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theHunter: Call Of The Wild Gets A Taste Of The Old West With New Weapon Pack
TheHunter: Call Of The Wild has released a new DLC pack called the Old West Weapon Pack, adding three 19th-century firearms inspired by the American frontier. The pack includes a rifle, a double-barrelled shotgun, and a single-action revolver, each with unique handling and ammunition options. This DLC is available for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
A second Iron Man game has leaked this week, this time with EA Motive's take on the Marvel hero surfacing after 4…
An unfinished trailer for EA Motive's Iron Man game has leaked online, showcasing third-person action, combat, and flight mechanics. This follows a separate leak of footage from Avalanche Studios' canceled Iron Man project. EA Motive's game was announced in 2022 as a single-player, original story.
Footage of new Iron Man game from EA Motive appears to leak, showing blistering speed and freedom, as MIA superhero game finally reappears
Footage has reportedly leaked for EA Motive's Iron Man game, showcasing fast-paced aerial and on-foot combat, extensive suit customization, and cinematic storytelling. The game, announced four years ago, appears to be set in an open-world environment and features a vast arsenal of gadgets. This leak follows reports of a cancelled Black Panther game from EA and a previous Iron Man game from Avalanche Studios.
Open-world Iron Man game footage leaks, showing an hour of Just Cause dev Avalanche's cancelled Marvel game
Gameplay footage from a cancelled open-world Iron Man game developed by Avalanche Studios for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 has leaked online. The project, which was in development around 2012, was reportedly cancelled due to Disney's decision to shorten its development schedule. The footage showcases flying, combat, and similarities to Avalanche's Just Cause series.
Over an hour of footage from the canceled Iron Man game is online, and it sure looks like the Just Cause devs' take…
Over an hour of leaked gameplay footage from a canceled open-world Iron Man game developed by Avalanche Studios has surfaced online. The footage, reportedly sourced from a PlayStation 3 development kit, showcases aerial combat, gadget use, and environmental destruction, reminiscent of Avalanche's Just Cause series. The project was reportedly canceled due to 'company politics' and a desire by Disney to shorten its development schedule.
Early Build Footage of Avalanche Studios’ Canceled Iron Man Game Spotted – Rumor
Footage from Avalanche Studios' canceled Iron Man game, developed in the early 2010s, has surfaced online. The leaked videos showcase early builds and gameplay demos like "Kinetic Combat" and "Freestyle Flight," suggesting a design influenced by the Marvel Cinematic Universe and planned for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. The project was reportedly canceled due to company politics and tight deadlines, though a new Iron Man game is confirmed to be in development at EA Motive.
Canceled Iron Man Game Footage From Just Cause and Mad Max Developer Leaks Online
Alleged footage has surfaced online for a canceled Iron Man game that was in development at Avalanche Studios, the same studio behind Just Cause and Mad Max. The leak provides a glimpse into what could have been for the Marvel superhero's gaming future.
Harvey Smith and fellow Arkane Austin veterans announce a new studio, Black Pony Immersive
Former Arkane Austin veterans Harvey Smith and Ben Horne have announced the formation of a new studio, Black Pony Immersive. The studio, founded in August 2025, aims to create ambitious immersive sim games, drawing on the team's experience from Arkane and other studios like Insomniac and Epic Games. Black Pony Immersive is currently working on an unannounced single-player narrative-rich game.
Dishonored co-creator Harvey Smith launches a new studio and it literally has the word 'Immersive' in the name
Dishonored co-creator Harvey Smith and executive producer Ben Horne have launched a new studio named Black Pony Immersive. The studio, comprised of developers from Arkane, Insomniac, and other major companies, aims to create singleplayer first-person action RPGs with emergent gameplay systems, drawing inspiration from classic immersive sim titles.
"Through the looking glass": as Arkane fight for their future, Dishonored veteran Harvey Smith reveals new studio dedicated to immersive sims
Harvey Smith, a veteran developer from Arkane Studios, has announced the formation of Black Pony Immersive, a new studio focused on creating imaginative first-person action RPGs and immersive sims. The studio, which includes other former Arkane developers, aims to build single-player games that reward player creativity and exploration. This announcement comes during a period of industry volatility, with Microsoft having recently closed Arkane Austin and currently negotiating the future of Arkane Lyon.
Third Straight Year Of Layoffs Hits Until Dawn, Little Nightmares 3 Dev Supermassive
Supermassive Games has announced layoffs affecting up to 75 employees, marking the third consecutive year of significant job cuts at the studio. The developer cited "sustainability" as the reason for the reductions, which follow recent releases and acquisitions. This news comes amid similar workforce reductions at other studios owned by Nordisk Games, including Avalanche Studios and MercurySteam.
Ustwo Games was pushed out of mobile by the rise of free-to-play – but the mobile way of doing things is coming to PC
Ustwo Games is shifting its strategy from mobile-first to PC-first, citing the dominance of the free-to-play model on mobile and a desire to focus on premium, narrative-driven experiences. CEO Maria Sayans and CCO Daniel Gray explained that while this transition is challenging, the studio aims to retain its core identity while adapting its development philosophy for a new audience. Other mobile-focused companies like Outfit7 are also exploring PC releases, indicating a broader trend of diversification within the industry.
After leading the studio through 2 rounds of layoffs and 1 game release, the CEO of Supermassive is stepping down
Robert Henrysson, CEO of Supermassive Games and Nordisk Games, is stepping down from his roles. During his tenure, he oversaw the release of Directive 8020 and led the studio through two rounds of layoffs. Henrysson expressed gratitude to the team and indicated openness to future advisory roles in the games industry.
5 promising games recently cancelled by Microsoft
Microsoft has recently cancelled several promising game projects, including 'Odyssey,' 'Everwild,' 'Perfect Dark,' 'Contraband,' and 'Project Blackbird,' as part of a broader cost-cutting strategy under new CEO Asha Sharma. These cancellations have led to studio closures and significant layoffs, with former employees expressing disappointment over the loss of potentially exciting titles and the shift away from riskier, ambitious projects.
theHunter: Call of the Wild - Peru Hunting Reserve
The new Peru Hunting Reserve DLC is now available for theHunter: Call of the Wild, adding new environments and prey. Developed by Expansive Worlds and Avalanche Studios, this DLC expands the sport hunting simulation for PC and console players.
Embark on a new Hunting Adventure as the Peru Hunting Reserve launches today for theHunter: Call of the Wild
Avalanche Studios Group has launched the Peru Hunting Reserve DLC for theHunter: Call of the Wild. Available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, this expansion introduces the Intisuyu Reserve with three distinct biomes, 14 animal species including new additions like the jaguar and black caiman, and 60 new missions. The DLC also features a new pistol crossbow, the Dahler Reserve Draw CB-150.
Peru Hunting Reserve
Avalanche Studios has announced that the Peru Hunting Reserve DLC for theHunter: Call of the Wild will be released on June 16th. This new content will be available for Windows and consoles, adding a new virtual hunting environment.
Journey to theHunter: Call of the Wild's "Peru Hunting Reserve" DLC on PC, PlayStation & Xbox on June 16
Avalanche Studios Group announced that the 'Peru Hunting Reserve' DLC for theHunter: Call of the Wild will launch on June 16, 2026, for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. The DLC introduces three new biomes in Peru, 14 animal species including jaguars and capybaras, and 60 new missions. A free update, Patch 9.2, will also release on the same day, adding bug fixes and new horns for mountain goats.
Just Cause Studio’s Job Listings Indicate New Project is Live-Service Multiplayer
Job listings for Avalanche Studios indicate their next project is a live-service multiplayer game utilizing Unreal Engine. The studio is seeking experienced personnel for large-scale multiplayer environments and live-service game development. Co-founder Christofer Sundberg suggested the new IP may not be part of the Just Cause franchise.
FIRSTLOOK UNVEILS AGENT FOR GAME MARKETING
FirstLook has launched 'FirstLook Agent,' an AI-powered marketing system designed for the gaming industry. This new tool allows game studios to analyze player feedback, identify trends, and deploy targeted marketing campaigns in real-time using natural language prompts. Several leading companies, including Team17 and Remedy Entertainment, are already using FirstLook's platform.