Let it Die was an interesting but ultimately failed experiment to create a free-to-play Souls-like all the way back in 2016 exclusively for PlayStation. In 2022 we saw the surprise release of its pseudo-sequel, with the battle royale game ‘Deathverse: Let it Die’. Unfortunately, it too has not been performing …
Read More »Sonic Frontiers gets surprise Switch demo
Sonic Frontiers released late last year to great fanfare from long-time supporters of the series. What’s more, the general audience seemed to agree with the sentiment, with the open-zone game being one of the most well-received titles in years. If you have yet to be sold on the game, SEGA …
Read More »Naughty Dog teases The Last of Us Factions with new concept art
While it was initially a shame to hear that The Last of Us Part II was not going to launch with a Factions multiplayer mode, this quickly dissipated when it was revealed that a standalone dedicated Factions game was in the works. While we have yet to see any concrete …
Read More »Gran Turismo 7 to get free PSVR2 update at launch
Gran Turismo 7 is an impressive PlayStation console exclusive for a number of reasons. Not only is the game rich with content, but it is also a tech showpiece, taking advantage of all the various PS5 hardware and software features. In an exciting announcement, it has been revealed that come …
Read More »The Last of Us series surpasses 37 million copies sold
First released in 2013, The Last of Us has become one of PlayStation’s biggest IPs, with its relatively humble beginnings later spawning a sequel and a remake – with much more on the way. Ahead of the franchise’s 10th anniversary, the team at Naughty Dog have announced that the series …
Read More »PlayStation 5 officially surpasses 30 million consoles sold
The PlayStation 5 has been a hot ticket item ever since it was first released in late 2020, with great demand and supply shortages leading to a highly popular console which few could buy. That said, two years into the console’s lifecycle, the PlayStation 5 has officially sold over 30 …
Read More »Sony announces highly-customisable accessibility-focused PlayStation controller
Back in 2018 Microsoft announced and released its Xbox Adaptive Controller: An accessibility-focused piece of hardware which allowed for many different people with all manner of varying disabilities to play video games thanks to its intelligent design and customisability. Now, Sony has finally announced their own accessibility-focused controller – Project …
Read More »Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will reportedly be the last major Switch title
The Nintendo Switch launched in 2017 alongside the much anticipated The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Following its massive success, a sequel was announced – Tears of the Kingdom. With the sequel releasing 6 years after BOTW, new rumours are claiming that the upcoming title will be the …
Read More »Xbox exclusive ‘Fable’ completely restarts development, claims rumour
For the past many years, Microsoft has been somewhat known as the company which announces many games, yet somehow they seemingly are unable to get these titles past the finish line. Following developmental issues with Perfect Dark, Everwild and more, it appears as though the much-anticipated Fable has been completely …
Read More »Until Dawn Studio’s PSVR2 title will feature enemies which respond to you blinking
Sony’s PlayStation VR2 headset is set for release in a few short months, and while the hardware’s £529.99 price tag might be hard to swallow, it is with good reason as the headset features many advanced technologies including eye tracking. We now know one of the ways this tech will …
Read More »Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Special Edition Switch seemingly leaked
Unlike previous generations, Nintendo has remained somewhat conservative when it comes to releasing special edition versions of the Nintendo Switch. That being said, it seems a bespoke version of the handheld is planned for release alongside the upcoming Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, with images of the device …
Read More »Sony confirms it is researching wireless VR
In just two short months, Sony’s next-generation PlayStation VR2 headset will be released, improving upon the first iteration in literally every way possible. Even so, the headset will still need to be wired to the PlayStation in order to work (though admittedly with only one cable). In discussing this, Sony …
Read More »Steam Deck surpasses 7000 Verified/Playable titles
After a slow start due to supply issues and high demand, the Steam Deck has been hitting its stride on all fronts. 10 months after the first batch of Steam Decks were released to the wild, Valve’s popular portable handheld system now supports more than 7000 titles. As reported by …
Read More »Xbox Games with Gold starts the year off with a fizzle
Ever since Microsoft chose to focus on growing its Xbox Game Pass subscription service, the quality of games being offered as part of the console manufacturer’s Games with Gold program has seen quite a decline. January’s free games have now been announced – proving that the service will not be …
Read More »Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is free on PlayStation Plus in January
Each month, those subscribed to Sony’s PlayStation Plus Essential service are privy to receiving a number of games for ‘free’. Following a leaked line-up, Sony has now officially announced January’s PS Plus Essential titles. Making the announcement on the PlayStation Blog, Adam Michel, the Director for Content Acquisition & Operations …
Read More »Naughty Dog’s next game will be “structured more like a TV show”
Naughty Dog have consistently pushed the video game medium forward by borrowing many aspects from other forms of media and expertly weaving it into a video game format. According to co-president Neil Druckmann, the team’s next game will take this notion even further, being “structured more like a TV show.” …
Read More »Final Fantasy XVI won’t have any loading
One of the biggest console exclusive games set to release in 2023 is the upcoming Final Fantasy XVI. Developed exclusively for the PlayStation 5 (at least for now), the game’s producer has discussed some of the benefits afforded to the team thanks to being on PS5 – including the fact …
Read More »Leading PS3 emulator hits new massive milestone
Just over one year ago in October 2021 we reported that the leading PlayStation 3 emulator, RPCS3, had hit an impressive technological milestone: with every single PS3 game now at least loadable to some degree. One year later and the team have hit their next major goal – with 100% …
Read More »January’s PlayStation Plus titles have leaked
As with nearly every month now, the line-up of free PlayStation Plus titles for January 2023 have leaked ahead of time, revealing that Sony will be kicking off the year with two free PlayStation 5 games – including the rather timely Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. As reported by known …
Read More »PlayStation Head reportedly dismisses Xbox Game Pass as competition
A few years ago Microsoft decided to change the way they operated the Xbox ecosystem, opting to focus on its Game Pass subscription service. According to Microsoft themselves, this move was successful, with the service now officially boasting over 25 million monthly subscribers. Despite this, leaks are claiming that Sony …
Read More »Gran Turismo 7 creator claims studio is not working on a PC port
Sony has been slowly but surely bringing its portfolio of PlayStation games to PC, with The Last of Us Part I and Returnal previously announced to be coming in 2023. Though leaks have in the past claimed otherwise, Gran Turismo 7’s Director has explicitly stated that no PC version is …
Read More »Multiple Lara Croft games are coming to Nintendo Switch in 2023
The Lara Croft Tomb Raider series has had multiple identities over the franchise’s decades long history, with Croft tackling a whole host of genres – including co-op isometric shooters. Originally announced back in 2021 to be coming to Nintendo Switch this year, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light (2010) …
Read More »God of War Ragnarök will get a New Game Plus mode in Spring 2023
One of the best ways to entice players to re-experience your titles is to add a New Game Plus mode, allowing them to play through the story while keeping all the character progress from the initial playthrough. As with 2018’s God of War, Sony Santa Monica has confirmed that Ragnarok …
Read More »The Gran Turismo franchise has sold over 90 million copies
23rd of December 2022 marks the 25th anniversary of Gran Turismo, Sony’s premiere racing franchise – pushing PlayStation hardware time and time again with impressive graphics, smooth gameplay and a unique charm. 25 years on from the release of the first Gran Turismo, the series is now celebrating over 90 …
Read More »Indie classic Risk of Rain gets comprehensive remake
It is quite common for popular AAA video games to receive remasters at some point down the line, brushing up on gameplay and graphics to make for a modern-feeling package. It is much less common however for 2D pixel-art games to get remastered – but this is exactly what is …
Read More »Sifu is finally coming to Steam and Xbox in March 2023
Over the past few years, many PC titles large and small have released exclusively on the Epic Games Store, with Steam users needing to remain patient and wait for these contracts to end before picking it up on their preferred platform of choice. One such game locked behind the Epic …
Read More »Multiple sources suggest an Xbox showcase is happening in Early 2023
Microsoft has been pretty silent this year. While Game Pass has continued to add quality titles on a monthly basis, the console manufacturer did little to show its face at 2022’s many gaming conferences and showcases. That being said, Microsoft may be set to start 2023 with a bang, as …
Read More »Souls-like Mortal Shell surprise drops onto the Switch
Mortal Shell is one of the better known Souls-like titles. The action-RPG which “tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world” released back in August 2020 to a warm reception from fans of the genre. Since then, the game has been improved with next-gen support and an expansion. Now, …
Read More »Microsoft might bring ads to Xbox Game Pass through cheaper tier
Many have claimed that Xbox Game Pass is the best deal in gaming (including the company itself), and while that may be the case, for some, coughing up £10.99 every month is too much. For those, Microsoft may be set to introduce a new cheaper ad-supported tier, thanks to a …
Read More »New job listings confirm Guerilla Games is working on a multiplayer Horizon title
It has long been rumoured that Guerilla Games is working on a multiplayer game set in the Horizon universe. Thanks to a number of new job listings, this fact has officially been confirmed, with multiple positions explicitly stating that the team is working on a co-op multiplayer Horizon title. Making …
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