Elden Ring
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LONDON GAMES FESTIVAL UNVEILS ITS 2026 ENSEMBLE COHORT
The London Games Festival has announced its 2026 Ensemble cohort, highlighting Black, Asian, and underrepresented ethnic creatives in the UK games industry. The program, curated by Sharna Jackson, features eight individuals in roles ranging from game directors to audio designers, with an installation at Trafalgar Square and features at New Game Plus.
Games Inbox: What is your favourite retro video game format?
Readers discuss their favorite retro gaming formats, with the Atari ST, ZX Spectrum, and Commodore 64 being popular choices. The discussion also touches on anticipation for upcoming games like The Witcher 4 and Switch 2, as well as the perceived decline of studios like Firaxis.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Pre-Orders Appear on Amazon for $79.99
Pre-orders for Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, including the base game and Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, have appeared on Amazon for $79.99, suggesting a potential Nintendo Switch release. The edition includes a game-key card and a full game download of 75 GB. FromSoftware is also reportedly working on a multiplayer title called The Duskbloods, slated for late 2026.
Split Fiction developer Hazelight celebrates 50 million games sales, but it's not its newest game that dominates the pie chart
Hazelight Studios, known for games like It Takes Two and A Way Out, announced it has surpassed 50 million game sales across its titles. It Takes Two is the studio's best-selling game with 30 million units sold, surpassing Split Fiction and A Way Out. The developer also confirmed it is working on its fourth game, which is expected to feature co-op gameplay.
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light is delayed until later this summer
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of IO Interactive's "007 First Light" has been delayed until later this summer, while the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC versions are still set for a May 27 release. The developer cited a desire to provide the best possible game experience across all platforms. This delay follows reports of difficulties in porting games to the Nintendo Switch 2, with other titles like "Elden Ring" also experiencing delays on the platform.
Elden Ring Dataminer Uncovers Unused Cutscene That May Shed New Light on the Lore
A dataminer has discovered an unused cutscene within Elden Ring's game files. This hidden content may offer significant new insights into the game's established lore.
Games Inbox: What is the best PS5 game?
Readers discuss their favorite PlayStation 5 games, with Elden Ring being a popular choice. The discussion also touches on the potential for Star Fox and Ecco the Dolphin remasters, concerns about developer survival, and the future of live service games.
Unseen Miquella Scene Unearthed in Elden Ring Datamine Years After Release
Dataminer Lance McDonald has uncovered an unused cutscene in Elden Ring showing Miquella planting the Haligtree, along with associated dialogue. This discovery, years after the game's release, highlights the depth of FromSoftware's lore and the dedication of its fanbase in uncovering hidden details.
What if the industry started remaking bad games instead of good ones?
This opinion piece argues that the video game industry should focus on remaking underperforming but promising titles rather than constantly redoing successful ones. It suggests that remaking games like Dark Souls 2 or Legacy of Kain: Defiance could unlock their full potential and foster more innovation, contrasting this with the current trend of remaking established hits like Final Fantasy VII.
The Big Elden Ring Movie Brings Nick Offerman To The Lands Between
Filming is underway for an Elden Ring movie adaptation, with actor Nick Offerman joining the cast. Leaked set images reveal faithful recreations of locations from the FromSoftware game. Director Alex Garland, who has extensive experience with the game, is helming the project.
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon Is Revitalizing the Dark Fantasy RPG Genre
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon is revitalizing the dark fantasy RPG genre by offering a gritty, unpredictable first-person open-world experience reminiscent of early 2010s classics. Despite some technical imperfections on consoles, its deep lore, impactful choices, flexible combat, and strong atmosphere make it a distinctive adventure for players seeking a challenging and morally complex world.
Bite By Night Update Log
The latest update log for Bite By Night details new content including skins, emotes, and daily rewards. The update also introduces a new HUD, a photosensitive warning, and a codes function. Significant balance changes have been made to various classes, killers, and mechanics, alongside price adjustments for some in-game items.
Games Inbox: What was the best ZX Spectrum game?
Readers discuss their favorite ZX Spectrum games, with titles like Elite, Knight Lore, and The Great Escape being highlighted. Other topics include the story pacing of Resident Evil Requiem, the potential of an Elden Ring movie, rising amiibo prices, console storage solutions, and the pricing of new racing games.
A24's Elden Ring movie seems to be in production with an elaborate set discovered in a random field
A24's film adaptation of Elden Ring appears to be in production, with a TikTok video revealing a detailed set featuring a statue of Queen Marika in England. Director Alex Garland, known for his work on Ex Machina and Annihilation, is helming the project and has developed a 160-page script. George R. R. Martin is also involved as a producer, suggesting a faithful adaptation of the game's lore.
4 years later, new Elden Ring cutscene uncovered with massive lore implications for DLC star Miquella
A dataminer has uncovered a cutscene from Elden Ring that reveals demigod Miquella created the Haligtree with the intention of helping his sister Malenia. This discovery offers new insights into the game's lore and Miquella's motivations, potentially impacting future interpretations of the game and its upcoming DLC.
People of Note's hook-y approach to designing a turn-based musical RPG
Iridium Studios founder Jason Wishnov discusses the design of People of Note, a turn-based musical RPG. He explains how the game integrates musical numbers as payoffs for challenges and how its customizable gameplay options aim to attract players to the genre. The game features a "battle-strategic" combat system and allows players to adjust difficulty and skip sections they find less engaging.
Baldur's Gate 3 Shadowheart actor says Hades has become a comfort game, though she's "too bad" to…
Jennifer English, the voice actor for Shadowheart in Baldur's Gate 3, shared that Hades has become a comfort game for her, though she admits to struggling with its difficulty and wishes for an easy mode. She also mentioned her past gaming habits, including being banned from the PlayStation for playing Soul Blade and her tendency to hyperfocus on games like The Sims.
Leaked Elden Ring movie set looks even more authentic than Super Mario Galaxy
Leaked footage from the Elden Ring movie set, directed by Alex Garland, showcases authentic recreations of in-game locations like the Fourth Church of Marika. Garland, a self-proclaimed fan who has played Elden Ring multiple times, is reportedly aiming for a faithful adaptation, a rarity in video game movies. The article also briefly mentions other game adaptations and potential Nintendo Switch releases.
Analysis Paralysis: How to Pick a Game When You Have 2 Hours
This article analyzes the phenomenon of 'analysis paralysis' in gaming, where having too many options leads to indecision and playing less. It explores psychological concepts like the paradox of choice and decision fatigue, offering practical strategies such as limiting installed games to three, matching energy levels to game demands, and using simple decision-making tricks to overcome backlog overwhelm. The piece also touches on recognizing when gaming paralysis might signal burnout or deeper issues.
Board Games for Video Gamers: Tabletop That Feels Like Your Favorite Games
This guide matches board games to popular video game genres, suggesting titles like Slay the Spire: The Board Game for roguelike fans and Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion for action RPG players. It emphasizes that many board games offer similar strategic depth and satisfying loops to video games, often with a lower time commitment and a unique social element.
