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Every Nintendo Direct Game That You Can Play Right Now
During a recent Nintendo Direct presentation, several games were announced and made available for immediate download. These surprise launches include ports of existing titles, additions to Nintendo Switch Online, and demos for upcoming games on the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
Don't Nod might not have enough cash to make it through January 2027, and even if it does, pulling up could…
Developer Don't Nod is facing severe financial difficulties, with a material uncertainty about its ability to continue operating beyond January 31, 2027. Poor sales of recent titles like Jusant and Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, coupled with increased development costs for a Netflix collaboration, have led to a significant decrease in operating revenue. The company is undergoing a restructure in France that may involve up to 90 layoffs.
Life is Strange developer Don't Nod look primed for layoffs, as the studio announces a "transformation intitiative"
Life is Strange developer Don't Nod is initiating a "transformation initiative" that is likely to result in layoffs, as the company cites deteriorating economic conditions in the video game industry. The studio has convened employee representative bodies to discuss a potential job protection plan and has begun negotiations with labor unions.
Life is Strange and Aphelion studio Don't Nod probably facing layoffs again, as it announces ominous-sounding "transformation initiative"
French developer Don't Nod, known for Life is Strange and Aphelion, is initiating a "transformation initiative" that strongly suggests impending layoffs. The company cited "profound changes in the economic conditions of the video game industry" and deteriorating economic indicators as reasons for adapting its operating model, with negotiations underway for a job-preservation plan.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 24: PlayStation & Xbox Summer Sales continue
The PlayStation Summer Sale and Xbox Ultimate Game Sale are ongoing, offering discounts on a wide range of titles for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The Nintendo eShop also features deals, including a sale on Balatro for the Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus members can also access free games.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 17: PlayStation Summer Sale & Xbox Ultimate Game Sale
This weekend offers significant discounts on PlayStation and Xbox digital libraries, with sales like the PlayStation Summer Sale and Xbox Ultimate Game Sale. Notable deals include discounts on Elden Ring Nightreign, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and various first-party and third-party titles across both platforms. Nintendo also has a sale on the Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale, with The Forever Winter and Jusant available at 50% and 60% discounts respectively on Steam. Pro Basketball Manager 2026 also sees a 60% price reduction on the PC platform.
Aphelion and Life is Strange developer Don't Nod in trouble as it struggles to secure funding for its next project
French studio Don't Nod, known for Life is Strange and Aphelion, is facing financial difficulties and may run out of cash by November as co-owner Tencent is unwilling to fund its next project or increase its stake. The company is seeking other publishers for funding, but discussions have not yet yielded commitments. This situation could lead to layoffs and a scaled-back development scope for its upcoming game, Project P14.
DON’T NOD Releases Aphelion Today on PC, Xbox Series, and PlayStation 5
DON'T NOD has released its cinematic sci-fi adventure game, Aphelion, on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The game is available in Standard, Deluxe, and Day One Editions, with a special Pioneer Edition for PlayStation 5 releasing on July 2nd. Aphelion puts players in the role of ESA astronauts exploring the planet Persephone.
Aphelion review: "Life is Strange creator's Uncharted-like sci-fi adventure fails to land"
Aphelion, a sci-fi adventure from Don't Nod, fails to impress with its lackluster storytelling and clunky mechanics, despite beautiful alien vistas and a solid premise. The game's Uncharted-like climbing and stealth sequences are uninteresting, and constant monologuing overexplains the narrative. While it shares DNA with Don't Nod's acclaimed titles like Life is Strange and Jusant, Aphelion ultimately feels devoid of life and fails to live up to the studio's previous successes.
10 Open-World Games That Actually Respect Your Time (2026) | TAG
This article ranks 10 open-world games that respect players' time by offering meaningful content, natural stopping points, and efficient traversal. Games like A Short Hike, Outer Wilds, and Assassin's Creed Mirage are highlighted for their design philosophies that prioritize player time over excessive filler. The author emphasizes that game design, not just length, determines if an open-world experience respects the player's schedule.
This new climbing game is a bit like Darkest Dungeon on a mountain: Sometimes you have to cut the rope, and not everyone…
Ascenders: Beyond the Peak is a new turn-based strategy climbing game that draws thematic inspiration from Darkest Dungeon, where players lead a team and must make difficult decisions, including sacrificing members. Unlike other dexterity-focused climbing games, Ascenders emphasizes party composition, artifact collection, and reputation management. Developed by Ludogram, the game is slated for an early access launch on PC via Steam in Q3 2026.
Aphelion Launches April 28 on PC, PS5, and Xbox; New Persephone Trailer Debuts
Don't Nod announced that its sci-fi action-adventure game Aphelion will launch on April 28, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass and features a Pioneer Edition for PlayStation 5 releasing July 2, 2026. Players will explore the alien planet Persephone as ESA astronauts.
