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The Transmog system in World of Warcraft received a major update on January 20th with the Midnight pre-expansion patch. Previously, players had to pay separately to change the look of each piece of gear. Now, the new system lets players create and save complete outfits that automatically apply to any gear they wear. Although this could save money over time, it requires an initial investment, as outfit slots must be bought with gold, and the cost of Transmog has generally increased.

The original Zelda games arrived in the West during the 1980s and offered very different ways to play. The first game had a simple overhead view, with little story or interaction. Zelda 2: The Adventure of Link completely changed things up, featuring challenging side-scrolling levels and towns full of people Link could talk to. When the Super Nintendo came out, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past in 1991 pushed the series forward with imaginative dungeons, improved combat, and new items like the Hookshot.

Water-type Pokémon are often a popular choice for new trainers, especially the starter Pokémon like Swampert and Feraligatr. Since Blastoise first appeared, many trainers in both the games and the anime have relied on Water-types as their strongest Pokémon. While each fully evolved Water-type starter gets its moment in the spotlight, some become more well-known and memorable than others.

Recent sales figures from 2025 show that video game prices are rising. First-person shooter games are still the most popular type in the US, and a new Zelda title sold out of stores in just one month! Read More 2026-01-24 01:03

It’s no surprise gamers have largely forgotten many excellent games released during that golden age. Whether those games were based on outdated material, came from defunct series, or simply haven’t held up over time, these 2005 titles are still fantastic, but rarely discussed in 2026.

It’s been almost a decade since the last Mass Effect game, Mass Effect: Andromeda, came out in 2017. Now, EA is taking steps to plan the future of the series. They’ve posted a job opening for a production director who will lead the development of the next Mass Effect title.

Ever since the game came out, there’s been a ton of talk on Reddit about where all the art and sound assets actually came from. People are digging into the developer, and honestly, they’re claiming this person has a really bad reputation for ripping people off in other MMOs. It’s a bit of a mess, and everyone’s trying to figure out what’s going on.

One Piece is a captivating story that follows Monkey D. Luffy’s quest to become the King of the Pirates during a time when pirates rule the seas. At its heart, it’s an adventure about the incredible journeys Luffy takes, the amazing places he discovers, and the loyal friends he finds along the way. A highlight for many fans is watching Luffy gather new members to join his crew – it’s a key part of what makes the series so special.

With Season 20 of Overwatch 2, a new hero named Vendetta became available to play. Vendetta is the daughter of Antonio Bartalotti, a Talon leader who was killed by Reaper. Driven by a desire for revenge against both Overwatch and Talon, Blizzard has hinted at her motives since her initial reveal.

Since Highguard was revealed at The Game Awards 2025, Wildlight Entertainment hasn’t shared much information about the game. Most fans have only seen the original trailer, and that’s been the extent of updates. It looks like a team-based hero shooter where two sides fight to destroy each other’s base. The game is being called a “raid shooter,” and players will use mounts like horses to move around the map quickly. They’ll fight enemies using weapons and special abilities, and the ultimate goal is to grab the Shieldbreaker sword, which summons a powerful ram to break into the enemy base. Luckily, it looks like fans will finally get some answers soon, although the timing is a bit strange.