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Dragon Quest Day 2026 Promises Major Reveals, From DQ12 to DQ8 Talk
gaming15 hours ago

Dragon Quest Day 2026 Promises Major Reveals, From DQ12 to DQ8 Talk

Rumours suggest Dragon Quest Day 2026 (May 27) will feature multiple major reveals, including a potential reappearance of Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate and whispers of a Dragon Quest 8 remake/remaster. Eight unlisted videos on Square Enix’s Dragon Quest YouTube playlist have sparked speculation about trailers. A livestream is planned (likely prioritizing Japanese viewers), with Push Square promising coverage as details are announced. Nothing is confirmed yet.

Atari Secures Exclusive Wizardry IP, Plans Remasters and Franchise Expansion
business20 days ago

Atari Secures Exclusive Wizardry IP, Plans Remasters and Franchise Expansion

Atari announced it has acquired the complete and exclusive rights to the first five Wizardry games and related IP, with plans to remaster, re-release, and expand the franchise across merchandise, books, comics, and TV/film projects. Wizardry 6–8 are owned by Drecom and not included in the deal, and a 2024 remake by Digital Eclipse has helped revive interest in the original series.

Ecco Returns with a New Entry, but a Dreamcast Classic Is Absent
gaming1 month ago

Ecco Returns with a New Entry, but a Dreamcast Classic Is Absent

Sega announces Ecco the Dolphin: Complete Collection, built by original developers and featuring an entirely new entry, but it omits 2000’s Defender of the Future for Dreamcast, suggesting the lineup isn’t truly complete; the roundup also highlights Kojima visiting Xbox and other gaming news like a Final Fantasy VII board game and more.

Ecco the Dolphin: Complete Dives Back with Remasters and a Brand-New Adventure
gaming1 month ago

Ecco the Dolphin: Complete Dives Back with Remasters and a Brand-New Adventure

A&R Atelier has announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a collection that bundles every version of the first two Ecco games (from 8-bit to 16-bit) along with a modern, built-for-the-era new title. The package will feature built-in speedrunning, online leaderboards, achievements, and customizable courses. Platforms and a release date are not disclosed yet, and some titles like Ecco Jr. and Defender of the Future are not included; a Switch 1/2 release remains possible.

Iron Galaxy Teases Fallout 3 and New Vegas Remasters, Sparking Studio Speculation
gaming2 months ago

Iron Galaxy Teases Fallout 3 and New Vegas Remasters, Sparking Studio Speculation

A LinkedIn teaser from Iron Galaxy hints the studio is involved in Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas remasters (possibly with other teams). The remasters are described as Unreal Engine 5 upgrades that preserve original gameplay systems, while Bethesda is reportedly moving forward with Fallout 5. The projects are expected to release on Xbox platforms and could appear on Xbox Game Pass.

Sony shuts down Bluepoint, casting shadow over PlayStation's remaster legacy
gaming3 months ago

Sony shuts down Bluepoint, casting shadow over PlayStation's remaster legacy

Bluepoint Games, the Austin-based studio behind Demon's Souls and other PlayStation remasters, has reportedly been shut down after a Sony business review, with roughly 70 staff laid off. Sony had acquired Bluepoint in 2021; the studio was previously working on a live-service God of War project that was canceled in 2025, signaling a shift away from the remaster-focused strategy.

id Software Celebrates 35 Years with Teases for What’s Next in 2026
technology3 months ago

id Software Celebrates 35 Years with Teases for What’s Next in 2026

id Software is marking its 35th anniversary with a celebratory video and hints of ongoing plans for 2026, including possible discounts, behind-the-scenes content, and potential announcements. While a full new game reveal isn’t anticipated, there’s speculation about remasters or re-releases as the studio looks back on its DOOM history and continues development on its next project.

Fallout 3 / New Vegas Remasters: Still on the Horizon, Not a Sneak Drop
gaming4 months ago

Fallout 3 / New Vegas Remasters: Still on the Horizon, Not a Sneak Drop

Windows Central’s Jez Corden says Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas remasters are in development but not imminent; he’s heard a Fallout 3 remaster could land within the year with New Vegas following later, though neither is expected to shadow-drop. Steam activity around the titles appears tied to localization updates rather than imminent releases, and Bethesda remains focused on Starfield updates and Elder Scrolls VI, making timing uncertain despite ongoing interest in the franchise.

The Game Awards Overlook a Key Genre Category
gaming6 months ago

The Game Awards Overlook a Key Genre Category

The article discusses the lack of a dedicated puzzle category at The Game Awards, highlighting the popularity of puzzle games and their potential for recognition. It also covers topics like layoffs in the gaming industry, the revenue differences between remakes and remasters, and new game updates such as Path of Exile's latest patch and the co-op horror game Mimesis, which mimics players' voices.