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  Ghostrunner 2 Demo Released

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  • Published: 09-15-2023, 02:00 PM
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  Ghostrunner 2 Demo Released

  Try it before you buy it.
  
  One More Level and 505 Games released a demo for Ghostrunner 2 late in the day yesterday. This demo is available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
  
  Ghostrunner 2 will launch officially on October 26, but those that purchase the Brutal Edition will get to play on October 24 with 48-hours of early access. Seems like the Brutal Edition will set you back $69.99. There is also a $39.99 Standard version...

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  Foamstars Open Beta Announced

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  • Published: 09-15-2023, 12:38 PM
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  Foamstars Open Beta Announced

  The beta is open to those on PlayStation 5.
  
  Square Enix will kick off an open beta for the PlayStation exclusive Foamstars. This beta will begin on September 29 at 6PM (PT) and run through to October 1 at 11:59PM (PT).
  
  This open beta will let players experience the competitive shooter ahead of its official release in early 2024. It will grant access to eight selectable characters and two different 4v4 game modes.
  
  To those who haven't seen Foamstars yet: Yes,...

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  Original Tomb Raider Trilogy Getting Remastered

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  • Published: 09-14-2023, 06:01 PM
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  Original Tomb Raider Trilogy Getting Remastered

  Yes, the classic control schemes are still an option.
  
  Crystal Dynamics is teaming up with Aspyr to bring visually enhanced versions of the original three Tomb Raider titles to modern consoles and PC. Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft is the full and official name for this work and will, as expected, include Tomb Raider, Tomb Raider II, and Tomb Raider III.
  
  This release will include upgraded graphics, performance improvements, all expansions, and more. Fans...

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  New Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Trailer with Idris Elba

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  • Published: 09-14-2023, 05:03 PM
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  New Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Trailer with Idris Elba

  A fresh look at Idris Elba and more information concerning the new expansion.
  
  CD Projekt Red shared a new look at Idris Elba and his role in the upcoming release of Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. This new trailer shared today shows some of the events taking place seven years prior to the events of Phantom Liberty.
  
  In addition, Elba shared some behind the scenes details about his character. Before that, CD Projekt Red shared new details on new gameplay elements and some...

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  Save Up to 20% on Steam Deck

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  • Published: 09-14-2023, 02:10 PM
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  Save Up to 20% on Steam Deck

  Save up to 20% on Steam Deck for a limited time.
  
  Valve decided to throw the Steam Deck in to the 20th anniversary festivities for Steam. What this means for you is that from now through to September 21st, all Steam Deck versions are on sale. The Steam Deck Docking Station is also on sale!
  
  This sale sees the top end 512GB Steam Deck model going from $649 down to just $519. That's quite the bargain if you've been on the fence about picking up one of these handheld devices....

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  Bethesda to Add DLSS and FOV Slider to Starfield

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  • Published: 09-13-2023, 05:10 PM
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  Bethesda to Add DLSS and FOV Slider to Starfield

  Makes you wonder why they weren't in there to begin with.
  
  Bethesda released the first post-launch update for Starfield today. It's not exactly a big one, but it does include a couple of fixes for stability and progression blockers. However, the bigger news is that Bethesda mentioned what they plan to add to the game in the near future.
  
  Bethesda says that they will add some of the most requested community features. You know, features like the ability to adjust brightness...

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  Slave Zero X to Release February 2024

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  • Published: 09-13-2023, 04:01 PM
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  Slave Zero X to Release February 2024

  The 2.5D hack-and-slash sequel is just a few months away.
  
  Slave Zero X will be released on February 21, 2024 from developer Poppy Works and publisher Ziggurat Interactive. Slave Zero X is a prequel to Slave Zero, a game that came out back in 1999 for the Sega Dreamcast.
  
  Slave Zero X will be out in February for a bunch of platforms such as the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
  
  Slave Zero X will have you playing...

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  Resident Evil Coming to iPhone 15 Pro

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  • Published: 09-13-2023, 03:23 PM
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  Resident Evil Coming to iPhone 15 Pro

  Full feature versions are coming to Apple's upcoming hardware.
  
  Capcom says that both Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil Village are coming to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max later this year. According to Capcom, this will be the first time these titles are available on smartphones.
  
  Capcom claims that both games will "deliver stunning graphics with fidelity that parallels the latest consoles." As for that claim, well, we'll let you be the judge of that...

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  Embracer Reportedly Trying to Sell Gearbox

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  • Published: 09-12-2023, 05:07 PM
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  Embracer Reportedly Trying to Sell Gearbox

  A lot of companies are supposedly interested in the Borderlands developer.
  
  Gearbox is reportedly up for sale by parent company Embracer. This report comes from Reuters that say a sale of Gearbox is just one option that Embracer is considering for the Borderlands studio. According to Reuters' reporting, a number of third-parties have already expressed interest in picking up Gearbox.
  
  So far, this is just one report and has not been confirmed yet. Neither Embracer nor Gearbox...

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  Unity Pisses Off Everyone with New Pricing Change

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 09-12-2023, 03:38 PM
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  Unity Pisses Off Everyone with New Pricing Change

  Unity wants to charge devs a monthly fee per each game install.
  
  A change in Unity's business model has been met with some harsh criticism from developers all over, with at least one calling it "an absolute fucking catastrophe."
  
  Unity announced some major changes to the Unity Engine business model. This new model will introduce a new monthly to developers that charges them an additional fee based on each new game install. The model is set to begin on January 1,...

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  Steam Turns 20

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  • Published: 09-12-2023, 02:09 PM
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  Steam Turns 20

  Just one more year until it can legally drink in the States.
  
  Valve launched Steam 20 years ago today. On September 12, 2003, the Internet was set on fire by people complaining up and down the aisle that this new Steam program sucked and WON was so much better. Now look at where we're at. Steam is turning 20 and most people can't imagine PC gaming without it.
  
  In honor of the two decade milestone, Valve put together a "fun walk down Steam and pop culture memory lan...

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  Official Mod Support Coming to Starfield in 2024

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  • Published: 09-11-2023, 06:42 PM
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  Official Mod Support Coming to Starfield in 2024

  Though there are already hundreds of mods available.
  
  Todd "Sixteen Times the Detail" Howard of Bethesda fame, says that Starfield will receive official mod support in 2024. Howard spilled the Creation Kit beans in a recent chat with Famitsu.
  
  While a firm release date wasn't given, it was suggested that when it does arrive it will come through the Creation Kit that is used for other Bethesda titles such as Fallout 4 and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Howard says...

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  XDefiant Delayed After Failing to Receive Console Certification

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  • Published: 09-11-2023, 05:41 PM
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  XDefiant Delayed After Failing to Receive Console Certification

  The release has been pushed to between September and October.
  
  Ubisoft's upcoming free-to-play FPS, XDefiant, has been delayed by a wee bit. This is due to the fact that the game has been refused certification by both Microsoft and Sony. This moves the release date from the end of August (which has obviously come and go) to anywhere between the middle of September to the middle of October.
  
  The certification process for XDefiant began near the end of July for PlayStation...

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  Starfield is Officially Bethesda's Largest Ever Release

  • Created by: Shawn Zipay
  • Published: 09-07-2023, 05:41 PM
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  Starfield is Officially Bethesda's Largest Ever Release

  6 million players and counting.
  
  Bethesda Game Studios announced mere minutes ago that Starfield is the largest ever release for Bethesda. It's not clear if this is the largest release for Bethesda Softworks (the publisher), Bethesda Game Studios (the developer) or just "Bethesda" in general. Let's just go with "Bethesda" in the general sense here because no other clarification was offered.
  
  Whatever the case may be, Starfield seems to be a pretty big...

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  RIG 900 Max HX Dolby Atmos Headphones Released

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  • Published: 09-07-2023, 05:01 PM
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  RIG 900 Max HX Dolby Atmos Headphones Released

  These are more on the upper end of the price range.
  
  NACON has announced and released the new RIG 900 Max HX headset today. These are officially licensed for use with the Xbox, but can also work on PC if you want. They include a "personalized" Dolby Atmos experience, dual wireless connection options, and a charging base.
  
  It seems like the main draw here is the use of the Dolby Personalization mobile app. This allows users to kind of fine-tune the Dolby Atmos experience...

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