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The creators behind Ghost in the Shell have officially confirmed that the acclaimed work by Masamune Shirow will continue through a brand new anime production.
A new fan-made virtual project titled the Necropolis offers a space for players to mourn discontinued MMORPGs and always-online titles. Created by SomeoneTookMyYogurt, the digital environment features 367 headstones representing games that have closed, alongside empty plots for titles that were announced but never released.
Released on Oct. 18, 2011, Rocksteady’s Batman: Arkham City remains a landmark title in the superhero genre. Fifteen years after its debut, the game is still widely regarded as a masterpiece and the last universally beloved entry in the Batman franchise.
Rockstar Games stands out as a major third-party developer that continues to delay PC versions of its titles, unlike many other studios that have shifted toward simultaneous releases. Even developers like Vanillaware have transitioned to day-one PC availability, leaving Rockstar as a primary exception in the industry.
GamingTrend’s review of Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse describes the title as a tightly designed, enjoyable exploration game. While the reviewer successfully completed the map and obtained the best ending, they argue that the game’s branding as a Castlevania entry creates distracting, unfavorable comparisons to the series' established identity.
Microsoft has announced the departure of Helen Chiang from her role as Xbox Chief Operating Officer. According to an internal memo obtained by The Verge, Chiang is leaving the company after serving in the position for only three months.
Users of Steam Deck or Linux-based PCs have historically faced limited options for accessing PC Game Pass, often relying on installing Windows or utilizing XBOX Cloud Gaming. The latter requires a Game Pass Ultimate subscription costing 20,99 euros monthly and introduces latency issues dependent on connection stability.
Netflix reportedly attempted to secure exclusive film and television adaptation rights for Xbox intellectual property in a deal valued at $500 million for seven years. According to Matthew Belloni's newsletter at Puck, citing three sources, this proposal was initiated by former chief content officer Bela Bajaria.
As of October 25, several notable video games and media collections are available at discounted prices across various retailers. Major titles including Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Persona 3 Reload, and Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake are featured in current weekend promotions.
A recent industry analysis from Sensor Tower, reported via GamesIndustry.biz, highlights a notable surge in breakout game successes throughout 2026. The study defines a breakout as a title achieving at least 500,000 units sold within its initial 30 days of release.
Microsoft is ending unlimited cloud gaming access, replacing it with a system of monthly quotas and paid hourly packs. This shift, announced in late 2026, follows a period of economic pressure and a previous price hike for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate under Asha Sharma in October 2025.
The My Dress-Up Darling XOXO spin-off manga functions as a collection of short vignettes that provide supplemental insights into the lives of Marin Kitagawa and Wakana Gojo. According to Siliconera, these stories depict the characters during the timeline of the original series, offering a lighthearted experience that feels like a sweet treat for fans.