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Stupid Never Dies review - from the producer of Devil May Cry
Stupid Never Dies is a disappointing debut action game from GPTRACK50, a new studio founded by former Capcom producer Hiroyuki Kobayashi. Despite featuring veteran developers, the game suffers from ugly visuals, unfunny humor, and fundamentally flawed combat mechanics. The roguelite structure and transformation abilities fail to elevate the repetitive and imprecise gameplay, making it a low-rent experience reminiscent of forgotten Xbox 360 titles.
I got my start writing for a PlayStation 2 magazine: These are my 12 PS2-pilled recommendations from the Steam Autumn…
This article recommends 12 games available on Steam, inspired by or ports from the PlayStation 2 and Dreamcast era. It highlights six modern titles that draw inspiration from the 'sixth generation' of consoles, such as Promise Mascot Agency and Hi-Fi Rush, alongside six classic ports like Metal Gear Solid 3 and Final Fantasy 10.
"NO GAME NO LIFE": Grasshopper Manufacture have leapt from the jaws of NetEase and gone indie again
Grasshopper Manufacture, the studio behind No More Heroes and Killer7, has regained its independence after splitting from NetEase, which acquired them in 2021. Founder Goichi "Suda51" Suda stated the move reflects a desire to "deliver titles in an even wider variety of styles." The studio plans to continue creating unique games with its signature flavor.
Grasshopper Manufacture becomes independent as it splits from NetEase Games
Grasshopper Manufacture has announced its return to independent development, separating from NetEase Games with their cooperation. CEO Goichi 'Suda51' Suda cited a desire to deliver a wider variety of titles and leverage their improved self-publishing know-how. The studio, known for games like No More Heroes, was acquired by NetEase in 2021.
The 12 most exciting video game releases of October 2026
October 2026 is set to feature a diverse lineup of video game releases, including Ace Combat 8: Wings Of Theve, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and Gears Of War: E-Day. Other notable titles include Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and Final Fantasy Resonance, which marks a return to turn-based combat. Microsoft is also releasing an Xbox and PC exclusive, while Nintendo is launching Nintendo Switch Sports Resort.
Shinji Mikami to join AIAS Hall of Fame at 2026 DICE Awards
Prolific game developer Shinji Mikami, known for pioneering the Resident Evil series, will be inducted into the Hall of Fame at the 30th annual DICE Awards on February 18, 2026. The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS) is honoring Mikami for his over 30-year career, which includes founding Tango Gameworks and establishing Unbound. Goichi Suda will present the award.
Stellar Blade developer SHIFT UP partners with Shinji Mikami’s new studio to release a new creative character action game
South Korean developer SHIFT UP, known for Stellar Blade, has partnered with Shinji Mikami's new studio, UNBOUND Inc., to publish new character action games. SHIFT UP founder Hyung Tae Kim expressed his admiration for Mikami's work and stated the partnership aims to support original IPs and foster creative exploration. While the new game is in early development, concept art has been revealed.
ROMEO IS A DEAD MAN review – Suda-Bred Charm
ROMEO IS A DEAD MAN is a stylish, violent, and bizarre action game from Suda51 that delivers on his signature grindhouse aesthetic. Players control Romeo Stargazer, a revived cyborg hunting criminals across dimensions. While the combat can become repetitive, the game's unique art direction, surreal storytelling, and challenging boss fights make it a standout experience for fans of Suda51's distinctive style.
Indie Selects for March 2025: Fresh Contrasts for a New Season
The Indie Select Hub for March 2025 features a curated collection of indie games on Xbox, highlighting contrasts between genres and themes. This month's spotlights include the violent sci-fi action of Romeo Is a Dead Man, the life sim and action RPG blend of Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, the literal money-cleaning sim Cash Cleaner Simulator, the FMV psychological horror Heart of the Forest, the survival horror Crisol: Theater of Idols, and the color-mixing puzzle game ChromaGun 2: Dye Hard.
