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Grow a Garden continues to expand its roster of pets, and the Phoenix is among the most exciting additions yet. With a powerful mutation bonus, a unique passive ability, and both standard and Rainbow versions to collect, the Phoenix offers a meaningful edge to players focused on fruit mutations and pet development. This guide explains exactly what the Phoenix does, how to obtain it, and why it is worth adding to your collection. What the Phoenix Does The Phoenix is not just another companion; it comes with several useful perks that improve both your garden and your pets. Age Bonus:…

Sega and Dotemu have released a new Steam bundle that unites two of 2025’s major ninja-themed platformers. Titled the Path of the Ninja bundle, the collection includes Shinobi: Art of Vengeance and Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound at a reduced price. The bundle went live on August 22, 2025. The release brings together two well-established franchises known for their demanding gameplay and long histories in the action-platformer genre. Shinobi: Art of Vengeance marks the return of Sega’s classic series, presenting a new 2D side-scrolling adventure with a hand-drawn art style. Players step into the role of Joe Musashi, who sets out on…

Since its explosive launch last year, Marvel Rivals has maintained an impressive pace, constantly introducing new content and events for its hero-shooter community. While the developer, NetEase, isn’t always generous with the release of free codes, when they do arrive, they offer a fantastic opportunity to snag some exclusive rewards at no cost, including coveted character skins. Keeping track of the latest codes can be a challenge, which is why we’ve compiled a complete and up-to-date guide to all active and expired Marvel Rivals codes. We’ll be sure to update this list regularly as new codes are released, so consider…

While the Nintendo Switch 2 launched to great fanfare and strong sales, a new report from Bloomberg suggests the console could have arrived even sooner. According to sources, Nintendo repeatedly postponed the launch date at the request of its game designers, who sought more time to “perfect the games” that would accompany the new hardware. This decision, which reportedly tested the patience of third-party publishers, was a matter of prioritizing the company’s long-standing philosophy of quality over speed. Former Nintendo of America president, Reggie Fils-Aimé, commented on this approach, stating, “Focusing relentlessly on gameplay, making sure you don’t ship a…

NetEase Games has announced that its free-to-play third-person shooter, Marvel Rivals, will be released on PlayStation 4 on September 12. The expansion to the last-generation console will launch alongside the game’s fourth major content update, which is titled “The Heart of the Dragon.” The upcoming Season 4 update promises a rich narrative centered on the Timestream Entanglement event. This phenomenon has led to the unification of the Seven Capitals into a single, celestial entity known as the Heart of Heaven. The storyline will follow the imprisonment of the Asgardian goddess Hela, who, after her defeat by the symbiote deity Knull,…

Ubisoft Entertainment is preparing for the return of its classic platforming hero, with a tentative release window for the Rayman remake set for late 2026. The project, currently known by its codename “Steambot,” has reportedly shown such promising progress that the company is already making preliminary plans for a potential fourth mainline entry in the long-running franchise. Development on the remake began in October 2024, as the company sought to revive the dormant intellectual property, which has not had a major release in nearly a decade. Sources close to the project have described its momentum as “incredibly well,” which has…

Independent developer Team Cherry has provided its final instructions to backers ahead of the highly anticipated launch of Hollow Knight: Silksong, confirming a free upgrade for Nintendo Switch 2 users. The developer is preparing to distribute digital keys for the game, which is scheduled to release on September 4, 2025. As part of the final preparations, the studio has set a 24-hour deadline for backers to complete a survey to finalize their platform of choice. For those who selected a Nintendo platform, the distribution process will be a two-step affair. Backers will first receive a standard Nintendo Switch key via…

Unofficial gameplay footage of Star Wars Outlaws running on the Nintendo Switch 2 has appeared online, giving fans their first substantial look at the game’s performance on the new console. The 40-minute video, published by a YouTube channel named mataleao, shows the game being played in docked mode, featuring sequences of open-world exploration and a few technical showcases, all ahead of its official release on September 4. The newly leaked footage appears to offer a somewhat more stable look at the game’s performance in its docked configuration. It highlight Ubisoft’s technical ambition to bring a large-scale, open-world Star Wars experience…

Speculation is mounting that Nintendo is preparing to host a significant Nintendo Direct broadcast in the coming weeks. Citing multiple sources with a history of accurate reporting, the presentation is rumored to be scheduled for the second week of September, marking the company’s first major showcase since the launch of the new Nintendo Switch 2 console. Industry analyst NateTheHate, a prominent voice on social media, pointed to a date “on or around Sept 11 or 12th, 2025,” as the likely broadcast window. He also clarified that, to his knowledge, this will be the only Direct event held by the company…

Valve Corporation has initiated mandatory age verification for its UK user base, requiring a valid credit card on file to access mature-rated content on its Steam platform. The new policy, which went into effect on Friday, is a direct response to the UK’s Online Safety Act, a new law designed to make online platforms more accountable for user safety, particularly concerning minors. The law’s first key enforcement date for child safety duties came into effect on July 25, 2025. Under the new regulations, platforms must take steps to prevent children from accessing inappropriate material. To meet this requirement, Valve has…