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Xbox will reveal platforms only when games get release dates
Xbox will now announce platform availability for games only when their release dates are confirmed, according to Xbox Chief Content Officer Matt Booty. This shift aims to provide more flexibility, with multiplayer and live-service titles continuing to be multiplatform, while some single-player games may become Xbox console exclusives. Previous platform commitments will be honored, and decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Marsupilami 2 - Salsa Palombia is 2D Platforming at Its Best 🥭
Marsupilami 2 - Salsa Palombia is a superb 2D platformer that builds upon its predecessor with intuitive controls and engaging gameplay. Players can swap between unique characters like Twister, Hope, and Punch, each with distinct abilities that add depth to the clever stage designs and puzzles. The game features bright, colorful, and stylish graphics that rival some Nintendo titles, with well-animated characters and varied, fun stage designs offering multiple paths for progression.
Xbox Walks Back Multiplatform Ad Strategy in Response to Fan Feedback
Xbox has reversed its strategy of highlighting multiplatform games with competitor logos following fan feedback. New Xbox boss Asha Sharma acknowledged the decision was a "miss" and that adjustments will be made for future Xbox shows. This shift raises questions about how future presentations will handle games also releasing on PlayStation and Nintendo platforms.
Tilt It! Golf | A bite-sized physics-based twist on mini-golf
Untold Tales and Kutki Cave announced Tilt It! Golf, a physics-based mini-golf game where players tilt the course to guide the ball. It will be released on PC, Nintendo, Android, and Huawei app stores this summer, featuring 300 holes across 15 biomes.
Time to re-Kinect? Sell-out family console Nex Playground is about to release in the UK and Ireland
The Nex Playground, a family-focused console utilizing camera-based motion controls, is set to launch in the UK and Ireland in late June after achieving significant success in the US. Pre-orders are now open, with the console priced at £269 and requiring a subscription for full game library access. Nex aims to address parental concerns about children's screen time and exposure to mature content.
Spanky Bat-A-Swing: Videogame or sexual fetish?
Spanky Bat-A-Swing, a 3D rhythm-based platformer inspired by 1930s cartoons and swing music, is in development by Green Flamingo. The game features an original electro swing soundtrack, hand-animated visuals, and will launch on PC, Nintendo, and Xbox platforms. A demo is available on Steam, and a Kickstarter campaign is planned, though a release date has not yet been announced.
Atari just bought the rights to the big daddy of PC RPGs, and a reissue campaign is afoot
Atari has acquired the rights to the influential Wizardry RPG franchise, with plans for reissues, remasters, and console ports. The first game, Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord, released in 1981, pioneered grid-based first-person RPGs and was highly influential, especially in Japan. Many early titles in the series have been unavailable for decades.
Krossplay Now Available in Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection
Digital Eclipse and Atari have released a Krossplay update for Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, allowing players to compete across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and PC platforms. The update adds cross-platform play to Quick Play and Online Arcade modes. The article also briefly mentions new demos and events for other games like Talystro, Ashes, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, Solitaire Clash, and Pokémon GO.
The Complete History Of The Xbox Logo: From Green Glow To Modern Minimal
This article traces the evolution of the Xbox logo from its inception in the late 1990s to a new design introduced in 2026. It details the various iterations of the logo, highlighting changes in color, shape, and font that reflected the console's branding and market position across different generations, including the Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
Crimson Desert is just more proof that waiting to play games is the best
This article argues that waiting to play new games, especially after initial patches and bug fixes, leads to a better overall experience. The author uses Crimson Desert as an example, noting how the game has improved significantly since its March 19 release due to developer updates addressing AI assets, controls, and bugs. The piece suggests that patience is rewarded with a more polished and enjoyable gaming experience, especially for titles with complex development cycles like those from Ubisoft and Bethesda.
"A Big Miscalculation On My Part" – Hideki Kamiya On Leaving Bayonetta 3 Up To Interpretation
Hideki Kamiya, creator of the Bayonetta series, discusses his views on the narrative interpretation of Bayonetta 3, particularly its ending and multiverse elements. He acknowledges that his explanations for the multiverse were not sufficiently clear in earlier games and that the ending's implication of Bayonetta's survival may have been misinterpreted by players. Kamiya has since left PlatinumGames and is now working on a sequel to Okami with his new studio, Clovers.
Shuhei Yoshida Says Former SIE CEO Wanted to Remove Him From First-Party Development
Shuhei Yoshida revealed in an interview that former Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan removed him from his first-party development role in 2019 because Yoshida refused to follow Ryan's "ridiculous" requests. Yoshida, who had led first-party development for 11 years and worked on titles like Ghost of Tsushima, was then moved to support indie game development. He stated that this transition was more significant to him personally than leaving the company later to work freelance, where he now has the freedom to discuss other platforms like Nintendo and Xbox.
This mobile controller has fixed a 24 year gripe in one simple solution
The EasySMX M20 controller addresses a long-standing issue with rotating face buttons, which have caused accidental inputs for 24 years across Xbox and Nintendo platforms. This new controller features swappable face buttons to reduce mental gymnastics when switching between different control schemes or emulating systems. Other companies like GameSir and Hyperkin are also exploring modular controller designs.
Bloober Team expands leadership, as studio steps up to seven horror titles in active development
Bloober Team, the developer behind the Silent Hill 2 remake, has expanded its leadership team and is now actively developing seven horror titles, including two single-player games and five in co-development. CEO Piotr Babieno emphasized a focus on sustainable development and financial discipline over rapid, reckless growth. The studio aims for a balanced approach with two core first-party production teams and an expanding co-development label.
Japans 12 Million Crypto Users Propel Web3 Gaming Growth
Japan's gaming industry is experiencing significant growth in Web3 gaming, fueled by over 12 million cryptocurrency users and a favorable regulatory environment. Major companies like Square Enix, Sega, Bandai Namco, and Konami are investing heavily in blockchain technology, aiming to leverage the nation's strong intellectual property in anime and manga. The government is also working towards a flat 20% tax rate on cryptocurrency gains by 2026 to further bolster the sector.
How to transfer Pokémon from HOME and use them in Pokémon Champions
This guide explains how to transfer Pokémon from Pokémon HOME to Pokémon Champions. Players need to use the same Nintendo account on both applications and initiate the transfer from the HOME app's options menu. Once transferred, Pokémon can be accepted in the Recruit section of Pokémon Champions and used in-game, though some moves may be restricted.
How to Stay Safe While You Buy Games Online
This guide provides advice on how to safely purchase video games online, emphasizing the importance of reading terms, checking sellers, and using familiar payment methods with a clear transaction history. It highlights the differences in refund policies across major digital storefronts like Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation Store, and Nintendo eShop, and stresses the need for account security measures like two-step verification to prevent fraud.
How to Stay Safe While You Buy Games Online
This guide provides advice on how to safely purchase video games online, emphasizing the importance of reading terms, checking sellers, and using familiar payment methods with a clear transaction history. It highlights the differences in refund policies across major digital storefronts like Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation Store, and Nintendo eShop, and stresses the need for account security measures like two-step verification to prevent fraud.
MLB The Show 26 Active Codes Guide - Full Updated List
This guide details the active codes available for MLB The Show 26 and how to redeem them on The Show Codes website. Currently, only two codes, JOMBOY and ON, are known to provide in-game packs. The article notes that code availability may change as the game progresses.
Ultima's Robert Garriott was worried about there being too many PC games on the market… 37 years ago
In 1989, Robert Garriott of Origin Systems expressed concern about market saturation in PC gaming, noting consumer confusion and the need for higher quality products. He emphasized developing games with depth and graphics that couldn't be replicated on consoles, a sentiment still relevant today.
