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Captain Obvious time: The Fallout TV series has massively increased game sales, even for the '90s originalsThe Fallout TV series has significantly boosted sales and player counts across the entire Fallout franchise, including original titles from the 1990s. Data from G2A.com and SteamDB shows player numbers for games like Fallout 4 increasing tenfold following the show's premiere and subsequent seasons. This sustained interest indicates the series has successfully attracted a new, permanent audience to the games.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Scores a Great Discount on Switch 2 For One Day Only - IGNMetroid Prime 4: Beyond for the Nintendo Switch 2 is available for a limited time at a 21% discount, priced at $54.99 on Woot. This deal is part of Woot's 'Video Games For All!' sale, which runs until April 4 or until supplies last. IGN's review praised the game as an excellent revival, noting its impressive moments.
Big Tech makes White House pledge to stump up for the increased energy costs of AI and prevent household bills from…Several major tech companies, including Google, Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon, along with AI firms like OpenAI and xAI, have signed a White House pledge to cover the increased energy costs associated with their data centers. This initiative aims to prevent the proliferation of AI-driven data centers from raising electricity bills for consumers and businesses.- Google pledges roughly three hours of its annual profit to fight climate changeGoogle has pledged at least $50 million through 2030 to eliminate superpollutants as part of the new Superpollutant Action Initiative, which has garnered $100 million in total commitments from companies like Amazon and Salesforce. This initiative aims to reduce methane, black carbon, and refrigerant gases, which contribute significantly to planetary warming. The pledge represents approximately three hours of Alphabet's 2025 net income, while the company also plans substantial investments in AI data centers.
13 Top Movies and Shows Streaming on Prime Video TodayPrime Video offers a diverse range of content, from fantasy epics like The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and animated series The Legend of Vox Machina to K-dramas and British historical dramas. The platform caters to various tastes with titles spanning multiple genres and cultures, highlighting its strength in variety and global storytelling.
Magic's TMNT Booster Box Preorders Drop Back to All-Time Low Price Ready for Release Day - IGNAmazon is offering the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles booster box for Magic: The Gathering at an all-time low price of $124.99 ahead of its release. This represents a significant discount from its original list price and current market value. Other products from the set, including Commander Decks and Collector Boosters, have also seen substantial price reductions.- Big tech companies agree to not ruin your electric bill with AI data centersMajor tech companies including Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft, OpenAI, Oracle, and xAI have signed the White House's Ratepayer Protection Pledge. This initiative aims to prevent electricity costs from increasing due to the power demands of AI data centers by having companies cover the full cost of their energy consumption and infrastructure upgrades.
Magic’s Lord of the Rings Scene Boxes Are Back in Stock After Months of Scarcity, Now Discounted at Amazon - IGNThe Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-Earth Scene Boxes for Magic: The Gathering are back in stock and available at a discount on Amazon. These collector's items, which depict iconic scenes and characters, include trading cards and Set Boosters. The scarcity of these boxes has led to a significant increase in their market value over the past year.
Amazon Has a Brilliant Discount on Edge of Eternities Boosters Today - IGNAmazon is offering a 15% discount on booster boxes for Magic: The Gathering's Edge of Eternities set, bringing the price down to $139. The article highlights that despite being an underrated set, its sales were overshadowed by the simultaneous reveal of the Universes Beyond: Marvel's Spider-Man set.
The LEGO Super Mario Piranha Plant Drops to $41.99 on Amazon After a Rare 30% Discount - IGNAmazon is offering a 30% discount on the LEGO Super Mario Piranha Plant set (71426), bringing its price down to $41.99. This 540-piece set, recommended for ages 18+, features articulation in its leaves and head, and includes a small easter egg of a piggy bank in the pipe. The article also briefly mentions the LEGO Game Boy set (72046) as another Nintendo collaboration.- Lost Ark is planning another server merge in May and tweaking hell keys in ParadiseAmazon has announced upcoming changes for Lost Ark, including a server merge planned for May across North American and European regions. Additionally, the developers are removing the 1580 Hell Keys from the Paradise system due to low player usage, as progression events now automatically grant higher-tier keys.
The complete guide to game subscription services in 2026This guide details the current state of gaming subscription services as of February 2026, analyzing pricing, library sizes, and platform support across major offerings like Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation Plus, and Nintendo Switch Online. It highlights recent price hikes, tier restructurings, and the evolving landscape of cloud gaming and bundled services, offering insights for consumers to determine the best value.- Audible's new plan is $9 a month and still includes an audiobook creditAudible has launched a new budget-friendly Standard plan at $9 per month, which includes a monthly audiobook credit previously exclusive to the Premium Plus tier. This new plan also grants access to a curated library of Audible Originals and Wondery+ content without ads. While audiobooks downloaded on the Standard plan are not retained after subscription cancellation, the company anticipates this move will attract millions of new users.
The Best Nintendo Switch Deals This Week (March 3, 2026)This week's Nintendo Switch deals include discounts on numerous games, accessories, and consoles, with many savings available through Woot's ongoing event. Notable game deals feature first-party titles like Pokemon Legends: Z-A and third-party releases such as Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles. Accessory bundles and console price cuts on the Switch Lite and refurbished OLED model are also available.
10 Fan-Favorite Sci-Fi and Fantasy Shows That Didn’t LastThis article lists ten fan-favorite science fiction and fantasy television shows that were canceled prematurely, often leaving storylines unfinished. The piece highlights the disappointment felt by viewers when beloved series like 1899, Archive 81, Raised by Wolves, and Westworld are cut short due to streaming service budget cuts or shifting priorities, despite critical acclaim and dedicated fan bases.
Amazon's God of War casting adds several of Thor's children, as well as Odin's "fanatical" Valkyrie commanderAmazon's live-action God of War series has added several new cast members, including actors for Thor's children Modi, Magni, and Thrud, as well as Odin's Valkyrie commander Gna. The series, which follows Kratos and Atreus, has already been greenlit for a second season.- Första bilden på Kratos och hans boy i tv-serien God of WarThe first image from the upcoming God of War television series has been released, showing Kratos and Atreus. Ryan Hurst, who previously voiced Thor in God of War Ragnarök, will play Kratos in the Amazon Prime Video series. The premiere date remains unannounced.
Pokémon TCG: Perfect Order Elite Trainer Boxes Market Price Crashes After Massive Target Restock - IGNThe market price for Pokémon TCG: Perfect Order Elite Trainer Boxes has significantly dropped, reaching a low of $94.48 on TCGplayer, potentially due to a recent restock at Target. This price crash is more severe than other recent expansions like Ascended Heroes and Phantasmal Flames, though the latter is showing signs of a price resurgence. Third-party sellers on Amazon are listing the boxes at higher prices, but 3 Pack Blisters and Build & Battle Boxes are available for less than TCGplayer's market price.
Magic's TMNT Commander Deck Preorders Are $15 Off at Amazon With Release Day Imminent - IGNAmazon is offering a $15 discount on the preorder for the Magic: The Gathering Commander Deck 'Turtle Power,' themed around Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, ahead of its March 6 release. The deck focuses on teamwork with various Turtle combinations as commanders and includes nods to the franchise's gaming history.
Magic’s TMNT Collector Boosters Just Got a Tubular Discount, and They’re the Best Way to Bag Rare Cards on Release Day - IGNMagic: The Gathering's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Collector Boosters are available at a discounted price of $404.65 for a box of twelve packs on Amazon, ahead of the set's March 6 launch. These premium packs offer extended art, textured foils, and alternate frames for collectors seeking rare and valuable cards. Other discounted products include the 'Turtle Power' Commander Deck and a Bundle of nine Play Boosters.