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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.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Demo Live Ahead of September 25 Release
Capcom has released a demo for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, available ahead of its September 25 release on PC and consoles including PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The demo allows players to explore Kiyomizu-dera Temple and face a boss battle. Players who try the demo will receive an in-game charm in the full release.
Everything Shown At PlayStation State Of Play, June 2026
Sony's June 2026 State of Play showcased numerous upcoming games, including Marvel's Wolverine, God of War: Laufey, and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. Several titles received release dates, such as Marvel's Wolverine on September 15, 2026, and Dune: Awakening on September 22, 2026. The event also featured updates on PlayStation Plus additions and the return of the Stuntman franchise.
ILL Reveals New Gameplay at State of Play, Highlighting Some Brutal Survival Horror
Team Clout revealed new gameplay for their first-person survival horror game ILL during the State of Play June 2026 showcase. The footage highlighted the game's brutal dismemberment system, dynamic enemy AI, and weapon handling mechanics. ILL is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam.
Ace Combat 8 soars onto the Sony State of Play with a new release date trailer
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will launch on October 2, 2026, as revealed during a Sony State of Play presentation. The trailer showcased aerial combat and hinted at the narrative, with pre-orders including a modern port of Ace Combat Zero.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Release Date Set, Demo Debuts
Capcom announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be released on September 25, 2026, for PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X. A demo featuring the character Miyamoto Musashi is available for PlayStation 5 players starting June 2, 2026, with pre-order bonuses including a Sealed Curse sword appearance and Lion Dog charm.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve takes off with an October launch date
Bandai Namco and Project Aces have announced that Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will launch on October 2nd for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game is a direct sequel to Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown and features a new protagonist as a fighter pilot fighting to reclaim their homeland.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword launches in September, but you can play a demo today!
Capcom announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will launch on September 25th, with a playable demo available now. The demo allows players to experience an opening stage of the swordplay action game, featuring mechanics like parries, deflects, and soul absorption.
ILL gets horrifying new trailer and 2027 release
Team Clout has announced that their first-person body horror game, ILL, will launch in 2027 for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The new trailer showcases terrifying new enemies and characters, with CEO Max Verehin expressing excitement for the ambitious vision. Mundfish CEO Robert Bagratuni highlighted the game's realistic horror feel and intriguing story.
Capcom finally confirms Onimusha: Way of the Sword is coming this September, Demo releases today
Capcom has confirmed that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be released on September 25, 2026. A demo featuring multiple boss fights is available starting today. The game was first announced at The Game Awards 2024.
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered Launches October 1
Koei Tecmo announced that Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered will launch on October 1, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This remaster of Dynasty Warriors 3 and its Xtreme Legends expansion features over 40 officers and locations rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5, along with new mechanics like evasion and weapon fusion, and a two-player mode.
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered gets Nintendo Switch 2 release date after delay, new trailer
Koei Tecmo has announced that Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered will be released on October 1, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2, following an earlier delay. This revival of Dynasty Warriors 3 and its Xtreme Legends expansion features over 40 officers and numerous battlefields recreated in Unreal Engine 5, aiming to deliver the series' signature 1 vs. 1,000 action.
Marvel's Wolverine gets gruesome with over seven minutes of uninterrupted gameplay footage, and he's bought a familiar X-Men pal
Insomniac Games has released over seven minutes of uninterrupted gameplay footage for Marvel's Wolverine, showcasing the game's ultra-violent combat and the appearance of Jean Grey. The PlayStation 5 title is set to release in September and features the claw-fisted antihero rescuing kidnapped mutants.
Dynasty Warriors 3 Remastered Adds Origins Protagonist, Marches to PS5 in October
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered will launch for PlayStation 5 on October 1st, after a previous indefinite delay. The remaster adds Ziluan, the protagonist from Dynasty Warriors Origins, as a playable character. The game features updated graphics for current-generation consoles.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Goes Full Top Gun Maverick This October on PS5
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is set to launch on October 2, 2026, for PlayStation 5, as revealed in a new trailer. The game will feature a story-focused campaign set aboard an aircraft carrier, drawing inspiration from Top Gun Maverick. Pre-order details will be covered separately.
Strange Scaffold’s Truck-kun is Supporting Me From Another World?! Arrives July 29 for Xbox Series X|S and PC
Strange Scaffold announced that its absurdist anime driving game, Truck-kun is Supporting Me From Another World?!, will launch on July 29 for PC and Xbox Series X|S. The game involves making deliveries and crashing into obstacles to transport resources to a fantasy world. A free demo will be available during Steam Next Fest.
Truck-kun is Supporting Me From Another World?! gets July 2026 release date — MP3s & NPCs
Truck-kun is Supporting Me From Another World?! will be released on July 29 for PC and Xbox Series X|S. The game is a playful take on the isekai trope where players deliver items by driving recklessly, transporting characters to a fantasy world. It will be playable as a demo during Steam Next Fest: June 2026.
The First HOW TO ROB A BANK Trailer Makes Crime Look Like a Subscriber Goal
The trailer for the upcoming heist film HOW TO ROB A BANK has been released, showcasing bank robbers who livestream their crimes to a large online following. Directed by David Leitch, the movie stars Nicholas Hoult, Anna Sawai, Rhenzy Feliz, Pete Davidson, John C. Reilly, and Zoë Kravitz. The film is set to premiere on September 4.
Star Fox Switch 2 Gameplay Trailer Shows Campaign and Battle Modes
Nintendo has released a gameplay trailer for the upcoming Star Fox reimagining on Nintendo Switch 2, showcasing both its campaign and 4v4 Battle Mode. The trailer highlights familiar characters like Fox McCloud, Falco Lombardi, Peppy Hare, and Slippy Toad, as well as vehicles such as the Arwing, Landmaster, and Blue-Marine. The game is set to launch on June 25, 2026, with digital copies priced at $49.99 and physical copies at $59.99.
Zack Snyder is set to direct a "reimagining" of the '80s sci-fi action classic that inspired Metal Gear
Director Zack Snyder is set to write and direct a remake of John Carpenter's 1981 sci-fi action film Escape from New York. The original film, starring Kurt Russell as Snake Plissken, inspired the Metal Gear video game series. This remake was previously in development with other directors attached before Snyder took over.
