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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, 2026
Orbitals, 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 2
Orbitals, 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 September
Publisher 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 boost
The 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 Feature
A 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 bump
The 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 2026
This 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.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 9, 2026 – Tomodachi Life, Pokemon Pokopia in the top three
The UK software sales chart for the week ending May 9, 2026, shows Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia holding strong in the top three. EA SPORTS FC 26 remains at the number one spot, with Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition and Mario Kart World rounding out the top five.
Anticipated supercannon sim PVKK delayed until 2027, but for the kind of reason you want to hear
The supercannon simulation game PVKK has been delayed until 2027 by developer Bippinbits. Game director René Habermann stated the delay is to allow for further improvements and to implement new ideas that have emerged during development. The studio has also expanded its team significantly to support the game's increased scope.
10 Best Fantasy RPGs to play in 2026
This list highlights ten of the best fantasy RPGs available across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, catering to various playstyles from story-driven epics to challenging combat experiences. It includes a mix of new releases and enduring classics, with a focus on games that deeply integrate fantasy elements into their gameplay and world.
Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Renoir actor Andy Serkis is "so thrilled" for Sandfall Interactive devs after their debut RPG's success: "It's such an emotional story"
Actor Andy Serkis, who voiced Renoir in Sandfall Interactive's debut RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, expressed his excitement for the developers' success. Serkis noted the significant shift in how actors perceive video game roles, moving from skepticism to genuine interest in the medium. He highlighted that the industry now offers lucrative and artistically fulfilling opportunities comparable to film.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 2, 2026 – Tomodachi Life rises top the top
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has claimed the top spot in the UK software sales chart for the week ending May 2, 2026. The chart features a variety of titles from major publishers like Nintendo, Bandai Namco Entertainment, and Electronic Arts, with Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and EA Sports FC 26 also appearing in the top rankings.
10 Best third-person RPGs to play in 2026
This article ranks the top 10 third-person RPGs available in 2026, highlighting games that excel in gameplay, story, and overall experience. The list includes titles like Fable Anniversary, Dragon Age: Inquisition, Fallout 4, and the newly released Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, offering a diverse range of RPG experiences.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Sales Surpass Eight Million Units
Publisher Kepler Interactive and developer Sandfall Interactive announced that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has sold over eight million units. The game, available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, also received a free anniversary update with new cosmetic items and bug fixes. The title is a turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics, developed in Unreal Engine 5.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Celebrates First Anniversary - GameHaunt
Sandfall Interactive is celebrating the first anniversary of their debut RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which launched on April 24, 2025. The studio has released a free update adding new character haircuts and fixing bugs, alongside new artwork and merchandise. The game has achieved significant success, selling over 8 million copies and becoming the most downloaded new third-party release on Xbox Game Pass in 2025.
Expedition 33 Anniversary: 8M Sales, Free Update & More | Invision Game Community
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is celebrating its one-year anniversary with over 8 million copies sold worldwide and becoming the most downloaded new third-party release on Xbox Game Pass in 2025. A free update is available, adding new anniversary haircuts and bug fixes. The game's soundtrack has achieved over 617 million streams, and a limited-time 20% discount is live on Steam.
CLAIR OBSCUR: EXPEDITION 33 CELEBRATES 1ST ANNIVERSARY
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 celebrates its first anniversary with new artwork, a free game update featuring anniversary haircuts, and a limited-time 20% discount on Steam. The game has sold over 8 million units globally and was the most downloaded new third-party release on Xbox Game Pass in 2025. New merchandise collaborations and community emotes have also been released.
Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Surpasses 8 Million Sales Worldwide in 1 Year
Sandfall Interactive and Kepler Interactive announced that their turn-based RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has sold over eight million units worldwide, coinciding with its first anniversary. The game features real-time combat mechanics, character customization, and exploration across various locations inspired by Belle Époque France. It is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 sales top eight million
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has surpassed eight million sales one year after its release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The turn-based RPG, developed by Sandfall Interactive and published by Kepler Interactive, also saw significant sales milestones shortly after its launch in April 2025.
