Author: Abyan Khan

Zelda producer Aonuma hints that elements from Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment might influence the next mainline Zelda game.

Circana data shows November 2025 had the lowest U.S. video game hardware and physical software sales since 1995.

ARC Raiders’ Cold Snap update brings snow-covered maps, Frostbite hazards, events, a free Raider Deck, and new rewards starting December 16.

The December 9 Battlefield 6 update adds new maps and modes — but reports of severe stuttering and hit-registration problems are flooding in.

The Nex Playground unexpectedly beat Xbox during US Black Friday week, while PS5 led sales and Switch 2 secured second place.

PlayStation 5 was the clear winner of Black Friday 2025 in the UK, securing an impressive 62% of all console sales for the week. The latest data from NielsenIQ, reported by The Game Business, shows that overall hardware performance improved compared to last year, with revenue rising by 14% and unit sales increasing by 7% across the board. This surge was driven largely by the PS5, which significantly outperformed its competitors thanks to widespread price cuts and aggressive holiday promotions. Sony’s discount strategy played a major role in the console’s Black Friday success. The standard PS5 model was selling for…

Tarkov’s full 1.0 arrival on Steam is being review-bombed—not for the game, but due to launch-day server outages and account problems.

Experts say GTA 6’s latest delay may cost Rockstar up to $500 million in added development, marketing, and lost revenue.

The USPTO has ordered a re-examination of Nintendo’s summoning patent, potentially impacting its ongoing Palworld lawsuit.

A new research has found out that players spend over twice as much on video game remakes than on remasters.

Lester from GTA V, Jay Klaitz, says GTA 6 “deserves” a $100 price tag. However, analysts believe $70 may generate more revenue than $100.

PlayStation and Xbox are exploring generative AI for game development, joining the growing trend seen in indie games on Steam.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 gets two new collectors editions — the $69.99 Lumière (PS5) and the $59.99 Mirror (PS5/Xbox).

U.S. Senators warn that EA’s $55B buyout, backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, could pose major national security threat.

A new leak claims Silent Hill: Townfall will launch on March 26, 2026 during this month’s Silent Hill Transmission event.

A new leak reveals that Bungie’s Marathon could launch at $40 with 28 weapons, including automatic rifles, shotguns, and rail guns.

Microsoft reportedly canceled its first-party Xbox handheld after AMD demanded a 10 million unit commitment for a custom chip.

Microsoft may have lost over $300 million in Call of Duty sales after Game Pass release, raising questions about the model’s long-term impact.

The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered physical edition will be cheaper than its digital counterpart, according to a trusted leaker.

Shift Up teases horror-tone DLC for Stellar Blade, with “In one week…” hinting at a reveal during Tokyo Game Show 2025.

Amazon Prime Video is adapting Life is Strange into a live-action series from Charlie Covell, with LuckyChap and Story Kitchen producing.

Ghost of Yotei will require 85 GB on PS5 and open for pre-loading on September 25 ahead of its October 2 release.

A new leak reveals Mirak Valley, Battlefield 6’s biggest launch map, as EA and DICE promise expansive gameplay.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 drops traditional difficulty settings in its campaign, offering one challenging mode for all players this October.

A major Nintendo Direct is rumored for mid-September, with Metroid Prime 4 and Mario’s 40th anniversary in the spotlight.

A leaked kei car scan suggests that Forza Horizon 6 could be set in Japan, adding weight to long-standing rumors about its next location.

Capcom’s Code Veronica remake is rumored to be an AAA title, matching the scale of RE2 and RE4, signaling a major return.

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition struggles on Switch 2 at Gamescom, with handheld mode dropping to just 15 FPS.

Battlefield 2042 hits 20k+ Steam players with Update 9.2, free Battle Pass, Iwo Jima map, and BF6 crossover rewards.

EA aims to make Battlefield an annual franchise. Analyst says it’ll take 5–6 years before two consecutive yearly releases are possible.

Borderlands 4 takes inspiration from Baldur’s Gate 3 as Gearbox promises deeper co-op RPG elements and unique builds for each class.

Borderlands 4 on Switch 2 drops split-screen, runs at 30 FPS, launches Oct 3, but keeps full cross-play support.

A leaked Blizzard build labeled “2.5.Xpaladin.67961” hints at a potential Paladin class for Diablo 4—possibly part of the next expansion.

A trusted Resident Evil leaker claims Resident Evil Requiem will likely be Leon S. Kennedy’s final chapter.

Australia’s Federal Court ruled Apple and Google anti-competitive. Epic Games will bring Fortnite and its store to iOS in Australia soon.

The future of contraband is in danger after Avalanche confirmed a halt in development as Microsoft reassesses its gaming portfolio.

Larian CEO Swen Vincke teases studio’s next ambitious RPG—fans urged to be patient following BG3’s second anniversary.

Take-Two replaces BioShock 4 leadership after failed review, cancelling original remake and committing to narrative overhaul.

Silent Hill F was nearly set in Japan’s real ‘Silent Hill,’ but Mount Fuji’s scenic beauty ruined the horror vibe.

Scammers are sending fake Battlefield 6 playtest invites on Instagram to steal Steam login info from excited fans.

CD Projekt Red confirms The Witcher 4 will honor Witcher 3’s legacy while beginning a new saga with refined gameplay.

Battlefield 6 appears to be making a major shift: it will no longer restrict weapons to specific classes, according to the latest Battlefield Labs community update. This change abandons a nearly universal staple of past Battlefield titles, where Assault, Engineer, Support, and Recon each had distinct weapon pools. The development team confirmed that players will be able to equip any weapon with any class, though classes will still offer signature perks and weapons to encourage role-appropriate play. This move comes despite significant fan backlash. The removal of weapon restrictions—widely associated with the controversial design choices in Battlefield 2042—was originally assumed…

Indie games are making serious waves on Steam in 2025, with new data suggesting they now account for nearly half of the platform’s top performers. While Steam has always been considered a haven for indie developers, the momentum behind smaller games this year is unprecedented — and may even signal a shift in the gaming landscape. So far in 2025, 4,600 indie titles have been released on Steam. If this pace continues, the platform could be on track for its biggest year yet for independent releases. That follows an already massive 2024, which saw 8,588 indie games published on Steam.…

Rumors say Halo CE remake launches in 2026 but may be campaign‑only, omitting multiplayer—reveals expected in October.

Cyberpunk 2077 hits 66K+ players on Steam after Edgerunners 2 reveal and an upcoming patch fuel resurgence.

Leaker claims PS6 will be announced in 2028, released in 2029, with dev kits arriving in 2026 and a handheld in development.

Canceled Perfect Dark reboot’s gameplay was real but staged, confirms ex-dev after Xbox Showcase controversy.

After months of fan theories and speculation, Nintendo has officially confirmed that the team behind Super Mario Odyssey is leading development on the highly anticipated 3D platformer, Donkey Kong Bananza. The confirmation comes from a hands-on preview event, where outlets like Shacknews were able to verify that Nintendo EPD (Entertainment Planning & Development) and 1-Up Studio—the same studios responsible for Mario’s 2017 3D adventure—are developing the upcoming Donkey Kong title. While Nintendo has yet to detail which specific developers are returning, this announcement has certainly heightened expectations for the project. A Promising Future for Donkey Kong’s Return First unveiled during…

Nintendo will adjust prices for original Switch consoles, games, and accessories in Canada starting August 1, 2025.

RTX 5060 Ti vs RX 9060 XT: Compare gaming FPS, DLSS, VRAM, power use, and value to find out which mid-range GPU is better in 2025.