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ShatterRush: A New Parkour FPS Combining Elements of Titanfall and The Finals - GameHaunt
ShatterRush, a new parkour-focused multiplayer shooter with mech combat from Tetra Studios, is slated for a Q3 2026 release on PC via Steam. The game features 16-player matches, full map destruction, and split-screen support. An Open Pre-Alpha is currently available for players to try.
The Finals Gets Lucky with Store Update 9.13.0 and Luck N’ Loaded Theme
The Finals has released Store Update 9.13.0, introducing the "Luck N’ Loaded" theme with rainbow-colored cosmetics and lucky charms. This update coincides with the ongoing Sponsor Showdown event, aiming to provide players with a psychological edge and enhance their competitive mindset. The developers are leaning into superstition and fun themes to differentiate the game in the arena shooter genre.
No one at Embark could describe Arc Raiders before its extraction shooter pivot, leading to 'playtest battles' of competing directions for the game
Embark Studios' extraction shooter Arc Raiders underwent significant development pivots, moving away from its initial PvE concepts due to a lack of clear direction. Production director Caio Braga detailed how internal playtest battles and conflicting visions led to the game's eventual focus on the extraction shooter genre, leveraging the studio's experience with The Finals.
THE FINALS Developers Show How to Handle Privacy Scares the Right Way
Embark Studios addressed a privacy scare in THE FINALS by releasing a hotfix for an issue where Discord's SDK logged excessive user information. The developer communicated the problem and its resolution directly to players, emphasizing that no private data was collected or shared by Embark. This transparent approach is highlighted as a positive example of building player trust in the gaming industry.
Nexon snaps up Arc Raiders' Patrick Söderlund as executive chairman to "lead the next phase of growth" for the company
Nexon has appointed Patrick Söderlund, founder of Embark Studios and Arc Raiders, as its new executive chairman. Söderlund will focus on accelerating global strategy and leading the company's next phase of growth, working closely with CEO Junghun Lee. This move comes as Nexon aims to expand its presence in the live-service sector, building on recent successes like Dave the Diver and The Finals.
Arc Raiders beats its own Steam player record just a few hours after launch to become one of the most popular extraction shooters
Arc Raiders has achieved a successful launch, surpassing its previous beta player records on Steam with a peak of 264,673 concurrent players. The extraction shooter, developed by Embark Studios, also boasts a 'Very Positive' user review rating. This launch performance is notable as it exceeded the peak concurrent player count of Embark's previous free-to-play title, The Finals.
30 Best PS5 Multiplayer Games To Play In 2026
This guide lists 30 of the best multiplayer games available on the PlayStation 5, covering a variety of genres and playstyles. The selection includes both competitive PvP and cooperative PvE experiences, with options for solo players and groups of friends. The article highlights games like Fortnite, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Helldivers 2, and Baldur's Gate 3, among many others, offering brief descriptions of their gameplay and multiplayer features.
25 Best First-Person Shooters You Can’t Miss In 2026
This guide highlights 25 of the best first-person shooter games available, focusing on newer titles that are easily accessible and offer engaging experiences. It covers a range of FPS subgenres, from competitive multiplayer and immersive VR to single-player campaigns with deep stories and unique mechanics.
