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Final Fantasy VII Revelations värld är både större och mer öppen än den i Rebirth
The director of Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Naoki Hamaguchi, stated that the third installment in the remake series will feature a fully explorable open world without loading screens. This contrasts with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, which used separate areas. The game is slated for release in Spring 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
EverRail Rolls Into Summer With New Public Demo Ahead of Early Access Release
Aesir Interactive has released a public demo for their upcoming survival craft game, EverRail, available on PC via Steam. The demo allows players to experience the game's frozen open-world setting, train mechanics, and resource management ahead of its Early Access launch later this summer. Feedback from the demo will be used to further develop the game.
Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet Revealed as Switch 2 Exclusive
GungHo Online Entertainment announced Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet, an open-world PvE action game exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2, launching in Spring 2027. The sequel expands on the original's combat with new features like weapon attributes and crafting, and introduces a story involving a mysterious stranger and a new planet. The game will support solo and co-op play for up to four players, with a playable demo at Anime Expo 2026.
Morning Crowdfunding
Kaido Genkai, an open-world racing RPG with anime influences, has launched a Kickstarter campaign. The game aims to combine high-speed racing with exploration elements.
Where Winds Meet is Out Today, With Exclusive XBOX Game Pass Benefits and a New Expansion on the Way
The Wuxia open-world action RPG Where Winds Meet is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and cloud gaming, with exclusive benefits for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members. The game also received a preview of its upcoming major expansion, Hidden Mountain, which will introduce a new mountainous region and the secretive Mohist sect.
Xenoblade Genesis Announced For Switch 2, Launching 2027
Nintendo has announced Xenoblade Genesis for the Nintendo Switch 2, slated for a 2027 release. The trailer revealed a massive open world set inside a planet, intense anime-style combat, and a new 'Anima' system. Nintendo will also release special editions for the first three Xenoblade games for the Switch 2.
Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet announced for Switch 2
GungHo Online Entertainment announced Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet for Switch 2, set to launch in spring 2027. This sequel transitions the series from player-versus-player to an open-world player-versus-environment experience, featuring high-speed Ninja-Gum Action combat, dungeons, and colossal bosses. The game will be told in a two-part story, with the first installment focusing on the protagonist being transported to an uncharted planet. A demo will be playable at Anime Expo 2026.
Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet announced
Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet is announced for a spring 2027 launch exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2. The sequel transitions the series to a full open-world adventure, featuring exploration, new combat mechanics, and cooperative boss fights for up to four players. GungHo Online Entertainment is developing the title.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation has a "far bigger" open world map than Rebirth, says director, and some Rebirth locations aren't the way you remember them
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will feature a significantly larger open world map than its predecessor, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, according to director Naoki Hamaguchi. The upcoming title will allow seamless exploration of the entire map via the Highwind airship, with some areas from Rebirth being altered. The game is slated for a Spring 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Smalland 2: Lost Realms Announced
Maximum Entertainment has announced Smalland 2: Lost Realms, a prequel to the miniaturized open-world co-op survival game Smalland: Survive the Wilds. Further details about the upcoming title are expected soon.
Maximum Entertainment Announces Smalland 2: Lost Realms
Maximum Entertainment has announced Smalland 2: Lost Realms, a prequel to Smalland: Survive the Wilds, set to launch this year on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the Epic Games Store, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version planned for 2027. The game will feature a larger world, deeper progression, creature companionships, and 10-player co-op, utilizing Unreal Engine 5 for enhanced visuals.
Airship survival RPG Echoes of Elysium receives major update for first-time user experience
Loric Games and Snail Games USA have released a major update (v0.18.5) for their airship survival RPG, Echoes of Elysium, focusing on improving the first-time user experience and onboarding. The update refines game systems to make learning the mechanics easier for new players. The game is also available at a 35% discount on Steam for a limited time.
State of Decay 3 playtests will expand this year ahead of 2027 release: "We are dying for players to come…
State of Decay 3 is slated for a 2027 release, with developer Undead Labs planning to expand alpha and beta playtests throughout the year. Creative director Kevin Patzelt expressed enthusiasm for player feedback, encouraging sign-ups on the official playtest website. The game will be available on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation 5.
Smalland 2: Lost Realms announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Maximum Entertainment has announced Smalland 2: Lost Realms, a sequel to the miniature-scale open-world survival adventure game, set to release on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027. The game will feature a larger world, deeper progression, creature companionships, and 10-player co-op, utilizing Unreal Engine 5 for enhanced visuals.
GTA 6 Release Date: Everything We Know So Far
Rockstar Games has announced that Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The game will feature a criminal couple, Lucia and Jason, as protagonists in the state of Leonida, which includes a modern take on Vice City. The article also touches on the game's ambitious scope, potential for a GTA Online component, and its significant anticipation within the industry.
Crazy Taxi World Tour will offer more freedom, bite-sized missions and fishing with a car
Crazy Taxi World Tour will feature increased player freedom and bite-sized missions, alongside an unexpected addition of car-based fishing. The game also confirms the return of The Offspring.
Solarpunk review – cosy and sustainable survival
Solarpunk is a cosy, open-world survival game that offers a sustainable and ecologically friendly approach to the genre. Players explore floating islands, craft tools, grow crops, and build bases at a relaxed pace, with optional co-op available. While it features some bugs and a leisurely progression that may not suit everyone, its admirable lack of hand-holding and unique atmosphere make it a compelling experience.
Valheim 1.0 arrives in September with the Deep North biome
The open-world survival game Valheim will officially leave Early Access on September 9th with its 1.0 update, introducing the new Deep North biome. This update will feature new enemies, crafting materials, food, and building options, along with a mysterious "massive structure" for end-game content. The release will also include full cross-play support across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox.
Astro Colony, Running Out Of Oxygen Is Fatal. Mine, Craft and Build in Space!
Astro Colony is a crafting, building, open-world survival game set in space where running out of oxygen is fatal. The author found the game enjoyable despite initial struggles with understanding mechanics and small text. The game ran acceptably on PC after lowering graphics settings, and the core gameplay loop of mining, crafting, and building proved to be fun.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Every Big Announcement Ranked and Explained
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a wide array of upcoming video game titles, with notable announcements including the third Final Fantasy VII installment, a remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica, and the long-awaited sequel to The Wolf Among Us. The event highlighted the increasing saturation of the game market and featured titles aiming for distinct identities to stand out.
