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Spyro: A Realm Beyond Wants to Make You Feel Like a Dragon
Toys for Bob has announced Spyro: A Realm Beyond, the first original Spyro game in nearly two decades, developed independently and in partnership with Xbox. Studio Head Paul Yan and Associate Creative Director Lou Studdert detailed their vision to capture the fantasy of being a dragon, emphasizing fluid movement and integrating flight as a core gameplay mechanic. The team aims to evolve the franchise while preserving the core elements that made Spyro beloved, drawing inspiration from community feedback and focusing on the feel and tone of the character.
Embark on a new Hunting Adventure as the Peru Hunting Reserve launches today for theHunter: Call of the Wild
Avalanche Studios Group has launched the Peru Hunting Reserve DLC for theHunter: Call of the Wild. Available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, this expansion introduces the Intisuyu Reserve with three distinct biomes, 14 animal species including new additions like the jaguar and black caiman, and 60 new missions. The DLC also features a new pistol crossbow, the Dahler Reserve Draw CB-150.
The Mistfall Hunter demo is currently the most played demo this Steam Next Fest
The Mistfall Hunter demo is currently the most played during Steam Next Fest, reaching a peak of over 14,000 players. This co-op third-person action game with extraction mechanics is set to release on July 29th for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5. Despite some reported performance issues common with Unreal Engine 5 titles, the demo has shown significant momentum since its alpha playtest.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless Gen 2 review
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless Gen 2 gaming headset offers improved battery life and wider software support compared to its predecessor, while retaining its comfortable fit and precise audio. It connects wirelessly via 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth to a wide range of devices including PC, consoles, and mobile, and features a retractable ClearCast Gen 2 microphone. Despite a plasticky build and a high price point, its versatility and enhanced features make it a strong contender in the wireless headset market.
Nintedo och Zelda-remaken vann tittarkampen under spelveckan
Nintendo's recent Nintendo Direct presentation garnered the most viewers during the early June gaming showcase week, attracting 3.8 million concurrent viewers. The trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake also became the most-watched trailer, accumulating 115 million views on YouTube by June 11th.
DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite Is Getting Battle Royale Mode
Cave has revealed new modes for DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite, including a Battle Royale mode called 'Royale' and an 'Assist Play' mode. The Battle Royale mode supports up to ten players and will feature items that can hinder opponents. While a public demo is available on Steam, the Battle Royale mode will only be in the full release of DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite, which is coming to PC via Steam.
Xbox Game Pass Loses 8 More Games Very Soon
Microsoft is removing eight games from Xbox Game Pass on June 30, including Payday 2, Tomb Raider, Rise of the Tomb Raider, Slay the Spire, Ultimate Chicken Horse, Mecha Break, Volcano Princess, and Unpacking. Subscribers can purchase these titles at a discount before they are delisted. New additions to Game Pass in June include Call of Duty: Vanguard and EA Sports FC 26.
Game Pass adds EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, Winds of Arcana: Ruination, and more in late June to early July
Microsoft has announced new titles coming to Game Pass between late June and early July, including EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination. Several other games like Junkster, Call of Duty: Vanguard, and Abyssus are also being added. Additionally, the article lists games that will be leaving the Game Pass library on June 30.
What the heck are you playing at, games industry?
The article criticizes the recent surge in video game studio closures and layoffs, highlighting numerous studios shut down by major publishers like Ubisoft, EA, Embracer, Sony, and Microsoft. It questions the business strategies of these publishers, particularly Microsoft's handling of Ninja Theory and the high development cost of Xbox exclusives like Gears of War E-Day, while also pointing to the industry's pursuit of live services and infinite growth over sustainable development.
Testa Sin: Reloaded – demo ute
A demo for Sin: Reloaded, a remastered version of the 1998 first-person shooter Sin, is now available on Steam for PC. Developed by Nightdive Studios using their Hex Engine, the game features a story-driven campaign where players control police officer John Blade. The full game is also planned for release on PlayStation and Xbox later this year.
Hellraiser: Revival Plays Like A Very Horny Resident Evil
Hellraiser: Revival is a forthcoming survival horror game that draws heavy inspiration from the Resident Evil series, featuring similar gameplay mechanics like crafting, puzzle-solving, and resource management. The game is notable for its explicit sexual content, which the developers have ensured remains uncensored to retain its Mature rating. It is scheduled for release this year on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5.
theHunter: Call of the Wild Heads To South America With The Stunning Peru Hunting Reserve
The Peru Hunting Reserve DLC for theHunter: Call of the Wild is now available on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC for £9.99. This expansion introduces the new Intisuyu Reserve in South America, featuring three distinct biomes, 14 species of wildlife (including jaguars and capybaras), and 60 new missions. A new crossbow, the Daher Reserve Draw CB-150, is also included to aid hunters in the dense terrain.
Persona 6 looks like a horror game, and I couldn't be happier
The teaser trailer for Persona 6 suggests a significant shift towards the horror genre, a direction the author enthusiastically supports. While previous Persona games have touched on dark themes and featured horror-like enemies, the new trailer's sinister imagery and body part montages indicate a more direct embrace of horror elements. This potential evolution could elevate the series to new heights.
A LEGENDARY SERIES RETURNS WITH A GRAND NEW ADVENTURE!
Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom is a new action-adventure game developed in collaboration with Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the Wonder Boy in Monster World series. The game features six unique forms with special abilities, over 20 hours of gameplay, hand-drawn animations, and a soundtrack by iconic Japanese composers. It will be available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Mac with support for controllers and Apple Silicon features.
Games Inbox: What is happening to Xbox and can it recover?
Readers express significant concern over the future of Xbox, citing massive layoffs, studio closures, and a perceived lack of direction from Microsoft. There is widespread pessimism about Xbox's ability to recover from its current struggles, with some suggesting it's past the point of no return. The discussion also touches on other gaming news, including the upcoming release of Forgotlings, the secrecy surrounding the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, and opinions on Grand Theft Auto 5's themes.
Evening Consolidation
A console launch trailer has been released for Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence. The trailer showcases gameplay and confirms the game will be available on Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
Multiplayer airship sandbox Forever Skies sets Xbox launch and not-final Final Echoes update for July 27
The multiplayer survival game Forever Skies is launching on Xbox and receiving its Final Echoes update on July 27th. Developed by Far From Home, the update will introduce new quests, an electricity system, ship damage overhaul, and custom difficulty settings. The developers clarified that 'Final Echoes' signifies the end of a specific content initiative, not the end of game support.
Latest Microsoft victim reportedly being closed after releasing one game since Xbox acquisition
Microsoft is reportedly closing Compulsion Games, the studio behind We Happy Few and South of Midnight, eight years after acquiring it. This move is part of a larger downsizing within Xbox, which has seen thousands of layoffs and is expected to continue. South of Midnight, Compulsion's only release since the 2018 acquisition, received critical acclaim and awards.
UK Charts: FF7 Rebirth Falls Off A Cliff As FC 26 Returns To The Top Spot
The latest UK video game sales charts show EA SPORTS FC 26 returning to the number one spot, likely due to the start of the World Cup 2026. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth saw a significant drop from second to thirtieth place, a common trend for games after their initial launch week. No new titles entered the top 40 this week.
SteamOS now plays nice with Intel handhelds, and that could help a shunned portable become a solid Steam Deck…
Valve has added official support for Intel chipsets to SteamOS via a beta update, improving compatibility for handhelds like the MSI Claw 8 AI+. While performance on Windows 11 currently surpasses SteamOS on these devices, this broader compatibility could offer a more affordable alternative to the Steam Deck, especially if prices drop further.
