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The Game Awards 2025: Clair Obscur sweeps, big reveals and trailers roundup The Game Awards 2025 crowned Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as Game of the Year and a record‑breaking winner, taking home more nominations and awards than any title in the show's history. The ceremony also delivered a heavy slate of new trailers, release dates and updates from major studios across the industry. Highlights from the show ranged from indie triumphs to blockbuster reveals. Alongside Clair Obscur’s sweep, audiences saw new footage and announcements for both established franchises and fresh projects — many of which will shape 2026 and beyond for players and developers alike. Major winners Game of the Year: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Best Game Direction / Narrative / Art / Score / Best RPG / Best Debut…

Housemarque delays Saros to April 30 — pre-orders now open Housemarque announced at The Game Awards that Saros has been pushed from its planned March release to April 30. The delay is short, and pre-orders are already available. Actor Rahul Kohli appeared to introduce the new trailer, which highlights the game’s sunlit, Carcosa-inspired aesthetic and hints at story and characters. Housemarque — known for Resogun and Returnal — continues to refine Saros’ blend of fast-paced action and atmospheric worldbuilding. The latest trailer expands on the game’s environments, enemies and cast, giving players a clearer sense of tone ahead of launch. Quick facts New release date: April 30 (moved from March). Pre-orders: Open now. Trailer: Introduced at The Game Awards by Rahul Kohli; showcases Carcosa’s golden/solar visuals. Developer: Housemarque (Resogun, Returnal).…

Tomb Raider returns: Legacy of Atlantis (2026) and Catalyst (2027) announced Amazon Game Studios revealed at The Game Awards that Lara Croft is coming back in two new Tomb Raider titles. Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis will reimagine one of Lara’s early adventures and is scheduled for release in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC. Tomb Raider: Catalyst, developed by Crystal Dynamics, will follow in 2027 as a new entry that takes Lara to Northern India after a mythical cataclysm. Legacy of Atlantis is a remake effort built in Unreal Engine 5 and appears to lean into classic Tomb Raider setpieces — yes, dinosaurs were hinted at in the reveal. Catalyst promises a new narrative arc and competitive treasure‑hunting elements as Lara faces rival hunters in a…

Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight lands May 29, 2026 — pre-orders open TT Games and Warner Bros. Games revealed that Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will release on May 29, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Steam and the Epic Games Store. The base game is priced at $70 and pre-orders opened on December 11. The trailer, shown at The Game Awards, highlights a large playable roster — Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl and Catwoman — and a gallery of iconic villains including The Joker, Two‑Face, Poison Ivy, Mr. Freeze, The Penguin and Bane. As with many Lego titles, expect a mix of puzzle platforming, cooperative gameplay and character‑based abilities. Quick facts Release date: May 29, 2026 Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Steam, Epic Games Store Price:…

Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic — new action RPG from Casey Hudson The Game Awards opened with the surprise reveal of Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, a new action role‑playing game directed by Casey Hudson, best known for his work leading BioWare on Mass Effect and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. The trailer is primarily cinematic, but the announcement itself — and Hudson’s involvement — is a big moment for fans of narrative RPGs. The project is being developed with Arcanaut Studios and is billed as “an epic interactive adventure across a galaxy on the brink of rebirth where every decision shapes your path towards light or darkness.” Early impressions from the trailer suggest a Mass Effect‑style emphasis on player choice applied to a…

Pragmata finally has a release date: April 24, 2026 (demo out now on Steam) Capcom announced that Pragmata — the studio’s long‑delayed sci‑fi action title — will launch on April 24, 2026 for Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch 2. Fans can get an early taste today: a gameplay demo is available on Steam, with console demos to follow later. First revealed in 2020 and originally slated for 2022, Pragmata experienced multiple delays before this official release window. The extra development time may have helped Capcom polish the game and refine its systems before committing to a launch date. Premise and gameplay Setting: A dystopian near‑future where two protagonists must escape a lunar research facility overrun by hostile robots. Characters: Hugh Williams, an armored ground fighter, and…

Carl Rinsch found guilty of defrauding Netflix after diverting production funds A jury has found director Carl Rinsch guilty on seven counts related to defrauding Netflix after he allegedly diverted roughly $11 million in requested funds and later spent profits from risky investments on luxury purchases instead of completing the series he had been hired to produce. Rinsch pitched and partially produced a sci‑fi series (originally titled White Horse / later Conquest) and secured Netflix rights in a deal worth more than $61 million. Prosecutors say he spent $44 million of Netflix money on production, then requested an additional $11 million — funds he later transferred to personal accounts and used for stock and cryptocurrency trading, and lavish spending. Timeline & key facts Netflix purchased rights for the series for…

WhatsApp adds “Missed Call Messages” — an answering‑machine for voice & video calls WhatsApp has introduced a new feature called “Missed Call Messages” (an alternative to the classical answering‑machine) designed to make voice and video communication easier when calls are missed. The feature lets callers record or send a short message if their call isn’t answered, so the recipient can catch up later — a handy addition for busy periods like the holidays. The tool is intended for both voice and video chats and aims to reduce the friction of missed calls by providing an immediate way to share important info without needing a separate voicemail system. WhatsApp says the feature will roll out to users in upcoming updates; make sure your app is updated to access it when it…

O2 Germany launches AI ‘grandma’ Hilde — criticized for tone and execution Telefónica’s UK experiment with an AI "grandma" called Daisy drew attention last year, and now O2 Germany has introduced its own version named Hilde. The idea — an AI persona that embodies a warm, grandmotherly voice — is meant to make AI interaction friendlier, but Hilde’s debut has prompted criticism that the execution is neither funny nor well judged. Critics say Hilde feels tone‑deaf and risks trivializing sensitive contexts where a human voice or personal interaction matters. Observers also point out the marketing risk: using an elderly archetype for light entertainment can come across as patronizing rather than endearing, especially if the persona is used for promotions or automated customer interactions. Key issues raised Tonal mismatch: Reviewers argue…

Grab the Anker MagGo 10K power bank — now $60 (34% off) Travelers: a reliable portable charger is one of the best accessories you can bring on holiday trips. Right now the Anker MagGo 10K — one of our top MagSafe power bank picks — is on sale for $60, down from $90. That’s a 34% discount and within $5 of its all-time low. The MagGo is Qi2-certified and can deliver about 1.7 full charges to an iPhone 15, taking a phone from roughly 5% to 60% in about 45 minutes. The integrated stand is handy for using your phone while it charges, and overall it’s one of the most convenient MagSafe power banks available. Other MagSafe power bank deals Baseus Picogo 25W: $53 (24% off) Ugreen MagFlow 10,000mAh 25W:…