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BrokenLore: ASCEND Will Make Heights Even More Frightening In 2027
BrokenLore: ASCEND is set to launch in January 2027 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, combining psychological horror with free climbing in a recreation of Tokyo Tower. Players will navigate Elysium Tower as climbers Ren and Yui, facing not only the dangers of heights and the environment but also a creature from Japanese folklore known as the Rokurokubi.
NBA 2K27 Tops Madden NFL 27 In August, Shocking Absolutely Nobody
Circana's August 2026 report shows NBA 2K27 as the best-selling game, continuing its streak against Madden NFL 27. New releases like Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls and Star Wars Zero Company also performed well, with five new titles in the top 10. NBA 2K27 is now third in year-to-date sales, behind Resident Evil Requiem and 007 First Light, with Grand Theft Auto 6 anticipated to be a major seller later in the year.
Forever Ago – A Quiet Road Trip Through Loss, Love And Redemption
Forever Ago is a narrative adventure game following Alfred's reflective road trip after a tragedy. Players experience his journey of confronting loss and regret, meeting characters, and using an instant camera to document memories. The game is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, with a Day One launch on Game Pass.
Famitsu sales (9/28/26 – 10/4/26) – first week sales revealed for Minecraft Dungeons 2, Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales charts for the week of September 28 to October 4, 2026. The Nintendo Switch 2 led hardware sales, while Ace Combat 8 topped the software charts. Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered and Minecraft Dungeons 2 also saw their first-week sales revealed.
Arc Raiders Exploring Pendola Pass Quest Guide
This guide details how to complete the 'Exploring Pendola Pass' quest in Arc Raiders. It breaks down the four objectives: destroy 20 ARC Enemies, search the control room at the Cielo Sereno Observatory, use a Wire to patch into the antenna on the tallest tower in the Railyard, and search three containers inside the Commissary Supermarket.
US Video Game Hardware Sales Just Had Their Worst August In 13 Years
US video game hardware sales experienced their worst August in 13 years, with a 15% year-over-year decline in unit sales. Despite fewer consoles sold, higher prices, including those for mid-generation upgrades like the PlayStation 5 Pro, led to a significant increase in dollar sales for Sony. Market saturation and price increases are cited as key factors for the overall downturn.
Rule The Seas In Ultimate Admiral: Dreadnoughts
Ultimate Admiral: Dreadnoughts is now available on Xbox Series X|S and PC, allowing players to design and command their own warships in naval battles. The game, developed by Game-Labs and published by Samustai, focuses on ship design and strategic combat within the naval warfare era between 1890 and 1950.
ARC Raiders Temporarily Trials Free to Play Run
Embark Studios is making ARC Raiders temporarily free-to-play on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S from October 8th to 12th. This event coincides with the launch of the 'Frozen Trail' update, which adds a new map, enemies, weapons, and progression systems. The studio is also implementing stronger anti-cheat measures.
Hellraiser Revival Launches With Brutal New Horror | Invision Game Community
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival has launched on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, offering a new survival-horror action experience. Developed by Saber Interactive in collaboration with Clive Barker, the game features an original story, the return of Doug Bradley as Pinhead, and supernatural abilities for players to wield.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival Opens The Box To A New Nightmare
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, priced at £34.99 for the Standard Edition and £41.99 for the Deluxe Edition. Developed and published by Saber Interactive, this first-person survival horror experience plunges players into a nightmarish labyrinth alongside characters like Pinhead.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 reveals pricey spawn options for DMZ, which offer rich players an enormous advantage over poor players spawning on foot
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's DMZ mode will feature paid "infil" options, allowing players to start matches with vehicles ranging from tactical buggies to helicopters and even AC-130 gunships for a significant in-game cash cost. These options offer substantial advantages over the free, on-foot spawn, raising concerns about pay-to-win mechanics and creating an unfair playing field for new or less wealthy players.
Following Nintendo and Sony's lead, Xbox is setting up a division exclusively dedicated to movies and non-games partnerships
Microsoft has launched a new division within Xbox called XP, which will focus on expanding game franchises into movies, TV, and other partnerships. Led by Kayleen Walters, the division aims to create more opportunities for players to engage with beloved game worlds across various media, following successes like the Minecraft movie and the Fallout TV series.
Rykte: PS5-versionen av Forza Horizon 6 försenas till 2027
A rumor suggests that the PlayStation 5 version of Forza Horizon 6, initially slated for release this year, has been delayed to January 26, 2027. While the delay is disappointing, the game is reportedly still set to receive a physical disc edition on the same date. An official announcement regarding the delay is expected soon.
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival review: "Pinhead's return is glorious, and exactly what I wanted as a fan of the horror classics"
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is a glorious and violent follow-up to the original movies, successfully capturing the spirit of Clive Barker's novella. While the combat can feel weightless at times, the game excels in its thematic depth, exploration of the Labyrinth, and the utilization of the Cenobites. The game is praised for its mature handling of themes like consent and objectification, making it a strong resurrection of the Hellraiser franchise.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival review – we have such sights to show you
Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is a hyper-sexual survival horror game that boldly embraces the franchise's themes of sadomasochism, offering a faithful yet derivative experience. While its handling of sex and violence is uncompromising and its Labyrinth sections are well-realized, the gameplay suffers from ropey combat and poor enemy AI, making it a janky but fascinating adaptation.
Razer has evolved the BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed headset into a pair fit for Lucario fans
Razer has released a new Lucario Edition of its BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed wireless gaming headset, featuring blue earcups and Lucario artwork. The headset maintains the original model's specifications, including 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth connectivity, 7.1 surround sound, and 50mm audio drivers, but comes at a higher price point of £119.99 in the UK.
Neon Abyss 2 Wants You To Break The Roguelike – And Game Pass – Rules
Neon Abyss 2 has launched out of Early Access on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, also arriving day one on Game Pass. The sequel builds on the original's run 'n' gun roguelike action with four-player online co-op and deep build experimentation through stacking items and companions.
Deck of Haunts Lets You Become The Monster Under The Floorboards
Deck of Haunts, a horror strategy deckbuilder, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch for £16.74. The game allows players to become the haunted house, using cards to frighten and consume visitors. The console version includes over a year's worth of updates and new content from its PC release, such as additional cards, rooms, creatures, and a challenging Nightmare Mode.
Thunder Hoop Collection – A Proper Blast From The 90s
The Thunder Hoop Collection brings two classic 90s retro platformers, Thunder Hoop and TH Strikes Back, to modern platforms including Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. QUByte Interactive has added modern conveniences like save states and rewind, alongside optional CRT filters, to enhance the nostalgic experience.
BECROWNED Brings Its Surreal Horror To Consoles In 2027
BECROWNED, a surreal horror game from Top Hat Studios and 13th Street Studio, is coming to Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2 in Q1 2027, alongside its PC release. The game has evolved significantly since its initial reveal, now drawing inspiration from grindhouse cinema, surreal French horror, and Russian cultural influences, promising a unique and unsettling experience.
