Vanillaware’s latest tactical RPG, Unicorn Overlord, released earlier this year and is already on sale for 50% off at Amazon. Walmart was offering this deal, too, but has since raised the price back to $40. Only the Nintendo Switch version is eligible for this massive discount, but you can get the PS5 and Xbox Series X versions for $40 each at multiple retailers. That said, Unicorn Overlord feels right at home on Switch, as it’s a great game for portable play–especially at its all-time low price of $30. Deals on the Switch version of Unicorn Overlord have routinely sold out faster than Xbox and PlayStation deals, and Amazon could change the price at any time.

Unicorn Overlord for Nintendo Switch — $30 ($60)

Unicorn Overlord for PS5 and Xbox Series X

Vanillaware is known for creating unique experiences that combine elements from multiple genres. The studio’s previous games include critical hits such as 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Dragon’s Crown, Odin Sphere, and Muramasa: The Demon Sphere.

Unicorn Overlord might have a quirky name, but it pulled in great reviews due to its strong strategy-RPG elements and gorgeous graphics (despite a lackluster narrative). Our Unicorn Overlord review gave it an 8/10 for those exact reasons.

“The visuals in Unicorn Overlord dazzle right from the opening cutscene, with Vanillaware’s well-loved 2D art bringing a detailed fantasy realm to life,” wrote critic Heidi Kemps. “There’s so much satisfaction and gameplay depth here to sink your teeth into that you may find yourself thinking deeply about the game’s team dynamics even when you’re not playing. When the primary feeling a game leaves you with is wanting to play more of it, you know you have a gem on your hands.”

It’s also worth noting that the collector’s edition is available for $90 (was $130) for Xbox Series X at Woot. Officially called the Monarch Edition, this version is pretty darn cool, as it comes with an original Unicorn Overlord card with over 250 cards, an art boo, music album, and DLC voucher. Amazon has the collector’s edition in stock for retail price for PS5 and Xbox Series X. The Nintendo Switch version is difficult to find in stock.

It’s also worth noting that the collector’s edition is back in stock for PS5 and Xbox Series X at Amazon. It clocks in at $130, but it includes tons of goodies such as an art book, music album, DLC voucher, and even an original Unicorn Overlord card game with over 250 cards.

We’re not sure how long this deal will stick around (or how long the collector’s edition will remain in stock), so head over to the retailers soon if you want to cash in on the offers.

Backbone has announced a new limited-edition version of its controller, designed in collaboration with award-winning musician–and noted Lord of the Rings fan–Post Malone. This $200 version of the Backbone One sports a translucent green design, a glow-in-the-dark logo, and several hardware upgrades like an aluminum D-pad and laser-etched aluminum face buttons. These will be very limited, as only 500 of them are being produced. You can try your luck at buying one now. Backbone started taking orders on June 25 at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET.

When it inevitably sells out, you can still pick up a regular Backbone for your phone, although you’ll have to settle for a PlayStation white or an Xbox-esque carbon black finish.

With games like Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Death Stranding on newer iPhone models, Netflix’s underrated library, and even anime streaming service Crunchyroll offering a great selection of games, it’s worth investing in one of these devices for some quick gaming when you’re on the go.

Backbone One controllers

• Backbone One (2nd Gen, USB-C, White)
• Backbone One (2nd Gen, USB-C, Black)
• Backbone One (2nd Gen, Lightning, White)
• Backbone One (2nd Gen, Lightning, Black)
• Backbone One (1st Gen, Lightning, White)
• Backbone One (1st Gen, Lightning, Black)

The second-gen models are the best as they use a USB-C connection to pair with your phone and they support phone cases. This makes them more appealing as you won’t need to strip the protective cover off of your phone every time you want to do a fresh run in Hades. You’re also getting passthrough charging, a 2.5mm headphone jack, premium buttons and triggers, and support for most iPhones and Android devices.

Our Backbone One review praised it for being a “combination of solid hardware and smart app design,” and it has only gotten better with its second-generation update. For more options you can check our list of the best controllers for Android and iPhone.

Nostalgic Atari fans can add the recently released Atari 400 Mini to their collection for only $102 for a limited time. This is the lowest price yet for the recreation of the 8-bit home computer from 1979, but it’s also an Amazon Lightning Deal with limited quantities. The Atari 400 Mini emulates all Atari 8-bit software from the 400 through the 800XL.

Beyond the new Atari 400 Mini, there are plenty of other Atari consoles to consider. This includes the Atari 2600+ that launched last year and plays original cartridges. It costs $130, but it’s a great option if you still have a bunch of your old Atari games lurking in the basement or stashed away in a closet–or if you want to buy some new games, including the wonderful Mr. Run and Jump. A cheaper alternative is the My Arcade Atari Game Station Pro, which is on sale for $74 (down from $100) and is loaded with over 200 Atari games and comes with two joysticks.

If you want to bring your games on the road, the budget-friendly Atari Pocket Player Pro is worth a closer look. Along with a decidedly retro design, the $29 (was $40 handheld comes with 100 games, including Asteroids, Centipede, Tempest, and Breakout. And for something a bit off the beaten path, you’ll find the Tiny Arcade Atari 2600, which is a tiny desktop arcade game that features a 1.5-inch retro monitor and 10 games.

The Atari 400 Mini isn’t the only classic home computer that has received the miniaturized treatment in recent years. You should also check out the Commodore 64 Mini, which contains 64 preloaded games, for only $45, and the A500 Mini. Better known today as simply Amiga, this small-scale revival of Commodore’s 16-bit PC comes with 25 built-in games. Like the Atari 400 Mini, you can sideload games on these retro computers with a USB stick.

Elden Ring’s new Shadow of the Erdtree expansion requires fast reflexes, a well-equipped character, and plenty of patience if you’re looking to conquer it. Or if you want to show off, you could find a novel way to play it, just like Twitch streamer Perrikaryal has done by using the power of her mind to make progress.

Working her way through the Elden Ring DLC–which is quickly earning a reputation for being incredibly challenging–Perrikaryal has already managed to beat several of the early bosses with pure brain power, like those two guys in a Chinese dragon costume. How does the hands-free setup work? According to Kotaku, Perrikaryal’s rig uses motion sensors to track her head and eye movements alongside an electroencephalogram (EEG) device to record the electrical activity of her brain.

It’s not a perfect system and there are times when the code behind it requires fine-tuning, but when it works, it really works. If you’re interested, you can see more on Perrikaryal’s Twitch channel, where she has several highlights of challenging the tough new bosses. If you’re not quite ready to build your own Cerebro in your quest to be the top Tarnished in Shadow of the Erdtree, you can check out GameSpot’s Elden Ring DLC guides hub for some helpful tips and tricks, or you can check out our rundown of 14 things to know before jumping in.

Shadow of the Erdtree has been a critical success since it launched, scoring a perfect 10 in GameSpot’s review. On GameSpot’s sister site Metacritic, it has become the highest-rated expansion for a role-playing game ever, a feat that was previously held for several years by The Witcher 3’s Blood and Wine DLC.

PDP’s Riffmaster Wireless Guitar Controller for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S (plus PC) sold out instantly when it went up for preorder earlier this year. Subsequent restocks also vanished in no time, but now’s your chance to pick up the newly released peripheral for Fortnite Festival. GameStop has the Xbox Series X|S Riffmaster controller in stock for $130 with free one- to three-day shipping. This model also works wirelessly with PC and Xbox One. The PlayStation version of the controller was also in stock, but it has since sold out.

One of Fortnite’s most notable new game modes of the year, Fortnite Festival is essentially Rock Band inside of Fortnite–it was even developed by Harmonix.

Story-driven RPG Witchspring R launched last year on PC to surprising acclaim. The title has gathered enough steam that it’ll soon launch for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on September 3. The console version will be available in a physical edition of the game for both platforms, as well as a Collector’s Edition that comes with quite a few extra goodies—and both versions are up for preorder at Amazon and Best Buy right now.

The standard edition of Witchspring R runs $40, but the Collector’s Edition will cost you $120 if you want to spring for it. The Collector’s Edition is a pretty significant step up to match the price, with a mix of both physical items and digital goodies to augment your experience. Check the links below for where you can preorder.

$40

You can preorder the standard edition of Witchspring R on Switch at Best Buy, or on Switch and PS5 at Amazon.

$120

The Collector’s Edition of Witchspring R includes a number of additional items, including a download code for the original soundtrack and a hardcover art book. Here’s the complete rundown of everything you get for the extra cash.

• Special CE outer box
• Pieberry figure
• Physical game
• OST download voucher
• Hardcover art book
• New costume Silver Rose set for Pieberry download voucher

If either Best Buy or Amazon lists the Witchspring R Collector’s Edition as not being in stock, check back a little later. Both sites are offering the game as a preorder, and it appears the listings haven’t gone live yet, not that they’re sold out.

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is filled with numerous challenges that are sure to test your mettle. Perhaps none are as frustrating as a certain foe, whom you’ll meet at the end of your journey. Here’s our guide on how to beat the final boss in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. Naturally, this article contains major spoilers.

How to beat the final boss in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree – Promised Consort Radahn guide

The Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree final boss is General Radahn, your old buddy from when you had migraines after spending hours in Caelid. Now, though, he’s called Promised Consort Radahn, as he’s revealed to be Miquella’s most loyal companion. You’ll battle him in a legacy dungeon called Enir-Ilim, which you’ll gain access to upon burning the Sealing Tree.

There are some similarities between Mr. Starscourge and Mr. Promised Consort, most notably the use of massive dual greatswords and a penchant for dive-bombing you like a meteor. The key difference, now, is that the fight takes place in a smaller arena and not a desert island, so don’t worry about Radahn galloping around on a tiny horse.

Preparing for the Promised Consort Radahn boss fight

Make no mistake, the Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Promised Consort Radahn boss battle is one of the hardest in the entire game (not just the DLC). We feel that he’s more difficult than Malenia. As such, you need to be well-prepared. We suggest the following:

• Boost your character’s capabilities and summons by collecting more Scadutree Fragments and Revered Spirit Ashes. We defeated the final boss when our Shadow Realm Blessings were at level 17 and level 9, respectively.
• Speaking of summons, a single summon like the Mimic Tear or Banished Knight Oleg will not be enough. You might need help from NPC allies. You can call on both Thiollier and Ansbach if you complete their quests. We’ve got all the details for you in our Thiollier quest guide and Ansbach quest guide.
• Golden Braid talisman – You can find this in the Shaman Village once you access the secret northeast area (Scaduview). It boosts holy damage resistance by the utmost.
• Dragoncrest Shield Talisman +2 – Found in Crumblign Farum Azula in the base game. This helps mitigate physical damage.
• Armors with high resistance to holy damage.
• For those who prefer bleed builds, the new Red Bear’s Claw is a viable option. It comes from the Northern Nameless Mausoleum.
• Base game options, such as Blasphemous Blade and Dark Moon Greatsword, are still viable. You can also choose the Staff of Loss or other spellcasting weapons.
• The ground in the arena has a bright color. You should have as few runes as possible in case of deaths. It’s going to be hard to see the marker where you dropped your runes, and you don’t want to run around looking for your XP/currency.
• Lastly, you’ll want to have high Vigor (at least 60). You’ll need all the HP you can get.

Phase 1: Promised Consort Radahn

What makes Promised Consort Radahn so dangerous is that his combo sequences have multiple swings (sometimes up to five or six strikes), and these have rather fast animation speeds. He also has the following abilities during the first phase of the encounter:

• Meteor Dive – Radahn will always start the encounter by jumping into the air and dive-bombing your location. Do not spend these first few seconds casting or summoning. Just dodge the initial dive-bomb to be safe.
• Meteor Rain – Radahn will jump and spawn half a dozen rocks in mid-air. These will crash one by one at your location.
• Gravity Pull – The boss will pull you if you’re too far away, followed by a stomp that causes a quake. Dodge the eruption as it’s about to occur.
• Melee combos – Ideally, you should dodge toward the boss instead of sideways or backwards. His swings have follow-ups that can reach you even if you avoid the first few blows.

Phase 2: Radahn Consort of Miquella

The second phase against Promised Consort Radahn in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is where things get extremely hectic. At roughly 60% HP, a cutscene will play and Miquella will make an appearance. He’ll then piggyback off Radahn, like a creepy angelic backpack of sorts, causing Radahn’s attacks to be infused with holy damage. This is why it’s important to boost your holy resistance as much as possible, since the boss’ melee attacks are usually followed by holy-based area-of-effect (AoE) damage.

Likewise, Radahn will retain several abilities from the first phase, and you need to watch out for some new tricks such as:

• Holy Bombardment – The second phase will always begin with Radahn casting a spell that causes multiple beams to strike your location. Remove lock-on immediately and sprint to the side until the beams are gone.
• Lightspeed Slash – Radahn will start flashing, then he’ll rush and slice you multiple times.
• Heavenly Eruption – When the ground starts to glow, a massive eruption is about to occur. This will likely deplete a chunk of your HP. You can either block to help mitigate the damage, or sprint behind the boss since this is a frontal AoE spell.
• Holy Hug – When Radahn pulls back, he’s about to run and grab you in a bear hug. You don’t actually take damage from this move, as Miquella just goads you into giving up. However, if you get hugged for a second time, your character will die because their “heart was stolen.”

Promised Consort Radahn Remembrance and rewards

Having as many summoned allies as possible certainly helps in the battle against Promised Consort Radahn in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. Your spirit ash summon and NPC allies can distract Radahn and take aggro for a few seconds, giving you enough breathing room. It’s also beneficial for those who like to cast spells from afar or those who want to do a few strikes to apply bleeding.

If you succeed in defeating the boss, then you’ll receive the Remembrance of a God and a Lord, which can be exchanged for the following:

Option 1: Greatsword of Radahn (Lord)

• Type: Colossal Sword
• Effect/description: Promised Consort
• Stat scaling: Str D, Dex D, Int E
• Stat requirements: Str 22, Dex 18, and Fai 12

Option 2: Greatsword of Radahn (Light)

• Type: Colossal Sword
• Effect/description: Lightspeed Slash
• Stat scaling: Str D, Dex D, and Int E
• Stat requirements: Str 38, Dex 12, and Int 15

Option 3: Light of Miquella

• Type: Incantation
• Effect/description: Annihilates foes with a pillar of light.
• Stat requirement: Fai 72
• FP cost: 48

There are also a couple of other notable goodies:

• Let Us Go Together emote – Obtained after defeating the boss or if your character perishes to the Holy Hug.
• Circlet of Light – Obtained after interacting with the Memory Orb (ending cutscene).
• NPC rewards – You can pick up rewards from the NPC allies whose quests you completed.

That does it for our guide on how to beat the final boss in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. If you’d like to know about other rewards, you can take a look at our boss Remembrances guide.

First launched on Nintendo 3DS, Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon is making the jump to Nintendo Switch on June 27. The Switch version, dubbed Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD, enhances the charming adventure with refreshed graphics and quality-of-life gameplay updates that bring the game closer to its sequel, Luigi’s Mansion 3, while keeping the 3DS original’s content intact–including all the same puzzles, enemies, and even the ScareScraper multiplayer mode. Preorders for Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD are available now.

Of course, Luigi’s Mansion 2 isn’t the only game in the series available on Nintendo Switch. Luigi’s Mansion 3 launched for the system back in 2019, and is considered by many the best game in the series. If you haven’t played Luigi’s Mansion 3 yet either, you can grab the physical edition at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, GameStop, or Target.

The GOG Summer Sale is now live, offering huge discounts on hundreds of PC games. Like all GOG sales, there are deals on titles from throughout the platform’s history, from time-tested classics up to the latest new releases–and in some cases, you can pick up some all-time amazing games for just a couple dollars.

For example, you can snag the enhanced editions of Baldur’s Gate and Baldur’s Gate II, which are available for just $5 and $3, respectively. Normally, both classic CRPGs go for $20, so these are pretty steep discounts. If that isn’t enough to sate your CRPG thirst, you can also grab Divinity: Original Sin 2 for $13.49 (normally $45), Dragon Age: Origins for $3.19 (normally $20), or Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire – Obsidian Edition for $15 (was $60).

Some other low-priced deals include Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair: Deluxe Edition for $4.75 (normally $48), SteamWorld Heist for $1.49 (was $15), and Deus Ex: Mankind Divided Digital Deluxe Edition for $6.74 (was $45). The are also a few multi-game collections on super-sale, including the Yakuza Complete Series bundle that includes seven games–Yakuza 0, Yakuza Kiwami, Kiwami 2, the remastered versions of Yakuza 3 through 5, and Yakuza 6: The Song of Life–all for just $50.39, which is over 50% off the collection’s usual $112 price. There’s also the Metro Franchise Bundle that includes all four games in the atmospheric FPS series for just $9.51 (normally $60).

Those are just a small selection of the many PC game deals available during GOG’s Summer Sale. You can check out a list of more of our favorite deals below, or head over to GOG to browse the full catalog.

The GOG Summer Sale runs until July 10, so you have just over a week left to take advantage of these deals before they’re gone.

GOG Summer Sale Deals

This standard physical edition of Slay the Princess is just $45. It’s available for Switch and PS5 and is available at Amazon and Best Buy. The Pristine Cut includes not just the standard game that earned rave reviews, but also three new chapters, new Princesses, and plenty of other updates. So even if you’ve played the original, there’s plenty more to enjoy with this definitive edition. Along with the game, you’ll also get interior case art, a soundtrack download card, and mirror sticker sheet.