If the information posted by the Twitter account G.O.A.T. GAMING is to be believed, Microsoft might reveal a new game in the Forza Horizon series at the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase scheduled for June 9. The post mentions that "the new Forza is on its way," sparking a wave of anticipation among fans.

Currently, the latest game in the series is Forza Motorsport, which was released in October 2023. Before that, Forza Horizon 5 was released in November 2021. If the new Forza Horizon is indeed announced and released this year, it will mean a three-year gap between releases. This timing is familiar to fans, as previous Forza Horizon games were also released every 2-3 years.

Interest in the new announcement is driven not only by the long wait but also by the high standards set by the previous games in the series. Forza Horizon 5, for instance, was met with great enthusiasm and received high ratings from both critics and players. It was noted for its thrilling races across diverse locations, a rich selection of cars, and realistic graphics. Fans are eagerly awaiting what new features and improvements the next game will offer.

The history of the Forza Horizon series began in 2012, and since then, each new game has brought something unique and innovative. In 2014, Forza Horizon 2 was released, followed by Forza Horizon 3 in 2016, which introduced drift and off-road racing elements to the series. Forza Horizon 4, released in 2018, added changing seasons, significantly altering the gameplay experience.

Thus, each new game in the series not only maintained a high level of quality but also introduced new elements, pushing the boundaries of the racing game genre. If the rumors about Forza Horizon 6 are confirmed, it will be a significant event in the gaming world, and fans will be eagerly awaiting its release.

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With two weeks left before the launch of F1 24, the latest installment in the licensed Formula 1 racing game series, Codemasters answered several questions about the new features and improvements in the game. The answers were provided by Senior Creative Director Lee Mather and Senior Producer Simon Lumb.

The game debuts on May 31 on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S|X. The Champions Edition, priced $20 more than the Standard Edition, grants three days of early access starting May 28.

Lee noted that the community reacted positively to the F1 24 announcement, especially the updates in handling and physics, as well as the new Driver Career. Players who participated in the beta program have already provided feedback on stability, physics, handling, and AI, and adjustments have been made based on this.

The main AI changes involve improving performance with the new physics and car setup model. This will be evident in how the AI brakes and exits corners and in their confidence when racing wheel to wheel. The AI has also improved its management of the updated ERS system, impacting attacks and defenses.

Lee highlighted the new Driver Career as one of the best new features. It allows players to become a world champion or lead a team to the top of the constructors' championship. Significant improvements have been made in car handling and appearance, providing an immersive experience.

Simon reported that F1 24 uses a dynamic diffuse global illumination solution with ray tracing, enhancing lighting and shadows in various conditions, such as bright Monaco or rainy Las Vegas.

Regarding NVIDIA, the Shader Execution Reordering technology will not be available in F1 24 as it did not provide significant benefits in the previous version. Instead, F1 24 will support NVIDIA Frame Generation for performance improvements on 40-series GPUs.

Graphics updates in the VR version include new enhancements if the hardware is powerful enough. F1 24 will support NVIDIA's frame generation technique, but triple-screen support will be limited as in previous versions.

Support for the Turtle Beach Velocity One has been added, and changes in physics will allow players to better feel the car through feedback. Classic cars and tracks are not planned to return soon, as the team focuses on modern races.

Finally, Lee explained that the EGO Engine, on which the game is built, allows the team to make changes and add new technologies effectively, making it the best choice for F1.

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The PC version of Ghost of Tsushima, released on Steam, has seen an impressive start, reaching a peak of 61.4 thousand concurrent players. This makes it one of the largest launches among PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 exclusive ports.

Currently, Ghost of Tsushima has surpassed notable titles such as Horizon: Zero Dawn, Horizon: Forbidden West, The Last of Us Part I, Days Gone, and Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection. Among ports from Sony’s internal studios, the game only trails behind God of War (73.5 thousand) and Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered (66.4 thousand), ranking third. In the overall list of Sony releases, Ghost of Tsushima is fourth, with Helldivers 2 leading at 458.7 thousand concurrent players.

User reviews for the PC version of Ghost of Tsushima are also highly positive. Out of more than 4.7 thousand reviews, 85% are positive, indicating the port’s high quality.

Rumors suggest that the next port from Sony will be God of War: Ragnarok, with an announcement potentially coming this month at the PlayStation Showcase.

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Creative Assembly is reportedly developing a Total War game in the Star Wars universe, as reported by DualShockers. The studio is working on three games, one of which is an official project based on George Lucas's sci-fi films.

The latest game in the series, Total War: Pharaoh, was released in 2023 for Windows. The macOS version was developed by Feral Interactive. Currently, Creative Assembly is preparing a major update for the game, which will expand the map size and add new cultures.

Rumors about Total War: Star Wars first surfaced in 2023 when VGC staff reported it. In addition to Creative Assembly, Respawn Entertainment is also working on a Star Wars strategy project.

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IGN has released the first gameplay demonstration of the action RPG GreedFall 2: The Dying World. The video showcases one of the key innovations in the sequel.

The developer, Spiders Studio, known for its BioWare influences, has introduced a new combat mechanic in GreedFall 2. Moving away from direct confrontations, the developers have implemented strategic real-time battles reminiscent of Dragon Age: Origins.

Players can now pause the battles, assess the situation on the battlefield, and plan actions for each character. After resuming the time, they can watch the events unfold. This system allows for more thoughtful approach to combat strategies and tactics.

GreedFall 2: The Dying World will be available in early access on PC this summer, followed by releases on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

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Ubisoft has unveiled the official cinematic trailer for the highly anticipated game, Assassin's Creed Shadows. Set in late Sengoku period Japan, players will experience the intertwined stories of two protagonists: Naoe, a skilled shinobi from Iga Province, and Yasuke, the legendary African samurai. Together, these characters will uncover their shared destiny, leading them to bring order to a chaotic world.

Assassin's Creed Shadows promises a captivating story where darkness transitions to light, and chaos transforms into purpose. Players can look forward to an engaging narrative that combines historical facts with dynamic gameplay. Ubisoft, known for its original and memorable games, continues to delight fans with new experiences.

Additionally, Ubisoft announced the release of Gold and Ultimate Editions of the game. The Season Pass, available in both editions, allows players to explore new lands and unravel new mysteries. The Ultimate Edition includes additional digital content. By pre-ordering the Gold or Ultimate Editions, players can start the game three days early.

Moreover, Ubisoft introduced the exclusive Collector’s Edition. This most premium offer, available for pre-order in limited quantities, includes the Ultimate Edition with all the digital bonus content and unique physical items, including a dual character statue. Buyers of the Collector’s Edition will also get to start the game three days early.

Ubisoft creates and develops a wide portfolio of games, including popular franchises like Assassin’s Creed, Brawlhalla, For Honor, Far Cry, Just Dance, and many others. The Ubisoft Connect service offers players numerous features to enhance their gaming experience, while the Ubisoft+ subscription provides access to a growing catalog of games and expansions.

The full gameplay reveal of Assassin's Creed Shadows is set for June 2024. Stay tuned for exciting details about this new chapter in the Assassin's Creed saga.

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During a February meeting with investors, Sony Interactive Entertainment Chairman Hiroki Totoki announced that Sony would continue expanding its presence on PC while bolstering its library of first-party studio games. In 2024, the company will release the multiplayer shooter Concord for PlayStation 5 and PC from Firewalk Studios. Totoki noted that despite actively ramping up game production from PlayStation Studios in recent years, the company does not expect revenue growth from first-party studio games in the upcoming fiscal year. Significant revival is anticipated only in the 2025 and 2026 fiscal years.

Sony is focusing on increasing player engagement within the PlayStation ecosystem rather than just simple sales of consoles and games. Totoki explained that during the PlayStation 3 era, sales were the primary success metric, but with the advent of PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, the time users spend on platforms has become more critical. This approach allows PlayStation 4 users to transfer their games to PlayStation 5 without losing progress. Additionally, the company is expanding its activities to mobile platforms, which also contributes to revenue growth.

Sony employee Alana Pearce added that in today's world, gaming companies compete not only with other games but also with social networks and applications like TikTok. The main goal is to retain user attention and increase the time spent in their games and on platforms, helping to boost long-term revenue.

In conclusion, Totoki emphasized that Sony is preparing several projects from its internal studios for release in the coming years, including a potential new Astro Bot game.

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According to dataminers' discoveries, Rockstar Games may soon announce the release of Red Dead Redemption for PC.

Today, users found text lines in the files of the new update for the Rockstar launcher, indicating the existence of a PC version of the game. The message reads: "Embark on a journey across the vast American West and Mexico in Red Dead Redemption and the zombie horror expansion Undead Nightmare, now available on PC."

On May 18, 2024, Red Dead Redemption celebrates its 14th anniversary since its release on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. In August 2023, the game was re-released for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch. The announcement of the PC version might be linked to this date.

There has been no official confirmation from Rockstar Games yet, but the likelihood of an imminent announcement is high.

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Assassin's Creed Shadows, the next installment in the popular series, will not be released on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. This information was confirmed by well-known insider Shinobi602 and other sources. The release is set for November 15, 2024, and the game will be available only on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This marks the first time since 2013 that a mainline game in the franchise will not be released on previous generation consoles.

Ubisoft also announced that Assassin's Creed Shadows will feature a season pass priced at $40, which includes two expansions. Each expansion can be purchased separately for $25. Dataminer Ubisoft_Frax revealed that the game will have an in-game store where real money can be used to purchase Helix currency. The prices for the coins will be as follows: 500 coins for $5, 1050 coins for $10, 2300 coins for $20, 4200 coins for $35, and 6600 coins for $50.

Ubisoft's official Italian YouTube channel confirmed that the first trailer for Assassin's Creed Shadows will be released on May 15. A full gameplay reveal is scheduled for June 10 during the Ubisoft Forward presentation. The game is expected to be released in the fall.

This news confirms Ubisoft's intent to develop new Assassin's Creed games exclusively for modern consoles, starting with Codename Red. Last year's Assassin's Creed Mirage was released on all major platforms except the Nintendo Switch. Ubisoft announced back in 2022 its plans to focus on the current generation of platforms, despite the continued presence of a large user base on previous generation consoles.

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