The Hardest GameCube JRPGs That Still Demand Your Best
From Baten Kaitos to Fire Emblem, we look at the most notoriously difficult JRPGs on the Nintendo GameCube and why they remain tough to conquer today.
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Yes, You Can Actually Take Photos of Jupiter With a Game Boy Camera
Think the Game Boy Camera is just for 8-bit selfies? Recent experiments show it can be strapped to a massive telescope to capture images of Jupiter.
Tara Gaming Aims for Triple-A Success with The Age of Bhaarat
Tara Gaming, led by Amitabh Bachchan and Amish Tripathi, is developing The Age of Bhaarat, a new action-adventure game set in the world of the Ramayana.
The Pigeon: A Love Story Takes Flight on Steam This August
Developer Wristwork confirms The Pigeon: A Love Story will land on Linux, Mac, and Windows on August 6, 2026. Explore five life-sized cities to find your match.
Donkey Kong at 45: A Look at the Ape’s Staggering In-Game Stats
As Donkey Kong celebrates its 45th anniversary in 2026, we break down the franchise's history, from 132,000 arcade cabinets to over 80 million units sold.
RPS Supporter Program gets a refresh: More exclusives and ad-free browsing
Rock Paper Shotgun is updating its Supporter Program with more exclusive articles, improved ad-free browsing, and behind-the-scenes content.
Rhythm Heaven Groove Smashes Japanese Sales Charts
Rhythm Heaven Groove arrives on Nintendo Switch with over 393,000 units sold in its debut week in Japan, dominating the latest Famitsu charts.
Former Lead Writer Says Dragon Age Likely Won't Return Under EA
David Gaider, former Dragon Age lead writer, weighs in on the series' future at BioWare and why he believes a new installment is unlikely under EA.
Sony to End Physical PlayStation Disc Manufacturing in 2028
Sony has confirmed it will cease manufacturing physical PlayStation discs starting January 2028, sparking concerns over game pricing and ownership.
THE FINALS Season 11: Galaxy Estates, Melee Rework, and Bot Matches
THE FINALS Season 11 is here with the Galaxy Estates arena, a complete melee combat rework, new bot-supported matches, and updated ranked rewards.
Persona 4 Revival Adjusts Yosuke Hanamura to Better Suit Modern Sensibilities
Atlus producer Kazuhisa Wada confirms that Persona 4 Revival will feature minor dialogue and scene changes to Yosuke Hanamura to fit current standards.
LG Monitor App Pushing McAfee Trials Without User Consent
LG monitor users report the company's software is silently installing and prompting for paid McAfee antivirus subscriptions without permission.
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Update v1.2.1 Adds Level Replay and VRR Support
The biggest update yet for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is live on Xbox, PS5, and PC, featuring level revisiting, uncapped VRR, and extensive stability improvements.
Stellaris Update Fixes 'Missing in Action' Science Ships and Adds Sliders
The latest Stellaris hotfix resolves a game-breaking bug where science ships vanished in Astral Rifts and introduces a new Resource Abundance slider.
Deltarune Chapter 5 Update Coming Soon to Nintendo Switch 1 and 2
Toby Fox has confirmed a new patch for Deltarune Chapter 5 is heading to Nintendo Switch systems. Here are the full patch notes and details.
Bethesda Staff Fear Delays for The Elder Scrolls 6 Following Xbox Layoffs
Over 50 Bethesda Game Studios employees have been let go as part of Microsoft's recent layoffs, raising concerns about the development of The Elder Scrolls 6.
Build A Rocket Boy Developers to Protest Upcoming MindsEye Preview Event
Developers at Build A Rocket Boy are set to protest an upcoming all-expenses-paid MindsEye preview event in Edinburgh following repeated rounds of layoffs.
ARK: Dragontopia Update Adds Lumina and Fixes Major Server Issues
The latest ARK: Dragontopia update introduces the new Lumina dragon, alongside a suite of gameplay fixes and an improved character restoration process.
10 Video Game Franchises With Only Perfect Entries
From Half-Life to Max Payne, we explore ten video game franchises with only perfect entries that stand as the pinnacle of their respective genres.
Retailer Urges Xbox to Support Physical Games in Open Letter
Independent retailer Video Games Plus has issued an open letter to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, calling for continued support for physical media in future consoles.
Digimon Up Hits One Million Pre-registrations Ahead of July 15 Launch
Digimon Up reaches one million pre-registrations ahead of its July 15, 2026 mobile release, unlocking Taichi Yagami and Agumon as rewards.
Overwatch 2's New Hero Shion Has a Grudge Against Emily Dickinson
Shion, the latest hero in Overwatch 2, features a specific voice line that intentionally disses a classic American poet. Here is the story behind the interaction.
Cygames Updates Development Status of Project Awakening and Lost Order
Cygames president Koichi Watanabe confirms development is ongoing for Project Awakening, Lost Order, and Garnet Arena: Mages of Magicary in a new interview.
ALGS Stands Out at 2026 Esports World Cup, Says EA's Monica Dinsmore
EA’s Head of Esports Monica Dinsmore explains why the Apex Legends Global Series remains a unique fixture at the 2026 Esports World Cup in Paris.
Palworld 1.0 Update: How to Clean Your Game Files Before Launch
Pocketpair warns players that old mods may cause crashes and save corruption in the upcoming Palworld 1.0 update. Follow these steps to prepare your game files.
Counter-Strike 2 Season 5 Update: Cache Returns and C4 Damage Overhauled
Valve has launched Counter-Strike 2 Season 5, bringing the map Cache to Premier, introducing a new C4 shockwave mechanic, and adding two new weapon collections.
Diablo 4 Players Call Out 'Stingy' Drop Rates for New Iconic Mythics
Following the launch of Diablo 4's Death Awakening season, players are reporting frustration over the extremely low drop rates for the new Iconic Mythic items.
Diablo 4 Players Call Iconic Mythic Drop Rates 'Broken' in Season 14
Diablo 4's Death Awakening season brings Iconic Mythics, but players report stingy drop rates despite extensive farming efforts.
Fallout Season 2 Nabs Nine Emmy Noms, But Goggins Gets Snubbed
Fallout Season 2 secured nine Emmy nominations for its technical work, but the cast—including Walton Goggins—was notably left off the ballot.
Build A Rocket Boy Faces Union Protest Over MindsEye Fan Event
Workers and the IWGB union are protesting a Build A Rocket Boy fan event in Edinburgh, citing recent layoffs and the studio's treatment of staff.
Sony Settles Lawsuit With Former Bungie Director Christopher Barrett
Sony has reached a settlement with former Bungie director Christopher Barrett, resulting in his name being added to the credits of the upcoming game, Marathon.
Stardew Valley in 3D: A Visual Experiment That Divides Opinion
Stardew Valley has been reimagined in 3D, creating a visual shift that has the community questioning if the new perspective is a charming upgrade or a horror.
Why Final Fantasy X Still Resonates Decades Later
From the laughing scene to the truth about Tidus, we break down why Square Enix's Final Fantasy X remains one of the most emotional entries in the franchise.
Barony Instruments of Destruction: Part 2 Update Adds New Equipment
The upcoming free expansion for Barony, Instruments of Destruction: Part 2, brings new armor, weapons, and specialized items to the dungeon-crawler.
Nintendo Classics Roundup: Mendel Palace and Donkey Kong 64 Arrive
We break down the new additions to the Nintendo Switch Online library from April, May, and June 2026, including Mendel Palace and Donkey Kong 64.
id Software Relegated to Support Studio Following Massive Layoffs
Following 136 job cuts at id Software this week, reports suggest the legendary developer has been relegated to a support studio role within Xbox.