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Aliens: Fireteam Elite, Stardew Valley, Halo Infinite, And More Join Xbox Game Pass This Month

Happy Holidays, Xbox fans. Once again, a bevy of prominent titles are joining the Game Pass catalog. We’ve got some classic, recent-popular, and day-one titles coming this month. So, get ready for your very own Xbox-themed winter wonderland and check…

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Crimson Clover and Castle of Shikigami 2 hit Steam next week

27 mins ago Destructoid

Stock up on blister Band-Aids Monday is going to be one helluva day for button-mashers, as Degica Games has announced… The post Crimson Clover and Castle of Shikigami 2 hit Steam next week appeared first on Destructoid. Continue Reading at…

Nintendo

Paradise Lost Is A Post-Apocalyptic Walking Simulator Shuffling Onto Switch This Week

27 mins ago Nintendo Life

“WWII persisted for 20 more years”. Launching in just a couple of days’ time on Nintendo Switch is Paradise Lost, a “post-apocalyptic, alt-history narrative adventure” from publisher All in! Games and developer PolyAmourous. Now available to pre-order on the eShop,…

Playstation

Deep Rock Galactic Is Coming To PlayStation Consoles Next Year

34 mins ago Gamespot

Starting sometime in January 2022, players on PlayStation consoles can finally find out what it’s like to be a grog-swilling, asteroid mining dwarf in space. Deep Rock Galactic, the co-op mining first-person shooter from developer Ghost Ship Games is ending…

Xbox

Xbox Game Pass Is Closing Out 2021 With A Bang

37 mins ago Kotaku

Next week, Halo Infinite, which has had its free-to-play multiplayer mode playable for some time now, comes to Xbox Game Pass in full. But Microsoft’s games-on-demand service is getting a whole lot more than one deliriously anticipated first-person shooter, as…

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Video Game Release Dates: Biggest Games of 2021 and Beyond

55 mins ago IGN

Looking at December's video game release dates, it's clear that the year is winding down in terms of new titles. But it's not done yet, and at least one of 2021's biggest games is set to come out this month…

Nintendo

'Poland's Asterix' Is Getting A Switch-Exclusive Game, Written By A Former CD Projekt RED Staffer

57 mins ago Nintendo Life

“Kayko and Kokosh” will coincide with a new Netflix show. Unless you’re from Poland, there’s a good chance that the names ‘Kajko’ and ‘Kokosz’ won’t mean an awful lot to you. First published in 1972, Janusz Christa’s comic books have…

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New US Congress Bill Could Ban Bots Used To Purchase Consoles

1 hour ago Game Informer

A new bill introduced to Congress could automatically ban bots often used by resellers to buy consoles such as the PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X. This news comes by way of Video Games Chronicle, which reports that the bill,…

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Everything we know about Call of Duty: Vanguard and Warzone Pacific Season 1

1 hour ago PC Gamer

Looking for details on Warzone Pacific Season 1? This year's Call of Duty instalment, Vanguard, launched last month, but like last year, we've had to wait for its full integration with Warzone. As usual, you can expect new weapons, operators,…

Xbox

Halo Infinite: Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Subscribers Will Get Monthly Bonuses

1 hour ago IGN

Microsoft has announced that subscribers to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate will gain access to monthly bonuses in Halo Infinite, just for being signed up for the service. In a new blog post shared on the Xbox website, the company announced…

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Behold This Glorious Custom Sea Of Thieves Controller

1 hour ago Gamespot

The Xbox wireless controller isn’t just a superb peripheral with improved ergonomic design, it’s also a great canvas for people to express their artistic side with. One master of this craft is PopeArt, whose latest Xbox wireless controller project has…

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PSA: The Destiny 2 Anniversary DLC only works on platforms you buy it on

1 hour ago Destructoid

It’s out on December 7 So this situation isn’t nearly as sneaky as locking dungeons behind special editions, but it’s… The post PSA: The Destiny 2 Anniversary DLC only works on platforms you buy it on appeared first on Destructoid.…

Final Fantasy XIV: PlayStation controller guide for DualSense and DualShock 4 controllers

1 hour ago Playstation Blog

For newcomers, Final Fantasy XIV can seem daunting. Not only does the MMO boast a rich world of adventure, sidequests, captivating characters and more, but it comes packaged with extensive control options to help you to interact with it all. …

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Firegirl: Hack 'n Splash Rescue Won't Bring The Heat To Consoles Until 2022

1 hour ago Nintendo Life

Hype doused, for now. Firegirl: Hack ‘n Splash Rescue is a rather promising upcoming ‘roguelite’, with eye-catching visuals and all sorts of mechanics based around dousing fires. Unfortunately it’s been confirmed today that while it’s still hitting its 14th December…

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Rumour: PS1 JRPG Chrono Cross Really Is Getting a Remaster

1 hour ago Push Square

It’s that time again. Today in rumours that simply refuse to die: PlayStation JRPG Chrono Cross is being remastered, presumably for current or last-gen consoles — or both. Indeed, this gossip has being doing the rounds for months, but the…

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Stardew Valley Patch 1.5.5 Adds Even More Mod Support

2 hours ago Gamespot

Stardew Valley’s update 1.1.5 is officially live and features more modding support, along with several quality-of-life improvements. Patch 1.1.5 is a rather small update so it doesn’t include any major gameplay content, but the patch does include various internal changes…

Xbox

Halo Infinite: Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Subscribers To Get Monthly Multiplayer Bonuses

2 hours ago Game Informer

Halo Infinite’s multiplayer has been out for a couple of weeks now, and besides some issues with battle pass progression, it’s been widely received as a great comeback for the series. Starting next week, it’s going to get even better…

Xbox

All The Xbox Game Pass Titles Leaving December 15

2 hours ago Gamespot

In addition to the new additions to Xbox Game Pass in December, Microsoft is removing some games. Six titles have been announced for removal in the first half of the month. Titles leaving Game Pass on December 15 include Beholder,…

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Comprehensive collection of game delay announcements a reminder that making games is hard

2 hours ago PC Gamer

Youtuber Mark Brown, best-known for the Game Maker's Toolkit series, recently posted some images—well quite a lot of images actually—from his private collection. The topic: Game delay announcements. You know, I’m something of a collector.What do I collect?Why, the images…

The Way Of Wrath Is An Upcoming Switch RPG With An Intriguing 10-Day Gameplay Setup

2 hours ago Nintendo Life

Will you survive? The Way of Wrath is an upcoming RPG that’s planned to launch for Nintendo Switch in 2022, publisher Hooded Horse has confirmed. Developed by Animmal, the game is set during the Bronze Age and throws players into…

Xbox

Stardew Valley is coming to Xbox Game Pass, so you have no excuse not to try it

2 hours ago Destructoid

Stardew Valley Game Pass is a perfect Christmas present There are probably dozens of you out there who haven’t played Stardew… The post Stardew Valley is coming to Xbox Game Pass, so you have no excuse not to try it…

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Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Members Get Monthly Halo Infinite Bonuses

2 hours ago Gamespot

Halo Infinite’s campaign mode will be free for everyone with an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription across Xbox, PC, and cloud when it launches next week, but that isn’t all subscribers get with their monthly fee. Starting at launch and…

Trailers

New Sons Of The Forest Trailer Is Terrifyingly Brutal, Spring 2022 Release Announced

2 hours ago Game Informer

I loved The Forest. My small team of survivors committed a little under forty hours building fortifications around the crash zone, scouring for food and rare weapons in sprawling underground caverns, and keeping cannibals and, later, grotesque mutants at bay.…

Xbox

Xbox Game Pass For December Includes Halo Infinite, Among Us, Stardew Valley, And More

2 hours ago Gamespot

Microsoft has announced the new additions to Xbox Game Pass for the first half of December, and the list includes what might be the program’s biggest new release ever, Halo Infinite. Halo Infinite’s campaign arrives for Xbox Game Pass across…

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Metroid Dread developer MercurySteam new game is codenamed Project Iron

2 hours ago My Nintendo News

MercurySteam, the talented developers behind the critically acclaimed Metroid Dread, have announced that they are busy working on their new project which is codenamed, Project Iron, which is described by the company as a a third person action RPG set…

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Watch the FIA Certified Gran Turismo Championships World Finals this weekend

2 hours ago Playstation Blog

The 2021 iteration of the FIA Certified Gran Turismo Championships reaches its climax next weekend (December 3-5) with the World Finals set to be broadcast live from PlayStation and Gran Turismo YouTube and Facebook pages. It’s a special event, as…

Trailers

Exclusive Assetto Corsa Competizione Trailer Reveals New-Gen Upgrades

2 hours ago IGN

IGN is pleased to exclusively debut the new trailer for Assetto Corsa Competizione, showcasing the new features coming as part of the newly upgraded PS5 and Xbox Series X/S versions. The free upgrade will bring Assetto Corsa Competizione up to…

Xbox

Coming Soon to Xbox Game Pass: Halo Infinite, Among Us, Stardew Valley, and More

2 hours ago XBox Wire

It’s the start of December, and the gaming possibilities are… infinite… (pretend I’m doing a very cheeky wink right now). We have a great group of games coming to you, including some day one gems you’ll want to get your…

Review: Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain for Nintendo Switch

2 hours ago My Nintendo News

Dr Lobe is back after a lengthy hiatus to put our minds to the test and bring us a collection of brain-flexing puzzles, which can be tackled alone, online or with up to four people in local play. With a…

Battlefield 22's Peak PC Player Numbers Have Dropped Significantly Since Launch

3 hours ago Gamespot

Battlefield 2042 has had a rocky launch since it was released on November 19, as it quickly found itself sandwiched between old rival Call of Duty and Microsoft’s worst-kept secret, Halo Infinite’s free-to-play multiplayer mode. On PC via Steam, the…

Nintendo

Dying Light Version 1.0.3 for Nintendo Switch released (patch-notes)

3 hours ago My Nintendo News

The fantastic port of the acclaimed Dying Light for the Nintendo Switch family of systems has been updated today to Version 1.0.3. The zombie-themed first person action-adventure game, Dying Light: Platinum Edition’s, new update brings with it a number of…

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Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy Physical Editions Have Been Delayed

3 hours ago Gamespot

Rockstar Games has announced that the physical editions of Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition have been delayed. Sharing in a new tweet yesterday, the developer shared the PS4, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S versions of…

Playstation

PS4 Firmware 9.03 Available to Download Now

3 hours ago Push Square

Another one. Sony’s really giving up the goods today. First, the platform holder released a new firmware update for PlayStation 5. Now, though, it’s PS4’s turn, with version number 9.03 available now. This mandatory system software update weighs in at…

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New Call of Duty: Warzone Map Seemingly Includes a Fresh Take on a Fan-Favourite Map

3 hours ago IGN

Activision Blizzard is currently facing serious ongoing allegations of harassment and mistreatment of marginalized workers. To learn more, please visit our timeline as well as our in-depth report on the subject. Call of Duty: Warzone's upcoming Battle Royale map Caldera…

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World Of Tanks Enlists Arnold Schwarzenegger For Latest Holiday Ops Event

3 hours ago Gamespot

Wargaming has announced the first details on its latest Holiday Ops limited-time event for World of Tanks, and it will feature none other than Arnold Schwarzenegger, the actor, bodybuilder, and former governor of California. “During this magical season, your fondest…

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Ghostrunner: Story-Driven Project_Hel DLC Announced, Launching January

3 hours ago Game Informer

Next year, a new story-driven DLC is coming to first-person cyberpunk action-platformer, Ghostrunner, and it’s called Project_Hel. IGN revealed the news yesterday after developer 505 Games teased the “Ultimate DLC” last week. It turns out that “Ultimate DLC” was Project_Hel,…

Playstation

New PS5 System Update Out Now And Adds, You Guessed It, More Stability

3 hours ago Gamespot

The latest PlayStation 5 system firmware update has just gone live, and if you were expecting a new patch that adds more stability to the console, then you’re completely right. The newest system patch–which is about as exciting as the…

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Metroid Dread dev MercurySteam teams with 505 Games for ‘Project Iron’

3 hours ago Destructoid

Iron sharpeneth Iron In an intriguing meeting of the minds, publisher 505 Games has announced it has entered into a… The post Metroid Dread dev MercurySteam teams with 505 Games for ‘Project Iron’ appeared first on Destructoid. Continue Reading at…

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Five delightful things to do in Solar Ash, out tomorrow

3 hours ago Playstation Blog

Solar Ash is a game that is, at its heart, about traversing with great speed through a massive world to discover its secrets. The protagonist Rei skates over wild cloudscapes, eerie landscapes, and great ruins. She’s a stranger in a…

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Random: The Steve Aoki x Sonic Concert Is A Weird Way To Pass An Hour

3 hours ago Nintendo Life

It has Steve Aoki and Sonic, so… It’s been quite a year for Sonic the Hedgehog, now 30 years old and perhaps losing a step – after the big 3 and 0 it’s all downhill . The Switch iteration of…

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Santa 47 comes to Hitman 3 for Christmas, is making a list

4 hours ago PC Gamer

IO Interactive has released what it calls a Winter Roadmap for the wonderful Hitman 3 that consists, basically, of the news that you can dress up as Santa and garrotte people. The first mission of the game, Dubai, is also…

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Farming Simulator 22 Breaks Sales Records, Had More Players Than Battlefield 2042

4 hours ago Gamespot

Giants Software has announced that its latest game, Farming Simulator 22, sold more than 1.5 million copies in its first week alone. This sets a new first-week sales record for the series. The developer self-published Farming Simulator 22 across PC…

Fall Guys Is Not Coming To Xbox Or Switch Soon

4 hours ago Gamespot

Mediatonic has spoken on rumours that Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout will be coming to Xbox and Nintendo Switch with Season 6. Fall Guys Season 6 Party Spectacular is officially live and players around the world can now play the latest…

Explore a forlorn coastline in Dead Cells' upcoming DLC

4 hours ago PC Gamer

Even if you're not a fan of the roguelite Metroidvania slashy platformer Dead Cells, it's hard not to admire the studio's approach to, well, everything. Since coming out of Early Access in 2018, the game has grown immeasurably with huge…

Playstation

Acclaimed Co-Op Shooter Deep Rock Galactic Digs Down to PS5, PS4 in January

4 hours ago Push Square

Heigh-ho, heigh-ho. Deep Rock Galactic has been around for a while on PC and Xbox, but the game is finally making its arrival on PlayStation in the near future. Critically acclaimed and having now sold over three million copies, this…

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How Relic built Company of Heroes 3's multiplayer with its community

4 hours ago PC Gamer

Ahead of Company of Heroes 3's bombastic multiplayer coming to Steam in the form of a week-long pre-alpha demo—which kicked off yesterday—I caught up with Relic to find out what's changed since its predecessor, and how the studio leveraged its…

Nintendo

Nintendo Switch Firmware Update Is Here, But Don't Expect Much

4 hours ago Gamespot

The latest firmware update for the Nintendo Switch has arrived, but don’t expect any significant changes. Version 13.2.0, which released on November 30, is focused on improving stability. The single-line patch notes state: “General system stability improvements to enhance the…

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With Omicron Looming, Japan Institutes More Travel Bans

4 hours ago Kotaku

Since spring 2020, Japan has banned foreign visitors from entering the country. There have been exceptions—some fair, some not. Last month, Japan began opening the border to business travelers and students. And then, Omicron hit. Read more… Continue Reading at…

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IGN 25: The Game, A Love Letter To Gaming And Entertainment History, Is Officially Here

4 hours ago IGN

It's IGN's 25th anniversary, and we've made a game to celebrate! Developed in partnership with the creators of the 2020 Game, IGN 25: The Game is a globetrotting journey through IGN and gaming history, and you can play it right…

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Dead Cells' Next DLC 'The Queen & The Sea' Arrives Next Year, Here's Your First Look

4 hours ago Nintendo Life

“The most generous content update yet”. Just days after the launch of the game’s ‘Everyone is Here‘ update, even more content has been revealed for the ever-growing Dead Cells. The game’s next paid DLC, called ‘The Queen & The Sea’,…

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Final Fantasy 14 Patch 6.0 Patch Notes Detail Everything To Arrive With Endwalker

5 hours ago Gamespot

Square Enix has shared the Final Fantasy XIV 6.0 patch notes ahead of the launch of the latest expansion, Endwalker. The preliminary patch notes for Endwalker includes not only everything that has previously been announced by the developer, such as…

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