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Battlefield 6 open beta returns with new content and changes
Aug 14, 2025, 3:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
The second weekend of the beta gives players a second chance to try all the novelties and discover an amazing gameplay experience.
After the huge success of the first open beta, EA and DICE are opening the doors once again for Battlefield 6 fans, as the game’s second open beta runs from August 14 to August 17, 2025. This follow-up test isn't just a repeat of the first weekend, it introduces new maps, additional game modes, more varied playlists, and several tweaks designed in direct response to community feedback.
All the novelties
One of the standout additions is the brand-new Empire State map,...
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Battlefield 6 Editions: A Breakdown of What’s Inside
Aug 12, 2025, 3:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Depending on how much you want to spend in the game you can get some exciting extra goodies and pre-order bonuses.
With Battlefield 6 set to arrive on October 10, 2025 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, EA has detailed two distinct editions of the game: the Standard Edition and the Phantom Edition. Both versions include the core experience, but one packs in a bundle of extra cosmetics, progression boosts, and customization options for players who want a little more than just the base game.
Pick your favourite edition
The Standard Edition offers the full game along with the Tombstone Pack...
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Mafia: The Old Country – A cinematic return to the mafia’s roots
Aug 12, 2025, 1:16 PM
AlexP
Gaming News
Mafia: The Old Country blends cinematic storytelling with mixed reviews. Set in 1900s Sicily, it follows Enzo’s rise in the Mafia.
Since its release on August 8, 2025, Mafia: The Old Country has garnered a mixed yet generally positive reception, revitalizing the Mafia series with its narrative-driven approach. Set in the fictional Sicilian town of San Celeste in the early 1900s, the game has earned praise for its cinematic storytelling and immersive atmosphere, boasting an average score of 75-77 on Metacritic and OpenCritic. Critics have celebrated its Unreal Engine 5 visuals and authentic portrayal of Sicily's rugged landscapes and culture, with...
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Elden Ring Nightreign new leak hints at ranked endless mode
Aug 12, 2025, 3:19 AM
Rine Ikarus
Gaming News
Updates & Patches
The rumored mode, reportedly titled Deep of Night, was discovered in the game’s code and would be accessible from the Expeditions menu.
Elden Ring Nightreign could soon be introducing a whole new way to challenge players, if recent datamining is to be believed. The follow-up to 2022’s massively successful Elden Ring, Elden Ring Nightreign launched on May 30 with an impressive player base — over 300,000 concurrent players within its first two hours. While weekly peaks have since dropped to about a third of that figure, the developers have kept fans engaged with regular updates, including the addition of a...
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EA declines Dragon Age trilogy remaster despite interest
Aug 11, 2025, 4:00 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Remastering games doesn't seem to be a priority for EA, despite the enthusiasm of the Dragon Age fans.
Electronic Arts has turned down multiple pitches from Bioware to remaster or remake the original Dragon Age trilogy, according to former series executive producer Mark Darrah. Speaking in a recent interview about the idea, Darrah explained that Bioware explored several possibilities, from a polished "Legendary Edition" release to a full-scale remake of Dragon Age: Origins. Despite the commercial success of similar projects like the Mass Effect Legendary Edition, EA reportedly had no interest in funding the effort. "EA has historically been…...
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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...
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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...
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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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Caligo Joins Elden Ring: Nightreign’s New Boss Rotation
Aug 6, 2025, 10:30 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Updates & Patches
FromSoftware keeps adding new threats to the game to maintain the level of challenge in Elden Ring: Nightreign.
The world of Elden Ring: Nightreign is set to grow darker and deadlier with the arrival of a new Everdark Sovereign. FromSoftware has officially announced that an enhanced version of Fissure in the Fog, now known as Caligo, Miasma of Night, will descend upon players on August 7, 2025, at 03:00 CEST (18:00 PDT / 10:00 JST).
The announcement was shared via an evocative post on X (formerly Twitter), in true FromSoftware fashion. The teaser reads: “From a frozen haze, the...
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Nintendo confirms a price hike for the Switch and its accessories in the US
Aug 5, 2025, 7:30 AM
manhkbrady
Hardware News
For the first time since its 2017 debut, Nintendo has raised the price of the original Switch.
Last week, Nintendo revealed that it would be adjusting the prices of its hardware and accessories in the United States. Although the Switch 2 will avoid price increases, the previous generation handheld console is not as fortunate, and the updated pricing is now available, indicating how much more money potential buyers will need to spend on these older consoles.
According to the changes, the original Nintendo Switch's price has increased from $300 to $340. The Nintendo Switch Lite's price has...
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Battlefield 6 reveals new details on Maps, Modes, and Destruction
Aug 4, 2025, 1:15 PM
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
The new installment in the FPS series will introduce plenty of changes to offer an experience that is a return to the roots of the franchise.
EA and DICE have dropped two explosive trailers that paint a much clearer picture of what fans can expect from Battlefield 6. The videos focus on key aspects of the game's multiplayer, including spanning overhauled map design, a reimagined class system, expanded Portal tools, and a commitment to tactical destruction that brings the series back to its chaotic roots.
A World at War
The first video introduces nine sprawling launch maps that span multiple continents. Each environment has been crafted for large-scale,...
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Details about the Xbox ROG Ally's price and pre-orders have surfaced
Jul 31, 2025, 9:00 AM
manhkbrady
Hardware News
A trusted leaker shared the pre-order dates and prices for ASUS's ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X handhelds.
The team at Dealabs has uncovered the pricing details for Microsoft's ROG Xbox Ally consoles, indicating that pre-orders will begin during Gamescom 2025 on August 20th.
The cost of the ROG Xbox Ally is expected to be €599, while the ROG Xbox Ally X will be priced at €899, making it the priciest Xbox model released so far. This pricing aligns with earlier leaks regarding this device. While these prices don't convert directly to USD, it's anticipated that both...
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