Alien: Isolation
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Alien Isolation 2 announced for Nintendo Switch 2SEGA and Creative Assembly have announced Alien Isolation 2 for the Nintendo Switch 2, continuing the survival horror gameplay of its predecessor. The announcement was made during Summer Game Fest, with a teaser trailer released that sets a tone of emerging chaos. The article also briefly mentions the announcement of Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Mega39’s for Nintendo Switch.
Alien: Isolation 2 officially announcedCreative Assembly has officially announced Alien: Isolation 2, the sequel to the acclaimed survival horror game. The new title is in development for PC, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5, with Al Hope serving as Creative Director. The game promises a new setting, protagonist, and an evolved Xenomorph threat, continuing the tense cat-and-mouse gameplay.
Summer Game Fest 2026 live report - all the news and announcements from Geoff Keighley's E3 but not E3 showcaseSummer Game Fest 2026 is set to feature a two-hour showcase hosted by Geoff Keighley, promising to reveal the future of video games. Expected announcements include Star Wars: Zero Company, a new Crazy Taxi game, and potential reveals for Guild Wars 3, Persona 6, and Mass Effect 5. The event will cover news and announcements live, with a YouTube stream starting earlier.
"The difference is not just that you can’t fight back, it’s that you feel like you shouldn’t": Alien Isolation's lead designer wants you to "respect" the dinos in The Lost WildThe Lost Wild's lead designer Gary Napper emphasizes a design philosophy of respecting dinosaurs as living creatures rather than monsters, drawing parallels to his work on Alien: Isolation. Unlike Alien: Isolation's focus on player power fantasy, The Lost Wild aims to make players feel vulnerable and encourage non-violent interaction with the prehistoric inhabitants of its island setting.
The Lost Wild - a dinosaur survival horror game by former Alien: Isolation developers - announced at Sony State of PlayThe Lost Wild, a new dinosaur survival horror game from Great Ape Games, was announced during Sony's State of Play event. Set to release in 2027, the game focuses on players navigating an island populated by realistic dinosaurs, emphasizing vulnerability rather than dominance. Game director Gary Napper highlighted learnings from his work on Alien: Isolation in shaping the horror design.
The Lost Wild comes to PS5 in 2027The Lost Wild, a survival horror game from Great Ape Games, is set to release on PlayStation 5 in 2027. Game Director Gary Napper emphasizes a design philosophy focused on observation, instinct, and restraint, aiming to portray dinosaurs as believable animals rather than monsters. The game encourages players to evade and hide, drawing inspiration from horror design principles seen in titles like Alien: Isolation.
Subnautica 2 tries to be more like Alien: Isolation than Silent Hill 2, which is why the leviathans are invincible nowSubnautica 2's design lead Anthony Gallegos explains that making leviathans invincible is inspired by games like Alien: Isolation, not a commitment to pacifism. This design choice aims to maintain tension and threat by removing the option to fight, drawing parallels to how players often mastered combat in games like Silent Hill 2 rather than engaging with its horror elements.
Subnautica 2's no-killing policy isn't because it's 'a game about pacifism', says design lead, but because players would 'master the crappy combat' over anything elseSubnautica 2's design lead, Anthony Gallegos, clarified that the game's no-killing policy is not about pacifism but a design choice to prevent players from mastering combat over exploration. He explained that removing combat encourages players to engage with the world and maintain the intended tension, drawing inspiration from games like SOMA and Alien: Isolation.
Games Inbox: Will Modern Warfare 4 save Call Of Duty?Readers discuss the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with concerns that Activision is not taking enough time to address player dissatisfaction. Other topics include the potential for Persona 6 leaks to be AI-generated, the quality of movie-licensed games, and the rising cost of next-generation consoles.
The Best Android Stealth Games – Updated!This article ranks the best stealth games available on Android, highlighting titles that offer unique gameplay experiences within the genre. Featured games include Party Hard Go, Hello Neighbor Nicky's Diaries, Alien: Isolation, and Hitman: Blood Money Reprisal, among others, each offering distinct stealth mechanics and challenges.
Directive 8020's new Turning Points system transforms it from a simple sci-fi survival horror into a compelling,…Directive 8020 transforms into a compelling sci-fi survival horror experience with its new Turning Points system, which allows players to revisit decisions and unlock various outcomes. While Survivor mode offers a classic Supermassive Games experience, Turning Points adds a puzzle-like layer to the narrative, enhancing replayability. The game also delivers impressive body horror and a memorable alien antagonist, making it a standout in the genre.
Hark! Sega's mysterious and vague "Super Game" is dead, though its Jet Set Radio and Crazy Taxi reboots live onSega has cancelled its ambitious "Super Game" initiative, which aimed to create a revolutionary title with a large user base. This decision comes as part of a review of their underperforming free-to-play strategy, leading to the reassignment of over 100 staff to core IP development. However, reboots of franchises like Jet Set Radio, Crazy Taxi, and Golden Axe are still planned, with Sega forecasting four new titles based on mainstay IPs by fiscal year 2027.
Sega GaaS, Online Super Game CanceledSega has officially canceled its ambitious "Super Game" project, a games as a service (GaaS) initiative that was initially planned for a March 2026 release. The cancellation was confirmed in Sega Sammy's fiscal results presentation, with no specific reason provided beyond halting further investment. The report also noted underperformance from Rovio titles and Sonic Rumble, alongside delays for other upcoming games.
SEGA Cancels Its Super Game ProjectSEGA has announced the cancellation of its ambitious "Super Game" project, which aimed to create new titles based on dormant franchises and push conventional game boundaries. While the specific reasons for the cancellation were not disclosed, the company reaffirmed its commitment to reviving classic series like Jet Set Radio, Crazy Taxi, Shinobi, Streets of Rage, and Golden Axe. Several other titles have also been internally delayed.
Sega kills ‘super game’ initiative and abandons live service plansSega has officially scrapped its 'super game' initiative and abandoned its broader live service plans, citing struggles with free-to-play titles like Sonic Rumble Party and the unsuccessful integration of Rovio. While the future of projects like Jet Set Radio and Crazy Taxi remains uncertain regarding their live service elements, Sega is reallocating over 100 developers to focus on mainstay IPs and traditional game development.
Don't Worry, Sega Is Still Reviving Multiple Legacy FranchisesSega Sammy has confirmed plans to revive multiple legacy franchises, including Crazy Taxi, Golden Axe, Jet Set Radio, and Streets of Rage, despite the cancellation of its 'Super Game' initiative. New titles for Virtua Fighter, Persona 4, Alien: Isolation, Total War, and Stranger Than Heaven are also in development, alongside movie and animation projects for IPs like Sonic the Hedgehog and Shinobi.
Amazon Prime Members Can Get These 17 Games For Free In MayAmazon Prime members can claim 17 free games in May through Amazon Luna, including titles like Mafia 2: Definitive Edition, Alien: Isolation, and Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy. These claimed games are kept permanently, even if the subscription expires. Other services like Humble Choice, PS Plus, and Xbox Game Pass also offer new games this month.
The 15 best sci-fi survival horror video games you can play right nowThis article lists and describes 15 of the best sci-fi survival horror video games available now on PC and consoles. The list includes titles like Alien: Isolation, System Shock 1 & 2, Dead Space, and Resident Evil 2, highlighting their unique atmospheres and gameplay mechanics.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (2nd May)Several Nintendo staff members shared their weekend gaming plans, including playing demos for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Call of the Elder Gods. Other titles mentioned include Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Pentiment, Blasphemous II, and Alien: Isolation. The article also notes the ongoing Golden Week holiday in Japan and a Pokémon YouTube channel's closure due to copyright strikes.
The Brotherhood Unveils a Terrifying First Look at Their New Survival Horror Adventure Game ANIMAL USE PROTOCOL - GameHauntThe Brotherhood has revealed Animal Use Protocol, a new PC survival horror game built on Unreal Engine 5. Players control Penn, an intelligent chimpanzee, escaping a dystopian lab with his rat companion Trip while being hunted by a monstrous chimaera. The game blends elements of Alien: Isolation and Amnesia: The Bunker, focusing on stealth and puzzle-solving with a gravity control device. A release date has not yet been announced, but the game will be available on Steam and GOG.