1. Guilty Gear -Strive-, a popular 2.5D fighting game, is set to release on Nintendo Switch on January 23, 2025. 2. The Switch edition will include all characters and updates from Seasons 1-3, priced at $60. 3. The game will feature rollback netcode for improved online stability, though crossplay is limited to PlayStation and PC.

1. Astro Bot, a 3D mascot platformer from PlayStation’s Team Asobi, is set to receive a sequel as indicated by leaked PlayStation Trophies. 2. The Platinum Trophy for the game includes a description hinting at a future adventure. 3. The potential success of the game could lead to a full-fledged sequel in the near future.

1. Ubisoft's xDefiant, a multiplayer First Person Shooter, launched in May with over 10 million players but has since struggled to maintain a user base of 20,000 concurrent players. 2. The game's performance has not met the publisher's expectations, leading to an ultimatum for the development team to improve the situation by Season 3. 3. The team faces challenges with the upcoming release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, which may impact xDefiant's potential growth.

1. Microsoft's Xbox Series X promised high frame rates and powerful performance but has often failed to deliver on these promises. 2. The console's marketing emphasized 'True 4K' and high teraflop counts, but many games have launched at 30fps instead of the promised 60fps. 3. Sony's PS5, focusing on other features like SSD and DualSense controller, has managed to offer 60fps options in all first-party titles, contrasting with Xbox's performance.

1. Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, a long-running mobile game by Square Enix, is set to shut down its services on October 30, 2024. 2. The game, which launched worldwide in June 2016, has featured numerous updates and crossovers with popular franchises. 3. Despite the closure, the game will continue to operate in Japan, marking a definitive end for the rest of the world.

1. ConcernedApe, the developer of Stardew Valley, has halted work on his new game, Haunted Chocolatier, to focus on finalizing Stardew Valley's update 1.6. 2. The decision comes as Stardew Valley continues to sell well, with over 30 million copies sold since its launch. 3. ConcernedApe, who primarily works solo, acknowledges the challenges of balancing development between two games and expresses gratitude to patient fans.

1. Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP, a remaster of the 2012 action game, is set to release on current-gen consoles and PC on September 12th. 2. The remaster will also be available on last-gen consoles (PS4 and Xbox One) in November. 3. This move by developers to release games on last-gen consoles after current-gen versions is becoming more common.

1. Forza Motorsport is set to receive several updates over the next four months, including reworked Spectate mode, Drift mode, and new cars and tracks. 2. The updates also feature improvements to Forza Race Regulations and new ways to unlock cars. 3. The long-awaited ray-traced global illumination feature is not expected to be ready for 2024.

1. CD Projekt Red is transitioning from pre-production to full production for Project Polaris, the next Witcher game, after two years of work. 2. The studio has moved to Unreal Engine 5, which may expedite the development process compared to their previous in-house engine. 3. CD Projekt Red also provided updates on Project Orion, the next Cyberpunk game, and released new modding tools for The Witcher 3.

1. RGG Studio announces RGG Summit 2024 to showcase upcoming titles; 2. The event will be streamed live on Twitch and YouTube on September 20th; 3. Japanese residents have a chance to win tickets to attend the live event.

1. TMNT: Splintered Fate, initially an iOS Apple Arcade exclusive, has expanded to Nintendo Switch and is set for a PC release later this year. 2. The game will support cross-play between Switch and Apple Arcade, with updates including couch co-op and bug fixes. 3. The developers have announced plans for DLC, featuring a new playable character, environment, narrative, and enemies, with more content expected in the future.

1. Star Wars: Outlaws includes a secret 'maxsettings' toggle similar to Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. 2. The secret 'Outlaw' graphics mode can be activated on PC by adding 'unlockmaxsettings' to the game's start parameter. 3. This mode is expected to offer enhanced graphics settings, similar to the 'Unobtanium' option in Avatar, with better ray tracing and higher resolution shadows and reflections.

1. Konami has teased the development of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, following the release of Vol. 1 in October last year. 2. The company hinted at the inclusion of Metal Gear Solid 4 in the upcoming collection, which currently remains exclusive to PlayStation 3. 3. Konami's producer, Noriaki Okamura, expressed the company's awareness of the demand for MGS4 on modern consoles and encouraged fans to 'stay tuned' for more information.

1. Square Enix has reaffirmed its commitment to bring more games to Xbox, starting with Final Fantasy XIV. 2. Naoki Yoshida, producer and director of FFXIV, discussed the importance of strengthening the community on Xbox for the Final Fantasy franchise. 3. The company is shifting towards a multiplatform policy to reach as many players as possible, with more Square Enix titles expected on Xbox.

1. Sony accidentally revealed the release date of LEGO Horizon Adventures as November 14, 2024, on its official website. 2. The information was later removed, but the November release window seems confirmed. 3. An official confirmation of the release date is expected during Sony's upcoming State of Play Showcase.

1. Sony has launched a new PlayStation Accessories app on PC, allowing full customization of the DualSense Edge controller. 2. The app, previously known as the Firmware updater for DualSense wireless controller, now supports creating, editing, and switching between custom profiles. 3. This move reflects Sony's growing commitment to the PC market.

1. PowerWash Simulator celebrates its 2nd anniversary with a surprising collaboration with Shrek. 2. The Shrek Special Pack will feature five iconic maps from the Shrek Universe, including Shrek's Swamp and Dragon's Lair. 3. The price of the DLC is expected to be around £6.50, similar to previous crossover DLCs.

1. Tetris Forever, a new compilation title featuring over 15 classic Tetris games and a documentary on the series' history, has been announced. 2. The game is developed by Digital Eclipse and will be available on all platforms. 3. The classic NES Tetris is also coming to the Nintendo Switch Online service later this Winter.

1. Yakuza Kiwami, a remake of the original PS2 Yakuza game, is coming to the Nintendo Switch. 2. The game features Kazuma Kiryu navigating through a story of love, humanity, and betrayal in a modern-day Japanese red-light district. 3. Originally running at 1080p 60fps on PS4, it remains to be seen if the same performance can be achieved on the Nintendo Switch.

1. Rumors and leaks suggest that Sony is developing the PS5 Pro, expected to launch in 2024. 2. Insider Jeff Grubb claims the PS5 Pro might be announced at a State of Play event by the end of September. 3. The discussion around the PS5 Pro has intensified, with recent evidence pointing to its imminent release.