Mount Everest guides accused of making climbers sick in $20M helicopter rescue scam

Honestly, the idea that someone would try to scam people climbing Everest is just awful. It’s already such a dangerous undertaking, and climbers often need help if something goes wrong. Apparently, these guys were trying to profit off that by offering fake insurance, knowing people might be desperate enough to take it. It’s a really low thing to do.

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.

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.