IGN has published an in-depth article shedding light on the issues surrounding A-Life 2.0 in S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl. The dynamic world simulation system reportedly broke down shortly before the game's release, prompting developers to remove mentions of it from Steam.

Reviews for Nosferatu, Robert Eggers' remake of the 1922 classic, have started rolling in, and the reception has been overwhelmingly positive. Directed by the visionary behind The Lighthouse and The Northman, the film currently boasts a 93% «Fresh» rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

On December 9, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, an adventure game about the iconic archaeologist and fedora enthusiast, is set to release. The legendary character is voiced by Troy Baker, known for his roles as Joel in The Last of Us and Higgs in Death Stranding. Despite his extensive experience, Baker initially struggled to connect with the character.

Valve has released its latest sales chart on Steam, covering the week of November 26 to December 3. Surprisingly, Cyberpunk 2077 claimed the top spot, boosted by a 55% discount during the Autumn Sale.

Another wave of leaks about the Nintendo Switch 2 has surfaced online, with reports suggesting the console has entered mass production. Fans have uncovered early accessories like screen protectors and cases, while an insider shared a video purportedly showcasing the updated Joy-Cons.

Bloodborne has been playable on PC for some time now, thanks to the shadPS4 emulator. However, modder fromsoftserve has taken things a step further, working on a full-fledged fan-made remaster.

The official premiere of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew has arrived, with two episodes now streaming on Disney+.

On December 1, The Crossroads of Ravens, a new novel by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, hit bookstores in Poland. The story delves into the early years of Geralt of Rivia, chronicling his life shortly after completing his training at Kaer Morhen.

YouTuber Fextralife shared an early access review of Path of Exile 2. While the video was taken down shortly after release, players managed to capture the key details.

CD Projekt RED has learned from the nightmare launch of Cyberpunk 2077, rethinking its approach not only to development but also to marketing campaigns. According to co-CEO Michal Nowakowski, the next games will be promoted a bit longer than usual.

We all remember that the debut trailer for GTA 6 was released on December 5, 2023. Now, observant Reddit users have noticed that Rockstar appears to be gearing up for the next showcase. The company has updated its official YouTube playlist, which currently only features last December's video.

A high-quality mod for Cyberpunk 2077 has been released, replacing the original in-game map with a more realistic version. With this mod, players can explore all locations, including Dogtown, in impressive detail.

On December 1, Andrzej Sapkowski released a new book exploring the youth of Geralt of Rivia. The launch was celebrated not only by the Polish author but also by CD Projekt RED co-head Michal Nowakowski.

This week, a controversy erupted online involving Matt Hansen, the art director at Obsidian currently working on Avowed. Hansen clashed with Elon Musk over the use of pronouns in the fantasy RPG, leading users to resurface Hansen's previous comments about favoring Black employees. Musk later accused the studio of discriminatory hiring practices, and Hansen subsequently deleted his account on X (formerly Twitter).

The Game Awards 2024 will take place on December 13 in Los Angeles, celebrating the achievements of game developers. As always, the event promises a range of announcements, from major reveals to smaller updates. Reddit user KekanKok compiled recent insider rumors, listing games that might make an appearance at the ceremony:

Warner Bros. Pictures has shared a fresh clip from the anime film The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim on social media. The movie is set to premiere on December 13 and will be shown in theaters.

The creators of Lies of P have delayed the release date of their story DLC. According to the Korean outlet EBN, the expansion is now scheduled to launch in the first quarter of next year.

Assassin's Creed: Shadows will be a game developed primarily by newcomers. This was revealed by the executive producer of the series, Marc-Alexis Cote, during the XDS24 Fireside Keynote.

Tencent Games and its Polaris Quest studio have announced Light of Motiram, an online survival action game featuring mechanical animals. The game has already been dubbed a Horizon clone, with players pointing out striking similarities in creature design, gameplay mechanics, and, based on the official website, even the sound design and UI style.

Ndemic Creations, the studio behind the hit game Plague Inc., has unexpectedly launched a new title called After Inc: Revival. This sequel to the biological simulator flips the script, challenging players to save humanity in the aftermath of a devastating zombie apocalypse.

It seems the redemption arc of No Man's Sky has officially reached its conclusion. As Steam users have noted, the game's rating has hit 80% positive reviews for the first time. It took Hello Games eight years and a slew of free updates to achieve this milestone.

Bloodborne remaster believers have another hint pointing to a potential announcement from Sony. A message has appeared in the game, announcing scheduled maintenance on December 3, 2024.

CD Projekt RED has unexpectedly released a brand-new trailer for Cyberpunk 2077. The video immerses viewers once again in the chilling world of Night City, reintroduces familiar characters, and highlights the current discounts on the game.

Rod Fergusson, producer of Diablo 4, has sparked heated debate over the genre classification of the game. According to Fergusson, the term ARPG has become too broad and no longer accurately describes games like Diablo. He proposed that fans refer to such titles as «Diablo-likes,» much like «Souls-like» or «Rogue-like» are used for other subgenres.

The studio Pocketpair, which created the hugely popular Palworld in early 2024, is already working on ambitious plans for 2025. Just a few hours ago, the developers announced a Terraria-inspired thematic update.

Yesterday, CD Projekt RED officially announced the start of full development for The Witcher 4. As a teaser, the studio showed an image featuring a coin, which has already sparked a wave of discussions among fans.

Renowned parkour team STORROR has announced the development of their own online game, titled STORROR Parkour Pro. The first trailer is already available online.

This morning, trailers for Squid Game Season 2 and a new Dexter series titled Dexter: Original Sin were unveiled. The show is set in 1991, focusing on the early days of Dexter's career in law enforcement before becoming the infamous serial killer.

Journalist and insider Tom Henderson has revealed that Ubisoft is working on a new project codenamed Alterra. According to early details, the game is a life simulation reminiscent of Animal Crossing, featuring voxel-based graphics.

Arcane has officially concluded, with the final three episodes released on Netflix on November 23. To mark the occasion, the creators of Teamfight Tactics, the auto-battler set in the League of Legends universe, released a heartwarming video that left fans both surprised and emotional.

New details about the iPhone 17 Air have surfaced, hinting at a sleek offshoot of Apple's main lineup with an ultra-thin body. According to The Information, Apple engineers are testing several prototypes with thicknesses ranging from just 5 to 6 millimeters.

The creators of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (set to release on December 9) shared new insights about the game's length in an interview with the MinnMax channel. According to creative director Axel Torvenius, the adventures of the iconic archaeology professor will be «the biggest and longest game that MachineGames has ever done.»

The developers of Deep Rock Galactic have shared fresh details about their new project featuring the iconic space dwarves — the roguelite shooter Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core. A new gameplay trailer from the pre-alpha version has been released.

2K has announced the removal of its proprietary launcher from games available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Players can now launch the publisher's titles directly without needing the extra service.

In 2021, Casey Hudson, the game director behind the original Mass Effect trilogy, founded Humanoid Studios. The team had been working on a new sci-fi game, but in November 2024, the studio faced an «unexpected funding shortfall.»