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Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen review – fantasy island survival
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen offers a challenging expansion with a return to the original game's sense of danger and continuous jeopardy. The new landmass of Norgan introduces tougher creatures and environmental hazards, providing a stern test even for high-level players. While it doesn't introduce many new mechanics beyond the base game, the expansion's focus on combat and exploration is a welcome return for fans.
There Are No Ghosts at the Grand Outlines Its Premise And Side Content in New Overview Trailer
A new overview trailer for There Are No Ghosts at the Grand showcases its dual gameplay loop of managing a hotel by day and combating supernatural threats by night. The game also features side activities such as visiting islands, playing golf, practicing football, and exploring the local town. Early access begins in December on PC, with an Xbox Series X/S release to follow.
Planet Zoo 2 is Available Now, Launch Trailer Showcases Lifelife Animals
Planet Zoo 2 has officially launched, featuring a new trailer showcasing lifelike animals and a message of gratitude from developer Frontier. The game is available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, and includes a beginner's guide to help players establish their zoos.
Valor Mortis is Out Now, Opening Cinematic Showcases Intense Story and Combat
Valor Mortis, a first-person Soulslike with parkour mechanics set in an alternate Napoleonic Wars world, is now available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game features intense combat and a story-driven experience, with a major story DLC planned for 2027.
EA Sports College Football Series Might Get Canceled in Five Years – Rumor
The future of the EA Sports College Football series is reportedly uncertain, with sources suggesting new entries may not appear after the next five years due to declining sales and high development and licensing costs. Despite a strong launch for EA Sports College Football 25, subsequent titles have not matched its success, and attempts at microtransactions like 'Ultimate Team' have underperformed, leading to concerns about EA's commitment to the franchise.
Planet Zoo 2 Gets Update Shortly After Release With Several Bug Fixes, More on the Way
Frontier Developments has released an update for Planet Zoo 2 shortly after its launch, addressing numerous bugs and performance issues. The update includes fixes for animal behavior, AI, and technical aspects like FSR and DLSS, with more improvements planned for ongoing development.
Rockstar’s Next Game Won’t Take 8 Years, as GTA 6 Tools Allow Team to “Do Things More Quickly”
Rockstar Games technical director Phil Hooker stated that the development tools and team built for Grand Theft Auto 6 will allow for quicker content creation in future projects, potentially reducing the long wait times between major releases. The game is set to launch on November 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5, with a PC version reportedly planned for early 2027.
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 – Everything You Need to Know
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2, developed by Auroch Digital, is set to expand upon its predecessor with two playable characters, Malum Caedo and Nyra Veyrath, each offering distinct combat styles and arsenals. The sequel will feature a more interactive campaign with branching paths and over thirty unique levels, alongside new enemies and enhanced grenade mechanics. The game is scheduled for release on October 14th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version to follow.
Trials Studio Facing Closure, Ubisoft Singapore to Get Hit by Layoffs Impacting 70 Employees – Rumor
Ubisoft is reportedly planning to close its Finland-based studio RedLynx, known for the Trials franchise, resulting in 52 job cuts. Additionally, Ubisoft Singapore will undergo layoffs impacting 70 employees as part of a larger restructuring effort. These decisions come as Ubisoft aims to streamline operations and manage its workforce effectively.
AI-upscaled Total War: Shogun 2 remaster blasted in Steam reviews as the original gets delisted: "Literally the…
The newly released remaster of Total War: Shogun 2, titled Total War: Shogun 2 - Complete Edition, is facing overwhelmingly negative reviews on Steam. Players are criticizing the use of AI upscaling, performance issues, a higher price point, and the delisting of the original game. Creative Assembly is facing backlash for these changes, with many calling the remaster a greedy and compromised product.
Send in the Clown is a turn-based RPG comedy about fighting one annoying child at a birthday party where there's only one fight in the whole game
Send in the Clown is a unique turn-based RPG focused on comedy, where players control a clown hired to save a child's birthday party from a disruptive brother. The game features a single, hour-long experience with a focus on preparatory minigames and social interactions before a final boss battle against the child.
Hypercharge: Unboxed announces massive Nintendo Switch update
Hypercharge: Unboxed has received its largest update yet on Nintendo Switch, bringing it in line with PC, Xbox, and PlayStation versions. The update introduces full cross-play, a new story mode, multiple new bosses, enemies, maps, weapons, playable characters, and game modes. The developers cited a move to a newer Unreal Engine version, a networking backend overhaul for cross-play, and extensive foundational work as reasons for the delay.
Legendary level designer Richard 'Levelord' Gray has died
Legendary level designer Richard Gray, known as 'Levelord', has passed away at the age of 68. Gray was celebrated for his significant contributions to iconic first-person shooters like Duke Nukem 3D, and also co-founded Ritual Entertainment, working on titles such as Quake: Scourge of Armagon and Sin. Tributes from industry figures highlight his talent, kindness, and lasting legacy in game development.
Xbox is forming a whole division in response to the vibe-coded game recomp explosion – "These are unmistakably good outcomes for players"
Microsoft has launched Xbox Labs, a new division focused on exploring emerging ideas inspired by community game recompilation projects. Led by Xbox boss Asha Sharma, the initiative aims to leverage technologies like AI coding to improve game accessibility and give old games new life, even if it challenges existing business models. This move comes amid a surge in community-driven recomps for classic titles.
Bungie boss casually shares Destiny 1 running on PC at 60 FPS in 4K thanks to fan project – "Seems like a pretty game, wonder if it will do well"
Bungie's head of product, Josh Deane, shared a fan-made PC port of Destiny 1 running at 4K and 60 FPS, sparking speculation about a potential official revival. While the fan project focuses on game preservation by recreating server functionality, the article expresses doubt about Bungie revisiting Destiny 1 due to current studio priorities with Destiny 2 and Marathon.
PS5 Version of 2025 Surprise Hit Adventure Game Leaked
An ESRB rating for the co-op adventure game Peak has appeared on the PlayStation 5, suggesting a console release is imminent. Developed by Aggro Crab and Landfall Games, the game has been a popular PC title since its initial release, featuring first-person co-op climbing and survival mechanics.
Despite Huge Changes For The Series, Halo Fest 2026 Is Going Forward, And News Is Coming Soon
Halo Fest 2026 is proceeding as planned from December 11-13 in Seattle, despite significant layoffs at Halo Studios and the transition of future game development to Activision. Halo Studios director Tashi confirmed that news regarding the event and "relevant game info" for existing titles will be shared this week. The event will celebrate the Halo community and its 25th anniversary, featuring appearances from voice actors Steve Downes and Jen Taylor.
Isometric shooter DUST: Origins cancels its Kickstarter and confirms its single-player gameplay
Airship Syndicate has canceled the Kickstarter campaign for their isometric shooter DUST: Origins, which only raised $66,732 of its $250K goal. The studio confirmed the game is fully funded and will be a single-player experience on PC, with a potential console release later. The game is described as a metroidvania, not a roguelike, and will feature replayability through New Game Plus and multiple endings.
Echoes of Delicious in Dungeon ring out in Deep Dish Dungeon, a co-op dungeon crawler about making meals with whatever you can scrounge up that's out now
Deep Dish Dungeon, a co-op dungeon crawler with crafting and cooking mechanics, has been released on Steam. The game features handcrafted dungeons, puzzle elements, and the ability to cook meals for stat boosts, drawing comparisons to the anime Delicious in Dungeon.
Report claims Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch on PC sooner than anyone expected
A report citing anonymous industry sources suggests Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch on PC in early 2027, potentially only four months after its console release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. This would be a significantly shorter gap than previous Rockstar Games titles, which often had PC versions releasing much later. The article speculates on the potential impact of an early PC release on sales, especially given the premium edition's $100 price point.
