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Players can now try the ROG Xbox Ally X and assess the capabilities of Microsoft’s handheld platform. The videos demonstrate PlayStation titles running on the device, including The Last of Us, God of War, and more. The device runs Windows and supports Xbox apps as well as PC versions of games, including Sony’s library. Practically,...
Echoing, bells and engine grumble,Across the fen and tangled glen we rumble.Mist slides low and lanterns sway,Enchantment wakes as dusk devours day. Through the marsh where will-o’-wisps play,Haul your cargo on a spectral way.Past the knotted roots and leaning trees,Along the course of autumn’s keening breeze. Brackenhelm gleams beneath the moon’s pale face,Winding lanes that...
Microsoft has added Pax Dei, developed by Mainframe Industries, to Xbox Game Pass. Starting today, subscribers can dive into a new MMO sandbox where medieval legends awaken, magic is tangible, and spirits wander the realm. Players build houses, craft narratives and fight for reputation; they explore vast territories, create gear, trade, and collaboratively develop settlements....
The puzzle series Lumines returns thanks to Enhance and Monstars with Lumines Arise. The title merges the classic falling-block gameplay with vivid, psychedelic visuals — but there’s more to discover beyond the aesthetics. In a recent video, the developers showcased the new “Burst” mechanic — it temporarily freezes cleared areas to let you rack up...
Following its May PC launch, Gaming Factory’s JDM: Japanese Drift Master is set to arrive on Xbox Series X/S on November 21, 2025. A PlayStation 5 edition is planned for release in the first quarter of 2026. The game unfolds in Guntame, a region inspired by the island of Honshu. The narrative follows Thomas, who...
During the Steam demo festival you can discover many intriguing titles, but Half Sword — a playful shooter centered on knightly duels — has captured the most attention. According to official Valve statistics, the Half Sword demo is currently the platform’s most popular, overtaking the new Heroes of Might and Magic entry and Everwind. What...
Fans of the Warhammer 40,000 universe have cause to celebrate yet again: author Guy Haley and Black Library are set to publish a new novel titled “Archmagos,” which follows the exploits of Belisarius Cawl — one of the most senior figures within the Adeptus Mechanicus. ([warhammer-community.com](https://www.warhammer-community.com/en-gb/articles/qbrdkglz/belisarius-cawl-attempts-to-bridge-the-great-rift-in-a-new-black-library-book/?utm_source=openai)) Belisarius Cawl is a prominent and much-discussed character in...
At IGN Fan Fest, Obsidian unveiled fresh gameplay footage for The Outer Worlds 2. The trailer mixes combat snippets showcasing new weapons with retro, Fallout-inspired music. Standout gear includes a corrosive sprayer—perfect for dissolving bodies—and a wrist-mounted grenade launcher that fires pyrotechnic rounds. There’s also a two-handed melee weapon that looks like a giant pizza...
Two U.S. senators, Richard Blumenthal and Elizabeth Warren, have raised concerns about a potential acquisition of Electronic Arts by a group of investors that includes Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund. In letters addressed to the U.S. Treasury Secretary and EA CEO Andrew Wilson, they warn the $55 billion deal could pose national security risks. Under...
The Xbox Game Pass catalog is soon to grow with several high-profile additions. After Ninja Gaiden 4 and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, the service will welcome another distinctive title — the sci‑fi drama 1000xRESIST. The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions are scheduled for release on November 4, 2025, and Game Pass...
