Fallout 5 may be released sooner than we all expected
The success of the Fallout TV series on Amazon Prime has led to a surge in players, sparking rumors of a sooner-than-expected release of the next Fallout game. [ more ]
No more refunds after 100 hours: Steam closes Early Access playtime loophole
Early Access has evolved from a unique concept to a common practice, benefitting games like Baldur's Gate 3.
Valve has updated its refund policy on Steam, now counting playtime during Advanced Access towards the refund period, preventing abuses.
Steam refunds pose challenges for developers, especially smaller ones, as players can refund games within two hours, affecting game experiences and revenue. [ more ]
Steam Hit Ready Or Not Source Code Stolen In Massive Hack
Hackers stole millions of files, including Ready or Not game source code and console builds, highlighting cybersecurity risks in the gaming industry. [ more ]
Bafta Games Awards 2024: Baldur's Gate 3 wins game of the year
Baldur's Gate 3 won 5 awards at the 20th Bafta Game Awards, including Best Game, music, narrative, and acting categories, showcasing its excellence. [ more ]
That Silly Crab Soulslike Hits Xbox Game Pass This Month
A variety of new Xbox Game Pass titles introduced mid-April, including Harold Halibut, Orcs Must Die! 3, Eiyuden Chronicles: Hundred Heroes, and Another Crab's Treasure. [ more ]
Your EA Play Subscription Is Increasing In Price In May
EA Play subscription prices are increasing in May 2023: base tier from $5 to $6 per month, annual fee from $30 to $40; EA Play Pro increasing from $15 to $17 per month, and annual plan from $100 to $120.
The price increase is to reflect currency and market value. Xbox Game Pass subscribers, who also have access to EA Play, might be impacted, but it's unclear how. [ more ]
Whatever Baldur's Gate 3 dev Larian ends up doing next, it will probably be in early access too
Larian is not making a sequel to Baldur's Gate 3 but will likely follow the early access route for their next game.
Larian's head of publishing, Michael Douse, emphasizes the importance of early access for creating social resonance and building a strong gameplay loop. [ more ]
The Wii U eShop was shut down in March 2023, and the console's online functionality ceased on April 8, 2023.
The Wii U, seen initially as a failure, was a necessary step towards the development of the successful Nintendo Switch, with the tablet feature being a key precursor. [ more ]
Hades 2 Has Already Surpassed Hades' All-Time Peak Player Count on Steam
Hades 2 early access release on Steam and Epic Games Store exceeded player count expectations, showcasing significant growth from its predecessor. [ more ]
Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League's "Disappointing" Release Led To A $200 Million Shortfall For Warner Bros.
The poor financial performance of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League had a significant impact on Warner Bros. Discovery, comparing unfavorably to the success of Hogwarts Legacy. [ more ]
Mobile game store launching from Microsoft in 2024| ScopeTrader
Microsoft plans to launch a mobile game store featuring games like Minecraft and Candy Crush to offer an alternative to Apple App Store and Google Play, aiming for more flexibility and independence. [ more ]
World of Warcraft's 20th-anniversary party, BlizzCon, cancelled due to ownership change, speculation on Microsoft's impact on future events and games. [ more ]
Xbox's Mismanagement: A Threat to Hellblade 2 Success & to Ninja Theory's existence?
The release of Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 by Ninja Theory under Microsoft's publishing is overshadowed by concerns about mismanagement by the company. [ more ]
Nintendo Switch 2 Will Reportedly Come With Magnetic Joy-Con Controllers
Nintendo has reportedly delayed the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 to early 2025, featuring redesigned Joy-Con controllers and a larger screen. [ more ]
They'd never get away with THIS nowadays! The Best Games Ever Podcast episode 96
The premium, extended version of the podcast is available for paid subscribers, supporting the show's production while the main show remains free. [ more ]
PS5 Pro Leaked Specs Reportedly Show Huge Graphical Leaps Forward
Sony is reportedly developing a more powerful PS5 Pro with enhanced GPU, CPU, memory, and ray tracing features for improved gaming performance. [ more ]
Helldivers 2 sales are ahead Marvel's Spider-Man 2 at this point, while C&C breaks into charts
Helldivers 2 is performing exceptionally well in sales, surpassing expectations and outpacing other big releases.
Despite the success, neither Sony nor Arrowhead have officially disclosed Helldivers 2 sales numbers, leaving the exact figures unknown to the public. [ more ]
Another New Prince Of Persia Game Is Reportedly On Its Way Next Month
A new Prince of Persia game is reportedly set to be revealed on April 10 and released on May 14 into Steam Early Access.
The new Prince of Persia game is a roguelite title developed by Dead Cells studio Evil Empire with an art style inspired by Franco-Belgian comics. [ more ]
Nintendo's next console, tentatively called Switch 2, is expected in 2025 creating a dilemma for potential buyers to wait or purchase the current model.
Nintendo's naming convention for consoles involves innovative gimmicks, making the name of the next device unpredictable. [ more ]