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We played the #MindsEye demo & it’s a mixed bag. 🎮

❌ Dated graphics for 2025 🚗 Driving feels like Watch Dogs 2 (until you drift) 🔫 "Odd" gunplay mechanics

At €59.99, does the gameplay justify the price tag? Read our full review here: novagaming.net/review/minds...

#Steam #Gaming #IndieDev
MindsEye: A 60-Euro Question Mark Wrapped in a Short Demo
The MindsEye demo offers a glimpse into Build A Rocket Boy's €60 thriller. While cutscenes shine, the gameplay struggles. From dated graphics to heavy movement and "odd" gunplay, the experience feels…
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December 26, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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GTA Tokyo was real! 🇯🇵🚗

A Rockstar veteran claims an external Japanese studio was set to develop a "GTA Tokyo" game using Rockstar's code, but the project was scrapped.

Imagine the drifting! 😲

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#GTA #RockstarGames #GTATokyo #GamingNews
GTA Tokyo: The Lost Grand Theft Auto Game That "Almost Actually Happened" - NovaGaming
A Grand Theft Auto game set in Tokyo almost became a reality. Former Rockstar technical director Obbe Vermeij has revealed that an external Japanese studio was poised to develop "GTA Tokyo" using Rockstar's code. However, the ambitious project was ultimately scrapped. Read the full story here.
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December 23, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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BREAKING: EA shareholders have approved the $55bn takeover by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.

If regulators clear the deal, PIF will own 93.4% of the publisher behind FC, Battlefield, and The Sims. 🇸🇦🎮

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#EA #GamingNews #Business #PIF
EA Shareholders Approve Historic $55bn Takeover by Saudi Arabia's PIF - NovaGaming
Electronic Arts shareholders have officially greenlit a massive $55 billion takeover by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF). If cleared by regulators, PIF will own 93.4% of the publisher behind FC, Battlefield, and The Sims, marking the largest leveraged buyout in gaming history.
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December 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Devastating news. Vince Zampella, the co-creator of Call of Duty & head of Respawn, has passed away at 55 after a car accident. His impact on FPS gaming—from Modern Warfare to Apex Legends—is unmatched. RIP to a true legend.

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#VinceZampella #CallofDuty #RIP
Gaming Legend Vince Zampella Tragically Dies Aged 55 in Car Accident - NovaGaming
Gaming legend Vince Zampella, known for co-creating Call of Duty and founding Respawn Entertainment, has tragically died at 55 following a car accident in Los Angeles. The industry mourns the loss of the visionary behind Modern Warfare, Titanfall, and Apex Legends. Read more on his impact here.
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December 23, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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No, Xbox isn't targeting a specific 30% profit margin. ❌💰

Microsoft has officially responded to recent rumors, calling the reported figure "incorrect," though they admit their financial goals remain "ambitious."

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#Xbox #Microsoft #Gaming
Microsoft Denies Xbox 30% Profit Margin Rumors - NovaGaming
Recent reports claimed Microsoft was pressuring Xbox to hit a massive 30% profit margin, allegedly driving recent job cuts and multiplatform shifts. Microsoft has now responded, telling CNBC that while they have ambitious goals, the specific 30% target is "incorrect."
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December 23, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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8 years of human creativity, not algorithms. 🖌️

Publisher @RawFury has shut down rumors that puzzle game 'Blue Prince' uses AI art.

"The game was built and crafted with full human instinct."

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#BluePrince #IndieDev #GameDev #AIart
Blue Prince Publisher Denies AI Art Claims After 8-Year Dev - NovaGaming
Publisher Raw Fury has issued a strong defense of the puzzle game Blue Prince following accusations of AI art usage. In a statement, they confirmed the game is "100% human-made" and the result of "eight years of development" by developer Dogubomb, refuting claims made in a retracted report.
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December 23, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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Two sim racers, two very different paths. 🏎️💨

While Forza Motorsport winds down major updates, Gran Turismo 7 is experiencing a "phenomenon" of growth with millions of active players.

Read about the divergent strategies here: novagaming.net/playstation/...

#ForzaMotorsport #GranTurismo7
As Forza Motorsport Winds Down, Gran Turismo Is Experiencing A 'Phenomenon' At PlayStation - NovaGaming
A tale of two racers: Turn 10 has confirmed that Forza Motorsport will no longer receive major content updates in 2026. Conversely, Gran Turismo 7 is experiencing a "phenomenon," with producer Kazunori Yamauchi revealing the game has reached its highest-ever engagement levels years after launch.
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December 23, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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Is Battlefield 6 using AI art? 🤖

Players have spotted a suspicious "two-barreled" M4A1 on a cosmetic sticker, sparking debate over low-quality assets. EA has yet to comment.

See the evidence here: novagaming.net/news/battlef...

#Battlefield6 #Xbox #AIart #GamingNews
Battlefield 6 Players Think They've Spotted Evidence Of AI-Generated Cosmetics - NovaGaming
Battlefield 6 players believe they have found evidence of AI-generated art in the game's cosmetics. A "Winter Warning" player card sticker shows an M4A1 rifle with two barrels, sparking outrage on Reddit. Fans criticize the quality, while EA has yet to respond to the allegations of AI usage.
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December 23, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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Fortnite Pulls Trailer After Accidental 'Frotting' NSFW Reference - NovaGaming
Epic Games has pulled its latest Fortnite Chapter 6 accolades trailer after an embarrassing oversight. The video, designed to showcase community reactions, included a quote from an X user with the display name "Jonesy Frotting"
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December 23, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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Eight characters, six million journeys. ⚔️🛡️

The Octopath Traveler series has officially surpassed 6 million copies sold worldwide! To celebrate, Square Enix has slashed prices on the first two games.

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#OctopathTraveler #JRPG
Octopath Traveler Series Surpasses 6 Million Sales - NovaGaming
The Octopath Traveler series has officially crossed the 6 million sales mark worldwide. Square Enix celebrated the milestone on social media, timing the announcement with the release of the prequel, Octopath Traveler 0, and steep discounts on the main entries to encourage new players to dive in.
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December 23, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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"I skipped school to play." 🍄

Hideo Kojima reveals that the original Super Mario Bros. is the reason he makes video games today, citing the NES classic as the moment he believed games could surpass movies.

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#HideoKojima #SuperMario #Nintendo
Hideo Kojima Cites Super Mario Bros. as the Reason He Makes Games - NovaGaming
Metal Gear and Death Stranding creator Hideo Kojima has revealed that the original Super Mario Bros. is the reason he works in the games industry. In a recent interview, he admitted to skipping school to play the NES classic, praising its game design and its influence on his belief in the medium.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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The finish line is here. 🏁🚫

The Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle has officially reached its "end of lifecycle." Production has stopped, meaning your chance to save on the $80 game is disappearing fast. 📉

See the leaked memo & what comes next: novagaming.net/nintendo/nin...

#Switch2 #MarioKart
Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Bundle Reach End of the Road - NovaGaming
Potential Switch 2 buyers may have missed their chance for a deal. A leaked GameStop memo reveals the Mario Kart World bundle has reached its "end of lifecycle." No further units will be produced, returning stock to the base console, confirming Nintendo's warning of a limited Fall 2025 run.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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The final games of 2025 are dropping this week! 🎮🎄

Includes: 🏭 Factorio (Switch 2) 🚖 Taxi Chaos 2 (PC) 🗝️ Vagrus (Switch)

Check out the full release schedule and details in our latest article here: novagaming.net/weekly-game-...

#GamingNews #Switch2 #Factorio #IndieDev
Weekly Game Releases: December 22 - 28, 2025 - NovaGaming
The week of December 22-28, 2025, is quiet for game releases as the holidays arrive. Highlights include the Switch 2 port of Factorio, the PC launch of Taxi Chaos 2, and several indie titles like PRITTO PRISONER. Meanwhile, the Steam Winter Sale continues to dominate the digital storefronts.
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December 22, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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Phil Spencer wins "Industry Icon" at the Grand Game Awards! 🏆

He dedicates the honor to the entire Xbox team in a heartfelt new video.

"It has my name on it, but it's really on behalf of the whole Xbox team."

Article here: novagaming.net/news/phil-sp...

#Xbox #PhilSpencer #Gaming
Phil Spencer Honored with Industry Icon Award, Shares Heartfelt Message - NovaGaming
Phil Spencer has been honored with the Industry Icon Award at the Grand Game Awards. In a heartfelt video message, the Microsoft Gaming CEO dedicated the win to the entire Xbox team, reiterated his commitment to player choice, and celebrated the unifying power of games.
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December 22, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been disqualified from the Indie Game Awards for using generative AI. 🚫🤖

Despite selling 5M+ copies, the GOTY title was stripped for violating the "no gen AI" policy. The award now goes to Blue Prince.

Full story: novagaming.net/news/indie-g...

#IndieGameAwards #AI
Indie Game Awards Disqualifies Game of the Year Winner 'Clair Obscur: Expedition 33' Due to AI Usage - NovaGaming
The Indie Game Awards has disqualified "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33" from its Game of the Year win after developer Sandfall Interactive admitted to using generative AI assets. The awards have been reassigned to "Blue Prince" and "Sorry We're Closed" enforcing a strict anti-AI policy.
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December 22, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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The full Tomb Raider Survivor Trilogy could be coming to Switch! 🏹⛰️

Aspyr says the "passionate response" from fans is encouraging them to explore porting Rise and Shadow to Nintendo platforms.

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#TombRaider #NintendoSwitch #Switch2 #GamingNews
Fan Demand Pushes Aspyr to Consider Full Tomb Raider Survivor Trilogy on Switch - NovaGaming
Following the release of Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition on Switch, Aspyr has responded to fan demands for the full Survivor Trilogy. Product manager Jordon Reese confirmed that the "passionate response" is encouraging the team to explore bringing Rise and Shadow to Nintendo platforms.
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December 22, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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Gran Turismo 7 is defying all odds! 🏎️💨

Sony says it has "never experienced this phenomenon before" as the game hits over 2 million monthly active users years after release.

Full details: novagaming.net/playstation/...

#GranTurismo7 #PS5 #Sony #GamingNews
Gran Turismo 7 Defies Industry Trends with Growing Player Base - NovaGaming
Gran Turismo 7 is breaking the mold. Unlike most games that fade after launch, this PS5 hit is gaining momentum. Series boss Kazunori Yamauchi revealed the game now boasts over 2 million monthly active users, a phenomenon neither Polyphony Digital nor Sony has experienced before.
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December 21, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Skyrim Anniversary Edition is 60% off in Europe! 🐉📉

Grab the bundle for just £21.19 / 23,99 € and get a FREE upgrade to the Switch 2 version.

Sale ends Dec 31. Time to wake up, Dragonborn.

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#Skyrim #Switch2 #NintendoSwitch #GamingDeals
Skyrim Anniversary Edition Bundle 60% Off, Includes Free Switch 2 Upgrade - NovaGaming
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition bundle is currently 60% off on the European eShop. This holiday deal includes a free upgrade to the native Switch 2 version, which recently received a patch for input latency. The offer runs until December 31, 2025.
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December 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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More Switch games are now Switch 2 ready! 🎮✨

Updates include Star Wars: Republic Commando & Kairosoft titles. Plus, performance boosts for Batman: Arkham Knight.

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#Switch2 #Nintendo #StarWars #GamingNews
More Switch Games Receive Compatibility Updates for Switch 2 - NovaGaming
More Switch Games Receive Compatibility Updates for Switch 2 - NovaGaming
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December 21, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Blizzard is prioritizing existing hits like #WorldOfWarcraft and #Diablo over new IPs. ⚔️

President Faries aims for "1-2 big releases" every year.

Full story here: novagaming.net/news/blizzar...

#Blizzard #GamingNews
Blizzard Strategizes to Scale Iconic Franchises Over New IPs - NovaGaming
Blizzard President Johanna Faries reveals the studio's strategy to prioritize scaling existing franchises like World of Warcraft and Diablo over new IPs. With a goal of one to two major releases per year, Blizzard aims to leverage its iconic portfolio to maintain dominance in the gaming market.
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December 21, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Report: Xbox Wrapped 2025 is cancelled. ❌🎮

Budget is reportedly shifting to huge 2026 anniversaries instead: 🎂 Xbox 25th 🎂 Bethesda 40th 🎂 Blizzard 35th

Details: novagaming.net/news/xbox-wr...

#Xbox #XboxWrapped
Report: Xbox Wrapped 2025 Cancelled Amid Budget Constraints - NovaGaming
Xbox users may not get a "Wrapped" summary for 2025. Reports indicate Microsoft has cancelled the campaign to reallocate marketing budgets toward major upcoming anniversaries in 2026, including Xbox's 25th and Bethesda's 40th.
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December 21, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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The end of an era for the Steam Deck. 🎮📉

Valve has officially discontinued the last LCD model (256GB). Once it's gone, it's gone for good.

❌ Production ended 🚫 Sold out in the US & EU ✅ All-in on OLED

Details: novagaming.net/news/valve-d...

#SteamDeck #Valve #PCGaming #TechNews
Valve Discontinues Last Remaining LCD Steam Deck Model - NovaGaming
Valve has quietly discontinued the last remaining LCD Steam Deck model. A disclaimer on the Steam store confirms that production of the 256GB LCD version has ended, and it will not be restocked once sold out. This move leaves the OLED models as the sole option for new buyers, marking the end of the original handheld's era.
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December 21, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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Fortnite's return to iOS in Japan is OFF for 2025. 🇯🇵❌

Epic CEO Tim Sweeney blames Apple's new "junk fees" on rival stores: 📉 21% on 3rd-party payments 📉 5% on store revenue

"Apple chose poorly. Again."

Details: novagaming.net/news/fortnit...

#Fortnite #Apple #EpicGames
Fortnite iOS Return in Japan Cancelled Over Apple Fees - NovaGaming
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has announced that Fortnite will not return to iOS in Japan in 2025. Sweeney accuses Apple of "obstruction and lawbreaking" by imposing high fees on third-party stores and payments, despite new Japanese laws meant to foster competition. Epic plans to report the issue to the Japanese Fair Trade Commission.
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December 21, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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Vehicle balance update live for Battlefield 6! 🚜🚁

Breakthrough mode gets spawn adjustments to improve pacing for Attackers & Defenders. 🗺️ Live on New Sobek City & more 📉 Devs monitoring feedback

Details: novagaming.net/pc/battlefie...
Battlefield 6 Tweaks Vehicle Availability in Breakthrough Mode - NovaGaming
A new Battlefield 6 update has adjusted vehicle availability in Breakthrough mode to improve match pacing. The changes, live now on maps like New Sobek City, aim to balance the playing field for Attackers and Defenders. Developers remain ready to rollback tweaks if necessary based on player feedback.
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December 21, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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Quest 3S is the budget king! 🥽👑

At $299, it's now the cheapest VR headset, while PSVR2 goes back to full price ($550).

💸 Quest 3S: $299 💰 PSVR2: $549

Full details: novagaming.net/news/meta-qu...

#VR #MetaQuest3S #PSVR2
Meta Quest 3S is Now the Cheapest VR Headset - NovaGaming
The Meta Quest 3S has become the undisputed value king of VR this holiday. Priced at just $299, it undercuts the competition significantly, especially as Sony's PSVR2 reverts to its full $549.99 MSRP. With standalone capability and included games, the Quest 3S offers the best bang for your buck.
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December 21, 2025 at 4:00 AM