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AC Black Flag Resynced har redan sålt bättre än årsprognosen
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has exceeded Ubisoft's first-year sales projections, selling 3.5 million copies within its first two weeks. The game has also received positive reviews, with an average score of 84/100 on Opencritic.
The 7/10 Game Is Quietly the Best Thing on Game Pass
This article argues that the true value of services like Xbox Game Pass lies not in its blockbuster day-one releases, but in its vast library of "7/10" games. These competent, enjoyable titles offer a low-stakes way to discover new experiences without the commitment of a full-price purchase, making the subscription worthwhile even after recent price increases.
Something for the Weekend – 18/07/26
This week's gaming news includes confirmed remasters for Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, an injury to Ryan Hurst impacting Kratos's portrayal, and an earlier release date for Hot Wheels Infinite Rush. id Software addressed recent layoffs with a positive outlook, while Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown received an expansion pass. Players are experiencing matchmaking issues with Black Ops on PlayStation, and a network test for The Duskbloods is set for August. Several games received reviews, including KAZ (9/10), Beastro (8/10), and Necrophosis Full Consciousness (7/10). New trailers were released for Marvel's Wolverine, Battlefield 6 Season 4, and Zenless Zone Zero 3.1.
Game Reviews
This article provides reviews for Palworld and Woodville Chronicles. IGN offers an early look at Palworld, while Christ Centered Gamer reviews Woodville Chronicles.
Engagement Ring
Overwatch has received mixed reviews on Steam following its recent updates. While some players express satisfaction with the game's direction, a significant portion of the community has voiced concerns, leading to a 'Mixed' rating on the platform.
Something for the Weekend – 27/06/26
This week's gaming news was dominated by Grand Theft Auto 6, with pre-orders going live and details about the Ultimate Edition and digital-only physical copies revealed. Other news includes Bungie layoffs, SteamOS availability on PCs, and price increases for Xbox Series consoles. Several games received reviews, including Zero Parades: For Dead Spies and Gothic 1 Remake, while previews were offered for Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy.
This Week in Switch 2 - Steam Machine price reaction, Star Fox review, and AI ruins everything again
This Week in Switch 2 covers reactions to the Steam Machine's price, a review of Star Fox, and general Nintendo news. The podcast also addresses the use of AI in content creation, with Shacknews staff confirming they do not use generative AI. CEO Asif Khan also shared his background and love for Nintendo.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Sell Below SEGA's Expectations
SEGA's latest financial report indicates that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and Shinobi: Art of Vengeance have underperformed in sales despite receiving strong review scores. While CrossWorlds has sold at least one million copies, its performance has fallen short of SEGA's expectations, with a goal of another million units by March 2026. Both games have received DLC, including crossovers for CrossWorlds with Godzilla and Evangelion.
AI Yi-Yi!
A data analyst discovered that an 'AI stigma' on Steam can lead to a significant reduction in game reviews. Separately, the article touches upon upcoming practical AI features for iPhones in iOS 27, moving beyond basic assistants like Siri.
FZ High Score – 3 deadlines i dag, 3 nya spel tillagda
The eleventh season of FZ High Score is underway, with deadlines approaching for The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, and the Dave the Diver expansion In the Jungle. Three new games have been added to the season: Rhythm Paradise Groove, Palworld, and Halo: Campaign Evolved, with their respective guessing deadlines listed.
Something for the Weekend – 13/06/26
Nintendo held a surprise Nintendo Direct, revealing a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2, alongside new titles like Final Fantasy Resonance and Xenoblade Genesis. The week also saw reports of major layoffs at Xbox due to subscriber losses and Ubisoft closing two studios. Reviews included Crushed In Time and Midnight Saturn, with previews of Romestead and Dark Heresy.
Evening Reading - June 11, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various game news, including speculation about Destiny 3, reviews for titles like The 7th Guest Remake and Alien: Isolation 2, and a discussion on whether Grand Theft Auto 6 or The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake would be played first. It also highlights Famitsu's 40th anniversary and lists all games that have received its perfect 40/40 review score. The article also touches on non-gaming news such as SpaceX, Elon Musk, and the NBA Finals.
Canadian Slot Players Shift Toward Mobile-First Games and Faster Cashout Platforms
Canadian online casino players are increasingly prioritizing mobile-first games and platforms with faster cashout options. Review sites like Casino.org are adapting by providing more detailed comparisons that focus on player priorities such as mobile quality, payout speed, and game variety, rather than just superficial bonus offers.
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This article is a review of games. The content is provided by Kernelbay and Christ Centered Gamer.
Remember when Star Wars and Command & Conquer ruled PC gaming? June in PC Gamer 10, 20, and 30 years ago
This article looks back at PC gaming from June 1996, 2006, and 2016, highlighting cover stories like Star Wars: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter, Command & Conquer 3, and Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 3. It also touches on the evolution of gaming monitors and significant news from those respective months.
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What We Learned About Review Scores After 12 Years of Xbox Reviews
This analysis discusses the evolution and meaning of video game review scores over 12 years of Xbox reviews, highlighting that consistency and transparency in criteria are more important than the score itself. It emphasizes that readers build trust through a publication's track record and clear evaluation frameworks, especially in an era where professional criticism competes with numerous online opinions.
007 och Thick as Thieves stänger säsong 10 av FZ High Score
Season 10 of FZ High Score has concluded, with the game '007: From Russia with Love' achieving the highest average score, surpassing 'Thick as Thieves'. The competition saw a close race for the top spots, with the top three players winning exclusive t-shirts.
Neojac’s early access cowboy survivalbox Frontier Legends was hit with a wave of furious gamer reviews
Neojac's early access Wild West survival sandbox, Frontier Legends, has been met with a wave of negative reviews on Steam, with players citing issues like Unreal Engine asset flipping, potential AI art usage, and unplayable gameplay. The game saw a peak of only 144 players, which has since dropped to 20. Neojac has released a hotfix for several bugs and shared a development roadmap.
Gissa betyg på Calx, Gothic, och Solarpunk i veckan
The FZ High Score competition has begun its eleventh season, with the first deadline for predicting the critic score for Calx on June 1st. Players can also submit their predictions for Gothic 1 Remake by June 3rd and Solarpunk by June 5th. The competition allows participants to guess the average critic score for various upcoming games on platforms like Opencritic.