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Titan Quest II Developers Outline Road Map

Grimlore Games has pulled back the curtain on what’s next for Titan Quest II, following its overwhelmingly successful Early Access launch. The studio has revealed the game’s first roadmap, giving players a glimpse of what’s to come for Titan Quest II’s early access debut over the next several months • A brand-new chapter with new areas to explore, enemies to defeat, and fresh challenges to overcome • A fully-fledged character editor to customize your hero even further • An all-new mastery to...
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Drag x Drive: Global Jam Demo Event Hits Nintendo Switch 2 This Weekend

Nintendo Switch Online members will soon have a chance to put the pedal to the metal with the Drag x Drive: Global Jam demo event, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2. This special preview gives players a taste of the game’s fast-paced and unique action before its official launch on August 14, 2025. Players can download the demo now and jump into any of the scheduled play sessions this weekend. August 9 • 3 a.m. PT – 7 a.m. PT • 5 p.m. PT – 9 p.m. PT August 10 • 9 a.m. PT – 1 p.m. PT While Drag...
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Bloober Team Shares New Story Details for Cronos: The New Dawn

If I haven’t made it clear already, I’m really looking forward to Bloober Team’s upcoming third-person horror title, Cronos: The New Dawn. Everything I’ve seen so far not only reminds me of Dead Space, Resident Evil, and Silent Hill, but it also gives me hope that this could be the next big game to truly own this genre. My eyes are firmly glued to this one. So, imagine my surprise when Bloober Team dropped another video for the game, this time giving us a deeper look at the story. In the video,...
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Ninja Gaiden 4 Preview Impressions Point to a Game of the Year Contender

Our invite to the Ninja Gaiden 4 preview build may have mysteriously vanished, maybe Ryu Hayabusa himself cut it in half, but plenty of lucky outlets and YouTubers have already gone hands-on with the upcoming powerhouse from Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja. From what they are saying, we might be witnessing the comeback of the decade. This is not just the return of a fan favorite ninja. This is the revival of a franchise that defined what fast, punishing, and deeply satisfying action gameplay could be....
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Mina The Hollower Gets An October 2025 Release For Nintendo Switch

It’s finally happening. Yacht Club Games’ long-awaited action-adventure Mina The Hollower is officially launching on October 31, 2025, for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, and yes, that’s Halloween. Fitting for a game brimming with gothic horror vibes, eerie crypts, and bone-rattling beasties. This release date was recently shown during the Nintendo Indie World Showcase 2025. That’s not all, as a demo for the game will be available to play on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 later today. Origin...
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EVO 2025 Highlights, Dynasty Warriors 25th Anniversary & NSFW Games – Spectator Mode Podcast Ep. 197

This week on the Spectator Mode Podcast, we start with what we’ve been playing and watching lately, then celebrate the Dynasty Warriors 25th anniversary and its lasting impact on the hack-and-slash genre. We also dive into Itch.io’s decision to relist NSFW games, but only the free ones, and what that means for indie developers. From there, we tackle the controversial Online Safety Act, questioning why it’s needed and how it could affect online communities. Finally, we close out with our EVO 2025...
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Call of Duty 7: Black Ops 7 to Require TPM and Secure Boot in Ongoing Battle Against Cheaters

Activision has announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, the latest entry in its long-running FPS franchise, will take its anti-cheat measures to the next level by requiring TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module) and Windows Secure Boot on PC. To prepare for the rollout, Activision will begin implementing these security features in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 6 and Call of Duty: Warzone, ensuring everything is in place before launch day. But what do these terms mean, and is this the silver bulle...
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Evo USA 2025 Recap: Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, Guilty Gear and More

Another incredible weekend of fighting game action is in the books, as Evo USA 2025 wrapped up its Las Vegas showcase with intense matches, unexpected upsets, and historic victories. I watched the entire weekend, and damn, the competition fierce across every bracket, with many of the matches being nail-biters and others being examples of total domination. Below is a breakdown of the main event winners and losers from this year’s Evo USA lineup. So, there you have it. Again, this was an amazing...
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Naoki Yoshida to Deliver PAX West 2025 Storytime Keynote, Joins Star-Studded Lineup

Naoki “Yoshi-P” Yoshida, the legendary game designer behind Final Fantasy XIV and Final Fantasy XVI, will kick off PAX West 2025 with this year’s highly anticipated Storytime keynote. The event takes place at the Seattle Convention Center from Friday, August 29, through Monday, September 1, 2025. Known for revitalizing Square Enix’s MMO legacy and ushering in one of the best modern Final Fantasy games, Yoshi-P will share stories and insight from over 30 years in the games industry. Fans, develop...
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Virtua Fighter Project Gets New Gameplay Reveal at EVO USA 2025

With the continuation of EVO USA 2025 (that still feels weird to say) comes more exciting fighting game news. This time, SEGA was keen to show off more of its Virtua Fighter Project. We got to see a bit more combat featuring a character who isn’t Sarah Bryant, along with the mysterious, hat-wearing silhouette that might be Akira, sparring off in the new Training Stage. While the gameplay snippet was super short, clocking at just about a minute long, it looked buttery smooth, and the game is stil...
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Watch 35 Minutes of Cronos: The New Dawn Gameplay From Bloober Team

Cronos: The New Dawn is an upcoming third-person survival horror game from Bloober Team that blends intense action with eerie psychological horror. It brings to mind classics like Dead Space and Resident Evil, which is probably why I’ve been following it ever since it was first announced. After seeing some of the early previews, I was honestly a little jealous that I couldn’t be part of the coverage. Still, I’m happy to see that Bloober Team looks to be on the right track. So imagine my surprise...
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Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Closed Beta Coming to PS5 This September

If you’ve been keeping up with the fighting game community lately, you’ve probably noticed the buzz surrounding Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, the upcoming fighter from Arc System Works and Marvel Games. With EVO USA 2025 happening this weekend, gameplay footage has been flooding YouTube, fueling even more excitement. But on Sunday, we got some major news. Ahead of the Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves top 8, it was revealed that a Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls closed beta will take place September 5...
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8 Upcoming Games You Should Be Hyped for this August 2025

If you thought July 2025 was full of amazing games, I consider it just the warm-up, because August 2025 is packed with lots of must-play releases. The kind of lineup that makes your backlog cry and your wallet sweat. Whether you’re into fast-paced action, emotional stories, or just want something fresh to sink hours into, this month delivers in a big way. Trust me, you’re going to want to see what’s coming. Let’s get into it. Mafia: The Old Country puts players into the smoky underworld of 1920...
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Spectator Mode Podcast Ep. 196 – Itch.io Purges NSFW Games, Sony Sues Tencent, and the Industry Fallout

In Episode 196 of the Spectator Mode Podcast, the crew returns to break down another wild week in gaming. We kick things off with what we’ve been playing and watching before diving into whether The Outer Worlds 2 is shaping up to be another case of Microsoft marketing misfires. From there, we explore the growing rumors around Sony potentially publishing games on Xbox, followed by our thoughts on Riot’s latest 2XKO update and whether it’s too little too late. We also dive into a deep discussion...
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Nintendo Announces Switch Pricing Changes Starting August 3, 2025

Nintendo has officially announced a pricing update for its original Nintendo Switch lineup, set to take effect in the United States on August 3, 2025. The pricing changes will apply to several products under the original Switch umbrella, including the Nintendo Switch OLED Model, the standard Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, and a variety of first-party accessories. According to Nintendo, the adjustments are being made in response to current market conditions. This likely means that supply...
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Darksiders 4 Teased During THQ Nordic Showcase 2025, All Four Horsemen Confirmed

Here we go. THQ has started the hype machine for Darksiders 4, and during the THQ Nordic Showcase 2025, a very brief teaser for Darksiders 4 was shown. In this trailer, we can see War, a character who has been the central figure in the series for one reason or another, being spoken to by what seems like one of the Charred Council, but that’s not all. But I’m getting ahead of myself. First, check out the teaser. Yet, despite this teaser being short, coming in under a minute, what we saw was more...
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Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection Physical Editions Announced at EVO 2025

Digital Eclipse and Atari have officially unveiled the physical editions of Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, a digital restoration project celebrating the legacy of the iconic fighting game franchise. The announcement was made today during Evo 2025, the world’s largest and longest-running fighting game tournament. By now, you’re likely wondering which games will be included in the Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection. Well, some of them were featured in the trailer, while some have been confirmed e...
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Capcom Unveils Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Launching in 2026

During the latest Nintendo Direct presentation, Capcom officially revealed Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection.  Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection dives into a darker and more dramatic narrative, focusing on two nations teetering on the brink of war. The lands of Azuria and Vermeil are facing devastation from a mysterious crystal encroachment, threatening to wipe out both humans and monsters. When a strange egg is discovered, hope momentarily returns, until the egg hatches, r...
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Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls – Your Beginner’s Guide Before EVO 2025

If you’re heading to EVO 2025 or just itching to find out more about what Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is all about, Game Director Kazuto “Pachi” Sekine has you covered. In a newly released video, Pachi breaks down the fundamentals of the upcoming tag-based fighter, giving players a crash course in everything from team composition to controls. Whether you’re trying the game at EVO or watching from home, here’s what you need to know. Check out the video below. At the core of Fighting Souls is it...
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Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound Review (PC) – Brutal, Stylish, Nostalgic

As someone who played the hell out of the Ninja Gaiden games on the NES, I was genuinely excited for Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound. In this Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound review, I explore how The Game Kitchen delivers a side story that honors the classic games while carving its own identity. What made it even more interesting is that this isn’t a reboot or direct sequel—it’s a parallel story that runs alongside the events of the original game. It takes place around the same time Ryu Hayabusa first headed to...
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