Summary Sony lets fans know which games are leaving PS Plus Extra and Premium ahead of time through the “Last Chance to Play” section. According to the latest Last Chance to Play update,PS Plus is losing at least eight games on April 15, including some of the service’s most critically-acclaimed titles. That was already bad enough, but now it’s believed that yet another highly-praised game could be leaving PS Plus in the near future....
Summary Taiwanese tech giant ASUS started teasing what appears to be anXboxhandheld. The move even prompted a response fromXbox, sparking fan speculation about what all of this could mean. Microsoft Gaming CEOPhil Spencer confirmed that an Xbox handheld console is in the worksin November 2024. The executive said that the device was at least a few years away at the time, not least because Microsoft was still in the process of prototyping it....
Summary When thinking aboutBaldur’s Gate 3, most players reflect on the adventures that took them through a little corner of the Sword Coast. From the wilderness on the outskirts of Elturel to the bustling streets of the game’s protagonist city, Larian Studios gave players an abundance of settings to feast on during their travels. However, players spend some of their most formative hours ofBaldur’s Gate 3at their campsite: the place Tav/The Dark Urge, their companions, and some unique entourage additions call “home” during their travels....
Summary What constituted a full game used to depend on its amount of content and playtime length. In previous years, expanding games forced developers to make new games likeDot HackandDigital Devil Saga. Now, it’s easier to make new content for an existing game with DLC expansions. With how much DLC has developed, it can be confusing whether some content countsas just DLC or its own game. Not every DLC expansion has to include full game-length content....
Summary The beauty of indie gameslies in their freedom to experiment in ways that big-budget titles rarely can. While AAA games often rely on action-packed combat to entice players, indie developers have the flexibility to explore different kinds of experiences — ones that don’t require wielding a sword, firing a gun, or dodging relentless enemies. Sometimes, the most engaging stories don’t happen through battle, but through quiet exploration, emotional storytelling, and thought-provoking choices....
Summary Monster taming or training games are an extremely lucrative subgenre, thanks in no small part to the cultural juggernaut that isPokémon. The collectible nature of the format makes it ideal for the mobile market, something thePokémon Companythemselves has taken full advantage of in the past decade withseveral best-selling appsbased on their IP. This list will be taking a hyper-focus on that collectible aspect; prioritizing the variety and appeal of monster designs as well as the overall quality of the gameplay experience....
Summary The most interesting open-worlds in gamingare those that are occupied with endless things for players to see or do. One such example is boss fights, with some open-world titles featuring battles that can be incredibly challenging. Whether players encounter them organically through their travels or during a quest, filling an open world with boss fights enhances the gameplay experience. Their place in the world is a constant promise of danger, providing players no shortage of challenges to overcome....
Summary Quick Links TheBorutoseries has introduced fans to a ton of exciting abilities over the years, and that’s no secret. It goes without saying that the world ofBorutohas continuously introduced fans to some of the most overpowered characters, such as the likes of Momoshiki Otsutsuki, Kinshiki Otsutsuki, and later down the line, even stronger ones such as Isshiki Otsutsuki. Fans know that stronger enemies only mean that the main characters are going to get even stronger and that’s why, for many fans, having such powerful characters introduced is exciting, since it means that their favorites will get even stronger....
Summary Activision has revealed the full Season 3 roadmap forCall of Duty: Black Ops 6, confirming which new maps, modes, weapons, and more will be joining Treyarch Studios' latest shooter with its upcoming season. The highly anticipated Season 3 update forCall of Duty: Black Ops 6is now just days away, with players being able to jump into all of the new content from Wednesday, April 2. Yesterday, an extensive blog post broke down all of the new features and gameplay changes coming toCall of Duty: Warzonewith Season 3....
Summary Call of Duty: Warzonehas confirmed that the Buy Station will undergo changes with Verdansk’s return. This update aligns with the ongoing effort to adjustCall of Duty: Warzone’scontent and features, aiming to recreate the experience of the original 2020 version as closely as possible. Like many other games, in its original version,Call of Duty: Warzonefeatured simpler mechanicsthat evolved over time to better meet player needs and enhance gameplay variety. One key example is the Buy Stations, which serve as Activision’s free-to-play title primary tool for acquiring essential survival gear, such as streaks and Loadout Drops....
Summary TheCookie Run: Kingdomcommunity is split between players who enjoyed the recent Secret Garden event’s content and those who found it rather “awful.”Cookie Run: Kingdomplayers discussed the different aspects of the event but couldn’t come to an agreement on whether it was good or bad. Cookie Run: Kingdomis a popular game where players build their own kingdom, combining gacha elements, team-based combat, and city-building mechanics. The game’s developer, Devsisters, steadily releasesupdates and content to keepCookie Run: Kingdomfresh and engaging, and that includes events....
Summary Minh Le, co-creator ofCounter-Strike, recently shared his thoughts on how the video game industry has evolved over the years. The originalCounter-Strike, which launched more than two decades ago, has had a major impact on the tactical FPS genre, particularly in the competitive gaming scene. Le reflected on the changes in the industry from the time the game was released to the present day. TheCounter-Strikefranchise remains incredibly popular, with the release ofCounter-Strike 2in 2023 leading to a surge in player numbers....
Summary Critical Rolehas officially confirmed it is “hard at work” on a video game that will feature the world of Exandria in a brand-new way. Few details are currently available for this project, but theDungeons and Dragonsactual play plans to announce its video game project very soon. In December 2024,Critical RoleCEO Travis Willingham teased an in-development video gameduring an interview with Rolling Stone. While he didn’t lock anything down, he said the company had been dabbling with the industry, and would have “something really exciting to share” either at the end of the year or in early 2025....
