EA’s quite ethical ‘surprise mechanics’ are the topic of discussion (we don’t say loot boxes around here), as is Apex’s mysterious new flyers and George R.R. Martin (and Miyazaki’s) Elden Ring.

Randy Pitchford continues to steal the news spotlight at the Borderlands 3 reveal, loot boxes are coming to the US Senate, and we get some footage of the Final Fantasy 7 remake!