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Donny van de Beek's agent reveals Manchester United are blocking transfer to Premier League rivals | 24F596N | 2024-05-12 16:08:01

Donny van de Beek has struggled during his loan spell with Eintracht Frankfurt (Getty)

Donny van de Beek's agent claims that Manchester United are not willing to sell the midfielder to another Premier League club this summer.

The 27-year-old joined United in a £40 million deal from Ajax in 2020 but has struggled to make an impact at Old Trafford and is now expected to leave on a permanent deal at the end of the season.

Van de Beek has spent the second half of this campaign on loan with Eintracht Frankfurt but the midfielder has been unable to secure a regular place in the team and the Bundesliga side are not taking up their option to buy for £9.5m.

Guido Albers, Van de Beek's agent, has ruled out a possible return to Ajax this summer and is now targeting a move to La Liga, Serie A or Ligue 1 as United are not entertaining offers from rival Premier League sides.

When asked about being reunited with Van de Beek after their split in October 2021, Albers said on ESPN's Goedemorgen Eredivisie on Sunday: 'I think that's wonderful, he has been away from me for a while.

'For me it is a very nice moment in his career to pick it up again. We said together, 'back to basics'.

Donny van de Beek is set to leave Manchester United this summer (Action Images via Reuters)

'He's lost that a bit in recent years. He is hungry and eager to please. I came to an agreement with Frankfurt for him. Frankfurt still had an option until June 30, which they will not exercise. Officially he is now going back to Manchester United and I am now in discussions with him.

'Donny does not want to stay in the Premier League, also because United do not want that. That is not a good choice for him. He needs to return to a club that plays good football. In any case, he will not return to Ajax.

'My preference was to look in Spain, Italy or France. If I could get him in Spain or Italy that would be fantastic, at a club where he will play as a No.10 like he played at Ajax.

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'You see that the Dutch are successful in a certain way in Spanish or Italian football.

'He was very close to a transfer to Real Sociedad last summer. That was cancelled at the last minute because Erik ten Hag wanted to keep him until the last minute. Then he ended up at Frankfurt.'

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John Lundstram slammed for 'madness' red card in Rangers defeat to Celtic | 24F596N | 2024-05-12 16:08:01

John Lundstram had a disastrous afternoon at Celtic Park (Picture: Getty Images)

John Lundstram's red card in Rangers' defeat to Celtic on Saturday afternoon was labelled 'madness' on a day to forget for the Englishman.

Celtic won the game 2-1 and are now on the verge of winning the Scottish Premiership, six points clear of Rangers with two games to play.

However, they were given a helping hand by their opponents, and specifically Lundstram, who scored an own goal and was shown a red card before half-time.

Matt O'Riley gave Celtic the lead and Lundstram's calamitous own goal seemed to put the home side in a very strong position.

Cyriel Dessers headed Rangers back into contention on 40 minutes but a ridiculous lunge from Lundstram on Alistair Johnston left Celtic with 10 players for the entire second half.

Former Celtic boss Neil Lennon had sympathy for the Rangers manager, who he felt would be fuming with Lundstram for the 'madness' he displayed.

'If I'm Philippe Clement, I'm absolutely raging, 100 per cent,' Lennon told Sky Sports. 'He's an experienced player.

'They've done great to get back into the game against a top team. They've shown good mentality, the shape has been alright. It's madness.'

Clement remained pretty measured after the game but admitted that the red card cost the team and he did not expect to see that kind of decision from an experienced player.

'It makes a massive difference, of course,' he said. 'Lunny will be the first one to know that, but it's decision making, wrong decision making in that moment.

'He knows. But I don't forget all the good things he did the last couple of months for the team and the last couple of years for the club.

'So everybody makes mistakes, you don't expect from an experienced guy that mistake in this game but it is what it is and we have to move forward now.'

Brendan Rodgers is on the brink of a Scottish Premiership title with Celtic (Picture: Getty Images)

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers was actually a bit frustrated that his team did not press home their advantage further, with a nervy ending to the contest.

'We made the game really tense at the end when there was no need for it to be,' he said.

'We're not over the line yet, but we're in a great place. We need to recover and look to finish the job on Wednesday.

'It's always the best team that wins after 38 games. We're not there yet, but the finish line is in touching distance.'

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I have over a hundred hours spent in Hades and the sequel has me obsessed | 9Z731N6 | 2024-05-12 15:08:01

HADES 2 was one of the most-anticipated games of 2024, and everyone was shocked by its release.

While we knew that it would launch on Steam in Early Access 'soon' it suddenly dropped to everyone's surprise.

I have over a hundred hours spent in Hades and the sequel has me obsessed
I have over a hundred hours spent in Hades and the sequel has me obsessed
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Hades 2 is far more than a new playable character[/caption]

I've been playing Hades 2 in Early Access for a few weeks now, and as someone with more than a hundred hours in the original game, I couldn't wait to play.

I will admit that when I started playing Hades 2 during the technical test I came away disappointed.

It initially felt more like DLC to the original game with a new playable character than something fresh.

So many aspects of the game are the same, such as the collecting resources, making friends, and your journey through multiple levels of the underworld.

However, once you get past the first area the hub world opens up, and the new mechanics slowly unfold.

Even in this Early Access version there are six layers to explore, which is two more than the first game's full release.

Without giving too much away the areas mix up the game's formula far more than they did in the original, giving more variety as you dig deeper.

This is aside from all the extra things you can unlock the more you play, giving you different ways to improve Melinoë.

She's the new protagonist, and has a substantial upgrade to her cast which offers some protection when she's standing inside it.

All of the weapons are also new, and there is a mix of old and new keepsakes to change up your playstyle.

With all the new additions, Hades 2 is an improvement over the original, even if it can occasionally get bogged down with collecting resources.

This version is incomplete but still features as much content as a full game, so it's worth taking the plunge.


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Most-anticipated game of 2024 has shocked fans as it's suddenly dropped on Steam without warning | 9Z731N6 | 2024-05-12 15:08:01

SHADOW drops have been all the rage lately as games are released with no prior announcement.

While Hades 2 was announced a while ago, we've never been given anything more concrete than a 'coming soon' release date.

Most-anticipated game of 2024 has shocked fans as it's suddenly dropped on Steam without warning
Most-anticipated game of 2024 has shocked fans as it's suddenly dropped on Steam without warning
Supergiant Games
Melinoë is the new protagonist in Hades 2[/caption]

The wait for many excited fans is finally over, as the Early Access build was suddenly launched yesterday, May 6, 2024, for fans.

Despite being in Early Access the build contains more content than the entirety of the original Hades, with six areas to explore compared to Hades' four.

Many of the aspects of Hades are here, like the hub world and increasingly difficult areas with a tough final boss, but there are plenty of new challenges to explore.

The protagonist has changed from Zagreus to his sister Melinoë, and she has a new set of weapons at her disposal.

There are also new gods, shake ups of the older ones, and even more mythology to find.

People are especially excited that Hades 2 is Steam Deck verified, meaning that you can play it on the go.

The final release will include even more areas, and there are a few bugs that still need ironing out.

A number of character models are also just stand-in designs and don't represent the final product.

However, this is a promising first look at what is to come, with even more to explore than in the original games' full release.

The Early Access build of Hades 2 is exclusive to Steam, and you cannot play it on console.

It will likely be released on consoles in the future, but people will have to wait for the full launch.


If you want to read more about the game, you can check out our Hades 2 preview.

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Netflix is adding five new titles to its May line up including a 93-rated game and a day one release | 9Z731N6 | 2024-05-12 15:08:01

NETFLIX is best known for its vast library of TV shows and movies, but there is another entertainment library that many people are missing out on.

There are over a hundred amazing mobile games that come free with any tier of Netflix subscription and most people are missing out.

Netflix is adding five new titles to its May line up including a 93-rated game and a day one release
Netflix is adding five new titles to its May line up including a 93-rated game and a day one release
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Sonic Mania brings old-school levels with a modern twist[/caption]

Not only is there a library of highly-rated games like Hades and Immortality, but more excellent games are added consistently.

There are a number of excellent games being added in May, with something to suit everyone's tastes.

The highlight of this month's releases is Sonic Mania Plus, which has a 91 rating on review aggregate site Metacritic.

Based on players' favourite levels from the most popular 2D Sonic games, fans loved the throwback to the classic titles.

Braid is another classic game that has seen a modern update, and has a fantastic 93 rating on Metacritic.

This is a 2D platformer where you manipulate time to try to get the perfect set up.

Paper Trail is an upcoming release that will be available day one on Netflix, as well as the interactive exclusive Virgin River.

The final game being added in May is the 83-rated Katana Zero, a fast-paced hack and slash.

All of these games will be available by the end of the month, and are easily available via the Netflix mobile app.

Here's the full list of upcoming Netflix games and their release dates.

  • Out now
    • Sonic Mania Plus
  • May 14
    • Braid Anniversary Edition
  • May 21
    • Paper Trail
  • May 29
    • Netflix Stories: Virgin River
  • May TBD
    • Katana Zero

If you want to check out more in gaming subscriptions, check out the free games with Amazon Prime in May.

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Nintendo warns Switch fans they could lose money – here's how to avoid it | 9Z731N6 | 2024-05-12 15:08:01

GAMERS are always on the hunt for bargains, with many going to great lengths to save a few pounds on games, which can get very expensive at times. 

One of the ways that gamers can save money is through the Nintendo Switch Online voucher program. 

Nintendo warns Switch fans they could lose money – here's how to avoid it
Nintendo warns Switch fans they could lose money – here's how to avoid it
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The upcoming Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door can be purchased with a voucher[/caption]

Nintendo Switch Online vouchers come in sets of two, costing £84 for the pair, and can be redeemed for first-party Nintendo-published games. 

Given most first-party Switch games cost £50, and some even cost £60, buying games through the voucher program can save up to £25 on full price games. 

Nintendo Switch Online vouchers are valid for one year from the date of purchase, and new first-party games are added as they become available for preorder. 

Because of this, many gamers opt to buy vouchers in advance, in anticipation of upcoming games.

Nintendo has issued a warning, though, for players to be mindful of the expiration date of Nintendo Switch Online vouchers, as the expiration might be sooner than you think. 

In a tweet from the Japanese Nintendo account, the company noted that the vouchers actually last for 365 days, and not a calendar year like many would expect. 

For the most part, this typically equates to exactly one year, but 2024 is a leap year, so tickets bought before February 29, 2024 will expire one day earlier in the following year. 

Nintendo uses the example of a ticket bought on May 12, 2023, which if 2024 were not a leap year, would expire on May 12 of the following year. 

Because 2024 is a leap year, though, the ticket would instead expire on May 11, 2024, because there was an extra day. 

Switch owners are advised to double check the expiry date on Nintendo Switch Online vouchers, which they can do on the Nintendo eShop on their console, in the User Account menu.

Nintendo Switch Online offers a range of benefits to subscribers, including hundreds of retro games across NES, SNES, Game Boy, GBA, Nintendo 64, and Sega Mega Drive. 

It also includes DLC at no extra cost for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Splatoon 2. 

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PlayStation fans relieved after player outrage leads to major Sony backflip | 9Z731N6 | 2024-05-12 15:08:01

PLAYSTATION fans are breathing a sigh of relief today after Sony announced a major backflip following a tumultuous weekend for the company. 

The drama erupted over the weekend when it was revealed that Helldivers 2, a PlayStation-published game, would force PC players to use a PSN account, potentially blocking access for some fans

PlayStation fans relieved after player outrage leads to major Sony backflip
PlayStation fans relieved after player outrage leads to major Sony backflip
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Helldivers 2 has players fighting against aliens on foreign planets[/caption]

It's not uncommon for PC games to require third-party accounts, even when purchased on Steam, but this time things are a little bit more complicated. 

The main issue was that, despite advertising that the PSN login would be required, the requirement has been turned off since the game launched in early February. 

That's largely because of the massive success of the game, which required developer Arrowhead to turn off some network functions like PSN logins to ensure a smooth experience. 

Since then, neither publisher Sony or developer Arrowhead had mentioned restoring the requirement for a third-party login. 

When Sony announced it would soon be required, players were furious, flooding the game's Steam page with negative reviews. 

Players also took to social media to give negative feedback, with social media managers for Arrowhead copping a lot of unfortunate abuse. 

To make things worse, the game was sold in almost all Steam regions, even including those where PlayStation accounts aren't legally available. 

After that issue was brought to the forefront of the drama, Sony pulled the game from sale in over 170 Steam regions, seeming to many that the requirement was here to stay, despite the backlash. 

In a shocking turn of events, though, Sony backflipped on the requirement today, providing a statement on social media confirming the plans had been scrapped. 

The PlayStation account said: "Helldivers fans – we've heard your feedback on the Helldivers 2 account linking update.

"The May 6 update, which would have required Steam and PlayStation Network account linking for new players and for current players beginning May 30, will not be moving forward." 

Sony says that it's listening to feedback, and will keep players updated on future plans for Helldivers 2, which is likely to include many updates.

Helldivers 2 launched on PC and PS5 in February to glowing reviews, and has been played by tens of millions of players, many of which were on PC. 

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New Photo - Pokémon fans can pick up a super rare fan favourite – but it's only for a limited time | 9Z731N6 | 2024-05-12 15:08:01
Pokémon fans can pick up a super rare fan favourite – but it's only for a limited time | 9Z731N6 | 2024-05-12 15:08:01

POKÉMON holds events every month to keep people playing its popular games.

May is no different, as a rare and powerful Pokémon will be entering seven-star raids and it's free for everyone to catch.

Pokémon fans can pick up a super rare fan favourite – but it's only for a limited time
Pokémon fans can pick up a super rare fan favourite – but it's only for a limited time
The Pokémon Company
Primarina will only be available in raids for a limited time[/caption]

Whether you are a fan of Pokémon Scarlet or Violet it will be available in every game.

Starting on Friday, May 10, 2024, a Fairy-tera type Primarina will be the target of seven-star raids.

Primarina will be available for two different weekends from May 10 until May 12, and again from May 17 until May 19.

You can complete one tera raid every day for a total of seven sets of rewards.

Despite this, you can only catch Primarina one time, so you only need to take down the raid once if you just want the Pokémon.

Primarina comes with the hidden ability Liquid Voice, which you would usually need the rare item Ability Patch if you wanted to unlock it.

Liquid Voice turns all of Primarina's sound based moves to Water-type, and it will also have a number of powerful Fairy-type moves boosted by its tera.

You will need to build a Pokémon specifically for this raid if you want to take it down, so it's worth getting one ready now.

Counters like Snorlax and Clodsire may potentially be good, but we won't know until the raid opens up and we learn its move set.


If you want to read more about Pokémon, check out our interview with World Champion Wolfe Glick.

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Pokémon fans have just hours to grab a super rare 'mon – and it's free | 9Z731N6 | 2024-05-12 15:08:01

EVERY year Nintendo releases two versions of each mainline game with exclusives available for each one.

The main exclusives with Generation 9 are the Paradox Pokémon, powerful past and future 'mons based on popular designs from throughout the franchise.

Pokémon fans have just hours to grab a super rare 'mon – and it's free
Pokémon fans have just hours to grab a super rare 'mon – and it's free
The Pokémon Company
Flutter Mane is available for a limited time to all players[/caption]

Half of these are past Paradox 'mons exclusive to Pokémon Scarlet, and the other half are future 'mons exclusive to Pokémon Violet.

This means that if you only own one version of the game, and have no one to trade with, you'll miss out on a whole collection of popular Pokémon.

Luckily, Pokémon holds a number of giveaways where you can grab different 'mons that have been successful in competitions.

To celebrate the Korea Player's Cup where Korean players can qualify for the World Championships, Pokémon is giving away a Flutter Mane owned by last year's Senior Division Champion.

Yeomyeong's Flutter Mane is only available via Mystery Gift until May 7, 2024, so you only have hours to grab it.

It comes holding the Choice Specs item, and has the moves Moonblast, Shadow Ball, Dazzling Gleam and Thunderbolt.

If you want to grab this powerful Pokémon Scarlet exclusive for yourself, there are a few steps you need to follow.

First open your menu and select Poké Portal, and from here navigate to Mystery Gift at the bottom of the list.

Then select 'Get with Code/Password' and enter the password 987W1THSPECS.

From here you can select the Flutter Mane and it's yours.
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Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How to redeem Mystery Gifts and all current codes | 9Z731N6 | 2024-05-12 15:08:01

AS we approach the Pokémon World Championships 2024, there are only a few events left to take part in battles.

If you want to grab some free items and Pokémon for these events, read on to find out what's currently available.

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How to redeem Mystery Gifts and all current codes
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How to redeem Mystery Gifts and all current codes
The Pokemon Company
This is the menu where you can find Mystery Gifts.[/caption]

We'll walk you through the process of how to download each gift, and what exactly is available.

Here's all the items currently available through mystery gifts in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: All Mystery Gift Codes

There are some Mystery gifts currently available for those who purchased the game on release.

More codes will be released as time goes on, and you can find them all through the official Pokémon newsletter if you subscribe.

For now, here are all known Mystery Gift codes for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet in May 2024:

  • 30x Quick Balls until February 28, 2025 – G0TCHAP0KEMON
  • Expert Belt until February 28, 2025 – SUPEREFFECT1VE
  • Yasobi's Pawmot until February 28, 2025 – Y0AS0B1B1R1B1R1
  • Chest Form Gimmighoul until November 30, 2024 – SEEY0U1NPALDEA
  • Terastal Cap until November 30, 2024 – WEARTERASTALCAP
  • Liko's Sprigatito until September 30, 2024 – L1K0W1TH906
  • Cetitan until August 31, 2024 – L1KEAFLUTE
  • Flutter Mane until May 7, 2024 – 987W1THSPECS
  • Rotom Cover no expiry date – NE0R0T0MC0VER
  • Bonus for purchasing the physical version or a physical double-pack: 200x Pokéballs Individual codes are provided with purchase.

If you use 'Get via Internet' there are some more items you can grab.

  • Mysterious Pecha Berry Required to start the Scarlet & Violet epilogue.

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: How to redeem Mystery Gifts

Follow these steps to redeem a Mystery Gift in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:

  1. Press the X button in the game to open the menu.
  2. Select the Poké Portal option on the right.
  3. Select the Mystery Gift option at the bottom.
  4. Select the method for redeeming the Mystery Gift.
  5. If you have a code for redemption, enter it to receive your reward.
  6. If your Mystery Gift does not require a code, then select 'Get via Internet' to automatically receive your gift.

Written by Georgina Young on behalf of GLHF.

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Steam users can pick up an incredible bundle worth over $200 including a 90-rated game | 9Z731N6 | 2024-05-12 15:08:01

BUNDLES are a great way to save money on games as they are often offered at an extremely steep discount.

We're always scouring the web looking for the best deals so that we can pass off the savings onto you.

Steam users can pick up an incredible bundle worth over $200 including a 90-rated game
Steam users can pick up an incredible bundle worth over $200 including a 90-rated game
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Hi-Fi Rush is an excellent rhythm-based action platformer[/caption]

This month Humble Bundle is offering an incredible deal on an eight-game bundle that's redeemable via Steam and includes a 90-rated game.

The first highlight is Yakuza: Like A Dragon, which has a huge 89-rating on review aggregate site Metacritic.

The eighth game in the mainline Yakuza series, Like A Dragon is the start of the story of new protagonist Ichiban Kasuga.

Another amazing game in the bundle is Hi-Fi Rush, a 90-rated game that was one of the best releases of last year.

Xbox recently shut down developer Tango Gameworks, so who knows how long this incredible game will be available.

Mediterranea Inferno is a kooky pick, with an 87-rating it's a psychedelic narrative tale and three former friends attempt to reconnect.

All eight games together are worth over $200/£180 but you can pick them up as part of May's Humble Choice for just $11.99/£9.99.

This is Humble Bundle's monthly subscription, but it is possible to cancel your order after just one month.

Here is the full list of games that come with this month's bundle.

  • Yakuza: Like A Dragon
  • Hi-Fi Rush
  • Steelrising
  • Loddlenaut
  • King of the Castle
  • Bravery & Greed
  • Amanda the Adventurer
  • Mediterranea Inferno

If you want to read more about gaming deals, check out the games coming to Netflix in May.

Get the lowdown on more of the latest Xbox releases from our expert reviewers.

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A TOP Nintendo Switch console has had its price slashed in a tempting sale.

Normally the Nintendo Switch OLED retails for $349.99.

Top Nintendo Switch gets surprise $43 price cut at Walmart as fan urges PS5 and Xbox gamers to buy 'must-have' item
Top Nintendo Switch gets surprise $43 price cut at Walmart as fan urges PS5 and Xbox gamers to buy 'must-have' item
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The Nintendo Switch OLED is heavily discounted at Walmart[/caption]

But Walmart is selling it for just $306.78 – a saving of $43.21, or just over 12% off.

This is the advanced version of the Nintendo Switch with the more premium OLED display.

And it comes in the iconic Red & Neon Blue Joy-Con color option.

  • Nintendo Switch at Walmart for $306.88 – buy here

The console features a vivid and sharp 7-inch OLED display and boasts 64GB of internal storage.

It can be used as a portable handheld console, or connected to a TV for big-screen gaming.

You can insert game cartridges or download digital titles from Nintendo's online store.

And you can play local multiplayer by detaching the Joy-Cons from the side of the console so two people can game at once – perfect for Mario Kart.

BIG SWITCH?

Reviews for the item are unsurprisingly positive.

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The popular console holds a 4.2/5 rating based on more than 500 reviews.

And over 76% of those ratings gave five-star scores, with just over 4% handing out four stars.

It means that the overwhelming majority of shoppers who left reviews were very positive in their feedback.

One five-star reviewer with a Verified Purchase badge called it "a great Nintendo system".

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The console can be used as a portable handheld gaming machine or connected to a TV[/caption]

They went on: "For any Nintendo fan, young and old, the switch is a must have.

"This is the most versatile video game system ever. Great selection of games.

"Nintendo exclusives are always a blast and serve as the main reason to get one these, even if you have a PS5 or Xbox."

Another said: "Works great. So much fun to play with my daughter, and different games for me as an adult.

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"And very portable – people are gonna watch TV and I can play on the handhelds or I can when nobody's there. Why do it on the TV? It is amazing and so much fun."

And one wrote: "I absolutely love this device. I am a casual gamer, playing mostly mobile games, but I took the plunge.

"The switch OLED version has a beautiful screen and I go between using it with the dock, projected on my TV to play games with my partner, to using the handheld to play solo."

  • Nintendo Switch at Walmart for $306.88 – buy here

All prices in this article were correct at the time of writing, but may have since changed.

Always do your own research before making any purchase.

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XBOX and PlayStation seem to have been in a race to the bottom recently, with both companies making huge missteps that have angered fans.

First, PlayStation wanted Helldivers 2 players to create PSN accounts following its success despite the service not being available in around 120 countries.

Xbox fans are baffled as head requests 'prestige' games after shutting down some of its best studios
Xbox fans are baffled as head requests 'prestige' games after shutting down some of its best studios
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Hi-Fi Rush was one of the best Xbox exclusives from last year[/caption]

There was obvious backlash, and Steam developer Valve began refunding everyone who owned Helldivers 2 no matter how many hours they had played.

Fortunately, this caused PlayStation to backtrack on its consumer-unfriendly demand, even though the damage to its reputation had already been done.

PlayStation didn't need to worry about losing good will, as Xbox came back strong this week with an announcement that has devastated the industry.

Xbox shut down four studios, including Dishonored's Arkane Austin, and Hi-Fi Rush's Tango Gameworks, with the latter game being one of Xbox's most successful titles last year.

Hi-Fi Rush received a huge 90 rating on review aggregate site Metacritic, it also won five awards last year including Best Audio Design at The Game Awards, and Best Animation at the BAFTAs.

It was nominated for a further 19 awards, including Ultimate Game of the Year at the Golden Joystick Awards.

To say Hi-Fi Rush was a breakout hit is an understatement. Its hugely successful shadow launch has changed the way games have been marketed and released in the year since and possibly forever.

However, it seems that this success wasn't enough to save the developer, even as it was pitching a sequel according to a report by Bloomberg.

The same report suggests that Arkane Austin was pitching an immersive sim similar to its previous works like Dishonored, which is even more decorated than Hi-Fi Rush winning the BAFTA for Best Game.

Fans were baffled by the decision to shut down these two studios which have incredible games to offer, particularly when Xbox has been struggling with the quality of its first-party games.

However, new comments from head of Xbox Games Studios Matt Booty has left Xbox fans even more stunned.

According to a report by The Verge, in internal messages Booty said: "We need smaller games that give us prestige and awards."

It feels confusing to many that Booty would make remarks like this on the day after the company fired the developers who were making these games.

While PlayStation and Xbox are upsetting fans at least Nintendo has good news for the console community.


Among all of the turmoil, Nintendo announced the Switch 2, revealing that more details would come within the next nine months.

Get the lowdown on more of the latest Xbox releases from our expert reviewers.

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XBOX dominated the news last year when it made the biggest ever purchase in the gaming industry.

Purchasing Call of Duty publisher Activision Blizzard for almost $70billion, the company promised to bring more games to more people.

Xbox players can get their money back after company shuts down a number of incredible games
Xbox players can get their money back after company shuts down a number of incredible games
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Redfall was one of Xbox's biggest exclusives of last year[/caption]

However, almost immediately after the deal was finalised, Xbox laid off almost 2k developers, leaving many people with nowhere to turn.

Yesterday, May 7, Xbox announced that it would close a further four studios, including those who worked on some of Xbox's most popular exclusives.

Hi-Fi Rush was Xbox's breakout hit of last year, but developer Tango Gameworks was shut down yesterday despite excellent reviews and good sales.

Tango previously worked on other popular games such as Ghostwire: Tokyo and The Evil Within.

Alpha Dog Games, which released mobile game Mighty Doom last year, has also been shut down and the game will become defunct on August 7.

However, fans are particularly outraged by the closing down of Arkane Austin and Roundhouse Studios who both worked on the Xbox exclusive Redfall.

Arkane Austin was the main developer behind the title, and has created other excellent games like Prey.

Redfall was still receiving updates, and has a season pass which promised more content in the future.

However, as Arkane Austin has now shut down, all development of the game has ended.

The studio released a statement saying those who purchased the season pass will get a refund, though the exact amount is not clear yet.

Arkane's statement reads: "Redfall players who purchased the Hero Pass as part of the premium Bite Back Edition or the premium Bite Back upgrade will be eligible to receive the value of the upgrade.

"While there will be no further updates, Redfall's servers will remain online for players to enjoy."


If you want to read more about Xbox, check out the free update for Starfield.

Get the lowdown on more of the latest Xbox releases from our expert reviewers.

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Aston Martin wins the King's Award for its luxe and innovative leather
Aston Martin wins the King's Award for its luxe and innovative leather

The King's Awards for Enterprise, previously known as The Queen's Awards for Enterprise until it was renamed last year to reflect King Charles III, recognises excellence in UK innovation. First established in 1965, the awards allow outstanding businesses to use the esteemed King's Awards Emblem for the next five years. It's an honour Aston Martin, an iconic embodiment of British luxury based in Gaydon, England, has won three times since 1998. Renowned for its timeless designs and modern technology as seen in its signature Vantage, DB12, DBS, DBX, and the hypercar Aston Martin Valkyrie — Aston Martin has also gone green with plans to introduce electric sports cars and SUVs between 2025 and 2030.

"As a company with a commitment to innovation, we are incredibly proud to be honoured with this King's Award for Enterprise, which celebrates both the ingenuity of our craftspeople and the quality of Aston Martin's bespoke interiors," Lawrence Stroll, Executive Chairman of Aston Martin said.


Aston Martin wins the King's Award for its luxe and innovative leather
Aston Martin wins the King's Award for its luxe and innovative leather

"Recognising our combination of handcraft and cutting-edge manufacturing technology, this award highlights the unique composition of our ultra-luxury interiors and how our manufacturing team have gone to extra lengths to ensure the highest level of personalisation is offered to our customers, whilst not compromising on our seat technology's core functionality."

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Becky Cooper and Bridget Yorston on motherhood, friendship, and their 20th anniversary at Australian Fashion Week

The designer duo behind Bec + Bridge reflect on their friendship, their lives juggling business and motherhood, and the 20th anniversary of their first runway at Australian Fashion Week.
By Dani Maher

Speaking to Harper's BAZAAR Australia/New Zealand a week before they're set to unveil their latest runway for Australian Fashion Week, the duo say they feel lucky to have the partnership they do as both friends and designers. "It's something we don't take for granted," they say.

Their unique journey over the past two decades has seen them evolve as businesswomen and simply as people, and they've supported each other through it all — even as they entered new phases of their life as mothers. Cooper has two sons, nine-year-old Max, and seven-year-old Teddy; while Bridget has three children: 13-year-old Tommy, 11-year-old George, and eight-year-old Matilda. As Mother's Day looms — on the eve of Fashion Week, no less — they admit that "naturally, things change when becoming a mother," but it's a change they've embraced wholeheartedly.

"We've always prioritised balance and perspective in how we approach life and business, but that certainly plays out on a whole new level once becoming a mother," they say.

Embracing "flexibility and balance" has been key, they say, as has maintaining a sense of self beyond the part of their identity that is motherhood. In that regard, fashion has been a liberating tool. "Being able to express personal style, creativity and
individuality can be empowering for mothers in maintaining a sense of self," they advise.

Below, discover our full conversation with the fashionable pair — including what they say we can expect from the runway which will mark 20 years since their debut at Australian Fashion Week.


Harper's BAZAAR: What is your first memory of meeting each other at university? What were your first impressions of each other?

We met on our very first day of university. We were being taken on a tour of the textile print rooms and we ended up introducing ourselves. We had no idea what lay ahead for us…

Studying together at UTS was the catalyst for you two becoming friends, and ultimately creating Bec+Bridge after you graduated. What were those earliest discussions of starting your own label like? Did it seem like a dream or something you knew you were going to embark upon together?

We never set out to start a label. It all started with a friend coming to us with an old pair of jeans that he wanted us to revamp for his party that night. We screen printed our names all over them, stitched them, dyed them, embroidered them… they had a full makeover. It was 2001 and denim was having a big moment… that pair of jeans set the wheels in motion. Before we knew it, we were registering our business name.

Bec + Bridge's designer duo on AFW, motherhood and friendship
Bec + Bridge's designer duo on AFW, motherhood and friendship

Some say you shouldn't go into business with your friends. What advice do you have for friends wanting to team up professionally?

We've been incredibly fortunate with our partnership. It's hard to offer up advice in this area… it's something we don't take for granted. Always keeping things in perspective is a good start.

Did becoming mothers change the way you approached your business?

Naturally things change when becoming a mother. We've always prioritised balance and perspective in how we approach life and business but that certainly plays out on a whole new level once becoming a mother.

What do you see as the relationship between motherhood and fashion?

The relationship between motherhood and fashion is certainly a personal one. Apart from the practical aspect, being able to express personal style, creativity and individuality can be empowering for mothers in maintaining a sense of self.

Being able to EXPRESS personal style, CREATIVITY and individuality can be EMPOWERING for mothers in maintaining a SENSE of SELF.

The world of business is still evolving to accommodate women as they enter different stages of their lives, like motherhood. How have you noticed it change as you've become mothers, and how do you hope it can continue to evolve to support women and mothers?

As business owners we've been very fortunate that we're able navigate motherhood with the necessary flexibility and balance we need. We hope that at Bec + Bridge we've built a culture that makes mothers feel supported through encouraging work life balance as well as an environment that allows them to thrive in their careers.

Next week, at Australian Fashion Week, you'll be presenting your 20th anniversary runway. What can fans expect?

A fresh, elevated and edgy collection.

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Celebrity friends and fans flooded the comments section, offering their well-wishes for the happy couple. The Hadid sisters shared their support with Bella writing: "chillieee williessss I love you soooo much!!!!" and Gigi commenting: "Yayayayyaaaaaa." Chrissy Teigen wrote: "You are going to be an amazing amazing mommy oh boy get ready!!! So exciting so happy for you both!!" and Taylor Hill commented: "Omg

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Hailey and Justin Bieber are expecting a baby
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The couple first met back in 2009 when Hailey was just 12 years old, as she ran into her teen crush backstage at The Today Show. Three years later, she met him again at the premiere of his movie-documentary Never Say Never along with her dad Stephen Baldwin. It wasn't until 2014 that the pair were properly acquainted — and later began an on-again, off-again relationship.

They first got married at a New York City court house in 2018, just two months after getting engaged. A year later, they had a bigger celebration with family and friends in Bluffton, South Carolina — which saw Hailey don an intricately designed Off-White wedding dress by late designer Virgil Abloh. Her impressive, cathedral-length train was embroidered with: "Till death do us part."


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Hailey and Justin Bieber are expecting a baby
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Ever since getting married, Hailey has had to quash widespread pregnancy rumours and social media speculation. In a 2022 Grammys appearance, which saw her wear a flowing ivory gown by Saint Laurent, she clapped back at an Instagram post by a news outlet writing: "I'm not pregnant leave me alone."

While covering GQ Hype last October, she further opened up about the constant pregnancy gossip and whether it affected her. "Recently, everybody was like, 'Oh my God, she's pregnant,' and that's happened to me multiple times before," she began. "There is something that's disheartening about, damn, I can't be bloated one time and not be pregnant? It would be a lie if I was like, 'Oh yeah, I don't give a shit.'"

She concluded, frankly: "When there comes a day that that is true, you, you as in the internet, will be the last to know."

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HEARTBREAK HIGH FANS, we have good and bad news for you. The good news? Your favourite messy teens are coming back for a third season. The bad news? It'll be their last.

Netflix has confirmed that the beloved Australian teen dramedy — the second season of which debuted at #1 in Australia and stayed on the Global Top 10 English TV series list for three consecutive weeks — has been renewed for a third and final season.

Read on for what we know so far.


Will there be a season 3 of Heartbreak High?

Yes, Netflix have confirmed that there will be a season three of Heartbreak High, but it will also be the final instalment in the rebooted series.

There are no details yet on when it will commence filming or land on our screens, but we do know that the cast and crew will be reassembling in Sydney on Gadigal, Dharug, Dharawal and Ku-ring-gai country to bring the final year at Hartley High to life.

"She never got the letter — but now we get to see what happens next!" Netflix Director of Content ANZ Que Minh Luu said in a press release. "Renewing Heartbreak High for its final season is a major point of pride for us at Netflix. It has been a joy to work with the utterly cooked creative minds behind our favourite Aussie YA show and to bring our stories, our culture and our in-jokes to all the fans here at home and throughout the world. See you at muck up day."

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"We are beyond excited to all come together again as we love existing in the craziness of Hartley High," added Carly Heaton, Fremantle Head of Scripted. "We aimed to create a show where Aussie young people are seen and heard and we are completely overwhelmed by the worldwide reaction to the stories of these characters. All of us who work on the series are grateful to have the opportunity to see what kind of mess evolves in season three."

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Jaeger-LeCoultre stages a special global launch in Sydney
Jaeger-LeCoultre stages a special global launch in Sydney

Of course, the watchmaker could have chosen anywhere in the world to unveil these new expressions. Yet in a big coup for fans of the brand, Jaeger-LeCoultre has chosen Sydney as the destination for this highly anticipated global launch. 

"It was important to come to Australia because we've been there now with two stores, and [have] ambitions to go further in our expansion," Jaeger-LeCoultre chief executive Catherine Rénier told Harper's BAZAAR Australia/New Zealand recently. Of the timepiece's significance, she adds: "It is one of the oldest icons in watchmaking, dating back to 1931… has one identity but is very versatile in how it can express itself for men and women."

The three new additions to the Precious Flowers series pay homage to the 'Streamline Moderne' architecture movement, as well as the most iconic tropical flowers: the Bird of Paradise, the Hibiscus and, in the most sparkling rendition of the trio, a Diamond Hibiscus, which is set with a total of approximately 523 2.02 diamonds. 


To give you an idea of the craftsmanship that when into producing these pieces, setting those 523 diamonds in the Diamond Hibiscus took 120 hours of work, while 12 trials of colour research were undertaken to achieve the desired shades and subtle graduation on the watch's reverse. Meanwhile, to complete the delicate champlevé enamelling, which is one of the oldest decorative enamelling techniques, many years' experience and great technical skill are required, because the firing process needed to achieve such vibrant colours renders the outcome unpredictable. Once painted, each face is fired at up to 800 Celsius. The slightest mistake could destroy countless hours of work. 

Of course, the end result is worth it. When it comes to the intersection of watchmaking and high jewellery, the Precious Flowers range feels like the gold standard. It's worth noting that the composition of the iconic timepiece — the fact its case can be quite literally 'reversed' to reveal a second dial — makes for the ultimate canvas for which the artisans in Jaeger-LeCoultre's 'movement-decoration' workshop can push their skills to the limit. According to the maison, it takes several artisans to collaborate in a carefully orchestrated manner to produce the floral designs that wrap seamlessly from the back to the bezel of each Precious Flowers piece, with the curves and angles of the case adding a high degree of complexity to the work. 

As Catherine Rénier points out: "The play with colours really makes the piece more so jewellery than a watch, which is the beauty of the Reverso."

It's the type of craftsmanship that needs to be seen to be believed. Fortunately, Australian watch and jewellery lovers can do just that, as these three new additions to the Reverso One Precious Flowers range are being unveiled as part of Jaeger-LeCoultre's 'Reverso Stories' exhibition, which is touching down in Sydney's Martin Place from from May 10 to 19. Open to the public, it will be the first place in the world you can view these highly considered, hand-enamelled pieces, as well as the watchmaker's full collection of mesmerising Reverso models, ranging from archival treasures to modern-day marvels. 

Jaeger-LeCoultre stages a special global launch in Sydney
Jaeger-LeCoultre stages a special global launch in Sydney

Should you wish to secure one of the three new Precious Flowers, orders for the pieces will be open from today. Keeping in mind, of course, these pieces take after the rarity of their name — only 10 pieces of each design will be made. 

In other words, it's well worth attending the Reverso Stories experience, to get a glimpse of these pieces, which truly are one-of-a-kind. 

Reverso Stories will run from May 10 to 19 in Martin Place, Sydney. Opening daily from 9am to 7pm (5pm on Sundays), access to the exhibition is free to the public. Guided 20-minute tours, are available. Visitors can book online here or register upon arrival.

Related: Take a seat at the artists table, with Jaeger-LeCoultre

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