Andy Chalk
Andy has been gaming on PCs from the very beginning, starting as a youngster with text adventures and primitive action games on a cassette-based TRS80. From there he graduated to the glory days of Sierra Online adventures and Microprose sims, ran a local BBS, learned how to build PCs, and developed a longstanding love of RPGs, immersive sims, and shooters. He began writing videogame news in 2007 for The Escapist and somehow managed to avoid getting fired until 2014, when he joined the storied ranks of PC Gamer. He covers all aspects of the industry, from new game announcements and patch notes to legal disputes, Twitch beefs, esports, and Henry Cavill. Lots of Henry Cavill.
Latest articles by Andy Chalk
![A soldier writing](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sGvCh2W5jiWstqqtow6eSk-320-80.jpg)
Relic Entertainment is 'returning to its roots as an independent creative studio,' but it's also owned by a global investment firm now
By Andy Chalk published
news Emona Capital is now the majority owner of Relic.
![Destiny 2 - Commander Zavala portrait](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nmPjQE4egoE3YM7SuBP7fj-320-80.jpg)
Keith David speaks his first words as Destiny 2's Commander Zavala: 'I used to think I'd give anything to bring him back'
By Andy Chalk published
news He nails it.
![Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 3-headed dog logo](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qjH55GcmphvXjcdumGPvN3-320-80.jpg)
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is official: 'A dark new chapter' will be revealed in June
By Andy Chalk published
news The title is confirmed, but the teases continue.
![The Witcher 3 next gen update release times - Ciri and Geralt sitting](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HSeyZVtFU4QTLPW5jNMzRa-320-80.jpg)
Witcher 3 fans rejoice: Steam Workshop support and full REDkit modding tools are finally here
By Andy Chalk published
news Steam Workshop integration comes alongside the full release of the powerful REDkit modding tools.
![helldivers 2](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6nG6uFZVwojwN7LqV3rv6Z-320-80.png)
Helldivers 2 boss wants to make Arrowhead 'the next FromSoftware or Blizzard'
By Andy Chalk published
news There's been some rough spots, but the massive success of Helldivers 2 has Johan Pilestedt dreaming big.
![Call of Duty 2024 teaser image: Mount Rushmore presidents with blindfolds spelling out "the truth lies"](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZjHqhGRCV9K8N7tmrsyExH-320-80.jpg)
New Call of Duty teaser site does everything but come out and say 'here's the next Black Ops'
By Andy Chalk published
news Open your eyes. The truth lies.
![First official image of Liam Hemsworth as Geralt in The Witcher on Netflix](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EJZgZHe9Nssg2ZGFTYbjQC-320-80.jpg)
Netflix finally reveals Liam Hemsworth as Geralt in The Witcher season 4, and I think he looks pretty good
By Andy Chalk published
news It may not make diehard Henry fans happy, but the look is right.
![Hunt: Showdown promo image - cowboy in cool shades sitting with his arms crossed](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NkcKroQjEYXaj6whiBv3JM-320-80.jpg)
Crytek director says Hunt: Showdown's big August update represents 'a significant relaunch of Hunt: Showdown at a whole new level'
By Andy Chalk published
news Hunt's first new map in over three years arrives in August, alongside a significant engine upgrade.
![helldivers 2](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rvQo5FzE9K8G2Vwq7Ct7MD-320-80.jpg)
Helldivers 2 studio wants to slow down the pace of updates: 'We feel a slightly lower cadence overall will benefit both us, you, and the game'
By Andy Chalk published
news Arrowhead Game Studios may finally be easing up on the hectic pace.
![Stellar Blade screenshot](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oRq9ThTyJo8kmwqunmKTPi-320-80.jpg)
Stellar Blade studio is now 'considering' a PC release, and a sequel too
By Andy Chalk published
news We called it back in 2022.
![Still of Kai Cenat streaming Elden Ring marathon](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HTiFAFuiBc6Ks97Xazo6nT-320-80.jpg)
After an epic 24-hour battle with Malenia and 1,700 deaths, Kai Cenat has finally beaten Elden Ring
By Andy Chalk published
news He is the true Elden Lord.
![Image of a Fallout power armor helmet revealing that Fallout is coming to Fortnite](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XkEbr2ADp3NRjAn9YvrNxT-320-80.jpg)
Fallout is coming to Fortnite
By Andy Chalk published
news The Brotherhood of Steel arrives next week.
![INDIO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 14: (FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY) Doja Cat performs at the Coachella Stage during the 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival at Empire Polo Club on April 14, 2024 in Indio, California. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images for Coachella)](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/htMfhRxpTQ2dZPcMDCVZhU-320-80.jpg)
Doja Cat is extremely mad about Fortnite 'losers' who use 'stupid f****** non-weapons' instead of having 'actual aim skills and FPS experience'
By Andy Chalk published
news The rapper and Fortnite fan has thoughts about the current state of the meta.
![Redfall promo image - four characters and a small robot walking toward the viewer, talking amongst themselves](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dkoCARPhzfCxX92HLfi6M4-320-80.jpg)
Redfall is getting one final update before Arkane Austin is gone forever, and it will include an offline mode
By Andy Chalk published
news The Hero Pass content may be off the table, but developers are doing what they can to ensure Redfall remains.
![Assassin's Creed Shadows promo image](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LJpv9s9aDDMvDdX3taaweG-320-80.png)
Assassin's Creed Shadows does not need an internet connection to run: 'You will be able to play the entire journey offline'
By Andy Chalk published
news You'll need to be online to install the game, but after that you're on your own.
![Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer art](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kARjQKQLonF4kgSEQHpS8Q-320-80.jpg)
Grand Theft Auto 6 release window narrowed to fall 2025, but there's still no PC launch date confirmed
By Andy Chalk published
news It's getting closer, but still so far away.
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Dauntless developer Phoenix Labs lays off employees and cancels in-development projects, says it's 'the last resort to ensure Phoenix Labs can survive'
By Andy Chalk published
news At least one cancelled game was reportedly set to be announced in June.
![Dragon Age: Inquisition screenshot - mage holding an electrified staff](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QRjZZmfGYDY76E9n7ZqsSh-320-80.jpg)
Epic's 2024 Mega Sale goes live with its first-ever Dragon Age: Inquisition giveaway
By Andy Chalk published
news Epic's annual extravaganza runs until June 13.
![GameScent promo image - GameScent device farting odours into the air](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/idmZ4qu5KbE8TPM4yVKSy9-320-80.jpg)
I tried the GameScent so you don't have to and, trust me, you don't want to
By Andy Chalk published
Stinker This is without a doubt the dumbest thing I have ever connected to my PC.
![Activision company logo](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PkdNvAo75tpYC7699Uo4ME-320-80.jpg)
A week after Microsoft closed 4 game studios, Microsoft-owned Activision announces a new game studio
By Andy Chalk published
news Warsaw-based Elsewhere Entertainment is working on something brand new (and no, it's not Call of Duty).
![The Crew screenshot](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AxDSTgm68jqoqBUhBJLRmg-320-80.jpg)
UK government responds to Stop Killing Games petition, and it's not good: 'There is no requirement in UK law' that forces companies to support old software
By Andy Chalk published
news It's not the end of the line, but it has to be discouraging.
![The Division Heartland screen](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xWxJo8KG9PdNoYhKsUKxX5-320-80.jpg)
Ubisoft cancels The Division: Heartland so it can focus on 'bigger opportunities' like XDefiant
By Andy Chalk published
news The cancellation was quietly delivered in today's year-end financial report.
![The squad from Hi-Fi Rush puts their heads together to devise a solid plan.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SsLfM4TfKeB2EmPEeodgXk-320-80.png)
Hi-Fi Rush gets a bittersweet last patch as Tango Gameworks takes its final bow: 'Thank you again… You're all rockstars!'
By Andy Chalk published
news One last update before Tango Gameworks goes away forever.