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GTA 6’s stunning visuals may come at the cost of frame rate

29-Jul-2025, 2:03 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

His comment aligns with Rockstar’s long-standing design philosophy—pushing the boundaries of realism, even if it means sacrificing performance.

As anticipation for Grand Theft Auto VI continues to build ahead of its 2026 release, one lingering question has sparked widespread discussion: will the game run at 60 FPS on consoles? With Rockstar’s latest trailer showcasing breathtaking visuals—from detailed character models and densely packed environments to hyper-realistic lighting—some fans are beginning to wonder if current-gen hardware can keep up. Former Rockstar Dev Explains Why 30 FPS Might Be Better for Grand Theft Auto VI Former Rockstar Games developer Obbe Vermeij recently joined...

CD Projekt Red teases melee-focused new IP through job listing

28-Jul-2025, 12:26 am Rine Ikarus Gaming News

While details remain sparse, the listing describes Project Hadar as a completely new IP still in early development.

CD Projekt Red has revealed new clues about its mysterious project, codenamed Hadar, through a recent job listing. The studio is seeking a Senior Gameplay Designer with experience in melee-oriented RPG/action games, hinting that Project Hadar may lean heavily into close-quarters combat—possibly offering something quite different from the gunplay-focused Cyberpunk 2077. Project Hadar May Mark a Shift from Gunplay to Close-Combat...

Borderlands 4 on Switch 2 will run at 30 FPS, confirms Gearbox

28-Jul-2025, 12:17 am Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Despite performance and storage concerns, there’s still plenty of good news for Switch 2 players.

As excitement builds for the upcoming Borderlands 4, fans on Nintendo’s next-gen handheld hybrid, the Switch 2, now have more clarity on what to expect performance-wise. According to Gearbox Software’s Randy Pitchford, the game will run “mostly around 30 FPS,” with occasional dips during intense combat or multiplayer sessions—particularly in handheld mode. Pitchford responded directly to fan questions on social media, explaining that preserving the full game experience across all platforms took priority over frame rate targets. “It was important to...

Ghost of Yōtei promises a rich story with expansive exploration

22-Jul-2025, 2:02 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Fans have been curious about just how much content Ghost of Yōtei will offer.

Sucker Punch’s upcoming PS5 exclusive, Ghost of Yōtei, continues to shape up as one of the most anticipated releases of the year. The standalone sequel follows Atsu, a skilled ronin seeking revenge in the northern region of Hokkaido, and builds on the cinematic samurai formula established by Ghost of Tsushima—but with key refinements to gameplay and combat. ...

Cyberpunk 2077 teases mysterious crossover

22-Jul-2025, 1:55 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

This surprise crossover comes at a time when Cyberpunk 2077 is enjoying a second life.

Cyberpunk 2077 continues to find new ways to keep Night City alive—and relevant. This time, CD Projekt Red has begun teasing an unexpected crossover with Arena Breakout: Infinite, a free-to-play tactical shooter developed by Tencent’s MoreFun Studios. While details remain scarce, a short teaser trailer has already stirred excitement, showing an armored truck racing through a neon-lit city before revealing an operator wearing the signature Samurai jacket—iconic gear tied to protagonist V. Night City’s Reach Grows with New Crossover Though the extent...

FromSoftware's next big move may already be in the works

20-Jul-2025, 1:05 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

If the reports are accurate, this game could be announced at one of the major upcoming events like Gamescom or The Game Awards.

Fresh off the momentum of Elden Ring: Nightreign and the announcement of The Duskbloods for Nintendo Switch 2, FromSoftware is reportedly deep into development on another unannounced title—this time a multiplatform project codenamed “FMC.” According to new reports, FMC is already in an advanced production stage and could see a full reveal later this year, with a possible launch as early as 2026. While details remain tightly under wraps, FMC follows the studio’s long-standing tradition of internal codenames. Games like...

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers PC specs revealed ahead of launch

20-Jul-2025, 1:00 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

To help players prepare for launch, the developers have released both minimum and recommended PC specifications.

Leenzee Games has officially unveiled the system requirements for Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, giving PC players a clearer idea of what kind of performance they can expect when the game launches on July 24, 2025. The dark fantasy action-RPG, which blends Chinese history and mythology, has gained attention for its atmospheric world, challenging Soulslike gameplay, and striking art direction. Set in 17th-century China during the collapse of the Ming dynasty, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers follows Bai Wuchang, a pirate plagued by amnesia and...

Cyberpunk 2077 announces full Mac support with new system requirements

17-Jul-2025, 7:31 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

This news arrives as Cyberpunk 2077 continues its unlikely second life.

Just weeks after a surge in Cyberpunk 2077’s player count following the Edgerunners Season 2 announcement, CD Projekt Red is giving even more players a reason to jack back into Night City—this time on Mac. The studio has officially revealed full Mac support for Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, along with detailed system requirements across four performance tiers. Cyberpunk 2077 Mac System Requirements...

Santa Monica Studio’s secret project moving forward as hype builds

17-Jul-2025, 7:13 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

While Santa Monica Studio remains tight-lipped, fans are on high alert for official news.

Santa Monica Studio, the acclaimed team behind God of War and God of War Ragnarök, is steadily advancing work on its next big game. While the PlayStation studio has yet to officially announce the project or share concrete details, new comments suggest that development is proceeding smoothly behind the scenes. The latest insight comes from renowned games journalist Jason Schreier, who responded to questions on ResetEra regarding the studio’s progress. According to Schreier, the mysterious title—led by God of War director...

Rumors hint at Marvel’s Venom game reveal for PS5 this year

13-Jul-2025, 10:42 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Although plans may have shifted after that devastating leak, there’s reason to believe the Venom game still exists.

Insomniac Games may finally be ready to reveal its long-rumored Marvel’s Venom game for the PS5, according to new reports from a reliable industry insider. Though the studio has kept quiet about the spin-off’s existence, fresh rumors suggest an official announcement could come as soon as this September’s rumored PlayStation State of Play event—or, if not, at Geoff Keighley’s high-profile Game Awards in December. Ever since Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 swung onto PS5 last year, fans have been eager to see more...

Play The Last of Us 2 Remastered in order with new Chronological Mode

13-Jul-2025, 10:34 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Naughty Dog advises that new players avoid the Chronological Mode on their first playthrough.

Naughty Dog has quietly dropped a new update for The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, and it brings with it something fans have been curious about for years: a brand-new Chronological Experience mode. This mode lets players experience the entire story of Part 2 in timeline order, restructured from start to finish. It’s a major shift for a game that originally leaned heavily on non-linear storytelling. First released in 2020, The Last of Us Part 2 was praised and...

Cyberpunk 2077 sees player surge as Edgerunners S2 announced

08-Jul-2025, 11:04 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Fans are eager for the new season, described by CD Projekt Red as “a raw, real chronicle of redemption and revenge.”

Night City is bustling once more. Despite being nearly five years old, Cyberpunk 2077 has seen a sharp uptick in players, with SteamDB reporting a peak of over 66,000 concurrent users on July 6. This marks the highest count since February and is more than double the game’s typical daily average of 30,000 to 40,000 players in recent months. It’s an impressive feat for CD Projekt Red’s open-world RPG, especially considering its tumultuous launch back in 2020. While Cyberpunk 2077 fell short...

Monster Hunter Wilds adds exciting time-limited quests

08-Jul-2025, 10:56 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

These rotating events are a key part of what keeps Monster Hunter Wilds feeling fresh.

Monster Hunter Wilds continues to keep its player base engaged with fresh content, as Capcom announces two exciting new limited-time Event Quests set to run from July 8 to July 22. The ever-evolving live-service structure of Monster Hunter Wilds ensures there’s always something new to chase—and this time, both fashion and fierce battles are on the menu. Following a strong launch earlier this year and two major free Title Updates, Monster Hunter Wilds has steadily expanded with new monsters, equipment,...

Monster Hunter Wilds gets major update with new monsters and features

30-Jun-2025, 2:00 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Capcom seeks to keep players engaged and counter recent criticism over technical hiccups and simplified gameplay.

Monster Hunter Wilds just roared back into the spotlight with the release of Title Update 2, packed with fresh monsters, gear, and gameplay improvements that could help win back players. Although Capcom officially unveiled the update on June 30, fans actually got an early look thanks to a slip-up on the official PlayStation website, which accidentally published the details ahead of schedule before quickly pulling the page. Now fully live, the free Title Update 2 adds two beloved beasts—Lagiacrus and...

Mario Kart World races past 1 million physical sales in Japan alone

30-Jun-2025, 1:17 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Mario Kart World’s success reflects the broader popularity of the Switch 2.

Mario Kart World has proven itself as Nintendo’s latest runaway success story, crossing a significant sales milestone in Japan less than a month after launch. Released alongside the highly anticipated Switch 2, the newest entry in the beloved kart racing franchise has already sold over one million physical copies in the region, cementing its place as the flagship title for Nintendo’s newest console. According to figures shared by Famitsu, Mario Kart World shifted an additional 122,578 units in its third...

Phantom Blade Zero breaks away from Soulslike comparisons

29-Jun-2025, 11:41 am Rine Ikarus Gaming News

According to Soulframe Liang, CEO of S-Game, those comparisons don’t tell the whole story.

In today’s gaming landscape, any dark, stylish action game with stamina bars and big bosses often gets labeled a “Soulslike.” It’s no surprise—FromSoftware’s Dark Souls and Elden Ring have carved a genre-defining path that has inspired developers worldwide. But this trend has also led to a flood of comparisons that sometimes overlook each game’s unique identity. Phantom Blade Zero is the latest title to push back against that trend. Developed by S-Game, Phantom Blade Zero has drawn attention for its...

Square Enix considers turn-based future after Clair Obscur’s success

27-Jun-2025, 8:32 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

While action-based systems offer cinematic flair, the enduring popularity of well-executed turn-based experiences is clearly still resonating with audiences.

Square Enix could be rethinking its approach to combat systems in future RPGs following the unexpected success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. The turn-based title has been a breakout hit in 2025, and its popularity has reignited discussions about the value of command-based gameplay—especially when compared to Square Enix’s recent real-time combat direction. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has even earned recognition from major studios like CD Projekt Red, further cementing its impact on the RPG genre and highlighting the...

PlayStation slip reveals Monster Hunter Wilds upcoming update

26-Jun-2025, 5:03 am Rine Ikarus Gaming News

These updates couldn’t come at a more critical time.

Capcom’s Monster Hunter Wilds launched in early 2025 to strong critical reception, but its player base has since grown frustrated over mounting issues. Now, an accidental slip-up from the official PlayStation website—since taken down—has revealed the contents and release date for Title Update 2 ahead of schedule. The major update is set to arrive on June 30, bringing new content and system improvements that may help restore goodwill among the game’s increasingly vocal community. According to the leaked image, Monster...

Over 1 million already wishlisted Resident Evil Requiem

26-Jun-2025, 3:17 am Rine Ikarus Gaming News

While wishlisting doesn’t guarantee sales, it’s one of the strongest indicators of early demand

Resident Evil fans were caught completely off guard during this year’s Summer Game Fest when Capcom unveiled Resident Evil Requiem with a chilling surprise trailer. While the game won’t release until early 2026, that hasn’t stopped fans from showing their excitement in a major way—by flooding the Steam wishlist page. Resident Evil Requiem marks the next major installment in Capcom’s legendary survival horror series. While details are still scarce, the game appears to be both a departure and a return—with fresh characters rumored...

Player surge hits Elden Ring: Nightreign after boss update

23-Jun-2025, 8:52 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

The release of Gaping Jaw not only introduced new gameplay opportunities but also helped reverse the narrative surrounding Elden Ring: Nightreign’s rocky debut.

Elden Ring: Nightreign is experiencing a strong resurgence in player activity following the introduction of its first limited-time Everdark Sovereign boss, Gaping Jaw. Available only until June 25, this fearsome new boss offers a tougher challenge than its original form, complete with increased power, new mechanics, and enhanced rewards. The result is a 69% spike in the game’s concurrent player count on Steam—an impressive bounce back for a title that launched just weeks ago. Players who have already defeated the original...

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