FC 26 Kayode vs Shaw Showdown SBC: Who Should You Pick
EA Sports FC 26’s latest Squad Building Challenge pits Michael Kayode against Luke Shaw, offering two similarly priced cards but different squad requirements. Kayode’s SBC demands an 85‑86 overall squad, while Shaw’s requires an 88‑rated lineup. The article recommends Shaw for its superior playstyles—Bruiser+ and Quick Step+—and higher upgrade potential, especially if Manchester United secures a Champions League spot. Players must weigh positional needs and upgrade odds when deciding which card to pursue.
Even Korea’s Prime Minister Is Praising Crimson Desert: ‘It Has Opened a New Chapter in K-Content’
Pearl Abyss’s open‑world RPG Crimson Desert moved over five million units in less than a month, despite a turbulent launch that spiked Steam refunds. Korean Prime Minister Kim Min‑seok publicly lauded the title, calling it a new chapter for K‑content...
How to Get Rapier of a Thousand Cuts in Windrose
The Rapier of a Thousand Cuts, one of Windrose’s most powerful swords, is no longer a guaranteed drop in the early‑access build. Players must hunt Traveler’s Camps across the islands, opening two treasure chests per camp, with the second chest...
All Corrupted Lantern Locations in The Division 2 Cherry Blossom Event
Ubisoft’s Cherry Blossom seasonal event in *The Division 2* tasks players with locating 40 Corrupted Lanterns hidden throughout Washington, D.C. Each lantern triggers a Kitsunebi ambush followed by a Ronin showdown, rewarding event keys upon defeat. Accumulated keys can be...
Best Players for FC 26 Attacker Round Out Evolution
EA Sports’ FC 26 introduces the Attacker Round Out Evolution as part of the Season 7 premium pass. The evolution can be applied up to 20 times to eligible attackers (overall ≤ 89, not a centre‑back) and progresses through five upgrade tiers that...
All Stats in Vampire Crawlers and How They Work
Vampire Crawlers introduces a comprehensive stat system that mirrors the mechanics of its predecessor, Vampire Survivors, while adding card‑deck nuances. Each stat—such as Max Health, Hand size, Luck, and Greed—scales per rank, directly influencing survivability, damage output, and resource acquisition....
How to Get Special Abilities of Weapons in Windrose
Windrose players can unlock weapon special abilities by ascending Rare or Epic‑tier gear. Ascension requires an upgraded Weaponsmith, which is unlocked by crafting an Anvil and Bellows, and the consumption of Tumbaga Ingots for each weapon. Epic weapons may offer...
‘We Are Xbox’: New Leadership Further Pledges to Bring Brand Back to Its Previous Glory
Xbox announced a full rebrand, reverting from Microsoft Gaming to the original Xbox name under CEO Asha Sharma and Chief Content Officer Matt Booty. The leadership unveiled a ten‑point manifesto that stresses affordability, openness, and creator empowerment while positioning daily...
How to Heal and Restore Health in Vampire Crawlers
Vampire Crawlers challenges players with permanent HP loss on each misstep, making timely healing essential for progression. The Guiding Light relic, unlocked at the Inlaid Library, reveals all light source locations, allowing players to target floor chickens that restore 10...
007 First Light Trailer Shows Off a Fan-Favorite Feature From an Old James Bond Game and a New Mission Type
IO Interactive unveiled the "Rules of Spycraft" trailer for 007 First Light, the first James Bond game in over a decade, slated for release on May 27 2026. The preview highlighted a new Tac Sim mission mode that pits agents against global leaderboards and...
Leak Suggests Solid Pricing for Steam Machine, but Even that Might Be Too High to Save It
According to a recent leak, Valve’s upcoming Steam Machine is expected to launch in the $650‑$750 range, a reduction from earlier $800‑$900 estimates driven by a recent RAM shortage linked to AI demand. The price places the device on par...
How to Enchant and Make the Enchanting Table in Windrose
Windrose players can craft an Enchanting Table once they unlock its blueprint by exploring the Cursed Swamps. The workstation requires three Mire Metal Ingots, ten Hewn Stone, ten Plant Fiber and two Essence Arborum, and must be placed under a...
Best Players for FC 26 Columbus Creator Evolution
EA Sports' FIFA 26 introduces the free Columbus Creator Evolution, allowing players to upgrade a CDM card that meets specific caps—overall 88, defending 98, playstyle 10, and not a World Tour Silver Star. The evolution unfolds over five levels, each...
Elden Ring Movie Set Photos Inspire Hope with Physical Scenery and some Loathsome Dung Eating
Filming for the Elden Ring movie is underway in London, and recent set photos reveal that A24 is building physical locations rather than relying solely on CGI. The images showcase Raya Lucaria Academy cages, Erdtree banners, and a gallows that...
Xbox Is Reportedly Taking a ‘Pick Your Own Plan’ Approach to Game Pass
Microsoft is reportedly redesigning Xbox Game Pass with a “pick your own plan” model that lets subscribers customize which features they pay for. The change follows a recent price cut that removed Call of Duty from the service, lowering the...
All Windrose Trophies and How to Get Them
Windrose, an early‑access survival title, offers a set of animal‑themed trophies that grant buffs to a player’s base Comfort Level. Each trophy requires hunting specific creatures—such as 20 Azure Dodos, 20 goats, 40 wolves, and up to 200 crocodiles—and collecting...
What Are Refinement Items in Disney Dreamlight Valley?
Disney Dreamlight Valley’s “refinement items” are a set of 36 craftable materials that players use to satisfy Star Path quests and museum projects. After the Pocahontas Whispers of the Wind update, the former Refined Materials category was removed and renamed...
All FC 26 Premier League TOTS Players and Release Countdown
EA Sports announced that Premier League Team of the Season (TOTS) cards will drop in FC 26 Ultimate Team on Friday, April 24, 2026. Leaked data reveals a roster of 22 players, featuring stars such as Erling Haaland, Bruno Fernandes and Virgil van Dijk. The...
How to Complete Fate of the Prophets in Windrose
The Destructoid guide walks players through the advanced "Fate of the Prophets" side quest in Windrose, recommending a minimum player level of 14. It details three observatory locations, puzzle solutions, and the final showdown with the boss Chick Chan. Completing...
All Foothills Discoveries in Windrose and How to Get Them
The Foothills biome in the action‑adventure game Windrose introduces a higher difficulty tier and a rich cache of discoverable resources. Players can mine Fertile Soil, Iron Ore, Hardwood, Tree Bark, Flax Fiber, Corn, and Silver Ingot, each unlocking specific crafting...
All Windrose NPCs and How to Recruit Them
Windrose’s early‑access launch features six distinct NPC companions, each offering unique gameplay benefits. Galen Skelton joins automatically after completing the tutorial quest, while John Doe must be rescued in the Needle in a Haystack quest before he can be recruited....
All Discoveries in Windrose in Cursed Swamps and How to Get Them
The latest Cursed Swamps region in the action‑RPG Windrose expands the game with a tiered set of discoveries, split into Key, Major and Other categories. Players can mine Ancient Scraps, harvest Crocodile hides, and smelt Plague Wood to unlock crafting...
Best Windrose Talents to Level Up
Destructoid’s guide breaks down the most effective Windrose Talents, highlighting five that consistently boost performance from early to late game. Marathon Runner adds a full stamina pip, extending combat endurance, while Surgical Cuts dramatically raises one‑handed weapon crit chances. Bone...
Mass Effect TV Series Writer Claims They Were ‘Caught Off Guard’ by Rewrite Rumors
Prime Video’s upcoming *Mass Effect* series is in active development, with screenwriter Daniel Casey—known for *F9* and *10 Cloverfield Lane*—leading the script. A report from The Ankler claimed the show was being rewritten to appeal to non‑gamers, sparking fan concern. Casey responded...
Desperate GTA Fans Are Using ChatGPT to Generate Fake, AI Slop GTA 6 Screenshots
With the seven‑month countdown to Grand Theft Auto 6 ticking, some fans have turned to ChatGPT to fabricate realistic‑looking screenshots of the unreleased title. The AI‑generated images have been circulating on Reddit, sparking excitement and debate among the community. Rockstar Games...
Best Players for FC 26 Express Delivery Evolution
The Express Delivery Evolution, now live in FC 26, is a free upgrade chain for full‑backs that boosts passing, pace and stamina. It requires a max 88 overall player, LB or RB position, and excludes World Tour Silver Stars. The...
How to Get Upgraded Boarding Party Gear in Windrose
Windrose players can acquire the upgraded Boarding Party Gear by first crafting the basic version with seven copper ingots, seven rough hide, and seven coarse fabric, then upgrading it using Mire Metal Ingots, crocodile hide, tanned leather, and sewing tools....
Best Players for FC 26 The Swan of Utrecht Evolution
EA Sports' FC 26 introduces the Swan of Utrecht Evolution, letting players upgrade a chosen Ultimate Team card for 60,000 coins. The evolution imposes strict criteria—overall 89, pace 91, ST position, and exclusion of World Tour Silver Stars—plus a series...
Vampire Crawlers Release Countdown: Exact Date and Time
Vampire Crawlers, a new turn‑based deck‑builder from Poncle and Nosebleed Interactive, is slated for a worldwide release on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. The launch will go live at 10 am PT (12 pm CT, 1 pm ET, 6 pm UTC, 7 pm CET) according to...
Best Collectors to Use in BidKing
BidKing’s auction‑driven gameplay hinges on choosing the right collectors, each offering a unique skill that can tip the odds in a player’s favor. The guide highlights five top collectors—Aisha, Ivan, Isabella, Raven, and Victor—whose abilities range from revealing rarity outlines...
A Games Company Released Agentic Tools to Generate Infinite AI Slop, and of Course You Have Already Guessed that It’s...
Roblox announced a new suite of "agentic" AI tools that let creators build entire experiences from a single text prompt. The system analyzes game code, asks clarifying questions, and produces a detailed, editable action plan while also generating meshes, models,...
How to Get and Use Mire Metal Ingots in Windrose
Mire Metal Ingots are a rare crafting material in the early‑access game Windrose. Players must smelt Ancient Scraps with Quagmire Powder in a Large Smelting Furnace, requiring 20 Hewn Stones, 10 Foothills Iron Ingots and 20 Clay. Ancient Scraps are...
The Ashes of Creation Debacle, Explained
Ashes of Creation, a crowdfunded medieval MMO, entered early access in 2025 after raising over $3 million, but shut down in February 2026. Intrepid Studios laid off roughly 210 employees and failed to deliver final paychecks. Co‑founder Steven Sharif faces accusations...
All Rocket League Rivals and Rockets Rewards: How to Get Havoc Car
Epic Games’ Rivals and Rockets crossover, running from April 17 to the end of the month, links Rocket League and Fortnite with shared challenges and rewards. Players complete five Rocket League tasks for 10,000 XP each and a Drippy Player...
How to Get Tumbaga Ingots in Windrose
Windrose players can obtain the rare Tumbaga Ingot only by looting chests inside Ancient Ruins, which appear at random locations on the procedurally generated map. The ingot cannot be smelted or crafted, making it a scarce resource tied to weapon...
Daredevil: Born Again Actor Who Played Gustave in Expedition 33 Says He’s Finally Played the 2025 Game of the Year
Charlie Cox, known for his role as Daredevil on Disney+, finally sat down to play the 2025 award‑winning JRPG *Clair Obscur: Expedition 33*, the game in which he voiced the character Gustave. He discussed his early impressions during a GamesRadar interview...
How to Get Faction Reputation Points in Windrose
Windrose’s early‑access campaign introduces four factions, each with a reputation meter that unlocks gear and bonuses. Players must first locate and unlock a faction’s base, then trade specific items with its Bounty Agent for reputation points. Items include four tiers...
Capcom’s Pragmata Debuts to Overwhelmingly Positive Reviews on Steam: ‘Most Fun I’ve Had in a AAA in Forever’
Capcom’s new IP Pragmata launched today and instantly earned an "overwhelmingly positive" Steam rating, with 96% of roughly 1,800 early reviews praising the title. Reviewers highlight the game’s hybrid hack‑and‑shoot mechanic and the emotional story of protagonists Hugh and Diana....
This Gorgeous Underwater City-Builder Just Got a Release Date. Here’s Why I’m Already Hooked
Life Below, a coral‑reef‑themed city‑builder from Kasedo Games and Megapop, is slated for a May 26 PC release on Steam. The game tasks players with restoring a devastated marine ecosystem, managing fish populations, and confronting real‑world threats like oil spills and...
Rockstar Games Is Reportedly Opening a Whole New Office Just for Regional GTA 6 Marketing
Rockstar Games is establishing a new permanent office in Madrid dedicated to regional marketing for Grand Theft Auto VI. The role targets Portuguese‑language audiences in Portugal and Brazil, reflecting the franchise’s strong revenue in Spanish‑speaking markets. The office launch comes as...
How to Find the People of Tortuga Faction in Windrose
The guide explains how to locate the People of Tortuga faction in the procedurally generated world of Windrose. Players must first obtain the Buccaneers quest, which becomes available at level 3. After delivering 50 bags of gunpowder to Henri Boucher, the...
All Weapons and Tier Upgrades in Mouse P.I. For Hire
Mouse P.I. For Hire offers a comprehensive arsenal that players can fully unlock by completing every mission. Each weapon—ranging from the rapid‑fire Micer to the explosive Kiss Kiss—features three tiered upgrades that boost damage, ammo capacity, and special effects such...
Phasmophobia Is Getting Its First-Ever Collab—And It’s a Perfect Fit
At the Galaxies Showcase on April 16, Kinetic Games announced that Phasmophobia will host its first-ever collaboration, teaming up with Remedy Entertainment’s Alan Wake. The limited‑time event drops on May 12 and introduces the Dark Place, a signature Alan Wake location that will overlay...
Battlefield 6 Will Introduce a Server Browser, Proximity Chat, and More Updates in 2026
EA released a 2026 roadmap for Battlefield 6, outlining new content through Seasons 3‑5, including Battle Royale solo, ranked play, naval warfare, and core features like a server browser and proximity chat. The first two seasons fell short, delivering limited maps, weapons,...
PlayStation’s Long-Lost Fairgame$ Reportedly Pivoting to Include an Extraction Mode After Years of Silence
PlayStation’s Haven Studios is reportedly revamping its long‑shelved title Fairgame$ by adding an extraction‑shooter mode, a genre that has surged in popularity since 2020. The game, first unveiled in 2023 as a competitive heist experience, remains in development three years...
Call of Duty Movie Locks in Summer 2028 Release
The live‑action *Call of Duty* film has secured a June 30, 2028 theatrical release, announced at CinemaCon. Directed by Pete Berg and co‑written by acclaimed screenwriter Taylor Sheridan, the movie aims to blend blockbuster action with the gritty, human‑focused storytelling seen in...
ARC Raiders’ Blazing Marathon Is Rapidly Slowing Down. Is It Finally Time to Start Worrying About Its Future?
ARC Raiders launched in October and quickly became a flagship live‑service extraction shooter, regularly hitting new player‑count peaks. By January 2026 it reached a record 481,966 concurrent players, but the average has since fallen to roughly 92,000, an 80% decline....
How to Fast Travel in Windrose
Windrose introduces a fast‑travel system in its early‑access build, letting players zip between discovered locations. To unlock it, players must complete the opening quest, craft a Fast Travel Bell from 10 copper ingots and three ropes, then build Fast Travel...
How to Get and Use Silver Ingots in Windrose
Windrose players can acquire Silver Ingots, a mid‑tier crafting material, either by purchasing them from the Tortuga Goods Seller for 20 Piastre (approximately $0.20) or by looting them after finishing the “Revenge is Best Served Cold” quest. The ingots are...
Windrose Might Have Cemented Its Place Among Standout Indie Survival Games with a Jolly Opening Day, Matey
Windrose, a pirate‑themed survival indie, launched early access in February 2026 and immediately logged just under 70,000 concurrent players on Steam, more than triple its demo peak of 22,000. The launch was amplified by marquee streamers such as Asmongold and...