Grand Theft Auto 6 has cemented itself in gaming history, with its long-awaited debut trailer now ranking as the second most-viewed video game trailer of all time. After premiering in December 2023, the GTA 6 trailer has now (May 26th) gathered over 192 million views on YouTube. This staggering view count surpasses that of trailers…
In a turn of events, Take-Two Interactive and Remedy Entertainment find themselves at odds over their respective logos containing the letter ‘R’. Take-Two, owner of Grand Theft Auto developer Rockstar Games, has filed a trademark dispute against Remedy’s rebranded logo in the United Kingdom. This opposition comes despite the two companies actively working together on…
Garena has unveiled its plans for Free Fire esports in 2024, headlined by the Free Fire World Series (FFWS). All the major regions like Brazil, Southeast Asia, Latin America, Middle East & Africa, and Pakistan will have FFWS leagues. These local leagues will culminate in the flagship FFWS Global Finals in November. But will the…
Ubisoft’s director of subscriptions, Phillipe Tremblay, recently made a controversial statement that gamers need to accept not owning their games. This sentiment reflects the industry’s push towards all-digital services like Ubisoft Plus but ignores valid concerns from players. What Did The Ubisoft Exec Say? In an interview with Gamesindustry.biz, Tremblay compared the shift away from…
A new controversy has erupted in the Dota 2 community over third-party Russian software called Overplus that provides users an unfair advantage during the all-important drafting phase. Let’s break down how it works and why many fans are calling for developer Valve to ban it. What Does Overplus Do? Overplus is effectively a successor to…
The Nintendo Switch 2, a highly anticipated successor to the original Nintendo Switch, has been the subject of various rumors and leaks since early 2020. These rumors have evolved over time, giving gamers and industry insiders insights into potential features, release dates, and other aspects of the upcoming console. Here’s a detailed overview: Origins of…
Ubisoft has refreshed its video game subscription offerings, splitting into two clear tiers: a premium plan with new releases, and a cheaper back catalog option. How do the revamped services compare and what benefits do they offer gamers? Introducing Ubisoft+ Premium Previously known as Ubisoft+ Multi Access, this premium subscription has been rebranded as Ubisoft+…
China’s most popular game Honor of Kings boasts over 100 million daily active players. Now, as developer Tencent plans a worldwide launch in 2024, they’ve pledged a $15 million starting budget for building global esports. What competitions can we expect? Honor of Kings Esports Already Massive in China Even available only to China, Honor of…
Halo fans may have gotten their hopes up for nothing. According to the report from Shpeshal-Nick on XboxEra Podcast, the long-rumored battle royale mode for Halo Infinite has reportedly been canceled before even an official announcement. This leaves players wondering – what happened to Infinite’s take on the popular last-man-standing format? What Was Halo Infinite’s…
Ever since Naughty Dog officially canceled the planned Multiplayer – “The Last of Us: Factions” in December 2023, fans have wondered what the acclaimed studio could be working on next. Well, an intriguing LinkedIn profile may provide the first concrete clues that Naughty Dog is developing an entirely new video game. What Evidence Points to…
