Microsoft Might Have Paid Over Half a Million Dollars to Get Cooking Simulator on Xbox Game Pass

Cooking Simulator, developed and published byBig Cheese Studio, was first released in 2019 exclusively on PC. It was then released for Xbox and other platforms in August 2020. It has found moderate success since its launch but wasn’t a viral hit by any means. Nevertheless, this past week Xbox Game Pass announcedCooking Simulatorwould be joining the platform. It’s currently offered for PC, Cloud, and Xbox consoles. RELATED:Xbox Game Pass Confirms 6 New Games for August 2022 As part of its financial reporting in Poland, where Big Cheese Studio is based, theCooking Simulatordeveloper shared some financial information regarding its deal with Microsoft....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 311 words · Jeffrey Lopez

Monopoly GO Cupid's Cuties Rewards and Milestones

The two-day Retro Love event inMonopoly GOhas ended, so the developers have replaced it with the brand-new Cupid’s Cuties event. Beginning on Feb 9, it will be live for two days, so get ready for a 48-hour gaming extravaganza. It’s running alongside theValentines Partners event, so tycoons would want to grab as many heart tokens as possible. In addition, gamers have a chance to snag up to14,320 dice rollsby hitting all its milestones....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 271 words · Courtney Best

Need for Speed Unbound Takes a Shot at Fast and Furious' Dom

Need for Speed Unbound Spoilers Inbound!Chances are, if someone loves racing games, they’ll love real-life racing events and racing movies too.Need for SpeedandFast and Furiouscertainly share some fans, with many fans of the latter no doubt diving into the recent release ofNeed for Speed Unbound. One thing they may not be expecting is forNeed for Speedto call outFast and Furious,especially so potently. One thingNeed for Speed Unboundplayers will quickly realize is how meta-aware the game is, knowing full well it’s a game and having some fun with that....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 428 words · Christine Smith

Neverway: A Spooky Life Sim RPG Revealed at Nintendo Indie Direct

There were some incredible reveals during the Nintendo Indie Direct showcase today, but one announcement for a spooky life simulation game that’s available on multiple platforms should be at the top of your wishlist.Neverwaylooks like a spooky version ofStardew Valleymixed withUndertale,and it’s set to release sometime in 2026. Neverwayis a life sim game by developers at Coldblood Inc., and it was revealed at the Indie Direct showcase by Nintendo today (August 7)....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 424 words · Michael Mccoy

New Magic the Gathering Comics Are Coming in April

Magic the Gatheringwas first introduced back in 1993. The card collecting game has branched out in many forms and is still going strong nearly three decades later. The newest incarnation ofMagic the Gatheringappears to be arriving in the form of a comic book series. There isso much to know aboutMagic the Gatheringlore, making it a good fit for a comic book series. In fact, there have been comics under theMagic the Gatheringumbrella before, published by IDW back in 2012....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 280 words · Henry Weaver

Nintendo Switch Online Adds More Free NES and SNES Games for May 2020

Following the news thatPaper Mario: The Origami Kingwill be coming to the Switch this July, Nintendo has also revealed that four older titles will be added to Nintendo Switch Online on May 20. The addition ofRygarfor the NES andWild Guns,Panel de Pon, andOperation Logic Bombfor the SNES will bring the total number of games on the platform to 82 titles. This is the first update to Nintendo Switch Online since February....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 329 words · Joel Bennett

One Piece Season 3 Confirmed by Netflix

After years of anticipation, season 2 of Netflix’sOne Pieceis still a little way out. This is why it’s so surprising that, ahead of season 2’s 2026 premiere, Netflix has already confirmed the world-famous series is returning for a third season. At theOne PieceDay celebration in Tokyo, Netflix shared a teaser for season 2 alongside confirmation thatOne Piece’slive-action adaptation will return for a third season. Showrunner Joe Tracz is being joined by Ian Stokes to share showrunning duties, and production is expected to begin in Cape Town later in the year....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 475 words · Darlene Barton

Perfect For Stop Animation Fans & Coming Soon To Xbox Game Pass, Here's Why You Should Finally Play This Gaming Classic

Xbox Game Passwas already off to a great start this June by offering several incredibly exciting new releases withThe Alters,Space Marine Master Crafted Edition, andFBC Firebreak. Given how many massive titles Xbox manages to acquire month after month for Game Pass Owners, it’s far too easy for excellent games to fall through the cracks. As if these day one releases weren’t enough, the second wave of June’s Game Pass offerings brings with it one classic game you won’t want to miss on July 1....

July 18, 2025 · 4 min · 777 words · Lawrence Solomon

Pizza Hut’s New Anime Crossover Is So Wild, It Actually Works

In one of the most unexpected anime collaborations to date, Pizza Hut China has teamed up with the massively popular mobile gameFate/Grand Order, and the results are surprisingly creative. To celebrate the game’s ninth anniversary in China, Pizza Hut has rolled out themed décor, limited-edition merchandise, and an actual sword-shaped pizza. Yes, really. What might sound like an over-the-top marketing stunt is actually a smart cultural play.By tapping into the immense popularity ofFate/Grand Order, Pizza Hut is not just feeding hungry fans, it’s giving them a fully immersive otaku experience, according toEssential Japan....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 438 words · Cynthia Davis

PlayStation Network has gone down, warns Sony

If you’ve suddenly found yourself unable to log into your PlayStation account on PS4 or PS5, don’t worry, you’re not the only one. Sony has put out a notice warning people that the PlayStation Network is experiencing some issues, which are also affecting online games and the PlayStation Store. According toSony’s website, the issues began at around 7:46 a.m. PT / 10:46 a.m. ET / 3:46 p.m. BST. So, if you were planning on buying any digital games or enjoying some online multiplayer, you unfortunately have to forgo those plans until Sony’s fixed things....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 255 words · Michelle Haynes

Pokemon GO Update Adds Smack Down Sound Effect

The latestPokemon GOupdate, dubbed version number 0.105.1 on Android devices, didn’t add much to the game in terms of real changes, but it potentially confirmed a Chinese rumor for Larvitar’s upcomingJune Community Day.Beyond that, the update also reset the Buddy walking changes that occurred throughout Adventure week and reduced the game’s metadata from 1.46 MB to 1.39 MB. Of course, the latter mentioned aren’t really worth addressing, as it was either an expected reversion or an underwhelming code change....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 307 words · Jacqueline Leonard

Pokemon Sword and Shield Mystery Gift Codes That Are Active Right Now

Recently,Pokemon SwordandShieldrevealed its expansion pass which consists ofThe Isle of Armor and The Crown Tundra DLC. Each will bring forth a new chapter in the game, complete with new Pokemon, new stories, and more. Those excited for the DLC do have a wait, though, as the first one isn’t set to launch until June 2020, but that doesn’t mean players cannot treat themselves right now. Pokemon SwordandShieldhas had a steady stream of Mystery Gift Code available since launch....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 318 words · Kathryn Shaffer

Potential Season 3 Storyline For Netflix K-Drama Thriller Pitched By Stars Park Ji-hoon And Choi Min-yeong

Warning: SPOILERS lie ahead for Weak Hero Class 2!Weak HeroClass 2stars Park Ji-hoon and Choi Min-yeong discuss potential storylines for their characters in season 3. Premiered on April 25, season 2 follows Yeon Si-eun (Park) as he joins Eunjang High as a new student, having been expelled from his former school. However, violence continues to follow him in the new season, where he and his new classmates, Park Hu-min (Ryeo Un), Seo Jun-tae (Choi), and Go Hyun-tak (Lee Min-jae), face bullies at his new school....

July 18, 2025 · 4 min · 733 words · Daniel Stafford