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Better Than Dead Early Access
The bodycam shooter Better Than Dead has launched its Early Access period on PC via Steam. Developed by MicroProse, the game allows players to engage in combat with a focus on realistic weapon handling.
Call to Arms: Panzer Elite Deploys Major Update Featuring Field HQ System & New Mission "St. Barthélemy"
Call to Arms: Panzer Elite has received a major update introducing the Field HQ system, allowing players to redeploy vehicles and call in reinforcements using earned points. The update also adds a new mission titled "St. Barthélemy," alongside improvements to AI visibility and foundational changes to the game's damage and ballistics systems. This update is available now for PC players in Early Access on Steam.
Palworld Online Trademark By Pocketpair Spotted Online
Pocketpair has filed trademarks for "Palworld Online" in South Korea and the United States, potentially indicating a rebranding for the game's online mode or its upcoming version 1.0 release. Palworld is currently available in Early Access on Xbox Series, Xbox One, and PC, with a PlayStation 5 version scheduled for September 24, 2024, and a mobile version in development.
Better Than Dead Launches Today on Steam
Better Than Dead, a bodycam-style first-person shooter inspired by Hong Kong action cinema, has launched in Early Access on Steam for PC. The game features intense close-quarters combat, a photorealistic Hong Kong setting, and a tight, linear level design. A new launch trailer showcases the game's brutal firefights and fast-paced gunplay.
Subnautica 2 release times
Subnautica 2's early access release is scheduled for May 14, 2026, with simultaneous global launch times varying by time zone. The survival game will be available on Xbox Series consoles and PC, and is also accessible via Game Pass. Preloading is currently available for those who have purchased or subscribed.
Is Subnautica 2 on Game Pass?
Subnautica 2 early access is available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, launching day one for subscribers. Players with Premium or Essential subscriptions can upgrade to Ultimate to access the game. The duration Subnautica 2 will remain on Game Pass is currently unknown, but the original game stayed for approximately three years.
The most wishlisted game on Steam - Subnautica 2 gets an Early Access trailer, pre-purchase and pre-loads
Subnautica 2 has reached 5 million wishlists on Steam and is currently the most wishlisted game. Pre-purchasing and pre-loads are now available, and all players will receive the Reaper Leviathan Statue blueprint at Early Access launch on May 14, 2026, for $29.99 USD. The game is also confirmed to be Steam Deck compatible.
Besmirch Early Access Preview - Harvest Haunt
Besmirch, an 8-bit pixel horror and farming simulator hybrid by solo developer Gangrue, has launched in Early Access. The game challenges players to manage resources and feed a starving town while fending off supernatural threats. Despite needing polish and a clearer introduction to its mechanics, the game offers a compelling blend of genres with satisfying progression and a tense atmosphere.
Games Inbox: What Nintendo Switch 2 games will be announced in June?
Readers speculate on upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 game announcements, potential price increases, and the possibility of a FromSoftware pirate game. Discussions also touch on game review scores, saving for next-generation consoles like the PlayStation 6, and the potential for director's cuts of games like Resident Evil Requiem.
Subnautica 2 Open For Pre-Purchase and Pre-Loading Ahead of Early Access Launch
Subnautica 2 is now available for pre-purchase and pre-loading on PC ahead of its Early Access launch on May 14th. The highly anticipated sequel has already garnered 5 million wishlists across all platforms. The game is expected to remain in Early Access for at least two years, with developers prioritizing fan feedback for future content.
SUBNAUTICA 2 SURPASSES 5 MILLION STEAM WISHLISTS AHEAD OF EARLY ACCESS LAUNCH
Unknown Worlds announced that Subnautica 2 has surpassed 5 million wishlists on Steam ahead of its May 14 Early Access launch. The studio's "First Dive Showcase" livestream drew 70,000 peak viewers and highlighted new gameplay systems, vehicles, and base-building features, including enhanced underwater lighting powered by Unreal Engine 5 and an environmental adaptation system. The game will feature optional co-op for up to four players.
Subnautica 2 Surpasses 5M Steam Wishlists
Unknown Worlds announced that Subnautica 2 has surpassed five million Steam wishlists ahead of its May 14 Early Access launch. The underwater survival adventure will feature Unreal Engine 5 graphics and will offer players a Reaper Leviathan Statue blueprint at launch.
Besmirch out now in Early Access
The survival horror farming simulation game Besmirch has launched in Early Access for PC, priced at $9.99 with a 20% discount for the first two weeks. The Early Access version includes a full annual cycle with playable Autumn and Winter story content, offering 6-12 hours of gameplay. Future updates will add more content for Spring and Summer, additional bosses, and expand the story.
Subnautica 2 hit 5 million Steam wishlists days before its early access launch, so "every player" gets a…
Unknown Worlds Entertainment announced that Subnautica 2 has surpassed five million wishlists on Steam just days before its early access launch. To celebrate this milestone, every player across all platforms will receive the Reaper Leviathan Statue blueprint at the start of early access on May 14.
Subnautica 2 does a first, offering pre-orders and pre-loads on an early access game
Unknown Worlds is enabling pre-orders and pre-loads for Subnautica 2, an unusual move for a game launching into Early Access. This allows players to download the game up to 72 hours before its release, potentially easing server load on Steam given the game's high wishlist count. Regional pricing indicates a cost of approximately $29.99 USD.
STEAM LIBRARY DISPLAY ‘EM UP BOXROOM LAUNCHES INTO STEAM EARLY ACCESS ON MAY 26th
Pantaloon and Nested Loop Studios announced that BOXROOM, a game allowing players to curate and display their Steam libraries, will launch into Early Access on May 26th for PC. The Early Access version will include over 230 items, new catalogue types, Steam Workshop support, and a Photo Mode, with a full 1.0 release planned for 2027.
The chaotic underwater co-op experience dives onto Steam May 14, 2026
Independent developer Khaos Games announced that their co-op submarine extraction game What’Sub will launch in Early Access on Steam on May 14, 2026. The game features up to four players crewing a submarine to extract cargo from hostile underwater depths, with sessions lasting approximately ten minutes before a shark storm arrives.
This week in PC games: Subnautica 2 early access, a Battlestar Galactica roguelite, and Directive 8020 disproving the old saying about space and screaming
This week's PC game releases include the early access launch of Subnautica 2 and the full release of Hotel Architect. New titles also feature the Battlestar Galactica roguelite Scattered Hopes, the horror game Directive 8020, and the tactical shooter Vultures: Scavengers of Death.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight goes live a week early for Xbox players lucky enough to benefit from a Walmart…
Some Xbox players have gained early access to Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, over a week before its official May 22 release date. Users who pre-ordered the game discovered they could download and play it, with the Deluxe edition offering an earlier May 19 launch.
Crazy action game Killer Bean confirmed for launch on June 8
The open-world action game Killer Bean will launch in Early Access on June 8, 2026, for $14.99 USD. The game will feature a single-player campaign, battle arena modes, and procedurally generated islands with various factions and biomes. It is expected to require Proton or Wine for Linux systems.
