Pokémon Champions: Release date, times, platforms, full Pokémon list & trailers
The latest on the mobile versions & all the Pokémon you can recruit.
After being announced all the way back in early 2025, the release date for Pokémon Champions is nearly here — coming to a couple of specific platforms at certain times, depending on your timezone. What's more, along with Pocket Monsters you can use from other games via Pokémon Home, Pokémon Champions has a full list of Pokémon you can access in the game to use as well. Along with what Pokémon are natively available, what the game is coming, and when it will be arriving on other platforms, here is everything we know about Pokémon Champions so far. When is the Pokémon Champions release date? The release date for Pokémon Champions is Wednesday 8 April 2026, on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch consoles, as confirmed during the March Pokémon Present. As well as this, Nintendo confirmed that on release day, players will be able to get their hands on a Starter Pack bundle that includes extra benefits like more Pokémon storage space, an extra battle song and more. Both an Android and iOS mobile release is also in development, but will launch at a later date. What times does Pokémon Champions come out? Fan Pokemon website Serebii has shared on X (formerly Twitter), that the Pokemon Company has confirmed Pokemon Champions will release at around 3am UTC on 8 April. This means will release at the following times in various timezones: 8pm PDT (April 7) 4AM BST (April 8) 11PM EDT (April 7) 4am CET (April 8) 12pm JST (Aprl 8) 12am BRT (April 8) 1pm AET (April 8) What is Pokémon Champions? Pokémon Champions is a free-to-start, turn-based strategy spin-off built to focus entirely on Pokémon battles rather than a dedicated open-world RPG. Developed by The Pokémon Works in collaboration with Game Freak, it centres on online competition, with Ranked, Casual, and Private Battles available in both Single and Double formats. Players can put together teams by recruiting Pokémon in-game or by bringing certain partners over through Pokémon Home (from Scarlet & Violet, Legends: Z-A, FireRed & LeafGreen, etc), while cross-platform play is planned across Nintendo Switch and mobile. Along with supporting major power-up mechanics from mainline games via the player's Omni Ring — Mega Evolution, Z-moves, Gigantamax, Dynamax, and Terastallization — Champions is replacing the use of the latest mainline Pokémon games at official Play! Pokemon VGC events, like the Pokemon World Championships; with that, players can consistently take part in the competitive scene without having to start over every few years with the newest title, as Champions can simply update its meta with the latest mechanics as the meta evolves with new games. Which consoles and platforms can play Pokémon Champions? After launching on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch consoles on 8 April, Pokémon Champions will also be released on iOS and Android mobile devices later this year. Does Pokémon Champions have an iOS & Android mobile release date? The mobile phone versions of Pokémon Champions on iOS and Android have not been given a specific release date yet, but the ports are definitely coming out later in 2026; we expect to be given a specific date after the Nintendo Switch consoles' launch. This can usually be the case with multi-platform games, as developers sometimes want to hold off on giving specifics about additional ports in case the first needs some quick post-launch updates. Nevertheless, we will be updating this guide as soon as we know more. Full list of available Pokémon in Champions Confirmed by Serebii, Pokémon Champions has 162 Pokémon that are available to rent in the game by recruiting for free and spending Victory Points — instead of using those you have through Pokémon Home; the full list of Pokémon available to rent in Champions is as follows: Venusaur — Grass/Poison type Charizard — Fire/Flying type Blastoise — Water type Beedrill — Bug/Poison type Pikachu — Electric type Raichu — Electric type Raichu (Alolan) — Electric/Psychic type Clefable — Fairy type Ninetales — Fire type Ninetales (Alolan) — Ice/Fairy type Arcanine — Fire type Arcanine (Hisuian) — Fire/Rock type Alakazam — Psychic type Victreebel — Grass/Poison type Slowbro — Water/Psychic type Slowbro (Galarian) — Poison/Psychic type Gengar — Ghost/Poison type Kangaskhan — Normal type Starmie — Water/Psychic type Pinsir — Bug type Tauros — Normal type Gyarados — Water/Flying type Ditto — Normal type Vaporeon — Water type Jolteon — Electric type Flareon — Fire type Aerodactyl — Rock/Flying type Snorlax — Normal type Dragonite — Dragon/Flying type Meganium — Grass type Typhlosion — Fire type Typhlosion (Hisuian) — Fire/Ghost type Feraligatr — Water type Ampharos — Electric type Azumarill — Water/Fairy type Politoed — Water type Espeon — Psychic type Umbreon — Dark type Slowking — Water/Psychic type Steelix — Steel/Ground type Scizor — Bug/Steel type Heracross — Bug/Fighting type Skarmory — Steel/Flying type Houndoom — Dark/Fire type Tyranitar — Rock/Dark type Pelipper — Water/Flying type Gardevoir — Psychic/Fairy type Sableye — Dark/Ghost type Aggron — Steel/Rock type Torkoal — Fire type Altaria — Dragon/Flying type Milotic — Water type Castform — Normal type Absol — Dark type Metagross — Steel/Psychic type Torterra — Grass/Ground type Infernape — Fire/Fighting type Empoleon — Water/Steel type Lopunny — Normal type Spiritomb — Ghost/Dark type Garchomp — Dragon/Ground type Lucario — Fighting/Steel type Hippowdon — Ground type Abomasnow — Grass/Ice type Weavile — Dark/Ice type Rhyperior — Ground/Rock type Leafeon — Grass type Glaceon — Ice type Gliscor — Ground/Flying type Mamoswine — Ice/Ground type Gallade — Psychic/Fighting type Froslass — Ice/Ghost type Rotom — Electric/Ghost type Serperior — Grass type Emboar — Fire/Fighting type Samurott — Water type Samurott (Hisuian) — Water/Dark type Excadrill — Ground/Steel type Audino — Normal type Conkeldurr — Fighting type Whimsicott — Grass/Fairy type Krookodile — Ground/Dark type Garbodor — Poison type Zoroark — Dark type Zoroark (Hisuian) — Normal/Ghost type Vanilluxe — Ice type Emolga — Electric/Flying type Chandelure — Ghost/Fire type Stunfisk (Galarian) — Ground/Steel type Golurk — Ground/Ghost type Hydreigon — Dark/Dragon type Volcarona — Bug/Fire type Chesnaught — Grass/Fighting type Delphox — Fire/Psychic type Greninja — Water/Dark type Diggersby — Normal/Ground type Talonflame — Fire/Flying type Vivillon — Bug/Flying type Floette — Fairy type Furfrou — Normal type Meowstic — Psychic type Aegislash — Steel/Ghost type Clawitzer — Water type Tyrantrum — Rock/Dragon type Aurorus — Rock/Ice type Sylveon — Fairy type Hawlucha — Fighting/Flying type Goodra — Dragon type Klefki — Steel/Fairy type Trevenant — Ghost/Grass type Gourgeist — Ghost/Grass type Noivern — Flying/Dragon type Decidueye — Grass/Ghost type Decidueye (Hisuian) — Grass/Fighting type Incineroar — Fire/Dark type Primarina — Water/Fairy type Toucannon — Normal/Flying type Crabominable — Fighting/Ice type Lycanroc — Rock type Toxapex — Poison/Water type Mudsdale — Ground type Araquanid — Water/Bug type Tsareena — Grass type Oranguru — Normal/Psychic type Mimikyu — Ghost/Fairy type Drampa — Normal/Dragon type Kommo-o — Dragon/Fighting type Corviknight — Flying/Steel type Appletun — Grass/Dragon type Sandaconda — Ground type Polteageist — Ghost type Hatterene — Psychic/Fairy type Grimmsnarl — Dark/Fairy type Mr. Rime — Ice/Psychic type Runerigus — Ground/Ghost type Alcremie — Fairy type Morpeko — Electric/Dark type Dragapult — Dragon/Ghost type Kleavor — Bug/Rock type Ursaluna — Ground/Normal type Basculegion — Water/Ghost type Sneasler — Fighting/Poison type Meowscarada — Grass/Dark type Skeledirge — Fire/Ghost type Quaquaval — Water/Fighting type Pawmot — Electric/Fighting type Maushold — Normal type Garganacl — Rock type Armarouge — Fire/Psychic type Ceruledge — Fire/Ghost type Scovillain — Grass/Fire type Tinkaton — Fairy/Steel type Palafin — Water type Orthworm — Steel type Glimmora — Rock/Poison type Dondozo — Water type Tatsugiri — Dragon/Water type Farigiraf — Normal/Psychic type Kingambit — Dark/Steel type Sinistcha — Grass/Ghost type Archaludon — Steel/Dragon type Hydrapple — Grass/Dragon type View Riddle on the source website Is there a trailer for Pokémon Champions? Several Pokémon Champions trailers have dropped since the game's announcement in early 2025; starting with the reveal trailer on Pokémon Day that year. Late 2025 overview After a few months of silence, the Pokémon Company dropped a two-minute gameplay reveal showing snippets of battles and the game's Pokémon recruitment feature. Pokémon Day 2026 trailer To add to the Pokémon Day celebrations in 2026, Champions has given an exciting new minute-and-a-half trailer — hinting at how the new battle-focused spin-off will take the lead on the video game series' competitive battling scene. View oEmbed on the source website Overview trailer View oEmbed on the source website Ahead of the game's release date, the overview trailer gave us the biggest look at Pokemon Champions' gameplay yet; not only does this trailer give us a proper deep dive into how the Pokemon recruitment mechanic works, but also how battles and currencies work, new abilities for Legends: Z-A starter's Mega Evolutions (Feraligatr, Meganium, and Emboar), and even breakdowns on how to easily optimise Pokemon with natures and EVs. World overview trailer View oEmbed on the source website The last trailer we've seen before the Pokémon Champions' release date, this new overview was essentially a new cutscene showing off the game's world of the Battle Arena in the city of Frontier, along with revealing two of its characters as they start a Pokémon battle: Carawat (owner of the Battle Arena) and Kajima (Mayor of Frontier). 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Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 console commands – All KCD2 cheat codes and how to use them
Remember to save the game before you use any cheat codes.
It's no secret that Warhorse Studios' meticulous 14th-century Bohemia RPG-cum-simulator can be brutally difficult, but you can make your peasant life a whole lot easier by employing Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 console commands, and luckily for you, you shan't need to serf the web any longer, for we've got all KCD2 cheat codes and how to use them explained! Of course, the experience is terrific without cheats, but if you've played it top to bottom and romanced every poor wretch Henry of Skalitz comes into contact with, then perhaps you'll want to spice things up a bit. However, it is worth noting that console commands are available to those playing on PC only, we're afraid to say. Currently, there are no cheats for consoles, which is a real shame. But, without further ado, read on for all KCD2 console commands and how to use them - just don't tell the bailiff! How to use console commands in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 To activate a Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 console command, the first step is to activate Developer Mode. Right-click on Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 in your Steam library Choose 'Properties' Select 'Launch Options' Type in and insert -devmode Launch the game and press the tilde (~) key By following the steps above, you can enter console commands to activate cheats in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 cheats. Entering ?_ brings up the full list of console commands in-game, and we’ve outlined them all below for you, along with what each one does. Full list of console commands in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Here is the full list of KCD2 console commands (they are case-sensitive, so enter them as they appear on this page to activate them): cheat_set_wanted_level=0 | Removes your wanted level cl_fov | Change the field of view goto (coordinates) | Teleport to the location you enter in the brackets as coordinates we_sys_NoSavePotion = 1 | You can save the game without using a Saviour Schnapp Wh_cheat_money | Add the number of groschen you wish to be added to your in-game wallet wh_horse_JumpGravityMult = -0.1 to -1 | Lowers the gravity of your horse wh_horse_JumpHeight = 1 to 200 | Increases jump height of your horse (standard value is 1, can increase up to 200) wh_horse_StealCurrentHorse | Steal the horse you’re currently sitting on wh_pl_LockPickingDOF = 50 | Increases the time it takes before a lockpick breaks wh_pl_LockPickingShakeOverride = 0 | Disables screen-shake while lockpicking wh_pl_ShowFireCursor 1 | Keeps your aiming reticle up wh_rpg_getLocation | Shows you the coordinates of your current location wh_rpg_OneShotKill = 1 | One shot kill everyone wh_rpg_UnlockAllAchievements | Unlock every achievement wh_ui_showHUD = 0 | Disables the HUD (enter 1 to bring it back) View Green Video on the source website How to get cheat code items in KCD2 To add items with console commands in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, you need to enter the code: wh_cheat_additem and then add the item ID and the quantity you want in your inventory. For example, if you want a lock pick, you’ll enter the following: wh_cheat_additem 8d76f58e-a521-4205-a7e8-9ac077eee5f0. Here is the list of KCD2 item IDs that are worth knowing: Armourer's kit: 167eb312-0e9d-4c2f-8ce3-56c32f5a84cb Bandage: 9fa3000e-3807-48a8-bed8-81427f0bda55 Belladonna: a314b580-bc97-4802-ae1f-8f4803e34503 Blacksmith's kit: C707733a-c0a7-4f02-b684-9392b0b15b83 Bread: 86e4ff24-88db-4024-abe6-46545fa0fbd1 Brunswick's bascinet: 157697b8-f618-4856-aea2-3b3cba06c1d6 Brunswick's brigandine: 8f0afc06-e359-4371-b1ce-a312f5d4aa64 Brunswick's caparison: d4fb7944-20da-47b1-bf93-03bc58176793 Brunswick's chainmail coif: 25054826-ae61-4599-a070-c8ea6248e616 Brunswick's gauntlets: c052fb20-9f20-4ebd-8b7f-8ff937ee11b0 Brunswick's plate leg armour: 96981577-61e6-4e10-bb01-c3cb879aa920 Brunswick's plate sleeves: 448e8c3b-a420-41ff-af0f-b98d48784ea8 Brunswick's poleaxe: aa11269e-ee54-46e0-b7c7-1efc50d7bcb8 Cobbler's kit: 238538b5-cd3e-460e-8e85-52c820edb716 Cooked chicken: 4eed0a2b-1233-40b4-88f5-7f67de916b58 Henry's sword reforged: 62096670-22ca-473c-adc3-bc63a9369550 Invincibility potion: 27144e47-00aa-468e-a81b-49cb3b248b07 Lockpick: 8d76f58e-a521-4205-a7e8-9ac077eee5f0 Marigold decoction: b38c34b7-6016-4f64-9ba2-65e1ce31d4a1 Nettle: 5e9b4fa1-aafa-4352-b5d6-58df2c263caa Saviour Schnapps: 928463d9-e21a-4f7c-b5d3-8378ed375cd1 Smoked sausage: 29a4f58e-6e00-4f9c-9273-1a76e0eccff0 Tailor's kit: 9f7a0c0a-6458-4622-9cc5-2f4dd4898b50 Read more on Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2: Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 review - the adventure of a lifetime How to make potions in KCD2 - become a brewing master Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 map - how big is it? 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Silent Hill games in order: Release and story timeline
Following the Silent Hill 2 remake last year, Silent Hill f is finally taking the franchise to Japan for the very first time. But whether you're a total Silent Hill newbie or a veteran of the town, it's good to know how to play the Silent Hill games in order, as well as which ones you need to play to understand the story to its fullest. Despite how many total games there are, there are only four main entries in the series, in addition to plenty of spin-offs. You won't be short of Silent Hill games to jump into, but if you're after story alone, then you need to know which ones to play and in what order to play them. That's why we're here to help! We've put together a full list of Silent Hill games in release order, as well as a separate list of the main games and the story order to play them in. Silent Hill games in release date order The Silent Hill franchise started in 1999 with the launch of the original release, with the most recent entry into the franchise coming in 2024 with a remastered version of Silent Hill 2. There are also numerous spin-offs, which we've listed below along with their original launch and their respective platforms. Without further ado, here's the complete list of Silent Hill games in release date order: Silent Hill (1999 | PS1) Silent Hill 2 (2001 | PS2) Silent Hill 3 (2003 | PS2, Windows PC) Silent Hill 4: The Room (2004 | PS2) Silent Hill: Arcade (2007 | Arcade hardware) Silent Hill: Origins (2007 | PS2, PSP) Silent Hill: Orphan (2007 | iOS, FOMA) Silent Hill: The Escape (2007 | iOS, FOMA) Silent Hill: Orphan 2 (2008 | iOS, FOMA) Silent Hill: Homecoming (2008 | PS3, Xbox 360) Silent Hill: Shattered Memories (2009 | Wii, PS2, PSP) Silent Hill: Orphan 3 (2010 | iOS, FOMA) Silent Hill: Downpour (2012 | Xbox 360, PS3) Silent Hill: Book of Memories (2012 | PS Vita) PT (2014 | PS4) Silent Hill: The Short Message (2024 | PS5) Silent Hill 2 Remake (2024 | PS5, PC) Silent Hill f (2025 | PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC) Several of the games listed above are also playable on modern-day systems thanks to their digital storefronts. How to play the Silent Hill games in story order Considering there are several spin-offs, it can be tricky to play all of the Silent Hill games in the correct order. There are a few games in the franchise that have no connection to the main story, so we've not included them to avoid any kind of confusion. Silent Hill: Origins (2007) Set around 1976, trucker Travis Grady takes a detour through Silent Hill that causes him to be involved in the events that affected Alessa Gillespie before the first Silent Hill game took place. The game sees Travis getting involved with Alessa's mother, along with the Order – which is attempting to bring their deity into the world. Silent Hill: Origins sets the scene for the first game, as Harry Mason and his wife adopt a child, named Cheryl, from the town. Buy Silent Hill Origins (PS2) now Silent Hill (PS1) The first of the four main Silent Hill games takes place seven years after what happened in Origins. Harry and his wife raise Cheryl without much issue. Harry's wife passes away four years before this game takes place. Harry isn't best pleased with the Order continuing its attempt to resurrect the god they're worshipping, and returns to Silent Hill. He eliminates the god and Dahlia from the cult but loses Cheryl in the process. He does manage to rescue Heather, the reincarnated entity of Cheryl and Alessa. <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Konami-Silent-Hill-Platinum-PS/dp/B000050GSM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=M1NQJIMU1IEE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bK58uS4LAfn_ADLQUa4bkdkMRyf8kEm2NP-tPeZn3Qyhm_qwYOcf45z0LZF6ctQ90FBg07uhk8_dIs8xNesdkwEPwefhBvycLVqiIgS9ddypAW80NjKVky1HRTotwn0DK-3AdF0vbXRKyf3Yrp03RUAEpbfMuY9JQar3TYuPS4VE9qd_56WrI5G71XtiFi4FNqmZ5oYm6aHrdPsKJNuP2KyynJsdNpu0s9beZCMQYBI.iJscMYdtrCbJg6Cbgc_rXR3SNVaSltKYv2V8c4mWjRU&dib_tag=se&keywords=silent+hill+1&nsdOptOutParam=true&qid=1729523500&s=videogames&sprefix=silent+hill+1%2Cvideogames%2C99&sr=1-1&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2126287" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Buy Silent Hill (PS1) on Amazon now Silent Hill 2 (PS5, PC, PS2) Silent Hill 2 focuses on the tale of James Sunderland, and is set in the early 1990s. Sunderland receives a letter from his late wife instructing him to find their 'special place', the town of Silent Hill. Instead of finding the happy place, he finds other tortured people who've been affected by the evil located within the town. Silent Hill 3 (PS2, Windows PC) Silent Hill 3 is set 17 years after the events of the first Silent Hill game. Harry raises Heather as his own, but the Order has managed to rebuild under the supervision of Claudia, another protagonist focused on resurrecting the mysterious god. Heather is the main focus of this particular game. She's been lured back to Silent Hill and attempts to stop the Order once and for all. <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Konami-P2OEADKON12418-Silent-Hill-PS2/dp/B00008NNPY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ZXTDYZ9OCWQK&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Jbb7mh1EhKA_GOKYcv04OblfDPjr6RZZ1SnzvcDzFtPkkwhPsCymEufq0_-GFUDBmUz1gA2eKMYQb4F2EaDLiHY2GT2DFPfXBJ3y05PbFpMTUxRp05Rc__anklwlgeatGw1NhXqR4hWHB44T8R1cpA3FMVpCGNSRxlgeilqwQBgr-2efw76BZSsCogmR7NxGSrh-1XewiwDtgE2dhf-2qIe32T5-s1uCncZ1fyQ03Io.sTpxmiVtU8MljqhNCxh5PYRy0AiMnY61lyfByn7JnNY&dib_tag=se&keywords=silent+hill+3&nsdOptOutParam=true&qid=1729524297&s=videogames&sprefix=silent+hill+3%2Cvideogames%2C119&sr=1-1&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2126287" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Buy Silent Hill 3 on Amazon now Silent Hill 4: The Room (PS3) Silent Hill 4 sees players follow Henry Townsend, a resident of a town close to Silent Hill. He wakes up one day to find himself locked inside his own apartment thanks to numerous chains and locks covering the door. A hole in the bathroom looks to be his way out, but it's a way to the Otherworld, a mirror of his world but with plenty of horrors. Alongside Henry, there's the spirit of a serial killer that also resides in his apartment. <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Silent-Hill-4-The-Room/dp/B0002B6QAU/ref=sr_1_1?crid=P4DNJE82POOL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vYYM0CdJrk-jYlhju_u7thC0TBaS3eOFHBaeURtf9UhxVQWC3DBfSicm2mjc5zp8YIBE23XSharHxqkj_IXY_SD8x2ieSE22fTjWBgQGvPIWB8jg25DyaPsPDag4nAbZpANqJybe6WYQPm2qot6zO90ydQuBn72AT-Gw3BsOrvYnhusUoKWZaf9uA5M-U81ffkIwZgg1MAYJpqHsTxf5EpwQG806i1o5iImNyy4vF40.BYoBCAWL6STUkGZSOgQ1C8lNxbuYHz3TtZNsej-xMmg&dib_tag=se&keywords=silent+hill+4&nsdOptOutParam=true&qid=1729524862&s=videogames&sprefix=silent+hill+%2Cvideogames%2C145&sr=1-1&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2126287" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Buy Silent Hill 4: The Room on Amazon now Silent Hill: Downpour (PS3, Xbox 360) This particular story is self-contained within Silent Hill: Downpour. The game follows Murphy Pendleton, who's after revenge following the death of his son. While a bus transferring Murphy to another prison crashes in the cursed town, he and Officer Anne Cunningham look to fend off the demons to survive. <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Konami-Digital-Entertainment-B-V-4012927053744/dp/B0058H1VFS/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_2?crid=21WUK36XUQ20N&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.0-WW9uzNkUazPHmFsWsonem2nSnt0m3wsARw7SKaO0aPZEsD1eb3dhBL0qBBdJGh.bpWQ_ZZ-CKfS9cQkbW3maoablrZnUjQl2NObiXdBu84&dib_tag=se&keywords=silen+hill+downpour&nsdOptOutParam=true&qid=1729525356&sprefix=silen+hill+downpou%2Caps%2C92&sr=8-2-fkmr1&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2126287" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Buy Silent Hill: Downpour on Amazon now Silent Hill: Homecoming (PS3, Xbox 360, PC) Similar to Downpour, Silent Hill: Homecoming has its own storyline that struggles to fit into the main timeline. The game follows Alex Shepherd, a war veteran who is grabbing a lift from Travis Grady, the main protagonist from Silent Hill: Origins Upon his return, his hometown is covered in the mysterious fog, while his brother has disappeared and his parents aren't acting normally. The Order is back once again to follow through on a pact that was made with the founders of the town. Alex manages to make an escape, but his life isn't what it's seemed. Silent Hill: Shattered Memories (Wii, PS2, PSP) Last but not least on this list is Silent Hill: Shattered Memories, a reimagining of the very first game. You follow Harry Mason, who explores a Silent Hill which sports a new icy look. The majority of the plot is the same, but there are notable changes that have huge implications on the events that take place in Silent Hill 1 and Silent Hill 3. It doesn't fit in the game's main timeline, but we think it's worth a mention due to its plot. 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Gamescom 2025: Dates, tickets and what to expect
With the untimely demise of E3, it has fallen upon Europe's largest gaming trade show, Gamescom 2025, to be one of the biggest events of the summer, and we've got the skinny on all the dates, details and what to expect! If you're struggling to find a link, we've got you covered on where and when to watch Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025. Publishers, developers, platform holders, gamers, Geoff Keighley and journalists from around the globe have descended upon Cologne to see just what has been behind the curtain in gaming land. But if we had to recommend some journalists to keep you up to date on all things Gamescom, then we'd be remiss to not mention that some of the Radio Times Gaming team are on the ground at Cologne, while the rest of us hold the fort back in Ol' Blighty. You can keep up to date on all the goings on by checking out the website, our X page, on TikTok and be sure to keep an eye on the Radio Times Gaming YouTube channel for some reactions and more! When is Gamescom 2025? Dates confirmed Gamescom 2025 takes place from 20th August and runs until 24th August. Gamescom has often taken place in August, and for 2025, it's no different. The now traditional Opening Night Live warmup show, containing world premieres, announcements and trailers from the biggest names in gaming, will take place on 19th August 2025. Where is Gamescom 2025? Gamescom 2025 is taking place in Cologne, Germany, at the Cologne Fair exhibition centre. The centre has been the location of Gamescom since its debut in 2009. Sixteen years later, Gamescom has become the biggest gaming convention in the world, with hundreds of thousands of attendees paying a visit. How to get tickets for Gamescom 2025 Unfortunately, at the time of writing tickets for Gamescom 2025 are now sold out. You can currently purchase tickets for Opening Night Live for 34€, however. Be aware that while tickets are available for the Gamescom Congress, this is a separate event from Gamescom itself, featuring talks and conferences largely targeted at games industry professionals. View Green Video on the source website What to expect from Gamescom 2025 There is a LOT to look forward to at Gamescom 2025, with some of the biggest developers and publishers in the world coming to the show. Xbox will be there, showing all the likes of Hollow Knight: Silksong, Borderlands 4, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Cronos: The New Dawn, Invincible VS and even the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally X. Nintendo will be there too, also with Silksong, as well as Elden Ring, Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Legends: Z-A and more. Overall, there are far too many games at this year's show to list them all, so here's a few highlights we've got our eye on: Resident Evil Requiem Silent Hill f Crimson Desert Morbid Metal God Save Birmingham Anno 117: Pax Romana The Blood of Dawnwalker And many more! If you're curious as to what we'll be checking out when we're there, you can hear it in the clip below from the RTG pod! View Green Video on the source website Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
FC 25 wonderkids: Best young players with high Career Mode potential
While Ultimate Team might rule the roost, Career Mode is still one of the best ways to play FC 25, especially if you relish watching your players develop over time. If you're considering starting up a new save while you wait for the upcoming FC 26 release date, then you probably want some wonderkids to add to your squad. FC 25 has a ton of talented youngsters with high potentials that you can nurture into world class players, or potentially sell on for a huge profit if you prefer. That's why we've put together a list of the best FC 25 wonderkids, so you can easily sign all the best young players in each position with ease – assuming you have the money, of course! Best young players in FC 25 Career Mode The best young players in FC 25 Career Mode are Lamine Yamal and Endrick, thanks to their sky-high potential ability. Here are a few more of the top prospects: Lamine Yamal: Age 17 | FC Barcelona | RW | 81 OVR | 94 POT Endrick: Age 18 | Real Madrid | ST | OVR 77 | 91 POT Warren Zaïre-Emery: Age 18 | PSG | CM, CDM | 80 OVR | 90 POT Arda Güler: Age 19 | Real Madrid | RW, CAM | 78 OVR | 90 POT Kobbie Mainoo: Age 19 | Manchester United | CDM, CM | 77 OVR | 87 POT Jorrel Hato: Age 18 | Ajax | CB, LB | 73 OVR | 88 POT Nico Williams: Age 21 | Athletic Bilbao | RM, LM | 85 OVR | 89 POT Arthur Vermeeren: Age 19 | RB Leipzig | CDM, CM | 76 OVR | 87 POT Pau Cubarsi: Age 18 | FC Barcelona | CB | 78 OVR | 90 POT Guillaume Restes: Age 19 | Toulouse FC | GK | 78 OVR | 88 POT We've looked at a variety of factors for these players, including their overall potential (via Futwiz), growth, contract length and prices. While some of these players are already at the top clubs and may be quite expensive to pick up, we have excluded some of the very best that you probably won't be able to sign, who are already some of the highest-rated players overall, such as Jude Bellingham, Jamal Musiala, and João Neves. We've also defined wonderkids as any player aged 21 or younger – that means a few players like Cole Palmer, Bukayo Saka and Pedri unfortunately don't make the cut, despite still relatively young. While you could certainly make a strong attacking team out of these players, it's looking a little light at the back, with Jorrel Hato and Pau Cubarsi being the only defenders – that's why you can check out the best young players for each role further down. These players won’t be used as much in Division Rivals or FUT Champs unless they fit with an Evolution, but they are sure to set you up for years in Career Mode, especially if you use the right Player Roles. Best young strikers in FC 25 The best young strikers in FC 25 with high potential are as follows: Benjamin Šeško: Age 21 | RB Leipzig | ST | 79 OVR | 88 POT Semih Kiliçsoy: Age 19 | Besiktas | ST | 72 OVR | 88 POT Mathys Tel: Age 19 | Bayern Munich | ST, RM, LM | 77 OVR | 88 POT Vitor Roque: Age 19 | Real Betis (on loan from Barcelona) | ST, LW, RW | 76 OVR| 87 POT Evan Ferguson: Age 19 | Brighton and Hove Albion | ST | 74 OVR | 86 POT Mustafa Hekimoğlu: Age 17 | Besiktas | ST | 62 OVR | 86 POT George Ilenikhena: Age 18 | AS Monaco | ST | 70 OVR | 86 POT Youssoufa Moukoko: Age 19 | Borussia Dortmund | ST | 77 OVR | 85 POT Samu: Age 20 | Porto | ST | 73 OVR | 84 POT Eli Junior Kroupi: Age 18 | Lorient | ST | 68 OVR | 81 POT Stefanos Tzimas: Age 18 | 1. FC Nürnberg | ST | 67 OVR | 77 POT Finding a striker who can get 15/20 goals a season is a priority for any club and the below players will ensure goals and eventually allow you to rake in a tidy profit. All of the above players are pure strikers, and you may even be able to get them on loan in some cases. Benjamin Šeško is certainly the best choice out of these players, as not only does he have the joint-highest potential, but he's also fairly well-developed already, meaning he can slot right into your team. This does mean he'll be expensive, however, so if you're a little strapped for cash, then Semih Kiliçsoy of Besiktas is a much more affordable option, though he'll take a bit longer to develop. Best young wingers in FC 25 If you need one of the best young wingers in FC 25, these are who we'd suggest picking up in Career Mode: Johan Bakayoko: Age 21| PSV | RW | 79 OVR | 88 POT Matias Soule: Age 21 | Roma | RM, RW | 77 OVR | 88 POT Alberto Moleiro: Age 20 | Las Palmas | LM | 77 OVR | 77 POT | 87 POT Alejandro Garnacho: Age 20 | Manchester United | LM, RM | 79 OVR | 87 POT Julien Duranville: Age 18 | Borussia Dortmund | LM, RM, ST | 66 OVR | 87 POT Yeremy Pino: Age 21 | Villareal | LM, LW | 79 OVR | 87 POT Newerton: Age 19 | Shakhtar Donetsk | LW, LM | 69 OVR | 82 POT Jamie Bynoe-Gittens: Age 19 | Borussia Dortmund | LM | 75 OVR| 86 POT If you play with width in FC 25, then tricky wingers are going to be real difference-makers. They will pitch in with goals, assists, and stretching the play to create space for the rest of your team. Each of these players will help add dynamism and quality to any attack. Both Johan Bakayoko and Matias Soule represent excellent choices, with both eventually capable of developing to an overall rating of 88, and will be a fair bit cheaper than Lamine Yamal. If you're looking for a club to manage in Career Mode, you might want to go for Dortmund, as they have a wonderkid winger for both flanks of the pitch in the form of Julien Duranville and Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, who has recently earned himself a TOTS card in Ultimate Team. Best young midfielders in FC 25 We have grouped defensive, attacking, and traditional midfielders together, but regardless of how you play, these players are the heartbeat of your side in FC 25 Career mode. We have included their positions to help narrow down what you’re looking for. Gavi: Age 19 | FC Barcelona | CM, LW | 83 OVR | 90 POT João Neves: Age 19 | PSG | CM | 79 OVR | 88 POT Assan Ouédraogo: Age 18 | RB Leipzig | CAM, CM | 69 OVR | 87 POT Oscar Gloukh: Age 20 | RB Salzburg | CAM | 76 OVR | 87 POT Archie Gray: Age 18 | Tottenham Hotspur | CM, RB, CDM | 73 OVR | 87 POT Lucas Bergvall: Age 18 | Tottenham Hotspur | CM | 68 OVR | 87 POT Pablo Barrios: Age 21 | Atletico Madrid | CM, CDM | 76 OVR | 86 POT Etahn Nwaneri: Age 17 | Arsenal | CAM | 64 OVR | 86 POT Pablo Torre: Age 21 | Barcelona | CAM, LM, CM | 74 OVR | 86 POT Lewis Miley: Age 18 | Newcastle United | CM, CDM, CAM | 72 OVR | 86 POT Sverre Halseth Nypan: Age 17 | Rosenborg | CAM, CM | 66 OVR | 86 POT Hugo Larsson: Age 20 | Eintracht Frankfurt | CM, CDM | 74 OVR | 86 POT Javi Guerra: Age 21 | Valencia | CM, CDM | 75 OVR | 86 POT Harvey Elliott: Age 21 | Liverpool | CAM, CM | 78 OVR | 86 POT Tommaso Baldanzi: Age 21 | Roma | CAM | 76 OVR | 83 POT Gavi is far and away the best option here, with a whopping 90 overall rating, but because of that, he's also going to cost you an arm and a leg – João Neves and Oscar Gloukh won't be much cheaper either. For more of a bargain, you're better off looking at Assan Ouédraogo of RB Leipzig or Newcastle's Lewis Miley, so long as you have the patience to develop them. You may also recognise Rosenborg's Sverre Halseth Nypan if you're a big Football Manager fan, as the Norwegian has made quite a name for himself as an FM24 wonderkid too. View Riddle on the source website Best young full-backs in FC 25 These are the best young LBs and RBs in FC 25 to sign: Jorrel Hato: Age 18 | Ajax | LB | 76 OVR | 88 POT Alejandro Balde: Age 20 | Barcelona | LB | 81 OVR | 89 POT Destiny Udogie: Age 21 | Tottenham Hotspur | LB | 82 OVR | 86 POT Malo Gusto: Age 21 | Chelsea | RB | 80 OVR | 86 POT Rico Lewis: Age 19 | Manchester City | RB | 76 OVR | 85 POT Milos Kerkez: Age 20 | AFC Bournemouth | LB | 77 OVR | 84 POT Max Johnston: Age 20 | Sturm Graz | RB | 64 OVR | 74 OVR There was a time when full-backs weren’t considered fashionable positions, but that changed recently. Now, your full-back or wing-back is instrumental to a team's success, equally contributing at both ends of the pitch and even inverting to add extra bodies in midfield. If you have cash to burn, Ajax's Jorrel Hato and Barca's Alejandro Balde have the highest potential ratings, but both are left-backs, so you'll probably only need one. On the right flank, Malo Gusto and Rico Lewis are the best options, although both will also be rather expensive. Best young centre-backs in FC 25 Now that Player Roles have been added into FC 25, it’s vital to sign defenders who fit the way you want to play. If you want to build from the back, ensure the players are comfortable with the ball at their feet and can pass, whilst other defenders are more traditional destroyers. These are the top young CBs we'd pick up: Jorrel Hato: Age 18 | Ajax | 73 OVR | 88 POT Giorgio Scalvini: Age 20 | Atalanta | 78 OVR | 88 POT Luka Vušcović: Age 17 | Westerlo (on loan from Tottenham Hotspur) | 64 OVR | 88 POT Leny Yoro: Age 18 | Manchester United | 78 OVR | 86 POT António Silva: Age 20 | Benfica | 79 OVR | 86 POT Tobías Palacio: Age 17 | Argentinos Jrs | 68 OVR | 84 POT Giovanni Leoni: Age 17 | Sampdoria | 65 OVR | 80 POT Håkon Volden: Age 17 | Rosenborg | 53 OVR | 79 POT Jorrel Hato is back again, as the versatile defender can do a job at centre-back as well as left-back, and he's joined by Atalanta's domineering young Giorgio Scalvini. Luka Vušcović represents the best value, though you'll have to wait until he finishes his loan at Westerlo – if you can't wait that long, then you should take a look at Tobías Palacio instead. Giovanni Leoni and Håkon Volden both don't have particularly high potentials, but this makes them ideal signings for lower-league clubs with smaller budgets, as they'll improve with you as you climb the leagues. View Green Video on the source website Best young goalkeepers in FC 25 Other than full-back, the goalkeeper position has evolved the most in modern football, with some keepers, like Ederson, being just as comfortable with the ball at their feet as the average player. Therefore, if you want to begin attacks from the very start, you must have a youngster who can develop into the modern keeper in FC 25. Here are the goalkeeping wonderkids we'd suggest: Guillaume Restes: Age 19 | Toulouse FC | 78 OVR | 88 POT Gabriel Slonina: Age 20 | Barnsley (on loan from Chelsea) | 68 OVR | 81 POT André Gomes: Age 19 | Benfica | 65 OVR | 81 POT Ewen Jaouen: Age 18 | Dunkerque | 66 OVR | 82 POT Robin Risser: Age 19 | Strasbourg | 67 OVR | 81 POT James Beadle: Age 20 | Sheffield Wednesday | 70 OVR | 82 POT Rome-Jayden Owusu-Oduro: Age 20 | AZ | 69 OVR | 82 POT Unfortunately, the goalkeeper offering isn't quite as rich as many other positions, with only Toulouse's Guillaume Restes possessing a truly impressive potential ability of 89. James Beadle and Rome-Jayden Owusu-Oduro represent the next best options, as they're the most developed of the remaining goalkeepers on our list. After that, the rest aren't particularly worth looking at – it might just be worth getting yourself an older player to put between the sticks if you find yourself unable to sign Restes. Best cheap young players in EA FC 25 with highest potential: Hidden gems The majority of the players listed already will cost a fair amount; if you’re not a big side, many will be out of reach. Therefore, we’ve listed some more affordable players who will make great signings for smaller sides climbing the ranks to success. These are the hidden gems we'd buy in Career Mode: Mustafa Hekimoğlu: Age 17 | Besiktas | ST | 62 OVR | 86 POT Chris Rigg: Age 17 | Sunderland | CM, RW, RM | 61 OVR | 84 POT Arroyo: Age 18 | Independiente | LW, RB, LM, CAM | 58 OVR | 82 POT Myles Lewis-Skelly: Age 17 | Arsenal | CM, CDM | 58 OVR | 81 POT Felipe Rodríguez-Gentile: Age 17 | Preston North End | ST | 57 OVR | 81 POT Trevan Sanusi: Age 17 | Newcastle United | LW | 57 OVR | 81 POT Franciszek Franczak: Age 17 | St Johnstone | RM, RB, RW | 57 OVR | 81 POT Håkon Volden: Age 17 | Rosenborg | CB | 53 OVR | 79 POT Mateo Joseph: Age 21 | Leeds United | ST | 70 OVR | 81 POT If you don't have a massive transfer budget to spend on the likes of Gavi and Yamal, there are still plenty of cheaper players with a decent potential if you're willing to put the work in. Mustafa Hekimoglu and Chris Rigg are probably the best examples of this, as both will eventually grow into very solid players. These players are worth signing for a team in a league like the EFL Championship, so that they develop alongside the team, growing into Premier League players as you get promoted, and then once you've got a higher transfer budget later down the line, you can replace them with someone a bit better. Best young women to sign in FC 25 You can now play Career Mode as women's teams in FC 25, so we've included a selection of the best young women players to sign across all positions. Linda Caicedo: Age 19 | Real Madrid | LW, LM, CAM | 79 OVR | 90 POT Andrea Medina: Age 20 | Atlético de Madrid | LB | 80 OVR | 88 POT Khiara Keating: Age 20 | Manchester City | GK | 80 OVR | 88 POT Maite Zubieta: Age 20 | Athletic Club | CB, CDM | 75 OVR | 87 POT Silvia Lloris: Age 20 | Atlético de Madrid | CB, LB | 77 OVR | 84 POT Luany: Age 21 | Atlético de Madrid | ST | 77 OVR | 81 POT Pia Lucassen: Age 18 | SGS Essen | GK | 69 OVR | 79 POT Leela Egli: Age 17 | Freiburg | LM, CAM, LW | 72 OVR | 79 POT Chancelle Effa Effa: Age 18 | Havre AC | ST | 69 OVR | 76 POT Kennedy Fuller: Age 17 | Angel City | CAM, CM | 65 OVR | 73 POT Linda Caicedo is definitely the best pick here, not only because of her high potential ability of 90, but because she's a versatile player who can play in a number of positions. If you're looking for a particular club to manage, then you really can't get much better than Athletico Madrid, who boast three players on this list: Andrea Medina, Silvia Lloris and Luany. Despite their prowess on the international stage, the US is surprisingly lacking in young talent, with Angel City's Kennedy Fuller the only option on our list. Read more on FC 25: FC 25 ratings: The very best players FC 25 soundtrack: Full list of songs FC 25 strikers: Best forwards to use FC 25 midfielders: Best CDM, CM and CAM FC 25 defenders: Best CB, RB and LB Best kits in FC 25: Our favourite shirts FC 25 evolutions: Who should you upgrade? Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
GTA 6 map: Vice City, new locations revealed and mapping project explained
Step aside Florida Man, Leonida Man is here.
With the reveal of GTA 6 Trailer 2, we've got an even better idea of the lands that await us, and as such, we'll go over Vice City, the newly revealed locations and how the Grand Theft Auto 6 mapping project is shaping up. If you missed Trailer 2 (or simply want to watch it for the 32nd time), you can check it out at the top of this article. It wasn't just locations we got to see either, with a familiar old face appearing to make a return to Vice City and earphones pointing to a long-requested feature. There's been much speculation too over the voice actors behind Jason and Lucia, not to mention all the other revealed characters. There's a glimmer of hope for PC gamers, as well, as clips featured on the GTA 6 website are rendered out at 60 FPS, something widely believed to not be feasible on consoles. Still, we have plenty of morsels of new info to digest while we wait for GTA 6 to release, seeing as it has received another delay. GTA 6 map explained: What is the GTA 6 map based on? View oEmbed on the source website The GTA 6 map features Vice City as the main city and the wider state of Leonida. This was confirmed in Trailer 1, which you can check out just above (if you haven't watched it countless times already, that is), and in a press release where Rockstar states: "Grand Theft Auto VI heads to the state of Leonida, home to the neon-soaked streets of Vice City." Leonida is Rockstar Games' take on Florida, where the real-life Miami is situated. For the uninitiated, many memes purport Florida to be a little more "unhinged", with denizens' strange antics garnering many of their residents the title of 'Florida Man'. As can be seen in the screengrab from the trailer below, a social media account shows that Rockstar is leaning heavily toward this stereotype, as an account of the in-game equivalent of social media is called "PlanetLeonidaMan" – and has shared a man in just his underwear being chased by the police. Another such "Leonida Man" is depicted watering his garden wearing nought but a rather revealing little pair of pants – no doubt perfect for the tropical and humid subtropical climates of the muggy state. According to the GTA Fandom page about Leonida, the name comes from Juan Ponce de León, a Spanish conquistador who was in charge of the first European ships to Florida. GTA 6 map size: How big is it? The GTA 6 map is going to be very large. That's all we can really glean in an official capacity, as the trailers demonstrate that there's a huge variety of different locations, such as Ambrosia, Port Gellhorn, Leonida Keys, Mount Kalaga National Park, Grassrivers and potentially more that we haven't seen yet! Vice City looks extremely densely packed, and is leaps and bounds ahead of how it looked in GTA: Vice City - but it still retains its core identity, such as the multiple islands connected by bridges and the main promenade, as well as a very large and packed beach. There are many different types of neighbourhoods depicted, too, and an even greater variety is found across the different towns. There's plenty of countryside, as well, such as swamps, forests and everglades that are reminiscent of a souped-up Red Dead Redemption 2. But rather than horses quaintly trotting along, there are rednecks with powerful airboats and monster trucks. There are plenty of interior locations, too, such as clubs, convenience stores and homes, but these were all featured in prior entries. What's shown here is in far higher fidelity than we've ever seen from the developers, and there are bound to be many more. GTA 6 locations Alongside the release of Trailer 2, Rockstar also dumped a huge amount of information and screenshots on the official GTA 6 page, including details about newly revealed locales and what we can expect to find in them. Below are all the included screenshots for each location, which feature some of the denizens, ne’er-do-wells and activities we can expect to get up to, as well as a short description provided by Rockstar. Be sure to flick through the galleries as there are a lot of screenshots for each! Vice City View Gallery on the source website "The glamour, hustle, and greed of America captured in a single city. Each neighborhood has something to offer, from the pastel art deco hotels and bright white sands of Ocean Beach, to the bustling panaderías of Little Cuba and the bootleg brands of the Tisha-Wocka flea market, out to the VC Port, the cruise ship capital of the world." Leonida Keys View Gallery on the source website "The dress code is casual, the bars are loaded. Life in this tropical archipelago isn’t flashy but it’s easy. Get your buzz on and pull up a deck chair but look out — you are right on the doorstep of some of the most beautiful and dangerous waters in all of America." Grass Rivers View Gallery on the source website "Welcome to the Wetlands. The untamable jewel of Leonida’s crown. You never know what lies beneath the surface of this primordial expanse. The gators may be the most famous attraction, but there are far deadlier predators and weirder discoveries among the mangroves." Port Gellhorn View Gallery on the source website "Live Hard. This is Leonida’s forgotten coast. Cheap motels, shut-down attractions, and empty strip malls won’t bring the tourists back, but there’s a new economy in this once-popular vacation spot. It’s fueled by malt liquor, painkillers, and truck stop energy drinks. Jump on a dirt bike and hold onto your wallet." Ambrosia View Gallery on the source website "Keeping Leonida Sweet. The battle for the health and wealth of Leonida begins here. In the heart of Leonida, American industry and old school values still reign supreme — whatever the cost. The Allied Crystal sugar refinery provides the jobs, while the local biker gang provides almost everything else." Mount Kalaga View Gallery on the source website "Wild, Wild Country. Room to breathe on the state's northern fringes. A national landmark up against the state’s northern border, Mount Kalaga offers prime hunting, fishing, and off-road trails. In the lush surrounding backwoods, hillbilly mystics and paranoid radicals live far from the prying eyes of the government." What is the GTA 6 mapping project? The GTA 6 mapping project is an initiative created by VIMAP aiming to piece together all the confirmed and rumoured information to build what could be the GTA 6 map. While fans wait for official information, VIMAP and other passionate players have joined forces to compile all of the known information to create a replica of where GTA 6 will be set. With the release of Trailer 2, lots of blanks have been filled in. The project began in September 2022, following the initial wave of leaks, and has since become a place where fans can build Vice City and the surrounding area. So far, the map contains a detailed overview of Vice City alongside other locations such as those revealed by Rockstar alongside Trailer 2. Of course, the fan-made map is based on leaks and speculation, so there's always a possibility the real GTA 6 map looks significantly different to the mapping project. If you fancy taking a look at the progress made so far and what the map could look like, visit the VIMAP site. GTA 6 map leaks: What are the rumours saying? A recent rumour about the map comes from an in-depth analysis of every location involved in the game's massive leaks. This analysis on Reddit details how the map could feature sections of locations outside of Florida/Leonida. GTA's version of Georgia, Gloriana, could be involved somewhat, and we know Mount Kalaga borders the next state up north. Another more recent rumoured leak suggests the map will feature advanced dynamic weather, with thunderstorms and even in-game temperature affecting NPC behaviour, similar to the temperature system in Red Dead Redemption 2. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Mario Kart World: Release date, gameplay and trailers
As the latest game in one of the biggest series Nintendo has ever put out, Mario Kart World is a big deal. What fans previously dubbed 'Mario Kart 9' was officially unveiled to us in early April, and it's set to be the biggest one yet. One of the launch titles coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 on release day, let's check out everything you need to know about Mario Kart World. Mario Kart World release date Mario Kart World will release on 5th June 2025. This date coincides with the official release date of the Nintendo Switch 2 console. It's hardly surprising that the game is a Switch 2 launch title as the series has traditionally been one of Nintendo's best sellers across all platforms. This is especially true given that the game was first teased during the Nintendo Switch 2 first-look trailer. Can you pre-order Mario Kart World? Mario Kart World is currently available to pre-order. Depending on where you're buying from, here are the best places to pre-order Mario Kart World: UK Nintendo - £75.99 Argos - £75.99 Smyths - £75.99 You can also get a slight discount on the game if you purchase it as a bundle with the Nintendo Switch 2 console at <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100262624-15618761?sid=radiotimes-2193707&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.argos.co.uk%2Fproduct%2F7550364%3Fcjdata%3DMXxZfDB8WXww%26%2524ja%3Dtsid%253A11674%257Cprd%253A100262624%26utm_source%3DImmediate%2BMedia%26utm_medium%3Daffiliates%26utm_campaign%3DHomepage%2BArgos%26utm_content%3D15618761%26utm_custom1%3D100262624%26utm_custom2%3DOther%26cmpid%3Dcojun%26cjevent%3D049a4c231b9911f082b300650a18b8f8%26PID%3Dcj_int%26gad_source%3D7%26dclid%3DCN6zztqk34wDFdgpBgAd-cMGaw" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Argos for £429.99. USA Best Buy - $79.99 Walmart - $79.99 Target - $79.99 GameStop - $79.99 Mario Kart World gameplay Mario Kart World brings a huge number of changes to the series, the biggest of which is that the game is now open-world for the very first time. Mario Kart World appears to take place on an island split into a variety of biomes with various races to complete across it, as well as secrets to find and missions to complete. While Mario Kart World allows you to drive off-road, exploring the world in between circuits and driving from one to another, there are still Grand Prix races to complete as well. Players have eight sets of races to complete, and completing all of them will unlock a "colourful new course", which we imagine is probably going to be Rainbow Road. The game also features a day/night cycle, so races will take place at a different time of day depending on when you're playing it. You can also now customise your racers, with a variety of costumes that can be unlocked by finding food items scattered across the entire map, with each costume corresponding to the specific item of food. The roster itself has been increased, too. Including all the costume variations, there's now a whopping 84 characters to choose from, including new ones like Goomba and Cow. As for the racing, there are all sorts of changes that have been made to spice up the gameplay, including new items, obstacles and even mechanics, with wall riding, charge jumping and rewinds now available. Mario Kart World trailers Mario Kart World first became a hot topic of conversation after a short snippet appeared during the reveal trailer for the Switch 2. View oEmbed on the source website At 1 minute and 41 seconds, you can see Mario and numerous other Nintendo characters racing around a track set in the desert. This was followed up with a full trailer in the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct that took place on 2nd April 2025, officially confirming the name and release date, and showing off some gameplay. View oEmbed on the source website While it's not a trailer, we also got a 15-minute presentation on the game's new features which you can watch below: View oEmbed on the source website Check out more of our Nintendo Switch 2 coverage: Nintendo Switch 2 release date - when does it come out? Nintendo Switch 2 price - how much does it cost? Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders - where to buy Nintendo Switch 2 vs original Switch - what are the differences? Nintendo Switch 2 Experience - how to try out the new console in person Do Switch 2 games work on Switch 1? - are there Switch 2 exclusives? Switch 2 backwards compatibility explained - can you play OG Switch games on Switch 2? 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When will Indiana Jones come to PS5? The Great Circle's PlayStation release date confirmed
If you're a PS5 owner who has been desperately waiting to play Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, then you've not got long to go. We've known about the port for a while now, but the actual release date has only recently been confirmed. It represents the latest game in Xbox's new strategy of bringing Xbox and PC exclusives to other consoles to increase their player base. When you do eventually jump in, make sure to check out the game's chapters and locations and our full list of safe codes to keep you ticking along through Indy's latest adventure. For now, though, let's get into what you need to know about the Indiana Jones and the Great Circle release date. Will Indiana Jones and the Great Circle come to PS5? Yes, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is going to be released on PS5. The game launched on PC and Xbox platforms first due to a timed exclusivity deal after Microsoft's multi-billion-dollar acquisition of Bethesda in 2021. While the game didn't launch on Sony's consoles at exactly the same time as its rivals, it's still good news the game is arriving on the platform. Everyone can always do with more Indy action, so it's great that the game is going to be on PS5 as well as Xbox and PC. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 release date Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is set to launch on PS5 on 17th April 2025. Additionally, if you pre-order the Premium Edition of the game, you'll be able to jump in two days early, on 15th April, instead. While plenty of players will have already played the game on Xbox, Sony has announced that the PS5 version of the game will have some upgraded features, more of which you can read about below. Can I pre-order Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on PS5? Yes, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is now available for preorder on PS5. You can buy the game digitally via the PlayStation Store. As for physical copies, you can preorder the game at the following retailers: UK Standard Edition HMV - £64.99 Smyths - £64.99 Currys - £64.99 Amazon - £69.99 Deluxe Edition HMV - £99.99 Smyths - £89.99 Amazon - £99.99 USA Standard Edition Walmart - $69.99 Best Buy - $69.99 GameStop - $69.99 Deluxe Edition Walmart - $99.99 <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/indiana-jones-and-the-great-circle-standard-edition-playstation-5/6622601.p?skuId=6622601&nrtv_cid=2wvdxfnymxwyv&u1=02tfOYObBXTk0um4gn0ICrk&irclickid=TLezL1xosxycUgYyKCVCi1l-UksUT5R1kWvnwk0&irgwc=1&ref=198&loc=Howl%20Technologies%2C%20Inc.&acampID=0&mpid=376373&affgroup=%22Content%22%2C%22Partners%20to%20Keep%22&intl=nosplash" target="_blank" rel="sponsored noopener noreferrer">Best Buy - $99.99 GameStop - $99.99 Will Indiana Jones and the Great Circle come to PS4? Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will not be released on PS4. The game isn't available on any of the last console generation, which is certainly disappointing if you've yet to upgrade to a PC or the latest generation. On the other hand, it does mean that MachineGames hasn't had to deal with hardware limitations, ensuring plenty of graphical detail features throughout the story and various areas of the world. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 new features To try and make the PS5 version the definitive version of the game, a variety of PS5-exclusive features have been introduced for players to check out. Sony claims that thanks to the PS5 and PS5 Pro's advanced hardware, the game looks the best it can, particularly because of the use of ray-tracing and global illumination. This is especially the case for PS5 Pro players, who will receive advanced ray-tracing and native 4k resolution at a stable 60FPS. The game will also make use of the DualSense controller's haptic feedback and adaptive triggers whether you're in the midst of combat or busting out your whip to traverse the environment. You'll also get some visual feedback, with your controller glowing or pulsing certain colours to alert you to certain info, such as low health or that NPCs are searching for you. Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Nintendo Switch 2 vs original Switch: What are screen size and specs changes?
What's the difference between the Switch 2 and the original?
With the Nintendo Switch 2 fast approaching, we know more than ever about the new console's specs. Following the initial reveal trailer and a later Switch 2 Direct, we've got a pretty good idea of how the new console compares with its predecessor. Everything from screen size to raw power seems to have changed, and there's plenty to keep track of - and that's before we even talk about the games. We've put together a list of all the differences between the two consoles so you can see exactly how much of an upgrade the Switch 2 is set to be. Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at My Nintendo Store Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at Very Take a look at our Nintendo Switch 2 deals and Nintendo Switch 2 UK stock availability guides. Click here to buy the original Nintendo Switch or shop Nintendo Switch bundles at Nintendo. Nintendo Switch 2 v original Switch: All differences The screen is bigger The Nintendo Switch 2 has a whopping 7.9 inch screen in comparison with the regular Switch 1's 6.2 inches and OLED Switch's 7.0 inches. That might not sound like much, but as the screens are measured diagonally from corner to corner, nearly two extra inches means a much larger surface area. And while it may be bigger, the console is sticking with an LCD screen like the original, foregoing the more expensive OLED screen. This means handheld gaming will be in 1080p resolution, but will support up to 120FPS, which is pretty neat. If you're worried about the graphics, though, there will be HDR support to make things pop just a bit more on that LCD screen. Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at My Nintendo Store Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at Very While we've got your attention, why not check out our hands-on first impressions of the Switch 2 in the video below? View Green Video on the source website The Joycons are bigger Compared to the original Switch, the Switch 2 Joycons are much bigger in size, with one boasting orange highlights while the other has blue. When separated from the console, the raised edge features additional buttons for even more accessibility and control over the action. Given the console's larger size compared to its predecessor, the various individual parts of each Joycon are now bigger too. Bigger shoulder buttons make them easier to use in the mini controller mode, and the thumb sticks are larger to make things more comfortable. Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at My Nintendo Store Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at Very Take a look at this Mario Kart World offer which sees you save £41 on the game and Nintendo Switch 2 bundle. New Joycon buttons When players detach a Joycon from the screen of the Switch 2, additional buttons open the door for more detailed controls. Underneath the Home button is an extra button marked with a letter C. This button enables the Game Chat function, a new feature that allows you to join voice and video calls with other players during a game. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website The Joycon is a mouse The reveal trailer also shows the Joycons moving around with a strap flailing behind them, hinting at a relocated IR sensor. This was confirmed in April's Switch 2 Direct to be mouse functionality. Certain games now allow you to use the Joycon as a mouse in-game, notably Metroid Prime 4, which showed off aiming with a mouse like in a PC shooter. Check out more of our Nintendo Switch 2 coverage: Nintendo Switch 2 release date - when does it come out? Nintendo Switch 2 price - how much does it cost? Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders - where to buy Nintendo Switch 2 Experience - how to try out the new console in person Do Switch 2 games work on Switch 1? - are there Switch 2 exclusives? Switch 2 backwards compatibility explained - can you play OG Switch games on Switch 2? A new USB-C port A second USB-C port next to the headphone jack enables greater connectivity when players want to use additional devices with their Switch 2. The only other accessory that is likely to benefit from an additional port are gaming headsets that produce superior sound. It was revealed in the April Switch 2 Direct that as well as being used for charging in tabletop mode, you can plug in a camera to use for the aforementioned Game Chat feature. Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at My Nintendo Store Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at Very A wider tabletop stand The stand on the original Switch felt flimsy and often collapsed under its own weight. For the Switch 2, a sturdier stand looks more than capable of keeping the screen upright. Now featuring the ability to recline further than the original console, the Switch 2's extra movement ensures players guarantee the perfect angle to see the action unfolding. Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at My Nintendo Store Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at Very A better dock The dock of the Switch 2 resembles the same designed used with the OLED model, but compared with the original console, the design is vastly different. The curve at the top of the dock, along with small feet placed at the bottom, suggests Nintendo have upgraded it for better cooling and air circulation while performing intensive tasks. On the performance side, the dock allows for huge improvements when compared with the original Switch, with 4K support being the biggest takeaway. Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at My Nintendo Store Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at Very More storage If you were always having to delete games to make room for new ones on your Switch, then you're in luck. The Switch 2 will come with a whopping 256GB of storage from the off, a major upgrade on the Switch 1's measly 32GB. This means you'll be able to get by for a while without having to shell out for a microSD card to store all that extra data. It also suggests that the games on offer will be much larger in size, which backs up the idea that Switch 2 games will be much more graphically impressive. Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at My Nintendo Store Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at Very The games could be more ambitious The increased performance of the Switch 2 looks to suggest that Nintendo can now be much more ambitious with their games. Mario Kart World, the latest game in the storied racing series, appears to show 24-player races, and features an open world for the first time - a huge upgrade on Mario Kart 8. We've also seen upgraded versions of Switch 1 games like Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, hinting at the level of quality we can expect from first-party Nintendo titles going forward. Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at My Nintendo Store Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at Very What are the differences in Nintendo Switch 2 specs versus original Switch? Nintendo hasn't shared any information regarding the specs of the Switch 2. According to a notable dataminer on the Famibords forum which has analysed shipments between Nintendo, NVIDIA and other companies, the Switch 2 is expected to pack plenty of power. Based on the latest rumours, these are expected specs for Nintendo's new console: 12GB RAM - 7,500MT/s transfer (up from 4GB RAM on the Switch OLED) 6GB LPDDR5X modules x2 256GB UFS 3.1 Storage (up from 64GB on the Switch OLED) With double the RAM of its predecessor, the Switch 2 is expected to run games that require high-end hardware to cope with demands. Alongside that, an increase in storage space means plenty of space for games will be available as standard, meaning no need to purchase a memory card. Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at My Nintendo Store Pre-order Nintendo Switch 2 at Very Read more on Nintendo: Nintendo Switch OLED review - handheld gaming levels up The very best Nintendo Switch games Nintendo Switch Pro release date - the latest rumours Best Nintendo Switch games for kids Nintendo Direct - when is the next live stream? Best Nintendo Switch micro SD cards to buy How to charge Nintendo Switch controllers The best Nintendo Switch Lite games - take these on the go How to connect Nintendo Switch to TV Nintendo Switch 2 UK stock availability Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast. Make sure you look at the official Nintendo Switch 2 UK release date and Nintendo Switch 2 UK stock updates.
Will Switch 2 games work on Switch 1? Generational change explained
As we prepare for the Nintendo Switch 2 release date, fans are wondering whether or not they'll be able to play Switch 1 games on the new console. The same is true for the reverse - will new Switch 2 games work across the last-gen Switch 1? We've had a ton of information released as part of the latest Nintendo Direct, so if you're confused about Switch 2 backwards compatibility, we've got you covered. Check out more of our Nintendo Switch 2 coverage: Nintendo Switch 2 release date - when does it come out? Nintendo Switch 2 price - how much does it cost? Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders - where to buy Nintendo Switch 2 reveal trailer - see the console here Nintendo Switch 2 Experience - how to try out the new console in person Switch 2 backwards compatibility explained - can you play OG Switch games on Switch 2? Will Switch 2 games work on Switch? Nintendo hasn't confirmed if Switch 2 games will work on the first iteration of the Switch. Although there's no confirmation, cross-generation games have become increasingly common in recent years. We expect some of Nintendo's biggest releases to be playable across both consoles, while some will be exclusive to the Switch 2. For example, Mario Kart World doubles its player count to 24 racers, meaning there's a chance the original Switch can't handle the new demands, placing it as a Switch 2 exclusive. Games that utilise the upgraded Switch 2 specs and innovations such as the enhanced Joycons are expected to be exclusive too, as there's no way for the Switch 1 to play them. Will Switch 1 games work on Switch 2? Yes! The Switch 2 will have the ability to play the majority of physical and digital games from the original Switch. Prior to revealing the new console, Nintendo confirmed backward compatibility would be present with the new console. During the reveal trailer, Nintendo stated some Switch 1 games won't be supported or fully compatible with the Switch 2 console, which could be disappointing if some popular games are affected. As of 1st April, Nintendo has confirmed that out of the 122 first-party titles on the Nintendo Switch, only one does not currently work with the Switch 2 - Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit. That's isn't a massive loss (sorry to you Nintendo Labo fans out there), but the real issue comes with third-party games. Out of more than 15,000 third-party Switch titles, 141 do not boot up at all, with a further 47 games being playable, but with "some in-game compatibility issues". You can check the full list of compatible games on the Nintendo website. Read more on Nintendo: Nintendo Switch OLED review - handheld gaming levels up The very best Nintendo Switch games Nintendo Switch 2 release date - the latest rumours Best Nintendo Switch games for kids Nintendo Direct - when is the next live stream? Best Nintendo Switch micro SD cards to buy How to charge Nintendo Switch controllers The best Nintendo Switch Lite games - take these on the go How to connect Nintendo Switch to TV Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Nintendo Switch 2 reveal event today: UK start time and how to watch explained
Today's the day! The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal event is taking place this afternoon, from a UK time zone perspective. Rumours of the Switch 2 dominated the internet all through 2024, so it's nice for 2025 to be the year of official information regarding Nintendo's next console. We can expect to hear more about it during its full reveal event, which isn't far away! If you're wondering when this is, or if you missed the original trailer, fear not. We'll share all Switch 2 announcement news below! When is the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal event? The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal event is taking place on 2nd April 2025. Nintendo's showcase of the new console comes seven years after the first model of the Switch launched back in 2018. Since the Switch launched all those years ago, the console has gone on to sell over 146 million units across the world, making it one of the best-selling consoles ever launched. The Switch 2 certainly has big shoes to fill based on its predecessor's success. With so much interest in the new console, there's every chance it manages to set new records. What time is the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal event in the UK? If you want to watch the event as it happens, you might need to take a late lunch break. The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal event will be at 2pm BST in the UK. How to watch the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal event live in the UK The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal event will take place on YouTube. Here in Britain, you'll want to head to the Nintendo UK YouTube channel on 2nd April to tune in. We'll include the feed below for you! View oEmbed on the source website If Nintendo follows a similar formula to how it revealed the first Switch, fans can expect a presentation revealing a wealth of details on the console, ranging from price to the games arriving at launch. The company isn't one for following a pattern, so there's every chance it could spring a surprise! What do we know about the Nintendo Switch 2? Based on the initial reveal trailer, the Switch 2 features upgraded Joycon controllers alongside a bigger screen. Prior to that, in November 2024, Nintendo revealed the console will feature backwards compatibility with the first Switch, along with the ability for Switch and Switch 2 owners to play online together. Today's Nintendo Direct is expected to shed more light on specs and how the console performs. Be sure to take a look at the new Nintendo Switch 2 accessories. Where to watch the Nintendo Switch 2 trailer Just can't wait for the show? You can watch the previous Nintendo Switch 2 trailer right here: View oEmbed on the source website The trailer shows a whole host of improvements, with everything from the tabletop stand to the Joycon controllers getting an overhaul here. We'll be sure to keep you updated today as the information drops. In the meantime, the original Switch is still readily available of course! View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Check out more of our Nintendo Switch 2 coverage: Nintendo Switch 2 price - how much does it cost? Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders - where to buy Nintendo Switch 2 vs original Switch - what are the differences? Nintendo Switch 2 reveal trailer - see the console here Nintendo Switch 2 Experience - how to try out the new console in person Do Switch 2 games work on Switch 1? - are there Switch 2 exclusives? Switch 2 games - confirmed and predicted games Mario Kart 9 - everything we know! Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Pokémon Go Fest 2025: Dates, locations and what to expect
Pokémon Go Fest is back for another year.
We now have all of the key details about Pokémon Go Fest 2025, including the dates, parks and what you can expect to catch during the event! Last year, we went along to the Madrid leg of Pokémon Go Fest, and we had an absolute blast experiencing 'Pokémon Go on steroids' – it was a sun-kissed weekend of shinies, sore feet and surprise proposals. This year, the event is heading to three cities around the globe and will feature a new legendary Pokémon for your collection. Read on for all the key details on Pokémon Go Fest 2025, from ticketing to timings and everything else you need to know. When is Pokémon Go Fest 2025? Pokémon Go Fest 2025 takes place from 1st June to 29th June 2025. Depending on where you are in the world, there are events taking place across three continents during this period of time. As ever, once the city-specific fun is over, the festival will conclude with a global event that doesn't require you to visit a certain park. Where is Pokémon Go Fest 2025? The 2025 Pokémon Go Fest will take place across the following locations: Osaka, Japan (Expo '70 Commemorative Park) - 1st June Jersey City, New Jersey, USA (Liberty State Park) - 6th-8th June Paris, France (Parc de Sceaux) - 13th-15th June Global event in the game - 28th-29th June For UK Pokémon Go players, the lack of a UK-based festival may be disappointing news. Thankfully, Paris isn't far away, with the city of love expected to show its affection for Pokémon Go while the event is active. How to get tickets for Pokémon Go Fest 2025 Tickets for Pokémon Go Fest 2025 are currently sold out. You can check the latest stock situation at the links below: Osaka, Japan tickets for Pokémon Go Fest 2025 Jersey City, USA tickets for Pokémon Go Fest 2025 Paris, France tickets for Pokémon Go Fest 2025 If you haven't managed to sort out tickets for Go Fest this year, tickets for various other Pokémon Go events can be found on the game's official ticketing website. What to expect from Pokémon Go Fest 2025 The main attraction of Pokémon Go Fest 2025 is that players will be able to catch Volcanion for the first time. The game's official website confirms: "Ticket-holding Trainers will be able to complete exclusive Special Research to learn more about the Steam Pokémon – and have an opportunity to encounter it! "Ticket-holding Trainers will only encounter Volcanion once no matter how many Pokémon GO Fest 2025 Special Research stories they acquire and complete. If you obtain more than one Special Research story that leads to Volcanion by attending multiple GO Fest events, all of the Special Research stories after the first one will award Volcanion Candy instead of an additional encounter with Volcanion." Beyond that, you can expect to find likeminded trainers at the in-person events, which are a great place to take part in raids and really add to your collection of critters! We hope to see you out there. View Riddle on the source website Read more on Pokémon: Pokémon Go Raids schedule - upcoming battles Best Pokémon gifts - the greatest merch Best Pokémon games on Switch - our ranking Best shiny Pokémon - the coolest creatures Best Dragon-type Pokémon - who's your fave? All cat Pokémon - the felines to catch Pokémon natures guide - all you need to know Pokémon type chart - strengths and weaknesses explained Legendary Pokémon - the full list Pokémon Scarlet and Violet cheats - handy hacks Pokémon Emerald cheats - what you need to know Pokémon Fire Red cheats - all codes Pokémon Go friend codes - and how to find them Pokémon games in order - where to start View Green Video on the source website Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
GTA 5 Enhanced Edition on PC: How to get it and transfer your save file
Although focus is starting to switch to the anticipated launch of Grand Theft Auto 6, Rockstar Games continues to apply updates to GTA 5. Despite launching 12 years ago, the PC version remains one of the most popular games in the world, with thousands continuing to enjoy the single-player story and its online mode. As technology evolves and allows PCs to run at even better frame rates and resolutions, Rockstar Games has put together a huge update for GTA 5 known as the Enhanced Edition. So, what's different about the Enhanced Edition of GTA 5 on PC? Keep reading for everything there is to know. GTA 5 Enhanced Edition release date on PC The next-gen update for GTA 5 on PC released on 4th March 2025. The update is free for all PC players to download regardless of whether they downloaded the game on the Rockstar Games Launcher, Steam or the Epic Games Store. How to get the GTA 5 next-gen update on PC If you already own GTA 5 on PC, you can get the next-gen update by simply downloading the new GTA 5 Enhanced version from your respective storefront, whether that's Steam, Epic Games or the Rockstar launcher itself. The original GTA 5 version has been delisted and replaced with the Enhanced version, meaning you won't have to buy it again if you already have a copy of the game. This also means that if you're buying the game for the first time, the only version available to purchase is the Enhanced Edition of the game. What's included in GTA 5 Enhanced Edition on PC The GTA 5 next-gen update contains a huge number of changes designed to enhance the original version of the game. Notable graphical adjustments have arrived in the next-gen update, including ray tracing, support for DLSS and better support for PCs capable of running GTA 5 at high resolutions and frame rates. For those who play GTA 5 on PC with a DualSense controller, the update fully supports PlayStation's PS5 controllers along with the adaptive triggers for maximum immersion. There's even a wealth of brand-new vehicles players can earn. How to transfer a GTA 5 save file to GTA 5 Enhanced Before transferring your save, it's important to know that you can only transfer one save file, so choose carefully. First things first, you need to accept Rockstar's online policies (for some reason). If you've ever played GTA Online, you'll have already done this, but if not, simply launch GTA Online and accept the privacy policy and code of conduct. To upload your save, open story mode in GTA 5, open the menu and navigate to the 'Game' tab, select 'Upload Save Game' and then choose the one save you want to upload. Next, open up GTA 5 Enhanced and start up story mode. Open up the menu to the 'Game' tab again, and select 'Download Saved Game'. Accept the download, and you're done! As well as being unable to transfer more than one save file, players should also be aware that you cannot transfer a file from GTA 5 Enhanced back to the original version of the game. View Green Video on the source website GTA 5 Enhance system requirements As a result of such widespread changes to GTA 5 on PC, the next-gen update has also changed the requirements needed to run the game with the update downloaded. Here are the new minimum and recommended specs: Minimum specs OS: Windows 10 (latest service pack) CPU: Intel® Core™ i7-4770 or AMD FX-9590 RAM: 8GB RAM GPU: NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 1630 (4GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon™ RX 6400 (4GB VRAM) Storage: 105GB, SSD required Sound Card and Audio: 100 per cent DirectX 10 compatible Recommended specs OS: Windows 11 CPU: Intel® Core™ i5-9600K or AMD Ryzen™ 5 3600 RAM: 16GB Dual-Channel Configuration RAM GPU: NVIDIA GeForce® RTX 3060 (8GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon™ RX 6600XT (8GB VRAM) Storage: 105GB, DirectStorage-compatible drive Sound Card and Audio: Windows Spatial Sound-compatible audio system; solution containing Dolby Atmos support required for a Dolby Atmos® experience Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
All Monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds and where to find them
As with any action RPG game, Monster Hunter Wilds contains a vast selection of monsters for players to battle against. Before heading into the fight, picking the best weapons is key when it comes to dealing the most damage and ensuring survival. With so many monsters roaming the lands, knowing which is which makes all the difference when identifying their weak points during the heat of battle. Here, find the full list of known Monster Hunter Wilds monsters along with information on how each one inflicts damage. Monster Hunter Wilds: Full monster list so far At launch, there are 29 different monsters to find in Monster Hunter Wilds. There's a high chance this number increases as more players load into the game. As soon as more beasts are discovered or added by Capcom, we'll update the page with everything there is to know. Without further ado, here's the full list of known monsters: Arkveld Xu Wu Gore Magala Rathalos Gravios Blangonga Quematrice Chatacabra Lala Barina Balahara Congalala Uth Duna Doshaguma Rey Dau Romopolo Hirabambi Nerscylla Nu Udra Ajarakan Guardian Doshaguma Guardian Rathalos Guardian Embony Odoragon Jin Dahaad Zoh Shia Gypceros Guardian Fulgur Anjanath Rathian Yian Kut-Ku View oEmbed on the source website Monster Hunter Wilds: All monsters explained Each monster in Monster Hunter Wilds is slightly different, with each one possessing unique methods of attacking and weaknesses. Here's a closer look at each one: Chatacabra The Chatacabra is a massive toad that's covered in a thick hide. Its long tongue can catch newcomers off guard, but it's also the beast's weak point. Focus any attacks there to inflict the most damage. Lala Barina Lala Barina is a brand-new monster for Monster Hunter Wilds. This spider has a rose built into itself and uses it to dish out flower clouds to knock anyone getting too close for comfort. Hit the flower back into its body to stop its attacks for a short period of time. Quematrice By creating oil from its huge tail, the Quematrice then ignites the oil through melee attacks for massive fire damage. The size of the monster isn't necessarily its biggest threat, but it can cause issues if your mobility isn't the best. Cut off the tail to reduce most of its attacking options. Congalala A staple of Monster Hunter games, the Congalala is back to cause chaos in Wilds. The giant ape is best known for emitting toxic gas in the direction of players. It also summons smaller apes to assist in the battle. Doshaguma The Doshaguma is one monster that first appeared within the Monster Hunter Wilds beta. Despite its slow movements, it's a heavy hitter and comes at players in packs led by the alpha monster. To deal with the Doshaguma quickly, we recommend picking weapons that emphasise mobility. Balahara Another new monster comes in the form of the Balahara. The sandworm is one of the first beasts that appears in Monster Hunter Wilds and burrows deep into the ground before tunneling upward for a lethal attack. Their mouth is the weak spot, and they don't like sound disrupting their behaviour. Rompopolo A hybrid of a crow, tar monster and mosquito is a formidable force in Monster Hunter Wilds. The Romopolo uses sacs located on its body to emit poisonous and explosive gas clouds that are tricky to counter. The most effective tactic involves damaging the sacs to prevent them from causing further harm. Uth Duna This particular predator uses water to gain an advantage on the battlefield. Alongside using water to retreat to safety, it also sends waves to slow your movement. Attacking its fins to extract the moisture from them will weaken its power at the cost of sending it into a rage. Nerscylla Returning in Monster Hunter Wilds is the Nerscylla, a poison spider capable of causing all kinds of problems for those unprepared for battle. We recommend staying away from the front of the beast to avoid getting poisoned. Destroy the protective hides at the rear of the beast to deal with it as fast as possible. Rey Dau The lightning dragon is a brand-new beast added to the ever-expanding roster. It fires bolts of electricity through its head using the blue crystals dotted over its body. Destroy the crystals to reduce its firepower. Ajarakan Another angry ape you'll encounter in Monster Hunter Wilds is the Akarakan. Focusing on fire damage, the beast sets itself on fire to inflict damage on anyone standing too close. Use special ammo for a Bow to cool it down or try and stay out of the heat with some mobility. Hirabami The Hirabami is another monster that utilises its tail to inflict damage. In order to defeat it, keep hurting it until it falls down to the ground. Thanks to the height advantage it possesses, we recommend using ranged weaponry to defeat it quickly. Guardian Rathalos The Guardian variant of the Rathalos is one of the trickiest monsters you'll encounter in Monster Hunter Wilds. Keep an eye on its fire and poison attacks as it's very easy for the health bar to disappear in the blink of an eye. Nu Udra Referred to as the Black Flame, Nu Udra focuses on fire and quick movement to make an impact. The movements are extremely hard to predict, making it a formidable foe to deal with. Cut off its arms with a large weapon to reduce its ability to deal damage. Guardian Doshaguma Doshaguma is the first Guardian variant you encounter in Monster Hunter Wilds. Its ability to summon crystals makes it difficult to defeat alongside its elemental energy, which detonates when it touches anything. Guardian Ebony Odogaron Another Guardian variant is the Odogaron, a fast-moving monster that's difficult to keep up with. A defensive focus is the most effective method to deal with this particular beast. However, well-timed aggression can result in plenty of damage. Jin Dahaad This huge ice monster blocks most damage, thanks to its plates and ridges. Breaking the plates quickly is a surefire way of leaving Jin Dahaad vulnerable to your own offensive power. Don't forget to keep avoiding its frost breath and its ability to climb the walls in a bid to gain a strong vantage point. Guardian Arkveld It wouldn't be a Monster Hunter game without an appearance from the Arkveld. Now with a Guardian variant, the monster features built-in chains that do huge ranged damage. Any weapon can kill any monster in Wilds, so use whatever tactic you find the most effective to defeat the beast. Xu Wu Xu Wu is another eight-legged monster that uses its movement to its advantage. The beast's huge head is the perfect target to focus on if you plan on dealing huge damage quickly. In addition, slicing its tentacles off will slow its mobility down significantly. Yian Kut-Ku Yian Kut-Ku also returns in Monster Hunter Wilds, and its habit of pecking anyone who stands too close remains its main attack. Its frenzies are also capable of catching anyone with a low level of mobility off-guard. Keep mobility high and your chances of defeating the beasts are high. Zoh Shia This monster is one of the strongest in all of Monster Hunter Wilds. Powerful elemental attacks make this a very tricky beast to tame. By cracking open the shell on its head, there's a weak spot that must be focused on in order to deal with the beat as quickly as possible. Rathian Referred to as the queen of the Monster Hunter games, the Rathian is back in Wilds. The massive dragon shoots fire along with a poison stinger within its tail, making it a tricky beast to overcome. Cypceros The Cypceros is armed with a long tail capable of stunning anyone that gets in its way. Clicking its beak is the sound cue that you must listen out for to avoid the flash. On top of the flash, it also inflicts poison damage which reduces the health bar extremely quickly. Rathalos If the Rathian is the queen of Monster Hunter, the Rathian is the king. Once the Guardian version is slain, the standard version will roam around the environment with the same fire and poison attacks its had in previous games. Guardian Fulgur Anjanath This new variant of the returning Fulgur Anjanath is packed full of firepower. In addition to the crystals other Guardian monsters feature, its electrical power packs a lethal punch. Blangonga The Blangonga is a baboon and possesses similar characteristics to the Congalala. Using toxic clouds and smaller apes to deal maximum damage, this beast also has powerful ice attacks that can freeze your hunter to a set position. This leaves you vulnerable to a follow-up attack, so focus on mobility to avoid the cold. Gravios A stone dragon that struggles to move quickly, the Gravios is a massive beast that features dense armour and the ability to emit all kinds of gases. The trick to defeating the monster is to crack the armour plating to access its vulnerable underbelly. The head and chest are also viable targets to take it down effectively. Arkveld Once the Guardian Arkveld is taken care of, the standard version appears. It features all of the same attacks as the Guardian version, but this time around, you can use traps to capture it. Harvesting its materials also makes some of the strongest armour in the entire game. Gore Magala The final monster on the list is the Gore Magala, another powerful dragon that also has frenzy attacks. Quick movements combined with breathing attacks and huge size make it a challenge for even the most experienced hunter. 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CoD BO6 prestige system explained: How to prestige
Prestige has received a huge overhaul in Black Ops 6.
The return of classic prestige in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 was one of several notable changes in 2024's Call of Duty release. Developed by Treyarch, Black Ops 6 features the innovative Omnimovement mechanic alongside a wealth of new Mastery Camos to unlock in Multiplayer and Zombies modes. Prestiging in Black Ops 6 adds an extra layer to reaching the highest level and takes plenty of time to complete in full. Here, find all the intel on Black Ops 6 prestige, including how it works and how you can climb through each rank. CoD BO6 prestige system explained: How to prestige To prestige in Black Ops 6, players must reach level 55. Rather than waiting for each season to launch to reach the highest level, all 10 prestige levels and Prestige Master are available as soon as the servers are switched on. Like previous Call of Duty games, activating prestige doesn't come without risks. Here's a closer look at everything that resets once prestige mode is activated: Resets to level 1 All level unlocks must be unlocked again Loadouts will reset Lifetime stats will be available to view in the Combat Record, but other stats will be reset View Riddle on the source website How many prestige levels are in CoD BO6? Black Ops 6 features 10 prestige levels. Once players reach level 55 prestige 10, they unlock 1,000 additional levels, along with the chance to earn the title of Prestige Master. The levels on the path to Prestige Master boast a range of exclusive rewards, ideal for those who want gear to flex their skills on the virtual battlefield. What are permanent unlocks in CoD BO6? Every time you enter prestige in Black Ops 6, you earn a permanent unlock token that can be spent however you like. It's a single unlock token which remains available throughout each prestige, meaning you can use it to unlock your favourite weapon or a perk that's particularly useful. Once the 10 prestige levels are completed, earning permanent unlocks stops, as you'll have everything at your disposal. CoD BO6 prestige rewards Below is a list of all the prestige rewards known so far. Once the game is out, we'll be sure to update the page with the full selection of items. Prestige 1 Nacht Raider - Operator skin Der Riese - Loading screen GobbleGum Pack 1-hour Double XP token Zombie Breach - Emblem Insta-Kill - Weapon charm Teddy is a Liar - Weapon blueprint Prestige 2 Jungle Warfare - Loading screen GobbleGum Pack 1-hour Double XP token Madness Unleashed - Emblem Berserker Death Card - Weapon charm Warrior's Blood - Weapon blueprint Prestige 3 Interrogation - Loading screen GobbleGum Pack 1-hour Double XP token The Numbers - Emblem MACV-SOG - Weapon charm My Name Is... - Operator skin Prestige 4 Welcome to Nuketown - Loading screen GobbleGum Pack 1-hour Double XP token Doomsday - Emblem Nuked - Spray Atomic Commando - Weapon blueprint Prestige 5 Battle for LA - Loading screen GobbleGum Pack 1-hour Double XP token CLAW - Emblem Cordis Die - Spray Absolute Loss - Weapon blueprint Prestige 6 The Docks - Loading screen Gobblegum Pack 1-hour Double XP token Tedd - Emblem Jailbreak - Weapon charm Robot Abomination - Weapon blueprint Prestige 7 Minature Mayhem - Loading screen GobbleGum Pack 1-hour Double XP token Have a Nice Day! - Emblem Tiny Treat - Weapon charm Specialist Fan - Operator skin Prestige 8 Frozen Forest - Loading screen GobbleGum Pack 1-hour Double XP token Corvus Al - Emblem Boom Train - Spray VMP Elite - Weapon blueprint Prestige 9 Welcome to Blackout - Loading screen GobbleGum Pack 1-hour Double XP token Where we Dropping? - Emblem Wall Buy -Spray Samantha's PJs - Operator skin Prestige 10 Break on Through - Loading screen GobbleGum Pack 1-hour Double XP token Red Door - Emblem Perseus - Weapon charm Art of War - Operator skin Prestige Master Sitting Bull Reborn - Operator skin Classified Arsenal - Animated weapon blueprint CoD BO6 Prestige Master explained Once the 10 prestige levels are complete, you'll earn access to become Prestige Master, where an extra 1,000 levels are available to work through. Here are some of the rewards up for grabs: Sitting Bull Reborn Operator skin for Marshall (unlocked when Prestige Master is reached) Classified Arsenal weapon blueprint for AMES 85 assault rifle (unlocked at level 90) For every 100 levels, you'll get a chance to choose a prestige icon from previous Black Ops games for another layer of customisation. CoD BO6 Prestige emblems In addition to the ten Prestige emblems unlocked for working through all the levels again, there are others from previous Call of Duty titles you can equip after reaching Prestige Master. Black Ops 6 features 25 Prestige emblems from one to nine from numerous games so you can choose your favourite one. Prestige 10 has 121 emblems to select, making it a tough choice as to which one you select. Is it worth Prestiging in CoD BO6? If you plan on playing a lot of Black Ops 6 and Warzone, entering Prestige is a worthwhile option, even though it resets your unlocks. On the other hand, if you don't have a lot of time and only play a few times a week, remaining at Level 55 with everything available could be your option. There's no right or wrong answer. Some prefer grinding through the levels, while others only want to climb to the top rank once. Read more on CoD BO6: CoD BO6 review - our final verdict How to get Double XP tokens in CoD BO6 CoD BO6 XM4 - best loadout How long is the CoD BO6 campaign? CoD BO6 ending explained - unpacking the campaign How to exfil in CoD BO6 Zombies CoD BO6 Safe House puzzles - all solutions CoD BO6 Zombies Vault Code CoD BO6 Ranked - what we know CoD BOD trophy guide - all achievements CoD BO6 Mastery Camos - the full list CoD BO6 Monster Energy - collab explained How to dive in CoD BO6 What is Omnimovement in CoD BO6? Can you disable crossplay in CoD BO6? How to get the Nuke in CoD BO6 CoD BO6 Perks - the full list CoD BO6 map list - all maps Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
How to get Cowboy Bebop skins in Fortnite explained
When it comes to collaborations, there are few that do it better than Fortnite. The latest crossover with Epic Games' battle royale comes in the form of the anime Cowboy Bebop. Arriving as part of the Chapter 6 Season 2 update, players have the chance to get their hands on some exclusive cosmetics for a limited time. What's different about the Cowboy Bebop skins is that they feature the iconic art style associated with the anime that has been running since 1998. So, how exactly can you get hold of Spike Spiegel and Faye Valentine? Keep on reading for everything there is to know! How to get Cowboy Bebop skins in Fortnite explained To add the Cowboy Bebop skins to your Fortnite collection, purchase them from the in-game store. That's all there is to it. Spend the specified amount of V-Bucks and select the skins you wish to use from the item locker. In addition to Spike Siegel and Faye Valentine, there are plenty of other themed items on offer within each bundle. How much do the Cowboy Bebop skins in Fortnite cost? Each of the Cowboy Bebop Forntite skins costs 1,500 V-Bucks (approx £10). There's no way of purchasing 1,500 V-Bucks, meaning you need to purchase two lots of 1,000 at £6.99 each. If you want both skins and all of the other Cowboy Bebop cosmetics on offer, you can buy the Cowboy Bebop bundle for 3,400 V-Bucks (approx £30). It may seem like a pricey investment, but fans of Cowboy Bebop are bound to splash the cash to add these cosmetics to their collection. Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Monster Hunter Wilds weapons: Best weapons and early game options explained
These weapons are perfect for hunting monsters.
Selecting the strongest weaponry in Monster Hunter Wilds is key to slaying monsters as quickly as possible. Capcom's latest entry into the hugely popular action RPG franchise contains a vast selection of weaponry that suits a variety of different play styles. As with all RPGs, some weapons are harder to master than others, and some are particularly useful in the early stages of a playthrough. So, what exactly are the best weapons to use in Monster Hunter Wilds? Keep on reading for everything there is to know about which swords, bows and glaives are most effective in the heat of battle. Best early game weapons in Monster Hunter Wilds There are several weapons available during the first few hours of Monster Hunter Wilds. After some testing, we've settled on this selection of weapons that are perfect for making an early impact: Long Sword Dual Blades Dual Hatchets Bow Sword & Shield Sword & Shield The trusty Sword & Shield is a great place for players to begin their Monster Hunter journey. Despite being the smallest and lightest shield-wielding class in the entire game, it's great for mastering the art of blocking and attacking. The ability to eat without having to stow away your weapon is also particularly useful when battling a tricky monster. The basic version of the Hope Sword is available for 200 Zenny. View oEmbed on the source website Dual Hatchets The Dual Hatchets are also worth investing in as they require minimal resources to craft. Armed with impressive base damage and the Power Prolonger skill, it's an effective way of dealing plenty of damage. To get the Dual Hatchets, you'll need 800 Zenny, one Machalite Ore and two Earth Crystals. Long Sword To utilise combo attacks, the Long Sword is another viable early game option. Using regular attacks charges the spirit gauge, which can activate a lengthy combo sequence perfect for dealing large amounts of damage. However, the lack of defensive abilities can leave you vulnerable to attacks if the Long Sword's moves are mistimed. The Long Sword is available from 200 Zenny. Bow The Bow is an excellent option if you plan on adding some range in addition to some melee combat damage. There are situations where staying back from the intended target is more effective than charging into battle sword-first. Using the Bow to deal damage and stay safe is a surefire way of tackling monsters with ease. The cheapest Bow is available for 200 Zenny. Dual Blades For quick and stylish combo attacks, the Dual Blades come into their own. It's also very easy to activate demon mode to deal even higher amounts of damage during battle. Despite the high damage and quick attacks, the Dual Blades, paired with demon mode, drain stamina quickly when you're not attacking. The cheapest pair of Dual Blades are available to purchase for 200 Zenny. For a closer look at the best beginner weapons, this video from Goober Troy highlights plenty of other options along with the list above in action. View oEmbed on the source website Best weapons overall in Monster Hunter Wilds After mastering the mechanics, upgrading your weapons to take on stronger opponents is the next step to becoming the best monster hunter out there. Without further ado, these three weapons currently stand out from the crowd: Bow Heavy Bowgun Long Sword Heavy Bowgun The Heavy Bowgun transforms your character into a human turret possessing a huge amount of firepower. The Ignition Mode provides the option to fire two different ammo types, which is ideal for dealing massive amounts of damage. However, the damage output does come at the cost of mobility. Despite this, the Heavy Bowgun is arguably the best weapon to use in Monster Hunter Wilds. Alongside the Heavy Bowgun, the Bow and the Long Sword are also up there as the most effective weaponry. For some other useful options, Nizar GG has showcased plenty of other viable picks. View oEmbed on the source website Read more: Monster Hunter Wilds update: Latest changes and patch notes All Monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds: Where to find them Is Monster Hunter Wilds crossplay: Platforms explained Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Two Point Museum release date, pre-order and latest news
Move over, Natural History Museum. This one has ghosts!
The Two Point series has expanded once again, with Two Point Museum becoming the latest entry into the management simulation franchise. Players have the opportunity to build the museum of their dreams, with T-Rex bones, marine life and ghosts all expected to make the job a challenging prospect. With the game entering early access, there's no better time to see what Two Point Museum has in store. That said, find everything there is to know about Two Point Museum, including its launch time and a closer look at all of the editions that are available. Two Point Museum release date Sega and Two Point Studios have confirmed that Two Point Museum will be released on Tuesday 4th March 2025. The game was announced in August 2024, with pre-order details following in September. It's a very short turnaround from announcement to release, something quite unusual these days. Those who purchase the Explorer Edition get five days of early access, which began on 27th February 2025. When is the UK launch time for Two Point Museum? The UK launch time for the Explorer of Two Point Museum was 5 pm GMT on 27th February 2025. For the standard edition, the game launches on 4th March 2025 at 5pm GMT. For American players, the servers switch on at 9am PST. Can I pre-order Two Point Museum? Two Point Museum is available for pre-order at a suggested retail price of £24.99 / $29.99 for both the standard physical and digital editions. 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Those on PC can head to Steam to pre-order or alternatively on the Two Point Studios website. Two Point Museum pre-order differences View oEmbed on the source website There will be two different Two Point Museum editions available at launch: standard and Explorer. The standard edition will include the base game itself and some Sonic the Hedgehog and Shadow the Hedgehog staff costumes for those who pre-order ahead of launch. The Explorer Edition will feature a "selection of decorative items to embellish your halls, walls and floors with bespoke designs and well travelled statues". On top of this, several "exclusive items to help your experts replenish faster to send out on more expeditions" will be included as well. The biggest difference is that the digital Explorer edition will grant five days of early access. Which consoles and platforms can play Two Point Museum? Two Point Museum will be available across both consoles and PC with PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Microsoft Windows platforms confirmed. This does currently mean that Nintendo Switch owners are set to miss out at launch, though we have a good feeling that the game will arrive at a later date – or even potentially at the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2. Two Point Museum gameplay and story details Two Point Museum is a business simulation game developed by Two Point Studios – known for Two Point Hospital and Two Point Campus – and published by Sega. Players will assume the role of a museum manager with the aim being to manage, design and refine the exhibits to create the best experience for guests. A team of (partially) trained experts can be sent on Expeditions in search of rare artefacts, while each section of the museum can be tailored to your design. This can be done by splashing some paint, laying down carpet or arranging the exhibits in an order of your choice. Alongside dinosaurs, a haunted hotel and aquarium will feature. Two Point Museum trailer The announcement trailer for Two Point Museum was unveiled in August 2024. The video shows off the many historical elements that will come into play – specifically the Jurassic era is previewed. Check out the trailer below: View oEmbed on the source website Two Point Museum will launch on Tuesday 4th March 2024 across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Microsoft Windows. Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Is Monster Hunter Wilds crossplay? Playing and progressing across platforms explained
Crossplay and cross-progression have become a staple of modern-day gaming, and many Monster Hunter Wilds fans are wondering if the feature is present in Capcom's latest release. Whether you play on a PC or a console, joining forces with other players to complete tasks and tackle the biggest monsters in the land is always fun. Although playing with others adds to the experience, there are some occasions where you may want to switch crossplay off and enjoy some solo gameplay. That said, find everything there is to know about Monster Hunter Wild's crossplay and cross-progression capabilities right here. Is Monster Hunter Wilds crossplay? Yes, Monster Hunter Wilds does support crossplay between PC, PlayStation and Xbox. To utilise crossplay, PlayStation users must have an active PlayStation Plus subscription, while Xbox players will need to have a subscription to Game Pass Core or the Ultimate tier. Crossplay enables players to load into open lobbies with ease, making the hunt for monsters a little easier. View oEmbed on the source website Does Monster Hunter Wilds have cross-progression? Monster Hunter Wilds does not support cross-progression. Capcom has revealed that saves are managed separately by each platform, meaning any kind of cross-progression isn't possible. This is frustrating for those that want to continue their progress from the comfort of their big-screen TV instead of sitting at their PCs. How to enable or disable crossplay in Monster Hunter Wilds For those wanting to enable or disable crossplay in Monster Hunter Wilds, the process is a straightforward one. Climb inside a tent at any base camp and scroll through the options until you reach the Quest Menu. Then, Select the Post/Join Quest option and click on the Settings. Scroll down to the Platform Permissions and switch on All Platforms for those looking to play with others. To switch it off, simply switch the setting to Your Platform to play solo. Read more: Monster Hunter Wilds update: Latest changes and patch notes All Monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds: Where to find them Monster Hunter weapons: Best options to use Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Pokémon Go Fusion Energy codes explained: How to get free Volt and Blaze Energy
There are several methods through which Pokémon Go players can upgrade the creatures they've captured. In addition to levelling them up by participating in Raids, players can also get their hands on free Volt and Blaze Fusion Energy to earn a fused version of Kyurem. To assist with the fusion process, Niantic has given players a helping hand by promoting its YouTube channels by revealing codes that provide players with Volt and Blaze Fusion Energy. With that said, find out how to claim the Pokémon Go Fusion Energy codes along with how to earn Fusion Energy without the codes. Pokémon Go Fusion Energy codes explained: How to get free Volt and Blaze Energy To get free Volt and Blaze Energy in Pokémon Go, fans need to grow the Pokémon Go YouTube channels. If the accounts gain at least 2,000 subscribers between 24th February and 27th February, codes will be unveiled. Below are all of the codes revealed so far: 50 Volt Fusion Energy: WJ5DFWASCL65W 50 Blaze Fusion Energy: RCC4AJPAUCW86 If more codes appear, we'll update the page with the latest additions along with what the rewards are. With the promotion coming to an end soon, it's unclear as to when these codes expire, so be sure to claim them while you can! How to get Fusion Energy in Pokémon Go In addition to the codes above, there are other ways to get your hands on Fusion Energy. Take part in the Go Tour: Unova event on 1st March and 2nd March for a chance to earn even more Energy. Raids involving Black Kyurem provide players with Volt Fusion Energy, while Raids that feature White Kyurem have Blaze Fusion Energy up for grabs. There's also a Special Research task that has 1,000 Fusion Energy on offer. Complete the It's Not Over Yet and pick the Energy of your choice. This particular task goes live on 1st March at 10am local time. Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Monster Hunter Wilds on PC: Platforms, minimum requirements and recommended specs
When it comes to battling monsters in all kinds of environments, Monster Hunter Wilds is set to be full of creatures to conquer. The latest instalment of Capcom's hugely popular fantasy RPG is on the way and will be available to PC players looking for the best graphical quality on offer. Depending on your PC, the levels of performance will differ, which is why knowing the minimum and recommended specs is essential information. With that said, find everything there is to know about the Monster Hunter Wilds platforms along with the requirements needed to run the game on PC smoothly. Which PC platforms can play Monster Hunter Wilds? Monster Hunter Wilds is available to play on Steam. Valve's PC gaming platform is the only place where the game is available to play. It's unclear if the game will release on other platforms at a later date, but for now, Steam is the exclusive PC platform for Monster Hunter Wilds. If the game launches on another platform, we'll update the page with everything there is to know. View oEmbed on the source website Are there any good deals on Monster Hunter Wilds for PC? There are a handful of deals for the PC version of Monster Hunter Wilds. If you don't fancy paying the full price, Loaded is selling the standard edition of the game along with the pre-order bonuses for £45.99, which is significantly lower than the RRP. With the launch on the horizon, there are bound to be some other retailers selling the game for less than Steam. When we spot a new deal, we'll be sure to add it here. Minimum requirements for Monster Hunter Wilds PC Ahead of launch, Steam has unveiled the minimum PC requirements that should run Monster Hunter Wilds on the lowest settings: OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit) Processor: Intel Core-i5 10400 or Intel Core-i3 12100 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 Memory: 16GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or AMD Radeon RX 5550 Storage: At least 75GB of available space Recommended specs for Monster Hunter Wilds PC For those wanting maximum quality and the highest frame rates, the recommended specs for Monster Hunter Wilds are below: OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit) Processor: Intel Core-i5 10400 or Intel Core-i3 12100 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 Memory: 16GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 2060 Super or AMD Radeon RX 6600 Storage: At least 75GB of available space Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
How to get Shiny Reshiram and Zekrom in Pokémon Go confirmed
With the Unova Tour event moving into view, Pokémon Go has added even more creatures for players to get their hands on. As part of the Dual Destiny season, the latest chapter of the Pokémon Go cycle maintains its focus on Max, Galar and Gigantamax battles. Alongside the battles, Zekrom and Reshiram are back in the fold as part of the formidable 5-Star Raids on offer during the month of February. As with all Raids, there's a chance players may encounter a Shiny version of the Pokémon to add to their ever-expanding collection. With that said, find all there is to know about how to catch a Shiny Zekrom and Reshiram. How to get Shiny Reshiram and Zekrom in Pokémon Go confirmed Shiny Zekrom and Reshiram will appear in 5-Star Raids. 5-Star Raids are the most difficult to complete and often require plenty of coordination among players in order to defeat the final boss. The chances of encountering a Shiny Pokémon are approximately one in 20, so a bit of luck is required when hunting down the rare version. When are the Shiny Reshiram and Zekrom Raids in Pokémon Go? The Reshiram and Zekrom Raids are available from 27th and 28th February 2025. Considering the month of February is coming to an end, there's only a short window for players to add the Shiny version of the Pokémon to their collection. Raid Hours take place every Wednesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time and are an ideal opportunity to bag a Legendary Pokémon. View Green Video on the source website How to beat Reshiram and Zekrom in Pokémon Go As with all Pokémon battles, there are several moves that are more effective than others. We've got the strongest counters for Reshiram and Zekrom below so you know which moves have the best chance of capturing the creatures. Reshiram Dragonite - Dragon Tail and Outrage Mega Diancie - Rock Throw and Rock Slide Primal Groudon - Dragon Tail and Precipice Blades Mega Garchomp - Dragon Tail and Outrage Mega Tyranitar - Smack Down and Stone Edge Reshiram is weak against Rock, Ground and Dragon-type attacks, so it's best to assemble a squad of Pokémon that possesses these kinds of moves. Players will also want Pinap Berries in their inventory for the best chance of scoring Curve Balls and Excellent Throws when attempting to catch it. Zekrom Mega Rayquaza - Dragon Tail and Breaking Swipe Mega Salamence - Dragon Tail and Draco Meteor Mega Latios - Dragon Breath and Dragon Claw Shadow Dialga - Dragon Breath and Draco Meteor Origin Forme Palkia - Dragon Breath and Spacial Rend Zekrom's weaknesses are Ground, Ice, Fairy and Dragon-type attacks, which gives players plenty of choice when selecting Pokémon that have the potential to deal plenty of damage during the Raid. Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
When is Pokémon Day 2025? Date confirmed and what to expect
The Pokémon Day 2025 date is today, much to the delight of fans wanting to know what's next for the hugely popular franchise. This celebration of all things Pokémon will feature announcements on upcoming projects in addition to updates on existing things such as Pokémon Go. With Pokémon having such a diverse range of projects, the Pokémon Day 2025 celebrations are bound to have something for everyone. Maybe we'll even get a look at Pokémon Z-A! Here, find everything there is to know about Pokémon Day 2025 and all of the latest announcements. When is Pokémon Day 2025? Pokémon Day 2025 is on Thursday 27th February. This is when the Pokémon Presents live stream should take place, too! There’s a lot we still don’t know about what The Pokémon Company has up its sleeves for 2025, including exactly what the Year of Eevee is set to feature. Hopefully, we learn more on 27th February. In terms of what we can expect from the Pokémon Presents live stream and Pokémon Day, you’ll have to read on below. When is the Pokémon Presents presentation? The Pokémon Presents presentation will begin at 2pm GMT. This is great news for UK Pokémon fans, with the stream beginning in the early afternoon. We expect the stream to run for no longer than an hour as The Pokémon Company shares details on new releases and more. How to watch the Pokémon Presents presentation The Pokémon Presents presentation will be shown on the official YouTube channel. We've embedded the stream below so you don't miss any of the announcements: View oEmbed on the source website What to expect from Pokémon Day 2025 On Pokémon Day 2025, the Pokémon Presents live stream will likely take place. We imagine we’ll have events to play through in Pokémon Go and Pokémon TCG Pocket, too. During the Pokémon Presents 2025 live stream, we’re expecting a much-needed update on Pokémon Legends Z-A – will it come to Switch 2? Dragonite and the Postman We'll also see more of Dragonite and the Postman, a new anime that releases on Pokémon Day. There's every chance the anime is released either during or after the broadcast. Check out the trailer below: View oEmbed on the source website The 10th generation Another potential reveal is Pokémon Generation 10. It’s been three years since Scarlet/Violet was released, and there has been a new generation of Pokémon RPGs every three years since Black and White back in 2010. In fact, only Diamond and Pearl breaks the trend of a new generation every three years, with it releasing four years after Ruby and Sapphire and four years before Black and White. Hmm. View Riddle on the source website Outside of the games, we imagine we’ll get updates on any upcoming anime films they have up their sleeves. With everything above, there is a lot of potential for 2025 to be a massive year for Pokémon. We’ll have to wait and see exactly what’s in store for us this Pokémon Day on 27th February. Remakes and remasters If the rumour mill is to be believed, Pokémon Black and White remakes are reportedly on their way to Nintendo Switch. The DS games sold approximately 16 million units since its 2011 release, making it the perfect time for The Pokémon Company to commission a remaster. Plenty of updates Pokémon's existing projects such as Go, TCG, Unite and Sleep continue to perform well, with millions enjoying what they have to offer. Pokémon Presents is bound to contain a new Pokémon Go announcement along with the potential arrival of a new TCG pack containing a fresh batch of unique cards to collect. Read more on Pokémon: Pokémon Go Raids schedule - upcoming battles Best Pokémon gifts - the greatest merch Best Pokémon games on Switch - our ranking Best shiny Pokémon - the coolest creatures Best Dragon-type Pokémon - who's your fave? All cat Pokémon - the felines to catch Pokémon natures guide - all you need to know Pokémon type chart - strengths and weaknesses explained Legendary Pokémon - the full list Pokémon Scarlet and Violet cheats - handy hacks Pokémon Emerald cheats - what you need to know Pokémon Fire Red cheats - all codes Pokémon Go friend codes - and how to find them Pokémon games in order - where to start View Green Video on the source website Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Revenge of the Savage Planet release date confirmed and latest news
When Journey to the Savage Planet released in 2020, it delighted critics and audiences alike with its lighthearted humour and co-op exploration. The world was vibrant, and the upgrade system was addictive. It didn't do anything groundbreaking, but this is sometimes refreshing in itself. Now the sequel, titled Revenge of the Savage Planet, is on the way. Racoon Logic Studios looks to bring much of what made the original shine, and lots more. If you loved the first one (or if you're intrigued by the above premise), then we've rounded up all we know about Revenge of the Savage Planet below. Revenge of the Savage Planet release date Revenge of the Savage Planet releases on 8th May 2025. Only four days away from Star Wars Day (which would have been fitting), but at least it won't be long before players can start exploring. Early access for the game kicked off on 5th May for everyone that ordered the Cosmic Hoarder edition on their platform of choice. Can I pre-order Revenge of the Savage Planet? Pre-orders for Revenge of the Savage Planet are available now around the web. We can currently see that Amazon is selling the game at a discounted price of £37.99. Bargain! You can wishlist it on Steam, Xbox and PlayStation. And yes, if you were wondering, Revenge of the Savage Planet will be on Xbox Game Pass at launch. View Green Video on the source website Which consoles and platforms can play Revenge of the Savage Planet? Revenge of the Savage Planet will be available on PC, PS4, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. There's no sign of any exclusivity deals between the platforms, which is great news for everyone wanting to load into the action at the same time. For those hoping for a Nintendo Switch release, it's not looking good. Racoon Logic Studios is yet to confirm whether the game will be launching on the console, but there is still plenty of time for confirmation to arrive. Revenge of the Savage Planet gameplay and story details Revenge of the Savage Planet focuses on cosmonauts who've been fired from the space programme and left on an alien planet with the task of getting home. The planet contains a wealth of resources to collect, along with several areas to jump, glide and swim around. There are also plenty of enemies to tackle on your own or with other players thanks to online co-op and crossplay capabilities. In the months leading up to launch, expect more details on various mechanics to be revealed. Is there a Revenge of the Savage Planet trailer? Yes! There are a couple of trailers showcasing what Revenge of the Savage Planet is all about. The most recent trailer is a gameplay preview showcasing a variety of different mechanics. View oEmbed on the source website The first trailer appeared during Gamescom 2024, which took place earlier this year. Check it out below: View oEmbed on the source website Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Among Us 3D: Demo release date and what to expect
After exploding in popularity when it released in 2018, Among Us continues to attract new and returning players. Determining which players are the impostors started a trend for social deduction games skyrocketing in player count as gamers started looking elsewhere for their fun, yet competitive, experiences. With players continuing to load into a variety of maps, publisher Innersloth has unveiled a 3D version of the game is on its way. Here, find everything there is to know about Among Us 3D including its demo release date and all of the platforms the game is available on. What is Among Us 3D? Among Us 3D is a new iteration of the game that enables players to play using a first-person perspective without a VR headset. Innersloth says the VR and 3D versions are the same game, giving players the perfect opportunity to make the most of crossplay capabilities. The rules in Among Us 3D remain the same. The only major change is the perspective of the action. When is the Among Us 3D demo release date? The Among Us 3D demo is available for players during the Steam Next Fest which begins on 24th February 2025. During this time, players will have the ability to download a slice of the full game to see how the new perspective changes how matches are played. In addition to the demo being available, players can also add the full game to their wishlist on Steam. How to play the Among Us 3D demo Playing the Among Us 3D demo is a simple process. All you need to do is head to Steam, search for Among Us 3D and download the demo onto your PC. Once the download is finished, you can start searching for games and playing with a first-person perspective. When is the full release for Among Us 3D? Innersloth hasn't set a release date for Among Us 3D. However, the publisher has revealed that it will be "coming soon" as part of a roadmap that will reveal what the future of Among Us has in store. As soon as an official release date appears, we'll be sure to update the page with the latest information. View Green Video on the source website Which platforms can play Among Us 3D? Among Us 3D is exclusively available on PC for the time being. There's always a chance the new iteration of the game heads to PlayStation and Xbox at a later date but for now, the only place to play is on Steam. Thanks to Among Us 3D being similar to the VR version of the game, VR and non-VR players will have the option to play together. Great news if you're wanting to see which of your friends is sus! Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
FC 25 gets free trial on Switch: Start date and how to get it
The popularity of EA Sports FC 25 shows no signs of slowing down as the cycle for the most recent entry into the footballing franchise nears its end. FC 25 continues to see millions load into Career Mode and Ultimate Team modes with the aim of building the very best team to ever grace the virtual pitch. Now, those with a Nintendo Switch Online subscription have the perfect opportunity to experience the beautiful game on their consoles. Here, find everything there is to know about the FC 25 free trial on Switch and how you can start scoring as soon as possible. When is the FC 25 free trial on Switch? The FC 25 free trial on Switch takes place from 24th February 2025 and will run until 2nd March 2025. This gives players a whole week to download EA Sports FC 25 and play the game without having to spend a single penny. There's no better time to play it if you've always wanted to try the game on Nintendo's flagship console. How to get FC 25 free trial on Switch To download the free trial of FC 25 on Switch, head to the Nintendo eShop and download the game. Players will have access to the entire game meaning they can play Rush, Ultimate Team and more. When the free trial runs out, players won't have access to the game but the game will be available to purchase from the eShop. Worried about having to start a new save when the trial ends? Fear not. Players who made progress during the free trial will have the ability to continue with their saves if they decide to part ways with their cash. Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Best Cypher 091 loadout for CoD Warzone and BO6 explained
The meta in Call of Duty is constantly changing, thanks to regular updates from Treyarch and Raven Software. Whether it's Black Ops 6 or Warzone, seasonal updates often contain a wide range of buffs and nerfs designed to maintain a level playing field. Season 2 Reloaded saw several popular weapons hit with nerfs. Now, there's a new contender set to dominate multiplayer and battle royale matches. With that said, find all the intel on the best Cypher 091 loadout that's perfect for mid-range combat right here! Best Cypher 091 for CoD Warzone and BO6 The Warzone gunsmith contains a vast selection of attachments that enable players to gear the assault rifle to suit their style of play perfectly. After some testing, this build is most likely to excel in mid-range combat along with long-distance duels: Muzzle: Compensator Barrel: Gain-Twist Barrel Optic: Willis 3x Underbarrel: Vertical Foregrip Magazine: Extended Mag II To tame the recoil generated by the Cypher 091's rate of fire, the Compensator is the perfect attachment to equip from the Muzzle category. The increase in control gives players an even better chance to hit the target in the heat of battle. For some damage boosts, the Gain-Twist Barrel is the best option. Faster bullet velocity minimises any kind of damage drop-off which is key for those looking to make an impact at longer distances. There's nothing worse than running out of ammunition in the middle of a firefight, which is where the Extended Mag II comes into its own. Thanks to the huge increase in ammo capacity, players can eliminate multiple opponents without the need to retreat and reload. More Cypher 091 loadouts for CoD Warzone and BO6 As with most loadouts in Warzone and Black Ops 6, the right build comes down to personal preference. If the one above doesn't suit a particular style of play, we've got a few more options that still have a shot of dominating the ever-changing meta. Eight attachments Muzzle: Compensator Barrel: Gain-Twist Barrel Optic: Willis 3x Stock: Heavy Stock Rear Grip: Commando Grip Underbarrel: Vertical Foregrip Magazine: Extended Mag II Fire Mod: Recoil Springs Thanks to the Gunfighter wildcard, players can add another three attachments onto the Cypher 091 for even greater boosts in performance. The most notable addition in this particular build are the Recoil Springs, which reduces the kick down to non-existent levels. Stealthy Muzzle: Suppressor Underbarrel: Ranger Foregrip Magazine: Extended Mag I Rear Grip: CQB Grip Laser: Strelok Laser For those who want to add an element of stealth to their Call of Duty gameplay, this Cypher 091 build is an excellent choice. The Suppressor keeps audio at a minimum while the pairing of the Ranger Foregrip and CQB Grip provide significant improvements to movement speed. Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Fortnite update today (21st February): What changes in the patch notes?
The start of a new Fortnite season is always an exciting one as Epic Games continues to evolve the battle royale. Chapter 6 season 2 contains a wealth of brand-new content along with a new antagonist that could play a part in the next spectacular live event. A new season means the map has also undergone some notable changes, giving players even more choice when it comes to deciding on a place to land. So, what does the latest Fortnite update have in store? Keep on reading for everything there is to know bout the new arrivals and the adjustments that have been made. What changes in the Fortnite update today (21st February)? The Chapter 6 season 2 update for Fortnite contains a vast amount of changes. Ranging from new weapons and medallions to the all-new Gold Rush mechanic, the changes are expected to spice up all battle royale modes. There are also even more Boons capable of providing game-changing benefits that give you the best possible chance of becoming the last one standing. Full patch notes for Fortnite V34.00 We've dissected the patch notes and separated all of the main changes and additions into their own categories. Without further ado, here are the full Fortnite V34.00 patch notes: New weapons Fletcher Kane's Double Down Pistol Sub Zero's Kombat Kit Thermite Plasma Burst Laser Collateral Damage Assault Rifle The Kneecappeer Falcon Eye Sniper Port-a-Cover Pulse Scanner Med-Mist Grenade Gold Splash Outlaw Shotgun (Arriving in v34.10 update) Rocket Drill (Arriving in v34.10 update) Pump & Dump (Arriving in v34.10 update) New medallions Super Shield - Places a Shield Bubble Jr while players heal with a "self-healing item" such as a Shield Potion or a Med Kit. Unstoppable - An increase in sprint speed that enables players to hit enemies out of the way. New Boons Greed - Earn additional Gold Bars from scoring eliminations and opening containers. Vulture - Reveal the location of enemies that have been eliminated on the map. Gold Rush - Open or destroy chests to earn the Gold Rush boost. Gold Ammo - Earn ammo while picking up Gold Bars. Adrenaline Rush - Earn the Slap effect by mantling, hurdling and wall-jumping. New map POIs Crime City - Large POI packed with multi-storey buildings and vantage points. Shiny Shafts - Fletcher Kane's mining operation. Features overground and underground pathways. Outlaw Oasis - A luxury spa featuring several corridors for close-quarters combat. Lonewolf Lair - Fletcher Kane's hideout. Security is tight here so be prepared for a fight. Gold Rush Throughout the map, players will see gold puddles of water which they can swim in. Swimming in the gold puddles provides players with faster movement speed, faster pickaxe swing speed and an increase in pickaxe damage to structures. Alongside the puddles, players can also mine the Gold Veins to use the Gold Rush to their advantage. Black market The black market is open for business in Chapter 6 season 2. Spend Gold Bars and Dill Bills during matches to obtain Mythic and Legendary items, which are guaranteed to be useful in the heat of battle. Armoured train and transport The armoured train circulates the map during matches in Chapter 6 season 2, thanks to Fletcher Kane transporting all kinds of valuables around the island. The convoys contain henchmen carrying out the convoys. Once eliminated, players can take control of the vehicles and use them to navigate the map with ease. Climbing aboard the Armoured Train works slightly differently. Breach the vault car using Thermite to secure the valuables for yourself. Be aware of the turrets on top of the train, as they're more than capable of bringing your match to an early end. Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Marvel Rivals season 1.5 update: What changes in today's patch notes?
The season 1.5 update for Marvel Rivals is right around the corner. A month after the season 1 update for the hugely popular hero shooter went live, the mid-season update aims to bring a wealth of new content including new heroes to master. In addition to the arrival of The Thing and the Human Torch, the update also contains several balancing changes aiming to maintain a level playing field. With that said, find all of the changes made along with the full patch notes in this handy article packed with information. When is the Marvel Rivals season 1.5 update? The Marvel Rivals season 1.5 update goes live on 21st February 2025. Downtime is already under way meaning the servers will return imminently! In the meantime, the downtime is the perfect moment for players to familiarise themselves with all of the buffs and nerfs made to each of the heroes. What changes in the Marvel Rivals season 1.5 update? The season 1.5 update contains a huge balancing pass affecting several heroes. With multiple buffs and nerfs, the chances of the existing meta changing is extremely high. There's also the arrival of a new Convergence map and the second Midnight Features season event that's packed full of new cosmetics to earn. In addition to the balancing and new content, the season 1.5 update also contains several bug fixes addressing several issues impacting players loading into the action. View Green Video on the source website Full patch notes for Marvel Rivals season 1.5 update Without further ado, here are the full patch notes for the Marvel Rivals season 1.5 update: Vanguard Captain America <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> He will be able to shield himself with Living Legend mid-leap. Increase Vibranium Energy Saw’s projectile speed from 60m/s to 80m/s, with ricochets ramping up from 100m/s to a supercharged 150m/s. Reduce the energy cost of Freedom Charge (ultimate ability) from 3100 to 2800. Enhance Captain America’s combat experience by separating Sentinel Strike from melee attacks. Captain America will be able to use melee attacks while his shield is thrown or during the Team-Up Ability Charged Aegis state to activate the first two hits of Sentinel Strike. Additionally, while airborne, using melee attacks will no longer trigger the Super-Soldier Slam ability. Doctor Strange <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Reduce base health from 650 to 600. Groot <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Increase Thornlash Wall placement range from 15 meters to 18 meters. Magneto <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Increase Iron Volley projectile damage from 35 to 40. Increase Metallic Curtain’s energy consumption from 50/s to 65/s; Reduce its Maximum Duration from 2s to 1.5s. Thor <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Remove the shared cooldown time after the duration of Awakening Rune ends. Venom <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Adjust the knock back effect of Frenzied Arrival from vertical to inward, with an inward knockback angle of 75°. Reduce the energy cost of Feast of the Abyss (ultimate ability) from 2800 to 2500. Duelist Black Widow Natasha’s combat effectiveness has been enhanced, increasing the threat level to enemies after using her Ultimate Ability. – Increase the magazine capacity of the Red Room Rifle from 8 to 15. – Enhance the slow effect of Electro-Plasma Explosion (Ultimate Ability) on enemies from 80% to 55%. Additionally, it will apply a 15% Vulnerability effect to hit enemies for 4 seconds. Hawkeye <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Increase base health from 250 to 275. Reduce projectile damage of Blast Arrow from 20 to 15, while the spell field damage will be increased from 25 to 32. Reduce the cooldown time for Crescent Slash from 15s to 12s. Increase bow draw speed during the duration of Hunter’s Sight (Ultimate Ability) and raise damage multiplier from 1.2 to 1.35. Hela <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> The Damage Falloff of Nightsword Thorn at 30 meters will be changed from 70% to 80%. Iron Fist <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Reduce the damage of Jeet Kune Do’s 1st, 2nd, and 5th strikes from 32 to 30, while the 3rd and 4th strikes will deal 15 damage instead of 16. The final, devastating 6th strike has been dialed back from 55 to 50. The cooldown reduction for Dragon’s Defense has been extended from 1s to 1.5s. The damage of each hit from Yat Jee Chung Kuen will take a hit, dropping from 19 to 10 flat damage (including during Living Chi). However, each strike from the Yat Jee Chung Kuen now delivers an extra blow, dealing damage equal to 1.7% of the opponent’s maximum health (including during Living Chi). Increase the additional maximum health granted by Harmony Recovery from 50 to 150. A new decay mechanism for the extra health has also been introduced: one second after the ability ends, the additional health will deplete at a rate of 25 health per second. Increase the maximum Bonus Health converted from damage blocked during Dragon’s Defense from 150 to 200. Increase base health from 250 to 300. Iron Man <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Increase Unibeam damage from 120/s to 140/s. Increase Unibeam (Armor Overdrive) damage from 180/s to 190/s. Magik <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Decrease the damage dealt by Demon’s Rage (regular state) from 80/s to 72/s. Reduce the energy cost of Darkchild (ultimate ability) from 3700 to 3400. Mister Fantastic <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Increase the spell field radius after landing from Flexible Elongation from 2.5 meters to 5 meters. Additionally, Flexible Elongation will now feature a knockback effect, launching enemies outward within the area upon landing. The recharge time for a single use of Flexible Elongation will be adjusted from 8s to 10s. Increase the damage of Brainiac Bounce (Ultimate Ability) spell from 50 to 70. Increase the energy cost from 2800 to 3400. Additionally, a new damage decay mechanism has been introduced: spell field damage will begin to decrease starting at 3 meters and will reach a maximum reduction of 50 at 10 meters. Moon Knight <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Reduced the Hand of Khonshu talons falling speed. Correct the damage trigger logic for Hand of Khonshu. The previous mechanism that dealt 75 damage when positioned at the center of the spell field has been removed. Increase the damage of each hit from 75 to 150. Scarlet Witch <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Gain an additional 100 Bonus Health upon activating Reality Erasure (Ultimate Ability). After the ability ends or is interrupted, this Bonus Health will decay at a rate of 50/s. Spider-Man <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Reduce Web-Cluster energize time from 3s to 2.5s. Star-Lord <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Increase Rocket Propulsion’s maximum energy from 1200 to 1800. Storm <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> The Damage Falloff of Wind Blade at 30 meters will be changed from 70% to 60%. Reduce Storm’s damage increase from Thunder during Weather Control from 16% to 12%. However, the damage increase for allies within range has been increased from 8% to 10%. Reduce Storm’s damage increase from Enhanced Thunder during Weather Control from 30% to 25%. Strategist Adam Warlock <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Increase the damage of Quantum Magic from 55 to 60. Additionally, the Damage Falloff at 40 meters will be changed from 50% to 60%. Increase the healing amount provided by Soul Bond to linked allies from 10/s to 15/s. Cloak & Dagger <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Increase the energy cost to activate Eternal Bond (Ultimate Ability) from 3400 to 4000. The healing amount of each segment will be increased from 220/s to 250/s, the duraiton will be reduced from 10s to 8s, and the pause time between segments decrease from 1s to 0.67s. Now, the healing effect from each segment will not stack; when overlapping, only one healing effect is applied. Additionally, camera control is unlocked during the activation of Eternal Bond. Increase the Vulnerability inflicted on enemies by Terror Cape from 20% to 28%. Invisible Woman <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Increase the energy cost of Invisible Boundary (ultimate ability) from 4000 to 4300. Loki <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Increase the energy cost of God of Mischief (ultimate ability) from 3400 to 4000. Increase Mystical Missile charges from 10 to 12. Luna Snow <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Increase the energy cost to activate Fate of Both Worlds (Ultimate Ability) from 4000 to 4500. Team-up Abilities Atlas Bond <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Increase the healing amount of Frozen Chi from 50 to 75, and the slow effect on enemies from 20% to 30%. Dimensional Shortcut <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Reduced the Rewind Time for Psionic Disc from 5s to 3s. Additionally, the conversion ratio of lost health to blue armor will be increased from 0.5 to 0.8. Reduced the Rewind Time for Wakandan Master from 5s to 3s. Additionally, the conversion ratio of lost health to blue armor will be increased from 0.5 to 0.8. Gamma Charge <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Reduce Unibeam (Gamma Overdrive) damage from 220/s to 200/s. Reduce Hulk’s Team-Up Anchor health bonus from 150 to 100. Lunar Force <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Full Moon New Effect: Continuously heal Moon Knight for 25 health per/s while within the effect area. Symbiote Bond <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Reduce Spider-Man’s Suit Expulsion duration from 4s to 1s. Replace the 50% damage reduction effect with a new invincibility effect during the duration. Reduce Peni Parker’s Armor Expulsion duration from 4s to 2s. Replace the 50% damage reduction effect with a new invincibility effect during the duration. New Content Heroes and Costumes <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> The Thing and Human Torch are ready to rock out and flame on! New Costumes: The Thing – Trench Coat and First Family, along with Human Torch – Negative Zone Gladiator and First Family! Maps and Modes <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Enter the new Convergence map – Empire of Eternal Night: Central Park. New: An extra 0.5 seconds of grace time will be added at the end of the overtime in all modes, optimizing situations where games may end abruptly (like when players cannot be detected due to certain hero abilities or when accidentally drift slightly outside the valid range). New: In Quick Mode, matchmaking for substitutes will no longer occur when a quick match is about to end. Optimization: Improved loading speed at the start of matches. Season Battle Pass and Season Story Events <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> The season event Midnight Features II is here! The first round of the season 1.5 Twitch Drops event is live! Players can earn the “Two-in-One” spray and Hela’s “Great Galaxy” emote. Also, stay tuned for a second round, expected to arrive mid-season 1.5, featuring a brand-new costume reward! (Keep an eye on official announcements for exact times!) Players who purchase the Luxury Battle Pass and redeem all its rewards can now convert any leftover Chrono Tokens for Units at a specific ratio. Ranked <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> New: Season 1 has been split into S1.0 and S1.5, with S1.0 concluding on February 21, 2025, at 8:00 AM (UTC+0). Rewards including the costume and Crest of Honors will be distributed accordingly. In S1.5, players will retain their ranks from the end of S1.0. New: S1.5 Gold Rank costume rewards include Invisible Woman – Blood Shield and Human Torch – Blood Blaze. New: Crest of Honor rewards for S1.5 will feature distinct designs for Grandmaster, Celestial, Eternity, and Top 500. New: A “Hide Own Name (Competitive)” feature is now available for players at Diamond III and above. Once activated, your true identity will be under wraps during the loading screen, hero selection, and the start of the match. Other players won’t be able to see your name right away! After a short period in the battle, your real name will pop back up. General <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Career System: Season statistics will now distinguish between S1.0 and S1.5, with the added ability to filter Tournament data only. Account Deletion: A new account deletion option has been added under Settings – Other, allowing players to initiate the account deletion process. Inactivity Detection: AFK timers will pause during the wait to respawn. Reticle Customization: All changes will now automatically upload to server storage, preventing loss due to local issues. Graphics and Settings: Optimized the brightness of some scene floors when “Reflection Quality” is set to “Off.” Discord Binding Interface: Adjusted to generate an invitation code only upon clicking “Generate.” PC Graphics and Settings <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> NVIDIA DLSS 4 is available now, featuring DLSS Multi Frame Generation for GeForce RTX 50 Series GPU. DLSS Multi Frame Generation generates up to three additional frames per traditionally rendered frame, providing even faster performance for gamers. AMD Radeon Anti-Lag 2 is available now, reducing the system latency (the time between user inputs and visual responses). It works best in GPU-limited scenarios. (Anti-Lag 2 Requires AMD Radeon RX 5000 Series or newer GPU) Fixed AMD FSR3 Frame Generation frame pacing for smoother experience. Console <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Adjusted the “Model Detail” graphics setting tier for Xbox Series S to enhance performance and stability. Improved focus navigation in the mail system for easier content management. Optimized aim assist range and mechanics, making crosshair deceleration more visually intuitive. Fixes and Optimizations General <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Fixed an issue where some UI prompts in the team voice system would occasionally delay or disappear. Resolved a rare issue where players couldn’t operate after reporting a player. Corrected a variety of language and text issues. Maps and Modes <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Fixed terrain issues that could cause characters to become stuck or clip through odd locations. Resolved various issues including floating broken objects, collision errors, etc. Addressed several sound issues on maps. Corrected a rare bug in Doom Match, that displayed multiple players in first place. Rectified an issue in Conquest mode where, after reconnecting to a match, indicators, such as KO Streaks would not be displayed. Heroes <ul class="pl-10 mt-1 overflow-y-hidden font-body text-body-1 text-neutral-grey dark:text-neutral-white dark:text-body-1 dark:font-body mb-5 external:text-custom-content-text external:dark:text-custom-content-text List_list___uTwY wp-block-list" data-experiment='{"widget":true}' data-article-img-src="https://www.dexerto.com/cdn-image/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/05/Marvel-Rivals-Thor-and-Loki-team-up.jpg" data-note-img-alt="Thor and Loki in Marvel Rivals"> Fixed various hero SFX issues. Resolved a series of quirky pairing performance issues between various heroes. Spider-Man’s Wall Crawl Woes: Fixed an issue where Spider-Man sometimes couldn’t use his abilities while falling from the top of a wall. The web-slinger can now strike without a hitch—no more sticky situations! Hulk’s Banner Backtrack: Resolved a glitch where Hulk couldn’t be detected by vehicles or mission areas during his transformation back to Bruce Banner. The big guy’s identity shift is now seamless! Doctor Strange’s Portal Precision: Fixed a bug where Doctor Strange’s portals could get destroyed if they intersected with broken Recursive Destruction objects during the rewind phase in Empire of Eternal Night: Midtown. The Sorcerer Supreme’s portals are now as reliable as his magic! Iron Fist’s Jumping Jack: Addressed an exploit that allowed Iron Fist to perform rapid consecutive jumps under specific conditions. The martial artist’s acrobatics are now finely tuned! Loki’s Revival Riddle: Fixed an issue where Loki would incorrectly indicate he was out of Adam Warlock’s revival range while transforming within Adam Warlock’s ultimate range. Mister Fantastic’s Elasticity Error: Fixed an unexpected interaction where Mister Fantastic’s ultimate bounce range preview was affected by Cloak’s Phased state. The stretchy hero’s powers are now back on track! Captain America’s Unbound Shield: Corrected an issue where during Captain America’s ultimate, he couldn’t be stunned by Spider-Man’s ultimate. Squirrel Girl’s Sonic Surprise: Resolved a sound issue where Squirrel Girl’s hit sound effect was occasionally too sharp. Her acorns now land with a perfect pop! Venom’s Damage Dilemma: Fixed a problem where Venom’s ultimate sometimes failed to deal damage. The symbiote’s ferocity is now fully unleashed! Mister Fantastic’s Elastic Aim Adjustment: Fixed an issue where Mister Fantastic’s arm orientation sometimes didn’t align with the targeting reticle when using his abilities. Now, the stretchy hero can hit the mark with precision—no more twisted arms! Magneto’s Magnetic Misfire: Addressed an issue where Magneto’s ultimate could pass through characters without dealing damage due to discrepancies between collision models and visual effects. The collision body is now properly optimized to better suit the visual presentation. Portal Peril Prevention: Fixed an issue where if certain heroes were eliminated by terrain after using their abilities to pass through Doctor Strange’s portals, it would sometimes not count as a KO for the Sorcerer Supreme. Now, every portal pitfall will be counted! Doctor Strange’s Visual Vanishing Act: Fixed a problem where other players sometimes couldn’t see Doctor Strange’s ultimate effect. The Eye of Agamotto will now dazzle everyone on the battlefield! Doctor Strange’s Control Conundrum: Resolved an issue where Doctor Strange’s ultimate control effect could be overridden by Luna Snow’s or Scarlet Witch’s control effects, prematurely ending his control. The Sorcerer Supreme’s spells now hold strong—no more magic mix-ups! Cloak & Dagger’s Ice Imprisonment: Resolved an issue where, while using their ultimate, if being frozen by Luna Snow, Cloak & Dagger would remain frozen even after taking damage. They can now break free from Luna’s icy grips! Peni Parker’s Cyber Conundrum: Fixed a quirky situation where if Peni Parker was defeated while using Cyber-Bond and resurrected by Rocket Raccoon’s beacon, she would be stuck in her Cyber-Bond animation. She will now be revived without any lingering effects! Mister Fantastic’s Stretch Cancel: Fixed a glitch where Mister Fantastic’s Stretch Punch could be interrupted by Distended Grip during its wind-up phase, yet still erroneously deal damage. Now, the stretchy hero’s attacks are consistent—no more bouncing back from unfair hits! Loki’s Ultimate Illusion Fix: Resolved an issue where, after transforming into another hero and using their ultimate, the ultimate’s effects could remain in the scene if Loki was defeated during the process. We’ve ensured that his tricks vanish appropriately—no more ghostly ultimates haunting the battlefield! Rocket’s Revival Resurgence: Fixed an issue where heroes revived by Rocket Raccoon’s B.R.B. occasionally became unable to move. Now, everyone can get back into the action without a hitch—no more stuck-in-place moments after a heroic comeback! Moon Knight’s Bounce Damage Fix: Resolved an issue where Moon Knight’s bounce attack would occasionally fail to deal damage. Now, his strikes hit true. Winter Soldier’s Targeting Trouble: Addressed an issue where Winter Soldier’s ultimate sometimes visually appeared to hit targets but would actually miss. The sharpshooter’s aim is now spot on! Read more on Marvel Rivals: Is Marvel Rivals free? - what you can pay for Marvel Rivals crossplay - is it cross-platform? Marvel Rivals Twitch Drops - how to claim Marvel Rivals team-ups explained - all combinations Will Marvel Rivals be on PS4? - platforms explained Marvel Rivals is available across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC. Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
CoD BO6 TMNT event pass explained: All rewards and how to get them
Cowabunga! The Ninja Turtles have arrived in Call of Duty.
The Call of Duty franchise continues to collaborate with several notable names from the worlds of TV, gaming and movies. As part of the Season 2 Reloaded update for Black Ops 6 and Warzone, Activision's shooter series has joined forces with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) for a second time. The collaboration features a wealth of themed content as part of a paid event pass along with several limited-time modes adding unique twists on some classic game modes. With that said, we've got all the intel on Call of Duty's crossover with the Ninja Turtles including how to get your hands on all of the items up for grabs. When is the CoD BO6 TMNT event? Call of Duty's crossover with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles begins on 27th February 2025 The start date comes a week after the mid-season update for Black Ops 6 and Warzone went live. Starting the event a week after Season 2 Reloaded gives fans a chance to experience the new maps before the Turtles emerge from the underground and onto the battlefield. CoD BO6 TMNT event pass: All rewards and how to get them In total, there are 20 rewards available to earn within the Call of Duty TMNT event pass. Ten are available in the free track while the other ten are part of the paid track. The premium track costs 1,100 CoD Points which is the same as the standard iteration of the seasonal battle pass. Free rewards Below is a list of the free rewards that will feature as part of the TMNT event: Foot Clan Operator skin Clan Ties spray Ninja Clan emblem Skateboard melee weapon Pepperoni Power sticker Together loading screen Belt Fed Magazine attachment Undead Foot Clan Operator skin Thinker weapon charm D1.3 Sector weapon Premium rewards Sensei's Support finishing move Splinter's Cane weapon blueprint Infestation weapon blueprint Sewer Surfer weapon blueprint Family calling card The Master emblem Robotic Ninja weapon blueprint Sliced weapon blueprint Brainiac Gun Screen Splinter Operator View Green Video on the source website What else is included in the CoD BO6 TMNT event? In addition to all of the themed cosmetics arriving as part of the TMNT crossover, the event also features limited-time modes in multiplayer and Zombies. TMNT Moshpit TMNT Moshpit adds a unique twist onto Team Deathmatch, Domination and Hardpoint matches. By earning Scorestreaks or by wearing a TMNT Operator skin, players can earn a range of abilities that provide a game-changing advantage. Ranging from teleporting behind enemy lines to dropping a pizza box giving teammates a damage buff, these abilities have the power to change the course of a match. TMNT Cranked For Zombies, the TMNT Cranked mode adds a countdown clock to raise the stakes. As each round progresses, the timer shrinks. Fail to kill a zombie before the timer strikes zero, the game will end. Thankfully, there are plenty of useful power-ups to keep the timer ticking over so players have the best chance of reaching a high round. Similar to the TMNT Moshpit mode in multiplayer, players who load into the match with a themed Operator skin equipped will have a 50 per cent reduction in damage from behind. Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.