Day: July 17, 2026

Mumbai: Fans of Elden Ring have a major cinematic adventure to look forward to, as Bandai Namco and independent studio A24 have officially confirmed the release date for the highly anticipated live-action adaptation. The fantasy epic is scheduled to arrive in theatres on March 3, 2028, bringing the acclaimed video game universe to the big screen. The announcement also includes the film’s principal cast, marking the first major update on a project that has generated considerable excitement since its initial reveal. A Blockbuster Adaptation in the Making Based on the…

Mumbai:  Ubisoft is taking game promotion beyond the digital world with an ambitious real-life treasure hunt inspired by the upcoming Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced. Offering a grand prize valued at approximately $500,000 (around ₹4.8 crore), the challenge combines intricate puzzles, historical clues and pirate lore in what could become one of the most ambitious gaming-themed treasure hunts ever organised. Developed in partnership with Unsolved Hunts, the adventure, titled Gold & Crystal – The Lost Treasure of Edward Kenway, invites participants from around the world to solve a series of…

Mumbai: IO Interactive has achieved a major milestone with 007 First Light, which sold 1.5 million copies within its first 24 hours, making it the fastest-selling game in the Danish studio’s history. The impressive debut surpasses the launch performance of the developer’s acclaimed Hitman series and marks a significant achievement for its first original James Bond title. Released on May 27 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, the action-adventure game has enjoyed a strong start across multiple platforms. A version for the Nintendo Switch 2…

Mumbai: Netflix is continuing its push into interactive entertainment with the launch of Unhinged, a cinematic horror game that transforms a television into a gaming screen while using a smartphone as the controller. Available to Netflix subscribers from June 30, the title has been developed by Night School Studio, the acclaimed developer behind Oxenfree and Oxenfree II: Lost Signals, which joined Netflix through its acquisition of the studio. The release follows the debut of FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, underscoring Netflix’s ambition to evolve beyond streaming films and series into…

New Delhi: Sony has officially announced that it will stop releasing new PlayStation games on physical discs from January 2028, ushering in a fully digital future for its gaming ecosystem. While the move reflects the industry’s rapid shift towards digital distribution, it has sparked mixed reactions among gamers, especially collectors and fans who continue to value physical game ownership. Under the new policy, all PlayStation titles released from January 2028 onwards will be available exclusively through the PlayStation Store or as digital download codes sold by authorised retailers. Games released…