Konami is delivering a comprehensive remake of the beloved Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater for modern consoles, featuring stunning new animations, graphics, and performance. The team has poured immense effort into recreating the classic game for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, ensuring a truly next-generation experience.
New data estimates indicate Sony’s PlayStation 5 console is outselling Microsoft’s Xbox Series X/S by a staggering 3:1 ratio. This analysis, based on sales figures from Aldora Intelligence and Sony’s official reports, highlights the dominance of PlayStation in the current console generation.
Sony’s PlayStation 5 continues to outsell Microsoft’s Xbox Series X/S, marking a significant shift in the console war. This article analyzes sales figures and explores the factors contributing to Xbox’s lagging performance.
The Taiwanese ratings board has greenlit Bully for release on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and other platforms. However, this might not be a full-fledged re-release but rather an addition to Rockstar’s GTA+ subscription service, which already includes other Rockstar games.
Capcom’s latest installment in the beloved hunting series, Monster Hunter Wilds, promises to be the biggest and most immersive entry yet. With a release date set for summer 2025, Wilds will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Players can expect massive environments inhabited by equally massive monsters, new gameplay mechanics like mountable creatures and mid-hunt weapon switching, and the option for cooperative multiplayer with up to two friends. Preorders for Monster Hunter Wilds are not yet available, but save data from Monster Hunter: World and its Iceborne expansion will grant players access to two exclusive Palico armor sets.
Starship Troopers: Extermination, the co-op shooter based on the popular sci-fi franchise, is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S in October. The game, which has been in early access on Steam since May 2023, will feature up to 16-player co-op gameplay, character classes, and light base-building elements. Starship Troopers: Extermination will also stand out from Offworld Helldivers 2 by offering a single-player mode with 25 unique PvE levels and a story following a spec ops group commanded by General Johnny Rico, voiced by actor Casper Van Dien. The game will retail for $50 and will also get a physical release.
Monster Hunter Wilds, the upcoming entry in the popular hunting game franchise, will feature crossplay across all platforms when it launches in 2025. This is a significant step forward for the series, as previous games have had issues with staggered launches and the inability to play with friends on other systems. The news was confirmed during the Summer Game Fest live stream, where series producer Ryozo Tsujimoto mentioned that he hopes players look forward to playing with their friends on different platforms. The trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds showcased more of the desert sand dunes we’ve seen from the game previously, but this time, we got a look at a new large-scale monster. This lightning bird is seen charging up and dealing out devastating lightning-based attacks against smaller Balaharas and even the hunters. It’s a deadly foe that we’re sure to see more of soon.
AMD’s FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) 3 frame generation technology has arrived on Xbox Series S/X and PlayStation 5 consoles, marking a significant step for console gaming. While early tests in Immortals of Aveum showcase impressive performance improvements, the technology is still in its infancy and faces some limitations.
Ubisoft unveiled the first trailer for Assassin’s Creed Shadows, showcasing two intriguing protagonists: Yasuke, the historical black samurai, and Naoe, a skilled Japanese shinobi. The open-world RPG set in 16th-century Japan is scheduled for release on November 15, 2024, across multiple platforms. The trailer hints at the unique playstyles of Yasuke and Naoe, with Yasuke excelling in direct combat and Naoe specializing in stealth. Notably, Yasuke is the first real-life historical figure to become a central character in the Assassin’s Creed franchise. The trailer also features Fujibayashi Nagato, a prominent shinobi from the Iga Province and Naoe’s father in the game. Ubisoft is building anticipation for Assassin’s Creed Shadows in the lead-up to its official reveal at Ubisoft Forward on June 10th.
Redfall, the latest game from Arkane Studios, is a confusing blend of immersive sim and open-world co-op shooter that ultimately fails to excel at either. Despite strong writing, fine-tuned gunplay, and an interesting setting, the game is plagued by multiplayer design oversights, rough presentation, and poor AI, making it a surprising disappointment from an acclaimed developer.
Initially, the game captivates with striking visual moments and powerful storytelling. However, these promising elements are overshadowed by design compromises that weaken the single-player experience. The open-world feels empty and repetitive, while side missions are uninspired. In multiplayer, cutscenes become glorified slideshows, dialogue loses its impact, and the narrative is compromised.
Redfall’s technical issues further hinder the experience. The Xbox Series X version runs at a choppy 30 frames per second, and both the console and PC versions suffer from crashes, disconnects, and various graphical glitches. With no further updates planned, it’s unlikely that these issues will be fully resolved.
Overall, Redfall is a missed opportunity that fails to deliver on its potential. While it offers a competent shooting experience, the design and technical flaws make it a subpar adventure that feels misguided at its core.
