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December 27, 2025

Riftbound director hints at its digital future, says it’s “not a matter of if, but when and how” for the League of Legends TCG

Riot Games introduced a Teamfight Tactics tournament at the TFT Paris Open as part of the Riftbound event, generating genuine excitement among players. Game director Dave Guskin discussed the challenges of card availability and the company's strategy to address scarcity issues in physical trading card games (TCGs). He acknowledged that the demand for Riftbound was underestimated and emphasized the importance of supporting in-person social play. Although there is currently no digital version of Riftbound, Guskin indicated that the possibility of a digital adaptation is being considered for the future. Players are currently using alternatives like a mod for Tabletop Simulator to engage with the game digitally.

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December 11, 2025

Minecraft “Mounts of Mayhem” 1.21.130 update out now, patch notes

Minecraft's latest update, version 1.21.130, titled "Mounts of Mayhem," introduces several new features, including: - New mounts: Horses, Zombie Horses, Donkeys, Mules, and Camels now float when ridden while swimming. - Netherite Horse Armor: Craftable at a Smithing Table using Diamond Horse Armor, a Netherite Ingot, and a Netherite Upgrade, providing 19 armor points. - Nautilus: A new neutral aquatic mob that can be tamed with Pufferfish, spawns in all ocean biomes, and grants the "Breath of the Nautilus" effect when mounted. - Nautilus Armor: Equipable on both Nautilus and Zombie Nautilus, available in Copper, Golden, Iron, Diamond, and Netherite versions. - Zombie Nautilus: A neutral underwater mob that attacks with a Dash attack and can be tamed using Pufferfish. - Coral Zombie Nautilus: A variant of the Zombie Nautilus that spawns in Warm Oceans. - Spear: A new weapon crafted from various materials, featuring two attack types: Jab and Charge. - New mobs: Zombie Horse, which spawns naturally at night in Plains and Savanna biomes, and Parched, a Skeleton variant that spawns in Deserts. - Camel Husk: An undead Camel variant that spawns in Deserts. - Various audio adjustments, block generation fixes, and gameplay enhancements, along with numerous bug fixes for improved stability and performance.

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December 10, 2025

Minecraft spear crafting recipe, uses, and more

Minecraft version 1.21.11, titled Mounts of Mayhem, introduces a new weapon: the spear. The spear features a standard jab and a charged attack, inflicting half the damage of an axe but allowing players to engage enemies from a mount. To craft a spear, players need two sticks and a mineral (diamond or iron) arranged in the crafting grid. The spear is compatible with mounts like horses, camels, and the new Nautilus, enabling mounted attacks. Various mobs can spawn wielding a spear, including Zombies, Husks, Zombie horsemen, Camel husk jockeys (with iron spears), Piglins, and Zombified piglins (with golden spears). Players can also use the spear while flying with Elytra wings.

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December 9, 2025

The Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake is real, and we’ve got the PEGI rating to prove it

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is an upcoming remake of the original game, confirmed by the PEGI ratings board. The remake will include elements such as swearing, violence, and in-game purchases, with hopes from the community for minimal microtransactions. There is speculation that an official announcement may occur during The Game Awards. The remake aims to provide a fresh yet familiar experience for both new players and veterans of the original game. Further details, including a release date and gameplay updates, are anticipated.

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December 9, 2025

Charge! Minecraft’s ‘Mounts of Mayhem’ Drop Arrives with Zombie Horses

The Mounts of Mayhem expansion for Minecraft has launched for both Java and Bedrock Editions, introducing new combat and exploration elements. In the desert biome, players encounter the Camel Husk, a passive mob that serves as transport for hostile riders, including a Husk and a new skeleton variant called the Parched, which thrives in sunlight. Players must defeat both riders to tame the Camel Husk. The Spear weapon has been added, enhancing combat dynamics with damage output increasing with player speed. The Lunge enchantment allows for increased speed during jab attacks. Underwater exploration is enhanced with the Nautilus, a neutral mob that can be tamed with a Pufferfish, providing speed boosts and air supply preservation. Players must defeat its rider, the Zombie Nautilus, to tame it. Horses can now swim in water, and players can craft Netherite Horse Armour by combining Diamond Horse Armour with a Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template and an Ingot. Undead horses will appear at night with spear-wielding zombie riders, requiring players to defeat the riders to tame them.

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December 8, 2025

Mojang offers a detailed look at Minecraft’s nautilus

The nautilus is an aquatic creature in Minecraft that players can befriend and ride. It has the ability to conserve oxygen and is visually appealing due to its stunning colors. The design of the nautilus is inspired by the culinary delicacy of escargot. Players can explore randomly generated worlds, craft various structures, and choose between creative and survival modes in the game.

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December 7, 2025

This relaxing take on Civilization wrapped in Windows 2000 style just hit 1.0, it’s completely free, and I’m mesmerized

Civilization 7 has received 'mixed' reviews on Steam, contrasting with its predecessor's 'very positive' rating from over 100,000 reviews. CivIdle, developed by FishPond at Fish Pond Studio, is a leisurely version of Sid Meier's Civilization that allows players to guide civilizations through tech trees and engage in trade and warfare. It recently transitioned from patch 0.28 to 1.0. CivIdle features a minimalist aesthetic with a muted color palette and hex-based world, evoking nostalgia for early 2000s software. The game has nearly 50 recent reviews pushing it closer to a 'very positive' rating and is free to play, with optional purchases available for supporting the developer and unlocking cross-platform cloud saves. Future expansions are hinted at, including an interplanetary version.

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December 2, 2025

10 Best Dinosaur Mods in Minecraft

DragN’s Deadly Dinos introduces over fifty dinosaurs and ancient creatures, focusing on survival challenges. Jurassic World Craft allows players to engage in DNA processing and manage high-tech labs to create a Jurassic-style park. MineJurassic features fossil gathering and DNA processing to create cinematic dinosaurs. De-Extinction emphasizes scientific research to resurrect extinct species using DNA strings and editing machines. Prehistoric World offers a realistic portrayal of prehistoric animals in their natural biomes. Unusual Prehistory focuses on lesser-known ancient creatures, allowing players to revive them and craft new weapons. AlternaCraft presents over twenty iconic prehistoric beasts and allows for custom enclosures. Fossils and Archeology: Revival combines paleontology and genetics, enabling players to excavate fossils and create embryos of ancient creatures. The Dawn Era features fifteen detailed dinosaurs that can be tamed and ridden. Pelagic Prehistory introduces ancient marine life into Minecraft's oceans. Many of these mods can be compatible, but some may conflict, and certain mods require Forge for installation. For a Jurassic Park-style build, mods like Jurassic World Craft, MineJurassic, or Fossils and Archeology: Revival are recommended.

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November 21, 2025

World Fisheries Day

World Fisheries Day is on November 21, celebrating fishing and promoting ecosystem health. Minecraft has launched fishing packs on its Marketplace, including an add-on that educates players about fish species and ocean pollution, featuring over 90 new fish and marine creatures. From now until January 29, 2026, all net proceeds from this add-on will support Conservation International's conservation efforts. The MobBlocks add-on offers a peaceful fishing experience with 70 new fish, while an advanced add-on introduces 40 new fish with realistic behaviors. The AutoFisher tool allows for easier fishing. Beginning September 26, 2025, Microsoft will contribute 100% of net proceeds from the add-on sales to Conservation International, along with a 0,000 contribution.

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November 19, 2025

Old School RuneScape just got its first new skill ever and players are psyched about it, apart from the guy the game accidentally branded ‘Morbid Loner’

Old School RuneScape has introduced its first new skill, Sailing, after extensive testing and community discussions. This update allows players to explore uncharted oceans and engage in new adventures. Community sentiment is positive, with players expressing excitement and sharing their experiences.