Circuit Superstars Hands-On Preview: Fun Physics Based, Arcade Racing

After speaking to its designers, it’s easy to tell Circuit Superstars was born from a place of passion. The developer, Original Fire Games, is composed of just six people—three of whom are siblings who grew up around not only video games, but motorsport. To put it simply, Circuit Superstars is a top-down racing game with arcade visuals, but with more realistic driving physics, and an additional attention to detail only true motorsport fans would probably think of.

I spoke to Carolina, Alberto, and Carlos Mastretta, the siblings behind Circuit Superstars, as I played an early-build. They emphasized their goal is to capture the essence of motorsport with Circuit Superstars, and bring the aspects of the sport they particularly enjoy to others through their game.

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James Gunn Reveals the Most-Requested Song for Guardians of the Galaxy 3

From Hooked on a Feeling to Come to Get Your Love to a dance off featuring O-o-h Child, the Guardians of the Galaxy films have featured some of the greatest musical hits from our history. However, there is one song that director James Gunn won’t ever use, even though it just so happens to be the most-requested by fans.

This revelation was prompted by @Jairus stating that Gunn “better use a song by The Style Council in the next GOTG movie.” Gunn quote Tweeted that tweet, saying “If I used every song I “better” use or that someone will “riot” if I don’t, my soundtracks would be 30,000 hours long.”

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Homeworld 3 Announced from Gearbox and Blackbird Interactive

Gearbox Publishing and Blackbird Interactive have announced Homeworld 3, a true sequel to 2003’s space-faring RTS Homeworld 2.

Homeworld 3 is currently a few months into pre-production and is currently on Fig.com, which allows fans to pledge/invest in the development of this new title. As of this writing, Homeworld 3’s money raised is at $137,380 with 30 days to go.

This move allows backers to “snag a backstage pass to impact the game’s development and prove that the fanbase still craves Homeworld 3.” From features to priorities to what’s in the collector’s edition, backers will have their voice heard.

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Gangs, Characters, and Playstyles Revealed In New Cyberpunk Screenshots

CD Projekt Red has revealed 14 minutes of new gameplay for its forthcoming RPG title Cyberpunk 2077. Coupled with gorgeous visuals, the new video sheds more light on the game’s world, its gangs, customization and playstyles.

Below we’ve gathered 155 of our favorite moments from the video, including environmental and action shots, for you to gawk over. Just be warned, it may contain minor spoilers for locations and characters you’ll see in-game in April.

Cyberpunk 2077 is focused on player control. When you’re creating your character–which no longer will have a sex option, but rather a body type–you’ll choose their background too. This will play into the game’s lore and influence certain choices that can be made in conversations.

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Control: The Joy Of Destruction

Piece by piece, the Federal Bureau of Control can be broken down to rubble. As you navigate the massive maze-like building, you’ll find several destructible environments that can keep you busy and put your powers to work.