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Voidling Bound Best Voidling Guide - Strongest Picks
This guide for the third-person action game Voidling Bound details the strongest voidling picks, highlighting Nimiod and Gwigoon. Nimiod excels with its attacking capabilities, turrets, and infinite jump, while Gwigoon offers cloning for strategic advantage. The article emphasizes that while these are strong choices, any voidling can be effective with the right build.
PS5 Getting Surprise Action Game in Fan Favorite TV Franchise
The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival, a new side-scrolling beat 'em up action game, is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by Odaclick Game Studio and published by Trailmark Games, players will control iconic survivors like Rick Grimes and Daryl Dixon against walkers and the Saviors. A PC demo is currently available, but a release date for the full game has not yet been announced.
Soulers – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Soulers is a story-driven bullet hell action game where players control an amnesiac warrior named Lethe, fighting against powerful Witches and recovering lost memories. The game features time acceleration mechanics for dodging projectiles and recruiting diverse allies with unique abilities. Players can customize their team composition and weapons to navigate various environments and uncover the truth behind the Glitches and Witches threatening existence. Beta sign-ups are now open.
Protagonist Complex one – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Protagonist Complex One is a fast-paced action game featuring sharp melee combat and strategic resource management. The game emphasizes split-second decisions and flawless execution, set in a visually striking world with vibrant graphics and an electronic soundtrack. A beta demo is available for download on Steam.
Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP tops 400,000 copies sold
Dragami Games announced that Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP has sold over 400,000 copies since its release last year. The game is available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. A new "Kogal" costume, inspired by a fan design, will be released in late June 2026.
PS5's Crazy Dreamcast Train Game Denshattack Delayed to July
The colorful action game Denshattack, developed by Undercoders, has been delayed from its original June 17th release date to July 15th. The delay is intended to allow the team to implement bug fixes and frame rate improvements for the PlayStation 5 title. The game involves high-speed train driving, track switching, and performing tricks off ramps.
Acclaimed 2026 PS5 Exclusive Action Game Surprise Drops Free Update With Trophies
Housemarque has released a surprise free update for their PlayStation 5 exclusive action game, Saros. The update introduces a new Photo Mode, allowing players to capture and share images of the game's environments, and adds nine new trophies related to this feature. The patch also includes various bug fixes and optimizations.
Stranger Than Heaven evolves RGG Studio's combat system
RGG Studio's upcoming game, Stranger Than Heaven, features a revamped melee combat system that emphasizes fluid combos and cinematic action. The preview showcased combat across three distinct historical eras, highlighting new controls mapped to triggers and bumpers, ground-pounding finishers, and a methodical approach to engaging multiple enemies. The game aims to deliver a satisfying and challenging combat experience.
Stranger Than Heaven’s Combat System Makes Both Your Hands Play Separate Roles
RGG Studio's upcoming game, Stranger Than Heaven, introduces a unique combat system where the left and right sides of the protagonist are controlled independently, allowing for more strategic attacks and parries. The game, set across 50 years and five distinct periods in Japan's history, will launch on January 15, 2027, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. It features a cast including Snoop Dogg, Bunta Sugawara, and Tupac Shakur.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour Announced, Bringing SEGA’s Driving Series Back in 2027
SEGA has announced Crazy Taxi: World Tour, a new installment in the driving action series, set to launch in 2027 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. Led by original creator Kenji Kanno, the game will feature a story-driven campaign across five cities, new maps, multiplayer modes, and customization options, alongside a classic arcade mode.
Demos and Freebies
Alpha Nomos is a new rhythm-action game available on Steam for PC. Players control Cello, slicing through enemies to a dynamic soundtrack in a world twisted by melody. The game emphasizes timed combat synchronized with the music.
Armatus is a satisfying blend of modern Doom and Hades
Counterplay Games' new roguelite, Armatus, blends modern Doom-style combat with Hades-like progression in a demon-infested Paris. Players take on the role of a warrior seeking to purge the city of demons, utilizing a combination of firearms and scythes. Armatus is set to release this winter on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN dev explains why protagonist looks so young
Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN introduces a new protagonist, Evie, designed to contrast with the original game's Eve. Director Hyung-tae Kim explains that Evie is younger and smaller but possesses a stronger personality and a brutal close-range fighting style. The game will explore themes of humanity and artificial intelligence within a cyberpunk setting inspired by East Asian cities.
PROBABLYMONSTERS SETS SEPTEMBER 2026 RELEASE FOR CRIMSON MOON, EARLY 2027 WINDOW FOR NEKOME: NAZI HUNTER
Independent game company ProbablyMonsters has announced release windows for two upcoming titles: Crimson Moon, a Gothic action-adventure RPG, is set for September 2026, while Nekome: Nazi Hunter, a grindhouse-inspired action game, is planned for early 2027. Both games aim to deliver AA experiences with AAA sensibilities, focusing on cinematic presentation and handcrafted gameplay. Crimson Moon will feature co-op carnage and deep character progression, while Nekome: Nazi Hunter will offer a single-player revenge story with a mix of stealth and brutal combat.
Capcom’s PS5 Remake of PS2 Action Game Will Include Story Changes
Capcom has confirmed that the upcoming PlayStation 5 remake of Resident Evil Veronica will include story changes to improve continuity within the larger Resident Evil universe. Series producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi stated that these adjustments are being made to better connect the game to titles like Resident Evil 7, 8, and 9. The original Code Veronica, released over 25 years ago on the Dreamcast, is a mainline entry but has been considered somewhat of an outlier in the series' narrative.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Preview – Sharp as All Hell
The preview of Onimusha: Way of the Sword highlights its weighty combat system, emphasizing the risk-reward of each attack and the satisfaction of perfectly timed dodges and parries. The demo showcased distinct enemy designs inspired by Japanese mythology and a challenging boss fight against Rasho-gan, leaving the reviewer eager for the game's September 25 release.
Rhythm Heaven Groove gets new overview trailer
Nintendo has released a new gameplay overview trailer for Rhythm Heaven Groove, their upcoming music-rhythm action game for the Nintendo Switch. The trailer showcases various mini-games, both single-player and multiplayer modes, and highlights the game's catchy soundtrack featuring music by Tsunku♂. Rhythm Heaven Groove is set to launch on July 2nd.
Capcom Hits the Jackpot with Dragon’s Dogma™ 2: Dark Arisen, Onimusha™: Way of the Sword, and Devil May Cry™ 5 Reveals at Nintendo Direct
Capcom revealed several new titles and editions during a Nintendo Direct presentation. Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition are all slated for release on Nintendo Switch 2, alongside PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen will launch on October 9, 2026, Onimusha: Way of the Sword on September 25, 2026, and Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition on June 23, 2026.
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition Slashes Its Way Onto Switch 2 This Month
Capcom has announced that Devil May Cry 5 - Devil Hunter Edition will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 23, 2026. The port will feature 60fps gameplay in both docked and handheld modes and include extra content such as character colors, battle tracks, and devil-breaker weapons for Nero.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is slashing its way to the Nintendo Switch 2
Capcom has announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be released on the Nintendo Switch on September 25th. The game was revealed during a Nintendo Direct presentation and appears to be running well on the portable console. A free demo was released for PlayStation users but was not mentioned for the Nintendo Switch version.
