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I’m back with my monthly roundup of the best new books to keep an eye out for, and quite a few of our most anticipated reads of 2025 are dropping this month. From fantasy and romance to cosy crime, a Greek mythology retelling, and an age gap romance, there’s something for every reader.
So, here are the books that you won’t want to miss this September. Missed August’s roundup? You can find it right here.
The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown
Release date: September 9
Can you believe that it’s been over 20 years since Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code was first released? Well, Robert Langdon (played by Tom Hanks in the movie adaptation) is back in The Secret of Secrets.
In it, we travel to Prague as Robert accompanies the celebrated academic, Katherine Solomon (who fans of the series might remember from the third book), to a lecture she’s been invited to give. Things soon take a sinister turn when she disappears without a trace.
In a city known for its dark past, he must call upon all of his arcane abilities and knowledge to get answers and save the woman that he loves.
Alchemised by SenLinYu
Release date: September 23
It’s not the first time that we’ve seen fan fiction make its way onto bookstore shelves. Still, with the original iteration of SenLinYu’s story garnering over 20 million individual downloads, it’s no surprise that the new and reworked take on it has become one of the most pre-ordered and talked about books this year.
A reimagining of Manacled, the ‘Dramione’ (Draco Malfoy and Hermione Granger romance) fan fiction that captured the attention of the masses, Alchemised explores many of the same themes.
It follows Helena, a once-promising alchemist who is being held prisoner. However, she can’t remember the months leading up to her capture, making her enemies wonder exactly what she’s hiding. In a bid to recover her lost memories, she’s sent to live with one of the most powerful and ruthless necromancers, though he seems to be keeping just as many secrets. Let’s just say, we can’t wait to give this a read.
Uncharmed by Lucy Jane Wood
Release date: September 16 (US)/September 18 (UK)
With spooky season fast approaching, Uncharmed by author and YouTuber Lucy Jane Wood is giving us witchy vibes in the very best way. Brimming full of magic, found family, and slow-burn romance, it’s perfect for the fast-approaching spooky season, or any time you want a little enchantment.
When Annie is tasked with mentoring a troubled teenage witch with extraordinary powers, it throws her seemingly perfect life into disarray. A tale of found family, there’s also a lovely slow burn romance at its core between Annie and Hal, the gruff warlock and owner of their temporary lodgings.
Even though it’s set in the same world as Lucy’s debut book, Rewitched, it’s not a sequel. So, there’s nothing to stop you from starting with Annie’s story first. Just don’t be surprised if you end up going back to read her first book next.
The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman
Release date: September 25 (UK)/September 30 (US)
With The Thursday Murder Club movie hitting our screens at the end of last month, fans of the cosy crime series will be thrilled to know that the gang is taking on a new case, and it kicks off with a wedding.
Yes, there might not have been as many cases for them to work on – with Elizabeth grieving, Ron dealing with family issues, Ibrahim providing therapy to a certain criminal, and Joyce being kept busy with all the wedding planning.
However, when Elizabeth meets a wedding guest who is in fear for his life, the gang is plunged back into things. With a villain who will stop at nothing to get access to an uncrackable code, can they solve the puzzle—and another murder—in time? I can’t wait to spend a weekend reading this.
Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross
Release date: September 2 (US)/September 11 (UK)
If you’re already familiar with Rebecca Ross’ Divine Rivals and the follow-up Ruthless Vows, you should recognise some familiar characters from the same world in her latest release, Wild Reverence. Yet, this is a standalone story.
Leaning into the ‘goddess x mortal’ trope, it follows Matilda, who has been blessed with messenger magic, and Vincent, who dreams of her despite them never having met.
Ten years ago, he wrote to the goddess for help, but his plea went unanswered until now - when she comes bearing a letter that could change both their destinies and tie them together far beyond his dreams.
Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver
Release date: September 23
The beginning of a new trilogy for Butcher & Blackbird’s Brynne Weaver, Tourist Season seamlessly blends romance and murder in a way that only she can manage.
Harper is keen to protect the seaside town of Cape Carnage from troublesome tourists, and she’ll quite literally kill to do so. Nolan, on the other hand, isn’t your average tourist; he’s out for revenge.
On the anniversary of the hit-and-run accident that upended his life, he slays one target, and this year he’s got his sights set on Harper. Yet, when an amateur true crime investigator arrives looking for answers in the small town, the two agree to a truce. But could the two of them getting closer lead to something altogether more unexpected?
Thief of Night by Holly Black
Release date: September 23
The highly anticipated sequel to Holly Black’s Book of Night, which just so happens to be the conclusion to the duology, Thief of Night should be at the top of your TBR (to be read) list this September.
The story picks up after Charlie ultimately bartered with the Cabal for her boyfriend Vince’s freedom. But in doing so, she’s ended up having to hunt rogue shadows on their behalf. It also doesn’t help that the tether that binds Charlie and Vince has erased all the memories he had of her and summoned Red, a dangerous Blight with Vince’s face.
With this entity no longer trusting or even liking her, it makes for a lonely and vulnerable existence as she battles to save herself, and at what cost? You’ll need to pick up a copy to find out.
Hekate by Nikita Gill
Release date: September 16
Fans of Greek mythology retellings are in for a treat this September thanks to Hekate by Nikita Gill.
A child of war, Hekate becomes the all-powerful goddess of witchcraft and necromancy, raised by Styx and Hades in the Underworld after being separated from her parents. And in this coming-of-age story, she must step into her true powers when war breaks out once again, before everything from Mount Olympus to the Underworld is destroyed.
And what she soon realises is that even the most powerful Olympians are terrified of her. Let’s just say, it will no doubt have you itching to delve deeper into the lore and explore more of the backstory to some of the other characters, that’s for sure.
The Killer Question by Janice Hallett
Release date: September 4 (UK)/September 23 (US)
We’ve previously enjoyed Janice Hallett’s intriguing mysteries The Appeal and The Examiner, and her latest—The Killer Question—will keep you guessing until the very end. It also features the mixed media format that she’s known for.
In this story, the landlords of a quiet country pub have gone missing, the windows long since boarded up. What happened to Mal and Sue? Did it have anything to do with the body found in the nearby river days before? Or maybe it had something to do with the usually quiet weekly quiz, after a mysterious new team of outsiders arrived and started winning every round.
By sifting through WhatsApp chats and quiz sheets, the couple’s hidden past is slowly revealed. Will you be able to work out who is responsible from the clues provided?
The fourth book in the series, although it can be read as a standalone, follows Gwen and Bash, and grumpy pilot Bash just so happens to be Gwen’s ex-boyfriend’s dad.
Cue some of our favourite romance tropes, such as forced proximity – with them both living under the same roof – and some serious mutual pining.
Given that Bash is trying to mend the rather fragile relationship that he has with his son, they both know that acting on their growing feelings would not only break the rules but also potentially betray the one person who connects them. Basically, if you love a good age gap romance, look no further.
Ellis is a freelance journalist, based in the UK, with a love of all things books. She also routinely chairs bookish events up and down the country, getting the scoop from some of the biggest and bestselling authors to keep you in the know.
PlayStation is no stranger to releasing unique colors for its accessories throughout its 30-year history. Since the PS5 launched in November 2020, PlayStation has expanded the DualSense controller line to include 12 additional standard colors, along with a swath of limited edition controllers featuring popular PlayStation characters and vibrant patterns. Whether you're looking to replace an existing controller, add to your collection, or just want to take a trip down memory lane, we've rounded up every PlayStation 5 DualSense controller color in order of release date.
If you're in the market for a DualSense alternative, our guide to the best PS5 controllers features a variety of different options we've reviewed.
All Dualsense Controller Colors by Release Date
White DualSense Controller
Release Date: November 12, 2020
Released alongside the PlayStation 5 in 2020, the white DualSense controller perfectly matches the PS5 console. You can check out our review of this controller when it was first released. Since that time, many of the PS5 exclusives have come to PC, making this a great mouse and keyboard alternative for PC gamers as well.
Midnight Black DualSense Controller
Release Date: June 11, 2021
For fans looking for that classic DualShock look, the Midnight Black DualSense is a great choice. It wasn't released for the console until a full seven months after the console, making it the first new color you could grab (alongside Cosmic Red).
Cosmic Red DualSense Controller
Release Date: June 11, 2021
Is it red? Or more berry-colored? It's neither! Cosmic Red is the first "unique" color released for the DualSense and for the PS5, and it would establish the space-themed naming convention for the controllers to come.
Starlight Blue DualSense Controller
Release Date: January 14, 2022
The Starlight Blue controller kicked off 2022 as part of a new space-themed trio of DualSense controller colors, offering some striking new colors not seen in the PlayStation lineup before.
Galactic Purple DualSense Controller
Release Date: January 14, 2022
Galactic Purple is the second controller included in the "Galaxy Collection" and features a deep purple hue with color-matched buttons.
Nova Pink DualSense Controller
Release Date: January 14, 2022
Nova Pink is a striking color that lets you live out your neon-fueled dreams while you game.
Grey Camouflage DualSense Controller
Release Date: October 14, 2022
PlayStation loves its camo-themed controllers, and the DualSense finally received its first (and only) patterned controller option in 2022.
Cobalt Blue DualSense Controller
Release Date: November 3, 2023
Deviating from the matte-finish options that preceded it, the Cobalt Blue DualSense is the first of three controllers featured in the "Deep Earth Collection."
Volcanic Red DualSense Controller
Release Date: November 3, 2023
Inspired by the rich metals of the earth, the Volcanic Red DualSense features a deep, red hue and metallic finish.
Sterling Silver DualSense Controller
Release Date: January 26, 2024
The final controller in the Deep Earth Collection released in early 2024 and added a metallic silver option to round out the lineup.
Chroma Pearl DualSense Controller
Release Date: November 7, 2024
The Chroma Pearl DualSense is part of the Chroma Collection, the latest trio of controllers to release featuring iridescent colors that shine at every angle.
Chroma Indigo DualSense Controller
Release Date: November 7, 2024
The Chroma Indigo DualSense beautifully shifts between rich blues and deep purples.
Chroma Teal DualSense Controller
Release Date: January 23, 2025
Featuring vibrant shifting shades of green, the Chroma Teal DualSense is a unique controller that will certainly shine in your collection.
Released as part of the Midnight Black Collection, this all-black DualSense Edge is the only other color option available for this pro-style controller.
Special Edition DualSense Controllers
In addition to the standard DualSense controller colors, Sony has also released several limited edition controllers over the past few years. Arguably the most popular limited-time offering was to celebrate PlayStation's milestone anniversary in November 2024, when Sony launched an entire PlayStation 30th Anniversary collection that included a standard DualSense controller, PS5 Slim, PS5 Pro, PlayStation Portal, and DualSense Edge controller, each sporting the iconic grey color of the original PlayStation console.
There are quite a few times throughout the year when you can find discounts on PS5 controllers. The most recent discounts we saw were during the PlayStation Days of Play sale back in June. The standard Dualsense controllers were $20 and Dualsense Edge got its biggest discount since it was first released. The next time you can probably expect prices to drop is during Black Friday. While it's certainly possible that tariffs on gaming accessories could raise prices before then, there are still likely to be price cuts starting in November.
Matthew Adler is a Commerce, Features, Guides, News, Previews, and Reviews writer for IGN. You can follow him on the site formerly known as Twitter @MatthewAdler and watch him stream on Twitch.
For those looking to add some games to their PC library as the chilly fall weather starts to roll in, September's Humble Choice lineup has officially been announced. This includes a wide variety of games, including WWE 2K25, Destiny 2: Legacy Collection, The Plucky Squire, and five others you can stock up on for just $14.99 if you sign up for a Humble Choice membership. On top of those games, this month also comes with one month of IGN Plus for free, which allows you to turn off ads across the site, get free games, and more.
Humble Choice – September 2025
WWE 2K25
Destiny 2: Legacy Collection
The Plucky Squire
SpellForce: Conquest of Eo
Return to Monkey Island
Eastern Exorcist
Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks
Grapple Dog
One Month of IGN Plus
Alongside a curated mix of PC games that are available to redeem each month, there are plenty of other perks you'll get to enjoy with a Humble Choice membership as well. These include up to 20% off select games on the Humble Store and 5% of your membership going to support a charity. This month it's Team Rubicon, a veteran-led humanitarian organization that assists communities before, during, and after a disaster happens. If you don't think the membership works for you, you can also pause or cancel it at any time, too.
Humble has plenty more to offer right now, too. If you're a big reader, you can scoop up all of the Murderbot books there for $18. Or if you're looking for more games, Humble is also offering a stellar bundle of LEGO games called the LEGO Worlds Collide Bundle, which nets you $499 worth of LEGO games for as low as $15. That's an excellent deal, and well worth jumping on before it's all done.
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Hollow Knight: Silksong is out now, but the huge rush to buy and download the game has caused some storefronts to crash.
Steam, for example, is struggling to cope with the influx of customers, with Silksong’s store page currently resulting in an error page. All this, remember, for a $20 indie game.
IGN staff report trouble trying to buy Silksong from the Nintendo eShop, the PlayStation Store, and Xbox. Silksong is a day-one Game Pass title, but subscribers are reporting trouble downloading it from the Xbox App and on Xbox consoles.
Silksong is one of the most anticipated games of 2025. Over six years after its initial announcement and as the most wishlisted game on Steam, Silksong finally launched today, September 4, across PC, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X and S priced $19.99 and weighing in at 7.62GB.
Despite the launch struggles, at the time of this article's publication Silksong already had over 100,000 concurrent players on Valve's platform, so clearly some fans were able to get into the game. To put that number into perspective, Hollow Knight's peak concurrent player count is 72,916, so the sequel has already smashed through one milestone despite Steam's issues.
Little was known about Silksong ahead of launch, so players are only now discovering what it has in store. One of the first revelations is the achievements list (Hollow Knight Silksong has 52 Achievements and 53 Trophies to unlock and discover).
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Sony is gearing up for the release of Ghost of Yotei by offering a series of limited-edition hardware that’s etched with imagery from the game. You can get PS5 consoles, DualSense Controllers, and console covers with black or gold etchings. All of them are now available to preorder at PlayStation Direct and are set to release on October 2. Below, we dig into what items are available, how much they cost, and more.
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All the new items are listed in the catalog above. For more information about them, you can scroll down.
PS5 Console - Ghost of Yotei Limited Edition Bundle (Gold or Black)
The PS5 console bundle gets you Ghost of Yotei-themed PS5 and DualSense controller, with either black or gold designs on them, as well as a voucher to download a digital copy of the game.
DualSense Wireless Controller - Ghost of Yotei Limited Edition (Gold or Black)
The DualSense Wireless controller is similarly decked out in Ghost of Yotei markings, available in either black or gold. Aside from the stylized design, it’s a standard PS5 controller with all the features you’d expect, including haptic feedback and adaptive triggers.
PS5 and PS5 Pro Console Covers - Ghost of Yotei Edition
If you want the look of the Ghost of Yotei PS5 but you already own a slim PS5, you can pick up just the console covers. These PS Direct-exclusive items let you turn your standard PS5 into a Ghost of Yotei one without buying a whole new console.
If you’ve been waiting for your next James Bond adventure, 007 First Light is officially up for preorder ahead of its March 27, 2026 release on PS5, Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Alongside the standard edition, there’s also a Legacy Edition that comes with a collectible Golden Gun replica and other extras for longtime fans. Just after the base game or fancy the full collector’s package? It’s worth locking in your copy early.
TL;DR: Todays Best Deals
Today’s other deals span across home, tech, and nerdy building goodness. You can grab the LEGO Disney & Pixar WALL-E & EVE set for under $70, a great display piece for Pixar fans; the EUKI Compressed Air Duster at $39.99, a rechargeable alternative to canned air that’s handy for cleaning keyboards, PCs, and more; and the RUNBOX Slim Card Holder Wallet, now just $8.98 (70% off), offering RFID protection and a sleek, minimalist design. Don't forget about keeping an eye on Pokémon TCG preorders and deals below too, finding stock for a good price is harder than ever in 2025. Let's get into it:
007 First Light: Legacy And Standard Edition Preorders
The standard edition of 007 First Light includes the base game for $69.99 and is available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (via Steam or Epic). Physical copies are offered for all consoles, though Switch 2 uses a game-key card rather than a full cartridge, meaning you’ll still need the card inserted to play but can lend or resell it like a typical game card. Preorders also come with the deluxe edition upgrade at no extra cost, adding early access for digital buyers plus exclusive DLC skins and outfits. For fans who want something more collectible, the Legacy Edition ($299.99) comes packed with extras. Alongside the full game in a steelbook case, it includes a Golden Gun figurine with a stand and hidden compartment, a certificate of authenticity, and a bundle of deluxe DLC skins and outfits. Between the display-worthy replica and the bonus in-game content, this edition is tailored for Bond enthusiasts who want both a showpiece for their shelf and extra flair in-game.
LEGO Disney & Pixar Wall-E & EVE
The LEGO Disney & Pixar WALL-E & EVE Building Set (43279) is one of the new LEGO sets for September. It comes with 811 pieces and builds four characters from the movie: WALL-E, EVE, M-O, and Hal. Each has movable parts, like WALL-E’s rolling tracks and EVE’s poseable arms, plus small accessories like the plant in a boot. Once built, the figures stand about 5 inches tall and work well as shelf or desk décor.
EUKI Compressed Air Duster
The EUKI Compressed Air Duster ($39.99) is a rechargeable alternative to disposable air cans, built with a 150,000 RPM motor and three speed settings for different cleaning tasks. It weighs just 315 grams and can handle everything from clearing dust out of keyboards and PCs to inflating air beds or drying surfaces. A full charge takes about 2.5 hours and provides up to 100 minutes of use, with built-in protections for safe performance. The kit comes with a USB-C cable, storage bag, brushes, and a non-slip handle.
Runbox Slim Card Holder
RUNBOX Slim Card Holder Wallet is a minimalist aluminum case designed to hold 6–12 cards securely, with a quick-access pop-up button for easy retrieval. At just 0.5 inches thick and 2.6 ounces, it fits comfortably in any pocket while still offering expandable storage thanks to its metal backplate. Built-in RFID blocking helps protect against digital theft, and silicone clips inside keep cards firmly in place.
Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution - Phantasmal Flames Preorders
With the Pokémon Center listings going live for preorder at any moment, it's only a matter of time until the first expansion for the new era of Pokémon TCG, Mega Evolution: Phantasmal Flames, comes pouring down to other retailers. First up will be Best Buy, normally around 24 hours after the Pokémon Center launch, followed by Target then secondary market and small seller allocations being available on TCGPlayer. Amazon and Walmart have been known to stock Pokémon TCG preorders in the past, but it's not always a guarantee. Phantasmal Flames drops on November 14, with prerelease events running the week before, and the big headline is Mega Charizard X ex returning in full force. What makes this set even more exciting is its size , about 90 cards before secret rares, which makes it the smallest English set in nearly a decade. For collectors like me, that usually means a much more manageable chase, while still packing in plenty of heavy hitters for players.
The product lineup looks pretty stacked too. We’ll be getting the usual booster packs and booster box (36 packs), a 9-pack Elite Trainer Box featuring a shiny new Charcadet promo, and an Ultra-Premium Collection built around Mega Charizard X ex. On top of that, two theme decks for Mega Gengar ex and Mega Diancie ex are arriving a few weeks early on October 24, which is a fun way to get a taste of the set before launch. If you’re like me and love cracking packs, the booster box is the way to go, but the UPC is already looking like the big collector piece this time around.
What ties it all together is the Japanese set Inferno X, which hit shelves there in late September. That set had only 80 cards, and once you add in the Mega Gengar and Mega Diancie decks, you basically get the full Phantasmal Flames lineup. We’ve already seen some killer reveals, including the Mega Charizard X ex secret rare previewed at Worlds, so I’m fully expecting that to be the chase card when this launches. Between the smaller set size, Charizard hype, and some solid gameplay cards, I think this one’s going to fly off shelves and I’m definitely locking in my preorder.
Back To The Future Steelbook Preorders Are Live
The 40th anniversary Back to the Future steelbooks are a collector’s dream. Each movie in the trilogy is getting its own limited-edition release on October 14, with sleek new steelbook packaging featuring inside-and-out film artwork. Priced between $29.99 and $34.99, each edition includes the movie on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and digital, along with a treasure trove of bonus features, from archival documentaries and outtakes to new retrospectives with co-writer Bob Gale and cast/crew members.
Pokémon TCG: Holiday Calendar (2025) Cheaper At TCGPlayer
The 2025 Pokémon TCG Holiday Calendar is shaping up to be a holiday highlight for fans without breaking the bank. While Amazon has it listed for $67.94, with the lowest price right now is actually at TCGplayer, where you can snag it for just $61.97. Inside, you’ll get a festive advent-style box with 25 surprises: eight foil promo cards with a snowflake Poké Ball stamp, six booster packs, seven fun packs, two coins, sticker sheets, and a bonus code card for Pokémon TCG Live. With boosters pulled from recent Scarlet & Violet expansions like Destined Rivals and Journey Together, this calendar offers both collectible promos and real gameplay value at the best price you’ll find online today.
Marvel Legends Series Wolverine Premium Roleplay Mask
Hasbro’s Marvel Legends Series Wolverine Premium Roleplay Mask is a must-have for fans of the clawed mutant, whether you’re into cosplay or just want a striking display piece. Priced at $99.99 and set to release on October 1 (with preorders live now at Amazon), this full-scale 1:1 mask recreates Wolverine’s look from Deadpool & Wolverine. It sports the classic yellow-and-black design with realistic battle damage and white eye screens, giving it a screen-accurate edge. The mask also comes with its own display stand, so it’ll look just as good on a shelf as it does when you wear it.
Tony Hawks Pro Skater 3 + 4 Under $35
As part of Amazon’s Labor Day sale, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 has dropped to its lowest price yet, making now the perfect time to grab it. Normally priced higher, this updated collection delivers classic arcade skateboarding with a modern polish. In our review where we scored it an 8/10, we praised the game for proving “the series’ over-the-top skateboarding formula is totally timeless,” even if some of the tweaks to THPS4 and the soundtrack choices didn’t fully land. At this price, though, you’re getting an iconic piece of gaming history for less than ever before.
Pokémon TCG ETBs and Booster Bundles
When it comes to sealed Pokémon TCG products, the real bargains today are on ETBs and booster bundles. White Flare is sitting at just $75 on TCGPlayer, which is a nice break from the usual $90+ price tags. Even the newer Destined Rivals and Black Bolt boxes are running cheaper there than anywhere else. And if you don’t want to spring for a full ETB, Prismatic Evolutions booster bundles are going for as low as $59, which feels like an easy pickup if you’re chasing singles without committing to a whole box.
I’m also eyeing a few of the new Funko Pop! preorders that just went live. Turtwig drops at the end of September for $15.99, while Ninetales and Absol are both set for mid-December at $14.99 each. These usually disappear around launch week, so if you’re the type who likes locking in new releases before they vanish, it’s probably worth snagging them now instead of hunting later at inflated prices.
Pokémon Funko Pop! Deals
Amazon’s been quietly slashing prices on a bunch of Pokémon Funko Pops, and some of them are cheaper than a booster pack. The biggest surprise for me was Horsea at just $4.31—that’s wild considering it normally goes for $12.99. There are plenty of others worth adding to your shelf too, like Fidough for $7.99, Dratini for $11.30, and even the 10-inch Pikachu for $62, which is a solid drop from its usual $75.99. Whether you’re filling gaps in your collection or just want a budget-friendly pick-up, today’s lineup has a nice mix of starters, legendaries, and fan favorites.
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.
The latest Humble Bundle is a LEGO Worlds Collide Bundle, which offers 17 LEGO games for as low as $15. Considering the full collection is worth $499 in value, that's an excellent bundle to jump on while it's available.
Humble’s LEGO Worlds Collide Bundle
As is the case with many different Humble Bundles, the number of games you get depends on the price you pay. The lowest amount you can shell out is $5, which gets you four games (LEGO Batman: The Videogame, LEGO The Hobbit, LEGO Marvel Super Heroes, and The LEGO Movie - Videogame).
By paying $10, you'll get the previously mentioned ones, plus four more (LEGO MARVEL's Avengers DELUXE EDITION, The LEGO NINJAGO Movie Video Game, LEGO The Lord of the Rings, and LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes) for a grand total of eight.
Finally, paying $15 or more nets you all 17 games, which are listed below:
LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga - Deluxe Edition
LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2 DELUXE EDITION
LEGO DC Super-Villains DELUXE EDITION
LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham PREMIUM EDITION
LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens DELUXE EDITION
LEGO Jurassic World
LEGO Worlds
LEGO Disney•Pixar's The Incredibles
The LEGO Movie 2 Videogame
LEGO MARVEL's Avengers DELUXE EDITION
The LEGO NINJAGO Movie Video Game
LEGO The Lord of the Rings
LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes
LEGO Batman: The Videogame
LEGO The Hobbit
LEGO Marvel Super Heroes
The LEGO Movie - Videogame
These games can all be redeemed on Steam, and the extra bonus of this bundle is it supports a charity. Specifically, this bundle supports the Raiden Science Foundation. You can increase your payment beyond the $15 to donate more to the foundation.
This bundle is set to run for another 20 days, so you have plenty of time to grab it, and keys don't expire until March 24, 2026, so you can take your time redeeming them, too.
Humble Bundle is part of IGN Entertainment, the division of Ziff Davis that includes GamesIndustry.biz, IGN, and MapGenie.
Hannah Hoolihan is a freelancer who writes with the guides and commerce teams here at IGN.
Hollow Knight: Silksong is out today, over six years after its initial announcement. Fans who have been waiting that entire time for the game finally have their hands on it in what is sure to mark an exciting new era for a community that’s driven itself to often-surprising lengths of hype and anticipation.
But for one fan in particular, today is not just a beginning, it’s an ending, an ending of a nearly five-year project that’s become a staple part of the Silksong community during the long wait for Team Cherry’s game. Today, September 4, 2025, marks the final video for the YouTube channel Daily Silksong News.
Daily Silksong News is exactly what it sounds like. It’s a YouTube channel run by Silksong community member Araraura, where he publishes a daily video covering what, if any, news about Hollow Knight: Silksong has surfaced on that day. But simple as the premise is, Daily Silksong News is impressive due to Araraura’s sheer dedication. Since the start of the channel, Araraura has made 1,693 videos. He tells me he hasn’t missed a single day.
Araraura doesn’t self-describe as a content creator or streamer or anything like that. He’s simply a fan. He was inspired by a channel tackling a similar Herculean task Elden Ring News, which was conducted by a fan going by Mordecai and which similarly provided daily updates on the game in question. Araraura saw this channel and wondered if there was a similar daily update for Silksong. When he saw there was not, he decided, on the spot, to make it.
But as anyone with an interest in Silksong will know, most days over the past four years, there simply has been no Silksong news. Thus, the vast majority of the videos on Daily Silksong News are less than a minute long. These simple videos consist of a basic thumbnail showing the main character, Hornet, and the text “Daily News Day 1577 [or whatever number] News?: No”. The videos themselves are mostly just Araraura narrating the following:
“Today is December 2023, 2023. This is Araraura, your host for today, bringing you your daily Silksong news. There has been no news to report for Silksong today. This has been your daily news for Silksong for today, December 23, 2023.”
As you might imagine, days with news are a bit more interesting. News days feature Araraura providing a brief explanation of what the news actually is, typically only a few minutes long, as well as a “Yes” in the thumbnail declaring that there was, in fact, news on that date. Some days are “Maybe” or “No, but…” news days, where there’s no actual news but something relevant and Silksong-adjacent happened that Araraura found worth reporting.
Those days, however, are few and far between. Mostly, it’s just Araraura reciting the same no-news script. He tells me that as time went on, he looked for ways to spice up the videos. He began inviting guests on to read the news, largely focusing on bringing in members of the Hollow Knight community, such as noted Hollow Knight lore expert Mossbag. He once did a crossover with Mordecai, where Mordecai read the Silksong news and Araraura read Elden Ring news. Araraura also sometimes has incorporated other fun and funny elements into his videos, such as short video clips, images, or gags. These additional bits have become more prevalent in the later videos, Araraura tells me, as some friends in his Discord group got more involved and helped make various projects and video elements for the channel, including a recurring puppet cutaway gag.
But mostly, for four-and-a-half years, it’s been the same update, day after day. And that’s suited Araraura just fine. The simplicity of the videos is what allowed him to keep going for so long. He tells me most of the videos take about 5-10 minutes to make. “Obviously, some of them take a very long time and a lot of effort from myself and from multiple other people who work on the videos, but the regular ones are just, record for 20 seconds, put it on Premier, and just change the numbers. That's how it works for the most part.”
What’s most impressive about Araraura’s effort, though, is his dedication. Easy as he makes it sound, Araraura says he’s never missed a daily update. He says when he wasn’t available on a given day, he’d record a “no news” video in advance, and “just hoped that there wouldn’t be Silksong news when I did.”
“Usually, when we get Silksong news after a massive drought, the first thing I do is I just quickly try to record and edit video, and just upload as fast as I can, because it feels like it's my job, and it's something really important that I need to get done,” he tells me, remembering one particularly memorable news day. “The most viewed video on my channel is when we got the release year back in April, and that was right when I was in the middle of work. And when I saw this, I had to try to get back home as fast as I could to record. And by the time I got there, I was already kind of in a frenzy, and you can even just hear it in the video. I was just screaming.”
That video in question has 1.5 million views and is, in fact, entertainingly frantic. But most of the videos on Araraura’s channel aren’t quite that big. Most of the “no news” videos have a few thousand views, unless there’s a particularly popular guest, which might bring them up into the tens of thousands. News days, of course, are far more popular, reaching into the hundreds of thousands of views. It’s not enough to make Araraura some kind of star YouTuber or anything, but he was able to make some money off the channel eventually.
“At the start it took me half a year to get a channel monetized, because YouTube's requirement is to have 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours in your videos, and it's really hard when your videos are like 20 seconds,” he says. “But yeah, eventually I made it, and it helped me build a nice side income. Not like something to live off of, but it was really nice financial support.”
Through it all, Araraura says he never even considered quitting, and was even prepared to keep on going even if Silksong didn’t release in 2025. Sure, he didn’t realize when he started that he was signing up for four-and-a-half years of this video series. He thought it would be a year or two, max. But it was so easy to keep going once he started, he just charged onward. “It didn't feel like daunting or exhausting, or anything like that. It was just five minutes. It's like brushing your teeth. You don't even really think about it.”
But today, that’s coming to an end. Araraura has published his final Silksong update to Daily Silksong News. In it, he does a face reveal, and shares some of his feelings about the channel and his work on it over the last few years. Turns out, as simple and goofy as his channel’s premise might be, it’s meant something to people.
“Lately I've had a lot of people come up to me and tell me, ‘Thank you for going with the channel for this long and for giving us the news,’ all this stuff,” he says. “And it felt really surreal to see all of this. I knew I had a following and the people knew about my channel, but I don't know, seeing people being so, so grateful, it really hit in a different way.”
But even so, Araraura doesn’t plan to continue the updates, even if Silksong gets DLC, though he points out that one of the mods from his Discord server has just made a new channel specifically for that. Instead, Araraura is going to hand out some giveaway keys for Silksong as he promised his following, and then he’s going to log off. No streaming, no videos, “full blackout mode, no internet, all Silksong,” he says. “I just want to fully be immersed in Silksong and just enjoy it in peace.”
Still, Araraura says there might be one thing that could get him to publish one last Daily Silksong Update. “Team Cherry, if you're reading this, hit me up on Discord. We will try to make an extra day for you on the channel or something.”
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Rebekah Valentine is a senior reporter for IGN. You can find her posting on BlueSky @duckvalentine.bsky.social. Got a story tip? Send it to rvalentine@ign.com.
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