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You Can Play Buckshot Roulette in Real Life at this Tokyo Cafe — and Even Drink an Arctic Eggs Cocktail
A cafe in Tokyo, Ukiyo Game Bar, has gained viral attention for offering a real-life adaptation of the video game Buckshot Roulette. Customers can experience a version of the game and even order themed cocktails.
World of Warcraft: Forever's last-minute patch transforms its bovines into racecars capable of zooming 60% faster…
Blizzard Entertainment has implemented a last-minute patch for World of Warcraft: Forever, significantly increasing the Tauren racial passive movement speed to 60%. This change, made shortly before launch, aims to rebalance racial abilities, with other races like Orcs and the new Skyborne also receiving adjustments to their unique traits.
Fishpals is a cozy multiplayer game of fishing, hatching critters, dungeons, and hanging out together
Fishpals is a new cozy multiplayer adventure game that combines fishing, creature hatching, dungeon crawling, and social activities for up to 16 players. The free-to-play title is scheduled to release on October 30th and utilizes AI for some sound effects, voice audio, and store page text.
WoW: Forever Just Got Another Major Racial Ability Shakeup Before Launch
Blizzard Entertainment is implementing final changes to racial abilities in World of Warcraft: Forever before its November 4th launch, responding to beta feedback. The adjustments aim to re-emphasize racial identity while ensuring no single race is objectively superior for all combat roles, with specific tweaks to Tauren, Humans, Orcs, Dwarves, and Skyborne elves.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is getting its "final major" update this week, and it includes a new…
Ubisoft has announced that the upcoming update for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will be its final major content update. The patch includes a New Game Plus mode, a Nightmare difficulty setting, new takedowns, cosmetics, and bug fixes. The update is scheduled for release on October 27 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
One day before launch, ARPG Emberville gets delayed until 2027
The pixel art action RPG Emberville has been delayed from its planned October 27 early access launch to January 7, 2027. Developer Cygnus Cross cited the need to incorporate feedback from the recent Steam Next Fest demo, including significant system changes like reworking bow combat. This last-minute delay is surprising given recent reassurances of the original date.
A free 'micro' horror game from the maker of The Mortuary Assistant is basically if PT was an episode of Law…
DarkStone Digital has released Playable Archive, a free micro psychological horror experience that serves as a 'playable teaser' for a cancelled Silent Hill-inspired game. Developed by Brian Clarke, the game offers a creepy found-footage experience with a significant mid-game twist, playable in about 30-60 minutes. Publisher DreadXP supported the decision to release the project for free, allowing fans to experience a piece of the cancelled game.
The best haunted card game since Inscryption is back with a new mystery only solitaire freaks can solve
The Discarded, a new DLC for the haunted card game Forbidden Solitaire, introduces challenging new mechanics and a compelling mystery surrounding the in-universe game's development. The DLC, developed by Grey Alien Games and Night Signal Entertainment, offers no tutorial, expecting players to adapt to modified cards and strategic gameplay similar to the base game, which is recommended to play first.
Mass Effect fans ramp up efforts to save BioWare's RPG series with a Times Square billboard and plans for more ads outside The Game Awards
Fans are organizing efforts to save the Mass Effect series after Electronic Arts reportedly cancelled the next game and shut down BioWare. Initiatives include a Times Square billboard, planned ads near EA headquarters and The Game Awards, and a petition with over 226,000 signatures urging EA to continue the franchise. Community-funded efforts are also raising money for the Game Workers' Hardship Fund.
The Regreening is a post-apocalyptic farm sim where you grow animal habitats instead of cash crops
The Regreening is a post-apocalyptic farming simulation game where players revitalize a damaged landscape by planting flora and designing habitats for returning animals, rather than focusing on profit. Developed by Positive Impact Games, it aims to offer a more environmentally focused experience than traditional farming sims and is set to launch on Steam on December 7.
Mass Effect fan group buys billboard in Times Square promoting petition to save series
A Mass Effect fan group has rented a digital billboard in Times Square to promote their Change.org petition, which has garnered over 224,000 signatures and calls for Electronic Arts to commit to continuing the series. The billboard features a message in the game's fictional Quarian language and highlights the ongoing fan efforts to secure the future of the franchise.
CD Projekt marks the 19th anniversary of its first Witcher RPG with a tribute to BioWare: 'Their support helped turn our vision into Geralt’s first interactive adventure'
CD Projekt celebrated the 19th anniversary of its first game, The Witcher, by honoring BioWare for its crucial support in the RPG's development and early promotion. The article also touches on the recent closure of BioWare by Electronic Arts, framing it as a significant loss for the industry.
Wild West-themed survival shooter Legend of California pushes early access back to next year
The Legend of California, an open-world survival shooter, has delayed its early access release to sometime next year due to significant performance issues encountered during alpha testing. Game director Jeff Kaplan and tech director Tim Ford confirmed the delay, stating that server stability is the primary concern holding back the launch. The developers are aiming to meet server performance metrics before early access, with content largely in place.
A long-overdue conversation with Jordan Mechner
In a decade-long pursuit, Jordan Mechner finally sat down for an interview covering his autobiographical graphic novel, the potential for The Last Express, and the many iterations of Prince of Persia. Mechner discusses the evolution of the Prince of Persia series, his involvement with Ubisoft's titles, and the creative process behind The Last Express, including its unique narrative structure and potential for a remaster.
The GameMaker engine series behind Undertale, Hotline Miami and Spelunky is going free for commercial use on PC
Starting January 1, 2027, YoYo Games will make its GameMaker engine free for commercial PC game development, a significant shift from its previous licensing model. While console releases will still require an Enterprise license, this change aims to broaden accessibility for indie developers who have used the tool for titles like Undertale and Hotline Miami.
Genshin Impact preps two new characters and a world-spanning fight against annihilation November 4
Genshin Impact's Version 7.2: Hour of Ruin update, launching November 4th, will continue the main story with a world-spanning conflict against annihilation, drawing all nations of Teyvat together. The update also introduces two new characters, Mitya and Valeriy, a new event with rewards, and a masquerade-themed UGC platform with new assets.
New Windows 11 Insider Experimental build adds the ability to check your internet speed without a browser
The latest Windows 11 Insider Experimental build (26340.9767) introduces a new feature allowing users to test their internet speed directly from Quick Settings without needing to open a web browser. This update aims to provide a more streamlined experience for checking download and upload speeds.
Razer's Barracuda V2 Pro headset is such a premium powerhouse that it's even put my everyday music cans out to pasture
The Razer Barracuda V2 Pro is a premium gaming headset offering dual wireless connectivity, active noise cancellation, and an impressive 70-hour battery life. It provides excellent audio quality for both gaming and music, with a versatile design that includes a detachable microphone and a hidden dongle storage.
Steel Fighters codes (October 2026)
This guide provides a list of active codes for the Roblox game Steel Fighters, which can be redeemed for in-game currency, items, and boosts. It also includes instructions on how to redeem codes and troubleshooting tips for common issues.
Modern Warfare 4 is bringing back Shipment tomorrow, and you know what that means
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is reintroducing the popular Shipment map tomorrow, October 27, 2026. This small, chaotic arena is known for its fast-paced firefights and is a prime location for players looking to quickly level up weapons and complete challenges. The new version features updated visuals while retaining the classic layout.
