Wreckfest 2
News, coverage and analysis tracking Wreckfest 2 across the outlets.- Now is the winter of your discontent, console blaggards: the RPS team reflect on PlayStation going digital-onlySony's decision to cease physical game sales on PlayStation in 2028 has sparked discussion about the implications for game preservation and digital distribution. While PC gamers have long adapted to digital-only, concerns are rising about the long-term accessibility of purchased digital titles and the control companies have over them.
- Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
- Hot Summer, Hot Update: Wreckfest 2 Update #8 Adds Player Progression, Minimap and Tons of New ContentWreckfest 2 has released Update #8, introducing a player progression system where players earn experience through racing, crashing, and general chaos. The update also adds a minimap, new cars, new tracks, random waypoint races in multiplayer, and shareable paint jobs. This update marks the beginning of a living system that will evolve throughout Early Access.
- Wreckfest 2 Update 8 Adds Player Progression, New Cars, and Chaotic Random Waypoint Mode | Invision GameWreckfest 2 has launched Update 8, introducing its first player progression system that rewards players for racing, crashing, and general chaos. The update also adds new races, two new cars, a multiplayer-exclusive Random Waypoint Mode with unpredictable objectives, and features like shareable paint jobs and an Easy Tuning Mode. This update is part of the game's ongoing Early Access roadmap, with further progression features planned.
- Summer’s Hot, Our Prices Are Cool: THQ Nordic Joins Steam Summer Sale 2026THQ Nordic is participating in the Steam Summer Sale, offering discounts on a wide variety of its titles from June 25th to July 9th, 2026. The sale includes games across genres like Platformers, Action, RPG, Strategy, and Sports, with significant price reductions on many popular games.
- The THQ Nordic Digital Showcase will return in AugustTHQ Nordic has announced its annual Digital Showcase will return on August 7th, featuring world premiere announcements, new gameplay, and updates on upcoming titles. The event will stream live and focus on THQ Nordic's publishing lineup, including games like Titan Quest II, Wreckfest 2, and Way of the Hunter 2, alongside unannounced projects.
- See So Many More AA PS5 Games in THQ Nordic's Showcase This AugustTHQ Nordic will host its annual showcase on August 7th, 2026, featuring new and upcoming PlayStation 5 titles. The event promises reveals for known and unknown games, including Titan Quest II, Wreckfest 2, and The Eternal Life of Goldman, with a focus on release date announcements.
- THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2026 set for August 7THQ Nordic will host its Digital Showcase 2026 on August 7, featuring updates on existing intellectual properties and new reveals. The event will include information on titles such as The Eternal Life of Goldman, Expeditions: Samurai, Fatekeeper, The Guild: Europa 1410, Titan Quest II, Way of the Hunter 2, and Wreckfest 2, among others.
- 2026 THQ Nordic Showcase announced for August 7THQ Nordic has announced its 2026 showcase will take place on August 7, featuring updates on existing IPs and potentially new announcements. Games confirmed to appear include The Eternal Life of Goldman, Titan Quest 2, Wreckfest 2, and others.
- Guess Who's Back: THQ Nordic's Digital Showcase Returns August 7th, 2026! THQ Nordic has announced that its Digital Showcase will return on August 7, 2026. The event will feature updates on existing IPs and new reveals, including titles like Titan Quest II, Wreckfest 2, and Way of the Hunter 2. The showcase will be broadcast live on THQ Nordic's official YouTube and Twitch channels.
- The Best Android Games Sales and Deals This WeekThis weekly roundup highlights current sales and deals on Android games, featuring discounted titles like Titan Quest, Spongebob Squarepants: Battle For Bikini Bottom, and Baldur's Gate Enhanced Edition. The article provides brief descriptions and pricing for each game on sale, encouraging readers to share any additional deals they discover.
- THQ Nordic Digital Showcase Returns on August 7 With “Exciting New Looks at Fan-Favorite Franchises”THQ Nordic will host its Digital Showcase on August 7th, featuring updates on multiple titles including Way of the Hunter 2, Wreckfest 2, The Guild: Europa 1410, Expeditions: Samurai, Fatekeeper, The Eternal Life of Goldman, and Titan Quest 2. The event will also include "long-awaited reveals" and looks at fan-favorite franchises, with potential mentions of Darksiders 4.
- Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer SaleThis weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.
- ENDIX, the Virtual Event You Can Play, is now LIVE on Steam and Epic Games StoreENDIX, a free digital gaming expo, is now live on Steam and the Epic Games Store, running from May 23-24, 2026. The event offers playable demos, premieres, panels, and giveaways, aiming to be accessible to everyone regardless of their ability to travel. It features titles from major publishers like THQ Nordic and indie developers, with a dedicated horror section and partner Alienware providing prizes.
- THQ Nordic Returns to ENDIX expo with Gothic 1 Remake, Titan Quest II & MoreTHQ Nordic will participate in the ENDIX digital gaming expo on May 23-24, 2026, showcasing titles like Gothic 1 Remake, Titan Quest II, and Wreckfest 2. Visitors can explore interactive booths and try demos on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Senior Content Creator Manager Golnaz Eftekhari will also be featured on a live panel.
- Embracer Group cuts itself into pieces, this is its last resort: Bifurcation, new listing—licensing out Kain and…Embracer Group is splitting into two separate companies to improve focus and value creation. One entity, Fellowship Entertainment, will house studios like 4A Games and Crystal Dynamics, managing IPs such as Tomb Raider and The Lord of the Rings. The remaining Embracer will include THQ Nordic and other studios, with properties like Biomutant and Wreckfest. CEO Lars Wingefors indicated a more active exploration of external partnerships for IPs like Saints Row and Legacy of Kain.
- Embracer is splitting in half again, sending Fellowship Entertainment on its merry wayEmbracer Group is splitting into two segments, creating a new company called Fellowship Entertainment to house major IPs like The Lord of the Rings and Tomb Raider, with an IPO planned for 2027. This move aims to better communicate Embracer's diverse operations and unlock the potential of its undervalued assets. The company has undergone previous splits and significant layoffs following financial difficulties.
- Embracer to spin off major video game franchises and studiosEmbracer Group is spinning off its major video game franchises and studios into a new publicly listed company called Fellowship Entertainment, set to launch in 2027. This move aims to provide sharper management focus and clearer accountability for its diverse portfolio. Fellowship Entertainment will house key IPs like Darksiders, Dead Island, and Tomb Raider, alongside studios such as 4A Games and Crystal Dynamics.
- Embracer Group split again spinning off their biggest IP, along with plans for IP partnershipsEmbracer Group is undergoing another significant restructuring, splitting off Fellowship Entertainment, which will focus on publishing and IP licensing, including major franchises like The Lord of the Rings and Tomb Raider. The remaining Embracer Group will focus on its owned IPs and selective M&A. This move aims for sharper management focus and clearer accountability, with plans for Fellowship Entertainment to list on Nasdaq Stockholm by 2027. The company also plans external IP licensing for titles such as Saints Row and Deus Ex.
- Embracer Group splitting into two companies: Embracer and Fellowship EntertainmentEmbracer Group is splitting into two independent companies: Embracer and Fellowship Entertainment. Fellowship Entertainment will focus on IP-led entertainment, including The Lord of the Rings and Tomb Raider, while Embracer will concentrate on proven entrepreneurs with a more efficient structure. This strategic move aims to increase management focus and accelerate value creation for both entities, with Fellowship Entertainment expected to be listed on Nasdaq Stockholm in 2027.