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Article: Backyard Baseball Returns to Nintendo Switch, Confirming Summer 2026 Launch
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Backyard Baseball Returns to Nintendo Switch, Confirming Summer 2026 Launch

Backyard Baseball returns to Nintendo Switch in Summer 2026. See what the revival means for gameplay, characters, and the future of classic...

May 25, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Pokémon Champions Codes: Gyarados and Machamp Expired
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Pokémon Champions Codes: Gyarados and Machamp Expired

The Pokémon Champions Gyarados and Machamp Mystery Gift codes expired in May and August 2026.

May 25, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Nintendo Switch eShop May 2026 Deals: Prices and Expired Offers
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Nintendo Switch eShop May 2026 Deals: Prices and Expired Offers

The May 2026 US Nintendo eShop deals included Bluey at $13.99, Cat Quest III at $7.99 and Another Crab's Treasure at $14.99.

May 25, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Dragon Ball Sparking! ZERO: DAIMA Switch Packs and NEO DLC Delay
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Dragon Ball Sparking! ZERO: DAIMA Switch Packs and NEO DLC Delay

Sparking! ZERO's DAIMA packs and Shallot were reported for May 27 on Switch consoles.

May 25, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Unreal Engine 6 Explained: Verse, Scene Graph and Rocket League
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Unreal Engine 6 Explained: Verse, Scene Graph and Rocket League

Epic's Unreal Engine 6 roadmap unifies UE5 and UEFN, introducing Verse and Scene Graph.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Rocket League's Unreal Engine 6 Reveal at Paris Major: What Was Shown
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Rocket League's Unreal Engine 6 Reveal at Paris Major: What Was Shown

The May 24, 2026 RLCS Paris Major teased Rocket League on Unreal Engine 6. Here's what the reveal showed, and what later pro testing actually...

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: AudioHijack Research: What Hidden Audio Can Do to Voice AI
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AudioHijack Research: What Hidden Audio Can Do to Voice AI

A 2026 IEEE study tested imperceptible audio prompt injections against 13 AI models. What its 79–96% lab success rates mean—and do not mean.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: METR's 2026 AI Rogue Deployment Study: Risks, Limits and Later Incidents
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METR's 2026 AI Rogue Deployment Study: Risks, Limits and Later Incidents

METR's May 2026 study found small rogue deployments plausible in tested frontier AI settings but not robust against active shutdown.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Escape from Tarkov Icebreaker: Patch 1.0.5.0 and Boreas Guide
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Escape from Tarkov Icebreaker: Patch 1.0.5.0 and Boreas Guide

Battlestate Games released the Icebreaker location and Boreas chapter in Escape from Tarkov patch 1.0.5.0 on May 25, 2026.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Rocket League Unreal Engine 6: What Epic Confirmed for 2027
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Rocket League Unreal Engine 6: What Epic Confirmed for 2027

Rocket League's Unreal Engine 6 move is confirmed, but Fortnite merger and physics claims need caution.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Star Citizen's $1 Billion Funding and Squadron 42's 2027 Delay
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Star Citizen's $1 Billion Funding and Squadron 42's 2027 Delay

Cloud Imperium confirmed over $1 billion in lifetime community funding in June 2026.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Fortnite Typical Gamer Skin: Icon Cup, Bundle and Expired Rewards
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Fortnite Typical Gamer Skin: Icon Cup, Bundle and Expired Rewards

Epic's Typical Gamer Icon Cup ran May 26–27, 2026 with a chance to earn the creator's Fortnite cosmetics.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Pokémon Champions Gyarados Code: Expired May 31, 2026
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Pokémon Champions Gyarados Code: Expired May 31, 2026

Pokémon Champions' Gyarados the Festive Mystery Gift code DRAG0NDANCEPTC26 expired May 31, 2026.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Nintendo Shares Jumped 6.8% in May 2026 as Japan Gaming Stocks Rebounded
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Nintendo Shares Jumped 6.8% in May 2026 as Japan Gaming Stocks Rebounded

Nintendo shares rose as much as 6.8% on May 19, 2026 amid a Japanese gaming-stock rebound.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Pokémon Champions Gyarados Event: Expired May 31, 2026
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Pokémon Champions Gyarados Event: Expired May 31, 2026

Pokémon Champions' Gyarados the Festive code was announced at South Korea's Pokémon Sports Day but was usable globally.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Nintendo Switch Maintenance May 25–26, 2026: One-Hour Archive
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Nintendo Switch Maintenance May 25–26, 2026: One-Hour Archive

Nintendo's May 25–26, 2026 scheduled maintenance concerned consumable purchases on Switch and Switch 2 for one hour, not a confirmed worldwide...

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Gaming Releases & Pre-Orders: What's Coming Next
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Gaming Releases & Pre-Orders: What's Coming Next

Don't miss the Nintendo pre-order list May 2026 details. See what major drops like Zelda and Mario mean for your 2026 gaming budget.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: The Controller Wars: Why Third-Party Options Are Dominating the Market
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The Controller Wars: Why Third-Party Options Are Dominating the Market

Beyond the Big Three: We compare the best third-party gaming controllers, detailing TMR sticks and advanced specs for competitive PC play.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Kidbash: Super Legend Gears Up for 2027 Launch with Unique Gameplay Mechanics
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Kidbash: Super Legend Gears Up for 2027 Launch with Unique Gameplay Mechanics

Kidbash Super Legend is set for 2027! Discover how its unique 'Weapon Mixing' mechanic blends roguelike action with charming claymation on PS5,...

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Scheduling Clash Forces Delay for Dark Scrolls
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Scheduling Clash Forces Delay for Dark Scrolls

Dark Scrolls delay date explained: Why did a scheduling clash with Mina the Hollower push the release to June 22? Details inside.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Legal Hurdles Cleared: Microsoft's Activision Acquisition Saga Concludes
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Legal Hurdles Cleared: Microsoft's Activision Acquisition Saga Concludes

The legal cloud is lifted. We break down the $250M settlement details that finally finalize the Activision acquisition, and what it means for...

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Crimson Desert's Latest Patch Focuses on Nurturing and Utility Enhancements
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Crimson Desert's Latest Patch Focuses on Nurturing and Utility Enhancements

Crimson Desert's latest patch deepens pet mechanics, focusing on baby wyvern mount mechanics.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Honkai: Star Rail Update Focus: New Characters, Collaborations, and Gameplay Shifts
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Honkai: Star Rail Update Focus: New Characters, Collaborations, and Gameplay Shifts

Honkai: Star Rail's 'Lethe Below the Living' update hits June 1. See how Mortenax Blade and new mechanics will redefine your combat meta.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
Article: Chaos Gate Returns: Deathwatch Sequel Promises Deep Tactical Combat
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Chaos Gate Returns: Deathwatch Sequel Promises Deep Tactical Combat

The Deathwatch returns! Explore the tactical depth and squad customization promised in the Chaos Gate sequel. Release date explained.

May 24, 2026 - BY Julian at GameLog
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