Dragon Age: The Veilguard Doesn't Need To Be Baldur's Gate 3, It Needs To Be Golden Era BioWare
RPGs have advanced significantly since the days of Mass Effect, but that doesn't mean the old magic is worthless today.
A New Adventure Time Movie and Spin-Off Shows Are in Development
Finn and Jake veterans Rebecca Sugar, Patrick McHale, and Adam Muto are all involved.
Doom: The Dark Ages’ Saw Shield Has Already Been Modded Into the Original Doom
No need to wait to protect and tear.
Gears of War: E-Day Needs to Rediscover The Series’ Summer Blockbuster Sense of Fun
The original trilogy captured the action-packed magic of '80s hits like Predator and Aliens. We need that back.
Doom: The Dark Ages Could Be the Series’ Boldest Reinvention Yet
Who'd have guessed the Doom Slayer's latest weapon would be a shield?
Who Is LEGO Horizon Adventures For?
PlayStation's family-friendly spin-off might struggle to land with both adult fans and kid newcomers.
Monster Hunter, Alan Wake, Metaphor: ReFantazio and More: What To Expect From Summer Game Fest 2024
From big hitters to indie darlings, here's our predictions for the busy summer showcase.
Microsoft Destroyed Arkane Austin but the Studio’s Soul Is Indestructible
The immersive sim legend has deep roots in Texas.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows: 50 Details You Need To Know
All the important information you need on Ubisoft's samurai and shinobi sim.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Inside Ubisoft’s Ambitious Open World Japan
An IGN exclusive on the new Splinter Cell-like stealth systems, dynamic weather, and gameplay-altering seasons.
When and Where Is Assassin’s Creed Shadows Set?
Get primed on the feudal Japan setting of Ubisoft's next historical open world.
Who Is Yasuke? Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ Black Samurai Explained
The African warrior in Ubisoft's new CGI trailer is one of history's most fascinating fighters.
111 Video Game Details in the Fallout TV Show
A megaton of easter eggs and lore-accurate props.
Dragon’s Dogma 2's World Has The Spirit of Skyrim
With its unpredictable emergent monster battles, Capcom's ambitious RPG echoes Tamriel's best moments.
Unreal Engine 5 Could Unlock a Bold New Future For Movie Animation
The Fortnite engine makes huge CGI films on an indie budget possible.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Fails Its Most Important Moment
A utterly brilliant remake of a classic... until it isn't.
7 Biggest Story Changes in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
The chance to remake destiny brings with it new characters, storylines, and events.
Helldivers 2's D&D-Inspired Meta War Is Exactly What We Need From a Live Service Game
Developer Arrowhead has made a galactic-scale RPG and everyone wants a seat at the table.
How No Rest for the Wicked's Gorgeous Art Direction Was Found - IGN First
For a second time, Moon Studios is aiming for a truly timeless visual style.
No Rest for the Wicked's Crunchy Combat is More Dark Souls Than Diablo - IGN First
Moon Studios aims to deliver a spam-less ARPG battle system.
In GTA 6, Florida Will Write The Jokes Itself
Rockstar recognises that truth is stranger than fiction, but how far will its reflection of reality go?
No Rest for the Wicked: Exclusive Boss Battle Gameplay - IGN First
Get your first look at Moon Studios' tense, tactical, and bloody combat system.
Final Fantasy 8 Director Would Change the Combat System in a Remake
A hypothetical reimagining would switch up the Junction system.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: The Final Preview
Hands-on with chocobos, mini-games, and a reborn open world.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Will Tell You How Much Your Crush Likes You
Take the stress out of romance with an emoji.
Vincent and Cid Will Not Appear in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth’s Combat Encounters
No Hyper Jump or Death Gigas for us just yet...
Duncan Jones’ Rogue Trooper Movie Cast Announced, Including Hayley Atwell, Sean Bean, and Matt Berry
The 2000 AD classic is being animated in Unreal Engine 5.
The Best Character of 2023
IGN's pick of the best heroes, performances, and arcs across movies, TV, and games.
The Best Horror Game of 2023
IGN's pick of the spookiest, most spine-chilling games of the year.
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99 Details From the GTA 6 Trailer
If you're having Vice City problems, I feel bad for you son...
How Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora's Ikran Flight Quest Was Made - Concept to Controller
From concept to controller.
Future Avatar Movies Could Feature Elements Created for Ubisoft’s Frontiers of Pandora Game
Ubisoft's game is completely canon and thus fully compatible with the Avatar movies.
25 Years On, Half-Life Still Feels Like It’s From the Future
Valve's original masterpiece remains a must-play.
Modern Warfare Is Still the King of Call of Duty Campaigns
Infinity Ward's original modern-day shooter remains its best.
Why Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Needed To Be First-Person
You cant see yourself, but you'll see Pandora better than ever.
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How No Russian Became Call of Duty’s Most Memorable Mission - Art of the Level
The making of Infinity Ward's controversial terrorist attack.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage Looks Backwards When It Should Leap Forward
It's the old formula, not a return to form.
Sam Lake Explains The Alan Wake Story So Far - IGN First
Not played the first game? No problem!
Alan Wake 2: Building The Remedy Connected Universe - IGN First
Linking Bright Falls, Control, and (sort of) Max Payne together.
Alan Wake 2: Creating The Dual Protagonist Experience - IGN First
The differences between playing as Alan and Saga explained.
Alan Wake 2: Exclusive Hands-On Preview - IGN First
Remedy's radical sequel looks brave enough to conquer the shadows of survival horror.
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IGN UK Podcast 713: Starfield - Bethesda Strikes Back
More Starfield and Baldur's Gate 3, plus Armored Core 6 and Counter-Strike 2.
The Soulslikes of gamescom 2023 Show the Genre Has Grown Up
From Black Myth: Wukong to Lords of the Fallen, soulslikes are finally finding their own identity.
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin's Campaign Could Be a Modern Relic | gamescom 2023
Reforging the magic of cinematic single-player strategy.
STALKER 2 Recaptures the Tense and Awkward Soul of the Cult Series | gamescom 2023
This return to the Exclusion Zone is so familiar it almost feels like a remake.
Black Myth: Wukong’s Combat Feels As Good as It Looks | gamescom 2023
A fresh, energetic, and theatrical take on the action RPG.
Where Winds Meet Is a Huge RPG With Weird and Wild Ambitions | gamescom 2023
Want to summon a goat or scream at a bear? We've got the open world for you...
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 - The First Preview | gamescom 2023
Rip and tear in the 41st millennium.
How the PlayStation Changed Everything
Sony's journey from consumer tech to leader of the modern gaming revolution.
How All Ghillied Up Changed Call of Duty Forever - Art of the Level
The making of Infinity Ward's iconic sniper mission.
The Witcher Cast On Season 3's Biggest Reveals and The Future of the Show
Plus, fond memories Henry Cavill.
42 Times Final Fantasy 16 Is Just Game of Thrones
There's influences, and then there's influences.
How Ubisoft Is Bringing Prince of Persia Back as an Anime-Like Metroidvania
The developers behind The Lost Crown on how they reimagined the classic series for a new generation.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Hands-On Preview
The Ubisoft classic is reborn as a challenging 2D Metroidvania with heaps of style.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Has the Sands of Time Powers but You Can’t Use Them
Fight against what you once loved.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: 7 Major Details From the New Trailer
From the Highwind and chocobos to Tifa's mysterious fate.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, a 2D Metroidvania, Announced at Summer Game Fest
A whole new, non-remake game in the series.
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System Shock Remake Is an Essential History Lesson for BioShock’s Biggest Fans
Before Rapture there was Citadel Station...
Diablo 4’s Gothic Art Style Finally Reclaims the Series’ Identity
From horror comic book to gore-drenched terrors.
Realms of Ruin Announced, a New Warhammer RTS Set in the Age of Sigmar Universe
Could this be the Age of Sigmar answer to Dawn of War?
Assassin’s Creed Mirage – 5 Major Details From the New Gameplay Trailer
Get your stealth on.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's First Patch Fixes Broken Main Quest
The Closed Door is now open.
Xbox's Activision Blizzard Deal Approved by European Commission
Saying it "represents a significant improvement for cloud gaming".
From Tears of the Kingdom to Grand Theft Auto: How Open Worlds Set Us Free
The ultimate portal to another world is gaming's most liberating format.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Will Still Have ‘Real’ Stakes Despite Being Child-Friendly
"The kids think they're in Andor."
Forget Ad-Supported Streaming, This Company is Building an Ad-Supported TV
A television with a screen dedicated to adverts.
Xbox Did ‘A Better Job’ With Assisting Starfield Development Than Redfall
"I think we can engage earlier with our different studios."
One Piece Creator Says Netflix Series ‘Won’t Launch Until I’m Satisfied’
Netflix's One Piece is an entertaining adaptation that's hindered by a desire to recreate every major event found in its source material.
Phil Spencer Takes ‘Full Responsibility’ For Redfall's Poor Release
"The critical response was not what we wanted."
Reporters Are Using Counter-Strike To Deliver Ukraine War News to Russians
A Finnish paper is using the game to bypass Russian media restrictions.
New Xbox Games Showcase Announced for June With Dedicated Starfield Direct
Plus an Extended show later in the week.
Zack Snyder’s Twilight of the Gods Will Be Animated by Chip ’n’ Dale Studio
It will be animated "in the distinctive style that has characterised Zack’s work"
Ukraine's Army Has Found a Novel Use for the Steam Deck
This almost certainly wasn't part of Valve's original design document.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Has Perfected Lightsaber Combat
The long-awaited heir to Jedi Knight is finally here.
Tekken 8 Director Confirms Crossplay and Rollback Netcode
“Already installed it, and it already has what you want."
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Dreams Live Support Will End Later This Year
Media Molecule is shifting focus to a new project.
10 Years Later, BioShock Infinite Remains One of the Boldest AAA Shooters Ever Made
Irrational's final game is fantastic FPS living in the shadow of its greatest mistake.
Everywhere Developer Confirms It Will Not Use Blockchain or NFTs
The upcoming game creation platform doesn't need Web 3.0.
Everywhere: The Ex-GTA Dev’s Game Creator That May Be Too Late to the Party
An ambitious combination of game, social space, and creation tool that may be too much, too late.
Disco Elysium Update Adds Fan Art Creation Tool 'Collage Mode'
Create your own scenes with any and all in-game characters.
The Last of Us’ TV Success Is Testament to Naughty Dog’s 15 Years of Growth
From Nate's first adventure to Ellie's revenge plot, the studio's storytelling has come far.
Final Fantasy 16’s World Has Large Maps, But No Optional Dungeons
The largest zones will be around 2km x 2km.
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