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Fable “Was All We Could Think About,” Says Playground Co-Founder After Xbox Proposed New Title
Playground Games co-founder Ralph Fulton explains the studio's decision to develop Fable, a fantasy action RPG, despite their success with the racing series Forza Horizon. Fulton states that the opportunity to work on Fable was compelling and that the team leveraged transferable skills from open-world design. The game is slated for release on February 23rd, 2027, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation’s 200 GB Size “May Not Necessarily Mean a Better Game,” Says Director
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi stated that the game's large 200 GB file size does not necessarily equate to a better game. He assured fans that the title, which concludes the FF7 Remake series, represents over ten years of development and aims to meet expectations.
Evidence of canceled Grand Theft Auto 5 Liberty City and 'Agent Trevor' DLC, plus early version of GTA6's…
A significant data leak from Rockstar Games has revealed source code for Grand Theft Auto 5, details of canceled single-player DLC including a Liberty City expansion and 'Agent Trevor' missions, and an early version of the Grand Theft Auto 6 map. The leaked data appears to originate from the 2022 Lapsus hack. Grand Theft Auto 6 is slated for release on November 19, initially on consoles, with no PC release date announced.
30 years of Diablo with Diablo IV Devs Owen Leach and Dan Tanguay | Play History at Blizzcon 2026
Diablo IV Lead Encounter Designer Owen Leach and Design Director Dan Tanguay discuss their personal gaming histories and how these experiences have shaped their work on the game's Season of Hell's Legacy and the upcoming Amazon class. The interview was part of a 'Play History' segment at Blizzcon.
Review – The Blood Of Dawnwalker (Xbox Series X)
The Blood of Dawnwalker is an open-world dark fantasy RPG from Rebel Wolves, set in 14th century Europe where vampires rule. Players control Coen, a young man turned into a half-vampire, who must save his family from a ritual sacrifice. The game features a unique time system, branching narrative choices, and a combat system that blends swordplay and vampiric abilities, offering significant replayability and multiple endings.
Shadow Cat And Sugar Box Offer Two Flavours Of Affordable Xbox Fun
AVGAM has released two distinct, affordable games for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC: Shadow Cat, a 2D action-platformer, and Sugar Box, a shape-packing puzzle game. Both titles are priced at £4.19 and offer different gameplay experiences.
What we've been playing - "the rest of the party is, frankly, absolutely feral, so I've been trying to balance that out"
This week's "What We've Been Playing" feature highlights Pokémon TCG Pocket, Star Wars: Zero Company, and Dungeons & Dragons. The author expresses mixed feelings about pack luck in Pokémon TCG Pocket but enjoys the game's artwork, while Star Wars: Zero Company is praised for its enjoyable gameplay despite a pending review. Dungeons & Dragons is described as a fun, albeit slow-progressing, tabletop experience with a particularly "feral" party.
Nightdive Studios interview: what to expect with Thief: The Dark Project Remastered and Sin: Reloaded ahead of Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch launch
Nightdive Studios is preparing remasters of Thief: The Dark Project and Sin: Reloaded for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. Project manager Grover Wimberly IV discussed the selection process, the technical aspects of the remasters, and the importance of game preservation. Thief: The Dark Project Remastered is slated for winter, with Sin: Reloaded launching September 24, 2026.
Supermarket Simulator: Fully Stocked Edition comes to Switch 2 and PS5 this December — MP3s & NPCs
Supermarket Simulator: Fully Stocked Edition is launching on Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 on December 4, with physical releases handled by Silver Lining Direct. The game, already successful on PC and Xbox, includes the base game and all previously released DLC. A digital release date will be announced soon.
Control Resonant Reveals Launch Timings Ahead of Next Week’s Release
Remedy Entertainment has announced that Control Resonant will launch worldwide on September 24th at 7 AM PDT across all platforms. The action RPG has received generally favorable reviews, with a current Metascore of 84, though some criticism has been directed at repetitive combat. The Digital Deluxe Edition for PlayStation 5 will offer 48 hours of early access.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve’s Highest Difficulty Requires “Split-Second Decisions” for Victory
Bandai Namco Entertainment has detailed the difficulty modes for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, which launches on October 2nd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game will feature four difficulty settings, including 'Elite,' which requires split-second decisions and intimate battlefield understanding for victory.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Features a “Dynamic Score” and “The Next Evolution of In-Game Radio”
Rockstar Games has announced details about the music in Grand Theft Auto 6, including a "dynamic score" and an "evolution of in-game radio." The official soundtrack, featuring various artists, will also be released. The game is set to launch on November 19th for Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5.
Welcome to The World’s Game: EA Sports FC 27 Early Access Trial with EA Play Available Today
Electronic Arts has launched the 10-hour EA Play trial for EA Sports FC 27 on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members. Progress from the trial carries over to the full game, and members receive a 10% discount on purchases. The trial showcases new features like 'The Grounds' mode and community-driven gameplay improvements.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Sept. 18: Nintendo Customer Appreciation Sale
Nintendo is holding a significant Customer Appreciation Sale on its first-party Switch titles, with discounts on popular games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Additionally, sales are available for PlayStation and Xbox platforms, featuring a wide array of third-party titles across various genres.
Canceled PS2 Grand Theft Auto Game Nearly Took Series to Japan, Gets Details
Former Rockstar Games Technical Director Obbe Vermeij revealed details about the canceled PlayStation 2 title Grand Theft Auto: Tokyo. The game would have been a GTA III-style experience set in Japan, emphasizing street racing and samurai swords, but was ultimately scrapped due to unfinalized contracts. Rockstar is currently developing Grand Theft Auto VI, set for release on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
MMO Business Roundup: GTA 6 multiplayer, King employee strike, and Xbox Game Pass rumors
Twitch CEO Dan Clancy anticipates Grand Theft Auto VI multiplayer will significantly boost the platform upon its release next year. Meanwhile, Microsoft has addressed rumors about potential Xbox Game Pass changes, stating that no definitive plans have been finalized. Additionally, unionized employees at King are planning a strike due to the rejection of a collective bargaining agreement.
I Guess I’ll Delete Every PS5 Game I Own To Make Room For FF7 Revelation
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is expected to have a massive file size, potentially around 200GB, according to game director Naoki Hamaguchi. This large download size raises concerns about storage space on platforms like the PlayStation 5, leading players to consider deleting existing games. Despite the digital-only nature of the download, Square Enix is committed to delivering some form of physical product.
'The PC platform is becoming more and more important,' Take-Two chief says, as we continue to wonder when…
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that the PC platform is becoming increasingly important for the company, despite Grand Theft Auto 6 launching as a console exclusive. The article highlights the perceived contradiction in statements about PC's market share versus its current exclusion from GTA 6's initial release, suggesting 'double-dipping' as a potential reason. Grand Theft Auto 5 Online will continue to be supported.
1980s-Themed, Isometric Action-RPG Kingdom of Night Is Coming to Consoles
The 1980s-themed isometric action RPG Kingdom of Night, originally released for PC in December 2025, is now coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on November 5th, 2026. Developed by Friends of Safety and published by DANGEN Entertainment, the game features a story about a satanic cult unleashing demons in a small town and offers solo or two-player local co-op gameplay.
As Sony kills physical games, former PlayStation execs recreate now-infamous PS4 game-sharing tutorial, but whoops,…
Former PlayStation executives Shuhei Yoshida and Adam Boyes recreated a famous PS4 game-sharing tutorial as Sony prepares to end support for physical games in January 2028. The recreation, shared on social media, has drawn criticism from many online who view it as a symbol of Sony's shift away from physical media and a departure from its past practices.
