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July 10, 2025
Gran Velocita: Real Driving has quietly become one of the better-rated free racing simulators on the App Store, nearly a year after an announcement that got the developer’s name and the launch date wrong. The game now holds a 4. 3 out of 5 rating from 5,761 reviews, and its developer keeps shipping updates. The original …
June 19, 2025
11 Bit Studios has consistently carved out a niche in the indie game space. It began with games like This War of Mine, a grim, narrative-driven adventure that reshaped survival and management genres. Merging tough decisions with managing resources captivated players. They continued this trend with Frostpunk and its sequel, Frostpunk 2, both of which …
December 19, 2024
It’s the final countdown to Christmas, and if you’re still looking for the perfect gift, don’t panic—we’ve got you covered! Game Haunt’s Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide is here to save the day with easy, quick-to-buy options and incredible Boxing Day/Week deals in Canada. Whether you’re shopping for a hardcore gamer, a casual player, or someone who …
September 13, 2024
Color BANG makes its debut at Malaysia’s premier pop culture event, Cos-Mic Expo, and is now officially available in 11 Southeast Asian countries on both Android and i OS platforms. Color BANG, a light competitive territory-coloring mobile game developed by Nomino XGames, is set to make its first appearance in Southeast Asia at the Malaysia Cos-Mic Expo on September …
August 24, 2024
Having now completed the Falling Star Quest License (FSQL), I’m genuinely impressed by both its concept and execution. Initially, I anticipated a typical grind with repetitive tasks leading to yet another exotic weapon skin, similar to what we’ve seen in past content. However, what I encountered was a refreshing and engaging experience that far exceeded …
July 23, 2024
Get ready to level up your gaming experience! Secretlab, the global leader in ergonomic gaming chairs, is thrilled to announce their partnership as the Official Gaming Chair Partner at PGDX 2024. Known for their award-winning chairs that blend cutting-edge technology with exquisite craftsmanship, Secretlab has redefined the gaming seat experience. They’ve earned over 60 Editor’s Choice awards from …
July 4, 2024
Nintendo of Canada has partnered with Code Ninjas to offer coding camps for kids at various locations across the country. These camps will provide children with an opportunity to learn basic coding concepts and apply them to create their very own Mario levels in Super Mario Maker 2 for the Nintendo Switch. The coding camps …
July 4, 2024
Nintendo Switch Online has expanded its library once again, this time adding seven new NES games for subscribers to enjoy. One of the notable additions is “Donkey Kong Jr. Math,” an educational platformer featuring the beloved gorilla from the Donkey Kong series. The full list of newly added titles includes “Cobra Triangle,” “Golf,” “Mach Rider,” …
July 3, 2024
Nintendo has made it clear that it has no immediate plans to incorporate generative AI into its first-party game development. In a recent Q&A session with investors, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa expressed skepticism towards the use of generative AI in video games. While acknowledging the potential creativity that generative AI can bring to game development, …
July 2, 2024
George R. R. Martin, the mastermind behind the iconic “A Song of Ice and Fire” book series, also played a significant role in crafting the lore of the critically acclaimed video game “Elden Ring,” which was named Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2022. Recently, Martin addressed the swirling rumors surrounding the possibility of …
July 2, 2024
Xbox has revealed July’s first batch of new Xbox Game Pass titles. Highlights include Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, Annapurna Interactive’s Flock, Journey to the Savage Planet from the now-defunct Montreal-based Typhoon Studios, and Tchia from Montreal’s Awaceb. Journey to the Savage Planet, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, The Case of the Golden Idol, Cricket 24, Neon …
June 29, 2024
Canadians can now get a decent discount on one of Nintendo’s most beloved games. From June 28th to July 4th, last year’s acclaimed Super Mario RPG will be on sale for $54. 99 (regularly $79. 99) at Game Stop Canada. Nintendo games often don’t drop in price much, if at all, so $25 off for a first-party Switch …
June 28, 2024
The majority of the team at Gameloft Toronto has been laid off, as reported by Games Industry. biz and confirmed by affected employees on Linked In. According to reports, 49 people have lost their jobs, following a previous round of layoffs in April. Only HR, IT, and management positions remain unaffected by the cuts. Gameloft attributed the layoffs …
June 27, 2024
Steam, the popular online gaming platform, has kicked off its annual summer sale with discounts on a wide variety of games. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just looking for a new adventure to delve into this season, there’s something for everyone with these amazing deals. The Steam summer sale features significant price cuts on …
June 27, 2024
When Firewalk Studios unveiled their multiplayer FPS game, Concord, I was skeptical. As someone who isn’t typically drawn to multiplayer games, the idea of another live service title in an oversaturated market didn’t appeal to me. However, after getting a hands-on experience with Concord and learning more about Firewalk’s approach to creating a unique multiplayer …
June 27, 2024
Microsoft has teamed up with Amazon to bring Xbox Cloud Gaming to Amazon Fire TV devices, specifically the Fire TV Stick 4 K Max and Fire TV 4 K models. This collaboration marks the arrival of Xbox Cloud Gaming on one of the most affordable platforms, expanding its reach beyond mobile devices, VR headsets, smart TVs, and …
June 26, 2024
Xbox recently announced that they will be delisting Forza Horizon 4 from the Microsoft Store and Steam digital storefronts on December 15th, 2024. The decision to remove the 2018 open-world racing game is due to expiring licensing agreements with their partners, particularly regarding the use of various car manufacturers’ vehicles within the game. While the …
June 26, 2024
Sony has unveiled the exciting lineup of free games coming to Play Station Plus Essential subscribers in July, with a Canadian touch in the mix. The standout title for the month is NHL 24, developed by EA Vancouver, hailing from Canada. Alongside this hockey gem, players can also enjoy popular titles like Among Us and Borderlands …
June 26, 2024
Sony has revealed the lineup of free games that will be offered to Play Station Plus Essential subscribers in July. Notably, this month’s highlight is NHL 24 from Canada’s own EA Vancouver. The full list of free games includes Among Us, Borderlands 3, and NHL 24, all available for both PS4 and PS5 players. In addition …
June 25, 2024
Sony is reportedly working on bringing PS3 backwards compatibility to the PS5 for select games. This news comes from industry insiders like Jeff Grubb and Shpeshal_Nick, who have a track record of reliable information in the gaming community. While the PS5 currently supports some PS3 titles through the PS Plus game streaming service, the development …
June 25, 2024
Sony is reportedly working on bringing backwards compatibility for PS3 games to the PS5, according to industry insiders. Jeff Grubb from Giant Bomb mentioned on a recent episode of Game Mess Mornings that Sony’s developers have been busy working on native PS3 backwards compatibility for a significant amount of time. Currently, the PS5 only supports …
June 23, 2024
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is finally out, and I love it. The hit game’s DLC was announced in February of 2023, about a year after the official release of Elden Ring. The DLC brings eight new weapon types, 95 new weapons, 10 new shields, 28 new incantations, 20 new spirit ashes, 30 new …
June 23, 2024
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is finally out, and fans of the game are in for a treat with the newly announced DLC. The DLC brings a plethora of new content, including eight new weapon types, 95 new weapons, 10 new shields, 28 new incantations, 20 new spirit ashes, and 30 new armor sets. …
June 22, 2024
Confession time: I’m not big on Dark Souls-esque games, better known as “Soulslikes. ” While I respect the steep difficulty levels and accompanying sense of satisfaction in overcoming them, I generally just don’t enjoy dying over and over again. (Bloodborne is the only one that truly clicked with me; it’s still the GOAT. ) It doesn’t help …