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A rare 2015 Japanese XY Promo “Raincoat Pikachu” card has shattered records by selling for $8.4 million at auction, cementing itself as the second most expensive Pokémon card ever behind Logan Paul’s $16.4 million Pikachu Illustrator. Awarded exclusively to artist Y. Fujishima after winning a Pokémon Art Academy contest, only 100 copies of the card exist, and this PSA 10 Gem Mint example drew 64 bids before closing. The sale marks a staggering leap from its previous values—just $19,200 in 2025—underscoring how contest-exclusive promos have become some of the most coveted collectibles in the hobby. With its charming artwork of Pikachu in a red raincoat holding an umbrella, the card’s meteoric rise highlights both the mascot’s enduring appeal and the explosive growth of the Pokémon TCG market. 📷: Fanatics Collect #pokemon #gaming #pokemontcg

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Two of pop culture's biggest heroes collide for a historic milestone, bridging the gap between Marvel lore and Shonen Jump history. The official tribute unites comic readers and anime fans worldwide, celebrating Peter Parker's landmark issue with one of manga's most celebrated power-ups. #spiderman #MCU #Luffy

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Rockstar has confirmed that GTA 6’s map is roughly twice the size of GTA 5’s Los Santos and Blaine County, and players won’t see every corner just by following the story missions, encouraging exploration beyond the main narrative. The developers explained in a Game Informer preview that while the story will guide players through much of the world, it won’t cover every area, leaving large portions of Leonida—Rockstar’s Florida-inspired setting—open for discovery. Senior VP of Narrative Rupert Humphries noted that the goal is to give players “a feel for most of the places, cultures, and vibes” without hand-holding, while Aaron Garbut emphasized that this is the largest map Rockstar has ever built “by some degree.” Vice City serves as the Miami equivalent, with Grassrivers representing the Everglades, though landmarks like Disney World and NASA’s space coast won’t appear. The map also features an advanced weather system with hurricanes and strong winds affecting NPCs, plus over 170 animal species, including legendary variants similar to Red Dead Redemption 2. 📷: Via Game Informer #gaming #GTA #GTAVI

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Remedy’s Mikael Kasurinen, director of Control: Resonant, explained that the sequel deliberately avoids the industry trend of marking climbable ledges and doors with yellow paint, insisting it was “a conscious decision” to make players actively participate in exploration rather than being guided. Kasurinen told the Dropping Frames podcast that the team wanted players to feel autonomy in discovering paths, using lighting and environmental cues instead of obvious markers. He criticized “fart trails” in other games that lead players directly to objectives, arguing that such design removes choice and undermines immersion. For him, good game design balances competence, autonomy, and relatedness, and Resonant emphasizes autonomy by letting players figure things out themselves—even if that risks alienating some who find the game initially “impenetrable.” He stressed that the goal is for players to doubt, revisit, and question their decisions, making the experience “sticky and interesting” over time. Kasurinen acknowledged the approach is risky, as many players expect clear guidance, but believes it will stand the test of time by encouraging deeper engagement. He summed it up by saying, “If you want to get the most out of this world, you have to participate,” underscoring Remedy’s philosophy of crafting experiences that demand active involvement rather than passive consumption. 📷: The Dropping Frames Podcast #gaming #controlresonantgame #videogame

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MrBeast answers questions that he's never been asked before 👀 #youtubers #mrbeast #influencer

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With community excitement showing no signs of slowing down, creator Ruan Rothmann took to social media to celebrate the title's breakout run as new players continue to flood in. 📷: Ruan Rothmann #gaming #steam #dressmaker

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Sony previously tested a similar system in 2024 by requiring 30 hours of logged gameplay for its limited 30th Anniversary release, and applications for the current lottery window remain open through October 7. The strict criteria follow recent price hikes that have made consoles tougher to afford across the country, ensuring that established accounts get direct access before registration officially closes. #japan #gaming #playstation

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Kai Cenat threatened legal action and announced plans to contact the police after streamer Reggie made serious, unverified claims involving fellow creator RaKai. Both Cenat and RaKai firmly denied the accusations, with Cenat challenging Reggie to bring any supposed evidence directly to law enforcement as the dispute continued to spread across social media. 📷: kaicenat / girlhefunny1x #kaicenat #streamer #content

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Vikkstar opens up about living with Crohn's disease and getting support from MrBeast when he was diagnosed #sidemen #youtubers #mrbeast

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The annual tournament at Alaska’s Katmai National Park highlights brown bears building vital fat reserves before entering winter hibernation, where they can lose up to a third of their total body weight. After months of gorging on salmon along the Brooks River, the newly crowned champion beat out a bracket of 16 competitors to claim the internet's favorite heavyweight title. 📷: fatbearweek #bear #animals #fatbearweek

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Ashly Burch is an actor with roles such as Aloy in Horizon Zero Dawn and Forbidden West, Tiny Tina in Borderlands, and Parvati in The Outer Worlds... but can she remember her iconic lines? 🤔 #horizonforbiddenwest #borderlands #outerworlds

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Neil Druckmann has confirmed that multiple new projects set in The Last of Us universe are in development, though they remain in very early stages and won’t be revealed for some time. Druckmann made the announcement during The Last of Us Day celebrations, noting that Naughty Dog has “a couple of very exciting new projects” that will expand the canon beyond Part I and Part II. He did not specify whether these projects are new games, spin‑offs, or other media, leaving open the possibility of stories outside Ellie and Joel’s timeline. Druckmann emphasized that the studio would only return to the franchise if it had “something meaningful to say,” reassuring fans that these upcoming entries are designed to enrich the world rather than rehash old ground. This marks the first official confirmation of new TLOU content since the release of Grounded II, the documentary on Part II. #TLOU #thelastofus #gaming