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Subnautica 2 System Specifications
The official system requirements for Subnautica 2 have been shared on Steam. The underwater action-adventure game is set to launch in Early Access this month.
Betawatch: Neverness to Everness and Heroes of Might & Magic Olden Era open their gates
Several MMORPGs have launched or entered testing phases, including the full release of Neverness to Everness and early access for Heroes of Might & Magic Olden Era. TERA 2 is confirmed to be in development with Unreal Engine 5, while Scars of Honor and Gods, Death & Reapers are undergoing playtests and alpha phases respectively. Reaper Actual has secured further venture capital funding.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era sold 250,000 copies and 'broke even on development costs' in 1 day
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era achieved significant success in its first day of early access, selling over 250,000 copies and recouping its development costs. The game also received a 'very positive' rating on Steam with 91% of over 3,500 user reviews being favorable, and reached a peak of nearly 52,000 concurrent players.
Far Far West is a surprise hit on Steam, but its players have one demand: A yeehaw button
Far Far West, a co-op robot cowboy shooter from French studio Evil Raptor, has become a surprise hit on Steam, selling 250,000 units in its first 48 hours of early access. While players praise its co-op gameplay, comparing it to Deep Rock Galactic and Helldivers, the community's primary demand is the addition of a 'yeehaw' button for added camaraderie and expression.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era "broke even on development costs in just one day" as it launches to 90%…
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has achieved significant success since its launch into Steam Early Access, with the developers at Unfrozen reporting that development costs were recouped within the first 24 hours. The game has garnered over 3000 reviews, with more than 90% positive, and has seen over 50,000 players.
Hit cowboy co-op shooter's servers are struggling, developer says its service provider 'is currently drinking…
The co-op shooter Far Far West, developed by Evil Raptor, is experiencing server issues due to a spike in player count overwhelming its network provider's anti-DDoS system. This prevents players from joining public lobbies or claiming in-game promo codes. The game is still playable solo or with friends via direct invites, and has achieved an "overwhelmingly positive" rating on Steam with over 250,000 copies sold in two days.
Early access sandbox MMORPG Bitcraft’s latest patch adds a quest to let you bee yourself
The early access sandbox MMORPG Bitcraft has received a new patch that introduces a quest allowing players to obtain a bee mask. The update also includes a quest to unlock a new boat, the ability to gather auric metal with new crafting recipes, and various inventory fixes and improvements.
Outbound will launch earlier than planned because of Subnautica 2
Square Glade Games has moved the release date for their game Outbound forward to May 11th on PC platforms to avoid a direct clash with the Early Access launch of Subnautica 2 on May 14th. The PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch versions of Outbound will still release on May 14th. Outbound is a co-op exploration game where players travel in an upgradable camper.
Subnautica 2 Early Access release date set for May 14th
Unknown Worlds has announced that Subnautica 2 will launch into Steam Early Access on May 14th for $29.99, with all future updates included. The article also touches on past legal disputes between the developer and publisher Krafton regarding founder compensation.
Irreverent co-op extraction FPS Far Far West enters early access with strong sales and player reviews
The co-op extraction shooter Far Far West, developed by Evil Raptor and published by Fireshine Games, has achieved strong sales in its first 48 hours of early access on Steam, selling over 250,000 copies. The game has also garnered an "overwhelmingly positive" user review score and reached a peak of over 34,000 concurrent players. Developers have released a hotfix addressing bugs, save file backups, and in-game balance adjustments.
Subnautica 2's early access system requirements are on the punishing side
Subnautica 2's PC system requirements for early access have been revealed, with a minimum of 12GB of RAM needed to run at 1080p and 30fps on low settings. The game, developed by Unknown Worlds and published by Krafton, will launch into early access on May 14th and runs on Unreal Engine 5. Recommended specs include 16GB of RAM and an 8GB graphics card, with 32GB of RAM required for 4K high settings at 60fps.
Subnautica 2 early access launches globally on May 14, and here’s when it goes live in your region
Subnautica 2 will launch into early access globally on May 14, 2026, with Unknown Worlds announcing specific release times for various regions. The game will be priced at approximately $29.99 USD, with regional pricing to follow. The announcement was accompanied by a trailer and follows the game's move to self-publishing on Steam after a legal incident with Nexon.
The new PC games of May 2026: Forza, 007 First Light, and early access games galore
May 2026 is set to bring a variety of new PC game releases, including major titles like Forza Horizon 6 and 007 First Light, alongside numerous early access titles. Notable early access games include Dead as Disco, Paralives, and Shift at Midnight. The month also features significant updates for live service games such as Phasmophobia and Path of Exile 2.
Duskfall Settles in with UnderMine 2’s 0.7 Update, Available Today!
Thorium has released the 0.7 Duskfall Update for UnderMine 2, introducing a new starting area, a new boss, a market, and a challenging "The Grim Crucible" difficulty mode. This update adds significant content as the game continues its journey towards a full 1.0 launch, building upon its action-roguelike gameplay with new characters, local co-op, and an Arcana system.
Monthly Video Game Releases: May 1st to 29th | Console Creatures
Console Creatures provides a comprehensive list of video game releases scheduled for May 2026 across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and other platforms. The article details full game launches, DLC, expansions, demos, and early access titles, along with a preview of June 2026 releases.
Far Far West is Steam's latest indie success story, racking up 250,000 sales and a 97% rating in just two days
Far Far West, an extraction shooter with a fantasy Old West theme developed by Evil Raptor, has achieved significant success on Steam, selling 250,000 copies and earning a 97% positive rating within its first two days. The game supports up to four-player co-op and features a blend of cowboy weaponry and elemental magic. Currently in Early Access with a launch discount, its price is expected to increase upon full release.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era Tops 250k Sales in One Day
Unfrozen, Hooded Horse, and Ubisoft announced that Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has sold over 250,000 units in its first day of Early Access on PC. The turn-based strategy revival, the first new entry in the series in a decade, achieved this milestone within 16 hours of its release. Future updates planned for Early Access include more campaign maps, scenarios, and a Spectator Mode.
Subnautica 2 Launches in Early Access Release Date Announced
Unknown Worlds Entertainment announced that Subnautica 2 will launch in Early Access on May 14 for Xbox Series and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store, also available on Game Pass. The underwater survival adventure game allows for single-player or cooperative multiplayer with up to three friends as players explore a new alien world and adapt to survive.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era Storms Into Early Access With A Return To Strategy Royalty
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has launched in Early Access on PC via the Xbox Store and Steam, with a Day One release on Game Pass. The game focuses on classic turn-based tactical combat, empire management, and hero progression, featuring six distinct factions and over a hundred unique heroes. While currently PC-only, the developers at Unfrozen, published by Hooded Horse, plan to evolve the game with new content and balancing updates.
Camelot Unchained posts roadmap, continues closed testing, and acknowledges lack of access
Camelot Unchained is continuing closed testing with regular updates, though direct player access through preorders is currently unavailable due to logistical issues. The latest build introduces a new archetype, the Devout, expanded chat channels, new trade skills like Cooking and Alchemy, and significant improvements to lighting and animations. The development team has also shared a roadmap detailing upcoming work on atmosphere, crafting, and new character classes.