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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...

CD Projekt Red praises Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as the future of RPGs

21-Jun-2025, 1:43 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

CD Projekt Red is known for pushing the boundaries of RPGs, and their praise highlights just how impactful Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 already is.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the breakout RPG from Sandfall Interactive, continues to make waves not just among fans and critics, but now even among the industry's biggest players. Marcin Momot, the Global Community Director at CD Projekt Red (creators of The Witcher and Cyberpunk 2077), recently took to social media to voice his admiration for the game, calling it an example of what the RPG genre needs more of. That's it for Clair Obscur....

A surprise DLC just dropped for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero

19-Jun-2025, 6:06 am Rine Ikarus Gaming News

With over 200 characters and counting, Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero is shaping up to be one of the most content-rich entries in the franchise.

In a move that caught fans off guard, Bandai Namco has announced a brand-new DLC fighter for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero—the original character Shallot from Dragon Ball Legends. Revealed via a short trailer on June 17, Shallot will officially join the ever-expanding roster on June 26. Players who own the Season Pass will gain early access to the character starting June 23. A Familiar Face Joins the Roster This marks the first time Shallot appears in a mainline Dragon Ball game outside...

The Sands of Time Remake sees positive progress update

19-Jun-2025, 5:54 am Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Ubisoft’s tweet also encouraged fans to explore these new titles while waiting for more news about Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake.

After years of silence and uncertainty, Ubisoft has reassured fans that Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake is progressing steadily. The latest update, shared via the franchise's official Twitter account, confirmed that Ubisoft Montreal remains “deep in the game,” with development going smoothly. Originally announced in 2020, the remake has had a troubled journey. Initially helmed by Ubisoft’s Indian studios in Mumbai and Pune, the project was delayed multiple times before being handed over to Ubisoft Montreal for a...

Stellar Blade shatters records on PC launch day

15-Jun-2025, 3:44 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

This overwhelming success marks a major milestone for Shift Up, signaling their arrival as a serious contender in the global gaming scene.

Stellar Blade has officially landed on PC—and its impact has been nothing short of explosive. Within just hours of release, the highly anticipated port from developer Shift Up soared past 99,000 concurrent players on Steam, according to SteamDB, making it the most successful PlayStation-published single-player game launch on the platform. It has already outpaced major titles like Ghost of Tsushima (77,000 peak players), God of War, and Marvel’s Spider-Man. Currently, the game has reached over 180,000 peak...

Switch 2 boosts Street Fighter 6 to 5 million units sold

15-Jun-2025, 3:33 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

To coincide with the launch of Nintendo’s new console, Capcom released a special version of Street Fighter 6 tailored for the Switch 2.

Street Fighter 6 has officially surpassed 5 million copies sold, Capcom confirmed this week—two years after the game’s original launch. The milestone reflects a steady and growing player base, with the recent release on the Nintendo Switch 2 playing a key role in the game’s renewed momentum. Street Fighter 6 has now sold over 5 million copies! What a way to celebrate our 2nd anniversary! Thanks to all our fans out there around the world and...

Lies of P dev reveals DLC changes after player feedback

12-Jun-2025, 9:34 am Rine Ikarus Gaming News

This marks a notable shift in approach for a genre known for its uncompromising difficulty.

The surprise release of Lies of P: Overture during Summer Game Fest 2025 caught everyone off guard—in the best way possible. The DLC was shadow-dropped without prior warning, leading to a huge resurgence in the game’s popularity. Within hours, Lies of P hit an all-time peak player count on Steam, with over 30,000 players returning to the haunting world of Krat to experience what the prequel has to offer. While the community was thrilled to dive back into Neowiz’s celebrated...

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