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Sega’s PS5 Action Game Reboot Takes Franchise to Japan for the First Time
Sega's upcoming PlayStation 5 reboot of the Crazy Taxi franchise, titled Crazy Taxi: World Tour, will feature a map set in Japan for the first time. The game, launching in 2027, will also include a globe-trotting story campaign, arcade modes, and a series-first multiplayer mode across five cities on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV, and more (September 18-20)
This week's streaming highlights include the animated Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 2 on Netflix, the season finale of Reacher and the new spin-off Neagley on Prime Video, and the latest season of Slow Horses on Apple TV. Hulu adds Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, while Paramount Plus features the new Golden Axe animated series.
Physint Release Date-Estimate, Gameplay, And Everything We Know
Hideo Kojima's upcoming game, Physint, is a tactical espionage action title being published by Xbox and developed by Kojima Productions. Originally a PlayStation project, Sony dropped the game due to concerns about budget and deadlines, but Xbox stepped in to support Kojima's vision. The game is still in its conceptual stages, with a potential release window as far out as 2030, and will feature actors like Bill Skarsgard in lead roles.
Mads Mikkelsen Appears In CoD: Modern Warfare 4 Campaign Trailer
The campaign trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 was revealed, featuring Mads Mikkelsen as a likely antagonist. The game will intertwine storylines involving Captain Price and Task Force 141 with a new conflict on the Korean Peninsula. Early access to the campaign begins October 16, with the full release on October 23 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2.
Snabbkollen: Vilken seriejätte har bäst spel?
This article compares the video game output of Marvel and DC, ultimately concluding that Marvel has delivered better games. It highlights Marvel's Wolverine as a strong recent example, while also mentioning other titles like NHL 27, Moonlighter 2, and Batman.
Alien Deathstorm's intense, relentless FPS action was a surprise Gamescom highlight - even if it nearly made my brain explode
Alien Deathstorm, a sci-fi horror FPS from Rebellion, was a standout demo at Gamescom, offering intense, relentless action. The game focuses on dynamic encounters with numerous aliens and environmental hazards, reminiscent of Dead Space but with a constant, overwhelming pace. Despite its difficulty, the preview highlights the game's engaging atmosphere and promising gameplay loop, with an easy mode planned for the full release.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Teases High Stakes, Drama, and Villains in New Story Trailer
Bandai Namco Entertainment has released a new story trailer for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, showcasing high-stakes aerial combat and drama. The game, launching October 2nd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, features a conflict between the Republic of Sotoa and the Federation of Central Usea. A four-part live-action prequel series, HOUR ZERO, will debut on September 15th.
Marvel’s Wolverine Guide – 15 Best Tips and Tricks
This guide for Marvel's Wolverine offers 15 tips and tricks to help players master Insomniac's take on the iconic character. It covers exploration, utilizing Nightmare Doors for lore and suits, effective use of Adaptations, recommended early Technique Point unlocks like Tornado Spin and Leap, enabling enemy lock-on, and customizing difficulty settings. The guide also touches on parrying, toning down violence, the health benefits of unlocking suits, aggressive combat, using kicks, barrage executions, and environmental interactions.
We played Turok: Origins on Nintendo Switch 2, here are our thoughts
A preview of Turok: Origins on the Nintendo Switch 2 reveals a prequel to the classic franchise developed by Saber Interactive. The game features both first-person and third-person perspectives, satisfying gunplay with finishers, and a bow-and-arrow combat option. Despite a delay for polishing, the demo showed promise with responsive controls and a strong adherence to the Turok vibe.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 14 to 18
Microsoft has announced a slate of new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between September 14 and 18. Titles include TCG Card Shop Simulator, RuneScape: Dragonwilds, Aniimo, Train Sim World 7, and Dune: Awakening, among many others across various genres.
Wolverine Only Aims As High As Its Stout Hero – Review
The Wolverine game review indicates that the title's ambition is limited by its protagonist's capabilities. The article suggests that the game does not reach its full potential.
Samus devours her enemies in reveal trailer for Metroid Ravenous
Nintendo revealed Metroid Ravenous, a new 2D Metroidvania title for the Nintendo Switch 2, during its latest Nintendo Direct. The game features Samus Aran crash-landing on an alien moon and gaining new abilities by consuming her enemies, reminiscent of Metroid Dread's tense atmosphere. Metroid Ravenous is set to release on January 28, 2027.
Valheim Is Finally Complete As The Viking Survival Hit Launches In Full
Valheim has officially launched its 1.0 version after years in Early Access, making the Viking survival adventure available in its complete form on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by Iron Gate and published by Coffee Stain Publishing, the game invites players to explore a procedurally generated world inspired by Norse mythology, gather resources, build settlements, and battle powerful bosses.
RoboCop: Rogue City Is An Underappreciated FPS That’s Just Over A Dollar Right Now
RoboCop: Rogue City is highlighted as an underappreciated FPS that offers a brutal and faithful RoboCop experience. Currently available for just over $1 as part of a bundle on Fanatical, the game is praised for its engaging gameplay and original storyline set between RoboCop 2 and RoboCop 3.
Reacher season 4 contains a sneaky Tom Cruise reference you may have missed, and it's hilarious
The penultimate episode of Reacher season 4 includes a subtle reference to Tom Cruise's Mission: Impossible franchise, with the iconic theme tune playing during a scene. This nod is particularly humorous given Cruise's prior starring roles in the Jack Reacher films, which received mixed reviews.
Metroid Ravenous Announced for January 28th, 2027: “It’s Eat or Be Eaten”
Metroid Ravenous is set to launch on January 28th, 2027, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game appears to build upon the gameplay of Metroid Dread, featuring directional aiming and parrying mechanics, but introduces a new "eat or be eaten" survival element where Samus must feed on enemies for power. The game also showcases a more bug-like suit design and an energy blade.
ROLLA is evil, fleshy, monstrous, B-movie-esque Katamari Damacy, and is out this month
ROLLA, a game developed by Tyrmä Games, is set to release this month on PC. Players control a mobile mass of flesh that grows by destroying everything in its path, drawing comparisons to Katamari Damacy but with a more explicit focus on violence and destruction. The game features arcade-style challenges and B-movie aesthetics.
The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Disney Plus, Apple TV, and more (September 4-6)
This week's streaming highlights include new releases on Netflix, Disney Plus, Apple TV, and more from September 4-6. Featured titles include the Star Wars film The Mandalorian and Grogu, the latest installment of the Scary Movie franchise, the crime drama comedy The Gentlemen season 2, the Apple TV comedy Mayday, and Glen Powell's sports comedy Chad Powers season 2.
My Hero Academia: All’s Justice Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer
A launch trailer has been released for My Hero Academia: All's Justice, a 3D arena fighter debuting on the Nintendo Switch. The game features 3v3 battles, various game modes including Story Mode and Team Up Mission, and a large roster of characters from the My Hero Academia franchise.
Cronos: Lazarus finally lets me become the monster in Bloober Team's sci-fi survival horror
Bloober Team's upcoming DLC, Cronos: Lazarus, shifts the focus from survival to action within the Cronos: The New Dawn universe. Players will control the Warden, wielding an arsenal of firearms to combat hordes of enemies and a large boss, offering a more aggressive gameplay experience than the base game.
