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"Marathon is gonna be Game of the Year," actor Ben Starr says, because it has Elden Ring, Baldur's Gate 3, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 award magnet Jennifer English
Actor Ben Starr believes Bungie's upcoming game Marathon has a strong chance of winning Game of the Year, citing a perceived "Jennifer English effect." This phenomenon suggests games featuring Jennifer English, who has roles in Elden Ring, Baldur's Gate 3, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, are critically acclaimed. While Starr made the prediction during the Marathon debut, he also acknowledged Grand Theft Auto 6 as a likely contender for the award.
Resident Evil's Leon and Ada have a son, fans decide, and he's in Love and Deepspace: "Welcome to the…
Fans of Resident Evil and the dating RPG Love and Deepspace have collectively adopted Dr. Zayne Li, a character from the latter, as the son of Leon Kennedy and Ada Wong. The fan-created narrative highlights Zayne's resemblance to the iconic Resident Evil characters and speculates on his origins within the game's universe.
After gracing Final Fantasy 16 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 with his silky voice, actor Ben Starr is ready to tackle dating RPG Love and Deepspace: "I love feral people"
Actor Ben Starr, known for his work in Final Fantasy 16 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, expressed his interest in participating in the dating RPG Love and Deepspace. Starr discussed his enjoyment of dating sims and fanfiction, and his enthusiasm for the creative aspects of the genre.
The director of Tales of Kenzera: Zau learned his most important game development lesson while working with Ridley Scott: 'That's why we're able to make games faster'
Surgent Studios, facing financial difficulties after its debut game Tales of Kenzera: Zau underperformed, has pivoted to a faster development model. Inspired by conversations with Pocketpair and the work ethic of Ridley Scott, director Abubakar Salim led the studio to release two distinct games, Dead Take and FixForce, focusing on sustainability and iterative learning.
The First Berserker: Khazan Celebrating First Anniversary
NEXON and Neople's action RPG, The First Berserker: Khazan, is celebrating its one-year anniversary. The game has received multiple awards, including Top Excellence at the Korea Game Awards, and recognition at the Xbox Excellence Awards. The developers released an infographic detailing player achievements and shared messages from Creative Director Junho Lee.
"I didn't expect them to have the same impact as Final Fantasy 16": Clair Obscur Expedition 33's Ben Starr thought "being an idiot with Balatro" would be his biggest role of 2025, not Sandfall's surprise-hit RPG
Voice actor Ben Starr expressed surprise at the significant success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, noting it unexpectedly rivaled the impact of Final Fantasy 16. Starr, who also contributed to Hades 2, initially believed his biggest role of 2025 would be related to Balatro. The RPG's widespread acclaim highlights a strong player demand for its specific style.
"F*** me, I guess": Hades 2 actor Ben Starr "hated" himself while playing the roguelike because his character Prometheus is a "hard boss"
Ben Starr, the voice actor for Prometheus in Hades 2, admitted to struggling immensely with his character, describing the experience as hating himself due to Prometheus being an exceptionally difficult boss. Starr, also known for playing Clive Rosfield in Final Fantasy 16, found himself captivated yet frustrated by the challenge presented by the roguelike's demanding boss encounters.
"How wrong I was" – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's Ben Starr told friends to keep expectations "in check" before the RPG's launch because "this isn't going to be a smash hit"
Lead actor Ben Starr expressed surprise at the immense success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a game he had advised friends to keep their expectations for. Despite his initial reservations about it becoming a "smash hit," the game has become the most-awarded ever and is on track for major accolades. Starr also voiced concerns that the industry might learn the wrong lessons from its unexpected triumph.
Marathon's All-Important Endgame Mode Cryo Archive Is Finally Here
Bungie has released the Cryo Archive, the endgame raid mode for its first-person shooter Marathon, on March 20th. This mode focuses on high-intensity PvPvE combat, Vault chases, and risky extractions, requiring players to be Level 25 with unlocked factions and a 5,000 credit loadout. While the game has received a warm reception, its sales performance on both PC and consoles is still being evaluated.
Marathon’s Cryo Archive Arrives on March 20 as Ben Starr Invites Players to Scream in New Trailer
Marathon's new end-game map, Cryo Archive, will be released on March 20th. This PvEvP map is designed for teams that have reached level 25 and requires specific loadouts and security clearance to progress. Cryo Archive will be available on weekends, with weekly contracts and vault keys offering high-rarity rewards.
Bungie Reveals All Details of Marathon's First Raid, Cryo Archive; Goes Live on March 20 and Weekends Only - IGN
Bungie has revealed details for Marathon's first raid-like instance, Cryo Archive, which goes live on March 20 and will only be available on weekends. This challenging end-game content requires players to reach season level 25, unlock all factions, and have a loadout value of $5k credits or higher. Cryo Archive features puzzles, evolving objectives, and seven heavily guarded vaults containing the game's highest-level gear.
Marathon’s Cryo Archive map has officially been unlocked, it looks like a Destiny raid, and Ben Starr is waiting within
The Cryo Archive, Marathon's endgame map, has been unlocked by the community after a period of grinding and solving an ARG. The map, which opens tomorrow, features a trailer narrated by Ben Starr, the original voice of Durandal. Bungie's new content is expected to offer challenging battles and rewarding loot, drawing comparisons to Destiny's raids.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 star worries the industry will learn the wrong lessons from the J'RPG's success: "Capitalism is unwilling to ask the why because they’re interested in the how"
Actor Ben Starr expressed concern that the video game industry might misinterpret the success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, potentially leading to misguided lessons about development and capitalism. He believes the focus should be on understanding the 'why' behind its success rather than just the 'how,' which he feels is often overlooked by investors interested in cost-cutting.
Astral Ascent unveils its 2026 Roadmap — New playable character, major updates, and more on the way
French indie studio Hibernian Workshop has revealed the 2026 roadmap for their rogue-lite game Astral Ascent. The plans include a new playable character, Arven, launching on May 14th, 2026, for PC, along with a Boss Rush mode and Steam Workshop support later in the year. The studio also teased further announcements.
Square Enix Publisher Sale 2026 Live Through March 30
Square Enix is holding a publisher sale with discounts on over 200 titles across multiple digital storefronts, including Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo platforms. The sale runs through March 30, with specific dates varying by platform. Hosts Matthew Mercer and Ben Starr are featured in promotional content for the event.
Square Enix Publisher Sale Video Features Matt Mercer and Ben Starr Promoting Titles
Square Enix has released a promotional video for its current publisher sale, featuring voice actors Matt Mercer and Ben Starr. The video highlights titles such as Final Fantasy XIV, Octopath Traveler, and Bravely Default, which are available on PC, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation Network. The article also provides details on the Bravely Default series' sales figures and its gameplay mechanics.
MATT MERCER REPLACES BEN STARR AS THE PROFESSIONAL RPG SUGGESTER TO LAUNCH THE NEXT BIG SQUARE ENIX SALE
Square Enix has launched its annual Publisher Sale, featuring over 200 discounted RPG titles across multiple platforms until March 30th. Voice actors Matt Mercer and Ben Starr star in a promotional video highlighting some of the sale's key offerings, including Final Fantasy Tactics, Nier: Automata, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
2026 Square Enix Publisher Sale Stars Ben Starr and Matt Mercer Recommending RPGs
Square Enix has launched its annual publisher sale, featuring discounts on numerous RPGs and other titles across digital storefronts like Steam and the Nintendo eShop. As part of the promotion, voice actors Ben Starr and Matt Mercer will be recommending games, with their video content rolling out on March 17, 2026. The sale runs until March 26, 2026.
Clair Obscur and Dispatch lead BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead the BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations with 12 and nine nods respectively. A total of 42 titles received nominations across various categories, with Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Arc Raiders also securing multiple nominations. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17, 2026, in London.
The BAFTA Games Awards 2026 nominees have been announced: here are the front-runners for the most awards, including Clair Obscure: Expedition 33, the game we called 'staggeringly beautiful' and 'wonderfully stylish'
The nominations for the 22nd BAFTA Games Awards 2026 have been announced, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading with 12 nominations. Dispatch, Ghost of Yotei, and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach also received multiple nominations. The awards ceremony will take place on April 17, 2026.
