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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered reaches impressive player milestone
Apr 29, 2025, 1:44 PM
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Within just the first few days, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered hit a peak of 190,119 concurrent players on Steam and has continued to grow.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has reached an impressive player milestone just days after its surprise launch. Shadow-dropped on April 21 following weeks of rumors, the remastered version of the beloved classic has taken the gaming community by storm. Bethesda and Xbox both took to social media to celebrate the game's success: four million players in just three days.
We are so grateful to the over 4 million of you that have already ventured...
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Metaphor: ReFantazio’s PC sales exceed Atlus’ expectations
Apr 26, 2025, 10:08 PM
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Metaphor: ReFantazio is now considered Atlus’ fastest-selling game to date.
Released just five months ago, Metaphor: ReFantazio has already become Atlus' fastest-selling title ever. Traditionally known as a console-focused studio, Atlus has been shifting its strategy toward simultaneous multi-platform releases — and it's paying off, especially on PC. In a recent update, the team revealed that sales on PC have "exceeded expectations."
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 celebrates 500,000 copies sold worldwide
Apr 26, 2025, 9:55 PM
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Sandfall Interactive’s debut RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has quickly achieved critical acclaim and sold over 500,000 copies worldwide.
Sandfall Interactive’s debut RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, is off to a remarkable start. The studio recently announced that the game has sold over 500,000 copies worldwide, a milestone they admitted was reached "sooner than we'd ever imagined," thanking fans in a post on X/Twitter.
A milestone for us, reached sooner than we'd ever imagined.
Thank you all. pic.twitter.com/cZrghh1K3m
— Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (@expedition33) April 25, 2025
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Baldur's Gate 3 hits impressive player surge after Patch 8 launch
Apr 24, 2025, 11:20 PM
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Patch 8 has reignited interest in Baldur’s Gate 3, causing a major spike in player activity and reaffirming the game’s lasting popularity.
Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8 just dropped, and it’s already proving to be a massive success. Packed with fresh content and quality-of-life improvements, this final major update has sparked a huge resurgence in player activity—showing that Baldur’s Gate 3 still has plenty of life left in it.
Originally released in 2023, Baldur’s Gate 3 took the world by surprise and became one of the biggest games of the year. It captivated both longtime RPG fans and newcomers alike, and...
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Ghost of Yōtei sets official launch date
Apr 23, 2025, 8:27 PM
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Ghost of Yōtei, the highly anticipated sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, will launch exclusively on PS5 on October 2, 2025.
After months of eager speculation, Ghost of Yōtei, the next major title from Sucker Punch Productions, finally has a release date. First teased during a State of Play event, the game was initially slated for a 2025 launch. Now, seven months later, it's been confirmed that Ghost of Yōtei will release exclusively on PlayStation 5 on October 2, 2025. The announcement came alongside a stunning new trailer titled "The Onryō’s List":
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Diablo 4 is crossing over with Berserk
Apr 19, 2025, 11:20 PM
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Berserk’s brutal world and tragic hero, Guts, blend seamlessly with the gritty, blood-soaked lands of Sanctuary.
Yet another surprise is hitting gamers in 2025: it's been officially confirmed that Diablo 4 and Diablo Immortal are getting a crossover with the legendary dark fantasy series Berserk. Fans are hyped to see Guts-themed cosmetics make their way into the world of Sanctuary—and honestly, it’s a perfect fit for the grim and brutal tone of Diablo 4.
Blizzard recently revealed its 2025 roadmap for Diablo 4, detailing several upcoming seasons. However, many fans were left disappointed by what...
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Former PlayStation executive offers high praise for Ghost of Yotei
Apr 18, 2025, 11:12 PM
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Appearing on a recent podcast, Shuhei Yoshida shared his impressions of Ghost of Yotei.
Set for release in 2025, Ghost of Yotei is already one of the most anticipated titles of the year, standing tall alongside heavyweights like Elden Ring: Nightreign, Grand Theft Auto VI, Death Stranding 2, and more. During a recent hands-on session with an early development build, former Sony and PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida had plenty of praise for Ghost of Yotei, setting high expectations for this spiritual successor to Ghost of Tsushima.
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The Outer Worlds 2 teases its new character-building system
Apr 17, 2025, 10:52 PM
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The Outer Worlds 2 is set to deliver a deeper, more personalized RPG experience with a revamped character-building system.
The Outer Worlds 2 is turning up the heat on character customization, teasing a brand-new character-building system that promises to give players more freedom and depth than ever before. While the original The Outer Worlds was a hit, it fell short in offering a wide variety of meaningful character builds. Now, Obsidian Entertainment looks to level up the RPG experience with a sequel that leans deeper into specialized playstyles and personalized adventures.
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The Legend of Zelda titles on Switch 2 appears to lack cloud save support
Apr 17, 2025, 9:48 PM
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Fans are puzzled by the apparent lack of cloud save support for both The Legend of Zelda titles on Switch 2.
Both The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom are heading to Nintendo Switch 2 with major performance upgrades. However, there’s one unexpected omission that’s leaving fans puzzled: no support for cloud saves on either title.
The news emerged following the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, where the new system was officially showcased alongside several returning and upcoming games. Among the highlights were Switch 2 editions of both The Legend...
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Dark Souls Remastered finally gets a Seamless Co-op mod
Apr 15, 2025, 8:08 PM
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This mod offers a fresh and exciting way to play Dark Souls Remastered.
While FromSoftware dives into new multiplayer projects like The Duskbloods, the Soulsborne community isn’t sitting still. Nearly 7 years after its PC release, Dark Souls Remastered has finally received a seamless co-op mode, exciting fans who are eager to return to the legendary title that started it all.
A well-known modder on Nexus Mods named Yui—who previously made waves with the Seamless Co-op Mod for Dark Souls III—has just released a similar...
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33 Immortals: The co-op roguelike for you and your 32 friends
Apr 15, 2025, 7:57 PM
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33 Immortals is a game where you and up to 32 other players can team up to survive together and take down massive bosses in a raid-style MMO experience.
Co-op games have always been a top choice for gamers who enjoy playing with others or have a large group of friends. It’s fun to play alone, sure — but when you get to enjoy that fun with friends, the experience becomes even more memorable. That’s exactly why co-op and multiplayer titles like R.E.P.O, Among Us, or even Dark Souls III with its seamless co-op mod have been so warmly welcomed by...
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Phasmophobia reveals its new seasonal event
Apr 13, 2025, 5:04 PM
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In Cursed Hollow, ghost hunters will be tasked with identifying spirits, completing special objectives, and discovering totems scattered across various maps.
Phasmophobia continues to evolve in 2025, with developer Kinetic Games unveiling exciting seasonal events for players. The game has just announced its first major event of the year—Cursed Hollow—promising fresh challenges, thematic rewards, and immersive ghost-hunting gameplay.
The Cursed Hollow event will begin on April 17, as revealed on the Phasmophobia website. Like previous seasonal events, players will team up to uncover eerie secrets by completing objectives and unlocking exclusive rewards. However, this time, Kinetic Games is...
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Nintendo executive addresses The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom performance on Switch 2
Apr 10, 2025, 10:24 AM
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Thanks to the upgraded hardware in the Nintendo Switch 2, both Zelda titles will feature faster load times and smoother overall gameplay.
A Nintendo executive has shared new insight into how The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will perform on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console, officially revealed during the April 2 Nintendo Direct. Both The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will receive enhanced "Switch 2 Editions," boasting significantly improved frame rates and resolution.
While The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was already considered...
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New look at Hollow Knight: Silksong with latest screenshots
Apr 10, 2025, 10:07 AM
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New Hollow Knight: Silksong screenshots have been released via the Japanese Nintendo eShop, showcasing improved visuals.
As a new month kicks off, there have been more and more hints that Hollow Knight: Silksong may arrive sooner than expected. During the recent Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, Nintendo surprised fans with a brief new glimpse of Hollow Knight: Silksong—the long-awaited sequel to one of the most beloved Metroidvania games of all time.
A few days ago, Developer Team Cherry updated the game’s listing on the Japanese Nintendo eShop, and with it came a...
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Grand Theft Auto VI marketing will ramp up closer to release
Mar 31, 2025, 9:26 PM
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Strauss Zelnick, Chairman and CEO of Take-Two Interactive, has commented on the long wait for Grand Theft Auto VI’s second trailer and the company’s marketing s
The first trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI shattered records when it debuted in December 2023. However, since then, Rockstar Games and its parent company, Take-Two Interactive, have remained largely silent about the game. This lack of updates has left fans eager for more information, with some even attempting to create a Grand Theft Auto VI-inspired map inside GTA 5—only for the project to be shut down by Take-Two.
Now, Strauss Zelnick, Chairman and CEO of Take-Two Interactive, has commented...
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Leaks reveal new Mega Evolutions in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Mar 31, 2025, 8:36 PM
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The return of Mega Evolution has sparked speculation about which Pokémon will receive new Mega forms.
A recent leak has unveiled exciting new details about Mega Evolutions in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. One of the biggest highlights of this upcoming installment is the long-awaited return of Mega Evolution—a fan-favorite mechanic that has been missing from the series for years.
Mega Evolution was first introduced in Pokémon X & Y in 2013 and later expanded in Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire. However, after Pokémon Sun & Pokémon Moon, Game Freak removed the mechanic entirely, much to the...
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Warner Bros. Games reportedly cancels planned Hogwarts Legacy DLC
Mar 30, 2025, 6:22 PM
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Despite the cancellation, Warner Bros. has repeatedly stated that Hogwarts Legacy and the Harry Potter franchise remain "top priorities."
Bad news has suddenly dropped for Hogwarts Legacy fans—a major expansion for the game has reportedly been canceled, crushing hopes for new content. Hogwarts Legacy was one of the most successful game releases of 2023, selling over 34 million copies and receiving widespread critical acclaim.
To build on this success, Warner Bros. Games was allegedly planning a paid story expansion, expected to launch alongside a "Definitive Edition" of the game. However, according to a report...
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Pokémon Legends: Z-A gets a new trailer
Mar 30, 2025, 6:13 PM
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Pokémon Legends: Z-A introduces exciting new battle mechanics and brings back Mega Evolution.
The highly anticipated Pokémon Legends: Z-A is making waves with its latest reveal, bringing fresh battle mechanics and the long-awaited return of Mega Evolution—a feature that has delighted veteran fans. Many players are excited to see this fan-favorite mechanic make a comeback, adding greater strategic depth to battles.
During today’s Nintendo Direct, a brand-new trailer was released, showcasing fresh gameplay footage and highlighting key features of the latest installment in the Pokémon franchise.
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New details on Lies of P: Overture DLC
Mar 27, 2025, 6:58 PM
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In recent interviews, Lies of P game director Jiwon Choi shared more details about the upcoming expansion.
The hype surrounding Lies of P: Overture is through the roof, as fans eagerly anticipate how the DLC will expand the game's story. Ever since the base game’s final cutscene teased a potential future storyline, speculation has been rampant about how the DLC will tie into it.
In recent interviews, Lies of P game director Jiwon Choi shared more details about the upcoming expansion, revealing that it will take experienced players approximately 15 to 20 hours to complete. However, one major...
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New job listing hints at a cross-gen release for Rocksteady's next Batman game
Mar 27, 2025, 6:41 PM
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A new job listing from Rocksteady seeks a Senior Core Engine Programmer to work on an upcoming unannounced AAA title.
Rocksteady Studios is moving forward, putting the disappointment of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League behind them. Now, the studio appears to be gearing up for its next major project—potentially a new Batman game. A recently posted job listing has revealed some intriguing details about what’s next for the studio.
Rocksteady’s Next Game Will Be Available on Next-Gen Consoles
A new job listing from Rocksteady seeks a Senior Core Engine Programmer to work on an upcoming unannounced...
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