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Spellbound Studios Kicks Off the First Playtest for Shattered Realms
Spellbound Studios has launched a playtest for their upcoming PC title, Shattered Realms, on Steam. This roguelite action RPG is set in a fantasy world shattered into corrupted chunks, where players take on the role of Guardians fighting through procedurally generated realms. The playtest precedes the game's demo and early access phases, offering a glimpse into its combat, loot, and progression systems.
Stranger Than Heaven Is A Yakuza Prequel With A Star-Studded Cast
Stranger Than Heaven, a prequel to the Yakuza/Like A Dragon series, was revealed with a new presentation showcasing its gameplay and story. The game follows Makoto Daito across 50 years and five distinct periods in Japan's history, featuring a star-studded cast including Yu Shirota, Snoop Dogg, and Tori Kelly. It will be available on Xbox Game Pass this winter.
Most Anticipated Video Games of 2026 and Their Respective Release Schedules
The video game landscape for 2026 is shaping up with highly anticipated titles across various genres. Key releases include Fable, LEGO Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight, Resident Evil Requiem, 007 First Light, Marvel's Wolverine, and Grand Theft Auto 6, with expected launch windows ranging from February to Autumn 2026.
Hades 2 Review – God Tier Roguelike Action
Hades 2 is a masterfully crafted roguelike from Supergiant Games that expands upon its predecessor with more content and flashier action, though it is less focused. The game follows Melinoe, sister of Zagreus, as she battles the titan Chronos. While the core gameplay loop remains, Melinoe introduces new combat mechanics and abilities, and the game features a vast amount of dialogue and progression systems, offering a larger, albeit sometimes messier, experience than the original.
Indie Selects for May 2026: Big Moments, Bold Games
Xbox highlights a curated selection of indie games available in May 2026, featuring titles across various genres. The featured games include the cartoon-style first-person shooter Mouse: P.I. for Hire, the narrative RPG Dosa Divas, the co-op horror game Content Warning, the musical RPG People of Note, the stock market sim Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator, and the survival game Icarus: Console Edition.
Neverness to Everness has charmed me with its wacky cast but there's no way it becomes my gacha mainstay
Neverness to Everness offers a charming cast and quirky adventures, but ultimately fails to become a mainstay gacha game due to its repetitive open-world activities and mandatory level-gating. While the combat and character interactions are engaging, the reliance on stale mini-games to progress the story and unlock content diminishes the long-term appeal.
Online Multiplayer Action RPG Farever Now Available in Early Access on Steam
Farever, an online multiplayer action RPG from Shiro Games, has launched in Early Access on PC via Steam for $19.99. The game features a vast fantasy open world with co-op gameplay, multiple classes, and a deep gear progression system. Shiro Games plans to evolve the title with community feedback throughout its Early Access period.
Even Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred's blue items are selling for billions, thanks to Horadric Cube crafting
The Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred expansion introduces the Horadric Cube, a crafting tool that has significantly impacted the in-game economy. Even blue-rarity magic items with desirable affixes are now selling for billions of gold, a stark contrast to the previous focus on high-rarity Legendaries and Uniques. This change makes lower-tier items valuable as bases for powerful endgame gear.
Solo Gamer's 2026 Playbook: 15 Games Worth Playing | TAG
This guide highlights 15 games in 2026 that are ideal for solo players, emphasizing experiences with no multiplayer pressure or mandatory online components. The list includes titles ranging from short narrative adventures like What Remains of Edith Finch to expansive RPGs like Baldur's Gate 3 and Elden Ring, catering to various playtimes and preferences. It also provides principles for choosing games that respect solo play, such as avoiding battle passes and prioritizing offline compatibility.
Daedalus' World news - Blood Rush
Blood Rush has received a significant update, introducing a new area called the third circle, a new boss, new enemies, weapons, NPCs, and features like a weapon wall and an expanded codex. The game is now available on Steam, and its price has been increased to reflect the added content and ongoing development as an Early Access title.
Diablo IV Lord of Hatred campaign review — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
The Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred campaign is a satisfying conclusion that significantly improves upon the weaker Vessel of Hatred expansion. It effectively revisits the lore and characters, delivering a compelling narrative with strong twists and emotional investment. While the base game had pacing issues in its second half, Lord of Hatred provides a much-needed payoff, showcasing Blizzard's strength in cinematics and world-building.
Diablo In Diablo 4? It Could Still Be A While (Or Possibly Never)
The Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred expansion concludes the current storyline, but the next major antagonist is likely to be Baal, the Lord of Destruction, rather than Diablo himself, based on lore and prophecies. While Diablo's return is a possibility, it may be reserved for a future installment like Diablo 5, especially given the oracle's prophecy suggesting his return would not occur in the current lifetime.
Best spells to use in Far Far West
This guide details the best spells to use in Far Far West, focusing on those that are powerful on their own and can create effective combos. It highlights spells like Bandito, Portal, Fireball, Ritual, Wisp, and Rain, explaining their individual strengths and potential synergies. The article also touches on the importance of spell selection based on player builds and the game's early access status.
Multiplayer kaiju action game BeastLink looks like it has potential
BeastLink is a new multiplayer action game from Grove Street Games that combines humans, vehicles, and massive kaiju in fully destructible cities. Players can transform into various beasts, deploy vehicles, and utilize a "SuperDestruction" system to level entire urban environments. The game is set to enter Early Access in Summer 2026 and will feature large-scale battles for up to 32 players.
A Brief History Of James Bond Video Games
This article chronicles the history of James Bond video games, tracing the spy's evolution from early text-based adventures to modern first-person shooters and open-world titles. It highlights key games like Goldeneye 007 and discusses the varying success of the franchise across different platforms and eras.
THQ Nordic Announces Open-World APRG 'Gothic III Classic' For Switch 2
THQ Nordic has announced that Gothic III Classic, an open-world action RPG originally released in 2006, will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on November 24, 2026, for 29.99€. This release follows previous classic versions of Gothic and Gothic II on the original Switch. The game features a vast open world, advanced AI, and a dynamic combat system, with the Community Patch 1.75 and gameplay improvements integrated.
Mina the Hollower Launches on May 29th
Yacht Club Games has announced that Mina the Hollower will launch on May 29th for $19.99 across multiple platforms including Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. The game's release was previously delayed from October 31st for additional polish, a period during which the studio also underwent staff layoffs and paused development on a 3D Shovel Knight title to focus on Mina the Hollower's success.
The Blood of Dawnwalker – 15 Things That Make It Worth Watching
Rebel Wolves' debut title, The Blood of Dawnwalker, is set to release in September 2026 and offers a unique take on vampires with a focus on player choice and approach. Players can switch between human and vampiric forms, each with distinct abilities and skill trees, impacting combat and exploration in the open world of Vale Sangora. The game features a dynamic antagonist, Brencis, who reacts to player actions, and a narrative that weaves together various stories with tangible world consequences.
Dead as Disco Promises Infinite Disco Upgrades, New Boss This Summer Ahead of 1.0 Launch in 2027
Brain Jar Games Inc. has outlined its update roadmap for Dead as Disco, which is currently in Early Access. The developer plans to release three major updates between June and the end of Summer, introducing new bosses, fashion upgrades, and 'Infinite Disco' features. The game features Free Flow-inspired combat and is expected to launch its 1.0 version in 2027.
If This PS5 Kaiju Game Doesn't Drop to 10fps, Then Frankly the Dev Has Failed
Grove Street Games has announced BeastLink, a new online multiplayer game featuring humans, vehicles, and colossal kaiju battling in fully destructible cities. The game promises unprecedented scale and a new destruction technology called SuperDestruction. An early access release is planned for summer, with a PlayStation 5 launch to follow, and a closed beta test for PC players starting May 8th.
