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This Awesome Xbox Controller Is 60% Off For A Limited Time
Woot is offering the PowerA Advantage Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S and PC at a significant discount, with prices starting as low as $10 for new customers using a coupon code. The controller features customizable RGB lighting, mappable buttons, and impulse triggers. This deal is valid until May 22.
Darksiders Warmastered Charges PS5 Players For An Upgrade Xbox Already Gives Away For Free
THQ Nordic has released Darksiders Warmastered Edition on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. While Xbox owners who purchased the Xbox One version receive a free upgrade with 4K resolution and 60fps, PlayStation 5 owners are charged $10 for the upgrade. This contrasts with Xbox's Smart Delivery system, which typically offers free upgrades.
Darksiders Warmastered Charges PS5 Players For An Upgrade Xbox Already Gives Away For Free
THQ Nordic has released Darksiders Warmastered Edition on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. While Xbox owners who purchased the previous generation version receive a free upgrade with 4K resolution and 60fps, PlayStation 5 players are being charged $10 for the same upgrade. This contrasts with Xbox's Smart Delivery system, which typically offers free upgrades.
'No Comment': Darksiders Publisher Refuses to Explain $10 PS5 Upgrade Charge That's Free on Xbox
THQ Nordic has declined to comment on why the PlayStation 5 version of Darksiders: Warmastered Edition requires a $10 upgrade fee for existing PS4 owners, while the Xbox Series X|S upgrade is free. The publisher stated the PS4 version will remain at its original price, while the PS5 version launches at a higher price point, creating the disparity.
Free on Xbox, PS5 Owners Made to Pay $10 for New Darksiders Upgrade
PlayStation 5 owners of Darksiders: Warmastered Edition must pay $10 for the current-gen upgrade, while Xbox Series X|S owners receive it for free. This price difference stems from THQ Nordic's decision to keep the PS4 version at its original price while increasing the Xbox One version's price to match the new current-gen editions. The PS5 version offers native 4K rendering, a Photo Mode, and DualSense controller support.
War Rides Again: Darksiders Warmastered Edition Out Now on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S
Darksiders Warmastered Edition is now available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, offering native 4K rendering and 60 FPS gameplay. Owners of the previous generation versions can upgrade for a fee on PlayStation 5 or for free on Xbox Series X|S. The game features brutal combat, puzzles, and exploration as players step into the role of War, one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.
Civilization 7 Is A Completely Different Game Following The Test Of Time Update
Firaxis Games and 2K have released the 'Test of Time' update for Sid Meier's Civilization VII, significantly reworking core gameplay mechanics. The update reintroduces the concept of 'Time-Tested Civs' that persist through age transitions, replaces the Legacy Path system with a new Triumphs system across six attributes, and decouples victory conditions from Triumphs, allowing for earlier pursuit. The update is available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and for mobile via Apple Arcade.
R-Type Dimensions III Brings Back Classic Arcade Chaos
R-Type Dimensions III, a modern take on the classic shoot 'em up series, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC for £29.99. Developed by KK3 and published by ININ Games, it features rebuilt 3D visuals, enhanced effects, new gameplay features like local co-op, and retains the series' signature brutal difficulty.
Darksiders Warmastered Edition is Out Now on PS5, Xbox Series X/S For $29.99
THQ Nordic has released Darksiders Warmastered Edition on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S for $29.99, with upgrade options available for existing owners. The remaster features stable 60 FPS gameplay and native 4K rendering. Gunfire Games is also confirmed to be working on Darksiders 4 for current-generation platforms.
The Best Forza Games Ranked
This article ranks all the Forza games from worst to best, starting with Forza Street and ending with Forza Horizon 5. The ranking considers various factors including gameplay, graphics, car selection, and overall impact on the franchise. Forza Horizon 5 is praised for its Mexican setting and current-gen performance, while Forza Motorsport 3 is highlighted as a benchmark for balancing difficulty and accessibility in racing simulators.
Forza Horizon 6 Proves Xbox Still Has One Franchise No One Can Touch
Forza Horizon 6 continues the franchise's streak of critical acclaim, earning high Metascores and praise for its visuals, gameplay, and open-world design in Japan. This consistent excellence stands in contrast to the struggles of other Xbox franchises like Halo and Gears of War. Playground Games' ability to deliver on fan expectations and maintain quality is highlighted as the key to Forza Horizon's enduring success.
Daily Video Game Deals May 19 – Starship Troopers: Extermination, SOUTH PARK – SNOW DAY!, The Rogue Prince of Persia, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN & More
Daily video game deals for May 19th include discounts on Starship Troopers: Extermination, South Park: Snow Day!, The Rogue Prince of Persia, and Elden Ring: Nightreign. These deals are available across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Neon Inferno's New Update Delivers Scorching Hot Visual Upgrades, Scoring Overhaul, and Quality-of-Life Improvements
Retroware and Zenovia Interactive have released Patch #3 for their cyberpunk run-'n-gun game Neon Inferno, introducing visual upgrades, quality-of-life improvements, and a scoring system overhaul. The patch is available on PC, Steam, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 4 and 5, with a Nintendo Switch release pending. Future updates will include a new Survival Mode.
My Little Pony: Magic Princess Gallops Onto The Xbox Store For Free
My Little Pony: Magic Princess, a free-to-play city builder and adventure game from Gameloft, has been released on the Xbox Store for PC. While playable on PC, it is not available on Xbox consoles like the Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One. The game features hundreds of unlockable characters and locations from the My Little Pony franchise.
Persona 3 Reload Localization Survey Asks About Its Translation
Atlus is soliciting feedback on the localization of Persona 3 Reload through a survey for Sega account members. The survey asks players about the naturalness, grammatical correctness, tone, and character voice acting of the game's translation. It also inquires about menu and UI elements and allows for general feedback on Atlus titles.
PS5 Players Can Try Action-Packed Game for Free Before Launch
PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 players can now try the upcoming roguelike shooter Hyperwired for free via a demo available on the PlayStation Store. Developed by GameMaker and published by Selecta Play and Entalto Publishing, the game features a unique 'tethered' mechanic where players must plug into power sockets to recharge. Hyperwired is slated for a global release in summer 2026 across multiple platforms including PC, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Båda Moss-spelen slås ihop och släpps till platta skärmar
Polyarc announced that Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a collection including the first Moss game and Moss: Book II, will be released for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch this summer. This new version will be playable on traditional flat screens, removing the VR requirement for the entire collection.
As the Stop Killing Games initiative advances, blocky racing game Lego 2K Drive is being delisted tomorrow
Lego 2K Drive will be delisted from digital storefronts on May 19th, making it unavailable for purchase. While the game will remain playable offline after its servers shut down on May 31st, 2027, this move highlights the ongoing "Stop Killing Games" initiative advocating for game preservation.
Splitgate Developer’s Next Game is Empulse, Features Titanfall-Like Mechs – Rumor
A report suggests that 1047 Games' next title, tentatively named Empulse, is a movement shooter inspired by Titanfall, featuring giant mechs similar to those in Respawn Entertainment's game. The game will reportedly include mechanics like grappling hooks and wall-running. Splitgate: Arena Reloaded is currently available on multiple platforms, though its player count has significantly declined.
Terraria marks 70 million sales and 15th anniversary with a promise to "continue beyond" its next big update
Terraria has surpassed 70 million sales across all platforms as it celebrates its 15th anniversary. Developer Re-Logic expressed gratitude to the player base, stating that updates will continue beyond the upcoming 1.4.6/Crossplay update. The studio is also releasing a 15th-anniversary collector's edition and a retrospective book titled Terraria Design Works.
