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Tomo: Endless Blue Planned for Nintendo Switch 2 - NintendoFuse
Indie studio Onibi has announced that Tomo: Endless Blue is planned for release on the Nintendo Switch 2, in addition to the previously confirmed PC version. The game features oceanic exploration, creature collection, and settlement building, with procedurally generated islands. The Nintendo Switch 2 version is subject to Nintendo's approval, and Mac and Linux versions are also planned.
Why You Should Follow Dave the Diver to the Jungle in New DLC Today
Mintrocket has released the "In the Jungle" expansion for Dave the Diver, available now on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming. This substantial DLC, described as a full-fledged expansion rather than a typical DLC, offers up to 10 hours of new content, including new wildlife, cuisines, and exploration in a jungle setting, accessible after completing the main story or directly.
Review: Rise Of The Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration (Switch 2) - The Crown Jewel Of The Survivor Trilogy
Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration has been released on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering a solid port of the acclaimed action-adventure title. The game features satisfying exploration, challenging puzzle tombs, and impressive visuals, though some performance dips and stiff combat controls are noted. This complete edition includes all original DLC, making it a strong addition to the Switch 2 library, particularly for handheld play.
Wreck Runners Expands to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S Ahead of July Launch | Invision Game Community
Disruptive Games announced that its co-op extraction adventure Wreck Runners will launch on July 16, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features teams of up to four players salvaging loot in the Bermuda Triangle while facing supernatural events and dangerous wildlife, utilizing physics-based mechanics and a grappling device called the Scrapjack.
The Outer Islands – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
The Outer Islands is an atmospheric first-person mystery adventure game where players investigate quarantined Scottish islands. The beta demo features exploration of abandoned locations, mechanical puzzles, and environmental clues to uncover the fate of the residents and the Malin family's research. The game emphasizes deduction and exploration with impressive environmental design reminiscent of Myst.
End of Abyss Preview – A Smart Mix of Survival Horror, Exploration, and Twin-Stick Combat
End of Abyss is an atmospheric action-adventure game from Section 9 Interactive that combines survival horror, exploration, and twin-stick combat. The demo showcases a young combat technician investigating a mysterious underground compound, utilizing a scanner for focused exploration and backtracking through a broken facility. Combat is described as fast and tense, with systems like safe rooms and resource crafting supporting the player's progression.
Tham Luang Cave is coming to VR!
3R Games is bringing the Tham Luang Cave to its VR simulation game, Cave Crave, featuring a faithful recreation using LiDAR technology. The update will introduce new swimming mechanics for navigating flooded sections and aims to provide an immersive experience of the iconic Thai cave system. The game is available on Meta Quest, SteamVR, and PlayStation VR2, with a PC version also planned.
Senua is “Quite A Bit Longer” and “More Expansive” Than Previous Hellblade Titles
Ninja Theory has revealed that the upcoming game Senua will be significantly longer and more expansive than previous Hellblade titles. The game will feature an interconnected world with more exploration and puzzle-solving, alongside upgraded combat mechanics. Senua is slated for a 2027 release on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
To a T launch trailer – Nintendo Switch 2 narrative adventure game from the creator of Katamari Damacy
Annapurna Interactive and Uvula have released a launch trailer for the narrative adventure game To a T, developed by Keita Takahashi, creator of Katamari Damacy. Available now on Nintendo Switch, the game follows a teenager with a unique posture navigating life in a coastal town, uncovering a mysterious lineage and new abilities. Players can explore the town, engage in minigames, customize their character, and experience an episodic story.
Over the Hill might slap a chill sheen over SnowRunner’s rugged off-roading, but it’ll still drown your jeep in a second if you let it
Over the Hill is a new off-roading game from Funselektor Labs that offers a more relaxed experience compared to Saber Interactive's SnowRunner and Expeditions. The demo features a Land Rover Defender exploring the autumnal Emerald Lake region, focusing on exploration and scenic views with optional challenge trails and cooperative multiplayer.
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions blasts off into early access today, with a full planet ready for you to explore
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions has launched into early access on PC, offering players a new space exploration experience. Developed by System Era Softworks, the game features cross-platform play and progression, with plans for approximately one year of early access development based on player feedback. The initial release includes a starting planet, missions, and story elements, with future updates planned to introduce new regions, endgame content, and quality-of-life improvements.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis hands-on report
Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog are reimagining Lara Croft's first adventure in Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, blending elements from the original game and its remake. A hands-on preview at Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased the game's emphasis on exploration, puzzle-solving in the Lost Valley, and fast-paced combat against dinosaurs, all while aiming for a modern feel with classic Tomb Raider sensibilities. The game is set to launch on February 12, 2027.
Dark Ride: Sweet Dreams Expands Its Free VR Theme Park Experience With Major Update
Indie VR studio Paleozoic is releasing a major update for its free Early Access VR experience, Dark Ride: Sweet Dreams, on June 16, 2026. The update significantly expands the Far East Alley section with new interactions, scavenger hunt elements, and environmental storytelling, integrating 'The Feline Fix' into the broader Sweet Dreams experience. The game continues to evolve as a modular VR theme park focused on exploration and atmosphere, remaining free for players on Steam and Meta Quest.
Find balance in abstract puzzle adventure What Surrounds Us, launching July 15th on Steam
Florent Martinais, a former developer at Don't Nod, has announced that his new indie puzzle exploration game, What Surrounds Us, will launch on PC via Steam on July 15th, 2026. The game focuses on exploring a delicate ecosystem and solving environmental puzzles to restore balance without dialogue or narration.
Focus Entertainment Partners with Day 4 Night Studios to Publish Action-Adventure Game Bradley the Badger
Focus Entertainment has partnered with Day 4 Night Studios to publish their new action-adventure game, Bradley the Badger. The game, co-founded by industry veterans Christian Cantamessa and Davide Soliani, features action, exploration, and puzzles, and is voiced by actor Evan Peters. This collaboration marks the debut project for Day 4 Night Studios, which was founded in 2024.
Teardown Launches Relics of Barkuna Expansion as Final Season Pass DLC | Invision Game Community
Tuxedo Labs has released Relics of Barkuna, the final DLC for Teardown, available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This expansion shifts focus from heists to exploration and puzzle-solving within a lost civilization, featuring three new maps and 240 hidden relics. The release also marks changes to Steam purchasing options, with the Season Pass and Ultimate Edition being retired in favor of a new Ultimate Bundle.
Where to get the Mortal Shell 2 Mushroom Village Key
This guide explains how to find the Mushroom Village Key in Mortal Shell 2, which is necessary to unlock the Shrine of Trials area. The key is located near a large bonfire surrounded by witches, requiring players to navigate a rope bridge and interact with a hidden statue after defeating the witches.
Aspyr & Crystal Dynamics Reveal Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration for Nintendo Switch™ 2, Available Now
Aspyr and Crystal Dynamics have announced that Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration is now available on Nintendo Switch 2 for $29.99. This edition includes all previously released DLC and bonus content, offering players a complete cinematic adventure with gripping exploration and action. Launch and loyalty discounts are available for a limited time.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond Revealed, Bringing the Purple Dragon Back in Spring 2027
Toys for Bob has announced Spyro: A Realm Beyond, a new Spyro adventure set to release in Spring 2027. This marks the first original Spyro title in nearly two decades and introduces full dragon flight as a core gameplay mechanic. Tom Kenny will reprise his role as the voice of Spyro.
The Old Flesh of Nuraga – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
The Old Flesh of Nuraga is a first-person psychological horror game where players excavate ancient relics with their grandfather in a desert concealing a forgotten god's palace. The beta demo offers approximately 45 minutes of gameplay focused on cleaning and inspecting artifacts, exploring themes of loyalty, obsession, and delusion as ancient horrors emerge.
