BAFTA Breakthrough interview: Star Wars Jedi Survivor’s Cheyenne Pualani Morrin on Cal’s dark descent

Cheyenne Pualani Morrin has had quite the year.Star Wars Jedi: Survivorreleased to rave reviews, delighting fans with its sweeping story and improved gameplay. Released four years after its predecessor,Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, it’s clear that devs listened to the requests of fans when crafting this sequel. With new stances and weapons, the combat was vastly improved, while the introduction of a town-like hub in the form of Rambler’s Reach added a refreshing sense of heart into this sprawling tale....

November 29, 2023 · 6 min · 1181 words · Samantha Evans

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 to reward players with freebie following troublesome launch

As much as we sound like a broken record, it bears repeating that the launch ofCall of Duty: Modern Warfare IIIhasn’t been great. A fact that the devs seem to be aware of as it’s announced players are to be rewarded with a freebie following such a troublesome and awkward launch. It does seem a little odd that we’ve gone from beingtold that the launch went “great”to now hearing an admission of issues, but that’s a separate article in and of itself....

November 29, 2023 · 2 min · 253 words · Cindy Lamb

Diablo 4 devs are reportedly contemplating a $100 DLC expansion

We don’t want to just assume anything, but we suspect many of you wouldn’t be open to paying $100 for DLC expansions. However, that possibility might be on the cards as it’s claimed theDiablo 4devs are contemplating the move. The claim comes from YouTuber Bellular News, who says they’ve been sent a “confidential”Diablo4survey where Blizzard Entertainment asked its players about how comfortable they’d be paying for expansions, with prices ranging from $49....

November 29, 2023 · 2 min · 256 words · Bradley Hayes

Dragon's Dogma 2 finally sets release date, and we don't have long to wait

Dragon’s Dogma 2recently got a full showcase, giving fans a taste of what to expect from Capcom’s newest RPG, as well as when it drops.The showcase aired yesterday offering us a full 30 minutes of gameplay, with a bit of exploration, combat, boss encounters, and some questionably cheesy dialogue sprinkled in for good measure.Take a look at the trailer forDragon’s Dogma 2below.Dragon’s Dogma 2will be a new-gen title only, meaning it’ll launch forXboxSeries X/S,PlayStation5 and of coursePCs....

November 29, 2023 · 6 min · 1179 words · Bruce Nelson

EA accidentally uses mod screenshots on Star Wars Battlefront storefront page, oops

It seems that the folks at EA have pulled a big oops situation with their store page forStar Wars Battlefront(2015). While it has been quite some time since we had any news regarding the franchise, EA has been keeping the store page looking fresh, but have mistakenly used screenshots taken from several mods. The Star Wars Battlefront franchise hasn’t seen a great deal of action lately as the franchise sits dormant with EA...

November 29, 2023 · 2 min · 239 words · Sydney Scott

Even Starfield's fans agree that Bethesda's latest is a 'missed opportunity'

Starfieldplayers are gathering on Reddit to discuss the game and how many of them believe that the newest Bethesda titles is a ‘missed opportunity’. In a lengthy post, a user called u/Phounus is taking the game to task over many of the issues it has. Among their issuesthey list several that keep coming up - the lack of on-planet transport, empty or identical planets, smuggling being underwhelming, pirates never attempting to board your ship....

November 29, 2023 · 2 min · 295 words · Larry Turner

Every sports fan needs to attend an esports event at least once in their life

For as long as I can remember, I’ve always loved sport. Anything that includes running around a field, kicking a ball, throwing a ball - anything with a ball really. The atmosphere at live sporting events gives me life. One of my other loves is gaming. Sitting down and diving into a single-player adventure while it’s raining outside is the perfect afternoon to me. Jumping onApex LegendsorFortnitewith some friends can make hours feel like minutes....

November 29, 2023 · 4 min · 706 words · Michael Mclean

Gamer tragically dies after reportedly streaming for too long

Streaming is very much a part of the gaming community, with numerous streamers heading online to share their playthroughs and experiences. Unfortunately, however, the exhaustion of maintaining a punishing streaming schedule can result in tragedy. Multiple Chinese news outlets, includingThePaperandChina Daily, have linked this tragic death to streaming for too long, with Li said to have streamed for five nights straight in order to fulfil his work contract. Advert Advert...

November 29, 2023 · 2 min · 293 words · Allison Simpson

Halo Infinite is Xbox's most played game, marking an unexpected comeback

Halo is making a huge comeback, asHalo Infinitesoars to be Xbox’s most-played game.As a majorHalofan, I was absolutely heartbroken to see so many people unhappy with the state ofHalo Infiniteat launch, and boy oh boy what a state it was.Check out the latestHalo Infiniteseason content belowThe campaign was pretty good, albeit a bit overpriced as the multiplayer is free-to-play, but the online parts of the game were lacking in heart and soul....

November 29, 2023 · 7 min · 1326 words · Cindy Murphy

Halo: Reach has the coolest ending in gaming, fans agree

The Halo series has provided some of the greatest moments in gaming. Well, at least when it comes to the original entries from Bungie before the reigns were handed over to 343 Industries. Released in 2010 for theXbox360,Halo: ReachwasBungie’sfinal game for the green brand with the studio moving on to the Destiny series. Rather than continuing the Master Chief’s story,Halo: Reachfocused on a team of Spartans, collectively known as Noble Team, tasked with saving the planet Reach from a Covenant invasion....

November 29, 2023 · 2 min · 333 words · Samantha Mullins

Hogwarts Legacy fans convinced new 'gameplay' is on the way after spotting clue online

Fans are convinced a new job advert is evidence Warner Bros has something else planned forHogwarts Legacy, possibly a DLC expansion. Hogwarts Legacy is officially thebest-selling game of 2023and no wonder considering it blew its players away with a stunning recreation of the wizarding world and gameplay that made us feel like we were our own young magic-wielder. Check outHogwarts Legacybelow Despite the game beingsnubbed at The Game Awardsthis year, promptingoutragefrom its fanbase, it hasn’t stopped players from enjoying their time with the Harry Potter spin-off, and more importantly, wanting more of it....

November 29, 2023 · 2 min · 305 words · John Dunn

Hogwarts Legacy player shares trick to transform game into an 'immersive RPG'

It could be said thatHogwarts Legacyis already an engaging experience due to its RPG foundations, but some players are finding even more unique and clever ways to transform the game into something more immersive.No, you won’t be able to actually cast spells – unless you’re a witch or wizard, then please proceed as normal. The way to a more “immersive RPG” for us muggles is through mundane, everyday activities you wouldn’t normally carry out in a game, like changing your clothes before bed....

November 29, 2023 · 7 min · 1447 words · Karen Young

Middle-earth: Shadow of War's Nemesis system hailed as 'greatest innovation' in gaming

It’s been a while since Warner Bros. Games has given us a new Middle-earth title and fans have been reflecting on its innovative Nemesis System. Check out theMiddle-earth: Shadow of Wartrailer below! TheNemesis Systemis a villain generator that creates an illusion of a rivalry with an enemy NPC. This can result in fun tensions with the Orcs of Mordor and depending on how many times they might defeat you in combat, the more arrogant they may or may not become....

November 29, 2023 · 2 min · 397 words · Andrew Reynolds