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Mistfall Hunter Withered Knight class build and guide
This guide details how to build and play the Withered Knight class in Mistfall Hunter, focusing on applying burst damage through the Wither ability and executing enemies. It recommends using the Greatsword specialization and specific skills like Radiant Retribution and Breakthrough Charge for optimal damage output.
Playing The Monstrous Feminine: Maggie Robertson on Warlock, and why Shakespeare "is great for games"
Actress Maggie Robertson, known for her roles in Resident Evil Village and Baldur's Gate 3, will star as the witch Tasha in Invoke Studios' upcoming Dungeons & Dragons action-adventure game, Warlock. Robertson discusses how her Shakespearean acting background informs her portrayals of complex, 'monstrous feminine' characters and her unexpected success in the video game industry.
HELLDIVERS 2 x Warhammer 40,000 Legendary Warbond, Launching August 12
HELLDIVERS 2 is launching the Castellan's Creed Legendary Warbond on August 12, featuring gear inspired by Warhammer 40,000's Cadian Kasrkin. This new content includes weapons like the R/40-K Hot-Shot Marksman Rifle and armor sets such as the TG-122 Demo-Trooper. The Warbond can be unlocked with Super Credits or earned medals.
Mistfall Hunter Review – Risk Gives Way to Mist
Mistfall Hunter offers a more approachable take on the extraction genre by softening its traditional frustrations and ensuring progression even after failed expeditions. While its Souls-inspired combat and diverse class system shine, the game's progression becomes overly complex with overlapping systems and multiple currencies. The developer, Bellring Games, has also locked solo players out of the second map, which detracts from the experience despite the game's otherwise solid combat and buildcrafting.
Hell Clock Review | TheXboxHub
Hell Clock is a Diablo-style action RPG with roguelike elements, set in the historical aftermath of the War of Canudos in Brazil. The game features high production values, satisfying combat, and deep build customization, though the endgame can become a grind. It offers a refreshing historical setting distinct from typical European fantasy ARPGs.
8 minuters gameplay från Stalker 2: Cost of Hope
GSC Game World has released an 8-minute gameplay preview of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, showcasing the Iron Forest and the actual power plant areas. The footage highlights combat against mutated creatures, new weapons, and a narrative choice involving the Duty and Freedom factions. The game is set to release on August 20.
BALL x PIT hits 2 million sales as its final free update lands – and The Escapist still can’t escape it
Devolver Digital announced that BALL x PIT has sold over two million copies across all platforms. The game's final free content update, The Naturalist Update, has also been released, adding new characters, balls, and passive abilities. The update is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and mobile.
Iron Man to Ark 2: 15 announced games which have disappeared into the ether
This article highlights 15 announced video games that have seemingly disappeared into development hell, with no substantial news or release dates for years. Titles like Star Wars Eclipse, Little Devil Inside, and Beyond Good & Evil 2 are discussed as examples of games stuck in limbo, some technically not cancelled but facing significant development challenges or prolonged silence, raising concerns about their eventual release.
The Stream Team: Controlling the Chaos in Wayfinder
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie will be live streaming her gameplay of Wayfinder tonight at 8:00 p.m. EDT. She will be continuing the story, titled 'Controlling the Chaos,' and exploring market row to acquire new weapons. Past streams and videos are available on their channel.
Diablo 4's newest class barely made a splash with Lord of Hatred, but it's shaping up to be king of the next…
The Warlock class in Diablo 4, initially underpowered upon its release with the Lord of Hatred expansion, is receiving significant buffs in the upcoming season. These changes aim to make the class competitive and address clunky skill mechanics, with PTR testing showing Warlocks capable of clearing the hardest content even with unoptimized gear.
"If FromSoftware released the full Dark Souls design document, no one would be debating the lore": Creator of one of the highest-rated new roguelikes on Steam says hands-off storytelling was key
Solo developer YuWave discusses the narrative design of their successful roguelike, Demon Lord: Just a Block, highlighting the effectiveness of hands-off storytelling inspired by games like Dark Souls and Hades. The game's approach of using short, punchy text and fragmented lore has resonated with players, leading to overwhelmingly positive reviews on Steam.
Nintendo's live-action Legend of Zelda movie reportedly casts Young Rock star Uli Latukefu as main villain…
Australian actor Uli Latukefu has reportedly been cast as Ganondorf in Nintendo's live-action Legend of Zelda movie, with Benjamin Evan Ainsworth and Bo Bragason set to play Link and Princess Zelda, respectively. The film, directed by Wes Ball, is planned as the first in a potential trilogy and is scheduled for release on April 30, 2027.
Mistfall Hunter når 1 miljon spelare, men betygen ser inte jättebra ut
Mistfall Hunter, an extraction action RPG from Bellring Games, has reached over one million players, though its Steam reviews are mixed. Players cite issues with AI difficulty, looting, latency, class balance, and game crashes. The developers have released a roadmap for upcoming content and are preparing a stability patch.
Marble Souls dares to ask what would happen if the bloke from Dark Souls got stuck in a physics-driven ball, and it's out this year
Stuffed Wombat announced Marble Souls, a physics-driven action RPG inspired by Dark Souls, for PC with a planned release before the end of 2026. Players control a "Dark Soulsy bloke" trapped in a ball, exploring an open world, collecting souls to upgrade stats, and finding shortcuts rather than battling traditional bosses.
Onimusha: Way Of The Sword hands-on preview – another successful Capcom reboot
Capcom is reviving the Onimusha series with Onimusha: Way of the Sword, a reboot built on the RE Engine. The game features deep, visually spectacular combat inspired by samurai mythology and historical Japan, with players controlling the heroic samurai Musashi. It will be released on September 4, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
I worried Onimusha: Way of the Sword would be too easy, then got my ass beat by a many-limbed demon
Despite initial concerns that Onimusha: Way of the Sword might be too easy, a hands-on preview revealed a challenging combat system that requires mastery of parries, deflections, and counters. The game features a revival of the hack and slash series with a new depiction of Musashi Miyamoto and a story involving chaos demons overwhelming the Oni. The combat system, which includes distinct mechanics for parries, deflections, and clashes, is central to the experience and offers a satisfying difficulty curve.
Fear not, samurai masochists, Onimusha: Way of the Sword's flashiness hasn't replaced its challenge
Onimusha: Way of the Sword aims to blend the methodical combat of its predecessors with modern action game sensibilities, featuring a behind-the-back camera and enhanced environmental interactions. The game stars a protagonist modeled after actor Toshiro Mifune, and while it retains challenging Soulslike elements like parrying, it also incorporates more traditional action-adventure mechanics and a story mode difficulty option. The title is set to release on September 4th, with a demo currently available on Steam.
Big Walk has dethroned Forza Horizon 6 as top rated game of 2026
The indie game Big Walk has claimed the top spot as the highest-rated game of 2026 on Metacritic, surpassing titles like Forza Horizon 6 and Mina The Hollower. Launched on August 4 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, Big Walk's PC version currently holds a score of 94 based on 19 reviews. The article also notes other contenders and the lowest-rated games of the year so far.
Det köttiga actionrollspelet Crimson Moon släpps den 1 september
The action RPG Crimson Moon, where players control a hybrid of angel and human to fight demons, will be released on September 1st for PC, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5. The game features turn-based combat, permanent equipment unlocks, and character development, with options for both single-player and cooperative play.
Fun 2022 PS5 RPG 90% Off on PlayStation Store, DLC Included
Tiny Tina's Wonderlands: Next-Level Edition, a 2022 action RPG and first-person shooter, is available for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 at a 90% discount on the PlayStation Store until August 13. This cross-buy offer includes the full game, PS5 optimizations, and the Dragon Lord Pack bonus content for $6.99, down from its usual $69.99 price.
