Xbox Game Pass Adds Day-One ‘Grand Theft Cthulhu’ Game and More

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Created by Melbourne studio Reuben Games, Dead Static Drive is a unique experience blending open-world freedom with Lovecraftian horror. Players navigate a terrifying road trip through a twisted, post-apocalyptic version of the 1980s American Southwest. The game’s atmosphere draws inspiration from classic weird fiction authors like T.E.D. Klein, the visual style of photographer William Eggleston, and the films of David Lynch. In terms of gameplay, Dead Static Drive is similar to The Oregon Trail, but with the added threat of terrifying, otherworldly monsters. The story centers around Hearst, who is searching for their parents and trying to uncover the truth behind the world’s collapse.

Arc Raiders Is Restoring My Faith in the Gaming Community

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I was initially intimidated by Arc Raiders, knowing its mix of player-versus-player and player-versus-environment gameplay could lead to quick defeats. This made me play very carefully at first. However, I soon realized something surprising: the game’s environmental challenges are so difficult that many players are simply focused on surviving, just like me. While I’ve occasionally been attacked by other players, Arc Raiders is mostly reminding me that there’s still a lot of good sportsmanship in the gaming world.

PlayStation Portal Gets Cloud Streaming in Surprise Update

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PlayStation announced on their blog that PS Portal users will soon be able to stream certain PS5 games directly to their device using a PS Plus Premium subscription. The update launches November 5th at 6 PM Pacific Time / November 6th at 2 AM GMT and includes improvements to gameplay, a fresh user interface, and other new features.

Battlefield 6 Players Are Editing Game Files to Turn Off Matchmaking Against ‘Overpowered’ Aim Assist

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The debate over aim assist in video games is a long-standing one. Traditionally, developers have included aim assist for controller players to level the playing field, as keyboard and mouse setups naturally allow for more accurate aiming. However, many keyboard and mouse players now believe aim assist has become too strong, giving controller players an unfair advantage.

PlayStation’s Rumored Dynamic Game Pricing Surfaces Again

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Dynamic pricing isn’t a new idea, but it’s become much more common recently, especially with concert tickets becoming more expensive. Traditionally, tickets had fixed prices, but now venues and services can adjust prices based on demand. This means the cost of a seat for the same event can vary – you might pay more or less depending on how popular it is.

Nintendo Releases Helpful New Smartphone App

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Nintendo had a very strong financial year in 2025, largely thanks to the successful launch of the Switch 2. They anticipate continued strong sales of their existing consoles heading into 2026. In addition, Nintendo is working to improve its online store, making it simpler for customers to buy games and hardware.