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Rogue Trooper Movie Teaser Trailer Released
The first teaser trailer for the fully animated sci-fi film Rogue Trooper, directed by Duncan Jones and based on the 2000 AD comic, has been released. The film features a voice cast including Hayley Atwell, Jack Lowden, and Sean Bean. The article also briefly mentions other gaming-related news including a Sonic the Hedgehog pop-up cafe, Metal Slug's 30th anniversary, ARC Raiders winning a BAFTA award, and upcoming film adaptations of Elden Ring and Dragon Ball.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead at BAFTA Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch each won three awards at the BAFTA Awards 2026. Clair Obscur secured Best Game, Debut Game, and Performer in a Leading Role for Jennifer English, while Dispatch won for Animation, Audio Achievement, and Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffrey Wright. Ilkka Paananen, CEO of Supercell, received a BAFTA Fellowship.
Expedition 33, Dispatch the Two Big Winners at the BAFTA Game Awards
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch were the top winners at the 2026 BAFTA Game Awards, each securing three awards. Expedition 33 won Best Game, Best Debut Game, and Performer in a Leading Role for Jennifer English. Dispatch took home awards for Animation, Audio Achievement, and Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffrey Wright.
No prizes for guessing what won Best Game at Bafta 2026 Games Awards
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was the dominant winner at the Bafta 2026 Games Awards, securing Best Game, Debut Game for Sandfall Interactive, and Performer in a Leading Role for Jennifer English. The Telltale Games style adventure Dispatch also received three awards for Animation, Audio Achievement, and Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffrey Wright. Supercell CEO Ilkka Paananen was controversially awarded the BAFTA Fellowship.
Games and movies are rushing to jump into bed while they're still getting to know each other | Opinion
The London Games Festival highlighted the growing excitement and challenges in adapting video games into films and TV shows. While interest and the number of projects are increasing, a significant gap in understanding between the gaming and film industries persists regarding deal-making and creative control. Both sides are learning to adapt to each other's business practices to capitalize on lucrative partnerships.
Revisiting Atomfall’s pasty-pocalyse survival jaunt a year on, I’ve finally been seduced by its hallucinated monks and jarred brains
A year after its initial release, Atomfall has been expanded with two DLCs, Wicked Isle and The Red Strain, which add new regions and narrative content to the survival game. These expansions introduce new factions, enemies, and story elements, including hallucinated monks and jarred brains, offering a more fleshed-out experience. The addition of a rapid travel network via the BARD tram also improves the overall gameplay loop, making Atomfall feel more complete and engaging.
Rebellion’s Alien Deathstorm Storms Xbox Game Pass in 2027
Rebellion has announced Alien Deathstorm, a new game set to launch in 2027 across multiple platforms including Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Steam, and PlayStation 5. The title will be available day-one on Xbox Game Pass, highlighting Rebellion's strategy for broad accessibility and a polished release.
PONCLE KEYNOTE LEADS EXPANDED B2B PROGRAMME AT LONDON GAMES FESTIVAL
The London Games Festival has expanded its B2B program, featuring a keynote from Poncle, the studio behind Vampire Survivors. The event includes a two-day Games Finance Market with £247 million in potential investment, a Self-Publishing Toolkit live session, and the first Games For Change London Summit focused on social impact through games. A 'Games meets film' convergence event, Screen Play, will also explore collaborations between creative industries.
Xbox Summer Show and Gears of War: E-Day Direct Date Set
Xbox has announced that its summer showcase will take place on June 7th, followed immediately by a dedicated "Direct" presentation for Gears of War: E-Day. The main showcase will feature news on upcoming Xbox titles and first gameplay looks, while the Gears of War segment will provide new details and insights for the highly anticipated game.
Rogue Trooper and the pain of video game difficulty spikes - Reader’s Feature
This reader's feature discusses the challenges and frustrations of difficulty spikes in the video game Rogue Trooper, particularly focusing on the 'Hovertrain Journey' mission. The author reflects on how repeated failure can lead to annoyance but also a sense of accomplishment, contrasting it with the final boss encounter.
Genshin Impact Version Luna VI Launching April 8
HoYoverse's Genshin Impact will receive its Version Luna VI update on April 8, expanding the Mondstadt region northward with new areas and the Temple of Space. The update will also introduce Linnea, a 5-star Geo Bow wielder from Snezhnaya. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases for Reptilian Rising, RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic, and Alien Deathstorm, as well as Ed Annunziata's appearance at Fire & Ice RGX 2026.
Nytt Alien-spel från Sniper Elite-studion
Rebellion has announced Alien Deathstorm, a new first-person shooter set in the Alien universe, scheduled for release in 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The game will feature action and horror elements on a storm-ravaged alien planet, though the classic xenomorphs have not yet been shown.
Community-Driven Mod Platform GGMods Launching April 13
GGMods, a new community-driven platform for hosting, discovering, and distributing video game mods, is set to launch on April 13. The platform aims to provide transparent compensation for creators and will host events like a Modathon with cash prizes. Several other game releases and industry news items are also briefly mentioned.
Rebellion revealed first-person action horror Alien Deathstorm
Rebellion has revealed Alien Deathstorm, a first-person action horror game set for release in 2027. Players will take on the role of a Combat Engineer investigating a silent off-world colony amidst a deadly 'Deathstorm' and unknown alien threats. The game draws inspiration from the Alien franchise, with Rebellion having previously developed Aliens vs Predator.
Rebellion return to their AvP roots with Alien Deathstorm, an 80s sci-fi FPS with apocalyptic winds and some slightly naff aliens
Rebellion, known for Sniper Elite and Atomfall, has announced Alien Deathstorm, an 80s-inspired science fiction first-person shooter. The game is set in a collapsing alien colony and features a persistent 'deathstorm' environmental threat. Alien Deathstorm is slated for release in 2027 on PC via Steam.
Alien Deathstorm Announced as Rebellion’s New Action Horror Game, Launching in 2027
Rebellion has announced Alien Deathstorm, a new first-person action horror game set for a 2027 release on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5. The game will be available on Game Pass from day one. Players will take on the role of a Combat Engineer investigating a remote colony devastated by a catastrophic storm and alien creatures.
PS5 FPS Alien Deathstorm Is Not to Be Confused with Ridley Scott Movie, Despite Its Dev
Rebellion has announced Alien Deathstorm, a new first-person shooter set to launch in 2027 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Despite the name and the developer's history with the Alien vs Predator franchise, the game is not related to Ridley Scott's movie series. It is described as a white-knuckle action horror game focused on survival against alien threats on a remote colony.
Alien Deathstorm Announced
Rebellion has announced Alien Deathstorm, a new action-horror game set in a science fiction universe. The title is slated for a 2027 release on PC and consoles. A brief reveal trailer was shown, hinting at the game's bleak atmosphere.
Alien Deathstorm is Influenced by Lovecraftian Eldritch Horror and 1980s VHS Sci-Fi, Says Rebellion
Ben Fisher, head of design at Rebellion, discussed the inspirations behind Alien Deathstorm, citing Lovecraftian eldritch horror and 1980s VHS sci-fi. The game features a combat engineer protagonist and will be released for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Rebellion’s Visceral Horror FPS Alien Deathstorm Revealed
Rebellion has unveiled Alien Deathstorm, a new visceral first-person action horror game revealed during the Xbox Partner Preview. Players will take on the role of a Combat Engineer on a remote off-world colony, facing both a cataclysmic storm and alien creatures. The game is set to release in 2027 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud, PC via Steam, and PlayStation 5.