Star Fox 64 Designer Criticises the Charater Models in the Remake
Veteran Star Fox designer Takaya Imamura, who left Nintendo in 2021, publicly critiqued the character redesigns in the upcoming Star Fox 64 remake, joking that the changes resulted from his lack of supervision. While he praised the overall concept, he affirmed his original designs remain his preferred vision. The remake, a rail‑shooter exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2, is slated for release on June 25, 2026, and has already sparked heated debate over its art direction. Imamura’s candid remarks add another layer to the community’s split reaction.
Schrödinger's Call Wants to Introduce the Neo-Visual Novel Genre to the Industry
Acrobatic Chirimenjako’s indie title *Schrödinger's Call* has been crowned the grand winner of the 2021 Game Creators CAMP and secured a publishing deal with Shueisha Games. The game redefines visual novels by fusing European picture‑book illustration with Japanese anime aesthetics,...
10 Soulslikes Coming in 2026 to Watch Out For
The gaming press has identified ten soulslike titles slated for 2026, ranging from realistic swordplay in The Vernyhorn to high‑speed ninja combat in Phantom Blade Zero. Developers are stretching the genre beyond traditional fantasy, mixing steampunk, extraction‑style PvPvE, and first‑person...
Crimson Desert Dev Explains Why Not Being AAA Is a Major Advantage
Pearl Abyss’s open‑world title Crimson Desert has sold five million copies within its first month, buoyed by a development approach that shuns traditional AAA roadmaps. The studio emphasizes real‑time community feedback, iterating patches and content based on player input rather...
Mixtape's Licensed Soundtrack Justifies Lack of Streamer Mode
Mixtape earned a perfect 10/10 from DualShockers and sits at 94 on OpenCritic, surpassing the previous leader Pokémon Pokopia. The game’s launch coincides with a wave of buzz as it becomes the highest‑rated title of 2026. Developer Beethoven and Dinosaur...
10 NieR: Automata Details That Spoil the Plot Early
The article breaks down ten subtle cues in NieR: Automata that reveal how its story is woven into gameplay, visuals, and character design. It shows that bosses named after philosophers, the save‑system’s lore justification, and the shared origins of androids and...
Crimson Desert Dev Has Traded EVE Online Back for a Boatload of Cash and Game Crypto
Pearl Abyss, fresh off the launch of its open‑world hit Crimson Desert, has sold CCP Games back to founder Hilmar Veigar Pétursson. The original 2018 acquisition—$225 million cash plus $200 million in performance payouts—is being reversed for roughly $425 million in cash and...
Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic Devs Come With Mass Effect and KOTOR Baggage
Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic (FOTOR) received fresh developer details on Star Wars Day 2026, confirming Arcanaut Studios as the studio behind the first new Old Republic RPG in 15 years. The creative lead includes Casey Hudson, former...
Valve's Steam Controller Instantly Sells Out
Valve launched a refreshed Steam Controller at $99, and the inventory vanished within an hour of going live. Despite a price premium over rivals such as the DualSense, die‑hard Valve fans snapped up every unit, prompting an immediate out‑of‑stock notice....
10 Little-Known Adventure Games From Famous Developers
Major game studios often have hidden adventure titles that predate their breakout hits. Ubisoft’s 1986 Zombi, Square’s experimental Another Mind, and Quantic Dream’s Omikron illustrate early forays into narrative‑driven gameplay. Titles like Body Harvest from DMA Design (now Rockstar North)...
10 Games To Play If You Love Saros
Housemarque’s 2026 release Saros builds on the brutal formula of Returnal (2021) while softening the difficulty for a broader audience. The game mixes bullet‑hell combat, roguelite progression and wave‑based enemy encounters, positioning it as a modern arcade shooter. To keep...
Capcom Director Says Leon Could Be a Protagonist Even At 70 Years Old
Capcom director Koshi Nakanishi revealed that Leon S. Kennedy could still headline future Resident Evil titles even when he reaches 70, underscoring the studio’s commitment to iconic characters. The comment came alongside praise for the series’ newest lead, Grace Ashcroft,...
10 Action Games Where Exploration Gives Rewards
DualShockers’ Shayna Josi highlights ten action titles that turn exploration into a core reward loop. The list spans classics like Shadow of Mordor and newer releases such as Marvel’s Spider‑Man 2, emphasizing mechanics that tie discovery to combat upgrades, collectibles, or...
Pragmata: Every Hacking Mode, Ranked
Capcom’s new shooter Pragmata, released on April 17, 2026, introduces Mode Chips that modify hacking abilities during combat. The game ranks five hacking modes—Hybrid, Strike, Offense, Boost, and Combust—based on their impact on damage and enemy control. Combust Mode, which...
8 Action Games From Well-Known Developers That Went Under the Radar
The DualShockers piece spotlights eight action titles that slipped under the radar despite being created by industry heavyweights such as FromSoftware, BioWare, Blizzard and Insomniac. It walks readers through each game’s release context—from FromSoftware’s Japan‑only debut King’s Field to Insomniac’s...
The Most Ambitious Wii JRPGs
The article ranks the most ambitious JRPGs released on Nintendo’s Wii, highlighting titles that pushed the console’s modest hardware to deliver expansive worlds, deep mechanics, and experimental storytelling. It notes that many of these games—such as Pandora’s Tower, Opoona, and...
Star Wars Games You Should Play in 2026
May 2026 marks Star Wars’ 49th anniversary and a wave of gaming recommendations ahead of the franchise’s 50th‑year celebrations. A curated list highlights legacy titles such as LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga and Battlefront II, alongside newer experiences like Outlaws, Galactic Racer,...
Will Nintendo Spoil the Zelda Movie After Super Mario Galaxy’s Marketing Misstep?
Nintendo’s Super Mario Galaxy movie has become 2026’s highest‑grossing film, pulling in over $2 billion worldwide. The studio’s fast‑paced promotional video flashed dozens of character cameos, driving social‑media chatter but also sparking spoiler concerns. The article warns that the forthcoming Legend of Zelda film,...
10 Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Moments That Are Completely Different From The Original
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, released in February 2024, reimagines ten iconic moments from the original 1997 classic, turning optional side areas into narrative focal points and overhauling key set pieces. Highlights include Gongaga’s central role with new minigames, an expanded Nibelheim...
8 Red Dead Redemption 2 Details that Put Other Open-World Games to Shame
Red Dead Redemption 2 continues to set the benchmark for open‑world realism. Its NPCs follow daily routines, reshape towns, and remember player actions, while a dynamic ecological system governs animal behavior and corpse decay. Limited fast travel and detailed consumable animations...
10 Heartwarming Moments in Pragmata
Capcom’s new sci‑fi shooter Pragmata launched on April 17 2026 after a protracted development cycle that pushed its original 2022 target back by four years. The game has quickly become a talking point for its ten deliberately crafted heart‑warming moments that showcase...
10 Most Revolutionary Soulslikes Every Fan Needs to Play
Gaming outlet DualShockers lists the ten most revolutionary Soulslike titles, from genre‑defining classics like Elden Ring to innovative offshoots such as Mortal Shell and Black Myth: Wukong. The roundup highlights each game’s release date, platform reach, and distinctive mechanics that expand the traditional Dark Souls...
Great Sega Genesis RPGs that Are Fun From the Start
The article spotlights ten underrated Sega Genesis RPGs that remain enjoyable from the first play session, ranging from the cyber‑punk blend of Shadowrun to the vibrant desert adventure Beyond Oasis. It highlights each game’s unique mechanics, such as Arcus Odyssey’s isometric...
Great SNES RPGs that Are Fun From the Start
The article spotlights a curated list of SNES-era role‑playing games that captivate players from the first play session. It highlights titles such as ActRaiser, Drakkhen, E.V.O.: Search for Eden, Front Mission, Shadowrun, Harvest Moon, Ultima VI, and Wizardry V, noting each game’s...
The PS4 Era's Best JRPG Has Been Rated For Nintendo Switch 2 In Taiwan
The iconic JRPG *Dragon Quest XI*, originally a PlayStation 4 standout, has received an official age rating for the Nintendo Switch 2, hinting at an upcoming release. Nintendo’s upgraded hardware is already enhancing legacy titles like *Breath of the Wild* with sharper visuals...
10 Most Ambitious Nintendo DS JRPGs
The DualShockers piece spotlights ten Nintendo DS JRPGs that pushed the genre’s boundaries through inventive mechanics rather than pure polish. It highlights titles such as Monster Racers, Spectrobes, Sonic Chronicles, Solatorobo, Knights in the Nightmare, Contact, Infinite Space, Nostalgia, Radiant...
10 Most Ambitious PS3 JRPGs Ever Created
The article ranks the ten most ambitious JRPGs released on the PlayStation 3, from Level‑5’s multiplayer‑heavy White Knight Chronicles to Square Enix’s myth‑building Final Fantasy XIII. Each entry highlights distinctive mechanics, narrative scope, or production values that pushed the genre forward during a...
Warhorse Studios Faces Backlash Over AI Usage Before Reddit AMA
Warhorse Studios replaced a human translator with generative AI for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, igniting a firestorm among its fanbase. The decision resurfaced ahead of a Reddit AMA, where users bombarded the team with questions about AI usage and the quality...
All Collectible Locations in REPLACED
The guide details every one of the 111 collectibles hidden across the nine chapters of REPLACED, a narrative‑driven action game released on April 14, 2026 by Sad Cat Studios. Players use the in‑game Walkman to scan lore items, music tracks, health upgrades and...
10 Horror Games Where Everything Goes Wrong
DualShockers' Elena Chapella curates a list of ten horror titles that embody Murphy’s Law, where escalating obstacles turn gameplay into relentless tension. The roundup spans indie gems like The Mortuary Assistant to major franchises such as Silent Hill 2 remake, Resident...
Aphelion Review: A Cinematic Game That Feels Like an Interactive Movie
Don’t Nod’s latest release, Aphelion, is a cinematic adventure‑thriller set on the alien world Persephone. The game prioritizes narrative, delivering strong writing, striking visuals, and an evocative soundtrack, while gameplay consists mainly of exploration and occasional set‑piece tension. At under ten...
How to Get All Gun Upgrades in REPLACED
The guide details every gun upgrade location in the action‑RPG REPLACED, outlining where players can find each Kinetic Inductor and the exclusive pickaxe upgrade. Upgrades boost the energy gained per melee hit, feeding the gauge that powers gunfire and overdrive...
10 Underrated FPS Games From Famous Developers
The article spotlights ten little‑known first‑person shooters created by studios now famous for other franchises, ranging from Digital Extremes' 2005 "Pariah" to Monolith Productions' 2000 "The Operative: No One Lives Forever." Each game is described with its unique mechanics, setting,...
Gray Zone Warfare: How to Unlock All Camouflage Weapon Skins
Gray Zone Warfare’s new Range & Rifle magazines let players unlock camouflaged weapon skins across six map zones. Each magazine is tied to a specific vendor, price point and location, from the $5.7k AKMN in Ban Pa to the $18.2k SVD...
10 FPS Games Coming in 2026 That You Should Pay Close Attention
The 2026 FPS slate is shaping up as one of the genre’s most vibrant years, with legacy franchises like Overwatch 2 receiving major updates and a wave of new titles slated for release. Highlights include Bungie’s extraction‑shooter Marathon reboot, the dinosaur‑themed...
The Funkiest Video Game Soundtracks Of All Time
The article ranks the ten video games with the most iconic funk soundtracks, from the 1994 classic Sonic the Hedgehog 3 to modern hits like Persona 5. It highlights how titles such as Streets of Rage 2, Jet Set Radio and Dance Dance...
The Most Anticipated RPGs Coming in 2026 Prove the Genre Has Never Been Stronger
The RPG genre is entering a renaissance, with ten high‑profile titles slated for release throughout 2026. Recent years have seen three Game of the Year winners come from RPGs, underscoring the genre’s commercial clout. The lineup spans major publishers—from Microsoft’s...
A Detailed History of Every Video Game to Feature Darth Maul
Darth Maul has been a recurring figure in Star Wars video games for over two decades, debuting as the final boss in the 1999 PlayStation 1 tie‑in to *The Phantom Menace*. The character transitioned from occasional boss fights to a playable hero...
Can the Steam Controller Justify the Price Hike Over Sony's DualSense?
Valve’s upcoming Steam Controller has leaked at a $100 price tag, roughly $25 more than Sony’s DualSense. The controller’s standout trackpads fail to offset the premium cost in a market saturated with cheaper options. Simultaneously, Valve’s broader Steam Machine initiative...
Crimson Desert 1.04 Update: Pet Birds, Housing Changes, and More Cats
Pearl Abyss released Crimson Desert patch 1.04, adding tamable pet birds and a new Sigil of Bonding that lets cats remain on a player’s shoulder longer. The update overhauls the housing system with four new storage containers and the ability...
7 Hidden Gems Soulslike Games From Famous Video Game Developers
The article spotlights seven lesser‑known Souls‑like games from established developers, ranging from Deck13’s *The Surge* to Suda51’s *Let It Die*. Each title offers a distinct twist—limb‑targeting combat, Final Fantasy lore, cat‑hero platforming, morality‑driven difficulty, pixel‑art boss rushes, an alternate‑history French...
10 Final Fantasy X Details That Have Aged Well
Final Fantasy X, released in 2001, continues to resonate because its mature narrative and nuanced characters age alongside players. Themes such as the Sending ritual, Yuna’s self‑sacrifice, and Seymour’s manipulative leadership provide emotional depth that feels more powerful in adulthood. The...
Sudden Strike 5 Review: More of the Same, in a Good Way
Sudden Strike 5 launches nine years after Sudden Strike 4, bringing the series back into a revitalized real‑time strategy market. The game retains the franchise’s large‑scale, historically grounded battles while adding Smart Squad and drag‑to‑formation controls to ease micromanagement. Reviewers note aggressive...
Fragmentary Order Won't Be an Extraction Shooter, Says Escape From Tarkov Founder
Escape from Tarkov’s creator Nikita Buyanov is developing a new sci‑fi FPS called Fragmentary Order under Rant Gaming Studios. While built on Unreal Engine, the game will feature extraction mechanics but aims to transcend the traditional extraction‑shooter formula. Buyanov describes it...
Nintendo Isn't Responsible For All The References In The Mario Galaxy Movie
Shigeru Miyamoto told Famitsu that the plethora of Nintendo Easter eggs in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was driven by Illumination, not Nintendo itself. The animated sequel, released on April 1, 2026, runs 98 minutes and is directed by a quartet including...
11 Bit Studios Plans to Reimagine This War of Mine
11 Bit Studios used its latest earnings call to announce a four‑project pipeline, including two undisclosed new IPs, a new Frostpunk entry (codenamed Frostpunk 1886), and Project P15—a ground‑up reimagining of the acclaimed survival game This War of Mine. The studio emphasized its solid financial footing...
Say Hello to Toei Games, a New Branch With No New Kamen Rider Games
Japanese media giant Toei has launched a new game development arm, Toei Games, as part of its "Toei New Wave 2033" initiative. The studio will create original gaming IPs rather than adapt existing franchises like Kamen Rider or Dragon Ball. A first...
10 Strongest Street Fighter Characters of All Time
The article outlines ten Street Fighter fighters who possess overtly superhuman abilities, ranging from classic martial artists like Ryu to cosmic entities such as Ingrid. It emphasizes lore‑based power levels rather than a ranked list, noting each character’s unique origin—Ryu’s...
Xbox Finally Lowers Price For Game Pass, But Is It Enough?
Xbox announced a $7 price cut for Game Pass Ultimate, lowering the monthly fee from $29.99 to $22.99. At the same time, Microsoft said new Call of Duty releases will no longer appear on day one, instead joining the service...
All Tempest-Man Comic Locations in REPLACED (The Biggest Fan Quest)
Sad Cat Studios’ REPLACED, released April 14, 2026, adds a side quest called “The Biggest Fan” in the Western Station hub. Players must locate six Tempest‑Man comic books hidden across the arcade, stairs, concourse, cafeteria, and Yo‑Yo’s workshop. The quest begins in...