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Police Simulator: Patrol Officers Contraband Expansion Out Now

astragon Entertainment and Aesir Interactive are proud to announce that the Contraband Expansion for Police Simulator: Patrol Officers is available now on PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Starting today, officers can report for duty at the brand-new border inspection stations in the State of Franklin, introducing one of the most ambitious updates to the game so far.

The Release Trailer showcases the expansion’s new environments, inspection mechanics, and tools designed to put players’ investigative instincts to the test:

Expanded Duties at the Border Zone

The border has opened, and the Brighton Police Department’s jurisdiction now extends beyond the city. Officers will work in two major inspection stations, managing vehicle checks, document control, and cargo verification. From the smallest cars to heavy trucks, every detail counts.

The expansion introduces a new gameplay type, where patience, precision, and intuition are key. Inside the office, officers analyze passports, driver’s licenses, and cargo manifests, while outside, they oversee inspections, watch queues, and respond to unexpected incidents along the checkpoint.

Inspection Tools for Better Checks

To handle these new responsibilities, officers can make use of powerful new technology. The biometric kiosk, X-ray scanner, and substance analyzer reveal what the human eye might miss, while the Titan Police Vehicle with a brand-new Border Patrol Vehicle Skin provides backup on and off the highway. The new Border Patrol Uniform Skin also shows the new responsibilities of the players when on foot.

Observation towers allow players to monitor the surroundings and report suspicious activity, while maintaining perimeter security remains crucial to keeping operations under control.

New Scenarios, New Challenges

In the Contraband Expansion traffic stops can escalate into pursuits, suspects may flee the inspection lane, and teamwork becomes essential to keep control. Combined with the Highway Patrol Expansion, officers can engage in fast-paced chases on the highways that surround the city of Brighton.

The new non-lethal shotgun ensures that even high-tension encounters can be resolved safely. All new features can be experienced solo or in the multiplayer mode for up to two players, with full DLC sharing support, ensuring every partner can participate in the new duties regardless of ownership.

Key Features 

  • Map expansion into the State of Franklin with two new inspection stations
  • Document, vehicle, and cargo checks with realistic systems
  • Indoor desk work for document review and questioning
  • Titan Police SUV and advanced inspection equipment
  • Watchtower duty, binoculars, and fence repair
  • Dynamic scenarios, suspect resistance, and multiplayer support

EVE Online: Catalyst Expansion Out Now

CCP Games today launched EVE Online: Catalyst, the next expansion for the iconic sci-fi MMO, EVE Online. Mining has powered EVE Online’s player-driven economy for over 20 years; every ship, trade, and conflict begins with ore. This foundation-shaping expansion introduces sweeping updates to mining, exploration, and interstellar navigation, making it one of the most accessible EVE Online experiences to date.

Learn about all that Catalyst has to offer:

“Our goal is to equip capsuleers with tools that allow them to create and innovate in ways we can’t predict, and Catalyst is designed for exactly that. It is one of the most welcoming expansions in EVE Online’s history,” said Snorri Árnason, EVE Online’s Executive Producer. “Anyone can learn the ropes of mining through the new epic arc. It’s an approachable entry point for rookie pilots and returning veterans alike, designed to ensure EVE Online remains smooth and engaging for everyone.”

“With Catalyst, collaboration intertwines with conflict, making mining more immersive and dynamic than ever,” said Bergur Finnbogason, EVE Online’s Creative Director. “Hyperspace fractures, prismaticite, and the opportunity to land critical hits mean each mining expedition offers higher stakes, higher rewards, and, of course, the potential to become a battleground. Capsuleers will need to proceed with caution and utilize industrial command vessels, including the mighty Rorqual, to survive the resource rush.”

To celebrate Catalyst’s launch, CCP Games is broadcasting an EVE Online stream live on Twitch from inside a lava cave, deep within Iceland’s volcanic terrain, on November 19, 2025, at 19:30 UTC. Set inside Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel, located within the Brennisteinsfjöll volcanic system, this underground experience seamlessly blends spectacle with storytelling. With the Catalyst expansion centered on the foundations of EVE – mining, transformation, and building from the ground up – streaming from inside volcanic rock is a literal expression of the expansion’s spirit: “All of this from a rock.”

Mysterious hyperspace fractures rich in prismaticite, a powerful new ore, are forming in waves, igniting a resource rush across New Eden. Capsuleers eager to recover as much prismaticite as possible must brave lucrative phase field sites in low and null sec space before the sites collapse – or before rival capsuleers arrive to fight for it.

With the new epic arc, players can enjoy a story-driven adventure that introduces the expansion’s systems and rewards in an easily understandable format. Upon completion, capsuleers receive the Pioneer mining destroyer and gain a better grasp of EVE Online’s mining ecosystem, empowering players to make confident choices while mining.

Key highlights of the Catalyst expansion include:

  • Hyperspace Fractures and Prismaticite: Discover volatile, time-limited fractures to locate Phased Asteroids rich in prismaticite, a new erratic ore type. Players can test their luck with random reprocessing or choose a different base mineral for prismaticite to reprocess into, giving them increased agency for fueling the mining industry and impacting EVE Online’s player-driven economy.
  • ‘Pioneer’ Mining Destroyer: The first of its kind, bridging the gap between mining frigates and barges. Designed for accessibility, this ship can be piloted by Alpha clones and upgraded by Omegas, offering an accessible gateway to EVE Online’s industrial gameplay.
  • ‘Odysseus’ Exploration Command Ship: Explorationists can take advantage of the hotly anticipated Odysseus, a long-range vessel built for deep-space ventures with a unique expedition hold. With the ability to warp while cloaked and a built-in maintenance bay, the Odysseus enables explorers to lead extended missions into uncharted regions for stellar treasures.
  • Mining UX Enhancements: Mining cycles are faster and more enveloping with a refreshed scanning overlay. The addition of real-time data and color-coded readouts enables pilots to determine the value of encountered asteroids quickly.
  • 2D Map: Leveraging a clean, node-based layout, the eagerly awaited new 2D map provides players with a variety of ways to view New Eden in a way that feels familiar and recognizable. Group stars by constellation or region, use arrow indicators to follow regional jumps, and toggle a ship’s jump-range visualization on or off as needed.
  • Map UI Overhaul: Customize the look and feel of both the 2D and 3D maps for rapid data visualization. Apply the new mining filter category to help discover ore across belts and nearby anomalies.
  • Mining Mutaplasmids and Critical Hits: New customization and chance-based yield spikes make resource extraction more unpredictable, engaging, and rewarding.
  • PLEX Transaction Logs: Personal PLEX transaction histories introduce transparency to the in-game economy.

EVE Online: Catalyst’s comprehensive additions and changes transform the way capsuleers collaborate, compete, and profit. Each mining operation can become a strategic flashpoint in New Eden’s robust economy – control the ore and control it all.

For the latest happenings in and outside New Eden, visit EVE News. Assets for the Catalyst expansion can be found in the press kit.

Play EVE Online free at eveonline.com — also on Steam and Epic Games Store.

Mafia: The Old Country Free Ride DLC Announcement Trailer

Today, 2K and Hangar 13 announced the launch of Free Ride mode, a free update for all owners of Mafia: The Old Country available tomorrow, Thursday, November 20*.

Watch the trailer for the Free Ride Update below:

Free Ride allows players to venture deeper into the world of Mafia: The Old Country, testing their skills across gritty new combat challenges and white-knuckle races. Combat challenges unlock as players progress through the main story and can be replayed to earn tier rewards.

The update also introduces several exciting new game features. Players can now capture the early 1900s Sicilian setting with a new Photo Mode (complete with unique filters) or experience the game as a classic film via Cinema Siciliano, a black and white cinematic mode inspired by vintage Italian movies. For veterans, the fan-favorite Classic Difficulty returns, demanding careful health and ammo management, while the new First-Person Driving perspective offers a more engaging and realistic experience in all vehicles.

The update also introduces new vehicles, guns, knives, outfits, and charms for players to acquire.

The Free Ride Update is available to download for all owners of Mafia: The Old Country beginning Thursday, November 20 at 8 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. ET. Mafia: The Old Country is available on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

For the latest information on Mafia: The Old Country, visit mafiagame.com, and follow the game across YouTube, Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok.

Mafia: The Old Country is rated Mature 17+ by the ESRB.

*Base game required. Some content unlocked via gameplay.

Hangar 13 is a 2K studio. 2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO)

NORSE: Oath of Blood First Dev Diary

Tripwire Presents, the publishing division of Tripwire Interactive, and developer Arctic Hazard today announced that their upcoming Viking-era tactical turn-based title, NORSE: Oath of Blood, will launch for Windows PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S on Feb. 3, 2026. Delve into the first video Developer Diary from Arctic Hazard, where key members of the development team, actors, and writer Giles Kristian discuss their parts in bringing a Viking-era, playable historical epic to life. The team provides a look behind the shield wall at topics including the use of motion capture to heighten the sense of realism, detailing their approach to telling an archetypal Viking story of revenge while remaining grounded in reality, and more.

The NORSE: Oath of Blood PC demo, released during last month’s Steam Next Fest, remains available to download here. Players can try their swordhand at taking Gunnar’s first steps on his epic quest for vengeance, and leading his people to prosperity.

Step into the rugged, untamed beauty of dark age Norway in NORSE: Oath of Blood, a turn-based tactics game that plunges players into the heart of the Viking Age. Embark on an epic quest for vengeance as Gunnar, a young warrior whose destiny is forged in blood and betrayal. After the treacherous Steinarr Far-Spear murders his father, Jarl Gripr, and usurps his high seat, Gunnar’s path is clear: rebuild, ally, and rise to reclaim honor and justice.

Craft a settlement from the ground up, gather allies from far and wide, and train a formidable warband to stand by his side. Every decision shapes the world around Gunnar, as he navigates a landscape teeming with both danger and opportunity. Face off against rival clans, forge unbreakable bonds, and outmaneuver his enemies in tactical, turn-based battles that test players’ strategic prowess.

Find out more about NORSE: Oath of Blood on the game’s official website, and follow the game on X, Bluesky, Instagram, TikTok, and Discord. This game has not been rated for PC, and expects a rating of 17+ on consoles by the ESRB and 18+ PEGI.

To learn more about Arctic Hazard visit their official website, and follow them on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Knott’s Boysenberry Festival Selected as a Good Housekeeping 2026 Travel Awards Winner

Knott’s Berry Farm announced today that the Knott’s Boysenberry Festival was named a winner in Good Housekeeping’s 2026 Travel Awards. The full list of awards can be found on goodhousekeeping.com/travel2026.

Knott’s Boysenberry Festival is a beloved festival that celebrates the park’s historic roots by highlighting the little berry that started it all, the boysenberry. This limited-time food festival operates annually in the spring, from mid-to-late March through April. Guests can indulge in a tantalizing menu filled with dozens of savory and sweet boysenberry food and beverage items, all with a boysenberry twist. In the streets of Ghost Town, the yearly Boysenberry Festival Crafts Fair offers unique boysenberry-inspired artisan products from over two dozen local craft vendors.

In addition to the numerous food and drink offerings, Knott’s Boysenberry Festival features a wide selection of live music, musical stage shows and fun activities for guests of all ages. Guests can compete in Boysen Bear’s Pie Kitchen Games or try their berry best at the Pie Eating Contest. The entertainment continues with live shows such as Knott’s Preserved, a musical journey that highlights the park’s heritage, while Old MacDonald’s Barn showcases adorable farm animals and pays tribute to one of the farm’s original attractions. Visitors can also explore the History of the Boysenberry Museum at Town Hall to learn all about the little berry that had a big impact on the Knott family and Southern California.

We are thrilled that Knott’s Boysenberry Festival has been named a 2026 Good Housekeeping Travel Award winner.

Disney Dreamlight Valley: Wishblossom Ranch Out Now

Disney Dreamlight Valley’s next big Expansion, Disney Dreamlight Valley: Wishblossom Ranch, is now available for PC, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch™, Mac, and Apple Arcade!

Nestled amongst the Wishblossom Mountains is a special place powered by the Heart’s deepest wishes, where horses once roamed free and stables were full of life. Now, the Ranch is in disrepair after falling into the hands of Cruella De Vil, causing a mysterious phenomenon—the Decay. Saddle up for magical adventures with your new Disney friends and horses, reverse the effects of the Decay, and restore Wishblossom Ranch to its former glory!

Bringing the magic back to Wishblossom Ranch is going to require help, and four new Disney friends are ready to lend a hand. Snow White, from Disney’s Snow White, has been trying her best to maintain the Ranch, but she needs help! To restore the Ranch to its former glory, players must seek out and awaken Tinker Bell from Disney’s Peter Pan, who holds the key to understanding Wishblossom Magic. Explore brand-new areas twisted by weird and whimsical wishes with Tigger from Disney’s Winnie the Pooh and work with (and against) Cruella De Vil from Disney’s One Hundred and One Dalmatians as you all embark on a journey to save Wishblossom Ranch.

Throughout your adventures, you’ll find and befriend three iconic horses—Maximus from Disney’s Tangled, Khan from Disney’s Mulan, and Pegasus from Disney’s Hercules—and each horse brings their own unique personality and abilities to help you explore Wishblossom Ranch’s three new Biomes. Take care of your newfound friends by brushing, feeding, and petting them daily to increase your Friendship Levels with them and fully customize your generic horses, both their appearance and accessories, to your own tailored style. Upgrade their abilities or enlist their help in watching after daily Valley tasks such as cleaning, gardening, mining, and more.

Last but not least, any players who buy the Expansion before December 3 will receive exclusive early-adopter bonuses: the Springtime Festival Outfit for their Avatar and the Springtime Festival Tack for their horse! In addition, brand-new editions of the game are also now available, including:

  • Disney Dreamlight Valley: Wishblossom Ranch Edition — includes base game, the new Expansion, and 13,000 Moonstones
  • Disney Dreamlight Valley: Wishblossom Ranch — Deluxe Edition* — includes the new Expansion, 10,000 Moonstones, and other exclusive rewards, including an exclusive mount, Sven from Disney’s Frozen

For more information on other new editions of the game, be sure to check out the official website HERE.

Razer Raiju V3 Pro PS5 Controller Out Now in the US

Razer’s all-new Razer Raiju V3 Pro, the elite esports controller for PlayStation 5, is officially available for players in the United States for $219.99.

Engineered for competition and officially licensed for the PlayStation 5 console, the Raiju V3 Pro delivers lightning-fast wireless response, pixel-perfect precision, and pro-level customization – All packed into a tournament-ready form factor.

Featuring symmetrical TMR (Tension Magnetic Resistance) thumbsticks, Razer Pro HyperTriggers, and 4 removable mouse-click back buttons, the Raiju V3 Pro is designed to give console players the competitive edge they need.

Precision Meets Power: Built for Elite Console Competition 

  • Removable Back Buttons & Claw Grip Bumpers
  • Symmetrical TMR Thumbsticks with Swappable Caps
  • Razer Pro HyperTriggers
  • Mecha-Tactile PBT Action Buttons & 8-Way Floating D-Pad
  • Lightning-Fast Wireless Performance with Razer HyperSpeed Wireless

Customization and Portability for Total Competitive Control 

  • Pro-Level Customization
  • Tournament-Ready Protection and Convenience

For more information about the Raiju V3 Pro, visit the Raiju V3 Pro product page HERE.

Goat Simulator 3 Baadlands: Furry Road DLC Out Now

Today, Coffee Stain Publishing and Coffee Stain North are thrilled to launch Baadlands: Furry Road, the latest expansion for Goat Simulator 3.

The world has ended, and San Angora has transformed into a vast desert, holding sand-swept secrets waiting to be uncovered. In Baadlands: Furry Road, players will once again step into the hooves of Pilgor, the antihero and now-survivor of the apocalypse, setting off on the most chaotic adventure yet. Complete calamitous quests, rebuild a town from scratch using collectable scraps, and use the latest fiery Goat Gears to fight your way through hordes of raiders on your journey to discover the secret behind the mysterious vault door…

This time around, players will be able to traverse the dunes on their very own motorcycle, which can be summoned at-will like an apocalyptic steed! Across the Baadlands, they’ll discover vast new environments, goat-tastic wasteland fashion, a plethora of new quests, and more – from leather-clad townspeople to dune-dwelling worms.

Santiago Ferrero, Creative Director at Coffee Stain North said: “Baadlands: Furry Road is the best addition to the Goat Simulator franchise since the capybara, and we’re excited for fans to experience “Sand” Angora in a brand new and (as always) highly destructive way. From pimped out cars and propeller horns, to your very own motorcycle that appears on command, getting around has never been easier – so explore to your heart’s content and headbutt some unsuspecting critters while you’re at it. The wasteland is your oyster!”

Baadlands: Furry Road is the second major expansion for Goat Simulator 3, following the Multiverse of Nonsense expansion that launched last summer.

Goat Simulator 3 – Baadlands: Furry Road is out now, and is available to purchase on Steam, the Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store, as well as PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S.

Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes 10th Anniversary Celebration

EA and Capital Games, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, renowned for bringing some of the most beloved franchise worlds to life, today celebrate 10 years of Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes with the launch of its exciting anniversary update. The update features new content such as The Coliseum experience, Era Levels and new versions of fan-favorite characters.

For a decade, EA and Capital Games’ turn-based RPG Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes has topped charts with its strategic gameplay, amassing over 100 million downloads across the App Store, Google Play and the EA App. This milestone update invites new and returning players to command squads of iconic Star Wars™ heroes and villains in epic holotable battles where they will embark on new challenges, take down massive bosses and more.

The “Season of Anniversary” update includes:

  • The Coliseum Arena – Set on the planet Batuu, The Coliseum is both a spectacle and an iconic battleground where players will encounter giant bosses, such as a Pirate AT-ST, a Jotaz, a Tomb Guardian, and a Dryax.

  • Era Levels – A refined Seasonality system, Era Levels, allow both newcomers and day-one players to enjoy the latest marquee characters together by giving those who participate in seasonal content extra bonuses towards unlocking and powering up characters in the Legacy Content.

  • New Character Versions – Throughout the season, players can unlock popular characters, including Stormtrooper Luke, a Yoda and Chewbacca combo unit, and Duel’s End Darth Vader among many others.

SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide Out Now

THQ Nordic and Purple Lamp proudly announce the launch of SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide, the next big splash in one of the most beloved franchises among gaming and animation. Available today for Nintendo Switch 2™, PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, the single-player 3D platformer arrives at an SRP of $39.99 / €39.99.

With over two decades of SpongeBob legacy behind it, SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide delivers the kind of feel-good platforming experience that’s become synonymous with the franchise: fun, nostalgic, and packed with heart. On top of that, the game is fully voiced by the original cast, because no one says “I’m ready!” quite like SpongeBob himself.

When the Flying Dutchman and King Neptune lock horns, their ego clash unleashes an otherworldly tidal wave across Bikini Bottom. It’s up to SpongeBob and Patrick, two unlikely heroes armed with jellyfishing nets and friendship thicker than tartar sauce, to restore order to the undersea chaos.

Players will reunite with fan-favorite faces from across Bikini Bottom, including Sandy Cheeks, Squidward, Mr. Krabs, and even Plankton, as they journey through iconic locales such as Neptune’s Palace, the frosty Mount Bikini, and the mysterious Goldfish Island. Seamlessly switch between SpongeBob and Patrick’s unique abilities to outsmart enemies, tackle inventive puzzles, and ultimately save Bikini Bottom from its spectral fate!

And if you can’t get enough of the Titans of the Tide song, you’ll find the full track on all major music streaming platforms: Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and more!