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Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 7 to 11
This week's Xbox releases include NHL 27, Halloween: The Game, Mewgenics, and Train Sim World 7, among many others. Several titles are optimized for Xbox Series X|S and available on Game Pass, including The Royal Writ and Dumb Ways to Build.
Exodus: Going Hands-on With This Wild Interactive Space Opera
Exodus is shaping up to be a unique action RPG with a blend of choice-based gameplay, synergistic abilities, and a bizarre, cosmic sci-fi narrative. The hands-on preview highlighted its weighty combat, customizable protagonist Jun, and specialized companions, all set within a universe featuring celestial powers and talking animals. Exodus is scheduled for release on Xbox Series X|S and PC on April 7, 2027.
Playing Mass Effect spiritual successor Exodus was the best kind of surprise
Exodus, a spiritual successor to Mass Effect developed by Archetype Entertainment, offers a compelling blend of action combat and deep player agency. The preview highlights a mission focused on infiltrating a space station, showcasing the game's striking visuals, flexible combat system with diverse companion abilities, and a narrative that emphasizes meaningful choices with long-term consequences, including a unique time dilation mechanic.
Exodus Plays Exactly How a New Mass Effect Should | IGN Hands-on Preview
Exodus is being previewed as a game that aims for the same level of ambition as the original Mass Effect series. The hands-on preview suggests high expectations for the title to live up to its potential.
The Witcher 3 Remastered devs didn’t want the Nintendo Switch 2 version to have any tradeoffs
Yigsoft, a development partner for CD Projekt Red's The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, stated their goal was to avoid any performance tradeoffs for the Nintendo Switch 2 version. They believe they succeeded due to the improved hardware compared to the original Nintendo Switch port, which required significant compromises.
Mortal Shell 2 How to Get Mether's Severance Guide
This guide for Mortal Shell 2 explains how to obtain the Mether's Severance item, which is sold by Merrick for 5000 coins. Players can also find a hidden Mether's Severance in a chest behind a breakable wall in a tunnel leading to Merrick.
Marvel’s Wolverine – 15 Biggest Takeaways From Everything Revealed So Far
Insomniac Games has revealed new details about Marvel's Wolverine, confirming an M-rated, emotionally deep story and a grounded world. The game will feature customizable suits and claws, New Game Plus available on day one, and extensive photo mode features. The narrative will focus solely on Wolverine's personal journey, with the X-Men absent to emphasize the harsh reality for mutants.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is Out Now
Capcom has released Onimusha: Way of the Sword, accompanied by a new trailer showcasing protagonist Miyamoto Musashi and the game's blend of samurai action and demonic combat. The title is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, featuring refined hack-and-slash gameplay and Oni Armaments.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Crosses 8 Million Players Worldwide Following Nintendo Switch 2 Release
Koei Tecmo announced that Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty has surpassed 8 million players worldwide, a milestone achieved shortly after its release on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game, which launched in March 2023, is also available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, and is included with Game Pass. A sequel, Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, is planned for early 2027.
I Thought I Was Done With The Witcher 3 – Then the Remaster Happened
The remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt revitalizes the acclaimed action RPG with significant visual and gameplay improvements, making a return trip to The Continent compelling even for seasoned players. Enhanced controls, smoother movement, and a revamped skill tree offer fresh perspectives on Geralt's journey and the game's vast world, including its expansions.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Guide – 15 Best Tips and Tricks You May Not Know
This guide for Onimusha: Way of the Sword offers 15 tips and tricks to help players master its combat and exploration. Key advice includes not over-relying on blocking, using the environment, mastering parries and deflects, and utilizing special vision and training grounds.
Escape from Ever After receiving Nintendo Switch physical release
Super Rare Games, in partnership with Sleepy Castle Studio, Wing-It Creative, and HypeTrain Digital, has announced a physical release for the Nintendo Switch adventure RPG Escape From Ever After. Pre-orders for the 4,000 standard copies begin September 10th, featuring the game, a manual, sticker, and trading cards.
How To Save Mert In The Blood Of Dawnwalker – The Firebrand Guide
This guide details how to complete "The Firebrand" quest in The Blood of Dawnwalker to save Mert, a miller imprisoned in Stoneward Post. Players can choose to infiltrate the post during the day or utilize Coen's vampiric abilities at night to rescue Mert and his wife Renna.
Acclaimed PlayStation 5 Action Game Adds a Crossover Hero in New Mode
Ghost of Tsushima's protagonist, Jin Sakai, has been added as a playable character to the PlayStation 5 action game Ghost of Yōtei: Most Wanted. This crossover hero will be available in the new single-player combat mode, retaining his signature combat skills and four stances. The new mode is included in the Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition.
Experiencing some day one Blood of Dawnwalker issues? Its devs know, and have some temporary solutions to help get you bloodsucking
The Blood of Dawnwalker, the debut game from Rebel Wolves and director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, is experiencing several day-one technical issues on PC, including stuttering and crashing during shader compilation. Developers have provided temporary workarounds such as launching in full-screen mode and updating BIOS. Issues with PS5 controller button mapping and character sprinting are also being addressed.
Crimson Desert Channels The Sims With Its Chartering The Unknown Expansion
Pearl Abyss announced that Crimson Desert's first major expansion, Chartering the Unknown, will launch in October and introduces life simulation elements akin to The Sims. The expansion adds underwater combat, building construction, and romance options to the open-world action RPG.
With wall-running and surprisingly weighty combat, Guild Wars 3 is aiming high: "If we hadn't been making MMOs for 26 years I don't think we could have built this"
Guild Wars 3 is aiming for a more visceral, action-RPG-like combat experience with a new momentum system that allows for wall-running and impactful attacks. Developer ArenaNet is focusing on making the MMO accessible for both new and returning players, with a launch planned for PlayStation 5 and PC.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation's release date puts an end to the remake trilogy in sight, and then pushes that end a bit further away with Sephiroth and Vincent DLC
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will launch on April 8th, confirming the release date for the second part of the remake trilogy. The game will feature Cloud riding a motorbike in a boss fight and allow players to control various characters, with potential story divergences based on sidequest choices. Two DLC expansions are planned, one focusing on Vincent Valentine and the Turks, and another on Sephiroth.
Final Fantasy VII Revelation Trailer Reveals Release Date, New Gameplay Systems
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will launch on April 8, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. The game will feature an expanded open world explored via the Highwind airship, new playable characters Cid and Vincent, and the FITS combat system.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation finally gets a 2027 release date, as Final Fantasy Resonance gets a surprise demo
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth has received a confirmed release date of April 8, 2027, launching simultaneously worldwide on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Additionally, Square Enix announced a playable demo for their upcoming HD-2D RPG, Final Fantasy Resonance, available now for download.
