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Cronos: Lazarus Launches on December 3rd, New Story Trailer Reveals The Tracker
Bloober Team has announced that Cronos: Lazarus, the first story DLC for Cronos: The New Dawn, will be released on December 3rd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch. A new trailer showcases "The Tracker," a hunter sent by the Collective to confront a former Pathfinder-turned-Warden.
Celeste Studio Announces Nintendo Switch, Switch 2 Versions of City of None
Extremely OK Games, the developer behind Celeste, has announced that its upcoming title, City of None, will be released on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in 2027, in addition to its previously announced PC version. The game features platforming, combat, and Metroidvania elements within a crumbling metropolis, with a distinct pixel art style. The studio also confirmed the cancellation of its previous project, Earthblade.
Witchbrook Delayed to January 28th, 2027
Chucklefish's social simulation RPG Witchbrook has been delayed to January 28th, 2027, pushing its release past 2025. The game, which has been in development since at least 2016, will launch on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. New gameplay teases the college setting and social mechanics.
How to beat the Island Crown Thumb Wrestling Legend in Nintendo Switch Sports Resort
This guide provides tips for beating the Thumb Wrestling Legend in Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, an opponent with an oversized thumb. Players are advised to avoid getting pinned in the center and to focus on careful play rather than increasing their own thumb size. Winning by timeout is also presented as a viable strategy.
Console and mobile MOBA Pokemon Unite announces a shutdown date of March 2027
Pokemon Unite, the MOBA released on Nintendo Switch and mobile devices in 2021, will shut down its servers on March 23rd, 2027. In-game purchases and Unite Club subscriptions have already been suspended. The game's developer, TiMi Studio Group, previously adjusted its monetization strategy in 2021.
Beyond the Dark: Nightwatch review for Nintendo Switch 2
Beyond the Dark: Nightwatch for Nintendo Switch 2 offers an engaging asymmetrical multiplayer concept where two players must cooperate to escape a mansion while evading an entity. However, the game suffers from significant rough edges, including poor AI, repetitive gameplay with excessive downtime, and a lack of polish in its presentation, with low-resolution assets, bugs, and poor translations detracting from the experience.
"Women love video games," Dressmaker dev says, there just aren't enough games for them: "We were definitely targeting women from the get-go"
The dressmaking simulation game Dressmaker has achieved significant success, with its developer Cozy Lives, led by Sabrina Becker and Jonathan Hau-Yoon, attributing this to its appeal to women, an underserved market in gaming. Becker emphasizes that while men have also shown interest, the game was intentionally designed to cater to female players' preferences, drawing inspiration from games like Roblox. The positive reception and player feedback highlight the demand for such experiences, with plans for future updates and potential mobile and Nintendo Switch ports.
A Pet Shop After Dark coming to Nintendo Switch
Viridian Software and Npckc announced that A Pet Shop After Dark will launch on Nintendo Switch on November 12, 2026, for $9.99. This cute horror point-and-click adventure game, previously released on PC, will include new diary entries and lore for returning players.
Dog Man: Bark In Action Is Out Now – Time To Save The City
Dog Man: Bark In Action, a colorful platforming adventure based on Dav Pilkey's bestselling comics, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch for £39.99. Developed by Floor 84 and published by Mindscape, the game tasks players with saving the city from the villain Dr. Scum and his mind-controlling Hypno Screens.
The Outlast Trials just received a surprise Nintendo Switch 2 release
Red Barrels has surprise-released The Outlast Trials on Nintendo Switch. The cooperative survival horror game, originally launched in 2024, is now available digitally for $39.99. The game tasks players with surviving mind-numbing experiments conducted by the Murkoff Corporation.
Tim Sweeney argues Steam has held gaming back, but Valve's tools tell a different story
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney claims Valve's Steamworks locks developers into a closed ecosystem, hindering cross-platform communication. While Valve's documentation indicates their Steam Datagram Relay service can be used across platforms if a game also launches on Steam, Sweeney and former Epic employee Kiaran Ritchie argue developers should pay for individual services rather than a 30% revenue cut. The discussion highlights ongoing rivalry and debate over digital distribution models.
Solve A Supernatural Murder Mystery In The Séance of Blake Manor
The supernatural investigation game, The Séance of Blake Manor, developed by Spooky Doorway and published by Raw Fury, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2 for £16.74, with day-one access on Xbox Game Pass. Players step into the shoes of private investigator Declan Ward to solve the mystery of a missing woman in a remote Irish manor.
Cozy PS5 Life Sim Gets Release Date on PlayStation Store
XSEED Games has announced that the cozy life simulation game Moonlight Peaks will launch on PlayStation 5 on November 17, 2026, for $39.99 with a 20% launch discount. The game, developed by Little Chicken Game Company, has already sold 300,000 units on PC and Nintendo Switch and features supernatural denizens, relationship building, homestead customization, and spellcasting.
Mysterious PS5 Life Sim Is Out Today on PlayStation Store
Village in the Shade, a new life simulation game with a hidden mystery, is now available on PlayStation 5, other consoles, and PC. Developed by NIS America, Inc., the game features farming, customization, and social interaction in a Japanese mountain village, with survival elements introduced at night. A Standard Edition costs $49.99 and a Digital Deluxe Edition is $64.99.
Roblox users have made playable version of Counter-Strike and full, working versions PlayStation games that you can play right now
Roblox users have created functional recreations of popular games like Counter-Strike, The Simpsons: Hit and Run, and Superhot, as well as a working PlayStation 4 dashboard. These experiences, built without the original creators' involvement, range from passion projects to direct copies, raising questions about intellectual property and user-generated content within the platform.
Terrifying PS5 Game Out Today on PlayStation Store Right Before Halloween
Stormind Games has released Remothered: Red Nun's Legacy, the final installment in the Remothered trilogy, on PlayStation 5 and other modern platforms. The neo-giallo survival horror game follows Susan as she searches for her missing daughter in a haunted Sicilian convent, utilizing unique abilities to uncover disturbing secrets and survive dangerous enemies.
Nintendo Indie World Showcase announced for October 28
Nintendo announced its next digital presentation, the Indie World Showcase, will take place on October 28. The 15-minute showcase will focus on independent games coming to the Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo is hosting a new Indie World showcase tomorrow, featuring games for Switch and Switch 2, and it'll be 15 minutes long
Nintendo announced a new Indie World Showcase will take place tomorrow, October 28th, at 7 AM PT. The 15-minute presentation will feature games coming to both the original Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. This follows a similar showcase in March that highlighted titles like Mixtape and Toem 2.
Nintendo announces October 2026 Indie World Showcase
Nintendo announced an Indie World Showcase will take place on October 28, featuring new indie games for the Nintendo Switch. The presentation is expected to be around 15 minutes long and will highlight upcoming titles for the platform.
Get The Best Resident Evil Game For Cheaper Than Ever Right Now
The Resident Evil 4 remake is currently available at a significantly reduced price of $8.79 / £7.69 via Fanatical, offering a Steam key for the critically acclaimed horror-action title. This deal presents an excellent opportunity to experience the game, which masterfully blends terror with intense combat, even for those new to the Resident Evil series.
