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Skull And Bones Returns This Thursday In A New Ubisoft Forward

… The long-delayed pirate multiplayer game is coming back and we'll get a look at its new design soon. … Skull And Bones Returns This Thursday In A New …

by Andrew Reiner on Jul 05, 2022 at 2:50 PM

Exclusive Interview

The Callisto Protocol Exclusive Combat Deep Dive

… We sit down with developer Striking Distance Studios' design director to take a deep dive into the exciting horror game's many gameplay systems … The Callisto Protocol …

by Game Informer Editorial on Jun 21, 2022 at 11:07 AM

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Microsoft Reveals ‘Curated Demos’ Program For Game Pass Members, New Xbox Design Lab Colors

… next year. … Microsoft Reveals ‘Curated Demos’ Program For Game Pass Members, New Xbox Design Lab Colors …

by Wesley LeBlanc on Jun 09, 2022 at 9:32 AM

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Xbox Celebrates Pride Month With New Controller Design And Donations To Charity

… The design is available throughout the month of June. … Xbox Celebrates Pride Month With New Controller Design And Donations To Charity …

by Game Informer Editorial on Jun 01, 2022 at 6:30 PM

News

Scrapped 'Ugly Sonic' Movie Design Makes Cameo In 'Chip 'n Dale' Disney+ Movie

… shot at movie stardom? … Scrapped 'Ugly Sonic' Movie Design Makes Cameo In 'Chip 'n Dale' Disney+ Movie …

by Game Informer Editorial on May 20, 2022 at 6:45 PM

The Game Awards 2021

Play As The Big Reaper Himself In Newly Revealed Have A Nice Death

by Jill Grodt on Dec 09, 2021 at 7:02 PM

News

Halo Infinite Design Lead Says Multiplayer Progression Is Top Priority

… said he feels everyone's progression pain. … Halo Infinite Design Lead Says Multiplayer Progression Is Top Priority …

by Wesley LeBlanc on Nov 29, 2021 at 8:41 AM

Video Essay

How Deathloop Works: Breaking Down Arkane's Brilliant Game Design

… How Deathloop Works: Breaking Down Arkane's Brilliant Game Design … Our latest video essay breaks down the game design behind one of 2021's biggest releases. … How …

by Alex Van Aken on Dec 14, 2021 at 11:59 AM

Review

Animal Well Review – A Masterclass In Environmental Design

… undivided attention. … A Masterclass In Environmental Design …

by Game Informer Editorial on May 09, 2024 at 8:00 AM

Review

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Review – An Old Star Rises

… Hundred Heroes adheres a bit too closely to outdated design conventions, but the strength of its writing and …

by Game Informer Editorial on Apr 21, 2024 at 10:00 AM

News

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes And More Assemble On Xbox Game Pass This Month

… Chronicle: Hundred Heroes And More Assemble On Xbox Game Pass This Month …

by Marcus Stewart on Apr 16, 2024 at 12:45 PM

Review

Penny's Big Breakaway Review – A Swinging Pendulum

… Evening Star clearly knows how to design a fantastic 3D platformer, but some important issues drag down an otherwise strong game. … A Swinging Pendulum …

by Brian Shea on Mar 07, 2024 at 2:26 PM

exclusive

A Deep Dive Into BioWare's Companion Design Philosophy In Dragon Age: The Veilguard

… series' best yet. … A Deep Dive Into BioWare's Companion Design Philosophy In Dragon Age: The Veilguard …

by Wesley LeBlanc on Jul 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM

Review

Minishoot' Adventures Review – A Link Between Genres

… genres with outstanding gameplay and thoughtful level design to deliver one of the best games I've played all year. …

by Brian Shea on May 30, 2024 at 10:42 AM

Feature

What I Learned Designing My Thesis Game

… What I Learned Designing My Thesis Game … How a vertical slice taught me to be trusting, … and playful. … What I Learned Designing My Thesis Game …

by Game Informer Editorial on Jan 02, 2023 at 4:00 PM

game culture

Silent Hill Recreated In Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Because Why Not?

… While we don't have a new Silent Hill game announcement to share, one Animal Crossing fan put their …

by Liana Ruppert on Oct 12, 2020 at 9:05 AM

News

Diablo 4 Design Lead, Joe Shely, Promoted To Game Director

… Diablo 4's design lead, Joe Shely, has been promoted to game director … and will now lead development on Diablo 4. … Diablo 4 Design Lead, Joe Shely, Promoted To Game Director …

by Wesley LeBlanc on Oct 08, 2021 at 8:29 AM

Review

Hot Wheels Unleashed Review – Simple, Satisfying Speed

… … These tiny toy cars pack a big punch in this new racing game, in which excellent course design and a powerful sense of speed add up to a thrilling …

by Matt Miller on Oct 01, 2021 at 5:37 PM

Review

Nier Replicant Review – New Blood, Old Veins

… mechanics help make up for its old-fashioned quest design and empty world. … Nier Replicant Review – New Blood, …

by Game Informer Editorial on Apr 22, 2021 at 7:01 AM

Preview

Drakengard 3 Director Shares Design Philosophy Through Puppet

by Kyle Hilliard on May 20, 2014 at 10:19 AM