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DLSS 5 Is Stunning, But It Could Change Games in Ways We Don’t Expect
This analysis tests NVIDIA's DLSS 5 technology across several PC games, including Cyberpunk 2077, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Batman: Arkham Knight, Horizon Zero Dawn, and Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots. While DLSS 5 enhances lighting and details in many cases, it sometimes interferes with original art styles or struggles with performance on older titles and lower-spec systems, leading to mixed results and concerns about artistic vision preservation.
Metroid Dread studio MercurySteam appears to confirm it's making Metroid Ravenous, addressing a lingering question from yesterday's Nintendo Direct
Spanish studio MercurySteam, known for Metroid Dread, has seemingly confirmed its involvement in the newly revealed Metroid Ravenous by sharing its trailer. This follows speculation due to MercurySteam's name not appearing in initial announcements. The studio also recently faced restructuring and layoffs after its original game, Blades of Fire, underperformed financially.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse proves Dead Cells' developers were the right fit for a revival in this blessing for the Belmonts
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, developed by Evil Empire, shows promise as a revival of the classic series, blending Metroidvania exploration with fast-paced action inspired by Dead Cells. The game introduces a new protagonist, Rose, daughter of Trevor Belmont and Sypha Belnades, who wields the iconic Vampire Killer whip. The preview highlights the game's beautiful art style, engaging level design, and fluid combat mechanics, suggesting a confident return to form for the Castlevania franchise.
Sony ville lägga ner Kojimas spionspel Physint, så nu samarbetar han med Xbox
Sony has reportedly cancelled its partnership with Hideo Kojima's Kojima Productions for the tactical spy game Physint. The project will now be developed in collaboration with Xbox, which will also publish the game. Kojima aims to redefine the action-spy genre with Physint, which is expected to take several years to develop.
Sony ville lägga när Kojimas spionspel Physint, så nu samarbetar han med Xbox
Hideo Kojima's upcoming tactical spy game, Physint, will now be published by Xbox instead of Sony Interactive Entertainment. Sony's PlayStation Studios reportedly canceled their involvement in the project, leading Kojima Productions to seek a new partner. Physint is envisioned as a spiritual successor to Metal Gear Solid and aims to redefine the action-spy genre.
KONAMI Unveils Yu-Gi-Oh! TAG FORCE GX, a Remake of the Beloved Yu-Gi-Oh! GX TAG FORCE 3!
KONAMI has announced Yu-Gi-Oh! TAG FORCE GX, a remake of Yu-Gi-Oh! GX TAG FORCE 3, set to launch on Steam and Nintendo Switch in February 2027. The game features enhanced dueling with over 3,800 cards, modern visuals, and a return to Duel Academy life, including online multiplayer.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse bears a close resemblance to another Evil Empire throwback
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a collaboration between Konami, Evil Empire, and Motion Twin, is set to release on October 15 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The game follows Rose Belmont in a Metroidvania setting, featuring 2D combat and traversal mechanics that draw comparisons to Evil Empire's The Rogue Prince of Persia.
Castlevania Belmont's Curse blends the classic Metroidvania's soul with Dead Cells' immaculate style
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, developed by Evil Empire, blends the classic Metroidvania style with the visual flair of Dead Cells. The game features a vibrant art style set in a monster-filled Paris and introduces Rose Belmont as the protagonist. Its combat system offers a dynamic mix of melee and spells, while the iconic Vampire Killer whip serves as a primary traversal tool, addressing common Metroidvania movement woes.
Silent Hill Townfall Isn’t Even Out Yet, But You Can Already Pre-Order It For Less Before Halloween
The upcoming horror game Silent Hill: Townfall, which features a first-person perspective and is set in Scotland, is available for pre-order at a 25% discount, bringing the price down to $37.49 / £33.73. This new entry in the Silent Hill franchise aims to deliver a tense atmosphere reminiscent of games like Alien: Isolation, building on the recent resurgence of the series with titles like the Silent Hill 2 remake and Silent Hill f.
What Is Friendslop, Who Started It & Why it Works
The 'Friendslop' trend describes a subgenre of small, casual multiplayer games often featuring simple mechanics, store assets, and lower price points, exemplified by titles like How to Fish and Big Walk. This trend, popularized by games such as Among Us and Peak, offers a low-risk, fun, and chaotic social gaming experience that contrasts with the prevalent solo, open-world RPGs.
18 years after Metal Gear Solid 4 first launched, a modder has shown off its first modded map, MGS3's Groznyj Grad
A modder has created the first custom map for Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, showcasing Groznyj Grad from Metal Gear Solid 3. This marks a significant step for modding the 2008 stealth-action classic, which has seen limited modding activity focused on performance and visual tweaks.
Treasure of Usas - An MSX and MSX2 Konami game arrives on the Amiga via Hoffman
The classic Konami MSX2 platformer Treasure of Usas has been ported to the Amiga by developer Hoffman. This near 1:1 port is designed to run on a standard Amiga 500 and features a 50/60Hz upgrade for smoother gameplay. An enhanced edition with overhauled graphics and sound is planned for the future.
Konami's Wai Wai World Craft Allows Anyone to Make Games
Konami has announced Wai Wai World Craft, a game-building platform that will allow users to create and play games on PC, iOS, and Android. The platform, which focuses on Konami characters, will feature intuitive tools for beginners, including an AI assistant called Magic Pod for those who cannot code. Players will be able to publish their creations with one click, and cross-play is expected.
September 2026 Nintendo Direct predictions
This article speculates on potential announcements for upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations, focusing on predictions for the September 2024 events. It covers potential reveals for remakes like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, new entries in series like Metroid, and updates for existing titles such as Pikmin 4, while also discussing rumors and leaks.
September's schedule of new games, events, and updates refuses to let 2026 go down in history as a slow year for…
September 2026 is shaping up to be a busy month for PC gaming, featuring new releases like The Blood of Dawnwalker, Silent Hill: Townfall, and Control Resonant, alongside major updates for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, Valheim, and RuneScape. The month also includes significant industry events such as PAX West, Blizzcon, and Tokyo Game Show.
Iconic Silent Hill artist Masahiro Ito says he "probably would have been happier" if he hadn't "sacrificed" his love life for Pyramid Head
Legendary Silent Hill artist Masahiro Ito expressed regret over sacrificing his personal life and love life for his work on the early Silent Hill titles. He stated he might have been happier if he had found a partner and married earlier, despite his significant contributions to the horror genre.
Stunning New PlayStation 5 Action Game Revealed by Konami
Konami has revealed Rhapsody in Scarlet, a new action-adventure game for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Set in 1920s New York, the game features a magus named Ellie Myers who uncovers a world-changing conspiracy. Combat will involve magick-infused beast and magus combos.
Promising Konami PlayStation 5 RPG Gets Release Date Window
Konami's upcoming PlayStation 5 RPG, Rev Noir, developed by ILCA, has received a 2027 release window. The game will also launch on Xbox Series X|S and PC. Rev Noir focuses on a boy named Asch who must save the world from a calamity known as Lightfall.
Silent Hill: Townfall is the most Scottish game I've ever played and the most effective horror game I've seen in ages: 'It made sense for us to dig deep into our upbringings, into our past, and try and build a place that felt believable'
Silent Hill: Townfall is praised for its effective use of Scottish culture and 90s nostalgia to create a deeply unsettling psychological horror experience. Developer Screen Burn, led by Jon McKellan, meticulously crafted a believable Scottish town, St. Amelia, drawing from personal upbringings and authentic details to enhance the game's atmosphere and themes of medical trauma and community impact.
Hideo Kojima intentionally designed Metal Gear Solid's box art to look confusing and grab attention, but stores…
Hideo Kojima intentionally designed the Japanese box art for Metal Gear Solid to be vertical to pique customer curiosity, though some retailers displayed it horizontally. The article also mentions other games with unique box art, like Phalanx on SNES, and notes that the US typically received different artwork than Japan and Europe.
