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Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 has arrived on PC

Feb 1, 2025, 17:40 Rine Ikarus News

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 has launched on PC with optimized specs, ultrawide support, and optional PSN linking.

After more than a year of anticipation, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 has finally launched on Windows, completing the Marvel’s Spider-Man trilogy on PC. Leading up to its release, concerns arose regarding the quality of the port due to the lack of official updates from the developers. However, just a day before launch, Nixxes Software unveiled the PC system requirements—revealing a surprisingly forgiving set of specifications. Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 includes all the expected PC port features, such as DLSS 3, FSR 3.1 upscaling,...

Ninja Gaiden 4 is almost finished

Jan 31, 2025, 19:40 Rine Ikarus News

With the game in its final development stage, fans of this beloved franchise can expect Ninja Gaiden 4 to launch sooner rather than later.

After nearly a decade of waiting, the legendary Ninja Gaiden series is finally making a return. Ninja Gaiden 4 is currently in development by Team Ninja in collaboration with PlatinumGames. The announcement at Xbox Developer Direct 2025 confirmed that the game is set to release in Fall 2025, marking the franchise’s first new mainline entry since Ninja Gaiden 3 in 2012. Fans were stunned by the reveal, which was accompanied by an unexpected remaster of Ninja...

Death Note Killer Within's latest update brings a new role: Mello

Jan 31, 2025, 19:32 Rine Ikarus News

This latest update introduces the new "Mello" role. Mello's objective is to beat Team L to the punch by eliminating Kira first.

Ever since Death Note Killer Within was released, the game has received massive support from content creators and fans of the Death Note manga and light novel. However, even a great game can suffer if it lacks fresh content. From day one, many players expressed dissatisfaction with various minor bugs and the limited number of maps. In response, Bandai Namco listened to feedback and released an update that added a new map and fixed multiple issues. By...

Dying Light reveals its 2025 roadmap

Jan 30, 2025, 15:11 Rine Ikarus News

With the Dying Light franchise still going strong, 2025 is shaping up to be a busy and exciting year for Techland.

The gaming industry has a long history of franchises that have stood the test of time, and Dying Light is no exception. Released 10 years ago, the game captured the hearts of many with its unique take on the zombie genre and remains one of the best zombie games ever created. Now, Techland has unveiled an ambitious 2025 roadmap for Dying Light 2, beginning with a celebration event honoring the franchise's 10th anniversary. In a recent press release, Techland shared its...

The reason why Doom: The Dark Ages won't have a multiplayer mode

Jan 30, 2025, 15:00 Rine Ikarus News

During a Q&A session at Xbox's Developer Direct, executive producer Marty Stratton confirmed that Doom: The Dark Ages will be a campaign-only game.

Doom has long been one of the most iconic and beloved FPS franchises in gaming history. Naturally, the hype skyrocketed when Doom: The Dark Ages was first revealed in June 2024. A fan-favorite feature of Doom and Doom Eternal has always been their multiplayer modes. As one of the first shooter franchises to pioneer online multiplayer, fans were eager to see what Doom: The Dark Ages could deliver with modern technology. However, it...

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth director addresses misunderstandings about Cloud and Aerith's relationship

Jan 27, 2025, 20:00 Rine Ikarus News

Almost a month after his initial remarks, Hamaguchi clarified in an interview that his comments had been misunderstood, possibly due to a language barrier.

Final Fantasy VII has long been a fan-favorite story, thanks to its rich world-building and dynamic character relationships. With the rebooted storyline in Final Fantasy VII Remake and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, an age-old fan discussion has resurfaced: who will Cloud ultimately end up with? In an interview with Inverse from last December, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi commented on the relationship between Cloud and Aerith, suggesting that their bond is more akin to...

Ubisoft just revealed Assassin's Creed Shadows DLC details

Jan 27, 2025, 19:49 Rine Ikarus News

Ubisoft has provided extensive details on its official website regarding Assassin's Creed Shadows' first major expansion, titled Claws of Awaji.

After a long wait filled with multiple delays, it seems that the launch day for Assassin's Creed Shadows is finally set. Ubisoft has recently revealed the PC system requirements for the game. With the underwhelming performance of several recent projects—especially Star Wars Outlaws—expectations for Assassin's Creed Shadows have been sky-high. However, the game has also faced significant controversy. The latest delay has pushed its release to March 20, giving Ubisoft an additional two months...

Assassin’s Creed Shadows's PC system requirements revealed

Jan 26, 2025, 13:12 Rine Ikarus News

Assassin's Creed Shadows, set to release on March 20, 2025, will feature advanced PC enhancements.

After a long wait, we are finally getting the PC system requirements along with a brand-new story trailer for Assassin's Creed Shadows. The game has faced its fair share of controversy, including multiple delays, but Ubisoft continues to refine the game’s mechanics day by day. This is one of their biggest gambles yet, and they are determined to make it a success. Assassin's Creed Shadows will include several features to enhance the PC experience,...

Astro Bot takes home Game of the Year trophy at the New York Game Awards

Jan 25, 2025, 04:06 Rine Ikarus News

Astro Bot has emerged as a top PlayStation platformer, winning Game of the Year and rivaling Nintendo's iconic Mario titles.

The unexpected success of Astro Bot proves that games are all about fun and that even a platformer can hold its own against triple-A titles. The New York Game Awards recently held its 14th annual event, and unsurprisingly, Astro Bot emerged as a big winner once again, taking home awards for Best Music, Best Kids’ Game, and yet another Game of the Year trophy. Astro Bot proves it can rival even the Mario franchise While presenting at the...

Dragon Age: The Veilguard did not meet EA's revenue expectations

Jan 25, 2025, 03:57 Rine Ikarus News

EA has now announced that Dragon Age: The Veilguard failed to meet the company’s internal expectations.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard was released on October 31, 2024, to generally favorable reviews from critics and was expected to be the next big hit. However, it received a lukewarm reception from the gaming community. EA has now announced that Dragon Age: The Veilguard failed to meet the company’s internal expectations. In its latest Q3 FY25 earnings report, EA revealed it is lowering its expectations for the fiscal year ending March 2025, shifting from a projected...

The most anticipated characters have arrived in Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero

Jan 22, 2025, 21:39 Rine Ikarus News

The upcoming Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Super Hero Pack DLC is launching on January 23, 2025.

We finally get to see one of the most anticipated DLC packs for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, featuring fan-favorite characters from the Dragon Ball franchise. As part of the current Season Pass, players will receive two Dragon Ball Daima DLC packs along with one Super Hero DLC. The main focus of this DLC will be on characters from the movie Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero, and it has been confirmed that it will include 11 additional characters....

Balatro has just reached 5 million copies sold

Jan 22, 2025, 21:30 Rine Ikarus News

Achieving five million sales within a year is a remarkable milestone for a solo-developed indie project.

Balatro is a poker-based roguelike deck builder created by indie developer LocalThunk that made a significant impact on the gaming industry last year. Since its release, the game has quickly become wildly popular, earning widespread acclaim from both players and critics alike. By early October 2024, developer LocalThunk revealed that gamers had collectively spent a staggering 11,000 years playing Balatro across all platforms, with sales exceeding 3.5 million copies just before the holiday season. Balatro's success also brought...

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition will feature a new epilogue chapter

Jan 17, 2025, 09:51 Rine Ikarus News

The new trailer for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition showcases a visually enhanced version of the original Wii U game.

A new version of Xenoblade Chronicles X is coming to the Nintendo Switch soon, offering more than just the original game’s content. As we approach the final era of the Nintendo Switch, with a new generation of consoles on the horizon, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition is poised to be one of the platform's final exclusive titles. The new trailer reveals an exciting surprise for Xenoblade fans. ...

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will receive its New Game Plus DLC for free

Jan 16, 2025, 13:41 Rine Ikarus News

RGG revealed that players would be able to enjoy New Game Plus for free when the mode is added.

In less than a week, fans will finally get their hands on the highly anticipated spin-off Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. Following recent controversy, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has announced that the New Game Plus mode for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will be released as free downloadable content, addressing fan concerns. Despite Yakuza being one of the most beloved franchises, it hasn’t been without controversy. When Like a...

New parkour mechanics in Assassin's Creed Shadows look promising

Jan 10, 2025, 13:53 Rine Ikarus News

In the latest gameplay reveal, Ubisoft showcases a variety of changes, improvements, and additions that aim to elevate the series in this upcoming entry.

As we step into 2025, Assassin's Creed Shadows is just few months away from its highly anticipated release. For Ubisoft, this is more than just another installment—it’s a pivotal title that could shape the future of the franchise, especially following the recent backlash the company has faced. Assassin's Creed Shadows might very well determine the series’ trajectory. Ubisoft has promised a return to more traditional gameplay, reminiscent of the earlier Assassin's Creed titles, emphasizing stealth and a deeper “assassin” experience. In the...

Astro Bot’s developers didn’t expect the game to win the Game of the Year award

Dec 31, 2024, 22:06 Rine Ikarus News

The Astro Bot development team shared their thoughts on winning Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024.

Astro Bot is a platform game developed by Team Asobi and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment for the PlayStation 5 to coincide with PlayStation's 30th anniversary. The game is the sequel to Astro's Playroom and the fifth overall installment in the Astro Bot series. In this installment, the player embarks on a quest to save lost Bots, retrieve parts for the PlayStation 5 mothership, and defeat the alien Space Bully Nebulax, who originally destroyed the mothership. Since its release, Astro Bot...

Nier: Automata reaches another impressive sales milestone

Dec 31, 2024, 21:18 Rine Ikarus News

Despite being released several years ago, interest in Nier: Automata remains strong.

Nier: Automata, one of the most beloved franchises in gaming, has reached another impressive sales milestone, cementing its legacy seven years after its release. Originally launched in 2017, Nier: Automata serves as a sequel to the 2010 title Nier: Replicant and a spin-off of the Drakengard series. Upon release, it garnered critical acclaim and was met with heartfelt love from fans, selling over 1.5 million copies within its first two months. The game is renowned for its...

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth producer addresses misunderstandings about the game financial performance

Dec 30, 2024, 08:39 Rine Ikarus News

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth producer Yoshinori Kitase addressed the controversy surrounding the game.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth launched in early 2024 to strong critical acclaim and immense fan appreciation. The game even secured a nomination for Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024. However, despite winning over the hearts of players and critics alike, the release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth appears to have influenced Square Enix's stance on future exclusivity for the franchise. ...

Guilty Gear -Strive- will add a free character on Switch

Dec 30, 2024, 08:27 Rine Ikarus News

Queen Dizzy will join the Nintendo Switch version of Guilty Gear -Strive- as part of a free update arriving in February 2025.

Arc System Works’ critically acclaimed fighting game, Guilty Gear -Strive-, has announced an exciting update for its upcoming Nintendo Switch release—a free DLC character will be available shortly after launch. Highly praised by the fighting game community since its debut in 2021, Guilty Gear -Strive- is set to arrive on the Nintendo Switch in January 2025. This version will include content from the first three DLC seasons, offering an impressive lineup of 28 playable characters. ...

Stellar Blade announces collaboration with Goddess of Victory: Nikke

Dec 26, 2024, 06:23 Rine Ikarus News

Shift Up has announced an exciting crossover event between Stellar Blade and Goddess of Victory: Nikke.

It’s no secret that Shift Up, the studio behind the hit PlayStation 5 exclusive Stellar Blade, is also known for its popular mobile gacha game, Goddess of Victory: Nikke. Recently, it was revealed that Shift Up plans to bring these two acclaimed titles together in an exciting crossover event. While the collaboration doesn’t yet have an official release date, it is expected to be a limited-time event in Goddess of Victory: Nikke. The event will likely feature Stellar Blade’s protagonist as...