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Leaks Fuel Excitement for Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remake

16-Apr-2025, 11:00 am AlexP Gaming News

Major leaks about a possible Oblivion Remake have come out in a short period of time.

The gaming community is abuzz with speculation following a series of leaks suggesting that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is being remade, potentially for a surprise release in April 2025. While Bethesda remains tight-lipped, the evidence, ranging from accidental website postings to insider whispers, paints a compelling picture of a modernized return to Cyrodiil. The earliest hint of an Oblivion remake surfaced in 2020 during a leaked Microsoft document from the FTC vs. Microsoft case, which listed an Oblivion remaster slated...

Uncertainty Hovers Over Diablo 4’s Future as 2025 Roadmap Disappoints Fans

15-Apr-2025, 11:10 am AlexP Gaming News

Will Blizzard be able to regain dominance in the ARPG genre, or will Path of Exile 2 take over?

Diablo 4, Blizzard Entertainment’s dark action RPG, has faced turbulent times since its 2023 launch. While initial praise lauded its gothic atmosphere and refined gameplay, the game’s post-launch trajectory has sparked growing unease among its dedicated fanbase. The recently unveiled 2025 roadmap, intended to chart the game’s future, has instead deepened concerns, leaving players questioning whether Diablo 4 can reclaim its former glory or risk fading into obscurity. ...

Commandos: Origins brings back the nostalgic real-time tactics

14-Apr-2025, 11:15 am AlexP Gaming News

Revisit the nostalgic stealth combat of Commandos: Origins with its modern touch for a broader appeal.

After nearly two decades, Commandos: Origins revives the beloved real-time tactics series, delivering a prequel that captures the essence of its predecessors while introducing modern refinements. Developed by Claymore Game Studios and released on April 9, 2025, this isometric stealth game plunges players into World War II, commanding an elite squad through perilous missions. With a focus on meticulous planning and stealth, Origins strikes a balance between nostalgia and accessibility, though it stumbles with technical hiccups. ...

Ubisoft’s Controversial Stance on Game Ownership

11-Apr-2025, 11:15 am AlexP Gaming News

Ubisoft claims that consumers have no complete ownership on what they purchase, we only acquire a limited time license.

Ubisoft has ignited controversy with its legal argument that gamers do not own their games, whether purchased digitally or as physical copies, but instead acquire only a limited license to access them. This position emerged in response to a class-action lawsuit filed in California concerning The Crew, an online-only racing game launched in 2014. In 2024, Ubisoft shut down the game’s servers, rendering it unplayable, even for those who had purchased physical discs. The plaintiffs, who bought the game...

Movie Games launches investigation into potential Copyright infringement of Schedule I

10-Apr-2025, 12:15 pm AlexP Gaming News

Movie Games has announced an investigation into possible copyright infringement concerning the monumental, successful title, Schedule 1.

Movie Games, the publisher renowned for Drug Dealer Simulator, has announced an investigation into possible copyright infringement concerning the massively successful title, Schedule I, developed by TVGS. The statement, released on April 8, 2025, has ignited debate within the gaming community, spotlighting issues of originality and intellectual property in the thriving indie game market. Schedule I, a drug-dealing simulation game, has taken the gaming world by storm since its release. The game immerses players in the underworld of narcotics...

Unpacking Two Point Museum’s Winning Formula

09-Apr-2025, 11:30 am AlexP Gaming News

Here's how Two Point Studio has done it again, with their new title, Two Point Museum.

Two Point Museum, the latest gem from Two Point Studios, launched in March 2025 and has quickly cemented itself as a standout in the quirky management sim series. Following the success of Two Point Hospital and Two Point Campus, this third installment shifts the focus from healing patients or educating students to curating diverse museums. With its refined mechanics, charming absurdity, and a fresh take on the genre, Two Point Museum might just be the series’ finest hour. One...

The First Berserker: Khazan - A Relentless Rival in the Soulslike Arena

08-Apr-2025, 10:50 am AlexP Gaming News

What can you expect from The First Berserker: Khazan compared to other Soulslike games?

Since its release, The First Berserker: Khazan has stormed into the Soulslike genre, a brutal action RPG that draws from the Dungeon Fighter Online universe. Players step into the boots of Khazan, a betrayed general of the Pell Los Empire, framed for treason, tortured, and resurrected by the spectral Blade Phantom. This sets the stage for a vengeance-fueled odyssey through icy tundras and crumbling fortresses, blending familiar Soulslike patterns with fresh twists. But what does Khazan offer compared to its...

The Brutal Evolution from Doom Eternal to DOOM: The Dark Ages

07-Apr-2025, 12:45 pm AlexP Gaming News

Doom: The Dark Ages is coming back to the roots of the Doom franchise with its new features.

The DOOM franchise has long been a foundation of the first-person shooter genre, delivering relentless action, visceral combat, and a signature blend of chaos and catharsis. With DOOM: The Dark Ages, set to release on May 15, 2025, id Software is once again redefining what it means to be the Doom Slayer. This prequel to DOOM and Doom Eternal takes the series in a bold new direction, trading the high-flying, frenetic pace of its predecessor for a heavier, more...

South of Midnight - Where Deep South Lore Fuels a Hype-Filled Adventure

04-Apr-2025, 10:45 am AlexP Gaming News

Pre-purchase the Premium Edition and enjoy early access to South of Midnight and other goodies.

As the gaming world turns its eyes to April 8, 2025, South of Midnight is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about releases of the year. Developed by Compulsion Games and published by Xbox Game Studios, this third-person action-adventure title has been steadily building anticipation since its reveal at the Xbox Games Showcase in June 2023. With its full launch just days away and an early access period for Premium Edition owners kicking off on April 3, 2025,...

Ubisoft’s $2.1 Million Leaked Influencer Campaign for Assassin’s Creed Shadows

03-Apr-2025, 11:30 am AlexP Gaming News

Ubisoft's promotional strategy involved a $2.1 million investment in influencer marketing.

Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Shadows, released on March 20, 2025, marked a significant moment for the storied franchise, bringing players into the visually stunning and historically rich setting of feudal Japan. With a development budget speculated to range between $250 million and $350 million, the game was a high-stakes project for a company facing financial pressures and a shifting industry landscape. A key part of its promotional strategy involved a $2.1 million investment in influencer marketing, a move that has sparked...

A Nostalgic Return For Fortnite OG

02-Apr-2025, 1:10 pm AlexP Gaming News

Since March 25, 2025, Fortnite OG on Nintendo Switch and other platforms rolled back to Chapter 1 Season 3.

Since March 25, 2025, Fortnite OG on Nintendo Switch and other platforms rolled back to Chapter 1 Season 3, bringing back a fan-favorite era with a meteor in the sky and classic gameplay. Launched as part of the permanent OG mode, this update revives the 2018 season’s charm, offering nostalgia and fresh fun for veterans and newcomers alike. The update’s highlight is the meteor hovering above the island, a nod to its original appearance in 2018. Epic Games has set...

Schedule 1 is Earning Wild Praise and Rivaling AAA Titles in Sales

01-Apr-2025, 11:30 am AlexP Gaming News

Schedule 1 debuted with less hype than this year’s big releases, yet it’s fast emerging as a sleeper hit, quietly winning over fans with its unexpected charm.

Schedule 1 may have launched with less fanfare than some of this year’s blockbuster titles, but it’s quickly proving itself to be a sleeper hit. Since its release, the game has garnered overwhelmingly positive reviews from both critics and players alike, with many praising its tight gameplay mechanics, immersive world-building, and refreshing originality. What’s perhaps most impressive is how Schedule 1 is managing to hold its own in terms of sales. Despite not having the marketing budget or brand recognition of...

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