Category: Video Games

Even after big fixes, the Dead Space remake can stumble on Steam Deck

Dead Space remake on my PC, and the Dead Space remake on my Steam Deck. It’s a belter of a refurb, and for me personally, has been like getting dessert after being forced to finish my Forspoken vegetables. Still, some lingering performance woes on the Deck mean I’m probably going to continue Isaac Clarke’s first and worst job on desktop alone.

To be fair, the remake is playable on Valve’s handheld. It’s not outright broken, despite having been so on launch day, with problems ranging from drastic FPS dips to outright hard crashes. Following some impressively fast work from Valve themselves, focusing on hotfixes for SteamOS’ Proton compatibility software, Dead Space’s Deck performance has become more or less manageable. But worthy of the best Steam Deck games? Nope, nein and non.

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UK Daily Deals: Score Hogwarts Legacy Preorders From Just £43

Hogwarts Legacy is incredibly close to releasing in the UK, and the hype continues to build. The game is now consistently number two on the Steam charts (sitting closely behind the Steam Deck), and is set to have a colossal launch. If you’re looking to preorder the game, or even preorder the deluxe edition to get early access, we’ve collected all the current best Hogwarts Legacy deals in the UK in one easy place.

But that’s not all, as there are plenty of other great UK deals to check out right now, including Horizon Forbidden West for £25, Dead Space Remake for £59.95, Mass Effect Legendary Edition for £12.95, and so much more as well. Check out all the other great discounts just below, and make sure you’re following @IGNUKDeals on Twitter for even more UK deal updates.

TL;DR – My Favourite UK Deals Today

Best Hogwarts Legacy Preorder Deals in the UK

These deals from Green Man Gaming are incredible, and definitely worth considering if you’re getting Hogwarts Legacy on PC or Xbox. This is especially good for those who use Steam, and even better if you’ve got a Steam Deck, as Hogwarts Legacy is confirmed to be Verified at launch.

For just £42.49 you can preorder the game and be ready to play on February 10 (or go for the Deluxe Edition for £50.99 and play on February 7 instead). See here for our final preview of the game.

Best Gaming Deals for PS5, Xbox, and PC Right Now

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Best Random Deals I Love Right Now

These are the best deals that I want to highlight, but can’t necessarily fit anywhere else.

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Save an Extra 20% at eBay Right Now

Quick Links: Browse Lunar New Year Sales Here

Lunar New Year deals are looking pretty great at the moment, and there are a brilliant few sales going on at Xbox, Steam, and Green Man Gaming. My favourite sale is definitely at Green Man Gaming, however, as there are loads of brilliant Steam, Epic, and GOG PC games on offer at a fraction of the original price (my Steam Deck backlog is ready)!

George Orwell Sale Kindle Free Books

These are both relatively short reads, but absolutely worth checking out if you’ve never gotten around to reading them. Both are free on Amazon Kindle right now, so you can read both on the Kindle App on your phone as well.

Elden Ring Art Books Preorders Down to £48.99

It seems that From Software is really onto something with Elden Ring. Not only was it IGN’s Game of the Year 2022, but it’s also been a massive success with fans, selling millions and millions of copies. If you count yourself an Elden Ring fan, you might want to check these out: up for preorder on Amazon right now are volume 1 and volume 2 of the Elden Ring official Art Books. They’re set to publish on July 25, and they’re both on sale for £48.99 (down from the origianl RRP of £53.99).

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How to Watch The Last of Us TV Show in the UK

Whenever a new HBO show comes out, we collectively as a nation go, so how do we watch it? HBO Max is infamously still not available in the UK, so every new HBO original show is normally shown via Sky or NOW (the streaming service owned by Sky).

So, if you want to watch The Last of Us TV series today, you’ll need to sort yourself out a NOW subscription for the next couple of months. Or, if you’re a Sky customer, you should already have access to watch the show right now.

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Xbox All Access from £20.99/Month – 24-Months at 0% Interest (AD)

Here’s the gravy; if you minus the £10.99 you’re paying for Game Pass Ultimate, effectively you’re paying £10/month on the Xbox Series S, or £18/month on the Xbox Series X. Funnily enough, this means you can actually save money on an Xbox Series X|S with Xbox All Access (over the course of the 24-month payments). This is as it’s 0% interest over the 24 months, so you pay just £240 for the Series S (~£10 less than the RRP of £249.99), and £432 for the Series X (~£18 off the RRP for £449.99).

So, if you’re already paying for Game Pass Ultimate monthly, or you were definitely going to sign up for it when buying your console; Xbox All Access does seemingly save you money. (Just remember you are still paying for Game Pass in this deal, and it will still be £20.99/ £28.99 every month, Game Pass Ultimate can’t be removed from the offer).

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Robert Anderson is a deals expert and Commerce Editor for IGN. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter.

Back Scratching Simulator 2023 lets you scratch an itch on Itch

Tie Simulator 2020 so wonderfully weird. As many RPS Treehouse members found out at EGX 2022, it’s a game that sees you holding your keyboard vertically, and pressing buttons to (sort of) tie your tie onscreen. Now, Ludipe’s back with a new co-op sequel called Back Scratching Simulator 2023 where you’re once again doing terrible, but brilliant things with a vertical keyboard.

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Phoebe “Fleabag” Waller-Bridge is writing a Tomb Raider TV show for Amazon

Tomb Raider TV series and a film in development at Amazon. THR reported that the Emmy-winning Fleabag writer Pheobe Waller-Bridge is set to pen (and executive produce) the upcoming show, though there’s no word on who’s attached with the film. THR states that Amazon is looking to “build out a connected world of Tomb Raider, with the video game, TV series and film.” This sounds a little ambitious, considering that Crytal Dynamics’ game is already in production, so we’ll have to wait and see how the adaptations interact with the games.

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Rumour: Kirby’s Return To Dream Land Deluxe Will Reportedly Add New Epilogue

Game launches in just under a month.

Nintendo’s next major title, Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe, is looming in the distance, due for release on the Switch on February 24th, 2023.

We’ve already been treated to a glimpse at the new copy abilities that will be featured in the game, but if an image posted over on reddit is to be believed, it appears that Kirby’s revamped classic will be adding a lot more content than we could have possibly hoped for.

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PlayStation kicks off new year with increased supply of PS5 consoles, new spot

Since the launch of PlayStation 5 just over two years ago, we’ve introduced incredible games like God of War Ragnarök, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Gran Turismo 7, Horizon Forbidden West and Returnal, which showcase the boundless creativity of our development community and the extraordinary experiences they’ve been able to build on our platform.

To all our fans: thank you for your patience as we navigated unprecedented demand for the PS5 console amid global challenges. If you’re looking to purchase a PS5 console, you should now have a much easier time finding one at retailers globally.

For players in the U.S., U.K, France, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, be sure to check direct.playstation.com to purchase a PS5 console, games, and accessories directly from PlayStation. PS5 products are also available at participating retailers globally.

“Live from PS5” highlights immersive game worlds

Today, we are celebrating our PS5 community and inviting more players to join the fun with our new spot, “Live from PS5.” The best games often make us feel as if we are being transported into amazing worlds filled with adventure, riveting action, and memorable moments. With PS5 features like high-fidelity 4K visuals, haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, 3D audio and lightning-fast loading, developers are creating game worlds that feel more immersive than ever. This new spot hints at the breadth of extraordinary experiences taking place in the PS5 universe through the style of a live news channel. See if you can spot all the game references:


PlayStation kicks off new year with increased supply of PS5 consoles, new spot

Keep your eyes peeled on our social channels and this webpage for some fun celebrations of fan-favorite PS5 games over the coming weeks. You might even see content from popular creators on social media, breaking news from within PS5 game worlds.

New PS5 games, accessories and platform features coming in 2023

We are humbled by the support for PS5 from our community and are passionate about growing the best lineup of PlayStation games we’ve ever delivered. Last week, players stepped into the world of Athia in Square Enix’s spellbinding new PS5 exclusive, Forspoken. With more anticipated games coming this year like Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Final Fantasy XVI, Hogwarts Legacy, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Resident Evil 4: Remake and Street Fighter 6, as well as upcoming expansions like Destiny 2: Lightfall and Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores, 2023 is shaping up to be an amazing year for PS5 players.


PlayStation kicks off new year with increased supply of PS5 consoles, new spot

Beyond new games, we’re delighted to continue expanding the PS5 console experience with all-new accessories like the recently-released DualSense Edge wireless controller. On February 22, we will celebrate the beginning of a new VR gaming generation with the launch of PlayStation VR2, featuring more than 30 games in the launch window such as Horizon Call of the Mountain, Gran Turismo 7 and Resident Evil Village.*

Thanks to everyone in our community for your continued passion and support. We’re truly excited for what’s ahead this year and beyond.

*Final launch software lineup subject to change without notice. Gran Turismo 7 will be available on PS VR2 through a free upgrade for PS5 users who have already purchased the game.

Annie Wersching, The Last of Us Game and 24 Actress, Dies at 45

Acclaimed actress Annie Wersching has passed away at the age of 45 after a prolonged battle with cancer.

As reported by Deadline, Wersching was diagnosed with cancer in 2020, yet continued her acting career, appearing in both Star Trek: Picard and The Rookie.

Wersching is best known for her roles as Renee Walker in the show 24, as well as Leslie Dean in Marvel’s Runaways. She is also well-known for her outstanding performance as Tess Servopoulos in the 2013 PlayStation game The Last of Us.

Neil Druckmann, co-creator of The Last of Us, posted on Twitter saying, “Just found out my dear friend, Annie Wersching, passed away. We just lost a beautiful artist and human being. My heart is shattered. Thoughts are with her loved ones.” He also posted a link to a GoFundMe that has been set up for her family.

Wersching is survived by her husband, actor Stephen Full, and her three children: Freddie, Ozzie, and Archie. Her husband also issued the following statement regarding her untimely passing, “There is a cavernous hole in the soul of this family today. But she left us the tools to fill it. She found wonder in the simplest moment. She didn’t require music to dance. She taught us not to wait for adventure to find you. ‘Go find it. It’s everywhere.’”

Matthew Adler is a Commerce, Features, Guides, News, Previews, and Reviews writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @MatthewAdler and watch him stream on Twitch.

New Mario Bros. Movie Footage Shows Off Seth Rogan As Donkey Kong

“You got the cat box!”.

A new 30-second clip from the upcoming Super Mario Bros. Movie has just been released, and it focused on the character of Donkey Kong, voiced by Seth Rogan.

In the clip, we see Mario (voiced by Chris Pratt) drop into an arena filled with ‘Question Mark’ boxes. His first tussle with DK ends with him getting a savage beat-down, but Mario then bumps a box and becomes ‘Cat Mario’ – only to receive further scorn from Donkey Kong, the character he first faced back in 1981.

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WWE Star Zelina Vega Joins Street Fighter 6 as a Commentator

WWE’s annual Royal Rumble event had plenty of exciting moments as wrestling’s biggest superstars fought for a title match spot at this year’s WrestleMania 39. One notable moment was Zelina Vega’s entrance during the women’s event where it was revealed that she will be lending her voice as a guest commentator in the upcoming Street Fighter 6.

Vega’s energetic entrance at the event saw her dressed as Juri Han from Street Fighter. You can watch the entire moment in the WWE tweet below.

Vega is no stranger to cosplay, having dressed up as a number of pop culture icons such as Mortal Kombat’s Kitana and Mileena, Nurse Joy from the Pokemon anime series, Poison Ivy, Harley Quinn, Overwatch’s D.Va, Starlight from The Boys, and many more.

During her Royal Rumble entrance, it was also revealed that she will be a guest commentator in the upcoming Street Fighter 6. This is in addition to a number of FGC commentators like Tasty Steve and James Chen who will spice up the matches with what Capcom is calling its “Real Time Commentary Feature.”

IGN is also excited to announce that Zelina Vega will be at this year’s IGN Fan Fest talking about her participation in Street Fighter 6. IGN Fan Fest will run from Februrary 17-18, beginning at 10:00 AM PT.

Street Fighter 6 is set to release June 2, 2023. For more, check out our closed beta impressions as well as what comes in each edition of the game.

Matthew Adler is a Commerce, Features, Guides, News, Previews, and Reviews writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @MatthewAdler and watch him stream on Twitch.

Feature: Video Game Music That Didn’t Need To Go That Hard

It had no right!

There is a lot of video game music out there that goes hard. By “goes hard” we mean it slaps. By “it slaps” we mean it’s a bop. By “it’s a bop” we mea— forget it. These are tracks that are really good.

In the vast majority of these instances, the tracks match the situation pretty perfectly. A high-stakes moment in the game might be met by tense strings and an ever-rising pitch; action set-pieces might opt for a big brass statement of the main theme to emphasise your heroic movements; chilled-out hubs might provide some lighter tracks on the keys, bringing your pulse down if it’s generally an intense game or letting you fully relax into the world à la Animal Crossing: New Horizons.

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