Gaming

Square Enix says it’s testing a fix for one big issue with Final Fantasy 14 on Nintendo Switch 2 as fans generally praise the MMO’s port

• Square Enix testing a fix for a Final Fantasy 14 Switch 2 issue
• Fans generally praising the MMO's Switch 2 port
• Developer actively responding to player feedback post-launch

Square Enix has confirmed it is testing a fix for a significant technical issue affecting the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy 14, its long-running massively multiplayer online role-playing game. The acknowledgement comes as players have generally responded positively to the port, praising how the MMO has…

Mass layoffs expected at EA as the now-private publisher reportedly tells its new debt masters that it’s going to cut $700 million in annual costs

• EA reportedly plans $700 million in annual cost cuts
• Move follows EA's recent transition to private ownership
• Mass layoffs expected as EA services new buyout debt

Electronic Arts, which recently completed a move to private ownership, has reportedly told the lenders financing that deal that it plans to cut around $700 million in annual costs, a signal that significant job losses are likely. The disclosure suggests the new owners are moving quickly to reshape…

All armor locations in Beast of Reincarnation

• Guide lists all armour locations in Beast of Reincarnation
• Only one armour slot exists, so upgrades matter
• Seven armour sets detailed with stats and locations

Polygon has published a guide detailing every armor location in the game Beast of Reincarnation, aimed at helping players find better defensive gear as they progress through the story. Since the game features only a single armor slot, choosing the right body armour matters significantly, with each piece…

A Commodore Amiga FPGA remake is now possible thanks to new landmark agreements

The Amiga Corporation has struck deals with both Commodore International and Hyperion that could pave the way for an Amiga Ultimate FPGA remake.

Big Walk’s Best Feature Is One for the Italians

• Big Walk is a co-op puzzle game by studio House House
• Hand gestures let players communicate without speaking
• Feature aids accessibility and puzzle-solving under communication limits

The Polygon writer reflects on Big Walk, a co-op puzzle game from Melbourne studio House House, arguing that its simple hand-gesture controls are its standout feature. Beyond letting players amuse themselves by waving their character's arms, the gestures become a genuine communication tool, echoing the expressive, hands-heavy way…

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla director makes sudden return to Ubisoft, and will lead the series moving forward

• Eric Baptizat rejoins Ubisoft as Assassin's Creed's new overall Game Director.
• He previously led Black Flag, Origins, Valhalla, then Dead Space Remake at Motive.
• Return follows Black Flag remake's sales success and Ubisoft's Tencent-backed restructuring.

Eric Baptizat, who directed Assassin's Creed Black Flag, Origins and Valhalla, has returned to Ubisoft as the new Game Director for the whole Assassin's Creed franchise. He left the company in 2021 to join Motive Studio, where he directed the Dead Space Remake and worked as a game…

Pokémon Pokopia update adds quest to unlock Dive from Manaphy

• Pokémon Pokopia's free 2.0 update lets all players unlock Dive
• Requires learning Surf and reaching Environment Level 5 first
• Manaphy teaches Dive after being given five seaweed bundles

Polygon has published a guide explaining how to unlock the Dive move in Pokémon Pokopia following the game's free 2.0 update, which is available to all players regardless of whether they own the Bubbly Basin DLC. Dive allows players to explore and build underwater, but it can only…

Black Ops 1 And 2 Ports Sold 11 Million Copies Combined On PlayStation, Benefitting Both Xbox And Sony

The recently released ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 for PlayStation sold more than 11 million combined copies, generating nearly half a billion dollars, according to industry analyst Rhys Elliott. The games, which were developed by Iron Galaxy, were shadow-dropped on PS4 and PS5…

MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls – Official Loki Laufeyson Character Gameplay Guide

Meet Loki Laufeyson, the God of Mischief and God of Lies! In this Character Guide, we cover his unpredictable toolkit so you can outsmart your rivals in every battle. Learn about Loki’s illusion-based feints, counters, icy projectiles, magical attacks, and erratic movement. Dominate with his high-risk playstyle, which…

The Ironmouse Sprite Is Live Now In Fortnite, But It Seems There’s More To Come

Ironmouse's Sprite is now available to claim in Fortnite, but it seems there could be more on the way as the popular VTuber teased some further content for September. On a recent stream, when asked about whether she would be releasing a Fortnite skin, Ironmouse said, "Just a…