Game Series
27 storiesThe editorial mix can include announcements, comparisons and practical guidance involving reboots, compilation releases and handheld adaptations. The section also tracks mobile adaptations and regional title variants when they materially change access, design, support or interpretation. Narrower pages retain the exact definitions, leaving Game Series to guide readers across the field without becoming a catch-all tag.
Blizzard Emerges as Xbox's Top Studio After Overwatch and Diablo 4 Success
Blizzard Entertainment has reportedly become the leading Xbox studio, with Overwatch and Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred driving its strongest financial results in years, even as Microsoft's wider gaming division faces major restructuring and layoffs
Early Demon's Souls Footage Reveals Dropped First-Person Camera Option
Unreleased 2007 prototype footage has surfaced showing that Demon's Souls once featured a first-person camera mode, offering a glimpse at scrapped mechanics and early design decisions from Japan Studio PD#3
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
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
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
Monster Hunter Wilds demo launches with new bundles and global event
Capcom has released a playable demo for Monster Hunter Wilds, introduced new bundle options at a reduced price, and confirmed a global championship event for September 2026 across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC
My Hero Academia UNITED SURVIVAL Launches Tomorrow After 800,000 Pre-Registrations
My Hero Academia UNITED SURVIVAL, the new anime game app, has exceeded 800,000 pre-registrations ahead of its official launch on 6 August, with additional in-game rewards now confirmed for early supporters
Final Fantasy VII Revelation Will Tie Spin-Offs Into Its Ending
Naoki Hamaguchi has confirmed that Final Fantasy VII Revelation's ending will incorporate elements from multiple FFVII spin-offs, including Advent Children, Dirge of Cerberus and Crisis Core, raising new questions about the trilogy's narrative direction
Gears of War: E-Day Beta Headlines Xbox Game Pass August 2026 Additions
Xbox Game Pass will introduce a wave of new titles in early August, led by the open beta for Gears of War: E-Day, alongside several notable indie and sports releases for subscribers on console and PC
Assassin's Creed Black Flag's Seamless Sailing Faced Major Development Hurdles
Ubisoft developers have revealed the technical and design challenges behind Assassin's Creed Black Flag's seamless naval gameplay, explaining why the transition from mission-based sailing in Assassin's Creed 3 was far from straightforward
GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE and Persona Series Collaboration Set for August 2026
Level Infinite has officially announced a crossover event between GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE and the Persona series, bringing content from Persona 3 Reload, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 5 Royal to NIKKE in celebration of Persona's 30th anniversary this August
Super Mario Sunshine Arrives on Nintendo Switch Online in August
Nintendo has confirmed that Super Mario Sunshine will be added to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack catalogue on 13 August, requiring a Switch 2 and an active subscription to access the GameCube classic
BLUE REFLECTION Quartet launches on PlayStation, Switch and PC
KOEI TECMO and Gust have released BLUE REFLECTION Quartet, bringing all four series entries together in a single digital collection for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2 and Windows PC via Steam
Cyberpunk 2077's The Hunt Quest Drew Inspiration from True Detective
CD Projekt has revealed new details about the creation of The Hunt, a standout side quest in Cyberpunk 2077, highlighting its psychological approach and the disturbing elements that set it apart from typical action missions
Battlefield 6 Drives EA CEO's £38m Payday After Record Sales
EA's CEO has received a substantial pay rise following Battlefield 6's record-breaking launch, but the developers behind the game were laid off just months after release, raising questions about industry priorities
BioWare Veteran Explains Why a Dragon Age Trilogy Remaster Is Unlikely
A former Dragon Age lead has revealed why a Mass Effect-style remaster of the original trilogy is highly improbable, citing technical and organisational barriers at BioWare that make such a project far more complex than fans might expect
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Sequel Announced as Original Creator Returns
A sequel to Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is officially in development, led by original creative director Xia Siyuan at a new studio, following earlier reports of the team's disbandment and a transfer of franchise rights to 505 Games
Capcom Suggests Pragmata Sequel Likely After Strong Launch Sales
Capcom has indicated that a sequel to Pragmata is now highly probable, following robust early sales for the sci-fi action-adventure. The publisher's latest financial results highlight the game's rapid commercial momentum and growing franchise potential
Cut Zombies Mode Uncovered in Call of Duty: Black Ops PS4 Port
A previously unknown Zombies tower defence mode has been discovered in the PlayStation 4 port of Call of Duty: Black Ops, offering a rare look at an abandoned experiment from the franchise's early days
Secret Halo: Campaign Evolved Ending Points to Possible Halo 2 Remake
A hidden cutscene in Halo: Campaign Evolved's Legendary ending has sparked speculation that Halo Studios may be preparing a full remake of Halo 2, though no official announcement has been made
Every Legend of Zelda Game on Switch and Switch 2 by 2026
Nintendo has detailed the full line-up of The Legend of Zelda games available on Nintendo Switch, with new entries and upgrades confirmed for Switch 2, plus a major remake and a live-action film adaptation on the horizon
RuneScape Monopoly Special Edition Pre-Orders Open Ahead of October Launch
Jagex has opened pre-orders for the RuneScape special edition of MONOPOLY, letting fans bring Gielinor to the tabletop. The boardgame is available via the official RuneScape Merch Store, with shipping set for October 2026
Miyamoto Explains Nintendo's Remake Strategy After Star Fox and Zelda News
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto has addressed concerns about frequent remakes, suggesting that updated versions of Star Fox and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time could pave the way for future developments on Switch 2
Langrisser: Sea of Sword Gameplay Trailer Reveals Major Tactical Changes
BlackJack Studio has released the first gameplay trailer for Langrisser: Sea of Sword, showcasing a reworked combat system, destructible environments and expanded exploration across PC, Steam and mobile platforms
Nintendo Explains Splatoon 4 Absence as Splatoon Raiders Launches
Nintendo has released Splatoon Raiders as a Switch 2 exclusive, but the mainline Splatoon 4 remains unannounced. Developers have clarified why the series is taking a different direction for now and what this means for future competitive entries
Broken Sword - The Smoking Mirror: Reforged Gets Physical Release Date
Red Art Games has announced that Broken Sword - The Smoking Mirror: Reforged will launch physically on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X in February 2026, with limited Deluxe Editions available for pre-order
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