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Kernel Hearts Demo Out Now on Steam and Epic Ahead of 2026 Launch
A playable demo for the action RPG roguelike Kernel Hearts is now available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game, which features co-op play, magical girl transformations, and a premise involving climbing the Tower of Babel, is slated for a full launch in 2026 on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
Cinderia Enters Steam Early Access With Fast-Paced Roguelite Action
Cinderia, a dark fantasy roguelite from MyACG Studio, has launched on Steam Early Access for PC priced at $17.99. The game features fast-paced combat, build variety with over 180 skills and 130 equipment pieces, and a world consumed by fire and corruption. The developer plans to incorporate player feedback into ongoing updates during the Early Access period.
Trials of Mana's Riesz to Apparently Appear in The Adventures of Elliot Millennium Tales as a Saved Data
Square Enix and Claytechworks announced that Riesz from Trials of Mana will make a cameo appearance in The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales. Players with Trials of Mana save data will receive in-game funds from Riesz when spoken to. The game is set to release on June 18, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Crimson Desert sales top four million
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert has sold over four million units worldwide. The open-world action RPG launched on March 19 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, reaching two million sales on its release day and three million by March 24.
GRIME 2 Review — Paint The World Difficult | Console Creatures
GRIME 2 builds upon its predecessor by expanding the world and mechanics, offering a brighter and larger environment with a focus on borrowing and building upon enemy skills. While the core combat still emphasizes parrying, the game provides more freedom through a variety of absorbable abilities. The sound design and art direction are also highlighted as significant improvements, creating a unique and engaging experience.
Myths Game Debuts Early Access on Android in the Philippines
Spectarium has launched its new action RPG, Myths, in early access for Android users in the Philippines. The game features cooperative dungeon crawling, AI-driven personalization, and a player-driven economy through the Mythical Marketplace. This soft launch aims to refine performance and technical aspects before wider release.
The Division: Resurgence is Finally Out, Launch Trailer Showcases Gameplay and Customization
Ubisoft has launched The Division: Resurgence on mobile devices, featuring a launch trailer that highlights gameplay and extensive character customization options. The game tasks players with protecting New York City alongside allies, offering immersive gunplay and strategic combat. While The Division 3 remains without a release window, this mobile title aims to satisfy fans of the series.
Mortal Shell 2 Showcases Three Shells, Brutal Combat and Open World in New Gameplay Reveal
Cold Symmetry has revealed new gameplay for Mortal Shell 2, a standalone sequel to the Souls-like action RPG. The showcase highlights three distinct "Shells" players can inhabit, each with unique abilities, and features brutal combat, dodge-rolling, riposting, and even firearms. Mortal Shell 2 is set to launch this year for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with an open beta planned for PC this Summer.
The 14 most exciting new video game releases of April 2026
April 2026 is set to be a busy month for new video game releases, with at least 14 titles catching the eye of critics. Notable releases include Darwin's Paradox, a Starfield PlayStation 5 port, Pokémon Champions, and the highly anticipated Saros. The month also features new entries in various genres, from stealth platformers and roguelikes to party games and fighting games, across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, and More Coming to PS Plus Essential on April 7
Sony has announced that Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream will be available for PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers starting April 7th. Lords of the Fallen is a reboot of the 2014 action RPG, while Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered collects Lara Croft's original adventures with updated visuals. Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream offers multiplayer raid content.
Samson: A Tyndalston Story – Here’s Everything We Know So Far
Samson: A Tyndalston Story, developed by Liquid Swords, is an upcoming single-player game blending vehicular combat and street brawling. Players control Samson McRay in the city of Tyndalston, facing debt and using a combination of fistfights, environmental weapons, and car combat. The game features skill trees, an action point system for mission prioritization, and will launch on PC on April 8th for $24.99, with PC technical features including raytracing and DLSS.
Mouse: P.I. For Hire – 15 Gameplay Details You Need to Know
Mouse: P.I. For Hire is a fast-paced first-person shooter with a unique 1930s rubber hose animation style and a film-noir detective story. Developed by Fumi Games, it features over twenty action-packed levels, a suite of movement abilities, cartoonish firearms with upgrades, and environmental hazards. The game is set for release on April 16 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC, priced at $29.99 USD and offering an estimated 12 to 20 hours of gameplay.
Action RPG 'Kernel Hearts' Demo Now Available on Steam and Epic Games Store
A free demo for the action-RPG roguelike Kernel Hearts is now available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Developed by EPHEMERA and published by Whitethorn Games, the game features high-speed combat, a magical transformation system, and co-op multiplayer. Kernel Hearts is slated for a 2026 release on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
'KERNEL HEARTS' DEMO NOW LIVE ON STEAM
The demo for Kernel Hearts, an action RPG roguelike with 4-player co-op, is now available on Steam and Epic Games Store. The game is set to release in 2026 for PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, featuring players ascending the Tower of Babel to dethrone God.
Persona 30th Anniversary POP! Vinyl Collection Funko! Pop Collection Pre-Orders Live
Funko has released pre-orders for a new collection of Persona 30th Anniversary Funko Pop! vinyl figures. The collection includes figures based on protagonists from Persona 3, Persona 4, and Persona 5, as well as the character Igor. The article also briefly mentions other unrelated gaming news including the release of Last Man Sitting and Animalkind, and the announcement of an A-Rank Party game.
The Division Resurgence seems like the perfect way to get your MMO shooter fix on the go — 'We believe it's a good way to catch up with the universe in a more flexible way' developer says
Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence, a free-to-play mobile title set between The Division and The Division 2, has launched today. Executive producer Fabrice Navrez described the game as a canon extension of the universe, designed with flexible play sessions of five to 10 minutes to accommodate players with less time. The game aims to bring the franchise to a wider audience on Android and iOS platforms.
Homura Hime Review - Thumb Culture
The review highlights Homura Hime as an ambitious and polished indie title that rivals AAA action RPGs. Developed by Crimson Dusk, the game started as a student project and has evolved into a fully realized experience that is both easy to get into and offers significant depth.
New Lord of the Rings Game Comes from Tomb Raider Dev, It's Claimed
Crystal Dynamics is reportedly leading the development of a new video game set in The Lord of the Rings universe, with funding from the Abu Dhabi Investment Office. The title is rumored to be a competitor to Hogwarts Legacy and has been in development for some time, though it is still some way from release. This project comes as Crystal Dynamics is also working on two Tomb Raider titles.
Rumour: Anticipated PS5 Sequel Lords of the Fallen 2 Locked for August Release
A rumour suggests that Lords of the Fallen 2, an anticipated sequel for PlayStation 5, is targeting an August release. This information reportedly came from the game's lead systems designer, though the statement has since been removed. The article notes that leaks are not always accurate and internal targets can fluctuate.
The Shadows of Tombwater Beckon You — the 2D Western Soulslike Is Available Now on PC
The 2D Wild West Soulslike game Tombwater, developed by Moth Atlas and published by Midwest Games, is now available on PC via Steam. The game features 25 bosses, 95 enemy types, and a 20-25 hour gameplay experience, drawing inspiration from titles like The Legend of Zelda and Hollow Knight.