If you've ever seen the mods that put Thomas the Tank Engine in Fallout 4, Resident Evil Village, and The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim, it was largely due to the work of modder known as Trainwiz‬. Now, Trainwiz has struck again by placing Thomas in The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind, while hinting that he's been on the receiving end of Mattel's displeasure for his work. Trainwiz‬ released the Really Useful Cliffracers mod on Nexus Mods, which swaps out the flying cliff racers with Thomas the Tank Engine. Trainwiz also left comments on the page that read like a direct challenge to Mattel. "I made a mod that replaces cliffracers with Thomas the Tank Engine," wrote ‪Trainwiz‬. "I am incapable of learning lessons whenever it involves corporations, because I fundamentally do not view toy company CEOs or media CEOs as people."Continue Reading at GameSpot

Microtransactions have become a standard part of video games, albeit one that is still heavily criticized to this day. Cosmetics and new DLC form the bulk of these quick purchases, which are typically introduced as optional preorder and post-launch content that complements a video game. One such game that sells cosmetics is Assassin's Creed Shadows, and associate game director Simon Lemay-Comtois recently spoke about how these items have provided vital post-launch financial support. "Microtransactions, for all the flak it gets, it allows us to do the Isu stuff, the quest stuff, the parkour updates, all of it," Lemay-Comtois said to IGN, arguing in favor for DLC. Assassin's Creed games don't operate in a vacuum when it comes to optional extras, as almost every AA and AAA released these days offers some form of additional content that you'll have to pay extra for. Call of Duty is notorious for its crossover skins, fighting games like Street Fighter 6 regularly release new characters to play as, and premium in-game currencies bought with real-world cash are very common. Assassin's Creed Shadows has received substantial free content since its launch earlier this year, and it recently received a major update. This added a new crossover with the hit anime series Attack on Titan, a new quest titled The Puzzlement, and Corrupted Castles will offer more variety, all for free.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Master Chief creator Marcus Lehto has recalled his initial design process for the now-iconic character, saying he and the team at Bungie "tried a lot of things" before settling on the look everyone now knows. "The creation of the Master Chief is something that I went through so many ringers to try to find the right look, the right feel, the right stature for such a character," Lehto said in an interview with Kent State Magazine. Lehto attended Kent State. The report said some of the early designs for Master Chief were "too slender, too stylized." To come up with the final design, Lehto said he look at a variety of things for inspiration, including an M1 Abrams tank, the line of an Apache helicopter, and a BMX helmet.Continue Reading at GameSpot

While Nintendo usually limits its Nintendo Switch Online drops to one platform at a time, today it is adding two new games each from two different classic platforms: Battletoads and Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword Of Chaos for NES, and Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters and Bionic Commando for Game Boy. Of the new additions, Rare's 1991 NES beat-em-up Battletoads is remembered by gamers for being one of the most difficult games of the era, with many planning a rematch as the game comes to Switch for the first time. These #NES and #GameBoy games are now available to play for #NintendoSwitchOnline members! NES: ☑️ Ninja Gaiden II™: The Dark Sword of Chaos ☑️ BATTLETOADS™ Game Boy: ☑️ Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters ☑️ BIONIC COMMANDO pic.twitter.com/Y6qkIiZcg2 — Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) November 26, 2025 The new drop of games also includes two sequels to games that are already part of the Nintendo Switch Online library. Tecmo's Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword Of Chaos is the second game in the franchise's NES trilogy, following on from the original Ninja Gaiden, which is already on Nintendo Switch Online. Game Boy title Kid Icarus: Of Myths And Monsters is also a sequel to the original Kid Icarus, which is also available in the Nintendo Switch Online's NES library.Continue Reading at GameSpot

It appears the PlayStation 5 game Death Stranding 2: On the Beach from Hideo Kojima could be released on PC, just like the first game. A rating for the game on PC has popped up on the ESRB's database. Games typically receive ratings from various groups before they are released, suggesting the as-yet unannounced PC version could release soon. The 2019 original Death Stranding released on PC in July 2020, which was about eight months after the game originally launched for PS4 in November 2019. Sony owns the publishing rights to Death Stranding and decides when it's released on other platforms, and increasingly, PC is becoming a bigger revenue source for the company. A recent report said Sony's various PC releases thus far have brought in more than $1 billion collectively.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Digimon Adventure: Season 1 (English Dub) (Blu-ray) $48 (was $80) See at Amazon Digimon fans can save big on the original Digimon Adventure TV series in Amazon's Black Friday sale. The English-dubbed Blu-ray edition of Digimon Adventure: Season 1 is on sale for $48 (was $80). Deals on Digimon Adventure tend to sell out fast, and the English dub version typically sells for anywhere from $64 to full price. Season 1 hasn't been priced this low in nearly six months. The perfect deal to pair Season 1 with is Digimon The Movies 1-3 Collection, a prequel to the TV series featuring newly restored, uncut versions of the first three Digimon films. Digimon The Movies 1-3 Collection is on sale for an all-time low price of $18 (was $30). Amazon's Black Friday sale also includes Digimon Adventure 02: The Beginning on Blu-ray for $14.49 (was $27).Continue Reading at GameSpot

Apple Watch SE 40mm (Second Generation) $129 Apple Watch SE2 40mm with GPS Apple Watch SE2 40mm with GPS + Cellular Apple Watch SE 44mm (Second Generation) $159 Apple Watch SE2 44mm with GPS Apple Watch SE2 44mm with GPS + Cellular What time is it? It's time to check out these Black Friday deals on Apple Watches at Walmart. While multiple models are seeing discounts, one of the best budget-friendly options on sale right now is the Apple Watch SE second-generation line. You can buy a GPS-enabled 40mm version for $129 (was $279), a 44mm SE2 model for $159 (was $279), or grab the cellular version of both models for the same price. Apple Watch SE 40mm (Second Generation) $129 Not just useful for checking the time at the flick of a wrist, the Apple Watch SE2 is an affordable option for tracking your health and fitness. These are designed to seamlessly connect with your Apple devices, are water-resistant to 50 meters, and can be easily customized with a range of optional watch bands and watch faces sold separately. Anyone looking to track their activity can explore various metrics that the watch tracks, making this a solid option for first-time users. Other features include Fall Detection, Crash Detection, and Emergency SOS. The watch also offers three months of Apple Fitness+ for free with the Workout app. This deal applies to all GPS and GPS + Cellular models in any available color while stock lasts. Apple Watch SE2 40mm with GPS Apple Watch SE2 40mm with GPS + Cellular Apple Watch SE 44mm (Second Generation) $159 If your wrist is on the larger side, you'll want to grab the 44mm Apple Watch as these have wider bands. Like the 40mm version above, this deal applies to all GPS and GPS + Cellular models in any available color. Apple Watch SE2 44mm with GPS Apple Watch SE2 44mm with GPS + Cellular The Apple Watch SE2 earned positive reviews after it launch in 2022, with critics noting that it offered users a sharp Retina display, powerful processor, and versatile health-monitoring tools. Considering that these watches still command a high price tag--and newer models cost even more--we're not expecting Walmart's SE2 stock to last long. Anyone looking for a fashion statement can also check out these deals on watches inspired by classic video games and consoles. The officially licensed Atari 2600, Space Invaders, and Tetris watches aren't just colorful tributes to video game history; they're interactive devices preloaded with video and arcade games that you can play on them.Continue Reading at GameSpot

The Last of Us Seasons 1 and 2 on 4K Blu-ray Watch the hit show in 4K with these discounted Blu-rays See at Amazon HBO's The Last of Us TV series has been hailed as one of the best video game adaptations, and for Black Friday, you can get 4K Blu-rays of the show's two seasons at a new low price. Based on the critically acclaimed games developed by Naughty Dog, The Last of Us Season 1 is on sale for $16.49 (was $20), and Season 2 is available for $27.49 (was $40). A limited-edition steelbook version of this Blu-ray is also on sale for $35 (was $45). Check out both deals below, along with links to even more Last of Us deals available during Black Friday. The Last of Us Season 1 (4K Blu-ray) $16.49 (was $20) Season 1 of The Last of Us adapted the first game in the series for TV. Starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, the HBO show follows the pair as they journey across the post-pandemic US, a country devastated by an outbreak of a lethal Cordyceps fungus. The first season ran for nine episodes, and each episode is accompanied by a short documentary detailing its production. Additional bonus materials include featurettes on how the video game was adapted for TV, profiles of the actors, and how the TV show connected to the video game source material. The Last of Us Season 1 Special Features: * Inside the Episode (No. 1-9) * Controllers Down: Adapting The Last of Us * From Levels to Live Action * The Last of Us: Stranger than Fiction * Ashley Johnson Spotlight * Get to Know Me: Actor profiles * Is This a The Last of Us Line? * The Last Debrief with Troy Baker See at Amazon The Last of Us Season 2 (4K Blu-ray) $27.49 (was $40) Season 2 of The Last of Us adapted the first half of the second game in the series. Set several years later, Season 2 is mostly told from Ellie's perspective, focusing on the consequences of Season 1's climactic ending. All seven episodes from Season 2 are included, along with special features including behind-the-scenes featurettes, deep dives into the characters, and interviews. These bonus materials all originally aired on HBO, but the Blu-ray does include two exclusive special features: Ellie's Ultimate Revenge explores Ellie's motivations throughout Season 2 and Beneath the Surface: The Visual FX of The Last of Us offers a closer look at how the world around the characters was created with props and grisly special effects. The Last of Us Season 2 Bonus Features: * Ellie's Ultimate Revenge (New) * Beneath the Surface: The Visual FX of The Last of Us (New) * Growing the World of The Last of Us * Welcome to Jackson set tour * Joel's Journey to Season 2 * Ellie's Journey to Season 2 * Q&A with Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey * The Battle of Jackson, deconstructed * Open Book: Isabela & Young Mazino * Mushroom Taste Test * Character featurettes: Joel, Ellie, Abby, Dina * "Making of" featurettes for episodes 1-7 See at Amazon The Last of Us Season 2 Limited Edition Steelbook (4K Blu-ray) $35 (was $45) The steelbook edition contains the exact same special features, but the big draw here is the cover art of Joel and Ellie, flanked by Cordyceps virus iconography. See at Amazon HBO's The Last of Us series is a mostly faithful adaptation of the video games, and if you'd like to experience the source material, the PS5 remastered editions of both games are currently on sale during Black Friday. The Last of Us Part 1 is a remake of the original PS3 game and is now discounted to $30 (was $70). This version features substantially upgraded graphics and quality-of-life updates, as well as the Left Behind prequel chapter, new weapons, upgrades, visual filters, and a Speedrun Mode. The Last of Us Part 2 was already a good-looking game when it first debuted on PS4, but the PS5 version makes it look even better. The remastered version includes the original game and adds visual upgrades and levels featuring behind-the-scenes commentary from Naughty Dog developers. Additionally, you can explore three "Lost Levels" that weren't included in the game, test your skills in the roguelike survival mode No Return, and strum a few chords in Guitar Free Play mode.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Complete Classic Series (1987-1996) DVD Box Set $22 (was $26.59) See at Amazon Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Complete Series (2012-2017) DVD Box Set $20.49 (was $34) See at Amazon The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have been a mainstay of pop culture since their debut in the mid-1980s. While the team has seen numerous incarnations and reboots over the years, one of the most iconic is the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles animated series that ran from 1987 to 1996. If you're in the mood to revisit those classic episodes--or introduce the series to a young fan--you can grab the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Complete Classic Series (1987-1996) DVD Box Set for just $22 (was $26.59) thanks to an early Black Friday deal at Amazon. And for those who want to enjoy some of the Turtles' later adventures, you can also grab a DVD box set of the 2012 Nickelodeon revival series for $20.49 (was $34). Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Complete Classic Series (1987-1996) DVD Box Set $22 (was $26.59) The animated series that helped TMNT go mainstream, this box set includes all 193 episodes that aired across 10 seasons from 1987 to 1996. A family-friendly adaptation of the comic books, the series followed the Turtles, Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo, and Raphael, as they faced the Shredder, Krang, and other threats in New York City. The DVD collection features more than three hours of bonus content, including Under the Shell featurettes on key characters, a short documentary on the show’s cultural impact, and a retrospective on the creation of the TMNT franchise. See at Amazon Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Complete Series (2012-2017) DVD Box Set $20.49 (was $34) Following Viacom’s acquisition of the TMNT brand, a new CG animated series debuted in 2012. It kept the core elements of TMNT intact, while adding fresh takes on familiar characters and emphasizing the Turtles’ ninja skills as they battled new threats to Manhattan. This box set includes all 124 episodes from the show’s five seasons, spread across 20 discs. See at Amazon Several other TMNT DVDs and Blu-rays are on sale during Black Friday, including a 4K remaster collection of the original TMNT live-action film trilogy From Arrow Video that's on sale for $59.30 (was $100). The set includes 4K restorations of all three films. The 1990 film was restored from the original 35mm camera negatives, while the second and third films were restored from the original 35mm interpositives. Like other Arrow Video releases, the movies include Dolby Vision, HDR10, lossless stereo audio, and Dolby Atmos soundtracks, along with hours of special features. There's also new director commentary tracks for each film, new cast and crew interviews, and other materials. We've rounded up several more TMNT films and TV series deals into the list below, including the 2007 CGI movie, the 2010s live-action reboots, and 2023's animated film Mutant Mayhem. For other holiday discounts on Blu-rays, video games, graphic novels, and more, check out GameSpot's Black Friday Deals Hub.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Ticket to Ride $27.49 (was $55) See at Amazon Need a fresh board game to play during your next holiday party or family gathering? The popular Ticket to Ride is 50% off at Amazon during Black Friday, bringing it down to its lowest price ever of $27.49 (was $55). It's sitting at 4.8/5 stars on Amazon with over 27,000 reviews, and most critics agree it's a fantastic strategy game with impressive longevity and replayability. If you're interested in the deal, you'll want to grab it soon--the discount is only available for a limited time, and with how popular the game is, there's a chance it could sell out even before Amazon's Black Friday Sale winds down. Ticket to Ride $27.49 (was $55) Ticket to Ride supports up to five players and is designed for ages eight and up. You'll be tasked with expanding your rail network across America with several different ways to achieve victory (such as collecting color sets of train cards or building the longest routes on the board). The rules are pretty simple for everyone to learn, but there's enough depth to the action that there's always something new to explore or a new strategy to attempt. See at Amazon Ticket to Ride's publisher, Asmodee, has a few other great board games on sale for Black Friday if you're looking to stock up with even more titles for holiday game nights. One of the most popular board games, Carcassonne, is available for $21 (was $42). The classic game sees you building an ever-changing landscape as you attempt to claim various landmarks and score points. This version features eye-catching artwork on the game pieces, and a redesigned rulebook aimed at making it easier to learn the rules. For something totally different, Heat: Pedal to the Metal is $48 (was $75). This is the best price ever for the frantic racing game, which sees up to six players managing a hand of cards and upgrading their vehicles as they seek to be the first across the finish line. The game also includes solo okay rules, allowing you to hone your skills before thrashing your buddies on game night. Check out all the Asmodee board games on sale at Amazon during Black Friday, and be sure to check out GameSpot's Black Friday Deals Hub for discounts on other board games, video games, graphic novels, and more. More Black Friday Board Games And Tabletop Deals At Amazon * Board Games * Card Games * Trading Card Games * Handheld Games * B1G1 50% Off Board Games * Ravensburger games * Asmodee games Amazon Black Friday Gaming Deals Check out all of the video game and hardware discounts. See at Amazon Sign up for GameSpot's Weekly Deals Newsletter:Continue Reading at GameSpot

Apple MacBook Air M1 13.3" Laptop $549 (was $649) Silver Space Grey When you're on the hunt for a new laptop, Black Friday is a great time to score a big discount on what could be your next workhorse device. One such discount we've spotted is on the Apple MacBook Air, which is now $100 off at Walmart. On sale for $550 (Was $650) in Silver and Space Gray, this model is equipped with the M1 chipset and a sharp 13.3-inch Retina Display, making it a good option for anyone on a budget. Apple MacBook Air M1 13.3" Laptop $549 (was $649) The MacBook Air M1 generation is a few years old, but it still offers high performance for its price. It has a battery life of up to 18 hours from a full charge, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. The M1 silicone chip that it uses set new performance benchmarks when Apple first introduced it, allowing this laptop to serve multiple roles. Casual users can browse the net, watch Netflix, and run work applications through it. If you're looking for something that can handle moderately demanding tasks like 4KK video editing or light gaming with the seven-core GPU, this MacBook can do so as well. All of this hardware is contained in a durable aluminum body that gives the MacBook Air a slim profile thanks to its fanless design. The laptop also features three built-in microphones and an HD camera for online meetings, and it supports Wi-Fi 6 and Thunderbolt 4 for high-speed data transfer via USB-C. This makes the M1 ideal for a college student thanks to its travel-friendly design. Silver Space Grey If you'd prefer the newer MacBook Air, Amazon is offering a $250 discount on this year's M4 model. Both the 13-inch and 15-inch models are discounted and available in multiple hardware configurations and colorways. These laptops have seen significant improvements in their specs, most notably the M4 chip, which offers higher processing performance and better energy efficiency over previous generations of the processor. Here's a look at all the discounted MacBook Air M4 models: MacBook Air M4 Black Friday Deals * MacBook Air M4 13-inch * 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD -- $749 ($999) * 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD -- $949 ($1,199) * 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD -- $1,149 ($1,399) * MacBook Air M4 15-inch * 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD -- $949 ($1,199) * 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD -- $1,149 ($1,399) * 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD -- $1,349 ($1,599) --- Amazon is also offering big discounts on gaming laptops. The deals cover several brands, like MSI and Asus, so if you prefer Windows, you'll want to take a look at these. For even more Black Friday price cuts on PC hardware, Blu-rays, and more, be sure to check GameSpot's Black Friday Deals Hub.Continue Reading at GameSpot

1TB SSDs $70 - $130 See at Amazon 2TB SSDs $135 - $190 See at Amazon 4TB SSDs $240 (was $328) See at Amazon Solid-state drives (SSDs) have come a long way over the years, evolving from expensive storage devices into affordable upgrades for PCs and consoles. For Black Friday, SSDs from various manufacturers are on sale, with a wide range of capacities available. Considering that modern-day video games require more storage space than ever before, a storage capacity is an essential purchase for PC and console players--and grabbing one while they're on sale is a great opportunity to add a terabyte or four to your devices at more affordable price points. To help you find the best deals, we've rounded up a selection of discounted SSDs in the lists below. You'll find models that work on PC and PS5, as well as proprietary storage card expansions for Xbox Series X, and MicroSD cards for Switch, Switch 2, and Steam Deck. We've also thrown in a few SSD heatsinks and external drive options as well. Note that these are all limited-time deals, so pricing and availability may change. Once you've browsed all the SSD drives below, check out GameSpot's Black Friday Deals Hub for the latest discounts on hardware, video games, Blu-rays, and more. 1TB SSDs $70 - $130 1TB NVMe SSDs are some of the cheapest devices on the market, and Amazon is offering several models for under $100 during Black Friday. The BIWIN Black Opal NV7400 is on sale for $70 when you click the coupon on its page, while the Acer Predator GM7 and Crucial P310 2280 are just $80 each. All three SSDs provide comparable read/write speeds. There are also officially licensed PS5 SSDs from Seagate and Western Digital, but these do cost more than the options listed above. For PC gamers, we'd recommend the Crucial P510 with read/write speeds of up to 11,000/9,500 MB/s. While it will work with PS5 consoles as well, the specs are pure overkill for that system. * Crucial P310 2280 -- $80 ($109) * Crucial P510 -- $100 ($130) * Acer Predator GM7 (No heatsink) -- $80 with coupon ($101) * Biwin Black Opal NV7400 (No heatsink) -- $70 with coupon ($95) * WD Black SN850P -- $130 ($159) * Seagate 1TB Game Drive for PS5 -- $120 ($135) See at Amazon 2TB SSDs $135 - $190 While an extra terabyte is great for your system, a 2TB SSD is even better. These don't cost much more than the 1TB SSDs, and you can get one like the Crucial P310 2280 for as low as $135. This has read/write speeds of up to 6,000 MB/s and 7,100 MB/s, making it ideal for PS5 consoles. The more expensive options here include the officially licensed Seagate PS5 SSD for $170 (was $215) and the Crucial T710 for $190 (was $320). The Crucial SSD is once again specced beyond what is required for a PS5 console, so PC power users looking to handle demanding programs and move large files will want to consider grabbing this one. * Crucial P310 2280 -- $135 ($178) * Seagate 2TB Game Drive For PS5 -- $170 ($215) * Crucial T710 -- $190 ($320) See at Amazon 4TB SSDs $240 (was $328) A 4TB SSD is pretty big, but the benefit of installing one is that you'll future-proof your PC or PS5. One of the best deals we've seen so far for these chunky SSDs is the PS5-compatible Crucial P310, which will work just fine in a PC as well. It delivers up to 7,100 MB/s read and 6,000 MB/s write speeds, and it's on sale for $240 (was $328). See at Amazon SSD Heatsinks As mentioned above, some of these SSDs will require a heatsink. PS5 owners can get the Sabrent heatsink for just $10 (was $14), and it's designed to seamlessly fit an M.2 drive and replace the native PS5 cover when placed in the expansion bay. Constructed from high-quality CNC'd aluminum, this has been a popular choice because it efficiently disperses heat.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Batman: The Complete Animated Series on Blu-ray $28.49 (was $80) See at Amazon See at Walmart See at Amazon (DVD) See at Walmart (DVD) Batman Beyond: The Complete Series (Blu-ray) $19 (was $55) See at Amazon Batman fans can save big on movie box sets and TV series collections during Black Friday week at Amazon. There's a wide selection of 4K Blu-ray and Blu-ray deals across multiple eras of live-action Batman films. Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Trilogy 4K Blu-ray is on sale for only $29.49, while Tim Burton's Batman '89 and Batman Returns are collected in the Batman 4-Film 4K Blu-ray Collection for just $28. And if you're feeling nostalgic for the golden age of Batman animation, you can pick up the complete series Blu-ray box sets for Batman: The Animated Series, Batman Beyond, and The Batman for all-time low prices. Best Black Friday Batman Box Set Deals Here's a quick look at our favorite Batman box set deals in the sale:Continue Reading at GameSpot

After giving everyone a free Juice WRLD skin a year ago, Fortnite is once again offering a free licensed skin to mark the start of a new chapter. Anyone who logs into Fortnite between November 27 at 6 AM PT and December 1 at 6 AM PT will receive a skin based on Yuki Yubari, a character from Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill who didn't make the final cut of the movie when it was originally released.This Yuki Yubari skin is free to anyone who logs into Fortnite between November 27 and December 1. Back when Tarantino wrote his massive two-part epic Kill Bill, it included an additional sequence that was cut before filming, in which Yuki seeks revenge for the death of her sister Gogo, whom The Bride had killed during the battle at the House of Blue Leaves. Yuki finally sees the light of day in Fortnite Chapter 7, apparently. The Yuki Yubari skin is not actually in the Fortnite game files yet, so you won't be granted the skin until after Chapter 7 begins on November 29. Yuki is one of at least three Kill Bill-related skins coming to Fortnite in Chapter 7. The Bride herself will be included in the Chapter 7 Season 1 battle pass, and a skin based on Gogo Yubari will be sold in the item shop--and you can also earn it by purchasing a ticket in advance for a showing of Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair during its opening weekend.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Pokemon 24-Inch Plushies $25 (was $60) See all at Walmart A bunch of Pokemon plushies are on sale at Walmart for Black Friday, including 24-inch figures of iconic pocket monsters like Pikachu and Charizard. Psyduck, Dragonite, and Sprigatito are also among the discounted plushies, all of which are just $25 apiece (normally $60). These giant stuffed figures could make an awesome holiday gift for the Pokemon fans in your life, or you as a cuddly accent for your bedroom, game room, or living room. We've listed all of the stuffed Pokemon deals below, along with a selection of other collectible plushies available in Walmart's Black Friday sale. Pokemon 24-Inch Plushies $25 (was $60) There are five different Pokemon plushies eligible for the $35 discount: Psyduck, Charizard, Pikachu, Dragonite, and Sprigatito. All five are made of extra soft materials, are officially licensed Pokemon products, and clock in at an impressive two feet in size. All five look pretty great, though the Pikachu and Dragonite models might be the most adorable. Pikachu is wearing its signature smile, while Dragonite is giving a friendly wave. For something even cheaper (and slightly smaller), the Sleeping Pichu 18-Inch Plush is on sale $20.46 (was $30). This is yet another officially licensed plushie made with ultra-soft materials. Pokemon Plushies at Walmart See all at Walmart * Charizard 24-inch Plush -- $25 ($60) * Dragonite 24-inch Plush -- $25 ($60) * Pichu 18-inch Plush -- $20.46 ($30) * Pikachu 24-inch Plush -- $25 ($60) * Psyduck 24-inch Plush -- $25 ($60) * Sprigatito 24-inch Plush -- $25 ($60) --- Beyond these stuffed Pokemon characters, a few other plushies are also on sale for just $25 in Walmart's Black Friday sale. This includes a Jumbo 30-inch Stitch Plush based on Disney's popular fuzzy blue alien. If you're a lover of cartoon dogs, you can also grab a giant 36-inch Bluey Plush or a 27-inch Snoopy, both of which are part of Walmart's sale. You'll also find a few Winnie the Pooh characters on sale, including a 26-inch Pooh Plush. Check the list below for more Plushie deals in Walmart's Black Friday Sale. And don't forget to check GameSpot's Black Friday Deals Hub, which we're updating continuously throughout the holiday shopping season with all the best discounts.Continue Reading at GameSpot

This may be the winter of discontent for some Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 players. Activision has been notably quiet about the game's sales, and has yet to share metrics or statistics. There's also been an uptick in anger from fans over conspiracy issues related to the game's Skill-Based Matchmaking mode. That's led Charlie Olson--the creator of CoD's SBMM--to directly address some of those concerns himself. OIson--who spent a decade at Raven Software under Activision--shared a lengthy video on his YouTube channel that dives into how his SBMM is supposed to work. He also took the time to explain why Activision's announcement about bringing "open matchmaking" to Black Ops 7 didn't mean the game was dropping SBMM. If fans were expecting the chance to cut down inexperienced or casual players, they've been disappointed. Olson argues that it means the game has been dominated by "sweats," or experienced players, rather than rookie players. "Some players are leaving because they thought this tweet meant SBMM had been completely removed from the game, and then they felt betrayed by the inclusion of one standard matchmaking playlist, and then blamed it for stealing 'fodder' from the open playlist," explained Olson. "What's really going on here is there aren't enough casual players at launch to make open matchmaking the pubstomp that was expected or promise. If open lobbies are sweaty, it's because it's mostly sweats playing."Continue Reading at GameSpot

Whether you recently picked up the new Nintendo Switch 2 or are looking for something to play on the original Switch, you'll want to check out Best Buy's Black Friday sale, as numerous games for both systems are on sale during the event. The deals include price cuts on physical Switch and Switch 2 games, as well as discounts on digital edition Switch games. The Switch 2 deals are focused on third-party releases like Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion for $50 (was $70) or EA Sports FC 26 for $30 (was $70), while the list of discounted Switch titles covers a mix of first- and third-party games, including up to 50% off on select Nintendo-published games like Super Mario Odyssey and Splatoon 3, both of which are $30 (normally $60). Considering Nintendo first-party releases rarely go on sale--and when they do, it's not by much--this is a great chance to stock up on Switch games for the holidays. And since Switch games are backwards compatible with the Switch 2--and in some cases have Switch 2 upgrades available--they could make great gifts for players of either console. Best Buy Black Friday Switch & Switch 2 Deals at a Glance * See Switch 2 game deals at Best Buy * See Switch physical game deals at Best Buy * See Switch digital download deals at Best Buy * See Nintendo Amiibo deals at Best Buy There are dozens of Switch and Siwtch 2 games in Best Buy's sale--however, like many of Best Buy's Black Friday deals, these are limited-time offers and won't be around forever. So to help ensure you don't miss out on the savings, we've rounded up the best Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 game deals from Best Buy's sale into handy lists below. You can also check out the full lineup of discounts at Best Buy's online store, and can find even more holiday price cuts at GameSpot's Black Friday Deals Hub. Black Friday Switch 2 Games Deals at Best Buy While you won't find deals on first-party Nintendo games in Best Buy's sale (because, let's be honest--there aren't many Nintendo-published Switch 2 exclusive just yet), there is a solid selection of third-party titles on discount. Some noteworthy considerations are the acclaimed sandbox stealth-action game Hitman: World of Assassination - Signature Edition and Ubisoft's open-world Star Wars adventure Star Wars Outlaws: Gold Edition. You can also dive into the long-running Like A Dragon series while Yakuza 0 Switch 2 Edition. There are several more Switch 2 game deals in Best Buy's sale, and we've listed some of our favorites below.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Disney+ and Hulu Bundle (With Ads) $5/month (was $13/month) See at Disney+ Black Friday sales are officially here, and while the shopping event brings great deals on video games, Blu-rays, and books, you can also save on streaming subscriptions with this limited-time Black Friday deal on the Disney+, and Hulu (With Ads) bundle, dropping the price to just $5/month (normally $13/month) for 12 months. The discount will save you $96 over the course of the year--so if you've been looking for a cheap way to watch Hulu exclusives or your favorite Disney movies, this is a pretty great time to sign up. Disney+ and Hulu Bundle (With Ads) $5/month (was $13/month) This deal is only available to new and eligible returning subscribers, but if you qualify, it's a cheap way to take care of your streaming needs for 2026. For the holidays, you'll get access to hits like Home Alone, A Christmas Story, The Polar Express, and The Santa Clause. And if you have kids at home, they can look forward to upcoming shows like the second season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians. There are also two Taylor Swift releases coming to the platform, including a docuseries and a film covering the final concert of The Eras Tour. Check out the list below for a few more notable films and series available on Disney+ and Hulu. See at Disney+ Movies and TV Series Streaming on Disney+ and Hulu * Andor * Bob's Burgers * Frozen * The Handmaid's Tale * Lilo & Stitch * The Mandalorian * Moana 2 * Mufasa: The Lion King * One-Punch Man * Weapons Beyond all the shows on Disney+ and Hulu, folks who subscribe can access a variety of secondary perks. On December 1, Disney+ is rolling out its annual 12 Days of Disney+ Perks program, which sees a variety of limited-time offers each day, and joining now means you're eligible for all the special offers. While the list of perks is a mystery until each one is revealed, previous years have included discounts on DoorDash Dashpasses, Disney merch drops, coupons for Disney Parks & Resorts, and more. Hulu is running a similar promotion, though specifics are yet to be announced. The Disney+ Hulu (With Ads) discount runs until December 1, so you only have a few days to sign up at this discounted rate. Note that once the promotional period is over, your subscription will automatically roll over to the full $13/month price, unless you cancel ahead of time.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Fanatical's Black Friday Sale is now live, offering steep discounts on hundreds of PC games. As a bonus, if you spend $15 or more on a single order, you'll get to spin the Black Friday Sale Wheel. This gives you a chance to win anything from discount coupons to games (and all purchases also come with a guaranteed 5% off voucher for your next purchase). All games purchased at Fanatical are official keys for Steam or other launchers like the Epic Games Store. See all deals at Fanatical As for the game deals, you'll find several AAA RPGs in the event, such as The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition for $14.49 (was $50), The Elder Scrolls Online for $4.39 (was $20), and Fallout 76 for $8.79 (was $40). You can also grab the massive Warhammer 40,000 RPG, Rogue Trader: Voidfarer Edition, for just $35 (was $100). Both Monster Hunter Wilds and Monster Hunter Rise + Sunbreak are down to some of their best prices of the year. Wilds is just $41.29 (was $70) which is a great price for the newest entry in the series that launched earlier this year, while the Rise + Sunbreak bundle is just $8.39 (was $60), and is a solid pick for anyone who hasn't experienced it yet.Continue Reading at GameSpot

If you grew up during the '90s and played NBA Jam, then you know the voice of Tim Kitzrow. His memorable commentary on the game became part of NBA Jam's blockbuster success in arcades. However, Kitzrow has revealed that he was paid a very small amount for his work in the first game. While speaking with The Escapist, Kitzrow disclosed that he was paid $50 an hour for his work on NBA Jam, which was the same amount of money he made recording lines for Bally Midway's pinball machines. It wasn't until after the game was released that Kitzrow realized that he should have charged more. "I'd go in, do a couple of sessions, maybe 15 hours total, and that was it," recalled Kitzrow. "I wasn't smart enough, savvy enough to know the business, to go, 'Gee, these games make a lot of money, maybe I should make more than $50 an hour.' I didn't have an agent at the time ... When the game came out and I found out it made a billion dollars, that's when I realized I'd made like $800 and change ... I thought, 'Well, I'm probably being underpaid, I might want to raise my rate.'"Continue Reading at GameSpot

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 received a small update on November 25, and the patch notes revealed a much-needed fix for the campaign's Endgame mode. The update added a new protection for disconnects that previously caused players to lose all of their progress in the mode. Black Ops 7's Endgame works much like the high-risk/high-reward structure of extraction-style shooters. Players grind matches of Endgame to level up their characters' abilities and combat rating, and failing to successfully extract from the map means they lose everything. Unfortunately, players were losing everything to random disconnects and game crashes as well. Treyarch said it heard the feedback from players, and the new update adds a disconnect protection. Now when players drop into matches of Endgame, the game snapshots the player's Combat Rating at the start of the match. This means players will keep their progress that was snapshotted at the start of the match even if a disconnect or crash occurs.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Netflix's Assassin's Creed TV show is progressing ahead, it appears, with actor Toby Wallace joining the series as its first confirmed actor. Wallace, known for his roles on HBO's Euphoria and the movie The Bikeriders, will be a series regular on the show in an unspecified co-lead role, Deadline reported. Toby Wallace is entering the world of Assassin's Creed. He's the first series regular cast for the live-action series adaptation of Ubisoft's best-selling video game franchise. pic.twitter.com/BNwFV84QQL — Netflix (@netflix) November 25, 2025 Continue Reading at GameSpot

TimeSplitters Rewind, a remake of sorts of the original TimeSplitters trilogy, is now available completely for free on PC and with the official blessing of the IP holder. TimeSplitters, TimeSplitters 2, and TimeSplitters: Future Perfect were a trio of well-liked FPS titles created in the early 2000s by UK developer Free Radical. The developer was working on TimeSplitters 4 when it went bankrupt in 2008 and was later absorbed by Crysis developer Crytek. A few years later in 2013, Crytek gave its official blessing to a TimeSplitters fan project looking to keep the franchise alive, even going so far as to provide original TimeSplitters assets for the project. The IP would later be transferred to THQ Nordic (now part of the Embracer Group), which honored Crytek's original agreement for the fan project, even as it briefly resurrected Free Radical with the intent on bringing the TimeSplitters franchise back to life.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Recently, actor Charlie Cox reacted to his nomination for Best Performance in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by saying the credit should also be shared with the performance-capture actor, Maxence Cazoria. Now, Cazoria has said he's receiving an outpouring of support after Cox spoke up, saying what Cox said about him was "incredibly generous." "Thank you for all the messages these past few days. Charlie's words were incredibly generous, and I'm truly grateful," Cazoria said. "Bringing Gustave to life was a team effort, and I'm honored to have played my part in it. Thank you all so much for the love and support. Tomorrow comes." Cox said he was "thrilled" to be nominated, adding that Cazoria should get the credit. "I believe the performance of that character is really down to him and my voice was just a part of that process," he said.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Apple AirPods 4 $69 (was $129) See at Amazon See at Walmart Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $100 (was $179) See at Amazon Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for all-time low prices for Black Friday at Amazon and Walmart. You can snag the entry-level AirPods 4 for just $69, which is $60 off the regular $129 price. If you want to add active noise cancellation to your new earbuds, the AirPods 4 with ANC are on sale for $80 off, dropping the price to only $100 while supplies last. The $69 AirPods 4 have already sold out multiple times at Amazon, but both models are in stock as of November 25 at 9:30 AM PT. Apple AirPods 4 $69 (was $129) The AirPods 4 feature a slightly revised form factor that makes for a more secure fit in your ears, improved sound quality thanks to revised acoustic architecture, and a new charging case with a USB-C port. The AirPods 4 run for up to five hours on a full charge, and the charging case brings that figure to 30 hours. With Apple's H2 chip, iPhones running on iOS 18 can take advantage of numerous high-end features, including Adaptive Audio and Conversation Awareness modes. See at Amazon See at Walmart Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $100 (was $179) If you like the new design of the AirPods but want active noise cancellation, the AirPods 4 with ANC are on sale for $100 (was $179). The $79 discount is the best deal yet for Apple's newest pair of highly rated earbuds with noise-canceling tech. The AirPods 4 with ANC can run up to four hours on a full charge when using ANC. The charging case can refuel the battery four times over, elevating the total playback time to 20 hours. The ANC-enabled model also has a couple of other advanced features not found on the base model. The case includes wireless charging as well as USB-C wired charging. The base model only supports wired charging. The charging case also has a built-in speaker. See at Amazon Apple AirPods Pro 3 $219 (was $249) The new AirPods Pro 3 aren't on sale for nearly as big of a discount, but it's worth mentioning them here since these are Apple's only in-ear model being produced today. Released in September, the AirPods Pro 3 offer numerous improvements to core features as well as fancy new ones. With Apple AI, the AirPods Pro 3 translate other languages in real time. It also has an integrated heart rate sensor to monitor workouts and record health data. Apple also improved the 3D spatial audio, hearing aid functionality, and active noise-canceling tech. These buds are two times more effective than the Pro 2 and four times more effective than the original model at blocking outside noise. See at Amazon Apple AirPods Max $430 (was $549) Amazon has the AirPods Max in Midnight, Starlight, Orange, Purple, and Blue on sale for $430 (was $549). For those who prefer over-ear headphones, the AirPods Max offer superb ANC, great audio, and a comfortable design with durable materials. See at Amazon Continue Reading at GameSpot