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Forget Slaying Dragons — This New D&D Game Hands You a Tavern Instead
Dungeons & Dragons: Long Rest Tavern, developed by Homo Ludens and published by Dotemu, is a new PC title set to release in 2027. Players will manage a tavern in the Forgotten Realms, focusing on expansion, decoration, recipe crafting, and serving adventurers. Satisfied patrons can be sent on quests, with outcomes influenced by D20 rolls and party composition, while an overarching plot involving a ghost bard unfolds.
New Tides of Annihilation lead "deeply honored" to take over from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's Jennifer English, who was "generous, kind, and supportive throughout this whole journey"
Angela Sant'Albano has been officially announced as the new voice actor for Gwendolyn in Tides of Annihilation, taking over the role from Jennifer English. Sant'Albano expressed honor and excitement for the role, while English will remain with the project in an advisory capacity. The game's release date is still unconfirmed.
GeForce NOW Gives Gamers More Ways to Play at Gamescom 2026
NVIDIA announced several updates for GeForce NOW at Gamescom 2026, including new DLSS 4.5 controls for enhanced performance and visual tuning, expanded support for devices like Steam Deck and Amazon Fire TV, and GOG single sign-on. Five new AAA games, CONTROL Resonant, Gears of War: E-Day, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, The Blood of Dawnwalker, and STAR WARS Zero Company, are coming to the cloud service at launch. Additionally, a community giveaway with over 40 prizes is being held.
Cassette Beasts 2002 Launches in March 2027, Includes Baldur’s Gate 3 Actor Neil Newbon
Bytten Studio announced that Cassette Beasts 2002 will launch in March 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The sequel to the 2023 original is set in a 2000s London-inspired world called Nodnol, featuring over 250 beasts to fuse and a story involving an occultist. Neil Newbon, known for his role in Baldur's Gate 3, will voice the character Westerley.
Warlock escapes Baldur's Gate 3's long shadow with a very different take on D&D that I'm happy to…
Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons, developed by Invoke Studios, offers a distinct take on the D&D universe with real-time action-adventure gameplay instead of turn-based combat. Set in the Domain of Dread, Darkon, the game reimagines spells and mechanics for exploration and combat, featuring characters like Tasha the Witch Queen. The game is slated for a 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
Baldur's Gate 3 is "a great game," but Warlock devs say their own virtual D&D experience is…
Invoke Studios' upcoming Dungeons & Dragons game, Warlock, is being developed with a very different approach compared to Larian Studios' Baldur's Gate 3. While acknowledging Baldur's Gate 3 as a great game, Invoke Studios' Jeffrey Hattem stated that Warlock is set in a distinct D&D setting, the Domain of Dread, and will not be turn-based.
Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons is an open world spell-collecting game, and that's just fine by me, actually
Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons is an upcoming open-world action RPG from Wizards of the Coast and developer Invoke, featuring spell-collecting gameplay. The game allows players to gather and utilize a variety of Dungeons & Dragons spells in creative ways, with a focus on systemic design and player experimentation. It is set to release in 2027 and aims to be accessible to players unfamiliar with D&D.
How Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons Is Expanding D&D’s Darkest Corner With New Monsters And Magic
Invoke Studios is expanding the Dungeons & Dragons franchise with Warlock, a dark fantasy single-player adventure game set in the Domains of Dread. Players will make a pact with the warlock Taasha to wield new magic and face expanded monsters from the D&D universe. The game, featuring voice work from Tricia Helfer and Maggie Robertson, is set to release in 2027 and aims to appeal to both new and veteran D&D players.
Next big D&D game fully revealed with a lengthy gameplay trailer
The next major Dungeons & Dragons game, Warlock, has been fully revealed with a gameplay trailer showcasing its immersive sim-inspired action. Developed by Invoke and published by Wizards of the Coast, the open-world RPG channels influences from games like The Darkness and Infamous. Warlock is set to release next year and will be available on PC via Steam.
Warlock, the next big D&D game to come after Baldur's Gate 3, just showed off nearly 10 minutes of its Dragon's Dogma-style gameplay – and I can't wait to play next year
Wizards of the Coast revealed nearly ten minutes of gameplay for their upcoming Dungeons & Dragons-inspired title, Warlock, at Gamescom Opening Night Live. The open-world game, which follows in the footsteps of Baldur's Gate 3, features Tasha the archmage and showcases Dragon's Dogma-style combat. Warlock is slated for release next year.
Tides of Annihilation devs confirm Resident Evil Requiem's Grace actor will replace Baldur's Gate 3 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 star Jennifer English
The developers of Tides of Annihilation have confirmed that Grace, an actor from Resident Evil Requiem, will replace Jennifer English. English was previously announced as the voice actor for Baldur's Gate 3 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
EXCLUSIVE: Baldur's Gate 3: Astarion Excerpt, Narrated by Neil Newbon Himself
IGN has released an exclusive excerpt from Baldur's Gate 3: Astarion, featuring narration by the character's voice actor, Neil Newbon. The excerpt highlights Newbon's performance as Astarion.
5 reasons why you should play Baldur's Gate 3, especially if you've never played D&D before
This guide argues that Baldur's Gate 3 is an excellent entry point for new players, even those unfamiliar with Dungeons & Dragons. It highlights the game's beginner-friendly D&D 5th Edition mechanics, approachable non-combat options, compelling characters, high replayability, and extensive modding support as reasons to play.
If you're desperate for more Baldur's Gate 3, here's a 6-hour mini-campaign all about Astarion with 4 different endings and 6 new companions
A new mod for Baldur's Gate 3, titled 'A Dream of Silence: Revamped,' offers a six-hour mini-campaign focused on the character Astarion. This mod, created by Abigail Corfman and developed by lizardphunk, takes place within Astarion's mind and features four different endings and six new companions. While Larian Studios has stated they will not expand Baldur's Gate 3 further, this mod showcases the potential of the game's modding tools, with the possibility of future custom campaigns.
7 developers that will save the video games industry - Reader’s Feature
This reader's feature highlights seven smaller developers, including 11 bit studios, AdHoc Studios, Daniel Mullins Games, Hazelight Studios, Larian Studios, Sandfall Interactive, and Supergiant Games, who are seen as vital to the future of the video game industry. The article praises their innovative approaches to game design and storytelling, contrasting them with the perceived missteps of larger publishers.
What games would you play in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber?
Many gamers struggle with large backlogs of unplayed titles, leading to a desire for more time to enjoy them. The article uses the Dragon Ball universe's Hyperbolic Time Chamber as a metaphor for a place where time moves slower, allowing for extensive gaming sessions. The author reflects on personal gaming habits and the challenge of keeping up with new releases while trying to finish existing games.
Baldur's Gate 3 mod adds 6-hour campaign all about Astarion, featuring new companions, 4 different endings, and "a kitty that potentially accepts scritches"
A new mod for Larian Studios' Baldur's Gate 3, titled 'A Dream of Silence: ReVamped,' adds a six-hour custom campaign focused on the companion Astarion. This mod features six new companions, four different endings, and enhanced combat, offering an alternate storyline to the base game.
Frustrated with GTA 6 leaks, Rockstar fans dig up Gabe Newell's "I play games to have fun" rant – and miss the most important part
Following Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks that suggest a realistic fuel system, fans have resurfaced a Gabe Newell quote about realism in games. The article discusses Newell's definition of fun in games as player choice recognition and response, contrasting it with the potential tedium of hyper-realism. It also touches on how games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Baldur's Gate 3 utilize player agency and systemic interactions.
My Baldur's Gate 3 no weapons run descended into chaos when Lae'zel got kidnapped, so I reshaped my party…
A Baldur's Gate 3 player details their challenging 'no weapons' run in Act 3, which was complicated by the kidnapping of their companion Lae'zel by Orin the Red. This event forced a significant party respec, shifting focus to magical combat and new subclass builds to compensate for the loss of their primary tank.
Video game music, orchestral performances, and the sheer joy of a communal experience: how live concerts are helping us reconnect with gaming's good side
Live orchestral concerts celebrating video game music are experiencing a surge in popularity, attracting diverse and passionate audiences. These events, featuring composers like Borislav Slavov and Shoji Meguro, foster a strong sense of community and highlight the artistic merit of game soundtracks, offering a unique human-centric experience in contrast to AI-generated content.
