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Dragon’s Dogma 2 Sells Like Hot Cakes. Open-World Action RPG From Capcom Is Big Hit

Martin Bukowski, 02 April 2024, 04:34

Dragon's Dogma 2 took less than two weeks to hit 2.5 million copies sold. The controversy didn't stop it from being a success.

Content Warning Available for Free on Steam. There’s Is Limited Time to Get the Game a la Lethal Company Free of Cost

Jacob Blazewicz, 02 April 2024, 03:10

Content Warning may have been an April Fool's joke, but the promotion to pick up the game for free is real.

The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2077 Sequel Without Microtransactions. CD Projekt: ‘We Don’t See a Place for Microtransactions in Single-Player Games'

Maciej Gaffke, 02 April 2024, 02:43

CD Projekt Group representatives answered some questions at an investor chat. Among the topics discussed was the issue of microtransactions, which will definitely not be in The Witcher 4 and the Cyberpunk 2077 sequel.

Fourth Season of Diablo 4 With Big Changes. Blizzard Described Them in 10,000 Words

Jacob Blazewicz, 02 April 2024, 02:28

Blizzard released a list of changes to Diablo 4, which players will soon check out as part of Season 4 testing. It looks like the game is in for a small (?) revolution.

Free Shooter Was Charged on Steam. Enlisted Disappeared From Sale; Devs Apologize

Jacob Blazewicz, 29 March 2024, 04:50

Gaijin Entertainment studio seems not to have thought through its decision to release Enlisted on Steam.

‘Of Course Development of the Next GTA Is Falling Behind. It Always Is.’ Jason Schreier Comments on Chaos Surrounding Game’s Release

Adrian Werner, 29 March 2024, 04:21

Rumors about the delay of GTA 6 have hit Take-Two Interactive's stock price hard. In reality, however, delays are something usual and frequent in this industry. Investors should be used to them by now.

Homeworld 3 Devs Prove That They’re Listening to Players. 5 Key Elements Based on Player Feedback Improved on Launch Day

Maciej Gaffke, 29 March 2024, 03:04

More than a month ago, Blackbird Interactive studio released a demo of the Homeworld 3 strategy. After reviewing player feedback, the developers made many changes to the game.

The Witcher 4 Full Production Set to Begin in Coming Months. CD Projekt Reports Second Best Year Ever

Zuzanna Domeradzka, 29 March 2024, 02:21

CD Projekt Group published its financial report for 2023. It also reported how many people are currently developing the company's upcoming projects, including The Witcher 4, and what stages of production each game is at.

Capcom’s Monster Hunter: Wilds Is Expected to Be Their Largest Game Yet. Action RPG Release Expected Soon

Zuzanna Domeradzka, 29 March 2024, 00:53

The upcoming Monster Hunter: Wilds is said to be the biggest game in Capcom's history. An industry insider has stated when we can expect its release.

Guild Wars 3 in Development. Fans Express Concerns for Guild Wars 2 Future

Zuzanna Domeradzka, 29 March 2024, 00:31

By coincidence or not, NCsoft announced that Guild Wars 3 is being developed, although an official announcement probably won't come too soon. MMORPG fans are torn by this news.

Cities: Skylines 2 DLC Receives Lowest Steam Reviews. Players Lose Hope and Patience for City Builder

Zuzanna Domeradzka, 28 March 2024, 23:33

The first DLC for Cities: Skylines 2 is the worst-rated product on Steam. Players believe the „beach” pack doesn't introduce what it should.

Devs and Publishers Comment on Accusations of Addiction to “Overly Addictive” Video Games

Jacob Blazewicz, 28 March 2024, 06:32

Game devs object to accusing their games of being addictive simply because they give players „too much” fun.

Seismic Decisions at Sega. Relic Goes Independent, Layoffs at Creative Assembly

Kamil Kleszyk, 28 March 2024, 04:20

Relic Entertainment studio has parted ways with Sega. The developers of the Company of Heroes and Dawn of War series have set their sights on independence. The publisher also carried out layoffs at Creative Assembly studio.

Dragon Age Developer Works on New Ambitious Game

Jacob Blazewicz, 28 March 2024, 03:20

Mike Laidlaw, former creative director of the Dragon Age series, will soon show the world what his new studio Yellow Brick Games has been working on for years.

Gran Turismo 7 Fans Waited 11 Years for Update That Gave Them Beloved Car

Christopher Mysiak, 28 March 2024, 03:06

Gran Turismo 7's March update is just as (in)abundant in content as the previous two, but it was met with a much better reception from players. That's thanks to the Toyota GT-One, whose return fans have been looking forward to for years.

After 17 Years, Hellgate: London Gets Sequel. Dev of London Is Also Responsible for Hellgate: Redemption

Martin Bukowski, 28 March 2024, 02:31

Hellgate: Redemption is the code name for the new part of the cult series, whose previous installment was released in 2007. The same developer is responsible for the production.

PS Plus April 2024 With Last Year’s AAA Shooter and Addictive Action Game

Martin Bukowski, 28 March 2024, 02:12

In April 2024, PS Plus subscribers will be able to check out last year's AAA shooter, the strategic Minecraft spin-off, and the highly acclaimed rougelike.

No Man’s Sky Received Major Orbital Update. It Improves Space Stations and Introduces Long-Awaited Feature

Martin Bukowski, 28 March 2024, 01:39

A new update finally hit No Man's Sky. It thoroughly redesigns space stations and introduces a long-awaited starship customisation.

Jack Thompson Once Called GTA a „Murder Simulator.” Now, He Considers Games „Arguably the Greatest Teaching Tools Ever Invented”

Jacob Blazewicz, 28 March 2024, 00:56

Jack Thompson made a name for himself as a fierce opponent of video games, but while he still has no love for „murder simulators,” today he sees the potential of games as a teaching tool.

Swen Vincke Sees Potential in AI Revolution. Baldur’s Gate 3 Dev Shed Some Light on Larian Studios' Future

Kamil Kleszyk, 28 March 2024, 00:10

Swen Vincke claims that there is currently so much work in gamedev that help from AI is welcome. At the same time, the Baldur's Gate 3 developer points out the limitations of artificial intelligence.

Manor Lords Dev and Others Address Recurring Problem With Drugging GDC Participant

Jacob Blazewicz, 27 March 2024, 07:24

The developer of Manor Lords has joined developers drawing attention to the problem of drugging Game Developer Conference participants, and the outrageous behavior of the San Francisco services, where the event is held.

Marvel Rivals Is Said to Be Game in Style of Overwatch and Valorant. Character List Leaked

Martin Bukowski, 27 March 2024, 06:37

Marvel Rivals is the likely title of NetEase studio's new Overwatch-style game, in which we will control heroes from the popular universe.

Fallout 76 With Big Update to America’s Playground. Game Is Still Lacking Important Feature, Which “Drives CEO of Microsoft Gaming Crazy”

Maciej Gaffke, 27 March 2024, 01:33

The Atlantic City update for Fallout 76 has been expanded with the addition of the second part - America's Playground. Season 16, „Duel with the Devil,” is also now available in the game.

Enshrouded Received First Major Update. Devs Added New Area and Many Minor Changes

Kamil Kleszyk, 27 March 2024, 00:51

Survival RPG Enshrouded received its first major update. The new content is quite a treat for players looking for a real challenge.

The 1992 Alone in the Dark was the Progenitor of All Survival Horror

Darius Matusiak, 26 March 2024, 08:16

After a hiatus of many years, the legendary Alone in the Dark is returning. The latest installment will show a completely new approach to the story and characters we met more than 30 years ago. The title was hailed as a revolution at the time, and no one guessed that it was playing the first survival horror game.

Cities: Skylines 2 Gets Long-Awaited Feature. Map Editor Is Coming With First Paid DLC

Jacob Blazewicz, 26 March 2024, 03:54

Cities: Skylines 2 players finally received a substitute for official modding tools. The game also got many fixes and the first so-called asset pack, although the Beach Properties DLC didn't excite fans.

Baldur’s Gate 3 Original Version Let Us Convert Villains. One of Main Antagonists Was Considered Recruitable

Alexandra Sokol, 26 March 2024, 03:03

We're left to wonder what line of thinking Larian Studios followed in making the would-be companion a faction of the Dead Three.

Mass Effect 5 in Good Hands, Being Developed by Original Trilogy Veterans

Adrian Werner, 26 March 2024, 02:32

BioWare studio isn't going to take any chances with Mass Effect 5. The game's executive producer revealed that the most important positions in the team are filled by veterans of the original trilogy.

Cozy Games Make First Days of Spring More Pleasant. New Announcements Already Await Around the Corner

Sonia Selerska, 26 March 2024, 01:42

Latest of the adorable games surprises by breaking the mold. See mechs on a farm, a galactic office, and slimy pets.

Manor Lords Dev Explains Mechanic Limitations, Highlighted by New Feature

Jacob Blazewicz, 25 March 2024, 15:13

Alpha testing of the Manor Lords strategy confirmed the developer's belief that too much randomness in gameplay isn't a good idea.

New on Steam. Civilization Rival From Paradox and Beautiful City Builder in Fantasy Settings

Adrian Werner, 25 March 2024, 05:28

This week on Steam, games such as Millennia, Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles, Sentry, Between Horizons, Outpost: Infinity Siege, South Park: Snow Day!, Geneforge 2: Infestation, Necrosmith 2, Open Roads, Under The Yoke, Felvidek, or Maniac will be released.

Better Remember About This Mechanic in Dragon’s Dogma 2; Otherwise Your Pawn Will Slaughter Entire Villages and Key NPCs

Zbigniew Woznicki, 25 March 2024, 04:22

One of Dragon's Dogma 2's mechanics has caught players by surprise in an unsettling way. It turns out that you can accidentally block access to many side quests.

Summer Vacation With Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail Delayed to Allow Players Enjoy Elden Ring DLC

Maciej Gaffke, 25 March 2024, 03:17

We learned the release date of Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail from Square Enix studio. The game's director gave this info, referring to the Elden Ring expansion.

Baldur's Gate 3 Sales Surpass Larian Studios' Expectations. Swen Vincke Defends Brand Owner Amid Lack of Continuation

Kamil Kleszyk, 25 March 2024, 02:54

In a recent interview, Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke reported that Baldur's Gate 3 sales are „almost double” compared to Divinity: Original Sin 2.

Ubisoft's Highly Anticipated Shooter Devs Frustrated. Rumors of Being Directed to Copy Call of Duty

Kamil Kleszyk, 25 March 2024, 02:39

It's still unclear when online shooter XDefiant will be released. The game's internal delays are allegedly due to Ubisoft's helmsmen pressuring the developers to make the production more similar to the Call of Duty series.

Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide to Launch with Major Update. PC Release Anticipated 'Soon'

Krzysztof Kaluzinski, 25 March 2024, 01:52

The latest information about The Rising Tide reveals details about the plot of the second expansion for Final Fantasy XVI, as well as a new region and mode. An update 1.30 will be released along with the DLC, and we still don't know when exactly Final Fantasy XVI will be released on PC.

No Bonus for Overwatch 2 Devs from Blizzard Due to Game Criticism and Company Policy

Maciej Gaffke, 25 March 2024, 01:38

Following a change in Blizzard's bonus assignment rules, the developers of Overwatch 2 couldn't count on additional compensation. This is blamed on the poor results recorded by the hero shooter.

The Callisto Protocol to Receive Spin-off Despite Initial Failure. It Will Be Completely Different Game, Devs Take Unexpected Direction

Krzysztof Kaluzinski, 25 March 2024, 01:11

Striking Distance Studios develops a new game set in the world of The Callisto Protocol. However, it isn't a sequel to the survival horror game from 2022, but an action-packed production with the working title Project Birdseye.

GTA 6 Release in 2025 May Be at Risk. Rockstar Is Reportedly Considering Backup Plan

Maciej Gaffke, 23 March 2024, 07:23

GTA 6 development is supposedly slowing down and Rockstar Games studio may even postpone the game's release to 2026. Such a solution is suggested by people involved in the production, contacted by Kotaku. .

CD Projekt Red Won’t Follow in Larian’s Footsteps. Cyberpunk 2077 Devs Want ‘To Have a Banging Release Where Everything Is as Close to Perfection as Can Be’

Marcin Przala, 23 March 2024, 06:48

Pawel Sasko revealed that CD Projekt Red has no intention of releasing games in early access. Instead, the Polish dev wants its new titles to have a near-perfect launch, on par with the one scored by the Cyberpunk 2077 expansion.

Resident Evil 9 Potentially Expanding to Open World. Capcom Wants to Use Dragon’s Dogma 2 Tech

Michal Harat, 23 March 2024, 06:25

A popular industry informant has drawn attention to certain connections between the presumed Resident Evil 9, Dragon's Dogma 2, and Monster Hunter: Wilds. It's all about technology and fundamental assumptions.

Path of Exile 2 Beta Delayed. PoE: Necropolis Introduces Tons of Changes

Jacob Blazewicz, 22 March 2024, 07:01

Grinding Gear Games studio has decided to delay beta testing of Path of Exile 2, despite the fact that they probably will manage to complete the game in time.

Baldur’s Gate 3 Devs Revealed How One of Characters Initially Looked Like. He Didn’t Resemble His Current Design Even a Bit

Michal Serwicki, 22 March 2024, 05:53

Larian Studios showed off the original appearance of one of the most beloved characters from Baldur's Gate 3.

Baldur's Gate 3 Developers Thought About Major DLC or Sequel, Didn't Have the Heart For It

Jacob Blazewicz, 22 March 2024, 04:27

Swen Vincke revealed a little more about the reasons for abandoning further development of the Baldur's Gate brand. The developers were thinking about an add-on or even a sequel, but all Larian was to breathe a sigh of relief after abandoning those plans.

Dragon's Dogma 2's Big, Controversial Launch. Microtransactions and Optimization Criticized on Steam

Peter Doron, 22 March 2024, 03:52

Capcom's latest game, the action RPG Dragon's Dogma 2, has debuted on Steam and consoles. And while crowds are playing, the publisher can't be entirely satisfied with the reception of its latest production.

Baldur’s Gate 4 or Any Baldur’s Gate 3 DLCs From Larian Studios Won’t Be Developed

Maciej Gaffke, 22 March 2024, 02:17

The founder of Larian Studios, Swen Vincke, outlined the future of Baldur's Gate 3. The hit game won't get any DLC, and the company isn't considering developing a fourth installment and is abandoning the D&D brand.

'Italian' Soulslike, Dodging Elden Ring Expansion, Announces New Release Date

Zuzanna Domeradzka, 22 March 2024, 01:40

We have learned the new release date for the soulslike Enotria: The Last Song. The devs have released a gameplay trailer and announced an upcoming demo.

Assassin's Creed Jade Reportedly Delayed. Reuters Reports New Release Window

Kamil Kleszyk, 22 March 2024, 01:16

According to the latest reports, Assassin's Creed: Jade won't be released until 2025. Delaying the release of the mobile title was supposed to be caused by the decision of the Chinese corporation Tencent.

Helldivers 2 Devs Tried to Fix One Million Accounts. Instead, Players Received Crashes

Jacob Blazewicz, 21 March 2024, 07:00

The developer of Helldivers 2 hoped to fix the progression system on „millions of accounts.” Instead, players are complaining of numerous crashes and problems with Galactic War.

Starfield's Ending Was Developed at the Last Moment. Level Designer Tossed the Idea

Martin Bukowski, 21 March 2024, 06:42

Bethesda, in developing the Starfield ending, acted in haste. At fault is an overly large development team. WARNING: spoilers.