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The Blood of Dawnwalker Will Have 60 FPS Performance Mode at Launch After All
The Blood of Dawnwalker will officially have a Performance Mode targeting 60 FPS on PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X at launch, with Rebel Wolves confirming the option will arrive through the Day 1 patch. Well, that changed quickly. Just days after confirming that The Blood of Dawnwalker would launch without a 60 FPS…
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Ori 3 Rumors Shut Down by Moon Studios Director
Rumors surrounding Ori 3 have started circulating ahead of Gamescom 2026, but Moon Studios CEO and Ori director Thomas Mahler says the reports are “nonsense” and claims the studio has even discussed buying the Ori IP back from Microsoft. With Gamescom approaching, speculation has started building around potential surprises from Xbox. One recent rumor suggested…
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Gamescom Directors Aren’t Worried About GTA 6 Netflix Event Stealing the Spotlight
GTA 6’s massive Netflix event will take place during Gamescom 2026, but Gamescom executives aren’t worried about Rockstar’s juggernaut stealing attention from one of gaming’s biggest annual events. Gamescom 2026 is almost here, bringing together hundreds of developers, publishers, upcoming games, announcements, and world premieres. However, there’s one enormous elephant in the room this year:…
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Blood of Dawnwalker Won’t Have a 60 FPS Mode on Consoles (will have)
The Blood of Dawnwalker will not feature a 60 FPS performance mode on consoles, with PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X players instead limited to 30 FPS or 40 FPS options. Rebel Wolves’ highly anticipated open-world RPG is now less than two weeks away from its September 3, 2026 release, and the developer has…
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Marvel’s Wolverine Goes Gold More Than Three Weeks Ahead of Release
Marvel’s Wolverine has officially gone gold more than three weeks before its September 15 release, with Insomniac Games celebrating the milestone by showing off Logan’s golden claws. One of PlayStation’s biggest releases of 2026 is now officially ready for launch. Insomniac Games has confirmed that Marvel’s Wolverine has gone gold, meaning the studio has completed…
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Xbox Series X25 Reportedly Launches This November for €899
Microsoft‘s limited-edition Xbox Series X25 will reportedly launch on November 27, 2026, with the transparent green console carrying a hefty €899 price tag. The special console was announced earlier this year as part of Xbox’s 25th anniversary celebrations, bringing back the company’s iconic translucent green aesthetic in a modern Xbox Series X design. Microsoft hasn’t…
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Dave Bautista Officially Cast as Kratos in Prime Video’s God of War Series
Dave Bautista has officially been cast as Kratos in Prime Video’s upcoming God of War series, replacing Ryan Hurst after the actor suffered an injury during production. The live-action adaptation of one of PlayStation’s biggest franchises has undergone a significant change after filming had already begun. Hurst was originally set to portray Kratos but suffered…
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Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Reportedly Leaks a Week Before Release
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy may have leaked online on PC, just one week before the game’s official release on August 27. The next chapter in Asobo Studio and Focus Entertainment’s acclaimed A Plague Tale universe is almost here, but the final days before launch could now be filled with spoilers. Several reports have appeared…
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Compulsion Games Officially Splits From Xbox and Becomes Independent
Compulsion Games has officially completed its management buyout from Xbox, making the South of Midnight developer an independent studio once again. The Montreal-based developer first announced plans to separate from Xbox in July 2026 following Microsoft’s major restructuring of its gaming division. That process has now been completed, with Compulsion Games CEO Guillaume Provost confirming…
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Black Myth: Zhong Kui Looks Incredible in First 15 Minutes of Gameplay
Game Science has revealed the first 15 minutes of Black Myth: Zhong Kui gameplay, showcasing spectacular combat, stunning environments, cinematics, and the first hints at the story of its new protagonist. Announced during Gamescom last year, Black Myth: Zhong Kui is officially described as the second title in Game Science’s Black Myth series, following the…
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007 First Light Surpasses 4 Million Copies Sold
007 First Light has officially surpassed four million copies sold worldwide, reaching the milestone less than three months after its release. IO Interactive has announced another major commercial milestone for its James Bond adventure, describing 007 First Light as one of the fastest-selling games of 2026. The numbers could continue to climb significantly throughout the…
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Naughty Dog Prioritized The Last of Us Online Over Intergalactic for Years
The Last of Us Online reportedly consumed a significant portion of Naughty Dog‘s resources for years, with Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet only becoming the studio’s primary focus after the multiplayer project was cancelled. Naughty Dog has been unusually quiet when it comes to completely new releases during the current PlayStation generation, and we may now…
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Tides of Annihilation Director Explains Balancing Hope and Humor in an Apocalyptic World
Tides of Annihilation might take place at the end of the world, but Eclipse Glow Games doesn’t want its post-apocalyptic adventure to feel relentlessly depressing. The upcoming action-adventure game puts players in control of Gwendolyn, seemingly the last human remaining after London has been devastated by mysterious otherworldly forces. Between ruined streets, distorted dimensions, remnants…
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Next Mainline Horizon Game Reportedly Still Years Away
Fans waiting for the next major single-player Horizon adventure may need plenty of patience, as a new report claims Guerrilla Games‘ next mainline entry is still years away from completion. The reason appears to be Horizon Hunters Gathering, Guerrilla’s upcoming multiplayer project. Most of the studio has reportedly spent the last several years working on…
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Former PlayStation Boss Shuhei Yoshida Questions Whether Losing Physical Discs Is Such a Big Issue
Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida has weighed in on Sony’s reported move away from physical game discs, admitting that he isn’t convinced losing discs will be a major problem for most players. Sony’s plans to stop producing physical PlayStation game discs in 2028 have generated plenty of debate across the gaming community. While collectors and…
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CONTROL Resonant Goes Gold, But Physical Edition Delayed
Remedy Entertainment has confirmed that CONTROL Resonant has officially gone gold, meaning the highly anticipated sequel is ready for its September launch. However, players planning to purchase a physical copy will have to wait an additional month. CONTROL Resonant is the sequel to Remedy’s critically acclaimed 2019 action game Control, and anticipation has continued to…
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Star Wars: Galactic Racer Dev Confident Game Can Live Up to Franchise’s Legacy
Star Wars: Galactic Racer creative director Kieran Crimmins believes Fuse Games has what it takes to live up to the enormous expectations that come with developing a new Star Wars game. Galactic Racer is positioned as a spiritual successor to the classic Star Wars racing experience many players remember from the Nintendo 64 era. That…
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Blood of Dawnwalker Lets You Fight the Final Boss Almost Immediately
The Blood of Dawnwalker will give players an unusual amount of freedom, including the option to challenge the game’s final boss almost immediately after completing the prologue. Rebel Wolves’ upcoming open-world RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker is set to release on September 3, 2026, and the developer continues to reveal new details about how its…
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NBA 2K27 Game Reveal Shows Major Gameplay, MyTEAM, MyNBA and City Overhauls
NBA 2K27 has received its biggest reveal yet, with 2K showcasing major changes coming to gameplay, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The City, MyCAREER, and more. The NBA 2K27 Preseason Breakdown Game Reveal offered an extensive look at this year’s installment, which appears to be one of the franchise’s most substantial updates in years. Players also won’t have…
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PlayStation Reportedly Reboots Horizon Hunters Gathering After Negative Feedback
PlayStation is reportedly making major changes to Horizon Hunters Gathering after the upcoming Horizon multiplayer game received negative feedback during its closed playtests. Guerrilla Games has already held two closed tests for Hunters Gathering, but according to a new report, the response wasn’t strong enough for development to continue in its current form. Rather than…
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XBOX and IKEA Tease New Gaming -Themed Furniture Collaboration
XBOX and IKEA have teased a surprising new collaboration, with gaming-themed furniture seemingly on the way and a first look planned for Gamescom 2026. XBOX has expanded well beyond traditional consoles in recent years, bringing its ecosystem to televisions, streaming devices, and even cars through cloud gaming. Home furniture, however, is a slightly more unexpected…
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Modern Warfare 4 Beta Ditches Call of Duty HQ for Direct Launch
The Modern Warfare 4 Beta will launch as a completely separate installation, meaning players won’t need to go through Call of Duty HQ or the main Call of Duty app just to start playing. Call of Duty’s increasingly complicated launcher has been one of the biggest frustrations surrounding recent entries. Instead of simply selecting a…
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Kingdom Hearts 4 Trailer Confirms Mickey Mouse as a Playable Character
A new extended Kingdom Hearts 4 trailer has confirmed that Mickey Mouse will be playable, giving fans their first look at a completely different style of gameplay featuring the iconic Disney character. Kingdom Hearts fans received plenty of news during D23, including the announcement of a new Kingdom Hearts anime coming to Disney+ and Disney…
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The Simpsons: Hit & Run Could Finally Return, Matt Groening Teases
The Simpsons: Hit & Run could finally be making a comeback, with series creator Matt Groening teasing that something related to the beloved 2003 game may be in the works. The comments came during Disney’s D23 presentation, where Groening was asked about the possibility of Hit & Run returning or finally receiving a sequel. His…
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Beast of Reincarnation Director Apologizes and Promises Major Improvements
Beast of Reincarnation director Kota Furushima has apologized to players for some of the game’s problems, promising that Game Freak will continue improving its ambitious new IP based on feedback from the community. Beast of Reincarnation represented something very different for Game Freak. Best known as the developer behind Pokémon, the studio stepped into considerably…
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Former Naughty Dog Dev Calls Uncharted Remake a ‘Cash Grab’
A former Naughty Dog senior designer has questioned the need for an Uncharted remake, arguing that revisiting the original game would feel more like a “cash grab” than something the franchise actually needs. The Uncharted series has remained dormant since Uncharted: The Lost Legacy launched in 2017, but speculation surrounding its eventual return has never…
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Marvel’s Wolverine Will Only Have One Playable Character, Insomniac Confirms
Insomniac Games has confirmed that Wolverine will be the only playable character in Marvel’s Wolverine, putting to rest speculation that characters such as Jean Grey, Mystique, or Sabretooth could receive their own playable sections. Marvel’s Wolverine is shaping up to be one of the biggest PS5 exclusives of 2026, and Insomniac has made it clear…
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The Witcher Project Sirius Hit by Layoffs as Multiplayer Game Development Continues
Development of The Witcher multiplayer spin-off Project Sirius has suffered another setback, with CD Projekt confirming layoffs and a reduction in the size of the team working on the game. Project Sirius has been in development for several years and was originally being developed by The Molasses Flood before the studio was integrated into CD…
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More Classic The Lord of the Rings Games Are Coming Back
The recent surprise return of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North apparently isn’t a one-off, as Aspyr has confirmed that more classic games from the franchise are planned for rerelease. For longtime Lord of the Rings fans, that’s potentially huge news. Before Shadow of Mordor and Shadow of War arrived, games such…
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Darksiders 4 and New Kingdom Come Expected Release Windows Revealed
Embracer Group has provided a clearer idea of when players can expect Darksiders 4 and the next Kingdom Come game, with both titles currently targeting the company’s 2027/2028 fiscal year. The next Kingdom Come was recently officially announced by Warhorse Studios, while a discovered trademark has fueled speculation surrounding its potential title. Now, Embracer’s latest…
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Mafia: The Omertà Collection Officially Announced With All Four Games
Mafia: The Omertà Collection
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Marvel’s Wolverine Runs at 60 FPS With Ray Tracing on Base PS5
Marvel’s Wolverine will run at 60 FPS with ray tracing on the standard PlayStation 5, with Insomniac Games confirming that high-performance gameplay has been a priority since early in development. Unlike previous Insomniac releases, where players typically choose between fidelity and performance modes, Wolverine has been designed around a 60 FPS ray-traced experience from the…
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GTA 6 Netflix Extended Look Could Feature Three Episodes
Rockstar’s upcoming GTA 6 Extended Look on Netflix could be much bigger than expected, with a now-removed listing suggesting the presentation may consist of three separate episodes. The information reportedly appeared briefly on the Portuguese version of Netflix, where three episodes were listed under the GTA 6 Extended Look page. The listing has since disappeared,…
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GTA 6’s $100 Ultimate Edition Makes Up 89% of Pre-Orders
Grand Theft Auto 6 players aren’t exactly choosing the cheapest way into Rockstar’s next blockbuster, as new data suggests an overwhelming majority of early buyers are opting for the game’s $100 Ultimate Edition. According to data from digital intelligence firm Sensor Tower, around 89% of GTA 6 pre-orders currently belong to the Ultimate Edition, supporting…
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Gamescom 2026 Schedule Reveals Packed Week of Gaming Showcases
Gamescom 2026 is almost here, bringing several days of major gaming announcements, new trailers, gameplay reveals, developer interviews, and playable demos to Cologne, Germany. The main event runs from August 26 through August 30, but those watching from home won’t have to wait quite that long. Gamescom Opening Night Live kicks things off on August…
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Ghost of Yotei Complete Edition Launches in October With Story Expansion & Roguelike Mode
Ghost of Yotei Complete Edition has officially been announced, bringing a major story expansion, a new roguelike-inspired survival mode, additional Trophies, cosmetics, and more to Sucker Punch’s open-world adventure. The Complete Edition launches on October 1, 2026, exactly one year after Ghost of Yotei’s original release. Its biggest additions are the new Echoes of Sekigahara…
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PlayStation Plus August 2026 Game Catalog Adds Helldivers 2, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 & More
Sony has revealed the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup for August 2026, and it’s shaping up to be a particularly strong month for Extra and Premium subscribers. A total of eight games are joining the main Game Catalog, headlined by Helldivers 2 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, while Premium members are also getting two additions…
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Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition Xbox Controllers Revealed
Xbox has officially revealed two limited-edition Gears of War: E-Day controllers, with Xbox CEO Asha Sharma praising the franchise for having one of the most distinctive visual identities in gaming. Previous reports suggested that a special controller was being prepared to celebrate the launch of Gears of War: E-Day, but Xbox has now gone one…
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Hogwarts Legacy 2 Officially Confirmed by Warner Bros.
Warner Bros. has officially confirmed that Hogwarts Legacy 2 is in development, finally putting an end to years of speculation surrounding a sequel to the hugely successful open-world RPG. The confirmation came directly from Warner Bros. Discovery in its latest letter to shareholders, where the company discussed its future gaming strategy and specifically listed the…
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Helldivers 2 Comes to PlayStation Plus With Major Devoid of Liberty Update
Helldivers 2 is joining the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog, giving Extra and Premium subscribers access to Arrowhead Game Studios’ hugely successful co-op shooter at no additional cost. The PlayStation Plus release arrives alongside the new Devoid of Liberty update, which introduces fresh missions, mutated enemies, expanded progression, and SEAF soldiers who can now join Helldivers…
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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Will Get a Brand-New Look at Gamescom Opening Night Live
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is officially heading to Gamescom 2026, with Square Enix confirming that fans will get a brand-new look at the highly anticipated conclusion to the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy. Game director Naoki Hamaguchi will appear during Geoff Keighley’s Gamescom Opening Night Live to showcase more of the game ahead of its…
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Remedy Calls Control Resonant a ‘Must-Have Day-One Purchase’
Remedy Entertainment has enormous expectations for Control Resonant, with the company describing its upcoming action RPG as a “must-have day-one purchase” while outlining plans to transform Control into a long-term franchise. The comments arrived as part of Remedy’s 2026 Half-Year Financial Report, which provided updates on several of the studio’s major projects, including the Max…
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Phantom Blade Zero Pre-Orders Are Live as Dedicated State of Play Is Announced
Phantom Blade Zero is officially nearing the finish line, with pre-orders now live and developer S-Game preparing a dedicated State of Play presentation that will offer an extensive new look at the highly anticipated action game. The studio previously confirmed that development had reached completion ahead of the game’s October launch, and fans have now…
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Marvel’s Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 Console and DualSense Controllers Announced
Sony has officially unveiled a collection of Marvel’s Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 hardware, including a striking Battle Yellow PS5 Digital Edition, matching DualSense controller, console covers, and a premium Adamantium-themed alternative. The new hardware will launch alongside Marvel’s Wolverine on September 15, 2026, giving fans several options to customize their PlayStation 5 setup for Insomniac…
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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Will End the Remake Trilogy Without Requiring DLC
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi has reassured fans that the upcoming game will deliver a complete conclusion to the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy, with no DLC required to see the true ending. The third and final installment is scheduled for 2027, and while Square Enix hasn’t ruled out releasing additional content afterward,…
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Autobahn Police Simulator 4 Revealed for PC, PS5 & Xbox Series X|S
Autobahn Police Simulator 4 has officially been announced, with publisher Aerosoft and developer Z-Software revealing the next entry in the long-running German police simulation series. The fourth game promises the biggest and most varied open world in the franchise so far, allowing players to patrol unrestricted Autobahns, country roads, towns, industrial areas, and residential districts…
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The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Legacy Edition Shadow Drops on All Platforms
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North is officially back, with a new Legacy Edition receiving a surprise shadow drop and becoming available to play immediately across all supported platforms. The new release brings back the cult-favorite action RPG while expanding its connection to Tolkien’s wider legendarium. The story once again focuses on…
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Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 IMDb Listing Appears Online, But Don’t Get Too Excited Yet
Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 has appeared on IMDb with an “In Production” status, sparking fresh speculation that Insomniac Games may already be working on the next installment in its hugely successful superhero series. It has been almost three years since Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 arrived, and while Insomniac is currently preparing to launch Marvel’s Wolverine, fans are…
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Max Payne 1 & 2 Remakes Are Still in Development, But Remedy Can’t Talk About Them
The Max Payne 1 & 2 remakes remain in active development at Remedy Entertainment, with the studio providing a small but reassuring update on the highly anticipated projects. Fans have been waiting for more information about the return of Remedy’s iconic action franchise, but details have remained extremely limited. According to Remedy, there’s a straightforward…
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The Blood of Dawnwalker Has 46 Achievements, But You Can’t Unlock Them All in One Playthrough
The Blood of Dawnwalker will feature 46 achievements when it launches on September 3, 2026, and developer Rebel Wolves has now revealed what players can expect from the game’s achievement hunt. Rather than designing the list as a traditional checklist that forces players to complete virtually every activity, Rebel Wolves wants achievements to complement the…
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GTA 6 Pre-Orders Are ‘Exceptional’ as Take-Two Reveals 29 Games in Development
Grand Theft Auto 6 is already delivering huge numbers for Take-Two Interactive months before its official release, with the company describing early pre-orders as “exceptional.” The update arrived alongside Take-Two’s latest financial results, which also provided a fascinating look at the publisher’s future. Across Rockstar Games, 2K, Zynga, and its other studios, Take-Two currently has…
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Ubisoft Announces Ghost Recon Insider Program for Upcoming Game
Ubisoft has officially announced a new Ghost Recon Insider Program, giving selected players an opportunity to participate in closed tests for the next game in the long-running tactical shooter franchise. The program was revealed during the 25th anniversary celebration for Ghost Recon, alongside several other announcements, including a next-gen upgrade for Ghost Recon Wildlands and…
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Nintendo Switch 2 Has Sold More Than 23 Million Consoles Worldwide
The Nintendo Switch 2 continues to deliver impressive sales figures, with Nintendo confirming that its latest console has now sold more than 23 million units worldwide. More than a year after its June 2025 launch, the Switch 2 continues to perform strongly and remains ahead of the original Nintendo Switch when comparing both systems at…
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Assassin’s Creed Valhalla Director Eric Baptizat Returns to Ubisoft
Ubisoft has welcomed back one of its most experienced Assassin’s Creed developers, with Assassin’s Creed Valhalla director Eric Baptizat returning to the company five years after his departure. Baptizat has a long history with the franchise and previously worked on several major Assassin’s Creed titles, including Black Flag, Origins, Unity, and Valhalla. After leaving Ubisoft…
