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Would You Pull The Lever? The Trolley Solution Arrives On Xbox And PlayStation
The philosophical puzzle game, The Trolley Solution, has been released on Xbox and PlayStation consoles for £8.39. Developed and published by Take IT Studio!, the game presents players with 20 variations of the classic trolley problem, incorporating puzzles and minigames. An expansion pack is also available.
Xbox's version of PlayStation's Platinum Trophy achievement seems to leak, and it's got a sound-effect that's 15 seconds long
Microsoft appears to be introducing a "Mythic Achievement" for Xbox, similar to PlayStation's Platinum Trophy, which is reportedly retroactive and worth zero Gamerscore. This comes amidst significant restructuring within Xbox, including the effective closure of Halo Studios and job losses across multiple development teams like Ninja Theory and World's Edge.
GTA 6 will have ‘league wide’ impact on all sports warns athlete
NBA player Steven Adams humorously warned that Grand Theft Auto 6's November release will cause a 'league wide' drop in sports performance as fans will be too preoccupied playing the game. He suggested that professional sports leagues, including the NFL, might see a decline in performance for the month of November. This prediction comes as Grand Theft Auto 5 is the best-selling video game of all time, and Grand Theft Auto 6 is anticipated to be a major cultural event.
Sandwalkers Sends Adventurers Into A World Where The Weather Wants You Dead
Sandwalkers, a turn-based roguelike exploration game, has launched on Xbox Series X, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Players lead a caravan of the Mka tribe through the dangerous Phithi region, facing extreme weather, monsters, and pirates while trying to establish a new home and end a climate crisis. The game features a unique roguelike system where knowledge from failed expeditions is passed on to future caravans.
I Hear Them – Rats, Supernatural Secrets And One Seriously Brave Cat
I Hear Them is a first-person horror adventure game where players investigate a rat infestation in their new home, uncovering supernatural secrets with the help of their cat, Lola. The game, available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, received a 3.5/5 review score, with Lola being highlighted as a particularly memorable and useful companion.
Out-of-print Metroid Dread physical copies are selling north of $100 as collectors scramble to catch up before the…
Physical copies of Metroid Dread are selling for over $100 on eBay, with some reaching as high as $170, as collectors scramble to acquire the game before the upcoming Metroid Ravenous. This surge in demand highlights the continued allure of physical media for Nintendo fans, even as PlayStation moves away from it.
Xbox’s Mythic Achievement Update Dropping Soon
Xbox is introducing a new 'Mythic Achievement' system, similar to PlayStation's Platinum Trophy. Players will earn a Mythic Achievement upon completing all core Achievements for a game.
Looks like Xbox is about to add its own version of PlayStation's Platinum Trophy: the Mythic Achievement
Xbox is reportedly introducing 'Mythic Achievements,' a system similar to PlayStation's Platinum Trophy, to reward players for 100% game completion. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma had previously confirmed work on such a feature, and recent updates to the Xbox PC app reveal the 'Mythic Achievement' symbol and sound effect. These achievements will be worth 0 Gamerscore and will not include DLC.
Perfect Ten: The MMOs that paved the path for console MMOs
This article explores the history of MMORPGs on consoles, highlighting ten pioneering titles that paved the way for modern online console gaming. It details games like Phantasy Star Online, Final Fantasy XI, EverQuest Online Adventures, and Destiny, discussing their impact and evolution.
FEROCIOUS Review | TheXboxHub
FEROCIOUS is a survival shooter that combines guns and dinosaurs, aiming to evoke nostalgia for mid-2000s gaming experiences. While the story is predictable and the AI basic, the game offers chaotic gunfights, satisfying crafting mechanics, and impressive visuals for its price point. It successfully delivers on its core premise of shooting dinosaurs on a mysterious island.
Age of Empires studio World's Edge reportedly lost "nearly half" of its staff during yesterday's Xbox cuts and move to Activision
The Age of Empires studio World's Edge has reportedly lost nearly half of its staff following an Xbox restructuring that moved the studio under Activision's control. Former creative director Adam Isgreen confirmed his own departure and that of many colleagues. This news comes amidst broader layoffs and studio consolidations within Xbox, though the article also notes the success of Star Wars Zero Company, which has sold over a million copies despite its development team facing furlough.
Star Wars Zero Company finds success in passing 1m sales, so can the furloughed development team be reinstated and paid now?
Star Wars Zero Company, a turn-based tactics game developed by Bit Reactor, has surpassed one million in sales, generating an estimated $50 million in revenue. This success is contrasted with the studio's decision to furlough most of its development team without pay prior to release, raising questions about their potential reinstatement and payment using game revenue.
State of Decay studio Undead Labs goes independent after Xbox restructuring, but lays off "a significant number" of the team in doing so
Undead Labs, the developer of the State of Decay series, has become an independent, worker-owned studio after being acquired by Microsoft in 2018. This transition comes with significant layoffs, with the studio stating "a significant number" of staff are departing. Despite the restructuring, development on State of Decay 3 continues for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, with a closed beta planned before the end of the year and a 2027 release target.
Undead Labs confirms it is now an "employee-owned studio"
Undead Labs, the developer of State of Decay, has announced its separation from Xbox and is now operating as an employee-owned studio. Development on State of Decay 3 continues, with a planned release in 2027 for Xbox, Game Pass, PC, and PlayStation. This transition occurs amidst broader layoffs and restructuring within Microsoft's gaming division.
Break Free And Blast Away In BIRDCAGE
BIRDCAGE, an old-school vertical shoot 'em up, has been released on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Developed and published by Eastasiasoft Limited and POLYGON BIRD, the game features six stages of bullet hell chaos, multiple attack options, and a focus on score chasing with a retro visual style and soundtrack.
Starcraft Shooter “Won’t Be Exclusive” to Xbox, Says Blizzard
Blizzard Entertainment has stated that the upcoming StarCraft game will not be exclusive to Xbox, though specific details regarding PC, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch versions remain unconfirmed. The company is keeping development details close to its chest, but the potential for a new campaign and multiplayer modes suggests a strategy to reach a wider audience.
StarCraft Doesn’t Sound Like An Xbox Exclusive
Blizzard Entertainment's upcoming StarCraft shooter will not be an Xbox exclusive, though the exact platforms remain unclear. While Blizzard stated it's incorrect to call it an Xbox exclusive, they did not confirm PlayStation availability beyond PC. This announcement comes amidst Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard and a recent shift by Xbox towards console exclusives for some of its franchises.
Raise The Dead – And The Profits – In Graveyard Keeper 2
Graveyard Keeper 2 has launched for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC, priced at £20.99. Developed by Lazy Bear Games and published by tinyBuild, the sequel expands on the original's management simulation formula with new features like zombie automation, town rebuilding, and undead warfare.
Rivage Traps You In A Beautiful Space Station Where Time Has Gone Wrong
Rivage, a first-person sci-fi puzzle adventure game, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation. Developed by 9525-0106 Québec Inc. / Exnilo Studio and published by Raw Fury, the game strands players as researcher Miranda on the A.R.E.S. space station where a mysterious phenomenon has caused time to become unstable. Players must explore the station, uncover clues, and solve puzzles involving time manipulation to unravel the mystery of the crew's disappearance.
Playstation verkar testa ett nytt belöningsprogram
Sony appears to be testing a new, simpler reward program for PlayStation users, distinct from the previously discontinued PlayStation Stars. Reports indicate that purchasing certain games in the PlayStation Store may now grant direct wallet credit, with one user receiving ten dollars.
