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It will be available on Xbox Series X / S, PC and Game Pass. Gaming 

‘”Forza Motorsport” Set to Launch on October 10th

Nitin Misra,

During the Summer Game Fest, Microsoft revealed that Forza Motorsport, which has been delayed for a long time, will finally be released on October 10th. Originally scheduled for a spring launch, the eighth installment in Turn 10 Studios’ series was postponed until later in 2023 in January. The developer says Forza Motorsport makes the most of the latest Xbox and PC hardware to deliver the franchise’s most immersive experience yet. It introduces 100 new vehicles among the game’s 500+ cars. The racing game will be released for Xbox Series X…

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The game briefly inspired countless mobile clones. Gaming 

‘Unpacking’ App to be Available on Phones and Tablets Later in 2021

Febin Mathew, , ,

Unpacking, which made its debut on PC in fall 2021, is now set to launch on mobile devices. Witch Beam Games, the developer of the popular game, announced during the Wholesome Direct showcase that it will release the game on phones and tablets later this year. While the studio did not specify the exact release date or whether the game will be available on both iOS and Android, the trailer suggests that it will be available on Apple devices. Hope you all were paying attention during #WholesomeDirect, because we had…

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The girl left only Rs. 5 in her mother's bank account after making all her online game purchases. (Pexels) Gaming 

Girl Spends Over 5 Million Rupees on Online Gaming, Leaving Mother with Just Rs. 5

Nitin Misra, ,

A 13-year-old girl from China has caused her mother to suffer financial hardship due to her addiction to online gaming and in-app purchases. The girl reportedly stole a staggering amount of 449,500 yuan (Rs. 51,98,671) from her mother over a period of four months, according to a report by South China Morning Post. This incident highlights the dangers of excessive online gaming and the need for parents to monitor their children’s activities. How a 13-year-old girl spent huge sums on online gambling The mother of the girl, named Wang, only…

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There’s a real-time strategy feel to completing the levels. Gaming 

Hack-and-Slash Meets Tactical Time Travel in ‘Lysfanga’

Adriana Marais, ,

Although Lysfanga’s isometric views may remind players of Hades, the gameplay of this game is unique. While players will still engage in combat with monsters and foes, the main character Imë has the added ability to manipulate time and redo battles with different strategies. In subsequent attempts, Imë’s shadow from the previous timeline will also join in the fight against enemies. This feature is reminiscent of the ghost characters in racing games like Mario Kart and Gran Turismo, but in a cooperative rather than competitive manner. The goal is to…

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But we got a closer look at the second chapter. Gaming 

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth: Release Date Pushed Back to Early 2024

Febin Mathew,

The ultimate announcement of Summer Game Fest was the follow-up to Final Fantasy VII Remake, known as Rebirth. This highly anticipated sequel will feature Cloud, Aerith, and their companions venturing beyond Midgar, with expanded areas for exploration that harness the capabilities of the PS5. However, the beginning of the trailer teases alternate timelines and events once more, as the highway collapse (the end of FF7: Remake) shows injured party members being stretched out in helicopters before returning to more familiar story beats for anyone who’s played. original. We get flashbacks…

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Kiryu has some new fighting skills that look a little… familiar Gaming 

‘Yakuza: Like A Dragon Gaiden’ Brings Back Kiryu on November 9th 2023

Adarsh V.K, ,

Sega has announced that the Yakuza series, which follows the story of Japanese gangsters, will continue with Like a Dragon 8. Additionally, the company has hinted at a new title that will focus on the protagonist from the first six games, Kiryu Kazuma, although he will not be referred to by name. The awkwardly titled Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name centers on Kiryu who, after faking his death, is back on the mean, incredibly reflective streets of Japan. According to leaks from earlier this week, it…

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‘Summerhill’ has no release date, but it looks pretty chill. Gaming 

Developers of ‘Alto’s Adventure’ Reveal New Game Focused on Sheep Herding

Adriana Marais, ,

If you are familiar with the calming Alto series, you will feel right at home with Summerhill. The game heavily focuses on a peaceful countryside environment, allowing players to solve puzzles at their leisurely pace. The graphics are reminiscent of the Alto series and other popular indie games such as Monument Valley. Additionally, Todd Baker, the composer of Monument Valley 2, has created a “folk-inspired” soundtrack for Summerhill. On the gameplay side, the developer promises “flowing herding-based gameplay” and “gentle problem-solving” as well as a narrative mystery about the landscape’s…

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Fortnite Wilds starts on June 9th. Gaming 

Fortnite’s Upcoming Season Includes Transformers and Rideable Raptors

Sanjay Patil, , ,

Fortnite fans brace yourselves as Epic Games prepares to devastate the game’s island once more. The upcoming season, named Fortnite Wilds, is set to launch on June 9th, and a cinematic trailer was unveiled during Summer Game Fest Live. This time, Epic is renovating the island by knocking down its center and revealing a jungle. You can ride colorful velociraptors and explore ancient ruins. Mud and vines also play their role in the season. Somehow this all ties into the Transformers collaboration when Optimus Prime shows up. The new Transformers…

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It's due to hit consoles and PC on September 19th. Gaming 

Try Out the New Goth Pinocchio Game ‘Lies of P’ with the Demo Version

Febin Mathew, ,

Lies of P is a sinister, steampunk interpretation of the Pinocchio tale, set to release on PC, PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S (including Game Pass) on September 19th. A demo is currently accessible on all platforms until June 27th, requiring an internet connection and free of charge. Lies of P is a prolific South Korean publisher and developer called Neowiz. The studio describes the game as a Souls-style action experience with an all dark fantasy feel. The latest trailer for Lies of P, which premiered during…

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It's based on a short manga series written back in 2000. Gaming 

Dragon Ball Creator Akira Toriyama’s Manga Inspires New Adventure Game ‘Sand Land’

Febin Mathew, ,

During this year’s Summer Games Fest, Geoff Keighley hinted at a game featuring characters from a renowned manga artist, and it turned out to be true. Bandai Namco has developed Sand Land, an adventure game that showcases character designs by Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dragon Ball’s Goku, the art of the Dragon Quest series, the characters of Chrono Trigger, and many other manga titles. Sand Land was originally a brief manga series penned by Toriyama in 2000, but it has now been transformed into a game. (The trailer even…

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The game launches this fall on PC and consoles. Gaming 

‘Sonic Superstars’ Revamps Classic Gameplay with a Contemporary Twist

Jim Hendler, ,

Sonic the Hedgehog is making a comeback with a fresh appearance. The beloved character from Sega Genesis, along with his companions, will feature in Sonic Superstars, a modern version of the 2D platform game series that replaces the traditional 16-bit visuals with a contemporary design. The game’s trailer begins by showing a cartoon hedgehog completing the Green Hill Zone in the 1991 original, only to find himself in a split-screen view that catapults into the 2023 standard. In addition to updated graphics, the title introduces familiar gameplay, some new gimmicks,…

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The sequel will hit PS5, Xbox Series X and PC on October 17th. Gaming 

Gameplay of ‘Alan Wake II’ Reveals Saga Battling a Resurrected Victim of Homicide

Adarsh V.K, ,

After much anticipation, the sequel to Alan Wake is confirmed to be released in October. During Summer Game Fest Live, Remedy creative director Sam Lake provided additional information and showcased fresh gameplay footage. Remedy’s first survival horror game features two main characters. Newcomer Saga Anderson, an FBI agent, joins Alan Wake this time. Lake revealed that there will be a 50-50 split between each character’s story. You start the game as Saga and can switch between him and Alan at certain points during the game. Saga and his partner travel…

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Pre-orders for the PS5 exclusive open on June 16th. Gaming 

‘Spider-Man 2’ to be released on October 20th

Nitin Misra, , , ,

Insomniac, the developer behind Spider-Man 2, announced the release date for the highly anticipated game during Summer Game Fest 2023. The PS5 exclusive is set to hit shelves on October 20th, a date that Brian Horton, a member of the Insomniac team, expressed great confidence in. In the sequel to the 2018 original, Peter Parker and Miles Morales team up in a GTA V-style character swap. “In the open world, you can switch almost instantly between [Peter and Miles] as you explore Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn,” Insomniac’s James Stevenson wrote…

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Get in the truck, we're going zombie hunting. Gaming 

John Carpenter’s ‘Toxic Commando’ Brings Multiplayer Mayhem to PS5, PC and Xbox

Sanjay Patil, , ,

John Carpenter, known for his exceptional horror films such as Halloween, The Thing, Christine, and They Live, is considered a contemporary master of the genre. In the recent Summer Games Fest, Focus Home Entertainment and Saber Interactive revealed that his distinct zompocalyptic style will be available on Xbox X|S, the Epic Games Store, and Playstation 5 in 2024 with the launch of John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando. Based on the trailer that debuted Thursday, the premise of the game is straightforward: you see a zombie, shoot it until it stops twitching.…

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This time you'll rescue the Prince, not play as him. Gaming 

‘Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown’ Set to Release in 2024 as a Metroidvania-style Platformer

Jim Hendler, ,

The fate of Ubisoft’s Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake remains uncertain, but fans of the franchise can now look forward to a new side story. At Summer Games Fest 2023, Ubisoft revealed Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, an action-adventure platformer that draws inspiration from the Metroidvania structure. Presenting: Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, an action-adventure platformer game set in a mythological Persian world. The new #PrinceofPersia releases on January 18th, 2024 on all platforms. See more gameplay at #UbiForward pic.twitter.com/RoUNyswdtV — Ubisoft (@Ubisoft) June 8, 2023…

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There’s also a new game mode and color swap options. Gaming 

Usagi Yojimbo to Feature in ‘TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge’ DLC

Jim Hendler,

Later this year, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, a highly acclaimed beat ’em up game, will receive a substantial DLC from developer Tribute Games and publisher Dotemu. The Dimension Shellshock DLC will introduce a new game mode, fresh color variations for playable characters, and new playable characters, including the legendary comic book samurai Miyamoto Usagi from Usagi Yojimbo. For the uninitiated, Miyamoto Usagi is a samurai rabbit, although he has often been associated with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in several cartoon series and several animated series. Technically, Usagi…

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Is 'Hideo Kojima: Connecting Worlds' the first strand-type film? Gaming 

Explore the Making of ‘Death Stranding’ with Hideo Kojima Documentary

Nitin Misra,

Hideo Kojima, a highly acclaimed video game designer, will be the subject of an upcoming documentary. The trailer for Hideo Kojima: Connecting Worlds provides a glimpse of what viewers can expect. Kojima wrote on Twitter that the film offers a behind-the-scenes look at the development of Death Stranding, as well as “footage from the early days of our independent studio, memories of my childhood and my creative journey.” The trailer sums it all up and suggests that the film is a celebration of Kojima and his work. Friends, collaborators and…

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The publisher also teased more info coming in September about the long-delayed game. Gaming 

Paradox Interactive to Provide Refunds for Pre-Orders of ‘Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2’

Jim Hendler, ,

Today, Paradox Interactive declared that it will reimburse all physical pre-orders for Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2. The sequel to the 2004 fan-favorite game has faced numerous delays and was last available for pre-sales in early 2021. Paradox revealed that it was ending its partnership with developer Hardsuit Labs and postponing the game’s release date indefinitely. Nevertheless, there is a possibility that those who have been waiting for the game may receive good news in September, as the publisher hinted at more updates about the vampire-themed game. Paradox says…

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The series stars Rosario Dawson, Lars Mikkelsen, David Tennant and others. Gaming 

Disney+ to Launch ‘Star Wars: Ahsoka’ on August 23rd

Adarsh V.K, , ,

The Star Wars: Ahsoka series, which fans have been eagerly anticipating, will premiere on Disney+ on August 23rd. The show is set in the same timeline as The Mandalorian, but features a character who has been around since the prequels. Ahsoka Tano, a former Jedi Knight, made her debut in the Star Wars: Clone Wars animated series and has since appeared in Star Wars: Rebels. She was finally brought to life in live action in season two of The Mandalorian and the first season of The Book of Boba Fett.…

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Some major publishers will be at the event, but not all of them. Gaming 

2023 Summer Game Festival Announced

Sanjay Patil, , ,

Due to the pandemic’s impact on development schedules and the success of other events like The Game Awards, E3 has been canceled this year. This has raised expectations for Summer Game Fest (SGF), which has become the most significant mid-year platform for developers to showcase new games and generate excitement for upcoming releases. However, not all developers may participate, and the event may be overwhelming for some. We will provide information on how to watch and what to expect when Geoff Keighley and partner studios present their offerings. Who’s coming…

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