Battlefield 6 is designed for PS5 and Xbox Series X, but will also run on last-gen • 98bpm

EA has discussed how Battlefield 6 will benefit from its development focus having been on current-gen consoles - PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S - even though it will also launch on last-gen hardware - PS4 and Xbox One.The fact Battlefield 6 will not be exclusive to current-gen consoles seems somewhat obvious, in the grand scheme of things - with scalpers and low stock still prevalent and a huge, active […]

September 19, 2021 1

Games

Overwatch’s McCree is getting a new name

Overwatch’s McCree will get a new name later this year following a lawsuit from the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing that accuses Blizzard of widespread sexual harassment and discrimination. Lead level designer Jesse McCree, whom the character was named after, was identified in Facebook photos of the so-called ‘Cosby Suite’ obtained by Kotaku and has since been let go, according to a statement from Blizzard provided to Kotaku. […]

September 18, 2021 1

Games

Lost Judgment Review – The Perfect Sequel

Lost Judgment on PS4 Video game sequels can be pretty tricky to make, even for a successful title. While you’ve got an established IP and audience to work with, the tightrope of not changing things fans loved about the game while also creating enough new features to warrant a sequel can be hard to balance. Thankfully, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio does just that with Lost Judgment, creating a perfect sequel […]

September 16, 2021 1

Games

Microsoft Flight Simulator – Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport Review (Tailstrike)

Aerosoft and Tailstrike Designs recently released Bergamo Orio al Serio International Airport (LIME) for Microsoft Flight Simulator. While not as famous as the neighboring Malpensa, Bergamo has become an important airport for Northern Italy and the area of Milan specifically, especially as a low-cost hub primarily used by Ryanair. As such, it’s definitely a great addition for those who love flying in and to Italy. It’s also conveniently located near […]

September 15, 2021 6

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Wyoming release date confirmed (the American Truck Simulator DLC, not the state)

The Wyoming release date is July 10, 1890 – that’s when the territory was admitted to the United States. But if you’re reading this, you’re probably more interested in the release date for American Truck Simulator‘s Wyoming DLC than my dumb jokes. Luckily for both of us, the devs at SCS Software have finally confirmed when we can expect digital Wyoming to arrive. American Truck Simulator’s Wyoming DLC is set […]

September 15, 2021 1

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Eastward Review – Go East, Young Sam

Eastward on PC The 2D pixel art aesthetic is back in vogue, as it has been for the better part of the last decade when we entered an indie games renaissance of sorts. And all of a sudden, we were getting charming-looking 2D pixel art games in spades. From the popular farming sim Stardew Valley to this year’s Loop Hero, it’s truly been an embarrassment of riches, but it’s not […]

September 14, 2021 1

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Apex Legends update nerfs Spitfire and Bocek Bow • 98bpm

Apex Legends' Legacy update has now been live for over a week - after a somewhat wobbly start - and Respawn has already rolled out some balance changes for two weapons. The Spitfire and newly-added Bocek Bow, both considered overpowered by the player community, have been adjusted to make them a little less lethal. Apex Legends - Legacy Launch Trailer As explained on the Legacy patch notes page, the Spitfire's […]

September 14, 2021

Games

Deathloop Review – Shoot, Sneak, Die, Repeat

Deathloop on PS5 Arkane Studios is well-known for innovative and novel game design, but it’s been forced to pivot its approach in recent years. Despite a consistently positive critical reception to several brilliant titles, including the excellent Dishonored series, interest in the first-person, immersive-sim genre of which it is a specialist just hasn’t been reflected in mainstream popularity. For its latest effort, then, an all-new IP called Deathloop, the developer […]

September 13, 2021 1

Games

Fallout 76’s project lead has left Bethesda, but says “stay tuned”

One of Fallout 76’s senior leaders has left Bethesda for new ventures. Project lead Jeff Gardiner announced today he was leaving Bethesda Game Studios after helping to ship more than 20 titles. Gardiner made the announcement on Twitter and Reddit, calling it “the hardest decision of my life.” He spent almost 16 years at Bethesda Game Studios, first working in production on Oblivion and its DLC before taking a role […]

September 12, 2021 1

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