Keith Mitchell - All of Me In One Place!

Editor in Chief of gaming and entertainment website, The Outerhaven. Self-learned IT professional, a lover of video games and technology, and yes, I'm a black journalist that is determined to carve his own space in this gaming industry.

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DragonSword: Awakening Looks Like a Breakout Action RPG After Major Rework | The Outerhaven

DragonSword has re-emerged as DragonSword: Awakening, complete with a brand-new trailer, and if it wasn’t on your radar before, it should be now. What once looked like a very different project has evolved into a full-fledged action RPG, and the latest footage points to a game aiming for something bigger and far more focused. At first glance, the game immediately stands out thanks to its presentation and combat. Visually and gameplay-wise, DragonSword: Awakening feels like a mix of Granblue Fanta...
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Yoko Shimomura Composes Main Theme for Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard | The Outerhaven

If you’ve played the demo for Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard, or even just heard about it, especially if you’re a fan of Vampire Survivors, and needed another reason to check it out, as if you really did, well, I’ve got one more for you. Legendary video game composer Yoko Shimomura has been involved with the game and has composed its main theme. Yes, that Yoko Shimomura, best known for her amazing work on games like Final Fight, Street Fighter II, Final Fantasy, and Kingdom Hearts. I could...
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Mouse: P.I. For Hire Review – Fast, Stylish Shooting Meets Classic Cartoon Noir | The Outerhaven

If there’s one thing that’s stuck with me from childhood, it’s those old rubber-hose cartoons from the 1930s, the kind where a character gets flattened by a steamroller and just peels themselves off the ground like nothing happened. Mouse: P.I. For Hire (Mouse: PI For Hire) takes that world and turns it into a shooter, and honestly, I couldn’t have asked for a better excuse to revisit the cartoons that made up a large portion of my youth. Game Name: Mouse: P.I. For Hire Platform(s): PS5, Xbox Se...
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Poly Fighter Dev Osama Dorias on Building a Game Two Communities Can Love | The Outerhaven

In this exclusive video interview, Keith Mitchell sits down with Osama Dorias of Heartloop Games to talk about Poly Fighter, a unique single-player experience that blends traditional fighting game mechanics with roguelike progression. During the conversation, we dive into how Poly Fighter came to life, the challenges of merging two passionate communities, and how players have responded to the game so far. Osama also shares insights from PAX East 2026, how the team is handling player feedback, a...
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Phantom Blade Zero Dev Reaffirms No AI Use as Game Enters Final Stretch | The Outerhaven

S-Game has been quiet for a while it’s been working on its upcoming title, Phantom Blade Zero, especially after the early previews and hands-on impressions, including my hands-on with an updated build of Phantom Blade Zero at CES 2026. Now, we finally have an update, and it’s not just about development, it’s about where the studio stands on something the gaming industry can’t stop talking about: AI. S-Game CEO and creator Soulframe Liang (Liang Qiwei), recently shared an update on Twitter/X, tha...
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PlayStation Price Hike, Marathon Backlash, Super Mario Galaxy Movie Impressions | Spectator Mode Podcast | The Outerhaven

Welcome back to the Spectator Mode Podcast. In this episode, we get into the buzz around a potential Super Mario Galaxy movie, the growing frustration surrounding Marathon, and why gaming is starting to feel more expensive than ever as Nintendo and PlayStation raise prices. There’s a lot to unpack here, and honestly, it feels like the conversation around gaming is shifting in a big way. This and more in Spectator Mode Podcast episode 216! Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:16 – Classic RPGs deserve a...
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Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Gameplay Reveal Shows a Much More Ambitious Direction | The Outerhaven

After months of silence, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse has finally resurfaced, and this time it came with far more than just a quick tease. During the recent Triple-i Initiative Showcase, Konami, Motion Twin and Evil Empire pulled back the curtain with new gameplay and a deeper look at what this revival is shaping up to be, and based on what was shown, this may end up being one of the more interesting directions the series has taken in years. The latest gameplay gives us a much better sense of ho...
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Valor Mortis Reappears With New Gameplay and a Fall 2026 Release Window | The Outerhaven

During the Triple-I Initiative Showcase on April 9, 2026, a title I’ve been keeping a close eye on, Valor Mortis, finally reappeared with something meaningful. Not only did we get a fresh look at the game, but the long-awaited release window was also confirmed. Valor Mortis, from One More Level, the team behind the fast-paced cybernetic ninja hit Ghostrunner, is now set to launch in Fall 2026 for the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. While I’ve only had limited hands-on time with the game, it immed...
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This Ed Fries Podcast Interview on Today’s Gaming Industry Feels Different | The Outerhaven

Recently, The Expansion Pass Podcast (formerly known as The Xbox Expansion Pass) sat down with Ed Fries, and what came out of that conversation is something a lot of players probably aren’t fully ready to process. If you’re not familiar, Fries was instrumental in launching the original Xbox, helped bring Bungie into Microsoft, and served as VP of Game Publishing during some of the brand’s most important years. That kind of perspective isn’t something you get often, and throughout the interview,...
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Bungie Ends Its Marathon Duo Queue Experiment, But Teases Its Return in Season 2 | The Outerhaven

Sometimes, it’s the features that feel obvious that take the longest to arrive. In the case of Marathon, Bungie’s long-requested Duo queues are finally taking shape, but not without a bit of experimentation first. Instead of rolling it out as a fully supported feature from day one, the studio has spent weeks testing and refining the experience across multiple playlists. It’s a slower approach, but one that suggests Bungie is taking player feedback seriously before locking anything in. Over the p...
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Marathon Review – Incredible Gunplay Held Back by Frustrating Progression | The Outerhaven

Marathon is the first non-Destiny game to release from renowned developers Bungie in over a decade. This PvPvE first-person extraction shooter isn’t a completely new IP because the first Marathon released in 1994, however this latest entry isn’t a sequel either it’s more like a reinvention of the franchise. So, how does this new Marathon handle the legacy of a beloved studio and cult franchise while being reimagined for a new audience? Let’s talk about it. Game Name: Marathon Platform(s): PS5, X...
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Despite Strong Reception, The First Berserker: Khazan Falls Short as Nexon Restructures Team | The Outerhaven

Sadly, it’s been reported via South Korea’s Yonhap News Agency that Neople was not too pleased with the performance of their Soulslike title, The First Berserker: Khazan. As a result, the companies have begun restructuring the game’s development team following underwhelming sales. Khazan launched globally in March 2025 and at one point reached nearly 30,000 concurrent players on PC. However, that early momentum didn’t hold, and the game ultimately fell short of expectations. In response, a large...
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007 First Light Limited Edition DualSense Controller Announced, Pre-Orders Start April 17 | The Outerhaven

PlayStation has officially revealed the 007 First Light Limited Edition DualSense controller for PS5 and PC, set to launch alongside the game on May 27, 2026. This special-edition DualSense leans fully into classic James Bond flair, featuring a sharp gold-and-black color scheme with the iconic 007 logo placed front and center on the touchpad. The design immediately brings to mind the legendary Golden Gun, giving the controller a premium look that stands out from standard releases. The DualSense...
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Forza Horizon 6 Previews Are In And Here’s What Everyone Is Saying So Far | The Outerhaven

While we weren’t invited to get some hands-on for Forza Horizon 6, plenty of other outlets and creators did and recently released a number of previews.  So, instead of being sad that we missed out, I went through and checked out all the previews, watched the gameplay, and pulled everything together in one place. If you’re looking forward to Forza Horizon 6 and you want early impressions, we’ve rounded them up for you, and I’ll just tell you that they are overwhelmingly positive. But don’t believ...
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Samson’s Rough Launch Forces Devs To Act Fast With Massive Patch | The Outerhaven

Samson: A Tyndalston Story has officially launched on PC, but instead of a smooth debut, the game has arrived with mixed reactions driven by performance issues, bugs, and technical problems. It’s not that the game lacks potential, it’s that it clearly needed more development time. We even admitted in our Samson review that the game clearly has some issues. Still, its developer, Liquid Swords, isn’t backing away from the situation. Founder and Creative Director Christofer Sundberg has addressed t...
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Guilty Gear Strive Version 2.00 Update Is Skipping The Nintendo Switch | The Outerhaven

During the recent Arc World Tour Finals 2026, Arc System Works revealed it was working on a massive update for its ongoing fighting game, Guilty Gear Strive. This update, titled Version 2.00, is set to significantly overhaul the game with balance adjustments, gameplay tweaks, and more. Now, the full patch notes have been released, giving players a clearer idea of what’s coming. If you want the full breakdown, you can check out the patch notes here: https://www.guiltygear.com/ggst/en/news/post-28...
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The Asus ROG Xbox Ally Sees a Price Drop, But Is It Permanent or Just a Sale? | The Outerhaven

While we’re all used to seeing just about everything in gaming get more expensive, it’s a rare sight when something actually goes the other way and gets cheaper. And that’s what we’re seeing right now with the Asus ROG Xbox Ally, the less powerful Xbox-branded handheld gaming PC currently on the market. Normally priced at $599.99, it’s recently been spotted with a $100 drop, bringing it down to $499.99. Or is it? I’ve checked multiple retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy, Asus’s online store, M...
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Lenovo Legion GO 2 Price Hike Puts Handheld Out of Reach for Many | The Outerhaven

While browsing Best Buy’s website to see if it had finally raised the prices of the PlayStation 5, which it hasn’t as of yet, I stumbled upon something else. The Lenovo Legion Go 2, a massive handheld device and one of my personal favorites, has received a price increase on both models. The Lenovo Legion Go 2 (16GB RAM / 1TB) originally priced at $1100 now costs $1,500, while the Legion Go 2 (32GB / 2TB) originally priced at $1350 is priced at $2,000. Yeah, talk about the expensive getting even...
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New Echoes of Aincrad Story Trailer Has Only Gotten Me Even More Excited To Play The Game | The Outerhaven

It wasn’t that long ago that fans of the Sword Art Online manga, anime, and even games got excited when Bandai Namco announced a brand-new Sword Art Online game called Echoes of Aincrad. Today, a brand-new trailer has been released that shows off a bit of the story and introduces several NPCs that you’ll interact with during the game. Check out the trailer below. Those who are familiar with the series will notice that several characters from the Sword Art Online universe have made an appearance...
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Cold Symmetry Shows Off New Mortal Shell II Gameplay | The Outerhaven

Cold Symmetry, the developer behind Mortal Shell and the upcoming Mortal Shell II, has shown off some gameplay footage of its unapologetic Soulslike title. This is the first time we’ve gotten to see it in action, and there’s a lot to be excited about, especially if you played the first game. Check out the gameplay footage for yourself. In addition to the gameplay, Cold Symmetry will be hosting an open beta, PC only, for Mortal Shell II, and to participate, all you have to do is head over to the...
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