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ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies Director’s Cut is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on November 3rd
ZA/UM has announced that ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies Director’s Cut will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 on November 3rd. The enhanced version adds substantial new material, including an entirely new Dramatic Encounter, Backstage Mode, more outfits, and approximately 40,000 more words of writing. While PC players will receive the Director's Cut as a free update, the company's recent financial struggles and employee redundancies cast a shadow over the release.
Diablo 5 Cinematic Director Confirms Shooting for Cutscenes Has Begun
Blizzard Entertainment has begun video shoots for Diablo 5's cinematics, as confirmed by cinematic director Neil David Carter. The company aims to deliver an ambitious campaign with three distinct narratives, building on its reputation for high-quality cutscenes in titles like StarCraft and Overwatch. Diablo 5 is slated for a 2029 launch.
Welp, all of you RuneScape folks who hate Reignited have gotten your wish, as the controversial MMO rejig has been cancelled
Jagex has cancelled RuneScape Reignited, a controversial new character type and economy intended to revitalize the MMO. The decision came after significant negative feedback from the existing player base, with Jagex stating they would not repeat past mistakes of ignoring player input. The company will instead focus on releasing the Adventure Guide and Remastered Journey, alongside other improvements.
Less than 2 weeks after announcing RuneScape Reignited, Jagex is scrapping the whole thing
Jagex has canceled RuneScape Reignited, a new server initiative for new and lapsed players, less than two weeks after its announcement due to significant community backlash. The studio acknowledged missing the mark and stated the decision was made to avoid splitting the existing player base. This follows other controversial decisions by Jagex, including a battle pass cancellation and the removal of microtransactions.
"Little Tim is so obsessed with Gabe" – Ex-Valve dev not impressed by Epic's updated Steam rival or…
Former Valve writer Chet Faliszek criticized Epic Games' recent update to its store launcher, particularly its reliance on generative AI and the company's communication strategy. Faliszek highlighted Tim Sweeney's perceived obsession with Gabe Newell and questioned the overall direction and feature set of the Epic Games Store compared to Steam's ecosystem.
Zero Parades: Director’s Cut coming to Nintendo Switch 2, second game from the developer of Disco Elysium
ZA/UM, the developer of Disco Elysium, has announced Zero Parades: Director's Cut for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release on November 3, 2026. This espionage RPG's Director's Cut includes new content such as a dramatic encounter, expanded scenes and relationships, a backstage mode showcasing development, revised English voice-over, and additional visual and quality-of-life improvements.
Why Rockstar Canceled Its PlayStation-Exclusive Follow-Up To GTA 4
Rockstar Games canceled its PlayStation-exclusive spy game 'Agent' because development teams could not successfully implement its open-world mechanics. Dan Houser revealed that multiple attempts were made to create the game, but the core experience proved too difficult to realize. The project was initially positioned by Take-Two Interactive as a potential successor to the Grand Theft Auto series.
From Liberty City To Leonida: Following The Evolution Of Rockstar’s GTA Launch Trailers
This article traces the evolution of Rockstar Games' launch trailers, from Grand Theft Auto 3 to the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6. It highlights how trailers have shifted from showcasing gameplay mechanics to focusing on narrative, character development, and immersive world-building, demonstrating Rockstar's consistent cinematic prowess.
After almost three years of early access, Enshrouded has hit 1.0 with a complete story, bigger map, and way too much more to mention
Enshrouded has officially launched its 1.0 version after nearly three years in early access, featuring a complete story, an expanded map of Emberval, and a level cap increase to 50 for characters and 55 for gear. The update also introduces new rendering technology for improved visuals, voice acting for lore entries in English, German, and Mandarin Chinese, and a new logic system called 'Sparkworks' for advanced gameplay creation.
GTA 6 squeaks into eligibility for The Game Awards 2026 by the smallest of margins - but can it break Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's record number of wins?
Grand Theft Auto 6 will be eligible for The Game Awards 2026 by a narrow margin, releasing on November 19, 2026, just before the November 20 cut-off. The article speculates on its potential to break Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's record of nine wins, noting the immense anticipation for Rockstar's title. Separately, Rockstar Games faces scrutiny over recent firings at Rockstar North, which affected employees are calling union-busting.
Diablo 5 Inches Closer to Launch as Cinematics Work Begins
Development on Diablo 5 is progressing, with Blizzard Entertainment having commenced work on the game's cinematics. The title is still several years away from launch.
A New Call Of Duty Sub-Series Is Coming, After Years Of Black Ops and Modern Warfare
Activision confirmed a new sub-series is coming to Call of Duty, moving away from consecutive Black Ops and Modern Warfare entries. This change aims to provide a fresh experience for the community, with Treyarch and potentially Sledgehammer Games involved in future installments. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is set to release on October 23 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Survivalbox RPG Enshrouded launches into its glorious 1.0 release
Keen Games has officially launched Enshrouded into its 1.0 release after a successful early access period. The survival sandbox RPG now features a complete map of Embervale, including new biomes and two new Hollow Halls. The update also brings a level cap increase to 55, a new survivor, more base decor, spells, improved graphics, and a new Sparkworks logic system.
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This news roundup covers a variety of gaming topics, including reviews for Castlevania: Belmont's Revenge, Valor Mortis, and Gears of War: E-Day. It also features news on Grand Theft Auto VI's trailer release, S&box going free-to-play, and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake.
Richard Garriott claims that Shroud of the Avatar has no bugs whatsoever thanks to AI tools
Richard Garriott claims that Shroud of the Avatar has achieved zero bugs daily thanks to the implementation of AI tools in its development workflow. He stated that AI can fix bugs within an hour of discovery and is superior to human workflows, though humans are still needed for artistic judgment.
Cyberpunk 2 Is Going to Be More Immersive & Larger in Scale
CD Projekt Red's Vice President and Game Director Gabe Amatangelo discussed the development of Cyberpunk 2, codenamed Project Orion, emphasizing a collaborative approach to make the game larger and more immersive. He highlighted the evolution of his initial vision through team input and the exploration of the 'cyberpunk' theme. The sequel is expected by 2030, with pre-production starting in May 2025.
'It feels like somebody’s wading through your dirty washing' — Rockstar says GTA 6 leaks in 2022 felt 'weirdly invasive' and was 'hard to deal with on an emotional level'
Rockstar Games has described the 2022 Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks as an "invasive" experience that significantly impacted the studio's operations and led to a stricter five-day in-office work policy for developers. While the leaks were emotionally difficult for the team, Rockstar plans to re-evaluate the policy after the game's launch.
Caves of Qud: Diaspora breaks new ground by being the first early access DLC release on Steam
Caves of Qud: Diaspora marks the first time downloadable content has been released in Steam's Early Access program. Developers Freehold Games and Kitfox Games are opting for this model to allow community feedback on the complex expansion, similar to the base game's development strategy. Valve made backend adjustments to enable this unprecedented release.
Dune: Awakening team faces layoffs as Funcom boss admits "we cannot sustain the size and structure" of the…
Funcom is implementing layoffs for its Dune: Awakening development team as the company pivots to focus on its ongoing projects, Conan Exiles and its other survival MMO. CEO Rui Casais admitted that Funcom "cannot sustain the size and structure" required for peak development as the game moves into post-launch operations. This follows a similar round of layoffs in October.
Reforj developer 4J Studios announces PC release date at Game Republic New Horizons
4J Studios announced that its open-world survival sandbox game, Reforj, will launch a closed PC playtest in Q1 2027. The news was revealed at Game Republic New Horizons, with further details shared about the invite-only nature of the playtest to ensure an optimized player experience. The developer also highlighted their direct feedback loop with players and the integration of their new Rixels technology.
