After teasing an upcoming chapter inspired by Dungeons & Dragons, Dead by Daylight has revealed its next killer pulled from the pages of the fantasy pen-and-paper RPG: Vecna, long-running mega-baddie and inspiration for the Stranger Things villain. He’ll be voiced by Critical Role dungeon master Matthew Mercer and haunt a new dungeon map, where you’ll
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The developers of the Greek god pulverizing simulator Hades 2 have announced that the game will be receiving its first patch later this month. Among the changes being introduced, the way resource gathering tools are used is one of the main areas that will be tweaked. The pickaxe, for example, which is used to mine
The Strong, a New York-based “museum of play,” has been curating a Hall of Fame that celebrates the most important games and creators in the industry. While some may view these accolades as simply a marketing ploy, there is a sense of nostalgia and appreciation for the impact that these games have had on the
Instruments of Destruction offers a unique gaming experience that doesn’t waste time with unnecessary explanations. The game’s launch trailer sets the tone with a clear directive: “Take this vehicle, destroy those buildings. Do I really need to explain why?” This smashing simulator, created by Luke Schneider and his team, brings a refreshing twist to the
In a surprising turn of events, Warner Bros., the former owners of the Adult Swim Games publishing label, have reached out to developers to return ownership of their game’s Steam pages. This move comes after a period of uncertainty when it seemed like all Adult Swim Games would be delisted. Developers like Landon Podbielski and
Upon first loading up the free Steam combat demo of the open-world fantasy RPG Runes, it became immediately apparent that this game emits a deeply powerful aura. The MSI Afterburner’s fan control went berserk, reflecting the intense experience that was about to unfold. Despite the untextured enemies resembling Metal Gear Solid’s cyborg ninja, the sheer
In a recent internal townhall meeting at Microsoft, Matt Booty, the head of Xbox Game Studios, made a surprising statement that highlighted the company’s new direction. He emphasized the need for “smaller games that give us prestige and awards,” signaling a shift towards a different type of game development strategy. This move comes in the
In the world of video games, the importance of balancing weapons cannot be understated. One recent example that highlights this issue is the case of cheery co-op shooter Helldivers 2. This game was at the center of controversy when Sony required Steam players to have a PSN account for security reasons. This move resulted in
As the news of Hi-Fi Rush studio Tango and Prey’s Arkane Austin being shuttered by Microsoft continues to settle in, the impact of these closures is becoming more evident. According to Bloomberg, these closures were part of a broader cost-cutting initiative that is still ongoing. It seems that ZeniMax studios are the main target of
The recent update to Shadows of Doubt introduced “Sharpshooter Assassins” armed with high-powered rifles, adding a new level of intrigue to the game’s crime-solving mechanics. Players must now determine the killer’s vantage point by analyzing bullet trajectories and then proceed to locate the murder weapon and witnesses at a secondary crime scene. While the concept