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Saros is a worse game than Returnal in every way and that upsets me - Reader’s Feature
A reader expresses disappointment with Saros, arguing it is inferior to Returnal in almost every aspect, including story, characters, and world design. While acknowledging Saros's action is good, the reader finds its narrative too straightforward and its Lovecraftian influences less compelling than Returnal's. The article suggests Saros may have been made too mainstream, leading to its perceived shortcomings compared to the PlayStation 5 exclusive Returnal.
Diablo 2 players made nearly 2 million warlocks in a single month
Blizzard Entertainment's 26-year-old game Diablo 2 saw a surge in popularity following the addition of the warlock class in its first expansion in 25 years. Between February 11 and March 11, players created nearly 2 million warlocks and collectively played the expansion for over 93 million hours. Lead producer Matthew Cederquist noted the rapid player engagement with new builds and guides.
First Major Update for PS5's NTE Will Let You Mute Its Worst Character
The first major update for the free-to-play open-world game NTE, developed by Hotta Studio, will be released on June 3rd. The update introduces the ability to mute the character Taygedo, a Porsche collaboration featuring the 918 Spyder, a new area called Sunward Island, and two new playable characters, Lacrimosa and Chaos. It also adds new gameplay features like an in-game social media feed, a Mario Kart-style racing mode, and an online fighting minigame, alongside various bug fixes and optimizations for controller support.
Black Myth: Wukong Concert Tickets On Sale Now For North American Shows
Tickets are now on sale for the North American stops of the Black Myth: Wukong concert series, featuring a full orchestra performing tracks from the game. The Los Angeles show is scheduled for July 7, 2026, at the Peacock Theater, with various ticket tiers offering different merchandise. The game itself, an action RPG from Game Science, received critical acclaim and won multiple awards in 2024.
Neverness to Everness version 1.1 update ‘Dreamwalk Corridor’ launches June 3
The free-to-play supernatural urban open-world action RPG Neverness to Everness is launching its version 1.1 update, titled 'Dreamwalk Corridor', on June 3. This update introduces new content and features to the game.
Diablo 2 Season 14 brings WASD support and Warlock nerfs designed to enhance "mechanical awkwardness"
Diablo 2 Resurrected Season 14 introduces WASD support and significant balance changes, particularly for the new Warlock class. Blizzard has also refined controller support and adjusted Terror Zones for more rewarding loot drops. These updates aim to enhance gameplay mechanics and address community feedback from PTR testing.
Six essential Lego Batman sets you should check out if Legacy of the Dark Knight has you in the mood to build
This article recommends six essential Lego Batman sets for fans of the new video game, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. It highlights both new and older sets, with a particular focus on the Arkham Asylum set as a compelling option for its diorama style and inclusion of iconic characters.
Something for the Bank Holiday Weekend – 23/05/26
This week's news includes the end of Destiny 2 development and major layoffs at Bungie, alongside the 10th Warhammer Skulls event. PlayStation State of Play will feature Wolverine, and new titles like Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV and F1 25 DLC were announced. Embracer is splitting, and Sony's single-player games will no longer release on PC.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (23rd May)
Several Nintendo Life staff members share their weekend gaming plans, including titles like Indiana Jones, Tales of Arise, and Mario Kart World. The article also touches on new mobile game announcements, trading card game scalping issues, and performance boosts on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Upcoming ARPG The Dark West Shows Off Gritty Gunslinger Combat in New Teaser Trailer - GameHaunt
Black Hand has released a new teaser trailer for their upcoming action RPG, The Dark West, showcasing its blend of gunslinging combat and gothic horror set in a grim Old West. The game is confirmed for PC via Steam, with no console versions announced yet. The trailer highlights fast-paced gunplay mixed with brutal melee attacks against cursed outlaws and twisted monsters.
Ranking the Zelda games on Nintendo Switch from best to worst
This article ranks all main series The Legend of Zelda games available on the Nintendo Switch, from best to worst. It also briefly discusses spin-off titles like Hyrule Warriors and Cadence of Hyrule. The ranking places The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild at the top, followed closely by The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide Adds Skitarii Class on June 23
Fatshark announced that the Skitarii class will be added to Warhammer 40,000: Darktide on June 23, 2026, for $11.99. This Adeptus Mechanicus class introduces new weapons, customization options, and a unique talent tree. The update also includes a new Expedition area, quality-of-life improvements, and bug fixes.
My incredibly late list of the 10 best games of 2025 - Reader's Feature
A reader has compiled a late list of their top 10 games from 2025, highlighting titles across various genres. Despite industry challenges, the year proved to be strong for gaming, with standout titles including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Hades 2, and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.
CLASH: Heroes of Feralia Terra – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
CLASH: Heroes of Feralia Terra is a third-person action RPG where players combine melee combat, ranged weapons, tactical gadgets, and primal abilities to fight cosmic horrors. The game features evolving combat styles tied to animal lineage and takes place in corrupted environments. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Where Winds Meet Showcases The Imperial Palace Gameplay Ahead of May 28 Release
A new trailer for Where Winds Meet: The Imperial Palace showcases gameplay ahead of its May 28 release. The expansion features new content including a martial arts cat, a slap contest, fishing, and formidable foes. The trailer highlights the challenging combat and potential rewards for players.
Stylish vampire boomer shooter Blood High! now available
Indie developer ALLAF GAMES has released Blood High!, a stylish boomer shooter featuring a headless vampire protagonist. Players can shoot blood as ammo, execute enemies, and enter a 'Blood High Mode' for extreme speed. The game is available on PC via Steam with a 10% launch discount.
'The Most Important Thing Is People Can Play at Launch': Gothic PS5 Remake Misses the Mark with Mandated Download
Early physical copies of the PlayStation 5 remake of Gothic 1 require a mandatory day one download of around 5GB to be playable offline, despite the packaging not indicating this. Developer Alkimia Interactive stated the download ensures players can experience the game at launch, but concerns have been raised about game preservation and the implications of requiring updates for offline play.
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred player finds "theoretically infinite" treasure goblin hack to spawn so much loot that…
A new exploit discovered in Diablo 4's Lord of Hatred expansion allows players to spawn thousands of treasure goblins, potentially overwhelming the game's loot system. The exploit involves a specific combination of the War Plans feature, Gauntlet node, and timing with shrine buffs to create a chain reaction of goblin respawns. While this method can generate immense amounts of loot, it also risks causing the game to delete items due to system overload.
Path of Exile 2 releases patch notes for next week’s Return of the Ancients update
Grinding Gear Games has released detailed patch notes for the upcoming Return of the Ancients update for Path of Exile 2's early access. The update includes the Runes of Aldur league, an endgame overhaul called Origins of Divinity, new atlas layers, three storylines, and the integration of Fate of the Vaal into the core game. The patch also features adjustments to character damage, new unique items, and numerous updates to ascendancies, passive trees, skills, and items, launching on Friday, May 29th.
I couldn't love Dark Souls or Bloodborne, but Phantom Blade Zero is the action RPG I wanted them to be
Despite not being a Soulslike, Phantom Blade Zero shares many visual and environmental similarities with the genre, but differentiates itself with fast-paced, combo-driven combat and more forgiving gameplay. The author found the game's approach to be more accessible and enjoyable than traditional Soulslikes, offering the worldbuilding and storytelling without the punishing difficulty.
