Topic: game delays
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Eurogamer Weekly: Top Features, Reviews, and Gaming News
The gaming industry is evolving with key discussions around GTA 6's 13-year development gap, the challenges of live-service games, and Microsoft's controversial Xbox Game Pass advertisement. Fortnite's Simpsons collaboration is praised as the most complete tie-in to date, offering interactive fan...
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Why Games Like Silksong Delay Launch: The Battle for Visibility
The surprise announcement of Silksong's release date on September 4 has prompted several competing games to delay their launches to avoid being overshadowed. Developers face significant risks when launching near a major title, as competition for visibility extends to press coverage, streamers, an...
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Replaced Finally Gets a Release Date After Multiple Delays
**Replaced**, a cyberpunk action-platformer, will launch on March 12th for PC and Xbox Series X/S after multiple delays, with day-one availability on Xbox Game Pass. The game is set in a dystopian, neon-lit alternate 1980s and features a distinctive visual style that blends detailed 2D pixel art ...
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2026's Biggest Gaming Trends: GTA 6, AI, and More
The launch of *Grand Theft Auto 6* in November 2026 is highly anticipated and expected to dominate the market, though recent staff reductions at Rockstar have raised concerns about potential delays. A packed release schedule includes major titles like *Resident Evil: Requiem*, *Wolverine*, and *0...
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Silksoon Release Overwhelms Major Gaming Platforms
Hollow Knight: Silksong's launch caused major digital storefronts like Steam and Nintendo eShop to crash due to overwhelming player demand. The highly anticipated sequel is priced at only $20, leading other indie studios to delay their releases to avoid competition. The release has revitalized in...
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Ubisoft Cuts Jobs, Studios and Six Games in Major Restructuring
Ubisoft is restructuring into five specialized "Creative Houses" to decentralize decision-making and focus on core franchises and emerging genres, aiming to prioritize quality over volume. The reorganization has led to the cancellation of six games, including the "Prince of Persia: The Sands of T...
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GTA 6 Playable Early in Heartwarming Rockstar Gesture
Rockstar Games reportedly allowed a terminally ill fan to play an early version of *Grand Theft Auto VI* before its 2026 release, fulfilling a heartfelt request from a family member. The gesture mirrors a similar compassionate act by the studio in 2018 and highlights the personal impact video gam...
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PS5 Is Sony's Most Successful Console Generation Ever
The PlayStation 5 is Sony's most profitable console generation ever, driven by increased spending on free-to-play games, microtransactions, and subscription services rather than just higher hardware sales. Several upcoming game releases were announced, including *Possessor(s)* for November 11 and...
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Explosion Reported at Rockstar North, 'GTA 6' Developer
An explosion occurred at Rockstar North's Edinburgh studio due to a boiler malfunction, but there were no injuries reported. The studio remains operational, and there is currently no indication the incident will affect the *Grand Theft Auto VI* development timeline. The event was contained, with ...
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31 Must-Play 2026 Games We're Excited For
2026 is anticipated to be an exceptional year for video games, featuring a diverse lineup of major sequels like Grand Theft Auto 6 and Forza Horizon 6 alongside creative indie projects. Key releases span various genres, including survival horror with Resident Evil Requiem, racing in Japan with Fo...
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Xbox 2026: Halo on PlayStation, Fable's Return & More
Xbox's future is uncertain as it faces pressure to justify rising costs and define its brand identity, with major game releases and a strategic shift away from platform exclusivity being pivotal. The brand is undergoing a radical transformation, with iconic franchises like *Halo* and *Starfield* ...
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Top Gaming Industry News Stories of 2025: Year in Review
Sony scaled back its live-service ambitions after the failure of *Concord*, canceling projects and signaling a shift away from the industry's pursuit of live-service dominance. Microsoft successfully expanded its multiplatform strategy, bringing major titles like *Indiana Jones* and *Halo* to PS5...
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Ubisoft Addresses 'Assassin's Creed Shadows' Backlash
Ubisoft addressed backlash against *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* directly at Paris Games Week, marking a departure from its usual avoidance of controversy by framing the game's delay as a confident decision. The company emphasized its focus on entertainment over messaging, countering accusations of ...
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Rockstar Scrambles to Remove GTA 6 Animation Leak
Rockstar Games' removal of early animation clips from an employee's portfolio is widely seen as confirming their authenticity, distinguishing them from common AI-generated leaks. The brief clips, featuring satirical brands and a character believed to be protagonist Lucia, align with earlier rumor...
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Destiny 3 Reportedly in Early Development for PS6
Bungie may have begun early development on Destiny 3, potentially as a flagship title for Sony's PlayStation 6, according to a credible leaker, though the project is still in an extremely early state. Destiny 2 has seen declining player engagement and financial losses for Sony, prompting revitali...
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Is Grand Theft Auto 6 Too Realistic? The Debate on Video Game Violence
The upcoming release of **Grand Theft Auto 6** is a landmark event, raising profound questions about whether extreme realism in games enhances escapism or creates unsettlingly immersive simulations of real-world strife. The game's unprecedented visual fidelity and massive budget exemplify the ind...
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December 2025's Hottest VR Games: Quest, SteamVR & PS VR2
December 2025 features a diverse lineup of virtual reality games across platforms like Meta Quest, PlayStation VR2, and SteamVR, including genres from supernatural adventures to competitive shooters. Notable releases include Ghost Town on PS VR2, a paranormal detective story, and Deadly Delivery,...
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