Two Iconic Yakuza Characters Are Coming To Fortnite, It’s Claimed
There have been a lot of Fortnite crossovers rumored and leaked over the last several weeks. Most of the time they turn out to be real including Hatsune Miku, Cyberpunk 2077, and soon Sub-Zero. According to reliable Fortnite leakers, two iconic Yakuza characters will be coming to the battle royale. Kazuma Kiryu and Goro Majima are reportedly coming to Fortnite soon. That is reported by Wenso and Loolo_WRLD on X (Twitter). This leak shouldn’t come as a surprise again since it was reported in November that Fortnite may have collaborations planned with Yakuza and Tekken. The initial report came from reliable Xbox insider Shpeshal_Nick, and its confirmation by other leakers is a positive sign for fans of Yakuza and Fortnite. A release date for the collaboration has not been figured out yet. Epic Games can be unpredictable with their crossovers as they likely have tons to add over the entire year. Are you excited to play as Kazuma Kiryu or Goro Majima in Fortnite?
Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered is now available on PC and Consoles
Crystal Dynamics and Aspyr have officially released Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. The official price for the remastered collection is $29.99. The Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered collection features Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation, Tomb Raider: Chronicles, and Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness. Each of these games is remastered with improved visuals, modern control options, Photo Mode, classic cheat codes, trophies, and achievements. Below are the Key Features: Key Features Enhanced Visuals: Discover remastered visuals that bring new life to environments, characters, and artifacts, with the option to toggle between classic and modern graphics on the fly! New Modern Control Scheme: Choose between new modern controls inspired by later entries in the series for smoother movement and camera capability, or opt for the original tank-style controls. The Return of Photo Mode: Photo Mode is back with all poses from Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft included, along with brand-new ones to commemorate the adventure! Flyby Camera Maker: This new tool empowers players to create their own dynamic, cinematic shots. Map out moving camera paths through any scene, opening up a world of creative possibilities. And So Much More! Enjoy a variety of quality-of-life updates like boss health bars, an ammo counter, cutscene skipper, new animations including ledge hangs and 180-degree turns, and new trophies and achievements* nodding to iconic moments from the series. In 2024, Aspyr and Crystal Dynamics released Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft. In our review, we scored that collection an 8.5 out of 10. That remaster collection delivers a satisfying blend of classic gameplay and modern enhancements, making it a must-play for any fan of the iconic franchise.
Sub-Zero is coming to Fortnite in Chapter 6 Season 2
Fortnite has now done countless crossovers and when you think all ideas have been explored you are proven wrong. Today, Epic Games revealed Mortal Kombat’s Sub-Zero will be joining the Battle Royale as part of Chapter 6 Season 2. Although leaks had surfaced earlier, the announcement was made official today on the Fortnite X account. Sub-Zero is set to be one of the main crossovers in the upcoming season of Fortnite. According to leaks, Scorpion will be available in the Item Shop, while players can earn Sub-Zero through the Battle Pass. It hasn’t been revealed what else will be coming to Fortnite in Chapter 6 Season 2. Recent leaks suggest we will be seeing a Yakuza collaboration soon. Other crossovers that we’ve seen join Fortnite include Hatsune Miku, Cyberpunk 2077, Mariah Carey, and more. Dom Toretto is one of the other rumored crossovers coming to Fortnite in the very near future.
Infinity Nikki is coming to Steam
Infold Games released Infinity Nikki on December 5, 2024, and since it was released it has been a hit on PS5, Mobile, and PC via Epic Games Store. The developer announced today that Infinity Nikki will officially be coming to Steam later this year. While it was playable on PC already, those who prefer the Steam platform haven’t been able to access the game yet. Players can also wishlist Infinity Nikki on Steam now. Since its launch, Infinity Nikki has captivated players worldwide and reached over 20 million downloads. Now with it coming to Steam, Infold Games expected it to reach even more players. Existing players will be able to log in and continue their progress across all platforms. Steam users will have access to the full range of platform features, including achievements, controller support, and social integration. There are milestones to be reached for wishlisting Infinity Nikki on Steam. There will be in-game rewards if it reaches over 100K wishlists on the platform. This should be an easy accomplishment since the game reached 15 million pre-registrations when it was announced last year.
Call of Duty confirms collaboration with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Activision and Treyarch have officially announced the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are coming to Call of Duty soon. On social media this week the official Call of Duty account shared a video that gives us our first look at the Ninja Turtles in Warzone and Black Ops 6. The post on X (Twitter) was titled “COD-A-BUNGA”. No release date for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Call of Duty collaboration has been revealed yet. The video not only gave us a look at the characters but also included the voice acting. While it didn’t show much we do know that Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, and Michelangelo will be joining Call of Duty. Currently, players are enjoying Season 2 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone, which has added new multiplayer maps, modes, weapons, and more. At some point, during Season 2 we should expect to see the iconic turtles be available to purchase as part of a bundle. In other news, it was leaked that Modern Warfare III would have maps from the Halo franchise. This was going to be part of a major collaboration with the flagship Xbox franchise. However, this project was canceled for unknown reasons.
PlayStation 5 has sold 75 million units
Sony announced it has officially sold over 75 million PlayStation 5 consoles worldwide. Sony’s latest financial report also confirmed that 9.5 million units were sold in the fourth quarter that ended on December 31, 2024. PlayStation Networks’ monthly active users were up as well in FY24 Q3 at 129 million compared to 118 million in FY23 Q23. Along with that PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 reached 95.9 million units in software which is a 6.2 million increase from last year. In other Sony related news, the most recent State of Play featured a variety of third-party games including Borderlands 4. The presentation gives us a better idea how developers and publishers view the PlayStation platform. Other games include Days Gone Remastered which will release in April 2025 on PC and PS5. Source: Insider Gaming
Extreme Gear & Sega Characters Confirmed For Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
The Sonic Racing series has been steadily welcomed by players over the course of a decade. The most recent installment – Team Sonic Racing – arrived in 2019 which was met with decent reception. However, the yearn for more in the racing sector for Sonic the Hedgehog still grows as Sonic Team works on its mainline genres. But, revealed at The Game Awards Sonic Team & Sega unveiled Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds. With a straightforward cinematic trailer, it alludes to bridging different places into the new release. And from the PlayStation State of Play this week, we finally got the first official glimpse at the new title in-game. At the same time, we also learned more about what Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will offer fully. Although primarily a kart racing experience, the developer did go on to confirm with PlayStation Blog that there will also be the return of Sonic Riders’ Extreme Gear as well as its most recognized rider, Jet The Hawk. “In Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, not only did we want to introduce the innovative idea of racing through different worlds as you warp through the Travel Rings, but we also wanted anyone who had fun playing our previous Sonic Racing games to really enjoy this title, so we took a lot of elements from those past games and incorporated them,” Takashi Iizuka, Sonic Team creative officer disclosed. “We included the Extreme Gear from the Sonic Riders series as well as the Transform feature from the All-Stars Racing series, making it a great culmination of all the Sonic Racing series games to date. I hope everyone really enjoys Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.” Not only that, there will also be more playable racers alongside cast of the Sonic games as other Sega characters will be featured in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds also. “New worlds await in the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog racing game – Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds – introducing a unique gameplay mechanic transporting the iconic characters from the Sonic and Sega universes into new dimensions. The newest entry to the Sonic Racing series is a Sonic game, driving game, and action game all-in-one that will offer an exciting racing experience across several modes, worlds, and more!” Are you surprised the amount of attention is going into Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds? Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds ships sometime in 2025 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Source: PlayStation Blog
Review: Avowed
Developer – Obsidian Entertainment Publisher – Xbox Game Studios Platforms – PS5, Xbox Series S|X, Nintendo Switch, PC (Reviewed) Review copy given by Publisher Avowed is a first-person fantasy action RPG from Obsidian Entertainment, set in the rich and immersive world of Eora, originally introduced in the Pillars of Eternity series. The game transports players to the Living Lands, a wild and enigmatic island teeming with ancient magic, sentient vegetation, and ever-shifting landscapes filled with hidden secrets. This vibrant yet treacherous frontier sets the stage for an epic journey, where the land itself reacts to the player’s presence. More than just a setting, the Living Lands feels like a living entity, pulsing with arcane energy and an ever-present sense of danger. Players step into the role of an envoy from the Aedyr Empire, dispatched to investigate a strange and unnatural plague spreading across the island. What begins as a mission of duty soon turns into something far more personal, as the land seems to recognize and draw the player toward a greater destiny. Every choice made throughout the adventure carries weight, influencing the fate of the island’s inhabitants, its creatures, and even the player’s own soul. Encounters—whether friend or foe—will test the player’s convictions, shaping the course of the story in profound ways. The island is a sprawling, unpredictable frontier, home to diverse and dynamic environments—each with its own unique ecosystem and perils. From dense, sentient forests where the flora shifts as if it has a will of its own, to jagged mountains and unstable terrain that reshapes itself unpredictably, the Living Lands is a place of constant discovery and danger. Its varied landscapes teem with magical creatures, lost ruins, and remnants of a long-forgotten civilization. Every corner of the island holds a story waiting to be uncovered. As players venture deeper, they’ll encounter the island’s inhabitants, each grappling with the chaos of the plague in their own way. The Living Lands is not just a stage for adventure but a responsive world shaped by the player’s choices. Every decision impacts the land and its people, creating a dynamic and immersive experience. Whether navigating treacherous terrain, battling formidable foes, or uncovering buried truths, the Living Lands will test resolve at every turn. It is a place where adventure and peril intertwine, and where the line between savior and harbinger of destruction is drawn by the player’s own hand. Combat in Avowed is as dynamic and versatile as the Living Lands themselves, offering players a wide array of options to tailor their playstyle. Whether you prefer to charge into battle with a sword and shield, unleash devastating spells from a distance, or strategically pick off enemies with a bow or gun, the game encourages you to mix and match weapons and abilities to suit your approach. This flexibility ensures that every encounter feels fresh and engaging, as you adapt your tactics to the challenges at hand. The combat system is designed to be intuitive yet deep, allowing players to experiment with different combinations of melee, ranged, and magical attacks to create their own unique fighting style. Magic plays a central role in combat, with players able to dig into their grimoire to unleash a variety of spells that can trap, freeze, burn, or otherwise incapacitate enemies. These spells not only deal damage but also offer strategic advantages, such as controlling the battlefield or creating opportunities for follow-up attacks. For those who prefer a more direct approach, melee combat is equally satisfying, with swords and shields allowing you to bash, block, and strike with precision. Shields, in particular, add a layer of tactical depth, enabling you to defend against incoming attacks while setting up counterattacks or creating openings for your allies. Ranged combat is another key pillar of Avowed’s gameplay, with bows and guns providing the ability to attack from a distance and take down enemies before they can close the gap. This is especially useful in the Living Lands, where the diverse environments and ecosystems often demand adaptability. Whether you’re facing off against a towering beast in a dense forest or navigating the unstable terrain of a volcanic region, the ability to switch seamlessly between melee, magic, and ranged attacks ensures that you’re always prepared for whatever the island throws at you. In Avowed, you’ll also come across many companions, companions are more than just allies in battle—they are integral to the story, each bringing their own unique personalities, abilities, and quests to your journey through the Living Lands. These companions come from a diverse spread of species and backgrounds, reflecting the rich tapestry of the world of Eora. Whether it’s a hardened former mercenary with a troubled past or an eccentric wizard whose knowledge of magic is as vast as it is unpredictable, each companion adds depth and complexity to your adventure. They are not just there to fight alongside you but to grow and evolve as characters, shaped by the choices you make and the bonds you form with them. Each companion comes with their own set of unique abilities, making them valuable assets in combat. For example, the former mercenary might excel in close-quarters combat, wielding a massive two-handed sword to cleave through enemies, while the eccentric wizard could unleash powerful spells that manipulate the battlefield, trapping foes in vines or summoning fiery explosions. These abilities can be strategically combined with your own skills, allowing for dynamic and synergistic combat encounters. Whether you need a tank to draw enemy fire, a spellcaster to control the flow of battle, or a ranged specialist to pick off targets from afar, your companions provide the flexibility to adapt to any situation. Beyond their combat prowess, companions in Avowed are deeply tied to the narrative, with their own personal quests and motivations. As you travel through the Living Lands, you’ll have the opportunity to help them confront their pasts, achieve their goals, or overcome their fears. These quests are not just side stories but meaningful arcs that can change the course of their lives—and yours. Your choices
