Microsoft Reaffirms Xbox Exclusivity for Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork
Xbox Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball confirms Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will stay exclusive to Xbox and PC despite growing fan distrust.
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ArenaNet Outlines Guild Wars 3 Monetization and Design Philosophy
ArenaNet confirms Guild Wars 3 will forgo subscriptions and battle passes, opting for expansions and convenience items to avoid 'hidden' recurring fees.
Final ZE500 for ASMR Review: Tiny Buds, Big Comfort
Are the Final ZE500 earbuds worth it? We test the smallest buds on the market to see if they deliver on their ASMR promises and gaming potential.
Metroidvania SHADE Protocol Smashes Kickstarter Goal in 25 Minutes
Little Legendary's SHADE Protocol, a new metroidvania focusing on music-based combat and code-manipulation, has raised over $238,000 on Kickstarter.
Epic Games Details Use of Generative AI in Fortnite Concept Art Process
Epic Games has revealed its workflow for using generative AI in Fortnite's concept art, acknowledging the need for manual fixes to address technical errors.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Review
Team Asano's latest action RPG is a solid, nostalgic quest. We review The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales on Switch 2.
Why Shadow of the Colossus' Hydrus Still Tops Our List of Aquatic Fears
From Hydrus to the Reaper Leviathan, we look at the most terrifying water creatures in gaming and why they trigger such a primal panic in players.
Is the 'Matt Mercer Effect' Actually Ruining Your D&D Games?
The 'Matt Mercer Effect' claims actual-play shows are hurting D&D games, but the real issue is often a lack of session zero and mismatched expectations.
Overwatch Teases D.Mon as New Hero, Fueling LE SSERAFIM BlizzCon Rumors
Overwatch players have spotted clues pointing to the mech pilot D.Mon for Season 4, while signs suggest a potential return for K-pop group LE SSERAFIM.
Krafton Launches PUBG: Battlegrounds 'Ally Duo' AI Beta
Krafton has launched a two-week beta for Ally Duo, a new PUBG: Battlegrounds arcade mode featuring Ella, an AI companion powered by Nvidia Ace.
Major Balance Update v1.6.16 Adjusts Armor Piercing and Unit Stats
The latest updates for v1.6.16.1 and v1.6.16.2 bring significant balance changes to armor piercing, unit stats, and auto-resolve mechanics.
Assassin's Creed Shadows Gets Final 'Black Tides' Story Update
Ubisoft releases the Black Tides update for Assassin's Creed Shadows, providing a new ending for Naoe and Yasuke and bridging the story to Black Flag Resynced.
Idols of Ash Review: A Pulse-Pounding Descent into the Abyss
Idols of Ash is a short, intense first-person climbing game for PC. We review the grappling hook mechanics, the horror elements, and the two-hour runtime.
Jurassic World Evolution 3: Rebirth Expansion Launches June 16
Frontier Developments announces the Jurassic World Evolution 3: Rebirth expansion. Explore three secret locations in this prequel campaign on Xbox and PC.
Valve Surprises Steam Deck Owner With Free Replacement Case
A Reddit user received a free replacement Steam Deck OLED case from Valve support after an accident, showcasing the company's approach to customer service.
Naoki Hamaguchi Clarifies Why 'Revelation' Is the Final Fantasy VII Subtitle
Director Naoki Hamaguchi explains why Final Fantasy VII: Revelation was chosen as the final subtitle, despite the game's core theme being 'Resolve.'
Double Fine Responds to Xbox Shutdown Rumors With Single Emoji
Double Fine Productions responds to ongoing negotiations regarding potential Xbox studio closures and spinoffs with a brief social media post.
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Deku Deals Now Tracks Which Switch 2 Games Are Actually On Cartridge
The popular database Deku Deals has added a feature showing which Nintendo Switch 2 games include the full data on the cartridge versus Game-Key Cards.
Epic Games Openly Admits Using Generative AI in Fortnite Development
Following player criticism, Epic Games is showing how it uses generative AI tools like GenMedia and Nano Banana to create assets for Fortnite.
Xbox Confirms Gears of War: E-Day Will Stay Exclusive to Series X/S
Xbox chief strategist Matthew Ball has confirmed that Gears of War: E-Day is not a timed exclusive and will not be coming to PlayStation 5.
Xbox Faces Potential Studio Closures and Executive Departures
Microsoft's Xbox division faces reports of studio closures, key leadership exits, and a strategic reset as it navigates declining revenue and structural changes.
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Messenger Game Map: All NPC and POI Locations Guide
Struggling to find NPCs in the cozy world of Messenger? Use this guide to locate every key character and point of interest in the game's compact town.
Slayblade is a Y2K-fueled roguelike that hits all the right notes
Slayblade, a new top-battling roguelike, captures Y2K nostalgia with a demo now available as part of Steam Next Fest 2026.
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival Hands-On: A Brutal First-Person Horror
Saber Interactive’s Hellraiser: Revival brings the Cenobites to life in a visceral shooter. Here is our hands-on report from Summer Game Fest.
Rode NT1 5th Generation Review: A Studio Mic for Your PC Setup
We review the Rode NT1 5th Generation, a versatile USB and XLR microphone. Is it worth the $259 price tag for your streaming and content creation setup?
Into the Slimy Mines Review: A Frustrating Dig
Is Into the Slimy Mines worth buying? We review this card-based tower defense game to see if its unique digging mechanics deliver or just cause frustration.
Thanks for the Soup Is a Horror Sim That Became My Broccoli Farm
I entered the immersive horror sim Thanks for the Soup expecting delivery runs, but found an unexpected obsession with organic broccoli farming.
Shrek 5 Officially Slated for Summer 2027
DreamWorks has confirmed the official release date for Shrek 5. The sequel features the original voice cast and a new adventure arriving in theaters in 2027.
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Crazy Taxi World Tour Prioritizes Single-Player Over Multiplayer
Producer Kenji Kanno confirms the new Crazy Taxi World Tour focuses on single-player, though multiplayer is finally included to satisfy fan demand.
Overwatch Season 3 Introduces 'Excavation Initiative' Reward Event
Blizzard has launched the Excavation Initiative in Overwatch Season 3, offering players new ways to earn Base, Epic, and Legendary Loot Boxes.
ARC Raiders Update 1.33.0 Targets Cheaters and Item Duping
Embark Studios launches ARC Raiders update 1.33.0, introducing Denuvo anti-cheat and a 'no free loadout' restriction to combat cheaters and item duplicators.
Once Human Console Open Beta Hits Xbox Series X|S June 17
The Once Human console open beta arrives on Xbox Series X|S on June 17. Learn how to join, earn exclusive rewards, and see what carries over to launch.
Snap Unveils Specs: $2,195 AR Glasses Arriving This Fall
Snap has announced Specs, a pair of standalone augmented reality glasses priced at $2,195. Pre-orders are open now for a fall release in the US, UK, and France.
Microsoft Exploring Studio Closures Following 'Xbox Reset' Memo
Microsoft is reportedly considering shutting down studios including Compulsion Games, Ninja Theory, and Double Fine as part of a new 100-day restructuring plan.
Why Fallout: New Vegas Still Sets the Standard for RPG Roleplaying
From faction reputation to deep skill integration, we look at the design choices that make Fallout: New Vegas a gold standard for intuitive roleplaying.
Outward 2 Delayed to 2027 by Nine Dots Studio
Survival RPG Outward 2 has been delayed from its planned July 2026 launch. Nine Dots Studio confirms the game will now arrive in 2027 to improve quality.