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Arc Raiders Developers Address Cheaters and Streamer Safety as Some Players Depart for Escape from Tarkov Until Improvements Are Made
It appears that a significant crackdown on cheaters is imminent. Recently, the ARC Raiders community has been vocal about the growing issue of fair play. Some players have encountered exploiters so frequently that they have temporarily abandoned the game in favor of titles like Escape from Tarkov. A spokesperson from Embark Studios confirmed that the...
Insider claims GTA VI failed console certification 36 times — former Microsoft employee disputes the report
The anticipation for the long-awaited release continues to build. Recently, a fresh “leak” has been making waves within the Grand Theft Auto VI community. This time, the spotlight returned to a previous claim made by a user going by the handle Ayershole. Presenting himself as an “industry insider” who had spoken with a Rockstar employee,...
Towerborne, From The Banner Saga Creators, Reaches Full Release Next Month
The cooperative side-scrolling action RPG Towerborne is preparing to exit its Early Access phase, with a full 1.0 commercial launch scheduled for next month. Developed by Stoic, the renowned studio behind the critically acclaimed The Banner Saga trilogy, the game marks a significant genre shift for the team. Revealed during the recent New Game+ Showcase,...
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Creator Explains That “Real Players” Aren’t Concerned by the Agenda
The backlash is limited to a small circle of online activists. Certain “progressive” elements spotted in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II have sparked online criticism directed at Warhorse Studios. In a recent interview with PC Gamer, executive producer Martin Klima was asked whether these heated debates had any tangible impact on the franchise’s commercial success, public...
New Predator: Badlands Set Video Captures Thrilling Action Sequence
Image: 20th Century Entertainment Following its recent digital debut, Dan Trachtenberg’s Predator: Badlands is preparing for a physical release on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD this February. For cinema enthusiasts who enjoy pulling back the curtain, this means access to a wealth of behind-the-scenes footage revealing the raw, pre-VFX reality of the production. The...
Behind the Scenes: Producing the Coaches Project with Dominik
Ever wondered about the intricate development process behind the Coaches DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2? Today, we are pulling back the curtain to offer an exclusive look at this highly anticipated expansion. We sat down with Dominik, the lead producer for Project Coaches, to discuss the journey of bringing passenger transport to life. “I’m...
Popular Isekai Anime Receives Major Update 10 Years Later
Devotees of the legendary isekai parody KonoSuba – God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! have been eagerly scouring the web for updates regarding the anime’s fourth season. Following a cryptic 10th-anniversary teaser on social media, anticipation reached a fever pitch. However, rather than a direct confirmation of the next TV installment, the initial reveal focused...
Steam Machine price to start at 75,000 rubles, according to Czech online store
Valve has yet to release any official information regarding these developments. The Czech e-commerce platform Smarty.cz recently published preliminary product pages for Steam Machine models equipped with 512 GB and 2 TB storage capacities, inadvertently disclosing the potential costs of the hardware. Although the public-facing site displays “Cena nebyla stanovena” (Price not determined) with a...
Can You Identify These Famous Movie Franchises From Their Opening Shots?
Visual Design: Grant Walkup | Image Assets: Lucasfilm Ltd; MotionArray When analyzing the most legendary genre sagas of the modern era, it is striking how few of them rely on a truly distinctive opening shot. While a handful of masterpieces begin with unforgettable iconography, a vast majority of franchise-starters introduce their worlds with surprisingly understated...
‘Frieren’ Tops Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 for Third Consecutive Week
‘Soso no Frieren (Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End)’ by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe | Courtesy Photo The 15th volume of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End (Soso no Frieren), authored by Kanehito Yamada and illustrated by Tsukasa Abe, maintains its stronghold at the summit of Billboard Japan’s Book Hot 100 for the week of January 8. The...
‘Frieren’ Retains No. 1 Spot on Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 for Second Week
‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’ Vol. 15 Continues Reign Atop Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 ‘Soso no Frieren (Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End)’ by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe. Courtesy Photo. The 15th volume of the acclaimed manga Soso no Frieren (Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End), written by Kanehito Yamada and illustrated by Tsukasa Abe, has successfully defended...
“Worst people on the planet”: Pathologic 3 writer speaks on Xbox release and working with Microsoft
Navigating the hurdles of releasing a title across various gaming platforms can be an incredibly grueling endeavor. Following the recent PC debut of Pathologic 3 on Steam, the community was quick to inquire about potential console ports. Screenwriter Alexey Polyarinov addressed these concerns with some candid insights: Regrettably, the Xbox situation is stalled. Our team...
Jason Schreier’s GTA VI reports fueled betting markets and tanked publisher stocks—and he’s not happy about it
The journalist’s comments were simply taken out of context. Jason Schreier is widely regarded as a premiere authority in the industry, which is why his every statement is meticulously analyzed. Recently, his casual observations triggered a significant reaction within the financial markets. During a recent podcast appearance, Schreier hypothesized that Grand Theft Auto VI might...
Fallout 3 Creator Explains Why He’s Glad the Game’s World Is So Sparse and Desolate
To shape the visual identity of the franchise’s new chapter, the art team returned to the foundations of the original game. Bethesda Lead Artist Istvan Pely recently sat down with Edge to discuss the artistic development of Fallout 3. Responsible for much of the game’s aesthetic direction, Pely sought inspiration by revisiting the series’ roots—specifically...
Red Dead Redemption 2 Tester Surprised by Players’ Discovery of the “Cobweb” Mystery
Players are scrambling to decode what Rockstar Games has hidden in plain sight. Red Dead Redemption 2 enthusiasts recently chanced upon a bizarre anomaly within the game’s sprawling environment. The discovery of a meticulously carved spider on a wooden post has triggered an extensive community-led investigation. Skeptics initially argued that fans were simply overthinking a...
Zach Bryan Appears to Shade Ex Brianna LaPaglia on New Album: ‘Used to Know Some Folks Who Put It All Online’
Zach Bryan and Brianna LaPaglia attended the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena in February 2024. (Photo: Gilbert Flores/Billboard) Following a whirlwind period marked by a highly publicized separation from Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia and a recent marriage to artist Samantha Leonard, Zach Bryan has unveiled his latest project, With Heaven on Top. The record...
Arc Raiders Developers Address Cheaters and Streamer Safety as Some Players Depart for Escape from Tarkov Until Improvements Are Made
It appears that a significant crackdown on cheaters is imminent. Recently, the ARC Raiders community has been vocal about the growing issue of fair play. Some players have encountered exploiters so frequently that they have temporarily abandoned the game in favor of titles like Escape from Tarkov. A spokesperson from Embark Studios confirmed that the...
Insider claims GTA VI failed console certification 36 times — former Microsoft employee disputes the report
The anticipation for the long-awaited release continues to build. Recently, a fresh “leak” has been making waves within the Grand Theft Auto VI community. This time, the spotlight returned to a previous claim made by a user going by the handle Ayershole. Presenting himself as an “industry insider” who had spoken with a Rockstar employee,...
Towerborne, From The Banner Saga Creators, Reaches Full Release Next Month
The cooperative side-scrolling action RPG Towerborne is preparing to exit its Early Access phase, with a full 1.0 commercial launch scheduled for next month. Developed by Stoic, the renowned studio behind the critically acclaimed The Banner Saga trilogy, the game marks a significant genre shift for the team. Revealed during the recent New Game+ Showcase,...
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Creator Explains That “Real Players” Aren’t Concerned by the Agenda
The backlash is limited to a small circle of online activists. Certain “progressive” elements spotted in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II have sparked online criticism directed at Warhorse Studios. In a recent interview with PC Gamer, executive producer Martin Klima was asked whether these heated debates had any tangible impact on the franchise’s commercial success, public...
New Predator: Badlands Set Video Captures Thrilling Action Sequence
Image: 20th Century Entertainment Following its recent digital debut, Dan Trachtenberg’s Predator: Badlands is preparing for a physical release on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD this February. For cinema enthusiasts who enjoy pulling back the curtain, this means access to a wealth of behind-the-scenes footage revealing the raw, pre-VFX reality of the production. The...
Behind the Scenes: Producing the Coaches Project with Dominik
Ever wondered about the intricate development process behind the Coaches DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2? Today, we are pulling back the curtain to offer an exclusive look at this highly anticipated expansion. We sat down with Dominik, the lead producer for Project Coaches, to discuss the journey of bringing passenger transport to life. “I’m...
Popular Isekai Anime Receives Major Update 10 Years Later
Devotees of the legendary isekai parody KonoSuba – God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! have been eagerly scouring the web for updates regarding the anime’s fourth season. Following a cryptic 10th-anniversary teaser on social media, anticipation reached a fever pitch. However, rather than a direct confirmation of the next TV installment, the initial reveal focused...
Steam Machine price to start at 75,000 rubles, according to Czech online store
Valve has yet to release any official information regarding these developments. The Czech e-commerce platform Smarty.cz recently published preliminary product pages for Steam Machine models equipped with 512 GB and 2 TB storage capacities, inadvertently disclosing the potential costs of the hardware. Although the public-facing site displays “Cena nebyla stanovena” (Price not determined) with a...
Can You Identify These Famous Movie Franchises From Their Opening Shots?
Visual Design: Grant Walkup | Image Assets: Lucasfilm Ltd; MotionArray When analyzing the most legendary genre sagas of the modern era, it is striking how few of them rely on a truly distinctive opening shot. While a handful of masterpieces begin with unforgettable iconography, a vast majority of franchise-starters introduce their worlds with surprisingly understated...