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MXGP 26 Gets New Pre-Order Trailer Ahead of October 1st Launch
Nacon and Artefacts Studio have released a new pre-order trailer for MXGP 26, showcasing enhanced visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5 and dynamic track deformation. The upcoming motorcycle racing game launches October 1st on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, featuring content from the 2026 motocross season and various customization options.
Brands keep promising sim racing ecosystems, but Nacon is one of the few starting to follow through
The article criticizes brands for overusing the term "ecosystem" for sim racing gear, with Nacon being a notable exception for actually following through on promises of expanding product lines. While other companies like Turtle Beach and Thrustmaster have faltered in supporting their ecosystems, Nacon's Revosim range, including new accessories and an Aston Martin F1 customization kit, shows potential. The future success of Revosim hinges on its ability to expand to consoles and maintain momentum.
Nacon just dropped a mountain of racing news, including a €280 direct drive wheel and the future of WRC
Nacon revealed a significant amount of racing game and hardware news, including the REVOSIM RS Lite, a €280 direct drive wheel launching in 2026. The company also provided updates on MXGP 26, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, Gear.Club Unlimited 3, Endurance Motorsport Series, and teased the future of its WRC titles.
One of the best sim racing brands for Xbox and PC is finally partnering with PlayStation, but I hope it can hold onto…
Moza Racing, a popular sim racing hardware brand known for its value on PC and Xbox, is officially partnering with PlayStation and Polyphony Digital. This collaboration will result in an officially licensed, Gran Turismo-branded sim racing wheel controller, aiming to make professional-grade sim racing more accessible to PlayStation gamers. The partnership signifies a major expansion for Moza into the PlayStation ecosystem, with further announcements expected.
The Sinking City 2 visar skräck, action och pussel i nytt gameplay
The Sinking City 2, developed by Frogwares, will feature more horror, action, and puzzle-solving elements compared to its predecessor. A new gameplay trailer showcases investigation mechanics and confirms an August 18 release date for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Dragonkin: The Banished Grows Bigger With Free Dracomundus Purgatory Update And Cross-Play
Dragonkin: The Banished has received a major free update titled Dracomundus Purgatory, introducing cross-play across Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The update also adds a challenging new endgame mode, Dracomundus Purgatory, and a weapon progression system called Voracious Weapons.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Review - Tainted by over-promises
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is a co-op indie game that suffers from poor optimization, frequent crashes, and a lack of clear explanations for its mechanics. Despite a promising premise involving a sanity system, the gameplay loop is repetitive and unenjoyable, especially in solo play. The game's numerous bugs and foundational issues make it a disappointing experience that likely should have been released in Early Access.
The new Warhammer Blood Bowl published by Slitherine will be out in fall, and I'm looking forward to it because I…
Slitherine will release Warhammer Blood Bowl in fall, an update to Blood Bowl 3 that brings it in line with the tabletop game's third season edition. The update will include two new teams, Tomb Kings and Bretonnians, and a new "Rumble Mode." Players who own Blood Bowl 3 will receive Warhammer Blood Bowl for free, with existing teams and cosmetics carrying over.
I Wanted RoboCop: Rogue City 2 And All I Got Was This TV Series Announcement
Amazon MGM Studios has officially greenlit a new RoboCop television series, with Peter Ocko serving as showrunner and James Wan as a producer. The article also discusses the recent game RoboCop: Rogue City by Teyon, its standalone expansion, and Teyon's upcoming game Hunter: The Reckoning - Deathwish, while noting publisher Nacon's insolvency.
Edge of Memories developer Midgar Studio is being liquidated
A French court has ordered the liquidation of Edge of Memories developer Midgar Studio, following an insolvency filing by its owner, Nacon. Despite efforts to find a buyer, no deal could be completed in time. Nacon and other subsidiaries like Spiders, Kylotonn, and Cyanide also filed for insolvency earlier this year due to financial issues with their parent company, Bigben Group.
Valve suggests memory crisis is "still getting worse," admitting, "we're limited by memory capacity, for sure"
Valve engineers have stated that memory and storage supply issues for the Steam Machine are worsening, with retail availability lagging bulk supply by three to six months due to high demand from the AI industry. Despite these challenges, Valve insists the Steam Machine's roadmap will not be impacted. Separately, Midgar Studio has been ordered to liquidate after failing to secure a buyer, with founder Jérémy Zeler-Maury expressing deep regret over the closure.
Court orders Midgar Studio to liquidate after failing to secure a buyer
Midgar Studio, the developer behind Edge of Eternity, is closing down after a court ordered its liquidation due to failure to secure a buyer. Founder Jérémy Zeler-Maury expressed his sadness at the closure, thanking the team, partners, and players for their support over the studio's 18-year history. Nacon subsidiaries Spiders and Kylotonn also recently filed for insolvency.
MXGP 26 Announced
NACON and Artefacts Studio have announced MXGP 26, the latest installment in the motocross racing simulation series. The game is set to launch in October for PC and consoles, featuring a transition to Unreal Engine 5.
Nacon reveal MXGP 26 with overhauled visuals and physics
Nacon has announced MXGP 26, the official video game of the FIM Motocross World Championship, featuring overhauled visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5 and new motorcycle physics. The game will include dynamic track deformation, realistic rider animations, and official 2026 season content with elite riders and customizable machines. MXGP 26 is set to launch in October for PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.
MXGP 26 Announced for PC, Consoles With October 2026 Release Window
Nacon and Artefacts Studio have announced MXGP 26, set to release in October for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The game will feature new motorcycle physics, dynamic terrain deformation, and content from the official 2026 motocross season. This entry marks a significant shift as it is the first in the franchise to be developed using Unreal Engine 5.
New PS5 Action Game With a Lovecraftian Twist Hits PlayStation Store Today
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, a new four-player co-op action game with a Lovecraftian theme, has been released on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5. Developed by ACE Team and published by Nacon, the game challenges players to search for treasure in a hostile jungle while avoiding horrors and managing a madness system that distorts perception. It is available for $29.99, with a Deluxe Edition priced at $39.99.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu – Where Madness Is the Real Enemy
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, a co-op psychological horror game developed by ACE Team and published by Nacon, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC with Xbox Play Anywhere and crossplay support. The Lovecraft-inspired title features survival and exploration elements, a madness system that distorts player perception, and proximity voice chat for up to four players.
THE MOUND: OMEN OF CTHULHU CALLS UPON ADVENTURERS – NOW AVAILABLE ON PC AND CONSOLES
NACON and ACE Team have released their co-op horror game, The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S with crossplay support. Players form an expedition of up to four explorers during the Conquistador era to search for a legendary city, facing hostile creatures and sanity-bending phenomena. The game is loosely inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's short story 'The Mound'.
The Mound Omen of Cthulhu Launches on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S | Invision Game Community
NACON and ACE Team have launched The Mound Omen of Cthulhu, a cooperative horror adventure inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's "The Mound." The game is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S with full crossplay. Players form an expedition team to explore a forgotten land, facing psychological horror, sanity mechanics, and the threat of fallen teammates returning as enemies.
Revosim's gear shifter and handbrake are a great start to this sim racing ecosystem, but the bundle's price is starting to grow too
The Nacon Revosim RS Pure Hybrid Shifter and Load Cell Handbrake offer excellent build quality and satisfying performance for sim racing enthusiasts. While they integrate well into the Revosim ecosystem and offer USB-C compatibility, their high price point and persistent issues with out-of-the-box game compatibility across titles like Forza Horizon 5 and EA Sports WRC prevent them from being a universal recommendation.
