Xbox Game Pass adds Black Ops 7 in November — but some big games are leaving, which has us bummed

There’s a good selection of new games coming to Xbox Game Pass, and I’m especially excited to try Black Ops 7 and Winter Burrow, which I’ve been watching for a while.

However, I’m disappointed to see a couple of games leaving the service, particularly the original Frostpunk and STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl (the sequel to Frostpunk will remain).

I already own both, and I suggest others purchase them too. They’re both fantastic survival games, though they offer very different experiences.

Windows 11 finally fixes the long-broken “Update and shut down” option that has plagued me for years

Microsoft recently resolved an issue in the latest Windows 11 builds (25H2 – Build 26200.7019, or 24H2 and newer – 26100.7019) where computers wouldn’t fully shut down. I personally experienced this problem as far back as Windows 10 – I’d initiate a shutdown after updates, only to find my PC still running hours later, leaving me unsure if I’d selected the correct option.

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Is Netflix’s Best Video Game Adaptation, Not Arcane

Inspired by the popular video game League of Legends, Arcane vividly brings the world of Runeterra to life, showcasing cities like Piltover and Zaun. The show tells a compelling story and maintains consistently high quality – every episode has earned a score of 8.5 or higher on IMDb, making it a standout success for Netflix.

Mayfair Witches Season 3 Gets Filming Update

News reports confirm Michiel Huisman will play Michael in Season 3 of Mayfair Witches. Michael is a carpenter who built and runs his own inn, but he’s hiding a secret. His life starts to fall apart when he becomes involved with Rowan Mayfair, played by Alexandra Daddario. Huisman joins Betsy Brandt as a new cast member for the upcoming season.

PIONER’s Open Beta is Now Live With Story Acts 1–5, Raids, PvP, and a Card-Battler Mode

The studio is offering a substantial amount of content for this test, including a five-part story campaign, the “Manufacture” raid, and a practice raid called “Crash Site.” Players can also participate in three global quests – one of which features a world boss – as well as PvP Deathmatch and the Carnage tournament. Carnage is a tactical card game within the game that includes ranked matches and rewards. This test phase offers around 30 hours of gameplay, but all progress will be reset when the beta is over.

Marvel Snap Rocks Out With Movement Heavy “Arachnid Anarchy” Season Pass

The new season will feature the return of two popular game modes, plus new Tech cards and Abilities that could significantly change how players build their decks. Combined with an upcoming game balance update, this creates a great opportunity for players to try out new strategies in the Golden Gauntlet. Here’s a look at all the new cards coming to Marvel Snap in the “Arachnid Anarchy” season, and which existing cards they work best with.

South Park Explains What’s Next for Randy After Tegridy Farms (And Why Things Won’t Just Go Back to Normal)

In a recent development, South Park has provided an update on Randy Marsh’s storyline following the closure of Tegridy Farms. After initially announcing he was leaving his farm and former life seven years after it began, the show had left Randy’s future direction unclear for a few episodes. However, the latest episode confirms that Randy has no plans to return to Tegridy Farms or his previous way of life anytime soon.

One of the Biggest Animated Sequels in History Just Landed on HBO Max (And It Is Even More Bonkers Than You Remember)

Get ready for the next Ice Age movie by revisiting one of the series’ wildest adventures, Ice Age: Continental Drift, now streaming on HBO Max! This fourth installment brings back Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, and Denis Leary as Manny, Sid, and Diego. They end up on a crazy sea voyage thanks to Scrat, and encounter pirates and other challenges along the way. You’ll also hear the voices of Queen Latifah, Jennifer Lopez, Drake, and Nicki Minaj in this fun animated comedy.