The Biggest Gaming News & Leaks of the Week
Take-Two Interactive’s recent earnings report confirmed Grand Theft Auto 6 remains on track for a fall 2024 release, targeting a launch window between September and December. Additionally, Borderlands 4 is still slated for a late 2024 release. While Borderlands 4 already has two trailers compared to GTA 6’s single reveal, both titles appear to be progressing smoothly
Assassin’s Creed Shadows File Size and Details
The upcoming Assassin’s Creed Shadows will require 132 GB of storage space, as revealed by its Mac App Store listing. This significantly exceeds the initial install sizes of recent entries like Odyssey (46 GB at launch) and Valhalla (47 GB at launch). Creative director Jonathan Dumont clarified that the game’s open world will be comparable in scale to Origins, but the larger file size reflects next-gen optimizations. Actor Mcken Yu (known for Netflix’s One Piece) joins the cast as Genjo, a charismatic thief with a potential romantic subplot and dynamic combat abilities.
Elden Ring: Night Rain Update and Release Speculation
New details for Elden Ring: Night Rain, including a release date, are reportedly set to drop next week. Insider Gaming notes a network test starting February 14th, which could lead to leaks. The expansion, initially announced for 2025, may now target a late May 2024 release. Media previews are expected alongside the official reveal.
Sony State of Play Rumored for February
Multiple sources, including insider NateTheHate, suggest a PlayStation State of Play event is imminent. While rumors point to February 14th, Sony’s history of hosting events on Tuesdays or Thursdays casts doubt on a Valentine’s Day showcase. Anticipated reveals include Death Stranding 2, Elden Ring: Night Rain, and Ghost of Tsushima 2. Hideo Kojima’s recent teasers about editing a trailer further fuel speculation.
Battlefield’s Return to Modern Combat
The next Battlefield installment, developed collaboratively by DICE, Motive, Criterion, and Ripple Effect, marks a return to modern warfare akin to Battlefield 3 and 4. Enhanced destructible environments and a single-player campaign are confirmed, alongside the return of the fan-favorite Portal mode. A pre-alpha “Battlefield Labs” test will allow players to provide feedback ahead of its planned release before April 2026.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard’s Mixed Reception
Despite strong reviews, EA CEO Andrew Wilson stated Dragon Age: The Veilguard failed to reach a broad audience. He emphasized the need for “shared world features” in future titles, sparking debate about the role of live-service elements in narrative-driven RPGs. Originally conceived as a multiplayer project, The Veilguard shifted to single-player at BioWare’s insistence, raising questions about EA’s direction for the franchise.
New Releases and Updates
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 debuted with an 88 Metacritic score and sold over 1 million copies in its first week.
Far Cry: New Dawn received a 60 FPS upgrade for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, alongside a Game Pass addition.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater’s PlayStation Store page leaked an August 28th release date.
Civilization VII launches February 11th, followed by Avowed’s early access for premium buyers on February 13th.
