Activision Blizzard’s Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice debuted at the top of the UK weekly charts. Sales figures for FromSoftware’s new IP are on a par with what Dark Souls sold back at launch in 2011, but are down 29 per cent compared to Bloodborne’s launch sales in 2015. But once …
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It hasn't yet toppled the concurrent peak set by Dark Souls 3, though
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The new models may be unveiled as soon as E3
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Inaugural show will debut later today
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Blizzard has removed the option to buy lucky dip loot boxes with real money from Heroes of the Storm. MOBA Heroes of the Storm currently offers various ways for players to purchase boosts, bundles and Heroes, including three different types of in-game currency: Gold, Gems, and Shards. While all are …
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"The system makes people nicer"
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Grads in Games Awards, Search for a Star and Sumo Digital Rising Star return on April 17th
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The hack-and-slasher's sales looks set to eclipse those of DmC 4
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Gris, Red Dead Redemption II, Into the Breach, and Mountains secure awards, too
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"We are well placed to advance our strategic priorities"
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Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 MCV/DEVELOP "30 Under 30", which will be given the spotlight as part of MCV/DEVELOP #1012, appearing Jan 2027.
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