Ubisoft and Atari surprised the gaming crowd with a partnership to bring five older Ubisoft titles back to modern consoles and digital stores. Under the new agreement, Atari will republish and adapt games produced between 2005 and 2016, after acquiring the licenses. Confirmed reissues include Cold Fear from 2005, the survival-focused I Am Alive from 2012, the platformers Grow Home and Grow Up from 2015 and 2016, and the visually distinctive rail shooter Child of Eden from 2011. Atari said the reissues will aim to preserve the original spirit of each game while also making them accessible to new players and expanding their distribution channels. The company is also evaluating whether to add any new, meaningful content, but has pointed out that no final decisions have been made, and the current deal only covers a license transfer for these five titles.

Whether this agreement will lead to further collaboration, sequels, or new projects remains unclear, and both firms declined to outline long-term plans beyond the re-releases. Games like Child of Eden stands out because of its fusion of music, art and rail shooter mechanics, and a careful reissue might renew interest more than a decade after its release. The appreciation club for older games has grown in recent years, so Atari and Ubisoft might strike gold with interest. However, we are left to wonder whether Atari will simply repackage these games or invest in expansions that respect the originals while offering something new. The power of modern consoles is far beyond anything available between 2005 and 2016, so we might see some enhanced visuals.

F.E.A.R. Platinum—featuring the base game and both expansions—will be available as part of the GOG Preservation Program by next month. Originally scheduled for a later timeframe, we've decided to accelerate this release to properly recognize Monolith's contributions to gaming.

At GOG, we believe in celebrating the creative minds that have shaped gaming history. Monolith Productions has given players some of the most unforgettable experiences, blending groundbreaking gameplay with rich storytelling. To honor their legacy, we're proud to announce that F.E.A.R. Platinum will be joining the GOG Preservation Program—and sooner than planned, with other Monolith icons to join eventually as well. And this is just the beginning. Stay tuned; we have even more news to share about the GOG Preservation Program!

Secure a time machine to 2005. The Xenon is a replica of the official Xbox 360 Controller - licensed with Designed for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10|11 PCs, priced at $49.99. Pre-orders begin at MIDNIGHT PDT / May 5th via HyperkinStore.com. Announced in November of last year, the Xenon is a replica of the official Xbox 360 Controller. The Xenon is named after the codename of the Xbox 360's first console iteration. Although a replica of the official Xbox 360 controller, the Xenon will include some modern amenities for the Xbox Series X|S. It will initially come in four colors: black, white, pink and red.

Hyperkin has recreated the Xbox 360 Controller as an officially Xbox-licensed controller. The Xenon features precision analog triggers, a share button for Xbox Series X|S, vibration feedback for realistic experiences, a 3.5 mm headset jack, and a detachable 10 ft. Type-C cable. The Xenon takes you back to 2005, when you and your buds spent nights filled with fun, competition, and bonds that last to this day. You've come full circle.