Christmas Pokémon Deals, Bungie’s Marathon Updates and Releases in March 2026
Top Christmas Pokemon Deals: Best Offers for Trainers in December
Explore the best Pokemon-related gift ideas and deals for all types of trainers this holiday season, including the latest free VPNs for PC to enhance your gaming experience.
- The Best Pokémon Deals For Every Kind of Trainer This Christmas — IGN
- The Best Free VPNs for Your PC — IGN
- The Final Update for Assassin’s Creed Shadows in 2025 Arrives Tomorrow, With New Finishers, Another Animus Quest, and More — IGN
- The Best Pokemon Gift Ideas for 2025 — IGN
- The Best Superhero Movie of 2025 — IGN
Arc Raiders Frostbite: New Cold Snap Update Brings Long Dark Environments
Arc Raiders is set to introduce a frosty twist with today’s Cold Snap update, transforming outdoor maps into icy battlegrounds and adding new environmental effects like flickering flames. Players will need survival mechanics for the harsh winter conditions.
- Arc Raiders takes a turn for the Long Dark with today’s Cold Snap update – beware the frostbite — Rock Paper Shotgun
- Arc Raiders is getting festive tomorrow, as new environmental effects liven up outdoor maps — Eurogamer
- Arc Raiders Cold Snap Survival Mechanics Fully Detailed — Here’s Everything You Need to Know — IGN
Bungie Unveils March 2026 Launch Window and $40 Price Point for Marathon
Bungie has announced that the highly anticipated sci-fi shooter Marathon will launch in March 2026 at a price point of $40. The game, which has faced delays and controversy since its original reveal, was shown off during an event where Bungie highlighted new gameplay elements and addressed past issues. Despite setbacks, the studio aims to capitalize on the release window set by major competitors like Halo Infinite.
- Marathon Sets March 2026 Launch Window and $40 Price Point as Bungie Unveils New Gameplay — IGN
- Marathon lives, as Bungie set a March release date and try to convince you the extraction shooter is good now — Rock Paper Shotgun
- Six months after being delayed indefinitely, Bungie’s troubled Marathon finally gets release window and price — Eurogamer
Stalker 2 Receives Major Free Update Adding Hours of New Quests
The upcoming free update for Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl introduces a substantial new questline and multiple locations, expanding the game’s content significantly.
- Stalker 2 is adding “hours” of new quests in a major free update coming very, very soon — Eurogamer
- Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl Gets Free Update This Week Adding New Quests, Locations and Hub — IGN
- Stalker 2’s Stories Untold update delivers a new questline and a place to chill in the Burnt Forest this week — Rock Paper Shotgun
Hollow Knight: Silksong Reaches Over 7 Million Copies Sold, Sea of Sorrow Expansion Announced for Free Next Year
Hollow Knight: Silksong has surpassed the 7 million copies sold mark in just three months, even without including subscriptions from Game Pass. The game’s first major expansion, Sea of Sorrow, will be released for free next year, continuing the series’ commitment to content updates and player engagement.
- Hollow Knight: Silksong has sold over 7m copies in three months, and no that doesn’t include Game Pass numbers — Eurogamer
- Hollow Knight: Silksong’s first big expansion, Sea of Sorrow, flows into our lives for free next year — Rock Paper Shotgun
Get the Fifth of 10 Free Nintendo Switch Games via No Gravity Games’ Switchmas Giveaway (Americas Only)
GG.deals announces a new freebie giveaway where users can obtain one of ten available Nintendo Switch titles from No Gravity Games as part of their Switchmas event, limited to residents in the Americas. The promotion is updated and retains high relevance.
- Get the fifth of 10 FREE Nintendo Switch games with No Gravity Games’ Switchmas Giveaway! (Americas only) — GG.deals
- Get the fifth of 10 FREE Nintendo Switch games with No Gravity Games’ Switchmas Giveaway! (Americas only) (updated) — GG.deals
Destiny 2: Renegades Review
IGN’s review of Destiny 2: Renegades praises its immersive sci-fi setting and engaging multiplayer content, but notes some technical issues and repetitive gameplay elements. The article highlights the game’s strong narrative depth and robust PvP modes as key strengths.
Amazon Transfers Development MOBA to Ubisoft
Amazon has announced the sale of a free-to-play multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game that was in development, along with its studio creators, to Ubisoft. The move comes as part of Amazon’s strategy to expand its gaming portfolio and leverage existing intellectual property.
- Amazon sells a free-to-play MOBA it had in development, and the studio making it, to Ubisoft — PC Gamer
Bungie Reveal Marathon: $40 Price Tag, Proximity Chat, Solo Queue, and March Release Confirmed
Bungie has announced Marathon’s second reveal event with details confirming a $40 price tag, proximity chat functionality, solo queue support, and an expected March 2024 release date.
Fallout: New Vegas’ Mr. House Inspired by Howard Hughes, But Now Echoes Silicon Valley Messiahs
The game’s lead writer discusses how the character of Mr. House in Fallout: New Vegas was originally inspired by Howard Hughes, but has evolved to reflect the rise of modern tech messianic figures influenced by Silicon Valley.
Fallout Season 2 Premieres on Prime Video Ahead of Schedule Amidst Surprise Announcement
Amazon surprised fans by moving the premiere date forward for Fallout Season 2, sparking excitement and discussion across gaming communities.
- Fallout’s Todd Howard has no interest in becoming Bethesda’s version of Marvel cameo king Stan Lee — Eurogamer
- Fallout Season 2 Prime Video Premiere Release Date Brought Forward in Surprise Move by Amazon — IGN
Divinity: Original Sin 2 Receives Cross-Platform Upgrade for Next-Gen Consoles
Larian Studios has announced that Divinity: Original Sin 2 will receive a free upgrade across current-gen platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2. The update makes the critically acclaimed RPG available on these newer consoles shortly after Larian’s Game Awards announcement last month.
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