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Global Semiconductor Shortage to Last Until 2024 – Intel CEO

Global Semiconductor Shortage to Last Until 2024 – Intel CEO

Intel's Pat Gelsinger says that shortages have "now hit equipment and some of those factory ramps will be more challenged."

Shenmue Creator Says There Are Currently No Concrete Plans for Shenmue 4

Shenmue Creator Says There Are Currently No Concrete Plans for Shenmue 4

Series creator Yu Suzuki suggests Shenmue 4 isn't currently in the works, but says he would like it to have broader appeal than its predecessors.

Marvel’s Avengers and Guardians of the Galaxy Included in Sale to Embracer Group, Could Require Disney’s Approval

Marvel’s Avengers and Guardians of the Galaxy Included in Sale to Embracer Group, Could Require Disney’s Approval

Embracer Group CEO Lars Wingefors says "a number of external approvals", which potentially includes licensers, are needed to close the transaction.

Eidos Montreal and Crystal Dynamics Are Working on “Very Sizeable AAA Experiences Based on Beloved Franchises and Original IPs”

Eidos Montreal and Crystal Dynamics Are Working on “Very Sizeable AAA Experiences Based on Beloved Franchises and Original IPs”

"It's not only Tomb Raider, it's also a number of very sizable AAA experiences in the pipeline, both based on beloved franchises that we will own as well as original IPs," says Embracer Group CEO Lars...

Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem Update is Live; Adds Survival Mode, 8 New Characters, and Modding Tools

Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem Update is Live; Adds Survival Mode, 8 New Characters, and Modding Tools

Battle through six different maps with characters like Devolver Dude, Serious Sam Classic and Kleer Kurt with new Achievements to unlock.

Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Mankind Divided Have Collectively Sold Over 12 Million Units

Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Mankind Divided Have Collectively Sold Over 12 Million Units

The Embracer Group reveals that the two latest mainline instalments in the Deus Ex franchise have collectively sold over 12 million copes to date.

Square Enix Reportedly Lost $200 Million on Avengers and Guardians of the Galaxy

Square Enix Reportedly Lost $200 Million on Avengers and Guardians of the Galaxy

The two Marvel games lost Square Enix $200 million in a little under two years and were responsible for the sale of western studios to Embracer, according to an analyst.

Ghostwire: Tokyo Update Adds Variable Refresh Rate Support on PS5, New Cosmetic Item and Emotes

Ghostwire: Tokyo Update Adds Variable Refresh Rate Support on PS5, New Cosmetic Item and Emotes

Performance improvements for PS5 and PC, along with a Yokai Volume slider to adjust the Tengu's sound level, are also included.

God of War Ragnarok State of Play in May Would be “Too Soon” – Insider

God of War Ragnarok State of Play in May Would be “Too Soon” – Insider

SIE Santa Monica's highly anticipated sequel is out later this year for PS4 and PS5 but it may be some time before new gameplay is revealed.

Apex Legends Mobile Launches Worldwide This Month

Apex Legends Mobile Launches Worldwide This Month

The mobile version of the popular battle royal shooter is officially set to launch worldwide this month, with ten Legends available at launch.

Apex Legends – Season 13: Saviors Gets New Gameplay Trailer

Apex Legends – Season 13: Saviors Gets New Gameplay Trailer

Respawn Entertainment reveals new gameplay for the upcoming Season 13: Saviors, showcasing the new legend Newcastle, changes made to Storm Point, and more.

PlayStation is Eyeing More Acquisitions, Job Ad Suggests

PlayStation is Eyeing More Acquisitions, Job Ad Suggests

PlayStation is looking to recruit someone who will be responsible for "identifying inorganic growth opportunities through acquisitions, investments or joint ventures."

The Quarry Will be 10 Hours Long on Average

The Quarry Will be 10 Hours Long on Average

Game director Will Byles says an average playthrough of The Quarry should be about 10 hours long- though there'll be plenty of reasons to come back for more.

Tomb Raider Series Has Sold 88 Million Units

Tomb Raider Series Has Sold 88 Million Units

The reboot trilogy has sold 38 million across its three games while Lara Croft: Relic Run and Lara Croft: Go had 53 million paid downloads overall.

Dying Light – Final Hellraid Update Arrives on May 5th, New Trailer Details Improvements

Dying Light – Final Hellraid Update Arrives on May 5th, New Trailer Details Improvements

A reworked armory, new Crystal consumables, 13 Hellraid weapon blueprints, and the Deathbringer shotgun are coming.

Eidos Montreal is Working on “Several” Projects Using Unreal Engine 5

Eidos Montreal is Working on “Several” Projects Using Unreal Engine 5

Studio head David Anfossi says joining the Embracer Group will "take Eidos to the next level and make its talents, the gamers, and you very happy.”

Eldest Souls – Depths of the Forgotten Now Available for Free, Adds 3 New Bosses

Eldest Souls – Depths of the Forgotten Now Available for Free, Adds 3 New Bosses

Travel to the depths below the Citadel to fight new threats and unlock four new weapons along with a new Shard, Empire's Wrath.

Lies of P Targeting 4K/60 FPS on PS5 And Xbox Series X, Features Quality and Performance Modes

Lies of P Targeting 4K/60 FPS on PS5 And Xbox Series X, Features Quality and Performance Modes

Lies of P developer Neowiz confirms the resolution and frame rate targets for upcoming Soulslike action RPG on current-gen machines.

Returnal Patch 3.03 is Live, Balances Tower of Sisyphus Difficulty

Returnal Patch 3.03 is Live, Balances Tower of Sisyphus Difficulty

Balance changes haven't been revealed but there are bug fixes for co-op like crashes and black screens when traveling between biomes.

The Gunk is Now Available for Steam

The Gunk is Now Available for Steam

The new 3D action-adventure title from SteamWorld developer Image and Form Games has also received Photo Mode and support for more languages.