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The best haunted card game since Inscryption is back with a new mystery only solitaire freaks can solve
The Discarded, a new DLC for the haunted card game Forbidden Solitaire, introduces challenging new mechanics and a compelling mystery surrounding the in-universe game's development. The DLC, developed by Grey Alien Games and Night Signal Entertainment, offers no tutorial, expecting players to adapt to modified cards and strategic gameplay similar to the base game, which is recommended to play first.
Why Solitaire Variants Feel Like Completely Different Puzzles - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
This article explores how various solitaire card game variants, such as Klondike, FreeCell, Spider, Golf, Yukon, and Pyramid, offer distinct puzzle-solving experiences despite using the same deck of cards. Changes in rules regarding card visibility, movement, and winning conditions fundamentally alter player strategy and decision-making.
Magic: The Gathering Star Trek Mechanics Shown Off In Debut
Wizards of the Coast has revealed new details and card art for the upcoming Magic: The Gathering set based on Star Trek. The article showcases some of the mechanics that will be featured in this crossover.
Here Are The Mechanics and Dozens Of New Cards From Magic: The Gathering’s Star Trek Set
Wizards of the Coast has revealed new mechanics and cards for the upcoming Magic: The Gathering Star Trek expansion, launching in November. The set introduces seven new mechanics, including 'Beam Me Up' and 'Face A Dilemma,' alongside special card treatments like 'Headliner Signatures' and 'LCARS Showcase.' The expansion will also feature preconstructed Commander decks and special bundle framing.
Hearthstone: Reign of the Black Empire - 10 decks to try on Day 1
Hearthstone: Reign of the Black Empire has launched, introducing 145 new cards and a new mechanic. This guide presents ten decks from professional players and streamers to try on day one, covering various classes and strategies including Mech Hunter, C'Thun Warlock, Manastorm Mage, Egg Demon Hunter, Holy Paladin, Combo Rogue, Yogg Druid, Blood Death Knight, Armor Control Warrior, and Blade Priest.
Konami takes emergency action as Yu-Gi-Oh hits a rare low – new ban list sees "34 newly Forbidden cards and 8…
Konami has implemented an emergency ban list for the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game, adding 34 newly Forbidden cards and 8 Limited cards to address a meta described as "tiresome" and "homogenous." This drastic measure aims to combat issues like turn-zero wins and lengthy combo turns that have led to declining player attendance. The changes are intended to prepare for the upcoming "Magnificent Maestros" set, though some players are skeptical about its effectiveness.
Magic: The Gathering Designer's Response to Product Fatigue Sparks Debate About the Deluge of New Cards
Magic: The Gathering game designer Mark Rosewater addressed player concerns about the increasing volume of new card sets. He suggested that players do not need to engage with every single release, sparking debate among fans about the game's product strategy and the deluge of new cards.
Where Winds Meet opens a new region, adds new sect, and lets players fight with a ribbon October 15
Where Winds Meet is receiving a significant update on October 15th, introducing a new mountainous region called Qingzhou and a second part on October 29th with the island of Penglai. The update also adds a new sect, the Inkbound Order, which features a card game-based PvP Duel of Wits, and a new Ribbon Drum weapon.
Burn With Me is a hand-drawn demon card game featuring the artist's own hand - and also, a refreshingly finite alternative to yer Balatro-likes
Burn With Me is a hand-drawn demon-themed card game that offers a finite alternative to popular deckbuilders like Balatro. Players take on the role of occult university students, using creature cards and modifiers to reach a target score within a pentagram layout. The game features a unique mechanic of drawing new cards by incinerating existing ones and includes a story mode that explores student souls over multiple battles.
Riftbound: Radiance Hands-On Preview and Interview - Riftbound Embraces Complexity
Executive producer Chengran Chai discussed how the upcoming Radiance set for the card game Riftbound is poised to disrupt the meta. The preview covers hands-on impressions of the Radiance set in both Pre-Rift and sealed formats.
MTG Marvel Darkhold Destiny has a wild pitch featuring the supernatural and teamups with a "pantheon of gods"
Wizards of the Coast has revealed MTG Marvel Darkhold Destiny, a new Magic: The Gathering set launching in April 2027 that focuses on the supernatural side of the Marvel universe, featuring characters like Doctor Strange and Blade. This expansion will introduce an original story and a new character, marking a shift from previous Marvel sets that celebrated existing heroes. The set is expected to include booster packs, Commander decks, and Scene Boxes.
The final hero for Dice Throne Nexus is an absolute menace who hacks opponents, get your first look here
GamesRadar+ exclusively reveals 'Hacker,' the final hero for the upcoming strategy game Dice Throne Nexus. This character manipulates opponents' boards and systems, offering a unique playstyle focused on disruption rather than brute force. Dice Throne Nexus is set to launch on Kickstarter on October 13.
Hearthstone's new 2v2 battles won't be perfectly balanced. Instead, Blizzard wants you to "go have fun"
Hearthstone is introducing a new 2v2 battles mode, which Blizzard acknowledges will not be perfectly balanced at launch. The mode will initially be tested in Tavern Brawls, allowing players and developers to experiment and identify overpowered strategies. While the team plans to address balance issues quickly, they encourage players to "go have fun" and explore broken decks during the experimental phase.
Famitsu review scores – October 4, 2026 – Viractal, Qliphah in Providence’s Shadow, more
Famitsu has released its review scores for October 4, 2026, featuring "Viractal" and "Qliphah in Providence’s Shadow." Viractal is praised for its fresh take on fantasy RPGs with roguelike and card-building elements, though some found it restrictive and repetitive. Qliphah in Providence’s Shadow offers stylish, counter-based real-time combat with flashy visuals, but its exploration can be monotonous and the UI sometimes chaotic.
Evening Reading - October 2, 2026
This Friday reading covers a variety of gaming news including updates on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Fortnite, Minecraft, and Monster Hunter Wilds. It also touches on the cancellation of PUBG's Black Budget, Deadlock's Rat King, and Team Fortress 2's Scream Fortress event. Additionally, there are mentions of game deals, a review of Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and updates for World of Warcraft and Marvel Snap.
Super Auto Pets-Like Lunchbreak Tactics Launches on Android
Borealys Games has launched Lunchbreak Tactics, a strategic auto-battler card game, on Android. Inspired by titles like Super Auto Pets and Hearthstone, the game tasks players with becoming the 'Ultimate Slacker' by using supermarket items as units in asynchronous battles. A free-to-play lite version is available, with a full unlock costing $5.99.
MTG Corn Maze Secret Lair Superdrop Brings Jim Henson's Labyrinth, KPop Demon Hunters, and Marvel Zombies to Magic
Wizards of the Coast has announced a new Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair super drop featuring crossovers with Jim Henson's Labyrinth, KPop Demon Hunters, and Marvel Zombies. This marks the first time these IPs will appear in the card game.
Get Ready To Change The Rules IN UNO FLEX!
UNO FLEX! introduces new mechanics to the classic card game, including Flex cards with alternate sides that can change color or trigger different effects. Player "Power" determines when these alternate sides can be activated, adding a strategic layer. The expansion also features new Action cards like Flex Draw Two and Flex Wild Draw Four, designed to disrupt opponents. UNO FLEX! is available for £4.29 on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.
Solitaire World Tour: Klondike Launches on Mobile with Watercolour Scenes
The solo developer oneWheat has released Solitaire World Tour: Klondike on Android, a free-to-play Klondike solitaire game featuring watercolour scenes of 34 cities across Japan and Korea. Each completed game rewards players with coins and trivia about the visited city, with no timers or scores.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 28 to October 2
This weekly feature highlights new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between September 28 and October 2. Titles include Minecraft Dungeons II, Gears of War: E-Day, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, and a remastered The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, among many others across various genres.
