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The Witcher 3 Remastered Is Already Being Patched For Being Too Bright
CD Projekt Red has released a patch for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC to address complaints about the game being too bright. The update includes various lighting adjustments, with another hotfix planned for PC to resolve a save game issue. Players are still reporting concerns about HDR implementation and performance.
Recension – Gears of War: E-Day
Gears of War: E-Day marks a return to the series' roots, with The Coalition delivering a prequel that blends survival horror elements with classic third-person shooter action. The game's early hours, focusing on Marcus and Dom's initial encounters with the Locust horde, are particularly strong, creating a fresh yet familiar experience. While the campaign offers some non-linear paths and promises robust multiplayer modes without battle passes, minor issues with sniper accuracy are noted.
007 First Light’s Free Expansion Gives Bond A Driving License To Kill
IO Interactive has released a major free update called Extended Operations for 007 First Light, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The update introduces new missions like Valhalla Protocol and Jungle Heist, a photo mode, New Game+, new weapons, outfits, and a challenging 00 difficulty mode. While the game has sold well, its Nintendo Switch 2 version has been delayed to March 2027.
Famitsu sales (9/21/26 – 9/27/26) – first week sales revealed for Dragon Quest 11 S on Nintendo Switch 2
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales figures for the week of September 21-27, 2026. The Nintendo Switch 2 led hardware sales, while Derby Stallion 2 topped the software charts. Dragon Quest 11 S for the Nintendo Switch 2 debuted at fifth place.
Hands on: Gears of War: E-Day review-in-progress: "Gears is finally back firing on cylinders – this is the series' Halo 3 ODST moment"
Gears of War: E-Day offers a compelling setting and excellent third-person gunfights, with an adaptive cover system that makes combat dynamically chaotic. The devastated city of Kalona serves as a standout feat of level design, though melee combat and some weapon balance issues are noted drawbacks. The campaign is a triumph, restoring the series to the cutting edge of shooters.
How Long Is Gears of War: E-Day – Mission List And Hours Played
Gears of War: E-Day's campaign is estimated to take 10-14 hours to complete on normal difficulty, including some collectible hunting and side missions. The game features a linear, cover-based shooter experience with semi-open world areas for exploration. The campaign is divided into five acts, with Acts 2-4 being the longest.
A Colossal Update and Two DLCs Come to Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles
Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles has received a major "Colossal Console Update" bringing Xbox versions in line with PC, alongside two new DLCs: Verne Bannerless and Medieval Houses. The update introduces features like upgradable surveyors, the Behemoth unit, curved walls, and overhauled combat, while the DLCs add new cosmetic and unit options.
Storebound Turns A Shopping Trip Into A Co-Op Horror Nightmare
Storebound, a co-op horror adventure developed and published by Embers, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and PC for £8.79. The game traps players in a cursed megastore where they must solve puzzles, share clues, and manage a sanity system to escape. Communication is key, but can also become a liability as the store itself hunts players.
Control Resonant Has Finally Gotten The One Thing It’s Missing (But Only On PC)
A PC modding community has created a photo mode for Control Resonant, addressing a feature that Remedy Entertainment plans to officially add in a November update. The game also received update 1.4.0, introducing a New Game+ mode, various bug fixes, and quality-of-life improvements.
CONTROL Resonant Update Adds New Mode & QoL Fixes
Remedy Entertainment has released a significant update for CONTROL Resonant, introducing unlimited New Game++ runs and a host of quality-of-life improvements, performance optimizations, and bug fixes. The update aims to enhance player progression tracking, reduce combat intensity in certain areas, and improve overall stability and features across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
DYNASTY WARRIORS 3: Complete Edition Remastered Brings A Classic Back To The Battlefield
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered has been released, bringing the 2001 classic and its Xtreme Legends expansion to modern platforms including Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The remaster features updated graphics using Unreal Engine 5, refined controls, and retains the signature 1 vs. 1,000 action, offline co-op, and core gameplay mechanics.
En videogenomgång av Valor Mortis – soulslike ur förstapersonsvy
Valor Mortis is an upcoming first-person soulslike game set in an alternate reality where players embody a former Napoleonic soldier with supernatural powers. The game features challenging combat with timed parries and numerous defeats, alongside melee and ranged weapons, and unique "amber" items that offer trade-offs. Developed by One More Level, known for the Ghostrunner series, Valor Mortis is set to release on October 13 for PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5.
Witcher 3 Remastered patch addressing "various lighting adjustments" rolls out
CD Projekt Red has released a patch for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, addressing player feedback regarding lighting adjustments. The update includes fixes for dark interiors and ensures parity with the PC version, alongside other improvements and a fix for DLSS availability on the Xbox Play Anywhere version.
End Of Abyss Wants You To Explore The Darkest Corners Of A Broken World
End of Abyss, an atmospheric action-adventure game from Section 9 Interactive and Epic Games Publishing, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC for £22.69. Players control Cel, a combat technician investigating a mysterious underground facility filled with dangerous creatures and uncovering its dark secrets. The game emphasizes survival, exploration, and improving equipment to overcome threats.
Alien Breed 35th Anniversary and the return of Commodore interview
Commodore is relaunching as a publisher, starting with the Alien Breed 35th Anniversary Collection. The company, which has reacquired its original trademarks, aims to preserve classic games and hardware, with plans for future publishing ventures. The Alien Breed collection features all six original games, updated controls, and extensive museum content, highlighting the importance of game preservation.
TOYCRAFTER Lets You Build Creepy Creations On Xbox And PlayStation
TOYCRAFTER, a simulation horror game focused on building unsettling doll creations, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 for £3.29. The game previously released on Steam with 'Very Positive' reviews and challenges players to focus on their craft while ignoring strange occurrences in their workshop.
AMD's new 'Gainsborough' APU rumoured to be the chip that powers the long-awaited Steam Deck 2
A rumored AMD APU codenamed 'Gainsborough' is expected to power the next-generation Steam Deck 2, according to a YouTube leak. This chip, built on TSMC's advanced N3P node, is anticipated to offer a significant performance leap over the original Steam Deck, aligning with Valve's desire for a major generational upgrade rather than an incremental one. The Gainsborough APU is expected to feature AMD's Zen 6 CPU and RDNA 5 GPU architectures, potentially mirroring technologies planned for future consoles.
Ocean Media Has Three New Xbox Games For You Today
Ocean Media has released three new games simultaneously on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S: Weekend Solitaire: Summer Village, Chronicles Of Albian: The Magic Convention, and Mirrors of Deception: The Poisoned Legacy. The titles offer varied experiences ranging from card games to hidden object adventures and detective stories.
GTA 6 Weather Will Vary Across Leonida and Leave Traces
Rockstar Games has detailed the localized and persistent weather system for Grand Theft Auto VI, featuring dynamic clouds, hurricanes, and lingering effects like puddles. While the visual ambition is clear, the specific gameplay impacts of these weather events remain unknown. The game is scheduled to launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X on November 19.
GamesRadar+ Deal of the Day Digest
GamesRadar+ is curating daily deals on gaming hardware and software for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC. The site highlights a discount on Metroid Prime 4, noting that such savings are rare once games are released.
