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NEWSAug 26 · 130 views

Ananta Reveals January 2027 Release Date at Gamescom Opening Night Live

NetEase and Naked Rain have announced a January 15, 2027 release date for Ananta, the urban open-world action RPG previously known as Project Mugen. The Gamescom Opening Night Live trailer showcases two explorable cities, influencer-based progression, martial arts combat, and a massive roster of traversal options across PS5 and PC.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 26 · 114 views

Ananta Locks In January 15, 2027 Release With New Trailer Set To The Cranberries

NetEase and Naked Rain have confirmed that Ananta, the open-world RPG blending supernatural investigation with Spider-Man-style traversal and Grand Theft Auto-style mayhem, launches on January 15, 2027. A new trailer set to the Cranberries' 1992 hit "Dreams" showcases the free-to-play title running across console, PC, and mobile platforms.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

LATEST RELEASESAug 26 · 180 views

PlayStation Plus September 2026 Lineup Leaked: Sniper Elite: Resistance Leads the Pack

PlayStation Plus monthly games for September 2026 have leaked online, with Sniper Elite: Resistance headlining a trio that also includes Chained Echoes and Wobbly Life. The leak comes from Dealabs' reliable source billbilk-kun, who has accurately predicted previous lineups. All three titles will be available to claim from September 1 through October 6.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 26 · 114 views

Sony PlayStation 27" Gaming Monitor Review: Great for PS5 Desk Setups, Average Elsewhere

Sony's first PlayStation-branded 27-inch gaming monitor delivers QHD resolution, 240Hz on PC, and a clever DualSense charging dock for $349.99. It's a strong pick for PlayStation fans with desk-based setups, but the mediocre stand and average contrast make it hard to recommend over competitors if you don't care about the aesthetic match.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 26 · 98 views

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Devs Admit Regaining PC Trust Is "Extremely Challenging"

Arc System Works producer Takeshi Yamanaka acknowledges the steep climb to win back PC players after Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls launched with serious performance issues on Steam. The fighting game arrived on PS5 and PC on August 6, but the PC version struggled with excessive memory usage and oddly demanding requirements that drove many players away. Despite post-launch patches improving stability, the damage to the game's reputation persists.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 25 · 109 views

Xbox 25th Anniversary Collection Launches With Gear, FanFest Dates, and Gibson Guitar

Microsoft has unveiled its 25th anniversary celebration for Xbox, rolling out a commemorative hardware collection, new community-designed gear, and a FanFest tour across multiple cities. The lineup also includes a custom Gibson guitar collaboration tied to the upcoming Gears of War: E-Day. Here is everything announced so far.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

X BOXAug 25 · 143 views

Designed for Xbox 25th Anniversary Collection Launches With Translucent Green Hardware Lineup

The Designed for Xbox 25th Anniversary Collection is now available for preorder, bringing a wave of translucent green peripherals that honor the original console's aesthetic. Razer, 8BitDo, Backbone, PowerA, and GameSir each contribute anniversary-edition hardware ranging from mice and keyboards to mobile controllers and charging docks.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 25 · 118 views

GTA 6 Leaked Beach Footage Highlights Unreal Water Physics

A Screen Rant report highlights leaked GTA 6 beach gameplay that appears to showcase advanced water physics. The footage suggests Rockstar is pushing environmental simulation further than previous entries. Players are analyzing the clips for clues about the game's technical ambitions.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

TECHNOLOGYAug 25 · 105 views

GTA 6 Leaker Drops Beach and Nightclub Gameplay Videos While Defending Crypto Scheme

GTA 6 leaker CyberLeek has released two new gameplay videos showing Jason cycling on a beach and nightclub gameplay, bringing the leak streak to eight consecutive days. The videos include watermarked advertisements for a CyberLeek memecoin token used in paid polls where users have spent hundreds of dollars voting on which footage to release next. Netflix's official timed-exclusive GTA 6 reveal is just two days away.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 25 · 147 views

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Devs Promise Fix for Captain Price Hair Bug After Viral Backlash

Activision and Infinity Ward have confirmed a fix is coming for Captain Price's missing hair in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 after screenshots from the closed beta showed the character looking unrecognizable at ultra-low graphics settings. The issue only appears at the lowest level of detail, but viral social media posts comparing the iconic operator to "Lieutenant Cost" forced a public response from the developers.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 25 · 127 views

Joe Russo Reveals How Spider-Man's Death Scene Was Changed on Set to Break Audiences' Hearts

Avengers: Infinity War director Joe Russo has revealed that Spider-Man's death scene was rewritten on the filming day to maximize emotional impact. The change turned a scripted resignation into a terrified 16-year-old pleading for his life, making the moment the most devastating of the snap.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 25 · 128 views

Xbox and PlayStation Quietly Retreat From Multiplatform Messaging

Xbox and PlayStation are both pulling back from cross-platform promotion in their latest marketing moves. Xbox's new Minecraft Dungeons 2 trailer omits PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 mentions that appeared in previous trailers. Meanwhile, PlayStation has revived its "only on PlayStation" branding for major first-party titles including Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yotei.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 25 · 198 views

The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past Expansion Confirmed to Include More Gwent

CD Projekt Red has confirmed that Gwent will return in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's upcoming Songs of the Past expansion launching in 2027. Community manager Marcin Łukaszewski verified the news on social media, and more details will arrive during Gamescom 2026 Opening Night Live.