Author: Joel

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently expressed concerns regarding the recent price adjustments and modifications to Xbox Game Pass subscriptions, highlighting potential consumer issues. In response, Microsoft has defended these changes, asserting that they are beneficial for gamers. The FTC criticized Microsoft’s decision to discontinue Game Pass for Console, noting that users would face a substantial price hike to transition to Game Pass Ultimate. The FTC referred to the new Game Pass Standard as a “degraded product,” emphasizing that it costs 36% more and excludes day-one releases. According to the FTC, this exemplifies the consumer harm they had cautioned…

Bandai Namco originally released Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster for the Nintendo Switch, initially believed to be an exclusive. However, in early June, they unexpectedly released the remaster for PC on Steam. Having already played the collection on the Nintendo Switch, I wanted to evaluate the quality of the PC port. While the port appears to be well-executed, there are some noticeable drawbacks. One significant issue is the control layout. Bandai Namco seems to have overlooked that the game is now running on a PC with an Xbox controller. The controller layout remains similar to that of the…

Microsoft had been rumored to be developing a cloud streaming device internally codenamed Keystone. This speculation gained traction with the recent discovery of a new patent. The patent provides insights into what Microsoft aimed to achieve with their Xbox streaming device. Initially announced in 2021, the device was intended to stream Xbox games to TVs and other devices without the need for a traditional console, offering a more affordable and hassle-free alternative. The project was designed to be budget-friendly, targeting a price point of around $99 or $129. However, due to design challenges, achieving this price point was not feasible…

In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, Hidetaka Miyazaki, President of From Software, expressed his interest in developing a traditional Japanese role-playing game (JRPG). This marks a significant departure from his well-known work on action RPGs like the Dark Souls series and Elden Ring. Miyazaki revealed that, while he is intrigued by the idea of creating a traditional JRPG, he does not foresee it being connected to From Software’s 2006 title, Enchanted Arms. This game was directed by Masato Miyazaki, now an employee at Capcom, and is not related to Hidetaka Miyazaki. Reflecting on the studio’s history, Miyazaki stated that…

Bandai Namco has officially released Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster for PC via Steam. This release brings the acclaimed Nintendo GameCube franchise to a new generation of players with enhanced visual fidelity and updated gameplay features while preserving the core elements that defined the original games. For a limited time, players can access the Month-1 edition, which includes exclusive concept art, character designs, and development documents. This special edition will be available until July 17, 2024. After this date, the Standard edition of the game will become available. The Baten Kaitos series is renowned for its distinctive Magnus…

Unannounced PC versions of several high-profile games have been leaked through a new platform related to the Epic Games Store similar to SteamDB, known as EpicDB. Among the notable discoveries are potential PC releases of Naughty Dog’s “The Last of Us Part 2,” Square Enix’s “Final Fantasy IX” remake, and Rockstar Games’ “Red Dead Redemption.” The information surfaced as users navigated through EpicDB, searching for various publishers and examining their pages on Epic Games Store. These investigations led to the discovery of multiple codenames for unannounced PC games. By delving into the Cloud Saves sections associated with these codenames, users…

In a recent update shared on their support page, GOG has announced a significant change regarding Cloud Saves management. Starting September 2024, any Cloud Save files exceeding the default allocation limit of 200MB per game will be deleted. This measure is part of GOG’s efforts to streamline their cloud storage services and ensure efficient use of space. GOG has urged users to review their Cloud Save files to avoid losing important game data. It’s important to note that this change affects only the saves stored in the cloud via GOG GALAXY; any saves stored locally on users’ computers will remain…

A new report from a credible source appears to suggest that Konami has delayed Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater to 2025. Metal Gear Solid Detla: Snake Eater is a remake of Metal Gear Solid 3, currently being developed at Konami in collaboration with Virtuos. Like the upcoming Silent Hill 2 Remake, this also reimagines the base game in a brand-new graphics engine. While Konami hasn’t shown the gameplay from it yet, they have given a tease of the visuals revealing various environments as well as the opening of Metal Gear Solid 3 running on this new graphics engine. The…

The Super Mario Bros. Movie has turned out to be a major success for all parties involved which includes Nintendo, Illumination, and Universal. The movie was released last year and managed to create one record after another, culminating in a box office gross of more than 1.36 Billion. This led to the movie making record profit when all costs were calculated versus the revenue it generated, according to a report. The animated movie from Illumination that was overseen by Shigeru Miyamoto made more than half a billion in profit according to the report. The estimated profit is around $559 million,…

Team Ninja has achieved significant success in the Action genre. Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a testament to their expertise in creating challenging action games, and it’s a brand-new IP that showcases their exceptional skills. This game affirms their position as leaders in the field. Although Ninja Gaiden brought them fame and success initially, Team Ninja continues to demonstrate their expertise in new and distinct IPs, moving beyond their original hallmark. Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition is a comprehensive package that includes the base game and all the downloadable content (DLC) released to date. The package includes the game’s…