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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Eidos-Montreal Hit With More Layoffs, Studio Head Also Departing | The Outerhaven

You know, we’ve covered a number of game companies either laying off employees or seemingly dropping off the face of the earth, and sadly, today is another one of those days. Over on Linkedin, Eidos-Montreal has announced a reduction in its workforce, impacting 124 employees across both production and support teams. Alongside this news, Head of Studio David Anfossi will also be departing the company after several years in the role. According to the studio, the layoffs are the result of “changing...
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Hands-on With NIS America’s Disgaea Mayhem Action RPG At PAX East 2026 | The Outerhaven

During PAX East 2026, we made our way to the NIS America booth and were able to get some hands-on time with its upcoming title, Disgaea Mayhem. While fans of the long-running series are used to its deep, turn-based tactical RPG gameplay, this entry takes things in a very different direction. Instead of sticking to its roots, Disgaea Mayhem reimagines the formula as an action RPG, bringing familiar characters into a faster-paced, more direct combat experience. It’s definitely a noticeable shift f...
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Crimson Desert Patch 1.01 Drops With a Massive List of Fixes and Improvements | The Outerhaven

Pearl Abyss has delivered its first major update for Crimson Desert that has more than a few changes and Quality-of-life updates., with Patch 1.01. Ever since Crimson Desert was resealed (Why do I keep wanting to type Crimson Dawn?), Pearl Abyss has been pumping out constant updates to bring the game closer to its vision. Yes, just like what happened to Cyberpunk 2077, I heard you thinking it. But regardless, it’s good to see them doing this, and this update has more than a few changes, includin...
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Bluey: Happy Snaps Has No Business Being on My Must-Buy List, Yet Here We Are | The Outerhaven

We saw a bunch of great games during the recent Xbox Partner Showcase, several of them that I’ve been looking forward to, and some that I didn’t know about that I really want to play. One of them being Bluey: Happy Snaps. No, I’m being quite serious. Ever since my daughter turned me on to the Bluey cartoon, I’ve been hooked. There’s just something about the show that checks all the boxes for me. An adorable cast, a family dynamic, a loving mom, but more than anything, a cool-as-heck father, tha...
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GameStop Is Raising PS5 Trade-In Values To Combat Sony’s Price Hike | The Outerhaven

Look, we all read or saw the news about Sony raising the price of the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro and even the PlayStation Portal, and none of us are happy about it. Especially if you wanted to snag any of these without spending an arm and a leg. Well, GameStop, a company I’ve expressed my frustrations about on multiple occasions, wants to step in and become a hero, as it has announced it will be raising the prices of its notoriously terrible trade-in values as a way to combat Sony’s greed....
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PlayStation Announces Price Increase for PS5, PS5 Pro, and PS Portal Starting April 2, 2026 | The Outerhaven

Well, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, and it’s not like we called this happening (but we totally did, and were told we were wrong), but Sony has officially announced that it will be raising the prices of its PlayStation 5 lineup, including the PS5, PS5 Pro, and PS Portal, starting April 2, 2026. According to Sony, the price adjustments are due to what it calls “continued pressures in the global economic landscape,” which has been a recurring theme across the gaming and tech industries latel...
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New EXODUS Gameplay Video Shows Off Some Pretty Intense Combat | The Outerhaven

Archetype Entertainment has released another new look at its upcoming sci-fi action RPG, EXODUS, continuing its rollout of gameplay clips ahead of a more in-depth reveal later this year. In the latest video, despite it being short, is packed with action as Jun Aslan, Tom, and Elise explore the corridors of Khonsu before triggering ancient Celestial defenses. The encounter quickly shifts into combat, giving players another glimpse at how the game blends exploration with high-stakes action. The c...
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Augment Anthem Is a Debut Metroidvania From First-Time Developer László Worth Paying Attention To | The Outerhaven

Here at The Outerhaven, we’re always happy to spread the word about indie titles. They’re often some of the most creative and passionate projects in the industry, and they absolutely deserve more love. Case in point: Augment Anthem, an upcoming Metroidvania title from indie studio, Project Ego. Developed by first-time developer László, Augment Anthem is a retro pixel-art sci-fi Metroidvania set to launch on May 15th. If you haven’t heard of it, that’s because this is László’s debut title, which...
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Lepro TB1 AI Smart Table Lamp Review | The Outerhaven

While RGB lighting has been a staple in the consumer space for quite some time, the question over the past few years has been what else can be done with this to make it even more immersive and impactful. Then, of course, we started seeing the rise of home assistants and AI, so it only made sense that we’d start to see companies incorporate AI into lighting, and that’s what we have with the Lepro TB1 AI Smart Table Lamp. While the Lepro TB1 AI Smart Table Lamp looks like some funky space-aged li...
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Star Fox Hero Fox McCloud Joins The Super Mario Galaxy Movie | The Outerhaven

When the final trailer for Super Mario Galaxy Movie was revealed, several people noticed that a certain character was hidden off-screen, with just his arm showing. That character was Fox McCloud from Star Fox. While others dismissed it as being a coincidence, Nintendo has confirmed that the character is indeed in the upcoming movie by posting his own poster for the movie over on the official Instagram account for the movie, with the message “Let’s rock and roll! Fox McCloud joins The Super Mario...
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Hades II Heads to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S Next Month | The Outerhaven

While Hades II has been available on PC for quite some time, things have been a bit different over in console land. The game was previously a timed exclusive console release for the Nintendo Switch 2 when it launched on September 25, 2025. However, that exclusivity is coming to an end. As of April 14, 2026, Hades II will officially release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, finally bringing the highly anticipated sequel to a wider console audience. This release will also include all patches...
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Every Dark Souls 3 Boss Weakness (Complete Guide with Best Builds) | The Outerhaven

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on March 20th, 2016, and has been republished with updates for the 10th anniversary of Dark Souls 3. FromSoftware doesn’t make easy games, and Dark Souls 3 is proof of that. Every boss is designed to push you, punish mistakes, and make you question your build more than once. The good news is that every boss also has a weakness, and once you know it, the fight becomes a lot more manageable. After multiple playthroughs and helping other players...
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Forza Horizon 6 PC Requirements Revealed Ahead of May Release Date | The Outerhaven

Recently, Playground Games has released the official PC requirements for its upcoming open-world racing title, Forza Horizon 6. This is easily one of the most anticipated entries in the series, especially as it takes the Horizon Festival to Japan. From neon-lit city streets to iconic countryside roads, and of course, plenty of opportunities for drifting, the setting alone has fans excited for what’s next. However, with PC hardware prices still fluctuating and availability not always guaranteed,...
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Lords of the Fallen II Shows Off Umbral in Latest Lifting the Veil Episode | The Outerhaven

CI Games has released the ninth episode of its “Lifting the Veil” developer roundtable series, and this one is all about Umbral, the dark alternate dimension that serves as one of Lords of the Fallen II‘s defining features. Clocking in at 37 minutes, the episode features Chief Creative Officer Ryan Hill, Game Director James Lowe, Lead Systems Designer Daniel Regan, and Producer Alex Harkin discussing what the team is calling “Umbral 2.0,” a significant overhaul of the dual-realm mechanic from th...
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Nintendo Is Changing Game Pricing, But Not in the Way You Think | The Outerhaven

Nintendo has revealed a notable shift in how it will price its upcoming games, starting with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. It’s also worth noting that this perspective comes from a North American market, where pricing has remained relatively stable. In other parts of the world, where higher game prices and regional differences are far more common, this shift may not feel nearly as groundbreaking. Beginning in May 2026, and starting with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, new Nintendo-published digi...
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NetEase Confirms That Marvel Rivals Is Headed to Nintendo Switch 2 | The Outerhaven

If you didn’t already have an addiction to NetEase’s Marvel Rivals, and you’ve been wanting to play it on the go but don’t own a handheld gaming PC, yet you do have a Nintendo Switch, well, you were out of luck. But not anymore. NetEase has revealed to IGN during an interview at GDC 2026 that Marvel Rivals is heading to the Nintendo Switch 2. While the popular Marvel shooter has been available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox for some time, fans have repeatedly asked if it would make its way to the...
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Crimson Desert Surpasses 3 Million Copies Sold Worldwide | The Outerhaven

Crimson Desert has officially crossed a major milestone, with developer Pearl Abyss announcing that the game has sold through 3 million copies worldwide, as posted on the official Crimson Desert Twitter account. “We are grateful to share Crimson Desert has sold through 3 million copies worldwide. To everyone who has stepped into Pywel and shared this journey with us, thank you. Your feedback continues to help shape the experience, and we will keep working to make the journey ahead even more enjo...
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Cursed Hollow Easter Event Returns To Phasmophobia This March 31, 2026 | The Outerhaven

Kinetic Games has announced its limited-time Easter event for Phasmophobia, Cursed Hollow, is making its return, starting March 31, 2026. The three-week event runs through April 21 and introduces new gameplay elements, returning features, and community-driven rewards for ghost hunters. “When we launched Cursed Hollow last year, the community response was great, and we’re excited to welcome back the Forest Spirits this Easter,” said Dan Knight, CEO and Game Director of Phasmophobia. During the Cu...
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Epic Games Layoffs Show a Bigger Problem in the Gaming Industry | The Outerhaven

Today, it was revealed by multiple sources, including Bloomberg via Jason Schreier, that Epic Games is preparing to lay off roughly 1,000 employees. It’s a staggering number, and unfortunately, it adds to a growing trend we’ve seen throughout 2026, with thousands of developers already displaced across the industry. At this pace, 2026 is on track to rival, if not surpass, the number of layoffs seen in 2025. Begrudgingly, I’ll say it… here we go again. According to Epic Games, these cuts are part...
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Bungie Addresses Marathon Matchmaking Issues in Low-Population Regions | The Outerhaven

Bungie has been actively listening to player feedback surrounding Marathon, particularly when it comes to matchmaking issues in regions with lower player populations. Since the game’s release, players in certain parts of the world have reported long queue times, difficulty finding matches, or being unable to matchmake at all during off-peak hours. Regions such as South America, parts of Asia, and Australia have been among the most affected. In these areas, the smaller player pool has made it har...
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