Gaming
Jayson Tatum, Vince Carter are your NBA 2K25 cover athletes
A champion and a legend
Is it any wonder that the reigning NBA champion is finally gracing the cover of an NBA 2K game? For the first time in his career, Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum is the cover athlete for the upcoming NBA 2K25.
Last year, the series bucked the trend by featuring Kobe Bryant in both covers. Of course, the Laker legend rightfully deserves the nod. However, the time has come to return to the present day. Tatum will star in both the Standard and the All-Star Edition of the basketball simulator.
NBA Champion and a 2K cover has a nice ring to it 🏆@jaytatum0 is our #NBA2K25 Standard Edition Cover Athlete! ☘️
Pre-order today ➡️ https://t.co/gLm2YAsIjO#BallOverEverything pic.twitter.com/xM5YrMi1r4
— NBA 2K (@NBA2K) July 10, 2024
You might ask: What’s the All-Star Edition? The edition will feature both Tatum and WNBA’s A’ja Wilson from the Las Vegas Aces. It comes with 100,000 VC, additional MyTEAM content, MyCAREER boosts, and special skins for Jayson Tatum.
Champion. MVP. Cover Star✨@_ajawilson22 is our #NBA2K25 WNBA Edition Cover Athlete! ♠️
Pre-order today ➡️ https://t.co/gLm2YAsIjO#BallOverEverything pic.twitter.com/0h4TZInQsZ
— NBA 2K (@NBA2K) July 10, 2024
Speaking of the WNBA, Wilson will also grace her own cover alone in the WNBA Edition, a GameStop exclusive for North America.
Finally, dunk legend Vince Carter will grace the Hall of Fame Edition. It’s also an extremely limited edition. Offered only until September 8, the edition will include everything in the All-Star Edition, a MyCAREER Vince Carter Cover Jersey, a Season 1 Pro Pass with four upfront rewards, and a 12-month NBA League Pass subscription.
A career destined for immortality 🫡@mrvincecarter15 is our #NBA2K25 Hall of Fame Edition Cover Athlete! ✈️
Pre-order today ➡️ https://t.co/gLm2YAsIjO#BallOverEverything pic.twitter.com/YOZRsE9IGy
— NBA 2K (@NBA2K) July 10, 2024
Four different editions
This year, NBA 2K25 will come in four different flavors. The Standard Edition costs US$ 69.99 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. It will also be available for the Switch, selling for US$ 59.99.
The WNBA Edition is exclusive for North America and only through GameStop. It will be available for the PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X|S. It costs US$ 69.99.
Meanwhile, the All-Star Edition costs US$ 99.99 for all of the above platforms.
Finally, the Hall of Fame Edition costs US$ 149.99 for the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. It is available only until September 8.
Events
Capcom to hold Resident Evil Requiem launch event in Jakarta
Cosplays, demos, meet-and-greet, prizes, more
Capcom will hold a special two-day Resident Evil Requiem launch event in Jakarta, Indonesia next week.
Throughout the event, there will be a booth open from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM from February 28 to March 1 at the Mini Atrium (LG) of Gandaria City Mall.
Visitors will have multiple ways to experience the world of survival horror through the latest title. There will be cosplays, demos, lots of exciting prizes, and more themed activities inspired by the iconic video game franchise.
Of course, there will be a playable demo of the game at dedicated kiosks so mallgoers can experience the survival horror up close. Those who complete a session will also receive a sticker set.
On the other hand, the booth will also have a themed fun shooting range inspired by the Resident Evil Requiem universe. Here, visitors will take down zombies to win exclusive prizes, including:
- Umbrella Corporation Enamel Pin
- Raccoon City Welcome Sign Acrylic Keychain
- Resident Evil Requiem Edition Lanyard
Moreover, there will be a recreated corner of Raccoon City which is perfect for taking photos and videos.
Sharing it on social media with the hashtag #RE9LaunchJakarta2026 and taging @capcomsg will also entitle fans to a sticker set.
For those who want to take home more memorabilia, the event will likewise feature these merchandise:
- Resident Evil Requiem Physical Standard Edition (PS5)
- Resident Evil Requiem Standard Edition with Steelbook Code in Box (PC)
- 30th Anniversary Tote Bag
- 30th Anniversary Character Acrylic Stand Collection
- 30th Anniversary Character Metallic Bookmark
- RER Sticker Pack
Stage highlights
The programs on both days will be hosted by Aldo from The Lazy Monday and Yudha (a.k.a. RESILOREID).
Fans who are unable to attend in person can still catch part of the Saturday stage segment via Capcom Asia’s and The Lazy Monday’s official YouTube channels.
Other highlights include a Live Quiz and Cosplay Walk on both days. Specifically, Larissa Rochefort will grace March 1’s festivities with a meet-and-greet session.
Resident Evil Requiem is launching on February 27 on modern consoles and PC.
Gaming
Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen are coming to the Switch
Both games will be available starting February 27.
Millennials, prepare to have your nostalgia get hit right in the feels. Nintendo has officially announced that Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen are coming to the Switch.
This year, the Pokémon franchise is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Naturally, with Pokémon Day coming up, it’s only right to celebrate the event with something huge. Finally, two of the most prolific titles in the series are coming to a modern console.
Originally released in 2004, Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen were remakes of the original Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue. At the time, the two titles reimagined the older games for the Game Boy Advance. Additionally, they introduced new post-game content set in the Sevii Islands, where Ho-Oh, Lugia, and Deoxys reside in the Kanto region.
Based on the short teaser trailer, the upcoming Switch versions will feature all of both games’ content. It will likely be remastered for the Switch’s larger screen.
To showcase more of the Switch version, Nintendo is hosting a Pokémon Presents on February 27. The brand has not mentioned anything about a potential physical version yet. However, they do promise that both games will be available on the Nintendo eShop as soon as next week’s Pokémon Presents concludes. Each game will cost US$ 19.99.
SEE ALSO: A Pokémon leak reveals an MMO-style remake of Hoenn, Sinnoh
LG Electronics has introduced the UltraGear evo, a new premium gaming monitor brand. It was first debuted at CES 2026.
The UltraGear evo line includes 5K-and-above resolution gaming displays in OLED, MiniLED, and ultra-wide formats. They are designed to deliver high definition, speed, and immersive gameplay.
To make things work, LG developed the world’s first 5K AI Upscaling technology. This on-device AI solution enhances content in real time without requiring GPU upgrades.
The three primary offerings are the 39GX950B, 27GM950B, and 52G930B. Here’s a quick breakdown for each:
39GX950B
- 39-inch 5K2K OLED gaming monitor
- AI Scene Optimization
- AI Sound
- Dual Mode
- Allows users to switch between high-res 165Hz and ultra-fast 330Hz
27GM950B
- World’s first 5K New MiniLED gaming monitor
- Significantly reduces blooming using 2,304 local dimming zones
- Zero Optical Distance technology
- Supports 5K AI Upscaling, Dual Mode up to 330Hz
52G930B
- Massive 52-inch display
- 240Hz refresh rate
- Panoramic 12:9 viewing experience
- 1000R curvature
LG positions the new UltraGear evo lineup as a major leap forward in gaming displays. They eliminate trade-offs between brightness, contrast, speed, and screen size.
The lineup will again be showcased at CES 2026, including a “Dream Setup” installation and racing simulation using the 39-inch model.
An additional UltraGear GX7 (27GX790B) will be launched globally. It is a 27-inch QHD Tandem OLED gaming monitor with 540Hz refresh rate and Dual Mode support.
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