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Musical Memory: Cats Matching Band Brings A Musical Twist To Puzzles
Musical Memory: Cats Matching Band is a puzzle game for Xbox and PC that combines card-matching with a musical twist. Each successful match adds a musician to a band, dynamically building the soundtrack as the player progresses through 15 levels. Priced at £3.29, the game offers a charming and lighthearted experience suitable for both short bursts and longer play sessions.
Sony closes first-party studio Dark Outlaw Games
Sony Interactive Entertainment has shut down its first-party studio Dark Outlaw Games, founded by industry veteran Jason Blundell. The company cited strategic adjustments for long-term sustainability, which included workforce reductions. Separately, Epic Games announced layoffs of over 1,000 employees due to a downturn in Fortnite engagement and broader industry challenges.
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition rated in Korea
An unannounced "Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition" has been rated in Korea, suggesting a potential upcoming release. The original Sonic Frontiers launched in November 2022 and has received several free post-launch updates. This follows a trend of "Definitive Editions" for recent Sonic titles like Sonic Origins Plus and Sonic Mania Plus.
Daily Video Game Deals Mar 25 – Rune Factory Guardians of Azuma, Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, KEMCO RPG Selection Vol. 3 & More
Daily video game deals for March 25th include discounts on titles such as Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, Five Nights at Freddy's: Into the Pit, and Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Rated in South Korea, Potential New Content Incoming
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition has been rated in South Korea, suggesting potential new content or a re-release. The original game, launched in November 2022, received several major free updates. This rating comes as Sega is confirmed to attend an upcoming Xbox Partner Preview, fueling speculation about an announcement.
Splitgate Studio is Now Working on a New Game Inspired by Titanfall, Call of Duty: Black Ops 3
1047 Games, the developer behind Splitgate, has announced that a small team is working on a new movement shooter inspired by Titanfall and Call of Duty: Black Ops 3. While this new project is in development, the studio will continue to support Splitgate: Arena Reloaded. The company is seeking sign-ups for future playtesting of the new title.
MOUSE: P.I. for Hire Physical Pre-Orders Live; Digital Editions Detailed
Fumi Games and PlaySide Publishing have announced that physical pre-orders for MOUSE: P.I. for Hire are now live, with physical editions releasing on July 10 and digital editions on April 16. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features a monochrome, rubber-hose animation art style and a retro jazz soundtrack.
Age of Mythology: Retold DLC ‘Obsidian Mirror’ launches April 21
The downloadable content "Obsidian Mirror" for Age of Mythology: Retold, featuring the Aztec civilization, will launch on April 21. This expansion introduces three new Major Gods, nine Minor Gods, and new gameplay mechanics like Fear and Illusion, alongside a 12-mission campaign. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC.
Age of Mythology: Retold expansion “Obsidian Mirror” launches in April
The expansion "Obsidian Mirror" for Age of Mythology: Retold, featuring Aztec mythology, will launch on April 21st for PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. This DLC introduces new gods like Quetzalcoatl, Tezcatlipoca, and Huitzilopochtli, along with new mechanics, units, and a 12-mission campaign exploring divine conflict.
Crossout survivors will risk everything in "Rust & Dust"
Gaijin Entertainment has launched a new limited-time event for Crossout called "Rust & Dust." This event introduces a new game mode with accelerated progression and a focus on risk, where players can lose effective car parts in battle. The event also features a battle pass with rewards for both the event and the main game, and runs until June 3rd.
Atomfall players have munched 16.8m Cornish pasties in the last 12 months, eye-opening stats reveal as survival hit turns one
Rebellion has released player statistics for its survival game Atomfall, marking its upcoming first anniversary. In the past 12 months, players have consumed over 16.8 million Cornish pasties and died 42.3 million times, with BARD robots being the primary cause of player deaths. The bow and arrow is the most used weapon, and the game was Rebellion's most successful launch ever.
Battlefield Hardline Ends Service and Delisted On Consoles
Electronic Arts has announced that Battlefield Hardline will be delisted from digital storefronts on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 starting May 22nd, with online services for the game on these consoles ending June 22nd. While the single-player mode will remain accessible, the game and its DLC will no longer be purchasable. The PC version of Battlefield Hardline remains unaffected.
New Cozy Adventure: Meow Moments: Myth & Machine
Mens Sana Interactive announced Meow Moments: Celebrating Myth & Machine, a new hidden object game featuring cats across different eras. The game will be released on Xbox platforms on March 25 and on Nintendo Switch on April 1. It includes over 600 hidden items across two distinct scenes: a medieval fantasy realm and a futuristic sci-fi city.
Epic Games lays off over 1,000 employees following "downturn in Fortnite engagement"
Epic Games has laid off over 1,000 employees, citing a downturn in Fortnite engagement and increased operational costs. CEO Tim Sweeney stated the cuts are necessary for financial stability and to put the company in a more sustainable position. This follows a previous round of layoffs in September 2023.
Battlefield Hardline delisted and servers taken offline, but PC players are okay for now
Servers for Battlefield Hardline have been taken offline, and the game is being delisted from Xbox One and PlayStation 4 stores. PC players will still be able to play the game, though online functionality may be affected.
Battlefield Hardline slutar säljas på PS4 och Xbox One – pc berörs ej
Electronic Arts has announced that Battlefield Hardline will cease digital sales on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on May 22. Online support for the game on these consoles will be shut down on June 22, though singleplayer will remain playable. The PC version is unaffected and will continue to be sold and supported online.
Xbox Game Pass Gets A Massive Boost – Including A 5/5 Must-Play RPG Giant
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles this week, highlighted by the critically acclaimed RPG Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. The subscription service also welcomes the roguelite brawler Absolum and the city-building strategy game Nova Roma (Game Preview). These additions span across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Cloud platforms, offering a diverse range of genres for subscribers.
Decode Historic Symbols In Cipher Monk: Ancient Calculus
Cipher Monk: Ancient Calculus is a new puzzle game from Afil Games available on Xbox and PC, focusing on interpreting ancient symbols rather than traditional math. The game offers 35 handcrafted levels designed for a calm, meditative experience, building upon the formula of the original Cipher Monk with a smoother onboarding process. It is available in optimized versions for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, as well as for Windows PC.
The 10 best GTA clones to play while you wait for GTA 6
This article lists ten "GTA clone" games that players can enjoy while waiting for the release of Grand Theft Auto 6. It highlights various titles from different eras and platforms, discussing their similarities and differences to the Grand Theft Auto series.
Daily Video Game Deals Mar 24 – Soul Hackers 2, Little Nightmares III, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, Rune Factory 3: Special, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound, Frostpunk 2: Ice Breaker, Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian & More
Daily video game deals for March 24th include significant discounts on titles such as Soul Hackers 2, Little Nightmares III, and Rune Factory 3: Special. These deals are available across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.