CD Projekt Red has announced layoffs, further reducing the team working on the multiplayer game Project Sirius, indicating ongoing issues with the next Witcher title.

The popular game 'Crimson Desert' is set to release new downloadable content very soon, with developer Pearl Abyss also planning to introduce multiplayer modes in the future.

An upcoming online multiplayer mod for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is set to launch on August 18, 2026, allowing players to explore the game with friends and introducing new gameplay experiences.

A new report indicates that the development of 'Halo: Campaign Evolved' was fraught with difficulties, which ultimately led to the cancellation of a related multiplayer project.

The article explores how players cope with the inevitable shutdown of their beloved online multiplayer games, a consequence of the high cost of maintaining servers. It highlights the emotional impact on communities, referencing an instance where Halo 3 players stayed online for a final farewell.

The Coalition, developer of 'Gears of War: E-Day,' has announced that the game's multiplayer will not feature a battle pass, responding to current gamer sentiment.

The multiplayer component of the Halo game, which was missing from its current version, is making a significant return, generating excitement among fans.

Sources indicate that a new multiplayer game project at Halo Studios has been scrapped.

The BBC has announced it will broadcast England's World Cup semi-final match against Argentina live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

The massively multiplayer online role-playing game RuneScape has reached its 25th anniversary, evolving into a significant virtual social space and an integral part of daily life for thousands of players. The game continues to host player interactions, including in-game weddings.

A German review discusses 'Yoshi and the Mysterious Book' for the Nintendo Switch 2, praising its blend of jump 'n' run, puzzle, and discovery elements, but noting the lack of a multiplayer mode.

Star Wars is officially back with a significant new crossover event, promising a reimagined favorite with cinematic moments, dynamic events, and multiplayer elements.

The band Ice Nine Kills has teamed up with 'Dead By Daylight' and Tony Hawk for their new single 'Play Dead,' which also sees them integrated into the online horror multiplayer game.

Mothership Games co-founder Brian David-Marshall revealed how their new game, Cataclysm Arcade TCG, aims to provide a deep multiplayer strategy experience from just one booster pack, rejecting 'AI slop'.

Despite being an older title, The Witcher 3 has received a new online update, allowing players to explore the game world with friends.

A fan-created multiplayer mod for Cyberpunk 2077 is allowing players to experience Night City with friends, providing continued engagement until the official sequel is released.

Infinity Ward unveiled the DMZ multiplayer mode for 'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4' during the Xbox Games Showcase 2026. A nearly five-and-a-half-minute trailer provided a first look and revealed the basic story behind the mode.

The massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) AION 2 has announced its global release date for September.

Details regarding the release date, campaign, multiplayer features, and potential Switch 2 compatibility for the upcoming 'Modern Warfare 4' have been confirmed.

Modern Warfare 4 is set to introduce significant multiplayer changes, including ditching bloom and rebuilding traversal, alongside a new Korea setting and a rogue Price storyline, as detailed in hands-on previews. First impressions of the multiplayer suggest it feels like the first truly next-gen Call of Duty, offering Infinity Ward the space to build their envisioned version of the game.

The latest 'LEGO Batman' game allows players to protect Gotham City together, confirming the inclusion of a multiplayer mode.

The "Hogwarts Legacy: Wizard Academy" mod has become a massive success among gamers, transforming the popular game into a long-desired multiplayer experience.

David Vonderhaar, the former multiplayer design director for Call of Duty: Black Ops, has hinted at his next project, an original first-person shooter that he describes as being akin to "If David Lynch Made Shooters."

As development for the Hogwarts Legacy sequel continues, fans are split over potential multiplayer gameplay features, alongside speculation about storylines and release dates.

Google DeepMind has acquired a minority stake in CCP Games, the Icelandic company known for developing the popular massively multiplayer online game 'Eve Online'.

Grand Theft Auto Online, the multiplayer component of GTA 5, is officially set to receive a significant amount of new content and missions.

Rockstar Games is providing a free download for players of Red Dead Redemption 2's multiplayer modes, available for a limited 24-hour period.

A new report highlights incredible 2v2 deathmatch gameplay from a Cyberpunk 2077 multiplayer mod, featuring real player action in Night City maps.

Fans of the Grand Theft Auto series are expressing mixed opinions regarding the possibility of local co-op multiplayer being included in the upcoming GTA 6, as the franchise evolves for newer generations.

The multiplayer, minigame-based Xbox racing game 'Wheelox: Carvival' is now free to claim without a subscription, though its history suggests it might return to a paid title soon.

Fans of Cyberpunk 2077 can now experience multiplayer action through the officially released arcade game, Chrome Rush.

Alan Wake developer Remedy has launched its final update to FBC: Firebreak, its Control multiplayer spinoff which has failed to find much of an audience.

A new multiplayer online shooter from Halo creator Bungie, titled Marathon, is a stylish and merciless video game that transports players to a distant planet embroiled in an endless battle for resources, with high expectations for its success.

Zelda: Twilight Princess was never meant to have any kind of multiplayer support, but modders have made it a hilarious reality.

The BBC Director General has for the first time set out in detail the corporation’s version of events that led to the BAFTA broadcast debacle, while his content chief has told staff “the incident has…

Don't miss your chance to try a free multiplayer demo on Steam, featuring sandbox farming and mining inspired by Stardew Valley and Minecraft.

God of War Sons of Sparta's hidden multiplayer mode has now been made available from the off — though you'll need to enter a secret code to access it.

This cannot be overstated: BAFTA and the BBC failed us all. During the 79th BAFTA Film Awards, host Alan Cumming paused the ceremony to thank the audience for its “understanding” after a series of aud

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 will not include the version of Metal Gear Online featured with the original release of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots.

Amazon Game Studios is returning Western publishing rights for 'Throne and Liberty' and 'Lost Ark' to their respective developers, NC and Smilegate, as the company pivots away from massively multiplayer online games.

A new trend in multiplayer gaming, dubbed 'friendslop', is gaining popularity as players increasingly seek games focused on spending time and interacting with friends rather than competing against strangers.

A new trailer for the CyberMP mod for Cyberpunk 2077 highlights its multiplayer features, promising chaotic gameplay with friends in Night City.

Pocketpair has revealed 'Palworld Online,' a new massively multiplayer online game based on the popular IP, is slated for release later this year with a specific caveat.

Red Dead Redemption 2 is hosting a special 24-hour event, allowing players to access a free download of the popular game, boosting its ongoing multiplayer engagement.

After approximately 10 hours with the Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer beta, initial impressions indicate that Xbox's long-running shooter series is implementing intelligent gameplay modifications.

The BBC is reportedly exploring options to restrict access to its iPlayer streaming service for users who have not paid their television license fee.

Halo: Campaign Evolved has received an official update for its multiplayer mode, following significant controversy surrounding the initial lack of planned PvP modes.

The BBC will broadcast England's World Cup semi-final match against Argentina live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

Halo fans are facing disappointment as Xbox has reportedly quietly canceled the franchise's long-awaited multiplayer return.

Over a decade after its initial release, 'The Witcher 3' is set to receive a new online multiplayer update, allowing players to explore the classic game with friends.

Fans of The Last of Us are eagerly awaiting the release of an unofficial multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part II.

French public broadcaster France Télévisions has joined 'An Hour On Earth,' a four-part natural history series for BBC Two, iPlayer, and PBS, with Fremantle handling distribution.

Dedicated modders have successfully implemented a robust online multiplayer co-op mode into the Resident Evil 4 Remake, enhancing the game's replayability.

South Korea's popular massively multiplayer online role-playing game MapleStory is making its debut on the big screen with the release of its first animated film, 'Dear My Hero,' which follows a new recruit in the Cygnus Knights.

The highly anticipated 'Halo: Campaign Evolved' mod has been officially released and is available for free download for a limited 72-hour period. The mod includes prequel missions and enhancements to the original campaign.

IGN provides a preview of 'The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu,' a cooperative pirate-era horror game that incorporates Lovecraftian themes and sanity-challenging gameplay mechanics.

A list of 30 recommended online multiplayer games is provided for friends looking for new titles to play together.

Take-Two Interactive, parent company of Rockstar Games, has ordered the GTA 5 modding platform Rage:MP to cease operations, leading to its migration to FiveM.

The new BBC Director General announced plans to use data to improve impartiality and stated that the iPlayer platform needs improvement in showcasing the corporation's content.

2K has announced that its brick racing game, Lego 2K Drive, will be delisted from digital storefronts on PC and console starting May 19, 2026, with multiplayer services scheduled to shut down in 2027.

A talented modding group has developed an impressive multiplayer roleplay mod for the game Hogwarts Legacy, receiving praise from gamers.

New details have reportedly leaked regarding "Assassin’s Creed: Invictus," an upcoming multiplayer game in the popular franchise.

The multiplayer suite for the upcoming game Forza Horizon 6 will be known as "Horizon Play," offering features such as spec racing and drift championships.

While The Witcher fans wait patiently for another mainline entry in the form of Witcher 4, people are enjoying multiplayer Witcher 3 now.

The BBC has secured the rights to stream 'The Traitors India' on BBC iPlayer, expanding 'The Traitors' universe after the show's success on Amazon Prime Video.

A new online multiplayer mode has been introduced for the game Skyrim, offering players the opportunity to experience the game in a completely transformed way.

Naughty Dog's standalone multiplayer game set in 'The Last of Us' universe was reportedly 80% finished when the studio decided to cancel the project in 2023.

A new multiplayer mod for the classic game 'Zelda: Ocarina of Time' has been developed, adding a layer of chaotic fun to the already acclaimed title.

Alex Amancio, creator of the new multiplayer horror game Nightholme and former creative director for Assassin's Creed, has revealed 9 minutes of narrated gameplay.

A new review highlights the "Meetup in Bellabel Park" expansion for Super Mario Bros. Wonder, setting a new standard for Nintendo Switch 2 Editions with its frantic fun and multiplayer-focused party games.

‘Human Behaviour’ features in a new trailer for the ambitious title The post Björk “thrilled” to soundtrack new sci-fi multiplayer game ‘SEED’ appeared first on NME.

This classic 2003 multiplayer game is making a nostalgic return, designed to look just like it used to—and you can sign up for the beta now.

Discover 8 brand new free games on Steam that you can download and keep forever. From indie gems to multiplayer hits.

The legendary 90s brand Marathon returns from Bungie, creators of Halo and Destiny, as an extraction multiplayer game where players risk equipment and resources, dividing fan opinion.

BAFTA is moving to correct the record on two fronts after John Davidson’s Tourette’s-related outburst — including the technical question of whether a microphone near his seat may have made the moment more audible — while the BBC faces growing scrutiny over how a racial slur remained in its tape-delayed BAFTA broadcast and on iPlayer. […]

The online multiplayer mod for 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt' has just received a significant update, allowing players to experience the game with friends.

The idea of multiplayer being in Fallout 5 is a bit of a weird one, and gamers are divided over whether it's worth having.

A Screen Rant article criticizes the multiplayer implementation in Animal Crossing: New Horizons and suggests that Pokémon Pokopia offers a model for improvement.

CD Projekt has confirmed layoffs affecting the development team of 'Project Sirius', the codenamed multiplayer spinoff set in 'The Witcher' universe, and has issued a statement regarding the decision.

Pearl Abyss, the developer of the action role-playing game Crimson Desert, has revealed plans to research multiplayer modes and consider potential sequels for the title.

Dataminers have uncovered content suggesting that the multiplayer mode for Call of Duty: World at War was originally intended to feature a significantly larger focus on vehicle combat.

A classic track by the legendary metal band Metallica will be featured in the soundtrack for the upcoming video game 'Gears Of War: E-Day', also appearing in its new multiplayer trailer.

A new and ambitious mod for Skyrim has been released, enabling up to 700 players to explore the game's vast open world simultaneously, creating a unique multiplayer experience.

A new mod called Better Super Mario Sunshine Online introduces a fantastic multiplayer mode to the classic GameCube platformer, offering a fresh experience for players.

The BBC is reportedly open to the idea of restricting access to its iPlayer service for British viewers who do not pay the licence fee, as discussed in an all-staff call.

Fans are reporting that the new PS4 and PS5 port of 'Call of Duty: Black Ops' is 'unplayable' as multiplayer lobbies are overrun with exploiters.

The BBC is in talks with Channel 4 regarding a potential collaboration to combine their streaming services. This move could see Channel 4 content hosted on the BBC's iPlayer platform.

A new free-to-play game has been released, allowing players to manage a prehistoric theme park, interact with dinosaurs, and enjoy multiplayer fun with friends.

Discover how PC users can soon play PlayStation games online without a PlayStation Network subscription, thanks to the shadPS4 emulator and shadNET.

An unofficial multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part II, developed by Specilizer, is set to launch in September, offering a new experience for gamers.

Naughty Dog may have canceled its The Last of Us Part 2 multiplayer project, but Factions fans can now at least have a new PvP mode to look forward to… if they're on PC.

Fremantle's drama series 'The Uniform' is set to return for a second season, exploring issues within the police force and launching on BBC iPlayer and BBC Four in the U.K.

Two years after 'Halo', Paramount+ has quietly released an adaptation of a popular multiplayer game, which is being praised as one of the best video game shows of the decade.

Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, is set to headline the new Mythos Manchester film and TV event, which aims to champion talent in the north of England.

A blockbuster multiplayer game will officially end support for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles starting June 4, signaling a shift towards the current console generation.

Artdock has announced 'Hands Over,' a new multiplayer horror party game for PC that reimagines classic childhood mini-games with a deadly twist.

Sucker Punch Productions, the developer of Ghost of Yotei, has confirmed that its Legends multiplayer mode will not receive any further major updates after April.

Amazon has confirmed the cancellation of its previously announced Lord of the Rings online multiplayer game, while also stating it is developing a "compelling" new Lord of the Rings video game experience.

British bantamweight Francesca Hennessy is set to fight Aurora De Persio in a match that will be broadcast live on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer. The event marks a significant moment for the bantamweight boxer.

Ubisoft recently announced an upcoming Assassin's Creed stage show, expanding the franchise into live entertainment. Concurrently, the company criticized a fan-made, AI-edited image that was circulated as a supposed multiplayer leak, with the fan later admitting to the fabrication.

One of the greatest and most enduring massively multiplayer online games (MMOs) is set to release a new version that will be free for millions of players, increasing its accessibility.

The director of the canceled 'The Last of Us Online' game revealed that former colleagues still praise the project, calling it 'the best multiplayer game they’ve ever played.' The game was ultimately scrapped before release.

Fans of the game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 are reportedly surprised by how well its multiplayer functionality works, addressing previous concerns about its implementation.

An unexpected update for The Witcher 3's online multiplayer project has been released, marking a significant milestone in its development.

The director of The Last of Us multiplayer spinoff revealed he was informed of the game's cancellation only 24 hours before the public announcement, stating the project was 80% complete.

A new free multiplayer mod called HogWarp allows players to experience the magical world of Hogwarts Legacy with friends, enabling cooperative gameplay and chaos.

An upcoming online multiplayer survival RPG called Domynyo is set to release in 2026, promising to combine the post-apocalyptic setting of Fallout with the atmospheric elements of The Last of Us.

A PlayStation 5 shooter game slated for release in 2025 has already announced the shutdown of its multiplayer functionality, raising questions among its player base.

Two missing Doctor Who episodes from six decades ago have been unearthed and are heading to BBC iPlayer.

You'll soon be able to play The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered with friends, thanks to the efforts of an ambitious multiplayer modding team.

Director general Tim Davie also says the BBC is looking into why the ceremony remained on iPlayer.

The BBC has suggested the radical idea of opening up its iPlayer platform to rival public broadcasters, as the corporation seeks to find new ways of compelling millions more people to pay the license…

EXCLUSIVE: BAFTA raised an alarm with the BBC about Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson’s involuntary racial slur during Sunday’s film awards, sparking further questions about how the incident ended…

Sony will conduct a closed playtest for its live-service multiplayer spin-off 'Horizon Hunters Gathering' this weekend on PC and PS5 for PlayStation beta program members.

Nintendo Switch 2; Nintendo This ruthlessly competitive game will have everyone from your granny to semi-pros trying to set fire to their opponent’s side of the court with powered-up ‘fever rackets’ Tennis has been a regular hobby of Mario’s for the past 30 years, beginning with the headache-inducing Mario’s Tennis on the Virtual Boy and most recently resurfacing as the surprisingly complex Mario Tennis Aces on the Switch. Now he’s back in his whites (and reds) with a charming new take on the sport that dials back the difficulty level and adds lots of fun modes and features, aiming to appease complete newcomers and Djokovic-esque veterans. At first, the range of options is almost bewildering. You can opt to play in one-off matches with up to three other players or NPCs, or enter a more structured tournament of singles or doubles play. Then there’s the extremely fun Mix It Up, which offers a range of fun tennis derivatives. These include Forest Court where piranha plants appear and gobble any balls that get close, and Pinball where bumpers and barriers pop up as you play. Trial Towers, meanwhile, presents a tower of increasingly tough tennis challenges which all have to be completed to open the next two buildings; fail more than three times and you’re sent back to the beginning – yes, it’s Mario Tennis: The Roguelike. Continue reading...