Metal Gear References Are Plentiful True to form, Kojima doesn’t shy away from referencing his past work. Death Stranding 2 includes clear callbacks to the Metal Gear Solid series, from characters that echo Solid Snake’s likeness to classic lines like “Kept you waiting, huh?” Even the inclusion of a cyborg-like ally reminiscent of Raiden feels…
Key Takeaways: A High-Stakes Countdown That Channels DBZ’s Spirit9 Days is a budget indie game that’s rapidly earning a cult following for delivering a Dragon Ball Z-style experience like no other. Priced at just $14.99 on Steam, this unique title gives players exactly nine in-game days to prepare for an epic showdown with the cosmic…
Fans of the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater franchise won’t have to wait much longer — Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 officially launches on July 11, 2025. Building on the success of the THPS 1+2 remaster, the upcoming game promises to deliver more nostalgic skating action with modern visuals and fresh content. Players can now preorder…
Key Takeaways: Creative Team Explored Several Red Hulk Looks The recently released artbook for Captain America: Brave New World has revealed a variety of alternate designs for Red Hulk, including several intriguing versions where the character sports facial hair. The YouTube channel The Artbook Collector shared a detailed breakdown of the book, offering fans a…
Key Takeaways: A growing movement among gamers and digital rights advocates is reaching critical mass. The “Stop Killing Games” campaign, which calls for stronger protections around online-only games, has now surpassed 1.1 million signatures across the EU, aiming to influence future legislation on game preservation. Online-Only Games at Risk of Vanishing For years, players have…
Key Takeaways: Emotional Cancellation Sparks Viral Movement Nickelodeon’s The Tiny Chef Show recently faced unexpected cancellation after two seasons, leaving fans devastated. The adorable miniature cooking series, centered around a lovable herbivore who prepares tiny meals from his tree stump kitchen, became a favorite among both kids and adults. When news of its cancellation broke…
keytakeaways The HLTV Awards are officially returning in 2025 to recognize top Counter-Strike 2 talent, teams, and community contributions. Scheduled for January 10, 2026, the event will once again take place at the Sava Center in Belgrade, Serbia. This year’s ceremony will feature an expanded attendance cap of 1,000 guests—up from 600 in 2024—but will…
Key Takeaways: OG Esports has officially announced the OG MR Combine, a public tryout designed to scout top talent for its Marvel Rivals roster. The announcement comes as the Marvel Rivals Ignite Stage 1 Mid-Season Finals approach, with the organization looking to refine its lineup ahead of Ignite Stage 2: Season 3 – The Abyss…
Key Takeaways: New Encryption Scheme Raises Compatibility Concerns On July 2, 2025, The Verge reported that Nintendo has deliberately limited the compatibility of its new Switch 2 console with third-party accessories. According to the outlet, this restriction is enforced through a proprietary encryption chip and a custom communication protocol, making it difficult for unauthorized hardware…
Key Takeaways: In-Engine Demo Was Real, Says Former Level Designer Amid growing skepticism surrounding the 2024 Perfect Dark gameplay trailer, a former developer has stepped forward to clarify that the footage was not entirely fabricated. Adam McDonald, a former level designer for the game, addressed widespread accusations that the trailer was “basically fake,” offering insight…