USB Type-C has become the standard for charging and data cables alike, so it's good to have extra on hand. Here's a deal where you can get a bunch of cables for pennies on the dollar. Amazon is offering a five-pack of Lisen USB Type-C cables in varying sizes for only $7.96 after a 50% off promo code "478NN6HT" is applied during checkout. That averages out to about $1.59 per cable. USB Type-C cables typically go for about $5-$10 per cable at your local big box store.

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Kingdom Come: Deliverance II has only been out since February, but you can already grab the Day One Edition of Warhorse Studios' hit sequel for as low as £39.95 at The Game Collection on both PS5 & Xbox Series X. Previously £54.95, that's a massive £15 saving for a critically well-received RPG that will take you at least 40 to 60 hours just to complete the main story.

If you've been distracted by all the other huge games that have come out in the last few months— like Civilization 7, Avowed, Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, or Monster Hunter Wilds, just to name a few—this is the perfect chance to return to the Kingdom of Bohemia with a massive bargain.

There are a few other UK retailers who have followed suit, with Argos, Currys, and Smyths bringing the price down to £39.99. TGC is still the cheapest by 4p, but if stock runs out on PS5, we'd recommend going to Currys next since it does free next day delivery and is also the Day One Edition, containing the pre-order bonus quest— "The Lion's Crest".

Argos can do free shipping as well, but only if you collect from a store or place an online order over £100, otherwise costing you at least an extra £3.95 for home delivery. Plus, while Argos is selling the Day One Edition on Xbox Series X, it's only selling the standard version without the bonus quest on PS5.

Smyths is only selling the standard version on both platforms, neither without the pre-order bonus quest. That said, it still makes a better price than those currently at other retailers. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II on PS5 at Amazon UK, for example, currently costs £57.77 at the lowest. ShopTo has cut its prices on the game slightly, but not as much, only going as low as £47.85 for the game on Xbox Series X|S.

While you can get Kingdom Come: Deliverance II for as low as £38.49 on PC through sites like CDKeys, deals like The Games Collection's are the cheapest ways to play the game on console. KCD2 is still priced much higher on each system's digital platforms—£59.99 on both the PlayStation Store and Xbox Games Store. If you have either console with a disc drive, The Game Collection, Currys, or Smyths are your best options.

Ben Williams – IGN freelance contributor with over 10 years of experience covering gaming, tech, film, TV, and anime. Follow him on Twitter/X @BenLevelTen.

No matter which platform you prefer, there's an excellent variety of video game deals to check out right now. Whether you're gaming on PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, or PC, we've rounded up the best offers to help you get more for your money. This includes the excellent PS5 Slim and Astro Bot bundle for PlayStation fans, and PC players can score a nice little discount on Elden Ring Nightreign preorders right now at Fanatical.

While not on sale, we've also included where you can preorder a physical copy of Elden Ring Nightreign if you're a console player so you can secure your next journey to The Lands Between. A nice bonus is that Best Buy's offering a free $10 gift card with your purchase on that one, so you can enjoy a little treat alongside the game itself. Outside of preorders and the previously mentioned deals, you can see more of our favorite video game deals below.

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If you're looking to save on physical games right now, there are plenty of deals worth checking out across PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. We've included just a few of our favorites above, but if you'd like to see more game deals for each platform, check out our individual roundups for these consoles: the best PlayStation deals, the best Xbox deals, and the best Nintendo Switch deals.

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Do you prefer to play on a dedicated PC tower? Navigating the options online can be quite the ordeal. Desk space, portability, and price point are often factors in the decision. However, there are some great PC deals that pop up every now and again that are worth jumping on. One of our favorite deals at the moment is on the Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 Gaming PC for $2399.99. To see even more PC deals, check out our roundup of the best gaming PC deals.

Super Hero Worship is a regular opinion column by IGN’s Senior Staff Writer Jesse Schedeen. Check out the previous Super Hero Worship entry, Robert Pattinson's Batman Has No Business Being in James Gunn's DCU.

Doctor Doom has well and truly cemented his status as Marvel’s greatest villain by now. What’s not to love? He’s got boundless ambition and an even bigger ego. He’s successfully taken over the world more than once. He had a brief stint as the self-proclaimed God Emperor of all reality. And none of that can fully disguise the fact that he’s a deeply flawed and self-loathing man who can’t get over his decades-old feud with his intellectual rival and former roommate.

Strangely enough, Doom has also emerged as Marvel’s most compelling hero over the past two years. Not the traditional Doom, who’s currently reigning over the Marvel Universe yet again in Marvel’s One World Under Doom crossover. Rather, the Doom of the new Ultimate Universe. He represents a very different yet still utterly fascinating take on this iconic Marvel character.

The Ultimate Universe’s Rebirth

To understand why this version of Doom is so compelling, you first need to wrap your head around the concept of Marvel’s Ultimate Universe imprint. The original Ultimate line, which ran from 2000-2015, was dedicated to giving readers updated and streamlined versions of characters like Spider-Man, the Avengers (rebranded as The Ultimates), and the X-Men, all reimagined to suit the 21st Century and the age of the War on Terror. It was great stuff… up until Marvel lost the plot after a few years.

The new Ultimate line, which kicked off in 2023, is more purposeful and directed in how it changes the traditional Marvel formula. This world, Earth-6160, was meant to be a close copy of the regular Marvel Universe, Earth-616. But thanks to the time-traveling machinations of The Maker (the twisted version of Reed Richards from the original Ultimate Universe), Earth-6160 has gone badly astray. The Maker worked to systematically suppress the emergence of Earth’s superheroes. Most of those superhumans that do exist serve on The Maker’s Council, a shadowy, autocratic cabal that secretly rules this dystopian world.

Plenty of actors can be plugged into the time-honored tradition of knocking off Die Hard. But it takes a particular gravity to be convincing in the subcategory of presidential-themed Die Hard knockoffs, popularized by Harrison Ford in Air Force One and franchised by the Has Fallen movies and TV shows. Like Ford, G20 star Viola Davis is a physically capable actor whose presence is nonetheless more important than her action-hero chops; it’s not so much that they can both issue convincing beatdowns (though they can) so much as the implicit threat behind their glowering looks.

G20 struggles mightily to give Davis a platform for those looks and beatdowns. She plays President Danielle Sutton, seemingly still early in her first term and on shaky ground with the sniping, backbiting press. (Even in terms of wish-fulfillment, apparently treating journalists like anything more than gullible antagonists is a fantasy too far for the script’s four credited writers.) While attending the G20 economic summit in Cape Town, South Africa, she finds herself in the crosshairs of a terrorist named Rutledge (Antony Starr), who takes the world leaders as hostages and uses deep-fake videos to crash the world’s markets while enriching himself. This isn’t one of those movies where the bad guy is meant to be empathetic, but given that President Sutton’s big initiative for solving world hunger sounds suspiciously like a crypto scam, maybe Rutledge has a point about not trusting any of these people.

Regardless, President Dutton doesn’t take this attack lying down, especially knowing that her husband Derek (Anthony Anderson, trying to banish his comic-actor rep with some scowls of his own), rebellious daughter Serena (Marsai Martin; yes, the president has apparently commandeered part of the family from Black-ish), and nondescript son Demetrius (Christopher Farrar) are also in danger. She uses her old military training, and her close partnership with her loyal Secret Service agent Manny (Ramón Rodríguez), to evade capture while punching, kicking, or shooting any terrorists who get in her way. In one of G20’s best details, Sutton has already surreptitiously swapped her red heels for red sneakers underneath the elegant, matching gown she’s wearing – which itself gets torn and used as a makeshift resource along the way.

There’s a bald attempt to enshrine these moments as instantly iconic, as if director Patricia Riggen is trying to reverse engineer a bunch of “Get off my plane!”s. This makes G20 seem painfully self-conscious, yet simultaneously not self-aware enough to be genuinely funny. Once every 10 or 15 minutes, it will stumble into a state of dopey throwback bliss: a hulking henchman approaches Davis and menacingly intones “Let’s dance, Madame President” before they fight, or the classic, ‘90s-thriller touch of making teenage Serena an ace hacker. But these moments fade fast, with followthrough that rarely matches the campy setup.

The actual action scenes, meanwhile, are often choppy. At one point, director Riggen cuts to a wide overhead shot of a skirmish, and pivots the camera 90 degrees, seemingly aware that this is a popular move in action cinema without necessarily knowing why. (Typically, that kind of camera move follows a flipping body, rather than spinning its wheels from above).

G20 isn’t just another streaming movie that feels designed to be half-watched; at times, it only feels half-made, too. Clark Gregg, for example, has a pointless role as Sutton’s VP – like Anderson, he seems to be there to reassure the audience that men can be good at their jobs, too. Back at the White House, Gregg reacts so generically to various developments in Cape Town that it feels like anything could be playing on the screens he’s monitoring. All but the least demanding audiences may react the same way to G20 itself.

After months of little to no availability, Pokémon TCG: Journey Together Elite Trainer Boxes have been restocked at Amazon, and are actually staying in stock. No doubt shipping times might increase as time goes on, but it's now finally possible to buy one of these bad boys off digital store shelves.

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Larian has confirmed the hotly anticipated Patch 8 update for Baldur’s Gate 3 finally launches on Tuesday, April 15.

Patch 8 has been available in stress test form for some time now, but Larian has announced it is finally ready to be released to all players next week.

There’s a huge amount of new content coming to the record-breaking Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game with Patch 8, including 12 new subclasses. Elsewhere, there’s photo mode, cross-play, and Xbox Series S split screen. Check out the Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 8 patch notes for more.

Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8 new subclasses:

Bard - College of Glamour
As a College of Glamour Bard, you’ll find you have the power to heal friends and command enemies in equal measure. Cast Mantle of Inspiration to bestow your allies with 5 temporary hit points. And should an enemy attack while it is cast, they’ll find themselves Charmed. Play your hand correctly and you’ll be able to use this to your advantage with Mantle of Majesty. Target Charmed enemies and you can command them to flee, move closer, freeze, drop to the ground, or drop their weapon.

Barbarian - Path of Giants

Opt for the Path of Giants, and your newfound giant strength will make it easier for you to yeet friend and foe alike. Forget chugging potions to pump those muscles, these Barbarians benefit from the Giant’s Rage passive that grants both strength and size - allowing you to deal additional damage with Throw attacks. Pockets weighing you down? Not for you and your increased carry capacity!

Cleric - Death Domain

As a cleric of death, you’ll find a few dark new tricks up your sleeves - from spells that specialise in necrotic damage to three new necromancy cantrips. This includes Toll The Dead, a cantrip that causes 1~8 damage when your cleric rings the bell of impending doom - a number that scales if your target has already been damaged. We’ve also added the homebrewed ability to explode nearby corpses, damaging enemies.

Druid - Circle of Stars

These Druids look to the stars for answers, accessing powers beyond those offered through the classic wildshapes. Taking on one of three Starry Forms for their power - the constellations of the Archer, Chalice, and Dragon. Each one favours a different play style and strategy - the Archer dealing radiant damage with astral arrows, the life-giving Chalice restoring hitpoints to you and others nearby, and the wise Dragon, allowing you to deal damage with an added bonus to constitution rolls. The Starry Forms offer not just a celestial aesthetic, but practical, powerful options to enhance your role as a healer, fighter, or strategist.

Paladin - Oath of the Crown

You’ve been sworn to uphold the principles of law. Stay true to your oath and you'll be rewarded with the power to aid your allies and disrupt your foes. Guide your companions in battle with Righteous Clarity, taunt enemies with strategic interrupts, and keep your party standing strong with Divine Allegiance, absorbing their damage while restoring their health.

Fighter - Arcane Archer

Mastering the dual arts of magic and marksmanship, the Arcane Archer subclass offers unique skills on top of new shooting animations. Banish foes to the Feywild, removing them from the battlefield for a turn, or unleash Psychic damage that forces enemies to make a Wisdom saving throw or be blinded until the start of their next turn.

Monk - Drunken Master

Putting the brew in homebrew, as the Drunken Master, you have the ability to consume alcohol straight from your inventory, as well as drink from bottles you see around the Sword Coast, in order to recover Ki. By sharing the bottle with your enemies using Intoxicating Strike, you’ll generate a buff towards your Armour Class and your Chance to hit Drunk targets. Drunk enemies are also susceptible to the Drunken Masters' other abilities, like Sobering Realisation - which sobers up drunk targets, dealing physical and Psychic damage.

Ranger - Swarmkeeper

The Swarmkeeper subclass provides Rangers with three kinds of deadly swarms to assist them in combat. The Cloud of Jellyfish deals extra lightning damage - potentially shocking your enemy. The Flurry of Moths deals Psychic damage, giving you the potential to Blind your enemy. The Legion of Bees deals piercing damage and forces the enemy to make a strength-saving throw or be knocked back 15ft. Each swarm also has the ability to provide you with teleportation capabilities!

Rogue - Swashbuckler

This Rogue subclass introduces a range of new actions fit for the piratical life. Play dirty by tossing sand at enemies to Blind them. Flick your weapon at a target to Disarm them. Or use your new Fancy Footwork passive while meleeing your enemy to ensure they can’t make opportunity attacks against you for the rest of your turn.

Sorcerer - Shadow Magic

As a Shadow Magic Sorcerer, you deal in a form of magic that makes you deadliest in darkness. This subclass gives its sorcerer Superior Darkvision, as well as the ability to Shadow Walk between places of dim light or darkness. It also lets you call forth the perfectly homebrewed Hound of Ill Omen to harass your foes, and use Strength of the Grave to prevent you from being downed - ideal for those attempting Honour Mode runs.

Warlock - Hexblade

Hexblade Warlocks make a pact with an entity from the Shadowfell that manifests in the form of magical weapons. Curse your enemies and force their souls to do your bidding. Slay any enemy that isn’t generally an element of nature, construct, giant blob, or already dead, and you’ll be able to raise their spirit from their corpse for ten turns. This new summon can deal necrotic damage and will rip away a chunk of your enemy’s soul to provide your Hexblade Warlock with healing.

Wizard - Bladesinging

The Bladesinging subclass merges swordplay with wizardry. Expect new spellcasting animations when casting spells with your weapon, a new Bladesong ability to grant you supernatural speed, agility, and focus, plus gives you a bonus to any Constitution saving throw you make.

Patch 8, as Larian has signalled, is the final major update for the game and draws a line under what has been a remarkable time for the developer. Baldur’s Gate 3 launched to critical acclaim and enormous commercial success back in 2023, and has continued to sell strongly throughout 2024 and into 2025.

Larian shocked the gaming world by confirming its intention to leave Baldur’s Gate 3 and Dungeons & Dragons behind to work on a brand new game, which it teased at various points before announcing a media blackout to focus on the new mystery project.

D&D owner Hasbro. however, has teased plans to continue with the series. Speaking to IGN at the Game Developers Conference last month, SVP of digital games at Hasbro, Dan Ayoub, let on that with Larian moving on, Hasbro has "a lot of people very interested in Baldur's Gate."

"We're kind of working out our plans for the future and what we're going to be doing with that. And actually, in pretty short order, we're going to have some stuff to talk about around that."

Ayoub didn't offer any further information about whether this "stuff" would be a full-blown new Baldur's Gate in the works, or some sort of crossover like the characters had with Magic: The Gathering previously. However, he did acknowledge that he eventually wants a Baldur's Gate 4, but that making one will likely take a while.

"It's somewhat of an unenviable position," he said. "I mean, we're not in a hurry. Right? That's the thing, we're going to take a very measured approach... We've got a lot of plans, a lot of different ways to go about it. We're starting to think about, okay, yeah, we're ready to start dipping toes a little bit and talking about a few things. And I think, in really short order, like I said, again, not to over-tease that point, we're going to have some other things to talk about around that."

Meanwhile, Larian will celebrate the release of Patch 8 with a Twitch livestream in which senior systems designer, Ross Stephens, will run through the changes and additions.

Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.

If you’re prepping for the Nintendo Switch 2, or just looking for a fast, future-proof memory card, this is one deal to pay attention to. The Lexar 512GB Play PRO MicroSD Express Card is finally back in stock and has dropped to $89.92 on Amazon, down from its usual $99.99.

This is one of the few MicroSD Express cards currently available in larger capacities, and it’s officially compatible with the upcoming Switch 2. That matters, because Nintendo confirmed its next-gen console will only support MicroSD Express for expandable storage. That rules out all your older cards from the original Switch, no matter how much space they had left.

For a limited time, Amazon is offering a Hoto 3.6V Electric Screwdriver for $35.99 after 40% off coupon code "40SZOFEK". Make sure not to clip any of the coupons on the product page, otherwise this code will not apply and you'll be stuck with a lesser discount. This is a great, compact screwdriver for anyone who tinkers with small electronics and deals with dozens of tiny screws, but wants something stronger than one of those "mini precision" screwdrivers.

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When building a collection of board games, it's helpful to find good options on sale to pick up. Thankfully we've come across some great deals recently, including this discount on Fireball Island. If you're looking for an adventurous addition into your game night lineup, this one is worth picking up. Especially since it's 20% off at Amazon, which has dropped its price from $22.49 to $17.95. Pick it up for your collection at the link below.

The Game Collection has been an occasional good source of decent deals for some time now, but the retailer has especially come through today with making Elden Ring available for just £21.95 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and PC.

That's a huge maximum price drop of £18 from the previous £39.95 price of the current-gen versions. Among the other retailers selling physical copies of FromSoftware's critically acclaimed and best-selling RPG, that's the best price you can get by far.

The only other in the UK that comes close is Argos, selling most of the same versions for £21.99, but you have to pay at least £3.95 extra for home delivery—making the actual total £25.98 if you don't fancy the free store collection option.

With Elden Rings' Shadow of the Erdtree DLC still being enjoyed by plenty of players in the FromSoft community, even being a GOTY nominee at the Game Awards 2024, there's never been a better time for newcomers to get on board and become a Tarnished in the Lands Between for themselves.

If you're a PlayStation player who still uses both a PS4 and PS5, we'd recommend buying the PS4 version, since Elden Ring is one of those early-gen games that still has a free upgrade to the PS5 included, while the base PlayStation 5 version in the white case does not.

In the event you were planning to double-dip and play Shadow of the Erdtree whilst diving into base Elden Ring, the titular Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Edition has its own deals with different retailers—the PS5 & Xbox Series X|S editions are £39.99 at HMV while the latter is available for a mere £37.99 at Smyths. The PS5 version was also £37.99 at Smyths, but, at the time of writing, was out of stock.

On the PlayStation Store & Xbox Games Store, the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is still £32.99 and £34.99 respectively. So, by purchasing this complete edition of Elden Ring for just under £40, you'll save up to an extra £18.95 compared to buying the base version from The Game Collection and purchasing the DLC later.

Ben Williams – IGN freelance contributor with over 10 years of experience covering gaming, tech, film, TV, and anime. Follow him on Twitter/X @BenLevelTen.

The new LEGO River Steamboat is a beautiful set and an engaging experience. A set's quality is defined by its build process as much as its end result, and the River Steamboat is Exhibit A. It has forward momentum – every step of its build process logically and organically leads to the next, and the layered design of the ship – each floor is easily removable from the next – means that all of the ship's inner details are accessible and viewable. LEGO first appealed to its adult audience with its line of modular buildings. And what we have here is a modular boat, with the same attention to detail – both unique and mundane – that creates a greater, cohesive whole.

The River Steamboat is from the LEGO Ideas line. A LEGO fan submits an original idea, along with a proof-of-concept, for consideration. The community then votes on it. The chosen fan's idea becomes an official LEGO set, and the fan who conceived the idea gets a cut of the profits. Prior successful LEGO Ideas include The Nightmare Before Christmas, Jaws, and Dungeons & Dragons: Red Dragon's Tale.

The LEGO River Steamboat is inspired by the massive real-life paddle boats that chugged up and down the Mississippi River in the 1800s. Originally used for industrial transport, the steamboat was ultimately supplanted by the steam engine train and the screw propeller boat. With no practical reason to exist, the paddle boats became pleasure boats, with amenities and gambling on board. They continue to serve that purpose today; when my wife and I went on our honeymoon to New Orleans, we took a riverboat cruise down the Mississippi, where we dined, drank, danced, and listened to jazz.

This is a LEGO build for LEGO lovers.

The LEGO River Steamboat comes with a jazz lounge and a dining room. But it also has its practical areas, including a boiler engine room that connects to the paddle wheel. Push the boat, and the wheel turns. The pilothouse has a steering wheel, and when you turn it, the rudder at the bottom of the boat also turns. There's a kitchen area and a sleeping area for the crew. There's an anchor on a chain that rolls up on a spool. And meanwhile, another spool of riggings raises and lowers the boarding stages on the ship's bow.

The designers divided the build – 4,090 pieces – into 32 separate bags. You start with the base of the ship which includes the boiler room and a miniature nautical museum. Here, in addition to the actual boat engine, you can see a piston engine, an aeolipile (steam turbine) and a Watt steam engine. Across from the engine room is the small kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, and basin sink. I'm continually impressed by the minimalism of LEGO design and the designers' ability to repurpose a piece by simply changing its color scheme; a hot dog bun from a Fairgrounds build becomes an engine reinforcement in a Steamboat.

One floor up is the main deck, which contains the dining room and jazz lounge. The lounge is positioned above the boat's stern and includes tiny LEGO accessories for drums, saxophone, microphone, and an upright bass. The dining room is fancy, with tablecloth elements and attractive chairs. There are light fixture elements that straddle the inside and outside of the compartment. On the wall are posters which advertise the on-board entertainment. One of the wall paintings is a stylized depiction of the A-Frame Cabin, another LEGO Ideas set (see at Amazon).

You build the dining room separately and 'drop' it into the larger build. And because the ship's footprint is wider and longer than the dining room, you create a deck space, where your minifigures can lean on the outside railing and take in the sights. Speaking of minifigures, no minifigures come with the set. Some crew members and some tourists could have given the ship a bit more life and playfulness. But perhaps LEGO wanted to send a message that this was a set for show and not for play.

One floor up from the main deck is the crew deck, which includes a set of beds and a bathroom (with a toilet, sink, and shower stall). Above that is the pilothouse. One of the most impressive quirks of the Steamboat is the aforementioned steering wheel. It's a minor feat of engineering that turning the wheel on one end of the ship turns the rudder on the other end of the ship. It's accomplished by threading a rod through all four levels of the steamboat. The amount of planning that surely went into accomplishing this is impressive. But it's worth it. It's a small mechanical effect, but any LEGO builder who's ever attempted something similar will appreciate the effort that went towards accomplishing it.

I love many little things about this set. There's the white billowy flags, repurposed from a croissant accessory. There's the clean, neat, white rows of railings that line the outer decks. There's the patterned tiles in the lounge areas, which give the impression of rugs. Though massive (and it is quite massive), this set looks more like 3,500 pieces than 4,000 pieces. But after building it and indulging in all its specific details, all its well-appointed rooms, you'll know where those extra 500 pieces went.

There's a guiding principle to writing that William Strunk mentions in his book The Elements of Style:

"Vigorous writing is concise. A sentence should contain no unnecessary words, a paragraph no unnecessary sentences, for the same reason that a drawing should have no unnecessary lines and a machine no unnecessary parts. This requires not that the writer make all his sentences short, or that he avoid all detail and treat his subject only in outline, but that every word tell."

The River Steamboat is the LEGO equivalent of that principle; every brick tells. Every rod and stud has its purpose and function. Every decorative element is pleasing, not superfluous. And every room, every space on the ship, is individually pretty, while contributing to the whole. Definitely check it out. This is a LEGO build for LEGO lovers.

LEGO River Steamboat, Set #21356, retails for $329.99, and it is composed of 4,090 pieces. It is available exclusively at the LEGO Store.

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Kevin Wong is a contributing freelancer for IGN, specializing in LEGO. He's also been published in Complex, Engadget, Gamespot, Kotaku, and more. Follow him on Twitter at @kevinjameswong.

This article contains spoilers for Black Mirror Season 7.

Since Charlie Brooker’s Black Mirror debuted in 2011, it has presented a nigh-on nihilistic view of technology. Heck, it’s right there in the name, explaining the darkness of how what we’re watching on the TV screen reflects back onto our real world. But something has shifted as the show has continued, with the seventh season that’s just dropped on Netflix presenting a surprising, new thesis for the series. Maybe, just maybe, it’s technology – and AI in particular – that’s going to save us. Or at the very least, save itself.

To get one thing out of the way, the AI that’s presented in Black Mirror is pure fantasy. This isn’t the sort of AI used in ChatGPT and programs of the like, which isn’t anything fancier than a predictive text algorithm. Nor is it the sort of AI that’s close to anything that exists commercially or otherwise in our real world. What Black Mirror presents is a fantasy future version of AI that truly is what the initials stand for: artificial intelligence. In the series, they are programs that have vaulted past computer status to become living beings in and of themselves. And it’s with that major difference that Brooker and company are aiming to teach us more about what humanity should be, through beings that are just achieving sentience on their own.

This isn’t true of every episode in the new season. The season premiere, “Common People,” is a classic dark tale of a couple trying to solve their healthcare woes in a system that upcharges them to keep the wife’s brain working. It’s bleak, often darkly comic, and puts Chris O’Dowd and Rashida Jones through a gristmill to make a point about how the healthcare system isn’t that different from spiraling cell phone charges, or, to bite the hand that feeds Black Mirror, Netflix’s constant price hikes. “Bête Noir” is a comic tale of high school revenge that lightly plays with the idea of the Mandela Effect, but if you’re looking any deeper into the episode, you’re doing it wrong. Heck, at one point one of the characters Googles “nut allergy” and the only result is “did you mean ‘not allegory’” in case you missed how this is more of an Outer Limits style episode than classic Black Mirror.

But the next four episodes all take a very different, surprising tact for Black Mirror, something that we’ve only seen sparsely peppered through the series thus far. “Hotel Reverie” is a romantic comedy between Issa Rae’s character, a famous actress trying to stretch her muscles, and a digital recreation of a classic actress, played by Emma Corrin. “Plaything” finds Peter Capaldi as the digital harbinger for The Throng, a game created by “Bandersnatch” madman played by Will Poulter, which may help bring about the singularity. “Eulogy” might be the most earnestly heartfelt episode of the series to date, as Paul Giamatti’s character takes a journey through a relationship in his past that he’d rather forget, after his former paramour’s passing. And the final episode, “USS Callister: Into Infinity,” checks back in on the fan-favorite Star Trek riff now that the in-game AI crew has gone off on their own adventures.

There’s darkness, for sure, particularly with “Plaything.” depending on how you feel about becoming the host for a digital symbiote, you might find it more disturbing than not. But each episode posits that the way forward is working with and learning from our AI counterparts. It’s a far cry from how Toby Kebbell lost himself to The Grain in Season 1’s “The Entire History of You,” or the dark, sad end of android Domhnall Gleeson in Season 2’s “Be Right Back.” Heck, this is 180 degrees from the murder machine of Season 4’s “Metalhead,” or any of the times technology led to a gruesome death on the show, aka most of them. Instead, this batch of four episodes shows how tech can lead to closure, independence, a bright future, or even true love.

So, how did we get here? How did a show so focused on the bleak side of sci-fi pivot to become a fantasy of what could be? The answer likely goes back to what is perhaps the most beloved episode of Black Mirror of all time, “San Junipero,” which is referenced constantly in Season 7. “Common People” finds the main couple celebrating their anniversary every year at an inn/restaurant called The Juniper. Issa Rae’s Brandy lives on 3049 Junipero Drive. Black Mirror has always included Easter eggs and references to other episodes; some overt, some not. But it’s hard to understate the importance of “San Junipero” to this steady change to the series, and to Season 7 in particular.

The fourth episode of Season 3, “San Junipero” starred Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Mackenzie Davis as Kelly and Yorkie, respectively, two seemingly young women who fall in love, only for it to turn out that Kelly is a dead copy of a person’s memories, while Yorkie is a dying old woman. It’s a beautiful lesbian love story, the first of its kind for the series, but in classic Black Mirror fashion it ends in a place that is either beautiful – they decide to be together forever in the digital afterlife – or disturbing – Yorkie is euthanized, and the final shot is a bunch of robot arms sorting drives, including their memories.

Ending aside, multiple other episodes since then have experimented with this weird, fresh idea of “hope.” Season 4’s “USS Callister,” also hailed as one of the best episodes of the series, found a bunch of cloned digital creations escaping their old-school Star Trek reality by killing their maker and entering a bold, new world. Later in Season 4, “Hang The DJ” seemed to present almost a heterosexual version of “San Junipero” involving a dating app, but ultimately fizzled its premise with a classic Black Mirror bummer of an ending. Same with Season 5’s “Striking Vipers,” which found two male friends striking up a sexual relationship in a Street Fighter-esque fighting game, only to discover it didn’t work at all in the real world. Three episodes taking halting steps towards a different tone over nearly a decade, but none as successful as “San Junipero.” Until now.

So… Why now? Perhaps the easiest answer is Big Tech’s current obsession with AI as the latest hot thing, something that is quickly proving to be not what consumers want at all. The faux AI they’re hocking is as dark as anything Black Mirror has ever peddled, from boiling large bodies of water and accelerating climate change to wrecking whole swathes of the internet with frequently incorrect results. What can Black Mirror possibly say about our current AI when people are using predictive text in place of therapy, and Google is telling chefs to add glue to pizza? There’s nothing left to parody, to heighten, because in the real world, it’s already so ridiculous, so dangerous.

Instead, Brooker’s crew has changed focus to the real heroes, the digital beings, since we humans have taken so little effort and so much time to decide our world isn’t worth saving as long as we can generate terrible-looking art with the wrong number of fingers.

This is something the show seemingly tackles head-on in “Hotel Reverie,” with Awkwafina’s Kimmy testing a new technology that will spruce up old black-and-white movies by inserting new, hot actors into the scenes. It goes wrong, of course, and there’s plenty of not-so-subtle commentary about how AI (the way we know it) can generate the beats of a script, from when characters should fall in love to how mysteries should be solved. But the heart of the episode, quite literally, is how Issa Rae’s Brandy, stuck in the computerized version of the movie, finds a kindred soul with Emma Corrin’s digital recreation – and it ends with a beautiful scene involving a phone call that matches Yorkie and Kelly’s “forever,” without the weird robot arms. It’s about how connections can be made despite the interference of algorithms, not because of them.

“Eulogy” presents the flipside of “The Entire History of You,” with Giamatti’s Phillip trying to forget his past so definitively that he’s ripped the face of his ex-girlfriend out of pictures. But it’s through his bond with The Guide (Patsy Ferran), who turns out to be an AI duplicate of his ex-girlfriend’s daughter, curating material for her memorial, that Phillip can confront his own past mistakes and move forward with his life. It’s not ChatGPT therapy, but it is the version that users think they’re getting, versus plagiarized text that’s missing the intuitiveness of emotion and consciousness.

And the highly anticipated “USS Callister: Into Infinity” pairs nicely with “Plaything,” both positing that perhaps humans are prone to violence and petty jealousy, while digital creations have the ability to be better, and do better. In the former, with one exception the human characters are all scrambling to either dominate each other or destroy. Meanwhile, the crew of the Callister just want the opportunity to live. And in “Plaything,” when the adorable Tamagotchi-esque creatures of the Throng are presented with murder, their reaction isn’t to kill – it’s to present Capaldi’s Cameron (played in flashback by Lewis Gribben) with another option: let them take that pain and rage away by forming machine-man hybrids.

While Black Mirror isn’t totally past punishing humans (see “Common People” in particular), the pivot in Season 7 has turned to a fantasy that flips from the common belief that a la Terminator, the machines are here to kill us. Instead, Black Mirror suggests by coexisting with them, they can teach us to be better humans. And in a worst-case scenario, replace us because we don’t seem to want ourselves to survive anyway.

Turns out that Black Mirror which we thought reflected back on us was a two-way mirror all along, and Brooker’s digital creations have been watching this whole time. Perhaps it’s a flight of fancy, perhaps not. But as the show’s thoughts on AI have evolved, and the real world’s reliance on destructive fake AI has devolved, Black Mirror may have a point. All hail our new machine overlords… Even if for now they’re just fantasy.

Dystopian fiction has always been a crucial player in the science fiction and horror genres, but in the 21st century it's truly risen up to become its own dominant category. Here you'll find the absolute best of TV dystopia, ranging from zombie hellscapes to AI apocalypses to smaller pitfalls, like societies fully dominated by social media points or worlds where everything you see gets recorded in your brain like video files.

Massive plagues, nuclear winters, robot uprisings, time travel paranoia, and people vanishing into thin air -- these 19 TV shows (plus one miniseries) represent the cleverest, scariest (and often most poignant) -- dystopian stories ever told. Some are post-apocalyptic while some are just people in an office with a microchip in their head that's split their consciousness. All we're looking for is a dark vision of the future, near or far, that crackles with intensity, intrigue, and imagination.

If movies are what you seek, however, then check out the Top 10 Apocalypse Movies of All Time and the 6 Post-Apocalyptic Movies You've Probably Never Seen. Heck, IGN readers even voted on their Favorite Post-Apocalyptic World from Movies and TV!

But if it's TV you're after, then continue on as we dig into Fallout, Severance, The Walking Dead, The Handmaid's Tale, The Last of Us, and more. Here are the Top 20 Dystopian TV Shows of All Time!

20. Twisted Metal

We'll kick the list off with some riotous carnage. 2024's Twisted Metal adaptation, from Zombieland's Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, was exactly the type of violent silliness that was called for (and exactly what the Borderlands movie should have been, for what it's worth). Anthony Mackie, Stephanie Beatriz (Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Encanto), and the tag team combo of Samoa Joe and Will Arnett (body and voice for Sweet Tooth) star in this clever and goofy showcase of a world of walled-off cities and expendable couriers used to drive and deliver packages across the dangerous post-apocalypse wasteland.

Watch the first season of Twisted Metal on Peacock. Season 2 is coming this summer.

19. Paradise

The newest show on this list -- on which there are actually a good number of recent series -- is Hulu's Paradise. And without giving too much away for those who haven't caught the first season, let's just say that it's a White House murder whodunnit? amidst the backdrop of an extinction level event. Emmy-winner Sterling K. Brown reunites with This is Us creator Dan Fogelman for one of the best mystery box shows since Lost went off the air. Playing trusted Secret Service agent Xavier Collins to James Marsden's affable President Cal Bradford, Brown plays both sides of the deep conspiracy coin amidst a backdrop of a world-ending catastrophe. Julianne Nicholson and Sarah Shahi also star.

Watch the first season of Paradise on Hulu. Season 2 has been greenlit.

18. Into the Badlands

Only a few shows presented here actually kick ass on a visceral, violent level, and Into the Badlands, which comprises some truly superior fight choreography, leads that particular pack. From Alfred Gough and Miles Millar (Smallville, Wednesday, Shanghai Noon), this from-the-ashes actionfest shows us the world 500 years from now, ruined by war, where a U.S. territory known as the Badlands is ruled by Barons and dominated by blade and melee weapons (guns are a no no). Daniel Wu plays one of the realm's most lethal warriors, caught up in all of the dangerous drama unleashed by this ravaged world. A stirring, bloody, dystopian soap that's worth watching.

Watch all three seasons of Into the Badlands on Netflix or AMC+.

17. The Last Man on Earth

Will Forte's comedic cringefest is about a silly, selfish loser, Phil, who, after months on his own following a world-ending pandemic, discovers there are actually other survivors out there. The problem is Phil's an awkward sociopath and the hearty laughs unspool as only Mr. Forte can provide. Like Twisted Metal a few entries back, The Last Man on Earth is a rare comedy we're including to break up the dystopian dourness. It's ambitious, audacious, and truly gut-busting. Kristen Schaal, January Jones, Mary Steenburgen, and Jason Sudeikis co-star.

Watch all four seasons of The Last Man on Earth on Hulu.

16. The 100

One of the true tenured CW long-timers, that, you know, wasn't Supernatural or part of the Arrowverse was The 100 -- a sci-fi saga, loosely based on books by Kass Morgan, about a hundred teenage delinquents sent down to the Earth's surface from an orbiting, malfunctioning Ark to see if the planet's surface is survivable following a nuclear war that wiped out everything.

Over the course of 100 episodes (it was a must!), these characters endure harsh elements, brutal war, a dastardly AI, interdimensional travel, and some surprisingly dark content. In fact, The 100, which deviates pretty substantially from the novels, may just be the grimmest show on this countdown.

Watch all seven seasons of The 100 on Netflix.

15. Jericho

In the biggest case of fan appeasement since the Firefly movie Serenity got made, CBS' Jericho was brought back for a second season, saved from cancellation by fervent fans who ran a strong SAVE JERICHO campaign. Sure, it only lasted for one more season, and plans for a follow-up movie were eventually scrapped, but Jericho still stands as one of the most famous cult series ever.

Skeet Ulrich, Lennie James (ahead of The Walking Dead), Michael Gaston, Ashley Scott, and Gerald McRaney starred in this nuclear fallout drama about the residents of the fictional city of Jericho, Kansas, isolated due to loss of power and communications. Eventually war breaks out with a neighboring community while, in the background, a new militarized government sets up shop in the Western half of the U.S.

Created by Jon Turteltaub (National Treasure), Stephen Chbosky (author of The Perks of Being a Wallflower), and Jonathan E. Steinberg (Black Sails, Percy Jackson and the Olympians), Jericho's all about maintaining one's humanity while trying to reboot society.

You can watch the two seasons of Jericho on Paramount+.

14. Westworld

You'll see Jonathan Nolan's name twice on this list but we wanted to call out a secret third Jonah Nolan show, Person of Interest. It started as a CBS procedural about a billionaire and a depressed mercenary saving people's lives based on a surveillance algorithm and it expanded brilliantly into a fully serialized series about warring AIs. It's not a "dystopian" show, per se, because it was about characters trying to prevent a dystopia, but still.

It's also a great precursor for what Nolan would do on Westworld, an AI apocalypse series that actually shows you, over the course of four seasons, how the world ends. What starts as a robotic Wild West theme park experiencing malfunction and massacre (featuring the first sparks of AI becoming "aware") spins out into some serious apocalyptic wild swings. In fact, this could have easily been the world our heroes on Person of Interest were fighting to stop.

Season 4 was not meant to be the end-end but HBO un-renewed the series after already having greenlit a Season 5. Evan Rachel Wood, Ed Harris, Anthony Hopkins, Jeffrey Wright, Aaron Paul, and James Marsden starred.

The four seasons of Westworld are not available on Max. You can purchase them on various platforms or watch Season 1 on Tubi.

13. The Walking Dead

At one point, for a couple years, The Walking Dead was the highest-rated show on TV. Sure, the zombie genre had been running very hot all through the 2000s but nothing like this had ever made it to TV. Based on the acclaimed Robert Kirkman comic series, The Walking Dead got people to watch horror who never would normally. Heck, entire families watched this together and it often featured gore that was exponentially nastier than you'd see in a movie.

The Walking Dead, pure and simple, worked and when it was one fire it was a juggernaut of action, suspense, love triangles, heartache, and nail-biting close calls. And it would place even higher on the list if AMC had just let it go when the time was right. But now, after well over a decade on the air, it still carries on with multiple spinoffs. Now, to be fair, some of the new shows have merit, but really only for die-harders. That being that, there was a time when Rick, Daryl, Carol, Michonne, Glenn, Maggie, and the rest of the zompocalypse survivors ruled the f'n roost.

Watch all 11 seasons of The Walking Dead on Netflix.

12. Squid Game

Man, dystopia loves a game show. It loves competition. Whether it's stories like Battle Royale or The Hunger Games, The Running Man, Death Race 2000 or even the fun one-off commercial in RoboCop advertising Climbing for Dollars (where to collect cash the player has to climb a rope over a pit of snarling, angry dogs). We've been condemning late-stage capitalism for years and one of the best methods is to create entertainment about people's desperate need to survive.

It's no wonder then that viewers flooded to South Korea's Squid Game in 2021, making it Netflix's most-watched series to this day. We watched as a divorced father and gambling addict joined the ranks of 455 players on a crazed, nightmarish game show where those in debt play lethal children's games for a jackpot prize. Squid Game has a sharp brutality and keen social commentary, making for compelling, addictive, and squirm-worthy TV.

Watch the two seasons of Squid Game on Netflix. The third and final season will be released on June 27, 2025.

11. Fallout

Jonathan Nolan's latest dive into dystopia is his successful adaptation of Fallout, the huge game franchise about the wasteland future world of an alternate history America. This time, however, unlike the morose machinations of Person of Interest and Westworld, Fallout sticks to the giddy gallows humor of the games, acting not so much as a retelling of one of the popular games but as a new Fallout installment that exists alongside them.

Nolan, co-creating with Lisa Joy and Bethesda Game Studios, nails the tone of the games while also canonically expanding the lore and adding to the mosaic. Yellowjackets' Ella Purnell stars as a Vault Dweller, with no above-ground life experience, exploring the outside world in search of her missing father (Kyle MacLachlan). There she encounters a Brotherhood of Steel hopeful, Maximus (Aaron Moten), and a former Hollywood cowboy (Walton Goggins) who's still alive, and disfigured, 200 years after doomsday thanks to radiation. Fallout is a darkly comic dive into an insane world of ghoulish gunslingers, mech-suited mercs, mutated beasts, and Vault Boy propaganda.

You can watch the first season of Fallout on Prime Video. Season 2 has been greenlit.

10. Black Summer

The superb sleeper on the list, Black Summer is the greatest zombie show to ever stream. Even if you've tired of the genre and are done with undead hordes terrorizing trembling survivors, we implore you to check out this sinister, inventive descent into hell. Z Nation creators Karl Schaefer and John Hyams envisioned Black Summer as a spinoff, or companion piece of sorts, but where Z Nation had a tongue-in-cheek quality, Black Summer is a vicious, scathing potboiler that doesn't let up. Fast-moving zombies are taking over the world and our main characters are just merely surviving. The entire time. It's relentless and superb.

It's also uniquely formatted, separated into segments titled with characters' names. Segments that can run from one minute to 10. And the episodes themselves can be 40 minutes or 20. Black Summer is lean and mean. It's just the world falling. You know, the s*** that happened when Rick Grimes was in a coma.

You can watch the two seasons of Black Summer on Netflix.

9. Silo

By listing Silo here, we're also giving a gentle nod to the Snowpiercer series which, after switching networks, wrapped up its fourth and final season last summer. We're comparing the two because that show and Silo give us a destroyed, desolate future -- Snowpiercer of ice, Silo of (as yet) unknown ruin -- where the last survivors of the human race are stored away inside a big metal tube that's their only chance of survival, and also because of the exploration they both tackle of class revolution. The front of the train/back of the train dynamic is now the top of the Silo/bottom of the Silo struggle.

Yes, instead of a train, Silo is... well, set in a massive subterranean silo. One that contains ten thousand people. One of whom is Juliette, a headstrong engineer from the low levels who is mysteriously named as the new "Sheriff" following the death of the previous one. Silo, based on an acclaimed book series, is a stunning show, acting as almost a star vehicle for powerhouse Rebecca Ferguson as she takes Juliette through a clever conspiracy thriller set among a population whose histories have been erased, and all past artifacts outlawed, so that they don't even know what's outside the silo or what the Before Times were like. Tim Robbins, Common, Rashida Jones, and Steve Zahn co-star.

You can watch the first two seasons of Silo on Apple TV+. Season 3 has been greenlit.

8. Severance

Sticking with Apple TV+ here, Severance is the streamer's biggest hit ever, mesmerizing fans with a quirky, upsetting dystopia where an experimental brain chip allows people to split their work self into a separate consciousness -- unleashing an avalanche of ethical dilemmas about creating life that's just imprisoned labor.

At first, the premise of Severance sounded like a Black Mirror episode stretched out (particularly aspects of the "White Christmas" special) but it quickly established it's own offbeat world, tone, and look, borrowing from Terry Gilliam, Jacques Tati, and more for a marvelous mystery series that gives a nefarious new meaning to the term "return to office." Adam Scott, Patricia Arquette, Britt Lower, John Turturro, and Christopher Walken star in this devilish head-scratcher from creator Dan Erickson and EP/director Ben Stiller.

You can watch the first two seasons of Severance on Apple TV+. Season 3 has been greenlit.

7. Station Eleven

"I don’t want to live the wrong life and then die."

The lone miniseries on the list, Station Eleven, based on the book by Emily St. John Mandel, looks at the world during, and after, a pandemic kills off most of the population and reduces society to scattered, primitive clusters. We follow a girl, Kirsten (Matilda Lawler and Mackenzie Davis), as she survives the collapse of everything, growing up to join a traveling performance troupe that traverses the Great Lakes region performing Before Times plays and poems.

Leftovers writer/producer Patrick Somerville once again deals with global colony collapse, hope, love, and cults, gifting us with the most Leftovers-feeling series since The Leftovers. Station Eleven is transcendent TV, the type that touches your soul. Unfortunately, it was released during 2020 when hardly anyone wanted to watch a story where a virus wipes out all civilization, but those who saw it know how powerful and beautiful the series is.

You can watch all 10 episodes of Station Eleven on Max.

6. Black Mirror

An astute, mostly upsetting anthology series, acting as our 21st century Twilight Zone, Black Mirror is a phenomenal collection of mini-movies about imagined futures for humanity that range from uniquely augmented to downright depressing and diabolical. Focusing mostly on technology, or sometimes social media, visionary Charlie Booker's magnum opus about desperation, distraction, and unchecked advanced tech has delivered some of the most disturbing TV in the history of the medium.

Black Mirror has also given us some remarkable love stories, from the acclaimed "San Junipero" to the algorithm-busting "Hang the DJ." Of course, counter to that are the chapters that drop the floor out from under you, whether it's a world where people are forced to soulcycle for currency ("Fifteen Million Merits") or where their consciousness can be transferred in terrible ways ("Black Museum," "White Christmas," "USS Callister") or even -- to some a devastatingly timely story -- a future where every single social interaction is given a rating ("Nosedive"). Black Mirror is harrowing pulp that resonates deep within.

You can watch all seven seasons of Black Mirror on Netflix.

5. 12 Monkeys

Dismissed as a bad idea, as most TV shows based on beloved movies wind up being in the end, 12 Monkeys took the time travel ball and ran the f'n distance. Over four seasons, 12 Monkeys went from being a tweaked version of the Terry Gilliam movie (and, in turn, Chris Marker's La Jetée from 1962), with the central characters you're more or less familiar with (considering how the movie was a big showcase for Bruce Willis and Brad Pitt), and ballooned into a first-class adventure about the concept of predestination versus free will, raising the bar at every turn.

12 Monkeys begins with Aaron Stanford's Cole attempting to go back in time to stop a world-ending plague, a more basic nod to the movie, but it blossoms into full exploration of the post-apocalyptic world that Cole comes from. It's really in the later seasons that the show became its own tremendous, wonderful thing. It's a severely underrated time travel thriller that needs to be checked out. Amanda Schull, Emily Hampshire, Kirk Acevedo, and Todd Stashwick co-star.

The four seasons of 12 Monkeys are not currently streaming, but they are purchasable.

4. The Handmaid's Tale

One of the bleakest entries on this list, The Handmaid's Tale can be a difficult watch. It unapologetically lays out a cruel, oppressive, misogynistic future where a second Civil War has created a totalitarian regime that uses woman as child-bearing slaves. Margaret Atwood's pivotal 1985 novel is vividly brought to life here, haunting us with every twist and turn.

It's a heavy series, not to be binged lightly, but it's headlined by Mad Men's Elisabeth Moss and her ferocious performance as Offred, a woman who's captured and forced into a life of servitude amidst a new world of horrifying religious extremism. The Handmaid's Tale is meticulously paced, utterly suspenseful, and sometimes, honestly, too much to bear. Joseph Fiennes, Yvonne Strahovski, Ann Dowd, Alexis Bledel, and Bradley Whitford also star.

Watch all six seasons of The Handmaid's Tale on Hulu.

3. The Last of Us

The Last of Us isn't just the best video game-adapted TV series of all time, it's just a flat out brilliant watch, taking a magnificent story set up from the Naughty Dog game franchise and transferring it to television, adding bold new takes, twists, and turmoil while also keeping the core elements that worked -- namely the relationship between near-suicidal apocalypse survivor Joel and plucky, vengeful teen Ellie (who just might be the key to saving the entire world from its hostile mushroom zombielords).

Casting was paramount here, and stars Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey deftly deliver the Joel and Ellie we need for this entire zombie (but not "zombie") series to work. At its gruesome heart, The Last of Us is a story about love and loss and the family we find when we think all hope has been extinguished. The best example of this is "Long, Long Time," an episode that took two side characters from the game and extrapolated one of the greatest love stories ever put on screen.

The show is also about impossible decisions and terrible choices, the hallmarks of great dystopian horror and sci-fi. Season 2 is finally upon us and most viewers simply won't be ready for the intense drama ahead. Craig Mazin ("Chernobyl") and Naughty Dog's Neil Druckmann have given us back the heart that The Walking Dead lost years ago.

Watch the first season of The Last of Us on Max. Season 2 premieres April 13, 2025.

2. The Leftovers

Not only does The Leftovers, which lasted three glorious seasons on HBO, uniquely present a world struggling with both grief and existential anxiety following a mini-Rapture type event, where 2% of the population vanished without explanation, but it also just happens to be one of the greatest TV shows of all time. Damon Lindelof and Tom Perrotta (loosely adapting his own novel) present a rich landscape of wondrous happenings and vivid characters, toplined by Justin Theroux's Kevin and Carrie Coon's Nora.

The Leftovers evolves from a strong-yet-forlorn first season into an exceptionally magical experience in Seasons 2 and 3, never answering why the people disappeared but instead living within that uncertainty and painting a vast mural of both trauma and joy. This is a moral imperative for TV lovers. Not your typical "dystopia," but a world gone mad nonetheless.

Watch all three seasons of The Leftovers on Max.

1. Battlestar Galactica

The work that Ron Moore's Battlestar Galactica did for legitimizing genre TV cannot be overstated. Science fiction was always about showing us a mirror -- using parables, metaphors, and tucked away social commentary -- but BSG was a landmark show. It was a powerful, mature space odyssey during the most recent Golden Age of TV, able to easily compete with the Sopranos, Shields, and Wires of the era.

As for the "dystopia" aspect? Absolutely. It's just maybe not what we've come to expect over the years. It's a future hellscape... for a different, past iteration of people. A cautionary tale, if you will, as we follow the remnants of humanity fleeing through space after a mass genocide carried out by their own AI creations -- Cylons, who now look just like humans. It's an expert look at post-9/11 fear and paranoia with a stellar ensemble, including Edward James Olmos, Mary McDonnell, Katee Sackhoff, Tricia Helfer, and more. With massive moments and cunning twists that will make your heart both soar and sink, BSG reworked a clunky '70s sci-fi series, which had some retro cult love, and gave it grandeur and gravitas.

Watch all four seasons of Battlestar Galactica on Prime Video (through the end of April).

What's your favorite dystopian TV series? Is there one we missed that you'd have liked to see on the list? Vote in our poll and sound off below.

UPDATE: This article originally pointed to the May 8 date as new information, but this has been the case since April 2. We apologize for the error. We have edited the headline and article to round up the details in an explainer format rather than present it as new information, and make it clear there is still no news on retail pre-orders. Thank you to all for pointing out the error.

ORIGINAL STORY: Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 were set to go live across the world on April 9, but economic chaos caused by Trump's tariffs forced Nintendo to issue a delay in the U.S. first, and then Canada. Pre-orders went ahead as planned elsewhere, including in the UK.

According to a FAQ posted to Nintendo’s website, the first batch of invitations will go out starting May 8, 2025 for the My Nintendo Store. There is no information yet on retail pre-orders.

Additional batches of invitation emails will then be sent “periodically” until purchasing on My Nintendo Store is opened to everyone, Nintendo added.

Initial invitation emails will be delivered on a first-come, first-serve basis to “eligible registrants who meet the priority criteria,” Nintendo explained. Invitees will have 72 hours from the time when the email is sent to complete their purchase.

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order invitation priority requirements:

• you must have been the one who purchased any Nintendo Switch Online membership
• you must have had any paid Nintendo Switch Online membership for a minimum of 12 months, and
• you must have opted in to share gameplay data and have at least 50 hours total gameplay hours.

There is no word on whether Nintendo plans to stick to its already announced pricing for the Switch 2, its games (some of which cost $79.99), and accessories, or increase them. Some analysts have expressed concern that Nintendo may be forced to raise the price of the base Switch 2 beyond $449.99 as a result of the ongoing tariff war, but Nintendo has yet to make an announcement one way or the other.

It’s worth pointing out that Nintendo is bundling Mario Kart World with a Nintendo Switch 2 for $499.99, cutting the cost of the game by a huge $30 in the process. However, Nintendo has indicated this bundle is a limited-time offer.

Nintendo Switch 2 pricing in the U.S.:

• Nintendo Switch 2 by itself: $449.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 with Mario Kart World bundled in: $499.99
• Mario Kart World by itself: $79.99
• Donkey Kong Bananza: $69.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller: $79.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Camera: $49.99
• Joy-Con 2 Controller pair: $89.99
• Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip: $34.99
• Joy-Con 2 Strap: $12.99
• Joy-Con 2 Wheel pair: $19.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Set: $109.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case and Screen Protector: $34.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case: $79.99
• Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter: $29.99

IGN has plenty of reaction to Nintendo’s jump to $80 for the Switch 2 generation, including from analysts who have helped us understand why this has happened.

Elsewhere, we’ve got the story on former Nintendo of America boss Reggie Fils-Aimé, who pointed to the story of Wii pack-in game Wii Sports in thinly-veiled tweets addressing the controversy surrounding Nintendo’s decision to charge for Switch 2 tutorial game Welcome Tour.

Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.

I don’t usually get excited about Magic: The Gathering deals unless they involve a substantial discount or a chance to pick up chase cards without pawning my fetch lands. But the current Best Buy Deal of the Day has me genuinely interested, and not just because I’m weak in the face of shiny foils and stitched-edge playmats. As with all DotD discounts, this is limited just to today as well, so pick up the cheap boosters while you can. Let's dig into what's available, and what I'd recommend picking up.

MTG Discounts On Foundations, Aetherdrift, and More

Let’s talk Foundations. This set isn’t trying to wow anyone with lore about a haunted mansion or a squirrel-led uprising. Instead, it focuses on being playable, readable, and shockingly welcoming. I think that’s a big deal, especially since we’re about to get Marvel and Final Fantasy collaborations through Universes Beyond. New players are going to get dropped into the multiverse with zero context, so a solid on-ramp like Foundations is going to be essential.

Magic: The Gathering Foundations Bundle

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• ubgforever - 5 Spins
• freecrates - 3000 cash
• teleport - 3 Freespins

Expired Codes

As of April 2025, these are the codes that no longer work:

• bigbigcode
• supersecret
• sale
• knockdownfits
• halloween
• spooky
• powerlevel
• asura
• weball
• brazil
• activateboost
• jumpscare
• animetime
• animecrates
• shotgunrework:
• bigcode
• comingsoon
• thegames
• kocash
• 500mil
• manyfixes
• oneyear
• ipposreturn
• freeemote2
• settings
• cashcashcash
• beefy
• beefy2
• koanims
• watwatwat
• balrog
• delayapology
• chronose
• pocketchange
• morecash
• delayingsome
• vegeta
• yamcha
• hammer
• randomcode
• feint
• 200mil
• freeemote1

How to Redeem Untitled Boxing Game Codes

To redeem Untitled Boxing Game Codes, all you need to do is head into the game itself and look for the "Codes" tab on the left-hand side of the screen. Click the tab, type in your code and hit enter. If the code is accepted, you'll see your redeemed award appear above the enter button. If the code isn't accepted, you'll get an error message reading "Invalid Code".

Callum Williams is a freelance media writer with years of experience as a game critic, news reporter, guides writer and features writer.

Want to get your hands on some free gems and EXP boosts in King Legacy? You're in luck. These redeemable codes will net you a bunch of rewards in King Legacy, earning you everything from iron keys to stat refunds.

Working King Legacy Codes (April 2025)

Below, you'll find all of the active and working King Legacy codes that you can redeem for free rewards in April 2025:

• DinoxLive - 100,000 $
• Peodiz - 100,000 $
• EpicAdventure - Free Stat Refund
• RainbowDragon - 100 Gems (only works if you owned/ unlocked the old rainbow dragon colour before update 7 took place)
• DragonColorRefund - 10 gems or 50 gems (If your dragon color before update 7 occurred was the original red, you will only get 10 gems)
• 2MFAV - Free Stat Refund
• FREESTATSRESET - Free Stat Refund
• WELCOMETOKINGLEGACY - 2x EXP for 30 Minutes
• <3LEEPUNGG - 2x EXP for 30 Minutes
• SKGames (Requires joining the Sea King Games Community Group) - 2x EXP for 30 minutes

Expired King Legacy Codes

The below King Legacy codes have expired, meaning they're no longer redeemable as of April 2025:

• PvPArenaFun
• KioruV2PowerUp
• PlayKingLegacyFor5Gems
• ThirdSeaAdventures
• DragonColorsUnlocked
• PassiveMaster
• TelekinesisFruitPower
• InfernoKingAwaits
• Update7Releases
• Halloween2024
• OWNERMETEOR

How to Redeem King Legacy Codes

To redeem King Legacy codes, boot up the Roblox Experience and, once you’re in, follow the steps below:

1. Look at the health bar at the bottom of the screen. Next to it, you'll see a menu icon. Click it.
2. It'll open a row of icons above the health bar. Click the shopping basket icon to open the shop tab.
3. Scroll to the bottom of the shopping tab and you'll see the code bar.
4. Input your code into the bar and then hit Redeem to add the rewards to your account.

Why Isn’t My King Legacy Code Working?

If your King Legacy code isn’t working, it’s likely due to one of two scenarios. The first is that the code was inputted incorrectly. Make sure you have the code inputted exactly as it is in the Active Codes section above. You can even copy and paste codes directly from this article over to Roblox if you want to make sure you’re inputting them correctly.

The other possibility is the code has expired or you’ve already used it. If your code has been used, a message will appear in the bar reminding you that the code's already been activated. If the code has expired, it'll show up as invalid, meaning its no longer available to use.

How to Get More King Legacy Codes

If you want more King Legacy codes, your best bet is to become a member of the game's official Discord server. Once you're a part of the server, head to the Codes channel. The devs update the channel whenever a new code drops, so you'll be able to see keep up to date with all the latest additions.

What is King Legacy in Roblox?

Based heavily on One Piece, King Legacy is an open-world pirate RPG where players explore a vast ocean in search of enemies to battle and gear to acquire. Along the way, they'll discover and collect devil fruit, using it to unlock powerful new abilities which will change the way they play and help them become a legend of the seven seas.

Callum Williams is an IGN freelancer covering features and guides. When he's away from his desk, you can usually find him obsessing over the lore of the latest obscure indie horror game or bashing his head against a boss in the newest soulslike. You can catch him over on Twitter at @CaIIumWilliams.

Looking for ways to boost your workouts in Gym Star Simulator? Our list of codes is here to help you out. You'll find all the currently active Gym Star Simulator codes down below. Redeem them for rewards including Spins, Protein Bars, Energy Drinks, and more to help you get your gains.

Active Gym Star Simulator Codes (April 2025)

Below you'll find all of the Gym Star Simulator codes that are currently active in April 2025:

• OLYMPIA - 3x Essential Oils (NEW)
• NEW - Spins
• STRENGTH - 2x Protein Bars
• SORRY - Spins
• STAMINA - 2x Energy Drink
• 50M - Spins
• RICH - 2x Essential Oils
• FRIENDTRAINER - 500x Enchant Crystal
• CRYSTAL - 2000x Enchant Crystal
• STALCRY - 5000x Enchant Crystal

All Expired Gym Star Simulator Codes

As of April 2025, these codes are no longer active:

• NEWWORLD
• HALLOWEEN
• Superhero
• shell

How to Redeem Gym Star Simulator Codes

Redeeming Gym Star Simulator codes is straightforward. All you need to do is follow these steps:

1. Launch Gym Star Simulator on Roblox
2. Click on the Shop icon on the left side of the screen
3. Go over to the Code tab. This is the furthest tab on the right at the top of the Shop menu
4. Paste your code into the bar and click Confirm

Why Isn't My Gym Star Simulator Code Working?

When a Gym Star Simulator code isn't working, it's either because of a typo or because the code has expired. If you type a code incorrectly, you'll see "Code Error" when you click Redeem. For that reason, we recommend copying the code directly from this article and pasting it into Gym Star Simulator. Be sure to check that you haven't accidentally included a space either before or after the word when you paste it in.

How to Get More Gym Star Simulator Codes

We'll update this article each day, so you can stay up to date on all the latest codes. If you want to look for them yourself, however, you can also check out the Gym Star Simulator Discord channel.

What is Gym Star Simulator in Roblox?

Gym Star Simulator is a Roblox experience where you'll work out to build your stamina and strengthen your character by working on your legs, chest, arms, and more. You'll recruit trainers, build your own exercise routine with weights and machines, and compete in competitions. Along the way, you'll unlock new worlds and gain companions that will give you stat boosts.

Lauren Harper is a freelance writer and editor who has covered news, reviews, and features for over a decade in various industries. She has contributed to guides at IGN for games including Elden Ring, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Starfield, Pikmin 4, and more. With an MA in Victorian Gothic History and Culture, she loves anything that falls under that category. She's also a huge fan of point-and-click adventures, horror games and films. You can talk to her about your favourites over at @prettyheartache.bsky.social.

Few games nowadays can make the wider gaming audience roll their eyes or jump out of their chairs excitedly. Yes, there are plenty of games that people are excited about their inevitable release, like Grand Theft Auto 6. Still, a darker, almost esoteric magic happens when the inevitable rumor mill starts to swill about games like Silksong and Bloodborne, the latter of which happens to be the Beyond! Game Club Game for April.

Bloodborne is one of those experiences that can be transformative for some. At the same time, many will often play it, slaughtering their prey up until they see the credits or get fed up with it before eventually throwing in the towel. Those who overcome what lies in wait often become addicted to the challenging and precise combat of many souls’ games, while segments of that group become radicalized by the world and its lore that enthralls them as they traverse the extensive map draped in gothic and Lovecraftian themes. It’s no surprise that many of the hosts of podcast Beyond! are big fans of Bloodborne, and we look forward to our return to Yharnam once again, with it celebrating its 10th anniversary this year.

We hope that you will all join us in our endeavors to make our way through the numerous beasts, ghouls, and other ghastly creatures that will stand in our way to uncover the mysteries of the city of Yharnam. Be sure to check back in throughout the month as we update with our latest thoughts, triumphs, and, of course, the many, many failures that await us in Bloodborne.

If you’re looking to beef up your Bee Swarm Simulator hive with some free redeemable codes, we have you covered. This article has compiled all of the active Bee Swarm Simulator codes currently available, so you can get your hands on plenty of rewards instantly. Before we get stuck in, it's worth briefly mentioning that certain codes will require you to be part of the Bee Swarm Simulator Club to access them. This club is entirely free to join and we’ll detail how a little further down.

Active Bee Swarm Simulator Codes (April 2025)

Below, you'll find all of the currently active and working Bee Swarm Simulator codes for April 2025

• 15MMembers (must be in the group Bee Swarm Simulator Club to redeem) - Various Resources
• 38217 - 5 Tickets
• BeesBuzz123 - 1 Cloud Vial, 5 Bitterberries, 10 Gumdrops
• BopMaster - 5 Tickets
• Connoisseur - 5 Tickets
• Nectar - 5,000 Honey
• Wax - 5 Tickets, 5,000 Honey
• Roof - 5 Tickets
• Crawlers - 5 Tickets
• ClubBean (requires Bee Swarm Simulator Club membership) - Various rewards

Expired Bee Swarm Simulator Codes

The following Bee Swarm Simulator codes are expired and no longer work as of April 2025:

• ThreeBeeVee
• Boo Swarm
• Octobersmas

How to Redeem Bee Swarm Simulator Codes

To redeem Bee Swarm Simulator Codes, boot up the game and, once you’re in, follow the steps below:

1. Look at the icons in the top left-hand corner of the screen. You’ll see six icons.
2. Click on the gear icon to bring up the settings tab.
3. At the top of the menu that appears, you’ll see a Promo Codes bar. Type your code in here.
4. Click Redeem and you should see the resources you unlock appear in the bottom right-hand corner.

How to Join Bee Swarm Simulator Club

Certain Bee Swarm Simulator codes are exclusive to members of the Bee Swarm Simulator Club. Luckily, this membership is completely free and easy to get. To subscribe, click this link. It’ll take you to the Bee Swarm Simulator Club page.

From here, make sure you’re logged in with the Roblox account you play on, then press the follow button. Just like that, you’re a part of Bee Swarm Simulator Club, and you’ll be able to access any restricted codes.

Why Isn’t My Bee Swarm Simulator Code Working?

If your Bee Swarm Simulator code isn’t working, it’s likely due to one of two scenarios. The first is that the code was inputted incorrectly. Check the spelling, make sure you’ve added any numbers and the case is correct, then redeem again. You can even copy and paste the codes directly from this article over to Roblox if you want to make sure you’re inputting them correctly.

The other possibility is the code has expired or you’ve already used it. In both scenarios, you should see an error message pop up in the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. Bee Swarm Simulator is also unique in that certain codes are locked behind a membership to Bee Swarm Simulator Club. Luckily, this is entirely free, so if your error message mentions that you aren’t subscribed, follow the instructions above to subscribe to the group and get access to the exclusive codes.

How to Get More Bee Swarm Simulator Codes

If you’re looking to scout out some Bee Swarm Simulator codes yourself, the easiest way is through the game’s official Discord. After joining, you’ll be able to hop into the bss-news channel to find all the latest codes as they drop.

You can also follow Onett on X, where the creator frequently drops new codes for the community.

What is Bee Swarm Simulator in Roblox?

Bee Swarm Simulator is a bee farming game, where you collect resources by hatching your own hive of colourful bees, making honey, defeating enemies and completing quests. The more you play, the more expansive your hive becomes, allowing you to tackle trickier enemies and continue your quest to become the ultimate beekeeper.

Looking for additional SkyBux to customize and upgrade your airline? This article has you covered! Here you can find a list of all currently active Cabin Crew Simulator codes. Redeem them to boost your SkyBux and spend them on in-flight meals, travel to different destinations, and new aircrafts in Roblox.

Working Cabin Crew Simulator Codes (April 2025)

Here are the currently active Cabin Crew Simulator codes for April 2025 and the rewards you'll get for redeeming them:

• dubai - 2,500 Skybux (NEW)
• amenity - 2,500 Skybux (NEW)
• candycane - 1,800 Skybux
• trees - 1,500 Skybux
• spooky - 2,000 SkyBux
• london - 1,500 SkyBux
• 200m - 2,000 SkyBux
• ally - 1,200 SkyBux
• gear - 2,000 SkyBux
• myles - 2,000 SkyBux

All Expired Cabin Crew Simulator Codes

The following codes can no longer be redeemed as of April 2025:

• airport
• star
• customize
• decoration
• 100m
• airstairs
• service
• galley
• boba
• jetway
• badge
• snow
• pilot
• landing
• cruising
• captain
• evacuate
• airliner
• mission
• wheelsup

How to Redeem Cabin Crew Simulator Codes

To redeem Cabin Crew Simulator codes, you'll need to follow these steps:

1. Load up Cabin Crew Simulator on Roblox
2. Press Play
3. Look for the giftbox icon on the left-hand side of the screen
4. Paste the code into the box then press enter or the Claim button

Why Isn't My Cabin Crew Simulator Code Working?

When a Cabin Crew Simulator isn't working, it's usually for two reasons. Either the code has expired of it's a typo. When it's a typo, it will say "Invalid Code" when you press enter. To avoid typos being an issue, we'd recommend copying the codes directly from this article, then pasting them into the codes box in Cabin Crew Simulator. If a code is no longer redeemable, it will say "Expired" when you hit enter.

How to Get More Cabin Crew Simulator Codes

We'll keep this article updated each day, but if you want to get Cabin Crew Simulator codes as soon as they drop, you'll want to follow @CabinCrewRBLX on X. There is also a Discord channel for Cruising Studios, where codes are posted in the Announcements channel.

What is Cabin Crew Simulator in Roblox?

The aim of Cabin Crew Simulator is to create your own successful airline and aircraft. You'll be thrown into the role of Cabin Crew, who is responsible for making sure passengers enjoy their flights and arrive safely at their destinations.

You'll need to perform various tasks during flights, from boarding passengers to serving them drinks and snacks, all of which will reward you with SkyBux. The in-game currency will allow you to purchase bigger airplanes, unlock new destinations, upgrade your uniform, and more.

Lauren Harper is a freelance writer and editor who has covered news, reviews, and features for over a decade in various industries. She has contributed to guides at IGN for games including Elden Ring, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Starfield, Pikmin 4, and more. With an MA in Victorian Gothic History and Culture, she loves anything that falls under that category. She's also a huge fan of point-and-click adventures, horror games and films. You can talk to her about your favourites over at @prettyheartache.bsky.social.

If you’re on the hunt for some redeemable codes to help conquer Evade’s free-roaming world in style, then you’re in the right place. On this page, you’ll find all the current and active Evade codes available in the popular free-running Roblox hit, so you can grab yourself some tokens and other goodies instantly.

Active Evade Codes (April 2025)

There are currently no active and working Evade codes for April 2025:

Expired Evade Codes

The following Evade codes are expired and no longer work as of April 2025:

• march1stincident
• theaftermath
• anewday
• apology
• thebig5
• 444
• 222
• lunaryear
• therealdeal

How to Redeem Evade Codes

To redeem Evade codes, boot up the game and, once you’re in, follow the steps below:

1. As you reach the main menu, look at the five icons in the bottom right-hand corner of the screen.
2. Click on the codes tab marked by the X / Twitter icon.
3. Enter your code into the code bar, being careful to make sure it’s in the right case and spelt correctly.
4. Click ENTER and you should see the resources you unlock appear just below the code bar.

Why Isn’t My Evade Code Working?

If your Evade code isn’t working, it’s likely due to one of two scenarios. The first is that the code was inputted incorrectly. Evade’s codes are often in lowercase, so make sure you have the code inputted correctly before you hit claim. You can even copy and paste the codes directly from this article over to Roblox if you want to make sure you’re inputting them correctly.

The other possibility is the code has expired or you’ve already used it. If you’ve used it, you’ll get a message below the bar reminding you it has already been redeemed. If you’ve inputted it and it doesn’t recognise the code at all, it likely means it's no longer available to use.

How to Get More Evade Codes

If you’re looking to scout out some Evade codes yourself, the easiest way is through the game’s official Discord, which you can find here. After joining, you’ll be able to hop into the announcements channel to find all the latest codes as they drop.

You can also follow the game’s community page on X, which occasionally posts codes from time to time.

What is Evade in Roblox?

Evade is a multiplayer survival game with a unique twist. A team of players are dropped onto a map with several enemies (known as NextBots) patrolling the area. Their one objective is to survive until the timer runs out by using parkour to quickly navigate the environment and dodge NextBots, all the while reviving downed team members and ensuring their team makes it out safely.

Callum Williams is an IGN freelancer covering features and guides. When he's away from his desk, you can usually find him obsessing over the lore of the latest obscure indie horror game or bashing his head against a boss in the newest soulslike. You can catch him over on Twitter at @CaIIumWilliams.

Hoping to get some new goodies to take down enemies in style in RIVALS? We’re here to help. Below, we’ve collected all the active RIVALS codes currently available for Roblox’s popular first-person shooter, helping you get some new weapon wraps to freshen up your arsenal.

Active RIVALS Codes (April 2025)

Below, you'll find the list of active and working RIVALS codes for April 2025:

• 5B_VISITS_WHATTTTTT - 5B Visits Finisher (All Weapons) (NEW)
• COMMUNITY13 - x1 Community Wrap (Random Weapon)
• COMMUNITY12 - Random Weapon Community Wrap
• COMMUNITY11 - Random Weapon Community Wrap
• COMMUNITY10 - Random Weapon Wrap
• COMMUNITY9 - Community Wrap For Handgun
• COMMUNITY8 - Random Weapon Wrap

Expired RIVALS Codes

The RIVALS codes listed below are expired and no longer working as of April 2025:

• THANKYOU_1BVISITS!
• COMMUNITY7

How to Redeem RIVALS Codes

To redeem RIVALS codes, boot up the game and, once you’re in, follow the steps below:

1. Look at the icons running along the bottom of the screen. You’ll see seven labelled icons.
2. Click on the Rewards icon labelled as gift.
3. You’ll pull up the rewards tab. Scroll to the very bottom and you’ll see a bar labelled Redeem a Code.
4. To be able to input codes into it, you’ll need to first follow both the creators of the game on X. Log in to your X account (or create one) then follow SenseiWarrior and Nosniy.
5. When you’ve followed both of them, return to the game and put in your X account handle. If you’re following both creators, you’ll access the codes bar.
6. From here, input your chosen code and press Redeem to add the rewards to your account.

Why Isn’t My RIVALS Code Working?

If your RIVALS code isn’t working, it’s likely due to one of two scenarios. The first is that the code was inputted incorrectly. Make sure you have the code inputted correctly with no spelling mistakes before you hit claim. You can even copy and paste the codes directly from this article over to Roblox if you want to make sure you’re inputting them correctly.

The other possibility is the code has expired or you’ve already used it. If you’ve used it, you’ll get a pop-up informing you the code’s been used. If you’ve inputted it and you get a pop-up saying the code has expired, it means it's no longer available to use.

How to Get More RIVALS Codes

If you’re looking to scout out some RIVALS codes yourself, the easiest way is through the game’s official Discord. After joining, you’ll be able to hop into the game-codes channel to find all the latest codes as they drop.

What is RIVALS in Roblox?

RIVALS is a first-person shooter that focuses on players dropping into 1v1, 2v2, 3v3, 4v4 or 5v5 games against other players online. Once in a game, your goal is to eliminate the other team, but you have to be wary. You have a single life per round, meaning once you’re dead, you’re out of the fight until the next round. The setup leads to plenty of tense firefights, forcing you to be tactical, precise and cautious to get the win.

Callum Williams is an IGN freelancer covering features and guides. When he's away from his desk, you can usually find him obsessing over the lore of the latest obscure indie horror game or bashing his head against a boss in the newest soulslike. You can catch him over on Twitter at @CaIIumWilliams.

Thank your own personaly deity—possibly Jin Dahaad—it's Friday. It's also time to tuck into some wallet-friendly wonders, with digital delights across Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, PS5 and PC all copping hefty discounts. Until Monday, do stay safe and save often!

This Day in Gaming 🎂

In retro news, I'm celebrating the 28th birthday of Suikoden, an all-timer PS One classic. In case you're not familiar with it, you control the son of a general destined to seek out 108 warriors to defeat a corrupt government and bring peace to the land. Not only did it feature duels and large turn based battles, but also packed a large amount of depth into its magic and combat system. The HD remaster is well worth smashing.

Aussie bdays for notable games

- Suikoden (PS) 1997. Get

- Dino Crisis 2 (PC) 2003. eBay

- Defiance (PC, PS3, X360) 2013. eBay

- Ninja Gaiden 3: RE (PS3, X360) 2013. Get

Contents

• Nintendo
• Xbox
• PlayStation
• PC
• PC Gear
• LEGO
• Headphones
• TVs

Nice Savings for Nintendo Switch

Kicking things off on Switch, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom slices 47% off its price—perfect time to dive back into Hyrule’s floating islands. Fun tidbit: the game’s physics engine was originally designed to let players solve puzzles in a multitude of unpredictable ways; much to the surprise of even the developers, who’ve admitted being stumped by some player creations.

• Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (-47%) - A$48
• Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes (-44%) - A$44
• Super Mario RPG (-20%) - A$64
• Bravely Default II (-35%) - A$51
• It Takes Two (-43%) - A$34
• Hogwarts Legacy (-75%) - A$22
• Lego City Undercover (-92%) - A$7

Expiring Recent Deals

• Mario & Luigi: Brothership (-20%) - A$64
• Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled (-22%) - A$55
• Sonic Forces (-25%) - A$45
• Life Is Strange: Double Exposure (-31%) - A$60
• Dragon Ball FighterZ (-45%) - A$50

Or gift a Nintendo eShop Card.

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Exciting Bargains for Xbox

• Star Wars Outlaws (-55%) - A$49
• Monster Hunter Wilds (-50%) - A$58
• Hogwarts Legacy (-57%) - A$47
• Split Fiction (-16%) - A$59
• No More Heroes 3 (-41%) - A$44
• Dragon Age: Veilguard Del. (-58%) - A$59

Xbox One

• Lego 2K Drive (-24%) - A$41
• The Crew Motorfest (-52%) - A$48
• Monopoly 2024 (-51%) - A$24

Expiring Recent Deals

• Space Marine 2 (-27%) - A$80
• Star Wars Jedi: Survivor (-24%) - A$84
• Grand Theft Auto V (-60%) - A$25
• Suicide Squad: KTJL (-83%) - A$20
• Kingdom Come: Deliverance II (-23%) - A$90
• Call of Duty: MW2 (-35%) - A$44
• F1 24 (-48%) - A$36
• FC 25 (-65%) - A$39

Or just invest in an Xbox Card.

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Pure Scores for PlayStation

PlayStation’s haul is equally tasty. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth crashes in at $49, cheekily continuing the saga’s tradition of emotional drama and karaoke minigames.

• Monster Hunter Wilds (-43%) - A$65
• Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (-57%) - A$49
• Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (-57%) - A$49
• Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered (-25%) - A$55
• Need for Speed Unbound (-82%) - A$20
• Breachers (-40%) - A$26

PS4

• Dragon Quest XI S (-50%) - A$27
• What Remains of Edith Finch (-75%) - A$6
• Moving Out (-80%) - A$6
• Torchlight II (-80%) - A$5

Expiring Recent Deals

• Split Fiction (-16%) - A$59
• Kingdom Come: Deliverance II (-23%) - A$90
• DualSense Chroma Pearl (-135%) - A$109
• Tales of Arise (-67%) - A$34
• Grand Theft Auto V (-60%) - A$25
• Cyberpunk 2077: Ult. Ed. (-35%) - A$70
• Quidditch Champions Del. (-68%) - A$20
• Gran Turismo 7 (-21%) - A$99
• The Last of Us Part II (-21%) - A$48
• Blasphemous (-80%) - A$8
• My Friend Pedro (-80%) - A$5

PS+ Monthly Freebies
Yours to keep from Apr 1 with this subscription

• RoboCop: Rogue City | PS5
• The Texas Chain Saw Massacre | PS4/5
• Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth HM | PS4

Or purchase a PS Store Card.

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Purchase Cheap for PC

• Dave the Diver (-55%) - A$13
• TLoU 2 Remastered (-12%) - A$65
• River City Girls (-100%) - FREE
• Batman: Arkham Col. (-85%) - A$12
• DmC 5 + Vergil (-75%) - A$11

Expiring Recent Deals

• Monster Hunter Wilds (-20%) - A$84
• Devil May Cry Franchise Pack (-71%) - A$30
• Inside (-90%) - A$3
• Marvel's Midnight Suns (-85%) - A$14
• Superhot (-70%) - A$11
• Planet Zoo (-75%) - A$17

Or just get a Steam Wallet Card

Laptop Deals

• Apple 2024 MacBook Air 15-inch (-12%) – A$2,197
• Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (-36%) - A$879
• Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen7 (-27%) - A$1,018

Desktop Deals

• HP OMEN 35L Gaming (-10%) – A$2,799
• Lenovo ThinkCentre neo Ultra (-25%) - A$2,249
• Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q (-35%) – A$629

Monitor Deals

• LG 24MR400-B, 24" (-30%) - A$97
• Z-Edge 27" 240Hz (-15%) - A$279
• Samsung 57" Odyssey Neo Curved (-22%) – A$2,499

Component Deals

• MSI PRO B650M-A WiFi Motherboard (-41%) – A$229
• AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (-7%) – A$876
• Corsair Vengeance 32GB (-35%) – A$82
• Kingston FURY Beast 16GB (-30%) – A$48

Storage Deals

• Seagate One Touch Portable HDD (-24%) – A$228
• Kingston 1TB USB 3.2 SSD (-17%) – A$115
• SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO (-63%) – A$29
• SanDisk 32GB Ultra SDHC (-53%) – A$9.90

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Legit LEGO Deals

• Botanicals Daffodils (-48%) - A$12
• Disney Celebration Train (-47%) - A$32
• Wicked Shiz University (-42%) - A$29
• TIE Fighter & X-Wing (-40%) - A$107

Expiring Recent Deals

• Boba Fett’s Throne Room (-55%) - A$72
• Friends Advent Calendar (-62%) - A$24
• Marvel: Red Hulk Battle (-34%) - A$59
• City: Doughnut Truck Toy (-33%) - A$20

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Hot Headphones Deals

Audiophilia for less

• Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro (-49%) – A$179
• Sony WH-CH520 Wireless (-27%) - A$73
• SoundPEATS Space (-25%) - A$56.99
• Technics Premium (-36%) - A$349

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Terrific TV Deals

Do right by your console, upgrade your telly

• Samsung S95D 77" OLED 4K (-19%) - A$6,499
• LG 43" UT80 4K (-23%) - A$693
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Need some free goodies to help brave the horrors lurking throughout DOORS? We’ve got your back. Below, you’ll find all the DOORS codes currently available in Roblox's popular horror game in April 2025, so you can boost your chances of survival without breaking the bank.

Active DOORS Codes (April 2025)

Here are all of the currently active and working DOORS codes for April 2025:

• SIX2025 - 100 Knobs, 1 Revive
• SCREECHSUCKS - 25 Doorknobs

Expired DOORS Codes

Below, you'll find a list of DOORS codes that are expired and no longer work as of April 2025:

• 5B
• THEHUNT
• 4B

How to Redeem DOORS Codes

To redeem DOORS codes, boot up the game and, once you’re in, follow the steps below:

1. Look at the row of icons on the left-hand side of the screen. You’ll see five icons.
2. Click on the shopping cart icon to access the shop tab.
3. At the top of the tab, you’ll see the codes bar. Input your code here, being careful to make sure it’s in the right case and spelt correctly.
4. Click the tick icon and you should see the resources you unlock appear at the bottom of the screen.

Why Isn’t My DOORS Code Working?

If your DOORS code isn’t working, it’s likely due to one of two scenarios. The first is that the code was inputted incorrectly. Make sure you have the code inputted exactly as it is in the Active Codes section above. You can even copy and paste codes directly from this article over to Roblox if you want to make sure you’re inputting them correctly.

The other possibility is the code has expired or you’ve already used it. If you’ve used it, you’ll get a message below the bar reminding you the inputted code has already been redeemed. If you’ve inputted it and it doesn’t recognise the code at all, it likely means it's no longer available to use and is expired.

How to Get More DOORS Codes

If you’re looking to scout out some DOORS codes yourself, the easiest way is through the game’s official Discord. After joining, you’ll be able to hop into the doors-announcements channel to find all the latest codes as they drop.

You can also follow the game’s official X channel, where you’ll sometimes get new code drops straight from the creators.

What is DOORS in Roblox?

DOORS is a cooperative survival horror game where you’re tasked with entering haunted buildings and progressing as far as possible. Along the way, you’ll go head-to-head with a series of supernatural threats, working with your teammates to proceed past them unscathed while banking treasure and other loot. The goal is to make it as far as possible while collecting cash and door knobs to make your next run easier. So, how long can you survive?

Callum Williams is an IGN freelancer covering features and guides. When he's away from his desk, you can usually find him obsessing over the lore of the latest obscure indie horror game or bashing his head against a boss in the newest soulslike. You can catch him over on Twitter at @CaIIumWilliams.

If you're looking for Blox Fruits codes, IGN has what you need! In this article, you'll find all the latest and working Blox Fruits codes in April 2025 that you can redeem for free rewards and bonuses, including 2x EXP for a set time, a title, and stat resets.

Active Blox Fruits Codes (April 2025)

Below, you'll find all the active and working Blox Fruits codes in April 2025 and the rewards you get for redeeming them:

• KITT_RESET: 1x Stat Refund
• Sub2UncleKizaru: 1x Stat Refund
• SUB2GAMERROBOT_RESET1: 1x Stat Refund
• fudd10_v2: $2
• Fudd10: $1
• Bignews: "Big News" in-game title (speak to The Title Specialist under the Cafe in the Second Sea)
• SUB2GAMERROBOT_EXP1: 2x EXP for 30 minutes
• Sub2Fer999: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• TantaiGaming: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• kittgaming: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• Enyu_is_Pro: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• Sub2CaptainMaui: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• Magicbus: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• Sub2OfficialNoobie: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• TheGreatAce: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• JCWK: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• Bluxxy: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• Axiore: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• Starcodeheo: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• StrawHatMaine: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• Sub2Daigrock: 2x EXP for 20 minutes
• Sub2NoobMaster123: 2x EXP for 15 minutes

Expired Blox Fruits Codes

Here are all the expired Blox Fruits codes that are no longer working in April 2025 and can no longer be redeemed:

• ADMINFIGHT
• BANEXPLOIT
• NOMOREHACK
• FIGHT4FRUIT
• WildDares
• BossBuild
• GetPranked
• EARN_FRUITS
• NOEXPLOITER
• DEVSCOOKING
• REWARDFUN
• ADMIN_STRENGTH
• THIRDSEA
• JULYUPDATE_RESET

How to Redeem Blox Fruits Codes in Roblox

To redeem Blox Fruits codes and get free rewards in Roblox, follow the steps below:

1. Open the Blox Fruits Roblox experience.
2. Click on the blue gift icon on the left-hand side above the Compass to open the Reward Codes menu.
3. Enter the code in the "Enter code here" box.
4. Double check it's inputted correctly and then click "Redeem!" to redeem the code.

Why Isn't My Blox Fruits Code Working?

If the Blox Fruits code you're trying to input isn't working, it's likely due to one of two potential reasons:

• There's a typo in the Blox Fruits code.
• The Blox Fruits code is expired.

When entering a code into Blox Fruits, ensure it's spelled correctly (for example, capital O and not 0 and vice versa) and that there are no accidental spaces before or after the code. The best way to ensure there are no errors is to copy and paste directly from our article.

If the code still isn't working, then it is probably expired and no longer working.

How to Get More Blox Fruits Codes in Roblox

The best way to get more Blox Fruits codes is to join the Roblox experience's Discord server. While we do check for new codes and update this article regularly, joining the Blox Fruits Discord ensures you'll be notified in real time whenever there's a new one for you to redeem. Additionally, new codes are often posted to the Blox Fruits YouTube channel by the developer.

What is Blox Fruits in Roblox?

Blox Fruits is a Roblox experience inspired by the popular pirate anime One Piece, and is available on PC, console, and mobile devices. In it, you sail the seas as either a Marine or a Pirate to undertake various quests and find Blox Fruits that give you supernatural powers.

Meg Koepp is a Guides Editor on the IGN Guides team, with a focus on trends. When she's not working, you can find her adventuring around Eorzea in Final Fantasy XIV or making miniatures.

You’ve seen one medical drama, you’ve seen them all, right? Conventionally attractive actors in scrubs and labcoats, tensions (romantic and otherwise) brewing among the staff, mysterious maladies diagnosed and/or cured before the credits roll. And while many of these qualities could be attributed to Max’s The Pitt, they shouldn’t overshadow this fact: The Pitt is easily the best new show of 2025, medical or otherwise. With expert pacing and gripping stories, it’s difficult to watch only one episode in a single sitting – all the more so now that all 15 episodes of its first season are streaming.

Familiar though it might seem – didn’t Noah Wyle, who stars as Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch, already play an emergency-room doctor for more than a decade on ER? – The Pitt grows into something unique and confident over its first season. When it’s really cooking, it feels like someone discovering the secret to how they used to make TV: big episode counts, minimalist direction, cases of the week intertwining with personal arcs. It’s so much more than the sum of its many great parts, thanks to a wealth of talent and experience behind the scenes and in front of the camera.

The shadow of ER looms large over The Pitt and not just because of its lead actor – who, it deserves to be said, is good throughout season 1 – and where it takes place: The creative team includes both John Wells and R. Scott Gemmill, former writers on the long-running NBC drama. But this isn’t just Wells and Gemmill reheating Must See TV leftovers – their work here differentiates itself in a couple of important ways. For one, once we enter the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Hospital’s emergency department (a.k.a. The Pitt – though the administration wishes you’d stop calling it that) with Robby in the series premiere, we hardly ever leave. But more crucial is The Pitt’s structure, each of its episodes depicting one hour of a 15-hour shift in the most stressful section of a teaching hospital.

That single-location conceit proves to be something of a secret weapon. Not only does it provide the expected tension of a workplace where the stakes are always life-or-death, but it allows for the writers to return to storylines that might otherwise be relegated to a single episode. Because we’re watching a day in the life of the hospital spread across a full season à la 24, we can anticipate checking back in with characters as the clock ticks on. It means that we get to see a patient’s frustration with waiting-room times build across several episodes, or watch an ambulance get stolen while characters including PTMH’s security guards and social worker place bets on the outcome. The attachments we form to these patients and the wonderful performances behind them lead to some wonderfully emotional moments both high and low. Yet no matter how tragic the circumstances, The Pitt always manages to stay just on the right side of maudlin, allowing for grand sentiment that never overwhelms the scene or gets defused by a misplaced joke.

While Robby is the ostensible main character (the one on all the posters, and the one with the most screen time due to his status as senior attending physician) he’s also merely a player in the grand ensemble of the ward. There are a lot of characters to keep track of, and that’s where one of The Pitt’s savvy uses of tried-and-true TV methods helps out: We’re meeting Robby and his colleagues alongside a fresh crop of interns and residents on the first day of their ER rotation. Those fresh faces are then mixed and matched with the more seasoned physicians throughout the premiere and the 14 episodes that follow. The writing of these characters is preternaturally assured – so good at establishing who someone is and what makes them tick that when a whole other staff is dropped on us towards the end of the season, it feels like we’ve known them for years already.

In perhaps the greatest coup of all, there’s not a bad character in the bunch. Whether it’s the beloved Dr. Mel King (Taylor Dearden), the wide-eyed wunderkind Victoria Javadi (Shabana Azeez), eternally suffering Dr. Dennis Whitaker (Gerran Howell), or the dreaded/ever controversial Dr. Trinity Santos (Isa Briones), they instantly make their marks and become more compelling the more time we spend with them and their supervisors. (And because this entire, one-of-a-kind cast deserves their props, let’s not forget to recognize the excellent work of Patrick Ball as Gregory House-esque Dr. Frank Langdon, Supriya Ganesh as “Slo-Mo” Dr. Samira Mohan, and Katherine LaNasa as charge nurse extraordinaire Dana Evans.)

Within the cramped quarters of The Pitt’s primary set, the actors are carefully and thoughtfully blocked. You might clock one of the leads working unobtrusively in the shot with their back to the camera or attending to some business as they cross in front of an ongoing conversation – action that isn’t important, per se, but is true to what their character might be doing at that point in their shift. It’s part of the show’s clean and understated direction, like its habit of smoothly following a character as they move from one scene to the next or shifting the camera’s focus from an actor in the foreground to another in the background when transitioning between storylines.

And oh, what storylines there are. It can sometimes feel like a lot of monumental stuff has happened to these people in the span of just one day. But rather than amping it up with melodramatic twists, The Pitt leans hard into realism, both in the medical details and in the harsh life of the hospital. Thanks to the relatively lax content restrictions of streaming, that means some extensively gnarly gore; the term “degloved” is said within the first few minutes of episode 1 – and yes, we see what’s been degloved, in excruciating detail. Everyone also gets to swear a lot, too, and you'll be surprised how much of a difference that makes.

There’s an elegance to the way the camera floats around the ER, working in concert with subtle editing that maintains momentum as The Pitt segues from high-intensity surgery to the relative peace of the nurses station (complete with a Greek chorus of sorts). There’s obvious technique on display, even if it’s foregoing the recent TV craze for flashy, single-take scenes and episodes. The look of The Pitt feels distinctive down to the way the set is lit: all bright lights and blanched colorings that nonetheless avoid coming across as sterile or flat.

This is a show with a lot on its mind, particularly the decaying state of American healthcare. COVID rears its head, but season 1 drills deeper into the wide range of treatments the overworked and underpaid PTMH staff are tasked with carrying out, regardless of whether they’re equipped to handle them. It also feels no obligation to depict them as strictly heroic, finding interesting shades of gray in the biases they show towards patients and occasionally each other. At its worst, these can feel like teachable moments from a “very special episode,” as when Dr. Heather Collins (Tracy Ifeachor) gently confronts Dr. Cassie McKay (Fiona Dourif) about potentially misdiagnosing a patient due to her weight. But that’s a rarity, and more feature than bug, and as much as such moments stand out from the rest of season 1, they usually come across as passionate rather than preachy. Besides, there’s never really enough time to fully linger on such conversations (even more dramatic personal ones) before the next disaster is wheeled in.

More than anything, the joy of The Pitt is in seeing the work of people who know what they’re doing – both on-screen and off. It makes you cheer when someone accomplishes a particularly tricky procedure or makes a breakthrough on a mystery. It’s also what you get when you have TV veterans who know the medium inside and out and aren’t afraid to use that knowledge in service of some fresh and exciting ideas.

Looking for a big boost of Ichor to bolster your squad of Toons in Dandy’s World? We’ve got some redeemable codes that will load your wallet up with a ton of free cash. Below, you’ll find a list of all the currently active Dancy's World codes so you can get your hands on more Ichor and start buying some brand-new toons.

Working Dandy's World Codes (April 2025)

Below, you'll find a list of the active and working Dandy's World codes for April 2025:

• ICHOR - 50 Ichor

Expired Dandy's World Codes

The following Dandy's World codes are expired and no longer work as of April 2025:

• FESTIVEGIFT
• 300K
• 1BILLION
• SKINTICKET
• 2HUNDREDMILLION

How to Redeem Dandy's World Codes

To redeem Dandy's World codes, boot up the game and, once you’re in, follow the steps below:

1. Look at the tabs on the left-hand side of the screen. You’ll see icons for five tabs.
2. Click on the tab that reads "Use Code" to access the codes bar.
3. Input your code in this bar, being careful to make sure it’s in the right case and spelt correctly.
4. Click the use button and you should see the resources you unlock appear at the bottom of the screen.

Why Isn’t My Dandy's World Code Working?

If your Dandy's World code isn’t working, it’s likely due to one of two scenarios. The first is that the code was inputted incorrectly. Make sure you have the code inputted exactly as it is in the Active Codes section above. You can even copy and paste codes directly from this article over to Roblox if you want to make sure you’re inputting them correctly.

The other possibility is the code has expired or you’ve already used it. If you’ve used it, you’ll get a message below the bar reminding you the inputted code has already been redeemed. If you’ve inputted it and it doesn’t recognise the code at all, it likely means it's no longer available to use and is expired.

How to Get More Dandy's World Codes

If you’re looking to scout out some Dandy's World codes yourself, the easiest way is through the game’s official Discord. After joining, you’ll be able to hop into the Announcements channel to find all the latest codes as they drop.

What is Dandy's World in Roblox?

Dandy's World is a mascot horror survival game in the same vein of spooky hits like Five Nights at Freddy's or Poppy Playtime. The major difference is Dandy's World is multiplayer, meaning you and up to seven other friends can jump in, pick a toon with unique abilities and perks to play as, and attempt to survive as long as possible while evading the game's endless supply of terrifying monsters. The longer you survive, the more Ichor you gather, allowing you to buy new toons to help you push further into the nightmare and get the drop on your foes.

After a century of being sidelined, a long-awaited stunt design category is finally being added the Oscars.

The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has today confirmed that an Academy Award for achievement in stunt design will officially begin being awarded from the 2028 Oscars. The news comes via The Academy’s social media, where the announcement was accompanied by images of 2022’s Everything Everywhere All at Once and RRR, and 2011’s Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol.

Unfortunately for that trio of films, the first movies eligible for this new award will be those released during 2027.

The 2028 Oscars will mark the 100th Academy Awards.

“Since the early days of cinema, stunt design has been an integral part of filmmaking,” said Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang in a joint statement published in conjunction with this announcement. “We are proud to honor the innovative work of these technical and creative artists, and we congratulate them for their commitment and dedication in reaching this momentous occasion.”

Further specifics and the new category’s rules will be communicated in 2027.

The arrival of an Oscar for stunt design marks a significant victory in an extremely long and hard-fought battle for recognition for stunt work in film.

“Stunts are essential to every genre of film and rooted deep in our industry’s history – from the groundbreaking work of early pioneers like Buster Keaton, Harold Lloyd, and Charlie Chaplin, to the inspiring artistry of today’s stunt designers, coordinators, performers, and choreographers,” said director and producer David Leitch in a statement provided to IGN.

Leitch (John Wick, The Fall Guy, Bullet Train) has been championing the introduction of an Oscar for stunts for some time, making a host of previous presentations to the Academy with the assistance of stunt coordinator and designer Chris O’Hara of Stunts Unlimited, ahead of today's long-awaited approval.

“This has been a long journey for so many of us. Chris O’Hara and I have spent years working to bring this moment to life, standing on the shoulders of the stunt professionals who’ve fought tirelessly for recognition over the decades. We are incredibly grateful. Thank you, Academy.”

New categories for the Oscars are voted upon during just a single occasion annually. Previously, a category for stunt coordination was proposed every year from 1991 to 2012, but it was never successful.

The last new award category created for the Oscars was Achievement in Casting, which was approved last year and will commence with the 98th Academy Awards for films released in 2025.

Luke is a Senior Editor on the IGN reviews team. You can track him down on Bluesky @mrlukereilly to ask him things about stuff.

Looking to snag some free resources in Fisch? We've put together a list of all of currently active and working Fisch codes, so you can get your hands on a host of rewards and goodies in the Roblox fishing simulator without having to spend a penny.

Working Fisch Codes (April 2025)

Below, you'll find all of the currently active and working Fisch codes in April 2025 that you can reedeem for free rewards:

• SorryReward - C$1,500, 5x or 10x Golden Tentacle (NEW)
• THEKRAKEN - C$2,500, Sunken Ship Bobber
• CARBON - Carbon Bopper
• SORRYGUYS - 2x Kraken Tentacles, C$1,000
• ATLANTEANSTORM - 2x Hangman's Hook, C$1,000
• GOLDENTIDE - x3 Instant Catcher, C$2,000
• NewYear - 2 Holly Berry, 2 Peppermint Worm. C$1,000
• NorthernExpedition - 2x Holly Berry, 3x Peppermint Worm, $1,000
• RFG - 3x Instant Catcher, C$2,500

Expired Fisch Codes

The following Fisch codes have expired and can no longer be redeemed as of April 2025:

• GOODBYEFISCHMAS
• 1BVisits
• FISCHMASDAY
• MERRYFISCHMAS
• ThankYouFollowers3
• ThankYouFollowers2
• Advent
• Prehistoric
• AncientIsle
• ThankYouFollowers
• TheDepths

How to Redeem Fisch Codes

To redeem Fisch codes, boot up the Roblox Experience and, once you’re in, follow the steps below:

1. Look at the top of the screen. You'll see a button labelled "Menu".
2. Click the button to open the menu screen, then scroll down to the bottom of the menu tab.
3. At the very bottom, you'll see the codes bar. Input your code into this bar and then press the ENTER key to redeem it.

Why Isn't My Fisch Code Working?

If your Fisch code isn’t working, it’s likely due to one of two scenarios. The first is that the Fisch code was inputted incorrectly. Check the spelling and that the case is correct, then redeem again. You can even copy and paste the codes directly from this article over to Roblox if you want to make sure you’re inputting them correctly.

The other possibility is the code has expired or you’ve already used it. In this scenario, you should see an error message pop up below the code bar informing you that the code has already been used or is invalid.

How to Get More Fisch Codes

The best way to get more Fisch codes is by joining the Fisch Discord server. However, it's worth noting the server can be difficult to join considering it's frequently full, with a whopping 500,000 members. If you do run into that issue, keep checking back every few days until you're provided access. Luckily, the team also posts Fisch codes over on X, so even if you can't join the server, it's worth checking the Fisch X account to see if you can find some there.

If you're looking for Blue Lock: Rivals codes, IGN has you covered! In this article, you'll find the latest active and working codes in April 2025, which you can redeem for free rewards in the Roblox Experience, including Spins, Cash Boosts, Cash, and more.

Working Blue Lock: Rivals Codes (April 2025)

Below, you'll find a list of active and working Blue Lock: Rivals codes that you can redeem for free rewards in April 2025:

• KING1.5M - 10x Lucky Spins, 10x Flow Spins (NEW)
• KINGREWORK - 5x Lucky Spins (NEW)
• GOALRUSH - 5x Flow Spins (NEW)
• KAISER2M - 9x Lucky Spins, 9x Lucky Flow

All Expired Blue Lock: Rivals Codes

The following Blue Lock: Rivals codes no longer work and can't be redeemed anymore as of April 2025:

• LUCKYCODE10
• KaiserFIX
• MIRO1MCCU
• KAISERSOON
• SHARKBOY
• NELISAGI
• SORRYDELAYGGS
• KURONATOMORROW
• KURONANOW
• FINE1M
• CHROLLOCAREPACKAGE
• CHROLLO4AM
• SORRY4DELAY
• 100KCHRO
• 10KDEVS
• 1BVISITS
• DONLORENZO
• 300KCHROLLO
• 1MEVENT
• 20KCHANNEL
• 40KCHANNEL
• CHROLLO100K
• 40KAGAIN
• THECODE
• 40KKUNIGAMI
• 200KSUB
• KUNIGAMIUPD
• THX40KAGAIN
• KARASU
• 200KSUB
• THX40KLIKES
• 50KTATLIS
• MONST3R
• THX30KLIKES
• DRAGON
• 60KFOLLOWERS
• 30KLIKES
• 20KLIKESPT2
• TRAILER20K
• THANKYOU
• 300KREO
• 35KCHROLLO
• 5KVID
• 20KCHROLLO
• 5KTATLIS
• MRSPAX
• CHRISTMAS
• HOORAY
• 1MLIKES
• AIKU
• 700KLIKES
• 400KLIKES
• 300KLIKES
• 250KLIKES
• 200CRAZY
• 150KWOW
• 100KLIKES
• 70KLIKES
• 600KCRAZY
• GAGAMARU
• THANKSGIVING
• 40KLIKES
• 6KLIKES
• 3KLIKES
• 1KLIKES
• FORGIVEME
• RELEASED

How to Redeem Blue Lock: Rivals Codes

Follow the steps below to redeem Blue Lock: Rivals codes and claim your free rewards:

1. Join the official Blue Lock: Rivals Roblox Community and "Like" the game on the official BLR game page. You cannot redeem codes without doing so first.
2. Reach level 10 in Blue Lock: Rivals.
3. Once you're at level 10, click on the blue CODES icon at the bottom of the screen to open the Codes menu.
4. Enter your code into the "ENTER CODE..." field.
5. Double-check it's inputted correctly and click the REDEEM button.

Why Isn't My Blue Lock: Rivals Code Working?

If your Blue Lock: Rivals code isn't working in Roblox, it's likely down to one of the three following reasons:

• The Blue Lock: Rivals code is expired and no longer able to be redeemed.
• There's a typo in the code.
• You're not the required level to redeem the code. You need to be level 10.

When inputting a Blue Lock: Rivals code into Roblox, make sure it's spelled correctly and that there are no accidental spaces either before or after the code. All the codes on this page have been tested by us and work at the time of submission, so we'd recommend copying and pasting codes directly from this article rather than typing them out yourself to avoid any errors.

Some codes require you to be at level 10 to be able to redeem it. If the code still doesn't work, it's more than likely expired and can no longer be redeemed.

How to Get More Blue Lock: Rivals Codes

The best way to get more Blue Lock: Rivals codes is to join the Blue Lock: Rivals Discord server. This way, you can set up notifications to be notified if new codes drop. Some codes are also released in the Blue Lock: Rivals Roblox Community, so make sure to check there periodically.

Additionally, we check for new Blue Lock: Rivals codes daily, so make sure to bookmark this article for the latest new codes for free rewards.

Need some extra units to help vanquish the nightmares lurking in Five Nights TD? We've rounded up all of the Roblox strategy game's active codes, so you can earn some tokens, souls, and other useful goodies.

Active Five Nights TD Codes (April 2025)

Below, you'll find all of the currently active and working Five Nights TD codes that you can redeem for free rewards in April 2025:

• UPDATE42 - 2000 Space Tokens (NEW)
• APRILFOOLS - 2000 Tokens (NEW)
• BEAR5 - 15 Souls (NEW)
• SPACEENDLESS - 15 Souls (NEW)
• SPACEAPEX - 3000 space tokens (NEW)
• NEBULA - 2,000 Space Tokens
• FREDDYINSPACE - 15 Souls
• ALIENHELPY - 15 Souls
• SEASON7 - 1x Exclusive Pack 7
• RUIN - 30 Souls
• PIRATEFOXY - 15 Souls
• SECURITYBREACH - 1x Exclusive Pack 7
• FIVENIGHTSTD - 1,000 Tokens

Expired Five Nights TD Codes

Below, you'll find a list of expired Five Nights TD codes that can no longer be redeemed as of April 2025:

• UPDATE41
• UPDATE40
• AUCTIONS
• PLAZAREVAMP
• GREEKENDLESS
• OLYMPUS
• FOXSEIDON
• ZEUSFREDEUS
• GLAMROCK
• SEASON6
• TITLES
• VALENTINE
• UNITMANAGER
• UPDATE35
• UPDATE34
• ARG2
• UPDATE33
• CHRISTMAS
• SANTASHOP
• GOLIATHEVO
• NEWQUESTS
• UPDATE32
• UPDATE30
• ENDLESS7
• HAPPYNEWYEAR
• UPDATE29
• PIZZASIM
• SEASON5
• CHRISTMASENDLESS
• UPDATE28
• UPDATE27
• CALENDER
• GIFT
• UPDATE26
• RANKED2V2
• 470MVISITS
• STEAMPUNKENDLESS
• STEAMPUNK
• UPDATE25
• RANKED
• VERSUS
• UPDATE24
• KRONOS
• UPDATE23
• NEWLOBBY
• SPROCKET
• POTIONS

How to Redeem Five Nights TD Codes

Below, you'll find all of the currently active and working Five Nights TD codes

To redeem Five Nights TD codes, boot up the Roblox Experience and, once you’re in, follow the steps below:

1. Look at the icons running along the bottom of the screen. You’ll see three icons.
2. Click the gear icon to access the settings menu.
3. Scroll to the bottom of this menu and you'll see a codes bar. Input your code here, being careful to make sure it’s in the right case and spelt correctly.
4. Hit GO and your chosen code will be redeemed.

Why Isn’t My Five Nights TD Code Working?

If your Five Nights TD code isn’t working, it’s likely due to one of two scenarios. The first is that the code was inputted incorrectly. Make sure you have the code inputted exactly as it is in the Active Codes section above. You can even copy and paste codes directly from this article over to Roblox if you want to make sure you’re inputting them correctly.

The other possibility is the code has expired or you’ve already used it. If you’ve used it, you’ll get a message inside the code bar reminding you that the inputted code has already been redeemed. If you’ve inputted it and it doesn’t recognise the code at all, it likely means it's no longer available to use and is expired.

How to Get More Five Nights TD Codes

If you’re looking to scout out some Five Nights TD codes yourself, you should go ahead and join the game's Discord server. Once you're in, you'll find a channel titled "codes". The devs will post new codes in here as they add them, so keep an eye on it for the latest codes as they drop.

What is Five Nights TD in Roblox?

Five Nights TD is a tower defense game based on the Five Nights at Freddy's franchise. Like most tower defense games, the idea is to engage in strategic battles where iconic FNAF animatronics attack your home base. To defeat them, you need to place units to stop them in their tracks, tactically assigning familiar faces like Freddy, Chica, Bonnie, and more to quell the oncoming waves of robotic enemies.

Along the way, you'll purchase new units, take on tougher difficulty levels, and face bosses, with the game pitting you against some of the franchise's most notorious antagonists.

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After some bonus goodies to kit out your monsters in Creatures of Sonaria? We've got you covered. Below, you'll find all of the active codes in Roblox's kaiju survival game, allowing you to redeem plushies and other rewards.

Working Creatures of Sonaria Codes (April 2025)

Currently, there are no active Creatures of Sonaria codes in April 2025. As soon as that changes, we’ll update this page, so check back soon for updates.

Expired Creatures of Sonaria Codes

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How to Redeem Creatures of Sonaria Codes

To redeem Creatures of Sonaria codes, launch the Roblox Experience and, once you’re in, follow the steps below:

1. Head to the main menu and look in the bottom left-hand corner of the screen. Below the slot box, you'll see two gift icons.
2. Click the blue gift icon on the left to pull up the codes bar.
3. Type your code into the code bar, being careful to make sure it’s in the right case and spelt correctly.
4. Hit Redeem and your rewards will be added to your account.

Why Isn't My Creatures of Sonaria Code Working?

If your Creatures of Sonaria code isn’t working, it’s likely due to one of two scenarios. The first is that the code was inputted incorrectly. Creatures of Sonaria codes can either be in lower case or upper case, so make sure you have the code inputted correctly before you hit redeem. You can even copy and paste the codes directly from this article over to Roblox if you want to make sure you’re inputting them correctly.

The other possibility is the code has expired or you’ve already used it. If you’ve already used it, you’ll get a message below the bar reminding you the inputted code has already been redeemed. If you’ve inputted your code and the message says it's expired, it means the code's no longer available to use.

How to Get More Creatures of Sonaria Codes

If you’re looking to scout out some extra Creatures of Sonaria Codes, you should check out the game's official Discord server. The devs frequently post the latest news and updates in the server's announcements channel, including when they add redeemable codes.

You can also follow Sonar Studios on X, where they usually post when major codes go live.

What is Creatures of Sonaria in Roblox?

Creatures of Sonaria is a survival game with a unique twist. Instead of playing a human enduring a hostile world, you start off as a weak monster that must scavenge for food and water while avoiding threats. As you start to acclimatize to your harsh habitat, you age up, becoming more powerful and capable of taking on tougher hazards, as you hunt other monsters, survive deadly weather events, and more.

Featuring a wide range of creatures you can control and collect, cooperative play with friends online, and a large open-world to explore, Creatures of Sonaria is a sprawling experience that will test whether you truly have what it takes to survive.

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From becoming a staple name in the 3D platformer genre with Crash Bandicoot to creating one of the most beloved stories in video games with The Last of Us, Naughty Dog is without question one of the biggest and most respected names in game development. Jumping from genre to genre with each major franchise it creates, the team’s now-iconic paw print logo has become synonymous with huge productions, heart-wrenching storytelling, and characters that transcend the medium.

Naughty Dog’s rise from the home of colorful, light-hearted platforming to the go-to studio for gripping, mature storytelling has been lined with nearly two dozen games, ranging from fantasy RPGs to educational math games. So, let’s run through every title Naughty Dog has released through 2025.

How Many Naughty Dog Games Are There?

In total, there are 23 Naughty Dog games, with its first hitting shelves in 1985 and its most recent launching in 2022. The list below includes all game releases, standalone expansions, and remakes. Remasters, including the recent Last of Us Part 2 Remaster, and DLC are not included.

All Naughty Dog Games in Order

1. Math Jam - 1985

The project that paved the way for the Naughty Dog we know today, Math Jam was a collaborative project between both of the studio’s founders: Jason Rubin and Andy Gavin. Developed for the Apple II under the studio name JAM, Math Jam was self-published by the duo while they were still in high school.

It taught basic arithmetic and was purely educational. However, both Rubin and Gavin decided their next game was going to move away from teaching and venture fully into the recreational side of video games…

2. Ski Crazed - 1986

Rubin and Gavin’s second game, Ski Crazed, launched in 1986 when they were just 16 years old. Also released for the Apple II, it saw players launch their avatars down various ski slopes while avoiding hazardous obstacles and attempting to rack up high scores.

3. Dream Zone - 1987

Rubin and Gavin’s third game hit shelves in 1987 and saw the duo take on the point-and-click adventure genre. Titled Dream Zone, it sees players travel to a satirical fantasy realm based inside the protagonist’s dreams, where they must deal with the land’s range of eccentric imaginary inhabitants en route to escape.

4. Keef the Thief - 1989

Officially donning the Naughty Dog moniker for the first time and partnering with EA, Rubin and Gavin’s fourth project was another comedic point-and-click adventure game, this time titled Keef the Thief. Much as the title suggests, the main premise was to steal items, with Keef exploring a large city and its surrounding wilderness while interacting with NPCs.

5. Rings of Power - 1991

Two years after Keef the Thief, Naughty Dog partnered with EA once again to release Rings of Power on the SEGA Genesis. Putting players in the shoes of a sorcerer called Buc, the game was an isometric RPG set in the fantasy realm of Ushka Bau, where a magical staff shattered into eleven pieces that the player must seek out and collect. Along the way, they meet and recruit a party, leading to a final with a malevolent demon named Void.

6. Way of the Warrior - 1994

Taking a swing at the fighting genre, Naughty Dog’s sixth project was Way of the Warrior for the 3DO. The game had players pick a fighter and battle their way through a hellacious tournament, defeating their rivals and spreading their legend throughout the annals of history.

7. Crash Bandicoot - 1996

Naughty Dog’s first breakout success, Crash Bandicoot was the company’s seventh game and their first on a PlayStation console. It stars the titular Crash Bandicoot, a mutated science experiment that escapes the laboratory of his creator, the villainous Doctor Neo Cortex.

A colorful 3D mascot platformer that tasks players with conquering short but challenging stages and defeating Cortex’s band of mutated animal henchmen, the game sees Crash jump, slide, and spin his way through a zany world full of danger. It was a huge success for Naughty Dog and Sony, spawning a major franchise that’s still active to this day.

8. Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back - 1997

The second game in the Crash Bandicoot franchise, Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back picks up a year after its predecessor, with Crash once again having to stop Neo Cortex’s villainous plans. This time around, Crash is searching for a series of magical crystals that Cortex needs to build his new outer-space Cortex Vortex vessel. Cortex Strikes Back is set over 25 stages, with each level featuring fresh mechanics, hazards, enemies, and bosses.

9. Crash Bandicoot 3: Warped - 1998

The third and final entry in Naughty Dog’s Crash Bandicoot trilogy, Crash Bandicoot: Warped is set directly after the events of Cortex Strikes Back, with Neo Cortex’s space station crashing into the Earth and giving rise to a malevolent new threat: Aku Aku’s evil brother, Uka Uka. To combat this new foe, Crash and his younger sister, Coco, travel through time, finding crystals to prevent Cortex and Uka Uka from executing their evil plans.

Much like Cortex Strikes Back, Warped includes 25 new levels as well as a host of additional hazards to overcome, enemies to conquer, and mechanics to learn. It also welcomes a brand new playable protagonist, with players able to step into the shoes of Coco.

10. Crash Team Racing - 1999

A spin-off of the mainline Crash Bandicoot series, Crash Team Racing transports the character to the world of arcade racing. You take the wheel as iconic Crash Bandicoot characters – Crash, Cortex, Coco, Doctor N.Gin, and others – and race across a selection of hazardous courses in an effort to win races in single- and multiplayer modes.

11. Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy - 2001

Leaving Crash Bandicoot behind, Naughty Dog moved on to a new 3D mascot platformer franchise in 2001 with Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy. Following titular best friends Jak and Daxter, the game sees the pair embark on a journey to transform Daxter back into a human after he’s submerged in a mysterious substance known as dark eco and changed into an otter-weasel hybrid.

Along the way, the pair become embroiled in a plot to save the world, with the villainous Gol and Maia hatching a plan to use dark eco to alter the realm. Unlike Crash Bandicoot’s strictly linear levels, Jak and Daxter offers players large worlds to explore, with each map containing a variety of Precursor Orbs they can collect in any order to progress.

12. Jak 2 - 2003

Ditching both Daxter’s name from the title and the quirky, upbeat tone, Jak 2 is a much darker reinvention of Jak and Daxter’s world. Taking place after the conclusion of the first game, it sees Jak and Daxter unwillingly flung into the far future, where they arrive in a dystopian metropolis known as Haven City. After their arrival, Jak is arrested and subjected to harrowing experiments for two years, awakening a sinister monster inside of him known as Dark Jak.

Daxter eventually rescues Jak, setting the pair off on a new adventure across Haven City, where they join forces with a local rebel militia attempting to overthrow the futuristic metropolis’ corrupt leader, Baron Praxis. Alongside switching the fantasy setting out for a futuristic sci-fi aesthetic, Jak 2 made several gameplay changes, adding guns, flying cars, and the ability to transform into Dark Jak.

13. Jak 3 - 2004

Capping off the Jak and Daxter trilogy, Jak 3 opens with its lead duo being dumped in The Wasteland beyond the walls of Haven City. Banished from their home and left to die, they take refuge in the city of Spargus hidden deep within the desert. As the pair begin to earn their keep, they learn about sinister plans unfolding in Haven City, beginning an adventure to save their home.

Jak 3 layers several new features on top of Jak 2’s gameplay, including additional vehicles to traverse the desert, new light eco powers, and a range of fresh weapons.

14. Jak X: Combat Racing - 2005

Much like Crash Team Racing, Naughty Dog decided to follow up its work on the Jak and Daxter trilogy by releasing an arcade racer tie-in. Jak X: Combat Racing is exactly what it says on the tin: You play as Jak, or one of his closest allies or enemies, and race across a series of tracks in single- or multiplayer.

15. Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune - 2007

Naughty Dog’s first foray onto the PlayStation 3 and one of its most seminal releases, Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune was a major shift in tone for the company. Moving away from cartoon mascot platformers, Naughty Dog began to focus on cinematic blockbusters, telling the story of an Indiana Jones-esque treasure hunter named Nathan Drake.

Hunting for the lost city of El Dorado in the depths of the Amazon rainforest, Drake battles against pirates and other enemies while following in the footsteps of his ancestor, Sir Francis Drake. A third-person, cover-based shooter with platforming elements, Uncharted not only paved the way for one of gaming’s biggest modern franchises but also influenced Naughty Dog’s transformation into a studio synonymous with highly produced video game storytelling.

16. Uncharted 2: Among Thieves - 2009

A sequel released two years later, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves sees Nathan Drake return to hunt for the lost city of Shambhala in the Hymalian mountains. Betrayed by an old friend during a heist, Drake teams up with Sully and newcomer Chloe to track down the Cintamani Stone, hoping to prevent war criminal Zoran Lazarevic and his private militia from accessing Shambhala.

Along the way, players are met with a healthy dose of third-person cover-based combat and platforming, as well as the kind of bombastic set pieces that make Drake blurt out a litany of expletives in quick succession.

17. Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception - 2011

The third entry in the Uncharted series, Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception follows Nathan Drake as he attempts to uncover The Atlantis of the Sands in the Rub' al Khali desert. Set two years after the previous game, Drake’s Deception picks up with Drake and Sully battling against the villainous Katherine Marlowe and her private army. Learning she intends to uncover the secrets of the Atlantis of the Sands, Drake begins a race to get there first, launching into an adventure that forces him to confront demons from his past.

Drake’s Deception was the last Uncharted game of the PlayStation 3 era, offering players one more Nathan Drake adventure before Sony moved on to PlayStation 4 two years later.

18. The Last of Us - 2013

Arguably one of the most iconic video games of all time, Naughty Dog took a break from Uncharted to bring fans The Last of Us in 2013. Set in a harsh post-apocalyptic world where a parasitic fungus is transforming humans into bloodthirsty monsters, The Last of Us follows a hardened smuggler named Joel and an immune teenager named Ellie as they attempt to track down a group of survivors known as The Fireflies.

What follows is an emotionally gripping story of grief, survival, and hope, as Ellie and Joel form an unbreakable bond while battling against the monsters that plague their world, both infected and human. A third-person shooter with heavy stealth elements, The Last of Us has gone on to become Naughty Dog’s flagship franchise, even receiving its own HBO adaptation in early 2023.

19. The Last of Us: Left Behind - 2014

Initially released as DLC before becoming a standalone experience, The Last of Us: Left Behind acts as a prequel to The Last of Us. The story flits between two timelines: the first is set during the events of the main campaign, with Ellie protecting Joel while he recovers from the injuries he sustained in The University chapter. The second takes place three weeks before the events of the game, with Ellie exploring an abandoned mall with her best friend Riley.

While the modern timeline features plenty of action sequences, the flashbacks take a decidedly different approach, focusing heavily on exploration and storytelling. The expansion fleshes out Ellie’s backstory, adding additional context to her character and the story she reveals to Joel during the final scene of the main game.

20. Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End - 2016

The explosive finale to the Uncharted saga, Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End catches up with Nathan Drake years after the events of Drake’s Deception. Now retired from treasure hunting and living a regular life with his wife Elena, Drake is dragged back into the game after his brother, Sam, arrives on his doorstep with a tantalizing offer: He’s going after Henry Avery’s lost treasure and needs the expertise of Nathan Drake to find it.

A Thief’s End wraps up Nathan Drake’s story while using the power of the PlayStation 4 to add new strings to Uncharted’s bow, including a grappling hook, non-linear levels, and vastly upgraded visuals.

21. Uncharted: The Lost Legacy - 2017

A standalone expansion for Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End, Uncharted: The Lost Legacy passes the reins of the franchise to two new leads: Chloe Frazer and Nadine Ross. Following the unlikely partners as they travel to India in search of the Tusk of Ganesh, Lost Legacy expands upon Uncharted 4’s open-ended levels, setting the game within a large map and allowing players to complete main objectives in any order they like.

You can check out our guide to the Uncharted games in order for more details about the timeline.

22 The Last of Us: Part II - 2020

The long-anticipated follow-up to the first Last of Us, The Last of Us: Part II removes Joel from the main protagonist role and hands the reins to Ellie. After settling in the small town of Jackson, Ellie’s life is sent into a downward spiral when a group of mysterious survivors arrive on the settlement’s outskirts during a snowstorm and undertake a mission that changes her life forever.

Swearing revenge, Ellie pursues the group, tailing them back to Seattle where she begins searching for their leader: a ruthless survivor by the name of Abby. Expanding the stealth mechanics and including smarter enemy AI that can track Ellie’s every move, The Last of Us: Part II upgrades and enhances the series’ gameplay in every conceivable way. While its story has been divisive, it’s undeniably a significantly enhanced post-apocalyptic survival experience.

23. The Last of Us: Part I - 2022

Released in late 2022, The Last of Us: Part I is a shot-for-shot, rebuilt-from-the-ground-up remake of the first Last of Us, including all of the original chapters and Left Behind expansion. Utilizing the power of the PlayStation 5, it offered next-generation graphics, state-of-the-art accessibility options, and improved gameplay.

Upcoming Naughty Dog Games

Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet is the next game from Naughty Dog. Announced during the 2024 Game Awards, Intergalactic is the studio's first new IP since The Last of Us in 2013. While the game seems relatively deep into development, Naughty Dog doesn't seem optimistic about a release date before 2027, meaning the game may very well be a part of the PS6 generation.

While Intergalactic is the only game officially in development, studio head Neil Druckmann has said he has a "concept" in mind for The Last of Us Part 3. His comment was not an official announcment, though he added there's "probably one more chapter to [The Last of Us]." More recently, Druckmann has said The Last of Us 3 is unlikely. Speaking of, The Last of Us Season 2, which adapts the second Last of Us game, premieres on Max this weekend.

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Tomb Raider has a chartered history, with Lara Croft delving into ruins and tombs all over the world. Overcoming any and all obstacles set in her path, Lara has elevated herself into an exclusive and lauded pantheon of iconic video game protagonists.

With a new Tomb Raider currently in development at Crystal Dynamics and therefore a new Lara adventure on the horizon, we’ve created a chronological list of every Tomb Raider game so those interested can start (or restart) their spelunking adventures from the very beginning.

Jump to:

• How to play in chronological order
• How to play in release order

How Many Tomb Raider Games Are There?

There are a total of 20 Tomb Raider games that have been released as of 2025. These games are split over 3 different timelines, each distinct from one another, offering different plotlines and a slightly different spin on Lara and her supporting cast.

14 of these games have been released for home consoles, 6 also supported handheld portable consoles, and 6 were supported on mobile devices. Tomb Raider: The Prophecy, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light, Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris, Lara Croft Go, Lara Croft: Relic Run, and Tomb Raider Reloaded are all stand-alone titles, and therefore will not be included on these lists.

Which Tomb Raider Should You Play First?

If you're coming to the franchise for the first time in 2025, we recommend starting with the 2013 Tomb Raider reboot. The first entry in the "Survivor" trilogy sets the stage for Lara Croft's most recent series of expeditions that runs through the latest mainline game, 2018's Shadow of the Tomb Raider.

Tomb Raider Games in Chronological Order

If you're hoping to take a chronological journey through all of the Tomb Raider games, it's important to note that there are actually 3 different timelines you can play through.

• Original Saga Timeline
• Legend of Tomb Raider Timeline
• Survivor Trilogy Timeline

First Timeline - Original Saga

1. Tomb Raider (1996)

The first ever Tomb Raider title centred around Lara being hired by businesswoman Jacquelin Natla to find a mysterious artefact called the Scion of Atlantis. After finding all three fragments of the Scion scattered around the globe, Lara is betrayed by Natla and must face off against her on a volcanic island filled with monsters.

2. Tomb Raider: The Curse of the Sword (2001)

A Game Boy Color exclusive sequel to the Game Boy Color version of the original Tomb Raider, this adventure sees Lara tracking down a mystical sword and attempting to destroy it before the long-dead Madame Paveau can resurrect from the underworld and use her dark magic to subjugate the world.

3. Tomb Raider II (1997)

This time Lara is on the hunt for the Dagger of Xian, a magical weapon once used by the Emperors of China. A cult leader by the name of Marco Bartoli who is also seeking the dagger for it’s magical ability to turn the owner into a dragon.

4. Tomb Raider III (1998)

In the third mainline installment of the original saga, Lara sets out to find the Infada Stone, one of four crystalline artefacts crafted thousands of years ago from the remnants of a meteorite. Realising the nefarious Dr. Willard is aiming to use the statues to speed up the evolutionary process; she sets out to find the remaining three artefacts before the entire planet is mutated.

5. Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation (1999)

In The Last Revelation, the Egyptian god of chaos Set is unknowingly released by Lara as she explores a tomb in Egypt. With Set and his forces wreaking havoc on Cairo, Lara is assisted by Semerkhet and strives to summon the god Horus who is the last hope of quelling this world-ending threat.

6. Tomb Raider: Chronicles (2000)

After the ambiguous ending of The Last Revelation, Winston the butler and other friends of Lara recount tales of her historic adventures to commemorate her. Delving through the catacombs of Rome, fighting through a Russian naval submarine, and exploring an island haunted by demonic forces, the titular Chronicles set in stone how well travelled and skilled Lara is, but is she really gone?

7. Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness (2003)

Framed for the murder of her former mentor, Werner Von Croy, Lara explores Paris and Prague in an attempt to clear her name and solve the murder. The last survivor of the Lux Veritatis Society, Kurtis Trent, is stalking Lara and is hiding a deep dark secret about his true nature.

Second Timeline - Legend of Tomb Raider

1. Tomb Raider Anniversary (2007)

A remake of the original Tomb Raider title from 1996, this game again sees Lara questing to find the Scion of Atlantis. With redesigned puzzles and physics, there was a shift from item collection and pulling switches (both prevalent in the original title), to physics-based puzzles and environmental set pieces.

2. Tomb Raider: Legend (2006)

This title acts as a reboot and reimagining of the origins of Lara, as she races across the world in search of the mythical sword Excalibur, desperate to find it before her former friend Amanda Evert can beat her to the punch.

3. Tomb Raider: Underworld (2008)

The third installment in the Legend trilogy, Underworld sees Lara searching for Mjolnir, which acts as an ancient key to Helheim, the realm of the dead. Exploring the ruins of various cultures and mythological underworlds, Lara once again confronts the villainous Natla who is searching for Mjolnir herself.

Third Timeline - Survivor Trilogy

1. Tomb Raider (2013)

In a new, grittier take on Lara Croft, her first expedition to find the lost kingdom of Yamatai goes awry and she becomes stranded on an isolated and hostile island. Facing off against the Solarii Brotherhood cult, Lara must stop the Ascension ritual from proceeding and also prevent a successor from being chosen for the bloodthirsty Sun Queen of legend.

2. Rise of the Tomb Raider (2015)

Rise of the Tomb Raider has Lara exploring Siberia for the legendary city of Kitezh whilst battling Trinity, the paramilitary organization that continually crosses paths and butts heads with Lara. As they both sprint to rediscover Kitezh, will the legendary immortal guardians of the kingdom, the Deathless Ones, reveal themselves to be much more than just a myth?

3. Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018)

The third and final installment in the Survivor Trilogy, Shadow of the Tomb Raider has Lara trekking through the Americas to find the city of Paititi before a Mayan apocalypse consumes the entire planet. With the monstrous Yaaxii and the ever present Trinity on her back, will she succeed before it’s too late?

How to Play ALL the Tomb Raider Games By Release Date

• Tomb Raider (1996)
• Tomb Raider II (1997)
• Tomb Raider III (1998)
• Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation (1999)
• Tomb Raider (Game Boy Color, 2000)
• Tomb Raider Chronicles (2000)
• Tomb Raider: Curse of the Sword (Game Boy Color, 2001)
• Tomb Raider: The Prophecy (GBA, 2002)
• Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness (2003)
• Tomb Raider: Legend (2006)
• Tomb Raider: Anniversary (2007)
• Tomb Raider: Underworld (2008)
• Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light (2010)
• Tomb Raider (2013)
• Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris (2014)
• Lara Croft: Relic Run (2015)
• Lara Croft Go (2015)
• Rise of the Tomb Raider (2015)
• Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018)
• Tomb Raider Reloaded (2023)

What’s Next for Tomb Raider?

For those looking to bask in the nostalgia of the original Tomb Raider games, Aspyr released remastered collections for current-gen consoles. Tomb Raider I-III Remastered released in early 2024 and was followed by Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered this past February.

Crystal Dynamics has also confirmed a brand new Tomb Raider game is in development. Whilst details are slim, it is confirmed to be using Unreal Engine 5 and is set to be published by Amazon Games. Crystal Dynamics have also expressed on Twitter that this new adventure “will continue Lara Croft’s saga”, which may insinuate this new title is a continuation of the Survivor trilogy that concluded with Shadow of the Tomb Raider in 2018.

Outside of gaming, Netflix debuted its animated series Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft in October. It's already been renewed for a second season. While Amazon had at one point planned a Tomb Raider series with Phoebe Waller-Bridge on board as writer and executive producter, it seems that one isn't making it to the finish line.

Samuel (Sam) Heaney is a freelance guides writer at IGN and Minecraft expert. He's a typical Brit who loves cups of tea and gin and tonics. Oh, and he's also a huge Marvel nerd. You can find him on Twitter @SamHeaney.

When Nintendo announced the Nintendo Switch 2 last week, it said that the console only supports expansion through MicroSD Express cards. This is a huge pain for anyone with a collection of existing MicroSD cards, but it actually makes a ton of sense – MicroSD Express is leagues faster.

Because of the way these cards interface with the device, they’re able to unlock read/write speeds similar to the UFS (Universal Flash Storage) of the Switch 2’s internal storage. This is incredibly important, because it allows games stored on your expansion card to load just as fast – at least in theory – to games stored internally. It just comes at the cost of not being able to use cheaper non-Express MicroSD cards.

MicroSD vs. MicroSD Express

Over the years, there have been six different speed ratings for MicroSD cards. Initially, SD cards launched with just 12.5MB/s, which is incredibly slow by today’s standards. However, over time, faster speeds started coming out, beginning with SD High Speed at 25 MB/s, all the way through SD UHS III, or Ultra High Speed, at 312MB/s. However, five years ago, the SD Association released the SD Express standard, which greatly increased speeds.

The big difference this time around is that SD Express uses a PCIe 3.1 interface, rather than the slower UHS-I interface. PCIe is the same interface that faster NVMe SSDs use, and unlocks much higher potential performance. Full-sized SD Express cards can now hit data transfer speeds up to 3,940MB/s, which is exponentially faster than older SD cards.

MicroSD Express cards can’t reach the highest speeds of their full-sized counterparts, but they are still incredibly fast, hitting speeds up to 985MB/s, which is three times faster than the fastest non-express MicroSD card.

Why Does the Switch 2 Require MicroSD Express?

Nintendo isn’t exactly known for sharing its specific reasoning behind its hardware requirements, but there are a ton of reasons why the Nintendo Switch 2 should require MicroSD Express cards for expansion. Really, the biggest one is speed. If you have the same game installed both on a traditional UHS-I MicroSD card and a MicroSD Express card, the latter is going to load way faster thanks to the PCIe 3.1 interface – which is a sign this requirement could be coming to handheld gaming PCs soon, too.

Given that the internal Nintendo Switch 2 storage was also updated to UFS (universal flash storage) from eMMC, it makes a lot of sense for Nintendo to require its expansion storage media to have similar speeds. It’ll be a while before we know exactly how fast the internal storage can load games like Breath of the Wild, but early demos have suggested that load times are significantly faster – from just 35% when fast traveling, according to Polygon, to a 3x initial load improvement measured by Digital Foundry. These load time improvements could come down to the faster internal storage, but it could also be due to the faster CPU and GPU, which can unpack data faster. The point is: Nintendo needed its external storage to have similar speeds, so future games that require a faster disk don’t get bottlenecked by virtue of being on an SD card.

It also gives room for faster storage in the future. Right now, the fastest standard for SD cards is SD 8.0 Specification, which allows full-size SD Express cards to reach speeds up to 3,942MB/s. MicroSD Express cards can’t get that fast yet, but in a few years it’s totally possible – at least if the Nintendo Switch 2 supports that kind of speed on its side.

MicroSD Express Capacity Options

MicroSD Express cards have been slow to take off, and while that will likely change when the Nintendo Switch 2 launches, only a few options are available right now. For instance, Lexar only offers one MicroSD Express card, and it comes in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB variants, with the latter costing $199.

Top horror studio Blumhouse is about to celebrate its 15th anniversary, and to ring in the milestone right, they are bringing the 2022 hit M3GAN back to theaters ahead of the sequel’s release. That said, this limited theatrical engagement includes some new features, so to speak, that encourage the use of smartphones in theaters — so needless to say, it’s pretty controversial.

As part of its Halfway to Halloween initiative, Shudder will screen M3GAN — as well as Ma and Annabelle — for one night only engagements that include the use of Meta’s “Movie Mate” technology, which allows audience members to interact with M3GAN herself through a chatbot, as well as second screen capabilities that will showcase exclusive content in real-time.

“Movie Mate is only available to moviegoers who are in a theater, and works by DM’ing the Instagram account @M3GAN account to start the experience,” the studio explained in a report published by Variety.

“The entire experience is designed to leverage Meta’s capabilities to augment and uplevel the ‘second screen’ viewing experience aimed at generating excitement ahead of the release of M3GAN 2.0 on June 27.”

It also noted that fans can expect “sneak peeks, exclusive recorded messages from directors and talent from the films, and surprise special appearances in select markets.” All in all, this sounds like a blow aimed to kill, directly attempting to strike the already weakened core of the theatrical experience and it doesn’t bring any joy to report on it — but only time will tell exactly how fans react to the experience once they, well, experience it. One thing is for sure: I hope it doesn’t spread to regular screenings any time soon.

The M3GAN screening will take place in various theaters nationwide on April 30, with Annabelle screening on May 7 and Ma screening on May 14. M3GAN 2.0 hits theaters in the United States on June 27.

Lex Briscuso is a film and television critic and a freelance entertainment writer for IGN. You can follow her on Twitter at @nikonamerica.

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Naughty Dog has re-released both of its critically acclaimed The Last of Us games (again), this time as an all-in-one bundle for PlayStation 5 (PS5) called The Last of Us Complete.

The studio behind beloved PlayStation titles like Crash Bandicoot and Uncharted announced and launched its two-pack collection today. It’s a bundle that includes the 2022 remake The Last of Us Part 1 and The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered for players to enjoy.

The Last of Us series launched for the PS3 in 2013, and while it has remained an undeniably beloved offering in the PlayStation catalog, its many re-releases and remasters have been the subject of criticism from naysayers and fans alike. Joel and Ellie’s adventure came to PS4 with improved graphics in 2014 and was then reimagined for PS5 with a remake in 2022. The Last of Us Part 2 continued Ellie’s story in 2020 and then went on to receive its own remaster in early 2024. Both stories have also since come to PC, with The Last of Us Part 1 arriving in 2023 and The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered arriving just last week.

The Last of Us Complete brings all of Naughty Dog’s post-apocalyptic offerings together under one umbrella as yet another re-release. While many may be confused to see PlayStation revisiting Joel and Ellie’s world once again, the timing does coincide with HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2, which will premiere its first episode this Sunday. Season 3 was greenlit just yesterday.

For more on The Last of Us, you can read up on why many fans aren't expecting to hear about The Last of Us Part 3 anytime soon. You can also check out how Druckmann and the rest of the team behind the show may continue the story in the future.

Michael Cripe is a freelance contributor with IGN. He's best known for his work at sites like The Pitch, The Escapist, and OnlySP. Be sure to give him a follow on Bluesky (@mikecripe.bsky.social) and Twitter (@MikeCripe).