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Lawn Mowing Simulator 2 Review | TheXboxHub
Lawn Mowing Simulator 2 moves the series to the US, offering players the chance to mow, strim, and blow leaves across various American-themed gardens. While the core mechanics of mowing and blowing are enjoyable, the strimming is less satisfying, and the game is plagued by numerous bugs and frustrating issues, including a broken collision system and progress-stopping glitches. Despite a promising premise, the game suffers from undergrowth of minor issues that detract from the overall experience.
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor PS5 review – a cheaper video game option
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, a top-down spin-off of the co-op shooter, offers a wealth of content for its low price, especially on PlayStation 5. However, its simplistic gameplay loop and repetitive vocalizations, which were more forgivable on mobile, become grating on a larger screen, making it a less compelling experience than its predecessor.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Had An Entire Team Dedicated to Writing Open-World NPC Chatter
Rockstar Games has dedicated an entire team of writers to crafting the background chatter for Grand Theft Auto 6's NPCs, aiming to enhance worldbuilding and immersion. Vice president of narrative Rupert Humphries and writing director James Horton emphasized that this dialogue is considered integral to the game's experience, not mere background noise. While pre-order figures reportedly favor the PlayStation 5 version, Xbox has reported record-breaking numbers for the title.
Street Fighter 5’s Aging Audience Would’ve Led to Franchise’s Death, Says Producer
Street Fighter producer Shuhei Matsumoto believes the franchise was on the brink of death due to the aging and shrinking audience of Street Fighter 5. He credits his and director Takayuki Nakayama's work on the title, along with a fresh approach for Street Fighter 6, for revitalizing the IP and attracting a new, younger player base.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered Tech Interview – Reviving a Classic, Modding, Performance, And More
CD Projekt RED and Yigsoft discuss the development of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered, focusing on modernization, modding support, and performance targets across various platforms. The teams aimed to improve the game while preserving its original identity, with specific details provided on graphical modes and frame rates for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Aims for “Even Higher” Graphics Quality Than Rebirth on Switch 2
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi aims to surpass the graphics quality of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, even on less powerful platforms like the Nintendo Switch 2. He emphasizes that the team's experience developing Rebirth has been crucial for optimizing Revelation simultaneously across multiple platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer “Should Challenge You” or Players “Start to Tune it Out”, Says Studio CEO
Fuse Games CEO Matt Webster believes modern arcade racers like Star Wars: Galactic Racer should challenge players more to avoid them tuning out. He explained that the game balances high-intensity racing with moments of immersion and requires players to manage multiple mechanics simultaneously. Webster also noted that modern gamers can handle greater cognitive load, which is reflected in the game's complex controls and abilities.
Invincible VS is Adding Agent Spider to its Roster This Winter
Developer Quarter Up and publisher Skybound Games announced Agent Spider will join the fighting game Invincible VS this winter as part of the year one Character Pass. The addition comes amidst significant layoffs at Quarter Up, with reports indicating a large portion of the team was cut following the game's release in May. Despite these issues, the game received a positive review score of 8/10.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Team Says It’s “Too Early” to Commit to DMZ’s Long-Term Survival
Infinity Ward has stated it is too early to commit to the long-term survival of the DMZ mode in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, despite plans for post-launch support. While Activision has a history of dropping support for modes when new entries arrive, the developer aims to evolve DMZ based on player feedback. The game launches October 23rd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, with early access to the campaign and DMZ available prior.
Escape the Backrooms is throwing an After Party with three new levels this December
Escape the Backrooms is releasing a new party-themed update called 'After Party' this December, adding three new levels and cosmetic items. The co-op horror game, developed by Fancy Games and published by Secret Mode, has surpassed 12 million players since its Early Access launch in 2022 and is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
GTA 6 leaker CyberLeek is back with another video and this time, Lucia's naked
A Grand Theft Auto 6 leaker known as CyberLeek has released another video, this time featuring the character Lucia in a state of undress during a parachute jump. Rockstar Games has previously expressed that such leaks are "heartbreaking," and parent company Take-Two Interactive is actively pursuing the leaker.
Phasmophobia confirms 30 million sales as its Crimson Eye Halloween event returns
Phasmophobia has surpassed 30 million sales across PC and consoles since its 2020 Early Access launch. Developer Kinetic Games announced the milestone alongside the return of its annual Crimson Eye Halloween event, which features increased ghost speed and sanity drain for greater rewards. The game's director, Daniel Knight, expressed gratitude for the community's support, with the full 1.0 release now slated for the second half of 2027.
PUBG: DED.NET is a multiplayer roguelite shooter that’s holding a closed beta this weekend
Krafton is launching PUBG: DED.NET, a free-to-play multiplayer roguelite FPS set in the PUBG universe. The game will feature a closed beta for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X players this weekend, allowing players to carry over abilities and injuries between runs. Players interested in participating must register on the game's website.
Metro 2039 Pre-Orders Begin on October 13th to 14th, Physical Editions Include Game Disc – Rumor
Rumors suggest pre-orders for Metro 2039 will begin on October 13th or 14th, with physical editions including a game disc. Three editions are expected: Day One, Deluxe, and a Collector's Edition. The game is slated for release on February 4th, 2027, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, featuring a performance mode with ray tracing at 60 FPS on consoles.
Valor Mortis Extended Gameplay Confirms Dynamic 4K and 60 FPS on Xbox Series X and PS5
One More Level has revealed extended gameplay and technical details for Valor Mortis on current-gen consoles. The game will feature dynamic 4K resolution with a choice between a 30 FPS Quality Mode and a 60 FPS Performance Mode on both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Notably, the Xbox Series S will also support a 60 FPS Performance Mode.
Silent Hill Producer “Looking at A Number of Projects” for Second and Third Waves of Franchise
Konami producer Motoi Okamoto revealed that the company is planning "second and third waves" of Silent Hill projects following the successful launch of the initial three titles. While specific details are scarce, Okamoto expressed satisfaction with the reception of Silent Hill: Townfall and the Silent Hill 2 Remake, and indicated a desire for yearly releases in the franchise.
GTA 6 on Switch 2 is “A Conversation For Take-Two and Rockstar,” Says Nintendo
Nintendo of America president Devon Pritchard stated that the possibility of Grand Theft Auto 6 releasing on the Nintendo Switch 2 is a conversation for Take-Two and Rockstar Games, with no announcements to make at this time. While a former designer expressed doubt about the Switch audience for the game, Nintendo is exploring the capabilities of the new hardware.
ARC Raiders Producer Admits It’s “Very Possible” That PvE and PvEvP Could Split Up
Embark Studios is considering splitting ARC Raiders into separate PvE and PvEvP modes, according to executive producer Aleksander Grøndal. While the team acknowledges the potential challenges, such as splitting the player base, they are open to the possibility to better align with player preferences. A recent PvE test was conducted to gather data and feedback on the potential changes.
Forza Horizon 6 PS5 Players Face a £110 Early-Access Choice
Forza Horizon 6 will launch on PlayStation 5 on January 26, 2027, with Premium Edition owners gaining early access five days prior on January 21, coinciding with the release of the game's first paid expansion. The game supports cross-platform play and cross-saves with the Xbox and PC versions, which were released in May 2026. The Premium Edition costs £110 and includes the early access and expansion, while a free update is also scheduled for January 21.
GTA 6 leaker CyberLeek is now reportedly threatening to release a full, playable build of the game
A Grand Theft Auto 6 leaker, reportedly known as CyberLeek, is now threatening to release a full, playable build of the game if their cryptocurrency coin reaches a $30 million market cap. This follows earlier leaks of gameplay footage, which Rockstar Games and parent company Take-Two Interactive have condemned as 'heartbreaking'. The game is scheduled for release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on November 19th.
