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Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Isn’t A Horror Game, But It Definitely Has Its Horror Moments
Capcom’s legendary samurai franchise, Onimusha, boasts a legacy spanning over two decades. Following the triumphant debut of Onimusha: Warlords in 2001, the studio rapidly expanded the series with three additional mainline entries. However, after the fourth installment launched in 2006, the franchise slipped into a prolonged 20-year hiatus. That silence is finally breaking with the...
Amazon’s Masters of the Universe Becomes Prime Video Hit Following Box Office Failure
A disappointing box-office run or subpar reviews does not mean a movie is finished. Streaming platforms have become an increasingly reliable place for films to find the audience they missed the first time around. Liam Neeson’s 2024 crime thriller In the Land of Saints and Sinners, for example, recently surged into Netflix’s top 10 two...
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Update 2.0 — Back to the Zone
The Zone is Evolving The highly anticipated Free Update 2.0, titled “Back to the Zone,” launches on August 20. This major patch introduces a transitioned engine version, enhanced artificial intelligence routines, reliable binoculars, an expanded arsenal, atmospheric fog conditions, comprehensive in-game statistics, bespoke difficulty configurations, and a wealth of additional improvements. Watch the official release...
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl — Release Time Map
The Zone awaits your return. The release of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope is right around the corner on August 20. Consult the regional map below to pinpoint the exact launch time in your area. When it drops, this major expansion will be included automatically for owners of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Ultimate...
ATS Road Trip: Atlas Feature Trailer
Following last week’s initial reveal of the innovative Atlas gameplay mechanic arriving alongside the American Truck Simulator Road Trip update, we are thrilled to present an official, dedicated video trailer highlighting this feature! Tailored specifically for wanderlust and discovery, this upcoming system encourages drivers to track down, visit, and uncover fascinating landmarks scattered across the...
It Takes Two Developer Working on Co-Op Game Orbitals for Switch 2
Tokyo-based studio Shapefarm will release its cooperative puzzle game Orbitals for Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3, 2026. Nintendo showcased the cooperative project Orbitals in a new episode of Creator’s Voice, which details the game’s creation. Tokyo-based studio Shapefarm is developing Orbitals. The team includes Jakob Lundgren, who previously worked at Hazelight Studios on A...
Focusing on the Little Things
Hello everyone, it’s wonderful to connect with you all again. I truly hope you’ve had a fantastic week. First off, I need to share a bit of bittersweet news. The upcoming August patch has been pushed back slightly and is now scheduled for an early September release. I sincerely apologize for the delay and any...
Sony Announces Release Date for Pokémon Competitor Aniimo Before GTA VI
The free-to-play game Aniimo, which is called a potential competitor to Pokémon, will launch on September 16, 2026. Aniimo is a free-to-play game with a focus on story and co-op that will be released on PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, and smartphones. Sony is actively promoting the project and offering pre-orders for Aniimo on the...
Analyst Reports Weak Sales for Halo: Campaign Evolved
According to analyst Rhys Elliott, the Halo: Campaign Evolved remake sold 1.2 million copies and generated about $67 million in revenue during its first month. The remake of the first installment in the Halo space saga, Halo: Campaign Evolved, sold 1.2 million copies in the month following its release, based on estimates from analyst Rhys...
SCS Software showcases new Atlas POI mechanic in American Truck Simulator gameplay
Players will be able to earn rewards for exploring locations. The developers of the truck driving simulator American Truck Simulator have published a new development diary for the Road Trip mode. Players will be able to set out to explore the game world using regular cars. SCS Software previously detailed the new Atlas system, which...
GTA 6 Analyst on Pre-Orders: Anomalous Demand for Ultimate Edition, Pricing, and Sales Tracker
Sensor Tower analyst Karl Kontus has unveiled his independent projections regarding GTA 6 pre-order metrics. While these figures remain unofficial, they provide a remarkably plausible snapshot of current consumer demand. Table of Contents Unprecedented Demand for the Ultimate Edition The Pricing Strategy Live Sales Tracker Unprecedented Demand for the Ultimate Edition Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick...
BATTLEFIELD 6 UPDATE 1.4.2.0
On Tuesday, August 18, Game Update 1.4.2.0 officially launches for Battlefield 6 and REDSEC. This massive content drop introduces the highly anticipated Top Gun crossover event, the triumphant return of Wake Island, a heavily expanded Tsuru Reef playspace, two state-of-the-art fighter jets, the long-range Interdictor sniper rifle, the Crashed Carrier point of interest in Fort...
‘The Greatest Showman’ Musical Sets London’s West End Premiere for 2027
Samantha Barks and Oliver Tompsett photographed during the Disney Entertainment Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event on August 14, 2026, in Anaheim, California. Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images for Disney Trending on Billboard The Greatest Showman is officially making its way to London’s prestigious West End stage. On Friday, August 14, the Disney Theatrical Group...
The Video Games And More You Should Play This Weekend – August 14, 2026
This weekend’s curated selections lean heavily into nostalgic, retro-inspired experiences. Titles like Agent 64 and Wild Blue Skies serve as deliberate love letters to classic Nintendo 64 shooters and aerial combat adventures, respectively. Meanwhile, Duskfade channels the vibrant, whimsical energy of early Kingdom Hearts titles, offering a charming spin on the action-platformer genre. We are...
Why Kingdom Hearts Deserves an Anime Adaptation After 25 Years
During a viewing of the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Halloween special “Mickey’s Treat” with my young daughter, a familiar visual stopped me in my tracks. While Mickey and Minnie donned classic magician and witch attire and Donald played the cowboy, Goofy arrived clad as “Sir Goofy”—wielding a metal garbage can lid as a makeshift buckler. For...
Steam Officially Welcomes a Flawless New Hit Game for Dog Lovers
Shortly after we brought him home, my dog Casper bolted out the front door, sparking a frantic chase. My outstretched hand missed him by a fraction of a second as he darted into the wide world, slamming instead into our screen door and leaving a faint scar between my index and middle fingers. I was...
Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Isn’t A Horror Game, But It Definitely Has Its Horror Moments
Capcom’s legendary samurai franchise, Onimusha, boasts a legacy spanning over two decades. Following the triumphant debut of Onimusha: Warlords in 2001, the studio rapidly expanded the series with three additional mainline entries. However, after the fourth installment launched in 2006, the franchise slipped into a prolonged 20-year hiatus. That silence is finally breaking with the...
Amazon’s Masters of the Universe Becomes Prime Video Hit Following Box Office Failure
A disappointing box-office run or subpar reviews does not mean a movie is finished. Streaming platforms have become an increasingly reliable place for films to find the audience they missed the first time around. Liam Neeson’s 2024 crime thriller In the Land of Saints and Sinners, for example, recently surged into Netflix’s top 10 two...
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Update 2.0 — Back to the Zone
The Zone is Evolving The highly anticipated Free Update 2.0, titled “Back to the Zone,” launches on August 20. This major patch introduces a transitioned engine version, enhanced artificial intelligence routines, reliable binoculars, an expanded arsenal, atmospheric fog conditions, comprehensive in-game statistics, bespoke difficulty configurations, and a wealth of additional improvements. Watch the official release...
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl — Release Time Map
The Zone awaits your return. The release of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope is right around the corner on August 20. Consult the regional map below to pinpoint the exact launch time in your area. When it drops, this major expansion will be included automatically for owners of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Ultimate...
ATS Road Trip: Atlas Feature Trailer
Following last week’s initial reveal of the innovative Atlas gameplay mechanic arriving alongside the American Truck Simulator Road Trip update, we are thrilled to present an official, dedicated video trailer highlighting this feature! Tailored specifically for wanderlust and discovery, this upcoming system encourages drivers to track down, visit, and uncover fascinating landmarks scattered across the...
It Takes Two Developer Working on Co-Op Game Orbitals for Switch 2
Tokyo-based studio Shapefarm will release its cooperative puzzle game Orbitals for Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3, 2026. Nintendo showcased the cooperative project Orbitals in a new episode of Creator’s Voice, which details the game’s creation. Tokyo-based studio Shapefarm is developing Orbitals. The team includes Jakob Lundgren, who previously worked at Hazelight Studios on A...
Focusing on the Little Things
Hello everyone, it’s wonderful to connect with you all again. I truly hope you’ve had a fantastic week. First off, I need to share a bit of bittersweet news. The upcoming August patch has been pushed back slightly and is now scheduled for an early September release. I sincerely apologize for the delay and any...
Sony Announces Release Date for Pokémon Competitor Aniimo Before GTA VI
The free-to-play game Aniimo, which is called a potential competitor to Pokémon, will launch on September 16, 2026. Aniimo is a free-to-play game with a focus on story and co-op that will be released on PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, and smartphones. Sony is actively promoting the project and offering pre-orders for Aniimo on the...
Analyst Reports Weak Sales for Halo: Campaign Evolved
According to analyst Rhys Elliott, the Halo: Campaign Evolved remake sold 1.2 million copies and generated about $67 million in revenue during its first month. The remake of the first installment in the Halo space saga, Halo: Campaign Evolved, sold 1.2 million copies in the month following its release, based on estimates from analyst Rhys...