Blizzard’s upcoming MMO, World of Warcraft: Forever, is officially a PC title, yet community developers have already made it run on handhelds and smartphones. Larian publishing director Michael Douse posted a video of the game on an AYN Thor Android console, showing the character on the top screen and UI elements on the bottom, using a mod released by GitHub user JReese702. A separate GitHub project, WolkaraForever, enables the game on the iPhone Duo, with dual‑sided touchscreen controls, though users [...]

Former PlayStation chief Shawn Layden praised auteurs such as Hideo Kojima, Ken Levine, Neil Druckmann, and Todd Howard on The Trophy Room podcast, arguing that memorable games arise from singular creative vision rather than committee work. Layden likened auteurs to unique artists like Rembrandt and Scorsese, asserting that great games require a “megalomaniac” mindset. He highlighted his role in shielding creators from distractions and emphasized that the industry’s goal is to produce great games, not merely commercial [...]

Roblox’s survival‑style game Survive Your Ideas has released new promotional codes that grant players Free Spins and Lucky Spins, which unlock random items and power‑ups. The codes are entered via the in‑game “Codes” button and are case‑insensitive. Rewards include rare items that can be converted to cash if duplicated. The current promos focus on boosting players’ chances in chaotic rounds where random words spawn disasters. No expired codes are reported, but promotions are time‑limited. [...]

A former Mass Effect lead, Christina Norman, highlighted the indie title Clair Obscur as evidence that a new Mass Effect could be produced for under $200 million. Norman cited the game’s $10 million budget and its high visual fidelity to argue that smaller teams can deliver AAA‑level experiences. She referenced BioWare co‑founder Trent Oster’s claim that saving Mass Effect 5 would cost over $200 million, citing fan expectations and IP plans. Norman’s tweet suggested a five‑fold increase over Clair Obscur’s [...]

The Street Fighter League Americas 2026 Finals showcased Latin America’s dominance, highlighted by 17‑year‑old Chilean Derek “Blaz” winning the Grand Finals against Noah “NoahTheProdigy” Solis. Blaz’s team, 2Game, comprised players from Mexico, Argentina, and Brazil, secured a decisive comeback after a 3rd‑place finish last year. The region’s rise is attributed to relentless effort and limited opportunities, with coach remarks underscoring hidden talent and the importance of seizing every chance. Blaz’s performance, featuring three consecutive perfect parries, has [...]

Take‑Two Interactive disclosed that pre‑orders for Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto VI have far exceeded internal forecasts, generating roughly $730 million in sales within weeks of release. The publisher had invested about $1 billion in the game’s development, yet executives said the response “wasn’t expected to be this big.” In its latest earnings presentation, Take‑Two highlighted the unprecedented pre‑order momentum and reiterated a full‑year net‑booking target of $8 billion for fiscal 2027, a figure comparable only with industry rivals such as EA. [...]

Nintendo released a high‑definition remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Switch 2 last week, updating the 1998 classic with modern graphics and new visual details. Among the most talked‑about changes are the fairies of Kokiri Forest, which now appear as fluffy, illuminated balls rather than pure light orbs, prompting longtime fans to rethink a staple of the game’s lore. The Hyrule guards have also been given conspicuous “jorts” beneath their armor, a detail [...]