Deep Dive roundup: Uncharted 4 rework and recent gaming headlines

The Deep Dive section has published a series of features, led by a look at Uncharted 4 that reveals cut stories and playable characters. The 2016 game underwent a significant rework after the departure of original creative director Amy Hennig. Coverage also probes industry practices and fan reactions.

Staff discussions note that glowing Saros reviews were constrained by restrictive embargo rules and examine who those policies help and hurt, while the Black Flag remake team addressed fan questions, insisting there will be blood in the final game and that it will not be paid DLC.

Other pieces range from deals and interviews to previews and platform news: a discounted Samsung Odyssey G5 monitor, a podcast based on The Lovecraft Investigations, Xbox’s Big Summer Showcase returning with a Deep Dive on Gears Of War: E-Day, and Starfield finally launching on PS5 next month alongside a free update and expansion.

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