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Exciting News American Dad Crashes Into Call of Duty

If you’re a fan of American Dad and Call of Duty, well, you’re about to get the best of both worlds, my friend. Stan Smith and Roger from the hit TV series American Dad are crashing onto the battlefield—as announced by the Call of Duty X (formerly Twitter) account earlier today.

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Shocking Review of Third-Party Handhelds Could Send YouTuber to Jail

YouTuber, Once Were Nerd, is in hot water with Italian authorities over videos reviewing third-party handheld gaming devices. In a July 14, 2025, video, he explained what happened and the penalties he could face.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 17

AI Use Pushed Insensitively by Xbox Leadership

AI (large language models) have their uses. But when you’re losing your job at a big tech company, you probably don’t expect the leadership to tell you to talk to an LLM about it.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 17

NASCAR 25’S Producer Matt Lewis Talks On New Multi-Player Feature

For the first time since 2023, a brand-new multiplayer NASCAR iRacing-themed game, to be branded NASCAR 25, is in development. The game is set to be available on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC this Fall of 2025, according to iRacing producer Matt Lewis.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 17

Destiny 2: Graviton Spike Intrinsics and Catalysts

The Kepler destination has plenty of secrets for Destiny 2 players to solve. Some of those involve the Graviton Spike Hand Cannon. Players will need to use the Exotic in their quest to unlock the Intrinsics and Catalysts for the weapon.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / July 17

'Assassin's Creed' live-action series (finally) coming to Netflix

It’s long past time for an Assassin’s Creed TV show. The popular video game franchise has always been fertile ground for a long-form adaptation.

Netflix's new 'Stranger Things' trailer sets up explosive fifth and final season

Cameron Diaz to star in action-comedy for Netflix

Netflix's biggest in-house star Millie Bobby Brown to star in new romcom

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 17

Destiny 2: How to Acquire Graviton Spike

Graviton Spike is a new Exotic in Destiny 2, arriving in the Edge of Fate. It is a dual-affinity Hand Cannon that can switch between Arc and Stasis modes.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 17

5 Iconic Elements That Make Final Fantasy More Than Just A Poster Child For Turn-Based Combat

It’s easy to typecast the Final Fantasy franchise as being the literal godfather of turn-based combat, but the truth is that there are hundreds, perhaps even thousands, of games that have been released at the same time as even the original games that have utilised similar systems.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 17

Nintendo’s live-action Zelda Film Casts British Teens to Portray Legendary Duo

Nintendo confirmed Bo Bragason and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Princess Zelda and Link, respectively, in the forthcoming live-action Zelda film, set to release in 2027.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 17

Mecha Break: How to Unlock More Cosmetics

In Mecha Break, the thrill of piloting high-tech Strikers and shredding foes is undeniably powerful, but it’s cosmetic customization that keeps players engaged long after the dust settles.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 17

Marvel Rivals Ascending the Machine: Mastering Ultron

With the arrival of Season 2.5 on May 30, 2025, Marvel Rivals welcomed its first flying Strategist: Ultron. Armed with a team-healing Ultimate, infinite-range laser attacks, and shield-boosting drones, Ultron introduces a fresh layer of strategic play, blending support and offense in mid-air dominance.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 17

The Necromancer’s Tale: A New RPG with an Occult Twist

The Necromancer’s Tale is a story-based RPG that delves into the world of the occult. After creating your character’s backstory, you return to your hometown for your father’s funeral.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 16

Banned for Smurfing? Marvel Rivals Player Takes a Break, Returns to Quick Ban

Smurfing, it’s a practice that’s frustrating to other players. It’s a problem Marvel Rivals is trying to address, but players don’t think NetEase is doing a good job of it.

Video Games News / Gaming on ClutchPoints / July 16

EA FC 26 Release Date, Gameplay, Trailer, Story

The FC 26 Release Date is on the way, providing fans a new installment from the popular soccer video game series from EA Sports. Now three years separated from the FIFA name, EA FC returns with new gameplay improvements and upgrades to various modes.

Video Games News / Gaming on ClutchPoints / July 16

Legend of Zelda movie finally finds its stars

Finally, we know who will be playing the lead roles in Nintendo’s upcoming live-action Legend of Zelda movie. Nintendo made the announcement on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, by Shigeru Miyamoto.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 16

Destiny 2 Edge of Fate: The Message Walkthrough

The final mission of the Edge of Fate sees you come face to face with the Archon. More Destiny 2 truths are learnt, but they lead to further questions.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 16

Destiny 2 Edge of Fate: Criticality Walkthrough

The second-to-last mission of the Edge of Fate story puts players on a time crunch. If you run out of time, the mission fails. For veteran Destiny 2 players, they should not have issues keeping up with the time constraints.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 16

Destiny 2 Edge of Fate: The Gorge Strangelet Walkthrough

After seeing the truth about Ikora Rey’s past, the guardian must continue on his path to save the Aionians. The Destiny 2 Edge of Fate story continues in the Gorge.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 16

Destiny 2 Edge of Fate: Outer Steppes Strangelet Walkthrough

After completing the Exile’s Accord and Central Academy questlines, players progress to the next step of the story in Destiny 2. Players do not have a choice of where to go if they want to progress the Edge of Fate storyline.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 16

New Helldivers 2 Patch Makes Flag Deadlier Than Ever

Dear citizens! The patriotism of Super Earth is sound and grows more day by day! A new patch update has dropped and added buffs along with another strategem where your official Super Earth flag has now been upgraded to a deadly weapon.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 16

Destiny 2 Edge of Fate: The Central Academy Strangelet Walkthrough

The Central Academy questline is one of two paths players can follow. Completing it is necessary to progress the Edge of Fate story in Destiny 2. As part of a non-linear story, players can choose to do this questline directly after the first mission or complete the Exile’s Accord first.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 16

Destiny 2 Edge of Fate: The Exile’s Accord Strangelet Walkthrough

The Exile’s Accord questline is one of two quests players receive after the first Edge of Fate mission. The campaign is the first Destiny 2 story with non-linear progression.

Chad Gable News / The Sportster / July 15

WWE 2K25 Finally Names Replacement For Missing DLC Celebrity

Even though there's still someone missing from WWE 2K25's first DLC pack, the rollout of post-launch content has continued with pack number three now right around the corner.

Mike Gundy News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9

Mike Gundy had perfect reaction to his look in new video game

Mike Gundy had perfect reaction to his look in new 'College Football' video game

Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy became a viral sensation this week for his appearance in the new EA Sports “College Football 26” video game.

Just 1 big question remains in the Best of Cowboys series

The 25 most important college football storylines from the 21st century

Video Games News / Nerdist / July 8

THE LAST OF US PART II Remaster Lets Gamers Play in Chronological Mode

HBO’s adaptation stayed true to The Last of Us Part II during its second season by telling its story in a nonlinear manner. On both the show and in the game, we didn’t experience certain events until long after they actually happened.