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Metal Slug's rare test build shows why its tank became a power-up
A rare location-test build reveals the design decision that made Metal Slug's tank sing.

Crazy Taxi: World Tour's selected-player Xbox test is now live
Selected Xbox Series X|S players can test Crazy Taxi: World Tour's multiplayer until 14 September.

Spyro: A Realm Beyond needs a world worth crossing in full flight
True dragon flight gives the new Spyro a clear design question before Spring 2027.

Planet Zoo 2's Wildlife Reserves could make release feel real
Wildlife Reserves could make Planet Zoo 2's conservation theme tangible.

DON'T NOD warns external funding is needed beyond January 2027
The French studio says external funding is needed beyond January 2027.

Star Wars: Galactic Racer's campaign is the reason to watch before launch
Its runs-based campaign is a more interesting promise than another lap around the galaxy.

Dead Rising's 72-hour clock turned the mall into a schedule
Dead Rising made time management, failure and community route-planning part of a zombie-mall story.

Xbox tests up-to-1440p Remote Play for Alpha Insiders
The sharper Remote Play preview is limited to Xbox Series X|S users in two Alpha Insider rings.

FuturLab cancels an unannounced game as seven employees leave
The PowerWash Simulator developer says seven employees left after a project cancellation.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword gives every counter a job
Capcom's returning samurai series makes its defensive tools feel like a conversation rather than one familiar button.