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Brian Byrne

Editor covering gaming news, industry moves, platform changes and stories where context matters as much as the headline.

About Brian Byrne

Brian Byrne edits Gamers Now and writes about the stories that make games worth following beyond the trailer. He has a long-running weakness for Shenmue and The Legend of Zelda, which probably explains his soft spot for games full of mystery, strange details, memorable places and fans still arguing about them years later. At Gamers Now, Brian covers major news, industry moves, platform changes and updates where the context matters as much as the headline.

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  • Outside Gamers Now, Brian also operates Evolution Host, a hosting and DDoS protection company.

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Assassin's Creed Hexe Leak Names Its Protagonist and Witch Trial Setting

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Assassin's Creed Hexe Leak Names Its Protagonist and Witch Trial Setting

A new Assassin's Creed Hexe leak claims Ubisoft's darker mainline entry is set during the Würzburg Witch Trials and follows a protagonist named Anika. The report also alleges an unusual Ezio Auditore connection, but Ubisoft has not confirmed the details.

Call of the Elder Gods Launches Today on Game Pass

Multi-platform

Call of the Elder Gods Launches Today on Game Pass

Call of the Elder Gods launches today as Out of the Blue Games returns to narrative puzzle adventure with a darker Lovecraftian sequel to Call of the Sea. The game is available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Game Pass.

eBay Rejects GameStop Takeover Bid as Not Credible

Industry

eBay Rejects GameStop Takeover Bid as Not Credible

eBay's board has rejected GameStop's unsolicited takeover proposal, calling the offer neither credible nor attractive. The decision leaves Ryan Cohen's unusual bid facing major financing and strategy questions.

Nitro Gen Omega Launch Trailer Marks Its 1.0 Console Release

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Nitro Gen Omega Launch Trailer Marks Its 1.0 Console Release

Nitro Gen Omega has reached its full 1.0 release after Steam Early Access, with PlayStation's launch trailer putting the mecha tactical RPG back in front of console players. The game is out on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC.

Abiotic Factor Gets Free Cosmic Companions Update

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Abiotic Factor Gets Free Cosmic Companions Update

Abiotic Factor's Cosmic Companions update is live as a free 1.3.0 patch, bringing Pets 2.0, chemistry crafting, a new portal world and a long list of new items.

Forza Horizon 6 Pre-Order Bonus Is a Ferrari J50

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Forza Horizon 6 Pre-Order Bonus Is a Ferrari J50

Forza Horizon 6 will give pre-launch buyers an exclusive pre-tuned Ferrari J50, a nod to Ferrari's Japan anniversary car. The bonus applies to any edition and the Premium Upgrade before launch.

Sega Cancels Super Game Project As Classic Revivals Continue

Roundup

Sega Cancels Super Game Project As Classic Revivals Continue

Sega has cancelled its long-running Super Game project as it reduces the priority of free-to-play development. The company says classic IP revivals including Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, Golden Axe, Shinobi and Streets of Rage remain in production.