Chris Slate
Chris Slate
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Editor - Gaming Platforms & Editorial Analysis
Chris Slate is a games media contributor and editor covering Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, platform strategy and the evolution of gaming journalism. His work emphasizes careful sourcing, clear distinctions between confirmed information and speculation, and practical context for readers following major games and industry developments.
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CONTROL Resonant Farming Trick Resets Enemies Without Resonant Cycles
CONTROL Resonant usually limits Source and upgrade materials because defeated enemies do not return outside Resonant Cycles. Hold the Line and Firebreak offer a workaround: fail these World Events to bring their enemy waves back.
CONTROL Resonant guides focus on combat and progression
Our CONTROL Resonant hub brings together practical help with combat, progression, farming and accessibility, alongside a review of Remedy Entertainment's latest release.
The Best CONTROL Resonant Assist Mode Settings for a Fair Challenge
CONTROL Resonant lets players adjust combat without locking away content or Achievements. These Assist Mode settings shorten drawn-out fights while keeping ranged threats and hectic World Events demanding.
How to Get Living Shards for Dylan's Weapon in CONTROL Resonant
Living Shards improve Dylan's main weapon in CONTROL Resonant, but they do not come from a simple repeatable farm. Here is where to find them and how to save enough Source for Vendor purchases.
CONTROL Resonant's Dodge Offset Keeps Every Combo Alive
CONTROL Resonant has a hidden dodge offset technique that lets players avoid attacks without resetting their combo strings. Moving dodge to L1 or LB makes the timing much easier to manage.
NVIDIA Driver Prepares Four Major PC Launches
NVIDIA's GeForce Game Ready driver 617.14 prepares four major PC launches with DLSS 4.5 and RTX support, including path tracing, frame generation and AI development tools.
Fable 2 Fans Bring the Xbox Classic to PC at 60 FPS
A fan-built PC port of Fable 2 is now available through GitHub. It offers configurable 60 FPS and uncapped frame-rate options ahead of the series' return on February 23, 2027.
Final Fantasy VII Revelation Targets 4K at 60 FPS on PS5 Pro
Naoki Hamaguchi says Final Fantasy VII Revelation will offer a PS5 Pro mode targeting 4K image quality and 60 FPS through PSSR. A gamescom demo looked strong, though it occasionally fell below 60 FPS.
Xbox Layoffs Could Reach Blizzard and Halo Studios This Week
Xbox is reportedly preparing another staff reduction this week, with Blizzard and Halo Studios among the names being discussed. The reports follow about 3,200 gaming job cuts in July and another 1,600 roles set to be eliminated by June 30, 2027.
Resident Evil Veronica Could Move to Fall 2027
Resident Evil Veronica may have moved from an internal Q1 or Q2 2027 target to Fall 2027, according to Dusk Golem. CAPCOM has officially confirmed only a broad 2027 release year.
GTA Online Will Continue After GTA 6, While Separate Multiplayer Points to 2027
Take-Two says GTA Online will continue after GTA 6 launches on November 19, 2026. Twitch CEO Dan Clancy has pointed to a possible 2027 window for separate multiplayer, but Rockstar has not confirmed that date.
Gears of War: E-Day Targets 4K at 60 FPS with an RTX 5070 Ti
The Coalition's final PC requirements list 4K at 60 FPS for an RTX 5070 Ti and 1440p at 60 FPS for an RTX 3060 Ti. With upscaling enabled, Gears of War: E-Day looks more accessible than many recent Unreal Engine 5 releases.
CONTROL Resonant Takes Remedy Into a Bigger, Rougher World
Remedy's sequel moves seven years beyond Control, puts Dylan Faden at the centre and opens up a much larger Manhattan. Its melee combat is fast and forceful, but uneven enemy balance and thinner side content still need work.
Dark Souls 3 Path Tracing Mod Aims for Remake-Level Visuals
A new look at Ganaboy's Dark Souls 3 path tracing project shows the Crucifixion Woods with NVIDIA DLSS 5. The mod is still in development, with no public release date and an expected target near the end of 2026.
Marvel's Wolverine Beats Every PS5 Exclusive Since Spider-Man 2
Alinea Analytics estimates that Marvel's Wolverine sold 1.9 million copies and generated $130 million in three days on PS5, despite mixed online discussion and a 77 Metacritic score. Sony has not officially disclosed launch sales.
Xenogears Atlas Is Rebuilding the Classic for Modern PCs
The unofficial Xenogears Atlas project is going beyond a basic PC port. It has a rebuilt battle engine, locally upscaled HD textures and enhanced FMV, but it is still an early fan project with no official Square Enix status or release date.
Bruce Straley apologises after God of War Laufey criticism
Former Naughty Dog director Bruce Straley named God of War Laufey while criticising repetitive AAA design. He later apologised to Sony Santa Monica and said his comments had been taken out of context.
Baldur's Gate 3 mod adds a new region after 18 months
SquallyDaBeanz has released version 0.8 of a beta expansion for Baldur's Gate 3. It takes players beyond the Shadow-Cursed Lands and into a new region built around exploration and combat.
Kojima Says Sony Should Have Warned Him Before Dropping Physint
Hideo Kojima says Sony ended its Physint funding during an unexpected Zoom call, despite their 30-year relationship. Xbox now supports the project, which has Bill Skarsgård attached as its lead actor.
Resident Evil film reimagines T-Virus with new mutations and behaviour
The upcoming Resident Evil movie will feature the Umbrella Corporation and a reworked T-Virus, with writer-director Zach Cregger confirming new behavioural changes and creature designs not present in the original games
Resident Evil film adaptation will track bullets and health like the games
Director Zach Cregger has confirmed that his Resident Evil film will let viewers track the protagonist's bullets and health in real time, echoing the franchise's signature survival mechanics and raising the stakes for every encounter
Final Fantasy 7 Remake targets Advent Children visuals for trilogy
Square Enix has confirmed that the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy is being built to match the visual standard of the 2005 film Advent Children, aiming to deliver the film's character fidelity and atmosphere in playable form
Fan Lego GTA 6 build captures the game's spirit with striking detail
A fan creator has constructed a Lego set inspired by GTA 6 featuring protagonists Lucia and Jason in a dramatic escape scene with a custom logo but there is no official Lego GTA 6 set and none is expected
Halloween The Game removes controversial minigame after viral clip
IllFonic has removed a sex-themed minigame from Halloween The Game following a viral gameplay video and mounting criticism. The developer confirmed the change in a statement and addressed the oversight ahead of the game's full release
Riot Games Faces Doubt as League of Legends MMO Remains in Development
Riot Games has reaffirmed its commitment to the long-awaited League of Legends MMO, but player scepticism is mounting after years of resets, leadership changes and the recent end of support for 2XKO
Exodus Ending Changes Based on Player Choices and Companion Loyalty
Archetype Entertainment's Exodus will launch in April 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, with its ending and companion fates shaped by the choices you make throughout the game's branching narrative
Insomniac Identifies Lady Deathstrike in Marvel's Wolverine Trailer Confusion
Insomniac Games has officially confirmed that the sword-wielding antagonist in the latest Marvel's Wolverine trailer is Lady Deathstrike, not Psylocke, following widespread speculation and debate across social media platforms
Valve Secretly Released Left 4 Dead 2 Trailer After ESRB Block
Valve has admitted to deliberately leaking the Left 4 Dead 2 cinematic trailer after the ESRB refused to approve its release, revealing a rare case of a developer using a self-leak to sidestep content restrictions and drive pre-launch attention
Nintendo Direct schedules Zelda 40th Anniversary and Switch 2 reveals
Nintendo has confirmed two Direct presentations for September 2026 including a dedicated The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct and a general Nintendo Direct covering upcoming Switch 2 games
Tomb Raider Legacy of Atlantis Preview Reveals Divisive New Mechanics
Crystal Dynamics has showcased Tomb Raider Legacy of Atlantis with striking visuals and controversial gameplay changes including skill trees and survival elements raising questions about the direction of this ambitious remake
The Blood of Dawnwalker Sells One Million in Two Days After Launch
The Blood of Dawnwalker has surpassed one million copies sold within 48 hours of release on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, marking a significant debut for Rebel Wolves and publisher Bandai Namco
Fury of Dracula 5th Edition Returns with New Features and Divisive Art
Avalon Hill has released Fury of Dracula 5th Edition, reviving the sought-after hidden movement board game with new gameplay options and a controversial visual overhaul. Here's what's changed, what remains familiar, and what players should expect
Halloween The Game launches with major technical issues on PlayStation
Halloween The Game has arrived on PlayStation but early play reveals severe bugs, broken animations and erratic AI. Illfonic's adaptation of the classic horror film faces criticism for its lack of polish and technical instability at launch
gamescom pledges security overhaul after indie developer thefts spark backlash
gamescom organisers have issued a public apology and committed to new security reviews after multiple indie developers reported stolen equipment at the event, with industry support and criticism forcing a change in approach
Double Fine regains independence after Xbox exit and major staff cuts
Double Fine has returned to full independence following Xbox's divestment and a quarter of its staff being laid off. Founder Tim Schafer outlines the studio's survival strategy and creative future as it navigates a challenging industry landscape
Nintendo Direct set for Zelda 40th anniversary and Switch 2 reveals
Nintendo is preparing two Direct broadcasts focused on The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary and upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 games, with predictions pointing to a major Ocarina of Time remake and new hardware editions
Hideki Kamiya Signals Scalebound Revival if Xbox Leadership Commits
Hideki Kamiya has publicly invited Xbox CEO Asha Sharma to revive Scalebound, the long-cancelled action RPG, stating his readiness to return if Xbox is willing to restart development under new leadership
Hideki Kamiya urges publishers to protect games for future players
Hideki Kamiya has called on publishers to take responsibility for game preservation as PlayStation prepares to end physical disc production in 2028 and the industry shifts towards digital-only releases
Tetris Company rejects White House Build the Wall clone game
The Tetris Company has issued a public response after the Trump administration launched a government-hosted clone game called Build the Wall, distancing itself from the project and warning of copyright concerns
Gran Turismo 7 Update Brings Back Autumn Ring and Adds Sportsland Sugo
Polyphony Digital has announced a major Gran Turismo 7 update for 2026, reintroducing the classic Autumn Ring circuit, debuting Sportsland Sugo, and delivering a dozen new cars alongside new features and modes for PlayStation players
