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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.
Indie Action Games for Xbox Series X 🎬
This article highlights five indie action games available on Xbox Series X, including reviews for Decline's Drops, REPLACED, TerraTech Legion, Survivor Mercs, and ZPF. It praises Decline's Drops for its visuals and gameplay, REPLACED for its atmosphere and combat, and TerraTech Legion for its unique vehicle customization in the Survivors-like genre. Survivor Mercs and ZPF are noted as having potential but falling short in execution.
KingFish is a co-op roguelike where one of you gets to play a city builder while the other plays an action game
KingFish is a co-op roguelike game where one player manages a city builder aspect while the other engages in action gameplay on the back of a giant living island. The game aims to blend these distinct playstyles, with both players able to assist each other in combat and resource gathering. KingFish is slated for release sometime in 2027 and is available to wishlist on Steam.
PATLABOR the Case Files Launches This Summer for PS5 and PC
Good Smile Company and Chime Corporation announced that the action game PATLABOR the Case Files will launch this Summer for PlayStation 5 and PC. The game is based on Mobile Police Patlabor and features over 20 different mechs, including the Ingram and Griffon. It will include main missions, side missions, and a simulator mode with shooting drills and mecha combat.
Crazy action game Killer Bean confirmed for launch on June 8
The open-world action game Killer Bean will launch in Early Access on June 8, 2026, for $14.99 USD. The game will feature a single-player campaign, battle arena modes, and procedurally generated islands with various factions and biomes. It is expected to require Proton or Wine for Linux systems.
Stellar Blade 2 is Published by Shift Up, Could Launch on More Platforms
Shift Up, the developer of Stellar Blade, has announced it will self-publish the sequel, Stellar Blade 2, potentially allowing for wider platform availability beyond PlayStation. The studio is actively exploring further platform expansion for the original Stellar Blade, including a possible Nintendo Switch 2 port, and aims for the sequel to launch before 2027. Stellar Blade has been a financial success for Shift Up, generating significant revenue since its release.
Death Denied – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Death Denied is a fast-paced, top-down action game set in medieval England where players control a Viking seeking Valhalla. The game features brutal close-quarters combat, divine blessings that alter gameplay, and competitive leaderboards. An open beta is currently available for players to request access.
Tävling – vem bygger bästa basen i Core Keeper?
A competition is being held for players to showcase their best base builds in the indie action-adventure game Core Keeper. ISK members will vote to determine the winner, with submissions encouraged via images and videos.
Physical Editions of The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit and Neon Inferno Now Available At Retroware
Physical editions of the retro-inspired games The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit and Neon Inferno are now available for purchase directly from the Retroware shop for $39.99 each on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. Neon Inferno is a hybrid side-scrolling run-and-gun and gallery shooter developed by Zenovia Interactive, while The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit is a side-scrolling action game developed by Programancer.
SOLO LEVELING: ARISE EXPANDS WITH NEW HUNTER “ANTOINE MARTINEZ” AND MAJOR SYSTEM UPDATES
Netmarble has released a new update for its action game Solo Leveling: ARISE, introducing the new hunter Antoine Martinez and several gameplay enhancements. The update refines the main story, adds new chapters and a Job Change for Sung Jinwoo, and introduces new systems like the Successor system featuring Myro. These changes aim to improve the overall player experience and expand the game's content.
Ravenswatch coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Nacon and Passtech Games have announced a native Nintendo Switch 2 version of their roguelike action game, Ravenswatch, set to release this fall with expected technical improvements over the current Nintendo Switch version. Additionally, a free update titled "Song of Thieves" will be released on May 27, 2026, introducing new enemies and activities.
Stranger Than Heaven Drops Tons Of New Details, Out This Winter | Console Creatures
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio revealed new details for their upcoming action game, Stranger Than Heaven. The game follows Makoto Daito across five distinct eras and locations, detailing the rise of the Tojo Clan. Gameplay features include a music-based system for Makoto to earn money and an overhauled combat system with separate controls for each side of the body. The game is set to release this winter on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, featuring a cast including Snoop Dogg, Akio Otsuka, and Tori Kelly.
Spanky Bat-A-Swing, a 1930s-inspired rhythm action 3D platformer, announced for Nintendo Switch
Green Flamingo has announced Spanky Bat-A-Swing, a 3D action platformer for the Nintendo Switch inspired by 1930s hand-animated cartoons. The game features an electro-swing soundtrack that influences gameplay, with players needing to hit enemies to the beat. The developer has not yet shared a release window for the title.
Pragmata Sales Reach 2m in Under a Month
Capcom announced that its new IP, Pragmata, has sold two million units in under a month since its mid-April release. The action game with platforming and puzzle elements, which follows an investigator on a lunar research station, is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
