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Don’t Blame Larian: The Case for AI in the Next Divinity

Don't Blame Larian: The Case for AI in the Next Divinity

In the rapidly evolving landscape of game development, the use of Generative AI has become a polarizing topic. However, industry experts and fans alike are coming to the defense of developers like Larian Studios—the visionary creators behind the Divinity series and Baldur’s Gate 3. The core of the argument is simple: for a studio known for its immense, Choice-driven worlds, …

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Controversial Counter-Strike Mod Officially Shut Down Following Valve Pressure

Controversial Counter-Strike Mod Officially Shut Down Following Valve Pressure

The modding community is in shock as one of Counter-Strike 2’s (CS2) most debated projects has been taken offline, signaling a major crackdown by Valve on unauthorized game modifications. For years, the Counter-Strike series has thrived on community creativity. However, the line between “fan innovation” and “copyright infringement” has become increasingly thin. The latest victim of this tension is the …

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Santa Monica Studio’s New IP Enters Full Production

Santa Monica Studio, the globally recognized developer behind the critically acclaimed God of War franchise, is reportedly making significant strides on its mysterious, unannounced AAA title. Industry reports and recent job listings suggest that the studio’s secret project has officially moved into the mid-production phase. This crucial milestone indicates that the core concept and pre-production stages are complete, and the …

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Battlefield 6 is Free to Play for One Week on All Platforms

Electronic Arts (EA) has announced a bold promotional move, making its flagship military shooter, Battlefield 6, completely free to play for an entire week. The strategic timing allows players on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC to dive into the full game experience just as its main rival faces significant backlash. The free access period is scheduled to run …

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GTA 6 Fans Demand Major Overhaul of First-Person Mode for Enhanced Immersion

Community Calls for Realistic Camera Movement and Shake in Highly Anticipated Title As anticipation for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) continues to build following the release of the first two trailers, the fan community is focusing its attention on a specific gameplay mechanic: the first-person perspective (FPP). While the return of the FPP mode, first introduced in the enhanced …

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PS5 Sales Plummet in Japan, Forcing Sony to Seek Urgent Market Recovery Strategy

PlayStation 5 Faces Critical Sales Slump in Home Market PlayStation 5 is facing a major crisis in its home country. According to the latest sales figures published by the reputable Japanese publication Famitsu, the PS5 sales in Japan have plummeted to an alarming low, selling only 5,855 units in the past week. This figure is severely dwarfed by the competition, …

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GTA 6 Driving Physics Debate: Fans Clash Over Realism vs. Arcade Fun

The forthcoming release of Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) has fueled intense speculation across the gaming community, with one of the hottest debates centering on the level of realism required for the game’s driving mechanics. While many expect a significant leap in visual fidelity and general immersion, fans are deeply divided over whether the core driving should lean into …

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ASUS ROG Ally Success Exceeds Forecasts: High-End Models in Short Supply

High-End Variants Prove Hugely Popular, Validating Strategy in Premium Handheld Gaming Market ASUS has confirmed the immense market success of its latest ROG Ally handheld gaming PCs, noting that the device’s reception has been “extraordinarily positive.” The company’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Nick Wu, highlighted during the recent Q3 2025 earnings call that demand for the premium, higher-specification models has …

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Valve Redefines Gaming Ecosystem with Three New Hardware Products

Valve Corporation is officially embarking on a bold new chapter for its gaming ecosystem, announcing a trio of new hardware products. Set to launch in early 2026, the lineup includes the next-generation Steam Controller, the compact living room PC known as the Steam Machine, and the highly anticipated Steam Frame VR Headset. While final pricing and exact release dates are …

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Black Ops 7 Breaks New Ground with Co-Op Campaign Mode

The Call of Duty franchise is pushing boundaries once again with Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, developed by Treyarch and Raven Software. This latest installment introduces a groundbreaking feature: a story campaign that seamlessly blends single-player and multiplayer experiences. With a gripping narrative, innovative gameplay, and a shared progression system, Black Ops 7 is poised to redefine the series. …

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