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After Silent Hill f combat discourse, Silent Hill Townfall goes all-in on stealth as "evasion is your only…
Silent Hill: Townfall will launch on September 24, 2026, with a greater emphasis on stealth gameplay, including evasion and hiding, rather than direct combat. This approach contrasts with the more action-oriented Silent Hill f, and the game will feature a first-person perspective. The announcement was made during a PlayStation State of Play showcase.
Demo Release: Chonky Cat
The demo for the arcade-style game Chonky Cat has been released on Steam and Itch.io, coinciding with Steam Next Fest. Players control an insatiable cat tasked with eating everything in sight, featuring score-based gameplay, power-ups, and customization options.
Your arm is a constantly changing weapon in the chaotic Everything is Gun!
Everything is Gun! is a fast-paced action shooter with a focus on chaotic, ever-changing gameplay and a modular gun system. The game will feature native Linux support and is being developed by Incineration Productions, with a planned release in late 2027. Developers aim to recapture the high-stakes speed of 90s shooters combined with the unpredictable synergies of titles like The Binding of Isaac.
New Marvel's Wolverine trailer is packed with brutal action and offers our first look at Jean Grey
Insomniac Games released a new gameplay trailer for Marvel's Wolverine, showcasing brutal combat and revealing that Jean Grey will join Wolverine in co-operative battles. The trailer also confirmed the presence of villains like Mystique and Sabretooth. Marvel's Wolverine is set to launch on September 15 for PlayStation 5.
UBISOFT REVEALS RAYMAN LEGENDS RETOLD, AVAILABLE ON OCTOBER 1
Ubisoft announced Rayman Legends Retold, a reimagining of the classic platformer, during Sony's State of Play. The game will launch on October 1 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, featuring updated 3D visuals, a new story, and fully voiced cinematics. It will be playable solo or in four-player couch co-op, with returning and new musical stages, boss battles, and the return of Kung Foot.
Control Resonant Launches September 24, Story Trailer Reveals Dylan Faden’s New Mission
Remedy Entertainment announced Control Resonant will launch on September 24, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The sequel stars Dylan Faden as he confronts a new supernatural crisis threatening reality, with Jesse Faden missing. The game is described as Remedy's most expansive project yet, featuring new narrative twists and gameplay systems.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Launches October 2 With Ace Combat Zero Pre-Order Bonus
Bandai Namco announced that Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will launch on October 2, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with Deluxe Edition early access on September 29. The game utilizes Unreal Engine 5 and features a new campaign in Strangereal. Pre-orders include a digital copy of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve flies in with a release date and surprise prequel
Bandai Namco announced Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will release on October 2, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game will feature first-person cutscenes to enhance narrative involvement and includes a re-release of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War as a pre-order bonus.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Launches September 25, Demo Available Now on PS5
Capcom announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will launch on PlayStation 5 on September 25, 2026, with a playable demo available now. The game features Miyamoto Musashi battling demons using sword combat and Oni powers. Pre-orders and special editions are also available.
Spana in samtliga trailers från Playstation State of Play
Sony's PlayStation State of Play event showcased numerous game trailers, including Marvel's Wolverine, Rayman Legends Retold, and Dune: Awakening. Several titles are slated for release in 2024 and 2027, with new entries in established franchises like Tomb Raider and Ace Combat announced.
Dynasty Warriors 3 Complete Edition Remastered Launches October 1 With New Combat Features
Koei Tecmo and Omega Force announced that Dynasty Warriors 3 Complete Edition Remastered will launch on October 1, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The remaster includes new combat mechanics like Evasion and Just Evasion, expanded weapon customization, additional story scenarios, and the return of split-screen co-op multiplayer.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Launches in October 2026
Bandai Namco has announced that Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will launch on October 2nd, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. Digital pre-orders will include a remastered version of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War. The Deluxe Edition offers early access and bonus cosmetic items, with the PlayStation 5 version including exclusive physical collector's items.
Dynasty Warriors 3 Remaster Gets Switch 2 Release Date, Switch Version Cancelled
Koei Tecmo has announced that Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, 2026, but will no longer be available for the original Nintendo Switch. The remaster will include all original content, refined graphics, new features, and two-player co-op.
PS5 State of Play: every new release date including delayed Tomb Raider remake
Sony's State of Play event revealed release dates for numerous games, including Silent Hill Townfall, Ace Combat 8, and Onimusha: Way Of The Sword. Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis was confirmed for a 2027 release, indicating a delay. Marvel's Wolverine is set for September 25, while Dune: Awakening will launch on PlayStation 5 in September.
Get Onimusha: Way of the Sword DEMO
A demo for Onimusha: Way of the Sword is available for Xbox Series X|S, allowing players to experience its swordplay action and face the boss Sasaki Ganryu. While demo save data cannot transfer to the full game, players who use it will receive the Charm: Kubi Akari item in the base game.
New Ill trailer sets a new bar for videogame ultraviolence, with at least three skull crushings
The trailer for the upcoming survival horror game Ill, developed by Team Clout and published by the company behind Atomic Heart, showcased extreme violence and gore during Sony's State of Play showcase. The game, set to release in 2027, features advanced physics and dismemberment systems, with its Steam page describing a research fort overrun by horrific Aberrations.
Marvel’s Wolverine Gameplay Highlights Brutal Combat, Extensive Gore and Jean Grey
Insomniac Games showcased brutal combat and extensive gore in Marvel's Wolverine, highlighting Logan's Berserker Rage and regenerative abilities. The game features an original story inspired by the comics, with Jean Grey assisting Logan in his quest to confront villains like the Reavers, Omega Red, and Sabertooth across various locations. Marvel's Wolverine is set to launch exclusively on PlayStation 5 on September 15th.
The Lost Wild Coming To PS5, Trailer Showcased at State of Play
The Lost Wild, a survival horror game developed by Annapurna Interactive and Great Ape Games, is coming to PlayStation 5. A new trailer showcased at State of Play reveals gameplay focused on the player being prey to dinosaurs, emphasizing patience and careful action rather than a power fantasy. The game was originally announced nearly four years ago.
007 First Light Accolades Trailer Highlights Critical Praise
IO Interactive has released an accolades trailer for 007 First Light, highlighting positive critical reception for the cinematic stealth-action title. The game, which features a younger James Bond, has been praised for its integration of stealth gameplay, satisfying combat, and interactive movie-like storytelling. 007 First Light is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version planned for Summer.
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered Gets An Overview Trailer and Release Date At State of Play
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered has received an overview trailer and a release date of October 1, 2026, following an earlier delay. The trailer showcases polished combat, new features like summoning a horse mid-battle, and confirms the inclusion of the Xtreme Legends expansion.
