Upon loading up the free Steam combat demo of Runes, it was immediately apparent that this open-world fantasy RPG emitted a powerful aura. The fan control on MSI Afterburner went into overdrive, signaling the intense nature of the game. Despite the untextured enemies resembling Metal Gear Solid’s cyborg ninja, there was something about Runes that
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Recently, the popular co-op shooter Helldivers 2 found itself at the center of a storm when Sony made a sudden and controversial decision. The company insisted that Steam players must have a PSN account for security reasons, which effectively blocked players in regions where PSN was not available. However, after facing a significant backlash from
Microsoft’s recent decision to shut down Tango Gameworks, along with other game studios, marks a significant shift in their strategy. In an internal townhall meeting, Matt Booty, head of Xbox Game Studios, emphasized the need for smaller games that can bring prestige and awards to the company. This strategic change implies a departure from the
The recent news of Microsoft shutting down Hi-Fi Rush studio Tango and Arkane Austin has sent shockwaves across the gaming industry. This decision is part of a wider cost-cutting initiative that is still ongoing, with more cuts expected to follow. The main target seems to be ZeniMax studios, as Xbox is offering voluntary severance to
The recent update to the procedural generated mystery game, Shadows of Doubt, introduced “Sharpshooter Assassins” armed with high-powered rifles. The concept of sniper killers lurking in the game’s alternate-1980s cities adds a sense of danger to the gameplay, requiring players to analyze bullet trajectories and investigate crime scenes. However, developers at ColePowered Games admit that
It has been a long time coming for fans of Darkest Dungeon 2, eagerly anticipating the arrival of mod support in the game. After three years since the sequel hit early access and over a year since its official release, players have been patiently waiting for this crucial feature to make its way into the
Microsoft’s recent decision to shut down several game studios, including Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks, has sent shockwaves throughout the gaming industry. The news, delivered via an email to staff from Xbox boss Matt Booty, cited the need for a “consolidation of our Bethesda studio teams” in order to invest more deeply in their portfolio
The upcoming sequel to Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine, aptly titled Space Marine 2, is set to introduce a PvP multiplayer mode that will take the gaming experience to a whole new level. Unlike its predecessor, which focused on team-based battles between Space Marines and Chaos Space Marines, the new multiplayer mode will allow players to
No Rest for the Wicked has had its fair share of struggles since its launch on PC. However, it seems that the developers at Moon Studios are finally getting a handle on things. With a series of hotfixes and the release of the game’s first major early access patch, significant improvements in performance have been
After the recent uproar surrounding Helldivers 2’s initial requirement for players to link their Steam account to a PlayStation Network account, the upcoming Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut for PC has made it clear that you won’t need a PSN account to enjoy its single-player campaign. This decision comes as a relief for many PC