Keith Mitchell - All of Me In One Place!

Editor in Chief of gaming and entertainment website, The Outerhaven. Self-learned IT professional, a lover of video games and technology, and yes, I'm a black journalist that is determined to carve his own space in this gaming industry.

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bibo Is the Most Unexpectedly Charming Robot I Saw at CES 2026 | The Outerhaven

The first thing that struck me when I saw bibo at CES 2026 was how immediately inviting it felt. With its oversized eyes, soft proportions, and expressive movements, it oddly reminded me of the Gremlins, or the wildly popular Labubu plush toy that has taken the world by storm. It is the kind of design that draws you in before you even start asking what it actually does. Trust me, it worked on me too. Developed by Hangzhou-based Leim Technology, which had a booth stuck in the back of the South Ha...
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CES 2026: Hands-On With the 8BitDo FlipPad | The Outerhaven

Ahead of CES 2026, 8BitDo revealed the FlipPad controller, a compact mobile controller that attaches to an iOS or Android phone via USB-C. During CES 2026, I made my way over to the 8BitDo booth and managed to get some hands-on time with this innovative take on the mobile controller attachment. Unlike clamp-style mobile controllers that focus on widescreen gaming, the 8BitDo FlipPad takes a vertical, Gameboy-inspired approach aimed squarely at retro and emulation fans. As you would expect, atta...
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Code Vein II Hands-On Preview After Three Hours With the Anime Souls Sequel | The Outerhaven

Back in December 2025, I was invited by Bandai Namco to go hands-on with Code Vein II, the follow-up to Code Vein, or as everyone calls it, Anime Souls. Yes, I traveled nearly 3,000 miles to play three hours of a preview build of Code Vein II, and it was absolutely worth it, even though I could hear the voice of my late mother in my ear asking if I was crazy. That said, what I got to play was a very small slice of the game and, unfortunately, was restricted to the dungeons, so I was not able to...
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PC Gaming’s Rising Costs Are Becoming Impossible to Ignore | The Outerhaven

If there is one issue that plagued PC gaming throughout 2025 and is already spilling into 2026, it’s the rising cost of entry and upgrading. Newcomers face an increasingly expensive path into the platform, while long-time players are being asked to pay far more than ever just to keep their existing PCs relevant. Now, I know I’ve been harping about this for a while now, but I’m trying to get you to understand just how bad things have gotten. We have sadly seen the price of PC hardware continue to...
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8Bitdo FlipPad Debuts at CES 2026 as a Game Boy-Style Mobile Controller | The Outerhaven

8Bitdo is set to introduce a brand-new controller for the mobile gaming market with its 8Bitdo FlipPad, which is set to debut at CES 2026, and it takes a very different approach from what we have seen before. While 8Bitdo has produced mobile controllers in the past, those typically followed a familiar design where a phone sits between two grips, mimicking a traditional controller layout. The FlipPad moves away from that convention entirely. Instead, users can slot in either an Apple iPhone or an...
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2026 Has Just Started and GameStop Has Announced it is Closing Stores | The Outerhaven

With only a few days into the new year, we are already getting our first bit of bad news. GameStop, a business I have zero love for, has announced that it will be closing a number of its stores. I first heard about this through ResetEra, but as you know, I prefer to confirm things like this myself. So, I took a drive to several GameStop locations within a 30-mile radius, and sure enough, I was told that one of them is indeed closing. For those who frequent a GameStop, you may receive an email fr...
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Upcoming Beat ’Em Ups in 2026 Worth Keeping an Eye On | The Outerhaven

So, here we are. The year 2026, and if you’re a fan of Beat ’em ups like I am, you were likely spoiled by all the games that dropped in 2025, with Absolum, and Marvel Cosmic Invasion, just to name a few. And now you’re probably wondering if the Beat ’em up genre is out of gas and will need some time to recover. Well, I’m happy to let you know that no, that’s not the case, and there are plenty of games on the way where you’ll be able to happily punch someone in the face. Let’s get to them! At Ga...
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The Most Anticipated Games of 2026 as Gaming Heads Into a New Year | The Outerhaven

As 2025 comes to a close, all eyes are turning toward 2026 and what could be the next standout year for video games. After a massive 2025 that delivered critically acclaimed releases across AAA, AA, and indie studios, expectations for the Most Anticipated Games of 2026 are higher than they have been in years. Developers are finally moving beyond the limitations of pandemic-era production, with full teams and longer development cycles shaping the next wave of releases. The result is a 2026 lineup...
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Why Epic Online Services Is Affecting Elden Ring Nightreign’s Online Play | The Outerhaven

It’s Christmas Day 2025. You find a physical copy or a digital code for Elden Ring Nightreign under the tree. You install it, jump in, and everything seems fine at first. Then something feels off. Suddenly, either you or your teammates get kicked from the online service, and no one can reconnect. Before long, error messages referencing Epic Online Services start popping up. That only adds to the confusion. The game is not available on the Epic Games Store, so why is Epic involved at all? For ma...
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The Outerhaven’s Top 10 Games of 2025 – Our Favorite Games of the Year | The Outerhaven

2025 delivered one of the strongest years for gaming in recent memory, with standout releases across every genre and platform. The Outerhaven’s Top 10 Games of 2025 is a curated and ranked list spotlighting the titles that made the biggest impact on our team, from blockbuster releases to unforgettable indie surprises. This ranking was compiled using ballots submitted by contributors across The Outerhaven, with each game earning points based on placement. Review scores and honorable mentions were...
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Neverness to Everness Opens Co-Ex Beta Signups Ahead of Early 2026 Beta Test | The Outerhaven

Neverness to Everness (NTE) is returning for another round of beta testing in early 2026, with the prior beta test being a massive success back during July 2025. So Perfect World Games and Hotta Studio are giving it another go with the upcoming Co-Ex Test. Registrations are now live via the game’s official website and will remain open until January 24, 2026. So, what exactly is the Co-Ex Test? Well, other than a weird way of saying a beta test, this time around players will be able to play with...
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Cronos: The New Dawn Is Getting an Easy Mode in Early 2026 | The Outerhaven

While I am a massive fan of Cronos: The New Dawn, I’ve always understood why some players struggled to stick with it. The game’s relentless difficulty heightens its horror, but for players who wanted to focus on the story and atmosphere, that same challenge often became more frustrating than engaging. Now, Bloober Team has acknowledged this and has announced it is working on a new game mode for the game. Slated for early 2026, the developer will introduce Temporal Diver Mode, an optional Easy Mo...
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NiGHTS Joins Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds This Week | The Outerhaven

SEGA has announced a brand-new free content drop for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, and it is a crossover longtime fans are going to appreciate. Beginning Wednesday, December 24 at 4:00 PM PT / 7 PM ET, players will be able to hit the track as NiGHTS, the iconic Nightmaren from NiGHTS into Dreams. The NiGHTS Content Drop is completely free and available to all players who own either the Standard Edition, physical or digital, or the Digital Deluxe Edition of the game. Once the update goes live, the...
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Lenovo Legion Go 2 With SteamOS Reportedly Set for CES 2026 Reveal | The Outerhaven

A new leak suggests Lenovo may debut a SteamOS-powered Legion Go 2 at CES 2026, ditching Windows 11 while keeping the same high-end hardware. If true, it could mean better performance, fewer headaches, and a cheaper price for handheld PC gamers. Outside of the operating system, nothing else is expected to change. The device would still feature the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme, 32GB of RAM, and either 1TB or 2TB of storage. So why make the switch? Anyone following the handheld PC gaming space knows the a...
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Absolum 1.1 Update Adds Mystic Ordeals, Corrupted Regions, Elite Mounts, and More | The Outerhaven

Not too long ago, I reported that Dotemu, Guard Crush Games, and Supamonks had confirmed there were plans for more content coming to their original beat ’em up adventure, Absolum. I was completely blown away by the game, and even after sinking dozens of hours into it, I wanted more. Thankfully, Dotemu was already thinking ahead. Now, Dotemu has officially revealed what’s coming with the Absolum 1.1 – Threads of Fate update, is set to arrive in early 2026. And judging by what’s been shown, this u...
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon Demos Are Now Available Worldwide | The Outerhaven

NIS America has officially announced that demos for The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon are now available worldwide, giving fans of the series their first hands-on look at the next chapter in the long-running Trails series. With these demos, players can choose between two distinct demo experiences across multiple platforms. A Story Demo, which introduces the game’s narrative through its Prologue, is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5...
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Code Vein II PC Requirements Revealed, and They’re Surprisingly Reasonable for 2026 | The Outerhaven

With Code Vein II, Bandai Namco’s upcoming action RPG being released in a little more than a month away, the publisher has finally revealed the official PC requirements. And honestly, the timing couldn’t be better. With CPU, GPU, and RAM prices climbing again, anyone even considering a last-minute upgrade needs to know exactly what kind of hardware this game is going to demand. Thankfully, the answer is not much more than most players already have. Despite being a full sequel, Code Vein II avoid...
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Fight Elden Ring Nightreign’s Balancers Night Lord Without Playing The Great Hollow | The Outerhaven

With the release of Elden Ring Nightreign’s first DLC, The Forsaken Hollows, players were introduced to a brand-new Shifting Earth, The Great Hollow, that, frankly, isn’t one of my favorites. Sure, it’s packed with field bosses and offers a lot of variety, but it’s also a tad confusing to navigate. However, by default, selecting the Balancer Nightlord will automatically take you to the new Great Hollow location. But did you know you can still fight the Balancers and skip that map entirely? Just...
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My Hero Academia Armored All Might Joins the S.H.Figuarts Lineup | The Outerhaven

Fans of My Hero Academia have a new reason to go Plus Ultra. Bandai has officially revealed Armored All Might as the latest addition to its highly regarded S.H.Figuarts figure line, and it is shaping up to be one of the most impressive releases yet. With My Hero Academia Season 8 at a close, this figure feels like a perfect way to celebrate just how incredible the journey has been. And between me and you, I absolutely love the way Armored All Might looks. Based on All Might’s climactic appearanc...
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The State of PC Gaming in 2025: What Worked, What Didn’t, and Why It Still Matters | The Outerhaven

Every year, I take a step back and look at the state of PC gaming. The highs, the lows, and the frustrations that come with it. As 2025 comes to a close, PC gaming feels more conflicted than ever. It delivered some incredible highs this year, but also introduced problems that have dulled one of my favorite pastimes. What makes that especially personal for me is that PC gaming is where I started. Long before modern hardware, I spent hours on my uncle’s Commodore 64 and later on my family’s first...
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