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Rivage Review | TheXboxHub
Rivage is a puzzle adventure game set in the 25th century where players control Miranda, the sole survivor of a space mission gone wrong. The game features a time loop mechanic and requires careful energy management to solve complex puzzles within a beautifully designed space station. While the initial story setup is slow, the game delivers engaging challenges and a satisfying conclusion.
Here's The Witcher 3 Remastered release time for your region
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, an update featuring improved visuals and quality-of-life tweaks, will be released on September 29th. The 45GB update will have a rolling release time across PC and consoles, with specific times provided for various regions.
BLACKSHARD Review | TheXboxHub
BLACKSHARD is a unique and dreamlike experience that blends visual novel elements with exploration. Developed by Redlock Studios, the game features impossible architectural structures and an enigmatic narrative that encourages players to piece together its mysteries. While its niche appeal and abstract storytelling may not resonate with everyone, its stunning visuals and haunting soundtrack make it a memorable journey for those willing to embrace its obscurity.
Is Gears Of War: E-Day On Steam?
Gears of War: E-Day will be available on PC via Steam, in addition to the Xbox Series X|S console and Xbox PC storefront. The game will launch simultaneously on all platforms, with Premium Edition owners receiving early access on October 1 and the Standard Edition on October 6. The title is also confirmed to be optimized for PC gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck and ASUS ROG Ally.
Here’s How Visually Different The Witcher 3 Remastered Looks
The Witcher 3 Remastered introduces significant visual upgrades, including path tracing, a feature exclusive to the updated version. Comparisons show enhanced graphics on PC with ray tracing and path tracing enabled, though some minor graphical issues may be present in the pre-release build. The remaster is available for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, with a new DLC, Songs of the Past, planned for 2027.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered review - better than ever, bugs and all
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered offers a significant graphical and gameplay overhaul, keeping the acclaimed quest design and characters intact. While the improvements are substantial and free for existing owners, the remaster retains many of the original game's bugs and glitches, particularly with Geralt's horse Roach and occasional visual oddities. Despite these persistent issues, the enhanced visuals and refined combat make it an excellent way to experience or revisit this legendary action RPG.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered is really just polishing perfection
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's Remastered Edition significantly enhances the decade-old RPG with visual upgrades, including reworked lighting and ray tracing, alongside substantial gameplay tweaks. CD Projekt Red has refined combat, the skill tree, UI, and enemy AI, aiming to present the game in its best possible state. While minor issues like dialogue volume inconsistency persist, the overall polish makes the game feel fresh and compelling, reigniting the desire to replay its vast world.
Eight Games Are Leaving Game Pass As Minecraft Dungeons II Arrives
Microsoft's Game Pass service is adding Minecraft Dungeons II and Keeper in late September and early October, respectively. Minecraft Dungeons II will be a day-one release for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers. However, eight other games will be removed from the service on September 30th.
MXGP 26 – The Official Game Launches A New Era Of Motocross
MXGP 26 – The Official Game has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, bringing the 2026 FIM Motocross World Championship to players. Developed by Artefacts Studio and published by Nacon, the game features Unreal Engine 5 visuals, dynamic track deformation, and official riders and bikes from the 2026 season. The Fox Holeshot Edition offers early access and exclusive content.
Keep Driving – Take The Scenic Route In This Nostalgic Road Trip RPG
Keep Driving, a nostalgic road trip RPG developed and published by YCJY Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch for £14.99. The game, previously released on Steam in 2025, features a procedurally generated pixel-art world set in the early 2000s, where players manage and customize their car while embarking on a journey across the country.
Outsmart The Cats In Sneak Cheese
Sneak Cheese, a puzzle adventure game developed by Afil Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC for £4.19. The game challenges players to guide a mouse through 30 handcrafted levels, pushing cheese into burrows while avoiding patrolling cats.
'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.
MMO Week in Review: Destiny 2’s revival, Aion 2’s stress test
This week's MMO news covers Destiny 2's revival with unvaulted content, Aion 2's stress test, and Ultima Online's 29th anniversary. Dune Awakening launched on consoles, Elder Scrolls Online discussed experimental features, and Microsoft continued layoffs. World of Warcraft Forever is impressing players, while other news includes The Division 2, Marathon, Warframe, and various other MMO updates and discussions.
Fable Won’t Need Several Playthroughs to Unlock All Achievements/Trophies
Playground Games has confirmed that Fable will not require multiple playthroughs to unlock all achievements and trophies. Associate game directors Craig Littler and Will Kennedy discussed the game's trophy design, noting that while they won't reveal specifics, they aim for a fulfilling experience. The studio, comprised of Fable fans, is leveraging its open-world experience from the Forza Horizon series.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Launch Trailer Hypes Early Access With High-Octane Aerial Battles
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is launching for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC on October 2nd, with Deluxe Edition owners gaining early access today. The launch trailer showcases high-octane aerial battles, a rocking soundtrack, and hints at the game's narrative conflict. Pre-ordering either edition includes a modern version of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War.
EA Sports FC 27 Won’t Receive Any Gameplay Balance Changes For Now
EA Sports FC 27 will not receive immediate gameplay balance changes, with developers stating they need more player data before making adjustments. While bug fixes and quality-of-life features are being implemented, core gameplay systems and Ultimate Team features are under ongoing observation. The article also touches on positive reception for Career Mode revisions and criticisms of the new social hub.
Minecraft Dungeons 2’s Interconnected World Feels Like an “Endless Adventure,” DLC 1 Out This Year
Minecraft Dungeons 2 is set to launch tomorrow across multiple platforms including Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The sequel introduces an interconnected world for a more 'endless adventure' feel, new verticality, parkour sections, and a new dimension called The Sift. The first DLC is planned for release later this year.
Keep Driving PS5 review - beware of hitchhikers
Keep Driving is an endearingly oddball roguelite road trip simulator for PlayStation 5 that casts players as a late teenager in the early 2000s. The game features turn-based encounters, resource management, and unique hitchhiker characters that add personality and mechanical depth, despite some repetitive road events.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Developer Hit With Layoffs, Nintendo Switch 2 Release Pushed to Early 2027
Cold Iron Studios, the developer of Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, has experienced significant layoffs as announced by its parent company Enad Global 7. Despite these cuts, support for the game will continue, though the Nintendo Switch 2 version has been delayed to early 2027. The game itself received mixed reviews, with criticisms focusing on its story, animations, and repetitive structure, though its customization and core shooting mechanics were praised.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered’s Improvements and New Features Detailed Ahead of Launch
CD Projekt RED has detailed the extensive improvements and new features coming to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered, a free upgrade for existing owners. The update includes a new skill tree system, equipment reforging for customization, and significant graphical enhancements like ray tracing and improved lighting. The game launches September 29th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
