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Escape the Backrooms available now on Xbox Series X|S and PS5
The co-op horror game Escape the Backrooms is now available on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, featuring cross-platform play with PC. Priced at $12.99, the game offers over 30 levels of exploration and survival against terrifying entities. It is also available on various Xbox Game Pass tiers.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (30th May)
Several Nintendo Life staff members share their weekend gaming plans, with titles like Mina The Hollower, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Star Fox 64 being prominent. Recent news includes Dragon Quest announcements, a Resident Evil 4 demo, and new mobile app and NSO additions.
Modern Warfare 4 On Switch 2 Has Been “So Smooth” For Infinity Ward
Infinity Ward has reported a smooth development process for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on the Nintendo Switch 2, with co-studio head Jack O’Hara noting the game ran well on the hardware. Cross-play between the Switch 2 and other platforms is confirmed to be supported at launch. This marks the first Call of Duty title on a Nintendo console since 2013, with Microsoft having pledged feature and content parity for the Switch version.
Call Of Duty On Switch 2 Includes Joy-Con 2 Mouse Support, Cross-Play & Cross-Progression
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 23, 2026, featuring cross-play and cross-progression with other platforms. The Switch 2 version will also include optional Joy-Con 2 mouse controls, a feature previously seen in titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 supports Joy-Con 2 mouse controls and cross-progression Nintendo Switch 2
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will feature mouse controls using Joy-Con 2 and cross-progression on the Nintendo Switch 2. Infinity Ward is also aiming for cross-play support on the platform, marking the series' return to Nintendo consoles after a thirteen-year absence. The game is set to release on October 23, 2026.
Modern Warfare 4 is coming to the Switch 2, but not PS4 or Xbox One
Activision has announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which will launch on October 23rd for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and the Nintendo Switch 2. This marks the first Call of Duty title on a Nintendo console since Call of Duty: Ghosts on the Wii U. The game will skip the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, and the free-to-play Call of Duty: Warzone will also be removed from those older platforms.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 was running on Nintendo Switch 2 “really quickly”, currently supports cross-play
Infinity Ward's co-studio head Jack O’Hara revealed that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 ran "really quickly" on the Nintendo Switch 2 during development. The game currently supports cross-play with PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The title is being developed by Infinity Ward and Digital Legends, with Activision Blizzard having acquired the latter in 2021.
"Right now, we support crossplay between Switch 2 and the rest of the platforms": Modern Warfare 4 ends the…
Modern Warfare 4 is confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, with Infinity Ward developing the title alongside Digital Legends. The game will feature crossplay support between the Switch 2 and other platforms like PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. This marks the return of Call of Duty to Nintendo hardware after a decade, facilitated by a 10-year agreement ensuring content parity following Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
Ragnarok: The New World SEA Version Enters Testing Phase - GameHaunt
Gravity Game Vision has launched the Genesis Test for Ragnarok: The New World in Southeast Asia, running until June 21, 2026. Character creation is available for a limited 14-hour window on May 28, 2026. The closed beta supports cross-platform play on Android, iOS, and PC, featuring seven swappable classes and safe gear upgrades.
World of Tanks: HEAT released free on Steam and works on Linux / SteamOS
World of Tanks: HEAT, a free-to-play hero-driven tank action game, has launched on Steam and is compatible with Linux and SteamOS, earning a Steam Deck Verified rating. The game features cross-platform play across Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and GeForce NOW. Despite a rough initial reception with mostly negative user reviews, Wargaming has confirmed the use of generative AI solely for development support, with all final content created by human developers.
World of Tanks: HEAT is Live Today on PC and Consoles
Wargaming has launched its new free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter, World of Tanks: HEAT, available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and NVIDIA GeForce NOW with full cross-platform support. The game features fast-paced armored combat, a diverse roster of Agents, and experimental vehicles, kicking off with a Launch Season that includes free weekly Battle Passes and rewards.
World of Tanks: HEAT is Out Now on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S
World of Tanks: HEAT has launched on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, offering a faster-paced, free-to-play tank combat experience with full cross-platform progression. The launch is accompanied by a new trailer, the start of its Launch Season with unlockable rewards and agents, and 15 customizable vehicles across 8 maps and 4 PvP modes. Developer Wargaming highlighted the game's performance targets for current-gen consoles and provided PC system requirements.
Popular Online Video Games Right Now (2026)
This article discusses the factors contributing to the enduring popularity of online video games in 2026, focusing on competitive balance, social interaction, and continuous updates. It categorizes popular genres like tactical shooters, battle royales, MMORPGs, MOBAs, and co-op sandbox games, offering advice on choosing a game that fits individual preferences and schedules. The piece also touches upon the potential downsides of live-service models, such as pressure from daily rewards and battle passes, and emphasizes the importance of responsible play and time management.
Team42 Unveils First Trailer for Cross-Platform MMORPG World of Slime - GameHaunt
Team42 has released the first trailer and website for their upcoming cross-platform MMORPG, World of Slime, set to launch in winter 2026 for mobile and PC. The game features real-time combat, creature synthesis for creating new monsters, and unified servers for seamless play between devices. A demo will be available at the PlayX4 2026 convention.
Guild Wars Reforged Soft Launches for Mobile Devices - GameHaunt
Guild Wars Reforged has soft-launched on iOS and Android devices in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the Philippines as a free-to-play MMORPG. Developed by ArenaNet and co-developed by 2weeks, the mobile version offers full cross-progression with PC accounts and a one-time $6.99 purchase to remove ads and unlock social features.
Legendary multiplayer sandbox Terraria celebrates 15 years of live service with over 70M copies sold
Indie sandbox game Terraria is celebrating its 15th anniversary, having sold over 70 million copies worldwide, with 39.6 million on Steam alone. Developer Re-Logic announced that cross-play is coming soon and confirmed that updates for the game will continue beyond patch 1.4.6.
Popular Xbox Action Game on PS5 Is Half Price on PS Store
Gears of War: Reloaded, originally an Xbox exclusive, is currently available for 50% off on the PlayStation Store until May 28, 2026. This remastered edition of the original Gears of War features enhanced visuals, 4K resolution, 60 FPS for the campaign, and 120 FPS for multiplayer, along with all previous DLC and PlayStation 5 specific enhancements like DualSense integration.
World Of Tanks’ New Arcade Spin-Off Launches On May 26
Wargaming has announced that World of Tanks: Heat, a free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter spin-off, will launch on May 26 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Built on a new proprietary engine, the game features cross-play and cross-progression, offering various game modes, Agents, and customizable vehicles.
World Of Tanks’ New Arcade Spin-Off Launches On May 26
Wargaming has announced that World of Tanks: Heat, a free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter spin-off, will launch on May 26 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Built on a new proprietary engine, the game features cross-play and cross-progression, offering various game modes, Agents, and customizable vehicles.
World of Tanks: Heat Launches May 26 on PC and Consoles
Wargaming announced that World of Tanks: Heat will launch on May 26, 2026, as a free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter. It will be available on PC (Wargaming Game Center, Steam, Steam Deck), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nvidia GeForce Now with full cross-platform play and progression. The game features faster, team-based combat in an alternate post-WWII setting, built on a new proprietary engine.
