ESL introduces random drug testing for their eSports tournaments

Weed, steroids, Adderall and more banned Last month news broke thateSports professionals were taking Adderall to improve their performance. Adderall is often prescribed to those with conditions such as ADHD or narcolepsy, and helps increase the attention of those taking it. It’s no wonder people playing video games for large amounts of money and for long periods of time would want their attention boosted. Because of that scandal, the ESL have now announced exactly how they’ll be policing drugs at their tournaments....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 227 words · Derek Rios

Experience Points .29: Skies of Arcadia

Cutlass Fury! Experience Points is a series in which I highlight some of the most memorable things about a particular game. These can include anything from a specific scene or moment, a character, a weapon or item, a level or location, a part of the soundtrack, a gameplay mechanic, a line of dialogue, or anything else about the game that is particularly noteworthy and/or awesome. This series will no doubt contain spoilers for the games being discussed, so keep that in mind if you plan on playing the game for the first time....

July 18, 2025 · 9 min · 1746 words · Nicholas Brown

Fire Emblem was originally going to crossover with Pokemon before Conquest ruined it

We heard so little aboutTokyo Mirage Sessons #FEover the course of its development that some of us feared it was canceled, but it had undergone a number of changes before it actually came out the way it did (which was good, by the way!). According to producer Hitoshi Yamagami, the project was originally going to be aFire Emblem x Pokemonjoint, but that was scrapped after learning thatPokemon Conquest(theThree KingdomsSRPG crossover) had actually already been proposed....

July 18, 2025 · 1 min · 143 words · Anna Bowman

Fortnite LEGO Sets FINALLY have a release date

Fortnite News It’s been a long wait, but LEGO Fortnite sets are coming soon! It’s been some time since the LEGO x Fortnite collaboration broughta separate Minecraft-style game modeinto the mix. Naturally, fans wanted Fortnite LEGO sets to bring the crossover full circle, and that information has finally arrived. Various leakers have uncovered details and pricing regarding these Fortnite-themed LEGO sets. Here’s everything we know so far! Fortnite LEGO sets: Release date, pricing, and first look According to verified sources, the long-awaited Fortnite LEGO sets will go on sale beginning October 1....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 298 words · Yolanda Dalton

Godfall: Ultimate Edition is coming to Xbox and Steam in April

More gods will fall on more platforms, hopefully One of the first PlayStation 5 console exclusives is making its way to new platforms.Godfall: Ultimate Editionarrives on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, andSteamon April 7, the same day as its PlayStation and Epic Games Store launch. Ultimate Editionis the new version ofGodfallwhich contains both the looter-slasher core gameGodfalland various updates. These includePrimal,Lightbringer, andExaltedupdates, theFire & Darknessexpansion, and previously exclusive pre-order and special edition bonuses....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 237 words · Larry Collier

Hanzo’s Scatter Arrow returns in Overwatch 2 thanks to new Community Crafted mode

Overwatch 2 News The new Community Crafted mode in Overwatch 2 looks like it’s going to be a lot of fun. Overwatch 2 Season 11 is set to bring a litany of new changes and updates to the Blizzard Entertainment hero shooter, including a brand-new Community Crafted mode. This new Arcade mode will feature hero balance changes designed by some of the game’s most beloved creators, including Scott “Custa” Kennedy and others....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 358 words · Stephen Thomas

Happy families play Let’s Tap, trailer proves it

Let’s Tap. It’s a game where you beat on a cardboard box to make things happen on a television screen. If you’re a Wii owner and you’re not down with that, there’s obviously something wrong with you. Sega recently dropped a new trailer (a “Party” trailer, no less) for the game showing a particularly happy family engaging in a rousing gaming session. If they’re having fun, then obviously you will....

July 18, 2025 · 1 min · 177 words · Stephen Gentry

How to play College Football 26 early without buying? (EA Play Trial explained)

The advanced access is ideal for hardcore players, especially those who want to invest plenty of hours in the CUT mode. The Ultimate Team mode has benefits for starting early, as you’ll get a head start over those who are starting late. Usually, starting early will require you to get the Deluxe Edition, but there’s a better method of enjoying the early game without having to pay extra (in fact, you won’t even need to purchase the game)....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 300 words · Theresa Cortez

How to unlock the High Noon Yone skin in League of Legends

News Yone will soon join Yasuo in the High Noon universe. Some new League of Legends skins will soon be up for grabs. Among these are the legendary High Noon Yone skin and the mythic Peacemaker High Noon Yone variant. Riot Games even teased High Noon Yone’s voice lines prior to the skin’s release date! Read on for our quick guide on how to unlock the High Noon Yone skin in League of Legends, all of the champion’s new voice lines, plus the list of every High Noon skin so far....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 374 words · Emily Larsen

Hyper Light Drifter is headed for Nintendo Switch

This system is becoming such a beast Nintendo hosted anindie game showcase eventtoday but even that wasn’t enough to cover all of the day’s Switch port news. As withNidhogg 2, we’ve since learned thatHyper Light Drifteris also coming to the platform. Heart Machine and Abylight Studios are aiming for a summer 2018 release. Dash dashpic.twitter.com/gVxfg4kGMY — Skeletons Inside (@HeartMachineZ)August 11, 2025 The Switch version will be made possible thanks in part to a newexport-to-Switch featurefor developers using GameMaker Studio 2....

July 18, 2025 · 1 min · 129 words · Dawn Chandler

Infinity Nikki Pre-Order Bundle – is it worth it?

Infinity Nikkihas an exclusive pre-order deal for the PlayStation 5 (PS5) before its official launch. From now until its launch, you can purchase a pre-order bundle that rewards you with Resonite Crystals, Threads of Purity, and other materials to help you with story progression. Table of contents Infinity Nikki PS5 Pre-Order Bundle price Infinity Nikki’spre-order bundle is exclusive to PlayStation 5 players, priced at$9.99.You aren’t required to purchase the bundle to playInfinity Nikkiwhen it launches, as it’s releasing as a free-to-play game, but you’ll get some extra perks for buying it....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 476 words · Tonya Massey

Krautscape redefines tactical racing, jumps off cliff

Soar into the Holmescape Everyone’s favorite cuddle bunny, Jonathan Holmes, got a chance to check outKrautscapeat the Midnight City booth at PAX East this past weekend. King Friday gives the low-down as to how this game is “tactical racing redefined,” and Holmes ponders what the Holmescape would be. After having some hands-on time withKrautscapeat GDC, I can’t wait for more. It feels so good to come flying in and land right in front of your opponent, beating them to earning a point by fractions of a second....

July 18, 2025 · 1 min · 87 words · Anthony Potts

LCS makes tweaks to watch parties for the 2023 season

League of Legends News Fans will get to watch every LCS match via their favorite Twitch and YouTube creators. The LCS watch parties have been around since 2021. Fans have watched their favorite League of Legends content creators live-view the LCS games while adding their own take to the production. Now, Riot Games is acting on the feedback that has come in droves from the LCS community. The LCS formed the LCS Watch PartyProgramwhich at the time featured some of the biggest League of Legends streamers such as Yiliang ‘Doublelift’ Peng, Zachary ‘Sneaky’ Scuderi and William ‘Meteos’ Hartman....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Gregory Wade