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Payday 3 removes criticized mechanic in February gameplay update nearly 3 years later
The era of “Wi-Fi circles” has finally come to an end. The development team behind Payday 3 has rolled out Update 3.2, introducing a series of “quality of life” enhancements specifically designed to refine the game’s overall flow and responsiveness. Starbreeze Studios is tackling several gameplay frustrations head-on; for instance, players can now reload shotguns...
The Chapter Voice Pack 1 is Now Available!
Attention, Battle-Brothers! The Techmarine Update has officially launched, introducing the highly anticipated Chapter Voice Pack 1 for Space Marine 2. This expansion brings over 1,300 lines of dialogue, meticulously recorded to embody the distinct warrior cultures of the Blood Angels, Space Wolves, and Black Templars. Accompanying the new audio are three unique character heads. In...
The Techmarine Update Has Arrived!
The Techmarine Update Has Arrived: Bolster Your Arsenal in Space Marine 2 Greetings, Battle-Brothers, The Techmarine Update is officially live, introducing a powerful new playable class for all Space Marine 2 players, alongside a fresh PvE mission, dual Season Pass 2 DLCs, and significant gameplay enhancements. We are thrilled to deploy this major expansion for...
Grab This Retro Pixel Survival Horror for Free on the Epic Games Store Now
The Epic Games Store continues its tradition of supporting independent developers by offering a unique and highly atmospheric retro pixel survival horror game for free this week. This project stands out in the crowded market with its striking visual style and clever puzzles that serve as a direct homage to the genre classics of the...
Rumor: Bluepoint Games wanted to work on Bloodborne and Resistance remakes, but Sony refused
Sony has reportedly deemed Bluepoint Games’ remake and remaster pitches as financially underwhelming. Bluepoint Games reportedly presented Sony with various remake and remaster concepts for the PlayStation 5, but none successfully transitioned into active development. This information comes from former employees via Green Zone Bites. According to these sources, the studio pitched revivals for Jak...
Love Rocks Producers Reflect on 10 Years of New York’s Most Iconic Benefit Concert
A Decade of Decibels: How Love Rocks NYC Redefined the Charity Gala Founders John Varvatos, Nicole Rechter, and Greg Williamson. Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty for DKC The New York City skyline thrums with the constant rhythm of live music. On any given evening, the city offers everything from underground experimental sets to sold-out arena tours. Simultaneously,...
IGN Impacted: One of the UK’s Largest Gaming Publications to Conduct Layoffs
The impact of job losses is spreading across the Gamer Network, affecting staff at Eurogamer and several sister publications. The games media landscape is facing another period of instability as Eurogamer and other outlets under the IGN-owned Gamer Network banner began a series of significant staff reductions this week. According to sources familiar with the...
Project Helix: Everything We Know About the Next Xbox
The last five years have served as a period of radical transformation for the Xbox brand. While Microsoft’s gaming aspirations reached new heights with the monumental $67.9 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, the hardware side of the business has faced significant headwinds. Despite the Xbox Series X and Series S representing arguably the most refined...
Critical Role’s Latest Hire Signals Strategic Expansion
Image: Critical Role The transformation of Critical Role—from a grassroots Dungeons & Dragons stream led by voice-acting friends to a formidable global media titan—is accelerating. This evolution is underscored by a significant new executive hire, a move poised to fundamentally enhance how the “Critter” community engages with their favorite content. As detailed in a recent...
GTA Online Twitch Drops: $500,000 and Street Samurai Livery for Dinka Blista Kanjo
Following the recent Spanish-themed promotion, Rockstar Games has shifted its focus to Japan for the latest GTA Online giveaway. This event is a brief affair, concluding at **02:59 am PT / 05:59 am ET / 10:59 am GMT / 11:59 am CET on March 4**. Participants can secure a total of half a million GTA$...
Nikita Buyanov reveals “current” Escape from Tarkov teaser featuring PMCs in a winter setting
Nikita Buyanov the visionary lead behind Battlestate Games has recently unveiled a stunning and atmospheric teaser for the upcoming winter season in Escape from Tarkov. This new video showcase provides a deep dive into the snow covered world where PMCs must navigate treacherous weather conditions while engaging in intense firefights. The development team has clearly...
Highguard developers aren’t giving up — new mode accelerates gameplay
The developers have experimented with omitting a core phase from the traditional match structure. Although Highguard has seen a significant decline in its active player base, the project still manages to sustain a notable level of interest among dedicated followers. Even loyal enthusiasts of the online shooter have frequently voiced frustrations regarding the “looting phase”—a...
Postal creators announce a shooter exploring the series’ “psychological roots of horror”
Running With Scissors Reveals Upcoming Project: Flesh & Wire. Running With Scissors recently pulled back the curtain on their latest endeavor, Flesh & Wire. Positioned as a gritty first-person shooter, the title aims to delve into the psychological foundations of horror rooted in the POSTAL universe. Stepping into the role of Angel, players will find...
Pokémon’s Spectacular 30th Anniversary Collection Is a Must-Buy for Every Fan
The world of Pokémon is preparing for a landmark celebration as the legendary franchise approaches its thirtieth anniversary. To honor three decades of pocket monster history a spectacular new collection has been unveiled that is already being hailed as a must buy for every dedicated fan and collector worldwide. This special anniversary release features a...
Move Forward Music Announces Full Lineup for New Brooklyn Festival, Sounds That Move
Hope Tala performing during the 2025 Coachella Valley Music And Arts Festival in Indio, California. (Photo: Gilbert Flores/Variety) Move Forward Music—the visionary team credited with supporting the early live careers of superstars like Kendrick Lamar, Doja Cat, and Juice WRLD—has officially revealed the full roster for its inaugural independent festival, Sounds That Move. The event...
Teyana Taylor Reflects on Retiring From Music After Feeling Undervalued: ‘Everyone Said It Was Dumb’
Teyana Taylor at the 2026 EE BAFTA Film Awards held at The Royal Festival Hall on Feb. 22, 2026, in London. James McCauley/Variety Teyana Taylor’s return to the recording studio was never a guaranteed chapter in her career. After stepping away from the music industry in 2020, the multihyphenate star found her way back with...
Payday 3 removes criticized mechanic in February gameplay update nearly 3 years later
The era of “Wi-Fi circles” has finally come to an end. The development team behind Payday 3 has rolled out Update 3.2, introducing a series of “quality of life” enhancements specifically designed to refine the game’s overall flow and responsiveness. Starbreeze Studios is tackling several gameplay frustrations head-on; for instance, players can now reload shotguns...
The Chapter Voice Pack 1 is Now Available!
Attention, Battle-Brothers! The Techmarine Update has officially launched, introducing the highly anticipated Chapter Voice Pack 1 for Space Marine 2. This expansion brings over 1,300 lines of dialogue, meticulously recorded to embody the distinct warrior cultures of the Blood Angels, Space Wolves, and Black Templars. Accompanying the new audio are three unique character heads. In...
The Techmarine Update Has Arrived!
The Techmarine Update Has Arrived: Bolster Your Arsenal in Space Marine 2 Greetings, Battle-Brothers, The Techmarine Update is officially live, introducing a powerful new playable class for all Space Marine 2 players, alongside a fresh PvE mission, dual Season Pass 2 DLCs, and significant gameplay enhancements. We are thrilled to deploy this major expansion for...
Grab This Retro Pixel Survival Horror for Free on the Epic Games Store Now
The Epic Games Store continues its tradition of supporting independent developers by offering a unique and highly atmospheric retro pixel survival horror game for free this week. This project stands out in the crowded market with its striking visual style and clever puzzles that serve as a direct homage to the genre classics of the...
Rumor: Bluepoint Games wanted to work on Bloodborne and Resistance remakes, but Sony refused
Sony has reportedly deemed Bluepoint Games’ remake and remaster pitches as financially underwhelming. Bluepoint Games reportedly presented Sony with various remake and remaster concepts for the PlayStation 5, but none successfully transitioned into active development. This information comes from former employees via Green Zone Bites. According to these sources, the studio pitched revivals for Jak...
Love Rocks Producers Reflect on 10 Years of New York’s Most Iconic Benefit Concert
A Decade of Decibels: How Love Rocks NYC Redefined the Charity Gala Founders John Varvatos, Nicole Rechter, and Greg Williamson. Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty for DKC The New York City skyline thrums with the constant rhythm of live music. On any given evening, the city offers everything from underground experimental sets to sold-out arena tours. Simultaneously,...
IGN Impacted: One of the UK’s Largest Gaming Publications to Conduct Layoffs
The impact of job losses is spreading across the Gamer Network, affecting staff at Eurogamer and several sister publications. The games media landscape is facing another period of instability as Eurogamer and other outlets under the IGN-owned Gamer Network banner began a series of significant staff reductions this week. According to sources familiar with the...
Project Helix: Everything We Know About the Next Xbox
The last five years have served as a period of radical transformation for the Xbox brand. While Microsoft’s gaming aspirations reached new heights with the monumental $67.9 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, the hardware side of the business has faced significant headwinds. Despite the Xbox Series X and Series S representing arguably the most refined...
Critical Role’s Latest Hire Signals Strategic Expansion
Image: Critical Role The transformation of Critical Role—from a grassroots Dungeons & Dragons stream led by voice-acting friends to a formidable global media titan—is accelerating. This evolution is underscored by a significant new executive hire, a move poised to fundamentally enhance how the “Critter” community engages with their favorite content. As detailed in a recent...