Valve's new hero shooter Deadlock is causing a shitstorm in the gaming world. Everyone wants in, but scoring an invite is about as easy as finding a competent teammate in a MOBA. But don't worry, I've got the solution that doesn't involve Reddit begging or selling your organs on the black market.

A Reddit user's comic titled "How to start World War 3" is making waves in the gaming community, perfectly capturing the frustration over beloved franchises being turned into mobile cash grabs. The punchline? Half-Life 3 reimagined as a mobile game. It's ridiculous, hilarious, and just a little too close to home for comfort.

In a world where digital games are becoming as disposable as yesterday's leftovers, gamers across Europe are saying "Fuck this shit" and fighting back. The "Stop Destroying Videogames" petition, launched as a European Citizens' Initiative, is gathering signatures faster than a speedrunner collects coins. With over 327,000 signatures in just a month, it's on track to hit the magic million needed to make the suits in Brussels sit up and take notice.

Ah, Nvidia drivers. The digital equivalent of that friend who always insists on trying the newest fad diet. Sometimes it works wonders, and sometimes it leaves you hugging the toilet bowl wondering where it all went wrong.

Looks like Activision's latest “masterpiece”, Call of Duty Black Ops 6, is aiming to be the Godzilla of your hard drive. With a rumored 300GB install size, it's not just eating up your storage – it's setting up a fucking buffet.

Looks like Ubisoft's latest foray into the galaxy far, far away has hit a snag bigger than the Death Star's exhaust port. Star Wars Outlaws, the game that promised to let you live out your space scoundrel fantasies, has instead delivered a masterclass in how to piss off your most loyal fans.

Shit just got real. Or unreal. (See what I did there?) Or maybe both? inZOI, the upcoming life sim from the PUBG folks at Krafton, is about to make The Sims look like it was coded on an abacus.

As we hurtle towards the end of the year like a runaway freight train, Valve's got a lineup of sales that'll have you throwing money at your screen faster than a Silicon Valley startup burning through venture capital.

Sony's favorite little robot mascot is back, and this time he's brought enough trophies to make even the most hardcore achievement hunter weep tears of joy (or frustration, depending on how much of a masochist you are).

Well, well, well. Looks like another big shot in the gaming industry couldn't keep it in his pants. Chris Barrett, the hotshot director behind Halo, Destiny, and the upcoming Marathon, has been shown the door at Bungie faster than you can say "inappropriate workplace behavior."

Well, well, well. Look who's feeling nostalgic. Sam Lake, the mad genius behind Remedy Entertainment, has taken to Twitter to stroke his own ego about Control's fifth birthday. And you know what? He's fucking earned it.

Get ready to channel your inner freedom fighter, because Destructive Creations is about to drop a tactical nuke on the World War II game scene with their latest offering, 63 Days. Set to launch on September 26th across PC and consoles, this isometric real-time tactics game is promising to be grittier than your great-grandpa's war stories.

Remember when COVID hit and we all thought the world was ending? Well, for a hot minute there, it seemed like gaming conventions were about to go the way of the dodo. E3? Dead as disco. PAX? On life support. But Gamescom? This crafty bastard pulled a miracle out of its ass and not only survived but came out swinging. Let's break down how this German gaming extravaganza became the cockroach of the convention world – and I mean that in the best possible way.

In a realm dominated by the never-ending quest for profit, one visionary dares to dream differently. Hyung-Tae Kim, the mastermind behind Stellar Blade and the CEO of Shift Up Studio, is casting aside industry norms to champion the cause of diversity in the gaming world. In an illuminating conversation with Ruliweb (Translation by GameRadar), Kim unveils his bold stance against the grain, advocating for the richness of variety over the bland pursuit of profitability.

"Call of Duty: Vanguard" reportedly sold a whopping 30 million copies. Yeah, you read that right—30 million. "Call of Duty: Vanguard" reportedly sold a whopping 30 million copies. Yeah, you read that right—30 million.?”

In the left corner, wearing the belt of Truth and Integrity, we have Jason Schreier, a heavyweight in the gaming journalism world. And in the right, donning the cloak of Mystery and Rumors, is the newcomer on the block, Silknight, whose grip on verified information seems as slippery as a wet fish.

In a world where "Goat Simulator" can become a cult classic, it really shouldn't surprise anyone that we've now been graced with "Snow Plowing Simulator - First Snow." Yes, you read that right. Forget flying through space, commanding legions in battle, or even managing a farm. The gaming universe has decided that what we truly need is to experience the unbridled thrill of... snow plowing.

In the vast expanse of the digital universe, a curious trend has been quietly revolutionizing the way we play: simulator games. Gone are the days when video games were solely about fantastical adventures in distant realms. Today, gamers are flocking to experiences that mirror the minutiae of everyday life, from the serene fields of a farm to the bustling environment of a city builder. But what drives this surge in games that let us live out seemingly mundane tasks in virtual worlds?

Alright, kiddos, strap yourselves in and pour a stiff one because we're about to slice through the fog of war surrounding Ubisoft's prodigal son, XDefiant. Picture this: September 2023, Ubisoft, with all the finesse of a ballet dancer wielding a flamethrower, unleashes what could've been the next big thing in the free-to-play arena. The gameplay? Crispier than a deep-fried meme. The community? Buzzing like a beehive on an espresso binge. Developer transparency? Clearer than my ex's intentions. But fast forward six months, and we're wading through a swamp of unmet expectations and broken promises. Welcome to the rollercoaster saga of XDefiant.

We're talking about Project Maverick, a concoction so potent it's got every gaming sleuth's spidey senses tingling harder than a caffeine overdose. Brewed in the clandestine labs of People Can Fly and Xbox Publishing, this baby's shrouded in more mystery than your last Tinder date's “Real Intentions”