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Hasbro cancel Dungeons and Dragons action game helmed by Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order director, leaving studio hunting for new publishing deal
Hasbro has canceled the publishing of a Dungeons and Dragons action game developed by Giant Skull, led by former Star Wars Jedi director Stig Asmussen. The decision was made earlier this year after reviewing an early concept, leaving Giant Skull to seek a new publishing partner. Hasbro stated they value their ongoing relationship with Asmussen and his team.
Former Housemarque Game Director Harry Krueger launches new game studio
Former Housemarque Game Director Harry Krueger has launched a new game studio named Cosmic Division in Finland. Krueger, known for his work on titles like Returnal, aims to build on his experience with a focus on gameplay-first experiences and strong emotional resonance for their first project, a single-player PC and console title.
Johan is like if Sekiro were about a medieval manuscript of a rabbit came to life that's on a quest for revenge
Johan is an upcoming action game from Vercors Studio that draws heavy inspiration from Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. Players control a rabbit protagonist who has emerged from a medieval manuscript seeking revenge against knights. The game features Sekiro-like parrying mechanics, a grappling hook, and a unique summoning system where Johan can call upon various medieval creatures for aid.
Realm of Ink Reveals BlazBlue Entropy Effect Crossover Character Oread Ahead of Launch Later This Month; New
Publisher 4Divinity and developer Leap Studio have revealed Oread, a crossover character from BlazBlue Entropy Effect, for their roguelite action game Realm of Ink. The character will be playable at launch on May 26, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The announcement was accompanied by a new gameplay trailer showcasing Oread's abilities and the game's Chinese ink painting-inspired visual style.
Block'n'Bubble II - An updated C64 game that seamlessly continues the action-packed gameplay of Block'n'Bubble.
Block'n'Bubble II, an updated version of the classic Commodore 64 action game, has been released by developer natthrafn. This new iteration features enhanced gameplay, a level editor, two-player support, and additional levels, continuing the story of a wizard seeking revenge.
Cut the Exploration, Crave the Combat! Hardcore Action Title "Die Deep" Demo Drops—Headed to Japan for BitSummit PUNCH
Taiwanese indie developer PINIX announced that the demo for their hardcore action game, Die Deep, will launch on May 18, 2026, for PC via Steam. The demo focuses purely on combat, featuring a tutorial, the first stage, and a boss challenge, with no exploration or puzzles. PINIX will also showcase Die Deep at the BitSummit indie game festival in Japan.
Metal Man Remixed - This stunningly overhauled Metal Man Reloaded has made another appearance on the ZX Spectrum
Slider and goodboy'26 have announced the re-release of 'Metal Man Remixed', an improved version of the 2015 action game Metal Man Reloaded for the ZX Spectrum. Originally developed by Oleg Origin and Stella Aragonskaya, this version features updated graphics, new animations, alternative music, and a tweaked difficulty level. The game is available for free, with the remixed version appearing again due to the original developer's website no longer being functional.
Nintendo announces Pictonico for mobile platforms and out this month
Nintendo has announced Pictonico!, a free-to-start action game for iOS and Android devices, launching on May 28th. Players can use their own photos to participate in various minigames, with additional content available for purchase. Pre-registrations are now open on the Google Play Store and App Store.
Homura Hime Adds Steam Trading Cards, Badges, and Community Items
Crimson Dusk and Playism have announced that official Steam community items, including trading cards, badges, profile backgrounds, and emoticons, are now available for the action game Homura Hime. The game, developed by Taiwanese indie team Crimson Dusk, is available on PC via Steam and a Nintendo Switch release is confirmed for this year.
CYBERxCRUSTATIAN - Free Online Browser Game
CYBERxCRUSTATIAN is a new free online browser game that requires no downloads or installation, playable directly in a web browser. The game features simple controls for movement and combat, with the objective to be the last survivor. Other casual games mentioned include Block Breaker, Mobile Block Buster, Don't Get The Job, and Beats Of Fury.
Battle Food Mania drops on Steam next month — MP3s & NPCs
The food fight party game Battle Food Mania is set to launch on PC via Steam on June 24. Developed by GoatFish Studios, the game features fast-paced action with random food characters and both solo and multiplayer modes. A demo is currently available on Steam.
PS5 Players Can Try Action-Packed Game for Free Before Launch
PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 players can now try the upcoming roguelike shooter Hyperwired for free via a demo available on the PlayStation Store. Developed by GameMaker and published by Selecta Play and Entalto Publishing, the game features a unique 'tethered' mechanic where players must plug into power sockets to recharge. Hyperwired is slated for a global release in summer 2026 across multiple platforms including PC, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Daughter of Pain – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Daughter of Pain is a top-down action game with roguelike elements where a young artist battles manifestations of suffering within her nightmares. The gameplay cycles between dream exploration and waking creation, with each nightmare conquered providing inspiration for her artwork. Sign ups are now open for the game's beta playtest.
BeastLink – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
BeastLink is a multiplayer action game where players can fight as humans, pilot vehicles, or transform into colossal beasts. The game features a SuperDestruction technology that allows for the destruction of entire cities and supports up to 32 players with multiple active beasts. Players collect serum to link with dormant kaiju, gaining unique combat abilities. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Motorslice Review
Motorslice is an anime-styled action game that blends giant boss battles, parkour traversal, and a minimalist design, but suffers from moments of frustration. While the world design is visually striking and the motorslicing mechanic offers a fun way to explore, the game is hampered by clunky parkour controls, limited enemy variety, and traversal issues that often lead to unnecessary deaths. Despite these flaws, the game offers around 11 hours of gameplay with some engaging boss encounters.
Yokaze Night 2026 Reveals ghostpia Season Two Trailer and New Label Titles
The Yokaze Night 2026 showcase revealed the first trailer for ghostpia Season Two and announced new titles joining the Yokaze label, including In Dark and Blue Sclean. The event also celebrated the sixth anniversary of Unreal Life and highlighted other room6-published games.
One of the most underrated soulslikes of 2025 just arrived on Steam with a huge content update
The soulslike action game Blades of Fire has launched on Steam alongside a major 2.0 content update, which includes new game plus, an extra-hard difficulty, and companion spells. The update is free for existing owners on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via the Epic Games Store. A 25% launch discount is available on Steam until May 21, 2026.
Now Playing at SUPERJUMP Issue 40
This article features previews of several games currently being played by the SUPERJUMP editorial team. James Burns is enjoying Capcom's Pragmata, praising its unique combat and art design. Jahanzeb Khan is hooked on Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.VO. World Stage on Nintendo Switch, while Nathaniel Kelly is playing Final Fantasy Legend 3 for a community event. PJ Walerysiak finds Tales of Kenzera: Zau to be a moving experience inspired by grief, and Kristina M.H. is finding The Binding of Isaac addictive despite its dark themes. CJ Wilson also shares positive impressions of Pragmata and revisits Lococycle from Twisted Pixel Games.
Award-Winning 2021 PS5 Action Game 80% Off on PS Store
The award-winning PlayStation 5 action game Deathloop is currently available for 80% off on the PlayStation Store as part of a limited-time "Next Level Savings" promotion. Developed by Arkane Studios and published by Bethesda, the game is priced at $11.99 until Thursday, May 28. Deathloop features two rival assassins trapped in a time loop on the island of Blackreef, tasked with assassinating eight targets before the day resets.
Mr. Do is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
The classic 1982 arcade action game Mr. Do is being released on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 as part of the Arcade Archives series on May 14. This version includes the original game, two widely played versions, and a rare "oldest version" with a unique protagonist design. The game will be available for $7.99 on Nintendo Switch and $9.99 on Switch 2.
