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Gears of War: E-Day launches in October as an Xbox console exclusive
Gears of War: E-Day, a prequel developed by The Coalition and published by Xbox Game Studios, will launch on October 6th for PC and Xbox Series X|S. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma confirmed the game will be an Xbox console exclusive. The title features a campaign set during Emergence Day and a reimagined Horde Siege PvE mode, all built in Unreal Engine 5.
The Sinking City 2 launches in August
Frogwares has announced that The Sinking City 2 will launch on August 18th for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. A playable demo is now available on Steam, introducing the new protagonist Calvin and the flooded city of Arkham. The game features Lovecraftian horror elements, survival mechanics, and a narrative focused on occult adventurer Calvin Rafferty.
tinyBuild announces multiplayer crafting zombie survival game Last Harbor
tinyBuild has announced Last Harbor, a new open-world, multiplayer zombie survival crafting game set in a post-apocalyptic Pacific Northwest. Players will live on their boats, upgrading them as a mobile base while venturing ashore for resources and encountering other players. The game is in development for Windows PC via Steam, with no release date announced yet.
Trine 6: Together in Time announced
Frozenbyte has announced Trine 6: Together in Time, the latest installment in their co-op puzzle-platformer series. The game is set to release on September 17th for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. It will feature five playable characters, including two new additions, and introduce a new Time-Slow ability.
Super Yooka-Laylee Kart announced
Playtonic Games has announced Super Yooka-Laylee Kart, a new kart racing spinoff game for Windows PC. The game features a 'Rage' system for comebacks, advanced techniques, and extensive race customization options. It will include online multiplayer with rollback netcode and up to 8-player local split-screen, alongside a story campaign.
Star Wars Zero Company launches in August
Electronic Arts, Bit Reactor, and Respawn Entertainment have announced that Star Wars Zero Company, a new single-player turn-based strategy game, will launch on August 27th for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The game is set during the Clone Wars and features customizable characters and squad-based tactical combat.
Guild Wars 3 announced
NCSOFT and ArenaNet have announced Guild Wars 3, the next installment in the MMORPG series, currently in development for Windows PC and PlayStation 5. Guild Wars 3 Game Director Colin Johanson stated the game aims to push the MMORPG genre forward with innovative experiences. Set over a thousand years before the original game, players will become Vaelwardens protecting the land of Orr and its spirits, featuring deep character customization and a combat system designed for both controller and keyboard.
Attack on Titan 3 announced for PC and consoles
Koei Tecmo and Omega Force have announced Attack on Titan 3, a new action game based on the popular manga and anime series. The game is in development for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5, and will feature the entire epic storyline with new combat mechanics and story content.
Kaiju battling giant mech sim Engine of Sin announced
Indie developer Swimming Scorpions has announced Engine of Sin, a first-person mech simulator where players manage a giant war machine against kaiju. The game features detailed system management, crafting, and exploration of ruined Earth, with multiple endings determined by player choices. Engine of Sin is in development for Windows PC.
Every Jump Tells A Story In Hamstory
Hamstory, a new pixel-art platformer developed by Dotori Doguldan and published by Everynot Games Studio, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC for £4.19. The game follows a hamster named Hamcho on a journey, emphasizing perseverance and the stories encountered along the way, with support for Play Anywhere.
Can You Restore Order In Anubis Dungeon?
Anubis Dungeon, an action-adventure dungeon crawler, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC for £4.19. Players control the god Anubis as he navigates catacombs filled with monsters and traps, utilizing a mix of weapons and abilities. The game features exploration for hidden rooms and treasures, with challenging guardians guarding ancient secrets.
Fancy A Spot Of Retail Therapy? Shop & Spot Avenue Arrives On Xbox
Jolly Lobster Interactive has released Shop & Spot Avenue for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. This budget-friendly puzzle game tasks players with finding subtle differences between two seemingly identical scenes set in a bustling high street environment. The game is available for £3.29 and offers a familiar spot-the-difference formula with a new retail-themed setting.
Don’t Trust The Ground Beneath Your Feet In Sands and Relics
Sands and Relics, a puzzle game from Afil Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and PlayStation for £4.19. The game challenges players to navigate desert ruins where the ground disappears with each step, requiring careful planning. While the core concept is engaging, the review suggests the game could have pushed its mechanics further and that puzzles rarely become truly difficult.
DIOXIDE Announced
Byte Barrel, the developer of Forgive Me Father, has announced DIOXIDE, a new first-person shooter for Windows PC. A playable demo is slated for release in the third quarter of this year, with the full release date yet to be announced.
Can You Make The Numbers Match In Moves: Perfect Pair?
Moves: Perfect Pair, a minimalist puzzler developed by Paulo Pinheiro de Oliveira Filho and published by Paulo Pinheiro Game Dev, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. The game challenges players to use logic and mathematical operations to make two numerical blocks match in value and combine them to progress through levels.
Steal Magic With Spellthief Erinn
Spellthief Erinn, a new puzzle-platformer combining dungeon exploration and magical trickery, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC for £4.19. Developed by Synnergy Circle Games, the game centers on a witch who cannot cast spells but can steal and rewrite them to overcome obstacles and collect magical knowledge.
ILL gets horrifying new trailer and 2027 release
Team Clout has announced that their first-person body horror game, ILL, will launch in 2027 for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The new trailer showcases terrifying new enemies and characters, with CEO Max Verehin expressing excitement for the ambitious vision. Mundfish CEO Robert Bagratuni highlighted the game's realistic horror feel and intriguing story.
Embrace The Musical Buzz In To Bee Jazz On Xbox
Afil Games has released To Bee Jazz, a merge-puzzle game with a musical theme, on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC for £4.19. The game challenges players to merge bees to create a jazz ensemble, featuring both a Campaign Mode with objectives and an Endless Mode for high scores.
Perfect Ninja Painter 4 Has Landed On Xbox
SilenGames has released Perfect Ninja Painter 4 on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC for £4.19. The puzzle game features new levels, obstacles, and a robot girl character, continuing the series' tradition of straightforward brain teasers.
Tanned catgirl action game Eternal Palace Sakura launches this fall
Indie developer Denneko Yuugi announced that their 3D roguelite action game, Eternal Palace Sakura, is set to launch in fall 2026 for Windows PC via Steam. The game features anime-style characters, intuitive controls for flashy 3D action, and a power-up system called Attributes.
