Aaron McKinley

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It seems Xbox releasing one of its biggest franchises on PS5 was actually a really good idea

1 day ago | gamerant.com | Aaron McKinley

The PS5 release of Forza Horizon 5 earned Xbox over $100 million in revenue. Forza selling well on PS5 signals the potential for other Xbox exclusives to make the switch. Releasing Forza Horizon 5 on the PS5 made Xbox millions, according to a new report. The Forza franchise was an Xbox exclusive for much of its history, but Microsoft decided to bring it to its chief competitor's hardware earlier in 2025 as part of a broader shift away from console exclusivity.
Hollow Knight Silksong Leaker Shares Exciting Update On a Potential Release Date

1 day ago | gamerant.com | Aaron McKinley

Leaker suggests Hollow Knight: Silksong may release before summer 2025 is over. Nate the Hate predicts a potential shadow drop or announcement at upcoming gaming events like the Xbox Showcase on June 8. Speculation continues to increase as fans eagerly await official word from Team Cherry. Hollow Knight: Silksong could release as early as this summer, according to one leaker.
Xbox Game Pass Confirms June 2025 Wave 1 Lineup

2 days ago | gamerant.com | Aaron McKinley

The Xbox Game Pass lineup for Wave 1 of June 2025 includes Baldur's Gate, EA Sports FC 25, and Lost in Random: The Eternal Die. Ultimate subscribers will get exclusive day-one releases like FBC: Firebreak and The Alters. The Xbox Games Showcase will be held on June 8. The Wave 1 Xbox Game Pass lineup for June 2025 is officially here, and it includes some heavy hitters.
Final Fantasy Tactics Collector's Box Makes the Game a Separate Purchase

2 days ago | gamerant.com | Aaron McKinley

Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Collector's Box doesn't include the game itself, requiring fans to purchase it separately. The Collector's Box includes various collectibles like a Ramza Beoulve figurine and three Chocobo plushes. While the Collector's Box has already sold out, fans can still pre-order the game in digital or physical formats.
Rumor: Capcom's Mysterious Sci-Fi Game Could Be Revealed Very Soon

3 days ago | gamerant.com | Aaron McKinley

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Former Star Wars Jedi Director Announces New Action Adventure Game

4 days ago | gamerant.com | Aaron McKinley

Studio led by the former Jedi: Survivor director announces D&D action-adventure game collaboration with Wizards of the Coast. Giant Skull is working on a single-player D&D game for PC and consoles, promising immersive storytelling and heroic combat. Unique choice of single-player adventure in a franchise known for group play, setting it apart from many other D&D video game projects.
Zombie Survival Game from 2022 is Finally Starting to Gain Traction on Steam

5 days ago | gamerant.com | Aaron McKinley

Despite being released in 2022, the zombie survival title SurrounDead recently hit its peak concurrent player count on Steam. SurrounDead hit an all-time player count peak of 4,151 simultaneous players on June 1, 2025. A recent resurgence of interest in zombie media is likely prompting more players to give the game a try. SurrounDead is finally having its moment on Steam, smashing its old peak player count nearly three years after its release.
Smite 2 Studio Hi-Rez Lays Off President and Other Executives

5 days ago | gamerant.com | Aaron McKinley

Hi-Rez Studios laid off its president and other senior managers to address workforce challenges according to Alex Cantatore. Previous layoffs impacted lower-level developers, but this time it's executives that were affected. Cutbacks won't change focus on Smite 2, with regular updates planned despite management changes. Smite 2 developer Hi-Rez Studios has laid off its president and several other people in senior management roles in its latest round of cutbacks.
ARC Raiders Release Date Could Be Sooner Rather Than Later

1 week ago | gamerant.com | Aaron McKinley

A download file for ARC Raiders has appeared on Xbox, potentially hinting that its release is not far off. Embark Studio's upcoming extraction shooter has faced several delays since its initial reveal, and while it still doesn't have a firm release date, it's seeming increasingly likely that it will arrive sooner rather than later. Now, fans think a preload file for ARC Raiders will hit consoles soon.
Rumor: Halo Series Making a Big Announcement Later This Year

1 week ago | gamerant.com | Aaron McKinley

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