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007: First Light review - IO Interactive's Hitman formula fits Bond like a glove
007: First Light is a cinematic action game that successfully applies IO Interactive's Hitman formula to the James Bond universe. The game tells the origin story of Bond, blending stealth, social infiltration, and occasional combat. While not as open-ended as Hitman, it offers a rewarding experience with strong performances and an evolving musical score.
'HAEGIN Launches Major Season 2 Update for Last Hunter K: Seoul!
HAEGIN has launched a major Season 2 update for its mobile action game Last Hunter K: Seoul, introducing new phoenix-themed skins, exclusive Season 2 equipment, and a '3-Player Annihilation – Fireworks Festival' mode. The update also features a '7-Day Special Attendance Event' and an SNS 'Fashion King Event' to celebrate the new season, with rewards including in-game currency and premium items.
CRYMELIGHT interview with producer and director Takumi Isobe – roguelikes, Alice in Wonderland, and sins
FuRyu has announced the roguelike action game CRYMELIGHT, with producer and director Takumi Isobe discussing the game's inspirations. Isobe touched upon the development process, the influence of Alice in Wonderland, and the game's themes of sin.
Azure Striker Gunvolt Trilogy Enhanced and Luminous Avenger iX 3 Coming
Inti Creates announced that Azure Striker Gunvolt Trilogy Enhanced will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, with a new GX mode also coming to PlayStation 5 and PC. Additionally, Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 3, a new Copen adventure, is set for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2 and PC.
Concrete Abyss – Alpha Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Concrete Abyss is an atmospheric first-person parkour action game featuring intense melee combat within a brutalist megastructure. Players must navigate vertical environments, scavenge for resources, and fight hostile automated defenses. While the inventory system and navigation could be improved, the game's oppressive atmosphere, interesting lore, and challenging combat make its alpha demo highly recommended.
Anomalith Launches October 29 on PC, PS5, and Nintendo Switch 2
Furyu has announced Anomalith, a survival horror action game set to launch on October 29, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The game features third-person combat, resource management, and reality-bending environments, with development contributions from notable creators like Yuka Kitamura.
Anomalith, a Japanese survival horror action game, revealed for Nintendo Switch 2
FuRyu Corporation and Winning Entertainment Group have revealed Anomalith, a survival horror action game for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release on October 29, 2026. The game features investigator Reona Minazuki battling mysterious "anomaly" creatures in warped Japanese environments, with gameplay elements including third-person gunplay, melee combat, and a "Demi-Humanization System" for acquiring abilities. Notable talent involved includes composer Yuka Kitamura, known for her work on Elden Ring and Bloodborne.
Master of Chaos – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Master of Chaos is a fast-paced action game featuring wizards who use precise counters, deflections, and chain combos to defeat enemies. Players build combo meters by chaining kills and gathering upgrades through various in-game methods. The game's unique mechanic involves building enough power to literally break the game, granting victory to the player. An open beta is currently available.
PS5 Players Can Now Try These Promising New Games for Free
PlayStation 5 owners can now try demos for the upcoming racing game Screamer and the action game Gurei for free via the PlayStation Store. Screamer, a reboot of a 1995 title, is the first new entry in its series since 2000 and launches in March 2026. Gurei, inspired by samurai films, features hand-drawn art and is set to release on July 23, 2026.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival Trailer Shows Genesis Configuration Gameplay
Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games have released a new gameplay trailer for Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, showcasing the Genesis Configuration puzzle box. This tool will be used for combat and exploration in the survival horror action game, which is set to release this year for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The trailer also details how players can gather Suffering to trigger special abilities in combat.
007 First Light Unlock Times: Global Launch, Early Access, And Release Time Explained
IO Interactive has announced the global launch times for the James Bond origin story game, 007 First Light. The game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on May 27, with early access for pre-orders starting May 26. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is planned for later in the summer.
007 First Light Unlock Times: Global Launch, Early Access, And Release Time Explained
IO Interactive has announced the global launch times for the upcoming James Bond origin story game, 007 First Light. The game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on May 27, with an early access period starting May 26 for those who pre-order. The Nintendo Switch 2 version has been delayed to later in the summer.
2D pixel art boss rush action game Rubinite launches July 23
The 2D pixel art boss rush action game Rubinite is set to launch on July 23 for PC via Steam. The game features a focus on challenging boss encounters within a distinct pixel art aesthetic.
Popular Xbox Action Game on PS5 Is Half Price on PS Store
Gears of War: Reloaded, originally an Xbox exclusive, is currently available for 50% off on the PlayStation Store until May 28, 2026. This remastered edition of the original Gears of War features enhanced visuals, 4K resolution, 60 FPS for the campaign, and 120 FPS for multiplayer, along with all previous DLC and PlayStation 5 specific enhancements like DualSense integration.
Samurai action game Gurei announced for Nintendo Switch
The samurai action game Gurei is set to release on Nintendo Switch on July 23, 2026, developed by Lobo Sagaz Studio and published by Astrolabe Games. The game features hand-drawn art, fluid animation, and a choice-driven combat system inspired by classic Japanese samurai cinema, where players battle mystical nature entities called Kami in any order, with enemy strength dynamically adjusting to player choices.
Gurei adds PS5, Switch versions
The chanbara films-inspired action game Gurei is set to launch for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on July 23. The game will also be available on PC.
THE POWER OF THE BOX IS YOURS IN THE NEW GAMEPLAY TRAILER FOR CLIVE BARKER’S HELLRAISER: REVIVAL
A new gameplay trailer for Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival showcases the Genesis Configuration, a puzzle box that players can use for combat and environmental puzzles. The survival-horror action game is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC from Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games. Players will battle demonic beings using abilities like Telekinesis and Pyrokinesis to rescue a loved one from the Cenobites.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival ‘Genesis Configuration’ trailer
Saber Interactive has released a new trailer for their survival horror action game, Clive Barker's Hellraiser: The Dark Infernal. The trailer showcases gameplay and hints at the dark narrative of the upcoming title.
Promising Historical PS5 Action Game Coming Week and It’s Free
Wargaming is releasing a new post-World War 2 action game, World of Tanks: Heat, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC on May 26. The game features an alternate history setting, a new engine, eight agents with distinct roles, fifteen customizable vehicles, eight maps, and four player-versus-player modes. World of Tanks: Heat will be free-to-play and include cross-play and cross-progression.
Dark Scrolls – Release auf den 22. Juni für PC und Nintendo Switch verschoben
The release of Dark Scrolls for PC and Nintendo Switch has been postponed from May 28 to June 22, 2026. Developers Devolver Digital and Doinksoft stated the delay is unrelated to Yacht Club Games' announcement of Mina the Hollower. The game features pixel art and a playable saxophone-playing rat.
