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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered is Now Available
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has received a Remastered upgrade, now available for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch as a free update for existing owners. The upgrade includes significant visual improvements like Path Tracing, gameplay additions such as a skill tree overhaul and new camera perspective, and a new expansion, Songs of the Past, is slated for 2027.
Cyberpunk 2077’s Launch Was Not Erased by Phantom Liberty, Says Designer
CD Projekt RED designer Paweł Sasko reflected on the development of Cyberpunk 2077 and its Phantom Liberty expansion, emphasizing the shift to multidisciplinary teams for the latter. He stated that Phantom Liberty does not erase the game's troubled launch but acknowledged the significant improvements made. The expansion has sold 15 million copies, with the base game reaching 40 million.
GTA 6 Features Over 170 Animal Species, Including Never-Before-Seen Additions
Rockstar Games has revealed that Grand Theft Auto 6 will feature over 170 species of animals, significantly more than Red Dead Redemption 2. The developer emphasized detailed research and realistic animations for wildlife across various biomes in Leonida. The game is set to release on November 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5.
ARC Raiders is Replacing Raider Decks With Reward Passes in Frozen Trail Update
Embark Studios is replacing the Raider Decks system in ARC Raiders with Reward Passes in the upcoming Frozen Trail update. This change aims to address issues with players accumulating too much in-game currency too quickly. Reward Passes will offer a more satisfying progression path with unlockable rewards through completing Feats, and will include both Free and Premium tiers.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 is Out Now on PC, Consoles
Mojang and Double Eleven have launched Minecraft Dungeons 2 on PC and consoles, featuring new foes, co-op, and customization. However, the game has received middling reviews, with criticisms focused on technical issues, account linking problems, and a flawed control scheme. Despite these issues, the game retains its visual appeal and offers fun combat, with post-launch updates and DLC planned.
Stranger Than Heaven Offers an In-Depth Look at 1915 Kokura, Fukuoka
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has released a new trailer for Stranger Than Heaven, offering an in-depth look at its 1915 Kokura, Fukuoka setting. The preview highlights the protagonist Makoto Daito's struggles with cultural differences, discrimination, and the blend of tradition and modernity. The game, set to release on January 15th, 2027, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, will feature exploration, minigames, and a narrative involving showmanship.
Metal Gear Solid 2 Speedrunner Discovers First Ever Boss Skip in 25 Years
A speedrunner named Apel has discovered the first-ever boss skip in Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, 25 years after its release. The skip allows players to bypass the Olga Gurlukovich boss fight in the Tanker chapter by manipulating game progression flags. This discovery is a significant development for the game's speedrunning community and is expected to lead to new world records.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 PS5 review - family friendly Diablo
Minecraft Dungeons 2 is a lazy sequel that offers minimal innovation over its predecessor, despite its family-friendly dungeon-crawling appeal. While the combat is decent and the new Sift dimension provides some visual variety, the core gameplay loop remains shallow and uninspired. The game's connection to the main Minecraft franchise feels superficial, and it fails to introduce any significant new ideas.
Call of Duty: Warzone Will Finally Let You Turn Off Skins When Modern Warfare 4 Launches
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will introduce a feature allowing players to disable cosmetic skins in Call of Duty: Warzone. This option aims to preserve the seriousness of the battlefield and will be available at launch on October 23rd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
GTA 6’s World Consists of Six Regions, Vice City Completely Rebuilt and Expanded
Grand Theft Auto 6 will feature six distinct regions within the state of Leonida, including a rebuilt and expanded Vice City. The game's map is described as Rockstar's largest by a significant degree, with diverse environments ranging from wetlands to national parks. The title is set to launch on November 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’s 2XP Tokens Will Only be Consumed During Matches
Infinity Ward has announced a change to how Double Experience (2XP) tokens will function in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, stating they will now only be consumed during active matches rather than from the moment of activation. This change aims to provide players with more efficient use of their tokens. The game will also feature a new 'Kill Block' mode with over 500 map configurations, alongside 12 core multiplayer maps and a single-player campaign.
PS6 and Xbox Project Helix Chips Have Reportedly Taped Out – What Does That Mean for Next-Gen Gaming?
Reports suggest that the chips for the PlayStation 6 and Microsoft's Project Helix (likely the next Xbox) have undergone 'tape-out,' indicating their designs are finalized and ready for manufacturing, targeting a late 2027 release. The PS6 is rumored to have 40 TFLOPS of power, while Project Helix could reach 56 TFLOPS, suggesting different approaches to next-generation performance focusing on efficiency and AI for Sony, and raw power for Microsoft.
Activision Keeps Saying All The Right Things About Modern Warfare 4
Activision announced that Double XP tokens in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will now only count down during active gameplay, not in menus or while searching for matches. Developers at Infinity Ward also discussed topics like time-to-kill and spawning in a recent video. The game is set to launch on October 23 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered global release times
CD Projekt RED has announced the global release times for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, which is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X on September 29. The update will bring visual upgrades and quality-of-life improvements to the acclaimed RPG.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Patch Notes Detail PlayStation 5 Enhancements & New Features
A new patch for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered introduces significant enhancements for PlayStation 5, including multithreaded rendering, improved lighting, and enhanced motion blur. The update also brings substantial gameplay changes like a reworked skill system, equipment reforging, polished combat, and UI/accessibility improvements, alongside expanded Photo Mode features. The remaster is set to release on September 29, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Patch Notes Detail PlayStation 5 Enhancements & New Features
A new patch for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered introduces significant enhancements for PlayStation 5, including multithreaded rendering, improved lighting, and enhanced motion blur. The update also brings substantial gameplay changes like a reworked skill system, equipment reforging, polished combat, and UI/accessibility improvements, alongside expanded Photo Mode features. The remaster is set to release on September 29, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Best Xbox And Game Pass Games Coming In October
October 2026 is set to be a busy month for Xbox players, with a diverse lineup of games releasing on console and PC, many of which will be available on Game Pass day one. Titles include high-speed racing in ACE COMBAT 8, the origin story of Gears of War: E-Day, horror in Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival, and simulation in Planet Zoo 2. The month also features cooperative puzzling in We Were Here Tomorrow, a remastered The Wolf Among Us, and the latest Call of Duty installment.
This Promising New Soulslike Features A Black Metal Vocalist Among Its Impressive Cast
The upcoming soulslike Valor Mortis has revealed its voice cast, featuring Adam "Nergal" Darski of the black metal band Behemoth as Captain Raphael. He joins Jennifer English, James Alexander, and Vincent Cassel among others. The game is set in an alternate 19th-century Eastern Europe and will be released on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC on October 13 for $40.
Behold, The $60 Gears Of War Pizza Cutter That Looks Like A Real Pain In The Butt To Clean
Xbox and Prince St. Pizza have collaborated on a Gears of War-themed pizza and a $60 Prototype Lancer pizza cutter to promote the upcoming game, Gears of War: E-Day. The pizza cutter features a stainless steel blade and a handle designed to resemble the iconic in-game weapon, and comes with an in-game pizza emblem. The article notes the high price and potential cleaning difficulty of the cutter, while also discussing the lore explanation for the 'Prototype Lancer' in the prequel.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered release time, specs, and file size
CD Projekt Red's remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is launching on September 29, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The update includes significant visual and gameplay improvements, with file sizes around 45GB for consoles and PC. Existing owners can upgrade for free.
