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After 5 years in early access, one of Steam's best-rated shooters goes on sale one last time before a price increase: "Don't say we didn't warn you!"
New Blood Interactive announced that the retro FPS Ultrakill will increase its base price on Steam to reflect its substantial content additions, including the recent LAYER 8: FRAUD update. This marks the first price hike since 2022, with a final sale currently active before the increase.
Subnautica 2 For PS5? Here's What We Know So Far
Subnautica 2 is currently unavailable on PlayStation 5, despite its success in early access. Developer Unknown Worlds cited Sony's lack of a dedicated early access program as a primary reason, though previous Subnautica titles are available on PlayStation consoles. The game is also not available on Nintendo Switch.
Subnautica 2 has surpassed 2 million sales in 12 hours
Subnautica 2 has achieved over 2 million sales in its first 12 hours of early access launch across PC, Xbox Series X, and the Epic Games Store. The game saw over 651,000 concurrent players, with Steam alone peaking at over 467,000. This success follows a public legal dispute between developer Unknown Worlds and its parent company Krafton.
Forza Horizon 6 immediately beats its predecessor's all-time Steam record with 130,000 concurrent players – and that's only counting people willing to pay $120 for early access
Forza Horizon 6 has set a new Steam record with over 130,000 concurrent players, surpassing its predecessor's peak. This impressive number was achieved by players who purchased the Premium Edition for early access, ahead of the official May 19th release. The game's setting in Japan is also noted as a significant factor in its early success.
Subnautica 2 is looking good on Desktop Linux, it's okay on Steam Deck with caveats
Subnautica 2 has entered Early Access and is running well on Desktop Linux with Proton, offering smooth gameplay at high settings. However, the Steam Deck version has launch issues and requires a workaround, with performance defaulting to low settings and a 30FPS target. The game has achieved over 2 million sales within 12 hours of launch, with a peak of 467,582 concurrent players on Steam.
Forza Horizon 6 explodes on Steam even before it's officially out
Forza Horizon 6 has achieved record-breaking player numbers on Steam even before its official launch on May 19, surpassing previous titles in the series. The Premium Edition's early access has drawn significant engagement, with peak concurrent players already exceeding those of Forza Horizon 5 and 4. Similar enthusiasm is expected on other platforms like Xbox and PlayStation 5.
If Subnautica 2 won't let you select 4K resolution, there's a remarkably easy fix
Subnautica 2, currently in early access, has a simple fix for players unable to select 4K resolution. The issue can be resolved by setting the game to fullscreen in graphics settings, applying the change, and restarting. Alternative solutions involve adjusting Windows 11 display settings or modifying the game's configuration files.
Subnautica 2 makes a splash with 2 million copies sold in 12 hours, 18,000 positive Steam reviews, and 651,000…
Subnautica 2 has achieved significant success in its Early Access launch, selling over two million copies within 12 hours and garnering a large number of positive Steam reviews. The game is currently topping Steam's Top Sellers chart, with the original Subnautica and Subnautica: Below Zero also seeing increased popularity.
Politicians accuse Rockstar of obstructing legal process, eBay rebuffs GameStop, and video game hardware screams now - Patch Notes #52
This week's Patch Notes covers several key industry events, including politicians accusing Rockstar Games of obstructing legal processes related to union-busting allegations for Grand Theft Auto 6. eBay rejected a takeover bid from GameStop, while Nintendo cited geopolitical and technological factors for its Switch 2 price increases. Additionally, Subnautica 2 achieved over a million sales in its first hour, and Valve's new Steam Controller features an audible alert when dropped.
Subnautica 2 Has Already Sold 2 Million Copies And Counting
Subnautica 2 has achieved significant success in Early Access, selling over 2 million copies within days and reaching a peak player count of over 467,000 on Steam. This surge in popularity comes amidst a legal dispute between developer Unknown Worlds and publisher Krafton regarding a potential $250 million bonus tied to the game's performance targets.
As wait for Palworld 1.0 has fans in frenzy, lead says don't expect any "sudden announcement on Discord"…
Pocketpair has stated that there will be no sudden announcement on Discord regarding the 1.0 release of Palworld. The studio indicated that the launch is a significant event and will not be revealed through a casual social media post. Fans are eagerly awaiting the full release, which is expected sometime this year.
Subnautica 2 Is Already Making Waves, Selling 2 Million Copies in Just 12 Hours
Subnautica 2 has achieved remarkable success, selling 2 million copies within its first 12 hours of early access launch. This strong performance marks a significant milestone for the underwater survival and crafting adventure game developed by Unknown Worlds.
Everything Coming To Subnautica 2 Early Access: Co-Op, Sprinting, And New Gameplay Systems
Unknown Worlds Entertainment has detailed upcoming updates for Subnautica 2's early access period on PC and Xbox Series X|S. Initial updates will focus on quality-of-life improvements, including co-op features like voice chat and player trading, before larger content expansions. The game is expected to remain in early access for two to three years.
Everything Coming To Subnautica 2 Early Access: Co-Op, Sprinting, And New Gameplay Systems
Unknown Worlds Entertainment has detailed upcoming updates for Subnautica 2's early access period on PC and Xbox Series X|S. Initial updates will focus on quality-of-life improvements, including co-op features like voice chat and player trading, before larger content expansions. The game is expected to remain in early access for two to three years.
Subnautica 2's first update will add a sprint button, because players are building their bases too big: "they might want to go a little bit faster"
Subnautica 2's first update will introduce quality-of-life improvements including a sprint mechanic, intended to help players navigate their large bases more quickly. Future updates will add proximity chat, emotes, player revives, and eventually larger expansions with new biomes and creatures. The game recently launched into Steam Early Access.
Subnautica 2 already has huge concurrent player counts and has swum to one million sales already
Subnautica 2 has achieved significant success since its Early Access launch, reaching over one million sales across PC and Xbox Series X/S. The game also garnered a peak of 467,582 concurrent players on Steam, far surpassing the original Subnautica's lifetime peak. This strong performance is positive news for developer Unknown Worlds, especially given performance-based bonuses tied to publisher Krafton.
Subnautica 2 Is Off To A Massive Start
Subnautica 2 has achieved a massive launch, attracting over 651,000 concurrent players across Steam, Epic Games Store, and Xbox Series X|S within its first day. The game has already sold over two million copies and is available in Early Access on PC and Xbox Series X|S, with an estimated 2-3 year development period.
How to get and claim Twitch Drops for Subnautica 2
Subnautica 2 is offering a Twitch Drops campaign to celebrate its Early Access release. The article provides instructions on how players can earn and claim in-game rewards through the promotion.
How To Get The Scanner Upgrade In Subnautica 2 - Bioscanner Guide
This guide explains how to obtain the Bioscanner upgrade in Subnautica 2, a tool that provides information on alien beings. Players need to locate the Cicada Wreck, repair a doorway, and find the Bioscanner at the bottom of a shaft. The upgrade requires crafting at a Modification Station using materials like Scanner, Enameled Glass, and Conduit Crystal.
How To Get The Scanner Upgrade In Subnautica 2 - Bioscanner Guide
This guide explains how to obtain the Bioscanner upgrade in Subnautica 2, a tool that provides information on alien beings. Players need to locate the Cicada Wreck, repair a doorway, and find the Bioscanner at the bottom of a shaft. The upgrade requires crafting at a Modification Station using materials like Scanner, Enameled Glass, and Conduit Crystal.