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How to get Data Fragments in Black Flag Resynced
This guide explains how to obtain Data Fragments in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, a feature similar to those found in Assassin's Creed Shadows. Data Fragments are earned by completing timed anomalies around the Caribbean, such as sinking corrupted ships or solving puzzles, and can be spent on unlocking special cosmetics and keys within the Animus projects.
Players prove Destiny 2 can still produce wonders with discovery of poopy pants transmog
Players have discovered a humorous transmog combination in Destiny 2 that makes hunter characters appear to have 'poopy pants' when using the Scavenger Suit leg armor with the Cobwebbed shader. This discovery highlights the game's enduring capacity for player-driven entertainment, even as Bungie faces staffing changes and the game enters its twilight years.
Apex Legends x Cyberpunk: Edgerunners - Everything We Know
Apex Legends is collaborating with Cyberpunk: Edgerunners for a limited-time event running from July 14 to August 4, 2026. The event features a Night City-themed E-District map, two new Cyberware abilities (Sandevistan and Blackwall Breach) exclusive to Wildcard lobbies, eight premium character skins, and new weapon skins inspired by Cyberpunk: Edgerunners and Cyberpunk 2077. Players can earn in-game currency called Eddies to purchase additional cosmetics from a Reward Shop.
500,000 Players Later—Dice of Kalma Gets a Major New Update & New Cinematic Trailer
Pepperbox Studios has released a major "Funeral Fashion" update for their deckbuilding roguelike, Dice of Kalma, introducing a new cosmetic system for player customization. The update also adds six new skulls and royal capes to supporter packs. The game has surpassed 500,000 players worldwide and is available on PC, iOS, and Android.
Cyberpunk Edgerunners' Lucy finds herself in yet another crossover, this time in an upcoming Apex Legends event
Apex Legends is launching a new event featuring characters and themes from Cyberpunk Edgerunners and Cyberpunk 2077. The event will include a revamped E-District map, new in-game items like the Sandevistan and Blackwall Breach, and character skins based on David Martinez, Lucy, Rebecca, Royce, Lizzy Wizzy, Panam, and male and female V. The crossover event begins on July 14th and concludes on August 4th.
Chrome Up With New Apex Legends X Cyberpunk Event, Featuring Night City E-District, New Skins & More!
Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment have announced a new collaboration event for Apex Legends with CD PROJEKT RED's Cyberpunk franchise, launching on July 14 across all platforms. The event introduces a redesigned E-District map, new Cyberware mods called Sandevistan and Blackwall Breach, themed Legend and Weapon Skins, and more.
World of Warcraft patch 12.1 finally lets you put Pepe in your house
World of Warcraft patch 12.1 will allow players to place the popular Pepe cosmetic item in their player housing. Players can purchase the 'Mechanically Indistinguishable Pepe' for Community Coupons from new vendors. This update also allows Pepe to perch on the player's head, providing a buff for an hour.
Fortnite's American Dad bundle is missing one crucial thing, so save yourself 2,700 V-Bucks
The recent American Dad bundle in Fortnite is criticized for feeling like an afterthought compared to previous crossovers like The Simpsons. While it includes skins for Stan and Francine Smith, a pickaxe, and a backbling, the absence of Roger and Stan's SUV, along with a missing Jam Track, are noted as missed opportunities for the 2,700 V-Bucks price point.
Warframe community director talks designing the Frames that people want to see
Digital Extremes Community Director Megan Everett discusses the challenges of designing Warframes and their various cosmetic skins, emphasizing the importance of maintaining core design integrity while allowing for creative experimentation. The interview touches on the evolution of Warframe's visual style over the years, the design process for Prime and Deluxe skins, and how the team balances new aesthetics with established lore and player expectations.
If you want this free Arc Raiders skin, you need to play the most underrated FPS around
Embark Studios is offering a free cosmetic set, the Voltage Marauder set, for The Finals to players who link their Embark ID in both Arc Raiders and The Finals. This promotion is described as the 'last chance' to obtain these items. The article also praises The Finals as a stylish and destructible FPS with over 800 hours of playtime for the author.
Marvel Rivals Fans Think the New Captain America Skin Is a Mod, But It's Actually Just His Rod
NetEase Games is releasing a new Captain America skin for Marvel Rivals as part of a 4th of July celebration. The skin, which includes a swimsuit outfit, has generated discussion among fans who initially mistook it for a mod.
Face Monster Hunter’s Iconic Monsters In Resident Evil Survival Unit
Monster Hunter monsters, including Yian Kut-Ku and Rathalos, will be featured in a limited-time collaboration event within the mobile game Resident Evil Survival Unit starting July 2nd. Players can hunt these iconic beasts, recruit Monster Hunter heroes, and collect meat from kills to grill for exclusive rewards like cosmetic skins. The event is available for free on Android and iOS and concludes on July 29th.
Marvel Rivals adds a legendarily horny Captain America skin fans say "feels like a gooner mod," but at least it's based on a 34-year-old comic design
Marvel Rivals has introduced a new Captain America skin called 'Seaside Sentinel,' which is based on a 1992 comic design. The outfit has generated significant fan attention due to its revealing nature and exaggerated proportions, with many players comparing it to 'gooner mods.' This cosmetic is part of the game's summer season, which features several revealing outfits.
Schrodinger’s Cat Burglar Review
Schrodinger's Cat Burglar is a game featuring a hedgehog that critiques AI. The review notes an abundance of cosmetics and extensive lore entries within the codex.
PGA Tour 2K25 Celebrates America’s Birthday With Nightmare Statue Of Liberty Skin
PGA Tour 2K25 has released a new Statue of Liberty-themed cosmetic skin to celebrate the July 4th holiday. The skin, available for purchase with Virtual Currency, adds a unique, albeit unsettling, visual to the game. The article also touches on the monetization strategies of Take-Two Interactive's titles, including Grand Theft Auto 6.
The Division 2 x Dead by Daylight Event is Now Live, Includes Deathslinger and Huntress Skins
Dead by Daylight is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a crossover event featuring Tom Clancy's The Division 2. The event, running until July 14th, introduces new cosmetic items like Deathslinger and Huntress skins, along with backpack trophies. This collaboration brings characters from The Division 2 into the Dead by Daylight universe.
Blizzard’s Overwatch pumps out another collab, this one with J-pop group YOASOBI
Blizzard Entertainment has announced a collaboration event for Overwatch with the J-pop duo YOASOBI, running from June 30th to July 20th. The event features six special hero skins with unique designs and VFX, along with a short story, music video, and map adjustments.
Rage Bait Opponents In New Tower Rush Social Update, Now It’s Personal!
Solar Forge Games announced the 'Now it's Personal' update for their PvP tower defense game, Tower Rush. This update introduces Emotes for player expression, monthly Battle Skins for cosmetic customization, and Competitive Leagues for seasoned players to climb ranked ladders. The update aims to enhance sociability and provide new ways for players to style their in-game presence and progress.
All Olivia Rodrigo skins and cosmetics in Fortnite
Fortnite has added new skins and cosmetic items featuring the artist Olivia Rodrigo. These items are now available for players to acquire within the game.
Dave the Diver Skin in Fortnite is Now Available
A limited-time collaboration has made the Dave the Diver skin set available for purchase in Fortnite. The set, which includes the Dave's Outfit and Oxygen Tank Back Bling, costs 1,500 V-Bucks and is available from June 25 to July 2, 2026. Players who own Dave the Diver on the Epic Games Store will receive the skin set for free.
