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Yerba Buena Review - C'mon baby, do the locomotionYerba Buena is a first-person puzzle shooter set in a gamified 1970s San Francisco, featuring a unique cassette-tape-powered firearm and a copy-and-paste mechanic for transferring object properties. Developed by Mad About Pandas and published by Focus Entertainment, the game offers around ten hours of cerebral, physics-based challenges with a quirky narrative and charming retro aesthetic, despite some minor platforming imprecision.
Space Marine 2 lead thinks that the Warhammer universe is "up there" with The Lord of the RingsOliver Hollis-Leick, creative director for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, believes the Warhammer universe's vast history and storytelling potential are comparable to that of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. He highlights Warhammer's flexibility in adapting to various game genres and its rich lore as key strengths.
The future of European publishing is diversity, not concentration | OpinionDespite financial struggles at major European publishers like Ubisoft and Embracer, the continent's game publishing sector is thriving with smaller, focused companies. These firms prioritize creative niches, sensible scale, and long-term stability over rapid growth, producing successful titles across various genres and demonstrating a diverse and healthy industry landscape.- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Gets Chapter Pack, Patch, and Free TrialSaber Interactive and Focus Entertainment have released a new Iron Hands Chapter Pack for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. Alongside the DLC, a patch and a free trial for the game have also been launched.
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 shadowdrops its Purgation Update just in time for the Warhammer Skulls FestivalFocus Entertainment and Saber Interactive have released the Purgation Update for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, coinciding with the Warhammer Skulls Festival. This free update for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC players includes a new PvE Operation, a significant revamp of Siege Mode, new weapon and armor cosmetics, and the Iron Hands Chapter Pack for Season Pass 2 owners. A free trial is also available for the game.
Void Crew Maximum Calamity Update Out Now on PC and ConsolesFocus Entertainment and Hutlihut Games have released the 'Maximum Calamity' update for Void Crew, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This major update introduces new hazards like black holes, new enemies, new weapons, and expanded mission types. It also adds mod support for PC players and a supporter's pack DLC.- Void Crew’s "Maximum Calamity" Major Update Is Now Available on PC & ConsolesFocus Entertainment and Hutlihut Games have released the 'Maximum Calamity' update for Void Crew, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This major update introduces new threats like Black Holes and enemies, alongside new weapons and community-requested features such as Fleet Battles and expanded mod support on Steam. A new DLC, the 'Calamity Supporter’s Pack,' is also available.
- Celebrate 10 Years of Warhammer Skulls This May: Expect Updates on Space Marine 2, Darktide AND Exciting World Premieres!Games Workshop announced the return of Warhammer Skulls, a showcase for Warhammer video games, taking place on May 21st. The event will feature updates and world premieres from various developers, including anticipated titles like Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. Additionally, sales on select Warhammer video games will run until May 28th.
- Uppföljare till Aliens: Fireteam Elite utannonseradA sequel to the co-op shooter Aliens: Fireteam Elite has been announced, titled Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. The game will feature up to four players battling xenomorphs, with new enemy types, five distinct classes, and team-based mechanics encouraging cooperation. Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is set to release this summer on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 revealed to arrive this "Summer"Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is set to launch this summer, developed by Cold Iron Studios and published by Daybreak Game Company. The sequel will feature squads of four players, a greater variety of Xenomorph threats, a customizable Specialist class, and a dedicated horde mode. The game aims to provide a definitive co-op Aliens experience, improving upon its predecessor.
Valve's £85 Steam Controller sells out almost immediately, before popping up on resale sites like eBay for well over £100Valve's new Steam Controller sold out within 30 minutes of its release, with prices on resale sites like eBay quickly exceeding £150 in the UK and $300 in the US. Separately, Focus Entertainment announced that Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 will receive a third year of post-launch support, including free updates and DLC content.
Space Marine 2 has done so well, it's getting a third year of post-launch supportFocus Entertainment announced that Space Marine 2 will receive a third year of post-launch support, including free updates and DLC content. The company also revealed the full roadmap for year two, which includes new champion packs, cosmetic items, a Techmarine champion class, a new PvE map, and challenging Ordeals. A sequel, Space Marine 3, is also in development.
'Your duty is not yet done' — Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is so popular that it's getting…Developer Saber Interactive has announced a surprise third year of post-launch content for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, extending support through 2026. This decision comes after the game achieved over 12 million players and was recently added to Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus Game Catalog.
Gamescom Latam shows Brazil's dev scene has huge potential, but it's waiting for a spark | OpinionGamescom Latam in São Paulo highlights Brazil's growing game development scene, which possesses strong industry infrastructure and government support frameworks. However, a significant lack of funding and investment is hindering its potential to reach the next level, with industry figures emphasizing the need for financial incentives and tax breaks to attract further investment and foster growth.- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Has Done So Well, Live Support Has Been Officially Extended Into a Third YearPublisher Focus Entertainment has announced that live support for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has been officially extended into a third year. This indicates a continued commitment to post-launch content and updates for the game.
Space Marine 2 Hits 12 Million Players, Gets New Cosmetics | HappyGamerFocus Entertainment announced that Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has reached 12 million players. The update also introduced new cosmetic options for all classes, including cloaks, iron halos, and tabards. The company also teased a Year 3 roadmap, indicating a commitment to long-term support for the game.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Celebrates 12 Million Players, to Get More Content in Year 3Focus Entertainment announced that Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 will receive post-launch content for a third year, with updates planned for Q2 and Q3 of Year 2, including new missions, modes, weapons, and cosmetics. The game has also surpassed 12 million players. Content originally planned for Year 2 that was not included will roll over into Year 3.
PS5's Plague Tale Prequel Still Set for 2026, Story Details RevealedAsobo Studio has confirmed that its prequel to the A Plague Tale series, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, is still scheduled for a 2026 release. The game will feature Sophia, a character from A Plague Tale: Requiem, in a story set 15 years before the events of the first two titles. The developers are currently focused on testing and refining game mechanics.
6 weeks after releasing Greedfall: The Dying World, famed Eurojank studio Spiders is closingFrench RPG studio Spiders is closing six weeks after the release of its latest game, Greedfall: The Dying World. The closure is a result of financial troubles affecting its parent company, Nacon, which filed for insolvency. Despite efforts to sell the studio, no buyer was found, leading to liquidation.
Game Con Canada Unveils VIP Ticket PerksGame Con Canada, Canada's largest gaming convention, has announced the perks for its first-ever VIP ticket holders. The VIP package, priced at $350, includes an all-access weekend pass, early entry, VIP seating, and a swag pack with various games and collectibles from companies like Focus Entertainment and Warner Bros. Canada.