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UK Deals: I'm Buying These Discounted PokĂŠmon TCG Boxes Before They Sell Out

Now’s the time to grab some Pokémon TCG deals before they’re gone. Prices have dropped, and some rarer illustration cards have increased in value. If you’re after a Lugia V Alternate Art from Silver Tempest (easily fetching over £200 in mint condition), Charizard ex from Obsidian Flames, or the gold Giratina VSTAR from Crown Zenith, these boxes are worth a look.

UK Deals: Discounted PokĂŠmon TCG Boxes And Blisters

Cracking open packs is always a gamble, but it’s fun. That goes for collecting and playing, these deals are solid. They won’t last forever though, so if you’re thinking about it, now’s the time to grab one.

Pokémon Sword & Shield — Silver Tempest Build & Battle Stadium

Silver Tempest has some solid hits, and this set gives you 12 booster packs, two pre-built decks, and some extras to get you going. Lugia V Alternate Art is still one of the most sought-after cards, with raw copies still selling for well over £200. If you’re lucky enough to pull one, you’re sitting on a gem. Even if you don’t hit a Lugia, this set is packed with Trainer Gallery cards and Radiant Pokémon that make it a fun rip.

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet — Obsidian Flames Triple Pack Eevee

This one’s a cheap way to try your luck with Obsidian Flames. You get three boosters and an Eevee promo card, and there’s always a chance to pull something big like the Charizard ex, which is creeping up in value. Other notable pulls from this set include the Special Illustration Rare Pidgeot ex (£13) and the Illustration Rare Scizor (£13.50). This is a good pick if you’re on a budget but still want to rip some packs.

PokĂŠmon TCG: Crown Zenith Regidrago V Collection

Crown Zenith is loaded with good pulls, including gold Legendaries, full-art Trainer Gallery cards, and some of the best Sword and Shield era artwork. Giratina VSTAR gold card alone can go for around ÂŁ170 ungraded, while other big pulls include the Mewtwo VSTAR (ÂŁ100), Arceus VSTAR (ÂŁ105), and the stunning Origin Forme Dialga VSTAR (ÂŁ85). With nearly 20% off, this is a cracking deal.

PokĂŠmon TCG: Armarouge ex Premium Collection

This set gives you six booster packs and three foil promo cards for just over £30. It’s not the most hyped collection out there, but it’s a decent buy. Plus, it includes booster packs from Paradox Rift, which has been a big hit with some valuable cards. If you’re chasing valuable pulls, you’ll want to look out for Roaring Moon ex (Special Illustration Rare) at around £50, Groudon (Illustration Rare) pushing £85, and Iron Valiant ex (Special Illustration Rare) at around £30. Other solid pulls include Garchomp ex (£40), Altaria ex (£60), and Professor Sada’s Vitality (£10). Whether you’re after competitive cards like Iron Hands ex or stunning collector’s pieces, this set is worth diving into.

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet — Paldea Evolved Triple Pack

Paldea Evolved has some epic illustration rares, and this triple pack is an easy way to grab a few boosters without spending much. Some of the standout cards from this set include the Special Illustration Rare Tinkaton ex (£24), the ever-popular Iono (£50+), and the stunning Illustration Rare Magikarp (£190+). If you’re looking for a chance to pull something valuable, this set is worth considering.

Christian Wait is a contributing freelancer for IGN covering everything collectable and deals. Christian has over 7 years of experience in the Gaming and Tech industry with bylines at Mashable and Pocket-Tactics. Christian also makes hand-painted collectibles for Saber Miniatures. Christian is also the author of "Pokemon Ultimate Unofficial Gaming Guide by GamesWarrior". Find Christian on X @ChrisReggieWait.

Grosse Pointe Garden Society Episode 1-4 Review

Grosse Pointe Garden Society premires Sunday, February 23 at 10 p.m. ET.

From Desperate Housewives to How to Get Away with Murder and Good Girls, we’ve seen plenty of soapy dramas where a group of people suddenly commit a crime then go to great lengths to pretend everything is still normal while their seemingly perfect lives fall apart around them. It's a simple hook, but one that can be mined for great escapism. If done correctly, it can offer a mix of character drama, suspense, and sarcastic humor. But it's not a foolproof formula, as the first four episods of Grosse Pointe Garden Society prove. While the dynamic between the characters is compelling, and some of the individual storylines are quite fun to follow, the different elements don't quite mix together into an absorbing mystery.

From Good Girls creator Jenna Bans (who also wrote for Desperate Housewives) and Bill Krebs (co-showrunner on Good Girls), Grosse Pointe Garden Society opens with its four leads burying a body in a lavish garden in the affluent suburb of Grosse Pointe. This is the kind of place where everything and everyone looks as if it were approved by a committee, where nothing happens without the entire community hearing about it, where the biggest show of creativity is the annual garden competition. The questions of who the dead body is, how they were killed, and why they were killed echo throughout the show, which slowly (very slowly) moves toward providing answers. Unfortunately, the opening episodes take such a slow approach to revealing new hints and pieces of the puzzle that by the time we actually start learning what happened, it feels uninspired and redundant.

Thankfully, there's more to Grosse Pointe Garden Society than its dull central mystery. The story is told across two timelines, each offering some campy fun. In the present, we see the events leading up to the murder, as we learn about the lives of the titular society and the many potential victims that the characters would want to rid from their lives. Though many of the side stories feel like they’re being rushed through, they are some that are so bonkers that it's impossible to look away. (To name one, and to offer a warning to pet owners: A lost dog turns out to be murdered!) Meanwhile, we get a glimpse of six months into the future, when the group scrambles to cover up their crime. It’s here that the group dynamic shines brightest.

The characters are what make Grosse Pointe Garden Society enjoyable. The principals – AnnaSophia Robb, Aja Naomi King, Ben Rappaport, Melissa Fumero – have great chemistry. Sadly, they’re attending to their individual arcs for most of the first four episodes, only really converging in the future timeline. There's Alice (Robb), a high-school English teacher fighting against her husband's wishes to abandon her artistry to become an ordinary and respectable member of Grosse Pointe society. She's the one with the dog that gets murdered, which does result in some delicious drama when she starts doubting the people closest to her – but once that subplot is abandoned, her character has little to do. Next up is Catherine (King), an unhappily married mother of two who uses her realtor job to cheat on her husband, and ends up too entangled with her lover, who wants to destroy her life. Though King is no stranger to this kind of show – having delivered a great performance in How to Get Away with Murder – she, like Robb, gets little to play with in Grosse Pointe Garden Society, trapped in a flat subplot with a character who’s mostly reacting to people around her.

The two standouts are Brett (Rappaport) – the garden store manager who scores some laughs with his paranoia and nervousness in the post-crime timeline – and the absolute MVP of the season so far, Birdie (Fumero). This is the main reason to watch the show: To witness former Brooklyn Nine-Nine star Fumero shed her high-strung onscreen persona and play a needy socialite who joins the Garden Society as part of her community service sentence after a DUI. (Naturally, she spends every episode day-drinking.) Birdie is a hot mess, yet she’s a delight to watch. And she contains multitudes: a subplot involving the son she gave up for adoption as a baby is emotional, but also boasts some moments of chaotic amusement.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Hotfix 1.1.2 Released & Detailed

Warhorse Studios has released Hotfix 1.1.2 for its latest RPG, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. This update brings key stability improvements, quest fixes, and platform-specific adjustments. So, let’s take a closer look at it. Hotfix 1.1.2 will make the game more stable than before. For instance, it fixes a crash when looking at certain locked doors … Continue reading Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Hotfix 1.1.2 Released & Detailed →

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Avowed Title Update 1.2.3 Released, Full Patch Notes

In just a matter of days, Obsidian released a new update for its latest RPG, Avowed. Title Update 1.2.3 packs over 80 fixes, tweaks and changes, and Obsidian has shared its full patch notes. So, let’s see what it brings to the table. Patch 1.2.3 makes the game more stable. To be more precise, it … Continue reading Avowed Title Update 1.2.3 Released, Full Patch Notes →

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Save 45% Off Sony's Excellent WH-1000XM5 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones with This Deal

AliExpress is currently offering the Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones for only $221.10 after coupon code: USAFF30 is applied during checkout. This product is also sotcked in a US warehouse, so it ships free and arrives within about a week. This is a genuine Sony product, however keep in mind that this is probably an import model with a warranty that won't be honored in the United States. AliExpress makes up for it with a 15-day free return policy and guarantees a refund if your order doesn't arrive within 20 days. The WH-1000XM5 is considered by many to be the best noise cancelling headphones under $400 and on par with the Bose QuietComfort Ultra and AirPods Max.

Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Cancelling Headphones for $221

In our glowing Sony WH1000XM5 review, Kevin Lee wrote that "The Sony WH-1000XM5 is hands down the best sounding and most impressive noise-canceling headphones around. They demand a high premium but the cost of audio excellence is well worth it with this pair of headphones."

The prior generation Sony XM4 was already an outstanding headphone, but the XM5 features key improvements in noise cancellation and comfort. The XM5 has been fitted with a second processor and double the microphone count dedicated to filtering out ambient noise. The earcups have also been redesigned so that they fit more snugly on the ear, thus creating a better seal and as a result, more effective passive noise isolation. The noise cancelling is noticeably better than the XM4 and pretty much any other noise cancelling headset in its price range.

The Sony WH-1000XM5 has also been updated with a noticeably sleeker redesign with a different style of headband adjustment. The band is wider than before for better weight distribution and the earcup padding is now made of a luxurious synthetic leather material that's softer and more comfortable. You can easily wear these headphones for hours. One small drawback, however, is that the XM5 can no longer be folded inward, only swivelled, so it's less compact.

The Sony WH-1000XM5 retains the XM4's excellent battery life at over 30 hours on a single charge even with ANC activated. The XM5 also supports fast charging over USB Type-C.

Best of all, at this price, the XM5 is considerably less expensive than its competitors like the Bose QuietComfort Ultra and the AirPods Max. If you're already in the market for a premium noise cancelling headphone, you should jump on this deal.

Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.

The Best Places to Buy LEGO Sets in 2025

Over the past decade, the popularity and demand for LEGO has soared. What was once a building toy for children has expanded its audience to include teens and adults. And the sets themselves have expanded in detail, utility, and variance.

Some sets are built for play. Others are built for display, as dioramas or expensive collectibles. And a growing number of sets are lifestyle accessories – wall decorations, plants, and flowers – that integrate themselves into the living space.

There are hundreds of LEGO sets currently available for purchase, across a wide variety of piece counts, themes, and prices. And interested buyers might run into two primary problems: not finding the set they want, and if they do, not finding it at a reasonable price.

The most common reason for either problem is that the specific set is "retired." LEGO retires all its sets – even its popular ones – to make room for new ones. And this has created a rampant resell culture, in which merchants mark up their inventory up to 2-3 times their original price.

It's also a hard reality that LEGO is expensive, period, and has been getting more so for the past several years. Take, for example, the massive, 7541-piece Star Wars Millennium Falcon that launched in 2017. At the time, it cost $800, which was already well above the typical '10 cents per piece' rate of most LEGO sets. Today, that same set costs $850.

You can alleviate these problems by being a smart, meticulous consumer. Here are the best places to shop for lego sets in 2025, along with the best times to look for deals.

Where to Buy LEGO Sets Online

The first, most obvious place to shop for LEGO online is the official LEGO Store, which has the widest selection available and is easily sortable by theme, price, release date, and customer rating. LEGO has responsive customer service as well as a LEGO Insiders program. It's free to sign up, and it comes with numerous perks.

You can buy sets before they launch to the general public. You can receive free sets as incentives for spending money. And there are several sets that are exclusive to the LEGO Store, which cannot be bought from a third-party retailer.

The most appealing aspect of the LEGO Store is its point system. Every dollar you spend converts to 6.5 points. 130 points is the equivalent of $1. That works out to 5% of whatever money you put into the system, which you save up and redeem towards a future purchase.

There are also specific times during the year where you can earn double the points, which maximizes the program's value. More on that later.

Your other best online options are Amazon and the online storefronts for Target and Walmart. While they do not have the point system or the exclusivity of the official store, they offer modest discounts for most of their sets. The LEGO Store, meanwhile, typically charges full retail price except on select occasions, like when it's trying to get rid of inventory near the end of a set's run.

Thus, it becomes a matter of doing the math and weighing your options. Would you rather get a set with a 10% discount at Target.com (which does technically accept LEGO Insider points, but at an exchange rate that defeats the purpose)? Or would you rather pay full retail price at the online LEGO Store, but receive a future discount and an exclusive small set for free?

Where to Buy Retired Sets Online

Lastly, there are the unofficial online marketplaces on Craigslist, EBay, Facebook, and more. If you're looking for a retired set, this is your only option, and be warned: your acquisition will come at a steep price. Definitely get in touch with the seller directly, definitely haggle, and definitely shop around to get the best possible deal.

Where to Buy LEGO Sets in Stores

Brick-and-mortar stores are your other option. It is unlikely you'll find a wider diversity of sets in person than you would online, but many people prefer personalized attention and want to physically handle a set before purchasing it.

The in-person LEGO Store is a great choice for the same reasons that the online LEGO Store is a great choice. The LEGO Insiders program and its point system carry over to either option. LEGO Stores also provide interactive fun. They often contain a LEGO building station and a LEGO minifigure station, where you can choose from hundreds of body parts and accessories to create your own Mini-Me.

Target and Walmart have dedicated LEGO sections in their stores, and again, should be evaluated against the LEGO Store's inventory on a case-by-case basis. Gamestop occasionally sells gaming-themed LEGO sets. Barnes and Noble sells LEGO as well: lifestyle sets, impulse purchase smaller sets, and Harry Potter sets (which makes sense, since Harry Potter is one of the best selling book franchises in history). It is unlikely that smaller outlets will be offering discounts. But it doesn't hurt to look.

When Do LEGO Sets Go on Sale?

Aside from regular discounts at the box-stores (which are the baseline default, rather than the exception), LEGO sets rarely receive discounts. The demand is high, and LEGO would rather retire a set than discount it. But there are specific times of the year when LEGO sets go on sale to watch out for.

LEGO typically celebrates May 4 (Star Wars Day) by offering double the Insider points for purchasing Star Wars sets. LEGO also celebrates March 10 (Mario Day) by partnering with Nintendo and offering similar deals. So watch out for notable anniversaries, particularly as they relate to 3rd party franchises.

Always look for clearance deals at the box-stores, which are more common at the beginning of the year. That's when LEGO retires scores of old sets and launches scores of new sets. This requires the 3rd party retailers to refresh their inventory.

Lastly, the holiday season is ideal for deep discounts, particularly on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Amazon Prime Days, which run in July and October, are also solid opportunities. Keep an eye out for any upcoming sales events for potential LEGO deals.

Kevin Wong is a contributing freelancer for IGN, specializing in LEGO. He's also been published in Complex, Engadget, Gamespot, Kotaku, and more. Follow him on Twitter at @kevinjameswong.

Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Remastered PC Requirements

Capcom has revealed the official PC system requirements for Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Remastered. And, in case you’re wondering, yes. The game will be using the Denuvo anti-tamper tech. Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny will come with higher resolution graphics and modernised controls to perform issen critical counter attacks and intense swordplay. PC gamers will at … Continue reading Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Remastered PC Requirements →

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Which Magic Puzzle Company Jigsaw Puzzle Should You Buy in 2025?

Puzzles are a great activity and there are so many different options to choose from nowadays. If you're looking to shake things up with something new and different, puzzles from The Magic Puzzle Company are worth your attention. These jigsaw puzzles truly live up to their name, offering a magical puzzling experience that tells a story as you piece it together. What really makes them stand out, though, is that each puzzle has a surprise ending, which adds an especially satisfying layer to the activity as you finish it. All this makes Magic Puzzles a worthy addition to any puzzler's collection. But which jigsaw puzzle from the company do you start with?

TL;DR: These are the best Magic Puzzle Company puzzles

The Magic Puzzle Company offers quite a few different options to choose from, each with its own distinct original art and story to tell. Here we've gathered up a few of our favorites from each series that are worth your time and money. We've also explained what the surprise ending of each puzzle adds to the story if you want insight on the truly special part of each one, but don't worry; we'll alert you of spoilers before revealing what happens.

The Mystic Maze

Part of Series One of The Magic Puzzle Company's releases and with original artwork by Boya Sun, the 1,000-piece Mystic Maze features a little character in a yellow outfit that's looking for their friend who's gotten lost in an enchanted maze. Its design certainly feels mystical, with plenty of soft purples and blues to admire on your journey. But what happens to the little character in yellow at the end? If you're curious to know what that is, we've included it below. Spoiler warning, of course!

The Mystic Maze Secret Ending:

The character in yellow finds their lost friend.

The Sunny City

The Sunny City is another 1,000-piece puzzle that's part of Series One of The Magic Puzzle Company's puzzles and boasts art from Felicia Chiao. True to its title, this puzzle features bright oranges and yellows, with a bustling city scene that has a "sunny secret", according to The Magic Puzzle Company's website. And what might this secret be? Beware of spoilers, but you can learn more below.

The Sunny City Ending:

Big flowers are blooming in the center of the city.

The Happy Isles

To cap off Series One, The Happy Isles is a 1,000-piece puzzle with art from Sarah Becan. This bright puzzle captures little island paradises, and piecing it together allows you to "Discover the unexpected fate of the denizens of this bright paradise," according to The Magic Puzzle Company. You don't have to wait to discover their fate, though. You can have a look at the hidden ending below, if you choose.

The Happy Isles Secret Ending:

A sea monster has been causing trouble in The Happy Isles.

The Crystal Caves

Jumping to Series Two of The Magic Puzzle Company's lineup, The Crystal Caves is a 1,000-piece puzzle with art from Odsanyu. Once again this puzzle is bursting with bright colors and chronicles an ancient rivalry between the crystals and mushrooms, to which you can discover the end result of it all after finishing the puzzle. If you don't want to wait to put in that final piece, though, you can learn what became of this conflict below.

The Crystal Caves Secret Ending:

A triangular area forms within the cave that shows the crystals and mushrooms as friends.

The Forest Feast

The Forest Feast is another 1,000-piece puzzle from Series Two and features art from Sanne-Marie Kohlmann. In this colorful puzzle, you'll get to "Reveal the serendipitous inspiration for today's epic feast," according to The Magic Puzzle Company. To get a taste of this grand meal early and see what inspired it, have a look at the ending below.

The Forest Feast Secret Ending:

There's a giant burger, fries, and drink at the center of the puzzle.

The Busy Bistro

Closing out Series Two is The Busy Bistro, a 1,000-piece puzzle complete with original artwork by Oscar Sun. According to The Magic Puzzle Company, piecing together this puzzle will have you learning the big reason the puzzle's adorable rats are so busy. What's got these little guys running around so much? Click below to learn more about the ending, if you're curious.

The Busy Bistro Secret Ending:

There's a big cat that's eating all the food.

The Gnomes' Homes

The Gnomes' Homes is a puzzle that released as part of Series Three of The Magic Puzzle Company's lineup. This one is also 1,000 pieces and features artwork from Ninn SalaĂźn. This adorable and wonderfully vibrant puzzle tells a story of the gnomes and the place they live, but something's coming for them. What will happen to them? If you're curious to know the gnomes' fate and don't want to wait to put all the pieces together, click below.

The Gnomes' Homes Secret Ending:

A large tree spirit shows up to protect the gnomes' homes from the construction work.

What Makes The Magic Puzzle Company a Good Brand?

The Magic Puzzle Company's unique approach to puzzles makes them a brand worth investing in. With each puzzle having over 50 easter eggs to hunt down and special endings, they offer an individual experience that elevates them above a standard puzzle. According to the company's website, the team "set out to create the most entertaining puzzles you’ve ever done by combining the traditional jigsaw puzzle experience with ideas from the worlds of tabletop games and magic." Their Kickstarter even boasts 62,284 backers from when it was last updated, showing that the company had a lot of people who believed in their vision from the start.

Magic Puzzles are also designed to be packaged back up and shared with others. After you finish your puzzling journey, check out their re-packing guide so you can share the adventure with someone else in your life.

We consider The Magic Puzzle Company to be among the best puzzle brands to buy in 2025. If you want to see even more recommendations from top brands, it's worth checking out that roundup. And if you'd like to see more of our favorite puzzles in general, have a look at our roundup of the best jigsaw puzzles for adults.

Hannah Hoolihan is a freelancer who writes with the guides and commerce teams here at IGN.

The Best Deals Today: Sony Headphones, Nintendo Switch Games, Logitech Racing Wheels, and More

Here are best deals for Saturday, February 22. The highlights today include a massive Woot! video game sale with big price drops on a variety of items like Nintendo Switch video games, Logitech racing wheels, SteelSeries gaming headsets, and more. There's also a great deal on a Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphone if you don't mind an import.

Check out "the best deals under $30" for any impulse buys on items that you never knew you needed until you visited this page. Read on lower for some great deals that cost over $30 and may require a bit more involved decision-making.

Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Canceling Headphones for $221

AliExpress is currently offering the Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones for only $221.10 after coupon code: USAFF30 is applied during checkout. This product is also sotcked in a US warehouse, so it ships free and arrives within about a week. This is a genuine Sony product, however keep in mind that this is probably an import model with a warranty that won't be honored in the United States. AliExpress makes up for it with a 15-day free return policy and guarantees a refund if your order doesn't arrive within 20 days.

This is an excellent price for one of the best wireless noise cancelling headphones available today, and far less expensive than any deal you'll find stateside. In our glowing Sony WH1000XM5 review, Kevin Lee wrote that "The Sony WH-1000XM5 is hands down the best sounding and most impressive noise-canceling headphones around. They demand a high premium but the cost of audio excellence is well worth it with this pair of headphones."

Super Mario RPG for $29.99

Woot! (which is owned by Amazon) is offering the excellent Super Mario RPG remake for Nintendo Switch for only $29.99. Amazon Prime members get free shipping (the rest of us pay $5). Super Mario RPG is a remake of the 1996 SNES classic. It was one of the best games to grace the console back then amidst a sea of other incredible titles, and Nintendo did a great job of staying faithful to the game's charm and fun factor.

Logitech Racing Wheels (Refurb) on Sale Today

Woot! has dropped the price on refurbished Logitech racing wheels with 90-day Woot! limited warranty, including both PS5 and Xbox Series X compatible models. The G29 (PS5) and G920 (Xbox) are down to $154.99 each ($300 list price) after you apply coupon code "LOGITECHFIVE". The new G923 (PS5) is also down to $214.99 with the same coupon ($350 list). These are some of the best racing wheels you can get for under $300. If you're a big fan of games like Gran Turismo 7 on PS5 or Forza Horizon 5 on Xbox, and you've been using a gamepad-style controller this entire time, then this price drop might be the excuse for you to step up your immersion to the next level.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P Headset (Refurb) for $79.99

Woot is offering a refurbished SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P gaming headset with 90-day Woot! limited warranty for only $79.99. A brand new model retails for $179.99. The Arctis Nova 7P is one of the best headsets you can get for PS5 and PC. IGN writer Matthew Adler reviewed the PC version of the Arctis Nova 7, saying: "SteelSeries continues to push the boundaries of what a headset is capable of. The Arctis Nova 7’s new design is sleek, lightweight, and still remains one of the most comfortable headsets I’ve ever used." I own a pair of these myself and highly recommend it.

$39.99 Nintendo Switch Video Games at Woot!

Woot! has also dropped several must-have Nintendo Switch video games from $59.99 to $39.99, a savings of 33%. You won't lose out even if you plan to upgrade to the Switch 2, since the new console has been confirmed to be backwards compatible with nearly all Switch games.

$39.99 Nintendo Switch Video Games at Best Buy

Best Buy has also dropped the price on several must-have Nintendo Switch video games that arent' available at Woot!, like Splatoon 3 and Pikmin 4. Most of these discounts are on physical copies, however I've added links to digital downloads if that option is available as well. These deals will likely end today, February 22.

Lisen 5,000mAh MagSafe Power Bank for $17.38

The Lisen 5,000mAh MagSafe power bank, which is normally listed at $49.99, is down to only $17.38 after a combined instant discount and a 42% off clippable coupon. At 0.3" thick, this is one of the slimmest MagSafe power banks we've seen, and won't add much bulk to your iPhone's profile. If you have a chonky Pro Max, then you won't even notice. Unlike most other power banks at this price point, the Lisen model is made out of a magnesium aluminum alloy that makes it feel much more premium. It delivers up to 18W of power over USB Type-C and 7.5W over wireless.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown for PS4, Xbox for $14.99

Prince of Persia drops to just $14.99 for PS4 and Xbox. If you get the PS4 version, you're eligible for a free download of the PS5 digital edition. he Lost Crown is one of the most underrated games of 2024. Ubisoft's return to the franchise brought new and challenging elements while still retaining what made this series so beloved. In our 8/10 review, we wrote, "Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown captures not only what made games such as The Sands of Time so good, but it irons out a lot of the little issues that plagued the 3D games in this series by opting for a 2D perspective – and owning it."

Humble Choice Games for February 2025

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If you're searching for your next new game to play, Humble Choice February is now live, and this is the perfect bundle to discover something new! This month, Immortals of Aveum headlines the bundle, with seven other games like Total War: Pharoah Dynasties, Fabledom, and more included. Instead of paying hundreds of dollars to grab these games individually, you can get all eight games for just $11.99 at Humble Bundle for this month only.

Sonic X Shadow Generations for PS5 for $26.99

Today Woot! is offering Sonic X Shadow Generations for even lower than what I saw during Black Friday. You can get it for only $26.99 (46% off) and if you're an Amazon Prime member you also get free shipping. Sonic X Shadow Generations is easily one of the best Sonic games in recent history. In our 9/10 Sonic X Shadow Generations review, Jada Griffin wrote that "Sonic X Shadow Generations takes an already excellent game and spring jumps it to new heights with a creative Shadow campaign and an appreciable graphical upgrade." This game is actually a collection of two games in one: a remaster of the 2011 Sonic Generations and - the highlight - an original campaign starring Shadow the Hedgehog.

Anker PowerExpand USB-C Hub for $12.50

Anker's handle little USB hub is 50% off for Amazon Prime members, now only $12.50 (normally $25). This versatile 6-in-1 hub features a USB Type-C port with up to 85W of passthrough charging, two USB-A 3.1 Gen 2 ports, an HDMI port (4K @ 60Hz), an SD card slot, and a 3.5mm audio output.

AstroAI L7 Tire Inflator for $17.59

You should always keep a tire inflator in your car for emergencies, but you don't need to pay a premium price for a fancy one. Right now Amazon has this AstroAI cordless tire inflator for only $17.59 after you clip both coupons on the product page. This tire inflator features a 4,000mAh power bank, enough to fill up all four tires to the proper PSI at least a few times over and has a USB Type-C input for easy charging. You can even use it to charge your smartphone in a pinch.

Hoto Electric Precision Screwdriver for $24.95

Amazon has this Hoto electric screwdriver for $24.95 (50% off) after you clip the 23% off coupon and apply coupon code "361P5KK7" during checkout. This is an excellent tool for quickly dealing with tons of small screws when you're assembling or taking apart electronics like your gaming console, mechanical keyboard, Joy-Con controller, or pretty much anything else where a real power drill is way too powerful and a manual screwdriver is too tedious. It comes with 25 bits that should cover most of the screw types out there including flathead, Philips, torx, and hex. The screwdriver can be charged via USB Type-C so no need to worry about losing a proprietary cable.

Preordered the iPhone 16E? Get a Screen Protector for $6

If you're in line to get the successor the the budget-minded Apple iPhone SE series of phones, then here's an early bird deal for you. Amazon has an amFilm iPhone 16e screen protector for only $5.99 after you apply coupon code "5PIM3OFI. Here's your chance to have a screen protector ready before your phone even arrives. AmFilm is an extremely well known and popular screen protector brand, and this particular model includes the auto alignment kit and camera lens protector.

Sabrent Docking Station and Charger for ROG Ally for $20

Steam Deck / Nintendo Switch compatible

Sabrent has a dock charger specifically designed for the Asus ROG Ally for only $19.99 after you apply coupon code "26R399DW". According to reviews, it works just fine with other gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck or Nintendo Switch. It includes a USB Type-C port for connecting to your gaming handheld, an HDMI 1.4 port for up to 4K @ 60Hz video output, a USB Type-C port with up to 95W of Power Delivery for charging your handheld, and two extra USB Type-A ports for connecting or charging extra peripherals.

2-Pack Anker Power Cubes for $15.99

This deal is exclusively for Amazon Prime members. Get a two pack of Anker Power Cubes, which is a cube-shaped power strip with three AC outlets, two USB Type-A ports, and one USB Type-C port, for only $15.99. That averages out to just $8 per cube. This power outlet is much smaller than your average power strip thanks to its ingenious cube design. The USB Type-C port delivers up to 20W of power, which is good enough to charge the Nintendo Switch at its maximum rate (18W).

4 Pack of Pen Lights for $7.99

Get a four pack of pen lights for only $8 after an instant 20% off discount. These diminutive lights feature an anodized aluminum housing and weigh in at only an ounce each. The super bright LED bulb lasts about 2 hours on two AAA batteries. These are handy to have around the house, and at $2 apiece they are practically expendable.

GE Color Changing Night Light for $4.52

Night lights are an inexpensive, efficient way to provide a bit of practical accent lighting to your home at night. This GE color changing night light goes one step further by offering eight different colors to choose from, with a color changing mode for a bit of RGB flair. The built-in light sensor means it will automatically turn itself off when it isn't needed. It's normally well-priced at just $9, but there's a 50% instant discount right now that drops it to under $5.

Craftsman Magnetic Pickup Tool for $6

A magnetic pickup too is handy to have around to pick up dropped screws, nuts, and bolts. Amazon has this Craftsman model for only $5.98 after a $2 price drop. There's not much to say about it, except that it's well built, it's magnetic, and it can telescope up to 24 inches long for extended reach.

77outdoor LED Rechargeable Headlamp for $17.99

Get this LED headlamp for only $17.99 on Amazon after a $12 off coupon code "40XUYLSW". 77outdoor is a sister brand of Sofirn, a well known manufacturer or affordable yet good quality flashlights and lamps. In fact, some reviewers have reported that they receive this item in a Sofirn branded box. This headlamp offers two modes: a standard 5,000K 90 CRI white light with 550 lumen output for general purpose use and a 660nm red light at night to preserve your night vision. This headlamp can be recharged using a USB Type-C cable.

30% Off Panther Vision Hand Warmers and Lighted Beanies

If you're looking for a practical Valentine's Day gift idea, Panther Vision is offering a big 30% coupon code that works sitewide. If you suffer from cold appendages, the Panther Vision 602R rechargeable hand warmer is small enough to fit in your jacket pocket. It offers three different heat settings depending on how numb your fingers are, boasts an IP67 waterproof rating, and can even double up as a 5,000mAh USB Type-C power bank for emergencies.

Pair it with the Panther Vision lighted beanie, which will keep your noggin warm while lighting up the way with a built-in LED headlamp rated for up to 150 lumens at max output. If you prioritize longevity over intensity, the 15-lumen setting will last up to 10 hours on a single charge. There are plenty of other useful gadgets on the site, including portable lamps and flashlights, so you might want to stock up to reach the $60 free shipping threshold.

Not all of the best deals are dirt cheap. Here are some excellent deals if you're willing to spend a little or a lot more depending on the items, including video games, TVs, gaming PCs, gaming handhelds, high-end chairs, and more.

Nintendo Switch OLED for $223.61

AliExpress is currently offering a Nintendo Switch OLED console for only $223.61 after coupon code: USAFF30 is applied during checkout. This is a genuine Nintendo Switch console that's imported from either Japan or Hong Kong. Switch consoles are region unlocked so you'll be able to play them in the US without any problems. You'll also be able to select English as your default language just like any console you buy here. A US power plug adapter is supplied in the packaging. This product is also stocked in a US warehouse, so it ships free and arrives within about a week. AliExpress has a 15-day free return policy and guarantees a refund if your order doesn't arrive within 20 days.

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 for $95.99

Lenovo has dropped the price of this professional-grade Xbox Series X Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller in White/Black to $95.99 after you apply coupon code "MXBOXELITE". The controller itself is identical to the older generation Xbox Elite Series 2 controller that retails for $179.99. The only difference is that this "Core" model doesn't come with as many accessories, like the extra sets of paddles, thumbsticks, D-pad, and travel case.

Nerf LMTD Halo Needler for $67.18

For you Halo fans out there, have we found a deal for you. Right now you can save 33% off the NERF LMTD Halo Needler Dart-Firing Blaster. It's normally $100, but this discount drops it down to only $67.18 shipped. NERF's LMTD is a collection of fan-service weapons that are designed after iconic weapons from popular movies and video games, and the Halo Needler is definitely one of the coolest looking guns in the lineup, with a lot of cool little touches like the needles and accents that light up whenever you grip the handle, a 10-dart rotating drum (10 Elite darts included, but it will also take standard darts), and a display stand that activates all the light-up features when mounted.

4-Pack Apple AirTags for $69.99

Amazon and Best Buy are both offering a four-pack of Apple AirTags keyfinders for only $69.99. That's $30 off the retail price and only $16.50 for each AirTag. This is a very practical accessory for anyone who owns an iPhone and tends to lose small wearables like wallets, keys, or remotes.

Crucial X9 Pro 1TB Portable SSD for $69.99 (2TB for $120)

The Crucial X9 Pro is one of the fastest portable hard drives out there, thanks to a fast SSD drive and USB 3.2 interface that can deliver both read and write speeds of up to 1,050MB/s. The 2TB model is actually $10 less than the best deal we saw during Black Friday and, in my opinion, the best deal to get.

65" LG Evo C3 4K OLED Smart TV for $1197

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You don't have to wait for the new 2025 LG TVs to drop to score a great deal on an older generation model. Right now as part of Amazon's Presidents' Day Sale, you can pick up a 2023 65" LG Evo C3 4K OLED TV for just $1,196.99 with free shipping on Amazon. This is a better deal than what I saw during Black Friday. The LG Evo C-series of TVs have consistently been our favorite high-end 4K TVs, especially for 4K HDR movies and gaming.

Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld for $449.99

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Starting this week, Best Buy is taking $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme gaming handheld, now only $449.99. That's the lowest price I've seen for a brand-new unit, even during Black Friday. In addition, you get a free official ROG Ally travel case, one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and two months of a Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription. The ROG Ally This is one of the best gaming handhelds currently available, especially if you don't want to be tied to Steam's ecosystem.

Secretlab Presidents' Day Sale

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Secretlab's Presidents' Day Sale is still live for a little while longer. Save up to $139 off Secretlab's popular Titan line of gaming chairs, Magnus gaming desks (including the Magnus Pro electric standing desk model), and accessories like the Secretlab Skins upholstery covers, desk mats, cable management, and more. Unfortunately, new releases like the Titan Evo Nanogen chair and the recliner add-on are exempt from this sale.

Preorder Elden Ring: Nightreign at Best Buy, Get $10 Gift Card

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Elden Ring Nightreign is set to release for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC on May 30. A new standalone game set in the world of Elden Ring, Nightreign lets you team up with two other players to slice your way through an oppressive fantasy world. It’s kind of like a faster-paced remix of the original game. It’s available for preorder in a number of editions, so read on for the details about what comes in each one.

Preorder the HP Omen 45L RTX 5090 Prebuilt Gaming PC

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HP just added the option to add the GeForce RTX 5090 GPU as an upgrade to one of its flagship HP Omen 45L prebuilt gaming PCs and, fortunately, it is very reasonably priced for a prebuilt RTX 5090 desktop relative to what we've seen from other brands. Put your order in sooner than later because, unless HP has readily available 5090 GPUs in its inventory (unlikely), these prebuilts will probably have a bit of a lead time before they ship out.

Flexispot C7 Ergonomic Chair with Footrest for $230

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Flexispot is offering a great deal on its workhorse Flexispot C7 ergonomic chair with built-in footrest. It's normally listed at $429.99, but there's a $200 off coupon code "C7PDSALE" that drops it to only $229.99. We generally like the Flexispot brand because it includes electric standing desks and ergonomic chairs with solid build quality and a plethora of practical features at a fraction of the price compared to other more well-known models. We rated the Flexispot C7 is the best budget-friendly ergonomic chair and the Flexispot E7 Pro as the best overall standing desk of 2024.

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Delta Force: Black Hawk Down PC Performance Analysis

TiMi Studio Group has just released the Black Hawk Down campaign for Delta Force for free to everyone. Powered by Unreal Engine 5, it’s time now to benchmark it and examine its performance on the PC. For our benchmarks, we used an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D, 32GB of DDR5 at 6000Mhz, AMD’s Radeon RX 6900XT, … Continue reading Delta Force: Black Hawk Down PC Performance Analysis →

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Severance May Have Just Laid the Groundwork For the Greatest Betrayal Yet

Streaming Wars is a weekly opinion column by IGN’s Streaming Editor, Amelia Emberwing. Check out the last entry Yellowjackets Season 3 Premiere: Why Nothing Is What It Seems and the Trees Are Angry.

This column contains spoilers for Severance Season 2.

Severance Season 2’s major theme has revolved heavily around the idea of consent and autonomy between the Innies and Outies, expanding further on the idea of just how split a person can be when severing their work and personal personas. This line of thinking has already led to major betrayals, with Mark S. sleeping with who he believed to be Helly R. but actually ended up being Helena Eagan. It’s a jarring scene once you really know what’s going on, and hits even harder once Helena’s Innie, Helly, is given time to sit with the news. But Episode 6 features a potential of an entirely separate betrayal. One that, if true, will blow the lid off Season 2 and one of fans’ favorite romances.

Burt (Christopher Walken) and Irving (John Turturro) enamored fans in Season 1 with their courtship, ripping our hearts out when they were seemingly separated for good as a result of Burt’s retirement. Due to the overtime protocol in the Season 1 finale and his extensive research of Lumon employees when not on the severed floor, Irving’s innie was able to sprint to Burt’s house just in time to see him with his husband.

Despite the crushing blow, fans held out hope that their office romance would find a way to make its way into the real world. Season 2 has potentially made those dreams a reality, but not without the proverbial monkey’s paw moment that could mean ultimate devastation for Irving.

Episode 6 involves a dinner date with Irving, Burt, and Burt’s husband Cecil Fields (John Noble) who Burt curiously refers to by his last name, calling him only “Fields” in conversation throughout the evening. The dinner is a nightmare for folks who suffer from second-hand embarrassment — myself included — but there may be something more nefarious woven into the uncomfortable dinner discussions.

Toward the end of their meal, Fields lets slip that Burt has been with Lumon for 20 years. Burt laughs it off and tells his partner that perhaps it’s time to step back from the wine, as Lumon’s severed division has only been around for a little over half that time, but there’s something unspoken between the two. Burt’s expression isn’t one of a concerned spouse thinking their partner needs to slow down on the wine, but of a man who has just been outed in front of a former Lumon employee who had previously sued the company and was recently let go not once, but twice.

It’d be one thing if it only went as far as Burt’s outie being a longtime company man, but my concerns run deeper than that. The fact that Severance just went out of its way to make it narratively clear that you can be on the severed floor as an Outie with Helena masquerading as Helly for several days and then immediately followed it with this episode has me alarmed. Have both versions of Burt just been a singular Lumon lackey this whole time? Was all of this to get close to the Innie of the man who has been fighting them for years both through the courts and his own internal investigation?

Let’s not forget that Burt magically appeared outside of the phone booth when Irving was having his mysterious phone call several episodes ago. And the fact that Drummond (Darri Ólafsson) is seen breaking into Irving’s home to look at the evidence he has on Lumon at the exact time Irving is eating dinner with Burt? It’s sus, fam. It’s all sus.

There is, of course, the off chance that all of this is a coincidence. The writers wanted our line of thinking to follow the Helena of it all, Drummond was only there because they were already actively investigating him after his attempted murder of an Eagan, etc., but to what end? There’s a whole lot of evidence stacked up against Burt at the moment and all of it sucks.

We were rooting for you crazy kids!

This Movie Ripped off Stephen King's The Monkey Long Before Its Official Adaptation

What if I told you Oz Perkins' The Monkey isn't the first to adapt Stephen King's short story? While Neon's 2025 goreganza is the approved and licensed adaptation, there's a lesser-known 80s horror movie with eerie similarities to King's short story “The Monkey.” Kenneth J. Berton's The Devil's Gift was released in 1984, four years after King's bite-sized tale was published in Gallery magazine. For those who've read King's fiction, it's hard to watch The Devil's Gift and ignore comparisons to "The Monkey" despite the production never acknowledging King in any manner.

Let's start with the resemblances, which are glaring. In King's story and Berton's film, a cymbal-banging monkey causes fatalities after it clangs. They're also supernatural situations intertwined with Death's plans. There are murderous doll movies aplenty, and you can trace cymbal-banging monkey toys back to 1932's Hoppo the Waltzing Monkey—but King's imaginative blend of The Twilight Zone and Final Destination is unique. You can't ignore how The Devil's Gift borrows King's specific focal point and narrative mechanisms.

Berton and the film's two credited co-writers (José Vergelin and Hayden O'Hara) eek past plagiarism complaints based on a few tweaks. Kings' The Monkey features Hal's family finding the monkey in a Ralston-Purina box, where The Devil's Gift suggests its monkey has been possessed thanks to a Ouija board. This leads to a more demonic version of the killer monkey versus King’s, which is a stand-in for Death—or at least Death's right hand. Also, King's time-jumpy story follows brothers Hal and Bill (but primarily Hal), whereas The Devil's Gift makes actor Bob Mendelsohn's father figure, David Andrews, the central character. Finally, in the ‘84 film, you can survive Mr. Monkey's impending doom if you stop his clattering or escape its trap, unlike King's cruel finality.

The swapability of pawn shops and antique stores links Perkins' The Monkey and Berton's The Devil's Gift. It's the scene of the first crime (we see) in The Monkey, where Hal and Bill's delinquent father tries to sell his beady-eyed monkey. But in The Devil's Gift, it's where David's current partner Susan (Vicki Saputo) buys a cheeky monkey percussionist for David's son, Micahel (Struan Robertson). Both locations are frequently the cornerstone of stories about a malevolent trinket. King stays focused on familial hand-me-downs and inescapable curses, but when building a case that connects The Devil's Gift and "The Monkey," Perkins' adaptation only adds fuel to the fire.

If you hadn't read King's story, you wouldn't think twice after watching Vestron Video's VHS release in the 80s. But with Perkins' direct adaptation (and expansion to feature length) coming out this weekend, The Devil's Gift's cover might be blown. It's a bizarre concept, almost too bizarre to be replicated. This isn't 1997's conundrum of Volcano and Dante's Peak hitting theaters only months apart—volcanos are standard natural disaster fare. We're talking about cymbal-banging, drum-beating monkeys acting as Angels of Death.

About the monkey itself, King writes: "It grinned at him with its murky amber eyes, doll's eyes, filled with idiot glee, its brass cymbals poised as if to strike up a march for some band from hell." Is it a coincidence that Berton keeps opting for close-up shots of the monkey's deviant grin, allowing shiny amber eyes to glisten? Even funnier is how Perkins chooses to trash the traditional cymbal monkey prototype recognized by pop culture in favor of a drum. The Monkey, the direct adaption of King's "The Monkey," opts to differentiate where The Devil's Gift stays with the common brass discs. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, they say.

The Devil's Gift’s legacy is much stranger than possibly (probably) ripping off Stephen King.

The Devil's Gift’s legacy is much stranger than possibly (probably) ripping off Stephen King. If you're a Mystery Science Theater 3000 fan, you may have already seen The Devil's Gift—or, more appropriately, parts of The Devil's Gift. Berton would direct a film in 1996 titled Merlin's Shop of Mystical Wonders, featuring Ernest Borgnine "as a grandfather telling his grandson a story about the wizard Merlin opening up a store in the modern-day United States." It's an anthology with two segments, but instead of shooting a brand new second story, Berton recycled The Devil's Gift. He cleaved out story chunks, added a few sequences where Merlin chases the monkey toy, and voilà! You've got the back half of some oddball fantasy flick where Merlin ruins people's lives with his magical creations.

MST3K would eventually dedicate an episode to Merlin's Shop of Mystical Wonders, where Merlin's interference would taint Berton's butchered version of The Devil's Gift. Instead of a Ouija board unleashing evils powerful enough to blow up a house, doofy criminals steal The Monkey, and that's how it ends up in a small town's pawn shop. None of the beginning exposition matters, nor "boring" scenes between the monkey's horrors. What's left of The Devil's Gift is a deceased goldfish, a dead dog (boo, R.I.P. Sparkles), and David's frantic attempt to discard his son’s devilish birthday gift before it kills again.

The Merlin Cut of The Devil's Gift is prime MST3K fodder. Berton's full-length version of The Devil's Gift from 1984 never made waves, but at least attempted some semblance of storytelling. Oh, you replaced what little coherent plot that existed with Merlin running around America, trying to collect misfit objects? Yeah, the MST3K crew had a field day between "Rock and Roll Martian" and a fortune teller’s "Bethagram" necklace (whatever that means, but it looks like a knock-off sheriff’s star). Berton's attempt at double-dipping backfires, especially considering how the original film at least dared to end things on a bleak-as-heck note. Merlin's version wraps on a cutesy little button-up where everything's just dandy.

So I guess there are technically two unofficial movies that beat Perkins' The Monkey to the punch? And one involves Merlin. And they’re both technically the same movie. Ish. Kinda?

As of today, there are no definitive answers as to whether The Devil's Gift wanted to be an adaptation of "The Monkey" or not. It's easy to speculate about unmissable influences, and many have (many, in this case, being relative to the very few people who have seen the film). King was never involved, nor was the property cited, and "The Monkey" wasn't even published outside Gallery pages until 1985's Skeleton Crew—but c'mon. The empirical evidence is everywhere. People recognize Child's Play as one of the killer doll subgenre's crowning achievements, but even its imitators found ways around outright duplication. Why not make your figurine an elephant instead of keeping it a monkey and highlighting the elephant in the room?

The Devil's Gift is one of those video store rentals from the ‘80s worth checking out for its audacity alone. It's not fooling anyone (re: The Monkey), which is suspiciously charming. Although, it's hard not to recommend MST3K's Merlin's Shop of Mystical Wonders episode instead. Who needs all that pesky exposition, endless dad chores, and random costumed creatures? If all you want are the down-and-dirty highlights of this Stephen King imposter, trust in Tom Servo and Crow T. Robot. It's the primer for Perkins’ The Monkey you never knew existed—separated at birth but tethered nonetheless.

UK Deals: MTG - Final Fantasy Is Still In Stock On Amazon And I'm Buying Now

Against all expectations, Magic: The Gathering – Final Fantasy is still available on Amazon. Given the way The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set disappeared faster than Texas draft beer at Tifa's bar, you'd expect these to be long gone by now. For now you can still grab a box without emptying Materia slots on the secondary market. It won't last, though. We all know how this goes.

UK Deals: MTG Final Fantasy Is Still Available

Launching globally on June 13, 2025, this set is the latest in Magic's Universes Beyond series. Bringing Cloud, Squall, Terra, Aerith, and the rest of Final Fantasy's biggest names into the world of cardboard combat. It covers every mainline Final Fantasy game from I to XVI, so if you grew up on pixel sprites, PS1 polygons, or you're still pretending to understand the plot of Final Fantasy XV, there's something in here for you.

Yes, these are Standard legal. Show up to Friday Night Magic and drop Sephiroth, Planet's Heir on some poor unsuspecting soul. It probably won't make you any friends, but we don't suffer the weak either.

MTG FF Commander Pre-Built Decks

If you prefer Commander, the set has four pre-con decks, each led by a Final Fantasy icon. There's Cloud's Limit Break deck (Final Fantasy VII), Terra's Revival Trance deck (Final Fantasy VI), Tidus' Counter Blitz deck (Final Fantasy X), and Y'shtola's Scions & Spellcraft deck (Final Fantasy XIV). And if that's not flashy enough, there are Collector's Edition versions where every card gets the Surge Foil treatment because we all know shiny cardboard is the real endgame.

MTG FF Boosters and Boxes

It doesn't stop there. The set also packs Borderless Character cards with 55 Final Fantasy legends, Woodblock-inspired art for Final Fantasy IX, and Through the Ages reprints, where classic Magic cards get reimagined with Final Fantasy artwork. There are also serialized cards in the Collector Boosters, but no one knows what they are yet. It's something ridiculous that'll sell for the price of a second-hand car no doubt.

For now, Magic: The Gathering – Final Fantasy is still up on Amazon, but let's be honest, it's only a matter of time before it's gone and people start whinging about scalpers. So, if you fancy getting in at a reasonable price instead of paying double in a month, now's your chance.

Christian Wait is a contributing freelancer for IGN covering everything collectable and deals. Christian has over 7 years of experience in the Gaming and Tech industry with bylines at Mashable and Pocket-Tactics. Christian also makes hand-painted collectibles for Saber Miniatures. Christian is also the author of "Pokemon Ultimate Unofficial Gaming Guide by GamesWarrior". Find Christian on X @ChrisReggieWait.

30 minutes of gameplay from Gothic 1 Remake in Unreal Engine 5

THQ Nordic announced that it will release a free demo for Gothic 1 Remake on February 24th. Gothic 1 Remake is powered by Unreal Engine 5, and its upcoming demo will let you explore Nyras Prologue. What’s interesting to note is that this demo is not a part of the game. Instead, this is a … Continue reading 30 minutes of gameplay from Gothic 1 Remake in Unreal Engine 5 →

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NVIDIA Geforce 572.47 WHQL Driver Is Available for Download

NVIDIA has released a new driver for its graphics. According to the release notes, the NVIDIA Geforce 572.47 WHQL Driver adds support for Marvel Rivals which now supports NVIDIA DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Gen. Moreover, this new driver adds support for the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU. So, if you’ve purchased it, you should download and … Continue reading NVIDIA Geforce 572.47 WHQL Driver Is Available for Download →

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Old Guy Review

They don’t make them like Danny Dolinski anymore. As played with characteristic off-kilter charisma by Christoph Waltz, the aging contract killer at the center of Old Guy swaggers around in a vintage leather jacket, exchanges playfully cutting banter with his criminal associates, and sports a shaggy coiffure. That all prompts a disappointing indicator of this crime-comedy’s joke-telling ability: “The ’90s called: They want your haircut back.” In short: Dolinski is another era’s idea of cool, something that’s made abundantly clear when he’s assigned to train the overzealous upstart (Cooper Hoffman) who could take his place as London’s top hired gun. And once our homicidal odd couple picks up a third wheel played by Lucy Liu, Old Guy starts to feel like a bygone era’s idea of a cool movie, the sort of thing Quentin Tarantino or Steven Soderbergh would’ve populated with underworld smart alecks and crate-digging needle drops when Dolinski was at his peak. And I say this as someone of the age to have a sense of nostalgia for such things. This just doesn’t land.

The throwback vibes are subtle, but the exploration of aging is not: Just as Old Guy director Simon West has fewer opportunities to pull out his old Con Air flash these days, Dolinski is frustrated by his employer’s lowered expectations and a bum shooting hand. That seems like it should be enough for a diverting-but-unmemorable caper, but this one unfortunately crams in a whole buddy-movie arc and a halfhearted romance, too. And even then, it needs to pad out a plot involving an ill-fated trip to Belfast and a hostile mob takeover to get across the 90-minute mark.

There are times when Old Guy mimics the rope-a-dope tactics of its protagonist, its outward doddering giving way to a level of surprise and impact it doesn’t seem capable of – a target’s relative pulled out of the line of fire with a little How the Grinch Stole Christmas routine, or a briefly pulse-elevating car chase. But scenes like these are exceptions; so many others are driven by characters and relationships, and those are dragged down by Dolinski's failure to convincingly or meaningfully click with Hoffman’s Wihlborg or Liu’s Anata. (You have to hand it to screenwriter Greg Johnson: His script may not be particularly novel or memorable, but the character names sure are.)

At least Old Guy has a firm grasp on its actual old guy. Much of that credit goes to Waltz, who’s in his element – and sporting an immaculate mustache – as the underestimated charmer talking his way through sticky situations. There’s a lot of work put in to earn our sympathy for him, which makes sense given his line of work: He’s a professional murderer, but he’s a professional murderer in a vulnerable state, recovering from surgery and threatened by the presence of young gun Wihlborg. In one of Old Guy’s few moments of filmmaking panache, West breaks the slow-motion, party-hearty euphoria of Dolinski’s post-work drinks, drugs, and dancing routine to show us what he looks like from an outsider’s perspective. As Wihlborg approaches his reluctant partner in a bar, what we see is a rhythmless boob dancing with women half his age. It’s a funny image, but it’s also a little sad. But the script keeps such emotions in reserve, turning them off and on with a plot-centric inconsistency that’s also applied to Dolinski’s supposedly debilitating injury. Sometimes he’s hobbled, sometimes he’s an action hero, and it makes no sense.

But Old Guy just can’t settle for being a decent character study of a GOAT in decline. In the scenes between hit men, I heard a yearning for (and, in the case of Waltz, the voice of) the downtime banter of Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction, and Jackie Brown. The love story in the midst of all this aspires to the fireworks of the George Clooney-Jennifer Lopez scenes in Out of Sight, but only gives off a few sparks – the chemistry just isn’t there between Waltz and Liu or their characters.

Old Guy is at least aware enough of its limitations to keep its action sequences sensible, showing Dolinski’s particular set of skills through on-the-fly ingenuity rather than any superhuman gun-fu. It doesn’t make for the most thrilling shootouts, and his deadly accuracy eventually robs any standoff of its suspense, but it is amusing to see him take out multiple adversaries at once by applying his skills with munitions in the kitchen.

At least Old Guy has a firm grasp on its actual old guy.

The generational warfare, meanwhile, has all the depth and heat of a newspaper op-ed about millennials’ financially ruinous appetite for avocado toast. Dolinski debates whether Wihlborg is a member of that touchy-feely cohort, or if his strident teetotaling and hypebeast fashions mark him as a member of Gen Z – a quasi-quip that only emphasizes Old Guy’s sweaty uncertainty about its wunderkind assassin. It’s possible that the hardline stances he spouts are signs of someone who’s not sure who he is, either, but for all of the sincerity Hoffman lends to his character’s unearned convictions, Wihlborg never really comes into focus. It’s fitting, then, that our first glimpse of his killer instincts takes place in the fuzzed-out background of a close-up on Waltz.

Pity poor Lucy Liu, stranded in an extraneous subplot that’s only there to deliver her character – one who runs a karaoke joint and into Dolinski’s arms. Around the midway point, Old Guy bafflingly mucks with its own momentum by cutting between Dolinski and Wihlborg’s most trying job and Anata’s date with a nice doctor. What could possibly be going on here that’s as important as the high-stakes hit on one of their rival organization’s top men? Whatever the reason, it speaks to the amount of filler bulking up the story because it has precious little to say. The dancefloor interludes really pile up across this hour-and-a-half, though none are as flagrantly drawn out as Dolinski and Wihlborg’s arrival at their handler’s dog-track HQ, where they pause to watch a hairy metaphor for their relationship do a slo-mo lap through the dirt.

There’s no real tension here, just inevitability: When Dolinski instructs an injured colleague to look at a picture postcard of a tropical paradise, a clock ought to pop up onscreen, counting down to the shot of that mope’s blood splattering across the postcard because there’s no subversion of cliche to be found here. Uneasy alliances will be struck, fragile trusts will be betrayed, and the full range of our main hitman’s righteous fury will be uncorked.

It’s certainly not impossible for these previously loved puzzle pieces to be taken out from the box and arranged in such a way that they can still come together into something cohesive. But here it’s hard to get too invested in the outcome, or what happens to any of these characters, when most of their interactions are stitched together from hermetically framed shots that seal Waltz, Hoffman, and Liu off from one another. It’s just one more facet of Old Guy that makes this ensemble piece feel like several parallel one-man shows.

Surface Season 2 Review

Surface season 2 premieres Friday, February 21 on Apple TV+. New episodes debut through April 11.

Considering Surface is an amnesia thriller, it’s on theme (and maybe a tad on the nose) if you can’t remember what happened in the first season finale. After all, it aired over two and a half years ago. Struggling to recall plot points would be a detriment to other shows, but this one stars Gugu Mbatha-Raw as a woman trying to figure out her past – add to that a change of setting from San Francisco to London, and this second season counts as both a soft reboot and a worthy jumping-on point.

Back in 2022, Surface fell into the meandering traps that affect so many streaming series, treating its first season like one long pilot episode. Thankfully, its sophomore outing is more urgent in its quest for the truth – and much less forgettable as a result. Memory loss from the accident that kick-started Surface still clouds a lot about Sophie, but the mystery stretches back to her childhood; she’s gone to England to crack the mystery of her mother’s death and its connection to a beautiful heiress. In London, where she goes by Tess, Sophie still travels in the same upper-class circles, and leaving behind the rich, Californian embezzlement victims of season 1 in favor of the ultra-wealthy Huntley family ups the ante for season 2 considerably. The money here is old, and the sizable closets are stuffed with skeletons. When Sophie’s ongoing probe intersects with a reporter’s investigation of abuses tied to the Huntleys, the puzzle at the heart of Surface takes on a new weight..

Having stolen millions of dollars from her husband, James (Oliver Jackson-Cohen), Sophie doesn’t have to ditch her life of luxury: Plush hotels, designer clothing, exclusive clubs, and expensive booze are still on the menu. How quickly she reconnects with the youngest Huntley sibling, Eliza (Millie Brady), reminds us of how good Sophie is at faking it until she makes it, and Mbatha-Raw expertly walks the line between drawing attention and slipping beneath the radar. While Brady portrays Eliza like a frayed nerve, Ted Lasso’s Phil Dunster plays troubled Huntley scion Quinn with a sinister edge, ditching the lovable-idiot aura that made him an AFC Richmond fan favorite – and showcasing his range in the process.

The Huntleys are preparing for Quinn’s lavish wedding, and his relationship with fiancée Grace (Freida Pinto) takes some surprising turns throughout the eight episodes. Grace’s uncertainty about becoming a permanent member of the family stirs up some conflict, but Pinto’s time on screen ebbs and flows and the role ultimately feels like a wasted opportunity. (What brief flashes we see of her complexities are far too fleeting.) Pinto isn’t the only one to get a short shift story-wise: the material for family members played by Joely Richardson and Tara Fitzgerald is similarly meager, but the actors make the most of it. Dunster gets the meatier part, juggling Quinn’s own follies and those of his father and grandfather.

Giving Sophie a part-ally, part-foil in the form of journalist Callum Walsh (Gavin Drea) brings us closer to the truth about what happened to her mother. Sophie’s amnesia means we’re learning everything at the same time she is, and vital information is frustratingly withheld until later in the season. You might be able to figure out the broad brushstrokes from the clues strewn about season 2, but it isn’t an entirely predictable outcome, fortunately – the finale culminates in some unexpected twists

Sophie had her therapist to confide in in season 1, but the keepers of her secrets are more fluid this time around. Considering Eliza hasn’t seen Sophie for a decade, it’s hardly surprising that she’s less than thrilled to see her former friend. The push-pull between the two is explored in some depth, but this thread unravels as the season progresses – disappointingly lost amid other, flashier developments like the fallout of Sophie fleeing San Francisco. Jackson-Cohen is listed as a season regular and appears briefly in the season 2 trailer, so it’s no spoiler to say that James eventually re-enters the picture. When he does, the season kicks up a gear, because it isn’t immediately clear whether he’ll be friend or foe to Sophie. The actor has a knack for playing a menacing husband with layers, and once again, he hits different notes between arrogance and vulnerability.

Surface's sophomore outing is more urgent in its quest for the truth.

Having seen the whole season, I can assure you that answers are forthcoming, and there’s far less withholding and fewer bloated misdirects on the horizon. The second season improves on the first, and another tantalizing cliffhanger promises there’s still more of this story to be told. There’s more to Surface than its slick and seductive appearance, and Mbatha-Raw mines Sophie’s potent mix of grief and rage to new, satisfying depths in season 2.

Spider-Man 4 Gets Small Delay to Move Clear of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey

The next Tom Holland Spider-Man has been delayed by one week, and probably for good reason.

Sony updated its release calendar today and shared that the fourth Spider-Man movie will now be released on July 31, 2026, a week later than its previously announced July 24, 2026 release. The likely reason is to give the next Spider-Man movie some breathing room from Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey.

Thanks to the date shift, the fourth Spider-Man movie is now coming out two weeks after The Odyssey hits theaters, whereas before it would only be one week removed. Not that Tom Holland would complain considering he’s starring in both movies.

This buffer will give both films a chance to premiere on Imax screens, something we know Christopher Nolan loves to do.

Marvel announced that a fourth Spider-Man movie starring Tom Holland is officially in the works and will be the next Marvel movie following Avengers: Doomsday which is coming out on May 1, 2026. The next Spider-Man film will be directed by Destin Daniel Cretton who directed Shang-Chi for Marvel and was previously set to direct the next Avengers movie before storylines changed as a result of the situation around the Kang character.

Now the Russo Brothers are back to direct Avengers: Doomsday with Robert Downey Jr. stepping in as Doctor Doom. Wild. Check out our complete list of upcoming MCU projects here and get ready for the Oddy-Man 4 or whatever combo word people will come up for The Odyssey Spider-Man 4 double feature.

Matt Kim is IGN's Senior Features Editor.

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