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Docked: Deep Waters Released
Deep Waters, the first DLC for the port simulation game Docked, has been released by Saber Interactive. The expansion is available for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series, and requires the base game to play.
Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online second ‘Story’ trailer
Bandai Namco Entertainment and Game Studio have released the second story trailer for the action RPG Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online. The trailer features the theme song "Live to Survive" by Aimer and showcases gameplay elements such as character customization, combat synergy, and world exploration. The game is set to launch on July 9 in Japan and July 10 worldwide for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series.
Dog Man: Bark in Action announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC
Mindscape and Floor 84 Studio have announced Dog Man: Bark in Action, a side-scrolling adventure platformer based on Dav Pilkey's comic books. The game will feature 10 playable characters with unique abilities, 60 levels, and cooperative play. It is set to launch this fall for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Westlanders launches in Early Access for PC in early 2027
Westlanders, a Western-themed open-world survival game featuring crafting, building, and management, is set to launch in Early Access for PC in early 2027. Publisher Team17 and developer The Breach Studios announced that PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series versions will follow alongside the full release. The game allows players to evolve from survivors into leaders of a thriving economic network, utilizing a customizable wagon as a mobile base while exploring and surviving hostile environments.
Recension – Gothic 1 Remake
The Gothic 1 Remake offers a brutally challenging retro experience, retaining the original's unforgiving difficulty and open-world exploration without hand-holding. While visually updated with Unreal Engine 5, the game suffers from performance issues and occasional crashes on PlayStation 5, necessitating frequent manual saves. Despite its steep learning curve and potential for frustration, the remake is praised for its cohesive world-building and meaningful choices for those willing to invest the effort.
Preview: Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis Sees An "Unfettered" Lara Put The Survivor Era Behind Her
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, a remake of the original game, is set to launch on February 12, 2027, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. The game features a more confident Lara Croft, drawing from her experiences in the Survivor trilogy, with a more stylized and optimistic art direction. Developers Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog emphasized a return to the series' acrobatic roots in both gameplay and combat.
Apidya’ Special launches August 25
Apidya’ Special, a 24-bit pixel remake of the 1992 side-scrolling shoot 'em up Apidya, will launch on August 25 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by the original team and a fan, the remake features handcrafted pixels, new art, sound, and a remixed soundtrack by Chris Hulsbeck. Players can choose between HD widescreen or original 4:3 Amiga modes, with optional CRT effects.
K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut launches July 16
K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut, a simulation game where players manage a girl group's journey to stardom, will launch on July 16 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by Wisageni Studio and published by PQube, the game features schedule management, relationship building, rhythm mini-games, and RPG-style battles.
Crimson Desert sales top six million
Pearl Abyss announced that its open-world action adventure game, Crimson Desert, has sold over six million units since its release on March 19. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series platforms. Sales have steadily increased since launch, reaching five million units by April 15.
Crimson Moon launches in September
The gothic action-adventure RPG Crimson Moon is set to launch in September for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. Developed by ProbablyMonsters, the game features souls-inspired melee combat, cooperative play, and a story about a Nephilim defending humanity from demons.
Halo: Campaign Evolved ‘Assault on the Control Room’ and third-person ‘The Silent Cartographer’ gameplay walkthroughs
Halo Studios and Xbox Game Studios have released new gameplay videos for Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved. The videos showcase "Assault on the Control Room" and a new third-person camera perspective for "The Silent Cartographer." Halo: Campaign Evolved is set to launch on July 28 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series, and will be available on Game Pass.
Fable ‘Build an Extraordinary Life’ gameplay walkthrough
Xbox Game Studios and Playground Games released a 30-minute gameplay walkthrough for the upcoming Fable reboot, titled 'Building an Extraordinary Life.' The footage showcases the game's living population system, relationship building, family creation, and the impact of player choices on the world of Albion. Fable is scheduled for release on February 23, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, and will be available on Game Pass.
Arcade Archives Rack ‘Em Up launches June 11
Hamster announced that Arcade Archives Rack 'Em Up, originally a 1987 Konami title, will launch on June 4 for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch. A separate version, Arcade Archives 2 Rack 'Em Up, will be available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series on the same date. The game features pool simulation with Nine-Ball and Rotation rules, and includes various convenience features like save files and a rewind function.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition coming to Switch 2 on September 3
Koei Tecmo and Team NINJA announced that Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition, including all DLC, will be released for the Switch 2 on September 3. The original game launched in March 2023 for multiple platforms, with the Complete Edition arriving on all platforms in February 2024. A sequel, Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, is slated for an early 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC.
Kingdom Hearts IV confirmed for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC
Kingdom Hearts IV has been confirmed for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed and published by Square Enix, the game follows protagonist Sora on a new journey through the city of Quadratum and various other worlds. A release date has not yet been announced.
Kingdom Hearts Collection [I ~ III] announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2
Square Enix has announced the Kingdom Hearts Collection [I ~ III] for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2, set to release on October 8. This collection includes Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX, Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind. Individual titles will also be available separately, with a demo for Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind already out on Switch 2.
DayZ Cool Edition coming to Switch 2 in 2026
Bohemia Interactive announced that DayZ Cool Edition, an open-world multiplayer survival sandbox game, will launch for the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The game is currently available on PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and Xbox Series.
Observer: System Redux coming to Switch 2 on June 18
Bloober Team announced that the cyberpunk horror detective game Observer: System Redux will be released on Nintendo Switch on June 18. The game is currently available for pre-order on the Nintendo eShop at a discounted price. Observer: System Redux has previously launched on Xbox Series, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
Metaphor: ReFantazio coming to Switch 2 on November 12
ATLUS announced that the RPG Metaphor: ReFantazio will be released for the Switch 2 on November 12. The game, developed by the creators of the Persona series, was previously launched on October 11, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, and PC. The Switch 2 version will include a physical edition with a game-key card.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World launches December 3
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World is set to launch on December 3 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Publisher Square Enix and developer TOSE revealed pre-order details for both Standard and Digital Deluxe editions, which include various in-game bonuses and early access for the deluxe version. The game is an RPG where players befriend, raise, synthesize, and battle monsters.
