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Tomb Raider: Catalyst Seemingly Delayed to 2028, Per Amazon’s Head of Gaming
Amazon's head of gaming, Jeffrey Gattis, has indicated that Tomb Raider: Catalyst is delayed to 2028, following an earlier delay for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis to February 2027. While Crystal Dynamics has not officially commented, Gattis's statement suggests a strategic decision to avoid market saturation and potentially give the new title a larger marketing push. This marks the first new entry in the Tomb Raider series since 2018's Shadow of the Tomb Raider.
Batman Is Finally Getting A New Game, Just Not The One You Were Expecting
A new co-op party game, Batman: Caped Crusader - Chronicles, is launching on July 31 for Amazon Luna Prime members. The game is set in the continuity of the Batman: The Caped Crusader animated series and features up to four players joining Batman's inner circle. It includes sleuthing and minigames with appearances from villains like Scarecrow and the Joker, and voice actors Hamish Linklater and Michelle C. Bonilla reprise their roles as Batman and Detective Montoya.
Amazon All But Confirms 007 First Light Sequel Will Be Made By IO Interactive
Amazon has indicated that while they own the rights to 007 First Light, they are keen for IO Interactive to develop any potential sequel. The game has reportedly sold well and is considered a strong contender for game of the year.
Amazon quietly tucks 5 games into Prime Video — and it’s not chasing hardcore gamers
Amazon has integrated a Games tab into Prime Video, accessible on Fire TV, which features five cloud-streamed games including Fallout 4 and Hogwarts Legacy. This move, merging Prime Gaming and Amazon Game Studios, targets casual viewers rather than core gamers, leveraging familiar titles and its existing Prime subscriber base. The service is currently available in the US and UK, with plans for future expansion.
Amazon previews Throne and Liberty’s July 30 Archboss Ramux fight as it addresses Frozen Divide Nix issues
Amazon has previewed the upcoming Archboss Ramux fight in Throne and Liberty, scheduled for July 30. The developer blog details Ramux's two-phase icy dragon-themed combat and mentions ongoing fixes for issues introduced in the Frozen Divide Nix update, including adjustments to instanced field events and travel mechanics.
Amazon Luna boss thinks rising hardware prices could push more hardcore gamers to cloud gaming — 'You're going to see more people that are priced out of the market'
Amazon's gaming boss Jeff Gattis believes rising hardware prices for consoles and PCs could drive more core gamers towards cloud streaming services like Amazon Luna. He noted that current hardware costs, potentially reaching $1,000-$1,500, could price consumers out of the market. While not Amazon's primary strategy, Gattis sees this trend as a potential tailwind for cloud gaming adoption.
Amazon Luna Comes to Amazon Prime
Amazon Luna is now available to Amazon Prime members in the US and UK, allowing them to play games online via a Fire TV. This expansion aims to make cloud gaming more accessible to a wider audience.
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An Amazon gaming executive predicts a future where consoles are no longer necessary for playing games, drawing a parallel to how consumers no longer require physical Amazon Dash devices. This suggests a significant shift towards cloud-based gaming services.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
Amazon is integrating video games into its Prime Video bundle through its cloud gaming service, Amazon Luna. While not aiming to replace traditional consoles, this move expands the offerings of the subscription service.
Amazon walks back comments about taking 007 off of IO, but does say 'anything's possible' when it comes…
Amazon has walked back previous comments suggesting that future 007 games might be developed by Amazon Game Studios, with general manager Jeff Gattis now stating that IO Interactive would likely develop a sequel given the success of 007 First Light. While Amazon owns the rights and may publish, Gattis also mentioned that anything is possible regarding Amazon acquiring IO Interactive, though no such conversations are currently happening.
The Rings of Power season 3 is bringing in a major Lord of the Rings character who's been controversially missing…
The Lord of the Rings character Celeborn, husband of Galadriel, will be introduced in the third season of Amazon's The Rings of Power, played by Jamie Campbell Bower. The actor described his portrayal as a "lover-boy" and highlighted the romantic longing inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's relationship with his wife. Season 3 is set to premiere on Prime Video on November 11.
Amazon clarifies stance on 007: First Light sequel – "Given the success of this one, I think you probably want IOI developing it"
Amazon Game Studios general manager Jeff Gattis clarified that no decisions have been made regarding a sequel to 007: First Light, despite Amazon owning the game's rights. He indicated that IO Interactive, the original developer, would likely be involved in any future installments due to the game's success. Gattis also commented on the possibility of acquiring IO Interactive, stating that while "anything's possible," no such conversations are currently happening.
Amazon Luna cloud gaming platform now added to Prime Video in the US and UK
Amazon has integrated its cloud gaming service, Amazon Luna, into Prime Video for subscribers in the US and UK. This integration allows Prime members to access a library of over 100 games, including titles like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Hogwarts Legacy, directly through the Prime Video app on Fire TV devices. Amazon aims to make game discovery more natural and accessible for its Prime subscriber base.
Luna Is Now Part of Prime Video at No Extra Cost, Amazon Wants to 'Rebuild Trust' in Cloud Gaming
Amazon has integrated its cloud gaming service, Amazon Luna, into Prime Video at no additional cost for users in the U.S. and UK who are accessing the streaming service via Fire TV. This move is intended to rebuild trust in Amazon's cloud gaming offerings.
Now Luna is integrated into Prime Video, Amazon sees potential for gaming to expand beyond PC and console: "That pie isn't really growing"
Amazon is integrating its Luna cloud gaming service into Prime Video, aiming to expand its gaming audience beyond traditional PC and console players. Jeff Gattis, general manager for Luna and Amazon Game Studios, explained that the company is consolidating its previously disparate gaming divisions to create a more cohesive strategy. Amazon sees a significant opportunity in serving the large segment of the global population that plays games but does not own dedicated gaming hardware, focusing on accessible, IP-driven titles.
Amazon brings Luna game streaming to the Prime Video app
Amazon is integrating its cloud gaming service, Amazon Luna, into the Prime Video app. This feature will initially be available on Fire TV devices in the United States and the United Kingdom, allowing users to stream games directly through the Prime Video interface.
Pokémon TCG: Ascended Heroes Sealed Booster Bundles Back in Stock at Amazon
The Pokémon TCG: Ascended Heroes booster bundles are now back in stock at Amazon. The article questions the value of the purchase and whether better deals can be found elsewhere.
AMD pours up to $5B into Anthropic — but the payoff waits until 2027
AMD is investing up to $5 billion in AI company Anthropic, with a significant portion of this funding being used by Anthropic to purchase AMD's Instinct MI450 GPUs and Helios rack-scale systems. This strategic partnership also includes a multi-year engineering collaboration where AMD will utilize Anthropic's Claude AI model. The initial deployment of hardware is expected in the first half of 2027.
Square Enix Drops a New Line of Exclusive Final Fantasy IV and X Anniversary Merch at Amazon
Square Enix has released new anniversary merchandise for Final Fantasy IV and Final Fantasy X exclusively on Amazon. The collection features exclusive artwork on items such as shirts and hoodies.
Amazon is making a Robocop TV show with the showrunner from Lodge 49
Amazon has officially greenlit a full television series based on the RoboCop franchise. The project will move forward with the showrunner from the series Lodge 49.