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Marvel’s Wolverine – Breaking Down the New Story Trailer and Teases
Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine is set to feature an original story where Logan battles Bolivar Trask and his mutant-hunting Sentinels. The article breaks down recent story trailers, highlighting potential plot points involving familiar characters like Jean Grey, the possible appearance of Nathaniel Essex (Mister Sinister), and the return of Team X. The game is scheduled for release on September 15th for PlayStation 5.
Vanakan 405 – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Vanakan 405 is a third-person action-adventure game set during Armenia's Golden Age, where players control a monk investigating a mysterious valley after a sacred journey goes wrong. The game features a realistic swordplay combat system and draws heavily from Armenian history and culture. A beta sign-up is currently available for players to request access.
Long-Awaited PlayStation 5 Adventure Game Delayed, Skipping Disc – Report
The PlayStation 5 action-adventure game Tomb Raider: Catalyst has reportedly been delayed to 2028 and may skip a disc release. Amazon Games boss Jeffrey Gattis indicated the new release window, with another game, Legacy of Atlantis, also facing a delay to February 2027. If Catalyst misses its potential January 2028 launch, it might not be released on physical disc due to Sony's production cut-off.
Review: Dave the Diver – In the Jungle (Nintendo Switch 2)
The "In the Jungle" DLC for Dave the Diver is a substantial addition, offering a new story, location, and activities that feel almost like a sequel. Players can explore a village, interact with characters, and engage in turn-based battles with jungle beasts, adding RPG elements to the core diving and cooking gameplay loop. The DLC is graphically impressive with retro-inspired pixel art and well-animated cutscenes, and it successfully expands upon the beloved formula of the base game.
Next Major PlayStation 5 Exclusive Action Game Out Surprisingly Soon
Sony Interactive Entertainment and Santa Monica Studio have announced that the PlayStation 5 exclusive action-adventure game God of War Laufey will release on February 16, 2027. The game will star Kratos' wife, Faye, as she navigates the afterlife to protect her family. A follow-up title starring Kratos is also in development.
Tomb Raider: Catalyst försenas till 2028
The upcoming action-adventure game Tomb Raider: Catalyst, set in India and featuring a blend of past, present, and mythology, has been delayed and is now slated for a 2028 release. This follows a previous delay for the remake of the first Tomb Raider game, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, which is now scheduled for February 12. Amazon's gaming division is publishing Tomb Raider: Catalyst.
Games Inbox: Are people still excited for Tomb Raider games?
Readers discuss the declining popularity of the Tomb Raider series, questioning if remakes can revive its former glory. Other topics include the potential of ad-based game streaming, the perceived lack of excitement for the Switch 2's second year lineup, and the business decisions behind game pricing and remakes.
God of War: Laufey släpps 16 februari
Sony has announced that God of War: Laufey will be released on PlayStation 5 on February 16, 2027. The game will focus on Kratos's wife, Faye, and her journey through the underworld, taking place before the Nordic God of War duology. Sony Santa Monica is also developing another God of War title featuring Kratos.
God of War Laufey will hit PS5 on February 16
The game God of War Laufey is set to release on PlayStation 5 on February 16. Players will take on the role of Faye and venture through the afterlife of the gods.
God Of War: Laufey Launches February 16, 2027; New Kratos Game Confirmed
God of War: Laufey is set to launch exclusively on PlayStation 5 on February 16, 2027, focusing on the character of Faye. Additionally, another game in the God of War series featuring Kratos is confirmed to be in development.
A new God of War game starring Kratos is already officially in development and "directly connects to the events of…
Sony Santa Monica creative lead Cory Barlog has indicated that a new God of War game starring Kratos is in development and will directly follow the events of the upcoming God of War Laufey. While no official title or release details were provided, Barlog confirmed that the studio continues to plan stories around Kratos. God of War Laufey is slated for release on February 16, 2026, for PlayStation 5.
Kratos will return in the game after God of War Laufey
Sony Santa Monica announced that Kratos will return as the lead character in the upcoming game God of War Laufey, with its release date revealed at San Diego Comic Con. Head of Creative Cory Barlog confirmed Kratos's return and stated that the game will expand the series' universe, exploring new mythologies. God of War Laufey will be the last game in the series to be released on physical media.
Kratos’ Next God Of War Game Will Pick Up Where Laufey Leaves Off
Sony Santa Monica announced a new Kratos-led God of War game that will directly follow the events of the upcoming God of War Laufey, set to release in February 2027. Studio head Cory Barlog confirmed that Kratos' story is far from over and will continue to be explored in future titles, though details on the new game remain scarce.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several gaming journalists share their plans for the weekend, with titles like Troubleshooter: Abandoned Children, Othercide, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, Lords of the Fallen, Replaced, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Assassin's Creed Rogue, and Assassin's Creed 3 being mentioned. Some express a desire to play tactics RPGs or action RPGs, while others are catching up on older Assassin's Creed titles.
God of War Laufey release date
God of War Laufey, a new entry in Sony's God of War series, has been given a release date of February 16, 2027. The game will star Laufey as she journeys through the Afterlife of the Gods. Series director Cory Barlog also confirmed that a future God of War game featuring Kratos will release after Laufey and connect to her story.
Kratos' next chapter is coming after (and will tie into) God of War Laufey
PlayStation has revealed that the next God of War game will star Kratos and will directly tie into the events of the upcoming God of War Laufey. Series director Cory Barlog confirmed that Kratos' next chapter will follow Laufey's story, which focuses on Kratos' late wife battling fallen deities in the afterlife. God of War Laufey is speculated to be a major PlayStation 5 title before Sony's next console generation.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book team details game’s development, started out on Nintendo Switch 1
The development of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book began on the original Nintendo Switch, with a mid-development shift to the Nintendo Switch 2. Key figures from Nintendo and Good Feel, including Hisashi Nogami and Etsunobu Ebisu, discussed the game's origins, the evolution of Yoshi's moveset, and the emphasis on exploration over time limits, drawing inspiration from previous Yoshi titles like Yoshi's Crafted World.
Tomb Raider Catalyst delayed until 2028
Amazon Games has announced that Tomb Raider: Catalyst has been delayed from its previously planned 2027 release to 2028. The game, built in Unreal Engine 5, will feature Lara Croft on a new adventure in Northern India. Tomb Raider: Catalyst is slated for release in 2028 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
STRANGER THAN HEAVEN – Combat Gameplay Trailer
RGG Studio has released a combat gameplay trailer for their upcoming action-adventure game, Stranger Than Heaven. The trailer showcases combat across multiple eras and highlights the game's narrative of a fifty-year struggle for survival and a home.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse – How KONAMI and Evil Empire Reimagined Castlevania’s Return
KONAMI has partnered with French studio Evil Empire, known for Dead Cells, to develop Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, marking the franchise's return after a decade. Producers Tsutomu Taniguchi and Emmanuel Nouaille discuss the collaborative process, emphasizing Evil Empire's passion and expertise in action games as key factors. The game aims to evolve Castlevania's gameplay while preserving its core identity, featuring a new protagonist, Rose Belmont, and a reimagined Paris setting.
