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Guild Wars 2, World of Warcraft, and AQ3D confirm that Jimothy pets are incoming

Several MMORPGs are introducing in-game pets based on the viral raccoon "Jimothy." World of Warcraft and Guild Wars 2 have confirmed their versions are coming soon, with Guild Wars 2 setting a release date of August 11th. AdventureQuest 3D has already released its Jimothy pet and a related hat.

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Skyrim and Stardew Valley mods weren't enough: rotund icon Jimothy the viral raccoon invades D&D as a Wizards-approved "cryptid" who is "hurling garbage and making friends"

Wizards of the Coast has officially added the viral raccoon known as Jimothy to Dungeons & Dragons as a playable cryptid with unique abilities like 'Compact Frame' and 'Hurl Garbage.' This follows numerous fan-made mods and developer tributes to the raccoon, which has gained widespread internet fame due to its unique appearance.

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MMORPG fans plead for in-game Jimothy pets after devs create mock-ups of the viral critter

Fans of MMORPGs like World of Warcraft and Old School RuneScape are petitioning developers to add "Jimothy," a viral raccoon with a spinal deformity, as an in-game pet or companion. While one developer, Deedee Creations, has created mock-ups for their game Squirrel with a Gun and hinted at future inclusion, the MMOs have only made temporary in-game models of the creature.

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Top 10 Lagu Populer di Spotify Indonesia Akhir Mei 2026

Indonesian pop music, particularly indie-infused tracks, dominated the Spotify Indonesia Top 10 charts in late May 2026. Songs about love and life, featuring poetic lyrics, were most popular, with "Sesi Potret" by Enau and Mulia Kennedy leading the rankings. Viral songs on social media platforms like TikTok also significantly contributed to the chart performance of several tracks.

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Where to buy NeeDoh, the viral toy sensation

The viral toy NeeDoh is experiencing extremely high demand, leading to widespread stock shortages. Schylling CEO Paul Weingard noted that the company sold its entire year's inventory within the first nine weeks of the year. The toy's popularity surged due to social media platforms like TikTok, creating a self-sustaining cycle of demand.

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Cardi B Viral Setel Lagu Pok Ame Ame Sambil Joget

Rapper Cardi B went viral on social media after a live stream where she played Indonesian children's songs 'Pok Ame Ame' and 'Cit Cit Cuit' while eating with her child. The clip, which showed her dancing along to the music, garnered significant attention from Indonesian netizens. This incident follows previous viral moments for Cardi B, including her appearance at the MDLBEAST Soundstorm festival in Riyadh.

Retro GamerPositive

What is NeeDoh? The hyper-viral squishies and the TikTok race for stock

NeeDoh, a squishy fidget toy produced by Schylling, has become a viral sensation on TikTok, leading to rapid sell-outs and increased interest from resellers. The toy's popularity is driven by its various designs and the difficulty in finding specific limited editions, creating a self-feeding cycle of demand. Schylling CEO Paul Weingard noted that the company sold its entire year's inventory within the first nine weeks of the year.

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Japanese Pen Containing Live Parasite Goes Viral, Catching the Attention of Resident Evil Fans Who Know How This Goes

A transparent ballpoint pen containing live parasites, sold as a souvenir in Japan's Kochi Prefecture, has gone viral on social media. The unusual item has drawn comparisons to the Resident Evil video game series due to its unsettling nature.