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PlayStation has officially launched cloud streaming on the PlayStation Portal, allowing PS Plus Premium members to stream thousands of PS5 and compatible games directly from the cloud, along with new features like 3D audio, accessibility options, and multiplayer support.
Two new games, Little Nightmares II and Rise of the Tomb Raider, are now available on Xbox Game Pass in July 2025, along with free perks for the new free-to-play title Mecha BREAK, enhancing the gaming library for subscribers.
Xbox Game Pass is adding all three Warcraft remasters, Call of Duty: WWII, and several other titles over the next two weeks, with some games leaving the service at the end of June. Subscribers can enjoy new releases like Crash Bandicoot 4, Wildfrost, and Warhammer remasters, among others.
Nintendo has updated its Switch Online app to support the upcoming Switch 2, introducing features like cloud backup for screenshots and videos, easier sharing, and notifications for GameChat invites, enhancing the user experience for gamers.
Larian Studios announced that official mod support for Baldur’s Gate 3 will begin rolling out in phases, starting with a closed alpha today and culminating with Patch 7 in September. The phased approach will allow ample testing time for the community, with PC players having full access to mod tools and console players limited to officially approved mods. Patch 7 will also include significant content updates, and future plans include crossplay and photo mode.
The Triple-I Initiative celebrated its birthday with a showcase of game announcements and trailers from various indie game developers, including Slay The Spire 2, Risk of Rain 2, Shadows Of Doubt, Gestalt: Steam and Cylinder, Vampire Survivors, UnderMine 2, and more, with updates and DLC for existing games also revealed. The showcase featured a range of upcoming releases and updates, offering a glimpse into the diverse world of indie gaming.
Blizzard announces changes for Overwatch 2, making new and old heroes available for free to all players, including future heroes, starting with season 10 in April. The game will also introduce easier ways to earn Overwatch Coins and a new in-game competition called Clash, with a full Clash mode and two dedicated maps coming later this year. Additionally, season 11 will feature a new Push map set in Peru and a reworked version of the Rome-based Colosseo map.
PUBG plans to introduce destructible environments, more transportation items, and frequent gun balance changes in 2024, aiming to enhance the central gameplay loop and keep the competitive meta fresh. The updates will also include a Team vs. Team system, support for user-made content, and continued efforts to combat cheating, with over three million cheaters banned last year.
Rare's pirate sandbox game Sea of Thieves is set to expand its player base with a PlayStation release in April and new gameplay options like Safer Seas and Solo Seas. The game's updates aim to enhance emergent and organic encounters while reducing the barrier to entry for new players. Changes to the game's pacing and tutorials make it more accessible, and upcoming content promises new tools for different play styles, including the mysterious Horn of Fair Winds.
Xbox Game Pass is set to introduce several new games in March 2024, including "Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun," "Lightyear Frontier," "MLB The Show 24," "Diablo 4," and "Open Roads." These titles will be available on various platforms such as console, PC, and cloud. Additionally, some games will be leaving the service in March, although the specific titles have not been disclosed yet.
Overwatch 2 developers are working on fine-tuning hero projectile sizes following the Season 9 changes, which introduced a new rank, revamped ranked mode, and overhauled hero health. Lead Hero Designer Alec Dawson announced plans for finer tuning of projectile sizes for some heroes and health adjustments, addressing player critique that the changes have affected headshot hitboxes. The team is closely monitoring the game's performance following the major patch.
Sons Of The Forest's 1.0 release is set for February 22nd, with a new trailer showcasing human monstrosities and game features. Updates have ceased as developers focus on content for the full release, which promises improvements and new additions to the game.
Larian Studios has announced Patch 6 for Baldur’s Gate 3, set to be released during the week of February 12. The update will include improved kiss animations, new camp idle animations, Legendary Actions in Honour Mode, and bug fixes, making combat more challenging. This marks the game’s first major patch of 2024 and is expected to bring significant changes to the game.
Microsoft's second Xbox Developer_Direct event on January 18th will feature updates on games planned for release, including the exclusive Indiana Jones game developed by MachinesGames. The event will also provide updates on Hellblade II, Avowed, and Ara: History Untold, but won't include any updates on games from Activision Blizzard. The event is expected to showcase gameplay and announcements for upcoming Xbox games in 2024, and will be streamed live on Twitch and YouTube.
Diablo III's Season 30, titled "The Lords of Hell," begins on January 12, reintroducing the Season Theme from Season 25 where players can collect and upgrade Soul Shards based on the seven Lords of Hell to gain new powers. The season includes new cosmetic rewards, journey rewards, and Haedrig’s Gift class sets. Patch 2.7.7 brings permanent features like Rites of Sanctuary and Visions of Enmity, along with class balance changes to ensure a fun and balanced gameplay experience. The patch goes live on January 9, with adjustments to various class sets and skills to maintain game balance amidst the reintroduction of powerful seasonal themes.