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DOOM: The Dark Ages Will Be “Dark and Sinister” Thanks to Medieval Fantasy Setting

DOOM: The Dark Ages Will Be “Dark and Sinister” Thanks to Medieval Fantasy Setting

Game director Hugo Martin has revealed why DOOM: The Dark Ages is leaving its traditional sci-fi setting behind for medieval fantasy.

DOOM: The Dark Ages’ Levels are id Software’s “Largest Spaces” Ever, But Still “Nice and Contained”

DOOM: The Dark Ages’ Levels are id Software’s “Largest Spaces” Ever, But Still “Nice and Contained”

Despite its massive levels, the first-person shooter won't have players roaming around for two hours, says id Software's Hugo Martin.

Sifu – Netflix Join Production on Movie Adaptation With 87Eleven Entertainment

Sifu – Netflix Join Production on Movie Adaptation With 87Eleven Entertainment

While details about the martial arts title's movie adaptation are currently unknown, John Wick director Chad Stahelski is now involved.

Helldivers 2 – New Collaboration Event Currently in the “Very Early Stages,” Says Arrowhead

Helldivers 2 – New Collaboration Event Currently in the “Very Early Stages,” Says Arrowhead

After the success of the Killzone 2 event, Helldivers 2's developers have revealed that a new one is early in development.

The Blood of Dawnwalker Will Feature a Small Open World

The Blood of Dawnwalker Will Feature a Small Open World

Rebel Wolves' creative director Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz wants players to get to know the game's open world and explore without rushing.

WWE 2K25’s Latest Trailer Reveals Bloodline-Themed Showcase Mode

WWE 2K25’s Latest Trailer Reveals Bloodline-Themed Showcase Mode

The Showcase mode in WWE 2K25 will revolve around the Anoa'i family's legacy in wrestling and alternate what-if scenarios.

Monster Hunter Wilds’ Story Will Focus on the Relationship Between Hunters and Nature

Monster Hunter Wilds’ Story Will Focus on the Relationship Between Hunters and Nature

Director Yuya Tokuda also teases "many other things we have planned down the line" that align with the game's core theme.

Lost Soul Aside is Blocked in 130 Countries on Steam

Lost Soul Aside is Blocked in 130 Countries on Steam

Sony is continuing its trend of blocking 130+ countries that don't support PlayStation Network from buying its games on PC.

Cyberpunk 2077 Sequel is Aiming for the “Most Realistic and Reactive Crowd System” to Date

Cyberpunk 2077 Sequel is Aiming for the “Most Realistic and Reactive Crowd System” to Date

While Cyberpunk 2077's open world is impressive, its sequel might up the ante thanks to more reactive and vivid NPC crowds.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Wraps Up Japanese Voice Work on Scene With Six Actors

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Wraps Up Japanese Voice Work on Scene With Six Actors

Kojima celebrated the work with the actors involved in the scene, but went on to say that there is still plenty of Japanese voice work still left.

PlayStation Players Getting Xbox Games is a “Win” – Shuhei Yoshida

PlayStation Players Getting Xbox Games is a “Win” – Shuhei Yoshida

Yoshida also referred to PlayStation potentially becoming a minority platform as his "nightmare," as the company would lose top developers.

NetEase is Reportedly Scaling Back its Non-Chinese Investments in the Gaming Market

NetEase is Reportedly Scaling Back its Non-Chinese Investments in the Gaming Market

If NetEase decides to pull out of its non-Chinese investments further, it might affect more games in the industry than just Marvel Rivals.

FromSoftware Didn’t Like How Sony Treated Demon’s Souls During Development, Says Former Exec

FromSoftware Didn’t Like How Sony Treated Demon’s Souls During Development, Says Former Exec

Shuhei Yoshida has previously spoken about not liking Demon's Souls after spending time with a pre-release build, calling it "crap".

Nintendo Switch 2 Will Be Priced at $399 to Avoid Alienating Customers – Analyst

Nintendo Switch 2 Will Be Priced at $399 to Avoid Alienating Customers – Analyst

The $399 price point apparently acts as a psychological trigger indicating good value for consumers with premium hardware.

Riot Games is the Type of Company That Should Develop an MMORPG – Co-Founder

Riot Games is the Type of Company That Should Develop an MMORPG – Co-Founder

Riot Games co-founder and chief product officer Marc Merrill spoke about how the world of Runeterra is well-suited for an MMORPG.

The Last of Us Online Was “Great,” Cancelled So Naughty Dog Could Focus on Intergalactic – Yoshida

The Last of Us Online Was “Great,” Cancelled So Naughty Dog Could Focus on Intergalactic – Yoshida

Destiny developer Bungie let Naughty Dog know that it would have to focus on keeping a steady stream of content for The Last of Us Online.

Sony Japan Studio Was Shut Down Because There Was No Market for AA Games – Shuhei Yoshida

Sony Japan Studio Was Shut Down Because There Was No Market for AA Games – Shuhei Yoshida

Japan Studio tended to focus its development efforts on smaller-scale games at the time, while Sony wanted big-budget blockbusters.

The Blood of Dawnwalker’s In-Game Time Will Progress With Every Quest

The Blood of Dawnwalker’s In-Game Time Will Progress With Every Quest

Director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz said this was in response to The Witcher 3 players ignoring the main story to play Gwent non-stop.

The Last of Us Director Doesn’t Believe He Has the Confidence to Plan Sequels in Advance

The Last of Us Director Doesn’t Believe He Has the Confidence to Plan Sequels in Advance

Naughty Dog's Neil Druckmann and Sony Santa Monica's Cory Barlog spoke about their approaches to planning sequels for their franchises.

CD Projekt RED is Expanding the Development Team for Project Hadar

CD Projekt RED is Expanding the Development Team for Project Hadar

Announced back in 2022, the studio didn't provide many details about the title, noting that it was still building the setting.