Lego’s New 3-In-1 Retro Gaming Console Looks Cool, And It’s Only $20

The Lego Creator line is expanding in January 2026 with nine new sets, including a Retro Gaming Console. Other new builds range in price from $10 for a Cute Hamster to $20 for a Fierce Dinosaur and $30 for a Playful Puppy, all offering 3-in-1 building options. While most of the sets will be available on Amazon, the Space Exploration Telescope will only be sold at the Lego Store and Target.

Betty Boop & Pluto enter public domain and can now be used in video games, movies, more

I was so excited to learn that some of the very first Betty Boop and Pluto cartoons are entering the public domain on January 1st, 2026! Basically, because those early versions were created back in 1930, the copyright protection is finally running out after 95 years. It’s going to be amazing to see what creative things people do with those classic characters now!

10 Best Linear Shooters for Players Tired of Open World Bloat

Open-world shooters aren’t bad in themselves, but moving to a large, open map can sometimes diminish the feeling you get from traditional, carefully crafted shooter levels. Those older, more focused levels let strong shooting mechanics really shine. If you’re starting to feel tired of open-world games, exploring a variety of shooters – both new and old – can remind you how satisfying well-designed shooting can be.