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Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember maintains the fast pace of its predecessor
Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, the sequel from Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja, continues the fast-paced action set in China's Three Kingdoms era. The preview highlights refined combat mechanics, new weapons like the Dual Chakrams, and the strategic use of Spirit and Insight Skills. Performance on the PlayStation 5 build was stable, addressing concerns from the earlier public alpha.
Games Inbox: Is the video games industry dying?
Multiple readers express concern over the current state of the video games industry, citing high development costs, studio closures, and a perceived decline in quality. There is a debate about whether the industry is truly dying, particularly in the West, with some readers finding solace in Nintendo's unique approach and the enduring appeal of physical media.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is Getting New Game Plus Next Week
Ubisoft announced that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will receive a New Game Plus mode next week. While details are scarce, game director Richard Knight previously hinted at its development. The remake has sold over 3.5 million copies and received praise, with CEO Yves Guillemot expressing satisfaction with its performance.
BioWare Veteran Defends Team Behind Dragon Age: The Veilguard Following Studio Closure
BioWare veteran James Ohlen defended the development team behind Dragon Age: The Veilguard, stating that most individuals had little influence on the game's criticized aspects. He also shared personal views on modern entertainment and political messaging. The article touches on the game's development history, including pivots between single-player and live-service models under EA's direction, and notes that while reviews were positive, player reception was mixed.
Stranger Than Heaven is Dialing Down RGG’s Absurdity for A More “Serious” Take on Japan
Stranger Than Heaven director Mikinobu Abe discussed a tonal shift away from the absurdity often found in Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio's Yakuza titles, aiming for a more serious take on Japan's history. The game will explore Makoto Daito's rags-to-riches story across nearly half a century, focusing on the social norms and values of past eras. The title is set to release on January 15th, 2027, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
GTA 6 Is Almost Here – And I Still Can’t Believe It
After a thirteen-year wait since Grand Theft Auto V, the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI feels almost unreal, with its release now just a month away. The article expresses excitement for the new Rockstar-designed world of Leonidas City, highlighting advancements in car design, ray tracing, and the potential for endless emergent gameplay. The author anticipates the game will justify the long wait and deliver on player expectations for innovation and immersive experiences.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 review in progress - the Price is right
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's campaign is a significant improvement over last year's entry, featuring a globe-trotting narrative that concludes the Modern Warfare saga with returning characters like Captain John Price and new protagonist Park Hyun Jun. The DMZ mode has also been refined and expanded, offering a compelling extraction shooter experience with a large map and engaging missions. While the campaign's ending feels rushed, the overall package is shaping up to be a strong addition to the series.
Exodus Gets New Trailer Showcasing Improvements Made to Male Jun’s Character Model
Archetype Entertainment has released a new trailer for Exodus showcasing improvements made to the male protagonist Jun Aslan's character model, addressing recent player feedback. General manager Chad Robertson and narrative director Drew Karpyshyn discussed the importance of character expressiveness and evolving relationships within the sci-fi RPG, which is set to release on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S on April 7th, 2027.
3 Beloved PS4, PS5 Adventure Game Remasters Are 80% Off on PlayStation Store
The Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft collection is available for 80% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $5.99 until November 5, 2026. This collection brings Lara Croft's first three adventures to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 with upgraded graphics and the option to switch to original visuals.
GTA 6’s New TV Trailer Is A Bit Different, See It For Yourself
New television commercials for Grand Theft Auto 6 feature slightly extended sequences and omit certain scenes from the initial trailer, such as the shower scene with Jason and Lucia. The Xbox logo has also been removed from the ads, likely due to a promotional deal with Sony. The game is set to launch on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with preorders reportedly pacing significantly ahead of other major AAA releases.
GTA 6 Is Almost Here: Trade in Your Old Console and Save on an Upgrade at PayMore
Retailer PayMore is offering trade-in deals on older consoles to encourage upgrades, likely in anticipation of major upcoming game releases such as Grand Theft Auto 6. The promotion aims to capitalize on consumer interest in new hardware for anticipated blockbuster titles.
Survive, Evolve And Explore In Moadra
Moadra, a sci-fi action-adventure game developed and published by Gloomsoft, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game challenges players to survive on the hostile planet Protea VI by dodging alien life, scaling mountains, and uncovering the secrets of a lost civilization, featuring exploration, demanding combat, and a biological upgrade system.
Soccer Star Erling Haaland Is A Call Of Duty Camper, And I Really Hate It
The author expresses strong dislike for camping tactics in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, particularly after learning that soccer star Erling Haaland admits to being a lifelong camper. The article criticizes how camping detracts from the fast-paced nature of the game and leads to boring matches, despite Haaland's admission being part of an entertaining video.
I've never seen a laptop cooler come with its own comic strip before, but it still hasn't convinced me this…
The Klim Everest laptop cooling pad, priced at $50, offers a unique comic strip with its packaging but fails to deliver significant cooling performance improvements for gaming laptops. While it managed to lower CPU temperatures by two degrees, it had minimal impact on gaming performance and generated an irritating amount of noise. The reviewer concludes that a simple laptop stand would be a more cost-effective and practical solution.
Nacon goes full Spider-Man meme, launching a new Xbox controller with a design inspired by one of its own video games
Nacon has launched a new wireless Xbox Series X controller, the Revolution Pro X, featuring a design inspired by its best-selling game, Hell is Us. Priced at $109.99, it offers wireless play, a charging stand, and adjustable joystick tension with Hall effect sensors, positioning it as a more affordable alternative to premium controllers.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer October 22, 2026 patch notes increase online party size
Fuse Games has released a Quality of Life update for Star Wars: Galactic Racer, increasing the online party size from 3 to 6 players and adding keyboard layout presets for AZERTY and left/right-handed play. The update also includes an increase in credits received for joining mid-Tour, transition tidy-ups for the spectator camera, removal of the 'Exit the game' option on PC, party stability fixes, a PS5 connection issue fix, and a fix for an AMD Frame Interpolation game crash.
Despite Switch 2 price hikes, US consumers actually aren't spending any more on the console now, analyst says: "Pretty smart cookies over there at Nintendo"
Despite a $50 price increase, consumer spending on the Nintendo Switch 2 has only risen by 2% year-over-year, according to analyst Mat Piscatella. This is significantly lower than the spending increases seen for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, which experienced 17% and 33% hikes respectively. Piscatella attributes the Switch 2's stable spending to Nintendo's strategic shift away from bundled content, noting the company's clever approach to pricing.
Alan Wake 2: Deluxe Edition for PS5 Drops to Its Lowest Price Ever, Just in Time for Halloween
The Deluxe Edition of Alan Wake 2 for PlayStation 5 has reached its lowest price point, coinciding with the Halloween season. The game was recognized as IGN's best horror game of 2023.
Stranger Than Heaven director says 'it was really important' for RGG that 'the player experience the whole life of a man' and that the story's 50-year timeline was essential to depicting how a yakuza organization is built
Mikinobu Abe, director of Stranger Than Heaven, explained RGG Studios' decision to tell the game's 50-year yakuza story within a single title. He emphasized that depicting the entire life of the protagonist, Makoto Daito, was crucial for conveying how such an organization is built, making a multi-game approach unsuitable.
Gears Of War: E-Day cost more to make than any PS5 exclusive claims rumour
A rumor suggests that Gears of War: E-Day has a development budget exceeding $500 million, making it potentially more expensive than any PlayStation exclusive, including Marvel's Spider-Man 2. This high cost is questioned given the franchise's recent popularity and Microsoft's decision to keep the game exclusive to Xbox and PC.
