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If you’re in the UK, then congratulations on having survived the summer’s first mini-heatwave! We’re sure there will be many more to come before September rolls around. As usual, though, we’re not here to talk about the weather. No, we’re here to recap what’s been happening in the gaming world over the past seven days, and that’s exactly what we intend to do. Here, as has become customary on a Monday morning, is our roundup of the most significant stories in gaming news over the last week! Stellar Blade hits a million PC sales in three days If you were…

Summer gaming season is officially over (at least until Gamescom lands in August), so we can all breathe a little bit easier, safe in the knowledge we’re not going to miss any seismically important announcements. Of course, that doesn’t mean there hasn’t been any news at all; as usual, the world of gaming has been active this week, and plenty has happened to give you pause for thought. As ever, then, why not pull up a chair and join us as we take a look at the week in gaming news? Paralives is coming to Early Access in December If,…

It’s summer show season in the gaming world, and so you can expect a slew of new announcements and updates on existing games this week. Regardless of the year, it’s never difficult to find someone who says shows from the likes of Xbox, PlayStation, and Devolver Digital were disappointing, but we think there’s plenty to chew on this year, at the very least. It’s not all about the shows, either. Let’s take a look at what’s been happening in the gaming world this week, both within Summer Game Fest and without! A new single-player Dungeons & Dragons game is coming…

For some, this week marks the official beginning of summer; if you subscribe to the meteorological definition of the seasons, then June 1st is the start of what many consider to be their favourite season. We know, we know, we’re partial to starting off with a discussion of the weather, but what better way to segue into discussing something primarily done indoors, away from all that pesky sunshine and warmth? Pull up a chair and let’s once again talk about what’s been going on in the world of gaming this week! Cities: Skylines II’s first big expansion has been delayed…

One very big gaming release looms over the month of June this year. That’s right: we are, of course, talking about the Gex Trilogy re-release, which lands in the middle of the month. Apparently, Nintendo is also planning to release a new console in June, and there are some who are claiming this is the biggest release of the period. We’re still rooting for Gex, but that’s just us. At any rate, let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most exciting releases heading your way this month! Nintendo Switch 2 – June 5th It’s worth kicking off…

Summer is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate its arrival than to spend some time looking at what’s been happening in the world of gaming this week?Alright, alright, so that’s what we were planning to do anyway, but hey, any excuse is as good as any other, right? If you’ve been curious about the gaming world over the past seven days, we’ve got you covered. Draw up a chair, make a cup of something hot (or a glass of something cold if you’re that way inclined) and let’s take a look at the week in gaming…

It’s time once again for us to take a look at the week that’s just gone by in the gaming world, and we’re smack bang in the middle of financials season, so expect plenty of numbers. That’s not to say other things aren’t going on, of course; just that many studios are choosing now to report what their 2024 fiscal year looked like. Without further ado, then, let’s do what we always do and get started with our recap. Here’s what’s been going on in the world of gaming this week! Sega’s profits aren’t looking so hot We’ll kick off…

It’s time once again to cast our eyes over the seven days that have just gone by and bring you the highlights when it comes to gaming news. There’s plenty to pore over this week, including a new GTA 6 trailer, Nintendo getting lawsuit-happy again, and the appearance of a beloved Xbox franchise on PlayStation, among other things. Without further ado, then, let’s do what we always do: make ourselves a hot drink, pull up a chair (for you, of course!), and take a look at what’s been happening in the world of gaming this week. Nintendo sues an accessory…

If the relentless anxiety of the real-world news cycle is getting you down, then why not grab a chair and join us for another rundown of what’s been happening in the gaming world this week? Of course, some of the news out of the industry hasn’t exactly been positive this week either, so it might not be the most relaxing way to spend some time, but it’s not all doom and gloom! Without further ado, let’s once again take a look at what’s been going on in the world of gaming over the past week. Elden Ring has sold 30…

It’s time once again to take a look at the best games heading your way in the coming weeks, and while May is looking a little quieter than the past few months, it’s fair for the industry to take a break after the year it’s had so far. “Quieter” doesn’t mean “empty”, however, and if you’re looking for new games to play this month, you’ve still got plenty of options. Here are the best games coming across PC and consoles in May 2025! Metal Eden (PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series – May 6th) May is a good month to be…

As forecasters predict a mini-heatwave will sweep the nation this week and drive temperatures up, it’s time to find an excuse to stay indoors, and we’re happy to provide one with our weekly news roundup. The gaming world waits with bated breath for the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 – or, indeed, for further news of the console – but until then, there’s plenty of other stuff to keep yourself busy with. Let’s take a look at what’s been happening in the world of gaming news this week! OutRun could be getting a movie If a new report is…

Spring continues, and so does the gaming industry, so as usual, there’s plenty to discuss and pore over this week when it comes to gaming news. Whether it’s new Star Wars game announcements, more information about the Oblivion remake that everyone has admitted exists except for Bethesda, or new Switch 2 details, the industry hasn’t been quiet this week. As always, then, grab something warm and comforting and let’s take a look at the week that was. Here’s what’s been happening in the world of gaming this week! The PS5’s price has gone up again This week, Sony raised the…

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…