Awesome Radical Gaming

Gaming news that is both awesome AND radical.

  • Larian Studios, creators of the popular game Baldur’s Gate 3, have indicated that gamers who pre-ordered the deluxe edition for PS5 in North America will now face delays until July. The developers announced via their official Twitter account that manufacturing of the PS5 discs was held up due to production changes beyond their control, extending…

    Physical Deluxe Edition of Baldur’s Gate 3 for PS5 Delayed in North America
  • Wizards of the Coast will be releasing Magic: The Gathering Modern Horizons 3 on June 14. The product range, which includes booster boxes and commander decks all designed for the Modern gameplay format, is now available for preorder. The preceding sets, Modern Horizons 1 and 2, enjoyed popularity amongst players, and Modern Horizons 3 is…

    Amazon Offers Discounts on Preorders for Magic: The Gathering Modern Horizons 3
  • John Romero, the acclaimed developer of Doom, took to Twitter to clarify the pronunciation of the gamer slang term “gib,” short for “giblets.” The term is often used to describe the effect of a game character being blown into chunks of meat and organs. Romero emphasized that the correct pronunciation uses a soft “G,” contrary…

    “Doom Guy John Romero Explains the Correct Pronunciation of ‘Gib'”
  • As Shadow of the Erdtree’s release approaches, a new story trailer has been unveiled, providing a teaser for the lore-rich journey ahead. Developer FromSoftware began hinting at the game’s storyline after the gameplay trailer’s release in February. This chapter of the saga, orchestrated by game director Hidetaka Miyazaki, is set in the Land of Shadow,…

    New Trailer for Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree serves as a dramatic summons to battle
  • Square Enix has revealed the much-anticipated arrival of the Kingdom Hearts franchise to Steam. Set to debut on June 13, the full Dark Seeker Saga featuring popular characters Sora, Donald, and Goofy will be available on Valve’s platform. Prior to this, Kingdom Hearts was an exclusive to the Epic Games Store on PC, and this…

    Next Month, Kingdom Hearts Series Set to Launch on Steam
  • Square Enix, the well-known Japanese gaming company, has recently announced considerable downsizing operations on both its North American and European branches. This decision, which is speculated to impact hundreds of employees, is a part of broad restructuring goals that aim to bolster profitability by redirecting resources to live service and mobile game development. Their CEO,…

    Square Enix Reports Significant Job Cuts in North America and Europe
  • Shift Up, developer of the hit game Stellar Blade, has revealed that it is developing a new game titled Project Witches. The game, described as an “AAA urban sci-fi action RPG”, is scheduled for release in 2027 and will reportedly be cross-platform and next-gen compatible. While limited information has been released about Project Witches, the…

    Next AAA Action RPG Titled Project Witches Reportedly Scheduled by Stellar Blade Studio
  • Blizzard’s newest Loot Reborn patch for Diablo 4, which has overhauled some core game systems, now significantly reduces the gold cost of transmutation in item Masterworking. Masterworking, a system launched in the patch, gives players a new approach to upgrade their items and presents a new endgame dungeon, the Pit, where players can earn crafting…

    Diablo 4 Patch Considerably Lowers the Expense of Transforming Masterwork Materials
  • Vanillaware is actively searching for new talent to join their team for an upcoming fantasy action-RPG game. The positions are set to take place in Azuchi, Osaka, beginning with a six-month contract that has the potential to transition into a full-time, permanent role. The company promises the same benefits, treatment, and competitive pay for all,…

    Vanillaware is Hiring Personnel for a New Fantasy Action-RPG Project
  • Nintendo has announced its acquisition of Miami-based Shiver Entertainment, the game studio responsible for the Switch versions of Hogwarts Legacy and Mortal Kombat 1. The acquisition will make Shiver a fully-owned subsidiary of Nintendo, with a focus on continuing to port and develop games across multiple platforms, including the Nintendo Switch. Despite not disclosing the…

    Nintendo Acquires Hogwarts Legacy, Mortal Kombat Port Studio Prior to Switch 2 Launch
  • Arrowhead Game Studios, the developer behind Helldivers 2, has announced that it cannot confirm when its next game patch will be released. The team is purportedly taking additional time on this patch to maintain the quality of updates, with community manager, Thomas ‘Twinbeard’ Petersson, indicating that future patches may be less frequent. The team believes…

    Arrowhead May Delay Future Helldivers 2 Patches to Prioritize Quality Over Speed
  • In a unique marketing collaboration, video game Stellar Blade has partnered with Australian restaurant chain Gami Chicken & Beer. They’ve launched a special promotion that includes a new menu item, the “Stellar Blade Burger”, available only at Sydney and Melbourne restaurants. The PlayStation AU account officially announced the partnership, revealing a larger promotional campaign between…

    This unusual Stellar Blade-themed burger makes buns blue