Vishal Kamal has been covering video games for 7 years, writing about everything from hardware deals and new releases to esports and the business
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Dune: Part Three's latest trailer showcases a dramatic rift between Paul Atreides and Chani, set two decades after Part Two. Paul's corruption by power has driven Chani to ally with Scytale to overthrow him. The film, billed as the saga's "epic conclusion," hits theaters December 18, 2026.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, launching July 9, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, is a masterful remake that streamlines the original's formula with gorgeous visuals and snappy combat, though not without some jarring omissions. With a campaign completing in around 35 hours, it's a more focused, yet still immersive, pirate adventure. Despite removing modern-day segments and some repetitive side activities, the game shines in its naval gameplay and new epilogue.
Deepward, a high-speed first-person shooter roguelite, plunges players into a cursed 1920s setting with a unique hero-switching mechanic, permanent death, and intense, gore-heavy combat. With six distinct heroes to choose from, players must adapt on the fly to survive the relentless horrors beneath the earth. Wishlist now on Steam for this brutal descent into the unknown.
Football star Erling Haaland has revealed his gaming setup, showcasing a high-end gaming rig. The World Cup star has also expressed interest in securing a sponsorship deal with Xbox. Haaland's gaming interests highlight the growing intersection of sports and gaming.
The Crew Motorfest, an open-world racer, is set to launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 8, priced at $49.99, with a physical release via Nintendo's Game-Key Card, which includes a download code. Originally released in September 2023, the game received a 7/10 from IGN, praising its style but criticizing its smaller map, underwhelming multiplayer, and pervasive microtransactions. This Switch 2 port seems timely for Nintendo fans seeking an alternative to Mario Kart World.
Buckshot Roulette, the critically acclaimed indie horror game, launches today on XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, cloud, and XBOX on PC, included with Game Pass. This twisted psychological showdown transforms Russian Roulette into a 12-gauge battle of probability and strategy. Players can face The Dealer alone or with up to three friends in multiplayer, testing nerves and friendships.
Minecraft is finally introducing a highly requested feature after a 17-year wait, set to revolutionize gameplay. The upcoming update brings significant enhancements, including a major Redstone overhaul with new components. Players eagerly anticipate this update, addressing a long-standing community desire.
PS5 owners are cancelling PlayStation Plus subscriptions to protest Sony's move to an all-digital future, effective for all new games from January 2028. Despite the backlash, analysts assert that the protests will not sway Sony due to the lucrative nature of digital sales. With over 120 million active users and 50 million PlayStation Plus subscribers, even a significant drop in subscriptions would barely impact Sony's bottom line.
Mario Kart Tour, Nintendo's free-to-play mobile racing game, will become unplayable after September 30, 2023, as Nintendo shuts down its servers. Since its release in 2019, the game has amassed over 100 million downloads. Players react with mixed emotions to the news.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced garners mixed reviews, praised for its visual improvements and new content but criticized for altering core elements. Despite its Metacritic score of 84 and OpenCritic score of 87, critics question the necessity of another remake. The game's quality is undeniable, yet it sparks concerns over the gaming industry's reliance on remakes.
