The gaming community has rated Grand Theft Auto VI as the most anticipated video game of all time, partly due to the prolonged wait since its announcement. During this time, fans have turned to rumors, leaks, and statements from former Rockstar developers to gather information about the anticipated title. The much-desired 60fps, impossible at launch According to Mike York, a former developer who worked on titles like GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, GTA 6 is expected to be released on current generation consoles, such as PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, with […]
The gaming community has rated Grand Theft Auto VI as the most anticipated video game of all time, partly due to the prolonged wait since its announcement. During this time, fans have turned to rumors, leaks, and statements from former Rockstar developers to gather information about the anticipated title.
The Much-Desired 60fps, Impossible at Launch
According to Mike York, a former developer who worked on titles like GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, GTA 6 is expected to be released on current generation consoles, such as PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, with a target performance of 30 FPS. In a recent interview, York emphasized that the studio might prioritize stability and visual quality over frame rate in the initial version of the game. “I don’t think they will be able to achieve 60 FPS from the start on a base console like the PS5,” York said.
Video game technology experts, such as analysts from Digital Foundry, agree that maintaining stable 60 FPS on the initial console version will not be feasible. It is anticipated that only PC players will be able to experience the game at 60 FPS, once optimizations are implemented and new graphics cards are released in the future.
The former developer also mentioned that, although the initial version might operate at locked 30 FPS, there is a possibility that performance will improve over time. “Once the game is available on PC, it will probably be optimized and able to run at 60 FPS,” added York. This perspective suggests that Rockstar will focus on providing a high-quality experience before trying to increase the frame rate in future updates.
One day before the anticipated release of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 on PC, the system requirements necessary to fully enjoy this title have been revealed. To immerse themselves in the world of Spider-Man, players will need at least a mid-range PC. The requirements include crucial specifications for CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage, with a minimum of 140 GB of disk space required for game installation. For basic performance, it is recommended to have a processor like the Intel Core i3-8100 or AMD Ryzen 3 3100, along with a graphics card NVIDIA […]
A day before the anticipated release of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 on PC, the system requirements necessary to fully enjoy this title have been revealed. To immerse themselves in the world of Spider-Man, players will need at least a mid-range PC. The requirements include crucial specifications for CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage, with a minimum of 140 GB of disk space required for the game’s installation.
For basic performance, it is recommended to have a processor like the Intel Core i3-8100 or AMD Ryzen 3 3100, along with an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 graphics card. However, those who wish to play at 1080p at 60 FPS will need to upgrade their hardware to an Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600, in addition to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060. This highlights the importance of having a robust system to fully leverage the graphical capabilities of the title.
Settings for All Types of Computers
The game’s graphics settings offer a wide variety of configurations, from ‘Very Low’ to achieve 720p at 30 FPS, to impressive options like ‘Very High + Ultimate Ray Tracing’ for 4K at 60 FPS. This level of graphic detail promises to provide an immersive experience, highlighting a more realistic and dynamic environment in the Spider-Man universe.
With the need to free up space on their hard drives, players must prepare to optimize their systems. The vast majority agree that Spider-Man 2 is designed to be enjoyed at maximum quality, providing an additional incentive to upgrade outdated hardware. Undoubtedly, this release is generating great anticipation and is expected to meet the high expectations of fans.
Marvel Snap, the popular collectible card game, faced significant downtime last week due to a diplomatic controversy related to TikTok. While the video app was blocked in the U.S. for a brief period, Marvel Snap remained offline for 24 hours on PC and a week on the App Store. This conflict arose because Nuverse, the game’s main publisher, is a subsidiary of Bytedance, the company that owns TikTok. Marvel Snap changes publisher after the fiasco with Bytedance In light of this situation, Second Dinner, the studio behind Marvel […]
Marvel Snap, the popular collectible card game, faced significant downtime last week due to a diplomatic controversy related to TikTok. While the video app was blocked in the U.S. for a brief period, Marvel Snap remained offline for 24 hours on PC and a week on the App Store. This conflict arose because Nuverse, the game’s main publisher, is a subsidiary of Bytedance, the company that owns TikTok.
Marvel Snap changes publisher after the fiasco with Bytedance
In light of this situation, Second Dinner, the studio behind Marvel Snap, announced its intention to take on most of the operational and publishing responsibilities internally. To carry out this transition, they will have the support of Skystone Games, a relatively new American publisher, founded in 2020 by David Brevik, known for his work at Blizzard.
In a statement published on social media, Second Dinner thanked both Nuverse and Skystone for their collaboration and announced that they have already signed agreements to bring most of the operational functions in-house. This measure aims to ensure service continuity and avoid future inconveniences like the one recently experienced.
The unexpected interruption of the game generated a wave of criticism among players, who have requested compensation for the days the service was offline. Among the suggested rewards are gaming experiences (XP) and Spotlight Keys, which has sparked an intense debate in the community.
Although Skystone Games has published titles since its inception, none have the same profile or popularity as Marvel Snap. The company is now in a crucial position to face the challenges posed by managing such a high-profile game and ensure that the service remains uninterrupted in the future.
The anticipated release of Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 will take place on February 4th, positioning itself as one of the most significant events at the start of this year in the video game industry. The sequel to the acclaimed medieval role-playing title has generated great expectations among gamers following the success of the first game, which managed to establish itself through word of mouth that catapulted it to wide recognition. The new installment promises to maintain and expand that rich gaming experience. The date to watch out for is February 2nd From the […]
The highly anticipated release of Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 will take place on February 4th, positioning itself as one of the most significant events at the start of this year in the video game industry. The sequel to the acclaimed medieval role-playing game has generated great expectations among gamers following the success of the first game, which managed to establish itself through word of mouth that catapulted it to wide recognition. The new installment promises to maintain and expand that rich gaming experience.
The date to watch out for is February 2nd
The development team has set different dates for the game’s early download, depending on the platform. Xbox users already have the option to download it now, while PS5 owners will be able to start preloading from February 2 at 5:00 PM Spanish time. Meanwhile, PC players will be able to access the download on Steam a day later, on February 3, at the same time.
A notable detail about this release is that it will not be available to play from 00:00 on February 4th, but gamers will have to wait until 17:00, the time set by the publisher to ensure a global synchronization for the game’s launch. This strategy aims to prevent any territory from gaining early access to the game, establishing a fair order for all users worldwide.
Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 is considered to be one of the most interesting medieval-themed role-playing games of all time, with immense gameplay and full of possibilities. PC players should be prepared with a good graphics card to enjoy the full experience that this anticipated title offers. Meanwhile, reviews and opinions about the game will arrive on February 3, just before its official release.
Recently, some Baldur’s Gate 3 players had early access to Patch 8, the latest major update of the game, before the stress test scheduled by Larian Studios. This update introduces several new features, notably the cross-play functionality, allowing players from different platforms to join and play online together. The stress test for Patch 8 is now underway, and Larian has released an explanatory video detailing how users can join friends playing on other consoles or on PC. This functionality is a highly anticipated […]
Recently, some Baldur’s Gate 3 players received early access to Patch 8, the latest major update of the game, before the stress test scheduled by Larian Studios. This update introduces several new features, among which the cross-play functionality stands out, allowing players from different platforms to join and play online.
The stress test for Patch 8 is now underway, and Larian has released an explanatory video detailing how users can join friends playing on other consoles or on PC. This functionality is a long-awaited addition that will expand the gaming community, offering opportunities for collaboration and challenges in a more integrated gaming experience.
Xbox Series S players will now be able to play in split-screen
One of the most anticipated additions by fans is the Photo Mode, which will allow players to capture highlights of their adventure in the world of Faerûn. Additionally, Patch 8 incorporates 12 new subclasses, enriching the customization options for characters. It is relevant to mention that, after the release of Baldur’s Gate 3 on Xbox Series X, Larian had to remove the split-screen option for Xbox Series S; however, this functionality will be available for Series S users after the implementation of Patch 8, which has been enthusiastically received among players.
Larian Studios has indicated that this test aims to identify and fix known bugs in Patch 8 before its official release to all players. Once the work on this update is completed, the studio will focus its efforts on its next project, called Excalibur. It is important to note that any possible sequel to Baldur’s Gate 3 will be developed by other studios, which marks a new stage for the iconic franchise.
Activision has not yet officially announced the next game in the renowned Call of Duty series, but it is expected to be released in October or November 2025. The expectation is that this new title will be a sequel to Black Ops II, set in the 2030s, and will continue the narrative of its predecessor, whose story took place in 2025. This year will mark the 20th consecutive anniversary of releases in the franchise, which has maintained a surprising regularity since 2005. It is likely to have a multiplatform beta. Rumors indicate that Call of Duty 2025 will feature a […]
Activision has not yet officially announced the next game in the renowned Call of Duty series, but it is expected to be released in October or November 2025. The expectation is that this new title will be a sequel to Black Ops II, set in the 2030s, and will continue the narrative of its predecessor, whose story was set in 2025. This year will mark the 20th consecutive anniversary of releases in the franchise, which has maintained a remarkable regularity since 2005.
It is likely to have a cross-platform beta
Rumors indicate that Call of Duty 2025 will feature a multiplayer beta prior to its release, likely scheduled for August 2025. This approach follows the trend set by previous titles in the series, and now that Microsoft owns Activision, the beta is expected to be conducted simultaneously on all platforms, including Xbox, PlayStation, and PC, with the possibility of an announcement related to Nintendo Switch 2.
As usual, pre-orders for Call of Duty 2025 cannot be made yet, but it is anticipated that they will open once the game is officially announced. Activision has kept both the plot details and development under wraps, although it is rumored that the game will continue the tradition of complex plots and political twists that characterize the Black Ops series.
Additionally, Call of Duty 2025 is expected to be available on Game Pass from its launch, just like its predecessor Black Ops 6. The series continues to use a proprietary game engine that has been adopted for all recent main installments, suggesting continuity in quality and gaming experience.
Although many details remain in the realm of speculation, the gaming community eagerly awaits official news confirming the direction this anticipated new chapter in the Call of Duty story will take.
On January 30, the popular action RPG game Hogwarts Legacy will release official modding support for PC through the CurseForge platform, which has sparked mixed reactions among console players. Many of these users have expressed their frustration on social media, feeling that they are being excluded from additional content that will only be available to PC players. Console players, dissatisfied with the decision, have voiced their discontent, highlighting that despite the inclusion of mod support in other titles like Skyrim and Baldur’s […]
On January 30, the popular action RPG game Hogwarts Legacy will launch official modding support for PC through the CurseForge platform, which has sparked mixed reactions among console players. Many of these users have expressed their frustration on social media, feeling that they are being excluded from additional content that will only be available to PC players.
Console players, dissatisfied with the decision
Console players have expressed their discontent, highlighting that despite the inclusion of mod support in other titles like Skyrim and Baldur’s Gate 3, their platform still has security restrictions that limit this functionality. This fact raised questions about whether fair comparisons are really being offered between the experiences of console and PC users. “And what do the other platforms have…? Seriously?” said a user on Twitter, questioning the exclusivity of the update for PC.
Although the developers of Hogwarts Legacy, Avalanche, have continuously improved the console experience since its release, such as a recent update that allowed players to equip a prison uniform, not all users are satisfied. Some long for more creative modding features, like the ability to fly through the skies on a vacuum cleaner, as shown in a video about the new update, illustrating consumer expectations.
Additionally, the controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling and her stances on gender identity has further complicated the perception of the game within the Harry Potter community. As the discussion on inclusivity in this universe progresses, support for PC modding adds another point of debate about the future of Hogwarts Legacy and its community.
Video games have been with us for decades. And they have been playable across different devices for decades. That doesn’t change the fact that there has always been a clear division between types of players. Console and PC players are two very different fandoms that, although they have blurred in recent times, still feel clearly differentiated. In part, because there is still a sense that console players are more numerous. That playing on consoles is more common than on computers, especially in Asia and the US. This is not entirely true. Not in Europe. […]
Video games have been with us for decades. And they have been playable across different devices for decades. That doesn’t mean there hasn’t always been a clear division between types of players. Console and PC gamers are two very different fandoms that, although they have blurred in recent times, still feel clearly differentiated. In part, because there is still a sense that console gamers are more numerous. That playing on consoles is more prevalent than on computers, especially in Asia and the USA.
This is not entirely true. Not in Europe. But it is true that, at best, there has always been a certain parity between the two, with mobile devices gaining the upper hand over both in recent years. But it seems that, in the future, the PC might come to dominate over consoles.
According to a recent GDC survey, 80% of developers are currently working on some kind of computer game. The previous year this figure was 66%. This is consistent with the interest shown in the PC as a platform for video games, which has increased from 62% in 2023 to a surprising 74% in 2024 for the developers surveyed.
What is the reason for this interest? There are multiple reasons, but the most evident one is found in the survey itself. And that is because 44% of respondents say that one of the platforms they are interested in developing for is Steam Deck. That is the key. Valve’s hybrid console and computer has opened many doors that were previously closed. Something that developers know and want to exploit.
What has Steam Deck brought to the table? A new way to play. Following the example of the Nintendo Switch, Valve’s proposal was to create a device that allows us to play the same games as on our computer, but away from the monitor. Not necessarily outside the house, but on the sofa, bed, or armchair; a comfortable place where it’s easy to relax. And that is its success. Being portable enough to take it outside the house, but its main use is to use it indoors as a simplified computer. As if it were a console that, if we want, can behave like a computer.
That’s why Steam Deck works so well. Because it’s a Nintendo Switch, but even better. And that has made all the hardcore gamers, those who spend the most money and dedicate the most time to playing, want to have one. Or if it’s not a Steam Deck, at least a similar device like the many that have come out over time copying its idea. Opening up a previously undiscovered market niche.
Consoles are not experiencing their best moment… and that weighs
Now then, why has this niche opened up precisely now? Because of the movements of the two giants: Microsoft and Sony. Moving beyond exclusivities, there are fewer and fewer reasons to own a console. With fewer releases, more spaced out, closed environments, and moreover, that don’t even remain exclusive, the shift towards devices that are as convenient as a console, but more durable, more versatile, and where game prices vary more in favor of the players is a logical move. Especially among the more dedicated gamers.
That is why it is not surprising that, while those who were dedicated to mobile games continue to focus on them, those who had a focus more on consoles are starting to look more towards the PC. A growing market with an audience with a very marked interest in the medium.
What will happen in the future is a mystery, but it is not bold to say that this will surely increase. Consoles are becoming more restrictive and less attractive. The PC, in contrast and by its own nature, remains an open and highly interesting platform. This simplicity in form and substance that the Steam Deck has brought and that others have followed is surely the next logical step in the industry and what Microsoft and Sony will also want to follow. That’s why it shouldn’t surprise us if the industry continues to lean towards the PC, looking eagerly at its possibilities. Because its future may lie in the more open and free realm of the computer.
Today, Steam users have the opportunity to claim three free downloads, but they must act quickly, as they only have one week to do so. This gift includes an animated avatar and two animated frames, ideal items for those who enjoy strategy games and military shooters. To obtain these free downloads, players only need to log into their Steam account and redeem them, without needing to use reward points. These downloads are available for a limited time. It is important to remember that these offers will only be available until January 27, 2025, in […]
Today, Steam users have the opportunity to claim three free downloads, but you must be quick, as you only have one week to do so. This gift includes an animated avatar and two animated frames, ideal items for those who enjoy strategy games and military shooters. To get these free downloads, players only need to log into their Steam account and redeem them, without the need to use reward points.
These downloads are for a limited time
It is important to remember that these offers will only be available until January 27, 2025, at 7 PM in Spain peninsular time and at 10 AM on the Pacific coast of the US. The ability to customize your profile with these animated tools has been well received by the community, with many users expressing their gratitude on social media. Comments like “Thank you for the gifts!” highlight the positive response these downloads have generated.
Additionally, although the use of animated avatars is not yet an option on the latest consoles, PC users can enjoy this feature on their Steam profiles, allowing them to stand out in the virtual crowd. This initiative is part of an ongoing effort to enrich the player’s experience, providing additional content that goes beyond the games themselves.
On the other hand, it has been mentioned that information about future free offers on Steam will be provided, suggesting that players can expect more surprises and gifts in the future. Until then, interested parties are advised not to miss the opportunity to customize their profile with these new additions. As Steam continues to evolve, video game enthusiasts should stay alert to the opportunities this platform offers.
An enthusiastic group of fans and modders has achieved what many believed impossible: creating a PC emulator that allows playing Bloodborne at 60 fps. Although this innovative tool, known as shadPS4, has some limitations in certain areas of the game, such as in Central Yharnam, where performance can drop to 40 fps due to high graphical load, players have been very satisfied with the overall experience. Not only the possibility of playing at more FPS: also a renewed visual aspect. This emulator not only enables a much higher frame rate but also allows […]
An enthusiastic group of fans and modders has achieved what many thought impossible: creating a PC emulator that allows playing Bloodborne at 60 fps. Although this innovative tool, known as shadPS4, presents some limitations in certain areas of the game, such as in Central Yharnam, where performance can drop to 40 fps due to high graphical load, players have been very satisfied with the overall experience.
Not only the possibility of playing at more FPS: also a renewed visual aspect
This emulator not only enables a much higher frame rate but also allows Bloodborne to be viewed in native resolutions of 1080p and even 1152p, if the PC configuration allows it. Additionally, modders have developed the Bloodborne Remaster project, which changes key visual aspects, including shadows, lighting, and textures, giving a different approach to the dark and captivating atmosphere that characterizes the game.
Player comments on various platforms reveal a collective desire for an official PC version of the game that runs at 60 fps, a wish that, to date, has not been fulfilled by Sony, due to Miyazaki himself, according to reports. Despite this, the Japanese giant has no immediate plans to release such an optimized version. However, it has announced an ambitious strategy to develop 9,000 new IPs by 2027, which could open the door to future developments related to the iconic franchise.
The Bloodborne community has expressed their gratitude to the modders for making the dream of playing this acclaimed title on PC a reality, highlighting the dedication and ingenuity behind these projects. While players enjoy the emulated and enhanced version, the wait for an official solution from Sony continues, leaving many hopeful that one day their wish will come true.
