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Xbox reminded players that disliking a game doesn’t automatically make it bad, a stance that arrives as Mixtape on Game Pass sparks debate over its unconventional design. While some outlets gave it top marks (including Insider Gaming's 10/10), others criticize its structure and accessibility, illustrating gaming’s subjectivity. The piece also notes that personal favorites can divide opinion and invites readers to share titles they love that others hate.
A Playtest report around April 30, 2026 claims Ubisoft’s multiplayer Assassin’s Creed Invictus—led by For Honor developers and pitched as a Fall Guys-style knockout experience—has turned out “really f***ing awful.” Sources say the project, in development for years and currently hit by several delays, could be delayed or cancelled despite an end-of-year release target. Insider Gaming corroborates the claim of a rough state, noting the game has potential but is not meeting expectations; Invictus is among Ubisoft’s broader slate that includes other projects like Emerald and Hexe.
Insider Gaming reports that Ubisoft is considering remaking the original Assassin’s Creed (AC1) as the next title in its remake drive; there’s no official confirmation yet. The move follows Guillemot’s 2024 hint that several remakes are in the works. If true, AC1 would modernize the classic Altair-era game while reportedly excluding DLC and multiplayer.
An Insider Gaming report says Valve is close to finalizing Steam Machine pricing, potentially ending the release-date uncertainty caused by memory shortages; the piece notes a leaked Steam Controller MSRP and signals an imminent hardware announcement, with internal debates over pricing amid DDR5 RAM/storage costs and 8GB VRAM considerations for a premium 4K/60fps living-room PC launch in 2026.
Insider Gaming reports Ubisoft is developing at least one more Assassin's Creed remake besides the Black Flag Resynced project; the specific title isn’t disclosed and nothing is confirmed, and the plan could depend on Black Flag Resynced’s performance. This aligns with prior leaks of multiple AC remakes planned over six years. The Black Flag Resynced reveal is scheduled for April 23, 2026, while Ubisoft has been updating other AC games to 60 FPS on PS5, fueling fan speculation about which titles could be next.
Insider Gaming reports that Matt Ryan is returning to voice Edward Kenway in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, with the remake featuring new dialogue and mocap while reportedly excluding DLC and multiplayer, per leaked Ubisoft presentations.
A leaked Ubisoft presentation reportedly describes Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced as a solo, character-driven remake that will not pursue RPG elements, with a July 9, 2026 release date; Ubisoft has not commented, and the rumor aligns with Ubisoft’s recent move to trim RPG features in the series.
A listing for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced appeared on Ubisoft's launcher, featuring Edward Kenway in a new outfit and promoting a Day 1 remake via Ubisoft+ Premium; the listing was removed, fueling speculation that a remake is in development, though no official reveal date has been announced. Rating leaks suggest new content, and Ubisoft's restructuring has raised questions, but insiders say the project remains active.
An Xbox Games Showcase is reportedly planned for Thursday, April 16, to unveil Metro 2039, the rumored fourth Metro game. Leaks describe an open-world Metro experience spanning tunnels and overworld with Hunter returning, though Insider Gaming hasn’t independently confirmed these details. Sony’s State of Play timing remains unconfirmed, and Insider Gaming says it will cover either show live.
Insider Gaming reports that Eidos Montreal cancelled Wildlands, a 7+ year open-world action-adventure project codenamed P11 that reportedly cost hundreds of millions and changed engines multiple times; the game was near completion with a planned release this year, but Embracer shelved it along with other projects (including a Deus Ex title), following internal budget concerns and layoffs.
Insider Gaming reports whispers that Warhorse Studios (developers of Kingdom Come: Deliverance) are working on a new The Lord of the Rings open-world RPG, with around $100 million in UAE funding and a codename linked to ‘Revenge Studios’; a Polish industry veteran claimed on a podcast that Warhorse is the studio, but there is no official confirmation and the story remains speculative.
A credible rumor suggests Sony will host a PlayStation State of Play in February 2026, with chatter centering on the week of February 12 according to NateTheHate on X and a note from Jeff Grubb, though no official confirmation exists yet. The speculative event could reveal or discuss first-party titles like Marvel’s Wolverine, Marathon, and Saros, with additional speculation about a God of War title; the piece also mentions Undisputed as PlayStation Plus’ headlining free games and a Forza Horizon 6 PS5 release window.
Ubisoft has announced that the next public play test for XDefiant will run from April 19-21, available for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Players can preload now and earn various rewards, including weapon skins and XP boosts. The test will help prepare for the game's launch, with a tentative target of summer 2024.
XDefiant is preparing for a Server Test Session on April 19, following reports of a toxic work culture. The test may extend beyond the initially announced 12-hour period if internal testing goes well. The game is tentatively targeting a summer release date, with the Play Test Session available for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. However, given the game's turbulent development, plans are subject to change.
Call of Duty: Black Ops Gulf War is set to be featured at the Xbox Showcase in June, with plans for a traditional reveal outside of Warzone prior to the event. The game, developed by Raven Software with multiplayer and zombies handled by Treyarch Games, is expected to have a deep dive into its campaign during the showcase, with more details on multiplayer and zombies to follow in August. Additionally, Xbox is preparing to announce its back catalog of games following the acquisition of Activision Blizzard, hinting at more Call of Duty-related announcements in June.