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Bancho The Chef Gets New Details in Mintrocket Dev Dive
Mintrocket has revealed new details about Bancho The Chef, a standalone prequel to Dave the Diver. The game follows Bancho as he travels across Asia to study seafood cuisine, featuring cooking, exploration, and progression systems. It will be released on PlayStation 5 and PC, utilizing DualSense features on the PS5 for a more tactile cooking experience.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.
Weekend Console Download Deals for June 12: PlayStation Mid-Year Deals
PlayStation is offering mid-year deals on titles like ARC Raiders and Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, with additional free games for PlayStation Plus members. Xbox features Capcom publisher sales, including Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition, while the Nintendo eShop also has Capcom discounts. Various other publishers like Atari and RGG Studio also have sales across platforms.
Vi tar #spelhelg med gamla pirater och nya spelleksaker
Several editorial staff members share their gaming plans for the weekend, which include a mix of new and old titles. Games mentioned range from Dave the Diver and Monkey Island to Final Fantasy X, Star Fox, Gothic, and various James Bond titles, alongside Microsoft Flight Simulator and NGL Biathlon.
Dave The Diver Developor Mintrocket Announces New Mobile Game Godzilla Defense Force: X
Mintrocket, the developer of Dave The Diver, has announced several new projects. This includes a new mobile strategy game titled Godzilla Defense Force: X, which will cover 70 years of Godzilla history and is planned for an early 2027 release. Additionally, the studio confirmed that Dave The Diver will launch on Android and iOS in August.
Evening Multiplex
The "Evening Multiplex" article highlights upcoming content and announcements across several games. Dave the Diver is celebrating its 3rd anniversary with a DEV DIVE event revealing DLC and new games. For Honor is releasing its Content Of The Week on June 11, and a long gameplay trailer for Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy has been released.
Dave the Diver Dev's New Game Bancho the Chef Will Make 'Extensive Use' of PS5's Controller
Mintrocket's upcoming game, Bancho the Chef, a prequel to Dave the Diver, will heavily utilize the PlayStation 5's DualSense controller features, including haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. The game will focus on Bancho's journey learning seafood cuisine across Asia, featuring cooking simulation and adventure gameplay with various minigames.
Dave the Diver swims onto iOS and Android this August
The underwater roguelite and restaurant management game Dave the Diver is set to release on iOS and Android devices in August. This marks the game's expansion to mobile platforms.
15 PS5 Games from Last Week's Livestreams We're Dying to Play
Several major livestreams last week revealed a multitude of anticipated PlayStation 5 games, including sequels and new entries in established franchises. Titles like Alien: Isolation 2, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, and Marvel's Wolverine were highlighted, alongside new IPs such as Gen Atlas and The Lost Wild, generating significant excitement among players.
15 PS5 Games from Last Week's Livestreams We Can't Wait to Play
This article highlights 15 upcoming PlayStation 5 games that generated excitement from recent livestreams. The list includes anticipated titles like Alien Isolation 2, Marvel's Wolverine, and Silent Hill: Townfall, alongside sequels and new IPs across various genres. The author expresses enthusiasm for the diverse range of experiences coming to the platform.
Everything Announced at the PC Gaming Show on Sunday, June 7
The PC Gaming Show featured over 20 world premieres and more than 60 games, including new titles like Wielders of the Essence, Star Trek: Outposts Unknown, and Stronghold 4. Many games announced, such as Warhammer 40,000: Darktide - Skitarii Class and Abiotic Factor: Entropic Break DLC, are available to wishlist on Steam, with several offering demos.
Nintendo pre-order updates – June 7, 2026 – Rayman Legends Retold, Toy Story, more
Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for the week of June 7, 2026, detailing upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2. The list includes a variety of games such as Rayman Legends Retold, Toy Story: Retro Roundup, and Splatoon Raiders, alongside amiibo and book releases across North America, Canada, and the UK.
Every game, trailer, and announcement in the PC Gaming Show 2026
The PC Gaming Show 2026 showcased over 60 games, including more than 20 world premieres, with a focus on roguelites, deck-builders, and action RPGs. Many titles featured demos or playtests available on Steam, with announcements ranging from new DLC for existing games to entirely new IPs. The event also included interviews and behind-the-scenes looks at upcoming PC titles.
Dave the Diver becomes a real boy in this new live-action trailer for the upcoming In the Jungle DLC
A new live-action trailer has been released for Dave the Diver's upcoming 'In the Jungle' DLC, launching on June 18. The trailer showcases new gameplay elements including photography, rhythm games, and combat against jungle creatures, alongside land-based activities and relationship building reminiscent of Stardew Valley. The DLC will introduce the new Utara Lake area with mangrove trees and sunken ruins.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – June 7, 2026 – Yoshi reclaims the top spot
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of June 7, 2026, show "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book" reclaiming the top spot. "Mina the Hollower" dropped to fourth place, while "eFootball Kick-Off" debuted at eighth. The charts list the top-selling games and download-only titles on the platform.
Reaction: Leaks Robbed State of Play of Its Biggest Surprise, But Show Still Spotlighted Many PS5 Games I'll Buy
This opinion piece reflects on Sony's latest State of Play presentation, noting that while the show itself is well-produced, leaks diminished the impact of major reveals like the new God of War. Despite the lack of surprise, the author was pleased with the number of upcoming PlayStation 5 games showcased, indicating a strong lineup for the platform.
Hur bra blir Gothic-remaken? Gissa FZHS-betyget i dag!
FZ High Score season 11 is underway, with participants challenged to predict the average Opencritic score for Gothic 1 Remake by Friday. The remake of the 2001 action RPG is set to release soon, alongside the survival game Solarpunk. The article also lists deadlines for predicting scores for several other upcoming games.
BANCHO THE CHEF Announced
Mintrocket has announced BANCHO THE CHEF, a genre-blending adventure game that serves as a prequel to DAVE THE DIVER. The game will feature the sushi chef protagonist from DAVE THE DIVER and is set to release on PC and PlayStation 5.
BANCHO THE CHEF Officially Unveiled from the Team Behind DAVE THE DIVER
Mintrocket, the developer of DAVE THE DIVER, has officially unveiled its new game, BANCHO THE CHEF. This title blends cooking simulation with RPG elements, following Bancho's culinary journey across Asia. The game will be released on PC and consoles, with a wishlist option available on Steam and the PlayStation Store.
PlayStation State of Play 2026 June : God of War Laufey, Marvel's Wolverine and Major Surprises |
Sony's June 2026 State of Play showcased a variety of upcoming PlayStation titles, including God of War Laufey, Marvel's Wolverine, Until Dawn 2, and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis. The presentation also featured new looks at Rayman Legends Retold, Kemuri, and several games slated for a busy September 2026, such as Control Resonant, Silent Hill: Townfall, Dune: Awakening, and Phantom Blade Zero.
