Mega64 revisits a classic with BurgerTime

“I hate pickles!” Mega64 has been putting out videogame parodies long before YouTube was even a thing. One of their earlier works fromMega64: Version 1featured aBurgerTimeparody, which happens to be one of my favorites skits from them. It’s really cool seeing what their videos were like in 2005, as it just shows you how far the guys have come with making dumb Internet videos. The commentary on the DVD for this spoof is also pretty funny, as you get the backstory on how some random dude started talking to Shawn while he was trying to film (you may hear it in this video in fact), and how the guy waiting for his order next to Rocco prevented the restaurant from calling the cops on the guys....

August 6, 2025 · 1 min · 126 words · Mark Johnson

Mortal Kombat 1’s Quan-Chi trailer brings a surprise Peacemaker first look

The folks at NetherRealm Studio showed up for the Brazilian CCXP expo, and they brought their first look at Quan-Chi. The sinister sorcerer is joining theMortal Kombat 1roster this year after being the co-big bad of the game’s story mode. Much likethe Omni-Man trailer, Quan-Chi also shows off an upcoming Kameo, but a more literal cameo at the trailer’s end may be the biggest surprise. Mortal Kombat 1 unleashes first Quan-Chi trailer, Peacemaker first look The trailer shows off Quan-Chi in all his glory, including a particularly nasty fatality involving glass panes....

August 6, 2025 · 2 min · 327 words · John Crane

New Killing Floor 2 weapon microwaves Zeds

Just like pizza rolls We’re approachingKilling Floor 2‘s Incinerate N’ Detonate content update (I’ve beensayingthisfortoo long, but it’s closer every day), and Tripwire Interactive has shelled out a few more details for us. The forum postLighting Up the Nightexplains the returning Firebug perk’s passive boosts and skill tree. Perk weapon damage, reload speed, fire resistance, personal fire resistance, and starting ammo amount will increase as you level up. The skill tree will include choices such as increased range or splash damage and more damage over time or a chance to make your enemies stumble....

August 6, 2025 · 1 min · 154 words · Christian Stewart

Original Transformers intro gets stunning shot-for-shot remake in Tears of the Kingdom

DespiteThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdombeing nearly a year old, imaginative fans are still using its Zonai devices and Ultrahand mechanic to craft incredible creations. For instance, someone recently managed to put together a recreation of the intro to the original 80sTransformerscartoon. As spotted byGame Rant, the 33 second clip was shared to theHyrule Engineering subreddit, whereTears of the Kingdomplayers post videos and screenshots of any in-game builds they’re proud of, or ask for general building advice....

August 6, 2025 · 2 min · 336 words · Patrick Henson

PlayStation Plus Game Catalog gets Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands and more this month

Sony is highlightingTiny Tina’s Wonderlandsas a stand-out this month. It’s a spin-off from Gearbox’s renownedBorderlandsseries. This time around, the looter-shooter leans into the tabletop inspirations set forth by past content likeBorderlands 2‘sTiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep. Chris Carter reviewed it at launch in March of 2022 andconsidered it “great”. The PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for January include:🧟‍♂️ Resident Evil 2🎲 Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands🚀 Hardspace: Shipbreaker…and more. The full lineup:https://t.co/6mMImcB8fMpic.twitter.com/vOlrNrvD2J...

August 6, 2025 · 2 min · 327 words · Brian Olson

Pokémon Go is adding Necrozma and fusions, but some players just want their old avatars back

Niantic had already unsubtly teased it, but the legendary Necrozma is officially on its way toPokémon Go, along with a new fusion mechanic. While there’s still excitement among players for Necrozma’s inclusion, a quick glance at fan responses shows some people would rather Niantic prioritize reverting its avatar changes. Niantic shared details on Necrozma viaa May 13 Twitter post, and yet the very first response was a plea for the studio to “Revert the avatars....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 501 words · Nicole Robertson

Preview: Shank 2 makes killing joyful

Shank 2is a lot nastier than I was expecting. That’s the good kind of nasty … the kind that makes you think, “I am so freaking glad I did that move.” Anyone who has an odd attraction to exaggerated cartoon violence should probably keep an eye on this game, because its overemphasized gore had me giggling childishly quite a few times. For those who aren’t familiar with the original game,Shank 2stars the blade-wielding brute named … well, Shank, who shoots and stabs his way through a series of well-illustrated environments....

August 6, 2025 · 5 min · 907 words · Lauren Schneider

RuneScape Dragonwilds Discord server and official links

Just over two weeks after its announcement,RuneScape: Dragonwildshas come out in early access. This co-op survival game drops you into a wild frontier full of resources to plunder and magic to learn, so I’ve been using the officialRuneScape: DragonwildsDiscord to keep track of it all. Table of contents What’s on RuneScape Dragonwilds’ Discord server? Many game developers have embraced Discord, and the team over at Jagex is no exception. TheRuneScape: DragonwildsDiscord server is a fantastic place to keep up on the game....

August 6, 2025 · 2 min · 295 words · Robert Mitchell

Tetris 99’s 2.0 update includes a new ‘Invictus’ mode

Local multiplayer, as well Tetris 99is set to get quite a bit bigger. The 2.0 update will be heading to the Nintendo eShop tomorrow and will bring a brand new score bracket for players to compete in. The “Invictus” mode is something forTetrismasters to test their mettle against each other once they’ve achieved “Maximus” status. I doubt I’ll ever get that good, but it sounds great for filtering out the overly skilled....

August 6, 2025 · 1 min · 205 words · Rebecca Kaiser

The best FIFA 17 deals are probably on Xbox One

Cheaper than 105 million Euros We’re less than a week away from the release ofFIFA 17and it’s looking like Microsoft’s Xbox One is winning the “console of choice” war. For the Xbox Onecopy of the game, you’ll receive physical props and a gift card, while theFIFA 17Xbox One S console bundle has an outright discount before launch. The best place to buyFIFA 17on the Xbox One (without a paid membership)is at the Microsoft Store....

August 6, 2025 · 2 min · 357 words · Taylor Hudson

The clock’s ticking in upcoming political adventure The Occupation

Stop the British government from tearing up civil liberties Developer White Paper Games has dropped a ten-minute gameplay video for their upcoming adventure release,The Occupation, which tells the tale of a investigative journalist and their immediate actions in the aftermath of a terror attack. Set in 1987 Britain, a terrorist bombing incites the government to instill a draconian law known as The Union Act. Players take control of journalist Harvey Miller, and have four hours in real time to look into the act, those behind it and the reasons behind its implementation....

August 6, 2025 · 1 min · 203 words · Mary Perry

The developer of Snake Pass is changing its Switch logo back because the internet hates it

To be fair, having the title on-screen is nice Snake Pass, the lovingly craftedbut ultimately limitedgame, ran into a problem on Switch. Except this time it wasn’t neccesarily mechanical or bug related, but rather, completely aesthetic, and not even in-game related — people hated the new icon. There’s a perceived plague going around on the Switch where select developers will put out an icon that doesn’t display the title of the game in question....

August 6, 2025 · 2 min · 348 words · Jeffrey Rivera

The first wave of Splatoon 3 DLC surfaces February 28

Spring has spranged Nintendo of Europe hasannounced via Twitterthat the first wave of the previously announcedSplatoon 3DLC will arrive on Jul 19, 2025. Previously, Nintendo stated that this wave wouldarrive in Spring, and unless you listen to ground-dwelling marmots, that isn’t until late March. The first ofSplatoon 3’spaid DLC will be coming in two waves. As far as I can tell, this first wave contains the Inkopolis Plaza first seen in the originalSplatoon....

August 6, 2025 · 1 min · 209 words · Lisa Johnson