326: Rotation Assist and 1-Button Mode

The 8-bit Adventures Podcast

The 8bA Podcast brings you this week’s latest and greatest gaming news.

NEWS ITEMS

Grand Theft Auto VI. GameInformer reports that Grand Theft Auto VI has been delayed to May 26, 2026. The game was previously slated for a 2025 release.

Dungeons & Dragons. Wizards of the Coast released SRD 5.2.1, fixing some minor text errors and adding 15 magic items that weren’t previously included (largely items inspired by the D&D animated TV series).

Microsoft. GameInformer reports that Xbox console, game, and accessory prices are increasing. Some first-party titles will now cost $80, consoles are going up by $80-130, and accessories range from $65 (core wireless controller/stereo headset) to $200 (elite wireless controller series 2, full).

PlayStation. Sony announced that Ark: Survival Ascended, Balatro, and Warhammer 40k: Boltgun will be available to PlayStation Plus members starting May 6th.

Polygon. Ars Technica reports that Vox Media has sold the gaming news outlet to Valnet and laid off most, if not all, of its workforce. The layoffs came with no notice.

World of Warcraft. IGN reports that in an interview between Team Liquid’s raid leader Maximum, Dratnos, and game director Ian Hazzikostas, patch 11.1.7 will introduce Rotation Assist. When turned on, the feature will highlight the next recommended ability based on your class, spec, and combat situation. Additionally, it will also feature a “one-button mode.”

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