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Mark Cerny--best known as the lead architect of the PlayStation Vita, PS4, and PS5--recently appeared on Simon Parkin's My Perfect Console podcast to choose five games he would preserve on a fictional console. While much of the conversation naturally touched on his long history with Sony, one of the most surprising and heartfelt moments came when he talked about his love for Nintendo's Pikmin. Despite his deep ties to PlayStation, Cerny made it clear that Pikmin left a lasting mark on him...
Nintendo has provided game file sizes for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond on Switch and Switch 2, letting console owners know how much space they need to download the first-person adventure game. On Switch 2, Metroid Prime 4 comes in at an estimated 31.6GB, while the original Switch version only takes up 26.3GB, per the Nintendo Store. Intriguingly, though, the eShop accessed via Switch 2 showcases the Switch edition as taking up 28.9GB. Regardless, it makes sense Metroid Prime 4 has a bigger...
In November, PC and PlayStation 5 users were able to dive into Everstone Studio and NetEase Games' Wuxia action-adventure-RPG, Where Winds Meet. Now, the mobile launch is just over a week away. Where Winds Meet will get its official debut on iOS and Android on December 12, and the mobile version will support cross-play and cross-progression for PC and PS5 users. "We are both humbled and flattered by the kind words and encouragement from players around the world," said Where Winds Meet lead...
Sony has unveiled a new limited-edition look for the DualSense controller, just in time for the launch of Genshin Impact Version Luna III. Dubbed the Genshin Impact Limited Edition, this controller is inspired by the game and its signature style, giving it a fantasy-themed makeover. Preorders begin December 11 at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET, and the controller is priced at $85. This version of the DualSense controller combines an ethereal white, gold, and green palette with arcane glyphs found in...
There are only a few hours left of Amazon's Cyber Monday event, but the sale is still chock-full of discounts, including big price cuts on the retailer's first-party devices. One of the best deals is for up to 50% off the 32GB Fire HD 10 Tablet. You can grab the ad-supported version of the tablet for just $70 (was $140), while the ad-free model is $85 (was $155). These markdowns only last until Amazon's Cyber Monday event ends at 11:59 PM PT on December 1. These Fire Tablet deals are just...
If you're interested in cloud gaming and streaming, the Nvidia Shield TV Pro is arguably one of the best options available in 2025. It's a powerful little piece of hardware, letting you access GeForce Now along with all your favorite streaming platforms (like Netflix and Disney+). Normally a bit pricey at $200, Amazon and Best Buy are matching its lowest price ever of $170 for Cyber Monday--but since the sales end at 11:59 PM PT on December 1, you'll want to snag one soon before the...
If you're shopping for a quirky last-minute holiday gift, this adorable Retro Pixel Art Bluetooth Speaker needs to be on your radar. Amazon has it listed for one of its best prices of the year right now, and since the customizable speaker also serves as an alarm clock and white noise machine, it's a fun purchase at $70 (was $90). Amazon's discount started on Black Friday and continues through Cyber Monday; however, the Cyber Monday event ends at 11:59 PM PT on December 1, so you have just a...
Sony's hit video game franchise Helldivers is heading to the big screen, and it'll be driven by the man who directed five out of the 10 Fast & Furious movies: Justin Lin. And the project has already lined up a screenwriter as well: Gary Dauberman, a writer whose experience includes the It movies and the Annabelle films. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Lin will produce the movie through his Perfect Storm Entertainment company. The story also notes that Lin used his inexperience as a...
From Software is very careful about setting expectations when it comes to the DLC expansions for its games, favoring the underpromise and overdeliver approach. This much is reflected in the messaging around The Forsaken Hollows, Elden Ring Nightreign's first DLC expansion. When I pointed out a similarity I felt it had to Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, the team made sure to clarify that the comparison was not quite apt and players shouldn't expect something on that level. The...
In late 2022, Splinter Cell Remake director David Grivel announced that he was leaving Ubisoft after 11 years and going on a "new adventure." That led him to work on Battlefield 6 for EA. Now that adventure has taken Grivel back to Ubisoft as he reclaims his old job as the director of the Splinter Cell Remake. Grivel announced his return to the Splinter Cell Remake team on LinkedIn (via GamesRadar). "Today, I am very, VERY happy to announce that I'm rejoining Ubisoft Toronto as Game...
Regularly refreshing your gaming accessories is never a bad idea. This is true whether you play on PC, PS5, Xbox, or Switch. Luckily, for Cyber Monday, you can save on Razer brand keyboards, gaming mice, controllers, headsets, and more. Many of these devices are cross-platform, and all offer Razer's signature matte-black style and high build quality. There are quite a few Razer products in Amazon's Cyber Monday sale, so we've gone ahead and rounded up our favorites in the lists below. Just...
Humans aren't exactly on the top of the food chain in Squanch Games' High on Life 2. This first-person shooter takes place in a universe where aliens came to Earth to use humanity as ingredients for intergalactic pharmaceutical drugs. Now, a new trailer for the game facetiously markets itself to alien consumers as it encourages them to use Humanzapro, a new wonder drug made from humans. The trailer is done in the style of pharmaceutical ads that typically run on American TV. All of the...
Last month, word broke that Rockstar Games' seminal Western Red Dead Redemption is getting a modern update for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. It's going to officially launch on December 2, but the upgrade is already going live in different territories. Now, the first footage of Red Dead Redemption's new update running on PS5 is already online. GameRiot shared the following video of the opening minutes of Red Dead Redemption running 60 frames per second on PS5. Rockstar says...
Industry leaders in Japan recently gathered to honor Tomonobu Itagaki, the creator of Dead or Alive and the 3D Ninja Gaiden series, who passed away in October at age 58. The memorial venue was filled with heartfelt tributes, including copies of his games, artwork, swords, and pieces of his iconic clothing. Photos shared by attendees showed just how much he meant to the gaming community. Itagaki was a major figure in Japanese game development. He founded Team Ninja in the late 1990s and...
The Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks are happening again, but this time, the one currently circulating on the internet may actually be real--even if it doesn't include any new information or anything. Over the Thanksgiving weekend, hawkish Redditors noticed a demo reel posted by former Rockstar Games animator Benjamin Chue. The two-minute reel featured animations from games like GTA 5, Max Payne 3, Red Dead Redemption 2, and, as spotted by IGN and VGC, three clips from what appears to be pre-alpha...
In the 21 years since World of Warcraft launched, one feature has been asked about and requested above all others: player housing. Despite being the premier MMORPG for over two decades, housing in WoW has always felt like a pipedream. Now, that dream is finally a reality, as an early-access version of player housing is launching December 2 for those who preorder WoW's eleventh expansion, Midnight. It's been a long time coming. Housing as a feature was experimented with in WoW's earliest...
Arc Raiders players recently discovered an exploit that allowed them to loot locked rooms without needing a keycard. Naturally, the exploit quickly became popular--and frustrating for players who didn't use it--leading Embark Studios to apply a "hot" fix to this part of the game. If you now decide to cheese your way into one of these treasure rooms, you can now expect a toasty reception inside. Using a keycard to access one of these rooms ties into the high-risk, high-reward nature of Arc...
Season 1 arrives to Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone this week, and the first season of content adds plenty of new multiplayer maps. Activision has released a new Black Ops 7 video to showcase the four maps arriving with the launch of Season 1, including three brand-new maps and one remastered. There are seven maps total for Season 1 of Black Ops 7. Four maps arrive with the season's launch on December 4, and three additional maps are included for a midseason update. As shown in the...
Battlefield 6's testing program, Battlefield Labs, is back, this time for a short-notice test that will focus on improvements like better footstep audio and hit registration. The official Battlefield Comms account laid out its plans for the December 2 test on X, writing that it will consist of a small, two hour window from 4-6 PM PT. The test will be a preview of what players can expect from a December 9 Battlefield 6 update and will be conducted on the Conquest and Escalation versions of...
December 10 marks the fifth anniversary of Cyberpunk 2077, and developer CD Projekt is teasing something to mark the occasion. On its social media channels, the company posted a "Cyberpunk 2077 birthday and anniversary calendar" image alongside a cryptic message. "Secure comms channel established. Standby for incoming priority transmission," the message reads, with images of characters and dates accompanying it. The tweet hints at something happening on December 10--the day Cyberpunk 2077...