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Intergalactic Director Isn’t Phased by Negative Reaction to Protagonist

Intergalactic Director Isn’t Phased by Negative Reaction to Protagonist

Neil Druckmann spoke about how, despite some of the backlash about Intergalactic's protagonist, the studio will stick to its guns.

Helldivers 2 Passes 129,000 Concurrent Steam Players After Heart of Democracy Update

Helldivers 2 Passes 129,000 Concurrent Steam Players After Heart of Democracy Update

Arrowhead Game Studios CCO Johan Pilestedt also confirmed almost 198,000 concurrent players on all platforms earlier this week.

Death Stranding 2 – Pandemic Inspired Kojima to Make Games “That Don’t Already Exist in the World”

Death Stranding 2 – Pandemic Inspired Kojima to Make Games “That Don’t Already Exist in the World”

Kojima spoke about how he felt during the lockdowns because of the pandemic, including the isolation and a "digital existence."

PlayStation Stars Loyalty Program is Being Shut Down on November 2, 2026

PlayStation Stars Loyalty Program is Being Shut Down on November 2, 2026

No new members for PlayStation Stars will be accepted, and those that decide to end their membership early can't sign up again.

Kojima Productions CTO Believes Efficiency of PS5 Allows For More Artistic Freedom Over PS4

Kojima Productions CTO Believes Efficiency of PS5 Allows For More Artistic Freedom Over PS4

According to Akio Sakamoto, along with the reduction of loading times, the new consoles have allowed artists to go "out of control."

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach’s Final Trailer Will Have “A Lot” of New Details, Says Kojima

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach’s Final Trailer Will Have “A Lot” of New Details, Says Kojima

The director will reveal all about the sequel before its June 26th launch but says the next trailer won't showcase the story.

What the Hell is Going on With Marathon?

What the Hell is Going on With Marathon?

Between unauthorized art asset usage and reports of declining morale, Bungie's extraction shooter just can't catch a break.

Helldivers 2 Has About 2.5 Million Weekly Players, Says Arrowhead CCO

Helldivers 2 Has About 2.5 Million Weekly Players, Says Arrowhead CCO

The co-op shooter recently received the Heart of Democracy update, where players fight the invading Illuminate on Super Earth.

Saros Developer Housemarque is “Fully Focused on Single Player and Premium” Titles

Saros Developer Housemarque is “Fully Focused on Single Player and Premium” Titles

"You don't need to spend the rest of your free time on our games," says studio head Ilari Kuittinen, likening them to "movies or TV series."

Helldivers 2 Takes the Fight to Super Earth in New Heart of Democracy Update

Helldivers 2 Takes the Fight to Super Earth in New Heart of Democracy Update

Battle through the streets of the Helldivers' home planet, teaming with SEAF troops and protecting citizens from the Illuminate.

The Last of Us Trailer Teases Harrowing Season 2 Finale

The Last of Us Trailer Teases Harrowing Season 2 Finale

The seventh and final episode of The Last of Us' second season is going to premier on HBO Max next Sunday, May 25.

Neil Druckmann Confirms Producer Role on Unannounced Naughty Dog Project

Neil Druckmann Confirms Producer Role on Unannounced Naughty Dog Project

The Intergalactic director is a mentor of sorts who provides feedback for the "other team" and acts like "the executive in the room."

Marathon Must Rank in the NPD’s Top 5 Best-Selling Games of 2025 to Prove Successful – Rumor

Marathon Must Rank in the NPD’s Top 5 Best-Selling Games of 2025 to Prove Successful – Rumor

There are allegedly high sales expectations for Bungie's controversial extraction shooter when it launches on September 23rd.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach’s Battles “Add a New Dimension,” Similar to James Cameron’s Aliens

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach’s Battles “Add a New Dimension,” Similar to James Cameron’s Aliens

Director Hideo Kojima said now that players are familiar with the world, he can up the ante with more action in the sequel.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Has “A Range of Approaches to Every Situation,” per Level Design Lead

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Has “A Range of Approaches to Every Situation,” per Level Design Lead

Kojima Productions' Hiroaki Yoshiike outlines three main approaches and ensures they remain viable throughout the experience.

Physint Requires “5 or 6 Years” to Develop, Says Hideo Kojima

Physint Requires “5 or 6 Years” to Develop, Says Hideo Kojima

After that, the director of Death Stranding 2 may "finally decide to make a film," especially since he's "getting on in years."

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Feels Like an Updated Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain, Says Kojima

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Feels Like an Updated Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain, Says Kojima

Visiting the DHV Magellan reminds the director of returning to Mother Base. VR Challenges also await across the game's Private Rooms.

Marathon’s Marketing Strategy Overhauled, Public Playtest Roadmap in the Works – Rumor

Marathon’s Marketing Strategy Overhauled, Public Playtest Roadmap in the Works – Rumor

Bungie has allegedly "pulled the plug" on the extraction shooter's marketing strategy, which included releasing a new trailer in June.

Marathon Developer’s Morale is in “Free-Fall” – Rumor

Marathon Developer’s Morale is in “Free-Fall” – Rumor

Reports allege that the "vibes have never been worse" following mixed impressions and a recent controversy over stolen art assets.

Marathon Uses Decals and Visual Style Stolen From Independent Artist, Confirms Bungie

Marathon Uses Decals and Visual Style Stolen From Independent Artist, Confirms Bungie

Bungie said that it will be implementing stricter checks to ensure that all artwork used in its assets are attributed correctly.