Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Achieves Record-Breaking Steam Launch Despite Backlash
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has secured the best launch of any Assassin's Creed game on Steam, selling 701k copies and generating $35m in revenue as of July 13th, despite facing criticism for its cosmetic microtransactions. The game's success comes amidst controversy, including developer layoffs and review-bombing. Notably, it outperforms its predecessors, including Shadows, Valhalla, and Mirage, in Steam revenue.
Jul 16, 2026
Warframe Developers React to Sudden End of Rival Destiny 2
Warframe's developers, Digital Extremes, have shared their somber reactions to the abrupt conclusion of Bungie's Destiny 2, highlighting the unforgiving business side of the gaming industry. Despite being longtime rivals in the MMO shooter space, Digital Extremes expresses no joy in Destiny 2's demise. Warframe, launched a year before Destiny 2, continues to thrive as its competitor's story is left unfinished.
Jul 13, 2026
Halo: Campaign Evolved Defies Xbox Exclusivity, Soars on PS5 Pre-Order Charts
Halo: Campaign Evolved, despite being an Xbox icon, is seeing unprecedented pre-order success on the PS5, topping charts in the UK, Germany, and France. This shift challenges Xbox's exclusivity strategy, particularly after Gears of War: E-Day's decision to skip Sony's console. The game's strong pre-order performance, fueled by its Unreal Engine 5 makeover, hints at a potential reevaluation of Microsoft's exclusivity approach.
Jun 15, 2026
Elden Ring Switch 2 Release Date Announced: Tarnished Edition Details
Elden Ring is coming to Switch 2 on August 28th as the Tarnished Edition, including the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, two new starting classes, new armour, and customisation options for Torrent. This enhanced package is also available on other platforms. FromSoftware's masterpiece, first released in 2022, promises a more welcoming experience than its predecessors.
Jun 6, 2026
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Review Roundup: A Divided Delight for Switch 2
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Nintendo's newest Switch 2 exclusive, has garnered mixed reviews from critics, earning a 80 on both Metacritic and OpenCritic. While praised for its unique free-form 2D platforming and imaginative gameplay, the title is criticized for its lack of challenge, repetitive structure, and unfulfilled potential. The game's charm, however, remains a consistent point of admiration across reviews.
May 20, 2026
