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Games Inbox: What is the best Nintendo game of 2026?
Readers discuss the best Nintendo games of 2026, with Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave emerging as a strong contender. Concerns are raised about the high cost of current-generation consoles like the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, and their potential impact on the industry's future. The discussion also touches on the evolution of graphics, digital versus physical media, and the ongoing debate about console generations.
Fan recreates GTA 6 launch trailer in GTA 5 and the downgrade is a real shock
A fan has recreated the Grand Theft Auto 6 launch trailer within Grand Theft Auto 5, highlighting the significant graphical leap between the two titles. The article also touches on a similar trailer recreation for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, noting Nintendo's controversial past marketing taglines.
The Witcher 3 Remastered patch targets graphics issues and boats moving "uncontrollably" as CD Projekt Red promises it's "working" on Switch 2 fixes
CD Projekt Red has released patch 5.01 for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, addressing various bugs and graphical issues across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The studio is also working on an update for the Nintendo Switch 2 version to bring it closer to parity with other platforms.
The Sinking City 2 Adds PSSR Support, FSR, HDR, and More in Massive New Update
An update for The Sinking City 2 has been released, adding features such as HDR support on PC, PSSR support on PS5 Pro, and AMD FSR support. The game is available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version planned for 2027.
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered review for Nintendo Switch 2
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered offers a robust package with numerous quality-of-life improvements and new content, making it a compelling modernization of the classic Musou experience. However, its performance and visual presentation on the Nintendo Switch 2 are significantly disappointing, with a variable frame rate and flat environments hindering the overall enjoyment.
Witcher 3 Remastered patch addressing "various lighting adjustments" rolls out
CD Projekt Red has released a patch for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, addressing player feedback regarding lighting adjustments. The update includes fixes for dark interiors and ensures parity with the PC version, alongside other improvements and a fix for DLSS availability on the Xbox Play Anywhere version.
Casually Classic: Five World of Warcraft Forever features that have my full attention
This opinion piece highlights five key features of World of Warcraft Forever that the author is most excited about, including a new camping system, graphical improvements, transmogrification, a legacy system for leveling, and enhanced crafting. The author expresses enthusiasm for how these features will improve the classic MMO experience.
The Biggest New Game Releases Of October 2026
October 2026 is set to be a massive month for game releases, with numerous titles launching before the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6. The month features a diverse lineup including remasters like Dynasty Warriors 3, new entries in established franchises like Ace Combat 8 and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and promising new IPs such as Hellraiser: Revival and Phantom Blade Zero. The releases span across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, offering something for every player.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Is Reportedly Broken on AMD GPUs Ahead of New Driver
The recently released remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is reportedly experiencing significant bugs and visual artifacts on AMD graphics cards. While Nvidia users seem unaffected, AMD users are encountering numerous issues.
Sadla Roach! Nya Witcher 3 är här
The free remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch for owners of the original game. This update introduces a revamped skill tree system, improved combat mechanics with new enemy patterns and a dynamic camera, and enhanced animations for movement and Roach. Visual upgrades include new lighting, shadows, grass, and textures, with PC featuring path tracing. Additional features include equipment transmog, improved inventory management, a more robust photo mode, and new accessibility options.
Here's a gallery of the times The Witcher 3's remastered lighting had me like, 'Damn'
The remastered edition of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt features new lighting and textures that the author finds visually impressive, particularly during sunrise and sunset. While some debate the graphical changes, the option to revert to older versions on Steam is available.
The Witcher 3 Remastered – 15 More Upgrades Worth Knowing About
The Witcher 3 Remastered introduces numerous upgrades, including an adaptive combat camera, improved quest tracking with smart filters, and reworked motion blur for more immersive visuals. PC players benefit from DirectX 12-only rendering, rendering parallelization, and ray-traced hair. Console versions see enhancements like 60 fps with ray tracing on PlayStation 5 Pro and unlocked framerates, while the Nintendo Switch 2 version targets specific performance levels and includes unique Joy-Con and touchscreen implementations.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered’s Improvements and New Features Detailed Ahead of Launch
CD Projekt RED has detailed the extensive improvements and new features coming to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered, a free upgrade for existing owners. The update includes a new skill tree system, equipment reforging for customization, and significant graphical enhancements like ray tracing and improved lighting. The game launches September 29th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
The Daily Grind: What’s most important to you in an MMORPG: graphics, combat, community, or lore?
This article poses a question to MMORPG players about what aspect is most important: graphics, combat, community, or lore. The author personally favors community and lore, but seeks player input on their priorities within the genre.
Industry vet who worked on Ultima Online says the next big thing needs to have 'sh*tty graphics' to escape the…
Industry veteran Raph Koster argues that the relentless pursuit of high-resolution graphics is unsustainable due to ballooning development costs and stagnant game prices. He suggests that the next major platform innovation needs to intentionally have 'shitty graphics' to reset the cost curve and allow for new gameplay affordances, preventing established companies from dominating.
"Why do we need more graphics?": 2010's Alan Wake was as photoreal as videogames ever needed to be, reckons original Thief designer
Former Thief designer Randy Smith Evergreen argues that photorealistic graphics in video games reached their peak with 2010's Alan Wake, suggesting further advancements are unnecessary and costly. He believes the visual fidelity achieved then was sufficient for immersion, and subsequent graphical arms races are a waste of resources, particularly for immersive sims.
Marvel’s Wolverine PS5 vs PS5 Pro – How Big Is the Upgrade?
This analysis compares the graphical performance of Marvel's Wolverine on the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro. The PS5 Pro offers superior rendering resolution and visual effects, particularly in its Performance Pro mode, providing a more enhanced experience. While the base PS5 version is still strong, the Pro version stands out for its visual fidelity and smooth performance, especially in close-quarters combat.
No Man’s Sky 7.0 “Cosmos” update announced, patch notes
Hello Games has announced the "Cosmos" update (version 7.0) for No Man's Sky, bringing significant new features like space station directorship, galactic alliances, and orbital construction. The update also introduces deep-space mapping, shipbreaking mechanics, and an expedition celebrating the game's 10th anniversary. Extensive graphical improvements and performance optimizations are included, with support for Intel Xe Super Sampling and NVIDIA DLSS 4.5.
Nintendo says Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake isn't aiming "for realistic graphics," and that's great…
Nintendo has revealed the visual style for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake, which producer Eiji Aonuma states is not aiming for realistic graphics but rather a nostalgic reimagining. While some character designs like Link's are noted as peculiar, the overall environments are seen as a lovely, semi-realistic update that evokes the original game's feel.
EA Sports FC 27 Details PC Version’s Improvements Ahead of Its Release
Electronic Arts has detailed improvements for the PC version of EA Sports FC 27, focusing on enhanced graphics with an "Ultra Enhanced" mode, better keyboard and mouse support, and overall responsiveness. These changes aim to leverage high-end hardware and address feedback from the previous installment, FC 26.
