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MMO Week in Review: Evercold, Aion 2, and EQ Legends
This week in the MMORPG genre saw the reveal of Final Fantasy XIV's 'Evercold' expansion for January 2027, alongside confirmations for Aion 2's global launch this year. Several other titles like Embers of the Uncrowned, RF Online Next, Palia, EverQuest Legends, and Loftia also had significant updates or beta launches.
EA Sports UFC 6 Confirmed for July 19th, Ultimate Edition Includes 2 Post-Launch Expansions
Electronic Arts has confirmed EA Sports UFC 6 will launch on July 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5, featuring Alex Pereira on the Standard Edition cover and Max Holloway on the Ultimate Edition. The Ultimate Edition, priced at $99.99, includes post-launch content such as an Expansion Pass with two major updates and a Fighter Pass, alongside other bonuses.
'They Stopped Making Those Requests' — Alice: Madness Returns Director American McGee Got Creative After EA Asked to 'Make Things More Sexy'
American McGee, director of Alice: Madness Returns, shared an anecdote where Electronic Arts requested Spicy Horse "make things more sexy." In response, McGee creatively added dildos to a giant snail's head, effectively ending such requests.
Battlefield Film From Michael B. Jordan and Mission Impossible Director is in Early Stages – Rumor
A film based on the Battlefield franchise is reportedly in early development, with Christopher McQuarrie attached to write, produce, and direct. Michael B. Jordan is rumored to be involved as a producer and potential star, while Electronic Arts is also attached as a producer. The project is reportedly being pitched to major studios like Apple and Sony, with a theatrical release being targeted.
The Alice: Madness Returns dev team 'made history,' American McGee says: It was 'the first team ever to…
American McGee, creator of the Alice franchise, shared details about the development and financing of Alice: Madness Returns. He highlighted the challenges faced with Electronic Arts' marketing team and the game's status as the first AAA game fully developed by a Chinese team and the first to be bond-financed in China. McGee also mentioned that the game was delivered on budget and schedule despite EA's refusal of additional polishing time.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
A Battlefield movie is in development with Michael B. Jordan and Chris McQuarrie attached. Additionally, Final Fantasy XIV has a new collaboration trailer with HYTE, and Baldur's Gate 3 is receiving a novelization.
A Battlefield movie adaptation is on the way, possibly starring Michael B. Jordan
A film adaptation of the Battlefield video game franchise is in development, with Michael B. Jordan attached to produce and potentially star. Christopher McQuarrie is set to write and direct the project, which is being shopped to studios and streamers with a focus on a theatrical release. This news follows the announcement of a separate Call of Duty movie adaptation.
Battlefield movie is reportedly in development, and it’s set to go head-to-head with Call of Duty yet again
Electronic Arts is reportedly developing a movie based on the Battlefield franchise, with Christopher McQuarrie attached to direct and write, and Michael B. Jordan producing and potentially starring. The film is being developed for a theatrical release and is expected to compete with an upcoming Call of Duty movie, which is further along in development.
The Mission: Impossible guy is making a Battlefield movie, and Michael B. Jordan might star in it
Christopher McQuarrie is attached to write, produce, and direct a Battlefield movie, with Michael B. Jordan potentially starring and producing. Electronic Arts is also involved as a producer for the film, which is currently being pitched to studios. This announcement follows news of a separate Call of Duty movie in development.
EA asked former Doom dev American McGee to make his next game "'more sexy,'" so he pasted "dildos onto the head of a giant snail" and "they stopped making those requests"
Former id Software developer American McGee revealed that Electronic Arts marketing requested "more sexy" content for Alice: Madness Returns. In response, McGee pasted images of dildos onto giant snails and sent them to the marketing team, which ceased the requests. McGee also discussed EA's push for shorter skirts and more explicit content, which he resisted to protect the game's narrative.
Battlefield 6 Dev Continues Communication With Post Addressing Roadmap Feedback
Electronic Arts and Battlefield Studios have provided additional details regarding the Battlefield 6 roadmap for 2026. This follows recent major announcements and promises made to players, addressing feedback on the game's development path.
Mass Effect devs have been practically radio silent for over 5 years because there's 'not a lot of time for…
BioWare is reportedly heads-down and exclusively focused on the next Mass Effect game, with project director Mike Gamble stating the team is too busy working to provide frequent updates. Despite being announced in 2020, the game, often referred to as Mass Effect 5, has only had minimal visual reveals. Fans are hopeful for more substantial information, potentially around N7 Day or The Game Awards.
The Star Wars Battlefront 2 community Is trying to pull off another resurgence after last year’s success
The Star Wars Battlefront 2 community is organizing another major resurgence event in May, aiming to attract 150,000 players. Spearheaded by the Kyber modding project, this initiative builds on last year's success and introduces enhanced features like custom servers and proximity chat. The event encourages players on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox to flood the servers, with potential ties to the May the 4th celebrations.
A Battlefield Movie Is Coming To Kick Off Another Battle With Call Of Duty
A Battlefield movie is in development, with Christopher McQuarrie attached to write, direct, and produce, and Michael B. Jordan also producing and potentially starring. The film has been pitched to Apple and Sony, with a theatrical release being prioritized. This news comes shortly after Paramount announced a Call of Duty movie, setting up a potential box office rivalry between the two major first-person shooter franchises.
Exodus, the sci-fi RPG from former Mass Effect devs, couldn't look more like Mass Effect in the teasers we've…
Exodus, a sci-fi RPG from Archetype Entertainment, which features industry veterans from studios like BioWare, continues to draw comparisons to the Mass Effect series in its latest teasers. While the gameplay shown so far, including combat and exploration, appears competent, it has yet to generate significant excitement. The developers are promising an extended showcase this summer.
We May Never Get Another Titanfall, But This Game Could Be The Next Best Thing
Indie developer Tetra Studios is creating ShatterRush, a multiplayer parkour FPS inspired by the Titanfall series, set to launch on Steam Early Access in Q3 2027. The game features mech combat and destructible environments, aiming to fill the void left by the lack of new Titanfall titles from Respawn Entertainment. An open pre-alpha demo is currently available.
Alice creator American McGee says he was inspired by a Valve demo he saw while working on Quake 2
American McGee revealed that a Valve tech demo he saw while working on id Software's Quake 2 inspired his game Alice. He described the demo as a cinematic scene with characters and multiple cameras, which he believes signaled the end of his tenure at id Software. Following his departure from id, McGee went on to develop Alice and its sequel, Alice: Madness Returns.
EA SPORTS FC REVEALS PREMIER LEAGUE TEAM OF THE SEASON
EA SPORTS FC 26 has revealed its Premier League Team of the Season, recognizing standout performers from the domestic campaign. The announcement includes a Starting XI featuring players from Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United. Fans can also celebrate with the EA SPORTS FC 26 ICONS Edition, which includes special in-game packs.
15 years ago, anyone could send PC Gamer magazine text messages. We got some weird ones
This article looks back at the early 2010s when PC Gamer magazine allowed readers to send text messages for a fee. It highlights humorous and unusual messages received, contrasting them with modern communication methods. The piece also includes reader reviews submitted via text.
Is Apex Legends Toxic? An Honest Answer Backed by Data (2026) | TAG
Apex Legends exhibits significant toxicity, particularly in its ranked mode and voice chat, earning a Community Safety Score of 62/100. While Electronic Arts has made strides with text moderation and anti-cheat measures, the lack of voice chat monitoring and slow human review process contribute to player frustration. The game's robust ping system is highlighted as a key tool for mitigating negative interactions, allowing players to communicate effectively without voice chat.
