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Baldur's Gate 3 Karlach actor teases more about whether the "key cast" will return for the HBO sequel…
Samantha Béart, the actor for Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3, has teased the potential return of the game's "key cast" for the upcoming HBO television sequel series. Show creator Craig Mazin has expressed interest in having the main actors appear, though Béart's comments were characteristically humorous and left the specifics open to interpretation. Mazin previously worked on HBO's The Last of Us adaptation.
Summer Game Fest no-shows: The big games that were absent from 2026's showcases
Several highly anticipated games were notably absent from the Summer Game Fest showcases, leaving fans speculating about their development status. Titles like Arkane's Blade, the Witcher 3 DLC, Injustice 3, and the Divinity sequel were among the expected reveals that did not materialize. The article highlights the absence of these games and discusses potential reasons or future reveal opportunities.
Sega stuffed generative AI into Crazy Taxi: World Tour, slamming the brakes on all the excitement after a 3-year wait
Sega has confirmed the use of generative AI in the development of Crazy Taxi: World Tour, a title announced after a three-year wait. This disclosure has generated significant backlash from players, who are increasingly rejecting AI-generated content in games, as seen with Larian Studios' recent change of heart regarding its use in Baldur's Gate 3. The Steam page for Crazy Taxi: World Tour includes an AI Generated Content Disclosure, though Sega states it was used as a support tool for developers.
All Major Summer Game Fest 2026 Announcements
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, including Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN, Final Fantasy VII Revelation launching in spring 2027 for multiple platforms, and the Resident Evil Veronica remake. New titles like Alien: Isolation 2, The Wolf Among Us 2, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads were also revealed, alongside updates for existing franchises and new IPs across various genres.
The Baldur's Gate remakes should scrap the original combat system and fully embrace superior turn-based fights
This opinion piece argues that upcoming remakes of Baldur's Gate and Baldur's Gate 2 should adopt the turn-based combat system popularized by Baldur's Gate 3, rather than retaining the original real-time-with-pause mechanics. The author believes turn-based combat offers a superior, more strategic, and authentically Dungeons & Dragons experience.
"They let me!": Baldur's Gate 3 writer couldn't believe the nonsense Larian allowed in flavor text
Baldur's Gate 3 writer Jack Fields shared amusing anecdotes about the creative freedom Larian Studios allowed in the game's flavor text, highlighting humorous item descriptions and notes. The article praises the game's writing, with Fields expressing disbelief at the 'nonsense' he was permitted to include, such as the description for the Horns of the Berserker.
Baldur's Gate 2 remake is reportedly in the works at Wizards of the Coast
Wizards of the Coast is reportedly working on a remake of Baldur's Gate 2, with a potential remaster of the original also in development. Kevin Martens, who worked on the original Baldur's Gate 2, has returned to Wizards of the Coast and is involved in the project. This news follows the immense success of Baldur's Gate 3 and aims to capitalize on the franchise's renewed popularity.
A Baldur's Gate 2 remake is apparently in development, with the original co-lead designer returning
Wizards of the Coast is reportedly developing a remake of Baldur's Gate 2, with original co-lead designer Kevin Martens returning for the project. This potential remake could also include Baldur's Gate 1, with both games being developed concurrently. While details are scarce, the project aims to bring the classic RPGs to modern audiences.
Our Baldur's Gate 3 quiz gauntlet is complete—now try a bonus round on romance, literature, and classes
This article compiles multiple quizzes for Baldur's Gate 3, covering topics such as gnomes, in-game books, class popularity, and romance options. It aims to engage players with trivia related to the acclaimed RPG.
The future of European publishing is diversity, not concentration | Opinion
Despite financial struggles at major European publishers like Ubisoft and Embracer, the continent's game publishing sector is thriving with smaller, focused companies. These firms prioritize creative niches, sensible scale, and long-term stability over rapid growth, producing successful titles across various genres and demonstrating a diverse and healthy industry landscape.
Forza Horizon 6 is a "perfect game" and "a truly rare gem in a struggling industry," Baldur's…
Baldur's Gate 3 publishing director Michael Douse praised Forza Horizon 6 as a "perfect game" and a "rare gem" in a struggling industry. The review highlights Playground Games' creation of a convincing open world with expert visuals and controls, noting that the game offers something for everyone. Despite the franchise's long history, Forza Horizon 6 refines the series' signature style.
Baldur's Gate 3's Wyll gets "the autonomy he deserves" in deciding whether to break his pact with Mizora, thanks to a chunky companion quest overhaul mod
A new mod for Baldur's Gate 3, titled 'If Fate Chose Differently - Wyll Pact Points Overhaul', significantly revamps the companion quest for Wyll, giving him more agency in his decisions regarding his pact with Mizora. The mod adds over 60 new dialogue lines and an approval point system, aiming to provide a more in-depth and satisfying character arc.
How well do you know Baldur's Gate 3's third act? See what you remember about the RPG's big finale with a…
This article presents a trivia quiz testing players' knowledge of the third act of the RPG Baldur's Gate 3. It covers various characters, quests, and plot points from the game's finale, following previous quizzes on Act 1 and Act 2. The quiz aims to challenge players who have completed the game's final chapter.
The Mass Effect-like Exodus 'is effectively D&D in space,' Hasbro CEO says
Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks described Archetype Entertainment's upcoming space opera RPG, Exodus, as 'D&D in space,' drawing comparisons to the Mass Effect series. While acknowledging the genre's appeal and the gap left by recent Mass Effect titles, Cocks highlighted Hasbro's experience with role-playing games. Exodus is slated for a 2027 release and will be showcased at upcoming gaming events.
Hasbro cancelled a D&D game from the Jedi: Fallen Order director
Hasbro has cancelled a Dungeons & Dragons video game in early development at Giant Skull, a studio led by Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order director Stig Asmussen. The partnership between Wizards of the Coast and Giant Skull was terminated earlier this year. Another D&D game, Warlock, from Invoke Studios is still planned for a 2027 release.
Transformers to finally get a big budget video game as Hasbro invests millions
Hasbro is investing $1 billion into developing traditional video games, focusing on action-adventure and RPG titles for PC and console, and explicitly avoiding live service models. CEO Chris Cocks indicated that new games based on franchises like Transformers, Dungeons & Dragons, and Magic: The Gathering are in development. The company aims to build its own games internally after previously licensing its properties.
Sorry GTA 6, but I’m more excited about these 5 sequels (and a wildcard)
This article expresses excitement for several upcoming game sequels, arguing they hold more promise than Grand Theft Auto 6 due to potentially more manageable expectations. It highlights anticipated titles from FromSoftware, CD Projekt Red, Larian Studios, and Sandfall Interactive, praising their past work and potential for innovation. The author also touches on the industry's current trend of hype generation versus genuine surprise.
Wildcard Wishlist: 14 games we're desperate to see at Summer Game Fest 2026
This article outlines a wishlist of 14 games the GamesRadar+ team hopes to see announced or receive updates on at Summer Game Fest 2026. The list includes highly anticipated titles like Grand Theft Auto 6, The Witcher 4, and The Elder Scrolls 6, alongside more speculative wishes for unrevealed games such as Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe and Persona 6.
I've been pixelating things again for our latest quiz—this time you have to guess which 10 videogame…
This article presents a quiz where readers must identify 10 videogame characters based on pixelated images. It mentions that the quiz covers a variety of game styles and genres, aiming to be challenging but accessible to regular readers of PC Gamer. The article also links to other quizzes on the site and encourages reader participation in the comments.
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone would never use AI, instead wants to rely on human creativity—'I feel like that should take priority over a soulless machine'
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone stated he would never use AI in his creative process, believing it undermines the authentic human element of game development. He emphasized that human expression should take priority over machine-generated content. Barone's stance is shared by other industry figures who have criticized AI for being soulless and generic.
