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Splatoon Raiders overview trailer released
Nintendo has released a new five-minute overview trailer for Splatoon Raiders, showcasing gameplay features and mechanics. The trailer highlights the role of a mechanic working with the musical trio Deep Cut to raid the Spirhalite Islands, collect loot to power up characters and weapons, and fend off enemies. The game supports online and local co-op for up to four players and will be available on Nintendo Switch on Thursday, July 23.
Splatoon Raiders Review – A treasure trove of splatting and looting
Splatoon Raiders shifts the focus from multiplayer to a solo looter-shooter experience where players pilot a chopper for the pop idol trio Deep Cut, hunting for treasure in the Spirhalite Islands. The game features familiar Salmonid enemies and Splatoon weapons with a new scavenged aesthetic, offering deep customization through Ink Tanks, gadgets, and relics. While primarily a single-player game, it supports local and online co-op for its challenging endgame content.
Splatoon Raiders review - salmon fishy going on
Splatoon Raiders adapts the popular Salmon Run co-op mode into a primarily single-player experience for the Nintendo Switch, but struggles to justify its existence with minimal new ideas and a lack of compelling story. While the core Salmon Run gameplay remains enjoyable, especially with optional online co-op, the linear levels and repetitive structure make it a slight and unnecessary diversion that fails to innovate.
Splatoon Raiders Review
Splatoon Raiders is an action RPG praised for its deep customization and challenging battles. The game offers a well-designed experience for players seeking engaging gameplay.
Fallout 3 is a masterpiece and I hope the remaster comes to Switch 2
The author expresses a strong desire for the confirmed Fallout 3 remaster to be released on the Nintendo Switch 2, citing it as a preferred entry over Fallout 4. They hope for enhanced features like reduced loading times and an improved inventory system, believing the game would be a perfect fit for the handheld console, especially with the recent success of the Fallout TV series.
Splatoon Raiders review: Squid marks the spot
Splatoon Raiders offers a fun, albeit somewhat shallow, looter-shooter experience on the Nintendo Switch, featuring familiar Splatoon mechanics and charming characters. While the core gameplay loop of treasure hunting and combat is engaging, the game suffers from repetitive level design and enemy variety, making it feel less ambitious than its potential. It shines brightest in co-op with friends, providing short, entertaining sessions.
The Best Indie Of 2026 Blends Deep Rock Galactic And Red Dead Redemption For A Chaotic Co-Op Experience
Far Far West blends the co-op gameplay of Deep Rock Galactic with a supernatural Wild West theme, offering chaotic bounty-hunting expeditions. Players earn gold and souls to strengthen characters and unlock new weapons and abilities, with magic combos adding depth to the gunplay. The game captures the spirit of Deep Rock Galactic while offering a distinct action-focused experience, making it a standout indie title even in early access.
Dinolords blandar RTS, stadsbygge och actionrollspel med dinosaurier
Dinolords, developed by Northplay, is an upcoming game that blends Real-Time Strategy, city building, and action RPG elements with a focus on dinosaurs. The game is set to enter early access this year and is currently undergoing a closed alpha test. Dinosaurs will play a role in both combat and city development.
Wo Long Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition Heads to Nintendo Switch 2 This September | Invision Game Community
KOEI TECMO Europe and Team NINJA have announced that Wo Long Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3, 2026. This edition includes the base game, all major expansions, endgame content, collaboration packs, and exclusive bonuses for the Nintendo Switch 2. The article also confirms that Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember is planned for an early 2027 release on multiple platforms.
A new Elder Scrolls is still years away, but this fun Arthurian Skyrim clone is 50% off right now
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon, an open-world first-person RPG inspired by Arthurian legend, is currently 50% off on Steam. The game, which launched last year after early access, features exploration, crafting, and morally ambiguous choices. A recent patch added new items, graphics options, armor sets, and a romance option.
Halo: Campaign Evolved, Mistfall Hunter and Hell is Us Headline Wave 2 of Game Pass in July
Xbox is adding several notable titles to Game Pass in the latter half of July, including the remake Halo: Campaign Evolved and the action-adventure Hell is Us. Mistfall Hunter, a PvEvP Souls-like, and the pirate-themed city builder Corsair Cove are also set to debut. The article also previews upcoming games for August and lists titles leaving the service at the end of July.
Path of Exile devs want it to be easier for new players, but still won't let you skip its 20-hour campaign every league—at least not yet: 'It feels very wrong to me'
Grinding Gear Games developers have stated that they will not implement a campaign skip for Path of Exile or Path of Exile 2, despite frequent player requests. Game director Mark Roberts believes completing the campaign is integral to the player's connection with their character and the overall game experience. While some systems have been updated to improve the new player experience, the lengthy campaign remains a core, non-skippable element.
Path of Exile co-creator Chris Wilson says hardcore Diablo 2 players want "arbitrary" speed breakpoints because they can't resist ARPG optimization
Path of Exile co-creator Chris Wilson explains that hardcore Diablo 2 players enjoy optimizing characters around 'arbitrary' speed breakpoints in action RPGs. He argues that these specific thresholds for attack speed, cast speed, and hit recovery are a key part of the genre's appeal for dedicated players, who often create spreadsheets to maximize their builds.
The Xbox Characters That Defined 25 Years of Gaming
This article examines the iconic characters that have defined Xbox's 25-year history, from Master Chief and Marcus Fenix to Minecraft Steve and Ori. These characters represent the evolution of Xbox from a console newcomer to a multi-platform gaming brand, highlighting shifts in game design, company acquisitions, and the importance of personality in brand identity.
It’s Time We Admit That Hades Isn’t Supergiant’s Best Game About Temperamental Gods
This article argues that Supergiant Games' earlier title, Bastion, offers a more profound exploration of devotion and faith than its later, more popular game, Hades. While Hades features gods prominently, Bastion's mechanics and narrative are presented as a more complex and realistic depiction of religious practice and sacrifice. The comparison highlights how Bastion's approach to divine patronage and its protagonist's relationship with the gods creates a more compelling and thematically rich experience.
Splatoon Raiders: What Busy Adults Need to Know Before July 23
Splatoon Raiders, a new exclusive for the Nintendo Switch 2 launching July 23, removes competitive multiplayer in favor of a treasure-hunting loot game experience. Players take on the role of a mechanic hired by Deep Cut to explore islands, battle Salmonids, and collect loot, with a focus on accessible gameplay and persistent progression. The game will cost $49.99 digitally and $59.99 physically, and while it supports online co-op, it lacks split-screen functionality.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok Switch 2 Review
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok offers an expansive DLC with new missions, characters, and modes, now available on the Nintendo Switch 2. While the Switch 2 version experiences visual downgrades and targets 30fps compared to the PlayStation 5's 60fps, the core gameplay loop remains highly engaging. The expansion introduces new endgame content like the Conflux roguelike mode and Summons, providing significant value for returning players.
Phantom Blade Zero Hands-on Preview - A tantalising taste
Phantom Blade Zero is a wuxia action RPG from Chinese studio S-Game, featuring fast-paced, combo-driven combat described as "kung-fu punk." While it shares some structural similarities with Souls-like games, its combat is more aggressive and fluid, akin to Ninja Gaiden. The game will launch on October 29 for PlayStation 5 and PC, offering adjustable difficulty options and a deep combat system with swappable weapons.
Echoes of Aincrad Review – Sword Art Offline
Echoes of Aincrad, an action-RPG developed by Game Studio Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, is a disappointing experience that fails to live up to its potential. Despite a serviceable combat and progression system and a strong anime art style, the game suffers from atrocious pacing, weak narrative, bland level design, and frustrating design choices, making it difficult to recommend even to fans of Sword Art Online.
Games Inbox: What new Fallout game will be the best?
Readers discuss the future of the Fallout franchise, expressing excitement for potential remasters and a sequel to Fallout: New Vegas, while also lamenting the long wait for new entries. The conversation touches on Microsoft's influence, studio management, and the broader state of game development and preservation.
