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Nikkei Asia and unnamed PC makers say CPU supply is tightening, with mid-range chips worst hit and average price jumps of 10 to 15 percent. Intel blames demand and costs. Oddly, new budget-friendly Intel chips are launching soon.
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Blizzard has teased balance changes coming on April 2, with Imbue Druid in the spotlight. The build is currently dominating the meta, and players expect significant nerfs—here’s what might change and how the community is reacting.
Pokémon Company revealed new abilities for the Mega forms of Meganium, Emboar, and Feraligatr from Legends Z-A. These changes could alter the competitive scene in Pokémon Champions.
Japan’s prices for Pokémon Champions microtransactions are out: battle pass, starter pack, and membership costs detailed, plus a quick look at what the pass includes and other news.
After a major price hike, Microsoft’s new gaming CEO Asha Sharma is reportedly exploring lower-priced Game Pass options, possibly including ad-supported tiers and cloud changes. Nothing is official yet.
Netflix's Greg Peters says he and Xbox's new gaming chief have discussed bundling Netflix with Game Pass. Nothing is set, but the idea is on the table.
Riot shared a Patch 26.7 preview. Expect meta nudges after First Stand, buffs and nerfs across the roster, potential Shyvana fixes, and a change to the Support quest that could let farming supports return.
Fortnite added skins based on the climbing sim Peak, but the price tag on a single Scout outfit works out to almost three times what the indie game costs. Players and developers are not thrilled.
Dark Outlaw Games, the studio started by Call of Duty veteran Jason Blundell and announced last year, has been closed by Sony. Reports say the team was early into an unannounced project and some staff were let go.
Slay the Spire 2 now has cooperative runs. Here’s a clear, friendly breakdown of how to start a co-op save, how saves behave, and what changes when you play together.
Hideo Kojima pushed his team to help more players reach the end of Death Stranding 2. The move followed feedback about pacing, and Kojima says he made the sequel clearer and more playable after focus tests — not purposely weirder.
Three legendary horses roam Crimson Desert, each built for a different job: Royler for speed, Rokade for tanking, and Camora for combat. Here’s where to find them and quick taming tips so you do not embarrass yourself.