Summary A newXboxconsole update for the Xbox Insiders program is reportedly resetting consoles back to factory settings. Ahead of theXboxupdate’s rollout for all users, a staff member for the Xbox Insiders program addressed the situation before more Xbox Series X|S users are affected. Reddit user Xenokaiii shared their frustration after theirXbox Series X|S consoleautomatically downloaded update 2504.250227-2200, which has a 5GB file size and is available to Xbox Insiders. Although automatic updates aren’t abnormal on Xbox, the update was released with a bug that caused the user’s system to initiate a factory reset, resulting in profiles, game libraries, and other data being removed from the console....

Quick Links Out of all the characters you can meet inAtomfall,Dr. Garrowmay be the most mysterious. Her involvement in the experiments that led to the events ofAtomfallis often shrouded in secrecy. Many documents detailing her work are redacted, so if you want answers from her, you’re going to have to find her. Locating Dr. Garrow requires finding a downed helicopter, working with the military, and staging a prison break. Here’s how to follow the trail and speak with this enigmatic scientist....

Summary The upcomingWWE 2K25Dunk & Destruction DLC pack will add Abyss to the roster, finally making it possible for fans to simulate the Abyss vs. Kane dream match.WWE 2K25DLC features some genuinely unexpected new additions that should go a long way in convincing fans to buy the season pass or pick up the individual DLC packs they’re interested in. The firstWWE 2K25DLC packwill be released in May 2025. Dubbed the New Wave Pack, it will see Alex Shelley, Chris Sabin, Giulia, Stephanie Vaquer, and an unannounced celebrity guest added to the roster....

Summary Rumors suggest thatXboxhas plans for plenty of its games to make appearances on the PlayStation 5 and Switch 2 in 2025. Many fans worried thatXboxwas losing steam by changing its course, seemingly prioritizing cloud gaming and producing games with popular IPs likeIndiana JonesandDoom. However, these strategies, along with a focused multiplatform approach, appear to be working out quite well for the company. The Verge’s Tom Warren has a pretty consistent track record when it comes to teasing information about upcoming releases....

Scarlet Lakeis the first game developed by Nocturnal Interactive, but despite that,Scarlet Lakehas a rather nostalgic feel. The game is a retro horror survival game with a similar feel to manyclassic horror games from the late 90s and early 2000s. Thedemo forScarlet Lakeis currently available for download on Steam, so players can get a first look at the town of Scarlet Lake,check out its various secrets, and take on the creatures that inhabit the area....

ID@Xboxwas announced in 2013 before launching in 2014, meaning Xbox has been working to help bring independent developers onto its platform for over a decade. The gaming landscape has changed a lot since 2013, however. The identity of Xbox isn’t just a singular network of consoles, but an expanded ecosystem of PCs, consoles, and Cloud capabilities (and through the Cloud various streaming devices). Still, alongside the changing tides has beenID@Xboxworking to make all of this easier for independent developers....

Summary Adin Ross has once again incited speculation about his potential return toTwitch, claiming during a recent conversation that he knows exactly when his indefinite ban will be lifted. The popular streamer was permanently suspended fromTwitchin early 2023, but his reinstatement on the platform may just be imminent. Ross’s claims come shortly after he revealed that he was actively working with Twitch to regain access to his account. Having taken effect on June 20, 2025, the ban followed his controversial move to Kick, where he has since remained both a streamer and co-owner....

Quick Links Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaiimay not be anexceptionally long game, but you can significantly extend your playtime by engaging with its side content. From incredible sub-stories to a wealth of mini-games, there’s plenty to explore. If you enjoyplaying games within a game,Pirate Yakuza in Hawaiihas you covered. The game features multiple arcade titles, all of which are classic Sega games released decades ago. The guide below details all the arcade games available and their locations....

Quick Links The secret source dragon idols are large ancient serpents that can fly around and some play a massive part in the Natlan puzzles inGenshin Impact. These secret sources can be found as a whole serpent ready to be activated, while others need to be assembled by the players. Some of the ancient serpents will even reward Travelers with an achievement, and some will simply spawn a precious chest, which is also important in case you wish tocollect all the Sunset-Blue Obsidian Fragments....

Summary SeveralAtomfallplayers have been reporting a bug that can be encountered very early on in the game, wiping out any sound output entirely. There doesn’t seem to be any official word from theAtomfalldevelopment team yet on how to get around the issue of audio cutting out, but the player community is hard at work on fixing the problem by itself. Released on March 27 with an early access period dating back to March 24,Atomfallplaces a creative spin on history, taking players back to an alternate version of the 1960s in which nuclear radiation infects a large portion of northwestern England....

Many modern RPGs are, more than anything else, defined by the relationships players can form with the surrounding characters. This might mean sparking acompelling, in-depth romance, but it could also mean exploring the dynamic between a leader and teammate, a master and apprentice, or a captain and their crew. Whilecompanion approval metersare nothing new for the genre, some games have a narrative that frames the approval of NPCs in a different way....

Summary Many games succeed with scripted events and cinematic narratives that lean on evocative writing and immersive atmospheres over engaging mechanics. However, other games are able to offer immersive experiences via emergent gameplay. This type of gameplay typically emerges from an unscripted approach to design, relying on interconnected systems and mechanics to develop unexpected scenarios. This typically goes hand-in-hand with immersive gameplay that encourages players to tackle these emergent obstacles in creative ways....

Summary Despite also being available on PS4,Horizon Forbidden Westremains one of the biggest and most popular PS5 games from PlayStation Studios so far. A superior sequel in every way, itshowcases the console’s graphical capabilitiesand shines as a premier open-world action game. With its distinctive world and setting, thrilling fast-paced combat against formidable machine enemies, and potentially hundreds of hours of gameplay, it’s a must-play for fans of the genre. At its core,Horizon Forbidden Westfollows a traditional open-world formula, featuring a sprawling map dotted with icons, activities, and collectibles to uncover....