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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin ARPG officially revealedParamount Games Studio and PlatinumGames have officially revealed Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, an action RPG based on the comic book series. The game is in development for PC and consoles, with a release date yet to be announced. It follows a lone surviving Turtle seeking justice in a future, war-torn New York City.
PlatinumGames Revives Gritty Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Game The Last RoninPlatinumGames has taken over development of the dark and gritty action game Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin. The game was originally revealed in 2023 by Black Forest Games and published by THQ Nordic, but faced delays and potential cancellation due to layoffs. Paramount Games Studios has now brought PlatinumGames onboard for the project.
Everything Announced at Summer Game Fest 2026Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of game announcements, including Resident Evil: Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, and a new Cuphead game. Fumito Ueda's GenAtlas, a new Mortal Shell sequel, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin were also revealed. The event also featured updates and release dates for titles like Stranger Than Heaven, Palworld, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation, with a surprise appearance by Tifa in Street Fighter 6.
Summer Game Fest Live 2026: All The Biggest Announcements And GamesSummer Game Fest Live 2026 showcased a multitude of new game announcements and trailers. Highlights included reveals for Resident Evil: Code Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, Gen Atlas, Stranger Than Heaven, and the final chapter of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several studios also debuted new titles and updates for existing franchises, covering a wide range of genres.
Everything announced at Summer Game Fest 2026 — from Final Fantasy 7 Revelation to Resident Evil Code Veronica…Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of game announcements and trailers, including the reveal of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, a remake of Resident Evil Code Veronica, and new titles like Stellar Blade Bloodrain and Alien Isolation 2. Several existing games also received updates or new content, such as Palworld 1.0 and a new season for Fortnite. The event also featured announcements for upcoming titles across various genres, with many slated for release in 2026 and 2027 on platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Everything announced at Summer Game Fest 2026Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of new game announcements and trailers, including Resident Evil Veronica remake, Alien: Isolation 2, genAtlas, Stranger Than Heaven, and the highly anticipated Final Fantasy 7: Revelation. Several developers also revealed new projects, such as PlatinumGames' Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin and RGG Studio's Virtua Fighter: Crossroads. The event also featured updates on existing titles like Palworld and Fortnite, alongside reveals for new entries in franchises like Guild Wars and Monster Hunter.
RPGs like Dragon Quest 11 and Nier: Automata are heavily outsourced, Square Enix producer says, with surprisingly few…Square Enix producer Yosuke Saito revealed that popular RPG series like Dragon Quest and Nier heavily rely on outsourced developers, with neither being made entirely in-house. For example, Dragon Quest 11 saw between a third and a half of its development handled internally, while Nier: Automata was developed by PlatinumGames. This trend is expected to continue with future titles like Dragon Quest 12.
Devil May Cry and Bayonetta creator says he'd rather have a game cancelled than release "something…Devil May Cry and Bayonetta creator Hideki Kamiya stated he would prefer a game to be cancelled rather than released in a subpar state. He emphasized prioritizing creative vision over strict schedules, even if it means projects might not see the light of day. Kamiya also mentioned his work on Okami and reflected on past cancelled projects like Scalebound.
Transformers to finally get a big budget video game as Hasbro invests millionsHasbro 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.
NieR: Automata’s “to be continued…” message didn’t mean what fans expectedNieR: Automata producer Yosuke Saito clarified that the "To be continued..." message at the end of the game's 9th-anniversary stream was a lighthearted way to express the team's desire to continue the franchise, not a direct sequel tease. Director Yoko Taro humorously suggested it meant the team intended to continue making money. The article also touches on the unexpected massive success of NieR: Automata, with sales exceeding 10 million copies, and the pressure this has placed on the development team.
Stellar Blade 2 Isn't Being Published By Sony, And That's Great News For PC GamersStellar Blade developer Shift Up has announced that Stellar Blade 2 will not be published by Sony, marking a transition to self-publishing. This move aims to allow Shift Up to better control marketing and directly communicate the IP's identity. The studio also confirmed that details on Stellar Blade 2 and its flagship title Project Spirits will be revealed this year, with a simultaneous release on PlayStation 5 and PC being considered due to the first game's strong PC sales.- Cygames trademarks Lost Order, nine years after end of closed beta testCygames has filed a trademark for Lost Order, a real-time tactics game originally announced in 2016 and co-developed with PlatinumGames. The trademark filing comes nine years after the game's closed beta test concluded.
The Crystal of Atlan x NieR: Automata collaboration officially launches May 21 - GameHauntCrystal of Atlan is launching a collaboration event with NieR: Automata starting May 21, 2026, featuring a new "Karmaslayer" class and anniversary festivities. The event includes in-game activities, limited-time items like "Pod 042" pet and "Virtuous Contract" weapon skin, and a cross-region Super Showmatch tournament with a prize pool of $8,000 USD.
There are dozens of us! The best third-person shooter of all time sees HUGE* player spike on Steam after Capcom's…Despite a modest player count increase on Steam, the article humorously analyzes the reasons behind the recent spike in players for the 2017 PC port of PlatinumGames' third-person shooter Vanquish. While the author speculates a connection to the upcoming game Pragmata, the data suggests the increase is more in line with historical sales and discounts, though the game's unique mechanics are highlighted as reasons for its enduring appeal.
Is a new Star Fox game coming to Nintendo Switch 2?Rumors suggest Nintendo is preparing to announce a new Star Fox game for the Nintendo Switch 2, potentially launching this summer. This speculation is fueled by the character's recent appearance in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and reports from industry insiders like NateTheHate and VGC. The game is expected to be a 'classic style' on-rails shooter with multiplayer elements, though a larger budget title might follow next year.
Resident Evil's Leon Is, In Fact, Named After A 1994 French Action FilmResident Evil 2 director K Hideki Kamiya confirmed that the character Leon S. Kennedy is named after Luc Besson's 1994 French action film Leon: The Professional. Kamiya discussed the naming process with Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami, who approved the suggestion. The article also notes other references to the film within the Resident Evil series, such as the 'Professional' difficulty setting and the 'Matilda' handgun.
Best Science Fiction Games To Explore In 2026This article highlights some of the best science fiction games available to play, featuring a mix of well-known franchises and underrated titles. It covers games like Starfield, Doom (2016), No Man's Sky, Cyberpunk 2077, and the BioShock series, detailing their developers, release dates, and platforms.
Talking Point: Star Fox Zero Is 10 Years Old - Have You Actually Played It?This article discusses the 10th anniversary of Star Fox Zero's release on the Wii U, reflecting on its unique control scheme and disappointing sales. It considers the possibility of a Nintendo Switch re-release, drawing parallels to other Wii U titles that have found new life on the current console. The author questions whether Star Fox Zero is an underrated gem deserving of a second chance or if its time has passed.
Gamer Discovers Vanquish: Why This Hidden Gem Still RocksA Reddit user's accidental discovery of PlatinumGames' 2010 sci-fi shooter Vanquish highlights why the game remains a hidden gem. Its unique sliding mechanic and fast-paced combat offer a risk-reward loop that still holds up today. Despite launching alongside major titles and not fitting neatly into genre categories, Vanquish's tight design and recent PC and console re-releases allow it to find new audiences.
Is Fortnite Toxic? An Honest Answer Backed by Data (2026) | TAGData suggests Fortnite's reputation for toxicity is more nuanced than commonly perceived, with lower rates of identity-based harassment compared to other competitive shooters. While age-driven trash talk and skill-gap frustration are prevalent, especially in modes like Ranked, Epic Games has implemented moderation tools and default communication settings to mitigate harm, particularly for younger players.