'Players got better than we expected': Monster Hunter Wilds DLC director says Capcom is retuning its difficulty standards for the expansion's endgame

A hunter launching towards a Teostra in Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance.

New Expansion Aims to Correct Difficulty Imbalance in Monster Hunter Wilds The gaming community was abuzz with discussions regarding performance issues in Monster Hunter Wilds on PC, but another point of contention surfaced: the game’s difficulty. Initially, many players criticized it for being too simple, creating a sense of monotony during gameplay. However, this sentiment … Read more

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Hideo Kojima announces Bill Skarsgård will star in stealth-action Physint, legendary designer Yoji Shinkawa also confirmed for character design

Hideo Kojima announces Bill Skarsgård will star in stealth-action Physint, legendary designer Yoji Shinkawa also confirmed for character design

Title: Bill Skarsgård Stars in Hideo Kojima’s New Stealth-Action Game ‘Physint’ In a bold move signaling a new chapter for the celebrated game director Hideo Kojima, Bill Skarsgård has been officially announced as the lead actor for Kojima’s upcoming stealth-action title, ‘Physint’. Earlier today, Kojima utilized his social media to reveal not only Skarsgård’s casting … Read more

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The Blood of Dawnwalker sequel may not have the divisive time mechanic that so many players dislike: 'We will not force it,' game director says

The Blood of Dawnwalker sequel may not have the divisive time mechanic that so many players dislike: 'We will not force it,' game director says

New Adjustments on Time Mechanics for RPG ‘The Blood of Dawnwalker’ In the aftermath of the release of The Blood of Dawnwalker, players highlighted a critical aspect that influenced their gaming experience: the time constraint mechanic. While many enjoyed the urgency it added, others found it a hindrance, longing for moments to explore and engage … Read more

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Wardogs is the only FPS where I actually expect to get revived

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Title: Why ‘Wardogs’ Redefines Medic Roles in Military Shooters In the realm of tactical shooters, players often found themselves disappointed by the lack of dependable support from medics. In classic titles like Battlefield, encountering a medic often resulted in either glorious resurrection or utter abandonment, creating a grim expectation that rescue was a rare exception. … Read more

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World of Warcraft: Forever players are reliving 2004 with hour-long queue times to get into the highly-anticipated beta

World of Warcraft: Forever players are reliving 2004 with hour-long queue times to get into the highly-anticipated beta

Title: WoW: Forever Beta Launches Amid Connectivity Challenges In an eagerly awaited move, Blizzard unveiled the beta version of WoW: Forever, a reimagined take on WoW Classic, promising a fresh experience for fans of the iconic MMO. Despite the excitement surrounding its launch, many players were greeted with connection issues that have marred their initial … Read more

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Get a good look at Control Resonant's otherworldly bosses in a PC Gaming Show exclusive extended interview

CONTROL Resonant: Exclusive developer interview | PC Gaming Show documentary - YouTube

“Remedy’s New Adventure: Control Resonant Set to Rock ARPG Genre” In a groundbreaking announcement, Remedy Entertainment revealed extensive details about their upcoming action RPG, Control Resonant, which is the sequel to the acclaimed game, Control. This exciting installment shifted its focus to Dylan Faden, the brother of Jesse Faden, who previously battled against the mystifying … Read more

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Hyper Light studio Heart Machine lays off 'nearly everyone' after publisher deal for unannounced game falls through

Hyper Light studio Heart Machine lays off 'nearly everyone' after publisher deal for unannounced game falls through

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Marathon creative director shoots down rumored merge with Destiny 2: 'Please don't believe everything you read online'

As someone who’s worked on both Destiny and Marathon, I can confirm that the “leak” about us merging the two IPs is fake. They share a lot of the same Bungie DNA, but like siblings they’re also their own independent entities. Please don’t believe everything you read online. 💚

Bungie Clarifies Rumors: Destiny and Marathon Won’t Merge In a recent clarification, Bungie’s creative director Julia Nardin put to rest speculation regarding the potential merger of two iconic game franchises, Destiny and Marathon. The rumors arose from a post circulating on platforms like 4chan and Reddit, suggesting that Bungie was exploring ways to integrate the … Read more

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As Skyblivion's launch approaches, the team is looking for help to get the word out

As Skyblivion's launch approaches, the team is looking for help to get the word out

Skyblivion Mod Team Seeks Volunteers as Release Approaches The anticipation for the Skyblivion mod, which sought to transform The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion using the advanced graphics of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition, intensified recently. While a specific release date remained unannounced, updates indicated that the development process was nearing its finish. In … Read more

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Wardogs CEO says he won't hire devs who aren't down with mandatory crunch: 'If you care about what you're making, this is the place to work'

The shooter that Tencent abandoned: Wardogs hits 2m sales in one weekend - YouTube

Title: Bulkhead Games CEO Sparks Controversy Over Crunch Culture at Studio In recent discussions about the gaming industry’s often contentious work culture, Bulkhead Games’ CEO Joe Brammer found himself at the center of a heated conversation regarding the subject of crunch. Brammer faced criticism from peers after openly discussing the practice of crunch during an … Read more

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