https://gamerant.com The biggest video game news, rumors, previews, and info about the PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, & mobile titles you play. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 02:57:57 GMT en-US hourly 60 Two men reportedly stole The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom copies from an Amazon warehouse before the game’s launch a few weeks ago, resulting in their termination shortly after. The hype for Tears of the Kingdom is understandable for its various improvement, such as allowing Zelda gamers to create all sorts of crazy vehicles, but these men went too far to get early access to it.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 02:57:57 GMT https://gamerant.com/zelda-tears-kingdom-copies-stolen-before-release-amazon-fired/ One clever Minecraft player has started working on an intriguing concept that could improve villagers. While Mojang continues to update Minecraft over a decade after its release, passionate fans often take their own steps to help improve the experience by creating datapacks and mods to use in the game.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 02:01:38 GMT https://gamerant.com/minecraft-villagers-talking-bubbles-datapack/ Capcom has released a new video showcasing the Outfit 2 versions of all Street Fighter 6 characters. Some of these outfits include fresh designs for the newcomers, while others are nostalgic throwbacks to games such as Street Fighter 2, Street Fighter 3 - 3rd Strike, and more.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 01:48:17 GMT https://gamerant.com/street-fighter-6-characters-costumes-designs-outfit-2/ A Stardew Valley fan shares pictures of their custom Nintendo Switch arcade cabinet. The unique item wasn’t cheap, but the Stardew Valley cabinet is sure to make an impression on anyone who sees it.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 01:38:21 GMT https://gamerant.com/stardew-valley-custom-arcade-cabinets-design/ A fan of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has modded the classic game’s sky to make it look a little more like something out of a Studio Ghibli movie. Ocarina of Time is often considered one of the greatest video games ever made and is quite popular among modders and speedrunners who often break or modify the game in various ways to gain an advantage.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 01:31:36 GMT https://gamerant.com/zelda-ocarina-time-mod-changes-sky-studio-ghibli/ As June draws near, Blizzard pulled back the curtain on what World of Warcraft: Dragonflight players can earn this coming month at the Trading Post. Since its introduction in Patch 10.0.5, the Trading Post has given players a way to earn cosmetic rewards just by trying different aspects of World of Warcraft that the game has to offer.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:50:42 GMT https://gamerant.com/world-of-warcraft-june-trading-post-rewards/ A talented Pokemon fan reimagined Slowpoke Well and shared the impressive result with other fans. The Pokemon franchise doesn't just have critters that have become fan favorites, or famous characters like Brock and Misty. Over the years, Pokemon accumulated many landmarks, in some cases eternalizing moments in the franchise.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:39:52 GMT https://gamerant.com/pokemon-slowpoke-well-gold-silver-fan-art/ Stardew Valley is gearing up for its 1.6 update, and developer Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone has many fans excited as he has teased the upcoming content. The indie farming sim has earned a huge following, selling over 20 million copies by March 2022. Stardew Valley consistently ranks as one of the top games on Steam in terms of concurrent players, and this is quite the achievement, especially since it outranks heavy hitters like Skyrim and Elden Ring.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:03:52 GMT https://gamerant.com/stardew-valley-developer-concernedape-update-1-6-iridium-scythe-tease/ One clever The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom player discovered an easy way to create vehicles that defy the game's normal gravity. They promptly took to social media to share their discovery, having done so just as the fandom started suspecting that Tears of the Kingdom is lying about weapon damage.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 23:06:56 GMT https://gamerant.com/zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-low-gravity-vehicle/ Call of Duty: Warzone 2 could be getting a new map in season 4, according to trusted leakers. Call of Duty: Warzone 2 is the long-running FPS series’ foray into the free-to-play battle royale space popularized by games like PUBG and Fortnite.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 22:33:45 GMT https://gamerant.com/call-of-duty-warzone-2-new-map-season-4/ The Latest Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2 update brought several nerfs to a couple of fan-favorite rifles that will make them less viable in competitive settings. Call of Duty players have been busy with all the new content brought in this new season, and many players are still looking to unlock all the tiers in the latest Battle Pass, but what they did not account for was that two of the newest rifles got hit with more nerfs this time.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 22:19:51 GMT https://gamerant.com/call-of-duty-iso-hemlock-cronen-squall-nerf-may-31-update-patch-notes/ The Last of Us was renewed for a second season shortly after the first season premiere. While fans can rest assured that a second season will eventually come, it could be the last.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 22:15:19 GMT https://gamerant.com/the-last-of-us-season-3-plans-disappointing-news/ A multitude of classic Rockstar titles are available at discounted prices as part of a new sale on Xbox. The games are being offered as part of Xbox's Deals with Gold program which gives Xbox Live Gold subscribers a selection of discounted backwards-compatible titles to choose from each week.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 22:00:10 GMT https://gamerant.com/rockstar-titles-xbox-sale-gta-max-payne/ Popular Nintendo Switch emulator Yuzu is now available for download on select Android devices. Its mobile port appeared on the Google Play Store this Tuesday, arriving amid Nintendo's latest emulation crackdown that even saw it hit Valve with a DMCA takedown notice concerning the Dolphin emulator's Steam launch.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 21:38:21 GMT https://gamerant.com/nintendo-switch-emulator-yuzu-android-release/ Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon inches closer to its December 2023 release date. As a result, further announcements arrive, divulging details on the Netflix production before the official marketing campaign begins.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 21:07:10 GMT https://gamerant.com/zack-snyder-rebel-moon-theatrical-release-plan/ The action comedy movie Hidden Strike starring Jackie Chan and John Cena may finally be released after being stuck in post-production purgatory. The film was initially titled “Snafu” and green-lit after seeing the popularity and success of Chan-led action movies in China, such as Skiptrace, which earned $131 million in 2016, and Kung Fu Yoga, which earned $256 million in 2017.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 20:01:33 GMT https://gamerant.com/jackie-chan-john-cena-hidden-strike-trailer/ Wolfenstein 3 may be currently in development at MachineGames right now. A new job listing hinted that the publisher ZeniMax may be looking for people to work on a new title for the Wolfenstein franchise, which increases the chances that fans may get a sequel to the games, which has some of the best villains ever, soon.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 19:58:01 GMT https://gamerant.com/wolfenstein-3-job-listing-hint/ Ubisoft has announced that the upcoming Assassin's Creed Mirage will be available on its subscription service on day one alongside its PC and console releases. The announcement comes at a time when expectations for the franchise continue to grow, particularly after Ubisoft's recent Assassin's Creed gameplay trailer.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 19:47:09 GMT https://gamerant.com/assassins-creed-mirage-ubisoft-plus-day-one/ Those who have pre-purchased Diablo 4 can start preloading the game today. This is exciting news for those players who have been anticipating the game's launch since it was announced in 2019. Unfortunately for those who have kept the client from the Diablo 4 beta test, these files will not be used by the game proper as a way to speed up the installation. It is probably a good idea to delete those beta files (around 80 gigabytes) to free up some space while preloading ahead of early access.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 19:34:10 GMT https://gamerant.com/diablo-4-pc-pre-load-now-available/ With the launch of Final Fantasy 16 just around the corner, the developers revealed one of the biggest obstacles they had to overcome when tuning the game's performance mode feature. The developers also shared a glimpse at what they did to make performance mode work in Final Fantasy 16 while touching upon a few other topics in a new interview.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 19:14:19 GMT https://gamerant.com/final-fantasy-16s-performance-mode-had-one-major-obstacle-during-development/ The new survival action RPG Ecumene Aztec was just announced, and it will let gamers play as an Aztec warrior during the Spanish invasion of Central America in the 16th century. With gameplay that strongly resembles the original games of the Assassin’s Creed franchise, this seems to be an exciting new title for people looking for great stealth games.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 19:04:13 GMT https://gamerant.com/ecumene-aztec-survival-rpg-announcement/ A former BioWare writer says that BioWare tried using AI to generate in-game quests and dialogue, but the results lacked the soul of human-produced work. While artificial intelligence has been used in the past to procedurally generate in-game environments for titles like No Man’s Sky, in the past few years such technology has advanced to the point where developers are now considering its use for things like writing and voice-acting. For example, Nvidia recently announced a new AI program that can generate NPCs to speak with players in real time, and publishers like Ubisoft have expressed excitement at the possibilities of AI in the gaming industry.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 18:51:42 GMT https://gamerant.com/former-bioware-writer-ai-soulless-dialogue/ Some Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher series veterans left CD Projekt Red to form a new studio called Blank, having revealed their new venture on Wednesday. Their announcement arrived shortly after their former employer had to debunk yet another rumor claiming that it's being acquired by Sony.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 18:33:27 GMT https://gamerant.com/the-witcher-cyberpunk-2077-veterans-leave-cdpr-to-work-on-apocalyptic-game/ A new leak from Genshin Impact has revealed several buffs coming to its Genius Invokation TCG game mode with the Version 3.8 update, including five Character Cards. Since the release of the TCG for the HoYoverse RPG late last year, the developer has made frequent changes to the game mode throughout the following updates. Genius Invokation TCG has not only added a variety of new cards for players to add to their decks, but also made balance changes to pre-existing cards as well. Now, multiple Character Cards are set to receive buffs during the next update.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 18:19:15 GMT https://gamerant.com/genshin-impact-38-genius-invokation-tcg-buffs-leak/ The long-in-development shooter Six Days in Fallujah will come to Steam Early Access next month. The game was originally announced way back in 2009 before being shut down due to controversy raised regarding its adherence to the real-life conflict that it is based on. Six Days in Fallujah was then revived and given a 2021 release window, before being delayed yet again.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 18:11:30 GMT https://gamerant.com/six-days-in-fallujah-early-access-date/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a massive game filled with secrets, including one regarding its weapon damage stat. Combine that with the returning weapon durability, and fans who already felt alienated by Breath of the Wild's innovations might be in for even more of a curveball.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 17:21:15 GMT https://gamerant.com/zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-weapon-damage-numbers-lies/ An Elden Ring player used the game's character creator to make their character look like an eerily accurate version of a Na’vi from the Avatar film series. As with many FromSoftware games, Elden Ring has become an obsession for some gamers who replay the game several times for the joy of overcoming the challenging enemies and environments, but also to push various elements of the game’s design, like the character creator, to new heights that can inspire the rest of the community.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 17:06:23 GMT https://gamerant.com/elden-ring-navi-avatar-custom-character/ An unlucky Valheim player's large base disintegrated before their very eyes upon visiting it after applying an update to the popular survival sandbox. Valheim initially launched into early access on PC in 2021 to massive praise, selling five million copies during its first month live, and crossing ten million in mid-2022. Earlier this year the Coffee Stain Studios-published survival phenomenon made its way to Xbox consoles.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 16:54:19 GMT https://gamerant.com/valheim-update-player-base-destroyed/ Final Fantasy 14 is resuming its auto demolition for all housing plots on Data Centers that were exempt from the timer since February 2023. Housing in Final Fantasy 14 is a somewhat contentious topic in the community, as the number of available plots often falls below the needs of a server's population. The recent expansion of Wards across all Residential Districts has done much to alleviate the problem, but some players still remain subjected to the arbitrary mercy of the housing lottery in Final Fantasy 14.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 16:37:20 GMT https://gamerant.com/final-fantasy-14-housing-auto-demolition-return/ Sydney Sweeney talked about her role as Spider-Woman in Sony's Madame Web movie and what fans can expect from the film. Sweeney, known for her role as Cassie Howard in HBO's Euphoria, was announced as part of the film in March 2022. However, her role was not revealed until very recently.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 16:12:22 GMT https://gamerant.com/sydney-sweeney-madame-web-spiderwoman-role-confirmed/ A recent leak from Honkai: Star Rail is teasing several key pieces of information about an upcoming character, detailing the element and Path for the rumored Topaz. Star Rail has seen plenty of leaks and rumors about characters coming to the RPG throughout the first month since its release. Leaks close to the game's launch would detail the character roadmap through Version 1.3, teasing highly anticipated additions like Kafka and Silver Wolf coming to the game. Now, a new leak is hinting at a character players still don't know much about.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 16:10:51 GMT https://gamerant.com/honkai-star-rail-topaz-element-class-leak/ Players can finally transfer their Pokemon into Pokemon Scarlet and Violet via Pokemon Home now, and some fans have noticed that in-game auctions are now making certain rare items available depending on which Pokemon have been obtained in the game. Pokemon Home compatibility has been a long-awaited feature for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, and more than half a year after the games released, fans can finally bring their older Pokemon to the Paldea region.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 16:06:34 GMT https://gamerant.com/pokemon-scarlet-violet-auctions-rare-items-home-connectivity/ Avatar: The Last Airbender fans have much to be excited about, thanks to several new projects in development. But there's one aspect of the upcoming productions that might rub some people the wrong way. It looks like the voice actors from the original series may not return.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 15:38:39 GMT https://gamerant.com/avatar-the-last-airbender-animated-movie-new-voice-actors/ Sony has pulled back the curtain on the PS Plus free games for June 2023, formally known as the Essential tier, with NBA 2K23 headlining the month alongside Jurassic World Evolution 2 and Trek to Yomi. PS Plus subscribers will be able to claim these titles in native PS4 and PS5 versions.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 15:38:34 GMT https://gamerant.com/ps-plus-free-games-june-2023-list-nba/ Blizzard has revealed that the upcoming Pride event in Overwatch 2 will be blocked in certain countries in an attempt to protect players in less tolerant regions. The highly-anticipated release of Overwatch 2 last year has come with its fair share of controversy throughout the first nearly eight months of its life. Many fans have criticized the sequel for not bringing enough meaningful changes to its predecessor, in particular with its recent announcement about the shooter's PvE story campaign. Now, Blizzard has revealed it will limit its Pride Month festivities in certain regions.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 15:30:13 GMT https://gamerant.com/overwatch-2-pride-event-banned-some-countries/ There are five games being removed from Xbox Game Pass today. While it would be nice if the service would only add games and never remove them, it's a give and take of sorts where games will be added and then removed after a while. A handful of new games for Xbox Game Pass were announced recently, so the removal of a few should come as no surprise.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 15:20:12 GMT https://gamerant.com/xbox-game-pass-titles-leaving-may-31-2023/ Konami said it's open to remaking other Metal Gear games after wrapping up work on Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. This bit of insight into the company's plans for the future of the iconic franchise arrived days after Konami officially announced the long-rumored Metal Gear Solid 3 remake.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 14:45:22 GMT https://gamerant.com/more-metal-gear-remakes-after-delta-snake-eater-konami/ Contrary to expectations, Diablo 4 will not launch with a balance patch, meaning that the build from the server slam will roughly be the version of the game at release. Though players are sold on Diablo 4's gameplay, many were left with an impression that a few classes such as Druid and Necromancer needed some adjustments. Given that Diablo 4's open beta and server slam primarily dealt with low-level content in the Fractured Peaks, Blizzard recently reassured players that the classes were balanced for the endgame, noting that the Necromancer, in particular, was a force to be reckoned with.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 14:17:10 GMT https://gamerant.com/diablo-4-launch-balance-patch-day-one-no/ A talented Pokemon fan has just imagined what a hypothetical Mega form for Generation 2’s Meganium would look like. Mega Evolution was introduced to the long-running Pokemon franchise in 2013’s Pokemon X and Y, and grants certain creatures powerful new forms. Unlike standard evolution, Mega forms are temporary, but they allow the Pokemon in question to access incredible new abilities in the short time they are active. As such, Mega Evolution became quite popular among Pokemon fans, and it would pave the way for similar mechanics like Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s time-bending Paradox Pokemon.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 14:06:52 GMT https://gamerant.com/pokemon-mega-form-meganium/ The news of Metal Gear Solid Delta using its original voice actors may have been misleading. Konami's press release said the remake of Metal Gear Solid 3 will star the "original voice characters." A Twitter post also reiterated that in Delta the story and character voices will be unchanged, and it increasingly seems like this is meant literally.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 13:23:54 GMT https://gamerant.com/rumor-metal-gear-solid-delta-cast-original-audio-lines/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom players have discovered several new methods for cloning items in the hit Switch game. Their findings emerged online shortly after the Tears of the Kingdom 1.1.2 update patched one fan-favorite item duplication exploit.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 13:09:38 GMT https://gamerant.com/zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-duplication-glitches-return-post-update/ Konami has answered some of the gaming community's most burning questions regarding the development team behind the Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater remake. One of the answers addresses whether the famed creator of the series, Hideo Kojima, was involved in the production of the remake also known as Metal Gear Solid Delta.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 12:56:43 GMT https://gamerant.com/konami-details-metal-gear-solid-3-remake-teams-kojima-involvement/ Popular Twitch streamer Meowko, who originates from Japan and has amassed an impressive fanbase of over 350,000 followers, has recently been suspended from the platform due to allegations of violating one of Twitch's community guidelines. However, the reason behind this sudden Twitch ban has left both the streamer and her community perplexed, as the platform's decision appears to be based on an unusual and unexpected rationale.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 11:58:43 GMT https://gamerant.com/twitch-bans-meowko-profile-terms-of-service/ An artist has mixed Rayquaza from the Pokemon series with the Zonai from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Many players love to mix their favorite franchises together in various forms of art. Crossovers are common in video game artwork and show that many gamers possess a lot of imagination and talent.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 07:36:22 GMT https://gamerant.com/pokemon-tears-of-the-kingdom-crossover-zonai-rayquaza/ A new post on Xbox's official Twitter account shows a trail of glitter, accompanied by some nostalgic music, leading up to a monitor display of the Xbox Games Showcase and seemingly teasing Fable's presence there. As many know, Fable is one of Xbox's cornerstone IPs and a beloved fantasy RPG, but it hasn't seen a new game in over a decade.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 04:27:36 GMT https://gamerant.com/xbox-games-showcase-fable-tease-glitter-music/ League of Legends professional players in the LCS Players Association have voted to strike. The union, which is made up of professional players from the North American professional league for League of Legends, recently voted "overwhelmingly" to walk out. The choice was prompted by Riot Games' decision to remove a requirement that LCS organizations also operate NACL developmental league teams. The LCSPA states that this led to "as many as 70 players, coaches, and managers" being out of work less than a month ahead of the NACL's start.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 03:27:48 GMT https://gamerant.com/professional-league-of-legends-strike-lcs-delay/ The Pokemon Company has just revealed the latest additions to its Pokemon x Squishmallows merchandise range, this time adding a winking Pikachu and Gen 4 Water starter Piplup into the lineup. Fans of these specific pocket creatures who are looking to add more Pokemon plush toys to their personal collections will probably be very excited about the launch of the new Squishmallows.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 03:10:19 GMT https://gamerant.com/pokemon-winking-pikachu-piplup-squishmallows/ The Lord of the Rings: Gollum managed to enter UK’s boxed game sales figures from last week, which coincided with its release. Despite the fact that Gollum received negative reviews, it seems that a decent number of people decided to try the title after all.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 03:06:41 GMT https://gamerant.com/the-lord-of-the-rings-gollum-sales-chart/ With the arrival of Pokemon Home version 3.0, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet players can now take some more Pokemon from past games on their adventures through the Paldea region. While the list itself may be limited, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet players will see some new and old favorites on the list of eligible Pokemon that can be transferred.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 02:34:51 GMT https://gamerant.com/transferable-pokemon-from-pokemon-home-to-scarlet-and-violet/ A Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom player has found a way to make an efficient bike using some cook pots. With Tears of the Kingdom introducing the Ultrahand ability, gamers have found ways to create clever concoctions and inventions not just to solve the game's puzzles, but also to make traversing the world of Hyrule more efficient.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 02:29:01 GMT https://gamerant.com/zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-cook-pots-super-efficient-bike/ Physical copies of Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Collection will be restocked next month not by Square Enix but rather by an independent online retailer. Final Fantasy fans and retro gaming enthusiasts alike will be granted a second chance to add a physical copy of the bundle comprised of six classic JRPG games from the beloved franchise Final Fantasy to their collection.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 01:43:54 GMT https://gamerant.com/final-fantasy-pixel-remaster-physical-copies-restock-june/ One of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's industrious players has created their version of fireworks, constructed with fittingly explosive items found in-game. Now that Tears of the Kingdom has been available for a decent amount of time and players are completing the game's campaign, they're getting more creative. Many are starting to build things that they weren't sure were otherwise possible with Tears of the Kingdom's construction mechanics. Fireworks are just the latest creation Zelda players have come up with.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 00:59:39 GMT https://gamerant.com/zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-fireworks/ Japanese Pokemon Scarlet and Violet players have found an Easter egg they believe references Pokemon Sword and Shield's chronology. It may also be a direct nod to the character Sonia, who plays a key role in the earlier Nintendo Switch games. It's rare for Game Freak to acknowledge the chronology of events in the Pokemon franchise, instead preferring an ambiguity that allows for a more malleable timeline. Yet this Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Easter egg is very direct with its implications.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 00:23:23 GMT https://gamerant.com/pokemon-scarlet-violet-sonia-sword-shield-easter-egg/ The reviews for Diablo 4 are out, and though the game is set to be a critical success, many players feel the microtransactions of its in-game shop are overpriced for a premium title. With the embargo officially lifted, the Diablo community has a much clearer picture of what to expect in their latest journey in Sanctuary beyond the Fractured Peaks. The open beta and server slam for Diablo 4 have certainly enticed players from a gameplay standpoint, but a major point of contention among fans has been the way Blizzard developed Diablo 4's monetization.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 23:35:10 GMT https://gamerant.com/diablo-4-microtransaction-prices-players-unhappy/ The latest season of Destiny 2 has brought reworks to many weapons and armor, but a clip from one Titan player highlights how much more powerful the often-forgotten Stronghold exotic armor has become. As with any loot-driven game, there are pieces of gear that tend to dominate the meta, either due to the current sandbox or general design advantages, which players will favor over items that fit into a more specific usage or play style. Stronghold has been one such armor piece due to its synergy with swords, but thanks to the newest rework, it may become a more viable option for Titan players.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 22:32:48 GMT https://gamerant.com/destiny-stronghold-rework-titans-invincible/ Beloved actors Ewan McGregor and Mary Elizabeth Winstead are now both involved with Star Wars projects, and they've shown that their collaboration in life extends to the fun space wizard franchise.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 22:15:24 GMT https://gamerant.com/ewan-mcgregor-mary-elizabeth-winstead-star-wars-advice/ Blizzard has announced a new month-long Pride event for Overwatch 2 that comes with various cosmetics to celebrate the diverse cast of heroes found within the game and let players freely express their identity. The Overwatch 2 development team has stated that this event aims to allow players to celebrate their identity with unique cosmetics and some map changes that will be available starting on June 1.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 22:08:15 GMT https://gamerant.com/overwatch-2-cosmetics-map-changes-pride-month-event/ One The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom player was forced to re-evaluate their engineering skills after experiencing spectacular trebuchet failure. They subsequently took to social media to share their entertaining mishap, which gained online traction shortly after another viral Tears of the Kingdom clip demonstrated the importance of fire safety.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 21:35:37 GMT https://gamerant.com/zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-trebuchet-fail-video/ The Flash director Andy Muschietti revealed if he plans to replace Ezra Miller in a sequel should he be involved. Muschietti's response might surprise fans considering Miller's legal woes.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 20:52:44 GMT https://gamerant.com/the-flash-ezra-miller-recast-plans-andy-muschietti/ Following the ban of controversial Twitch streamer Natalia "Alinity" Mogollon for a violation of the site's guidelines, the streamer took to social media to condemn the ban and strongly hinted at leaving the Amazon-owned service for a competitor. Alinity's response to her second ban from Twitch came shortly after the hammer was dropped on her, and social media users responded to it with their takes.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 20:28:19 GMT https://gamerant.com/alinity-ban-leave-twitch/ Genshin Impact introduces various new features to its official Genius Invokation TCG online tool, allowing players to fine-tune and experiment with card decks. The version 3.7 update for Genshin Impact brought new Genius Invokation TCG cards that players may now preview by using an official tool and its newly launched features.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 20:15:30 GMT https://gamerant.com/genshin-impact-card-plaza-features-genius-invokation-tcg-tool/ The feud between Warner Bros. and Ray Fisher may be over, but that doesn’t mean the studio has to stop shading the actor who played Cyborg in Zack Snyder's Justice League.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 20:14:48 GMT https://gamerant.com/ray-fisher-cyborg-shade-warner-bros-max-promo/ The newly official confirmation that Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart is getting a PC port prompted PlayStation 5 mockery among some gamers, who took online to recall a prominent marketing campaign for the console that they feel has aged quite poorly. Sony announced the PC version of Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart earlier today, stating that the port is releasing July 26.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 20:07:00 GMT https://gamerant.com/ratchet-and-clank-pc-port-ps5-mockery/ A recent leak from Honkai: Star Rail has teased the appearance of a new character referred to as "Firefly," showing off the character's in-game model. Since its debut last month, the newest RPG from Genshin Impact developer HoYoverse has already seen multiple leaks related to its upcoming roster additions. Updates from beta tests and in-development characters have shown off more than 20 playable characters planned to join the game in future updates. Now, another new character's in-game appearance is being teased by leakers.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 19:51:07 GMT https://gamerant.com/honkai-star-rail-firefly-leak/ The first Street Fighter 6 reviews are out, and the game appears as one of the highest-rated releases of the year on Metacritic and Opencritic. Street Fighter 6 is the new entry in Capcom's iconic franchise and one of the most anticipated releases of the year.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 19:39:05 GMT https://gamerant.com/street-fighter-6-reviews/ A Nightmare on Elm Street's horror icon Robert Englund may have a surprising casting suggestion for future filmmakers looking to fill his blood-soaked, charred shoes as Freddy Krueger: Kevin Bacon.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 19:30:20 GMT https://gamerant.com/robert-englund-kevin-bacon-freddy-krueger-recast-pick/ Leaks from Honkai: Star Rail's Version 1.2 update have teased the gameplay of a new character expected to release in the following Version 1.3, the mysterious Imbibitor Lunae. The massively popular RPG from HoYoverse has seen plenty of excitement from fans following its debut late last month. The game amassed over 20 million downloads within just a day of its official launch and has seen similar success to its predecessor, Genshin Impact. Now, one of the game's initial starter characters is set to receive a new alternate version in a future update.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 19:24:22 GMT https://gamerant.com/honkai-star-rail-imbibitor-lunae-gameplay-leak/ Japanese game publisher Konami and developer Genvid has provided a glimpse into their upcoming episodic narrative set within the Silent Hill franchise. The trailer teased a chilling narrative adventure that looks to delve into complex issues such as intergenerational trauma, and it also put emphasis onto the fact that players will have a direct impact on the story playing out in Silent Hill: Ascension.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 19:18:49 GMT https://gamerant.com/silent-hill-ascension-new-monsters-release-window/ Roots of Pacha is back on Steam after being unavailable for around two weeks. The title originally garnered a very good reception on Steam, only to be delisted due to a dispute between its publisher and developer, which only recently ended.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 19:14:25 GMT https://gamerant.com/roots-of-pacha-steam-return/ A Pokemon fan with excellent artistic skills has recently imagined two Paradox forms for Meganium. Pokemon Scarlet and Violet is the latest entry in the Pokemon series, and it debuted the Paradox forms, which have been very popular with fan art, as fans tweak the original Pokemon giving it future and past forms.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 19:02:55 GMT https://gamerant.com/pokemon-fan-art-meganium-paradox-form/ The total number of distinct Pokemon species has exceeded 1,000 with Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, and one creative member of the game's community has redesigned some of the shiny versions of their favorite Pokemon from the Paldea region. Between the Paradox Pokemon and the plethora of regular new critters introduced in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, the latest games have delivered no shortage of awesome creature designs that have sparked creativity within the minds of artistic fans.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 18:43:46 GMT https://gamerant.com/pokemon-fan-art-paldean-shiny-versions/ Players might get to try out the upcoming Tekken 8 sooner than expected if a new leak is to be believed. 2023 looks to be a banner year for fighting game fans, as both Street Fighter 6 and Mortal Kombat 1 are set to launch over the next few months. Back in September, it was confirmed that a new Tekken game was in the works as well, with a pulse-pounding Tekken 8 trailer being shown off during a PlayStation State of Play livestream.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 18:21:14 GMT https://gamerant.com/tekken-8-playtst-steam-leak/ The creators behind God of War, Santa Monica Studio, recently posted a number of job listings seeking out new talent to help with the development of their new unannounced title. Santa Monica Studio, a first-party developer owned by Sony, is known for one of the best single-player games on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, God of War Ragnarok.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 18:01:50 GMT https://gamerant.com/santa-monica-studio-hiring-unannounced-title/ Vampire: The Masquerade - Swansong is now available on Steam following a prolonged period of Epic Games Store exclusivity. Its arrival on the world's largest PC gaming storefront comes shortly after both Steam and Epic unveiled their latest free game offers.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 17:42:27 GMT https://gamerant.com/vampire-the-masquerade-swansong-steam-release/ Sony has announced that the Japanese company will be bringing Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart to PC. The port is being handled by Nixxes Software in collaboration with Ratchet developer Insomniac Games. The game follows in the footsteps of other popular PC releases such as Horizon Zero Dawn and God of War.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 17:08:39 GMT https://gamerant.com/ratchet-and-clank-rift-apart-pc-reveal/ A new leak from Honkai: Star Rail shows off more than 20 upcoming characters planned for the game, detailing each member's element and Path. While the newest RPG from Genshin Impact developer HoYoverse debuted with more than 20 playable characters for the game's launch last month, the developer has not been shy about introducing more. The upcoming Version 1.1 update, scheduled for next week, is set to introduce three new characters to the game with Silver Wolf, Luocha, and Yukong. Now, a new leak has teased plenty more coming in the near future.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 16:53:37 GMT https://gamerant.com/honkai-star-rail-chart-20-upcoming-characters-leak/ The Nintendo Switch's firmware has been updated yet again. Unlike most updates, however, this one is rather unsubstantial, simply being a small change to the existing Version 16.0.3.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 16:33:45 GMT https://gamerant.com/nintendo-switch-version-1603-rebootless-update/ Fans of No Man's Sky are getting excited about another update to the game, with this one potentially bringing it to one of the few modern platforms that doesn't yet support the game. Hello Games founder and creator of No Man's Sky Sean Murray has once again posted a single emoji on his Twitter account, which veteran fans will recognize as a hint towards an imminent update for the procedurally generated space exploration game.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 16:20:15 GMT https://gamerant.com/no-mans-sky-update-mac-release-tease/ Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel has debuted the newest addition to the game's expansive Solo Mode stories, bringing with it two new exclusive cards as rewards. Since the digital platform for the massively popular trading card game launched early last year, Konami has frequently added new content giving players more ways to experience the game. New PvP modes like Casual Queue and Team Battle have provided players with more options to test their skills against online opponents. The game's Solo Mode has been a particular focus with plenty of new modes and stories.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 16:08:39 GMT https://gamerant.com/yu-gi-oh-master-duel-new-mode-exclusive-cards/ Clark Gregg's Phil Coulson hasn't been in the MCU for some time. However, It sounds like the multiverse could strike again shortly and facilitate his potential return.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 15:38:32 GMT https://gamerant.com/clark-gregg-phil-coulson-return-mcu-hint/ Sony is being investigated under market abuse allegations for its PlayStation store practices. After Xbox has been under the spotlight extensively for fear of potentially stifling competition due to the attempted acquisition of Activision Blizzard, it seems this time it's Sony's turn to be probed further.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 15:37:31 GMT https://gamerant.com/sony-antitrust-probe-playstation-market-abuse-allegations/ A total of four new games have been announced for Xbox Game Pass that will be added to the service in June. The subscription service that can be described as Netflix for games has in excess of 300 games, with something to offer for just about every gamer. New games are added and removed constantly. For example, Xbox Game Pass got two new games today while a handful are scheduled to leave the service on May 31.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 15:36:13 GMT https://gamerant.com/xbox-game-pass-june-2023-list/ Pokemon GO is headed to the ocean with its latest Water Festival: Beach Week event. The event includes a lot of sand and sea-themed Pokemon along with some exciting new additions to Pokemon GO.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 15:22:05 GMT https://gamerant.com/pokemon-go-water-week-event-details/ Activision Blizzard may already have another suitor in the event that its sale to Microsoft falls through, with some analysts believing Comcast would be open to acquiring the Call of Duty and World of Warcraft maker. This bit of industry speculation arrives shortly after Microsoft appealed the UK's rejection of its Activision Blizzard acquisition in an effort to save the $69 billion deal.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 15:13:34 GMT https://gamerant.com/activision-blizzard-another-suitor-microsoft-sale-fail/ Microsoft will remove six titles from its Xbox Game Pass library on June 15, meaning that subscribers only have a couple of weeks to try them out as part of the service. Xbox Game Pass has become a major draw for Microsoft's gaming division over the past few years, as it allows players to sample a vast assortment of games on Xbox consoles and PC for a small monthly fee. New games are added every month, with the latest Xbox Game Pass titles including indie gems Chicory: A Colorful Tale and Farworld Pioneers.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 15:06:12 GMT https://gamerant.com/xbox-game-pass-leaving-june-2023-list-maneater/ Xbox Game Pass Ultimate combines the benefits of a standard Game Pass subscription and Xbox Live, with a handful of added perks as well, and this results in Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers being able to claim Adios from June 1 - June 30 and The Vale: Shadow of the Crown from June 16-July 15. Once claimed, subscribers will be able to keep these Xbox Games with Gold titles at no additional charge.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 14:36:44 GMT https://gamerant.com/xbox-game-pass-ultimate-gold-gwg-june-2023/ A former BioWare developer provides a bit more development insight into Electronic Art's third-person shooter Anthem, and that its sequel could have been something potentially great. For a studio known for sprawling RPG franchises like Dragon Age and Mass Effect, many were surprised when EA and BioWare revealed the more action heavy shooter Anthem. Taking control of four distinct Iron Man style suits called Javelins, players entered a shared world that could be tackled solo or in groups.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 14:14:57 GMT https://gamerant.com/former-bioware-dev-ian-saterdalen-anthem-2-great/ The Shadow of the Erdtree expansion for Elden Ring will be the size of two DLCs, according to a recently emerged rumor. This claim surfaced online just as the fandom uncovered a new Elden Ring bug that breaks the game in a terrifying fashion.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 13:15:28 GMT https://gamerant.com/rumor-elden-ring-shadow-of-the-erdtree-size-two-dlcs/ Chicory: A Colorful Tale and Farworld Pioneers release on Xbox Game Pass today, May 30, and can be claimed by anyone with a PC and/or console subscription. These two new additions are the last for May, while 5 games are scheduled to leave Xbox Game Pass on May 31: Europa Universalis 4, Evil Genius 2, FIFA 21, Floppy Knights, and Lawn Mowing Simulator.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 12:29:36 GMT https://gamerant.com/xbox-game-pass-may-2023-chicory-farworld/ Activision has filed a new patent for an invention that seeks to use players' GPS coordinates to create new game worlds. According to the recently published patent by Activision, this would allow the company to procedurally generate aspects of a game world, such as puzzles and non-playable character behaviors, based on the players' location information.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 11:32:28 GMT https://gamerant.com/activision-player-gps-coordinates-generate-game-worlds/ The latest Pokemon Home update finally adds the long-awaited compatibility with the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet games. The wait times for Pokemon Home and Pokemon Bank compatibility continue to get longer with each new generation of the series.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 11:02:47 GMT https://gamerant.com/pokemon-home-update-3-0-0-scarlet-and-violet-compatibility/ Any Skyrim fans who like to sneak around the Tamriel province, breaking into buildings and stealing goods, will have a tough time of things with this recent mod that basically kills the Dragonborn whenever they try to be stealthy. While known for its open-world adventuring, The Elder Scrolls 5 is also a pretty lighthearted RPG, affording players the opportunity to lead a digital life and perhaps settle down as a farmer or become a mixer of potions.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 10:23:11 GMT https://gamerant.com/skyrim-mod-stealth-instant-death/ An upcoming game by Horizon: Zero Dawn developer Guerrilla Games aims to promote human connection by creating experiences that will urge gamers to play together and "form lasting friendships." Guerrilla Games is known for its Horizon and Killzone franchises, which focus more on single-player adventures.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 09:03:54 GMT https://gamerant.com/guerrilla-games-bring-players-together-to-form-lasting-friendships/ Cyberpunk 2077 fans who are looking forward to this year's Summer Game Fest will be pleased to know that CD Projekt Red, which has already been announced as a guest at the event, will be showing off the upcoming Phantom Liberty DLC. While the main game itself was considered one of the most disastrous launches in all of gaming, that idea is slowly becoming a distant memory. It's no secret that Cyberpunk began life with a sour reputation, but things are thankfully different these days.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 08:31:37 GMT https://gamerant.com/cyberpunk-2077-phantom-liberty-dlc-summer-game-fest/ Nintendo has given out a full list of changes coming to Splatoon 3 version 4.0, which will signal the start of the game's Sizzle season. Ever since its release last year, the game has been positively received, with Nintendo also giving it plenty of support. This includes regular updates and events, with each of them being separated by seasons. The first three seasons of Splatoon 3 were Drizzle, Chill, and Fresh, with a fourth one on its way very soon. This is known as the Sizzle Season, which is a reference to the Summer heat.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 04:43:11 GMT https://gamerant.com/splatoon-3-sizzle-season-4-0-patch-notes/ A new patent has been filled out that gives evidence on how Hasbro's NERF guns will be utilized as controllers for VR gaming systems. These toy blasters have been around since the early 90s, with Hasbro having produced them under several unique lines and iterations. It's still a relatively popular toy among young boys, with enthusiasts also modifying these guns to improve the performance or upgrading the darts that can be shot. In terms of video games, there have been a series of tie-in titles that revolve around the toys. This can be seen with titles like the first-person shooter NERF Legends, being released in 2021 on multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, and Xbox.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 02:49:52 GMT https://gamerant.com/nerf-guns-vr-controllers/ Another player of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has recently shown off some of the amazing tricks they can execute while using the game's Rocket Shield. The Rocket Shield is one of the new Tears of the Kingdom equipment that players can collect, and many may be looking for interesting ideas on how to use the defensive gear.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 02:25:38 GMT https://gamerant.com/zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-rocket-shield-tricks/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has taught one fan an important lesson about fire safety, in that even in the realm of video games, it needs to be taken seriously. As players have made their way through the latest Zelda game, Link's new abilities have been used to make all sorts of strange creations from unique, personal vehicles to even a machine that can teleport fans from the Depths to the Sky Islands.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 01:52:11 GMT https://gamerant.com/zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-fire-safety/ A skilled Pokemon fan art creator has recently come up with a new regional variant form for Incineroar, turning the giant feline Pokemon into a different creature with Fire/Ice-type. Fans are coming up with creative Pokemon fanart ever since the first game was out in the 90s, and this is one of the recent ones that was shared with the community.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 01:31:37 GMT https://gamerant.com/pokemon-regional-variant-incineroar/ Kratos has not typically been a character to charge into battle with a full suit of armor, but thanks to a new mod for 2018's God of War, players can do just that by turning the titular god into a Destiny 2 Titan. The mod follows the addition of new armor cosmetics to Destiny 2's Eververse shop for Season of the Deep, with the cosmetics taking direct influence from some of PlayStation's biggest and more recent exclusives. It is reflective of Sony's purchase of Bungie in 2022, and the mod looks to ensure the influence is felt both ways after the addition of the new Eververse items.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 01:11:09 GMT https://gamerant.com/god-of-war-mod-kratos-destiny-2-titan/