Upsilon Circuit could redefine multiplayer in online gaming

Uncharted territory Robot Loves Kitty’s ambitiousUpsilon Circuitis what I would consider the quintessential slow-burn, developing story in independent games today. In keeping with the premise of the TV game show-inspired title, the New England-based studio has had me regularly tuning in as a games writer over the last seven months to follow up on progress it’s made since I last checked in. My next opportunity to learn more about the game came at this year’s PAX East in Boston....

June 13, 2025 · 5 min · 897 words · Anthony Johnson

Wet sequel confirmed as A2M rebrands as Behaviour

Put away those inappropriate jokes, the Canadian-developer previously known as Artificial Mind & Movement (A2M) has changed its name to Bahaviour Interactive. The name change comes as the studio hopes to focus on original IPs on multiple platforms, while still working as a “for-hire” studio with major publishers. The studio has also revealed a number of titles its working on, includingWet 2, a sequel toNaughty Bear,Doritos Crash Coursefor Xbox Live Arcade, and the multi-platformRango....

June 13, 2025 · 1 min · 103 words · Michael Banks

What personal gaming memories are completely indelible to you?

Cblogs of 12/4 to 22-05-2025 –Gonnzis worried that gaming experiences are getting too familiar and is determined to blog more to preserve their gaming memories. –BRAV0 F1VEreviewsMarvel’sGuardians of the Galaxy. –Kerrik52reviews the enhanced edition ofYs VIII: Lacrimosa of Danaas part of his Traveler in Playtime blogging reviews series. –Black Red Gamingadds a further four games to their BRG collection of must-play games. –Virtua Kazumawrites about the influence ofVirtua Fighteron theDead or Aliveseries....

June 13, 2025 · 1 min · 198 words · Jay Lewis

Where in the manga did DAN DA DAN anime end?

TheDAN DA DANanime has captured the hearts of fans with its unique blend of supernatural elements, humor, and thrilling action. But while the first season was an absolute banger, it isn’t without flaws. After all, it ended its first season in a terrible cliffhanger, leaving fans in a state of disarray. That may be an exaggeration… ormaybe not. Fortunately, the wait won’t be that long. The second season is alreadyslated to air in July 2025....

June 13, 2025 · 2 min · 284 words · Tracy Burton

Where to find the Grass Knot TM 081 in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet

Grass TMs are among the easiest to find As we continue this week’s installment of“grass TMs you can find laying around,”Grass Knot is also easy to find inPokemon ScarletandVioletonce you get into the game’s western section of the Paldea region. Where to find Grass Knot TM 081 When you’re traveling along west of the academy capital city, you’ll potentially encounter the “first” Team Star battle,or the “first” gym. Just head to the location on the map above by following the route west of the Pokecenter, near the cliffside....

June 13, 2025 · 1 min · 197 words · Linda Gray

Xbox boss says he’s ‘played quite a bit of Elden Ring,’ calls it Miyazaki’s ‘most ambitious game’

‘I love seeing him challenging himself’ Oh yea,Elden Ring! I don’t think anyone is as excited forElden Ringas me. I’ve been there day one (or before) for nearly every From Software game since…Armored Core 2, which is about when I learned that they existed in earnest, andKing’s Fieldgames weren’t magically grown on an RPG tree somewhere. They’re a special studio, in part due to president Hidetaka Miyazaki’s leadership and beautiful mind style approach to game design....

June 13, 2025 · 2 min · 313 words · Rebecca Zuniga

Yet another cult classic is being remastered by Nightdive, this time, it’s The Thing

Following the announcement ofKilling Time: Remasteredyesterday, Nightdive Studios has announced as part of the IGN Live Stream that they are also remastering 2002’sThe Thing. It’s planned to be launched on PC and consoles later this year. This announcement is somewhat surprising. Not only is this a relatively newer title that Nightdive is taking on compared to their previous remasters, but it’s alicensedone on top of that. They’re going all out with this one....

June 13, 2025 · 2 min · 318 words · Douglas Black

Yondu and Falcon revealed for Disney Infinity 2.0

From Guardians of the Galaxy and Captain America 2 respectively Disney Infinity 2.0is getting yet another set of figures it seems — Yondu fromGuardians of the Galaxyand Falcon fromCaptain America: The Winter Soldier. Of course these are mostly tie-ins with the films, but both did come from the comic source material, and Falcon in particular will don his original garb. Yondu looks spot-on like Michael Rooker’s incarnation of the character. All we need now is a Norman Reedus figure and you can relive your wildest fantasies of playing withMerlin Derle....

June 13, 2025 · 1 min · 90 words · Daniel Tyler

Your extra PS5 controller might arrive way ahead of your PS5

October 30 is the new release date Sony is inadvertently taking teasers to an all-new level. Two weeks before the PlayStation 5 shows up on doorsteps, some folks will be getting their spare PS5 controllers in the mail. Some people who ordered PS5 accessories through Sony are getting emails that the delivery date is being bumped up to around October 30. The PlayStation 5 launches on November 12. The PS5 controller isn’t compatible with the PS4....

June 13, 2025 · 1 min · 191 words · William Rose

Zenless Zone Zero vs Wuthering Waves: Which one really has the better combat system?

The action RPG showdown is on!Zenless Zone ZeroandWuthering Wavesbring fluid combat, rotational mechanics, and high-speed action, which are best-in-class in the market, but each executes them uniquely. But which reigns supreme? The answer isn’t so simple, but it may surprise you. My Expertise in Both Games Before we start throwing punches, let’s get one thing straight: I know both of these games like the back of my hand. I have completed all available endgame content inWuthering WavesandZenless Zone Zerowith max scores....

June 13, 2025 · 5 min · 954 words · Gabriel Anderson

Battleborn’s ‘Lootpocalypse’ promises increased gear drops this weekend

Because that’s what it needs A few weeks back, Gearbox increased the drop rate of legendary gear inBattleborn‘s campaign mode. This weekend, it’s cranking the dials even further in what it’s calling the “Lootpocalypse.” Not only will bosses be even more likely to drop legendary stuff through Monday, but non-boss major enemies will have a chance to drop rare and epic-level gear as well. Those who mainly play in the competitive mode won’t be left totally out in the cold, as purchasable loot packs will drop in cost, most notably the faction-specific packs that can contain (relatively bland) skins and taunts....

June 12, 2025 · 1 min · 184 words · Dawn Dean

Contest: Win a copy of Save me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition for Switch or Steam

In today’s contest, you can win a copy of Save me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition for Switch or Steam! Back when it originally launched,Save me Mr Takowas a really cool game that paid homage to the Game Boy. It looked and played the part well, but it was held back from being an easy recommendation by a handful of small annoyances. If you’re curious about my full thoughts on it at the time, you may read themhere in my review....

June 12, 2025 · 4 min · 653 words · Dr. Lynn Johnson MD

Desperados III trailer tells greenhorns all they need to know

Gather round the campfire, young’uns THQ Nordic has released a lengthy overview trailer for wild west strategy sequelDesperados III, breaking down the complex and meticulous gameplay featured in Mimimi Productions rootin’ tootin’ adventure. For those new to the franchise,Desperadossees players manage a team of uniquely skilled gunslingers as they undertake a variety of dangerous missions. Second-to-second planning and on-the-fly adaptation is a must if your gang is to travel deep into enemy territory, achieve the objectives, then safely ride off into the sunset....

June 12, 2025 · 1 min · 188 words · Karen Garcia