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Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era Achieves 250,000 Sales in Less Than 24 Hours - GameHaunt
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has achieved remarkable success in its early access launch, selling 250,000 copies within approximately 16 hours on Steam and the Microsoft Store. The game, priced at $39.99, has garnered a 91% "Very Positive" rating on Steam and is also available on PC Game Pass. This strong performance marks a significant return for the classic turn-based strategy franchise after a decade-long hiatus.
Assassin’s Creed Invictus Could Be Delayed Out of 2026 or Cancelled After “Really Awful” Playtests
Reports suggest that Ubisoft's standalone multiplayer title, Assassin's Creed Invictus, may be delayed or canceled due to negative internal playtests. Sources describe the game as "really f****** awful" and "just plain dismaying." While Ubisoft has confirmed the game is still in development and represents a "new approach to multiplayer," its release by the end of the year is uncertain.
Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era’s early access recoups dev costs in one day and earns positive initial response
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has achieved significant success in its early access launch, recouping development costs on its first day by selling 250,000 copies. The game has received a positive response from players, with over 3,000 reviews and a peak of over 50,000 concurrent players. Developer Unfrozen has already released a patch addressing bugs and network issues.
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Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has achieved 250,000 copies sold. The article also briefly mentions a shooter game from Imagine Dragons singer that is shutting down after three weeks.
Far Cry 4 director pushes back against Far Cry TV showrunner calling game stories 'pointless' and executes a drive-by on Alien: Earth 'which turned into a kind of weird Peter Pan gets a dog story'
Far Cry 4 director Noah Hawley is developing a TV adaptation of Ubisoft's Far Cry franchise, stating he will not directly adapt existing game stories. Hawley described his approach as finding the core of a 'Far Cry story,' which he believes is a 'fish out of water' narrative. The article also discusses Hawley's previous work and his comments on the 'pointless' nature of existing game stories, drawing parallels to his adaptation of Alien: Earth.
Former PlayStation boss blames "really sad" layoffs on "misjudgment" of companies: "It's funny to see the companies who shut down, lay off, the stock price goes up"
Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida attributes the widespread layoffs in the gaming industry to management misjudgments, particularly concerning the surge in interest during lockdowns. He notes that despite layoffs, the overall headcount in many companies continues to grow, and observes that stock prices often rise following such workforce reductions.
Free-to-play mobile game The Division Resurgence is launching on PC in August as Ubisoft shares new roadmap details, but…
The free-to-play mobile game The Division Resurgence is set to launch on PC in August with cross-progression support, and an early access build is currently available for technical testing. Ubisoft has also shared the game's roadmap, detailing that new seasons will release every four months, with each season featuring new phases every six weeks that introduce additional content and limited-time events.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced lead confirms "social stealth is back," but hidden blade combat…
Developers for the upcoming remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag confirmed during a Reddit AMA that social stealth mechanics will return. The game's combat system is also being updated to integrate the hidden blade as a critical part of moment-to-moment gameplay, featuring a new defense meter that allows for instant finishers.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era Tops 250k Sales in One Day
Unfrozen, Hooded Horse, and Ubisoft announced that Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has sold over 250,000 units in its first day of Early Access on PC. The turn-based strategy revival, the first new entry in the series in a decade, achieved this milestone within 16 hours of its release. Future updates planned for Early Access include more campaign maps, scenarios, and a Spectator Mode.
The Best Star Wars Games Of All Time
This article ranks the best Star Wars games of all time, spanning various genres from flight simulators to RPGs and VR experiences. It highlights titles like Star Wars: TIE Fighter, Knights of the Old Republic, and Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, discussing their impact and gameplay.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era sells 250,000 copies in under 24 hours
Hooded Horse, Unfrozen Studio, and Ubisoft announced that Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has sold 250,000 copies in under 24 hours since its early access launch. The turn-based strategy game is available on PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store, with a 25% launch discount until May 13, 2026. Developers plan to add more content and features during early access based on community feedback.
The Division Resurgence is now playable on PC – season roadmap revealed
Ubisoft has released The Division: Resurgence on PC in early access, offering cross-progression and cross-platform support with mobile versions. The game's seasonal roadmap was also revealed, with each season lasting four months and featuring three-week phases that refresh content and introduce new battle passes. A significant story expansion is planned for Season 3 in December.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Surpasses One Million Wishlists
Ubisoft announced that the upcoming remake, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, has achieved over one million wishlists across all platforms within seven days of its announcement. The game is set to launch on July 9 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, featuring enhanced graphics, new quests, reworked combat, and dynamic weather systems.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced isn't making the map any bigger, lead dev says, but it'll still take…
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a remake of the original game, will not feature a larger map but will include more density with new islands and locations within cities. Creative director Paul Fu confirmed the map size remains 16x16km but will be more discovery-rich. Previously online-only events like white whales and royal convoys will be integrated into the main game, alongside limited-time missions called Anomalies.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Won’t Let You Use the Hidden Blade as a Separate Weapon
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will not allow players to use the Hidden Blade as a separate weapon, instead functioning as a contextual takedown. This change, revealed by creative director Paul Fu, has been met with disappointment by fans. The remake is set to launch on July 9th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Reaches 1 Million Wishlists in One Week
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has achieved one million wishlists across all platforms within a week of its reveal. The remake, launching July 9th, is built on Ubisoft's Anvil Engine and features enhanced parkour and dynamic weather. However, it will not include PvP or DLC content from the original game.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Ditches HUD for Pure Pirate Immersion | HappyGamer
Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is being explored with a HUD-free mode called 'Resynced,' which integrates gameplay information directly into the world and character animations. This approach aims to enhance immersion by trusting players to interpret visual cues rather than relying on traditional interface elements. The design philosophy could influence future game interfaces, particularly in VR, by prioritizing narrative and environmental storytelling.
Anno 117 - Prophecies of Ash Released
Ubisoft has announced the release of "Prophecies of Ash," a new DLC for their historical building and strategy game, Anno 117: Pax Romana. The DLC is available for PC and consoles.
The Rogue Prince Of Persia Review
The Rogue Prince of Persia offers a stylish take on the roguelike genre, excelling with its fluid parkour mechanics and vibrant presentation. While its progression systems and combat are standard for the genre, the game's smooth movement and well-paced gameplay make it a worthwhile experience, especially for fans of the Prince of Persia IP. It is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Steam Gets Three New Indie Hits in Single Day Launch Spree | HappyGamer
Steam saw a simultaneous launch of three distinct indie titles: Forbidden Solitaire, a horror-themed card game from Night Signal Entertainment; The Division Resurgence, which expanded to PC; and The Dragon and the Sword from CoFUNGames. These coordinated releases aim to help smaller studios gain visibility amidst Steam's daily influx of new games, with Forbidden Solitaire also featuring cross-promotional bundles with Inscryption.
