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Get The Best Resident Evil Game For Cheaper Than Ever Right Now
The Resident Evil 4 remake is currently available at a significantly reduced price of $8.79 / £7.69 via Fanatical, offering a Steam key for the critically acclaimed horror-action title. This deal presents an excellent opportunity to experience the game, which masterfully blends terror with intense combat, even for those new to the Resident Evil series.
Razer's new Kraken Kitty V3 headset has a cosplay mode, but I'd be wary about taking your gaming tech to a…
Razer's new Kraken Kitty V3 headset features a 'Cosplay Mode' that allows its RGB lighting to be powered by a power bank for conventions. While acknowledging the creativity of cosplayers, the author advises caution when bringing expensive gaming tech to crowded events due to risks of damage or theft, suggesting it's better suited for home use.
Devs "fear" launching near GTA 6, but one analyst says they shouldn't – a lot of people "are going to want to play other things"
Analyst Mat Piscatella believes that developers' fears of launching games near Grand Theft Auto 6 are overblown, as not all players will be interested in Rockstar's title. He suggests that games targeting different audiences, such as cozy games or life sims, can still find success. Piscatella notes that the widespread fear has left November with a relatively open release window.
Ghost Of Yotei Was A Hit, But Its Developer Is Reportedly Cutting Jobs
Sucker Punch Productions, the Sony-owned studio behind successful titles like Ghost of Tsushima and Ghost of Yotei, has reportedly laid off 24 employees. This represents at least 10% of the studio's staff, with leadership citing market challenges and project needs. The layoffs follow a period of critical and commercial success for the studio's open-world samurai games.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's final major update adds long-awaited New Game Plus, new Nightmare difficulty and much more
Ubisoft has released a final major update for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, introducing a highly requested New Game Plus mode and a new Nightmare difficulty setting. The update, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, also includes new community chests, cosmetics, and bug fixes.
Games Inbox: Is Marvel's Wolverine an underrated video game?
This collection of reader letters discusses the perceived underappreciation of Marvel's Wolverine, its impact on PlayStation 5 sales, and the rising cost of next-generation hardware and digital games. Other topics include potential new handheld consoles from Sony and Microsoft, the discovery of hidden codes in F-Zero GX, the future of BioWare franchises like Mass Effect and Dragon Age, and speculation about Nintendo's next mainline Zelda title.
Hunter’s Moon review – English folk horror that’s just in time for Halloween
Hunter's Moon is a concise and atmospheric survival horror game set in a 17th-century English village, focusing on a woman hunted by witch finders. Developed by Twin Swans, the game offers a tense two-hour experience with a strong emphasis on stealth and eavesdropping, drawing parallels to historical witch hunts.
Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5 Changes a Lot – Here Are the 10 Biggest Highlights
Cyberpunk 2077's Update 2.5 introduces significant new content and features, including a prequel quest to Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2, a lore-focused tour of Night City narrated by Richard Night, and a dedicated radio station for Edgerunners music. The update also adds dual-wielding pistols, over 40 new cyberware cosmetic variants, new outfit sets, cross-platform mod support, a FOV slider for consoles, and DLSS 4.5 support for PC.
Phantom Blade Zero Requires “At Least” 300 GB of Free Space for PC Pre-Load
S-Game's upcoming action RPG, Phantom Blade Zero, requires a staggering 300 GB of free space for pre-loading on PC, despite the game itself being 145 GB. The developer recommends installing the highly-rated title on an SSD for optimal performance. The game is set to launch on October 29th.
Silent Hill 1 Remake’s Cast to Include Gabriel Fritz, Jade Matthew – Rumor
A report suggests that Gabriel Fritz and Jade Matthew are part of the cast for Bloober Team's Silent Hill 1 remake, though their specific roles are unconfirmed. Bloober Team previously stated development began in October 2025, with Konami confirming the studio's involvement in June 2025.
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 Developer Hit by Layoffs Affecting 25 Percent of its Employees
Auroch Digital, the developer behind Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun and Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2, has announced significant layoffs affecting 25 percent of its workforce due to challenging market conditions. Despite critical acclaim for its recent titles, the studio cited industry turbulence as the reason for the restructuring. Auroch Digital is seeking industry partners to help place the affected employees and has assured players that post-launch support for Boltgun 2 and development for Warhammer Survivors will continue.
Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown Could End 2026 on a High
Crimson Desert's upcoming DLC, Charting the Unknown, faces a challenging release window alongside major titles like Phantom Blade Zero, World of Warcraft: The War Within, and Grand Theft Auto VI. Its success will likely depend on retaining and re-engaging its existing player base rather than attracting new players, given the game's complexity and the competition for players' time and money.
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.
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.
A whole host of Steam PC games can now run locally on a jailbroken PlayStation 5, including Portal, Left 4 Dead 2, and…
A jailbroken PlayStation 5 can now run Steam PC games locally through projects like Playden, which utilizes a port of Wine for the console. This allows titles such as Portal and Left 4 Dead 2 to function, though the software is in early alpha and carries risks associated with jailbreaking and using third-party clients.
Acclaimed PS5 Action Game Is 75% Off on PlayStation Store
The critically acclaimed PlayStation 5 action game, The Last of Us Part I, is available at a significant discount of up to 75% on the PlayStation Store. The Digital Deluxe Edition is priced at $19.99, down from $79.99, with the offer valid until November 5, 2026. The Standard Edition is accessible via the PlayStation Plus Extra Game Catalog.
The 13 scariest, spookiest video games you should play this Halloween
This article presents a curated list of 13 horror video games suitable for playing during Halloween, covering a range of platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and VR. The selection includes titles like Resident Evil Requiem, Silent Hill: Townfall, and Iron Lung, offering a mix of survival horror, psychological scares, and unique gameplay experiences.
Cyberpunk 2077 Hits Its Biggest Steam Player Peak Since Phantom Liberty, And You Can Guess Why
Cyberpunk 2077 has reached its highest Steam player count since the Phantom Liberty expansion, driven by the release of the second season of the Edgerunners anime and a new game update. The update introduces features like dual-wielding and new cosmetics, while the anime's popularity, similar to the first season's impact, is bringing new and returning players to the game. CD Projekt Red is also offering a significant discount on the Ultimate Edition.
GTA 6 Coffee Is Here To Keep You Warm Until The Game Releases
A local Miami company, Vice City Bean, has partnered with Rockstar Games to release officially licensed Grand Theft Auto 6 coffee. The 'Leonida' blend, inspired by the game's setting, is a limited release priced at $23 for a 10oz bag. This is part of a broader marketing effort for Grand Theft Auto 6, which is set to launch on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.