Raphaël Colantonio, the founder of Arkane Studios, has raised concerns about the long-term viability of Microsoft's Game Pass service. He believes that the subscription model is not sustainable and could have negative consequences for the gaming industry. Colantonio argues that Microsoft has been pouring money into Game Pass for over eight years without achieving pro...
The gaming community is abuzz with discussions about the Nintendo Switch 2's capabilities. Virtuos, a studio with experience in bringing major games to the Switch, has provided some interesting details. They've worked on notable ports like Dark Souls Remastered and Final Fantasy 12. Now, they're shedding light on the Switch 2's performance. The Switch 2's graphics c...
The Switch 2 is making waves in Japan, and it's not just a ripple; it's a tsunami. In just two weeks, it has sold more units than the entire Xbox Series family and the PS5 Pro combined. This is not a small feat, considering the Xbox Series family includes the Series X, Series S, and the Series X Digital Edition. The Switch 2 has sold 1, 101, 136 units in Japan, while...
The gaming world is buzzing with the success of the Nintendo Switch 2. It is a new era for gaming. This console has made a huge splash in the United States. This console has broken records and surprised many. First, let's talk about the numbers. The Nintendo Switch 2 sold over 1. 1 million units in just one week. This is a big deal. It beat the previous record...
Gaming enthusiasts have been buzzing about the PlayStation 6. Sony Interactive Entertainment's new leader, Hideaki Nishino, recently shared some insights about the company's plans. He spoke about the future of gaming consoles in a chat with investors. The discussion focused on whether cloud gaming could make physical consoles obsolete. Nishino believes that most gam...
There is a lot of excitement in the gaming world. Summer Game Fest is back, and it's going to be a big deal. This event is a key moment in the gaming calendar, and it's happening at the end of this week. Over four days, gamers can expect a lot of new announcements and updates. The main event, the Summer Game Fest Showcase, will happen on Friday. This is where the big...
The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to hit stores in just four days. June 5th is the big day. It is expected to be a massive seller, but the excitement is strangely low. This is odd, especially since it has been eight years since the original Switch launched. There are a few reasons why the buzz is not as loud as expected. First, the new console is an upgrade of the origi...
Microsoft has been toying with the idea of a portable gaming device for quite some time. Rumors have been swirling for years about a potential Xbox handheld console. However, it seems that Microsoft has decided to hit the pause button on this project, at least for the time being. Instead, the company is focusing its efforts on enhancing the gaming experience on Wi...
Loot boxes in video games are a big deal. They let players spend real money for a chance at random rewards. This has raised eyebrows because it's a lot like gambling. There are worries about people spending too much and developing gambling habits. The UK's previous Conservative government chose to tackle this issue through industry self-regulation. This meant letting...
The Anno series of games is known for being unique. It is a mix of city-building and managing supplies. It is not like other strategy games. This makes it a bit tricky to get into. But it has a lot of potential. The latest game, Anno 117: Pax Romana, is coming out later this year. It wants to attract new players. The previous game, Anno 1800, was a big hit. It reache...