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➀ The voice actor for Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag hints at the upcoming remake; ➁ The game was first mentioned in 2023 and is now in early development stages; ➃ Despite starting later than other remakes, it may release before the Prince of Persia or Splinter Cell remakes.

➀ Nvidia has released a new DLSS SDK with significant VRAM improvements; ➁ The Transformer model in version 310.3.0 uses 20% less VRAM than the previous beta version; ➂ VRAM usage reduction is consistent across different resolutions, up to 8K.

➀ The Sonic Adventure series is a celebrated title in the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, but there are currently no plans for a remake. ➁ Takashi Iizuka, head of Sonic Team, explains that remaking the series would require as much time and energy as creating a new title. ➂ Despite past interest in remaking the series, Iizuka now suggests focusing on new titles instead.

➀ Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford warns fans not to expect significant discounts for Borderlands 4 in the near future; ➁ He points out that major sales for Borderlands 3 took over 5 years from its launch; ➂ Pitchford suggests that similar discounts for Borderlands 4 are unlikely to happen soon.

➀ Generative AI has become a significant topic in the video game industry; ➁ Despite Steam's policy, some games like 'The Alters' have used GenAI without disclosure; ➂ The use of GenAI in 'The Alters' includes AI-generated text and Brazilian subtitles.

➀ Bandai Namco has announced their official Summer Showcase; ➁ The event will feature a new game reveal from MY HERO ACADEMIA, new trailers, and more; ➂ The showcase is scheduled for July 2 at 8PM UK Time; ➃ The event will also include titles like Code Vein II, The Blood of Dawnwalker, and more.

➀ Warner Bros. has struggled with its gaming division in recent years, leading to speculation about Sony's interest in acquiring parts of WBD. ➁ Sony's acquisition could benefit the industry by leveraging WBD's IPs and studios. ➂ The potential deal includes WBD's streaming services, IPs, and gaming assets, which could align well with Sony's strategy.

➀ Sudokoo SK700V is a new single tower seven heat pipe cooler designed for AMD AM5 platforms; ➁ It features a quad segmented LCD screen and is compatible with RAM; ➂ The cooler has a maximum heat dissipating power of up to 220W and comes with a 5-year warranty.

➀ Bohemia Interactive has announced the next major expansion for DayZ, titled 'Badlands', set to release in 2026; ➁ The expansion introduces a new desert map called Nasdara Province, with harsh desert conditions and new survival challenges; ➂ Players will face new and adapted variants of the infected, and the expansion is confirmed for release in 2026.

➀ Cooler Master introduces two new PC cases, the NR200P V3 and Masterbox CM695; ➁ The NR200P V3 features a redesigned side panel for better GPU cooling and tool-free assembly; ➂ The Masterbox CM695 has a 'Classic Odd Design' with a 5.25-inch drive bay and modern cable management.

➀ A rumour suggests that an Elder Scrolls 6 trailer has been seen by Microsoft employees; ➁ The Xbox Games Showcase did not mention The Elder Scrolls 6, but Bethesda is making progress on the game; ➂ The trailer is likely an internal one for communication purposes, and no official announcement has been made yet.

➀ The latest leak reveals new gameplay footage of Battlefield 6's multiplayer mode, specifically focusing on the fan-favorite Rush game mode. The footage is from a pre-alpha version and may not represent the final game. ➁ The leak originated from Bilibili and was later found on various subreddits. ➂ EA is expected to officially reveal Battlefield 6 before Gamescom in August, with no final release date yet set for before the end of the fiscal year.

➀ Helldivers 2 received a positive launch but faced a negative review bombing campaign; ➁ Sony's new policy required a PSN account for PC games, causing backlash; ➂ Arrowhead reversed the policy and commemorated the community's effort with a 'review bomb' cape.

➀ Nintendo has added Super Mario Strikers to the GameCube library on Switch 2; ➁ The game was first released on GameCube in 2005 and features 5v5 football matches with Mario characters; ➂ Other GameCube classics are expected to be added to the Switch 2 library.

➀ Resident Evil Requiem is set to release in early 2026; ➁ Developers initially considered online multiplayer but decided against it due to fan preferences; ➂ The game will be a single-player experience on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.

➀ Ark 2's release date has been delayed again, now targeting a 2027 debut; ➁ Studio Wildcard is focusing on Ark Survival Ascended, which has allowed them to gain a deeper understanding of Unreal Engine 5; ➂ The development of Ark 2 is currently on hold, with only a small portion of the team working on combat mechanics.

➀ Peak has sold 2 million units in just nine days; ➁ Developers Landcrab are working on the first major update based on community feedback; ➂ The team is addressing key issues such as disconnection, performance, and crashes.

➀ Sable, an open-world indie adventure platformer, is now free on the Epic Games Store for a limited time. ➁ Known for its unique cell-shaded art style and non-linear progression, the game offers a serene and immersive experience. ➂ The soundtrack, composed by indie pop star Japanese Breakfast, adds to the game's appeal.

➀ The ASRock PGO32UFS is reviewed, highlighting its dual-mode functionality and LG's 32in WOLED panel. It offers 4K/240Hz or 1080/480Hz modes, with the latter promising exceptional motion clarity. The monitor is priced around £800. ➁ The panel boasts improvements over previous versions, including better text clarity, increased brightness, and dual-mode feature. ➂ The review discusses the monitor's specifications, unique features, and mechanical design.

➀ The Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Season 4 Reloaded was delayed from late June to early July. ➁ Treyarch and Activision have detailed all the changes and additions coming with the update on July 2nd. ➂ Key updates include new maps, modes, and weapons for both Multiplayer and Zombies modes, as well as new features in Warzone.

➀ Humble’s Choice subscription service is raising its monthly price by nearly 30%; ➁ The new monthly price is set to £11.49, and the yearly subscription will now cost £119.99; ➂ Despite the price hike, Humble promises no change in benefits.

➀ Remedy Entertainment's FBC: Firebreak has surpassed 1 million players despite low Steam numbers; ➁ The game was included in Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus on day one; ➂ Remedy acknowledges the game's issues and is motivated to improve it.

➀ Microsoft is offering a free year of extended security updates for Windows 10 users; ➁ The offer is available by enabling Windows Backup to sync with OneDrive; ➂ Users will need to pay for extra OneDrive storage to take full advantage of the free extended support.

➀ Epic Games is refunding an additional $126 million to Fortnite players as part of an earlier FTC settlement; ➁ The company was accused of facilitating 'accidental' purchases; ➂ This is part of a larger $500 million penalty for violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act.

➀ The Little Nightmares series announced the release date of the third game, scheduled for October 10, 2025; ➁ The Enhanced Edition of Little Nightmares I will also be released on the same day; ➂ Bandai Namco revealed Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes, developed by Iconik Studio; ➃ The series has sold over 20 million copies.

➀ Netflix is set to remove 22 games from its service next month; ➁ Titles include notable games like Hades and Katana Zero; ➂ The move follows the removal of several games last year and may indicate a shift away from the gaming industry.

➀ Microsoft has announced the release date, price, features, and bonus content of the enhanced version of Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II for PlayStation 5. The game will be available as a free update on August 12 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Steam. The Standard Edition costs $49.99, while the Deluxe Edition is priced at $69.99 and includes the first game, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, optimized for PlayStation 5. ➁ The enhanced version introduces several improvements and additions, such as Performance Mode on PS5/Pro and Xbox Series X, a new 'Very High' fidelity preset on PC, official Steam Deck verification, the return of the Dark Rot mechanic, improved photo mode, and 4 hours of developer commentary. ➂ The PS5 version of the first game is currently unknown if it will be available outside of the deluxe edition.

➀ Sony has not included any of its own games in PlayStation Plus day-and-date since the service's revamp a couple of years ago; ➁ The console maker claims it to be infeasible; ➂ PlayStation's VP of global services, Nick Maguire, confirms the strategy will not change soon.

➀ Sony has announced the July PS Plus Essential tier lineup, including Diablo IV, The King of Fighters XV, and Jusant. ➁ Celebratory activities for the 15th anniversary include game trials and tournaments. ➂ Sony hopes to maintain this level of quality throughout the year.

➀ The much-anticipated STALKER 2 update 1.5 has overhauled the game's A-Life system; ➁ The update introduces A-Life 2.0 with various improvements like simulating life for all characters, avoiding direct respawns, and increasing visualization range; ➂ The update also includes new weapons, looting, anomalies, and AI improvements.