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First Major Update for PS5's NTE Will Let You Mute Its Worst Character
The first major update for the free-to-play open-world game NTE, developed by Hotta Studio, will be released on June 3rd. The update introduces the ability to mute the character Taygedo, a Porsche collaboration featuring the 918 Spyder, a new area called Sunward Island, and two new playable characters, Lacrimosa and Chaos. It also adds new gameplay features like an in-game social media feed, a Mario Kart-style racing mode, and an online fighting minigame, alongside various bug fixes and optimizations for controller support.
Neverness to Everness reveals 1.1 update for June and Steam version
Publisher Perfect World Games and developer Hotta Studio announced that the first major post-launch update for Neverness to Everness, titled "Dreamwalk Corridor", will be released on June 3rd for all platforms. The update will introduce new story content, characters, and vehicles. Additionally, the game is launching on Steam, Epic Games Store, Nvidia GeForce NOW, and the Samsung Galaxy Store.
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains gets slight delay
Ubisoft and Behaviour Interactive have delayed Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains from its original June 11th release to June 30th. The game will be available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. This Star Wars-themed Monopoly features team-based gameplay with unique hero abilities.
ENDIX, the Fully Free, Digital Gaming Expo, Is Now Live With Playable Demos, Panels, and Much More
ENDIX, a fully digital gaming expo, is now live on Steam and the Epic Games Store until May 24. The free event features playable game demos, exclusive trailers, industry panels, and a dedicated horror section. IGN is serving as the official streaming partner for the expo.
Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.3 The Lethe Below the Living Officially Revealed
HoYoverse has officially revealed Version 4.3 of Honkai: Star Rail, titled "The Lethe Below the Living," launching on June 1, 2026. This update continues the Planarcadia story, focusing on Blade's confrontation with his fate and the Aeon Voracity, while the Trailblazer warns Graphia about Asat Pramad. The version introduces the new 5-star character Mortenax Blade and various in-game events and gameplay modes.
Aztecs: The Last Sun Leaves Early Access Today And Enters Version 1.0 With New Features And Game Modes
Aztecs: The Last Sun has officially launched its Version 1.0, exiting Early Access and becoming available on PC via Steam, GOG.com, and the Epic Games Store. Developed by Play2Chill and published by Toplitz Productions, this update introduces new features, game modes including Sandbox and Creative, and a new chapter in its story mode that pits players against the Moon Goddess.
Cozy Island Builder Ourlands Launching June 2nd, 2026!
The cozy island builder Ourlands, developed by Jamaican indie studio GrahamOfLegend, is set to launch on June 2nd, 2026, for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game focuses on creative building and exploration with no objectives or restrictions, featuring dozens of unlockable items and a unique 'postcard mode' for sharing creations.
Kingsroad Asia Launches on Mobile After PC Debut in Game of Thrones - GameHaunt
Netmarble has launched Game of Thrones: Kingsroad on iOS, Android, and PC, following its earlier PC debut. This free-to-play open-world action RPG set during Season 4 of the HBO series features grounded melee combat and supports cross-progression between platforms. The mobile release includes improvements based on PC player feedback, such as additional storage slots.
Warhammer 40000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch announced
Frontier Foundry and Complex Games have announced Warhammer 40000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch, a new turn-based tactical RPG. The game is a sequel to Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters and will feature new units, squad customization, and broader class identity. It is in development for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies Released
The espionage RPG ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies, developed by ZA/UM, is now available on Windows PC via the Epic Games Store, GOG.com, and Steam. The game is from the same studio that created Disco Elysium.
Morning Gatherings and Events
Endix, an Entertaining Digitized Expo, is running this weekend on the Epic Games Store and Steam. The event is described as a "Fully Digital Event Running As a Game." PlanetPlay's Green Games Showcase is also participating in the official Summer Game Fest.
The Abyss Awaits: FPS Action-Adventure Luna Abyss Out Now on PC & Consoles
The first-person action-adventure game Luna Abyss is now available on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a launch discount and a Deluxe Edition option. Players control Fawkes, a prisoner exploring a mysterious megastructure beneath a mimic moon, engaging in fluid platforming and bullet hell combat. The game is also available on Game Pass for Xbox and PC, and via Xbox Cloud Gaming.
Review: Zero Parades Understands the Assignment
Zero Parades is a highly impressive RPG that builds upon the legacy of Disco Elysium while forging its own path. The game follows spy Hershel Will as she navigates a world of political intrigue and personal sacrifice, featuring a web-like narrative structure and engaging mechanics like Conditioning. While it shares some DNA with its predecessor, Zero Parades succeeds with its writing and unique approach to political themes, and is available on PC with a PlayStation 5 release planned for 2026.
Stitchlings Is a Co-Op Hack-And-Slash Title Inspired by It Takes Two, Out Now
Stitchlings, a debut co-op hack-and-slash title from Studio Woolworks, is now available for free on Steam and will soon release on the Epic Games Store. Inspired by Castle Crashers and It Takes Two, the game features two players battling toy monsters in a patchwork world, collecting parts to customize their characters and experiment with different combat styles.
ARK Survival Ascended Launches Fantastic Tames Season 1 | Invision Game Community
Studio Wildcard has launched Fantastic Tames Season 1 for ARK: Survival Ascended, adding new mystical creatures like the Burrowbuck, Cerberax, and Enigmasaur with unique abilities. This premium content pack, available for $9.99 on PC and consoles, expands the game's survival and combat mechanics. A free Araneo TLC update also introduces enhanced mobility and web mechanics for the spider creature.
FANTASTIC TAMES SEASON 1 AVAILABLE TODAY FOR ARK: SURVIVAL ASCENDED
Studio Wildcard has launched Fantastic Tames Season 1 for ARK: Survival Ascended, a premium creature pack available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The pack introduces the Burrowbuck, with two more creatures, Cerberax and Enigmasaur, planned for later this year. A free Araneo TLC update also adds enhanced tactical abilities and web traversal for the spider creature.
Lords of the Fallen II Drops Epic Exclusivity
CI Games has announced a split with Epic Games regarding the distribution of Lords of the Fallen II, the upcoming third installment in the action RPG series. The game was initially planned as an Epic Games Store exclusive.
Outward 2’s Early Access release date revealed by devs
Nine Dots Studio has announced that Outward 2 will launch its early access on PC on July 7, 2026. A closed beta for the adventure RPG will begin on May 26. The sequel promises improvements in character creation, storytelling, world design, and combat, building on the original's punishing survival mechanics.
Kings Do Not Fall – Available Now on Epic Games Store!
HyperDevbox has announced that Kings Do Not Fall, a retro-inspired beat 'em up, is now available on the Epic Games Store for $7.99, with a limited-time 20% discount. The game features six levels, varied enemies, and modernized fast-paced combat, building on the legacy of 90s arcade action. It is also available on Steam.
Open-world action RPG Outward 2 sets summer early access release with a "potato specs" gameplay trailer starring a talking tuber
The open-world action RPG Outward 2 is set to launch in early access on July 7th for PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. Developer Nine Dots Studio, now self-publishing, released a humorous "potato specs" trailer showcasing the game's ability to run on older hardware, alongside its full system requirements.
