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Each year, franchises – particularly sports franchises – are recognized for the minor enhancements and subtle adjustments they implement to their established structure, and EA Sports FC followed suit last year, despite changing its entire branding from FIFA, which had been its name for numerous years prior. Now, with EA Sports FC 25 just around the corner, it too is promising incremental advancements, along with some notable, more substantial changes as well. As the game’s launch date approaches, here’s a rundown of some crucial details you should be aware of.

As a dedicated fan of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Nintendo Switch, I couldn’t help but notice that something fresh has dropped in the game! This update came out of nowhere, having been over a year since Nintendo last rolled out an update. While they’ve shared a brief rundown of what this update addresses, the details are rather scarce. It remains to be seen if the player community will uncover the full extent of the changes once we’ve all had a chance to dive in. For now, here are the official patch notes from Nintendo’s website: [Link provided]

An upgrade for the system software on PlayStation 5 has been released, transforming the Explore tab on the Dashboard into the Welcome Hub. Initially accessible to specific players in the United States, it will soon become active in Japan, certain countries, and Europe, eventually rolling out globally.

After long-awaited demands from fans, “When will Marvel arrive?”, the popular game Marvel vs. Capcom has made a grand return. The latest edition, titled “Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics“, is now accessible on PS4, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms. Take a look at the launch trailer below.

Similar to how EA Sports dominates football games, both domestic and international, 2K Games holds the strongest position in basketball gaming with NBA 2K. This dominance has sometimes led to contentious choices, particularly in terms of monetization, but the fundamental aspects of NBA 2K have consistently grown, albeit in incremental stages. The latest installment, NBA 2K25, may not be the best, but it grudgingly underscores why this series continues to attract players season after season.

Have you met the Saurian companions of the various tribes yet?