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Bandai Namco Confirms AI Tools Are Being Used to Improve Efficiencies in Game Development

Bandai Namco Confirms AI Tools Are Being Used to Improve Efficiencies in Game Development

The company said that the tools are used for things like searching through historical data so that developers can focus on creative aspects.

Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic Won’t be 200 Hours Long or Use Generative AI

Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic Won’t be 200 Hours Long or Use Generative AI

The director behind the upcoming RPG said that generative AI technology won't be used because it is "creatively soulless" and "unhelpful".

Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok Costs $30, New Gameplay and Characters Revealed

Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok Costs $30, New Gameplay and Characters Revealed

New players can also purchase the base game and the expansion for $60 when the latter launches on July 9th for PS4, PS5, PC, and Switch 2.

Amazon Games is Exploring How to Make The Lord of the Rings Into a “New Game Experience”

Amazon Games is Exploring How to Make The Lord of the Rings Into a “New Game Experience”

In a statement, Amazon's head of games, Jeff Grattis, spoke about wanting to do justice to the works of Tolkien with a new project.

ARC Raiders Tops 16 Million Sales, Over Half Its Active Player Base Has Put in 100+ Hours

ARC Raiders Tops 16 Million Sales, Over Half Its Active Player Base Has Put in 100+ Hours

"Extraordinary worldwide sales have made ARC Raiders the most successful new product release in company history," says Nexon.

Lies of P Studio Will Use Generative AI Tools to Create Visuals “Strictly as Internal Reference”

Lies of P Studio Will Use Generative AI Tools to Create Visuals “Strictly as Internal Reference”

NEOWIZ and STUDIO8 also noted that they have "full legal rights" to the assets being used to train the generative AI tools.

The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Film’s Theatrical Release Changed to April 30th, 2027

The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Film’s Theatrical Release Changed to April 30th, 2027

Shigeru Miyamoto announced through a social media post that the crew is hard at work to make sure that the movie is ready in time.

Subnautica 2 is “Bigger and More Polished” Than Any of Unknown Worlds’ Past Early Access Launches

Subnautica 2 is “Bigger and More Polished” Than Any of Unknown Worlds’ Past Early Access Launches

Of course, design lead Anthony Gallegos also wants to release content that garners player interest and helps "drive" development.

Control Resonant Team Wants to “Fully Commit” to RPG Elements: “We’re Gonna Kind of Embrace That”

Control Resonant Team Wants to “Fully Commit” to RPG Elements: “We’re Gonna Kind of Embrace That”

Creative director Mikael Kasurinen also reveals that Control was always meant to be Remedy Entertainment's take on an RPG franchise.

GTA 6 Pre-Orders Reportedly Start on May 18th, According to Best Buy Affiliate Email

GTA 6 Pre-Orders Reportedly Start on May 18th, According to Best Buy Affiliate Email

It seems the wait may finally be over, as multiple Affiliate accounts reported receiving an email about pre-orders starting soon.

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls’ Story Mode Has Battles, Says Arc System Works After Initial Confusion

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls’ Story Mode Has Battles, Says Arc System Works After Initial Confusion

Episode Mode has "playable battles" everywhere and "nearly ten hours of gameplay in total" with voice acting in ten languages.

Xbox Adds Gamerscore Badges in New System Update, Available Now for Insiders

Xbox Adds Gamerscore Badges in New System Update, Available Now for Insiders

If you're the type to leave no Achievement behind, this new addition is sure to make bragging about them to your friends a lot easier.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Has 950,000 Wishlists on Steam Ahead of Launch

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Has 950,000 Wishlists on Steam Ahead of Launch

The Dark Knight continues to draw in his legions of fans, no matter where he ends up in modern gaming...or in what form.

Metal Gear Solid 2 Mod Uncovers Third-Person Mode That’s Apparently Been Hidden Since 2011

Metal Gear Solid 2 Mod Uncovers Third-Person Mode That’s Apparently Been Hidden Since 2011

The camera leverages leftover code from Bluepoint Games, which worked on a 3D camera for Metal Gear Solid HD Collection.

Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core Drops PSA-Style Story and Gameplay Trailer

Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core Drops PSA-Style Story and Gameplay Trailer

The Reclaimers have certainly got their work cut out for them as they take on the Corespawn with only their armor and pickaxes.

ARC Raiders is Shifting to 2 Major Updates Yearly, “Largest Map” Yet Coming in October

ARC Raiders is Shifting to 2 Major Updates Yearly, “Largest Map” Yet Coming in October

Embark Studios also notes that monthly updates "limit" how impactful new additions can be and ultimately "isn't sustainable."

Marathon Season 2: NIGHTFALL Starts June 2nd, Full Reveal Coming May 25th

Marathon Season 2: NIGHTFALL Starts June 2nd, Full Reveal Coming May 25th

In the meantime, players will see new PoIs and guaranteed Map Events. Cryo Archive is also open daily from May 21st till season end.

PlayStation Exec Says the Gaming Industry is Making Decisions That Will Lead to a Better Future

PlayStation Exec Says the Gaming Industry is Making Decisions That Will Lead to a Better Future

"Very smart decisions are being made by our partners. Very smart decisions are being made by platform," said SIE's Christian Svensson.

The Talos Principle 3 Announced for 2027, Promises “One Last Journey” on PS5 and PC

The Talos Principle 3 Announced for 2027, Promises “One Last Journey” on PS5 and PC

Explore the Anomaly in search of answers, solving "familiar and all-new" puzzle mechanics while exploring surreal environments.

Capcom Wants to Nurture Old IP Like Devil May Cry, Ace Attorney With “Sequels, Remakes, Ports”

Capcom Wants to Nurture Old IP Like Devil May Cry, Ace Attorney With “Sequels, Remakes, Ports”

The company has revealed in its earnings report that it wants to also expand its old franchises into other media, like anime.