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April is now well and truly underway, and the weather is beginning to “improve” (if, indeed, you’re not one of the contrarians who prefers the rain and the cold, like we are). Whatever the weather happens to be doing outside, though, there’s still plenty of news to talk about if you’re more inclined to stay indoors; with Nintendo’s Switch 2 campaign fully underway, how could there not be? As ever, then, pull up a chair and let’s talk about what’s been happening in the world of gaming over the last week or so. The Minecraft movie is causing chaos We’ll…

Most weeks in the gaming world tend to float by with one or two really major pieces of news, but this week was special; for the first time in many years, a brand new console was announced. That’s right: Nintendo finally announced the Switch 2 in full this week, including how much it would cost and what games would be available for it on day one. We will, of course, get to that, but we don’t want Nintendo to completely hog the limelight, so let’s take a look at some of the things that have been happening in the gaming…

If you’ve already worked your way through March’s bumper crop of releases and you don’t still have a backlog hanging around from last year (guilty as charged), then you’re probably wondering what kind of games there are to play in April. Luckily, there are tons of new releases that are worth checking out, and while some of them are remasters of older games (that you should still play!), there are more than a few totally new titles to give your attention to as well. Without further ado, then, here are the best games you can play in April 2025! Croc:…

It’s yet again time for a look at the world of gaming news for this week, and it’s been a pretty eventful one thanks to the appearance of a Nintendo Direct (yes, another one!). Don’t worry: you haven’t missed anything. The Direct for the Switch 2 is still due to air in the coming days. This week, though, we got to see what Nintendo will be up to in the next few months with regards to the original Switch. Here’s our rundown of what’s been going on this week in gaming news! Monster Hunter Wilds’ first update is dated for…

Doesn’t time fly? It’s once again time to take a look at what’s been happening in the world of gaming for the past week or so, and as always, there’s no shortage of things to talk about. Whether it’s speculation swirling about PlayStation release dates for Xbox games or new studios being started by old hands, you’ll have plenty to think about this week. As always, then, it’s time to dive right in. Let’s take a look at the week in gaming news. Starfield and Indiana Jones could be imminent for PlayStation If you’ve been hoping to play some of…

Well, here we are again! It’s time to take another look at the week that was in gaming news, and there’s plenty to pore over this week. We know we say that every time, but it’s true! Thankfully, there isn’t quite as much doom and gloom to worry about this week. Instead, we’ve got release date leaks and announcements, as well as new game reveals and more. As we always say, without further ado, let’s take a look at what’s been happening this week in the world of gaming news! Death Stranding 2: On the Beach gets a June release…

Yes, it’s that time of the week again: time to take a look at what’s been going on in gaming, if only to distract ourselves from whatever happens to be going on elsewhere in the world. Whether it’s Steam reaching new highs or yet more layoffs and reported studio closures (sorry), this week has once again yielded a bumper crop of gaming news. Without further ado, pull up a chair and let’s take a look at what’s been going on in the gaming world this week! Steam hits an all-new player count high Over the weekend of March 1st and…

It’s time to take another look at what’s been happening in the world of gaming this week, so draw up a chair and enjoy our roundup while basking in the increasing sunshine. There’s plenty to go over as usual; whether it’s smaller indie showcases (before the big stuff really starts to kick in come summer) or industry insider news, you won’t want for juicy gossip while we’re recapping this week. Without further ado, let’s get started. Here’s our roundup of what’s been going on in the gaming industry this week! Surgeon Simulator developer Bossa lays off staff Unfortunately, we must…

March marks the true beginning of spring; the days are beginning to get lighter, the weather will grow warmer (albeit slowly!), and the march to summer begins. It’s also one of the most important months for video games on the calendar. Much like Hollywood, the gaming industry tends towards releasing some of its biggest titles in spring. Of course, March 2025 is no different in this regard; there are plenty of games vying for your attention this month, so without further ado, let’s check out the best games March 2025 has to offer. Two Point Museum (PC, PS5, Xbox Series…

Here’s a fun little fact to start your week: do you know where the word “news” comes from? If you answered “surely it’s just a plural form of ‘new’”, then you’re actually much closer than you might think. Essentially, the word developed in the Middle Ages, and it referred to things that were developing; “new things”, or “news”. It’s a rare case of a word evolving in exactly the way you’d think it would. Well, regardless of our little fun etymological diversion, we’ve still got a week in gaming news to look at, so let’s see what’s been happening in…

We’re back once again to take another look at what’s been happening in the gaming world this week, and as always, it’s been a very eventful one indeed. From future plans for now-independent studios through to compensation for the weekend’s rather strange PlayStation Network outage, you’re likely to have been rather entertained indeed if you were paying attention to the gaming news this week. Without further ado, here’s our roundup of the week between February 10th and February 16th when it comes to gaming news! PlayStation’s compensation for its PSN outage is…not great Over the weekend of the 8th and…

Can it really be that time of the week again? That’s right: it’s time for us to step back in time (for we are blessed with such a power) and revisit what’s been happening in the world of gaming news. The gaming world as a whole feels rather like it’s in a bit of a waiting period at the moment; with the Switch 2 on the way and a big presentation from PlayStation potentially expected this week, punches are largely being pulled. That doesn’t mean nothing’s been happening, though, so let’s take a look at the week that was in…

It’s time for another look at the week in gaming news, and while this week hasn’t quite been as eventful as the last (or, indeed, as the one before), there’s still a lot to pore over. Whether it’s unexpected new DLC, creative sabbaticals, or new publishers for existing games, there’s plenty to talk about this week, even if we still don’t have the date for that pesky PlayStation State of Play. With all that in mind, then, let’s get started. Here’s our rundown of what’s been happening this week in the world of gaming news. Ubisoft is reportedly developing new…

Ah, February. The month of love, or at least it is if you’re one of the people who celebrates Valentine’s Day. Otherwise, it’s just the month that heralds the arrival of spring at its conclusion. Either way, there are already plenty of reasons to be optimistic about February, but the game release schedule for the month is looking pretty promising as well. Here are all the games we’re most looking forward to in February 2025! We’re running it down in date order, as usual, so the list isn’t in order of how much we’re looking forward to these games. Kingdom…

Spring and summer fans, be advised: we are exiting what is probably your least favourite month of the year, so there is hope on the horizon! If you’re a winter lover, however, you’re probably a little melancholy about the advancing of the seasons and the approaching diminished chill of February, as well as the days getting longer. Thankfully, we’ve got plenty of gaming news to look at in order to distract you from your sadness (or add to your happiness that spring will soon be here, of course!). Let’s take a look at what’s been happening in the world of…

Real-world news is, as ever, exhaustingly anxiety-inducing to read, but thankfully, the world of gaming news remains relatively stable, although never without surprises. This week saw 2025 hitting its stride, with plenty of eye-catching stories to keep you occupied if you were looking for something to distract you from worrying about what’s going on outside the industry. As always, then, pull up a chair (or whatever the digital equivalent might be) and join us as we run down the week that was in the world of gaming! The Oblivion remake is apparently real and coming in summer For a while…

2025 is now officially in full swing, and while the nights are still long and the days still short, there’s hope on the horizon for those who like their weather just a tad warmer. There’s also plenty going on in the world of gaming, which is beginning to boot back up again after the holidays, so say goodbye to that period of inactivity we bemoaned last time around. Once again, then, let’s get into our very short-range time machine and take a look at what’s been happening in the gaming world this week! Resident Evil 4 is now the fastest-selling…

It’s not just the Christmas week that’s traditionally fairly slow in the world of gaming news; the week immediately following, also rather cutely known as “Twixtmas” by some, is also generally quite a quiet one. As always, though, “quiet” doesn’t necessarily mean “devoid of news”, and so there are still some interesting tidbits to pick over from the week following the revelries. We can’t help but wonder, as we begin a new year, about what the industry will look like after another twelve months has elapsed. For now, though, let’s take a look at what’s been happening this week! Looks…

A new year is very nearly upon us, and as always, a new year brings with it new games. January isn’t traditionally seen as a month when big releases queue up for our attention, but that doesn’t mean you won’t find new games to check out after the Christmas period has officially ended. Indeed, if you’re a fan of old-school and retro gaming, you’ll find plenty to love this January, and if you’ve been waiting for PC releases of big-name console exclusives, you’re in luck too. Here are the best games to check out in January 2025! Donkey Kong Country…

Tis the season, as the old song goes, and we hope that you had a great holiday period and that you’re looking forward to the beginning of a new year. Hopefully, this one will carry some slightly gladder tidings. Of course, the march of gaming news continues, and while this week has naturally been a lot quieter than most, there’s still a fair amount to discuss and remember from the week that’s been. Without further ado, then, let’s talk about the holiday week in gaming news, and thus proceed with our final news roundup of 2024! Another War Thunder leak…

With the Game Awards well and truly over and done with for another year, we can now look forward to Christmas and the New Year, a period during which news generally quiets down. That’s not to say nothing’s happening, of course; we’ve got plenty to highlight as part of our rundown. It just means that big game companies generally won’t have massive announcements to make during this time. Still, that also means no earth-shattering revelations and no nasty surprises, so grab a cup of hot cocoa (or your drink of choice) and join us as we take a look at…

This week saw the airing of the annual Game Awards ceremony, and it was a doozy of a show this year, with plenty of new announcements and surprises to sink our teeth into. Whether it’s revivals of classic Capcom franchises, PC ports of critically-acclaimed PlayStation games, or unexpected followups to top-selling action RPGs you’re after, this year’s Game Awards had plenty for you. Other things have been happening this week, of course, but the Game Awards have dominated the discourse, so without further ado, let’s take a look at what’s been going on in the gaming world! Suicide Squad: Kill…

We’re fast approaching the week of the Game Awards, which is traditionally when many big companies and studios announce what’s next in their pipeline, and that means a lot of studios are likely holding onto their big news for this occasion. As such, the week or so before the Game Awards airs can tend to be a little quieter in the world of news, but as ever, we’ve still got lots of stuff to recap from this past week, so without further ado, let’s once again dive into the week in gaming news! Call of Duty is getting a Squid…

Another week has come to an end, and if you’re a regular reader, you’ll know what that means: it’s once again time to take a look at the events of the past week in the gaming industry. We’re in the midst of what many might consider to be a transitional period for the world of gaming; many companies are undergoing layoffs, games are being cancelled, and studios may be rethinking their relationship to standard AAA development. While a sea change may be underway, there are still plenty of smaller, more granular events to look back on, so let’s recap the…

The countdown to Christmas has well and truly begun, and what better way to celebrate the holiday – whether you celebrate Christmas or a different occasion – than with some great games? Believe it or not, December is often a slightly quieter month for games; although it’s the month in which Christmas falls, companies usually want to drum up a little more interest in their titles ahead of time rather than releasing close to the holiday. That doesn’t mean there aren’t any great games to play in December, though, so without further ado, let’s take a look at all the…

It’s fair to say that mid-to-late November feels very much like the lead-up to The Game Awards, a major ceremony that takes place in December each year. At The Game Awards, not only are the most exceptional games of their respective year recognised and lauded, but new game announcements are made as well, making it one of the most pivotal gaming news events on the calendar. Since we’re currently sitting in the lead-up to The Game Awards, we shouldn’t expect too much incendiary news before early December, but here’s our rundown of what’s been happening this week in the industry…

It’s time once again to step into the time machine we conveniently keep around here to take another look at the gaming news that’s happened in the week that’s just gone by. As we’ve said before, the weeks prior to December’s Game Awards are often fairly quiet, but that doesn’t mean nothing’s happening; it just means some of the big players are staying fairly low-key for now. Still, we’ve got lots to take a look at, so let’s get started. Here are the highlights of the past week in gaming news terms! Dragon’s Dogma 2’s director opens a new studio…

If you’re based in the US, you’ve probably already begun your countdown to Thanksgiving, which falls on the fourth Thursday of November each year. You may or may not also be processing some feelings about this year’s US election, but either way, we welcome you to join us as we take another look at what’s been happening in the world of gaming this week. As ever, there’s plenty to chew on and dissect, so whether you’re trying to avoid the non-gaming news or not, let’s take a look at the biggest news in the gaming industry over the past seven…

With Halloween well and truly behind us, we now look ahead to Christmas, and, more importantly (from the gaming calendar’s perspective, at least), to the Game Awards. Generally speaking, if companies have big announcements to make, those announcements will be made at big events; think Gamescom, the Summer Game Fest shows, and the Game Awards, among others. As such, you might expect things to start slowing down a little now, but that doesn’t mean nothing’s been happening; far from it, in fact. Here’s our latest roundup of the week in gaming news! Bungie shares its first major Marathon update Bungie’s…

Traditionally speaking, we’re in the middle of the period when the biggest games are released, and November 2024 has more than its fair share of major games for you to check out. It’s not just the usual triple-A fare, though; there are lots of smaller indie games for you to take a look at as well, in addition to some rather interesting mid-budget titles that might be worth your time. Here are the best games you can play on any platform in November 2024! Metal Slug Tactics (PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch – November 5th) The first strategy RPG in…

Halloween is just a few exciting days away, and after that, the long march to Christmas begins, so there’s plenty to look forward to in the regular calendar. What about the world of gaming news, though? Well, this week has been a relatively quiet one; there haven’t been too many earth-shattering revelations in the gaming world, but that doesn’t mean there hasn’t been any news at all. Let’s take a look back at the week in gaming news and see what’s been going on with some of the biggest (and smaller) companies in the industry. Spider-Man 2 isn’t getting any…