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GTA 6 shipping without discs "feels unfair to studios still backing physical," Lords of the Fallen 2 boss says, and Sony's certainly not helpingCI Games CEO Marek Tyminski expressed concern over Rockstar Games' decision to ship Grand Theft Auto 6 without physical discs and Sony's planned discontinuation of PlayStation disc production in 2028. Tyminski argues these moves are unfair to studios still supporting physical releases, citing lower revenue and higher costs compared to digital sales. He confirmed Lords of the Fallen 2 will still receive a physical disc release, but acknowledged the increasing difficulty in justifying the format.
What are we all playing this weekend?Several members of the gaming team shared their weekend plans, which include continuing walkthroughs of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Lords of the Fallen, trying out demos for Onimusha: Way of the Sword and Lullabies Made of Static, and returning to games like Soulframe and Overwatch. One team member is also focusing on coding a game prototype with their brother.
Fan Favorite 2023 PS5 RPG 67% Off on PS Store, Lowest PriceThe 2023 action RPG Lords of the Fallen is available for 67% off on the PlayStation Store, marking its lowest price to date. Developed by Hexworks and published by CI Games, the game is priced at $9.89 until July 16. A free demo is also available for the title, which features challenging combat, deep storytelling, and a player-vs-player multiplayer mode.- Tails of Iron II: Whiskers of Winter x Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree Bundle Now Available on SteamUnited Label has released a limited-time bundle on Steam featuring the dark fantasy action RPGs Tails of Iron II: Whiskers of Winter and Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree. The bundle is available with a 10% launch discount until July 9, 2026, offering players dozens of hours of challenging combat and character progression across two distinct hand-crafted worlds.
Lords of The Fallen 2 Delayed to 2027 As CI Explains WhyCI Games has announced that Lords of the Fallen 2 has been delayed to 2027. CEO Marek Tyminski stated that the extra time will allow for further refinement and polishing of the game's experience, citing feedback from a dedicated team of Soulslike veterans. The delay is also intended to avoid a crowded release calendar, including the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI.
Lords of the Fallen II delayed to 2027, to avoid the GTA 6 crunchCI Games and Hexworks have delayed Lords of the Fallen II to Q1 2027, citing a desire to avoid the competitive release window of Grand Theft Auto VI and to further refine the game. The sequel will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, and will feature new biomes inspired by Asian mythology and a katana weapon class.
Lords of the Fallen 2 försenas till 2027CI Games has announced that Lords of the Fallen 2 has been delayed to the first quarter of 2027. This decision was made based on feedback from their team, allowing for further refinement of the game and to avoid competing with major releases at the end of the year. The company also previously ended its exclusivity deal with Epic Games Store, meaning the game will be available on Steam at launch.
Lords of the Fallen 2 Delayed to Q1 2027 to Deliver “The Highest Possible Quality at Launch”CI Games has delayed Lords of the Fallen 2 to the first quarter of 2027 to ensure the highest possible quality at launch, according to CEO Marek Tyminski. The decision was made after feedback from a dedicated Souls-like veteran team identified opportunities for refinement. This updated window also strategically positions the game outside of the competitive holiday season.- Lords of the Fallen II DelayedCI Games CEO Marek Tyminski announced that Lords of the Fallen II has been delayed from its original fall release window into the first quarter of next year. The delay is intended to allow for further improvements to the game.
Lords of the Fallen 2 Retreats from Insane Fall Release Schedule, Delayed into 2027 on PS5Lords of the Fallen 2 has been delayed from its planned autumn 2024 release into the first quarter of 2027. Publisher CI Games stated the delay is to refine the game based on feedback from a dedicated Souls-like veteran team. This revised window also strategically positions the title outside of a competitive holiday period.
Grand Theft Auto 6 puts another body in the trunk: Lords of the Fallen 2 is delayed to early 2027CI Games has delayed Lords of the Fallen 2 to early 2027, citing the need for additional development time and to strategically avoid the competitive holiday season, particularly the November release of Grand Theft Auto 6. CEO Marek Tyminski stated the delay will allow for further integration, iteration, and polishing to ensure a high-quality launch.
Lords Of The Fallen 2 Delayed To Avoid GTA 6 And Get More “Enhancements”CI Games has delayed Lords of the Fallen 2 from its original 2026 release to the first quarter of 2027. CEO Marek Tyminski stated the extra time will be used for enhancements and to avoid competition with Grand Theft Auto 6's November 2026 launch. The delay aims to allow for further refinement and polishing of the dark fantasy action-RPG.
Lords of the Fallen II delayed to Q1 2027CI Games and Hexworks have delayed Lords of the Fallen II from its planned fall 2026 release to the first quarter of 2027. The delay is intended to allow for further refinement and polishing of the Soulslike action RPG, which will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC. The decision was made after considering feedback from a dedicated group of Souls-like veterans.
Lords of the Fallen 2 Showcases Katanas, Magic, and Bare Fisted Combat in New GameplayCI Games has released new gameplay footage for Lords of the Fallen 2, highlighting its combat system with various weapons including katanas, magic, and bare-fisted attacks. The game is set to launch this Fall for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, with a day-one Steam release.
Lords of the Fallen II gets full coop progression from day 1 and confirms a Katana class is in the gameCI Games has revealed that Lords of the Fallen 2 will feature full cooperative progression from day one, allowing players to unlock items and complete quests together. The developers also confirmed the addition of a katana weapon class, inspired by popular demand from the Souls-like community, aiming for a savage yet graceful combat style.
Lords of the Fallen II Reveals Brutal New Gameplay at Nintendo Direct; Nintendo Switch™ 2 Version Confirmed for 2026 ReleaseCI Games has confirmed that Lords of the Fallen II will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 system in 2026, marking the first time the franchise will appear on a Nintendo platform. The soulslike action-RPG will also launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, featuring Unreal Engine 5 visuals and an enhanced combat system.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Everything Announced!Nintendo held a surprise Nintendo Direct presentation showcasing numerous upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The showcase included new releases, ports of existing games, and DLC announcements across various genres, with many titles slated for release in late 2026 and into 2027.
Lords of the Fallen II adds Switch 2 versionLords of the Fallen II is confirmed to be launching on the Nintendo Switch 2 this fall, alongside its previously announced PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC versions. Game director James Lowe stated that the team is working to ensure the game's dark fantasy world and combat translate well to the platform, targeting a stable 30 frames per second with Unreal Engine 5 visuals. This sequel aims to evolve the franchise with faster combat, a richer world, and expanded enemy and boss rosters.
Everything Announced at Nintendo Direct June 2026Nintendo's June 2026 Direct presentation showcased a wide array of upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Key announcements included Rhythm Heaven Groove, Onimusha Way of the Sword, Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, Stellar Blade, and a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The presentation also revealed new entries in series like Fire Emblem, Ninjula, Xenoblade Chronicles, and Kingdom Hearts, alongside various ports and spin-offs.- Lords of the Fallen 2 is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 This FallCI Games has announced that Lords of the Fallen 2, a sequel to the 2023 action RPG, will be released for Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC this Fall. The game will feature a more fluid combat system, expanded Umbral exploration, and shared campaign progress for co-op play. Lords of the Fallen 2 will also launch on Steam.