Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl has only been out for two weeks, but the game remains a work in progress. Developer GSC Game World released a day-one patch to address some of Stalker 2's lingering issues. However, the title is still missing the A-Life 2.0 system that was initially promised on its Steam page. Now, GSC Game World is opening up about why A-Life 2.0 isn't in the game and how the Steam page was changed.During an interview with IGN, creative director Maria Grygorovych explained that A-Life 2.0 is still in Stalker 2; it just isn't working as intended yet. The first Stalker used the initial A-Life--which was created as an AI program to give NPC characters in the world of the game a life of their own beyond any interactions with the players. A-Life 2.0 was meant to be the next generation of that program, if it can be made to function correctly.GSC CEO Ievgen Grygorovych told IGN that as the game's launch date neared, the team attempted to shrink the area around the player affected by A-Life 2.0 before they encountered game-breaking bugs that forced the team to turn off the feature for now. Maria Grygorovych added that the change in the game's Steam description came from someone in the marketing department who made the edit without telling her. Both Grygorovychs also insisted that the developer is still committed to implementing A-Life 2.0 and ironing out its issues.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Sony has announced My First Gran Turismo, a free-to-play racing game for PS5 and PS4 that'll be released on December 6. Designed to be an approachable entry point into the series, the game will feature numerous modes for players to take part in and it'll also have full PlayStation VR 2 support. "This isn't just about playing a game; it’s about embarking on a personal driving journey," Polyphony Digital president Kazunori Yamauchi said in a PS Blog post. "We've made sure the experience is intuitive, allowing anyone to get behind the wheel and master the essentials, such as cornering, braking, and acceleration. By playing it, users will build confidence one lap at a time, tackling new challenges that’ll steadily refine their driving skills. "My First Gran Turismo will launch with several racing and time-trial stages, as well as three "Music Rally" levels. Players can also take part in License Tests and there'll be 18 unique cars to unlock and learn about. Some of the tracks that players can drive on include Kyoto Driving Park, Deep Forest Raceway, and Trial Mountain Circuit. Like the mainline Gran Turismo games, the focus will be on mastering real-life driving skills.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Humble has revealed its December lineup of games, and this month, there's a great selection of intriguing sci-fi, sandy action, and cyberpunk fun to pick up. In case you haven't used it before, Humble Choice costs $12 monthly and offers several perks, including a monthly batch of PC games that are yours to keep forever, even if your cancel your subscription. Other benefits include exclusive discounts at the Humble store and access to the Humble Vault--an additional rotating library of games exclusive to members. Sign up for Humble Choice Humble Choice December 2024 GamesBomb Rush CyberfunkOld WorldAtlas Fallen: Reign of SandCrime Boss: Rockay CityThe InvincibleMoonstone IslandInkulinatiVenbaMonster Prom 3: Monster RoadtripThis month you can grab Bomb Rush Cyberfunk, a spiritual successor to Sega's Jet Set Radio. Like the games that inspired it, Bomb Rush Cyberfunk has a cel-shaded art style and it's set in a city where local gangs compete for clout by being as extreme as possible. There are various ways to get around New Amsterdam--from rollerblades to skateboarding--and you can leave your mark on the city with fresh graffiti. Assemble your crew, explore the five boroughs, and avoid the fuzz as you take on rival crews and strange enemies.Another noteworthy game this month is Atlas Fallen, a solid action-adventure that recently received new enemies, quests, a reworked campaign, and a revamped progression system through a major update. It's a satisfying game where you wield strange powers to take on deadly beasts and cruel gods, so if you've been looking to pick this up, then this is a good time to do so following its overhaul.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Warner Bros. Discovery has narrowed the release window for when The Last of Us Season 2 is coming. During a recent Wells Fargo event, WBD global streaming boss JB Perrette said Season 2 is on track for release during Q2 2025, which means it'll arrive sometime in the April-June period.Previously, The Last of Us Season 2 was set for release in Spring 2025. In the US, Spring 2025 runs March 20-June 20, but the Q2 period runs April 1, 2025-June 30, 2025.Perrette listed off the release window for The Last of Us Season 2 as part of a wider discussion of what HBO has coming up, according to Deadline. The company's first big release of 2025 is The White Lotus Season 3 in February, then The Last of Us Season 2, then the next Game of Thrones show, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Just like that, Nintendo has brought the entire Donkey Kong Land trilogy to Switch Online. Today, Donkey Kong Land 3 has (ahem) landed on the subscription service, though people are still pounding the table for Donkey Kong 64. Sorry: The DK Rap will have to wait.Donkey Kong Land 3 originally released in 1997 for Game Boy. The side-scrolling title sees Dixie and Kiddy Kong in the spotlight as they search for the Lost World. However, like Donkey Kong and Diddy before them, they'll have to deal with the Kremlings throughout 36 levels. Not even two weeks ago, Nintendo brought Donkey Kong Land to Switch Online. Then, last week, Donkey Kong Land 2 hit the subscription service. Looking ahead, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is set to launch next month on Switch, serving as a remaster of the Wii title.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Grinding Gear Games has announced that it will be making a standalone PC client available for Path of Exile 2 today, December 4, at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET for those who want to pre-load the game ahead of time.Grinding Gear Games will provide the client download through both its own website as well as a torrent simultaneously. While players can download the game's client, they will be unable to log in until the early access period begins on December 6 at 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET.For Xbox players, pre-download is already available. For PS5 players, purchasing a Founder's Pack should allow for pre-download. Packs should go live 24 hours before early access starts.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Raphael Colantonio founded Arkane Studios in 1999 and spent more than 18 years there, including co-creating and directing the original Dishonored with Harvey Smith. Colantonio also directed 2017's Prey. He left Arkane that year and now heads up the independent studio Wolf Eye, which launched Weird West in 2022. Now, he and the team are cooking up something new that he believes will make fans of Dishonored and Prey happy.Speaking to GI.biz, Colantonio said, "People who loved Dishonored and Prey are going to feel very at home. It's uncompromised."Not much at all is known about what this game actually is, but Colantonio teased that it will involve player freedom and choice through its RPG elements. The developer said it's the "perfect project" for him and the studio at this point.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The latest PlayStation 5 firmware update has landed, and while it doesn't have any massive new features or improvements, the update has some notable and useful inclusions.First off, the update improves the data-transfer process from another PS5. Additionally, the update includes "enhanced stability" for large file transfers like video capture. Additionally, the new PS5 update improves "usability" on some screens, and makes some improvements to messages that may appear.You can see the full patch notes below for the December 4 PS5 firmware update, as shared on Sony's website.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Bethesda has confirmed that the final version of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle doesn't contain any traces of the anti-piracy software Denuvo DRM.A report claimed that Bethesda snuck in Deunvo DRM a few days before the game's launch. According to the game's SteamDB listing, it was apparently updated a few hours ago to include DRM. However, Bethesda commented on the claim, explaining that the retail version of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle does not have it, and it was only present in review builds to prevent leaks.Indiana Jones and the Great Circle does not include Denuvo. It was only in review builds for leak precautions. https://t.co/pETxewqi1H — Bethesda (@bethesda) December 4, 2024 Denuvo DRM has been criticized for negatively impacting PC games, allegedly causing issues like slow downs and performance problems. Denuvo parent company Irdeto has pushed back on these claims and attempted to demonstrate that the software doesn't have an impact on games.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Fanatical’s annual Bundlefestive event is now live, offering big discounts on several products--plus the launch of a new discounted bundle every day. The vast majority of these titles are redeemable on Steam, and many also support Steam Deck. So if you need a cheap way to load up on games this holiday season, it’s hard to beat these low prices. Be sure to check back daily to see the latest new bundle deals.Fanatical Bundlefestive: Quick lookDecember 2 - Build Your Own Special Editions BundleDecember 3 - Build Your Own Play on the Go BundleDecember 4 - Killer BundleIn addition to the seasonal Bundlefestive deals, Fanatical also has a great lineup of FantasyVerse comics bundles. These offer a collection of graphic novels and manga, most of which are steeply discounted or available for cheap. Consider checking out a few while you’re skimming through all the Bundlefestive price cuts. These are typically offered in tiers, so if you only need a few comics, you don’t have to opt for the entire collection.FantasyVerse DealsMad Cave Comics Action BundleCyberpunk 2077 Graphic Novels CollectionThe World of the Witcher Book BundleThe Adventurer and Dungeon Master BundleWorld of Mad Cave Comics BundleManga Masters Bundle Isekai EditionKiller Bundle (Bundlefestive Edition)Killer BundleThe Killer Bundle pulls together 11 games valued at $229 for just $15. Ten of the games are even compatible with Steam Deck, making it a good choice for both your desktop PC or handheld. Highlights of the collection include Gungrave Gore: Complete Bundle, Terraformers, and Yellow Taxi Goes Vroom.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

BioWare is celebrating Dragon Age Day with a handful of surprises for fans centered around the recently released Dragon Age: The Veilguard, but also recognizes what's come before. A standalone version of Veilguard's character creator and a free armor set for the game inspired by Dragon Age II are both now available. Later today, the game will have a new update and you can see the full patch notes for Patch 4 below, which includes a new tool to take photos during the game's cutscenes, 20+ bug fixes, and new Qunari complexions. Dragon Age Day was created by the game's fans to give Dragon Age its own version of N7 Day, the day that celebrates the community of BioWare's space epic series, Mass Effect. The biggest gift to players is a standalone, free version of the game's character creator. For the folks who haven't taken the plunge into Dragon Age: The Veilguard, you can now create a Rook or Inquisitor, before buying the full game and transferring your character over. You just need to make sure you're on the same platform that you have the creator on.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

MSI Claw 8 AI+ $899 See at Best Buy MSI Claw 7 AI+ $799 See at Best Buy See at Amazon MSI has revealed new versions of its Claw handheld gaming PC, which will be available in seven- and eight-inch models. Pricing starts at $799 for the Claw 7 AI+ and $899 for the Claw 8 AI+.The new MSI Claws will feature several upgrades when compared to its predecessor, like bigger batteries, tweaks to its ergonomic design, and Intel's new Lunar Lake Core Ultra 7 processors. These will also be Copilot+ PC-capable handhelds, hence the AI label. RAM has been doubled for the new models, as these have 32GB each, and the CPU speed has increased to 2.2GHz. The original MSI Claw had a 1.2GHz CPU on its Ultra 5 base model, while the Ultra 7 version had a 1.4GHz CPU.Another big change is the look of the MSI Claw, as you'll be able to pick one up that sports khaki-colored panels. MSI says this design was inspired by wind-sculpted desert rocks, but if you'd prefer something plainer, these will be available in black as well.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Zelda: Hyrule Crest Metal Puzzle $15 (was $32) See at Amazon Zelda: Triforce Metal Puzzle $15 (was $32) See at Amazon Zelda: Master Sword Metal Puzzle $15 (was $32) See at Amazon All three officially licensed metal puzzles themed around The Legend of Zelda are still on sale for over 50% off at Amazon after Cyber Monday. You can get brain teasers shaped as the Triforce, Hyrule Crest and Master Sword for $15 each. The Triforce puzzle sold out earlier this week, but Amazon has replenished its stock. Unfortunately, Amazon currently estimates orders any of the puzzles placed today, December 4, won't arrive until mid-January.The Legend of Zelda: Hanayama Metal Brain TeasersHyrule Crest -- $15 ($32) | Level 4 - HardTriforce -- $15 ($32) | Level 5 - HardMaster Sword-- $15 ($32) | Level 6 - Grand Master See all Zelda Metal Puzzles Designed by Japanese manufacturer Hanayama, each Zelda brain teaser has the same objective: take it apart, then put it back together. While that may sound pretty easy, these are dubbed brain teasers for a reason. Hanayama's puzzles have Mensa difficulty ratings ranging from one to six, and all three Zelda puzzles are Level 4 (hard) or higher. For those unfamiliar with Mensa, it's a society for people with high IQs (98th percentile or better).Even if you can't figure out how to solve the brain teaser, you're at least getting a high-quality metal collectible to display on your desk. Hanayama notes that these puzzles are suitable for ages 12 and up--but many adults will likely run into some trouble trying to deconstruct and rebuild these puzzles.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the acclaimed investigative thriller Seven. To commemorate the occasion, the movie is getting its first-ever 4K release with a new steelbook edition launching January 7, 2025, and you can preorder it now for $38 at Amazon. Seven 4K Blu-ray Steelbook Edition $38 Along with new 4K transfer and steelbook case, this new Seven release includes a batch of special features, including deleted scenes, documentaries, and production notes. Of particular interest will be the alternate endings, as Seven almost had a radically different conclusion. Preorders are available at Amazon. Preorder at Amazon Seven 4K Standard Edition Blu-ray $26.62. A standard 4K edition of Seven is also releasing on the same day for $26.62. This also includes the new 4K version of the film and all the same special features, so while you're missing out on the steelbook case, it's a decent alternative in case the steelbook edition sells out. Preorder at Amazon Released in 1995, Seven starred Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Kevin Spacey. The film follows two detectives hunting a serial killer using the seven deadly sins as inspiration for several murders. The movie was lauded for its grisly aesthetic and highly detailed set design, and its shock ending is still one of the best in cinema today.If you're looking to expand your Blu-ray library, you can pick up more of Fincher's films at Amazon. Several are discounted right now, too, including The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo for $10.49 (was $15), The Social Network for $21 ($26), and The Game: Criterion Collection Edition for $30 (was $40). Check the list below for a selection of other Fincher Blu-rays that are available now.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Warhorse Studios has announced that Kingdom Come Deliverance 2's release date has been moved forward to February 4, 2025. Additionally, a new story trailer will drop tomorrow, December 5, as well as the PC and console version details.In a new update video, public relations manager Tobi Stolz-Zwilling revealed the new release date, and that the new story trailer will premiere on tomorrow's PC Gaming Show. Stolz-Zwilling also explained that Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 is now in its final stretches of optimization, meaning that the the studio will finally show the PC and console specs for the game.There will be performance and quality modes for both the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions, along with the PS5 version being enhanced on the Pro console.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com