Every few weeks, Microsoft updates its Xbox Game Pass library with a dozen new games or so. While they have not yet announced the official list of upcoming titles, a new leak has now detailed Xbox Game Pass’ upcoming lineup. While they have yet to release an official list, Microsoft’s …
Read More »Activision Blizzard will still release some multiplatform games
Today saw some behemoth-level news drop in the form of Microsoft announcing that it will be acquiring Activision Blizzard for a staggering amount nearing $70 Billion. Even so, it would seem the publisher’s games are too lucrative on other platforms, and so with at least some franchises, they will continue …
Read More »Xbox Game Pass hits new major milestone
Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass subscription service has been seeing impressive and consistent stable growth. Since its launch back in 2017, the service has gone from strength to strength, adding a plethora of major titles and announcing many partnerships for the service. This has seemingly all paid off, as Game Pass …
Read More »You can now purchase a PS5 directly from Sony in the UK
Throughout the history of the video games industry, console manufacturers have always aligned themselves with retail shops to sell their respective consoles. As e-commerce becomes the norm, and game stores become redundant, Sony is beginning to set up its own online store where you can buy PS5 consoles – and …
Read More »Microsoft buys Activision Blizzard for almost $70 Billion
Microsoft has been the force behind many industry-shaking moments: from the original announcement of Xbox Game Pass to the reveal that they had bought Zenimax Media (i.e. Bethesda). Even so, the recent announcement made by Microsoft may be the biggest piece of industry news ever.
Read More »Sony may be reviving a dead PlayStation studio
Throughout its many decades in the industry, Sony has both created and shut down a number of first-party PlayStation studios – as have all console manufacturers. It seems the PlayStation creator still holds some reverence for these studios, as it may be bringing one of them back, in one form …
Read More »GTA V’s next-gen release may be delayed once again
Since the release of Red Dead Redemption 2 in 2018, it seems that Rockstar Games has been struggling to find its mojo once again. Amongst rumours of GTA VI’s development issues, the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S release of the now two-gen old GTA V is reportedly also facing problems. …
Read More »New evidence adds fuel to PS3 backwards compatibility rumours
While the Xbox series X|S are capable of playing games from every single generation of Xbox systems, the PS5 can only go as far back as the PS4. This could change soon however, as a new discovery lends credence to the rumour that full BC is coming to the PS5. …
Read More »Wii U emulator CEMU is going open-source in 2022
When it comes to backwards compatibility and emulation, Nintendo is in many ways lagging behind the curve – whether intentionally or not. Fortunately, dedicated fans are keeping even failed systems such as the Wii U alive through emulation. The team behind the biggest – CEMU – has now announced its …
Read More »Halo: Infinite will fix its overpriced in-game store
Halo: Infinite’s multiplayer mode has had players on a roller coaster of emotions, as 343 Industries managed to make one of the best Halo games in years, but also one of the most frustrating. One of the biggest issues with Infinite - it's in-game storefront - will be fixed next week...
Read More »Metroid Prime HD release window leaks
While many Metroid fans continue to wait for the long-anticipated Metroid Prime 4, others simply want a way to play the previous games using modern systems. At least when it comes to the first game, Nintendo fans may soon get their wish, as the leaked Metroid Prime HD is said …
Read More »A bespoke next-gen version of Apex Legends may be on its way
While backwards compatibility has ensured a smooth transition between console generations, with PS5 and Xbox Series X|S being able to play many older titles with new-gen improvements, nothing can replace a bespoke version crafted for these new systems. In the case of Apex Legends, it’s looking as though those with …
Read More »Onexplayer’s Mini portable console is the latest Steam Deck rival
One Netbook already showcased a Steam Deck rival in May 2021, but the company has already followed that up with a new and improved model. Named Onexplayer Mini, the company's new console is powered by the Intel Core i7-1195G7, offering a minor upgrade over the original console in terms of …
Read More »Microsoft discontinued Xbox One consoles in late 2020 but no one knew
While Sony has reportedly delayed discontinuing the PlayStation 4 to compensate for the lack of PlayStation 5 consoles, it turns out that Microsoft discontinued its previous-gen consoles in late 2020, soon after the Series X|S launch. That's according to The Verge, who had a word with Cindy Walker, senior director …
Read More »Persona 6 might be a PS5 exclusive
The Persona franchise has had a long and storied history with PlayStation, aligning and associating themselves with the console manufacturer when it comes to major mainline releases. Such was the case with Persona 5 (although it did release across two generations of systems). This will reportedly not be the case …
Read More »‘Persona on Switch’ is finally happening
Persona is one of the highest rated JRPG franchises of all time, seeing global fanfare and abundant excitement anytime a mainline game is announced. Thanks to its structure, Persona games are perfect for pickup and play sessions, and so it is exciting to see that Persona fans may soon find …
Read More »Twisted Metal’s new development studio revealed
Recently we reported that Lucid Games, the studio behind 2021s neutrally-received Destruction All-Stars, would no longer be working on the upcoming Twisted Metal reboot game. Previously, all we knew of the new studio was that it was a first-party dev team. However, we now know exactly who. In a report …
Read More »Sony’s PS Plus reinvention may be happening soon
We previously reported that Sony was planning on revamping its PlayStation plus subscription service in order to be more competitive with Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass. It seems the announcement of this newly created service may in fact be coming quite soon. In a report by VentureBeat, UK video game retailers …
Read More »Sony reportedly originally planned to discontinue the PS4 in 2021
As the PS5 enters its second year on the market, the much desired console is just as difficult to obtain as it's ever been. While Sony is still unable to meet demand for the current-gen system, they are reportedly compensating for the lack of PS5s by extending the previous-gen system's …
Read More »S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 delayed by 7 months.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chernobyl is the much anticipated and long-awaited sequel to the first person shooter franchise, set to release as an Xbox series X|S console exclusive this April. Unfortunately the game has seen a major delay pushing it back to the end of 2022. In a post on …
Read More »Kirby and the Forgotten Land is coming sooner than you think
Many fans were pleasantly surprised when Kirby and the Forgotten Land was first announced back in September 2021. Unlike a large majority of the pink Hero's outings, this latest entry is looking to be a wholly new adventure. The best part is, it's coming out sooner than you think. Making …
Read More »Three of the best Assassin’s Creed games are coming to Switch
While the Nintendo Switch is an excellent handheld-console hybrid in its own right, releasing alongside dedicated home systems has made for a wide disparity in fidelity. Fortunately, many developers have compensated for this through the re-release of older games onto the Switch. Soon, Switch owners will be able to play …
Read More »The Series X|S is the fastest-selling Xbox generation of all time
Gaming is bigger than it's ever been, both in terms of mindshare as well as profits. Whether in consequence, or due in part to, Microsoft is feeling the positive effects of the current gaming boom, with Phil Spencer revealing that the Series X|S is the fastest selling Xbox console family …
Read More »Destruction All-Star devs reportedly no longer working on Twisted Metal
As part of a multi-media franchise revival, Sony has been pushing to see the return of the classic PlayStation destruction derby series Twisted Metal. Previously, we reported that the title was being developed by Lucid Games – however this is seemingly no longer the case. According to VGC, Lucid Games …
Read More »Horizon Forbidden West will be improving everything wrong with the first game
Horizon Zero Dawn became an instant hit when it launched in 2017, selling 10s of millions of copies and solidifying Aloy as a lifelong PlayStation mascot. Even so, the game was not perfect, and featured some noticeable issues. Thankfully, the upcoming Forbidden West sequel is looking to fix all of …
Read More »AyaNeo Next to ship with Ryzen 7 5800U or 5825U
AyaNeo recently announced that its Next console would ship with a Ryzen 7 5800U, but things are already changing now that AMD has announced the Ryzen 7 5825U. The AyaNeo Next Advance will remain with the Ryzen 7 5800U, but the standard and Pro variants will now come with AMD's …
Read More »More Microsoft characters are coming to Fortnite (including DOOM Slayer)
At the rate that Fortnite is continuing to add new characters to its ever-increasing roster of IPs, many would think that the Battle Royale game would soon run out of new characters. It seems that is not the case, as 2022 is set to bring with it many Xbox and …
Read More »Fall Guys looks to be getting a native next-gen port
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout was one of the biggest surprise hits of the year when it launched back in 2020. While it may no longer be the talk of the town, the game continues to see a healthy and active user base. PS5 players may soon be seeing major improvements …
Read More »PS Plus subscribers received almost $1500 worth of games in 2021
Each month, PlayStation Plus subscribers are given a number of games for free. With 2021 coming to an end, we now know the total value of all of the games given away during the year – and it is much more than the $60 price tag for an annual subscription. …
Read More »God of War Ragnarok’s release window has leaked
With the unpredictability of video game development, Sony have made it a point to not share release dates for games generally until the title is near completion. Such is the case with God of War Ragnarok which – aside from a delay from 2021 to 2022 – has seen little …
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