Rockstar introduces 'Peekhole' in GTA 6, while Modern Warfare 4 sets a Metacritic milestone and Capcom suffers a massive data breach.
It’s a mixed bag of news for PlayStation enthusiasts this weekend. The biggest reveal involves the often headline-grabbing Rockstar Games, who are teasing a feature in their eagerly anticipated GTA 6 that takes a cheeky swipe at the real world. According to PlayStation Lifestyle, the game will include a parody website called “Peekhole,” an in-game nod to OnlyFans. This follows Rockstar’s tradition of satirizing modern internet culture within their games. Although Rockstar has yet to officially explain what gameplay element Peekhole might encompass, the very existence of such a feature feeds the buzz around the game’s launch next month.
In other major news, the Call of Duty franchise has reclaimed some past glory with Modern Warfare 4, which has achieved a new milestone on Metacritic. As detailed by PlayStation Lifestyle, the game currently holds a Metascore of 86. This is the highest score the series has garnered since Modern Warfare 3 in 2011. Developed by Infinity Ward with notable support from other studios like Treyarch and Raven Software, Modern Warfare 4 offers a renewed boost in a series that often sets industry benchmarks.
Meanwhile, fans of adventure games can now enjoy Peak, a highly anticipated co-op action-adventure game that has finally made its way to the PS5. PlayStation Lifestyle highlights the game as a major hit on PC, now available for just $9.99. With its sprawling game world, Peak promises up to 50 hours of gameplay focused on cooperative mountain scaling, either solo or with friends.
The gaming industry’s darker side made headlines as Push Square reports a significant data breach affecting Capcom. Nearly 12 million Capcom ID accounts have been compromised, a substantial blow considering the account system is integral for online and cross-platform play in Capcom games. Capcom has offered a formal apology, underscoring the sensitivity and importance of data security within the industry.
On a different note, Arrowhead Studios has hinted at a cautious approach towards developing a potential Helldivers 3. According to Push Square, chief creative officer Johan Pilestedt indicated that a new installment would only happen if it significantly diverges from Helldivers 2‘s current formula, or if player interest wanes.
