The Ultimate Gaming News Roundup: Top Highlights from 09/25/23 – 10/01/23
Discover the latest gaming highlights! Unveiling new Mortal Kombat characters, a bittersweet reveal for KOTOR Remake, PlayStation's CEO resigns, Horizon Forbidden West's PC release, and the departure of Bayonetta's creator from Platinum Games Stay updated with this Game Rant recap!
Highlights
Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty DLC launches with a 2.0 update, improving the base game, but fans don't see every improvement the update made.
The teaser for the Knights of the Old Republic remake is removed due to licensed music, leaving fans disappointed.
Jim Ryan, the CEO and President of PlayStation, is stepping down from his position due to travel requirements, marking the end of his distinguished career at Sony.
This week in the gaming industry, there have been some significant developments. Firstly, there have been some departures of prominent figures in big industries. Additionally, Cyberpunk 2077’s Phantom Liberty DLC has been launched with a 2.0 update, providing an improved experience for players. Furthermore, Horizon Forbidden West has announced a surprising port. In this week's recap of gaming news, Game Rant highlights the most noteworthy headlines. Mortal Kombat 1 remains popular after its release, the teaser for the Knights of the Old Republic remake has been removed due to an expired license, and fans are eagerly exploring the world of Lies of P while the speedrunning scene continues to grow. Stay updated with these and other news in the gaming industry.
Mortal Kombat 1’s Ed Boon Teases Future Characters
KOTOR Remake Subtly Shares Some Sad News
The release of Mortal Kombat 1 has ignited discussions within the community about the potential DLC characters that will be included in the game. NetherRealm's Ed Boon has already hinted at the inclusion of iconic characters like Michael Myers and Ghostface.
The Knights of the Old Republic remake from Star Wars has been lacking positive updates recently, and unfortunately, fans were dismayed to learn that its teaser was removed because the license had expired. This setback indicates that the remake is still far from completion.
PlayStation’s CEO and President Stepping Down
Jim Ryan, the CEO and President of PlayStation, who has been a part of the company since 1994, is now resigning due to the demanding travel expectations. However, he leaves behind a remarkably illustrious tenure at Sony.
Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition Announced for PC
PlayStation’s newest port to PC has been announced as the Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition, which bundles the base game with its Burning Shores DLC.
Bayonetta Creator Leaving Platinum Games
Hideki Kamiya, the creator of Bayonetta and Devil May Cry, will allegedly be departing from Platinum Games this month. It remains unclear if this departure signifies a move to another company or what Kamiya's future aspirations will entail during his time away from the studio.
One major change in Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 that Phantom Liberty doesn't benefit from.
Movies & TV
Saw has earned a reputation as an enduringly gruesome and intentionally unsettling series centered around torture. Despite the last few releases being largely disregarded and forgotten, it appears that the franchise has successfully rejuvenated itself in its 10th installment.
Saw X Review
Guides
Lies of P: Complete List of P-Organ Upgrades
Alan Wake 2, as a survival-horror game, takes a fresh approach by utilizing its two main characters to delve into a blend of familiar and novel content. This creates a seamless connection within Remedy's shared IP universe, merging nostalgia with innovation.
Alan Wake 2 Hands-on Preview: Remedy’s Sequel Rewrites the Franchise
