Nintendohas this weird habit of not telling anyone which of its development teams are working on its new games. It’s particularly annoying when it’s painfully obvious, as is the case withDonkey Kong Bananza. Even more evidence has emerged suggesting the team behind Nintendo’s recent 3D Mario games has played a role in the nextSwitch 2exclusive’s creation. Nintendo has been using its Today app to reveal news and share better looks at some of its upcoming games....

One of the worst-kept secrets in modern gaming, a remake ofAssassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag, the 2013 entry in the largerAssassin’s Creedfranchise fromUbisoft, reportedly nearly landed voice actor Matt Ryan in some serious legal trouble. As first spotted by Insider Gaming, appearing at a recent convention, Ryan, who provides the voice of Edward Kenway, was asked once again about the remake, only to reveal the situation he found himself in without his consent....

InXile Entertainmentwas founded by Brian Fargo, co-founder of Interplay, and developer of various beloved CRPGs such as Wasteland,Falloutand The Bard’s Tale. Wasteland, which Fargo directed, is often seen as the primary inspiration for Fallout, which went on to become a much bigger brand following the release of the original in 1997. Fargo was an executive producer on both Fallout and Fallout 2. InXile was in dire straits until a “Hail Mary"Kickstarter campaignfor Wasteland 2 saved the studio in 2012....

Oblivion Remasteredwas so positively received when it shadow dropped earlier this year thanks to its perfect understanding of the importance of restraint.Bethesdaand Virtuos knew they needed to respect the source material that had kept this 2006 RPG beloved by legions of fans almost two decades later. In many ways, Oblivion was the first game of its kind; a direct attempt to streamline a formula that for years was isolated to hardcore PC crowds with the means to power and control sprawling open-world experiences....

Boss battles are and have been a constant of gaming since some of the first arcade cabinets. Working your waythrough hordes of low-strength enemiesto fight a boss who is a challenge all by themselves has always been a real treat. Whether it’s a giant lizard in a castle, a knight of dubious origins, or an evil mastermind, boss battles are one of the peak gaming experiences. While most increase the difficulty, some even increase the emotions too....

Obsidian has confirmed in a recent interview that Grounded 2’s content updates will be much more spaced out than in the first game, but there’s a good reason for it. Last month’s Xbox Games Showcase had a lot of surprising reveals, from theannouncement of Double Fine’s next gameto the long-awaitedconfirmation of Persona 4’s remake. As exciting as those were, though, one of the biggest moments came whenObsidian announced that it’s working on a sequel to Grounded....

Grand Theft Auto Onlineis a beast. The online mode that came withGTA 5evolved into its own thing, eclipsing the base game, and giving Rockstar a pipeline for unlimited money. New heists, missions, items, and of course, Shark Cards meant people will keep putting money into the game. In fact, part of the reason GTA 5 sold so much after launch was because of the shark card packs it would come with....

If you’re over a certain age, or you’re a particularly avid arcade fan, you’ll be familiar with light guns. Whether it was playing Duck Hunt for the NES or Time Crisis on the PlayStation, you’d point and aim at the screen, pull the trigger, and watch as you hit your mark. This tech captivated us in our youth, but went the way of the dinosaur when CRT TVs also bit the evolutionary dust....

Quick Links Mario Kart Worldoffers a refreshing yet familiar experience, adding to the excellent chaos that is expected from this series, with a whopping 24 characters racing around the varied and complex tracks. Making items, course knowledge, and risk-taking all the more valuable if you want to secure a win. And that’s not even taking into play the new and exhilarating Knockout Tour mode. This comes further into play if you’re gunning to earn three stars in every Grand Prix Cup and Knockout Tour, which isn’t nearly as easy as it sounds....

Quick Links If you’re a completionist and you’ve been tracking down every single pal available inPalworldand constantly keeping up with the updates and the new pals releasing, then nothing is more frustrating for you than missing some pals that you simply can’t figure out where to find. This is the case with Braloha, as this rare pal that was added with the Tides of Terraria update can be found in only one location....

Quick Links Locating Buried Treasure inDune: Awakeningis beneficial, as you can get late-game resources early on, and there’s a chance of finding better gear when you do. Obtaining one won’t be easy due to how important these treasure boxes can be, but they’re always worth the try. Additionally, it’s a dangerous task that can make you lose everything you’ve worked on, but depending on your skill level and where you are, searching for these treasures will certainly be a rewarding experience....

Quick Links As you work for freedom inCash Cleaner Simulator, you’ll meet a host of interesting characters, such as Lifehacker, who all claim to be old friends or partners. Without your memory, it’s hard to tell if they’re telling the truth, but lying or not, their money’s still good, and so are the rewards for helping them. One of these characters is known as Panther, and they claim that the two of you used to be FDI Agents before everything went south....

Quick Links Off the Gridputs you in a high-tech competition on Teardrop Island, where cybernetics are the norm. Before you can jump into the action, there’s one big hurdle: performance. The game’s optimization on PC has been a common pain point for those jumping in. If you’re struggling to find the right balance between visuals and playability, you’re in the right place. This guide covers the best settings to help you get Off The Grid running more smoothly....