Tag: Gaming News
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“Bloomtown: A Different Story” Set to Launch on September 24
The turn-based RPG ‘Bloomtown: A Different Story’ is set to release on September 24 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam, as announced by publishers Twin Sails Interactive and developers Different Sense Games and Lazy Bear Games. This JRPG offers a unique blend of turn-based combat, monster taming,…
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Stellaris announces September release for new Cosmic Storms expansion that will engulf the galaxy
Paradox Interactive has unveiled its new Stellaris: Cosmic Storms expansion for the sci-fi strategy game, slated for a PC launch on September 10, 2024. Included in this expansion are a host of fresh technologies and edicts to combat the novel Cosmic Storm threat, the innovative Storm Chaser origin, and two enticing precursor stories. The expansion…
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Trailer for Dragon Age: The Veilguard Leaked Ahead of Schedule, October Set as Release Date
The release date for the upcoming video game, “Dragon Age: The Veilguard,” has been inadvertently revealed through a prematurely released trailer. The trailer provides glimpses of gameplay footage and character Solas from “Dragon Age: Inquisition,” finally unveiling the game’s title and announcing a launch date of October 31. The official announcement of the release date…
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Shadow Shutdown of Final Fantasy XIV European Data Center
Square Enix, in June 2024, launched the Final Fantasy XIV European Data Center Shadow to alleviate congestion during the Dawntrail expansion, but it’s set to shut down in late August 2024. The center housed four worlds, Innocence, Pixie, Titania, and Tycoon, all of which experienced congestion after the launch. The company is advising players to…
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Screenshots of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Reveal New Storyline Episodes and World Locations
Square Enix has unveiled new information and screenshots for the upcoming Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake. The game is due for release on platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam) on November 14. The remake offers several fresh perspectives, including a spotlight on the protagonist’s father, Ortega. New scenes and…
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‘Definitive’ Re-release of Doom and Doom II Loaded with Upgrades
Bethesda has surprise-released an updated combination of Doom and Doom II, aptly named “Doom + Doom II”. The re-release, a free update for current owners of the original games, includes a new single-player episode along with the ability to play online cross-platform deathmatch multiplayer. The package also includes an array of add-ons like Sigil, an…
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Unveiling of Doom Anthology: Bundle Includes 6 Games, a Steelbook Case, and BFG Replica
QuakeCon 2024 is kicking off soon, with multiple exciting reveals already announced for dedicated Doom fans. Enhancements have been made to the original Doom and its sequel, Doom II, and are now freely available for existing owners, though both games are being sold at a discounted price. The most attention-grabbing news though, is the launch…
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Radical Fish Games Reveals 2.5D Pixel-Art Action RPG Alabaster Dawn, Scheduled for 2025 Early Access Release on Steam
Radical Fish Games, known for 2018’s CrossCode, has unveiled their latest game, Alabaster Dawn, a 2.5D pixel-art action RPG, which is expected to be released on Steam Early Access in 2025. Previously known as ‘Project Terra’, the game revolves around the protagonist Juno, who has the task of saving a world that has morphed into…
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Shipments of the PS5 Surpass 61.8 Million
Sony’s financial results have revealed that, as of June 30, 2024, the company has shipped a total of 61.8 million PlayStation 5 units worldwide. Despite a decrease of 0.9 million units during the three months ending June, with 2.4 million shipped, Sony also announced an increase in PlayStation Network’s monthly active users, with 116 million…
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Valorant is Now Playable on Console
Four years post its PC-only release, Riot’s first live-service shooter, Valorant, is now playable on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Console users had been anticipating Valorant’s release since its initial launch in 2020, and their excitement peaked when the console launch was officially announced during Summer Game Fest. Following a successful open beta in…
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Game Informer Closes Doors After 33 Years of Operation
Game Informer, the longest-running video games magazine in the United States, is closing after 33 years. The announcement mentioned the evolution of gaming from pixelated adventures to immersive virtual realms, stating that despite the end of the print run, the passion for gaming shared with their loyal readers would continue. The statement ended with gratitude…
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Significant Changes are Coming to Diablo 4 Bosses in Season 5
According to Blizzard in a recent livestream, Diablo 4 Season 5, launching August 6, will bring significant changes to world bosses and endgame Pit dungeon bosses. World bosses will now feature a “resilience” mechanic designed to normalize damage, forcing players to face the bosses and their attacks directly instead of easily eliminating them. Endgame Pit…