Summary Quick Links One Piecehas alreadyentered its Final Sagaand fans are waiting in anticipation for Elbaf to progress further. This is the Saga that Oda has always been most excited to draw, and while it is most definitely going to give fans the biggest of moments in the entire series, it will, at the same time, also push the series incredibly close to its end. As the Final Saga wraps up,One Piecewill finish serialization, and the story will eventually come to an end....

Summary Loki isOne Piece’smost recently introduced character and is one who has taken the entire fandom by storm due to his mysterious backstory and impeccable design. His official introduction into the series after many teases over the years was met with unanimous praise, with many fans already setting up very high expectations of him in terms of his character motivations. The biggest question, however, has to do with his Devil Fruit....

Summary Persona 6hasn’t been outright confirmed, but there is little reason to suspect it isn’t in development and nearing release. After all, Atlus likely knows it would be leaving money on the table after themassive success ofPersona 5. As such, assuming it is currently in development,Persona 6could stand to take some notes from Atlus' most recent title,Metaphor: ReFantazio, and the quality-of-life improvements its Follower system made toPersona’s Social Links and Confidants....

Summary A recently published patent fromSonyhas revealed a possible new rewind feature that could be implemented with a PlayStation controller. Multiple patents fromSonyin recent months have focused on unique offerings for potential video game controller innovations, giving audiences an exciting peak behind the curtain of the Japanese company’s research and development efforts. One of the biggest names in technology and gaming, Sony has focused on improving accessibility for users while exploring new innovations through numerous hardware and software patents....

Pokemon TCG Pocket’s July Mass Outbreak event is the first to focus solely on a single Pokemon and its evolutions. Typically, Mass Outbreak events boost the chances of encountering a specific Pokemon type, such as Fire, Lightning, or Water, in Wonder Picks. But this time,Pokemon TCG Pocketbreaks from that pattern. The closest the game has come to the current event was June’s Mass Outbreak, where players could pull Ultra Beast cards fromPokemon TCG PocketWonder Picks....

Summary Russianchessplayer Amina Abakarova has been suspended from competition following allegations that she attempted to poison an opponent during a regional competition in the Russian Republic of Dagestan. Abakarova was reportedly filmed tampering with game pieces and tainting a chessboard with mercury, a toxic substance. Competition in sports often leads to strong rivalries, where intense exchanges between players are common. While most interactions remain within the bounds of fair play, there are instances where rivalries escalate, leading to situations where players might engage in actions that unintentionally or intentionally cause harm to their opponents....

It’s been a big year for thePlayStation 5, and Sony’s hit console is set to get a huge deal with an upcoming bundle for the holiday season. For those looking to finally get one’s hands on aPlayStation 5, the console’s holiday bundle will likely offer a cheaper price tag than the new PS5 Pro counterpart while also featuring some majorFortnite-based rewards. From V-Bucks to in-game cosmetics, Sony’s special bundle could present the perfect opportunity for many to get a PS5 that offers even more than a console....

Summary In the first episode ofLower Decksseason 5,Star Trekfans heard a familiar name they probably haven’t thought about for a long time: Naomi Wildman. Fans ofStar Trek: Voyagerare familiar with Naomi, but those who haven’t watchedVoyager,or haven’t rewatched it in years, might need a refresher to understand thisLower Decksdeep cut. When Voyager wasunexpectedly transported to the Delta Quadrant, one of its crew members, a human named Samantha Wildman, did not yet know that she’d conceived during her last rendezvous with her husband on Deep Space Nine, prior to leaving on Voyager’s assigned mission....

Steamusers have until August 4 to snagBarro GTfor free. Even thoughSteamdoesn’t have specific weekly game giveaways like the Epic Games Store or “free” games through subscriptions like PS Plus and Xbox Game Pass, users of the platform still get plenty of freebies. Free games are given away through Steam on a regular basis, ensuring PC gamers can build a huge library of titles without paying a dime. This past month has seen its fair share of Steam free game giveaways....

Quick Links Diablo 4’s Season 5 has seen a number of new items, game modes, and a seasonal questline added to the game. As players jump into theSeason of Infernal Hordes, many are searching for a fun,fast levelingbuild to help them reach end game quickly. While there are many viable leveling builds for each class, one of the best for Necromancer is the Minion build. The Necromancer’s Minion build had several buffs in Season 4, as well as the game adding an interesting new Legendary Aspect to improve the build’s survivability....

The Grand Mafiais anexciting strategy gamewith an interesting concept and setting that will draw you for hours or even days. Here, you play the role of a mafia boss and must revenge for your old man, increasing your authority in the region and capturing new territories. By redeemingThe Grand Mafiacodes, you will receive generous rewards from the developers that will help you progress in the game and become the most dangerous mafia much faster....

Helldivers 2’s latest balancing changes have given players endless options to choose from, with an overwhelming amount of weapons and Stratagems finally viable in high-difficulty missions. Most recently, the 1.001.104 update introduced notable buffs forHelldivers 2’s Sentry Stratagems. Consequently, for players who haven’t tried these Stratagems in a while, or for players who want to mix up their loadouts with new weaponry, right now is a great time to give some of the Sentry Stratagems a chance....

Summary Resin blocks are the newest addition toMinecraft’sPale Garden biome, thanks to a recent Bedrock Preview. They have added a whole new palette for builders to use. With a bright orange color scheme, players of all kinds have their eyes on this vibrant set of blocks and items. Since resin is still a brand-new item, the potential for more uses and further iterations is highly possible. Even still, this item varies from the usual processes of other itemsused for buildingmaterials and cosmetic details in several ways....