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Out of all of Xbox's studios (of which there are admittedly fewer now following mass layoffs and studio divestitures), Blizzard is reportedly the "top performing." That's according to a new report from Windows Central based on emails sent by Blizzard president Johanna Faries to staff last week. In…
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls launched last week, and its first patch is taking aim at the many technical teething issues on PC. Poor optimization appears to be one of the major issues, as many users online have reported it being demanding on their systems despite having moderate PC…
Genki's Manta controller has a built-in screen and operating system
Offers haptic feedback, high polling rates and a headphone jack
Launching soon on Kickstarter for Switch, PC and mobile
Accessory maker Genki is entering the controller market with the Manta, a premium pad featuring its own 2.79-inch screen and onboard operating system, allowing users to switch profiles, remap buttons and manage settings directly on the device without needing a companion app. The move places Genki alongside recent…
Knytt Classic, a free remake of the 2006 original, is out now
Rebuilt pixel-perfect for modern PCs by developer Bit Kid
Adds achievements, gamepad support and new hard modes
Swedish developer Nifflas released the original Knytt as a free Windows PC platformer in 2006, spawning a beloved series that includes Knytt Stories and Knytt Underground. To mark its 20th anniversary, the original game has now been rebuilt and re-released as Knytt Classic, giving a modern audience access…
Payday now has an official playable Fortnite experience.
It is a roguelike heist mode, not a cosmetic crossover.
The project uses Fortnite to introduce Payday to new players.
The Payday franchise has arrived in Fortnite through an officially licensed, playable heist experience rather than the more typical release of character skins and cosmetic items. The article presents the move as another example of established game series using Fortnite’s creator platform to reach new audiences and let…
Hideki Kamiya reflects on Devil May Cry 25 years after its creation
He'd make another entry just to resolve obscure lore
No new game or his return has actually been confirmed
Hideki Kamiya, the director behind the original Devil May Cry, has said that 25 years on from creating the franchise, he would consider returning to make another entry purely to resolve a piece of obscure, deep-cut lore left unexplained in the series. The remark highlights how invested Kamiya…
Amazon discounts MTG Commander precons from Marvel and Strixhaven sets
Marvel Super Heroes bundle down to $199.99, $100 off MSRP
Individual deck deals range from roughly $35 to $65
Amazon has cut prices on several Magic: The Gathering Commander precon decks, including sets from the new Marvel Super Heroes line, the Secrets of Strixhaven set and the recent Lorwyn Eclipsed release. The discounts give shoppers a chance to pick up popular precons at reduced prices during Amazon's…
Fortnite confirms Sonic and Tetris crossovers for Chapter 7 Season 4, out 20 August.
Teaser clues suggest a Sonic-style speed mythic item.
Discord "Lobby Hack" codes hint at a possible Persona 5 collaboration.
Fortnite's next season, Chapter 7 Season 4 (subtitled "Override"), has been confirmed as a gaming-themed "Gaming Legends" crossover event through a series of official teasers. On 10 August, the Sonic the Hedgehog X account posted a clip revealing a Sonic-themed location on the Fortnite map, with Sega's YouTube…
Light No Fire already ranks second on Steam's most-wishlisted games without significant marketing effort
Hello Games founder Sean Murray decided the game needs no promotional push given its strong platform performance
The minimal-marketing approach marks a stark reversal from No Man's Sky's heavily publicised launch strategy
Hello Games' Sean Murray has said he originally planned to reveal more of upcoming survival game Light No Fire, but has questioned the need for further marketing given the title is already topping Steam's wishlist charts. The comment reflects the studio's continued low-key approach to promotion, echoing the…
Arc Raiders' Phantom Targets event requires players to locate and upgrade antenna equipment at three extraction facilities
Cargo Elevators are bunker-style extraction points on Dam Battlegrounds, Spaceport, and Riven Tides with radar dish scaffolding on their roofs
A minor bug may leave interaction prompts visible after completion, though quest progress can be verified via the in-game map
PC Gamer explains how players can upgrade the Cargo Elevator antennas in Arc Raiders, a task likely needed to improve access to or functionality around the elevator. The guide matters because the upgrade process may not be immediately clear during play and can affect progression through the game’s…
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