5+ mon, 2+ week ago (296+ words) A new 15-minute Nintendo Direct was confirmed, and it will solely focus on the upcoming release of the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, Donkey Kong Bananza. Through their official X account, Nintendo announced today that a new Nintendo Direct will take place on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. The livestream is set to start at 9:00 AM ET / 6:00 AM PT on their official YouTube channel. Moreover, the company confirmed that the broadcast would last 15 minutes and focus solely on content for their next big release: Donkey Kong Bananza. Donkey Kong Bananza was announced on April 2, 2025, and is set to launch on Nintendo's new console on July 17, 2025. With just one month to go until its release, they'll inevitably want to show off a deeper look at the game to hype players. The title is a 3D platform action-adventure game set in an underground world. There, Donkey Kong must…...

10+ mon, 2+ week ago (407+ words) Elon Musk has continued to tweet about his success in Diablo 4, but the allegations that he's boosted his account continue to swirl. The billionaire is a big fan of Diablo 4 with his account being recognized as one of the best in the world. However, Musk has never been able to escape the accusation that he's cheated by boosting his account by manipulating account sharing. Something he's also been accused of doing in Path of Exile 2. Since Path of Exile 2 was released on early access in December 2024, Elon Musk's relationship with the game has been complicated, to say the least. After narrowly escaping a ban soon after it was released for allegedly cheating, Musk has gone on to build a high-level character and even livestream his sessions. However, eagle-eyed players noticed inconsistencies between Musk's build and his playstyle. The tech billionaire…...

7+ mon, 2+ week ago (711+ words) Michelle Cornelia is a Games Writer on Dexerto's Australia team, specializing in first-person shooter games, battle royale games like Fortnite, Baldur's Gate, MMORPGs, and more. She also has bylines at Attack of the Fanboy, Pocket Gamer, and GameWatcher. Find out all the basic ingredients in Schedule 1 and what effects they would bring to your product. While selling the OG Kush, in the beginning, is generally enough to get you some cash in Schedule 1, you'll come across a point in the game where you'll eventually start to meet customers who prefer specific effects in their products. In practice, it's possible just to offer them a free sample of whatever you have in your pocket. However, if you want to increase your relationship with them and unlock key connections, it's best to ensure that you follow their preferences. The game has many…...

9+ mon, 3+ week ago (242+ words) Ryan Lemay is a Games Writer on Dexerto's US team, specializing in Call of Duty, including the CDL, Warzone, Modern Warfare and Black Ops. He also covers EA SPORTS FC, NBA 2K, Madden, and EA College Football. Ryan also has bylines at Dotesports, Destructoid, and Esports Illustrated. You can contact him here: [email protected] A new Battlefield game is rumored to launch in 2025. We don't have an official release date, but EA finally gave fans a look behind the curtain. DICE, Criterion, Motive, and Ripple Effect all collaborated on the game's development under the Battlefield Studios name. Battlefield is now under the lead of Vince Zampella, known for his work as an executive producer of several CoD titles and as the CEO of Titanfall 1 and 2. Battlefield Labs will be available on PC via the EA App, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The…...

8+ mon, 2+ week ago (311+ words) Several content creators had the chance to play Six Siege X. Players can join them in the closed beta, but you need some luck on your side. Rainbow Six Siege X overhauls the core gameplay and introduces a new game mode, maps, and features. Dual Front is a new 6v6 game mode that requires teams to defend their own territory while also trying to overtake enemy sectors. In addition, dynamic objectives force players to adapt, and completing them can change the tide of a match. But it's not just Dual Front in Six Siege X. The enhanced experience also introduces five new maps, a new advanced rappel feature, enhanced audio, improved visuals, a new UI, and more. Best of all, Dual Front, Operator Onboarding, Quick Match, Events, and Unranked will be free when Six Siege X launches on June 10. But before looking too…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago (297+ words) An aerospace startup called Inversion has announced Arc, a spacecraft designed to deliver cargo anywhere on Earth in under an hour. The company describes it as the first space-based delivery vehicle, with potential applications ranging from defense to commercial logistics. Arc is built to rapidly transport mission-critical cargo to areas with limited infrastructure or difficult terrain. The spacecraft features a versatile payload bay and can be deployed in constellations tailored to customer needs. Once called down, it autonomously reenters Earth's atmosphere, deploys parachutes, and touches down at its destination. According to Inversion, the Arc program is targeting its first flight in 2026. The company has already built a full-scale structural unit, run simulations, performed precision drop tests, and partnered with NASA on thermal protection systems designed for extreme reentry conditions. To ensure accuracy, Arc uses an actively-controlled parachute system capable of…...

7+ mon, 2+ week ago (407+ words) Carver Fisher is Dexerto's Deputy US Editor. His expert coverage areas include Gaming and competitive Esports, where he's covered League of Legends extensively. He also has bylines at Elo Entertainment and Inven Global. Bungie has been solely focused on Destiny for over a decade, with the iconic developer moving on from Halo only to make yet another huge gaming franchise in a completely different genre. However, their next big bet sees the company reviving the progenitor to Halo, a humble shooter franchise called Marathon. It's come a long way from what it was back in 1994, with the series being the same in name alone. Here's what you need to know if you want to get into the Closed Alpha for Bungie's Marathon: From there, you'll have to follow a few steps: There are a few things to note here, however....

11+ mon, 1+ week ago (298+ words) Valve has announced Steam Replay 2024, this year's way to check out what PC games you played over the last 12 months and other stats. The year is ending, and nearly every commonly used platform has offered a way to summarize what you've done on the site over the previous 12 months. Spotify Wrapped is by far one of the biggest, but YouTube Recap, Twitch Recap, and Xbox's Year in Review are quite popular too. Popular PC gaming platform Steam has joined the fold for 2024 with the launch of its Steam Replay website. Here's how to access it and what kind of information you'll find. Here are the steps you'll need to follow to get your 2024 Steam Replay: If you have set up a family account, all adults will be able to access the Steam Replay for other members of the family " including…...

10+ mon, 1+ day ago (214+ words) It's finally time to let go of the card duplicates you don't want anymore and snag the ones you're still missing from Pokemon TCG Pocket expansions. Trading in Pokemon TCG Pocket is a great way to complete your collection by exchanging cards with friends. However, these mechanic has specific rules and requirements players must follow. Here's exactly how to Trade in Pokemon TCG Pocket, including everything about the two items involved. Here are the steps to trade cards in the game: Once they select the card they'll send you, you'll have to go back in to accept. Remember, you can only trade with people on your friends' list as there is no global trading system. When trading, you must select a card that matches the rarity of your friend's card, otherwise you won't be able to do it. Some key…...

7+ mon, 1+ hour ago (553+ words) Cande Maldonado is a Games Writer on Dexerto's US team. She is a gaming expert, covering Baldur's Gate, Diablo, Fortnite, FPS games, and JRPGs. She also has bylines at The Gamer, Gamepur, and Dot Esports. You can contact her at: [email protected] Another extraction shooter, another beta test. But ARC Raiders might actually be worth your hard drive space. ARC Raiders" playtest is here to test your trigger finger, your patience, and the stability of Embark Studios" servers. It"s a PvPvE shooter where squads of three battle both enemy players and rogue AI in a dystopian alien-infested wasteland. It might be intense and buggy. But hey, that"s why it"s a beta. Expect thrilling moments, brutal takedowns, and at least one glitchy jump animation. Just don"t expect to get in without doing a little work. Or a little…...