Kakuchopurei and Twentytwo13 have joined forces to bring the latest in gaming news, offering a weekly roundup of the top stories from both Asia and around the globe. In this feature, we’ll highlight the major game releases of the week, exciting trailers, and must-watch videos, all curated for the Asian gaming audience.

Last week, we reported on the Xbox Developer Direct event, which dropped some exciting news for gamers. Among the highlights was the unexpected announcement of Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, now available for Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Xbox Game Pass. This is a huge win for Microsoft as they start 2025 on a high note, with more big releases like DOOM: The Dark Ages, the upcoming Avowed, and potentially new entries in the Gears of War franchise. Xbox fans also have much to look forward to in 2025, including Fallout in Britain and Atomfall, alongside more surprise releases.

Additionally, Ubisoft revealed a new trailer for Assassin’s Creed: Shadows, set in feudal Japan. Players will control protagonists Naoe and Yasuke in this exciting new chapter. A closed-door media session recently took place at Ubisoft’s Singapore Studio, and we can’t wait to share exclusive coverage of the game soon. Pre-orders are already available, and the game is slated for release on March 20, 2025—after being delayed from its original Nov 15, 2024, release.

In another piece of news, an insider hinted that Xbox exclusives like Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Starfield, and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 may soon be making their way to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Exciting times for gamers looking for cross-platform experiences.

FC25’s Team of the Year Revealed

EA Sports recently revealed the Team of the Year lineup for FC25, featuring familiar faces such as Mohamed Salah, Vinícius Jr., and Kylian Mbappé. Real Madrid took the lead with four players in the starting eleven, while Liverpool earned two spots, with Virgil van Dijk joining Salah. Rodri, the Ballon d'Or winner, made the cut despite having limited playtime this season.

Festive Gaming Updates

As the Chinese New Year approaches, many games have rolled out special events and promotions to celebrate. Square Enix is offering discounts on its titles until Feb 12, 2025. Marvel Rivals, meanwhile, is getting a Spring Festival update that brings new modes and Lunar New Year-themed skins to its heroes. It's the perfect time to dive into festive gaming content.

Marvel Snap Hit by TikTok Ban Fallout

The US TikTok ban had unintended consequences for Marvel’s popular card game, Marvel Snap. Following the nationwide ban on Jan 19, 2025, players of the game found themselves unable to access their accounts. This issue arose because the game’s publisher, Nuverse, is a subsidiary of ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company. Fortunately, the restrictions were lifted two days later after a 75-day grace period granted to ByteDance by President Trump.

Elon Musk and Gaming Controversy

In a curious twist, tech mogul Elon Musk admitted to 'account sharing' to boost his game ranks. Musk reportedly claimed it was impossible to compete with Asian players in games like Path to Exile 2 without using these methods. This admission sparked controversy, especially as Musk faced backlash for his performance in a recent gaming stream. Meanwhile, the r/pcgaming subreddit has officially blacklisted X, citing the platform’s increasing toxicity and lack of moderation, alongside Musk’s own controversial actions.

That's all for this week’s gaming roundup! Stay tuned for more updates on the latest in the world of gaming.



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