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As I sifted through the posts on the PokeLeaks subreddit, my eyes were drawn to an intriguing claim – supposedly, a leak from the elusive 4Chan reveals the design for Mega Zygarde! If this leak turns out to be true, it’s going to be quite the departure from Zygarde’s existing forms. You see, as one of Kalos’ Legendary trio, Zygarde already has three distinct shapes in its arsenal, and if this Mega Evolution leak holds water, there might just be a fourth on the horizon.

The leaked image of Mega Zygarde is a bit tricky to decipher, but it seems like our monstrous friend is morphing into a missile-like form. This design brings me back to the “Pokemon Gun” meme that took off in Gen 8 – talk about a blast from the past!

In an unexpected move, Warner Bros Games revealed a fresh LEGO Batman game at Gamescom, accompanied by a humorous trailer filled with laughs. This announcement has ignited discussions among both Batman and LEGO game enthusiasts, with many expressing enthusiasm over the game’s elements reminiscent of the Batman Arkham series and its nods to popular Batman movies. As excitement builds for the 2026 release, more information about the project has come to light. Recent developments have particularly highlighted the extensive map featured in LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight.

Despite the anticipation among fans of Black Myth: Wukong for an expansion to be unveiled at Gamescom Opening Night Live, what was actually showcased was a first glimpse into another Black Myth title – Black Myth: Zhong Kui. Though specifics about this upcoming game are limited, it has been confirmed to be a standalone action RPG for PC and current consoles, set to release at a future date. Similar to Sun Wukong, Zhong Kui is a deity from Chinese mythology. Geoff Keighley, the host of Gamescom Opening Night Live, described Zhong Kui as a “spirit-catching deity who roams between the realms of Hell and Earth.

Last year marked the start of the Elbaf storyline in the popular series “One Piece,” and after nearly a year, many fans believe this is one of the best arcs the show has ever produced. However, with the story still unfolding, it seems we’re yet to reach its end. This means those eagerly anticipating updates about the happenings outside of Elbaf will have to exercise some patience.

According to Niantic’s recent announcement, the Dark Skies event that took place from August 18th to 23rd enabled players to engage in Max Battles and battle various Dynamax Pokémon sets based on the specific day. On August 18th, players could only encounter Gen 1 starters such as Squirtle and Legendaries like Latios within the first set of Dynamax creatures. Meanwhile, the remaining two sets were accessible from August 19th-20th and August 21st-22nd respectively. Although players can no longer encounter Dynamax Pokémon during the Dark Skies event, they now have an opportunity to participate in some new raid battles and catch a few more Pokémon with boosted spawn rates.

One noteworthy asset of Steam is its Wishlist mechanism, and it plays a significant role. Developers and publishers pay attention to the statistics and identify games that enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating, which often leads to increased marketing efforts for those titles. While other digital platforms also offer similar features, Steam currently dominates the scene. At the moment, these are the games that Steam users are most looking forward to playing.

In November 2016, approximately eight months after its initial launch, the game Tom Clancy’s The Division introduced a new mode called Survival. This mode presented players with the task of enduring harsh winter storms, managing their health and resources, scavenging for antivirals, and eventually escaping by helicopter. Survival mode combined player-versus-environment (PvE) elements with a high level of tension and urgency, providing an unique gaming experience distinct from the main game. Alongside the Dark Zone, which had a similar concept but less difficult conditions, The Division is often acknowledged as a forerunner in the extraction genre. However, Ubisoft hasn’t pursued this further until now, but that’s about to change.

Many gamers contend that Valheim ranks among the finest open-world games for crafting, and it’s not hard to understand why. The game’s item creation system is complex and detailed, which might be challenging for some but offers a wealth of possibilities for others. Engaging the game’s debug mode to construct without worrying about resources expands its potential even more, and players have seized this developer setting to its fullest extent.

As an ardent fan of “My Hero Academia,” I’m thrilled to share that Horikoshi himself has sent a heartfelt message our way! In his note, he expresses gratitude for our attendance at the MHA art exhibition and gives us a sneak peek into the anticipation surrounding MHA Season 8. Can’t wait to delve deeper into the world of UA High School and witness more heroic acts unfold!

The Borderlands series allows players to engage either alone or together with companions through cooperative play, accommodating up to four players, each assuming one of the four Vault Hunter roles. Notably, certain characters have shown to be self-sufficient armies, such as Salvador from Borderlands 2 and Moze from Borderlands 3, while others like Maya and FL4K from the same series exhibit strengths in team support. However, the introduction of Vex in Borderlands 4, with her minion-summoning abilities, has made it clear that she’s an ideal choice for solo players. Yet, the Vault Hunter that appears to be most beneficial for co-op play is now Harlowe, following its recent gameplay unveiling.