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Games PressVery positive

Heroes Get High as Caretakers take to the skies in Update 04: Below Us

Channel37 has released Content Update 4: Below Us for their Early Access title, The Last Caretaker. This major update introduces new traversal options with the Salvage Gyro, expands the game world with locations like Eden Cradle and Project Canticle, and adds systems such as HoloMemory for uncovering past events. The update also includes numerous performance improvements and quality-of-life features.

FZ.sePositive

Ny trailer för actionladdade Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core

Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core, a standalone roguelite spin-off of Deep Rock Galactic, is set to launch into Early Access on May 20th. The game will feature procedurally generated caves, character upgrades, and new equipment, with a planned Early Access period of up to two years. It supports up to four-player co-op or solo play.

GamespotPositive

All Adaptations In Subnautica 2

This guide details how to find all four Adaptations in Subnautica 2, which are DNA upgrades that grant new abilities. These Adaptations are found within Angel Combs and require specific tools or actions to acquire, with some being more challenging than others. Subnautica 2 is currently in early access, with more content expected.

DestructoidPositive

How to play Forza Horizon 6 early

Players can access Forza Horizon 6 early on Xbox consoles by changing their console's region to New Zealand. This method allows access on May 14 for the Premium Edition or May 18 for the Standard Edition, though it does not bypass edition-specific limitations. The Premium Edition offers up to 96 extra hours of gameplay along with additional perks.

GamespotVery positive

Subnautica 2 Overcomes Pre-Release Controversy To Become Massive Hit On Steam

Subnautica 2 has achieved a massive launch on Steam, attracting hundreds of thousands of concurrent players shortly after its release. The game is available in Early Access on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as on Xbox Series X|S. This success follows a tumultuous development period involving its parent company, Krafton.

GamespotNeutral

Where To Find Lithium In Subnautica 2

This guide details how to find Lithium in Subnautica 2, a crucial mineral for advanced blueprints like Plasteel Ingots. Players can locate Lithium deposits in the Zezuran Desert near thermal vents or within the Great Jaw biome, though both areas present significant environmental hazards and require specific preparations and tools.

GamespotNeutral

How To Get Food And Water In Subnautica 2

This guide for Subnautica 2 explains how to manage hunger and thirst in Survival Mode. Players can find or craft Nutrient Blocks for food and process Water Slugs or use Fibrous Pulp for water. An "Digestion Angel Comb" upgrade is necessary to digest alien flora and fauna.

Gaming BoltNeutral

Subnautica 2 Sells Over 1 Million Copies, Peaks at Nearly 468,000 Concurrent Steam Players

Unknown Worlds' Subnautica 2 has achieved over one million copies sold in early access for Xbox Series X/S and PC, with nearly 468,000 concurrent players on Steam. However, some players have raised concerns regarding the game's license agreement, particularly its clauses on content ownership, class-action waivers, and data collection practices which are reportedly non-optional and include sharing and selling.

Gaming BoltVery positive

Subnautica 2 is “Bigger and More Polished” Than Any of Unknown Worlds’ Past Early Access Launches

Unknown Worlds is launching Subnautica 2 into Early Access on PC and Xbox Series X/S, with design lead Anthony Gallegos describing it as "bigger and more polished than anything the studio’s ever done for a first early access release." The studio emphasizes an open development approach, incorporating community feedback to shape the final product. The game has already garnered significant attention with five million wishlists and topping Steam's global sales charts.

Gaming BoltVery positive

Subnautica 2 Early Access – Everything You Need to Know

Subnautica 2 is set to launch into early access on May 14th for Xbox Series X/S and PC, featuring a new planet called Zezura with unique biomes and a mysterious "tree." The game will include optional 4-player co-op, revamped base-building mechanics, new Leviathans, and is developed on Unreal Engine 5. Unknown Worlds plans for the game to remain in early access for at least two years, with no battle passes or paid subscriptions planned.

PC GamerVery positive

Subnautica 2 devs say it's 'bigger and more polished' than any of the studio's previous early access…

Unknown Worlds developers state that Subnautica 2's early access launch is their most polished and largest to date, aiming to incorporate community feedback for future updates. The studio emphasizes a balance between maintaining creative vision and responding to player input, a philosophy that guided the original Subnautica's development.

Rock Paper ShotgunVery positive

Alabaster Dawn is the kind of 2.5D action-RPG spectacle that makes you question the need for "true" 3D

Alabaster Dawn, an early access 2.5D action-RPG from Radical Fish Games, launched on May 7th and features detailed sprite art and fluid combat inspired by Devil May Cry and Kingdom Hearts. The game is estimated to remain in early access for two years, with the full release planned to include seven chapters and approximately 40 hours of gameplay.

The Sixth AxisNeutral

SpaceCraft early access release has been pushed back a few weeks

Shiro Games has delayed the Early Access release of SpaceCraft from May 20th to June 11th to allow for additional polish and integration of final translations. A beta will run starting May 20th, and the developers have revealed details about the launch content, which includes a persistent galaxy, seamless space-to-planet travel, and player-driven corporations and economies.

Blues NewsNeutral

Morning Tech Bits

Forza Horizon 6 early access is set to begin this week, featuring NVIDIA's DLSS Multi Frame Generation and Ray Tracing technologies. Additionally, AMD has expanded its Ryzen 9000 PRO processor lineup with six new models.

Massively OverpoweredNeutral

Subnautica 2 confirms playable but ‘incomplete development versions’ leaked online

Developer Unknown Worlds has confirmed that unofficial, incomplete development builds of Subnautica 2 have leaked online. These leaked versions do not represent the final game's content or gameplay experience. The survival sandbox title is scheduled to enter early access soon.

Retro GamerVery positive

Subnautica 2 multiplayer and crossplay explained

Subnautica 2 will feature multiplayer and cross-platform play from its early access launch on PC and Xbox. Developed by Unknown Worlds, the game allows players to seamlessly join or host multiplayer sessions, with the option to convert single-player saves. The multiplayer experience is designed to complement, not replace, the core solo gameplay.

Games PressPositive

New footage from the upcoming SIRENS demo showcases a Nordic island.

New footage from the upcoming demo of the narrative-driven underwater exploration game Sirens showcases a detailed Nordic island environment. The game, developed by Silent Lamb Studio, will debut in Early Access on Steam for PC. Players will explore both the underwater world and the island, interacting with its inhabitants and uncovering its secrets.

Retro GamerVery positive

Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era hotseat makes me feel like it's 2003 again - and this time, my big brother is…

Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era's hotseat multiplayer mode evokes strong nostalgia for the early 2000s, reminiscent of playing Heroes of Might and Magic 3 with family. The game, currently in Early Access by developer Unfrozen, draws heavily from the classic series while introducing new mechanics like Law Points and a refined leveling system. The author highlights the game's ability to capture the essence of the original while offering an improved experience, expressing hope for future additions like team-up hotseat and the return of specific creature units.

FZ.seVery positive

Dyk ner i lite uppfriskande Subnautica 2-gameplay

Subnautica 2 is set to launch into early access tomorrow, with developer Unknown Worlds estimating a 2-3 year stay in the early access phase. The initial release will feature multiple environments, up to four-player multiplayer, a portion of the story, crafting, and creatures, with more content to be added based on player feedback.

PC GamesNNeutral

Unknown Worlds confirms early Subnautica 2 leak, but warns it's an "incomplete" build

Unknown Worlds has confirmed that unofficial, incomplete builds of Subnautica 2 have leaked online ahead of its early access launch. The developer warns that these builds do not represent the final game and cannot be verified for safety or stability. The studio urges players to wait for the official release on partner platforms.