GAMES
Three under-the-radar games to play instead of other blockbusters
The flood of blockbuster releases may finally be slowing down, but there’s no shortage of smaller, inventive games worth attention this weekend. October has seen several quiet standouts that mix…
Why Smash Bros. Ultimate should return on Switch 2
With most of Nintendo’s top-selling Switch titles now upgraded or reissued for the new hardware, attention naturally turns to the one major holdout: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. As the third best-selling…
Battlefield RedSec review: destruction, teamwork, and the joy of barely surviving
TL;DR: Battlefield RedSec turns the Battlefield formula into a fast, squad-focused battle royale that actually works. It’s thrilling, destructive, and surprisingly welcoming to BR skeptics. Not perfect, but it’s the most fun…
Arc Raiders roadmap adds new map, enemies, and battle pass before year’s end
Embark Studios isn’t wasting any time celebrating Arc Raiders’ strong debut. Barely a day after launch, the developer has dropped a detailed post-launch roadmap outlining what players can expect through the end…
Dying Light: The Beast adds smarter enemies and brutal new finishers
Techland is leaning into the Halloween season with fresh updates for both Dying Light: The Beast and Dying Light 2: Stay Human, bringing new content, fixes, and limited-time events aimed at players looking…
Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection review: when arcades bled and childhoods were shaped
TL;DR: A lovingly violent time capsule that celebrates Mortal Kombat’s origins with all its flaws intact. It’s bloody, nostalgic, and a little broken — just like the arcade era itself.…
Resident Evil: Requiem pre-orders are now live ahead of February 2026 launch
Capcom’s Resident Evil: Requiem is now available to pre-order ahead of its February 27, 2026 release, with both Standard and Deluxe Editions open across global retailers. The next entry in Capcom’s long-running survival horror franchise continues…
Nintendo revives Animal Crossing: New Horizons with Switch 2 edition and free update
Nintendo has announced Animal Crossing: New Horizons — Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, bringing one of its most successful titles back into the spotlight with upgraded visuals, expanded online play, and new…
Honor of Kings launches limbo update celebrating global folklore and original skins
Honor of Kings has unveiled a new in-game chapter, “Limbo,” alongside its Original Skin Series, celebrating cultural storytelling from around the world. The update, available from October 30, introduces new…
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake review: the past, perfected
TL;DR: A gorgeous and heartfelt resurrection of two classics that prove old-school turn-based RPGs still have the sharpest swords in gaming history. There’s a very specific sound that plays in my…
ID@Xbox Showcase October 2025 recap: new games, updates, and surprises
The October 2025 ID@Xbox Showcase returned with a dense lineup of announcements, trailers, and updates highlighting the depth and diversity of independent games on Xbox platforms. Partnering once again with…
Battlefield REDSEC launches with Battle Royale, Gauntlet, and Portal Modes
Electronic Arts has introduced a major new phase for its long-running military shooter series with the launch of Battlefield REDSEC, a free-to-play companion experience to Battlefield 6. Built around the…
New PC horror The day I Will Die explores fear, memory, and endless time loops
Independent studio Lost Lighthouse has announced its debut project, a first-person horror game titled The Day I Will Die, coming to PC. Revealed just ahead of Halloween season, the game is…
Tormented Souls 2 review: old-school horror is back, for better or worse
TL;DR: Old-school horror heads, rejoice: Tormented Souls 2 is an atmospheric, lovingly crafted nightmare that’s as frustrating as it is fascinating. Expect gorgeous environments, brain-twisting puzzles, janky combat, and a vibe straight…
Full Metal Schoolgirl Review: the style is strong, but the soul is missing
TL;DR: Stylish, engaging in short bursts, and occasionally satisfying, but too repetitive and shallow to justify the climb. There’s something about the words “Full Metal Schoolgirl” that promise chaos. You…
The biggest game releases of November 2025
The year might be winding down, but the game calendar definitely isn’t. November 2025 is stacked — from historical epics and grand strategies to cozy indies, chaotic shooters, and some…
Xbox to remake the original Halo, and it’s coming to PS5 in 2026
Microsoft is returning to where the Halo franchise began with a full remake of the original Halo: Combat Evolved — and, in a major shift for the series, the new version will…
Games of the Future 2025 at ADNEC: what fans, players, and studios should expect
Abu Dhabi will host Games of the Future 2025 from 18–23 December at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, positioning the UAE as a showcase for “phygital” sport—events that blend real-world competition…