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Xbox Game Pass Is Getting Very Busy With Five New Arrivals
Xbox Game Pass is adding five new games this week, including Marvel Cosmic Invasion, Planet of Lana II, Routine, Ultimate Sheep Raccoon, and Ninja Gaiden 4. RuneScape: Dragonwilds also recently joined the service. The additions span various genres and platforms, offering a broad selection for subscribers.
Long Rest Tavern is a cozy D&D management game with some familiar faces from Baldur's Gate 3 – and yes,…
Dungeons & Dragons: Long Rest Tavern is a cozy management simulation game set in the D&D universe, featuring familiar elements from Baldur's Gate 3. Developed by Homo Ludens and published by Dotemu, the PC title is slated for a 2027 release. Players can customize their tavern, hire staff with various skills, and even tame mimic chests, offering a unique way to engage with the D&D world.
Dotemu Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Streets of Rage 4, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge, and more at new low prices
Dotemu is holding a sale on the Nintendo eShop, offering significant discounts on titles like Streets of Rage 4, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, with some games reaching new low prices of up to 80% off. The sale runs until September 10, 2026.
Forget Slaying Dragons — This New D&D Game Hands You a Tavern Instead
Dungeons & Dragons: Long Rest Tavern, developed by Homo Ludens and published by Dotemu, is a new PC title set to release in 2027. Players will manage a tavern in the Forgotten Realms, focusing on expansion, decoration, recipe crafting, and serving adventurers. Satisfied patrons can be sent on quests, with outcomes influenced by D20 rolls and party composition, while an overarching plot involving a ghost bard unfolds.
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster Showcases Sneaky Gameplay In New Trailer
Old Skull Games and Dotemu have released a new trailer showcasing gameplay for Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, a 2D stealth action title. Players control a Skaven assassin navigating a dangerous world, utilizing shadows and strategic gameplay. The game is planned for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in 2027.
Heroes of Might & Magic 3 gets off to a bumpy start on Steam after Ubisoft forgot to include the game itself in the…
Ubisoft's recent launch of Heroes of Might and Magic 3 on Steam was marred by an issue where the game files were missing from the download, resulting in a very small file size and negative player reviews. The company has since acknowledged and resolved the problem, releasing an update that includes the necessary game files.
Evening Reading - August 24, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming news including Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, Marvel Snap's Draft mode, The Witcher 4 targeting a 2028 release, and a class-action lawsuit against Twitch. It also mentions new games like Blasterbug: Last Bug Standing and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, as well as updates for Elden Ring and The Duskbloods.
Dotemu hot drops free 'bomb-em-up' party game Blasterbug: Last Bug Standing!
Dotemu has surprise-released Blasterbug: Last Bug Standing!, a free-to-play party game inspired by classic Bomberman titles. Available now on PC, the game supports up to 8 players online or locally across 15 arenas and five modes, featuring 15 different bug characters. This release is described as a thank-you to fans for their support of Dotemu's retro-style projects.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion: The Siege of Castle Doom DLC brings new characters & modes in fall 2026
Dotemu and Tribute Games have announced The Siege of Castle Doom, a new DLC for Marvel Cosmic Invasion, set to launch in fall 2026 on PC and consoles. This expansion will introduce two new playable characters and a new game mode centered around Doctor Doom. The base game was released in December 2025 and previously received DLC in May 2026.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion reeals Siege of Castle Doom DLC
Dotemu and Tribute Games have announced the Siege of Castle Doom DLC for Marvel Cosmic Invasion, set to release this fall. The DLC will introduce a new game mode centered around Doctor Doom, along with two new playable characters. Marvel Cosmic Invasion is a beat 'em up game where players team up as Earth and cosmic heroes to fight Annihilus and his allies across the galaxy.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion: The Siege of Castle Doom Lands This Fall, Adds New Characters and Game Mode
Tribute Games announced the second paid DLC for Marvel Cosmic Invasion, titled The Siege of Castle Doom, which will launch this Fall. The DLC will feature Doctor Doom and add two new playable characters and a new game mode. It will be available on PC and consoles including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and older generation consoles like PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
ABSOLUM STRIKES NINTENDO SWITCH 2 PHYSICAL SEPTEMBER 17
The roguelite game Absolum is set to release physically on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 17, 2026, for £44.99 / €49.99 / $49.99. Developed by Silver Lining Interactive, Dotemu, Guard Crush Games, and Supamonks, the game features fast-paced combat and roguelite progression. Special editions of the original Absolum for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch are also available.
Starship Troopers Ultimate Bug War! Review | Invision Game Community
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! is a 5-hour first-person shooter that offers a retro-style experience. Players alternate between controlling Samantha "Sammy" Dietz on a revenge quest and playing as the Assassin Bug. The game features live-action cutscenes, solid voice acting, and a pixelated art style that fits the franchise's theme, though some mission designs become repetitive.
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! Review | TheXboxHub
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! offers a retro FPS experience with large maps and numerous bugs, though its presentation uses 2D sprites reminiscent of early Doom. The gameplay focuses on objective-based missions and satisfying combat with various weapons, but the sections where players control bugs are described as clunky. Overall, it's a decent entry for those seeking a straightforward shooter.
Co-op top-down action RPG Wardens of Avalon announced for PC
Wardens of Avalon, a co-op top-down action RPG, has been announced by publishers The Arcade Crew and Dotemu, and developer Rues Studio. The game will be available for PC via Steam in 2027, with a playtest planned for June. Players will rebuild Camelot and battle corrupted forces in Avalon.
Streets of Rage movie gains momentum as Sonic the Hedgehog writers and The Harder They Fall director board the adaptation
A live-action movie adaptation of the Streets of Rage franchise is moving forward at Lionsgate, with Jeymes Samuel directing and Pat Casey and Josh Miller writing. The film is described as leaning heavily into the cult classic beat 'em up action, iconic characters, and electronic soundtracks. The project is still in early development, with a rewrite expected.
Theos: Cities of Myth Announced
Dotemu has announced Theos: Cities of Myth, a new city-building and management game developed by Triskell Interactive, the creators of Pharaoh: A New Era. The game is set to launch on PC later this year.
Theos: Cities of Myth Revealed At The MIX Summer Game Showcase– A City Builder Immersed In Greek Mythology
Theos: Cities of Myth, a new city-building game inspired by Greek mythology, was revealed at The MIX Summer Game Showcase. Developed by Triskell Interactive and published by Dotemu, the game tasks players with building cities in tribute to one of seven Greek deities, balancing citizen needs with divine demands. It will be released on PC in 2026.
Dotemu annonce le city builder stratégique Theos: Cities of Myth, prévu sur PC en 2026
Dotemu and Triskell Interactive have announced Theos: Cities of Myth, a new city-building strategy game set in Ancient Greece, scheduled for release on PC in 2026. Players will build colonies to honor Greek deities, managing resources and citizen needs while appeasing gods to gain divine favor. The game promises deep strategic gameplay with modern innovations, inspired by classic city builders.
Theos: Cities of Myth is another classical city builder from Pharaoh: A New Era’s devs
Dotemu and Triskell Interactive have announced Theos: Cities of Myth, a new city building and management game set in ancient Greece. Releasing later this year for PC, the game is a spiritual successor to Pharaoh: A New Era and features cities dedicated to specific Greek deities. Players will need to manage citizens' needs, produce goods, and can recruit armies for defense or conquest.
