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Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is further proof of the Marvel video game curse - Reader’s Feature
A reader discusses the perceived 'Marvel video game curse,' noting the poor sales of Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls despite its potential. The article highlights a pattern of underperforming Marvel titles, with exceptions like Spider-Man games and Lego tie-ins, and questions the reasons behind this trend.
Game Rapper Mega Ran and Voice Actors Host Live X-Men ‘97 Panel at SDCC
GRAMMY-nominated rapper Mega Ran will host a live X-Men '97 fan experience panel at San Diego Comic-Con on July 25, 2026. The panel will feature Executive Producer Larry Houston and voice cast members JP Karliak, Isaac Robinson-Smith, Zehra Fazal, and Gui Agustini, who also have credits in various video games. The event coincides with the ongoing Season 2 run of X-Men '97 on Disney+.
"It's not like the Eye of Sauron is looking at everything we're doing" – Silent Hill F developer NeoBards on why trust is essential for co-dev
NeoBards Entertainment's Jean-Marc Morel and Wonder Lin discuss the importance of trust and communication in co-development and outsourcing, particularly with Japanese partners like Konami. They highlight how face-to-face interactions and building strong relationships are crucial for successful collaborations, especially given the increasing complexity of AAA game development.
Magic: The Gathering head designer talks about the possibility of an X-Men set
Magic: The Gathering Head Designer Mark Rosewater discussed the possibility of an X-Men themed set, following previous Marvel collaborations. While characters like Wolverine, Storm, and Beast are already present in the Avengers set, Rosewater hinted that more Marvel sets are planned, leaving the door open for a dedicated X-Men release.
Game Preservation Matters: Why Classic Games Are Disappearing | TAG
A significant portion of classic video games, estimated at 87% released before 2010, are no longer commercially available due to delisting and lack of preservation efforts. The US Copyright Office's denial of a petition for remote access for researchers highlights a systemic issue, with the industry lobbying group ESA actively opposing preservation. Organizations like the Video Game History Foundation and GOG are working to combat this cultural catastrophe, advocating for legal reform and offering DRM-free options.
Proton 11 Beta 5 released with more regression fixes
Valve has released Proton 11 Beta 5, focusing on regression fixes and improving compatibility for various games on Linux. This update addresses controller input issues, performance problems, and ensures games like BattleBit Remastered and Assassin's Creed Shadows are playable. The release also includes updates to underlying components like vkd3d-proton and dxvk.
Gaming’s Collective Memory Loss: How Cyberpunk 2077 and Starfield Got Second Chances
This article discusses the phenomenon of "gaming revisionism," where games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Starfield, initially met with criticism for technical issues and unmet promises, are now being re-evaluated and praised by content creators. It explores how narratives about games are shaped and potentially rewritten over time, influencing collective memory and the perception of industry accountability.
Vague Patch Notes: No, ‘foreigners’ are not coming for the American games industry
This article critiques the notion that Asian game developers are poised to overtake the American industry due to their embrace of generative AI. It argues that many Asian companies struggle to penetrate Western markets and that the real issues facing the industry include over-reliance on single titles, fixation on graphics, studio cannibalization, and poor working conditions, rather than external threats.
Snabbkollen – Spelar du något live-service-spel?
This article discusses the live service game model, where companies like Epic Games aim for long-term revenue through free-to-play or initial purchase games. Examples of successful titles include Helldivers 2 and Sea of Thieves, while others like Marvel's Avengers have failed. The piece questions players about their current or past engagement with live service games.
The best Marvel video game you've never played is coming to Switch 2
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, originally released in 2021, is reportedly receiving a native port for the Nintendo Switch 2. A listing on the Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee suggests the action-adventure game, developed by Eidos-Montréal and published by Square Enix, will be available on the new console. This follows the game's previous release on the original Nintendo Switch as a cloud version.
Deus Ex game studio Eidos Montreal cuts 124 jobs
Eidos Montreal has laid off 124 employees due to changing project needs, with studio head David Anfossi also departing. The studio, owned by Embracer Group, has worked on titles like Deus Ex and Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy. This follows a period of significant restructuring for Embracer Group.
"0.63 is the perfect default delay": Bungie, Respawn and Firaxis game developers talk NPC barks, grenade timing and other questions of craft
Game developers from studios like Firaxis, Bungie, and Respawn shared practical advice on various aspects of game development, including NPC dialogue, UI animation timing, and combat design principles. The discussion, initiated on Bluesky, highlighted the importance of small details in creating satisfying player experiences.
Taking Down Thanos: Overcoming Fear
This article discusses overcoming fear by drawing parallels between the Avengers' defeat of Thanos and spiritual warfare. It emphasizes that while fear is a powerful weapon used by adversaries, individuals are equipped with power, love, and a sound mind through faith to resist and overcome it.
Uppgifter: Playstation slutar släppa sina stora singleplayer-spel på pc
According to a Bloomberg report citing sources familiar with the company's plans, Sony is reportedly ceasing the release of its major single-player PlayStation titles on PC. While online games like Marathon and Marvel's Avengers will continue, titles such as Ghost of Yōtei and Saros are expected to remain exclusive to the PlayStation 5. This shift is reportedly due to lower-than-expected PC sales for some titles and concerns about hindering PS5 sales, though the strategy is not considered final and could change.
How well do you know the Marvel video games? | Quiz
This quiz tests your knowledge of Marvel video games, from recent releases like Square Enix's Marvel's Avengers to past titles. It covers characters and storylines drawing from both comic books and films, challenging fans to recall the history of Marvel's presence in gaming.
Forza Horizon 5 to come to PS5, as Xbox Game Pass loses seven games
Microsoft has confirmed that Forza Horizon 5 will be released on PlayStation 5, marking a significant shift away from traditional platform exclusivity for Xbox first-party titles. This move, alongside seven games leaving Xbox Game Pass in February, signals a potential change in Microsoft's strategy, focusing more on expanding its player base across platforms rather than solely on hardware sales.
UPCOMING GAME OF MARVEL’S AVENGERS
Marvel's Avengers is an upcoming action-adventure game co-developed by Crystal Dynamics and Eidos-Montréal, and published by Square Enix. The game features a cinematic story with single-player and co-operative gameplay, allowing players to assemble a team of up to four heroes online, customize abilities and costumes, and defend Earth from threats. It will include free updates with new regions and characters, and costumes can be purchased as DLC.
