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Scifi-skjutaren Cinder City visar upp fordon, taktiska system och spelvärld
Cinder City, a PvE shooter from Big Fire Games, showcases its vehicular and tactical systems. Set in a dilapidated Seoul, the game features motorcycles, cars, and helicopters for traversal and combat, alongside futuristic tactical gear like weapons, shields, and support robots. It is planned for PC and consoles, with no release date yet announced.
Arc Raiders player numbers hit a six-month high following the release of the extraction shooter's huge Frozen Trails update
Arc Raiders saw a significant surge in player numbers, reaching a six-month high of 1.7 million daily players following the release of its substantial Frozen Trails update and a free weekend. The game also experienced its steepest discount, selling an additional 150,000 copies. Separately, PlayStation founder Ken Kutaragi commented that player attachment to physical discs is a 'mentality issue' and not economically reasonable in the current market.
Players on Steam so far seem delighted with Modern Warfare 4's campaign, making it one of the most well-received Call of Dutys in recent history
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is receiving a "Very Positive" reception on Steam, with players delighting in its campaign. This positive sentiment contrasts sharply with the "Mostly Negative" reception of last year's Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. The campaign, which is just over six hours long, is currently available via early access for digital pre-orders, with traditional multiplayer launching on October 23rd.
Frozen Trail finally puts the 'raid' in Arc Raiders
The new Frozen Trail update for Arc Raiders introduces two raid-style activities, Frigate and Fallen Emperor, which are seen as a significant positive step for the game. These activities offer a deeper loot chase and require player cooperation, drawing favorable comparisons to Destiny 2's endgame content. While bugs and the inclusion of PvP at extraction points are noted as frustrations, the new content has generated excitement for Arc Raiders' future.
'There were a lot of disagreements across the place': Former Marathon director Joe Ziegler on leading Bungie's extraction shooter, playing Path of Exile for 3,437 hours, and why he'll never uninstall Kingdom Hearts
Former Marathon director Joe Ziegler discusses his extensive gaming habits, including thousands of hours in Path of Exile and Destiny 2, and his enduring love for Kingdom Hearts. He also touches on his experiences at Bungie, the challenges of leading the Marathon project, and his appreciation for the social aspects of games like World of Warcraft.
A Halo extraction shooter and battle royale hybrid game was reportedly scrapped during the development of Campaign…
A planned Halo multiplayer game, described as a hybrid extraction shooter and battle royale, was reportedly scrapped by 343 Industries. The project, codenamed 'Project Ekur' and previously 'Project Tatanka,' would have featured squads of Spartans and Banished Brutes fighting AI-controlled Flood and other players on Zeta Halo. The studio also faced significant layoffs and the cancellation of other projects, including a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved.
Modern Warfare 4 release times and early access explained
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is set to release on October 23, with digital pre-orders granting early access to the campaign starting October 16 and the DMZ mode on October 20. PC preloads are already available, and the full game will unlock at midnight local time. The game requires 115GB of storage space.
Yes, Arc Raiders' new PvE mode is already being used to practice PvP
Embark Studios has launched a beta test for a Player versus Environment (PvE) toggle in Arc Raiders, allowing players to experience the game without PvP encounters. Despite the mode's intention, some players are reportedly using it to practice PvP scenarios or to ambush others near loot rooms, highlighting an ironic use of the feature.
ARC Raiders Tops Nearly 186,000 Concurrent Players on Steam After Frozen Trail’s Launch
Embark Studios' extraction shooter ARC Raiders has seen a significant surge in concurrent players on Steam, reaching nearly 186,000 following the launch of its new Frozen Trail update. This resurgence is partly attributed to a free weekend event, with the studio also testing a new experimental PvE mode to sustain player interest.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 pre-orders now include early DMZ access
Activision is offering early access to the DMZ mode for Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 to players who pre-order the game. This incentive aims to boost pre-order numbers following the negative reception of Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7. The DMZ mode, returning from Modern Warfare 2, will be available three days before the full game launch on October 23.
Modern Warfare 4 DMZ lets you revive yourself, but not without consequences
Infinity Ward has detailed the new 'Tourniquet' self-revive mechanic for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's DMZ mode. While players can revive themselves once, it leaves them in a wounded state with capped health, requiring a medkit to fully recover and restore the ability. Additional self-revives can be found as loot or printed, but the exact limits are not yet specified.
Arc Raiders player-numbers rebound with the launch of Frozen Trail and the game's 2.0 release, but they might be deceptively high
Arc Raiders has seen a significant rebound in player numbers following the launch of its 'Frozen Trail' update and version 2.0, reaching a peak of 185,443 concurrent players on Steam. This surge is partly attributed to a concurrent free trial, which may inflate the numbers, but the update also introduces new maps, enemies, weapons, and a revamped skill tree, with a dedicated PvE mode currently in testing.
DMZ for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 being released early, but Infinity Ward shoots down PvE hopes
Infinity Ward announced that the DMZ mode for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will be released early on October 20th for digital pre-orders, four days before the full game launches on October 23rd. The developer also addressed confusion regarding a PvE-only playlist, stating that the "Single Squad Mission" seen in early footage was a developer tool and not a public mode, though players can attempt to play solo by disabling squad fill.
Arc Raiders 2.0 is here, and you can finally turn those lights on your backpack off
Embark Studios has released the 'Frozen Trails' update for their extraction shooter Arc Raiders, introducing significant overhauls and quality-of-life improvements. Key changes include a backpack emissive toggle, the ability to open the map while downed, new contextual animations, and an increased max stash size. The update arrives as the game sees a surge in player count, likely boosted by a current free weekend.
ARC Raiders Producer Admits It’s “Very Possible” That PvE and PvEvP Could Split Up
Embark Studios is considering splitting ARC Raiders into separate PvE and PvEvP modes, according to executive producer Aleksander Grøndal. While the team acknowledges the potential challenges, such as splitting the player base, they are open to the possibility to better align with player preferences. A recent PvE test was conducted to gather data and feedback on the potential changes.
Bungie addresses player issues with Marathon, announces map and gameplay changes
Bungie is implementing several gameplay changes to its extraction shooter Marathon based on player feedback. These updates, set to arrive with the Symbiosis update, include adjustments to map design, audio ranges for in-game events, and modifications to the Rook character's inventory system to offer a less punishing experience.
Call Of Duty: MW4 Early Access Also Includes DMZ, Here’s How To Get In
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will offer early access to its DMZ mode starting October 20, three days before the game's official launch on October 23. Preordering any edition of the game grants access to both the DMZ mode and the campaign early on all platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
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.
Arc Raiders Tracks Of The Beast Quest Guide
This guide details how to complete the 'Tracks of the Beast' quest in Arc Raiders, which takes place on the Pendola Pass map. Players need to visit the Northern Tracks, find Almatera Station, and then ping specific enemies: a Bully and a Skulker, both introduced in the Frozen Trail update.
Arc Raiders’ Big Update Has It Surging To Numbers It Hasn’t Seen In Months
Arc Raiders has seen a significant surge in players and sales following a major update from Embark Studios. The extraction shooter is now among Steam's best-selling and most-played games, reaching over 100,000 concurrent players, a number not seen since May. This success follows Embark's shift to a semi-annual update cadence, aiming for larger, more impactful releases.