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Horizon Hunters Gathering Shows Off Shadow Gameplay Ahead of Its Next Closed Playtest
Horizon Hunters Gathering showcased gameplay featuring the playable Hunter named Shadow, highlighting her sword-based combat against various Machines. The article notes that the game's narrative is canon and expresses hope for Shadow's inclusion in future Horizon titles. The next closed playtest is scheduled from May 22nd to 25th on PC and PlayStation 5.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Guide – 15 Beginners Tips And Tricks You Need to Know
This guide provides 15 beginner tips and tricks for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, focusing on its combat system, gadget usage, and collectibles. It highlights key abilities like Perfect Counter, Concussive Batarang, Focus Slam, and character-specific skills, while also detailing how to find WayneTech Chips, Minikits, and Riddler Trophies.
Loot is too good in co-op RPG Fellowship, so its devs are trying to convince players why making it worse is better
Developers of the early access co-op RPG Fellowship are planning a significant rework of its loot system, aiming to make it less rewarding to encourage deeper player engagement and build variety. The developers believe the current loot is too good and hinders the game's potential as an action RPG. A playtest for these changes is scheduled for May 20, with the full rework planned for Season 3 in June.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales can be more than a HD-2D Zelda-like
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is an action RPG that draws comparisons to classic 2D The Legend of Zelda games with its HD-2D visual style. Players control Elliot and his companion Faie, battling enemies with a variety of weapons and utilizing Faie's abilities in combat and puzzle-solving across different eras. The game also features minigames and a collectible cat quest.
Outward 2’s Early Access release date revealed by devs
Nine Dots Studio has announced that Outward 2 will launch its early access on PC on July 7, 2026. A closed beta for the adventure RPG will begin on May 26. The sequel promises improvements in character creation, storytelling, world design, and combat, building on the original's punishing survival mechanics.
A Fantasy Adventure Combining Hex-Based Tactical Combat and Roguelike Builds
The Steam page for Land of Ruins, a strategy RPG developed by a two-person indie team, is now live. The game combines hex-based tactical combat, roguelike exploration, and deep party-building mechanics, allowing players to recruit heroes and create unique builds. Public playtest recruitment has also begun for the game, which currently supports five languages.
Hands On: The Adventures of Elliot Fixes My Biggest Problem with Square Enix's Modern RPGs
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales aims to address the pacing issues prevalent in many modern Square Enix RPGs, particularly the lengthy and repetitive dialogue scenes found in titles like Octopath Traveler and Triangle Strategy. Based on the prologue demo, the game offers a more satisfying pace, blending action, exploration, and combat in a style reminiscent of The Legend of Zelda, though its high price point raises concerns about its value.
Looks like The Witcher 4 work isn't holding back multiplayer spinoff Project Sirius — it just picked up the narrative lead of one of Destiny 2's best expansions
Kwan Perng, formerly the narrative lead for Destiny 2: The Final Shape, has been appointed as the lead writer for CD Projekt Red's multiplayer Witcher spin-off, Project Sirius. Perng announced his new role on LinkedIn, expressing his immersion in The Witcher universe. This hiring suggests that development on Project Sirius is progressing, even as CD Projekt Red prioritizes The Witcher 4.
Com2uS Holdings Begins Global Early Preview for its Stylish Action RPG, ARES
Com2uS Holdings has launched a global early preview for its stylish action RPG, ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD, available until May 26. This preview allows players worldwide to experience the game, which has been reimagined as a single-player-focused experience. The game is undergoing final polishing for a launch in the second half of the year.
The Adventures of Elliot Prologue Demo on Switch, PS5, Xbox, PC Now
A prologue demo for The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is now available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. This demo allows players to test a portion of the full game, including story and combat elements, with progress that can be carried over. The full game is scheduled for release on June 18, 2026.
The First Descendant Introduces Farming Loop Reorganization, Ultimate Esiemo and Official Update for ‘Onslaught Mode’
NEXON Korea has announced a significant update for The First Descendant, launching May 21, which includes a reorganized farming loop for more intuitive collection of descendants and weapons. The update also introduces the Ultimate Esiemo equipment set, an official version of 'Onslaught Mode' with various improvements based on beta feedback, and new content such as firearms and combat modes. Additionally, monthly balance updates for characters like 'Valby' and a roadmap for future content are detailed.
Square Enix veterans "anticipated" their new JRPG would be compared to Zelda, but say Nintendo didn't inspire it – their own 35-year-old series did
Square Enix veterans developing The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales anticipated comparisons to The Legend of Zelda but state their inspiration comes from their own Mana series. Producer Naofumi Matsushita explained that the team aimed to blend real-time action combat with RPG storytelling, similar to the Mana series, while incorporating their signature HD-2D visual style and a time-travel narrative. A demo is available on Steam, with the full release scheduled for June 18.
The Adventures of Elliot producer comments on Zelda comparisons
The producer of The Adventures of Elliot: Millennium Tales, Naofumi Matsushita, addressed comparisons to The Legend of Zelda series, stating that while he welcomes player feedback, the game's primary inspiration is actually the Mana series, specifically Final Fantasy Adventure. The game is set to launch for the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 17 and recently received a demo.
PC Mash-ter Race: Outward 2 Unveils July 7th Release Date in Spud-tastic Gameplay Trailer
Nine Dots Studio announced that Outward 2 will launch into Early Access on July 7th, 2026, for Windows PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and GOG. The game will feature a full-year seasonal cycle, ritual spellcasting, tactical combat, and two-player split-screen and online co-op. A closed beta will begin on May 26th.
Unearthly - A simple sci-fi ARPG allowing players to create their own alien and power up selected weapons and abilities, coming soon to Steam
Unearthly, a sci-fi Action RPG, is set to release on PC via Steam in late 2026. Players can create unique alien characters with customizable weapons, armor, and abilities. The game features procedurally generated areas, a crystal-based loot system for stat upgrades, and a scalable invasion level that increases difficulty and rewards.
Akiba’s Trip Series Surpasses 1 Million Sales Worldwide
Acquire announced that the Akiba's Trip series has surpassed one million units in worldwide shipments and digital sales, coinciding with its 15th anniversary. The series, which began with Akiba's Trip on PlayStation Portable in 2011, features a unique combat system where players remove enemies' clothing to expose them to sunlight. Later entries like Akiba's Trip: Undead & Undressed were released on multiple platforms including PlayStation 4, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Recension – Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight offers a surprisingly deep and engaging experience, drawing heavy inspiration from the Batman: Arkham series. While it retains Lego's signature charm and humor, the gameplay focuses on methodical combat, stealth, and character progression, moving away from the series' traditional puzzle-solving. Despite some camera issues and occasional bugs, the game successfully blends various Batman iterations into a cohesive and entertaining package.
Realm of Ink Unleashes Explosive New BlazBlue Entropy Effect Character Crossover Trailer Ahead of Launch
Leap Studio and 4Divinity have released a new trailer for Realm of Ink, showcasing the playable character Oread from BlazBlue Entropy Effect. The ink-painted roguelite is set to launch on May 26, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, PC, and Steam. The game features fast-paced combat, Chinese-inspired aesthetics, and a narrative about escaping a written world.
Outward 2 launches in Early Access on July 7
Outward 2, an adventure RPG, is set to launch in Early Access on July 7 for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. Further details regarding the game's features and content are expected closer to the release date.
Kusan: City of Wolves Brings Hyper-Violent Graphic Novel Action to PC and Consoles July 30
Kusan: City of Wolves, a hyper-violent neon-noir action game inspired by graphic novels, will be released digitally on July 30, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by CIRCLEfromDOT and published by PQube, the game features stylish top-down combat, a compelling story, and an adrenaline-fueled soundtrack.
