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Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember isn't just a sequel - it's a culmination of everything Team Ninja has learned from Nioh, Ninja Gaiden, and Dead or Alive
Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember builds upon the foundations of its predecessor and Team Ninja's other titles like Nioh and Ninja Gaiden, offering a more fluid and vertical combat experience. The sequel introduces new mechanics and a steeper learning curve, promising a more rewarding challenge for players. A demo is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
Wo Long 2: Wings Of Ember Made Me Rethink My Relationship With Soulslikes
A hands-on preview of Wo Long 2: Wings Of Ember reveals significant improvements over its predecessor, particularly its open-world structure and more approachable combat tutorials. The game retains its fast-paced martial arts combat but offers more freedom for exploration and player progression, making it surprisingly engaging for players who typically struggle with the Soulslike genre.
Experiencing BlizzCon 2026 and the returns of Starcraft, Diablo, and Warcraft
Blizzard Entertainment celebrated the return of BlizzCon with numerous announcements, including World of Warcraft: Forever, a new Starcraft open-world shooter, Diablo 5, and updates for Warcraft 3 and Overwatch. The event also highlighted the company's integration as a Microsoft subsidiary and celebrated anniversaries for Overwatch and Diablo.
Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember is Out on March 4th, 2027, But You Can Play Its Alpha Now
Team Ninja's action RPG Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember is set to launch on March 4th, 2027, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. A Standard Edition will cost $69.99, with a Digital Deluxe Edition at $99.99 including two story DLCs. An alpha demo showcasing character creation, combat, and co-op is available now until September 30th.
Final Fantasy Resonance Shows Off Gilgamesh’s Imposing Presence In New Trailer
A new trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance showcases the character Gilgamesh, who appears to have lost his memories and presents a formidable challenge. The trailer suggests a collaborative party effort to defeat him, with a hint of his past companions appearing. The game launches on October 22nd for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch, with a demo available now.
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Trailer Teases Greater Threats and a Returning Boss
Capcom has released a new trailer for the upcoming Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen expansion, which is set to launch on October 9th and will also debut on the Nintendo Switch. The trailer teases the story, including the return of the Fallen Dragon and the appearance of the Evil Eye boss from the original game. The expansion promises over 25 hours of content, new challenges, and a Hard Mode difficulty.
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance Adds Teostra, Set Years After the Base Game’s Story
Capcom showcased Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, confirming the return of Teostra and revealing that the story takes place years after the base game. The expansion, launching in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, will feature new monsters like Gundoraja and introduce quality-of-life improvements. Producer Ryozo Tsujimoto discussed the trailer and confirmed live gameplay at Tokyo Game Show.
Popular PS5 RPG Spin-Off Is Out Today on PlayStation Store
RuneScape: Dragonwilds has launched its 1.0 build today on the PlayStation Store, PC, and Xbox Series X/S, with a Nintendo Switch release planned. This spin-off moves away from the MMORPG format, focusing on resource gathering, crafting, and combat in a new setting called Ashenfall. The launch version includes a complete combat system overhaul and new story content, with a Standard Edition priced at $29.99.
Diablo Discussion w/Devs: Diablo V, Season of Hell’s Legacy, and The Amazon | Official XBOX Podcast
Developers from Blizzard Entertainment discuss major Diablo announcements at BlizzCon, including Diablo V, Season 15 of Diablo IV, and the upcoming Amazon class. The team highlights the game's evolution, player reception, and the creative process behind new content and future installments.
Xbox Game Pass Gets 12 More Games In September
Microsoft has announced 12 new games coming to Xbox and PC Game Pass in September, with some arriving day-one. Titles include Kernel Hearts, Well Dweller, Minecraft Dungeons II, Ninja Gaiden 4, and Dune: Awakening. Several games are also leaving the service on September 30.
Flameseeker Chronicles: Hands on with Guild Wars 2: Visions of Eternity’s finale, Code of Creation
This preview of Guild Wars 2's final update for Visions of Eternity, Code of Creation, details the new underground map Leyspring Hollows, its lore involving the Inquest, and the new meta event. It also highlights new group content like a fractal and raid encounter, and showcases the new legendary sword Wages of Stars.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding a variety of new titles throughout September and October, including Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Several games are also leaving the service on September 30th.
Diablo 5 doesn't have towns or safe zones because you're the safe zone now, buddy: "You and your band of…
Diablo 5 will feature a unique approach to safety zones, with players and their traveling caravan serving as the primary safe havens in a fallen world. Executive producer Matt Zitterman explained that this design choice aligns with the narrative and the game's return to randomized dungeons. The caravan will grow with survivors, becoming a hub for merchants, crafters, and companions, offering deeper storytelling opportunities.
Acclaimed 2023 PS5 RPG 75% Off on PS Store, All DLC Included
The acclaimed 2023 PlayStation 5 action RPG Remnant II Ultimate Edition is available for 75% off on the PlayStation Store until September 24, priced at $20.99. This deal includes all DLC, such as the Elder, Radiant, and Void Armor Sets, and the Survival Pack. The game, a sequel to Remnant: From the Ashes, features co-op gameplay and challenging boss encounters.
Diablo V will have multiplayer, but it sounds like the devs haven’t tied down how it works yet
Diablo V will feature multiplayer, allowing players to experience all content with friends, similar to Diablo IV. However, specific details about how multiplayer will function are still being finalized by the development team and are expected to be revealed closer to the game's 2029 release. The game is set in an apocalyptic Sanctuary with procedurally generated maps.
Diablo 5 Doubles Down On The Darkness, But Hope Still Has A Place In Sanctuary
Diablo 5 will feature a significantly darker and more post-apocalyptic setting than previous entries, with Diablo having already conquered Sanctuary. The game will explore humanity's fall through layered storytelling and visual cues, while still offering a glimmer of hope as players, as the heir to Westmarch, lead survivors to reclaim the land. Blizzard aims to blend the grim atmosphere with themes of survival and eventual victory.
Amid relentless layoffs at Xbox, Fable lead says "so many people" at the company see the RPG as "vital to the DNA of the platform," which "protected us over a long development cycle"
Despite significant layoffs at Xbox and the cancellation of other projects, the upcoming RPG Fable is considered vital to the platform's identity, which has protected its long development cycle. Director Ralph Fulton believes the game is important to video games as a whole, offering a unique combination of elements. Fable is set to release on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5.
Everything we've gleaned about Diablo 5 since its BlizzCon 2026 reveal - a game that appears to be much more than Diablo 4.5
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed details for Diablo 5, scheduled for a spring 2029 release, indicating it will be a significant departure from Diablo 4. Set a century after Diablo 4, the game features a world fully conquered by Diablo, a more compact, procedurally generated landscape, and a focus on story-driven RPG elements with companions serving as vendors. The game will reintroduce features like Runewords and gear sets inspired by Diablo 2, and aims to offer more classes at launch than previous titles.
Review: Onimusha: Way of the Sword (Nintendo Switch 2)
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a triumphant return for the franchise on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering fast-paced action, an engaging story, and sublime visuals. Developed by Capcom using the RE Engine, the game features satisfying combat, creative boss fights, and a compelling narrative centered around Miyamoto Musashi's battle against demonic forces.
Control Resonant: 15 Essential Things to Know
Control Resonant, the sequel to Remedy Entertainment's supernatural action game, shifts focus to Dylan Faden as the new protagonist in a warped Manhattan. The game introduces a shapeshifting melee weapon called The Aberrant, a core combat loop centered around a 'Gap System' for staggering enemies, and new Resonance abilities. It will launch on September 24th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, featuring a larger open-ended city environment and seamless dialogue integration.
