Data mining suggests six new game modes, including Raid, Payload, Sabotage, Squad Shootout, Strikepoint, and TankHunt, may be added to Battlefield 6 in upcoming updates, with some modes already scheduled for release in October and November. The game currently offers popular modes like Conquest and Rush, and these potential additions could expand gameplay options further.
Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows developer AMA revealed that the game continues the Assassin-Templar conflict, plans future story expansions, and maintains lore without retconning. Features like dynamic seasons may appear in future games, social stealth could return, but no new hair options or Discovery mode are planned. The modern-day storyline will be expanded later, and some features inspired by Mirage, like parkour, have influenced Shadows' updates.
Warframe, now in its 12th year, announced major updates including a new story expansion 'The Old Peace,' a fall update to simplify mod systems, and a new star system Tau for 2026. The game is also progressing on a fantasy spin-off, Soulframe, though its release is still uncertain. Additionally, Warframe is awaiting a Nintendo Switch 2 dev kit to optimize performance on the new hardware.
Peak, a co-op climbing game by Landcrab, has sold over 2 million copies shortly after its release, thanks to its fun, chaotic gameplay. The developers are planning future updates focused on bug fixes and new content, though details are still in early stages due to the small team and collaboration between two studios. The game remains popular and is available on Steam for £6.39.
The developers of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 are exploring new content, accessibility features, and localisation options for future updates, including potential DLC and a Switch 2 version, driven by the game's strong sales and fan requests.
Crema announces that Temtem version 1.8 will be the last major update for the game, with future patches focusing on polishing, bug fixing, and balancing. The studio is also removing all microtransactions starting with version 1.7, with purchases now being made using Feathers instead of Novas. Crema is developing a new game called Temtem: Swarm but has no plans for a direct sequel to Temtem due to resource constraints and technical limitations.
Scrapped content from the debut trailer of the popular game Palworld, including rideable carts, village destruction, and various other features, may be making a return soon, as revealed by a Reddit user. Existing players and fans have expressed surprise and anticipation for these potential future updates, while some speculate on the impact these features could have on gameplay.
MSI confirms that the CLAW 2 gaming handheld is already in the pipeline, with plans for future revisions and upgrades, including enhanced CPU and GPU capabilities. The company aims to maintain a 2 to 3-year release cycle for its systems, with potential releases of Claw 2, 3, and 4. While specific details about the upgrades remain undisclosed, MSI's focus is on improving CPU and GPU options. The upcoming Claw handheld, powered by Intel's Core Ultra 100H series, is expected to compete in the gaming handheld market and may launch in the first half of 2024.
Google Assistant is removing 17 "underutilized" features across Android, speakers, and displays in February, prioritizing more popular experiences and investing in future technology. The changes include removing voice controls for various actions, such as sending emails and rescheduling events, with alternative suggestions provided. The company is preparing for the future introduction of Bard as the primary Assistant platform, but has yet to detail improvements for existing smart speaker/display hardware. Users will receive notifications starting January 26 about the deprecations, with most features going away on February 26.
A video has demonstrated that the detachable disc drive of the PS5 can be easily swapped between consoles, as it functions more like a peripheral than a locked component. However, the drive requires an online registration process, and without an internet connection, it will refuse to accept discs, rendering it useless. While the online check-in is likely due to compliance with the DMCA, there may come a time when the servers needed for verification are no longer operational. Sony may release an update to remove this requirement in the future, but it is expected to be many years down the line.
Overwatch 2 executive producer Jared Neuss has confirmed that the game will not be receiving weapon inspection animations anytime soon. While Neuss loves the idea of weapon inspection animations, it just currently isn’t a priority for the game. However, it’s still very possible for weapon inspection animations to come to Overwatch in the future, it just won’t be in the near future.