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News Sony Seemingly Issuing Isolated Refunds for Civilization 7 on PS5
Historic event
Civilization VII was released almost a month ago, a simultaneous launch on PC and PS5. We've seen plenty of complaints from PlayStation players, but also quite a bit of praise for Firaxis' latest, which really is a wonderful game at its core. Perhaps the strangest thing about the affair is that the famously reluctant Sony is seemingly...
Review Sid Meier's Civilization VII (PS5) - Legendary Strategy Series Builds a Brand New Foundation
Settle down
Firaxis' flagship series returns with Sid Meier’s Civilization VII, and, for the first time in the series’ history, it;s released simultaneously across all platforms, including the PS5. For the uninitiated, Civilization (Civ for short) is the quintessential 4X (eXplore, eXpand, eXplot, eXterminate) game where the objective is to...
News Civilization 7's Random Map Generator Still Needs Some Work
Here be dragons
Civilization VII is a wonderfully engrossing game and a worthy successor to the series' long history, but there is some definite room for improvement. Fans have already begun noticing odd quirks in how the game's random maps are generated, which isn't great, considering these games are meant to be infinitely replayed and that its...
News Borderlands 4 Out on PS5 in September, Dedicated State of Play Confirmed
State of Play show in the Spring
Gearbox Software has announced Borderlands 4 will release for PS5 on 23rd September 2025, and it'll have a lot more to share in an upcoming State of Play livestream dedicated entirely to the game. That will debut in Spring, but you can catch a new trailer above. In a new PlayStation Blog post, Borderlands 4 is...
News PS5, PS4, PC Players Can't Decide Who Civilization 7's UI Was Made For
Second-class citizens?
Civilization VII is officially out now on PS5, PS4 and PC, and players willing to pay for the privilege have been able to play for about a week. In a historical development we wouldn't have predicted, it seems there is still quite a bit of room for improvement (Push Square's review is still in the works), and players are...
News Civilization 7 Dataminers Unearth Unused Leaders, Civs, Atomic Age
History's secrets, revealed
Civilization VII isn't even out officially until tomorrow, 11th February, but Deluxe and Founder's Edition owners have been playing for a few days via early access. Inevitably, this means that PC users have had more than enough time to crack the whole thing wide open. In addition to unused leaders and civilizations, it...
News PSVR2 Misses Out on Civilization 7 VR
Exclusive to Meta Quest 3 headsets
2K has announced it's developing a VR version of Civilization VII alongside PlaySide Studios, but you won't get to play it on PSVR2. Instead, the virtual reality adaptation releases exclusively for Meta Quest 3 and 3S headsets in Spring 2025. Unlike the well-received Batman: Ar
News Civilization 7 Dev Promises Key Improvements Ahead of PS5, PS4 Release
PC feedback has been mixed
Due to release for PS5 and PS4 next week on the 11th February, the PC version of Civilization 7 has been met with both predictable praise and a surprising degree of disappointment. User reviews on Steam, for example, are currently 'mixed' — the game seems to be dividing fan opinion like no one's business. However,...
Round Up Civilization 7 Reviews Are Glowing Ahead of PS5 Launch
PC verdicts record 82 rating on Metacritic
Set to launch next week (11th February 2025) on PS5 and PS4, the first wave of reviews for Civilization 7 are starting to appear online. The game is also releasing for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, and given the series' ties to the latter, all the verdicts so far are based on PC review code. Here at...
News Firaxis Unveils Civilization 7 Content Roadmap for 2025 and Beyond
Tale as old as time
With it almost being February, the onslaught of video games is almost upon us. Liable to consume endless hours if you let it, Civilization VII is out 11th February on PS5; 6th February if you're willing to pay extra for early access. Developer Firaxis has unveiled the content roadmap players can expect, with a fairly constant...
News Civilization 7 Goes Gold Ahead of Series' Simultaneous Launch Debut
A new golden age
Rejoice, fellow map-gazers: Firaxis' long-awaited Civilization VII is fast approaching and will be on us before you know it, arriving on PS5 and PS4 alongside PC on 11th February. Putting some final pieces of the puzzle into position, Civ VII has officially gone gold. Physical editions are now locked and loaded ahead of a first for...
News Ken Levine Spills the Beans on Irrational Games' Closure Post BioShock Infinite
Bury my heart at Wounded Knee
One of the best-written games ever made, BioShock Infinite was infamously a nightmare to work on. It required a herculean effort to complete "Project Icarus" from everyone at Irrational Games, including creative director and lead writer Ken Levine. A critical and commercial success by every metric, within a year of...
News Civ 7 Historian Hopes 'Gateway Drug' Will Renew Interest in Subject
Just one more turn
As this history degree dropout can attest, video games are far more compelling than textbooks. We can also attest that historical video games can lead one down a solitary but deeply rewarding road; Civilization VII's senior historian is hopeful that the upcoming 4X grand strategy (launching day and date on PS5, 11th February)...
News Borderlands 4 Promises Not to Be Aggressively Unfunny
Turd time lucky
We embrace the differences between individuals, and we appreciate everyone has their own unique sense of humour. For the longest time, though, Borderlands has been aggressively unfunny in our opinion; it appears it’s an issue Gearbox is all too aware of. <related ids="175814"> Writing on X (or Twitter), narrative director...
News Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Sequel Reportedly Delayed Indefinitely
Unannounced game unofficially canned
Developer Gearbox's Tiny Tina's Wonderlands was a wildly successful release, so a sequel made sense. According to a new report, however, that unannounced project has either been indefinitely delayed or cancelled, with internal resources allocated to completing Borderlands 4 instead.
News Take a Closer Look at Borderlands 4 on PS5, the 'Most Ambitious Entry' Yet
Unvaulted
Borderlands 4 is the “most ambitious” entry in the looter shooter series yet, according to a Gearbox post on the PS Blog. The anticipated sequel got an all-new trailer during The Game Awards, and you can watch it above. In addition to showcasing the new world of Kairos, it also introduces a nefa
News Mafia: The Old Country PS5 Launch Window Set for Summer 2025
Full trailer now live
Mafia: The Old Country is set to be a part of The Game Awards tonight, but it appears a YouTube advert accidentally set live early has shared probably the key bit of information from its appearance: a release window. You'll find the video and launch window below, so this is your last chance to click away if you want to catch...
News Mafia, Borderlands 4 Trailers Both Set for The Game Awards
The one Randy Pitchford leaked
With The Game Awards taking place this Thursday, some publishers are starting to confirm their presence in the side of the show all about gaming news and announcements. 2K is one such company, which has now revealed that trailers for Borderlands 4 and Mafia: The Old Country will debut during the livestream. Both were...
News Terminally Ill Fan Flown to Gearbox to Play Borderlands 4 Early
"It was amazing"
At the start of the year, a Borderlands superfan named Caleb McAlpine attempted a "longshot", putting out what he described as a plea to Gearbox to allow him to play the still-in-development Borderlands 4. McAlpine suffers from stage-four cancer and may have less than two years to live, and the good folks over at Gearbox have...
News Mark Zuckerberg Claims to Be a Grandmaster-Level Civilization Player
"I'd be surprised if anyone in the world could beat me at that"
Billionaire Facebook/Meta CEO and founder Mark Zuckerberg is an entrepreneur, visionary, and an avid strategy gamer. He claims to have put over 1000 hours into Sid Meier's Civilization VI, which shows, if nothing else, he has good taste. The megalomaniac also claims to be the best at it...
Preview Civilization 7 Makes Some Bold Changes, and They're Probably for the Best
A new Civilization revolution
Sid Meier’s Civilization has remained a constant across its 33-year run; each of the mainline games has been at the very least pretty great. Even spinoffs like Civilization Revolution were excellent for what they were. But there is an argument that when you’re that consistent, it’s pretty easy to play it safe, and...
News Gwendoline Christie Cast as Civilization 7's Evocative Narrator
Brienne of Tarth picks up where Ned Stark left off
While nominally a long-running, legendary strategy series, Civilization is also immensely quotable, which you can't say about many other 4X games. Getting lost in the minutiae of empire-building while Sean Bean drops some of the hardest, most hilarious lines from history was a highlight of Civ VI,...
News Incredibly, Mafia: The Old Country Will Feature a Full Sicilian Dub on PS5
Mark of authenticity
Some games really bug us with their lack of authenticity when it comes to voice acting, but Mafia: The Old Country is going the extra mile. The game is set in 1900s Sicily, and it’ll feature a full Sicilian dub to boot. While you can safely assume English will also be available as an option, this may be the best way to play if...
News Mafia: The Old Country Takes Gangster Series Back to Its Roots on PS5
1900s Sicily awaits
The Mafia games are fantastic. While they’ve always been unfairly compared to Grand Theft Auto, it’s the franchise’s thick atmosphere that makes it memorable. The latest instalment, Mafia: The Old Country, may just be the most moody yet, as it promises a “gritty mob story set in the brutal underworld of 1900s Sicily”...
News Civilization 7 Confirmed for February on PS5, PS4 with First Look at Gameplay
Tale as old as time
As leaked earlier today, it's now been confirmed that Sid Meier's Civilization 7 will be available on 11th February, 2025. It's coming to both PS5 and PS4, and along with the release date, we have this first look at the game in action. While the footage shown in the above trailer is from PC, it's a fair representation of what...
News Borderlands 4 Announced, Coming to PS5 in 2025
Who could have four-seen it?
As teased recently by acclaimed movie producer Randy Pitchford, Borderlands 4 is real, and has just been announced with the above teaser trailer. Details on the project are slim as of right now, though going by the official description on YouTube, it sounds like we'll be exploring somewhere other than Pandora. "In this...
News Civilization 7 PS5 Release Date Leaked Ahead of Gamescom Appearance
Not so civilised
Sid Meier's Civilization 7, the next major entry in the storied strategy franchise, has had its release date leaked. This comes just hours before the game is set to appear during Gamescom Opening Night Live where, presumably, the date is due to be officially announced. Coming to PS5, the game has thus far been confirmed for 2025,...
News Randy Pitchford Teases Borderlands 4 After Tirade Over Flop Movie Adaptation
Pitch unperfect
Randy Pitchford must feel quite conflicted at the moment. As the boss of Gearbox, the studio behind the Borderlands franchise, it must be quite mind-blowing to see the series you helped create get a big budget movie adaptation. However, considering the catastrophic opening weekend sales figures, we reckon it’s probably quite...
News Civilization 7 Gameplay Reveal Set for Gamescom 2024 Showcase
Plus a 20-minute developer deep dive
Gamescom Opening Night Live host Geoff Keighley has announced the first game set to take the expo's live event stage on 20th August 2024: it's Civilization VII. Keighley first revealed the game during Summer Game Fest, and now the first gameplay unveiling is set for the Cologne show. On the same day, two and a...
News Gearbox CEO Says Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Was 'Wildly Successful', Bigger Than Borderlands
The Bunk Master is so back
Gearbox CEO Rany Pitchford has again sung the praises of the unlikely D&D-themed Borderlands spinoff, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, which he described as being "wildly successful", revealing that the series could become a major pillar for the company. Pitchford made the comments to
News Borderlands Film 'Final Trailer' Makes Another Play for Your Attention
Holding out for a hero
The upcoming film adaptation of Gearbox Studios' Borderlands is inching ever closer, arriving in cinemas on 9th August. Starring Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart, and Jack Black, we aren't seeing much buzz for this one, but perhaps this "final trailer" will light a fire under all of you dormant Vault Hunters out there. In this...
News BioShock Developer 'Ramping Up' for Next Entry in Series
A decade on from BioShock Infinite
Cloud Chamber, the studio tasked with continuing the legendary BioShock series, is now "ramping up", with over 30 positions open at the 2K developer. Work on a BioShock successor has been shunted about for over a decade now, stopping and starting work at multiple development studios. On LinkedIn, senior cinematic...
News 'Unannounced Remake' In Development at 2K Has Fans Clamouring for the Classics
Like BioShock, or Spec Ops: The Line
2K is working on an "unannounced remake", spurring speculation about its identity. That's according to the LinkedIn profile of a motion capture animator currently employed by the studio. Spotted by MP1ST (thanks, Eurogamer), the developer in question cites experience working on a bunch of AAA titles that you'd...
News Civilization 7 Announced for PS5 and PS4, Out in 2025
First gameplay in August
2K promised it would be bringing a new entry to one of its biggest and most beloved franchises, and that all-new game is Civilization VII. Confirmed for PS5 and PS4, you can see the announcement trailer above. It's releasing in 2025. The trailer doesn't feature any gameplay, but you can look forward to the first glimpse at...
Rumour Borderlands 4 Is 2K's Big SGF Announcement
Where art thou, BioShock?
Publisher 2K will reveal the next entry in one of its "biggest and most beloved franchises" tomorrow at Summer Game Fest, and according to a member of the Exputer forum — who has shared correct leaks in the past — that game will be Borderlands 4. No other details, such as a release date, ha
News Summer Game Fest Hosts New Game Reveal from One of 2K's 'Biggest and Most Beloved Franchises'
BioShock? Borderlands? Mafia?
Geoff Keighley has revealed next month's Summer Game Fest live show will host the reveal of a new entry in one of 2K's "biggest and most beloved franchises". Given today's newly revealed sales milestones, the most likely options appear to be BioShock (43 million), Borderlands (89 million), or even Civilization (71...
News Strategy Legend Jake Solomon Explains Where Marvel's Midnight Suns Went Wrong
“I think cards were a major problem"
The announcement that Jake Solomon, first amongst the legendary Sid Meier's pupils, had left Firaxis to start his studio, Midsummer Studios, comes as a surprise, especially with the switch from strategy to the life sim genre. Looking towards the opportunity to create something entirely different, Soloman...
Rumour 2K Gearing Up for Mafia Announcement
But don't go snitching
A rumour is currently doing the rounds, suggesting that we could learn more about 2K's plans for the Mafia series' future (or perhaps past) in the days ahead. A new game was confirmed to be in development back in 2022, potentially a prequel, and we've heard virtually nothing since. But the source says the reveal could just as...
Interview Hangar 13 on TopSpin 2K25's Triumphant PS5 Return
A killer serve, 13 years in the making
TopSpin 2K25 is about to be served up on PS5, and after playing the game at a hands-on preview, it’s quietly become one of our most anticipated releases of the year. From top tennis talent to this long-dormant franchise getting the 2K treatment, there’s plenty of reason for us to be excited — but what...
Preview TopSpin 2K25 Might Be Worth the 13-Year Wait
We (40) Love this game
It’s been over a decade since we last smashed a killer serve in the TopSpin series, but 2024 will see the confident re-debut of TopSpin 2K25. This is a bombastic return that easily stands alongside its 2K brethren with a flashy, fun, and packed experience that has steadily become our most anticipated sports title of 2024 —...
News Borderlands Film Shares First Look at Its Live-Action Cast
Hits theatres on 9th August
With the Borderlands film set to be screened in theatres across the globe on 9th August 2024, producer Lionsgate has shared a first look at the cast. In a People exclusive, you'll see Cate Blanchett as Lilith and Florian Munteanu's take on Krieg. Catch the two shots below. In the main shot, you will also see Kevin Hart...
News NBA 2K, LEGO 2K Drive Studio Visual Concepts Austin Suffers Job Cuts
Number affected undisclosed
The unrelenting tidal wave of layoffs across the industry claims another victim. It's come to light that Visual Concepts Austin, a division of Take-Two's studio responsible for the NBA 2K series as well as LEGO 2K Drive, has had some staff let go. The news comes via Game Developer, which spotted a Linked
News WWE 2K24 Celebrates 40 Years of WrestleMania, Out for PS5, PS4 on 8th March
New match types, more wrestlers, better modes
WWE 2K24 has today been confirmed for an 8th March 2024 release on PS5 and PS4, with main eventers such as Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, Rhea Ripley, and Bianca Belair fronting the reveal trailer. To mark 40 years of WrestleMania, the game will feature "a collection of some of the most unforgettable,...
News Civilization 6's Leader Pass DLC Makes Surprise Appearance on PS4
After previously launching on PC
There has been some surprising news this week for fans of Sid Meier’s Civilization VI: the Leader Pass DLC has been released on all console platforms, including the PS4. The Leader Pass features twelve alternate leaders for existing civilizations plus six additional personas for existing leaders. It was originally...
News Kevin Hart, Jack Black's Borderlands Movie Blows Up Theatres from 9th August, 2024
Who's dancin' now?
Eli Roth’s Borderlands movie has been bumbling around Hollywood for years now, with shooting supposedly concluding all the way back in 2021. Despite that, we’re still yet to see a single second of the film, with Deadpool director Tim Miller reportedly returning for some reshoots earlier this year. Well, now the film has a...
News Plastic Football Title LEGO 2K Goooal! Now Also Rated in Taiwan
Will it have more realistic faces than FC 24?
LEGO 2K Goooal! is the worst kept secret in games right now. Take-Two's next LEGO sporting game — the first being LEGO 2K Drive — looks to be a football (soccer, if you like) game, and it's now been rated in not one but two countries. Having already received age ratings in South Korea, the game has...
News Korean Ratings Board Seemingly Leaks Rumoured LEGO Football Game
Named LEGO 2K Goooal!
It won't look like this, mind Korea's video game ratings board strikes again. As discovered by Gematsu, the establishment now has a listing for a game called LEGO 2K Goooal! which, as the name implies, is almost certainly a LEGO-fied version of football. Or soccer, if you're across the pond. The title is visible on this page,...
Around 30 employees affected
Firaxis, the venerable strategy game studio behind legendary franchises like XCOM (the reboots) and Civilization, has been hit with a round of layoffs. As reported by Axios, as many as 30 employees have been let go from the company, which is owned by parent company Take-Two Interactive and published by 2K Games. After a...
Review LEGO 2K Drive (PS5) - A Creative All-Ages Kart Racer with Irksome Microtransactions
Building up speed
LEGO 2K Drive is so nearly there. This colourful arcade racing title makes great use of its licence, and has laid down a great foundation for fun, chaotic driving. However, for as much as the LEGO brand brings to a game like this, publisher 2K Games clearly saw dollar signs over its monetisation potential. The end result is a super...
News LEGO 2K Drive Is Reportedly Eating Pre-Order Players' Save Progress
Blame the cloud
If you're currently playing LEGO 2K Drive via the pre-order early access perk, you (ironically) might want to hold off until launch as reports of players losing hours of progress have begun to emerge. VGC has confirmed this to be the case (losing 10 hours in their instance), with the problem seeming to be reconnecting to the 2K...
