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This news roundup covers a variety of gaming topics, including reviews for Castlevania: Belmont's Revenge, Valor Mortis, and Gears of War: E-Day. It also features news on Grand Theft Auto VI's trailer release, S&box going free-to-play, and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake.
Bra betyg för nysläppta retro-shootern Warhammer 40K: Boltgun 2
The retro shooter Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 has received strong reviews, with an average score of 84/100 on Opencritic and a 95% positive rating on Steam. The game features new playable characters, abilities, weapons, and diverse environments.
Explore A Mysterious World In Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea
Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea has been released for Xbox Series X|S, featuring a blend of farming simulation, exploration, and a central mystery. Players will tend crops, raise animals, and build a home while uncovering secrets and facing dangers in the world of Teradea. The game also includes romance options and animal companions to aid in exploration.
Slain 2: The Beast Within confirmed for Nintendo Switch
Silver Lining Interactive and Steel Mantis have confirmed that Slain 2: The Beast Within will launch on Nintendo Switch in early 2027, with both digital and physical versions available. The game features Prince Akran battling Lord Vroll's legions, with combat mechanics including elemental swordplay and a werewolf transformation.
Castlevania Belmont's Curse swung between Dark Souls and Dead Cells to find the form that "feels good in your hands"
Evil Empire's Castlevania: Belmont's Curse aims to blend the exploration of Castlevania with the modern feel of games like Dead Cells and Dark Souls. Developers Thomas Pfeiffeir and Ben Laulan discussed the iterative process of finding the right gameplay balance, emphasizing creative control and player expectations. The game has launched on PC with strong initial player counts.
Drova 2: Torn Lands announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Deck13 Spotlight and Just2D have announced Drova 2: Torn Lands for Nintendo Switch and other platforms. This action RPG sequel expands on its predecessor with a larger open world, improved combat, new factions, and story-altering decisions, while maintaining its 'no quest markers' philosophy.
Drova 2: Torn Lands announced for Nintendo Switch
Deck13 Spotlight and Just2D have announced Drova 2: Torn Lands for Nintendo Switch and other platforms. This action RPG sequel will feature a larger open world, an improved combat system, new factions, and player choices that influence the story, continuing the series' philosophy of taking players seriously without quest markers.
Monster Hunter Wilds demo heading to Nintendo Switch 2 next week
Capcom will release a free "Prologue" demo for Monster Hunter Wilds on Nintendo Switch 2 starting October 19 in North America and October 20 in Europe. The demo allows players to experience the beginning of the game, with save data carrying over to the full release, which supports local multiplayer.
Enshrouded 1.0 is Available Now, as Launch Trailer Highlights the Perilous World of Embervale
Enshrouded has officially launched its 1.0 version, exiting Early Access with numerous improvements and new content. The game emphasizes settlement building, combat against dangerous enemies, and a robust crafting system that allows for personal expression. While the story was found to be somewhat lackluster and certain mechanics opaque, the overall experience is positive, especially for long-term players.
007 First Light Launches on March 18th, 2027 for Switch 2, Pre-Orders Get the Iconic GoldenEye Suit
IO Interactive has announced that 007 First Light will launch on March 18th, 2027, for the Nintendo Switch 2. Pre-orders will include the iconic GoldenEye suit, and Deluxe Edition owners will receive exclusive suits and gadget skins. The game appears to be making minimal sacrifices to performance on the Switch 2, though resolution has been impacted.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse review - the origin of Metroidvania
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse marks a competent, albeit low-budget, return for the series, offering enjoyable platforming and combat reminiscent of its Metroidvania roots. While it doesn't innovate significantly and suffers from obscure progression, its sensible price point and solid gameplay make it a worthwhile, if not groundbreaking, revival.
Monster Hunter Wilds Prologue Demo Launches on October 19th for Switch 2
Capcom announced that the Prologue Demo for Monster Hunter Wilds will launch on October 19th for the Nintendo Switch 2, allowing players to carry over their save data to the full game. The full game is set to release on December 4th for Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, with a paid expansion, Ascendance, planned for 2027.
I want to love the new Castlevania, but it just feels a little off
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse offers a fun experience with clever platforming and a gorgeous tarot card presentation, but suffers from a lack of polish and some frustrating control quirks. Developer Evil Empire, known for Dead Cells, seems to have struggled to imbue this new Castlevania with the expected 'juice,' leading to controls that don't quite gel and a less satisfying feel than anticipated.
ShackStream: Elden Ring on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 759
The Stevetendo Show is continuing its Elden Ring playthrough, episode 759, with host Steve aiming to defeat the boss Margit. Steve has been leveling up off-stream to prepare for the challenge. The stream will also feature upcoming games like Castlevania: Belmont's Curse and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, alongside discussions about potential Nintendo Switch Online announcements.
Dungeons and Dragons Online’s Update 82: The Court of Strahd brings a new limited-time event
Dungeons and Dragons Online has released Update 82, titled The Court of Strahd, which introduces a new limited-time event. In this event, players will hunt special enemies for bonus rewards as Strahd, with his new ally The Caller, expands the Mists. The update also includes adjustments following a recent balance pass on game classes and mechanics.
My Most-Anticipated Game Was Delayed, But Its New Demo Has Proven A Fantastic Consolation
Thunder Lotus's upcoming action-adventure game, At Fate's End, has been delayed to 2027, but a new demo offers a compelling glimpse into its emotionally resonant narrative. The game explores complex family dynamics and sibling rivalries through a blend of action-platforming combat and dialogue-driven choices. While the demo's opening hour is straightforward, the potential for deep narrative complexity and engaging gameplay mechanics suggests it could be a standout title.
Charming PS5 Adventure RPG Is Out Today on PlayStation Store
The charming 2D adventure RPG, The Witch's Bakery, developed by Sunny Labs and published by Silver Lining Interactive, has launched on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game follows a witch who opens a bakery in Paris, using her magic to heal emotional scars. Gameplay involves serving customers, exploring the city, improving magic, and delving into 'Heart Palaces' to resolve emotional blockages.
FF7 Revelation’s Opening Invites Deeply Intriguing Questions About The Trilogy’s Conclusion
The opening 25 minutes of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth: Revelation, the final installment in the trilogy, leaves players with more questions than answers. The demo introduces new party members Cid Highwind and Vincent Valentine, showcasing their unique combat abilities, and hints at deeper narrative mysteries surrounding Sephiroth and Jenova.
Tango Into The Dance Of Death With Phantom Blade Zero At A Pre-Order Discount
Phantom Blade Zero, an action RPG, is available for pre-order at a discounted price of $55.79 / £46.49 on Fanatical, offering a Steam key. The game features fast-paced combat that blends offense and defense, and players take on the role of an assassin framed for murder. This deal is presented as a way to save money while supporting the developers.
Popular PS5 Warhammer Action Game Gets Massive 75% Discount on PlayStation Store
Focus Entertainment is offering a significant 75% discount on Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 for PlayStation 5, making it available for $17.49 until October 22, 2026. The game, developed by Saber Interactive, is a third-person shooter with hack-and-slash elements and has received generally positive reviews.
