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The Pines could be the Alan Wake-type game we’ve been waiting for
The Pines is an upcoming psychological horror RPG developed by Studio Abattoir, drawing comparisons to Alan Wake 2 for its atmospheric setting and narrative focus. The game features RPG elements like dialogue choices and consequences, set in a mysterious town where the protagonist unravels supernatural secrets. Despite some concerns about gameplay mechanics, the ambitious scope and high-quality graphics, utilizing Unreal Engine 5, have generated significant interest.
“Whoa, that looks cool!” or… upcoming indie games you may not have heard of – GTOGG’s picks – GTOGG
This article highlights several promising upcoming indie games that may have flown under the radar. Featured titles include Project Shadowglass, a love letter to immersive sims; Silver Pines, a survival horror metroidvania; and HABROMANIA, a quirky point & click adventure with a dark secret. Other notable mentions are Am I Nima, a psychological horror game with a unique premise, and The Bagman, a retro-style stealth horror adventure inspired by Clock Tower.
1000xResist creator: the game industry needs a universal video codec for FMV games
Remy Siu, the creative director behind the acclaimed game 1000xResist, is facing technical challenges with video codecs for his upcoming full-motion video game, Prove You're Human. Siu advocates for a universal video codec standard across all platforms to simplify development and improve the quality of FMV games. He highlights how the current need to support multiple codecs can lead to larger file sizes and compromises in video quality.
Goat Simulator 3 Review - Twisted Voxel
This review covers Goat Simulator 3, noting that the user also plans to try Alan Wake 2 and Cocoon. The commenter expresses surprise at multiple Goat Simulator titles and intends to briefly play the latest installment.
Most Anticipated PS5 Pro Update for Hit RPG Finally Revealed
CD Projekt Red is releasing a free PlayStation 5 Pro patch for Cyberpunk 2077 this week, enhancing visuals with 4K resolution and advanced ray tracing powered by PlayStation's Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR). The update targets 40 FPS in visual mode and up to 90 FPS in performance mode on the PlayStation 5 Pro. Several other games are also listed as supporting the new PSSR 2.0 technology.
People of Note's hook-y approach to designing a turn-based musical RPG
Iridium Studios founder Jason Wishnov discusses the design of People of Note, a turn-based musical RPG. He explains how the game integrates musical numbers as payoffs for challenges and how its customizable gameplay options aim to attract players to the genre. The game features a "battle-strategic" combat system and allows players to adjust difficulty and skip sections they find less engaging.
The Best PS5 Games In 2026
This article rounds up the best PlayStation 5 games available, covering a wide range of genres and styles from AAA blockbusters to indie darlings. It highlights recent favorites and modern classics, aiming to help players discover must-play titles for the console. The list includes critically acclaimed games like Astro Bot, Metaphor: ReFantazio, and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, among many others.
Daily Video Game Deals Apr 3 – NieR:Automata The End of YoRHa Edition, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, Alan Wake 2, Resident Evil Village & More
Daily video game deals for April 3rd include discounts on NieR:Automata The End of YoRHa Edition, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, Alan Wake 2, and Resident Evil Village. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
'The upgraded PSSR significantly enhances Assassin’s Creed Shadows' — Sony confirms a release date for its next-gen upscaling tech on PS5 Pro
Sony is releasing an upgraded version of its PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) AI upscaling technology for Assassin's Creed Shadows on April 7. This update will enhance image quality, performance, and ray tracing on the PlayStation 5 Pro, improving visual stability and detail across various graphics modes. The technology has previously been implemented in other titles like Resident Evil Requiem and Alan Wake 2.
Control Resonant’s The Gap Channels The Mind Palace from Alan Wake 2, Lets You Test Out Builds
Control Resonant introduces 'The Gap,' a new feature inspired by Alan Wake 2's Mind Palace, allowing players to test character builds and experiment with skill trees and abilities outside of combat. This system enables players to craft and refine their perfect build before re-entering gameplay in Manhattan. The game is set to release later this year on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Samson Dev Diary Sheds More Light On What His Time In Tyndalston Entails
A new developer diary for Samson: A Tyndalston Story provides insights into the game's narrative and gameplay mechanics, including details about the protagonist Samson's personality and motivations. Voice actor Ronan Summers and the voice director shared information about the character's development. The article also briefly mentions other recent game releases and updates.
PS5 Pro PSSR 2 Update Confirmed for Fan Favorite Adventure Game
Ubisoft has confirmed that Assassin's Creed Shadows will receive PSSR 2.0 support on the PlayStation 5 Pro, enhancing its visuals and performance. This update adds the game to a growing list of titles benefiting from the new upscaling technology, which also includes Resident Evil Requiem and Cyberpunk 2077.
BAFTA Award-winner Cissy Jones joins the cast of WILL: Follow The Light, launching 28 April for PC and consoles
TomorrowHead Studio announced that BAFTA Award-winner Cissy Jones has joined the cast of their upcoming narrative adventure game, WILL: Follow The Light. The game, inspired by titles like Firewatch and Alan Wake, is set to launch on April 28 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Receives Upgraded PSSR Support on April 7th
Assassin's Creed Shadows will receive an Upgraded PSSR graphics technology update on April 7th for PlayStation 5 Pro players. This update aims to improve image quality, stability, and visual artifacts across performance, balanced, and quality modes. Technical artists Robert Foriel and Nicholas Lopez highlighted the seamless implementation and significant visual boost provided by the technology.
PS5 Launches Interesting New Adventure Game to Great Reviews
Project Songbird, a new psychological horror adventure game, has launched on PlayStation 5 to positive reviews, holding a Metacritic score of 80/100. Developed by Conner Rush of FYRE Games, the $15.99 title offers a 4-5 hour narrative experience where players control a musician named Dakota.
Sorry never-ending backlog, these record-low PS5 game savings are too good to ignore
Best Buy is offering record-low prices on several PlayStation 5 games, including Dragon Quest VII and Alan Wake 2. The article highlights these deals as too good to pass up for players looking to expand their physical game collection.
PS5 console architect Mark Cerny confirms FSR Frame Generation is coming to PlayStation 'at some point' but not in 2026 — 'All I can say is that we have no more releases planned for this year'
PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro console architect Mark Cerny confirmed that AMD's FSR Frame Generation technology will eventually come to PlayStation platforms. He stated that the co-developed technology is progressing well and that Sony has no further major releases planned for the current year. Cerny also mentioned that Sony's updated PSSR upscaling technology is faster and offers improved image quality for supported games.
PS5 Pro architect Mark Cerny says Sony's updated PSSR tech is 'something like 100 microseconds faster than the…
PlayStation console architect Mark Cerny revealed that Sony's updated PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) AI upscaling technology is approximately 100 microseconds faster than the original. This improvement allows for an 'Enhance PSSR Image Quality' option to force-upgrade supported games, leading to better image stability and clarity. The update has begun rolling out for various PS5 Pro enhanced titles.
10 games to grab during the Steam Spring Sale 2026
The Steam Spring Sale 2026 is currently active, offering discounts of up to 90% on a variety of games. This list highlights ten recommended titles available on the Valve store during the sale event.
Alan Wake 2's Upgraded PSSR Delivers A Vast Improvement
Alan Wake 2's performance mode, which targets 864p upscaled to 4K at 60fps, has seen a significant improvement with Sony's upgraded PSSR upscaler. The new technology handles the game's demanding visuals much better than the original PSSR, offering a substantial upgrade.