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It’s finally time to say goodbye to the many gaming presentations and showcases of summer and look ahead to autumn and winter, when the biggest releases traditionally land. This period of the gaming calendar can sometimes feel a little like a sort of “no man’s land” when nothing major is occurring, but thankfully, we’ve had plenty to keep us diverted and distracted this week. Let’s take a look at what’s been happening over the last seven days or so when it comes to gaming news! Several Rocksteady staff have apparently been laid off The layoffs that have swept the gaming…

As kids and parents alike eye a return to school (or their first day!), it’s time for us to take another look at the world of gaming news, and this week’s been an eventful one indeed. Nintendo held two back-to-back presentations, reports appeared alleging various very interesting things, and the gaming world was generally alight with goings-on. Without further ado, then, let us take a trip back in time (albeit a very recent trip) and see what’s been happening in the gaming news world at the advent of September 2024! Crash Bandicoot 5 was reportedly cancelled for live-service games Our…

As the Gamescom dust settles and the gaming world returns to normal (until the major AAA releases of the autumn, anyway), September is often a month to reflect and catch up on the backlog. That’s certainly not the case for this year, though, because there’s an absolute landslide of great games heading your way in September 2024. You’ll be spoilt for choice if you’re looking for something to play! Without further ado, let’s take a look at some of the best games coming in September 2024 across all of the major current platforms. The Casting of Frank Stone (PC, PlayStation…

Just like clockwork, we’re back with another rundown of what’s been happening in the world of gaming news this week, and thanks to Gamescom’s opening night, it’s a packed one indeed. While some have called the Gamescom show lacklustre or low on major announcements, it did have several new games to show off, and we’ll run down some of our highlights later on. Even if Gamescom wasn’t your thing, though, there’s still plenty to pore over this week as usual, so without further ado, let’s look at what’s been going on in the gaming news world! Final Fantasy XVI finally…

If you love summer, it might be difficult to countenance the idea that someone else might hate it, but unfortunately, there are many of us who can’t stand the hot weather and long days. You might be one of them, of course, and if you are, then you can take solace in the fact that the nights are beginning to get darker, however slowly. Summer doesn’t last forever, whatever Bryan Adams might think. There’s also plenty of gaming news to keep you distracted, so here’s what’s been happening this week in the world of gaming. A screenshot from BioShock 4…

If you’re an England supporter, you’re probably languishing in dismay after yesterday’s Euro final result, but take heart: there’s plenty of gaming news from the last week to pore over. With new game announcements, industry developments, and more on the cards, you should have plenty to keep you distracted from what may or may not be Gareth Southgate’s inevitable future. Here’s a look at what’s been happening in the world of gaming news this week. Zenless Zone Zero is a very popular game HoYoverse’s latest, Zenless Zone Zero, crossed a major download milestone earlier this week, with downloads hitting 50…

If you’re in the UK, you might be disappointed by the prevalence of milder and less warm weather throughout the country over the past few weeks, but thankfully, there’s been plenty of gaming industry news to distract you. Obviously, this past week has been no different in this regard, with lots of news to chew on and digest, including the announcement of a new game in a beloved franchise, more layoffs (sadly), and lots besides. Here’s what’s been happening over the course of the week in gaming news. A new Resident Evil game is in development This week, Capcom held…

July may not be the most significant month for gaming releases, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still plenty of great games to look forward to, no matter what system you’re playing on. Generally speaking, summer represents a bit of a break from the major triple-A releases that tend to congregate around spring and autumn, making this the perfect chance to either catch up on your backlog or check out some of the smaller and more interesting releases coming this month. Here are the best games coming your way in July 2024! Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail (PC, PlayStation, Xbox Series…

It’s time to step into the past (but only the recent past, don’t worry) and take a look at what’s been happening in the gaming world this week again. Political news from around the world might be agonising and difficult to bear, but we’ve got plenty of gaming industry news to keep you distracted, so why not take a few moments out to reminisce? Here’s what’s been going on in the gaming world this week. We’re not going to be addressing the Elden Ring difficulty conversation, so don’t worry about that! GAME isn’t stopping physical sales A report emerged earlier…

One more week has gone by in the gaming world, and we’ve been diligently watching the gaming industry’s goings-on, ready to summarise them for you here as usual. This week held all kinds of gaming news for the enthusiast, although as usual, not all of it was good. Studios closed down, new games were revealed, and, of course, Elden Ring’s DLC threatened to take over the industry. Once again, dear friends, let us take a look at what’s been happening in the world of gaming news for the past week or so. Lords of the Fallen is definitely getting a…

The season for exciting summer gaming shows came to a close this week, with the final show (not counting a couple of extra stragglers, as it were) airing on June 10th in the form of Ubisoft Forward. Generally speaking, gaming news tends to slow down around this time, as most publishers and big gaming companies have already revealed whatever they’re ready to reveal on their slates. That doesn’t mean nothing is happening, though, so without further ado, let’s take a look at what’s been going on this week in the world of gaming news. Ubisoft Forward is solid, but unremarkable…

Early June is a very important time indeed for the gaming calendar; it’s when the big companies host their presentations, showing off all the things they’ve got on their upcoming slates. Depending on your perspective, this summer gaming season was either a slam dunk or a washout. The big publishers did indeed hold showcases, but whether or not they held anything particularly exciting is another matter. Let’s embark on another look at the week in gaming news and see what’s been happening in our favourite hobby this week! Like a Dragon is coming to TV We’re not sure whether you…

This past week saw a Bank Holiday landing on Monday, which means the industry (in the UK, at least) collectively breathed a sigh of relief and took a brief break from its onslaught of news. Things quickly returned to normal, however, and it turned out that another eventful week of industry news was in store for us, with big Xbox Game Pass reveals, PlayStation showcases, and much more in store. Here’s our newest rundown of the week in gaming news! Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will hit Xbox Game Pass on day one Microsoft announced some big news this…

Summer is upon us (according to some definitions, at least), and so the temptation to leave your gaming consoles behind and go outside might be strong. When it comes to the gaming calendar, June is traditionally not a month during which big releases grace our shelves, and that’s certainly the case this year, too. Even still, you’ll find plenty of electronic entertainment to keep you occupied this June if you’re not the sort to seek the sun and warmth of the outdoors. Here are the best games heading your way across all systems in June 2024! Destiny 2: The Final…

Once again, another week in gaming has gone by, and there’s plenty happening to whet the appetite of even the most curious consumer of news. Some games got release dates, while others got pushed back indefinitely; such is the way of the gaming industry. Nothing’s ever certain, especially not these days. Unfortunately, this week also saw its fair share of layoffs and studio closures, although things do seem to be quieting down just a little after the disastrous year the industry has had. Here’s what’s been happening in the gaming world this week! Life By You has been delayed Early…

As ever, this week has been a tumultuous and eventful one in the world of gaming, and so it falls to us once again to take a look at the ups, the downs, and everything in between. Whether it’s rumours of an oft-requested PC port, new Game Pass games, or yet more layoffs (unfortunately), this week brings many things to contemplate and chew over if you’re a gaming fanatic. Let’s take a look at what’s been happening this week in gaming news! Red Dead Redemption could finally be heading to PC For years, it’s felt weird that Rockstar’s open-world Western…

We’re inching ever closer to the E3 period (or what would traditionally have been considered the E3 period, at any rate), and while you might think that could mean a lack of gaming news, that’s not been the case at all. This week has been a rather explosive one in the world of games, with major studio closures and big announcements from huge tentpole companies to chew over. Let’s have a look at what’s been happening in the world of gaming this week, shall we? An announcement for the Switch 2 will be made sometime this year This week, Nintendo…

It’s been another exciting week in the world of gaming, with major multiplayer games causing controversy, indie strategy sims taking off, and much more happening besides. Since the gaming industry still appears to be grappling with layoffs and closures, this week unfortunately also brought some bad news for the good people working on Kerbal Space Program 2. Without further ado, let’s dive into what’s been happening in the world of gaming this week. Returnal promises something…then arguably doesn’t deliver Returnal developer Housemarque set tongues wagging this week with a mysterious teaser on Twitter (that’s right, we’re still sticking stubbornly to…

Whether you believe that spring truly begins at the start of March or towards its end, one thing’s for certain: spring is well and truly underway when April rolls around. Traditionally speaking, spring can be either an excellent time for game releases or a wasteland, depending on developers’ plans. April usually isn’t the fullest month for new games, but 2024 still has plenty to offer the discerning gamer. Without further ado, let’s take a look at the best games heading your way in April 2024 across PC and all major mainstream consoles. Children of the Sun (April 9th – PC)…

As ever, there’s plenty happening in the world of gaming. While the industry continues to grapple with layoffs and studios being closed, there are lots of positive things on the horizon too, so let’s take a look at another week in gaming news! Street Fighter 6 gets a brand new DLC character This week, a brand new DLC character was announced for Capcom’s popular one-on-one fighter Street Fighter 6, and it’s an iconic character from the franchise’s history. A new trailer released just a few days ago heralded the arrival of everyone’s favourite gloomy warrior Akuma, who will make his…

With every week that goes by, things are looking more and more bleak for the gaming industry. Despite many major games making huge amounts of money for their respective publishers, layoffs are endemic, and it’s looking increasingly like the current AAA landscape simply can’t be sustained. This week brought some slight respite from the relentless barrage of bad news we’ve been enduring in the last couple of weeks, so although the ongoing cavalcade of layoffs is unlikely to be over, we can at least breathe easy for now. Here’s what’s been going on this week in the world of gaming.…

Spring is fast approaching, and what better way to celebrate it than to enjoy some of the most exciting games the year has to offer? While January and February played host to excellent titles such as Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth and Persona 3 Reload, 2024 is just getting started, as March’s upcoming lineup demonstrates. No matter what platform you’re playing on, there are plenty of games to look forward to as spring kicks off, so without further ado, let’s take a look at the best games you can check out in March 2024. Life by You (PC – March…

Ever since Microsoft released the first Xbox back in 2001 (with a release in non-USA regions in 2002), the console war has largely been fought between Microsoft and Sony, with Nintendo occasionally providing covering fire, to stretch the analogy. This generation has arguably seen Microsoft attempting to pivot away from the ongoing battle between the two console giants, though, with the studio increasingly embracing a more fluid approach that doesn’t emphasise hardware. On February 15th, Microsoft released a new podcast episode in which execs Phil Spencer, Matt Booty, and Sarah Bond discussed the future of the Xbox brand and its…

This year will see the release of Alien: Romulus, directed by Fede Alvarez and released by 20th Century Studios—a ‘requel’ which will take place between the 1979 original and its 1986 sequel. Shortly after, there will also be a television series on FX that will greatly expand the universe 30 years before the events of the Nostromo. It appears that the Alien franchise is gaining new legs. In light of this, now is the time to take another look at Alien: Isolation by Feral Interactive, released in 2014 for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, and Android. During its initial…

Indiana Jones has been part of the video game medium for decades. There have been many incarnations of the famous archeologist in video game form. Everything from ‘point and click’ adventures, to ‘top/down’ escapades. When MachineGames announced they were working on a new Indiana Jones game a few years ago, gamers didn’t know what to make of it. MachineGames are known for first-person shooters, and putting Indy into that mold seemed rather alien. Well, it turns out that this indeed seems to be the case. Indiana Jones and The Great Circle will be a first-person title, with some third-person moments…

Ever since Resident Evil has been cranking out remakes of their most popular installments, gamers wonder what could be next within this genre. We got a Dead Space remake recently, which was a nice surprise, but what about other popular IPs? Of course, one of the most popular survival-horror titles in the industry, Silent Hill, has been pretty quiet this generation. Rumors have been circulating about a revival of fan-favorite Silent Hill 2 for a few years now. Well, it turns out that not only is the development of this title confirmed, but it is also slated to drop later…

When Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed was released back in 2022, it had some rather thin content to offer. Despite the rich lore that the Ghostbusters IP has available to mine, there were only a few maps and a “story mode” available. The latter served as a tutorial, to a certain degree. Now, the developers over at IllFonic have not only added more; maps, customizations, and ghost classes, but also an extension of the story. Which, by the way, is free DLC for everyone to enjoy. This was a welcomed surprise for players, especially since this story extension was dropping during the…

The year 2019 was oozing with popular AAA titles for PC and consoles alike. Sometimes, when there is such a busy season for launches, certain games get buried underneath all the announcements. A Plague Tale: Innocence was one of those titles. Developed by Asobo Studio, this game hit everyone by surprise. Taking place in a fictionalized version of 14th century France, players take control of Amicia de Rune as she goes on an epic quest to find a cure for her 5-year-old brother, Hugo, from a mysterious illness. Garnering favorable reviews, A Plague Tale: Innocence somehow managed to slip under…

With modern gaming, having online features is essential to be fully immersed in what titles have to offer. Naturally, online gaming has been a staple with; PC, Xbox, and PlayStation IPs for almost two decades. Now, Nintendo has finally joined the online arena. Originally launched on September 18, 2018, Nintendo is a little late to this party. However, the Nintendo online subscription service offers a myriad of; classic titles, special offers, discounts, and of course, access to online multiplayer. Playing online offers a whole new way to enjoy your titles in this generation of video games. Unfortunately, players that need…

Good old Spidey has undoubtedly had one heck of a gaming career, and with Spider-Man 2’s most recent release, we have plenty of Spider-Man games to choose from. Today, we will look at the top 10 Spider-Man games so far! Please note that this is our list, and if yours is different, we would love to read about it in the comments section. 11. Spider-Man: Friend or Foe Xbox 360 No doubt some surprised looks at Spider-Man: Friend or Foe making the list, but hear us out! We are specifically talking about the Xbox 360 version as the extra bit…

It’s finally happened. After many years of speculation, rumours, and leaks, Rockstar has officially unveiled the next chapter in the Grand Theft Auto series, Grand Theft Auto 6. A new trailer was released for the game on December 5th, several hours early, after being leaked ahead of its intended release window. That trailer may not have given too much away about what you’ll actually see when you fire up Grand Theft Auto 6 for the first time, but it did contain tons of new information about Rockstar’s upcoming crime opus. Here’s everything we know about Grand Theft Auto 6 from…