The latter half of 2025 and early 2026 promise a strong lineup of games, with a couple of major single-player titles expected to generate a lot of buzz. While they may not have the lasting appeal of games like Call of Duty or Battlefield, these new releases should be very popular and, hopefully, deliver a great gaming experience.
The Steam Deck has been a big hit for Valve, and it’s really shaken up PC gaming by popularizing portable handheld devices – we’re now seeing competitors like the Lenovo Legion Go and the Asus ROG Ally X. While people love playing their PC games on the go, the Steam Deck isn’t without its issues, and this new update fixes a problem users have been complaining about for a while.
As a huge fan, I was excited to jump into Europa Universalis 5 when it launched, but I noticed it only lets you start on one specific date: April 1st, 1337. That puts you right in the middle of the medieval period! It’s actually over a hundred years earlier than where EU4 began, and honestly, as someone who enjoys having options like in Crusader Kings 3 – which gives you three different start dates – I was a little bummed there wasn’t more choice.
Later open-world games often try to match the high standards set by these titles, aiming to create worlds that feel just as alive and immersive.
The anime One Piece is now in the Elbaf arc, which has been packed with thrilling moments and important backstory. Considering the current speed of the story, and taking Oda’s usual breaks into account, it’s likely this arc will finish within two years. After the flashback about Rocks, the series will move closer to its conclusion. When Elbaf ends, fans can expect some huge reveals, including significant updates to the characters’ bounties.
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Currently, Destiny 2 is facing some challenges, as player numbers on Steam have dropped to a concerning level for a game that relies on ongoing player engagement. Even popular community figures like Datto and Gladd have taken a break. Many are hoping the upcoming ‘Renegades’ expansion in December will bring back the enthusiasm players once had for the game.
2025 was a huge year for Demon Slayer, largely due to the incredibly popular movie, Infinity Castle Part 1. The film focused on the main character, Tanjiro Kamado, and showed him fighting in several challenging battles, with more action planned for Infinity Castle Parts 2 and 3. Many viewers have been impressed by Tanjiro’s power and are wondering why he hasn’t been given the rank of Hashira, as he appears to be strong enough to join their ranks.
In a recent X post, analyst Butterfly (yes, that’s their handle) declared, “The coin is attempting to rebound from the lower border of the bullish flag on the 3D timeframe.” Translation: “It’s trying to stand up after tripping over its own feet.” Bulls are “maintaining control” near this “crucial zone,” which sounds like a fancy way of saying they’re holding their breath and crossing their fingers. Historical patterns? Oh, sure, let’s all trust history, which has a 99% failure rate when it comes to predicting anything, ever.
On November 3, Ripple dropped a press release like it’s 2017 again. 🚨 The revelation follows the crypto company’s recent acquisition of Hidden Road, a former well-known multi-asset brokerage firm. Now fully integrated under the name Ripple Prime, the platform will offer institutions an extensive range of services, including prime brokerage, clearing, and financing. Because who doesn’t want to trade with a mix of old-school finance and blockchain? 💸