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Geek Holiday Gift Guide 2018

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Can’t afford to gift your favorite gamer a brand new system, but still want to find the perfect gift without having to send a gift card? Here is a list of great gift options at reasonable prices for the nerd or geek in your life (even if it’s yourself).

12. “Its Dangerous to go Alone” Tee

Despite the item description, this tee would make any Zelda fan happy regardless of gender. The phrase stems from the first Zelda game, but is still well known today.

Price: $9.99 – $20.99

Available: Amazon

 

11. Solar Orbit Necklace

This beautiful necklace displays the sun, our moon, the nine planets of our universe (yes, even Pluto), and the asteroids between Mars and Jupiter. They are displayed on 3 strands. The 3″ extender has a star on the end to represent a comet. Most importantly, each planet is made from semi-precious stones.

Price: $17.99 (Original) or $59.99 (Sterling Silver)

Available: ThinkGeek

 

10. Dr. Who Tardis Scarf

Dr. Who is still “in” this year, and so is this infinity scarf. The Dr. Who fan in your life will adore how easy it is to match this with their outfits. It can be wrapped once or twice depending on the desired length. Most importantly the double layering results in no seams being shown. In short, you can’t go wrong!

Price: $18.61

Available: Etsy

 

9. Game Boy Heat Changing Mug

Genuinely made by the geniuses at Nintendo, this mug is designed to look like an original Game Boy. When the mug is cold the Game Boy appears “off”, but after that fill it with your hot drink and watch the Game Boy turn on and be ready to play Super Mario!

Price: $17.99

Available:

https://www.merchoid.com/product/nintendo-game-boy-heat-changing-mug/

8. Feisty Pets: Dragon

Everyone loves dragons. These creatures are loved by more than just the nerd and geek communities, especially when they’re this cute. That is until you squeeze its head, which turns the dragon into a ferocious beast.

Price: $19.99

Available: GameStop

 

7. Harry Potter Cauldron Mug & Spoon

Young Harry Potter has been enchanting the world for years now, with no end in sight. No matter which house you were sorted into, this mug is perfect for making all of your potions in. Just make sure they’re less than 16 oz.

Price: $21.99

Available: Amazon

 

6. 8Bit Retro Cube Speaker

This NES inspired speaker features a giant DPAD on the top. Despite its old-school inspiration, the speaker is Bluetooth compatible and has an 8-hour battery life.

Price: $29.99

Available: Amazon

 

5. Monopoly Game: Marvel Deadpool Edition

With all the new versions of Monopoly coming out, it’s no surprise there is now one for Deadpool fans. Prepare for the usual game play with some twists. Buy properties with Deadpool’s allies, some are Deadpools from alternate universes, and one is just Deadpool in a maid outfit.

Price: $22.99

Available: GameStop

 

4. Steampunk Little Lazies

These little monsters are looking for a new home. You never know which little monster you will get, as each one is custom made. Every little monster that is adopted comes with “adoption papers” including the individual likes and dislikes of your new monster.

Price: $25.00 (Random) or $29.00 (Choose your Color)

Available: Etsy

 

3. Funko Pop! Holiday Groot

Part of the Marvel Holiday Pop set, this Groot bobble is decorated with lights and bobbles for the holiday season. He is ready to party and dance from his flower pot.

Price: 18.99

Available: Walmart

 

2. Sally’s Potions Mini Fragrance Set

I’m sure you remember which three potions Sally added to the professor’s soup to slip out of the house. Now you can have your own bottles of Worm’s Wort, Frog’s Breath, and Deadly Night Shade. Despite also being functional perfume, they will look like a great movie prop next to your other Nightmare Before Christmas items.

Price: $16.90

Available: BoxLunch

 

1. Pikachu Animated Plush

I choose you, Pikachu! Another pet looking to be adopted this season is your own Pikachu. This officially-licensed Pokémon merchandise features three different modes: “demo” (Pikachu will only say phrases when you press his belly), “on” (Pikachu will occasionally say phrases on his own), and “off.” In addition to its ten phrases, Pikachu’s cheeks also light up and his ears move.

Price: $39.99

Available: ThinkGeek

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Helldivers 2 has quickly become one of Sony’s top-selling games in the US

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Helldivers 2 proved to be a surprising success, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the gaming industry. As per Circana analyst Mat Piscatella, it currently ranks as Sony’s seventh highest grossing game in the United States to date, trailing behind a trio of Spider-Man titles, a couple of God of War games, and Ghost of Tsushima. It’s only been on the market for less than three months and is not even being sold at full price.

According to Piscatella, a significant factor contributing to the game’s success is its release on PC. He mentioned that, based on Circana’s Player Engagement Tracker, the game has consistently ranked first in terms of active users on Steam in the US since its launch, including April. The release of Helldivers 2 on both PlayStation and PC has been an extraordinary triumph.

He stated that Helldivers 2 has already become the seventh highest-grossing Sony-published game in history. Without a PC, it would not currently be considered one of the top 20 games. While I’m emphasizing the success of the PC SKU, it’s important to note that I’m not disregarding the success of the PlayStation SKU. I just wanted to clarify that. This launch has proven to be incredibly successful.

Prior to the release of Helldivers 2, Sony made it clear that they would be launching their live service-style titles simultaneously on both the PS5 and PC. The success of this approach will undoubtedly strengthen their strategic vision. It will be intriguing to witness if the company reveals official sales figures in the near future, as the title appears to be one of the platform holder’s most successful sellers to date.

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The developer of Stellar Blade for the PS5 Expressing gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support amidst a recent controversy surrounding censorship

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Shift Up, the Korean developer, seems to be reconsidering its contentious alterations to the Stellar Blade outfit. In a message to fans, they have urged everyone to stay tuned for updates and expressed gratitude for the passionate feedback from players. For those who may not be aware, a petition gained significant attention over the weekend when gamers discovered changes made to a few of the game’s costumes through a day-one patch.

The launch day update includes a fantastic New Game + mode, but some players were disappointed by the changes made to protagonist Eve’s outfit. These alterations sparked debates about censorship. Director Hyung-Tae Kim later clarified that this was the studio’s original vision, but he acknowledged that it may require further persuasion to win over users. Internal discussions were also underway to address any concerns.

There is no definitive confirmation regarding the reversal of the outfits, but considering the language used in the statement and the widespread controversy surrounding the alterations, it is highly likely that a future patch will restore the original costumes. If you want to get a sneak peek at all of Eve’s different outfits and learn how to unlock them, be sure to take a look at our comprehensive guide, All Outfits and How to Get Them.

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Will Stellar Blade be available for PC?

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It’s quite possible. Fans all over the world are interested in Shift Up’s highly anticipated action-adventure game, Stellar Blade. With its captivating post-apocalyptic setting reminiscent of Nier and a compelling protagonist named Eve, it’s no wonder the game has generated such widespread attention.

The game consistently impresses with its stunning visuals and high-octane action, leaving players in awe with each new trailer.

Yet, just like other noteworthy second-party and third-party game releases, fans are pondering: Will Stellar Blade be available on PC?

In this article, we delve into the details to determine the platform availability of the highly anticipated title.

Will Stellar Blade be available on PC? Allow me to provide you with the answer.

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Unfortunately, Stellar Blade will not be available on PC, at least not initially. Currently, the game is only available on PlayStation 5 starting on April 26, 2024.

Regrettably, it appears that there is no indication of a potential PC release for Stellar Blade in the future. In most cases, trailers for PlayStation timed-exclusive titles conclude with a disclaimer that specifies the duration of their exclusivity.

In the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth launch trailer, it is explicitly stated that the game will only be accessible on other platforms starting on May 29, 2024.

Regrettably, when it comes to the stellar blade, there is no indication of such.

It’s important to note that Sony Entertainment Interactive published Stellar Blade, unlike Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This means that the chances of it being released on PC or other platforms in the near future are even slimmer.

However, it is worth noting that there is a chance the game might be released on PC in the future, given PlayStation’s track record of bringing their exclusive titles to the platform. However, it could be a while before this comes to fruition.

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