1. Hideo Kojima teased a new trailer for Death Stranding 2 on Twitter with a cryptic image and caption 'WHO AM I?'. 2. The teaser suggests a new character played by Kenjiro Tsuda, who also voiced the protagonist in the first game. 3. Fans anticipate a new DS2 trailer during the Opening Night Live Showcase at Gamescom.

1. Valve is banning the use of high-end keyboard features like Razer Huntsman's 'Snap Tap' in Counter-Strike 2 to maintain fair competition. 2. These features automate multiple button presses, giving players an unfair advantage in movement skills. 3. Valve has banned all forms of automation in the game, and players suspected of using such features may be kicked from matches.

1. Rockstar's classic game 'Bully' is reportedly getting a re-release for current-gen consoles and PC. 2. The Taiwanese Digital Games Rating Committee has published a new rating for the game targeting PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. 3. This re-release comes nearly 20 years after the game's initial release in 2006.

1. Konami and Manchester United have renewed their partnership, with Konami remaining the official football video game partner of the club. 2. As part of the celebration, one lucky fan will win a pair of tickets to every home league and domestic cup game during the 24/25 season. 3. eFootball is running an in-game campaign offering special player cards and a themed challenge event.

1. Dead Cells receives its final update, 'The End is Near', featuring new mobs, mutations, and weapons. 2. The update introduces 'Cursed Biomes', challenging levels with higher rewards. 3. Motion Twin and Evil Empire express gratitude to the community and announce new projects.

1. The Epic Games Store is now available on iOS devices in the EU due to the Digital Markets Act. 2. The store currently offers Fortnite, Rocket League Sideswipe, and Fall Guys for mobile. 3. Epic Games is working to enable all developers to launch their games and apps through the Epic Games Store in the future.

1. Meta announced in 2021 that Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas would be brought to VR via Quest 2, but has now put the project on hold indefinitely. 2. A Meta spokesperson confirmed the indefinite hold, citing focus on other projects. 3. The VR version of GTA San Andreas would have been a significant port due to the game's large user base, but it is unlikely to be released.

1. Epic Games Store has been offering free games weekly since 2018, a strategy that CEO Tim Sweeney calls 'magical'. 2. Sweeney noted that while some exclusivity deals were not profitable, the free game program has been highly effective, attracting new users at a lower cost than traditional advertising methods. 3. Developers often see increased sales of their paid games after offering a free title, prompting them to collaborate with Epic for timed releases of free games to boost awareness of upcoming titles.

1. Geoff Keighley has confirmed that Hollow Knight: Silksong will not be featured at the upcoming Gamescom Opening Night Live. 2. The game was previously announced as a day-one Game Pass addition with a planned release within a year, but no new timeline has been provided since. 3. Despite the absence of Silksong, the ONL showcase will still feature several highly anticipated games.

1. Despite initial announcements, Microsoft and Bethesda have not yet confirmed a specific release date for Indiana Jones and The Great Circle, but a delay does not seem imminent. 2. Machine Games has been developing the game for several years and showcased it at the Xbox Games Showcase in June 2024. 3. A new trailer for the game is expected to be released during Gamescom: Opening Night Live on August 20th, which may reveal the official release date.

1. Valve has updated Steam's review system to prioritize helpful reviews for potential buyers. 2. The new system sorts reviews based on their usefulness rather than just the number of 'helpful' votes. 3. This change aims to assist potential players in making informed purchasing decisions by highlighting more informative reviews.

1. The Callisto Protocol and Gigantic: Rampage Edition will be available for free on the Epic Games Store from August 22nd to 29th. 2. The Callisto Protocol, released in late 2022, received mixed reviews with praise for its visuals but criticism for gameplay variety. 3. Despite its development challenges, the game is worth trying, especially given its free availability.

1. Activision plans to optimize the player experience and reduce file sizes for Call of Duty games, particularly Warzone, by decoupling it from the base app. 2. The changes include a new streamlined interface, direct access to games, more control over downloads, and expanded streaming technology. 3. These updates will be rolled out in phases, aiming to decrease future download sizes and reduce space usage on devices.

1. BioWare is set to release the official trailer for Dragon Age: The Veilguard, confirming its release date as October 31, 2024 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. 2. The game will continue the story from Dragon Age Inquisition, focusing on Solas as the villain. 3. Gameplay changes aim to make the combat more action-oriented, and the game will include a story catch-up feature for new players.

1. Square Enix, known for remaking Final Fantasy VII, appears to be teasing a potential Final Fantasy XIII remake. 2. The official Square Enix Twitter account responded to a user suggesting a remaster with a question about why a remake wasn't considered. 3. The decision to remake FFXIII is intriguing due to its modernity and the fact that it was originally a trilogy, raising questions about how its story would be adapted.

1. Valve has been continuously improving Steam with numerous quality of life enhancements throughout 2024. 2. A new 'Trending Free' tab has been added to the Steam Store to address issues caused by the implementation of game prologues. 3. This update helps to declutter the store front and makes it easier for players to discover games they are interested in.

1. Square Enix is considering using Unreal Engine 5 for the final part of the FF7 Remake trilogy, following the use of Unreal Engine 4 in the first two entries. 2. Director Naoki Hamaguchi revealed that the decision depends on whether switching engines would speed up development or if continuing with the current setup is more efficient. 3. The potential switch to UE5 aims to address visual issues seen in Rebirth and could simplify the transition from UE4.

1. Death’s Gambit: Afterlife, a 2D Souls-like metroidvania, is available for free on the Epic Games Store until August 22nd. 2. The game features 10 new levels, over 30 weapons, 5 new bosses, and mechanical overhauls. 3. With detailed pixel art and an intriguing aesthetic, the game offers a challenging experience with deep RPG elements.

1. Concord, a multiplayer-focused live service hero shooter from PlayStation Studios, is set to launch on August 23. 2. The game's first season, titled 'The Tempest', will introduce a new playable character, a new map, and other content in October. 3. Concord has plans for multiple seasons in 2025, including a second season in January.

1. Grounded, formerly an Xbox exclusive, has been released on PS5 and Switch with unique features not available on Xbox. 2. Patch 1.4.4 introduces several improvements including reduced damage multiplier in New Game+, reduced CPU usage, and multiple bug fixes. 3. Unique additions include gyro aiming support for Switch and Adaptive Trigger support for PS5.