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November 29, 2025

Oozing fiery, retropunk goodness, this survival game’s new trailer is so cool I’m not even mad about its delay

Into the Fire's early access launch has been delayed to 2026, previously set for 2025. Players will take on the role of a retropunk firefighter in Dante's Archipelago, managing temperature and water supplies while rescuing survivors from volcanic eruptions. The game features a sanctuary called The Hub for recuperation and tool crafting, with an arsenal that includes an axe, foam grenades, and water-dousing shotguns. A notable vehicle in the game is a propeller-driven sledge. The new trailer reveals supernatural elements such as fire jellyfish and ghostly apparitions. Closed playtests will be available to members of the game's Discord community.

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November 27, 2025

Epic CEO says AI disclosures like Steam’s make “no sense” because AI will be involved in “nearly all” future game development

Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, believes that AI disclosure tags in gaming marketplaces like Steam should be removed, arguing that AI will be involved in nearly all future game production. He expressed optimism about AI empowering smaller development teams to create expansive game worlds. However, he acknowledged that AI's reputation is often negative due to its use as a means of creative replacement rather than enhancement, leading to layoffs in the industry. Major companies like King and Ubisoft have reduced their workforce in part due to AI advancements. Steam had previously introduced guidelines requiring developers to disclose AI usage, with nearly 8,000 games reported to have incorporated generative AI. The actual number is likely higher, as seen in the disappointment over the number of demos using the technology during Steam Next Fest.

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November 21, 2025

XBOX Black Friday 2025 Sale Discounts Over 2,000 Digital Games On Console And PC

Microsoft has launched its Black Friday 2025 sale, offering discounts up to 75% on select Xbox titles and up to 85% on select PC titles, running until December 3rd. The sale features over 2,000 titles, including games like Borderlands 4 and Battlefield 6. Notable Xbox digital game discounts include Fallout 76 at .99 (-75%) and Hogwarts Legacy at .49 (-85%). For PC, discounts include Hogwarts Legacy at .49 (-85%) and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 at .99 (-50%). Microsoft is not offering discounts on Xbox consoles, which remain at regular prices, while accessories like Xbox controllers have discounts up to 38%. Retail partners are expected to announce their Black Friday deals soon.

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November 18, 2025

The Game Awards 2025 nominees are here, and—surprise—Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was nominated for every qualifying category

The Game Awards has announced its 2025 nominees, highlighting a strong presence of French influence. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 from Sandfall Interactive leads with ten nominations, including Game of the Year, followed by Death Stranding 2. Fans can vote on the TGA website. Nominees: Game of the Year: - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Death Stranding 2: On The Beach - Donkey Kong Bananza - Hades 2 - Hollow Knight: Silksong - Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Best Game Direction: - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Death Stranding 2: On The Beach - Ghost of Yōtei - Hades 2 - Split Fiction Innovation in Accessibility: - Assassin's Creed Shadows - Atomfall - Doom: The Dark Ages - EA Sports FC 26 - South of Midnight Best Independent Game: - Absolum - Ball x Pit - Blue Prince - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Hades 2 - Hollow Knight: Silksong Best Performance: - Ben Starr - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Charlie Cox - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Erika Ishii - Ghost of Yōtei - Jennifer English - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Konatsu Kato - Silent Hill F - Troy Baker - Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Best Debut Indie Game: - Blue Prince - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Despelote - Dispatch - Megabonk Best Action Game: - Battlefield 6 - Doom: The Dark Ages - Hades 2 - Ninja Gaiden 4 - Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Best Action/Adventure Game: - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - Ghost of Yōtei - Indiana Jones and the Great Circle - Hollow Knight: Silksong - Split Fiction Best Role Playing Game: - Avowed - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 - The Outer Worlds 2 - Monster Hunter Wilds Best Sim/Strategy Game: - The Alters - Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles - Jurassic World Evolution 3 - Sid Meier's Civilization 7 - Tempest Rising - Two Point Museum Best Fighting Game: - 2XKO - Capcom Fighting Collection 2 - Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves - Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection - Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage Best Family Game: - Donkey Kong Bananza - LEGO Party! - Lego Voyagers - Mario Kart World - Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds - Split Fiction Best Sports/Racing Game: - EA Sports FC 26 - F1 25 - Mario Kart World - Rematch - Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Best Multiplayer: - Arc Raiders - Battlefield 6 - Elden Ring Nightreign - Peak - Split Fiction Best Narrative: - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - Ghost of Yōtei - Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 - Silent Hill F Best Audio Design: - Battlefield 6 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - Ghost of Yōtei - Silent Hill F Best Score & Music: - Hollow Knight: Silksong - Hades 2 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Ghost of Yōtei - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Best Art Direction: - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - Ghost of Yōtei - Hades 2 - Hollow Knight: Silksong Best Adaptation: - A Minecraft Movie - Devil May Cry - The Last of Us: Season 2 - Splinter Cell: Deathwatch - Until Dawn Best Mobile Game: - Destiny: Rising - Persona 5: The Phantom X - Sonic Rumble - Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Wuthering Waves Best Ongoing Game: - Final Fantasy 14 - Fortnite - Helldivers 2 - Marvel Rivals - No Man's Sky Content Creator of the Year: - Caedrel - Kai Cenat - MoistCr1TiKal - Sakura Miko - The Burnt Peanut Best Esports Game: - Counter-Strike 2 - DOTA 2 - League of Legends - Mobile Legends: Bang Bang - Valorant Best Esports Athlete: - brawk - Chovy - f0rsakeN - Kakeru - MenaRD - Zyw0o Best Esports Team: - Gen.G - League of Legends - NRG - Valorant - Team Falcons - DOTA 2 - Team Liquid PH - Mobile Legends: Bang Bang - Team Vitality - Counter-Strike 2 Best Community Support: - Baldur's Gate 3 - Final Fantasy 14 - Fortnite - Helldivers 2 - No Man's Sky Most Anticipated Game: - 007 First Light - Grand Theft Auto 6 - Marvel's Wolverine - Resident Evil Requiem - The Witcher 4

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November 14, 2025

‘Do people even go to the main menu anymore in their games?’ The Outer Worlds 2’s player-roasting main menu was almost sunk by console gamer habits

The main menu of The Outer Worlds 2 features an interactive dialogue with an animatronic character called the Moon Man, which adds charm and familiarity to the experience. The menu is dynamic, adapting to reflect the player's journey and choices, enhancing immersion and humor. The game has also seen development changes, including the evolution of its antagonistic faction, Caesar's Legion, indicating a commitment to a rich narrative experience.

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November 7, 2025

The Outer Worlds 2 Pinching The Pupa quest walkthrough

In the quest "Pinching The Pupa" on the planet Golden Ridge in The Outer Worlds 2, players must retrieve a Mantisaur Pupa from a cave after interacting with Trooper Wentworth and Biological Designer Bradford at Fort Endurance. The Mantisaur Pupa is located in a cave filled with Zyranium Mantiwasps and Zyranium Mantisaurs. Players can choose to give the Pupa to either Bradford, which grants a +3 Auntie's Choice reputation, or Wentworth, which provides a +1 reputation boost. Choosing Bradford also allows players to secure a financial reward of 1500 bits if they express their preference for him during the initial conversation.

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November 5, 2025

Where to find the Commander’s Safe Key in The Outer Worlds 2

In The Outer Worlds 2, players can access the Commander's Safe on their ship, the Incognito, which contains valuable resources. The key to the safe is located in the engine room, beneath a large pipe on the right side. To unlock the safe, players need a Hack skill level of four points and can use a Mag-Pick. The contents of the safe include a Tossball Card (Eva Wierzicki), 313 Bit Cartridges, 2 Bypass Shunts, 2 Mag-Picks, and 2 Numb Rums.

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November 5, 2025

Obsidian knows we want “the next Fallout New Vegas,” but it’s finding more “joy” in original creations like The Outer Worlds 2

Obsidian Entertainment is currently focused on developing its own original projects, such as Avowed, Grounded 2, and The Outer Worlds 2, rather than pursuing a sequel to Fallout New Vegas. The studio's VP of operations, Marcus Morgan, acknowledged the ongoing fan interest in a New Vegas sequel but emphasized that this year is dedicated to celebrating their own creations. Obsidian aims to explore its creative potential and prioritize depth in storytelling, distancing itself from past franchises.

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November 5, 2025

‘In a true RPG, you need to think about what is happening’: RPGs have been coddling us, says Outer Worlds 2 director, who’s glad to see games like Baldur’s Gate 3 let players make mistakes

Brandon Adler, game director, reflected on his early struggles with Dungeons & Dragons and the complexities of Baldur's Gate when it launched in 1998. He noted the evolution of RPGs towards more accessible experiences, particularly through the Mass Effect series. In an interview, he expressed appreciation for the resurgence of RPGs that require deeper player engagement, highlighting Baldur's Gate 3 for its intricate choices that significantly influence gameplay. Adler observed trends in The Outer Worlds 2, where players experiment with unconventional character builds, emphasizing that such experimentation is part of the learning curve. He noted a decline in reliance on objective markers, which has reduced engagement with NPCs and their narratives, and expressed a desire for players to reconnect with storytelling in RPGs. He also mentioned the rising popularity of tabletop RPGs and how mainstream understanding has evolved since the 1990s, as seen in the success of Baldur's Gate 3, which appeals to both long-time fans and new players.

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November 4, 2025

Where to find Abbot’s Universal Key in The Outer Worlds 2

During the 'On the Trail of the Traitor' quest in The Outer Worlds 2, players need Abbot's Universal Key to unlock a glass cabinet containing a legendary assault rifle called The Oracle. To obtain the key, players must meet Seer Landon Wiley at the conclusion of the quest and then speak with Abbot Josef Newell, who will provide the key regardless of dialogue choices. Once players have the key, they can unlock the cabinet or use alternative methods to access it. The Oracle rifle features the Prediction Optics attachment, operates on Long Rounds, and has a weak spot bonus of +90% for headshots.