Sony is planning to expand its PC player base as it ventures into the live-service arena. In its latest corporate strategy report, Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) expressed optimism that its acquisition of Bungie, the original developer of Halo and creator of Destiny, would enhance its live-service operation. The company is looking to increase the number
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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny marks the end of the road for the iconic archaeologist, Indiana Jones. Directed by James Mangold, who similarly brought Wolverine’s arc to a close in 2017’s Logan, the movie has a nostalgic, old-fashioned feel, a rollicking globe-trotting ride that pits Ford’s intrepid adventurer against the Nazis once more.
After years of anticipation, the promised Player versus Environment (PvE) mode in Overwatch 2 has been cancelled, causing disappointment among fans. Executive Producer Jared Neuss announced in a dev stream that the depth and replayability features of the PvE mode, such as skill trees and hero mode, are no longer in their plans, as they
Blizzard has confirmed that it is scrapping the co-op PvE mode that was originally advertised as one of the main selling points of Overwatch 2. This decision was revealed in a livestream showcasing the new Overwatch 2 roadmap. The original concept for a separate “hero mode” with open-ended progression and talent systems has been replaced
Gaming giant Square Enix has recently announced its “medium/long-term reshuffle,” outlining its commitment to create a pipeline of high-quality games that have global appeal. The company aims to revisit the total development process to improve the quality of its games, enabling regular launches of major titles. In its latest financial briefing, Square Enix revealed that
The game industry is buzzing with excitement over the release of Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Naoki ‘Yoshi-P’ Yoshida, renowned producer of Final Fantasy 14 and the upcoming Final Fantasy 16, is also eagerly anticipating the new game. Yoshi-P frequently hosts live streams where he discusses upcoming content for Final Fantasy 14. During
Guerrilla animation director Richard Oud recently discussed the challenges of animating hugs in Horizon Forbidden West’s Burning Shores DLC. The discussion was sparked after Xalavier Nelson Jr., the Strange Scaffolding studio head, pointed out on Twitter that Aloy’s hug in the DLC’s trailer was a technical flex. Oud explained that capturing hugs using motion capture
Fans of Hollow Knight Silksong were disappointed to learn that the game’s release has been delayed to the second half of 2023. This news also concerned at least one other indie Metroidvania developer, who believes that the game’s release will increase competition for the tail end of the year. Competition and Concerns Enrique Colinet, lead
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 prequel comic, which is currently available on Marvel.com, sheds light on the evolving relationship between Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson. The comic shows Peter’s reluctance to sell Aunt May’s house following her death and his desire to have MJ move in with him. While MJ initially rejects the idea, the comic
Respawn Entertainment has announced that the Apex Legends community will have the opportunity to vote for a limited-time mode (LTM) that will get its own dedicated playlist during the game’s first in-game event called Arsenal. The community can choose between three modes: Control, Team Deathmatch, or Gun Run, and vote for their favorite on the