Gaming
Google is shutting down Stadia game development, closes studio
Just 14 months after launch…
Google says it has stopped the internal development of games for its cloud-based game-streaming service, Stadia. It shall now entirely depend on titles from other game developers and publishers. Google has explained that near-term planned games will remain in development, but it will not be investing further in game development.
Announced in a blog post, Google said it had shuttered its Stadia Games & Entertainment (SG&E) in-house studio. The closure of SG&E ends an exciting part of Google’s initial vision for Stadia.
Launched in November 2019, Stadia was supposed to be Google’s attempt to take on the video game console giants like Xbox and PlayStation with a platform of its own. Unlike a usual console, Stadia can be connected to your Android phone or Chromecast to stream games from Google’s cutting-edge servers directly.
The concept eliminates the need for a dedicated console, making it significantly cheaper to enjoy high-end games without equivalent local hardware. While this was supposed to provide Stadia an edge over the others, the pricing came back to haunt the platform.
Unlike a pure streaming service, you had to buy individual titles on Stadia. This lead to a lot of confusion, and the final nail was users also had to pay for a US$ 130 package to get started. After the initial trial periods ended, very few chose to subscribe and continue using the service. A Bloomberg report confirms a former employee stating that Stadia’s initial sales were below expectation.
Gaming
Marvel Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 bundle SEA pricing
Available in Battle Yellow and Adamantium Limited Editions
The first look for the Marvel Wolverine Limited Edition PlayStation 5 Console bundle and accessories have just released.
The console inspired by the raw power of Wolverine and Insomniac’s Battle Reborn suit (Battle Yellow) and claws (Adamantium).
Along with its preview, here are the suggested retail price (SRP) details for markets in Southeast Asia:
PlayStation 5 Digital Edition – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition Bundle
- SG$ 849
- MYR 2,799
- IDR 11,399,000
- THB 20,990
DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition and Adamantium Limited Edition
- SG$ 115
- MYR 419
- IDR 1,549,000
- THB 2,890
- PhP 5,411
- VND 2,399,000
PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro Console Covers – Battle Yellow Limited Edition and Adamantium Limited Edition
- SG$ 101
- MYR 369
- IDR 1,359,000
- THB 2,590
- PhP 4,767 (Battle Yellow only)
- VND 2,099,000 (Battle Yellow only)
The bundle and accessories will be available beginning September 15 in limited quantities. Pre-order will start from August 19 in local retailers, save for the PS5 and PS5 Pro console covers.
In Singapore, DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Adamantium Limited Edition will be available exclusively through select retailer channels in limited quantity.
Marvel’s Wolverine releases on September 15 for PlayStation 5 consoles.
Gaming
Ghost Recon 25th anniversary: Free major Wildlands update, Predator returns, more
Wildlands: Last Rites introduces new mission; Predator update gets 4K/60 FPS support
Ubisoft is celebrating the 25th anniversary of Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon franchise with a free title update to Ghost Recon Wildlands, as well as a return of the fan-favorite Predator event and more.
The major free update, Ghost Recon Wildlands: Last Rites, is now available for free on the following platforms:
- Ubisoft+
- PlayStation 5
- PlayStation 4
- Xbox Series X|S
- Xbox One
- Windows PC (Ubisoft, Epic Games, Steam)
Last Rites features a brand-new standalone mission set in a darker, more oppressive Bolivia. The Ghosts enter a region controlled by Los Penitentes, a fanatical cult united by faith, sacrifice, and violent justice.
Players must hunt down La Llorona, the cult leader, by navigating dangerous swamps and dense forests where visibility is low and danger is lurking.
In addition, the Predator Mission update modernizes the Wildlands experience by adding 60 FPS gameplay and visual upgrades to current-gen consoles and PC.
Players can enjoy smoother combat, improved distance rendering, enhanced lighting and shadows, and a sharper image targeting 4K resolution.
Moreover, players can deeply customize and define their own Ghost Recon experience using extensive gameplay, difficulty, environment, and UI parameters.
They can also adjust enemy behavior, damage values, weapon restrictions, friendly fire, weather, and HUD elements to tailor realism, challenge, and immersion.
Lastly, they can relive the iconic Predator event and take on a deadly extraterrestrial threat, now back once again.
Play Ghost Recon’s iconic titles for free for a limited time
To celebrate the anniversary, players can also jump into three of the franchise’s most iconic titles at no cost.
From August 6 to 10, players can try Ghost Recon Wildlands and Ghost Recon Breakpoint for them to experience the ultimate tactical military shooter.
Meanwhile, Ghost Recon: Future Soldier will be free to redeem on PC via Ubisoft Connect until August 13.
This lets players step into the role of Kozak and Team Hunter in a vision of the future of war.
In September, the Ghost Recon Breakpoint 25th Anniversary Bundle will also be available. This shall include free items such as the M4A1 Tactical Brown, Wolf Enhanced Helmet, and Opheis Mk.II Hunter.
Tides of Annihilation will make its public playable debut at Gamescom 2026.
Developer Eclipse Glow Games announced that attendees can try an extended demo of the upcoming action-adventure game during the event in Cologne, Germany. Players can find the demo at Hall 6, Booth B-050 inside Koelnmesse.
The studio will also reveal a new trailer during Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25, before the show floor opens.
Demo offers more exploration and combat
The Gamescom demo gives players a longer look at Tides of Annihilation. It features branching paths that lead to different exploration routes and combat encounters. Players can also explore key locations and experience several of the game’s biggest set pieces.
“Gamescom will be an incredibly important moment for our team since this will be our first global playtest and we’re excited to see how first-time players experience our game,” said Ary Chen, Game Director and Co-CEO of Eclipse Glow Games.
“The team has poured heart, soul, and maybe even a few tears into developing the game over the last few years, and it’s finally our opportunity to share it with players. We’re looking forward to seeing their reaction.”
Members of the press and content creators can also schedule private hands-on sessions with the development team during the event.
Arthurian-inspired adventure
Tides of Annihilation blends fast-paced action with a Neo-Medieval vision of modern London. The story follows Gwendolyn after an Outworld invasion leaves the city in ruins.
Driven by a mission to save her sister, she travels between a shattered London and the mythical realm of Avalon. Along the way, she uncovers the mystery behind her newfound powers. She must also decide the fate of reality itself.
Eclipse Glow Games is developing Tides of Annihilation for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
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