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Anthem servers to shut down in 2026: The end of a sci-fi adventure

Jul 4, 2025, 9:48 AM AlexP Gaming News

EA to shut down Anthem servers in 2026. The sci-fi RPG with Javelin suits ends due to mixed reviews.

Electronic Arts and BioWare have announced that the servers for Anthem, their ambitious online multiplayer action RPG, will shut down on January 12, 2026, rendering the game unplayable due to its online-only design. As of July 3, 2025, in-game premium currency purchases have been discontinued, though players can still spend existing balances until the shutdown. Anthem will also be removed from EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate on August 15, 2025, limiting access for subscribers. EA has confirmed no...

Ainu Culture Takes Spotlight in Ghost of Yotei's Authentic Story

Jul 4, 2025, 7:45 AM Daniel-D Gaming News

Ghost of Yōtei is an Ainu-inspired action game set in 19th-century Hokkaido, blending Indigenous mythology, history, and spiritual resistance.

Ghost of Yōtei is an upcoming action-adventure title that has garnered attention for its unique and respectful focus on the Ainu, the Indigenous people of Hokkaido, Japan. While full details remain limited, Sucker Punch Productions' co-creative director, Nate Fox, recently offered additional insight into the development team’s cultural research efforts in Japan. In a follow-up to his earlier PlayStation Blog post, Fox reiterated the team's commitment to authentically portraying feudal Japan—this time with a particular emphasis on accurately representing Ainu culture...

Intel is now prepared to directly challenge AMD’s Ryzen X3D chips

Jul 4, 2025, 7:00 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

Rumors suggest Intel's bLLC strategy indicates a focus on Nova Lake for gaming dominance.

There are rumors circulating that Intel is aiming to achieve gaming supremacy with Nova Lake by utilizing its bLLC technology. The term bLLC refers to "big Last Level Cache." At present, this technology is exclusively found in Intel’s Clearwater Forest Xeon processors, where bLLC enhances the cache on a CPU’s base tile. AMD’s dominance in the gaming CPU sector is attributed to the company’s successful X3D gaming technology. By implementing its X3D technology, AMD has included additional L3 cache in...

Deck builder and musical adventure now free on Epic Games Store

Jul 4, 2025, 6:30 AM manhkbrady Free Games Ended

Two indie adventure games are now available for free in this week's Epic Games giveaway.

The Epic Games Store has just updated its weekly giveaway promotion, offering two new games for players to claim this week. Following last week’s free offering of Sable, Backpack Hero and Figment are now available for all PC gamers to acquire. As usual, you have a week to permanently add these latest indie titles to your Epic Games Store library. First up, Backpack Hero, developed by indie creator Jaspel, delivers a distinct roguelike experience centered around inventory management. Similar to other...

Helldivers 2 Is Officially Coming to Xbox Series Consoles

Jul 3, 2025, 7:04 PM Daniel-D Gaming News

Helldivers 2 is the action-packed sequel to the popular sci-fi adventure game. This critically acclaimed game brings even more explosive gameplay and thrilling.

Arrowhead Game Studios has announced a wave of exciting developments for Helldivers 2, including the introduction of a Warbond Token system, the release of a new law enforcement–themed Warbond, and the official confirmation that the game will launch on Xbox Series X|S this August. The upcoming Warbond Token, set to release in late August,...

Watch 9 minutes of Digimon Story: Time Stranger gameplay

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

Bandai Namco's latest video showcases many of the novelties in the new Digimon RPG.

Bandai Namco has released an extensive new gameplay video for Digimon Story: Time Stranger, offering fans a deep look into this upcoming RPG. Clocking in at just over nine minutes, the showcase narrated by producer Ryosuke Hara dives into the game's core mechanics, world design, and narrative structure, giving longtime Digimon followers plenty to get excited about. Digimon at its best The video details the new Personality system in Digimon Story: Time Stranger. Each creature possesses unique personality traits that not only...

How The Crew Ignited the Stop Killing Games Movement

Jul 3, 2025, 6:02 PM Daniel-D Gaming News

Ubisoft's signature racing franchise is back with The Crew 2. Get ready to live the authentic experience of American motorsports.

The Crew 2 and The Crew are open-world racing titles developed by Ivory Tower and published by Ubisoft. While both games received moderate critical acclaim, their lasting impact has grown significantly in recent years, primarily due to Ubisoft’s controversial decisions surrounding server shutdowns. These events have placed the titles at the center of the growing “Stop Killing Games” movement. ...

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster – A sci-fi horror classic reborn

Jul 3, 2025, 2:19 PM AlexP Gaming News

A sci-fi horror FPS/RPG set on a derelict starship, the remaster upgrades visuals, controls, and co-op.

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster plunges players into a chilling sci-fi horror adventure set in the year 2114 aboard the Von Braun, a faster-than-light starship. You awaken from cryosleep with no memory of who you are, only to find the ship overrun by grotesque hybrid mutants and lethal robots. The rogue AI, SHODAN, bent on humanity's destruction, has seized control, and it's up to you to unravel the horrifying fate of the crew and stop her. This genre-defining FPS/RPG...

Where Winds Meet coming exclusively to PS5 and PC

Jul 3, 2025, 12:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

A closed beta will take place later this month and you can register to participate.

The highly anticipated Chinese action-RPG Where Winds Meet has officially been confirmed as a PlayStation 5 console exclusive, alongside a PC release. Developed by Everstone Studios and published by NetEase, the game will not be launching on Xbox or Nintendo Switch, marking a significant move in platform alignment as Sony continues to secure third-party exclusives. This announcement came during Sony’s latest State of Play showcase. Where Winds Meet was revealed to be making its console debut on PlayStation 5. Previously only...

Why Palworld's fanbase stays strong and steady

Jul 3, 2025, 10:55 AM AlexP Gaming News

Palworld's loyal fanbase thrives with its unique blend of monster-taming, crafting, and open-world exploration.

Since its release, Palworld has cultivated a steady and loyal fanbase, with a dedicated community that continues to engage with its vibrant world. Despite being in early access, the game has garnered over 300,000 positive reviews on Steam, with 94% of them praising its innovative blend of genres. Fans are drawn to its immersive open-world environment and the freedom it offers, keeping players invested through regular updates and community feedback. The game's social media presence and active forums further fuel...

Humble Choice July 2025 features Rogue Trader, Death’s Door & more

Jul 3, 2025, 9:30 AM manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

The calendar has turned, and with it, the July Humble Choice is officially here.

The July 2025 selection of PC games for Humble Choice subscribers has been announced, featuring Zelda-like adventures with a charming crow, intense mech warfare, and some intense business dealings. If you haven't heard, Humble Choice is a monthly subscription service priced at $14.99 / £11.49 / 12,99€ that provides subscribers with a collection of PC games to keep forever, even upon canceling their membership. This subscription also comes with various benefits, such as exclusive discounts in the Humble store and access to the...

Nvidia RTX 5090 D v2 launches in China, meets US export rules

Jul 3, 2025, 6:30 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

Renamed from "Double D," this specialized RTX 5090 variant will be known as the 5090D V2.

Earlier this year, Nvidia’s graphics card designed exclusively for China, the RTX 5090D, vanished from retail shelves in the country. We now understand that this was a result of new export regulations from the US that restrict the AI capabilities of PC exports to that region. To replace this GPU, Nvidia has introduced the RTX 5090D v2 graphics card, which aims to bypass these US export restrictions once more. Previous leaks had indicated that this new GPU would be called the...

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