Sea of Remnants
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Betawatch: Monsters & Memories plunges testers into The Deep, Loftia begins pre-registrations, and ArcheAge S is on its way next year
Several MMORPGs are entering new testing phases or preparing for launch. Monsters & Memories is plunging testers into 'The Deep' ahead of its early access, while Loftia has begun pre-registrations. ArcheAge S is slated for a Q2 2027 release, with gameplay previews coming soon. Legends of Aria Eternal and Valheim have officially launched, while Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen has experienced layoffs.
Betawatch: ArcheAge Chronicles plans a network test for next weekend
ArcheAge Chronicles is planning a network test for September 12th, continuing its development journey. The article also rounds up other MMO news, including updates on Guild Wars 3, Farhaven, and Aion 2, alongside a lengthy list of games currently in various stages of testing and development.
MMO Week in Review: Gamescom, Asura, and Ascension
Gamescom was the dominant event this week, bringing news for numerous MMOs including launch dates for Aion 2 and Path of Exile 2, and trailers for Dune Awakening, Sea of Remnants, and Cinder City. Star Citizen's Squadron 42 received another delay into 2027, while Guild Wars 3 revealed its Asura, and Blizzard shut down another World of Warcraft private server. Other news included updates for Throne and Liberty, Ultima Online, and The Division 2, alongside discussions on game design, AI training lawsuits, and the shutdown of the Project Ascension World of Warcraft emulator.
Gamescom 2026: NetEase announces January launch for Ananta and December beta for Sea of Remnants
NetEase announced at Gamescom 2026 that its multiplayer RPG Ananta will launch on January 15th for PC, Steam, PlayStation 5, and mobile. Additionally, Sea of Remnants will have a closed beta in December, showcasing its roguelike gameplay, turn-based combat, and naval battles.
Sea of Remnants Director Reveals 10 Minutes of Exclusive Gameplay, Details the Game’s Hidden Secrets
The creative director of Sea of Remnants revealed 10 minutes of exclusive gameplay, detailing the RPG's roguelike structure and dice mechanics. The preview also highlighted some of the game's hidden secrets.
Everything announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 — from Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake to The Witcher…
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased numerous game announcements, including a Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered with new content. The show featured reveals for Ananta, The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past DLC, Nodus Fall, Rainbow Six Tactics, Gears of War: E-Day, and many more titles across various genres and platforms.
NetEase’s Sea of Remnants teases closed beta, Gamescom reveals, and launch platforms
NetEase and Joker Studio have announced that their upcoming multiplayer Age of Sail game, Sea of Remnants, will be having a closed beta test. The game is confirmed to be launching on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Android, iOS, ASUS ROG Ally, and Xbox Cloud Gaming. Further details, including the beta's timing, will be revealed at Gamescom, where a 20-minute demo will also be available.
Betawatch: Stars Reach sets course for early access, EverQuest Legends successfully launches
Stars Reach has announced its paid early access will begin on August 18th, while EverQuest Legends has officially launched. The article also provides updates on Guild Wars 3's music, Cinder City's pre-alpha testing, and Reaper Actual's free weekend, alongside a comprehensive list of games currently in various stages of testing and early access.
Sunday Previews
This article previews two upcoming indie games: 'Out of Words,' described as an artistic and handmade experience, and 'Sea of Remnants,' a 'Puppet-Punk Persona' game set at sea. Both titles are highlighted for their unique artistic styles and fresh approaches to gameplay.
Sea of Remnants Is Like a Puppet-Punk Persona at Sea | IGN Preview
Sea of Remnants is an upcoming open-world fantasy RPG featuring ocean exploration and piracy, with a unique wooden puppetry aesthetic reminiscent of stop-motion animation. The game aims to combine vibrant colors and music with a charming, handcrafted visual style.
Sea of Remnants Preview – A Puppet’s Life for Me
Sea of Remnants is a visually distinctive pirate gacha game featuring puppet characters and a unique style. While the ship combat's aiming mechanics need refinement, the turn-based combat system with its slot machine-like mechanic is engaging. The game is set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC later this year.
Summer Game Fest 2026 Part 2: Racing, Horror, Fighting Games & Major Updates | Invision Game Community
Summer Game Fest 2026 Part 2 showcased a wide array of new games and updates across multiple genres including racing, fighting, and horror. Major announcements included expansions for Monster Hunter Wilds, new content for Street Fighter 6 and Palworld, and reveals for games like Hot Wheels Infinite Rush and Stellar Blade: Blood Rain. The event also highlighted upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch 2 and concluded with the unveiling of Final Fantasy VII Revelation.
The Summer Game Fest showcase proves that PC is still the place to be
The Summer Game Fest 2026 showcase strongly emphasized PC as the primary platform for upcoming games, with most titles confirmed for PC release. Several new games, including Final Fantasy 7: Revelation, Last Harbor, and Chronicles: Medieval, were highlighted as PC exclusives or having strong PC presence. The article argues that PC remains the best platform for accessing new releases, demos, and modding capabilities, reinforcing its central role in the gaming industry despite shifts in console strategies.
Here’s All the Games Featured at Summer Game Fest 2026
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous game reveals and updates for 2026 and 2027. Highlights included the Resident Evil Veronica remake, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance expansion, Virtua Fighter Crossroads, and the conclusion of the Final Fantasy VII Remake saga with Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several other titles across various genres and platforms were also announced.
Sea of Remnants ‘Make It Loud’ trailer
NetEase Games and Joker Studio have released a new trailer for their free-to-play oceanic adventure RPG, Sea of Remnants, showcasing "group fleets." The game, set to launch in 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android, features players as a memory-less sailor navigating seas, battling monsters, customizing fleets, and interacting with over 400 companions.
Summer Game Fest Live 2026: All The Biggest Announcements And Games
Summer Game Fest Live 2026 showcased a multitude of new game announcements and trailers. Highlights included reveals for Resident Evil: Code Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, Gen Atlas, Stranger Than Heaven, and the final chapter of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several studios also debuted new titles and updates for existing franchises, covering a wide range of genres.
Everything announced at Summer Game Fest 2026 — from Final Fantasy 7 Revelation to Resident Evil Code Veronica…
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of game announcements and trailers, including the reveal of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, a remake of Resident Evil Code Veronica, and new titles like Stellar Blade Bloodrain and Alien Isolation 2. Several existing games also received updates or new content, such as Palworld 1.0 and a new season for Fortnite. The event also featured announcements for upcoming titles across various genres, with many slated for release in 2026 and 2027 on platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Sea of Remnants Announces Q3 2026 Launch Window in China - GameHaunt
NetEase Games has announced that its free-to-play pirate RPG, Sea of Remnants, will launch in China during the third quarter of 2026. Developed by Joker Studio, the game will feature real-time naval combat and turn-based land battles with a unique art style. A closed beta test is currently underway for players to provide feedback.
Nvidia unveils its controversial DLSS 5 AI upscaling feature
Nvidia has announced DLSS 5, its latest AI upscaling technology, which aims to enhance lighting and textures in games. However, the feature has drawn criticism for its impact on character faces, with some games like Starfield showing altered facial structures. While optional, DLSS 5 utilizes generative AI and will be supported by major publishers, with a release expected in the fall.
DLSS 5 clearly overwrites game characters with AI beauty standards, but Nvidia says devs have 'artistic…
Nvidia has announced DLSS 5, a new AI upscaling technology that uses "3D-guided neural rendering" to enhance game visuals. While Nvidia claims developers will have artistic control, early demonstrations show significant alterations to character models, leading to controversy and comparisons to "AI slop filters." The technology is set to launch in the fall with support for several upcoming games.
