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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 8m

Several games allow players to embrace villainous roles, rewarding heartless actions with unique advantages. For instance, "Destroy All Humans" lets players wreak havoc as an alien invader, while "BioShock" challenges them to harvest children for power in the crumbling city of Rapture.

10 Games That Reward You For Being Heartless

There are always perks to the dark side.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 39m

Roronoa Zoro, a key member of the Straw Hat Pirates, aspires to become the World's Greatest Swordsman. To achieve this, he must surpass several formidable figures, including Mihawk and Fujitora.

One Piece: 8 Characters Zoro Will Surpass At The End Of The Series

Zoro is not yet at his peak. He will eventually surpass these overpowered One Piece characters.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 56m

Warner Bros. and New Line have confirmed the development of Mortal Kombat 3 ahead of the release of Mortal Kombat 2, which is set to debut on May 15, 2026. Jeremy Slater, the screenwriter for Mortal Kombat 2, will return to pen the script for the third installment.

Warner Brothers Working on Mortal Kombat 3 Movie

Warner Bros. confirms that another film, Mortal Kombat 3, is already in development before the second film in the current movie saga hits theaters.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 1h

The week of October 13 to 19 sees a quieter lineup for PS5 and PS4 game releases, providing players time to delve into titles like Battlefield 6 and Ghost of Yotei.

PS5, PS4 New Game Releases For Oct. 13 to Oct. 19 Finally Eases Up On Big Releases

This might be the best time to play the PlayStation games you currently have in your backlog, with few big releases this week.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 2h

The launch of Battlefield 6 has introduced new character customization options, but players are facing limitations that many find perplexing. Unlike its predecessor, Battlefield 5, the latest installment ties gender to specific character classes, restricting players' choice in operators.

Battlefield 6 Soldiers Have Some Odd Limitations After BF5

Despite its many improvements, Battlefield 6's character customization takes a few puzzling steps back from expansive systems found in Battlefield 5.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 3h

The Trophy list for Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 has been unveiled ahead of its release on October 21. The game features a total of 65 Trophies, including 62 Bronze, one Silver, one Gold, and a Platinum. Additional DLC will introduce 13 more Trophies, making for a total of 78.

Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 Will Make You Play The Game Multiple Times To Get The Platinum

Considering how long fans have been waiting for the game, perhaps multiple playthroughs isn't too much of a bad thing.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 3h

The Silent Hill series is typically known for its connection to the eponymous town, yet several titles in the franchise focus elsewhere. Games like Silent Hill 3 and Silent Hill: Book of Memories start in different locations, like Shepherd's Glen and a book setting, respectively.

Every Silent Hill Game That's Not Set In Silent Hill

Silent Hill is a feeling.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 4h

Battlefield 6 is facing criticism for its single-player campaign, which requires an internet connection despite being a solo experience. Players may also experience disconnections mid-mission.

Need To Free Up Some Space? Battlefield 6 Will Uninstall The Campaign For You After You Beat It

EA and Battlefield are being completely considerate of your HDD.

www.thegamer.com

GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 6h

In a recent livestream event for Path of Exile 2, over 100 top players attempted to defeat a formidable shark boss, featuring trillions of health and a deadly tail swipe.

Over 100 of Path of Exile 2’s strongest players lined up to get chomped by a shark with trillions of health and an instant-kill tail swipe

Path of Exile 2 players piled into XTheFarmerX’s livestream to test their builds against a shark boss pumped full of brutal modifier. The thing had - CPG - Console & PC Gaming

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 7h

The highly anticipated Season 8 of My Hero Academia has premiered, delivering an engaging start that fans have been eagerly waiting for. Released on October 4, 2025, the debut episode achieved an impressive rating of 9.2.

The Real Anime Of The Year Is Officially Back, And It's Not Solo Leveling

The biggest anime of 2025 is finally back, and it will surpass even Solo Leveling.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 7h

A new fighting game based on "Avatar: The Last Airbender," titled "Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game," is set to launch in 2026. Unveiled at San Diego Comic Con, the 2D action PvP game features key characters from the series, including Korra.

Avatar: The Last Airbender Will Get A Fighting Game In 2026

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game will release next summer, with a 12-character roster

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 7h

The nostalgia for memory cards from the PS2 and GameCube era evokes a simpler time in gaming. Unlike today's digital libraries, which rely on cloud saves and hefty consoles, players could easily transport their progress by carrying a small memory card.

Does Anyone Else Really Miss The Era Of Memory Cards?

Memory cards were better than built-in storage, and I'm tired of pretending they weren't.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 8h

Blue Protocol: Star Resonance features the Verdant Oracle class, ideal for players who prefer support roles in MMOs. This character excels at healing allies and debuffing enemies, with two distinct specifications: the Smite Spec emphasizes damage, while the Lifebind Spec enhances healing abilities.

Blue Protocol: Star Resonance - Best Verdant Oracle Build

If you're a natural healer, check out this support class!

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 8h

Japanese developer Yoshiro Kimura, known for his 1997 game Moon: Remix RPG Adventure, has returned to RPGs after over two decades with his new title, Stray Children.

After learning his cult '90s RPG influenced Undertale, this Japanese developer finally got 'the courage' to make another RPG decades later thanks to Toby Fox

Yoshiro Kimura's new game Stray Children is a spiritual successor to Moon: Remix RPG, but it has more than a little in common with Undertale.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 9h

Screenshots from Rare's discontinued multiplayer project, Everwild, have reportedly surfaced, showcasing gameplay and user interface elements. Originally announced in 2019, the game has faced ongoing silence amid Microsoft layoffs that led to the cancellation of several titles.

Rare’s Cancelled Everwild Screenshots Emerge, Report Claims

Screenshots for Rare's cancelled Everwild have reportedly surfaced online and show off some of the game's design and UI.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 9h

Battlefield 6 has addressed a bug affecting jump momentum related to certain weapons, implementing a fix across all platforms to ensure players maintain their speed when transitioning from a sprint to a jump.

Battlefield 6 issues "fix" for jump momentum bug and is "monitoring" Breakthrough player counts

Battlefield 6 has issued a fix for an issue where jump momentum gets "unintentionally interrupted" depending on what we…

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 10h

Fields of Mistria, a cozy farm life sim currently in early access on Steam, is garnering attention for its engaging gameplay and strong narrative. With over 40 hours of content and a commitment to updates, the game has received an Overwhelmingly Positive rating from players.

PSA: You Don't Have to Wait Until 2026 to Play the Biggest Stardew Valley-Like Game

A long-awaited cozy farm life sim is already growing roots before its release, offering a substantial experience to those willing to jump in early.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 10h

Skate players have expressed dissatisfaction with the limited clothing options available in the game, despite enjoying the overall experience.

Skate Shouldn't Be Struggling This Much With Its Clothing Options

Waiting 48 hours to express myself, maybe.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 11h

Troy Baker may be a prominent figure in the gaming voice acting scene, yet he has only received two Game Awards nominations, both without a win.

The best game performances of the year not by Troy Baker

We all know he’s going to win for Indiana Jones, but who else is worthy?

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 11h

Dinolords is set to launch a closed alpha playtest on Steam, with sign-ups currently available. Northplay will begin granting access in batches starting at the end of October. This alpha focuses on the Viking faction and incorporates RTS basebuilding alongside ARPG-style combat featuring dinosaurs.

Dinolords closed alpha playtest set to start at the end of October, sign-ups open on Steam

Dinolords is heading into a closed alpha playtest on Steam, and Northplay says sign-ups are open now. The studio plans to admit players in batches - CPG - Console & PC Gaming

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 12h

Broken Arrow, a modern warfare RTS, continues to grapple with faction balance issues since its June release. Despite developers' adjustments, win rates show a consistent 7% advantage for Russian forces over U.S. troops.

Uncompromising modern-military RTS attempts to squash balance concerns, but its stats are still one-sided

Broken Arrow developer Steel Balalaika breaks down win rate, and one side still has the edge, but it's also bringing allied bots into play.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 12h

The co-creator of ToeJam & Earl, Greg Johnson, announced on Reddit the early development of a new game titled "Dancing With Ghosts." Currently, it is crowdfunding with a goal of $35,000 and has raised over $14,000.

ToeJam & Earl’s Getting Another Game, And It Will Be More In Line WIth The Original Duology

Jammin'.

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 13h

In Baby Steps, players traverse a vast open world as Nate, a clumsy manchild struggling to walk. The game, developed by the creators of Ape Out, features comedic moments and a poignant story about accepting help.

Baby Steps has one of the most meaningful choices I've ever encountered in a game

And it has to do with a really big staircase

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 13h

Square Enix has announced a new installment in the Dissidia franchise, shifting from traditional fighting mechanics to a mobile Team Boss Battle Arena format.

Square Enix revives Dissidia as a mobile Team Boss Battle Arena, and fans are not happy

Square Enix is bringing back what many consider the best Final Fantasy spin-off franchise of all time, but this time it looks very different. A trailer - CPG - Console & PC Gaming

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GamePulse News @gamepulsenews.bsky.social · 14h

The development of Mortal Kombat III has been confirmed by its writer, along with new gameplay footage of Baraka in the upcoming Mortal Kombat II.

Mortal Kombat III confirmed by writer as well as new footage of Baraka in Mortal Kombat II

Screenwriter confirms "they've already hired me to start writing the next installment."

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