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The Division 2: Into the Dark Introduces New Toxic Dark Zone, Improves PvEvP Experience
The Division 2's latest season, Into the Dark, introduces significant updates to the Dark Zone, including a new Toxic Dark Zone for cooperative play and improved rewards from Landmarks. The season also adds new mechanics for collecting and using Sample Canisters to unlock powerful bonuses.
Star Wrath Demo Launches on Steam
Gaijin Entertainment has announced that a time-limited demo for their upcoming multiplayer extraction-action game, Star Wrath, is now available on Steam. The demo allows players to experience PvP and PvE modes, featuring space raids, dogfights, and resource gathering with customizable spacecraft. A closed beta is also ongoing via the Gaijin.Net service, with Founder's Packs available for instant access.
Morning Multiplex
This article rounds up recent announcements and demo releases for several games. It highlights the devlog for '1666 Amsterdam', the live demo for 'Dash Dash Dead', and the trailer for 'Leafy Corner'. Additionally, it mentions the pixel art extraction shooter 'No Such Place'.
If You're Itching for a Gothic Action RPG, Mistfall Hunter's Free Open Beta Is Now Live on PS5
The open beta for the gothic action RPG Mistfall Hunter is now available for download on PlayStation 5. The game combines Soulslike combat with extraction shooter elements and supports cross-play. The full game is scheduled to launch on July 30th.
Top-Down PvE Extraction Shooter No Such Place Launches Multiplayer Demo
ChillyRoom Game's independent studio Crit Team announced that a public multiplayer demo for their top-down PvE extraction shooter, No Such Place, will be available on Steam starting June 15, 2026. The demo will feature early progression, support for solo and 1-4 player online co-op, and will carry over some data to the full release.
I wish Bungie would stop designing excellent multiplayer shooters and go back to making fantasy strategy games where you…
This article expresses a desire for Bungie to return to developing strategy games like the Myth series, rather than focusing solely on excellent multiplayer shooters such as their new game Marathon. The author highlights the unique tactical squad management and physics-based combat of Myth, lamenting that the games are not readily available digitally or easily playable on modern systems, unlike Bungie's current output.
PUBG extraction shooter, Black Budget, gets a date for its second playtest
PUBG: Black Budget, an extraction FPS developed by Krafton, will hold its second closed alpha playtest from June 26 to June 29 for North America, Europe, and East Asia. Players can request access via Steam, with selected participants able to invite two friends. The game features a story-driven experience on a tropical island with up to 45 players and supernatural elements.
Arc Raiders trials - what's on this week
This guide details the weekly trials available in Arc Raiders for June 8-14, offering players opportunities to earn free loot and improve their leaderboard standing. The trials involve various challenges such as dealing damage to specific enemy types like Snitches, ground-based enemies, and Bastions, as well as opening Arc probes and using Heavy Fuze grenades.
The Psychology of “One More Run”: Why Players Can’t Quit Extraction and Survival Games
This article delves into the psychological appeal of extraction and survival games like Hunt: Showdown, Sea of Thieves, and Vampire Survivors. It explains how the core 'cash-out' decision, near-misses, loss aversion, and sunk cost fallacy contribute to the addictive 'one more run' loop that keeps players engaged. The design of these games leverages psychological principles to create compelling and often tense gameplay experiences.
Extraction shooter peak is finally returning and all you Arc Raiders players should definitely take note
The extraction shooter genre is seeing a resurgence with the upcoming release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's fully-fledged DMZ 2.0 mode. This new iteration promises to build upon the successful PvE-centric elements of the original DMZ, incorporating features like a stealth system, dynamic weather, and improved matchmaking to enhance the player experience. The developers at Infinity Ward aim to accommodate diverse playstyles, drawing parallels to games like Arc Raiders for players seeking a blend of PvE exploration and PvP encounters.
Sand: Raiders of Sophie’s server slam slammed so hard it that early access got booted to June 22
The early access launch for Sand: Raiders of Sophie has been delayed to June 22nd due to critical issues identified during a recent server slam test. Developers Hologryph and TowerHaus stated the test revealed problems that would have led to a disastrous launch. A new server slam test is scheduled for June 15th, and a roadmap will be shared closer to the early access release.
Tunnel for Treasures with Friends in the New Demo for DIG Raiders: Anomaly Extraction, Available Today
A new demo for the multiplayer extraction game DIG Raiders: Anomaly Extraction is available today, featuring five new levels ahead of its inclusion in Steam Next Fest. Developed by Soda Game Studio and published by Infini Fun, the game will release on PC via Steam in 2026. The demo allows players to experience co-op, competitive, or solo missions with distinct goals and mechanics across various environments.
"The game and all of you deserve a proper launch": Dev delays extraction shooter the day before release and hits the emergency Early Access button after Steam players break the servers
Developers Hologryph and TowerHaus have delayed the launch of their extraction shooter, Sand: Raiders of Sophie, from its original June 10th release date to June 22nd for an Early Access launch. This decision was made after a server slam event revealed significant server infrastructure issues and player feedback indicated a need for closer community involvement in development.
40+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Mid-Year Deals Sale
Sony's PlayStation Store is hosting a Mid-Year Deals sale featuring numerous PS5 and PS4 games until July 1st. The article highlights recommended titles such as 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Anger Foot, and Another Crab's Treasure, many of which are at their lowest prices.
MMOs You’ve Never Heard Of: Cave Crave, Frostrail, and Nightholme
This article rounds up lesser-known multiplayer games, including Cave Crave, a VR spelunking simulator that recently added multiplayer for Meta Quest headsets and plans a PC version. Frostrail, a co-op survival game from Barotrauma developer FakeFish, is set for early access in Q4. Nightholme, a PvPvE extraction title where players transform into beasts, is planning a summer playtest.
Whoops! Sand: Raiders of Sophie's server slam got so slammed it isn't coming out tomorrow anymore
The release of Sand: Raiders of Sophie has been postponed from its original June 10th date due to issues encountered during a recent server slam. Developers Hologryph and TowerHaus have decided to move the game to Early Access, with a new release date set for June 22nd, to address server capacity and community feedback. A second server slam is scheduled for June 15th.
One day before launch, extraction shooter Sand gets delayed again—oh, and it's an early access game now, too
The PvPvE extraction shooter Sand: Raiders of Sophie has been delayed again, with its launch now set for June 22. The game will now release into Early Access instead of a full launch, a decision made after player feedback from recent playtests like the Server Slam. The developer cited the need to involve the community more closely and address server stability issues as reasons for the shift.
SAND delayed at the last minute after overwhelming server slam success
SAND: Raiders of Sophie has been delayed from its June 10th release to June 22nd for its Steam Early Access launch. The decision by developer Hologryph and publisher tinyBuild comes after a recent "Server Slam" event exposed significant server stability issues due to overwhelming player numbers. The studio will use the delay to improve infrastructure and plans another large-scale server test for June 15th.
15 PS5 Games from Last Week's Livestreams We Can't Wait to Play
This article highlights 15 upcoming PlayStation 5 games that generated excitement from recent livestreams. The list includes anticipated titles like Alien Isolation 2, Marvel's Wolverine, and Silent Hill: Townfall, alongside sequels and new IPs across various genres. The author expresses enthusiasm for the diverse range of experiences coming to the platform.
Sunset Survival: Miami Announced
Ajvar Studio has announced Sunset Survival: Miami, a new top-down PvE extraction shooter. The game is set in a neon-soaked apocalypse and is scheduled for release on Windows PC via Steam next year.