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Borderlands 4 Developers Explain Why You Can’t Skip Dialogues
Although Borderlands 4 has been praised for its writing—more so than the previous entry—many players are frustrated by the lack of an option to fast-forward the numerous dialogues. Some fans worked around this with an unofficial mod, but a developer warned that skipping conversations can break progression. The game’s creative director, Graham Timmins, addressed the...
Disc version of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered to be released in stripped-down form — insider
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered will be available in a physical edition, but players will still need to download a substantial portion of the game from online servers. Microsoft and Bethesda surprised fans by releasing a remaster of the 2006 classic. Despite a handful of technical issues, the title was greeted warmly — offering...
Surprise for gamers: Classic Heroes of Might & Magic added to Game Pass
Microsoft and Ubisoft have struck a deal to bring additional titles to Xbox Game Pass — a pleasant surprise for gamers. To commemorate the occasion, the two companies have prepared a gift for players that is already available on PC. In celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Heroes of Might and Magic series, Xbox...
Square Enix Respects Players: Two Parts of the Final Fantasy VII Remake to Be Released on a Single Physical Disc
Square Enix has treated Final Fantasy VII enthusiasts and collectors of physical editions to a special release: the two major entries of the remake have been combined into a single package. Following the announcement of the remake’s second installment, the publisher prepared the FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE & REBIRTH Twin Pack. Previously available only...
Ghost of Yotei Blows Up Japan’s Charts, Tops National Sales
Although Sony Interactive Entertainment and Sucker Punch Productions have not published official sales figures, early numbers for Ghost of Yotei have surfaced. We now have a clearer picture of how the title launched in Japan. Less than a week after release, initial reports offer insight into how Sucker Punch’s game — which was already a...
Silent Hill f hides an Easter egg from the 1999 original — only true fans will notice
Although the new horror is set in 1960s Japan—far from the familiar streets of Silent Hill—the developers opted to pay tribute to the classic series. As Frankielollia noted on TikTok, a sheet of music pinned to the chalkboard can be seen during a classroom scene. Most players will regard it as background detail, but musicians...
Trailer for “Heroes of Tamriel” Expansion for The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era Board Game Released
This week, fans of The Elder Scrolls will have the chance to pre-order the Heroes of Tamriel expansion for the cooperative board game The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, which will introduce new racial abilities, class skills, and more. Publisher Chip Theory Games continues to support the cooperative board game The Elder Scrolls:...
Composer of Heroes of Might & Magic Admits He Never Played the Series
Paul Anthony Romero, the composer behind Heroes of Might and Magic, says his entry into the games industry was entirely by chance. As a child he performed as a young musical talent, but after conservatory he struggled to find work and took odd jobs as a cook and on construction sites. Everything changed when, at...
Peacemaker Season 2 Cliffhanger Quietly Sets Up Superman’s Next Big Villain
Image: HBO Max Peacemaker season 2 closed on a dramatic cliffhanger that could reshape the DC Universe’s path forward. While a third season hasn’t been confirmed, showrunner James Gunn has stated the series will tie directly into his upcoming Man of Tomorrow, which he’s writing and directing. One small but significant element from the season...
Yooka-Replaylee Transforms on Switch 2 — Remaster Becomes One of the Most Technically Advanced Platformers
Playtonic Games’ remaster of Yooka-Replaylee makes a striking impression on the Switch 2, ranking among the most notable technical upgrades in the genre. The release reconceives the 2017 original and brings a wide range of graphical enhancements. On the new hardware the project receives a substantial visual leap: textures, lighting and environments have been overhauled,...
Bombora to Publish New Book on the History of the Star Wars Gaming Universe
A new book by Ilya Glazkov is planned, dedicated to the history of the Star Wars gaming universe. Through it, readers will discover how Star Wars titles evolved alongside the industry, which games became cult favorites, and which ones faded into obscurity. Publisher Bombora has prepared a special treat for fans of the Star Wars...
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds — Cheating Could Cost Players Dearly, Sega Warns
SEGA has issued a notice concerning violations in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, alerting players to instances of cheating and the use of banned tools. A post on the game’s social channels outlines behavior that contravenes the End User License Agreement (EULA) and warns that such actions could lead to serious consequences. Various infractions have been identified...
Battlefield 6 Compared to Reality: DICE Shows What Frostbite Can Do
Review outlets are calling the new entry one of the most visually striking shooters of its generation. Battlefield 6 looks spectacular — a fresh comparison with real-world locations only reinforces that impression. A video has been published that matches Battlefield 6 scenes with actual places. The clip from ElAnalistaDeBits proves that DICE have once again...
“It seems Microsoft doesn’t fully understand what it’s doing and is just trying different options” — Xbox co-founder
Laura Fryer, one of the original creators of the Xbox, spoke about Microsoft’s current troubles. In her view, the company is “simply experimenting” as it searches for what works. In the wake of widespread layoffs, studio closures, and cancelled projects, Microsoft has faced criticism for raising prices on Xbox hardware and the Game Pass subscription....
“He doesn’t have a squad like in Call of Duty”: Geralt’s line in The Witcher’s season 4 trailer outraged fans
Viewers are asking why the new Witcher talks like a character from a military shooter. With less than a month until the fourth season premieres, Netflix has finally released the official trailer. The clip teases a large-scale confrontation with Vilgefortz, a journey for Geralt and Yennefer, and Liam Hemsworth’s debut in the lead role. Yet...
Henry Cavill’s Conflict With The Witcher Creators May Have Begun Earlier Than Believed — Now Netflix Is Covering It Up
Netflix has only further muddied the circumstances surrounding Henry Cavill’s exit from The Witcher. As part of the promotion for the fourth season of The Witcher, Netflix published a piece about Liam Hemsworth — who will appear as Geralt in place of Henry Cavill. The article originally claimed Hemsworth was offered the role as early...
Borderlands 4 Developers Explain Why You Can’t Skip Dialogues
Although Borderlands 4 has been praised for its writing—more so than the previous entry—many players are frustrated by the lack of an option to fast-forward the numerous dialogues. Some fans worked around this with an unofficial mod, but a developer warned that skipping conversations can break progression. The game’s creative director, Graham Timmins, addressed the...
Disc version of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered to be released in stripped-down form — insider
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered will be available in a physical edition, but players will still need to download a substantial portion of the game from online servers. Microsoft and Bethesda surprised fans by releasing a remaster of the 2006 classic. Despite a handful of technical issues, the title was greeted warmly — offering...
Surprise for gamers: Classic Heroes of Might & Magic added to Game Pass
Microsoft and Ubisoft have struck a deal to bring additional titles to Xbox Game Pass — a pleasant surprise for gamers. To commemorate the occasion, the two companies have prepared a gift for players that is already available on PC. In celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Heroes of Might and Magic series, Xbox...
Square Enix Respects Players: Two Parts of the Final Fantasy VII Remake to Be Released on a Single Physical Disc
Square Enix has treated Final Fantasy VII enthusiasts and collectors of physical editions to a special release: the two major entries of the remake have been combined into a single package. Following the announcement of the remake’s second installment, the publisher prepared the FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE & REBIRTH Twin Pack. Previously available only...
Ghost of Yotei Blows Up Japan’s Charts, Tops National Sales
Although Sony Interactive Entertainment and Sucker Punch Productions have not published official sales figures, early numbers for Ghost of Yotei have surfaced. We now have a clearer picture of how the title launched in Japan. Less than a week after release, initial reports offer insight into how Sucker Punch’s game — which was already a...
Silent Hill f hides an Easter egg from the 1999 original — only true fans will notice
Although the new horror is set in 1960s Japan—far from the familiar streets of Silent Hill—the developers opted to pay tribute to the classic series. As Frankielollia noted on TikTok, a sheet of music pinned to the chalkboard can be seen during a classroom scene. Most players will regard it as background detail, but musicians...
Trailer for “Heroes of Tamriel” Expansion for The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era Board Game Released
This week, fans of The Elder Scrolls will have the chance to pre-order the Heroes of Tamriel expansion for the cooperative board game The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, which will introduce new racial abilities, class skills, and more. Publisher Chip Theory Games continues to support the cooperative board game The Elder Scrolls:...
Composer of Heroes of Might & Magic Admits He Never Played the Series
Paul Anthony Romero, the composer behind Heroes of Might and Magic, says his entry into the games industry was entirely by chance. As a child he performed as a young musical talent, but after conservatory he struggled to find work and took odd jobs as a cook and on construction sites. Everything changed when, at...
Peacemaker Season 2 Cliffhanger Quietly Sets Up Superman’s Next Big Villain
Image: HBO Max Peacemaker season 2 closed on a dramatic cliffhanger that could reshape the DC Universe’s path forward. While a third season hasn’t been confirmed, showrunner James Gunn has stated the series will tie directly into his upcoming Man of Tomorrow, which he’s writing and directing. One small but significant element from the season...