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Intel Patents RGB-Lit CPUs and We're Confused
Intel has published a patent for CPUs with built-in Micro-LED arrays, filed in 2022. The lights could be decorative or diagnostic, but seeing them under a cooler is a challenge.
FF7 Revelation Dev: We Still Don't Know the Perfect Combat Balance
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation battle director Teruki Endo admits he still hasn't found the ideal mix of turn-based and real-time combat, but that's what keeps him from getting tired of the trilogy.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Hits 60fps on Switch 2, No Native Version Needed?
The Castlevania: Belmont's Curse demo runs at 60fps on Switch 2 despite no native version. Fans rejoice, but resolution takes a hit.
Diablo 4 Season 15: Broken Hellfire Torch Charm Won't Be Fixed
Blizzard acknowledges the Hellfire Torch interaction in Diablo 4 Season 15 is unintended but won't change it mid-season to avoid disrupting player investments.
Elder Scrolls Online's Big 'Renaissance': What's Changing
ZeniMax Online Studios is moving ESO away from annual expansions toward a new season system with varied content, a shift the game director calls a 'renaissance.'
Xbox CEO: Working With PlayStation Still on the Table After Physint Shakeup
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says collaboration with PlayStation can coexist with competition, even after Kojima's Physint moved to Xbox. Forza Horizon 6 and Fable are still coming to PS5.
Inkbound-style Roguelike 'Ink Realm' Hits PS5 in China
Chinese action roguelike 'Ink Realm' launches on PS5 in China with three autumn-exclusive skins, following its 'Very Positive' Steam reception.
Battlefield 6 and Redsec Drop Major Update: What's Changing
Battlefield Studios reveals a big new update for Battlefield 6 and Battlefield Redsec, with vehicle, anti-air, gunplay and matchmaking changes ahead of Season 5 and Year 2.
Sony's Strategy Is Going Back to the PS4 Era, Says Ex-PlayStation Boss
Former PlayStation Studios head Shuhei Yoshida says Sony's renewed focus on exclusives and console players mirrors its PS4-era thinking, with platform business now calling the shots.
Daniel Wu Joins Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, Premieres October 20
CD PROJEKT RED has confirmed actor Daniel Wu will voice Kirill Yang in Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, which premieres October 20.
Kena: Scars of Kosmora Delayed to 2027, Ember Lab Promises Bigger Adventure
Sony and Ember Lab have pushed Kena: Scars of Kosmora from 2026 to 2027, with the team vowing to deliver a larger, more polished sequel that surpasses the original.
Gears of War: E-Day Scores 87 on OpenCritic, Called Series' Best
Gears of War: E-Day has debuted to critical acclaim, earning an 87 on OpenCritic and a 90% recommendation rate, with many outlets calling it the best in the series and a triumphant return to Xbox exclusivity.
Ubisoft's Massive Rebrand: Creative House 2 Now Called Massive Entertainment
Ubisoft rebrands Creative House 2 as Massive Entertainment, sharing the name with its Swedish studio. The move affects Tom Clancy teams in Montreal, Paris, Sweden, and Toronto.
Control Resonant Photo Mode Mod Hits PC, Console Wait Continues
PC players can now mod in a photo mode for Control Resonant, while console players must wait until November for the official release. A new update also adds New Game++ and more.
Gears of War: E-Day Campaign Length Revealed
Gears of War: E-Day's campaign takes 10-14 hours on normal difficulty, with five acts and optional side content. Here's the full mission list and how long to beat it.
007 First Light's Free Extended Operations Update Adds Racing, Photo Mode, and More
IO Interactive's free Extended Operations update for 007 First Light is out now on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, bringing the Valhalla Protocol race, photo mode, Jungle Heist mission, new weapons, outfits, New Game+, and a punishing 00 diff
Witcher 3 Remastered Patch Fixes Overly Bright Lighting
CD Projekt Red has released a new patch for The Witcher 3 Remastered that addresses the game's overly bright lighting on consoles and Xbox Play Anywhere. A PC hotfix for a save game issue is also in the works.
Xbox's Physint Deal: Kojima Spy Game May Cost Under $200M
Xbox reportedly snagged Hideo Kojima's Physint for far less than expected, possibly under $200 million, after Sony dropped the project. The deal also covers film and TV adaptations.
Uncharted 5 Reportedly in the Works with Nathan Drake
A new report suggests Naughty Dog is developing Uncharted 5, with Shaun Escayg directing and Nathan Drake set to appear. It could be the studio's next game after Intergalactic.
Control Resonant's Spongy Enemies? Try Back Buttons
Spongy enemies in Control Resonant causing button-mashing fatigue? Discover how back buttons and macro functions on your controller can ease the pain and improve your combat experience.
Helldivers Movie Pushed to 2028: Why That's Good News
Sony delays the Helldivers movie from November 2027 to June 2028. With Alan Ritchson replacing Jason Momoa, the extra time could be a blessing.
MW4 Mastery Camos: All 9 Grinds for Multiplayer, Warzone & DMZ
Modern Warfare 4 brings nine mastery camos across multiplayer, Warzone, and DMZ, plus new prestige camo variants. Here's everything we know about unlocking them.
Arc Raiders Devs Drop the Hammer on Cheaters: Permanent Bans Now Standard
Embark Studios is getting tougher on Arc Raiders cheaters with permanent bans, hardware bans, and improved anti-cheat, as they admit cheating will never fully go away.
Gears of War: E-Day Campaign Review: A Triumphant Return to Form
Our review-in-progress of Gears of War: E-Day's campaign praises its detailed city, intense cover shooting, and emotional story, but notes melee combat feels soft. Multiplayer review coming later.