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The best PS Vita games of all time
There are plenty of excellent adventures to enjoy on Sony's second handheld, and among the best PS Vita games are both exclusives and third-party titles, ensuring there's something for everyone. Even all these years after its release, the PS Vita is worth having, with a stellar library that may fly under the radar of some gamers. Don't believe us? This guide features entries for iconic franchises that you can't experience anywhere else.
Men's Tennis Begins Play at the ITF 15K Fayetteville
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Arkansas men’s tennis team opened play at its second tournament of the fall season, competing at the ITF 15K Fayetteville with five Razorbacks in action Monday in the first round of the qualifying draw. Ben Weintraub began the tournament on a positive note, winning his match against Vlado Jankanj, 6-3, 6-4. Weintraub will play for a spot in the main draw tomorrow in the second round of qualifying versus Moritz Kudernatsch.
How an open world in Mario Kart 9 can take inspiration from the most popular and rare racing games
While we await the Nintendo Switch 2 and a new Mario Kart, the few clips we’ve seen from the latest entry in the biggest racing game franchise on the planet leave us speculating on not just how but also where Mario and his friends will be racing around. The biggest pause for thought Mario Kart 9 leaves around our heads is the possibility of it being an open-world racer.
Nmplol stunned by “insane” $16,000 pulls from vintage Pokemon TCG box
Entertainment Twitch Ethan Dean ❘ Published: 2024-11-19T01:36:30 Twitch: nmplol / The Pokemon Company Twitch streamer and OTK affiliate Nmplol has pulled over $16,000 worth of Pokemon TCG cards from a vintage box. The Pokemon TCG is experiencing a bit of a boom at the moment thanks to the incredible reception of Pokemon TCG Pocket. Don’t get us wrong, it has always been a popular pastime but major content creators are certainly taking notice.
Pokemon TCG Pocket: All currency types explained & how to get them
Gaming Pokemon Michelle Cornelia ❘ Published: 2024-11-15T05:53:40 The Pokemon Company Pokemon TCG Pocket has a plethora of different currencies, and here’s a list of all of them along with their details. With plenty of full-art and rare cards to collect, as well as various features to enjoy, Pokemon TCG Pocket has quickly become a massive hit. The thing is… if you progress through the game long enough, you’ll likely feel overwhelmed with the amount of currency it has.
This simple Pokemon TCG Pocket mistake can ruin your account
Gaming Pokemon James Busby ❘ Published: 2024-11-14T14:40:01 The Pokemon Company Obtaining new cards in Pokemon TCG Pocket can take a long time, so make sure you don’t make this one mistake that will destroy your progress. Like most trading card games, Pokemon TCG Pocket allows players to craft specific cards using in-game currency (Pack Points).
Pokemon TCG Pocket player discovers the game’s insane damage cap
Gaming Pokemon Ethan Dean ❘ Published: 2024-11-13T02:56:16 The Pokemon Company/Dexerto Pokemon TCG Pocket’s damage cap is a doozy but it’ll take some teamwork or some really lucky coinflips to hit. Pokemon TCG Pocket is consuming the lives of everyone it touches with the new app outstripping Pokemon Go’s daily revenue in the blink of an eye. Having already hit over 30 million downloads, the word phenomenon doesn’t even begin to describe it.
HBO’s Harry Potter show may have just found its Dumbledore and the casting is perfect
TV & Movies Eleni Thomas ❘ Published: 2024-11-12T00:34:57 Warner Bros. HBO is reportedly setting its sights on an iconic actor to play Dumbledore in the upcoming Harry Potter TV series, and it might just be the perfect choice. HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter TV series faces a daunting task when filling out its cast.
5 things Amazon’s Mass Effect series must do to be a success
TV & Movies Eleni Thomas ❘ Published: 2024-11-11T05:29:13 EA A Mass Effect TV series is officially in the works with Amazon, so here are some key things the show has to do to be a great video game adaptation. Mass Effect is a beloved franchise; the original trilogy often regarded as having some of the best storytelling the gaming medium has ever seen. In particular, Mass Effect 2 is typically featured on most lists for the best video games ever made.
Cosplayer Pinkchyu’s VTuber debut cut short after immediate Twitch ban
Entertainment Twitch Virginia Glaze ❘ Published: 2024-11-08T19:55:07 Twitter/X: pinkchyuva Popular cosplayer and streamer Pinkchyu got banned from Twitch right after her debut as a VTuber, adding more fuel to the fire of VTubers being frustrated by the platform’s policies. Pinkchyu was excited to make her comeback as a VTuber on November 7 — but she found herself banned shortly afterwards, throwing a wrench in her plans to become a full-fledged virtual streamer.
Pokemon TCG Pocket players up in arms as Misty card declared utterly “broken”
Gaming Pokemon Eleni Thomas ❘ Published: 2024-11-07T04:40:54 The Pokemon Company The Misty card in Pokemon TCG Pocket has been slammed by the community for being “rigged” and a “badly designed card.” Pokemon TCG Pocket is quickly taking over, with players beginning to figure out strategies, which cards are the most useful and how the game’s meta works.
Take-Two CEO claims dire Borderlands movie actually “helped” franchise
TV & Movies Brad Norton ❘ Published: 2024-11-07T02:52:52 Lionsgate Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick wasn’t too phased by the Borderlands movie’s lack of critical and box office success, even claiming the film “helped” the franchise overall. There’s no two ways about it, the Borderlands movie has gone down as one of the least successful video game adaptations of all time. Panned as the “worst movie [of 2024],” the film generated just $31 million during its time in theaters around the globe.
Stolen Pokemon card worth $40,000 sees UK police involved in Charizard hunt
Gaming Pokemon Ethan Dean ❘ Published: 2024-11-06T03:22:40 The Pokemon Company UK police have successfully tracked down an incredibly valuable Charizard Pokemon card priced at roughly $40,000 USD and returned it to its owner. There is insane money to be made in the Pokemon TCG trade with some of the hobby’s most valuable cards selling for multiple millions of dollars. Of course, with so much money on the line, this seemingly wholesome and child-friendly pastime attracts a lot of crime.
One Piece Chapter 1131 teases Robin and Saul reunion
TV & Movies Anime Tulisha srivastava ❘ Published: 2024-11-05T16:56:47 Crunchyroll One Piece manga is returning after a break and has teased the reunion between Robin and Saul after 22 years, so here’s what will happen in Chapter 1131. One Piece is currently featuring its highly-anticipated Elbaf Arc. The manga went on an unexpected hiatus after a major cliffhanger after the rest of the Straw Hats made their way towards Elbaf.
Pokemon TCG Pocket is already smashing Pokemon Go’s daily revenue
Gaming Pokemon Jessica Filby ❘ Published: 2024-11-04T13:16:49 The Pokemon Company Pokemon TCG Pocket has gotten off to an impressive start, with its revenue reportedly beating the likes of Pokemon Go. Acting as a mobile version of the classic TCG, Pokemon Pocket has millions of active players since its worldwide release on October 30. As reported by The Pokemon Company back on November 2, an impressive 10 million players installed the game and began opening packs.
Pokemon TCG Pocket ‘pack trick’ goes viral but does it actually work? Original
Gaming Pokemon Joe Pring ❘ Published: 2024-11-03T13:04:04 The Pokemon Company Pokemon TCG Pocket players think they’ve stumbled upon a pack trick that increases the chances of obtaining rare cards but not everyone is convinced. An X/Twitter post on October 31, which has since gone viral and garnered millions of views, claimed that unopened packs in the mobile game have a higher chance of containing rare cards if the label at the top is visibly creased.
One Piece finally settles the biggest debate about Garp’s powers
TV & Movies Anime Tulisha srivastava ❘ Published: 2024-11-01T11:34:28 Crunchyroll Garp is one of the most powerful characters in One Piece, and new information finally settles the biggest debate about his powers. The world of One Piece is vast and has more characters than you’d think. The power systems, the characters, and basic information about them are often difficult to keep track of. This is why Vivre Cards are useful, as they act as information pages in a One Piece databook.
One Piece: Eiichiro Oda finally explains Luffy’s toon force
TV & Movies Tulisha srivastava ❘ Published: 2024-11-01T10:36:01 Crunchyroll In a Q&A session with Weekly Shonen Jump, Eiichiro Oda not only confirmed Luffy’s toon force in One Piece, but also explained what it really is. Ever since Luffy awakened his Gear 5 abilities in One Piece, he has demonstrated extremely powerful attacks. However, aside from brute strength, Gear 5 is a creative ability, that allows Luffy to turn his surroundings into rubber as per convenience.
One Piece finally reveals the pasts of Ryokugyu and Fujitora
TV & Movies Anime Tulisha srivastava ❘ Published: 2024-10-31T09:45:37 Crunchyroll One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda has shed light on the pasts of Admirals Ryokugyu and Fujitora, so here’s what you need to know. The aftermath of the Summit War of Marineford brought major changes in the world of One Piece. Fleet Admiral Sengoku retired from his post, hoping Kuzan would take over, but Akainu was indignant about this decision. He and Kuzan fought for ten days for the position of Fleet Admiral.
Nintendo launches music app with spoiler-free settings, curated playlists & other features
Gaming Michelle Cornelia ❘ Published: 2024-10-31T04:08:53 Nintendo Fans who love Nintendo video game soundtracks are in for a treat. Now there’s a music app that lets them listen to them with additional features. From soothing Animal Crossing soundtracks to the whimsical and epic Legend of Zelda masterpieces, music in Nintendo games has a certain charm that fans love. Thanks to a new music app launched by Nintendo, fans can enjoy these tunes on their smart devices.
Dragon Ball Sparking Zero devs caution players about a major bannable offence
Gaming Michelle Cornelia ❘ Published: 2024-10-31T02:42:29 Toei Animation Dragon Ball Sparking Zero players should avoid doing one particular thing in the game if they want to keep playing. Before Dragon Ball Sparking Zero fully launched, third-party mods for the game had already started surfacing on the internet, leading players to pull off some insane-looking battles – like playing as CJ from GTA against other characters from the franchise.
One Piece Gear 5 debut director breaks silence on Fish-Man Island remake
TV & Movies Anime Tulisha srivastava ❘ Published: 2024-10-29T16:04:31 Crunchyroll One Piece’s anime is set to release a remastered version of the Fish-Man Island Saga, and here’s what the director Episode 1071 (which featured the debut of Gear 5) has to say about it. While the One Piece anime has taken a break from the Egghead Island Arc, Toei will keep fans entertained with a revamped version of the Fish-Man Island Saga.
VTuber Nyanners banned on Twitch while playing butt slapping simulator
Entertainment Twitch Michael Gwilliam ❘ Published: 2024-10-24T21:41:32 X/NyanNyanners Popular VTuber Nyanners was banned on Twitch while playing a game where the objective is to slap a gluteus maximus. Pink-haired Vtuber Nyanners has been one of the biggest VTubers on the platform with over one million followers to her name, but on October 24, she was hit with a sudden ban on Twitch.
Fallout 76 Ghoul perks sound absolutely broken
Gaming Fallout 76 Sam Smith ❘ Published: 2024-10-24T12:26:51 Bethesda Fallout 76 will let players transform into a Ghoul in 2025, and the perks look like they’re going to be the deadliest thing in the game yet. The Fallout Day Broadcast shed some more light on the Ghoul gameplay update that’s coming to Fallout 76 sometime in 2025, and it looks like some players are going to become extremely overpowered.
Leaked multiplayer Pokemon game footage reveals mounts in action and a gun
Gaming Pokemon Michelle Cornelia ❘ Published: 2024-10-22T03:05:17 The Pokemon Company More Pokemon leaks have dropped, revealing a co-op multiplayer game focusing on rampaging and mounting mons as well as a gun. The last few weeks have been wild for Pokemon fans, as Game Freak suffered a massive data leak, revealing all sorts of unpublished game builds, content, and so much more. Among these leaks is a Pokemon game described to have similar gameplay to Splatoon.
Bryan Cranston reprised his role as Walter White but don’t get too excited
Gaming TV & Movies Ethan Dean ❘ Published: 2024-10-21T05:57:08 New Mexico Tourism Department Byan Cranston has donned the bald cap and grown out his goatee for another appearance as Walter White. Just not for film or TV. It’s been 11 years since the end of Breaking Bad; the show which brought the iconic Walter White to screens. Hailed as one of the best TV shows of all time in more than a few top-100 lists, the chemistry teacher-turned-meth kingpin is a big part of its success.
One Piece is easier to get into than you might think, even after 25 years
TV & Movies Anime Anthony McGlynn ❘ Published: 2024-10-20T12:52:29 Crunchyroll After 25 years, One Piece may seem like a vast ocean for potential new fans, but getting into the myriad adventures of the Straw Hats isn’t the epic undertaking you might think. For a long time, I was someone who wrote off One Piece due to the sheer amount of it. When I first heard of Luffy and his crew, the anime show and manga were already hundreds of episodes and chapters deep. Catching up seemed like a lot of work.
The Beginning After The End anime officially coming to Crunchyroll in 2025
TV & Movies Anime Anthony McGlynn ❘ Updated: 2024-10-19T16:30:00 Tapas Crunchyroll will be streaming The Beginning After The End anime in 2025, as the landmark adaptation was revealed at New York Comic-Con 2024. As The Beginning After The End Season 6 continues, creator TurtleMe has revealed that the long-awaited anime show is finally happening.
One Piece Fish-Man Island remake: Everything you need to know
TV & Movies Anime Tulisha srivastava ❘ Published: 2024-10-18T15:17:25 Crunchyroll With the One Piece anime going on a long hiatus, Toei is set to broadcast the remastered version of the Fish-Man Island Saga. The One Piece anime hiatus has shocked fans across the world, but Toei Animation has another plan to keep fans entertained. We’re getting a remastered version of the Fish-Man Island Saga, the first saga after the time-skip.
One Piece introduces mysterious new character similar to Kaido
TV & Movies Anime Tulisha srivastava ❘ Published: 2024-10-16T09:42:07 Crunchyroll The ongoing Land of the Gods Arc in One Piece introduces a mysterious new character who shares one similarity with Kaido. One Piece manga takes a brief detour after the Egghead Arc. Instead of commencing the highly-anticipated Elbaf Arc, we see Luffy and half of the Straw Hats in a mysterious kingdom. However, Chapter 1130 spoilers confirm that the story will soon head to Elbaf.
UFC boss Dana White freaks out pulling $10K Neymar card
Entertainment Molly Byrne ❘ Published: 2024-10-15T22:07:43 Instagram: danawhite Dana White might not be the biggest fan of soccer, but his recent pull from a Topps Dynasty box of trading cards had him thinking otherwise. UFC President and CEO, Dana White, was shocked when he pulled a Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior trading card worth $10K. In a viral clip, White slowly pulled a Topps trading card with the Brazilian soccer player on it.
How to defeat Ultra Instinct Goku in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Episode Battle
Gaming Eleni Thomas ❘ Published: 2024-10-14T04:28:05 Dexerto/Bandai Namco Jiren’s Episode Battle campaign has you face Ultra Instinct Goku in an epic yet truly difficult battle. Here are the best tips and tricks for defeating Goku in his strongest form. Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero has finally arrived. The new installment in the beloved Budokai Tenkaichi franchise is already proving to be a smash hit with fans and the wider gaming community.
Kick reveals VTuber-friendly changes amid Twitch rule controversy
Entertainment Kick Josh Taylor ❘ Published: 2024-10-12T14:24:21 Kick Kick has started to implement more VTuber changes to the streaming platform to attract streamers amid Twitch’s ongoing rule change controversy. VTubers were left furious after Twitch altered its attire policy rules on October 7 requiring virtual models to be fully covered up and Kick looks set to be trying to take advantage of the situation with new features.
How to watch Dragon Ball Daima – streaming release schedule - Dexerto
TV & Movies Anime Tulisha srivastava ❘ Published: 2024-10-11T14:52:44 Crunchyroll Dragon Ball Daima is finally here, so let’s look at the highly-anticipated anime’s episode schedule, where and what time to watch it on Crunchyroll, and more. For the past 40 years, Dragon Ball has been one of the most popular anime and manga franchises in the world. It has several sequels, spin-offs, movies, and even games under its belt, and its newest release is Dragon Ball Daima.
All Jiren branching paths in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Episode mode
Gaming Eleni Thomas ❘ Published: 2024-10-11T02:23:44 Dexerto/Bandai Namco Jiren’s campaign has one epic branching pathway in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero. Here is how to unlock it, as well as how to complete each unique Episode. Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero’s Episode Battle mode lets you relive the most epic moments from the anime. With eight characters to control in Episode mode, you can experience each Saga from multiple perspectives.
Mass Effect’s Commander Shepard backs Henry Cavill for live-action role but has some caveats Original
Gaming TV & Movies Brad Norton ❘ Published: 2024-10-11T01:11:56 Bioware Mass Effect’s Commander Shepard voice actor Mark Meer supports the idea of Henry Cavill getting the live-action gig, but he has some caveats. As he explained to Dexerto, a TV spinoff with an all-new story might be the best way forward. Despite millions of gamers rolling credits on the main Mass Effect trilogy all the way back in 2012, the franchise is still hotter than ever.
VTuber community furious as Twitch bans yet another creator on their birthday
Entertainment Twitch Michael Gwilliam ❘ Published: 2024-10-10T17:53:26 chromuchromu The Twitch VTubing community is not happy after one of its streamers, ‘chromuchromu,’ was suddenly banned on their birthday. Chromuchromu had a birthday celebration stream planned for October 10, but the festivities were cut short after they were hit with a seven-day ban. “I got banned on my birthday and I wasn’t breaking any Twitch TOS,” they claimed.
One Piece still hasn’t explained its most controversial panel after 22 years
TV & Movies Anime Tulisha srivastava ❘ Published: 2024-10-10T15:59:19 Crunchyroll The epic story of One Piece has several mysteries, one of which is about Blackbeard, a major antagonist of the series who was introduced 22 years ago with a rather confusing panel. The One Piece manga introduced Marshall D. Teach over 22 years ago in the Jaya Arc. Also known as Blackbeard, he is now one of the most dangerous pirates in the New World, who also holds the title of a Yonko.
Twitch responds as VTubers erupt over new attire policy: “We want to get this right”
Entertainment Twitch Virginia Glaze ❘ Published: 2024-10-09T23:23:39 Twitch: NeonHarper VTubers were left confused and angered after Twitch pointed out that its attire policy also applies to digital streamers, saying their hips must be covered as part of these rules.
VTubers claim Twitch “hates” them amid new rules on ‘covering up’
Entertainment Twitch Calum Patterson ❘ Published: 2024-10-09T10:54:06 Twitch / NeonHarper Following the introduction of new rules about attire on Twitch, the VTubing community is up in arms, with some claiming the platform is deliberately targeting the niche unfairly. VTubers use models to represent them on screen rather than a traditional camera setup, and these models are often costly to commission from artists.
All Gohan branching paths in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Episode mode Original
Gaming Eleni Thomas ❘ Published: 2024-10-09T02:13:44 Dexerto/Bandai Namco Gohan’s campaign in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero only has one unique Sparking timeline. Here is how to access and complete these unique pathways. Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero’s Episode mode allows gamers to relieve the biggest and best moments from the anime while also including branching pathways that reimagine pivotal storylines.
TeamSpeak crash reports skyrocket after Russia bans Discord
Entertainment Dylan Horetski ❘ Published: 2024-10-08T19:55:09 Discord Russia has banned Discord throughout the country and it immediately caused a jump in crash reports for another popular voice chat program. Since its launch in 2015, Discord has become the go-to place for all things voice and text chat. It’s amassed over 200M monthly active users and has over 28M servers made by people from around the world.
Twitch rule changes make VTubers cover up and they’re furious
Entertainment Twitch Connor Bennett ❘ Published: 2024-10-08T09:52:47 X: ScarleYonaguni VTubers have been hit by a new Twitch rule change that requires their models to be fully covered up, and they’re not entirely happy about it. Over the last few years, the phenomenon of VTubing has been on the rise.
How to make Custom Battles in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero
Gaming Guides Tyler Constable ❘ Published: 2024-10-07T22:00:00 Dexerto / Bandai Namco 1 All Custom Battle types 2 Sharing your Battles Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero lets fans relive some great fights, and also create their own using Custom Battle mode. From taking your fights online, to experiencing all the epic moments and enticing What-If scenarios of Episode Battle, there’s a lot of great content packed into Sparking Zero.
One Piece inspires new slogan by Japanese police
TV & Movies Anime Anthony McGlynn ❘ Published: 2024-10-05T11:54:08 Shonen Jump The influence of Eiichiro Oda, creator of One Piece, is spreading into his own local police force, per a reference spotted by residents in Japan. By this point, One Piece needs no introduction. One of the best anime and manga ever, not to mention one of the longest-running, Eiichiro Oda’s pirate saga has enthralled readers and viewers for generations now.
One Piece novel contains heartbreaking Usopp detail you may have missed
TV & Movies Anime Tulisha srivastava ❘ Published: 2024-10-04T14:01:57 Crunchyroll The official One Piece novel features the Straw Hat stories, but Usopp’s tale is particularly heartbreaking, so here’s what happens. One Piece’se ‘Straw Hat Stories’, written by Tomohito Ohsaki features stories about the crew told from normal people’s point of view. One of the stories includes Usopp’s hometown, where a mysterious man almost wins Kaya’s heart.
Pokemon TCG player allegedly suspended for calling out harassment
Gaming Pokemon Michelle Cornelia ❘ Published: 2024-10-04T06:45:19 The Pokemon Company One Pokemon TCG player was allegedly suspended for their post calling out an alleged harrassment that took place during the Baltimore Regional Championships. When you’re competing against other players in a Pokemon tournament, things can go wrong from time to time.
All upcoming Minecraft features 2024: New mob, biome & everything we know
Gaming Minecraft Jessica Filby ❘ Published: 2024-10-01T10:26:55 Mojang / Dexerto Minecraft is constantly boasting epic updates featuring new mobs, highly anticipated features, and so much more to keep your adventure fresh and exciting. While the design of Minecraft may stay the same, its features are far from dated.
Eiichiro Oda planned the One Piece ending 25 years ago
TV & Movies Anime Tulisha srivastava ❘ Published: 2024-09-30T15:20:34 Crunchyroll One Piece fans have always been curious about what kind of ending Oda will give them but little do they know is that the conclusion is already set in stone. One Piece is one of the most popular Shonen manga and anime series. Its layers of mysteries add to the story’s charm. One of the biggest mysteries in One Piece is the legendary treasure that Luffy wants to acquire. The King of the Pirates, Gol D.
SNL fans hail presidential election candidates as “greatest casting in history”
TV & Movies Kayla Harrington ❘ Published: 2024-09-29T18:45:06 NBC With the premiere of Saturday Night Live Season 50, fans can’t stop praising the casting choices for the 2024 U.S. presidential candidates on the show. As the United States heads into its 2024 presidential election season, it can be hard to find things to laugh at and agree on, but SNL is back on the small screen to help with that issue.
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