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Ahead of almost any video game launch, reviewers and other select people are given early copies of a game in order to play and review them, with the caveat being that they are embargoed until a certain date and time. One of the most anticipated games of the year is …

It feels like only yesterday that the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S launched. In fact, the 9th-gen devices will soon be entering their third year on the market. Despite the high demand and low supply of consoles, both manufacturers have seemingly not been resting, with mid-gen upgrades for both …

Obsidian Entertainment’s relationship with the Fallout franchise can be traced all the way back to the inception of the very first game. Unfortunately, the studio has not made a Fallout title since the much-loved Fallout: New Vegas back in 2010. That being said, if given the opportunity, Obsidian Entertainment would …

Nearly two years on from its initial launch, PlayStation 5 consoles are still hard to find, with most retailers selling out new stock as quickly as it arrives. Though still plagued by supply issues due to global circumstances, Sony has managed to sell more than 2 million PS5 consoles in …

Video game consoles are much more than simple game-playing apparatus, they are multimedia systems offering games, films, shows, internet, and of course music. That being said, those subscribed to Apple’s Music subscription service have been unable to listen to music while gaming – at least on Xbox. Fortunately, this is …

After being locked to near-ancient hardware for years, Persona 3 and 4 are finally set to be unshackled from their reigns as the games are being released to all modern systems. That being said, while the PS5 will of course get Persona 3 and 4, the games will in fact …

One of the core advantages to owning a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S has been the fact that games which release on these new-gen systems typically offer multiple graphics options – allowing you to play at 30fps, 60fps and even beyond, depending on the game. Unfortunately, WB have now …

Microsoft and Sony have been going back and forth for a while now, taking jabs at one another especially when it comes to the state of Call of Duty should the Activision Blizzard acquisition by Microsoft go through. In response to Sony’s own statements on the matter, Microsoft has now …

Unlike Microsoft, which tries to unify the gaming experience no matter where you are playing, Sony continues to put more emphasis on console generations, especially when it comes to each console’s user interface. Though it was somewhat criticised at launch, the PS5’s software has seen a number of improvements – …

The Forza Horizon series has entertained fans for a decade now with fun and exciting open-worlds to explore and race in. Celebrating the series’ 10th anniversary, Forza Horizon 5 is getting a major update, featuring dozens of new additions. Making the announcement on their blog, Alan Walsh, the communications specialist …

Disney+ has quickly grown to become one of the biggest streaming services available. Despite this, those with a PlayStation have until now been limited to watching films and TV shows at 1080p – even though many of them were filmed in 4K. Nearly two years on from the system’s launch, …

Hermen Hulst, the head of Sony Interactive Entertainment Worldwide Studios, recently took part in a number of interviews where alongside confirming that live-service games will release day-and-date across PS5 and PC, it was stated that more cross-gen games could be on the way beyond God of War Ragnarök. Hermen Hulst …

Over the past few years, we have seen Sony slowly but surely bring its library of PlayStation exclusive games to PC. That being said, this process has been rather slow. Fortunately, future live-service titles will launch day-and-date across both PS5 and PC. Hermen Hulst, the head of Sony Interactive Entertainment …

Chivalry 2 is a fun and wacky multiplayer hack-and-slash action game in which you battle others online using medieval weaponry. Launching last year to great success, Chivalry 2 is now set to come to Xbox Game Pass across both console and PC – among a line-up of other fun titles. …

The original PlayStation VR felt in many ways like an experiment for Sony, with the console manufacturer dipping its toes into the VR market. Following the success of PSVR, Sony has announced a sequel headset is on its way, and according to reports, the manufacturer is planning to produce 2 …

PCSX2 is one of the most complete and impressive PS2 emulators currently available, allowing you to play over 99% of the console’s library with minimal-to-no issues. As part of the latest update, PCSX2 is now getting achievement support and more. Making the announcement on Twitter, the RetroAchievements team revealed that …

Each month, those with an Xbox Live Gold or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription are privy to receiving a number of free games. With Microsoft officially no longer offering OG Xbox and Xbox 360 titles as part of Games with Gold, those who are subscribed can look forward to receiving …

After more than 10 years on the market, Todd Howard is somehow still able to find new ways to sell Skyrim to fans in 2022. After releasing on other platforms late last year, Skyrim: Anniversary Edition is now available on Nintendo Switch. Making the surprise announcement on Twitter, the official …

Each month, those with a PlayStation Plus Essentials subscription are given access to a list of ‘free’ games spanning across both PS4 and PS5 generations. For the month of October, players will be able to gain access to a number of varied releases, including the latest Hot Wheels Unleashed. Making …

While the legalities surrounding Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard continues to be figured out, the console manufacturer has not been keeping its eggs in one singular basket, with Microsoft reportedly looking to the East for potential studio acquisitions. As part of the latest episode of the Giant Bombcast podcast, industry …

Grounded is one of the more interesting titles published by Xbox Game Studios. Developed by Obsidian Entertainment, this ‘Honey I Shrunk the Kids’ styled survival game has spent the past many years in Early Access. Two years on and 10 million players later, Grounded has officially gone 1.0. Alongside a …

Supermassive Games has spent the past few years expanding its Dark Pictures Anthology of titles, with the series now spanning across two console generations. In order to make for a more cohesive package, a number of entries in the Dark Pictures Anthology now have bespoke PS5 and Xbox Series X|S …

Xbox has just released a new colour option for the Xbox wireless controller. The new colour named Mineral Camo is the fourth out of the camo series, which already includes Night Ops Camo, Arctic Camo and Daystrike Camo. In addition, Razer is also launching a matching charging stand. The new …

It appears that the PS5 has quietly received a pretty big update. New units now shipping in some parts of the world feature an updated Oberon Plus SoC, based on TSMC's N6 process node. 

Ahead of its release on the 21st of October, pre-orders for the PS5, Xbox, PC and Switch versions of Persona 5 Royal have gone live. As part of this however, it has been discovered that the PlayStation 5 release of Persona 5 Royal will not offer cross-saves with the previous-gen …

Microsoft keeps its game consoles up to date with consistent software patches. The September patch – officially available now – brings with it some long-requested Quality of Life improvements, including a full library revamp. Making the announcement on the Xbox Blog, Jonathan Hildebrandt, the Principal Group Program Manager at Xbox …

For many, a console’s start-up sound can bring with it excitement and emotion as the jingle lets you know that it’s time to game. For some however, the noise is obtrusive and loud and serves no real purpose. For the latter kind, Microsoft has announced that you will be able …

God of War Ragnarök is one of the most anticipated games still to release in 2022. Ahead of the game’s launch on the 9th of November, the file size for God of War Ragnarok has been revealed – and it’s a big step up from the last game. As reported …

Xbox systems have suffered from some DRM-related issues in the past, with the company’s consoles requiring an online connection in many instances in order to play even single player titles. Fortunately, a new update to the Xbox family of devices has made the system’s DRM much less intrusive. As discovered …

Earlier this year we reported that Sony’s revitalised PlayStation Plus service – namely the Premium tier – ran into some issues when the service’s PS1 titles did not adhere to the correct region settings for players, making for a less-than-stellar experience. After announcing that they would fix the issue, we …