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I have seen the future of sports games and it is called just volleyball
The game 'just volleyball' offers a delightful and accessible take on the sport, reminiscent of Wii Sports with its charming avatar customization and intuitive controls. Players can perform various volleyball actions like jumping, bumping, diving, spiking, blocking, and serving, requiring more active engagement than its predecessor. A demo is available on Steam ahead of its November 4th release.
Masahiro Sakurai believes reliance on AI will lead to a wave of unoriginal, 'unplayable' games
Masahiro Sakurai, known for Super Smash Bros. and Kirby, expressed concerns that an over-reliance on AI in game development could lead to a flood of unoriginal and unplayable titles. He believes AI can replicate existing works but cannot create truly novel ideas like those from unique creators such as Fumito Ueda.
Think You’ve Beaten Fountains? Prove it in the Gauntlet
Crunching Koalas has released the Gauntlet mode for their souls-like action-RPG, Fountains. This new mode challenges players to defeat all ten bosses back-to-back, with an option to include bosses from the Shattered Shape expansion. The update is now live on Xbox, following its PC premiere, and the game is currently on sale.
Arc Raiders Sells an Estimated 150,000 Copies After Free Weekend
Arc Raiders sold an estimated 150,000 copies following its free weekend, with daily players reaching a six-month high of 1.7 million. This surge is attributed to the "Frozen Trails" update, which introduced new content and a 50% discount, alongside a limited PvE test.
Umamusume Fans Distraught After Los Angeles Concerts Canceled Due to Visa Issues
Umamusume concerts scheduled for Los Angeles have been canceled due to visa issues preventing workers from entering the country. This cancellation has left fans in America distraught.
Dig through an infested planet with your giant drill-city and try not to die while you do it in the roguelite city-builder CitaDrill
CitaDrill is a new roguelite city-builder where players manage a city encased in a giant drill that burrows through an infested planet. The game features pixel art, resource management for city upgrades, and tower defense elements to fend off alien creatures. A demo is available on Steam as part of the Steam Next Fest.
Founder of bankrupt Samson studio mulls how to use AI for his next attempt: 'Cutting corners in game development has a habit of coming back to bite you in the ass'
Christofer Sundberg, founder of the now-bankrupt Liquid Swords studio, has confirmed the closure of the company six months after the PC release of their game Samson. Despite the console version's greater success, it wasn't enough to save the studio, which faced market conditions and poor business decisions. Sundberg plans to open a new studio, focusing on sustainable development, potentially utilizing AI for prototyping and repetitive tasks, while cautioning against cutting corners.
Buckshot Roulette coming to Nintendo Switch
The horror game Buckshot Roulette, known for its "Russian roulette with shotguns" gameplay, is coming to the Nintendo Switch. Developed by Critical Reflex, the game features intense 15-20 minute rounds against "The Dealer" and a gritty underworld nightclub atmosphere. A release window for the Switch version has not yet been announced.
Here Are The Mechanics and Dozens Of New Cards From Magic: The Gathering’s Star Trek Set
Wizards of the Coast has revealed new mechanics and cards for the upcoming Magic: The Gathering Star Trek expansion, launching in November. The set introduces seven new mechanics, including 'Beam Me Up' and 'Face A Dilemma,' alongside special card treatments like 'Headliner Signatures' and 'LCARS Showcase.' The expansion will also feature preconstructed Commander decks and special bundle framing.
‘AI slop fest’: PC gamers are annoyed with Steam Next Fest’s abundance of AI titles
PC gamers are expressing frustration with the prevalence of AI-generated titles during Steam Next Fest, labeling the event an 'AI slop fest.' This sentiment highlights concerns about the quality and authenticity of games developed using artificial intelligence.
ID@XBOX x IGN Showcase Recap: All the News and Announcements
The ID@XBOX x IGN Showcase revealed numerous indie titles coming to Xbox and PC, with many also heading to Game Pass. Highlights include the reveals of A Game About Digging a Hole Together, Magenta Down, and Chronoscript: The Endless End, alongside updates on games from Critical Reflex like Arctic Eggs, Mouthwashing, and No, I’m Not a Human. Several titles will also support Xbox Play Anywhere.
I know you probably don't have mushroom in your backlog, but fungus looter shooter Mycopunk is now out in 1.0 and looks like the opposite of a shiitake time
The co-op looter shooter Mycopunk has officially launched its 1.0 version, featuring a new playable character called the Mycologist with unique abilities. The update also introduces a new 'population control' mission, a special sofa rescue assignment, new weapons like the diffraction driver and snowball grenade, and a new region on New Atlas' moonlet. The game is currently available at a 50% discount.
Three CRITICAL REFLEX Hits Are Coming to XBOX, And One Arrives Today
CRITICAL REFLEX is bringing three acclaimed indie titles to Xbox platforms, with two launching just in time for Halloween. Arctic Eggs is available now on Xbox Series X|S, while the psychological horror hit Mouthwashing arrives on October 29th, day one with Xbox Game Pass. The paranoia horror game No, I'm Not a Human is slated for a 2027 release on Xbox and Game Pass.
Magenta Down: A Journey Across a Hostile Exoplanet
Magenta Down, an atmospheric sci-fi adventure game, is set to release in 2027 for Xbox Series X|S and PC. The game focuses on traversing a hostile exoplanet after a crash, managing limited resources, and surviving environmental hazards and hostile creatures. Developers aim to create a tense journey that rewards thoughtful gameplay and decision-making.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 DMZ Tips
This guide offers tips for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's DMZ mode, focusing on leveling up, surviving the map, and managing storage. It covers completing DMZ orders, upgrading the FOB, utilizing free loadouts, packing parachutes, managing storage, checking the daily vendor, using optional exfils, activating UAV towers, leveraging weather conditions, listening for the juggernaut, and finding hazmat suit enemies.
DayZ Badlands Collector's Vinyl Box Set Available Exclusively at IGN Store
A Collector's Vinyl Box Set for DayZ Badlands, including the game's soundtrack, lore items, and a digital Steam code, is now available exclusively through the IGN Store. The release celebrates the launch of the new content for the game.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 – How to Get Started as an Operator in DMZ
This guide provides an in-depth look at the DMZ mode in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, detailing how to recruit, prepare, and develop Operators. It explains the mechanics of Operator progression through Trait Trees, the consequences of an Operator becoming MIA, and the Prestige system for long-term development.
Overwatch's director discusses why King's Row is so iconic, but admits that 'every single map in the game…
Overwatch game director Aaron Keller discusses the enduring popularity and iconic status of the King's Row map. He highlights its balanced design, offering strategic advantages for both attackers and defenders, and providing satisfying team fight moments throughout its layout. The article also touches on player preferences for different map types and modes within the game.
Fan recreates GTA 6 launch trailer in GTA 5 and the downgrade is a real shock
A fan has recreated the Grand Theft Auto 6 launch trailer within Grand Theft Auto 5, highlighting the significant graphical leap between the two titles. The article also touches on a similar trailer recreation for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, noting Nintendo's controversial past marketing taglines.
The SteelSeries Aeon Pro is a controller that costs $250, but after two weeks of playing with it, I can't work out why
The SteelSeries Aeon Pro is an expensive controller priced at $250, featuring a robust charging stand, infinite battery system, and a clear on-board display. While it offers good comfort and some innovative features like magnetic thumbstick tops, its high price point is difficult to justify when compared to more affordable competitors that offer similar or superior functionality, particularly in responsiveness for competitive gaming.
