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Nintendo reportedly showcased the Switch 2 behind closed doors at Gamescom last month. As per Eurogamer, select game developers got an early peek at the Switch successor, alongside tech demos highlighting its improved performance. One such demo is described to have shown an improved version of 2017's The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, targeting a higher framerate and resolution when compared to the original's 30fps. That said, it's unclear whether the game will be re-released for the new console, which is eyeing a…

Sony brand not booking its flight to Cologne As we reach the tail-end of Summer Game Fest 2023, already developers and publishers are preparing their itineraries for the next major show of the summer, Gamescom 2023, which will take place in Cologne, Germany later this summer — But it sees that one of the biggest publishers on the block, PlayStation, will not be in attendance at Koelnmesse come August. According to a report by German news outlet GamesMarkt, (and spotted by VGC), Sony Interactive Entertainment has…

Summer is one of the most exciting times to be a gamer, as it’s when most video game developers and publishers tease what’s coming next. For years, this was all centered around E3, but since that show went away due to the Covid-19 pandemic, publishers have switched things up and held a variety of reveal-focused live-stream events over the course of the entire season. 2023 is shaping up to be no different, especially now that E3 2023 is canceled. From Meta to Microsoft to gaming’s main man Geoff Keighley, a lot of…

First time at European expo in four years Nintendo has revealed that it will be in attendance for this year’s Gamescom, which is scheduled to take place in Germany in August — As confirmed by Koelnmesse and The German Games Industry Association, The House of Mario will make its return at the annual event, marking the first time in four years that the publisher has made the trip to the European expo. “We are excited to announce that Nintendo will be exhibiting at Gamescom 2023,” said the event’s organizers on Twitter.…

Nintendo has been confirmed as an exhibitor for Gamescom 2023, after skipping the gaming convention in 2022. “We are excited to announce that Nintendo will be exhibiting at #gamescom2023,” wrote the organiser on Twitter. “Many more exhibitors will follow in the coming weeks. Stay tuned!” We are excited to announce that Nintendo will be exhibiting at #gamescom2023! Many more exhibitors will follow in the coming weeks. Stay tuned! pic.twitter.com/ludCq12pwe — gamescom (@gamescom) April 26, 2023 Gamescom is set to run…

The big reveals show returns once more It’s another year, and summer’s almost upon us. That means it’s time for more showcases, reveals, and streams, including Gamescom Opening Night Live. Show host Geoff Keighley confirmed the date and location today on social media, as the show will be hosted live from Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany on August 22. No word on the time yet. Get ready!@gamescom: Opening Night Live returns live on Tuesday, August 22 from Koelnmesse in Germany. Excited to be back in Cologne with the fans…

Hogwarts Legacy, the upcoming Harry Potter Wizarding World game from Avalanche Software, will see a delay in its launch on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The developer had initially planned the game to launch on February 10, 2023 across PS5, PS4, Xbox Series S/X, Xbox One, and PC. However, Hogwarts Legacy will now launch on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on April 4, 2023. Meanwhile, the Nintendo Switch version of the game will launch on July 25, 2023. For what it's worth, Hogwarts Legacy is keeping its February…

Gamescom is the largest gaming expo in the world and it took place at the end of August in Cologne, Germany. After a two-year hiatus and without E3, Gamescom felt like a breath of fresh air, bringing together AAA and indie studios. Gamescom 2022 will also be remembered for a huge indie section that showcased some of the most exciting and intriguing games presented at the event. Here is our list of the best indie games shown at the expo at the convention.Evgeny KimI write about games, technology, and science…

11.5 million rolled their eyes at Everywhere Last week saw the return of Europe’s largest gaming industry event, Gamescom, which arrived in both a physical and online capacity for the first time in several years. And, according to live stream host Geoff Keighley, it was quite the popular event, with over 12 million viewers tuning in to day one stream Opening Night Live. The stream, which took place on the evening of August 23, featured a selection of trailers, updates, and reveals on some of the hottest games headed our…

The Callisto Protocol, a sci-fi horror game, and Off the Grid, a cyberpunk Battle Royale 2.0 shooter game received significant attention at Gamescom 2022. Age of Empires IV - Ottomans and Malians Update will be a part of a free anniversary update expected on October 25 this year. Lies of P, a Pinocchio-inspired steampunk-inspired action game, received much attention at the event. Bandai Namco brought three games to Gamescom, including Moonbreaker, Alone in the Dark, and Wreckreation.Evgeny KimI write about games,…