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Former GTA 5 producer expects GTA 6 world to be vast and detailed
John Ricchio, who previously worked on GTA 5, has suggested that Rockstar Games is likely to deliver a significantly larger or more detailed world in GTA 6, continuing the studio's established trend of expanding its open-world environments
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced rebuilt from scratch for 2026 release
Ubisoft has revealed that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced required a full redevelopment, as the original 2013 codebase was unsuitable for modern platforms and technology. The remake closely follows the original but is fundamentally a new build
Steam Machine price stays high as memory shortages worsen in 2026
Valve has confirmed that the Steam Machine's steep price is unlikely to drop soon, with ongoing global memory shortages continuing to drive up costs for both production and consumers
Palworld 1.0 approaches one million concurrent players on Steam
Palworld 1.0 has drawn nearly one million concurrent players on Steam, with official tracking sites reporting a weekend peak just below the milestone. The monster-collecting survival game continues to attract significant attention following its full release
Splatoon Raiders release date set for 23 July on Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo has officially confirmed Splatoon Raiders will launch exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 on 23 July 2026, with pre-orders now open and select UK retailers offering exclusive bonus items
Xbox clarifies single-player exclusivity will be decided case by case
Xbox has clarified that not all single-player games from its studios will be exclusive to Xbox consoles, with future exclusivity decisions to be made individually rather than by genre or mode
ZA/UM Announces Layoffs After Zero Parades: For Dead Spies Launch
ZA/UM, the studio behind Disco Elysium, has confirmed layoffs affecting up to 32 staff members following the release of Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, citing commercial challenges despite critical praise
Xbox Clarifies Exclusive Plans as Gears of War: E-Day Stays Off PS5
Xbox executives have confirmed that Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution are not the only exclusives in development, but warn players not to expect every single-player title to remain Xbox-only as the company refines its approach
Jimothy the Raccoon Inspires World of Warcraft and RuneScape Tributes
A viral raccoon named Jimothy has captured the attention of the gaming world, prompting World of Warcraft and Old School RuneScape developers to create in-game tributes, though official support remains unconfirmed
Call of Duty Ambience Website Recreates Classic Multiplayer Lobbies
A new fan-made website lets players relive the chaotic audio of classic Call of Duty lobbies, streaming 24/7 voice chat from Modern Warfare 2, Black Ops, and Black Ops 2 for anyone seeking a dose of nostalgia or background noise
Bethesda's Todd Howard Breaks Silence on Reddit as Fans Demand Oblivion Patch
Bethesda's Todd Howard has posted on Reddit for the first time in months, encouraging player feedback after the studio's latest roadmap. The move has triggered renewed calls for updates to The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
Slowpoke Card Adds 'All-You-Can-Yeet' Move in Pokémon TCG Expansion
Pokémon Trading Card Game's latest Pitch Black expansion introduces a Slowpoke card with a new move, 'All-You-Can-Yeet', drawing attention for its unusual name and gameplay effect
Xbox Restructuring Shifts Focus to Legacy Franchises Over New Ideas
Xbox has announced a major restructure, cutting 3,200 jobs and parting ways with several studios. The company is now prioritising established franchises like Halo and Fallout, raising questions about the future of original game development
Cliff Bleszinski Reflects on LawBreakers Failure and Considers Return
Cliff Bleszinski, known for Gears of War, has discussed his personal struggles and the impact on Boss Key Productions, revealing he is now sober and weighing a possible return to game development
Moss: The Forgotten Relic Remake Delivers a Charming Fairy Tale Adventure
Moss: The Forgotten Relic brings the acclaimed VR fairy tale to traditional platforms, offering a reworked experience with minor camera issues but strong character-driven storytelling
Palworld 1.0 Update Delivers Smoother Progression and Story Content
Palworld's 1.0 release introduces a more stable experience, improved progression, and a new story structure, addressing many of the technical and design issues seen during Early Access
College Football 27 Delivers Smart On-Field Tweaks but Off-Field Grind Persists
EA's College Football 27 introduces refined gameplay and new features for Dynasty and Road to Glory, but players will spend even more time managing menus and numbers off the pitch than before
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced director outlines post-launch support plans
Richard Knight, director of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, has suggested ongoing updates and support are likely, with new features and fixes expected as the game approaches the launch window of GTA 6 in November 2026
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