Animal Well creator already has a plan for his next game, but don’t expect a sequel

Animal Well, the first title from Jason ‘dunkey’ Gastrow’s video game publisher Bigmode, has been an undeniable hit, scoring practically perfect reviews across the board. If you’re among those who’ve fallen in love with the game, you’ll be happy to know its creator, Billy Basso, has a second game in the works, but maybe don’t get your hopes up for anAnimal Well 2. Basso recently partook ina Reddit AMA, alongside “business/marketing guy” Dan Adelman, to answer fan questions....

June 8, 2025 · 2 min · 382 words · Gregory Baird

Babylon’s Fall allegedly only had one concurrent player on May 4

TheBabylon’s Fallconcurrent player count continues to drop. The last time we checked into this ongoing tragedy, roughly a month ago,the concurrent player count apparently dropped to less than 10 people. Now things are a bit more dire. According to statistics provided by Steam Charts,Bablyon’s Fallhostedone online playerconcurrently on May 4. Although it’s less clear, apparently at one point near the end of the day on May 8, there were zero concurrent players....

June 8, 2025 · 2 min · 266 words · James Young MD

Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3): Where to find a Night Orchid for Shadowheart

We know that romanceis not a subtle thing inBaldur’s Gate 3, and it doesn’t take much effort or persuasion to become amorously involved with one of your companions. Larian’s idea of courting is just a brief conversation and perhaps a personal favor, which means that even if you don’t pay much attention to that aspect of your journey, you’ll probably still end up in the sack with one or another of your companions....

June 8, 2025 · 2 min · 390 words · Peter Johnson

Best Mesa Prime build in Warframe

Before bringing your frames inWarframeto mid-late game content, you’ll want to figure outa good mod build. These mods completely change how the frame functions, and can skyrocket its potential for helping your team or taking down enemies. One such frame that’s used by a lot of people has a unique build to spec into. Here’s the best build for Mesa Prime inWarframe. The best mods and Arcanes for Mesa Prime in Warframe All of Mesa Prime’s abilities are solid, but her fourth ability, Peacemaker, is easily her best....

June 8, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Stacey Martin

Big news: Gigantic should launch by the end of June

As long as it passes certification Motiga’s free-to-play MOBAGigantichas sort of been in a state of limbo for a while now. A series of beta events started in 2015. Microsoft eventually pulled out as the publisher. The studio suffered layoffs in February 2016 and March 2017 — the most recent one affecting nearly a fifth of the team.Giganticseemed kind of stuck. Finally, there’s light at the end of the tunnel. In adeveloper blog, Motiga reveals thatGiganticis currently scheduled to release by the end of June....

June 8, 2025 · 2 min · 272 words · Lisa Bell

Blizzard confirms Diablo 4 will receive annual expansions

In aninterview with Dexerto,DiabloGeneral Manager Rod Fergusson confirmedDiablo 4would be receiving annual expansions alongside its quarterly seasons. This isn’t exactly shocking news, as beforeDiablo 4had even releasedFergusson revealed two expansions were already in the works. However, it is interesting to note that Blizzard is plans to keep a specific schedule forDiablo 4content releases. This essentially means we’ll get three seasonal-specific updates and an expansion with a new season release each year....

June 8, 2025 · 2 min · 346 words · Sheila Whitehead

Breaking: EA Chicago closing doors? (Update)

Word from reliable industry sources are indicating to Destructoid that EA Chicago (the studio responsible forDef Jam Icons,Fight Night) are closing its doors. Said to be part of the “restructuring” thattore apart Mythiclast month, over 150 employees wait in limbo today as word on whether they will be let go or transfered to another studio are discussed in meetings. Kotakuis reporting similar news, and their source has told them that the forthcomingDef Jam Iconsequel has been canned, with the future of the previously announced Marvel fighter up in the air....

June 8, 2025 · 1 min · 155 words · Darius Griffin

Can you steal the Fortuna in Starfield?

Players who have worked through the Freestar Rangers missions inStarfieldwill come across Marco Graziani, and more specifically his ship: the Fortuna. During the mission On the Run, you will hunt down Marco who is a rich financier up to some pretty preposterous things. His ship is one of a kind, a massive beast with a luxurious interior including defensive turrets. With such a special ship, you’re probably wondering, can you steal the Fortuna inStarfield?...

June 8, 2025 · 2 min · 288 words · Gary Graham

Capcom showcases Rachel in RE: Revelations’ Raid Mode

Rachel, on the scene! Resident Evil: Revelations‘ Raid Mode was on display at PAX East this past weekend and now Capcom has dropped a trailer showing it off for all the world to see. Featuring Rachel,an agent with the anti-bioterrorism taskforce, the video follows her through the title’s new arcade mini-game as she lays the smack down on a variety of terrifying bio-organic weapons. I’m surprised just how wellRevelationshas translated from the 3DS to the big screen....

June 8, 2025 · 1 min · 140 words · Alexander George

Carmen Sandiego caught at last

V.I.L.E. leader brought to justice after 30-year crime spree Carmen Sandiego’s globe-trotting crime spree has finally come to an end, thanks to the diligent efforts of one internet sleuth. That’s what I’d say if this were a news story. What we have here instead is an amusingarticle byTodd Van Lulingabout his attempts to track down the only actress ever to play Carmen in live-action. This took more effort than you might expect, due partly to the PBS show’s obfuscation, and partly to the fact that most of this happened in a pre-internet world....

June 8, 2025 · 2 min · 317 words · David Gomez

Communitoid 003, featuring special guest Changston!

The #1 community manager podcast on Dtoid! Whoa, episode 3 is here! Actually, it’s been here for near a week, but I procrastinate like a lazy piece of shit, so you’re just finding out now. Anyway, enough about how terrible of a person I am, and on to the show! This week is special, as we start featuring guests from the community! This time around we’ve got Changston, who let us know a little about that pesky storm bothering the northeast, gave us an amazingly musical intro, and filled us in about Dtoid Baltimore history....

June 8, 2025 · 1 min · 183 words · Richard Yang

Confirmed: Zune HD will be a portable gaming device

After months of speculation and rumors, a video spotted viaWiredhas finally confirmed that, yes, Microsoft’sZune HDwill be a portable gaming device. The video above states right there in plain Englay at 32 seconds in, “Play games.” A Microsoft representative tells Wired that a handful of titles will be available right from the start when the device launches today.Gizmodoreports some of the first to beProject Gotham Racing: Ferrari Edition, Vans Sk8: Pool ServiceandAudioSurf Tilt....

June 8, 2025 · 1 min · 186 words · Corey Carpenter

Contest: Win a PUBG MOBILE prize pack

Phone tech truly is amazing these days Win aPUBG MOBILEprize pack in today’s contest! Battle royale games give me A TON of anxiety. There are so many people, and so many things going on, that I have a very difficult time keeping track of everything. Small groups and solo play are definitely more my speed. But for all you crazies out there who dig the genre, we’ve got somePUBG MOBILEprize packs to throw your way!...

June 8, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Courtney Vaughn