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The Star Fox revival continues in magnificent fashion on Nintendo Switch 2
The Star Fox franchise continues its resurgence with a strong showing on the Nintendo Switch 2. Fox McCloud and his team are highlighted as key elements of this ongoing revival.
Lara Croft Battles Dinosaurs in New $60 PS5 Tomb Raider Next Year
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, a reimagining of the original 1996 game, is set to launch on PlayStation 5 on February 12, 2027. The remake will feature updated environments and the return of dinosaurs. A Deluxe Edition will be available for $69.99, offering 48-hour early access and bonus outfits, while the standard edition costs $59.99.
PlayStation Stay of Play showcase live coverage – all the news and rumors ahead of the event
A PlayStation State of Play showcase is scheduled to feature over 60 minutes of updates on upcoming PlayStation 5 games, with a significant focus on Marvel's Wolverine. Insomniac Games will reveal more about the third-person action-adventure title, including its combat and new details, ahead of its September 15, 2026 release on PS5.
HOW TO WATCH FUTURE GAMES SHOW SUMMER SHOWCASE AND FGS LIVE FROM LOS ANGELES
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase will air on June 6, 2026, featuring over 40 games with world premieres, demos, and trailers. Hosted by Alix Wilton Regan and Troy Baker, the event will be followed by FGS Live from Los Angeles, offering more exclusive content and interviews. The showcase will be streamed internationally on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Steam, with dedicated streams for China and Korea.
Mina the Hollower is another absolute gem from Yacht Club Games
Mina the Hollower is a retro-styled pixel-art action-adventure game from Yacht Club Games, known for the Shovel Knight series. The game features challenging gameplay inspired by classics like Zelda and Castlevania, with modern touches and extensive accessibility options. It was successfully funded on Kickstarter and includes native Linux support.
Action-adventure sequel Raji: Kaliyuga gets first gameplay trailer
Nodding Heads Games revealed the first gameplay trailer for Raji: Kaliyuga, showcasing a shift to a third-person action-adventure perspective rooted in Indian mythology. The sequel follows Raji and her brother Darsh as they confront an ancient evil. Raji: Kaliyuga is set for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming, launching day one on Xbox Game Pass.
Star Wars Jedi 3 rumour suggests we might see an older Cal Kestis after a time jump, which lines up with recent promises of "more Cal stories"
A rumor suggests the upcoming Star Wars Jedi 3 may feature an older Cal Kestis after a time jump, aligning with promises of "more Cal stories." This potential narrative direction could explore Cal's increased responsibilities and darker themes following the events of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Review
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a highly irreverent yet affectionate celebration of all eras of Batman, blending cinematic and comic book lore into a fun experience. The game offers engaging combat inspired by the Arkham series, stealth options, and a vast Gotham City to explore, making it one of the best Lego games to date.
Silent Hill: Townfall Rated by ESRB as State of Play Looms
Silent Hill: Townfall has received an ESRB rating, suggesting a potential release date announcement is imminent, possibly during PlayStation's upcoming State of Play. The survival horror game, developed by Screen Burn Interactive and published by Annapurna Interactive, is confirmed for PlayStation 5 and PC in 2026. The rating indicates mature content including violence, blood, and strong language, with gameplay featuring puzzle-solving, monster avoidance, and combat.
Shapeshifting Action-Adventure Edenfall: Legacy of the First Wardens Claws Through The Corruption in Q4 2026!
Everflux Games announced that their shapeshifting action-adventure game, Edenfall: Legacy of the First Wardens, will launch on PC via Steam in Q4 2026. The game features the ability to transform into a wolf, raccoon, and raven for exploration and combat. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Edenfall: Legacy of the First Wardens launches in Q4 2026
Edenfall: Legacy of the First Wardens, an action adventure game featuring shapeshifting mechanics, is scheduled to launch in the fourth quarter of 2026. Further details about the game's content and gameplay are expected closer to its release.
Soulslike action adventure game Memoria Wake launches in early 2027 for Xbox Series, PC
The Soulslike action adventure game Memoria Wake is set to launch in early 2027 for Xbox Series and PC via Steam. Further details about the game's development and specific features are expected closer to its release.
Review: Constance (Nintendo Switch)
Constance is a highly recommended action-adventure title for the Nintendo Switch, drawing inspiration from the Metroidvania sub-genre. Developed by Blue Backpack, the game features a hand-drawn aesthetic, fluid combat, and engaging exploration, though its challenging platforming and boss encounters may not appeal to all players. Despite some eccentricities in pacing and difficulty spikes, the game offers a rewarding experience with significant content for completionists.
007 First Light All Trophies Guide
This guide details all 38 trophies available in the action-adventure game 007 First Light, developed by IO Interactive. Trophies are earned through story progression, collecting items like postcards and MI6 files, and completing challenges in the post-game TacSim mode.
Mina the Hollower Review
Mina the Hollower is a retro-style action-adventure game from Yacht Club Games that blends classic 8-bit aesthetics with Zelda-like exploration and combat. While it offers engaging gameplay and a detailed world, the review notes some frustrating design choices, including punishing difficulty spikes, inconvenient weapon switching, and a lack of a detailed in-game map that can hinder progression.
Rumor suggests Star Wars Eclipse has multiple playable characters
A new rumor suggests that Quantic Dream's Star Wars Eclipse will feature multiple playable characters with intersecting storylines. The game, set in the High Republic era, is reportedly in active development, though a release date remains unconfirmed, with some reports indicating it might not launch until 2027 or later.
007 First Light Review – Worthy of the Title
007 First Light is a compelling action-adventure that brilliantly blends bombastic set pieces with stealth-forward spycraft, introducing a new take on James Bond. The game's narrative focuses on Bond's early career and his journey to becoming a 00 agent, featuring a timely anti-AI theme and modern spy gadgets. While the gameplay offers varied approaches through stealth, hand-to-hand combat, and shooting, and features strong performances, the villains are somewhat underdeveloped, and the game experiences some drag towards the end.
2024 Open World Action Game Just $5.59 on PS Store
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is available for $5.59 on the PlayStation Store, a 92% discount, until Thursday, June 11. This limited-time deal offers a chance to try the controversial open-world action game, with PS Plus Premium members also having access to a game trial. The game is set in a ravaged Metropolis and tasks players with assassinating the Justice League.
Blood Message Brings Uncharted-Like Action to Summer Game Fest
The action title Blood Message from 24 Entertainment will be featured at the upcoming Summer Game Fest. The game, which draws comparisons to Uncharted, is confirmed for a console release, with a PlayStation 5 version highly likely. Blood Message is described as a single-player action-adventure set in ancient China during the final years of the Tang Dynasty.
Cliff Kingdom – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Cliff Kingdom is an upcoming action-adventure game where players control Mothboy, a lightkeeper tasked with restoring a lighthouse and saving an underground realm from chaos. The game features exploration through interconnected biomes, wall and ceiling climbing mechanics, and a multifunctional lantern. Players will engage in precise combat against various creatures and ancient machines, with a scrapbook filling with lore and bestiary entries as they progress. A beta playtest sign-up is currently available.
