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4 years later, new Elden Ring cutscene uncovered with massive lore implications for DLC star Miquella
A dataminer has uncovered a cutscene from Elden Ring that reveals demigod Miquella created the Haligtree with the intention of helping his sister Malenia. This discovery offers new insights into the game's lore and Miquella's motivations, potentially impacting future interpretations of the game and its upcoming DLC.
People of Note's hook-y approach to designing a turn-based musical RPG
Iridium Studios founder Jason Wishnov discusses the design of People of Note, a turn-based musical RPG. He explains how the game integrates musical numbers as payoffs for challenges and how its customizable gameplay options aim to attract players to the genre. The game features a "battle-strategic" combat system and allows players to adjust difficulty and skip sections they find less engaging.
Leaked Elden Ring movie set looks even more authentic than Super Mario Galaxy
Leaked footage from the Elden Ring movie set, directed by Alex Garland, showcases authentic recreations of in-game locations like the Fourth Church of Marika. Garland, a self-proclaimed fan who has played Elden Ring multiple times, is reportedly aiming for a faithful adaptation, a rarity in video game movies. The article also briefly mentions other game adaptations and potential Nintendo Switch releases.
The Best PS5 Games In 2026
This article rounds up the best PlayStation 5 games available, covering a wide range of genres and styles from AAA blockbusters to indie darlings. It highlights recent favorites and modern classics, aiming to help players discover must-play titles for the console. The list includes critically acclaimed games like Astro Bot, Metaphor: ReFantazio, and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, among many others.
Elden Ring Movie Set With A Familiar Statue Spotted – Rumor
Footage from the Elden Ring movie adaptation set has surfaced on TikTok, showing a Church of Marika statue and a trap. The film, produced by A24 with Alex Garland directing and writing, is reportedly being shot in England. Director Alex Garland also shared his thoughts on Malenia being the hardest boss fight in Elden Ring.
Elden Ring Dataminer Discovers an Explosive Cutscene Involving the Haligtree
Dataminer Lance McDonald has uncovered an unused cutscene for Elden Ring that depicts Miquella planting the Haligtree. The cutscene provides insight into the game's lore and Miquella's original intentions before the events of The Shattering. Elden Ring is available on multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Elden Ring Cut Content Reportedly Includes A Cutscene Featuring Miquella Planting The Haligtree
Reports indicate that Elden Ring's cut content includes a scene with Miquella planting the Haligtree. A demo of Elden Ring for the Nintendo Switch 2, initially shown with technical issues, has reportedly seen significant performance improvements after months of adjustment.
Leaked Elden Ring Movie Set Reveals Stunning Real-Life Limgrave
Leaked footage appears to reveal the film set for the upcoming Elden Ring movie, showcasing a real-life rendition of Limgrave and the Church of Marika. Director Alex Garland, a known fan of the FromSoftware RPG, is helming the project, which is reportedly filming in the UK. While no release date has been announced, the construction of sets suggests active production is underway.
Star Fox’s New “Classic Style” Title is Apparently “Really Funny” – Rumor
A rumor suggests Nintendo is developing a new Star Fox game with a focus on humor, potentially launching this summer. While details are scarce, insider reports indicate a "classic style" approach. The article also briefly mentions other rumored Nintendo titles and a potential FromSoftware release.
Have a gander at this cut Elden Ring scene showing a smidge of DLC boss Miquella's past
Dataminer Lance McDonald has uncovered a cutscene for Elden Ring's upcoming DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, which appears to show a flashback of Miquella planting the Haligtree sapling. The scene, which was likely cut from the final game, includes dialogue and shows the sapling growing and bleeding. This discovery offers new insights into the game's lore and the development process.
Beautiful unused Elden Ring cutscene discovered four years after release: ‘Two-hour lore videos on YouTube based on this one scene are going to be incredible’
A previously undiscovered, unused cutscene from Elden Ring has been found four years after its release, featuring Miquella planting the Haligtree. Data miner Lance McDonald extracted the scene, which offers new insights into Miquella's character and the origins of the Haligtree, sparking excitement among players for potential lore analysis.
Our first look at Alex Garland's Elden Ring movie might be in this leaked set footage from a lucky fan in the UK
Leaked set footage from the upcoming Elden Ring movie, directed by Alex Garland, has surfaced online, showing a recreation of a church from the game. While the footage's authenticity is unconfirmed, it strongly resembles iconic locations from The Lands Between. The film, based on the popular game by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, is highly anticipated, though details about its plot and cast remain scarce.
Datamined Elden Ring cutscene gives more clues about DLC villain Miquella's original story
Dataminer Lance McDonald has uncovered a cutscene from Elden Ring that provides further insight into the original story of Miquella, the antagonist of the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. The scene depicts Miquella planting the Haligtree with his own blood, suggesting an earlier, more benevolent characterization before his absorption by the tree and subsequent kidnapping by Mohg.
Astonishing never-before-seen Elden Ring deleted cutscene discovered
Dataminer Lance McDonald has discovered a never-before-seen map file in Elden Ring containing a deleted cutscene that depicts Miquella planting the Haligtree. The discovery also includes unused voice lines, offering insight into the game's development and story changes. FromSoftware's Elden Ring was previously reviewed and received an Essential 5/5 stars.
Gamer Completes 25-Year Quest: The Ultimate Gaming Achievement Finally Done
A Reddit user, u/lobbo, has reportedly completed a 25-year gaming quest, sparking discussion about dedication and long-term gaming goals. While the specific game and achievement remain a mystery, the story highlights the enduring commitment some players have to their challenges, contrasting with the industry's focus on instant gratification. This achievement serves as an inspiration for others to pursue their own long-abandoned gaming objectives.
Blighted, the cannibal Soulslike Metroidvania action RPG with "psychedelic Western nightmare" art, is a lot to…
Blighted is a new Metroidvania action RPG from Drinkbox Studios that blends Soulslike combat with exploration and a unique "Frenzy" system. Players will engage in parry-heavy combat, gain new abilities to open up the world, and consume boss brains to gain power in a "psychedelic Western nightmare" setting. The game is set to release for PC and Nintendo Switch in Fall 2026.
FromSoftware experts find evidence Hidetaka Miyazaki's breakout RPG Demon's Souls deleted the biggest middle finger in the series: giant birds that hurl you off cliffs
New findings reveal that FromSoftware's Demon's Souls originally planned to feature giant birds that would throw players off cliffs, a design element that was ultimately cut. This discovery sheds light on the developer's long-standing penchant for harsh, punishing mechanics, evident in later titles like Elden Ring. The article speculates on the impact of such an enemy on the game's difficulty and its place in the series' history.
Schrödinger's Switch 2: Is it failing or soaring? | Opinion
Nintendo's Switch console is experiencing a volatile period, with sales fluctuating significantly due to game releases. While initial sales targets were missed, the launch of the popular game Pokopia boosted hardware sales, highlighting Nintendo's reliance on strong first-party titles to drive console success. The article suggests that strategic missteps in game release scheduling and communication are hindering the Switch's full potential, despite its creative teams consistently delivering high-quality games.
Super Meat Boy 3D PS5 review - full bloodied precision platformer
Super Meat Boy 3D attempts to translate the beloved 2D precision platformer into a 3D environment, but struggles with depth perception and imprecise controls, making it a frustrating experience. While it improves upon Super Meat Boy Forever and offers a challenge for speedrunners, the core concept of a 3D precision platformer proves to be a flawed idea.
Elden Ring: Nightreign Hotfix Slays the Multiplayer Beast
FromSoftware has released hotfix 1.03.5 for Elden Ring: Nightreign, addressing significant multiplayer performance issues that plagued players. This update aims to resolve lag, connection stutters, and frame drops, improving the cooperative experience. The developer's swift response to community feedback highlights their commitment to maintaining stable online performance for the game.
