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How a trip to Universal's Halloween Horror Nights got me hooked on Fortnite
A journalist who typically avoids popular trends found herself captivated by Fortnite after experiencing the Fortnitemares crossover event at Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights. The immersive theme park attraction, featuring detailed sets and characters from the game, served as an unexpected gateway into the world of Fortnite, leading her to become an avid player.
Disney president and CCO dismisses rumours of Epic Games buyout: "Those are not the conversations we are having right now"
Disney president and CCO Dana Walden has dismissed rumors of an Epic Games buyout, stating that the companies are focused on their existing partnership and upcoming collaborative content. Following Disney's $1.5 billion investment in Epic Games, both companies are working on integrating Disney franchises into Fortnite and other gaming experiences.
BioShock Fans Can Claim System Shock 2 Remaster on Epic
System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster is available for free on the Epic Games Store until October 8 for PC players. This offer provides a chance to experience the classic sci-fi horror RPG, which is considered a spiritual successor to BioShock, without its usual $30 price tag.
Disney Says Conversations About Buying Epic Games Are Not Happening 'Right Now'
Disney has denied current rumors suggesting interest in acquiring Epic Games, the developer of Fortnite. The company stated that conversations about such a purchase are not actively happening at this time.
Disney Responds To Rumor That It Could Buy Fortnite Studio Epic Games
Disney executive Dana Walden addressed rumors of a potential acquisition of Epic Games, stating that such conversations are not currently happening, despite Disney's existing $1.5 billion investment in the Fortnite studio. While a full buyout is not on the table, Disney and Epic are deepening their partnership with new game integrations and experiences planned.
PS5 Action-Adventure Game Is Out Today on PlayStation Store
The action-adventure horror game End of Abyss is now available on PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Section 9 Interactive AB and published by Epic Games Publishing, the game has received positive player ratings and a Top Critic Average of 73 on OpenCritic. It is priced at $29.99 on the PlayStation Store, with a one-hour trial available for PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers.
Gears of War: E-Day Metacritic score places it as The Coalition's best take on the series amid layoffs and reported…
Gears of War: E-Day has achieved a Metacritic score of 88, making it the best-reviewed game in the series since Epic Games' involvement and The Coalition's highest-rated title. Despite critical acclaim for its gameplay, the studio faces internal turmoil with reports of layoffs and withheld bonuses, including the game's story director.
You can get the System Shock 2 remaster for free on the Epic Games store, as well as a murder mystery puzzler
The Epic Games Store is offering System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster and Buried Stars for free. System Shock 2 is a remastered version of the classic immersive sim, while Buried Stars is a narrative-driven murder mystery puzzler. Both titles are available for PC players to claim until October 8.
How to get the Jimothy Sidekick in Fortnite
This guide explains how to unlock the Jimothy Sidekick cosmetic in Fortnite during the Fortnitemares Halloween event. Players need to find Cheat Codes on the map to discover Dumpster Dive Sprites, which must then be extracted from a Dumpster Dive extraction site to obtain the Jimothy Sidekick.
End Of Abyss Wants You To Explore The Darkest Corners Of A Broken World
End of Abyss, an atmospheric action-adventure game from Section 9 Interactive and Epic Games Publishing, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC for £22.69. Players control Cel, a combat technician investigating a mysterious underground facility filled with dangerous creatures and uncovering its dark secrets. The game emphasizes survival, exploration, and improving equipment to overcome threats.
Jobs roundup: October | Playstack CEO Harvey Elliott voted chair of UKIE
Several key appointments have been made across the UK games industry. Harvey Elliott, CEO of Playstack, has been voted chair of UKIE, succeeding Maria Sayans. Murray Pannell joins Steel City Interactive as head of publishing, while Dean Anderson leads MV&P's APAC partnerships. Catherine Bygrave is the new head of commercial at Code Wizards Group, and Michał Platkow-Gilewski has been promoted to VP of global communications and marketing at CD Projekt Red.
PC and console revenue charts led by new releases in August | Newzoo charts
New releases like EA Sports Madden NFL 27 and Big Walk led August's revenue charts, while established titles like Fortnite and Helldivers 2 saw significant growth in monthly active users. Collaborations and cross-media tie-ins, such as those in Fortnite and Marvel's Spider-Man 2, were key drivers for audience expansion.
End of Abyss Review – Dread that won’t ever leave
End of Abyss is a horror Metroidvania that immerses players in a dark, underground compound filled with mysteries and mutated enemies. While the game excels in atmosphere and provides a balanced difficulty with accessible resources, it suffers from frustrating aiming mechanics, unavoidable combat encounters, and excessive backtracking. Despite its flaws, the game offers a thrilling and memorable horror experience.
Gears of War: E-Day Needs More Than Nostalgia to Get This Right
This article discusses the potential of Gears of War: E-Day to recapture the magic of the original trilogy by returning to the conflict's origins. While the premise of making the Locusts threatening again and exploring the early bond between Marcus and Dom is promising, the author cautions that the game must avoid relying solely on nostalgia and ensure its combat and narrative systems are robust enough to justify its existence as a prequel.
End of Abyss review: "Little Nightmares meets Resident Evil, but they meet at Frustration Station"
End of Abyss offers a tense, atmospheric survival horror experience at its best, but is marred by frustrating design decisions, particularly in its boss fights and item management. While drawing comparisons to Little Nightmares and Resident Evil, the game struggles with accessibility and can lead to tedious backtracking, despite rewarding exploration with lore and powerful weapons.
Making our favorite FPS modes 1v1 to decide the greatest of them all
This article discusses the diverse and enduring appeal of various first-person shooter game modes. It introduces a reader-voted tournament to determine the greatest FPS mode, pitting popular formats like Team Deathmatch, Battle Royale, and Capture the Flag against each other.
Freddy Krueger, Beetlejuice, FNAF, & More Invade Fortnite in New Horror Crossover, Watch Trailer
Fortnite's annual Fortnitemares event has officially launched with a new trailer showcasing a massive horror crossover. This year's event features characters and elements from franchises including A Nightmare on Elm Street, Five Nights at Freddy's, Beetlejuice, The Purge, and Black Clover. The trailer also includes a prop from the film Obsession and the fan-made song 'Join Us for a Bite'.
Featuring a host of our favorite games from this year and 2 of our favorite gaming devices, you can now place your votes for the best in gaming in the Golden Joystick Awards 2026
The nominations for the 44th annual Golden Joystick Awards 2026 have been announced, with games like Resident Evil Requiem, Big Walk, and 007 First Light receiving multiple nods across 21 categories. Voting is open until October 23, and the winners will be revealed on November 11. This year's nominations are noted for their diversity, featuring both indie hits and AAA blockbusters.
Fortnitemares 2026 features FNAF, Freddy Krueger & Slender Man
Epic Games has revealed the lineup for Fortnitemares 2026, Fortnite's annual Halloween event starting October 1. This year's event will feature collaborations with Five Nights at Freddy's, Slender Man, The Purge, and Black Clover, with Freddy Krueger also appearing. The event will also tease a Beetlejuice collaboration.
Fortnite Five Nights at Freddy's Announcement is Now the Game's Most Liked Reveal Ever, Beating the Avengers and Dragon Ball Z
Epic Games' announcement of a Fortnite and Five Nights at Freddy's crossover has become the battle royale's most-liked reveal ever on social media. This engagement surpasses previous popular announcements, including those for Avengers and Dragon Ball Z.