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Ex-Dying Light lead wants to find "the next Kojima" in new role at Bloober Team publishing division
Tymon Smektala, formerly of Techland's Dying Light series, has joined Broken Mirror Games, the publishing division of Bloober Team, as executive director. He aims to discover and nurture new horror game creators, potentially finding the 'next Kojima,' and leverage Bloober Team's expertise in the genre. The division is already working on titles like Onyx: The Dark Grip for the Nintendo Switch.
The Last of Us directors used to say "nobody" was making "character-driven survival action games" like them – just don't tell that to Resident Evil
The Last of Us directors Bruce Straley and Neil Druckmann previously stated that "nobody" was making "character-driven survival action games" like theirs. While Resident Evil existed, Druckmann argued it lacked character focus, being "campy, over-the-top violence." The article notes that the genre has since become more populated with titles like The Plague Tale, Dying Light, and Days Gone, and that even Resident Evil remakes seem to have learned from The Last of Us.
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival learned the wrong lesson from Resident Evil 7
This article critiques Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, arguing that its first-person perspective, inspired by Resident Evil 7, detracts from the game's potential as a third-person action title. While praising its gore and atmosphere, the author finds the perspective choice disorienting and detrimental to both character immersion and combat mechanics.
Former Dying Light franchise lead joins Bloober Team horror imprint Broken Mirror Games
Tymon Smektala, former franchise director at Techland, has joined Bloober Team as executive director for its horror imprint, Broken Mirror Games. He will oversee creative direction and portfolio for the imprint, assisting with ongoing projects like Saw: Genesis and Onyx: The Dark Grip, while also seeking new horror game partnerships. Smektala previously spent over 13 years at Techland, known for the Dying Light and Dead Island series.
PlayStation Plus Adds Award-Winning 2025 RPG
PlayStation Plus Extra has added Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector, Dying Light, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind, and Snow Bros. Wonderland to its game catalog for July 2026. Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector, developed by Jump Over the Age, is a sequel to the award-winning 2022 RPG.
PlayStation Plus Subscribers Have 9 Games To Finish Before August Ends
Nine games will be removed from the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog on August 18, including Dead Island 2 and Harold Halibut. Subscribers have until this date to play these titles. Additionally, new games are being added to the catalog throughout July and August, with classic titles also becoming available for Premium-tier members.
PlayStation Plus Extra, Premium July 2026 Games Rolling Out Now
Sony's PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers are rolling out their July 2026 game additions, with staggered releases by region. Titles available this week include Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Rise of the Ronin, and Dying Light, among others. Specific release dates vary, with some games launching globally on July 21st and others on July 28th in the US, UK, and Japan.
Playstation Plus avtäcker Premium-spelen för juli
PlayStation Plus Premium and Extra subscribers will receive new games starting July 21, including Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Rise of the Ronin, Firefighting Simulator: Ignite, and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind. The lineup also features Dying Light, Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector, and Snow Bros. Wonderland. Additionally, Premium subscribers get access to Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy and Indigo Prophecy.
Here are our PS Plus Premium and Extra games for July
Sony has announced the lineup of games coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers in July. The offerings include Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Rise of the Ronin, and Firefighter Simulator: Ignite for PlayStation 5, alongside several other titles for PlayStation 4 and 5. Classic games like Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy and Indigo Prophecy will also be available on the Premium tier.
PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium Games For July 2026 Revealed
Sony has announced the lineup of games coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers in July 2026. The offerings include titles like Rise of the Ronin, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and Dying Light, with some games available starting July 15 and others rolling out later in the month. Premium subscribers will also gain access to classic titles such as Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy and Indigo Prophecy.
PlayStation Plus Extra, Premium July 2026 Games Add 2 Classics
Sony has announced the games coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers in July 2026, including two classic titles. New additions feature Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Rise of the Ronin, and PS2 classics like Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy and Indigo Prophecy.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for July – Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Rise of the Ronin, Firefighting Simulator: Ignite and more
Sony announced the July lineup for the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog, featuring titles like Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Rise of the Ronin, and Firefighting Simulator: Ignite for PlayStation 5. Additionally, PS2 classics Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy and Indigo Prophecy will be available for PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers. The new games will be available starting July 15th in some regions and July 21st globally.
Rise of the Ronin is Out Today for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium Subscribers
Team Ninja's Rise of the Ronin is now available for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers on PlayStation 5 in the US and UK. Several other titles, including Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind, are also being added to the Game Catalog throughout July. This staggered release approach is part of Sony's updated strategy for its subscription service offerings.
Dying Light: The Beast PS4 And Xbox One Versions Cancelled
Techland has canceled the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of Dying Light: The Beast due to performance issues on older hardware. The developer will provide refunds for pre-orders, and player reactions to the news are mixed.
Dying Light: The Beast for PS4 and Xbox One Canceled After Dev Accepts 'The Technical Realities of Development'
Techland has canceled the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of Dying Light: The Beast due to the technical realities of development. The studio cited these challenges as the reason for the discontinuation of the planned content for the older console generation.
EXPLORE THE ART AND CREATIVITY BEHIND 40 GAME TITLES THROUGH “WORLDS OF PLAY” GLOBAL ART EXHIBITION IN COLOGNE, AUGUST 27 TO 29
Tencent announced "Worlds of Play: The Game Art Exhibition," a global art show featuring 40 game titles from over 20 studios. The exhibition will take place in Cologne, Germany, from August 27 to 29 during gamescom 2026. It will showcase artworks and installations across five themed zones, celebrating the artistry and cultural significance of game creation.
Dying Light Franchise now on Steam Summer Sale!
The Dying Light franchise is currently featured in the Steam Summer Sale, offering discounts of up to 80% on titles including Dying Light, Dying Light 2: Stay Human, and Dying Light: The Beast. Players can purchase these survival horror games on PC until July 9th.
SGJ Podcast #516 – Our Favorite Sound Design in Gaming
The SGJ Podcast hosts discuss their favorite examples of sound design in video games, covering titles like Elite Dangerous, Thief, Rebel Galaxy Outlaw, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. The discussion highlights how audio contributes to immersion and gameplay experience across a variety of genres.
Now we know how much GTA 6 costs, but can you remember what these other games cost at launch? Take our price tag quiz!
Rockstar Games has confirmed Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch at $70, with an Ultimate Edition costing $100. This article tests readers' knowledge of the launch prices of various other games, including the original Grand Theft Auto, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Collector's Edition, and The Orange Box.
This $1,000 Steam Game Offers Very Little, But At Least It’s Honest About It
The indie game "Congratulations On Your Purchase" by Minimal Viable Prestige has launched on Steam for $1,000, offering a minimalist "luxury experience" with no gameplay beyond walking a red carpet. This release sparks discussion about video game pricing, especially in light of potential $80 standard editions for upcoming AAA titles like Grand Theft Auto 6. The article also references other expensive collector's editions and publicity stunts from past games.