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Hunt: Showdown leaves PC & Xbox Game Pass in May 2026
Crytek has announced that Hunt: Showdown will be removed from PC and Xbox Game Pass in May 2026. The developer stated the game will be on sale for players who have been using the subscription service.
Marathon isn't deathmatch gone wide, it's multiplayer Alien: Isolation and every other player is a xenomorph
Marathon is described as a multiplayer evolution of single-player stealth experiences like Alien: Isolation, where other players act as intelligent, listening threats. The game emphasizes sound design and player-driven pacing, allowing for avoidant strategies similar to classic titles like Thief and Far Cry. Bungie's approach creates persistent ambiguity and a tense atmosphere, making it a compelling experience for stealth fans.
Jesper Kyd interview - ‘I am in love with video game music’
Composer Jesper Kyd discusses his lifelong passion for video game music, tracing its evolution from the early demo scene to modern orchestral and electronic scores. He emphasizes the importance of melody and originality, drawing inspiration from his formative years with the Commodore 64 and Amiga. Kyd also touches on his work across various titles like Assassin's Creed and State of Decay 3, his approach to scoring open-world games, and his thoughts on the future of music composition in the industry, including the role of AI.
This mobile game has been made using AI for a year now – and no one noticed
InnoGames has been using AI to generate all content for its mobile game Sunrise Village for the past year without players noticing. This shift, driven by financial underperformance, reduced the development team from 25 to 2-4 people, allowing the game to remain profitable. While employees like senior lead artist Lémuel Wuibout express admiration for the tools and see efficiency gains, concerns about job security and the future of creative roles persist across the industry.
Far Cry's name is very ironic, if you're an armchair etymologist
This article explores the etymology of the word 'explore' and its ironic connection to the Far Cry video game series. It delves into how the original meaning of 'crying out' can be reinterpreted in the context of player actions in open-world games, suggesting that player input and presence can be seen as a form of vocalization within the game world.
The best extraction shooters on PC or: how I learned there are other games like Arc Raiders
This article explores the extraction shooter genre on PC, highlighting seven recommended games. It details the core mechanics of securing loot and the risk of losing it upon death, while also noting the genre's flexibility with examples ranging from PvP-focused titles like Arc Raiders and Marathon to singleplayer experiences like Escape from Duckov and the hardcore simulation of Escape from Tarkov.
More than 15 years after it was revealed to the world, the game once envisioned as Crytek's big move into the online military shooter scene is finally closing
Publisher My.Games announced that the online military shooter Warface: Clutch will shut down for PC players on May 27, more than 15 years after its initial reveal by Crytek. The game, which saw its development team split off to form Blackwood Games before My.Games took over, maintained a small but steady audience despite a rocky launch.
Hunt: Showdown keeps experimenting with the extraction genre, and its next twist sounds irresistible: Soon, extraction…
Hunt: Showdown is experimenting with its extraction shooter formula in the upcoming Devil's Trail event, starting March 18. This event will hide supply and extraction points at the start of a match, requiring players to discover them through in-game maps or by interacting with new Scout Towers. Additionally, the event introduces "The World Remembers" feature, which expands passive tracking by leaving more permanent traces of player actions in the game world.
Every Game Delayed Right Now (2026 Edition)
Numerous video games scheduled for release in 2025 and 2026 have been delayed, with developers citing reasons such as the need for additional polish, relocation due to conflict, or engine changes. Notable titles affected include Grand Theft Auto VI, Ark 2, Fable, and Path of Exile 2, with new release windows now extending into late 2026 or beyond for many.
25 Best First-Person Shooters You Can’t Miss In 2026
This guide highlights 25 of the best first-person shooter games available, focusing on newer titles that are easily accessible and offer engaging experiences. It covers a range of FPS subgenres, from competitive multiplayer and immersive VR to single-player campaigns with deep stories and unique mechanics.
