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Human: Fall Flat veterans launch new UK studio Pretty Cool Games
Veterans of Human: Fall Flat, Sitara Shefta and Will Dudley, have launched a new UK-based independent studio called Pretty Cool Games. The fully-remote outfit has secured financing from Hypergryph's investment arm, Coreblazer, for its debut project, a double-A, physics-based game focused on player expression.
Human: Fall Flat veterans launch new UK studio Pretty Cool Games with funding from Arknights developer Hypergraph
Human: Fall Flat veterans Sitara Shefta and Will Dudley have launched a new UK-based studio, Pretty Cool Games, with undisclosed funding from Arknights developer Hypergryph. The studio aims to build a sustainable and fair environment for employees, drawing inspiration from Nintendo, Hazelight, Disney theme parks, and The Pink Panther for its debut title. Pretty Cool Games is currently a team of four and plans to expand, with a focus on rewarding employees through share schemes.
Arknights: Endfield on PS5 Pro: Upgraded PSSR launches with Version 1.4
Arknights: Endfield's Version 1.4 update, launching July 16, will introduce upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) support for the PlayStation 5 Pro, enhancing visual clarity and performance. This update also brings a major story expansion with Chapter 3, new regions, operators like Arcane and Liino, and new gameplay modes including Echoes of War and The Rooted Realm.
Arknights: Endfield Celebrates its Half-Year Milestone with ‘Homecoming’ Update on July 16
Arknights: Endfield is releasing its 'Homecoming' update on July 16, 2026, marking the game's half-year anniversary. This update introduces the largest main-story map expansion since launch, focusing on the Wuling storyline, and adds two new playable operators, Arcane and Liino. The update also includes significant AIC system expansions, new activities, quality-of-life improvements, and special celebration rewards for players on PlayStation 5, PC, and mobile devices.
POP IN FOR A NEW ADVENTURE WITH CO-OP PUZZLE PLATFORMER POPUCOM’S FREE 1.2 UPDATE - OUT NOW
POPUCOM, the co-op puzzle platformer from GRYPHLINE and Fireshine Games, has received its free 1.2 update. This update introduces a new story level called Fallen Laputa, two new minigames, and cosmetic items. The update is available now on PC and Nintendo Switch.
Arknights: Endfield Charts a New Path with ‘Sketches of Lost Heirlooms,’ Coming June 5
GRYPHLINE announced that the latest update for Arknights: Endfield, titled ‘Sketches of Lost Heirlooms,’ will be available on June 5, 2026. This free update introduces new playable characters Mi Fu and Camille, a new region called Sword Vault Dale, and the fan-favorite Contingency Contract game mode. The update also brings significant quality-of-life improvements to factory management, progression, and the user interface.
Arknights: Endfield Deepens the Wuling Storyline in ‘At the Wake of Spring,’ Arriving April 17
GRYPHLINE announced that the free update 'At the Wake of Spring' for Arknights: Endfield will be available on April 17, 2026. This update introduces major story developments in the Wuling storyline, including the first direct battle against Nefarith and the playable debut of Zhuang Fangyi. It also expands exploration content and factory-building systems on PC, PlayStation 5, and mobile devices.
Players are apparently spending 'tens of hours' building factories in Arknights: Endfield as dev says the…
Developer Hypergryph reports that players are spending significant time, even tens of hours, building factories in Arknights: Endfield, exceeding expectations. This unique blend of factory management and action RPG combat, described as Factorio meets Genshin Impact, is credited for players spending more time in the game compared to similar titles.
Arknights Endfield Dev Says PS5 Players Want More Than a Genshin Impact Clone
The developers of Arknights Endfield are focused on differentiating their game from similar titles like Genshin Impact by incorporating automation and factory-building elements. Lead developer Ryan explained that this approach aims to provide a unique player experience, encouraging more character combinations and longer engagement times compared to other open-world RPG gacha games.
"When we are going to make an open-world RPG, it's better played on high-end PCs": Arknights Endfield lead says it's a good thing "the player base of high-end PC gaming is increasing"
Ryan, lead for Hypergryph's Arknights: Endfield, believes high-end PC gaming is crucial for the success of open-world RPGs, noting the increasing player base in regions like Japan and China. He suggests that while mobile game growth is slowing, PC platforms are becoming more vital for complex titles like Arknights: Endfield, especially in a market influenced by games like Genshin Impact.
Arknights: Endfield dev says launching a new gacha RPG in a post-Genshin Impact world is tough when "some titles are so similar that players go into a game for 1 hour and they know what will happen in the next 20 hours"
Hypergryph lead developer Ryan acknowledges the difficulty of launching a new gacha RPG like Arknights: Endfield in a crowded market, especially with titles often feeling similar to Genshin Impact. He highlights the game's unique factory-building mechanics as a key differentiator that encourages longer player engagement and plans for future gameplay additions to keep the experience fresh.
Arknights: Endfield lead says good gacha systems don't "impact the player's ability to enjoy the gameplay," and Endfield is "trying" to fix its confusing gacha
Ryan, lead developer for Arknights: Endfield, discussed the game's confusing gacha system and monetization methods in an interview. He stated that a good gacha system should not impede a player's ability to enjoy the gameplay, regardless of whether they are free-to-play or paying users. The team is working to refine the system based on player feedback and data.
Press Start on April: GeForce NOW Brings 10 Games to the Cloud
GeForce NOW is adding ten new games in April, including the launch of Capcom's Pragmata and Hypergryph's Arknights: Endfield. The cloud gaming service will also feature Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection and numerous other titles throughout the month. Players can experience these games with high settings and performance across various devices.
The Best Gacha Games To Spend Time With In 2026
This guide highlights the best gacha games available in 2026, showcasing a variety of genres from action RPGs to strategy titles. Games like Genshin Impact, Infinity Nikki, and Limbus Company are featured for their unique gameplay, storytelling, and free-to-play friendly models across platforms like PC, PlayStation 5, Android, and iOS.
