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Bafta Games 2026 nominees announced and it’s another Clair Obscur sweep
The nominations for the Bafta Games Awards 2026 have been announced, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with 12 nominations, matching its record at The Game Awards. Dispatch and Arc Raiders also received multiple nominations, including for Best Game. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault Receives First Big Early Access Update
Digital Sun and 11 bit studios have released a significant update for Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault, currently in Steam Early Access on PC. This update introduces a new combat path called HEX, new equipment like the Blo-Blitz dual guns, expanded perk sets, new shop cosmetics, and a wave-based Greed Colosseum challenge mode. The full 1.0 release is planned for later in 2026 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault Receives First Big Early Access Update
Digital Sun and 11 bit studios have released a significant update for Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault, currently in Steam Early Access on PC. The 'Greed & Glory' update introduces a new combat path called HEX, the Blo-Blitz dual guns, twenty new combat rooms, expanded perk sets, and a wave-based challenge mode called the Greed Colosseum. The full 1.0 release is planned for later in 2026 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault Early Access ‘Greed & Glory’ update now available
Publisher 11 bit studios and developer Digital Sun have released the "Greed & Glory" update for the Early Access title Moonlighter. This update introduces new content and features to the game.
Everything Announced in the Indie World Showcase - March 3, 2026 - NintendoFuse
Nintendo showcased 18 upcoming indie games for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 during its Indie World Showcase. The event featured announcements for titles like Blue Prince, Rotwood, and Mixtape, with release dates spanning from March 2026 to Q4 2026. Several games will feature special versions for the Switch 2 and some will include Joy-Con 2 mouse controls.
'Moonlighter 2' Mixes Zelda-Inspired Dungeon Crawling And Shopkeeping On Switch 2
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault, developed by Digital Sun and published by 11 Bit Studios, is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch in 2026. The sequel retains the core gameplay loop of dungeon crawling and selling loot, but introduces 3D isometric graphics instead of the original's pixel art.
Nintendo Indie World roundup for 3rd March, 2026
Nintendo's Indie World Showcase revealed numerous upcoming indie titles for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch systems, with many launching throughout 2026. Several games, including Rotwood, Minishoot’ Adventures, and Blue Prince, were available immediately after the presentation. The showcase featured a wide range of genres and gameplay styles from various independent developers.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault is now in Early Access, offering a 3D isometric take on the shop management and dungeon crawling loop of its predecessor. Developed by Digital Sun, the game features roguelike elements in its dungeons and a shop system for selling salvaged loot. While the core gameplay is satisfying and more refined than the original, players may encounter performance issues and some underdeveloped features due to its early access state.
"Climate change isn’t about AI itself, it's about progress" - 11 Bit talk Frostpunk: 1886 and questions of scale
11 bit studios game director Maciej Sułecki discusses Frostpunk: 1886, a remake plus plus of the original Frostpunk, and the studio's approach to scale and player empathy across their games. He also touches on the use of AI in development and the broader implications of progress and climate change, drawing parallels to the themes explored in the Frostpunk series.
Death Howl Brings Its No-Mercy Deckbuilding to Consoles
The soulslike deckbuilder Death Howl, developed by The Outer Zone and published by 11 bit studios, has launched on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S (day one with Xbox Game Pass), and Nintendo Switch. The game features grid-based tactical combat with over 160 cards and a narrative centered on a mother's journey to reclaim her son. An expansion titled 'Rebirth' is planned for March 2026.
Clair Obscur wins Game of the Year at DICE Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive won Game of the Year at the 29th annual DICE Awards, alongside four other accolades including Role-Playing Game of the Year. Ghost of Yōtei received four awards, including Adventure Game of the Year. The event also saw Evan Wells inducted into the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame.
Secret Mode busted out of the Tencent-owned Sumo Group last year. Now what?
Secret Mode, an indie publisher owned by Sumo Group (which is in turn owned by Tencent), has successfully gained independence with the help of investment firm Emona Capital. This move came after Sumo Group announced a shift to exclusively focus on development services. Secret Mode's CEO Ed Blincoe and chief publishing officer James Schall detail the rapid acquisition process and the publisher's subsequent growth, including new hires and ambitious projects like Star Wars: Galactic Racer.
The 10 Best Video Games of 2025
This article ranks the 10 best video games released in the first half of 2025, highlighting titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and Elden Ring Nightreign. The list features a diverse range of genres, from action RPGs and JRPGs to kart racers and survival games, praising innovation, storytelling, and gameplay mechanics.
