Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader
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The Ultimate Survivor from Catachan and the Xenarite Tech-Priest Eogunn Februs: Owlcat Games introduces new companions for Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy and Rogue Trader
Owlcat Games has revealed two new companions for their Warhammer 40,000 titles. Haymar Devos, a survivor from Catachan, is introduced for Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, while Eogunn Februs, a Xenarite Tech-Priest, will join Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader in DLC 3. Both companions are showcased in new trailers, with Haymar available in the Dark Heresy alpha and Eogunn set to appear in the upcoming DLC.
Owlcat reveals two new 40K companions, one for Rogue Trader and one for the upcoming Dark Heresy
Owlcat Games has revealed two new companions for its Warhammer 40,000 role-playing games. Eogunn Februs will be available for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, with a trailer showcasing the Infinite Museum DLC. Haymar Devos, a guardsman from Catachan, is a new recruit for the upcoming Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, currently in playable alpha.
Games Radar ranks the best RPGs with romance options
Games Radar has published a list ranking the best role-playing games that feature romance options. The list includes titles such as Dragon Age Inquisition, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, and Baldur's Gate 3, highlighting how these relationships can deepen player connection to the game's narrative and world.
I've ranked the best RPGs with romance options, from Fire Emblem to Mass Effect
This ranking highlights the 10 best RPGs featuring romance options, emphasizing games where these relationships deepen the narrative and world. Titles like Dragon Age: Inquisition, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt are praised for their well-integrated romantic storylines and companion bonds.
10 Best CRPGs in 2026 to lose yourself in
This article ranks the 10 best Computer Role-Playing Games (CRPGs) available, highlighting their immersive worlds, reactive gameplay, and impactful choices. It features titles like Baldur's Gate 3, Wasteland 3, and Disco Elysium, discussing their unique vibes and appeal to both newcomers and veterans of the genre.
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.
Owlcat Games is using gen-AI to 'iterate faster' on The Expanse
Owlcat Games is utilizing generative AI as a tool to accelerate prototyping and iteration for its upcoming RPG, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn. The studio emphasizes that all final game assets and content will be human-made, with AI used solely for internal processes and concept exploration. This approach contrasts with other studios like Pearl Abyss, which faced backlash for using AI-generated assets in Crimson Desert, while Capcom also plans to leverage AI for development efficiency.
"Everything in the final version will definitely 100% be human made" - But Owlcat says gen-AI is being used during The Expanse: Osiris Reborn development
Owlcat Games has confirmed the use of generative AI during the development of The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, primarily for prototyping and technical iteration, with all final assets being human-made. The studio previously clarified its AI usage in a job posting, assuring that artists would not be replaced and that AI would only serve as a tool for inspiration and speeding up internal processes. The game is set to release in spring 2027 for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox Series S/X, with a closed beta available next month for pre-purchasers.
Owlcat's Mass Effecty sci-fi game The Expanse: Osiris Reborn gets a release window, a closed beta date, and a Game Pass promise
Owlcat Games has announced that its Mass Effect-inspired sci-fi RPG, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, will launch in Spring 2027. A closed beta will be available starting April 22nd for those who pre-purchase specific editions, and the game will be a day-one release on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X.
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn’s Companions and Perks Revealed
Owlcat Games has revealed details about companions and their unique 'Exploit' abilities in their upcoming game, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn. These companions, including J, Teo, Regina, Polly, Aleesha, Michael, and Zafar, offer diverse personalities and combat roles. The game is in development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with more information expected at the Xbox Partner Preview.
The companions in Owlcat's new Mass Effect-inspired RPG stand ready to have heart-to-heart chats, drag you into their sidequests, and blow a lot of stuff up
Owlcat Games, known for isometric RPGs like Pathfinder: Kingmaker, is developing The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, a third-person shooter RPG inspired by Mass Effect. The game will feature a diverse cast of companions with unique personalities, backstories, and combat roles, including environmental manipulation abilities. The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is set in the hard sci-fi universe of The Expanse and is available to wishlist on Steam.
Shadow of the Road is a Final Fantasy Tactics-inspired RPG that dares to answer life's biggest question: what if there were robot scorpions in 19th century Japan?
Shadow of the Road is a new tactical RPG inspired by Final Fantasy Tactics, set in an alternate 19th-century Japan infused with steampunk elements. Developed by Another Angle Games and published by Owlcat Games, the game features turn-based combat with a diverse party and a unique setting that blends historical context with fantastical technology. A demo is available, showcasing the game's hand-crafted encounters and isometric perspective.
The latest Humble Bundle packs 9 CRPGs, including some of the best to ever do it, for a little over $20
The latest Humble Bundle, titled 'RPG Masters', features nine CRPGs and three expansion packs for just over $20. The bundle includes classics like Baldur's Gate, Planescape: Torment, and Icewind Dale, alongside modern titles such as Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous and Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader. An outlier in the bundle is Mythforce, a first-person shooter roguelite developed by Beamdog.
The future of RPGs is isometric
The isometric role-playing game genre is experiencing a significant resurgence, driven by the success of titles like Baldur's Gate 3 and Disco Elysium. This trend sees developers embracing the classic top-down perspective, bridging the gap between modern AAA RPGs and older, more hardcore cRPGs, with new projects emerging across indie, AA, and even AAA studios.
Solasta 2 release times for Steam Early Access revealed
Solasta 2 is set to launch into Steam Early Access on March 12th, 2026, with its base price set at $39.99. The PC version will allow players to reach level 4 and explore Act 1, offering approximately 10-15 hours of content with fully voiced segments and six playable classes. Unlike its predecessor, Solasta 2 is not planned for Xbox Game Preview.
The OG Baldur's Gates are freshly patched, and you can pick them up with 500+ hours of other CRPGs for $23 right…
Beamdog has released a surprise 2.7 beta patch for its enhanced Infinity Engine games, including Baldur's Gate 1 and 2, adding Apple Silicon support and new languages. This coincides with a Humble Bundle offering these and other CRPGs like Pathfinder and Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader for $23.
As Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy gets an early gameplay look-in, Rogue Trader gets an infinitely brief DLC teaser
Owlcat Games has released a brief teaser for upcoming DLC titled 'The Infinite Museion' for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, focusing on investigating Trazyn the Infinite's vault. Additionally, early alpha gameplay footage for their other Warhammer 40,000 CRPG, Dark Heresy, was shown, offering a glimpse into combat mechanics. No release dates have been announced for either.
Owlcat just teased a new Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader DLC, and it's all about everyone's favorite relic-hoarding necron, Trazyn the Infinite
Owlcat Games has teased a new DLC for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader titled The Infinite Museion, which will feature the Necron character Trazyn the Infinite. The DLC will explore Trazyn's obsession with the Von Valancius dynasty and introduce a new companion with a unique combat style.
New Video Game Releases in Week 49 of December 8, 2025
This article lists new video game releases for the week of December 8, 2025, across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. It also details free game offerings for December 2025 on PC, mobile, Xbox Game Pass, and PlayStation Plus. Notable releases include Skate Story, Pokemon Legends: Z-A: Mega Dimension, and Terminator 2D: No Fate.
