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Discussions regarding the perceived disappearance of the male version of V from Cyberpunk 2077’s promotional materials tend to resurface with almost every new CD Projekt RED campaign. This debate regained significant traction following the release of the studio’s fifth-anniversary tribute video. During the game’s initial launch phase, male V served as the primary face of...
Image: Lionsgate/Everett Collection A sequel to Greenland was never part of Ric Roman Waugh’s original vision. “A follow-up wasn’t even on our radar,” the filmmaker behind the 2020 disaster hit and its upcoming 2026 successor, Greenland 2: Migration, explains. “It simply wasn’t meant to happen.” The challenge was significant: how do you draft a narrative...
At CES 2026, AMD unveiled a diverse lineup of 11 new products, yet only two were dedicated to the gaming sector. The bulk of the announcements centered on artificial intelligence and high-performance server architecture. The company showcased its Helios AI server rack along with the new Ryzen AI 400 and Ryzen AI Max processors, specifically...
The gaming industry is set to kick off its 2026 season with the New Game+ Showcase on January 9. This collaborative event is spearheaded by six independent studios and distinguishes itself by operating entirely without paid advertising. The primary mission of the showcase is to offer a platform where titles—ranging from experimental indies to high-budget...
Tarou, a 12-year-old streaming sensation from Japan, has decided to forgo middle school following his elementary graduation to commit himself entirely to professional gaming. This unconventional path was chosen in coordination with both his parents and school administrators. To maintain his well-being, Tarou will adhere to a personalized schedule that balances rigorous training with sleep,...
Despite its 2018 debut, Detroit: Become Human is experiencing a massive resurgence in popularity on Steam. According to data from Alinea Analytics, the title moved approximately 993,000 units between December 21, 2025, and January 5, 2026—reaching nearly a million sales in just a fortnight. This surge propelled the project to the second-highest sales position on...
Renowned voice actor Troy Baker recently shared his perspective on the transformative role of artificial intelligence within the gaming landscape. In a conversation with The Game Business, Baker suggested that AI should not be “disparaged, belittled, or demonized,” but rather integrated into the creative process. He emphasized that the ultimate agency remains in the hands...
Emptyvessel is currently in the advanced stages of developing Defect. The studio’s roster is packed with industry veterans whose pedigrees include work on legendary franchises such as Doom, Borderlands, and The Last of Us. Initial gameplay footage showcases a gritty, dystopian cyberpunk environment where players must engage in high-stakes combat against both human rivals and...
Initially unveiled at E3 2008, with its last major appearance dating back to 2017, the title has long been considered the poster child for “development hell.” However, fresh indicators from early 2026 suggest that active production at Ubisoft Montpellier is far from over. This persistence is underscored by a wave of job listings posted in...
The show’s creators have confirmed that the narrative’s conclusion was heavily influenced by Larian Studios’ Baldur’s Gate 3—an experience Matt Duffer was deeply immersed in throughout the writing process. In a recent conversation with Variety, the Duffer brothers revealed that they drew inspiration from Baldur’s Gate 3 when shaping the show’s core themes. According to...
