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Triple-I Initiative Showcase 2026: Castlevania, Dead As Disco, And Every Game Shown
The Triple-I Initiative Showcase featured 40 game announcements, including world premieres and DLC for existing titles. Highlights included new looks at Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Dead as Disco, and Windrose, alongside reveals for games like Final Sentence and Crop. Several titles announced release dates or entered early access, with many coming to PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
One Of The Most Stunning-Looking Games Of The Year Launches In May
Radical Fish Games announced that its upcoming action-RPG, Alabaster Dawn, will launch in early access on PC on May 7. The game features a unique 2.5D art style combining pixel art with a 3D perspective, and will include dungeons, boss fights, an RPG system, and a cooking system. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Is Twisting French Legends Into Nightmare Bosses
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, developed by Evil Empire, will feature classic 2D action-exploration gameplay set in Paris in 1499. The game introduces corrupted French legends, including Joan of Arc, as formidable bosses. It is scheduled for release in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, with preorders for physical editions now open.
Skautfold: Moonless Knight – A Dark, Demanding Chapter
Skautfold: Moonless Knight is a demanding Metroidvania/Action RPG available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. It features tight, skill-driven combat with a refined Guard System and a Lovecraftian horror narrative. The game is seen as a natural evolution of the Skautfold series, learning from previous entries to deliver a focused experience.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection review - Spin-Off Grows Up | TechStomper
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is described as a more mature, mechanically satisfying, and emotionally engaging adventure that builds upon its predecessors. The review highlights its growth from previous installments.
Torii: Beyond The Gates Demo 2 is here!
The second demo for Torii: Beyond The Gates is now available on PC and Mac, featuring the new Magoraka Gate area, new bosses, and significant combat system improvements. Players can experience enhanced parry mechanics, new Dharma and Chakra systems, and additional combo moves. The demo also includes a Bestiary, a world map, new temples, quests, and graphical updates.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection review - Spin-Off Grows Up | TechStomper
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is described as a more mature, mechanically satisfying, and emotionally engaging adventure that builds upon its predecessors. The review highlights the game's growth and improved gameplay elements.
Samson Debuts to “Mixed” Steam Rating as Major Patch Unveiled for April 10th
Liquid Swords' debut title, Samson: A Tyndalston Story, has launched on PC via Steam with a "Mixed" user rating and a Metascore of 53. A major patch is scheduled for April 10th to address performance issues, crashes, and progression blockers, and will also add eight save file slots. The developer is committed to improving the game over time and plans to begin work on console versions after the PC release.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Could Finally Be Revealed on April 16th – Rumor
Rumors suggest Ubisoft will reveal Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on April 16th, with the release potentially not far away. Insiders Tom Henderson and NateTheHate have corroborated the April 16th reveal date. The article also mentions a recent patch for Assassin's Creed Shadows on PlayStation 5.
Morbid Metal Enters Early Access, New Launch Trailer Showcases Frenetic Action
Morbid Metal, the debut title from indie developer SCREEN JUICE, has entered Early Access on PC with a new launch trailer showcasing its fast-paced combat. The game features cyborg warriors, unique abilities, and a world with potential story elements. SCREEN JUICE is offering a 25% discount for a limited time and is gathering player feedback for the upcoming roadmap, which will be revealed on April 17th.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Trailer Showcases More Platforming, Traps, and Gorgeous Visuals
A new trailer for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse was revealed during the Triple-i Initiative Showcase, highlighting its 2D side-scrolling gameplay, platforming mechanics, and visual style. The game, set in 1499 Paris, features Trevor Belmont and his successor using the Vampire Killer for combat and traversal. Unlike previous titles from developer Evil Empire, this entry is a Metroidvania rather than a roguelite.
Starfield PS5 Pro Graphics Analysis – An Excellent Console Port
This analysis examines the graphical performance of Starfield on the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro. The port offers various graphical modes, with Enhanced mode providing a balance of visual detail and stable frame rates. The PS5 Pro version closely matches the visual quality of a high-end PC, making it a strong console experience.
The Relic: First Guardian Has Been Delayed From May 26th Release Date to “Later This Summer”
The action RPG The Relic: First Guardian, developed by Project Cloud Games and published by Perp Games, has been delayed from its original May 26th release date to "later this summer" in 2026. The developers cited the need for additional polish on the ambitious title. The game is also confirmed for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Pre-Orders Appear on Amazon for $79.99
Pre-orders for Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, including the base game and Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, have appeared on Amazon for $79.99, suggesting a potential Nintendo Switch release. The edition includes a game-key card and a full game download of 75 GB. FromSoftware is also reportedly working on a multiplayer title called The Duskbloods, slated for late 2026.
The Diablo 4 Positivity Continues with Promising Lord of Hatred Gameplay Drop
Blizzard Entertainment has released 12 minutes of gameplay for the upcoming Diablo 4 expansion, Lord of Hatred, which launches on April 28th. The footage showcases the expansion's opening sequence and hints at a strong start. The expansion will also include a rework of existing skill trees and major adjustments to endgame activities, alongside the new Warlock class.
Saros Gameplay Touts Corruption Bullets That Will “Devour the Very Floor You Walk on”
Housemarque's upcoming game Saros, launching April 30th for PlayStation 5, builds upon Returnal's gameplay with new mechanics like parrying and 'corruption bullets' that damage players and litter the floor. A new gameplay clip showcases these features, highlighting the game's intense bullet-hell action and progression systems.
Samson review - the poor man’s GTA 6
Samson is a lower-budget indie game attempting to fill the void while players wait for Grand Theft Auto 6. Developed by Liquid Swords, veterans of the Just Cause franchise, the game features a mix of fighting and driving in a crime-focused open world. However, the review criticizes its repetitive missions, simplistic combat, poor writing, and numerous technical glitches, ultimately deeming it a failed attempt at a GTA clone.
Valor Mortis Launches in Fall 2026, New Trailer Showcases More Terrifying Bosses
Valor Mortis, the next game from Ghostrunner developer One More Level, is set to launch in Fall 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The Souls-like title features 19th-century Europe with Napoleon creating an eternal army, and showcases challenging boss encounters alongside traversal mechanics like grappling hooks and time manipulation.
Alabaster Dawn Enters Early Access on May 7th
Alabaster Dawn, the next action RPG from CrossCode developer Radical Fish Games, will launch into Early Access on PC on May 7th. The game features a 2.5D art style, combining puzzle-solving, boss battles, and town restoration with combat inspired by CrossCode, Kingdom Hearts, and Devil May Cry. Early Access is expected to offer 30 to 60 hours of gameplay.
Despite good reviews, The First Berserker Khazan development team reportedly dissolved over disappointing sales just…
The development team behind the action RPG The First Berserker: Khazan has reportedly been dissolved and its members reassigned by parent company Nexon due to disappointing sales. Despite receiving good reviews at launch, the game failed to meet sales targets, with complications in its China release also cited as a factor. Nexon stated that personnel have been moved to other projects, though the future of The First Berserker: Khazan itself remains uncertain.
