Vampire: The Masquerade
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Ontos is a game about rats, liars, and lying rats. At least, I think that's what it is
Ontos is a narrative-driven game that explores themes of deception and moral ambiguity through difficult choices, as experienced in a Gamescom preview. Players encounter numerous rats and must decide their fate, with options ranging from freeing them to causing them harm. The game aims to present players with weighty decisions that may have significant repercussions, though the preview suggests the decision-making might be too obvious at times.
The Emperor would approve of Total War Warhammer 40k, Creative Assembly says. I can't help but agree.
Creative Assembly's Total War: Warhammer 40,000 aims to distill the vast Warhammer 40,000 universe into manageable, immersive campaigns. The game focuses on specific segments of the galaxy, allowing players to experience granular battles with meaningful stakes, reminiscent of Helldivers 2. The preview highlights accessible gameplay for newcomers and deep customization options, drawing inspiration from Space Marine 2.
Dragon Age Origins is a broken mess. Thankfully, six devs are trying to change that
Dragon Age: Origins, a beloved fantasy RPG, suffers from significant performance issues on PC, making it difficult for new players to enjoy. A dedicated team of six developers is working to decompile its source code for modernization and improved modding support, aiming for a community-managed release without direct profit motive.
Blood of Dawnwalker's troubled power fantasy has me yearning for a more desperate, systemic vampire survival sim
The author finds The Blood of Dawnwalker's portrayal of vampirism to be a power fantasy that misses the mark, lacking the desperation and systemic challenges of a true vampire survival sim. They express a desire for games that focus on the drawbacks and vulnerabilities of being a vampire, citing examples like Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines and Ghost Master as partial inspirations.
The Blood of Dawnwalker launches to "Mostly Positive" Steam reviews, as fans dub it an "RPG that captures what made both The Witcher and Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines so special"
The Blood of Dawnwalker has launched to a "Mostly Positive" reception on Steam, with players praising its RPG elements and comparing it favorably to The Witcher and Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines. However, some reviews cite performance issues and bugs, indicating that optimization needs improvement.
One Of 2026’s Biggest RPGs Is Hiding Inside Fanatical’s New $7 Mystery Bundle
The upcoming RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker, developed by Rebel Wolves, is featured in Fanatical's $7 Mystery Bundle, offering a chance to obtain the game's premium edition alongside other titles. The game, which draws comparisons to The Witcher 3, is praised for its urgent gameplay mechanics and vampire abilities.
'That's how you actually end a live service' — this developer just shut down a free-to-play game by releasing an offline version with no microtransactions for fans to keep playing
Developer Grasshopper Manufacture has released an offline, single-player version of its live service game Let it Die for $19.99, removing all microtransactions. This move allows players to continue enjoying the game after its servers shut down, a decision praised by fans as a positive example of how to handle the end of a live service title.
The Blood of Dawnwalker review: "Despite clear Witcher 3 DNA, I wish this vampire RPG was messier"
The Blood of Dawnwalker is a freeform vampire RPG that attempts to streamline its time-based questing, but ultimately results in a less engaging experience. Despite its folklore-rich world and some interesting combat mechanics, the game suffers from pacing issues, underdeveloped vampire powers, and repetitive activities, leading to a lack of immersion.
Nightborn Is a Gothic Detective RPG Chasing Buffy the Vampire Slayer by Way of L.A. Noire
Nightborn is a forthcoming indie detective RPG that blends gothic vampire themes with the gameplay mechanics of L.A. Noire, aiming to capture the spirit of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Developed by Occupational Hazard, the game is set in New Orleans and features players as a vampire detective investigating the disappearance of their Maker. It is slated for release in Q4 2027 on Steam for PC.
The Duskbloods Is Inspired By One Of Tabletop Gaming’s Most Famous Vampire RPGs
FromSoftware's upcoming game, The Duskbloods, draws inspiration from tabletop role-playing games like Vampire: The Masquerade and modern vampire literature. Game director Hidetaka Miyazaki revealed that the Virtue System and Sigil system are directly influenced by tabletop mechanics, while the game's lore and aesthetic are shaped by his passion for vampire fiction. The Duskbloods is expected to launch for the Nintendo Switch 2 later this year.
Arise Dark Lord is a new RTS where you raise evil armies and crush "godless heathens"
Introversion Software has revealed Arise Dark Lord, a new real-time strategy and action hybrid game where players assume the role of a dark lord commanding undead armies. The game is set for release in 2027, with a Prologue currently available on itch.io. The title features a parchment art style and clear homages to The Lord of the Rings.
I desperately need this TTRPG to become a videogame—it's one of the coolest things I've ever seen
The author expresses a strong desire for the tabletop RPG "10,000 Swords Against Heaven" to be adapted into a video game. This "dark science fantasy cultivation RPG" by JK Saavedra is praised for its unique blend of revolutionary themes, mystical combat, and influences ranging from Southeast Asian culture to Bloodborne and Disco Elysium.
If you bounced off Baldur's Gate 3: now is the time to try again
This article discusses the author's initial negative experience with Baldur's Gate 3, citing its complexity and D&D jargon. After a second playthrough, influenced by watching cast members play D&D, the author found a deeper appreciation for the game's freedom, character depth, and its impact on popular culture and video game acting.
White Wolf Announces Vampire: The Masquerade V6 at Gen Con 2026
During Gen Con 2026, White Wolf announced Vampire: The Masquerade V6, a new edition of their influential gothpunk tabletop role-playing game. This marks a significant update for the long-running franchise.
Gather Your Party and Venture Forth to D&D Tower at Gen Con 2026
Wizards of the Coast will host a Dungeons & Dragons Tower event at Gen Con 2026 from July 30 to August 2 in Indianapolis. The multi-day celebration will feature live actual plays, panels with prominent TTRPG personalities like Matt Mercer and Jasmine Bhullar, and discussions on game design and worldbuilding.
Xbox setting Compulsion and Double Fine free is the only good thing to come out of Microsoft's layoffs
Microsoft's recent layoffs, affecting thousands of employees, have led to Xbox allowing Compulsion Games and Double Fine Productions to become independent. While the mass job losses are devastating, this move is seen as a positive step for fostering innovation in the indie game space, freeing these studios from the constraints of triple-A development.
Vampire: The Masquerade's D&D crossover is a condescending cave-in to people who are afraid of trying something…
This opinion piece discusses the recent announcement of a Vampire: The Masquerade rulebook for Dungeons & Dragons, titled Bound by Blood. While acknowledging its potential appeal to D&D players and character-building enthusiasts, the author expresses frustration with the industry's tendency to integrate existing IPs into D&D rather than promoting dedicated systems for specific genres like horror or vampire themes. The article encourages players to explore dedicated Vampire: The Masquerade systems for a more authentic experience.
A proper vampire class is coming to D&D via a Vampire: The Masquerade tie-in
Ghostfire Gaming, in cooperation with White Wolf, is releasing a supplement called Bound By Blood for Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition that introduces a dedicated vampire class. This class will feature mechanics like blood points, bloodline powers called disciplines, and an inner beast, drawing heavily from the Vampire: The Masquerade tabletop RPG. The supplement will also include an adventure set in the Dark Ages timeline of Vampire: The Masquerade and is scheduled for release in July.
These are our eight favorite games from the PC Gaming Show
The PC Gaming Show highlighted a diverse range of upcoming PC titles, with several games standing out to the PCGamesN team. Notable mentions include the PS1-aesthetic mystery fishing game About Fishing, the Studio Ghibli-inspired adventure Into the Wind, and the turn-based deckbuilder 2 Fights in 2 Tight Spaces.
Everything Announced at the PC Gaming Show on Sunday, June 7
The PC Gaming Show featured over 20 world premieres and more than 60 games, including new titles like Wielders of the Essence, Star Trek: Outposts Unknown, and Stronghold 4. Many games announced, such as Warhammer 40,000: Darktide - Skitarii Class and Abiotic Factor: Entropic Break DLC, are available to wishlist on Steam, with several offering demos.