Karl Jacobs and Sapnap’s weekly podcast, Banter, has returned. The first episode back featured streaming star Sykkuno and the podcast duo discussed his big move to YouTube, their feelings about Twitch’s changes and behavior, and various other topics. Banter is a weekly podcast where popular creators Jacobs and Sapnap bring other creators on for an interview and general discussion. Since their return, the duo revealed they will now put out two episodes a week.

World of Warcraft has evolved endlessly across its 17-year history. Through the years, the game has seen nine different versions including its original release, with new expansions being added to the game every two years, on average. With the release of each new expansion, new zones, quests, and potentially world-ending threats were introduced to the game, changing the landscape of WoW permanently.  And while some of those expansions have earned their rightful place in the upper echelons of WoW’s history, others fell to the wayside.

While maybe not the 4K Nintendo Switch many people wanted, the Nintendo Switch OLED is finally here and serves as a high-quality entry point for new Switch players. With a new OLED display for the handheld, many people will want to dive into their library of Nintendo games right out of the box. For those looking to upgrade their Switch consoles, take a look at the accessories the Nintendo Switch OLED comes with.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it hasn’t been easy for Magic: The Gathering fans to engage in the “gathering” part of the game for the past year.  Playing the collectible card game in person with your friends or at a shop has become unappealing to many and impossible for some due to regulation in their area. MTG Arena provides an online alternative for players that want to play MTG but aren’t down with getting the sickness that is COVID-19.

A bunch of changes are making their way to League of Legends in Patch 12.3. Several popular champions that are often seen in regular and professional play, like Akshan, Corki, and Twisted Fate, will be receiving adjustments. The first two will take on small nerfs and the latter will see a tiny buff. Adjustments are also coming to the 158th champion in League, Zeri, who debuted two weeks ago. Riot is nerfing the Spark of Zaun’s movement speed and basic attack damage while buffing the damage she deals with her ultimate.

Valve’s new handheld console, the Steam Deck, is set to release in two weeks, and while the portable device boasts flexibility, its battery life seems to be unpredictable. There are countless ways you can use a Steam Deck and purposes you can use it for. But exactly how long it will stay alive without being charged can vary widely, according to the device’s specs on Steamdeck.com The Steam Deck comes with a 40Whr battery that Valve claims can support two to eight hours of gameplay.

On April 20, Riot Games announced some major Jett changes coming to VALORANT in Patch 4.08. The developers made the decision to nerf the agent’s iconic Tailwind, which in the eyes of many is Jett’s biggest strength, both in solo queue and competitive play. Players are now wondering how exactly the adjustments will alter the meta. Shroud, the popular streamer and content creator, has given his perspective on the topic.

In Pokémon Go, players can capture a variety of their favorite Pokémon spanning the entire Pokémon series. While Pokémon can be caught at all stages of their evolution, if caught in their first form, the players will have more opportunity to optimize the Pokémon to fit their needs. Part of this is evolving. Not all Pokémon can evolve in the game, but those who will can get a massive power buff once they have reached their next stage.

VALORANT Patch 4.01 introduces adjustments to the Ares, which many players considered overpowered after receiving a substantial buff in Patch 4.0.  Patch 4.0 introduced several weapon changes, including a significant nerf to the Spectre and a buff to the Ares. These changes created a new meta where the Ares became the standard purchase in second round buys or force rounds. While it was exciting to see the Ares in more matches, it was clear the weapon was overpowered.

During the Xbox + Bethesda showcase, Xbox announced that it would be partnering with Riot Games to bring a wide range of new content to Game Pass. Announced in a short presentation, Xbox Game Pass stated that League of Legends, VALORANT, Wild Rift, and more will be coming to Game Pass. Not only that, but players will have access to all the characters inside League and Valorant.  Many players are curious when VALORANT and all its champions will be coming to Game Pass.