Leon Hurley, Managing Editor of GamesRadar’s guides section, oversees guide creation across PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Switch. A veteran writer, he began at Official PlayStation Magazine, rising to deputy editor before moving to Kotaku UK and then GamesRadar. Hurley writes about horror, action, and narrative titles, and covers game development topics. He also develops games in GameMaker and Unity, blending industry insight with hands‑on experience.

Genshin Impact’s update 7.1 introduced Vesna, a 5‑star fae warrior praised for her high damage output and unique flight mechanics. Vesna’s skill chain builds a resource that powers powerful elemental attacks, while her burst can be triggered mid‑air for swift movement. Paired with support Vodyanitsa, Vesna excels in the new Stellar Swirl reaction. Her ability to glide and fly faster than any previous character enhances exploration, making her a top choice for players seeking both combat strength [...]

The story director for Gears of War: E‑Day, Juan Vaca, was laid off during Microsoft’s recent Xbox restructuring, just two weeks before the game’s October 6 release. Vaca, who joined Coalition in 2022 and spent over four years on the title, announced his dismissal on LinkedIn and offered his services to other studios. The layoffs, part of a broader 268‑developer cut, also affected several other Xbox studios, including Rare, Playground, and Halo. The impact on E‑Day’s narrative [...]

Leon Hurley, Managing Editor of GamesRadar’s guides section, oversees guide creation across PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Switch, while writing and planning content with his team. A veteran writer, he began at Official PlayStation Magazine during the PlayStation 2 era, advancing to deputy editor and website editor before moving to Kotaku UK as news editor. He later joined GamesRadar, rising to guides boss. Hurley also writes on game development, publishes technical analyses, and develops indie titles in GameMaker and Unity. [...]

Microsoft’s Xbox reorganisation has moved Obsidian Entertainment from Xbox Game Studios into Bethesda’s portfolio. Despite layoffs and studio reshuffling, Bethesda president Jill Braff assured staff that Obsidian will retain its creative identity and leadership. Feargus Urquhart and the studio’s team will continue to run Obsidian, now reporting to Braff, while Bethesda Game Studios will oversee the Fallout franchise. The two entities will collaborate on a new Fallout title, preserving the studio’s RPG heritage amid corporate realignment. [...]

Leon Hurley, Managing Editor of GamesRadar’s guides section, oversees all tips coverage across PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Switch. With a background as a staff writer for Official PlayStation Magazine, he rose to deputy editor, website editor, and later news editor for Kotaku UK before joining GamesRadar. Hurley writes and plans guides, focusing on horror, action‑adventure, FPS, and open‑world titles, and also produces content on game development and his own indie projects in GameMaker and Unity. [...]

Activision has taken over development of the next Halo title, prompting fan concerns about the franchise’s future. Xbox’s restructuring cut 268 roles at Halo Studios, with 1,600 layoffs already announced, and a new team will handle Halo while a small core group maintains current games. The change raises questions about a potential lore reboot and whether Halo Fest Seattle, slated for December’s 25th‑anniversary celebration, will proceed. Activision’s president emphasized creating the greatest Halo game while honoring its [...]