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June 4
- Rumoured God of War spin-off is reportedly a 2.5D metroidvania➀ A rumour suggests that a God of War spin-off is in development for 2025, revealed to be a 2.5D metroidvania; ➁ Industry insider Tom Henderson hints at its potential announcement during Sony's State of Play; ➂ The game is expected to be smaller in scale than initially thought, potentially offering a fresh take on the God of War series.
- Studio behind Tales of Kenzera: ZAU announces first-person horror game ‘Dead Take’➀ Tales of Kenzera: ZAU, an underrated side-scrolling metroidvania, is the debut title from Surgent Studios. ➁ The studio's follow-up project, 'Dead Take', is a first-person psychological horror game. ➂ Dead Take follows the single-player story format of Surgent Studios' first title, focusing on the entertainment industry.
June 3
- IO Interactive is hosting its first ever games showcase this week➀ IO Interactive宣布了备受期待的詹姆斯·邦德游戏《007 First Light》；➁ IO Interactive将展示《杀手：暗影刺客》的最新更新；➂ IO Interactive还将展示由新工作室‘Build a Rocket Boy’开发的MindsEye游戏。
- Ubisoft has officially greenlit a sequel to The Crew claims insider➀ Ubisoft has officially greenlit a sequel to The Crew; ➁ The Crew Motorfest has been a success with over 12 million players; ➂ The next game in the series will return to the format of the first two titles.
- Hell is Us PC system requirements and exclusive demo released➀ The Hell is Us demo is now available on Steam for a limited time; ➁ The game's PC system requirements are detailed, with recommendations for high-end graphics cards; ➂ The demo will not be available on consoles, raising concerns about the console versions' performance.
- Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time reaches new sales milestone➀ Over a decade after the release of its predecessor, Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time launched last month and quickly sold half a million copies in its first few days. The game has since surpassed another milestone, with over 800,000 copies sold worldwide. The studio has projected sales figures and is optimistic about reaching 1 million copies by the end of June. ➁ The game gained traction almost immediately after its release, reaching a peak concurrent player count of 65k on Steam. ➂ Despite the original Fantasy Life's sales figures remaining unknown, the sequel has been well-received and is performing consistently ahead of the Switch 2 version's arrival.
- Star Wars Jedi director moves to D&D➀ Stig Asmussen, known for directing Star Wars Jedi games, is moving to Dungeons & Dragons with his new studio, Giant Skull. The studio has signed a licensing deal with Wizards of the Coast for an all-new single-player action-adventure title. The game is being developed for PC and consoles using Unreal Engine 5. ➁ Giant Skull is one of several studios collaborating with Wizards of the Coast, following the success of Baldur's Gate 3. ➂ Larian Studios, however, will not be developing a Baldur's Gate 4 due to past disagreements with Wizards of the Coast.
- Amazon acquires rights to the Split Fiction film adaptation➀ Amazon is finalizing a deal to acquire the rights to the Split Fiction film adaptation; ➁ The deal is reportedly worth over $2 million; ➂ The film's release format is yet to be determined, with possibilities including a cinematic release or an Amazon Prime exclusive.
- Tango Gameworks returns after split with Microsoft➀ Tango Gameworks, after being saved by publisher Krafton, is fully back and ready to work on new games; ➁ The studio has announced its new logo, branding, and studio philosophy; ➂ They are currently recruiting for various positions and are in good hands with John Johanas as Creative Director.
June 2
- Fractal Meshify 3 Ambience Pro RGB Case Review➀ The Fractal Meshify 3 Ambience Pro RGB is reviewed, highlighting its cooling performance, RGB lighting, and build quality. ➁ The case offers excellent airflow and thermal management, but has issues with chassis flex and misaligned panels. ➂ It is priced at over £200, making it expensive compared to similar cases.
- Here is every Switch 2 game available on day one➀ Nintendo Switch 2 officially launches with a lineup of games including Mario Kart World, Street Fighter 6, and Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition; ➁ Day-one updates for Switch 1 titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Pokemon Scarlet & Violet; ➂ Expect more game announcements in a new Nintendo Direct later this summer.
- Xbox Games Showcase and Outer Worlds 2 Direct coming next week➀ The Xbox Games Showcase is returning this month, with the event scheduled for June 8th at 6PM UK time; ➁ The showcase will be followed by a Direct stream focusing on The Outer Worlds 2, a highly anticipated Xbox holiday release; ➂ Microsoft has a tradition of following the showcase with a deep-dive stream on a major game, and this year it's Obsidian's turn with The Outer Worlds 2; ➃ The showcase typically runs between 90 minutes and two hours, with many game announcements expected; ➄ Rumors suggest Ubisoft may unveil the highly anticipated Splinter Cell remake during the showcase.
- June’s leaked Humble Choice line-up includes Legacy of Kain; Sker Ritual and much more➀ The leaked June Humble Choice lineup includes titles like Tchia, Sker Ritual, and Warhammer 40,000 Boltgun; ➁ The selection is a mix of excellent games, including the open-world collectathon Tchia; ➂ Sker Ritual is a Call of Duty Zombies-inspired round-based horde shooter; ➃ Subscribers can expect bonus items like game DLC coupons or IGN Plus subscriptions.
- Insider reveals why EA’s Black Panther was cancelled➀ EA cancelled the Black Panther project, surprising the team at Cliffhanger Games; ➁ The game had passed a development milestone and was in pre-production for 4 years; ➂ EA was not pleased with the progress and decided to cancel the project.
- People Can Fly cancels two of its upcoming projects➀ People Can Fly cancels two of its upcoming projects, Gemini and Bifrost; ➁ The decision was due to publisher issues and financial constraints; ➂ Lay-offs have occurred as a result of the cancellations.
- MultiVersus is officially Dead and Delisted➀ MultiVersus has been officially taken offline and delisted from all storefronts; ➁ The game was relaunched last year but faced criticism for various changes; ➂ The developers, Player First Games, are also closing down.
May 31
- KitGuru Games: Ubisoft Has No Vision And Its Games Lack Identity➀ The article discusses Ubisoft's lack of vision and the resulting lack of identity in their games, using Star Wars Outlaws as an example. ➁ It highlights the significant changes made to the game post-launch, which altered the original vision. ➂ The author criticizes Ubisoft's reactive approach to feedback, which can undermine the game's original intent.
- Lian Li introduces Uni Fan SL-Infinity Wireless with dual side design➀ Lian Li has launched the Uni Fan SL-Infinity Wireless, a fan series with extensive customization options; ➁ It features dual-layered infinity mirror patterns and wireless control of ARGB lighting and fan speeds; ➂ The fans use an embedded fluid dynamic bearing for durability and low noise.
- Death Stranding 2 will have its live “Game Premiere” at Summer Game Fest➀ Kojima Productions is set to host a 'game premiere' presentation for Death Stranding 2 at the Summer Game Fest; ➁ The event will feature special guests and will be held on June 8/9th; ➂ The presentation marks the beginning of a world tour for the game.
- Elden Ring Nightreign sells 2 million copies in first 24 hours➀ Elden Ring Nightreign by FromSoftware and Bandai Namco has sold over 2 million copies in the first 24 hours of its release; ➁ The game has over 300,000 concurrent players on Steam; ➂ Despite mixed player feedback, the game has received positive reviews and an OpenCritic score of 80.
May 30
- Atomic Heart players reaches 10 million players➀ Mundfish, the developer of Atomic Heart, has launched Mundfish Powerhouse, a new publishing initiative to support developers and investors. ➁ The initiative aims to be a full-scale creative and operational partner, offering production expertise and hands-on support. ➃ Powerhouse will partner with projects that have great potential to set a new standard for quality and creative risk.
- Microsoft reportedly delays Xbox handheld in favour of optimising Windows 11➀ Recent reports suggest Microsoft is delaying its first-party Xbox handheld due to the need for further optimization of Windows 11's power management. ➁ The company is focusing on improving gaming performance for third-party devices like Asus's 'Project Kennan'. ➂ The decision is influenced by the superior performance of SteamOS on handhelds.
- SpongBob and the TMNT reportedly coming to Sonic Racing CrossWorlds➀ SEGA's upcoming kart racer, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, is set to launch this year; ➁ The game is said to include characters from outside of Sega's own repertoire, such as SpongeBob and the TMNT; ➂ The inclusion of these characters is attributed to the strong business relationship between SEGA and Paramount, and SpongeBob's past appearances in racing titles.
- Multiple SEGA games are being removed from mobile stores➀ Sega has been supportive of mobile platforms, releasing both original titles and ports of classics. ➁ Many classic Sega titles have been updated with an end-of-service message. ➃ The delisting may be due to updated APIs or preparation for a mobile game subscription service.
- GAME cancels Switch 2 pre-orders with no explanation➀ GAME has unexpectedly cancelled several pre-orders for the upcoming Switch 2, just a week before its launch; ➁ The official statement from GAME digital apologizes for the cancellations and promises to reinstate as many pre-orders as possible; ➂ The reason for the cancellations remains unclear, leading to speculation among fans.
- Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands is free on the Epic Games Store➀ Epic Games Store is offering Tiny Tina's Wonderlands and LIMBO for free this week; ➁ Tiny Tina's Wonderlands is a spin-off of the Borderlands series with a Dungeons and Dragons theme; ➂ LIMBO is a horror-puzzle-platformer from Playdead, known for its unique gameplay and acclaim.
May 29
- Lian Li HydroShift II LCD-C 360TL AIO CPU Cooler Review➀ The Lian Li HydroShift II LCD-C 360TL AIO CPU cooler features a reduced-size radiator for better case compatibility and a sliding tube clamp for precise alignment. It comes with a 2.1-inch IPS LCD screen and offers various control modes. The cooler has an improved CPU block mounting mechanism and comes with a choice of fan configurations or a fanless version. It is compatible with various CPU sockets and comes with a 6-year warranty. ➁ The specifications include compatibility with Intel LGA1700, LGA1851, AMD AM4, AM5 sockets, a 400 x 122 x 22mm radiator, and a 120 x 120 x 28mm fan with a noise level of 33 dBA. ➂ The review highlights the cooler's performance and features, comparing it to its predecessor and noting its improved design and functionality.
- Copilot for Gaming is now available on Xbox app for mobile➀ Microsoft is launching a beta version of Copilot for Gaming on mobile devices; ➁ The digital assistant can offer in-game tactics and find new games to play; ➂ Copilot for Gaming is designed to act as a second screen for Xbox users.
- A Death Stranding anime is also in the works, according to Kojima➀ A Death Stranding anime adaptation is announced; ➁ Kojima aims to create a film that can only be realized through cinema; ➂ Kojima's plans for the Death Stranding universe are expanding with the announcement of both a film and an anime adaptation.
- The Witcher 3 surpasses NES Mario with 60 million copies sold➀ The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has surpassed 60 million copies sold, making it the 12th best-selling game of all time; ➁ Despite its release in 2015, the game's adoption rate has increased over time, with 10 million units sold between 2022-23; ➂ CD Projekt Red is currently working on The Witcher 4, with almost 60% of the company's developers involved.