Author: GIStaff

Rumors suggest The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt might receive an unexpected new DLC nearly ten years after its initial release. According to Polish gaming podcast Rock and Boris, a third major expansion is reportedly in development at Fool’s Theory – the studio currently working on The Witcher 1 Remake – with a potential 2026 release window. While CD Projekt has yet to confirm these reports, the speculation has generated significant excitement among fans. If accurate, this would likely be a smaller-scale DLC, potentially bundled with a free update. The choice of developer appears strategic: Fool’s Theory employs numerous veterans of CD Projekt’s games, ensuring…

Charles Martinet, the longtime voice actor behind Nintendo’s iconic Mario character, has offered clarification regarding recent reports about his ability to perform the character’s voice at public events. Addressing speculation that arose following an earlier report, Martinet confirmed via his official social media account that he still performs Mario’s voice for fans at conventions and expos. However, he chooses not to improvise non-canon or unrelated phrases in Mario’s voice, a decision he emphasized is entirely his own to preserve the character’s integrity. This clarification comes in response to widespread concern sparked by a claim from internet personality Ricky Berwick, who…

Eric Barone, the sole developer behind the widely acclaimed Stardew Valley, has confirmed that his upcoming project, Haunted Chocolatier, will feature a world significantly larger than that of its predecessor. This revelation came directly from Barone’s official social media account, where he briefly stated that the world of Haunted Chocolatier will indeed surpass Stardew Valley in size. The announcement has thrilled fans eager to see how this new title will honor Stardew Valley’s legacy while forging its path. First revealed in October 2021 with a gameplay trailer, Haunted Chocolatier blends life simulation with action-RPG mechanics. Instead of farming, players will run…

Nintendo has reached a historic milestone in Spain with the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, which has become the country’s most successful console debut to date. According to Gamereactor, the console sold 108,000 units between its release on Thursday and the following weekend, nearly doubling the previous records set by the PlayStation Portable and PlayStation 5. The Switch 2’s strong performance was driven in part by Mario Kart World, the latest entry in the franchise and Spain’s best-selling game of 2025 so far. Around 90,000 buyers redeemed download codes for the digital version through the Nintendo eShop, while an additional…

New claims have emerged regarding Charles Martinet’s departure as the voice of Mario, stirring renewed speculation about the circumstances surrounding his transition from the role. Popular internet personality Ricky Berwick shared a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), stating that Martinet is allegedly prohibited from performing any of his familiar Mario character voices at conventions or public appearances. Berwick claims to have learned this directly from Martinet during a personal encounter at a convention. According to Berwick’s post, despite Martinet now serving as the official “Mario Ambassador” for Nintendo, legal restrictions prevent him from using the voices he…

Since its acquisition by Microsoft in late 2018, Obsidian Entertainment has emerged as one of the most consistently productive studios under the Xbox Game Studios banner. While high-profile titles such as Fable, Everwild, State of Decay 3, and Perfect Dark remain absent from release schedules or significant updates, Obsidian has already released multiple projects. It has several more on the way, demonstrating a level of efficiency that stands out in Microsoft’s first-party development lineup. Obsidian’s journey since joining Microsoft has been transformative. Previously known for working under tight budgets and publisher restrictions, the studio flourished after becoming part of Microsoft’s…

Fresh leaks have surfaced for Grand Theft Auto VI, offering extensive insight into its story structure, gameplay mechanics, and overall design approach. The information comes from a known leaker named Gameroll, who has previously shared accurate details related to the game. These revelations largely align with a prior post made on the GamingLeaks subreddit, strengthening the credibility of these claims as fans eagerly await Rockstar’s official updates. According to the latest details, the much-requested six-star wanted level system is making a return, reviving one of the classic features from earlier titles in the series. In addition, relationship bars resembling the…

Despite Nintendo’s consistent efforts to bolster the security of its consoles, the newly launched Nintendo Switch 2 is already seeing early steps toward modding. Within a single day of its release, security researcher David Buchanan revealed that he had achieved a userland return-oriented programming (ROP) exploit on the system. While the exploit does not yet permit full system-level access or the execution of native code, it marks a noteworthy milestone in the console’s potential hacking trajectory. Buchanan posted a series of updates on social media, including a short video demonstrating framebuffer graphics rendered in a small portion of the screen.…

Nintendo’s recent communication with visual novel publisher Sekai Project has sparked concern among small and mid-sized developers. The issue arose after Nintendo flagged compatibility problems with one of Sekai Project’s titles on the newly launched Switch 2, released on June 5, 2025. While the hybrid console is already reshaping the gaming landscape, its rollout has not been without controversy. According to Chris from Sekai Project, Nintendo informed them that one of their games would not be available on the Switch 2 eShop at launch due to performance or compatibility issues. The message reportedly stated: “One of your games shows some issues…

A leaker known as GameRoll, who gained attention for correctly disclosing the names of GTA VI’s protagonists weeks ahead of the game’s official trailer, has returned with further alleged insights into the upcoming Rockstar title. According to GameRoll, these new details also originate from the same source that provided the earlier character information, which adds a degree of credibility to these leaks. One of the most notable claims is that the game will include functional shopping malls with over 700 accessible stores. If true, this would represent a major step forward in interactivity and immersion compared to previous entries in…