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Arc Raiders' executive producer admits its developers 'couldn't keep pace with the players' and their need for content, but promises Frozen Trail as the answer
Embark Studios' executive producer Aleksander Grøndal admitted that Arc Raiders' development team couldn't keep pace with player demand for content, leading to player frustration. The studio is now focusing on its upcoming 'Frozen Trails' update in October, which aims to address these issues with a rank redesign, new arcs, and a new map.
Game Boosting Risks: How Anti-Cheat Detects Account Sharing
This article discusses the risks associated with game boosting and account sharing in multiplayer titles like Valorant, Call of Duty, and World of Warcraft. It highlights how anti-cheat systems are designed to detect such activities, driven by the pressure of battle passes and seasonal rank resets.
How to Make Weapons, Hits and Explosions Sound More Realistic in Games
This guide explains how to create realistic weapon, hit, and explosion sounds in video games by layering multiple recordings and focusing on timing and variation. It emphasizes that acoustic accuracy is a raw material, not a final destination, and that well-designed sounds significantly enhance player perception of graphics and overall immersion.
Arc Raiders Prioritized The Game And Its Devs’ Health. It Could Cost Them Dearly.
Embark Studios is shifting Arc Raiders to a less frequent, larger update model, prioritizing developer health over a constant content stream. This pivot, while potentially beneficial for the team, has led to player criticism and a significant drop in concurrent players, raising questions about the sustainability of healthier development practices in the competitive live-service market.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide September 1, 2026
Sony's PlayStation Store has received its weekly update for September 1, 2026, bringing new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. The North American update includes PlayStation Plus Essential titles like Chained Echoes and MLB the Show 26, alongside a large selection of new PS4 and PS5 games.
Xbox Game Pass September 2026 Wave 1 Lineup Announced
Microsoft has announced the first wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in September 2027. The lineup includes a major Call of Duty title.
Jobs roundup: September 2026 | Fandom expands executive leadership team
Several companies in the gaming industry have announced executive appointments and promotions. Fandom expanded its leadership team with new hires and a promotion, while The New York Times appointed Jonathan Knight as chief games officer. Scopely saw two new appointments, and other companies like Arrowhead Game Studios, Epic Games, Blizzard Entertainment, King, CD Projekt Red, and Unity also announced new roles and promotions for their staff.
Jobs roundup: September 2026 | Amir Satvat joins 1Up Ventures as a general partner
This article rounds up recent personnel changes in the games industry, including Amir Satvat joining 1Up Ventures, Ilari Kuittinen stepping down from Housemarque, and Tamara Feiman appointed CEO of Lion Studios. It also notes new roles at Sega of America and Activision Blizzard for Call of Duty.
Jobs roundup: September 2026 | Asmodee appoints Brian Trunk as senior vice president, Route to Market for the Americas
This article rounds up recent appointments and transitions within the games industry. Notable moves include Brian Trunk joining Asmodee as senior vice president, David Scarborough becoming senior manager of EMEA communications at Blizzard Entertainment, and Ilari Kuittinen stepping down as managing director of Housemarque after 31 years. Several other individuals have taken on new roles at companies like CD Projekt Red, Epic Games, and Activision Blizzard.
GTA 6 Fans Are Bracing For One Massive Download
Fans are speculating about the massive download size for Grand Theft Auto 6, with many predicting it will be between 100GB and 250GB. This is based on the historical install sizes of Rockstar Games' previous titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 and the increasing detail in modern games. The article also touches on optimization efforts by other developers and the potential cost of upgrading console storage.
Xbox boss confirms next gen Project Helix is more than one console
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma confirmed that the upcoming 'Project Helix' will consist of a family of devices, suggesting multiple console SKUs or models, potentially including options with and without disc drives, and possibly even a handheld device. Sharma emphasized the importance of affordability and efficiency in future hardware development due to component shortages, while also aiming to expand Xbox's portfolio of billion-dollar franchises.
Weekend Discussion - August 30, 2026
This weekend discussion covers various gaming topics including replays of Grand Theft Auto 5, anticipation for Grand Theft Auto 6, and a look at Modern Warfare 4's multiplayer. It also touches on Xbox's Asha Sharma discussing player choice and mentions Shacknews' own guides and interactive maps.
Games Inbox: Does GTA 6 have the best video game graphics ever?
Readers discuss the graphics of Grand Theft Auto 6, with some praising them and others finding them only slightly better than older titles. The discussion also touches on game design philosophies, the challenges of parenting in relation to adult-themed games, and comparisons to other titles like Ninja Gaiden 4 and Dave The Diver.
Activision sends a legal rep to a Call of Duty cheat seller's front door, films the whole thing, posts it online
Activision has released footage of its legal team serving a cease-and-desist order to a Call of Duty cheat seller at their home in Ohio. This action is part of a broader effort by the company to combat cheating, with over 80 such demands served and numerous reseller operations targeted. The company also highlighted improvements in its RICOCHET anti-cheat system for the upcoming Modern Warfare 4.
Activision serves cease and desist to infamous Call of Duty cheat maker—and films the whole thing: 'We will…
Activision has publicly served cease-and-desist papers to a prominent Call of Duty cheat maker, Elocarry, and posted the exchange online as a warning to others. The company also revealed it has issued 80 such letters and disrupted hundreds of reseller operations. Efforts to combat cheating are being integrated into Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with improved detection and faster action times reported during its beta tests.
I’m worried how GTA 6 is going to affect my children - Reader’s Feature
A reader expresses concern about the impact of Grand Theft Auto 6's realistic graphics and mature content on his young children. He worries that despite his efforts to shield them, they will be exposed to the game's violence and nudity online and at friends' houses, highlighting a growing issue with the increasing realism in video games.
Activision releases body cam footage of Call of Duty cheat maker being served a cease and desist order: "We're…
Activision has released body camera footage showing the serving of a cease and desist order to a "Call of Duty" cheat maker as part of its ongoing efforts against cheating. The publisher has disrupted hundreds of cheat operations and served numerous legal demands, stating they are prepared to take cheat developers and sellers to court to protect fair play. This aggressive stance aims to disrupt the ecosystem that profits from cheating in their games.
Samsung just blew me away at Gamescom with its ridiculously-fast 1100Hz OLED monitor
Samsung unveiled its new Odyssey OLED gaming monitors at Gamescom, featuring world-first technologies like an 1100Hz refresh rate on the Odyssey OLED G6 G60H and a 42-inch curved 4K OLED panel on the Odyssey OLED G7. The Odyssey OLED G8 boasts a 32-inch 4K QD-OLED with up to 360Hz, and the Odyssey OLED G9 offers a 49-inch ultrawide panel with up to 360Hz, all supporting advanced features and high refresh rates.
Konami is aiming for a new Silent Hill game every year with producer Motoi Okamoto trying to quell fears by promising fans that they 'will be able to provide positive kinds of surprises'
Konami producer Motoi Okamoto stated the company aims for an annual release of new Silent Hill games, promising positive surprises for fans. While acknowledging the success of Silent Hill f, Okamoto addressed concerns about potential fatigue from frequent releases, emphasizing the need for fresh ideas and diverse settings beyond the traditional American town.
ROG Xbox Ally X20 is Out on October 15th, Priced at $1,299
ASUS Republic of Gamers has announced the ROG Ally X20 handheld gaming PC, priced at $1,299 and launching on October 15th. This anniversary model features a larger 7.4-inch OLED display and minor internal hardware upgrades over the original ROG Ally X. A bundle including ROG XREAL R1 Edition AR glasses is available for $2,499.
