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EA staff worries over Saudi buyout, Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks, and Peak's last major update - Patch Notes #66
This article covers several gaming industry developments, including employee concerns at Electronic Arts following a Saudi buyout, ongoing leaks of Grand Theft Auto 6, and the final update for the game Peak. It also touches on FromSoftware's new game The Duskbloods, Compulsion Games' management buyout from Xbox, PlayStation's struggles with live-service games, and the use of AI in game development.
Big Walk’s Ending Delivered A Gut Punch I Never Saw Coming
This article discusses the emotional impact of Big Walk's ending, which uses a co-op puzzle mechanic to simulate children leaving home. The author reflects on how the game's bittersweet conclusion resonated with their own experiences as a parent, making it a memorable and meaningful gaming experience.
2026’s Best Horror Game Isn’t Even A Horror Game
The cooperative puzzle-adventure game Big Walk, despite lacking traditional horror elements like combat or fail states, evokes fear through its day-night cycle and emphasis on player-driven mishaps. The article draws parallels to The Blair Witch Project, highlighting how the anxiety stems from being lost, poor communication, and the fear of the unknown, rather than jump scares. Ultimately, the game's design encourages teamwork and problem-solving to overcome these unsettling situations.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide August 18, 2026
Sony has announced the latest PlayStation Store update for August 18, 2026, featuring new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. The update includes the August PlayStation Plus Essential lineup with games like Big Walk, Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition, and Signalis, alongside a variety of other new game releases across platforms.
Filling Big Walk with people who had no one to play with demonstrated how deceptively profound it can be
This article explores the profound impact of social connection in the game Big Walk, detailing an experiment where the author gathered infrequent online gamers. It highlights how the game's simple mechanics foster emergent social interactions and create memorable shared experiences, even among strangers.
Orbitals, Elder Scrolls, Duskbloods, Metroid, and more! Pure Nintendo Podcast E175
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode E175 covers news including the anime-inspired Orbitals for Switch 2 and The Elder Scrolls IV's release on the same platform. The hosts also discuss the Duskbloods network trial, upcoming events in Brisbane, and games they are currently playing such as eFootball, The Adventures of Elliot, Big Walk, and Dave the Diver DLC.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 16, 2026 – The Elder Scrolls 4 dethrones Splatoon Raiders
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of August 16, 2026, show The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered taking the top spot, dethroning Splatoon Raiders. New releases Madden NFL 27 and The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition also performed well, landing at second and fifth place respectively.
What we've been playing - "My Switch 2 sits watching me from my desk like the Green Goblin mask"
Several Eurogamer staff members share their recent gaming experiences. Dom is engrossed in the upcoming Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave on Nintendo Switch, while Connor enjoys Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PlayStation 5. Chris is still thinking about the Star Wars XCOM-like game, Star Wars: Zero Company, on PC. Bertie organized a successful community gaming session for the game Big Walk.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Aug. 14: Ready, Set, Play!
This weekend's console deals include sales on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch titles. Notable discounts feature Black Myth: Wukong on PlayStation and Xbox, alongside various Capcom and Annapurna Interactive titles on Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus members can also access free games like Big Walk and Dying Light 2: Stay Human.
Vi tar spelhelg med Nokia 3310, maffia och pirater
Several members of the editorial team shared their gaming plans for the weekend, which include a mix of new releases and classic titles. Plans range from continuing Halo with family and exploring Mafia: The Old Country, to repairing Nokia 3310s in Restory and managing pirate islands in Corsair Cove. Other titles mentioned include Low Budget Repairs, Assassin's Creed Unity, Syndicate, Banjo-Kazooie, Ridge Racer, Marvel Snap, Defender of the Crown, and Big Walk.
I love this controller's sugary sweet design, but you can get a great Pro pad for less money
The GameSir T7 Pro Sugar Whirl controller offers a charming design and advanced features like TMR sticks and Hall effect triggers, along with wireless compatibility for PC and Xbox. However, its $90/£100 price point is higher than comparable Pro controllers like the GameSir G7 Pro Tri-Mode, and its ergonomic design may not suit smaller hands. While it excels in connectivity and software customization, the value proposition is questionable for those not prioritizing its specific aesthetic or wireless Xbox features.
Scabby versus Sharma, Twitch's GenAI admission, and Netflix shutters more studios - Patch Notes #65
Netflix has closed two more internal game studios, Night School Studio and Moonloot Games, despite recent success with its cloud gaming launches. Meanwhile, Twitch confirmed it will use user data to train Amazon's generative AI models by default. In other news, union workers protested Xbox's layoffs with a large inflatable rat and red flags, while the game 'Big Walk' surpassed one million sales and a game preservation project regained funding after previous cuts.
"We're not really sure what Big Walk's future looks like," say the waddling co-op puzzler's devs, though it probably doesn’t involve DLC
Developers at House House have stated that there are currently no plans for DLC or future content for their co-op puzzler Big Walk, as the team needs a rest after its development. While no official expansions are planned, the developers suggested that players can create their own fun within the game's systems, and a VR mod is available.
Följ med när Wakkaah tar en tur med FZ i Big Walk!
Wakkaah will be playing the new game from the developers of Untitled Goose Game, titled Big Walk, in a stream on August 13th. The stream will run from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM and will be available on both YouTube and Twitch. This preview will determine if the game is an epic journey or a misstep.
Big Walk devs talk the Australian bush and friendslop: 'I'd prefer the second word wasn't slop'
Developers at House House discuss the term 'friendslop' used to categorize co-op games, with Nico Disseldorp expressing a preference for more thoughtful descriptions. The team also revealed that Big Walk's environment is directly inspired by Wilsons Promontory National Park in Victoria, Australia, with Jake Strasser detailing the use of LIDAR data and on-site inspiration.
Despite releasing one of the best reviewed games of the year, Big Walk devs don't know what's next for the friendslop banger or the studio: "We need a good rest"
Developer House House, known for Untitled Goose Game, has released their new title Big Walk to critical acclaim. However, the studio is unsure about the future of the game and the studio itself, stating they need a significant rest before planning any new content or projects. They encourage players to create their own games and interactions within Big Walk's 'unrestricted' design.
Big Walk review: A thoughtful puzzle game that takes co-op communication to new levels
Big Walk is a co-op puzzle game developed by House House and published by Panic, focusing on communication and cooperation between players. The game features thoughtful puzzles set on an island, with players needing to rely on each other to solve challenges and collect items. It is available on PC and has a verified status on Steam Deck.
Big Walk Review
Big Walk is a cooperative puzzle-solving indie title developed by House House and published by Panic Inc. The game requires at least two players and supports up to 12, featuring an Australian-inspired wilderness setting with handcrafted puzzles that emphasize communication. Available on PC, PlayStation 5, and macOS, it offers a normal ending in under 10 hours and a true ending around 20 hours.
Games Inbox: Is the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition worth it?
Readers discuss various gaming topics, including the pricing strategy for Grand Theft Auto 6's Ultimate Edition and the potential for a Nintendo Switch 2 launch with a new Luigi's Mansion title. Other discussions touch on Star Wars game settings, the appeal of indie co-op games like Big Walk, and the lack of special edition consoles.
Big Walk strides past one million sales in its first week
The wholesome multiplayer game Big Walk, developed by House House and published by Panic, has surpassed one million sales in its first six days. The game, which features cooperative exploration and puzzle-solving in the Australian wilderness with proximity voice chat, is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2 with cross-play support.
