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Following its bombshell acquisition of Warner Bros., Paramount is now looking to combine its robust library of IPs with Skydance’s gaming studios, thus forming a new publishing and development entity—Paramount Games Studio. This is according to Variety, which wrote that Paramount Skydance was forming a “unified” gaming studio by merging the existing Skydance New Media and Skydance Interactive with Paramount’s IPs, because Paramount reportedly primarily focused on licensing its IPs out to third parties and now strives to make things on its own. Paramount Skydance now owns the rights to the Harry Potter IP. Image via Avalanche Software Both Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra and a new Star Wars game, in development at Skydance, will remain intact, though Paramount Games Studio aims to unveil its own first game at tonight’s Summer Games Fest showcase. Uncharted creator Amy Henning will move to become Paramount Games Studio’s new creative directo...

The 2026 Season Pack introduces a host of changes in F1 25 , and the game feels new with the update. While the base game remains the same, we can enjoy the 2026 season. This includes all the latest rosters, new rulesets, and a fresh track. If you’re like me and love the Career Mode, here are my top recommendations this year. Table of contents Best Teams in F1 26 Career Mode Oracle Red Bull Racing Racing Bulls Formula One Team Audi/Cadillac Best Teams in F1 26 Career Mode There are 12 teams available in the Player Career mode (excluding your custom creations). Whether you go for a driver journey or co-op, the first task is to choose a team. Assuming you’re going with the default settings (not bringing back Schumacher to the grid), here are my top recommendations, keeping in mind different types of skill levels. Oracle Red Bull Racing Screenshot by Destructoid This is one of the most powerful teams on the grid, led by Max Verstappen. However, Isack...

Olaf has opened his very own building in Disney Dreamlight Valley , and it’s packed with exhibitions you need to fill out using key resources found around your village. While working throughout Olaf’s Grand Exhibition, you may be wondering how to access additional rooms. Each room inside this museum has an array of displays to finish, and tackling each section gets you some exclusive rewards. There’s also a grand prize for filling out the entire room, so you’ll want to get all of them done as soon as possible. Here’s how to unlock more rooms in Olaf’s Grand Exhibition in Disney Dreamlight Valley . Table of contents All Olaf’s Grand Exhibition rooms in Disney Dreamlight Valley How to get more rooms in Olaf’s Grand Exhibition in Disney Dreamlight Valley All Olaf’s Grand Exhibition rooms in Disney Dreamlight Valley Screenshot by Destructoid Following the Whispers of the Wind Pocahontas update that launched on April...

Most Realms have a secret quest you can embark on to earn an extra special prize in Disney Dreamlight Valley . These missions tend to be scavenger hunts, as is the case with the Hercules Realm Muse Vase Pieces you need to find. The iconic Muses who lend their voices to many of the songs in the film Hercules are hiding around the Realm, and tracking them all down gets you a reward. It’s a tough puzzle to work through, so if you’re having trouble solving it, here are all the Hercules Realm Muse Vase Piece locations in Disney Dreamlight Valley . Table of contents How to craft Mythic Muses Vase in Disney Dreamlight Valley How to get Muse Vase Pieces in Disney Dreamlight Valley All Muse locations in Disney Dreamlight Valley How to craft Mythic Muses Vase in Disney Dreamlight Valley To craft the Mythic Muses Vase item, which is the grand prize featured in this puzzle, you need to find and reveal five Muses around the Hercules Realm. Once you do so, each o...

One of the most influential grimdark artists, John Blanche, died earlier this week. This was confirmed by IGN , which cites Trish Carden Miniatures and Design on Facebook , who were asked to declare the news on behalf of Blanche’s wife, Lin. “John was an inspirational artist, devoted to his family and a good friend to many. Always generous with his time and knowledge, he was very well loved by all who knew and worked with him. He’ll be hugely missed,” the Facebook post reads. “The world of Warhammer was brought to life by his vision of the grimdark setting, and I know his art meant a lot to so many of you. He leaves behind an enormous legacy that has enriched many people’s lives.” Every Warhammer 40,000 fan has this image ingrained in their mind. Image via Games Workshop/John Blanche John Blanche was one of the most influential artists working with Games Workshop and helped define the “grimdark” art style Warhammer 40,000 ...

A famous video game voice actor has a warning for all those “douchebags” who wish to weaponize the law: “don’t drop the soap in the shower.” Ned Luke, known best as Michael De Santa in Grand Theft Auto 5 , has been the target of several “swatting” incidents over the past few years. It’s been going on since at least 2023, but for now, some justice has been served. Don't drop the soap in the shower douchebag…Won't be swatting anyone anytime soon…and they're coming for the ones he ratted out as well. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ pic.twitter.com/Rh6pImqiZm — Ned Luke (@ned_luke) June 2, 2026 Luke shared a picture of a letter he received from the US Department of Justice today, which states that the perpetrator of at least one incident has been sentenced to four years of incarceration and a release under supervision for three years. “Don’t drop the soap in the shower douchebag,” Luke said on soci...

Developers GGG have made some neat changes to crafting in Path of Exile 2 , and now we have Diamond Jewels as a new variant. We’ll be able to change their modifiers and use them in crafting to get new options. While the Perlescent Amulets are an extension of the system, let’s first find out how you can get Diamond Jewels. Table of contents How to craft Diamond Jewels in Path of Exile 2 How to get Pearlescent Amulets in Path of Exile 2 How to craft Diamond Jewels in Path of Exile 2 As of writing, you’ll have to participate in Reforge Crafting to get a Diamond Jewel. Once you have access to the Reforging Bench in Act 3 after the Treasures of Utzaal quest, you can craft the Diamond Jewel. First, you’ll need a base of Emerald, Sapphire, or Ruby. You can then convert them to a Diamond Jewel base. The final rolls you get will be completely random. On one hand, you can mix and match different layers when crafting the jewel. This opens up avenues tha...