Author: Alex Van Aken

[ad_1] In this exclusive behind-the-scenes interview, lead composer Yoshiya Terayama gives us an inside look at the making of Ninja Pop Star, newcomer Kimberly’s character theme in Street Fighter 6, at Capcom’s headquarters in Osaka, Japan. Terayama, member of Capcom’s in-house band, shows off the individual instruments that comprise Kimberly’s music, the process of revising a track based…

[ad_1] As part of our exclusive Street Fighter 6 cover story, we’re showing off high-level developer matches captured by Capcom’s Fighting Team. These matches feature some of the company’s best players competing in head-to-head battles with Ken, Ryu, Luke, and Jamie. Are you taking notes yet? I am. If you enjoy this video, be sure…

[ad_1] In this week’s episode of The Game Informer Show, the crew shares exclusive details from our latest magazine cover story on Bayonetta 3, including Marcus Stewart’s hands-on impressions, a focus on the sequel’s larger-than-life villains, and newcomer protagonist, Viola. During The Playlist, we break down our Overwatch 2 review and chat about our hands-on Gotham Knights…

[ad_1] In this week’s episode of The Game Informer Show, special guest Brenden Groom from the Pass The Controller Podcast joins us to chat about our Shovel Knight Dig review impressions, E3 returning next June as a segmented business and consumer show, and finally, whether or not HBO’s The Last Of Us needs to differentiate itself from the games.  Follow us on…

[ad_1] Overwatch 2 introduces a bevy of new characters, maps, and modes when it launches early next week. However, the most significant change arriving alongside the sequel’s new free-to-play format is a Battle Pass. The pass’ free track allows players to unlock a new support character named Kiriko, while its premium track – which costs $10 or 1,000…

[ad_1] In this week’s episode of The Game Informer Show, special guest Matt Storm joins Alex Van Aken and Brian Shea to break down the unprecedented Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks that happened over the weekend. In what is one of the largest video game leaks of all time, over 90 videos showcasing secret in-development footage of the open-world crime sequel…

[ad_1] Nintendo revealed a brand new Fire Emblem game during this morning’s Nintendo Direct — and you won’t have to wait long to play it. Beloved characters like Marth and Celica return alongside a new cast in Fire Emblem Engage, a turn-based tactical RPG coming to Nintendo Switch on January 20, 2023.  An ornate white tunic…

[ad_1] In this week’s episode of The Game Informer Show, Editor-In-Chief Andrew Reiner says goodbye to Game Informer after nearly 30 years and passes the torch to Magazine Content Director Matt Miller. We chat about how Reiner got a job at Game Informer in 1991 and some fantastic memories he made along the way. Matt shares his vision for our…

[ad_1] Kiriko is the newest support character arriving with the launch of Overwatch 2 PvP on October 4. She wields kunai, teleports through walls to allies, burst heals teammates with talismans, and can make nearby allies briefly invulnerable with her Protection Suzu move. Oh, and her ultimate summons a fox spirit who rushes ahead and…