Gamerant.com News, Tips, Tricks, Ideas

Hi-Fi Rush fans are currently leaving tons of positive reviews on the game's Steam page, marking another community-driven instance of reverse-review bombing. The occurrence follows parent company Xbox's decision to shutter Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks.

Wes Ball, the director of the upcoming Legend of Zelda movie, recently gave fans a promising sign that the project is in good hands by affirming his love for the franchise. The blockbuster success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie last summer opened the floodgates of speculation about other major Nintendo properties being adapted to the big screen, with The Legend of Zelda being the most likely candidate due to both its status as the Big N’s second most-famous franchise and the vast amount of story material to draw from.

A fan artist recently gave the Demon Slayer character Inosuke Hashibara a Pokemon team in their newest art piece. Pokemon and Demon Slayer are very popular Japanese franchises, and it’s always exciting for fans to see the community coming up with these crossovers.

A spin-off of Persona 5 that was originally planned for release only in China could be getting a global release at some point in the future. The game, titled Persona 5: The Phantom X, is currently only available in mainland China, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau.

Bethesda has confirmed that a new Fallout 4 update is coming on Monday, May 13. After a long wait, Bethesda finally released the big Fallout 4 next-gen update last month. The update brought native versions of Fallout 4 to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X consoles while making some sweeping changes to the game. These changes included improved graphics and performance, as well as some Creation Club content.

A credible Sega insider has revealed some promising information regarding the future of the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise and how it's intended to be handled going forward. After years of somewhat divisive installments in the iconic video game series, this news is likely to excite many Sonic the Hedgehog fans who have been longing for further, more tangible investments in the franchise from Sega.

In advance of the typical weekend activity, Bungie confirms that Trials of Osiris is going on hiatus for a second straight weekend due to the arrival of a new Destiny 2 Crucible playlist. After promising major changes to come to the Crucible activity early in the year, the Destiny 2 PvP Strike Team has made good on that, as multiple updates have arrived in the months and weeks since the announcement. New game modes have been developed, changes to certain mechanics like special ammo have arrived, and the team have even made end game activities like Trials of Osiris more rewarding to try and entice players to check the mode out.

The Strong National Museum of Play has announced its annual inductees into the World Video Game Hall of Fame, inducting iconic titles likeResident Evil, Myst, SimCity, Asteroids, and Ultima. This year’s inductees were selected on a range of criteria that judged their influence, geographical reach, longevity, and icon status, of which Resident Evil certainly could not be denied.

The Dungeons of HinterbergSteam playtest has gone live ahead of the game's summer 2024 debut. Aside from Steam, this picturesque title will also be coming to the Xbox Series X/S, in addition to being a day-one Xbox Game Pass release.

While Thanos inflicted mass devastation in Avengers: Infinity War by erasing half of the world's population, one actor fromX-Men '97 believes his character could have stopped such destruction.

The God of War Ragnarok PC port announcement is imminent, a reliable leaker has said. Their information indicates that God of War Ragnarok could mark an unprecedentedly short gap between the release of a first-party Sony game and its PC port.

Addressing Microsoft's recent call to close down four of its first-party studios, including Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks, Xbox President Sarah Bond talked about the motive behind it. Other companies that Xbox recently dissolved are Redfall developer Arkane Austin, Alpha Dog Games, and Roundhouse Studios.

The official social media accounts of the hit soccer anime, BLUE LOCK, announced on Monday that the second season is coming this Fall, with an official premiere date set for October 2024.

The box office triumph of both 2018's Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and 2023'sSpider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse was yet another win for Marvel. Now, the studio appears to be eyeing another potentially significant project, this time focusing on Spider-Gwen.

There is a likelihood that Honkai: Star Rail will soon add one of the following planets: Patrevia, Edo Star, Lushaka, or Melustanin. Honkai: Star Rail features several beautiful planets, such as Penacony, Herta Space Station, Jarilo-IV, and The Xianzhou Lufou, that Trailblazers must explore to progress through the game's story. Each planet boasts a unique culture, leaving players in awe of its design. These superhabitable regions host NPCs and playable characters that have a crucial role in the story.

A Stardew Valley fan recently shared an impressive 3D-printed recreation of Jojamart with the community. This creation caught the attention of fellow Stardew Valley fans, who praised its attention to detail and creativity.

The Rogue Prince of Persia has been delayed, but its Early Access release will still be in May. According to The Rogue Prince of Persia developers, the delay was to avoid competing with the surprise release of Hades 2.

Xbox president Sarah Bond has confirmed that the company will continue to launch its first-party games, including Activision titles like Call of Duty, on Game Pass. This news comes in the midst of a period of uncertainty over the subscription service, as recent reports claimed that Microsoft was internally debating whether new Call of Duty titles should be launched on Xbox Game Pass.

Pokemon GO players are encountering a bizarre glitch that causes the iconic Zamazenta to photobomb them. This legendary Pokemon is causing issues for players attempting to snap a photo in Pokemon GO, with a wild Zamazenta showing up in their pictures and collection even if they have not added it to their Pokedex.

Microsoft is officially entering the mobile gaming store scene this summer. With the acquisition of Activision-Blizzard-King formalized, the legal precedent of Epic vs. Apple settled, and the European Union disrupting the digital market, Microsoft and Xbox believe the time is right to vie for a piece of the market.

A new Honkai: Star Rail leak has revealed the complete kit for the upcoming five-star character Jade. HoYoverse keeps expanding the game's playable roster with each new update, introducing at least two new characters. The ongoing Version 2.2 has already introduced a new five-star character named Robin, who is part of the first banner phase.

Roblox and Netflix have announced that the two companies are collaborating on a new digital amusement park experience called Netflix Nextworld. Roblox and Netflix have teamed up multiple times in the past, with the streaming platform having created its own group and world to promote various shows. Some of the shows Netflix has promoted include the likes of Sonic Prime, Stranger Things, and more through special events.

A gamer was hit with a serious case of nostalgia after rediscovering their oldest gaming achievement award, dating back to 1983. The gaming achievement is bringing back fond memories for some gamers, while younger gamers are marveling about the way Activision celebrated gaming achievements long ago.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet brought a lot of new Pokemon into the franchise, but players are now debating which ones are the most forgettable. Pokemon Scarlet and Violet have introduced 114 new monsters to the Pokedex, including the ones in the base game and monsters added through DLC, but they weren't all created equal in players' minds.

Microsoft has rolled out an update to its Microsoft Rewards program that looks to help users earn more Microsoft points. While it began hitting Rewards dashboards back in March, more Microsoft Rewards users should see the new support measure showing up for them.

NBA star Luka Doncic has made headlines, not for his skills on the basketball court, but for his remarkable achievement of reaching the top 500 in Overwatch 2. Created by Blizzard Entertainment, Overwatch 2 is a captivating team-based shooter known for its diverse range of characters and dynamic gameplay. Building upon Overwatch's success, the sequel introduces new heroes, maps, and game modes while refining core mechanics. With its emphasis on teamwork and skillful play, Overwatch 2 continues to offer thrilling combat encounters and teamplay experiences.

A new Pokemon GO leak has been revealed, giving information about Pokemon GO Fest 2024 and the debut of three shiny Pokemon. Pokemon GO players unite yearly for the most anticipated event in Niantic's game calendar, the Pokemon GO Fest. With global and in-person activities in different cities, GO Fest is a Pokemon GO celebration that always brings surprises for trainers.

Faerin Lothar, a new character from World of Warcraft: The War Within, has a prosthetic limb in the form of a shield. This awesome new World of Warcraft character will accompany players in the Hallowfall region in The War Within, where her unique fighting style will literally help save the day.

A talented Pokemon fan has made four new evolutions for Charcadet, sharing the designs online. With the release of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, Pokemon fans saw the return of many Pokemon from other generations. Meanwhile, the Gen 9 games introduced 103 new critters with different abilities and stories to expand the already immense Pokemon universe.

Helldivers 2 director Johan Pilestedt agrees with fans that game balance updates have occasionally gone too far. Helldivers 2 is one of Sony's most popular games right now, and the new Polar Patriots Warbond is out. Because of the game's popularity and recent negative reception to updates, Arrowhead Game Studios' responses to feedback and PlayStation's approach to PC gaming fans have been the topic of frequent discussion.

A Pokemon fan and artist has designed an impressive Gigantamax form for Shuckle. As one of the biggest media franchises in the world, it's really no surprise that Pokemon has inspired near-endless fan art. The franchise's most popular Pokemon are often featured in such art. There is a ton of art featuring Pikachu, Charizard, Mewtwo, and the franchise's other heavy hitters, though some artists make it a point to include underrepresented Pokemon in their pieces as well.

Tekken 8 players with Nvidia GPUs are experiencing crashes in the game. The problem appears to be happening to players regardless of whether they have Tekken 8 mods in place.

A Fallout 4 player recently shared a funny video in which they try to fight the Swan armed solely with a Baseball Bat, only to be smashed in a single blow. Fallout 4 has many enemies, but few are as memorable as the Swan, a huge Supermutant that can squash incautious players easily.

Dragon Ball Z has one of the most undeniably energetic fanbases in the world. Now, in time for the annual celebration of May 9’s ‘Goku Day’, a new art collaboration brings the legendary Super Saiyan to a prominent place in the home pantry.

A Pokemon fan has shared their concept of what Crustle could look like if it got a Mega Evolution. With the unique concept coming back in the next mainline Pokemon game, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, it's on the mind of many fans.

Dungeons and Dragons just confirmed an updated SRD featuring the new rules from the 2024 core rulebooks is coming shortly after the revision is complete. Fans can expect SRD 5.2 to arrive shortly after the revised Dungeons and Dragons Monster Manual releases in February 2025.

Fallout 4 allows players to construct elaborate settlements with a noteworthy level of automation, and one fan used this feature to build an impressive ammo factory for their pistol. While melee builds are possible in Fallout 4, especially if one can get their hands on an Instigating Super Sledge, most players tend to opt for ranged weapons during their first playthrough. As a result, ammo becomes one of the most valuable pieces of loot that the Sole Survivor can come across in the Commonwealth, especially if they don't have access to the Contraptions Workshop DLC.

Countless people are flooding Apple's social media accounts criticizing the announcement video for the newest iPad Pro. From the looks of it, the promotional video, which puts the spotlight on the sleekness of Apple's forthcoming tablet, isn't sitting right with its audience.

Critical Role just announced Beacon, its new membership and streaming service that includes exclusive bonus content, early access to shows, and other premium perks. Run by Critical Role directly, this new service does not replace existing options like Twitch or YouTube, but is a different platform through which fans can support the company and its Dungeons and Dragons actual play shows.

A Pokemon fan has animated a rare Porygon-Z card with an impressive result to show for it. The base design is already well-liked, so many Pokemon fans seem delighted to see an animated version of it.

Asus has officially provided new details on the ROG Ally X, the successor to its popular handheld gaming PC. The updated Asus handheld is more akin to a revision than an outright ROG Ally 2, and focuses on addressing feedback and improving the overall user experience over the current model.

With the Fallout franchise's recent surge in popularity following the premiere of its very own TV series, one creative fan of the Pokemon franchise has devised their own new form for Klinklang that takes inspiration from the Vault door designs seen in the Fallout games. Fans of the Pokemon games are constantly demonstrating their creativity through custom creature designs of their own, though this certainly isn't the first time fan artists have themed their Pokemon designs on other franchises.

Frontier Developments has announced that it is partnering with Universal Products and Experiences to develop Jurassic World Evolution 3, the next game in the dinosaur-themed zoo simulation series. Jurassic World Evolution 3 may be available for release as early as the summer of 2025.

Ghost of Tsushima's upcoming PC port has reportedly been delisted from some storefronts in several countries that aren't covered by PlayStation Network. The surprise move comes exactly one week before Ghost of Tsushima's long-awaited release on PC, which is slated for May 16.

A recent tease by Behaviour Interactive has lent credibility to a previous Dead by Daylight leak that claimed Castlevania's version of Dracula is a future Killer. Dead by Daylight has managed to stay successful for so long thanks to regular content updates that add new content to the asymmetrical multiplayer horror game. While all Dead by Daylight content updates are appreciated, the ones that generate the most buzz are those that add new Killers to the game.

According to some rumors about the next Nintendo console, the Switch successor could include RAM that puts it within range of the Xbox Series S while in Docked mode, but with a few differences between the systems. The same rumors also state that, while the Switch 2's specs remain unconfirmed by Nintendo, the system could use DLSS to bridge the gap between other current consoles.

Nintendo confirmed its forecast for consoles sold during the remainder of the fiscal year did not include Switch2 sales, suggesting its next console will launch later than fans had hoped. Since its ongoing development was leaked, fans have been desperately awaiting more news regarding the release date for the successor to the beloved Switch gaming console. Unfortunately, they might have to wait a little longer than previous rumors suggested.

Bethesda has shared a new developer preview of Fallout 76: Skyline Valley. With a runtime of nearly three and a half minutes, the new video has plenty of time to go over the biggest highlights of the upcoming Fallout 76 update.

A Pokemon GO player has recently discovered a glitch in which a wild Mewtwo “turns into a skater” by seemingly using a Falinks as a skateboard. While bugs are not a constant nuisance in Pokemon GO, most gamers who play for a while have encountered them at least a few times, and this one stands out due to being quite funny.

Razer has recently launched White Editions of several of its popular gaming peripherals, targeting gamers who prefer a sleek and minimalist aesthetic. The lineup includes peripherals from several popular Razer brands, including Razer Basilisk, Razer BlackWidow, Razer Huntsman, among others. Each of these products is designed to blend advanced functionality with an appealing visual design with a clean, white exterior.

Bungie confirms the various perks that are available with the upcoming exotic class item for Destiny 2's newest subclass inside of the Final Shape expansion. It's been a great few weeks for Destiny 2 players, as the lengthy Season of the Wish was infused with the immensely popular Into The Light update back in April. Not only did this give Destiny 2 players something new to chase with 12 returning weapons, but it added a wealth of new activities like the wave-defense Onslaught mode, returning exotic missions, as well as the end-game challenge known as Pantheon.

Darth Vader may be the most feared Sith Lord in the galaxy, but Fortnite players might have an easier time battling him after a new update. Fortnite recently celebrated Star Wars Day with a host of new content across all its different game modes, allowing fans to build iconic vehicles on a new Island in LEGO Fortnite, rock out to classic Star Wars tunes in Fortnite Festival, or tear up the tracks in cars themed after Darth Maul and Anakin Skywalker’s Podracer in Rocket Racing.

Indie developer Evil Raptor has teamed up with PLAION to reveal a first teaser trailer for the upcoming action-adventure shooter Akimbot, which has already received positive response among audiences for its likeness to Ratchet and Clank. Offering a colorful journey with two partnered heroes and gameplay akin to the beloved action-adventure video games synonymous with the PlayStation 2, this upcoming release is one fans of Ratchet and Clank and Jak and Daxter may want to take a closer look at.

The newly-released survival-horror game Crow Country, available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X, is getting great reviews from critics. Crow Country is a throwback to classic PlayStation 1 survival-horror games. Many indie titles have attempted to replicate old-school Resident Evil and Silent Hill survival-horror with mixed results, but Crow Country is certainly one of the best to take a crack at it to date.

Game Rant can exclusively reveal several new Transformers One figures from Hasbro. The newly announced figures will be released as part of three Hasbro multipacks in summer 2024.

As Dead by Daylightramps up celebrations for its ninth anniversary, the official Twitter account teases the next DLC chapter of the game. On May 14, the developers of the hit asymmetrical horror game plan to reveal more about the upcoming Dead by Daylight DLC in a livestream unveiling the roadmap for the upcoming content cycle.

Another Xbox Game Pass price hike may be coming in the foreseeable future, according to a new report. The same source also raises the possibility of some more bad news for Xbox Game Pass subscribers concerning Call of Duty.

Xbox Game Pass has added Little Kitty, Big City to its ever-expanding content catalog. This is the first day-one release to reach Microsoft's subscription service in May 2024, as well as the third overall addition to Xbox Game Pass since the turn of the month.

Overwatch 2's collab with Porsche, which will add a white Macan Turbo Electric skin for D.Va, is finally happening next week. The tenth season of Overwatch 2 introduced an interesting Mirrorwatch theme which sees some of the franchise's heroes and villains swap roles and abilities in a limited time mode. Additionally, the latest DPS hero, Venture, joined the roster, giving players the ability to burrow underground, become invincible, and set up surprise attacks on opposing players from below.

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League was a major financial flop for Warner Bros. Discovery, as revealed in a new report. Suicide Squad seemed very promising when it was first announced at the inaugural DC FanDome event back in 2020, with Batman: Arkham series developer Rocksteady returning to its acclaimed DC gaming universe for a new title centered around the rogue’s gallery of Task Force X. Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League would take the team of Harley Quinn, Deadshot, Captain Boomerang, and King Shark to Metropolis to battle the corrupted heroes of Earth.

Players have decided to attack Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer and his personal camp in Fallout 76. A new social media post went viral recently, revealing that longtime Microsoft executive Phil Spencer was hit by a nuke in Fallout 76.

It seems Redfall was gearing up to release a big update for May 2024 before Arkane Austin was suddenly shuttered by Xbox. Redfall got off to a very rough start when it first launched last year. The game released to overwhelmingly negative reviews and was quickly abandoned. Despite this, there were still plans to release Redfall DLC characters and updates to improve the experience.

In an otherwise challenging time for the industry, Dragon's Dogma 2 developer Capcom has announced recording the highest-ever game sales in company history. Besides Dragon's Dogma 2, the Japan-based firm launched another major hit, Street Fighter 6, during fiscal year 2024.

A release date trailer has confirmed that day one game Galacticare is coming to Xbox Game Pass on May 23. While multiple games have already been added to the Xbox Game Pass lineup in May, only one of them was a day one release.

The Epic Games Store has updated its list of free games for May 2024 while confirming that next week will see the long-awaited return of the platform's mystery game promotion. Typically, Epic Games Store free game updates not only give users a fresh batch of freebies to claim, but they also let fans know what they will be able to add to their digital libraries the following week. The exception to the rule is when the Epic Games Store runs its mystery game promotions.

The newly-released day one PlayStation Plus Extra game Animal Well is now one of the highest-rated video games of the year. Compared to competitor Xbox Game Pass, it's relatively rare for PlayStation Plus Extra to add day one games. However, there are indeed times when PlayStation Plus Extra subscribers are treated to brand-new, day one releases, with some fantastic games added as day one releases in the past.

Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks were reportedly in the process of pitching sequels to Dishonored and Hi-Fi Rush before Xbox’s sudden closure of their studios on Tuesday. This news comes after learning more details surrounding the shutdown of three ZeniMax Media subsidiary studios, Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks prominently among them.

Arrowhead Games Studio CEO and Helldivers 2 director Johan Pilestedt has confirmed that he is working on getting the game relisted on Steam in the certain regions it was recently removed from. This news comes after the controversy about requiring PC players to link PlayStation Network accounts to continue playing Helldivers 2.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3's most recent update is causing some major issues for players, leaving Ranked matches completely broken. The new May update was meant to solve a host of bugs and issues affecting multiplayer and shake things up in Modern Warfare 3's Zombies mode. However, players are now encountering serious issues while playing Modern Warfare 3's Ranked game mode.

Game Rant can exclusively reveal a new Disney Lorcana card, an alternate version of Ariel — Sonic Warrior. This Enchanted-grade character card is set to reach the Disney-licensed game in mid-May 2024.

Genshin Impact has officially revealed which four-star characters will appear in the second banner cycle for the ongoing Version 4.6. Every banner phase in Genshin Impact features a double banner that includes two five-star characters and three four-star units.

A new report claims Microsoft is internally considering bringing Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 to PlayStation 5. The company announced earlier in the year that it will launch four first-party games from its back catalog on competitor platforms PlayStation and Nintendo, leading many to wonder if it plans to port more titles. As it seems, Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 could be a future multiplatform Xbox release.

The much-loved game, The Legend of Zelda, is at last receiving its live-action adaptation. Recently, the movie's director stepped forward to address a crucial question concerning one of the game's central characters.

A Honkai: Star Rail leak showcased gameplay animations for Firefly, giving players an insight into her abilities. Honkai: Star Rail will introduce Firefly in version 2.3, which is set to be released in June. She will be part of an event warp that will last for three weeks. According to leaks, at least three rerun units will be available in her debut banner in the upcoming version.

A new Honkai: Star Rail leak has revealed the complete kit for the upcoming five-star Fire Destruction character, Firefly. She has already been confirmed to arrive in the upcoming Version 2.3 which, going by HoYoverse's usual update schedule, should drop around mid-June.

Ubisoft has announced an official release date of June 6, 2024 for the launch of its music learning service Rocksmith+ on PlayStation and new PC storefronts. Rocksmith+ was originally released by Ubisoft in 2022.

A slick new race car is the latest creation to come from fans of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Known for its simple to learn yet difficult to master crafting mechanic, Tears of the Kingdom encourages players to fit all sorts of items together to see what happens.

After starring in Black Panther and its sequel under the banner of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, one Hollywood star is ready to work with the competition, and they’re gunning for the biggest role that the DCU has to offer.

The United States government is being sued by TikTok. This course of action for the popular social media platform comes as the government is attempting to ban TikTok or force it to be sold, but the popular video-sharing app is trying to fight back.

Title