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How To Get Gold Seeds In Grow A Garden 2
This guide explains how to obtain Gold Seeds in Grow A Garden 2, a key feature for increasing in-game currency. Unlike the original, Gold Seeds are not purchased but collected during special 'Midas events' which feature a golden moon and falling golden stars. Players must find and interact with these falling seeds to collect them, facing competition from other players on public servers.
Quietest Handheld for Late-Night Couch Gaming | TAG
This article ranks handheld gaming devices based on their fan noise levels, focusing on suitability for late-night gaming sessions. The Nintendo Switch 2 is identified as the quietest, followed by the Steam Deck OLED, Legion Go, and ASUS ROG Ally X, with the Switch 2 being the top recommendation for playing beside a sleeping partner.
Don't expect the Death Stranding movie to retell the story of the games, as its director says the film will be set…
Director Michael Sarnoski confirmed that the upcoming Death Stranding movie, currently in script development with A24, will not directly adapt the game's narrative. Instead, it will feature original characters and explore a different part of its world, though some game characters may appear. Sarnoski also mentioned that Alex Garland's Elden Ring movie adaptation is currently filming.
Daily Video Game Deals Jun 13 – Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, Nioh 3, Silent Hill 2, Sengoku Dynasty Ultimate Edition, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, Persona 5 Royal & More
Daily Video Game Deals for June 13, 2026, are now live across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sale features discounts on numerous titles including Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, Nioh 3, Silent Hill 2, Sengoku Dynasty Ultimate Edition, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, and Persona 5 Royal.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition on Switch 2 listed as 41GB
The official Nintendo site has listed the Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2 with a digital file size of approximately 41GB. This suggests that Bandai Namco and FromSoftware have optimized the game, resulting in a smaller-than-expected download size for the open-world adventure.
Elden Ring Director Insists FromSoftware Is Free to Make the Games It Wants To, Teases 'Unannounced Titles'
Hidetaka Miyazaki, director at FromSoftware, has reassured fans that the company remains free to create the games it desires without excessive interference, despite recent news regarding shareholder pressure on parent company Kadokawa. Miyazaki's comments suggest that the studio's creative independence is not compromised.
Lords of the Fallen II gets full coop progression from day 1 and confirms a Katana class is in the game
CI Games has revealed that Lords of the Fallen 2 will feature full cooperative progression from day one, allowing players to unlock items and complete quests together. The developers also confirmed the addition of a katana weapon class, inspired by popular demand from the Souls-like community, aiming for a savage yet graceful combat style.
FromSoftware boss Hidetaka Miyazaki teases unannounced games, says the studio should do what it wants as the investor that told Nintendo to charge "99 cents just to get Mario to jump a little higher" fights its parent company
FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki stated that the studio is satisfied with its current development environment and wishes to continue making the games it wants to create, amidst an ongoing investor dispute involving its owner, Kadokawa. The investor, Oasis Management Company, is pushing for changes in Kadokawa's leadership and strategy, while Miyazaki emphasized the importance of preserving FromSoftware's creative freedom for producing valuable titles, including both announced games like The Duskbloods and unannounced projects.
What Percentage of Players Finish Games? 2026 | TAG
Analysis of public Steam data reveals that the median completion rate for single-player games is approximately 36 percent, with larger RPGs and soulslikes seeing even lower percentages. This suggests that a significant majority of players do not finish the games they purchase, a trend observed across titles like Elden Ring and Cyberpunk 2077.
Hidetaka Miyazaki tells fans to look forward to both announced and unannounced titles
In a recent interview, Hidetaka Miyazaki, the acclaimed developer behind titles like Dark Souls, Elden Ring, and Bloodborne, encouraged fans to anticipate both currently announced and unannounced projects from Kadokawa. This statement has generated excitement and speculation within the gaming community.
Japanese gamers vote on most influential game and series, favorite character, favorite developer, more
Famitsu magazine's 40th-anniversary survey of over 5,000 Japanese gamers revealed Nintendo as the favorite developer and Mario as the favorite character. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was highly recommended, while Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest series dominated influence and sequel requests. Masahiro Sakurai was named favorite creator.
GTA 6 Has Publishers Running Scared, And Now It’s Backfiring
The immense anticipation for Grand Theft Auto 6 is causing publishers to strategically shift their release dates, potentially leading to a crowded market in earlier months. This scramble to avoid direct competition with Rockstar's juggernaut may result in other highly anticipated games overshadowing each other, rather than being overshadowed by Grand Theft Auto 6 itself. The article questions whether this fear-based release strategy is detrimental to the success of other titles and explores alternative approaches.
Nintendo Download: Definitively Feeling It!
Nintendo's latest download update features Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions, and new game bundles. Several demos are available, including for Star Fox, and pre-orders are open for ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition, Minecraft Dungeons II, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, and Orbitals. The update also highlights new music playlists, in-game events for Donkey Kong Bananza, and ongoing eShop sales.
Nintendo Download – June 11, 2026 (North America) – Xenoblade, To a T, Unrailed 2, more
The North American Nintendo Download for June 11, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Notable titles include Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, To a T, and Unrailed 2: Back on Track. The update also highlights sales and a limited-time Donkey Kong event for Nintendo Switch Online members.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition preorders are live for Switch 2, so hide your summer plans
The Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, bundling the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion with new extras, is now available for digital pre-order on Nintendo Switch 2 and will launch on August 28, 2026. This edition will also be available separately for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The article also speculates on how the demanding game will perform on the new Nintendo hardware.
Valor Mortis' acrobatic new demo makes me want to believe it's a soulslike prequel to Ghostrunner
The new demo for Valor Mortis, a Napoleonic first-person soulslike from Ghostrunner developers One More Level, introduces acrobatic movement and wallrunning alongside its tense, close-quarters saber combat. The game is set to release on September 24th, 2026, and features a distinct first-person perspective that enhances the feeling of facing imposing enemies. While the parkour elements feel somewhat separate from the core combat, they are reminiscent of One More Level's previous work on Ghostrunner.
SUMMER COMES EARLY TO THE LANDS BETWEEN WITH ELDEN RING TARNISHED EDITION DIGITAL PREORDERS
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, featuring the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, is now available for digital preorder on Nintendo Switch, launching August 28. The expansion includes new content such as starting classes, armor, and mount customization. The original Elden Ring, a collaboration between FromSoftware and George R.R. Martin, has sold over 30 million units.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Pre-Orders Live
Digital pre-orders are now available for the Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, set to release on August 28 for the Nintendo Switch. This edition is published by Bandai Namco Entertainment and developed by FromSoftware.
ELDEN RING: Tarnished Edition Content Coming to PC
FromSoftware has announced the Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, a bundle that includes the base game and its Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. This edition will be released for the Nintendo Switch on August 28th and will also be available for PC.
Daily Video Game Deals Jun 11 – Borderlands 4, Dead of Darkness, Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate, The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners – Chapter 2: Retribution, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero & More
Daily game deals for June 14 include discounts on Borderlands 4, Dead of Darkness, Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate, The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners – Chapter 2: Retribution, and Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.