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Red Dead Online wasn't a "missed opportunity," Take-Two CEO insists, and has been "immensely successful and long-lasting" despite fans feeling like it lives in GTA Online's shadow
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick defended Red Dead Online, stating it has been "immensely successful and long-lasting" and not a missed opportunity, despite its less extensive content updates compared to Grand Theft Auto Online. He highlighted the success of the Red Dead franchise overall, with Red Dead Redemption 2 being one of the best-selling games of all time.
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Several games have received new updates or announcements. 9 Kings has launched its multiplayer mode, while Hela: of Mice & Magic - Friends of the Forest and Knuckle Jet have released demo teasers. Sushiamo has an official announcement trailer, and Tekken 8 features a Yujiro Hanma teaser.
Take-Two forces shutdown of Grand Theft Auto multiplayer modding platform Rage:MP
Take-Two Interactive has forced the shutdown of the Grand Theft Auto 5 multiplayer modding platform Rage:MP after issuing a cease-and-desist order. The Rage:MP team announced a structured shutdown, directing server owners to migrate to FiveM, which Take-Two now recognizes as the only authorized platform for GTA 5 multiplayer modding. Rage:MP will cease operations entirely by August 31.
Take-Two boss refutes Red Dead Online "missed opportunity" allegations, as RDR2 passes a huge sales milestone
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that Red Dead Redemption 2's success, with over 85 million units sold, does not indicate a missed opportunity for its online component, Red Dead Online. Despite Red Dead Online receiving minimal updates since 2021 to focus on Grand Theft Auto 6 and Grand Theft Auto Online, Zelnick considers it immensely successful and long-lasting. Recent financial reports indicate Grand Theft Auto Online generates significantly more revenue weekly than Red Dead Online.
Rockstar Shuts Down GTA Multiplayer Modding EcoSystem RAGE:MP
Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive are shutting down RAGE:MP, a popular community-hosted multiplayer mod for Grand Theft Auto V, as part of a broader effort to consolidate their ecosystem. New servers will no longer be accepted, and public access to the server toolkit has ended, with all services set to go offline by August 31, 2026. RAGE:MP suggests players migrate to FiveM, which is now considered Rockstar's official platform for modding experiences.
Destiny and Warframe Fans Spent a Decade Competing With Each Other — Now They’re United in Saying Goodbye
The long-standing friendly rivalry between players of Destiny and Warframe is coming to an end. Both communities are now looking for ways to commemorate and say goodbye to this decade-long competition.
Dead by Daylight Finally Brings Jason Voorhees to Its Extensive Roster of Killers
Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th is officially joining the roster of killers in Dead by Daylight. Behaviour Interactive released a trailer showcasing his new abilities, including Omnipresent Evil and Improvised Carnage. Jason will be available in the public beta on May 26th and officially on June 16th, coinciding with the game's 10th anniversary.
9 Kings Multiplayer Update Lands as it Crosses 1 Million Sales
The early access rogue-lite 9 Kings has received a major update introducing asynchronous multiplayer, allowing players to compete against others globally. Publisher Hooded Horse also announced that the game has surpassed 1 million sales and will be launching on mobile platforms later this year.
Face off against rivals in 9 Kings' new multiplayer mode
Hooded Horse and Sad Socket have released a new multiplayer mode for their kingdom-building auto-battler game, 9 Kings. This update introduces a competitive asynchronous mode where up to nine players can battle for supremacy, alongside a new ranking system and cosmetic rewards. The game also surpassed one million sales since its early access launch.
Just Cause Studio’s Job Listings Indicate New Project is Live-Service Multiplayer
Job listings for Avalanche Studios indicate their next project is a live-service multiplayer game utilizing Unreal Engine. The studio is seeking experienced personnel for large-scale multiplayer environments and live-service game development. Co-founder Christofer Sundberg suggested the new IP may not be part of the Just Cause franchise.
World of Warcraft was a "savior" for the creator of Journey, and "beautiful moments" between Horde and Alliance players inspired his own games
Jenova Chen, founder of thatgamecompany, revealed that moments of cooperation in World of Warcraft inspired the multiplayer design of his games, Journey and Sky: Children of the Light. He found solace in the MMO during a lonely period in the US, experiencing wordless interactions with other players that led him to create games fostering judgment-free connections.
Unrailed 2: Back on Track leaves early access in June
Indie developer Indoor Astronaut announced that Unrailed 2: Back on Track will leave early access on June 11th for PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. The game features chaotic multiplayer railroad building with procedurally generated worlds, new story elements, permanent upgrades, and a community map creation tool. A new 8-player versus mode is also included.
Space Marine 2 gets a steep discount, a free trial and an update that adds a 'major revamp' of Siege Mode, as its multiplayer continues to outpace games like Marathon
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has received a significant update, Patch 13.0, which includes a major revamp of its Siege Mode, now called Siege 2.0. This update introduces new mechanics, increased difficulty, and a reset of player progress for the mode. The game is also available with a 70% discount and a free trial that includes campaign and PvP content.
Star Fox On Switch 2 Is Getting A Day One Update
Nintendo has announced that Star Fox for the Nintendo Switch 2 will receive a day one update to unlock online features, including 4-vs-4 multiplayer Battle Mode. The update will also be required for GameChat character avatars and AR features. The game is set to launch digitally and physically on June 25, 2026.
How to create a convoy in Forza Horizon 6 and play with friends
This guide explains how to create a convoy in Forza Horizon 6 to play with friends. It details the steps necessary to set up a group for cooperative multiplayer sessions within the game.
Star Fox will have a day one update on Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo has confirmed a day one update for the upcoming Star Fox game on Nintendo Switch 2, scheduled for release on June 25, 2026. This patch will introduce full support for Battle Mode, featuring 4-vs-4 dogfights, and GameChat character avatars with AR filters that mirror player expressions.
Survive Homelander codes (May 2026)
Survive Homelander, a multiplayer Roblox game where one player is Homelander and others must survive, has released new codes for May 2026. These codes, including HOMELANDER, BUGS, SUPEBRAWL, and LIKETHEGAME, grant players credits to help them in the game. The article also provides instructions on how to redeem codes and where to find more.
How to find a Stunt Party event in Forza Horizon 6
This guide explains how to find and participate in Stunt Party events in Forza Horizon 6, which are required for the 'Welcome to the Party, Pal!' Festival Playlist challenge. These events appear as pink circles on the map, typically at the top of the hour, and involve completing various mini-game activities with other players.
UFL Mobile Soft Launch Hits Stage 2 With Global Access and Brand-New Game Mode
The second stage of the UFL Mobile soft launch is now available globally, introducing a new 4v4 multiplayer mode and real-life Adidas event tie-ins. Strikerz Inc. is using this stage to gather player feedback and refine features before the official release later this year. The mobile version offers streamlined gameplay, simple controls, and fast matches while maintaining the skill-based mechanics of its console and PC counterparts.
Sega teases new Crazy Taxi game reveal for next month
Sega has released a teaser for an upcoming Crazy Taxi game, suggesting a reveal is imminent. The company previously announced plans to revive several classic franchises, including Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, Golden Axe, and Streets Of Rage. The new Crazy Taxi is reportedly a massively multiplayer driving game developed by Sega's Sapporo Studio.
