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Big Festival Awards: Gamescom Latam’s big winner may be familiar, but showpiece event is a celebration of gaming’s diversity
The Gamescom Latam Big Festival Awards celebrated a diverse range of indie games, with "Clair Obscur" taking home the Best Game award. While familiar titles received mentions, many of the night's accolades went to lesser-known but impressive indie titles from Latin America, highlighting the region's growing game development scene.
Best PC Game Pass Games in the Philippines (Updated April 2026) — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
This guide highlights notable games available on PC Game Pass in the Philippines as of April 2026, including titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance, The Alters, and Wasteland 3. It also lists games departing the service on April 30, 2026, and discusses the value proposition of the subscription service for Filipino gamers.
The 39 Best Survival Games To Play In 2026
This guide highlights 39 of the best survival games available in 2026, spanning various platforms and offering diverse gameplay experiences. The article details key features, developers, and release information for each title, emphasizing elements like resource management, base building, and combat.
Get some big games in the Fanatical Legendary Bundle like The Alters and Frostpunk 2
Fanatical has launched a new 'Legendary Bundle' allowing customers to pick multiple games for a discounted price. Titles available include The Alters, Frostpunk 2, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, and Remnant II, among others. The bundle is available until May 28th.
I'm sick of breaking the bank buying AAA games, so I've hunted down overlooked alternatives to 2026's…
This article explores budget-friendly alternatives to upcoming and recently released expensive AAA games, suggesting overlooked indies and gems. It highlights games like Samson and The Precinct as alternatives to Grand Theft Auto 6, and Wreckreation as a substitute for Forza Horizon 6. The author also provides cheaper options for Resident Evil, Pokémon Pokopia, and Death Stranding 2.
The next Frostpunk game isn't a city builder, 11 Bit Studios reveal, alongside a modern "reimagining" of survival game This War Of Mine
11 Bit Studios has announced a new Frostpunk game that will move beyond the city-builder genre, alongside a reimagining of their survival title This War Of Mine. The company also revealed two other new projects, codenamed P14 and P12, and confirmed that Frostpunk 1886 is in advanced production for a 2027/2028 release. Creative director Michał Drozdowski emphasized a commitment to post-release development and community engagement for their titles.
11 bit Studios is reimagining This War of Mine, and there's never been a more raw and relevant time for it
11 bit Studios is reimagining its acclaimed survival game This War of Mine, with the new project designed from the ground up for a multi-year lifecycle and utilizing Unreal Engine. The studio also announced Frostpunk 1886, a remake of Frostpunk, and several other new proprietary IPs. The reimagined This War of Mine is slated for a 2028-2029 release.
12 years after the original and with its themes more relevant than ever, anti-war game This War of Mine is getting a…
11 Bit Studios has announced a reimagining of its cult classic anti-war survival game This War of Mine, alongside a new Frostpunk game and two unannounced titles. The studio also provided updates on sales for The Alters and Frostpunk 2, and confirmed future DLC and releases for 2026 and 2027/2028.
Every PS5 Pro Enhanced Game (So Far)
Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro, launched in November 2024, offers enhanced graphics and frame rates for compatible games, identified by a 'PS5 Pro Enhanced' label. The console features an upgraded GPU and AI-driven upscaling through PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) to achieve higher fidelity visuals and smoother performance, often doubling the power of the base PS5.
How to watch the Triple-i Initiative showcase on April 9
The Triple-i Initiative Showcase will take place on April 9, featuring announcements for 40 indie games, including eight world premieres. The 45-minute stream will be available on YouTube, Twitch, and Steam, showcasing titles like Risk of Rain 2, Windrose, and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse. The event aims to highlight new indie titles without hosts or advertisements.
4 times game devs got called out for leaving AI assets in a game
Several game developers have faced backlash for the inclusion of AI-generated assets in their games. Titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Crimson Desert, Anno 117: Pax Romana, and The Alters have all been criticized for using AI-generated content, with developers often citing it as unintentional or placeholder material that was mistakenly left in the final product.
The Best Xbox Game Pass Games In 2026
This guide highlights the best games available on Xbox Game Pass in 2026, covering a wide range of genres from roguelites to open-world adventures. It details different subscription tiers and provides brief descriptions of each recommended title, including recent additions and critically acclaimed games from previous years.
Capcom Says It Will Use Gen AI for "Efficiency" but Not for In-Game Assets
Capcom has announced its intention to use generative AI for "efficiency and productivity" in game development, but will not implement AI-generated assets in its final game content. The company is considering using the technology for graphics, sound, and programming, drawing parallels to Larian Studios' controversial use of AI in Baldur's Gate 3.
Director of One of 2024's Best Games Says, "Expect the Unexpected" Ahead of Upcoming Reveal - IGN
Sunset Visitor, the developer behind the acclaimed 2024 game 1000xResist, has announced a new project reveal at the Triple-I Showcase on April 9. Studio founder Remy Siu hinted that the new game will continue the team's tradition of unexpected and unconventional design, drawing inspiration from theater and games like NieR:Automata. The showcase will feature announcements for several high-profile indie titles.
The Studio Behind One Of The Greatest Debut Games Of All Time Is Teasing Its Next Project
Sunset Visitor, the studio behind the acclaimed debut game 1000xResist, has teased that they will reveal "something special" at the upcoming Triple-I showcase on April 9. The showcase focuses on indie games and promises over 40 announcements.
Resident Evil 7 Headlines Xbox Game Pass March Wave 2 Lineup - IGN
Microsoft has announced the second wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in March, headlined by Resident Evil 7: Biohazard and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. The lineup also includes Disco Elysium, South of Midnight, The Alters, and Final Fantasy IV, among others. Several titles are also set to leave the service on March 31.
Here's your next batch of Xbox Game Pass games for March
Microsoft has announced new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in March and April, including Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Disco Elysium, and Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. Several titles, such as Peppa Pig World Adventures, will be removed from the service on March 31st.
More Game Pass additions for March include Disco Elysium and Resident Evil 7
Microsoft has announced the latest wave of games coming to Game Pass in March and early April. Titles like Disco Elysium, Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, South of Midnight, and The Alters will be available across various tiers. Several games previously exclusive to the Ultimate tier are expanding to Premium.
Xbox Game Pass Adds Resident Evil 7, Final Fantasy IV, And More
Microsoft announced new titles coming to Xbox Game Pass in late March and early April, including Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, Final Fantasy IV, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, and South of Midnight. Several other games are also being added, while a few titles will be leaving the service on March 31.
Xbox Game Pass March 2026 Wave 2 Adds Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Disco Elysium, Final Fantasy IV
Microsoft has announced the second wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in March 2026, including Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Disco Elysium, and Final Fantasy IV. Several titles are also being added to Game Pass Premium. The article also lists games that will be removed from the service on March 31, 2026.