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Read MoreAustralia’s emergence as one of the world’s most creatively vibrant gaming clusters has been a compelling story throughout the global industry. The country has rebounded from near collapse following the 2008 economic crisis to establish itself as an outstanding creative center, producing hits like Hollow Knight, Unpacking, The Artful Escape and Untitled Goose Game at
Read MoreMore games have been introduced than in prior years Image: Damien McFerran / Nintendo Life If you are likely subscribed to Nintendo Switch Online, you may feel that this year has been notably rich with new titles on both the standard tier and the Expansion Pack. Certainly, not all of them have been iconic —
Read More“At this moment, it’s challenging to provide a definitive answer.” Image: Bandai Namco One of the major highlights from last night’s Game Awards was the unveiling of Elden Ring: Nightreign, a brand new standalone, cooperative Elden Ring experience set to launch next year on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Our fortunate
Read MoreImage: Nintendo Life It was previously unimaginable for it to be a Nintendo evening and, as anticipated, news regarding Switch was scarce during last night’s TGA 2024 showcase. Nintendo did not win any awards, but reflecting on the top-tier releases of 2024, one could argue that this was the year Nintendo didn’t need to secure
Read MoreSurf and Turf by Jim Norman 11:45am Dave The Diver has quickly become one of the most reliable titles at every gaming showcase since its debut on PC and consoles last year, and The Game Awards was no exception. Developer MINTROCKET made an appearance at this year’s Geoff-fest to unveil the upcoming ‘In the Jungle‘
Read MoreBattle of the Bands Image: Nintendo Lifestyles Following an evening filled with exciting SEGA announcements at The Game Awards, the newly appointed president and COO, Shuji Utsumi, sat down with Eurogamer to discuss his vision for the future. The discussion covered everything from Utsumi’s previous experience with SEGA to the upcoming revival projects, as well
Read MoreGameSpot may earn revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases made through links. The Backbone One mobile controller is currently available at its lowest price as part of Totally Buy’s 12 Days of Gaming promotion. Until 10 PM PT on December 13—or until it sells out—you can grab the
Read MoreGameSpot may potentially generate income from affiliate and advertising agreements for sharing this content and from purchases through the links. The Game Awards revealed an announcement trailer for the upcoming game linked to the new HBO series, Game of Thrones: Kingsroad. This mobile RPG is being developed by Netmarble and narrates a fresh original tale
Read More“`html GameSpot may also genuinely discover revenue through affiliate and promotional collaborations for distributing this content and from transactions via links. Amazon has restocked the newly crowned Game of the Year. Astro Bot, the recipient of the top honor at The Game Awards, is available for $50 as part of PlayStation’s Holiday Sale. The delightful
Read MoreGameSpot may receive earnings from affiliate and advertising partnerships for promoting this content and from purchases through links. Swedish development team 10 Chambers unveiled Den of Wolves during last year’s Game Awards, making it fitting that this year’s Game Awards featured the premiere of the main gameplay trailer. As highlighted in the trailer below, Den
Read MoreAfter two decades, Okami returns. Unveiled at The Game Awards 2024, Okami Sequel serves as the working title for the follow-up to 2006’s Okami, a critically praised action-adventure game celebrated for its artistic visuals and enchanting reinterpretation of Japanese mythology. Currently, there is no release date for the game…Discover More
Read MoreElden Ring: Nightreign appears to merge the realms of Dark Souls and Elden Ring for the very first time, as astute admirers have identified recognizable residents of Lordan within The Lands Between. Elden Ring: Nightreign was unveiled at The Game Awards last night – it is a standalone, three-player adventure played in 40-minute sessions, but
Read MoreFollowing a series of The Last of Us-themed remasters over the years, Naughty Dog‘s Neil Druckmann acknowledges that you are eager for something fresh in Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. Before that, The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered is set to arrive on PC next year. “We’re all excited to introduce The Last of Us
Read MoreElden Ring Nightreign came as a surprise to nearly everyone when it was revealed during The Game Awards 2024. What’s even more impressive for those who have invested over 100 hours into the original game is that FromSoftware has entirely dubbed this co-op spin-off a “short RPG.” Noteworthy designer of Dark Souls and Bloodborne, Junya
Read Moreアニメ『ワンパンマン』10周年記念PV | One-Punch Man Tenth Anniversary PV – YouTube Gaze On After months of eager anticipation, fans are thrilled to receive an update regarding the release timeline for the eagerly awaited One-Punch Man season 3. “One-Punch Man season 3 is set to premiere in 2025! The latest installment of the series is scheduled
Read MoreThe developers of Mafia: The Ragged Nation are no longer apprehensive about comparisons with GTA 6, as the two franchises have been diverging for the last 22 years. In an interview with IGN, Alex Cox, the game director of Mafia: The Ragged Nation, along with Hangar 13 president Prick Baynes, shared their thoughts on launching
Read MoreThe ultimate renowned gaming event of the year by Fraser Gilbert The day before this, 10pm Greetings! It is finally time for The Game Awards 2024, which signifies the last anticipated Xbox-related event of the year, and all indications point to an event filled with outstanding announcements – including new titles arriving on Xbox! “Live
Read MoreOne thing to keep you occupied this weekend by Fraser Gilbert Yesterday, at 6:30pm As if the plethora of Xbox Free Play Days options weren’t sufficient, Bandai Namco is presenting a special opportunity for Xbox fans this weekend with a complimentary “Open Network Test” for the forthcoming shooter, SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada. This title is
Read MoreTest Drive Unlimited Solar Crown Season 2 has arrived, bringing back Ibiza; the iconic locale from 2011’s Test Drive Unlimited 2. While this is a scaled-down version of the party island compared to its Xbox 360 edition, Ibiza remains a remarkably enjoyable addition to the game – it’s simply unfortunate that the core features of
Read MoreDid you manage to acquire the early access? by Fraser Gilbert Yesterday, 4:06pm Last week, we highlighted the release of Path of Exile 2 for Xbox and how it is set to become a free-to-play game eventually, but for now, it launched as an early access title. It seems that this early access release has
Read More“`html Indeed, it’s that special time of year again, everyone! Whether you’re searching for the perfect Xbox gift alternatives or the top Christmas presents for gamers this season, we have you covered right here on this very page. Below, you will discover a variety of stocking stuffers and video game-themed options that will make fantastic
Read MoreCaptured on Nintendo Switch (Handheld/Undocked) Being from the UK, the name ‘Rita’ did not really resonate well with us in Power Rangers. It conjures images of Rita from the local chip shop, who might ask if you want salt and vinegar with that; or perhaps Rita from down the street, who could be a rebellious
Read MoreHo ho, what a surprise! Christmas is here once again, which means that No Gravity Games is back with another generous promotion of complimentary Switch games; a total of eleven, to be exact. Indeed, the company’s ‘Switchmas Giveaway’ is happening, starting on December 9, 2024, at 12 AM PT. They will be offering one free
Read MoreFive golden RINGS As we approach the middle of December, do you realize what is just around the corner? That’s right, it’s almost time for Christmas Day the theatrical release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3! Before the blue hedgehog hits the big screen for the third time on December 20th, Paramount Pictures is brightening up
Read MoreImage: The Game Awards Well, everyone, Geoff Keighley is back once more with another edition of The Game Awards. This year’s celebration commemorates the tenth Anniversary of The Game Awards, so we’re anticipating some enormous revelations (not solely game announcements, mind you) and impressive festivities. Of course, there will be a plethora of sponsored advertisements
Read MorePre-orders commence next week In some exciting news, the incredible Sonic-style platformer Freedom Planet 2 will soon receive a Limited Run physical release for the Switch. This title initially debuted on the eShop earlier this year and earned a 9 out of 10 rating from us here at Nintendo Life. The physical release will feature
Read MoreGameSpot can also simply generate revenue from affiliate and promotional partnerships for disseminating this information and from transactions via links. If you are looking to enhance your PS5 game collection or pick up a few presents, the 2024 PlayStation Holiday Sale is currently ongoing and features most PS5 console exclusives at significant discounts. While it’s
Read MoreGameSpot may also earn revenue through affiliate marketing and promotional partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases made via links. Fanatical’s Winter Sale is underway, offering significant discounts on hundreds of PC games, along with exclusive promotions that can earn you free bonus Steam keys, coupon codes, and more. The sale continues from Wednesday,
Read More“`html GameSpot might potentially earn revenue through affiliate and promotional partnerships for disseminating this content and from purchases via links. Admirers of PlayStation’s Horizon series can acquire the recently launched Aloy action figure now priced at just $35 (originally $50) at Amazon. This represents the best offer so far for the inaugural—and most expensive—figure within
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