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A few weeks ago, reports started surfacing on social media outlets suggesting that Sony was considering a Kadokawa buyout. It was suggested that Kadokawa’s anime business was a major target for Sony, but its handful of gaming studios, including Elden Ring developer FromSoftware, also excited the company.

The Japanese company has come to a deal with Kadokawa. (Image via PlayStation)

After intense speculation in the industry, Sony has officially given us some clarity regarding the whole buyout. While the PlayStation maker isn’t the full owner of FromSoft, its position as the largest shareholder will be a nightmare for Hidetaka Miyazaki and his team going forward.

Dark ages are coming for FromSoftware thanks to Sony Sony’s reputation among gamers is at an all-time low. (Image via FromSoft)

FromSoft’s parent company, Kadokawa Corporation, and Sony have revealed that both companies are entering a business and strategic capital alliance.

Jonathan Blow, a well-known indie game developer, thinks that Elden Ring does not have a great design language and that it is just a large-scale ambitious project with a huge map and a bunch of bosses with different attack patterns.

Blow feels that mainstream Aaa games are slowly losing their charm. Image Credit: GameSpot Yt

His criticism of the game does not mean to take away from the scope and success; he is just expressing his personal opinion on the matter. However, it is a pretty bold statement against one of the best games to have ever been released.

Jonathan Blow targets Elden Ring’s design language Elden Ring offers a highly customizable experience. Image Credit: FromSoftware

There is no doubt about the large scope and scale of Elden Ring. It has a huge map that offers each player a unique experience based on the choices they make along the way.

Isn’t it fascinating how skeletons have a way of crawling out of their closets at the most convenient times? Just as Black Myth: Wukong was poised to make history as the first Chinese game to potentially claim Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024, some very old bones started rattling.

Suddenly, three-year-old allegations against Game Science were front-page news across the Western media.

Everything’s fair in love and game awards. | Image Credit: Game Science

The timing was about as subtle as a boss fight in Dark Souls—which is to say, not subtle at all. Here was a game that had shattered every conceivable record, won hearts across continents, and redefined what Eastern game development could achieve. Yet somehow, certain publications thought August 2024 was the perfect time to dust off screenshots from 2021.

And here’s where it gets really interesting: many of these same publications later showed...

Grace Park and Hawaii Five-0 are practically synonymous for fans of the hit crime drama. Portraying Kono Kalakaua, Grace wasn’t just another character on the team, she was the heart and soul that gave the show its edge.

From the very first season, Kono stood out displaying a rookie cop with killer instincts and fierce loyalty that made her a fan favorite. And let’s not forget her insane surf skills that added to her badass persona. Whether she was chasing down bad guys or navigating personal challenges, Kono brought depth and relatability to the otherwise action-packed procedural.

Grace Park in Hawaii Five-o (Credits- CBS Studios)

For Park, Hawaii Five-o was more than just a career milestone. It was her role as Kono that catapulted her into success and solidified her as a household name. Over seven seasons and 168 episodes, she was an integral part of the show’s ensemble.

Well, if Elden Ring Nightreign wishes to dominate players with its difficulty, then who better than one Demon Souls 3 boss who can adapt to strategy in real-time to get the job done? It is high time to pull the curtains on this.

Elden Ring Nightreign could do well with the addition of Darkeater Midir. Image Credit: FromSoftware

Any long-term Souls player must have been through the depths of Ringed City and encountered the great Darkeater Midir, and a lot of them must remember dying countless times at the hands of this extremely overpowered boss who not only has an amazing backstory but an even better skillset.

Elden Ring Nightreign could feature Darkeater Midir The boss fight in the upcoming game is looking extremely intense. Image Credit: FromSoftware

If Miyazaki is all game for including Midir in the upcoming Elden Ring Nightreign, the game could become 100 times more challenging, making it on par,...

In the colorful world of Infinity Nikki, Papergames’ latest gacha sensation, players are channeling an unlikely source of inspiration: Dark Souls. But don’t worry, they’re not suddenly donning armor and rolling around—instead, they’re embracing the spirit of jolly cooperation through an ingenious use of the game’s photo mode.

The unlikeliest of unlikely inspirations. | Image Credit: FromSoftware

It seems the fashionistas of Miraland have stumbled upon their own version of Dark Souls‘ iconic bloodstain mechanic. Instead of warning fellow players about impending doom, however, these snapshots are guiding them towards hidden treasures and puzzle solutions. Who knew haute couture and hardcore gaming had so much in common?

When fashion meets phantoms: A Dark Souls-inspired revelation That camera isn’t just for selfies anymore. | Image Credit: Papergames

Just as Dark Souls players can witness the final moments of fallen warriors through bloodstains, Infinity Nikki‘s “Snapshot Hourglass...

Elden Ring Nightreign will offer more than what meets the eye. There are a lot of exciting things that you will be able to do in the upcoming game; however, there is one feature that takes the top spot, being the most interesting one of all.

Elden Ring Nightreign will be featuring an upgraded bloodstains mechanic. Image Credit: FromSoftware

It is one of the oldest gameplay mechanics prevalent in FromSoftware’s games since the release of Demon’s Souls. It’s the bloodstains and in the upcoming game, they will serve a bigger purpose than just being a warning sign.

Elden Ring Nightreign has a more improved bloodstains feature Nightreign is full of a lot of mysteries waiting to be solved. Image Credit: FromSoftware

Bloodstains have always been integral to all the games by FromSoftware. They serve as a great addition, mainly as a caution sign, signifying the death of...

FromSoftware’s Elden Ring has seen a massive resurgence this year, with millions of gamers flocking to the Lands Between with the debut of Shadow of the Erdtree.

Elden Ring is one of the biggest success stories in the gaming industry. (Image via FromSoftware)

The first and only expansion for Elden Ring didn’t disappoint. Not only did it bring some incredible additions to the game, but it also added to the commercial success. Despite all of that, gamers couldn’t overcome Hidetaka Miyazaki’s ultimate challenge in the title.

Elden Ring players failed to clear the very first achievement The Roundtable Hold achievement is still haunting players. (Image via FromSoftware)

There’s no denying the fact that Elden Ring has a plethora of tough challenges to go through from start to finish. However, if you’re willing to go the extra mile, Hidetaka Miyazaki and his team have brought...

FromSoftware’s magnum opus, Elden Ring, has left us all praising the Erdtree and questioning our sanity in equal measure. But while most of us were busy getting our behinds handed to us by Malenia for the umpteenth time, some intrepid souls dared to look beyond the veil of endless deaths and actually question the narrative.

A land of mysteries left unsolved. | Image Credit: FromSoftware

And boy, did they find some doozies. From identity crises of cosmic proportions to entire realms seemingly forgotten by the game’s own lore keepers, Elden Ring’s plot holes are as numerous as the “You Died” screens we’ve all come to know and love.

So grab your Mimic Tear (nerf be damned) and join us as we explore three head-scratchers that even the most dedicated lore hunters are still puzzling over. Miyazaki, we demand answers!

[#1] The enigma of Melina’s true identity Alright then,...

There are very few gaming gaming characters as instantly recognizable across all of popular culture as Mario or Sonic the Hedgehog, but Bandai Namco’s Pac-Man is one of them. The yellow fruit-eating circle’s iconic “waka-waka” eating soundbite is one of the most recognizable sounds in gaming. Debuting in 1980 in arcades (a full year ahead of Mario himself), Pac-Man is celebrating its 45th anniversary in 2025, although he’s sporting a very different look.

To commemorate the occasion, Bandai Namco is taking Pac-Man to uncharted territory, far away from its family-friendly roots.

Ever since its debut, Elden Ring has captivated millions of players and enjoyed massive success. From shipping millions of copies to sweeping multiple awards, the Hidetaka Miyazaki title and its Shadow of the Erdtree Dlc have stood out from its competition.

Nightreign‘s reveal took everyone by surprise. (Image via FromSoftware)

Now, FromSoftware is back with Elden Ring: Nightreign. It’s an online multiplayer title that’s breaking away from the single-player focus that was seen with previous entries from FromSoftware. However, the studio is charting into another territory with this title that has raised hopes for a Bloodborne crossover.

Elden Ring: Nightreign might bring a Bloodborne crossover It’s been years since FromSoftware has revisited the Bloodborne IP. (Image via Sony)

Elden Ring: Nightein‘s gameplay trailer gave us an incredible insight into the title’s setting. It’s set to take place in The Lands Between, as confirmed by director Junya Ishizaki himself.

When Starfield launched in September 2023, it’s a fact that there were a lot of expectations riding on it. The game was alleged to be in production since Fallout 4′s release in 2015 and Bethesda Game Studios made a lot of promises that it had to deliver on.

Phil may have aimed too high with Starfield. | Image Credit: Xbox On

As Bethesda’s first new IP in decades, the game left a lot to be desired when it first came out. And that’s not to say that our expectations were too high, because even Phil Spencer admitted in 2023 that the goal was that it would last 12 years like The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.

Starfield doesn’t seem like it’ll have the long tenure that Skyrim has. It doesn’t look very hopeful. | Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios

At launch Starfield became the biggest Bethesda game launch within a week...

Kevin Feige’s MCU will be bringing back Chris Evans for the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday and with the return of Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, it seems like Marvel Studios is grasping at all strings to deliver a blockbuster. Since Avengers: Endgame, the franchise has been stumbling hard and has only had some spikes in its graph.

However, bringing back fan-favorite characters who have had their arcs completed may not be the best idea to improve the MCU. While it may have worked with Hugh Jackman in Deadpool & Wolverine, Feige needs to do something else to make the franchise great again. Author George R.R. Martin may have given the perfect idea years ago.

George R.R. Martin told what Kevin Feige should do to make the Avengers work George R.R. Martin | Credits: CBS News

George R.R. Martin has been vocal about the influence Stan Lee...

Elden Ring is FromSoftware and Hidetaka Miyazaki’s greatest success and one of the best games of all time. The game has sold over 25 million copies and Shadow of the Erdtree is the highest-rated Dlc of all time. One of the most noteworthy things about the game is Fromsoft’s collaboration with George R.R. Martin.

Grrm set the stage for the history of The Lands Between. | Image Credit: Sanna Pudas, licensed under Cc By 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

While the game’s creation is widely attributed to Miyazaki and FromSoft, George R.R. Martin also played a big role in its creation. Despite this, the author has consistently downplayed his role, giving much of the credit to Miyazaki himself.

Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R.R. Martin made an absolute masterpiece

George R.R. Martin’s involvement in Elden Ring began with a request from Hidetaka Miyazaki and the FromSoftware team to...

From any angle, Guerrilla Games’ Horizon series has been a victim of unfortunate timing. Despite earning critical acclaim and developing a passionate fanbase, the franchise has earned a somewhat tragic reputation for releasing its titles in the shadow of bigger, more widely anticipated games.

The series has been cursed for years. | Image Credit: Guerrilla Games

Whether it’s some cosmic curse or just bad luck, it seems the series has never quite managed to get the spotlight all to itself. Once again, with its impending release of a multiplayer spinoff in 2025, it has found itself in the same position, right up against a newly announced multiplayer title from FromSoft: Elden Ring Nightreign.

The curse of the Horizon series remains persistent The series multiplayer spin-off is releasing next year and once again facing tough competition. | Image Credit: Guerrilla Games

For those unfamiliar with this so-called curse, Guerrilla Games started the franchise...

FromSoftware is officially developing a standalone co-op version of Elden Ring. Elden Ring Nightreign, one of the most shocking announcements at The Game Awards 2024, is certain to surprise fans of FromSoftware’s renowned Soulsborne genre. The developer has never created a three-player rogue-like PvE game like this one before, and it’s safe to assume that it will raise a lot of eyebrows for sure.

Elden Ring Nighreign is coming in 2025. | Credit: FromSoftware.

The world of Elden Ring, created by George R. R. Martin, has enthralled players and experienced great success ever since it first appeared. The game, which was directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki, and its Shadow of the Erdtree Dlc have distinguished themselves from the competition in a number of ways, from quickly selling millions of copies to winning numerous awards. However, it seems the tables are about to turn above FromSoftware’s head.

Elden Ring Nightreign – A new...

The Game of Thrones franchise has a spotty history when it comes to video game adaptations. Telltale made a series of story-based adventure a while back that were pretty good. Beyond that it's mostly been mobile games with light strategy elements.

Game of Thrones: Kingsroad could change all that. Developed by Netmarble — also known for making games set in the Marvel and Star Wars universes — Kingsroad is an open world action-adventure game set in the aftermath of the Red Wedding. You play as the last remaining heir of House Tyre in the North. "[Y]ou will embark on a journey to restore your house’s legacy, forging alliances through trials and betrayals while navigating a realm rife with intrigue, danger, and opportunity," reads an official note from the developer. "The game’s original storyline expands on that of the legendary TV series, allowing you to forge your own path amidst the...

The Game Awards 2024 showcased the best that the industry had to offer this year and highlighted some of the most notable achievements this year (except Sony’s apparent influence). However, it was a night of unexpected snubs for Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree Dlc, and Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2.

It’s sad that it won neither of its nominations. | Image Credit: Saber Interactive

Shadow of the Erdtree was nominated for six awards while Space Marine 2 was nominated for two, but neither won anything. And while you can forgive the losses for Elden Ring‘s Dlc on the counts that it is, well, a Dlc, the same can’t be said for Space Marine 2.

Shadow of the Erdtree wasn’t the only one that got snubbed It should’ve won at least one category even as a Dlc. | Image Credit: FromSoftware

Despite being arguably the best Dlc ever made,...

What are Sony and The Game Awards (Tga) cooking together? Astro Bot just won Game of The Year 2024 but it should’ve been Black Myth: Wukong. Sony’s exclusive titles have had a tendency to be nominated for Goty every year. What gives? Another Goty contender this year was Elden Ring‘s Shadow of The Erdtree Dlc.

Astro Bot is enemy number 1 for Black Myth: Wukong fans. | Image Credit: Team Asobi

So if Tga can nominate a Dlc for Goty then they’ll do it for Remasters too. And guess what Sony just announced one. There was an announcement for The Last of Us II Remastered‘s PC release at Tga 2024 so we already know what’s going to be Sony’s Goty contender next year. The remaster of the 2020 title comes out April 3, 2025.

Sony already has a contender lined up for Tga 2025 Aka The Sony Game Awards This remaster...

The Game Awards has become the gaming industry’s equivalent of the Oscars, a stage where innovation, artistry, and impact are celebrated. The 2024 Game Awards concluded with Sony’s Astro Bot taking home the coveted Game of the Year (Goty). But did it really deserve it over the other nominees?

The little bot has done it! | Image Credit: Team Asobi

While Astro Bot is an amazing, charming, and polished platformer, its win over critically celebrated nominees like Black Myth: Wukong and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth raises questions with a part of the community. It’s a minority but a vocal one that questions the legitimacy of the awards and the biases within its selection process.

Astro Bot made players have genuine fun, but did it innovate? A lot of people think Black Myth: Wukong should’ve won. | Image Credit: Game Science

One glaring issue with The Game Awards is the voting process,...

The Game Awards 2024 has proven, yet again, that it’s less about celebrating gaming excellence and more about maintaining the status quo. While Black Myth: Wukong shattered records and redefined what’s possible in gaming, the jury was busy polishing their Sony-tinted glasses for another mostly predictable year of PlayStation favoritism.

No other nominee came close—or so we thought. | Image Credit: Game Science

Let’s be real here—we’re talking about a game that didn’t just meet expectations; it dropkicked them into orbit. Black Myth: Wukong didn’t need marketing gimmicks or political pandering to become the most played single-player game in Steam’s history. It just needed to be exactly what gamers have been craving: pure, unadulterated excellence.

But apparently, breaking every conceivable record and revolutionizing action RPGs isn’t enough when you’re competing against Sony’s annual Goty reservation. Who needs merit when...

The Game Awards 2024 if finally over and boy were there some bombshell announcements. One shocker was FromSoftware’s sneaky reveal of Elden Ring Nightreign, a co-op multiplayer Pve which is seemingly set in The Lands Between.

He is about to make a name for himself again. | Image Credit: Bandai Namco/YouTube

The game will introduce players to Limveld, a new region in a parallel world to the Elden Ring universe. Among its many surprises, the game’s trailer prominently features the Nameless King, one of the hardest bosses in Dark Souls 3 and a fan favorite. As we wait for more details about this game and its 2025 release, a lot of questions have risen.

Elden Ring Nightreign is bringing back the Nameless King

In Elden Ring Nightreign, players venture into Limveld, a parallel universe to the Lands Between. The game will feature maps and challenges that change with each session. The...

The world of Elden Ring is getting a standalone multiplayer co-op action survival game that challenges players to band together to defeat the Nightlord. Developed by FromSoftware, the upcoming game, Elden Ring Nightreign will thrust players into co-op multiplayer Pve combat against a harsh and unforgiving world.

Teaming up in squads of three – or daring to go solo – they must outlast a three-day-and-night cycle, making split decisions about combat and exploration across a changing map to become strong enough to take down terrifying bosses at the end of each day.

Published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, Elden Ring Nightreign will launch in 2025 for the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.

Players take on the night together in an all-new experience from the team at FromSoftware. Elden Ring Nightreign will be a multiplayer-focused return to Roundtable Hold, set in a universe parallel to the events of Elden Ring.

One of the first big reveals during tonight's The Game Awards was introduced as a new standalone game, which made it all the more surprising that it was Elden Ring . The new entry FromSoftware has in the works is Elden Ring Nightreign , a cooperative multiplayer action-rpg that's due out on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam sometime in 2025. Elden Ring Nightreign Reveal Trailer Related: Elden Ring Gag Manga Author Nikiichi Tobita Takes Break to Make Time for Shadow of the Erdtree Bandai Namco Entertainment outlines some key features: Rise Together – Join forces with other players to take on the creeping night and the dangers within featuring three-player cooperative play. Become a Hero – Take command of uniquely skilled heroes, each possessing their own abilities and distinct flair. While individually powerful, their skills grow even more formidable when united as a team. Take on the Night – Overcome a relentless...

Bandai Namco and From Software aren’t done with Elden Ring. Along with being nominated for Game of The Year at this year’s The Game Awards, the studios have announced a new standalone multiplayer cooperative action RPG survival game within the Elden Ring universe for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam with Elden Ring Nightreign.

Elden Ring Nightreign will thrust players into co-op multiplayer Pve combat against a harsh and unforgiving world. Teaming up in squads of three – or daring to go solo – they must outlast a three day-and-night cycle, making split decisions about combat and exploration across a changing map to become strong enough to take down terrifying bosses at the end of each day.

The game will be a multiplayer-focused return to Roundtable Hold, set in a universe parallel to the events of Elden Ring. Players must choose from eight unique characters, each with their own unique abilities and powerful Ultimates.

The 2024 Game Awards are in the books and a tiny little robot has come out on top of the big awards show.

Hosted by gaming industry star Geoff Keighley out of the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, the event covered 29 competitive categories, including Game of the Year. The games that were up for that top honor include “Astro Bot” (which took home the prize), “Balatro,” “Black Myth: Wukong,” “Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree,” “Final Fantasy VII Rebirth,” and “Metaphor: ReFantazio.”

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the awards show, and Keighley and the Game Awards team promise big surprises to come during the night, including announcements about games coming in 2025 and beyond.

Top reveals included new Naughty Dog game franchise “Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet,” an “Okami” sequel, “It Takes Two” creator Hazelight Studios’ new game “Split Fiction” and the new teaser trailer for “Borderlands 4.” Among the other notable...

The Game Awards 2024 is going live later today, and one of the biggest parts of this yearly event is the game announcements that come with it. And if recent rumours are to be believed, we might be getting some bombshell news from our favorite Japanese developers, including Hidetaka Miyazaki.

What are they cooking up this time? | Image Credit: Game Trailers on YouTube

A series of photos posted on social media have gotten fans talking about what they could mean. While not new, the photos include icons of the industry such as Ken Kutaragi, Hideo Kojima, and Hidetaka Miyazaki, and the rumor is that they are cooking up something. Luckily, we only have to wait a few hours to find out.

What are Hideo Kojima and Hidetaka Miyazaki cooking up this time? The Awards go live later today. | Image Credit: @thegameawards/YouTube

The Game Awards is celebrating its 10th anniversary this...

It looks like Sony might be acquiring Kadokawa, the parent company of FromSoftware after all. According to a new report, Sony has confirmed its interest in the acquisition. But for fans of Hidetaka Miyazaki and FromSoft, what does this mean for the future?

Miyazaki alone could be worth this acquisition.| Image Credit: @thegameawards/YouTube

After making games like the Dark Souls trilogy, Elden Ring, and Bloodborne, Miyazaki is a cornerstone of innovative game design. But what will this acquisition mean for the studio’s creative independence? Should fans worry about what FromSoft might become under Sony’s umbrella?

Hidetaka Miyazaki and FromSoftware’s games are the cherry on top of the deal It’s a big move that could have far-reaching consequences.| Image Credit: Sony

Sony confirmed its interest in Kadokawa in an interview with Yahoo Japan, stating, “It is true that we have made an initial statement of intent.

The Game Awards 2024 is set to air tomorrow and speculation is at an all-time high. Bloomberg journalist and renowned industry insider Jason Schreier has promised two “holy s**t” announcements during the program that will take audiences by surprise. You might immediately think of Bloodborne or Hollow Knight: Silksong.

The day is almost here. | Image Credit: @thegameawards/YouTube

For one, Schreier replied to a comment on Reddit saying that it is in fact, not going to be Bloodborne. So what can fans expect? From The Elder Scrolls 6 to Half-Life 3, there are a lot of announcements that we would lose our minds over. We’ll find out soon enough.

If Not Bloodborne, What Will The “Oh S**t” Announcement Be? There are so many possibilities. | Image Credit: FromSoftware

For years, Bloodborne fans have wanted a remaster, a sequel, or anything from the beloved FromSoftware title. While the game remains a cultural icon in FromSoft’s portfolio,...

“Secret Level” is stuffed of references and characters from popular video games — but some new additions might be harder to place.

The animated anthology series from Amazon’s Prime Video adapts a number of video game worlds from familiar faces like Pac-Man and Mega Man to the less familiar like “Exodus,” “Crossfire” and “Conclave.” They’re also taking a crack at a few lore-dense tabletop games “Dungeons & Dragons” and “Warhammer 40,000.”

These are all the franchises represented in the first season of “Secret Level.”

“Secret Level” (Credit: Prime Video) “Armored Core”

Keanu Reeves stars in the “Armored Core” short. The game features a number of mechs battling one another for various corporations to take control of the world. The latest game was released in 2023 by the people known for “Elden Ring” and the “Dark Souls” series.

“Secret Level” (Credit: Prime Video) “Concord”

“Concord” is a bit of an odd...

FromSoftware’s Shadow of the Erdtree has redefined what players expect from DLCs, earning unprecedented acclaim and even a historic Goty nomination at The Game Awards. But while everyone’s eyes are on Elden Ring’s expansion, Game Science has an ace up their sleeve with their real Game of the Year, Black Myth: Wukong.

They must show the industry how it’s done a second time. | Image Credit: Game Science

With over 20 million copies sold and a story that perfectly sets up an epic continuation, the stage is set for what could be the most ambitious Dlc in gaming history. And while rumors of a Chinese New Year 2025 release are swirling, we’ve got some ideas about how Game Science could outdo even FromSoftware’s latest masterpiece.

After all, what could be more epic than storming the gates of heaven itself?

Black Myth: Wukong: The Storm That Is Approaching...

In the gaming world, Hidetaka Miyazaki is synonymous with some of the most challenging and immersive games ever created. As the creative mastermind behind beloved titles like Dark Souls series, Bloodborne, and Elden Ring, he is known for inserting his games with intricate lore, brutal combat, and innovative gameplay.

Miyazaki wanted to push the boundaries of soulslike games. | Image Credit: FromSoftware

This creativity was on full display in 2019 when Miyazaki and his team at FromSoftware released Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice on March 21st. Unlike his previous titles, Miyazaki wanted to combine two distinct ideas into one cohesive vision, creating an entirely new gameplay experience within the Soulslike genre.

Hidetaka Miyazaki’s Dual Vision for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Miyazaki decided to go with the Ninja archetype as it aligned with his two core ideas. | Image Credit: FromSoftware

In an interview, Hidetaka Miyazaki shared some insights about his thought process for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice.

There’s no denying the fact that FromSoftware’s Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice will go down as one of the most shocking surprises in the studio’s history. The game was quite a change of pace from its Soulsborne predecessors, removing many of the traditional RPG elements.

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice was one of the biggest releases of 2019. (Image via FromSoftware)

Sekiro‘s main focus was always to deliver pure action, combat, and a straightforward narrative, which helped it achieve success. However, there’s another aspect that contributed to the title’s rise to the top: increased character maneuverability.

Enhanced Maneuverability Improved Sekiro Gameplay FromSoftware’s unique approach with character maneuverability changed everything. (Image via FromSoftware)

While chatting with The Verge, FromSoftware’s lead, Hidetaka Miyazaki, opened up about the studio’s past achievements and how it’s changing, exploring new directions for the future.

According to him, it all kicked off with Deracine,...

Kentaro Miura’s Berserk has appealed to many fans around the world and the heavily detailed art style is the primary thing that gets talked about. Aside from the art, the writing and the characters catch fans’ attention as well. Miura delves into the psychology of his characters and their actions, fleshing them out intricately in the process.

While the writing is undoubtedly nuanced, the fights in the series are another source of excitement, especially when Guts faces someone who challenges his strength. Out of the many swords he wields throughout the series, seeing him swing the Dragon Slayer leaves fans awestruck.

A panel of Guts from Berserk | Credits: Hakusensha

In those moments Guts exudes unrivaled power and confidence. But as compelling as he is, in a fighting game, many characters could rival or even surpass him. If you’re wondering who those characters are, let’s explore this interesting...

Over the years, FromSoftware and Hidetaka Miyazaki’s games have become known for brutal difficulty, intricate lore, and emotional storytelling. While the journey started with Demon’s Souls in 2009, Dark Souls in 2011 was when the trilogy started, and when FromSoft started establishing the genre that would become known as Soulsborne.

Sif in Dark Souls | Image Credit: FromSoftware

Among its many unforgettable moments, the boss fight with Sif, the Great Grey Wolf in Dark Souls is the most tragic and heartbreaking. Miyazaki’s storytelling genius transforms this battle from a simple test of skill into a haunting experience that has stuck with players long after the game ends.

Hidetaka Miyazaki Really Did This To Players

Players find Sif in a forest clearing, where the loyal wolf guards the grave of its fallen master, Knight Artorias. Sif’s size and use of Artorias’ massive sword make for an intimidating introduction, but it...

The minds behind the critically acclaimed Love, Death & Robots have turned their attention to the world of video gaming with Amazon MGM Studio’s Secret Level. This is an anthology that celebrates multiple games across different genres and history.

Secret Level is one of the most anticipated shows of the year. (Image via Prime Video)

Among the many episodes we’ll see in the series, which are close to their source material, sits the sixth episode called “Circle,” based on Bandai Namco’s Pac-Man.

With its first reveal finally out, it’s fair to say that it looks quite different from what’s been established with the franchise in the past. However, this might prove to be a good chance for Bandai to bring out its own Souslike game for Pac-Man.

Secret Level Episode Should Make Bandai Namco Consider a Pac-Man Souls Game Pac-Man in Secret Level (Image via Prime...

FromSoftware has been riding an unprecedented wave of success lately, with Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree making history as the first Dlc ever to be nominated for Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024. The expansion, which many critics argue rivals full games in both scope and quality, has cemented the studio’s reputation for exceeding expectations.

With each creation, they show the industry how it’s done. | Image Credit: FromSoftware

Yet, in a surprising turn of events, studio president Hidetaka Miyazaki seems ready to chart a different course. His recent comments have sparked fierce debate among fans, as he revealed that FromSoftware might be ready to venture beyond the familiar territory of Soulslikes.

While this news might disappoint some fans, it suggests an exciting new chapter could be on the horizon for the legendary studio.

Hidetaka Miyazaki Charts a New Course for FromSoftware

In a candid interview...

Hidetaka Miyazaki is known for creating a captivating world that offers each individual a unique experience by targeting the player’s imagination as the medium to explore the world of his games. He is not someone who would lay down all the pieces in front of you and offer a simple linear experience. He would rather take you on a journey with a lot of missing blocks that are unique to each individual and highly depend on player interpretations.

Elden Ring’s world is designed specifically to fuel players’ imaginations. Image Credit: FromSoftware

Miyazaki’s latest game, Elden Ring, was a collaborative effort with George R.R. Martin. However, he did not let Martin write the script of the game and asked him only to focus on the backstory of the world the game was set in.

Miyazaki Wanted Players To Write Their Own Stories

Miyazaki’s games are known for non-linear storytelling,...

Elden Ring boss Hidetaka Miyazaki debunks all myths about a potential sequel to the game. It is confirmed that we will not be seeing Elden Ring 2 anytime soon, but that does not mean FromSoftware will leave the Lands Between unexplored.

The Lands Between deserves to be explored further. Image Credit: FromSoftware

However, these are just speculations based on the comments by Miyazaki, who did not outright suggest anything. He was rather clever in his words and crafted his words with a lot of precision.

Elden Ring 2 Might Not Be The Way Forward For FromSoft Shadow of the Erdtree’s ending leaves a lot of questions unanswered. Image Credit: FromSoftware

Elden Ring and Shadow of the Erdtree’s ending indeed leaves immense scope to build future projects on. However, sadly, such is not the case. But there is still some good news: Miyazaki is not going to let go of the Lands Between anytime soon.

CD Projekt Red (Cdpr) has earned its reputation as one of the most esteemed game developers in the industry. This is thanks to its groundbreaking single-player RPGs like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and the more recent Cyberpunk 2077 which just made one of the most impressive comebacks after a disastrous launch.

Cdpr could risk everything with this. | Image Credit: CD Projekt Red

The studio is currently working on a plethora of projects from a Cyberpunk sequel, The Witcher 4, and a multiplayer Witcher title codenamed Project Sirius. According to a recent job listing by Cdpr on LinkedIn, Project Sirius might be a live service title, and that immediately strikes fear.

CD Projekt Red Is Treading on Dangerous Waters With Project Sirius

On paper, live-service games have the potential for sustained revenue, but in recent years, they’ve increasingly lost favor. Titles like Anthem and Marvel’s Avengers failed to retain player interest due to poor execution,...

Hidetaka Miyazaki, the mastermind behind Bloodborne, Dark Souls, and Elden Ring, has become one of the most influential figures in modern gaming. His work and vision have reshaped modern gaming and pushed FromSoftware to the forefront of the industry. From Demon’s Souls to Dark Souls to Bloodborne, he is the reason why the Soulsborne genre exists.

Hidetaka Miyazaki at The Game Awards. | Image Credit: @thegameawards/YouTube

What sets Miyazaki apart is not just the fact that he can make these challenging games but the unique influences that shaped his journey. From tabletop RPGs to his restricted access to video games in his youth, each step of his journey has brought us the man he is today.

Hidetaka Miyazaki Didn’t Even Game as a Kid!

Unlike many game designers, Miyazaki’s journey did not begin with video games. Restricted from playing them as a child, he instead turned to...

With the recent debut of the Shadow of the Erdtree Dlc, the spotlight is back on FromSoftware’s Elden Ring. Gamers are reliving the nightmares of trying to beat the game’s tough bosses all over again, which has led to a massive resurgence in popularity.

Shadow of the Erdtree was a massive success. (Image via FromSoftware)

Although A Song of Ice and Fire creator George R.R. Martin wasn’t involved in the actual writing of the FromSoftware title, he helped provide the worldbuilding for it. We see the return of his ideas in Shadow of the Erdtree. However, it seems like Martin has created the most disgusting storyline ever known to gamers.

George R.R Martin’s Disturbing Writing Strikes Back in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Mogh and Miquella’s dynamic in the expansion is disturbing. (Image via FromSoftware)

The overall narrative and lore in Elden Ring arguably...

Dark Souls is one of the most successful games from Hidetaka Miyazaki. It is up there on the list of the highest-selling Jrpg series. of all time. Even Elden Ring does not come close to it. Elden Ring is one of the most intricately designed games of all time, and yet it fails to stand amongst the highest-selling games of all time.

Elden Ring is not among the top 4 best-selling games. Image Credit: FromSoftware

However, there is one game that has sales so high that it’s soaring beyond the skies. Even Dark Souls or any other Miyazaki title does not even come close to challenging the sales numbers achieved by this widely celebrated Jrpg series.

This Jrpg Series Beats Elden Ring And Dark Souls By A Huge Margin. Dark Souls is the most successful Miyazaki title. Image Credit: FromSoftware

Pokémon is the best-selling Jrpg of all time, with 480 million sales.

The Elder Scrolls series has been one of the most iconic in gaming, and The Elder Scrolls 6 is one of the most awaited titles. But will it be affected by the exclusivity war between PlayStation and Xbox? A 4chan leaker certainly thinks so. Take it with a grain of salt though.

Microsoft doesn’t seem to be interested in a console war. | Image Credit: Game Science

The console war may be over with Microsoft prioritizing Xbox Game Pass sales over consoles, but does that mean the exclusivity war is also over? Probably not. Indiana Jones and The Great Circle is coming out on December 9 for Xbox and PC with a PlayStation release scheduled for 2025, The Elder Scrolls 6 could get the same treatment.

The Elder Scrolls 6 Might Be a Part of The Exclusivity War The game is a long time away so let’s see if things change. | Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios...

We all know the story; Elden Ring’s Malenia, the Blade of Miquella, isn’t just some run-of-the-mill Souls boss that’s somewhat challenging—she’s one of the most complex and punishing encounters in FromSoftware’s entire catalog of Souls games.

The Tarnished entering the Ancient Ruins of Rauh – Image Credit: FromSoftware.

In fact, this Rot Lady is so hard that it has left people wondering if she’d have been better off in FromSoft’s previous title, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. So, keeping that in mind, here are two main reasons why Malenia feels as though she was supposed to audition for a Sekiro boss slot instead.

Reason 1: Malenia, Mechanically, Fits Sekiro’s Combat Better Than Elden Ring’s Malenia’s first phase in Elden Ring – Image Credit: FromSoftware.

So, let’s be honest, Malenia’s moveset feels incredibly tailor-made for Sekiro’s combat system, doesn’t it?...

Obsidian’s Avowed is all set to drop in February 2025 as a new title from the veteran RPG studio. It’s the same developer that has given us incredible titles in the past, such as Fallout: New Vegas, Pillars of Eternity, and The Outer Worlds, among other phenomenal titles.

Avowed is right around the corner. (Image via Microsoft)

Avowed is shaping up to be an incredible game, and fans of the RPG genre are looking for any news they can gather before its release. Obsidian has been drip-feeding gamers news about the RPG, and one thing is quite clear: its visuals are at the same level or even surpass, in some cases, the most stunning games in the industry.

Obsidian’s Avowed is Breathtaking Masterpiece That You Can’t Miss Out On

As video games have continued to evolve as a medium of both entertainment and art, they keep looking better and better.

The Elder Scrolls 6 is one of the most anticipated RPG titles in recent history, and Bethesda has a unique opportunity to evolve in one particular area. The foundations laid by Skyrim are legendary, but an area that could use improvement is the inventory and storage system.

Fans have a lot of expectations for this game. | Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios

In Skyrim, players had to purchase their own house, which is how you can safely store your items and clothes. Todd Howard and Bethesda could take a page from Hidetaka Miyazaki’s book and implement a system similar to Elden Ring where players can store the majority of items in their personal inventory.

The Elder Scrolls 6 Needs To Yoink This Elden Ring Feature Bethesda needs to innovate once again. | Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios

In Skyrim, the ability to own homes was a game changer at first, but their utility...

Dark Souls 3, inspired by Bloodborne, marked a significant evolution in the traditional Souls formula when it first came out. Its mechanics pushed toward faster, more intense combat, thereby creating a nicely balanced yet refreshingly challenging game for its time.

Dancer of the Boreal Valley in Dark Souls 3 – Image Credit: FromSoftware.

Yet, amidst the many challenges the game has to offer, a particular enemy stands out to us as uniquely aggravating, one that some might argue is even worse than those rotten dogs or the Lesser Kindred of Rot in Elden Ring.

Jailers in Dark Souls 3 Are One of the Most Annoying Enemies Fromsoft Has Ever Created The Jailers in Irithyll Dungeon – Image Credit: FromSoftware.

So, picture this: After somehow managing to not become mincemeat at the hands of Sulyvahn’s Beast, avoiding the Fire Witch’s pillars, and even beating Alva, you step into Irithyll Dungeon, greeted by an atmosphere...

The gaming industry can be a cruel mistress, even to its most celebrated veterans. Just ask Casey Hudson, the creative mind behind Mass Effect, who set out three years ago to create something special—a brand new sci-fi universe that promised to capture the magic that made Commander Shepard’s adventures so memorable.

Casey Hudson, former general manager at BioWare. | Image Credit: Game Informer/YouTube

But sometimes, even the most promising journeys come to an unexpected end. Today brings news that has left fans of narrative-driven sci-fi games heartbroken, as another ambitious project joins the growing list of “what could have been” in an increasingly challenging industry landscape.

A Dream Cut Short

When Hudson left BioWare in 2020, many wondered what the mastermind behind one of gaming’s most beloved sci-fi series would do next. His track record spoke for itself—from directing Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic to...

Elden Ring is undoubtedly one of the greatest games ever made, which also has one of the greatest bosses ever made. It’s none other than Malenia, Blade of Miquella. Known for her punishing difficulty, this boss has cemented her place in gaming history as a true test of skill and perseverance.

It is easily one of the more creative mods in the game. | Image Credit: @GardenOfEyes/YouTube

And now, thanks to the efforts of the Garden of Eyes modding team, Malenia has been reimagined into a new nightmare entirely. The True Consort of Miquella mod replaces Consort Radahn at the end of the Shadow of The Erdtree Dlc with a two-phase boss fight with Malenia as the Bloodbound Consort and as the Consort of Miquella.

The Elden Ring Modders Have Outdone Themselves With This One

Malenia is possibly the hardest and most popular enemy in Elden Ring, infamous for...