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Star Wars Galactic Racer is surprisingly deep and pod racing at its finestStar Wars Galactic Racer, developed by Fuse Games, offers a surprisingly deep and engaging pod racing experience. Creative Director Kieran Crimmins highlights the game's massive scale, intense mechanics, and extensive customization options, aiming for an 'easy to learn, hard to master' approach. The game features a roguelike-esque story mode with third-person hub exploration and a robust upgrade system for speeders.
Stuntman Hollywood will feature a homage to Fast & Furious' most ridiculous stuntSaber Interactive's upcoming game, Stuntman Hollywood, will feature a homage to a ridiculous stunt from the Fast & Furious franchise, specifically the Lykan HyperSport jump between buildings. Chief Creative Officer Tim Willits confirmed the inclusion, highlighting the game's focus on daredevilry and collaborative licensing with other IPs like Back to the Future and Knight Rider.
Sim racing is flourishing, but what happened to the arcade racer?The article discusses the decline of arcade racers and the rise of sim racing, noting that while sim player counts have surged, mainstream racing games have dwindled to a few franchises like Forza Horizon. The author suggests that the increased accessibility and popularity of real-world motorsport, partly fueled by media like Netflix's Drive to Survive, has driven the growth of sim racing as a more accessible alternative to participating in actual racing.
Dave the Diver becomes a real boy in this new live-action trailer for the upcoming In the Jungle DLCA new live-action trailer has been released for Dave the Diver's upcoming 'In the Jungle' DLC, launching on June 18. The trailer showcases new gameplay elements including photography, rhythm games, and combat against jungle creatures, alongside land-based activities and relationship building reminiscent of Stardew Valley. The DLC will introduce the new Utara Lake area with mangrove trees and sunken ruins.
Remember when Star Wars and Command & Conquer ruled PC gaming? June in PC Gamer 10, 20, and 30 years agoThis article looks back at PC gaming from June 1996, 2006, and 2016, highlighting cover stories like Star Wars: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter, Command & Conquer 3, and Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 3. It also touches on the evolution of gaming monitors and significant news from those respective months.
Forza Horizon 6 gets customisable interiors thanks to a modder who couldn't resist swapping the seats of their beemerA modder named Smidgeee has introduced customizable interiors to Forza Horizon 6, starting with the BMW M4 Coupé. This mod allows players to swap seats, steering wheels, and customize interior colors, addressing a notable omission in the game's existing customization options. The modder plans to expand support to more vehicles in the future.- Forza Horizon and Need for Speed Meet in Maverick Games’ Debut Driving ProjectMaverick Games has revealed its debut AAA title, Clutch, an open-world action-driving game. The project draws inspiration from established franchises like Forza Horizon and Need for Speed.
16 years after attending a Fallout: New Vegas launch event, Aaron Paul gets cast in Fallout Season 3Actor Aaron Paul, known for his role in Breaking Bad, has been cast in the upcoming third season of Prime Video's Fallout series. Paul previously attended a launch event for Fallout: New Vegas in 2010 and has appeared in other video game adaptations like Need for Speed and Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV. His casting adds to a growing list of actors transitioning between video games and television.
Steam week in review: Forza Horizon is the last truly mainstream multiplatform racing seriesForza Horizon 6 is a top seller on Steam, with over 500,000 pre-orders reported by mid-April, indicating strong consumer interest despite the game's not yet being released. The article discusses the declining mainstream relevance of racing games, with Forza Horizon being a notable exception, and analyzes sales trends for various racing titles on Steam.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer: The Big Preview – Exclusive access with Lucasfilm and Fuse GamesFuse Games, with veterans from Burnout and Need for Speed, is developing Star Wars: Galactic Racer, a modernized sci-fi racing game set across various Star Wars planets. Lucasfilm is involved in creating this experience, aiming to highlight the thrill of high-speed racing within the Star Wars universe, drawing inspiration from prequel trilogy podraces and original trilogy trench runs.
Screamer Review - Pedal to the Metal | TNSThe review for Screamer suggests the arcade racer lacks innovation, focusing on flash over substance with a weak story mode. While some players enjoy arcade racers, the article notes that the genre has declined, with many titles failing to capture lasting appeal or becoming niche.
Screamer Review - Old School Racing Vibes with a High Speed Twist | COGconnectedThe review for Screamer suggests it offers old-school arcade racing vibes with a high-speed twist, though some players feel the hype outpaces the actual gameplay. Discussions in the comments highlight a divide between realistic and arcade racing preferences, with many lamenting the perceived decline of the arcade racing genre.
Electronic Arts Sold in $55 Billion Deal to PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners - New Game NetworkElectronic Arts (EA) has confirmed a $55 billion all-cash acquisition by a consortium including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners. The deal, expected to close in early fiscal year 2027, will take EA private, with shareholders receiving $210 per share. Andrew Wilson will continue as Chairman and CEO, with the investors planning significant expansion and innovation for the publisher.
Another Video Game MovieThis opinion piece discusses the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog movie, highlighting the controversy surrounding its initial character design and the subsequent redesign after fan backlash. The author praises Paramount Pictures for listening to the audience and speculates on the film's potential success compared to previous video game adaptations.- Burnout Paradise Remastered ReviewBurnout Paradise Remastered offers a fresh and exciting experience a decade after its original release, with higher resolution and texture touch-ups enhancing the classic gameplay. While the remaster includes all previously released DLC, giving players access to faster cars early on can slightly diminish the core progression. Despite some dated elements like the lack of fast travel, the game's expertly designed city and high-speed action remain compelling.