Category: Video Games

Captain Price seems to die in a cut ending from Modern Warfare 3, uncovered 13 years later

You remember the ending of 2011’s first-person bullethoser Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, right? Everyone does! A big man kills another big man with a gun but then – then! – a third big man kills that first big man with a rope. It’s dramatic stuff. Well, a data-diving enthusiast of the CoDwars has discovered a cut ending from the original trilogy’s closing chapter. It’s a more downbeat and mysterious finale, featuring a shadowy figure whose identity is never revealed. Also, Captain Price, the hero of the franchise and aforementioned big man number three, drops his cigar with possibly mortal implications.

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Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone Season 4 Gundam Crossover Confirmed

Activision has confirmed a Gundam crossover is coming to Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone with the launch of Season 4.

Season 4, due to start on May 29, will feature Bandai Namco’s famous sci-fi franchise in some shape or form, as confirmed by the Call of Duty teaser tweet below.

The Gundam crossover comes as no surprise given dataminers found reference to it while digging into Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3’s Season 3 Reloaded update. But Gundam wasn’t the only eye-catching crossover suggested in the files — dataminers also found reference to Fallout and The Crow crossovers for Season 4.

The Fallout crossover is clearly timed to coincide with the breakout Prime Video TV show, which itself has boosted interest in all things Fallout in recent weeks. Indeed, Fortnite is set for a Fallout crossover of its own.

Meanwhile, The Crow crossover is clearly designed to coincide with the upcoming The Crow movie, starring Bill Skarsgard. This is a reboot and a remake of the cult classic 1994 original, and is set to hit theaters in August.

Activision is yet to fully unveil Season 4, but we do know it’s bringing back the popular Kar98k bolt-action rifle. There are also rumors of yet another crossover event with Prime Video’s The Boys, this time to coincide with Season 4.

Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.

Larian’s new Polish studio is a “match made in heaven” for the Baldur’s Gate 3 developer’s upcoming RPGs

Baldur’s Gate 3 and Divinity Original Sin developers Larian today announced the opening of a new studio in Warsaw, Poland. This is RPG outfit Larian’s seventh studio worldwide, and the latest to contribute to their “24-hour development cycle” model. That’s even more hands on deck to a) keep Swen Vincke’s armour polished to a fine sheen and b) ensure smooth sailing for the two new games that Larian currently have in the works.

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Team Bucket List Triumphs In Splatoon 3’s Apocalypse-Themed Splatfest

Win Splatfest – Check.

Update #2 : Well, the world itself might not have ended (phew), but Splatoon 3’s apocalypse-themed Splatfest certainly has, as we have a new winner.

It was Frye’s Team Bucket List that walked away with the win this time, pulling in an impressive 415p. Team Same Ol’ narrowly missed out on the gold with 395p, while Save the Day brought up the rear with 60p.

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Starfield With Over 100 Star Wars Mods Looks Like the Mandalorian Game We Never Got

EA might have canceled a Mandalorian shooter in development at Respawn Entertainment, but one YouTuber has created the next-best thing via Bethesda’s Starfield and over Star Wars 100 mods.

YouTuber DeityVengy used the power of mods to turn Starfield into a cool-looking Mandalorian game, complete with the Mandalorian suit replacing the main character model, Star Wars aliens, weapons, characters, and units. There’s even a Star Wars-themed HUD to make Starfield feel even more in-universe. As for gameplay, we see an AT-ST fight, a blast-off with Imperial Security, a fight with Purge Troopers, and loads more. Starfield’s jetpack movement and shooting lends itself really well to recreating the Mandalorian fantasy.

DeityVengy said they added pretty much every single Star Wars mod for Starfield as a foundation, then started doing custom editing. “This is still a huge work in progress,” DeityVengy said in the comments. “Everyday I discover a mod or two to add to this as well as new mods releasing everyday. I can’t wait to see what the future holds with Bethesda’s upcoming Creation Kit. Hope to see you guys again in the future.”

In February, EA announced it was shutting down an early development Star Wars FPS action game as a part of an ongoing focus on its own owned brands and supporting its existing games. Not much is known about the Star Wars FPS, but it was rumored to feature a Mandalorian protagonist in some way.

EA does have a number of Star Wars video games in the works, including a Star Wars: Jedi 3 and a Star Wars strategy game. But there’s no known Mandalorian video game in the works, leaving Starfield modders as fans’ only hope. Bethesda has said Starfield will get a Creation Kit update, which will add official modding support and of course increase the game’s longevity. There’s no timeframe for its release, however.

Image credit: DeityVengy / YouTube

Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.

Ghost of Tsushima Beats God of War to Become PlayStation’s Biggest Single-Player Game Launch on Steam

Ghost of Tsushima’s PC release is a hit after it became PlayStation’s biggest single-player game launch on Steam.

According to official numbers provided by Valve, Ghost of Tsushima hit a peak concurrent player count of 77,154 on Sunday, May 19. God of War’s all-time peak is 73,529, achieved when Sony Santa Monica’s action adventure hit Steam two years ago.

Of course, Arrowhead’s co-op shooter Helldivers 2 remains Sony’s biggest ever game on PC, and indeed the fastest-selling PlayStation game of all-time after shifting an incredible 12 million copies across PS5 and Steam in just 12 weeks, but Sony is sure to be delighted with the PC launch of the single-player Ghost of Tsushima, which launched first on PlayStation 4 in July 2020.

Ghost of Tsushima’s PC success comes despite Sony’s policy of requiring a PlayStation Network account for online multiplayer and the PlayStation overlay. This means Ghost of Tsushima on PC is not sold in countries where PlayStation Network is unavailable.

Sony executives have indicated that PC is key to the ongoing success and growth of the PlayStation business. Sony bought PC port specialist Nixxes Software in 2021, and it was Nixxes that handled the well-received PC port of Ghost of Tsushima. In a tweet, Ghost of Tsushima developer Sucker Punch thanks Nixxes for “their outstanding work” on the port. “Your technical expertise has been invaluable in making our first-ever PC release a reality,” the studio continued. “We couldn’t possibly have asked for a better partner.”

Of course, given the success of the likes of Ghost of Tsushima, God of War, and Spider-Man on PC, many are wondering which high-profile PlayStation exclusive will get the port treatment next. According to a recent report, God of War: Ragnarok is the next PlayStation exclusive to launch on PC. Bloodborne fans continue to live in hope.

Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.

The Maw – 20th-25th May 2024

This week on RPS: secret plans and clever tricks. Also, a bunch of new videogames, none of them particularly Enormous or Crocodilian. We open on Monday 20th May with the extremely Alice B-friendly combo of Little-Known Galaxy, aka Stardew Valley meets Star Trek, and A Tower Full Of Cats, a hidden object puzzler featuring a tower full of dogs, I mean cats. All very upbeat. Well, hold that thought, because on the 21st, it’s time for Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2, another slice of Celtic sort-of-psychosis from Ninja Theory, which is as grim as the accompanying Paper Trail is *checks Nic’s review* incredibly annoying?

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Daily Deals: Super Mario RPG, Dead Island 2, Persona 3 Reload

The weekend is officially here, and we’ve got some amazing deals rounded up for you! Whether you’re looking for a new game to play as we head into Summer or a new piece of technology to add to your EDC, we’ve got you covered. The best deals for Sunday, May 19, include Super Mario RPG, the Anker Prime Power Bank, Tekken 8, The Legend of Zelda Manga Complete Box Set, and more.

Super Mario RPG for $42.93

The remake of Super Mario RPG is $42.93 at Amazon right now, which is a great price for this classic title. If you’ve yet to either play the original or check out the remake, this is the perfect time to do so. Composer Yoko Shimimura returned to compose the remake’s original soundtrack, and each boss and environment has been expertly recrafted for the Nintendo Switch. It’s the perfect Mario title to check out if you’re looking for a fun title while awaiting Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door next week!

Save 40% Off The Legend of Zelda Manga Box Set

Amazon currently has The Legend of Zelda Complete Box Set on sale for only $60.71. In this manga, three stones are the key needed to access the power of the Triforce, and Link must ensure Princess Zelda has access to these stones. His journey to deliver the stone of the forest is one any Zelda fan shouldn’t miss. This box set includes all ten volumes of The Legend of Zelda manga, with a bonus poster included as well!

Anker Prime Power Bank for $90

This Anker Prime Power Bank holds 20,000mAh of power, making it perfect for any road trip or flight. You can charge numerous devices with the Anker Prime, with devices like Steam Deck and ROG Ally included. A Nintendo Switch OLED can be powered completely four times with this power bank, and it can also charge your laptop, iPad, or iPhone multiple times. Overall, this is a product that is worth your attention if you’re in need of a new power bank.

Dead Island 2 for $19.99

Right now, GameStop has Dead Island 2 for just $19.99. This is the lowest we’ve seen the game yet, and you can grab it for PS4, PS5, or Xbox. Dead Island 2 is the sequel to 2011’s Dead Island, where you take down hordes of zombies with all kinds of weapons and characters. If you missed out on this title last year, now is a great time to check out one of 2023’s most underrated titles.

Tekken 8 for $49.99

Tekken 8 is the latest major fighting game to be released for the current generation of consoles. Over 32 characters are already playable, far surpassing titles like Street Fighter 6 or Mortal Kombat 1. The online modes far surpass their predecessors, with good netcode and many different ways to play. In our 9/10 review, we stated Tekken 8 is ” an amazing new entry in the long-running series.”

Octopath Traveler II for $24.99

Octopath Traveler II was one of the standout RPGs of 2023. Featuring eight different characters, this HD-2D release depicts an expansive story told from the perspectives of these characters. Each traveler has unique abilities, making for a new and exciting experience with each story. This is one RPG you do not want to miss, especially for this price. You can get a free PS5 upgrade, too.

Save Up to 60% Off Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is the latest title in the long-running RPG series. Kiryu Kazama returns following the events of Yakuza: Like a Dragon, uniting with Ichiban Kasuga in a wild adventure you won’t forget anytime soon. While you should absolutely try to play through the series in order, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth can be played and enjoyed standalone.

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 for $25

For only $25, you can own the first three Metal Gear Solid titles on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, or Nintendo Switch. This package also includes Metal Gear and Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake. Prior to the Master Collection, there was no method to play the Metal Gear Solid titles on most modern consoles, but you can now experience Hideo Kojima’s series from the very beginning anywhere.

Persona 3 Reload for $39.99

Persona 3 Reload is one of the best RPGs of the year so far. This remake recreates one of the most praised Atlus titles ever, with loads of new quality-of-life and gameplay features. An all-new voice cast debuted with this release, and each cutscene was remade with new assets for higher quality. With the Episode Aigis -The Answer- DLC set for this Fall, now is a great time to jump in and experience Persona 3.

Score Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora – Limited Edition for $34.99

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora has hit $34.99 on Amazon, marking a new low. With the limited edition of the game, you’ll get a unique weapon and an exclusive character gear set to adjust your appearance. You’ll get to experience a full open world with Frontiers of Pandora, exploring and fighting enemies with plenty of Na’vi weapons at your disposal.

The Art of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor for $31.99

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor was one of the largest games released last year. The game expanded on everything from its predocessor, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, allowing for new planets, worlds, and enemies to be discovered. This official art book released earlier this year, showcasing some of the gorgeous concept art that was used in the creation of this game. If you’re a Star Wars fan, pick this one up!

Guide: Best Nintendo Switch Puzzle Platformers

For a slightly more cerebral platforming experience.

Updated with Planet of Lana and the excellent Braid: Anniversary Edition. Enjoy!

The Switch has a lot of platformers, and a lot of puzzle games, and that extends to puzzle platformers. If you’re raising your eyebrows and saying, “What are you on about, you can’t just combine them like they’re ice cream flavours,” then stick with us. It’s a thing, we promise.

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