Want to watch the economy fail via your DS? Soon, you can

Since Nintendo is deadset on transforming the DS into a portable necessity you use for everything (except phone calls, of course, that would be too handy!), it makes perfect sense that you should be able to learn about how the economy works using the little handheld. Never one to miss an opportunity, Nintendo has struck up a deal with Tokyo stock market index Nikkei to produce a DS title that teaches the basics of how the economy works by using learning games and quizzes....

August 3, 2025 · 1 min · 127 words · Mrs. Kristina Davenport DVM

Weekly Watchlist Vol. 4 – Fantastic foundations and found family with real heart (July 28-Aug 4)

Hey there, Destructoid, and welcome to another week. This time, we’re taking a look at Marvel’s two most recent movies, which areThe Fantastic Four: First StepsandThunderbolts*. The Fantastic Four: First Stepsis quite new and was just released on July 25, whileThunderbolts*has been out for a bit after launching back on May 2. Both projects share a similar focus on teamwork and family, exhibiting plenty of heart and a promising future for the MCU....

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 676 words · Andrew Kim

What’s new in the Love is in the Air event in World of Warcraft 2025

Some ofWorld of Warcraft’sseasonal events have been going on for most, if not all, of its 20-year reign.Most years, nothing changes. This year’s “Love is in the Air” event has some fancy new items to grab! The majority of the content is found in the Gala of Gifts. It’s located outside Orgrimmar and Stormwind, depending on your faction. If you’re in Dornogal, there’s a portal directly to the Gala near the bank....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 346 words · Briana Rush

You have a chance to name these three new Skylanders

Let’s all go in together to name the dolphin one Max Scoville Frito-Lay and Activision are holding a little promotion to let fans name these three brand newSkylandercharacters that will appear in the next game coming out in 2014. There’s just something so off about that dolphin creature. From now until March 21, fans canvisit this page, pick one of the three new heroes, then submit a suggested name and a 200-word description of why you chose the name....

August 3, 2025 · 1 min · 163 words · Kenneth Baker

A new ROG Ally is in the works, will be designed for ‘enthusiast’ gamers

Since the Steam Deck, a few alternative handheld gaming PCs have been hitting the market. While we’re still waiting for Valve to give details about a possible follow-up to its own device, we’ve already seen thatLenovo is planning a next-gen Legion Go. Now, Asus is quick to follow suit. In the latest video from the ROG Global YouTube channel, hosts Jake Kulinski and Whitson Gordon are keen to bring us news that a new ROG Ally is currently in the works....

August 2, 2025 · 2 min · 299 words · Julie Mcclain

ArenaNet to hold a public beta for Guild Wars 2: Heart of Thorns’ Stronghold mode

PVP only right now Guild Wars 2‘sHeart of Thornsexpansionis shaping up to be a great addition to the game, and soon, you’ll be able to experience part of it ahead of schedule. Developer ArenaNet has announced that they will be holding a public beta for the Stronghold PVP mode, open for 24 hours on April 14 at noon, PST. On April 10 the developer will hold a “boot camp” stream so you can learn the ins and outs of the mode....

August 2, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Amber Webster

Armcannon’s third album coming in 2013, brother!

Are you a real sexy American boy? Ahhhhh… the elusive videogame cover bandArmcannon! For years, I have tried to see these cats perform live, and time and time again, events transpire to prevent me from achieving my goal. I will not be denied by the cruel hands of fate! Next time, Gadget! Next time! If you haven’t heard these guys, you should check out some of their material onBandcamp. After you’ve had your faces appropriately rocked, strap yourselves down and patiently await their third full-length album, available in early 2013 — quite possibly right on New Year’s Day, if the YouTube description is any indication....

August 2, 2025 · 1 min · 121 words · John Rogers

Before you download Monster Hunter XX’s region free Switch demo, get a brief look at it

Here’s a short gameplay video As we already mentioned this week,Monster Hunter XXisn’t confirmed for the west yet (though Capcom gave us their cheeky “anything can happen” type response). Don’t fret though, because this Switch exclusive will be super easy to import if you followour handy guidefor the region-free eShop — which will help you also net the demo on August 10. If you have no intention of wading through Japanese or don’t own a Switch, you can check out this cute Felyne-centric clip below instead....

August 2, 2025 · 1 min · 93 words · Melinda Tyler

Best players for EA FC 25 Creative Finisher evolution

The Creative Finisher evolution is live inEA FC 25, and you can complete it to upgrade a lower-rated item for free. This evolution is perfect for an attacking unit, with stat boosts, new roles, and playstyles on offer. Let’s take a look at the best contenders for the evolution, and who you can include as recipients for the upgrades. Table of contents EA FC 25 Creative Finisher Evolution requirements Here are the requirements of the Creative Finisher Evolution inEA FC 25....

August 2, 2025 · 1 min · 162 words · Kevin Townsend

Bethesda finally details first three Fallout 4 DLCs, Season Pass price is going up

Here’s all the info Bethesda is done with the “Mystery Season Pass” nonsense. At least, partially, as it has detailed the first three (of four, originally, but read on to see how plans have changed) DLCs coming toFallout 4. The initial offering is coming in March. It’s calledAutomatron, and it’s priced at $9.99. It involves “hordes of evil robots” and “the devious Robobrain.” You’ll harvest them to build your own robot companions, with “hundreds of mods” and voices....

August 2, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Zachary Mitchell

Burn zombies in Burn Zombie Burn!’s game modes

Just in case you didn’t know, the PlayStation Network exclusive arcade shooterBurn Zombie Burn!is dropping on March 26 — a mere few weeks after you’ve got your T-virus on inResident Evil 5, which hits streets today. The developer forBurn Zombie Burn!, doublesix, has passed around a short video showing off some of the multiplayer (and single player) in a rapid fashion. I have to point out — yeah, I’m drawing on the zombie game parallel — that doublesix’s multiplayer will be included with original purchase....

August 2, 2025 · 5 min · 911 words · Marc Parrish

Comments of the Week 47: The Ultimate Dad

I thought the hype was nothing but bluster. I thought the critics were wrong. I thought, for a fleeting second, thatYou Were Never Really Herewas going to be unable to live up to both its potential and overwhelming praise. But bloody hell is it a damn good movie, one of the best of the year; like a violence-fueled amalgamation ofDriveandTaxiDriverwith Joaquin Phoenix delivering a typically powerful performance. Oh yeah, andGod of Warcame out and turned out to be one of the best exclusives around, on any system....

August 2, 2025 · 3 min · 585 words · Scott Campos

Contest: Win a 3-day badge for PAX South!

Get yer PAX in gear [UPDATE: Show’s over, folks! Winners have been selected, responded to in the comments below, and emailed with further info, so check your emails and get out there to PAX!] ‘Twas the day after Christmas, and all through the South,Mr. Dtoid had PAX badges to give away, and also never learned how to rhyme That’s our special holiday song we like to sing when we have 15 badges for PAX South to give away....

August 2, 2025 · 1 min · 202 words · Justin Johnson