Call of Duty devs have revealed why they won't turn off SBMM

If you’ve spent any time playing a game online in the past few years you’ve probably heard the term ‘SBMM’, an acronym for ‘skill based matchmaking’. When it works, it’s a brilliant concept for matching players of the same skill level, however, it can also make games more of a grind and take away some of the fun for players with higher skill levels. SBMM is a point of contention, mostly in the world of content creation....

January 30, 2024 · 2 min · 265 words · Lori Rodriguez

Cyberpunk 2077 meets Call of Duty in upcoming shooter, free download available

A stunning crossover of Call Of Duty,Cyberpunk 2077and a bit of Max Payne can be played for free right now via a new demo.Free demos are always a good thing to have, and if you’re a fan of first-person-shooters with some quirky game mechanics thrown in, you’ll loveOut Of Action.Take a look at the trailer forOut Of Actionbelow.To put it simply,Out Of Actionis an upcoming shooter you can check out onSteamright now....

January 30, 2024 · 6 min · 1156 words · Elizabeth Hernandez

Deus Ex game cancelled by Embracer Group after 2 years in development

During another heartbreaking month for the video game industry with mass-layoffs and cancellations, Deus Exis next to be affected after news that the next entry has been axed. It appears as though mass-layoffs and cancellations are showing no signs of slowing down for 2024 with the recent news that Embracer Group has not only cancelled the next Deus Exgameafter two years in development but it has also reportedly laid off staff at Eidos-Montréal....

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 204 words · Andrew Castro

Far Cry meets Valheim in epic free 40 hour long survival game demo

If you like survival games, you’re going to want to check out this incredible new 40-hour long demo that’s perfect for Far Cry fans. It’s calledSoulmask, and it’s a gorgeous and enormous open world game that’ll test your survival skills like no other. It picks from elements found in games and franchises likeFar Cry,Valheim,The Forestand many more, all while giving players a unique RPG-like experience. Check outSoulmaskbelow. Things will start off as they usually do in these survival games....

January 30, 2024 · 2 min · 218 words · Eugene Stephens

GTA 6 fans fear the game could be the franchise's last

Some Grand Theft Auto fans believeGTA VIcould be the last one ever made, which seems impossible quite frankly. GTA VIis still at least a year away. I say at least becauseRockstar Gamesis yet to confirm when in 2025 the game will launch. It’s also believed the game will only be available forXboxSeries X/S andPlayStation5 on launch day, so poorPC players will have to waiteven longer for their version of the game....

January 30, 2024 · 2 min · 258 words · Kimberly Knight

GTA 6 looks set to bring back a controversial franchise feature

With rumours of what fans can expect to see in the upcomingGrand Theft Auto VIswirling,some players have revealed that they would like to see the return of a somewhat controversial feature.We are just over a year away from the release ofGrand Theft Auto VIand after a 10 year wait, it is no surprise that fans are eager to dive into a new and improved Vice City with brand-new protagonists, Lucia and Jason....

January 30, 2024 · 8 min · 1677 words · Stephen Dominguez

Halo season 2 promises impressive 'single take' episode sequence

TheHaloTV show’s second season will reportedly feature an impressive lengthy sequence filmed in a single take.After a first season that evendisappointed the game’s creator, it seems theHalolive-action show is going all-out to impress fans with the promise of better story, more action, and hopefully no more Master Cheeks scenes.Take a look at the trailer for season two ofHalobelow.While hyping up the second season, executive producer Kiki Wolfkillsaidthere’ll be an “intense” scene filmed in a single take....

January 30, 2024 · 6 min · 1237 words · Christopher Pearson

Hogwarts Legacy players can now tame and ride a dragon

Hogwarts Legacyis often regarded as the ultimate Harry Potter simulator, and it’s made even better with dragons you ride through the sky. Players will encounter many journeys throughoutHogwarts Legacy.Evil wizards aside, the world ofHarry Potteris teeming with life, most of which comes in the form of powerful and terrifying magical beasts. Arguably, the most dangerous of them all are dragons, but your character is clearly built different as you can now tame and fly them around the school....

January 30, 2024 · 2 min · 223 words · Charlene Kelley

Hogwarts Legacy update builds hope for a companion system

Almost one year after the game originally launched, we finally have confirmation that an update is on its way toHogwarts Legacyincluding multiple new features. Theannouncement was issued on Friday evening, when devs took to Twitter to write, “As we near the one-year anniversary ofHogwarts Legacy, we wanted to let our community know that theHogwarts LegacyPlayStation-exclusive content will be available on other platforms later this summer, along with additional updates and features for the game....

January 30, 2024 · 2 min · 273 words · Larry Morales MD

House of the Dragon star cast as DCU's Supergirl

Overnight saw the news break of which lucky actor would be taking on the role of Supergirl herself in the upcomingSupergirl: Woman of Tomorrowmovie - andHouse of the Dragonfans are in for a treat. Despite it being a new year, it does not seem as though the superhero genre is anywhere near slowing down. WithMarvel’sThunderboltsarriving in 2025, DC is not straying far behind with the news thatSupergirl: Woman of Tomorrowwould be getting an adaptation....

January 30, 2024 · 2 min · 233 words · Brandon Byrd

InFamous is overdue a reboot or remake, fans argue

It has become a staple part of the gaming industry for fans to pine for a remaster or reboot of an old familiar title. This comes up almost every week with a different game or franchise, particularly with the advent of the current generation of consoles as fans want to see those favourites given a gorgeous makeover. PlayStation 3 games are playable via PlayStation Plus Premium. Advert Advert Somefans are asking a lot: “I want a continuation of the franchise and a trilogy remaster....

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 190 words · Jeanette Gonzalez

New Metro game leaks online ahead of PlayStation State of Play reveal

A new PlayStation State Of Play is upon us, and it seems like a new Metro game will be featured as part of the line-up.PlayStationfans wanting to know more about what’s coming to the PS5 this year and the next will be excited to learn a State Of Play is scheduled to premiere tomorrow, 31 January. The show will last for around 40 minutes and shed some light on over 15 games, likeStellar BladeandRise of the Ronin....

January 30, 2024 · 6 min · 1180 words · Ricky Robinson

Nintendo takes legal action against a Pokémon copy, but it's not Palworld

SincePalworld’s launch, we’ve been waiting for some kind of intervention to come from The Pokémon Company, but none have. Threats of “investigation” have been made, but beyond thatPalworldis allowed to steam on ahead, amassing more players. No one can escapePalworld, not anymore… Under the scornful eyes ofNintendoisPokeZoo, a new IP that isn’t even attempting to shy away from the fact that it’s simply copy and pasted Pokémon creation. If you thoughtPalworldwas taking the Mick, look atPokeZooand tell us it isn’t worse....

January 30, 2024 · 2 min · 261 words · Patrick Reyes