Nintendo’s “Pokemon patent” just got brutally rejected by the US government

I was pretty surprised to hear about this patent that was granted last year. It basically covers the idea of summoning a character to fight, and you can either let the game play automatically or take full control yourself. Honestly, when it was first approved, a lot of legal experts and patent folks immediately said it seemed way too basic to actually be patentable. They argued it was just a really obvious game mechanic.

10 Best Cozy Games Still Stuck on Older Systems

Recently, people have become much more interested in cozy games, leading to older, beloved titles being rediscovered and re-released on modern platforms through ports, remasters, remakes, and digital services like Nintendo Switch Online. However, some great cozy games are still stuck on older consoles, waiting to be found and enjoyed again. If a publisher is looking for classic cozy games to bring back, these would be a good place to start.

Crimson Desert Guide – How to Pay Fines, Bounties & Debt

If you need to pay fines or bounties in Crimson Desert, visit any Church and talk to the Confessional. Choose the “Buy Writ of Absolution” option to see a list of your outstanding fines and bounties, then select the one you want to pay.

Beloved Absolute Superman Ally Gets Major Redesign by DC

The first issue of Absolute Superman, written by Jason Aaron and illustrated by Rafa Sandoval, focuses on a clash between four characters. The story begins with Talia al Ghul trying to bring her father, Ra’s al Ghul, to the last remaining Lazarus Pit. However, Superman’s impact has led Ra’s to regret his previous deeds and now view the Pit as harmful to his mental state.

Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era launches into Steam Early Access on April 30

Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is a brand new installment in the beloved series, marking the first new game in over a decade. It will offer a story-driven campaign, various ways to play including skirmishes and an arena, and both single-player and multiplayer options. You can add it to your wishlist on Steam and try an early version through the Game Preview program on the Microsoft Store.

Titus Welliver Had “A Lot Of Fun” Shedding Bosch For New Villain Role In AMC’s 100% RT Crime Masterpiece

After twelve years playing Harry Bosch in Prime Video’s series, Lance Welliver has joined the popular AMC crime drama as Dominic McNair. He first appears in episode 7 of the current season as a powerful mob boss who controls his criminal empire from prison. Importantly, he’s the leader behind Irene Vaggan, a dangerous and skilled contract killer portrayed by Franka Potente.

One of Marvel’s Biggest Characters Started as a Joke 35 Years Ago

Honestly, most people only know Deadpool as the wisecracking, fourth-wall-breaking guy who’s constantly dropping pop culture jokes – the one we all love. But it’s easy to forget what he was like when he first showed up 35 years ago. Not a lot of us even know that version of the character, really.