MTG Arena June 2 patch notes: Full notes and updates

An update to Magic: The Gathering Arena via Patch 2022.16 marked the release of the Alchemy: New Capenna expansion, along with cosmetic and gameplay updates.  A total of 30 new digital-only cards were released via Patch 2022.16 on June 2 as the third Alchemy expansion to get added to MTG Arena since the launch of the format. Two events marked the launch of the Alchemy: New Capenna expansion, along with a code for three free booster packs.

MTG Tibalt returns via new Alchemy planeswalker card

The upcoming Magic: The Gathering release of Innistrad: Alchemy A22 will include a five-mana Tiblat planeswalker card, hellbent on supporting Mono-Red and devils that like to burn it all down.  Scheduled to release on Dec. 9, Innistrad: Alchemy A22 will include a total of 63 new MTG Arena digital-only cards. The new supplemental set also drops with the launch of the Alchemy format and will include Tibalt, Wicked Tormentor. The infamous planeswalker known for causing trouble is a Mono-Red five drop, revealed today by Stephen “Crokeyz” Croke on Twitter.

Respawn unveils Apex’s season 8 rewards and ranked distribution

Apex Legends ninth season, Legacy, is right around the corner. But players who grinded the battle royale’s ranked ladder have something else to look forward to. Respawn revealed the season eight rewards in a blog post today, which includes Dive Trails and fresh badges for your banner. Players also got some insight into the ranked distribution, which shows the percentage of players in each tier. With a new Season inbound, get the details on what's in store for Ranked Leagues when the Legacy update launches on May 4.

Rocket League veteran Kronovi retires from pro play, moves to content creation

One of Rocket League‘s most illustrious legends and one of its first world champions is stepping down from the field and into content creation. Kronovi ended his long-lasting career last night, but the former pro will ramp up content on both his Twitch and YouTube channels—and promised “everyone will be getting more of Kronovi than they ever had before.” Kronovi’s career kicked off alongside Rocket League‘s launch in 2015, and the former pro defined it as “a roller coaster at Six Flags.

All Controls for Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl

When it comes to fighting games, learning the controls is the difference between technical playing and simple button mashing. Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl is no exception. See Dot Esports Gaming Deals In the new platform-style fighter game, you can control many of the most iconic Nickelodeon characters in battle. While the standard controls are pretty simple to grasp, you can also switch things up to suit your style. If you’re planning to check out the game and are wondering what the control scheme is or if you’re already playing and are curious how you can optimize it to your style, here is everything you’ll need to know.

Asmongold mockingly praises JoshOG for shaking CS:GOLotto scandal

Popular Twitch streamer Asmongold recently reflected on the 2016 CS:GOLotto scandal that included the likes of Syndicate, TmarTn, and JoshOG, mockingly praising their ability to disregard the controversy. In 2016, several major YouTubers were found to be in connection with the then-popular CS:GO gambling website, CS:GOLotto. The site first came under fire for allegedly running a supposedly illegal gambling company and allowing minors to partake. The content creators were ultimately charged for deceptive advertising practices, however, since none of the YouTubers ever disclosed that they owned a stake in the website when advertising it.

Day 1 of Jumpstart: Historic Horizons spoilers showcase new mechanics

Historic is getting an influx of new cards from Modern Horizons and Modern Horizons 2 alongside 31 digital-only cards in Magic Arena‘s upcoming set, Jumpstart: Historic Horizons. Historic Horizons spoiler season began today and runs through Aug. 3 with the set releasing on Aug. 12. The set contains over 700 cards with 200 being new to Historic. The first Jumpstart in 2020 had a major impact on Historic bringing in several format defining cards like Muxus, Goblin Grandee.

Dragon Ball FighterZ surpasses 8 million copies sold, offers limited-time free DLC trial

Dragon Ball FighterZ continues to sell well, surpassing eight million copies sold worldwide nearly four years after its January 2018 launch.  To celebrate DBFZ and Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 crossing the milestone, Bandai Namco is rolling out the premium red carpet for all players—it is hosting an 800-hour free DLC trial campaign.  Starting today, all players who own a copy of DBFZ will gain access to a set number of DLC fighters that have joined the game’s roster over the last several years.

Here are the best Fortnite toys

Kids these days really love their Fortnite. And when they aren’t actually playing Fortnite, they’re probably wishing they were playing Fortnite. When it comes to playtime, toys and action figures are something of a lost pastime. But kids can continue to enjoy physical toys while satiating their Fortnite thirst thanks to a dearth of amazing Fortnite-branded toys. Here are just a few of the best Fortnite toys out there right now.

How to find and catch Calyrex, Glastrier/Spectrier in Pokémon Sword and Shield’s Crown Tundra

Pokémon Sword and Shield’s latest expansion, The Crown Tundra, has brought a new story for players to experience—and at the end of it, you can meet either Glastrier or Spectrier, Calyrex’s loyal steed. You have to find Calyrex, the featured legendary Pokémon of the DLC, before battling them. Only after several steps will you be able to capture both Calyrex and either Glastrier or Spectrier together (beware of spoilers for the DLC’s story).