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Pokémon Go's Invite-Only Times Square Mewtwo Is Already Selling for $10,000 on eBay

Niantic celebrated the 10th anniversary of Pokémon Go with a flashy publicity stunt in New York City's Times Square, hosting an exclusive, invite-only raid that let a lucky few players catch a special Mewtwo. Now, less than a day after the event, that exclusivity is being put to the test on eBay, where listings for the rare creature have already climbed as high as $10,000.

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IO Interactive's 007 First Light Was Originally Envisioned as an Ensemble Piece

IO Interactive's upcoming James Bond origin story, 007 First Light, could have looked very different. The studio has revealed that early in development, the game was conceived as more of an ensemble piece, pulling it closer in spirit to something like Mission: Impossible than a traditional Bond adventure. Rather than centering the experience squarely on a single iconic agent, the initial vision spread the spotlight across a broader cast of characters, which would have fundamentally changed the tone and structure of the game.

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Steam Machine Memory Crisis Drives Up Costs, Delays Price Reductions

Valve's Steam Machine is unlikely to see a price drop anytime soon, and the reason is squarely rooted in the ongoing global memory crisis. According to Valve's top Steam Machine engineers, retail memory prices are currently "lagging" behind where they should be, and the situation is expected to get significantly worse over the next three to six months. With the device already carrying a price tag north of $1,000, that is grim news for anyone hoping to pick one up at a more accessible cost.

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Jennifer English Steps Away From Tides of Annihilation Role Due to Health Concerns

Jennifer English, the acclaimed actress best known for her roles in Baldur's Gate 3 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, will no longer star as the protagonist in Eclipse Glow Games' upcoming fantasy RPG Tides of Annihilation. English had been set to voice and portray Gwendolyn, the game's lead character, but announced her departure citing personal health reasons. In a statement, the actress shared, "Recently, I've found myself needing to slow down," signaling that her wellbeing takes priority over the high-profile role. English also won a BAFTA in 2025, making her one of the most decorated and recognizable voices in modern gaming.

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Disney Store Closes Temporarily After Lorcana Scalper Chaos

A Disney Store location in London has been forced to shut its doors "until further notice" after scenes outside the shop descended into chaos ahead of the latest Disney Lorcana card drop. Massive crowds, reportedly including large numbers of scalpers, lined up for blocks outside the building, with the situation turning aggressive enough that store management felt they had no choice but to close and halt the sale entirely.

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