According to the latest gossip from Hashrate Index (you know, the kind of gossip that gets covered by… well, us), Iran lost a colossal 7 EH/s in just three months. During this time, tensions with the US and Israel were higher than a miner’s hopes on a bull run. There were strikes, retaliations, and the kind of instability that makes a Bitcoin wallet feel safer than a government building.
Although few open-world games are as popular as Breath of the Wild, many others offer huge worlds, exciting creatures, and plenty of hidden areas to discover. Let’s explore some of these expansive games that feature large maps, sword fighting, adventurous exploration, or a combination of all three. While these titles aren’t Breath of the Wild, they’ll definitely satisfy a similar sense of adventure.
You’ve received a letter from Moana! She’s discovered some strange, glowing algae at Dazzle Beach and needs your help finding more. Check your mailbox for the details!
April was a great month for Pokémon GO players! The game surprised everyone on April Fools’ Day by releasing Mimikyu, a highly requested Pokémon. It appeared in the wild as part of the ‘A Shockingly Good Time’ event. Then, on April 4th, a special Fashion Raid Day event let players catch over ten Pokémon wearing different costumes. Now, another limited-time event is coming, focusing on Steel-type Pokémon and introducing a popular worm Pokémon originally from the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet games.
Kudrow also shared that she felt underestimated during her time on Friends, and people didn’t fully recognize her talent back then.
As its name suggests, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined is a modernized update to the classic 2000 PlayStation JRPG, Dragon Quest 7: Fragments of the Forgotten Past. Yuji Horii, the creator of the Dragon Quest series, helped design the game, which features a complex class system called Vocations – similar to the Job system in Final Fantasy. This system lets players customize the battle abilities of each character. Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined arrives almost 26 years after the original Dragon Quest 7 first debuted on PlayStation, following a previous remake for the 3DS in 2013.
Whether you prefer a fun, lighthearted experience like Kingdom Hearts 2 or a gritty, dark adventure like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, there’s an action RPG out there for everyone. Below, we’ll rank some of the best, looking at everything a game offers—not just how it plays in combat. The truly great action RPGs need to be captivating in all areas, offering more than just impressive fighting moves or spells.
Firebreak (FBC) is a co-op shooter and the first spin-off game based on Remedy Entertainment’s Control. It was available on Xbox Game Pass from its launch in June 2025. Endless Legend 2, a sequel to Amplitude Studios’ 2014 strategy game, entered early access in September 2025 and was also added to certain Microsoft subscription plans. Both games were initially released only on PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Critics loved The Haunting of Hill House because it was genuinely frightening, explored complex themes of loss and family issues, and was beautifully made, especially with its long, unbroken shots that made you feel like you were in the house. Because of this, fans of the show might enjoy a lesser-known gem available on AppleTV+, which offers a similar experience if you broaden your search beyond Mike Flanagan’s Netflix series.
Now that the PlayStation 5 is out, even more players can experience the game. Plus, a new story expansion called Terran Armada has been released, along with a free update called Free Lanes for everyone. It’s too soon to know if these additions will significantly improve Starfield in the long run, but initial signs are positive. While some parts of the game remain similar, these changes are a step in the right direction. Here’s a look at what you can expect from Starfield in 2026.