GameSpot might possibly earn revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for promoting this content as well as from purchases made through provided links. After its digital debut at the end of 2024, The Thing: Remastered will be released physically for PS5 and Switch on June 25. The devoted and highly acclaimed remake of the 2002
Read MoreGameSpot may potentially receive income from affiliate and advertising collaborations for promoting this content and from purchases via links. Advertisements for four unverified Activision mobile games–Guitar Hero Mobile, Call of Duty: Sniper, Call of Duty: Zombies Defender, and Crash Bandicoot Brawl–reportedly showcase what players believe to be AI-generated artwork. This information comes just a few
Read MoreLast week’s Pokemon Presentation unveiled our initial genuine glimpse at Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and offered an engaging quiz – which starter Pokemon will you choose? If you’re feeling unsure, a pre-release incentive could aid in your decision. Pokemon Legends: Z-A is set in the Kalos region from X and Y, yet similar to Legends: Arceus
Read MoreJames Cameron has lauded Avatar star Zoe Saldaña following her victory at the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress at the 97th Oscars. She garnered the accolade for her portrayal of attorney Rita Mora Castro in Emilia Perez, the surprise musical success on Netflix. “I was overjoyed to see Zoe recognized as the exceptional talent
Read MoreThis year celebrates the 30th anniversary of the JRPG franchise Suikoden, and in honor of this milestone, the video games are making their way to the small screen. An anime series inspired by the property has been announced, adapting one of the most cherished entries in the saga. The aptly named Suikoden: The Anime was
Read MoreMonster Hunter Wilds’ remarkable success persists, as Capcom has now announced that the game has reached eight million sales in record time for the company. Capcom’s latest action RPG was launched across various platforms including PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S on Friday, and it quickly became evident that it was successful based on its
Read MoreWhile certain Baldur’s Gate 3 characters were recognized within the extensive lore of Dungeons & Dragons before making their debut in Larian Studios’ 2023 RPG, others, like Astarion, were only later introduced in the tabletop game’s official materials. The Monster Manual and Player’s Handbook are arguably two of the most vital and important D&D books
Read MoreSkip to primary content Year In Figures 2024 Games of the Year 2024 GI Podcast Layoffs Financials Navigation Features News Academy Events Newsletters Video Game Jobs Support us Join / Create account Home News Monster Hunter Wilds Launched on February 28, 2025, it became the quickest-selling title in Capcom’s history Image credit: Capcom News by
Read MoreGhostpunch Video games, 1518 Studios, and audio service provider SIDE have merged under the unified brand Image credit: Side The video game outsourcing firm PTW has recently undergone a rebranding, consolidating its subsidiaries 1518 Studios, audio service provider SIDE, and Ghostpunch Video games under a single brand name – Side. By integrating these diverse producers,
Read MoreSydney-based developer recently worked on enhancements for GTA: The Trilogy – Definitive Edition. Image credit: Rockstar Games Rockstar Games has acquired the Sydney-based developer Video Games Deluxe, rebranding it as Rockstar Australia. Video Games Deluxe contributed to the remasters of L.A. Noire and L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files, in addition to improvements on Grand
Read MoreRyozo Tsujimoto takes on a new role starting April 1 Image credit: Capcom Capcom’s current executive officer and chief product officer, Yoichi Egawa, will resign on April 1, with Monster Hunter producer Ryozo Tsujimoto taking over the position on that date. President and COO Haruhiro Tsujimoto will assume Egawa’s role of managing Capcom’s Pachinko and
Read MoreFounder Kenji Ozawa will accept any project failure instead of placing the blame on the development team Image credit: Studio Sasanqua Several months after departing from NetEase-owned Ouka Studios – which was shut down last year shortly after Square Enix released Visions of Mana – co-director Kenji Ozawa has founded Studio Sasanqua. In an interview
Read MoreImage credit: Capcom / Eurogamer Capcom has clarified the situation surrounding a perceived endgame softlock in Monster Hunter Wilds. The crucial quest 5-1: Omens instructs players to “Investigate the areas and elevate your HR”, but some players have already hit the Hunter Rank cap and were unable to advance. However, it seems that the explanation
Read MoreImage credit: Niantic / Pokémon The anticipation is indeed building for this weekend’s Pokémon Go Tour Unova, but the game is already gearing up for the next major public event – and the centerpiece of the game’s yearly calendar – Pokémon Go Fest 2025. Prior to its formal announcement, the logo for Go Fest 2025
Read MoreAnother modification transforms even the largest spider creatures into blobs. Image credit: Capcom / Eurogamer A modification for Monster Hunter Wilds has been developed that permits for unlimited character and palico alterations, effectively bypassing Capcom’s monetization strategies. As we reported last week, modifying your character after the initial setup needs special vouchers that can also
Read MorePC service encountered issues with its hang file once more this weekend. Image credit: Eurogamer/Capcom Steam achieved yet another remarkable milestone this weekend, with over 40 million users online simultaneously. Last Friday marked the launch of Monster Hunter Wilds, which hit a peak of over 1.38 million concurrent players on Saturday night. This same figure
Read MoreLies of P! Yakuza 5 Remastered! More! Image attribution: Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio Can you sense it? Spring is in the air. The mornings are becoming brighter, birds are chirping, and plants are beginning to break free from their frosty soil limitations. And, to herald the forthcoming season, Xbox has additional Game Pass news to
Read MoreVisions of Mana co-director Kenji Ozawa has founded a new studio called Sasanqua. Ozawa has launched Sasanqua just a few months after leaving NetEase-owned Ouka Studio, which was allegedly facing termination as of August 2024. In a discussion with Automaton about his new venture, Ozawa detailed that Sasanqua will initially focus on smaller-scale projects utilizing
Read MoreFor his YouTube instructional videos Record: Masahiro Sakurai on Creating Games Masahiro Sakurai, the iconic creator of Kirby and Super Smash Bros., has been honored by the Japanese Government’s Agency for Cultural Affairs. Sakurai announced on social media platform X (noted by VGC) that he has been recognized as a recipient of the Cultural Affairs’
Read MoreWerehogs, now no longer swearhogs by Jim Norman 3:45pm Regardless of its enduring cultural significance, time has transformed public perception of Sonic Unleashed. What debuted in high definition on Xbox 360 and PS3 (and standard definition on Wii and PS2) back in 2008, met with a tepid reaction of “oh, it’s like Sonic but slower…
Read MoreCaptured on Nintendo Switch (Handheld/Undocked) In Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, there’s a frequently cited exchange where the titular character, after plunging down the rabbit hole and becoming ensnared in a dreamlike realm, tells the Cheshire Cat that she does not wish to be surrounded by other animated individuals. “Oh, you might perhaps remedy that,”
Read MoreHooray! Image: Nintendo Lifestyles / Oscar Bown Following the release of a vibrant book reflecting on the historical legacy of Club Nintendo, Oscar Bown is back with another exciting Kickstarter project. This time, he is introducing an updated and expanded edition of the unofficial Colossal Mario Series book, featuring special content in honor of the
Read MoreXenoblade Chronicles X! Apologies, We’re Closed! Gal Guardians! by Ollie Reynolds 11:30am 4 25 About Ollie Reynolds A horror enthusiast at Nintendo Life, when he’s not immersed in Resident Heinous and Tranquil Hill narratives, Ollie enjoys diving deep into a gripping horror novel while savoring a delightful cup of tea. He also appreciates long strolls
Read MoreBy Darryn Bonthuys on February 28, 2025 at 12:00PM PST GameSpot may generate revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships by sharing this article and from purchases through links. We’re well into 2025, and in March, it feels as though the gaming year has truly shifted into a higher gear. February brought some impressive releases, but
Read MoreGameSpot may also generate revenue through affiliate and promotional partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases made via links. It has been nearly 5 years since Islanders offered cozy game enthusiasts a delightful city-building experience. Now, Coatsink has announced the arrival of a sequel, Islanders: New Shores, slated for consoles and PC this summer.
Read MoreGameSpot might receive compensation from affiliate and advertising collaborations for distributing this announcement material as well as from sales made through links. Metaphor: ReFantazio’s forthcoming official strategy guide is available for preorder at a price of $49 (down from $55) on Amazon. Although originally set to be released on February 28, publisher Future Press has
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Read MoreEveryone recalls the iconic kick in Zack Snyder‘s 300, but can you also execute a similar legendary move in Assassin’s Creed Shadows? The official Assassin’s Creed story features a clip of Yasuke, one of the main characters you can control in Shadows, engaging in a battle with a man on the steps of a house.
Read MoreGolden Boy actor Patrick Schwarzenegger has revealed he auditioned for both Homelander and Superman, although he did not secure either role. Schwarzenegger portrays Golden Boy in The Boys spin-off Gen V, and he can currently be seen in The White Lotus season 3. During an appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Schwarzenegger shared that
Read MoreSeverance season 2 has provided not only some engaging moments in the narrative but also some remarkable filmmaking. One particularly noteworthy shot, showcased in last week’s episode 7, didn’t even rely on CGI, making it even more impressive. “There’s a shot that moves from MDR to the control room below,” director and DP Jessica Lee
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