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Lazy River takes survival shooting into a whimsical water park
Lazy River is a whimsical PvE survival shooter set in a water park where players must survive a zombie outbreak and a malfunctioning security system while building a raft. The game combines leisurely drifting with intense combat and base-building elements, featuring unique weapons like pool noodles and squirt guns. Developed by a team including veteran indie developer Mike Boxleiter, Lazy River is planned for a 2027 Steam Early Access release on PC.
Mark Cerny and Geoff Keighley launch Nova Games Foundation to fund young designers
Mark Cerny and Geoff Keighley have launched the Nova Games Foundation, a philanthropic program offering grants to young game designers. The foundation will provide $100,000 grants annually to 20 designers, with some eligible for up to $500,000, and includes mentorship from industry veterans. Recipients retain game ownership and can choose their own publishers and platforms.
The Internet Seems To Have Found A Very Familiar Face In Baldur’s Gate 3
Players have discovered a character in Baldur's Gate 3's title screen that bears a striking resemblance to Geoff Keighley, host of The Game Awards and Summer Game Fest. Keighley himself acknowledged the resemblance, while Larian Studios humorously referred to the NPC as 'John Larian'.
Latest Nintendo Direct Reportedly The Most-Watched Of The Summer Showcases
Nintendo's latest Direct presentation, which featured announcements for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Xenoblade Chronicles, and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, reportedly achieved the highest viewership among summer showcases. Analytics firm LevelUp claims the Direct peaked at 3.8 million viewers, slightly surpassing Summer Game Fest's Opening Night Showcase. The trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time was also cited as the most-viewed game trailer from any showcase.
Snabbkollen – Vilken spelshow var bäst?
This article discusses various gaming showcases, including PlayStation's State of Play, Summer Game Fest, Xbox Games Showcase, and Nintendo Direct. It presents poll results indicating that the Xbox Games Showcase was voted the best, followed by Summer Game Fest and PlayStation State of Play, and invites readers to share their opinions in the comments.
Chronicles: Medieval Gameplay Trailer Reveals Holy Roman Empire Faction
Raw Power Games has released the first gameplay trailer for Chronicles: Medieval, revealing the Holy Roman Empire as the third playable faction alongside England and France. The medieval sandbox action game, set during the Hundred Years' War, will launch in Early Access on PC via Steam in 2026. The trailer showcases large-scale battles and features narration by actor Lars Mikkelsen.
Southeast Asian Games Showcase partnering with Summer Game Fest
The Southeast Asian Games Showcase will take place on June 6th, 2026, featuring new announcements and updates from developers in the region. This year's event will partner with Summer Game Fest, which occurs the day prior. Several games, including TCG Card Shop Simulator, Montabi, and No Straight Roads 2, are confirmed to be shown, with hosts from various gaming outlets and studios participating.
What We Can Expect To See From The Gayming Pride Parade
The first Gayming Pride Parade, a Summer Game Fest showcase celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in gaming, will take place on June 6. Hosted by streamer MiladyConfetti and RuPaul's Drag Race star Jax, the event will feature reveals and updates for games including Neon Death Drop, sponsored by Fireshine Games. The showcase aims to spotlight LGBTQ+ developers and stories within the larger Summer Game Fest.
Southeast Asian Games Showcase - Live At Summer Game Fest June 6th 2026 PT
The Southeast Asian Games Showcase will return in 2026, partnering with Summer Game Fest for a live event on June 6th. The showcase will feature exclusive announcements, updates, and world premieres of games developed in the Southeast Asian region. The event will be hosted by various industry personalities and professionals from the region and global diaspora.
Frosty Games Fest 2026 Returns June 7 With 50+ ANZ Indie Games
Frosty Games Fest 2026 will return on June 7 with a livestream showcasing over 50 indie games from Australia and New Zealand as part of Summer Game Fest. The event will feature new game reveals, release date announcements, and gameplay premieres, viewable on YouTube, Twitch, and Steam. The showcase aims to promote games made in the ANZ region and is expected to run for just under an hour.
