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Video games are reigniting my love for Star Wars
Video games are currently the strongest medium for revitalizing the Star Wars franchise's narrative, offering fresh stories and characters that reignite passion. Titles like Star Wars Zero Company and Star Wars: Galactic Racer showcase the value of narrative writers by exploring new avenues within familiar eras and surprising players with compelling campaigns.
EA Sports College Football Series Might Get Canceled in Five Years – Rumor
The future of the EA Sports College Football series is reportedly uncertain, with sources suggesting new entries may not appear after the next five years due to declining sales and high development and licensing costs. Despite a strong launch for EA Sports College Football 25, subsequent titles have not matched its success, and attempts at microtransactions like 'Ultimate Team' have underperformed, leading to concerns about EA's commitment to the franchise.
Go All in on All-Out Warfare in Battlefield 6 with EA Play
Electronic Arts is promoting its EA Play subscription service, highlighting benefits for games like Battlefield 6, Apex Legends, Madden NFL 27, NHL 27, and College Football 27. Subscribers gain unlimited access to a catalog of titles, seasonal rewards, and discounts on EA digital purchases, with specific content available through various tiers like Game Pass Ultimate.
Acclaimed PS4, PS5 Co-Op Game Discounted by 70% on PlayStation Store
The acclaimed co-op game It Takes Two is currently available for 70% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $11.99. Developed by Hazelight Studios and published by Electronic Arts, the game requires two players and features mandatory split-screen co-op. It won Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2021 and has received numerous other accolades for its innovative gameplay and design.
Wing Commander 3 ska få en 30-årsjubileumsutgåva
Electronic Arts producer Jim Vessella announced at the Portland Retro Gaming Expo that a 30th-anniversary edition of Wing Commander 3: Heart of the Tiger is in development. Over 600 original FMV tapes have been found and are being restored, promising improved quality for the game's star-studded cast, including Mark Hamill and Malcolm McDowell. The remastered edition will feature controller support, 60 fps, and the Community Enhancement Patch.
EA FC 27 Future Stars Team 2 Predictions For New Cards
Predictions for the EA Sports FC 27 Future Stars Team 2 have been released, featuring potential high-rated cards for young football talents. While Electronic Arts has not officially announced the players, community predictions suggest names like Jeremy Jaquet and Marc Bernal. The article also briefly mentions other gaming news, including predictions for TOTW 05, the status of Deadlock, and Crimson Desert's review scores.
Aream & Co: Games industry M&A generates $57.8 bn in Q3, including EA's $55bn leveraged buyout
Investment bank Aream & Co reported that the games industry saw 54 M&A transactions totaling $57.8 billion in Q3, including Electronic Arts' $55 billion buyout. Public market revenue increased significantly, while console segment revenue experienced its steepest drop in two years across all platforms.
UK software sales chart for the week ending October 10, 2026 – Kingdom Hearts Collection [1-3] debuts
The UK software sales chart for the week ending October 10, 2026, shows Kingdom Hearts Collection [I-III] debuting at #5, with sales split between Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond remains on the chart at #13, while EA SPORTS FC 27 holds the top spot.
Wing Commander and Ultima are making comebacks in surprise Origin revival
Electronic Arts has announced a remaster of Wing Commander 3: Heart of the Tiger, featuring upscaled full-motion video cutscenes and 60fps gameplay for PC. Concurrently, series creator Richard Garriott is set to regain control of the Ultima intellectual property in 2027, potentially leading to new releases or re-releases. These announcements signal a revival for classic franchises originally developed by Origin Systems.
Fan-Favorite 2023 EA PS5 Game Shutting Down, Trophies Affected
Electronic Arts has announced that the servers for Madden NFL 24, a popular 2023 game for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, will shut down on April 26, 2027. This shutdown will make several online trophies unobtainable, and Madden Points will be disabled on October 26, 2026. The game has already been delisted from the PlayStation Store.
Popular PS4 Adventure Games Being Delisted, Last Chance to Buy
Assemble Entertainment has announced that Leisure Suit Larry: Wet Dreams Don't Dry and Leisure Suit Larry: Wet Dreams Dry Twice will be delisted from digital storefronts, including Steam and likely the PlayStation Store, on October 23. This delisting means the entire Leisure Suit Larry series will no longer be available for digital purchase, speculated to be due to expiring publishing agreements. Codemasters, a subsidiary of Electronic Arts, owns the intellectual property.
EA FC 27 TOTW 05 Predictions: New Messi Card & More
Predictions for Team of the Week 05 in EA Sports FC 27 highlight potential new cards for players like Lionel Messi, Harry Kane, and Joao Pedro. The article details expected player ratings and discusses the appeal of Team of the Week cards for Ultimate Team players, while cautioning that these are speculative and EA has not made an official announcement.
It looks like Wing Commander 3 is getting a remaster, after EA producer discovers the original FMV source tapes in the…
Electronic Arts producer Jim Vessella has announced a remaster of the 1994 space combat sim Wing Commander 3, subtitled Heart of the Tiger. The project is spearheaded by Vessella, who discovered original FMV source tapes, and will feature upscaled cutscenes, integration with Wing Commanders 1 & 2, controller support, and a 60 FPS frame rate. It is slated for release on PC via Steam, GOG, and the EA app.
Why is Star Wars suddenly so good at video games? - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that the Star Wars license is currently excelling in video games, revitalizing genres that are otherwise neglected. While acknowledging past quality issues with licensed games, the author praises recent titles like Zero Company and Galactic Racer, attributing their success to Lucasfilm Games' quality control and a focus on diverse genres.
The studio behind Star Wars Zero Company is hiring back some of its furloughed staff
Developer Bit Reactor, the studio behind Star Wars Zero Company, has begun rehiring some of the staff it furloughed earlier this year due to sales uncertainty. The company had previously furloughed over 80% of its employees, but has now increased its payroll to over half of its pre-furlough levels. Despite initial launch issues, the game received positive reviews and performed well on Steam.
Battlefield 6 Season 5 Reveals New Maps and Dead Space | Invision Game Community
Electronic Arts and Battlefield Studios have announced Season 5 for Battlefield 6 and Battlefield REDSEC, launching October 13. The season introduces three new maps set in Las Vegas, a faster Battle Royale mode called Rapid Royale, and a limited-time Dead Space Halloween event. The update also includes community-requested features like Platoons and a Server Browser.
Richard Garriott expands on his comments about getting the copyright back to Ultima in 2027
Richard Garriott is discussing his plans to regain the copyright for the Ultima franchise in 2027, 35 years after selling Origin to Electronic Arts. While he has notified EA and negotiations are underway, EA still owns the trademark. Garriott has not specified his plans for the franchise, and his recent game ventures have had limited success.
Battlefield 6’s Dead Space Event Has Players Storming Area 51
Electronic Arts and DICE are introducing a Dead Space-themed in-game event for Battlefield 6, described as a "non-canon" experience. This event will feature Necromorphs within the Area 51 setting, allowing for creative freedom in its implementation.
It Takes Two gets debut Nintendo Switch 2 trailer, free upgrade from Switch 1
It Takes Two is launching on the Nintendo Switch on October 15, 2026, with a free upgrade available for owners of the original Nintendo Switch version. The game will also feature online cross-play with PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and other platforms.
Richard Garriott to Soon Take Back Rights to the Ultima Series From EA
Richard Garriott, also known as Lord British, is set to regain the rights to the Ultima series from Electronic Arts. This development marks a significant moment for the creator of the iconic RPG franchise.