On a fateful Monday that would surely echo through the annals of time, the House of Doge, huddled with their partners at Brag House Holdings, Inc., proclaimed itself the “largest equity holder” in the historic yet hapless US Triestina Calcio 1918. This move is part of their lofty mission – to find projects that “carry community, cultural relevance, and long-term value.” Sounds great, doesn’t it? Like a soap on a rope! 📈
From the start, Team Ninja and PlatinumGames announced that Ninja Gaiden 4 would be available on Xbox Game Pass on its launch day in January 2025. Xbox Game Studios is publishing the newest game in this challenging action series, which was scheduled for release on October 21st.
Although some older Sonic games might feel a bit dated now, many others are considered among the best platformers and action-adventure games released recently. While speed is still a key part of the Sonic experience, some titles offer a more relaxed pace to make the series accessible to new players. Overall, the Sonic games listed below are all worth playing in 2025.
Before Nintendo Switch Online, Nintendo had a service called Virtual Console that allowed players to buy and download classic games on newer systems. It first launched on the Wii in 2006, and later became available on the Nintendo 3DS in 2011 and Wii U in 2013. While the Virtual Console is no longer available on any of those consoles, many players hope it will return on the Switch and future Nintendo hardware.
For ten years, from 2015 to 2024, fans hadn’t seen any new Ninja Gaiden games. That changed in 2025 with the release of Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, and Ninja Gaiden 4. Now, many are wondering if these games, particularly Ninja Gaiden 4, will bring the series back to its former glory. It’s too early to say for sure, but I believe a game’s ending is what truly determines its quality.
Let me be clear: Ninja Gaiden 4 is a good game and I recommend it overall. However, go in expecting very little from Ryu’s storyline. Fortunately, that portion of the game is fairly short, only lasting a few chapters. While Ryu does have other moments, it often feels like he plays a supporting role in his own series. The following discussion contains spoilers.
Xbox Game Pass prices went up in early October. The most complete plan, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, now costs $29.99 instead of $19.99. New members saw the price change right away, while current members will see it on November 4th. The price increase comes with some perks: access to Ubisoft+ games and benefits for Fortnite Crew, starting November 18th. This is a good deal for Fortnite players, combining those subscriptions. However, some gamers are wondering if the higher price is worth it if they don’t care about those extra benefits. For fans of games like Ninja Gaiden, it’s a tough call.
As Bitcoin bounces back from a low near $103,700, traders are indulging in the classic game of “Will it stay or will it go?” Is this just a “controlled deleveraging,” or, as some might call it, a temporary waltz before the next massive advance? Oh, the suspense. Meanwhile, Ether has also dusted itself off and reclaimed $4,000, adding a bit of sparkle to the crypto world. But of course, who could ignore the sudden lull in trade-war headlines? Almost like someone flipped the switch to “Calm down.” And let’s not forget the growing whispers of possible Fed rate cuts. A little gift from the central bank, perhaps? 🎁
Pokemon Legends: Z-A is a unique mainline Pokemon game. It continues the story from the games released in Generation 6, five years later, and brings back Mega Evolution. However, it’s unusual because it doesn’t introduce any new Pokemon species. So far, the new Mega Evolutions and the real-time battle system are generating a lot of excitement. Despite this, the game is proving divisive among fans. One point of contention is that while it gives players a special Mega Evolution for Zygarde, it means five other Pokemon won’t be included.
On December 2nd, World of Warcraft will receive Patch 11.2.7, introducing early access to player housing and bringing back the Brawler’s Guild. The update also includes a new story chapter that connects the The War Within and Midnight expansions. Players will be able to begin a long-awaited Heritage Armor quest for the Pandaren, returning to the Wandering Isle to protect the Spirit Festival with familiar faces like Chen and Li Li Stormstout.
