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"Arkane is profitable," say Marvel's Blade developers in fiery new statement, "just not profitable enough for…

Arkane Lyon workers claim Microsoft is sabotaging their studio by imposing conditions that delay Marvel's Blade, despite Arkane's profitability.

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Dodgy download and spoofed job ad led to $6.3 billion Binance hack: attacker offered fake software and fake job to…

A $6.3 billion Binance hack was executed through a fake job ad and malicious software. The attack exposed critical cybersecurity flaws in the crypto and gaming sectors.

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Accessible Games Initiative tags adopted by Nintendo, Xbox, Ubisoft and EA, making it easier to find accessibility…

Nintendo, Xbox, Ubisoft and EA have joined Google and Riot Games in adopting Accessible Games Initiative tags, making it easier to find accessibility features.

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Final Fantasy 10 Blitzball Was Inspired By Star Wars Podracing

Final Fantasy X's Blitzball minigame was inspired by Star Wars podracing. This retro game element's origin story is a fun bit of nostalgia.

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GTA 6 Has Already Sold Nearly 8 Million Copies, One Data Firm Claims

GTA 6 has already shifted nearly 8 million copies, weeks before release. That's according to one data firm, anyway.

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God of War Laufey has officially been delayed

God of War Laufey, the AAA game from Sony Santa Monica, has been pushed back to May 2027. The studio did not mention any specific reason for the delay.

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Stardew Valley’s 1.7 Update Finally Has A Release Window, And It’s Set To Be The Game’s ‘Largest Update Ever’

Stardew Valley's 1.7 update, due in 2027, is the largest ever. It may add new farm maps and social features.

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'It's Been a While, but We Have a Mega95 Update' - Hyperkin's Portable Genesis Is Finally Close to Release

Hyperkin's Mega95 portable Sega Genesis is finally entering mass production, ending its long delay. Who knew a handheld Genesis would be so tricky to make?

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Reminder: Zelda: Ocarina Of Time - Playable Ocarina Available Now On The Nintendo Store

Nintendo has released a playable ocarina to complement its Ocarina of Time remake. The instrument is available now at local stores.

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World of Warcraft Forever Launch Live Blog: It's Looking Like a Smooth Blizzard Launch

World of Warcraft: Forever's launch is running smoothly, with Blizzard managing the event effectively. The successful rollout bodes well for the studio's reputation and the broader gaming industry.

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Silent Hill fans can download a terrifying new horror game for free on Steam right now

A free demo for INANIMA, a Silent Hill-inspired horror game, is now available on Steam. Developed by Obscure Tales, it features pixel-art graphics and limb-damage combat.

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GTA 6 Sells Nearly 8 Million Copies Before It Even Launches, Report Says

GTA 6 has sold nearly 8 million copies before it even hits shelves, according to a new report. The game's pre-launch success is unprecedented.

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PUBG: Battlegrounds Gets K-Pop Girl Group Collab

PUBG: Battlegrounds has teamed up with K-pop group IVE to bring their hit song "Love Dive" into the game. Players can now enjoy themed locations, character skins, and music videos inspired by the track.

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Why are we so obsessed about video game music?

Video game music is a cultural force, sparking careers and shaping tastes. We asked insiders why they can't stop listening.

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'PlayStation: The First 30 Years' Is a Lush Visual History Releasing at a Volatile Time for the Console's Legacy

PlayStation's 30-year journey is commemorated in a new visual history book, released amid debates over digital ownership. The tome charts Sony's 1994 entry into gaming, where it swiftly toppled veterans and made gaming mainstream.

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David Leitch Confirms Netflix’s GEARS OF WAR Movie Has a Finished Script and Teases Bigger Plans

Netflix's Gears of War movie has a finished script and director David Leitch is eyeing a potential franchise. The creative team is excited about the film's potential to explore the game's universe.

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Oblivion and Skyrim’s gap was bridged by forward-looking books about a murderous floating island, so why is The…

The Elder Scrolls 6 is set to revive a world frozen in time since Skyrim's release in 2011. In contrast, the gap between Oblivion and Skyrim was filled with books about a murderous floating island.

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Stardew Valley player expansion adds Timberline Falls region with new NPCs and quests

Stardew Valley's latest fan-made expansion, Timberline Falls, debuts today with a new region, 20 NPCs and fresh quests. The free mod, available on Nexus Mods, is a testament to the game's enduring community support.

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Smash hit cyberpunk storekeeper Probably Stolen was originally a different, non-cyberpunk game that seemed destined…

Probably Stolen, a cyberpunk shopkeeper sim, has surged to 162,000 concurrent players. It was once Deepspace Emporium, a struggling non-cyberpunk kiosk job sim.

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