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The Devil In Me Game Dev Celebrates Star's Win At The Oscars
Supermassive Games is celebrating actor Jessie Buckley's Academy Award win for her role in the movie Hamnet, as she also starred as Kate Wilder in their game, The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me. This marks Buckley's only video game appearance to date. The developer also noted that Rami Malek, who starred in their game Until Dawn, previously won an Oscar.
Directive 8020 will let up to five players play local couch co-op in Supermassive Games' returning Movie Night mode, and the latest trailer demonstrates just how intense it will be
Supermassive Games has revealed a new trailer for its upcoming horror title, Directive 8020, showcasing its "Movie Night" mode. This mode allows up to five players to experience the entire story together via local couch co-op, with an online version planned for a post-launch update. The game will launch on May 12 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC.
Future Games Show Spring Showcase & FGS Live From GDC 2026: Every Game Announcement and Reveal |
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase 2026 featured over 40 game announcements and reveals for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. The event, co-hosted by Devora Wilde and Shai Matheson, included world premieres and updates from both AAA and indie developers. A subsequent FGS Live From GDC broadcast continued with additional reveals directly from the Game Developers Conference.
Directive 8020 Couch Co-op Trailer
Supermassive Games is undergoing a redundancy consultation process, potentially affecting up to 36 employees, due to the challenging industry environment. The studio has also decided to delay the launch of its upcoming game, Directive 8020, to the first half of 2026 to ensure a high-quality player experience. Development on Little Nightmares III remains unaffected.
Directive 8020 Gets A Creepy New Co-op Focused Trailer
Supermassive Games has released a new trailer for Directive 8020, highlighting its co-op gameplay mechanics. The horror title, launching May 12th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, will feature offline co-op for up to five players, with online multiplayer planned post-launch. Players will navigate a dangerous alien planet as crew members of a crashed colony ship.
Everything Announced at the Future Games Show Spring Showcase and FGS Live From GDC on March 12, 2026
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase and FGS Live From GDC presented over 40 upcoming games. Highlights included world premieres for Cordura, The 7th Guest Remake, Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns, and ReVamp. New trailers and gameplay were shown for titles like Dave The Diver: In the Jungle, Stupid Never Dies, Project Shadowglass, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes, among many others across various genres and platforms.
Everything announced at the Future Games Show Spring Showcase 2026
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase revealed numerous upcoming video games, including Cordura, Stupid Never Dies, Dave The Diver: In The Jungle DLC, and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Several titles like Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes and WILL: Follow The Light received specific release dates in 2026, while others are slated for later this year or have demos available. The showcase featured world premieres, gameplay deep dives, and developer interviews across various genres and platforms.
Directive 8020’s new trailer is all about the ‘movie night’ multiplayer
Supermassive Games' upcoming sci-fi horror title, Directive 8020, will feature a 'Movie Night Mode' allowing up to five players to experience the story together locally, with online multiplayer planned post-launch. The game, set to release on May 12, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, also introduces a 'Turning Points' feature for rewinding key moments and a traditional 'Survival Mode' with permanent consequences.
Supermassive's "Directive 8020" Gets New Live-Action Couch Co-Op Trailer (PC, PS5, XSX)
Supermassive Games has released a new live-action trailer for its upcoming sci-fi survival horror game, Directive 8020, showcasing its couch co-op Movie Night Mode. The game will feature single-player and up to five-player local co-op at launch on May 12, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, with online multiplayer planned for a post-launch update. The trailer also highlights new features like Turning Points for revisiting decisions and features actress Lashana Lynch.
Until Dawn remake dev Ballistic Moon has closed
Ballistic Moon, the developer behind the 2024 remake of Until Dawn, has officially closed down. The studio experienced multiple rounds of layoffs starting in September 2024, with a final notice of dissolution filed in February 2026. Separately, Microsoft revealed early technical details for its next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, which will feature a custom AMD SOC and significant advancements in ray tracing and neural rendering, with developer dev kits expected in 2027.
Original founders of Bossfight Entertainment re-launch studio as Bossfight
Several companies within the game industry have announced new leadership appointments and expansions in March 2026. ProbablyMonsters added three executives to its leadership team, Kasedo Games appointed Timea Edvi as publishing director, and Sixteen Tons named Sebastian Nußuam as CCO. Microsoft Gaming, Midwest Games, and Escape Velocity Entertainment also saw new hires in key roles.
Until Dawn remake studio is officially dead, a year after laying off nearly its entire staff
Ballistic Moon, the studio responsible for the 2024 remake of Until Dawn, has officially dissolved. The company was struck off the government's register on February 2nd, following multiple rounds of layoffs that began in September 2023. Despite the studio's closure, the Until Dawn remake received a respectable critical reception.
Jobs Roundup: March 2026 | ProbablyMonsters expands its leadership team
Several gaming companies have announced new executive appointments. ProbablyMonsters added Jonathan Lander, David Reid, and Mark Subotnick to its leadership team. Kasedo Games appointed Timea Edvi as publishing director, Sixteen Tons named Sebastian Nußuam as CCO, and Microsoft Gaming welcomed Alison Zeng as strategic partner manager. Additionally, Adam Orth has become COO at Midwest Games, and Arah Collins joins Escape Velocity Entertainment as senior narrative designer.
Report: Until Dawn remake dev Ballistic Moon is dissolved
Ballistic Moon, the studio developing the Until Dawn remake, has reportedly dissolved according to UK government filings. The company was officially dissolved via voluntary strike-off on February 3. Previous reports indicated significant layoffs and a struggle to secure funding or a new publisher.
How To Watch the Future Games Show Spring Showcase Powered By HyperX and FGS Live From GDC Festival of Gaming on Thursday, March 12
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase, powered by HyperX, will air on March 12th, featuring over 40 games from AAA and indie studios. Hosted by Devora Wilde and Shai Matheson, the 90-minute show will include world premieres and trailers. A follow-up event, FGS Live From GDC Festival of Gaming, will provide further news and exclusive content directly from the GDC showfloor.
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase airs this week — here's how to watch and what games to expect from the…
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase will take place on March 12, featuring over 40 upcoming games with new trailers and previews. Hosted by Devora Wilde and Shai Matheson, the 90+ minute show will include reveals for titles like Life is Strange: Reunion and Directive 8020. It will be broadcast on platforms including Twitch, YouTube, and Steam.
Until Dawn Remake Studio Has Been Officially Dissolved
Ballistic Moon, the studio responsible for the Until Dawn remake, has been officially dissolved according to filings with the UK government. The studio, founded by former Supermassive Games developers, had previously undergone significant layoffs. The Until Dawn remake for PC and PlayStation 5 received lukewarm reviews, with criticism directed at its price point and technical issues.
Every Game Delayed Right Now (2026 Edition)
Numerous video games scheduled for release in 2025 and 2026 have been delayed, with developers citing reasons such as the need for additional polish, relocation due to conflict, or engine changes. Notable titles affected include Grand Theft Auto VI, Ark 2, Fable, and Path of Exile 2, with new release windows now extending into late 2026 or beyond for many.
The 16 Best Horror Games On Xbox Game Pass In 2026
This guide highlights the 16 best horror games available on Xbox Game Pass, catering to various tastes within the genre, from multiplayer zombie survival to single-player space horror. It includes titles like DayZ, Dead by Daylight, The Evil Within 2, and the Dead Space remake, offering a comprehensive look at the scariest experiences on the service.
Sensasi Horor Ganda! Review Little Nightmares 3 dengan Mode Co-op yang Bikin Tegang
Little Nightmares 3 introduces a new co-op mode, allowing players to team up as Low and Alone to navigate the dark and mysterious world of The Spiral. Developed by Supermassive Games and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, the game enhances its psychological horror with cooperative puzzles and new terrifying enemies. Despite minor technical bugs, the game offers a stable performance across multiple platforms and a compelling narrative experience.
