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Dune: Awakening’s online population is collapsing rapidly, with active player numbers continuing to fall. Funcom’s new release has been met with heavy criticism and troubling metrics that put its future in doubt. Not long ago the project was considered a frontrunner for success, but it now falls behind even Conan Exiles, which launched years earlier....
It’s been several months since the Switch 2 launched, and the console has already exceeded 10 million units sold. However, owners should not expect a steady stream of new Nintendo exclusives just yet. At the latest investor meeting, company president Shuntaro Furukawa confirmed that developing games for the new hardware has proven more demanding than...
It looks like Dispatch won’t remain a standalone project. AdHoc Studio’s debut proved so successful that the team is already thinking about a second season. Dispatch recalled the episodic adventures of Telltale Games to many players, yet it was developed by former employees of that studio. After Telltale’s closure they formed their own studio and...
It appears Konami may be expanding the platforms for Silent Hill f. The title launched on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, but recent updates to the publisher’s official website hint at a possible release for previous-generation consoles. Several months have passed since Silent Hill f’s debut, and the reboot has clearly paid off....
The in-game economy is a cornerstone of any MMORPG, and disruptions can trigger widespread turmoil. That reality was starkly illustrated in Throne and Liberty when a support staff error escalated into a major crisis. As with most MMOs, the game features guilds, raids, and an auction house — the latter became the focal point of...
Since its launch, ARC Raiders from Embark Studios has rapidly grown in popularity. The title surpassed Battlefield 6 in Steam concurrent players, peaking at 463,000, and total simultaneous players across all platforms exceeded 700,000. “The many ways players are engaging with ARC Raiders have astonished us and far exceeded our expectations. You surprise us, play...
Hungarian gamer Sabolch Cepe, who goes by the handle Grasshopper, has set a Guinness World Record for the longest gaming marathon. He spent 144 hours — six consecutive days — playing Dance Dance Revolution. He says the idea came after he learned about American Carrie Swidecki’s 2015 record of 138 hours in Just Dance. “I...
NVIDIA has started manufacturing its next-generation graphics processors under the codename Rubin. These chips are intended to power future AI systems and are anticipated to arrive on the market in 2026. Rubin was first revealed at GTC 2025 in Washington. There, CEO Jensen Huang introduced the Vera Rubin Superchip — a configuration that pairs two...
An Evening of Storytelling with Mark Hoppus — Solo Shows in Australia, 2026 Mark Hoppus attends the GQ Men Of The Year Celebration on Nov. 18, 2021 in West Hollywood, Calif. — Phillip Faraone/FilmMagic Mark Hoppus will bring a new, intimate live experience to Australian audiences in 2026: An Evening of Storytelling with Mark Hoppus....
A variety of 2D arcade titles, platformers, and puzzle games are set to launch. Standout releases include Winter Burrow and Rue Valley. This week the Nintendo eShop welcomes 48 new games. Among the highlights are Winter Burrow and Rue Valley. All Hands on Deck — November 11 (NS) Flying Aces: Legend of the Red Baron...
