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Bloober Team jobbar på det mörka actionäventyret Star Trek: Shadow Frontier
Bloober Team is developing Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, an action-adventure game starring Ro Laren. Players will be stranded on a remote planet where a mysterious consciousness attacks both Laren and her mind. The game is set to release soon for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Evard The Hermit: Through Fears – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Evard The Hermit: Through Fears is a 2D action-adventure game set in medieval Europe where players absorb phobias to uncover a lost identity. The gameplay blends sword combat, stealth, and platforming across diverse environments. The beta demo is available on Steam.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Announced, Coming to Switch 2 in 2026
Nintendo has announced a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, scheduled for release on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. While no gameplay was shown, the announcement trailer evoked nostalgia for the 1998 Nintendo 64 classic, widely considered one of the greatest games ever made. This marks the second remake of the title, following The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D for the Nintendo 3DS.
15 PS5 Games from Last Week's Livestreams We Can't Wait to Play
This article highlights 15 upcoming PlayStation 5 games that generated excitement from recent livestreams. The list includes anticipated titles like Alien Isolation 2, Marvel's Wolverine, and Silent Hill: Townfall, alongside sequels and new IPs across various genres. The author expresses enthusiasm for the diverse range of experiences coming to the platform.
Indie Game of the Month Awards May 2026 🏅
Video Chums has announced its Indie Game of the Month Awards for May 2026, highlighting standout titles across various genres. Mina the Hollower was named the overall top indie game of the month and is a strong contender for game of the year, praised for its intricate world and rewarding exploration.
Cast Outs Announced
Twisted Works has announced Cast Outs, an upcoming urban fantasy action/adventure game featuring true co-op gameplay. The title is slated for release on PC and PlayStation 5, with the release date yet to be announced.
Evening Crowdfunding
Downtown Game Studio has launched a Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming game, Dark Queen of Samobor. This atmospheric 2.5D side-scroller action-adventure is inspired by Slavic myths and features a unique visual style.
Here Are All The Games Announced During Summer Game Fest That You Can Play Right Now
Summer Game Fest has featured numerous game announcements, with many titles offering playable demos or early access versions immediately. Games like 1666 Amsterdam, Montabi, Gnaw, and Palworld are among those highlighted, with various demos and early access periods available on platforms like Steam and Epic Games Store.
Ninja Theory Cancels Ambitious Horror Title Focus To On Senua
Ninja Theory has cancelled its experimental horror title, Project Mara, to focus all studio resources on its upcoming action-adventure game, Senua. Studio Head Dom Matthews stated that the decision was made to consolidate the studio's 85 creatives to fully realize the potential of Senua. Project Mara was initially pitched as a photorealistic exploration of mental terror.
I played Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy early—and it’s already my favorite in the series
The author played A Plague Tale: Requiem early and found it to be the most entertaining and compelling game in the series. The preview suggests the game builds upon the strengths of its predecessors.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Preview – Adventuring on the Minotaur’s island
Asobo Studio's upcoming game, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, shifts focus from the previous titles to Sophia in a combat-heavy action-adventure experience set on the Minotaur's island. The preview highlights Sophia's sword and dagger combat, grapple hook mechanics, and puzzle-solving elements using a Minoan ball to reveal hidden paths and clues. The game blends traversal, puzzles, combat, and narrative, exploring Sophia's connection to the myth of the minotaur.
Interview – How Resonance embraces the Minotaur for a new A Plague Tale story
Lead Writer Carol Ann Bañuls discusses Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, a new standalone action-adventure game focusing on the character Sophia. The game draws inspiration from titles like Ghost of Tsushima and Uncharted, while maintaining the emotional storytelling of the A Plague Tale series. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy is set to release on August 27 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
The Biggest Surprise About Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Is How Little It Resembles A Plague Tale
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, set 15 years before the main games, shifts focus from stealth to exploration, combat, and puzzles. While the core mystery of the Prima Macula remains, the gameplay significantly departs from its predecessors, featuring fluid combat and complex light-based puzzles that surprised the previewer.
Plague Tale's prequel makes serious moves for the Uncharted and Tomb Raider crown – after one chapter of Resonance I'm eager for more adventuring
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy shifts from the grim medieval setting of its predecessors to a sun-drenched Mediterranean, focusing on a younger, more capable Sophia. This prequel emphasizes third-person action, puzzles, and melee combat, drawing comparisons to Uncharted and Tomb Raider. Developed by Asobo Studio and published by Focus Entertainment, the game is set for a 2026 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
Gombo Early Access
Gombo, a co-op action-adventure game developed by Martin Cochet and published by FDG Entertainment, is now available in Early Access on PC via Steam. The game features a "Cuphead-style" art direction and promises to uncover "dark secrets."
Hellblade studio kills its mysterious 'horrors of the mind' project so it can make a new Senua game instead
Ninja Theory has canceled its "Project Mara" to fully dedicate its resources to a new Senua game, simply titled Senua. Studio head Dom Matthews stated the new title will be an action-adventure game with broader gameplay and combat depth, set in Purgatory after the events of Hellblade 1 and 2. The studio aims to deliver a fresh experience that welcomes new players while building on the established themes and characters.
Virtua Fighter: Crossroads Focuses On Its Reinvention, But The 1v1 Legacy Lives On
Sega's Virtua Fighter Crossroads, developed by RGG Studio, is a reinvention of the classic fighting game series, incorporating action-adventure elements and a story-driven presentation. Producer Riichiro Yamada stated that while the game aims to appeal to a broader audience and stand out in a niche genre, it will retain its core one-on-one Virtua Fighter mechanics and include rollback netcode for a better online experience.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Hands-on and more details on 6 upcoming PS5 games
Summer Game Fest Play Days showcased several upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, including Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, gen Atlas, Silent Hill: Townfall, Sonic Pico Park, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads. Hands-on demos and presentations provided new details on gameplay, story elements, and release windows for these anticipated games.
GTA 6 Release Date: Everything We Know So Far
Rockstar Games has announced that Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The game will feature a criminal couple, Lucia and Jason, as protagonists in the state of Leonida, which includes a modern take on Vice City. The article also touches on the game's ambitious scope, potential for a GTA Online component, and its significant anticipation within the industry.
Magicians: The Devil’s Deal Blends First-Person Gameplay with Stage Magic Deception
Magicians: The Devil's Deal is a new first-person action-adventure game blending stage magic-inspired powers with deception, set to release in 2027 for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC. Players control Jacob Menteuro, a betrayed magician who makes a deal with the Devil to navigate Theatreland, a hellish version of London where stage magic has become disastrously real. The game features a single-player campaign with a variety of 'Tricks' that can be used for combat, puzzle-solving, and traversal.
