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Day of the Devs 2026 - everything announced in the big Summer Game Fest indie showcase
Day of the Devs showcased a variety of indie games, including Blood Dungeon, Tenebris Somnia, Mr. Records, 33 Immortals, Dreadmoor, Threads of Time, N Plus Infinity Times Two, Into the Unwell, Bub, Lazy River, Prove You're Human, Ithaca, Screenbound, Shot One Fighters, Apple Crumble, Slap Out of It, Super Yooka-Laylee Kart, Into the Fire, Trine 6: Together in Time, and When Sirens Fall Silent. Several titles received release dates or new gameplay details, with many heading to PC and consoles.
Tenebris Somnia announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Tenebris Somnia, a 2D retro survival horror adventure game featuring live-action cutscenes, is set to launch in 2026 for both the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. Developed by Saibot Studios and published by New Blood Interactive, the game aims to blend classic survival horror elements with a distinct 8-bit or 16-bit aesthetic.
A Worldwide Lineup of Indies Comes to BitSummit PUNCH!
Ukiyo Studios is collaborating with various developers and publishers to showcase over 50 indie games at BitSummit PUNCH in Kyoto. The exhibition will feature diverse titles ranging from platformers and racing games to mysteries and horror, with unique interactive experiences like playing Graveyard Keeper 2 inside a coffin and No, I’m not a Human with a real door.
Women-Led Games and Latin American Games Showcases Return This Summer with a Sizzling Display of Updates and Reveals
The Women-Led Games and Latin American Games Showcases will return on June 4th, ahead of Summer Game Fest, to reveal updates and news for various indie titles. The Latin American Games Showcase will feature 80 titles including Shade Protocol and Colorbound, while the Women-Led Games Showcase will highlight games like Soulframe and We Were Here Tomorrow, hosted by Briana White, Rebecca Ford, and Megan Everett.
After 5 years in early access, one of Steam's best-rated shooters goes on sale one last time before a price increase: "Don't say we didn't warn you!"
New Blood Interactive announced that the retro FPS Ultrakill will increase its base price on Steam to reflect its substantial content additions, including the recent LAYER 8: FRAUD update. This marks the first price hike since 2022, with a final sale currently active before the increase.
Zelda: Twilight Princess PC port forced to change its name, and for once Nintendo has nothing to do with it
The unofficial PC port of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, previously known as Dusk, has been renamed Dusklight due to a trademark conflict with the FPS game Dusk. The developers of the port and New Blood Interactive, the publisher of Dusk, reached a mutual agreement to avoid confusion. New Blood Interactive has also offered some Dusk Switch keys to the Dusklight community and hinted at a potential crossover.
Blood West DLC “Scavengers” launches this summer
Publisher New Blood Interactive and developer Hyperstrange have announced that the stealth first-person shooter Blood West will receive new downloadable content titled "Scavengers" this summer, launching on June 3rd. This DLC will introduce an endless roguelite mode to the game, featuring familiar characters and challenges. Blood West is currently available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
Dave Oshry, CEO of New Blood Interactive, will never uninstall Doom from his PC, and has over 488 hours in Fallout 76:…
New Blood Interactive CEO Dave Oshry discusses his PC gaming habits, highlighting Doom as a game he'll never uninstall and Fallout 76 as the game he has the most hours in. He shares his passion for CRPGs and FPS games, and details upcoming updates for titles like Fallen Aces and Gloomwood.
Faith: The Unholy Trinity Launches on PS5 April 9, 2026
New Blood Interactive and Airdorf Games announced that their pixel horror compilation, Faith: The Unholy Trinity, will launch on PlayStation 5 on April 9, 2026. The game, which features exorcisms and combat against cultists, was previously released on PC and Xbox Series X|S.
FAITH: The Unholy Trinity coming to PS5 on April 9
New Blood Interactive and Airdorf Games announced that the pixel horror game collection FAITH: The Unholy Trinity will be released on PlayStation 5 on April 9. The collection features the original FAITH game along with two new chapters.
Devil May Cry 5, Blood West, Hell Is Us Ratings Indicate Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Releases – Rumor
Ratings for Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition, Blood West, and Hell Is Us have appeared for the Nintendo Switch 2, suggesting upcoming releases. While publishers Capcom, New Blood Interactive, and Nacon have not officially announced these titles for the platform, their appearance on rating boards indicates potential new game announcements. The exact release dates for these games on the Nintendo Switch 2 remain unknown.
Nvidia DLSS 5 is "gen AI bullsh*t" that "looks like sh*t" says Dusk developer New Blood
Dave Oshry and David Szymanski of New Blood Interactive, developers of Dusk and Iron Lung, have strongly criticized Nvidia's new DLSS technology, calling it 'gen AI bullshit' and stating that it 'looks like shit'. Their comments express significant dissatisfaction with the visual quality and underlying technology of Nvidia's latest AI upscaling offering.
ALANAH PEARCE LAUNCHES CHARRED PICTURES, A CREATOR-FIRST PRODUCTION COMPANY FOCUSED ON VIDEO GAME ADAPTATIONS FOR FILM AND TELEVISION
Creator Alanah Pearce has launched Charred Pictures, a new production company focused on adapting video game intellectual property for film and television. The company aims to collaborate closely with original developers to maintain authenticity and creative vision. Initial projects include adaptations of the upcoming horror game "Dead Take" and the survival horror trilogy "Faith: The Unholy Trinity."
Issues and Activism
The CEO of New Blood Interactive has called for industry action against Nvidia's DLSS technology, suggesting that developers should refuse to collaborate with Nvidia to "cripple their sales and tank their stock price." This statement comes amid ongoing discussions about the impact of DLSS on game development and sales.
"At this rate, why make game art at all?": Nvidia DLSS 5 demands a sale damaging and stock tanking fightback, argues New Blood boss
Dave Oshry, CEO of New Blood Interactive, argues that Nvidia's upcoming DLSS 5 technology, which incorporates generative AI, is detrimental to game development and art. He urges players and developers to boycott the technology to pressure Nvidia into focusing on more traditional advancements rather than AI-driven features that he believes compromise game visuals and artistic integrity.
'Cripple their sales, tank their stock price. Stop collaborating with them as developers': New Blood CEO on…
New Blood Interactive co-founder Dave Oshry and developer David Szymanski have voiced strong criticism against Nvidia's new DLSS 5 AI rendering technology. They argue that the AI-driven approach disrespects artistic intent, potentially devalues game art, and that features like DLSS are becoming effectively mandatory in modern games, despite their performance and visual drawbacks.
Morning Interviews
New Blood Interactive boss Dave Oshry has reiterated his support for GOG, expressing concern over the digital storefront's future. The article also mentions a 'Matt Chat' video featuring Will Lewis of Rose City Games.
"We need to push back harder": Nvidia's DLSS 5 "AI slop" filter is being torn apart by industry veterans from Baldur's Gate 3, Palworld, and many more
Industry veterans from games like Baldur's Gate 3 and Palworld are criticizing Nvidia's new DLSS 5 AI upscaling technology, labeling it "AI slop" and "dogshit." Developers from New Blood Interactive, Epic Games, Pocketpair, and Larian Studios have voiced concerns about the uncanny visual results and the potential normalization of lower quality graphics for future generations.
DOOM IDKFA, Blood Swamps, DUSK, Iron Lung, AMID EVIL, Music, Guitars, Cold Brew Coffee, and More – TouchArcade
Composer Andrew Hulshult discusses his extensive work in video game music, particularly for titles like DOOM, DOOM II, Rise of the Triad, DUSK, and AMID EVIL. The interview covers his creative process, the evolution of his sound, challenges in the industry, and his personal experiences working on various projects, including the DOOM Eternal DLC and the film soundtrack for Iron Lung.
Nintendo "Cagey" About Letting Games On Switch 2, Wants To Avoid "Slop Fest"
Nintendo is reportedly being selective about which games are approved for the Nintendo Switch 2's eShop to prevent it from becoming oversaturated with low-quality titles, unlike the original Switch's eShop. New Blood Interactive CEO Dave Oshry confirmed they have Switch 2 dev kits and are awaiting approval to launch their game, Dusk, which runs at 120fps with mouse controls.
