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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

The Lakers face a playoff reality check against the Rockets

This NBA playoff series just flipped from predictable to wild in a matter of weeks. The Lakers entered the first round with more questions than answers, only to stumble into a 3-1 lead against Houston like a team that hadn’t even planned to show up. But here’s the thing about this season: the script

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Apr 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

KoЯn teams up with Diablo IV for a heavy new track

A fresh tune by the long-running metal band KoЯn just dropped, and it’s tied to the latest Diablo IV expansion. The song, called “Reward the Scars, ” marks KoЯn’s first release in four years, showing the band is still pushing through tough sounds and deeper themes. The band has spent decades blendin

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Apr 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Roller‑Coaster of Cards: Why Slay the Spire 2 Feels Like a Game of Skill and Luck

The game sits on the edge of frustration and triumph, demanding careful planning while throwing a lot of randomness into the mix. At first glance it looks simple: choose a character, pick cards, fight enemies. But as you move through Act 1 and beyond, the choice of a solid build becomes crucia

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Apr 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Supporting the Next Wave of Game Creators

Tokyo Game Show is building a spot for small teams and solo creators to shine. A new round of sponsors has stepped up to help indie developers show off their work without heavy costs. Nine companies from different corners of the business world—from big names like Nintendo to smaller groups like Amak

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Apr 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Cyberpunk Innkeeper Game Seeks Fans’ Help

The new adventure game, ATYPIAN, mixes old‑school role‑playing style with a neon city vibe. It was born from a small test project that earned a graphics prize at a 2025 game jam. Now the creators, Team A_EGO, want to grow it into a full release. Players become an innkeeper who hides a secre

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Apr 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Zenless Zone Zero Gets a Big Season‑End Update

The popular action RPG Zenless Zone Zero is set to hit a major new patch on May 6, wrapping up the second season with fresh story beats and gameplay tweaks. The update, called “Sunset of New Eridu, ” follows the chase for a secret target named Ramiel and will bring two top‑tier agents to the rost

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Apr 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

IGGYMOB Picks Up Gungrave IP to Revive a Classic Action Series

IGGYMOB has secured the worldwide rights to the action‑heavy title Gungrave from Japan’s RED Entertainment. The move gives the studio control over all game titles, characters and the story world, allowing it to push the brand into new platforms and media. Gungrave first appeared on PlayStation 2 in

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Apr 27 2026SPORTS

The Avalanche’s tight defense shuts down the Kings in a quick playoff exit

The Los Angeles Kings pushed hard in their first-round playoff series against Colorado, but the Avalanche’s relentless defense proved too much. In a four-game sweep, Colorado allowed just five goals total, keeping the Kings from ever finding a real rhythm. Nathan MacKinnon stood out with two goals a

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Apr 26 2026SPORTS

NBA Playoff Action Heats Up With Key Games This Weekend

Saturday brings a mix of must-watch matchups and surprising underdog stories in the NBA playoffs. The Detroit Pistons and Orlando Magic face off again in Game 3, with Detroit hoping to regain home-court advantage after splitting the first two games. Meanwhile, the Oklahoma City Thunder aim to sweep

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Apr 26 2026SPORTS

Big plays and milestones in April high school sports

On a busy Friday across Massachusetts high schools, athletes piled up milestones, shutout wins, and clutch performances that kept coaches busy updating stat sheets. One senior catcher turned heads by collecting three career firsts in a single game: her 100th hit, 100th stolen base, and 100th run sco

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