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Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag remake rumors point to major RPG shift

Sep 17, 2025, 1:10 PM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

These claims have sparked debate among fans—while many welcome the modernization of mechanics.

The long-rumored remake of Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag continues to make waves, as new reports claim Ubisoft is preparing significant gameplay and story changes. While the project hasn’t been officially announced, multiple credible leaks suggest that the remake is well underway and could become one of Ubisoft’s biggest reimaginings of a classic title to date. Originally released in 2013, Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag remains one of the most beloved entries in the series thanks to its unique pirate setting,...

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 surpasses 4.4 million sales milestone

Sep 17, 2025, 1:00 PM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Despite such competition, the game has soared in both sales and critical acclaim.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has officially crossed another major milestone, selling over 4.4 million copies worldwide. French studio Sandfall Interactive confirmed the achievement during a recent interview with French outlet Clips du lundi, where technical character artist Amandine Marest, producer Benjamin Dimanche, and senior gameplay programmer Florian Torres casually let the figure slip. While the “official” number remains at 3.3 million copies sold in 33 days, Marest bluntly added, “4.4 million,” before the team laughed and admitted the updated total. ...

Cyberpunk 2077’s latest update refines driving, photo mode, and quests

Sep 15, 2025, 6:26 AM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

With Patch 2.31 now live, there’s never been a better time to jump into Night City.

CD Projekt Red has rolled out Patch 2.31 for Cyberpunk 2077, further refining the Night City experience with key updates to AutoDrive, Photo Mode, and numerous bug fixes across the game. This is the first update since July’s feature-packed Patch 2.3, which introduced new vehicles, quests, and traversal options that revitalized interest in the open-world RPG. Smoother Driving and Better Photo Mode Patch 2.31 for Cyberpunk 2077 is being rolled out on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox...

Wolverine could finally resurface at PlayStation’s next State of Play

Sep 15, 2025, 6:09 AM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

If Wolverine does appear at September’s showcase, it would mark Insomniac’s biggest announcement since Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.

It’s been nearly four years since Insomniac Games first revealed Wolverine with a short CGI teaser, and fans may finally be getting the update they’ve been waiting for. According to insider reports, PlayStation is preparing a new State of Play event for late September, and Wolverine is “almost certain” to appear with a brand-new trailer. The game has had a turbulent journey so far. A damaging cyberattack in late 2023 leaked large portions of the project, including early gameplay footage, sparking concerns...

Oblivion Remastered faces declining Steam reviews amid PC issues

Sep 11, 2025, 9:56 AM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Adding fuel to the fire is the perception that Bethesda and Virtuos have been slow to address these concerns.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, once celebrated for its surprise launch earlier this year, has recently taken a hit on Steam. The game’s user score has slipped to “Mixed,” reflecting widespread frustration among PC players over ongoing technical problems. When Bethesda shadow-dropped the remaster of its 2006 classic, excitement surged across platforms. Within days, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered drew over 200,000 concurrent players on Steam, becoming one of the platform’s most talked-about RPGs. But the buzz quickly waned,...

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 reveals PC specs

Sep 11, 2025, 9:48 AM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

This news arrives as excitement continues to build for Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 has officially unveiled its PC system requirements, giving players a clear idea of the hardware needed to step into the shadows of Seattle later this year. Despite being built on Unreal Engine 5, the game’s minimum specs are surprisingly modest, making it accessible to a wide range of players. PC System Requirements Detailed ...

Ghost of Yotei storage requirements revealed

Sep 9, 2025, 9:10 AM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Those planning to play Ghost of Yotei at launch may want to check their available storage.

The upcoming release of Ghost of Yotei is shaping up to be one of PlayStation’s biggest launches of the year, and players now have a clear idea of just how much space they’ll need to free up on their consoles. According to new details, the sequel will require roughly 85 GB of storage on the PlayStation 5—nearly double that of Ghost of Tsushima. Launching exclusively for PS5 on October 2, 2025, Ghost of Yotei promises a deeper open world, more...

Dragon Age: The Veilguard sees massive player surge after Game Pass release

Sep 5, 2025, 8:39 PM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Dragon Age: The Veilguard’s resurgence is a reminder that even games with rocky beginnings can find their audience when given the right platform.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard is enjoying a dramatic revival thanks to its recent addition to Xbox Game Pass. Despite a rocky launch last year that left fans divided, the fantasy RPG has now seen a staggering 1,525.88% increase in player count, showing that BioWare’s latest entry in the franchise still has plenty of life left in it. When Dragon Age: The Veilguard first released, it drew praise for its polished combat, memorable story moments, and striking visuals. However, criticism over its...

Stellar Blade sequel officially in development

Sep 5, 2025, 8:33 PM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Stellar Blade 2 will retain the action-oriented core of the original while expanding its world and gameplay systems.

Shift Up has officially confirmed that a sequel to Stellar Blade is now in active development, signaling that the 2024 breakout hit is on its way to becoming a full-fledged franchise. The news comes directly from a recent financial update, where the studio announced its intent to expand the Stellar Blade IP with a follow-up building on the success of the original. Stellar Blade was widely praised for its fast-paced combat, striking visuals, and post-apocalyptic setting, combining accessible boss battles with...

Every new Mega Evolution confirmed for Pokémon Legends: Z-A

Aug 30, 2025, 2:33 PM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Adding to the excitement, a widely circulated leak suggests as many as 27 new Mega Evolutions could be introduced in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is shaping up to be a landmark release for the series, putting Mega Evolution back into the spotlight with both returning classics and brand-new designs. Set in Kalos — the region where Mega Evolution was first introduced — it feels like the perfect setting to expand this fan-favorite mechanic. The Pokémon Company has already confirmed several exciting new additions. A New Era of Mega Pokémon ...

Starfield’s next story DLC officially in development

Aug 30, 2025, 2:27 PM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Bethesda has kept details of the expansion under wraps, but a recently surfaced patent for the name Starborn has fueled speculation about the story’s direction.

Bethesda has officially confirmed that Starfield is getting another story expansion, alongside free updates and gameplay improvements. The news comes after the release of Shattered Space in September 2024, which earned praise from fans and critics alike but fell short of reviving the game’s overall player count. This upcoming DLC could prove to be the turning point for Bethesda’s ambitious sci-fi RPG. Bethesda’s Continued Commitment to Starfield In a developer spotlight, Tim Lamb, Starfield’s lead creative producer, reassured fans that the...

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade confirmed at 30 FPS on Switch 2

Aug 28, 2025, 5:59 PM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

While the developer highlighted the upgraded graphics, many fans online expressed disappointment.

Square Enix has officially clarified the performance details for Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade on Nintendo Switch 2, confirming the port will run at a capped 30 frames per second. While the game’s visuals will remain crisp and polished, the performance news has sparked debate among fans who had hoped the remake would benefit from the new hardware with higher frame rates. Originally released for PlayStation, Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade has become a staple in Square Enix’s lineup, offering enhanced...

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 may return on Nintendo Switch 2

Aug 28, 2025, 5:44 PM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Monolith Soft has yet to make any official comment, meaning this rumor should be taken cautiously until more concrete details emerge.

A new wave of speculation has emerged around Xenoblade Chronicles 2, with some fans convinced that Monolith Soft may be preparing a Nintendo Switch 2 version of the classic RPG. While there has been no official confirmation, recent hints have sparked discussions across social media and forums about the game’s possible comeback. Released in 2017, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 quickly became a cornerstone of the Switch’s RPG lineup, selling more than 2.7 million copies worldwide. Its large-scale open environments, complex battle system,...

Borderlands 4 will launch without cross-save, but features are coming later

Aug 26, 2025, 3:33 AM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

That said, Borderlands 4 is still pushing boundaries in ways that remind players why the series is so beloved.

Gearbox Software has confirmed in a post on Steam that Borderlands 4 will be missing a couple of key features when it launches this fall. Cross-save and cross-progression—two of the most requested options in modern multiplayer games—won’t be available at release on September 12, 2025. This means players won’t be able to carry progress or saves across different platforms right away. However, Gearbox assured fans that both features are planned for a future update, acknowledging that they’re...

Silksong hype boosts Hollow Knight to record-breaking heights

Aug 26, 2025, 3:25 AM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Part of the reason Hollow Knight: Silksong feels so monumental is the gap between its reveal and release.

The long wait is nearly over — Hollow Knight: Silksong finally has a release date, and the announcement has reignited interest in Team Cherry’s original indie classic. Hollow Knight, first launched in 2017, has suddenly shot back up the Steam charts, breaking its own concurrent player record after more than eight years on the market. According to SteamDB, more than 30,000 players are diving into Hollow Knight right now — a massive spike compared to its usual daily peak of around...

Game Science teases bigger future for the Black Myth franchise

Aug 22, 2025, 6:13 AM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Black Myth IP won’t be ending anytime soon, fans can look forward to many more adventures rooted in Chinese mythology.

Game Science has confirmed that the world of Black Myth: Wukong is far from finished. While fans may have expected DLC or a direct sequel to be announced following the game’s huge success, the studio instead teased that Wukong’s journey will continue in some form—and that the Black Myth IP is only just beginning. The developer shared this detail alongside the announcement of Black Myth: Zhong Kui, a brand-new title revealed during Gamescom Opening Night Live. Inspired by the legendary demon...

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice anime confirmed at Gamescom

Aug 22, 2025, 6:07 AM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Director Kenichi Kutsuna promises the adaptation will lean heavily into traditional 2D artistry, embracing the weight and rhythm of Japanese sword combat.

What began as whispers has now become reality: Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is officially being adapted into an anime. After years of fan speculation — and even a telling domain registration in mid-2025 — the announcement came at Gamescom, unveiling Sekiro: No Defeat, a fully hand-drawn series streaming exclusively on Crunchyroll in 2026. Sekiro: No Defeat arrives in 2026 ...

Assassin’s Creed Shadows ranks among Europe’s top-selling games of 2025

Aug 20, 2025, 6:28 AM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

For Ubisoft, Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ position confirms the series’ global appeal remains as strong as ever, even in a year of mixed sales trends.

Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Shadows has climbed to the top of Europe’s sales rankings, securing its place as the best-selling new release of 2025 so far. Launching in March, the game transported players to feudal Japan with dual protagonists Naoe and Yasuke, and its strong debut has carried through the year despite stiff competition from major franchises. The only title to outsell it overall is EA Sports FC 25, the football juggernaut that launched in September 2024 and continues to dominate across...

Ghost of Yōtei reveals characters, weapons, and PS5 features

Aug 20, 2025, 6:17 AM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

These updates build on what we already know about the game’s impressive scope.

Sucker Punch Productions is steadily pulling back the curtain on Ghost of Yōtei, with new details emerging about its characters, weapons, and PlayStation 5 features. The game, a standalone sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious samurai adventures to date. PlayStation recently updated the official Ghost of Yōtei website, offering the first full look at Atsu’s enemies, known as the Yōtei Six. Each foe has a distinct identity and role in the...

Mortal Kombat 1 claims title of best-selling fighting game this gen

Aug 15, 2025, 10:42 AM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

While sales figures are impressive, the timing of this announcement is interesting.

Mortal Kombat 1 has officially claimed the title of the best-selling fighting game of the current generation, with over 6.2 million copies sold worldwide. The milestone was confirmed by series co-creator Ed Boon, who noted that despite the game’s controversial reception among fans, it has outperformed heavyweights like Street Fighter 6 and Tekken 8. Released in 2023 as a full reboot of the franchise, Mortal Kombat 1 earned generally positive reviews from critics, boasting an average score of 84...

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