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Games Inbox: Will tonight’s State of Play be a good one?
Readers discuss their hopes and concerns for Sony's upcoming State of Play showcase, with speculation about potential announcements and the performance of games like Grand Theft Auto 6 on less powerful hardware. Other topics include the value of early access, the future of handheld gaming devices like the ASUS ROG Ally, and the perceived state of the Xbox and PlayStation brands.
Dark Light: Survivor Early Access Review – Bullet Mayhem
Dark Light: Survivor is an Early Access survivor-like shooter that blends modern technology with fantasy elements, offering a unique twist on the genre. While it suffers from a lack of content and some UI/UX refinements, its core gameplay loop of manually controlling weapons alongside passive abilities is engaging. The game is currently available on PC and is planned for 1 to 1.5 years in Early Access.
30 Biggest Potential Announcements from the Summer of Gaming
The Summer of Gaming is set to feature numerous potential announcements from major publishers and developers. Expected reveals include release dates for Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, and Phantom Blade Zero, new trailers for Grand Theft Auto 6 and Ananta, and potential reveals for remakes like Resident Evil: Code Veronica and Virtua Fighter Crossroads. Updates are also anticipated for games like OD, State of Decay 3, and Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, alongside potential announcements for new titles and expansions across various franchises.
MMOs You’ve Never Heard Of: Prado Traveler, Delphiniums Rise, and Serpent’s Gaze
This article rounds up lesser-known multiplayer games, including the walking RPG Prado Traveler for iOS and Android, the full-loot FFA PvP game Delphiniums Rise from Delphinium Studio, and the co-op Soulslike Serpent's Gaze which has entered early access on PC. Delphiniums Rise is preparing for a closed alpha for Patreon backers, while Serpent's Gaze has received a "very positive" review score on Steam.
Neojac’s early access cowboy survivalbox Frontier Legends was hit with a wave of furious gamer reviews
Neojac's early access Wild West survival sandbox, Frontier Legends, has been met with a wave of negative reviews on Steam, with players citing issues like Unreal Engine asset flipping, potential AI art usage, and unplayable gameplay. The game saw a peak of only 144 players, which has since dropped to 20. Neojac has released a hotfix for several bugs and shared a development roadmap.
Camelot Unchained, set for Steam early access tomorrow, will keep its servers up all week
Camelot Unchained is launching its Steam Early Access on June 2, 2026, after a decade since its initial Kickstarter. Unchained Games announced that servers will remain online for the entire week to celebrate the launch. The game has faced several delays and criticisms since its 2013 crowdfunding campaign.
Entropy launches in Early Access on August 18
The turn-based RPG Entropy is launching in Early Access for PC via Steam on August 18. The game is described as "hellish" and will be available on the platform.
Kats Trigger shows off provocative character move set
The early access side-scrolling action game Kats Trigger has released footage showcasing the moveset for its character Stray, including unique combat mechanics like crushing enemies with her thighs and using a cardboard box for stealth. The game, inspired by 1980s-2020s media, features fast-paced noir action with elements of hacking, shooting, grappling, and stealth, alongside battles against colossal enemies. Kats Trigger is currently available in Early Access on Steam.
REKA launches August 18
The "living witch cottage" game REKA is set to leave Early Access and officially launch for PC via Steam on August 18. The game allows players to manage a witch's cottage.
Nurture a World with Kindness Cozy God Game Ornelia Announced for Steam Early Access
Gameleon Studio has announced Ornelia, a benevolent god game and village builder, which will be available on Steam Early Access soon. Players will nurture a world and its inhabitants through acts of kindness, with both a creative sandbox mode and an upcoming adventure mode focused on restoring the world from a encroaching darkness.
Cozy god game Ornelia announced for PC
Gameleon Studio has announced Ornelia, a village builder and god game launching first in Early Access for PC via Steam. The game emphasizes kindness and creation, allowing players to nurture a world and its inhabitants. Ornelia will feature a creative sandbox mode at launch, with an Adventure Mode planned for the full release.
How to get the Feedback Resonator in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to obtain the Feedback Resonator, an item crucial for progressing through the early access content of Subnautica 2. The Feedback Resonator is identified as a key component for the endgame.
Morbid Metal Preview: Incredible Fast-Paced Roguelike | Invision Game Community
Morbid Metal is a fast-paced, action-packed roguelike game from developer SCREEN JUICE and publisher Ubisoft, featuring stylish hacking and slashing combat. The Early Access title allows players to upgrade their mech and switch between characters on the fly, offering deep combat mechanics reminiscent of classic hack and slash games. The game boasts gorgeous graphics, a killer soundtrack by Blue Stahli, and is well-suited for platforms like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch.
Enter the Chronosphere is a ridiculously stylish and engaging turn-based bullet hell
Enter the Chronosphere is a stylish turn-based bullet hell game that combines real-time combat adrenaline with tactical thinking, where time only moves when the player moves. The game features procedurally generated levels, unlockable characters with unique styles, and a vibrant art style. Currently in Early Access with an estimated six months until full release, it offers over 40 hours of metaprogression.
Reaper Actual’s early access lands with a thud as Smed calls out a reviewer for giving game keys to cheaters
Distinct Possibility Studios' extraction MMOFPS Reaper Actual launched into early access with numerous player complaints regarding bugs, poor performance, and limited content, resulting in a 'negative' aggregate review score on Steam. Studio head John Smedley also publicly accused a reviewer from TheBigBois of unethical behavior for distributing game keys to cheaters.
Major update for the Legend of Khiimori adds horse taming!
The Legend of Khiimori has received its Peaceful Wilds update, introducing features like wild horse taming and a new Peaceful Mode. The game, currently in early access on Steam and the Epic Games Store, is developed by Aesir Interactive and published by Mindscape. This update also includes environmental and gameplay fixes, with more content planned for the future.
THE SCROLL OF TAIWU: BEYOND THE DOME LEAVES EARLY ACCESS JUNE 17 WITH FULL ENGLISH SUPPORT FOR THE FIRST TIME
ConchShip Games announced that The Scroll of Taiwu: Beyond the Dome will leave Early Access and launch as V1.0 on June 17, 2026, with full English support for the first time. The martial arts sandbox RPG has captivated over 3 million players during its eight-year development and will feature new storylines, enhanced AI, and improved gameplay systems at launch.
Paralives How to Get Married Guide - After Engagement
This guide details how to get married in the life-simulation game Paralives, explaining that the current marriage mechanic is an elopement option triggered by discussing the relationship after engagement. The game is currently in early access and has received positive player reviews on Steam.
Path of Exile 2 tops 400,000 players on Steam following major update
Path of Exile 2 saw a significant surge in players on Steam, reaching over 421,000 concurrent users following the "Return of the Ancients" update and a free-to-play weekend. The update introduced new story content, endgame improvements, and build planning tools. Grinding Gear Games now faces the challenge of player retention during its Early Access period.
Nästa stora Factorio-uppdatering blir spelets sista
Factorio's upcoming update 2.1 will be the final major content update, shifting focus to bug fixes, modding features, and general improvements rather than new planets, enemies, or research trees. The developers are also working on new projects but will not reveal them yet. The game has had a long development cycle, starting in 2013 and reaching full release in 2020, with a Nintendo Switch version and the Space Age expansion released in 2024.