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Survive, Evolve And Explore In Moadra
Moadra, a sci-fi action-adventure game developed and published by Gloomsoft, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game challenges players to survive on the hostile planet Protea VI by dodging alien life, scaling mountains, and uncovering the secrets of a lost civilization, featuring exploration, demanding combat, and a biological upgrade system.
Soccer Star Erling Haaland Is A Call Of Duty Camper, And I Really Hate It
The author expresses strong dislike for camping tactics in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, particularly after learning that soccer star Erling Haaland admits to being a lifelong camper. The article criticizes how camping detracts from the fast-paced nature of the game and leads to boring matches, despite Haaland's admission being part of an entertaining video.
Spray Trace Turns Graffiti Into A Clever Puzzle Challenge
Spray Trace, a colorful puzzle game developed and published by Afil Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC for £4.19. The game challenges players to guide a graffiti artist through tiled environments, painting precise routes with limited color supplies while adhering to specific tile counts for each color.
The Power of PEAK Friendship, Coming to XBOX Today
The co-op climbing game PEAK is now available on Xbox Series X|S, featuring cross-platform play. Developed through a collaboration between Aggro Crab and Landfall, the game challenges players to work together as nature scouts to scale a mysterious island mountain, with a new map layout available each day. The release includes all content updates, such as additional biomes and cosmetics.
I've never seen a laptop cooler come with its own comic strip before, but it still hasn't convinced me this…
The Klim Everest laptop cooling pad, priced at $50, offers a unique comic strip with its packaging but fails to deliver significant cooling performance improvements for gaming laptops. While it managed to lower CPU temperatures by two degrees, it had minimal impact on gaming performance and generated an irritating amount of noise. The reviewer concludes that a simple laptop stand would be a more cost-effective and practical solution.
Nacon goes full Spider-Man meme, launching a new Xbox controller with a design inspired by one of its own video games
Nacon has launched a new wireless Xbox Series X controller, the Revolution Pro X, featuring a design inspired by its best-selling game, Hell is Us. Priced at $109.99, it offers wireless play, a charging stand, and adjustable joystick tension with Hall effect sensors, positioning it as a more affordable alternative to premium controllers.
Despite Switch 2 price hikes, US consumers actually aren't spending any more on the console now, analyst says: "Pretty smart cookies over there at Nintendo"
Despite a $50 price increase, consumer spending on the Nintendo Switch 2 has only risen by 2% year-over-year, according to analyst Mat Piscatella. This is significantly lower than the spending increases seen for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, which experienced 17% and 33% hikes respectively. Piscatella attributes the Switch 2's stable spending to Nintendo's strategic shift away from bundled content, noting the company's clever approach to pricing.
Stranger Than Heaven director says 'it was really important' for RGG that 'the player experience the whole life of a man' and that the story's 50-year timeline was essential to depicting how a yakuza organization is built
Mikinobu Abe, director of Stranger Than Heaven, explained RGG Studios' decision to tell the game's 50-year yakuza story within a single title. He emphasized that depicting the entire life of the protagonist, Makoto Daito, was crucial for conveying how such an organization is built, making a multi-game approach unsuitable.
FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE is a Delightful Return to the Series’ Classic Roots
Final Fantasy Resonance reimagines the mobile title Final Fantasy Brave Exvius as a console RPG, utilizing Square Enix's HD-2D visual style for a nostalgic yet modern experience. The game features classic turn-based combat with a new stagger mechanic, deep party customization through 'Visions' of past Final Fantasy characters, and numerous modern conveniences.
Free Play Days – Dying Light 2, Riders Republic, Monster Hunter Stories, Let’s Build a Zoo, and More
Xbox is offering Free Play Days for several games including Dying Light 2: Stay Human – Reloaded Edition, Let’s Build a Zoo, and Tropico 6 for Game Pass members from October 22 to October 25. Monster Hunter Stories and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin are available as three-hour trials for all Xbox players, while Riders Republic is free to try from October 22 to October 26.
Ironically, the PS5 is now helping keep Blu-rays alive as Sony phases out its other players - but I wouldn't recommend physical media fans flock to the console
Sony is phasing out its standalone Blu-ray players, leaving the PlayStation 5 Disc Edition as its sole remaining Blu-ray device. This move, occurring as physical media sees a resurgence against streaming services, positions Panasonic as a key player in the Blu-ray market. The article suggests this is a further decline for physical media, not a significant business shift.
Final Fantasy 14, Umamusume: Pretty Derby, and more impacted as PHP vulnerability outages hit games around the globe
Multiple games, including Final Fantasy 14 and Umamusume: Pretty Derby, experienced outages and issues due to a critical PHP vulnerability. This led to temporary shutdowns and feature limitations as developers implemented security fixes. Path of Titans remains offline as a precautionary measure.
You Can Now Buy GTA 6 Burgers And Fried Chicken IRL, But It’s Not Cheap
Rockstar Games has partnered with the Kaseya Center in Miami to introduce real-life "Burger Shot" and "Cluckin' Bell" restaurants, inspired by their Grand Theft Auto 6 counterparts. While the food is branded with GTA 6 imagery, the burgers are reportedly the same as previously offered, with combo meals costing upwards of $28.50. The partnership also includes advertisements and themed events leading up to the game's release on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Despite its mixed reception, Marvel's Wolverine was September's top-selling new game in the US, making Sony launch revenues it hasn't seen since Helldivers 2
Marvel's Wolverine topped US video game sales in September, delivering the highest launch month dollar sales for a Sony-published game since Helldivers 2. Despite a mixed critical reception, the PS5 exclusive's success contributed to a significant uptick in PlayStation 5 console sales for the month. Other new releases like NBA 2K27 also performed well, with the game becoming the best-selling title of the year so far.
FZ Play ser om Valor Mortis blir ett litet Waterloo ikväll
Valor Mortis, a first-person soulslike set during the Napoleonic Wars, was released last week for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. FZ Play will stream gameplay tonight at 7 PM, featuring streamer Wakkaah navigating the game's challenging combat and supernatural elements. The game features swordplay, firearms, and elemental powers, with a progression system similar to Dark Souls.
Marvel's Wolverine leads US September charts, achieves highest monthly dollar sales for a Sony-published title since Helldivers 2
Marvel's Wolverine topped US game sales in September, marking the highest monthly dollar sales for a Sony-published title since Helldivers 2. PlayStation 5 hardware sales saw significant year-over-year growth, leading the market despite overall content spending declining. Other notable new releases included EA Sports FC 27 and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave.
Cyberpunk 2077 får nytt innehåll från Edgerunners säsong 2
CD Projekt Red has released a new update for Cyberpunk 2077, adding content inspired by the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime. The update includes a new side quest, an equipment set, a radio station, and various cosmetic and gameplay additions. Mod support has also been integrated directly into the game.
Ex-Blizzard boss says an $1,800 Xbox "will never sell" and current-gen consoles are "fine for 99% of the…
Former Blizzard president Mike Ybarra believes a next-generation Xbox console priced between $1,200 and $1,800 would be a commercial failure. He argues that consoles are mass-market devices requiring a low entry price, suggesting manufacturers should instead focus on optimizing current-generation hardware like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
PS6 and Project Helix Could Set a Worrying New Price Benchmark
Rumors suggest that the upcoming PlayStation 6 and Xbox's Project Helix consoles could see significant price increases due to rising hardware component costs, potentially reaching $1,200 to $1,800. This marks a worrying trend for the accessibility of next-generation gaming hardware, with potential delays also indicated.
Xbox Cloud Gaming Hours Now Live for Insiders, Prices Revealed
Xbox is introducing purchasable cloud gaming playtime for users without a Game Pass subscription, with introductory pricing for 10, 25, and 50-hour bundles. This change, rolling out in November, aims to lower access costs and expand audiences. Game Pass subscribers will also face new monthly playtime caps.
