Season 17 of Rare's online pirate title Sea of Thieves was announced at the Xbox Games Showcase, and it'll add a mischievous new faction to the game's sandbox called The Smuggler's League. The upcoming season, titled Smugglers' Tide, begins in August and includes new Voyages and some of the most powerful explosives in the game.Judging from the trailer, The Smuggler's League is all about, well, smuggling loot, salvaging treasure and other goodies from sunken ships or stealing them from other players. Some of the new loot showcased in the trailer includes crates filled with golden bottles and black gunpowder barrels, which will most certainly explode if mishandled, but players can weaponize their explosive capabilities.Watch the trailer below.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

As part of the Xbox Games Showcase, Activision announced Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. Didn't we just get a new Black Ops game in 2024? We did, and this will be the first time in franchise history that Activision is releasing Black Ops titles in consecutive years.Black Ops 7 is being developed by Treyarch and Raven Software--the same lead co-developers as Black Ops 6--and takes place in the year 2035. That's more than 40 years after the events of Black Ops 6 and 10 years after the events of Black Ops 2. Activision said the story in Black Ops 7 will be the "most mind-bending" ever, and that's saying something for a series known for its twists and turns.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Persona 4 Revival was officially unveiled during the Xbox Games Showcase at Summer Game Fest 2025 today, following several recent leaks. Like last year's Persona 3 Reloaded, this new version of Persona 4 is a brand-new edition of the classic 2008 RPG by Atlus.The announcement teaser is light on information, aside from confirming that it takes place in the quiet countryside town of Inaba away from the bustling metropolis of the other entries, with a few shots of its high school classrooms and the town's streets, with just a few seconds of the protagonist running through them. It of course won't be too long before he goes head-first into a strange mystery storyline, as he joins his friends to investigate seemingly unsolvable murders while harnessing the power of Personas to crack the case.A remake of Persona 4 became the worst-kept secret in gaming, as prior to its announcement, voice actor Yuri Lowenthal confirmed that he would not be reprising his role as Yosuke Hanamura for the game. "For those who keep asking, no, I will not be returning as Yosuke for the Persona 4 remake," Lowenthal said in a since-deleted post on BlueSky. "I asked. Maybe I even begged, but they don’t want me to come back."Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

As the end of Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer teased the company's plans for 2026, which marks the 25th anniversary of Xbox.Spencer said Gears of War: E-Day, the new Fable, and the next Forza game will launch in 2026. He also teased the "return of a classic that's been with us since the beginning."Many are taking that to be a reference to the Halo franchise. Microsoft is working on multiple new Halo games, one of which could be a remaster of 2001's Halo: Combat Evolved. It was previously reported that a remaster of the first Halo game was in the works and might also come to PS5.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

For the better part of two decades, the Gears of War franchise has been exclusive to Xbox consoles and PC. This summer, that's going to change with Gears of War: Reloaded, the second remaster of the original game from 2006. A new trailer for Reloaded dropped during the Xbox Games Showcase, and it gives PlayStation 5 gamers a chance to see what they've been missing. The game takes place on a colony world named Sera where humans are quickly becoming an endangered species thanks to the emergence of the Locust, a subterranean group that first struck 14 years earlier. Players assume the role of Marcus Fenix and his fellow Delta Squad troopers as they attempt to reverse humanity's fortunes in the war and reclaim Sera as their home.According to Microsoft, the new remaster will support 4K-resolution 120fps support, and multiplayer. It will also have cross-play and cross-production on all platforms. Additionally, players who already own the digital version of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition can get Reloaded for free.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

After releasing to critical acclaim back in 2023, Planet of Lana is getting a sequel. Revealed as a part of the June Xbox Games Showcase, Planet of Lana 2: Children of the Leaf will pick up where the first game left off, and follows Lana and Mui as they embark on an even greater adventure across the enchanting world of Novo. After saving their home from a robot outbreak in the first game, Planet of Lana 2 sees Lana and her companion Mui take a deep dive into the history of Novo in an effort to uncover its mysterious past. What ensues is an adventure featuring a "deeper, longer story," more challenging puzzles, and a touching story about the duo's "unbreakable bond."Though Planet of Lana 2 will still retain the series' signature side-scrolling gameplay, it seems as though the overall experience will be more fast-paced this go around. According to its Steam page, Planet of Lana 2 will contain more challenging action sequences that make use of Lana's newly heightened agility. Whereas the first game focused largely on her puzzle-solving skills, Lana will now be able to wall jump and break into a slide while running to evade dangerous situations. Additionally, Planet of Lana 2 sees the series refine its stealth mechanics, making the entire adventure more tense and requiring a greater level of strategy.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Activision announced Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 during the Xbox Games Showcase, and the reveal trailer could also be hinting at Warzone's next big map for battle royale.Near the end of the Black Ops 7 reveal trailer, there is a scene of four soldiers dropping down onto a map, which looks very much like a squad diving into a Warzone match together. The map in question also looks similar to the rumored Avalon map found in Black Ops 6's spectator mode, with both featuring a cluster of islands connected by bridges. This specific scene was saved for the end of the trailer and shown alongside a brief tease of Treyarch's Zombies mode for Black Ops 7, so it is possible Activision is teasing Avalon for Warzone.However, fans shouldn't get their hopes up too soon. Black Ops 7 is revealed to be a co-op campaign, so it is possible the scene in question is just a section of the campaign used to show off four-player co-op. Additionally, known Call of Duty insider "The Ghost of Hope" claims the Avalon map was scrapped for battle royale and would be used for campaign and Outbreak Zombies mode for Black Ops 7.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Vampire Survivors studio Poncle is getting into game publishing, and its first such game is Berserk or Die. Nao Shibata, a solo developer from Japan who makes games under the name Nao Games, revealed the project--an action game with a unique control scheme--is out now.As revealed during the PC Gaming Show, Berserk or Die uses a keyboard and mouse as a controller--but not in the traditional sense. Players will smack the left and right sides of their keyboard in order to move and attack in that direction--with attack power dependent on how many keys are pressed with each slap--while shaking the mouse will activate the player character's special ability. Accessibility options--including a controller-based control scheme--will also be available.Berserk or DieWhen not in battle, players will shop at nighttime peddlers in order to heal and restore magic, and they can also visit the training grounds to learn new abilities for the next fight. Berserk or Die will feature unique pixel art from Nao Games and music from Vampire Survivors composer Filippo Vicarelli.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

D&D Art & Arcana: A Visual History Special Edition Box Set (Hardcover) $51.65 (was $125) with coupon See at Amazon D&D Art & Arcana: A Visual History (Hardcover) $19.60 (was $50) with coupon See at Amazon D&D fans can save big on a really cool special-edition book box set at Amazon. Dungeons & Dragons Art & Arcana: A Visual History Special Edition is available for only $51.65 (was $125). To get the full $73-plus discount, you need to click the coupon box on the store page to slash an additional $10.05 from the price. Alternatively, you can get the standard hardcover edition for only $19.60 (was $50). D&D Art & Arcana: A Visual History Special Edition Box Set (Hardcover) $51.65 (was $125) with coupon Dungeons & Dragons Art & Arcana: A Visual History is a 448-page, full-color art book detailing the artistic evolution of the tabletop RPG. It includes concept sketches, official illustrations, photographs, and other material from D&D's many rulebooks, adventure modules, novels, magazines, and more. In total, the book contains more than 700 original pieces of art and more than 40 interviews with artists and game designers who have worked on the storied tabletop game over the years.The Special Edition includes an eye-catching display box with exclusive artwork. Inside the book-like box, you'll find the actual hardcover as well as 10 art prints, and a pamphlet of D&D co-creator Gary Gygax's classic Tomb of Horrors adventure module, all within a clamshell case featuring original designs by D&D artist Hydro74. See at Amazon D&D Art & Arcana: A Visual History (Hardcover) $19.60 (was $50) with coupon The standard hardcover version of Dungeons & Dragons Art & Arcana doesn't come with any of the extras, but you're still getting a 448-page tome filled with all of the original artwork and interviews found in the Special Edition. Make sure to click the coupon box to get the full discount. See at Amazon Dungeons & Dragons: Art & Arcana: A Visual History Special Edition Earlier this year, Wizards of the Coast released an updated Monster Manual for D&D's tabletop game. The Monster Manual joined the updated Player's Handbook and Dungeon Master's Guide, both of which received new editions for the first time in a decade.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The battle royale genre dominated 2017. Fortnite, PUBG, Apex Legends, and other games came out around that time and took over the gaming zeitgeist. We're almost a decade out from the golden age of battle royales and Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney believes it is the best shooter genre out there."If you look at the shooter genre, it evolved with new game types coming out over time based on what was possible with the current technology," Sweeney said in an interview with IGN. "Battle royale just happens to be the best shooter genre yet invented -- and thanks to both the Japanese movie makers and [PUBG creator] Brendan Green for discovering the magic there. But it's definitely not the last. There'll be more and it'll get even better and new technologies are going to make things that are currently impossible, possible, and I think that's going to unleash unexpected surprises and creativity."Sweeney also spoke about the fact that people still view Fortnite as just a battle royale and not an "everything game." Epic Games considers Fortnite a platform that includes creator-made modes as well as developer-created modes like Fortnite Festival and Rocket Racing. Battle royale, including it's multiple spin-offs like Zero Build, is still the game's most popular mode.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

There are times in life where things just don't go as planned, and you need to just wipe the slate clean and try again. With technology, that sometimes means a factory reset on a device. If you've got a Nintendo Switch 2 that's giving you problems, or you simply want to wipe all of your data from it to sell or give to someone else, you'll probably need to do exactly that. Here's how to factory reset a Switch 2.How to factory reset a Switch 2Before you begin a full reset of your Switch 2, it's extremely important to remember that a factory reset will wipe all of your data from the console, including your user profiles, settings, game downloads, and any save data not saved to the cloud via a Nintendo Switch Online subscription. (Keep in mind, some games don't support cloud saves.) Once this stuff is gone, it's gone for good. Be absolutely sure you want that to happen before proceeding.When you're ready to reset your Switch 2 to factory settings, you'll first need to turn the console on. Then, follow the instructions in the order outlined below.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

One of the many great things about a Nintendo Switch 2 is the ability to have multiple profiles on a single system, which allows family or friends to enjoy using the console, whether separately or at the same time. However, you'll need to add a user to your console before they can join in the fun. And once you no longer want that profile on your Switch 2, you'll need to manually remove it, too. With that in mind, here's how to add and remove users on Switch 2.How to add a user on Switch 2To add a new user on your Switch 2, follow the instructions below.Select the Settings icon on your Switch 2 home screen.Select Users.Select Add User.Sign in to a Nintendo Account or create a local user.Here, you'll need to decide whether you'd like to sign into a Nintendo Account or simply add a local account. Regardless of your decision, follow the remaining instructions to get set up, including choosing a cool new avatar, nickname, and more.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Safety and security are of paramount importance when kids have access to the digital world. Luckily, whether you want to limit your child's screen time, ensure they can't make rogue purchases, or even stop them from accessing certain online functionalities like video chat, you have a multitude of parental-control options on the Nintendo Switch 2. Here's how to access these controls and how to set them up so that you can rest easy.How to set up parental controls on Switch 2To set up parental controls on your Switch 2, first select the Settings icon on your Switch 2's home screen. Scroll down and click on Parental Controls, then select Set Up Parental Controls.Here, you'll be asked to download the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app for your smartphone. The easiest way to do this is to open your phone's camera and scan the QR code on this screen, but you can also download it from the app store on your device or through the following links:Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The internet has become an all-important part of the gaming realm over the last few decades. Many games require massive updates to fix bugs or add new content, and plenty others are only available for purchase via digital storefronts. Perhaps even more notable, though, is the appeal of online gaming and chat functionality. And with the Nintendo Switch 2 now offering its GameChat feature to players, there's never been a better time to jump online with some pals. Here's how to connect your Switch 2 to the internet.How to connect your Nintendo Switch 2 to the internetThere are multiple ways to connect your Switch 2 to the internet. You'll be walked through these instructions during the initial setup of your console with a step-by-step explanation. However, don't worry if you bypassed the internet portion of the setup process--you can easily hop back in and get connected.Wireless (Wi-Fi)The first way to connect to the internet with a Switch 2 is via a wireless connection. To begin, navigate to the Settings icon on your Switch 2 home screen, then scroll down and select Internet. Afterward, select Internet Settings.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Nintendo didn't develop Mario Kart World totally on its own. Now that the game is out, it's been discovered that Nintendo sought help from other studios, both internal and external.Xenoblade developer Monolith Soft, which is owned by Nintendo, announced on social media that it contributed to the game's character designs and environments. The studio previously worked with Nintendo on The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. Another Nintendo-owned company, 1-Up Studio, contributed to Mario Kart World as well. The studio also worked on Super Mario 3D World, Ring Fit Adventure, Super Mario Odyssey, and other Nintendo games.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com