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A preview build of the first major post-release patch for Hades 2 has appeared on Steam. The update centers on the ending, which has been a point of contention within the community. It’s been a month since Supergiant Games released their first-ever sequel, and the studio has rolled out a substantial update (following a minor...

Over the past year, Xbox playtime in Japan has risen by 20%, Microsoft chief Phil Spencer reported. The increase was observed across consoles, PC and cloud gaming. Spencer stressed that the platform’s development is being balanced, while PC gaming is gradually gaining popularity among Japanese players. Xbox aims to draw new users with major releases:...

After the Server Slam concluded, Embark Studios shared the test findings and confirmed plans to launch ARC Raiders on October 30, 2025 for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. The studio highlighted four main areas for improvement: overall stability, airborne ARC, the Dam Tower, and visual settings. Players helped surface stability issues that are now...

It appears Netflix has once again parted ways with a Texas studio — this time Boss Fight Entertainment, which the company acquired just three years ago. Founded in 2013, Boss Fight had expanded to three offices, but evidence now suggests those operations have come to an abrupt end. Netflix purchased the studio to strengthen its...

Sucker Punch described how Ghost of Yōtei presents vast, richly detailed landscapes without sacrificing performance. The team extended the draw distance, shifted object management to the GPU, and aggressively culls unseen elements before G-buffer processing. Distant mountain ranges are baked into textures, and GPU-driven rendering allows them to double the density of grass and objects:...

The Epic Games Store continues its tradition of weekly giveaways — now extending to mobile platforms. From October 23 to October 30, the Epic Games Store mobile app is offering Doodle Farm: Breeds and Beasts as a free download — a new puzzle title from the creators of Doodle God. Like other JoyBits releases, the...

Double Dragon Revive has launched on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch. To mark the release, developer Arc System Works unveiled a trailer showcasing the game’s opening cinematic. The trailer sets a classic beat ’em-up tone: it follows the heroes as they clash with a range of foes and flashes...

The developers of Pokémon Legends: Z-A have confirmed the results achieved by the new adventure starring the little creatures. The title has enjoyed considerable success, but it remains some distance from the all-time record. The Pokémon Company published preliminary sales figures for Pokémon Legends: Z-A, suggesting the franchise still commands strong player loyalty. The new...

Xbox released an unconventional ad aimed at players who are tired of waiting. Microsoft’s gaming division illustrated that Xbox Game Pass lets you access the biggest new releases immediately. Years ago, publishers proudly shared photos and videos from launch events where fans queued for hours outside stores. In the era of boxed releases, those gatherings...

Cyberpunk enthusiasts should keep an eye on the single-player shooter DEFECT. The studio emptyvessel — staffed by developers who worked on DOOM, Call of Duty, and The Last of Us — revealed gameplay that promises unprecedented immersion and highly destructible environments. This is a HUD-free experience where every wall can be obliterated, each type of...

Today, as part of Game Preview on PC, players can try Super Fantasy Kingdom — a vivid fusion of genres that blends city-building, roguelite mechanics, and defensive strategy. The other offering is The Outer Worlds 2, but it’s available only through a paid upgrade. Players will work to rebuild the kingdom, explore a living world,...

Fallout 76: Burning Springs represents the most substantial drop of new content in the seven-year run of this still-evolving game. During Fallout Day, Bethesda devoted a significant portion of the presentation to the update. Several weeks ago the studio unveiled a set of images from Ohio — a brand-new region that introduces a fresh adventure...

Pacific Drive has been added to Xbox Game Pass unexpectedly. The Ironwood Studios title was previously showcased during State of Play, released standalone trailers, and was regarded as a PS5 and PC exclusive. It seems the exclusivity period has ended: without any formal announcements, Pacific Drive is now available on Xbox Series X|S consoles via...

Insiders report the Battle Royale mode is set to launch on October 28, 2025. References to a mode codenamed “Granite” were uncovered in the game’s files — likely the label developers used to obscure the new format. Initial leaks were published by the insider ModernWarzone, who revealed details about a free mode. Those claims have...

The game is set to launch on November 20, 2025, and the developers have revealed almost everything. Masahiro Sakurai has shared details about gameplay and the content that will be available at release. Owners of the Nintendo Switch 2 who enjoy character-focused racing games were treated to an extensive presentation — this title is the...