Final Fantasy 16 officially launched for PS5 last month, getting off to a quick start with over 3.5 million PS5 copies sold. Now, Square Enix begins work on the PC version of the game, but alongside that, the developers are also exploring ideas for DLC. In an interview with the …
Read More »Blizzard head squashes Diablo 4 Game Pass rumours
With the tides turning and Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard looking more likely, a lot of people are eager to learn when they might expect the publisher's games to hit Game Pass. We already know that Call of Duty is unlikely to arrive until 2025, as Activision and Sony still …
Read More »Assassin’s Creed Red on track for 2024
For years, Assassin's Creed fans have been asking for a game set in Japan. Ubisoft is set to deliver exactly that with its upcoming project, codenamed Assassin's Creed Red. According to a developer working on the project, Assassin's Creed Red is planned to arrive in 2024. While Ubisoft hasn't officially …
Read More »AMD has outlined its own PC requirements for Starfield targeting 1080p, 1440p and 4K
AMD has been putting Starfield in headlines in recent weeks, after being announced as the game's ‘official PC partner' and unveiling a new game bundle, giving free copies of Bethesda's new RPG to those buying Ryzen processors and Radeon graphics cards. Now, AMD's recommended PC system requirements for the game …
Read More »Microsoft and Activision Blizzard could merge as early as next week
This week, a US court officially made its decision on Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard, denying the FTC's request to block the merger. This leaves the UK's CMA as the final hurdle against the deal closing and within an hour of the US court decision going public, Microsoft and the CMA announced a plan to pause their appeal battle to renegotiate. At the rate things are going, Microsoft could officially own Activision Blizzard as soon as next week.
Read More »Limited Run Games Showcase announced for later today
Limited Run Games is a publisher dedicated to releasing physical versions of indie games as well as re-releases of old classics. Later today the publisher will go live with its annual Limited Run Games Showcase, featuring over 20 announcements. Taking to their blog, the team at Limited Run Games said …
Read More »Halo Infinite gets new 8v8 Squad mode
While the game may not have been the rebirth that some had hoped, Halo Infinite has continued to slowly but surely improve over the years thanks to the continued efforts of 343 Industries. The latest update to Halo Infinite introduces new maps, modes and an 8v8 Squad Battle playlist. Making …
Read More »Naughty Dog Co-President retires after 25 years
As a studio, Naughty Dog is home to many developers who have stayed loyal to the company for years – or decades even – witnessing and contributing to its momentous growth over the generations. One such developer is Naughty Dog Co-President Evan Wells, who after 25 years at the studio, …
Read More »Exoprimal to get Monster Hunter crossover
Back during Summer Game Fest, Capcom announced that the upcoming co-op dinosaur shooter Exoprimal would be getting a number of crossovers with other Capcom franchises starting with Street Fighter 6. Now, the publisher has unveiled the game’s second crossover: a collab with Monster Hunter. Ahead of the game’s release on …
Read More »Microsoft and CMA pause appeal battle to negotiate on Activision Blizzard deal
Earlier this afternoon, a US judge blocked the FTC's request for an injunction to stop Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. With this loss, the only regulator standing to stop the deal from closing immediately is the UK's CMA. Within an hour of the US court decision coming down, Microsoft has …
Read More »US Judge rejects FTC’s injunction request against Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard deal
The FTC's case against Microsoft's Activision Blizzard acquisition finally entered federal court in recent weeks. While the UK's CMA wanted to block the deal on cloud gaming concerns, the FTC's case primarily focused on the deal's impact on Sony and the PlayStation business. Now, the judge has rejected the FTC's …
Read More »Respawn appears to be working on a third Star Wars Jedi game
While Star Wars Jedi: Survivor didn't end on a big cliffhanger, there is plenty of room for a sequel. It would seem that Respawn is already working on that, with job listings hinting at a third Star Wars Jedi game. As shared on Reddit and Insider Gaming, Respawn has an …
Read More »AMD officially announces Starfield Game Bundle
As leaked earlier this week, today AMD is officially announcing its Ryzen and Radeon Starfield bundle. Those purchasing a Ryzen 7000 series processor, or a Radeon RX 7000 or RX 6000 series graphics card will get to claim a free copy of Bethesda's new RPG, with some products including the …
Read More »Twisted Metal Show gets first official trailer
All the way back in Spring of 2019 it was announced that a live-action show based on the PlayStation franchise Twisted Metal was in production. Following the release of a brief clip last month, we have now gotten our first proper look at Peacock’s Twisted Metal. Available to stream from …
Read More »Job listing hints at Day-1 PC release for upcoming first-party PlayStation title
Late last year Sony’s London Studio announced that they are working on a currently untitled online co-op game set in a fantasy version of London. Little else has been shared officially otherwise – that said a new job listing has revealed PlayStation’s launch plans for the upcoming live-service game. As …
Read More »Homelander, Starlight and more coming to Call of Duty
Last month Call of Duty teased that the first-person shooter franchise would be crossing over with the popular adult superhero show The Boys. Now, the full extent of the collab has been announced, with 3 of Vought’s super ‘heroes’ set to come to Call of Duty. Making the announcement on …
Read More »The Final Fantasy franchise has sold over 180 million units
Final Fantasy is one of the most iconic franchises in gaming, with its roots stretching all the way back to 1987. 35 years later and the series is going stronger than ever. Following the recent release of FFXVI, Square Enix has revealed that the franchise has sold over 180 million …
Read More »You can get an Xbox Series S for just £150 today
The Xbox Series S was already a good deal, offering a low £250 entry point to the new generation of consoles. Today during Amazon Prime Day, the console can be had at its cheapest price yet, just £150. If you are quick, you can get an Xbox Series S from …
Read More »Denuvo wants to set up independent benchmark program to disprove performance impact
For years, many PC gamers have believed that Denuvo DRM negatively impacts performance for games. There have been attempts over the years to dispute this but public opinion has remained undeterred. Now, Denuvo parent company, Irdeto, wants to settle the matter by setting up an independent benchmarking program. Some benchmark …
Read More »EA announces Cliffhanger Games studio, first project is a Black Panther game
Last year, it was reported that a former Monolith Productions lead had joined EA to start a new studio, with its first project to be a new Black Panther game. Today, EA has confirmed exactly that, announcing its new studio, Cliffhanger Games. Cliffhanger Games is led by Kevin Stephens, former VP …
Read More »EA Sports announces UFC 5, more details coming in September
EA has officially confirmed that UFC 5 is currently in development, with a full reveal scheduled for September. While no specific platforms have been confirmed, we suspect that EA Sports UFC 5 will be released for PC and current-gen consoles. Like many other games, the next UFC game will probably …
Read More »Diablo IV Season 1 breakdown and tips to get a head start
Blizzard has finally announced its plans for Diablo 4's first season. ARPG seasons work a little differently to seasonal content in other games, so if you're a first-timer, or have just never engaged in an ARPG season before, there are some important points you need to be aware of. Here, …
Read More »Capcom “want to take care in how we develop” Mega Man
Despite being one of their most popular IPs, Capcom has in recent years done very little with Mega Man. Following the success of the recent Battle Network Legacy Collection, Capcom has spoken on the prospect of more original Mega Man games in the future. During their most recent shareholders meeting, …
Read More »Square Enix wants to strengthen their internal game development
In the past few years we have seen Square Enix go through a rather significant shake-up, selling off a bunch of its Western developers and IPs alongside streamlining its internal company structure. This has led to the release of AAA experiences such as Final Fantasy XVI and FFVII Remake. In …
Read More »Street Fighter VI sells 2 million copies in one month
In the lead up to Street Fighter VI, both Capcom and fans alike seemed confident in the fact that this latest fighting title would be a big deal, with the publisher hoping to sell 10 million copies when all is said and done. One month on from the game’s release …
Read More »Saints Row gets massive Sunshine Springs update
One of the most disappointing games of 2022 was the Saints Row Reboot. Pitched as a new beginning for the popular franchise, many fans ultimately took issue with the reboot’s entirely different tone, lacking gameplay and more. For those still holding out hope for the game’s long-term success, a new …
Read More »Exoprimal will not include cross-platform party support at launch
In recent months Capcom have been pushing Exoprimal hard, with the upcoming co-op dinosaur shooter set to arrive later this week. Ahead of its launch, the publisher has revealed that unfortunately Exoprimal will not feature cross-platform party support – at least not at the beginning. Taking to Twitter, the official …
Read More »Rumoured Final Fantasy IX remake to be similar to Crisis Core Reunion
Over the generations we have seen Square Enix remaster and re-release their older Final Fantasy titles using various different techniques. From a basic upscale to full-on reimaginings, the publisher’s remakes span a gamut of quality and scope. According to an industry insider, the rumoured Final Fantasy IX remake will lie …
Read More »AMD is bundling free copies of Starfield with Ryzen CPUs and Radeon GPUs
Earlier this month we learned that AMD was the 'official PC partner' for Starfield. This means the game will support Radeon technologies like FSR and day-one optimisations for RX 7000 series GPUs. Now, the next step in this partnership has been revealed, with AMD bundling free copies of Starfield with its CPUs and GPUs.
Read More »Xbox Game Pass £1 trial returns
Microsoft has reintroduced its popular $1/£1 introductory offer for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscriptions. This offer allows new subscribers to enjoy their first month of service at a greatly discounted price. However, it is important to note that this deal is not available for Game Pass …
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