Board games remain a popular option for players in 2026, with the transition to mobile platforms giving access to timeless entertainment. Examples include Chess.com, Checkers, and Scrabble.
Guild Wars Reforged is launching on iOS and Android devices this summer, offering optimized UI and controls for mobile gameplay. The game will be available for free with the original Prophecies campaign included, and additional expansion content can be purchased for a fee. Players who already own the game can sync their progress to the ad-free version at no extra cost.
Hallmark is set to release a holiday ornament featuring a new character named Blub for Minecraft, available starting October 10. A listing for the "Minecraft Blub Ornament" has appeared on Hallmark's website, generating excitement among fans. Speculation exists that Blub may be linked to the upcoming Minecraft Dungeons 2 or a future update to the main Minecraft game. Fans are sharing creative interpretations of Blub's appearance, with one concept depicting a blue bunny. The gaming community is eager for more information about Blub and its potential role in the Minecraft universe.
The Shadow Update for Ball x Pit introduces two new characters, The Tiptoer and The Tunneller, along with four new passive abilities, 11 new balls, and a guildhall for players to build. The Tiptoer can evade detection by enemies, while The Tunneller can fire balls that wrap around the screen's edges. The new balls include one that manipulates time, one that immobilizes enemies, and one that allows for random teleportation. The update also features the Full Metal Rapier passive ability, which scales damage based on the number of elements on screen, and the Arrow of Fate, which grants projectile immunity and releases smaller balls upon being hit. The update is available for free on Steam and adds 18 new elements, creating 88 combinations of characters, passives, and balls.
Players can enhance their earnings in the game "Cut Grass for Anime Characters" by using codes that provide rewards. The current codes are:
- SomeSpeedUps: Some speed-ups
- 2ndUpdateLesGooo!!!: OP dice
- NewPlayersOnly: 1 million cash
- UseThisForGalaxies: five minutes of 2x Upgrader Luck
To redeem these codes, players must launch the game, click the 'Settings' button, enter a code, and click 'Claim'. Codes are limited-time opportunities for unlocking rewards such as cash, dice, speed-ups, and boosts. New codes are shared on the game's Discord channel, and players should check frequently as codes can expire. An expired code is "NewUpdate!!!".
The FF14 8.0 expansion, titled "FF14 Evercold," will release in January 2027, with Patch 7.56 arriving on September 8, 2026. The level cap will increase from 100 to 110, and players will encounter a flood of ice in the Fourth reflection of the Source. The expansion will introduce two new jobs: one Tank and one Ranged Physical DPS. Evolved Mode and Reborn Mode will be available, allowing players to choose between a streamlined battle system or a traditional playstyle. The expansion will feature six new zones, approximately six dungeons, three new trials, and a series of eight-player raids. A crossover with Neon Genesis Evangelion will occur in patches 8.1, 8.3, and 8.5. Updates will also include changes to PvP, FATEs, and the Tomestone rewards system. Further details will be revealed at upcoming Fanfests in Berlin and Tokyo.
The Drag and Drop mod for Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim: Special Edition allows players to drag and drop non-playable characters (NPCs) as if they were objects. The mod was created by Gerkinfeltser, who utilized knowledge of Skyrim's Havok physics and SKSE hooks to guide AI in its development. The mod introduces chaotic gameplay, enabling players to swing NPCs around and crash them into each other, enhancing the humor associated with ragdoll physics. It also supports configurable sound effects for added customization. The mod is available on Nexus Mods, and Skyrim Special Edition can be purchased for .99, often on sale on Steam.
Capcom's Pragmata has seen a surge in creative video game modifications, particularly focusing on the protagonist, Hugh. Modders have introduced several character skins for Hugh, including a Dead Space outfit by user FokeyT26, a Doom Guy skin from Doom: The Dark Ages, and a Master Chief skin that was previously exclusive to a deluxe edition. Additionally, players have swapped Hugh for characters from various genres, such as the protagonist of Wuthering Waves and Minecraft's Steve, and even replaced a game enemy with Shrek. The modding community continues to explore new possibilities, with characters like CJ from GTA: San Andreas and Optimus Prime also appearing in the game. Pragmata is available for .99 on Steam, and using REFramework is necessary to unlock these modifications.
A naked figure reaches out toward a giraffe in a whimsical scene. The artist illustrates the giraffe based on a dubious account, using creative elements, and the client is pleased with the unconventional design. Various eccentric requests come in, including a bed with bells and wheels, a restoration for a licked-clean page, and a knight's tale of being ridden like a horse. The artist creates a combat manual featuring animals, including a dual-wielding sword frog and a battle hedgehog. Scriptorium embraces absurdity, allowing for creative freedom in crafting illustrations, with no restrictions on recoloring or resizing elements. The game offers a sandbox mode for limitless creativity, providing inspiration for whimsical concepts.
Sam Gamgee's true name in Westron is Banazîr Galpsi. Sauron once served as a lieutenant to Melkor, also known as Morgoth. Frodo never reached Mordor; he died at the hands of three identical men in a mill at the edge of the Shire. These plot twists are from the 1990 CRPG, The Lord of the Rings, Vol. I, developed by Interplay. The game presents a version of Frodo as a middle-aged hobbit, contrasting with the youthful portrayal in the films. The visual interpretations of Gandalf and Aragorn in the game depict them in a more rugged and relatable manner compared to their cinematic versions. The Internet Archive provides access to this gaming experience.
