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NEWSJul 18 · 129 views

Marathon Game Director Departs Bungie Amid Studio Turmoil

Bungie has confirmed that the game director for its upcoming extraction shooter Marathon has left the studio. The departure arrives during a turbulent period marked by layoffs and leadership changes at the PlayStation-owned developer. Players waiting for the sci-fi revival will now watch closely for signs of how this shift impacts the project's trajectory.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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REVIEWSJul 18 · 156 views

King of the Hill Season 15 Review: A Masterclass in Animated Storytelling

King of the Hill Season 15 arrives on Hulu and Disney+ July 20, delivering what may be the strongest season in the show's nearly 30-year history. The 10-episode run perfects the balance between character growth and the series' timeless slice-of-life charm, anchored by a flashback finale that finally explains the 16-year gap.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSJul 18 · 138 views

Fan Trailer Final Fantasy Resonance Imagines a World Without Final Fantasy 7

A new fan-made trailer titled Final Fantasy Resonance asks what the gaming landscape would look like if Final Fantasy 7 had never existed. The project reimagines iconic characters and scenarios through a radically different lens, stripping away the legacy that defined a generation of RPGs. This creative exercise highlights just how deeply Square Enix's 1997 landmark shaped modern game design and storytelling.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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NEWSJul 17 · 159 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 · 175 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

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TECHNOLOGYJul 17 · 171 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.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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NEWSJul 17 · 321 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.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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NEWSJul 17 · 423 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

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NEWSJul 17 · 138 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.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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ACCESSORY REVIEWSJul 17 · 410 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.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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LATEST RELEASESJul 17 · 197 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.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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NEWSJul 17 · 120 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.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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NEWSJul 17 · 133 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.