Switch 2 GameChat requires a phone number to work

Some very focused Nintendo fans have been combing through a lot of details about Switch 2 ahead of its release on June 5, with a few of them noticing an interesting nugget of information regarding the built-in GameChat feature that allows you to talk with friends on the system using the Switch 2 camera. In the terms and conditions, Nintendo fans found that, in addition to needing an internet connection and a paid Nintendo Switch online membership to use GameChat, you’ll also need to use your mobile phone number to register on GameChat to access the service....

August 5, 2025 · 2 min · 322 words · Rebecca Tran

The Last Hours Of Mario Biondo True Story Explained: What The Netflix Doc Reveals & Where Raquel Sánchez-Silva Is Now

The following article contains descriptions of a person’s death that some may find disturbing, along with discussions of suicide. True crime buffs like me can always rely on Netflix for their latest fix, andThe Last Hours of Mario Biondohas quickly become my latest obsession. While the streamer has plenty ofamazing feature-length true crime documentaries, being able to watch a mystery unfold over a series of episodes can be much more gratifying....

August 5, 2025 · 9 min · 1768 words · Amanda Martinez

The Shocking Truth About Next Gen NYC's Ariana & Kroy Berman's Financial Revelations Explained

Ariana Biermann grew up on TV as Kim Zolciak’s young daughter on early seasons ofThe Real Housewives of Atlanta, and her turn onNext Gen NYCoffersa glimpse of Ariana’s adult lifenow that she’s moved to New York City.Next Gen NYCis Bravo’s foray into the nepo baby world, featuring the offspring of various Bravolebrities as they live and work in NYC.Cast members include Ariana, Gia Giudice fromThe Real Housewives of New Jersey, Riley Burruss fromThe Real Housewives of Atlanta, and Brooks Marks fromThe Real Housewives of Salt Lake City....

August 5, 2025 · 6 min · 1234 words · Brandon Martin

The Walking Dead Just Had Its Most Brutal "Nope" Moment In Years

Warning: This article contains SPOILERS for The Walking Dead: Dead City season 2, episode 7, “Novi Dan, Novi Početak”.AlthoughThe Walking Deadhas become known for its action and drama, the franchise has still been filled with plenty of uncomfortable scenes over the years andDead Cityjust provided one of its biggest “nope” moments in recent memory. Given how character-driven the zombie universe has become, it’s easy to forget how important horror is to making the franchise so successful....

August 5, 2025 · 4 min · 669 words · Shannon Montgomery

This All Of Us Are Dead Character Deserves More Love In Season 2 After Stealing The Show

All of Us Are Deadhas four protagonists, but one of them stole the show in the first season and deserves an even bigger role in season 2. Given how there are more than enough zombie movies and TV shows, aK-drama likeAll of Us Are Deadwould have to have something unique that would set it apart from all the other entries in the genre. Fortunately, in addition to fun new concepts likeAll of Us Are Dead’s hambies, the show also had some amazing characters we could not help but root for....

August 5, 2025 · 4 min · 772 words · Michelle Mcintosh

Watch Ubisoft's E3 2018 Press Conference Live

Ubisofthad a strong E3 showing last year, and the publisher is looking to keep the momentum going in 2018.Ubisoftwill kick off its E3 2018 press conference at 1:00pm PDT, and fans of the publisher’s games should have plenty of exciting announcements to look forward to at the event. Compared to some of the other E3 presenters, Ubisoft has been fairly open about the games it’s bringing to E3 2018. For example, we’ve already seenThe Division 2at Microsoft’s press conference, and the game is also expected to have a significant presence at Ubisoft’s show....

August 5, 2025 · 2 min · 315 words · Evan Carpenter

When Does Halo Infinite Season 2 Start?

Almost six months afterHalo Infinite’s launch, the developers at 343 are ready to release season 2 of the shooter’s free-to-play multiplayer mode. Titled “Lone Wolves,” the new season will kick off on July 24, 2025, across Xbox and PC. Throughout the season, players will get two new maps, new modes, narrative events, new cosmetics, and, eventually, the long-awaitedonline co-op update forHalo Infinite’s campaign. MostHalo Infiniteplayers keeping up with the game’s roadmap probably know that the season is starting tomorrow, May 3, but what time does it start?...

August 5, 2025 · 2 min · 265 words · Brandy Griffith DDS

"Does It Become International?": MobLand Season 2 Plans Gets Intriguing Response From Tom Hardy

Tom Hardy provides an interesting response to the prospect ofMobLandseason 2. The star-studded Paramount+ series tells the story of two powerful crime families who both vie for control in a dispute that has the potential to take down either or both of their empires. Hardy’s Harry Da Souza is in the crossfire, acting as a fixer for the Harrigan family. In addition to Hardy,MobLandfeatures a leading castincluding Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Joanne Froggatt, Lara Pulver, Anson Boon, and Mandeep Dhillon....

August 4, 2025 · 3 min · 593 words · Walter Fisher

10 Best Shows & Movies Based On Banned Books To Watch After The Handmaid's Tale's Finale

Many great TV shows and movie adaptations of banned books exist that can fill in the gaps now thatThe Handmaid’s Talehas come to an end. Since 2017, Hulu has authentically adapted the titular book while alsochanging aspects of The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwoodto explore the characters and dystopian world in more depth. Ultimately, the onscreen adaptation has allowed audiences all around the world to engage with a far-too-often banned book with powerful messages about bodily autonomy and the patriarchy....

August 4, 2025 · 8 min · 1507 words · Ryan Werner

7 Reasons The Masked Singer Is Better Than American Idol (I’ve Watched Both Shows Since Season 1)

I’ve been watching bothThe Masked SingerandAmerican Idolsince season 1, and I think thatThe Masked Singeris the better of the two reality singing competition series.The Masked Singerpremiered in January 2019, and has aired for 13 seasons so far, whileAmerican Idoldebuted in June 2002 and is now in season 23. Over the years, I’ve become obsessed with both shows because of their phenomenal performances and high entertainment values, butI’ve come to enjoyThe Masked Singerbetter thanAmerican Idolin recent seasons....

August 4, 2025 · 9 min · 1837 words · Ronald Jones

7/11 Canada is hosting a Switch giveaway with Link’s Awakening Slurpee cups

I MUST HAVE THEM File this under the “I’m jealous as hell” category. 7/11 Canada has teamed up with Nintendo to host a Switch Lite console giveaway that includesLink’s Awakeningthemed Slurpee cups. Goddammit, why don’t I live in Canada? You’ll need to be a member of the “7Rewards” loyalty program and scan barcodes on the cups to earn entries for the contest. If you don’t care about winning the console, you can actually purchase one from EB Games and get 10 medium Slurpees for free....

August 4, 2025 · 1 min · 142 words · Valerie Page

A WiiWare trailer for La-Mulana surfaces

Indie platformer soon to make long-awaited arrival on service As you may have heard me mention recently on Podtoid, I’ve become quite absorbed byLa-Mulanaof late, playing the enhanced PC version, making maps and taking notes. It’s an incredibly refreshing experience, one which doesn’t compromise in its puzzles and really forces you to take your time and check every nook and cranny in a huge maze of ruins. I have thus far resisted the urge to seek out a guide for reference, in part for the satisfaction but also out of a bit of reverence at the same time....

August 4, 2025 · 1 min · 161 words · Susan Lopez

Alan Tudyk's 98% RT Sci-Fi Show Can Finally Be Binged In Full On Streaming

Alan Tudykhas appeared in countless greatsci-fiprojects over the years, and one of his best shows in the genre has just concluded and is now available to watch in full for the first time ever. It’s easily one ofTudyk’s best TV shows, and more than a worthwhile watch for fans of theFireflystar. The show in question has just finished airing its fourth and final season, and allowed Tudyk to play one of thebest sci-fi TV characters of all time....

August 4, 2025 · 3 min · 568 words · Crystal Reyes