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Take-Two CEO Predicts Streaming Will Match Console Quality by 2029
Take-Two's Strauss Zelnick has suggested that commercial-grade video game streaming could rival console performance within three years, but only if it can deliver titles like GTA 6 with the same fidelity and responsiveness
Inde Navarrette Eyes Resident Evil Voice Role as Gaming Ambitions Grow
Obsession star Inde Navarrette has revealed she is moving into voice acting for games, expressing a strong interest in joining Capcom's Resident Evil series. Her comments highlight a growing crossover between screen talent and major gaming franchises
Big Walk's Co-op Puzzles Redefine Communication in Multiplayer Gaming
Big Walk, developed by House House, challenges players to solve open-world puzzles through proximity voice chat and teamwork, offering a distinctive co-op experience that relies on shared language and creative problem-solving
Madden NFL 27 Preview: Persona Engine and Passing Overhaul Impress Early
EA Sports has released early impressions of Madden NFL 27, highlighting a reworked passing system and the new Persona Engine for Franchise mode, with initial feedback suggesting meaningful improvements over last year's entry
Persona series surpasses one million sales in Sega's latest quarter
Sega has reported that Atlus' Persona series sold over a million copies between April and June 2026, despite no new releases, as anticipation builds for Persona 4 Revival and Persona 6
Mark Darrah explains why Baldur's Gate 3 succeeds as a sequel
Mark Darrah, who worked on the original Baldur's Gate games, has highlighted why Baldur's Gate 3 stands out as a sequel, crediting its willingness to evolve beyond the series' classic formula and embrace new influences
Gears of War: E-Day Beta Sets Franchise Record for Steam Players
The Gears of War: E-Day open beta has delivered the highest Steam concurrent player peak in series history, with early access numbers already surpassing previous entries ahead of the full October release
Crimson Desert patch resolves quick slot food bug after player outcry
Pearl Abyss has released a patch for Crimson Desert that addresses a persistent inventory bug, finally correcting how food items are assigned to the quick slot and responding to weeks of player frustration
GTA 6 Release Date Holds for November as Take-Two Details Next Reveal
Take-Two has reaffirmed Grand Theft Auto VI's 19 November release date and outlined plans for an extended preview, while also reporting strong sales for GTA 5 and NBA 2K26 in its latest financial update
Datamine Reveals Cut Vehicle Combat Plans for Call of Duty: World at War
Newly surfaced datamined content suggests Call of Duty: World at War once aimed for a much greater emphasis on vehicle combat in multiplayer, including customisable tanks and dedicated maps, before these features were scaled back or removed
Quake Remaster Adds Free 19-Level Campaign for 30th Anniversary
id Software and MachineGames have released a substantial new campaign for the 2021 Quake remaster, offering 19 fresh levels, new weapons, and expanded replayability to mark the franchise's 30th anniversary
That's No Moon Layoffs Impact Crossfire Development Team
Crossfire developer That's No Moon has confirmed a round of layoffs affecting technical and environmental artists, raising questions about the studio's ongoing AAA project and its future release plans
Indie Dev Raises Alarm After Google AI Reveals Private Game Detail
A solo developer behind Operation Octo has reported that Google's Gemini AI surfaced a confidential character name from their unreleased content, prompting new questions about how AI systems access and process private game development data
Baldur's Gate 3 Video Reveals 10 Rare Endings and Hidden Scenes
Larian Studios has published a new video highlighting ten of the rarest scenes and character outcomes in Baldur's Gate 3, including obscure endings and narrative twists that most players will never encounter
Studio Reset Reveals The Eventide, a Neon-Noir Supernatural Mystery
BioWare veterans at Studio Reset have announced The Eventide, a supernatural detective game set in a neon-lit Canadian city, promising creative risks and narrative depth rarely seen in AAA development
Devolver Digital to Delist from AIM and Return to Private Ownership
Devolver Digital has announced plans to delist from the AIM market and become a private company again, citing shareholder pressures and the realities of game development as key reasons for the move
Ubisoft Confirms New Ghost Recon Game and Opens Closed Test Sign-Ups
Ubisoft has officially announced a new Ghost Recon game and is inviting players to register for closed tests, offering fans a chance to influence development as the series returns after several years away
The Secret of Weepstone Demo Brings 1980s RPG Nostalgia to Steam
The Secret of Weepstone demo is now available on Steam, offering players a taste of its hand-drawn, monochrome dungeon-crawling inspired by classic tabletop RPGs and early Macintosh adventures
Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest Announced for Consoles and PC in 2026
Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest, a turn-based RPG based on Erin Hunter's Warriors series, has been officially revealed for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, with a release set for autumn 2026
GTA 6 Extended Look Paywalled on Netflix Before YouTube Release
Rockstar Games has announced that the next extended look at Grand Theft Auto 6 will debut on Netflix before arriving on YouTube, prompting debate over paywalled access and the company's evolving release strategy
First Print Pokémon Red, Blue and Yellow Sell for $2 Million
Three first print copies of Pokémon Red, Blue and Yellow have been sold for $2 million to the Dubai Collection, marking one of the largest video game transactions ever and highlighting the rising value of physical gaming media
Okami's Iconic Log Scene Was Inspired by Spider-Man 2's Train Rescue
Hideki Kamiya has revealed that a memorable gameplay sequence in Okami was directly influenced by a pivotal scene from Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 2, offering new insight into the creative process behind the 2006 classic
Nintendo's $300m US tariff refund boosts profits but not Switch prices
Nintendo has reported a 150% year-on-year rise in operating profit, largely due to a $300 million US tariff refund, but confirmed that these savings will not be passed on to Switch or Switch 2 buyers
Diablo 4 Switch 2 Release Reportedly Set for September with Code-in-Box
Diablo 4 is reportedly launching on Nintendo Switch 2 in mid-September as a code-in-box edition priced at $69.99, but it remains unclear whether the latest DLC will be included in this version
Fallout 3 Remaster Targets Original Vision After 2008 Tech Limits
Nate Purkeypile, former Bethesda artist and Fallout 76 lead, has discussed the technical constraints that shaped Fallout 3 in 2008 and shared his hopes for a more faithful remaster as technology advances
Mistfall Hunter Hits One Million Players as Season 1 Roadmap Unveiled
Mistfall Hunter has surpassed one million players, prompting Bellring Games to publish a detailed season 1 roadmap and tease new content for season 2, including additional modes and gameplay challenges
RuneScape U-turns on One-Time-Use Microtransactions After Player Pushback
Jagex has reversed its decision to introduce consumable microtransaction cosmetics in RuneScape, moving to a permanent unlock model following immediate negative feedback from the player community
Sony faces antitrust complaint in Mexico over PlayStation physical game support
Mexican politicians have filed an antitrust complaint against Sony, challenging PlayStation's plan to end physical game support and questioning whether digital purchases truly grant ownership or only rental rights
EA goes private after $55bn Saudi-led buyout as layoffs expected
EA has officially completed its $55 billion acquisition by Saudi Arabia's Private Investment Fund and partners, with reports indicating significant job cuts may follow as the company seeks to reduce costs
PlayStation 5 Boxes Now Carry Warnings on End of Physical Game Discs
Sony has begun adding warning stickers to PlayStation 5 packaging, alerting buyers that new physical game discs will no longer be produced from January 2028, as the company moves towards an all-digital future for its consoles
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