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Minecraft Gets ESRB Rating for Xbox Series X/S Release

Minecraft Gets ESRB Rating for Xbox Series X/S Release

Developer Mojang has been quiet about the potential current-gen upgrade for Minecraft, and PlayStation players still have no word on a potential PS5 release.

Former PlayStation Executive Believes Non-Gaming Tech Companies Are “Barbarians at the Gates”

Former PlayStation Executive Believes Non-Gaming Tech Companies Are “Barbarians at the Gates”

Shawn Layden speaks about how non-gaming tech companies could be looking to disrupt the video game business.

Pikmin Finder is a New Browser-Based AR Game by Pokemon Go Developer

Pikmin Finder is a New Browser-Based AR Game by Pokemon Go Developer

Pikmin Live has players using their device's camera to find nearby Pikmin, who can in turn help the player out by finding treasures.

Patapon Spiritual Successor Ratatan Ends Kickstarter Campaign with Over ¥200,000,000 Raised for Development

Patapon Spiritual Successor Ratatan Ends Kickstarter Campaign with Over ¥200,000,000 Raised for Development

Ratatan will be a rhythm-based strategy game in line with its primary inspiration, the Patapon franchise.

World of Warcraft’s Next Expansion Won’t be About Pirates – Blizzard President

World of Warcraft’s Next Expansion Won’t be About Pirates – Blizzard President

Blizzard president Mike Ybarra has dashed the speculations of fans that the next World of Warcraft expansion could feature pirates heavily.

Destiny 2 Xur Inventory – Prometheus Lens, Orpheus Rig, Hallowfire Heart, and More

Destiny 2 Xur Inventory – Prometheus Lens, Orpheus Rig, Hallowfire Heart, and More

Warmind Avatar armor from Season of the Seraph, a new roll for Hawkmoon roll, and new Legendary weapons are also available.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is Built on Unreal Engine 5

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is Built on Unreal Engine 5

Unlike the title's original version, which was in development at Hardsuit Labs, The Chinese Room's project is built on Unreal 5.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 Publisher is “Confident” it Won’t be Delayed Again

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 Publisher is “Confident” it Won’t be Delayed Again

"If we weren’t confident in the new release window, we wouldn’t be starting the new marketing campaign," says Paradox Interactive's Sean Greaney.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is Using a Lot of Work Done by Previous Developer Hardsuit Labs

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is Using a Lot of Work Done by Previous Developer Hardsuit Labs

"The themes, Seattle as the setting, and a significant degree of the art and character art has been carried over," says publisher Paradox Interactive.

Trepang2 Launches for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on October 2

Trepang2 Launches for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on October 2

The gleefully violent first person shooter launched for PC earlier this year to acclaim from critics and players.

Hogwarts Legacy Climbs Back up to No. 1 in Weekly UK Retail Charts

Hogwarts Legacy Climbs Back up to No. 1 in Weekly UK Retail Charts

Meanwhile, the Premium Edition upgrade for Starfield has debuted in seventh place, spelling positive things for the RPG's upcoming full launch.

Nintendo Direct Still Scheduled for September, Another Leaker Claims

Nintendo Direct Still Scheduled for September, Another Leaker Claims

A prominent leaker has stated that in spite of the recent Super Mario Bros. Wonder Direct, Nintendo still has a general Direct planned for this month.

Baldur’s Gate 3 Early Access is Live on PS5

Baldur’s Gate 3 Early Access is Live on PS5

Digital Deluxe and Collector's Edition owners on PS5 can play the acclaimed RPG before its worldwide release on September 6th.

The Last of Us Part 2 Director is “Working on Another Game,” “Can’t Say Anything”

The Last of Us Part 2 Director is “Working on Another Game,” “Can’t Say Anything”

Neil Druckmann can't talk about "the next game at Naughty Dog" right now. "My comms director over there will slaughter me."

Forza Motorsport Hands-on Impressions Coming September 11th

Forza Motorsport Hands-on Impressions Coming September 11th

Turn 10 Studios' racing sim launches on October 10th for Xbox Series X/S and PC and serves as a reboot for the acclaimed series.

Final Fantasy 16 Update is Live, Adds New Outfits and Weapon Transmog

Final Fantasy 16 Update is Live, Adds New Outfits and Weapon Transmog

The Onion Sword from Final Fantasy 3 is also available, though its stats are identical to the Braveheart and Blood Sword.

Star Ocean: The Second Story R Opening Cinematic Revealed

Star Ocean: The Second Story R Opening Cinematic Revealed

The classic RPG's remake is scheduled to launch this November for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

Starfield Premium Upgrade Debuts in 7th Place in UK Physical Sales Charts

Starfield Premium Upgrade Debuts in 7th Place in UK Physical Sales Charts

Despite serving as a means for Game Pass subscribers to gain early access, the upgrade has proven very popular in the region.

Starfield Developer on Balancing Fun and Realism: Not Every Planet is “Supposed to be Disney World”

Starfield Developer on Balancing Fun and Realism: Not Every Planet is “Supposed to be Disney World”

"The point of the vastness of space is you should feel small. It should feel overwhelming," says Bethesda managing director Ashley Cheng.

Lies of P Gameplay Reveals Lorenzini Arcade, New Enemies, and More

Lies of P Gameplay Reveals Lorenzini Arcade, New Enemies, and More

As the highly anticipated Soulslike action RPG draws closer to its launch, Neowiz continues to showcase promising new gameplay footage.