You know, sometimes I wonder if Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone ever sleeps. At any given moment it sounds like he’s working on something, whether that be yet another update for Stardew Valley, or the definitely still in development, just wait a while you silly sausages, Haunted Chocolatier. And, as it turns out, somewhere along the line, Barone had even considered making Stardew Valley 2.
The developer behind Dispatch — the superhero game that’s censored on Nintendo Switch — has said it is “legally unable” to explain why it is unable to launch an unedited version of its game in specific regions — as CD Projekt Red did with Cyberpunk 2077.
Dispatch maker AdHoc Studio previously referenced Cyberpunk 2077 by name when discussing the development of Dispatch’s Switch edition, and said it had “initially assumed” its game would also be able to feature similarly “uncensored mature content.” Instead, AdHoc continued, “during the porting process it became clear that was not the case.”
“This is the key point,” AdHoc added. “Nintendo has content guidelines. Our game didn’t meet those guidelines, so we made changes that would allow us to release on their platform. That’s what happened here. Honestly we thought this would be obvious since we’re the devs that released the fully uncensored version of the game on other platforms.”
While AdHoc has stated that this explanation was obvious, it has not been able to explain why Cyberpunk 2077 released unedited in most countries around the world, while Dispatch did not. Indeed, many fans have called for Dispatch to get the same treatment, with a censored version released in Japan, where the country’s strict rating board has been blamed for not allowing the game to launch unedited.
Now, AdHoc has responded on this point too — if only to say it is prohibited from explaining the situation in more detail.
“AdHoc is legally unable to provide further comment on why separate SKUs were not possible for different regions,” the company said in a statement to GoNintendo, adding that there was “no possibility” for an uncensored physical edition either, and that it had no physical edition plans to announce.
Last week, fans were shocked to discover that hit superhero game Dispatch had been censored on Nintendo Switch — where enormous black boxes cover nudity and even a character raising their middle finger. While an option to hide these already existed on other platforms, on Switch it is enforced by default, and cannot be toggled off.
Yesterday, AdHoc apologized to fans and said it that its own disclaimer on the changes should have been more visible, and said fans had a right to be “pissed.”
Tom Phillips is IGN’s News Editor. You can reach Tom at tom_phillips@ign.com or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social
The purpose of a Tamagotchi is to have a tiny, portable digital pet with you at all times that you can feed and feed and feed until it grows into something slightly bigger, different, a new creature almost. It’s generally a sweet, albeit potentially irritating (the beeps…) little micro-game that may cause a touch of stress, but certainly no feelings of fear. In Full Bloom, however, asks “what if your Tamagotchi was actually a blob of an organism with nothing but a mouth that you must continuously feed… or else…”
“I hope that, through developing this title, I too have grown”.
2026 marks 40 years of the Dragon Quest series, a staggering achievement for one of the RPG genre’s biggest and brightest. Known for its cosy atmosphere, warm character, humour, and iconic art, Dragon Quest is due a big year, and Square Enix is kicking things off with a brand new “reimagining” — Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined.
Bringing what is regarded as one of the longest RPGs of the PlayStation era to Switch 1 and Switch 2, Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined has attracted joy — and a few raised eyebrows — for streamlining events and making a few tweaks to the game. What was a 100+ hour experience (or 70-ish-hours on 3DS) is now much leaner. So, how to you retain the magic when you’re trying to appeal to new audiences, but make sure that old fans are satisfied?
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See why Madden NFL 26 is Built From Sundays. Get unlimited access with EA Play starting February 5, then score a Supercharge Pack in Ultimate Team by March 6.
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MLB The Show fans, the time is here. San Diego Studio couldn’t be more excited to share all of the new updates we have in store for MLB The Show 26. This year, we’re giving you more control, deeper immersion, and more action on and off the field.
This year, Road To The Show builds on what you loved in ‘25, creating an even more immersive experience. We’ve:
We’re also proud to announce, Road To The Show: Road to Cooperstown. Start from high school, build your legacy, and see if you can make it all the way to the Hall of Fame in this all-new feature in Road To The Show. Are you up for the challenge?
Diamond Dynasty is back and better than ever with new ways to play. Be sure to check out:
The award-winning game mode returns with all-new legends, uniforms, and a new stadium to celebrate the stories of some of the most impactful, yet largely unknown, ballplayers in history.
Franchise mode has some exciting updates that put you in position to build a dynasty:
Gameplay is the bread and butter of the MLB The Show franchise and this year we’re aiming to continue that tradition by adding new features and refining the game experience.
Here’s what’s new in ‘26:
Coming up: Fielding Feedback 2.0 returns with updates on all things MLB The Show 26. Plus, we’ll be announcing more feature premieres in the coming weeks including a deep dive into what’s new in Road To The Show.
Sign up for the MLB The Show Scouting Report — it’s the best way to stay updated on the latest news on MLB The Show 26. Plus, when you do, you’ll unlock a monthly scouting report pack. It all starts in April 2026, so sign up today on TheShow.com!
Get ready to leave your mark. Pre-orders are open now and MLB The Show 26 launches on March 17, with early access starting on March 13 for the Digital Deluxe Edition.
We are also happy to announce a new loyalty discount**. You will receive 10% off your Digital Deluxe Edition pre-order if you have purchased any digital version of MLB The Show that’s been released since MLB The Show 21. Note that this pre-loyalty offer will be live soon after pre-orders open.
Earn your packs in the XP Path and Now & Later Program in ‘25 and get vouchers that will automatically be redeemed* into The Show Packs when logging into MLB The Show 26 with the same account you used in ‘25. The Now & Later Program goes live at 12 pm PST today and you can score up to 12 additional packs. Plus, get a Carlos Beltrán player item to use in MLB The Show 25 and a different Carlos Beltrán player item in ‘26.
There’s a lot more excitement ahead between now and launch. In the meantime, sign up for The Scouting Report, and be sure to follow us on X, Facebook, and Instagram.
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Amazon has produced yet another brilliant Pokémon TCG deal ready for the weekend, and it’s once again on the latest Mega Evolution set, Phantasmal Flames.
While celebrating the launch of Ascended Heroes (albeit being a staggered release), it’s a mighty bit of fresh air to finally get some reasonable prices on boosters for the popular Mega Charizard X sporting set from last year.
We’ve now got the best price ever on Phantasmal Flames’ Booster Bundles, which are now just $43.13 at Amazon. These had previously gone out of stock the last time I covered, but are now back at an even lower price.
While stock lasts, at least, as this is such an excellent deal, and below market price, I fully expect these to fly off the digital shelves.
According to marketplaces like TCGPlayer, certain Phantasmal Flames cards have already skyrocketed further in price, and, following up from our Mega Evolution round-up, we’ve ranked the ten most expensive cards so far just above.
From aggressive Mega attackers to powerful evolution support, Phantasmal Flames brings a fiery mix of competitive threats and high-demand pulls.
Robert Anderson is Senior Commerce Editor and IGN’s resident deals expert on games, collectibles, trading card games, and more. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter/X or Bluesky.
Other opinions about the storefront aside, the Epic Games Store launcher, on an experiential level, sucks. I’m not just being needlessly mean here, because this is the exact word Epic Games Store vice president and general manager Steven Allison used in a recent interview about the launcher, where he also detailed what you can expect from it over the course of the rest of the year.
Valentine’s Day is just a couple of weeks away, and if you’re looking for a fun gift idea that you can experience with your favorite person, a co-op game is always a great pick. Split Fiction is one worth considering – we called it an “expertly crafted co-op adventure” in our review, after all – but what’s even better is the PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 versions are currently on sale for $37.49 at Walmart. This deal saves you just over $10 compared to their list price.
I’m a big fan of Split Fiction, but I’m certainly not alone. To continue on from our review, IGN’s Luke Reilly said it’s “a rollercoaster of gameplay ideas and styles that are usually discarded as quickly as they’re introduced. This keeps it fabulously fresh for its full, 14-hour duration.”
He continued on to say that, “With no idea sticking around long enough to get stale before making way for the next, it’s a victory of imagination and restraint in equal measure. Hazelight may have been rewriting the co-op rule book for a decade now, but Split Fiction is a new chapter that you (and a partner) cannot miss.”
On top of all that praise from the review, it also earned runner-up spots in our awards lists of the best action-adventure game of 2025 and best Xbox game of 2025. It’s even included in our list of the best Nintendo Switch 2 games. As you can see, we’re very big fans in general. So why not scoop it up now while it’s enjoying this nice discount?
If you’re curious what other co-op games are worth playing over Valentine’s Day, check out our rundown of the 10 best co-op games for even more ideas. This list also features Hazelight’s previous release, It Takes Two, which is an equally delightful addition to your library.
Hannah Hoolihan is a freelancer who writes with the guides and commerce teams here at IGN.
I can only think of two reasons to get a 65% gaming keyboard instead of, at the very least, a tenkeyless: you either have a desk the size of a playing card, or you actually fell for the Alt+F4 trick once, and now harbour an everlasting bigotry towards the Function keys that conspired in your humiliation. Regardless, we’re all friends here, and boards this dinky can have a time and a place – especially if they’re as good as the QPAD Flux 65 Model 5.
