Nintendo has stayed away from the console wars for quite a few generations, especially when it comes to the power/performance of said consoles – instead opting for relatively modest hardware. With the Switch 2 having now been out in the wild for a bit however, we’re seeing more and more developers weigh in on the system’s capabilities and potential.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is an interesting handheld/console hybrid, with the system being far more powerful than 2017’s Switch 1 while also taking advantage of bespoke upscaling techniques such as DLSS.
That said, in terms of raw horsepower, the sequel system is seemingly still quite behind its contemporaries, with the studio behind the upcoming Metal Gear Solid Delta – Virtuos – telling WCCFTECH:
“GPU-wise, the Switch 2 performs slightly below the Series S; this difference is more noticeable in handheld mode. However, the Series S does not support technologies like DLSS, which the Switch 2 does. This makes the GPU capabilities of the two consoles comparable overall.”
Unfortunately, it seems as though Switch 2’s CPU is where the console falls behind the most, with the team continuing: “CPU-wise, there is a clearer distinction between the two consoles. The Switch 2 is closer to the PlayStation 4 in this respect, having a CPU just a bit more powerful than the PS4's.”
Offering some context for what this means with current-gen games, the team claimed “Any game shipping at 60 FPS on the Series S should easily port to the Switch 2. Likewise, a 30 FPS Series S game that's GPU-bound should also port well. Games with complex physics, animations, or other CPU-intensive elements might incur additional challenges in reaching 30 or 60 FPS or require extra optimization during porting.”
As always, even the most powerful console can run games poorly assuming the title was not optimised (cough cough MindsEye cough cough), and so the relative power of the Switch 2 functions more as an interesting anecdote. It’ll be curious to see just how much power developers manage to squeeze out of the Switch's successor throughout its lifecycle.
KitGuru says: What do you think of the Switch 2's performance so far? Are you impressed by its power? How long will it take for the system to get its first ‘impossible port’? Let us know your thoughts down below.
The post MGS Delta studio compares Nintendo Switch 2 CPU to PS4 and GPU to Series S first appeared on KitGuru.Over the years, there has been a ton of back and forth discussions surrounding Microsoft’s subscription service Xbox Game Pass and its impact on the industry. While some have claimed it to be a net negative – others state the opposite. Now, the founder and ex-CEO of Arkane Studios has weighed in on the matter, calling it “unsustainable.”
Raphael Colantonio was the founder and CEO of Arkane Studios from its inception back in 1999. Since then, Colantonio co-created the excellent immersive sim series Dishonored as well as Arkane Austin’s Prey reboot – before ultimately departing in 2017.
Currently working on a new immersive sim at WolfEye Studios, Colantonio took to Twitter to offer some thoughts on Xbox Game Pass and its model, stating:
“I think Gamepass is an unsustainable model that has been increasingly damaging the industry for a decade, subsidized by MS’s ‘infinite money’, but at some point reality has to hit. I don’t think GP can co-exist with other models, they’ll either kill everyone else, or give up.”
Of course, this comes at a time when Microsoft just fired over 9000 employees; shutting down game studios while also gutting others; cancelling a bunch of titles and more. As such, the frustration felt by Colantonio is understandable.
Whether Game Pass is truly unsustainable, we will have to wait and see, but given the fact that Microsoft willingly shuts down successful endeavours it’s anyone’s guess what the future of Game Pass looks like.
KitGuru says: What do you think of Game Pass as a consumer? Will the service survive long enough to reach its 10th birthday? Let us know your thoughts down below.
The post Arkane founder claims Game Pass “has been increasingly damaging the industry” first appeared on KitGuru.Rust needs little to no introduction, with the PC-focused multiplayer survival game taking over Steam when it launched in Early Access back in 2013. Created by the maker of Garry’s Mod, Rust has seen just as much success – having now officially sold over 20 million copies on Steam alone.
Releasing a video to YouTube recapping the past 6 months of additions and events in Rust, the team at Facepunch revealed that the game has now officially sold over 20 million copies. What’s more, this represents Steam users exclusively, meaning that the game has likely sold millions more when accounting for players across PlayStation and Xbox.
As mentioned however, Rust is a PC focused title, with the game being exclusive to the platform from its Early Access launch back in 2013 up until 2021.
Still, even without the added console players, Rust is easily one of the best selling games around – sitting only slightly behind the studio’s other success story ‘Garry’s Mod’ (which surpassed 25 million copies late last year).
With the recent release of the Friends with Benefits update, it is clear that Facepunch has no plans to slow down its support for Rust. It will be interesting to see whether Rust manages to break its peak CCU which it achieved right at the tail-end of last year.
KitGuru says: What do you think of Rust in 2025? When did you first try it? Do you still return to the game from time to time? Let us know down below.
The post Rust has sold over 20 million copies on Steam alone first appeared on KitGuru.Ever since the release of Final Shape, Destiny 2 has been in a bit of a limbo. That said, with the game’s next big expansion set to arrive in a little over a week’s time, the team at Bungie are enticing both old and new players alike to hop back into the live-service looter shooter with an open access period. Starting from tomorrow, all of Destiny 2’s expansions (alongside other additional content) will be free to play for the next two weeks.
Making the announcement as part of the company’s This Week In Destiny blog post, the team at Bungie offered a ton of new details surrounding the upcoming Edge of Fate expansion – including new weapon tuning for different archetypes; exotics; economy updates; quality of life improvements and much more.
Those who haven’t played Destiny 2 in a while however will have quite a bit to catch up on. Fortunately (and in a rather rare move for the game), Bungie announced that Destiny 2 is getting an ‘open access’ period – writing:
“Starting July 8 and until July 22, all currently available Destiny 2 Expansions will be available for free on all supported platforms Additionally, all three currently available Episodes will also be free for all supported platforms until July 15.”
Of course, the base Destiny 2 is a free-to-play experience, however many of the game’s best aspects are locked behind its expansions/episodes.
As such, if you’ve been away from Destiny for a while, now might be the best time to check back in and see whether the new content is for you or not.
KitGuru says: What do you think of Open Access periods? Are Destiny 2’s expansions too expensive? Do you have high hopes for Edge of Fate? Let us know down below.
The post Destiny 2 announces Open Access trial featuring all expansions first appeared on KitGuru.Today we’re taking a detailed look at the OXS Thunder Pro+ — a Dolby Atmos 7.1.2-channel soundbar designed for desktop use. Featuring ten drivers, a detachable control dial, multiple connectivity options, and an optional wireless neck speaker for rear-channel audio, the Thunder Pro+ aims to deliver immersive sound without the need for a traditional multi-speaker setup – Can it surround us with enough sound to match it’s premium price tag?
Timestamps:
00:00 Start
00:48 Pricing / Design
02:25 Lighting and Controls
03:28 Connectivity and Specifications
05:14 Satellite Neck Pillow Speker
05:42 Battery Life
06:08 Real World / Audio Testing
10:06 Software
11:19 Remote control
11:43 Closing Thoughts
Specifications
System Configuration – Dolby Atmos® 7.1.2
Drivers
EQ-Mode
Connectivity
Power (Soundbar)
Power (Neck Speaker)
Frequency – 75Hz – 20kHz
Sound Level – 96dB
Distortion – <1%
Battery (Neck Speaker)
Functionality
Dimension
Package Weight: 7.06 KG
What's in box (Soundbar)
What's in box (Soundbar)
You can buy the Thunder Pro+ Soundbar either on its own or as a bundle with the neck pillow – starting from £599.99 either directly from OXS Audio HERE or on Amazon UK HERE
Both are currently on offer for Amazon Prime Day 2025 – The full bundle is currently £549.99 and the standalone soundbar is £449.99
Pros:
Cons:
KitGuru says: The Thunder Pro+ and neck pillow combo has great surround sound and spatial audio performance but lacks a true low end bass. That being said, the level of immersion it adds to gaming is thoroughly impressive and brings games and movies to life.
With the release of the most recent version of its DLSS plugin for Unreal Engine, Nvidia has full support for DLSS 4 in Unreal Engine 5.6. With the help of this updated SDK, developers can more easily incorporate Nvidia's state-of-the-art AI-powered upscaling and frame generation technologies into games and apps created using the game engine from Epic Games.
As of right now, this plugin works with Unreal Engine versions 5.2 through 5.6; official support for earlier versions is no longer offered. This release comes after Unreal Engine 5.6 made its debut last month, and the first DLSS UE5 plugin was released in February. Recall that Unreal Engine 5.6 was used for The Witcher 4 tech demo, demonstrating the engine's new version capabilities. Comparisons between the Paris Tech demo built with UE 5.2 and 5.6 have also been made, where we can see notable FPS (average and low) improvement.
A wide range of features are supported by the DLSS plugin, such as Deep Learning Anti-Aliasing (DLAA), Ray Reconstruction, Super Resolution, Multi-Frame Generation, Transformer upscaling model, and standard Frame Generation. With the help of the plugin, developers can now easily incorporate these DLSS features into their Unreal Engine projects. It is important to note that the GPU architecture of the player will determine whether or not each particular DLSS feature is available.
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KitGuru says: Most games in development using Unreal Engine 5.6 are likely still a long way from release. Still, given Nvidia already launched this plugin, there's a good chance they'll come out supporting DLSS 4 at launch.
The post Unreal Engine 5.6 gets DLSS 4 plugin first appeared on KitGuru.Even though Hades 2 has not yet reached its full 1.0 release, it has maintained an impressive early access run on PC. With more than 61,000 Steam reviews, the game has been in early access for more than a year, and even its early versions have received praise for their polish and depth of content for a game that is still in development. With the eagerly anticipated 1.0 launch ever closer, one can only imagine where this journey will end.
On June 17th, Supergiant Games released “The Unseen Update”, their third significant early access patch. With the addition of a new “Vow of Rivals” that not only made Guardian battles more intense but also urged players to change up their tactics for every encounter, this update mainly addressed combat changes. The latest patch, Patch 10, expands on this by making a few minor adjustments to already-existing items and abilities and fine-tuning the Vow of Rivals encounters. Additionally, Supergiant has stated that no new locations or plot points will be added before the v1.0 release, as the game's actual conclusion is being postponed until the full release.
According to the developer, Patch 10 is “likely to be our final patch before our v1.0 launch”. The sentiment implies that the end of early access is approaching, even though they followed this with a cautious “whenever that will be!” This is undoubtedly exciting for console gamers or those who would have instead waited for the game to be finished.
Xbox and PlayStation users, however, will have to be a little more patient. Hades 2's precise 1.0 release date is still unknown, but Supergiant has made it clear that the game will first be available on PC, the Nintendo Switch, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Fans have previously received assurances from the developer that the game is optimised to run smoothly on both Nintendo platforms at a steady 60 FPS.
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KitGuru says: Have you tried Hades 2 already or are you waiting for the final 1.0 patch?
The post The next Hades 2 patch could be the last before full release first appeared on KitGuru.Arctic has officially released its new P Pro Series of fans and on top of that, the company is also equipping its Liquid Freezer III AIO cooler with the new fans, which offer high static pressure and airflow, making them ideal for those seeking to lower temperatures. The P12 Pro, P12 Pro A-RGB, and P12 Pro PST are the first 120mm models to hit the market, with more to come in the next few weeks.
A carefully redesigned fan blade structure is at the heart of this new series. Arctic has used automated manufacturing processes to get very low tolerances, which means that there is only a small gap between the impeller and the fan frame. This level of precision engineering leads to higher static pressure and a significant boost in airflow efficiency, making sure that these fans can move air well even in very tight spaces. A high-precision balancing procedure, an optimised bearing, and a longer impeller shaft all work together to keep vibration to a minimum and keep the P12 Pro running “quietly” at speeds of 600–3000 RPM.
A new controller-motor combination not only lowers the noise that motors naturally make but also smartly makes up for any speed drops that might happen when obstacles like dense radiator fins make it harder to move. There are also built-in safety features that effectively reduce inrush current peaks and prevent damage from reverse polarity.
Below is a list of all fan variants of the P Pro series:
The P12 Pro fans (black) are available now, and for a limited time, Arctic is offering an automatic webshop discount of up to 52%. The P12 Pro costs a reasonable €7.99 (the original price was €16.49), and the P12 Pro PST 5-pack costs €27.49 (the original price was €39.49). The P12 Pro A-RGB is available for €11.99 (original price: €19.99) for those who want something extra. As mentioned, additional models from the P12 Pro and P14 Pro Series are expected to be released in the coming weeks.
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KitGuru says: On the market for some new fans for your PC? Maybe consider getting the new P12 Pro and taking advantage of these significant discounts.
The post Arctic unveils new Premium high air-resistance case fans first appeared on KitGuru.Call of Duty: WWII officially came to Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass earlier this week. However, the PC version has had to swiftly be pulled offline due to a newly discovered security issue.
It seems that Call of Duty: WWII has been hiding a bug that enables Remote Code Execution. One player found themselves targeted mid-game, forcing the game to close and a text file to open informing the player that their PC had been remotely accessed.
I JUST GOT HACKED PLAYING WW2! EVERYONE DO NOT PLAY WW2 ON GAMEPASS! @Xbox @XboxSupport @Activision @charlieINTEL @CODUpdates @FaZeScope @Mobbing pic.twitter.com/I5pehK1kHK
— Wrioh (@wrioh75753) July 3, 2025
Activision has so far only acknowledged that it had to pull the game offline to fix ‘an issue', with no mention of the serious security implications this bug could have on customers. With that said, Insider Gaming reports that the bug may have been around for years already, which would indicate that this has been a long-standing problem.
Nobody wants a videogame to double up as a backdoor into their PC. It is good that the game was pulled offline once the alarm was raised, but there is no telling how long it will remain offline for. Back when an RCE bug was discovered in the Dark Souls trilogy on PC, all three games had to be pulled offline for months while it was fixed. However, Microsoft has a bit more experience in the cyber security department, so things may move a bit quicker for Call of Duty: WWII.
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KitGuru Says: If you had Call of Duty: WWII installed, consider uninstalling it. If you've played the game online recently, you should run a system scan to check for any rogue files.
The post Call of Duty: WWII pulled offline due to RCE security flaw first appeared on KitGuru.Needless to say, this has been an awful week for Xbox, with thousands of developers being let go, several high-profile game cancellations and even a few studio closures. As Microsoft purpotedly began cancelling funding for third-party game projects, some fans became worried about the status of Kojima's upcoming Xbox game, OD.
OD was announced a couple of years ago at The Game Awards. It was going to be the first time that Kojima had produced an Xbox exclusive, but given Microsoft's recent pivot to multi-platform releases, it is now no longer certain that OD will be exclusive to Xbox platforms.
Kojima Productions has been busy with Death Stranding 2, so progress on OD has been slow and we've heard no news since the game's initial teaser. However, it is far from a ‘dead' project. As reported by Windows Central, Kojima Productions' deal with Microsoft for OD was not affected by the recent cuts at Xbox.
There is still no word on when the game might come out, but we would expect it to be a few years away at least.
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KitGuru Says: OD is anticipated to be Kojima's return to survival horror. After we all missed out on Kojima's version of Silent Hill, OD is going to have a lot of eyes on it.
The post Kojima’s Xbox game ‘OD’ unaffected by recent Microsoft cuts first appeared on KitGuru.Helldivers 2 launched last year as a PlayStation console exclusive, and as the PC version is also published by PlayStation, it was widely assumed that the game would never come to Xbox. That changed this week with a surprise announcement, but while Helldivers 2 will be on Xbox moving forward, it won't be coming to Game Pass.
Helldivers 2 for Xbox Series X/S consoles will be available starting on August 26th. However, the game will not be coming to Game Pass, now, or perhaps ever.
As reported by Videogamer, Arrowhead's Community Manager responded to fans asking about a Game Pass release in the official Helldivers 2 Discord server. To one fan, they wrote “definitely not” when asked if the game would be available through Game Pass, and later added that there are “no plans” to ever bring the game to Microsoft's subscription service.
Whether or not that stance changes in the future is anyone's guess. For its part, Microsoft does support Sony's competing PlayStation Plus subscription service with various games. Somewhere down the line, if it makes business sense for Sony to put the game on both services, I wouldn't rule it out.
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KitGuru Says: A whole new class of Helldivers are about to be recruited into the ranks, which is a great thing. I don't think we need to water down that fact by focusing on the game not being available as a Game Pass freebie.
The post Helldivers 2 won’t be coming to Game Pass first appeared on KitGuru.Anime Expo 2025 is taking place this weekend and CD Projekt Red did not disappoint with its panel. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is indeed returning, and Studio Trigger will be handling it once again.
Cyberpunk 2077 launched in December 2020 and quickly became critically panned for its major bugs and performance issues. The release of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners also coincided with a turning point for the video game. The incredible critical success of Edgerunners sent many back to Cyberpunk 2077 to re-experience the game after many patches, which then kickstarted the ‘Cyberpunk is good now' discussion in 2022.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 will feature 10 episodes. David Martinez will not return, but we will be exploring new stories in Night City, with a new set of characters.
Studio Trigger and CD Projekt Red say that Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 will tell a “raw, real chronicle of redemption and revenge” but beyond that, we don't know any other details. Currently, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 does not have a release date, but it will drop on Netflix when its ready, just like the first season.
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KitGuru Says: Cyberpunk: Edgerunners was so good that I think we all expected another season at some point. It is confirmed now, and there is a trailer, but it was only shown at Anime Expo, so we'll have to wait a while longer before we get our first look.
The post CD Projekt Red and Studio Trigger announce Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 first appeared on KitGuru.One of the more surprising casualties from last week's Xbox layoffs was Romero Games. Founded by DOOM creator, John Romero, the studio was not owned by Microsoft, nor had any public business ties to the company. However, it turns out that Romero Games was working on a new shooter, with the funding coming from Xbox. Now due to the cuts, Romero Games is feared to be closing down.
While Romero Games has not named Microsoft or Xbox in any of its official statements, the company did confirm this week that it had lost publisher funding for the new First-Person Shooter it was developing. As a result, the entire team is being let go and the game has been cancelled.
As reported by VGC, one anonymous Romero Games employee gave comment on the situation, saying: “Everyone is out of a job. We had meetings with the publisher the day before this happened, there was no mention of it”.
However, it is also claimed that the studio is “trying to find other ways of funding the project”, so there is a chance that this shooter could return from the dead. In the meantime, though, the studio can't retain its employees, so the studio would have to go through a period of rebuilding, even if it did find a new publisher to finance the game.
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KitGuru Says: Romero Games had remained as a small studio for years before obtaining funding for its current projects. Then when it finally grew to a full production-sized team, that funding was snatched away. If the UE5 shooter was far along enough, they may be able to convince another publisher to push the project over the finish line.
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The H9 Flow Plus is a larger version of the H6, as you might well expect, and retains the dual chamber design to hide your PSU and cabling. The design includes several…
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This week, Microsoft announced plans to let go of 9000 employees. Various studios within the Xbox unit were impacted, including Turn 10, which reportedly lost as much as half of its employees. Now, an ex employee has made the claim that Forza Motorsport has effectively been cancelled.
Former Turn 10 developer, Fred Russell, commented on the layoffs at his old studio. Through contacts, he says that “Turn 10 Studios has shuttered the Forza Motorsport space and the team is no more”. If true, it would mean that Microsoft has made the decision to axe Forza Motorsport, but to keep Turn 10 on as a support studio for Forza Horizon, which is primarily developed by Playground Games.
Since being acquired by Microsoft in 2018, Playground Games has grown into a multi-project studio and is now working on the Fable reboot, as well as future Forza Horizon games. Turn 10 was responsible for the Forza Motorsport games, which have slightly more limited appeal compared to Forza Horizon. While Forza Horizon is an open-world game with multiple types of races, Forza Motorsport focuses exclusively on track car racing.
The latest Forza Motorsport game released in 2023 after a couple of delays. While the game was a critical success, it is unclear if it was a commercial one. Given that Turn 10 is now reduced to support studio status, it seems likely that Forza Motorsport sales had fallen behind expectations.
KitGuru Says: Do you think we'll ever see Forza Motorsport return?
The post Xbox has reportedly downsized Turn 10 and cancelled Forza Motorsport first appeared on KitGuru.Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50 series has begun to register significant adoption in Steam's 2025 Hardware Survey. Despite only debuting in early 2025, with the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 launching on January 30th and mid-range options like the RTX 5070 and RTX 5060 following in February and May, respectively, these cards collectively account for a notable 3.69% of all surveyed systems.
Leading the charge among the new Blackwell GPUs in the Steam hardware survey results is the RTX 5070, which has already captured nearly 1% of the total market share. The RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 Ti follow closely behind. The survey data further reveals that even the more budget-oriented RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060, along with the flagship RTX 5090, have made an impact in a short span.
This rapid uptake suggests that gamers still prefer the Nvidia cards over AMD ones, as the results don't even mention a single Radeon RX 9000 series card. Absent from Steam's monthly poll is also Intel's Arc B-series GPUs. This suggests that their shipping numbers haven't yet reached the critical mass required to cross Valve's visibility threshold in the survey.
Despite the swift adoption of the RTX 50 series, the RTX 4060 Laptop GPU continues to hold its ground as the most popular GPU on Steam, maintaining a share of just under 5% of the installed base.
KitGuru says: Have you recently bought an Nvidia RTX 50 series GPU or a system equipped with one? What made you go for an Nvidia-based system instead of an AMD one?
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Ocypus has announced the debut of its Sigma Pro Series, a new line of high-performance liquid coolers. The flagship models in the Sigma Pro lineup feature a 3.5-inch IPS display and an innovative “floating pump” design, all built upon a large copper base.
Taking centre stage in Sigma Pro liquid coolers is a 3.5-inch square IPS screen boasting a 640×480 resolution and framed by an ultra-narrow bezel. This display is customisable, allowing users to monitor their system in real-time or display their favourite videos, personal photos, and animated GIFs. Available in black and white, the Sigma Pro will be available with 240mm and 360mm radiators.
The cooler's floating pump structure, accented by a bright silver frame, adds a sense of dimension and elegance to any PC build. Complementing this unique design, an ARGB light ring is subtly integrated into the side of the pump. Users can personalise this ARGB ring with a variety of adjustable lighting effects or synchronise it with their entire system's lighting for a unified and cohesive glow. Installation is designed for ease, with a magnetic mounting system allowing for quick attachment and simple rotation to ensure the display is aligned.
The Sigma Pro incorporates a ceramic pump bearing and a 0.1mm microchannel layout, working in tandem with a 3700mm² copper base to maximise heat transfer efficiency from the CPU. The included high-performance PWM fans, equipped with fluid dynamic bearings, promise long-term stability and powerful, consistent airflow.
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KitGuru says: If you were to get an Ocypus Sigma Pro liquid cooler, which model and colour option would you choose?
The post Ocypus unveils new Sigma Pro AIO liquid coolers first appeared on KitGuru.Cygames' action RPG, Granblue Fantasy: Relink, has achieved significant success since its release last year on PS4, PS5, and PC. After selling over one million copies in its first 11 days, the game has now surpassed two million units sold worldwide. This milestone is being celebrated with a 60% discount on both PC (Steam) and PlayStation versions for a limited time.
As a solo narrative, Relink immerses players in the journey of Gran, Djeeta, and Lyria as they confront the supporters of Avia. Following Lyria's abduction, players embark on a mission to rescue her, encountering foes like Id and Lilith. The game features a roster of beloved characters such as Katalina, Eugen, Rosetta, and Rackam, alongside additional playable characters like Narmaya, Cagliostro, and Vaseraga.
Cygames Osaka has consistently provided post-launch support for Relink. This included the introduction of new playable characters like Seofon, Tweyen, and Sandalphon, and the challenging Ultimate Showdown mission against Lucilius. While the major post-launch content for Relink appears to have concluded, the development team have expressed gratitude to fans for the game's tremendous reception.
If you're interested in buying Granblue Fantasy: Relink, you can do so with a 60% discount over at Steam and the PS Store until July 10th.
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KitGuru says: Have you tried Granblue Fantasy: Relink? What did you think of it?
The post Granblue Fantasy: Relink reaches 2 million sales first appeared on KitGuru.MindsEye has been in a rough state since launching a few weeks ago and it sounds like the studio behind it isn't in any better shape. Build a Rocket Boy founder, Leslie Benzies, has allegedly accused developers of sabotaging the game, and the studio may also face closure.
MindsEye launched just a few weeks ago on June 10th and was quickly panned for its day-one state. The game quickly became infamous for its technical issues, along with an underwhelming campaign. Build a Rocket Boy founder and former Rockstar producer, Leslie Benzies, has not taken the outcome well though.
As reported by IGN, sources within the studio claim that while addressing staff this week, Benzies made reference to “internal and external saboteurs”, who he blames for the state of MindsEye. In an email to staff, Benzies also claimed that jobs are in jeopardy due to low sales of the game.
MindsEye currently has a 38 overall critic score on Metacritic for its PC version, and an even lower 28 overall critic score for the PS5 version. Despite all the nonsense sprinkled in, Benzies' message to staff did also include a promise to rebuild and relaunch MindsEye, so perhaps in a year or so, we'll be having a different discussion about this game.
KitGuru Says: Needless to say, there is no evidence to suggest that ‘saboteurs' are the cause behind the rocky launch of MindsEye.
The post MindsEye creator blames ‘internal and external saboteurs’ for rocky launch first appeared on KitGuru.Capcom had another secret Resident Evil-related game announcement up its sleeve. Weeks on from the reveal of Resident Evil Requiem, Capcom has now announced Resident Evil Survival Unit, a new strategy game.
Resident Evil Survival Unit presents a new take on the horror franchise. Survival Unit is a strategy game, developed by Joycity and Aniplex, in collaboration with Capcom and Kingdom Hearts co-creator, Shinji Hashimoto.
Resident Evil Survival Unit has only been teased for now, but a full reveal is happening next week, on July 10th at 11PM BST. At this point in time, the game has only been announced for mobile devices. Occasionally we do see mobile games also coming to PC and consoles but it is too early to say whether or not this game will get a release on non-mobile devices.
KitGuru Says: Survival Horror and Strategy are two genres that rarely mix, so it will be interesting to see what this game has in store for us.
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Since leaving id Software and DOOM behind, John Romero has been operating his own independent studio in Ireland. Over the last couple of years, Romero Games has been working on a new first-person shooter, but now the studio is closing after losing funding from its unnamed publisher.
In a statement this week, Brenda Romero confirmed that the studio has lost its funding, saying: “last night, we learned that our publisher has canceled funding for our game along with several other unannounced projects at other studios. This was a strategic decision made at a high level within the publisher, well above our visibility or control. We deeply wish there had been something, anything we could have done to prevent this outcome.”
As reported by VGC, a Romero Games employee made the claim that the entire studio has been let go following this news. The studio employed around 75 people, all working on a new FPS game in Unreal Engine 5. While Romero Games did not name the publisher that pulled funding, it doesn't take much to piece together a likely culprit – Microsoft.
This week, Microsoft announced plans to layoff 9000 employees across various divisions. The Xbox division was hit hard by this, with multiple studios closing and several games being cancelled. including a new MMO from Zenimax Online studios, Everwild from Rare Studios and Perfect Dark from The Initiative. This unannounced FPS from Romero Games appears to be amongst the casualties.
Romero Games is now “evaluating next steps” and has not confirmed the number of layoffs resulting from this cancelled game.
KitGuru Says: For years, Microsoft's messaging was that it wanted to support smaller studios in an effort to get more creative titles for Game Pass. Since acquiring Activision Blizzard, they appear to have done a 180 and are now all in on feeding the AAA machine, leaving smaller teams by the wayside.
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