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"We are very eager to learn from the real veterans" – How Tencent's TiMi Studio Group collaborated with Capcom on Monster Hunter Outlanders
Bryan Li, development director at Tencent's TiMi Studio Group, discusses the creation of Monster Hunter Outlanders for mobile devices. The game aims to replicate the full Monster Hunter experience with adapted controls and new storylines, while Capcom provided guidance on core mechanics and lore. TiMi Studio Group leveraged its expertise in live service games for the post-launch roadmap.
With a cracking new tactical feature and dedicated UI "strike team", Football Manager 27 is a huge step back towards FM's best form
Football Manager 2027 marks a significant return to form, addressing the criticized UI of FM26 with a more intuitive and faster navigation system. The game introduces a new 'tactical effectiveness' system, enhancing the role-playing depth by simulating how well players understand and execute complex tactics, drawing inspiration from real-world football management.
GTA 6’s Landmass Is Nearly As Big As GTA 4, GTA 5, And Red Dead Redemption 2 Combined
Rockstar Games has revealed that the landmass of Grand Theft Auto 6 is nearly as large as the combined playable maps of Grand Theft Auto 4, Grand Theft Auto 5, and Red Dead Redemption 2. The developer also highlighted the game's density, featuring an "order of magnitude more interiors" than previous titles. Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
The Daily Grind: Have you ever volunteered as a mentor in an MMORPG?
This article discusses the challenges and motivations behind volunteer mentorship programs in MMORPGs. It highlights the potential for mentorship to be used as a status symbol rather than a genuine effort to help new players, while also acknowledging the positive aspect of guiding new players through game mechanics and inquiries.
Phantom Blade Zero explodes on Steam, and its creator is "deeply grateful" to his team
Phantom Blade Zero has achieved significant success, becoming Steam's top seller globally and reaching the second-highest concurrent player count shortly after launch. Game Director Liang expressed deep gratitude to his team, highlighting their passion and dedication throughout development, which began from a smaller student project. The game aims to deliver a powerful and cool action RPG experience rooted in Chinese wuxia, with features like adjustable difficulty and extensive PC customization options.
GTA 6 has a smell reaction system, which immediately joins Red Dead Redemption 2's dynamically shrinking horse balls on Rockstar's list of immersive symbols of excess
The article discusses Rockstar Games' penchant for hyper-realistic, arguably unnecessary details in its games, using Grand Theft Auto 6's new smell reaction system as a parallel to Red Dead Redemption 2's dynamically shrinking horse testicles. This focus on excessive detail, while impressive, raises questions about player noticeability and the overall value of such features.
GTA 6 "felt too fast" when Rockstar made it run like Grand Theft Auto 5 due to the leap in visual performance…
Rockstar Games developers discussed how early iterations of Grand Theft Auto 6 felt too fast when using Grand Theft Auto 5's timings, necessitating adjustments to better suit the new game's increased visual fidelity and world simulation. Lessons learned from Red Dead Redemption 2, such as narrower roads and longer day/night cycles in Vice City, contribute to a more believable world compared to Grand Theft Auto 5.
Games Inbox: What is the best game of 2026 that’s not GTA 6?
This collection of reader letters discusses potential Game of the Year contenders for 2026, the possibility of Grand Theft Auto 6 having a troubled launch, and concerns about AI's impact on game development. Readers also debate Resident Evil's narrative consistency and the underutilization of Jill Valentine, while expressing a desire for improved Zelda remakes.
Police Patrol Streets Of Justice - Free Online Browser Game
Police Patrol Streets Of Justice is a free-to-play, offline, single-player 3D police simulation game where players patrol Liberty County as Unit 12. The game emphasizes realistic procedures, consequence-based gameplay, and ethical decision-making, allowing players to conduct traffic stops, investigations, arrests, and bookings.
Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown: What We’ve Learned Ahead of Launch
Crimson Desert's upcoming expansion, Charting the Unknown, will introduce new story content focusing on characters like Kliff, Damiane, and Oongka, alongside expanded underwater exploration in existing areas of Pywel. The expansion also features new base-building incentives with NPC visits, a separate ship progression system, dynamic weather effects, and the ability to board enemy vessels. New Abyss Gear Artifacts will provide abilities, and the game will shift to a slower update schedule post-launch.
GTA 6’s Total Landmass is Nearly Equal to GTA 4, GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 Combined
Rockstar Games has revealed that Grand Theft Auto 6's total landmass is comparable to the combined playable areas of Grand Theft Auto 4, Grand Theft Auto 5, and Red Dead Redemption 2. The developer also highlighted the significantly increased number of detailed interiors and interactive environments within the game world.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Features a Longer Day/Night Cycle Because GTA 5’s Timings “Felt Too Fast”
Rockstar Games has revealed that Grand Theft Auto 6 will feature a longer day/night cycle compared to Grand Theft Auto 5, as the studio found the previous timings felt too fast for the increased fidelity of the new game's worlds. This change aims to enhance NPC believability and player immersion in the modern-day Vice City.
GTA 6 Team “Built a Pyramid on Everest,” No Compromises on “Scale, Detail, Story or Open World”
Rockstar Games executives Aaron Garbut, Phil Hooker, and Rob Nelson discussed the ambitious scale and lack of compromises in Grand Theft Auto 6's development. They emphasized the team's self-imposed pressure to deliver an exceptional open world, story, and detail, comparing the effort to building a pyramid on Everest. The game is set to launch on November 19th, with reports suggesting a PC version could arrive within three months of 2027.
29 Percent of All US Gamers Are Planning to Buy Grand Theft Auto 6, Says Analyst
Analyst Mat Piscatella predicts that nearly 30 percent of US gamers plan to purchase Grand Theft Auto 6, calling it a significant cultural and commercial moment for the industry. The anticipation for the title, the first new entry in the franchise since 2013, is expected to drive sales of software, hardware, and gaming subscriptions. Rockstar Games is also focusing on enhancing the in-game world's fidelity and NPC reactions for the upcoming release.
Alien Isolation 2's Xenomorph will "hunt you more aggressively" and use weather to track you down in outdoor spaces "10 times bigger" than the first game
Developers for the upcoming Alien: Isolation 2 have revealed that the Xenomorph will be significantly more aggressive and intelligent than in the first game. New outdoor environments, ten times larger than the original's space station, will feature weather mechanics that the alien will use to its advantage for tracking players. The creature will also learn and adapt its behavior with each encounter, preventing players from relying on previous tactics.
WoW: Forever's update schedule will be 'a little more laid back' than the main MMO
World of Warcraft: Forever will adopt a more relaxed update schedule, with new content planned roughly every four months, aligning with its slower-paced, original era design. Principal game designer Kris Zierhut stated this cadence is significantly slower than the Season of Discovery's eight-week cycle. The goal is to "unsolve" the game and maintain its spirit without rushing content.
Alien: Isolation 2 devs commit to a physical edition: "Staying true to the analogue nature of Alien is one of our pillars"
Developers at Creative Assembly have confirmed that Alien: Isolation 2 will receive a physical edition, emphasizing its commitment to the analogue nature of the Alien franchise. The sequel will feature a more intelligent Xenomorph and expanded level design, including new exterior hunting grounds. The announcement comes amidst Sony's plans to end new PlayStation disc production in 2028, raising concerns about future physical releases.
Football Manager 27: The Real World of Football Meets Your Digital Decisions | Official XBOX Podcast
The Official Xbox Podcast features an interview with Ant Farley from Sports Interactive to discuss Football Manager 27. The conversation covers new features like Tactical Tweaks and improved navigation, the game's impact on real-world football analytics, and its upcoming releases on PC and Xbox consoles with Game Pass.
Never Played Football Manager Before? Here are Some First-Timer Tips Before Football Manager 27 Arrives
This guide offers tips for new players approaching Football Manager 27, a realistic football simulation series. Sports Interactive Senior Features Manager Ant Farley explains how the game caters to newcomers with features like delegation and Tactical Tweaks, while also emphasizing the importance of patience and understanding the game's unpredictability. The article also touches on the differences between the PC and console versions of the game.
8 Reasons why WoW Forever is ensuring the iconic MMO remains immovable
World of Warcraft: Forever aims to blend the nostalgia of WoW Classic with the quality-of-life improvements found in the Retail version. The preview highlights eight key features, including enhanced crafting, over 1,000 new quests, simplified server structures, new race/class combinations, improved visuals, and a renewed focus on player interaction and community building.
