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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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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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Apple, with macOS Sonoma, brought a new Game Porting Tool that will help developers port their Windows games to macOS. Here's how it works. Gaming 

Mac Users Can Now Enjoy PC Games with Revolutionary Change

Sanjay Patil, , ,

Apple focused heavily on gaming, particularly on Macs, during its WWDC 2023 keynote. The company unveiled a new feature called ‘Game Mode’ in macOS Sonoma, which enhances CPU and GPU resources to provide a seamless gaming experience. This indicates that Apple is taking gaming seriously on its platform, and to further support this, the company has introduced a new Game Porting Tool that enables developers to port their Windows games to macOS. This could potentially expand the range of games available to Mac users. Apple also invited Hideo Kojima, the…

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The latest version of Apple’s operating system, macOS 14 Sonoma, introduces a new Game Mode. (Apple) Gaming 

Key Takeaways from Apple WWDC2023 for Gamers

Adriana Marais, , ,

When it comes to gaming, PlayStation consoles and PCs are typically the top choices for most gamers. Rarely do people consider using a MacBook for gaming due to its reputation for being geared towards productivity, creativity, and academic activities. Gamers prioritize features and capabilities that can handle current game titles, which is not typically associated with Apple’s MacBook lineup. Apple is changing this perception, and the company has made significant progress in recent years by improving the performance of its devices thanks to its investment in powerful Apple Silicon chips.…

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The $30 game will be available on June 30th. Gaming 

Nintendo to Release Follow-up to ‘1-2 Switch’ Party Game

Jim Hendler, ,

Nintendo is set to release a follow-up to its popular party game, 1-2 Switch, on June 30th. The new game, called Everybody 1-2-Switch!, allows players to participate in some of its mini-games using their smartphones instead of Joy-Cons. The original game featured 28 mini-games designed to add excitement to social gatherings, including some unusual ones like putting a crying baby to sleep and pretending to be a supermodel on the runway. Another mini-game required players to milk a cow. According to a report from Fanbyte last year, Nintendo has been…

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The popular game seems to be having trouble on select phone models. Read here for more details. Gaming 

Call Of Duty Mobile Could Block Players Using Smartphones From ROG, Vivo And Others

Sanjay Patil, ,

Following the ban of BGMI in India, a significant portion of its user base shifted to playing Call Of Duty Mobile on their mobile devices. However, it appears that players who use ASUS and Sony mobile phones are now facing bans of up to 10 years, as indicated in the notifications they received on their devices. Users have reported unjustified bans on the official Discord server for Call of Duty Mobile and the r/CallofDutyMobile subreddit on Reddit. The game developer has not yet addressed these grievances. It is not clear…

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'Jurassic World Evolution 2' and 'Trek to Yomi' are the other titles you can claim next month. Gaming 

June’s PlayStation Plus monthly games include NBA 2K23

Nitin Misra, , , ,

Sony has announced its monthly PlayStation Plus game selection for June. These are the three games that Basic, Extra and Premium people can claim access to and keep access for as long as they subscribe. June’s title is NBA 2K23. The latest installment in the long-running series features the return of The Jordan Challenge, where you can play 15 key moments from Michael Jordan’s legendary career. The collection also includes Jurassic World Evolution 2, a construction and management sim where you can build your own Jurassic World theme park. You’ll…

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More players will soon be able to check out Insomniac's most recent gem. Gaming 

Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart will be available for PC on July 26th

Nitin Misra, ,

After our in-depth review of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, there’s even more news from the Insomniac Games camp. The studio’s previous title, Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart, will be available for PC on July 26. As is often the case with PlayStation-exclusive PC versions, there are some extra bells and whistles. There are “new ray-tracing shadows for natural light for outdoor areas” that allow for “realistic shadows with natural tones of softness,” notes Julian Huegbrights, an expert on the Nixxes online community (a Sony studio working on the port) on PlayStation.…

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Call of Duty Mobile, Candy Crush Saga and Carrom Pool: Disc Game are the most data-hungry games, collecting up to 17 out of 32 different data points -- including photos and videos, contact information, location data and contacts, a new report has showed. Gaming 

Call of Duty: Mobile & Candy Crush Saga holds position in India’s Most Data-Gathering Mobile Games List

Adarsh V.K, , ,

In India, mobile games such as Call of Duty Mobile, Candy Crush Saga and Carrom Pool: Disc Game are the most data intensive games, collecting up to 17 out of 32 different data points – including photos, videos, contacts, location data, and A new report came out on Tuesday . According to cyber security company Surfshark, the most popular apps, Ludo King and Subway Surfers, are ranked 38th and 7th respectively in terms of “data hunger”. Notably, only Subway Surfers collects more than an average of 9.3, including contact information…

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The studio has other games in development, including a new single-player title. Gaming 

Naughty Dog says The Last of Us multiplayer needs more time

Sanjay Patil, , , ,

One of the most notable omissions from this week’s PlayStation lineup was anything Naughty Dog. Many (including yours truly) were waiting for the studio to reveal more details about Last of Us multiplayer, but we’ll have to wait a little longer to learn more about this title. In a statement posted on Twitter, Naughty Dog said: “We’re incredibly proud of the work our studio has done so far, but as development continues, we’ve realized it’s best to give the game more time.” As such, it now seems unlikely that we’ll…

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Watch someone blaze through 'Breath of the Wild' while blindfolded and many other runs starting on May 28th. News 

How to watch the Summer Games Fast Speed Marathon 2023

Jim Hendler, ,

It’s time again to watch skilled players hack their favorite games as fast as they can for a good cause. Summer Games Done Quick (SGDQ) is back again with a week-long charity running marathon. The event starts at 1pm ET on Sunday, May 28th and ends early on June 4th. You can catch all the action on the Games Done Quick (GDQ) Twitch channel embedded below. If you miss an interesting tour, you can watch it later on GDQ’s YouTube channel. The event starts with Sonic Frontiers making their SGDQ…

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