AEW Fight Forever is a lot of things: nostalgic, rough around the edges, and a little off-kilter. The same could be said of the real-life wrestling promotion, AEW. The game is a perfect representation of all the things that the promotion stands for and delivers an experience that is wholly distinct from the WWE 2K franchise. This was expected as AEW and THQ Nordic brought on Yuke's to develop the game. With Yuke's being the single-most supreme authority on wrestling titles. with their catalogue extending from the late 90s with hits such as New Japan Pro-Wrestling: Toukon Retsuden to stone-cold classics like WWF Smackdown 2! Know Your Role, Here Comes the Pain and arguably the GOAT - WWF No Mercy. 

With Yuke's at the helm, fans were assured that AEW Fight Forever is going to be a throwback in all the right ways. The promotional material for the game seemed to confirm as much and the game is easily one of my personal most anticipated titles of the year. With nearly 20 hours into the game, I can confirm that AEW Fight Forever is boatloads of fun - combining my favourite aspects from the older WWF titles with the signature wacky AEW offerings such as the brutal Exploding Barbed Wire Deathmatch. The gameplay paired with the fantastic AEW roster and signature match types is enough to set the game apart from its peers and offer an alternative to the relatively sanitized affair by 2K and WWE. 

Yuke's does a great job at carrying forward the AEW ethos, with a game that isn't quite satisfied with following a "paint-by-numbers" style. The result is a fun wrestling game that takes cues from Japanese titles more than it does the standard simulation-style games of 2K. Despite all of this, AEW Fight Forever feels like a game that is only a starting point for the developers to build on. While there is a decent enough foundation, there simply isn't a lot of variety or content in the game. 

While AEW Fight Forever is a decent enough time in single-player for an hour or so at a time, everything about the game caters to a couch co-op or multiplayer experience. 

AEW Fight Forever; You're Probably Only Going to be Fighting for About 5 Hours

Gameplay, Roster, and Match Types

For those familiar with the older wrestling titles like Smackdown 2! Know Your Role and Here Comes the Pain, you're going to feel right at home. The characters control almost identically to the older titles, which is going to be a massive shift for newer wrestling game fans. The 2K generation will find some of these controls deeply awkward. For instance, gone is the "R2 to Sprint" as the Sprint is now mapped to a single button press, "Circle" on PlayStation. This removes a certain level of freedom from the movement but doesn't really impede the proceedings in a big way.

The game does a decent job at tutorializing the player to its mechanics, but there are still a ton of gaps in the player's knowledge left even after the brief tutorial. For instance, despite having dropped 15+ hours in the game, I wasn't sure of how the Reversal mechanic worked or why Kenny Omega just kicked out 4 Judas Elbows in a row. While the core gameplay seems ridiculous enough to be fun, it also has a severe case of being shallow. While the 2K games have received a ton of flak over the years for stripping away all the fun of wrestling games, they remain deeply functional and offer players a rather rewarding single-player experience.

Ultimately, AEW Fight Forever seems to me a pretty decent party game for wrestling fans, but even then, the shallow roster doesn't quite make up for the cursory nature of the game's match types and systems.

While AEW Fight Forever is a decent enough time in single-player for an hour or so at a time, everything about the game caters to a couch co-op or multiplayer experience. The game is designed with a strong focus on making it the most fun party, couch co-op wrestling game currently. To that end, AEW Fight Forever is a solid party game that can offer endless hours of pro wrestling fun. This is compounded by the inclusion of mini-games. While there are not many of them, and neither of them is particularly fun - it is still a pretty novel concept that Yuke's could further develop. 

AEW Fight Forever never stops being over-the-top unhinged but there comes a time when players will realize that the game only has so much to offer. My complaints with the game stem from its tendency to throw everything at the player from the moment they get in and then blow the proverbial wad in the next 10 minutes. The game simply does not have much to offer in terms of depth. The match types here are fairly standard, except for the Explosive Barbed Wire Deathmatch, that match truly is pretty non-standard. Despite it being fairly graphic and wholly unhinged, the match type suffers from the same issue as the rest of the game - it is painfully shallow. Apart from whipping the opponent into the eponymous barbed wire every once in a while, the match really isn't much to write home about.

Ultimately, AEW Fight Forever seems to me a pretty decent party game for wrestling fans, but even then, the shallow roster doesn't quite make up for the cursory nature of the game's match types and systems. The roster here is surprisingly small despite the absolutely stacked roster that the wrestling promotion boasts of. This is most likely down to the fact that AEW Fight Forever simply isn't competing with WWE 2K in terms of either budget or production value. Despite the significantly smaller budget, Yuke's and THQ Nordic have developed a pretty fun title that they could build on, title after title. Ultimately, the game falls apart in single-player mode and the "Road to Elite" mode doesn't even begin to cover the players' need for a compelling single-player experience. 

Presentation and Performance

While I never expected AEW Fight Forever to even begin to compete with the WWE 2K games in terms of production value, I was massively surprised to see that I quite prefer Yuke's approach to art style in wrestling games. While 2K might opt for high-fidelity and a wax model look to their characters, AEW Fight Forever chooses to go a slightly more artistic route. Sure, the wrestlers have received flattering animated upgrades, except for Chris Jericho, the Ayatollah has been done extremely dirty. The game ditches any attempt to strive for realism or even fidelity, but somehow, the lighting mixed with the art style creates a much more visually compelling experience.

While that art style was something I could get behind, the lack of any meaningful entrance for each individual wrestler really left a bad taste in my mouth. For pro-wrestling fans, there is possibly nothing quite as important as a good entrance - it receives usually the biggest pops of the night and makes for some truly dramatic spectacle. AEW Fight Forever restricts player entrances to a small 10-second cutscene that has the wrestler come out to their music and pose to the crowd. While it is understandable this was probably down to the budget - it still leaves the pro wrestling nerd in me wanting. 

While there isn't really a "wow" factor to any of the game's proceedings, it also does not falter in any particularly important area of its performance. The game maintains a steady 60 FPS framerate on the PS5 and in my 20 hours in the game, I did not experience any bugs or glitches that could get in the way. This is incredibly impressive for a game on such a budget and given that the developers probably have plans for DLC - this is a good foundation to build on.

AEW Fight Forever: For Marks and Smarks Alike

AEW Fight Forever might be a little rough around the edges and shallow, but its sheer level of earnest commitment to originality and ridiculousness wins you over most of the time. I would recommend the game to anyone who was into wrestling at any given point. The lapsed WWE fans will find some comfort in the fact that this is a game that hearkens back to what I consider to be the Golden Age of wrestling games, taking cues from games such as WWF No Mercy and Here Comes the Pain. While the game doesn't really reach the same heights as those classics, it still makes enough of an impression to perhaps kickstart a new franchise that could rival WWE 2K one day.

AEW Fight Forever is a pretty decent couch multiplayer game and doesn't take itself too seriously and its all the better for it. It is the perfect alternative to the otherwise bland and sanitized offering from WWE 2K. While I wouldn't say the game should be a Day 1 purchase for any wrestling fan, it is still a pretty fun title that could be a great purchase while on sale. 

Review copy provided by THQ Nordic and reviewed on a PlayStation 5. 

Activision Blizzard has confirmed that Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Open Beta was the biggest in the franchise's history through an official X post. The Black Ops 6 Open Beta ended with a massive positive response from gamers, as it showcased various new additions coming to the franchise, including the new movement and human shield features, which were used by players during the beta session.

According to the X post by Activision Blizzard, the Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Open Beta was on top in terms of total players compared to all the past Beta Sessions, alongside maintaining the same ranking in total hours played, playtime per player, and most matches played.

Also read: Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 Live Action Trailer Revealed

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Open Beta Beats Records in Total Players

Treyarch and Raven Software delivered an extremely satisfying experience to gamers with the Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Open Beta last week. Moreover, after the tepid fan response from recent COD titles such as Modern Warfare 3, fans are desperately looking for a refreshing Call of Duty experience from the developers.

It seems the Black Ops 6 Open Beta did exactly that, offering fans new game modes, weapons, a fluid movement style, and a decent campaign to look forward to. The Open Beta lets players enjoy the latest 'omnidirectional movement', where one can sprint, dive, and slide in any direction they desire. This movement style is the newest addition to the franchise, as the previous COD games only focused more on fast and responsive movement towards a singular direction, when in action.

Various fans and content creators have also confirmed that this movement style makes the gameplay much more special and allows for creative moments in intense situations. With the Open Beta over, Call of Duty Black Ops 6 is also ready to bring a brand new campaign set in the early 1990s. Fans can enjoy the story mode with the official release on October 25, 2024. Activision has described the campaign to be a "dynamic and intense spy thriller", highlighting the iconic Black Ops theme from the previous games. Call of Duty Black Ops 6 will be available for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. Moreover, gamers can also catch the game on day one through the PC Xbox Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate.

BGMI is one of the most popular battle royale games in the country. Adding to its popularity are the ample in-game cosmetics, which include gun skins, car skins and costumes. Recently, Krafton has been adding a variety of voice packs of popular BGMI content creators and athletes. All of these can be purchased with the help of the in-game currency, Unknown Cash (UC). Here are all the ways that you can buy UC in BGMI. 

Also Read: How to Buy UC in BGMI? All Methods Explored

How to Buy UC in BGMI with Extra Bonus?

There are multiple ways of buying UC in BGMI. The most common way of purchasing UC is through the game. All you have to do is go to the app, select the UC pack you wish to purchase and then proceed to make payments. If you buy UC from your Android device, this is how much you will have to pay: 

However, if you use an iOS device, your UC will cost: 

Additionally, if the players are looking for some lucrative offers, then they will have to try buying UC from trusted third party apps like the Rooter Shop or Uni Pin. Apps like the Rooter Shop will send the UC directly to your account if you purchase from them. What is more interesting is that you will get a lot of lucrative offers, which include bonuses that are not available in the game. In addition to this, you can also avail more discounts through the app if there is a promotion going on. The Uni Pin app works in the same way. Here are all the things you can buy from UC in BGMI: 

• Outfits
• Treasures
• Parachute skins
• Emotes
• Accessories
• Gun skins
• Vehicle skins

Once you have purchased UC, you can spend it on buying anything in the game. 

Sony officially revealed the PlayStation 5 Pro at their Technical Presentation today. The PlayStation maker did not hold back on their latest console, as the PS5 Pro offers a significant upgrade over the regular console from 2020, and in major ways. The PlayStation 5 Pro advances the console gaming technology with a colossal GPU upgrade, new Ray Tracing improvements, and new AI-driven models to impact video game visuals. Gamers can also achieve a much smoother experience in terms of FPS, as showcased by Mark Cerny, at the PS5 Pro Technical Presentation.

Also read: Sony To Reportedly Launch PlayStation 5 Pro Version In 2024

When is the PlayStation 5 Pro Releasing?

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The PlayStation 5 Pro will be available on November 7, 2024, priced at $699. the console will only come with the adapters, and Dual Shock Controller, as the vertical stand will be sold separately. While the PS5 Pro seems like a considerably expensive option for a console, Sony has promised to deliver a significant upgrade over the previous generations of PlayStations.

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PlayStation 5 Pro Specs

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As the PS5 Pro Technical Presentation concluded, fans have been wondering what will the new console bring hardware-wise. The PS5 Pro specification list includes the 'Big Three', as told by Mark Cerny at the presentation. These include a 45% faster RDNA GPU in the new console, which offers 67% more Compute Units, and 12% faster RAM compared to the regular PlayStation 5. Additionally, the PS5 Pro comes with Advanced Ray Tracing, calculating complex geometric rays at double and triple rates compared to previous hardware.

Lastly, a custom hardware addition has been made to the Pro version of the PlayStation 5 console called PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), which boosts visuals with AI-driven upscaling, while also maintaining solid framerates across resource-heavy titles. According to Sony, The PS5 Pro is easily the most powerful console they have ever made and is a "worthy addition" to the PlayStation family.

Some of the best games that can take advantage of the powerful PS5 Pro technology include Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Final Fantasy XVI, Horizon Forbidden West, The Last of Us Part II, Demon Souls Remake, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Ghost of Tsushima, Gran Turismo 7, Hogwarts Legacy, and Alan Wake 2. The PS5 Pro claims to hold up solid 60 frames per second across all the titles while offering groundbreaking visuals with its Ray Tracing and AI technology. With the official release only a few months away, fans are excited to see what Sony brings to the table.

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Renowned industry leader in the gaming sector, NODWIN Gaming is bringing DreamHack India and Hyderabad Comic Con this year, in November. The organization has announced this in collaboration with Insider, as the country's largest pop culture celebration is set to take place on November 15, 2024, and will conclude on November 17.

NODWIN Gaming acquired Comic Con India earlier this year, promising a massive gathering where fans can indulge in various events and discuss pop culture, as the event spreads its wings across multiple domains such as movies, anime, TV Shows, video games, and much more.

Also read: NODWIN Gaming Acquires Middle East And Turkey-Based Company Ninja Global FZCO

NODWIN Gaming Set to Bring Dream Hack India and Comic Con Soon

NODWIN Gaming's Comic Con events will be held in five cities and will cater to a huge audience of pop culture enthusiasts. The event is often seen as a comfortable space for fans to interact with like-minded individuals. Aside from the display of the pop-culture theme, one can also spot activities such as cosplay competitions, merchandise, and more interactive experiences.

Alongside the return of the Hyderabad Comic Con (HCC), the DreamHack is also making its addition to the event this year. The DreamHack premier gaming event is celebrating its 5th anniversary, adding new elements to the Comic Con. DreamHack India is popular for its fascinating LAN tournaments across various esports competitive games such as Counter-Strike 2 and Valorant. Additionally, it is also known for hosting events, tech expos, and meet-and-greets. Combining the Hyderabad Comic Con with DreamHack, occupants of the venue are looking at an electrifying experience where they get to experience the joy of two separate events at once. DreamHack x Hyderabad Comic Con promises the youth a colossal event this year, following a three-day format that will incorporate various opportunities for fans to explore the pop culture world, in a much interactive fashion.

The gameplay trailer of FAU: G- Domination went live at the FAU-G: Domination World Premiere Event and the pre-registration of the made-in-India game is also going on right now. The Prime Minister had urged the gaming industry to develop a world-class game, and FAU: G- Domination was nCore and Nazara's answer. The game's trailer showcases all the different maps of the game and all the weapons. 

Not just that, the trailer also shows multiple locations and firefights to show the kind of experience Dot9 and nCore Games want to give to their audience. 

Also Read: FAU-G: Domination Pre Registration is Live Now

FAU-G: Domination: Everything You Need To Know Before Launch

The game has been dedicated to Bharat Ke Veer, under the mentorship of actor Akshay Kumar. Furthermore, to extend their support to families of India’s Armed Forces Martyrs, Nazara will donate Rs. 25,00,000 to Bharat Ke Veer. Additionally, the game will showcase specific cosmetic items such as badges, of which 100 per cent of the proceeds will be given to Bharat Ke Veer. 

To make the gaming audience aware of the game, Nazara Publishing has decided to partner with many gaming influencers and give attractive pre-registration bonuses. Talking about the game, Nitish Mittersain, Founder and CEO of Nazara Technologies said: 

We’re delighted to finally showcase FAU-G: Domination and open pre-registrations for the game after a period of public testing that verified what we knew — FAU-G: Domination can address the demand of Indian gamers for locally relevant content. We can’t wait to share more with you on the road to release through our marketing initiatives.

The game goes beyond the realm of just being a genre and aims to raise awareness about India’s defence and military power. For that, NIBE Limited — India’s leading defence manufacturer is acting as the Defence Subject Matter Expert for FAU-G: Domination. Talking about it, Ganesh Nibe, Chairman and Managing Director, NIBE Group said: 

We’re proud to contribute to FAU-G: Domination towards bringing a true-to-life representation of India’s defence efforts to the widest possible audience. The next-generation of the nation are digital natives and FAU-G: Domination gives us a platform to showcase what keeps India safe and secure.

Pre-registration for the game is live right now and the ones who have pre-registered for the event will get attractive rewards like the Beast Collection, which includes a frame, banner, avatar, sticker, spray, and charm, as well as six gun skins: sawed-off shotgun, USP, Scout rifle, M4, Uzi, and Kabar.