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The finest Gabe Newell merch from his most devoted of fans
This article explores merchandise dedicated to Gabe Newell, the co-founder of Valve and creator of Steam. It highlights various fan-made items and discusses Newell's prominent online persona and his role in the gaming industry, particularly concerning Steam's Summer Sale.
PSA: Lego Is Officially Retiring Its First Zelda Set, Get It Before It's Gone
Lego is officially retiring its first The Legend of Zelda building set, the 'Great Deku Tree 2-in-1', which features designs from Ocarina of Time and Breath of the Wild. The set, priced at $299.99, is listed on Lego's "last chance to buy" webpage and is expected to be fully retired by July. This news comes as Lego expands its Zelda line and ahead of a live-action movie release.
Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Crocs Appear Next Week
Crocs is releasing a new collection of shoes and Jibbitz charms to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog. The collection, featuring designs with Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles, will be available exclusively through Journeys starting May 19, 2026. This collaboration follows previous Crocs tie-ins with other popular franchises like One Piece and Pokemon.
LEGO Confirms the First Legend of Zelda Set Is Already Scheduled to Retire
LEGO has confirmed that its first The Legend of Zelda-themed set is already scheduled for retirement. The article notes the discontinuation of the Deku Tree set.
New Donkey Kong plush looks great but it costs as much as a Switch 2
A new, large Donkey Kong plush is being sold for $450, which is the same price as the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console. The plush is well-designed and reflects Donkey Kong's recent redesign from The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Nintendo has also confirmed price increases for the Switch 2 and announced potential bundles with games like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza.
Honkai: Star Rail Boothill and Sparxie Plush Pre-Orders Open
Sega has opened pre-orders in Japan for new Mirucco Series plush toys featuring the characters Boothill and Sparxie from Honkai: Star Rail. These approximately 16-centimeter tall plushies are priced at 6,800 JPY each and are expected to ship in early 2027. The merchandise is available through retailers like Animate and Animon, with potential availability on Amazon.
Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom's Pilotable Mech Gets An Amiibo This Year
Nintendo is releasing a new Amiibo figure for Mineru's Construct from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on September 17, 2026, for $35. The larger, more detailed figure can be scanned into Nintendo Switch consoles to unlock in-game items for various Zelda titles, including Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild.
New Pokemon Keychains Are Replicas of Plamo Model Kits
Bandai Namco has announced new Pokemon keychains that are miniature replicas of existing Pokemon Plamo model kits. These will be available in Japanese Gashapon capsule machines starting in May 2026, with a worldwide release expected later. The keychains feature popular Pokemon such as Pikachu, Mew, Eevee, Charmander, Bulbasaur, and Squirtle, designed to resemble completed figures within blister packs.
Bandai Namco Mega Kawaii Mart Pop-Up Opens in Chicago
Bandai Namco is opening a "Mega Kawaii Mart" pop-up shop at Mitsuwa Marketplace in Arlington Heights, Illinois, starting May 15, 2026. The shop will feature MegaHouse anime figures and merchandise from brands like Naruto, One Piece, Jujutsu Kaisen, and My Hero Academia, including special Mega Cat Project items. A mascot character appearance is scheduled for the opening weekend.
Netflix misspelled a lead Devil May Cry character's name and had to recall official merchandise
Netflix issued a recall for official merchandise after misspelling the name of a lead character from the Devil May Cry series. The t-shirt in question incorrectly referred to the character Vergil as "Virgil."
Netflix misspells a lead Devil May Cry character's name and has to recall official merchandise
Netflix has recalled official Devil May Cry merchandise after misspelling the name of the character Vergil as 'Virgil' on a T-shirt. The T-shirt featured artwork of Dante and Vergil, with the error quickly noticed and removed from the Netflix store. This incident occurred despite the successful launch of the Devil May Cry animated series' first season on Netflix.
Save yourself the Assassin's Creed Black Flag treasure hunt, I've got all the best loot right here
This guide highlights recommended merchandise for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, including themed playing cards with a hidden blade. It also briefly mentions merchandise for the Resident Evil and Pokemon franchises. The author, who focuses on hardware for GamesRadar+, also covers Nintendo Switch, gaming laptops, and PlayStation 5.
2 Sets of Onepi no Mi One Piece Figures Heading to US and Canada
Bandai Namco is releasing two new sets of One Piece figures, the Onepi no Mi Naval Battle Series Volume 5 rerun and Volume 24, in the US and Canada starting in May 2026. These figures, each about two inches tall, come in Devil Fruit-shaped capsules for display. Volume 5 features heroines from the series, while Volume 24 includes more recent character depictions like Luffy's Gear 5 form.
Win the Ultimate Car and Game Lover’s Jacket, Built with Forza Horizon 6
Xbox, in collaboration with Uprisers Lab and Zipangu, is offering fans a chance to win custom denim racing jackets designed to celebrate the upcoming launch of Forza Horizon 6. The jackets feature JDM car and Japanese cultural motifs, with one edition including LED lighting and special pockets. Entry is via an Instagram sweepstakes.
Votoms: Die Graue Hexe Launch Date and Merchandise Shown
Bandai Namco Filmworks and Sunrise have announced that Armored Trooper Votoms: Die Graue Hexe will be a two-part theatrical series, with the first part premiering in Japanese theaters on November 20, 2026. Original creator Ryosuke Takahashi returns as supervising director, and Kenji Kawai will compose the soundtrack. Merchandise from Bandai Spirits and Megahouse, including model kits and figures, will also be released.
The 12 Resident Evil collectables worth saving Leon's credits for
This article rounds up various Resident Evil merchandise, including controller holders, medallion replicas, and board games, that fans might want to purchase. It also briefly mentions merchandise for The Legend of Zelda and Pokemon. The author's focus includes Nintendo Switch, gaming laptops, and PlayStation 5.
Animate Will Sell Sega Games Merchandise Worldwide in 2026
Sega, Atlus, and Animate are collaborating to release merchandise for eight popular game franchises worldwide starting in June 2026. The collaboration will span over 140 Animate locations globally, offering goods, game demos, displays, and cafe collaborations. The featured franchises include Sonic the Hedgehog, Persona series, Like a Dragon, and Metaphor: ReFantazio, among others.
Persona 5 Royal Keychains Finally Get to US and Canada Gashapon Machines
Bandai Namco Entertainment will release Persona 5 Royal rubber mascot keychains in Gashapon machines across the US and Canada in May 2026. The keychains feature characters with their Personas and are identical to the Japanese release. The original Persona 5 launched on PS3 and PS4, with the Royal version available on PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Even More Pokemon Uniqlo Shirts Arrive in July 2026
Uniqlo is releasing a new collection of Pokemon-themed apparel in July 2026, featuring designs inspired by the original Game Boy games. The collection will include unisex adult and kids' shirts with greyscale sprites, launching in Japan and then worldwide. This expands on previous anniversary plans with additional designs and character art.
20 % rabatt på ISK-tshirt #2
The article announces the release of a new t-shirt featuring the logo of the game Core Keeper, available for purchase by members of the Indiespelklubben. It also touches upon discussions about Finnish game memories, the history of mobile gaming with Nokia phones, and upcoming game releases and hardware news.