At the recent Video Game Developers Conference, Microsoft presented early specifications of its upcoming console project, known as Project Helix. Although details are still limited, the company is committed to incorporating cutting-edge technologies that will shape the future of the next generation of consoles. A console powered by AI Driven by a custom AMD SoC, Project Helix will be designed in collaboration with the next generation of DirectX and FSR, promising a significant leap in graphical performance. According to Jason Ronald, vice president of Xbox, a “magnitude leap” in ray tracing capability is expected, […]
Although details are still limited, the company is committed to incorporating cutting-edge technologies that will shape the future of the next generation of consoles.
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Powered by a custom AMD SoC, Project Helix will be designed in collaboration with the next generation of DirectX and FSR, promising a significant leap in graphical performance.
According to Jason Ronald, vice president of Xbox, a “magnitude leap” in ray tracing capability is expected, along with improvements in texture compression through artificial intelligence, which could result in a smaller installation size for games.
Ronald highlighted that these innovations will allow developers to load data directly from the SSD, thus reducing the dependence on RAM and improving resource efficiency during gameplay. The combination of technologies like DirectStorage and Zstd will facilitate data access and increase the operational capacity of systems.
The development kits for Project Helix will be sent to developers in 2027, suggesting that the full details and capabilities of the console will be available later. However, some analysts have pointed out that this project could be Microsoft’s last attempt to make its hardware business viable. “There is no one in this industry who believes there will be another Xbox if this next machine fails,” noted an industry expert.
With a strong investment in rendering and simulation technologies, Microsoft seeks to differentiate itself in a highly competitive market, trying to galvanize interest ahead of the console launch. Expectations are high, and the gaming community is closely watching the developments around Project Helix.
Capcom has reached an important milestone with its new science fiction game, Pragmata, which has led to two million players downloading the free demo titled “Sketchbook.” In this demo, players take control of Hugh, a human astronaut, and his AI companion, Diana, facing mechanical enemies in a lunar facility. Capcom has highlighted the enthusiasm generated by the game, noting that it has reached two million wish lists and downloads. Pragmata is already on its way to being a success. The demo offers 20 minutes of intense action and a varied combat system, […]
Capcom has reached an important milestone with its new science fiction game, Pragmata, whose interest has led to two million players downloading the free demo titled “Sketchbook”. In this demo, players take control of Hugh, a human astronaut, and his AI companion, Diana, facing mechanical enemies in a lunar facility. Capcom has highlighted the enthusiasm generated by the game, noting that it has reached two million wishlists and downloads.
Pragmata is on its way to being a success
The demo offers 20 minutes of intense action and a varied combat system that encourages experimentation through the use of various weapons and hacking upgrades. Facing enemies like the Walkers and the Watchers, in addition to a powerful Sector Guard, provides a clear sample of the game’s mechanics. Players can choose different combat strategies, allowing them to customize the gaming experience according to their preferences, whether using a controller or keyboard and mouse.
The end of the demo, which includes a confrontation against the Guard Sector, has been highlighted as one of the most exciting parts, where players can feel the power of the weapons and the hacking skill. However, the brief period of 20 minutes leaves many wanting more, creating expectations for the full game release.
With Pragmata, Capcom seems to be on track to capture the public’s attention, and the growing interest could indicate the start of a new successful franchise. However, uncertainty remains about how the game’s narratives and mechanics will develop in its final release.
Last night one of the most anticipated events of the Summer Game Fest took place. We all expected to see what Sony would offer in its State of Play. Although they have some interesting games on the horizon, 2025 has not been a good year for the Japanese company. And it doesn’t seem like it will be great in the future. At least from what we could see last Wednesday, June 4, around 11 PM. It must be admitted that, although there was something for everyone’s taste, it was a very Japanese State of Play. Very focused on third parties and […]
Last night, one of the most anticipated events of the Summer Game Fest took place. We all expected to see what Sony would offer in its State of Play. Although they have some interesting games on the horizon, 2025 has not been a good year for the Japanese company. And it doesn’t seem like it will be great in the future. At least from what we could see last Wednesday, June 4, around 11 PM.
It must be admitted that, although there was something for everyone, it was a very Japanese State of Play. Very focused on third parties and for those whose tastes are more based on arcade-style games, or with a more video game approach, and less on narrative or cinematic video games. This may disappoint some people who expect a different approach from Sony after God of War, Uncharted, and The Last of Us, but the truth is that it was an exceptional State of Play in terms of pace and content. And for that reason, we have selected the best announcements so you don’t miss anything.
Lumines Arise
There are only three games that have been able to be as iconic and brilliant as Tetris in the world of puzzles: Puyo Puyo, Meteos, and Lumines. The latter will receive a new installment, as we have learned thanks to Sony, named Lumines Arise. Its premise is to be the same idea as always —grouping four or more symbols in a square or equivalent shape using pieces made up of combinations of one or two symbols— but now with more particles and even more spectacular graphics.
Clearly drinking from the tremendous success of Tetris Effect, it seems that the game is heavily inspired by Tetsuya Mizuguchi’s previous game. But let’s not kid ourselves either. Tetris Effect already drew a lot from Lumines. So we can expect to see what the result will be when it releases this upcoming autumn of 2025 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation VR.
Pragmata
Initially announced at E3 2020 for 2022, Pragmata has had a tumultuous development. So much so that we haven’t heard anything about it for 2 years and many people suspected it had been canceled. Nothing could be further from the truth, as the game has shown signs of life. And it is spectacular.
Highlighting some absolutely stunning graphics, where the quality of the design of the main girl stands out especially, the game seems pure Capcom. Resident Evil, but with more action and in a science fiction setting. Something we really can’t say no to. But to play it, we will still have to wait. Because Pragmata will be released in 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Romeo is a Dead Man
Goichi Suda, better known as Suda51, is one of the great authors of video games. Punk, unrestrained, with no intention of pleasing anyone, he always does what he wants, how he wants, and he doesn’t care if you like what he does. That’s why, if you like it, you’ll love it. And that is the case with Romeo is a Dead Man, a madness about a man trapped between life and death due to a time paradox that shattered the space-time continuum and now he must jump between dimensions to hunt down dangerous fugitives.
It promises to be violent. It promises to be hilarious. And it promises to be vulgar. But it is also deep, human, and a game like no other you have ever played. Because that’s what Goichi Suda’s games are about. However, to play it, we will have to wait until 2026, when we can enjoy it on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Silent Hill f
If there is a horror game that is highly anticipated this year, it is Silent Hill f. Written by one of the most celebrated authors of Japanese horror, putting his own spin on one of the most beloved franchises in the industry, it is impossible for this to go wrong. Especially now that we have finally seen gameplay. And it did not disappoint.
Dark, violent, and very psychological, it seems we will have to go through real hardships to progress in the game. Exactly what we want in a Silent Hill. Additionally, we have been given something even more important. Its release date. The game will be released on September 25 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. And keep a close eye. Because if there is a game in this article that is a contender for game of the year, it is this one.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles
In Europe, we never got to play one of the most celebrated games from the US and Japan within the Final Fantasy franchise. Moreover, it is not a game from the main franchise. Because Final Fantasy Tactics is one of the brightest games that has come from Square Enix and, even today, it still has one of the most impressive stories and one of the most satisfying battles in Tactic RPG.
This remastered version also has two good things. It will include an improved version, with full voice acting and updated graphics, but also the original version for those who want to enjoy what was playable on PlayStation. This time, with the acclaimed translation that the PSP version had. Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles will be released on September 30 for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Switch, Switch 2, and Xbox Series X/S.
Nioh 3
Team Ninja is in a very sweet spot, with many projects on the horizon. And now they have decided to add one that many fans were waiting for: a new installment of their most beloved franchise. Nioh 3 will take us to feudal Japan to face a tremendously challenging souls-like game where, as it seems in the trailer, we will have to choose between protagonists. One is a samurai, similar to the gameplay style of previous installments, and the other is a shinobi, with a style more akin to that of Tenchu.
With the demo now available, it is possible to try the game to see how well it works. And if it will live up to its previous games in the franchise. Even if we will still have to wait until 2026 to enjoy it, we will be able to play it on both PC and PlayStation 5.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls
But the big announcement has come from Marvel. Although not only from Marvel. Arc System Works in collaboration with PlayStation Studios has announced Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls. This is a 4 vs 4 tag team fighting game, where we choose four characters and alternate between them to fight. Closely following the style of previous games from the company, such as Guilty Gears or Dragon Ball FighterZ, it has a spectacular graphic style and a frantic pace that promises to captivate fighting game fans.
We have seen some of the playable characters, such as Spider-Man, Captain America, Iron Man, Star-Lord, Ms. Marvel, Storm, and Dr. Doom. However, like most games, we will still have to wait. Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls will be released on PC and PlayStation 5 in 2026. But given the promising look of all these games, it seems that PlayStation has plans, and the wait is well worth it.
