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NEWSJul 17 · 58 views

Bethesda Confirms Starfield Future With 17 Million Players and 2027 Starborn DLC Tease

Bethesda Game Studios has confirmed that Starfield remains a core franchise priority despite recent Xbox layoffs affecting 1,600 staff. Todd Howard revealed the space RPG has attracted over 17 million players who have logged nearly a billion hours, while teasing new Starborn content arriving in 2027.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSJul 17 · 82 views

EA Sports FC 27 Release Details Remain Unconfirmed by EA

A Steam storefront page circulating as a leak for EA Sports FC 27 contains only language selection options and standard Steam navigation elements. No official release date, platform list, or early access details for EA Sports FC 27 have been confirmed by Electronic Arts.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

TECHNOLOGYJul 17 · 50 views

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Developers Push Back on Gunny AI Chatbot Label

Infinity Ward developers have clarified that Gunny in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is a scripted narrative companion, not a generative AI chatbot. The studio expressed frustration over the persistent mischaracterization circulating among players. This distinction matters for anyone following how AI integration is actually being implemented in modern shooters.

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NEWSJul 17 · 107 views

Cape Fear Episode 8 Review: 'Los tiempos de Dios son Perfectos' Delivers Horror and Answers

Apple TV's Cape Fear reaches its penultimate episode with a shocking hour that finally exposes Max Cady's full manipulations while setting up a hurricane-fueled finale. The episode delivers the series' best acting to date from Amy Adams alongside grotesque reveals and long-awaited answers about Anna's mysterious blackouts.

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NEWSJul 17 · 95 views

God of War TV Series Recasts Kratos After Ryan Hurst Tears Bicep Filming Stunt

Amazon MGM and Sony Pictures have confirmed they will recast Kratos for their Prime Video God of War series after Ryan Hurst tore his bicep performing a stunt in Vancouver. The injury requires surgery and forced production to halt, pushing filming resumption to mid-October 2026. No replacement actor has been announced yet.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSJul 17 · 43 views

Game of Thrones: War for Westeros Delayed to Early 2027

PlaySide Studios has officially pushed the release of Game of Thrones: War for Westeros from 2026 to early 2027. The real-time strategy game needs more development time to hit the quality bar the studio has set for both RTS veterans and fans of the HBO series.

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ACCESSORY REVIEWSJul 17 · 95 views

8BitDo Ultimate 2C Review: Best PC Controller Under $30 Gets Even Cheaper

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless PC Gaming Controller delivers premium features like Hall Effect switches and a 1,000Hz polling rate for just $29.99, with the lavender model currently discounted to $23.99. IGN commerce manager Eric Song calls it arguably the best controller at that price point, outperforming options costing three times as much.

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LATEST RELEASESJul 17 · 77 views

Pro Jank Footy Locks In August 13 Release Across All Major Platforms

Adelaide-based developers Powerbomb Games and Tinker Town have confirmed Pro Jank Footy launches August 13, 2026 at 9am AEST on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. The arcade Australian Rules Football game draws inspiration from NBA Jam and NHL '94 while adding power-ups like brick walls, portals, and transforming players into footballs.

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NEWSJul 17 · 48 views

Halo TV Director Joins Odysseus Series as Nolan Film Arrives

Otto Bathurst, who directed the Paramount+ Halo series, has signed on to helm the upcoming Odysseus television adaptation. The move comes as Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey prepares for its theatrical release, creating an unusual moment where two major Homer adaptations arrive simultaneously.

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NEWSJul 17 · 42 views

Steam Malware Scheme Nets Florida Man $220K in Stolen Crypto

A Florida man has pleaded guilty to distributing malware through Steam that stole over $220,000 in cryptocurrency from unsuspecting users. Court documents reveal the scheme operated for months before federal authorities intervened and shut down the operation.

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NEWSJul 16 · 57 views

Xbox Free Play Days: GTA Online, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, and Three Game Pass Titles Free This Weekend

Xbox Free Play Days returns this weekend with Grand Theft Auto Online and Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 free for all Xbox members, while Game Pass subscribers can try Crisol: Theater of Idols, Planet Zoo: Console Edition, and Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports. The event runs from July 14 through July 21 depending on the title, with no subscription required for the two headliners.

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NEWSJul 16 · 56 views

PS Plus July 2024 Lineup: Avatar, Ronin, and Nine Games Hit Extra and Premium Tiers

Sony has revealed nine games joining PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in July 2024, headlined by Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora and Rise of the Ronin on PS5. The lineup spans open-world action, narrative RPGs, and retro classics across both subscription tiers.

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NEWSJul 16 · 47 views

Modern Warfare 4: Console Superiority and What It Means for Gamers

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is anticipated to visually excel on the more expensive next-gen console, according to recent insights. This disparity could significantly impact the gaming experience, with the costlier console offering superior graphics and potentially smoother gameplay. Gamers weighing their platform choice will need to consider these visual and performance differences.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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