Marathons Vault Breaker PvE mode is coming in July, and heres the twist: You leave your loot behind

Bungie unveiled a significant addition to Marathon, presenting the Vault Breaker mode, which aims to reshape the PvE landscape for players. This new mode lets users explore the Cryo Archive raid map solo, alongside friends in pairs, or in trios, engaging with a series of vault challenges that increase in difficulty. Adding a distinct progression … Read more

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Amidst mounting fears of Xbox closures, Todd Howard says Arkane is doing a really, really good job on Blade

Blade donning sunglasses in the Marvel's Blade announcement teaser.

Amid growing concerns about the internal restructuring at Xbox and its implications for development studios, Arkane Lyon’s upcoming project, Marvel’s Blade, has drawn attention for its noticeable absence from recent showcases. After a limited reveal at the 2023 Game Awards, Arkane has kept a low profile, raising speculation about the studio’s future. Reports surfaced indicating … Read more

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After upsetting everyone by threatening to ruin Diablo 4s most powerful loot in its next season, Blizzard has decided that maybe it wasnt such a good idea after all

Title: Diablo 4’s Season of Death Awakening Revamps Unique Item System Anticipation around Diablo 4 had faltered as details emerged regarding the changes in its forthcoming season. Players faced worries that Blizzard’s proposed adjustments would undermine the game’s commitment to rare, coveted loot, particularly regarding the Unique item class, which was at risk of losing … Read more

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EA exec says AI has helped drive a real rise of creativity at its studios

Title: EA President Advocates for AI’s Role in Enhancing Game Development Creativity In a recent appearance at the Game Business Live showcase during Summer Game Fest, Electronic Arts’ Laura Miele discussed the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in the realm of game development. She emphasized that AI technologies could significantly reduce repetitive tasks, thereby facilitating … Read more

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Italys second-largest independent game studio buys its freedom from Embracer

34BigThings Regains Independence, Promises Major Announcements Ahead In a significant move that shook up the gaming landscape, 34BigThings announced its return to independence after spending six years under the Embracer umbrella. This transition marked a pivotal chapter for the studio, which is best known for developing the popular racing game franchise “Carmageddon: Rogue Shift,” alongside … Read more

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