EA and developer Full Circle have reportedly implemented microtransactions into the closed alpha for Skate. That means any purchases made will most likely be refunded back into the game's digital currency as progress will be reset before the early access launch.According to Insider Gaming, microtransactions became available with the latest update for Skate. They're called San Van Bucks and are utilized for cosmetic items in the sports game. EA and Full Circle are testing out the shop for Skate before it launches in early access this year. The following message apparently greets testers for Skate: "To ensure we achieve these goals at early access we have enabled the option to purchase and use virtual currency (San Van Bucks) in our ongoing closed alpha playtest. Your feedback will be greatly appreciated in providing a great experience at early access launch."Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Similar to the Pantheon in structure, but not in difficulty, the Destiny 2 Rushdown mode is brand new for Guardian Games 2025. Players take on five bosses, each one more difficult than the last. There is no downtime or rally flags between bosses, so having a strong but well-rounded loadout is essential. You'll want to ensure your fireteam has good synergy, as well as good communication. Your performance directly impacts your score, so the faster you get through each encounter, and the fewer deaths you have, the higher your score will be.Bosses are made up of encounters from campaigns, seasonal stories, and Exotic missions that can be tackled at Warm-Up, Standard, or Expert level. Standard and Expert level both feature modifiers that make each encounter more difficult, as well as revive tokens, so keep an eye on those to ensure you're not close to running out of them.Using the flag to transport to the next bossUsing fewer revive tokens also contributes towards a higher score. While we'd recommend running Rushdown with a fireteam of friends, it does feature class-based matchmaking if you can't manage to put a team together. There is a timer, but completing an encounter extends it, and it doesn't add too much pressure. We completed our first run of all five bosses in a little over nine minutes on Standard difficulty.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Ubisoft is "horribly mismanaged" and has failed to inform the public about supposed conversations with Microsoft and EA regarding possible acquisition deals. That's according to the Ubisoft minority shareholder AJ Investments, which said in a memo that it might organize a protest at Ubisoft's office in Paris to help elevate its concerns and get attention.AJ Investments CEO Juraj Krupa said in a statement seen by IGN that Ubisoft is "horribly mismanaged by current management." The investment group, which previously urged Ubisoft management to make drastic changes, said Ubisoft needs to disclose a "clear roadmap for recovery" amid "declining shareholder value, lackluster operational execution, and failure to adapt effectively to market trends."Krupa went on to say that the private financial market platform MergerMarket carried a story that claims Ubisoft was talking to Microsoft, EA, and other companies about potentially acquiring unspecified franchises from Ubisoft. Krupa said Ubisoft management failed to disclose these discussions publicly.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Palworld developer Pocketpair has announced that cross-play will be added to the game in late March, and that it'll be supported on PC via Steam, Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and Mac. Additionally, the upcoming update will also "implement multiplayer between different platforms" and the ability to move Pals between worlds, according to the developer notes on Steam. Cross-play has been one of the biggest player-requested features for the game since it first launched in early access, and back in January, Pocketpair confirmed that it would be arriving in 2025 alongside several other additions to the game. Improvements to world-object-placement and base Pals, new endgame content, and overall game optimization were also mentioned back then as part of several updates to Palworld ahead of its eventual full release.Pocketpair also recently revealed that Palworld had crossed a major player milestone, as the game has exceeded 32 million players across all platforms it's currently available on, including Xbox's Game Pass and Game Preview programs. At the same time, Pocketpair has been involved in a legal dispute with Nintendo and The Pokemon Company, with the two companies accusing it of infringing on several patents owned by them.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Movie theater-exclusive merchandise like popcorn buckets have been going strong for a few years now, with designs getting more and more outrageous with every new hot ticket release. A Minecraft Movie is no different, it turns out, as offerings like the TNT popcorn bucket and the Chicken Jockey popcorn bucket/drink-holder have been revealed.The TNT bucket will be a Cinemark exclusive, with regular buckets featuring movie graphics also available. The TNT looks just like the pixelated version of the in-game model. There will also be plushies, keychains, and themed blankets for sale. You can get the TNT bucket, filled with popcorn, for $25.A 👀 at our #MinecraftMovie merchNOW AVAILABLE in theatres! pic.twitter.com/ZL3sBEMf6l — Cinemark Theatres (@Cinemark) March 11, 2025 Regal theaters will also have featured items like the movie's redesigned sheep as a bucket, as well as themed cups. So if you happen to miss out on one chain's collectibles, there's plenty to go around.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

After launching the Radeon RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT GPUs last week, AMD has now officially launched the Ryzen 9 9950X3D and 9900X3D processors. Early reviews are praising the components as some of the most powerful CPUs on the market--so if you’re piecing together a premium gaming rig, they’re likely a good fit for your needs. However, they’re bound to be a hot commodity, so if you find one in stock, it’s a good idea to pick it up while you can. The 9950X3D costs $699, while the 9900X3D costs $599.AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D/9900X3D Restock Tracker Check stock at Amazon Check stock at Best Buy These two CPUs are the successors to the popular Ryzen 7 9800X3D, which launched last November and quickly became the must-have processor for gaming and high-end development applications. The 9950X3D and 9900X3D aim to offer an even more well-rounded experience. The 9800X3D has been hard to find in stock, but if you want to save some cash, you can get the current No. 1 best-selling CPU for $480 at Amazon.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Metroid Prime Remastered $30 (was $40) See at Walmart Metroid Prime Remastered is on sale for only $30 (was $40) at Walmart, but we wouldn't expect this offer to be available for long. The 25% discount matches the all-time best price for the superb enhanced version of the GameCube classic. Walmart offered this deal a couple weeks back and it disappeared quickly, but now you have another chance to snag this rare deal. Despite releasing over two years ago, Prime Remastered almost always sells for full price. With Metroid Prime 4: Beyond expected to release sometime this year, now's a great time to revisit or experience the Retro Studios series for the first time.Prime Remastered is currently sold out at Amazon and is priced at its normal $40 Best Buy and Target. We wouldn't expect this deal to be available for long, so grab a copy while you can. Metroid Prime Remastered $30 (was $40) Despite the name, Metroid Prime Remastered feels more like a remake--and a faithful one at that. The alien ruins and wilderness of Tallon IV have been rebuilt with gorgeous new models and high-resolution textures and not only match the original game's art direction, but enrich its atmosphere. The gameplay and level designs are identical to the original, barring a few welcome changes like new control options, including a modernized control schemes that mirrors the standardized first-person shooter layouts most players are familiar with--though the the original control scheme and gyro-based aiming are also available. See at Walmart While these changes make Metroid Prime Remastered the definitive way to play, and highlight how good the original core gameplay still is. As Steven Petite says in our Metroid Prime Remastered review, "It's an experience that has aged like fine wine, and is every bit as intoxicating now as it was 20 years ago."Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

It might look like Advance Wars. It might even play similarly to Advance Wars. But Warside is its own game, and it's coming out in roughly a month on PC: April 14. Meanwhile, a console release should be coming soon, too.Publisher First Break Labs revealed Warside's release date in a new trailer for the game--seen below. As you can see, the turn-based title resembles Advance Wars, featuring infantry, tanks, and airplanes that can be moved around a tile-based map. The pixel art even shares similarities with the long-running Nintendo franchise.Warside is touted as a "fast-paced, turn-based tactics game" and will offer a story campaign alongside multiplayer support. First Break Labs is also promising 14 playable commanders (possessing their own passive skills and powers), over 30 unit types, and a map editor.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Paradox Interactive has launched its Chapter 4 expansion pass for Crusader Kings 3 on PC, the core content being the new Genghis Khan-inspired Khans of the Steppe expansion. The pass also includes other expansions as well, such as Crowns of the World, Coronations, and All Under Heaven, and is currently being sold for $44.The Khans of the Steppe expansion is focused on Nomadic life and the rise of the Great Khan. In it, players will be able to manage their herds, migrate across regions, and establish dominance in the Great Steppe. The expansion will also let players learn more about Mongolian history, cultural events, and traditions. Khans of the Steppe is scheduled to release on April 28 and will cost $20 if purchased separately.While Khans of the Steppe isn't available until next month, those who purchase the expansion pass can receive the Crowns of the World update immediately. It's a cosmetic-based update that gives players six crowns, four hairstyles, and two beards to customize their rulers further.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Last July, SAG-AFTRA declared a strike against video game publishers over several issues, including pay and the lack of AI protections. That strike is now in its eighth month with no resolution in sight. According to the actors' union, the game publishers' unwillingness to bend on AI is why there's still no deal.Via Eurogamer, SAG-AFTRA chief negotiator Duncan Crabtree-Ireland and chair of the Interactive Media Negotiating Committee Sarah Elmaleh shot down reports that a deal was near and alleged that publishers hoped that the actors would turn on each other. While the duo noted that some issues have been agreed upon, the publishers' AI proposals fall far short of what the actors want."The last proposal the bargaining group made is still filled with alarming loopholes that will leave our members vulnerable to AI abuse," wrote Crabtree and Elmaleh. They went on to lay out the sticking points, such as proposals that all of an actors' past performances--including those outside of the video game realm--could be used by AI without protections. They also suggest that producers want the ability to use AI to recreate actors' voices in the event of future strikes.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Cobalt Blue DualSense controller $54 (was $80) with promo code PLAY5 See at Lenovo Volcanic Red DualSense controller $54 (was $80) with promo code PLAY5 See at Lenovo Sterling Silver DualSense controller $54 (was $80) with promo code PLAY5 See at Lenovo Lenovo might not be the first place you’d expect to find DualSense Controllers on sale, but it’s currently the best place to buy models in the Deep Earth lineup. Head over to the retailer and use promo code PLAY5 to get the Volcanic Red, Sterling Silver, or Cobalt Blue DualSense for PS5 and PC for just $54 (was $80). That makes them slightly more affordable than they were during Black Friday--so if you missed out on those deals and need an extra DualSense or two, now's a great time to pick up one of PlayStation's coolest models.While Lenovo is advertising the promo code GAMEON, that one has actually inspired. But using promo code PLAY5 will still let you snag these premium designs for cheap, so make sure to apply the code before finalizing your purchase.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The MMO Defiance, which was shut down in 2021, is coming back to life. For anyone unaware, Defiance was a third-person shooter MMO from Trion Worlds that was developed as a tie-in for the Syfy show of the same name, with events and storylines running across the game and the TV show. It launched in 2013 as a paid game for PC, PS3, and Xbox 360, before adopting a free-to-play model and continued to receive updates even after the TV show was canceled in 2015. A new version of the game, Defiance 2050, came out in 2018--but both games shut down servers in 2021. Now, Defiance is attempting a comeback.Fawkes, a game company whose mission is "breathing life to old worlds and preserving their legacy," has announced plans to bring Defiance back following a deal with previous rights-owner Gamigo."Even though the TV series was discontinued in 2015 and Gamigo eventually closed the game in 2021, the memories of epic Arkfalls and immersive, post‑apocalyptic battles live on in your hearts," Fawkes said.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Dinosaur Fossils: Tyrannosaurus rex (3,145 pieces) $250 | Releases March 15, Available now for Insiders See at Lego Store Lego is no stranger to the world of Jurassic Park, but the newest licensed set from the company is easily the biggest--and most impressive--entry to date. Aimed at adult collectors, the $250 Lego Jurassic Park T-Rex skeleton features 3,145 pieces that can be used to craft the internal framework of the tyrant lizard. Members of Lego's free Lego Insiders rewards program can purchase the new set now, while everyone else can grab this set starting March 15.Lego Store-exclusive sets often become backordered at launch, so if you want to build it soon, snagging it during the Lego Insiders early access window is a good idea.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

If you have pleasant memories of blasting the Covenant round after round with your buddies in Halo's Firefight, we've got good news for you. A recent update to Halo Infinite has introduced old-school Firefight back into the game, a mode that was first introduced in Halo 3: ODST.Titled "Firefight Classic," it's a round-based mode where you and three squadmates team up to take out endless waves of enemies. This version of the classic mode features rounds of five waves each, with three rounds adding up to a "set." Your team shares a pool of seven lives, and when they're all used up, you're done for. Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Ivy Road's Wanderstop is a cozy story-driven game with farming sim elements, requiring you to discover new tea recipes to satisfy the requests of some very quirky customers. Some of your tea requests are fairly straightforward, but others are a bit harder to complete. Here, we'll guide you through all the recipes needed to complete your customer requests and advance the story.Here we list all the customers and their tea requests in the order you'll encounter them, breaking the game into chapters. There are five chapters total.Note: While it's not required to complete the game in any way, I highly recommend having Alta drink a cup of each recipe brewed. You get a unique bit of story or commentary with each recipe she drinks.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com