Perhaps it’s due to the fact that I was a young child when The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask was launched in 2000, but I’ve always remembered it as the Zelda installment that came closest to being a full-fledged horror experience. Wait, no, it’s definitely because it’s incredibly disturbing. Apart from the obvious elements like
Read MoreRecently, the gaming hardware producer Corsair tentatively stated and then swiftly retracted that Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to arrive on PC early next year. According to IGN, Corsair’s VP of finance, Ronald van Veen, made this announcement during a financial call, saying: “Yeah, GTA 6 is probably the one everyone is discussing. And
Read MoreTony Dalton has confirmed his return to the role of Jack Duquesne for Daredevil: Born Again once again. Dalton portrayed Jack, also known as The Swordsman, a wealthy nobleman who ultimately gets framed for the murder of his uncle by Kate Bishop’s mother, his fiancée, in the 2021 Disney Plus series. At the conclusion of
Read MoreMMO trailblazer Raph Koster, who is notably recognized as the chief designer of Ultima Online and the creative director of Star Wars Galaxies, indicates that the lasting triumph of World of Warcraft has negatively impacted the genre’s diversity. In an interview with GamesRadar+, Koster remarks that MMOs have been “stuck in a rut for a
Read MoreAvatar: The Last Airbender is arriving to MTG. Debuting without warning as part of MagicCon Chicago 2025, MTG Avatar: The Last Airbender is a completely Original-themed set that allows players to “team up with your beloved characters for fresh adventures, iconic artwork, and an elemental clash like never before.” Oh, and don’t worry; the set
Read More“Transformation is the sole constant in our industry,” states CEO Alexis Garavaryan Image credit: Kepler Interactive Kepler Interactive proudly presents a notably diverse collection of games, ranging from Tchia, inspired by the vibrant blue waters of New Caledonia, to the survival horror adventure game renowned for its haunting visuals, and operates a creative studio that
Read MoreThe NetEase hero shooter, which recently underwent layoffs, has entered the Top 5 for total revenue Image credit: NetEase Marvel Rivals achieved a spot in the Top 5 of Newzoo’s overall revenue list for January 2025, climbing one position since its launch on December 6, 2024. NetEase’s hero shooter held the top position for player
Read MoreSolidarity 6 has been downloaded 2.8 million times since its launch in October 2024. Solidarity has shared its financial outcomes for Q4 and the entire fiscal year, noting a decline in revenue during the fourth quarter which surpassed previous forecasts of between $422 million and $427 million. The game engine developer also surpassed its projections
Read MoreHome News Pacific Drive Ironwood Studios’ driving survival game was released on February 22, 2024 Image credit: Ironwood Studios News by Sophie McEvoy Staff Writer Published on Feb. 21, 2025 This is a News-in-Brief article, our concise format linking to an official source for additional information. Learn more about this story by following the link
Read MoreRauma was employed at the Finnish studio for 11 years Credit description: Fingersoft Fingersoft COO Ville Rauma has departed from the Finnish company after a tenure of 11 years. Announcing his exit on LinkedIn, Rauma did not disclose the reason for his departure. However, he mentioned he is “exploring new job opportunities, considering joining a
Read MoreThe company investigated the application of fictional characters. Image credit: NetEase Marvel’s Rivals, which has been a tremendous success for publisher NetEase since its launch late last year, was reportedly almost shelved. It is claimed that the company considered canceling the project due to its CEO’s disapproval of compensating Disney for the rights to its
Read More“I’m still anticipating the call from Sid…” quips Julian Gollop. Image credit: Arc Video games Julian Gollop, the mastermind behind the unique X-COM game – originally known as UFO: Enemy Unknown in the UK, which was later followed by Firaxis’ XCOM: Enemy Unknown – shared with Eurogamer that he would be quite pleased to revisit
Read More“You’re up against nostalgia,” states Julian Gollop, while we navigate through Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids. Image credit: Arc Video Games “We haven’t yet managed to establish a strong foothold,” remarks Julian Gollop, the inventor of the original X-COM (before Firaxis revised it as XCOM in 2012). He and I are fending off waves
Read MoreImage credit: Sloclap Netflix has become involved in the Sifu film project, transforming Sloclap’s kung-fu roguelike into a major production. The project was first announced in 2022, with Story Kitchen taking the lead in production – the company is also noted for other game adaptations such as the Sonic the Hedgehog films, the upcoming Tomb
Read More“We have thoroughly contemplated it and gained valuable insights,” creators of the fraudulent bid commented. Image credit: Adobe / The Pokémon Company / Eurogamer The Pokémon Company has secured “considerable” damages after a prolonged confrontation with a Chinese mobile imitation, following years of savvy legal maneuvering. While the final amount has not been disclosed, The
Read MoreExplanation through Bungie/PlayStation. Sony has refuted allegations brought forth by former Bungie director Christopher Barrett, who initiated a lawsuit against both companies in 2024 after being terminated from the Destiny 2 and Marathon developer. The PlayStation manufacturer issued a 128-page legal response (first obtained by GameFile), which sought to dismiss six out of the seven
Read MoreCarter Lipscomb, a veteran video game developer at Iron Galaxy and Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE), has departed. The specifics regarding the cause of death were not revealed; however, VentureBeat noted his history of cardiovascular issues. His family shared a message from him on his Facebook page, stating he “‘fell out’ for the final time, even
Read MoreImage by courtesy of NetEase/Surprise Games. Surprise Competitors creator NetEase Games has allegedly dismissed hundreds of developers and terminated numerous projects as of late, according to Bloomberg. The report claimed that founder and CEO William Ding has concentrated on a “smaller portfolio” of games over the past year with the clear intention of surpassing rival
Read MoreThe twenty fifth Game Builders Various Awards at GDC 2025 has announced the honorees of this year’s esteemed special accolades. Sam Lake, renowned author for titles like Max Payne, Alan Wake, Quantum Break, and Control, will receive this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Lucas Pope, widely recognized mentor, designer, and developer who has collaborated with well-known game studios for over two decades,
Read MoreCharacterized by Sony San Diego/Sony Interactive Entertainment. The 2025 DICE Awards provided a fantastic opportunity to witness high-profile developers openly acknowledge the achievements of their colleagues. Not only did it showcase the dozens, or even hundreds of individuals necessary to breathe life into expansive games, but throughout the event, the camaraderie for every single game
Read MoreGameSpot may also only earn revenue from affiliate and sales collaborations for promoting this statement and from purchases via links. Pokemon enthusiasts are recognized for their fervor, particularly with the arrival of Pokemania’s Thirtieth anniversary in 2026. Often, these fans are even willing to pay remarkably high prices for non-official Pokemon merchandise, including–of all items–a
Read MoreGameSpot can also generate revenue from affiliate marketing and sales collaborations for promoting this content and from purchases made through the provided links. I’ve always enjoyed State of Decay for its exciting balance between a user-friendly zombie experience like Days Gone or Dead Rising, and the punishing survival sims like DayZ and Project Zomboid. No
Read MoreGameSpot may also earn revenue from affiliate and promotional partnerships for disseminating this information as well as from purchases through links. Earlier this week, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 received an update that hinted at the comeback of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater. In a skatepark layout known as The Grind, there appears to be
Read MoreGameSpot may also earn revenue through affiliate and promotional collaborations for disseminating this information and from purchases made via links. Last year, at MagicCon Las Vegas, Wizards Of The Coast announced that three collaboration products from the “Universes Beyond” series would be launched in 2025: Final Fantasy, Spider-Man, and an undisclosed universe. Recently, during a
Read MoreGameSpot may also generate revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for presenting this promotional content and from purchases made through links. Nintendo Alarmo is currently available to purchase for $100 at Best Buy. The Nintendo-themed interactive alarm clock first became available in October at the Nintendo Store, but a Switch Online membership was needed to
Read MoreImage: Nintendo Life The Pokémon European Global Championship has made its return to London this year, featuring competitions, events, interactive experiences, and, of course, merchandise. Indeed, the pop-up Pokémon Center in London is back at the ExCel until February 23rd, and it is once again filled with enough exclusive treats to make even the most
Read MoreWow, it’s certainly considered remarkable in no circumstances. A forthcoming Pokémon animated short from CoMix Wave Movies – primarily recognized for its contributions to films such as Your Name, Suzume, and Weathering With You – is shaping up to be extraordinarily appealing, as demonstrated by a brief trailer uploaded to YouTube.
Read MoreAn EUIC exclusive Image: The Pokémon Company Hello, Trainers! It’s the weekend of the European World Championships 2025, and you know what that means… Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is hosting its latest limited-time giveaway event. This event gives you the chance to obtain a Jumpluff — inspired by the one used in Marco Silva’s game-winning
Read MoreAll attention is directed towards the Birdman This week, devoted skateboarder Tyshawn Jones indicated how he was in an upcoming Tony Hawk remaster “launching” soon. Cleverly, if that didn’t suffice to incite hardcore skateboarding enthusiasts, Activision’s first-person shooter Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is seemingly hinting at a new series of remasters in the
Read MoreTry it out before you begin NetEase Video games is promoting its forthcoming action platformer Rusty Rabbit with a fresh demo for Nintendo Switch. This demo allows you to experience the beginning of Impress’s journey, with save files transferring to the full release when it debuts on 17th April 2025. Here’s a bit more about
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