Monolith Studio Closes, Assassin's Creed Shadows Reveal, Weekly Highlights
This week in gaming has been packed with news, from studio closures to exciting new game reveals. Warner Bros. shut down Monolith Productions, canceling their highly anticipated Wonder Woman game. Meanwhile, Assassin’s Creed Shadows leaked a month before launch, and a stunning new Terminator 2 pixel-art game was announced. Pokémon fans also got a treat with updates on Pokémon Legends: Z-A and more. Let’s dive into the details of what’s happening in the gaming world.
Warner Bros. Closes Monolith Productions
Monolith Productions, the studio behind Middle-earth: Shadow of War, has been shut down by Warner Bros. Games. Their Wonder Woman project, announced in 2021, has also been canceled. This decision follows the underperformance of Suicide Squad and the failed relaunch of MultiVersus.
Call of Duty Admits to Using AI-Generated Assets
After months of speculation, Activision has confirmed that Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 includes AI-generated assets. Fans had suspected this based on the game’s loading screens and calling cards, but the company only recently acknowledged it on the game’s Steam page.
Pokémon Day Presents Showcase Highlights
Pokémon Day brought exciting news for fans, including the reveal of Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the second installment in the Legends subseries. Set in the Kalos region, this game promises a fresh take on the Pokémon formula. Other updates included new card sets for Pokémon TCG Pocket and ranked battles coming in March.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Leaks Early
Physical copies of Assassin’s Creed Shadows have reportedly surfaced a month before its official launch. One player even streamed gameplay online, though no major spoilers have been revealed yet. The game is set to release on March 20.
New Games Coming to Xbox Game Pass
Xbox Game Pass subscribers have a lot to look forward to this year. Microsoft announced a slew of new titles during their ID@Xbox showcase, including first-party games like Doom: The Dark Ages and Fable. These additions make Game Pass an even better deal for gamers.
Terminator 2 Gets a Retro-Inspired Game
Terminator 2D: No Fate, a new side-scrolling game based on Terminator 2: Judgment Day, has been announced. The retro-inspired title looks like a fun throwback for fans of the classic film and will be available soon.
The Sims 4 Update Brings a Weird Bug
A recent update for The Sims 4 introduced a bizarre bug where child characters appear pregnant. Players have been sharing screenshots online, and it’s definitely one of the strangest glitches the game has seen.
Pokémon TCG Pocket Expands with Arceus
The next set for Pokémon TCG Pocket, titled Triumphant Light, features the god Pokémon Arceus. This new expansion has fans excited to collect more cards, especially with ranked battles on the horizon.
11 Hidden Details in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
The first trailers for Pokémon Legends: Z-A revealed several intriguing details. From its urban setting to its departure from the open zones of Pokémon Legends: Arceus, the game looks to offer a unique experience. Fans are already speculating about what’s in store.
Forza Horizon 5’s Controversial PS5 Launch
Forza Horizon 5 is coming to PlayStation 5, but its “early access” is locked behind a special edition. This move has sparked criticism as it feels like publishers are charging extra for what should be standard access.
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