Ground Zero
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Something for the Bank Holiday Weekend – 02/05/26This week's gaming news includes the early access release date for Subnautica 2, Star Wars: Galactic Racer's October launch, and the shutdown of developer Spiders. Several games received high review scores, including TerraTech Legion and Ground Zero, while previews covered titles like 007: First Light and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Switch 2.
Ground Zero Review – Seoul SurvivorGround Zero is a standout indie survival horror game that captures the essence of PS1 classics while offering modern customization options. The game features satisfying combat with a wide arsenal, engaging puzzles, and high replayability with multiple endings and unlockable content. Despite a lack of a quick weapon switch, its Korean setting and Resident Evil-inspired gameplay make it a compelling experience.
What We Played – Saros, Vampire Crawlers & ReplacedSeveral gaming outlets shared their recent playtime, with Saros being highlighted as an excellent roguelite third-person shooter from Housemarque that refines the genre's formula. Other titles discussed include Moomintroll Winter's Warmth, Tides of Tomorrow, Resident Evil Requiem, Marvel Rivals, Hitman 3, Space Marine 2, Vampire Crawlers, Ground Zero, Breath of Fire III, and Replaced.- Titanium Court Launching April 23Titanium Court, a surreal strategy game from AP Thomson and Fellow Traveller, is launching on PC via Steam on April 23. The game features physics-powered mayhem and has won IGF Excellence in Design and Seamus McNally Grand Prize awards. Several other game updates and releases are also mentioned, including Nippon Marathon 2, 007 First Light, Hela: Of Mice & Magic, Ground Zero, Wolfgang Krauser's arrival in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, and the Asterfel playtest.
- Retro Survival Horror Title Ground Zero Now AvailableThe retro survival horror title Ground Zero, developed by Malformation Games and published by Kwalee, is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features retro-inspired visuals and tasks players with fighting, solving puzzles, and upgrading gear in a post-apocalyptic South Korea. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for other games like Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, Asterfel, Airborne Empire, Echoes of Aincrad, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, and Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2.
Ground Zero Review – A Love Letter to Resident Evil That Stands on Its OwnGround Zero is a survival horror game that pays homage to classics like Resident Evil and Dino Crisis while establishing its own identity. Set in a South Korean city devastated by a meteorite, players control Seo-Yeon as she uncovers the truth behind the disaster and the strange new lifeforms it created. The game features a unique health system, a risk-reward focus aiming mechanic, a genome-based currency system, and a parry system, offering a fresh take on the genre.
Ground Zero x Tormented Souls 2 Bundle Drops with Stacking Steam DiscountsPQube has announced a new bundle featuring the survival horror titles Ground Zero and Tormented Souls 2, available on PC via Steam. This bundle offers a 10% discount that stacks with existing Steam sales, even for players who already own one of the games. Ground Zero is set in post-apocalyptic South Korea, while Tormented Souls 2 follows Caroline Walker's return in a psychological horror experience.
Ground Zero & Hollowbody Survival Horror Bundle Launches on SteamTwo indie survival horror titles, Ground Zero and Hollowbody, have launched a collaborative bundle deal on Steam for PC. This partnership allows players to purchase both games together, with a 10% discount that stacks with existing sales, even if they already own one of the titles. The bundle offers two distinct horror experiences: Ground Zero's post-apocalyptic South Korea setting and Hollowbody's tech-noir urban decay.
GROUND ZERO Drops Today: Korean Apocalypse Game Hits DifferentThe indie game GROUND ZERO, set in a post-apocalyptic South Korea following a meteor impact, has launched today on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5. The game features a Korean operative investigating the aftermath, offering a fresh cultural perspective on the genre. It emphasizes investigation and atmosphere over large-scale open-world gameplay and is available with a launch discount.
Korean Post-Apocalypse Meets 90s Theme Park Mystery in New Horror BundleA new bundle on Steam combines the horror games Ground Zero and Crow Country, developed by SFB Games. Ground Zero features post-apocalyptic survival horror in South Korea, while Crow Country offers a 1990s theme park mystery. The bundle aims to showcase the strengths of indie horror through complementary storytelling and atmospheres, offering a discount even for players who already own one of the games.
Ground Zero Drops Players Into A Terrifying Post-Apocalyptic BusanGround Zero is a new retro-inspired survival horror game set in a post-apocalyptic Busan, South Korea. Developed by Malformation Games and published by Kwalee, it is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game emphasizes dread and unease over spectacle, featuring fixed camera angles and a deliberate pace reminiscent of classic survival horror titles.- Game ReviewsThis article compiles reviews and performance analyses for several games including Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss, Ground Zero, and Opus: Prism Peak. DSOGaming provides a PC performance analysis for Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss, while The Wand Report offers reviews for both Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss and Ground Zero.
- Ground Zero Review - The Classic Survival Horror We've Been Waiting ForGround Zero delivers a nostalgic survival horror experience reminiscent of classic Resident Evil titles, featuring a compelling narrative with branching paths and challenging gameplay. While its level design, atmosphere, and combat mechanics are praised for capturing the genre's essence, the game is hampered by clunky menu systems, limited inventory space, and occasionally oversized environments. Despite these drawbacks, its commitment to classic survival horror tropes and high replayability make it a standout for genre enthusiasts.
These 18+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out Next Week (13th-19th April)A variety of new games are releasing on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 between April 13th and 19th. Notable titles include the highly anticipated sequel Hades 2, the stylish FPS Mouse P.I. For Hire, and Capcom's new IP Pragmata. The list also features several indie titles across various genres like RPGs, platformers, and puzzle games.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for April 13 to 17This week's "Next Week on Xbox" feature highlights numerous game releases for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between April 13 and April 17. Titles include Dosa Divas, Hades II, Replaced, Pragmata, and many more across various genres, with several also available on Game Pass.
We Should Be In The Mario Galaxy Movie | Kurt & Lucy Gotcha CoveredThis article rounds up various game trailers and reveals, including Guilty Gear Strive, Mortal Shell 2, and FIST OF THE NORTH STAR: HOKUTO NO KEN. It also touches on the rising cost of games and the importance of transparency regarding Early Access titles, with a mention of Sony potentially discontinuing a service.- From Horror to RPGs: 10 Games Worth Playing This Month – Top Games April 2026April 2026 offers a curated selection of games, balancing a few larger titles with smaller, momentum-building releases. This month's list includes diverse genres such as anime-styled action, narrative survival visual novels, hybrid RPGs, adventure horror, life simulations, sci-fi roguelites, cyberpunk platformers, retro shooters, and classic survival horror.
PS5 Getting Intriguing Action Game Set in South Korea, Out SoonThe post-apocalyptic action game Ground Zero, set in South Korea, is launching on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on April 16, 2026. Developed by Malformation Games and published by Kwalee, the game combines shooting and martial arts combat with retro horror elements like fixed cameras and puzzles. Players will investigate Busan after a meteor strike, encountering terrifying threats.
More Games Need To Be Honest About Being Early AccessThis article argues that more games should be transparent about their Early Access status. It highlights various game trailers and mentions the Nintendo Switch Lite, suggesting a need for clearer communication with players regarding game development stages.
Ground Zero Launches April 16 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|SGround Zero, a retro-inspired survival horror game developed by Malformation Games and published by Kwalee, is set to launch on April 16, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game takes place in a devastated Busan, South Korea, following a mysterious meteor impact that has transformed creatures into monsters. Players will investigate the ruins, engage in combat with firearms and melee attacks, and upgrade their abilities using Genome Points earned from combat.