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Kingdom Hearts will celebrate 25 years next year, as the first game in the RPG series, which began life as a crossover between Disney and Final Fantasy, launched in 2002. Disney will mark the occasion a bit early with a "Deep Dive into Kingdom Hearts" panel during D23 this year. D23 is the official Disney fan club, and it celebrates with a convention called D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event every other year. This year is likely to feature our first official look at Avengers: Doomsday and other upcoming Disney movies, as well as confirmed retrospective panels on classics like Beauty […]

Agent 64: Spies Never Die is a retro-inspired homage to Nintendo 64 shooters, namely Rare’s classics GoldenEye 007 and Perfect Dark. First revealed as a prototype back in 2021, the shooter is finally launching on August 11.Developed by Replicant D6, Agent 64's story campaign stars secret agent John Walter, who must defeat his nemesis, Dominic Pulp, to save the world. Although the first-person shooting action and level design highly evoke GoldenEye and Perfect Dark, the action features modernized enemy AI. The 14-mission story campaign can also be played solo or alongside friends in 2-player local split-screen or 4-player online co-op. […]

Platform: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC Publisher: Fictions Developer: Game Freak Release: August 4, 2026 Rating: Teen “Growth” is what makes a good RPG, according to Kota Furushima, the Game Freak veteran directing the studio’s newest project: Beast of Reincarnation. That word is fitting considering the lush environments, plant-riddled animals, and a main character named Emma who can grow vines at will. Of course, Furushima isn’t necessarily talking about plants here, but it's all meant to be intertwined. “Growth from a game system perspective” but also “story… and how players connect with that,” Furushima says.  After playing 90 minutes of […]

The Legend of Zelda franchise has been soaring high for the vast majority of its lifespan, while the Star Fox franchise has struggled to gain traction over the course of multiple entries. These franchises exist in completely different spaces in terms of prestige and consistency. However, they do share a few similarities. Both are beloved franchises, and for many, both produced their greatest (or at the very least, defining) entry on the Nintendo 64. In 2011, both games received 3DS remasters, and this year, Nintendo surprised many by announcing remakes of both The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and […]

Developer Aerial Knight makes some interesting (and fun) games, so I'm always looking forward to what's next from the team. Today, I learned about Aerial Knight's MrFreezy, and it might take the record for the wildest puzzle-game pitch of all time, and I can't wait to check it out. Aerial Knight's MrFreezy's Steam page features the following, intriguing text: "Play as a woman who's an axe murderer, who kidnaps men, locks them in a basement, and decapitates them (in this light-hearted puzzle game." There are plenty of light-hearted puzzle games out there; there are plenty of games about serial killers, too, […]

Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II are coming to Switch 2 on October 1. The move coincides with the series 8th anniversary.Both games will be available separately, digitally and physically, as well as in a digital-only bundle.  Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II, first released in 2018 and 2023, respectively, feature improved frame rates and resolutions on Switch 2. Unfortunately, reading the fine print of the announcement trailer states that if you own the original Switch versions of these HD-2D RPGs, Square Enix is not offering an upgrade path for the Switch 2 editions. Furthermore, save data is not compatible between […]

The video game industry is experiencing what can politely be referred to as a rough patch. Last week, we learned of Sony's intention to abandon physical media, which is dispiriting, and this week, we learned leadership at Microsoft is in the process of laying off more than 3,000 developers at various studios. Stories surrounding this topic are, sadly, some of biggest stories of the week, which you can find links for below. But you will also find our review of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced and previews for upcoming games like Orbitals and The Blood of Dawnwalker. And then, after […]

Ahoy! It's the dawn of a new day on The Game Informer Show, and we've got a salty crew of sea-dogs ready to tackle the biggest news and games out right now. First up, the video boys Alex and Eric discuss their experiences seeing Summer Games Done Quick in person. And Wesley LeBlanc has a few opinions about The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, too, after finishing a fresh replay.Then, we dig into Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced with Wes and Charles Harte to determine whether this fresh take on a pirating classic is a treasure or not. Alex […]

Gunzilla Games is taking a sledgehammer to its technical barriers with the latest update for its cyberpunk battle royale, Off The Grid.For a game that thrives on fast-paced verticality and cybernetic chaos, performance isn't just a luxury, it's life or death. With the community demanding a smoother experience, Gunzilla has delivered a substantial optimization pass. According to the studio, lower-end PCs are seeing staggering leaps of up to 100 extra frames per second in tested scenarios. This allowed the developer to formally lower the game's minimum system requirements, opening the door to a much wider audience of players who previously […]

In 2012, Arkane Studios launched what would become its breakout hit, Dishonored. Billed as a modernized take on the immersive sims of old, the first-person action game had players control assassin Corvo Attano, who must prove his innocence after being framed for the murder of the empress he was sworn to protect. Sporting a mix of assassin weaponry and supernatural powers, players could infiltrate areas using a variety of methods and pathways. The game also boasted a striking "whalepunk" aesthetic that stood out from other titles at the time. Dishonored was well received at launch by players and critics alike, […]

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a massive role-playing game, and not all of its quandaries can be solved with words and fetched items. Sometimes, Coen will need to draw a blade, or even his vampiric claws.Combat, then, is an important part of The Blood of Dawnwalker, and Rebel Wolves didn't rest on its laurels. The team has crafted a directional approach, where sword swings and stabs must be read in real-time and blocked, parried, or dodged accordingly. It's tense, but adds a degree of immersion to the entire experience.In our latest cover story video, hear why Rebel Wolves chose this […]

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is finally out, and though it's a remake of the fourth numbered Assassin's Creed game (which is actually the sixth mainline entry), it's the perfect place to dive into this massive series. The same could have been said about the original Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, as it was a reset for the series after wrapping up the Desmond Miles storyline that ran through the first five games. But, because of changes made as part of this remake, like essentially removing all traces of the modern-day Assassin's Creed storyline and enhancing the historical pirate adventure […]

League of Legends' trading card game, Riftbound, is nearing the launch of its fourth official set, Vendetta. And true to its name, the set is embracing "enemy" color pairings; matching up both the color identities that are diametrically opposed, and corresponding Legends who love a good rivalry.For our reveal during this preview season, Game Informer gets to show off another Overnumbered card, and it's a doozy for those who love Arcane. Say hello to the Overnumbered variant for Ambessa's Legend, Matriarch of War. For those who need a refresher, Legends are the determining factor for the colors of your deck, […]

Octopath Traveler series developer Team Asano launched its HD-2D action RPG, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, last month on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Though many are enjoying the game, there is near-universal agreement that Faie, the companion fairy that accompanies Elliot on his adventure, talks way too much. A new update released today across all platforms lets you turn off Faie's voice completely, providing a fix for the game's most annoying feature. The Adventures of Elliot is, no doubt, aiming to be a Zelda-like adventure, and Faie can be seen as a stand-in […]

The US Federal Reserve has announced new task forces for advancing monetary policy. Led by chairman Kevin Warsh, the list of advisors for each task force includes Xbox CEO Asha Sharma."The Federal Reserve's commitment to price stability and maximum employment is unwavering. As is our resolve to pursue our mandate with rigor," writes Chairman Kevin Warsh in a press release. "The U.S. economy has changed significantly over the last generation, and never more so than right now. Each task force will carefully consider whether policymakers' means and methods, analytical tools and policy approaches can be improved upon. I am honored […]

Reviewed on: Xbox Series X/S Platform: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S Publisher: EA Sports Developer: EA Tiburon Release: July 9, 2026 Rating: Everyone Every college football player knows their third year defines their career trajectory. That’s why one of EA Sports College Football 27's (CFB27) cover athletes, Dante Moore, opted to return to Oregon rather than declare for the 2026 NFL Draft. The talented quarterback understood that another strong season would increase his already-impressive draft stock. Like Moore, CFB27 enters its junior year with high expectations. The previous two entries showcased bursts of potential, and EA Tiburon’s third effort brings […]

Obsidian Entertainment is developing a new Fallout game, according to a report by Bloomberg. The report also states that the studio has canceled several in-development projects, including a planned sequel to its 2025 RPG, Avowed.The ongoing layoffs across Xbox’s gaming division have reportedly impacted roughly 25% of Obsidian’s staff, including long-time art director Daniel Alpert. Bloomberg reports that, as part of Xbox’s new initiative to largely focus on its biggest existing franchises, Obsidian’s development pipeline has shifted toward developing a new Fallout game, with studio design director Josh Sawyer at the helm. Obsidian has worked in this universe before, having […]

Bithell Games, creators of games such as Volume, John Wick Hex, and Tron: Catalyst, has announced a new immersive sim called Vampirium:1997. The game takes place in an England ruled by Dracula, with players controlling an assassin tasked with eliminating threats to his vampiric empire. The minimalist point-and-click gameplay challenges players to infiltrate living areas to kill targets by whatever means they see fit. Vampirium: 1997 offers multiple methods for completing objectives, whether you prefer a stealthier approach that limits the body count or using weapons like a silver katana to massacre everyone in sight.The living environments are designed to compel […]

Reviewed on: PlayStation 5 Platform: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC Publisher: Ubisoft Developer: Ubisoft Release: July 9, 2026 Rating: Mature After well over a dozen mainline entries, Black Flag remains one of the most fondly remembered in the long canon of Assassin’s Creed entries. It’s little surprise that Ubisoft chose this installment for a robust reenvisioning. While not a fundamental remake of the original 2013 game, Resynced is also far more than the standard remaster some might expect, as it features expansive gameplay and narrative additions and tweaks, along with a complete visual overhaul. The result is an impressive […]

Marvel Rivals introduced its newest season, The Mystery of Thebes, in a livestream earlier today, which will add the new characters Jubilee and The Hood into the game. The cinematic trailer was followed by the routine dev vision video where creative director Guangguang and lead combat designer Zhiyong go over balance changes and new team-up abilities, but this update was anything but routine. In addition to overhauling the Team-Up system (more on that later), they've almost completely reworked Black Widow's mechanics. In a game where most heroes have generally similar power levels, Black Widow has consistently been the least powerful character […]