Rory Young

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so much love - games/comics/movies - freelance writer/editor since 2008 - he/him - [email protected] - senior writer @GameRant - past managing editor @neoseeker

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Resident Evil | Game Rant

Dec 15, 2023 | gamerant.com | Shinji Mikami |Andrew Heaton |Daniel Boyd |Rory Young |Rafly Gilang

Resident Evil's Next Big Gameplay Shift Could Be Right Under Players' Noses Resident Evil Not Offering Closure on One Legacy Mascot Would Be a Mistake Now 19 Resident Evil Games Ranked By How Long They Take To Beat Resident Evil Remakes Mark a Tried and True Formula for Capcom 25 Genuinely Scary PlayStation 1 Games 6 Darkest Resident Evil Games Resident Evil Continues to Shoulder the Weight of a Genre Trendsetter 5 Classic Characters Resident Evil 9 Can Bring Back That Aren't Chris Redfield 5...
Grand Theft Auto Online

Dec 14, 2023 | gamerant.com | Dominik Bosnjak |Andrew Heaton |Alex Osornio |Rory Young |Rafly Gilang

Grand Theft Auto Online Franchise Grand Theft Auto Platform(s) PS5, PS4, PS3, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PC Released October 1, 2013 Developer(s) Rockstar North Publisher(s) Rockstar Games Genre(s) Open-World, Action ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Mature Humor, Nudity, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content, Use of Drugs and Alcohol GTA Online Update Adds San Andreas Reference GTA Online Update Removes 'Easy Way Out' from Interaction Menu GTA...
Spider-Man 2 Easter Egg May Be Hinting at Daredevil Debut

Oct 27, 2023 | gamerant.com | Rory Young

Insomniac Games hints at Daredevil's potential appearance in upcoming update or DLC for Marvel's Spider-Man 2, adding to the impressive collection of Easter Eggs in its Spider-Man games. The notable Daredevil Easter Egg found in the previous Spider-Man games suggests that Insomniac may continue to introduce new characters, with the possibility of DLC exploring more Marvel characters in Spider-Man 2.
Spider-Man 2 Cut a 'Venomized' Villain

Oct 27, 2023 | gamerant.com | Rory Young

A "Venomized" version of Sandman in Spider-Man 2 was considered and cut, but it could be reconsidered in the future. Venom is a popular character in the Spider-Man universe and plays a significant role in Spider-Man 2, bonding with different hosts. Insomniac Games had the concept of Venomized Sandman, but it didn't pass the concept art stage.
Long-Delayed Skull and Bones Gets Yet Another New Release Window

Oct 26, 2023 | gamerant.com | Rory Young

Ubisoft has provided an updated release window for the long-delayed pirate game Skull and Bones, planning for its launch in the first several months of 2024. The game has faced multiple delays and development issues, but Ubisoft remains dedicated to making it a reality. Ubisoft's cost reduction plan and staff reductions may further impact the development of Skull and Bones and other projects in the future.
Spider-Man 2 Update Addresses Controversy

Oct 26, 2023 | gamerant.com | Rory Young

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 update corrects the use of the incorrect Cuban flag in Miles Morales' home. The patch also fixes other bugs, such as character model swapping and a bright logo on The Amazing 2 Suit. An update for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 has been issued that corrects the inclusion of a Cuban flag in the home of Miles Morales, who is Puerto Rican. Puerto Rican Spider-Man fans were especially disappointed to see the incorrect flag used and questioned how the mistake may have happened.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Reveals New Game for April 2024

Oct 25, 2023 | gamerant.com | Rory Young

Manor Lords, a highly anticipated medieval strategy game, will be released on April 26, 2024, as a Day One Xbox Game Pass Ultimate release for PC users. The early access version of Manor Lords will feature city-building, army management, battles, territory claims, and limited modes and scenarios, with the full launch expected to expand upon these features.
Payday 2 is 10x More Popular Than Payday 3

Oct 25, 2023 | gamerant.com | Rory Young

Payday 3 launched with high initial player numbers but has rapidly dropped due to server, matchmaking, and PC performance issues. The game's daily concurrent player totals are significantly lower than Payday 2's, with Payday 3 reaching just 3,676 players compared to Payday 2's 39,182. Developer Starbreeze has acknowledged the issues and apologized, stating that it is working on updates and the first patch is currently being tested and certified.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Could Be Making a Big Change to Sniper Rifles

Oct 24, 2023 | gamerant.com | Rory Young

Sniper rifles in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 may receive a buff, allowing for more one-shot kills, according to Call of Duty streamer Metaphor's comments. Currently, achieving one-shot kills with sniper rifles in Call of Duty can be frustrating and inconsistent due to various factors like loadout and distance. While no official statement has been made, the return of easier one-shot kills with sniper rifles could be met with both celebration and criticism from Call of Duty fans.
Mortal Kombat 1 Releases New Update That Adds Popular Feature

Oct 24, 2023 | gamerant.com | Rory Young

The latest update for Mortal Kombat 1 introduces the ability to pin moves to the HUD, making it easier for players to execute moves during combat. Accessibility, online play, and monetization have been areas of improvement for fighting games like Mortal Kombat 1, with player feedback influencing development decisions.