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Denshattack! Review
Denshattack! is a unique and polished indie game that blends train-based trick-action with an anime-inspired narrative. Players control a novice Denshattacker named Emi, performing kickflips, wall-jumps, and ollies as a literal train across stylized, rail-filled environments. While the game excels in its varied set-pieces, boss fights, and replayable score-chasing gameplay, it lacks depth in unlockables and customization options beyond new trains and decals.
If you miss the straightforward action RPGs of the past, try the generous demo for Darkstone Restoration
The action RPG Darkstone is back with a remaster, Darkstone Restoration, available in early access with improved UI, controls, and graphics. A generous demo allows players to try out eight classes and three randomized quests. The game aims to recapture the straightforward, action-focused gameplay of older titles, offering a break from complex modern RPG mechanics.
Clarity: The Seven Demons of Vanguardia (PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, X/S, PC)
Clarity: The Seven Demons of Vanguardia is an action RPG available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game follows a young boy seeking revenge after his father is killed by a mysterious assailant.
Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced Reveals What’s Really Wrong With Assassin’s Creed
This analysis argues that while recent Assassin's Creed titles like Origins, Odyssey, and Valhalla have shifted towards an RPG formula, the franchise may be suffering from a tendency to confuse meaningful evolution with constant expansion. The success of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced is highlighted as evidence that a more focused approach, centered on core identities like the pirate fantasy, can resonate strongly with players, suggesting a need for better balance between broad reinventions and cohesive design.
Mistfall Hunter Gets Ready for July 30th Launch With a New Trailer
Bellring Games has released a new trailer for its upcoming PvPvE action RPG, Mistfall Hunter, ahead of its July 30th launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The game features players as Gyldhunters battling corrupted enemies and other players for loot, with a focus on extraction. Mistfall Hunter will also be available on PC Game Pass.
Resident Evil Remakes Help Fund New Games Like Pragmata, Says Producer
Capcom producer Masachika Kawata explained that Resident Evil remakes are crucial for funding new titles like Pragmata and mainline entries, while also helping to maintain an annual release cadence. This strategy allows the company to revisit older games, introduce them to new audiences, and generate financial resources for both sequels and original intellectual property development.
Beast of Reincarnation Could Be Game Freak’s Biggest Breakout Yet
Beast of Reincarnation presents a significant opportunity for Game Freak to shift its public perception beyond its established Pokemon franchise. The article compares its potential impact to that of Black Myth: Wukong, highlighting Beast of Reincarnation's ambitious action RPG gameplay, mature dystopian Japanese setting, and unique dual-character combat system as key differentiators. Success for the game, available day-one on Game Pass, will be measured not just by sales but by its ability to establish a new identity for Game Freak and prove its capability in creating original, mature titles.
Task Bar Hero has normalized real money item auction houses, and Blizzard must be raging
Task Bar Hero, a popular side-scrolling RPG on Steam, features a real money auction house where players can buy and sell in-game items for very low prices. This mechanic draws parallels to Diablo 3's controversial real money auction house, sparking debate within the community. The article questions the normalization of such systems in modern gaming, especially given the game's design that encourages long playtimes and potential pay-to-progress elements.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers tops 5 million players despite dev team's collapse
Despite the collapse of its development team, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers has surpassed five million players. The Wuxia action game, described as 'Soulslike comfort food', has maintained a 'mixed' Steam score with no updates since November 2025. The intellectual property rights were acquired by Digital Bros in April.
Coming Out in gaming this week — July 27, 2026
This week's gaming releases include Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo campaign with updated visuals and new missions. Other notable titles launching are the strategy game Space Imperia 4X, the dark fantasy extraction ARPG Mistfall Hunter, and the anime-inspired driving game Truck-kun is Supporting Me from Another World?!. Additionally, Kusan: City of Wolves, Blue Reflection Quartet, Rita, The Relic: First Guardian, and Corsair Cove are also set to release across various platforms.
Videogame villains who sing at you are the best
This article discusses the trend of villains singing in video games, highlighting examples from various titles like Middle-earth: Shadow of War, Hades II, and Baldur's Gate 3. It argues that unexpected musical numbers from antagonists can be more engaging than traditional monologues, making them memorable and impactful.
Final Fantasy 14 has finally added the class I'm always asking for: a viking with two shields, laser cannons, and…
Square Enix has revealed a new main tank job for Final Fantasy XIV called the Bastion, which utilizes dual shields that function as weapons. This new job will be playable in the evolved mode of the game's pruned battle system, launching in January 2027. Game director Yoshi-P showcased the job's extravagant animations, which include laser blasts and melee attacks.
Wall World 2 Review | TheXboxHub
Wall World 2 returns players to the massive wall from the original game, tasking them with piloting a Spider mech to explore, mine resources, and fight off monsters called Zyrex. While featuring roguelite elements like upgrades and resource gathering, the game's rigid mission-based structure and the need to balance temporary in-mission upgrades with permanent progression make the gameplay loop feel tedious at times, failing to fully realize its potential as a true roguelite experience.
An animator at Ghost of Yotei studio Sucker Punch just released his own action RPG on Steam, and he can't believe its success: "36,000 COPIES SOLD IN 24 HOURS"
Dinoblade, an action RPG developed by Jean Nguyen of Team Spino and a senior gameplay animator at Sucker Punch Productions, has achieved significant success on Steam, selling 36,000 copies within its first 24 hours. The game, which allows players to control a Spinosaurus wielding a greatsword in a prehistoric world, also garnered over 600,000 wishlists prior to launch and maintains a 'Very Positive' rating.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 confirms release date and it's closer than you think
Cold Iron Studios has confirmed that Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 will launch on August 25, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The sequel expands to four-player co-op and introduces new classes, weapons, and enemies, alongside an updated horde mode and cross-platform play.
Tamashika Review | TheXboxHub
Tamashika is a stylish auto-runner that blends the speed of Superhot with the flow of Ultrakill, offering vibrant visuals and a focus on making the player feel cool. While its core gameplay loop of shooting enemies and navigating obstacles is effective, the game's stage design lacks distinction, leading to a "style over substance" feel at times. Despite these criticisms, Tamashika's presentation and soundtrack are excellent, creating a sense of wonder and excitement.
Xbox releases four original console games on PC thanks to Backwards Compatibility, but they chose the wrong ones
Microsoft has released four original Xbox console games on PC via backwards compatibility, including Fuzion Frenzy, BLiNX: The Time Sweeper, Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge, and Conker: Live & Reloaded. The article criticizes the selection of games and the lack of achievements at launch, suggesting more popular titles like Halo: Combat Evolved or Jade Empire would have been better choices.
Now Playing at SUPERJUMP, Issue 42
Writers for SUPERJUMP share their current gaming experiences, including Persona 5 Royal, Urban Myth Dissolution Center, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, and Bionic Bay. The discussions cover personal progress, game design critiques, and the impact of technical performance on player enjoyment.
God of War Laufey Release Date Revealed
Sony has announced that God of War: Laufey will be released on February 16, 2027, exclusively for the PlayStation 5. The game shifts focus from Kratos to his wife, Laufey the Just, exploring a new mystical tale and playstyle. This title will be one of the last first-party games to receive a disc edition before Sony ceases disc production in 2028.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse gets first Nintendo Switch screenshots, frame rate confirmed
The first Nintendo Switch screenshots for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse have been released, showcasing the game's visual presentation and confirming a target frame rate of 30 FPS. Konami is collaborating with Evil Empire, known for Dead Cells and The Rogue Prince of Persia, on this installment. The game is set to launch on October 15, 2026, with pre-orders now available on the Nintendo eShop.
