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Murals Announcd, An Action Game With Messed Up Fairy Tales
A new action game titled Murals has been announced by the creators of Disney Illusion Island. The game is set in a twisted version of classic fairy tales. Further details about platforms and release date are yet to be revealed.
Popular Action Game Out Now on PlayStation 5, Becomes Instant Hit
The action game Yet Another Zombie Survivors, previously in early access on PC, has launched on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 to a positive reception. The game, which features a reverse bullet hell gameplay style, is available for $14.99 and has already achieved a high user rating on the PlayStation Store.
Denari announced for Nintendo Switch
Ninja Kiwi and Astronaut Diaries Limited have announced Denari, a cel-shaded isometric action game for the Nintendo Switch, set to release on March 24, 2027. Players control Taiu, a young warrior using telekinetic abilities to fight a magitech empire, with combat mechanics focused on turning enemy strengths into player advantages. The game features a narrative shaped by hardship and loss, alongside an original soundtrack by David Mason with vocals from Emi Evans.
Marvel’s Wolverine har gått guld inför släppet nästa månad
Insomniac Games has announced that Marvel's Wolverine has gone gold, meaning the game is ready for disc production and will be released on September 15. The game will be a linear action experience, distinct from the open-world Spider-Man titles, and will feature connections to those games. The full game will be on disc, though a day-one patch is recommended for the best experience.
Bubble Bobble is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster announced that the classic arcade game Bubble Bobble will be released tomorrow, August 26, as part of the Console Archives series on Nintendo Switch. Originally released by Taito in 1988, this action game features 100 stages and includes modern features like customizable controls and save states. The digital version will be available for $7.99.
This week in PC games: Gamescom and GTA 6 fight for our attention, but don't forget Folk Emerging, MGS4 and the horror game about balancing a cake
This week's PC gaming news is dominated by Gamescom and a Grand Theft Auto 6 documentary, alongside a significant number of new game releases. Notable titles include the early access milsim Burned Horizons, horror visual novel Money for Girls: Amortized, and Patrice Désilets' long-troubled 1666: Amsterdam. Other releases span various genres, from bullet hell and platformers to 4X strategy and survival games.
PlayStation 5 Remake of Cult Classic Action Game Gets Release Date Window
The remake of the 2003 cult classic action game, Postal 2 Redux, is set to launch in Spring 2027 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR2, PC, and Meta Quest. Developed by Impact Reality and Running With Scissors, the game features a complete overhaul with Unity 6, visual upgrades, and a reactive sandbox environment, promising a debut on PlayStation consoles.
Stellar Blade Complete Edition Nintendo Switch 2 trailer
South Korean studio Shift Up has released a new trailer for the Nintendo Switch version of their action game, Stellar Blade Complete Edition. The trailer highlights various outfits for the main character, Eve, and showcases the game's fast-paced combat.
Indecently cool FPS platformer Cicadamata" is out now - please get yourself down that rabbit hole
The movement shooter Cicadamata, developed by flowergarden, is now available on PC via Steam. The game is described as a fast-paced, time-attack experience with a unique aesthetic, drawing comparisons to Marathon and Control for its sound design.
Konami’s New PS5 Action Game Collection Gets Rave Reviews
Konami's Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 has received positive reviews ahead of its August 27, 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch. Critics praise the collection for modernizing classic titles like Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, highlighting improved gameplay and game preservation efforts.
3 PS5 Action Game Remasters Get Fan-Requested Features
Aspyr has released a new update for Tomb Raider I-III Remastered on PlayStation 5, adding fan-requested features such as a brightness slider, pickup highlighting, and 60 FPS support in Classic Graphics Mode. The update also includes numerous bug fixes for Challenge Mode, trophies, and overall stability. Two new AAA Tomb Raider entries, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Tomb Raider: Catalyst, have been delayed to next year and 2028, respectively.
This game inspired by classic Minecraft dropper maps can't work out whether it wants to rapture you or make you throw up
Pancake Studios has released Sensory Overload, a disorienting falling game inspired by Minecraft dropper maps. The game features a visually overstimulating aesthetic with a seizure warning and includes a level editor with extensive customization options. Sensory Overload is available now on Steam for PC.
Konami’s PlayStation 5 Action Game Collection Adds New Title in Today’s Free Update
Konami Digital Entertainment has added Panic Bomber W to the Super Bomberman Collection via a free update for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Nintendo Switch. This competitive puzzle game, originally released in 1995, features up to four players and includes nostalgic music. The Super Bomberman Collection, priced at $19.99, already contains eight titles, including Super Bomberman 1-5 and Bomberman 1 & II, and features modern enhancements like Save/Load and Rewind.
First gameplay of The Duskbloods has leaked
First gameplay footage of the upcoming multiplayer action game The Duskbloods has leaked ahead of a closed network test for the Nintendo Switch. The leaked clip showcases a 3v3 'Grail Battle' mode. The Duskbloods is slated for a 2026 release.
Footage leaks from The Duskbloods closed network test
Footage has leaked from The Duskbloods, an upcoming 8-player PvPvE action game. The game is scheduled for an exclusive release on the Nintendo Switch 2 later this year. The leaked footage showcases high-mobility combat.
The Duskbloods gameplay leaks ahead of tomorrow's closed beta, showing tense PvPbattles with guns, wolves, and velociraptors
Gameplay footage from FromSoftware's upcoming PvPvE action game, The Duskbloods, has leaked online ahead of its closed beta test. The leaked video showcases fast-paced combat featuring double jumps, aerial attacks, summoning allies, and player transformations similar to Elden Ring. The closed beta is scheduled to begin tomorrow, August 21st.
Marvel’s Wolverine – 10 Things I’m Looking Forward to the Most
Insomniac Games' upcoming Marvel's Wolverine promises a visceral and ferocious combat experience, focusing on Wolverine's claw attacks, stealth, and healing factor. Players can expect to customize Logan's abilities through various Techniques and manage his Rage system for powerful attacks. The game will feature iconic villains like Omega Red, Deathstrike, and Sabretooth, and take players across diverse locations including Canada, Tokyo, and Madripoor.
Katuba’s Poacher lined up for Nintendo Switch [update: Switch 2]
Katuba's Poacher, an arcade action game with a hand-drawn cartoon style and jazz-inspired boss battles, is slated for release on Nintendo Switch. Publisher Red Dunes Games and developer Joe Yu announced the title, though a specific launch date has not yet been provided. An update also mentions plans for Nintendo Switch 2, but does not confirm if the game will be available on the successor console.
Castlebound coming to Nintendo Switch [update: also Switch 2]
Ogre Pixel has confirmed that their roguelike action game, Castlebound, will be released on the Nintendo Switch. The game features fast-paced combat, defending a walking castle, and both solo and co-op multiplayer modes. A version for the Nintendo Switch 2 has also been confirmed.
Popular 2025 Action Game Finally Gets PlayStation 5 Release Date Window
Developer PikPok announced that the zombie survival action game Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch in March 2027. The game, currently in early access on PC via Steam, has received over 3,000 "Very Positive" ratings and will leave early access simultaneously with its console release.
