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…
Key Takeaways: The highly anticipated rhythm roguelike Ratatan will not be entering early access this July as originally planned. Developer Ratata Arts announced that the game’s early access launch has been delayed indefinitely following a massive wave of player feedback from its recent public demo. Over 200,000 Downloads, 2,000+ Feedback Reports In June, the Ratatan…
Key Takeaways It has been a grim week for Xbox fans following massive internal shakeups at Microsoft. Among the biggest casualties appears to be Forza Motorsport, one of the platform’s premier simulation racing franchises. Amid sweeping layoffs, the future of the franchise is now highly uncertain. Turn 10 Studios Reportedly Gutted Microsoft recently laid off…
Key Takeaways Final Tune-Up Before v1.0? Supergiant Games has rolled out a substantial new patch for Hades 2, titled the Unseen Update, which the studio suggests could be its final update before the game’s full 1.0 release. The action-packed roguelike RPG has been in Early Access since May 2024 and continues to refine its gameplay…
The nostalgic firepower of DOOM 64 is back — and this time, it’s dirt cheap. For a limited time, fans can pick up the remastered version of the 1997 Nintendo 64 shooter for just $1.74 via Fanatical. The deal is valid through July 10, giving retro gaming enthusiasts only a few days to act. A…
Key Takeaways: From Immortal Warriors to Broken Antiheroes Fresh off directing The Old Guard 2 for Netflix, Victoria Mahoney is already eyeing her next big move—and it’s far darker. In a recent interview with ComicBook.com, the action-focused filmmaker revealed she’s pitched a bold new project set in the DC Dark universe to Warner Bros. executives,…
Key Takeaways: BLAST.tv has officially revealed its expansive tournament roadmap for the Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) BLAST Premier 2026 and 2027 seasons, introducing revamped formats, global locations, and a structured prize pool strategy aimed at elevating the competitive CS2 scene. Six Tournaments Per Year with Unique Formats The 2026 season will be divided into two halves,…
Key Takeaways: The gaming industry was shaken this week after Microsoft’s widespread layoffs affected several high-profile studios, including Halo developer 343 Industries and Romero Games. The cost-cutting measures reportedly impacted over 9,100 employees, marking the company’s largest workforce reduction since 2023. Romero Games Project Canceled After Publisher Pulls Funding Romero Games, the Irish-based studio founded…
Key Takeaways: Massive Comeback with FFMIC 2025Garena’s Free Fire is making a highly anticipated return to India’s competitive gaming ecosystem with the Free Fire Max India Cup 2025 (FFMIC), running from July 13 to September 28. This comeback, after a three-year absence due to the original app’s ban in 2022, has sparked fresh energy across…