Valve announces Counter-Strike 2's Season Two, starting January 29, 2025, enhancing rank competition ahead of the June BLAST.tv Austin Major. New features include the map Train, weapon buffs, and VAC 3.0 anti-cheat, promising balanced and fair gameplay.

Zach Cregger is set to write and direct a new Resident Evil movie, sparking a bidding war among major studios. The reboot, staying true to the games, has generated significant interest due to Cregger's horror credentials.

Microsoft's gaming CEO Phil Spencer praised Nintendo's new Switch 2, highlighting its larger screen and innovation in the gaming industry. Xbox plans to expand its multiplatform strategy, preparing several titles for the Switch 2, including Call of Duty and Xbox hits like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.

Stardew Valley, a hit indie game since 2016, has surpassed 41 million copies sold, solidifying Eric Barone's reputation as a top game developer. He remains committed to updates, while focusing on his next project, Haunted Chocolatier, yet emphasizes quality and community engagement in all his work.

Nvidia's new RTX 50-series graphics cards were revealed at CES 2025, showcasing DLSS 4 technology that elevates gaming visuals and performance. Leveraging a Transformer AI model, DLSS 4 enhances ray reconstruction and frame rates, promising better gaming experiences on lower-end GPUs.

Sony is poised to launch the PlayStation 6 in November 2027, maintaining its seven-year console release cycle since the PS5's debut in 2020. Advanced features like 8K gaming and enhanced VR support are anticipated, with the PS6 expected to leverage cutting-edge AMD technology.

Pocketpair has launched Pocketpair Publishing, venturing into game publishing after Palworld's monumental success with 15 million copies sold in its first month. The initiative aims to support indie developers with funding and flexible publishing assistance, starting with a horror game collaboration with Surgent Studios.

Xbox plans to expand its game portfolio to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch, starting with titles like Sea of Thieves and Grounded. This move aligns with Xbox's strategy to reach a broader audience, while supporting Nintendo's new Switch 2 with future releases.

DreamHack Dallas will determine two top teams for the Challengers Finals and Esports World Cup. The event, featuring a $100,000 prize pool, also hosts the Call of Duty League Major IV.

Sony is addressing performance issues with the PlayStation 5 Pro, which launched in November 2024, to enhance user experience. Despite these challenges, sales remain strong, comparable to the PS4 Pro.

Marvel Rivals, launched on December 25, 2024, is rapidly outpacing Overwatch with engaging features and events. Its Lunar New Year Event has captivated players, while Overwatch struggles to regain its charm.

TFT kicks off its Lunar Festival event today, unveiling a new Event Pass alongside a game mode, "Set Revival: Festival of Beasts." Running until March 31, the event features exclusive rewards and nostalgic gameplay.

EA ramps up playtesting for the next Battlefield game, rumored to be Battlefield 6, aiming to address criticisms after Battlefield 2042's poor reception. CEO Andrew Wilson highlights the game as a top priority, with frequent external playtests gathering extensive feedback.

Fifakill highlights a critical bug in Warzone's Ranked SR system, where losses impact players heavily compared to minimal gains from wins. This imbalance, coupled with unresolved entry fee issues, undermines player morale ahead of Season 2, with Activision yet to respond.

Valve has delayed the CS2 Premier Season 2 update to prioritize testing a new anti-cheat system. The move reflects the company's commitment to enhancing gameplay integrity amid recent ban waves.

The 'Create in India Challenge' is boosting gaming innovation across India with over 5,496 participants from 446 cities already registered. Organized by GDAI and KGeN, this initiative extends its registration deadline to February 1, 2025.

Stardew Valley's developer, ConcernedApe, commits to supporting the game potentially for 50 years, even as he develops Haunted Chocolatier. Despite limited details on the new project, fans remain patient.

Valve has launched CS2 Premier Season 2 today, ending Season 1 and introducing significant gameplay changes. Players have a day of downtime for CS rating recalibration based on past performance.

Lords of the Fallen received a major update in January 2025, enhancing online connectivity and gameplay smoothness. Developer Hexworks continues to refine the action RPG, setting the stage for a sequel in 2026.