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PLAYSTATION 54d ago · 127 views

Sony Pushes Another PS5 Security Patch as Jailbreak Whac-a-Mole Intensifies Before GTA 6

Sony released PS5 firmware update 26.07-14.22.00 on November 2, a 1.267 GB download focused entirely on security fixes. The rapid patch cycle comes just 11 days after the previous update and signals Sony's escalating effort to lock down the console ahead of GTA 6's launch window.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWS4d ago · 170 views

Dave Bautista Gains 20 Pounds of Muscle to Play Kratos in Prime Video's God of War Series

Dave Bautista has added 20 pounds of muscle to reach 250 pounds for his role as Kratos in Prime Video's God of War adaptation. The actor stepped in after Ryan Hurst suffered a torn bicep during stunt filming in August, and his physical transformation addresses earlier fan concerns about his suitability for the part.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

LIFESTYLE4d ago · 132 views

Heat Director Michael Mann Hospitalized After Gun Range Accident

Michael Mann, the 83-year-old director behind Heat and Ferrari, suffered a superficial leg injury when a holstered weapon accidentally discharged at a Los Angeles gun range on Halloween. He was treated at a hospital and is being released, according to his representative. The incident comes as Mann actively develops the long-awaited Heat 2 with Christian Bale and Leonardo DiCaprio attached.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWS4d ago · 148 views

Persona 1 Remake Footage Leaks With Purple Aesthetic and Persona 5-Style Visuals

Leaked footage allegedly showing a Persona 1 remake surfaced on Halloween, displaying a purple colour theme and visual design consistent with Persona 5 and recent remakes. The clip, shared to the GamingLeaksAndRumours subreddit, shows turn-based combat and a brief school exploration segment. Series producer Kazuhisa Wada previously confirmed remakes for the first two entries are likely coming eventually.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

LATEST RELEASES5d ago · 579 views

Pikmin 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Arrives 12th November With Demo Tomorrow

Nintendo has confirmed that Pikmin 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launches on 12th November, with a free demo hitting the eShop on 2nd November. The updated release adds a timed Dandori Academy mode, voice commands for companion Oatchi, and allows demo progress to carry into the full game.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

TECHNOLOGY5d ago · 298 views

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2 Suffers Crushing Input Lag in Multiplayer

Digital Foundry's analysis reveals that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Nintendo Switch 2 suffers from input lag up to twice as high as the PS5 version, putting Multiplayer players at a significant competitive disadvantage. While the Campaign runs acceptably at 30fps with visual compromises, the Multiplayer mode's 81ms docked and 100ms portable mode latency makes competitive play genuinely difficult.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

LATEST RELEASES5d ago · 2.7k views

Five Must-Play Nintendo Switch 2 Games Launching This November

Nintendo Switch 2 owners have five major releases to look forward to in November 2026, headlined by The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake on November 5. The lineup spans action-adventure, RPG, and strategy genres, with several titles offering Switch 2-exclusive enhancements.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWS5d ago · 448 views

Persona: Be Your True Mind Footage Leaks, Sparking Remake Debate

Alleged gameplay footage for an unannounced Persona 1 remake titled Persona: Be Your True Mind has surfaced online, showing less than two minutes of modernized combat and exploration. The leak has ignited debate over its authenticity, with fans pointing to shared animations with the upcoming Persona 4 Revival as evidence it may be genuine.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWS5d ago · 181 views

Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail Expansion Launches July 2 with Viper and Pictomancer Jobs

Square Enix has confirmed that Final Fantasy 14's Dawntrail expansion releases on July 2, 2024, bringing two new jobs to the MMO. The Viper and Pictomancer join the roster alongside a level cap increase to 100 and the new continent of Tural to explore.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWS5d ago · 370 views

Joe Manganiello Still Hopes for Dragonlance TV Series After Cancellation

Joe Manganiello reveals he has not abandoned hope for his cancelled Dragonlance TV series despite five years of development ending in 2024. The actor credits new Wizards of the Coast leadership under Dan Ayoub for renewed optimism about the project and a related documentary.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

LATEST RELEASES5d ago · 352 views

Nintendo Declares November 1 Pikmin Day, Announces Pikmin 4 Switch 2 Edition with Voice Commands

Nintendo has officially designated November 1 as Pikmin Day and revealed that Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy launches November 12 with improved visuals and microphone support for voice commands. A free demo arrives November 2 featuring one standard level and two Dandori Academy time trials, while Pikmin Bloom prepares a secret caves update later this year.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

PC GAMING5d ago · 163 views

15 Horror Games Under $10 on Steam With 85%+ Ratings for Halloween

Steam is currently offering 15 horror games with user ratings above 85% for under $10 each, perfect for Halloween weekend. The full bundle costs roughly $70 and includes titles like Resident Evil 2 remake, A Plague Tale: Innocence, and The Excavation of Hob's Barrow at some of their lowest prices ever.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWS5d ago · 193 views

Activision Apologises, Will Remove Itaewon Crowd Crush Footage from Modern Warfare 4

Activision has apologised to bereaved families and confirmed it will remove real footage of the 2022 Itaewon crowd crush from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's opening cinematic via a November 12 update. The publisher acknowledged the inclusion caused deep hurt and stated the game never intended to trivialise the tragedy that killed around 160 people.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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