Fyra Frost

ARC Raiders hits record weekly growth with surging player base

10-Nov-2025, 1:20 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News

The game's community grows on a weekly basis and there are no signs of players getting bored anytime soon.

ARC Raiders, the multiplayer extraction-shooter from Embark Studios, continues to experience an unprecedented surge in its player base. Since its launch on October 30, 2025, the game has repeatedly set new records for concurrent players on Steam, positioning itself as one of the standout releases of the year. Recent statistics show that ARC Raiders peaked at over 462,000 concurrent players on PC alone, surpassing expectations for a title in the extraction-shooter genre and even overtaking blockbuster titles like Battlefield 6 at...

This Week's Video Game Releases - November 2025 (Week 46)

10-Nov-2025, 12:00 pm Fyra Frost New Game Releases

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 arrives this week to try and claim a rightful place at the top of the genre, but there are other exciting releases incoming.

This week, the gaming world braces for one of the most crowded and exciting release schedules in recent memory. From indie experiments to blockbuster sequels, players will have an almost overwhelming array of choices across every genre. But towering above them all is Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, the latest installment in Activision’s long-running and wildly successful shooter series, launching worldwide on November 13, 2025. November 10 - 16 releases Before Call of Duty arrives, November 11 delivers a staggering eleven...

Get Ready! Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is hitting Switch 2 soon

07-Nov-2025, 10:15 am Fyra Frost Gaming News

Sonic and Mario will finally be able to compete on the same platform this December.

Sega has officially confirmed that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will make its debut on the Nintendo Switch 2 on December 4, 2025, giving fans a next-generation version of the high-speed racing title. The preorders for the digital edition are now available. This updated release promises to take full advantage of the Switch 2's hardware, delivering smoother performance, faster loading times, and sharper visuals. The real competition with Mario Kart World begins For players who already own Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on the original Nintendo Switch, Sega...

Grand Theft Auto VI has been delayed unexpectedly

07-Nov-2025, 9:30 am Fyra Frost Gaming News

Rockstar Games has confirmed that the game will now launch in November, leaving the fans disappointed.

Rockstar Games has officially pushed back the release date of Grand Theft Auto VI, moving it from May 26, 2026 to November 19, 2026. The studio announced the decision yesterday, explaining that the additional months will be used to ensure the game meets the studio's high standards for quality and performance. In an official statement, Rockstar explained that the delay would allow its teams "to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and deserve."...

Europa Universalis V sets new benchmarks for strategy games

06-Nov-2025, 12:00 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News

The game has met expectations and is positioned to become one of the biggest releases of the year in the strategy genre.

Europa Universalis V, the latest installment in Paradox Interactive's acclaimed grand-strategy series, has made an impressive debut. Released on November 4, 2025, the game reached over 77,000 concurrent players on Steam shortly after launch, marking a significant milestone for the franchise and proving that complex strategy games continue to captivate a large audience. Deep strategy at its best Compared to its predecessor, Europa Universalis IV, which peaked at around 50,000 concurrent players, the new release represents a major surge in player...

Completing achievements is easier than ever in Battlefield 6

06-Nov-2025, 10:00 am Fyra Frost Gaming News

Battlefield Studios has taken into account player feedback and the game now offers a more accessible progression system.

Battlefield 6 players can finally breathe a sigh of relief. After widespread criticism regarding the game's notoriously difficult challenges and grind-heavy progression, the developers have lowered the requirements for completing many achievements and assignments. The update, released yesterday, aims to make progression more accessible without compromising the skill-based elements of gameplay. Major adjustments to assignments The update includes more than 90 adjustments across various classes, weapons, and gameplay modes. Some of the most notable changes include: reducing the assault rifle "Rapid Fire 1"...

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – The evolution of the legendary franchise

05-Nov-2025, 12:30 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News

Samus Aran returns with new powers in a gameplay experience that will take advantage of the Nintendo Switch 2 capabilities.

Nintendo and Retro Studios have shed some light over Metroid Prime 4: Beyond with a brand-new gameplay reveal that has reignited excitement across the gaming community. After years of silence, the footage confirms that Samus Aran's latest mission will take the series in daring new directions, combining familiar first-person exploration with ambitious new mechanics and cinematic flair. This is not the Metroid you remember The trailer showcases a stunning mix of classic and innovative gameplay elements. Samus now wields newly introduced psychic abilities,...

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 final PC requirements announced

05-Nov-2025, 11:45 am Fyra Frost Gaming News

The PC experience promises to stand at the top with an impressive graphics performance for those whose PCs can meet the requirements.

Activision has finally released the official PC system requirements for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, putting an end to months of speculation about what kind of hardware the game will demand. Alongside the announcement, the publisher confirmed one key detail that has surprised many fans: there will be no early access period for any edition of the game. Everyone, regardless of platform or version, will be able to jump in on the same global launch day: November 14, 2025. The...

Every choice counts in Obsidian's The Outer Worlds 2

04-Nov-2025, 8:25 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News

Obsidian has created an adventure where you drive the story forward with your choices, even though the results may not be what you expected.

"Every decision echoes across the stars." That's the promise at the heart of The Outer Worlds 2, and Obsidian Entertainment delivers on it with style, wit, and remarkable freedom. The studio behind Fallout: New Vegas has crafted a sequel that feels more hilarious, bigger, bolder, and sharper in its satire. This game is an RPG that rewards curiosity, moral conflict, and the chaos of choice. A Universe That Reacts to You From the very first moments, The Outer Worlds 2 wastes...

Dispatch boast impressive sales for a narrative adventure

04-Nov-2025, 6:40 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News

This episodic narrative adventure has demonstrated that there is more than meets the eye to the super hero genre in video games.

When AdHoc Studio released Dispatch, few expected it to become a breakout success. An episodic adventure game about a washed-up superhero working in a call center hardly sounded like the next big hit. Yet, just ten days after launch, Dispatch has sold over one million copies, a figure that's turning heads across the industry and reigniting interest in a genre many thought had faded away. The hero behind the headset Dispatch tells the story of Robert Robertson III, better known in his...

Frostpunk 2 expands its Horizon with a new DLC: Fractured Utopias

03-Nov-2025, 2:00 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News

The DLC will introduce new gameplay mechanics and features to enhance the Utopia Builder mode, enhancing the game experience.

Almost a year after revealing the official post-launch roadmap for the game, Polish developer 11 bit studios has officially revealed the first downloadable content (DLC) for Frostpunk 2, titled Fractured Utopias. The announcement, accompanied by a new trailer, confirms that the expansion will launch on December 8, 2025 across PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG) and console platforms, including PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. Build your own utopia in the unforgiving world of Frostpunk 2 Frostpunk...

This Week's Video Game Releases - November 2025 (Week 45)

03-Nov-2025, 11:00 am Fyra Frost New Game Releases

The return of the iconic Europa Universalis series is accompanied by many other exciting releases this week.

The first week of November is shaping up to be a blockbuster for gamers, with a wide variety of releases spanning strategy, simulation, roguelikes, and more. November 3 - 9 releases Fans of deep strategy and sports management will be especially excited, as Europa Universalis V and Football Manager 26 hit stores this Tuesday, November 4. Paradox Interactive's Europa Universalis V is the highly anticipated next entry in the long-running grand strategy series. Promising even deeper geopolitical gameplay, improved AI, and expanded...

Check out the system requirements for Residen Evil Requiem on PC

31-Oct-2025, 12:00 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News

Resident Evil Requiem will deliver an outstanding experience with impressive graphics, but you need to prepare for it.

Capcom has officially unveiled the PC system requirements for Resident Evil Requiem, the next major installment in the iconic survival horror saga. Scheduled for release on February 27, 2026, the game promises a leap in visual fidelity and technical ambition, powered by cutting-edge features such as path tracing and NVIDIA DLSS 4. Fans and PC enthusiasts alike are now getting their first look at what kind of hardware they'll need to face the next wave of horrors. Minimum and Recommended...

Vampire: Bloodlines 2 rolls out Halloween update with fixes

31-Oct-2025, 11:00 am Fyra Frost Gaming News

This patch introduces a series of new cosmetic options and a long list of bug fixes and gameplay improvements.

The Chinese Room and Paradox Interactive have released the first major post-launch update for Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2. The 1.0.2 “Halloween Update”, which arrived earlier this week, delivers a mix of new character customization options, crucial bug fixes, and early details about the game's upcoming content roadmap. Extra customization options and more The update expands the game's character creator with a selection of 24 new customization options, including eight new hairstyles, eight makeup designs, and eight eye color variations. These...

Resident Evil Requiem: Editions, Story, and Full Release Guide

30-Oct-2025, 12:10 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News

Fans of the series have variety of special editions to choose from, each with their own set of exclusive rewards.

Capcom has officially confirmed that Resident Evil Requiem, the next major entry in its legendary survival-horror franchise, will release worldwide on February 27, 2026. The game will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store), and Nintendo Switch 2. Pre-orders went live on October 29, 2025, coinciding with Capcom’s official "Road to Requiem" campaign and a story recap video shared through PlayStation Blog. All the details about an anticipated release While Capcom hasn't published an exact...

Amazon’s MMO New World to close next year

30-Oct-2025, 11:00 am Fyra Frost Gaming News

Amazon’s MMO New World faces uncertain future after major layoffs. Servers to stay online until 2026.

Amazon Games’ flagship MMORPG New World: Aeternum appears to be entering its twilight years following a major wave of layoffs at Amazon that heavily impacted its video game division. The company confirmed that Season 10: Nighthaven will be the final major content update for the game, marking the end of active development just three years after its full release. While servers will remain online through 2026, players can expect no new expansions, features, or story content going forward. A failed...

Civilization VII is letting players stick with one civilization

29-Oct-2025, 12:45 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News

Firaxis is introducing significant changes in order to make Civilization VII more appealing to to seasoned fans of the series.

After months of player feedback and heated debates online, Firaxis Games is giving Civilization VII fans exactly what they've been asking for: the ability to play with a single civilization from start to finish. This will mark a big shift away from the game's controversial "Ages" system, which forces players to swap civilizations as their empire progresses through Antiquity, Exploration, and Modern times. Reshaping the game to appeal the fans The Ages system was one of Civilization VII’s most significant changes....

Battlefield REDSEC brings destruction to Battle Royale

29-Oct-2025, 11:45 am Fyra Frost Gaming News

Electronic Arts reveals Battlefield REDSEC, a free-to-play standalone experience built on Battlefield 6’s foundation that changes the rules of the genre.

Electronic Arts and Battlefield Studios have officially revealed Battlefield REDSEC, the franchise's first standalone Battle Royale experience. REDSEC was released yesterday right after its offical presentation, and it blends Battlefield's signature large-scale warfare and dynamic destruction with the pace and structure of modern battle royale titles like Warzone and Apex Legends — while introducing fresh mechanics designed to set it apart. A new Battlefield for a new era REDSEC isn't just another add-on to Battlefield 6; it's a self-contained, free-to-play platform...

INAZUMA ELEVEN: Victory Road PC system requirements unveiled

28-Oct-2025, 1:45 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News

Developer Level-5 has revealed the final system requirements to play the game on PC and they are less demanding than you would expect.

Level-5’s long-awaited soccer RPG, Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, is finally gearing up for release on November 13, 2025, and excitement among fans is at an all-time high. While the series has primarily thrived on consoles in the past, the latest entry marks a significant step forward with a dedicated PC version. As such, players are eager to know if their systems can meet the technical demands of this new generation of Inazuma football. Minimum and Recommended PC Specifications According to official listings...

Battlefield 6’s Free Battle Royale mode “REDSEC” launches today

28-Oct-2025, 10:30 am Fyra Frost Gaming News

EA raises the stakes and is launching a free Battle Royale Battelfield experience that will directly compete with Call of Duty Warzone.

After the amazing success of Battlefield 6 at launch, Electronic Arts is making a bold move with the Battlefield series. The publisher has confirmed that the game will soon welcome a standalone, free-to-play battle royale mode called REDSEC, launching October 28, 2025, on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The announcement was made through the official Battlefield account on X (formerly Twitter), accompanied by the tagline: "Eyes up. Plates on." Eyes up. Plates on....

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