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Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered Review - Thumb Culture
Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered is a compelling action-adventure game that excels in storytelling, blending mythology, theory, and gameplay. It remains a great experience for fans of narrative-driven games, offering a thought-provoking journey back to the world of Nosgoth.
GRIME II Emerges On Xbox, PlayStation And PC – Absorb, Shape, Survive
GRIME II has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, featuring a unique combat system where players absorb enemies to gain their abilities. Developed by Clover Bite and published by Kwalee, the Metroidvania/Action-Adventure title emphasizes player transformation and environmental interaction. The game builds upon the foundation of its predecessor, GRIME, offering deeper systems and stranger environments.
Crimson Desert Beginner Guide: 20 Tips I Wish I Knew First
This guide offers 20 tips for new players of Pearl Abyss's action-adventure game, Crimson Desert, to navigate its complex systems and challenging combat. It emphasizes understanding the game's mechanics, such as parrying and fast travel, and prioritizing character progression through health and stamina upgrades over early combat skills. The guide also highlights efficient resource management and the importance of using in-game tools like the lantern and bell towers.
South of Midnight on PS5 – A linear action adventure that’s good for your gaming soul
South of Midnight on PlayStation 5 offers a refreshing linear action-adventure experience inspired by American Deep South folklore and featuring a unique stop-motion-lite aesthetic. Developed by Compulsion Games, the title provides a tightly paced narrative with satisfying movement and combat, though it suffers from occasional pop-in and texture loading issues. The game's standout feature is its visually stunning world and memorable characters drawn from rich mythology.
Review: South of Midnight (PS5) - The Most Beautiful Simple Game
South of Midnight is a visually stunning action-adventure game that excels in presentation and audio design, despite its simple gameplay mechanics. Developed by Compulsion Games, the title features a narrative inspired by Deep South folklore and a unique stop-motion art style. While the combat and platforming are rudimentary, the game's striking visuals and immersive soundtrack make it a worthwhile experience, particularly on PlayStation 5.
South of Midnight (PS5) Review: Deep South Action Game Is Gorgeous
South of Midnight is a gorgeous action-adventure game for the PlayStation 5, featuring a unique stop-motion animation style and engaging combat. Developed by Compulsion Games and published by Xbox Game Studios, the game offers a compelling story set in a mythological Deep South and includes extensive accessibility options. While the combat can become slightly repetitive, its overall presentation and narrative make it a worthwhile experience.
Darksiders Warmastered Edition coming to PS5, Xbox Series on May 19
THQ Nordic will release Darksiders Warmastered Edition for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series on May 19, available both physically and digitally. This remastered version of the original Darksiders action-adventure game will be playable on the latest generation of consoles.
PS5 Action Game Prequel in Beloved Series Out on PS Store Today
Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, a new 2D action platformer prequel to Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver, has been released on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Developed by Bit Bot Media and published by Crystal Dynamics, the game features fluid combat, vampiric powers, and the return of original voice cast members. A bundle including Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered is also available.
God of War Sons of Sparta (PS5) Review | VGChartz
This review of God of War Sons of Sparta for PlayStation 5 criticizes its unfocused design, pacing issues, and unengaging controls, ultimately deeming it a confusing narrative with apathetic character development. The game fails to deliver a compelling God of War adventure.
Kena: Bridge of Spirits Switch 2 Review - Twisted Voxel
Kena: Bridge of Spirits on Nintendo Switch offers a fine port with a beautiful artistic style and heartfelt moments, running well for those who want to play on-the-go. While not broken, it presents a visually inferior experience compared to the PlayStation 4 version, even when docked. However, players who haven't revisited the game since its initial launch can still enjoy the Anniversary content and New Game+.
God of War Sons of Sparta (PS5) Review | VGChartz
This review of God of War Sons of Sparta for PlayStation 5 criticizes its unfocused design, pacing issues, and unengaging controls, ultimately deeming it a confusing narrative. The article suggests that Kratos's character arc in this installment fails to elicit interest, and even the divine elements struggle to hold attention.
City Hunter (Remastered Edition) review: Everything Old is New Again [SideQuesting]
City Hunter is a good attempt to preserve a piece of PC Engine and anime history, offering fans of the series and retro gamers an enjoyable action-adventure experience with light puzzles and combat. The game is short, easy to understand, and serves as a great example of late 1990s PC Engine game design.
The action adventure, ‘DAMON and BABY’, is now available for PC and consoles
Damon and Baby is an action-adventure game available on PC and consoles that, despite its messy gameplay elements, offers a charming and fun experience. The game features a likable cast, good dialogue, and fan service for Arc System Works fans, though it can be initially unfair and bloated before player progression.
Darksiders Warmastered Edition is Coming to PS5, Xbox Series X/S on May 19th
THQ Nordic announced that Darksiders Warmastered Edition will be released for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on May 19th for $29.99. The remaster of the 2010 action-adventure title includes updated visuals and will feature hack-and-slash combat inspired by The Legend of Zelda series. This release comes as developer Gunfire Games, known for Remnant: From the Ashes and Remnant 2, is also working on Darksiders 4.
South of Midnight is Now Available for PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2
Compulsion Games' Gothic action-adventure title, South of Midnight, is now available on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. Originally launched on Xbox Series X/S and PC, the game features stop-motion cinematics and folklore creatures as players control Hazel, a Weaver who must harness Strands to repair the Grand Tapestry.
Demos and Freebies
Kanun 1919 is an upcoming action-adventure game set in a dieselpunk world, available on PC. Players will take on the role of an imperial courier investigating a disappearance within a sealed city.
LEGO® Batman™: Legacy of the Dark Knight Videogame Celebrates Free Comic Book Day with Comic Tie-In, Arriving May 2
Warner Bros. Games, TT Games, DC, and The LEGO Group announced a comic book tie-in for the upcoming videogame LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, titled The LEGO Batman Returns, available for Free Comic Book Day on May 2. The videogame will launch on May 22, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version to follow later in 2026.
Award-Winning 2025 PS5 Game 50% Off on PS Store for the First Time
Ninja Theory's acclaimed 2025 PlayStation 5 action-adventure game, Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, is available for 50% off on the PlayStation Store for a limited time. The sale marks the first time the game has been discounted to $24.99, with the price reverting to $49.99 after April 9. The game, which received positive reviews and numerous awards, is enhanced for the PlayStation 5 and includes its "Enhanced" update.
Amazon's Tomb Raider Series Resumes Filming as Lara Croft Actress Sophie Turner Recovers from Injury
Filming for Amazon's Tomb Raider TV series has resumed after lead actress Sophie Turner recovered from a minor injury. The production pause, which lasted a couple of weeks, is not expected to impact the overall schedule. The series, written by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, is one of several upcoming Tomb Raider projects, including two new games.
GDC 2026 | Highlights from Atari
Atari showcased several upcoming titles at the 2026 Game Developers Conference, including the remaster SiN: Reloaded, the beat 'em up Jay and Silent Bob: Chronic Blunt Punch, the action-adventure REPLACED, and the 3D platformer Bubsy 4D. Developers were present to demo the games and answer questions about their features and release plans.
