Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel has revealed details on the development of the classic shooter, Heretic, including a comment from id Software's John Carmack that helped the team home in on the game's signature style. IGN's Ryan McCaffrey sat down with Raffel to discuss Raven Software's broad history in the latest episode of IGN Unfiltered, along with discussions on Call of Duty: Black Ops: Cold War, Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast, Hexen, Heretic, Soldier of Fortune, and more. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2009/03/09/from-hexen-to-wolverine-part-1"] Heretic has long been described as 'medieval Doom' or 'fantasy Doom,' and those are apt descriptions. When asked where the idea for Heretic came from, Raffel said, "The big story there is, [id] wanted to work with us. They wanted to do a fantasy game. It didn't start out to be a 'Doom fantasy.' We started... typical D&D players, we first started designing the game and we got super deep into all this... you know... your Strength, Wisdom... all the usual stuff. And, of course, it's a credit to John Carmack, here. He said, 'Just do it like Doom, and add the fantasy flavor.'" The fantasy setting isn't the only notable departure from the Doom formula, however, as the game's protagonist could also fly, a power Doom Guy could only dream of. "I have to call out Chris Rhinehart, who was one of our programmers at the time. Kind of a funny story about the flying... it's so true, so many of these stories are these 'happy accidents...' Chris came up with the idea of moving the horizon line just up and down. It wasn't a real calculation of flying, it was a hack... That was such a big event for us, and that gave us our unique flavor." [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=call-of-duty-black-ops-cold-war-campaign-screenshots&captions=true"] While Heretic did get several follow-ups, whether they carried the Heretic or Hexen name, Raffel did comment on the possibility of a modern series entry or reboot. "Never say never... We get a lot of requests for it, for sure and, of course, I'd always love to do it. That's for another day, I guess... We'll see." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2009/03/09/from-hexen-to-wolverine-part-2"] In addition to his roles as Producer and Creative Director, Raffel humorously noted id Software co-founder John Romero bought the team at Raven their first work refrigerator, which was a big deal for them. "People don't understand what game development was back then, but it was five guys in a basement. You go to Sam's Club and get a case of Coke and chips, and you just sat at your desk all day... Those were fun days." For more interviews with the best, brightest, most fascinating minds in the games industry, check out be sure to check out every episode of IGN Unfiltered, which includes talks with The Game Awards creator Geoff Keighley, Master Chief co-creator Marcus Lehto, 343's Bonnie Ross, Valve's Robin Walker & Chris Remo, Respawn's Stig Asmussen, and so many more.

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Brian Barnett writes wiki guides, deals posts, features, and much more for IGN. You can get your fix of Brian's antics on Twitter and Instagram (@Ribnax).

Bugsnax has been confirmed as PlayStation 5's first PlayStation Plus game in November 2020 alongside Middle-earth: Shadow of War and Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition for PS4. Announced on PlayStation.Blog, Bugsnax will be available to all new owners of PlayStation 5 on its launch day of November 12, 2020, and will be available until January 4, 2020. It's important to note that Bugsnax for PS4 will not be available as a PlayStation Plus title. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/bugsnax-launch-trailer"] Middle-earth: Shadow of War and Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition will both be available on PlayStation Plus from November 3 to November 30, and will be playable on PS5 via backward compatibility. Sony has also once again confirmed that its PlayStaion Plus Collection will be available with the launch of the PS5 and will give PlayStation Plus subscribers access to some of the best PS4 games with "benefits such as increased loading speed and improved or more stable framerates with PS5’s Game Boost." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/09/16/playstation-plus-collection-trailer"]

PlayStation Plus Collection at PS5's Launch

SIE Worldwide Studios:

• Bloodborne
• Days Gone
• Detroit: Become Human
• God of War
• Infamous Second Son
• Ratchet and Clank
• The Last Guardian
• The Last of Us Remastered
• Until Dawn
• Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End

Third-Party Publishers and Developers:

• Batman: Arkham Knight
• Battlefield 1
• Call of Duty: Black Ops III – Zombies Chronicles Edition
• Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
• Fallout 4
• Final Fantasy XV Royal Edition
• Monster Hunter: World
• Mortal Kombat X
• Persona 5
• Resident Evil 7 biohazard

These games will be an added benefit of the existing PlayStation Plus subscription and will come without an additional fee. Once a game is redeemed, it can be kept for as long as your subscription is active. It also appears that the game list for the PlayStation Plus Collection has changed a bit from its announcement, as games like Crash Bandicoot: N. Sane Trilogy, Call of Duty: Black Ops III – Zombies Chronicles Edition have been added. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=confirmed-playstation-5-games&captions=true"] [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Bugsnax has been confirmed as PlayStation 5's first PlayStation Plus game in November 2020 alongside Middle-earth: Shadow of War and Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition for PS4. Announced on PlayStation.Blog, Bugsnax will be available to all new owners of PlayStation 5 on its launch day of November 12, 2020, and will be available until January 4, 2020. It's important to note that Bugsnax for PS4 will not be available as a PlayStation Plus title. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/bugsnax-launch-trailer"] Middle-earth: Shadow of War and Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition will both be available on PlayStation Plus from November 3 to November 30, and will be playable on PS5 via backward compatibility. Sony has also once again confirmed that its PlayStaion Plus Collection will be available with the launch of the PS5 and will give PlayStation Plus subscribers access to some of the best PS4 games with "benefits such as increased loading speed and improved or more stable framerates with PS5’s Game Boost." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/09/16/playstation-plus-collection-trailer"]

PlayStation Plus Collection at PS5's Launch

SIE Worldwide Studios:

• Bloodborne
• Days Gone
• Detroit: Become Human
• God of War
• Infamous Second Son
• Ratchet and Clank
• The Last Guardian
• The Last of Us Remastered
• Until Dawn
• Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End

Third-Party Publishers and Developers:

• Batman: Arkham Knight
• Battlefield 1
• Call of Duty: Black Ops III – Zombies Chronicles Edition
• Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
• Fallout 4
• Final Fantasy XV Royal Edition
• Monster Hunter: World
• Mortal Kombat X
• Persona 5
• Resident Evil 7 biohazard

These games will be an added benefit of the existing PlayStation Plus subscription and will come without an additional fee. Once a game is redeemed, it can be kept for as long as your subscription is active. It also appears that the game list for the PlayStation Plus Collection has changed a bit from its announcement, as games like Crash Bandicoot: N. Sane Trilogy, Call of Duty: Black Ops III – Zombies Chronicles Edition have been added. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=confirmed-playstation-5-games&captions=true"] [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

It's "only a matter of time" before an all-female Avengers movie happens, according to Shuri actress Letitia Wright. Speaking to Yahoo Entertainment about her upcoming role in Amazon's Small Axe series, Wright explained that she's been campaigning for an all-female Avengers movie ever since the iconic female team up scene from 2019's Avengers Endgame. There, we saw essentially all of the MCU's superhero women take center stage. Wright wants an entire movie of that. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=marvel-cinematic-universe-every-upcoming-movie-and-tv-show&captions=true"] "I don't think we have to fight for it," Wright said. "Victoria Alonso [Marvel Studios executive vice president] is very strong about spearheading it, alongside [Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige]. It's only a matter of time before they do it." Wright said her ultimate team up would include her Black Panther co-stars Danai Gurira, Lupita Nyong'o, and Angela Basset as Okoye, Nakia, and Ramonda respectively. She also threw Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie into the mix. One guarantee though, according to Wright, is Brie Larson's Captain Marvel. "Definitely have to have Captain Marvel, definitely," Wright said. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2018/02/17/why-the-women-of-wakanda-ruled-black-panther"] During the interview, Wright also touched on how special it is that her Black Panther character, Shuri, has become such an inspiration for women around the world. "It was always a dream of mine to play someone that can be impactful not only for Black women, but also just for women around the world and young people," Wright said. "To be able to have a combination of people and audience members who are so thrilled and appreciative of Shuri is a good feeling. I feel like I contributed something positive in the world." While we're waiting for this all-female Avengers movie, read what Thompson had to say about an-all female Marvel movie and then read what Larson had to say about this possible movie after that. While Feige hasn't said anything publicly about Wright's all-female Avengers pitch, he did say that more female superheroes are coming to the MCU in future movies. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Wesley LeBlanc is a freelance news writer and guide maker for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @LeBlancWes. 

It's "only a matter of time" before an all-female Avengers movie happens, according to Shuri actress Letitia Wright. Speaking to Yahoo Entertainment about her upcoming role in Amazon's Small Axe series, Wright explained that she's been campaigning for an all-female Avengers movie ever since the iconic female team up scene from 2019's Avengers Endgame. There, we saw essentially all of the MCU's superhero women take center stage. Wright wants an entire movie of that. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=marvel-cinematic-universe-every-upcoming-movie-and-tv-show&captions=true"] "I don't think we have to fight for it," Wright said. "Victoria Alonso [Marvel Studios executive vice president] is very strong about spearheading it, alongside [Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige]. It's only a matter of time before they do it." Wright said her ultimate team up would include her Black Panther co-stars Danai Gurira, Lupita Nyong'o, and Angela Basset as Okoye, Nakia, and Ramonda respectively. She also threw Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie into the mix. One guarantee though, according to Wright, is Brie Larson's Captain Marvel. "Definitely have to have Captain Marvel, definitely," Wright said. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2018/02/17/why-the-women-of-wakanda-ruled-black-panther"] During the interview, Wright also touched on how special it is that her Black Panther character, Shuri, has become such an inspiration for women around the world. "It was always a dream of mine to play someone that can be impactful not only for Black women, but also just for women around the world and young people," Wright said. "To be able to have a combination of people and audience members who are so thrilled and appreciative of Shuri is a good feeling. I feel like I contributed something positive in the world." While we're waiting for this all-female Avengers movie, read what Thompson had to say about an-all female Marvel movie and then read what Larson had to say about this possible movie after that. While Feige hasn't said anything publicly about Wright's all-female Avengers pitch, he did say that more female superheroes are coming to the MCU in future movies. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Wesley LeBlanc is a freelance news writer and guide maker for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @LeBlancWes. 

Temtem, the MMO focused on creature-collection that has been on early access on PC since earlier this year, will make its console debut exclusively on PS5 in just a few short weeks. Humble Games and developer Crema have announced that Temtem will come to PS5 in early access on Dec. 8, ahead of any other planned consoles. Preorders are currently available at a discount, which will also allow players to earn an exclusive in-game title and PSN avatars. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=temtem-ps5-screenshots-and-preorder-info&captions=true"] Sony previously highlighted Temtem as part of August's State of Play presentation, and now interested players will only have to wait a few weeks to play on PS5. IGN reviewed Temtem on PC, and at the time we said "What Temtem’s early access version lacks in originality it makes up for by improving upon the creature collection genre with a compelling MMO ecosystem, strategic combat mechanics, and excellent world-building across roughly 30 hours of content." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/03/18/temtem-early-access-review"] For more on the PS5, check out the PS5 launch game lineup, and watch our PS5 unboxing, or check out the gallery below for an up-close look and comparison of the PS5 to various other platforms. And be sure to watch our weekly PlayStation show, Podcast Beyond! for the latest on PS5 and PS4. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=ps5-console-first-look-size-comparison&captions=true"] [poilib element="accentDivider"] Disclosure: Humble Bundle is owned by Ziff Davis, the parent company of IGN. Humble Bundle and IGN operate completely independently, and no special consideration is given to Humble Bundle announcements or promotions for coverage. Jonathon Dornbush is IGN's Senior News Editor, host of Podcast Beyond!, and PlayStation lead. Talk to him on Twitter @jmdornbush.

Temtem, the MMO focused on creature-collection that has been on early access on PC since earlier this year, will make its console debut exclusively on PS5 in just a few short weeks. Humble Games and developer Crema have announced that Temtem will come to PS5 in early access on Dec. 8, ahead of any other planned consoles. Preorders are currently available at a discount, which will also allow players to earn an exclusive in-game title and PSN avatars. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=temtem-ps5-screenshots-and-preorder-info&captions=true"] Sony previously highlighted Temtem as part of August's State of Play presentation, and now interested players will only have to wait a few weeks to play on PS5. IGN reviewed Temtem on PC, and at the time we said "What Temtem’s early access version lacks in originality it makes up for by improving upon the creature collection genre with a compelling MMO ecosystem, strategic combat mechanics, and excellent world-building across roughly 30 hours of content." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/03/18/temtem-early-access-review"] For more on the PS5, check out the PS5 launch game lineup, and watch our PS5 unboxing, or check out the gallery below for an up-close look and comparison of the PS5 to various other platforms. And be sure to watch our weekly PlayStation show, Podcast Beyond! for the latest on PS5 and PS4. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=ps5-console-first-look-size-comparison&captions=true"] [poilib element="accentDivider"] Disclosure: Humble Bundle is owned by Ziff Davis, the parent company of IGN. Humble Bundle and IGN operate completely independently, and no special consideration is given to Humble Bundle announcements or promotions for coverage. Jonathon Dornbush is IGN's Senior News Editor, host of Podcast Beyond!, and PlayStation lead. Talk to him on Twitter @jmdornbush.

Hitman 3 will be released on Nintendo Switch as a cloud-based version of the game. Announced in today's Nintendo Direct Mini, no release date was given for the game, but it confirmed that you'll need a persistent internet connection to play it on Nintendo's hybrid handheld. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/hitman-3-nintendo-switch-announcement"] Hitman 3 is due for release on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, Stadia and PC on January 20 - the lack of date might imply that this version will arrive later, although that's not confirmed. This was far from the only announcement in today's not-so-Mini Direct, and we've got everything announced in one handy place. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Joe Skrebels is IGN's Executive Editor of News. Follow him on Twitter. Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.

Hitman 3 will be released on Nintendo Switch as a cloud-based version of the game. Announced in today's Nintendo Direct Mini, no release date was given for the game, but it confirmed that you'll need a persistent internet connection to play it on Nintendo's hybrid handheld. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/hitman-3-nintendo-switch-announcement"] Hitman 3 is due for release on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, Stadia and PC on January 20 - the lack of date might imply that this version will arrive later, although that's not confirmed. This was far from the only announcement in today's not-so-Mini Direct, and we've got everything announced in one handy place. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Joe Skrebels is IGN's Executive Editor of News. Follow him on Twitter. Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.

Nintendo has presented a brand new Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase that featured such games and announcements as Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity's demo, Bravely Default 2's delay, Control's Cloud Version on Switch, and much more. You can find a breakdown of each announcement below!

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity's Demo Is Available Now

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/hyrule-warriors-age-of-calamity-official-demo-trailer"] While we still have to wait a little bit for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, a free demo is now available in the Nintendo eShop. The demo will let let players experience both the action and the story of this upcoming prequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Furthermore, this Direct revealed that the Divine Beasts will also be playable

Bravely Default 2 Delayed to 2021

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/bravely-default-ii-introducing-the-asterisk-holders-trailer"] Originally scheduled for release in 2020, Bravely Default 2 for the Nintendo Switch has been delayed to February 26, 2021.

Control: Ultimate Edition - Cloud Version Announced for Nintendo Switch

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/control-ultimate-edition-cloud-version-trailer"] Remedy's Control: Ultimate Edition is available now on Nintendo Switch in a new cloud version of the game, which will need an constant internet connection to play.

Hitman 3 - Cloud Version Coming to Nintendo Switch

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/hitman-3-nintendo-switch-announcement"] It was also revealed that a Cloud version of Hitman 3 will also be released on Nintendo Switch. Hitman 3 is scheduled to be released on other platforms on January 20, 2021, but this trailer only said "coming to Nintendo Switch."

No More Heroes 3 Footage Shown, No More Heroes and No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle Are Now Available on Switch

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/no-more-heroes-iii-nmh-1-nmh-2-nintendo-direct-mini-partner-showcase-trailer"] No More Heroes 3 was featured in this Nintendo Direct Mini, but it won't be released until 2021. However, it was also announced t hat both No More Heroes and No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle, which were both originally released on Nintendo Wii, are available now on Switch.

Immortals Fenyx Rising Gets a New Trailer Ahead of Its December 2020 Release Date

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/22/immortals-fenyx-rising-story-trailer"] Ubisoft's Immortals Fenyx Rising got a new-look trailer in this Nintendo Direct Mini, and it showcased the open-world game that will have you facing off against Greek gods as a new winged demigod named Fenyx. It will be released on Nintendo Switch and other platforms on December 3, 2020.

Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town Will Arrive on Switch in 2021

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/story-of-seasons-pioneers-of-olive-town-announcement-trailer"] The newest entry in the Story of Seasons franchise - Pioneers of Olive Town - will be released on Nintendo Switch on March 23, 2021 and will let players cultivate a farm, chop down tree, discover flora and fauna, raise animals, and much more.

Part Time UFO, From the Developers of the Kirby Series, Is Now Available on Switch

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/part-time-ufo-launch-trailer"] Part Time UFO, which is developed by the Kirby series' HAL Laboratory, is a colorful game in which players become an adorable and helpful UFO. You must perform part-time jobs and all the challenges can be done with a another! Part Time UFO is available now.

Tropico 6 - Nintendo Switch Edition Announced for November 2020

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/03/29/tropico-6-review"] Tropico 6 will make its way to Switch on November 6, and will put the players in the shoes, once again, of El Presidente as he has to build and rule an island, take care of subjects' needs, and send agents to steal world monuments.

Surviving the Aftermath Brings a Post-Apocalyptic Future to Switch in Spring 2021

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/05/18/surviving-the-aftermath-new-gameplay-trailer"] Surviving the Aftermath tasks players to survive and thrive in a post-apocalyptic future. Build a colony, protect your people, and restore civilication when Surviving the After math launches on Switch in Spring 2021.

Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia Launches in November 2020

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/07/13/bakugan-champions-of-vestroia-official-announcement-trailer"] Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia got another trailer and its release date of November 3, 2020, was confirmed.

Griftlands: Nintendo Switch Edition, the Deck-Building Roguelite Game, Arrives on Switch in Summer 2021

Every decision matters in Griftlands: Nintendo Switch Edition as you make your way through this deck-building roguelite game. Each playthrough is different with different jobs to take on, friends or enemies to make, and cards to collect. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.