Cyberpunk 2077 Multiplayer on Hold Until Single-Player is Fixed

It’s been a surprising launch week forCyberpunk 2077, a game which for most fans was their most anticipated 2020 release. After 8 years of development and numerous delays,Cyberpunk 2077had a disasterous launch, especially on base current gen platforms like the Xbox One and PS4. While not as prevalent on next gen consoles, PC, or higher end current gen consoles, the amount of technical and performance issues has ledcompanies like Sony to delist the gamefrom its online store while numerous outlets are offering full refunds to players....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 467 words · Matthew Mendez

Destiny 2's Upcoming Vex Mythoclast Nerf Won't Be as Bad as Some Fear

This week, developer Bungie gaveDestiny 2players a small taste of what they can expect from the upcoming 30th Anniversary pack. First, a new product listing for the pack appeared that explains some of its previously-unknown contents, including a special helmet ornament, an exotic sparrow, and a unique emblem. The pack will also include a new 3-player dungeon for fireteams to complete with unique gear to collect and the returning apparentlyGjallarhorn unlockedupon its completion....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 491 words · Mary Williams

Dr Disrespect Teases Line of Gamer Shoes

It seems like every weekYouTubestreamer Dr Disrespect finds his way into the gaming news, and it is not hard to understand why. The six-foot eight-inch gaming personality is making a name for himself not only by playing games but also by making them. In addition to hisAAA development studio known as Midnight Society, the Doc recently hinted at expanding his brand in an exciting albeit unusual direction with a possible new piece of gaming merchandise....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 504 words · Daniel Miller

Elden Ring Player Makes Snoop Dogg

Since the game released, theElden Ringcommunity has done an excellent job of keeping the discussion around the challenging RPG going. From entertaining posts and gorgeous fan art to silly clips and memorable character creations,Elden Ringfans have seen plenty of content based on the Lands Between - and now, Snoop Dogg has been made within the game. The beloved rapper is the latest in a long line of memorable character creations. Thus far, fans have made characters from other video games, such as Venom Snake fromMetal Gear Solid 5andSonic the Hedgehog....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 463 words · Keith Ryan

Epic Games and Xbox Donating Fortnite Proceeds to Help Humanitarian Relief Efforts in Ukraine

The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has sparked a lot of controversy in the gaming community, though most are showing overwhelming support to Ukraine through various means, including stopping business with Russia. In retaliation to sanctions, the Russian government responded bylegalizing video game piracyin the country.Many big-name corporations have already stopped commercial activities with Russia to display their solidarity with Ukraine. Sony becomes the latest to go against Russia, as they havestopped all Playstation sales in the country....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 462 words · Katherine Banks

Final Fantasy 7 Remake: 10 Hidden Details You Didn't Notice About Midgar

Tetsuya Nomura and Yoshinori Kitase prove a fan’s love for a franchise can stay for more than 20 years. Square Enix finally releasedFinal Fantasy 7Remakein 2020, fulfilling fan clamor for a remake of the 1997PlayStation 1classic. This time, theFinal Fantasygame goes to modern consoles with its characters and story intact but with entirely revamped graphics and gameplay. RELATED:Final Fantasy 7 Remake Producer Comments on How Many Parts the Game Will Be...

August 6, 2025 · 6 min · 1177 words · Cody Wright

Final Fantasy: 10 Things You Never Knew About The Malboro

Final Fantasyis one of the longest-running gaming franchises out there having released its first title back in 1987 for the NES. The series has grown in quality, prestige, and scope, with it now having fifteen main numbered game titles and a whole range of spin-off titles, remakes, and remasters available. RELATED:Final Fantasy: The 10 Cutest Creatures In The Series, Ranked Understandably,Final Fantasyhas a massive fan following and it is one of the most popular gaming franchises to date....

August 6, 2025 · 6 min · 1114 words · Diana Butler

Fox News Suggests Mass Shootings Have 'Gotten So Much Worse' Because of Violent Video Games

Multiple mass shootings took place in the US this past weekend. One of thesemass shootings happened at a grocery store in Buffalo, New York, where an 18-year-old white male shot and killed 10 people while injuring three others. The shooter’s alleged manifesto indicates that the attack was racially motivated - a theory that is backed up by the fact that 11 of the 13 victims were black. Assuming the manifesto is legitimate, the shooter is a self-described white supremacist and fascist, inspired by far-right rhetoric and conspiracy theories like the “Great Replacement” theory....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 466 words · Evan Lopez

Frustrating Overwatch Glitch Allows Hollywood Attackers To Get Kills From Spawn Room

Overwatchhas always been a fairly polished game, with glitches rarely cropping up and Blizzard solving them quickly when they do appear. Hopefully, the trend of quick fixes continues with the latestOverwatchbug, as it is completely breaking the Hollywood map. While some funny bugs have seen theOverwatchheroD.Va launching out of Eichenwaldeor getting trapped in the sky, this exploit is hardly a laughing matter. The glitch in question allows attackers on Hollywood to get out of map while in the spawn room, letting them get an early shot on enemies before the round officially begins....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 473 words · Gary Lawrence

Gears of War Creator CliffyB Has Ideas for New Game

Veterans of the gaming industry likely recognize the name Cliff Bleszinski, who more commonly goes by CliffB, as a long-time video game designer who is well-known as a key development figure of the ongoingGears of Warseries. Though Bleszinski has largely been out of the development landscape for a couple of years, it seems as though he may be making a return to the industry sometime in the future. Recently, Bleszinski wrote on Facebook about how gaming success stories likeFall GuysandAmong Ushave inspired him with ideas to create a smaller game....

August 6, 2025 · 2 min · 418 words · Angela Gregory

Genshin Impact: Taste of Home Commission Guide/Secret Achievement

After reaching the newly added area of Inazuma,Genshin Impactplayers will have the option to unlock daily commissions in the region. Completing these daily commissions is an excellent way forGenshin Impactplayers to gradually earn the ascension materials required for the Inazuma banner characters. Like the daily commissions available in Mondstadt and Liyue, there are severalsecretGenshin Impactachievementstied to the random commissions that players receive in Inazuma. While most of these secret achievements are gradually unlocked over time, there are several – like the Liyue Ichiban achievement – that are easily missed....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 434 words · Megan Williams

Ghost of Tsushima Has a Chiburi Feature

Ghost of Tsushimadeveloper Sucker Punch Productions reveals one of the game’s grossest, but most historical gameplay features. Fans will have seen the feature in every singleGhost of Tsushimagameplay videobut Sucker Punch Productions hadn’t spoken much about it. Speaking to VG247,Ghost of Tsushimacreative director Jason Connell revealed how a feature called “chiburi” works. Chiburi, a Japanese term which literally means “shaking off the blood,” is when a samurai flicks their sword to remove blood after a kill....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 440 words · Billy Brown

Hogwarts Legacy DLC Should Hone In on an Underutilized Series Staple

Hogwarts Legacyincludes many ghost NPC characters who, in many ways, are an underused series staple from theHarry Potteruniverse, with some fantastic, funny, or often crucial ghost characters, like Nearly Headless Nick and Moaning Myrtle.Hogwarts Legacyalso includes some memorable encounters with ghosts. However, these aren’t necessarily available to all players or are limited to one-liner NPC comments as players wander the halls of Hogwarts Castle, encountering ghosts sword-fighting or dancing in places like the Deathday Party Room....

August 6, 2025 · 4 min · 656 words · April Snyder