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After their release in November 2022, the video games Pokemon Scarlet and Violet were swiftly criticized for issues like frame rate drops, graphics quality, crashes, and corrupted save file data during regular gameplay. These performance problems led to several apologies from The Pokemon Company, who have also been working on updates to address these persistent issues. Despite the ninth generation of mainline Pokemon games surpassing 26 million units sold so far, the performance problems with the original Switch version of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet continue to be a subject of debate.

Xbox Cloud Gaming’s “Stream Your Own Game” feature launched earlier this year, providing a vast array of major titles for Game Pass Ultimate members to stream. Games such as Atomic Heart, Cult of the Lamb, Hotline Miami, and Neva were some of the initial additions to this new program. The latest batch from May included Ubisoft’s 2016 snow sports game, Steep, along with Predator: Hunting Grounds. Although the recent additions were limited in number, Xbox’s “Stream Your Own Game” library is already packed with blockbuster titles like both versions of Kingdom Come: Deliverance and Mortal Kombat 1, as well as popular releases such as Cyberpunk 2077 and various Ubisoft titles.

As the release of Death Stranding 2 approaches within a few weeks, the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) has unveiled its official rating: “M for Mature.” This implies the game includes mature content, such as Sam engaging in fights with humans, robots, and spectral entities using hand-to-hand combat, firearms, and stealth strategies. Interestingly, Hideo Kojima previously hinted at a more pronounced emphasis on combats in Death Stranding 2, but there’s a slight detail in the ESRB description that may intrigue some fans: the mention of spectral entities.

Following the initial announcement in 2020, IO Interactive unveiled the long-awaited game 007 First Light to the public today. While no official gameplay footage or trailers have been released yet, additional information about this eagerly anticipated title is expected later this week. It has been confirmed that 007 First Light is an entirely original story developed and published by IO Interactive, marking the debut of a James Bond origin story. As of now, specific details such as release date, price, or platforms are still undisclosed.

The animated series “Boruto: Two Blue Vortex” has introduced a host of potent characters, with the latest power source becoming stronger than ever and fresh antagonists appearing who seem almost unbeatable. Fans have been delighting in the progression of the storyline, particularly the introduction of new powerful figures, a aspect that fans have been eagerly anticipating since the era of “Naruto”.

Blumhouse is set to unveil a number of horror films in 2025, and I’m genuinely thrilled about the upcoming installment of Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, given that the teaser showcases an eagerly awaited toy character. Moreover, I’m equally eager for The Black Phone 2. The chilling and skillfully produced trailer brings to mind two classic horror movies, and I can’t wait to see what unfolds next.

Previously referred to as “The Shrouded City,” the second expansion for Hearthstone’s Year of the Raptor was unveiled during the Warcraft Direct last year. This set will transport players back to the environment seen in Journey to Un’Goro, a 2017 expansion for Hearthstone.

A Brazilian fan account discovered video evidence that appears to depict a split screen and the emergence of a second character labeled “Eve” in Eidos 7, yet the game’s original developer has clarified this may not have been an active project within the studio.

Created by a single developer named LocalThunk, Balatro made a significant impact globally around a year ago, even being nominated for Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024. Although it didn’t win the top prize that evening (which went to Astro Bot), Balatro still walked away with several major awards during the ceremony, such as Best Independent Game, Best Debut Indie Game, and Best Mobile Game. In early May, Balatro became available for PS Plus members, granting access to the game across all three membership tiers. However, time is running out on this fantastic offer, and anyone who hasn’t grabbed the game yet is advised to do so within the next 24 hours.

Instead of traditional MMOs that require players to stick with a single build for each dungeon or raid, Atlan allows them to carry two loadouts simultaneously. This dual setup seamlessly integrates into the battle dynamics, enriching gameplay overall. Unlike many other MMOs where switching skills or equipment during combat can be awkward, delayed, or even prohibited, the system in Crystal of Atlan eliminates these constraints, giving players complete freedom and control.