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Cities Skylines may get the Lego treatment, as Korean ratings for new Paradox game, Persona 4 Revival, and more appear online
AppWizard
May 27, 2026

Cities Skylines may get the Lego treatment, as Korean ratings for new Paradox game, Persona 4 Revival, and more appear online

The Cities Skylines series has experienced mixed reception, with the original game being well-received and its sequel earning a score of 7/10. Developer Colossal Order has handed development responsibilities for the sequel to Iceflake Studios. A new title, Lego Skylines, is anticipated, as indicated by the Game Rating and Administration Committee of Korea (GRAC). This game aims to combine Cities Skylines mechanics with Lego's charm, reminiscent of earlier Lego simulation games. The last significant Lego construction game was Lego City Undercover in 2013. The development landscape for Lego games is fragmented, with major studios tied to larger corporations, leaving Paradox Development Studio as a potential candidate for the project. Other titles revealed by GRAC include Gears of War: E-Day, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, and Persona 4 Revival, with the gaming community looking forward to announcements during the Summer Game Fest.
Two Brilliant-Looking Indie Games Come Out This Week
AppWizard
May 27, 2026

Two Brilliant-Looking Indie Games Come Out This Week

IO Interactive is releasing 007 First Light, while indie titles Mina the Hollower and Enter the Chronosphere are also launching. Mina the Hollower is developed by Yacht Club Games and features a mouse navigating dungeons with challenges inspired by Castlevania and Zelda. Enter the Chronosphere is a sci-fi turn-based bullet hell roguelike from Effort Star, noted for its psychedelic art style and positive early reviews. Release dates include: - May 25: Paralives, Enter the Chronosphere (early access), EMUUROM, Jump King Quest, RUNNING TRAIN - May 26: Stonemachia, Town to City (1.0), World of Tanks: Heat, Birushana: Winds of Fate, LumenTale: Memories of Trey, Romestead, Realm of Ink, Tower of Babel: Survivors of Chaos, Teamfight Manager 2 - May 27: 007 First Light, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5 (port), Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered, Starminer - May 28: Amanda the Adventurer 3, Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen, Clockfall, Monochrome Mobius: Rights and Wrongs Forgotten, Schrödinger’s Call, Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar (port), Stray (port), Touhou Yukkuri Mountain, Scale the Depths, STARDUST: Wish of Witch - May 29: Little Nightmares II Enhanced Edition (port), Mina the Hollower
007 First Light PC Settings Guide
AppWizard
May 27, 2026

007 First Light PC Settings Guide

007 First Light requires a graphics card with at least 12GB of video memory for optimal performance, with 16GB recommended for higher resolutions. The game does not feature graphics presets and defaults to minimum settings in its pre-release build. Achieving a stable 60 fps at 4K resolution is challenging, with frame rates typically around 40-45 fps on lower settings. Upscaling is recommended for smoother gameplay, with GPUs like the RTX 5070 or Radeon 9070 maintaining 60-70 fps at higher quality settings. The game is compatible with the Steam Deck but runs at approximately 30 fps with significant stuttering. Optimal settings for the RTX 5070 and RTX 3060 Ti include specific configurations for transfer function, resolution scaling, texture quality, and other graphical settings to balance image quality and performance. Following these adjustments, the RTX 5070 can achieve an average of 63-70 fps, with frame generation potentially increasing frame rates but also introducing latency. Upscaling is essential for 4K gameplay unless using high-end hardware.
GCL Announces the Global Console and PC Version 1.0 Release of 'Realm of Ink'
AppWizard
May 26, 2026

GCL Announces the Global Console and PC Version 1.0 Release of ‘Realm of Ink’

GCL Global Holdings Ltd has launched its new game "Realm of Ink," developed with Leap Studio, available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a narrative about a swordswoman named Red, who must confront her fate while pursuing the Fox Demon in a world made of ink. Players experience cycles of death and rebirth, returning to the Inn for upgrades and new combat forms. The game includes various strategies with elemental Ink Gems and relic combinations. A new trailer has been released to celebrate the launch, showcasing gameplay and cinematics. Additionally, a crossover with 91Act introduces Oread, a playable character from "BlazBlue Entropy Effect," equipped with a new Ink Gem and unique perks. Key features include endless cycles and rebirth, fluid combat with nine distinct forms, evolving Ink Pets, and exploration of realms inspired by Chinese folklore.
007 First Light review roundup: 'The best James Bond game since GoldenEye'
AppWizard
May 26, 2026

007 First Light review roundup: ‘The best James Bond game since GoldenEye’

IO Interactive's 007 First Light officially launches today. ShackNews awarded the game a score of 90/100, describing it as a major departure for IO Interactive and a crowning achievement for the studio. WccfTech rated it 8.5/10, praising its original story. PCGamesN gave it an 8/10, noting its compelling narrative. Eurogamer scored it 4/5, highlighting its cinematic qualities despite some flaws. Polygon's review acknowledged bugs but called it possibly the best Bond game to date. The Guardian rated it 5/5, emphasizing its immersive experience. Newsweek awarded it 10/10, appreciating the character evolution. VGC praised it for combining elements from top-tier studios. Vice noted its polished narrative and world-building. Windows Central also rated it 5/5, calling it essential for fans. User reviews on Steam reflect a "very positive" rating.
007 First Light release date and launch times
AppWizard
May 26, 2026

007 First Light release date and launch times

IO Interactive is launching 007 First Light on Wednesday, May 27, at 10 am EDT, with early access available for pre-orders at £60 on Steam. Players can currently download the game, which has an 80 GB file size. The recommended PC specifications include Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit), an Intel Core i5 13500 or AMD Ryzen 5 7600 CPU, 16 GB RAM, and a GPU such as Nvidia Geforce RTX 3060 TI or AMD RX 6700 XT. The minimum requirements are Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit), an Intel Core i5 9500 or AMD Ryzen 5 3500 CPU, 16 GB RAM, and a GPU like Nvidia Geforce GTX 1660 or AMD RX 5700.
Take-Two forces shutdown of Grand Theft Auto multiplayer modding platform Rage:MP
AppWizard
May 26, 2026

Take-Two forces shutdown of Grand Theft Auto multiplayer modding platform Rage:MP

Rage:MP, a multiplayer platform for Grand Theft Auto 5, will undergo a structured shutdown following a cease-and-desist order from Take-Two Interactive. Rockstar Games and Take-Two have designated FiveM as the only authorized platform for GTA 5 multiplayer modding. As part of the shutdown process, server owners are advised to transition to FiveM. Key dates include the discontinuation of public access to the Rage:MP server toolkit, no acceptance of new community servers, the shutdown of the public server listing on June 1, and the cessation of all remaining services, including the game client and server toolkit, on August 31.
No, says Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick, of course Red Dead Online isn't a missed opportunity, the game sold 85 million copies
AppWizard
May 26, 2026

No, says Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick, of course Red Dead Online isn’t a missed opportunity, the game sold 85 million copies

Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two Interactive, stated that Red Dead Online (RDO) has sold 85 million copies, which he considers a significant achievement despite the game not reaching the financial success of Grand Theft Auto Online. He emphasized that not every game needs to be a continuous live service to be successful and highlighted the value of individual gaming experiences.
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