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Nintendo has flipped everyone’s expectations and presented a marvelous idea with the Nintendo Switch. The console has been doing well, sales-wise and it has been showing a lot of third party support. But even with this amount of success some companies like THQ Nordic wish that the system was more technologically powerful.

THQ Nordic is one really odd company by itself, since it’s a rebranding of the name Nordic Games and has been responsible for games such as Darksiders III and Sins Mora EX. There’s obviously the fact that they took the THQ brand of course. The fact that this company was named after what we gamers know as one of the most popular “Failures in Gaming” stories we have ever known.

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THQ, Alive and working around the edges.

However, this isn’t really to tarnish on the name of THQ, more like my personal thoughts on it. In the end, the new CEO of the company Reinhard Pollice said “that the brand[THQ], while known for being about failure. was also known for some great gaming experiences. That’s why we thought it was a popular brand that we should leverage. We’re already more well-known now than Nordic Games was. Nordic Games was a bit of a generic name. They knew the THQ brand, they knew the IPs, and at first there was still some confusion around it because people were like, ‘hey, THQ’s dead’. But we’re a new company, so that was part of the intention behind calling it THQ Nordic rather than just THQ. ”

However, what should be concerning. Specially for Nintendo fans, it’s how in an interview with Gamesindustry.biz, Reinhard revealed that he has been in direct contact with Nintendo in regards of the Switch for over a year. And even while they want to support the hybrid console by the Giant N, they also wish the system was more capable. “We’ve been in touch with [Nintendo] about Switch for more than a year, so we’ve been looking at it for our current line-up and… we look wherever it’s possible. It’s a bit sad that they haven’t gone out with a beefier hardware but it is what it is, so we just have to work our way around it.”

Pollice then went on to say that some titles like Battle Chasers and ELEX would be either a challenge to make run in the Switch. Or just way too demanding for the system to begin with. Which is a sad reality since the specifications of the system really aren’t that much to write home about despite the fact that it’s an impressive and innovative console.

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This isn’t the first company that has presented  these complaints either. Overwatch’s game director, Jeff Kaplan has also mentioned the faults the Switch has to bring the popular shooter to nintendo’s console.

“Getting Overwatch on the Switch is very challenging for us. But we’re always open minded about exploring possible platforms.” Said Kaplan “I think the problem is, we’ve really targeted our min spec in a way that we would have to revisit performance and how to get on that platform. And also, it’s already challenging right now maintaining three platforms and patching simultaneously, which is something that we’ve finally been able to achieve.” Now, his complaints are more regarding the fact that developing games simultaneously is a problem on itself, but the point still stands. The hardware isn’t capable enough to run the games even if they want to,

However, both companies are willing to face up to the challenge and begin the development of their games for the Switch in the future. Which oftenly is a good sign because that means the development is possible, there only needs to be a certain bit of extra work to be put in. As Pollice says: “In the end, video games are all about passion. If people in the company aren’t passionate about something, we just shouldn’t do it. It’s not [a market] where you can just build a product, sell it and it’s good. Nowadays, you have to do way more than just releasing a product – you have to pour all of your heart into it to make it good. That’s what we try to do.”

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Exciting news for gamers! The highly anticipated PS5 game Star Wars Jedi: Survivor will be joining EA Play on Thursday

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Update: It seems that the PS Store may have acted prematurely, as it has now been officially confirmed that Star Wars Jedi: Survivor will be added to EA Play on Thursday, April 25th, 2024. Once the active members are in, they’ll have the opportunity to download and play the complete game.

Original Story: Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, released in 2023, has been added to the EA Play subscription service. This exciting action-adventure game is now available for download and play at no additional cost for active members. While EA has yet to provide any official updates, you can head over to the PS Store and find it listed as “included with EA Play.”

Adding to the mix is the recent announcement of a forthcoming price hike for the subscription, affecting both monthly and yearly payment plans. Starting on May 10th, 2024, the monthly subscription fee will be increased from £3.99 / $4.99 to £5.99 / $5.99. For those who choose the 12-month commitment, the price will be £34.99 / $39.99, which is a £15 / $10 increase.

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In April 2023, the highly anticipated Star Wars Jedi: Survivor made its debut on the PS5. After thoroughly evaluating the game, we are pleased to announce that it has earned an impressive 9/10 rating in our review. We praised the game for its ability to build upon the first installment’s foundations and improve upon every aspect. “The combat is highly enjoyable and provides a plethora of options, while the exploration reaches new heights. The incorporation of Metroidvania elements adds an extra layer of depth, resulting in captivating puzzles and rewarding experiences.”

Click the link to access a comprehensive list of all EA Play games available on PS5 and PS4. Are you planning to give Star Wars Jedi: Survivor a try on the service? We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section.

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Rest assured, the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade, will be available in its original, uncensored form across all regions

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Fear not; for those worried about potential censorship issues with the PS5-exclusive Stellar Blade, set to release on April 26th, Sony has got you covered. ShiftUp, the developer, proudly assures players that the game will maintain its uncensored content across all regions, including Japan.

We have to admit, we didn’t anticipate this as a potential issue or a potential selling point. The main character, Eve, and her revealing costumes have been heavily showcased in the game’s pre-release marketing. Nevertheless, it is pleasing to witness ShiftUp’s evident enthusiasm as their vision prepares to reach the hands of a vast number of players.

Regarding Stellar Blade, Yoko Taro believes it surpasses NieR: Automata, and we were pleased to learn that the game will be considerate of your PS5 storage capacity. The demo is now available for you to try, and it has nearly doubled the daily active users of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This is quite impressive, especially considering it is the game’s first console showing.

Will you be there to experience Stellar Blade on its release day? It’s certainly a relief to witness the game remaining uncensored until the last moment. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Sony is reportedly engaged in discussions to form a partnership for a potential bid on Paramount

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There hasn’t been much buzz lately about any new acquisitions in the world of video game intellectual property. According to a recent report, Sony is currently engaged in discussions with a well-funded partner to potentially acquire the renowned film studio Paramount, along with all the exciting possibilities that come with such a merger.

As reported in the New York Times (thanks, ResetEra), Sony Picture Entertainment is reportedly in discussions with Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, as per two sources familiar with the matter. In the past, Apollo had made an offer to acquire Paramount for a minimum of $26 billion, but their bid was ultimately turned down.

The terms of the joint bid are currently under discussion, and there is a chance that the two parties may decide against making a formal offer. Unnamed sources have revealed that Paramount is currently in exclusive discussions with Skydance, preventing any official offer from being made at this time. Investor opposition to the recent deal that Skydance brought seems to have been significant.

The potential impact of such an acquisition is immense. First and foremost, it would introduce adaptations of Sonic and Halo into the expanding media empire of the PlayStation platform holder. Following the announcement, Paramount’s stock experienced a significant 11% surge in after-hours trading.

What are your thoughts on the news? Is there a possibility of Sony acquiring Paramount? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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