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Murals is the next game from the makers of Disney Illusion Island
Dlala Studios, known for Battletoads and Disney Illusion Island, has announced Murals, an original isometric action-adventure game. The title features players exploring hand-drawn worlds based on Grimms' fairy tales, engaging in melee and ranged combat augmented by roguelike-inspired boosts. Murals is slated for a 2027 release on PC.
Murals Turns Famous Fairy Tales Into A Silly Action-Adventure
Dlala Studios, known for Disney Illusion Island, has announced its new isometric action-adventure game, Murals. Set to launch on PC in 2027, Murals reimagines classic fairy tales like Hansel and Gretel and The Little Mermaid with a dark, humorous twist. Players will control a nameless hero utilizing mystical companions called Eeries to battle through these altered narratives.
PlayStation Plus Adds 2025 Surprise Hit Action Adventure Game
PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers in the US, UK, and Japan have received a surprise addition of the 2025 action-adventure game Hell Is Us. The catalog also includes Umamusume Pretty Derby – Party Dash, Two Point Museum, Metro Exodus, and Dying Light 2. Hell Is Us is a semi open-world third-person title combining melee combat and exploration in a war-torn country.
Classic Star Wars PS4 Game Drops to Just $3.99 on PlayStation Store
Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast is currently available for $3.99 on the PlayStation Store, a 60% discount from its original price of $9.99. PlayStation Plus subscribers can get an additional 5% off, bringing the price down to $3.49. This offer is a limited-time deal ending on August 27, 2026.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Is Basically A Netflix Castlevania Reunion
Konami has revealed the voice cast for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, developed by Evil Empire. The game features several actors from the Netflix Castlevania animated series, including Graham McTavish as Dracula, Alejandra Reynoso as Sypha Belnades, and Liam O'Brien as Isaac. The title is set to launch on October 15 for PC and consoles.
Metroidvania Action Adventure Magical Blush Reveals Its Release Date on PC
Alkacer Game Studio and DANGEN Entertainment announced that the Metroidvania action-adventure game Magical Blush will be released on PC on September 10th, 2026, via Steam, GOG, and itch.io. Players will control Arnin, a mage tasked with saving the world of Wyn from devastated Elemental Lords and uncovering the mystery behind her brother's disappearance.
Stellar Blade: Complete Edition reveals new Nintendo Switch 2 trailer
Shift Up has released a new trailer for Stellar Blade: Complete Edition on the Nintendo Switch 2, showcasing the port's progress. This post-apocalyptic action-adventure game will feature Joy-Con 2 motion controls and is slated for release in 2026. The trailer offers a glimpse into the game's combat, narrative, and detailed world.
LA Noire still stands as Rockstar's extravagant, cinematic ode to noir fiction that could have changed everything
LA Noire, released in 2011, was an ambitious and expensive detective game that aimed to blend cinematic storytelling with interactive gameplay. Despite its innovative MotionScan facial capture technology and detailed crime scene investigations, the game's interrogation mechanics were often criticized for being inaccurate and confusing. While it captured the noir atmosphere effectively and offered a unique experience, it ultimately failed to spawn imitators or significantly change the industry, remaining a singular, albeit flawed, experiment.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Is An Exciting Return To Metal Gear’s Past
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 includes Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, and Metal Gear Solid: Ghost Babel. While Metal Gear Solid 4 retains its cutscene-heavy nature and dated controls, it runs well on PC and Steam Deck. Peace Walker offers digestible missions perfect for quick play sessions, and Ghost Babel is a charming showcase of early Metal Gear Solid design.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 24 to 28
This week's Xbox update highlights numerous game releases between August 24th and 28th across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, with many titles also available on Game Pass. Notable releases include STAR WARS Zero Company, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, and Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, alongside various indie titles and remasters.
Koshmar The Last Reverie – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Koshmar The Last Reverie is a gothic action-adventure game where players control Violet, a mortician's daughter, navigating a city plagued by a sleeping sickness. Players must traverse between reality and the dream world, fighting through nightmare rifts and managing Violet's sanity, which affects her transformation. Beta sign-ups are now open for the playtest.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 (PS5) Review: Kept You Waiting, Huh?
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 brings Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker to modern platforms, offering significant performance upgrades like 4K resolution and 60 FPS. While the games themselves are praised, the collection suffers from the same issues as its predecessor, including a lack of unified front-end and minimal bonus video content. It includes fewer titles than Vol. 1, with only the Game Boy Color's Metal Gear spin-off joining the two main entries.
Marvel’s Wolverine Has Gone Gold Ahead of Its September Launch
Marvel's Wolverine has officially gone gold and will launch on September 15th for PlayStation 5. Insomniac Games confirmed the game is playable on day one without patches, though a day-one update is recommended for optimal performance. The game will feature New Game Plus and 60 FPS with ray tracing on Performance Mode from launch.
7 Cheaper Alternatives For Popular Games
This article highlights several games that offer similar experiences to more expensive, popular titles at a lower price point. It features recommendations like Another Crab's Treasure as a souls-like alternative, Cassette Beasts for Pokemon fans, and The Crew 2 for racing enthusiasts. Other suggestions include RoboCop: Rogue City for FPS campaigns, Neon White as a Doom-like experience, Kena: Bridge of Spirits for action-adventure fans, and The Ascent as a cyberpunk alternative to Cyberpunk 2077.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy – Why This Is Far More Than A Plague Tale 3
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy marks a significant genre shift for the series, moving from stealth-focused gameplay to action-adventure. Asobo Studio's co-founder David Dedeine explains that while a direct sequel to A Plague Tale: Requiem was unlikely due to the ending, the team wanted to explore new gameplay mechanics and a different character, Sophia, who is more suited to combat. The game, set to release on August 27 for Xbox Series X|S and PC, retains the franchise's thematic tone and visual identity while introducing new mechanics like a grappling hook and a focus on player freedom in traversal.
"I think one of the reasons GTA was so well received was the amount of detail," reflects an original dev: "No one ever said no, or that something couldn't be done"
This article delves into the development history of the Grand Theft Auto series, focusing on the early contributions of DMA Design and key figures like Paul Farley and Mike Dailly. It highlights the evolution of the open-world concept, level design challenges, and the creative freedom that defined the franchise's early entries, from the original Grand Theft Auto to Grand Theft Auto 3 and beyond.
Award-Winning 2021 PS5 Action Game Under $10 on PlayStation Store
The PlayStation 5 action-adventure game Judgment is currently available for under $10 on the PlayStation Store, marking a 75% discount. This limited-time offer, published by Sega, is part of a deal that concludes on August 27. The PS5 version includes all previously released DLC and enhanced graphics.
Tides of Annihilation is a Stylish King Arthur-Inspired Slash ‘Em Up that Balances Spectacle with Substance | IGN Preview
Tides of Annihilation is a new action-adventure game inspired by King Arthur, featuring a stylish hack-and-slash combat system. The preview highlights the game's blend of spectacle and substance as it unleashes evil upon London.
Uncharted: Drake's Fortune "is rough around the edges," ex-Naughty Dog designer says, and "went through a whole lot of hell during development"
Former Naughty Dog designer Benson Russell described the development of Uncharted: Drake's Fortune as tumultuous, citing issues with ditching old technology for the PlayStation 3 and a lack of clear direction. Despite its rough edges and a difficult development cycle, Russell expressed pride in the game's achievements and its role in launching the successful Uncharted franchise.
Hit Star Wars PS4 Game Is 75% Off on PlayStation Store
LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens is currently available for 75% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $4.99 until August 27, 2026. Developed by TT Fusion, the game offers the full experience of the film, allowing players to control characters from both The Force Awakens and the period between Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens.
