Microsoft Reportedly Exploring Activision for Future Halo Games
Unconfirmed reports suggest Microsoft is exploring Activision to help develop future Halo games, following co-development issues on Halo: Campaign Evolved.
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Whisper of the House Coming to PS5 and Xbox Series on August 27
E-Home Entertainment Development's puzzle simulation game, Whisper of the House, arrives on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on August 27.
Mega Man X: Regenesis Is Now Available as a Free Download
Mega Man X: Regenesis is officially available for free on PC, Steam Deck, and Android. A Mac version is currently in development.
Is The Elder Scrolls 6 Titled 'Sentinel'? New Easter Egg Suggests So
A hidden code found in Starfield has sparked rumors that The Elder Scrolls 6 subtitle may be 'Sentinel,' aligning with previous internal development codenames.
Portable Moose Announces Sally Face 2 Sequel
Following a 10-year anniversary stream, developer Portable Moose has officially confirmed Sally Face 2 is in development for PC via Steam.
Simu Liu Confirms Sleeping Dogs Movie Has a Path Forward
Actor Simu Liu confirms the Sleeping Dogs film adaptation is in active development and currently in dealmaking stages with publisher Square Enix.
Rockstar’s Leslie Benzies Once Planned Fully Simulated Lives for GTA 4 NPCs
Former Rockstar technical lead Obbe Vermeij reveals why plans for fully scheduled, living NPCs in Grand Theft Auto 4 were ultimately abandoned during development.
Rockstar Games Abandoned Complex NPC Schedules in Grand Theft Auto 4
Former Rockstar technical lead Obbe Vermeij reveals why complex NPC schedules in Grand Theft Auto 4 were scrapped during development.
Super Metroid Director Reflects on Brutal 1994 Development Conditions
Super Metroid director Yoshio Sakamoto shared memories of grueling work hours during the SNES classic's development, including an infamous office nap room.
No Man's Sky: Sean Murray Reflects on 10 Years of Development
Hello Games lead Sean Murray looks back at a decade of No Man's Sky, highlighting team collaboration, award wins, and peak player milestones.
Disney Dreamlight Valley: No New Information in Recent Updates
Recent news updates for Disney Dreamlight Valley have not provided new development or release information as of August 2026.
Palworld Teases Version 1.1 Update Development
Palworld developers have officially started teasing the development of the upcoming Version 1.1 update for the monster-catching survival game.
Ron Gilbert Details How Thimbleweed Park 2 Secured Private Funding
Learn how Ron Gilbert avoided traditional publishers to fund Thimbleweed Park 2 on PC with a private investor for a two-year development budget.
Quarter Up Hit With Mass Layoffs Affecting 75 Percent of Team
Invincible VS developer Quarter Up has reportedly laid off roughly 75 percent of its development team following the game's underperformance.
Rideshare Stimulator Adds AI Disclosure to Steam Page
Rideshare Stimulator has updated its Steam page to disclose the use of generative AI in its development following public comments from Saber Interactive's CEO.
Sean Murray Reflects on 10 Years of No Man’s Sky Development
Hello Games lead Sean Murray discusses the decade-long journey of No Man's Sky, from its controversial 2016 launch to establishing a dedicated player base.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Will Not Be Delayed, Director Tetsuya Nomura Confirms
Kingdom Hearts 4 creative director Tetsuya Nomura confirms the RPG will launch in late 2027 without delays, backed by smooth development progress.
Disney Confirms Kingdom Hearts Anime Series in Development
Disney has officially announced an original Kingdom Hearts anime series, developed in partnership with Square Enix and game creator Tetsuya Nomura.
Slay the Spire 2 Development Update: Roadmap and Patch Schedule Shifts
Megacrit confirms a shift in Slay the Spire 2 update frequency as they pivot toward developing an alternate Act 2 and a new character for the game.
Thimbleweed Park 2 is Happening Thanks to a Wealthy Investor
Thimbleweed Park 2 is officially in development for PC after Ron Gilbert connected with a wealthy fan of the original adventure game.
Pocketpair Clarifies Post-Launch Plans for Palworld
Pocketpair confirms it is not planning a year-long development cycle for a massive Palworld 1.1 update following the game's full release in July.
Recent PC Updates Fix Quest Bugs and Performance Issues
Developers have deployed a series of hotfixes addressing quest progression, physics bugs, and FPS drops. Further optimization and control updates are in development.
Epic Games Store Confirms Native Linux Support in Development
An Epic Games representative has confirmed work is underway on a Linux version of the Epic Games Store, potentially simplifying access on the Steam Deck.
2K Unveils Vancouver Sports Studio Led by EA Sports FIFA Veterans
2K has formed Small Axe Studio, a triple-A development studio in Vancouver staffed by EA Sports FIFA veterans building a new blockbuster sports franchise.
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Whisper of the House Coming to PS5 and Xbox Series on August 27
E-Home Entertainment Development's puzzle simulation game, Whisper of the House, arrives on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on August 27.
No Man's Sky: Sean Murray Reflects on 10 Years of Development
Hello Games lead Sean Murray looks back at a decade of No Man's Sky, highlighting team collaboration, award wins, and peak player milestones.
Sean Murray Reflects on 10 Years of No Man’s Sky Development
Hello Games lead Sean Murray discusses the decade-long journey of No Man's Sky, from its controversial 2016 launch to establishing a dedicated player base.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Will Not Be Delayed, Director Tetsuya Nomura Confirms
Kingdom Hearts 4 creative director Tetsuya Nomura confirms the RPG will launch in late 2027 without delays, backed by smooth development progress.