2K Games has finally removed its much-maligned launcher from all its Steam and Epic Games Store titles, allowing players to access games like Bioshock, Mafia, and Civilization without extra hoops. This move is a welcome relief for gamers tired of bloated and buggy secondary launchers.
2K Games and Hangar 13 surprised fans at Gamescom 2024 with the announcement of Mafia: The Old Country, a prequel to the popular Mafia trilogy. Set in early 20th century Sicily, the game promises a deep, immersive narrative exploring the origins of organized crime. The reveal included a stunning cinematic trailer showcasing Hangar 13’s impressive visuals and a glimpse into the game’s rich world.
The long-awaited Bioshock 4 is finally in development, but details are scarce. While we don’t have a release date, platform confirmations, or trailers, leaks and job postings have given us glimpses of potential settings, gameplay, and a possible open-world structure. Explore everything we know so far about the next chapter in the Bioshock saga.
After years of anticipation, Firaxis Games has officially announced Civilization VII, the latest installment in the legendary turn-based strategy franchise. While the cinematic teaser trailer showcased iconic landmarks and historical figures, it lacked in-game footage. A full reveal is expected in August, with a release set for PC and consoles in 2025. This long-awaited sequel promises to build upon the success of Civilization VI, which has received numerous updates, expansions, and ports since its 2016 launch.
Jake Solomon, the creative director of Marvel’s Midnight Suns, has admitted that the game’s card-based gameplay was a major factor in its disappointing launch. In an interview with Digital Trends, Solomon said that he underestimated how resistant XCOM fans would be to the new gameplay idea. He also admitted that publisher 2K’s spotty record with microtransactions and a leak that referred to the game as ‘Marvel XCOM’ didn’t help. Despite the game’s positive reviews from critics, Solomon said that the more tepid fan reaction meant that the game underperformed financially.
