Slayers X | Hypnospace Outlaw spin-off is out in June
by Ryan Lambie | May 19, 2023 | Gaming, News
Slayers X: Terminal Aftermath: Vengeance of the Slayer - a first-person shooter spin-off from Hypnospace Outlaw - is out on 1 June.
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How Fast X director Louis Leterrier helped save Alien: Resurrection
by Ryan Lambie | May 19, 2023 | News
Exclusive: how a moment on the set of Alien: Resurrection dug the film out of a problem, and turned Louis Leterrier's career....
Louis Leterrier interview | Fast X, Jason Momoa, and Alien: Resurrection
by Ryan Lambie | May 19, 2023 | Feature
Fast X director Louis Leterrier talks exclusively to us about replacing Justin Lin as director, the influence of French cinema on action movies, and how he saved Alien: Resurrection.
Mortal Kombat 1 announced, new trailer marks occasion
by Ryan Lambie | May 18, 2023 | Gaming, News
Mortal Kombat 1 is the new entry in the series from NetherRealm Studios, and there's a new trailer to prove it.
Nicolas Cage to guest star in Dead by Daylight
by Ryan Lambie | May 18, 2023 | Gaming, News
Nicolas Cage, the star of Con Air, The Rock and Willy's Wonderland, is to make a special guest appearance in Dead By Daylight.
Hudson Soft | The studio behind Bomberman and the PC Engine at 50
by Ryan Lambie | May 18, 2023 | Feature, Gaming
Bomberman. The PC Engine. To mark its 50th anniversary, we take a fond look back at one of Japan’s earliest and most important video game companies, Hudson Soft.
Fast X review: a bludgeoning high-octane pantomime
by Ryan Lambie | May 18, 2023 | Reviews
Director Louis Leterrier hurriedly steps into the driving seat for Fast X. Here’s our review of a loud, long sequel…...
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom | new site will help you build intricate machines
by Ryan Lambie | May 17, 2023 | Gaming, News
Struggling to build stuff in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom? A new website shows you how to build tanks, buggies, mechs and more besides....
Pac-Man 99 to shut down in October
by Ryan Lambie | May 17, 2023 | Gaming, Uncategorised
Pac-Man 99, the online multiplayer take on Namco's arcade staple, is to be shut down this autumn, Nintendo has announced.
Overwatch 2 | PvE Hero Mode scrapped
by Ryan Lambie | May 17, 2023 | Gaming, News
Overwatch 2's PvE Hero Mode, one of its major selling points, has been cancelled, as Blizzard decides to "shift strategy."...
Hawken | mech shooter getting an unexpected revival
by Ryan Lambie | May 16, 2023 | Gaming, News
Hawken, the mech shooter last seen in the wild some five years ago, is getting revised as Hawken Reborn - and it hits Early Access on 17 May. ...
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt | development has ended
by Ryan Lambie | May 16, 2023 | Gaming, News
Development has ended on the toothsome battle royale Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt, its studio has announced.
Microsoft's Activision Blizzard deal approved by the EU
by Ryan Lambie | May 15, 2023 | Gaming, News
The European Commission has waved through Microsoft's proposed bid to acquire Activision Blizzard, it's been announced....
Black Finger JET | new run-and-gun from makers of Metal Slug
by Ryan Lambie | May 15, 2023 | Gaming, News
Black Finger JET is a new run-and-gun from the makers of Metal Slug and R-Type. Here are the first details.
Gaming Lobby | whynow's latest video game podcast focuses on soundtracks
by Ryan Lambie | May 15, 2023 | Gaming, News, Podcasts
Gaming Lobby, whynow's very own podcast, has a new episode to listen to. Parappa The Rappa is among the games under discussion in a soundtrack-focused...
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom players are crucifying Koroks
by Ryan Lambie | May 15, 2023 | Gaming, News
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is really letting players unlock their creative side - especially when it comes to tormenting poor Koroks....
The Witcher | CD Projekt's multiplayer spin-off still in the works
by Ryan Lambie | May 12, 2023 | Gaming, News
Project Sirius, CD Projekt's Witcher multiplayer spin-off, is still in the works under a new "framework", the studio has announced.
Mortal Kombat | new game will reportedly feature DC's Peacemaker
by Ryan Lambie | May 12, 2023 | Gaming, News
The as-yet-unannounced Mortal Kombat sequel will feature DC's Peacemaker and is set for release in September, a new report suggests.
Layers of Fear gets a free demo next week
by Ryan Lambie | May 12, 2023 | Gaming, News
Layers of Fear, the horror remake from Bloober Team, is getting a playable demo on 15 May.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom getting rave reviews
by Ryan Lambie | May 11, 2023 | Gaming, News
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's embargo has lifted, and initial reviews are roundly full of praise. Game of the Year material? Quite possibly.
Mortal Kombat 12 is actually Mortal Kombat 1, leak suggests
by Ryan Lambie | May 11, 2023 | Gaming, News
Mortal Kombat 12 will actually be a reboot, resetting the clock back to Mortal Kombat 1, according to a recent leak.
Tears of the Kingdom uses ideas that wouldn't fit in BOTW
by Ryan Lambie | May 11, 2023 | Gaming, News
Tears of the Kingdom reintroduces ideas that had to be cut from Breath of the Wild due to the Wii U's technical limitations...
The future of gaming, according to EA's bosses
by Ryan Lambie | May 10, 2023 | Gaming, News
The future of gaming will involve AI-augmented development and "content as a platform," EA's bosses have said in a recent earnings call.
Dordogne | painterly adventure out in June
by Ryan Lambie | May 10, 2023 | Gaming, News
Dordogne, the gorgeous-looking watercolour adventure from Un Je Ne Sais Quoi, is out in June. Also, there's a new trailer to have a look at.
Pokémon studio Game Freak developing new IP with Private Division
by Ryan Lambie | May 10, 2023 | Gaming, News
Game Freak, the studio behind Pokémon, has signed a deal with publisher Private Division to make a new "action-adventure IP" codenamed Project Bloom.
Little Nightmares sequel in the works at Bandai Namco
by Ryan Lambie | May 09, 2023 | Gaming, News
Little Nightmares 3 could be on the way, as Bandai Namco puts out a job listing related to the macabre series....
Redfall’s biggest missed opportunity
by Ryan Lambie | May 09, 2023 | Feature, Gaming, Opinions
Redfall has already been rated poorly for its bland visuals and dodgy AI. But its failure to deliver on a brilliant premise is arguably its big missed...
Street Fighter 6 to get open beta this month
by Ryan Lambie | May 09, 2023 | Gaming, News
Street Fighter 6 is getting a final open beta test, scheduled to run from 19-21 May, with eight characters available to try out.
Prepare for Tears of the Kingdom with official Zelda banana milk and rice balls
by Ryan Lambie | May 05, 2023 | Gaming, News
Want some snacks to go with your upcoming Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom playthrough? There's good news - though you may need a plane ticket to Japan...
Amnesia: The Bunker gets new 10-minute gameplay video
by Ryan Lambie | May 05, 2023 | Gaming, News
Amnesia: The Bunker sees Frictional's horror series delve into the trenches of World War I. A new gameplay video shows what a scary place it can be.
Final Fantasy XVI blocked from release in Saudi Arabia
by Ryan Lambie | May 05, 2023 | Gaming, News
Final Fantasy XVI won't be available for sale in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, apparently because Square Enix won't "make the necessary modifications."
Redfall | Xbox boss Phil Spencer "disappointed" with game's launch
by Ryan Lambie | May 04, 2023 | Gaming, News
Redfall is "double digits lower than where we thought we would be" in its review scores, says Xbox boss Phil Spencer, but vows that Arkane "still has commitment to the game."
