Swedish gaming publisher Embracer Group has been on the rise in the last year. With over 200 franchises now under its ownership, Embracer Group currently has 150 games currently in development with nearly half of them due for release next year. Despite the pandemic, 2020 was a big year for Embracer Group, but it doesn’t look like the corporation plans to slow down its operations anytime soon. Last year, Embracer announced a slew of acquisitions including DECA Games, known for the MMO shooter gameRealm of the Mad God, Nimble Giant Entertainment, Snapshot Games, which was founded by the creator of theX-COMfranchise, and Zen Studios....

After weeks of beta testing and plenty of memes to win the internet’s heart,Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockoutis finally releasing this week. The game is launching on Steam and will be one of thefree PS Plus games for August 2020. After the announcement thatFall Guyswould be included in the free game line up at its launch, some of the developers took to the PlayStation subreddit and held an AMA where they revealed the game may have a very tricky trophy....

TheAssassin’s Creedseries is a series with multifaceted appeal. It’s mix of distinctive settings appeal to history buffs and globetrotters alike. The game’s charismatic leads and their cunning, dark alley deeds allow players to live out their cloak and dagger fantasies. And for those who need a little something extra, the series has a compelling metaplot featuring sci-fi flourishes to keep players guessing. But in the wake ofAssassin’s Creed Valhalla’s release, it seems like the there could be a considerable interlude until the next proper AC title arrives....

Game developer Johnny Cash–not to be confused with the late music icon–recently announcedhe was leaving Activision Blizzard. In a recent tweet, Cash announced he had just started his new career at Epic Games as the Lead Quest Designer forFortnite.After starting as an intern in 2010, Cash’s stellar performance and positive attitude eventually saw him climb the ranks to Lead Quest Designer ofWorld of Warcraft. With a heavy heart, Cash brought hisjourney at Activision Blizzard to a closeto outpourings of well-wishes....

Summary FromSoftware’s Hidetaka Miyazaki has confirmed that theShadow of the ErdtreeDLC will be the one and only expansion ever released forElden Ring.Elden Ringwas a massive, unprecedented success for FromSoftware when it was released in 2022. The award-winning, critically-acclaimed open world game set sales records for FromSoftware, created a bunch of new Soulslike fans, and has been hailed as one of the absolute best video games ever made. Previous FromSoftware games have featured DLC expansions to give players more to conquer beyond the base game....

Fans of classic PlayStation platformer games have fond memories of the charm and whimsy that was found in theKlonoaseries. The platformer has been mostly dormant since 2008, with the last release being a Wii remake of the originalKlonoa: Door to Phantomile. WithKlonoa Phantasy Reverie Series, this release will be introducing the classic platformer series to a new generation of fans as well as nostalgic gamers. ThisKlonoacollectionincludes both the first and second games into one package, with releases across all modern systems....

Quick Links Arataki Itto and his Arataki Gang are always up to mischief inGenshin ImpactInazuma. Their mischief always stems from their boss' “brilliant” idea, one that he can’t actually live up to, due to his incapability with proper management. Thankfully, a member of the gang is highly capable and dependable, so despite the chaotic practice of the Arataki Gang, they always seem to manage an acceptable event each time Itto comes up with the idea on a whim....

Since every Dendro reaction inGenshin Impactis important to make the most of the team synergy, it’s essential to understand how Bloom reactions work. When Hydro and Dendro meet on the same enemy, a Bloom reaction occurs and a Dendro Core will be summoned next to them. After a few seconds, the Bloom will explode dealing Dendro DMG. With that effect alone, Bloom is extremely unreliable and will hold back any team composition built around it....

AGrand Theft Autofan has created what they thinkGrand Theft Auto: Vice Citymight look like modernized and with ray-traced lighting.Grand Theft Auto: Vice Cityis now 20 years old, born in an era where 3D graphics were still being figured out. Yet Vice City is still revered as one of, if not the bestGrand Theft Autorelease of all time. It’s no surprise thatGrand Theft Autofans want to see what the Miami-inspired open-world game might look like with the visuals of 2022....

Halo Infinitehas revealed a host of maps, modes, and more in the upcoming Season 3 in a new trailer. The update promises to be the biggest content drop forHalo Infinitein some time. 343 Industries will be hoping that Season 3 can turnHalo Infinite’s fortunes around. The game struggled upon launch, with fans unhappy at missing features like Forge mode, which would eventually be added to the game. The game has been making use of the new features as best it can, withHalo Infiniteadding playlists for community-created Forge mapsas a way to add free new content....

Summary Ninja Theory’s upcomingSenua’s Saga: Hellblade 2is a sequel toHellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice.Senua’s Sacrificesurprised players with its unflinching and well-researched take on the titular character and herexperiences with a form of psychosis. Along with its third-person action and use of puzzles integrated into Senua’s perception of the world, the tale of the Celtic warrior on a deeply personal quest to avenge her lover has captivated many fans since its original 2017 release....

WhilePersona 6is likely years away from its release, there’s no shortage of potential routes it could go. From unassuming rural towns in the Japanese countryside to the hustle and bustle of modern day Tokyo, the franchise has crafted engaging stories in a plethora of locations. The next entry will likely be no different, with plenty of character interactions along the way to keep the game feeling populated.Confidants and Social Links inPersona 5and4respectivelymake up much of the runtime, so it’s vital to have personalities that are worth the lengthy dialogue....

In 1965, Frank Herbert wroteDune, a complex sci-fi masterpiece which, in 2003, was declared the most successful sci-fi novel ever written. While the book was an undeniable success, it has been considered by filmmakers as somewhat of a cursed concept, much like the theme of pirates beforethe firstPirates of the Caribbeancame along. Each big-screen iteration of the book failed miserably. With content that is so complex and so intricate, it only makes sense that most filmmakers are unable to tackle it, at least without descending into the same madness thatprevious directors David Lynchand Alejandro Kodorowky succumbed to in their individual interpretations....