Gaming
Mario is getting his own encyclopedia!
Anyone else hoping to find a gold cartridge?
After unquestionable success with three of The Legend of Zelda reference books, Dark Horse Comics sets its sights on the Mushroom Kingdom. They’re releasing a Super Mario Encyclopedia!
The Super Mario Encyclopedia digs deep into three decades of Nintendo gaming into the Super Mario Encyclopedia. It takes a terrifyingly detailed look at nearly every Super Mario game Nintendo has made — from Super Mario Bros. in 1985 to Super Mario 3D World three years ago. It lays out details of level layouts, enemies, glitches, and tricks. It has 256 pages dedicated to Mario including an interview with producer, Takashi Tezuka, on tips to find every star, coin, sun, and mushroom!
Nintendo previously teamed up with Dark Horse Comics to create three The Legend of Zelda books. They then released a deluxe version of The Legend of Zelda encyclopedia which comes with a gold cartridge. Is it enough to have a valid sneaking suspicion that they’ll be releasing something similar for the Mario encyclopedia? I personally think so.
The standard edition of the book will be released with a retail price of US$ 40 on October 23 this year.
Players who digitally pre-ordered Grand Theft Auto VI can now pre-load the game ahead of its launch.
Rockstar Games confirmed that pre-loading is available to all digital pre-order customers. Those who purchased the code-in-box version can also begin downloading once they receive and activate their codes.
The announcement also reveals new performance details for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
GTA VI targets 30fps on consoles
Rockstar says Grand Theft Auto VI was built from the ground up for the current generation of consoles.
The game targets 30 frames per second on both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
According to Rockstar, this approach allows the game to maintain the visual fidelity and density of Leonida’s environments.
The developer says it is pushing both platforms to their limits to bring the game’s expansive world to life.
PS5 Pro gets exclusive visual enhancements
PlayStation 5 Pro players can expect additional graphical improvements.
These include enhanced image clarity through PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) and ray-traced shadows exclusive to the PS5 Pro.
The PS5 version also features integrated DualSense haptic feedback, with adjustable settings for accessibility.
Rockstar is also highlighting improved spatial audio through Tempest 3D Audio and faster loading times on PlayStation consoles.
Cloud gaming and Remote Play support
Grand Theft Auto VI will also be playable through Xbox Cloud Gaming on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.
The cloud version will use Xbox Series S graphics settings. However, performance may vary depending on internet speeds and other streaming conditions.
The game will also support Remote Play on both PlayStation and Xbox.
Alongside the announcement, Rockstar released a new video featuring “Blood in Your Eyes” by Tove Lo, taken from Grand Theft Auto VI: The Album.
Players can visit the official GTA VI website for more information.
Nintendo Switch owners in the Philippines can finally access Nintendo’s digital storefront and online subscription service.
Nintendo Singapore and Nintendo Co., Ltd. announced the Philippine launch of Nintendo eShop and Nintendo Switch Online on November 10, 2026.
Nintendo eShop lets players purchase digital games and additional content directly from their Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch consoles. Players can also download free demos of selected titles.
Meanwhile, Nintendo Switch Online unlocks online multiplayer, classic games, cloud save backups, and other membership benefits.
Nintendo eShop makes digital purchases easier
Nintendo eShop is an online storefront accessible directly from Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch consoles.
Players can browse major releases, indie games, and digital-only titles. They can purchase games and download them straight to their consoles.
The storefront also offers free demos of selected games. Players can try these titles before deciding to buy them.
Nintendo Switch Online brings multiplayer gaming to the Philippines
Nintendo Switch Online lets members play compatible games with friends and family over the internet. Players can also connect with others around the world.
Supported titles include Mario Kart World, Nintendo Switch Sports, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A.
Membership also unlocks several additional features:
- Nintendo Classics: Play over 200 classic games from the NES, Super NES, and Game Boy libraries. Selected titles support online and local multiplayer through the Play while Sharing feature. Players can also use Suspend Points and Rewind.
- GameChat: Nintendo Switch 2 owners can talk with friends and share their gameplay screens through GameChat.
- Nintendo Music: Listen to music from Nintendo games anytime, anywhere.
- Save Data Cloud: Automatically back up save data from supported games online. This helps players recover their progress if something happens to their console.
Expansion Pack unlocks more classic games
Players who want more retro games can subscribe to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
This membership adds classic games from the Game Boy Advance and Nintendo 64 libraries. Nintendo Switch 2 owners also gain access to Nintendo GameCube games.
Nintendo Switch Online membership plans and pricing
Nintendo offers Individual and Family memberships for both subscription tiers.
A Family membership supports up to eight Nintendo Account holders under one plan. Members can share access to online play, Nintendo Classics, and other services.
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack is available through a 12-month membership.
For the complete list of Philippine membership plans and pricing, visit the official Nintendo Philippines website.
Accessories
Is it comfortable to sleep on a Secretlab Atlas?
You can grab the chair now through Secretlab’s 11.11 sale!
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The biggest reason to get an ergonomic chair is to stay comfortable while working or playing all day. But how about getting that well-deserved siesta after lunch or falling asleep on your chair after a long day of gaming?
The new Secretlab Atlas is more than just a chair for when you’re busy. It’s a perfect chair for dozing off and taking it easy.
Today, you can grab the Atlas and everything else from Secretlab to complete your workstation during Secretlab’s 11.11 sale on Shopee. You can enjoy discounts of up to PhP 9,300. You can also stack and save vouchers of up to PhP 1,500, plus additional vouchers from Shopee. Once purchased, customers can grab free gifts worth up to PhP 7,500. Finally, it’s free shipping!
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