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How Star Wars: Galactic Racer kept the core team small and sustainable through "distributed development"
Fuse Games' CEO Matt Webster discusses the success of Star Wars: Galactic Racer, attributing its achievement to a small core team and a "distributed development" model. This approach involved leveraging external providers and co-development partners, allowing the studio to maintain a lean team of under 75 people while scaling capacity and knowledge. The game's innovative roguelike racing mechanics and narrative elements, inspired by Formula 1's Drive to Survive, have been well-received by critics and players.
PS5 Gets Classic RPG Remaster Today on PlayStation Store
The fan-favorite action RPG Tales of Eternia Remastered is now available on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Developed by TOSE and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, the remaster features visual and gameplay improvements, including quality-of-life features like destination markers and high-speed mode. The game, which originally released over two decades ago, focuses on saving two worlds and utilizes the Aggressive Linear Motion Battle System.
Promising Western PS5 Action Game Gets Release Date, New Trailer
Guns of Eschaton, a soulslike first-person shooter developed by Eschatology Entertainment and published by 4Divinity, has received a December 8, 2026 release date for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game, featuring art direction from Viktor Antonov, blends occult horror with Western themes and emphasizes strategic gunplay, enemy study, and character customization.
Big Walk Won’t Come To Xbox Until Microsoft Is No Longer A BDS Boycott Target
Developer House House has decided not to release its game Big Walk on Xbox Series X|S as a show of support for the Palestinian-led Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement, which targets Microsoft due to its contracts with the Israeli government. While the developers acknowledge the disappointment this may cause, they state the game will not be available on Xbox until Microsoft is removed as a boycott target. The Palestinian BDS movement supports this decision and encourages further boycotts of Xbox.
Killing PS5 Discs Just Makes Sense, Even If It Angers People, Former PlayStation Exec Says
Former PlayStation executive Ken Kutaragi believes Sony's decision to end support for PlayStation 5 game discs in 2028 is economically sensible, despite acknowledging consumer attachment to physical media. He suggests that for a networked device, physical discs are no longer necessary, aligning with a trend towards digital distribution and content terminals.
Game Freak is moving on from Beast of Reincarnation, with major updates for the Pokemon dev's action RPG coming to…
Pokemon developer Game Freak is ending its post-launch update cycle for the action RPG Beast of Reincarnation, with the final major patch scheduled for October 19. The game, which launched in August, received "Mixed" reviews and its director publicly apologized for its performance. Game Freak has not provided a specific reason for concluding support so soon after release.
Recension – Planet Zoo 2
Planet Zoo 2 offers engaging management simulation with beautiful visuals and new features like aquariums and aviaries. However, the game is hampered by bugs, missing animals, and a lack of quality-of-life features from its predecessor, though Frontier Developments has begun releasing patches.
PS5 Getting Surprise Release of Popular Decade-Old Action Game
The popular 2015 tactical first-person shooter Squad, developed by Offworld Industries and published by Secret Mode, is receiving a PlayStation 5 release. A free alpha test for the game will be available from October 16 to 25, with the full console launch expected in 2027. The game will feature cross-platform play between PC and PlayStation 5 players.
GTA 6 Is Taking Over Miami Amid Pushback From Officials: “We’re Depicting Miami Like A Murder Capital”
Rockstar Games' extensive marketing campaign for Grand Theft Auto 6 in Miami has drawn criticism from local officials who are concerned about the game's depiction of the city as a "murder capital." While some officials express philosophical opposition, others argue it's a fictional game and a lucrative partnership for the city.
EA FC 27 Best Silver Cards Guide (October 2026 Meta)
This guide for EA Sports FC 27 focuses on the FIFA Ultimate Team mode, highlighting valuable silver cards for players seeking an alternative to gold players. It details several silver players, including Jesse Bisiwu, Isaak Toure, Joane Gadou, Sapoko Ndiaye, Jone Amezaga, and Sergio Martinez, and explains how Evolutions can enhance their stats and utility within the game.
GTA 6 posters are popping up worldwide but the guns are censored
Advertisements for Grand Theft Auto 6 appearing in major cities like Paris and New York have notably censored gun imagery from the original artwork. This marketing choice, which also affects banners in Chicago and Miami, is occurring just over a month before the game's November 19 launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Starts Its Campaign – But Not On Game Pass
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's campaign is available today for digital pre-orders, ahead of its full release on October 23rd. Notably, the game will not be available on Xbox Game Pass, requiring a separate purchase for Xbox players. The game features a campaign set in the Korean Peninsula and a DMZ mode, with multiplayer focusing on precise gunplay.
PS Store Drops Free Casual PS5, PS4 Game With Easy Trophies
The PlayStation Store is offering the casual game Ecchi Memories for free on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The game features quick and easy trophies, allowing players to earn a Platinum trophy in approximately one hour. While it includes paid add-ons, none are necessary to achieve the Platinum.
The Netflix series Drive to Survive inspired Star Wars: Galactic Racer
Matt Webster, head of Fuse Games, stated that the Netflix series Drive to Survive was a key inspiration for Star Wars: Galactic Racer. The game aims to capture the off-track drama and rivalries seen in Formula 1, incorporating paddock interactions to balance the high-intensity racing.
PS5 Gets Surprise Free Version of 2019 PS4 Open-World Game
PlayStation 5 owners can now claim a free upgrade of the 2019 open-world survival game Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey. Developed by Panache Digital Games and rebuilt with Unreal Engine 5, the PS5 version includes new features like a documentary and photo mode, releasing on the PlayStation Store on December 8.
Resident Evil Veronica: Everything you need to know about the Code Veronica remake
Capcom has officially revealed Resident Evil Veronica, a remake of the 2000 cult classic Resident Evil: Code Veronica, set to launch in 2027. The remake will feature modernized graphics and gameplay enhancements, and is confirmed for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X. The story will follow Claire Redfield's search for her brother Chris, leading her to Rockfort Island.
CD Projekt Red says its mysterious Hadar game is its "biggest project to date", but even after "several good years" it's seemingly a long way off
CD Projekt Red's upcoming game, codenamed Hadar, is described as its biggest project to date, though it is still in the early stages of development and not yet in pre-production. Joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that the team has a clear vision for the world and key elements, and is currently developing prototypes and testing gameplay mechanics using Unreal Engine. While other projects like The Witcher 4 are further along, Hadar represents an entirely new intellectual property for the studio.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 ports on PS4 and PS5 taught Activision there's "pent-up demand" to return to "good old days," so Modern Warfare 4 is doing just that
Activision found significant success with the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2, indicating a strong "pent-up demand" for nostalgic multiplayer experiences. Chief marketing officer Tyler Bahl stated that these learnings are being applied to future titles, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, to recapture the "good old days" of playing with friends.
Rockstar Mods Real Life Vehicles to Look Like GTA 6 Cars Before Driving Them Through Miami
Rockstar Games has initiated a unique marketing campaign for Grand Theft Auto 6, featuring real-life vehicles in Miami that have been modified to resemble cars from the game. This initiative is part of the ongoing promotional efforts leading up to the game's release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
Activision CMO Decries 'Call of Duty Tax'
Activision CMO Tyler Bahl claims traditional games media applies a 'Call of Duty tax,' negatively impacting reviews and coverage due to the series' long history and large player base. The article argues that critical reception is based on game quality and innovation, not audience size or development team size, citing franchise fatigue and declining quality in recent Call of Duty titles as reasons for diminished media interest.
