There’s nothing like a good sale to remind me that my wallet fears September more than tax season. Every platform is putting up tempting discounts and some of the titles are impossible to ignore. If you’re anything like me, you’ll probably start adding these to cart faster than you can rationalise the backlog. And I fear that you and I are destined to do this discount dance for the whole entire week...
In retro news, I’m writing in a big 20th card for PlayStation Portable, the handheld powerhouse that I personally played the absolute analogue nub off at launch. To do so meant dropping 429 dollarydoos (A$699 today) on a Value Pack, and then I was on-the-go gaming like never before with its 4.3-inch LCD screen. Yes, the PSP's UMD load times were not ideal, and Memory Stick Duos were pricey for such low-capacity MBs, but I felt more smitten than bitten with Ridge Racer, WipEout Pure, and the sheer addiction of Lumines. Top machine.
On Switch, Unicorn Overlord is my standout. It’s Vanillaware at their most gorgeous, with a hand-painted look that somehow makes strategy feel romantic. Also worth noting, Street Fighter 6’s Nintendo port is surprisingly slick considering Capcom once swore this series would never go handheld.
Street Fighter 6 NS2 (-31%)A$64 All the uppercuts you can handle plus years of DLC fighters. A knockout deal, literally.
Red Dead Redemption (-57%)A$29.90 Cowboy hats, train heists, and more horse poop physics than anyone asked for.
The Last Campfire (-90%)A$2.20 Cozy indie puzzler that'll warm your heart while confusing your brain. Cheaper than a servo sausage roll.
Scribblenauts Mega Pack (-90%)A$4.40 Solve problems by writing literally anything. Try summoning a hippo with a jetpack, it works.
Over on Xbox Series X, Kingdom Come II Gold Ed. has me itching to return to Bohemia. The first game was so committed to historical accuracy that even sword swings carried stamina cost. Meanwhile, Mafia: The Old Country is a love letter to the series’ mobster roots, offering Easter eggs to classic missions fans still talk about today.
On PS5, Epic Mickey: Rebrushed deserves all the attention. Warren Spector’s original concept had Mickey wielding a chainsaw before Disney gently steered him toward a paintbrush. Then there’s Astro Bot, a joyous platformer that doubles as a showcase of PlayStation history, filled with cheeky nods to obscure hardware.
Ghost of Yotei (-21%)A$99 Set in the lands surrounding Mount Yōtei, Ghost of Yōtei takes place more than 300 years after the events of Ghost of Tsushima.
Visions of Mana (-41%)A$58.60 JRPG melodrama, shiny hair, and more magical forests than Bunnings' garden aisle.
Epic Mickey: Rebrushed (-63%)A$37.10 Mickey with a paintbrush causes chaos. It's basically Disney graffiti with platforming.
Astro Bot (-24%)A$84 The PlayStation mascot you didn't know you loved is back, cuter than ever.
Lost Soul Aside (-19%)A$89 Action so stylish you'll need sunglasses indoors. Somewhere between Final Fantasy and Devil May Cry.
PC players can’t look past Red Dead Redemption 2 Ult.. Modders have already turned Arthur Morgan into everything from a wizard to a cyberpunk cowboy, and the community keeps growing. I’d also recommend Persona 3 Reload, a faithful retelling that finally modernises one of Atlus’s most beloved RPGs without losing its melancholy soul.
Metaphor: ReFantazio (-45%)A$63.20 Atlus goes medieval, but don't worry, it's still weird in all the right ways.
Red Dead Redemption 2 Ult. (-80%)A$29.90 One of the greatest games ever made. Also one of the slowest. Bring patience (and a horse brush).
Adam Mathew is a passionate connoisseur, a lifelong game critic, and an Aussie deals wrangler who genuinely wants to hook you up with stuff that's worth playing (but also cheap). He plays practically everything, sometimes on YouTube.
Disneyland Paris' World of Frozen will officially open in Spring 2026 alongside the official transformation of Walt Disney Studios Park into Disney Adventure World.
Announced at Destination D23, this announcement coincided with the milestone of the construction of Elsa's Ice Palace. The palace will be just one piece of World of Frozen, which will also include the Kingdom of Arendelle for guests to explore, meet characters, dine, and even ride Frozen Ever After.
While World of Frozen will kick off the start of Disney Adventure World, it will only be the beginning of exciting additions to the park.
One of the most anticipated projects in development now is the first-ever land and attraction themed to The Lion King. This ride will take guests through the biggest moments of the 1994 classic and send them down a 52-foot drop reminiscent of Tiana's Bayou Adventure but two inches taller. The land itself will also feature a 120-foot-high Pride Rock and tons of shopping, character meet-and-greets, and more.
Fans will also be able to look forward to the Raiponce Tangled Spin ride that will see Mandy Moore returning to voice Rapunzel and the first-ever attraction themed after Up that will be a "spinning carousel" that will offer a "bird's eye view of the park's stunning scenery."
World of Frozen at Disneyland Paris was almost set to open in the same year as Frozen 3, but the film was delayed to November 24, 2027. Oh, and we have to mention that, if you can't wait for World of Frozen, you can visit it at Hong Kong Disneyland right now!
PC gaming is more popular than ever. You have traditional desktop PCs, handheld PCs like ROG Ally or Steam Deck, and the best of both worlds, gaming laptops. Out of all gaming laptop brands, Alienware is one of the most recognizable. If you're someone who has thought about purchasing a gaming laptop before but never ended up doing so, the latest IGN Rewards giveaway could be your chance to take one home. IGN has teamed up with Delta Force and Alienware to offer one lucky reader a Delta Force x Alienware 16 Aurora Gaming Laptop.
Win a Custom Delta Force x Alienware 16 Aurora Gaming Laptop
Valued at $1549.99, this custom Alienware 16 Aurora Gaming Laptop has everything you need to play the latest PC games wherever you are. One of the biggest free-to-play games out there is Delta Force, which just recently released on console. Developed by Team Jade, Delta Force is a tactical shooter that offers two huge multiplayer modes and a single-player campaign. Alongside these modes, the game features extensive customization for weapons, in addition to a wide variety of operators that you can choose to play as.
With the recent console launch of the game, Delta Force is available to more players than ever before. You can check out the game on PC via its website, Steam, and Epic Games Store, in addition to iOS, Android, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
This giveaway is set to end on September 23 at 12 PM PT. Be sure to enter for your chance to win at IGN Rewards today before this giveaway closes!
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We've rounded up the best deals for Saturday, August 30, below, so don't miss out on these limited-time offers.
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 for $34.99
As part of Amazon's extensive Labor Day deals, you can score Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 for its lowest price ever. In our 8/10 review of the game, we wrote, "Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 proves yet again the series’ over-the-top skateboarding formula is totally timeless, even if some of the changes to THPS4 miss the mark and the soundtrack has been fumbled."
Save on the Magic: The Gathering - Final Fantasy Commander Deck Bundle
This Magic: The Gathering - Final Fantasy Commander Deck Bundle packs in all 4 decks available, and you can save over $100 this weekend at Amazon. The Final Fantasy collaboration was the biggest in history for MTG, with sets sold out everywhere around launch. If you've held out on starting your MTG journey, this is the perfect set to jump in with.
LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle for $136.99
LEGO sets have continued to get more expensive over the years, especially those with more pieces. This 2,660 piece set was the very first set to model Hogwarts Castle and its grounds, making this the perfect gift for any Harry Potter fan.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater for $52.38
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is set to finally release this week after years of anticipation. The remake of Metal Gear Solid 3 is $52.38 at Fanatical right now, so PC players can save almost $18 off ahead of launch. In our 8/10 review, we wrote, "Between its old-school stealth-action gameplay and engaging spy-thriller story, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater largely succeeds as a faithful, visually impressive remake of the 2004 classic."
Pre-Order Cyberpunk: Edgerunners on Blu-ray
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is finally coming to Blu-ray, and now is your chance to take home this beloved anime. This Complete Blu-ray Box Set includes all ten episodes of the anime across three discs, a special booklet, a storyboard booklet, three animation cel sheets, and a two year anniversary poster. Currently, this set is set to ship out starting on October 23.
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door for $39.99
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door was one of the most requested games for Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo finally brought the game over in the form of a remaster. In our 9/10 review, we wrote, "Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is an amazingly loyal and visually dazzling remake of a treasured RPG, and the improvements made throughout easily make this the definitive way to experience Mario’s unforgettable quest."
New Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Edition Up for Pre-Order
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been one of the most popular games of the year, with physical copies continuing to sell out from time to time at retailers like Amazon. This week, Amazon revealed a new exclusive Mirror Edition, which packs in three different art cards, a Steelbook, and a copy of the game. If you've yet to experience Sandfall Interactive's hugely popular game, this is the perfect time to pick up a copy.
Split Fiction for $39.99
Split Fiction released earlier this year, and it's still one of the best games of 2025. This co-op adventure follows two prospective writers, Mio and Zoe, on a journey through their own stories brought to life. You can pick up a PS5 copy for only $39.99 at Amazon this weekend, which is a great price for an excellent and memorable experience.
Save 50% Off Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE Plus Limited Edition
Amazon has the Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE Plus Limited Edition available for just $49.99. This is for PC, including a Steam copy of the game. Additionally, you'll get a Steelbook, a printed novel, a CD soundtrack selection, and a 6.5" Shinigami plush.
LEGO Horizon Adventures for $21.99
Woot has LEGO Horizon Adventures for PS5 on sale for $21.99 this weekend. As one of the more recent LEGO games, this is a really solid deal for those who haven't yet had a chance to pick up this one up. In our 7/10 review, we wrote, "Lego Horizon Adventures reimagines Horizon Zero Dawn with a playful Lego twist, simplifying the story while keeping the heart of its key moments and characters."
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma for $59.99
You can save $10 off Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, which launched alongside Nintendo Switch 2 in June. The Nintendo Switch 2 physical copy includes the full game on the cartridge, and you can even play the Nintendo Switch version as well. Don't miss your chance to jump into this new adventure at a discount!
Hexed is Walt Disney Animation Studios' fall 2026 film and is focused on an "awkward teenage boy and his Type - A mom, who discover that what makes him unusual, might just be magical powers that will turn their lives and a secret world of magic, upside down."
The news was revealed during Destination D23's Walt Disney Studios Showcase, and we were treated to the movie's logo and a gorgeous piece of concept art. It looks to feature a magical village of sorts and we actually get to see a lot of characters and even a cat that's giving a little bit of a Cheshire Cat vibe!
This new magical film will open in November 2026 and will be directed by Josie Trinidad (co-head of story on Zootopia, director on Zootopia+, head of story on Ralph Breaks the Internet) and Jason Hand (director of Moana 2 and head of story on Encanto). Roy Conli and Juan Pablo Reyes Lancaster-Jones will serve as producers.
Hexed will follow Zootopia 2, which is set to be released in theaters on November 26, 2025, and will precede Frozen 3, which will debut on November 24, 2027.
Speaking of Zootopia 2, it was also one of the big parts of the Walt Disney Studios Showcase, and we learned much more about the story fo the sequel, which centers around Nick and Judy trying to help a snake called Gary De'Snake, who is trying to steal a book that he hopes will change how the world views snakes forever and save his family in some way.
Goodbye summer, hello new batch of streaming arrivals. Fortunately for those who want summer to last just a little bit longer, Disney+ isn’t heading straight into spooky season celebrations. Instead, the streaming service is getting the live-action Lilo & Stitch, the latest season of The Simpsons, and some MCU and Star Wars spin-offs. It’s a month where Disney+ really goes all in on “entertainment for the whole family,” with something of interest for pretty much anyone.
Let’s get into it: Here’s the breakdown of what’s coming to Disney+ this month.
Everything Coming to Disney+ in September
Ongoing Series
Several series that premiered on Disney+ earlier this year will continue to stream new episodes through September, including Project Runway Season 21, with new episodes every Thursday, and the Japanese docuseries Traveling With Snow Man, with new episodes every Sunday. After premiering on September 16, Season 34 of Dancing With the Stars will continue to stream new episodes as they air every Tuesday.
September 2
The Rich Eisen Show
Minnie’s Bow-Toons: Pet Hotel (S1, episodes 6-11)
The legendary sports talk show will simulcast every episode on Disney+ starting September 2 as Rich Eisen also joins the cast of several other ESPN programs. Disney+ will also get the rest of the Season 1 episodes from the Disney Channel’s Minnie’s Bow-Toons spin-off.
September 3
Lilo & Stitch (2025)
Reminder (S1, all episodes)
The live-action Lilo & Stitch movie made waves at the box office earlier this summer and currently stands as the second-highest grossing movie of 2025. IGN’s review describes how the remake “retains and often amplifies the most stirring aspects of the rightfully beloved animated film.” On the same day, Disney+ will also get the full first season of the Turkish romance drama Reminder.
September 10
Tempest (S1, 3 episode premiere)
To Catch a Smuggler (S9)
Disney+ will premiere Tempest, a Korean espionage series that will release in weekly episode batches, while picking up the latest season of To Catch a Smuggler.
September 12
How Not to Draw: Shorts (S4, all episodes)
The latest batch of shorts from Disney Channel’s How NOT to Draw series, which features Disney characters interrupting animators’ attempts to explain how to draw them. Very cute.
September 13
Lost in the Jungle
From Nat Geo, Lost in the Jungle was created by E. Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin, the same people behind the documentary Free Solo (which I consider the most terrifying movie of all time). Their latest doc tells the story of siblings who were stranded in the Colombian rainforest from the perspective of the children themselves and the rescuers who worked to find them.
September 16
Dancing With the Stars (S34, premiere)
Another slate of celebrities will hit the dance floor in a new season of Dancing With the Stars, which will stream new episodes on Disney+ at the same as they air live on ABC on Monday night. Season 34 is arriving during the 20th anniversary of the series and will feature the likes of wildlife guy Robert Irwin, influencer Alix Earle, and The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives stars Jen Affleck and Whitney Leavitt.
September 17
Electric Bloom (S1, all episodes)
Top Guns: The Next Generation (S1, all episodes)
The day after it premieres on Nat Geo, Disney+ will stream Top Guns: The Next Generation, a documentary mini-series following several months of grueling Advanced Flight Training in the Navy and Marine corps. The streamer will also get the first season of the comedy musical series Electric Bloom, which aired on the Disney Channel earlier this summer.
September 19
Dolphins Up Close with Bertie Gregory
LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy: Pieces of the Past (four episodes)
Random Rings: Shorts (S4)
LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy arrived on Disney+ last year, with IGN’s review saying it “has one of the best uses of the multiverse we've seen in a while, with enough funny and wacky cameos to appeal to every kind of fan of the franchise.” Pieces of the Past is a four-episode follow-up that has Sig Greebling and Darth Dev facing a new threat in the galaxy. The series is generally a quirky approach to highlighting some of the more niche tidbits of Star Wars lore.
At the same time, Disney+ will be getting a new dolphin-focused documentary from Nat Geo and the latest batch of the Disney Channel special Random Rings.
September 24
Marvel Zombies (S1, all episodes)
Lost Treasures of Egypt (S6)
Back to the MCU, we’re getting the full Marvel Zombies series. The concept, which originally appeared in the comic of the same name, was adapted as a single episode of “Marvel’s What If…?” spin-off series before getting the green light to fly on its own. The new series will continue from that episode, taking place in an alternate timeline of the MCU.
September 26
Cleopatra’s Final Secret
Another one from Nat Geo, this time for anyone who got way into that Egyptology picture book as a kid. Archaeologist Kathleen Martinez heads to the Mediterranean in pursuit of Cleopatra’s lost tomb.
September 28
The Simpsons (S36, all episodes)
A moment plenty of us have been waiting for. Season 36 of The Simpsons technically kicked off with the 2024 holiday special, which has always been a Disney+ exclusive. The rest of the new season, which aired on Fox this past spring, is finally heading to Disney+ on September 28.
September 30
Little Angels (S1-6)
To cap things off, Disney+ is picking up six seasons of Little Angels, a nursery rhyme series for toddlers that reminds me a lot of Cocomelon.
The Latest Disney+ News and Bundles
Disney+ had quite a few updates coming out of August. For one, it was announced that Hulu and Disney+ would merge into one app starting in 2026. Not entirely surprising, given how intertwined the two services have already become, but still a pretty significant shift in the streaming landscape.
Disney+ also launched a new bundle alongside ESPN’s new DTC streaming offering, ESPN Unlimited. Existing subscribers to the Disney+ bundle with ESPN+ will now see their ESPN subscription as “ESPN Select.” A special offer that lasts until January makes the more robust ESPN Unlimited bundle $29.99/month for your first year.
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Labor Day weekend, like other three-day holiday weekends, is one of the best times of the year to buy furniture. If you're looking to spruce up your home or office with something new, you can probably find a really good deal right now on pretty much everything from major furniture retailers. And if you're looking to do some furniture shopping online specifically, I'd suggest checking out the Wayfair Labor Day sale.
I've purchased a few things from Wayfair and had a generally positive experience. If you specifically wanted a West Elm couch or whatever, you should shop directly from those stores, but for a collection of under-the-radar furniture makers, the prices are surprisingly good for what you get. I picked up a TV stand from there during last year's Labor Day sale and have had no issues so far – though I am admittedly having some buyer's remorse after digging through some of the deals available in 2025.
I'm not saying I would have purchased this TV stand with a built in electric fireplace last year if I'd known it was a thing, but it definitely would have been a nice option to throw in the mix. My house does have a real fireplace, but it requires wood and effort. It also doesn't let me change the color of the flames to an alien-like green or blue.
Looking at the description for this TV stand, I can't help but imagine how well it would fit into a game room. The background lighting allows for 12 different color options and the fireplace itself allows for three. The fireplace actually does function as a space heater, so it is more than just a flashy addition at the cost of video game storage space. Plus, an extra shelf on top of the stand leaves room to put your gaming console, soundbar, and Blu-ray player.
With the Labor Day discount, this fireplace/TV stand hybrid is currently on sale for $330. That's 45% off the usual price. You can choose to pay more for professional assembly or put it together yourself. While there are usually multiple color options available, only the black version is still in stock.
More Wayfair TV stands on sale
If you're interested in picking up a new TV stand or media console but don't want to spend the extra cash for the fireplace one, there's actually quite a few other deals worth checking out. I grabbed some of the best discounts I could find with a range of different styles and functionality.
Does Wayfair Offer Free Shipping?
Wayfair is an online furniture store, so having your purchases shipped to you is really your only option. According to the Wayfair website, most orders will qualify for free shipping. You need to spend at least $35 to meet the free shipping threshold or choose to pay a flat shipping rate of $4.99. For some larger items, Wayfair will automatically default to Full Service Delivery, which is $99.99. You will have to opt out of this manually to avoid paying for shipping completely.
Walt Disney Imagineering stopped by Destination D23 to reveal new details about the upcoming Villains-themed land, including that the team created the term 'Conjured Architecture' to describe how they are utilizing "the magical, fluid, and organic appearance of both the animated villains and the Art Nouveau style of construction" to build this new space.
Alongside Disney Parks Blog, we were able to hear from Imagineers Wyatt Winter and Caroline May at Destination D23's Villains panel, and they shared how the team is bringing the yet-unnamed Villains-themed land to life. As with many of Disney's features, the team embarked on a research trip to find the right styles to do justice to the likes of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Scar, Ursula, Jafar, Hades, and Cruella de Vil.
For this project, the choice was to travel to Paris, France, and Barcelona, Spain, to study Art Nouveau, which was in full swing in the late 1800s. From Paris, they took with them "the way natural motifs and swirling designs there make nature appear to be 'cursed' like magic has frozen it into place."
For Barcelona, its style was actually called Modernisme, and it has "less natural patterns but gives architecture an otherworldly, unnerving appearance." May even added that the buildings seem as though they are "melting with subliminal shapes and faces."
One of the big surprises for the team during this trip was how much color was used. Seeing colorful stained-glass windows and painted metals inspired the team and helped see how they could "bring the beautiful, deep jewel tones of the animated villains to life in the land's buildings."
This all led to the previously mentioned term 'Conjured Architecture,' which mixes the classic style of the beloved Disney Villains and the Art Nouveau style of construction, which "refers to the blend of historical components and fantastical worlds that have merged to ultimately create something wicked."
The other big news was that Disney Legend and former animator Andreas Deja will be serving as a consultant on the project. For those unfamiliar, Deja was integral in creating Gaston, Jafar, Scar, and so many more.
For Deja, he knows this land will incorporate the villains' "big personalities, bold visuals, and rich backgrounds."
It was also teased that Disney wants this land to be highly immersive, allowing guests to experience these villains like never before, including with some villainous meetings in a wonderfully wicked crossover of Disney films kind of way.
Modder ‘elminister’ has shared a really cool mod for Cyberpunk 2077 that adds a working fuel system to the game. This mod changes how you explore the world because now your cars need gas. It makes driving feel way more realistic since you’ll actually have to refuel. Every vehicle in the game now has its … Continue reading Cyberpunk 2077 Gets Fully Functional Fuel System Thanks to New Mod→
Now here is something really cool. Modder ‘InfernoPlus’ is currently working on a mod that aims to bring the whole world of The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind into Elden Ring. This mod has been in development for a few months, and below you can find a 15-minute gameplay video of it. The goal of this … Continue reading Elden Ring Modder Is Porting the Entire World of Morrowind Into the Game→
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