GameWorld

Netflix has horror movies galore—and is currently on a sci-fi high thanks to Zach Snyder’s Rebel Moon duology. It’s got dystopias covered, too, with Squid Game’s second season coming later this year. But the streamer also has plenty to offer in the way of the fantasy genre, including a current Oscar hopeful. Read more... http://dlvr.it/T28Bbz

Inner Sloth has released the first image for its upcoming animated series based on its popular multiplayer game Among Us, which is being developed by Big Mouth and Lower Decks studio Titmouse. http://dlvr.it/T28BLp

BKOM Studios has announced Madzik, a new fantasy-set co-op hack-and-slash with a dose of '80s vibe. It's in development for PC and due out later this year. http://dlvr.it/T27vwQ

Like almost any child born in the ‘90s, I was obsessed with all things Disney. When Mulan came out on VHS I would watch it, rewind it, then immediately watch it again. There was only one other thing I’d obsessively spend that much time on: Final Fantasy. After my introduction to Final Fantasy VII, I played it no less… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T27XMk

Granblue Fantasy: Relink will be available on February 1 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Ahead of its release, we sat down with the General Director, Tetsuya Fukuhara, and Director Yasuyuki Kaji from Cygames to discuss the efforts that went into this title. PlayStation Blog: As the release day approaches, tell us your feelings and […] http://dlvr.it/T26jRk

Kurt Russell has opened up about why he didn’t voice Solid Snake in Hideo Kojima’s Metal Gear Solid, despite the obvious inspiration taken from his Escape From New York character. http://dlvr.it/T25dCP

In a real Team Rocket move, thieves who stole 35,000 Pokémon cards from a San Jose collectibles store were caught on camera and mocked by staff as a result. http://dlvr.it/T25KGH

2004 was a great year for gaming on the go. The cargo shorts I wore were yet to become the much-maligned fashion no-no that they are today, and the Game Boy Advance SP was small enough to slip into one of my many baggy pants pockets while still leaving plenty of short-legged storage spare to hold my wallet, keys, and chunky flip-phone. As a result a significant amount of my gaming in those days was done on Nintendo handhelds, and one cartridge that traveled with me more than most was Mario vs. Donkey Kong. Fast forward to 2024 and, while I can’t quite squeeze a Nintendo Switch into one of the front pockets of my pants without walking with a noticeable limp, I can play a modern reimagining of Nintendo’s addictive puzzle-platformer complete with razor-sharp visuals, a bouncy orchestral score, and a number of welcome new quality of life improvements. I’ve only had my hands on the first four worlds of the Mario vs. Donkey Kong remake so far, but it’s already doing a great job of transpor

Visions of Mana isn't coming to Xbox Game Pass after all despite the official website saying it would. http://dlvr.it/T24y3x

Bandai Namco has revealed the first 24 characters that will be playable in the upcoming fighting game Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero - and they're all Goku and Vegeta variants. http://dlvr.it/T246sR

Hi everyone, 2024 has just begun and it’s time for our very first State of Play! The broadcast will be over 40 minutes long, and feature guest appearances from some of the most talented minds in gaming. Among many other updates, we’ll feature extended looks at Stellar Blade and Rise of the Ronin, two great […] http://dlvr.it/T22p2y

There’s almost never any Bloodborne news. Whenever the game does get talked about online, it’s either copium or hopium as fans of FromSoftware’s gothic Soulslike chomp at the bit for a remake or remaster of the 2015 action RPG. While no such thing is in the works as far as we know, there is a PS1-style Bloodborne… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T22lQ1

There’s a certain rarified echelon of video games that have birthed entire genres based on their innovation, and their fingerprints can still be spotted all over many games today. Super Mario Bros. defined the concept of a side-scrolling platformer, DOTA made the MOBA mainstream, and Doom is the benchmark for… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T22NQB

Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League is already down to £44 before its release day in the UK. http://dlvr.it/T21ygf

Gameplay of a canceled Call of Duty codenamed NX1 has leaked online, revealing an effort to release a futuristic game in the franchise from former Guitar Hero developer Neversoft. http://dlvr.it/T21Z2W

The weekend is finally here, and plenty of deals have arrived alongside it. From video games to new computer peripherals, there is no shortage of deals you don't want to miss out on. The best deals for Sunday, January 28, include an LG 32" gaming monitor, Meta Quest 2, Arcade1Up Cabinets, Splatoon 3, HORI Split Pad Compact, Armored Core 6, and more. LG 32" Ultra-Gear QHD 165Hz Gaming Monitor for $187 This LG Monitor has a steep discount you won't want to miss out on. Originally priced at $349.99, you can pick this QHD 165Hz monitor up for just $187 from Walmart right now. At 32", this is a big screen with all kinds of features to ensure you get the best playing experience possible. This monitor has SRGB 95% color gamut with HDR10 support, AMD FreeSync Premium, and a 1ms response time. Meta Quest 2 for $229 If you haven't yet purchased a VR headset, this deal on the Quest 2 is one of the lowest prices we've seen for the headset. The Meta Qu

It’s already been eight whole years since Final Fantasy XV, and its ending still gets us all choked up just thinking about it. Read on for all things Palworldand the highly unusual tale of mobile gameLove Live! School Idol Festival 2 Miracle Live. Read more... http://dlvr.it/T208hK

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Setting up a base is one of the very first things you’ll do when you’re getting started in Palworld. You’ll be building up your base throughout the game, so getting your location and layout right will save you plenty of headaches in the long run - here’s what we wish we knew starting out! Choose A Flat, Unobstructed Area After placing your Palbox down, you’ll see a large blue circle surrounding it - this is the buildable area for your base. You want this area to be as free as possible of any hills, cliffs, water, or other obstructions. You’ll need a lot of space for the structures and buildings you’ll eventually want to construct, some of which can be pretty large. As Pals wander around your base diligently working, they have an unfortunate tendency to get stuck and become unable to move, eventually becoming hungry, tired, and unwell. The clearer your base is, the less likely this is to happen! Include Harvestable Resources Nearby If you have harvestable resources, li

There’s more to do in Palworld than just capturing adorable not-Pokémon and forcing them into conscripted labor. You can also force them to mate! From Pal breeding to the best loadouts and attachments for the latest Warzoneweaponry, these are the week’s essential tips and guides. Read more... http://dlvr.it/T1yLkN

For a game we’ve all been calling “Pokémon with guns,” turns out there aren’t all that many guns in the first few hours of Palworld. But you know what there is far too much of? Crafting mechanics in video games. Anyway, here are our takes on this week’s news. Read more... http://dlvr.it/T1y3qK

Released on January 26, 2024, Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth is a satisfyingly deep RPG with a great story, wonderful characters, and tons of activities to complete. Featuring turn-based combat, a swappable class system, and plenty of rewarding opportunities to strategize, the latest game in what was formerly called… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T1xnFV

The first month of 2024 is coming to a close, and we’ve already been enjoying some fine games here at Kotaku. We hope this year has brought you some pleasant gaming experiences as well. Read more... http://dlvr.it/T1wfpF

Tekken 8 is out now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, and judging by the reviews, it rules. I’m stoked to play the game this weekend, particularly to take the French swordsman Victor Chevalier to the training lab. The roster is quite eclectic, with some familiar faces and new blood vying to be the King of the… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T1wfZ9

Kazuma Kiryu is the face of Yakuza. With such a legacy, it’s easy to see why Yakuza has struggled to move past its steely protagonist, but even before the introduction of the charismatic Ichiban Kasuga, an obscure spinoff proved that the franchise could do just fine without the Dragon of Dojima. Fourteen years later,… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T1wJzB

Dear Trailblazers, greetings from the Honkai: Star Rail dev team. Today, with great enthusiasm, we are thrilled to announce that the new realm of Honkai: Star Rail — Penacony — will unveil its mysterious veil in the forthcoming version 2.0, titled If One Dreams At Midnight. Additionally, we are excited to share that beyond introducing […] http://dlvr.it/T1vvjy

New survival sensation Palworld, which earned the nickname “Pokémon with guns,” has taken the darn internet by storm. Though its popularity is complicated by clear similarities to that other monster-catching game, many are finding absolute joy in its gameplay. That gameplay is due for some evolution itself in the near… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T1vW0r

Shapez 2 is like if you stripped down the moment-to-moment joys of a game like Satisfactory or Factorio to their most primal elements and left all the rest behind. There is something rewardingly meditative and Zen about it, especially with the positive vibes of its electric-orchestral soundtrack accompanying me on my journey through space. http://dlvr.it/T1sqMj

As a blend between The Witness' sprawling first-person puzzle box and some Breath of the Wild-style exploration, Islands of Insight is filled to the brim with challenges and intrigue, presenting a puzzle game with some compelling ideas for building a strange and intriguing setting where you and other players can solve puzzles together. http://dlvr.it/T1spwM

Even when it's messy and doesn’t feel like all the systems are fitting together perfectly, every bit of Helskate makes it obvious that I've never played a game quite like this before. Its unique cocktail of procedurally-generated progression, skating games of yesteryear, and beat ‘em ups is fun and frantic, and the brief time I spent with it has me very curious about what other tricks this one has in its arsenal. http://dlvr.it/T1spTH

This week’s PlayStation 5 update appears to have blocked the Cronus Zen device. http://dlvr.it/T1sNlh

The Day Before is dead and gone, but those behind the studio responsible aren’t quite done complaining yet. Apparently, according to a new statement from developer Fntastic, it’s not the developers’ fault that the disastrous game has bit the dust. The blame lies with the “bloggers” and “content creators” who’ve… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T1rzwm

In October 2021, developer Eidos-Montréal, the team behind the basically-dead live-service title Marvel’s Avengers, launched Guardians of the Galaxy. The single-player, third-person shooter was excellent, offering great combat, likable characters, solid puzzles, and gorgeous environments. It received generally… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T0z1NK

Massive Entertainment’s upcoming open-world Star Wars game, Outlaws, is coming to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S sometime in 2024. The game doesn’t follow Jedi and deal with The Force, but instead will give us a look into the seedier side of life in the Star Wars universe as it follows the exploits of a… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T0z191

It’s nearly three in the morning. I’ve been sitting in front of my TV playing a new Lego game for almost six hours. My wife is in the same room and playing the same game with me. We’ve completely lost track of time. When I finally realize how late it is and that we probably should go to bed, I’m somewhat surprised to… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T0z0z6

Cyberpunk 2077 developer CD Projekt Red has revealed the game's Phantom Liberty expansion has sold more than five million copies. http://dlvr.it/T0ykMC

The fated day has come: If you are still using Windows 7, 8, or 8.1 you might need to upgrade to Windows 10 or 11 soon, as Valve’s massively popular digital storefront, Steam, no longer officially supports those older operating systems. Read more... http://dlvr.it/T0yMv9

Pokémon Concierge is concentrated delight and whimsy cutting through Netflix’s rancid vibes. While the streaming service has been more than willing to cut jobs within its animation branch and has opted to use AI to fill in the gaps it’s created while raising its subscription price, Concierge is such an entertaining… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T0wftq

If you’ve been playing Grand Theft Auto V or GTA Online via Game Pass lately, you might need to pony up and buy a copy to sustain your criminal enterprise. Rockstar’s crime saga is expected to leave Xbox Game Pass in about two weeks. Read more... http://dlvr.it/T0wNxq

Microsoft has announced the games coming to Xbox Game Pass in January 2024, with Assassin's Creed Valhalla and Resident Evil 2 headlining this month's offerings. http://dlvr.it/T0wNgj

Nightmare Forge Games has announced Infestation Origins, a new 1-4 player survival horror co-op game that aims to infuse nostalgia with terror (in the vein of Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey) by twisting the now-in-the-public-domain Steamboat Willie into something much scarier. It's in development for PC. http://dlvr.it/T0wNLT

The results of 2023’s Steam Awards are in. Each year, Steam turns to the community to vote on the year’s best games across a wide variety of categories. This year saw Larian Studios’ RPG Baldur’s Gate 3 grab game of the year, while Lethal Company, a first-person cooperative horror game, got the “Better With Friends… Read more... http://dlvr.it/T0w1p8

Just six months after its much-hyped return to Xbox Game Pass, Grand Theft Auto V is set to once again drive off into the sunset. As spotted on Twitter and elsewhere, GTA 5 is among the games that will be leaving the subscription service soon. Other notable departures include Persona 4 Golden and Persona 3 Portable. Here's the full list of impending removals on console. Leaving #XboxGamePass on Jan 15th - Grand Theft Auto 5 🎮 - Persona 3 Portable 🎮🖥️ - Persona 4 Golden 🎮🖥️ - Garden Story 🎮🖥️ - MotoGP 22 🎮🖥️ Console PC pic.twitter.com/PEwvkA7fWE— Idle Sloth💙💛 (@IdleSloth84_) January 2, 2024 * Grand Theft Auto V [Xbox Series X|S] * Grand Theft Auto V [Xbox One] * Persona 3 Portable * Persona 4 Golden * Garden Story * MotoGP 22 The games listed will be available until January 15, after which they'll be available for up to 20 percent off. Xbox will also be rotating in a new selection of games for subscribers. GTA V has been in and out of X

In a new interview, Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto said he is worried less about retirement than "the day I fall over." http://dlvr.it/T0t7cG

After a lengthy legal battle, Frogwares is now the sole publisher of The Sinking City on all platforms, including PC. http://dlvr.it/T0t7Nn

Star Wars Outlaws, the highly anticipated open world game from Ubisoft, will be released in late 2024. Ubisoft has since said it has corrected the narrower release window to 2024. http://dlvr.it/T0t7Cg

Happy new year, PlayStation Stars members! We’ve got a fresh array of challenges, campaigns, and collectibles to kickstart your 2024 gaming journey. Let’s dive straight into what’s new this month. PlayStation & You: Access controllerAvailable January 2 Available only to active Access controller owners. Create new ways to play with this highly customizable controller kit […] http://dlvr.it/T0snb5

As Microsoft works to fix a bug that deletes Baldur's Gate 3 save files on Xbox, Larian Studios has offered a temporary work-around. http://dlvr.it/T0rJrT

Square Enix president Takashi Kiryu has penned a New Year's Letter that outlines some of his vision for the company, and it reveals it plans to "be aggressive in applying AI and other cutting-edge technologies to both our content development and our publishing functions." http://dlvr.it/T0r7Lf

Maybe you finally got Baldur’s Gate 3 this past week after pining for it for months and want some help tackling its tactical battles, or maybe you’re more interested in looking ahead to what early 2024 has to offer. Whatever the case, our roundup of tips and informative posts likely has something for you. Read more... http://dlvr.it/T0qxHz