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The first official Xbox handheld PC is the ROG Xbox Ally

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 6:08

NEWS THIS WEEKEvery big announcement from Xbox Games Showcase 2025Announcing the new ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X gaming handhelds SAG-AFTRA and Video Game Employers Reach Tentative Agreement on Interactive Media Contract; National Board to ReviewStellar Blade Has Already Outperformed Every Other PlayStation PC Port In Less Than 24 HoursRELEASE RADARGEX TRILOGY - 16 June 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchFBC: FIREBREAK - 17 June 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5TRON: CATALYST - 17 June 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, SwitchBATTLE TRAIN - 18 June 2025 - PC, SwitchREMATCH - 19 June 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5STAR OVERDRIVE - 19 June 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, SwitchPocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

FINAL FANTASY: TACTICS remake is officially announced after years of speculation

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 9:38

NEWS THIS WEEKSummer Game Fest 2025: All the news, trailers, and world premieresAll The Big Announcements From The 2025 Summer Game Fest ShowcaseSquare Enix surprise announced a Final Fantasy Tactics remaster'The will to resist is in your hands': Final Fantasy Tactics director makes statement on the political backdrop of the original and the 'inequality and division' that persists todayEvery big announcement from PlayStation's new State of PlayPhasmophobia Film Adaptation Being Developed by BlumhouseRELEASE RADARDUNE: AWAKENING - 10 June 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|SMINDSEYE - 10 June 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|SSTELLAR BLADE (PC) - 11 June 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5THE ALTERS - 13 June 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|SFIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S: SECRET OF THE MIMIC - 13 June 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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Upcoming BLACK PANTHER game and its studio are shut down for good

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 6:31

NEWS THIS WEEKEA Cancels Black Panther Game, Closes Cliffhanger GamesOlliOlli World and Rollerdrome are back on Steam after being delisted 4 months ago when 2K sold off Private DivisionRelease Date for Pokémon Legends: Z-A Revealed and Pokémon Presents Video Presentation AnnouncedPSA: You've only got a few hours left to log into MultiVersus if you want to play offline once it closesRELEASE RADARDELTARUNE CHAPTERS 3+4 - 4 June 2025 - PCMARIO KART WORLD - 5 June 2025 - Switch 2NINTENDO SWITCH WELCOME TOUR - 5 June 2025 - Switch 2CYBERPUNK 2077 - 5 June 2025 - Switch 2SPLIT FICTION - 5 June 2025 - Switch 2HOGWARTS LEGACY - 5 June 2025 - Switch 2STREET FIGHTER 6 - 5 June 2025 - Switch 2CIVILIZATION 7 - 5 June 2025 - Switch 2Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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Get ready tarnished, an ELDEN RING movie has been announced

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 7:41

NEWS THIS WEEKLive-Action Film Adaptation of ELDEN RING AnnouncedSAG-AFTRA Files Unfair Labor Practice Charge Over Darth Vader AI Voice in ‘Fortnite'Fortnite is finally back on US iPhonesAs Gamers Express Concern About Borderlands 4 Potentially Costing $80, Gearbox Chief Randy Pitchford Says: ‘If You're a Real Fan, You'll Find a Way to Make It Happen'PAX East Randy PitchfordRELEASE RADARTO A T - 28 May 2025 - PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PCGUILTY AS SOCK! - 29 May 2025 - PCRUNE FACTORY: GUARDIANS OF AZUMA - 30 May 2025 - Switch, PCDISNEY ILLUSION ISLAND - 30 May 2025 - PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PCELDEN RING: NIGHTREIGN - 30 May 2025 - PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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Bungie apologises after former artist plagiarise designs used in MARATHON

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 8:28

NEWS THIS WEEKBungie confirms that an artist's work was taken and used in Marathon without their permissionThis Will Be a Day Long Remembered: Speak with Darth Vader in FortniteImportant update regarding MARVEL 1943: Rise of HydraValve's SteamOS now has compatibility ratings for devices other than Steam DecksRELEASE RADARROADCRAFT- 20 May 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XFANTASY LIFE I: THE GIRL WHO STEALS TIME: 21 May 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchMONSTER TRAIN 2 - 21 May 2025 - PC, Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XBLADES OF FIRE - 22 May 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XTEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: TACTICAL TAKEDOWN - 22 May 2025 - PCPocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

FORTNITE is coming back to iPhone after Apple gets hit with injunction opening up the App Store

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 9:03

NEWS THIS WEEKSIFTER: We played the new Nintendo Switch 2 in Melbourne, here are our thoughtsDeath Stranding 2's Version Of Australia Is Bloody Great So FarXbox handheld leaks in new "Project Kennan" photos from the FCC — plus an ASUS ROG Ally 2 prototype with early specsGTA 6 Trailer Hit Almost A Half-Billion Views Right AwayEpic will use an EU account to bring Fortnite back to the US App StoreRELEASE RADARDOOM: THE DARK AGES - 15 May 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|SINTO THE RESTLESS RUINS - 15 May 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, SwitchROGUE WORLDS - 15 May 2025 - PCCAPCOM FIGHTING COLLECTION 2 - 16 May 2025 - PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, SwitchPocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

GRAND THEFT AUTO VI gets a release date… but it's next year

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 7:12

NEWS THIS WEEKGrand Theft Auto VI is Now Coming May 26, 2026Borderlands 4 release date moved up two weeksBorderlands 4 launching early has "literally 0%" to do with GTA 6's release date, Marathon or anything save "confidence", says Gearbox boss8BitDo no longer shipping to US from China due to Trump tariffsXbox Series X|S Consoles, Games And Accessories Just Got A Price Increase In AustraliaSwitch Users Are Getting Error Codes After Updating To Version 20.0.0‍RELEASE RADAREMPYREAL - 8 May 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|STHE MIDNIGHT WALK - 8 May 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5REVENGE OF THE SAVAGE PLANET - 8 May 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|SCASH CLEANER SIMULATOR - 9 May 2025 - PC‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

It's finally here, The ELDER SCROLLS IV OBLIVION REMASTERED has arrived and is playable now

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 8:07

NEWS THIS WEEKDevolver Digital reveals which IPs and platform have made the most money as it shares its future strategy19 years later, the Oblivion Remaster is hereFBC: Firebreak breaches containment with June release dateGame Boy clone maker Anbernic suspends all shipments to USRELEASE RADARBADLANDS CREW - 28 April 2025 - PCFORZA HORIZON 5 - 29 April 2025 - PlayStation 5MOTO GP 25 - 30 April 2025 - PC, Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5CONQUEST DARK - 1 MAy 2025 - PCSKIN DEEP - 1 May 2025 - PC‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

It's now more expensive to buy a PlayStation 5 than it was on day one in Australia

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 7:32

NEWS THIS WEEKThe Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remake is realBungie's slick-looking Marathon shooter arrives on September 23rdSony has raised the price of the PlayStation 5 in some marketsStar Wars Zero Company, a turn-based game set right after the Clone Wars, gets full revealRELEASE RADARMALIKI : POISON OF THE PAST – 22 April 2025 – Switch, PCCLAIR OBSCUR: EXPEDITION 33 - 24 April 2025 – PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|SFATAL FURY: CITY OF THE WOLVES - 24 April 2025 – PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|STHE HUNDRED LINE: LAST DEFENSE ACADEMY - 24 April 2025 – Switch, PCTEMPEST RISING - 24 April 2025 – PC‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

Not all Switch 2 cartridges have game data - how game key cards work

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 6:28

NEWS THIS WEEKYou can borrow and resell Nintendo's Switch 2 game-key cardsSwitch 2 game-key cards won't be account- or console-lockedUpgrade Pack Price For Zelda: BOTW And TOTK Has Been ConfirmedBalatro Creator Fires Back at YouTube Age Restricting Videos of the GameMafia: The Old Country Release Date Revealed on SteamINDIANA JONES AND THE GREAT CIRCLE is one of the absolute best adventure games of last yearRELEASE RADARDIVE THE DEPTHS - April 15 - PCLOST RECORDS: BLOOM AND RAGE TAPE 2 - April 15 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XLUSHFOIL PHOTOGRAPHY SIM - April 15 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XKITCHEN WARS - April 16 - PCINDIANA JONES AND THE GREAT CIRCLE - April 17 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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The Switch 2 is here with new Mario Kart and Donkey Kong games on the way

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 8:56

NEWS THIS WEEKNintendo Switch 2 launches on the 5th June for A$699.95Everything Announced At The Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo DirectCult of the Lamb audio director Narayana Johnson, also known as River Boy, has diedThe Final Fantasy 9 remake looks ever so slightly more likely as Square Enix add anniversary page to websiteAnnouncing our new game MalysRELEASE RADARSOUTH OF MIDNIGHT - 8 April 2025 - PC, and Xbox Series X|STINY GARDEN - 8 April 2025 - PC, SwitchMONACO 2 - 10 April 2025 -PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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SIFTER is highly commended at Samsung Australian IT Journalism awards

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 2:38

SIFTER was highly commended at the 2025 Samsung IT Journalism awards in the Best Independent Category, Gianni Di Giovanni picked up an award for his work outside of SIFTER as well.RELEASE RADARCROC: LEGEND OF THE GOBBOS REMASTERED - 2 April 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchLAST OF US PART II: REMASTERED - 3 April 2025 - PCSAND - 3 April 2025 - PCPocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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Gotta build ‘em all, new Pokémon Lego sets are coming

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 6:25

NEWS THIS WEEKLego Pokémon are coming, first sets due in 2026Here's the Steam on Xbox evidence Microsoft didn't want you to seeGame Developers Launch North America's First Industry-Wide Union Anyone Can JoinLizzies 2025: Coverage Awards Nominations Announced, Final Ticket SalesRELEASE RADARGAME OF THRONES KINGSROAD - 26 March 2025 - PCATOMFALL - 27 March 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XTHE FIRST BERSERKER: KHAZAN - 27 March 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XBUBBLE GHOST REMAKE - 28 March 2025 - SwitchINZOI - 28 March 2025 - PC‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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Voice actor Ashly Burch raises concerns over leaked Aloy PlayStation tech demo AI

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 8:34

NEWS THIS WEEKDeath Stranding 2 gets June 2025 release date, huge new trailer at SXSWXbox's new hardware plans begin with a gaming handheld set for later this year, with full next-gen consoles targeting 2027Sony is experimenting with AI-powered PlayStation charactersPokémon Go (and other Niantic games) just sold for $3.5BSNES Consoles Appear To Be Getting Faster As They Age‍RELEASE RADARASSASSIN'S CREED SHADOWS - 20 March 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|SWRECKFEST 2 - 20 March 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|SATELIER YUMIA: THE ALCHEMIST OF MEMORIES & THE ENVISIONED LAND - 21 March 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Switch‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

THE LAST OF US director Neil Druckmann says this could be it for the games

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 6:28

NEWS THIS WEEKNeil Druckmann Says 'Don't Bet' On The Last Of Us Part IIIThe next big Marvel game is coming this Christmas, according to the game's starTony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 and 4 remasters revealed, now with a shredding Doom SlayerRockstar acquires Aussie studio founded by L.A. Noire directorRELEASE RADARRISE OF RONIN - 11 March 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5WANDERSTOP - 11 March 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|STHE PHANTOM - 12 March 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5MLB THE SHOW 25 - 14 March 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Switch‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

POKÉMON LEGENDS: Z-A brings back mega evolution and shows off new gameplay

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 8:50

NEWS THIS WEEKWarner Bros. closes Monolith Productions and MultiVersus studio, cancels Wonder Woman gameShadow of Mordor's brilliant Nemesis system is locked away by a Warner Bros patent until 2036, despite studio shutdownEverything announced at Pokémon Presents 2025Balatro's PEGI 18 rating in Europe has been changed following appealEverything announced at the Annapurna Interactive 2025 showcaseThis is what a new Terminator game should actually look like ‍RELEASE RADARCARMEN SANDIEGO - 4 March 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, MobileSPLIT FICTION - 6 March 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|SSUIKODEN I&II HD REMASTER GATE RUNE AND DUNAN UNIFICATION WARS - 6 March 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchDRAGONKIN: THE BANISHED - 6 March 2025 - PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

The cosy TALES OF THE SHIRE is delayed again

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 7:44

NEWS THIS WEEK‘Lord Of The Rings' game ‘Tales Of The Shire' delayed againMarvel Rivals apparently hit with significant layoffs despite "incredibly successful" launch: "This is such a weird industry"NetEase's Billionaire CEO Ding Slashes Jobs, Games in Profit PushTony Hawk's Pro Skater Announcement Teased as Fans Spot Easter Egg in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6Nintendo is killing the My Nintendo Gold Points program‍RELEASE RADARGLOVER - 27 February 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchYU-GI-OH! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION - 27 February 2025 - PC, SwitchMONSTER HUNTER WILDS - 28 February 2025- PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

Loot boxes are back in OVERWATCH 2, completing full 180 degree turn

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 8:53

NEWS THIS WEEKEverything Announced At The February 2025 PlayStation State Of PlayOverwatch 2 is bringing loot boxes back from the deadValve ban advertising-based business models on Steam, no forced adverts like in mobile gamesHomebound, At Last. Afterlove EP is out now Inaugural Olympic Esports Games will now take place in 2027‍RELEASE RADARAVOWED - 18 February 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|SLOST RECORDS: BLOOM AND RAGE: PART 1 - 18 February 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5LIKE A DRAGON: PIRATE YAKUZA IN HAWAII - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4PGA TOUR 2K25 - 21 February 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

An 1980s classic WIZARDRY: PROVING GROUNDS wins the trophy at the Grammy Awards

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 7:12

NEWS THIS WEEKNintendo says it's making preparations for Switch 2 resellersTwo beloved indie games have been mysteriously taken off Steam and XboxWizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord (Original Game Soundtrack)Why a 43-year-old video game just won a GrammySteam Adds A New Warning For Dead Early Access Games Like Unsung StoryPokémon TCG Pocket Estimated to Have Made Half a Billion Dollars in Less Than 3 Months‍RELEASE RADARCIVILIZATION VII - 11 February 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchTHE LEGEND OF HEROES: TRAILS THROUGH DAYBREAK 2 - 14 February 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchTOMB RAIDER IV - VI REMASTERED - 14 February 2025 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Switch‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

Get ready to delete those ladders, THE SIMS 1 and 2 are back for the 25th anniversary

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 6:21

NEWS THIS WEEKLong-Gone Classics The Sims 1 And 2 Are Finally Coming Back To PCClair Obscur: Expedition 33 Is So Popular the Dev Can't Meet Collector's Edition DemandSpider-Man 2 Debuts to 'Mixed' Steam Reviews Amid Serious PC Performance ProblemsSony drops PSN account requirement for PC versions of PlayStation gamesRELEASE RADARKINGDOM COME: DELIVERANCE 2 - 4 February 2025 - PC, Xbox Series S|X, PlayStation 5RIFT OF THE NECRODANCER - 6 February 2025 - PC, SwitchKEEP DRIVING - 6 February 2025 - PC‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings ‍Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.‍You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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Sad news, CELESTE studio's next game EARTHBLADE has been cancelled

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2025 7:37

NEWS THIS WEEKCeleste Teams' Next Game, Earthblade, CanceledFinal Earthblade UpdateMarvel Snap is back online, dev seeks new publisher to ‘make sure this NEVER happens again'New 3D Mario And Zelda Remake Mentioned By A Retailer, But Don't Get Excited YetEverything announced at Microsoft's January Xbox Developer DirectCITIZEN SLEEPER is pure dystopian science fiction with a hopeful heart‍RELEASE RADARCUISINEER - 28 January - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, SwitchMARVEL'S SPIDER-MAN 2 - 30 January - PCSNIPER ELITE: RESISTANCE - 30 January - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4CITIZEN SLEEPER 2: STARWARD VECTOR - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Switch‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is real and is coming this year

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2025 6:52

NEWS THIS WEEKA Nintendo Direct All About The Switch 2 Is Happening In AprilBungie and PlayStation are working on a MOBA inspired by Nintendo's Smash Bros, claims reportReport: The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remake Is Real; First Gameplay Improvement Details RevealedAmbitious Skyblivion project is nearing completion, with only one region of Oblivion left to remake with Skyrim's engine, but it still needs volunteers to helpHollow Knight: Silksong Dev Fuels Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Fever With a Picture of a Chocolate Cake‍RELEASE RADARTHE DARK SIDE OF CECLON - 20 January 2025 - PCENDER MAGNOLIA: BLOM IN THE MIST - 23 January 2025 - PC, Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XSTAR WARS EPISODE I: JEDI POWER BATTLES - 23 January 2025 - PC, Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XFINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH - 23 january 2025 - PCPocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

HELLDIVERS 2 and GHOST OF TSUSHIMA are coming to the big screen

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2025 7:40

NEWS THIS WEEKGhost of Tsushima anime coming from Crunchyroll and PlayStationSony is working on Horizon Zero Dawn and Helldivers 2 movies Lenovo Legion Go S official: $499 buys the first authorized third-party SteamOS handheldNew 'Handheld' Gaming PC Is So Big You Could Kill Someone With ItAssassin's Creed Shadows Has Been Delayed AgainNintendo Comments on Latest Switch 2 LeakRELEASE RADARALOFT - 16 January 2025 - PCASSETTO CORSA EVO - 16 January 2025 - PCDONKEY KONG COUNTRY RETURNS HD - 16 January 2025 - SwitchDYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS - 17 January 2025 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

ASTRO BOT and BLACK MYTH: WUKONG win big at the 2024 Game Awards

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2024 8:45

NEWS THIS WEEKAstro Bot wins Game of the Year at 2024 Game Awards in Los Angeles — as it happenedThe biggest game announcements and trailers from The Game Awards 2024Itch.io back online after temporarily takedown by "bogus phishing report" from FunkoFunko Calls itch.io Founder's Mother Following the "Trash AI" SituationLego Fortnite is getting a big expansion with a GTA-style roleplaying city The Nintendo Switch 2, as described by Dbrand RELEASE RADARSQUID GAME: UNLEASHED - 17 December 2024 - NetflixALIEN: ROGUE INCURSION - 19 December 2024 - PSVR 2, PC VRPALWORLD - FEYBREAK - 23 December 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OnePocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

GOG vows to preserve original versions of WARCRAFT 1 and 2 after Blizzard pulls them

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2024 7:23

NEWS THIS WEEKYou've got ten days to pick up the original Warcraft I & II from GOG before Blizzard pull them, but GOG will support their preservation foreverLenovo Legion Go S leak shows renders of the cheaper handheld gaming PCElden Ring 2 is not in development, says FromSoftware's MiyazakiPlayers' Voice Nominations are openRELEASE RADARINDIANA JONES AND THE GREAT CIRCLE - 9 December 2024 - PC, Xbox Series S|XLEGACY OF KAIN: SOUL REAVER 1 & 2 REMASTERED - 10 December 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchMIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS: RITA'S REWIND - 10 December 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchSPIRIT OF THE SAMURAI - 12 December 2024 - PCBRONANA - 13 December 2024 - PC‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

PlayStation is almost, maybe back in the handheld game as rumours swirl

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2024 7:47

NEWS THIS WEEKThe 2K Launcher Is No More — You Can Now Launch 2K's PC Games Directly in SteamForget the PlayStation Portal, as now Sony is reportedly working on a new handheld that will let you play your PS5 games anywhereNew Tencent Game Accused of ‘Ripping Off' Sony's Horizon SeriesBaldur's Gate 3 will add cross-play, 12 subclasses and a photo mode next year‍RELEASE RADARINFINITY NIKKI - 5 December 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5MARVEL RIVALS - 6 December 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5PATH OF EXILE 2 - 6 December 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

Should DLC be eligible for the Game of the Year? The Game Awards say yes

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 6:57

NEWS THIS WEEKThe Game Awards 2024 Nominees Have Been Revealed And GOTY Is Causing Some Heated DebateLooks like Back 4 Blood 2 is on the wayExclusive: Sony is in talks to buy media powerhouse behind 'Elden Ring'Control 2 will be an action-RPG, and the first game is getting a significant update in 2025RELEASE RADARNEON BLOOD - 25 November 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchCRITTER CAFE - 26 November 2024 - PC, SwitchSNOW BROS WONDERLAND - 28 November 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

Go back in time with FORTNITE and OVERWATCH 2's nostalgic updates

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 6:30

NEWS THIS WEEKA Blast to the Past Begins with Overwatch: ClassicFortnite's OG map is coming back just in time for the holidays2025's videogame Grammy nominations are the normal AAA fare and one surprising indie entryA second Horizon Lego set is reportedly releasing in March 2025Half-Life 2 is getting a huge 20th anniversary update RELEASE RADARMYSIMS COZY BUNDLE - 19 November 2024 - Switch MICROSOFT FLIGHT SIMULATOR 2024 - 19 November 2024 - PC, Xbox Series S|XS.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: HEART OF CHORNOBYL - 20 November 2024 - PC, Xbox Series S|XTOWERS OF AGHASBA - 20 November 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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Switch successor is officially backwards compatible Nintendo confirms

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2024 7:04

NEWS THIS WEEKNintendo says the Switch successor will be compatible with Switch gamesIn just 3 days, the state of Nintendo Alarmo hacking went from 'it loads a cat jpg' to 'it runs Doom better than a lot of PCs back in the day'Looking into the Nintendo Alarmo‘Mass Effect' TV Series in the Works at Amazon From ‘Fast & Furious 9' WriterIt sure looks like a Warcraft 2 remaster just leaked ahead of next week's anniversary eventRELEASE RADARFARMING SIMULATOR 25 - 12 November 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5THE RISE OF THE GOLDEN IDOL - 13 November 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchTETRIS FOREVER - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchLEGO HORIZON ADVENTURES - 14 November 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, SwitchApple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratingsYou can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

Ubisoft bafflingly launches a brand new NFT game with no splash

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2024 5:48

NEWS THIS WEEKUbisoft dumps its NFT game on the market to little fanfareConcord isn't coming back, and the developer is done for tooNintendo launches music player for Switch Online Subscribers Fortnite is streamlining its many battle passesRELEASE RADARMETAL SLUG TACTICS - 5 November 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchPLANET COASTER 2 - 6 November 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5EMPIRE OF ANTS - 7 November 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5MARIO AND LUIGI: BROTHERSHIP - 7 November 2024 - SwitchSLITTERHEAD - 8 November - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratingsYou can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

OVERWATCH 2 finally returns to a 6v6 format after player requests

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 6:44

NEWS THIS WEEKScoop: Netflix shuts down 'AAA' Team Blue gaming studio, amid gaming shake-upBlizzard's bringing back 6v6 Overwatch 2 in December to see how that whole thing goesVideo game preservationists have lost a legal fight to study games remotelyYou can bone the Grim Reaper in The Sims 4 nowRELEASE RADARLIFE IS STRANGE: DOUBLE EXPOSURE - 29 October 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, SwitchDRAGON AGE: THE VEILGUARD - 31 October 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|SHORIZON ZERO DAWN: REMASTERED - 31 October 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5FARMAGIA - 1 November 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, SwitchApple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratingsYou can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

A new CONTROL multiplayer game FBC FIREBREAK & more announced at Xbox Partner Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2024 7:40

NEWS THIS WEEKEverything announced at Microsoft's Xbox Partner PreviewSteam's new disclaimer reminds everyone that you don't actually own your games, GOG moves in for the killshot: Its offline installers 'cannot be taken away from you'Game Freak acknowledges massive Pokémon data breach, as employee info appears online‘God of War' TV Series Shakeup: Showrunner, Exec Producers Exit as Amazon Eyes New Creative Direction‍RELEASE RADARWINDBLOWN - 24 October 2024 - PCROMANCING SAGA 2: REVENGE OF THE SEVEN - 24 October 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, Switch SONIC X SHADOWS GENERATIONS - 25 October 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchCALL OF DUTY BLACK OPS 6 - 25 October 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

No news just goofs - Walkthrough gaming news blooper reel bonus

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2024 4:19

We're off at Melbourne International Games Week this week, so no news for you, but what we do have is our best mistakes. Enjoy, Walkthrough will be back next week. ‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to https://www.sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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Norway goes after games with virtual currencies

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2024 7:35

NEWS THIS WEEKReport on virtual currencies in gaming: Getting playedEpic is suing Google — again — and now Samsung, too Ex-EA Devs Form New Melbourne-based Studio, The Three ThousandsHalo Infinite Is Officially Getting a Third-Person Mode This NovemberRELEASE RADARSILENT HILL 2: REMAKE – 8 October 2024 – PC, PlayStation 5DRAGON BALL SPARKING ZERO – 11 October 2024 – PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XEUROPA - 11 October 2024 – PC, SwitchMETAPHOR: REFANTAZIO – 11 October 2024 – PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series S|XSTARSHIP TROOPERS: EXTERMINATION - 11 October 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

ZELDA: ECHOES OF WISDOM was a dungeon maker in early development

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2024 6:17

NEWS THIS WEEKPlayStation State of Play September 2024 – Every major announcementEchoes of Wisdom was a Zelda Dungeon Maker in early developmentAssassin's Creed Shadows Delayed to February 2025Saber Interactive is already thinking about a Space Marine 2 sequel: 'Hopefully we'll be working on Space Marine content for a long time'RELEASE RADARHELL OF AN OFFICE - 3 October 2024 - PCSPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS: THE PATRICK STAR GAME - 4 October 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchUNTIL DAWN REMAKE - 4 October 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5WIZARD OF LEGEND 2 - 4 October 2024 - PC‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

Australia combats loot boxes with new rating law

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2024 7:56

NEWS THIS WEEKVideo games with loot boxes will now get minimum M-Rating in AustraliaAlleged images of Nintendo's new Switch have appeared onlineNintendo sues Palworld developer Pocketpair for alleged patent infringementAmazon is producing The Sims movieThe Sims 4 will be “modernised” as EA moves away from sequel plansHorizon Zero Dawn Remastered rated by the ESRB‍RELEASE RADARTINY GLADE - 23 September 2024 - PCDISNEY EPIC MICKEY: REBRUSHED - 24 September 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchEARTH DEFENCE FORCE: WORLD BROTHERS 2 - 26 September 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchTHE LEGEND OF ZELDA: ECHOES OF WISDOM - 26 September 2024 - SwitchEA FC25 - 27 September 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Switch Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

Sony breaks the bank with PlayStation 5 Pro price

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2024 8:21 Transcription Available

NEWS THIS WEEKPlayStation 5 Pro vs PlayStation 5: Breaking Down the SpecsAnnapurna Video-Game Team Resigns, Leaving Partners ScramblingMicrosoft Lays Off Another 650 Staff From Its Video Game Workforce, Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Sends Memo to StaffDestiny 2 Nerf Gun And Ace Of Spades Ornament Accused Of Plagiarizing 9-Year-Old Fanart10 Years Later, the Return of ‘Flappy Bird' Highlights a Dark Turn for the Games IndustryRELEASE RADARTHE PLUCKY SQUIRE - 17 September 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, SwitchUFO50 - 18 September 2024 - PCFINAL FANTASY XVI - 18 September 2024 - PCGOD OF WAR: RAGNAROK - 19 September 2024 - PCFROSTPUNK 2 - 20 September 2024 - PCCOPYCAT - 20 September 2024 - PCTHE KARATE KID: STREET RUMBLE - 20 September 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Switch‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

CONCORD is pulled from shelves two weeks after launch

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2024 6:48 Transcription Available

NEWS THIS WEEKConcord Is Being Taken Offline With This Week With Refunds To Be GivenAcer's first handheld gaming PC is the Nitro Blaze 'The Beatles had a 25% hit rate': Randy Pitchford reassures fans that he'll carry on 'making stuff' even after a disastrous Risk of Rain 2 expansion and the Borderlands movieBethesda bans Doom mod about a resurrected mech-demon Margaret Thatcher because it's apparently a bit close to 'real-world politics'Sorry, The Minecraft Movie Isn't Meant To Be For YouRELEASE RADARWARHAMMER 40,000: SPACE MARINE 2 - 9 September 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5TEST DRIVE UNLIMITED SOLAR CROWN - 12 September 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5WILD BASTARDS - 12 September 2024 - Switch, PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5FUNKO FUSION - 13 September 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Switch‍Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review learn more by heading here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

CONSCRIPT leads the nominations for Australian Game Developer Awards

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2024 8:09 Transcription Available

Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.NEWS THIS WEEKIGEA celebrates the 2024 Australian Game Development Awards FinalistsPAX Aus 2024 reveals new guests, including Weta WorkshopCult of the Lamb Weddings Being Held at PAX AustraliaEverything announced at Nintendo Direct August 2024Sony's Latest Big Game, Concord, Is FloppingRemedy partners with Annapurna for Control 2 and potential film and TV adaptationsVisions of Mana Dev Reportedly Being Shut Down by NetEase‍RELEASE RADARHARRY POTTER: QUIDDITCH CHAMPIONS – 3 September 2024 – PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchSUMERIAN SIX - 3 September 2024 – PCAGE OF MYTHOLOGY: RETOLD - 4 September 2024 – PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneNBA 2K25 - 4 September 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchACE ATTORNEY INVESTIGATIONS COLLECTION - 6 September 2024 – PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, SwitchASTROBOT – 6 September 2024 – PlayStation 5Pocket Casts: You can now rate the show on Pocket Casts, give us a five star review, learn more here https://pocketcasts.com/ratings You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

Nostalgia hits big at the new Nintendo Museum in Kyoto

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2024 8:15 Transcription Available

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HI-FI RUSH devs Tango Gameworks saved from shutdown

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 6:43 Transcription Available

Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.NEWS THIS WEEKHi-Fi Rush Dev Is Back From The Dead, Will ‘Continue Developing' The SeriesValve confirms it'll support the ROG Ally with its Steam Deck operating system We can all see that Valve's unannounced shooter Deadlock just hit over 18,000 concurrent players, GabeActivision is finally doing something about Call of Duty's giant downloadsRed Dead Redemption PC Port Appears Imminent as PlayStation Store Bizarrely Says It's 'Now on PC'‍RELEASE RADARENOTRIA: THE LAST SONG - 19 August 2024 - PC, Xbox Series S|X, PlayStation 5DUSTBORN - 20 August 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4BLACK MYTH: WUKONG - 20 August 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X (Date TBA)CONCORD - 23 August 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5TACTICAL BREACH WIZARDS - 23 August 2024 - PCYou can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

FORTNITE is doing what to their battle passes?!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2024 8:00 Transcription Available

Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.NEWS THIS WEEKThe 7 Biggest And Best Doom Announcements From QuakeCon 2024Cult of the Lamb to Release Interactive Comic as Part of Pilgrim Pack DLC (Exclusive)PS5 Sales Reach 60 Million Milestone, Now at 61.7 Million Consoles SoldObsidian's Avowed reportedly delayed from 2024 to early next yearFortnite to remove FOMO from future battle passes‍RELEASE RADARDREDGE: THE IRON RIG - 15 August 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchFAREWELL NORTH - 15 August 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, SwitchKENA: BRIDGE OF SPIRITS - 15 August 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4MADDEN NFL 25 - 16 August 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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Gamers petition EU to preserve video games

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 9:52 Transcription Available

Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.NEWS THIS WEEKEuropeans can save gaming!Bungie cites ‘quality miss' with Destiny 2: Lightfall amid major layoffsHumble Games ‘restructure' puts several console updates ‘in limbo'Hackers Exploited a PC Driving Sim to Pull Off Massive Disney Data BreachGame Informer is shutting downRELEASE RADARPEPPER GRINDER - 6 August 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchVOLGARR THE VIKING II - 6 August 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchCREATURES OF AVA - 7 August 2024 - PCCAT QUEST III - 8 August 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchPRESERVE - 8 August 2024 - PCSTEAMWORLD HEIST II - 8 August 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchTHE CRUSH HOUSE - 9 August 2024 - PC ‍You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

Video game actors call strike demanding protection from AI

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2024 8:48 Transcription Available

Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.NEWS THIS WEEKInstalling Fallout: London Is a Bit Tricky, Here's How To Do ItVideo Game Actors Go On Strike For AI ProtectionsWorld of Warcraft developers form wall-to-wall union at Blizzard EntertainmentBethesda Game Studios developers form 'wall to wall' union that includes artists, designers, and programmersRespawn makes tweaks to Apex Legends' controversial battle pass changesMicrosoft responds to the FTC, argues its Game Pass price hike is actually a good deal for gamers because the new cheapest tier includes multiplayer nowChris Radley LinkedIn post on XUpdate: Humble Games confirms layoffs amid 'restructuring', denies full shutdownRELEASE RADARTHE GARDEN PATH - 30 July 2024 - PCSTAR WARS: BOUNTY HUNTER REMAKE - 1 August 2024 - PC, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5THANK GOODNESS YOU'RE HERE!: 1 August 2024 - PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, SwitchWORLD OF GOO 2 - 2 August 2024 - PC, Switch‍You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

The FTC hits back at Xbox Game Pass price hike

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2024 7:18 Transcription Available

Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.NEWS THIS WEEKFTC Calls Xbox Game Pass Price Hike 'Exactly The Sort Of Consumer Harm' It Tried To StopNintendo's ‘Emio' teaser pays off as a brand-new entry in a 35-year-old game seriesThe Legend Of Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom's Rating Confirms That Link Will Be PlayableThe Olympic Esports Games locked in for SaudiIt's happening again: War Thunder players continue to leak classified military documentsRELEASE RADAREXOPHOBIA - 23 July 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchF1 MANAGER 24 - 23 July 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchTHE STAR NAMED EOS - 23 July 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, SwitchEARTH DEFENCE FORCE 6 - 25 July 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5‍You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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Xbox finally increases Game Pass prices, restricts day one access to games

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2024 10:23 Transcription Available

Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.NEWS THIS WEEKGame Pass Is Getting Another Price Increase In The Messiest Way PossibleIf you want to play that whopping Fallout London mod you'll need to downgrade Fallout 4's "next gen" versionApex Legends announces 'improved' battle pass structure that actually sucks for players, removes option to pay with in-game currencyPlanet Coaster 2 Has Been Announced And It's Coming To Consoles At LaunchConcord's Early Access Beta Has Been Opened Up To All PlayStation Plus Members‍RELEASE RADAREVILVEVIL - 16 July 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XCATACLISMO - 16 July 2024 - PCFLOCK - 17 July 2024 - PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|XASPHALT LEGENDS UNITE - 17 july 2024 - PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, Switch, Android, iOSNINTENDO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS: NES EDITION - 18 July 2024 - SwitchBŌ: PATH OF THE TEAL LOTUS - 18 July 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, Switch, MacOSFLINTLOCK: THE SIEGE OF DAWN - 18 July 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XKUNITSU-GAMI: PATH OF THE GODDESS - 19 July 2024 - PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|XEA SPORTS COLLEGE FOOTBALL 25 - 19 July 2024 - PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|XYou can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

HORIZON FORBIDDEN WEST television show on pause after allegations against showrunner

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 7:43 Transcription Available

Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.NEWS THIS WEEKHelldivers 2 Player Count Has Plummeted Netflix's Horizon Zero Dawn series reportedly scrapped after allegations against Umbrella Academy showrunnerCatholic Church prepares to canonise its first gamer saint—and yep, one of his favourites was HaloNintendo 3DS StreetPass' Puzzle Swap Has Been 'Beaten' After 13 YearsSteamy 'Overwatch cabaret club' where you can pay to have women fall asleep on voice chat with you gets obliterated, is immediately replaced by even steamier Apex versionRELEASE RADARARK OF CHARON - 9 July 2024 - PCONCE HUMAN - 10 July 2024 - PCANGER FOOT - 12 July 2024 - PC‍You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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Modders tune SHADOW OF THE ERDTREE after difficulty complaints

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2024 6:29 Transcription Available

Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.NEWS THIS WEEKThe Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Mods Have Begun — and Yes, Most Make It EasierSteam adds a feature console players have loved for years: a built-in recording tool to capture and share your gameplay, which you can try in beta todaySteam game recordingForza Horizon 4 will be delisted from Microsoft stores and Steam in December CEO Yves Guillemot on Ubisoft's Upcoming Portfolio, the Future of Assassin's Creed‍RELEASE RADARFINAL FANTASY XIV ONLINE: DAWNTRAIL - 2 July 2024 -PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4THE FIRST DESCENDANT - 2 July 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4ZENLESS ZONE ZERO - 4 July 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, iOS, AndroidTHE LEGEND OF HEROES: TRAILS THROUGH DAYBREAK - 5 July 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchYou can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

Excuuusse me Nintendo! Zelda is finally the protagonist in a LEGEND OF ZELDA game

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2024 9:03 Transcription Available

Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.NEWS THIS WEEKAll Of The June 2024 Nintendo Direct AnnouncementsThe two most-played games on Steam today are Counter-Strike 2 and this game where you click a bananaWitcher 3 Dev Congratulates FromSoftware After Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree Overtakes Blood and Wine as Best-Reviewed Expansion EverSims rival ‘Life by You' has been cancelled by Paradox InteractiveFormer dev from sunken Sims competitor Life by You alleges the team had 'the rug pulled' from under them—despite outperforming the company's internal metricsFinal Fantasy Tactics remaster reportedly “real and happening”, giving hope for one of the series' finest to finally come to PC‍RELEASE RADARSUPER MONKEY BALL BANANA RUMBLE - 25 June 2024 - SwitchBEYOND GOOD & EVIL: 20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION - 25 June 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchLUIGI'S MANSION 2 HD - 27 June 2024 - SwitchGIGANTOSAURUS DINO SPORTS - 28 June 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchSPY X ANYA: OPERATION MEMORIES - 28 June 2024 - PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, SwitchYou can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

ARMELLO, SOLIUM INFERNUM studio League of Geeks shuts down after 13 years

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 10:57 Transcription Available

Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.NEWS THIS WEEKDevolver's indie game showcase had yakuza, cults, and a creepy reality TV showUbisoft Forward 2024: Everything AnnouncedTHE PRINCE OF PERSIA: THE SANDS OF TIME REMAKE IS COMING IN 2026PC Gaming Show 2024: Every major gameEverything announced at the Xbox showcase at Summer Game Fest 2024Xbox boss: ‘I think we should have a handheld, too'Dragon Age: The Veilguard: The First PreviewGone Fishin'! - League of GeeksRELEASE RADARVAMPIRE THERAPIST - 17 June 2024 - PC#BLUD - 18 June 2024 - PCTHE ELDER SCROLLS ONLINE: GOLD ROAD EXPANSION - 18 June 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4TAVERN TALK - 21 June 2024 - PCELDEN RING: SHADOW OF THE ERDTREE EXPANSION - 21 June 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4,‍You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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YAKUZA LIKE A DRAGON is the next game getting a TV show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2024 6:27 Transcription Available

NEWS THIS WEEKSummer Game Fest 2024: All The Trailers From Today's ShowcaseShadow Of The Erdtree Previews Tease A Massive Follow-Up To Elden RingFollowing Fallout, Amazon Prime Announces Yakuza TV SeriesPlayStation VR2's PC adapter hits this August, with missing features‍RELEASE RADARV RISING - 11 June 2024 - PlayStation 5KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 + 2.5, REMIX 2.8 FINAL CHAPTER PROLOGUE, III + RE MIND - 13 June 2024 - PCMONSTER HUNTER STORIES 2: WINGS OF RUIN - 14 June 2024 - PlayStation 4SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI V: VENGEANCE - 14 June 2024 - PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4Apple Arcade: Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games with no ads and no in-app purchases. From puzzle and adventure games to sports, racing, and multiplayer action games, everyone can count on finding something to love. Head to sifter.com.au/arcade to start your free trial* of Apple Arcade today and you'll be supporting independent video games journalism. *New subscribers only. AU$9.99/month after free trial. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled.You can support SIFTER's independent gaming journalism by☕ Tipping us on KoFi https://www.ko-fi.com/sifterHQ

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