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Steam Week in Review: Steam sales are the best time to hoard dozens of forgotten '90s PC gaming oddities
The Steam Summer Sale offers deep discounts on major titles, but also presents an opportunity to explore forgotten '90s PC gaming oddities. The article highlights obscure FMV racers, cyberpunk adventures, and rail shooters, suggesting that even browsing trailers and screenshots can be a fascinating dive into video game history. It also notes the ongoing popularity of games like Cyberpunk 2077 and PUBG: Battlegrounds during the sale period.
Top 5 Broken Heroes in Marvel Rivals Season 8.5 - Last Word On Gaming
This article discusses the top 5 "broken" heroes in Marvel Rivals Season 8.5 following a recent patch that shifted the game's meta. Heroes like Gambit, Black Cat, Rogue, Elsa Bloodstone, and Luna Snow are highlighted for their effectiveness in damage, survivability, and utility, though the author notes that hero rankings can be subjective based on player skill and rank.
Marvel Rivals Has A Villain Problem
Marvel Rivals, a hero shooter by NetEase, faces criticism for its lack of playable villains, with only Hela and Ultron currently available. The article explores the challenges of integrating villains into the game's lore and discusses upcoming additions like Apocalypse, The Hood, Gorr the God Butcher, and Doctor Doom, suggesting a future shift towards a more balanced roster.
What We Played – Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, God of War: Ascension & Trail Out
Several individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including playing through Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, Jurassic Evolution 3: Rebirth DLC, and Marvel Rivals. Others discussed titles like Trail Out on PlayStation 5, God of War: Ascension, and various early access games such as Kromlech and Bellwright.
How to get Uplifting Welcome rewards in Marvel Rivals
This guide explains how players can obtain the Uplifting Welcome rewards in the upcoming game Marvel Rivals. These rewards are available to players who engage with the game's initial offerings.
Razer announces Soma Chroma RGB gaming chair
Razer has announced the Soma Chroma, a new gaming chair featuring customizable RGB lighting that can sync with gameplay from over 300 integrated titles. The chair, priced at $499 USD, is designed for immersion and offers a battery power option for unrestricted movement. It is scheduled for release on June 25, 2026.
Rumour: Marvel Poised to Attack Free-to-Play RPG Market with 'Project Comet'
A rumor suggests Marvel is developing a free-to-play, gacha-based action RPG codenamed 'Project Comet', potentially by Scopely. The game is expected to feature a wide roster of Marvel characters and may launch on mobile platforms, with aspirations for console releases to compete with titles like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves.
Steam Week in Review: spammy, AI-generated capsule art is a pox, and it makes browsing Steam less fun
The proliferation of AI-generated capsule art on Steam is diminishing the browsing experience, making it harder to discover genuine indie gems. This trend creates a disconnect between appealing art and actual game quality, potentially leading to wasted time and a less enjoyable user experience for curious players.
Scopely is Making a New Marvel Co-Op Gacha Action Game for Android, iOS – Rumor
A new Marvel co-op action RPG with gacha mechanics is reportedly in development by Scopely for Android and iOS, codenamed Project Comet. Leaks suggest early builds feature characters like Juggernaut and UI elements for combat and movement, with character designs potentially inspired by Marvel Rivals. Scopely is also rumored to be working on a co-op Witcher game for PC and mobile.
Former Dragon Age writer says AI could make gamedev 'frustrating as hell': 'How are we going to train up the next generation of devs if we eliminate every entry-level task?'
Former BioWare writer David Gaider expressed concerns that generative AI could make game development "frustrating as hell" by eliminating entry-level tasks crucial for training new developers. He highlighted issues with AI inconsistency and the ethical implications of using artists' data without consent, a sentiment echoed by other developers like David Szymanski and Danny Koo.
Why so many game developers don't want to use generative AI
Many game developers express strong reservations about using generative AI, citing ethical concerns, environmental impact, copyright issues, and job security risks. Despite some executives championing AI as a tool for efficiency, a significant portion of the industry views it as unproven, potentially harmful to creativity, and undesirable by players.
Sony Inzone H6 Air Wired Open-back Gaming Headset review
The Sony Inzone H6 Air wired gaming headset offers a natural, rich sound thanks to its open-back design and 40mm MDR-MV1 drivers, similar to Sony's studio headphones. While comfortable and lightweight, its microphone picks up significant white noise, and its full potential is best realized on PC with the Inzone Hub software for EQ adjustments. It is recommended for single-player RPG and FPS gamers who prioritize audio quality over wireless features.
Doctor Doom Marvel Rivals Leaks Hint at Impending Arrival
Recent leaks suggest that Doctor Doom will be added to the playable roster of Marvel Rivals in Season 11, which is predicted to begin in November 2026. Dataminers have uncovered information indicating his potential arrival, addressing community desires for more villains. Doctor Doom is a central figure in the game's lore and a popular character from Marvel comics.
Marvel Rivals brings in Cyclops, an 18v18 mode, and player-hosted tournaments
Marvel Rivals has added Cyclops as a new playable hero, featuring his signature optic blasts. The game also introduced an 18v18 "Bounty Annihilation" mode set in the K’un-Lun: Shenloong Arena map. NetEase is enabling third-party tournament hosting and has released an updated roadmap extending to early July, including a Summer Festival starting June 19th.
Cyclops Changes Marvel Rivals Meta in Season 8.5
Marvel Rivals has introduced Cyclops in Season 8.5, adding a new poke-style Duelist to its hero shooter roster. Cyclops' kit, featuring a sustained damage beam and an ability to create his own high ground, allows him to effectively control choke points and engage enemies from range. His ultimate ability deals percentage-based damage, making him effective against all enemy types.
How to get Emergence of Greatness achievement in Marvel Rivals
This guide explains how to unlock the 'Emergence of Greatness' achievement in the upcoming game Marvel Rivals. The achievement is related to specific in-game actions or objectives that players need to complete.
Overwatch gives new hero Shion a motorcycle, which you can throw at people when you're not Akira sliding all over…
Overwatch is introducing a new hero named Shion, launching on June 16 with Season 3: Into the Tiger's Den. Shion features a rideable motorcycle that can be used for traversal, drifting, and even thrown as an attack, alongside dual pistols and a dash ability. Shion is also a significant character in the game's lore, having captured Genji in a recent short story.
Marvel Rivals Season 8.5 Brings Cyclops, Massive New Battles And Summer Celebrations
Marvel Rivals Season 8.5 has launched, introducing the iconic mutant Cyclops to the hero roster and a new 18v18 game mode called Bounty Annihilation. The update also brings a new map, K’un-Lun: Shenloong Arena, and a Summer Festival event with rewards and new costumes. The game is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, and NetEase Games is also launching a program to support third-party community tournaments.
First Marvel Rivals leaks in quite some time tease more X-Men, and even Dr. Doom
Recent leaks for the upcoming game Marvel Rivals suggest the inclusion of more X-Men characters and potentially Doctor Doom. This information comes after a period of quiet regarding the title's development.
Roadmaps and Plans
Marvel Rivals is receiving an update for Season 8.5, with developers sharing their vision in a new video. Additionally, Titan Quest II's Early Access is getting an update with Chapter 4: Wild Lands, also teased in a video.