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Henry Stockdale

Henry is a freelance writer based in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. When he's not wandering in VR or burning through his RPG backlog, he's probably planning his next D&D session.

Articles by: Henry Stockdale

Take-Two reveals new Lord of the Rings game, promising a 'different' time in Middle-earth

By Henry Stockdale published 15 August 22

Take-Two Interactive confirms development has begun on a new Middle-earth game, collaborating with Weta Workshop.

Marvel’s Spider-Man had a scrapped multiplayer mode and it sounds amazing

By Henry Stockdale published 15 August 22

A recent datamine uncovered files referencing co-op in Marvel’s Spider-Man, which would've seen Miles and Peter competing against each other.

Good news Nintendo Switch fans, there won't be a price hike just yet

By Henry Stockdale published 15 August 22

Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has ruled out price increases for the Nintendo Switch 'at this time', despite rising manufacturing costs.

Activision teases Modern Warfare 2's latest map in an unusual place

By Henry Stockdale published 12 August 22

Activision's given us a brief look at Farm 18, Modern Warfare 2's latest multiplayer map

As Street Fighter turns 35, Capcom announces big plans for Tokyo Game Show

By Henry Stockdale published 12 August 22

Street Fighter celebrates its 35th anniversary today, and Capcom's got big plans for it at Tokyo Game Show 2022.

We finally know when Overwatch loot box sales will end

By Henry Stockdale published 12 August 22

Having previously confirmed it'd remove Overwatch's loot boxes, Blizzard has announced that's happening later this month.

Elden Ring key art - Malenia the Severed and General Radahn

Elden Ring's pre-release build is a fascinating glimpse at what could've been

By Henry Stockdale last updated 12 August 22

Elden Ring modder Lance McDonald has streamed a pre-release build on Twitch, featuring 'heaps' of unfinished content.

Key art of Clive Rosfield (left) and Joshua Rosfield (right), standing back to back

I'm glad the PS4 version of Final Fantasy 16 was scrapped

By Henry Stockdale published 23 June 22

Final Fantasy 16 producer has confirmed that a PS4 version was considered in early development before being scrapped.

Woman holding a PS5 DualSense controller

Sony confirms it'll add NTSC options for PlayStation Plus classics

By Henry Stockdale published 23 June 22

Following criticism PlayStation Plus classics used 50Hz PAL editions, Sony confirms it will roll out 60Hz NTSC options.

Master Chief and Cortana, standing side by side

Halo Infinite co-op gameplay looks like it was worth the wait

By Henry Stockdale published 23 June 22

Microsoft hasn't released a Halo Infinite co-op trailer but this massive gameplay leak works just as well.

Final Fantasy 16 protagonist Clive, fire burning in the background

Final Fantasy 16 won't be open world, but it will 'find inspiration' from them

By Henry Stockdale published 22 June 22

Speaking in a recent interview, Final Fantasy 16 producer Naoki Yoshida discussed Square Enix's current approach.

PlayStation won't be attending Gamescom, but we can guess why

By Henry Stockdale published 22 June 22

Sony has confirmed it won't attend Gamescom 2022 in Germany, making them the latest major non-attendee.

Close up shot of the Pulse 3d Wireless Headset

It looks like Sony's preparing a trio of new gaming headsets

By Henry Stockdale last updated 24 June 22

A trio of new Sony 'Inzone' gaming headsets have leaked that aren't PlayStation branded, each offering 3D audio.

An Xbox Series X controller standing upright in front of the console

Can't find an Xbox Series X controller? Microsoft's working 'as fast as possible' on a resupply

By Henry Stockdale published 22 June 22

The Xbox Series X|S controller is in short supply across the UK and Europe, and Microsoft's working to fix it.

A soldier in Battlefield 2042 hopping out of a helicopter

DICE isn't shifting focus from Battlefield 2042 anytime soon

By Henry Stockdale published 21 June 22

In a recent interview, DICE's general manager confirmed Battlefield 2042 remains the studio's current priority.

Merchant Kalé once played a bigger role in early Elden Ring builds

By Henry Stockdale last updated 24 June 22

Following months of Elden Ring datamining, YouTuber Sekiro Dubi has restored Merchant Kalé's cut questline.

Xbox Series X on a blank background with two plants

Thought the Xbox Series X is too big? You haven't seen anything yet

By Henry Stockdale published 21 June 22

YouTuber Michael Pick and ZHC created the world's largest fully-functioning Xbox Series X for a children's centre.

MSI Stealth GS66 12UGS review

By Henry Stockdale last updated 21 June 22

MSI has brought us a nice refresh with the Stealth GS66 12UGS, delivering strong gaming performance for a steep entry cost.

Close up of PS5 DualSense controller leaning on a PS5

YouTubers' PS5 Slim crams console into tiny shell but there's a huge catch

By Henry Stockdale published 20 June 22

DIY Perks recently created his own PS5 Slim, though it comes with a hefty compromise.

Returnal developer is spinning scrapped content into a new game - and I'm all for it

By Henry Stockdale published 17 June 22

During a recent interview, Housemarque confirmed it will use unused "ideas and narrative systems" from Returnal into its next game.

Shot of Zack Fair in his Soldier uniform

The Crisis Core remaster is pivotal for the Final Fantasy 7 remake's future

By Henry Stockdale last updated 30 June 22

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion is a timely remaster for this prequel entry, coming to all major consoles and PC in late 2022.

Zack Fair carrying an injured Cloud Strife over his shoulder

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is no longer a remake and we shouldn't be surprised

By Henry Stockdale last updated 30 June 22

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth has been officially unveiled as a PS5 exclusive, fittingly dropping 'remake' from its title.

Starfield's character customization is hiding a scientific easter egg

By Henry Stockdale published 17 June 22

Starfield's character creation menu sliders appear to mimic a gel electrophoresis band, a technique used for DNA separation and sequencing.

Halo Infinite update brings all the season 2 goodness

Halo Infinite update: trailers, maps, modes, battle pass, and patch notes

By Henry Stockdale last updated 11 July 22

Updated With each Halo Infinite update, 343 Industries is turning season 2 into a packed battle pass experience.

Mario Strikers: Battle League review

By Henry Stockdale published 8 June 22

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