Title: The Battle Of The Translucent N64s Has Arrived Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 22:36:56 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/analogue-3d-color-n64-modretro-palmer-luckey-2000651467 The post The Battle Of The Translucent N64s Has Arrived appeared first on Kotaku.

Title: Star Wars KOTOR 2 Remake Revealed In Court Docs Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:23:33 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/star-wars-kotor-old-republic-2-remake-kotor-kotor2-lucasfilm-leak-court-docs-2000651434 The post <i>Star Wars KOTOR 2</i> Remake Revealed In Court Docs appeared first on Kotaku.

Title: I Don’t Think We’d Be Talking Much About Horses If It Hadn’t Been Banned Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:05:26 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/horses-review-steam-epic-games-ban-horror-ride-race-2000651442 The post I Don’t Think We’d Be Talking Much About <em>Horses</em> If It Hadn’t Been Banned appeared first on Kotaku.

Title: Dildos, Dogs, And Lint: GameStop’s ‘Trade Anything Day’ Ranges From Chaos To Nightmare Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:55:42 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/gamestop-trade-in-anything-day-pokemon-coupon-2000651415 The post Dildos, Dogs, And Lint: GameStop’s ‘Trade Anything Day’ Ranges From Chaos To Nightmare appeared first on Kotaku.

Title: Halo Infinite Is Four Years Old Today And It’s Bumming Me Out Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:46:43 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/halo-infinite-campaign-master-chief-release-date-2000651439 The post <i>Halo Infinite</i> Is Four Years Old Today And It’s Bumming Me Out appeared first on Kotaku.

Title: Where Winds Meet December's calendar is full of new content, including a new region and the mobile launch you've been waiting for Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:19:18 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/where-winds-meet-new-december-content-mobile-launch Where Winds Meet already has a staggering amount of content, but that’s not the end of what we can expect. Developer Everstone Studio just revealed a host of new additions coming to the game this month. Read more

Title: Tomorrow’s Battlefield 6 patch is the first step towards improving footstep audio, and it might actually fix the settings reset bug Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 09:30:51 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/battlefield-6-1-1-3-0-patch-footstep-audio-settings-reset-winter-offensive Battlefield 6 is about to receive a new update. Version 1.1.3.0 is set to arrive tomorrow, December 9 to kick off the third and final phase of the game’s first season. Winter Offensive brings some holiday-themed new content to the game, but it’s not the most interesting part of the patch. Read more

Title: Honkai: Star Rail 3.8 will run for an extra two weeks while Version 4.0 is in the oven Date: Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:52:41 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/honkai-star-rail-version-3-8-the-dhalia HoYoverse just hosted a sizeable Honkai: Star Rail Special Program, revealing more than just the game’s next major update. Version 3.8 was the big highlight, of course, with the new release arriving soon, on December 16-17 depending on your server region. Read more

Title: Battlefield Labs is coming back for a short session to test out next week's Battlefield 6 update, and you can expect more tests in the future, too Date: Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:44:04 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/battlefield-labs-battlefield-6-december-patch-testing Battlefield Studios is seemingly trying something different with Battlefield 6’s next patch, which everyone assumed would be a standard, mid-season update not intended to change the game significantly. Read more

Title: They know what you want, and it's bloody disgusting: Love and Deepspace's latest Myth introduces Vampire Sylus Date: Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:14:17 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/love-and-deepspace-sylus-third--myth-memory-pair Love and Deepspace has kicked off its latest Memory Pair event today: Where Silverwings Rest, the new chapter for dragon boy - and now vampire boy - Sylus. There are new Memories to explore, a new Myth - and, of course, a new companion form for him. Read more

Title: The Boys Is Getting A "Chaotic" Video Game Aiming For Same Humor And Brutality Of The Show Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-boys-is-getting-a-chaotic-video-game-aiming-for-same-humor-and-brutality-of-the-show/1100-6536773/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Following a major tease from series creator Eric Kripke, Sony Pictures Virtual Reality and developer Arvore have announced a new The Boys video game. The Boys: Trigger Warning is coming in 2026 for Meta Quest and PlayStation VR 2.Preorders are open now for the promotional price of $24 USD from the Meta Quest storefront. It's not available yet to preorder for PSVR 2 yet, but you can wishlist it on the PlayStation Store.The Boys: Trigger Warning is coming in 2026.Trigger Warning is a stealth-action VR game that puts players into the role of a new, original character who "uncovers a grotesque Vought secret that turns a family outing into carnage."Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Adventure Time: The Complete Collection On Sale For Best Price Ever Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:33:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/adventure-time-the-complete-collection-on-sale-low-price/1100-6536715/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Adventure Time: The Complete Series (DVD) $41.49 (was $52.59) See at Amazon Adventure Time is widely considered to be one of Cartoon Network's best original animated projects, and if you haven't checked it out yet, you can grab a significant discount on the complete series. As part of a limited-time deal, the DVD box set for Adventure Time: The Complete Series has dropped to $41.49 (was $52.59). This collection includes all 10 seasons of the award-winning show, making it an excellent way to add the full series to your physical collection. Adventure Time: The Complete Series (DVD) $41.49 (was $52.59) Adventure Time: The Complete Series is a 22-disc box set containing all 279 episodes that aired from 2010 through 2018. The box set's packaging is based on the famed Enchiridion book from the show, and features an illustrated pop-up centerpiece of the series' characters. The collection also includes the Minecraft crossover bonus episode "Diamonds and Lemons," plus bonus materials like a selection of animatics that show how specific episodes were crafted, a deep-dive into the sound design of Adventure Time, music videos, and more.Adventure Time: The Complete Series bonus materialsSonic Sounds from OooFarewell TourAnimaticsMusic VideosMinecraft crossover episode, "Diamonds and Lemons"Special features from previous releases See at Amazon Adventure Time is one of Cartoon Network's breakout animated series. The show is set in the fantasy land of Ooo, and follow the adventures of Finn the Human and his adoptive brother, Jake the Dog. While the story starts as a fun fantasy adventure with equal parts homage and satire of the swords-and-sorcery genre, it slowly evolves into a sprawling epic with deep character development, and big narrative payoffs for longtime fans. The show is critically acclaimed for its strong storytelling and even stronger cast of characters, and its success has led to several spin-off projects, such as the Adventure Time: Distant Lands limited series, which is available on Blu-ray, and it's currently on sale for $12 (was $20) at Amazon.Adventure Time isn't the only beloved Cartoon Network series on DVD. All 245 episodes--and the movie--of Regular Show were collected into a home media release so that you can catch up on the absurd escapades of Mordecai and Rigby for just $44.49.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Tomb Raider News Confirmed For The Game Awards Following Remake Leak Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:26:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/tomb-raider-news-confirmed-for-the-game-awards-following-remake-leak/1100-6536770/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f There will be some kind of Tomb Raider announcement at The Game Awards on December 11. Host and organizer Geoff Keighley announced today, "Lara Croft returns at The Game Awards.""Tune in Thursday night for a look at the future of one of gaming's most iconic franchises, Tomb Raider," he said. "This is one you won't want to miss."Lara Croft returns at #TheGameAwards!As just revealed in our The Game Awards Vote in Fortnite map portal, tune in Thursday night for a look at the future of one of gaming's most iconic franchises @tombraider This is one you won't want to miss. pic.twitter.com/TSbWkyhAbI — Geoff Keighley (@geoffkeighley) December 8, 2025 The confirmation of a Tomb Raider announcement at The Game Awards comes not long after a new report emerged that said a remake of 1996's Tomb Raider was in the works and would be announced at the awards show.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Best Loadouts In Warzone For BO7 Season 1 Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:11:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/best-loadouts-in-warzone-for-bo7/2900-7319/ Black Ops 7 has integrated with Call of Duty: Warzone for Season 1, adding the full BO7 weapon pool and attachments into the battle royale. While you can still use weapons from the last few years, the most powerful options are going to be the new Black Ops 7 guns. In this guide, we'll provide some recommended weapon builds for Warzone in Season 1 of Black Ops 7.Season 1 removes the Wildcard perks from Black Ops 6, and instead, you'll have Overkill by default. This means you can equip a second primary weapon without the need to select any specific perks to your loadouts. This also means there's no Gunfighter Wildcard, so you are limited to five attachments for each weapon build.The Gunsmith is mostly the same this year; however, one new addition is Black Ops 7's weapon build code feature. Weapon build codes are unique to each weapon and a specific set of attachments, making it easy to share and receive custom weapon builds.Simply hit L3 to view your options while you are in the Gunsmith. This will let you import a weapon build code to use. Additionally, any weapon builds you create in the Gunsmith will have a code generated at the bottom-left corner of your screen.We'll list the attachments for each build and include the unique weapon code so you can easily use it.Season 1 of Black Ops 7 overhauls Warzone's perk selection. Make sure to check out our guide for all Warzone perks for BO7, including some recommended perks to try for your loadouts.All our recommended Warzone loadouts can be viewed below, and we also have suggested multiplayer loadouts. MXR-17The MXR-17 is a powerful and easy-to-use assault rifle for long-range fights in Warzone. The recommended attachments will boost the gun's damage range, bullet velocity, and increase ammo count.The Greaves AccuSpot 3X is a great optic for most long-range builds, but if you're playing small map Resurgence and don't want the bigger scope, you can swap this out for something simple and clean like the Lethal Tools ELO.Recommended MXR-17 attachments:Optic: Greaves AccuSpot 3XMuzzle: Monolithic SuppressorBarrel: 17" Greaves Scourge BarrelMagazine: Rhodes Drum MagStock: Winch StockBuild code: A03-26ERW-58T9U-11 MK.78The MK.78 light machine gun is a heavy-hitting, long-range option for Warzone. The recommended attachments will help you reduce the gun's recoil, making this much more manageable to use at range.The recommended magazine is a Prestige attachment, so you might not have this unlocked yet, but it's a very impactful attachment for improving mobility and reducing recoil. You can substitute the Gravepack Extended Belt if needed to simply boost the ammo count until you unlock it.Recommended MK.78 attachments:Optic: Greaves AccuSpot 3XMuzzle: RL-7.62 CompensatorBarrel: 25" EAM Heavy BarrelUnderbarrel: Bowen Sentry ForegripMagazine: MFS Heatshield Belt FedBuild code: L01-T49HC-5HZW-1 X9 MaverickThe X9 Maverick is a three-round burst assault rifle with high damage, and it can be a powerful choice for long-range fights. The recommended attachments will greatly boost the gun's damage range and bullet velocity, as well as improve the aim-down-sight speed.Recommended X9 Maverick attachments:Optic: Greaves AccuSpot 3XMuzzle: Monolithic SuppressorBarrel: 16" OS-Density BarrelRear Grip: Pillory GripFire Mods: 4.73 Caseless OverpressuredBuild code: A04-2JEC3-WMFDM-VJ11 DS20 MirageThe DS20 Mirage assault rifle is another solid pick for assault rifles in Black Ops 7, but this gun also has a great build for a sniper support class. The recommended attachments will boost the ammo count, reduce recoil, and improve movement speed to make this gun work great for close to medium-range fights.Recommended DS20 Mirage attachments:Optic: Lethal Tools ELOMuzzle: Redwell 5.56 CompensatorMagazine: Andean Extended MagStock: Assault Division StockFire Mods: Recoil Sync UnitBuild code: A05-AUXZ3-94Q55-1 MPC-25The MPC-25 submachine gun doesn't feel very powerful in multiplayer, but it's a powerful gun with a fast time-to-kill in battle royale. The recommended attachments will help reduce a lot of the weapon's recoil, and it will also boost the ammo count.This recommended build includes an optic for cleaner sights, but if you don't mind the iron sights, it's worth swapping the optic for the 14.5" VAS Ashe Barrel for an increase to the damage range.Recommended MPC-25 attachments:Optic: Lethal Tools ELOMuzzle: K&S Brake-28Underbarrel: VAS Drift Lock ForegripMagazine: Sustain-25 Extended MagFire Mods: Recoil Sync UnitBuild code: S06-AV4J3-MWE75-1 Kogot-7Season 1's new Kogot-7 submachine gun is another solid choice for close-range combat in battle royale. The Kogot-7 does have a bit of recoil, but the recommended attachments will work to reduce quite a bit of the gun's kick.Recommended Kogot-7 attachments:Muzzle: Hawker Series 45Barrel: 13.5" Canis-05 BarrelUnderbarrel: Vas Drift Lock ForegripMagazine: Vex Expanse MagFire Mods: Buffer SpringsBuild code: S10-56XPL-8B31 VS ReconThe VS Recon is a deadly bolt-action sniper rifle, and this is a popular choice for sniping in Season 1. The recommended attachments will increase the damage range and bullet velocity, and also reduce some of the weapon's kick.The recommended underbarrel attachment is a Prestige attachment, so you might not have unlocked this yet, and you can substitute it for the Stetig-C Handguard if needed.Recommended VS Recon attachments:Muzzle: Monolithic SuppressorBarrel: 23" G-Force BarrelUnderbarrel: MFS R-Stop HandguardRear Grip: R-1 Shelf GripFire Mods: 7.62 NATO OverpressuredBuild code: R01-21WSG-L369K-P711

Title: Future Assassin's Creed Games Could Have Multiple Protagonists, Says AC Shadows Dev Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:47:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/future-assassins-creed-games-could-have-multiple-protagonists-says-ac-shadows-dev/1100-6536769/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Ubisoft has yet to share its plans for future Assassin's Creed games beyond Assassin's Creed Shadows, but that title's dual-protagonist setup with Yasuke and Naoe may not be the last time players get to have multiple characters to choose from."I think the learning for us is that, yes, we could do more dual-protagonist games in the future--if we have a good reason to do it narratively and for the setting," said Assassin's Creed Shadows associate director Simon Lemay-Comtois while speaking with GamesRadar.Yasuke and Noae weren't the first dual protagonists in an Assassin's Creed game. Twins Jacob and Evie were featured in Assassin's Creed Syndicate. Shadows had more pronounced differences between its two heroes than Syndicate did. Yasuke was built for physical confrontations while Naoe was refined for stealth. Lemay-Comtois acknowledged those differences and some of the backlash the team faced because of Yasuke's inclusion.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Volt Forge interactive map in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 22:32:50 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/map/metroid-prime-4-beyond-volt-forge-interactive-map/ Finding your way through Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's Volt Forge region seems like a cakewalk initially. It's one big tower, Miles, how hard can it be to get around? Then you end up in another big tower with a nearly identical map shape and a third tower that's also a lot like the first two. You can also expect more than a few nasty combat surprises before getting your hands on the Vi-O-La bike, so make sure you're prepared at all times and visit save stations when you see them.

Title: Black Ops 7 interactive maps for multiplayer Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:43:44 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/map/call-of-duty-black-ops-7-blops-multiplayer-interactive-maps/ Struggling to learn your way around all the Black Ops 7multiplayer maps? Even though the game has gone back to a three-lane map design philosophy, and as outlined in our Black Ops 7 multiplayer review, the maps this time around are actually very good. Learning new maps can be a pain — especially when you consider where various objectives will be in any given mode, such as bomb sites in Search & Destroy or flags in Domination.

Title: Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies interactive maps Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:43:38 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/map/call-of-duty-black-ops-7-cod-blops-zombies-interactive/ Horror and chaos await in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's Zombiesmaps, with the newest release being Astra Malorum, which features the return of some beloved characters ... in space. That's right, Astra Malorum takes place in a planetarium that has been transported inside an asteroid floating around Saturn's rings.

Title: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 just got its 13th Game Awards nomination Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:36:04 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/the-game-awards-2025-players-voice-nominees/ The Game Awards are just a few days away, and the nominees for the Players' Voice category — which is decided on entirely by public votes, not the private voting body that selects nominees for the other categories — have finally been revealed.

Title: An unlikely Pokémon card just sold for more than $50,000 Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:23:19 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/pokemon-trading-card-tcg-kabuto-king-ebay-logan-paul-charity/ A Pokémoncard collector known as Kabuto King is determined to make the world fall in love with his namesake. After a recent charity auction, he might be a little closer to succeeding. The man, who is collecting every first-edition card of the prehistoric monster he can find, had Logan Paul sweating an eBay bidding war in early December. The ruckus was over a card that few seemed to care about up until very recently: Kabuto.

Title: Game the Halls: GeForce NOW Brings Holiday Cheer With 30 New Games in the Cloud Date: Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:00:37 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-dec-2025/ Editor’s note: The Game Pass edition of ‘Hogwarts Legacy’ will also be supported on GeForce NOW when the Steam and Epic Games Store versions launch on the service later this month. GeForce NOW is decking the digital halls with 30 new games to keep spirits high all month long. Join the fun with Hogwarts Legacy, the LEGO Harry Potter Collection and a sleighful of new adventures streaming straight from the cloud. The “Half-Price Holiday” sale keeps the savings rolling after Black Friday, with premium GeForce NOW memberships available at 50% off for the first month for a limited time. And GeForce NOW is bringing members a new way to jump into the worlds of some of the most iconic games. Stream select Activision titles through Ubisoft+ Premium in the cloud for GeForce RTX power  — including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy and the Spyro Reignited Trilogy, with more to come. That’s not all: Battle.net single sign-on is now live, making it easier than ever for members to leap into Overwatch 2, Diablo IV and other titles without multiple logins. Link once and play instantly, no matter the device. Plus, the GeForce NOW Community Video Contest is rolling on — creators are decking the halls with epic clips and their merriest cloud gaming moments from all over the world. There’s still time to jump in with a clip of a favorite game or a memorable match. Submit a clip and score two Ultimate day passes — one to share with a friend and one to keep — plus a chance to win a one-year Ultimate membership. Half-Price Holiday Wrap up the year with half off. The holiday season continues with more ways to play. Even after Black Friday, GeForce NOW is keeping the celebration going with its “Half-Price Holiday” offer. For a limited time, premium memberships are half off for the first month. Performance and Ultimate tiers unlock shorter queue times, longer gaming sessions and access to more than 2,000 additional Install-to-Play titles powered by GeForce RTX in the cloud. The “Half-Price Holiday” sale is the perfect opportunity to experience premium gaming at a fraction of the cost and keep the winter gaming streak alive. The sale wraps up on Tuesday, Dec. 30, while supplies last, so now’s the time to lock in that first month at half off and head into the new year with the GeForce NOW premium experience. Auto Sign-In, Auto Win One login, endless worlds. GeForce NOW is making it easier than ever for members to jump into games from Blizzard Entertainment, Activision and more. Starting today, members can link their Battle.net accounts directly to GeForce NOW for automatic single sign-on across all supported devices. After a quick one-time setup, members are automatically logged in for future cloud gaming sessions — no extra steps, no password juggling, just instant access to Battle.net favorites like Overwatch 2 and Diablo IV. The update expands on existing automatic login support for Xbox, Epic Games and Ubisoft, further streamlining the GeForce NOW cloud gaming experience. Whether at home or on the go, members can enjoy faster, simpler, smoother access to the games they love. A Very GeForce NOW December Eight travelers, one very GeForce NOW cloud. Square Enix’s Octopath Traveler 0 brings the series’ signature wanderlust and quiet drama back to Orsterra, this time with a fresh cast and a few extra tricks up each traveler’s sleeve. The prequel leans into sharp character banter, devious Path Actions and choices that can charm, swindle or strong-arm just about anyone in the way. Expect rich pixel art, big feelings and plenty of scheming as players embark on an adventure of their own creation, navigating revenge and restoration. MARVEL Cosmic Invasion (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, Dec. 1) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II (New release on Ubisoft, Dec. 2) Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III (New release on Ubisoft, Dec. 2) Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy (New release on Ubisoft, Dec. 2) XOCIETY (New release on Epic Games Store, Dec. 2) Spyro Reignited Trilogy (New release on Ubisoft, Dec. 2) Lost Records: Bloom & Rage (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass, Dec. 2) OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0 (New release on Steam, Dec. 4) ROUTINE (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, Dec. 4) MIMESIS (Steam) GeForce RTX 5080-ready games: Enshrouded (Steam) Fallout 76 (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) Catch the full list of games coming to the cloud in December: Dome Keeper (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass, Dec. 9) Death Howl (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, Dec. 9) Everdream Village (New release on Steam, Dec. 12) ARC Raiders (Epic Games Store) Dying Light: The Beast (Epic Games Store) Citizen Sleeper (Steam) For the King II (Steam) Jurassic World Evolution 3 (Epic Games Store) Hogwarts Legacy (Steam, Epic Games Store, and Xbox, available on Game Pass) LEGO Harry Potter Collection (Steam) Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Pigeon Simulator (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Pacific Drive (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Powerwash Simulator 2 (Steam) Shape of Dreams (Steam) Storage Hunter Simulator (Steam) Sword of the Sea (Steam) Underground Garage (Steam) Warhammer 40,000: SPACE MARINE 2 (Epic Games Store) Witchfire (Epic Games Store) ‘Tis the Season for Extra Games In addition to the 23 games announced in November, an extra 10 joined over the month: Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy (Steam) The Crew Motorfest (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Cricket 26 (Steam) Kill It With Fire (Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) Of Ash and Steel (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Prologue: Go Wayback! (Steam) Sacred 2 Remaster (Steam) Songs of Silence (Epic Games Store) Zero Hour (Epic Games Store) To improve the overall quality of service for the most played games on GeForce NOW, members will see movement of games in the catalog. Some titles with little-to-no playtime that are currently available in the Ready-to-Play catalog will start moving to Install-to-Play on December 12. Premium members can continue to play these games as part of their Install-to-Play benefits. See this article for details. Some of the most popular Install-to-Play games — including Megabonk, R.E.P.O  and RV There Yet? — have moved to Ready-to-Play, so they’ll always be kept up to date for instant streaming. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. Health pots, extra weapons, alternate armor — what's an item you never remove from your inventory? — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) December 3, 2025

Title: The Ultimate Black Friday Deal Is Here Date: Thu, 27 Nov 2025 14:00:37 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-black-friday-2025/ Black Friday is leveling up. Get ready to score one of the biggest deals of the season — 50% off the first three months of a new GeForce NOW Ultimate membership. That’s GeForce RTX 5080-class power in the cloud for half the price. The completed Ultimate upgrade. The NVIDIA Blackwell RTX upgrade is now fully live across all servers — including in Stockholm, the final region to receive the upgrade — bringing even faster performance and lower latency to more members. To celebrate this milestone, Ultimate members can claim a Battlefield 6 reward to show off in style. Kick off a gaming-filled weekend with seven new titles joining the GeForce NOW library. And the GeForce NOW Community Video Contest continues. Submit epic gameplay moments or share what makes streaming with GeForce NOW special for a chance to win Ultimate day passes or even a full year of Ultimate access. Keep those clips rolling — there’s still time to enter and level up chances to win. Black Friday, GFN Thursday Green is the new black. The Ultimate Black Friday Sale is the perfect time to upgrade to peak cloud performance, with Blackwell RTX now live worldwide. Through Sunday, Nov. 30, the first three months of an Ultimate membership are 50% off. An Ultimate membership delivers GeForce RTX 5080-class power from the cloud, powering the fastest frame rates, ultrasmooth gameplay and breathtaking visuals with NVIDIA DLSS 4 technology. With cinematic-quality streaming up to 5K 120 frames per second, every session plays out with premium precision. Top titles like Battlefield 6, Borderlands 4 and Outer Worlds 2 shine with GeForce RTX 50 Series performance. From explosive action to expansive worlds, Ultimate transforms every adventure into a showpiece. The Ultimate Black Friday Sale — available in the U.S., Mexico and Japan — ends at the end of this week. Take advantage now for epic savings and next-level performance. Built for Victors Dominate the battlefield. Ultimate members will turn heads in Battlefield 6 with a new free reward: an in-game weapon skin for the Marksman SVK-8.6 DMR, forged for those who thrive where chaos reigns. The fight takes on new style with a skin that means business, featuring battle-scarred alloy, digital accents and just enough swagger to stir envy among any squad. This weapon skin stands ready for gamers who lock in on victory, even as the odds explode around them. The limited-time reward is available through Friday, Dec. 26. Ultimate members can sign in to GeForce NOW and claim an edge in the midst of chaos. Zoom to New Games Born to push the limits. Project Motor Racing is an ambitious racing simulation game that captures the intensity and challenge of professional motorsport, featuring a wide selection of meticulously recreated cars and global circuits. Designed for both seasoned sim racers and newcomers, it offers deep single-player career modes and robust online competition, all built around immersive physics, dynamic weather and a dedication to authenticity. Every race is a fresh test of skill, with relentless attention to detail and a vibrant, competitive racing community. Check out this week’s new games here: Of Ash and Steel (New release on Steam, Nov. 24, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Kill It With Fire (Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Nov. 25) Project Motor Racing (New release on Steam, Nov. 25) Brotato (Steam) Cricket 26 (Steam) GODBREAKERS (Steam) Zero Hour (Epic Games Store) And another GeForce RTX 5080-ready game atop this week’s addition Of Ash and Steel: Phasmaphobia (Steam) Launch dates shared on GFN Thursdays reflect release dates for new titles, which will arrive on GeForce NOW within the following week. Before digging into a gaming weekend, check out the question below. Post answers on X or in the comments below. So, here's the deal. Literally. The Ultimate Black Friday deal is live! GO https://t.co/mMt5aYmSsH #GeForceSeason pic.twitter.com/idnvq6VBlO — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) November 25, 2025

Title: Ultimate Cloud Gaming Is Everywhere With GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:00:07 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-ultimate-is-everywhere/ The NVIDIA Blackwell RTX upgrade is nearing the finish line, letting GeForce NOW Ultimate members across the globe experience true next-generation cloud gaming from anywhere. Everyone’s talking about Ultimate memberships — including GeForce NOW partner 2K. “With GeForce NOW Ultimate, top-tier streaming truly goes everywhere,” said Sean Haran, head of partnerships and licensing at 2K. “Anyone can experience the glory of Borderlands 4, with breathtaking graphics and flawless gameplay powered by GeForce RTX 5080 servers, even without the latest devices. Jump into the cloud and play at high settings, whether you’re at home or on the move.” The community has plenty to say about Ultimate, too. The GeForce NOW Community Video Contest invites gamers to share how GeForce NOW has changed the way they play. Participants can earn two Ultimate day passes — one to keep and one to share with a gaming buddy — and a chance to win a one-year Ultimate membership, just for submitting a clip. Plus, the celebration continues with free in-game skins for both Guild Wars II and Borderlands 4. And Capcom’s Ace Attorney headlines the lineup of nine new titles joining the cloud this week, alongside even more ways to jump in with the new Chromebook Fast Pass. Stockholm will soon be the final region to get Blackwell RTX power, completing the rollout of GeForce RTX 5080-class performance worldwide. Ultrasmooth streaming, cutting-edge visuals and lightning-fast responsiveness are unlocking new levels of performance for Ultimate members. The Ultimate Leap Ultimate is everywhere, with Stockholm to be the final region to upgrade. GeForce RTX 5080-class performance is lighting up regions around the globe, powered by the Blackwell RTX upgrade. Ultimate now streams at up to 5K at 120 frames per second or up to 360 fps at 1080p for sharp, competitive play. Expect cinematic-quality visuals, advanced ray tracing and AI-powered performance that makes every frame shine on nearly any device. From the neon buzz of Cyberpunk 2077 to the over-the-top chaos of Borderlands 4, gaming has never looked — or felt — this good. With high-dynamic-range visuals, support for racing wheels, ultrawide displays, gaming handhelds running up to 90 fps and an expanded library of over 4,000 games thanks to the Install-to-Play feature — GeForce NOW enables every gamer to play bigger, go longer and jump right into blockbuster adventures without worrying about hardware. The Ultimate Contest Members can join in celebrating GeForce RTX 5080-class power streaming all over the world by sharing gameplay videos of why the Ultimate experience stands out. Submit entries on the Blackwell upgrade page. Participants will earn two Ultimate day passes — either for keeping or sharing with a friend. Top 10 entries will win a one-year Ultimate membership to keep the gaming going. Calling All Heroes The celebrations don’t stop there. GeForce NOW members are in for a treat: fantastic rewards are up for grabs in Borderlands 4 and Guild Wars 2. Stand out in the mayhem. GeForce NOW Ultimate members can claim the bold ECHO-4 drone skin in Borderlands 4 to show off their style while experiencing the game with cinematic-quality streaming and up to 2.8x higher frame rates, powered by NVIDIA Blackwell RTX servers. Rule the realm in style. And in Guild Wars 2, Ultimate members can unlock the regal and ruthless Bloody Prince Outfit, perfect for making a memorable entrance in the new “Visions of Eternity” expansion. Jump into epic quests across Castora to carve legends, harness ancient magic and stand out among heroes. It’s all about perks, effortless streaming and instant access — no downloads required. With a GeForce NOW membership, play with style, power and rewards that let members shine in the worlds they explore. Claim member rewards in the GeForce NOW account portal, then follow the instructions to collect the in-game reward. For Borderlands 4, enter the provided SHiFT code in the in-game menu. For Guild Wars 2, log in to the GeForce NOW account to redeem. Ready to Battle It’s justice time. Apollo Justice’s legal journey begins anew. In Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy, join rookie attorney Apollo Justice and his mentor, the legendary Phoenix Wright, in this collection of three games. It features the 14 episodes of Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Dual Destinies and Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Spirit of Justice, as well as two special episodes that were previously only offered as downloadable content, for a total of 16 episodes. Also included is a mountain of extra goodies — such as xx, yy and zz — sure to satisfy any Ace Attorney fan. Stream this legendary courtroom drama anywhere with GeForce NOW. Experience the sharp wit and thrilling investigations of Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy across laptops, Macs, phones and other gaming devices. With GeForce NOW powering the action, every objection comes through in high fidelity — no long downloads, no waiting, just instant access to justice. Zoom Down the Fast-Pass Lane Gotta go fast. Gaming just got a major upgrade for Chromebook users. The GeForce NOW Chromebook Fast Pass unlocks a full year of cloud gaming with no ads or waiting in queues for a year — simple, accessible and Chromebook-friendly. With this exclusive perk, Chromebook owners get 12 months of priority access to stream over 2,000 Ready-to-Play PC games from major libraries, all at 1080p and 60 fps, and without ads.​ It’s never been easier to turn a Chromebook into a high-powered gaming rig. Grab a Fast Pass, jump into the action and take favorite PC games anywhere — whether at home or on the go. This offer is available for new Chromebook and Chromebook+ owners, as well as new and existing GeForce NOW free users. Let’s Play Today Rise from the rubble. “Season 1: California Resistance” is Battlefield 6’s second major update, transforming luxurious pools and private golf courses into a sprawling combat zone, with new updates to Battlefield 6 and free-to-play ‘REDSEC’ experience. New maps stretch across abandoned city blocks and fractured coastlines, while fresh factions, vehicles and gadgets bring new strategies to the fight. It’s the dawn of a new chapter for Battlefield 6, full of surprises waiting behind every collapsing wall and cloud of dust. Squad coordination, reactive destruction and cinematic weather events keep every round unpredictable. Storm idyllic fairways and jump into chaos with an all-new Golf Cart on the new MP Map Eastwood. Even on the back nine, every explosion feels and takedown feels bigger, bolder and more cinematic than before. In addition, members can look for the following: SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide (New release on Steam, Nov. 18) Long Drive North (New release on Steam, Nov. 18) Demonschool (New release on Steam, Nov. 19) Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, Nov. 20) Monsters Are Coming! Rock & Road (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, Nov. 20) Prologue: Go Wayback! (New release on Steam, available Nov. 20) The Crew Motorfest (New release on Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Nov. 20) Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy (Steam) Sacred 2 Remaster (Steam) GeForce RTX 5080-ready game: Star Wars Outlaws (Steam and Ubisoft Connect) To access supported Ubisoft titles from Xbox PC Game Pass on GeForce NOW — such as this week’s addition, The Crew Motorfest — refer to this article for further details. Launch dates shared on GFN Thursdays reflect release dates for new titles, which will arrive on GeForce NOW within the following week. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. Rewards are on their way! @GuildWars2 Bloody Prince Outfit for GFN members@Borderlands 4 ECHO-4 Drone skin for Ultimate members Opt-in for GFN Rewards on your account so you don’t miss out https://t.co/BgW4GNBmUE pic.twitter.com/JamlTcQ8db — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) November 17, 2025  

Title: GeForce NOW Enlists ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 7’ for the Cloud Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:00:50 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-call-of-duty-black-ops-7/ Chaos has entered the chat. It’s GFN Thursday, and things are getting intense with the launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, streaming at launch this week on GeForce NOW. Dive straight into the chaos across devices — underpowered laptops, Macs, and Steam Decks. Power up the week with 12 new games to stream in the cloud, including the latest GeForce RTX 5080-optimized game, Anno 117: Pax Romana. Stockholm will be the next region to light up with GeForce RTX 5080-class power. Phoenix is the latest region to get GeForce RTX 5080-class power, with Stockholm coming up next. Stay tuned to GFN Thursday for updates as more regions upgrade to Blackwell RTX. Follow along with the latest progress on the server rollout page. The Biggest ‘Black Ops’ Ever In Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Treyarch and Raven Software are bringing players the biggest Black Ops ever. The year is 2035, and the world teeters on the edge of collapse after the global events following Black Ops 2 and Black Ops 6. Wielding cutting-edge technology, the Black Ops team led by David Mason must fight back against a manipulative enemy who weaponizes fear above all else. Step into the boots of David Mason and his elite Black Ops team as they fight against unseen forces that bend reality and reason. Squad up in an all-new Co-op Campaign designed for the biggest tactical play, unleash high-tech weaponry across a multiplayer experience brimming with new maps and modes, and descend once again into darkness with the next twisted chapter of Round-Based Zombies. Stream Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 today on GeForce NOW and play seamlessly across devices. The only way to play the game on Steam Deck is through GeForce NOW. Premium members get instant access with no waiting around for downloads, the highest frame rates, lowest latency and longer gaming sessions. All Roads Lead to the Cloud Build Rome your way — just don’t anger the Senate. Ubisoft’s Anno 117: Pax Romana builds on the rich legacy of the city‑building and strategy series, inviting players to shape the world at the height of the Roman Empire. Step into the sandals of a Roman leader to expand territories, manage trade and balance prosperity with political intrigue in a meticulously crafted ancient world. Players can implement decisive rule, careful diplomacy or a vision for peace as they oversee provinces — from bustling Mediterranean ports to fog‑covered British frontiers — in a game where every decision shapes the empire’s stability and economy, as well as citizens’ happiness levels. Launching on GeForce NOW with GeForce RTX 5080-class power, Anno 117 takes advantage of 5K 120 frames-per-second streaming for breathtaking detail and ultrasmooth performance, letting every brick, marketplace and coastline shine in cinematic clarity. Experience the empire come alive instantly in the cloud — no downloads nor lag, just seamless city‑building, even on the go. Start Your Engines Every second counts. Assetto Corsa Rally by 505 Game captures the pulse-pounding unpredictability and challenge of rally racing with uncompromising enthusiasm. Every stage plunges players into dynamic conditions — from shifting surface grip and evolving weather to crowd reactions — that demand sharp instincts and constant adaptation. With its precisely laser-scanned tracks, realistic environments and authentic co-driver pace notes delivered by real rally professionals, the game radiates motorsport passion and attention to detail. In addition, members can look for the following: Surviving Mars: Relaunched (New release on Steam, Nov. 10) Possessor(s) (New release on Steam, Nov. 11) Rue Valley (New release on Steam, Nov. 11) Anno 117: Pax Romana (New release on Steam and Ubisoft, Nov. 13, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Assetto Corsa Rally (New release on Steam, Nov. 13) INAZUMA ELEVEN: Victory Road (New release on Steam, Nov. 13) Songs of Silence (New release on Epic Games Store, Free on Nov. 13) Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 (New release on Steam, Battle.net and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Nov. 14) Where Winds Meet (New release on Epic Games Store, Nov. 14) Megabonk (Steam) R.E.P.O. (Steam) RV There Yet? (Steam) Members who already own the Install-to-Play titles that are being added as Ready-to-Play titles this week can check out this support article for steps on how to re-add them to their libraries. All Steam Cloud Saves will be carried over. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. What’s been the oddest or weirdest thing you've seen in the background of a game – screenshots and clips are welcome! — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) November 10, 2025

Title: Fall Into Gaming With 20+ Titles Joining GeForce NOW in November Date: Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:00:37 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-november-2025-games/ Editor’s note: This blog has been updated to reflect the correct launch date for ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 7’, November 14.   A crisp chill’s in the air — and so is the action. GeForce NOW is packing November with 23 games hitting the cloud, including the launch of the highly anticipated Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 on Friday, Nov. 14. Kicking off the six games available this week, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage enters the ring, bringing Sega’s legendary 3D fighter — rebuilt for a new generation — to the GeForce RTX cloud. It’s a knockout lineup for November — and the perfect time to fall into the cloud. Phoenix will be the next region to light up with GeForce RTX 5080-class power. Amsterdam is the latest region to get GeForce RTX 5080-class power, with Montreal going live today and Phoenix coming up next. Stay tuned to GFN Thursday for updates as more regions upgrade to Blackwell RTX. Follow along with the latest progress on the server rollout page. Step Into the Cloud Fight anywhere, play everywhere. Sega’s iconic Virtua Fighter franchise returns in Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage, the latest evolution of the classic 3D fighter. Backed by decades of competitive history, the new entry refines the series’ precise mechanics with modern visuals, deeper customization and online features built for the next generation of fighters. R.E.V.O. World Stage brings players back into the dojos and arenas that made Virtua Fighter legendary. With skills-based combat that rewards timing, reflexes and true mastery of each character’s martial art, every match tells its own story — whether a friendly spar or a global showdown on the world stage. GeForce NOW members can take the fight anywhere. Stream Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage at ultralow latency across devices — without downloads or installs. It’s time to show the world what a real champion looks like. New-Game November Write the story of civilization. Paradox Interactive’s Europa Universalis V is a grand strategy game that brings centuries of diplomacy, warfare and exploration to life. Guide empires, shape cultures, form alliances and test ambition in a living world shaped by dramatic rivalries and changing alliances. Each campaign reveals a living, unpredictable world where ambition sparks dramatic rivalries and history is rewritten with every bold move. Launched on GeForce NOW, it’s optimized for GeForce RTX 5080-power, so every intricate standoff, sweeping campaign and chaotic twist of fate is rendered at up to 5K 120 frames per second, fully capturing the chaos of history as it unfolds in real time. In addition, members can look for the following to play this week: Europa Universalis V (New release on Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready, Nov. 4) 7 Days Blood Moons (New release on Steam, Nov 4) Whiskerwood (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Nov. 6) The Last Caretaker (New release on Steam, Nov. 6) Voidtrain (New release on Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Nov. 7) Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage (Steam)  Catch the full list of games coming to the cloud in November: INAZUMA ELEVEN: Victory Road (New release on Steam, Nov. 10) Surviving Mars: Relaunched (New release on Steam, Nov. 10) Possessor(s) (New release on Steam, Nov. 11) Rue Valley (New release on Steam, Nov. 11) Anno 117: Pax Romana (New release on Steam and Ubisoft, Nov. 13) Assetto Corsa Rally (New release on Steam, Nov. 13) Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 (New release on Steam, Battle.net and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Nov. 14) Where Winds Meet (New release on Epic Games Store, Nov. 14) SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide (New release on Steam, Nov. 18) Long Drive North (New release on Steam, Nov. 18) Demonschool (New release on Steam, Nov. 19) Monsters Are Coming! Rock & Road (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Nov. 20) Project Motor Racing (New release on Steam, Nov. 25) Brotato (Steam) GODBREAKERS (Steam) Megabonk (Steam) R.E.P.O. (Steam) Overdrive October In addition to the 18 games announced in October, an extra 20 joined over the month: Amnesia: The Bunker (Epic Games Store) Dark Moon (Steam) Deathground (Steam) The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind (Steam, Epic Games Store and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) Earth vs. Mars Demo (Steam) Escape From Duckov (Steam) Escape Simulator 2 (Steam) Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective – Demo (Steam) Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (Steam) Keeper (Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) Outbreak Island (Steam) NINJA GAIDEN 4 (Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) The Outer Worlds 2 – Advanced Access (Steam, Battle.net and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) Pax Dei (Xbox, available on PC Game Pass; 1.0 release on Steam and Epic Games Store) Street Fighter V (Steam) Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow (Steam and Ubisoft Connect) Ultra Street Fighter IV (Steam) VEIN (Steam) Wobbly Life (Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) Wreckreation (Steam) Fellowship didn’t make it in October. Stay tuned to GFN Thursday for updates. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. "just one more match" What's the one game that's been keeping you up all night? — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) November 4, 2025  

Title: Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 529: Sumptuous Victuals Date: Sat, 06 Dec 2025 22:52:19 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2025/12/06/official-playstation-podcast-episode-529-sumptuous-victuals/ Email us at PSPodcast@sony.com! Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or download here Hey, y’all! Sid, Tim, Brett, and Kristen are back this week after the Thanksgiving holiday, and diving right into Arc Raiders and Ghost of Yōtei NG+. Stuff We Talked About Next week’s releases: Skate Story| PS5 Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 | PS5 Terminator 2D: No Fate | PS5 PS Blog 2025 Game of the Year Polls — The polls are now open! Make your voice heard by casting your vote in 19 categories before Monday, December 8 DualSense Wireless Controller – Genshin Impact Limited Edition – Pre-orders begin December 11, with launch starting from January 2026. What we’ve been playing: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Ghost of Yōtei New Game+ Ball x Pit Arc Raiders System Shock remake The Cast View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Sid Shuman – Senior Director of Content Communications, SIE View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Tim Turi – Content Communications Manager, SIE View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Brett Elston – Manager, Content Communications, SIE View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Kristen Zitani –  Globlal Content Content Communications Manager, SIE Thanks to Dormilón for our rad theme song and show music. [Editor’s note: PSN game release dates are subject to change without notice. Game details are gathered from press releases from their individual publishers and/or ESRB rating descriptions.]

Title: Share of the Week: Snowy Date: Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:21:44 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2025/12/05/share-of-the-week-snowy/ Last week, we asked you to share snow-filled views from the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here’s this week’s snowy highlights: SheikhSadi80 shares Atsu riding out to a shrine on a snowy hill in Ghost of Yōtei rorottino shares Sam snowboarding on a carrier in Death Stranding 2: On The Beach. RhodWulfLeon shares Kratos on the ice with a wolf in God of War Ragnarök. secondcapture shares a student riding a Hippogriff over snowy grounds in Hogwarts Legacy. treeblazah shares Aloy overlooking a snowy vista in Horizon Forbidden West. discophotomode shares a glamorous snow-themed outfit from Infinity Nikki. Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme, or be inspired by other great games featuring Photo Mode. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week? THEME: Zoomed OutSUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on December 10, 2025  Next week, zoom all the way out and share panoramic shots using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.

Title: Cairn: the climb of a lifetime starts January 29 2026 Date: Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:27:30 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2025/12/04/cairn-the-climb-of-a-lifetime-starts-january-29-2026/ Hi, this is Emeric Thoa, creative director at The Game Bakers, and I’m joined by Art Director and Writer Mathieu Bablet. Today, we’d like to tell you a bit about the story of Cairn and its main character, Aava. Play Video So far, we’ve been highlighting the ultra-realistic climbing simulation in Cairn — a completely new climbing system that’s easy to pick up but creates surprising tension when you venture onto the walls of Kami, the mountain no one has ever reached the summit of. But Cairn is more than just a climbing game. As you climb Kami, you’ll also have to survive in the mountain — finding food, water, and places to rest. It’s also a human adventure: the story of a determined alpinist, and perhaps more than that — a reflection on mountaineering itself, on what drives people to push themselves beyond their limits to climb mountains. Cairn tells the story of Aava, an experienced mountaineer determined to do the impossible: reach the summit of Kami, alone. Emeric: How would you describe Aava — her personality, her motivations?Mathieu: Aava is a climber with a mind of steel, forged through years of climbing that have demanded a lot from her as she kept breaking records. She’s demanding, perfectionist, and can’t stand failure. And when she conquers a difficult route, when she pauses for a moment on a ledge with a breathtaking view, she feels free. It’s for moments like these that she climbs — that’s her main drive. Emeric: What I love about Aava is feeling her determination — even though it sometimes makes her a bit tough. Was it intentional to make her somewhat solitary?Mathieu: After watching a lot of documentaries about climbers and mountaineers, one clear pattern emerged: this discipline, as liberating as it is, comes with its share of sacrifices and trade-offs. You have to harden your body, harden your mind, and sometimes set your emotions aside. Such individual feats often leave marks on the people around these athletes. Emeric: That said, not all climbers are the same. In Cairn, Aava crosses paths with a certain Marco — who is he?Mathieu: Marco is also a climber, younger than Aava. In fact, he’s a bit like Aava before she became the accomplished mountaineer she is in the game. He’s carefree, someone who climbs purely for the joy of it, not for the pride of reaching the top. Through him, Aava rediscovers a bit of the simple pleasure of climbing. Emeric: And there are other characters and encounters Aava will have along her ascent?Mathieu: Cairn is a true adventure game, with an emotional and meaningful story. Even though it’s a solo ascent, Aava will meet people on the mountain and reveal more of her personal story. This happens through exchanges with those she’s left behind — Naomi, who regularly checks in on her, and her agent Chris, who’s constantly chasing after her! But also through encounters with other climbers on the mountain — those alive like Marco, and those who never made it back down. And then there’s the troglodyte civilization, or what remains of it — incredible climbers and rock carvers who lived in seclusion high in the mountains. Cairn is the story of Aava and her passion for the mountains, told through these encounters and places to discover — showing what drives humans to go beyond their limits to reach new heights. Emeric: We could have made Cairn just a climbing simulation, but for the whole Game Bakers team it was important to go further — to tell a story that moves us. Mathieu, for you, what’s the most important part of this story?Mathieu: For me, Cairn is about Aava’s obsession — a kind of relentless drive that keeps her from thinking about anything but the ascent of Kami. That feeling of determination is what I want players to experience throughout the game, along with all the consequences that come with such a quest for the absolute. Emeric: That’s also what made me want to create a game like Cairn. I was fascinated by that very tangible sense of determination you find in mountaineering stories (like in Taniguchi’s manga The Summit of the Gods). It made me wonder — what would I be willing to give everything for? What’s my summit? And what’s yours? Get ready for the climbing thrill when Cairn hits PS5 on January 29!

Title: SOL Shogunate, a samurai space opera, announced for PS5 Date: Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:06:24 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2025/12/04/sol-shogunate-a-samurai-space-opera-announced-for-ps5/ Hello, everyone! We’re Chaos Manufacturing—an indie development team on a mission to combine combat, story, and music so that they work in harmony to create game experiences that players will never forget. We’re excited to reveal our debut game, SOL Shogunate, a single player third-person action RPG that brings fluid, spectacle-driven combat to a sci-fi universe that pays homage to the majesty of feudal Japanese tradition. The game unfolds across a striking alternate future where the way of the sword is law. A shattered heir, a stolen legacy Players step into the role of Yuzuki, the lone survivor of a once-powerful samurai family. After a rival clan massacres her family, she becomes a ronin, carving a bloody path of vengeance through the moon’s gleaming megacities. These “Lunar Glass” cities create artificial gravity for their inhabitants, enabling sustained lunar life and a variety of ecosystems. Shogunate infrastructure also features wonders such as space elevators, high speed rail, and districts that maintain the veneer of Earth’s cultural comforts. Beneath the bright skylines lie sprawling industrial zones where workers toil unseen to sustain the shogunate’s influence. Yuzuki’s story leads her deeper into the heart of the lunar frontier, revealing the forces that shaped her past and threaten her future. Play Video Swordplay forged from past and future Combat in SOL Shogunate emphasizes precision, timing, and adaptability. Yuzuki is the ultimate space samurai, genetically modified for the future of combat, and master of classically-designed weapons reengineered for the battlefields of tomorrow. Players can channel various types of energy into attacks to expose weaknesses, stagger foes, and create new tactical opportunities. As her abilities grow, and her enhancements evolve, new techniques shift how battles flow and how players overcome increasingly dangerous enemies. Unforgettable action Music is like a cheat code for emotion and a great song can make any experience more memorable. One of our goals is to combine exciting gameplay with awesome original music that will get your pulse racing. Our epic encounters will blend choreography and visual spectacle, each paired with music that responds to the action on-screen. We’re collaborating with Japanese rock artists including AliA to create multi-stage encounters that should feel like starring in electrifying music videos, every strike amplified by driving, emotionally charged tracks. Lunar cities shaped by history SOL Shogunate is Chaos Manufacturing’s love letter to Japan, as every member has been deeply inspired by its history, culture, and media. Each metropolis on the moon, for example, draws inspiration from a different era of Japanese history. These environments act as both living spaces and reflections of the shogunate’s reach across the solar system. To navigate these zones, players will traverse vertical districts using gravity assist gear, and even uncover hidden layers within each biome, discovering clues that will unlock mysteries about SOL Shogunate’s rich backstory. Looking ahead Chaos Manufacturing is still in the early stages of development on SOL Shogunate. Please visit the official SOL Shogunate website for all the latest updates!

Title: Romancing SaGa creator discusses the fantasy RPG’s legacy, music, art, and more Date: Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:00:10 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2025/12/04/romancing-saga-creator-discusses-the-fantasy-rpgs-legacy-music-art-and-more/ The gods created man, and man created stories. In the beginning there was Romancing SaGa, the first entry in a classic 16-bit RPG trilogy. The beloved adventure was later remade on PS2, titled Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song-. On December 9, Red Art Games will release an enhanced version of the PS2 game on PS5 and PS4, titled Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered International. This new International version is the most comprehensive, featuring new characters, tougher challenges, as well as numerous QoL improvements including French, Italian, German and Spanish localization, the ability to switch between English and Japanese voices and more, making it perfect for longtime fans and first-time SaGa players. Before we head back into the world of Mardias, I was honored to have the opportunity to interview Akitoshi Kawazu, the original creator of the SaGa series and both producer and director of the 2005 version. Kawazu-san was kind enough to answer a few questions we had about the game, the SaGa series’ grand 36-year history, and his personal thoughts in the process. Could you tell us how the idea of the first Romancing SaGa title came into being?  I had always wanted to make a grand fantasy RPG in the style of The Lord of the Rings. With our previous experience and the new hardware available, I knew that now was the time to take on that challenge. And then came Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song-. What were the challenges associated with the development of the 2005 version for PlayStation 2 ? The biggest challenge was figuring out the limits to which we could push the PS2’s expression capabilities. New team members wanted different expressions than those found in the original version, but if we strayed too far it wouldn’t be faithful to the original. Development was all about striking a balance. In the PS2 version, the original 2D pixel art was completely remade into a full 3D game. In terms of battles, new systems such as BP management and combos were introduced, adding greater strategy and drama to each encounter. The music, composed by Kenji Ito, was also boldly rearranged, giving players a fresh and powerful listening experience even if they were familiar with the original. In addition, features such as the class system and proficiencies were added, reflecting the trends of the time and making the game more accessible and comfortable to play. It must be something special to see the game brought back to life in the PS5 version. What was it like to be in the room when Square Enix was discussing remastering the game? What was at the forefront of your minds then? Another full remake would be required to fully use the capabilities of the PS5, and that wasn’t the goal of this project. That said, we knew that we didn’t want to waste the potential of its high specs, so we tried various approaches to see what was possible. We also discussed what kinds of additional elements we wanted to include. In the remastered version, several new elements and improvements have been introduced to further enhance the player experience. New playable characters have been added, along with high-difficulty bosses designed to challenge even veteran players. A newly written scenario by Akitoshi Kawazu expands the story and world of the original, while Kenji Ito’s music has been boldly rearranged, offering a fresh and dynamic listening experience. In addition, various quality-of-life features—such as improved UI, a battle speed-up option, and post-clear data carryover—make the game more accessible and enjoyable for both new and returning players. Romancing SaGa has a long history. Over 30 years and counting! What makes the game such a reference in the JRPG genre that it even now remains so fun to revisit? I think it’s because we highly prioritized giving the player a large degree of freedom. Games are enjoyable because they operate under a certain set of rules, but those rules aren’t fun if they’re there only to suit the designers’ whims. A big part of the game’s appeal is in getting the player to remember their playing experience long after they’ve finished. How does Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered International’s story differ from the original Romancing SaGa’s? The basic premise and story flow remain the same, but we added multiple elements reminiscent of short fantasy stories so that players would be able to enjoy the world’s lore a little more. In this remastered version, numerous new events have been added that were not present in the original 1992 release. New storylines include the introduction of the Volunteer Brigade, which guides players through basic game systems and progression, as well as additional episodes that further develop certain characters — such as Marina and Flammar, who are now playable. There are also special events that can only be experienced on a second playthrough or later, offering players more depth and replay value. Among the many protagonists of Minstrel Song, who’s your favorite? Can you explain why? I think the most protagonist-like of them all is Albert, a young man battered about by the whims of fate. One of the most striking elements of this title is its artistic direction by Tomomi Kobayashi. Could you tell us why you chose to feature her art in the game? We went with Tomomi Kobayashi because her use of delicate lines and bright colors inspire the player to use their imagination. I would go so far to say as the development team—myself included—were even more stimulated than the players. The reason the characters come to life can be directly linked back to Kobayashi-san’s designs. Regarding the “Minstrel” mentioned in the title. In the Romancing SaGa series, a Bard always appears in each installment. What would you say is the role of the Minstrel? The minstrel is there to provide an objective view of the world. While he does empathize with the protagonists, he is someone who loves everything about the world, including the fiends that reside there. I don’t like it when a story overemphasizes the protagonists’ emotions to the exclusion of other aspects of the world, so I make a concerted effort to include characters who are able to provide a more universal outlook. Regarding the music in this title — the remaster seems to have further enhanced its presence, elevating the overall gameplay experience. In the PlayStation 2 version of Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song-, many tracks were boldly rearranged from the original Romancing SaGa, and new compositions were also created. Could you share any particular stories or memories about the process of arranging or composing these new pieces? We rearranged the music in order to take better advantage of the PS2’s breadth of sound and music capabilities. Kenji Ito, who composed the original, did a lot of work on the overall project, with his fresh arrangements and new songs often bringing our sound engineers to tears. For a long time, the Romancing SaGa series has mainly been developed with Japanese players in mind. How do you feel about Red Art Games’ overseas release of Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered International, which now includes additional localizations in four European languages? My decisions at the time meant that the original didn’t make it overseas for a very long time. I am incredibly pleased that this work can now be enjoyed in the land where the fantasy genre got its origins in the  languages of the people who live there. ​​ How would you like to see the SaGa series develop in the future? Are there any new directions or challenges you would like to explore? I would like to continue bringing fantasy RPGs with a modern flair to audiences, including by remaking previous titles. Thank you so much for your time, Mr. Kawazu! And thank you, dear reader, for coming this far! The game will be available December 9 on PlayStation Store for PS4 and PS5.

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