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The start of a broader backwards compatibility push.

XBOX just released the first handful of titles in their new XBOX Backward Compatibility on PC program. This will allow you to play classic XBOX games on PC and various PC-focused handheld devices, which just happens to include the ROG XBOX Ally and XBOX Ally X.

The four titles offered today are part of the "early release" of XBOX Backward Compatibility on PC. Today's releases not only allow you to play these...

"It paid for itself before the first day."

GSC Game World founder Sergiy Grygorovych shared that Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl already recuperated its entire development cost before it was even released. Grygorovych shared this fascinating peak behind the scenes of Stalker 2's development in a new interview with YouTuber OLDBoi.

In the interview, Grygorovych says that XBOX became interested in making the game an exclusive, timed or otherwise, after seeing how...

The actor says she needs to step back for both her mental and physical health.

Jennifer English, the actor who had roles in a couple of the world's biggest video games, has stepped down as the lead in the upcoming game, Tides of Annihilation.

English, who played Shadowheart in Baldur's Gate 3 and Maelle in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, says that she will no longer play the role of Gwendolyn in Tides of Annihilation so that she may "properly look after [her] mental...

Surprisingly, the beta will be available for all platforms.

Activision and Infinity Ward announced the beta test dates for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The early beta for those who pre-purchase will take place on August 21 - 25 for PlayStation 5, XBOX Series X|S, and PC. An open beta then kicks off on August 28, at which time all of the previous platforms plus those on the Switch 2 will be able to participate. The open beta will then end on September 1 for all platforms.
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Easing into those PvE waters.

The remaining staff still employed at Bungie just shared new details on what fans can look forward to in Marathon's upcoming mid-Season 2 update. Fans of the extraction shooter will soon have access to Marathon's Vault Breaker PvE mode when the Season 2 mid-season update goes live on July 21. This PvE mode will only be playable until August 4.

This two-week long period will allow for Bungie to collect feedback about the game mode for players....

Let's take bets now on if the video will embed or not.

A new developer diary video for Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival came out today. This new video features the legendary Doug Bradley, known for his portrayal of Pinhead, and the development team taking a new deep dive on this upcoming survival-horror action title. The video focuses on some of the "disturbing enemies and themes you'll face on your journey."

Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is out on October...

Cook. Serve. Scream.

Get ready to cook up a little horror. Happy's Humble Burger Cult is open for business today thanks to developer Scythe Studios and publisher tinyBuild. This co-op horror cooking game allows up to four players to run Happy's Humble Burgatory for just $9.99, or on sale for $7.19 until July 23rd.

You and some friends will work together to grill burgers, serve customers, and hit a quota before the kitchen turns into a literal nightmare. There are "dozens...

Timed to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the franchise.

Continuing their ongoing string of collaborations, Gunnar Optiks teamed up with Crystal Dynamics to release the Tomb Raider Croft Glasses. These officially licensed glasses were made to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Tomb Raider franchise and Lara Croft.

The Croft Glasses should look quite familiar to those who have been following the franchise for any length of time. Starting at $99, these glasses...

Grid-based roguelike.

KAZ is said to be a game that is "easy to pick up, hard to master, and impossible to put down." This is a new roguelike from developer Kalinarm and publisher Hakuro that just hit Steam today. It features "trancelike visuals, a thumping interactive soundtrack, and grid-based gameplay."

KAZ on Steam is normally just $6.99 with a limited launch discount of 15% off. ...

Four. Player. Co-op. Horror.

A new four-player co-op horror game from Nacon and ACE Team is now available on PC and consoles. The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu places you in the worn footwear of an explorers during the Conquistador era, venturing forth into an uncharted continent.

Players are on the hunt for a legendary city that is "rumored to hold unimaginable riches." Standing in your way will be "unnamable, hostile creatures and unexplained phenomena."...