Fyra Frost

Battlefield 6 brings back the iconic franchise with records at launch

Oct 13, 2025, 12:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The Battlefield franchise makes an epic comeback that will put even more pressure on Call of Duty.

EA and DICE's Battlefield 6 has stormed onto the gaming scene with one of the most impressive debuts in franchise history. The latest installment in the long-running first-person shooter series reached a staggering 747,000 concurrent players on Steam during its launch weekend, a figure that propels it into Steam's all-time top 20 most-played games. This milestone not only cements Battlefield 6 as a major comeback for the series but also places it in the same league as some of the...

This Week's Video Game Releases - October 2025 (Week 42)

Oct 13, 2025, 10:30 AM Fyra Frost New Game Releases

Pokémon Legends: Z-A brings back the beloved franchise this week with Battlefield 6 still in the spotlight.

Gamers are in for a packed week as a wave of highly anticipated titles lands across consoles and PC. From long-running franchises to fresh indie creations, the variety hitting the market between October 13 and 19 is staggering. Leading the charge is Pokémon Legends: Z-A, one of the year’s most awaited releases, debuting on October 16, 2025. October 13 - 19 releases The week kicks off on October 14 with a colorful mix of releases. Just Dance 2026 Edition brings a...

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will receive additional content

Oct 10, 2025, 10:00 AM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Sandfall Interactive is celebrating the achievement with a free update for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 that will include new content.

French developer Sandfall Interactive has announced that its award-winning RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has surpassed an astonishing five million copies sold worldwide. To thank its rapidly growing fanbase, the studio revealed plans for a free content update that will introduce new areas, tougher challenges, and long-awaited improvements based on player feedback. Since debuting on April 24, 2025, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has captured the hearts of gamers across the world. Blending painterly art direction with a rhythmic, turn-based combat system...

Heart Machine abruptly ends development on Hyper Light Breaker

Oct 10, 2025, 9:00 AM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The tides of indie developement can turn swiftly and leave promising projects stranded and helpless.

In a surprise announcement that has left fans reeling, independent developer Heart Machine has confirmed it is halting all development on Hyper Light Breaker, the highly anticipated follow-up to its acclaimed 2016 title Hyper Light Drifter. The news comes only a few months after the game launched in Early Access, and it coincides with a new round of layoffs at the Los Angeles-based studio. Unpleasant news for the community When Hyper Light Breaker entered Early Access in early 2025, it marked...

Absolum: reinventing the Beat ’Em Up for a new generation

Oct 9, 2025, 7:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The game offers a unique approach to a genre that has felt kind of stagnant for a very long time.

The studio behind Streets of Rage 4 has returned with a daring new project that redefines what a beat ’em up can be. Their latest release, Absolum, blends the satisfying rhythm of old-school brawlers with the evolving structure of a roguelike, creating a fast, strategic, and endlessly replayable experience. Developed by Guard Crush Games in partnership with Supamonks and published by Dotemu, the game is available now on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. A new direction for...

End of Windows 10 Support: Impact on PC Gaming Explained

Oct 8, 2025, 6:00 PM Fyra Frost Software News

Possible security issues rise as a challenge to be solved for those who do not want to upgrade their OS to a modern version-

After nearly a decade of service, Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, marking a major milestone for one of the most popular operating systems in gaming history. While the OS will continue to function after this date, Microsoft will stop providing security updates, feature improvements, and technical support. For gamers, that means it's time to prepare for a new era, and possibly a new operating system. A turning point for Windows gamers When support officially ends,...

New Little Nightmares III trailer explores haunting dreams

Oct 8, 2025, 4:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The game is an original and new take on the beloved franchise that introduces co-op gamelay and other novelties.

Bandai Namco and Supermassive Games are prepared for the upcoming release of Little Nightmares III, and they have set the stage for launch day with the newly released "Dreams on Paper" trailer, a beautifully eerie glimpse into the next chapter of the acclaimed horror puzzle series. Scheduled for release on October 10, 2025, the trailer redefines what fans can expect from the franchise blending emotional storytelling, stylized visuals, and fresh gameplay innovations that push the series into uncharted territory. A world sketched...

Battlefield 6 Official Launch Hype Trailer ignites excitement

Oct 8, 2025, 12:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Players are so excited for Battlefield 6 that the game has potential to become the biggest release in the series.

The wait for Battlefield 6 is almost over, and EA has turned up the heat with a stunning new Official Launch Hype Trailer, showcasing everything fans expect from the iconic shooter series, including massive battles, cinematic visuals, and chaotic warfare on a grand scale. Alongside the adrenaline-fueled trailer, an unexpected revelation from early players has made waves across the gaming community: the physical edition of Battlefield 6 includes the complete game on disc, with no massive initial download required to...

Deathground: Survival horror and dinosaurs in a new experience

Oct 7, 2025, 4:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Deathground roars onto Steam Early Access, but players won’t be the dinosaurs this time.

The long-anticipated cooperative horror game Deathground has officially entered Early Access on Steam, inviting players into a tense world where humans face off against cunning, bloodthirsty dinosaurs. Developed by Jaw Drop Games, Deathground combines elements of classic survival horror and modern co-op design to deliver a nerve-racking experience, one that’s already drawing comparisons to titles like Left 4 Dead, Phasmophobia, and Aliens: Dark Descent. A Survival Horror Experience with Teeth Set in a crumbling research facility overrun by prehistoric...

EA addresses Battlefield 6 feedback ahead of launch

Oct 7, 2025, 2:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

EA responds to player feedback on Battlefield 6: What it means for launch, Day One Patch, and the future of the franchise.

Electronic Arts is gearing up for the highly anticipated launch of Battlefield 6 on October 10, and the company has been vocal about how community feedback has contributed to shaping the game's final form. Through open betas, playtests, and direct community engagement, EA has gathered a mountain of player data, and it's already putting that information to use. From balancing weapons to teasing large-scale naval warfare, the studio’s latest communications suggest a clear intent: to make Battlefield 6 a more...

Warhammer 40K: Mechanicus II: A deadlier sequel you can try for free

Oct 6, 2025, 4:40 PM Fyra Frost

The sequel to the acclaimed Warhammer 40K turn-based strategy title brings a new playable faction.

Fans of tactical strategy and the grim darkness of the far future have something new to celebrate. Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II, the long-awaited sequel to Bulwark Studios' acclaimed 2018 strategy title, has released a free demo on Steam. The trial version allows players to experience the early chapters of the game, offering a first look at its new features, playable factions, and major gameplay overhauls. Two Factions, Two Stories The biggest and most immediate change from the original Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus...

This Week's Video Game Releases - October 2025 (Week 41)

Oct 6, 2025, 3:00 PM Fyra Frost New Game Releases

This week, blockbusters and indie gems collide with the launch of Battlefield 6 and Little Nightmares III.

The second week of October 2025 is shaping up to be one of the biggest in recent gaming memory, bringing a flood of highly anticipated releases across nearly every genre. From sprawling shooters and chilling horror sequels to creative indies and retro-inspired RPGs, players have a packed week ahead. At the center of the excitement are two major highlights: the long-awaited Battlefield 6 and the eerie return of Little Nightmares III. October 6 - 12 releases Tuesday, October 7, sets the tone...

Megabonk shatters expectations, joins Steam's Best-Seller elite

Oct 3, 2025, 7:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Not only has the game caught the eye of many players, but it's also maintaining a remarkable number of players daily.

The indie scene has a new breakout star. Megabonk is a quirky roguelike filled with chaotic sword-surfing skeletons and fast-paced survival mechanics. After a meteoric start, it has skyrocketed to the top of Steam’s charts. In just two weeks, the game has sold more than one million copies, an achievement that puts it shoulder to shoulder with some of the platform’s most successful titles. An old formula reinvented? What makes the rise of Megabonk truly remarkable is how quickly...

Inside EA's $55B Buyout and its impact on gaming's future

Oct 3, 2025, 6:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Winds of change and a hefty sum may change the video game panorama as one of the biggest publishers has a new owner.

Electronic Arts, one of the most influential publishers in the video game industry, is set to undergo a dramatic shift. A private consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), private equity giant Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners has agreed to acquire EA in a deal valued at $55 billion. The move, which will take the company private, marks one of the largest acquisitions in gaming history and could reshape how some of the industry’s biggest franchises are managed...

Fallout 76 announces its biggest expansion to date

Oct 2, 2025, 1:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Not only will Burning Springs add a plethora of new content, but it will also be totally free for those who own the game.

Bethesda is preparing to deliver the largest update to Fallout 76 since 2020. The new expansion, titled Burning Springs, arrives this December and will open the doors to a vast new region, introduce bounty hunting as a core gameplay system, and add multiple storylines, events, and rewards designed to keep the wasteland alive and evolving. Unlike previous DLC like the Atomic Angler Bundle, the Skyline Valley - Lost Treasure Bundle or the Atlantic City High Stakes Bundle, this...

Ghost of Yōtei launches on PS5 with a major Day-One patch

Oct 2, 2025, 12:20 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

You will have to wait a bit longer to play the game but the corrections and improvements in the patch significantly improve the experience.

The wait is over; Ghost of Yōtei, the highly anticipated follow-up to Ghost of Tsushima, officially launches today on PlayStation 5. But before players can set foot in its snowy landscapes, they'll need to download a sizeable day-one patch that Sony and Sucker Punch have deemed critical for the game’s performance and polish. A launch built around the 1.006 Patch Unlike some launches where the patch is optional, you must update your game to version 1.006 before you can play Ghost of Yōtei....

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 offers a preview of its multiplayer maps

Oct 1, 2025, 12:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

With a total of 18 multiplayer maps available at launch, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is set for a solid start.

The Call of Duty hype cycle is in full swing, and Treyarch has just given fans a proper look at where they'll be dropping in this November. A new video has been released, showcasing some of the maps that will define the competitive scene in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, while confirming the full roster that will be available at launch. The video itself is exactly what longtime players want: a sweeping tour of the battlegrounds, pausing on key landmarks, sightlines, and choke points....

Battlefield 6 Season 1 roadmap unveils free post-launch content

Oct 1, 2025, 10:30 AM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The game will have a very strong start with plenty of additional free content to keep players busy and entertained.

As the release date of the game gets closer, Electronic Arts is doing more than throwing jabs at Call of Duty, and it has revealed its ambitious post-launch roadmap for Battlefield 6, laying out a packed Season 1 schedule designed to keep players coming back long after release day. The content plan kicks off on October 28, just a few weeks after the game's launch, and will unfold in three distinct phases running through December. Crucially, all additions will...

Possessor(s): Metroidvania meets smash combat this November

Sep 30, 2025, 12:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Heart Machine's new metroidvania builds on the foundation of its predecessors to deliver a unique and engaging experience.

The creators of Hyper Light Drifter are preparing to unleash their next ambitious project. Possessor(s) is a dark, story-driven Metroidvania that fuses moody exploration with frenetic combat inspired by platform fighters. Developed by Heart Machine and published by Devolver Digital, the game is set to launch on November 11, 2025 for PC and PlayStation 5. A New Direction for Heart Machine Since its debut with the critically acclaimed Hyper Light Drifter and later Solar Ash, Heart Machine has built a reputation...

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds challenges Mario Kart’s crown

Sep 30, 2025, 11:15 AM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds vs. Mario Kart World — The kart rivalry that we've been waiting for.

The kart-racing crown has been sitting comfortably on Mario's head for decades, but Sega just lobbed a blue shell straight at it. With Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, the house of Sonic is taking direct aim at Nintendo's Mario Kart World on the Switch 2, and the results have reignited one of gaming’s most iconic rivalries. Sega's challenge Right out of the gate, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has been a hit with fans. On PC, it stormed to an "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating on Steam,...

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