VERACITY IN GAMING
VERACITY IN GAMING
FromSoftware’s parent company reports major growth despite serious losses from cyberattack, with Elden Ring DLC “powerfully driving” its whole game sector
Kadokawa, the parent company of FromSoftware, reported a big boost in quarterly sales following the launch of Elden Ring's DLC.
ByAmber V
Pokémon speedrunner horrifies viewers with superhuman multitasking, playing two games with one controller in each hand, using foot and voice controls all while responding to chat
A Japanese Pokémon speedrunner recently completed a glitchless "Catch 'em All" challenge playing two games simultaneously.
Hi-Fi Rush IP’s revival paves the way for expansion of the game’s story
With producer Krafton taking on the Hi-Fi Rush IP, we explore the exciting ways that the story's two endings leave room for sequels
Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster takes over Tokyo’s Shinjuku Station ahead of new physical edition release
Video display celebrates Final Fantasy series' classic 2D era ahead of Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster's new physical release coming in October.
Mecha BREAK: Here’s how and why the Gundam-reminiscent sci-fi shooter is exploding in popularity
Amazing Seasun Games' Mecha BREAK has enjoyed a sharp rise in popularity during its latest Beta test, with the full game promising even more.
Ganbare Goemon’s spiritual successor BAKERU to get Western release in September on Steam and Switch
Spike Chunsoft is bringing the Ganbare Goemon series creators' new title Bakeru to North America and Europe in September 2024.
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Tango Gameworks founder Shinji Mikami expresses relief about Krafton taking in staff after closure
Tango Gameworks founder Shinji Mikami made a brief comment in response to Krafton's acquisition of the studio.
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Konami marketed CYGNI as a next-generation shooter, but players feel it’s not quite there yet
Indie shoot 'em up CYGNI: All Guns Blazing has potential but is a victim of its hyped up marketing and visual splendor.
Cult classic JPRG Elona’s “sequel” Elona 2 is not a real sequel and uses the name without permission, according to original developer
The indie developer behind the cult roguelike JRPG Elona has addressed an upcoming mobile game titled Elona 2 which claims to be a "sequel."
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Sentinel Girls sequel Snezhinka: Sentinel Girls 2 to release in August with online ranking system, new cards and weapons
Snezhinka: Sentinel Girls 2 keeps Marfusha's winning formula of high-tempo shooting battles, adding a Challenge Mode, new cards & more weapons
Borderlands: What exactly are Vaults?
Vaults are a vital part of the Borderlands universe and lore- here's how these alien treasure troves became so sort after by Vault Hunters.
Tekken 8 developer Katsuhiro Harada reveals details about his fighting stick of choice
In response to questions from fans, Tekken 8 producer Katshuhiro Harada has spilled the beans on what fighting stick he uses.
Evotinction is a love letter to Hideo Kojima and the Metal Gear series, director says
The director of Spikewave Games' upcoming sci-fi stealth game discusses its complex AI enemies, hacking gameplay and Metal Gear inspirations.
Tango Gameworks taken over and “revived” by PUBG publisher Krafton, with plans to expand Hi-Fi Rush IP
Two months after its abrupt closure, Tango Gameworks is being brought back to life by Korean publisher Krafton.
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Capcom responds to inquiry about lowering PC game prices in emerging countries
Capcom representative comment on the possibility of lowering PC game prices in emerging markets as a way to boost sales.
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Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster lets you be a skateboarding Licker right out of Resident Evil
Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster digital deluxe DLC content includes a creepy Resident Evil Licker costume for Frank West...
Shin Megami Tensei meets Slay the Spire in upcoming Japanese RPG deckbuilder UNDER WORLD
Upcoming Japanese indie game UNDER WORLD is inspired by its solo creator's love of Shin Megami Tensei and Slay the Spire.
Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster will not award “Erotica” points for taking cleavage and crotch photos like original
Capcom's Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster will do away with one of the original game's more perverted mechanics, Erotica PP.
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The Exit 8 tops 1 million downloads and makes debut on PS5 and PS4
Indie hit The Exit 8 has just been released on PlayStation, with the first official Exit 8 merchandise going on sale later this month.
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC highlighted by Bandai Namco as contributor to highest quarterly sales in the company’s history
After selling 5 million copies in just 3 days, the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC has Bandai Namco revising its financial forecasts.
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Bandai silently announces Dragon Ball Project: Multi, a new free-to-play MOBA game
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced the release and open beta test of Dagon Ball Project: Multi, a new 4v4 free-to-play title.
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No one was ready for Mecha BREAK’s character creator to be that pretty, and it’s safe to say it has contributed to the closed playtest’s impressive numbers
Amazing Seasun Games' free-to-play mech shooter Mecha BREAK has attracted an impressive number of players with both its gameplay and visuals.
- ByAmber V