April 21, 2025

Unity promises to deliver ‘battle-tested’ Switch 2 support

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to arrive on store shelves on June 5, and game developer Unity has outlined how this could greatly benefit developers focusing on the next-gen platform. The company indicated that support for Switch 2...

‘Redesigned from the ground up:’ The Nintendo Switch 2 will launch on June 5 for $449

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After several months of conjecture following the Switch 2 reveal, Nintendo has disclosed an array of technical specifications and indicated that the console has been “reimagined from the ground up.” During a special Nintendo Switch 2-focused Nintendo Direct, the...

‘We’ll be showing them just how valuable our labor is:’ Zenimax workers vote to authorize strike at Microsoft

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A group of organized workers at The Elder Scrolls and Fallout creator ZeniMax Media has voted to permit a strike. The bargaining unit—represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA) Locals 2100, 2108, and 6215 (ZeniMax United-CWA)—is gearing up...

Behind the headlines at Valve’s rocky start

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My initial significant memory of Valve dates back to 2009, when Left 4 Dead 2 was launched on consoles and PC. At just under sixteen years old, I didn’t think about the creator behind the game or how long...

Dredge wasn’t originally going to be a narrative game, but then it became one of 2023’s best

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When New Zealand studio Black Salt Games commenced their project on Dredge in 2020, they did not anticipate it would achieve such a remarkable reputation. The team was small—with merely an artist, programmer, and producer—therefore, they were gearing up...

Unity outlines support for approved Nintendo Switch 2 developers

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And it has “proven” its systems through “practical development of a day-one launch title.” Solidarity has committed to enhancing game developers with “official assistance for Nintendo Switch 2.” In a statement, the engine developer confirmed that assistance will soon...

2025’s Tokyo Indie Game Summit is the biggest yet, attracting 23,000 attendees

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“Witnessing the enthusiasm of creators and fans unite in Kichijoji was truly motivating,” states the organizer. Image credit: Tokyo Indie Video games Summit 2025 Tokyo’s online and in-person indie game festival – the Tokyo Indie Game Summit – experienced...

Nintendo Switch 2 will launch for $450 on June 5

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Video games and hardware functionality released for Nintendo’s latest console Image credit: Nintendo Nintendo has announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 will launch on June 5, as revealed during its Snarl livestream today. The price for the base model...

ZeniMax union “overwhelming” votes to authorise strike if Microsoft contract negotiations break down

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“Microsoft and ZeniMax are continually proving their reluctance to offer fair compensation for the value our work brings.” Image credit: ZeniMax Workers United ZeniMax Workers United has “overwhelmingly voted” to grant permission for a strike against Microsoft. More than...

Industry veterans launch new indie publisher The CoLab

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“Our mission is to ensure each developer who becomes part of The CoLab plays a crucial role in our community, nurturing an encouraging atmosphere” Image credit: The CoLab A newly established independent game publisher based in the UK has...

Cyberpunk 2077 is a Switch 2 launch title

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Image credit rating: CDPR/Nintendo/Eurogamer Night City is set to arrive on Nintendo, with the announcement that Cyberpunk 2077 will likely be a Switch 2 launch game. Cyberpunk 2077 Complete Edition, as it is formally named, is anticipated to be...

Nintendo Switch 2 battery life revealed

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Image credit rating: Nintendo/Eurogamer Nintendo has announced the expected battery duration for its forthcoming console, the Switch 2. Following a rather thorough announcement yesterday, which provided glimpses of Switch 2 titles like Chase x Power and Mario Kart World,...

Devil May Cry season 1 review

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Image credit: Netflix Netflix’s long-awaited animated rendition of Capcom’s classic hack-and-slash game provides Dante with a cinematic action hero revival. Next year, Devil May Cry will commemorate its lead character’s iconic hairstyle as it marks its 25th anniversary. The...

Switch 2 looks to be streamlining screenshot and video capture sharing so it’s less of a faff

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The expenses of the updated Switch app. Image credit: Eurogamer/Nintendo Nintendo’s post-Lisp Switch 2 information dump has been filled with exciting minute details, and the insights keep coming. It now seems, for instance, that Nintendo’s latest console will be...

Nintendo confirms some Switch 2 physical releases will just have a download key on the card

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Nevertheless, “traditional” game cards are still relevant. Image credit: Eurogamer In the midst of all the excitement surrounding Switch 2’s major announcement event, Nintendo has subtly confirmed that certain physical releases for the console will not actually contain any...

Nintendo says the Switch 2 “isn’t simply an improved Nintendo Switch, we redesigned the system from the ground up,” and after 8 years, I’d sure hope so

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The forthcoming Switch 2 is touted by Nintendo as more than just an enhanced Switch, inciting collective sighs of disbelief from audiences worldwide. As revealed during today’s highly anticipated Switch 2 Showcase, Nintendo tossed around several concepts while brainstorming...

Japan’s “multi-language” Switch 2 costs 20,000 more yen, or $130 more dollars, than the Japanese-only version

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Nintendo has quietly introduced somewhat underwhelming information, particularly for expatriates living in Japan: they will need to pay an extra 20,000 yen, which equals approximately $133 in US currency, if they want a Switch 2 console that supports their...

Elden Ring is getting a fancy new name on Switch, new weapons and armor, and new horse clothes on all platforms

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There was once some exciting news declared during today’s Nintendo Switch 2 Presentation that the GamesRadar+ crew, which has dwindled down to just me in these late hours, is still picking up the pieces that might otherwise be significant,...

It seems you can pre-order the Switch 2 a week early in at least the UK and Germany, while Nintendo begins sending out invite links to hopeful buyers

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Last week, a Best Buy leak surfaced, stating, “Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders will commence on April 2,” followed by another leak asserting, “Pre-orders will actually start on April 9” – and while it’s always wise to stay skeptical, it...

Who is mysterious Doctor Who character Mrs Flood? Even showrunner Russell T Davies wasn’t sure at first: “I was in two minds”

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Ever since the megastar Anita Dobson appeared as the enigmatic Mrs. Flood in ‘The Church on Ruby Avenue’, enthusiasts have been eager to ascertain the true identity of Ruby Sunday’s inquisitive neighbor. Especially since, throughout her multiple appearances, Mrs....

All Butterfly Collector Locations In Assassin’s Creed Shadows

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Authored by Jason Rodriguez on April 2, 2025 at 3:31 PM PDT GameSpot might also earn revenue from affiliate and advertising collaborations for disseminating this news and from purchases made via links. Are you keen to catch all targets...

Where To Find All Tea Bowls For Rikyu In Assassin’s Creed Shadows

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By Jason Rodriguez on April 2, 2025 at 3:16PM PDT GameSpot may potentially earn revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases through links. Are you excited to obtain all Tea Bowls for Rikyu...

How To Get The Namazu Legendary Mount In Assassin’s Creed Shadows

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Authored by Jason Rodriguez on April 2, 2025 at 3:12 PM PDT GameSpot may also earn commissions from affiliate and marketing collaborations for promoting this content and from purchases via links. Do you wish to acquire the Namazu legendary...

How To Unlock The Ray Gun Mark II In Shattered Veil For BO6 Zombies

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Written by S.E. Doster on April 2, 2025, at 3:15 PM PDT GameSpot may potentially earn revenue through affiliate and advertising partnerships for promoting this content and from purchases through links. Season 3 has commenced in Call of Duty:...

Games Joining Game Pass In April 2025

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Written by George Yang on April 2, 2025 at 3:17PM PDT GameSpot may also earn revenue through affiliate and advertising partnerships for distributing this content and from purchases via links. Microsoft has announced a variety of games that will...

HYBE IM nets $21 million to originate bigger publishing industry by wielding the ability of K-pop

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Astra: Knights of Veda and Dungeon Stalkers developer HYBE IM has secured $21 million to accelerate its presence in the industry by utilizing K-pop artist intellectual properties. The firm noted enthusiasm for its forthcoming MMORPGs Architect: Land of Exile...

SAG-AFTRA urges extra non-struck game studios to label intervening time settlement

by on April 2, 2025 0

A fairly current back-and-forth involving Hades II developer Supergiant Games’ actor Marin M. Miller highlighted a growing dilemma creators face as SAG-AFTRA’s walkout regarding video games governed by the Interactive Media Agreement approaches its second year. What, precisely, do...

Embracer studio Eidos-Montreal has laid off 75 staff

by on April 2, 2025 0

Image courtesy of Eidos-Montreal / Embracer The developers of Deus Ex and Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, Eidos-Montreal, have unfortunately dismissed 75 employees. The studio, owned by Embracer, announced the news on LinkedIn and explained that the layoffs occurred...

Amaze founder hastily steps motivate after harassing tournament workers

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Amaze founder and artistic director Thorsten S. Wiedemann is stepping down after breaching the tournament’s safe environment policy and code of conduct. In a statement published on the Amaze website, Wiedemann acknowledged engaging in unprofessional behavior at Amaze Sheffield...

Myst developer Cyan Worlds has laid off half of its staff

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Myst and Riven creator Cyan Worlds has terminated 12 employees after facing challenges in “troubled waters.” The studio announced the information on social platforms and indicated that the layoffs affected nearly half of its workforce. “Market conditions have compelled...