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Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Outperforms the First Game in Almost Every WayWarhorse Studios lead designer Prokop Jirsa explains that Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 significantly improves upon the original due to the team's gained experience and expanded resources after becoming part of Plaion. The studio grew to around 250 employees, enhancing workflow and coordination for the sequel. The article also briefly mentions recent controversies regarding AI translation and a producer's move to CD Projekt RED.
New report claims Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 studio fired translator to replace them with AI and "save finances"A former translator for Warhorse Studios, the developer of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, alleges he was fired and replaced by AI to cut costs. The developer, who worked at the studio for over three years, expressed feelings of betrayal and highlighted the growing impact of AI on the games industry. This incident follows similar reports of studios experimenting with AI tools in their development processes.
MILESTONE ANNOUNCES THE RELEASE OF SCREAMERMilestone has released Screamer, a new arcade racing game, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game features an anime-infused dystopian story, innovative Echo System gameplay with Sync and Entropy resources, and a Dual Stick control system for precise handling. It includes multiple game modes and extensive multiplayer options.
New Lords of the Fallen II Developer Video Reveals the Deadly Evolution of UmbralCI Games released a new developer video for Lords of the Fallen II, detailing the evolution of the Umbral realm. The video features insights from Chief Creative Officer Ryan Hill and other development leads, showcasing "Umbral 2.0" which is more aggressive and oppressive. The sequel is set for a 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
MotoGP™26: 15 MINUTES OF RAW GAMEPLAY ACTIONMilestone and MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group have released the first gameplay video for MotoGP™26, scheduled for launch on April 29, 2026. The game will feature revamped physics, new rider animations, a new UK-based location for the Race Off mode, and the introduction of 1000cc production bikes. It will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, ASUS ROG Ally, and PC.
Metacritic's 2025 Rankings Show A Major Shift In Top PublishersMetacritic's 2025 publisher rankings reveal significant shifts, with Square Enix topping the list followed by Gamirror Games and Capcom. Nintendo saw a notable rise, while Sony dropped from fourth to 21st place. The rankings are based on critical reviews, excluding sales and user scores, and consider factors like average Metascore and the percentage of good and bad reviews.- Star Wars Galactic Racer Physical Edition Details Announced for Retail ReleaseStar Wars Galactic Racer will receive a physical edition, with PLAION managing its global retail distribution. This announcement details the upcoming physical release of the game.
Fear Not, Collectors, PS5's Star Wars: Galactic Racer Is Getting a Physical ReleaseStar Wars: Galactic Racer, developed by Fuse Games, will receive a global physical release for the PlayStation 5 later this year. Publisher Secret Mode has partnered with Plaion for distribution of the boxed copies. The arcade-style racing game is also available to wishlist on the PlayStation Store.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer physical edition to be distributed by PLAIONPLAION will serve as the global physical distributor for Fuse Games' upcoming racing title, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, under an agreement with publisher Secret Mode. The partnership will see PLAION manage all logistics, distribution, and retail sales for the physical editions across international markets. The game is slated for release in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.
PLAION Signs Global Physical Distribution with Secret Mode for Star Wars: Galactic Racer™PLAION has signed a global physical distribution agreement with Secret Mode for the upcoming 2026 title, Star Wars: Galactic Racer. Developed by Fuse Games, the game will be distributed worldwide by PLAION, leveraging their extensive logistics and retail network. This partnership aims to ensure broad availability of the physical editions for fans of the beloved franchise.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is Getting a Physical Release as Part of Partnership With PLAIONPLAION and Secret Mode are partnering for the global physical release of the upcoming racing game Star Wars: Galactic Racer. The title is in development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, and will feature a campaign, arcade mode, and multiplayer. The game's story centers on a lone racer named Shade competing in an unsanctioned racing league.
Saints Row Prequel Plans Stall as Embracer Reportedly Ignores Revival PitchA proposed Saints Row prequel set in the 1970s is no longer moving forward after Embracer Group reportedly ignored revival pitches. Original design director Chris Stockman revealed that communication has ceased, casting doubt on the franchise's future, especially after the mixed reception of the 2022 reboot and the closure of Volition.