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NEWSSep 19 · 227 views

HoYoverse's Nodusfall Surprises With Dark Fantasy Co-Op Action at Gamescom

HoYoverse's upcoming free-to-play action RPG Nodusfall impressed at Gamescom with satisfying combat and standout boss design that moves beyond its Elden Ring visual comparisons. The co-op focused preview revealed mythology-inspired enemies, a generous stamina system, and character progression without gacha banners.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSSep 19 · 91 views

Insomniac Nerfs Wolverine's 'Fart Gas' Scent Trails After Player Backlash

Insomniac Games has released patch v.01.001.005 for Marvel's Wolverine, reducing the opacity of the controversial Scent Trails and Audio Sense indicators that players dubbed "fart gas." The update addresses community criticism that the visual effects were too intense and could not be disabled through accessibility options, with the studio now exploring toggleable settings for a future patch.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSSep 19 · 135 views

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni Hits Lowest Price Ever on Amazon Resale

Amazon Resale is offering the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni in white for $276.36, a 30% discount from its $400 MSRP. The headset released in May 2024 and earned a glowing review from IGN for its cross-platform OmniPlay feature and hot-swappable battery system. This "like new" listing includes free shipping and Amazon's standard 30-day return policy.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSSep 19 · 130 views

World War Z Sequel Confirms Brad Pitt Return With Conclave Director Edward Berger

Paramount has officially confirmed a World War Z sequel with Brad Pitt returning to star and Edward Berger attached to direct. The project also secures Dennis Kelly as screenwriter and Plan B Entertainment as producer, moving forward 13 years after the original film earned $540 million worldwide.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

CONSOLE GAMINGSep 19 · 145 views

Mega Man: Dual Override Preview — Proto Man's Heat, Shields, and a 40th Anniversary Return

Mega Man: Dual Override brings Proto Man as a fully distinct playable character with heat-managed buster shots, a boomerang shield, and Override mode for its Spring 2027 release. Our hands-on at Gamescom reveals a vibrant 40th-anniversary entry that respects classic structure while adding modern risk-reward systems.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSSep 19 · 158 views

Halo: The Fall of Reach Full-Cast Audiobook Brings Original Voices Back for 25th Anniversary

Simon & Schuster Audio will release a full-cast audiobook of Halo: The Fall of Reach on November 10, 2026, featuring Steve Downes and Jen Taylor reprising their iconic roles as Master Chief and Cortana. The production integrates the Halo theme song and immersive sound effects to mark the franchise's 25th anniversary.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSSep 19 · 94 views

Final Fantasy VII Revelation Preview: Third-Act Freedom Meets Bloat Concerns

A two-hour hands-on with Final Fantasy VII Revelation reveals a game that plays like the climactic third act of a JRPG trilogy, offering unprecedented freedom through the Highwind airship, parachuting traversal, and Vincent Valentine's transformative combat. While the sheer volume of content impresses, the preview raises questions about whether Square Enix can avoid the checklist-style bloat that weighed down Rebirth.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSSep 18 · 114 views

Nintendo COO Calls Switch 2 Start 'Just the Beginning' as Zelda Film Nears

Nintendo of America COO Devon Pritchard says the Switch 2's record-breaking sales are only the opening chapter, with nearly 20 million units sold in its first year and a live-action Zelda film wrapping production in New Zealand. The executive frames Nintendo's strategy around generational experiences rather than competing for screen time.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSSep 18 · 127 views

Far Cry TV Series Adds Batman and Knuckles Stars to Growing Cast

The Far Cry television adaptation has expanded its ensemble with several high-profile additions, including actors from The Batman and Knuckles. The series continues to build out its cast as production moves forward on the video game adaptation.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSSep 18 · 174 views

Ubisoft 40th Anniversary Sale: For Honor Free, Up to 90% Off PC Games

Ubisoft is marking its 40th anniversary with a massive sale on Ubisoft Connect, offering up to 90% off PC games plus an extra 20% discount with coupon code UBI40. For Honor is free to claim until September 28, and other major titles like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Star Wars Outlaws are available at steep discounts.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSSep 18 · 149 views

Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Decks Discounted — Avengers Assemble Beats Doom Prevails

Magic: The Gathering's Marvel Super Heroes Commander decks are seeing deeper discounts as The Hobbit set takes the spotlight. The Avengers Assemble preconstructed deck now sits at $54.18 and outperforms the $64.95 Doom Prevails deck with better cohesion and faster early-game snowball potential.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

XBOX SERIES XSep 18 · 192 views

Hideo Kojima Announces Bill Skarsgård as Lead for Physint, Confirms Yoji Shinkawa Returns

Hideo Kojima has revealed Bill Skarsgård will star as John Physint in the upcoming stealth-action game Physint, alongside Charlee Fraser, Don Lee, and Minami Hamabe. The legendary designer Yoji Shinkawa returns for character and mechanical design as the project moves forward under Xbox publishing after a reported split with Sony.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSSep 17 · 159 views

ZERO PARADES Director's Cut Brings Voice Acting and PS5 Release This Fall

ZA/UM has confirmed a free Director's Cut update for ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies launching October 1 on PC, adding full English voice acting and roughly 40,000 words of new content. A PlayStation 5 definitive edition with all enhancements included will follow on November 5, marking the game's console debut.