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CODEX MORTIS Drops Mutations Update at 80% Positive on Steam
CRUNCHFEST and GROLAF have released the 'Mutations Update' for their necromantic bullet hell game, CODEX MORTIS, which is currently in Steam Early Access. The update introduces 249 mutations across 31 spells, a rebuilt level-up system, and brings the game's positive Steam reviews to over 80%. The game is also available at a 20% discount.
Subnautica 2 tops 4 million sales 1 week after the launch
Subnautica 2 has achieved over four million sales within its first week of Early Access launch, generating an estimated $100 million in revenue. The game saw significant player numbers on PC via Steam and also performed well on Xbox Series X|S and Game Pass, with concurrent players exceeding 650,000 across all platforms. Players have praised the sequel's co-op features and survival mechanics.
Free-to-Play Steampunk ARPG Crystalfall Is Getting its First Content Update While Addressing Key Player Concerns
CRG Studio announced that its free-to-play steampunk ARPG, Crystalfall, will receive its first content update on June 4, 2026, alongside addressing player feedback from its Early Access launch on Steam. The update includes new content, progression mechanics, quality-of-life improvements, and monetization adjustments, aiming to resolve concerns about content depth and monetization.
Quantic Dream Layoffs Hitting Up to 95 Jobs Following Game Closure
Quantic Dream is reportedly laying off up to 95 employees in France following the closure of its MOBA-like game, Spellcasters Chronicles. The French video game union STJV blames management and NetEase for the game's failure and the subsequent job losses, demanding that layoffs be halted and the Spellcasters team be reassigned.
Asymmetrical horror game Follow Us creeps onto Steam Early Access June 5th
The asymmetrical horror game Follow Us, developed by Game Atelier, is set to launch on Steam Early Access on June 5th. The game features a unique co-op experience where one player explores a haunted environment while the other guides them remotely from a control van. Follow Us utilizes PSone-inspired graphics and focuses on communication-based gameplay, promising a blend of fear, panic, and laughter.
Deep Rock Galactic roguelike spin-off launches to "Mostly Positive" Steam reviews that can't decide if they love or hate its timer and shared progression tool
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core, a roguelike spin-off of the popular co-op shooter, has launched into Steam Early Access. While it has achieved a 'Mostly Positive' rating with 70% of nearly 2,000 reviews being favorable, players are divided on its new timer and shared progression mechanics. The developer, Ghost Ship Games, anticipates an 18 to 24-month development period before the 1.0 release.
Fatekeeper launches in Early Access on June 2
The first-person RPG Fatekeeper is set to launch in Early Access on PC via Steam on June 2. The game will be available for players to experience in its early stages of development on this date.
Your Fate Is Calling: Fatekeeper Arrives in Early Access on June 2nd!
Fatekeeper, an upcoming game from German studio Paraglacial, will launch into Early Access on June 2nd. The announcement was made alongside a release date trailer and information about publisher THQ Nordic.
Quantic Dream cutting jobs after scrapping Spellcasters Chronicles
Quantic Dream has canceled the development of its free-to-play strategy title Spellcasters Chronicles due to a lack of audience and is initiating layoffs. The studio stated that the cancellation will not impact the development of Star Wars Eclipse. A French labor union claims up to 95 jobs are at risk and criticizes the project's management.
Co-op is definitely the worst way to play Subnautica 2, but as a big old sea-wuss, I really don't care
Subnautica 2 has launched into early access, offering a visually impressive and atmospheric underwater survival experience with co-op features. Despite a legal dispute between developer Unknown Worlds and owner Krafton, the game itself is a strong continuation of the series' formula. However, the author argues that while co-op is enjoyable for mitigating fear, it detracts from the game's intended solitary, atmospheric experience.
Splitgate Dev Announces Titanfall-Inspired Shooter Empulse
1047 Games, the developer behind Splitgate, has announced Empulse, a new shooter inspired by Titanfall's movement mechanics. The game is slated for an early access release later this year.
Subnautica 2 dev apologises for telling combat-seeking players to "go play Sons of the Forest or something"
Subnautica 2 developer Unknown Worlds has apologized for a previous dismissive comment regarding player requests for more combat options. The studio clarified that while combat is not the focus, they are working on improving creature behavior and player mitigation tools to make encounters feel fairer. The game has seen significant success in Early Access, despite a past legal dispute with former co-publisher Krafton.
Nej, Subnautica 2 kommer inte att få regelrätta strider
Unknown Worlds has addressed player feedback regarding combat in Subnautica 2, stating that the game will not feature traditional combat. Instead, the developers will focus on improving player countermeasures and adjusting enemy aggression to enhance the survival and exploration experience. The game is currently in early access and has received positive reviews.
Quantic Dream lägger ner Spellcasters Chronicles efter bara tre månader
Quantic Dream has announced the shutdown of its multiplayer game Spellcasters Chronicles, which was released in early access in February. The studio cited a failure to reach a sufficient player base as the reason for discontinuation, with the game set to go offline on June 19. Employees from the affected team will be reassigned to other projects, and refunds will be available for players who spent money in the game. Development on Star Wars Eclipse continues.
Evening Previews
This article provides early access impressions of the life simulation game Paralives and an overview of the Specialist Class in Aliens: Fireteam Elite. The Paralives section focuses on the game's development and early access status, while the Aliens: Fireteam Elite section details a specific character class.
Subnautica 2 Studio Acknowledges Need to Do Better With Communication in a Letter to the Community
Developer Unknown Worlds has addressed community concerns regarding Subnautica 2's creature balance, combat, and Early Access communication. The studio is implementing improvements to creature behavior and player tools, emphasizing that the game's focus remains on survival and exploration rather than direct combat. Unknown Worlds also acknowledged a need for better communication regarding its Early Access development process.
Subnautica 2 Has Sold Over 4 Million Copies in Five Days of Early Access
Unknown Worlds' Subnautica 2 has achieved over four million sales in its first five days of Early Access, significantly surpassing the original game's performance. Executive producer Fernando Melo expressed gratitude for the player response, highlighting community feedback's role in shaping the game's future. The game is also available via Game Pass for Xbox Series X/S and PC, with an estimated two-year Early Access period before the 1.0 release.
Fatekeeper Enters Early Access on June 2nd, Full Version Promises 15 Hours of Gameplay
THQ Nordic's Fatekeeper will launch into Early Access on PC on June 2nd, developed by the 13-person team at Paraglacial. The fantasy action adventure will offer approximately two hours of gameplay at launch, with the full version planned to be around 15 hours. The game will be discounted during Early Access, with pricing details to be announced soon.
Quantic Dream cancels Spellcasters Chronicles two months after early access release
Quantic Dream has canceled Spellcasters Chronicles just two months after its early access release. The game's servers are scheduled to go offline in June.
Splitgate studio reveals its new game, looks a lot like its old game
Splitgate developer 1047 Games has revealed its new title, Empulse, a fast-paced 6v6 movement shooter. The game will feature player-controlled mechs with heavy weapons and unique abilities. Empulse is set to launch into early access later this year, with sign-ups available now.
