FIVE AT 5: TESTRONIC NEWS ROUND-UP

This week’s round-up is packed with everything from industry insights to festive fun. We've got a former PlayStation bigwig hinting that the console wars might be cooling off, while Roblox is stepping up to keep its youngest players safe online. Meanwhile, there's exciting news brewing for Rayman fans, and a peek into the fascinating world of what?could have been?with cut content in video games. Oh, and did we mention the spook-tacular Halloween events lighting up your favourite mobile games…?

Former PlayStation Exec Says Console Arms Race Has Plateaued: The gaming world might be running out of steam when it comes to the console ‘arms race,’ according to former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden, as reported by VideoGamesChronicles. Layden believes that we're not seeing the same big leaps in power and innovation we did in the past – think the jump from PS1 to PS2, compared to PS4 to PS5. He suggests it's more about squeezing better performance out of what we already have, rather than inventing the next groundbreaking console. And with the rise of cloud gaming and subscription services, Layden thinks the industry's focus is shifting towards content and experiences, not just hardware upgrades. There’s more here - https://shorturl.at/waPG5

Roblox Implements Changes to Protect Children Under 13: Roblox is tightening its virtual safety belt for the younger crowd, according to Gamesindustry.biz. In a bid to better protect kids under 13, Roblox has rolled out stricter rules, such as clearer privacy settings and better monitoring tools for both parents and the platform itself. These changes are part of a bigger move to make sure kids aren't stumbling across stuff they shouldn't be. It's all about balancing fun with safety – a tricky line to walk in a digital playground as massive as Roblox! The full story is here - https://shorturl.at/QPd34

Ubisoft Confirms New Rayman Project Currently In The Exploration Phase: Rayman fans, rejoice! According to Eurogamer, Ubisoft has officially confirmed that our favourite limbless hero might be back in action. They're exploring a brand-new Rayman project, although it's still very early days – like ‘exploration phase’ early. There's also a hint of a possible remake floating around, but it seems like the team is still figuring out what’s next for the franchise. Whether it’s a fresh adventure or a polished revisit of a classic, Rayman devotees can start getting excited – https://shorturl.at/KWa6f

Best Cut Content in Video Games: Ever wonder what didn't make it into your favourite games? GameRanttakes a fun dive into some of the best ‘cut content’ – ideas that developers loved but couldn’t squeeze into the final game. From scrapped characters and entire levels to alternative story endings, it’s all about the "what could have been" in gaming history. These snippets give a fascinating glimpse into the creative chaos behind game development, and it's amazing to think how different some iconic games might have turned out. Take a look here - https://shorturl.at/SskSi

Halloween Hijinks Get Underway in Monopoly GO!, Pokémon Sleep, Marvel Snap, and More: And finally,Halloween is here, and it's not just about spooky costumes – it’s all over your favourite mobile games, reveals Pocketgamer.biz. Monopoly GO! has a pumpkin patch party, Pokémon Sleep has some ghoulish updates, and Marvel Snap is rolling out the cobwebs. Tons of games are joining in the Halloween fun with themed events, from creepy new challenges to special, limited-time rewards. Get your spook on here - https://shorturl.at/wjpYg

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