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Former CIA man Harold Nicholson and his 24-year-old son, Nathan, were busted for using jail visits, coded letters, and overseas meetings to sell US secrets to the Russians. This was all done from Nicholson’s cell in a federal prison in Oregon. Harold had his son Nathan out doing spy stuff for him, meeting with the Russians all over the world to pass on information, says theNew York Times. On one trip, Nathan attempted to smuggle one of his Russian paychecks back home… in a PlayStation case....

[Headerby Calvin Wong] Look, I’ve collected my fair share of uncommon videogames and trinkets. As someone who has parted with upwards of $300 on a single purchase, I understand the desire, the thrill of getting your hands on a unique relic that few others will ever so much as see with their own eyes. But when the price on such an item approaches the sticker value of your average compact car, even I begin to feel faint....

There’s bean a mix-up Devolver Digital has shut down rumors thatFall Guys: Ultimate Knockoutis headed to Xbox Game Pass. The publisher made the statement after comments on social media alluded to the arrival of Mediatonic’s battle royale title on Microsoft’s gaming service. The confusion began when the official Xbox Game Pass Instagram account responded to a member of the public asking after the popular multiplayer title. “It’s coming,” noted Xbox Game Pass, complete with an eyes emoji....

‘We’re so grateful. And relieved. But mostly grateful’ The walking and boombox pitching simulator,Firewatch, has sold over half a millions copies since launching in early February. We already knew the game was selling well (evenbeating outSFVandFar Cry Primalon the PlayStation store), but the actual figure is still damn impressive. An indie developer selling half a million copies at full price is nothing to sneeze at. The illuminated numbers come from ablog post yesterdayby Panic, Campo Santo’s publishing partner....

So says the press release, anyway Back in March, Epic Games said that its upcoming cooper multiplayer sandbox fortress defense something-or-otherFortnitehad “evolved,” and that they would hopefully be able to talk about it soon. Well, there has not been much talk since then, but today the developer released a load of screenshots, concept art, and a new trailer. The trailer shows off a lot of the different gameplay elements included. The coolest thing is probably the on-the-fly construction and reconstruction of fortress defenses....

Homeworld, Furious Four, and two new IPs are in the works Gearbox Software is working onFurious Four, remastering the originalHomeworldgames as well as developing a brand newHomeworld, and two unannounced new IPs. It’s not, however, making the nextBorderlandsright now, according to CEO Randy Pitchford. “We have more to do in the franchise, but no there isn’t aBorderlands 3,” he toldPolygon. “We loveBorderlands, and we know customers do too. So we will be doing more inBorderlands....

One shot. One Kill. Multiple points of articulation The people of Japanese toy manufacturer Good Smile Company have announced thatOverwatch’ssultry, deadly sniper Widowmaker is next in line to receive the Figma treatment. A selection of stills shows the incomparable assassin in a range of stylistic poses. Widowmaker appears to feature the high quality sculpture the range is known for, as well as the typical Figma articulation, allowing the character, who stands roughly 6....

Half-Life 3 confirmed? Fans looking forward to the PC port ofFinal Fantasy XVhave just been given an extra bit of incentive to grab it early. All purchases made before May 1 will include aHalf-Lifeskin pack that will let you dress up as Gordon Freeman. You’ll even have access to his crowbar as a weapon and will be able to have Noctis don the HEV suit in single-player. I’m mostly shocked thatHalf-Lifeis being added to such a decidedly Japanese game, but seeing Gordon Freeman in any capacity gives me hope that Valve hasn’t forgotten about its groundbreaking franchise....

Some good ones in there TheIndie MEGABOOTHhas become a huge hit at events like PAX and GDC, and it continues its tradition of offering a massive area packed with developers who otherwise would not be able to easily get floor space at gamescom. There are quite a few notable titles on the list that we have looked at in depth previously, likeArmello,Beatbuddy: Tale of the Guardians,Below,Broforce!,Chroma Squad,Desktop Dungeons,Super Time Force,The Talos Principle, andWhere is my Heart?...

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3introduces a new way to unlock items, weapons, and perks in multiplayer andWarzone. Unfortunately, it requires you to go through the confusing and annoyingMW3Armory Unlock system. MW3Armory Unlock system explained TheMW3Armory Unlock system is the new way in which you unlock new weapons, perk items, tactical equipment, and more. In the past games, you would just level up your character to unlock all the base items available....

Batteries not included The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomintroduces an unimaginable number of ways to get around Hyrule. If you can stick wheels onto it, you can drive it. If you can glue it to some wings, you can fly it. However, if you want to go very far, you’ll probably want to upgrade your Energy Cells (the little battery icons). I’m going to warn you right now that increasing your Energy Cells can be a long process....

A touch pass is often the safest way to distribute the ball inMadden NFL 25, and mastering it quickly will be highly beneficial. The touch pass might not be the first option you have on your mind when sending a ball to your receiver. You’ll be primarily relying on the bullet pass, but using that option may not always be fruitful. Instead, you’re able to utilize an option that’s slightly slower and has a greater curve than a bullet pass, which makes it easier for the receiver to catch....

There is an adorable NPC inStardew Valleycalled the Hat Mouse. He lives in the Abandoned House to the south of Cindersap Forest and, as his name suggests, he sells hats. However, his stock grows over the course of the game and each hat has a specific unlock trigger. The Hat Mouse will send you a letter the morning after you complete your first achievement in game, so it makes sense that each of the hats he goes on to sell only unlocks after you’ve earned its accompanying achievement....