All articles tagged with #console release
Indie studio Namo Gamo, in partnership with Acclaim, releases Basketball Classics on Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and Switch for $9.99 (10% launch discount). The retro-style, five-on-five arcade title features over 175 teams and 1,000+ players, simple three-button gameplay, a Story Mode with secret teams, local multiplayer, and no microtransactions, following its PC Early Access and 2019 full release.
Riot Games accidentally leaked the release date for 2XKO Season 1 on consoles, set for January 20, 2026, along with the addition of Caitlyn as a new champion, marking the game's exit from early access and introducing cross-platform play.
Namco's 1995 arcade fighting game The Outfoxies, often compared to Super Smash Bros., is finally being released on consoles as part of the Arcade Archives range on December 18, 2025, after being a cult classic among fans.
Nearly 30 years after its arcade debut in 1996, Namco's tank-battling game Tokyo Wars is being released on modern consoles including PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox, via Hamster's Arcade Archives, featuring a new four-player split-screen mode on some platforms.
Rumors suggest PlayStation 6 may release in 2027, sparking frustration among gamers who feel the PS5 generation has lacked strong exclusive titles and incremental technological improvements, leading some to question the value of upgrading so soon.
Sony's Mark Cerny hinted at new graphics features for a future console in a few years, sparking speculation about the PS6's release around 2028, amid ongoing discussions about next-generation hardware and potential handheld devices.
An arcade game based on the Fast & Furious film series, originally released in 2022, will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Switch on October 24, featuring high-speed racing, car customization, and split-screen multiplayer, but will not be coming to PC.
Moon Studios has indicated that their upcoming action-RPG Soulslike, No Rest for the Wicked, will likely be released on PlayStation 5 first due to current market conditions, with Xbox support possibly coming later. The decision is influenced by the higher sales and market share of PS5 compared to Xbox, despite the studio's history with Xbox and the size of their team. The game will eventually be available on all platforms, but not simultaneously.
A mod was quickly created to revert censorship changes made to the game Ready or Not after developer VOID Interactive altered content to meet console regulations, sparking player backlash and controversy over censorship and game content.
Natsume announced Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home Special Edition for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC, set to launch in 2025, featuring new content like the Hoverbike 5000, new marriage candidates, and additional cutscenes, building on its mobile debut from 2024.
The article discusses the decline of E3 and the rise of Summer Game Fest as the primary industry event, highlighting the industry's shift towards independent and diverse projects, and covers recent news including layoffs at Playtonic, the cancellation of EA's Black Panther game, the return of Roll7's games to Steam, the launch of Playdate Season 2, and the upcoming release of Nintendo's Switch 2.
A new leak suggests that the Nintendo Switch 2 will be revealed between late January and early February 2025, with a major event in May and a release shortly after, possibly between late May and early June. The source, Nate the Hate, has a mixed track record, so the information should be taken with caution. Nintendo has not commented on these rumors, and the details remain fluid and subject to change.
Rumors suggest the Nintendo Switch 2 may launch between June and July next year, with games already in development for it. The console is expected to be priced between 400 and 500 Euros. Officially, Nintendo plans to continue with the current Switch until March 2025, making an earlier release unlikely, though an announcement could come this fiscal year.
Fantasian Neo Dimension, a remastered version of the mobile game Fantasian, is set to release on December 5 for various platforms including PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Developed by Hironobu Sakaguchi, the game offers a main story that takes 30-40 hours to complete, with additional content extending playtime to 80-90 hours for completionists. The game features new difficulty options and 4K support, enhancing its appeal to both new and returning players.
The gaming community is abuzz with speculation about the announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2, with some fans suggesting it might be revealed at The Game Awards. However, opinions are divided, as others believe Nintendo will opt for a more traditional announcement method, possibly early next year. Despite the debates, there is consensus that the console won't launch until well into the following year.