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Orbitals is a 1980s anime story uniquely structured for two playersOrbitals is an upcoming co-op adventure game from Shapefarm that features a unique 1980s anime art style. Players control two young friends, Maki and Omura, aboard a collapsing space colony, using distinct tools and teamwork to solve puzzles and keep the station functioning. The game is set to launch exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3.
PlayStation goes all-digital, lessons learned for Square Enix, and what happens when fantasy projects collide with the…Sony PlayStation will discontinue physical game disc production for new games starting January 2028, coinciding with the closure of the PlayStation Store on PS3 and Vita. Meanwhile, Cyberpunk 2077 has surpassed 40 million players, and CD Projekt Red is consolidating its brand. IO Interactive's fantasy RPG Project Fantasy faces uncertainty as Xbox funding has been pulled.
"They're usually just really boring" – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 lead says "perfect" games are like people with "no personality"Guillaume Broche, creative director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, believes that games striving for perfection often become boring, comparing them to people with no personality. He argues that imperfections and quirks, like those found in the Devil May Cry series and even his own award-winning RPG, contribute to a game's charm and make it more endearing.
Highly Anticipated PS5 Sci-Fi Adventure Game DelayedThe highly anticipated PlayStation 5 sci-fi adventure game Ontos has been delayed from its original 2026 release window to sometime in 2027. Frictional Games stated that the delay is necessary to achieve the game's ambitious scope and depth. Ontos will also be available on Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 lead says the idea turn-based RPGs are "old-school" is "total nonsense," because they're "incredibly satisfying" in a way action games aren'tGuillaume Broche, director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, argues that the idea of turn-based RPGs being 'old-school' is 'total nonsense,' stating they offer a unique and incredibly satisfying intellectual reward that action games do not. He contrasts the strategic planning and execution in turn-based combat with the dexterity-focused gameplay of action titles like Devil May Cry, emphasizing the brain-rewarding nature of the former.- ONTOS DelayedKepler Interactive and Frictional Games have announced a delay for their science fiction narrative mystery game, ONTOS. The game, originally slated for release on PC and consoles this year, will now launch at a later date. Further details regarding the new release window were not immediately provided.
Kepler Interactive acquires stake in indie publisher Oro Interactive from venture capital firmKepler Interactive has acquired a stake in Belgian indie publisher Oro Interactive from venture capital firm ForsVC. This marks ForsVC's first exit, yielding a significant return on investment in under two years. Oro Interactive will continue to operate independently with Kepler as its primary investor.
Resource management? Survival games are about time management.Seth Rosen, game director for Pacific Drive, argues that survival games are fundamentally about time management rather than just resource gathering or combat. He suggests that the core of these games lies in balancing various systems and tasks, which create pressure and stakes for the player. Rosen criticizes many survival games for lacking richness and meaningful goals, emphasizing that effective time management is key to creating engaging experiences.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet FestThis 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.- Get The Red Lantern for FreeThe survival game The Red Lantern is currently available for free on Steam. Developed by Timberline Studio and published by Kepler Interactive, the giveaway allows players to experience the game without purchase.
Grab a copy of Pacific Drive with our free Steam key giveawayKepler Interactive is offering a giveaway for its supernatural survival game, Pacific Drive, with ten free Steam keys available. The article also highlights a publisher sale on Steam, offering Pacific Drive at a 67% discount and its Whisper in the Woods DLC for 40% off until June 18.
Grab a free Steam key for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 with our giveawayA giveaway is offering free Steam keys for the RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, developed by Sandfall Interactive and published by Kepler Interactive. The game is set in a dark fantasy version of Belle Époque France and features turn-based combat. Kepler Interactive is also holding a publisher sale on Steam with a 20% discount on the game.- SOLASTA II ROLLS A NATURAL 20 ON CHARACTER CREATOR UPDATE Tactical Adventures has released a significant update for Solasta II's character creator, incorporating player feedback from its Early Access period. The update introduces enhanced body and facial customization options, new presets, hairstyles, voice pitching, and a character save system. This update aims to provide players with more tools to craft unique heroes and improve the overall presentation of their creations.
- ORBITALS LAUNCHES EXCLUSIVELY ON NINTENDO SWITCH 2 ON SEPTEMBER 3, 2026Orbitals, a retro anime-inspired co-operative adventure game developed by Shapefarm and published by Kepler Interactive, is set to launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3, 2026. The game will feature a standard and a deluxe edition with bonus DLC, and will include localized voiceovers in multiple languages upon release.
Orbitals Launches September 3 Exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2Orbitals, a cooperative adventure game developed by Shapefarm and published by Kepler Interactive, is set to launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3, 2026. The game features a retro anime aesthetic and will be available in Standard and Deluxe Editions, with pre-orders open now. Orbitals will also include full voice localization in multiple languages at launch.
Orbitals launches in SeptemberPublisher Kepler Interactive and developer Shapefarm announced that the co-op adventure game Orbitals will launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3rd. The game features a retro anime aesthetic and was developed using Unreal Engine 5, with cutscenes created in partnership with Studio Massket.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026 – Nintendo Switch 2 gives Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth a big boostThe latest UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026, shows Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth re-entering the top ten at number four following its release on the Nintendo Switch 2. Other titles like Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Kart World also charted within the top ten.
My incredibly late list of the 10 best games of 2025 - Reader's FeatureA reader has compiled a late list of their top 10 games from 2025, highlighting titles across various genres. Despite industry challenges, the year proved to be strong for gaming, with standout titles including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Hades 2, and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 16, 2026 – Tomodachi Life at #1, Indiana Jones gets Nintendo Switch 2 bumpThe UK software sales chart for the week ending May 16, 2026, sees Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream return to the number one spot. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle re-entered the top 40 at second place following the release of its Nintendo Switch 2 version.
10 Best RPGs on Steam to play in 2026This article lists and describes ten of the best role-playing games available on Steam, suitable for playing in 2026. It highlights titles such as Baldur's Gate 3, Disco Elysium, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and Fallout: New Vegas, detailing their unique features, gameplay mechanics, and suitability for platforms like the Steam Deck.