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Vince Zampella, Co-Founder of Infinity Ward and Head of Respawn Entertainment, Dies at 55
Vince Zampella, a pivotal figure behind Call of Duty and Apex Legends, has died in a car crash at age 55. This article honors his remarkable legacy in the video game...
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Call of Duty Developer Sledgehammer Games Seeks Nintendo Switch Talent Amid Franchise Expansion
Sledgehammer Games, acclaimed for its work on the Call of Duty series, is now actively recruiting developers with experience on the Nintendo Switch, signaling...
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Infocom’s Zork Trilogy Becomes Open Source: A Landmark Moment in Gaming History
Infocom’s influential Zork trilogy is now open-source under the MIT License, thanks to Microsoft, Xbox, and Activision. Discover the impact of this release on the...
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Nintendo Switch 2 Games Dominate UK Sales Charts with Mario Kart World at the Top
Mario Kart World leads the UK software sales chart for Nintendo Switch 2, with strong performances by Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Donkey Kong Bananza. View the full top...
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Crash Bandicoot: Activision and Beenox Spark Fan Excitement with Mysterious Social Media Tease
A new social media post by Beenox, the studio behind Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled, stirs speculation about a potential new Crash Bandicoot project. Discover the...
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Crash Team Racing 2 Rumors Sparked by Beenox’s Updated Banner Art
Amid speculation, Crash Team Racing 2 rumors grow after Beenox briefly updates and removes banner art featuring Crash’s latest design. Here’s what we know about the...
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella: Gaming's True Rival Is Short-Form Video, Not Competing Consoles
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella outlines shifting strategies in the gaming industry, highlighting the rise of short-form video as the main competition and discussing...
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Crash Bandicoot Series Lands on Nintendo Switch: Legacy of an Iconic Platformer
Explore the history and impact of the Crash Bandicoot series as it makes its mark on the Nintendo Switch, highlighting developer achievements and franchise milestones.
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Rescue From Poseidon's Gate: Audacity Games Revives Atari 2600 With Cutting-Edge Retro Graphics
Audacity Games, led by industry pioneer David Crane, announces Rescue From Poseidon's Gate for the Atari 2600, blending classic hardware authenticity with modern...
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Double Fine Releases Rare Brütal Legend Pitch Video for Rocktober Celebration
Double Fine has unveiled a never-before-seen pitch video for Brütal Legend, showcasing early concepts and behind-the-scenes stories from Tim Schafer and his team....
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Call of Duty Movie Adaptation Official: Paramount and Activision Team Up for Blockbuster Release
Paramount and Activision have finalized a deal to bring the Call of Duty franchise to theaters through Skydance. Learn about the developers involved, the history of...
Evercade Expands Library With Activision Collection 1 and The Llamasoft Collection: 42 Classic Games Arrive This November
Blaze Entertainment brings 42 retro classics to the Evercade platform with the launch of Activision Collection 1 and The Llamasoft Collection, featuring seminal Atari...
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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Rolls Out Major 2.0 Update for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
Activision and Iron Galaxy have released Patch 2.0 for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, introducing Create-A-Park to Private Matches and...
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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Receives Major 2.0 Patch on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
Activision and Iron Galaxy introduce substantial gameplay and platform fixes in the latest Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 update for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, adding...
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Release Date Confirmed — Nintendo Switch 2 Version Not Available at Launch
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has received an official release date for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, but no Nintendo Switch 2 launch version is planned...
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Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 on Nintendo Switch 2: A Technical and Nostalgic Triumph
A comprehensive review of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 for Nintendo Switch 2, covering enhanced performance, gameplay changes, and series evolution for longtime fans...
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Battlefield 6 Release Date Announced, But Skips Nintendo Switch 2 According to EA
EA confirms Battlefield 6 will not launch on Nintendo Switch 2, focusing instead on core platforms. Other EA titles set for Switch release this October.
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How Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 GBA Included Cheeky Nods to Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX 2
Discover the creative rivalry between Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 and Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX 2 on Game Boy Advance, including Easter eggs and developer insights.
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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Review: Iron Galaxy Delivers Remake and Sequel on Nintendo Switch 2
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 lands on Nintendo Switch 2, blending nostalgia and new content as Iron Galaxy Studio remakes the classics for a new generation. Read our...
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Mario Kart World Tops UK Sales Charts, Outpaces Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 on Switch 2
Mario Kart World secures the number one position on the UK software sales chart for the week ending July 12, 2025, outpacing Activision's Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4,...
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Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4: Why Some Classic Soundtrack Songs Didn’t Return
Discover why Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 features a refreshed soundtrack, with insights from Tony Hawk on introducing new music, balancing nostalgia, and representing...
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Nintendo eShop Update: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, Patapon 1+2, and Zelda: Ocarina of Time Soundtrack Hit Switch Platforms
Explore this week's Nintendo eShop highlights, including the debut of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 and Patapon 1+2 on the Nintendo Switch, alongside new releases,...
Overwatch 2 Director Addresses Story Content Demands Amidst Community Feedback
Overwatch 2 game director Aaron Keller acknowledges the need for more story content, vowing to refocus on lore and narrative elements following feedback from the...
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Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Remake Brings Classic Skating Action to Nintendo Switch
Discover everything you need to know about the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Remake for Nintendo Switch, featuring new parks, skaters, game modes, and its iconic...
Nintendo Switch eShop Update: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 and Patapon 1+2 Replay Headline July 2024 Releases
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 and Patapon 1+2 Replay lead the latest Nintendo Switch eShop update for July 2024, bringing HD remasters and multiplayer action to players...
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Microsoft Gaming Division Faces Massive Layoffs and Project Cancellations in 2024
Microsoft's gaming division, including industry giants like Activision and Rare, is undergoing major restructuring with layoffs, studio closures, and canceled...
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Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4: Jack Black Returns as Officer Dick and Constable Richard on Nintendo Switch
Jack Black reprises his popular role as Officer Dick and introduces Constable Richard in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, launching July 11, 2025, for Nintendo Switch 2...
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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Adds Exciting New Pinball Park and Original Locations for Nintendo Switch
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 releases July 11, 2025 on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, featuring innovative new parks including a pinball-themed environment. Discover...
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Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled Races Past 10 Million Sales Milestone on Nintendo Switch and Beyond
Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled surpasses 10 million units sold since 2019 launch, marking a major achievement for Activision and Beenox across platforms including the...
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Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled Surpasses 10 Million Sales Worldwide on Nintendo Switch and Beyond
Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled achieves a major sales milestone, crossing 10 million units sold globally since its 2019 release on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and...
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Call of Duty Franchise Heads to Nintendo Switch: Microsoft Reaffirms Commitment at Xbox Showcase
Microsoft and Activision confirm plans to bring the Call of Duty series to Nintendo Switch, reflecting ongoing collaboration between the companies. Details on release...
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Microsoft and Activision Reiterate Commitment to Bring Call of Duty to Nintendo Switch Platform
Microsoft, Activision, and Nintendo reaffirm their 10-year agreement to launch Call of Duty on current and future Nintendo platforms despite no official release timeline.
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 Amidst Xbox Showcase Highlights
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is officially coming to Nintendo Switch 2, with Microsoft and Nintendo collaborating on future support. Learn more about the game's platform...
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Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Release Date Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Activision announces Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, featuring remastered content, new skaters, an expanded soundtrack, and...
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Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Launch Trailer Debuts Ahead of July 2025 Nintendo Switch Release
The iconic skateboarding series returns as Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 receives an early launch trailer ahead of its July 2025 debut on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo...
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Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Remaster Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 This July: Cross-Platform Multiplayer, Enhanced Graphics, and More
Activision officially announces Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Remaster for Nintendo Switch 2, launching July 11 with enhanced visuals, cross-platform play, and expanded...
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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 on Nintendo Switch Offers Extended Session Timers and Classic Gameplay
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 for Nintendo Switch adds extended session timers for Career Mode in THPS 4, maintaining classic mission structures. Get the latest release...
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Tony Hawk’s Underground Remaster: What Fans Can Expect Following Pro Skater 3 + 4’s Switch Launch
Explore the future of the Tony Hawk franchise as recent remasters come to Nintendo Switch, with insights from Tony Hawk on the potential for a Tony Hawk’s Underground...
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Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Release on Nintendo Switch Fuels Hopes for Underground Remasters
As Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 arrives on Nintendo Switch, fans look to the future of the franchise, including possible remasters of Tony Hawk’s Underground, pending...
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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Confirmed for Nintendo Switch with Bam Margera Returning
Bam Margera returns to Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4, set to launch on Nintendo Switch July 11, 2025. Get all the details on Margera's involvement, game features, and...
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Diablo IV on Nintendo Switch 2: Blizzard Says Porting Is ‘Something to Look At’
Blizzard remains open to a Diablo IV port for Nintendo's next hardware. Rod Fergusson says the main hurdle is live-service support rather than raw performance, while...
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Announced for Nintendo Switch 2: Release Date, Features, and More
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 this summer, featuring cross-platform multiplayer, remastered parks, and new skaters like Nora...
Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Details Emerge Ahead of April Direct Presentation
Fresh reports suggest Nintendo is planning a June 2025 launch for the Nintendo Switch 2, accompanied by a structured three-phase software rollout. Here’s everything we...
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Soundtrack Revealed: Every Song Coming to Nintendo Switch
Explore the full soundtrack for Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 ahead of its Nintendo Switch release, featuring a blend of legendary classics and fresh tracks. Discover...
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 on Nintendo Switch: Major Changes to THPS4 Career Mode Confirmed
Activision and Iron Galaxy have announced significant adjustments to Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 in the upcoming Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 for Nintendo Switch,...
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Announced for Nintendo Switch: Release Date Set for July 2025
Activision officially unveils Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 for Nintendo Switch, with a July 11, 2025 launch, new features, and multiple editions. Developed by Iron...
Tony Hawk Pro Skater Remasters Teased by Activision: Countdown Sparks Nintendo Switch Speculation
Activision teases remasters for Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3+4 with a countdown and hidden references, fueling excitement among fans and Nintendo Switch players.
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater Remaster Rumors Grow After Tyshawn Jones Podcast Reveal
Professional skateboarder Tyshawn Jones signals a possible new Tony Hawk remaster, following his recent comments and the franchise's ongoing buzz. Find out what this...
GoldenEye 007 Wii Remake Faced Pushback Over Iconic Shooter Elements, Reveals Activision
Explore how the GoldenEye 007 remake for Nintendo Wii almost lost its core first-person shooter gameplay due to concerns from James Bond's co-owner, and the...
Berkshire Hathaway Considered Nintendo Acquisition: Insights from Gaming Industry Leaders
Former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick reveals Berkshire Hathaway once considered acquiring Nintendo, shedding light on the conglomerate's approach to the video game...
GoldenEye 007 Wii Reboot Faced Pushback From James Bond Producer Over Violence, Reveals Bobby Kotick
Former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick discloses Barbara Broccoli's reservations about guns and violence in the 2010 GoldenEye 007 remake for Nintendo Wii, highlighting...
Saudi Arabia's PIF Reduces Nintendo Stake to 6.3% Amid Ongoing Gaming Industry Investments
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has lowered its Nintendo stake to 6.3%, continuing a trend of recalibrated investments in leading gaming companies, including...
Microsoft Brings Fan-Favorite Titles to Nintendo Switch, Highlights Cross-Platform Strategy
Microsoft expands its reach by releasing popular games on Nintendo Switch, with CEO Satya Nadella emphasizing a continued commitment to multi-platform gaming in his...
Crash Bandicoot 5 and Spyro Crossover Project Cancelled by Activision After Missed Sales Targets
Toys for Bob’s cancelled Crash Bandicoot 5 would have featured a crossover with Spyro for Nintendo Switch, according to a new DidYouKnowGaming report. Learn why...
Crash Bandicoot 5 Development Update: No Nintendo Switch Sequel in Sight, Says Former Dev
Crash Bandicoot fans looking forward to a fifth installment, including potential Nintendo Switch support, may be disappointed. Former developer Nicholas Kole shares...
Crash Bandicoot N-Sane Trilogy Surpasses 20 Million Units Sold Worldwide
Crash Bandicoot N-Sane Trilogy achieves a major sales milestone, crossing 20 million units sold globally since its 2017 launch on PlayStation 4, as Xbox inherits the...
Toys for Bob Spin-Off: Studio Leaves Activision Blizzard After Novato Office Closure
Toys for Bob has announced it is spinning off as an independent studio following Activision Blizzard layoffs and the Novato office closure. Coverage of the studio's...
Call of Duty Parity on Nintendo Switch: Xbox's Commitment to Cross-Platform Equality
Xbox head Phil Spencer reaffirms Microsoft's goal of content and launch parity for Call of Duty across Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox, following the Activision...
Spyro Reignited Trilogy Sales Hit 10 Million — Toys for Bob Remaster Reaches Major Milestone
The Spyro Reignited Trilogy, developed by Toys for Bob and published by Activision, has surpassed 10 million units sold worldwide. Review of release history, platform...
Microsoft and Sony Sign 10-Year Deal to Keep Call of Duty on PlayStation Following Activision Blizzard Acquisition
Microsoft and Sony have finalized a binding 10-year agreement ensuring the Call of Duty franchise remains available on PlayStation platforms after Microsoft's...