Bethesda confirmed Fallout: New Vegas and Fallout 3 are getting remasters. Plus, Obsidian and longtime director Josh Sawyer are working on a NEW Fallout game as well. The Fallout 3 it was making was never released. Thankfully we got New Vegas. (IGN Expert Mode - 2017 | youtu.be/680DcX9R3Js?...)

When is The Duskbloods, From Software's exclusive, PVP-PVE Switch 2 game coming out? It officially got its network test date for Aug. 21-23. Based on past network tests, this would usually suggest a December 2026 release. But GTA 6's Nov. 19th blast zone could mean it hits sooner.

Destiny 2 may be at its end, but the friends and memories we made will not be lost to the dark corners of time. Excited to head back to GCX (@gcxevent.bsky.social) on July 24-25. I’ve been to nearly all of them since it was “DestinyCon” some 10 years ago. Hope to see you in Orlando, guardians.

Metroid Dread released nearly 5 years ago. We're due for a follow-up. "Metroid Ravenous." A Brazil Ministry of Justice filing leaked the title's potential existence & 2026 target. Dread released Oct. 8, 2021 and received high 90%+ ratings. (Source: Polygon/Famiboards -- Vid: Metroid Dread)

Little known, I'm a huge fan of logo exploration and have done a lot of choosing/directing there. It was very cool to see @trevorbasset.bsky.social's design work on Destiny 2. The official The Final Shape logo was the right choice, but I love this pyramid-inspired design (right).

AI and data centers are eating the games business alive as it forces rising costs across the industry. After August 2026: - Xbox Series X (1TB) -- $750 - ...Series S (1TB) -- $600 - PS5 (825GB) -- $600 - Switch 2 (Joy-Cons only) -- $450 - Steam Machine 512GB (no controller) -- $1050

Season 3 hits September 22nd and will include a revamp to the "beginner map," Perimeter -- new areas, encounters, and gameplay. It will also feature a new runner shell, new weapons, and "lots of other content and surprises."

Instead, you'll earn a new currency to exchange into upgrades for the special Vault Breaker kits -- and also gear that can be used in other modes.

Marathon's experimental, PVE-only mode will arrive after July 21st. In "Vault Breaker," you'll explore the endgame map, Cryo Archive as solo, duos, or trios. Free of the thirsty PVP crowd, the idea is you can explore and face PVE enemies, but any gear or items you find stays behind if you exfil.

And the latest I could see Laufey is Feb/Mar. 2027 to keep it inside their fiscal year. @jasonschreier.bsky.social of Bloomberg also seems to hint inside knowledge that it "isn't years away."

God of War Laufey's PS5 release date is effectively "coming soon, wishlist now." That would usually put it on track to release between October - December 2026. I suspect @PlayStation just wants to give Wolverine the pre-order spotlight for now.

God of War Laufey looks sick. Key art is giving serious 1980s fantasy novel vibes. ⚔️🔥 And the 20-minute reveal was a throwback to the series' comeback announcement from E3 2016.

Reviews are in and Saros looks to be another exclusive hit for PS5. Today is also the 5th anniversary of Returnal. Sony-owned Finnish studio Housemarque brings more bullet hell and roguelite action. Are you jumping in? Game Informer – 93% GameSpot – 90% Eurogamer – 80% GamesRadar – 80% IGN – 70%

Glad to see Capcom's cooking streak continues. And with a new franchise... Pragmata is a third-person "sci-fi action adventure" and it's landing top scores across the board. GameSpot - 90% IGN - 80% Game Informer - 80% GamesRadar - 80% Eurogamer - 80% Out April 17 on PC, PS5, Switch 2, Xbox X|S

Had to do a double-take. Thought this was a @marathonthegame.bungie.net NuCaloric ad. tbh after about 100 hours of grinding you might need this

It promises exclusive loot, sealed frozen vaults, security puzzles, and new PVE enemy forms. How ready do you feel two weeks after launch?

Marathon's new, fourth map Cryo Archive is imminent and not for the faint of heart. Likely inspired by Destiny's dungeons and raids. Game director Joe Ziegler warns, "Surviving will be a challenge for even the most prepared... [It's] a pinnacle challenge in more ways than one."

Ghost of Yotei's separate, free, co-op multiplayer mode "Legends" launches tomorrow, March 10. I absolutely loved the mode in Tsushima. They are even bringing back the "hardcore" raid: ..."you actually need four players to complete it."

To state the obvious: free-to-play PVP shooters are wildly popular. Arc Raiders is a rare, immense success as a new, paid shooter with PVP.

❕NOTE: Concurrents are a live snapshot of real-time players on PC, not total unique players or purchased copies. Arc Raiders has sold upwards of 15MM copies since launch. Additionally, total player counts are often 50% or more on consoles.

Tired of Marathon charts about Steam concurrents? Me too, but here's one with relevant context. Marathon vs. Paid PVP Shooters (Steam-only) 📊Average concurrents since March 5 launch. - Arc Raiders --> 155K - Marathon --> 60K - Battlefield 6 --> 44K - Hunt: Showdown -->16K

Xbox has announced its next-gen console(s): "Project Helix." No doubt a rebirth of the 2016 codename, which aimed to better unify Xbox and Windows PC as one. Newly crowned @Xbox CEO Asha Shar touted, "[it] will lead in performance and play your Xbox and PC games."

Marathon opens up about launch plans, Season 1 and teases Season 2. A few things that stood out to me: - 28 weapons - Outpost, 3rd map, locked until day after launch (for leveling) - Cryo Archive, pinnacle 4th map with puzzles, is a "community unlock" activity (Cont'd)

Highguard is getting a final "goodbye patch" as it announces servers will shut down on March 12. - New character - New weapon - Account progression - Skill trees Dev. Wildlight said, "Since launch, more than 2 million players stepped into Highguard’s world. ... For that, we are deeply grateful."

Marathon's free demo weekend launches imminently. A brief guide: - Feb. 26, 10 AM PT --> March 2, 10 AM PT - Steam (PC), PS5, Xbox S | X - Progress does NOT carry over to full game - 2 maps (of 4 currently known) - 5 of 6 characters to try ... (cont'd)

Highguard released a content update, a sign of life as it rolls into a critical weekend. Wildlight: "...we aim to bring a new game mode focused on the Raid experience, as well as some balance adjustments to weapons, among other things." More store updated: some owlbear mount and airship attire.

We know, from documents stolen during the 2023 Insomniac Games hack, that Bluepoint had pitched an original high-fantasy IP, perhaps in the style of Dark Souls. It's readily available on Imgur. Similarly, the leaked environment shots of work on the canceled God of War live-service title.

Savvy ex-Retro Studios staff helped form Bluepoint in the early 2000s. The team’s technical excellence led to a custom engine and: - Blast Factor PS3 | 2006 - Titanfall 1 Xbox 360 (Port) | 2014 - MGS HD Collection Remasters | 2011 - Shadow of the Colossus Remake | 2018 - Demon’s Souls Remake | 2020

PlayStation is closing Bluepoint. How we went from the talented studio making one of the most highly rated PlayStation 5 titles to its closure is profane. Live-service bets likely played a part. BP was tasked w/ the canceled God of War multiplayer game. Via Bloomberg @jasonschreier.bsky.social

The Elder Scrolls 6 release is "going to be a while yet..." This, according to Bethesda Studios' Todd Howard. @kindafunnyvids.bsky.social interviewed studio head today. The majority of the 500-person studio is on the game along with partners.