The Binding of Isaac
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Epic wants to pay you $50,000 to vibe code an AI slop game
Epic Games is hosting the 2026 AI MegaJam, challenging participants to create games using AI tools with Unreal Engine or UEFN. The event offers cash prizes and grants, including up to $50,000 for standout projects, aiming to encourage AI integration in game development. However, the initiative faces significant backlash from developers and the gaming community due to ongoing concerns about AI's impact on the industry.
Valve has just upgraded Steam Achievements, and you can try it out now
Valve has updated Steam Achievements with a new system called Achievement Sets, designed to better reflect the lifespan of modern games and allow for segmentation of achievements by game mode or DLC. The update also introduces time-limited Seasonal Achievements and ensures that archived achievements do not negatively impact a player's overall completion status. These changes are now available for testing in the Steam client beta.
Neon Abyss 2 Wants You To Break The Roguelike – And Game Pass – Rules
Neon Abyss 2 has launched out of Early Access on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, also arriving day one on Game Pass. The sequel builds on the original's run 'n' gun roguelike action with four-player online co-op and deep build experimentation through stacking items and companions.
Resident Evil Movie Director Reveals His Four Favorite Games
Zach Cregger, director of the new Resident Evil movie, shared his four favorite video games: The Binding of Isaac, Dark Souls 3, Resident Evil 4, and The Last of Us Part II. Cregger's choices were noted as solid, with his picks for Dark Souls 3 and Resident Evil 4 aligning with his known interests and movie inspirations.
Resident Evil director Zach Cregger proves his gamer status once again as he lists his top four games of all time
Resident Evil director Zach Cregger, a self-proclaimed gamer, revealed his top four favorite games of all time in a recent interview. His list includes The Binding of Isaac, Dark Souls 3, Resident Evil 4, and The Last of Us Part II. Cregger noted that his new Resident Evil movie draws inspiration from Resident Evil 4 and incorporates visual language from the games.
Steam achievements for multiple upcoming and unannounced games have leaked — and it's an ugly situation for…
Steam achievements for numerous upcoming and unannounced games, including Control Resonant, Kingdom Hearts 4, and Persona 6, have reportedly leaked via the third-party site Exophase. This incident, following a large prototype leak, highlights significant data security concerns for Valve and the Steam platform, creating a minefield of potential spoilers for consumers.
Build A Cat Army And Embrace The Chaos As Mewgenics Hits Consoles
Mewgenics, a tactical adventure game combining cats, breeding, and roguelite progression, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, following its PC release. Developed by Edmund McMillen Games and published by Nicalis Inc., the game challenges players to build and breed a feline dynasty for turn-based tactical battles.
Mewgenics confirms Nintendo Switch 2 physical release, pre-orders open
Mewgenics will receive a full physical release on the Nintendo Switch 2, with pre-orders now open. Developed by Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel, the game is described as a tactical legacy roguelite featuring cat breeding and turn-based combat. While the digital launch is set for next week, a release date for the physical version has not yet been announced.
Blood Dungeon review: DPS doodles
Blood Dungeon is a roguelike platformer from Messhof that features a fun, scribbled aesthetic and fast-paced platforming mechanics. However, the review criticizes its lack of meaningful build-crafting and emphasis on DPS checks, which ultimately makes long-term play feel like a chore despite its initial charm.
Hit roguelike and my GOTY Mewgenics is coming to console next month
The roguelike cat-breeding simulator Mewgenics is launching on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch on September 8, 2026. Developed by Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel, the game has been highly anticipated since its PC release. Store pages for the console versions have appeared on the Xbox and Nintendo eShops.
Mewgenics coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Mewgenics, a roguelike tactics game from Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel, is slated for release on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 8, 2026, according to an eShop listing. The game, which originally launched on PC, features deep tactical combat, a legacy roguelite system with cat breeding, and over 200 hours of campaign content.
A brave indie game has announced it's releasing the same day as GTA 6
Nicalis has announced an updated re-release of The Binding of Isaac, titled The Binding of Isaac: Repentance + Online, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch on November 19. This version includes all previous expansions, updates, and adds online co-op for up to four players. The release date is intentionally set for the same day as Grand Theft Auto 6, a move the publisher believes will generate publicity due to the vastly different target audiences.
14 Games That Give You The Absolute Best Bang For Your Buck
This article highlights 14 games that offer exceptional value for money, focusing on titles that provide extensive playtime without requiring a high initial investment. It avoids free-to-play and live-service games, instead recommending titles like Final Fantasy XIV, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition, and Hades, which offer deep experiences often available at significant discounts.
The next Binding of Isaac game is going up against Grand Theft Auto 6
The Binding of Isaac: Repentance + Online has announced its console release date of November 19th, coinciding with the launch of Grand Theft Auto 6. This package includes The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth and all its expansions, with online multiplayer features previously available in PC beta. Publishers are actively avoiding this date due to the anticipated impact of Grand Theft Auto 6.
We haven't needed motion blur in games for a long time, so I wish it would stop being the default
This article argues that motion blur in video games, particularly in titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved, is an outdated and often detrimental default setting. While acknowledging its historical purpose in masking low frame rates and mimicking film, the author contends that modern hardware and techniques like upscaling make it unnecessary. The piece advocates for motion blur to be an opt-in feature rather than the default, allowing players to experience games in their purest form first.
'The last time I liked everything about a game was probably Baldur's Gate 3': Raphael Colantonio, co-founder of Arkane Studios, talks us through the games installed on his PC
Raphaël Colantonio, co-founder of Arkane Studios and WolfEye Studios, discusses the games installed on his PC, highlighting Baldur's Gate 3 as the last game he "liked everything about." He shares his thoughts on current plays like Mewgenics and Cyberpunk 2077, his enduring love for immersive sims like Thief and Deus Ex, and his early PC gaming roots with Ultima 7.
One of the First Mobile Roguelikes Is Back: House of the Lost: Revived Available Now on iOS and Android
F5 Games has launched House of the Lost: Revived, a rebuilt version of the 2012 mobile roguelike, on iOS and Android. The game is free to download with a $4.99 purchase unlocking the full experience, featuring procedurally generated levels, weapon crafting, and multiple environments. Originally praised as a mobile "Spelunky," the game was rebuilt from the ground up after being delisted in 2019.
Something for the Weekend – 11/07/26
This week's news includes Microsoft confirming significant layoffs affecting multiple studios, Palworld's 1.0 launch with a large patch, and matchmaking issues for Black Ops players on PlayStation 4 and 5. God of War Laufey is slated for a 2027 release, and a petition to save physical games has garnered over 285,000 signatures.
Engagement Ring
An analyst claims that pre-orders for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag on Steam have already surpassed the lifetime sales of Skull and Bones. Separately, the 2014 game The Binding of Isaac is reportedly setting new sales records on Steam.
Steam Week in Review: Steam just got its first 'dopamine site', so you can fatten a fake backlog without…
The article discusses the phenomenon of 'dopamine sites' that simulate the pleasure of online purchases without spending money, drawing parallels to the Steam backlog and the addictive nature of accumulating games. It highlights a website called Steam Sale Simulator that replicates the Steam storefront experience, allowing users to 'buy' games endlessly. The piece also touches on the rise of idle games and the psychological aspects of consumerism in gaming.
