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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 wins 2025 Game of the Year from NAVGTR
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won Game of the Year at the 25th annual NAVGTR Awards, also securing wins for Animation, Costume Design, Original Role Playing, Dramatic Score, Performance in a Drama, Use of Sound, and Writing. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and DOOM: The Dark Ages were also among the top contenders. Sandfall led as the most awarded developer, while Sony Interactive Entertainment was the top publisher.
Ghost of Yōtei Developers Tried Breath of the Wild-Styled Rock Climbing in Early Prototypes
Co-directors Nate Fox and Jason Connell of Sucker Punch Productions revealed that early prototypes for Ghost of Yōtei explored rock climbing mechanics similar to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. However, the feature was ultimately cut as it did not align with the game's core concept of a wandering ronin. The developers also discussed cutting a more complex flashback mechanic due to art asset requirements.
RPG legend advises new devs to be like Hideo Kojima and create their own style – or if all else fails, "have…
Veteran game designer Don Daglow, known for early RPGs like Dungeon and MMOs like Neverwinter Nights, advises new developers to cultivate a unique personal style, comparing it to recognizable artists like Lady Gaga. He also emphasized the lasting impact games have on players' lives, encouraging developers to create meaningful experiences.
Legacy of Orsinium, Skyrim’s Biggest Paid Mod, Launches on PC & Xbox from Ex-AAA Team
Legacy of Orsinium, the largest paid mod expansion for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, has launched on PC and Xbox. Developed by indie studio Veelpoot, founded by ex-AAA veterans, the expansion adds new quests, dungeons, and stories focused on Orc Strongholds. It is available for 1,000 credits on the Skyrim Creations platform.
Xbox Helix tros kosta minst 1 000 dollar
The next Xbox console, codenamed 'Project Helix,' is speculated to cost at least $1,000, potentially exceeding $10,000 Swedish Kronor. Xbox executive Asha Sharma indicated it will be performance-leading and capable of playing both Xbox and PC games. This price point is influenced by rising component costs and the expectation that Microsoft will not sell consoles at a loss, with estimates ranging from $900 to $1,200, and possibly higher.
Helldivers 2 Entrenched Division Warbond Brings World War I to Space Next Week
Arrowhead Game Studios and Sony Interactive Entertainment announced the upcoming 'Entrenched Division' Warbond for Helldivers 2, set to release on March 17th. This new content introduces World War I-inspired cosmetic items, including new armor sets, capes, emotes, and several new weapons like a flamethrower and a gas mortar sentry. The Warbond follows the recent 'Machinery of Oppression' update and is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Sony Rated the Best Big Game Company to Work for in Japan, Beating Nintendo, Capcom, More
Sony Interactive Entertainment has been rated the best major game company to work for in Japan based on employee satisfaction data. The company ranked highest in average yearly income and lowest in monthly overtime, surpassing competitors like Nintendo, Capcom, and Bandai Namco. While Sony's satisfaction rating was slightly lower than Bandai Namco's, its overall score placed it at the top of the industry.
£2 billion PlayStation lawsuit over unfair store pricing goes to trial
A £2 billion lawsuit against Sony Interactive Entertainment over alleged unfair pricing on the PlayStation Store has gone to trial in the UK. Consumer champion Alex Neill is spearheading the case, accusing Sony of breaching competition law and abusing a monopoly on digital game sales since 2016. If successful, Sony could be ordered to pay £2 billion in damages to affected customers.
God of War's infamous sex minigames were actually "designed by women", former Sony Santa Monica writer Alanah Pearce reveals
Former Sony Santa Monica writer Alanah Pearce revealed that the controversial sex minigames in the early God of War titles were largely designed by women, with one chamber explicitly designed to resemble a labia. Pearce believes these minigames should be included in upcoming remakes, arguing they are critical of Kratos's character and serve his narrative journey.
Is Marathon Heading for the Same Fate as Concord and Highguard? | Invision Game Community
The article analyzes the challenges faced by new live-service multiplayer shooters, using Concord and Highguard as examples of recent failures. It discusses how Marathon, Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter, faces similar retention hurdles despite initial testing interest, and its success hinges on Bungie's experience with Destiny 2 and creating a compelling gameplay loop.
Dynamic pricing is creeping into video games as Sony experiments on PS5
Sony Interactive Entertainment is reportedly experimenting with dynamic pricing for over 150 games on the PlayStation Store across 68 regions. This pricing strategy allows for price adjustments based on demand, supply, and user data, with discounts ranging from 5% to 17.6%. The experiment excludes the US and Japan, possibly due to stricter regulations, and affects both first-party titles like God Of War Ragnarök and third-party games.
For a Change, PS Plus Premium Adds Free Trial for Hit PS5 Game
PlayStation Plus Premium has added a two-hour free game trial for the hit PlayStation 5 title, Cash Cleaner Simulator. The trial allows players to experience the unique money-cleaning simulation game, with progress carrying over to the full purchase.
15 Petite Female Celebrities Who Made It Big in Hollywood
This article highlights fifteen petite female celebrities who have achieved significant success in Hollywood, proving that talent and impact are not determined by height. It features individuals from music, television, and film, showcasing their diverse careers and lasting influence in the entertainment industry.
This week in PC games: John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake, and a myth-inspired match-3 game where you combine three dogs into Cerberus
This week's PC game releases include John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, a four-player co-op shooter, and the Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Other notable titles are Mythmatch, a match-3 game where combining three dogs creates Cerberus, and Iter-8, a tower defense game with mining elements.
Sony seems to be testing dynamic pricing for digital games, but you shouldn't start panicking yet
Sony Interactive Entertainment is reportedly testing dynamic pricing for digital games on PlayStation, with over 150 titles in 68 regions showing different prices to different users. This experiment, which has been ongoing for over three months, has seen some major titles like Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and God of War Ragnarök decrease in price, though prices could potentially increase in the future.
Ghost Of Yotei: Legends Wasn’t Built After The Campaign--It Grew With It
Ghost of Yōtei's co-op multiplayer mode, Legends, will launch on March 10 for PlayStation 5. Developed concurrently with the single-player campaign, the multiplayer mode grew alongside the main game. Legends will feature story missions, Survival mode, and a four-player Raid, with difficulty tiers offering better rewards.
Marathon First Weekend Impressions – A Brutal Extraction Shooter That’s Hard to Put Down — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Marathon's first weekend impressions reveal a compelling extraction shooter experience with deep gameplay loops and strategic combat. Bungie's signature gunplay is effectively blended with the genre, offering exhilarating encounters and a sense of unpredictability. Despite its challenging nature and acquired taste for some, the game shows significant potential, especially with ongoing community-driven storytelling and the upcoming Cryo Archive map.
The Best Deals Today: Mario Switch Games, Splatoon 3, Mario Kart World, and More - IGN
This article highlights various video game deals available for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. Featured titles include discounts on Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Splatoon 3, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury, Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, Fantasian Neo Dimension, Super Mario Party Jamboree, God of War Ragnarök, and Super Mario Odyssey.
Artist Embroiled in Marathon Art Theft Scandal Credited as Visual Design Consultant
Bungie has credited artist Fern Hook, also known as Antireal, as a Visual Design Consultant for the game Marathon, following a dispute over art asset usage. The studio conducted a review after it was found that assets created by Hook were used without proper credit or consultation. The issue has since been resolved to Hook's satisfaction, with the terms of compensation remaining undisclosed.
Artist whose work was used in Marathon without permission now has a credit in the game
Artist Fern "Antireal" Hook, whose work was used in Marathon without permission, has been credited as a visual design consultant in the game's final release. Following an investigation and resolution with Bungie and Sony Interactive Entertainment, Hook's name appears in the credits. Marathon recently launched on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
