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Recently, GamingTrend reviewed the Velvet Inks set and awarded Kimera Paints with a 2026 Editor’s Choice Award. With so many paint lines out there to choose from, it can be overwhelming for a new, or even veteran, painter to find a paint line that they like and that also remains consistent for them on their painting journey.So what does that mean for someone wanting to level up their painting game, or even return to a higher level of painting execution? Does Kimera fill that need in such

Autumn is a time for new beginnings, and this writer has certainly found plenty of meaning as to why September feels fresh and new. For one thing, September begins one day after my birthday, and I live in the UK, where school begins again-but I’ll save you the personal journey through my tumultuous and evolving journey through the education system. September in the realm of videogames is very exciting, and here I want to share my favourite games that came out in September and explain why

Amazon Game Studios and Crystal Dynamics, the studios behind the upcoming Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis (a reimagining of the original Tomb Raider adventure) have released the newest entry of their mini-docuseries. In it, they focus on Jacqueline Natla, Lara's nemesis and former ruler of Atlantis.Adriene Wilkinson, who will play role of Lara's foe, had this to say about the character she's portraying:“She might be a little terrifying - but oh will you love every second ar

Bandai Namco released a new trailer for their upcoming fighter pilot sim, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. It showcases lobbies of up to 100 players, new modes, progression, and rewards. You can check out the new trailer, titled Online 101, below, and read the full press release below that.ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE MULTIPLAYER REVEAL SHOWCASES SERIES’ BIGGEST EVER ONLINE MODESGet a Glimpse at How Aerial Combat with Pilots from Around the World Evolves and Expands, with New Modes, Deep Pro

Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is now just over a month out from launch, and to mark the moment, the team is offering Collector's Edition backers first crack at a rare piece of Hellraiser memorabilia. Legendary horror magazine FANGORIA is putting the game on the cover of a special commemorative issue, and a run of just 400 copies is being made available exclusively to collectors.Each of the 400 copies will be personally signed by both Clive Barker, the creator of the Hellraiser fra

Remember that special edition of MOUSE: P.I. For Hire? It had a vinyl, and now that vinyl is coming back in a bigger way. iam8bit is opening pre-orders now for it, and you can grab your own via this link. Take a look at the details below!MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Original Game Soundtrack Vinyl Reissue (180 Gram Edition)MOUSE: P.I. For Hire 1xLP Original Game Soundtrack Vinyl Reissue (180 Gram Edition). Music by Patryk Scelina from FUMI GAMES’ release, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire. Album art by Fumi Ga

Double Fine is now independent, and they're going back to their roots. Amnesia Fortnight is their way of presenting new games to their community, a special gamejam idea they've crafted. It also involves a Kickstarter, which features some, unique stretch goals, including a fake one you've heard in the form of Brutal Legend 2. Check out the announcement below!Welcome everyone to the first day of the Amnesia Fortnight 2026, Indie Reboot: A Double Fine Productions Game Jam, Docum

Indie devs and publishers can now enter their submissions for participation in the INDIE Live Expo. Submissions are open until September 28 at 7:59 PM PDT. For full details, read the information below: TOKYO — Sept. 1, 2026 — INDIE Live Expo 2026.12.1, the biannual live digital event connecting worldwide indie game fans that has amassed more than 100 million views since debuting in 2020, today opens submissions for developers and publishers to showcase their newest titles duri

Here comes Hot Wheels! The popular and collectible toys have been in video games for a while, and the latest release in Infinite Rush look amazing. You'll have plenty of reasons to stick with it after the early access September 7th launch as well, with a roadmap being unveiled today. Check out the details below, and our preview from SGF to learn more!Move over Forza Horizon, Hot Wheels Infinite Rush is hereMilestone is going the extra mile in this new Hot Wheels adventureMilestone and Matte

Delta Force players will be happy to hear that Season Orientation is bringing a new Warfare map, an updated Layali Grove, and a new Operator (with a dog). The Warfare map is called The Mog, and it looks like it holds close-quarters urban combat. Layali Grove gets new zones, waterways, and watercraft. Finally, the new Operator is named Rover, and his dog is named Clover. They fulfil the support role and specialize in cleansing enemy debuffs, debuffing enemies, obscuring sightlines, and creating o

Ready to enjoy that autumn weather? Me too, but the heat isn't slowing down just yet. Something else that's heating up? SteelSeries and KontrolFreek, who have kicked off the fall with a new colorway collection. Check out this amazing cozy drop below!Arctis GameBuds™ for PlayStation Yuzu - USLimited Edition Cozy Collection in Matcha or YuzuWHO: SteelSeries, the original esports brand that fuses gaming & culture, is leading the way in defining a “gaming lifestyle.&

Today, Ubisoft released update 1.0.7 for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. The update includes new customization options, like the ability to hide Edward's pistols and perk visual effects, major bug and stability fixes, and a new critter to recruit for the Jackdaw.The patch sizes per-platform are as follows:Xbox Series X|S: 15.26 GB PlayStation®5: 1.53 GB PC (UbiConnect): 3.86 GB PC (Steam): 2 GB Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resy

Today, ATLUS opened pre-orders for Metaphor: ReFantazio on Switch 2, which launches on November 12th, 2026. As a countdown to launch, ATLUS has begun a series of trailers showcasing some of the major characters, starting with the protagonist. Metaphor: ReFantazio review — Living the dreamDo you believe in the power of fiction? That stories can change not just hearts and minds, but the world itself? Everyone has dreams, but are these, too, destined to be mere fantasy? These are the questio

Moon Studios has pushed back the 1.0 release of No Rest for the Wicked to March 2027 on PC and PlayStation 5, missing the previously planned October 2026 window. Release dates for Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 are still up in the air. The game remains playable right now on Steam Early Access.No Rest for the Wicked preview — Too wicked right nowNo Rest for the Wicked is the newest title from the developers of the Ori series, and sets out to reinvent the genre of punishing isometric

We're back to recap a great couple weeks of Comics & Manga we read here at GamingTrend.com!We have a fun selection to showcase this week: featuring one from Dark Horse Comics, one from Marvel Comics, and one Titan Manga! We also have comics reviewed on the site by Tim Jenkins for this week!Keep an eye out for a preview of the comics we're covering this week!Cover and first five pages of Kingdom of Earth - Issue #2!Kingdom of Earth - Issu

Have you ever run into a situation where you just really need a laptop within less than 24 hours but don’t want to break the bank? Well in the year of our lord 2026 you’re breaking the bank no matter what you do with even garbage laptops costing you upwards of $500, but I recently ran into that exact situation. I was going on a trip, and I needed something I could record video with, and preferably something I could write on. My mom’s a big fan of Dell and I didn’t rea

I apologize to any apologists in the audience, but there's no room for nuance; AI just doesn't belong in the tabletop space. Our hobby is centered around interactive media that requires comprehension to use, so any hurdle that isn't an intentional part of the experience just detracts from it. We've all played games where the iconography is so poor you spend half the game thumbing through the glossary or checking icon references, or just ignore a chunk of the game because you

Magic: The Gathering's Secret Lair is always dropping interesting crossovers and special reprints. A Perfectly Normal Superdrop comes out on August 31st with a variety of new card printings: Secret Lair: A Perfectly Normal Superdrop, a new collection of eight limited Magic: The Gathering drops announced by Wizards of the Coast at MagicCon Amsterdam, goes on sale August 31. Despite the name, this Superdrop covers a lot of ground: Marvel pets, Hulk

Asmodee and Zygomatic are celebrating the 25th anniversary of The Werewolves of Miller's Hollow with a new edition:This year, the village of Miller’s Hollow celebrates a milestone: 25 years of Werewolves of Miller’s Hollow, the iconic social deduction game where friendship, suspicion and deception collide. To mark the occasion, Zygomatic, an asmodee studio, is releasing The Werewolves of Miller’s Hollow – 25th Anniversary Edition, bringing together beloved charac

Flamecraft is the latest board game to get a digital conversion. Monster Couch brings the hit board game to the digital world:From the creators of digital adaptations of Wingspan and Calico.Flamecraft is a cozy, turn-based strategy board game for 1 to 5 players. Become a Flamekeeper and help artisan dragons and shopkeepers delight the townspeople with their craft. Gather and manage resources, enhance the shops by casting enchantments, and magic your way to becoming the best Flamekeeper.Your main