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Metal band Genitorturers allegedly claims a Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines remake is coming, getting a dozen…
A rumor has emerged suggesting a remake of Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines is in development, stemming from a claim made by the band Genitorturers during a concert. While unconfirmed and potentially based on outdated information, the news has generated excitement among fans of the cult classic RPG. The article also discusses the possibility of a remaster by Nightdive Studios.
Weekend Discussion - October 17, 2026
This Weekend Discussion covers various topics including the arcade version of Street Fighter: The Movie: The Game, an exploration of 'god words', tips for surviving horror movies, and a mention of Grand Theft Auto. The article also touches on the author's personal gaming history and preferences.
Modern Warfare 4 revitalizes Call of Duty thanks to its stellar campaign
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is praised for revitalizing the franchise, particularly due to its stellar campaign. The game's single-player experience is highlighted as a major strength.
Activision says Nintendo is “all in” on Call of Duty for Switch 2, Nintendo wants to “age up their customer”
Activision is rebuilding its relationship with Nintendo, with the company stating that Nintendo is "all in" on bringing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 to the Switch 2. Activision's chief marketing officer, Tyler Bahl, believes the game will help Nintendo "age up their customer" and broaden their audience. He also mentioned that Grand Theft Auto 6 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 are the biggest games of the year.
Former Overwatch director Jeff Kaplan has cut all ties with the game
Former Overwatch director Jeff Kaplan stated in a recent interview that he has completely cut ties with the game and has not played or looked up anything related to it in the five years since leaving Blizzard Entertainment. Kaplan cited the immense pressure from Activision as a factor in his departure.
Shrek 2 Remaster Leaks, Looks Amazing And I Need It Now
A remaster of Shrek 2: The Game has seemingly leaked via an Xbox.com listing, promising updated textures, enhanced UI, 4K resolution, and new Photo and Cheat Modes. Aspyr Media is reportedly handling the release, which is rumored for November 19. The leak follows recent Shrek game compilations and the franchise's continued presence in other titles.
Modern Warfare 4’s campaign is CoD’s best in recent years, and arguably one of its better entries overall
The campaign for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is considered the best in recent years and one of the series' better entries overall. The game successfully brings back a fun factor to its single-player experience.
CoD: Modern Warfare 4 Goes Back To Basic To Properly Finish Its Story
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 successfully concludes the rebooted series' narrative with a strong, traditional campaign that returns to linear mission design. The story intertwines two plotlines, following Captain Price's revenge quest and a new South Korean soldier's fight for survival, delivering high-quality, Hollywood-style action across various global locations. While the final boss encounters are a letdown, the overall pacing, engaging gameplay, and compelling character arcs make it the best campaign since the 2019 reboot.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 narrative lead says Denis Villeneuve's Sicario is an influence "I'm always checking against," but John Wick "has some obvious presence" too
Jeff Negus, narrative director for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, revealed that Denis Villeneuve's film Sicario is a key influence on the game's tone and narrative, serving as a benchmark for its grounded and morally gray storytelling. He also noted the presence of John Wick and drew parallels to military films like Black Hawk Down and Zero Dark Thirty.
Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2 Is Not The Disaster You’d Imagine
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is the first entry in the series to launch on a Nintendo console, specifically the upcoming Switch 2. Initial impressions of the campaign on the new hardware are surprisingly positive, with the game performing better than expected.
Hands on: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 review-in-progress: "Spectacular set pieces that deliver on years of storytelling keep invested in the campaign"
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 offers a confident and cinematic campaign that brings years of storytelling to a satisfying conclusion. It features spectacular set pieces, strong performances, and surprising moral complexity, though it is occasionally hampered by rigid mission design and frustrating restrictions. The game is set for release on October 23, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X.
Is Modern Warfare 4 going to be on Xbox Game Pass?
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will not be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch on October 23, 2026. It is scheduled to arrive on the subscription service in Holiday 2027, a year after its initial release. Other Call of Duty titles and Battlefield 6 are currently available on Game Pass.
Call Of Duty: MW4’s Campaign Launches Today, Please Don’t Spoil It For Others
The campaign for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is available today, October 16, for players who preorder the game, unlocking at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developer Infinity Ward has requested that players refrain from sharing campaign spoilers to allow everyone to experience the story. Activision boss Tyler Bahl confirmed this installment concludes the current Modern Warfare storyline and teased future innovations for the franchise.
EA FC 27 Best Silver Cards Guide (October 2026 Meta)
This guide for EA Sports FC 27 focuses on the FIFA Ultimate Team mode, highlighting valuable silver cards for players seeking an alternative to gold players. It details several silver players, including Jesse Bisiwu, Isaak Toure, Joane Gadou, Sapoko Ndiaye, Jone Amezaga, and Sergio Martinez, and explains how Evolutions can enhance their stats and utility within the game.
Modern Warfare 4 release times and early access explained
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is set to release on October 23, with digital pre-orders granting early access to the campaign starting October 16 and the DMZ mode on October 20. PC preloads are already available, and the full game will unlock at midnight local time. The game requires 115GB of storage space.
This year's Call Of Duty will be the last Modern Warfare says Activision
Activision acknowledges the poor reception of Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 and promises adjustments for the upcoming Modern Warfare 4, which will serve as the conclusion to the current Modern Warfare series. The company also confirmed plans for a new sub-franchise developed by Sledgehammer Games, aiming to address community feedback for something fresh.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 ports on PS4 and PS5 taught Activision there's "pent-up demand" to return to "good old days," so Modern Warfare 4 is doing just that
Activision found significant success with the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2, indicating a strong "pent-up demand" for nostalgic multiplayer experiences. Chief marketing officer Tyler Bahl stated that these learnings are being applied to future titles, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, to recapture the "good old days" of playing with friends.
Activision CMO Decries 'Call of Duty Tax'
Activision CMO Tyler Bahl claims traditional games media applies a 'Call of Duty tax,' negatively impacting reviews and coverage due to the series' long history and large player base. The article argues that critical reception is based on game quality and innovation, not audience size or development team size, citing franchise fatigue and declining quality in recent Call of Duty titles as reasons for diminished media interest.
Evening Reading - October 15, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news, including the first playable demo for El Paso, Elsewhere 2, the launch trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, and an announcement for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Expansion Pass. Arc System Works has established a new Tokyo studio, and Sega has apologized for and delisted Total War: Shogun 2. The Long Dark: Iron Road DLC is set for release, and Activision Quality Assurance workers are voting to authorize a strike. The article also touches on gaming-related topics like Star Wars, reviews for Tales of Eternia Remastered and Tenebris Somnia, and early access for Poly Fighter.
Activision Quality Assurance workers vote to authorize strike
Quality Assurance workers at Activision have voted to authorize a strike, giving the Communications Workers of America (CWA) the power to call a strike if negotiations with the company continue to stall. The workers are seeking wage increases, guardrails on AI usage, and better contractor and accommodation rights. A bargaining committee member criticized Activision's perceived bad-faith negotiations.
