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Legendary LucasArts Artist Bill Tiller Stars in Zombies Ate My Neighbors Tribute Interview for Lethal Wedding
Mega Cat Studios released a tribute video interview with veteran artist Bill Tiller, known for his work on LucasArts titles like The Curse of Monkey Island and his cameo in Zombies Ate My Neighbors, in support of the Lethal Wedding Kickstarter. Tiller discusses his approach to Lethal Wedding's horror-inspired box art and his decades-long career in the games industry. Lethal Wedding is set to release on Sega Genesis and PC, with potential releases on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 4 & 5.
Devil May Cry™ 5 Devil Hunter Edition Available Now for the Nintendo Switch™ 2!
Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition is now available on Nintendo Switch 2, featuring the base game, the Vergil playable character DLC, and numerous other cosmetic and gameplay additions. The digital version is available for an introductory price of $29.99 until July 31, 2026, after which it will retail for $39.99.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer expands the universe beyond podracing
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is an upcoming racing game that expands beyond podracing, featuring a story mode with a created character and a racing league across various planets. The game incorporates elements like vehicle customization, quick-time events for boosts, and destructible opponents, drawing inspiration from classic arcade racers and games like Burnout. It will also include a dedicated podracing mode and is set to release on October 6, 2026.
Utvecklarna bakom härligt motbjudande Ill försäkrar att det inte blir för svårt
Team Clout Inc. has addressed concerns that their upcoming game, Ill, will be too difficult. The developers aim to balance survival-horror elements with action, ensuring players manage scarce resources tactically without feeling overly punished or like an unstoppable force. The goal is to provide fun action within a bloody nightmare, avoiding frustrating difficulty.
The Top 10 Best Valve Games
This article lists the 10 best games developed by Valve, highlighting titles such as Half-Life, Portal, and Left 4 Dead. The list aims to rank Valve's most acclaimed titles across various genres.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads Gets Full Version of “Legacy” Track in a New AMV Focused on Cielo
RGG Studio has released a new AMV for Virtua Fighter Crossroads featuring the full theme song "Legacy" by El Gran Nael. The video showcases newcomer Cielo in various combat scenarios, including facing off against returning characters like Pai Chan. The game is slated for release next year, with Sega aiming for a Game of the Year-worthy experience.
'Our game isn't gore porn' says director of game whose trailer features a zombie baby's skull being crushed and someone's eye getting scooped out with a knife
Max Verehin, CEO of Team Clout, defends the graphic content in their upcoming horror game Ill, stating it's not 'gore porn' but aims to evoke emotions similar to Half-Life 2's Ravenholm. He emphasizes the game combines horror and action, focusing on scaring and entertaining players rather than just shocking them. Despite the intense visuals, the game has garnered significant interest, becoming one of Steam's top wishlisted titles, and is slated for a 2027 release.
Chainsaw Man Announces First Official Game, That Too for Mobile!
MAPPA has announced the first official mobile game based on the popular series Chainsaw Man during their 15th-anniversary livestream. The announcement included an introductory movie showcasing high-quality 3D character models and brutal action, featuring characters like Denji, Power, Aki, and Makima. The game is currently referred to as Chainsaw Man Mobile Game and is being developed as a mobile-first title, with an English promotional page launched on X.
Fire Bag Bandit - Free Online Browser Game
Fire Bag Bandit is a comedic, top-down, browser-based sandbox arson simulation game created by happystoner5420 Games!. Players control an arsonist using various tools to set fires to objects in a city while evading law enforcement, balancing chaos with a heat meter mechanic. The game features AI-generated graphics, a combo system for scoring, and a visual novel courtroom sequence upon getting caught.
Smash, Slash, and Shoot in Kusan: City of Wolves With a New Nintendo Switch Demo!
A playable demo for Kusan: City of Wolves is now available on Nintendo Switch, publisher PQube and developer CIRCLEfromDOT announced. The game, featuring hyper-violent graphic novel action, is set to launch on July 30 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The demo allows players to experience the game's fast-paced combat and neo-noir atmosphere before the full release.
Nytt actionladdat gameplay från Control Resonant
A new gameplay preview for Control Resonant showcases Dylan Faden's unique abilities and the Aberrant weapon, which can transform into a drill, nunchucks, or hammer. The sequel to Control, developed by Remedy Entertainment, will be released on September 24 for PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5.
ILL Won’t Make You Feel Like “An Unstoppable Action Hero,” But It Won’t Overtly Punish Either
Team Clout's upcoming survival horror game ILL aims for a challenging but not overly punishing experience, focusing on tactical resource management and scarce, degrading weapons. The developers want players to feel engaged without being unstoppable, balancing survival horror elements with fun action. ILL is currently targeting a 2027 release for PlayStation 5 and PC.
Control Resonant Gameplay Showcases Initial and Intermediate Combat With Mind-Bending Environments
Remedy Entertainment showcased new gameplay for Control Resonant, featuring initial combat with basic abilities and later-game powers like transforming into a hammer. The footage, captured on PlayStation 5, demonstrates mind-bending environments and combat mechanics. Control Resonant is set to release on September 24th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Gears of War: E-Day brings back a feature the series hasn't supported in over 10 years, and The Coalition says…
Gears of War: E-Day, launching October 6, 2026, for PC and Xbox Series X, will feature four-player campaign co-op, a feature not seen in the series for over 10 years. The Coalition is bringing back this mode to reflect the series' core DNA of squad-based storytelling, allowing players to experience the origin of Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago's bromance from multiple perspectives. This ambitious entry will also support two-player split-screen co-op.
Coming Out in gaming this week — June 22, 2026
Several new games are launching this week, including Dark Scrolls, NONEWORLD, and Sand: Raiders of Sophie on June 22nd. Pawsome Resort and Deer & Boy will follow on June 23rd and 24th respectively. Dead or Alive 6: Last Round and Star Fox, a remake of Lylat Wars, are set to release on June 25th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Evening Previews
This IGN preview focuses on the close-quarters combat mechanics of Gungrave G.O.R.E. Blood Heat. The article highlights the game's emphasis on visceral, up-close action.
Shinobi Art of Vengeance comes to Nintendo Switch 2 in September
SEGA has announced that Shinobi Art of Vengeance will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 24th. The game will be available for £25, with both digital and physical Deluxe Editions also offered.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day featurette teases Peter Parker and Frank Castle's "big brother, little brother type…
A new featurette for Spider-Man: Brand New Day highlights the "big brother, little brother" dynamic between Peter Parker (Tom Holland) and Frank Castle (Jon Bernthal), stemming from their decade-long off-screen friendship. Director Destin Daniel Cretton utilized their chemistry to enhance the on-screen relationship, which will be crucial as Parker navigates his loneliest state yet after his identity was revealed to the world.
A Unique Cast Of Characters Emerge In Retro-Inspired 2D-Platformer ‘DekaDuck’ Coming Soon To PC via STEAM™
Indie developer Asteristic Game Studio announced DekaDuck, a retro-inspired 2D action platformer with hand-drawn art, coming soon to PC. Players control a half-duck, half-robot bounty hunter utilizing a detachable mechanical arm for combat and traversal across six stages. The game is inspired by classics like MegaMan and Alien Soldier and is currently seeking support via Kickstarter, with a playable demo available on Steam.
My favorite Steam Next Fest demo is Tony Hawk's Pro Skater but make it a tanuki courier sim
Tanuki: Pon's Summer, a charming indie game from Denkiworks, offers a unique blend of courier simulation and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater-style BMX tricks. Players control a tanuki delivering packages to restore a town shrine, with a demo available during Steam Next Fest. The game features intuitive cycling mechanics, a forgiving trick system, and delightful details that contribute to its cozy atmosphere.
