Apple Update 26.5 Released May 11, 2026
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Apple has just released an important incremental update for practically everything they currently sell. The new update, 26.5, brings in full compatibility with RCS encryption for texting use between Apple and Android devices, alongside some new wallpapers and other various bug features.
We’ve spent most of the night doing our own internal testing and have determined the update ranges in size between 1.6GB and 3.5GB. Strangely enough, it seems to be a larger update on devices that are not capable of Apple Intelligence, such as the iPhone 14 or 10th Generation iPad.
Mixtape Released May 7, 2026
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Our most anticipated independent game was released this morning and the web just won’t stop talking about it! Here’s the launch trailer for Mixtape:
The game has been getting phenomenal reviews from all the major outlets, and having played it ourselves we have to concur that this game is an absolute gem! Check it out, it’s only $19.99US.
Mixtape is out now for PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.
Star Fox Direct – 5-6-2026 May 6, 2026
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I’m overwhelmed by Nintendo’s recent announcement, Fox McCloud is back! Star Fox Direct are three words I never thought I would type as a headline, but earlier today Nintendo released exactly that. If you’re like me and missed it, you can watch it below:
Star Fox is coming June 2026 to the Nintendo Switch 2.
Control: Ultimate Edition Released on iPhone/iPad April 23, 2026
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One of my favorite games of all time has just gotten a full re-release on mobile and tablet platforms! Control: Ultimate Edition, developed by Remedy Games (creators of Max Payne and Alan Wake) has been re-released on iPhone and iPad. If you’re not familiar with the game, here’s the original trailer.
The game is currently $4.99 US on the App Store, provided you have a recent enough device to run it. (Ed Note: Personally we would recommend an iPad Pro). The best part is the game has been released in full with all of its original DLC, including the famous second DLC called AWE, a crossover with Alan Wake. If you’ve already purchased the game on Mac through the Mac App Store, you will not need to pay the additional 4.99 to play the iPad or iPhone version.
Control: Ultimate Edition is out now for PC, Mac, Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and iOS/iPadOS.
Apple Update 26.4.2 Released April 22, 2026
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Apple has released a minor update focused on bug fixes and optimizations has just been released on iPhone and iPad. It is a minor update and weighs in around 650MB.
At this time there does not appear to be an update for Apple Watch or Apple TV. We have not tested Mac or Vision Pro.
Dragon Quest Smash/Grow Release Date April 16, 2026
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The next Dragon Quest title is coming exclusively to smart devices, Dragon Quest Smash/Grow. To celebrate the announcement of the game’s release date, Square Enix has released the game’s intro cutscene. Check it out!
Dragon Quest Smash/Grow is coming April 20th, 2026 to Android and iOS devices.
Cyberpunk 2077 PS5 Pro Updated Released April 9, 2026
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Wake up, samurai! It’s time to start your next playthrough of Cyberpunk 2077. CD Projekt RED just released a free patch which optimizes the PS5 version of the game for anyone who plays it on the PS5 Pro. Let’s take a look at the improvements.
Cyberpunk 2077 is out now for PC, Mac, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch 2.
Apple Releases 26.4.1 April 8, 2026
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Apple has just released a minor update for some of their devices including the iPhone and iPad. The new update fixes an issue involving iCloud syncing of passwords. Depending on your device, the update weighs in between 550-650MB.
At this time there does not seem to be an update for the Apple TV or Apple Watch.
Pokemon Champions Released April 8, 2026
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Nintendo has just released Pokemon Champions, a Pokemon battle focused free-to-play game. When connected to Pokemon Bank, the game allows you to use supported Pokemon you’ve collected from other games (such as Pokemon Go) and use them for online ranked battles! Check out the opening video below:
You may want to get your Pokemon Bank account in order before installing the game. Since Champions’s launch we can attest to performance slowdowns in the Bank which may add to transfer times.
Pokemon Champions is out now for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
Pokemon Home Updated To Support Pokemon Legends Z-A April 2, 2026
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An important update has just been released for the Pokemon Home application on Nintendo Switch and Mobile. The new update adds support for Pokemon Legends Z-A. Anyone who transfers Pokemon into HOME from that game will receive some free exclusive Pokemon they can transfer back into their game!
We were able to update our devices as of this morning, but due to ongoing maintenance on the HOME servers, they are currently limiting user access while the maintenance is being performed.
Pokemon Home is out now for Android/iOS and Nintendo Switch/Switch 2.
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