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Blood Message Preview – A Visceral Treat
Blood Message, an upcoming action-adventure game from 24 Entertainment Lin'an and NetEase, offers a visceral combat experience with graphic violence that complements its gritty world. The preview highlighted smooth stealth mechanics and intense action sequences, with impressive character models and facial animations.
Stranger Than Heaven Release Date Set, Will Feature Tupac Shakur
Sega and Ryu ga Gotoku Studios have announced that Stranger Than Heaven will be released on January 17, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game will feature the likeness of Tupac Shakur, with his estate's permission and without the use of AI. The action-adventure brawler is set across five cities and eras of modern Japan.
Bloober Team revealed action-adventure horror Star Trek: Shadow Frontier
Bloober Team has revealed Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a mature, story-driven, third-person action-adventure horror game. The title features Lieutenant Ro Laren, voiced by Michelle Forbes, and is set to explore a dangerous alien planet. Bloober Team aims to blend its signature psychological thriller elements with the Star Trek universe.
Horror Specialist Bloober Team Is Releasing A New Star Trek Game On Switch 2
Bloober Team has announced Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a third-person, story-driven action-adventure game set in the Star Trek universe, coming soon to the Switch 2 and other platforms. Players will control Ro Laren as she attempts to survive a hostile alien planet. Additionally, the Cronos: Lazarus DLC for Cronos: New Dawn was revealed for Fall 2026.
1666: Amsterdam Revealed, Free Prologue Available Now on PC
Panache Digital Games has revealed 1666: Amsterdam, a dark third-person action-adventure game from creative director Patrice Désilets. A free playable prologue is now available on Steam and the Epic Games Store, with the full game set to launch in Early Access on PC in 2026. The game unfolds across three timelines and centers on hidden entities known as the Originals.
Stellar Blade: Blood Rain Revealed at Summer Game Fest
Shift Up has revealed Stellar Blade: Blood Rain, a sequel to Stellar Blade, during Summer Game Fest with a new gameplay trailer. The studio will self-publish the action-adventure title, which introduces a new protagonist named Evie and expands the game's universe. Stellar Blade: Blood Rain is in early development with no platforms or release window announced yet.
Fumito Ueda’s Gen Atlas Revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026
Fumito Ueda's studio genDesign, in partnership with Epic Games Publishing, has unveiled Gen Atlas, a single-player sci-fi action-adventure game. Revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026, the title is set on an abandoned planet and features colossal robots that aid in exploration. Gen Atlas is planned for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via the Epic Games Store.
God Of War Laufey and Wolverine shows the Sony formula problem is still an issue - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that Sony's first-party games, exemplified by Marvel's Wolverine and God of War Laufey on PlayStation 5, continue to suffer from a predictable 'Sony formula.' This formula, characterized by single-player, narrative-driven open-world games with similar graphical and gameplay styles, has been present since the PlayStation 4 era and remains unresolved, potentially impacting future console generations.
1666: Amsterdam – Prologue Download | Alpha Beta Gamer
1666: Amsterdam is a story-driven action-adventure game set in historical Amsterdam, where players control Noa the Collector who uses witchcraft to hunt demons. The game features dual gameplay perspectives, switching between Noa's abilities and Aaron, a consciousness from 1999 trapped in a cat. Developed by Panache Digital Games, founded by Patrice Désilets, the prologue focuses on Noa's origin story.
Blood Message ‘The Letter’ gameplay walkthrough
NetEase Games and 24 Entertainment Lin'an released a 19-minute gameplay walkthrough for their cinematic, single-player action-adventure game Blood Message, showcasing the "Shazhou City" level. The video highlights the game's realistic combat, blending attacks, dodges, blocks, and parries with stealth mechanics as the protagonist attempts to escape enemies and return home to his son.
Star Trek: Shadow Frontier Announced, “Mature, Story-Driven Action-Adventure” by Bloober Team
Bloober Team, in partnership with Paramount Games Studio, has announced Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a mature, story-driven, third-person action-adventure game. The title will feature Michelle Forbes reprising her role as Ro Laren and is slated for release on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The game explores Ro Laren's struggle for survival on an alien world, blending psychological thriller elements with combat and exploration mechanics.
Star Trek: Shadow Frontier revealed for Nintendo Switch 2
Paramount Games and Bloober Team have revealed Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a story-driven, third-person action-adventure game for the Nintendo Switch 2. Players will control former Lieutenant Ro Laren as she embarks on a harrowing journey of survival and self-discovery after crashing on a hostile alien planet. The release date will be announced later.
Bloober Team announces psychological thriller Star Trek: Shadow Frontier for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC
Bloober Team and Paramount Games Studio have announced Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a psychological thriller action-adventure game set for release in 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC. The game follows former Lieutenant Ro Laren as she navigates a mysterious and dangerous planet, blending exploration, puzzles, and combat with a mature narrative.
'The Best Single Player Campaign and the Best Fighting Game': Virtua Fighter Crossroads Is the Biggest PS5 Brawler Yet
Virtua Fighter Crossroads is set to be the largest entry in the series, launching in 2027 with a massive single-player story campaign written by Brad Kane and overseen by David Hayter. Developed by RGG Studio, the game will feature action-adventure elements alongside its traditional versus mode, with a focus on the new character Cielo.
Surprise! Blasphemous 2: The Third Sin is a new - and free - expansion, and it's out now
The Game Kitchen has surprise-released a free expansion for Blasphemous 2 titled 'The Third Sin,' available now on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One. The expansion adds a new large area, a new boss, new enemies, a new weapon, new prayers, unlockable outfits, and more.
3D Metroidvania action adventure game DeadRoot announced for Xbox Series, PC
Robots at Midnight, in collaboration with Finish Line Games, has announced DeadRoot, a 3D Metroidvania action-adventure game for Xbox Series and PC. The game features fast-paced combat with limb severing and brutal executions, alongside exploration of interconnected ruins and dungeons. Players will learn new abilities, acquire powerful gear, and uncover the secrets of a world plunged into chaos.
Chronoscript: The Endless End launches this fall
The exploration-based action-adventure game Chronoscript: The Endless End is set to launch for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam in Fall. Developed by DeskWorks! and published by Shueisha Games, the title features a unique blend of 2D manuscript pages and a 3D manor setting. A new "Prologue" trailer showcases character designs and the "Ancient Egypt" stage.
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.
gen ATLAS Announced
Epic Games and gen Design have announced gen ATLAS, a new single-player open-world action-adventure game. This title marks the latest project from the creators of ICO, Shadow of the Colossus, and The Last Guardian, and is slated for a future release on PC and consoles.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin Announced
Platinum Games and Paramount Games Studio have announced Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, an action-adventure game based on the popular comic book series. Further details about the game's platforms and release date have not yet been revealed.