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Pokemon Blinding White 2 gets release trailer after eight months of development

After eight months of development, Pokemon White 2 ROM hack Blinding White 2 has been released. Going beyond what we usually see from fifth generation hacks, Blinding White 2 revamps the game with modern Pokemon, new item systems, a number of new rival fights, and a whole heap of quality of life updates. Trainers around the region will now sport much more varied teams to keep you on your toes, with a Hardcore mode available for people who really want to challenge themselves.

Though there are still more updates to come in the form of OST changes and postgame rematches, the hack is currently complete in its main story content, making this as good a time as any to give it a go. If you do want to try it for yourself, you can patch your ROM directly using Hackdex, or do it yourself with the BPS file on Google Drive.



➡️Hackdex Page
➡️Google Drive Download
➡️ Discord Server
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New Ocarina of Time ROM hack brings Majora's Mask transformations back to Hyrule

The new year is upon us, and with it comes new ways to play an almost 30 year old game! Released just a few hours ago, Ocarina of Time has yet again been revamped, this time featuring the mask transformations from sequel Majora's Mask. Created by ROM hacker Aegiker, you can now reexperience one of Link's most iconic journies as a Deku Scrub, Goron, or Zora, with the powerful Fierce Deity transformation also included for good measure. All abilities and interactions are preserved from the original Majora's Mask implementation, with a few niceties thrown in there for good measure, like the Goron transformation's punches acting as the Megaton Hammer.

If you want to give this a go for yourself, you can find the patch linked below.

Source
BPS Patch Download
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Tombola Mini-Game Guide (Dragon Quest II)

In this remake, the Tombola (Lottery) is far more generous than in the NES original, and there are now multiple locations to play, each with slightly different prize pools for the mid-tier rewards.
How to get Tickets:
Shops: You still get a free ticket roughly every ~500-1000 Gold spent at Item Shops.
Mersea (Post-Game): The most important addition. In the post-game, a merchant in the southeast corner of Mersea will simply sell you Tombola Tickets for roughly 600G each. This effectively lets you buy the top-tier prizes with enough cash.
Tombola Locations:
Leftwyne: The first one you find. Good for early herbs and antidotes.
Moonahan: The "classic" spot.
Tip: After you defeat Hargon, the owner here gives you a free ticket every time you speak to him. It’s tedious, but infinite.
Rippleport: Located near the inn.
Burrowell: In the underground city.
Beran: The main hub for the late game.
Dirkandor: Located in the castle town.
Cloudsgate Citadel: Only accessible in the post-game after making a wish to Xenlon.
Key Prizes to Aim For:
Gold (3 Moons): Loyalty Card (Grants 20% off all shops). This is the "Grand Prize" in Rippleport and Moonahan. Get this ASAP to save money on expensive gear in Rondarxia.
Red (3 Suns): Golden Claws (Available in the Dirkandor Tombola). In the original, you had to find these in a pyramid basement while fighting enemies every step. Winning them here is much safer!
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Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Review

When Square Enix released the Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake last year, they set a high bar for modernizing classic JRPGs. It was vast, customizable, and breathtaking. Now, with the release of Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, the "Erdrick Trilogy" is finally complete.
While these two titles are simpler and undeniably older than DQIII, Team Asano has performed a minor miracle here. They haven’t just slapped a coat of paint on these 8-bit relics; they have fundamentally rebalanced them to be playable—and genuinely enjoyable—in 2025.

The HD-2D Treatment: Still the Gold Standard
By now, we know what to expect from the HD-2D engine, but it rarely fails to impress. The water effects, the tilt-shift lighting in dungeons, and the reimagined sprites are gorgeous. Hearing the Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra’s swelling renditions of the Alefgard overworld theme adds a gravity to the experience that the NES beeps and boops only hinted at.
The visual continuity between this and DQIII is the real treat. Seeing the world of Alefgard "age" between the timeline of III and I adds a narrative texture that wasn't there in the 8-bit originals.

Dragon Quest I: Short, Sweet, and Solitary
The first half of the package is the original 1986 classic. You are the descendant of Erdrick. There is a Dragonlord. Go get him.
The Good:
Respect for Time: The game remains a tight 8–10 hour adventure. Square Enix didn't bloat it with unnecessary fetch quests, though they did add new story cutscenes to flesh out the lore.
The "Lonely" Vibe: The HD-2D lighting emphasizes the isolation of a solo hero wandering dark caverns. It’s a unique mood that modern party-based RPGs rarely capture.
The Bad:
Simplicity: There is no getting around the fact that this is a game with one party member and limited commands (Attack, Spell, Item, Run). Even with the beautiful visuals, the combat loop can feel repetitive.
The "Ye Olde" Dialogue: The localization returns to the heavy "Thee/Thou" archaic English. While nostalgic for NES Dragon Warrior veterans, it can feel a bit stifling compared to the charming, pun-heavy scripts of modern entries like DQXI.

Dragon Quest II: The Crown Jewel
This is where the collection shines. Dragon Quest II was historically infamous for its brutal difficulty spikes and obscure progression. This remake fixes almost all of it.
The Improvements:
Princess of Cannock: Previously a minor character, she is now a fully fleshed-out party member with expanded dialogue and a stronger presence in the story. The banter between the three cousins (Midenhall, Cannock, and Moonbrooke) gives the journey a heart that was missing in 1987.
Rebalanced Combat: The "Prince of Cannock" is no longer a liability who dies if an enemy looks at him wrong. The team has smoothed out the difficulty curve, making the late-game snowy plateau (Rondarxia) challenging but fair, rather than broken.
Guidance: Subtle objective markers and the "Recall" feature (which memorizes NPC dialogue) eliminate the need to wander aimlessly wondering where the Silver Key is.

Quality of Life Updates
The best additions are the system-level changes shared across both titles:
Battle Speed: You can crank combat speed up to "Ultra-Fast," making grinding painless.
Auto-Battle: For trash mobs, setting the tactics to "Fight Wisely" lets you breeze through dungeons.
Quick Save: The ability to save anywhere (outside of battle) is a godsend for portable play on the Switch or Steam Deck.

DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake – Story Trailer
The Verdict
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake is a vital piece of gaming preservation. It doesn't try to hide the simplicity of its source material, but it polishes the friction points until they gleam.
If you played Dragon Quest III last year, this is the mandatory epilogue. Dragon Quest I is a charming, brief appetizer, but Dragon Quest II is a surprisingly robust adventure that finally gets the respect it deserves.
Score: 8/10
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Terminator 2D: No Fate – How to Unlock the Secret Cheat Menu

You don't need to enter a button combination on the title screen. Instead, you have to "hack" the options menu.
Go to the Options menu from the main title screen.
Select Accessibility.
Highlight the CRT Shader option (usually the top option).
Toggle it Left and Right repeatedly.
Do this quickly for about 5-10 seconds.
Keep going until you hear a voice say: "Access Granted."
Back out to the main Options menu. You will now see a new Cheats option at the bottom.
The Cheats Available
Once unlocked, you can toggle these on/off at will. Note that using these might disable Leaderboard submissions, but they usually don't block achievements/trophies depending on the platform patch.
Infinite Health: You take damage but never die.
Infinite Continues: Essential for brute-forcing your way through the final level.
Infinite Pipe Bombs: Grants unlimited heavy ammo (very fun for the Cyberdyne level).
Infinite Time: Removes the arcade timer (great for exploring for secrets).
Other Secrets & Easter Eggs
"Easy Money" Shorts: If you play on the easiest difficulty ("Easy Money"), the T-800 will spawn in the biker bar wearing colorful beach shorts instead of being fully nude/obscured.
Future John Connor: If you have unlocked the timeline where John survives into the future, look for the "Ain't Got Time to Bleed" achievement/trophy, which triggers during the bunker defense sequence.
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How to Beat the Final Boss (T-999999 / Skynet Core) in Terminator 2D: No Fate

The final boss is a multi-phase endurance test that takes place in the Future War timeline. It is famously difficult because it throws multiple boss types at you in a gauntlet before the actual core.
Phase 1: The Gauntlet Before you even hit the core, you have to fight back-to-back HK-Aerials and HK-Tanks.
Ammo Conservation: Do not waste your heavy weapon ammo (Plasma Rifles/Rocket Launchers) on the HK-Tanks if you can avoid it. Use your standard rapid-fire pulse weapon and focus on dodging. You need the heavy DPS for the final phase.
Positioning: Stay mobile. The HK-Tanks track your position on the ground. Jump and slide constantly to force them to miss.
Phase 2: The Skynet Core (T-999999) This is a massive stationary boss with multiple turrets and homing attacks.
The Homing Projectiles: This is where most players die. The core launches orbs that track you. You can shoot these down. Do not try to dodge them all; you will get cornered. Dedicate short bursts of fire to clearing the orbs before returning fire to the boss.
The "Safe" Spots: The boss has a pattern of sweeping lasers. Watch the floor! The panels usually light up or flash before a laser strikes. There is almost always a "safe zone" in the far corners of the screen during the central laser sweep.
Target Priority: Focus fire on the turrets first. Destroying them reduces the amount of chaos on screen. Once the turrets are down, unload everything you have into the central "eye."
3 Essential Survival Tips
Use "Easy Money" Mode to Practice: The game features an "Easy Money" mode (often unlocked or available in options) which gives you unlimited continues. Use this to learn the boss patterns without the pressure of restarting the whole game.
Break the Walls: Like Castlevania, many walls in the Cyberdyne and Future levels are breakable. They often hide Health Refills or Extra Lives that are critical for the final slog.
Master the Slide: Your slide gives you a tiny window of lower hitbox profile. Use it to go under the HK-Aerial bullets rather than trying to jump over them.
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How to Unlock All 3 Endings in Terminator 2D: No Fate

To see every ending, you must replay the campaign (or specific levels if the game allows chapter select after beating it once) and make different choices at two pivotal moments:
The Gas Station (End of Level 8): Decide whether to Reset the T-800’s CPU or Leave it alone.
Dyson’s Home: Decide whether to Kill Miles Dyson or Spare him.

Ending Name
Condition / Choices Required
Description
The "Canon" Ending
(Best Ending)
1. Reset the Chip
2. Reconsider (Spare Dyson)
This follows the movie timeline. Dyson helps destroy Cyberdyne, and humanity has a chance. The T-800 sacrifices himself at the steel mill.
Sarah Kills Dyson
(Bad Ending)
1. Reset the Chip
2. Pull the Trigger (Kill Dyson)
Sarah executes Dyson before John/T-800 intervene. This causes a permanent rift between John and Sarah. John runs away, and the future war remains bleak.
Terminator Kills Dyson
(Worst Ending)
1. Leave the Chip
(Locks out 2nd choice)
If you don't reset the chip, the T-800 enters "learning mode" failure. It kills Dyson immediately upon arrival. Sarah is arrested, and John eventually has to be rescued in a dark future timeline.

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Terminator 2D: No Fate Review

The Verdict at a Glance
Score: 7.5/10 Genre: 2D Run-and-Gun / Platformer Perfect for: Retro enthusiasts, Metal Slug/Contra fans, and Terminator 2 diehards who crave 16-bit nostalgia.
Overview: A Lost Relic from 1991
Terminator 2D: No Fate is a "lost tape" style game that commits fully to its premise: What if the perfect Terminator 2 tie-in game had actually been released on the Super Nintendo or Sega Genesis in the 90s?
Developed by Bitmap Bureau (known for Xeno Crisis), this is a side-scrolling run-and-gun shooter that ignores modern gaming conveniences in favor of an authentic, coin-op arcade experience. It is grueling, gorgeous, and incredibly faithful to the source material—sometimes to a fault.
The Good
Aesthetic Perfection: The pixel art is the standout feature. It uses a rich 16-bit color palette, chunky sprites, and smooth animations that look like the best of the SNES era, but with modern frame rates. The optional CRT filters are some of the best in the business, giving the image that warm, glowing fuzz of a 90s TV.
The Soundtrack: The music is a driving, synth-heavy tribute to Brad Fiedel’s iconic score. It pulses with industrial dread and high-octane energy. The inclusion of licensed tracks like "Bad to the Bone" during the biker bar beat-'em-up section is a delightful touch.
Faithful (mostly) Adaptation: You play through key beats of the film—the Pescadero Hospital escape, the Cyberdyne raid, and the steel mill showdown. However, the game also wisely expands the lore, letting you play as a future-war John Connor and a pre-incarceration Sarah Connor, adding context that the movie only hinted at.
Branching Paths: Unlike most linear shooters of the past, your choices (often regarding who lives or dies) can trigger different endings and levels, adding much-needed replay value to a short campaign.
The Bad
Punishing Difficulty: This is "Nintendo Hard." The game relies on limited continues and arcade-style difficulty spikes. The final level, in particular, is a massive hurdle that may frustrate players used to modern checkpoints.
Short Runtime: A successful run can take less than 90 minutes. While this is accurate to the arcade era it emulates, the $25-$30 price tag might feel steep for a game you can beat in an afternoon.
Not Enough Arnold: Due to what appears to be licensing costs, the T-800's facial likeness is a bit generic compared to Sarah or John. More importantly, you spend a significant chunk of the game playing as Sarah or John Connor. While they control well, many players will buy this game specifically to play as the Terminator, and might feel short-changed by how often they are stuck as the humans.
Gameplay Breakdown
The core loop is pure Contra or Metal Slug. You run left-to-right, locking your aim in 8 directions to mow down T-800 endoskeletons and SWAT teams.
Combat: Weapons feel punchy, but you can't carry an arsenal; you rely on temporary power-ups.
Variety: The game breaks up the shooting with vehicle chase levels (top-down driving) and a melee-focused bar fight. These are fun diversions, though the shooting mechanics are clearly the most polished part of the package.
Final Thoughts
Terminator 2D: No Fate is a labor of love that succeeds as a time capsule. It erases the memory of the terrible LJN Terminator games of the past and delivers the tie-in we deserved 30 years ago. If you can accept the short runtime and the bruising difficulty, it is a blast to play.
Recommendation: Wait for a slight sale if you are a casual fan, but grab it immediately if you have a soft spot for 16-bit action games.
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Christmas arrives early for Ninja Gaiden fans with "Ninja Gaiden Shadow DX" colorization hack by Marc Robledo

Romhacking veteran Marc Robledo and graphic artist NiO107 have given Ninja Gaiden fans quite a surprising and outstanding gift in preparation for the holidays, with their collaborative colorization project of the original Game Boy title, Ninja Gaiden Shadow.

Marc Robledo (also known as @marc_max), in collaboration with NiO107, who is currently working on an original homebrew Game Boy game titled Cosmo Knight ZiON, released today "Ninja Gaiden Shadow DX", a brand new colorization romhack for Ninja Gaiden that remasters the original Game Boy title into a fully colorized title, fully compatible with emulators and real Game Boy Color hardware.






Marc's polish and quality from his previous romhacks can be expected in full with this new release, with outstanding visuals and coding prowess that is sure to impress with the quality of the colorization in a Game Boy Color title.

Those interested in trying out this romhack can download the patch, or even patch their own provided ROM right from the hack's page, directly from Marc Robledo's website. As it's the case with any other romhack, the user must provide their own ROM of the game in order to patch it accordingly.

Ninja Gaiden Shadow DX hack page on Marc Robledo's website
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"Grand Theft Auto: Vice City" is now playable via internet browser

Decompilations have opened up all kinds of possibilities and technical wonders when it comes to porting games to other devices that they weren't officially designed for, and one of the most impressive and notorious examples of this are the ports to the SEGA Dreamcast of both Grand Theft Auto III and Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, which took some major reworks and technical prowess to achieve them, and much more so to get them running at playable framerates.

But there are times when porting a game goes beyond video game consoles, and sometimes it gets ported to the most interesting of places, with the latest being browser port of Vice City, meaning the game runs entirely through the internet browser, all thanks to the reVC decompilation.

Gaming website DOS Zone has achieved such an endeavour, with their efforts being worked on making the entirety of Vice City playable through an internet browser. DOS Zone is a website ran by gaming enthusiasts in which they "adapt historical gaming heritage" by porting titles to browser and making them accessible to everyone.

While the guys over at DOS Zone have indeed ported over the entirety of Vice City, playing the game through the browser does come with some caveats, as DOS Zone does try to work alongside copyright law:



As mentioned above, players can play a demo of the game running through the browser, and those that do wish to continue playing through DOS Zone the full game, can do so by providing the original files for Vice City, in this case, "gtavc.exe", and the website will perform a checksum run-through to verify that the provided file is correct, and then let the player continue playing with the full game unlocked.

DOS Zone also provides multiple videogames aside from Vice City, so for those interested in checking out what other videogames are there to play through, be sure to visit DOS Zone's website.

"Grand Theft Auto: Vice City" on DOS Zone
DOS Zone Website
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A near-complete new dump for the Resident Evil beta demo for the Game Boy Color has been found

The original Resident Evil game from 1996 caused quite the stir in the gaming sphere, with the term "Survival Horror" being cemented when it dropped for the original PlayStation, with other titles like Silent Hill really delving into other aspects of what horror games could be.

Since then, the game got plenty of ports to other consoles, not as many as Resident Evil 2, and much less than the original Resident Evil 4 of course, but it still got plenty, like a port to the Sega Saturn and one by SourceNext for the PC, as well as having 3 different versions in the original PlayStation, the original 1996 release, followed by the Director's Cut in 1997 and then the infamous Director's Cut Dual Shock version in 1998, which used a completely different soundtrack, and the last official port of the game came in the form of Resident Evil Deadly Silence for the Nintendo DS, which added a lot of new features while still retaining the look and gameplay from the original game.

But there was yet another port that never saw the light of day, and one such port was one planned for the Game Boy Color by Software House HotGen back in 1999, but due to the limitations of the hardware, Capcom cancelled the project, but it didn't remain in the shadows, as back in 2012 a beta build of said project came to light, although with a lot of its content still missing, like missing intro titles for the publishers, a debug menu being available, and the game could not be finished with any of the two characters (Chris or Jill).

However, another build has recently been found by Games That Weren't, with them claiming that the shared build that was found is one near the moment of cancellation, with a lot of previously unseen footage and information being available in this new build. Interestingly, this new build seems to have the debug menu removed, this being a hint that it was probably in a close-to-finished state, the Tyrant can now be found in this build, as well as some of the game's ending sequences. There's still some slight missing data, like:

Zombies not having a proper death animation
Hunter sprite data is there but there's no Hunter enemies present
Wesker and Barry sharing sprites
Some sprites have wrong colouring
Some cutscenes are unfinished
Additionally, according to several players online, Jill's campaign can be finished from start to end, albeit with some bugs here and there, while Chris' campaign seems to be stuck at the section of the game where a Flamethrower needs to be placed to open a door.

Those interested can visit Games That Weren't website and the article they posted regarding the new Resident Evil GBC dump, as well as trying out the new beta as well.

Source
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'Dune: Awakening' free Chapter 3 update and new DLC announced

Dune: Awakening, Funcom's survival MMO inspired by Frank Herbert’s Dune, is set to receive its biggest free update to date: Chapter 3. It brings a suite of improvements and additions based on player requests and feedback. This includes one of the most popular requests: providing additional progression pathways once players reach tier 6. Chapter 3 also brings combat improvements and continues where the main story left off in Chapter 2. A trailer was aired that summarizes the new additions in the free update:
Funcom is also releasing the Raiders of the Broken Lands DLC at the same time as Chapter 3. It is included at no extra cost in the Season Pass and lets players have access to more stuff to build with. More specifically, it includes 73 building pieces and 17 decorations inspired by the Imperium’s Smugglers, as well as a dedicated stillsuit set, a light and heavy armor set, weapon variants, swatches, and emotes.

The infographic below summarizes the new contents in Chapter 3 and the upcoming DLC.

Dune: Awakening Chapter 3 will be available for free in Early 2026, and the Raiders of the Boken Lands DLC can be purchased for $9.99 or as part of the Season Pass ($24.99/€24.99).
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Capcom is hosting a contest for fans to design a Robot Master for the upcoming "Mega Man: Dual Override" videogame

During the Game Awards, Capcom announced the long-awaited return of the Blue Bomber to the gaming scene in the form of a brand new game, titled "Mega Man: Dual Override". After the initial game reveal, the official Mega Man account on YouTube released a video where they announced a Robot Master Design Contest.


The contest specifies that people interested in submitting their design should focus on a design for a Robot Master that specifically has a "right arm with immense suction powers", and Capcom provides a design model from which to use as a base for the design submission of the Robot Master:

People interested in submitting their design should do so on X (formerly Twitter), and they should follow the official Mega Man account on X.
Additionally, in order to be eligible for the contest, the user must:

Be at least 13 years old or above that age.
Submit their design with a post on X that includes the following, all within the same post:
The phrase "Robot Master Design"
#MegaManDO and #DesignARobotMaster hashtags
Some information about their design
Those 3 specific points should all be included within the same post. It should include the "Robot Master Design" phrase, the two hashtags and the design information within the same post in order for it to be considered for the contest. Failing to do so will make the design ineligible for entry.

The contest officially begun on December 11th, and will continue all the way up until the new year arrives, closing on January 1st, 2026 at 11:59 pm PST.

Official "Mega Man: Dual Override" Robot Master Design Contest Website
Mega Man: Dual Override Official Website
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"Resurrection: A Biohazard Story" fanfilm gets its first official trailer with the original RE1 cast

Following on the footsteps for their most recent short film "The Keeper's Diary" based on the original file from RE1, which featured Charlie Kraslavsky, who originally played Chris Redfield in the original RE1 cutscenes, as the Keeper in the film, the people behind the "Residence of Evil" have been hard at work on their upcoming short film, which will feature the original cast from RE1 in live action, with each actor reprising their roles from 30 years ago.

The plot for "Resurrection: A Biohazard Story" takes place in 2021 in a town called Rosa Enferma located in Mexico that has been the victim of a recent outbreak. The film sees all the survivors from the Spencer Mansion incident in 1998 being brought back into action to fight back an old nemesis, one previously thought to be dead... twice.


Unfortunately, the original actress for Jill, the elusive "Inezh", is not returning to reprise her role and will instead be recast, and while she has indeed been found (and she apparently even worked on a role for 007: Agent Under Fire), most likely she's not interested in being involved with this, but as for the rest of the cast, all of them will be reprising the role as follows:

Charlie Kraslavsky as Chris Redfield
Greg Smith as Barry Burton
Eric Pirius as Albert Wesker
Linda as Rebecca Chambers
Even voice actors that previously worked on Resident Evil will also be making a return for this fanfilm:

Pablo Kuntz (original Wesker)
Joe Whyte (2002 Chris Redfield)
Ward Sexton (the voice of “Resident Evil”)
The film is currently undergoing post-production, and is set to release on the Residence of Evil YouTube channel on March 22nd, 2026.
Those interested in continuing to crowdfund the project can do so by visiting this link.

Residence of Evil YouTube Channel
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New Street Fighter movie gets debut trailer and cast reveal

Shown at The Game Awards was the first look at the upcoming Street Fighter film. Though it's less than a minute long, it shows a lot, both of the tone of the movie, and its cast. Referred to as just "Street Fighter Movie", it'll be in theaters next year on October 16, 2026.


Noah Centineo as “Ken Masters”
Andrew Koji as “Ryu”
Callina Liang as “Chun-Li”
Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i as “Akuma”
David Dastmalchian as “M. Bison”
Cody Rhodes as “Guile”
Andrew Schulz as “Dan Hibiki”
Eric André as “Don Sauvage”
Vidyut Jammwal as “Dhalsim”
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson as “Balrog”
Jason Momoa as “Blanka”
Orville Peck as “Vega”
Olivier Richters as “Zangief”
Hirooki Goto as “E. Honda”
Rayna Vallandingham as “Juli”
Alexander Volkanovski as “Joe”
Kyle Mooney as “Marvin”
Mel Jarnson as “Cammy”
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The Unnamed Face of Vice City: GTA 6’s "Mystery Character" Sparks Fan Theories

As the anticipation for Grand Theft Auto 6 continues to build, the gaming community has turned its collective attention to dissecting every frame of Rockstar Games' promotional footage. While the protagonists, Lucia and Jason, have been the center of attention, a new figure has emerged from the background to capture the curiosity of fans—an unnamed "mystery character" whose recurring presence suggests a significant role in the upcoming blockbuster.
The Sightings
According to a recent report by Screen Rant, eagle-eyed fans have spotted this character in two distinct and seemingly important scenes within the available trailer footage.
The first sighting places the character directly alongside the game's dual protagonists, Lucia and Jason, in what appears to be a bar setting. This proximity to the main cast immediately signaled to fans that this was likely more than a standard NPC (Non-Playable Character).
The second sighting reinforces this theory. The character appears in a "selfie video" clip, delivering a line of dialogue with a distinct Latino accent: "Say Vice City, baby!" This speaking role—a rarity for background assets in trailers—has convinced many that he is integral to the narrative.
The Theories: Brother, Friend, or Foe?
The primary source of confusion—and excitement—is the character's absence from official channels. Screen Rant notes that while Rockstar has provided background descriptions for main characters on the official GTA 6 website, this specific individual is nowhere to be found.
This omission has led to rampant speculation on platforms like Reddit. The leading theory, highlighted by the report, is that the character may be a close relative of Lucia, possibly her brother. His comfortable demeanor with the protagonists and his enthusiastic embrace of the Vice City lifestyle suggest an intimate connection to the storyline, potentially serving as a comedic relief or a pivotal family member who draws the pair deeper into the criminal underworld.
Looking Ahead
The mystery highlights a classic Rockstar marketing tactic: hiding key narrative elements in plain sight. With the game's release currently slated for late 2026, fans are left to scour existing footage for "crumbs" of information.
As Screen Rant points out, it is highly probable that future trailers will shed light on this character's identity. Until then, he remains a symbol of how much we still don’t know about the next chapter of the Grand Theft Auto saga.
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Rockstar’s Deafening Silence: Is GTA 6 Being Protected or Manipulated?

As 2025 draws to a close, the gaming industry is listening to a familiar sound: the deafening silence of Rockstar Games. With the release of Grand Theft Auto VI officially slated for November 19, 2026, the studio’s lack of communication has transformed every forum thread and group chat into a hotbed of speculation. This strategy raises a critical question: Is Rockstar withholding information to protect the integrity of their art, or are they carefully manipulating the industry's patience to maximize hype?
The Roadmap So Far
The tone for the game has already been set by two major trailers. Trailer 1 introduced the world to Leonida and Vice City, showcasing a vibrant, satirical culture dominated by social media. Trailer 2 shifted the mood, offering a clearer, more serious look at the characters and the narrative stakes.
Now, the community is waiting for the third beat—a drop that likely won’t be labeled "Part 3." Instead, fans are anticipating the arrival of raw gameplay, pre-order announcements, or a "Wishlist Now" campaign. This next step is expected to move beyond "vibes" and offer concrete proof of the game's systems.
What Fans Are Expecting
The silence has left room for intense fan theories, particularly regarding what a gameplay reveal might entail. The expectation is that the next update will focus on the simulation itself rather than just cinematic flair:
Interiors & Density: Players are hoping for functional interiors—bars, shopping centers, and safehouses—that offer strategic depth rather than serving as mere backdrops.
Next-Gen NPC Behavior: The "holy grail" for many is a world that reacts credibly to the player. This means NPCs that recognize patterns, respond to reputation, and react realistically to weather and chaos.
Driving Physics: With cars being the franchise's primary interface, rumors suggest a focus on expressive damage and weightier, more accurate handling.
The Business of Silence
While the community constructs its own narratives—debating fuel systems, realistic damage, and inventory limits—Rockstar’s silence serves a business function. By withholding the "ask," Rockstar ensures that when pre-orders finally open, the hesitation will instantly turn into conversion.
The pricing remains another point of contention. The industry is watching closely, knowing that Rockstar has the unique power to set a new price standard that the rest of the market will attempt to follow.
Conclusion
Rockstar's strategy relies on the speed at which information economies build up in a void. By staying quiet, they allow the community to build a mythos around the game that no marketing budget could buy. However, this comes with risks; if the official product doesn't match the community's runaway imagination, the backlash could be severe. For now, the only fact that matters is the date on the calendar: November 19, 2026. Until Rockstar speaks again, everything else is just noise.
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Former Call of Duty Executive Warns: GTA 6 Could Be an "Apocalypse" for Free-to-Play Shooters

As the gaming industry braces for the colossus that is Grand Theft Auto VI, a former Call of Duty executive has issued a stark warning: the upcoming title may not just dominate the charts—it could completely drain the life out of current free-to-play giants.
Greg Reisdorf, the former Creative Director at Sledgehammer Games who led development on Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare’s multiplayer, believes the launch of GTA 6 represents an existential threat to mature-themed live-service games. Speaking to Esportsbets, Reisdorf painted a grim picture for titles like Call of Duty: Warzone, predicting that Rockstar’s latest entry could turn rival lobbies into "ghost towns" overnight.
The "AAAAA" Threat
The industry is no stranger to hype, but GTA 6 is a different beast entirely. With projections estimating $7.6 billion in revenue within the first 60 days and sales potentially doubling those of its predecessor, the game is poised to suck the oxygen out of the room. Reisdorf notes that when a title of this magnitude launches—one that has been described as the industry's first "AAAAA" game—it demands a level of player attention that leaves little room for competitors.
Reisdorf’s primary concern lies with player retention. Live-service games survive on momentum and daily active users. If millions of players migrate to Vice City to explore the new Leonida setting and its rumored MMO-like online features, games that rely on the same mature demographic may struggle to fill matches.
Who is Safe?
Interestingly, Reisdorf makes a crucial distinction regarding who is in the blast radius. He suggests that while mature shooters are in direct danger, titles targeting younger audiences, such as Fortnite and Roblox, might weather the storm. The crossover between the Grand Theft Auto demographic and the Call of Duty player base is significant; both franchises cater to adults seeking high-fidelity, competitive, and gritty experiences.
The Industry Scramble
The warning comes amidst a wider industry retreat. Major publishers have already begun strategic maneuvers to avoid the GTA 6 launch window, currently expected around November 19, 2026. High-profile titles like Death Stranding 2 and The Outer Worlds 2 are reportedly benefitting from release dates that steer clear of Rockstar’s juggernaut.
Reisdorf points out that this defensive positioning is rare. It highlights a collective recognition that GTA 6 is not just a game release, but a cultural event that could monopolize gaming conversations for months, if not years.
A Live-Service "Existential Crisis"
The long-term worry for executives is the staying power of GTA Online. If the new iteration replicates the decade-long success of its predecessor, it could permanently shift where "whales" and casual players alike spend their time and money. Reisdorf praised Rockstar's history of community-focused content, noting that a successful transition to the new online era could seal the fate of struggling live-service competitors.
As 2026 approaches, the question remains: Can the market support multiple titans, or will GTA 6 prove to be the "meteor" that forces a mass extinction event for current favorites? For now, developers of mature free-to-play shooters are likely double-checking their contingency plans.
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GTA 6 Online: Release Date Delays and New MMORPG Rumors

The wait for the most anticipated video game of all time just got a little longer. While fans have been scouring the internet for every scrap of information regarding Grand Theft Auto 6, recent reports indicate a significant shift in the release timeline, along with intriguing new details about what the next generation of GTA Online might look like.
Release Date Pushback to late 2026
According to recent updates, Rockstar Games has delayed the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 to November 19, 2026. The studio cited the need for extra months to ensure the game reaches the "level of polish" fans expect.
For players eagerly awaiting the new Online mode, this delay inevitably pushes back the timeline for multiplayer chaos as well. Historically, Rockstar has launched its Online modes either simultaneously with the base game or shortly after the single-player campaign release (as seen with GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2). While an official "Online" release date has not been confirmed separately, it is safe to assume it will arrive on or shortly after that November 2026 window.
Industry Veteran Teases MMORPG Elements
While the wait continues, speculation about the gameplay itself is heating up. Rich Vogel, a gaming industry veteran known for his work on Ultima Online, Star Wars Galaxies, and DOOM, recently shared rumors he has heard regarding the new Online mode.
Speaking to Wccftech, Vogel suggested that GTA 6 Online might evolve into something resembling a Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG).
"If what I have been hearing about GTA 6’s features and gameplay is true, it could evolve into an MMORPG, as many of its planned features are typically found in MMORPGs," Vogel stated.
While Vogel clarified that he has not worked on the game himself and is sharing second-hand information, the move would make sense for Rockstar. The current iteration of GTA Online has already adopted many RPG-lite elements over its decade-long lifespan, and a full embrace of MMO mechanics could support the game's longevity for years to come.
Musician Cameos and Fan Theories
Beyond mechanics and dates, the rumor mill is churning regarding the game's soundtrack and culture. Electronic musician Anyma sparked speculation recently by posting a photo on Instagram with Sam Houser, the president and co-founder of Rockstar Games.
Fans on Reddit were quick to dissect the interaction. Some believe this confirms Anyma’s music will be featured on the game's radio stations, while others remain skeptical, noting that Houser is notoriously private and the meeting could be casual. As one Reddit user noted, "As long as Rockstar keeps sharing content about GTA Online, it's normal to come across meaningless posts like this."
The Long Road Ahead
Rockstar Games has yet to officially confirm the existence of a specific "GTA 6 Online" mode, though its inclusion is considered a certainty given the massive financial success of its predecessor. For now, fans will have to exercise patience. With a new target date of late 2026, the road to Vice City—and the online world built around it—is still under construction.
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Industry Veteran Suggests GTA 6 Online Could Evolve into a Full-Fledged MMORPG

As the gaming world waits with bated breath for Grand Theft Auto VI, developers and publishers are scrambling to clear their release schedules to avoid its shadow. But amidst the usual hype about graphics and map size, a new and intriguing rumor has emerged from an industry heavyweight: GTA 6 might be steering the franchise into the territory of Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games (MMORPGs).
The Source: A Titan of the MMO Genre
The insight comes from Rich Vogel, a seasoned veteran whose resume reads like a history book of the MMO genre. Vogel has worked on seminal titles such as Ultima Online, Star Wars Galaxies, and The Old Republic.
In a recent interview with Wccftech regarding the state of Western MMOs, Vogel dropped a significant nugget of information. While discussing the lack of high-budget Western MMOs currently in development, he noted that the next major evolution in the genre might not come from a traditional fantasy RPG, but from Rockstar Games.
"If what I have been hearing about GTA 6's features and gameplay is true," Vogel stated, "it could evolve into an MMORPG, as many of its planned features are typically found in MMORPGs."
Blurring the Lines Between Action and RPG
Vogel’s comments highlight a shift that many players have already begun to feel in the current iteration of GTA Online. While he clarified that his information is second-hand—he is not working on the project himself—the trajectory of the franchise supports his theory.
It is universally expected that GTA 6 will launch with a traditional, narrative-driven single-player campaign. However, the online component appears poised to deepen the "persistent world" mechanics that made its predecessor a financial juggernaut.
The "FiveM" Factor
The strongest evidence supporting an MMORPG shift is Rockstar’s acquisition of Cfx.re in August 2023. Cfx.re is the team behind FiveM, a popular modification framework for GTA V that allows players to join dedicated roleplay servers.
On these servers, players don't just shoot and drive; they assume specific roles—police officers, paramedics, business owners, and criminals—adhering to strict rules of engagement and character persistence. This style of gameplay is the very definition of an MMORPG. FiveM became so popular that it frequently boasted higher concurrent player counts than the base game on Steam.
By officially bringing the FiveM team into the fold, Rockstar signaled a massive interest in officializing this style of play. If GTA 6 integrates these roleplaying systems, dedicated servers, and persistent character progression natively, it would effectively become the most expensive and high-fidelity MMORPG ever made.
What This Means for Players
If these rumors hold true, the "Online" portion of GTA 6 could offer a far more immersive living world than previous entries. Instead of simple lobby-based deathmatches or races, players might find themselves in a seamless economy where their chosen "job" or role impacts the wider server.
While Rockstar has yet to confirm specific details about the online modes, the combination of Rich Vogel’s industry hearsay and the studio's recent business moves suggests that Grand Theft Auto is ready to transcend its action-adventure roots and dominate the MMO space as well.
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New GTA Online Event Week: Christmas Special (Dec 18 – Jan 7)

Rockstar Games has kicked off the holiday season in Los Santos with a massive multi-week event. Running from December 18th through January 7th, this "Christmas Special" update brings snow, new vehicles, rare collectibles, and a sack full of gifts for players.
Here is the full rundown of everything arriving in GTA Online for the holidays.
New Vehicles
Two high-end vehicles have hit the streets of Los Santos this week:
Vapid FMJ MK V: Available at Legendary Motorsport for $3,074,500. (Free for GTA+ subscribers until early January).
Progen Luiva: Available at Legendary Motorsport for $2,697,500.
Both cars are also currently on display at the Luxury Autos Showroom in Rockford Hills.


Holiday Content & Gifts
Los Santos is getting a wintry makeover. Snow is scheduled to blanket the map starting December 23rd through December 29th.
Players who log in during the event window will receive a host of festive gifts, including:
Season's Greetings Sweater
New Year Fireworks Bodysuit
Snowball Launcher & Candy Cane
Firework Launcher (with 20 rockets)
Full refills on Snacks, Armor, and Ammo
Returning Holiday Events:
The Yeti Hunt and The Gooch random events return.
Weazel Plaza Shootout event.
eCola Happy Holidays Hauler truck.
Snowball Fights and other festive modes.
Additionally, subscribers to the Rockstar mailing list (by Dec 31st) will receive the Red Festive Tree Hat.




Bonuses and Rewards
Cluckin' Bell Farm Raid: Completing the finale as a Leader awards a GTA$500,000 bonus. Associates and Bodyguards also receive a GTA$500,000 bonus for helping. (Available through Jan 7).
Weed Farm Sell Missions: 2x GTA$ and RP.
Community Series: 2x GTA$ and RP (4x for GTA+ Members).
Overtime Rumble: 2x GTA$ and RP.
FIB Priority File: The "Brute Force File" is paying out double rewards.

Salvage Yard Robberies
The Salvage Yard has a particularly lucrative rotation this week, featuring a rare vanity plate:
The Gangbanger Robbery: Vapid Clique (Features Merry Cliquemas livery & Liberty City License Plate). Note: This vehicle is claimable.
The Podium Robbery: Ocelot Virtue.
The Cargo Ship Robbery: Bravado Buffalo STX.

Weekly Challenges
Rockstar has introduced a 3-part weekly challenge structure. Completing all three stages over the next few weeks will unlock a GTA$300,000 bonus and the Krampus Sweater.
Dec 18–22: Sell GTA$100,000 with businesses.
Dec 23–29: Win 4 Adversary Modes.
Dec 30–Jan 7: Complete The Cluckin' Bell Farm Raid Finale as Leader.

Discounts
40% Off:
Weed Farm Properties (plus upgrades/mods)
Service Carbine
30% Off:
Albany Brigham
Annis Remus
Declasse Walton L35
Dinka RT3000
Enus Deity
HVY Insurgent
Karin S95
Pegassi Reaper
Progen Itali GTB
Sea Sparrow

Vehicle Rotations
Lucky Wheel Podium: Bollokan Envisage.
LS Car Meet Prize Ride: Pfister Comet Safari (Trees Camo Livery) – Win 1 race in the LS Car Meet Series.
Premium Deluxe Motorsport: Features the BF Dune FAV, HVY Nightshark, Ocelot Ardent, and Pfister Comet S2 Cabrio in limited-time holiday liveries.
Premium Test Ride (PS5/Xbox Series): Übermacht Sentinel XS.
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Unlock a Piece of GTA History: How to Get the Rare Liberty City Plate in GTA Online This December

As the snow begins to fall and the holiday festivities kick off in Los Santos, Rockstar Games has dropped a nostalgic treat for veteran players and collectors alike. For a limited time during the Holiday Event (December 18, 2025 – January 7, 2026), GTA Online players can secure one of the rarest vanity items in the game: the iconic Liberty City License Plate.
Here is everything you need to know about this exclusive drop and how to claim it for your collection.
A Nod to the Classics
The Liberty City plate is a coveted cosmetic item featuring the "State of Liberty" text and the famous skyline of the metropolis that defined Grand Theft Auto III and GTA IV. Unlike standard custom plates that can be crafted via the License Plate Creator, this vanity item is "locked" to specific vehicles and only appears during special Salvage Yard rotations, making it a true status symbol for car enthusiasts.
How to Get the Liberty City Plate

To get your hands on this rare plate, you need to engage with the Salvage Yard Robberies for the current event week. The plate is exclusively attached to the robbery target vehicle, which you must steal and then claim as your own.
Step-by-Step Guide:
Visit Your Salvage Yard: Log in to GTA Online and head to your Salvage Yard business.
Select "The Gangbanger Robbery": Check the planning computer. You are looking for The Gangbanger Robbery mission.
Target Vehicle: The target for this robbery is the Vapid Clique.
Complete the Heist: Finish the robbery setup and finale.
Claim the Vehicle: Once the job is done, do not sell the car or salvage it for parts. Instead, choose the option to Claim the Vehicle.
By claiming the car, you add the Vapid Clique to your personal garage, keeping the exclusive Liberty City license plate intact. As a bonus, this week's Vapid Clique also comes wrapped in the limited-time "Merry Cliquemas" livery.
The "Document Forgery" Discount Trick
claiming a Salvage Yard vehicle usually comes with a fee, but savvy business owners can slash this price significantly.
Standard Claim Price: $20,000
Discounted Price: $10,000
To unlock the 50% discount, you simply need to own a Document Forgery Office. The business does not need to be active or upgraded; mere ownership is enough to drop the claim fee to a measly $10,000—a steal for a removed vehicle that previously cost over $900,000.
Limited Availability
This opportunity is part of the GTA Online Christmas Special and is expected to end when the event week concludes on January 7, 2026. With Rockstar rotating these rare plates infrequently, collectors are advised to act fast before the Liberty City plate disappears back into the vault.
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Tekken Mega Music Mix Dropped by Series Boss Harada, and It's 30 Years of Pure Nostalgia

Alongside the announcement that he's leaving Bandai Namco, legendary Tekken director Katsuhiro Harada has dropped a treat for fans in the form of a 60-minute music mix.
The track, which at the time of writing is only available on SoundCloud, basically covers 30 years of Tekken history, mashing countless pieces of music together from across the series.
If you've been playing Tekken since the beginning, then this truly will feel like an exercise in pure nostalgia. Harada says he edited the track himself; it even incorporates iconic sound effects and voice samples.
"For 30 years I kept saying, 'I’ll do it someday,' and never once performed as a DJ at a tournament event," Harada writes on social media.
"So instead, I will be releasing — for the first and last time — a 60-minute TEKKEN DJ-style nonstop mix (DJ mix), personally edited by myself. Listening to it brings back many memories," he concludes.
We think it's a great little gift, and again, it'll hit longtime Tekken fans in a similar way to what Harada's describing.
Do you have any favorite Tekken tracks? Will you be giving this mega mix a listen? Remember a time of much simpler combos in the comments section below.
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New Tomb Raider Reveal Confirmed for The Game Awards

The next Tomb Raider game will be officially unveiled at The Game Awards later this week, Geoff Keighley has revealed.
In a tweet ahead of the show, Keighley said on social media we'll get "a look at the future of one of gaming's most iconic franchises" this Thursday. "This is one you won't want to miss."
For information on when you can tune in for the breaking news, refer to our When Is The Game Awards 2025 page. Across the show, there'll also be updates and trailers from Resident Evil Requiem, Exodus, that strange statue, and more.
This next Tomb Raider game is expected to be a completely original entry that's its own standalone thing, and isn't tied to any of the previous storylines. Crystal Dynamics, the developer making the game, has actually been hit by layoffs as of late, but in terms of the game at least, it appears the studio is ready to show what it's working on.
Are you looking forward to seeing the next Tomb Raider game? Let us know in the comments below.
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Metroid Prime 4 On Switch 1 Impresses Digital Foundry - "Nigh-Imperceptible Dips"

We already know that Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a technical showcase on Switch 2, and we're sure many of you have spent the weekend exploring Viewros on the new console over the weekend. But for those of you who are still clinging on to your Switch 1 and wondering whether Samus' brand new adventure holds up on the old system, fear not.
Digital Foundry has taken a look at the Switch 1 release of Metroid Prime 4 and is pretty much in agreement with us on the surprising quality of the release. You can read their impressions on their shiny new website, or listen to the trio talk about the game on this week's DF Direct Weekly (up top).
Leave it to Retro Studios, hey? The game has understandably taken a hit on Switch 1, as you'd expect, but Digital Foundry says "Our resolution and frame-rate analysis tools tell a positive story for one of Switch 1's prettiest games yet." That's high praise indeed, with much of the positivity from the team coming from just what the developers have managed to squeeze out of the old system.

Perhaps the most impressive aspect of Prime 4 on Switch 1 is the solid 60fps performance, which Digital Foundry feels confident enough to say"we classify this as a 'locked 60fps' game on all Switch consoles." The only drops the folks note are a handful in the open-world bike sections, and they're extremely few and far between.
Even though image quality takes a hit — pixel count is around "504p for geometry, 576p for Samus' visor", which is lower than 2023's Metroid Prime Remastered on Switch — there's a lot more going on here. While the pixels might be lower, the level-of-detail in the environment, shadows, and particular effects are "seemingly identical" to the Switch 2 version.
So that cut in pixel count and visual smoothness is to allow Retro to still give the full experience to players on the older consoles. You'll be missing some detail and smoothness, and you'll have to put up with worse texture filtering, an apparent lack of anti-aliasing, and fuzzy, jagged edges and textures in places. But it's an impressive experience on the Switch 1, all the same.

Images: Digital Foundry
Heck, we said so ourselves last week: "if you’re not looking to upgrade anytime soon and you’re keen to jump into Samus’ latest adventure, it's well worth picking up, as there's a fantastic game to be had."
Of course, the Switch 2 version is the version to get, and Digital Foundry were full of praise for that release. You're getting a good game regardless of where you're playing it, essentially.
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