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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Kryonull, a sci-fi visual novel with an intriguing premise about a manned mission to Europa, falls short due to its extensive use of AI-generated assets and an exorbitant $100 price tag. Despite its interesting core idea and manually crafted script, the game's value is severely undermined by its lack of effort in other areas. For a similar experience with actual craftsmanship, consider South Scrimshaw Part One (free) or Water Womb World ($2).
Microsoft's $70 billion Activision Blizzard acquisition has significantly impacted Xbox, with Call of Duty's performance directly influencing the platform's financials. Despite being a crucial asset, the franchise's recent decline in sales, coupled with its controversial inclusion in Game Pass, has led to a 5% drop in Xbox's software and services revenue. As Xbox navigates this challenge, the franchise's future success is paramount to the platform's stability.
Fortnite OG's The Unvaulting Event kicks off on Sunday, June 14, at 10:55am PT, bringing a community-driven item unvaulting process and temporary map changes until June 24. Players can vote for one of six classic items to return to the loot pool. Get ready to shape the game's direction with your vote.
Eternity's Edge, a newly released open-world Soulslike game on Steam, combines the challenging gameplay of Dark Souls with the frantic survival elements of Vampire Survivors. This unique blend promises a fresh take on the Soulsborne genre. With its launch, players are diving into a world of intense combat and strategic survival.
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is accelerating development on new The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Halo games as Microsoft considers restructuring its gaming division, potentially spinning it off. This move could fundamentally alter the gaming industry. Despite uncertainty, Sharma is pushing for faster releases of these core franchises.
Hidetaka Miyazaki assures fans that FromSoftware remains free to create the games it wants despite Kadokawa's investor pressures, teasing both announced and unannounced titles, including Elden Ring's upcoming Switch 2 release. With Elden Ring surpassing 30 million copies sold worldwide, the studio's creative autonomy is a relief to fans worried about the influence of major shareholders like Oasis Management Company. Miyazaki emphasizes maintaining the current development environment as a priority.
Claim Wild Terra 2: New Lands, a medieval MMORPG, for free on Steam before June 15, 1 p.m. ET. This $39.99 game offers farming, fishing, crafts, PvE dungeons, and PvP zones. Secure it forever while the offer lasts and discover a new gaming experience without any cost.
Discover the current lineup of Pokémon-themed controllers for Nintendo Switch 2, including wireless and wired options from PowerA and HORI. Learn how Switch 1 controllers remain compatible, albeit with some feature limitations. Upgrade your gaming experience with these officially licensed designs.
Wild Terra 2: New Lands, a usually $40 MMORPG, is being given away for free on Steam, but beware of its predatory microtransactions and pay-to-win mechanics. With packages ranging up to $299,000, the game's true cost lies in its aggressive monetization. Despite the free entry, the experience is marred by bugs, a grindy gameplay loop, and ethical concerns due to its Russian development.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 offers early campaign access for pre-order customers on Steam, allowing fans to dive into the story two days before the official release. This move aims to incentivize pre-orders and reward loyal players. The campaign promises intense, story-driven gameplay.
