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Break the silence in the Keylocker Physical Edition announced for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch this year!
Serenity Forge and Tesura Games have announced the physical release of Keylocker | Turn Based Cyberpunk Action for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch in 2026. The game is a turn-based rhythm JRPG where players control a singer and songwriter, B0B0, utilizing music to execute real-time combat moves. Both Standard and Collector's Editions will be available.
Review – Screamer (Playstation 5)
Screamer, an arcade racer from Milestone S.r.l, revitalizes the franchise with a vibrant cyberpunk anime setting and an engaging narrative. The game features a deep story mode with eccentric characters, fast-paced gameplay, and stunning visuals, offering a compelling experience for both single-player and multiplayer enthusiasts.
Steel Soul Shaper revealed! Become a highly skilled cyberware surgeon in this narrative-driven, cyberpunk repair simulator
Steel Soul Shaper, a narrative-driven cyberpunk repair simulator, has been revealed by GenePop Studio and publisher Spiral Up Games. Players will act as cyberware surgeons in a secret back-alley clinic, shaping destinies through their choices and modifications. The game is set to be released on PC and will feature public playtests.
Christopher Ortiz AKA kiririn51 Talks .45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND, Inspirations, Fan Reactions, VA-11 Hall-A, The Silver Case, and Much More – TouchArcade
Christopher Ortiz of Sukeban Games discusses their new project .45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND, the enduring success of VA-11 Hall-A, and inspirations from games like The Silver Case and Parasite Eve. Ortiz also touches on the challenges of indie game development, the team's creative process, and their personal experiences in Japan and Argentina.
Replaced Is Finally Almost Here – We Take Another Look at the Cyberpunk Action-Platformer
The upcoming cyberpunk action-platformer Replaced is nearing its release, with a new demo offering a fresh look at its dark sci-fi aesthetic and pixel art. The game is set to launch on PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.
PS5 Getting Action Game Set in 80s Hong Kong and It Looks Great
FrameOver has announced The 9th Dragon, a narrative-driven action game for PlayStation 5 set in 1980s Hong Kong's Kowloon Walled City. Players will join an elite police unit to combat the criminal underworld, featuring voxel art, cyberpunk elements, and a roughly 10-hour adventure. A release date has not yet been announced.
SlashZero: Anime Roguelike Action-Platformer Revealed
Streetlamp Studio has revealed SlashZero, a 3D anime roguelike action-platformer featuring rich animations, a deep move pool, and a procedurally-generated cyberpunk world. The game is set to launch simultaneously on PlayStation, Steam, and the Epic Games Store, with a focus on performance parity. Players will take on the role of a Timehacker attempting to break into parallel timelines to reset the course of history.
DEFECT story trailer released as NCSoft joins development
The first story teaser for the cyberpunk first-person shooter DEFECT has been released, showcasing the single-player mode where players control a System Control Officer marked deficient by an AI. NCSoft has joined developer emptyvessel as a partner for the single-player mode's development. The game is confirmed for PC with Steam Deck compatibility in development, and future playtests will be announced.
NC America to publish cyberpunk shooter DEFECT — MP3s & NPCs
NC America has announced it will publish emptyvessel's cyberpunk shooter DEFECT, which is slated for a PC release. The partnership aims to support the game's single-player experience, a focus that NC America highlighted as a strength in the current FPS landscape. DEFECT features a dystopian setting with both single-player and cooperative multiplayer modes.
NC AMERICA PARTNERS WITH INDEPENDENT DEVELOPER ‘EMPTYVESSEL’ TO PUBLISH DEFECT
NC America has partnered with independent developer emptyvessel to publish the close-quarter cyberpunk shooter, DEFECT. This agreement will allow emptyvessel to focus on developing both its multiplayer and single-player gameplay. DEFECT is a team-based, objective-driven first-person shooter set in a dystopian city.
DEFECT to be published by NC America
NC America, the western publishing division of NCSOFT, will publish the close-quarter cyberpunk shooter DEFECT, developed by emptyvessel. Further details about the game's release are expected soon.
Replaced Is Finally Almost Here – We Take Another Look at the Cyberpunk Action-Platformer
Replaced, a 2.5D cinematic action platformer from Sad Cat Studios, is set to launch on April 14, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S and day one with Xbox Game Pass. The game features a post-nuclear cyberpunk dystopia where players control an AI named R.E.A.C.H. The preview highlights fluid combat, platforming, stealth mechanics, and a compelling narrative exploring themes of humanity and identity.
In defense of Deus Ex: Invisible War
This article defends Deus Ex: Invisible War, arguing that despite its creators disowning it and common criticisms regarding loading screens and universal ammo, the game offers a compelling cyberpunk experience. It highlights the game's thematic depth in exploring conflicts from global politics to corporate rivalries and the nuances of AI-driven data harvesting, suggesting it is more enjoyable today, especially with mods like the Visible Upgrade.
RUINER Hits Historical Low at 90% Off on Steam
The cyberpunk action game RUINER is currently available at a historical low price of €1.95 on Steam, representing a 90% discount. Developed by Reikon Games, the title is praised for its brutal combat, neon-soaked visuals, and synthwave soundtrack, offering an estimated 6-8 hours of gameplay.
15 First Person Shooter (FPS) Games of 2026
This article highlights upcoming first-person shooter games slated for release in 2026, showcasing a diverse range of titles from militaristic combat to sci-fi horror. Featured games include Marathon, Halo: Campaign Evolved, Better Than Dead, Resident Evil Requiem, John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, DEFECT, NO LAW, Road to Vostok, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, ExeKiller, ILL, Rogue Point, Witchfire, and Valor Mortis, each offering unique gameplay mechanics and settings.
Almost 10 years on from the first one, Ruiner is getting a sequel, and this time with co-op
Developer Reikon Games has announced Ruiner 2, a sequel to their cyberpunk action game Ruiner. The sequel will feature co-op gameplay for up to three players and introduces a new 'shell system' allowing players to switch between different combat bodies on the fly. The game also promises an 'endless endgame' with escalating challenges and loot.
Heart of the Machine is a fascinating, timeline-hopping strategy RPG
Heart of the Machine is a cyberpunk strategy RPG where players control a newly sentient Artificial General Intelligence. The game features a branching narrative, multiple endings, and the ability to travel between alternate timelines. While ambitious, the game can become cumbersome with resource management and interface issues after extended play.
Scar Tries: Moros Protocol and The Boss Gangsters: Nightlife
This article previews two indie games: The Boss Gangsters: Nightlife, a crime boss simulator blending nightclub management with top-down action, and Moros Protocol, a retro-styled first-person shooter with roguelike elements. Both games are currently in Early Access and exhibit potential despite some bugs and repetitive elements.
Off The Grid | A Less Twitchy Battle Royale
Off The Grid is a new battle royale game from Gunzilla, directed by Neil Blomkamp, currently in open beta with a planned 2025 release for PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and PC. The game features a dystopian cyberpunk setting, unique cybernetic limb customization for gameplay advantages, and a blend of multiplayer battles with a planned 60-hour single-player narrative. It aims to offer a less twitchy, more strategic take on the battle royale genre.
Top Games Depicting Political Assassinations
This article lists and discusses top video games that feature political assassinations as a central theme or gameplay mechanic. Games like Assassin's Creed III, Hitman, Dishonored, Fallout: New Vegas, and Deus Ex are highlighted for their use of assassination to drive narrative, strategy, and world-building, often within political or dystopian settings.
