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Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Is Shaping Up to Be a Bloody Brilliant Series Revival on PS5
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is set to revive the beloved series on PlayStation 5 later this year, showcasing a gorgeous art direction, smooth animation, and impactful combat. Developer Motion Twin promises versatile whip mechanics, secret chambers, hidden items, and challenging areas true to the series' roots.
Mortal Kombat 2’s Latest Trailer Showcases Side-Scrolling Fights, Confirms Noob Saibot is Sub-Zero
The latest trailer for Mortal Kombat 2, set to release on May 8th, showcases side-scrolling fight sequences and confirms Noob Saibot is a transformed Sub-Zero. The film continues the story from the 2021 reboot and features a cast including Karl Urban as Johnny Cage. Meanwhile, the video game franchise's latest entry, Mortal Kombat 1, has sold 8 million copies.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Drops New Trailer | Console Creatures
Konami and Evil Empire have released a new trailer for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, showcasing its frantic action and 1499 Paris setting. The game, which celebrates Castlevania's 40th anniversary, features Trevor Belmont's successor using the Vampire Killer whip for traversal and combat. It is scheduled to launch in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Drops New Trailer | Console Creatures
Konami and Evil Empire have released a new trailer for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, showcasing its frantic action and 1499 Paris setting. The game, which celebrates Castlevania's 40th anniversary, features Trevor Belmont's successor using the Vampire Killer whip for traversal and combat. It is scheduled to launch in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
A Year Of Unmissable Games At The Triple-i Initiative Showcase - Full Recap Below
The Triple-i Initiative showcase featured announcements for over 40 games, including new reveals, DLC, and release dates. Many of the showcased titles are available as demos or playtests on Steam until April 16. The event highlighted a diverse range of indie games across various genres.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Developer Diary Showcases Story, Living Skies, and Gameplay
A new developer diary for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve highlights the game's story, "living skies" dynamic cloud system, and gameplay accessibility. The game will feature photorealistic first-person story scenes and will launch in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Insano, brutal e… cruel: “Mad & Cruel Bundle” chega à Steam com dose dupla de ação extrema
Epopeia Games has released the 'Mad & Cruel Bundle' on Steam, combining the fast-paced FPS roguelike Mullet MadJack with the brutal horror experience CRUEL. The bundle offers a dual dose of intense action, stylized violence, and challenging gameplay for fans of extreme action titles.
Strength and Destiny Collide: ‘Samson: A Tyndalston Story’ Arrives in the Cloud
Samson: A Tyndalston Story, an action game from Liquid Swords, is now available on GeForce NOW, allowing players to stream it on various devices. The game features cinematic melee combat, choice-driven narrative, and utilizes ray tracing and NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 for enhanced visuals and performance. Several other games, including Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition, Morbid Metal, DayZ, and Starfield, were also added to the GeForce NOW library this week.
Fulqrum Publishing Brings Three Titles to PlayStation Trials
Fulqrum Publishing has announced that three of its titles are now available as part of PlayStation Trials for PlayStation Plus Premium members. Players can experience "Deathless: The Hero Quest" for up to 3 hours, "Forgive Me Father 2" for up to 90 minutes, and "Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark" for up to 4 hours. Progress made during these trials carries over to the full game purchase.
Samson Review | Cloud Dosage
Samson is a brawler game that offers a 10-hour experience focused on tight action rather than large maps. While the core gameplay is strong, the game is hampered by bugs that create a less than smooth experience.
New 007 PS5 DualSense Controller Looks Striking
IO Interactive is releasing a limited edition "007 First Light" DualSense controller for PlayStation 5 on April 17, 2026, featuring a golden design and James Bond branding. The game, 007 First Light, is set to launch on May 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version planned for later in the year. The game will explore the origins of James Bond as a spy.
Koshmar: The Last Reverie Announced
Independent developer Purple Ray Studio has announced Koshmar: The Last Reverie, a narrative-driven action game set in a gothic city plagued by a mysterious sleeping sickness. Players control Violet, a mortician's daughter who must navigate the waking world and the realm of dreams to uncover the truth behind the plague. The game features a dynamic sanity system, distinct skill trees for dream and nightmare abilities, and procedurally generated challenges.
Hard-Hitting Samson: A Tyndalston Story Now Available
Liquid Swords' action title Samson: A Tyndalston Story is now available for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store for $24.99. The game emphasizes close-quarters combat, momentum, and environmental interaction, drawing inspiration from titles like Sifu and Sleeping Dogs.
Screamer Review | NoobFeed
Screamer is a racing game that successfully blends arcade roots with modern innovations in story, combat, and gameplay. It offers a deep experience requiring planning and skill, featuring an anime-inspired story and complex driving mechanics.
007 First Light on Nintendo Switch 2 delayed and due later this summer
IO Interactive has announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light has been delayed and will now launch later this summer. The game's other versions for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC are still on track for their May 27th, 2026 release date.
Screamer Review | NoobFeed
Screamer is a racing game that successfully blends arcade roots with modern gameplay, featuring a compelling story with anime references and deep driving/combat mechanics. The game requires strategic planning and quick reflexes, offering an exciting experience on Xbox Series X.
Earth Defense Force 6 Surpasses One Million Players Worldwide
Sandlot announced that Earth Defense Force 6 has surpassed one million players worldwide. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC. Earth Defense Force 6 is set three years after the events of Earth Defense Force 5, with humanity rebuilding after defeating alien invaders known as the Primers.
Goat Simulator 3 Review - Twisted Voxel
Goat Simulator 3 on Nintendo Switch offers improved visuals and DLC support, aligning it with other console versions. However, the game suffers from inconsistent frame rates and a lack of optimization, making it a flawed experience despite its chaotic sandbox gameplay.
The Fast And Brutal Combat Of ChainStaff Is Now Available!
ChainStaff, a new action-combat game from Mommy's Best Games, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch for £12.49. The game features a versatile weapon called the ChainStaff that can be used for combat, defense, and traversal in a world twisted by alien forces. Players must make choices that affect their abilities and story progression in this challenging survival experience.
Defend Earth In Truxton Extreme On Nintendo Switch 2 | Nintendo Insider
Clear River Games and Tatsujin have announced that Truxton Extreme will be released on the Nintendo Switch. The game will be available digitally for $24.99, with a Digital Deluxe version priced at $29.99. Physical editions will range from $39.99 to $49.99, and a special Thunder Master Edition will cost $99.99.