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Lord Of The Rings’ Pippin Actor Just Showed Up In A Video Game In An Unexpected Way
Actor Billy Boyd, known for his role as Pippin in The Lord of the Rings, will lend his voice to the character Robert C. MacBrushy in the upcoming musical mystery game There Are No Ghosts at the Grand. The game involves restoring a hotel by day and dealing with ghosts by night, featuring a variety of musical genres. A free demo is available on Steam, with the full release expected later this year.
Gamescom 2026: NetEase announces January launch for Ananta and December beta for Sea of Remnants
NetEase announced at Gamescom 2026 that its multiplayer RPG Ananta will launch on January 15th for PC, Steam, PlayStation 5, and mobile. Additionally, Sea of Remnants will have a closed beta in December, showcasing its roguelike gameplay, turn-based combat, and naval battles.
Ubisoft Finally Put Heroes of Might and Magic 3 on Steam, But Forgot to Include the Game
Ubisoft mistakenly released an incorrect, tiny file instead of the full game when launching Heroes of Might and Magic III on Steam. The issue was quickly resolved after the initial hiccup.
Heroes of Might & Magic 3 gets off to a bumpy start on Steam after Ubisoft forgot to include the game itself in the…
Ubisoft's recent launch of Heroes of Might and Magic 3 on Steam was marred by an issue where the game files were missing from the download, resulting in a very small file size and negative player reviews. The company has since acknowledged and resolved the problem, releasing an update that includes the necessary game files.
State of Decay 3: Closed Beta Playtests Will Open the Game to Even More Players This Year
Undead Labs is expanding closed beta playtests for State of Decay 3 to more players and platforms throughout 2026, ahead of its 2027 launch. The game will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, cloud, Steam, and PlayStation 5, and will be included with Game Pass. These playtests aim to stress-test and fine-tune the game's systems, including its untethered multiplayer and largest map to date.
1666 Amsterdam Early Access Details Announced
1666 Amsterdam has launched into Early Access on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store after a 15-year development cycle. Developed by Panache Digital Games, the game allows players to embody a witch accused of starting a plague, using magic and a cat companion to uncover city secrets. Player feedback during Early Access is encouraged to help polish the game further.
Ananta Release Date Leaks & Later Confirmed at Gamesom
The free-to-play open-world RPG Ananta, developed by NetEase Games and Naked Rain, had its release date confirmed at Gamescom for January 15, 2027, after an earlier leak. Players will navigate an influencer-driven world, building a social media following to complete missions and save the world. Pre-registration is now open for Android, iOS, PC, and PlayStation.
BeastLink Drops Battlefield-Scale Warfare Into a Pacific Rim Kaiju Sandbox
BeastLink, a third-person shooter combining Battlefield's scale with Pacific Rim's kaiju chaos, has launched in Early Access on Steam for $19.99, with an Xbox version planned. Developed by Grove Street Games, the game features fully destructible environments, 32-player matches, and the ability to control giant monsters. Despite some anticipated bugs and past controversies surrounding the developer, the game offers a unique experience for players seeking large-scale destruction and combat.
The Longing Is Steam’s Weirdest Waiting Game — And It Takes 400 Real Days to Finish
The Longing is a unique adventure and idle game where players guide a creature named Shade through a 400-day real-time countdown for its king's slumber. Progression is tied to real-world time, with events like moss softening or stalactites falling occurring over weeks or months. The game encourages players to reflect on time and attention, drawing comparisons to John Cage's experimental art.
The Witcher 3 Remastered utannonserat – och en första titt på Songs of the Past
A remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be released next month as a free update for PC and current-gen console owners, featuring improved graphics and gameplay mechanics. Additionally, the expansion 'Songs of the Past' was revealed, introducing a new region and quests, and will launch in 2027.
Ubisoft forgot to make sure the Steam release of Heroes of Might & Magic 3 included the actual game
Ubisoft's recent Steam release of Heroes of Might & Magic 3 has been met with significant player frustration due to missing game files, resulting in a 'dummy executable' error. The $10 purchase does not include the actual game, unlike the complete edition available on GOG. This issue follows the 2015 HD rerelease which also omitted crucial expansions.
Steam’s Free Zombie Survival Games: 5 Picks To Download Right Now
This article highlights five free-to-play zombie survival games available on Steam, including Unturned, Zumbi Blocks 2, Walking Zombie 2, and No More Room in Hell. These titles offer various gameplay experiences from open-world scavenging and crafting to first-person shooting with RPG elements and cooperative survival horror.
RollerCoaster Tycoon Wonderworks announced at gamescom 2026 — MP3s & NPCs
Atari and Springloaded have announced RollerCoaster Tycoon Wonderworks at gamescom 2026. The new installment aims to blend the classic RollerCoaster Tycoon gameplay with modern design, featuring new systems for emergent storytelling. It will launch on Steam Early Access this winter for $24.99, with a console release planned for after early access concludes.
Solasta 2 is getting multiplayer and warlocks in its next update
Solasta II's upcoming early access update will introduce the Warlock class with two subclasses, alongside co-op multiplayer for up to four players. The update, scheduled for September 10, also includes expanded character customization, optional spell component rules, and new world events. A subsequent update will add another class, ancestries, the start of Act Two, and a crafting system.
GAMESCOM NEWS: Stylish indie cel-shaded adventure game launches on Nintendo Switch and Steam this spring
Astronaut Diaries Limited and Ninja Kiwi announced that their debut title, Denari, a cel-shaded isometric action game, will launch on Nintendo Switch and Steam on March 24, 2027. The game features telekinetic combat abilities and a narrative inspired by indigenous and immigrant experiences in New Zealand. A playable demo will be available at Gamescom 2026.
Unique PS5 Shooter With Great Reviews Out Today on PlayStation Store
Messhof's new 2D platformer, Blood Dungeon, launched on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5 on August 25, 2026. The game, which also features on Nintendo Switch, Steam, and Xbox Series X|S, has received a perfect 5-star rating on the PlayStation Store. Players navigate dungeons, collect blood for upgrades, and battle over 100 enemy types with unlockable characters and weapons.
Path of Exile 2 gets a full 1.0 release date, and a sword class
Path of Exile 2 will officially launch out of early access on December 11, 2026, as a free-to-play title. Developer Grinding Gear Games has been actively fixing bugs and improving the game during its nearly two-year early access period. The upcoming 1.0 release will also introduce a new sword-focused class for the Duelist.
Next big D&D game fully revealed with a lengthy gameplay trailer
The next major Dungeons & Dragons game, Warlock, has been fully revealed with a gameplay trailer showcasing its immersive sim-inspired action. Developed by Invoke and published by Wizards of the Coast, the open-world RPG channels influences from games like The Darkness and Infamous. Warlock is set to release next year and will be available on PC via Steam.
Transport Fever 3 release date confirmed, arriving this year as the ultimate transport management game
Urban Games has confirmed that Transport Fever 3 will be released on September 29, 2026, for PC. The game will feature improved graphics, new vehicles, and enhanced management options compared to its predecessor. Deluxe and Collector's editions are available, along with pre-order bonuses and a loyalty discount for Transport Fever 2 owners.
Game of Thrones RTS War for Westeros just got a first gameplay trailer confirming some familiar faces
PlaySide Studios has released the first gameplay trailer for Game of Thrones: War for Westeros, a real-time strategy game set in the Game of Thrones universe. The trailer showcases playable characters like Robb Stark, Jon Snow, and Daenerys Targaryen, each with unique abilities. The game, which was delayed from its original 2024 release, is now scheduled for PC via Steam in early next year and will feature a beta.
