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gaming3 days ago•42 min saved

EA's College Football 27 Draws Backlash for Pay-to-Progress in Single-Player Modes

Insider Gaming reports that EA added real-money microtransactions to College Football 27’s single-player Dynasty and Road to Glory modes, including a $100 upgrade to max out a Dynasty coach, and removed XP sliders that previously sped leveling; backlash from creators and players has grown under #CFBPlayDontPay, with EA not yet commenting as a dev blog is expected July 9. The move fits EA’s broader monetization push across its portfolio as the company contends with debt from a Saudi-led privatization deal.

via Insider Gaming|

#college-football-27 #ea #gaming

gaming11 days ago•0 min saved

Nintendo Reveals Splatoon Raiders, a Solo-Adventure Action Shooter

Nintendo announces Splatoon Raiders, a single-player-focused action shooter where players score enemies and hunt treasure; the presentation is viewable on Nintendo Today and via the Nintendo Direct Archive, with requirements including a Nintendo Account and a compatible smart device, plus potential data charges and country restrictions.

via nintendo.com|

#gaming #nintendo #nintendo-direct

gaming17 days ago•15 min saved

GTA 6 Sets $79.99 Standard, $99.99 Ultimate Editions Ahead of November Launch

Rockstar revealed GTA 6 pricing ahead of pre-orders: $79.99 for the standard edition and $99.99 for the Ultimate edition, described as a single-player experience at launch. Pre-orders begin June 25 across PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, Rockstar Games Store, and retailers, with digital pre-loading starting November 12 and physical editions available the same day to support pre-loading. The game launches November 19 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Digital pre-orders come with the Vintage Vice City Pack and a free GTA+ month. No multiplayer or online features were announced for launch in the initial pricing reveal.

via Variety|

#gaming #gta-6 #pre-orders

technology19 days ago•4 min saved

Kojima Teases Unseen Single-Player Horror With Safety Valve

Hideo Kojima describes his upcoming single-player horror game as 'something no one has ever seen before,' potentially coming to PS5 but published by Xbox Game Studios. He says it will be scarier than anything before, yet includes a system that lets players continue if it gets too frightening. Development is underway with no release date or confirmed platform, and publishers reportedly thought the concept sounded crazy.

via Push Square|

#adaptive-scare-system #horror #kojima

technology1 month ago•3 min saved

Ex-AAA Vets Reveal Crossfire-Inspired Solo Adventure From That's No Moon

That's No Moon, founded by ex-Naughty Dog and Infinity Ward veterans with $100M in funding from Smilegate, has announced its debut—an immersive, single-player action-adventure built around the Crossfire IP. The game emphasizes a dynamic Adaptive Cover system, real-time terrain use, and lethal, tactical combat set in the Atlas Mountains, following Layla on a survival mission with a wary ally. Published by Team K1, it’s listed as Coming Soon on Steam, with Epic Games Store, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S planned.

via Wccftech|

#adaptive-cover #crossfire #single-player

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Ex-Naughty Dog Veterans Reveal Story-Driven PS5 Shooter Crossfire

Crossfire is a PS5 third-person shooter from former Naughty Dog and Infinity Ward developers that promises a cinematic single‑player experience, pitting operators Layla and Cross against a shared threat; Claudia Doumit appears in the cast, and the trailer evokes Spec Ops: The Line vibes. There’s no release date yet and the footage is pre-alpha, so a launch window isn’t expected soon.

via Push Square|

#crossfire #naughty-dog #ps5

gaming1 month ago•55 min saved

Sony bets on premium single-player epics after live-service misfires

After a string of costly live-service stumbles, Sony’s State of Play pivots back to premium single-player games, opening with Marvel’s Wolverine and closing with God of War Laufey, while signaling a slate of narrative-driven titles and keeping a few live-service projects in the mix (e.g., Marathon Season 2).

via The Verge|

#gaming #god-of-war-laufey #playstation

business1 month ago•6 min saved

Sony locks its narrative PS5 games to PlayStation, dropping PC ports

Sony reportedly told staff that its narrative single-player PS5 games will remain PlayStation-exclusive with no PC ports, a shift Bloomberg cites to Hermen Hulst and company-wide communications. The move aims to boost PS5 sales and protect the PlayStation brand, potentially affecting titles like Marvel's Wolverine and Intergalactic: The Heretic Project, while some games (e.g., Scars of Kosmora) may still release on PC and multiplayer titles appear unaffected. An official public confirmation hasn’t been issued, with announcements expected at summer events.

via Eurogamer|

#business #marvels-wolverine #pc-exclusivity

industry1 month ago•6 min saved

Sony Ends PC Releases for Major Single-Player Games

Sony Interactive Entertainment chief Hermen Hulst confirmed at a company town hall that SIE will stop releasing its major single-player titles on PC, though some external publishing deals like Kena: Scars of Kosmora will remain PC-accessible; upcoming titles such as God of War Trilogy Remake are expected to stay console-exclusive, while online games like Marathon and MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls will still release on PC.

via Gematsu|

#exclusivity #industry #pc

gaming2 months ago•13 min saved

Square Enix weighs standalone FF14 adventure overseen by current team

During a press event, Final Fantasy XIV director Naoki Yoshida said Square Enix has considered making a standalone, single-player FF14 set in the same world—perhaps following different characters or a different time period—but cautioned that only the current FF14 team could realistically develop such a game and there’s no official plan or timeline. The article also notes ongoing discussions about bringing Final Fantasy XIV to Nintendo Switch 2 with assurances about frame rate.

via Nintendo Everything|

#final-fantasyxiv #gaming #single-player

gaming2 months ago•5 min saved

Splatoon Raiders Sets Sail on Switch 2 This July

Splatoon Raiders is a new single-player Splatoon title arriving July 23 on Nintendo Switch 2. Players take on the role of a mechanic exploring the Spirhalite Islands, customizing gear, and raiding for treasure while battling Salmonids. The campaign features the Deep Cut trio—Frye, Shiver, and Big Man—with one band member joining as a powerful bot. Up to four players can join online or locally, and pre-orders are live on Nintendo eShop, with new amiibo launching alongside the game.

via My Nintendo News|

#amiibo #gaming #nintendo-switch-2

technology2 months ago•1 min saved

Splatoon Raiders Lands on Switch 2 with July 23 Raid Adventure

Nintendo confirms Splatoon Raiders, a single-player spin-off for Nintendo Switch 2, arriving July 23. Players take a mechanic through the Spirhalite Islands with returning pals Frye, Shiver, and Big Man from Deep Cut, and can join up to three others online or locally. The game emphasizes customizable gear, gadgets, and ink-based combat against Salmonids as you raid for loot, and a new Amiibo line accompanies the release. Splatoon Raiders is the fourth main Splatoon title, with July also bringing Rhythm Heaven Groove-related news for Nintendo fans.

via Video Games Chronicle|

#amiibo #multiplayer #nintendo-switch-2

technology2 months ago•9 min saved

Splatoon Raiders Dives Into Switch 2 This Summer with a Solo Campaign

Nintendo confirms Splatoon Raiders for Switch 2, a single-player-focused entry arriving July 23, 2026 with a $49.99 digital price. You play as the Mechanic on the Spirhalite Islands, crafting weapons and battling familiar foes, with the Deep Cut trio (Frye, Shiver, Big Man) in fights. Up to three friends can join online or locally, and three new amiibo launch the same day as pre-orders begin.

via Nintendo Life|

#amiibo #nintendo #single-player

gaming2 months ago•5 min saved

Metro 2039 Emerges as a Darker, Ukraine‑Fueled Return to the Moscow Metro

4A Games and Deep Silver revealed Metro 2039, the fourth mainline Metro game, returning to a post‑apocalyptic Moscow metro now ruled by a fascist regime. Players take The Stranger, the series’ first fully voiced lead, in a darker single‑player story guided by handcrafted environments and “frozen stories.” Built on the 4A Engine with enhanced ray tracing, the game reflects the studio’s wartime experience in Ukraine and aims to tell a more consequential tale about war and tyranny, with a winter release planned.

via Xbox Wire|

#4a-games #gaming #metro-2039

gaming3 months ago•3 min saved

Road to Vostok Sparks Budget Security After Steam Debut

Road to Vostok, a solo Tarkov‑like survival shooter from a former Finnish Army officer, launched on Steam Early Access to strong momentum, quickly becoming a top seller in multiple regions and, the developer says, securing the game’s entire production budget for years to come. The game starts in Area 05 near Finland and Russia with permadeath in a high‑risk zone, and its roadmap promises more maps, traders, tasks, weapons, shelters, and mod support, aiming for a 2–4 year Early Access window. A Steam demo is available.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#budget-secured-for-years #gaming #road-to-vostok