An Ars Technica analysis reveals a major shift in the video game industry: modern consoles like the PS5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch are defying historical trends by maintaining their launch prices for years. We dive into the reasons, from the slowdown of Moore's Law and supply chain issues..
In its ongoing lawsuit against Palworld developer Pocketpair, Nintendo is pushing a novel legal argument: that user-created game mods do not constitute "prior art." This analysis delves into the controversial stance and its potentially catastrophic ramifications for the modding community...
Steam is rolling out language-specific review scores, a feature designed to give players more relevant feedback. We break down why this is a genius move for gamers and a wake-up call for developers.
After years of anticipation, American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Simulator 2 have been unofficially confirmed for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S via leaked store pages. While developer SCS Software remains silent, an official announcement is expected at the Future Games Show.
Sony drops a blockbuster lineup for PlayStation Plus in August 2025, featuring Marvel's Spider-Man, Mortal Kombat 1, and the stunning day-one debut of Sword of the Sea. Premium members also get a dose of classic Resident Evil and a trial for Death Stranding 2.
After nearly a decade of refusing to play Metal Gear Solid V, iconic voice actor David Hayter has finally completed the game, calling it his favorite in the series and publicly forgiving Hideo Kojima for the controversial recasting. This marks a full-circle moment as he returns to...
As the industry descends on Cologne for Gamescom 2025, we're bracing for major reveals. From a playable 'Hollow Knight: Silksong' demo to the full unveiling of 'World of Warcraft: Midnight' and the next 'Call of Duty,' here's what to expect from gaming's biggest European show.
Final Fantasy producer Naoki Yoshida has stated there is 'not a clear-cut answer' on whether future titles like Final Fantasy 17 will feature turn-based or action combat. We dive into his comments, the history of the debate, and what it means for the future of the iconic JRPG series.
Ubisoft kicks off Year 7 of The Division 2 with a massive dual-release. The free 'Crossroads' season overhauls the new player experience, while the premium 'Battle for Brooklyn' DLC adds new zones, a new story, and the return of the fan-favorite Cleaners faction.
Despite a rocky launch with 'Mostly Negative' reviews on Steam citing UI issues and a lack of polish, Take-Two's CEO remains optimistic about 'Civilization 7.' He believes the game will overcome its initial hurdles, drawing parallels to the historically mixed receptions of previous entries...
Remedy Entertainment's latest financial report reveals commercial disappointment with the launch sales of FBC: Firebreak, a co-op shooter set in the Control universe. Despite the setback, the studio plans a major update in September to improve the game. On a brighter note...
The second weekend of the Battlefield 6 open beta is set to introduce the 'Empire State' map, a new infantry-only arena in Brooklyn. Players can also jump into the returning classic modes Rush and Squad Deathmatch, alongside all the content from the first weekend.