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Games like Call of Duty and EA Sports FC most at risk of losing players during GTA 6 launch, according to new data
New data from gaming consultancy Open World suggests that titles like Call of Duty, Apex Legends, and EA Sports FC are most at risk of losing players during the launch of Grand Theft Auto 6. The analysis indicates that competitive shooters and sports games, along with driving and high-stakes session games, are most likely to see player migration. Developers are advised to avoid major content updates or marketing pushes during GTA 6's launch window to mitigate player loss.
Resident Evil: Requiem made more money from PlayStation discs than on Xbox in total, reportedly, as Sony's march to a discless future continues
A report indicates that physical copies of Resident Evil: Requiem sold more on PlayStation than all versions of the game on Xbox, highlighting the continued importance of physical media, especially in Japan. Despite Sony's push towards digital-only consoles and games, physical sales still represent a significant portion of revenue for many single-player titles, though this trend is less pronounced for sports games.
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.
A New PlayStation Promo Has Raised Questions About Who Owns Kena
A recent PlayStation advertisement has sparked questions regarding ownership of Kena: Bridge of Spirits, with some speculating Sony may have acquired the rights. However, official statements indicate that Ember Lab remains the owner of the game.
The Wolf Among Us Remastered släpps nästa vecka, men försenas på Switch
The remastered version of The Wolf Among Us is set to release on October 29th for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. However, the Nintendo Switch version has been delayed to ensure a quality experience for players on that platform.
Can you transfer your Final Fantasy Resonance Demo progress to the full game?
Players can transfer their progress from the Final Fantasy Resonance demo to the full game, with some caveats. Save data is not cross-platform and is specific to the original hardware generation. Experience gained after hitting level caps in the demo will not transfer, and a demo save can only be transferred if no full game save file already exists.
Former Call of Duty Dev Says 'It's Hard to Watch' Xbox Make Money From Black Ops PlayStation Ports
A former Call of Duty designer expressed frustration over the current model where older games are ported to new platforms without developers receiving additional royalties. The designer specifically cited the recent successful ports of Black Ops and Black Ops II to PlayStation as examples of this issue, stating it is 'hard to watch' Xbox profit from these releases.
Sensor Tower data shows the yawning gap between GTA 6 and everything else
Sensor Tower data reveals Grand Theft Auto 6 is significantly outperforming recent major game releases in digital preorders. At 45 days before launch, GTA 6 preorders are 148% ahead of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, with an estimated 6.08 million units sold digitally in the US, generating $594 million. The analysis indicates a strong preference for PlayStation preorders, and the majority are for the premium ultimate edition.
New Steam Deck plugin means you can customise your Steam Achievement pop-ups to match Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, or…
A new Decky plugin for the Steam Deck allows users to customize their achievement pop-up notifications to mimic those of PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo consoles, or to create entirely unique designs. The creator hand-drew the pixel art and used AI coding tools for development, with the open-source code available on Github.
PlayStation founder Ken Kutaragi says discs became "metaphor for 'owning' games", and that upset at their discontinuation is a "mentality issue"
PlayStation founder Ken Kutaragi believes that consumer upset over the discontinuation of game discs is a "mentality issue," arguing that physical media is no longer economically reasonable for networked devices. He suggests that AI and cloud computing could eventually eliminate the need for consoles altogether, though he also expressed concern over the high cost of current hardware.
Resident Evil 7 dev says a lot of the horror game's flaws were "vividly present" during development…
Former Capcom producer Miguel Corti stated that many of Resident Evil 7's flaws were evident during its development and were largely ignored. He explained that the game's direction was heavily influenced by the reception of Resident Evil 6 and a significant internal reorganization at Capcom, which led to a new team and a first-person perspective. Corti also noted that Resident Evil Village and its associated memes were crucial in establishing Resident Evil 7's reputation.
Dune: Awakening studio faces layoffs as it restructures following console release
Norwegian developer Funcom is undergoing layoffs and restructuring following the console release of Dune: Awakening. Long-time CEO Rui Casais is stepping down, replaced by Scott Junior, as the company shifts from peak development to live service operations. This transition necessitates a reduction in the development team size, impacting employees who worked on Dune: Awakening.
Xbox is appointing someone to focus on physical games just to spite PlayStation
Microsoft is reportedly hiring a strategist to focus on the launch of physical Xbox games, a move seen as an attempt to gain a public relations advantage over Sony. This comes as Sony plans to phase out physical game support after 2027, a decision that has faced backlash. While Xbox has historically favored digital releases, Microsoft appears to be capitalizing on Sony's controversial decision.
"The physical element of gaming will always, always be there": Bloober Team and Broken Mirror Games want to…
Bloober Team CEO Piotr Babieno and Broken Mirror Games executive director Tymon Smektala express a strong commitment to physical game releases, even as platforms like PlayStation move towards digital distribution. They believe physical media fosters a deeper emotional connection with games and fans. The discussion touches on the future of visual fidelity in games and the potential for other senses to be engaged, particularly with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, Onyx: The Dark Grip.
"Thank you, Hades" - Evil Empire on indie game discovery, how Steam early access has changed, and the rise of AI tools
Evil Empire's CEO Thomas Pfeiffer and Head of Business Ben Laulan discuss the studio's growth from supporting Dead Cells to developing Castlevania: Belmont's Curse and The Rogue Prince of Persia. They highlight the success of their Triple-i Initiative for indie game discovery and share insights on collaborations with larger publishers. The pair also express concerns about the impact of AI on the creative process and the meaning of game development.
Evening Reading - October 16, 2026
This week's gaming news roundup includes updates on Mina the Hollower, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and The Wolf Among Us Remastered. Legislation for player ownership was introduced, and new game maps are available. The article also touches on upcoming releases like Stranger Than Heaven and Hillthorn, and mentions the latest Jackbox Party Pack and Neva.
Shrek 2 Remaster Leaks, Looks Amazing And I Need It Now
A remaster of Shrek 2: The Game has seemingly leaked via an Xbox.com listing, promising updated textures, enhanced UI, 4K resolution, and new Photo and Cheat Modes. Aspyr Media is reportedly handling the release, which is rumored for November 19. The leak follows recent Shrek game compilations and the franchise's continued presence in other titles.
The Wolf Among Us Remastered delayed on Nintendo Switch, statement shared
The Wolf Among Us Remastered has been delayed on Nintendo Switch, with Telltale Games stating they need additional time to deliver the desired experience for players. The game will still launch on October 29 for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, with the Nintendo Switch version to follow at a later date.
CoD: Modern Warfare 4 Goes Back To Basic To Properly Finish Its Story
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 successfully concludes the rebooted series' narrative with a strong, traditional campaign that returns to linear mission design. The story intertwines two plotlines, following Captain Price's revenge quest and a new South Korean soldier's fight for survival, delivering high-quality, Hollywood-style action across various global locations. While the final boss encounters are a letdown, the overall pacing, engaging gameplay, and compelling character arcs make it the best campaign since the 2019 reboot.
Black Desert celebrates the Halloween season on PC and console with new and continuing events
Black Desert is celebrating Halloween across its PC and console versions with various in-game events. The PC version continues Marni's Playground with a boss fight and fashion show, while the console version features its own Marni's Playground, boss fight, and daily challenges. Both platforms also receive general game updates, and Black Desert Mobile focuses on class updates and quality-of-life improvements.
