Bandai Namco Entertainment and Spike Chunsoft have released a hotfix to Dragon Ball Sparking Zero today, and this is to solve a few issues that surfaced from the DLC 3 Daima Character Pack 2 released last week.
However, one “fix” might not sit well with players, though it’s understandable why Bandai Namco is doing it.
The latest episode of Peacemaker Season 2 has just aired, and with it, the confirmation of what many fans online have been speculating about over the past few weeks.
After downloading and installing the mandatory title update that was rolled out alongside the DLC, players might have noticed that they were able to use some of the premium (read: paid) DLC characters for free, which, y’know, defeats the purpose of paying for said characters.
That “issue” is now resolved with today’s title update, which gamers will see as Dragon Ball Sparking Zero update 2.000.104.
Dragon Ball Sparking Zero Daima DLC Fighters Now Locked Behind Paywall via Patch 2.000.104
Bandai Namco announced the following as fixed in today’s patch:
In Classic Control mode, some skill or blast commands that include a guard button were unintentionally triggering guards.
Certain locked characters were able to be selected by mistake.
EA is taking a page right out of Activision's and even SEGA's marketing book, as a new live-action trailer for Battlefield 6 has been released, featuring some high-profile celebrities.
While there is another fix included in today’s update that necessitated a fix, you can bet that DLC characters being playable for free was the main bug Bandai Namco wanted to fix ASAP, hence hte quick patch turnaround. Mind, I don’t blame the publisher, since it will hurt their bottonline if they don’t patch it right away. I just hope that other gameplay-related bugs and issues would be targeted as swiftly.
The new characters in the Daima Character Pack 2 include:
Goku (Mini) – Super Saiyan 4
Goku (Daima) – Super Saiyan 4
Vegeta (Daima) – Super Saiyan 3
Majin Duu
Third Eye Gomah
Giant Gomah
If you want to play as these characters, it’s best to get your wallet ready.
At the 2025 Tokyo Game Show, Capcom put a Switch 2 and Resident Evil: Requiem in my hands, and honestly it felt like they were just showing off how well they know how to nail the Resident Evil formula at this point.
Pocketpair Inc. has released Palworld update 1.079.736, which is a minor update addressing some dungeon-related bugs.
Don’t expect much with this update beyond a few minor changes.
Palworld Update 1.079.736 Patch Notes for 9/28
Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue where the game would crash when re-entering a dungeon after summoning a Mimog and saving inside the dungeon.
Mechanic Adjustments
The warning that appears when the world settings are set too high for the system playing the game will now show once every 15 minutes.
As mentioned, there’s not a whole lot to this update other than a few things. The update, which is now available on all platforms, does not bring any unexpected downtime or anything and is relatively small in size, so you’ll be able to jump back into the action as soon as it downloads.
For those who missed the news, Palworld 1.0 is now planned to launch in 2026. Details on the update are still limited, but generally speaking, when a game reaches 1.0, it means it’s exiting early access and is considered “feature complete.” However, don’t expect the content to stop rolling in because of it, as we’re sure more Palworld content will be released after that update.
But in the meantime, we’ll just have to make do with these more minor updates, and of course, anything left on the roadmap leading to the 1.0 launch.
A gamer at heart, James has been working for MP1st for the last decade to do exactly what he loves, writing about video games and having fun doing it. Growing up in the 90's gaming has been in his DNA since the days of NES. One day he hopes to develop his own game.
As promised by Capcom, Monster Hunter Wilds’ Title Update 3 is now live, and this brings the Final Fantasy 14 collaboration content into the game.
The latest major update for Monster Hunter Wilds is live now on consoles and PC, and this adds a new quest, new monster variant, and a lot more. There’s a lot to take in with the patch, which players will see as Monster Hunter Wilds update 1.030.010, and should be a hefty download.
The latest episode of Peacemaker Season 2 has just aired, and with it, the confirmation of what many fans online have been speculating about over the past few weeks.
For those on PS5, you should see two downloads for some reason. After rolling out update 1.030.000, the game then released another update as version 1.030.010, which we can confirm is the current version.
For the file size, complete patch notes and more, read on for the info.
Monster Hunter Wilds x Final Fantasy 14 Content Update Delivers New Content for Free via Patch 1.030.010
Note: Make sure to have enough additional storage to allow for slight differences in final size.
Major Additions and Changes
Monsters
– The FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Special Collaboration will begin starting Monday September 29, 2025.
– FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Special Collaboration extra missions have been added.
– Nerscylla Clone has been added. Reach HR 41 to unlock an extra mission that unlocks Nerscylla Clone.
– Omega Planetes has been added. Reach HR 41+ to unlock an extra mission that unlocks Omega Planetes.
– The extreme-difficulty 9★ Omega Planetes permanent quest has been added. The Omega Planetes event quest can be accepted from the Quest Counter when you are HR 100+ after completing the Omega Planetes extra mission.
– Arch-tempered Nu Udra has been added. (It will be made available in a future Event Quest.)
– Quests targeting monster packs will now appear.
– Regular and tempered versions of Lagiacrus will now appear in the Wounded Hollow at HR 100 or higher.
– Additional 9★ tempered monsters (Blangonga etc.) have been added as event quests.
For those looking forward to Battlefield 6, and it seems there are a lot of you who do, you'll be very glad to know that you'll soon be able to preload the game, as Electronic Arts has changed it to be much sooner.
Player
– New equipment and skills have been added.
– New pendants and stickers have been added.
– New gestures and more have been added.
– New Seikret decorations have been added.
– Icon colors has been altered to better differentiate options in Bowgun customization.
– The Equipment Appearance Set has now been added to the View Loadouts menu.
– Widgets for Quests Completed, Weapon Usage, Endemic Life Keychains, and Aquatic Life Ink Imprints have been added.
– Added new Support Hunter—Kai, a hunting horn user—who will become available to join quests after completing the main mission “A Hunter’s Pride.”
– The Blackest Night and Pictomancy will not trigger cooldowns while in the training area, and The Blackest Night’s shield durability is set to 1 HP.
Base and Facilities
– New pop-up camp gear options have been added.
– A new Festival of Accord event will be held from October 22 to November 12, 2025.
– The following features will be temporarily modified during the Festival of Accord: the Handler’s Outfit; Seikret decoration; the Diva’s song list; the Grand Hub decorations; the Canteen’s menu; Barrel Bowling; and Barrel Bowling Bombs.
– In the Grand Hub, The Diva’s song list has been updated.
– Scores for each target and a daily high score count has been added to Barrel Bowling.
– Added new pin setups to Barrel Bowling.
– View Loadouts, found in the Equipment Menu tab in the tent, will now display in the Item Menu tab, and in the Camp Item Box outside of the tent.
Misc.
– The extra mission “The Artifact’s Words” has been added. (This mission becomes available after having completed the main mission “What Lies Ahead.”)
– The extra mission “The Beacon of Invasion” has been added. (This mission becomes available after having completed the extra mission “The Artifact’s Words.”)
– New endemic life has been added.
– Support hunter selection will now be saved. (However, because available Support Hunters change based on your quest and progression, some selected Support Hunters may not be able to join you. In this event, another Support Hunter will join you instead.)
– You can now set your Quest Completion Animations.
– A third option has been added to the Item Bar Display option. Type 3 displays only special and slinger-related items while aiming/during focus mode.
– A warning dialogue will now appear when there are multiple controls bound to the same key in Control Configuration.
– Added an option to select a certain Keyboard Shortcut when pressing the Switch to Keyboard Shortcut key. Options are available for both Keyboard-only use and Keyboard/Controller use.
– Palico support moves can now be toggled on or off.
– Palicoes will now stop using Rath-from-Above and focus on healing the player when the player requires healing during its use.
– A Palico Dialogue Frequency option has been added.
– The nearest Pop-up Camp will now automatically be highlighted from the Fast Travel List when a waypoint and quest target is selected. (Quest targets are set automatically at the beginning of a quest.)
– The default placement of the cursor in the Quest Counter menu has been changed to Assignments. Additionally, cursor placement will now be remembered when returning to the menu or exiting the game.
– Squad leader privileges will now be automatically transferred after 30 days without logging in.
– Squad requests can now be sorted.
– Added a new option regarding Support Hunters in quest options for Free Challenge Quests.
– Added Set Passcode and Allow Other Hunter Friends to Join options in Link Party settings.
– Added Joinable via Hunter Friend Search option when creating a private lobby. When this option is selected, the lobby can be joined from the Hunter Friend Search section of Lobby Search.
– Added option to appear offline.
– Added Conversation Log to the start and tent menus.
– Added shortcut that moves to reinforcement screen directly from the Forging Artian Weapons screen.
– Added sorting functionality to Forging Artian Weapons, Reinforce, and Dismantle screens.
– Added Switch Lighting option to the Check Endemic Life screen.
– Supply items distributed at the start of a quest are now distributed earlier than before.
– Added shortcut that moves to Equipment Appearance directly from the Change Equipment screen.
– Training settings will now be remembered after returning to the title screen or ending the game.
– A Facilities/NPCs map icon filter has been added, making it easier to find important NPCs.
– Normal monsters not previously included in Environment Overview Updates are now also listed on the Update list.
– The map can now be zoomed even while the Filter Icons menu is open.
– The default placement of the cursor when selecting Return from Quest from the start menu or when talking with Alma will now be over the “No” option.
At the 2025 Tokyo Game Show, Capcom put a Switch 2 and Resident Evil: Requiem in my hands, and honestly it felt like they were just showing off how well they know how to nail the Resident Evil formula at this point.
Bug Fixes & Balance Adjustments
Bases and Facilities
– Monsters will no longer automatically target Pop-up Camps. The monster threat level will now be displayed as “Caution.”
– Destroyed Camp Gear Options will now be repaired when repairing a destroyed Pop-up Camp.
– Fixed an issue where performing specific actions would unintentionally switch your main and secondary layered weapon.
– Fixed an issue where the Shell Hammer layered weapon could not be unlocked.
– Layered weapon settings have been added for some bowguns that are not fully upgraded.
Monsters
– Lagiacrus will now appear after resting when choosing Plenty in the Scarlet Forest.
– Fixed an issue where Lagiacrus was able to counterattack too quickly after a successful Power Clash.
– Fixed an issue where Lagiacrus and Seregios would fall into repeated action loops when being lured.
– Fixed an issue where the “Pitfall Trap: Effective” message would repeatedly appear and Lagiacrus would not emerge from the water when falling into a Pitfall Trap at the same time it began to enter the water.
– Fixed an issue where Dung Pods and Luring Pods would not effect Arch-tempered Uth Duna when it was charging forward while creating waves.
– Fixed an issue where only the player or monster would react when successfully performing an Offset Attack or Power Clash during online play.
Player
General
– A crouch input can now be buffered directly after sheathing your weapon or landing while sheathing your weapon.
– Fixed an issue where the Coalescence skill would activate when receiving an ailment curing effect even when not afflicted by an ailment.
– Mantle cooldowns will now reset when starting or ending a quest. (This does not include: starting or ending a Field Survey without a loading screen.)
– Fixed an issue where using certain controls while swimming would open the map.
Great Sword – Fixed an issue where guarding would not work when aiming down in certain situations during Focus Mode.
Dual Blades
Fixed an issue where Turning Tidedrill would continue for longer than intended under certain circumstances.
Lance
– Increased the distance moved when using, Leaping Thrust, Mid Thrust I, and Payback Thrust while your weapon is drawn, even when a direction other than forward is inputted. (This will make it easier to adjust distances while using control type 2.)
Switch Axe
– Dodge is now available to use quicker after Element Discharge and the Focus Assault: Morph Combination Element Discharge Finisher.
Charge Blade
– Fixed an issue where the player would not receive Element Boost when successfully Perfect Guarding too early with Shield: Elemental Boost.
Support Hunters
– Increased the attack power and defense of Support Hunters for when the quest leader is at HR 75 and HR 100 or higher.
– Boosted Support Hunter stats during high-difficulty quests.
– Adjusted the behavior of Support Hunters when mounting a monster.
– Fixed an issue where Support Hunter abilities and appearance did not match during Arena and Challenge Quests.
– Fixed an issue where Rosso would not attack while waiting near a trap.
– Fixed an issue where Mina would repeatedly use focus attacks against wounds she could not reach.
Seikret
– Fixed an issue where the Seikret would not run to the Hunter at full speed when the player left base camp or settlement after calling the Seikret and not riding it.
– Seikret can now jump down ledges that previously required them to be running at full speed by holding the Sprint button. This allows the ledges to be used at times the player cannot be moving at full speed, like when using items. (This will not apply during some story quests.)
Miscellaneous
System PlayStation®5
– Fixed an issue where, under certain conditions, PS5 activity progress would stay at 95% even after completing them all.
Quests
– Fixed an issue where Nulberries were included in supply items for Seregios quests, and added Wild Jerky to supply items.
– Difficult contributions will now be more likely to appear in the Hunter Highlights.
– Fixed an issue that caused the following incorrect message to display when viewing the rankings for a new Free Challenge Quest: “This is a repeated quest. You can view the results from when it was last available.”
– Fixed an issue where accepted or joining an Alpha Doshaguma Field Survey quest would cause it to be determined as fraudulent.
– Four quests where ore and armor spheres can be obtained have been added as permanent quests. These quests are the following: Tongue-Tied; Wreaking Havoc in Wyveria; Chemicus Nocturnus; and Careening Out of Control.
Other
– Fixed an issue where some voice lines would not trigger properly.
– Fixed various text issues.
– Fixed other miscellaneous issues.
With a patch this big, don’t be surprised if something breaks, which will then need a follow-up update. If Capcom releases one, expect it here on MP1st.
Announced during the Tokyo Game Show this year, Metal Gear Solid Delta's Online Multiplayer Mode, "Fox Hunt," has finally been given a release date, as well as some new details.
It looks like The Finals is going to…Heaven? That’s according to the latest teaser by Embark Studios, saying that they’ll be opening the pearly gates on October 2, 2025.
I hope you’ve been a good player, because it seems the alternative may be falling into a sea of molten lava.
The curtains have been pulled back, and Season 8 of The Finals is now underway! With details released alongside its launch, Embark Studios has introduced some rather surprising new features to the game, with one of them being full mouse and keyboard support on consoles!
For those who want to use KBM on consoles, your wish has been granted!
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The Finals Look to be Heading to Heaven
Mark your calendars for October 2, 2025, because something angelic is apparently happening in The Finals. As shared on the game’s social media, the pearly gates are soon going to open in The Finals. We don’t know exactly what that means, but a teaser accompanying the announcement on social media shows a tall, towering structure sinking into what appears to be Hell, with staircases on top leading into Heaven, literally.
We’re going to take a guess and assume this is a new mode (timed?) of sorts, likely somewhat of a Battle Royale where teams race against one another, battling it out in a sinking skyscraper, and trying to be the last remaining survivor, or first to reach “Heaven.” With Halloween being next month too, we wouldn’t be surprised if this is tied to being a seasonal event for it too.
Whatever it is, it has fans talking.
Of course, with the in-universe lore being that The Finals is a massive virtual game show, anything can happen. And it has, as the game features meteor showers, alien invasions, and a few other oddities that have made players shout “WTF!” I suppose Heaven (and possibly Hell) wouldn’t be all that strange, all things considered, but it’s still a pretty surprise.
Guess we’ll all find out when Embark reveals whatever this is on October 2, 2025. However, this won’t be the only thing we’ll be getting this month, at least from Embark Studios, as their other game, ARC Raiders, also launches (pre-orders now live) later in October with an open server slam playtest scheduled for October 17, 2025. It certainly is a busy month for the studio, and we cannot wait to see what they bring out next month.
One of the most requested features for The Finals is finally coming, and we're talking about kill cams, which Embark Studios has dubbed "Instant Replays.
A gamer at heart, James has been working for MP1st for the last decade to do exactly what he loves, writing about video games and having fun doing it. Growing up in the 90's gaming has been in his DNA since the days of NES. One day he hopes to develop his own game.
Good news for Nintendo Switch 2 owners, looking forward to Resident Evil Requiem, as we managed to get some hands-on time with it during TGS 2025, and although we weren’t able to determine the framerate the game was running at, based on what we played, fans can look forward to an experience that truly feels “next-gen” for the platform.
Cutbacks, of course, are expected, but early signs are already looking very promising, and Capcom’s level of optimization on the Switch 2 seems to be paying off in a big way.
With Resident Evil Requiem (Resident Evil 9), Capcom isn't just introducing a new protagonist, but they are also looking to shake things up when it comes to how players experience horror and the cycle that comes with it.
Resident Evil Requiem Switch 2 Version Impresses, Graphically and Performance Wise
Screenshot taken from PC (Steam) version
Look, as much as I love my Nintendo Switch 2, I won’t deny that it feels like a small step up from the original Nintendo Switch. Perhaps that’s due to how similar they look, as well as the fact that most games receive a resolution bump, rather than any major visual differences. Although I’d argue that Cyberpunk 2077 makes a strong case for pushing the Switch 2 to its limits, as I never once dreamed of that game running on the hardware, even if it does target 30fps in handheld mode.
But that all seems to be changing, at least in the types of games that we are going to start seeing on the Switch 2, as Capcom has made great strides in their porting department, bringing not only older and recently released titles to the platform, but soon, their newest mainline Resident Evil, Resident Evil Requiem.
Screenshot taken from PC (Steam) version
We recently sent one of our staff to attend TGS to try out the game, and while they left the demo feeling very impressed by what Capcom has created for a game, it was the Switch 2 version that ended up surprising them the most. The reason? Well, despite being downgraded in resolution and presumably frame rate, along with textures and other graphical areas, the game retained much of the visual look found on the other consoles. That, in part, is due to the heavy lifting of the game’s art direction and the art team’s brilliant use of lighting, coloring, and other atmospheric techniques, which allow it to still look stunning, even with some of the technical cutbacks.
Of course, there were some noticeable differences, such as the lower polygon count in some character models and environments, but they were never distracting enough to detract from the overall experience. The real star of the show was the performance, as the game ran incredibly smoothly. We weren’t able to get an exact frame rate, and I want to be very careful highlighting that this statement is “opinion-based” and not factual, but it felt like a consistent 60 frames per second, a major achievement for a game of this caliber on a handheld device.
While yesterday's Resident Evil Requiem gameplay trailer was impressive with its graphical fidelity and seamless transitions, we haven't seen anything yet.
Although, for all I know, it could have been playing at 30fps. Given the game’s slower-paced nature, with a mixture of various graphical techniques, it’s not out of the realm that a 30fps could feel like a 60fps. The only game I can think of that had a case like that is the 2014 PlayStation exclusive, developed by the now-defunct Evolution Studios, Driveclub. A racing game that ran at 30fps, but due to its extensive graphical features, motion blur, and other techniques, the game didn’t appear to be a 30fpsexperience.
News outlet Shacknews also shared a video of the same demo we played, showing how the gamer runs on the Switch 2.
Yeah, it’s hard to believe the game is running this smoothly, and again, it’s hard to say if it’s 60fps, 30fps, or uncapped FPS with DLSS and VRR helping smooth out the framerate. From our hands-on experience, we didn’t notice any actual dips while playing.
Of course, if you plan on playing this on PC, PS5, or the Xbox Series X|S, you’re going to be getting a more graphically feature-complete game with higher resolution. Hair textures, for example, on the Switch 2 appear to have the hair strands option disabled, along with missing some of the ray tracing features (it has its own, I believe) that are found on other platforms.
There’s definitely a difference between the Switch 2 version and the other platforms. However, as far as delivering an experience that still feels “next-gen” for the platform, Capcom has certainly delivered. It’s a game that will undoubtedly impress Switch 2 owners, showcasing the console’s capabilities and setting a high bar for future releases. The trade-offs are minor when considering the overall quality of the experience, and the fact that such a visually rich and performant game can run on a handheld device is truly remarkable. Resident Evil Requiem on Switch 2 is shaping up to be a must-have title, proving that the console can indeed deliver experiences that stand toe-to-toe with its more powerful counterparts, even with some concessions.
Resident Evil Requiem launches on February 27, 2025, on the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. It’s also rumored to be coming to the PS4, either at launch, or a later date.
A gamer at heart, James has been working for MP1st for the last decade to do exactly what he loves, writing about video games and having fun doing it. Growing up in the 90's gaming has been in his DNA since the days of NES. One day he hopes to develop his own game.
This is a server-side hotfix, and players on all platforms won’t need to download anything, as the fixes will be applied once players connect to the game’s servers.
At the 2025 Tokyo Game Show, Capcom put a Switch 2 and Resident Evil: Requiem in my hands, and honestly it felt like they were just showing off how well they know how to nail the Resident Evil formula at this point.
Delta Force Hotfix on Sept. 28 Fixes Technical Issues
Bug Fixes & Optimizations,
Layali Grove – Normal will be available on Mobile, PC, and Console on every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (UTC) starting from October 3rd
The G.T.I. Expansion Crate can be repurchased after being sold
Fixed some unbalanced positions under the waterfall in Layali Grove
Fixed the issue where MK47’s range display was incorrect in Operations
Fixed the occasional issue where the season mission rewards displayed incorrectly in Operations
Fixed the issue where certain text of the season mission was wrong in Operations
Fixed the sound effect error in the loadout interface of Hotzone
Fixed the UI error on the Commander’s page in Victory UniteZ
Fixed the issue where the vehicle deployment point was outside the combat area in Cyclone
Fixed the occasional issue where UI disappears when Raptor uses Silver Wing
Fixed the occasional issue where the progress of Golden Bird Nest (the easter egg scene) cannot be advanced
Fixed the occasional issue where the UI in Victory Unite was unresponsive
Fixed the occasional issue where Sineva’s rear shield was not in effect
Fixed the occasional issue where the sound effect of Hackclaw’s Signal Decoder remained
Fixed the occasional issue where Tempest couldn’t self-revive when knocked down
Fixed the weapon preset error when using a Gear Ticket
Fixed the situation where data usage was abnormal on mobile devices.
There’s no word whether if we’re getting a follow-up client patch, but if we do hear anything about it, we’ll be sure to let our readers know.
EA is taking a page right out of Activision's and even SEGA's marketing book, as a new live-action trailer for Battlefield 6 has been released, featuring some high-profile celebrities.
The latest episode of Peacemaker Season 2 has just aired, and with it, the confirmation of what many fans online have been speculating about over the past few weeks. In a shocking revelation that even caught the developers at Epic Games by surprise, the dance emote (Peaceful Hips) used in the show’s intro was removed from Fortnite due to its potential secret meaning.
Fair warning, if you haven’t watched the latest episode (S2E6 Ignorance is Chris) of Peacemaker Season 2, there will be spoilers ahead.
EA is taking a page right out of Activision's and even SEGA's marketing book, as a new live-action trailer for Battlefield 6 has been released, featuring some high-profile celebrities.
Fortnite Removes the Peacemaker Dance
If you’ve been keeping up with Season 2 of Peacemaker, then by now you know the twist that was introduced in the latest episode, “Ignorance is Chris.” Towards the end of the episode, when the rest of the remaining 11th Street Kids crew (John Economos, Leota Adebayo, Vigilante, and Emilia Harcourt) travel to the alternative universe to try and get Chris (Peacemaker) back, it’s revealed that Chris’ “perfect” universe isn’t so perfect as the members quickly take notice that there are no people of color in this world, with Chris realizing after looking at the alternative Earth’s version of the American Flag, which featured the version of the Swaszika used by the Nazi party.
For weeks, many had speculated that this would be the big twist for the alternative Earth (which, in DC comics canon, is Earth X), given the absence of people of color in the early episodes and the flags being folded. Once people started to realize that, other clues began to become more apparent, including in the intro, where only Chris and other characters from Earth X are seen using a questionable dancing pose that many have declared to symbolize the Swastika.
Although when you align the two poses together, they form a more unusual shape, resembling an “H,” it does seem to hint at the twist, given all the new context laid out. For some, that might be a stretch, though, putting Season 1’s intro into perspective, after its big twist was revealed, many were in agreement that the intro was actually hinting at Project Butterfly as the characters would throw their hands up in the motion of wings, thought initially to be a reference to an eagle.
For those looking forward to Battlefield 6, and it seems there are a lot of you who do, you'll be very glad to know that you'll soon be able to preload the game, as Electronic Arts has changed it to be much sooner.
Whether or not the Season 2 dance is indeed referencing a Nazi Swastika, it has certainly put Epic Games on edge, as they’ve removed the emote entirely from the game pending clarification from DC.
“As we inquire into our partner’s creative intentions in this collab. Assuming it’s not coming back, we’ll issue refunds in the next few days.” A rep told DiscussingFilms on X.
The dance removal has sparked a pretty heated discussion on social media, with many calling it a stretch, and rather than remove it entirely, it should have been replaced with Season 1’s dance. Others have pointed out the hypocrisy of Epic Games in this removal, as skins for D4vd, Kanye West & Elon Musk all remain, with D4vd currently under investigation for murder and pedophilia, Kanye West claiming that Hitler did nothing wrong and even releasing a song about him, and Elon Musk allegedly pulling a Nazi salute earlier this year at a Trump event.
Whether intentional or not on James Gunn’s part, we suppose Epic Games is playing it safe with this one, despite the controversy around the skins mentioned above. If the emote is not returned, those who purchased it will be refunded.
We suppose this will likely spark some changes at Epic Games, where they’ll need to be informed in every facet of a collab to avoid potentially including something that could change in its meaning later in said IP.
Announced during the Tokyo Game Show this year, Metal Gear Solid Delta's Online Multiplayer Mode, "Fox Hunt," has finally been given a release date, as well as some new details.
A gamer at heart, James has been working for MP1st for the last decade to do exactly what he loves, writing about video games and having fun doing it. Growing up in the 90's gaming has been in his DNA since the days of NES. One day he hopes to develop his own game.
EA is taking a page right out of Activision’s and even SEGA’s marketing book, as a new live-action trailer for Battlefield 6 has been released, featuring some high-profile celebrities.
But don’t think for a minute that this is a trailer for Call of Duty, as things quickly take a turn for the better, as the series reaffirms its commitment to “Gritty Realism” and authenticity.
While Battlefield Portal was first introduced in Battlefield 2042, community-created experiences didn't really catch on, largely because most of them didn't offer XP when people played in these user-created playlists.
Battlefield 6 Throws Shade at Call of Duty
Taking a look at the video’s thumbnail above, you’d probably take a wild guess and think to yourselves, “So Battlefield is going to have celebrities and goofy skins?” Well, you’d be wrong, because if you haven’t hit play already, then you really should.
The live-action Battlefield 6 trailer, which features (and I’m not using the wording “stars” on purpose) Hollywood actor Zac Efron, NBA Star Jimmy Butler, singer Morgan Wallen, and MMA fighter Paddy Pimblett for a measly 20 seconds, is a clear reference to Call of Duty’s past marketing, where they would use celebs in their live-action trailers. Rather than build an entire trailer around them, EA and the Battlefield Studios make light work of the guest celebs by blowing them up within the first 20 seconds of the video, with the tone of the trailer shifting to something far more serious as more believable soldiers roll in. One soldier says,” Who was that?” while another responds with “Doesn’t matter.”
Have you ever played a game of Conquest in a Battlefield game where the enemy team just has your team completely dominated to the point that you don't even have one flag? This is something that most likely has happened to any Battlefield player at one point or another.
It’s clear shade thrown at Call of Duty for their overreliance on celebrities as a selling point. Though technically hypocritical for even featuring them in the first place, the message is pretty loud and clear.
Despite the shade thrown, it’s all in good fun, much like Nintendo and SEGA had in the early 90s when they competed against each other, which is something we’re seeing today, at least on the SEGA side, where the publisher is throwing shade at Mario Kart with its recent release of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Got to love it!
Now the bigger question is, will Call of Duty respond to Battlefield 6’s marketing with a little bit of their own? We wouldn’t be shocked, considering that the publisher and studios are already reacting to some of the backlash Battlefield 6 has brought to the Call of Duty franchise by simply aiming to be more authentic when it comes to skins. Treyarch has already cancelled some big collaborations that were initially planned for the game, and even halted the carry-forward feature that would bring over past purchased skins into the game.
With two months to go until the release of Black Ops 7, we wouldn’t be surprised if they try to respond in their own creative way. Either way, a little competition is good, and we’re excited to see how both franchises push each other in the coming years.
Battlefield 6 officially launches on October 10, 2025, on the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Pre-loading for Battlefield 6 will begin this week, on October 6, 2025, for all platforms.
While literally almost every first-person shooter game available on console offers aim assist in single-player and multiplayer modes, some gamers might have been used to aim assist being so strong that it almost does the work for you.
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The EA Sports FC series has found itself in a similar position to many sports titles, where the on-field product remains as authentic and compelling as ever. However, the lack of major changes across various game modes has led to a consistent decline in the series’ performance on this latest generation of consoles.
Thankfully, EA Sports has managed to bounce back this year with franchises like Madden NFL 26, and EA Sports FC 26 looks to do the same by focusing on what has made the series great in the past, its gameplay.
Refinement at its Core
Soccer, or football as it’s known around most of the world, is one of the grandest sports in the world, with rabid fan bases and traditions that date back much longer than most fans attending have even been alive. If there’s one thing that the series has consistently done across the years, whether it was called FIFA or FC, it’s provided a true-to-life experience on the pitch for players on a presentation level in each and every game. The recreated stadiums, iconic intros like West Ham’s “I’m Forever Blowing Bubbles” that I never skip, and the overall broadcast make the game feel as authentic as possible. EA Sports FC 26 boasts over 120 stadiums, 35 leagues, and more than 20,000 players across 750 clubs, which is truly impressive. This also includes leagues that can only be found in the FC series, such as the UEFA Champions League, Premier League, and the Barclays Women’s Super League, to name a few.
The presentation is not the only way that EA Sports is looking to bring authenticity to the game, though. To help make the game more accessible to a wider range of players, EA Sports FC 26 now has two preset gameplay types, Competitive and Authentic. Choosing Competitive means that there will be higher responsiveness and a higher level of player control, with a larger focus on the online modes in the game. Authentic gameplay, on the other hand, is more focused on being more realistic with a more accurate match tempo and speed for the various offline modes, especially in Career Modes.
A big focus by the development team in this year’s game was on the fundamentals that are at the very core of the gameplay. This includes dribbling, defending, passing, attacking, and many other skills. For instance, Dynamic Dribbling gives you enhanced control of the ball, while movement now feels more agile and explosive than the players that often felt more sluggish in the past.
Goalkeeper fundamentals were something they also paid close attention to, aiming to make them be more reliable and play more true-to-life than in the past. This was further enhanced with a new control scheme that allows you to have better control of the goalkeeper themselves. Using machine learning to analyze specific scenarios that a goalkeeper may face in a game, EA Sports FC 26 now has much smarter and consistent goalkeepers than ever before.
The Little Things
Compared to some other EA Sports games, where the Ultimate Team mode is a secondary option to others like Career mode, Ultimate Team is always one of the biggest attractions year in and year out for the FC series. Ultimate Team first debuted back in FIFA 09 and has had a major place ever since. This mode tasks you with building the best team you can by using collected player cards that you obtain through various means.
At the start, you get to select your league, which provides you with a starter pack for both a men’s and an associated women’s team. For instance, if you select Premier League for men’s, you get the Barclays Women’s Super League pack with it. It’s still great to see the integrated Ultimate Team that allows both men and women on the same intergender roster too. The goal in FUT is to build the best team possible using the lineup of player cards available to you. At the start, this is going to look pretty rough, with players ranging in the 60’s and 70’s for overall rating. This lineup can be improved pretty quickly though with some challenges to get better players, as well as just opening card packs that you earn or purchase with earned currency in the game.
New to FUT are live events that you can partake in throughout the year, with some events requiring specific criteria to enter. This means you’ll have to shape your roster in unique ways depending on the event, including having to disrupt some chemistry to fit certain archetypes. I enjoyed having these added to the mode as something to switch things up a little alongside the rest. At its core though, FC Ultimate Team is mostly as you knew it from last year and really other recent years, so you should not expect to all of a sudden like it if you didn’t like it in the past. On the other side of the coin, if you love playing FC Ultimate Team every year, you’ll once again have a blast here.
Manager Career now comes in two varieties in EA Sports FC 26, Live and Original. The original is the same old Manager Career that it has been for a few years now, which is still fun to play, but definitely feels a bit dated. The Live version introduces live events and challenges based on real-world events, making the mode more dynamic. These events are added weekly and monthly. These live updates bring real-world scenarios and alternative storylines into the mix that can make things much more interesting when it comes to injuries, trade rumors, and more. For example, one of your star players may come to you before a big game and tell you that they really need the game off, which can really upset your team’s balance to where you have to overcome adversity.
The rest of the Manager’s Career is just as it always is: you take control of a team and get to hire coaches, sign players, trade players, play games, and just do all the aspects of running the team. Even with this new addition of live events, though, Manager Career still feels way too similar to the past, especially if you pick the offline Original version. This is a mode that really needs a major revamp, like we saw with Madden’s Franchise this year, so hopefully that is in the pipeline in a subsequent entry.
Choose Your Archetype
Player Career is also mostly as it has been, though with a little bit of spice added in the form of new Archetypes based on the best in the sport. At the start, you get the option to start with a fresh new season or jump into live start points where you join the ongoing football season based on their standings. From there, you can select to create a new men’s player, play as a real player from today, or even play as an icon like David Beckham. The icons have permanent options and temporary options, so keep an eye out on this throughout the life of the game. After creating your player to look as you would like, you get to choose if they have a Clean Slate origin story or a custom one. The custom allows you to choose things like your age, skill level, and personality types before jumping in.
Selecting your position comes next, which is where the all new Archetypes come into play. After selecting one of the four positions of Attacker, Midfielder, Defender, or Goalkeeper, you get to select from one of 13 different Archetypes that are dependent on which position you chose. For example, if you select the Attacker position, you’ll have access to the Ronaldinho-inspired Magician Archetype, the Alex Morgan-inspired Finisher Archetype, or the Zlatan Ibrahimovic-inspired Target Archetype. For Career Mode, you are locked to only one Archetype for your entire career though, so choose wisely.
Manager Favour is also back again, which is becoming a staple across player career modes in most EA Sports games in some fashion. Manager Favour can fluctuate over time and may lead to changes in game time or overall team standing. This system still works fairly well and is a good indicator of where you stand in your career and team.
Archetypes are the game’s new version of a progression system for your player. These archetypes are defining characteristics for your specific player, which are based on legends of the game and their own tendencies form their career. By leveling up the archetype in your career, you’ll gain access to new signature perks that can help you in different ways.
Leveling up will also unlock Specializations related to your archetype, giving you even more perks and boosts for your player. The Specializations are also inspired by football greats, such as Magician having a Magician+ that is once again inspired by Ronaldinho, as well as the Thierry Henry-inspired Hotspot and Mia Hamm-inspired Invader. This just shows how deep this new system gets, which really enhances the Player Career that is overall pretty standard year in and year out. I really had a lot of fun trying some different Archetypes out by restarting Career Mode to see which I liked best in the long run.
Archetypes are not exclusive to Player Career either, with them playing a major role in the online-only Clubs mode. When you first create your online avatar for Clubs, you are asked to pick an Archetype. The big difference here, though, is that your initial choice of an Archetype isn’t the end-all be-all. In Clubs, you can upgrade and customize one of the Archetypes that you select initially, but can then unlock and switch between any of the other Archetypes in the future. These can be unlocked through challenges similar to the ones found in FUT, though specific to each Archetype in Clubs mode. While Archetypes were a nice addition to what would have probably been a stale Career Mode, they really flourish here in Clubs and have major promise moving forward as well. The rest of Clubs is pretty standard, but another nice new feature is that you can now affiliate with three Clubs at the same time.
Verdict
Rather than presenting players with anything earth shattering, EA Sports FC 26 takes a similar approach to what NBA 2K26 did this year by refining and polishing the existing product year over year in what felt more like an iterative entry in the end.
The new gameplay improvements can be felt in action for those that play each and every year, Live Events in Manager make things feel more dynamic, and the new Archetypes bring more life to both Player Career and Clubs. If any of these sound intriguing, the game should be well worth picking up, but those who think it just sounds like more of a roster update than anything may want to skip EA Sports FC 26 and wait till next year in the hopes of more widespread changes.
Score: 8/10
Pros:
Gameplay improvements focused on the fundamentals
Varying Competitive and Authentic gameplay
Player Archetypes define their style
Cons:
The core of the main game modes are mostly the same
Manager Career is starting to feel like a relic overall with minimal changes
At the 2025 Tokyo Game Show, Capcom put a Switch 2 and Resident Evil: Requiem in my hands, and honestly it felt like they were just showing off how well they know how to nail the Resident Evil formula at this point.
The first thing that ran through my head was how it would run on a Switch 2, and I was pleasantly surprised. I’m not a guy that can tell you the exact number of frames per second a game is running just by looking at it, but I didn’t notice any drops during my gameplay. Exploration, fleeing the monster, and cutscenes all ran as smoothly as I would expect from one of the more powerful consoles, and it looked decent on the small screen.
With Resident Evil Requiem (Resident Evil 9), Capcom isn't just introducing a new protagonist, but they are also looking to shake things up when it comes to how players experience horror and the cycle that comes with it.
Literal Dark Souls, But I’m Using “Literal” Correctly
It was, perhaps intentionally, quite dark. You know the screen that many games have, where you adjust the brightness? The one where you’re told to slide the bar until you can barely see a group of lines or the outline of a box? I usually slide that thing till the screen might be mistaken for a shooting star, were I to give an Olympic-style discus throw. Yet despite my obvious attempt to beat the system, the system still won. Some hallways were just plain dark, I’d assume for narrative and immersion purposes. It is, after all, a survival horror game, and they do want to horrify me.
And horrify me they did. The demo began with our heroine, Grace, waking up strapped to a bed with an IV in her arm. Ew. And they show the needle going in. Ew. The recent COVID-19 pandemic taught me that I have a thing about needles. I generally don’t enjoy looking at them, and downright hate seeing them go into the human body. Maximum gross. I’m already clicking my Horrified button.
Then I had to watch Grace rip the IV out, smash a vial of her blood that had been draining out, and cut herself free from the ankle straps that held her to the bed. It was awesome, if a little gruesome. A note in the room read, “Began blood extraction, checked pulse, no abnormalities. Administered Dexifil.” I myself was given something with that name when I got the Rona back in December of 2022. Well, not exactly that name. Mine was Dexafil, or dexamethasone, a steroid in the same family as the more popular, less powerful prednisone. Was a doctor (or mad scientist?) trying to speed up healing, or reduce inflammation? Do steroids inhibit some kind of virus? It raises a lot of questions.
While yesterday's Resident Evil Requiem gameplay trailer was impressive with its graphical fidelity and seamless transitions, we haven't seen anything yet.
After that, Grace set about some classic Resident Evil: moving back and forth through a set of areas, getting tools and keys in order to gradually advance, all while some threat eerily loomed. Her main goal, apart from the obvious need to survive, was to find a fuse to repair a broken electronic door. Of course, you can see where this is going. Yes, the place to obtain it was a bit far away, and the method of obtaining it required a tool from somewhere else entirely. During all the trekking this way and that, we know that evil is lurking.
Stalker, No Stalking!
There’s once again a stalker doing its thing, following Grace oh-so-slowly this way and that. We became familiar with this type of enemy in Resident Evil 2 with Mr. X, fell in love with it in Nemesis, and still others populate the modern installments. This time around, it’s some big giant thing with bad teeth. It makes its appearance right after the protagonist opens a cabinet to find a dead body, as one does. If you’re too awestruck to move, it might even take a bite out of you. I snuck a peek at the guy next to me getting chomped on, but I don’t know if he was watching a video or playing differently or what, because that didn’t happen to me. I saw Requiem’s stalker show up and noped right out of there.
Is Resident Evil 9 First-Person or Third-Person?
You can play Resident Evil: Requiem with first-person or third-person perspective, and even change in the middle, if you want. It’s as simple as a trip to the options menu. I stuck with first-person mostly, but depending on how it felt after a longer period, I might decide to switch to third-person. They both played well. The lady held her arm and moved a bit jerky in third-person, but that’s presumably a narrative choice, showing us the effects of her injuries and having just ripped a damn IV out of her own arm. That probably stings.
During combat, there’s no time to pause while you shuffle through items. The real-time menus that debuted in Resident Evil 5 are still here, adding tension by making every second stressful and important.
Sadly, the demo came with a strict time limit, so I didn’t get to completely escape my stalker or confront and kill it.
Leon in Resident Evil 9?
Equally unfortunate is the PR goof that claimed interviews weren’t possible, though they apparently were, but I was denied because of not having an appointment. Like, what? So I couldn’t ask about the leaks, such as Leon’s name coming up all the time, comparing Switch 2’s performance to PS5, Xbox, or PC in terms of real numbers, and so on. These burning questions will have to wait.
But that doesn’t take away from the good parts of the game itself, which were plentiful. While one can’t really get the full feel of a game in a 15-minute demo, I’d say Resident Evil Requiem seems to be shaping up to satisfy fans of recent installments. Capcom knows its craft, knows how to please a fanbase, and might just have another Resident Evil hit on its hands.
Resident Evil Requiem is due for release on Feb. 27, 2026 on the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2 and PC.
For those looking forward to Battlefield 6, and it seems there are a lot of you who do, you’ll be very glad to know that you’ll soon be able to preload the game, as Electronic Arts has changed it to be much sooner.
While Battlefield 6 won’t be released until October 10, console and PC players will be able to preload it literally a week before release, thanks to EA’s change.
While we got our hands on some of the gadgets across the four classes in Battlefield 6 during the Open Beta, it was only a small handful compared to what we're going to get in the final version of the game at launch.
This date change has been applied to both the PC and console versions (PS5, Xbox Series X|S).
Battlefield 6 Preload Date Moved Up on Both Consoles and PC
Originally, the preload was set to be available on October 8 — two days before release. However, EA has changed to October 3 on PS5 and PC!
We bought the game on PS5 and confirmed it via the image below:
For those on Xbox Series X|S, the date won’t matter, given you can preload it anytime once the data has been uploaded on the Xbox Store’s servers.
While literally almost every first-person shooter game available on console offers aim assist in single-player and multiplayer modes, some gamers might have been used to aim assist being so strong that it almost does the work for you.
Unfortunately, the file size of the game on each platform is not yet known, but that should change once the actual preload is live.
You know what this means? Battlefield 6 can be preloaded this coming week for both console and PC! That should further drive the hype up for players.
In other Battlefield 6 news, the developers have confirmed that players will earn XP in Battlefield Portal modes even if it’s not your standard Battlefield experience. The devs explained how it works, and it seems fair, lest it gets abused by the community.
Battlefield 6 is shaping up to be a true return to form, with it looking like DICE is listening to the community and nailing down most of the requested features.
While Bungie usually pulls the Destiny 2 servers on a weekday, that changes today, but it’s for a special reason. If you can’t log in to Destiny 2, it’s because Bungie has pulled the servers for maintenance to prep the game for the Raid Race kicking off later today.
We’re not expecting a patch to be released today, but don’t be surprised if there is one.
Announced during the Tokyo Game Show this year, Metal Gear Solid Delta's Online Multiplayer Mode, "Fox Hunt," has finally been given a release date, as well as some new details.
For the complete downtime schedule, head on below.
Destiny 2 Down for Raid Race Roll Out Today, Sept. 27
Saturday, September 27, 2025 — Maintenance
6:00 AM PDT
-7 UTC
Destiny 2 will undergo maintenance.
Sign-on and game integration features will be unavailable on web, mobile, third-party apps, and the Bungie Store.
Players who observe issues should report to the #Help forum.
7:00AM PDT
-7 UTC
Destiny 2 and all APIs will be brought offline for expected maintenance.
Players will be removed from activities.
Destiny 1 may be impacted.
8:00 AM PDT
-7 UTC
Players will be able to log back into Destiny 2.
Players logging into the game may be placed in a queue and may experience sign-on issues as background maintenance is still ongoing.
The Destiny 2 API will be brought online.
Clan features may remain offline until maintenance is complete.
9:00 AM PDT
-7 UTC
Destiny 2 maintenance is expected to conclude.
Players who observe issues should report to the #Help forum.
If downtime is extended beyond what’s listed above, we’ll update the article. Don’t expect an update, but if one is released, you’ll see it up on MP1st.
While Bungie’s Destiny 2 seems to be trodding along as usual, the studio’s other game, Marathon, seems to be in development limbo. After the artwork theft incident, the game has been delayed indefinitely.
While Battlefield Portal was first introduced in Battlefield 2042, community-created experiences didn't really catch on, largely because most of them didn't offer XP when people played in these user-created playlists.
While Battlefield Portal was first introduced in Battlefield 2042, community-created experiences didn’t really catch on, largely because most of them didn’t offer XP when people played in these user-created playlists.
That’s changing in Battlefield 6, as DICE aims to have traditional modes hosted by players and even non-traditional modes to contribute XP.
Have you ever played a game of Conquest in a Battlefield game where the enemy team just has your team completely dominated to the point that you don't even have one flag? This is something that most likely has happened to any Battlefield player at one point or another.
This means that even for player-hosted experiences, players will feel like they are being rewarded. But how does it work? Read on.
Battlefield Portal XP Gain in Battlefield 6 Explained
In a recent interview about Battlefield 6’s Portal mode on the Epic Games Store (yes, I’m not kidding), Design Director Aaron Steelman and Principal Game Designer Greg Black talked about Portal, and how they are rewarding players who test some of the zany and untraditional modes that will inevitably be created by the player base.
Just to clear things up, one of the biggest changes coming to Battlefield 6 is that players will earn XP no matter what they play, and this includes Portal creations, though there are certain caveats. Official modes and creations that are similar to Battlefield 6’s core gameplay loop, like 24/7 Rush or Hardcore Conquest, will grant the same amount of progression — just like if they were playing regular multiplayer modes.
Battlefield 6 is shaping up to be a true return to form, with it looking like DICE is listening to the community and nailing down most of the requested features.
Now, for creations that diverge from the traditional Battlefield modes and ruleset, such as “Top of the World” (a mode built by the devs where teams try to reach the map’s peak while slowing the opposing one down by utilizing their guns and equipment), will still reward XP, though not the traditional way, but depends on how much time is spent in them. This is the compromise DICE and Ripple Effect have come up with to ensure playing Portal is rewarding and that players won’t feel like they’re wasting their time that could be spent playing a mode that grants XP.
I’m all for this change. This means players can play regular Battlefield in order to gain full XP, but they can also fool around and try some of the wacky modes, without feeling like they’re wasting time. Sure, it probably won’t net you the same amount of XP as playing in regular modes, but it’s better than not seeing any XP at all. This also makes sure that it won’t be abused by the community since you know that will happen.
Battlefield 6 will be released on October 10 on the PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, and even if the game isn’t out yet, we have info about the game’s first season, which you’ll want to read.
If you played the Battlefield 6 Open Beta, chances are you might have noticed how auto-spotting might have been a tad too powerful, as it even marked players even if they were obscured by smoke and more.
Nightdive Studios has released the first update for spell-casting re-release of Heretic + Hexen on all platforms. If you’re on consoles, this will show up as download version 1.02/1.002 (complete version 1.002.000), and these have the same patch notes as the PC version for the most part.
Players can expect new features and other quality-of-life additions, and of course a ton of gameplay fixes.
The embodiment of evil from the Halloween franchise, Michael Myers, is back, and more brutal than ever as he hunts down a group of innocent teens in IllFonic's newest asymmetrical multiplayer, Halloween.
Read on for the complete patch notes detailing everything new in the title update.
Heretic + Hexen Update 1 Applies Huge List of Improvements on Sept. 26 via Version 1.002/1.02
New Features
Heretic: Added original game’s Firemace placement randomization (albeit with 100% spawn chance instead of the original’s 75%)
Added option to disable cutscene subtitles in Accessibility menu
Added option to restore original two-button press behavior when selecting inventory items
Added option to restore original behavior where flying forward or backward will keep you at the same height, regardless of looking up or down
Added option to disable weapon animation smoothing
Added ‘look up’, ‘look down’, and ‘center view’ key bindings
Allow use of more buttons to advance through intermission text screens
Gameplay Modifiers menu is now accessible from episode and player class screens, instead of just difficulty selection
Changes
Hexen: Buffed Bloodscourge damage and adjusted autoaim behavior to work better with large crowds of enemies
Hexen: Slightly increased attack speed of Timon’s Axe
Hexen: Decreased Quietus mana usage from 14 of each type to 10
Hexen: Slightly increased Wraithverge mana usage from 18 to 20
Hexen: Improved smoothness of weapon attack animations for the weapons: Timon’s Axe, Hammer of Retribution, Mace of Contrition, Wraithverge, Sapphire Wand, and Bloodscourge
Improved smoothness of weapon raise and lower animations
Disable menu ambience if music soundtrack is set to None
While the majority of gamers are excited for Battlefield 6 due to its multiplayer, creative types might be looking forward to seeing what the game's Portal mode can do.
Fixes
Automap now scrolls at a consistent speed regardless of screen resolution
Automap now zooms more quickly when using a mouse wheel
Strafe left and right keys will now cancel each other out to match original game behavior
Monsters can no longer be pushed off ledges by player weapon attacks
Triggers can no longer be skipped in certain circumstances when sliding along walls
Enemy missiles will no longer fire slightly downward, preventing incorrectly exploding on certain windowsills
Monster melee attacks no longer have infinite height
Multiplayer scoreboards will no longer show zeroed out stats in certain cases
Fixed cases where disabling viewbob would cause weapon sprites to offset incorrectly
Locked door messages will no longer print if door is activated from back side
Fixed strafe modifier key not working for mouse or controller movement
Fixed missing accented glyphs in supported languages when using Classic typeface
Prevented messages at the top of the screen from being stuck after loading certain save games
Heretic: The Chaos Serpent in Faith Renewed will no longer shoot fireballs over the player’s head
Heretic: Gauntlets will no longer push enemies backward
Heretic: Fixed status bar not redrawing correctly on level transition if crossfade option is disabled
Heretic: Shadowspheres will now correctly penalize enemy aiming at the player
Heretic: Fix black box on Firemace sprite
Hexen: Fixed cases where weapon sprites for certain melee weapons (e.g. Cleric Mace) would occasionally jitter
Hexen: Fixed explosions having infinite height
Hexen: Messages for switch sequences in Deathkings will now print properly
Level Changes & Fixes
Heretic: Fixed inconsistent blood floor texture behavior; blood floors will no longer deal damage)
Heretic: Fixed inconsistencies between types of locked door textures to be consistent with original game
Heretic: E1M6: Fixed an instance of overlapping monsters on Hard difficulty
Heretic: E2M1: Removed a few Weredragons in singleplayer, for a bit less grind
Heretic: E2M2: Remove mid-air floating stalactite
Heretic: E2M5: Fixed non-damaging lava sector around yellow key
Heretic: E2M7: Remove unreachable enemies from disabled green key track on easier difficulty modes
Heretic: E3M5: Fixed gargoyles getting randomly stuck on hanging corpses
Heretic: E3M6: Remove out-of-bounds Quartz Flask which caused 100% items being unobtainable
Heretic: E4M2: Fixed softlock caused by skipping triggers for lowering the yellow key pyramid
Heretic: E5M1: Fixed unobtainable secrets; add additional Tome of Power to maze area
Heretic: E5M2: Fixed missing texture on waterfall steps after blue door
Heretic: E5M3: “Pod-walk” and “Barrel-walk” sections are no longer required to reach the non-secret exit
Heretic: E5M5: Fixed unobtainable secrets
Heretic: E5M6: Fixed sky-pillar cutoff when viewing the starting area from the secret ledge outdoors
Faith Renewed: E5M1: Fixed unobtainable secret
Faith Renewed: E1M3: Fixed softlock caused by progressing beyond the green doors without a green key
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has officially been released, and while there's plenty to play through, SEGA is already looking at expanding its massive roster.
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New Features
Added support for using the Windows virtual keyboard for text inputs
Changes
Removed option for exclusive fullscreen to fix some issues with Game Bar overlays and to allow virtual keyboard to work
Modding Changes
Added warning that the mod uploader is not available when using a controller
Heretic: Added a new non-randomized Firemace actor that can be placed in custom maps
Heretic: Resolved issue where wand start option was not available when launching Heretic mods
Heretic: Removed ambient sound limit
Heretic: Removed D’Sparil boss teleport spot limit
Heretic: Sector type 4 will now visually scroll again
Added WF_AUTOAIMFARTHEST flag for weapons; instructs weapon to priortize the furthest available target for autoaim, rather than the nearest
Fix issue when setting playerclass flags in EXDEFS
A_RadiusDamage now has flags for customizing behavior
Added ‘endpalette’ and ‘enddemon’ UMAPINFO keys, allowing arbitrary maps to use finales for Heretic Episodes 2 and 3
Fix crash when loading certain old mods that utilize custom textures
Updated order of graphic lumps in IWADs to match the originals, to fix potential HUD display issues in community source ports
Moved UMAPINFO lump for Heretic to heretic_ex.wad, for better compatibility with community source ports
Only evaluate the -warp commandline option on first launch, not when switching games in the game selection screen
Don’t expect frequent patches for the game, as Nightdive shouldn have a lot of issues sorted out. Having said that, if one does get pushed out, expect it here on MP1st.
It appears that Activision and Treyarch Studios were serious when they stated that they wanted skins for Black Ops 7 to feel "authentic," as it has been revealed that they have already canceled some of their upcoming collaborations.
Bloober Team has deployed a new Cronos: The New Dawn update on consoles and PC, and this applies a slew of fixes affecting bosses, audio and other bugs.
Those on consoles, you’ll see this download appear as Cronos: The New Dawn update 1.006 (complete version 1.006.000), and the changelog we have below has some fixes exclusively for PC.
Announced during the Tokyo Game Show this year, Metal Gear Solid Delta's Online Multiplayer Mode, "Fox Hunt," has finally been given a release date, as well as some new details.
Read on for everything in the patch.
Cronos: The New Dawn New Update on Sept. 26 Brings Long List of Fixes via Patch 1.006
Critical Issues Fixed
Fixed an issue where gates might not open after finishing the cemetery encounter and enabling the generator;
Fixed an issue where NG+ Hard mode would not unlock Chimera skin;
Fixed an issue where rerouter nails didn’t unload and caused issues with audio;
Fixed an issue where rerouter nails might disappear after loading a game;
Fixed an issue where player could walk through under a closed barricade on the road to church;
Fixed an issue where after Eliza bossfight player could get stuck unable to attack and walking backwards;
Fixed an issue where biomass would not display any vfx when being burned after loading a save;
Fixed an unexpected crash when shooting a nail out of rerouter;
Fixed an unexpected crash on player’s movement;
Fixed an issue where dialogue between Zybert and Eliza was not hearable next to a phone booth;
Fixed an issue where Chubby Doppel can despawn in front of players eyes in Factory Zone when coming back to the area after acquiring gravity boots;
Fixed an issue where brothers cutscene might crash unexpectedly;
Fixed an issue where cats animation could glitch during movement;
Fixed an issue where uncharged regenerative barrels might appear as regular barrels from afar;
Fixed an issue where it was possible for doppelgangers to not spot player in scripted sequences causing them to wander aimlessly;
Fixed an issue where loading a save at centipede nest would cause optional chubby to spawn even if he was defeated previously;
Fixed an issue where if optional chubby encounter was skipped then later on he wouldn’t play the scripted sequence of breaking a pillar;
Fixed an issue where player might’ve got stuck on gravity platforms in Factory Zone;
Fixed an issue where repeatedly opening interactions requiring items caused the interaction icon to disappear;
Fixed an issue where subtitles were not properly displayed during one of the optional dialogues with Warden;
Fixed an issue where doppelganger might get stuck in tentacles and not absorb dead bodies;
Fixed an issue where doppelganger would stop seeing the player even if it had a clear line of sight.
The embodiment of evil from the Halloween franchise, Michael Myers, is back, and more brutal than ever as he hunts down a group of innocent teens in IllFonic's newest asymmetrical multiplayer, Halloween.
Minor Issues Fixed
Fixed an issue where some languages had unwanted characters at the end of splash screen text;
Fixed an issue where multiple audio event would play at once when loading a save game after Hidden Facility Bossfight;
Fixed an issue where some languages had formatting issues in soul descriptions in database;
Fixed multiple places where player could get stuck when using stomp;
Fixed clipping issues with warden’s cape;
Fixed an issue where in pathfinder carrying sequence, blocked weapon switch icon would not appear;
Fixed an issue where chubby doppel could get stuck on certain objects;
Fixed an issue where characters could glitch for a couple of frames during cutscenes;
Fixed an issue where explosive barrels would not cause blood splashes from enemies;
Fixed an issue where a couple of frames of gameplay camera would be visible during the Pod cutscene;
Fixed an issue where enemies standing up after being knocked down would happen to fast;
Fixed an issue with textures on enemy scanner weapon attachment;
Fixed an issue where sitting enemies would stand on bed when standing up;
Fixed an issue where skipping the first cutscene would cause the audio events to play in the background;
Fixed an issue where fears could start spinning around and get stuck;
Fixed an issue where objective would not update when entering church main square;
Fixed an issue where beacons wouldn’t light up in church zone;
Fixed an issue that could cause player to get stuck after petting cats in the cat hub;
Fixed an issue where enemy might shake when walking out of biomass spawner;
Fixed an issue that enemy could glide away from the player if it performed unreacheable behaviour;
Fixed an issue where church puzzle statues wouldn’t be highlighted;
Improved on traveler model in centipede nest that looked very low poly;
Fixed an issue where cat could have their heads wiggle;
Fixed an issue where hint ribbons would detach from anomaly objects;
Fixed an issue where doppelganger might get stuck if trying to perform merge with a body on a different floor;
Fixed an issue that could cause camera clipping if player received damage when petting a cat;
Fixed inconsistent audio events in menus;
Fixed an issue where enemy scanner would shine red light during cutscenes;
Fixed an issue where soul perks would remain on weapon slot UI even after the weapon was unequipped;
Fixed multiple camera clipping spots;
Fixed multiple issues with localization;
Fixed multiple places where player could get stuck.
Treyarch is going big this year with Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, as they've just revealed the full lineup of maps and modes that'll be available at launch.
Announced during the Tokyo Game Show this year, Metal Gear Solid Delta’s Online Multiplayer Mode, “Fox Hunt,” has finally been given a release date, as well as some new details.
Suit up, because the hunt begins on October 30, and we even have the exact time when it will be available.
While the story of the Metal Gear Solid franchise has always been somewhat "serious," fans of the franchise are all too familiar with Hideo Kojima's signature humor, sprinkling bits and pieces of it in some of the most unexpected and even over-the-top ways.
Commencing Operation Fox Hunt
A free update is coming to Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater on October 30, 2025, and it’s bringing back multiplayer mode to the franchise. However, instead of being a brand-new Metal Gear Online, Konami is taking its multiplayer in a new direction, with a newly created mode called “Fox Hunt.” Details on the mode can be found below.
Survive until the end:
Join the covert unit ‘FOX’ as a candidate member and participate in survival-style training missions. Survive by procuring weapons and equipment in the field.
Two types of game modes will be available with up to 12 players.
Survival Capture:
A tense, multi-phase mission where victory hinges on capturing the elusive Kerotan frogs. Their numbers dwindle as the match progresses, forcing players into intense clashes as they race to secure each frog and outlast their opponents.
Survival Intrude:
A high-pressure mission where players must hold their ground inside a designated zone to progress through each phase. As the match advances, the number of zones shrinks, making stealth and positioning even more critical.
Experience authentic stealth tactics with “AT-CAMO” and “Naked Sense.” Each player is equipped with an AT-CAMO suit as standard gear, allowing them to instantly deploy a full-body suit that changes camouflage patterns to suit different scenarios—whether evading pursuit, launching surprise attacks, or infiltrating.
Detect enemies and items using Naked Sense, an action that detects enemy presence and item locations.
Konami's $200 Collector's Edition for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is proving to be quite the disappointment for fans, as not only is it shipping pretty "broken," but the quality of the Snake figurine is, well, hilariously bad.
Progressively detect and pinpoint threats in your vicinity with a unique search technique
Sharpens your senses to search your surroundings for enemies and supplies.
Activating it over a long period of time could be risky as it will drain the player’s stamina.
An alert will show when a nearby player activates it. Swiftly hide to avoid detection.
Your mission: survive until the end
A multiplayer PvP where you team up in pairs and play with up to 12 players.
Fight to survive in 3 types of fields, including the jungle. 2 types of mission rules are available, selected at random for every match.
Those who failed to complete the objective during each phase will be removed from the mission.
Metal Gear Solid Delta’s Fox Hunt Unlock Times
Global Release Timings
NEW YORK 10.29 9PM (EDT)
LOS ANGELES 10.29 6PM (PDT)
SÃO PAULO 10.29 10PM (BRT)
LONDON 10.30 1AM (GMT)
PARIS 10.30 2AM (CET)
ISTANBUL 10.30 4AM (GMT+3)
RIYADH 10.30 4AM (AST)
HONG KONG 10.30 9AM (HKT)
TOKYO 10.30 10AM (JST)
SYDNEY 10.30 12PM (AEDT)
Fox Hunt will launch as part of a free update for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater on October 30, 2025. If you haven’t already, be sure to check out our review of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, and why it’s one of the most faithful remakes ever created.
After years of hiding, Marvel's Wolverine finally resurfaces today during Sony's State of Play! As if there was any doubt, our report of the game releasing in 2026 has been proven to be legit, as Sony has confirmed Marvel's Wolverine will be releasing in Fall 2026.
A gamer at heart, James has been working for MP1st for the last decade to do exactly what he loves, writing about video games and having fun doing it. Growing up in the 90's gaming has been in his DNA since the days of NES. One day he hopes to develop his own game.
While console gamers just received the first hotfix for Dying Light: The Beast a few days ago, Techland has today released another hotfix that ushers in a new piece of content for those who pre-ordered the game.
Zombie slayers will see Dying Light: The Beast update 1.002.002 available for download, and this is a small file to install.
With the Tokyo Game Show 2025 officially kicking off today, and as expected, Sony is celebrating that with a new PlayStation Store sale.
Read on for the new patch details, as well as the list of issues that have yet to be resolved by Techland.
Dying Light: The Beast’s Update on Sept. 26 Brings Legacy Kyle Crane Outfit
Techland statesm “If you’ve pre-ordered the game, this update makes your Kyle Crane Legacy Skin automatically granted from the server. After updating, check your in-game stash – if it’s not there immediately, it should appear shortly. Thanks for your support and enjoy your reward!”
There’s no mention of any gameplay-related changes or bug fixes in this update, sadly. Speaking of which, here’s a short list of know issues that we’re hoping gets resolved ASAP.
Wolf axe still locked for some gamers (Pilgrim Outpost issue)
Biter grabs broken
HUD elements disappearing
Progression blocker on clearing the area from infected where the game doesn’t recognize the task is completed\
Parkour issue where Crane stops randomly and drops from climable terrain
Input issues with dashing
Upgrading weapons in the workbench downgrading stats
Performance issues on consoles and PC, notably blurriness
Frame rate drops in various instances such as lockpicking
Lighting, HDR issues
Once another patch is released by the developers, we’ll be sure to let our readers know.
The embodiment of evil from the Halloween franchise, Michael Myers, is back, and more brutal than ever as he hunts down a group of innocent teens in IllFonic's newest asymmetrical multiplayer, Halloween.
The embodiment of evil from the Halloween franchise, Michael Myers, is back, and more brutal than ever as he hunts down a group of innocent teens in IllFonic‘s newest asymmetrical multiplayer, Halloween.
Announced last month, horror fans better get ready, because evil isn’t dying tonight. The horror game’s release date has been revealed, and we even get our first glimpse at gameplay too.
Following last year's Honkai Star Rail collaboration, HYTE and Hoyoverse are teaming up again for yet another exciting crossover, this time with fan favorite Firefly.
From Jason to Michael Myers, Illfonic Takes on Another Classic Horror IP
Illfonic’s Halloween adaptation has been given a release date as well as a first look at its gameplay. As previously detailed, the title, much like Illfonic’s previous games, will feature an asymmetrical multiplayer game where one player takes on the role of Michael Myers, while the rest play as survivors.
However, it’s not solely going to be a multiplayer game, as it’s also been confirmed that there will be a single-player mode, with the man himself, John Carpenter, being involved in the story. Details on the campaign are still limited, and likely will be for a while, as Halloween won’t be released until September 8, 2026.
As for platforms, it’ll launch on PC, the PS5, and Xbox Series X|S later next year.
Annapurna Interactive, the publisher that brought us Stray and Outer Wilds, along with countless other hits, has just revealed three brand-new games during their Annapurna Direct showcase.
A gamer at heart, James has been working for MP1st for the last decade to do exactly what he loves, writing about video games and having fun doing it. Growing up in the 90's gaming has been in his DNA since the days of NES. One day he hopes to develop his own game.
With the Tokyo Game Show 2025 officially kicking off today, and as expected, Sony is celebrating that with a new PlayStation Store sale. The PSN Store TGS 2025 sale features over 3,500 items, primarily games developed by Japanese game developers or those based on Japan.
There are some good deals in it, with our first discount on Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers and more.
Well, it's official, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio is remaking Yakuza 3 and giving it the Kiwami treatment.
Read on for the complete list of discounts and our recommendations.
PlayStation Store Tokyo Game Show Sale Bring Some Good Discounts – Ends 10/8
Note: Given the huge list, we have enabled a collapsible table for the games. To see the games in each list, click on the black arrow and/or the letters (A – E, F – J, K – O, P – T, U – Z).
Good news, Nioh fans: Nioh 3 has a release date, and it's set for February 6, 2026.
Noteworthy Games From the Sale
Ace Attorney Anthology -50% $29.99 – Includes Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Justice for All, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Trials and Tribulations, Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Dual Destinies, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Spirit of Justice
Ace Attorney Investigations Collection -25% $29.99 – Houses Miles Edgeworth, Prosecutor’s Gambit. If you’re unfamiliar with the Ace Attorney games, it’s like being a lawyer in an anime show. Not fast-paced, but is a good break from action games.
ACE COMBAT™7: SKIES UNKNOWN – TOP GUN: Maverick Edition -80% $14.99 – Project Aces’ dogfighting series. Released ages ago, but still gets content packs from time to time. If you like jets blasting other jets, this is probably the best one out there.
Age of Wonders 4 -40% $29.99 – Turn-based strategy by Triumph that’s still getting a lot of support to this day
AI LIMIT -20% $27.99 – Souls-like from Chinese studio Sense Games. Received mixed reviews if I’m not mistaken, but still has a good amount of fans. Might be worth a look for Souls fans who want something new to play.
Alien: Isolation -75% $7.49 – Horror game where you’re not a space marine, sequel in development. Underrated horror game.
ARMORED CORE™ VI FIRES OF RUBICON™ PS4 & PS5 -40% $35.99 – FromSoftware’s not Souls game. Solid mech game, doesn’t seem to have any new content on the way but what’s there is feature-complete.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows -40% $41.99 – Lowest I’ve seen this on PSN. Latest game in the franchise that’s based in Japan. Reviewed quite well, and is getting a lot of support.
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla – Ragnarök Edition -80% $19.99 – Includes various packs. The AC game was reviewed well. Just a wee bit too long and overstays its welcome somewhat.
Bayonetta -75% $6.24 – PatinumGames’ Devil May Cry but with hair and legs.
BEYOND: Two Souls™ -60% $11.99 – Quantic’s cinematic action games. This is similar ot Supermassive’s games, and if you don’t dig that, this won’t change your mind.
Biomutant PS4 & PS5 -75% $9.99 – Action RPG by Experiment 101 that was a surprise hit. You play as a squirrel or something, which features your usual third-person stuff.
Blasphemous 2 -50% $14.99 – Side-scrolling Metroidvania game that’s still getting a good amount of support.
Blizzard® Arcade Collection -50% $9.99 – Houses Blackthorne, The Lost Vikings, Lost Vikings® 2, Rock N Roll Racing, RPM Racing
Burnout™ Paradise Remastered -75% $4.99 – Criterion’s finest work? Maybe. Gameplay should still hold up. Amazing arcade racer.
Capcom Fighting Collection -50% $14.99 – Includes Darkstalkers: The Night Warriors, Night Warriors: Darkstalkers’ Revenge, Vampire Savior: The Lord of Vampire, Vampire Hunter 2: Darkstalkers’ Revenge, Vampire Savior 2: The Lord of Vampire, Hyper Street Fighter II: The Anniversary Edition, Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo, Super Gem Fighter Mini Mix, Cyberbots: Full Metal Madness,Red Earth
Capcom Fighting Collection 1 + 2 Bundle -35% $38.99 – First collection + Capcom vs. SNK: Millennium Fight 2000 Pro, Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001, Capcom Fighting Evolution, Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper, Power Stone, Power Stone 2, Project Justice, Plasma Sword: Nightmare of Bilstein
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 -25% $29.99 – Capcom vs. SNK: Millennium Fight 2000 Pro, Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001, Capcom Fighting Evolution, Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper, Power Stone, Power Stone 2, Project Justice, Plasma Sword: Nightmare of Bilstein
CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION -60% $7.99 – Remaster of Chrono Cross, one of the best RPGs on the PS1 with an insane way of getting the real ending. Loads of new features added.
Classified: France ’44 -60% $13.99 – Turn-based strategy game with a D-Day vibe. Got a lot of good reviews at launch (at least on PC).
Crime Boss: Rockay City -75% $4.99 – Still getting updates, not sure how this plays. Didn’t get good reviews.
DARK SOULS™ II: Scholar of the First Sin -50% $19.99 – Remaster of Dark Souls 2 with all the content released.
DARK SOULS™ III -50% $29.99 – Rarely goes on sale, and the last part of FromSofttware’s Souls trilogy
DARK SOULS™: REMASTERED -50% $19.99 – FromSoftware’s first Dark Souls game now remastered. Rarely goes on sale
DAVE THE DIVER – Dave & Ichiban Bundle -40% $14.56 – Action-adventure and management all rolled into one. Mintrocket has supported this up to this day, and this has even won awards. This also includes the DLC.
Dead by Daylight – Gold Edition -50% $34.99 – Asymmetrical horror game that’s still getting a TON of support. Expansions are regularly released as well as game updates. Loads of collabs and those go on sale too. This bundle has a good amount of content included.
Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster -40% $29.99 – Zombie game where you can use literally everything. Not sure how the remaster plays, but the original was definitely a solid zombie
DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH -15% $59.49 – First time on sale, and this is Kojima’s highly-rated sequel to the first Death Stranding game, and features that off-beat Kojima themes and cinematic action.
Deus Ex: Mankind Divided -85% $4.49 – The latest Deux Ex game. Reviewed well, but didn’t sell well. Very competent third-person action game, but it’s still YMMV.
Diablo® II: Resurrected™ -67% $13.19 – Remaster of Diablo 2, and aside from ladder seasons, support has ended.
Diablo® IV – Standard Edition -55% $22.49 – Still getting a ton of support, and the latest dungeon-crawling RPG from Blizzard.
DOOM Anthology -65% $27.99 – Includes DOOM + DOOM II, DOOM 64, DOOM 3, DOOM (2016), DOOM Eternal (Deluxe Edition)
DOOM Eternal Deluxe Edition – PS4 & PS5 -75% $17.49 – The sequel to the 2016 DOOM reboot. Reviewed well.
DRAGON BALL FighterZ – Legendary Edition PS4 & PS5 -75% $27.49 – Includes DLCs. Super low price for Arc System Works’ DBZ game. If you ever wanted to play Dragon Ball’s anime as a fighter, this is it. Insane combos.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 Deluxe Edition -65% $13.99 – Lots of people dig this, and I think it’s still getting supported even after all this time.
DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO -43% $39.89 – I think this is the lowest I’ve seen this on PSN. New Dragon Ball fighting game with an insane number of characters. Latest in the Budokai series. Still getting supported.
DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake -35% $38.99 – Reviewed very well and if you haven’t played the Dragon Quest games before, this might be a good starting point.
DREDGE – Digital Deluxe Edition -50% $13.49 – fishing horror RPG. Lovecraft fans will dig this. It’s a quirky game, but it works. Includes one of the DLCs.
EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 26 -30% $48.99 – Latest Madden game. The only NFL sim available, so if you want some virtual pigskin action on, this is the game. Gets seasonal content.
FAR CRY ANTHOLOGY BUNDLE -75% $37.49 – Houses Far Cry 3, FC4, FC5, FC6.
FATAL FRAME: Maiden of Black Water PS4 & PS5 -30% $27.99 – One of the newest Fatal Frame games. Expect a camera, creepiness and ghosts.
FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH -40% $41.99 – Second chapter of the Remake trilogy, and reviewed very, very well.
Forza Horizon 5 Standard Edition -50% $29.99 – Former Xbox exclusive racing game. Reviewed well, and if you want another racing game in your life. Lowest it’s been on PSN.
HELLDIVERS™ SUPER-EARTH ULTIMATE EDITION -60% $15.99 – The first Helldivers game that’s not third-person and even harder than H2.
HITMAN World of Assassination -60% $27.99 – All content from other editions, Hitman 2 expansion pack, Hitman 3 Deluxe Pack, Hitman 3 Seven Deadly Sins Collection. Whole lot of bald person killing people.
Hogwarts Legacy + Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions Deluxe Editions Bundle -80% $19.99 – This is a fun open world game based on the Harry Potter universe. I’ve said this before, but saying it again: your body count here would make Lucious Malfoy blush. Also includes Quidditch Champions which is an arcade sports game based on the Wizard sport.
Hunt: Showdown 1896 -55% $13.49 – Still getting a lot of support for Crytek. First-person shooter instance-based looter shooter with PvE and PvP elements. It sounds like a video game corporate exec’s wet dream, but this one isn’t predatory (from what I’ve heard).
KINGDOM HEARTS All-In-One Package -60% $39.99 – Includes KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX, KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, KINGDOM HEARTS III
Lies of P -50% $29.99 – Possibly one of the most beloved Souls-like games not made by FromSoftware. Have not played this but friends have nothing but good stuff to say about it.
LUMINES REMASTERED -70% $4.49 – Crazily good puzzle game and has an insanely good soundtrack.
MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics -40% $29.99 – Awesome bundle. Includes X-MEN CHILDREN OF THE ATOM, MARVEL SUPER HEROES, X-MEN VS. STREET FIGHTER, MARVEL SUPER HEROES vs. STREET FIGHTER, MARVEL vs. CAPCOM CLASH OF SUPER HEROES, MARVEL vs. CAPCOM 2 New Age of Heroes, THE PUNISHER
Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™ -90% $4.99 – Sequel to Mordor. I preferred the first game but this is still a solid action game
MindsEye -40% $35.99 – Former GTA dev’s failed open-world action game. Still getting supported, but not sure if this can dig itself out of its hole. From the producer of GTA. Might be the most controversial game of 2025. Reviewed horribly. Not sure if updates can save it.
MONSTER HUNTER: WORLD™ -50% $9.99 – The last MH World before Wilds, and even without the DLC, this is one very good game.
Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord -40% $29.99 – Strategy action, RPG. Not sure if it’s still getting supported, but it shoud be feature-complete by now.
NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… -60% $23.99 – Remaster of Nier
NieR: Automata™ Game of the YoRHa Edition -60% $15.99 – Base game + DLC of the critically acclaimed action RPG.
NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black -40% $29.99 – Ninja Gaiden 2 remastered. Expect high-speed action, relentless enemies. It’s a different kind of hard compared to Souls games.
OCTOPATH TRAVELER II PS4＆PS5 -60% $23.99 – Reviewed very, very well. Classic JRPG with a ton of memorable characters that you can play in whichever order you prefer.
Persona 3 Reload PS4 & PS5 -55% $31.49 – It’s Persona 3 reimagined. Does not include the DLCs, but a super solid RPG.
Prey: Digital Deluxe Edition -80% $7.99 – Some say this is Arkane’s finest work. Unrelated to the first Prey.
Remnant II® – Ultimate Edition -60% $27.99 – Fantastic action game that has some insane challengs and puzzles. Reviewed well, and even its expansions were solid. This includes DLC.
RESIDENT EVIL 2 Deluxe Edition -75% $12.49 – My favorite RE remake. You have Leon and Claire’s stories, all with re-imagined graphics, enemies and more. Awesome game that deserves more credit.
Resident Evil 4 -50% $19.99 – One of the best games of all-time just got better. Capcom added new missions, weapons, enemies and more. Easily worth the money.
RESIDENT EVIL 7 biohazard Gold Edition -75% $9.99 – The scariest Resident Evil game I have ever played. Well worth it just to experience the hillbilly terror.
Resident Evil Remake Trilogy -55% $40.49 – Includes the RE1, RE2 and RE3 remakes. Defiinitely worth the price.
Resident Evil Village Gold Edition PS4 & PS5 -70% $14.99 – The expansions are also on sale currently. Closes the chapter on Ethan Winters’ story. Very fun even if it’s in first-person. Doesn’t overstay its welcome and has that classic Resident Evil gameplay.
Secret of Mana -60% $15.99 – Remake of the SNES classic. If you dig JRPGs, this should still hold up.
Sleeping Dogs™ Definitive Edition -83% $5.09 – GTA Hong Kong. We won’t be getting a sequel anytime soon. This should still be good. Shame it didn’t sell enough for a follow up.
STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II: Celebration Edition -80% $7.99 – Someone here said the player base is still healthy. If so, then this is a good multiplayer game to buy. Underrated visuals and sound work from DICE. It got a lot of flak for the MTX stuff, but it is a solid Star Wars experience.
Street Fighter™ 6 -50% $19.99 – Latest Street Fighter game. Has a dedicated player base, though a bit harder to get into than Tekken given said player base will kick your ass over and over until you learn the important mechanics.
Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of The Rings™ Game -20% $27.99 – First time on sale. This is a cozy game set in the LOTR universe. If you want something slow and relaxing.
The Bridge Curse 2: The Extrication -30% $17.49 – Supposedly based on a true story in Taiwan. Got decent reviews for a small budget horror game.
The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little Hope PS4 & PS5 -50% $9.99 – Supermassive’s cinematic games. Some aren’t a fan of these types of games, but if you are, it’s a good pick up.
The Dark Pictures Anthology: Man of Medan PS4 & PS5 -60% $7.99 – Same as above.
The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me PS4™ & PS5™ -63% $14.79 – Yep, this won’t change your mind if you’re not a fan of any of the games.
The Evil Within -75% $4.99 – This is Mikami’s first horror game after leaving Capcom. Way harder than Resident Evil.
The First Berserker: Khazan Standard Edition -30% $41.99 – Doesn’t go on sale often. Surprisingly sold well. Souls-like that’s gotten a ton of support from Korean devs.
The Last Of Us™ Remastered -50% $9.99 – In case you still haven’t played this, then this is a no-brainer pick up.
The Outer Worlds -75% $7.49 –Obsidian’s super-successful action-RPG. Know the Firefly TV show? It’s essentially that but a game.
The Persona Collection -60% $35.99 – Includes the following Persona games: Persona 5 Royal, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 3 Portable.
The Precinct -30% $20.99 – GTA meets police. Your cop simulator that’s not bad. Still getting supported now.
Titanfall® 2: Ultimate Edition -85% $4.49 – One of the best FPS games of all-time. Insanely good single-player, and multiplayer should still be active but full of sweats that will literally step on you using their mechs.
UNCHARTED: Legacy of Thieves Collection -60% $19.99 – Final chapter of Nathan Drake’s Uncharted journey, and the DLC starring Chloe.
UNCHARTED™ The Nathan Drake Collection -50% $9.99 – Single-player of UNCHARTED: Drake’s Fortune, UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves, and UNCHARTED 3: Drake’s Deception. Good combo with the Legacy bundle for the complete Uncharted experience.
Unicorn Overlord -60% $23.99 – Tactical RPG by Vanillaware. Reviewed very well, though might not be for everyone. Don’t let the gorgeous art fool you. I suggest checking out gameplay clips first
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition (PS4 & PS5) -40% $35.99 – Historical fantasy action-RPG by Team Ninja. Support has ended, but it’s a competent Souls game.
WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers -15% $42.49 – First time I’ve seen this on sale. Souls game by Chinese studio that’s still getting supported with new features, bug fixes etc.
Yakuza 4 Remastered -45% $10.99 – Remaster of Yakuza 4.
Housemarque, the studio behind the PlayStation hit, Returnal, has finally given us our first real look at their upcoming title, Saros, with an all-new gameplay trailer during today's State of Play presentation.
Good news, Nioh fans: Nioh 3 has a release date, and it’s set for February 6, 2026.
If you’re interested in the upcoming sequewl, pre-orders are now live for both PS5 and PC, with different editions available, including a special physical edition for PlayStation gamers.
While the majority of gamers are excited for Battlefield 6 due to its multiplayer, creative types might be looking forward to seeing what the game's Portal mode can do.
Nioh 3 Celebrates Its Release Date With a New Story Trailer
As announced during yesterday’s PlayStation State of Play Event, Nioh 3 is launching on February 6, 2026, on the PS5 and PC. This news is celebrated with a new “launch date” trailer, which is actually a story trailer that reveals new details about the game’s plot.
With the release date now announced, pre-orders are live on both PS5 and PC, featuring different editions. Here’s what they are:
Nioh 3 Different Editions
Standard Edition
Platforms: PS5, PC
Pre-order bonuses
Hellfire Equipment Set (Hellfire Warrior Armor set + Hellfire Ninja Attire set)
Scampuss Furball Netsuke Charm (accessory)
Digital Deluxe Edition
Platforms: PS5, PC
Pre-order bonuses
Hellfire Equipment Set (Hellfire Warrior Armor set + Hellfire Ninja Attire set)
Scampuss Furball Netsuke Charm (accessory)
Deluxe Content
Infernal Weapons Set – 14 types
Kodama Netsuke Charm accessory
Two add-on DLCs
Season Pass – Can be bought separately and includes the two add-on DLC from the Digital Deluxe, the Chijiko Netsuke Charm accessory, and more (TBA)
To think that Nioh 3 was just announced last June, and it already has a release date! I suppose that’s not that big of a surprise, considering it did have a timed demo that felt fairly far in development. Still, glad to know that it finally has a date attached to it, along with some post-launch support already being planned for it.
Nioh 3 officially arrives on PS5 and PC on February 6, 2026.
HoYoverse, the studio behind free-to-play games like Zenless Zone Zero, Genshin Impact, and Honkai: Star Rail, has announced an all-new game, Petit Planet.
A gamer at heart, James has been working for MP1st for the last decade to do exactly what he loves, writing about video games and having fun doing it. Growing up in the 90's gaming has been in his DNA since the days of NES. One day he hopes to develop his own game.
