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China has moved to block exports from Nexperia facilities within its borders, escalating the fallout from the Dutch government's decision to seize control of the semiconductor maker. The ruling in the Netherlands, based on a Cold War-era law, transferred authority from Nexperia's ******** parent company, Wingtech Technology, to Dutch administrators... Read Entire Article View the full article

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Using the many Colorful Screws you get in Pokémon Legends ZA is a challenge in itself. Not only does the game not give you any hint of where to take these items to, but the place where you can trade them is easy to miss. Trading these items is worth the hassle, though. You can use the Colorful Screws to buy Canari Plush, which give you extra catch rate, experience, and other bonuses depending on the color you pick. Once you buy a Canary Plush, its bonus is automatically active. Here's where to trade your Colorful Screws for Canari Plush in ZA. Colorful ****** Exchange location in Pokémon Legends ZA Colorful Screws exchange in Lumiose City. Screenshot by Destructoid You can trade Colorful Screws in front of Racine Construction, southeast of Lumiose City and east of Wild Zone 17, by talking to the construction worker with a yellow scarf in front of a large closed gate. When you approach him, you'll see him saying, "Trade your Colorful Screws for Canari Plush here." There are five types of Canari Plush in ZA that you can buy with screws. You can upgrade each of them up to level three, and the higher the level, the more screws you need to spend. You have to hand over 16 Colorful Screws to buy and upgrade a single Canari Plush to level 3 and a total of 80 screws to max out every plush. Speak with this worker to trade your Colorful Screws. Screenshot by Destructoid. Every Canari Plush you can buy with Colorful Screws Here's the table with all Canari Plush, their effects, and the Colorful Screws cost of each of their levels. Canari PlushEffectCostRed Canari PlushBoost to EXP gained by your PokémonLv. 1: 3 Colorful Screws Lv. 2: 5 Colorful Screws Lv. 3: 8 Colorful ScrewsGold Canari PlushEarn more money after trainer battlesLv. 1: 3 Colorful Screws Lv. 2: 5 Colorful Screws Lv. 3: 8 Colorful ScrewsPink Canari PlushGet more Mega Shards from Mega CrystalsLv. 1: 3 Colorful Screws Lv. 2: 5 Colorful Screws Lv. 3: 8 Colorful ScrewsGreen Canari PlushGain resistance to blacking out when taking damageLv. 1: 3 Colorful Screws Lv. 2: 5 Colorful Screws Lv. 3: 8 Colorful ScrewsBlue Canari PlushIncrease wild Pokémon catch chancesLv. 1: 3 Colorful Screws Lv. 2: 5 Colorful Screws Lv. 3: 8 Colorful Screws The post How to use Colorful Screws in Pokémon Legends Z-A appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

There are already over 50 characters who call the valley home in Disney Dreamlight Valley, with more arriving consistently every month or so. The village is already quite vast, but DDV sees new updates fairly frequently, with plenty more planned to arrive in 2026. Knowing who is on their way can be helpful if you're looking to set up a spot for them to live ahead of time. It's also nice to know what there is to look forward to, so you can see whether your favorite characters are arriving in the village anytime soon. If you're eager to learn about what's coming next, here's the roadmap for all planned Disney Dreamlight Valley updates in 2026 so far. Table of contentsAll planned Disney Dreamlight Valley updates for 2026Early 2026 Lady and the Tramp update in Disney Dreamlight ValleySpring 2026 Pocahontas update in Disney Dreamlight ValleySummer 2026 Hercules update in Disney Dreamlight ValleyAll upcoming characters in Disney Dreamlight ValleyAll planned Disney Dreamlight Valley updates for 2026 Screenshot by Destructoid There are three confirmed DDV updates for the first half of 2026 so far. We'll get more details about them as they draw closer to release, and a fresh roadmap will be launched once we're mostly through everything this one entails. Here's a full breakdown of everything we know about the updates arriving in 2026. Early 2026 Lady and the Tramp update in Disney Dreamlight Valley The first big DDV update of 2026 is themed around Lady and the Tramp. The teaser for it says, "Bond over spaghetti and meatballs" alongside a picture of the Lady and the Tramp table we currently have in the valley. In the 2025 showcase stream, the devs said we'll get to meet a "lovable canine couple with a craving for spaghetti and meatballs" in this update, so it sounds like we're getting both Lady and the Tramp in this one. This update is arriving early on in the year, likely in January or February. Spring 2026 Pocahontas update in Disney Dreamlight Valley The second planned update for 2026 is Pocahontas themed. The teaser for this one says, "Discover the beauty of nature alongside a free-spirited adventurer." Pocahontas's signature necklace is sitting on the ground next to a raccoon and some swirling leaves, highlighting that she's the star of this update. She's the only confirmed character, and there aren't many others from her film who feel like a good fit for the valley, so it's likely we'll only see her in this update. We might also see a new Realm in this update. With Pocahontas's arrival in 2026, we'll officially have all the Disney princesses except for Raya. This update is debuting sometime in Spring 2026, likely March or April, depending on when the first update arrives. Summer 2026 Hercules update in Disney Dreamlight Valley Screenshot by Destructoid We've already got Hades in the valley with The Storybook Vale DLC, but the world of Hercules is expanding with the Summer 2026 update. This update is certain to include the titular protagonist himself and likely at least one other character. The teaser for this one says we'll "embark on a mythological adventure," which likely means that it comes with a new Realm to explore. The image featured here is a statue of Phil the satyr next to Hercules' signature sandals. In the 2025 showcase stream, the devs also mentioned stepping "into a world of myths" to "discover real courage, strength, and perseverance." We usually get a maximum of two new characters in updates, so it's likely we'll see either Megara or Phil join the valley as the second update character. Meg is a bit more of a main character, so I suspect she'll be the one to arrive with Hercules, but it's not confirmed yet. All upcoming characters in Disney Dreamlight Valley As of the time of writing, there are at least nine confirmed characters arriving in the valley throughout the end of 2025 and into 2026. None of the villagers for 2026 has been officially confirmed, but the clues we've gotten can only point to a few individuals, so we do at least have a general idea of what to expect. As any further details emerge teasing who is arriving next, we'll add them here. Screenshot by Destructoid November 2025 – Tigger, Snow White, Tinker Bell, and Cruella (Wishblossom Ranch DLC) December 2025 – CinderellaEarly 2026 – Lady and the TrampSpring 2026 – PocahontasSummer 2026 – Likely Hercules and Meg, but possibly Phil too or instead of Meg Before we get to the 2026 updates, there's still lots of content to look forward to for the rest of 2025. First up, there's the release of Wishblossom Ranch in November, a DLC packed with new characters to meet, horses to befriend, areas to explore, and much more. Then, in December, Cinderella arrives with the free The Winter Ball update. Like our content? Set Destructoid as a Preferred Source on Google in just one step to ensure you see us more frequently in your Google searches! The post Disney Dreamlight Valley 2026 roadmap: All upcoming updates appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

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Disney Dreamlight Valley's next DLC, Wishblossom Ranch, is scheduled to release on November 19 and a new trailer shown during the 2025 Showcase stream has given us a more in-depth look at some of the features and characters coming. Although its brief reveal trailer welcomed us to the new setting, there's now more than enough information for us to sink our teeth into ahead of its release... Read more.View the full article

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There are few games as revered as the original Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. This prequel entry in the stealth-action series transported players back to the height of Cold War espionage to prevent nuclear armageddon, and the PS2 game still holds up today through its themes and memorable boss fights. But, thankfully, there’s an easier way to play this adventure nowadays, too, since Konami released Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater back in August - a fun remake that brings everything up to an incredible new visual standard. And, just a couple of months on, the game’s Collector’s Edition has gotten a surprising discount at Amazon, with the stacked box coming in at $168.85 - down from the original $199.99 list price. Snake Eater’s Collector’s Edition Discounted, But Is It Worth It? The controversy behind this collector's edition takes a little explaining, so let's dig into what's included and we'll get there. This set come with the game itself (which isn’t a given with some collectors' editions these days), but you get a bunch of tidy memorabilia, too. That's a good start. There’s the fake ID badge Snake uses to break into a restricted area, and a stitched patch for the Fox Unit insignia. There’s also a rubber patch for the opening Halo jump, too, but the biggest draw is supposedly the terrarium diorama. Well, only if you don't look too closely, as the model featured has received some fair criticism for looking a lil' cheap considering the cost. Dubbed "John Metal Gear" by fans, the Snake model does leave you a little wanting in the quality department. Still, if you don't mind that, there's still plenty here for fans to get their hands on while it's a little less expensive - just don't say that I didn't warn you! Extra digital goodies are also packed in, including bonus outfits for Snake, including a gold version, Snake in glasses, and even a frog mask. This includes Snake skulking in the long grass while his equipment bag hangs from the tree above, taken from the opening of Virtuous Mission. Add to that the steelbook case, which includes art from the original PS2 release and you’ve got plenty for collectors to get excited about. Though, the deal only applies to the PS5 version - the Xbox version is still over $200. So, there's not any specific reason why the PS5 version is discounted, there could just still be an overabundance of stock that Amazon is looking to shift. But for now, anyone who wants to pick up the packed collector's edition for PS5 can do so, and with a tidy 16% discount to boot. What a thrill! Our reviewer Michael Higham gave the remake 8 out of 10 in his review, saying “Between its old-school stealth-action gameplay and engaging spy-thriller story, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater largely succeeds as a faithful, visually impressive remake of the 2004 classic.” How to Follow IGN Deals Recommendations The IGN Deals team has over 30 years of combined experience finding the best discounts and preorders available online. If you want the latest updates from our trusted team, here’s how to follow our coverage: Sign up for our IGN Deals NewsletterSet IGN as a preferred source in GoogleFollow us on social mediaIGN Deals on XIGN Deals on InstagramIGN Deals on FacebookIGN Deals on TikTok[/url] Lloyd Coombes is an experienced freelancer in tech, gaming and fitness seen at Polygon, Eurogamer, Macworld, TechRadar and many more. He's a big fan of Magic: The Gathering and other collectible card games, much to his wife's dismay. This article contains contributions from Robert Anderson. View the full article

Capturing Hawlucha in Pokémon Legends ZA is complicated. The Pokémon is a rare spawn that will force you to go to a specific area south of Lumiose and look for it over and over, until it pops up. Its Pokédex entry says it lives in high places, so it's a hint that you have to look for it on rooftops. Here's where you can find Hawlucha in ZA, if you're lucky. Hawlucha location in Pokémon Legends ZA The best rooftop to find Hawlucha. Screenshot by Destructoid. You can look for Hawlucha and find it on top of Lumiose's buildings. You can climb the one south of the map, where we spotted one, by taking a Hololift you unlock in Side Quest 23. Even though we found Hawlucha at night, its Pokédex entry doesn't specify it's a night Pokémon, so you might still find it during the day. The one we found was Lv. 28. There's no trick to make Hawlucha spawn more often. Leave the area and enter it again if you don't see it at first, which should force all nearby Pokémon to spawn again and give you another chance of spotting a Hawlucha. Hawlucha on the roof. Screenshot by Destructoid. While Hawlucha can theoretically be spotted on the top of any building in Lumiose, we've found its spawn to be more consistent on a building north of Wild Zone 1. If you can't access that area yet but really want to give a shot at finding Hawlucha anyway, try spotting it on other rooftops since this area isn't an exclusive spawn spot. If you haven't completed that side quest but have the Roto-Float from Mission 18, you can float between rooftops to look for Hawlucha more efficiently as well. Spotting it is a game of chance and patience, so be prepared to enter and exit these spawn areas a lot. With a Hawlucha in your party, you can use the Hawluchanite you get from the story to transform it into the mighty Mega Hawlucha. The post How to find Hawlucha in Pokémon Legends Z-A appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

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Disney Dreamlight Valley hosted its 2025 showcase stream on October 15, and shared what free updates the game can expect for the rest of the year. This includes our first detailed look at the next release, The Winter Ball, which will be launching on December 10. We already had an idea of what, and more specifically who, would be coming as part of this update thanks to a teaser shared earlier in the year, but it's nice to finally see the characters in-game... Read more.View the full article

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Disney Dreamlight Valley has given us a glimpse at the first set of updates coming in 2026 during the 2025 Showcase stream, and there is a lot to look forward to even before we've finished this year's update cycle. Of course, we haven't seen any characters, but the three images shown on the roadmap give away who we can anticipate arriving. Though, it wouldn't be unusual for Dreamlight Valley to throw in some curveballs either... Read more.View the full article

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Call of Duty: ****** Ops 6 or Warzone players who are subscribed to PlayStation Plus, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, or PC Game Pass can now redeem two free bundles as part of the game's big Season 6 update. Both bundles come with a previously released operator skin, as well as numerous other cosmetic items, which can be used across both Call of Duty: ****** Ops 6and Call of Duty: Warzone. View the full article

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A dozen classic Japanese arcade shoot ’em ups are set to be delisted permanently from Steam at the end of the month. Japanese publisher City Connection posted a message on its website informing players that 12 of its retro re-releases will be removed from Steam on October 31, due to their licensing agreements expiring. The 12 games, which were all developed in the ’90s and early 2000s by specialist shoot ’em up developer Psikyo, are as follows: Read More... View the full article

If you have been confused and wondering where you can get some Mints in Pokémon Legends Z-A, this guide will help you with your troubles. While the game does a decent job at highlighting the source for most resources, that's not the case for Mints. They're available from vendors in ZA, but the location isn't highlighted or marked on the map. Thankfully, this guide will help you find them and tell you where you need to be. Pokémon Legends Z-A Mints vendor locations If you're just getting started in Pokémon Legends Z-A, you don't need to bother much about finding Mints. These are more advanced items that you'll need later. If you're at that stage and wondering how to acquire the item, read on. Mints are sold in Legends Z-A by a couple of vendors, and they can be found at the same location. To reach the correct spot, take the main route that goes north-west from the centre of your map. Take the second right turn, and then go straight. Screenshot by Destructoid Take the next right turn to enter a narrow alley, where you'll find several vendors. A couple of them will offer you different Mints. However, these are pretty expensive, and some of them need a lot of Pokecoins. Hence, only buy them if you really have a need. Screenshot by Destructoid The location is also close to the Wild Zone 3 spot, but blocked by a building. If you're looking to catch Pokémon in that spot, you'll have to travel back a fair bit and catch the path that leads you to the zone. You can find other vendors selling important items like Berries at the location where you can buy Mints. Mints are required if you're looking to change the nature of any Pokémon. In my experience, they won't be extremely important unless you want to min-max and build the perfect member for your Ranked Battles. Season 1 for Ranked is now live and offers plenty of rewards to aid your in-game grind. Like our content? Set Destructoid as a Preferred Source on Google in just one step to ensure you see us more frequently in your Google searches! The post How to find Mints in Pokémon Legends Z-A appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article