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PS5's Plague Tale Prequel Still Set for 2026, Story Details Revealed
Asobo Studio has confirmed that its prequel to the A Plague Tale series, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, is still scheduled for a 2026 release. The game will feature Sophia, a character from A Plague Tale: Requiem, in a story set 15 years before the events of the first two titles. The developers are currently focused on testing and refining game mechanics.
Metroidvania puissant et magnifique signé Heart Machine, Possessor(s) est maintenant disponible sur Nintendo Switch 2
Heart Machine and Devolver Digital have released Possessor(s), a new side-scrolling Metroidvania game, on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game follows Luca, a high school student who teams up with a demon named Rhem to survive and uncover the cause of an interdimensional catastrophe in the ruined Sanzu City.
Assassin's Creed doesn't need remakes, it needs a complete overhaul
This article argues that the Assassin's Creed franchise needs a creative overhaul rather than remakes, citing the upcoming Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced as an example of Ubisoft relying too heavily on past successes. The author suggests the series has become stagnant compared to modern games like Baldur's Gate 3 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and proposes radical shifts in setting or gameplay mechanics to revitalize the brand.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Has Gone Gold
TT Games has announced that LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight has gone gold and is set for release on May 22nd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version to follow. The game will feature a new origin story for Batman, incorporating elements from various media, and a Deluxe Edition will include an additional story mission with The Joker and Harley Quinn escaping Arkham Asylum, along with other bonus content.
Bloodlines 2 Review – The mother of all wasted opportunities – GTOGG
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 is a significant disappointment, failing to deliver on the RPG elements promised by its predecessor and instead offering a mediocre, linear action-adventure experience. Despite a visually appealing presentation of Seattle, the world feels sterile and lacks meaningful interaction, with shallow side quests and underdeveloped RPG mechanics. The combat system, while occasionally fun with supernatural abilities, is ultimately repetitive and hampered by awkward controls and enemies that feel like damage sponges.
EONA Thanks Its Community After the GMIF26 Highlight with a New Trailer Focused on Its Environments
SUPER AC has released a new trailer for their upcoming action-adventure horror game EONA, focusing on its environments and artistic direction. The trailer was revealed following the game's presentation at Game Made In France 2026, which featured streamer Trinity. EONA is set to launch on PC in Summer 2026 and is available to wishlist on Steam and the Epic Games Store.
PlayStation Plus May 2026 Games Include EA Sports FC 26, Wuchang, and Nine Sols
Sony has revealed the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for May 2026, featuring EA Sports FC 26, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, and Nine Sols. These titles will be available for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 subscribers starting May 5. Subscribers can still claim April's lineup until May 4.
inKonbini: One Store. Many Stories Review – One of 2026’s Most Heartfelt Games
inKonbini: One Store. Many Stories offers a heartfelt and memorable experience through its unique retail simulation gameplay, focusing on stocking shelves and interacting with customers. Despite some typos, the game excels at portraying endearing characters and their touching stories, set in a specific period of rural Japan. The relaxing yet slightly tense gameplay, combined with atmospheric music and visuals, creates a deeply satisfying and transportive experience.
Indie dev discovers nuclear fusion of Steam marketing, flies up wishlist charts thanks to bashful anime girl with freckles who parries machine giants with a chainsaw
The indie game Motorslice, developed by Regular Studio, has seen a significant surge in Steam wishlists, reaching the 150th most-wishlisted position. This success is attributed to its "bashful anime girl" protagonist and effective marketing strategies, including an interactive main menu. The game is officially described as a "slice of life action-adventure" and is set to release on May 5 for Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox.
Aphelion Review 🪐
Aphelion is a story-driven adventure game where players control two astronauts exploring a distant frozen planet for humanity's survival. While the narrative and atmosphere are praised, the traversal mechanics and character relationship development are noted as areas for improvement. The game is available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
Gorgeous PS5 Sci-Fi Action Adventure Game Out Today on PS Store
Don't Nod has released Aphelion, a new sci-fi third-person action-adventure game, today on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5. The game follows two European Space Agency astronauts stranded on the planet Persephone after their mission to survey it goes awry. Aphelion is available for $34.99, with a physical Pioneer Edition priced at $39.99.
The Elementallis Adventures Hit Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC
Elementallis, an elemental-driven top-down adventure game, is now available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by AnKae Games and published by Top Hat Studios, Inc., the game features classic exploration, puzzle-solving, and modern mechanics with a story focused on guilt and redemption. Its structure and gameplay loop draw heavy inspiration from The Legend of Zelda series.
'He's Fantastic': 007 First Light's James Bond Actor Delivers a Movie-Worthy Performance, Says Co-Star
Patrick Gibson's performance as James Bond in the upcoming PlayStation 5 game 007 First Light has been praised by co-star Lennie James, who believes Gibson is a strong candidate for the film role. The game, an origin story for the 00 agent, is set to release on May 27, 2026.
Build a Rocket Boy Launches MindsEye: BLACKLISTED Update; Announces Permanent Price Reduction
Build a Rocket Boy has announced a permanent price reduction for their sci-fi action-adventure game MindsEye, now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The update also includes the new BLACKLISTED story mission, delivered through the ARCADIA user-generated content platform. This expansion aims to evolve the game with ongoing drops of missions, races, puzzles, and challenges.
Hand-drawn Action-Adventure Game Chronoscript: The Endless End Unveils “Age of Discovery” Stage in New Trailer | Console Creatures
SHUEISHA GAMES has released a new trailer for their upcoming hand-drawn action-adventure game, Chronoscript: The Endless End, showcasing the "Age of Discovery" stage. The trailer features "The Editor" traversing manuscript pages, battling distorted historical figures, and uncovering story fragments. The game, a 2D side-scroller set within a writer's mansion, is available to wishlist on PlayStation and PC, with a release planned for later this year.
Hand-drawn Action-Adventure Game Chronoscript: The Endless End Unveils “Age of Discovery” Stage in New Trailer | Console Creatures
SHUEISHA GAMES has released a new trailer for their upcoming hand-drawn action-adventure game, Chronoscript: The Endless End, showcasing the "Age of Discovery" stage. The trailer features "The Editor" traversing manuscript pages, battling distorted historical figures, and uncovering story fragments. The game, a 2D side-scroller set within a writer's mansion, is available to wishlist on PlayStation and PC, with a release planned for later this year.
Aphelion Review | TheXboxHub
Aphelion is a cinematic space odyssey from DON'T NOD that excels in its visuals and storytelling, featuring two astronauts on a mission to save humanity. While the game's narrative and atmosphere are strong, the gameplay mechanics, including parkouring and checkpointing, are noted as areas that let the experience down. The European Space Agency collaborated on the title, which is available on Xbox.
Aphelion review: "Life is Strange creator's Uncharted-like sci-fi adventure fails to land"
Aphelion, a sci-fi adventure from Don't Nod, fails to impress with its lackluster storytelling and clunky mechanics, despite beautiful alien vistas and a solid premise. The game's Uncharted-like climbing and stealth sequences are uninteresting, and constant monologuing overexplains the narrative. While it shares DNA with Don't Nod's acclaimed titles like Life is Strange and Jusant, Aphelion ultimately feels devoid of life and fails to live up to the studio's previous successes.
Chronoscript: The Endless End Reveals Age of Discovery Stage in New Trailer
Shueisha Games and DeskWorks have revealed the Age of Discovery stage for their hand-drawn action-adventure game Chronoscript: The Endless End in a new trailer. The game, which features a unique blend of 2D manuscript pages and a 3D hub world, is set to release in 2026 for PlayStation and PC via Steam.
Action adventure game Meltmare announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Commentout has announced Meltmare, an action-adventure game in development for the Nintendo Switch 2. Players will guide a girl named Lua as she attempts to escape a monster-infested facility, with the entire ordeal being broadcast live. The game features a mix of Live2D animation for dialogue and 2D pixel art for combat, with viewers able to provide hints and donations.
