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• Helldivers 2 Pocketed Two Awards at BAFTA Games Awards

  11-04-2025 21:47 via n4g.com
  
  Helldivers 2 was nominated in five categories: Audio Achievement, Music, Game Design, Multiplayer, and Best Game. They won BAFTAs for the best Multiplayer and Music.
  
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• FFVII Remake/Rebirth Director Hints At Entire Trilogy Getting A Nintendo Switch 2 Release

  07-05-2025 11:49 via n4g.com
  
  Final Fantasy VII Remake/Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi has hinted at the entire trilogy getting a Nintendo Switch 2 release.
  
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• Everything we know about Next Gen consoles so far

  07-05-2025 11:49 via n4g.com
  
  Heres a run down of what the next console generation could include, according to Smash Jump.
  
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• Epic's Tim Sweeney shares first details about Unreal Engine 6

  07-05-2025 11:49 via n4g.com
  
  In an interview with Lex Fridman, Epic Games' Tim Sweeney shared the first details about the next version of Unreal Engine, Unreal Engine 6.
  
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• Clair Obscur Expedition 33 head was "bored" at Ubisoft and hungry for a JRPG

  07-05-2025 11:49 via n4g.com
  
  Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 director Guillaume Broche was previously a brand development manager and narrative lead at Ubisoft, but left to found Sandfall Interactive in 2020 when he found himself "bored" and "wanting to do something different,"
  
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• White Knuckle Preview - Thumb Culture

  07-05-2025 11:48 via n4g.com
  
  "White Knuckle is a first-person roguelite speed climbing game. You ascend through the multiple gloomy floors within SUB-STRUCTURE-17. White Knuckle was developed by Dark Machine Games and published by DreadXP. This is the first game developed by the studio, and it takes quite the leap in terms of mechanics and this type of genre of games." Kat @ Thumb Culture
  
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• Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game physical edition announced for PS5, Switch

  07-05-2025 11:48 via n4g.com
  
  iam8bit will distribute a physical edition of single-player life simulation game Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game for PlayStation 5 and Switch day and date with its digital release on July 29, publisher Private Division and developer Weta Workshop announced. Pre-orders are available now at iam8bit.
  
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• Ex-Bethesda Veteran Explains Why Games Like ES, Fallout & Starfield Will Always Have Loading Screens

  07-05-2025 11:48 via n4g.com
  
  IGN : One former Bethesda developer has cautioned that loading screens will probably always be a part of its games because of the way they're designed. Here's why.
  
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• South of Midnight Review - Captures the Souths Spirit, But Not Much Else - MonsterVine

  07-05-2025 11:47 via n4g.com
  
  MonsterVine: "South of Midnight blends Southern Gothic storytelling with platforming and combat, but despite its standout art style and regional flair, the gameplay never rises above just fine."
  
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• Is this South Beach institution actually in GTA 6?

  07-05-2025 11:47 via n4g.com
  
  Rockstars version of Miami seems a lot like the real thing
  
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• Electronic Arts Claims "Strong" End of Fiscal Year as Split Fiction Has Sold Nearly 4 Million Units

  07-05-2025 11:47 via n4g.com
  
  Today, Electronic Arts announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of its fiscal year 2025, alongside the full year.Split Fiction has sold nearly 4 million copies, and the next battlefield is confirmed for a release by March 2026 with a reveal this Summer.
  
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• StarVaders Review - Explosive Strategy, Adorable Enemies, and Mech Mayhem - MonsterVine

  07-05-2025 11:01 via n4g.com
  
  MonsterVine: "Colorful enemies, clever mechanics, and deep strategy make StarVaders one of the most inventive roguelikes this year."
  
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• RuneScape: Dragonwilds Preview - Thumb Culture

  07-05-2025 11:01 via n4g.com
  
  "RuneScape: Dragonwilds is a new survival game twist on the classic IP of the same name. It came roaring into Early Access out of nowhere in mid-April, with developing and publishing by Jagex Ltd (RuneScape, Old School RuneScape). It may not be free like the previous games, but it is still at a reasonable price point." Jordan @ Thumb Culture
  
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• Revenge of the Savage Planet Review To Colonialism And Beyond | Console Creatures

  07-05-2025 11:01 via n4g.com
  
  Console Creatures says, "Revenge of the Savage is a good follow-up that doubles down on what makes the series fun. An upgrade over its predecessor in every way, there's so much to discover in the corners of this universe. The developers made some wise decisions to make this sequel work, and it pays off by honing in on the elements that make the series stand outa lack of seriousness, satire, and fun upgrades. Many games are launching this year, but this one is just pure fun without taking itself
  
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• The Curious Case Of The Steam Version Of Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos

  07-05-2025 08:57 via n4g.com
  
  The Outerhaven says: Following the release of Neptunia Riders vs Dogoos, there are some thoughts about what those looking to play the game should know.
  
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• Drop Duchy Is An Addictive Strategy-puzzle Game That Could Hit The Big Time Entertainium

  07-05-2025 08:57 via n4g.com
  
  Drop Duchy, with its inspired, refined combination of genres, has the makings of a breakout hit
  
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• Deck of Haunts Review - Gamer Social Club

  07-05-2025 08:56 via n4g.com
  
  Be the haunted house of your dreams. Or is it nightmares? Survive the month or don't in roguelike deckbuilder Deck of Haunts by Mantis games.
  
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• Rockstar's jaw-dropping GTA 6 Trailer 2 was captured on just PS5, so PS5 Pro should be even better

  07-05-2025 02:45 via n4g.com
  
  According to Rockstar Games, all footage shown in the GTA 6 Trailer 2 video was captured on a PS5, not a PS5 Pro.
  
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• Shuhei Yoshida Shares How His Crucial Feedback Played A Role In The Success Of Gran Turismo

  07-05-2025 02:43 via n4g.com
  
  Former Sony Interactive Entertainment executive Shuhei Yoshida has shared how his feedback played a role in the success of Gran Turismo.
  
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• Little Nightmares III Rated in Singapore, Descriptions Cite Violence and Scares

  07-05-2025 02:43 via n4g.com
  
  Little Nightmares III receives an Advisory 16 rating in Singapore. Set in a haunting world, the horror adventure features new protagonists, eerie environments, and disturbing encounters.
  
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• Get Up to 85% Off on Various Star Wars Titles for Your Steam Deck in Celebration of Star Wars Day

  07-05-2025 02:43 via n4g.com
  
  Celebrate the holiday by getting some of the best Star Wars games compatible with your Steam Deck. Which one is your favorite?
  
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• Xbox Clarifies Physical Minimum Print Requirements On Xbox

  07-05-2025 01:00 via n4g.com
  
  Xbox gives Gamer Social Club an exclusive statement regarding their policy on minimum print limits for Xbox physical games
  
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• Why Handheld PC Gaming Isnt a Real Threat to the Nintendo Switch 2

  07-05-2025 00:56 via n4g.com
  
  The Outerhaven says: While the Nintendo Switch 2 is a few weeks away, some are wondering about the handheld PC gaming devices and if they'll throw a wrench in Nintendo's plans.Honestly, I doubt it and I can't understand why others's don't feel the same way.
  
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• GTA 6 Character Bios, New, Locations, and a Ton of New Screenshots Reveal More Details

  07-05-2025 00:55 via n4g.com
  
  Here are all the latest details revealed by Rockstar about GTA 6, including character bios, new screenshots, and locations.
  Uncompressed, official screenshots for the best quality possible.
  
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• Spectator Mode Podcast Ep.186: $80 Games, GTA VI Delayed, Gaming Journalism Shakeup

  07-05-2025 00:54 via n4g.com
  
  The Outerhaven says: $80 video games, Grand Theft Auto VI delay, Polygon and Giant Bomb gutted, and the lack of crossplay in Elden Ring Nightreign in Spectator Mode Podcast Ep. 186.
  
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• Tomtoc Releases Nintendo Switch 2 Version Of Its Popular Form-Fitting Travel Case

  07-05-2025 00:15
  
  Tomtoc Hardshell Carrying Case for Nintendo Switch 2$33.30 (was $37) with coupon See at Amazon Tomtoc Crossbody Sling Bag for Nintendo Switch 2$45 (was $50) with promo code See at Amazon Tomtoc Shoulder Bag for Nintendo Switch 2 & Steam Deck$50 (was $53) See at AmazonCarrying case and travel bag manufacturer Tomtoc has been a popular choice for Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck users for years. Now, like many other third-party companies, Tomtoc has launched its first options for Nintendo Switc
  
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• The 5v5 hero-based FPS FragPunk is now available for consoles

  06-05-2025 23:56 via n4g.com
  
  "The Hangzhou-based video games publisher and developer NetEase Games and indie games developer Bad Guitar Studio, are today very proud and glad to announce that their 5v5 hero-based FPS FragPunk, is now available for consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series X) via digital stores." - Jonas Ek, TGG.
  
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• New Battlefield Game Now Has a Release Window With "Major" Reveal Set for Summer

  06-05-2025 23:52 via n4g.com
  
  EA confirms Battlefield Labs has "far exceeded expectations," and testing will soon be expanding to Asia.
  
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• Battlefield 6 Will Be Fully Revealed This Summer, Launching By March 2026

  06-05-2025 23:37
  
  EA and developer DICE have been running playtests for the next Battlefield game for several months, but we still don't know much about what's to come. That will change soon, as EA has shared during its May 2025 earnings call that it will fully unveil the next Battlefield this summer.This announcement will come ahead of Battlefield's launch, which EA states will occur by the end of March 2026. CEO Andrew Wilson further shared that the development of Battlefield remains "on track," and that the co
  
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• The block-dropping strategy/roguelite Drop Duchy is now available for PC via Steam

  06-05-2025 23:27 via n4g.com
  
  "The Paris-based (France) indie games publisher The Arcade Crew and indie games developer Sleepy Mill Studio, today announced with great joy and excitement that their block-dropping strategy/roguelite Drop Duchy, is now available for PC via Steam and EGS" - Jonas Ek, TGG.
  
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