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Square Enix debuts new FFXIV Evercold tank job Bastion at Berlin Fan Fest

  • Bastion is FF14’s first wholly original job.
  • It is a new defence-and-offence-focused tank class.
  • Evercold launches in January.

Square Enix has unveiled Bastion, a new tank job for Final Fantasy 14’s forthcoming Evercold expansion, at Fan Fest Berlin. It matters because Bastion is both part of the game’s redesigned “Evolved Combat” system and the first FF14 job not derived from an established Final Fantasy role. Bastion…

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Modders finally got a high-quality third-person camera working in Baldur’s Gate 3 for all you Dragon Age sickos

  • A mod adds a customisable third-person camera to Baldur’s Gate 3.
  • It supports WASD movement and several camera settings.
  • The feature offers a more Dragon Age-style perspective.

A new Baldur’s Gate 3 mod by Relysia adds a customisable over-the-shoulder third-person camera, offering players a closer, more action-RPG-style perspective. It matters because the game’s existing camera remains oriented towards its tactical, top-down design, while the mod gives players a more direct way to view exploration and…

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God of War Laufey finally gets a release date – here’s when you’ll be able to play it

  • God of War Laufey launches on PS5 on 16 February 2027.
  • The game stars Faye as its new protagonist.
  • It will have a disc release but no PC port.

Sony has confirmed that God of War Laufey will launch exclusively for PlayStation 5 on 16 February 2027. The announcement, made at San Diego Comic-Con and on social media, gives a firm date for the next God of War title, which shifts focus to Faye, also known as…

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Discussion time: Have you ever said goodbye to an MMO you’ve played for 1,000s of hours?

  • PC Gamer discussion prompt asks readers about quitting long-played MMOs.
  • Piece invites reader stories rather than reporting news.
  • Full article text was unavailable, limiting further detail.

This PC Gamer piece is a reader discussion prompt inviting the site's community to share stories about walking away from a massively multiplayer online (MMO) game they had once poured thousands of hours into. Such "discussion time" features are a regular format for the outlet, using a personal…

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How to gift drop in Forza Horizon 6

  • Gift Drop unlocks after your first barn find.
  • Gifted cars are permanently removed from your garage.
  • Recipients are chosen randomly within selected player groups.

Forza Horizon 6 allows players to permanently give cars from their garage to other players through the Gift Drop feature. It unlocks after the first barn find and matters because the game provides little explanation, while gifts cannot be directed to a specific person or reclaimed once sent.…

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Former PlayStation head says the rise of AAA games shut down Japan Studio because Sony “wanted to drive hardware sales with games like God of War and Uncharted”

  • Sony prioritised blockbuster games designed to sell consoles.
  • Japan Studio’s smaller-scale output no longer fit that strategy.
  • The studio was reorganised in 2021.

Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida said Japan Studio was closed because Sony increasingly prioritised large, blockbuster games that could help sell PlayStation hardware, such as God of War and Uncharted. His comments highlight how the rising cost and commercial importance of AAA development reshaped Sony’s studio strategy, leaving…

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God of War Laufey release date adds to a crowded February 2027 game lineup

  • God of War Laufey arrives on PS5 on 16 February 2027.
  • Faye leads the series’ first game without Kratos.
  • February also includes several major AAA game releases.

Sony Santa Monica has confirmed that God of War Laufey will launch exclusively for PlayStation 5 on 16 February 2027, placing it in an increasingly crowded month for major game releases. The spin-off is significant because it is the first God of War title not led by Kratos,…

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Final Fantasy XIV Online Releases For Switch 2 On 4th August 2026

  • Final Fantasy XIV launches on Switch 2 on 4th August 2026.
  • Prices range from £11.99 to £87.99.
  • The download is estimated at 117GB.

Square Enix has confirmed that Final Fantasy XIV Online will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on 4th August 2026, giving Nintendo’s new hybrid console access to the long-running MMORPG. The release matters because it expands the game to another major platform and includes a free trial, potentially making…

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What’s Up With Those Avengers: Doomsday Latverian Witches at Comic-Con? | Comic Con 2026

  • Changing witch costumes fuel Avengers: Doomsday speculation.
  • They may represent Doctor Doom’s magical followers.
  • Marvel has not yet confirmed their identities.

Marvel’s Comic-Con booth has displayed several costumes from Avengers: Doomsday, including a mysterious “Latverian Witch” outfit that has changed colour on successive days. The display has prompted speculation that Doctor Doom will have magical allies or lieutenants in the film, reinforcing the character’s comic-book association with both science…

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Best players for FC 26 No Way Through Evolution

  • Upgrade an eligible goalkeeper through three simple match-based levels.
  • Several elite Ultimate Team goalkeeper cards are recommended.
  • Lower-rated cards may benefit most from evolution chaining.

FC 26’s No Way Through Evolution lets Ultimate Team players significantly upgrade an eligible goalkeeper, improving attributes such as handling, reflexes, speed and positioning. It matters because the FUTTIES Tokens-store evolution can make already strong goalkeeper cards more competitive, particularly when used as part of a wider evolution…

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