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Sony’s limited-edition, claw-slashed Battle Yellow DualSense controller for Insomniac Studios’ highly anticipated PS5 exclusive Marvel’s Wolverine is selling out rapidly ahead of its September 15 release. Preorders have already completely sold out at Target, meaning PlayStation fans need to act fast at other retailers if they want to lock in this stunning, battle-damaged piece of hardware.

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The Batman: Part 2 Set Videos Reveal a Fractured GCPD Alliance · IGN Leaked videos from the Glasgow set of Matt Reeves’ The Batman: Part II show the roaring Batmobile being chased, surrounded, and fired upon at point-blank range by Gotham City’s SWAT team. This explosive footage indicates that the fragile alliance established between Robert Pattinson’s Dark Knight and the GCPD in the first film has completely deteriorated. Fans will have to wait until February 18, 2028, to see how this outlaw status plays out on the big screen.

Nioh 3 Reinvents the Souls-like Formula with Open-World Combat · IGN Team Ninja’s stellar action-RPG Nioh 3 has scored a spectacular 9/10 review, delivering best-in-class combat that beautifully splits its focus between Samurai and Ninja styles. Our review praises the game’s triumphant move to an open-world structure, which successfully revitalizes the established formula for veteran players. If you want to jump into this acclaimed title, Best Buy is offering a fantastic opportunity to do so by discounting the physical PS5 version of the game by $30.

Civilization VII Streamlines the 4X Formula to a Fault · IGN Firaxis’s latest strategy title, Civilization VII, earned a respectable 7/10 review thanks to its polished warfare and addictive narrative flair that will keep players clicking “one more turn” late into the night. However, the game’s aggressive drive to streamline and simplify this legendary franchise has left the user interface feeling overly simplified and frustrating. For strategy buffs who want to see the changes themselves, Amazon has slashed $20 off physical copies of the game.

Resident Evil Requiem Delivers High-Stakes Action and Tense Horror · IGN Capcom’s latest release, Resident Evil Requiem, unites fan-favorite Leon S. Kennedy with Grace Ashcroft to take down a terrifying new threat. This entry strikes a perfect balance between nerve-wracking horror and brutal action, and with future story DLC already planned, now is the perfect time to catch up. The game is currently marked down to $53.99 at Target, making it a great weekend pickup.

Free Games & Deals

While there are no free game giveaways active today, deal hunters can claim some absolute steals on top-tier games and hardware. Amazon is offering Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on the Nintendo Switch 2 for a heavily discounted $34.99—complete with an exclusive Zack Fair Magic: The Gathering card. Meanwhile, Woot has Grade A Refurbished Nintendo Switch 2 consoles on sale for $399.99, which is an excellent way to beat the console’s scheduled price hike coming in a few weeks.

Also Worth Knowing

• Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Hits Nintendo Switch 2 for Cheap (IGN): Prepare for next year’s Final Fantasy VII Revelation by grabbing the first chapter of the remake trilogy for just $29.99.
• Blather’s Museum LEGO Animal Crossing Set is 39% Off (IGN): Snag this popular 543-piece set featuring Lily and Blathers minifigures for $48.99 at Amazon before it sells out.
• Spruce Up Your Shelf with the LEGO Hogwarts Express Book Nook (IGN): Potterheads can pick up this detailed book shelf decoration for $76.99, saving $23 off its usual price.
• Apple’s Upgraded AirPods Pro 3 are Already Discounted (IGN): Amazon has slashed the price of these stellar earbuds down to $189, offering built-in heart rate tracking and significantly improved noise cancellation.
• Claim the LEGO Minecraft Woodland Mansion Set for Its Lowest Price Ever (IGN): Recreate the Minecraft Movie’s infamous Chicken Jockey scene with this fun build, currently on sale for just $27.99.

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