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Naughty Dog’s Intergalactic Adds An Actor From The Last Of Us And Uncharted
Robin Atkin Downes, known for his roles in The Last of Us and Uncharted, has joined the cast of Naughty Dog's upcoming PlayStation 5 title, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. While his specific role is undisclosed, Downes expressed excitement about the project. The game, set thousands of years in the future, features Tati Gabrielle as the lead and a soundtrack by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
Marvel's Wolverine has gone gold
Insomniac Games has announced that Marvel's Wolverine has officially gone gold, meaning the master copy is ready for production ahead of its September 15, 2026 release date. This milestone indicates that the game is on track for its planned launch on PlayStation 5.
Compulsion Games Is Now Officially An Ex-Xbox Studio
Compulsion Games has officially separated from Microsoft and is no longer an Xbox studio. The studio's management team acquired the company, and Microsoft transferred intellectual property rights, including for 'South of Midnight,' back to Compulsion. This move allows Compulsion to retain its staff and pursue its future projects independently, with plans to secure new financial backing.
Marvel's Wolverine has finally "gone gold" after a 5-year wait tarnished by leaks, Insomniac confirms…
Insomniac Games has confirmed that Marvel's Wolverine has gone gold, signifying the completion of its development cycle five years after its initial announcement. The PlayStation 5 exclusive is set to launch on September 15, ahead of Grand Theft Auto 6. This milestone comes after a challenging development period, including a significant leak in 2023 and the concurrent development of Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
Lone game dev builds an explorable cyberpunk city almost entirely out of ASCII characters
Solo developer Grow Now! Games has created a playable cyberpunk city entirely out of ASCII characters within a single HTML file. The project utilizes a custom ray-casting engine to render the 3D world as ASCII art, with a recent update offering a playable prototype with improved resolution and interior details. The developer is considering further features like a dialogue system to expand the prototype into a more complete game.
Compulsion Games är nu återigen självständiga
Compulsion Games, the studio behind We Happy Few and South of Midnight, has officially become independent after being acquired by Xbox. The studio has bought itself back, regaining full control over its intellectual property and will now self-publish its titles. CEO Guillaume Provost confirmed the team's desire to remain together and continue development on a new title.
“Friendslop” Sounds Like An Insult. What Do Developers Think?
The term "friendslop," used to describe co-op games with low mechanical complexity and high social interaction, is a subject of debate among developers. While some find it demeaning, many developers are coming to accept or even embrace the label, recognizing its utility in describing a popular game style, despite potential negative connotations.
Yes, the GTA 6 leaked footage was probably running on PC, and no, that doesn't tell us a whole lot about the…
Recent leaked footage of Grand Theft Auto 6 appears to be from a PC build, a common development platform, rather than a console version. While this suggests a PC release is likely, it offers little insight into specific hardware requirements or performance, as development builds differ significantly from retail versions. The article speculates on the potential graphical demands for the PC version based on trailers and the leaked footage.
We're finally talking about AI, ft. David 'Rez' Graham and Luke Dicken
Former Maxis engineer David Graham and former Take-Two AI head Luke Dicken discuss their experiences with artificial intelligence in game development. They share insights on the current AI boom, what remains valuable about AI in the industry, and how to discern genuine utility from hype.
Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet shows first signs of life in months as Naughty Dog adds an Uncharted and The Last of…
Actor Robin Atkin Downes announced he is joining the cast of Naughty Dog's upcoming single-player game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. Downes has a long history with the studio, having worked on multiple Uncharted titles and The Last of Us. This marks the first significant update on the mysterious sci-fi project in nearly two years.
The opportunity cost of Sony's live service pivot is enormous | Opinion
The article argues that Sony's pivot to live service games has incurred enormous opportunity costs, particularly for its first-party studios like Guerrilla Games. This strategic misstep has led to significant delays in major exclusive titles for the PlayStation 5, potentially impacting the console's lifecycle and Sony's relationship with consumers. The author suggests that the long-term damage to the brand and product pipeline may outweigh the direct financial investments in live service projects.
Riot’s fighting game 2XKO will trade active development for maintenance mode in December
Riot Games has announced that active development for its fighting game 2XKO will cease in December 2026, transitioning the game to maintenance mode. While no new content will be added after this year, servers will remain online, all champions will be unlocked, and players will be refunded for all money spent. Lux and Samira will be added before the end of the year, followed by a final bugfix patch.
EA staff worries over Saudi buyout, Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks, and Peak's last major update - Patch Notes #66
This article covers several gaming industry developments, including employee concerns at Electronic Arts following a Saudi buyout, ongoing leaks of Grand Theft Auto 6, and the final update for the game Peak. It also touches on FromSoftware's new game The Duskbloods, Compulsion Games' management buyout from Xbox, PlayStation's struggles with live-service games, and the use of AI in game development.
Kingdom Hearts 4 lead Tetsuya Nomura plays 4D chess, potentially drops hints his canceled Final Fantasy game could…
Tetsuya Nomura, the lead for Kingdom Hearts 4, has potentially dropped hints about a connection between the upcoming game and the canceled Final Fantasy Versus 13. These hints appear through subtle references in clothing brands featured in NEO: The World Ends With You, a fashion designer's name appearing in both games, and striking visual similarities between Kingdom Hearts 4's city guards and airships and those from Final Fantasy 15, which evolved from Versus 13.
“We’re going to take things slow": South of Midnight devs now own the rights to all their games again, after quitting Xbox, and are working on a new game
Compulsion Games, the studio behind South of Midnight, has completed a management buyout and regained the publishing rights to all its original intellectual properties after parting ways with Microsoft and Xbox. CEO Guillaume Provost stated the team prioritized staying together, and while the transition will take time for platforms beyond Steam, Microsoft provided financial assistance for their independent careers. The studio is now working on an unannounced project and plans to proceed cautiously.
007 First Light når fyra miljoner sålda exemplar
Io Interactive announced that its game 007 First Light has sold four million copies. The game has received positive reviews, with an average score of 87/100 on Opencritic. Despite recent layoffs and the cancellation of a Project Fantasy collaboration with Microsoft, Io Interactive may be developing a sequel, with Amazon Games Studios reportedly interested in their involvement.
Cities Skylines 2 is fixing its 'garbage logic' to make your citizens happier
Cities Skylines 2 is receiving an update from developer Iceflake Studios that focuses on improving core game logic and citizen happiness. Key changes include a revised garbage truck AI to prevent premature full loads, adjustments to residential demand calculations, and a new system where citizen income, rather than wealth, influences their behavior. The update also brings visual improvements like overhauled terrain textures and LOD adjustments for trees.
2XKO to End Active Development in December 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Riot Games announced that active development for its fighting game 2XKO will cease in December 2026, though the game will remain playable. The decision stems from the game's inability to achieve sustainability, with Riot citing a lack of meaningful, sustained player engagement. Upcoming characters and content will still be released, and all purchases made before August 20 will be refunded.
Marvel’s Wolverine Has Gone Gold Ahead of Its September Launch
Marvel's Wolverine has officially gone gold and will launch on September 15th for PlayStation 5. Insomniac Games confirmed the game is playable on day one without patches, though a day-one update is recommended for optimal performance. The game will feature New Game Plus and 60 FPS with ray tracing on Performance Mode from launch.
Bungie Had “Five or Six” Projects in the Works Before Sony’s Acquisition – Rumor
A report indicates that Bungie had five or six projects in development before its acquisition by Sony, including Destiny 2 and Marathon. Most of these projects were canceled due to various reasons, leading to significant layoffs at the studio. Bungie is currently focusing on Marathon and has ended support for Destiny 2.
