From a $55bn EA deal to the secret identity of a wargames CEO repaying old debts. This episode covers the biggest corporate and community news in gaming.
Archives for October 2025
Get into the Halloween spirit with this retro super compilation of ads, trailers and TV specials
If you’re not feeling particularly spooky this year yet, this 4 hour 21-minute super compilation of American Halloween ads, trailers and TV specials might help.
The new DM’s X Wednesday collection over at Doc Martens will have you dancing
Since it’s October, and we’ve all been watching Wednesday recently, what better way to get into the Halloween spirit than heading over to Doc Martens and treating yourself to some brand new Wednesday collab boots or shoes?!
EA’s $55B Saudi deal faces backlash over human rights and ‘foreign influence’ fears
A massive $55B acquisition of Electronic Arts by Saudi Arabia’s PIF is facing serious backlash from US senators and developers, citing human rights and national security risks.
RPG Publisher Spotlight: Dark Wizard Games
We interview Mark Taormino of Dark Wizard Games about his ‘Maximum Mayhem’ philosophy, his $250k Kickstarter success, and his plan to release 22 roleplaying games.
Routinely Itemised: RPG #331
Stay informed on the latest roleplaying games developments. This summary covers a major licensing deal, a community loss, Gamehole Con, and exclusive crowdfunding data.
Diamond bankruptcy: Consignor group enters mediation talks
Green Ronin and the Ad Hoc Committee of Consignors have agreed to enter mediation with Diamond Comics Distributors following recent legal filings in the ongoing bankruptcy case.
The hunt for a new beer: Siren reveals Predator: Badlands IPA
British craft brewer Siren announces a new IPA, Soundwave: First Hunt, in a special collaboration with the upcoming 20th Century Studios film, Predator: Badlands.
Hear LilyPichu in Good Kid’s TTRPG-inspired anime video for ‘Wall’
Indie band Good Kid have released an anime-style music video for their new single, Wall, which features a voice cameo from LilyPichu and a TTRPG reference.
Mondo’s new MOTU200X He-Man comes with exclusive accessories, but only if you’re quick
Premium collectibles brand Mondo has launched a new Masters of the Universe 1/12 scale figure line, but exclusive editions are only available for a limited time.
