1666: Amsterdam
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1666: Amsterdam revealed, with era-spanning witchy mystique1666: Amsterdam, a new game from Panache Digital, was revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026. Set in 1666 Amsterdam, players control a witch hunting supernatural Originals with the help of a familiar. The game's concept originated from Assassin's Creed creator Patrice Désilets, who later regained the rights to the project. It will be available on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store in Early Access, with a playable prologue demo available now.- EVERYTHING ANNOUNCED AT THE FUTURE GAMES SHOW SUMMER SHOWCASE AND FGS LIVE FROM LOS ANGELES ON JUNE 6, 2026The Future Games Show Summer Showcase and FGS Live From Los Angeles presented over 40 games, including world premieres and extended gameplay reveals. Highlights included new trailers and announcements for EXODUS, Arizona Sunshine, WARDOGS, ACE COMBAT 8: SKIES UNKNOWN, and Little Nightmares III's 'The Backstage' DLC. Several games received release dates or confirmed upcoming platforms.
Alla Summer Game Fest-trailers samlade på ett och samma ställeThis article compiles trailers from the Summer Game Fest, featuring announcements for games like Resident Evil Veronica, Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course, and Guild Wars 3. It highlights a strong start with Resident Evil Veronica and a closing with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, showcasing a variety of upcoming titles.
1666: Amsterdam Revealed, Free Prologue Available Now on PCPanache Digital Games has revealed 1666: Amsterdam, a dark third-person action-adventure game from creative director Patrice Désilets. A free playable prologue is now available on Steam and the Epic Games Store, with the full game set to launch in Early Access on PC in 2026. The game unfolds across three timelines and centers on hidden entities known as the Originals.
1666: Amsterdam – Prologue Download | Alpha Beta Gamer1666: Amsterdam is a story-driven action-adventure game set in historical Amsterdam, where players control Noa the Collector who uses witchcraft to hunt demons. The game features dual gameplay perspectives, switching between Noa's abilities and Aaron, a consciousness from 1999 trapped in a cat. Developed by Panache Digital Games, founded by Patrice Désilets, the prologue focuses on Noa's origin story.
At Summer Game Fest 2026, video games retreat to the safety of the pastThe Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a strong trend of developers relying on established franchises, sequels, and remakes rather than introducing new intellectual properties. While notable exceptions exist, the overall emphasis on recognizable titles suggests a retreat to safer, familiar ground within the industry amidst financial pressures. This focus on nostalgia and past successes, though generating excitement, raises questions about the future of innovation in gaming.
"We got Assassin's Creed Hexe before Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Hexe": Everyone is making the same joke about the Assassin's Creed creator's new witchy game 1666: AmsterdamPlayers are joking that the upcoming game 1666: Amsterdam, developed by Patrice Désilets (an original creator of Assassin's Creed), resembles the unreleased Assassin's Creed Hexe more than Ubisoft's own game. The comparison arises due to similar aesthetics and themes, with some fans expressing more excitement for 1666: Amsterdam in the absence of official details for Assassin's Creed Hexe.- Assassin’s Creed creator’s new game, 1666: Amsterdam, is the best kind of strange and weirdThe new game from the creator of Assassin's Creed, 1666: Amsterdam, offers a uniquely strange and compelling experience. The article highlights the game's intriguing and unconventional nature.
The Summer Game Fest showcase showed Japan’s top game-makers racing ever further ahead of the west | OpinionThe Summer Game Fest showcase highlighted a perceived gap between Japanese and Western game development, with Eastern studios generating more enthusiastic crowd reactions. While Chinese and Korean studios were also prominent, Western developers were notably less represented. The event's tone and content, including mature themes, suggested a shift from previous industry showcases.
Summer Game Fest 2026 Part 2: Racing, Horror, Fighting Games & Major Updates | Invision Game CommunitySummer Game Fest 2026 Part 2 showcased a wide array of new games and updates across multiple genres including racing, fighting, and horror. Major announcements included expansions for Monster Hunter Wilds, new content for Street Fighter 6 and Palworld, and reveals for games like Hot Wheels Infinite Rush and Stellar Blade: Blood Rain. The event also highlighted upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch 2 and concluded with the unveiling of Final Fantasy VII Revelation.
The Summer Game Fest showcase proves that PC is still the place to beThe Summer Game Fest 2026 showcase strongly emphasized PC as the primary platform for upcoming games, with most titles confirmed for PC release. Several new games, including Final Fantasy 7: Revelation, Last Harbor, and Chronicles: Medieval, were highlighted as PC exclusives or having strong PC presence. The article argues that PC remains the best platform for accessing new releases, demos, and modding capabilities, reinforcing its central role in the gaming industry despite shifts in console strategies.
Summer Game Fest 2026 - the main show highlight announcementsSummer Game Fest 2026 showcased a variety of new game announcements and trailers, including Alien: Isolation 2, Stellar Blade: Blood Rain, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several remakes were also revealed, such as Resident Evil Code: Veronica and The Wolf Among Us Remastered. The event also featured new titles like STAR WARS Zero Company, Gundam Rogue Orbit, and a new Cuphead game.
Something for the SGF Weekend – 06/06/26This week's gaming news roundup covers announcements from Summer Game Fest, Day of the Devs, and other showcases, including reveals for Marvel's Wolverine, Until Dawn 2, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several games received reviews, such as 007 First Light and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, while previews were offered for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve and Chivalware.- Alla Summer Games Fest-trailers samlade på ett och samma ställeThis article compiles trailers from Summer Game Fest, featuring announcements for games like Resident Evil Veronica, Alien: Isolation 2, and Guild Wars 3. It highlights a strong start with Resident Evil Veronica and a closing with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, showcasing a variety of upcoming titles.
The biggest surprises of Summer Game Fest 2006 - from Tupac to Alien Isolation 2Summer Game Fest showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, including a new Cuphead game titled Mighty Cuphead Adventure, Alien: Isolation 2, and gen ATLAS from Fumito Ueda. Other notable reveals included Stranger Than Heaven featuring Tupac Shakur, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, and expansions for Monster Hunter Wilds and Stellar Blade. Many titles are slated for release in 2027 or later, with some like Virtua Fighter CrossRoads and 1666 Amsterdam aiming for next year.
All Major Summer Game Fest 2026 AnnouncementsSummer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, including Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN, Final Fantasy VII Revelation launching in spring 2027 for multiple platforms, and the Resident Evil Veronica remake. New titles like Alien: Isolation 2, The Wolf Among Us 2, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads were also revealed, alongside updates for existing franchises and new IPs across various genres.- 1666: Amsterdam Announced; Prologue ReleasedPanache Digital Games has announced 1666: Amsterdam, a game whose rights developer Patrice Désilets fought to regain after his departure from Ubisoft. A reveal trailer showcasing the game has been released, alongside a prologue.
Everything from Summer Game Fest 2026Summer Game Fest 2026 featured numerous game announcements and reveals. Highlights include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Palworld 1.0, The Wolf Among Us 2, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, and Atlas from Shadow of the Colossus creator Fumito Ueda. Several sequels and expansions were also showcased, including Alien Isolation 2 and Resident Evil Veronica.
Summer Game Fest 2026: World Premieres and Everything Announced!Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous world premieres and announcements, including a reimagining of Resident Evil – Code: Veronica, a sequel to Alien: Isolation, and new titles like gen Atlas and Blood Message. Several existing franchises also received updates or sequels, such as Mortal Shell II, Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, and Lords of the Fallen 2. The event also featured announcements for new installments in the Gundam, Star Wars, and Attack on Titan series, alongside updates for games like Fortnite and Palworld.
Here’s All the Games Featured at Summer Game Fest 2026Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous game reveals and updates for 2026 and 2027. Highlights included the Resident Evil Veronica remake, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance expansion, Virtua Fighter Crossroads, and the conclusion of the Final Fantasy VII Remake saga with Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several other titles across various genres and platforms were also announced.