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hellraiser revival puzzles solved with cube changes
a guide details all genesis configuration puzzles in hellraiser revival. players must change the cube to progress through the game's puzzles.
Nintendo
Bayonetta costumes added to Stellar Blade for Switch 2
PlatinumGames and Shift Up confirmed Bayonetta-inspired costumes for Stellar Blade. The new outfits will be available for Eve on the Nintendo Switch 2 at launch.
Why it matters: Players can customize their character with new visual options.
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PC
arc raiders sees spike in players after new update
arc raiders' 2.0 update has pushed concurrent player numbers to a seven-month peak on steam. the update includes a spider-man grappling hook, new map, and free weekend.
News
black myth sequel avoids ai tools for narrative depth
the developers of black myth: wukong's sequel are rejecting ai tools to focus on handcrafted storytelling. the decision is linked to a reference to nolan's the odyssey.
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arc raiders weapon amplification guide reveals endgame mechanics
arc raiders players can now amplify weapons through a new endgame system. the guide details how to access and use the feature, which adds new weapon stats and abilities.
Nintendo
aleste sequel arrives on switch in 2027
m2 is bringing senxin aleste to nintendo switch. the game launches in japan on march 18, 2027. it is a vertical-scrolling shooter originally released in 2021.
News
fc 27 playmaker reborn evolution features new midfielders
the latest update for fifa 27 adds 12 new players to the playmaker reborn evolution pack. these include players like jude bellingham and joshua kimmich.
News
gta 5 and halo now run in browsers
three major titles are playable in web browsers without installation. developers say this will stop once legal issues arise. no cost is mentioned.
Nintendo
nintendo switch demo list expands to include third-party titles
a list of switch demos now includes thousands of titles from nintendo and third-party developers. the list details which games have demos available.
News
dragon's dogma 2 treasure hunt guide reveals hidden location
a guide details the exact location of hal's treasure in dragon's dogma 2. players must navigate a specific area to find the item.
PC
dragon's dogma 2 lets players change armor looks
dragon's dogma 2 now lets players change armor appearance. the update adds transmog options for armor sets.
News
call of duty 4 wraps modern warfare reboot
the modern warfare reboot ends with call of duty 4. the story wraps up events from warzone's cutscenes. players are set up for the final chapter.
PC
risk of rain 2 adds hallowed concepts class
risk of rain 2 introduces a new class called hallowed concepts. players can access it through a new skill tree. the class focuses on summoning and area damage.
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Nintendo
zenonia remaster lands on switch in 2026
com2us will release a remastered version of zenonia on nintendo switch on october 21, 2026. the game originally launched as dsiware.
Nintendo
sonic racing crossworlds adds new characters and lowers price
sonic racing crossworlds is adding final fantasy 7, hello kitty and retro sega characters. the game is now permanently discounted.
Nintendo
dragon’s dogma 2 expansion arrives on switch 2
capcom released a launch trailer for dragon’s dogma 2: dark arisen. the expansion is available on nintendo switch 2 along with the base game.
News
arc raiders guide to final level
the final level of arc raiders, called when everything falls, requires players to navigate a collapsing environment. the guide outlines the necessary steps to complete the level successfully.
News
dragon's dogma 2 adds new quest guides and riddle solutions
dragon's dogma 2: dark arisen now includes detailed guides for commission supplies, summoning gagana, and solving norgan riddles. players can access these through the game's existing content.
News
nba 2k27 2ktv answers released in six episodes
the studio has released six episodes of 2ktv answers for nba 2k27. the content covers new features and gameplay changes. players can access the answers through the game's menu.
Nintendo
castlevania pre-load climbs in switch charts
castlevania: belmont’s curse has entered the top five on nintendo switch. pre-load numbers suggest it could reach number one soon.
News
sonic racing crossworlds adds cross titles
sonic racing crossworlds will feature cross titles including evangelion, ffvii, persona and sanrio. the game will include characters and settings from these franchises.
Nintendo
k-pop sim gets nintendo switch date
microids and old skull games are making a life sim and rhythm game for nintendo switch. the title, k-pop rising: dream to shine, will release on november 5, 2026.
PlayStation
final fantasy 7 revelation adds linear story segments
the game includes dramatic story-driven sections similar to the original. players can expect a mix of open-world exploration and scripted narrative beats.
News
magic: the gathering gets marvel darkhold destiny expansion
wizards of the coast announced a new 2027 expansion for magic: the gathering. the set features marvel characters like doctor strange and thor.
Nintendo
dragon’s dogma 2 gets switch 2 port with new expansion
capcom is bringing dragon’s dogma 2: dark arisen to switch 2 in october 2026. the game was initially released on other platforms in 2024.
Nintendo
lego one piece and pokemon tcg restocked with discounts
lego one piece and pokemon tcg prismatic evolutions are restocked with discounts. ps5, xbox and e shop gift cards are also on sale. deals run through the weekend.
Nintendo
Capcom Unveils Street Fighter 2 Car Giveaway With Gas Prize
Capcom is offering a real Street Fighter 2 bonus stage car and over $25,000 in gas money as prizes. The General is collaborating with Capcom on the promotion.
News
star wars racer character sparks online debate
a player's interaction with biddy blas in galactic racer has gone viral on gaming platforms. the character's behavior has led to a producer's public response.
News
acer gaming monitor now under $300 at walmart
a 27-inch qdoled monitor with 240hz refresh rate is available for $269 at walmart. it offers high brightness and color accuracy for gaming.
News
Skate Dev Acknowledges Modding Platform's Popularity
Full Circle confirmed ReSkate's modding success. The studio plans to add more creative tools in the future.
News
asus offers preowned gaming pc under $800
asus is selling a preowned xbox ally x with ryzen z2 processor for $790. it's priced lower than most handhelds. best buy is the retailer.
News
quest 3 hits 30% discount on ebay
ebay is offering the meta quest 3 512gb headset at 30% off. this price is lower than the original msrp even before recent price increases.
Mobile
Little Kitty Big City mobile versions launch next week
Little Kitty Big City mobile versions are set for release on Android and iOS next week. A crossover with Two Point Museum is included.
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dragon's dogma 2 guide reveals blackdog shield weakness
a guide explains how to break blackdog enemies' magick shields in dragon's dogma 2. the strategy involves using specific weapons and timing attacks.
News
ace combat 8 breaks franchise sales record
ace combat 8 sold more copies than any previous entry in the series. the success highlights player interest in both combat and narrative elements.
News
modern warfare 4 dmz mode opens early for preorders
call of duty: modern warfare 4's dmz mode will be playable three days before its official release. preorderers get early access to the campaign and dmz mode starting october 20.
News
vampire otome game arrives on pc
the red bell's lament, a vampire-themed otome game, is now available on steam. it marks the second voltage amulit title to transition from switch to pc.
News
arc raiders secret path requires puzzle-solving
a hidden path in arc raiders requires solving puzzles to unlock. the path leads to a secret area with new content.
News
gears of war e-day sales data revealed
microsoft's gears of war: e-day launched this week, with early sales figures showing strong demand. analysts suggest the game's success is influenced by game pass inclusion.
News
gears of war e-day underperforms on day one
gears of war: e-day sold fewer than 100,000 copies in its first week. day one game pass inclusion is blamed for the low sales.
Xbox
Modern Warfare 4's DMZ mode exits beta with early access
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's DMZ mode will leave beta on october 20, offering three days of early access. The mode is available to players who pre-ordered the game.
