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Mortal Shell 2 Unstable Stone Guide - Unstable Stone Location
This guide for Mortal Shell 2 details how to acquire the Unstable Stone accessory, a useful item that provides splash damage after hitting an enemy five times. The stone is found in a hidden chest within Castigator's Keep, west of the beacon, requiring players to break an enchantment on a stone foundation to reveal it. The Unstable Stone is compatible with specific weapons like the Caged Hystrix and Forgotten Crossbow.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Sells 1 Million Units
Rebel Wolves' debut title, The Blood of Dawnwalker, has sold over 1 million copies worldwide across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The action RPG, developed by former CD Projekt Red veterans, also achieved a peak of over 64,000 concurrent players on Steam, with an 80% positive user review rating, despite some criticism regarding technical issues.
Control Resonant Features 60 FPS Performance Mode on Consoles, “Plays Well” on PS5 Pro
Remedy has confirmed that Control Resonant will feature a 60 FPS Performance Mode on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, with an option to choose between performance and quality modes. While the PS5 Pro version is optimized and "plays well," specific details on resolution and performance are still forthcoming. The game is set to launch on September 24th for consoles and PC.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – September 2026 round-up
This September 2026 round-up highlights new mobile game releases for iOS and Android, including Lara Croft And The Temple Of Osiris, the free update for Ball x Pit, and the puzzle game Servant Of The Lake. Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor receives a paid expansion, while Chillquarium offers a relaxing idle experience. Galactic Outlaw: Tower Defence is criticized for its microtransactions and lack of engaging gameplay.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword’s Combat Is Doing A Lot of Heavy Lifting
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a strong revival with excellent combat mechanics, but its surrounding elements like story and exploration fall short. While the game's combat, including Issen and parrying, is universally praised and contributes to memorable boss fights, the hub world and side quests lack variety and depth. Despite these shortcomings, the game is considered a worthy return for the series, with its core gameplay loop being its greatest strength.
Stellar Blade interview: dev on bringing the game to Nintendo Switch 2, adoration for Zelda: Breath of the Wild, more
Shift Up's DongKi Lee discusses the upcoming Stellar Blade: Complete Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, detailing technical optimizations and the use of DLSS and FSR 3.1 for a target of 60 frames per second. Lee also expresses admiration for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, which inspired him to work on console games.
Crimson Deserts’ Story Expansion Is Making the Base Game Feel Like Just the Beginning
The expansion 'Charting The Unknown' for Crimson Desert is transforming the action RPG by introducing new gameplay mechanics and activities, rather than just adding content. It expands exploration to underwater areas with new ships and diving gear, and introduces a more granular base-building system that integrates with companion activities. This approach aims to evolve the player experience and add depth to the existing world and its characters.
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance Trailers Showcase Hammer and Light Bowgun Boosted Actions
Capcom has released new trailers for Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, detailing the new Boost Bracer mechanics for the Hammer and Light Bowgun. These additions offer enhanced mobility and offensive capabilities for players. The game is set to release in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Fleshgrinder – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Fleshgrinder is an isometric post-apocalyptic Action-RPG where players must stop a planetary extinction event by harvesting infected populations, looting equipment, and interacting with NPCs. The game features distinct operative classes, over thirty randomized weapons with body-part damage tracking, faction systems, and multiple difficulty settings including hardcore modes with permanent death.
We got a look at RuneScape: Dragonwilds’ console release, here are our thoughts
Jagex provided a preview of RuneScape: Dragonwilds, an open-world action survival spin-off of the MMORPG, designed as an accessible entry point for console players. The game has been in early access since April of last year, with Jagex implementing player feedback. The full launch, scheduled for September 15, will feature a map quadruple the size of the early access version, cross-play across all platforms including Nintendo Switch, and a roughly 30-hour campaign.
38 years of love later, a couple is remaking their Zelda-inspired NES gem and putting it on Steam after learning…
Husband-and-wife duo Reiko and Yukio Horimoto are remaking The Battle of Olympus, a Zelda-inspired NES gem they originally released in 1988. The remake, which preserves the original's spirit and challenge, is set to hit Steam early access in January. The project was inspired by the cult classic's enduring popularity on YouTube.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword starts off slow, but stick with it: You'll be rewarded with some of the best action…
Onimusha: Way of the Sword features a deep and rewarding combat system that shines once players move past its slow introduction. While the initial mechanics are drip-fed and the parry system can feel overused, the game eventually reveals a complex array of defensive and offensive tools that make its combat incredibly satisfying. Despite a slow start, the action RPG is highly recommended for its rewarding gameplay loop.
Famitsu review scores – September 5, 2026 – Orbitals, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, more
Famitsu has released its review scores for the week of August 23, 2026, with Orbitals receiving the highest score of 35/40. Onimusha: Way of the Sword followed closely with 34/40. The reviews highlight detailed anime aesthetics, engaging puzzle-solving, and satisfying combat mechanics across the featured titles.
Control Resonant looks like an exciting action-RPG, but I just want it to mess with my head
Control Resonant, developed by Remedy Entertainment, presents an intriguing action-RPG experience set in a Mold-infested Manhattan. Players control Dylan Faden, who uses a shapeshifting weapon called the Aberrant and must recover health by eliminating enemies. The game, set to release on September 24, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, promises a deep combat system and a fascinating world that plays with the barrier between fiction and reality.
Mortal Shell 2 Review – I Usually Hate Soulslikes, But This One Is Bloody Brilliant | Invision Game Community
Mortal Shell 2 is a brilliant Soulslike that innovates on the genre by removing the stamina bar, leading to more aggressive and fluid combat. The game features a deep Shell system for build variety, expanded exploration, and challenging bosses, all presented with a fantastic dark fantasy aesthetic. Despite minor issues with camera, navigation, and occasional technical rough edges, the sequel is a confident and enjoyable experience that successfully reduces common frustrations of the genre.
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance Drops Exciting Breakdown of the Dual Blades’ Boosted Actions
This article breaks down the Dual Blades' boosted actions in Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, highlighting how the Boost Bracer enhances their combo potential, damage output, and agility. The expansion is set to release in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Intriguing PlayStation 5 Console Exclusive RPG Gets Release Date Window
The PlayStation 5 console-exclusive RPG Daba: Land of Water Scar, developed by Dark Star and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, is set to launch in spring 2027. The game features a post-apocalyptic world where players control Adan, a Clayman tasked with finding water and uncovering secrets. Other upcoming PS5 titles mentioned include Hunter's Moon and Until Dawn 2.
PlayStation 5 Players Can Now Try 2026 Sega RPG for Free
A free demo for the upcoming PlayStation 5 action RPG Stupid Never Dies is now available on the PlayStation Store. Developed by GPTACK50, featuring former Capcom veterans, the demo offers the first two hours of gameplay and allows players to carry over save data. The game, which features a zombie protagonist who gains powers by consuming enemies, is set to officially launch on October 21, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and PC.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword launch trailer – Capcom revitalizes Onimusha with new action game on Nintendo Switch 2
Capcom has released a new trailer for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, coinciding with its launch on platforms including the Nintendo Switch. The game features intense swordplay action set in Edo-period Kyoto, where players battle monstrous Genma using the Oni Gauntlet. The protagonist, Miyamoto Musashi, is modeled after the late samurai movie star Toshiro Mifune.
Let’s Stop Saying “Metroidvania”
This article argues against the continued use of the term "Metroidvania" to describe video game genres. The author contends that the term is too niche and inaccurate, requiring deep knowledge of two specific, decades-old game series. Instead, the piece suggests using more understandable descriptors for games that share characteristics with Metroid and Castlevania.
