The Witcher 3 meets Diablo in stunning new RPG

The RPG genre has been blessed with some truly amazing franchises, probably too many to mention. However, just to pick out a couple, perhaps the likes of CD Projekt RED’s The Witcher and Blizzard’s Diablo series lead the way. That being said, some may argue thatDiablo IVis a shadow of its former self, but what if we could blend the world of Blizzard’s RPG and CDPR’sThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, that would truly be a blessing for fans of the genre, right?...

January 2, 2024 · 2 min · 312 words · Patrick Day

Xbox Achievements are finally being overhauled in massive 2024 update

The saying goes “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”, yet with Xbox Achievements it’s fair to say it’s been pretty broken for some time now. Thankfully, we’re about to get a massive overhaul in one of Xbox’s 2024 updates.As much as I love myXbox, there are issues with it, one of which being the achievements; as one fellow gamer explains, the “social and achievement UI needs an overhaul” so that the two are better integrated....

January 2, 2024 · 7 min · 1303 words · Michael Morrison

Xbox Game Pass got $9000 worth of free games in 2023

In my opinion, the Xbox Game Pass subscription service is one of the best bargains in gaming and it can save you an absolute fortune when compared to buying at least one AAA title every month. Whether you subscribe to the basicXbox Game Passtier or the Ultimate version, subscribers have hundreds of games to choose from. It not only offersXboxfirst-party titles on the day of launch, but you might even have the chance to find hidden indie gems that you might not otherwise play or relive classic titles from yesteryear thanks to the Xbox’s fantastic backwards compatibility....

January 2, 2024 · 2 min · 246 words · Ashley Hobbs

Xbox owners warned they have until 9 January to change one setting

Oh I do love the beginning of a new year. That renewed sense of motivation and purpose. If you’re anything like me, you may be in the midst of getting yourself organised and set up for the 12 months that lie ahead. The Christmas tree has come down. I’ve been decluttering, filling in calendars and diaries … all of the good new year stuff. While I’m sure you’re already very busy trying to juggle new resolutions whilst returning to work, university or school, I do have a bit of important admin that you should add to your to-do list....

January 2, 2024 · 2 min · 263 words · Catherine James

Xbox user banned for recording Baldur's Gate 3 characters nude

An Xbox user has been banned for over a year for recordingBaldur’s Gate 3gameplay, and urges other users to be careful what clips they record. As far as mature content goes,Baldur’s Gate 3has it in spades. As most of the internet will tell you the game is rife with gore and nudity, which isseemingly the reason so many people play the game in the first place. Check out 2023’s Game Of The Year below...

January 2, 2024 · 2 min · 297 words · Nancy Everett

Assassin's Creed Black Flag sequel trailer reminds everyone Edward Kenway is the best

We may never get anAssassin’s Creed IV: Black Flagsequel but that doesn’t mean fans are not going to go down with a fight. That is why one WEBTOON series is continuing on Edward’s story inAssassin’s Creed: Forgotten Temple. Despite Edward Kenway being hailed asone of gaming’s greatest protagonists,Ubisoftare showing no signs of wanting to continue his story which we first saw back in 2013’sAssassin’s CreedIV: Black Flag.With the game recently celebrating its ten-year anniversary, WEBTOON have seemingly come to the rescue with the announcement ofAssassin’s Creed: Forgotten Temple....

January 1, 2024 · 2 min · 214 words · Andrew Weaver

Cyberpunk 2077 fans should check out this free Steam demo

I don’t know about you but finishingCyberpunk 2077made me eager to play other cyberpunk-themed games and combining it with a roguelike? Sign me up. Check out theCyberpunk 2077: Phantom Libertyexpansion trailer below! Featuring roguelike elements,CyberTDturns the classic tower defence game experience on its head and despite featuring easy-to-learn mechanics, you will need to use them to create strategies capable of stopping the viruses in their tracks. Advert Advert As you progress, you will unlock new upgrades and gain access to more custom options to suit your playstyle....

January 1, 2024 · 2 min · 237 words · Kyle Reese

Cyberpunk 2077 meets Assassin's Creed in outstanding free game

One of the most underrated video games of the last decade is currently completely free to download and keep, and I would urge you to get it. Take a look at it below! If you’ve never heard ofGhostrunnerthen you are missing out. Released backed in 2020, it’s an ultra-slick first-person parkour action game set in a cyberpunk city. One hit is all it takes to kill you, so the emphasis is on chaining together attacks and movements to cut a bloody and impressive swathe through whatever obstacles lie in your way....

January 1, 2024 · 2 min · 261 words · Joseph Williams

Cyberpunk 2077 meets Resident Evil 3 in claustrophobic Steam horror

Combining elements ofCyberpunk 2077, Resident Evil 3andDead Spaceis a claustrophobic Steam horror game that is currently cheaper than a regular McDonald’s fries. Check out the recentDead Space Remakebelow! Advert Advert As a result, the game currently sits at a “mostly positive” rating on Steam with players praising its one-man developer’s level of passion. One wrote: “We have here a love letter toDead SpaceandResident Evilin the form ofAirtight City, a one man project that shows some real promise....

January 1, 2024 · 1 min · 186 words · Peter Yates

Dark Souls meets Silent Hill in twisted new Unreal Engine horror

Check out theSilent Hill 2remake trailer below! You will take on the role of Isaac who returns to his hometown of Lowell after the tragic loss of his only son. However, Lowell isn’t how Isaac remembers it and the town has slowly succumbed to seeds of bitterness and despair, leaving only a dark and twisted presence in its wake. Advert Advert With rumours of his son’s presence drawing Isaac back, he has no choice but to return to the derelict town even if it will mean a fight for his own survival....

January 1, 2024 · 2 min · 242 words · Steven Moore

Elden Ring meets Hogwarts Legacy in stupidly beautiful Unreal Engine 5 RPG

Fans ofElden RingandHogwarts Legacyhave something to look forward to in the upcoming year with the arrival of a MMORPG built in Unreal Engine 5.Due to complete development in the second half of 2024 and hopefully released soon after,ArcheAge 2is an upcoming MMORPG from South Korean publisher Kakao Games. Since being hit with a delay during 2023, the PC and console release was first announced back in September 2022 and fans were treated to agorgeous trailertwo months later....

January 1, 2024 · 6 min · 1235 words · Robyn Johnson

Elden Ring: Dark Moon is a completely new way to play the game

One could wonder how you make one of the best ever SoulsBorne games even better. The answer is to leave it to modders to explore new avenues. A recent mod, currently listed on Nexus Mods, is an attempt to completely overhaul a few of aspects ofElden Ring. DownloadingElden Ring: Dark Moongives the original game a whole new lease of life. Players are reporting their love for the mod and it has received over 20K downloads....

January 1, 2024 · 2 min · 268 words · Melissa Shaw

Elder Scrolls 6 meets Assassin's Creed in one of 2023's best-reviewed RPGs

In a year full to the brim with incredible game releases, it is the unfortunate truth that some flew under the radar. That is definitely the case for one RPG that has gone on to become one of 2023’s best-reviewed RPGs since it was released earlier this month.It is safe to say that 2023 was one of thebest gaming yearswe have had in a long time with titles such asBaldur’s Gate 3andAlan Wake 2fighting it out for the coveted title of Game of the Year....

January 1, 2024 · 7 min · 1361 words · Rachel Stone