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The Linkind Smart Light Stick has me ready to win the holidays
Multi-platformNewsOct 17, 2026
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The Linkind Smart Light Stick has me ready to win the holidays

The Linkind Smart Light Stick is a smart bulb designed to replace standard porch lights with customizable, animated flame effects. Listed at $39.99, the device features a slim, frosted cylinder shape containing 160 LEDs across 50 independently controlled zones, allowing for complex color blending and movement that mimics organic fire.

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Geo Online Services Suspended Following Unauthorized System Access
Multi-platformNewsOct 17, 2026
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Geo Online Services Suspended Following Unauthorized System Access

Geo and its parent company, Second Retailing, announced that unauthorized access to their internal systems was detected on October 15, 2026. To prevent further damage, the company initiated emergency system maintenance on October 17, resulting in the suspension of Geo Online and various associated web services and applications.

Game*Spark · Gaming media · JapanRead context
The 8 Best Castlevania Games, Ranked
Multi-platformNewsOct 17, 2026
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The 8 Best Castlevania Games, Ranked

Polygon recently published a ranked list of the eight best Castlevania games, aiming to provide a starting point for players navigating the long-running vampire-themed franchise. The series recently saw its first new installment in 13 years with the launch of Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse.

Polygon · Gaming media · United StatesRead context
D&D’s Arcana Unleashed Officially Fixes One of the Game’s Most Frustrating Problems
Multi-platformNewsOct 17, 2026
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D&D’s Arcana Unleashed Officially Fixes One of the Game’s Most Frustrating Problems

The latest Dungeons & Dragons book, Arcana Unleashed, introduces an official Evolving Magic Item system designed to solve the common frustration of players discarding sentimental gear for statistically superior alternatives. Lead designer Amanda Hamon explains that this system allows equipment to increase in rarity and unlock new features as characters reach significant narrative milestones, preventing players from having to choose between power and their favorite heirlooms.

Polygon · Gaming media · United StatesRead context
LOTRO Legendarium: Looking back at Gondor’s phantom expansion
Multi-platformNewsOct 17, 2026
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LOTRO Legendarium: Looking back at Gondor’s phantom expansion

Lord of the Rings Online players often note a significant gap in the game's expansion history between the conclusion of Rohan and the arrival of Mordor. Despite the absence of a formal expansion release, the period from 2014 to 2017 saw the introduction of a massive amount of content covering the country of Gondor.

MassivelyOP · Gaming media · United StatesRead context
Oh dear, half a year after launching Samson, Swedish developer Liquid Swords have filed for bankruptcy
Multi-platformReleaseOct 17, 2026
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Oh dear, half a year after launching Samson, Swedish developer Liquid Swords have filed for bankruptcy

Swedish studio Liquid Swords has officially filed for bankruptcy following the release of its debut title, Samson. The Stockholm District Court issued the bankruptcy order on October 12th, impacting nearly 30 employees who had reportedly gone at least two months without receiving pay.

Rock Paper Shotgun · Gaming media · United KingdomRead context
"Thank you, Hades" - Evil Empire on indie game discovery, how Steam early access has changed, and the rise of AI tools
Multi-platformNewsOct 17, 2026
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"Thank you, Hades" - Evil Empire on indie game discovery, how Steam early access has changed, and the rise of AI tools

Evil Empire, the studio behind Dead Cells, has expanded into a multi-game developer and creator of the Triple-i Initiative. This recurring indie showcase was established to help developers navigate the increasingly crowded Steam marketplace by connecting them with specific, targeted audiences rather than chasing broad view counts.

PCGamesN · Gaming media · United KingdomRead context
Ghostwire: Tokyo joins GOG Preservation Program, which means you don't have to deal with Bethesda.NET anymore
Multi-platformOffersOct 17, 2026
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Ghostwire: Tokyo joins GOG Preservation Program, which means you don't have to deal with Bethesda.NET anymore

Tango Gameworks' action-adventure title Ghostwire: Tokyo has officially joined the GOG Preservation Program. This initiative aims to ensure the game remains functional as operating systems evolve over time, with GOG committing to address future stability issues through patches.

PC Gamer · Gaming media · United KingdomRead context

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