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Silent Hill: Townfall Teases Giant Monstrosities and Scattered Memories in New Launch Trailer
Konami has released a new launch trailer for Silent Hill: Townfall, showcasing giant monstrosities, various weapons, and emphasizing the protagonist Simon's fragmented memories. The trailer hints at a cyclical journey of redemption, drawing parallels to Silent Hill 2. The game is set to launch on September 24th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse demo releases 1st October
Konami has announced that a demo for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will be released on October 1st for the Nintendo Switch. The article notes that the Switch version will run at 30fps, while the Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 versions will achieve 60fps.
A Castlevania: Belmont's Curse demo kicks off the Halloween season in October, with save data transferring to the…
Konami and developer Evil Empire are releasing a free demo for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse on October 1st, with save data transferable to the full game launching October 15th. The demo will feature the opening chapter and run at 60fps on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, while the base Nintendo Switch version will run at 30fps.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse demo coming to Switch, Switch 2 next month
Konami announced that a demo for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will be available on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on October 1, preceding the full game's release on October 15. Save data from the demo will carry over to the full game. The game is set in medieval Paris in 1499 and features Trevor and Rose Belmont battling monsters.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse demo coming to Switch next month
Konami announced that a demo for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will be available on Nintendo Switch on October 1, preceding the full game's release on October 15. Save data from the demo will carry over to the full game. The game features Trevor and Rose Belmont battling monsters in 1499 Paris, with satisfying whip mechanics, diverse bosses, and customizable battle styles.
Japanese devs aren't facing the same layoff crisis because their executives are paid an order of magnitude less, 'they didn’t get swept up in the live-service trend,' and their teams are smaller, says industry expert
Industry expert Amir Satvat suggests Japanese game developers are less affected by the ongoing layoff crisis due to lower executive salaries, smaller team sizes, and a general avoidance of the live-service trend. While companies like Nintendo, Konami, and Capcom maintain high staff retention, Satvat notes that Japanese executives earn significantly less than their Western counterparts, contributing to greater stability.
Cheapest deals on Silent Hill: Townfall, Control Resonant and EA Sports FC 27
This article rounds up the best deals for upcoming September game releases, including Silent Hill: Townfall, Control Resonant, and EA Sports FC 27. It highlights discounts on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch versions from retailers like Currys and Amazon.
Someone finally gave Metal Gear Solid 2 the perfect mod, letting us experience the entire tanker opening in…
A new VR mod for Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty's Master Collection allows players to experience the game's iconic tanker opening in virtual reality, with both third-person and first-person perspectives available. The mod, created by YouTube user Shiffo, is considered highly fitting for the game's narrative themes of simulated reality and is set to be released in beta soon.
Silent Hill: Townfall's Scotland setting is "really weird for players," but it's one of the game's highlights
Silent Hill: Townfall's developers at Screen Burn have chosen Scotland as the game's setting, a decision that writer and director Jon McKellan believes is a unique strength. Producer Motoi Okamoto also discussed the choice with Konami. The first-person perspective and atmospheric Scottish environment are highlighted as key elements for player connection and tension.
Why do Japanese studios suffer fewer layoffs? Because they have smaller teams and don't pay their execs $30m, says one expert
An expert suggests that Japanese game studios experience fewer layoffs due to smaller team sizes, a focus on protecting core staff, and significantly lower executive salaries compared to Western companies. While not a utopia, the Japanese industry's resilience is attributed to avoiding mega-blockbuster trends and excessive executive compensation, contrasting sharply with the widespread job losses seen in North America and Europe.
Silent Hill: Townfall Will Critically Surpass Silent Hill f And 2 Remake, Says Series Producer
Series producer Motoi Okamoto expressed high confidence that Silent Hill: Townfall will achieve critical acclaim comparable to or exceeding Silent Hill 2 Remake and Silent Hill f. Despite subdued audience excitement due to limited gameplay reveals, Okamoto believes positive reactions from hands-on demos indicate a potential masterpiece. The game is set in 1996 Scotland and explores themes of individuals versus corporations, with its mid-90s setting chosen to enhance the horror experience by limiting technological assistance.
Japanese Studios Are Doing Well Thanks to Small Teams and Pay Packages for Executives – Analyst
Analyst Amir Satvat suggests Japanese game companies are performing better than Western counterparts due to smaller teams, lower executive salaries, and less involvement in the live-service trend, leading to higher staff retention. While North America and Europe account for 96% of industry layoffs, Japanese firms like Nintendo, Konami, and Capcom maintain high retention rates.
Japanese companies like Nintendo, Capcom, and Konami are healthier because they have smaller teams, don't have frequent layoffs, and don't pay executives $30 million, says expert
An expert suggests that Japanese game companies like Nintendo, Capcom, and Konami are more stable due to smaller teams, fewer layoffs, and more reasonable executive salaries compared to their Western counterparts. While global layoffs are projected to reach over 57,000 between 2022 and 2026, the majority of these events and affected workers are concentrated in North America and Europe, with California being particularly hard-hit.
PAX West 2026 at the Seattle Convention Center (photos) — MP3s & NPCs
PAX West 2026 took place at the Seattle Convention Center, featuring thousands of fans and exhibitors like Sega, Konami, Atari, and Larian Studios. The four-day event showcased a variety of video games and tabletop RPGs, alongside panels and entertainment such as a live Daggerheart show. PAX West is scheduled to return from September 3 to September 6 next year.
Games Inbox: Is there an internet conspiracy against Wolverine?
Readers express concerns about perceived internet hate towards Marvel's Wolverine, questioning the backlash against a game with a generally positive reception. Other topics include praise for Onimusha: Way Of The Sword, speculation on future console prices, disappointment with Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and discussions on the timing of new DC Comics fighters and Nintendo's franchise celebrations.
Silent Hill: Townfall’s Use of PS5 Features, DualSense Controller Detailed
Silent Hill: Townfall will leverage the PlayStation 5's features, including 3D audio and ray tracing, to enhance its horror atmosphere. Developer Screen Burn will utilize the DualSense controller's haptic feedback and adaptive triggers for immersive gameplay. The game is set in 1996 and will be released on PC and PlayStation 5.
Metal Gear Solid 5 modders are bringing the open-world stealth game more in line with the PS1 classic in a crucial way
A new mod for Metal Gear Solid 5, titled 'Definitive Subsistence,' aims to bring back the classic stealth gameplay loop of the original MSX2 and PlayStation 1 titles. This mod reintroduces On-Site Procurement, allowing players to find all necessary equipment within missions rather than relying on pre-mission development, mirroring the approach of earlier games in the series.
Castlevania: Belmont‘s Curse voice cast
Konami has revealed the English voice cast for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse. The game features new and returning characters voiced by actors such as Abby Trott as Rose Belmont, JB Blanc as Trevor Belmont, and Graham McTavish as Dracula.
Slangbella, vampyrer och Blizzcon: Vi tar spelhelg
Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, which include playing a variety of titles such as Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. Other mentioned games include HumanitZ, Goemon, and Japanese Drift Master, alongside attending events like Blizzcon and a local video game festival.
Death Stranding games broke even "but not by much," analyst says, which may explain why Sony axed Physint despite it being Hideo Kojima's Metal Gear successor
Analysts suggest that Sony Interactive Entertainment's decision to cancel Hideo Kojima's next project, Physint, may be linked to the Death Stranding series only breaking even on its substantial budget. While the first game sold well, Death Stranding 2 has underperformed, leading to a low overall return on investment for the franchise. This financial caution, coupled with other recent underperforming titles and canceled live service projects, indicates a shift in Sony's publishing strategy.
