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Xbox Design Lab is once again available after being on hold for half a year

Aug 8, 2025, 12:00 PM manhkbrady Hardware News

The Xbox Design Lab is back online after a long absence, while the Xbox Gear Store has been taken down.

Microsoft first introduced the Xbox Design Lab in 2016, enabling fans to design Xbox controllers with personalized skins reflecting their unique styles. Over the last decade, the program has gained significant popularity as Microsoft has rolled out fresh aesthetics for a range of controllers and accessories. However, the website has been offline since December 2024, but it is now back online. The Xbox Design Lab site had been unavailable for nearly eight months, with a notice indicating that the platform was...

Epic Games Store is offering Road Redemption and 112 Operator for free

Aug 8, 2025, 12:00 PM manhkbrady Free Games Ended

This week's free games are now live on the Epic Games Store.

A new double giveaway is available from the Epic Games Store. The free games, The Pilgrims and Keylocker, have now been replaced with Road Redemption and 112 Operator for PC gamers to acquire. As usual, you have a week to permanently add these latest titles to your library on the Epic Games Store. Among the two, Road Redemption might remind players of the classic Road Rash. This motorcycle racing game features a post-apocalyptic setting where you'll speed through...

Battlefield 6 open beta: A triumph of engagement and refinement

Aug 8, 2025, 11:18 AM AlexP Gaming News

Battlefield 6's open beta stuns audiences with 308K players, stellar 4K performance, and epic destruction.

The open beta for Battlefield 6, launched on August 7, 2025, with early access and continuing through open weekends on August 9-10 and 14-17, has ignited excitement among fans, marking a pivotal moment for the franchise. With a return to the series' roots, the beta delivered thrilling gameplay, robust performance, and a clear commitment to community-driven development, setting high expectations for the October 10, 2025, release. The beta showcased stellar performance, particularly on high-end PCs. Testing on setups like an NVIDIA RTX...

Gradius Origins Receives Positive Praise Post-Launch

Aug 8, 2025, 9:59 AM Daniel-D Gaming News

Rediscover the most iconic side-scrolling space shooters series in GRADIUS ORIGINS, a definitive arcade collection that celebrates over 40 years of legendary

Gradius Origins has been met with strong praise from both critics and longtime fans of the shoot-’em-up genre. Released as a celebration of the franchise’s 40th anniversary, the collection delivers a carefully curated lineup of classic Gradius and Salamander titles, enhanced with modern features. Critics have highlighted the emulation quality, attention to historical accuracy, and inclusion of rare and regional variants as standout aspects. M2’s involvement—known for their precision and reverence in retro game preservation—has also been a key factor in...

Relive your childhood days with The House of the Dead 2: Remake

Aug 8, 2025, 9:36 AM Daniel-D Gaming News

Dive into the heart-pounding action of THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2: Remake, a modern revival of the iconic 1998 arcade rail-shooter.

The House of the Dead 2: Remake brings back one of arcade gaming’s most iconic rail shooters with a fresh coat of paint and modern enhancements. Developed by MegaPixel Studio and published by Forever Entertainment, this remake aims to recapture the fast-paced, over-the-top action that made the original 1998 release a cult classic. Set...

The Royal Writ - Deck building, roguelike and save your kingdom

Aug 8, 2025, 9:18 AM Daniel-D Gaming News

Step into the medieval realm of The Royal Writ, a narrative-driven strategy game that casts you as a royal scribe tasked with restoring order in a kingdom.

The Royal Writ is a refreshing twist on the roguelike deckbuilding genre, blending strategic card play with real consequences in a delightfully grim medieval fantasy world. Developed by indie studio Save Sloth Studios and published by Yogscast Games, this lane-based battler invites players to lead the quirky army of King Mikolt through the war-torn land of Aranfold. ...

Lost Soul Aside officially goes gold

Aug 7, 2025, 4:56 PM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Excitement reached new heights when Ultizero Games announced that Lost Soul Aside has officially gone gold.

After years of anticipation, Lost Soul Aside is finally on track for its long-awaited debut. Developed by Ultizero Games and backed by PlayStation’s China Hero Project, the stylish action RPG is set to launch on PlayStation 5 and PC on August 29, 2025. First envisioned in 2014 by solo creator Yang Bing, Lost Soul Aside has grown from a passion project into a major international release. Over the past decade, the game has steadily evolved, with its sleek hack-and-slash combat drawing...

Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls closed beta brings the hype to PS5

Aug 7, 2025, 4:49 PM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

The closed beta is set to run from September 5 to 7, exclusively on PlayStation 5.

Marvel fans and fighting game enthusiasts are in for a treat this September, as Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls gears up for its first closed beta test. Developed by the renowned Arc System Works—best known for Dragon Ball FighterZ and Guilty Gear—this upcoming 4v4 tag-team brawler aims to deliver a fresh and stylish take on Marvel’s legendary characters. Closed Beta Set for September, Featuring Iconic Characters and a Fan-Favorite Stage ...

Amon the Forgeknight shines in new Borderlands 4 gameplay overview

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

This new Vault Hunter can summon unique weapons to lay waste to his enemies with spectacular blows.

Gearbox Software has officially unveiled an exciting new gameplay trailer featuring Amon the Forgeknight, one of the four playable Vault Hunters in the upcoming Borderlands 4. The video, released via the game's official YouTube channel, gives players a detailed look at Amon's brutal combat style, devastating forge-powered weapons, and his uniquely mechanical skillset. With the sequel to Bordelands 3 set to release on September 12, 2025, this spotlight is already fueling anticipation among fans eager to see what each new...

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is taking off into jurassic world

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

An unexpected collaboration will result in an unique experience inside the most iconic flight simulator.

After recovering from a rough debut and in a surprising but spectacular twist, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is preparing for its wildest detour yet, into the heart of Jurassic World. Thanks to a creative collaboration between Orbx Studios and Universal Products & Experiences, the world’s most realistic flight simulator is about to welcome dinosaurs, tropical jungles, and crumbling research facilities with the launch of an officially licensed expansion titled "Jurassic World: Archipelago." A world of dinosaurs Set before the events of...

Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater – A faithful remake of a stealth classic

Aug 7, 2025, 1:59 PM AlexP Gaming News

Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater remakes the 1964 stealth classic with Unreal Engine 5 visuals, adding modern controls, faithful story, and more.

Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater, developed by Konami with support from Virtuos, is a stunning remake of the 2004 classic Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, the chronological origin of the iconic Metal Gear franchise. Set in 1964 during the Cold War, the game follows Naked Snake, a CIA operative who becomes the legendary Big Boss. Tasked with the Virtuous Mission to rescue a Soviet scientist in the jungles of Tselinoyarsk, Snake's mission spirals into Operation Snake Eater...

A new era of basketball simulation begins with NBA 2K26

Aug 7, 2025, 11:01 AM AlexP Gaming News

NBA 2K26 elevates gameplay with ProPLAY™, Dynamic Motion Engine, Rhythm Shooting, and a revamped MyCAREER.

NBA 2K26 is set to launch globally on September 5, 2025, with early access starting August 29, 2025, at 9 AM PT for pre-orders of the Superstar or Leave No Doubt Editions. Available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam, the game ensures wide platform accessibility. Building on the legacy of NBA 2K25, NBA 2K26 delivers an authentic basketball simulation, immersing players in modes like MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA,...

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