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Castlevania Belmont's Curse blends the classic Metroidvania's soul with Dead Cells' immaculate style
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, developed by Evil Empire, blends the classic Metroidvania style with the visual flair of Dead Cells. The game features a vibrant art style set in a monster-filled Paris and introduces Rose Belmont as the protagonist. Its combat system offers a dynamic mix of melee and spells, while the iconic Vampire Killer whip serves as a primary traversal tool, addressing common Metroidvania movement woes.
I love Stranger Than Heaven's "more intuitive and rough" combat: "Frankly speaking, with Yakuza, you could even play it with closed eyes", says its producer
Stranger Than Heaven's combat system is designed to be more intuitive and rough than the Like a Dragon series, requiring players to actively block and strategize. Producer Hiroyuki Sakamoto highlights the left-and-right arm control scheme, which aims to create a greater sense of involvement in fights. The preview showcased different difficulty levels and demonstrated the game's impressive gore, leaving the reviewer excited for its January 15, 2027 release.
Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake Release Date Is November 5, Just Before GTA 6
Nintendo announced that a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2 will be released on November 5, just before Grand Theft Auto 6 launches on November 19. The remake features completely overhauled graphics, new gameplay mechanics like running and jumping, fully voiced characters, and an improved day/night cycle. The original game was released in 1998 for the Nintendo 64.
Major 2025 PS5 RPG Half Price on PlayStation Store, All DLC Included
The Premium Edition of Assassin's Creed Shadows for PlayStation 5 is currently available for 50% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $54.99 until September 10. This special offer includes the base game along with all its downloadable content, such as new gear, weapons, a mount, and the Claws of Awaji expansion.
Mortal Shell 2 Review
Mortal Shell 2 offers infectious gameplay and memorable aesthetics, though it is hampered by visual and collision bugs. The review highlights the game's unique combat and artistic direction, while also noting technical issues that detract from the experience.
Miljonförsäljning för Onimusha: Way of the Sword på lanseringsdagen
Capcom announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword sold over one million copies on its first day, bringing the total sales for the Onimusha series to over 10 million units. This success reinforces Capcom's strategy of reviving older franchises and developing new titles.
We played the new Terranigma remaster for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, here are our thoughts
A preview of the upcoming Terranigma remaster for Nintendo Switch reveals a faithful adaptation with quality-of-life improvements, including a quick menu for items and magic. Clear River Games emphasizes its commitment to preserving the classic action RPG, which never received a North American release. The demo showcased impressive pixel art and challenging boss encounters, hinting at a 2027 release.
Why The Witcher 3 remains one of the best RPGs of all time
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt remains one of the best action RPGs of all time, even a decade after its initial release. CD Projekt Red's upcoming free remaster, which includes graphical enhancements, improved gameplay mechanics, and the new 'Songs Of The Past' expansion, is a generous move that will likely attract new fans and re-engage existing ones. Despite minor flaws like clunky combat, the game's rich storytelling, detailed open world, and high replayability solidify its legendary status.
Low profile video games are proving massive hits and that bodes well
Recent AAA releases like Onimusha: Warlords and The Blood of Dawnwalker, despite not having the absolute highest budgets, have achieved significant success, selling over a million copies each shortly after launch. This trend suggests that confidently made games targeting specific demographics can thrive without relying solely on massive IPs or astronomical budgets, offering a positive outlook for the mid-tier game market.
The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past isn't nostalgia bait - it's a welcome evolution of CDPR's iconic RPG
The upcoming DLC for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, introduces a new region called Letten and focuses on the character of Dandelion. The preview highlights a new combat mechanic with a chain weapon for Geralt and introduces Lilla, Dandelion's cousin, as a new character. CD Projekt Red emphasizes that the DLC is a genuine evolution of the RPG, not just a nostalgia trip.
Fredde Granbergs spelstudio Modern Cavemen har fyra spel på gång
Swedish comedian Fredde Granberg's new game studio, Modern Cavemen, has four games in development. Their first title, Flush Kingdom, is a co-op game inspired by Granberg's previous work and is slated for a 2027 release. Other titles include Fjord of Fools, Green Team, and Bröderna Krim, with the latter based on a children's book.
1666: Amsterdam early access review - Assassin's Creed creator's latest is buggy and sometimes bewildering, but there's real ambition too
1666: Amsterdam, the latest game from Assassin's Creed creator Patrice Désilets and Panache Digital Games, is ambitious but buggy in its early access state. The game blends open-world investigation and combat across three time periods, featuring witchery and a unique approach to exploration that draws parallels to immersive sims, though its combat and technical issues detract from the experience.
Tarae: The Unbound Developers Hope Its East Asia Folklore Aesthetic Sets It Apart From Western Medieval Action RPGs Like Diablo
Developers of the South Korean action RPG Tarae: The Unbound aim to differentiate their game from Western titles like Diablo by focusing on an East Asian folklore aesthetic. They believe this unique theme will set their game apart in the genre.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword has already sold over 1 million copies
Capcom announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword has sold over one million copies across all platforms on its first day of release. The game, which launched on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, continues Capcom's trend of successfully modernizing its classic franchises.
Mortal Shell 2 Unstable Stone Guide - Unstable Stone Location
This guide for Mortal Shell 2 details how to acquire the Unstable Stone accessory, a useful item that provides splash damage after hitting an enemy five times. The stone is found in a hidden chest within Castigator's Keep, west of the beacon, requiring players to break an enchantment on a stone foundation to reveal it. The Unstable Stone is compatible with specific weapons like the Caged Hystrix and Forgotten Crossbow.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Sells 1 Million Units
Rebel Wolves' debut title, The Blood of Dawnwalker, has sold over 1 million copies worldwide across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The action RPG, developed by former CD Projekt Red veterans, also achieved a peak of over 64,000 concurrent players on Steam, with an 80% positive user review rating, despite some criticism regarding technical issues.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword’s Combat Is Doing A Lot of Heavy Lifting
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a strong revival with excellent combat mechanics, but its surrounding elements like story and exploration fall short. While the game's combat, including Issen and parrying, is universally praised and contributes to memorable boss fights, the hub world and side quests lack variety and depth. Despite these shortcomings, the game is considered a worthy return for the series, with its core gameplay loop being its greatest strength.
Control Resonant Features 60 FPS Performance Mode on Consoles, “Plays Well” on PS5 Pro
Remedy has confirmed that Control Resonant will feature a 60 FPS Performance Mode on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, with an option to choose between performance and quality modes. While the PS5 Pro version is optimized and "plays well," specific details on resolution and performance are still forthcoming. The game is set to launch on September 24th for consoles and PC.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – September 2026 round-up
This September 2026 round-up highlights new mobile game releases for iOS and Android, including Lara Croft And The Temple Of Osiris, the free update for Ball x Pit, and the puzzle game Servant Of The Lake. Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor receives a paid expansion, while Chillquarium offers a relaxing idle experience. Galactic Outlaw: Tower Defence is criticized for its microtransactions and lack of engaging gameplay.
Stellar Blade interview: dev on bringing the game to Nintendo Switch 2, adoration for Zelda: Breath of the Wild, more
Shift Up's DongKi Lee discusses the upcoming Stellar Blade: Complete Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, detailing technical optimizations and the use of DLSS and FSR 3.1 for a target of 60 frames per second. Lee also expresses admiration for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, which inspired him to work on console games.
