On Thursday, March 27, 2025, GameStop’s (GME) stock experienced a significant drop in value. The week started with each share priced at $25.50, but by the end of the week, it had reached a high of $29.39 per share. However, after announcing plans to sell $1.3 billion worth of private convertible senior notes, the stock lost all its gains and dropped to $21.32 per share at the time of writing.
Ubisoft recently announced the creation of a new division within their company, which will now house some of their most iconic brands: Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six. This new entity will concentrate on creating timeless and cross-platform gaming experiences. According to Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot, this strategic shift is a significant milestone in transforming the way Ubisoft operates…
In a fresh developer diary video, Riot Games unveiled insights about the upcoming 2XKO Alpha Lab 2 playtest. Game lead Tom Cannon and team members detailed the enhancements made in 2XKO since its last appearance. The developers also disclosed the dates for this playtest – it’s scheduled from April 18 to April 20, 2025. Participants can join from the United States, Canada, and Brazil. The playable platforms include PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
The financially successful Final Destination film series, earning over $650 million at the box office, has consistently adhered to its original structure. Every installment kicks off with a devastating incident, such as a roller coaster crash (in Part 3) or an airplane explosion (in the first movie), which is later revealed to be a premonition experienced by one of the characters. By warning others and thereby thwarting death’s plan, they manage to save a group of people. However, as the saying goes, “Cheat death once, you cheat it for all,” so each character meets their demise in unusual ways, often due to complex series of events that lead directly to their deaths, following the exact sequence they would have died in had the initial accident occurred.
Players are requesting a greater sense of realism and interaction within the game environment. Proposals include allowing characters to sit on benches or interact with other environmental elements, providing opportunities for them to unwind and enjoy the beautiful scenery. These enhancements would help players become more deeply engaged in the intricately designed landscapes of feudal Japan, as one Reddit user put it, aiming for an experience that feels authentic and immersive.
In this week’s Nintendo Direct broadcast on March 2025, Nintendo unveiled the upcoming game titled Rhythm Heaven Groove. The game appears to maintain the familiar elements that series fans have grown accustomed to. A peek into the gameplay revealed a collection of minigames designed to challenge our reflexes and rhythmic abilities. These games ranged from little blobs leaping through hoops, to ducks flying in formation, an assembly line worker smashing cans with a hammer, a woman catching and chopping vegetables, among other activities. Expected to release on the Nintendo Switch in 2026.
With this latest update comes a fresh ally, Safia – a seasoned anti-imperialist explorer who isn’t shy about challenging empires. Though I haven’t played Greedfall personally, I’m excited at the prospect of joining forces against such entities. It appears that she specializes in rifles and can aid you during combat. Additionally, there seems to be an opportunity for you to learn how to wield these weapons from her as well.
After the unveiling of Space Marine 3, touted as an “even more impressive” sequel, the development teams assured fans that they remain committed to the original game, emphasizing that they have no intention of leaving it behind due to the release of the third installment.
The sneak peek video for Tomodachi Life: A Fantastic Vacation depicts Mii characters breakdancing, appreciating blooms, and squabbling. It’s apparent that the series maintains its signature goofiness in a scene where a character dreams of an enormous friend-turned-kaiju looming over them.
Light Bowguns offer a more agile, quick-firing option compared to their heavier counterparts. While they may not inflict as much damage per shot, they enable players to deliver consistent damage even while moving around. Light Bowguns are versatile, performing well with both elemental and status ammo types, and raw damage options can also be effective with the right setup or builds.