Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test Codes Being Sent Out

Last month, FromSoftware announced the Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test would begin in February. Well, we’re close to the midway point of the month, and publisher Bandai Namco has started sending emails with the code for the test. The Network Test will have five sessions this month (viaWario64), with the first one starting on February 14. Elden Ring Nightreign Is Scrapping Popular Souls Feature Elden Ring Nightreign is cutting the messenger feature that has been a major part of FromSoftware’s Souls games....

August 1, 2025 · 2 min · 308 words · Barbara Anderson

Elon Musk’s Neuralink Continues to be the World’s Most Unique Gaming Controller as New Civilisation 6 Claim Comes to Light

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Elon Musk-owned neurotechnology company Neuralink, which is working on implantable brain-computer interfaces, has been in the spotlight for a while, especially with how it could change the world of gaming and possibly replace controllers. Although that’s a long shot, the product has been allowing some specially abled people to play video games. The company has recently started its human trials, and the results of the trials have been fascinating, as the first patient claimed to be able to play games for hours, proving that the brain implant could be the most advanced and unique gaming controller ever seen....

August 1, 2025 · 4 min · 770 words · Kevin Santiago

Embracer Group Acquired Twelve Gaming Studios

Embracer Group keeps expanding its gaming studios across the worldby acquiring twelve new development teamsthat some of them might sound familiar to you. In the current state of the video game industry, it’s not that easy to find a company on the scale of Embracer Group. A mega-corporation formed up of six major publishers that each one owns dozens of studios and development teams. Currently, 58 studios are working directly under the wings of Embracer Group and twelve of them are new acquisitions....

August 1, 2025 · 2 min · 289 words · Lauren Smith

Fan-Made Video Puts Link, the "Hero of Hyrule," Into Overwatch

Before I go any further, let me reiterate: this video is completely unofficial. As far as I know, Nintendo and Blizzard have no intention of adding Link to the Switch’s version ofOverwatch. This is just a fan-made vision of what the Zelda character would look like if he were thrown into the world ofOverwatch. It’s still really cool, though. Link looks great here, and he actually seems like a great match forOverwatch....

August 1, 2025 · 2 min · 346 words · Stephen Morales

Final Fantasy 7 Figure Pre-Order Summons Sephiroth, Barret And Red XIII Into The Spotlight

Thanks to PlayStation’s recent State of Play, showcasing gameplay footage from the upcomingFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth, the hype surrounding the anticipated sequel has prompted the release of merchandise from the franchise, and these particular Bring Artsfiguresare not to be missed by fans. Continuing the remake of theoriginal 1997 game, Rebirth will return protagonist Cloud and villain Sephiroth to the forefront, alongside several supporting characters with real charm. Three of these beloved characters have become stunning Bring Arts figures in the brand’s recent pre-order wave and here’s how to secure your figure of Sephiroth, Barret, and Red XIII....

August 1, 2025 · 3 min · 616 words · Joseph Gray

Genshin Impact 2.4 Banner Rerun Characters & News And Event

miHoYo just held on December 26 the sneak peek Livestream forGenshin Impact update Version 2.4, Fleeting Colors in Flight, revealing which 5-star characters are getting banner reruns. We’ve translated below all the main details onGenshin Impact Version 2.4. This is what was revealed on the Japanese Twitter / Chinese Livestream and in the official English press release. Genshin Impact,since Version 2.3, introduced the Character Event Wish-2 system. Where two 5-star characters can get a simultaneous rerun....

August 1, 2025 · 6 min · 1154 words · John Garcia

God Of War Ragnarok: How To Beat Thor Part 1

Quick Links God of War Ragnarokhas arrived and sees us rejoin our heroes, Kratos and Atreus, deep inFimbulwinterand with years of training under their belts. This game brings inamazing charactersboth old and new for us to enjoy, and Santa Monica wastes no time making good on the Thor teaser seen at the end of the previous game. RELATED:God Of War Ragnarok - Tips & Tricks For Beginners Thor shows up at Kratos and Atreus’ house with mead and asks to join them inside....

August 1, 2025 · 4 min · 693 words · Lori Kim

God of War Studio Unceremoniously Shut Down As More Layoffs and Closures Sweep the Industry

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed In a surprising turn of events, Ready At Dawn Studios, known for notable titles such asGod of War: Chains of Olympus,God of War: Ghost of Sparta, etc., has shut down abruptly, leaving fans and the industry shocked. This closure highlights the current state of the gaming industry as the waves of layoffs and studio closures plagued the industry in recent years....

August 1, 2025 · 4 min · 746 words · Jeffrey Lee

Grim Guardians: Demon Purge Release Confirmed For February 2023

Inti Creates, the developer behind theGalGunfranchise, hasfinally announced the release datefor its upcoming multi-platform gameGrim Guardians: Demon Purge. Set to launch on February 23rd 2023, Grim Guardians: Demon Purge will be a run-and-gun action platformer spun directly off from GalGun, with gothic imagery, gameplay, and action inspired by fellow Japanese developer Konami’sCastlevaniaseries. Grim Guardians: Demon Purge stars the demon-hunting sisters Shinobu and Maya Kamizono, first seen inGal*Gun Double Peace, and is set shortly after the events of that game....

August 1, 2025 · 2 min · 426 words · Tiffany Mullins

Hi-Rez Studios Reportedly Laid Off "Dozens" From Smite Dev Team

While Smite 2 was just released last month, it seems all is not well with the developers, as a new report has surfaced statingHi-Rez Studioshas laid off staff members of the Smite development team. According to the report byGame Developer, “dozens” of developers from the Smite team have been impacted, with the developers sharing their predicament on social media. Rumbleverse Developer, Iron Galaxy Studios, Lays Off 66 Employees To “Enable Long-term Survival” Iron Galaxy Studios, the team behind Rumbleverse, has laid off 66 employees to avoid a company-wide shutdown and continue development into 2025....

August 1, 2025 · 3 min · 429 words · Joseph Mayer

How To Find Noise Caves In Minecraft 1.18

With Caves and Cliffs Part II finally here, there’s a lot of new content and features for players to discover. As made clear in the name of the update, one of the biggest changes comes to theMinecraftCave generation, which is now technically known as ‘Noise Caves’. If you’re eager to know more about what exactly a ‘Noise Cave’ is, we’ve put together everything you need to know. What Are Noise Caves InMinecraft?...

August 1, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Daniel Bell

I Really Miss The Chaos Of Those Silly Car Combat Games

I don’t know about you, but I love fast cars and massive explosions. When these two elements collide, it’s a very special kind of joy for me (unless it’s a Vin Diesel movie). Sadly, I can hardly remember the last time I indulged in a decent car combat game—a genre that was thriving around 15 years ago. From FlatOut and Crashday toBurnout: ParadiseandSplit/Second, I genuinely miss the golden age of vehicular action games, and it’s a shame that modern gaming doesn’t even try to revive the glory of those good old times....

August 1, 2025 · 5 min · 963 words · Jonathon Herrera

I'm Glad We're Getting A Full Year Without A Big Pokemon Release

I love Pokemon, and I’ve never kept that a secret. TheSwitchera of Pokemon games has been incredibly interesting to follow, as accusations of Game Freak not putting enough effort into each individual release began to ramp up. Some negativity was frivolous, such as the internet having a collective heart attack because one tree inSword & Shieldwasn’t in ultra-high definition, and sometimes the criticism was justified, like comments directed towards the abysmal framerate ofScarlet & Violet....

August 1, 2025 · 3 min · 515 words · Jason Johnson