Xbox Series X/S sales fall as Microsoft shifts to multi-platform releases

No matter the business, it’s always about making as much money as possible and the likes of Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo are no exception. Recently,Microsoftcame to the surprising decision to releasefour of its console exclusiveson rival platforms which were later revealed to beSea of Thieves,Hi-Fi Rush,GroundedandPentimentand gamers will no doubt hope to seemore Xbox first-party titles on PlayStationand perhaps, Nintendo Switch. Check out theHi-Fi RushPS5 trailer below! In our PlayStation 5review ofHi-Fi Rush, we said: “With top-shelf animation, consistently engaging combat, and a fun story that zips along at a refreshing pace,Hi-Fi Rushwas one of last year’s best surprises....

April 26, 2024 · 2 min · 275 words · Nicole Daniel

Xbox users can enjoy 3 free games, but for a limited time only

Xboxis no stranger to rewarding its players with quite an extensive list of free games and rewards. Just this month saw it drop a$30 freebie, ahighly-requested featureand awhole lot of downloadable titlesat no extra cost. In the meantime, check out which Fallout title you should start with below! The momentum is seemingly not slowing down as Xbox has recently introduced three new titles added to itsFree Play Daysservice. This will see Game Pass Core orXbox Game Pass Ultimatemembers able to try out these games but for a limited time....

April 26, 2024 · 2 min · 285 words · Kristi Johnson

2020’s GOTY could nab a second win with upcoming sequel

I must admit that it took quite a bit of convincing to get me to play Supergiant Games’Hades,primarily because the roguelike genre was not one I usually dabbled in. Listen, I like my games to be easy enough to not frustrate andHadessoundedlike it would do just that. Check out theHadeslaunch trailer below! Advert Advert If you didn’t already know, the story ofHadesfollows the rebellious son of the titular character, Zagreus, who is desperate to escape the metaphorical shackles of his father and the Underworld to escape to the surface....

April 25, 2024 · 4 min · 776 words · Donna Bridges

28 Years Later film confirms three lead cast members

Following the news that a28 Days Latersequel was finally on the way after a 20-year wait, three of its cast members have now been announced. Check out the28 Days Latertrailer below! Advert Advert The report confirms that this trio will only be part of the first of a three-movie run, but these award-winning actors are sure to bring a whole new army of fans to the post-apocalyptic series. Fiennes is perhaps best known for his role asHarry Potter’snemesis, Voldemort, in the fantasy series and has more recently starred inThe MenuandThe Grand Budapest Hotel....

April 25, 2024 · 1 min · 174 words · Kimberly Jones

Animal Crossing meets Stardew Valley in free cat-themed Steam download

Combining the best elements of Animal CrossingandStardew Valley,this life sim is perfect for those who want to get stuck into a cosy adventure. Check out theStardew Valleytrailerbelow! “Explore and revitalise a cursed island as Momo, a former big city kitty who strikes out with her childhood best friend in hopes of finding something more fulfilling than a 9-5 office job,” reads the Steam synopsis. Advert Advert With animal friends to make just like inAnimal Crossing, Snackohas 26 different characters to meet and get to know....

April 25, 2024 · 2 min · 284 words · Mrs. Phyllis Houston MD

Assassin's Creed Mirage lead Basim may return for another instalment

Assassin’s Creed is one of the most popular franchises in the video game industry and fans are eagerly awaiting its next major release, which should arrive as early as this year. While no release date has been announced, Ubisoft is expected to releaseAssassin’s Creed Redlater this year which will be set in Feudal Japan and is rumoured to havetwo playable protagonists. However, little else is known about the game (at least officially) and at the time of writing “Red” is a codename but it seems that itsfull title has recently leaked....

April 25, 2024 · 2 min · 274 words · Phyllis Paul

Assassin's Creed Mirage won't be the last 'old school' style game

Assassin’s Creed fans worried about losing the “old school” style of games needn’t fret – as far as the developers are concerned, they’re working to make this happen.Assassin’s CreedMirage, while not faultless, has been widely praised for itswelcome returnto classic AC gameplay.Consequently, fans have been wondering if this was a one-off fromUbisoftor whether the trend will continue.AdvertThis comes at a time when it’s been revealed upcoming instalment,Assassin’s Creed Hexe, willleave behind open worldsfor a more linear experience....

April 25, 2024 · 6 min · 1122 words · Brian Jones

Bethesda reportedly affected by studio closure amidst Microsoft layoffs

Announced back in January of this year,Microsoftrevealed that it would be cutting around 1,900 employees from its company throughout the year. Which Fallout title should you play first? Find out below! Advert Advert Although the 2024 cuts would equal around 8% of its workforce, Microsoft did not divulge who would be affected. However, recent rumours have uncovered that it isBethesdaFrance who may have been affected. He recently took to Twitter to talk about his eight-years at Bethesda France and thanked his community for the support....

April 25, 2024 · 2 min · 221 words · Eric Villa

Fallout 4 new-gen update release time confirmed, coming later today

Great news Fallout fans, the next-gen update forFallout 4finally launches today, bringing plenty of goodies and features.All the buzz with the live-actionFalloutseries has led to a surge of interest in the games, withFallout 4in particular gettingthousands of new playersonSteam.If you loved the TV series but haven’t played a Fallout game before, check out the video below for where to start!The timing is impeccable too, as later today a new-gen update for the game onPlayStation5 andXboxSeries X/S aims to give it a huge boost in performance and content....

April 25, 2024 · 6 min · 1147 words · Kelly Meyers

Fallout 4's new-gen update is available to download right now, patch notes here

breaking newsFallout 4has finally been updated for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, and you can see the full patch notes below.This has been a long time coming forFalloutfans, as they’ve been patiently waiting ever sinceBethesdafirst announced the updatemonths and months ago.It comes at no better time too, as theFalloutTV series has brought fans new and old back to the wastelands, check out the trailer belowFear not though, it’sfinally here, and can be downloaded right now onPlayStation5 andXboxSeries X/S....

April 25, 2024 · 6 min · 1190 words · Madison Salinas

Fallout 5 should let us play as Ghouls and Mutants, fans say

Fallout fans want to play as ghouls and super mutants in the upcomingFallout 5and we’re all for it. So please Bethesda, hurry up and make it happen already. Following the recent success ofAmazon’slive-actionFalloutseries, fans cannot get enough of its post-apocalyptic world. This is a good thing, because not only has the Fallout video game series had amassive spike in concurrent playersbut the Amazon series has just beenrenewed for a second season....

April 25, 2024 · 3 min · 435 words · Deborah Yates

Fallout meets BioShock as upcoming shooter launches free playtest

Fans of Fallout andBioShockshould keep their eyes on an upcoming survival horror game which aims to turn the genre on its head.If you enjoyed injecting random substances inBioShockand exploring a ruined world crawling with mutated creatures like inFallout, thenSerumis the one for you.From one post-apocalyptic landscape to another. Check out which Fallout title you should play first below!Set to release in Q2 of 2024,Serumis a “thrilling survival adventure” which sees players take on the role of a subhuman who must take regular doses of a mysterious serum in order to survive the post-apocalyptic landscape....

April 25, 2024 · 6 min · 1160 words · Amanda Grant

Fallout: New Vegas fans are luring new players to Quarry Junction

There are a few post-apocalyptic RPGs that nail the genre quite like Bethesda’s Fallout series and amongst its very best isFallout: New Vegas. Ever since the release ofFallout 3in 2008, the first game underBethesda, the Fallout series has been taken to new heights earning a legion of loyal fans but with the recent arrival of the critically acclaimedAmazonStudios live-action adaptation (justrenewed for a second season), the Fallout franchise seems to be more popular than ever....

April 25, 2024 · 2 min · 275 words · Cody Kelly