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Something for the Bank Holiday Weekend – 23/05/26
This week's news includes the end of Destiny 2 development and major layoffs at Bungie, alongside the 10th Warhammer Skulls event. PlayStation State of Play will feature Wolverine, and new titles like Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV and F1 25 DLC were announced. Embracer is splitting, and Sony's single-player games will no longer release on PC.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several individuals share their weekend gaming plans, with "Zero Parades" being a popular choice, alongside "Satisfactory" and "Half-Life: Alyx." One contributor is also finishing up guides for "Lego Batman" content.
FZHS: Forza och tre andra spel låsta
Forza Horizon 6 has received critical acclaim with an average score of 91 out of 100, continuing Playground Games' streak of high-scoring titles. The article also provides updates on other games in the FZ High Score season 10, including Mixtape, The Dark Pictures: Directive 8020, and Outbound, with Forza Horizon 6 being the latest to have its score locked.
How Batman Games Endured The Dark Knight’s Toughest Era
This article discusses how Batman video games navigated a challenging period in the late 1990s, balancing the legacy of The Animated Series with the less successful Batman and Robin film. Lego Batman is highlighted as a joyful retrospective of the character's gaming history.
Game and Mod Development
Rocksteady Studios is credited as a co-developer on the new Lego Batman game. The article highlights Rocksteady's involvement in the development alongside other studios.
Rumor Mill
Images and gameplay footage purportedly from Subnautica 2 have surfaced online, following recent rumors about Forza Horizon 6 and LEGO Batman. The leak provides an early look at the upcoming title.
Subnautica 2 is the next game to leak before launch – will somebody get the games industry a plumber (not that one!)
Subnautica 2 has reportedly leaked before its official launch, becoming the latest game to suffer a pre-release data breach. This follows similar incidents with Forza Horizon 6, a new Lego Batman game, and Directive 8020. The article discusses the increasing frequency of game leaks and their potential impact on sales, contrasting it with Rockstar's cautious approach to releasing Grand Theft Auto VI on PC.
Games Inbox: What Nintendo Switch 2 games will be announced in June?
Readers speculate on upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 game announcements, potential price increases, and the possibility of a FromSoftware pirate game. Discussions also touch on game review scores, saving for next-generation consoles like the PlayStation 6, and the potential for director's cuts of games like Resident Evil Requiem.
Mixtape Video Review - Please Don't Skip This Musical Coming-Of-Age Story
Mixtape is a musical coming-of-age story that is highly recommended and should not be skipped. The article also briefly mentions other game-related content, including Lego Batman, Subnautica 2, and Fortnite.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a celebration of Bat-movie history
WB Games and TT Games are developing LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, a game that celebrates Batman's cinematic history across various eras. The title aims to retell iconic moments from the character's filmography.
NEW LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Gameplay
New gameplay footage has been released for LEGO Batman, which is being described as the closest players will get to a new Arkham game. The article also briefly mentions trailers and announcements for other titles including Star Wars, Subnautica 2, 007, Fortnite, Kiln, and Neverness To Everness.
Games Inbox: Is buying a video game day one a good idea?
Readers discuss the merits of buying games on day one, weighing instant access and being part of the conversation against the potential for lower prices and sales later. The article also touches on Sony's controversial PS5 DRM policy, the impact of studio closures on franchises like XCOM, and speculation about future game releases and company strategies.
Evening Previews
Lego Batman is set to make its debut in a video game, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. Further details regarding the specific game and its release are expected.
Marvel's Wolverine Preorders Waiting On Insomniac's Next Gameplay Reveal
Preorders for Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine are not yet available, with the developer stating they want to show more gameplay first. Insomniac previously committed to revealing more gameplay this spring, and while they are technically correct as spring has just begun, they have approximately 90 days until the summer solstice on June 21 to meet this promise. The game is slated for release on PlayStation 5 on September 16.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight pushes release date up
Warner Bros. Games and TT Games have announced an earlier release date for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, moving it up to May 22nd for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The game is an open-world action-adventure featuring Batman's origins and a wide array of DC villains and allies. A Nintendo Switch version is planned for a later release.
