The Nitro Deck 2 is a step up in essentially every meaningful way, providing a far more premium experience over the original. There's a lot of new features to admire, but some of the most notable are improved ergonomics (including an offset right stick), swappable D-pads and stick tops, a sturdier kickstand, and an updated sliding mechanism for a better fit.

Not only does the Nitro Deck 2 offer considerable improvements over the first iteration, but it also sports full backward compatibilty with the Switch and Switch OLED, giving you plenty of freedom to swap back and forth between Nintendo's newer and older systems. It can even be disconnected and used as a pro-style controller for your Switch or Switch 2, PC, or mobile device.

For those who value aesthetics, the Nitro Deck 2 comes in three standard color variations: Smoke Black, Pal Grey, and White. But CRKD has also teamed up with Limited Run Games for a limited edition Fusion Edition of the accessory, sporting translucent blue and purple for those looking for a bit of extra visual flair.

You can preorder all four variations of the Nitro Deck 2 from the CRKD website and Amazon. You can also purchase the LRG Fusion Limited Edition directly from Limited Run Games. Preorders from CRKD include a bonus exclusive string bag and early adopters collector’s pin.

Regardless of where you buy the Nitro Deck 2, every variation (including the LRG Fusion Limited Edition) will run you $99.99. Purchasing from the CRKD website, however, allows you to also add on a variety of accessories for the Nitro Deck 2, such as a pack of swappable D-pads, an 8-pack of stick tops, and more. Both sites offer the Nitro Deck 2 Hardshell Carry Case for $39.99.

Preorders of the Nitro Deck 2 are expected to ship between April 1 and June 30 depending on where you order from, so you'll still have a little while to wait before you can wrap your hands around this highly anticipated redesign.

The Anycubic Kobra 3 is an open bed printer with a working space measuring approximately 10" cubed. It boasts a print speed of up to 600mm/s with 20,000mm/s² acceleration and can print a benchy in under 12 minutes. Other features include an accelerometer G-sensor that allows for auto-leveling and vibration compensation, a 200W dual PTC heating system to keep a stable temp for consistent filament drying, and easy to use touchscreen controls. Assembly is quick and easy and you should be able to make your first test print in a matter of minutes.

The Ace Pro multi-filament module fleshes out the 3D printing capabilities. It's also what makes this deal so good because it normally sells for $200 or more by itself. This add-on allows you to print using up to four different colored filaments simultaneously. It features intelligent identification filament sync, nozzle clog detection, and active heating for filament drying. It also stores the filament in a sealed container to avoid foreign contamination.

Note that this is the newer "V2" model that was released in mid 2025. Updates include:

• Wider Y-axis (60mm)
• Upgraded SG15 searings on the X-axis
• Improved nozzle design
• Larger build volume
• Built-in 720p camera
• Up to 8-color native printing support

There are plenty of other 3D printer options out there. I've personally enjoyed using a Bambu Lab 3D printer. Keep in mind, however, that none of them will offer similar features (especially the multi-color printing) for even close to the same price.

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Before I get into the list, let’s break down a couple of important things about Mirrorform:

It doesn’t say “until the end of the turn” anywhere on the card: Your cards won’t be changing back at the end of your turn, so take care when you drop Mirrorform, and just as important, make sure your hand is set up so you aren’t leaving yourself too restricted after playing it. You don’t want to put yourself in a rough spot after getting all your copies out.

Legendary cards are out (mostly): Because Mirrorform is changing all nonland permanent cards, artifacts like Mirror Box that remove the legend rule will get overwritten, so making copies of legendary cards will be tough, though not impossible. If this is the route you want to take, you will need to find a way to remove the “Legendary” aspect of the creature in question; otherwise, all but one of your copies will be destroyed.

Tokens are okay to copy: Nothing in the card stipulates that your target has to be a nontoken, so just make sure you are aware that if you manage to make a really cool token of something, it is just as viable as anything else.

It’s an instant: While Mirrorform may feel like it should be a sorcery, being an instant means you can cast it outside of your turn or in response to something else. This can be a big help and a great answer to a threat on the board or when you’re the target of an attack.

The Best Cards To Use With Mirrorform

Giggling Skitterspike

Growing up, the spider-doll creature in the original Toy Story terrified me, and thanks to Duskmourn, that critter was turned into a nasty Magic card in the form of the Giggling Skitterspike.

Turning a pool of dull random tokens or boring creatures into indestructible spider dolls that can dish out damage equal to its power to ALL opponents whenever it is targeted is especially scary. The fact that you can boost them to 6/6 with its Monstrosity 5 ability makes the Skitterspike a prime option to use with Mirrorform. Just be prepared for nightmares…

Ouroboroid

Feel like getting some +1/+1 counters? Then Mirrorform some Ouroboroids onto the field, and you will have more counters to hand out than you will know what to do with. Throw in a card like Doubling Season to really up those numbers, and all of these giant space plants will be swarming the battlefield in no time.

Your opponents may give up, so they don't have to wait for you to tally up all the counters each turn.

Mother of Runes

An army of moms that can give each other protection of whatever colors you want? Sounds good to me! As each creature can be activated separately, this means that you can save their protection and use them on a case-by-case basis, depending on what your opponents do.

If you manage to power up one Mother of Runes and make it stronger, that protection will also let them hit directly at your opponents, too, circumventing their blockers altogether.

Ruin Crab

Honestly, this list could have been all Landfall, but I wanted to restrain myself a bit; Ruin Crab is just too good not to include.

If you are running a deck with some solid token generation, which would be preferred if you are running a copy of Mirrorform period, having a ton of Ruin Crabs on the field will make every single land you drop an immense pain for every one of your opponents, thanks to each trigger of them having to mill on each land drop.

Consuming Aberration

My friends and I still can't believe that Consuming Aberation isn't a legendary, but seeing as it matches a color with Mirrorform, this is one of the easiest recommendations on this list.

Similar to Ruin Crab, as it deals with Mill, an army of this horror will not only terrify your opponents from a mill risk, but the massive amount of power and toughness they will all have, due to their strength coming from the number of cards in your opponents' graveyards. Every little spell you cast will spell terror for your enemies.

Battletide Alchemist

Who needs blockers when you can just prevent all the damage that you get hit with? The Battletide Alchemist Kithkin Cleric has a compounding ability, as each card will be able to prevent more damage on its own from each copy Mirrorform creates, while also multiplying prevention by the number of copies you have.

Even if you only have 5 copies after Mirrorform resolves, that will still mean that each source (not total damage) will need to exceed 25 damage to deal any damage to you.

Miirym, Sentinel Wyrm

Now, before you go into the comments to explain to me how the Legend rule works and how all but a single copy would be destroyed, let me stop you and tell you that yes, you are right.

But we aren't using Mirrorform on the Miirym; we are using it on a token of Miirym that it itself creates. A token, mind you, that specifically reads (thanks to Miirym's ability) "Except the Token isn’t legendary", and as I specifically pointed out earlier, Mirrorform doesn't stipulate your target has to be nontoken.

So yes, there is a bit of a setup that you will need to do to get this to work, but once you have that non-legendary token out, having multiple copies of each dragon you cast is just far too tempting a proposition to deny.

Roil Elemental

Roil Elemental is another one of those fun Landfall trigger cards that will be great fun to have a ton of copies, but whereas Ruin Crab caused your foes to mill, Roil Elemental instead lets you steal their creatures instead for each land you drop.

The upkeep of keeping track of which copy stole which cards might be annoying, but that delightful feeling of taking that annoying creature of your friends from them will more than make up for it.

Admonition Angel

A bit like Roil Elemental, since it allows you to mess with the board states of your opponents, Admonition Angel has a nasty landfall trigger that allows you to exile any other nonland permanent for as long as the angel remains on the battlefield.

Having a bunch of copies courtesy of Mirrorform would mean a single land allows you to wipe out boards in an instant, and if you have a way to make your permanents indestructible, protecting your copies, then you will really be putting yourself in a solid spot.

The fact that the cards exiled this way have the chance to return should the angel leave the battlefield does give your opponents hope that things can turn around - hope that you can dash with that next land you play.

Relentless Rats

Whereas Battletide Alchemist had a compounding effect that prevents damage, Relentless Rats is a sort of antithesis. Each copy of rats that your Mirrorform makes will empower every other copy that is made, leaving you with a swarm of cute little murderous creatures to sic on your opponents. It's simple, yet effective.

With tens of thousands of cards in the Magic: The Gathering library, there are hundreds, if not thousands, more cards that would be great options to use with Mirrorform. What are some cards you would want to use with Mirrorform? Sound off in the comments!

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If you waited to grab the new Super Mario Galaxy amiibo preorder, you can get it now on Amazon for a nice little discount. Originally available for $39.99, both the Mario and Luma and the Rosalina and Lumas amiibos are only $34.99. Both figures are larger than your average amiibo, hence the slightly higher price tag. With Mario, when you scan into Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2, you’ll get a life mushroom to refill your health, while a 1-Up mushroom comes with a Rosalina scan. These amiibos come out on April 2nd.

5th Wheel AB17 500W 375Wh Electric Bike for $272.34

Now is the time to retire that pedal-powered bike of yours and upgrade to electric. The price of electric assisted bikes has plummeted over the past year. Nowadays you can find a decent bike for well under $500. To kickstart the new year, AliExpress is offering the 5th Wheel AB17 500W 375Wh Electric Bike for a rock bottom price of $272.34 after you apply $25 off coupon code "025USAFF". This bike ships locally from a warehouse in the United States, with most orders being delivered within a week. That means you don't have to worry about tariffs, import fees, or egregiously long shipping times.

The Apple Watch Series 11 is $100 off on Amazon. The 42mm case size is available for just $299, and the 46mm case size is just $329, which is back down to the lowest price we’ve seen. The Series 11 is Apple’s latest smartwatch, which dropped last September. It comes with ample health and fitness features, a sturdy build, and an easy integration into Apple’s ecosystem. Updates on this model over the Apple Watch Series 10 include a brighter, more durable display, longer battery life, a handy "Workout Buddy" to stay motivated, a sleep score for sleep insights, and hypertension notifications.

The Pokémon Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames Booster Bundle is back under $45. It’s shipped and sold by Amazon, too. After the delay of most Ascended Heroes Booster sets, it’s nice that this bundle, which includes six booster packs, is available for just $44.91. That’s below than the current market value, making it a good deal.

The Apple Watch Series 11 isn’t the only Apple product seeing a nice discount today. You can get the AirPods Pro 3 for the lowest price ever from Verizon. These earbuds are down to $184 from $249, for $65 in savings. Best of all, you don’t need to be a Verizon member to score this deal.

The AirPods Pro 3 features some solid improvements over its predecessor, making it a worthwhile upgrade. Everything from better noise cancellation and improved sound quality to a longer battery life and higher waterproofing is available. Plus, a new heart rate sensing feature is even built into the earbuds for added functionality

Right now, the PDP Riffmaster Wireless Guitar Controller is only $99.99. The Xbox, Switch, and PS5 versions all have $50 knocked off their price tags. While the Guitar Hero days are mostly behind us, games like Fortnite Festival and Rock Band 4 keep these plastic axes relevant, and the PDP Riffmaster is the best way to play. In our review, Luke Reilly found “With its excellent button feel, terrific battery life, and smart design cues, the PDP Riffmaster rocks.” Plus, it works seamlessly with all last-gen consoles.

An unlocked Google Pixel 9a is just $349 at Best Buy, which is $150 off the list price. It’s a great smartphone for those on a budget, offering a sleek design, bright display, and a Tensor G4 chip for reliable, smooth performance. In our review of the Pixel 9a, we were also big fans of the seven years of software support, ensuring this phone will be with you for the long run. Plus, every color is discounted, so you can choose the best option for your style.

Elden Ring for PS5 is only $19.99 on the Amazon-owned Woot, and Prime Members get free shipping. If you don’t already own this open-world RPG from the mind of George R.R. Martin and FromSoftware, now’s a great time to grab it. Elden Ring earned a 10/10 rating in our review. Reviewer Mitchell Saltzman even said it’s “amongst the best open-world games I’ve ever played.”

Get the Criterion Collection release of the movie that Beatle George Harrison famously mortgaged his house to fund. Monty Python’s Life of Brian (The Criterion Collection) Blu-ray is seeing a nice discount on preorders ahead of its April 14th release. For just $27.99, you’ll get a digital restoration of the film supervised by Monty Python’s own Terry Gilliam, plus tons of additional features. Everything from commentary with Terry Gilliam, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin to a behind-the-scenes Super 8 film from Palin is included. Any Monty Python fan will want this in their collection.

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The Zootopia 2 Steelbook comes with both the 4K and Blu-ray discs as well as loads of bonus features. The main draw of this edition of the film is the steelbook itself, but it's also currently the only 4K or Blu-ray option available to buy. There will be a standard 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD release of this movie later on, but for now you can only preorder this one. Like all preorders on Amazon, this steelbook includes Amazon's preorder price guarantee if you buy now. That means that even though the price is currently at $44.99, you'll likely pay a little bit less than that if the price drops any time between now and its release date.

The Zootopia 2 Steelbook also comes with a variety of bonus features and deleted scenes. Here's all of the extras you get with the physical release:

Bonus Features and Deleted Scenes

• Featurettes:
  • The Zookeepers — Trot along with writer/director Jared Bush and director Byron Howard for a tour of Walt Disney Animation Studios! Get a behind the scenes look as they open up the doors to meet cast and crew and share about all the work done to bring the movie to life.
  • A City of Stars — Meet the fur-tastic voice actors behind the cast of Zootopia 2 as filmmakers share the joy of having the original cast returning and how each new role found its purr-fect match.
  • Everybody Can Draw! — Sketch along with Benson Shum, Animation Supervisor, as he talks about his role on Zootopia 2 and guides viewers in drawing everyone's favorite new beaver, Nibbles!
  • Zoo-prising Secrets — Uncover surprising references and characters from some of your favorite Walt Disney Animation Studios films hidden throughout the movie, along with fun facts.
  • Wilde Times in the Booth — Hop inside the recording booth for plenty of laughs and behind-the-scenes fun. See how the hilarious cast brings their characters to life!
  • The Treat Trolley — Meet the cheerful crew behind the Treat Trolley that brings smiles and snacks throughout the halls of Disney Animation to keep the studio artists fueled and energized.
  • "Zoo" Music Video by Shakira — Celebrate friendship and adventure with Shakira in her music video for the movie's new song, "Zoo."
• Deleted Scenes:
  • What's In the Box?
  • Where Are They Now?
  • Animal Hospital
  • Welcome to the Team
  • Desert Festival
  • Clawhauser Tracks Judy
  • A Plight at the Museum
  • Clawhauser's Family

Zootopia 2 on Digital

If you don't want to wait for the physical release of the film to watch at home, there are two options available for watching Zootopia 2, you can choose to rent it for $24.99 or buy it for $29.99.

Beginning with a college-age love triangle that jumps forward decades later, Heart the Lover follows the lives of our narrator–dubbed Jordan, a moniker inspired by the character of the same name from The Great Gatsby–as well as Sam and Yash. All we can say is, get the tissues at the ready for the second half of this story.

After finding herself drawn back into Sam and Yash’s orbit years later, we see the trio navigate love, friendship, ambition, grief, loss, and forgiveness. It definitely has a similar feel and vibe to Gabrielle Zevin’s Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, if you enjoyed that book, too.

Coffin Moon by Keith Rosson (Horror)

We put together an entire list of the best 2025 horror books back in October, but another one you won’t want to miss is Coffin Moon by Keith Rosson. Set in the 1970s, the story follows Duane, who has just returned home from a tour in Vietnam, and is dealing with the aftermath while resettling back into his previous life, if that even exists anymore. And things only get worse when he crosses paths with a vampire.

Soon, Duane and his adopted niece find themselves driven by vengeance and revenge after the vampire kills Duane’s wife, with them hunting and being hunted by the seemingly immortal being.

The Raven Scholar by Antonia Hodgson (Fantasy)

Combining epic fantasy and a brilliant murder mystery, all in a dark academia setting, it’s easy to see why readers weren’t able to get enough of The Raven Scholar last year. And this first tale sets things up for what looks to be an incredible trilogy.

With the long-standing emperor set to step down, the competition for his replacement begins. However, when one of the options is murdered, it falls to Neema to find out who is responsible and why. It’s a task that won’t really end all that well for her either way. On one hand, if she is successful, she could end up on the throne herself, whether she wants to or not. Alternatively, her failure will essentially amount to a death sentence and could have serious repercussions for the entire empire.

King Of Ashes by S.A. Cosby (Mystery/Crime)

S.A. Cosby never fails to keep us on the edge of our seats, and his latest release is no different. After Roman’s father is left for dead following a hit-and-run, which appears to be no accident, he finds that he must step up to protect his family.

Yet, when he returns home, he discovers that his younger brother, Dante, owes a number of dangerous criminals and gangsters money. At the same time, his sister, Neveah, is exhausted from helping their father run the family crematorium.

How far will Roman go to help his family?

The Compound by Aisling Rawle (Sci-fi/Dystopian)

Giving us a twisted take on reality TV shows like Love Island, The Compound takes what we know about these shows and flips them on their heads in a sinister way.

With the world outside quite literally falling apart, Lily is happy to compete amongst her fellow twenty-somethings for love. Yet, when things take a turn from the norm, and the contestants are forced to take part in increasingly dangerous challenges, what will she do to win? And what exactly will happen to those who lose? We can’t wait to pick this one up ASAP.

Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection by John Green (Non-fiction)

2025 was a standout year for non-fiction, with books like The Let Them Theory, The New Age Of Sexism, and No More Tears all catching our eye, but John Green’s Everything Is Tuberculosis quickly made it to the top of many of our TBR (to be read) lists.

After meeting a young tuberculosis patient named Henry at a hospital in Sierra Leone, John tells Henry’s story alongside the scientific and social histories of what is a curable and preventable bacterial infection that still kills over a million people a year, all while pondering the future of the disease. At a little over 200 pages, it’s a great introduction to non-fiction–especially if you normally shy away from it–and at that length, it will have you well on your way when it comes to any reading challenge pledges for the new year.

The Names by Florence Knapp (Contemporary Fiction)

A difficult read, in many ways, The Names asks the question, what is in a name? How will life differ for one little boy if he is named Bear, Julian, or Gordon? Flipping back and forth between the three versions of one life, this Sliding Doors-style debut highlights how one, seemingly simple, decision can alter the course of a life, and the lives of those around him, as each section jumps forward a number of years to offer us a snapshot of how life is unfurling with the three different names.

A story of family, perseverance, the pervasive impact of domestic abuse, as well as fate, I’ve just picked this up myself and can’t wait to dive in.

One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune (Romance)

A fantastically escapist beach or summer read–let’s just say, we’re already counting down the days until winter is over–Carley Fortune’s One Golden Summer is the perfect romance to pick up, if you haven’t already.

The story follows Alice as she heads back to the lakeside town of Barry’s Bay, a place she has fond memories of visiting in her youth, to look after her beloved Nan. This has a coming-of-age feel to it, even though Alice is now grown, as she rediscovers the joy of such a place and contemplates where her life is heading back home, all while getting to know the boy (now a man) that she admired from afar all those years ago.

Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros (Romantasy)

It would be remiss of us not to mention one of the biggest books of 2025 - Onyx Storm. The third book in the Empyrean series, this is the kind of escapist fantasy that you won’t be able to put down.

In this latest tome, Violet finds herself embarking on what might just be her most dangerous mission yet, as she risks everything to save the ones closest to her, even if it means keeping a secret close to her chest that could destroy every one of them.

Ellis is a freelance journalist, based in the UK, with a love of all things books. She also routinely chairs bookish events up and down the country, getting the scoop from some of the biggest and bestselling authors to keep you in the know.

The AirPods Pro 3 launched on September 19 and is the newest generation AirPods Pro. Like its predecessor, this is easily the best earbuds for anyone who uses an iPhone. Although it looks pretty similar to the 2nd gen AirPods, there are some pretty significant improvements under the hood. The most notable new feature is the built-in heart rate sensing (which means you don't need an Apple Watch anymore), but the AirPods Pro 3 improves in other subtle ways as well, including better audio quality, better noise cancelation, long battery life, and a more weatherproof IP57 shell.

Released alongside the AirPods Pro 3 was Apple's "Live Translation", which is an Apple Intelligence feature that translates other languages on the fly. This isn't exclusive to the AirPods Pro since it can also be used with the 2nd gen AirPods Pro and the AirPods 4. First hand reports have been generally very positive, including this take from PCMag.

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The Asus ROG Strix G16 gaming laptop features a 16" 1920x1200 IPS display, AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX processor, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5600MHz, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. It measures 0.9" thin and weighs about 5.5 pounds. It's not the lightest laptop on the block, but that's because the Strix models put more emphasis on maximum performance and cooling. This is a pretty high-end model from Asus, sitting just under the Scar lineup and side by side with the Zephyrus lineup. The top lid boasts solid aluminum construction, but the base is made of plastic to keep the weight down and reduce heat transfer to the keyboard and palm area so that your hands don't get toasty while gaming.

The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti mobile GPU can handle the most demanding games

The RTX 5070 Ti mobile GPU is comparable in performance to the previous generation's RTX 4080 and pulls ahead of it in games that support DLSS 4 and multi-frame generation. It should easily be able to handle even the newest and most demanding games like Ghost of Yotei, Battlefield 6, and Borderlands 4 on the native 1920x1200 display.

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Dell is currently offering an Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 gaming PC for $2,249.99 with free delivery after a $580 instant discount. This isn't the lowest price it has ever been, but it's a significant drop from the beginning of the year when it was priced closer to $2,800. If you're looking for a future-proof system, this RTX 5080 equipped PC should be powerful enough to set you up for 4K gaming for years to come.

This customizable system is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 16GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB SSD. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265F is a 20-core processor with a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz. It's cooled by a 240mm all-in-one liquid cooling system. The 1,000W power supply gives you headroom for upgrades down the road.

The GeForce RTX 5080 GPU will run any game in 4K

Performance-wise, the RTX 5080 is no slouch. It's one of the fastest cards on the market, bested only by the $2,000 RTX 5090 and the discontinued $1,600 RTX 4090. This is a phenomenal card for playing the latest, most demanding games in 4K resolution at high settings and ray tracing enabled. The RTX 5080 supports DLSS 4 with multi-frame generation, which means you can push even more frames out of games that support the technology with minimal visual compromise. Recent games that support it include Doom: The Dark Ages, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Borderlands 4, Stellar Blade, and Battlefield 6. Check out our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review for our hands-on impressions.

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Mega Froslass ex may sit at the bottom of this list, but its appeal is far from modest. The artwork leans into icy elegance, placing Froslass against a stark, wintry backdrop that feels painterly rather than action-packed. That sort of subdued aesthetic stands apart from the chaos of other Mega Evolutions, making it a sure favourite among collectors who value atmospheric art over spectacle.

In play, Mega Froslass ex has carved out a niche as a disruptive attacker. Its ability to punish large hands and inflict Sleep introduces awkward sequencing for opponents, particularly in slower, resource-heavy matchups. While not a format-defining threat, its control-oriented design has kept it relevant enough to justify its premium status.

9. N’s Zoroark ex (286/217)

Another of the most valuable Pokémon cards in Ascended Heroes, this Special Illustration Rare thrives on narrative as much as mechanics. The artwork places N alongside Zoroark in a richly detailed scene that echoes the duo’s moral ambiguity, rendered in muted tones that feel almost storybook-like.

Gameplay-wise, N’s Zoroark ex remains a utility powerhouse. Its Trade ability seems like one of the most efficient new draw engines in the game, while Night Joker’s attack-copying effect grants immense flexibility. That versatility should keep Zoroark shells relevant across multiple formats, making this version a collector favourite that still earns its keep at the table.

8. Iono’s Bellibolt ex (279/217)

Few Pokémon cards in Ascended Heroes feel as vibrant as Iono’s Bellibolt ex; bursting with neon colours and cartoony expressions, the artwork mirrors Iono’s on-screen energy perfectly — instantly giving the card the kind of big personality we know her for.

That personality translates cleanly into gameplay, too. Electric Streamer allows relentless Energy acceleration, enabling aggressive Lightning strategies to overwhelm opponents before they stabilise. While Bellibolt ex requires careful management to avoid overextending, as Thunderous Bolt stops it from attacking the next turn, its all-around explosiveness has made it a popular addition.

7. Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex (287/217)

Dark, brooding, and unapologetically stylish, Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex delivers one of the expansion’s particularly striking character moments — with Marnie’s defiant look pairing with Grimmsnarl’s looming presence, feeling like a thrilling anime snapshot.

Competitively, Grimmsnarl ex rewards evolution-based strategies with efficient Energy acceleration and reliable spread damage. Its consistency has made it a staple in Darkness archetypes, and the Trainer-Pokémon pairing adds enduring collector appeal beyond raw power.

6. Mega Feraligatr ex (274/217)

Another expensive Pokémon TCG entry from Ascended Heroes, this card feels like pure momentum, with Mega Feraligatr’s erupting from crashing water, all sharp angles and violent motion, perfectly communicating its role as a bruiser.

Mortal Crunch excels at punishing damaged Pokémon, allowing Mega Feraligatr ex to close games with alarming speed once pressure is applied. Its straightforward, punishing design should resonate with players who favour decisive turns and collectors who appreciate its unapologetic ferocity.

5. Lillie’s Clefairy ex (280/217)

Few cards in Ascended Heroes are as emotionally resonant as Lillie’s Clefairy ex. The artwork is soft, joyful, and intimate, capturing a tender moment that stands in deliberate contrast to the set’s more bombastic Megas.

Despite its gentle presentation, Clefairy ex carries surprising competitive weight. Fairy Zone’s Weakness manipulation can completely warp matchups, while Full Moon Rondo scales effectively in Bench-heavy formats. Its blend of charm and tactical impact is expected to keep pushing demand well beyond casual collectors.

4. Mega Diancie ex (282/217)

One of Ascended Heroes’ most bedazzling cards, Mega Diancie ex looks like a gemstone brought to life before going under a Sailor Moon transformation. Like Mega Gardevoir ex in the Mega Evolution base set, the pastel-heavy illustration gives off pure elegance and symmetry, creating one of the most visually refined cards in the set.

Diamond Coat grants meaningful damage reduction, while Garland Ray offers flexible scaling that rewards precise Energy management. Mega Diancie ex will likely find a comfortable role in defensive Psychic builds, and its graceful presentation ensures it remains highly desirable even outside tournament play.

3. Mega Dragonite ex (290/217)

The poster child of Ascended Heroes, it’s no surprise that Mega Dragonite ex is one of the most valuable Pokémon TCG newcomers in the expansions, as well as being a pure joy rendered in colour. The artwork is lively and whimsical in an almost magical tone, depicting Dragonite soaring through a dreamlike sky.

On the battlefield, though, Sky Transport introduces constant positional control, while Ryuno Glide delivers devastating damage with surprising efficiency. Dragonite’s popularity as a Pokémon in general, combined with genuine competitive utility, has made this one of the most sought-after pulls in Ascended Heroes.

2. Mega Charizard Y ex (294/217)

Gold cards rarely divide opinion, but Mega Charizard Y ex embraces the style choice’s excess unapologetically. Like those that came before, this Mega Hyper Rare treatment transforms Charizard into a glowing icon, stripped of detail yet radiating prestige.

Explosion Y hits brutally hard, too, with this singular move capable of swinging games in just one attack. That raw power, paired with Charizard’s evergreen popularity, is likely to keep this card a centrepiece of big collections.

1. Mega Gengar ex (284/217)

The most valuable card among the Pokémon TCG’s new Ascended Heroes expansion, Mega Gengar ex stands at the summit of this expensive top ten. Not only is the artwork grippingly chaotic with five menacing, swirling colours, but Gengar’s predatory grin feels alive within the frame, too.

Gameplay-wise, Mega Gengar ex offers both disruption and efficiency. Shadowy Concealment’s Prize manipulation subtly shifts tempo, while Void Gale enables smooth Energy redistribution. Combined with Ascended Heroes’ extreme scarcity at MSRP and iconic design, it’s little wonder this card commands a near four-figure market price.

Where to Buy Ascended Heroes Sealed Boosters

The Ascended Heroes expansion has officially kicked off Pokémon TCG’s 2026 run, but there are only a couple of places where you can reliably buy ETBs, booster packs, and collections right now. Note, outside of keeping up with deal trackers, you’ll likely have to pay above retail price for the time being.

That’s along with not every product even being launched on that 30 January release date. That said, we’ll give you a full breakdown of the best places to get your buy for Pokémon preorders for whichever Mega Evolution: Ascended Heroes products you’re looking out for.

For more Pokémon TCG, consider checking out our full roundup of the most valuable cards from 2025, alongside the pricest pulls from Mega Evolution's other recent expansion, Phantasmal Flames.

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There are no active discounts available for HBO Max, so your best bet for savings (assuming you're already on the hook for more than one subscription) is by checking out some bundles.

Our favorite streaming bundle includes Disney Plus, Hulu, and HBO Max. The deal can be purchased through any of the three streaming services and starts at $19.99/month for the ad-supported tier or $32.99/month for ad-free access across all three platforms. It'll save you quite a bit compared to what you'd pay for the three of them separately per month – 43% on the ad-supported plan and 42% on the ad-free plan.

To learn more about how to get started with this bundle as a new or existing subscriber, head to our guide on how to get (or switch over to) the Disney+/Hulu/HBO Max streaming bundle.

Students Get 50% off HBO Max Basic With Ads

If you're a student, you can score the HBO Max Basic With Ads plan for just $5.49/month. That's 50% off the usual price, which is a very nice deal to take advantage of. In order to get the discount, you'll need to verify your student status with UNiDAYS, then you'll get a unique code that you can use to redeem the discounted plan.

Subscribe to HBO Max

If you're just looking to sign up for a HBO Max subscription, there are a few different options to choose from:

• $10.99/month Basic With Ads
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The Basic and Standard tiers allow up to two concurrent streams and offer Full HD resolution. The Standard tier allows users to download shows and movies to watch on the go, too.

HBO Max also has an additional Premium tier, which offers 4K UHD resolution and Dolby Atmos sound alongside four concurrent streams. The details are as follows:

• $22.99/month, ad-free with four concurrent streams
• $229.99/year, ad-free with four concurrent streams

There is currently no HBO Max free trial available, so you'll need to be a paying subscriber to access the service.

What's Streaming on HBO Max?

HBO Max features a wide variety of programming. New additions to HBO Max in February include Paddington 2, The Shape of Water, and The Notebook, as well as the continued first season of the new Game of Thrones spin-off, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.

Otherwise, the service includes shows from brands like HGTV, Food Network, TLC, and the Magnolia Network. Of course, one of the big draws of HBO Max is HBO Originals like The Last of Us, Succession, Barry, Curb Your Enthusiasm, The White Lotus, House of the Dragon, and more. It also includes DC's slate of movies and shows like Superman and Peacemaker, as well as other popular Warner Bros. films like Mickey 17 and Sinners. Plus, HBO Max continues to house popular streaming series like Friends, Full House, and the Harry Potter movie collection.

Back when it was still called 'Max', we gave the streaming service an 8/10 in our review, stating that, "For all its problems and an app that still runs a little too heavy, the extensive selection of well-curated choices make Max a worthwhile investment for cinema and TV lovers."

Hannah Hoolihan is a freelance writer who works with the Guides and Commerce teams here at IGN.

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Chris Reed is a commerce editor and deals expert at IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @_chrislreed.

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Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is only available to preorder for the original Switch, though Nintendo did note in a recent announcement that the game will "be playable on Nintendo Switch 2." It's currently unclear if a dedicated Switch 2 version will eventually be released. There's also no mention of a preorder bonus at the moment, though we're keeping an eye out to see if anything changes.

What Is Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream?

It's been over a decade since the last Tomodachi game, and the most recent Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Nintendo Direct gave us plenty of details about what to expect from this new installment. Set against a little island paradise you get to make your own, the game allows you to fully customize the Mii characters that inhabit it.

According to Nintendo, you can customize them "right down to their personalities, little quirks and living spaces, then see what weird and wonderful things they’ll get up to. Give them an occasional nudge to divulge what’s on their minds, help them solve life’s problems, cultivate their friendships and more." Nintendo has also made the game more inclusive than before, offering a range of options for your character's gender, voice, and dating preferences.

Other Preorder Guides

Curious what else is available to preorder right now? Have a look through our list of preorder guides below to start securing some new additions for your library, whether you're interested in Pokémon Pokopia, Mario Tennis Fever, or Resident Evil Requiem. There's plenty of upcoming Switch 2 games to look forward to in 2026 already.

Hannah Hoolihan is a freelancer who writes with the guides and commerce teams here at IGN.