Upon launching the free combat demo of Runes, the open-world fantasy RPG, my computer’s fan control went into overdrive. The untextured enemies, reminiscent of Metal Gear Solid’s cyborg ninja, were a bold choice that left me both impressed and slightly skeptical. While the demo is just a small slice before the Kickstarter campaign, there is
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The recent news of Microsoft closing down Hi-Fi Rush studio Tango and Prey’s Arkane Austin has sent shockwaves through the gaming industry. It has come to light that these closures were part of a broader cost-cutting initiative by the tech giant. According to reports, more cuts are expected to follow, with ZeniMax studios being the
The recent update for Shadows of Doubt introduced Sharpshooter Assassins armed with high-powered rifles, adding a new level of challenge to the game’s forensic sandboxing experience. Players are now tasked with deducing the killer’s vantage point by analyzing bullet trajectories and investigating secondary crime scenes for crucial evidence. However, developers ColePowered Games have acknowledged that
Darkest Dungeon 2 fans have been eagerly anticipating the arrival of mod support in the game, especially since the original game had such a thriving modding community. After three years since the sequel hit early access and over a year since it officially launched, it seems that the wait may finally be coming to an
The recent decision by Microsoft to shut down multiple game studios, including Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks, has sent shockwaves through the gaming industry. The news was confirmed in an email to staff from Xbox boss Matt Booty, signaling a significant consolidation of Bethesda studio teams. This move is said to allow for deeper investments
The recent controversy surrounding the requirement of linking a PlayStation Network account to play Helldivers 2 on PC has sparked conversations about the necessity of PSN accounts in PC gaming. With the upcoming release of Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut on PC, Sucker Punch Productions has clarified their stance on PSN account requirements for the
As a fan of Fall Guys and a frequent player of the game, I am always excited to see new updates and improvements being made. Recently, it was announced that a set of Star Wars skins will be coming to Fall Guys, along with some significant changes to the game’s platforming physics. This news has
Recently, the UK government has faced a petition urging for “government intervention” to ensure that video game companies maintain their games in a playable state even after the cessation of support. The catalyst for this petition was the closure of Ubisoft’s ten-year-old racing game, The Crew, which left players unable to access the game due
The recent announcement that Helldivers 2 players on PC would need to link their Steam account to a PlayStation Network (PSN) account has caused quite a stir in the gaming community. Within just two days, the game received a staggering 100,000 new negative reviews on Steam. This backlash has significantly impacted the overall user review
Looking back on my childhood, I can’t help but feel a tinge of regret for not owning a Game Boy Camera. It wasn’t just a matter of affordability, but also the fear of being teased by my peers for having one. The memories of my friends trolling me while I was immersed in playing The