• GTA 6 Brings Back A Fascinating San Andreas Feature

    GTA 6 Brings Back A Fascinating San Andreas Feature
    Grand Theft Auto 6 is just two months away, and although the game has suffered some "heartbreaking" leaks recently, Rockstar Games is slowly peeling back the curtain on the year's most anticipated release. Now, a new deep dive has revealed that a feature from San Andreas is returning--and it sounds better than ever.In Dazed magazine's Autumn 2026 Issue, some key figures from the Rockstar Games team opened up about what you can expect when GTA 6 hits PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on November
  • GTA 6’s Jason Has A Case Of Bane-itis

    GTA 6’s Jason Has A Case Of Bane-itis
    Netflix's extended Grand Theft Auto 6 preview has arrived, and players are already dissecting the footage to glean new details about Rockstar Games' heavily anticipated sequel. So far, the response has been largely positive except in regards to the voice of Jason Duval, the game's co-leading antihero.
    One of the common complaints about Jason on social media is that he's difficult to understand for some listeners. This has drawn some comparison's to Tom Hardy's nearly incompressible Bane voice in
  • GTA 6 Has A Red Dead 2 Honor-Style System Tracking How Violent You Are

    GTA 6 Has A Red Dead 2 Honor-Style System Tracking How Violent You Are
    Following Grand Theft Auto 6's over-the-top Netflix gameplay reveal, Rockstar Games detailed one of the game's most important systems. Building on the traditional Wanted system from previous Grand Theft Auto titles and the Honor system from Red Dead Redemption 2, GTA 6 introduces a Criminal Profile system that tracks how violently players handle their crime sprees.The interview confirmed that the traditional Wanted system does return when you're spotted committing a crime in GTA 6. To shake off
  • GTA 6 Story Is About “Whether Love Can Survive Through This Storm”

    GTA 6 Story Is About “Whether Love Can Survive Through This Storm”
    Grand Theft Auto VI has finally had its big gameplay reveal. That included more details about the story, which centers heavily on the relationship between Jason and Lucia, and how it'ss impacted by their life of crime."We’re trying to reflect a sort of crazy, warped version of this American state and city--we always try to do that,” Rockstar North's Rob Nelson told the New York Times. "I think this story has--if you want it--themes of hopefulness, elements of sacrifice versus selfish
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  • GTA 6 Map Is 3X Bigger Than Red Dead Redemption 2’s

    GTA 6 Map Is 3X Bigger Than Red Dead Redemption 2’s
    Rockstar has shared more details about its long-awaited and heavily hyped Grand Theft Auto 6, and one key piece of information is that the game's map is apparently three times bigger than Red Dead Redemption 2's. The game takes players back to Vice City, a stand-in for Miami. Players will also be able to explore the surrounding areas.A New York Times report featuring interviews with Rockstar's developers said, "The overall map, the studio said, is three times as large as the playable area of its
  • GTA 6 Returns To Six-Star Wanted Levels

    GTA 6 Returns To Six-Star Wanted Levels
    Rockstar's GTA games had six-star wanted levels until GTA 5 dropped it down to five, and now Rockstar is returning to its roots by going back to six with GTA 6. How fitting.This was confirmed in the GTA 6 Netflix gameplay video today. We don't know exactly what Jason and Lucia will need to do to achieve a six-star wanted level, but it will no doubt be the worst of the worst crimes.
    A logo showed in the GTA 6 trailer also suggests there will be icons for specific crimes that players commit. The
  • GTA 6 Skipping PC At Launch And Having No Online Right Away Is Good, Helldivers Boss Says

    GTA 6 Skipping PC At Launch And Having No Online Right Away Is Good, Helldivers Boss Says
    The CEO of Helldivers studio Arrowhead Game Studios has commented on the upcoming launch of GTA 6, saying he's happy there will be no PC version or online mode at launch, because that will help Helldivers 2 "keep crushing it."In a statement to press, Sham Jorjani said Rockstar makes "ridiculous, high-effort stuff, and it's awesome that games like this get made." He said he's selfishly happy that the game won't be on PC at launch, nor will there be an online mode right away.
    "It means Helldivers
  • Exterminauts Devs Talk Helldivers Comparisons And How It Separates Itself

    Exterminauts Devs Talk Helldivers Comparisons And How It Separates Itself
    If you saw footage of Exterminauts come out of Gamescom this week, then you might have thought it bore some resemblance to Helldivers 2. The two games are both cooperative PvE shooters with an assortment of powerful weapons to use and creatures to battle, but the team at Behaviour Interactive believe Exterminauts stands out in several key ways.
    Speaking to GameSpot at Gamescom, creative director Vincent Regimbart acknowledged that there are definitely similarities in the two games, but also a fe
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  • Devolver Digital Reveals Its GTA 6 Competitor, And It’s A Remaster Of A Nonexistent Remake

    Devolver Digital Reveals Its GTA 6 Competitor, And It’s A Remaster Of A Nonexistent Remake
    Few game companies are brave enough to go head-to-head with the release of Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto 6, but that's exactly what publisher Devolver Digital is doing with the launch of Volvy's Adventure: Reslimed on November 19.Billed as a "remaster of the second remake of the original monochrome action-platformer starring the most famous video game mascot of all time," Volvy's Adventure is actually almost none of those things. The original "Volvy's Adventure" doesn't exist. This isn't a remaste
  • Xbox CEO Plays Coy About Whether Elder Scrolls 6 Will Skip PlayStation

    Xbox CEO Plays Coy About Whether Elder Scrolls 6 Will Skip PlayStation
    Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has suggested Microsoft could make more exclusive games again, but will The Elder Scrolls 6 be among them? We still don't know, but that's the question the BBC asked Sharma at Gamescom this week. But first, Sharma discussed her thoughts generally about exclusives, and how every platform, in her estimation, needs some form of exclusive content to grow."We are increasingly going to be one of the largest platforms in the world. Every platform needs some form of exclusive experi
  • The Most Expensive Xbox Ever Sold Out, And People Are Already Flipping It For Thousands

    The Most Expensive Xbox Ever Sold Out, And People Are Already Flipping It For Thousands
    Microsoft opened up preorders for its limited-edition 25th-Anniversary Xbox Series X, and within a minute, the most expensive Xbox ever sold out. While units will likely make their ways into the hands of Xbox fans with deep pockets, it looks like scalpers have also snatched up units, and as you'd expect, they're expecting to make a big payday by flogging them on sites like eBay.A quick look at the commerce platform reveals dozens of the rare Xbox Series X consoles have been listed, with pri
  • Germany’s President Warns Of Downsides To Gaming, Including Games With “Extremist Ideologies”

    Germany’s President Warns Of Downsides To Gaming, Including Games With “Extremist Ideologies”
    This year's Gamescom event is underway in Cologne, Germany, and now the country's president, Frank-Walter Steinmeier--speaking at the event itself--warned people to consider the downsides to gaming. He also said gaming is great and has lots of positive effects on people and society.
    As reported by DPA International, he said video games have "become so ubiquitous," so it's only prudent to "discuss the downsides of this development." He said people should look at video games "objectively, honestly
  • Star Wars: Galactic Racer Wants To Break Racing Games Out Of Their Comfort Zone

    Star Wars: Galactic Racer Wants To Break Racing Games Out Of Their Comfort Zone
    Great racing games have an x-factor that sets them apart from their peers, but you could argue that the genre hasn't meaningfully evolved over the decades. Star Wars: Galactic Racer aims to change that perception, as the new title from developer Fuse Games looks to other genres for inspiration. While it might look like a spiritual successor to 1999's Star Wars Episode 1: Pod Racer, Galactic Racer adds in some roguelite flavor and a dash of Burnout to its take on high-speed competition in a galax
  • If You Thought Console Prices Were Too High, Things Could Get Even Worse

    If You Thought Console Prices Were Too High, Things Could Get Even Worse
    Video game console price increases could be back on the menu, as the Trump administration is reportedly weighing implementing a new round of tariffs on imported computer chips.According to Politico, the administration is considering expanding the number of tech products subject to the duties, and they could include everyday electronics that use these chips--including gaming consoles, data center servers, and laptops. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is reportedly aiming to use these tariff
  • GTA 6 Netflix Trailer’s Beefy Runtime Revealed, Footage Captured On PS5

    GTA 6 Netflix Trailer’s Beefy Runtime Revealed, Footage Captured On PS5
    At long last, Rockstar will lift the veil on GTA 6 today, August 27, via an "Extended Look" on Netflix. But how long will the broadcast be? Now we know.According to an updated listing for the showcase on the Netflix app, the Extended Look event will run for 26 minutes. That's pretty significant, but it should be, given Rockstar and Netflix are calling it "extended."
    This suggest it's more than a trailer but instead a proper deep dive into the world of GTA 6. That's exciting news for fans, as Roc
  • Elden Ring’s Messmer The Impaler Actor Is Reportedly In The Running To Be The Next James Bond

    Elden Ring’s Messmer The Impaler Actor Is Reportedly In The Running To Be The Next James Bond
    Following the report that said Battlefield 1's Jack Lowden is circling the role of James Bond for the next 007 movie, it’s now rumored that another actor who appeared in a video game, Jack Barton, could be in the mix as well.PageSix reported that Bond 26 director Denis Villeneuve and casting director Nina Gold are looking at a "stream of unknowns" to play James Bond next. One such person is Barton, who played Messmer the Impaler in Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree expansion.That is Barto
  • Xbox Won’t Say If Project Helix Has A Disc Drive, But It’s Not Giving Up On Physical Games Yet

    Xbox Won’t Say If Project Helix Has A Disc Drive, But It’s Not Giving Up On Physical Games Yet
    Sony has already confirmed that it's headed toward an all-digital future soon, but what about Xbox and its next-gen console, Project Helix? In a new interview, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma didn't give any concrete answers about whether Project Helix will have a disc drive, instead focusing on the topic of next-gen hardware affordability."This next generation, we have to be thinking about efficiency and affordability alongside performance," Sharma said to the BBC. "All of the industry needs to
  • GTA 6 Wants To Remind You That Looks Matter In The Influencer Hustle Of Vice City

    GTA 6 Wants To Remind You That Looks Matter In The Influencer Hustle Of Vice City
    Ahead of today's GTA 6 Extended Preview on Netflix, developer Rockstar Games has revealed plenty of new details on the highly anticipated open-world game. In a new interview, Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson divulged how the game, similar to GTA: San Andreas, will require you to take good care of the protagonists Jason and Lucia, as the duo will need to engage in exercise, healthy eating, and relaxation if they want to stay in shape. Just like real life, but with more immediate gains.Get
  • Former PlayStation Studios President Praises Xbox’s Solution To A Digital-Only Future

    Former PlayStation Studios President Praises Xbox’s Solution To A Digital-Only Future
    Former President of PlayStation Studios, Shuhei Yoshida, has praised Microsoft's recently announced disc-to-digital program, writing that it is a "great move by team Xbox."The former executive posted his opinion on the program on X with no other commentary, but it's a notable remark given how much of Yoshida's career was spent at Xbox's main competitor. That's especially true when you consider the differences in approach Microsoft and Sony seem to be taking as we march towards an all-digital fut
  • GTA 6 Extended Look: How To Watch, What To Expect, And More

    GTA 6 Extended Look: How To Watch, What To Expect, And More
    The countdown to Grand Theft Auto 6 is winding down, and ahead of its launch in November, developer Rockstar Games has a new look at the game on the way. But unlike other trailers or developer previews, this one won't be dropping on YouTube first, as Netflix has an exclusive on it for several hours. If you're planning to watch--and you have a Netflix subscription--here's everything you need to know about the upcoming GTA 6 preview.When to watch on NetflixGrand Theft Auto 6: An Extended Look will
  • It’s A Good Week If You Like Games That Let You Play As An Animal

    It’s A Good Week If You Like Games That Let You Play As An Animal
    After Gamescom Opening Night Live and the Future Games Show, we can't help noticing that there are multiple titles coming up that let players either assume control of an animal or play anthropomorphic characters who resemble human/animal hybrids. To keep track of these upcoming titles, we ran down a full list of animal-centric games below.
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JuYhh4zSTlA
    AmphibianDeveloper: Jarcorp InteractiveSystems: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, SwitchRelease Date: 2028Amphib
  • Portal-Like Shooter Splitgate Died Once, And It’s Dying Again … Kind Of

    Portal-Like Shooter Splitgate Died Once, And It’s Dying Again … Kind Of
    Some games just aren't long for this world, and that’s exactly the case with the Portal-like and Halo-like shooter Splitgate: Arena Reloaded, which is getting put on a form of life support starting in early September.Developer 1047 Games took to X on August 26 to announce the news. In a lengthy statement, the team shared that active development for Splitgate: Arena Reloaded is ending, effective immediately. At the same time, the team's other game, the 6v6 Titanfall-like movement shooter Em
  • All The Goth Girlies Who Loved American McGee’s Alice Need To See This Game

    All The Goth Girlies Who Loved American McGee’s Alice Need To See This Game
    Now that Gamescom has kicked off, a seemingly endless barrage of new game trailers are hitting social media, and it's easy for smaller projects to get lost in the shuffle. But as a longtime fan of American McGee's Alice (and someone who still hasn't stopped mourning the franchise's undeserved fate), one title from today's Find Your Next Game showcase immediately caught my eye: Cutout, a 2D side-scrolling action game in which you play a paper doll with the power to snip off and steal the limbs of
  • GTA 6 Wants You To Reconsider Doing What Everyone Does In Grand Theft Auto

    GTA 6 Wants You To Reconsider Doing What Everyone Does In Grand Theft Auto
    A new deep dive has dropped with some fascinating takeaways from Rockstar Games on the most anticipated release of the year, Grand Theft Auto 6. We've learned a lot already, including a feature returning from San Andreas and how switching between the two protagonists works. Now, we're finding out that you might want to reconsider going on those classic GTA rampages when this new GTA hits PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on November 19.In the Autumn 2026 Issue of Dazed magazine, some Rockstar Ga
  • Unlike The Big Console Makers, Playdate Is Refunding You Those Tariff Fees

    Unlike The Big Console Makers, Playdate Is Refunding You Those Tariff Fees
    As with so many other companies, including video game console makers, Panic increased the price of its Playdate handheld when US President Donald Trump implemented sweeping tariffs. When those tariffs were deemed unlawful and refunds become available to companies, most kept the money for themselves--but Panic has now confirmed it will be passing those refunds on to customers.Word of the refunds was emailed out to impacted customers recently. In the email, Panic explained how it had charged extra
  • How Switching Between GTA 6’s Two Protagonists Works

    How Switching Between GTA 6’s Two Protagonists Works
    Despite the "heartbreaking" leaks plaguing Rockstar Games right now, the team is speaking a bit more about what you can expect when Grand Theft Auto 6 hits PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on November 19. This includes detailing how switching between the dual protagonists, Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos, works.British youth-culture magazine Dazed released its Autumn 2026 Issue, which features some fascinating quotes from key members of Rockstar Games' development team and some interesting tidbit
  • This D&D Game Made A Better First Impression Than Warlock

    This D&D Game Made A Better First Impression Than Warlock
    Most Dungeons & Dragons games over the years have put you in the shoes of an adventurer who sets out to explore a fantasy world, defeat dangerous monsters, and bask in the riches you're rewarded. But what about the people those adventurers interact with during their journey? In Dungeons & Dragons: Long Rest Tavern, you'll have the chance to experience a very different side of D&D, running an inn full of weary travelers who just want a nap and some beer.
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  • GTA 6 Spoilers Are Part Of The Latest Gameplay Leak

    GTA 6 Spoilers Are Part Of The Latest Gameplay Leak
    The latest gameplay leak for GTA 6 has arrived, and it contains new story spoilers. As such, if you care about that and spend time on the internet, be prepared to scroll away fast if something that looks like GTA 6 comes across your feed.Read on for more information about the latest leak.For about a week, most of the GTA 6 gameplay leaks focused on the playable character Jason, prompting people to wonder about the other playable character, Lucia. Well, the new leak, reportedly from the game's pr
  • Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 Is Out This October With A Very Special Guest

    Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 Is Out This October With A Very Special Guest
    Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 is one of the most highly anticipated games in the entire Warhammer franchise, and we'll be able to play it very soon. Even better, it's going to feature a guest appearance by one of the most legendary composers in the history of first-person shooters.
    On October 14, Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 will release across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a Switch 2 release to follow "shortly after" the other versions, according to the official announcement.https://www.youtu
  • More People Watch Hockey Thanks To Heated Rivalry, And This New Game Hopes To Benefit

    More People Watch Hockey Thanks To Heated Rivalry, And This New Game Hopes To Benefit
    Savage Planet series developer Raccoon Logic announced a new game at Gamescom today, and it's not what anyone would expect.Breakaway Hockey League is a new "high-skill" 4v4 ice hockey game with five-minute matches, ranked play, and what the studio called "larger-than-life spectacle."
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIqv5Qg2Tmo&t=1s
    In development for PC, Breakaway Hockey League has players controlling just one member of the team, not the entire lineup like you might find in EA's NHL series.

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