NBA 2K26 introduces significant improvements in gameplay mechanics, presentation, and community features, making it the most skill-oriented and immersive entry in the series, with overhauled dribbling, customizable finishing, smarter AI, and expanded modes like MyTEAM and MyCAREER, earning a score of 8.8/10.
Bungie's Marathon game may be undergoing a significant shift towards a hero shooter model, moving away from custom player characters to a selectable cast of heroes, potentially influenced by former Valorant game director Joe Ziegler. This change has sparked concern and disappointment among players and content creators, particularly those familiar with Bungie's emphasis on player customization in games like Destiny. The move could also be related to monetization strategies, but it risks alienating long-time Bungie fans and pitting Marathon against established hero shooter titles like Valorant and Overwatch.
The 'Arthur Safe House' mod, created by Tainaandrei1 and available on Nexus Mods, introduces the ability for players to build and customize their own house in Red Dead Redemption 2. This mod adds a personal cabin with various amenities, enhancing the gameplay experience by providing a permanent home for the character Arthur, complete with decorative and functional features. It represents one of the many fan-created modifications that continue to expand the possibilities within the game, adding new layers of immersion to the Rockstar classic.
Fans of Halo Infinite are criticizing the game's in-game cosmetics shop for offering a skin that pays tribute to the original Halo game, Halo: Combat Evolved, at a price that is twice the cost of the entire game itself. The shift to a free-to-play multiplayer model with microtransactions and season passes has not been well-received by the community, and the limited customization options for the skin have also drawn complaints. Players are advised to opt for buying and playing the original Halo: Combat Evolved instead, as it offers a more enjoyable experience than a pricey skin.
Halo Infinite's Season 4, set to release on June 20, will introduce the fan-favorite mode Infection, new premium coatings, and a military-style Career Rank progression system. Attendees of the upcoming HCS Dreamhack Dallas event will get a chance to go hands-on with new Season 4 content, and the first Bonus XP Weekend will take place over June 2-4. The studio also discussed player customization systems and answered community questions in the latest episode of Spartan Chatter.