World of Warcraft: Forever secret hunters have uncovered a multi‑step quest chain on Zephras Isle that rewards the sword Eluvi'ana. The chain begins with an heirloom ring from the starting zone, a Night Watchman’s Torch from Duskwood, and a secret quest at Ruins of Ban'aethal that yields an Ancient Hilt. Hunters must then locate an Ancient Blade on the isle, collect a corrupted water globe from Darkshore or Blackfathom Deeps, and complete fetch quests in Ashenvale and [...]

Tekken creator Katsuhiro Harada criticized Microsoft’s Xbox Series S at the Console Game Developers Conference, calling it a “weaker child” with “awkwardly lower performance.” He highlighted the console’s limited memory and the extra optimization burden it places on developers, citing examples such as Baldur’s Gate 3 and Wardogs. Harada urged fellow developers to voice their frustrations and questioned whether Microsoft might release a future low‑end console. His remarks sparked debate over Microsoft’s feature‑parity policy for the Series X/S lineup. [...]

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has added Halo’s D77‑TC Pelican dropship as a free trial, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of the first Halo game. Players on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5 can fly the Pelican for one week, from November 10 to November 17, 2026, before it becomes a paid add‑on. The trial includes 12 alternate liveries, and the announcement highlights the vehicle’s versatility. The feature is promoted through the in‑game marketplace and Xbox Game Studios’ marketing [...]

Joel Franey earned a Bachelors in Creative Writing and Games Design from Brunel University in 2017 and a Masters in Creative and Critical Writing from Sussex University. He freelanced across gaming roles—design, PR, reviews, features—before joining USgamer and ReedPop’s guides team in 2019. In 2021, he became a Guides Writer at GamesRadar+, focusing on single‑player and narrative titles while covering major AAA releases. Franey also writes fiction, screenplays, and co‑hosts the comedy podcast “Margaret Thatcher, Templar Spy.” [...]

PS Plus Extra and Premium subscribers can now access the PS5 tactical shooter Hell Let Loose from the service’s catalog. The Team 17 title, released in November 2026, is the first game of the month to join the catalog in the U.S., U.K., and Japan. The rollout follows PS Plus’s staggered release schedule, with other November titles such as Death Stranding 2, Like a Dragon, and MotoGP 26 also added. The catalog update expands the library for subscribers across multiple regions. [...]

The article examines why players continue to enjoy Skyrim fifteen years after its release, arguing that its perceived coziness stems not from gameplay or nostalgia but from the game's design that juxtaposes danger with safe, comforting spaces. It highlights how the game's expansive landscapes, soundtrack, and strategic refuge points create a comforting experience even amid threats. The author critiques common explanations—such as nostalgia and player competence—and cites academic perspectives on the psychological basis of cozy gaming. [...]

Sony announced that the PlayStation 5 has shipped over 100 million units worldwide, a milestone reached on 10 November, exactly six years after launch. The figure reflects sell‑in numbers, meaning consoles shipped to retailers, not those sold to consumers. The PS5 now approaches the PS4’s 117 million sales and nearly matches the original PlayStation’s 102.4 million units. Despite this landmark, quarterly sales have declined, with Q2 FY2026 recording 2.6 million units—its lowest second‑quarter total since launch.