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EA business and news from across the web.- Battlefield 6 Season 3 release countdown: Exact date and timeBattlefield 6 Season 3 is set to launch globally on May 12, bringing new weapons, attachments, and a new map titled Railway to Golmund. The update will also introduce a Ranked Battle Royale mode with its own leaderboard. Subsequent content updates are scheduled for June 9 and June 30.
How a trio of Canadian modders stumbled into making an official Die Hard game: 'I've had projects disappear that had 10 times the promise that this did'This article details the journey of Canadian modders Russ Bullock, Bryan Ekman, and Jay Holtslander as they transformed an unofficial Half-Life mod into the official Die Hard: Nakatomi Plaza game. The founders of Piranha Games faced challenges with engine choices, creative differences, and the transition from modding to commercial development, ultimately leading to Holtslander's departure before the game's release.
The Battlefield 6 Season 3 roadmap goes all-in on nostalgia with classic maps, modes, and gunsEA and Battlefield Studios are leaning heavily into nostalgia for Battlefield 6's Season 3 roadmap, which begins May 12. The update will feature reimagined classic maps like Golmud Railway from Battlefield 4 and Grand Bazaar from Battlefield 3, alongside the return of fan-favorite weapons such as the M16A4 and game modes like Obliteration. The season will roll out in three parts, with additional content and updates planned through June.
Random: That's Not 'Gears Of War' Or 'Dead Space', Just Another Terrible eShop CloneThe Nintendo eShop continues to host blatant rip-off games, with 'Dead Gears - Space of War' being the latest example. This title directly imitates elements from 'Gears of War' and 'Dead Space', highlighting an ongoing issue with low-quality clones on the digital storefront. Publisher Consann Real Estate has a history of releasing similar derivative titles.
10 Best Fantasy RPGs to play in 2026This list highlights ten of the best fantasy RPGs available across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, catering to various playstyles from story-driven epics to challenging combat experiences. It includes a mix of new releases and enduring classics, with a focus on games that deeply integrate fantasy elements into their gameplay and world.
When does BF6 Season 3 start and what’s coming with the patch?EA has announced that Battlefield 6 Season 3 will launch on May 12th, bringing a new map, weapons, Ranked Battle Royale mode, and a fresh Battle Pass. The update includes improvements to netcode, vehicle handling, and weapon mechanics, with further content planned throughout 2026.
Dragon Quest And Three Other Titles Inducted Into Video Game Hall Of FameThe Strong National Museum of Play has inducted four new titles into its World Video Game Hall of Fame for 2026: Angry Birds, FIFA International Soccer, Silent Hill, and Dragon Quest. These games were recognized for their sustained popularity and significant influence on the video game industry and popular culture.- Grayson Wendell Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of HonorProfessional programmer Grayson Wendell, a veteran of the game industry since 2007, will be a Guest of Honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026. Wendell has worked at companies like id Software, EA, and Activision on titles such as Enemy Territory: Quake Wars and Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile. He will also host a panel on N64 reverse engineering and randomizers at the event.
10 Best sci-fi RPGs to play in 2026This list highlights the top 10 science fiction RPGs to play, focusing on strong world-building and classic sci-fi themes. Games like Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Cyberpunk 2077, and Starfield are featured for their immersive narratives and futuristic settings.
Battlefield 6 Season 3 trailer shows off remade maps, new weapons and this one guyEA has revealed details for Battlefield 6 Season 3, launching May 12th, featuring remade maps from Battlefield 3 and 4, new weapons like the L115 sniper rifle, and the return of the Obliteration game mode. Future seasons will include water warfare with remakes of Wake Island and Tsuru Reef, alongside quality-of-life improvements such as custom lobbies and proximity chat.
Star Wars Battlefront 2 player numbers climb again as excitement builds around returning Resurgence Day community eventStar Wars Battlefront 2 has seen a significant increase in its player count on Steam, reaching over 9,000 concurrent players ahead of the community-organized 'Resurgence Day' event. This surge, boosted by recent May the 4th celebrations, marks a notable improvement over recent months and highlights the game's enduring community engagement despite its age.
Top 10 Best-Selling Star Wars Games In The US RevealedMat Piscatella, an analyst for Circana, revealed the top 10 best-selling Star Wars games in the United States since 1995. The 2015 Star Wars: Battlefront reboot by EA and DICE holds the top spot, followed by Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and the 2017 Star Wars: Battlefront II. The list also features several Lego Star Wars titles and Respawn's Star Wars Jedi: Survivor.
Star Wars: Battlefront (2015) is the Top-Selling Star Wars Game in US HistoryStar Wars: Battlefront (2015) has been recognized as the best-selling Star Wars game in US history, according to Circana analyst Mat Piscatella. The franchise as a whole ranks seventh in overall earnings. The article also briefly mentions Star Wars: Galactic Racer and the enduring popularity of Star Wars: Battlefront II, while noting the continued lack of news on Star Wars: Eclipse.
Talking Point: Will These Upcoming Star Wars Games Make The Hyperspace Jump To Switch 2?This article analyzes the likelihood of several upcoming Star Wars games releasing on the Nintendo Switch 2. While some titles like Star Wars Zero Company show promise, others like Star Wars: Eclipse and Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic face significant hurdles due to their demanding nature and development status. The piece also touches on the potential for ports of existing games like the Star Wars Jedi series.
Battlefield 6’s Season 3 Battle Pass is Now Available for Pre-OrderEA has launched pre-orders for the Season 3 Battle Pass for Battlefield 6, offering a standard version for $9.99 and a premium 'Battlefield Pro' package for $24.99. The early availability of battle pass pre-orders has sparked debate among players regarding monetization practices. Season 3 will also introduce the 'Railway to Golmud' map, a remake of Battlefield 4's Golmud Railway, which DICE developers have described as the largest map in Battlefield 6 to date.
Xbox has only two options for the future and Microsoft won’t like either of them - Reader’s FeatureA reader suggests Microsoft has only two viable options for the future of Xbox: either transition to a third-party developer model releasing games on all platforms, or sell off its gaming division entirely. The author argues that the Xbox hardware experiment has failed due to declining console sales and the inability of recent acquisitions to significantly boost market share.
Blood pressure too low? Try our quiz about the most freakishly out-of-touch things tech CEOs have ever saidThis article presents a quiz featuring controversial and out-of-touch quotes from various tech and gaming CEOs. It highlights statements on topics ranging from game pricing and AI's impact on jobs to corporate responsibility and the nature of development.
Battlefield 6 Season 3 to launch on May 12 with Railway to Golmud the headline actBattlefield 6 Season 3 is set to launch on May 12, introducing the large-scale map "Railway to Golmud," a reworked version of Battlefield 4's Golmud Railway. The update also includes further tuning for core combat mechanics like responsiveness and hit registration, balance adjustments for mortars, and the introduction of Ranked Battle Royale as a Battlefield Labs experience.
Former PlayStation boss blames "really sad" layoffs on "misjudgment" of companies: "It's funny to see the companies who shut down, lay off, the stock price goes up"Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida attributes the widespread layoffs in the gaming industry to management misjudgments, particularly concerning the surge in interest during lockdowns. He notes that despite layoffs, the overall headcount in many companies continues to grow, and observes that stock prices often rise following such workforce reductions.- Game Crossovers and CollaborationsMultiple studios are reportedly interested in securing the rights for a video game movie adaptation featuring Michael B. Jordan. The Battlefield franchise is mentioned in the context of potential film projects, indicating a high level of interest in adapting gaming IPs for cinema.