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Path of Exile 2's Director admits, "We had a lot of arrogance about how long we thought it would take"
Path of Exile 2 is set to launch on December 11, transitioning to a free-to-play model on Steam. Game Director Jonathan Rogers admitted that Grinding Gear Games underestimated the development time, particularly for the endgame and unique items, due to the game being fundamentally different from its predecessor. The team is now confident that the core elements are in a satisfactory state for the 1.0 launch.
Echoes of Aincrad Review – A Beautiful World Wasted | Invision Game Community
Echoes of Aincrad, a new Sword Art Online VRMMORPG from Bandai Namco Entertainment and Game Studio Inc, offers a visually stunning world but suffers from repetitive gameplay, artificial time inflation, and a lack of life. Despite enjoyable combat mechanics and good graphics, soundtrack, and voice acting, the game's core loop, limited exploration, and abrupt story ending make it a mediocre experience, particularly for fans of the franchise.
Build a Base RNG codes (August 2026)
This guide provides the latest working codes for the Roblox game Build a Base RNG, which are updated in August 2026. These codes offer boosts such as coin and hero coins, and free jackpot spins. The article also details how to redeem these codes within the game and where to find future code drops, primarily through the game's official Discord server.
The 5 top games you need to play in September 2026
This article highlights the top five games releasing in September 2026, chosen from a wave of titles aiming to avoid the November release of GTA 6. Featured games include the dark fantasy vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker, Insomniac Games' action-adventure Marvel's Wolverine, the Switch 2 exclusive Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, the horror title Silent Hill: Townfall, and Remedy's Control Resonant.
What we've been playing - "Forget the classics: remaster the duds"
This week's "What We've Been Playing" feature highlights experiences with Elden Ring on the Nintendo Switch 2, noting its portability despite occasional frame drops. The article also discusses a fun, surprise-remastered edition of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North on PlayStation 5, praising its immersive world and enjoyable co-op gameplay.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen leads are confident the expansion will live up to its name
Dragon's Dogma 2 Game Director Kento Kinoshita and Producer Naoto Oyama are confident that the upcoming Dark Arisen expansion will meet fan expectations. The expansion, set to release in October, introduces a new snowy biome called Norgen, featuring unique creatures, environmental challenges like blizzards, and new mechanics such as Relic-hungry enemies. The team aims to expand upon the already complete base game experience, providing players with more of the combat and exploration they've requested.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Is Tackling Its Most Obvious Flaw
This article discusses the upcoming remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, focusing on how CD Projekt Red is addressing long-standing criticisms regarding clunky movement and combat. The author believes these improvements, alongside enhancements to enemy AI and progression systems, will justify another playthrough of the beloved RPG.
Fable Hands-On Impressions
Hands-on impressions of the upcoming game Fable suggest that its combat may differ significantly from previously released footage. The game is slated for release on PC and PlayStation 5, with a potential Xbox Series X release also indicated.
Path of Exile 2's first event league goes 'oops, all bosses' and reworks its worst mode so sane people…
Grinding Gear Games is launching the first event league for Path of Exile 2, titled Forbidden Rites, on September 4. This mini-league introduces Ritual altars with boss encounters during the campaign and a reworked Trial of Chaos endgame activity. The full 1.0 release of Path of Exile 2 is scheduled for December 11.
Nodusfall isn't Elden Ring, Monster Hunter or a typical HoYoverse game—it's something very different
HoYoverse's new co-op action game, Nodusfall, deviates from the company's typical gacha model, focusing instead on role-based classes and intense combat inspired by games like Elden Ring and Monster Hunter. While character acquisition won't rely on random draws, cosmetic monetization is being considered. The game features distinct character combat styles and large-scale boss battles, with no release date announced yet.
Review – Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition (Switch 2)
The Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 offers a portable experience of FromSoftware's acclaimed action RPG, though it suffers from inconsistent frame rates and visual compromises compared to other platforms. Despite performance issues, the game's masterful design, epic story, and stunning world remain intact, making it an enjoyable, albeit rough, on-the-go option.
Gamescom 2026: Wolcen Studio announces Wolcen 2, a sequel to its troubled namesake ARPG
Wolcen Studio has announced Wolcen 2, a sequel to its troubled ARPG Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem, which is slated for a Steam Early Access launch in 2027. The new title will be built on Unreal Engine 5 and promises a dark fantasy setting with deep character customization and co-op play. The developers acknowledge past issues and pledge community-driven development for the sequel.
Fable: Watch Brand New Quest Gameplay from gamescom 2026
Playground Games showcased 18 minutes of new quest gameplay from Fable at gamescom 2026, featuring exploration of the reimagined Bowerstone. The footage highlighted interactive buildings, character interactions, and combat mechanics. Fable is set to release on February 23, 2027, for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and cloud, with early access for the Premium Edition starting February 18.
Underrated 2024 PS5 RPG 70% Off on PlayStation Store, Lowest Price
Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, an action RPG developed by Don't Nod, is currently available for 70% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $17.99 until September 10, 2026. The game is also included in the PlayStation Plus Extra Game Catalog and is available on PC and Xbox Series X|S.
Fable’s Loot Is Meant To Be Meaningful, So Don’t Expect A Bunch Of Minor Upgrades
Playground Games aims for meaningful loot in the upcoming Fable reboot, focusing on significant power swings rather than minor stat increases. Creative directors Will Kennedy and Craig Littler explained that impactful upgrades will expand the utility of weapons and spells, with items found in chests also influencing gameplay systems like social standing. The game will feature distinct upgrade paths for melee weapons, ranged weapons, spells, and abilities.
Footage of new Iron Man game from EA Motive appears to leak, showing blistering speed and freedom, as MIA superhero game finally reappears
Footage has reportedly leaked for EA Motive's Iron Man game, showcasing fast-paced aerial and on-foot combat, extensive suit customization, and cinematic storytelling. The game, announced four years ago, appears to be set in an open-world environment and features a vast arsenal of gadgets. This leak follows reports of a cancelled Black Panther game from EA and a previous Iron Man game from Avalanche Studios.
No, That Video Is Not An Accurate Representation Of Fable’s Combat
Playground Games addressed concerns about Fable's combat following a recent video, with an internal developer stating that their hands-on experience at Gamescom showed responsive combat and enemy reactions. The article details the variety of weapons and spells available, and reassures players that the game is still highly anticipated for its February 23, 2027 release on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PS5.
Path of Exile 2's new 'bonus season' adds more than most ARPGs' major updates
Grinding Gear Games is launching a new 'mini-season' for Path of Exile 2 called 'Forbidden Rites' on September 4th, featuring an economy reset and significant updates. This update includes reworks to core mechanics, improvements to the Ritual system, and new endgame content like empowered Rituals and the Sacred Bloom mechanic. The Trial of Chaos and Fortress endgame elements have also been overhauled, with Abyss and Expeditions receiving new endgame features.
Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons – The Open World Adventure Making Magic More… Magical
Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons, an open-world action-adventure game from Invoke Studios, offers a unique approach to magic, treating it as a versatile tool rather than a simple solution. Players control Kaatri, a warlock who can combine melee combat with expressive spellcasting, using spells like telekinesis in multiple ways to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. The game emphasizes player discovery with a quest system that relies on gathering clues rather than following waypoints. Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons is set to release on Xbox Series X|S in 2027.
Path of Exile 2 previews September 4’s Forbidden Rites league and 1.0’s new Duelist class
Grinding Gear Games has previewed Path of Exile 2's upcoming Forbidden Rites league, set to launch on September 4th, and details about the new Duelist class arriving with version 1.0 on December 11th. The Forbidden Rites league introduces a ritual-like mechanic for rewards, alongside various endgame updates. The Duelist class will feature distinct sword-based combat mechanics depending on whether players use single-hand, two-handed, or dual-wielded weapons.
