Gameplay Analysis
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A Crimson Desert Modder Builds Co-Op Before Pearl Abyss
A community mod has brought two-player co-op to Crimson Desert before Pearl Abyss has released an official multiplayer mode. Movement, combat effects and shared enemy damage already work, but the two players still occupy different world states.
Tales of Symphonia Definitive Edition Beta Starts on 11 October
A fan-made Steam mod will enter public testing on 11 October 2026. It restores 60 frames per second, missing content, GameCube-based textures and combat changes aimed at fixing the dated PC port.
GTA 6 set for November 2026 after a 13-year wait
Rockstar Games has scheduled Grand Theft Auto VI for 19 November 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The game will expand Vice City into a larger Leonida setting with new weather systems and a single-player campaign, but Rockstar has not given GTA VI Online a release date or monetization plan.
Crimson Desert Mod Brings Four Live Seasons to Pywel
A new PC mod gives Pywel four seasons that change as players move through the game. Seasons of Pywel adds snow, temperature effects and seasonal weather while Pearl Abyss prepares the Charting the Unknown expansion for October 29, 2026.
Two PC Mods Give CONTROL Resonant the Combat Depth It Needs
Two PC mods reshape CONTROL Resonant's late-game combat. One adds instant weapon-form switching, while the other brings in a D-to-SSS ranking system that rewards variety and pressure.
Final Fantasy VII Revelation Is Built for More Than One Playthrough
Naoki Hamaguchi says Final Fantasy VII Revelation will change quests and endings based on the character chosen for each experience, giving players a reason to return after finishing the game.
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.
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.
Phantom Blade Zero sets PS5 launch for October 2026
S-GAME will release Phantom Blade Zero on PS5 and PC on 29 October 2026. The game will feature eight endings, four difficulty modes, weapon switching and the Sha-Chi combat system.
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.
Bloomwalker store pages go live for Xbox PlayStation and Steam
Netmarble has launched official store pages for Bloomwalker on Xbox PlayStation and Steam alongside a new trailer from Tokyo Game Show 2026 giving players a first look at the crafting adventure's customisable Pocket Dimension
Marvel's Wolverine advanced ray tracing tested on PlayStation 5 Pro
A new technical comparison reveals how Marvel's Wolverine leverages the PlayStation 5 Pro's advanced ray tracing, with the upgraded console sustaining high frame rates and sharper visuals while losing only a few frames per second
Toada Brava Demo Brings Hand-Drawn JRPG Action to Steam on PC
Asteristic Game Studio has unveiled Toada Brava, a 2D turn-based RPG inspired by JRPG classics, with a playable demo now live on Steam. Set in a Latin American-inspired world, the game promises instant battles and music-driven magic
GTA 5's Michael Actor Rejects Claims GTA 6 Looks Too Familiar
Ned Luke, who played Michael De Santa in Grand Theft Auto 5, has dismissed criticism that Grand Theft Auto 6 appears too similar to its predecessor, highlighting Rockstar's technical progress and new gameplay features shown in recent footage
GTA 6 Fans Trace Jason and Lucia's Apartment to Demolished Miami Block
Grand Theft Auto 6 players believe they have identified the real Miami building that inspired Jason and Lucia's Vice City apartment, but the original structure no longer exists and cannot be visited
Rockstar Chose Netflix for GTA 6 Extended Look, Not the Other Way Round
Rockstar Games has clarified it was their decision to debut Grand Theft Auto 6: Extended Look exclusively on Netflix for a limited period, challenging assumptions about the streaming partnership and raising new questions about future marketing plans
GTA 6 Trailer Sparks Debate Over Streamer Reference in Netflix Showcase
Rockstar's extended Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay reveal on Netflix included a side mission that appears to reference Kick streamer Neon, prompting discussion among creators and fans about the game's approach to real-world influencer culture
GTA 6 Console Versions Target 30fps as 60fps Mode Deemed Unlikely
Technical analysis of Grand Theft Auto 6's latest showcase suggests the game will run at 30 frames per second on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with experts warning that a 60fps mode is improbable even on high-end PCs
GTA 6 Extended Look Reveals Range of Side Activities for Players
Rockstar has released nearly 30 minutes of Grand Theft Auto 6 footage, offering a closer look at the variety of side activities players can expect beyond the main missions, from rally racing to base-jumping and more
MR. RECORDS Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 with New Gameplay Trailer
Wired Productions and Glee-Cheese have confirmed MR. RECORDS for Nintendo Switch 2, debuting a new gameplay trailer at the Future Games Show during Gamescom and highlighting its rhythm adventure structure
Black Myth: Zhong Kui Trailer Reveals a More Grounded Direction
Game Science has released the first gameplay trailer for Black Myth: Zhong Kui, signalling a shift from the epic scale of Black Myth: Wukong to a more grounded, character-driven approach. The footage suggests a focus on narrative and atmosphere over spectacle
Tides of Annihilation Faces Player Debate After Gwendolyn Model Update
Eclipse Glow Games has responded to player concerns after new gameplay footage for Tides of Annihilation revealed a revised facial model for main character Gwendolyn, prompting discussion about the game's evolving art direction and technical choices
Insomniac Clarifies Wolverine Suit Healing in Marvel's Wolverine Gameplay
Insomniac Games has addressed community questions about Marvel's Wolverine, explaining why Logan's suit appears to heal alongside his body in recent gameplay footage and how this decision balances visual impact with gameplay practicality
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
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