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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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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Crimson Desert Hits 4 Million Copies Sold Just One Week After Passing 3 Million | The Outerhaven

It was just seven days ago that we reported Crimson Desert had surpassed 3 million copies sold, and now the game is back in the headlines after hitting the 4 million mark. This latest milestone was shared directly via the game’s official Twitter account. CrimsonDesert has sold through 4 million copies worldwide. Thank you to all the Greymanes who have been a part of this journey with us and for all of your incredible love and support. It’s great to see the game getting so much love, especially c...
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Housemarque’s Saros Goes Gold Ahead of April Launch | The Outerhaven

If you’ve been looking forward to Housemarque’s upcoming title, Saros, well you in luck as the game has gone gold. The news was shared via the studio’s official social media account, confirming that development is complete and the game is ready for release. Recently, Sony Interactive Entertainment invited a number of influencers, content creators, and journalists to get some hands-on time with Saros. So far, the reception has been overwhelmingly positive, with early impressions praising the gam...
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Spectator Mode Podcast Ep. 215 – Epic Games Drama, PS5 Price Problems & Xbox Shifts Strategy | The Outerhaven

In Episode 215 of Spectator Mode Podcast, we get into a rough week for the gaming industry, starting with Epic Games and how former employees were handled, and why that situation doesn’t sit right. We also break down the recent PS5 price changes and why this trend could be bad news for gamers long-term, along with Xbox quietly backing away from its “Everything is an Xbox” push. On top of that, we cover the latest Xbox Partner Preview, Matt’s experience at PAX East 2026, and what we’ve been playi...
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Capcom’s 3rd Person Puzzle Shooter Pragmata Has Gone Gold | The Outerhaven

After years of anticipation, delays, and plenty of curiosity surrounding its unique gameplay, Pragmata has officially hit a major milestone. This update comes directly from Capcom’s official development team account, which confirmed that the upcoming third-person shooter with puzzle elements has gone gold. The announcement was shared via Capcom’s Dev 1 account on X (https://x.com/dev1_official), where the team expressed both gratitude and excitement as the project reaches completion. “Pragmata h...
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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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