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Splatoon Raiders gets a new trailer packed with features
Nintendo released a new trailer for Splatoon Raiders, showcasing features of the upcoming single-player game in the Splatoon series. The game takes place on the Spirhalite Islands, where players customize characters with mechanical gadgets and ink-splatting guns to battle Salmonids and search for treasure. Splatoon Raiders is set to launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch on July 23rd.
Star Fox demo now available
A demo for the Nintendo 64 reboot of Star Fox is now available on the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features overhauled character designs, revamped stages, cutscenes, fully voiced dialogue, and an orchestral soundtrack, with optional Joy-Con mouse controls and a new GameChat feature. Star Fox is scheduled for release on June 25.
Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition announced for Switch 2
Capcom has announced Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to launch digitally on June 23, 2026, and physically on August 28, 2026. This edition includes the Vergil playable character DLC and bonus content, offering a smooth 60 frames-per-second experience in both TV and handheld modes.
Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition announced
Capcom has announced Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, launching digitally on June 23rd and physically on August 28th. This edition includes the Vergil playable character DLC and additional bonus content, offering a smooth 60 frames-per-second experience in both TV and handheld modes.
Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton announced
Shueisha Games and poncle have announced Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton, a new survivors-like game based on the popular manga and anime franchise. The game will feature over 20 characters and supports up to 8 players online, with a single-player mode also included. Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton is set to launch later this year for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5.
Yes, you have a gun in Gen Atlas, but Fumito Ueda doesn't want you to think it's a shooter
Fumito Ueda's new game, Gen Atlas, features a gun mechanic, but he emphasizes it is not the primary focus and is intended as one of several ways to overcome challenges. The game, set in a desert world with giant robot carcasses, will allow players to use the gun as a tool for progression rather than for scoring points, drawing parallels to the player's choices in Ico.
007 First Light Sequel “Should Be Made,” Says Amazon’s Head of Gaming
Amazon Game Studios Head of Gaming Jeff Gattis clarified that while he did not confirm Amazon is publishing the next James Bond game, he believes a sequel to 007 First Light "should be made." Gattis stated that IO Interactive has been a great partner and that the decision to proceed with a sequel depends on market appetite and the profitability of the current game, with Amazon MGM owning the James Bond IP rights.
Where To Preorder Control Resonant
Remedy Entertainment's upcoming game, Control Resonant, is set to release on September 24, with preorders now available for its various editions. The game shifts from the original's shooter gameplay to a hack-and-slash combat style. The Digital Deluxe Edition offers early access starting September 22.
Hit PS5 Action Game $3.99 on PS Store With DLC Ahead of Sequel
Control: Ultimate Edition, a 2019 action game, is currently on sale for $3.99 on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5, featuring a 90% discount. This edition includes the base game and all its expansions, The Foundation and AWE. A sequel, Control Resonant, is slated for release on September 24, 2026.
P.O.N. Announced
Team VAC and Spaghetti Cat have announced P.O.N., a co-op stealth/action game coming soon to PC. The game is described as a reverse superhero title with horror elements.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Arrives In October
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, developed by KONAMI and Evil Empire, will be released on October 15, 2026, for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. The game stars Rose Belmont, daughter of Trevor Belmont, and features contributions from indie studio Motion Twin.
Spana in massor av nytt från Gears of War: E-Day
The Coalition revealed new gameplay details for Gears of War: E-Day during an Xbox Games Showcase special. The game, set before the original titles, will feature enhanced soldier control with mechanics like taking cover and sliding. Gears of War: E-Day is scheduled for release on October 6 for PC and Xbox Series X/S.
Thief: The Dark Project Remastered Announced by Nightdive, Out This Winter
Nightdive Studios has announced Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, a remaster of the classic stealth title from Looking Glass Studios. It will launch this Winter for PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, featuring 4K resolution and 120 FPS support. The remaster includes all original content and improvements to enemy animations, textures, and level design, with support for custom campaigns.
Armatus Gets A New Trailer, Out This Winter
A new trailer for the third-person roguelite shooter Armatus was revealed at the PC Games Show, showcasing its demon-infested version of Paris. Players control a warrior from a supernatural order tasked with clearing the city of demonic forces. Armatus is set to launch this Winter on PC, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
A shooter we called 'one of the boldest, freshest games' of 2023 is getting a sequel: El Paso, Elsewhere 2…
A sequel to the acclaimed 2023 indie title El Paso, Elsewhere, titled El Paso, Elsewhere 2, has been announced at the PC Gaming Show and is slated for release on Steam next year. The sequel will feature James Savage traveling across the United States and into the void, with over 20 levels offering diverse environments and a new narrative. Developed by Strange Scaffold and featuring a new hip-hop soundtrack by RJ Lake, the game promises high-octane shooting and fully-voiced cutscenes.
XBOX Games Showcase 2026: Gears Of War E-Day Direct Rundown
The Coalition provided a detailed look at Gears of War: E-Day during an Xbox Games Showcase Direct, revealing the game's focus on the franchise's origin story and its development using Unreal Engine 5. The presentation highlighted advancements in gameplay mechanics, visual fidelity, character detail, and gore effects, alongside new and returning weapons. The game will feature a 12-player PvE Horde Siege mode and a 4v4 Versus mode, with an open beta for Versus planned for August 6. Gears of War: E-Day is set to launch exclusively on Xbox Series X|S on October 6, 2026.
Senua, an action-heavy Hellblade sequel, arrives in 2027
Ninja Theory's upcoming game, a sequel to Hellblade, is scheduled for release in 2027. The action-heavy title will be available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Hell freezes over in Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations, the shooter's first expansion coming this July
The first expansion for Doom: The Dark Ages, titled Revelations, is set to launch on July 7th across PC, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5. This snowy expansion introduces new levels, demons, puzzles, and the Chain Spear weapon. A free update, Ripatorium 3.0, will also be released on the same day, enhancing the game's customizable arena challenge mode.
DOOM: The Dark Ages | Revelations Arrives July 7
DOOM: The Dark Ages is set to release on July 7, as announced by Xbox Wire. The game is expected to be a major title for the Xbox platform.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour announced
Sega has announced Crazy Taxi: World Tour, a new installment in the taxi racing series set to release in 2027 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PlayStation 5. The game features Axel chasing down thieves who stole his taxi across five global cities, offering extreme driving missions, a story-driven campaign, customization options, and multiplayer modes.
