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Serious Sam: The Third Encounter har utannonserats
Croteam has announced Serious Sam: The Third Encounter, the next installment in the main series, which will continue the story from The Second Encounter. The game promises new worlds, larger enemy hordes, bigger weapons, and cooperative play. It is in early development and not expected this year. Separately, Croteam also showed gameplay for The Talos Principle 3, slated for release next year.
Holy crap, they're making Serious Sam: The Third Encounter
Croteam and Devolver Digital have announced Serious Sam: The Third Encounter, a new mainline entry in the long-running first-person shooter series. The game is in early development and will serve as a direct continuation of Serious Sam: The Second Encounter. The article also discusses the perceived shortcomings of Serious Sam 4 and the recently released roguelite Serious Sam: Shatterverse.
"Thank you, Hades" - Evil Empire on indie game discovery, how Steam early access has changed, and the rise of AI tools
Evil Empire's CEO Thomas Pfeiffer and Head of Business Ben Laulan discuss the studio's growth from supporting Dead Cells to developing Castlevania: Belmont's Curse and The Rogue Prince of Persia. They highlight the success of their Triple-i Initiative for indie game discovery and share insights on collaborations with larger publishers. The pair also express concerns about the impact of AI on the creative process and the meaning of game development.
Det första gameplayet från The Talos Principle 3 är här
Croteam and Devolver Digital have released the first gameplay trailer for The Talos Principle 3, the final installment in the puzzle adventure series. The game, set to launch in 2027 for PC and PlayStation 5, will feature new mechanics and a conclusion to the narrative.
Triple-I Initiative October 2026: Everything Announced At The Showcase
The Triple-I Initiative showcase featured a variety of new game announcements and updates, including Aftergods, Waltz and Jam, Among Us Story: On Guard, and Brotato: Primal Dread. Many of these titles are slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with some also heading to Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms. Several games also have demos available on Steam.
Serious Sam: Shatterverse Review – It’s seriously… something
Serious Sam: Shatterverse is a roguelite cooperative first-person shooter that brings back the series' signature big guns and crass humor, but struggles to maintain fun over repeated attempts. While the weapon variety and core mechanics are satisfying, the game suffers from a slow unlock pace, repetitive content, humorless dialogue, and numerous bugs, particularly with its online multiplayer. The developers at Behaviour Interactive have introduced some interesting systems, but they ultimately fail to keep runs fresh, leading to a "mishmash of different systems" that doesn't quite work.
Serious Sam: Shatterverse – A Brand New Take on a Classic
Behaviour Interactive discusses their design philosophy for Serious Sam: Shatterverse, aiming to blend the classic Serious Sam feel with modern FPS roguelike elements. The developers emphasize accessibility, peer-to-peer multiplayer, and a complete standalone experience, with support for future DLC.
AI is 'just a plagiarism machine that makes people lose their jobs' in the eyes of The Talos Principle…
Narrative designers Jonas and Verena Kyratzes from Croteam express strong skepticism about the current applications of AI in game development, calling it a 'plagiarism machine' that harms creativity and leads to job losses. They argue that while the underlying technology is impressive, its current use in profit-driven systems is detrimental, and the focus should be on labor issues rather than the technology itself.
Serious Sam: Shatterverse släpps den 31 augusti
Serious Sam: Shatterverse, a cooperative spin-off developed by Behaviour Interactive, is set to release on August 31. The game allows up to five players to team up as different versions of Sam from various realities to fight against Uber Mental and his lieutenants, utilizing both classic and new weapons, enemies, and modifiers.
Half-Life-inspired Invariant re-announced following Steam delisting, but was "never meant to be" a clone
Invariant, a survival horror game heavily inspired by Half-Life and developed by Faros Game Studio's Josip Makjanić, has been re-announced and is available for wishlisting on Steam after a previous delisting. Makjanić stated the game was "never meant to be" a clone and was rebuilt from scratch with a clear direction after initial development issues. The game is being rebuilt in the Godot engine for Windows and Linux.
Invariant is a Antarctica based horror coming from a former Serious Sam dev
Faros Game Studio, founded by former Croteam developer Josip Makjanić, is developing Invariant, a first-person horror game set in an Antarctic research facility. Influenced by The Thing, Half-Life, and F.E.A.R., the game tasks players with surviving dangerous creatures and uncovering the mystery behind the facility's collapse. A release date has not yet been announced.
Invariant Re-Announced
Faros Game Studio has re-announced Invariant, a survival horror first-person shooter originally revealed in 2024. The studio was founded by Croteam veteran Josip Makjanić.
Invariant Re-Announced [Updated]
Faros Game Studio has re-announced Invariant, a survival horror first-person shooter. The game was initially revealed in 2024 by a development team including Croteam veteran Josip Makjanić.
Talos Principle 3 will definitely be the last one in the series, because 'so many videogames just don't end, and then you have an endless kind of cliffhanger'
Croteam has confirmed that The Talos Principle 3 will be the final installment in the series, aiming to provide a conclusive narrative arc rather than an endless franchise. Writer Jonas Kyratzes and game director Davor Hunski emphasized the importance of a satisfying ending for the thoughtful puzzle game, contrasting it with other media that often leave stories unresolved. While a small spinoff is possible, the main story of The Talos Principle concludes with the third entry.
Award-Winning 2023 PS5 Adventure Game 70% Off on PS Store
The critically acclaimed PlayStation 5 adventure game, The Talos Principle 2, is currently available for 70% off on the PlayStation Store. Developed by Croteam and published by Devolver Digital, this limited-time deal brings the price down to $8.99 until Thursday, May 28. The game is a first-person puzzle experience that expands on philosophical themes and features mind-bending challenges.
The Best PC Games To Play In 2026
This guide highlights the best PC games available in 2026, spanning various genres and including both recent releases and enduring live-service titles. The list emphasizes games that run well on PC, with considerations for hardware and accessibility, and notes that many titles are also playable on devices like the Steam Deck.
The Talos Principle 3 ist das epische Finale von Croteams philosophischer Puzzle-Saga und erscheint bald für PC und PlayStation 5.
Croteam and Devolver Digital have announced The Talos Principle 3, the concluding chapter of their philosophical puzzle series, set to release soon for PC and PlayStation 5. The game will send players on a cosmic journey through over a dozen worlds, featuring new challenges that test the laws of physics.
More gorgeous laser puzzles await you in The Talos Principle 3, the "final chapter" in the series
Developer Croteam has announced The Talos Principle 3, the final chapter in the series, which will launch sometime next year. The puzzle game will feature new mechanics and explore the mysterious place called the Anomaly, following the events of Talos II. The game is available to wishlist on Steam.
Sequel to Hit PS5 Adventure Game Gets Release Date Window
Croteam and Devolver Digital have announced that The Talos Principle 3, the final installment in the puzzle-adventure franchise, is set to release in 2027 for PlayStation 5. The game will feature complex puzzles set in a world where the laws of physics do not apply, tasking players with uncovering the history of a lost civilization.
The Talos Principle 3 revealed to be "coming soon"
Croteam and Devolver Digital have announced The Talos Principle 3, the concluding chapter of their first-person puzzle series. The game is described as "coming soon" to PC and PlayStation 5, featuring complex puzzles, a narrative exploring life and death, and a new original soundtrack. The story will delve into the history of humanity's future and the mysterious "Anomaly."
