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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.
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 Last
This 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 commander
Amazon'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 War
The 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 - IGN
The 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 - IGN
Amazon 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 - IGN
Magic: 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.
Amazon Reveals First Look at God of War Live-Action TV Series
Amazon and Prime Video have released the first images of Kratos and Atreus from the upcoming God of War live-action television series. The series, which appears to follow the plot of the 2018 game, stars Ryan Hurst as Kratos and Callum Vinson as Atreus, with Ronald D. Moore serving as showrunner. While currently in production with no release date, the adaptation has drawn mixed reactions online.
Amazon shares first look at Ryan Hurst as Kratos in the God of War TV series
Amazon has released the first official image of Ryan Hurst as Kratos in the upcoming God of War television series, showing him teaching his son Atreus, played by Callum Vinson, how to hunt. The series, which has already been greenlit for a second season, also features Ed Skrein as Baldur, Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Thor, and Mandy Patinkin as Odin, with Frederik E.O. Toye directing the initial episodes.
Heroic Games Launcher v2.20.1 brings more essential bug fixes
Heroic Games Launcher v2.20.1 has been released, bringing essential bug fixes and improvements for managing games from Epic, GOG, and Amazon on Linux, macOS, and Windows. This update addresses issues with changing Epic Games accounts, resolves false error messages on some Linux distributions, and enhances download management based on internet connectivity.
Amazon pulls the plug on ambitious racing game project from former Forza Horizon devs, but stresses the 'flexibility' to find a more suitable publisher
Amazon Game Studios has ended its publishing agreement with Maverick Games, a studio founded by former Forza Horizon developers. While development of Maverick's debut open-world driving game will continue, the studio is now seeking a new publishing partner. Amazon also announced a partnership with Crystal Dynamics for two new Tomb Raider games.
Amazon ditches open world driving title from Maverick Games
Amazon Game Studios has terminated its publishing agreement with UK studio Maverick Games for its upcoming open-world driving title. The decision is part of Amazon's strategic evolution to focus on projects leveraging its unique strengths. Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon team members, is now seeking a new publishing partner.
Amazon ditch publishing duties on ex-Forza Horizon devs' story-driven open-world racer
Amazon has ended its publishing deal with Maverick Games, a studio founded by ex-Playground Games developers. Maverick Games, led by creative director Mike Brown, is now seeking a new publishing partner for its story-driven open-world driving game. Amazon cited a narrowing of focus to the Tomb Raider franchise and its Luna streaming service for the decision.
