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House Flipper Remastered Collection is OUT NOW on Consoles!
House Flipper Remastered Collection is now available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S for $49.99 USD. This comprehensive bundle includes the base game and 10 DLCs, featuring upgraded graphics, new items, and quality-of-life improvements. Loyalty discounts are offered for returning players on both PlayStation and Xbox platforms.
Don't drive in the lava! — Star Wars: Galactic Racer will feature status effects on each planet 'that can be inflicted on you', but can also be counteracted thanks to the synergy system
Fuse Games has detailed Star Wars: Galactic Racer's synergy system, where planets will feature status effects like lava or extreme heat that impact vehicles. Players can counteract these effects through mechanics like driving through water. The game also features a "runs-based" campaign and an upgrade tree for vehicle customization, arriving on October 6 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
GTA 6 PS5 Will Play Better Than Xbox Series X|S Version
Rockstar Games and Sony Interactive Entertainment have announced that Grand Theft Auto VI will leverage PlayStation 5 exclusive technology, including DualSense controller features and Tempest 3D AudioTech, for an enhanced experience. The game is set to launch on November 19, 2026, for $80, with PS5 players receiving a free month of GTA+ subscription with preorders.
GTA 6 physical copies have a download code in the box and fans aren't happy — 'The biggest game to ever launch and that’s all the effort you’re putting in for physical?'
Physical copies of Grand Theft Auto 6 will not include a disc, but rather a digital download code, disappointing fans who prefer physical media. This decision by Rockstar has led to criticism regarding the effort put into physical editions for what is considered the biggest game launch ever. The game is set to launch on November 19 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
We finally know the official GTA 6 price ahead of pre-orders — it's expensive, but not as bad as some had…
Rockstar Games has revealed the pricing for Grand Theft Auto 6, with the standard edition costing $79.99 and the Ultimate Edition priced at $99.99. Pre-orders before November 20, 2026, will include the Vintage Vice City Pack DLC. The game is set to release on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Will Cost $80, Ultimate Edition Retails for $100
Rockstar Games has announced that Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch on November 19th for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S with a Standard Edition price of $80 and an Ultimate Edition for $100. This pricing decision is being discussed as a potential industry shift, with analysts noting its impact on future game releases and sales projections for current-generation consoles.
'We really wanted the city to feel like a character in our game' — Gears of War: E-Day studio creative director says the game will make you 'care' about the city's fall through environmental storytelling
The Coalition's studio creative director, Matt Searcy, stated that Gears of War: E-Day aims to make players care about the city of Kolana through extensive environmental storytelling. The game will focus on a single city setting, allowing for deeper world-building and exploration, contrasting with previous titles in the series. Gears of War: E-Day is set to launch exclusively for Xbox Series X and Series S on October 6.
The Coalition says Active Reload is an 'iconic feature' that has been updated for Gears of War: E-Day, and some weapons also have 'additional reload mechanics'
The Coalition studio creative director Matt Searcy confirmed that the Active Reload mechanic will return in Gears of War: E-Day, featuring updates such as its placement in the middle of the screen for improved feel and ease of learning. Some weapons will also include additional reload mechanics, allowing for partial reloads or strategic use of partially loaded magazines. The game is set to launch exclusively for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer creative director says game will have 'consequential decision-making' with a 'runs-based structure inside the campaign' — 'We want every decision to matter'
Fuse Games CEO Matt Webster and Creative Director Kieran Crimmins revealed that Star Wars: Galactic Racer will feature a runs-based structure within its campaign, emphasizing consequential decision-making where every choice matters. This approach aims to bring replayability and consequence back into the arcade racing experience, a departure from traditional upgrade systems. The game is set to release on October 6 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Series S, and PC.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer creative director says the game has 'unbelievable' mechanical depth and features 'trillions' of vehicle part combinations — 'I would argue there may not be an arcade racer with that much depth in it ever made'
Fuse Games Creative Director Kieran Crimmins stated that Star Wars: Galactic Racer will feature "trillions" of vehicle part combinations, offering "unbelievable depth" for an arcade racer. The game, launching October 6 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, aims to balance familiar Star Wars elements with new vehicle fantasies and extensive customization options.
Best Amazon Prime Day 2026 UK deals for PS5, Xbox, and Switch consoles and games
Amazon's Prime Day 2026 sale is offering discounts on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles, including refurbished models. Several games for PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch are also on sale. Additionally, Prime members can claim numerous free PC games during the event.
The 8K version of the GameSir G7 Pro has taken its first-ever discount, and it's not even in the big summer sale…
Walmart has offered a nearly $20 discount on the GameSir G7 Pro 8K controller, ahead of Amazon's Prime Day sale. This deal applies specifically to the Nioh 3 colorway and offers a higher polling rate and swappable thumbstick tops compared to the regular GameSir G7 Pro, though it lacks Xbox Series X/S compatibility.
EA Sports UFC 6 Interview – Flow State, The Legacy, Console Performance, And More
EA Sports discusses the design of EA Sports UFC 6, focusing on the "Flow State" system, "The Legacy" prologue, and an overhauled Career Mode that emphasizes player agency and narrative consequences. The interview also details technical specifications for current-gen consoles, including specific resolutions and frame rates for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S, with PS5 Pro receiving enhanced visual features.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 game director says the game will have 'massive amounts of customization' — 'There's almost an infinite amount of ways to coordinate with your buds on how you want to kit up as a group'
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 game director Chris Cross stated the game will feature extensive customization options, allowing for near-infinite ways to coordinate character builds within a squad. New elemental damage types, interchangeable weapon attachments, and revamped enemy factions will be introduced, alongside a new Specialist class that can be multiclassed. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 director says the team 'worked very close' with 20th Century Studios 'to make sure that we were hitting the lore correctly'
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 will feature a self-contained story that closely adheres to the established Alien franchise lore, according to game director Chris Cross. Cold Iron Studios collaborated with 20th Century Studios to ensure accuracy, while the game will also include returning characters. The co-operative shooter is set for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Series S, and PC, with a focus on four-player co-op.
We spoke to three Xbox Game Studio teams about exclusivity, and got two very different answers
Developers from Xbox Game Studios have differing views on game exclusivity. Gears of War: E-Day creative director Matt Searcy believes it makes sense as an Xbox exclusive, while developers for Halo: Campaign Evolved and Fable are excited about releasing on multiple platforms to reach a wider audience.
Xbox's Confusing Exclusivity Criteria Now Aided by 'EXCLUSIVE' Label on Console Dashboard
Xbox has introduced a new 'EXCLUSIVE' label on its console dashboard to clarify which games are exclusive to the platform. This label aims to help players understand the exclusivity status of titles available on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S.
Moonlight Pale Unlocks Console Ports and Physical Editions
Blue Lily's hand-drawn survival horror game, Moonlight Pale, has successfully met its Kickstarter goal and will be released on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series S|X, and Nintendo Switch. The campaign also unlocked Mac and Linux ports, additional game modes, and will feature Standard and limited "Eclipse" physical editions for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.
House Flipper Remastered Collection Launches on Consoles on June 24!
House Flipper Remastered Collection is launching on PlayStation and Xbox consoles on June 24th for $49.99 USD. This enhanced version includes the base game and 10 DLCs, optimized for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S, with new content and quality-of-life improvements. Returning players can receive loyalty discounts on the PlayStation Store and Xbox Store.
'This almost looks like real footage' — A new look at GTA 6 and Vice City has been revealed and fans are…
Rockstar Games has released new footage of Grand Theft Auto 6, showcasing Vice City at sunset, which fans have praised for its realistic visuals. The game is set to launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Series S, with pre-orders beginning on June 25. While the new visuals have impressed many, some players have noted graphical limitations and are concerned about performance.
