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Epic Games Store Serves Up Moving Out, Witch It, and Ghostwire: Tokyo for Free

Epic Freebie - Ghostwire Tokyo Feature picture
Epic Freebie - Ghostwire Tokyo Feature picture

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes

Talk about perfect timing – Moving Out just leaving PlayStation Plus, and now it’s landed as a freebie on Epic Games Store. This chaotic furniture-moving simulator, where you can yeet sofas through windows with up to three friends, is available to claim until October 31st.

But the treats don’t stop there. Starting Halloween, Epic is unleashing a spooky double feature running through November 7th. First up is Witch It, a multiplayer hide-and-seek game where witches transform into props while hunters try to track them down. Think classic prop hunt with a magical twist.

The real showstopper, though, is Ghostwire: Tokyo. This supernatural action-adventure from Tango Gameworks drops you into an eerily empty Tokyo, where you’ll face off against yokai using mystical hand gestures. Originally a full-price release, it blends modern urban environments with Japanese folklore in a uniquely atmospheric package.

Epic Freebie - Ghostwire Tokyo Eiffel Tower
Epic Freebie – Ghostwire: Tokyo kinda Eiffel Tower

Don’t sleep on these offers – grab Moving Out before October 31st, then be ready to claim both Witch It and Ghostwire: Tokyo. As always with Epic’s freebies, once they’re in your library, they’re yours to keep. No tricks, just treats.

Call of Duty Black Ops 6: First Take – More Than Just Another CoD

Call Of Duty Black Ops 6 - Feature Picture
Call Of Duty Black Ops 6 - Feature Picture

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes

Looks like Activision finally remembered what made Black Ops cool in the first place. Just dropped into Black Ops 6 on my Xbox, and honestly? This feels different – in a good way.

Remember that “buying CoD is like going back to an abusive ex who swears they changed” meme? Well, this time they might actually mean it. The new spy thriller vibe hits different from the usual “shoot everything that moves” approach. You’re not just another soldier – you’re playing in the shadows with Adler and Woods in this wild 1991 conspiracy involving something called The Pantheon.

The game’s new “omnimovement” system is absolutely nuts – one player already called it “doing Palpatine barrel rolls for kills,” and they’re not wrong. You can literally sprint and shoot in any direction, making you feel like you’re in a John Wick movie rather than a military sim.

Sure, there are some launch day headaches (that launcher interface is a bit of a mess), but the actual gameplay? Smooth as butter on current-gen consoles. The visuals are insane, especially during those slick spy mission sequences. You can go full stealth or guns blazing – your call. There’s this one casino heist mission that’s pure adrenaline.

The campaign is surprisingly meaty too – none of that three-hour nonsense from recent CoDs. Even the zombies mode, though it only has two maps right now, feels solid (though one player hilariously noted they “still felt longer than the whole MW3 campaign”).

Full review coming soon, but for now, I’m actually having a blast. And that’s saying something for a franchise that’s been more hit-or-miss than my multiplayer aim lately.

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 is now available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam – just be ready for some chunky updates(250GB) before you can jump in. Because apparently, that’s still a thing in 2024 and will be likely worse

Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 Has Been Banned In Kuwait

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Feature Picture
Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Feature Picture

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes

With just a few days to go until the release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, IGN announced Activision statement today that players in Kuwait will not be able to play the game. The game has not been allowed to be released in the country located on the northwestern coast of the Persian Gulf. Activision is, therefore, currently canceling all pre-orders and will refund players. “Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has not been approved for release in Kuwait. The game will, therefore, not be available in the region for the time being. As a result, all pre-orders for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will be cancelled in Kuwait and refunded. We remain hopeful that local authorities will reconsider their decision and players in Kuwait will be able to enjoy this all-new experience in the Black Ops series,” reads a statement from Activision.

Call of Duty Black Ops 6
Call of Duty Black Ops 6

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will delve into the Gulf War of the early 1990s when then-Iraqi President Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait with what was then the world’s fourth-largest army and captured it within days. Led by the US, the UK, and Saudi Arabia, a coalition of 42 countries opposed Hussein and a war was launched to liberate Kuwait, which was indeed eventually achieved, but it took many casualties. The game was banned by the authorities, most likely because the conflict occurred during the lifetime of potential players who might not find it pleasant to relive these events.

PlayStation Plus Say Goodbye to Major Titles on November 18, 2024

PlayStation Plus Subscribtion Service Logo
PlayStation Plus Subscribtion Service Logo

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

PlayStation Plus, subscribers, monitor your calendars: a significant lineup of games is leaving on November 18. Among the departures are legends like Red Dead Redemption 2, GTA: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition, and The Sims 4: City Living.

This latest rotation, while disappointing for some, reflects PlayStation Plus’s dynamic content strategy. The service regularly refreshes its library to maintain a vibrant selection of games for its community. It’s worth noting that subscribers who have already downloaded these titles can continue enjoying them as long as they maintain an active subscription.

Another Notable Departures

The removal of Red Dead Redemption 2, which was added to the service in May, is a significant loss for many. This game has truly captivated players with its rich storytelling and incredible attention to detail. Another big departure is the enhanced version of GTA: San Andreas, which modernized the classic 2004 game with better graphics and gameplay. Fans of urban life will also be sad to see The Sims 4: City Living expansion go, as it introduced the fun of apartment living and city adventures to the beloved life simulation game.

Overcooked 2 Leaving PS Plus

Complete List PlayStation Plus Departing Games

1. Red Dead Redemption 2 (PS4)
2. GTA: San Andreas – Definitive Edition (PS4 + PS5)
3. The Sims 4 City Living (PS4)
4. Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen (PS4)
5. Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme VS. Maxiboost ON (PS4)
6. Superliminal (PS4 + PS5)
7. Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising (PS4 + PS5)
8. Klonoa Phantasy Reverie Series (PS4 + PS5)
9. Teardown (PS5)
10. Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 Remix (PS4)
11. Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue (PS4)
12. Kingdom Hearts 3 (PS4)
13. Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory (PS4)
14. Chorus (PS4 + PS5)
15. What Remains of Edith Finch (PS4 + PS5)
16. Overcooked 2 (PS4)
17. Blasphemous (PS4)
18. Moving Out (PS4)

Moving Out Leaving PS Plus
Moving Out Leaving PS Plus

Additional Notable Removals

The Kingdom Hearts series fans will feel the impact particularly hard, with multiple titles from the franchise departing simultaneously. Action RPG fans will also note the removal of Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen, known for its challenging combat and unique boss battles.

The indie game scene isn’t spared, either. The haunting narrative adventure What Remains of Edith Finch, the challenging Metroidvania Blasphemous, and the chaotic co-op game Moving Out are all scheduled for removal. The puzzle game Superliminal, known for its perspective-bending mechanics, will also be leaving the service.

Subscribers still have time to add these games to their libraries before the November 18 deadline. We encourage you to act now and download these titles, as once downloaded, they remain playable with an active PlayStation Plus subscription, even after their removal from the catalog.

Strategist’s Fest on Steam: Huge Deals on Civ6 an Others

Civilization VI
Civilization VI

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes

Civilization VI is down 90%, priced at $5.99 (from $59.99) on Steam. With Civilization VII on the horizon, the previous installment is seeing a steep price drop. Civ VI offers the classic gameplay fans love, with deep strategy and a focus on building and leading a civilization from ancient times to the future.

Europa Universalis IV is available with an 87% discount, now costing $5.20 (down from $39.99). As the fourth in the series, EU4 offers hours of complex strategic gameplay, where players navigate diplomacy, war, and empire-building in the early modern world.

Finally, Kingdom of Two Crowns is a more subtle offering, a 2D medieval city builder with strategic RPG elements. It offers a slower, thoughtful pace, where you build and defend your kingdom in a minimalist but engaging style.