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'What a Loss for All of Us': Boss of Baldur's Gate 3 Maker Reacts to BioWare Closure
Larian Studios CEO shares his thoughts. Publisher EA shocked fans and industry veterans alike earlier this week with its 400-person layoff, notably including the closure of the legendary RPG studio, BioWare. Many people have shared their thoughts on the matter, with almost everybody lamenting the...
The Internet Urges Xbox To Save Mass Effect
"Buy the Mass Effect IP, Hire the Best of BioWare and reform it". EA's closure of BioWare has sent shockwaves of grief throughout the gaming industry as we mourn the loss of yet another iconic development studio. Best known for Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, the Dragon Age and Mass Effect...
“Thirsty” Bear breaks into Florida home to steal beer from fridge
A Florida couple got a shock when a bear broke into their home, stealing food and alcohol from their fridge and downing it in their front yard.
Wo Long 2: Wings Of Ember Preview: Waging War With Wuxia
DualShockers had the chance to preview a new build of Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, which features significantly improved performance and gameplay.
Wo Long 2: Wings Of Ember Interview: Creating Bosses With Just The Right Amount Of Challenge
DualShockers spoke with the developers of Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember about why a sequel was made and how the gameplay has changed from its predecessor.
New PS1-Era FPS Game Officially Confirmed for November 2026
Derelikt is a first-person sci-fi shooter with the same low-poly look as late-90s horror games, and it launches on Steam in November 2026. Developed by Polish solo developer Visuwyg, Derelikt takes place aboard a remote spaceship, drawing inspiration from games like Doom 3 and System Shock 2. The...
New PS1-Era FPS Game Officially Confirmed for November 2026
A new first-person shooter game heavily inspired by Doom and System Shock launches in November, and its free demo is already earning rave reviews.
Telltale Walking Dead Franchise Sale 2026
Survival isn't just about fighting walkers. It's about the choices you make. Follow Clementine's unforgettable journey through a world where every decision matters, every relationship is tested, and every choice can have lasting consequences. From shocking twists to emotional moments that stay with...
Feature: Is Cyberpunk 2077 Patch 2.5 Worth Returning to Night City For?
The huge Edgerunners 2 update. CD Projekt Red shocked everyone when it announced that a major new Cyberpunk 2077 update would be dropping around the same time as the Edgerunners 2 anime. While I imagine some fans might have expected a small surprise to coincide with the show, the scale of Patch 2.5...
Xbox & Nintendo Console Sales Suffer YoY Decreases In New September 2026 US Report
Xbox Series sales down 27% YoY. It's no big secret that console sales are struggling across the board right now amidst rising prices and an ongoing component crisis, so we're not exactly shocked that Xbox Series sales were down YoY for September in the US. This is coming from Mat Piscatella at...
Mayday, Miss Marcy! It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like...
Marcy is back with another set of, shockingly, holiday themed questions. And no, not Halloween...
Game industry legend Warren Spector blows up over BioWare's closure: 'it's utter bulls**t'
The recently retired producer of System Shock, Ultima Underworld, Deus Ex, and so many more wants to know why "the folks in suits" aren't losing their jobs.
Mass Effect TV Series Is Still Alive Despite BioWare’s Closure
Although EA announced a purge of 400 jobs yesterday and the closure of BioWare, the Prime Video Mass Effect series is still a go, for now. In case you missed it, Electronic Arts shockingly committed to 400 more layoffs yesterday, and the legendary studio, BioWare, was closed in the fallout. With...
How to Paint Everything: Sandman, Vulture, Shocker, and Electro for Marvel Crisis Protocol
Jefferson covers another three Spider-man villains from the Spider-Foes Starter Box from Marvel Crisis Protocol.
Feature: 25+ Of The Best Discounted Games From Xbox's Shocktober Sale
Sale pun to make you laugh. We've rummaged, we've sifted and scrolled, and we've picked out another fine selection of massively discounted games for you to consider this week. Xbox is currently running a Shocktober Sale featuring a whole mish-mash of spooky games, such as Resident Evil Requiem,...
Following shock BioWare closure, scope of EA job cuts becomes clear as layoffs hit Respawn, Maxis, Full Circle, EA Motive, and more
EA announced overnight it's closing Mass Effect and Dragon Age studio BioWare in a new round of cuts that include the elimination of 400 roles across the publisher. But while it confirmed BioWare's 50 workers are affected, and that Skate studio Ripple Effect was being downsized, it did not say...
Mass Effect TV Series Remains Active at Prime Video Despite BioWare Closure
The Mass Effect video game franchise may have come to an end with the shocking demise of BioWare, but IGN can exclusively reveal that its future on the small screen remains possible. Sources inside Prime Video have confirmed that the Mass Effect television series remains in development at Amazon...
Star Wars Battlefront 3 Reportedly In Development By EA’s Top Shooter Studios
Included in the shocking news of EA's restructuring, which includes layoffs and the closure of BioWare, is a mention from the publisher that Apex Legends studio Respawn Entertainment and Battlefield maker DICE are collaborating on a project. According to a report, that project is a long-awaited...
GTA 6 hype has it dwarfing all other games’ preorder numbers this decade
Grand Theft Auto 6 is now less than a month away, and the hype levels are paying dividends before it’s even remotely playable. Alongside a massive wave of advertising that’s taken over Miami, Florida, preorder estimates paint a shocking picture of just how excited players are for the...
Mass Effect 5 Cancelled As Legendary Developer BioWare Closes Down
"There is nothing easy about writing these words.". In some absolutely shock news today, it's been announced that legendary development studio BioWare is closing down after 30 years, and the next entry in the Mass Effect series has been cancelled as a result. BioWare shared a statement on social...
EA is Permanently Shutting Down BioWare, New Mass Effect Game Canceled
In a shocking announcement, it's been confirmed that BioWare is permanently shutting down and work on the new Mass Effect is being scrapped.
One Piece Creator Oda Officially Changes Sanji Forever
Sanji's character is changing with a new, shocking character development in One Piece.
I'm not surprised by how much Yakuza DNA is in Stranger Than Heaven, but I am shocked by how much I love it
Music and street brawls collide in my hands-on with Yakuza developer RGG Studio's latest
Best looking Roblox games in 2026
Updated on October 21st, 2026 When you envision a Roblox game, it's hard not to think of the Lego-like blocky nature of older experiences on the platform. But it might shock you to know that nowadays there are bona fide photorealistic experiences and flashy, stylised games that can be played right...
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