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Arc Raiders Someone Else’s Shoes Quest Guide
This guide details how to complete the 'Someone Else’s Shoes' quest in Arc Raiders. Players are tasked with scanning an android on Stella Montis, finding a specific android in Research Lab 3 within the Medical Bay, and then reaching the Control Room in the Western Tunnels to search for clues.
DMZ — 5 Features to Get Excited for in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’s New Mode
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's upcoming DMZ mode, set on the Haijin map, will feature extensive looting, objective-based missions, and player-versus-player combat. Key features include a 3D Printer for crafting equipment using scavenged resources, persistent Operators with customizable trait trees, and a variety of mission types like Story Missions and Dynamic Operations. The mode aims to provide a high-stakes extraction experience with meaningful progression and emergent storytelling.
GTA 6 leaker Cyberleek is offering more Jason and Lucia videos in new poll
The Grand Theft Auto 6 leaker known as Cyberleek has returned, teasing new videos of protagonists Jason and Lucia. Cyberleek posted a poll for their next leak, with options including nude Jason and Lucia gameplay. The leaker previously shared a lengthy video featuring a naked Jason and a debug menu, raising questions about standard gameplay features. Separately, Nintendo of America president Devon Pritchard stated that any discussion about Grand Theft Auto 6 coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 would be between Take-Two and Rockstar.
PAPERHEAD – A Cute Cardboard World Turns Into A Bloody Nightmare
PAPERHEAD is a unique blend of fast-paced boomer shooter action and adventure horror, set in a charming world made of cardboard. Players use a combination of brutal combat and a special pencil to alter the environment and uncover a dark mystery. The game is available for £16.74 on Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Gears of War: E-Day review: Spitting off the edge of the world
Gears of War: E-Day is a triumphant return to the franchise's roots, offering an emotional narrative, visceral combat, and an evolution of the Horde mode, all wrapped in next-gen visuals. The game successfully captures the feeling of the original trilogy while modernizing gameplay and providing a compelling story about the devastating Emergence Day.
Wardogs Dev Says PS6 and Xbox Project Helix Ports Should Be Relatively Straightforward
The developers behind the game Wardogs anticipate that bringing the title to future consoles like the PlayStation 6 and Xbox Series X will be a relatively straightforward process. The team is planning for next-generation console releases.
Charming PS5 Adventure Game Is Out Today on PlayStation Store
Sesame Street: Friends & Fun, the franchise's first console game in 15 years, is now available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The adventure game allows players to customize characters and explore the iconic neighborhood while helping characters organize the Big Block Party. Designed for younger players with intuitive controls and a focus on kindness, community, and learning, the game features over 100 minigames and familiar characters like Elmo and Cookie Monster.
Arc Raiders Ruins And Reverberations Quest Guide
This guide details how to complete the Ruins and Reverberations quest in Arc Raiders. Players must load into Pendola Pass, use a Spotter Relay on the antenna at the Cielo Sereno Observatory, weld wires in the crawlspace beneath the control room, and then reactivate the Spotter Relay.
This should be game streaming’s moment. It's not | Opinion
Despite the highly anticipated launch of Grand Theft Auto VI and expensive, scarce console hardware, game streaming is failing to gain traction. The article argues that the current market conditions, including high hardware prices and the shift of data center resources to AI, have created a perfect storm for streaming's potential breakthrough, yet industry disinterest and a questionable business model suggest it may not become a significant distribution method.
Arc Raiders A Path Not Yours Quest Guide
This guide details how to complete the 'A Path Not Yours' quest in Arc Raiders' Frozen Trail update. It provides step-by-step instructions for finding the Nomad trail, locating the hideout, and retrieving Bilguun's gift, emphasizing the need for extraction with specific items. The guide also offers advice on map selection and preparation for the Blue Gate map.
Arc Raiders To The Skies Quest Guide
This guide details how to complete the 'To the Skies' quest in Arc Raiders, which was added in the Frozen Trail update. Players will need to scan ARC Probes and ARC Couriers, and then gather four repair items (ARC Performance Steel, ARC Synthetic Resin, ARC Thermo Lining, and ARC Pop Trigger) to fix a gondola prototype on maps like Riven Tides.
Arc Raiders Wires Crossed Quest Guide
This guide details how to complete the Wires Crossed quest in Arc Raiders, which requires players to attach specific items to antennas across three different maps: Pilgrim's Peak, Launch Towers in Spaceport, and Grandioso Apartments in Buried City. Players will need to find a Snitch Scanner, a Surveyor Vault, and a Sentinel Firing Core to complete the objectives.
Is GTA 6 Coming To Switch 2? Ask Rockstar, Nintendo Says
Nintendo of America's president, Devon Pritchard, stated that discussions about Grand Theft Auto 6 coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 are a matter for Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive. While Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed optimism about bringing titles to the Switch 2, he noted that not every game would be ported. Grand Theft Auto 6 is currently confirmed for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with a PC version expected later.
Hellraiser: Revival Divides Opinion on Release
Hellraiser: Revival has launched to a divided reception, with critics offering a wide range of scores from 4.5/10 to 9/10, while players on Steam have overwhelmingly praised the game. Developed by Saber Interactive and published by Boss Team Games, the first-person horror title is noted for its faithfulness to Clive Barker's original material and its extreme content, which has already caused issues for some content creators. Despite praise for its atmosphere and story, some critics cited bugs and frustrating design.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for October 12 to 16
This weekly feature highlights new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between October 12 and 16. Titles include Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Planet Zoo 2, Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea, and various other indie and family-friendly titles.
It Takes Two gets debut Nintendo Switch 2 trailer, free upgrade from Switch 1
It Takes Two is launching on the Nintendo Switch on October 15, 2026, with a free upgrade available for owners of the original Nintendo Switch version. The game will also feature online cross-play with PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and other platforms.
Take Aim In Pixel Royale 3D – Free On Xbox And PC
Pixel Royale 3D, a free-to-play blocky first-person shooter, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC with cross-platform multiplayer. Developed by Squidy LLC, the game features a core Battle Royale mode with no pay-to-win mechanics, focusing on player skill and offering extensive customization options.
The Witcher 3 Remastered's new patch has fans convinced they're playing a different RPG altogether with how…
A recent patch for The Witcher 3 Remastered has significantly improved its visuals, leading many players to believe they are experiencing a different game. The update, version 5.01, addresses issues with brightness, color tonemapping, and shadows, and adds options like Bloom and Light Shafts for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S users, earning widespread praise from the community.
“Video Games” Singer Can’t Wait To Play New Video Game GTA 6
Singer Lana Del Rey expressed her excitement about participating in Grand Theft Auto 6, co-hosting the Back Country radio station as the character Delta Dawne alongside Morgan Wallen. Del Rey, who previously recorded the song "Video Games," stated it's a privilege to be involved in the highly anticipated title. The game is set to release on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Marvel Rivals Season 10.5 – Infinity War, Endgame And Halloween Events
Marvel Rivals has launched its Season 10.5 update, introducing two new 'Path to Doomsday' game modes: 'Avengers: Infinity War' (2v2 PvP) and 'Avengers: Endgame' (50-player PvE against Thanos). The update also expands the Annihilation mode and adds Halloween-themed rewards and events.
