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Control Resonant composer says it's his duty to 'represent the story,' but sometimes offers it 'in a different light, as contradicting the on-screen events can be really delicious'
Control composer Petri Alanko discusses his role in crafting the game's musical score, viewing it as an "emotional vessel" that represents the story. He emphasizes the importance of the music existing independently while also serving the narrative, sometimes by offering a light that contradicts on-screen events for dramatic effect. Control is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
WARDOGS Has Earned Nearly $100 Million in Revenue Since Entering Early Access – Rumor
WARDOGS has reportedly generated nearly $100 million in revenue and sold close to 3.2 million units since its early access launch. Developer Bulkhead plans to release a major update on October 15th, introducing Season 2 and heavy rain effects, with PC, Xbox Series S/X, and PlayStation 5 versions planned for 2027.
Metro Redux's Next-Gen Update arrives this month as franchise passes 50 million sales
4A Games is releasing a free next-gen update for Metro 2033 Redux and Metro Last Light Redux on October 22nd for PC and October 29th for consoles. This update coincides with the Metro franchise surpassing 50 million sales worldwide. The enhancements include 4K textures, improved animations, and platform-specific features like DualSense and Xbox Impulse Triggers, aiming to prepare players for the upcoming Metro 2039.
Control Resonant composer says his inspiration comes from concept art, which brings forth 'melodies' and 'a feeling' — 'That feeling combined with the ability to 'hear' pictures - synesthesia, to be exact - are my go-to tools at the ground zero point'
Control Resonant composer Petri Alanko discussed his unique creative process, which heavily involves synesthesia allowing him to 'hear' music from concept art. He praised Remedy Entertainment's transparency culture and detailed how visual inspiration leads to melodies and feelings for the game's soundtrack. Control Resonant is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Metro Redux Next-Gen Update Brings 4K Textures, Native PS5 and Xbox Series X/S Support in October
Metro 2033 Redux and Metro Last Light Redux are receiving a free Next-Gen Update on October 22nd for PC and October 29th for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The update introduces 4K textures, native current-gen console support, and improved performance options like 4K/60 FPS or 4K/120 FPS. Deep Silver also announced the Metro series has surpassed 50 million sales.
The Witcher 3: Remastered Gets Hotfix For Performance Issues, More Patches On the Way
CD Projekt RED and Fool’s Theory have released a hotfix for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S to address performance issues and improve lighting. The developers are investigating further player-reported problems and plan to release more patches, including one for PC save issues. The remaster was a free update for owners of the original game.
Metro 2033 And Metro Last Light Are Getting Current-Gen Native Ports With 4K 60FPS Support
Metro 2033 and Metro Last Light are receiving free native upgrades for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on October 29, featuring 4K resolution and 60 FPS support. The article also mentions an unrelated Metro 2039 release for February 2027.
Exclusive: Listen to Control Resonant's 'Sibling Theme', a track that its composer says 'soothes and comforts' Dylan and Jesse's 'dented childhood memories'
Remedy Entertainment has released 'Sibling Theme' from the Control Resonant soundtrack, composed by Petri Alanko. The track aims to evoke the bond between Jesse and Dylan, with Alanko describing it as a comforting representation of their childhood memories. Control Resonant is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
"My god this new lighting is lifeless" - The Witcher 3 Remastered Edition divides players for a few key reasons
The recent free upgrade for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has divided players, primarily due to controversial lighting changes in the Remastered Edition. Many players feel the new lighting is too bright and washed out, leading to requests for rollback options, especially on consoles. While some technical improvements are acknowledged, issues with bloom, path tracing, HDR, graphical glitches, and performance on older hardware are also causing player dissatisfaction.
Sony should delay PS6 'as long as possible' says former PlayStation boss
Former PlayStation Worldwide Studios boss Shuhei Yoshida advises Sony to delay the PlayStation 6 launch as long as possible, suggesting players and developers are content with the current PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. He believes extending the current generation is a viable strategy to mitigate rising hardware costs and avoid a difficult sell for a more expensive next-generation console.
Xbox Mythic Achievements roll out to Insiders and are retroactively awarded as far back as Xbox 360 games
Microsoft has officially announced and begun rolling out "Mythic Achievements" for Xbox Insiders, which function similarly to PlayStation's Platinum Trophies. These achievements are awarded for unlocking all other achievements in a game and are retroactively applied to titles as far back as the Xbox 360 era. This feature is part of a broader Achievement and profile update, though a full public release date has not yet been announced.
Rainbow Six Tactics game director says the game's 15 Operators have 'unique' loadouts so they didn't 'overlap' with each other — but there was still room for 'community favorites' and 'operators that were impossible to not include'
Rainbow Six Tactics game director Martial Potron emphasized the importance of unique Operator loadouts and playstyles to avoid overlap in the upcoming turn-based tactics game. While the initial roster of 15 Operators includes fan favorites like Ash and Sledge, tough choices were made regarding which characters to include, with no current plans for future additions post-launch.
Legendary RPG’s PS4, PS5 Remaster Out Today on PlayStation Store With 100+ Quests
Gothic II Complete Classic, a remaster of the fantasy RPG including the Night of the Raven expansion, is now available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S|X. The game features over 100 quests, a detailed world with over 500 characters, and more than 200 weapons and spells. An updated Russian localization and standardized terminology are also included.
Blizzard gifts Diablo 4 players one of the game's rarest crafting materials to apologise for Season 15 issues
Blizzard Entertainment is apologizing for Diablo IV's rocky Season of Hell's Legacy launch by gifting players a rare crafting material, the Resplendent Spark. While not all players seem to have received the gift, it's intended as compensation for issues like login errors and server problems that affected the season's start.
Famitsu sales (9/14/26 – 9/20/26) – first week sales revealed for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales data for the week of September 14-20, 2026. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave debuted at the top of the software charts with 127,131 units sold on the Nintendo Switch 2, while hardware sales saw the Nintendo Switch 2 leading the pack.
'We've steered away from anything that's too crude' — Fable associate game director says the series' staple British humour was 'crucial' and 'the real test for Fable when it comes to the tone is that it does just have to be funny'
Associate game directors for the upcoming Fable reboot, Craig Littler and Will Kennedy, emphasized that the series' signature British humour is a crucial element that will be integrated across all game systems. They stated that while the humour is present in dialogue, story, and even combat, the team has deliberately steered away from anything too crude to ensure it lands well with a modern audience. The developers highlighted the importance of great writing and talented actors, including British comedians, to achieve the desired tone.
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered Will Run at 4K/60 FPS on PS5, Xbox Series X
Producer Tomohiko Sho revealed that Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered will target 4K resolution and 60 FPS on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, and Xbox Series X, with upscaled 1080p on Xbox Series S. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will run at 1440p docked and 1080p handheld. The game will also utilize variable refresh rate technology and feature enhanced graphics on the PS5 Pro, including higher mesh quality and PSSR upscaling.
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered Interview – New Mechanics, Weapon Fusion, And More
Omega Force producer Tomohiko Sho discusses the upcoming Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered, detailing new mechanics like Evasion and Weapon Fusion, and the challenges of modernizing combat. The remaster aims to preserve the original's difficulty and 'silliness' while adding new scenarios and integrating characters like Ziluan from Dynasty Warriors: Origins. Sho expressed hope that the remaster's success could lead to further preservation of older Warriors titles.
Rainbow Six Tactics game director says Ubisoft moved away from the 'smoke and mirrors' experience and Mario +…
Rainbow Six Tactics game director Martial Potron stated that the development team drew inspiration from Ubisoft's Mario + Rabbids series to understand tactical game design. Potron explained that the team shifted from the typical 'smoke and mirrors' approach of games like Ghost Recon to a more precise, chess-like philosophy for the turn-based tactics genre. Rainbow Six Tactics is slated for a 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered All Changes from Base Game
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, a free upgrade for existing owners, will introduce over 30 changes including a revamped skill tree, transmogrification system, and improved combat. This significant revision also features a major graphical overhaul with path-tracing and updated textures, alongside new accessibility options and console mod support. The remaster is set to release on September 29, 2026, enhancing the classic action RPG for modern platforms.
