Author: Mike
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Demo for Granblue Fantasy: Relink Now Available on PlayStation Before Official Launch
The action RPG Granblue Fantasy: Relink is set to release a demo on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Publisher Cygames and developer Cygames Osaka announced the upcoming demo which includes three gameplay modes: Tutorial, Story, and Quest. Tutorial mode allows players to familiarize themselves with the game’s controls and combat system, while Story mode provides…
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Pokémon TV Set to Close Down in March
The Pokémon TV app, which has provided fans with access to episodes and movies from the Pokémon cartoon series, will cease to exist on March 28, 2024. As announced by The Pokémon Company, the app and the website will gradually wind down, starting with the removal of the app from several major digital stores including…
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“Trailer for ‘Pieces of the Puzzle’ in Mario vs. Donkey Kong”
Nintendo has unveiled a new trailer for their enhanced version of “Mario vs. Donkey Kong”, featuring over 130 levels and a two-player mode for cooperative play. The game introduces new worlds like Merry Mini-Land and Slippery Summit, filled with fresh enemies and unique play mechanics. Players can also unlock extra challenges with Plus Levels and…
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Jets’n’Guns Complete Collection and Bullet Hell Collection set to release on Switch this year
Shmup fans have much to look forward to this year as Red Art Games initiates its first Shmup Week event with two prominent announcements. The Bullet Hell Collection: Volume 1 and Jets’n’Guns Complete Collection are both set to launch on Switch in Q3 2024. The Bullet Hell Collection: Volume 1 comprise three games: Void Gore,…
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Twitch CEO Admits “Optimistic” Staffing Strategy as 500 Employees are Laid Off
Twitch, a streaming service owned by Amazon, confirmed recent reports that it will lay off around 35% of its workforce – equating to over 500 jobs – as part of a plan to resize the company, according to CEO Dan Clancy. In an internal email, which was later posted on the company’s blog, Clancy outlined…
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“Steam To Allow Most AI-Generated Games, Given They Are Properly Disclosed”
Indie platform holder Valve has declared a fresh policy for Steam games that adopt AI technology, now requiring developers to divulge how they are utilizing AI tools, including the measures they are taking against live-generated content that might violate the law or infringe copyrights. The company is also launching a new reporting system for infringements.…
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A New Trailer Released for Another Code: Recollection
Nintendo’s Another Code: Recollection, set for a release on January 19, 2024, has a freshly unveiled trailer for fans to enjoy. The game, a compilation of the remakes of the original Trace Memory and Another Code: R — A Journey Into Lost Memories from the Nintendo DS and Wii, focuses on narrative mystery. A demo…
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Hotfix 16 for Baldur’s Gate 3 Enables Players to Reach Quest Items from Any Location
Larian has launched Hotfix 16 for Baldur’s Gate 3, introducing an array of changes and bug fixes. The main feature of this hotfix grants players the ability to access quest items from anywhere, including from a party member, the camp chest, or a character left in the camp, eliminating the need for inventory management to…
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HBO’s The Last of Us has cast its character Abby.
HBO’s second season of “The Last of Us” will star Golden Globe and Emmy nominee, Kaitlyn Dever, as Abby Anderson, the antagonist and playable character from “The Last of Us Part 2” video game. Dever is slated to join the return of Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, who plays the roles of Joel and Ellie…
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Alan Wake is Becoming a Part of Dead by Daylight
Behaviour Interactive continues to expand the crossover content of its popular 2016 game, Dead by Daylight, now introducing a DLC based on Alan Wake 2, an acclaimed 2024 title. The character Alan Wake enters the game as a survivor, adding to the growing list of crossovers which include notable figures such as Nicholas Cage. Dead…
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Unity to Cut 25% of its Staff
Unity, the multiplatform game engine company, has announced that it will be reducing its workforce by about 25%, which accounts for approximately 1,800 of its employees. The layoffs, which affect all segments of the company, are to be completed by March 2024 and is part of the company’s restructuring to refocus on its core business.…
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New Co-op Mode, Cosmic Exploration, Brings Starfield Action to Even Final Fantasy 14
Final Fantasy 14 is preparing to launch a new feature, Cosmic Exploration, that aims to further immerse players in an intergalactic journey. The upcoming mode promises a cooperative experience, taking players on a journey across multiple planets, working on various projects. This addition to the game follows in the footsteps of the popular Animal Crossing-inspired…