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
Larian brings back the Baldur's Gate 3 advent calendar to tease its next game
By Andy Chalk published
news It's gonna be so big!
Last call for Forza Horizon 4: It's being removed from sale in 2 days, so get it while you can
By Andy Chalk published
news You'll still have access if you own it but if you don't, this is your last chance—and luckily, it's on sale for 80% off.
The Game Awards 2024 results: All the winners
By Andy Chalk published
news It was a big year for announcements, but some trophies were handed out too.
Larian boss Swen Vincke calls out pretty much the entire videogame industry at The Game Awards
By Andy Chalk published
news Vincke returned to The Game Awards to share the secret formula of running a successful studio: "It's stupidly simple, but it keeps on getting lost."
This year The Game Awards finally tackled the plague of game industry layoffs
By Andy Chalk published
news Geoff Keighley admitted the show has struggled with how to address the subject of layoffs in years past.
The Witcher 4 got a surprise reveal at The Game Awards, and this one is all about Ciri
By Andy Chalk published
news CD Projekt said in November that The Witcher 4 had entered full production, and apparently it wasn't kidding.
Pac-Man becomes an apex predator on a world shattered by intergalactic warfare in this very strange new metroidvania coming in 2025
By Andy Chalk published
news And yes, it's from Bandai Namco.
The developer of Sifu and Absolver is making a 5v5 multiplayer-only soccer game
By Andy Chalk published
news Rematch, unveiled tonight at The Game Awards, aims to capture "the joy of playing football with friends."
Former Destiny 2 and Marathon director is suing Sony and Bungie for $200 million over alleged wrongful dismissal
By Andy Chalk published
news Christopher Barrett claims he was scapegoated to distract attention from Bungie's "business failures and reputational issues," and to avoid paying him more than $45 million owed.
Assassin's Creed Shadows will have a 'Canon Mode' that will make all the correct RPG decisions for you
By Andy Chalk published
news Great news for gamers who just can't make up their minds.
CD Projekt rolls out a new Cyberpunk 2077 beta branch so people can keep playing while modders catch up to the 2.2 update
By Andy Chalk published
news Mods and big updates don't always mix, but CD Projekt has you covered.
Microsoft adds nearly 400 games to the Xbox app as it rolls out a 'new Home experience' to all users
By Andy Chalk published
news The app's new look was previously restricted to Xbox Insider testers, but now everyone can play.
Marvel Rivals director says Concord 'didn't bring any unique value' that would convince players to give it a shot, but admits that no one can really predict what will or won't succeed
By Andy Chalk published
news Thaddeus Sasser says there's a "switching cost" to bringing in players who are already committed to other games.
People Can Fly lays off more than 120 employees as it cuts back on in-development games: 'We need to tailor our plans to our financial capacity'
By Andy Chalk published
news Christmas is just two weeks away but that's not stopping studio executives from putting people out of work.
Suicide Squad's fourth season will be its last, but the offline mode promised a year ago is finally here
By Andy Chalk published
news This is the end, my friends.
Cyberpunk 2077's surprise new update lets Keanu ride shotgun through the streets of Night City and makes some PC-specific improvements—and it's out now
By Andy Chalk published
news The Cyberpunk 2077 2.2 update includes a major overhaul to the photo mode, new customization options, PC-specific enhancements, and best of all, more Johnny Silverhand.
Healthcare CEO shooting suspect Luigi Mangione has connections to the videogame industry, claims to have worked on Civilization 6
By Andy Chalk last updated
news Luigi Mangione has now been charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
China launches an antitrust investigation into Nvidia as it wrestles with the US over AI chip sanctions
By Andy Chalk published
news Chinese regulators believe Nvidia may have violated the terms of approval of the company's $7 billion acquisition of Mellanox Technologies in 2020.
'I got slapped by CD Projekt': Doug Cockle says he doesn't actually know if Geralt is in The Witcher 4 or not, but the studio wants him to shut up about it
By Andy Chalk published
news The Geralt voice actor said he was just repeating a rumour when he revealed in August that his character was coming back for the next Witcher game.
'We have more levels than players': This indie dev's game was a complete flop, but he's powering through with his plan to release 20 seasons of new content anyway
By Andy Chalk published
news Endlight's annual "Right to Replay" challenge is coming up and there's a good chance no one will notice—but it's still going to happen.
Ubisoft buyout talks are reportedly progressing, but there's one small hitch: The Guillemot family wants to stay in charge, but Tencent isn't so sure about that
By Andy Chalk published
news The Guillemots founded Ubisoft in 1986, and they're not ready to let go.
Path of Exile 2 players are finally getting into the game: 'What we are doing right now is letting in players in batches so that we can make sure to monitor the backend and not overload it'
By Andy Chalk, Tyler Wilde last updated
news If you can't get into the game right now, take comfort: You're not alone.
'It’s been a little sad to see Haunted Chocolatier getting dusty on the shelf, but this is the reality of my situation,' Eric Barone says: 'Stardew Valley is a big and popular game'
By Andy Chalk published
news Barone paused work on his new game so he could focus on Stardew Valley's 1.6 update, but he wants everyone to know he hasn't abandoned it.
Get Doom, Prey, System Shock, Dark Forces, and all the Crysis games for less than $20 in this really good Humble Bundle
By Andy Chalk published
news The Humble Sci-Fi Shooter Bundle is such a good deal, I'm willing to admit that I missed it for more than a week just so I can tell you about it now.
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