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Saros Developer Housemarque Wants to Have the Same Growth as FromSoftware
Housemarque, the developer behind Saros, has expressed a desire to achieve a similar growth trajectory to FromSoftware, the acclaimed creators of Elden Ring. The studio aims to emulate the success and expansion of the renowned Japanese developer.
'World of Warcraft Camelot' is a mysterious new branch of the MMO that Blizzard fans are convinced is the first real evidence of a remixed WoW Classic
A new version of World of Warcraft, codenamed 'World of Warcraft Camelot,' has been discovered on Blizzard's servers, leading players to speculate it's an enhanced 'WoW Classic Plus' version. This discovery coincides with Blizzard inviting streamers to their offices under NDA and follows a pattern of accidental leaks through internal server updates.
Mistfall Hunter's demo might finally convince me, a souls sicko, to give extraction games a proper go—even if it's more modern God of War than Nightreign
Mistfall Hunter, an extraction soulslike ARPG from Bellring Games, is available as a demo during Steam Next Fest. Despite its soulslike inspirations, the game plays more like a slower-paced God of War, focusing on positioning and deliberate combat rather than traditional lock-on mechanics. The article highlights the game's potential to appeal to players who have struggled with the genre, particularly its PvP elements and meta-progression systems.
How To Get Rich In Grow A Garden 2 (It’s Simpler Than You Think)
This guide details the most effective methods for earning money in Grow A Garden 2, focusing on the plant Bamboo as the primary income source due to its availability, quick growth, and mutation potential. It also touches on other efficiency-boosting elements like pets and garden decorations, while briefly mentioning other crops for aesthetic and supplementary income.
The Average Gamer's Lifestyle Guide: Balance, Wellness, and Better Play | TAG
This guide reframes gaming as a valid wellness routine, backed by scientific research on stress relief, cognitive benefits, and social connection. It offers practical advice on optimizing gaming setups for ergonomics, incorporating short stretching routines, managing screen time for eye health, and choosing appropriate games before bed to avoid sleep disruption. The article emphasizes that gaming, when approached mindfully, can be a crucial component of a balanced lifestyle, countering the guilt often associated with leisure time.
8 Open World Games to Finish Before GTA 6 Drops | TAG
This guide helps busy adults prioritize their open-world game backlogs before the release of Grand Theft Auto 6. It suggests finishing Red Dead Redemption 2 and Cyberpunk 2077 first, followed by Elden Ring if time permits, and offers triage rules for deciding which games to complete or abandon based on playtime and completion percentage.
UK Charts: FF7 Rebirth Falls Off A Cliff As FC 26 Returns To The Top Spot
The latest UK video game sales charts show EA SPORTS FC 26 returning to the number one spot, likely due to the start of the World Cup 2026. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth saw a significant drop from second to thirtieth place, a common trend for games after their initial launch week. No new titles entered the top 40 this week.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 13, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia back in the top five
EA Sports FC 26 has reclaimed the top spot in the UK software sales chart for the week ending June 13, 2026, driven by World Cup interest. Nintendo's Pokemon Pokopia also re-entered the top five, leading other Nintendo exclusives like Mario Kart World and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream.
AMD just proved what everyone already knew about Apple Macbook Neo
AMD has demonstrated that the Apple MacBook Neo is largely unsuitable for PC gaming, with only five out of twenty tested popular PC games running natively. In contrast, a budget Windows laptop with an AMD Ryzen 5 220 processor could run all twenty games. This comparison was highlighted in an AMD promotion emphasizing the gaming capabilities of its Ryzen AI processors.
What to Play Before GTA 6: 12 Backlog Clearers | TAG
This guide suggests games to play before the eventual launch of Grand Theft Auto 6, estimated for late 2026 or early 2027. It recommends clearing backlog titles like Red Dead Redemption 2, Cyberpunk 2077, and Elden Ring, which require significant time commitments. Shorter games such as Hi-Fi Rush and Mafia: Definitive Edition are also suggested for completion within the pre-GTA 6 window.
Nintendo pre-order updates – June 14, 2026 – Fire Emblem, Kingdom Hearts, Orbitals, Switch Sports Resort, Xenoblade, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order across the United States, Canada, and the UK for the week of June 14, 2026. It details upcoming game releases, amiibo figures, books, and other merchandise for platforms including the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2.
How To Get Gold Seeds In Grow A Garden 2
This guide explains how to obtain Gold Seeds in Grow A Garden 2, a key feature for increasing in-game currency. Unlike the original, Gold Seeds are not purchased but collected during special 'Midas events' which feature a golden moon and falling golden stars. Players must find and interact with these falling seeds to collect them, facing competition from other players on public servers.
Quietest Handheld for Late-Night Couch Gaming | TAG
This article ranks handheld gaming devices based on their fan noise levels, focusing on suitability for late-night gaming sessions. The Nintendo Switch 2 is identified as the quietest, followed by the Steam Deck OLED, Legion Go, and ASUS ROG Ally X, with the Switch 2 being the top recommendation for playing beside a sleeping partner.
Don't expect the Death Stranding movie to retell the story of the games, as its director says the film will be set…
Director Michael Sarnoski confirmed that the upcoming Death Stranding movie, currently in script development with A24, will not directly adapt the game's narrative. Instead, it will feature original characters and explore a different part of its world, though some game characters may appear. Sarnoski also mentioned that Alex Garland's Elden Ring movie adaptation is currently filming.
Daily Video Game Deals Jun 13 – Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, Nioh 3, Silent Hill 2, Sengoku Dynasty Ultimate Edition, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, Persona 5 Royal & More
Daily Video Game Deals for June 13, 2026, are now live across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sale features discounts on numerous titles including Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, Nioh 3, Silent Hill 2, Sengoku Dynasty Ultimate Edition, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, and Persona 5 Royal.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition on Switch 2 listed as 41GB
The official Nintendo site has listed the Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2 with a digital file size of approximately 41GB. This suggests that Bandai Namco and FromSoftware have optimized the game, resulting in a smaller-than-expected download size for the open-world adventure.
Elden Ring Director Insists FromSoftware Is Free to Make the Games It Wants To, Teases 'Unannounced Titles'
Hidetaka Miyazaki, director at FromSoftware, has reassured fans that the company remains free to create the games it desires without excessive interference, despite recent news regarding shareholder pressure on parent company Kadokawa. Miyazaki's comments suggest that the studio's creative independence is not compromised.
Lords of the Fallen II gets full coop progression from day 1 and confirms a Katana class is in the game
CI Games has revealed that Lords of the Fallen 2 will feature full cooperative progression from day one, allowing players to unlock items and complete quests together. The developers also confirmed the addition of a katana weapon class, inspired by popular demand from the Souls-like community, aiming for a savage yet graceful combat style.
FromSoftware boss Hidetaka Miyazaki teases unannounced games, says the studio should do what it wants as the investor that told Nintendo to charge "99 cents just to get Mario to jump a little higher" fights its parent company
FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki stated that the studio is satisfied with its current development environment and wishes to continue making the games it wants to create, amidst an ongoing investor dispute involving its owner, Kadokawa. The investor, Oasis Management Company, is pushing for changes in Kadokawa's leadership and strategy, while Miyazaki emphasized the importance of preserving FromSoftware's creative freedom for producing valuable titles, including both announced games like The Duskbloods and unannounced projects.
What Percentage of Players Finish Games? 2026 | TAG
Analysis of public Steam data reveals that the median completion rate for single-player games is approximately 36 percent, with larger RPGs and soulslikes seeing even lower percentages. This suggests that a significant majority of players do not finish the games they purchase, a trend observed across titles like Elden Ring and Cyberpunk 2077.
