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Hela: Of Mice & Magic Revealed With New Deep Dive Trailer
Hela: Of Mice & Magic, an upcoming adventure game from Windup Games and Knights Peak, has been revealed with a new trailer. The game centers on a witch and her familiars, with players controlling a mouse exploring a world inspired by Northern Sweden. It will feature solo and cooperative play, with a focus on nature and music, and is slated for a 2026 release on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Hela: of Mice & Magic Announced with New Details on Setting and Gameplay
Knights Peak and Windup Games have officially announced Hela: of Mice & Magic, an adventure game set to release in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Players will control a mouse navigating a handcrafted environment inspired by Northern Sweden, with a focus on music and sound design that adapts to the player's surroundings. The game will feature both solo and cooperative play.
PC gaming is growing, but it isn't because of Dota 2 and Fortnite
PC gaming is projected to surpass console revenue by 2028, driven by a growing diversity of titles beyond the top 20. While major titles like Dota 2 and World of Warcraft remain significant, a larger portion of revenue is now generated by a long tail of indie and double-A games, particularly RPGs and adventure titles. This trend indicates a shift in player spending and engagement towards a broader range of games on PC.
PS5 Remake of Hit Adventure Game 60% Off on PS Store, Lowest Price
Ubisoft's remake of the 2013 adventure game Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons is currently 60% off on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5, priced at $7.99 until April 23. The remake features rebuilt assets, improved graphics, and a re-recorded soundtrack. The original game was released for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4.
Telltale Brings Five-Chapter Sci-Fi Adventure 'The Expanse' To Switch
Telltale has released The Expanse: A Telltale Series Deluxe Edition on the Nintendo Switch. This five-chapter narrative adventure, developed with Deck Nine, is a prequel to the TV show and puts players in the role of Camina Drummer. The Deluxe Edition includes a bonus episode and is available for $29.99 USD.
Save My Scrap shares Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Amata Games and Unio Anou announced that Save My Scrap will be released on Nintendo Switch on April 30, 2026. The game features android repair mini-games, conversation choices that affect relationships and story, and world-building through radio broadcasts. The Switch version will include new conversations, endings, and an unlockable gallery mode.
Adventure game Lord Ambermaze to hit Nintendo Switch
HeroCraft and Potata Company announced that the adventure game Lord Ambermaze will be released on Nintendo Switch on April 30, 2026. The game features a unique time-moving mechanic, combat, puzzles, and relationship building with island dwellers. It will be available for $14.99 with a 10% launch discount.
Cinematic Visual Novel Adventure 'Until Then' Launches on Xbox Series Later This Month Giving Xbox Players
Maximum Entertainment and Polychroma Games announced that the cinematic visual novel adventure Until Then will launch for Xbox Series X|S on April 23, 2026. The game, which features a character-driven story with player choices and stylized pixel art, has already released on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
Lovecraftian Thriller Adventure Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss Launches Across Multiple Platforms
The Lovecraftian horror adventure game Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Developed by Big Bad Wolf and published by Nacon, the first-person game tasks players with investigating a silent mining station in the Pacific Ocean, exploring the sunken city of R'lyeh, and managing sanity and abilities.
Live service games are in decline as gamers crave more traditional gaming
A report indicates a decline in the revenue generated by top-grossing live service games, particularly on PC, with player engagement shifting towards role-playing and adventure games. Despite the overall trend, titles like Roblox and Fortnite continue to dominate player time, though even Fortnite has seen a significant drop in engagement. This suggests a growing player preference for premium and back-catalog titles over free-to-play ecosystems.
Lovecraftian PS5 Adventure Game Arrives Today on PS Store
Big Bad Wolf's Lovecraftian horror adventure game, Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss, is now available on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5. Published by Nacon, the game follows investigator Noah as he explores the sunken city of R'lyeh and confronts madness. Standard and deluxe editions are available for $49.99 and $59.99 respectively.
THE EXPANSE: A TELLTALE SERIES NOW AVAILABLE ON THE NINTENDO SWITCH
Telltale has released The Expanse: A Telltale Series Deluxe Edition on the Nintendo Switch, with the game also available on PC, PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox One/Series X|S. Developed in partnership with Deck Nine, this narrative-driven sci-fi adventure is set before the popular television series and features players as Camina Drummer making critical decisions that impact the Artemis crew's fate. The Deluxe Edition includes a bonus episode starring Shohreh Aghdashloo as Chrisjen Avasarala.
The Expanse: A Telltale Series now available for Switch
The Expanse: A Telltale Series Deluxe Edition has been surprise-released for the Nintendo Switch, nearly three years after its initial launch. The game, developed by Deck Nine Games and published by Telltale Games, is available for $29.99 and includes a bonus episode. It was originally released for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
Shinigami Hime to Ishokan no Kaibutsu details base facility creatures
Nippon Ichi Software has released new details and screenshots for their upcoming adventure game, Shinigami Hime to Ishokan no Kaibutsu. The information focuses on the creatures that inhabit the game's base facilities.
Game Reviews
Mouse: P.I. For Hire is a monochrome mystery adventure game that is worth solving. The game offers an engaging narrative and puzzle-solving elements.
Shinigami Hime to Ishokan no Kaibutsu demo now available in Japan
A demo for the fairy tale-destroying adventure game Shinigami Hime to Ishokan no Kaibutsu is now available in Japan. The game is described as an adventure title that subverts traditional fairy tale narratives.
LightSup coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Publisher Red Dunes Games and developer BugBlio Studio have announced LightSup, a 1-4 player couch co-op adventure game for the Nintendo Switch 2, slated for a late 2026 release. Players will battle monsters, collect Blessings, and endure Curses in a vibrant world plunged into darkness by an eclipse, with rogue-lite progression and randomized encounters.
Cozy Open-World Adventure Outbound Delayed to Mid-May
The cozy open-world adventure game Outbound has been delayed from April 23rd to May 14th due to an issue that could impact player enjoyment. Developer Square Glade Games is working to ensure a more polished, bug-free experience. The free demo will remain available until May 12th.
Newzoo: More than half of PC revenue comes from games outside the Top 20
Newzoo data indicates that games outside the Top 20 are increasingly significant in the PC market, capturing 56% of revenue and 45% of playtime by 2025. While console spending remains concentrated on top titles, lower-ranked games are also seeing growth on platforms like PlayStation. Genres like action RPGs and survival games are performing well, with titles such as Elden Ring and Cyberpunk 2077 contributing to this trend.
PS5 Users Can Try Promising Upcoming Adventure Game for Free
A free demo for the upcoming PlayStation 5 adventure game Tides of Tomorrow is now available on the PlayStation Store. Developed by DigixArt and published by THQ Nordic, the first-person multiplayer game allows players to explore an ocean planet and experience a branching story with asynchronous multiplayer elements inspired by Death Stranding and Dark Souls. The full game is set to release on April 22 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, and PC.
