Publication of "I-Gaming" of 07th Janvier 2026 by LODJ

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South Park in Fortnite? Storm Mechanics Might Flip

Rédigé par La Rédaction le Mercredi 7 Janvier 2026

The I-Gaming of 07th Janvier 2026 by Lodj offer a comprehensive update on several major developments within the video game industry as of early 2025. One primary focus is a rumored crossover event between Fortnite and South Park, which may introduce innovative mechanics capable of altering the game's iconic Storm Circle. Additionally, the text reports on the departure of Toshiyuki Itahana from Square Enix, reflecting on his three-decade legacy of emotional character design in the Final Fantasy series. Other highlights include ARC Raiders implementing a matchmaking system based on player behavior and Ubisoft facing a challenging period of corporate difficulty. Collectively, these articles track the evolving landscape of gaming culture, from technical design shifts to the increasing importance of high-profile multimedia collaborations.

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Summary of I-Gaming N°9 of January 2026 :

Publication of "I-Gaming" of 07th Janvier 2026 by LODJ

🟩 ÉDITO
South Park in Fortnite? Storm Mechanics Might Flip

🟧 NEWS
Final Fantasy IX Character Designer Toshiyuki Itahana Leaves Square Enix
ARC Raiders Will Match Players by Playstyle, Embark CEO Confirms
Fortnite’s 2026 Trello Roadmap Is Live
Final Fantasy XIV: Yoshi-P teases more customization
Ubisoft’s nightmare week isn’t over yet
Pokémon and Build-a-Bear Add Ponyta to Their Plush Line, Sleeper Included

Debate of the columnists of Web Radio R212 on the content of this weekly of the week through these questions:

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1. How is the rumored South Park mythic item in Fortnite expected to fundamentally change the rules of a match?
2. Which veteran character designer recently left Square Enix after 30 years, and what was his design philosophy regarding character readability and emotion?
3. Besides skill-based sorting, what specific factor did Embark Studios CEO Patrick Söderlund confirm is used to place players into ARC Raiders lobbies?
4. What is the name of Fortnite’s Chapter 7 Season 1, and what foundational elements of the match flow did it reportedly modify?
5. What "non-combat" feature in Final Fantasy XIV is being considered for future updates to further support the game's social and creative culture?
6. Following a late-December security incident, what is the specific duration of the bans currently being reported by the Rainbow Six Siege community?
7. How does the "Game of the Week," DuneCrawl, describe its primary transportation and combat mechanic?
8. What is the latest addition to the Pokémon and Build-a-Bear collaboration, and what specific accessory is included in the purchase?

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