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You Can Now Preorder A Court Of Thorns And Roses Books 6 & 7
Two new installments in Sarah J. Maas's "A Court of Thorns and Roses" series are available for preorder: Book Six, releasing October 27, and Book Seven, launching January 12, 2027. The article also highlights a preorder discount for the Books 1-5 boxed set on Amazon.
Fair Play in 2026: Assessing the Reliability of Competitive Platforms - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
In 2026, the reliability of digital platforms is assessed through measurable factors like uptime, licensing transparency, and data protection. Smaller competitors must demonstrate strong technical standards and clear user policies to remain credible against dominant companies like Amazon and Google. Independent analysis, particularly in the iGaming space, and public disclosure of licensing and security audits are crucial for building user trust in a competitive market.
GDC Awards 2026 to recognise Don Daglow and Rebecca Heineman
Don Daglow will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award and Rebecca Heineman will be posthumously honored with the Ambassador Award at the 2026 Game Developers Choice Awards. Daglow, a veteran of over five decades in game development, and Heineman, known for her advocacy and contributions to over 250 titles, are recognized for their significant impact on the industry.
Amazon Has Discounted Pokémon TCG: Ascended Heroes Elite Trainer Boxes Today, But is It the Best Deal Going? - IGN
The Elite Trainer Box for the Pokémon TCG expansion Ascended Heroes has seen a significant price drop, currently listed around $109.88 on Amazon and $104 on TCGplayer, down from earlier highs. The article analyzes market trends for Ascended Heroes and other recent expansions like Phantasmal Flames and Perfect Order, suggesting patience may lead to further price decreases.
Amazon.com is on the mend after experiencing technical issues
Amazon's website experienced significant technical issues, preventing users from logging in and displaying prices correctly. While the company confirmed the problems and worked on a fix, user complaints have since fallen significantly, indicating a stabilization of the service. This incident appears to be separate from larger Amazon Web Services outages.
Amazon.com is experiencing issues and failing to load prices
Amazon's website is experiencing technical difficulties, preventing users from logging in and causing prices and product information to fail to load. The company has acknowledged the issues and is working on a fix, stating they appreciate customer patience. This outage appears to be separate from broader Amazon Web Services (AWS) disruptions.
Lost Ark sets its End of the Abyss update – with balance tweaks ported from Korea – for March 11
Amazon announced that the Lost Ark update 'The End of the Abyss' will be released on March 11th. This update includes a progression update, Paradise season 3, balance tweaks ported from the Korean version, and the conclusion of the first chapter's story. The patch also overhauls guardian raids with changes to revival limits, UI, HP scaling, and introduces a new stagger system.
Captain Obvious time: The Fallout TV series has massively increased game sales, even for the '90s originals
The 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 - IGN
Metroid 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 change
Google 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 Today
Prime 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 - IGN
Amazon 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 centers
Major 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 - IGN
The 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 - IGN
Amazon 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 - IGN
Amazon 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 Paradise
Amazon 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 2026
This 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 credit
Audible 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.