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Don’t Starve Elsewhere is the sequel to the ‘uncompromising’ multiplayer survival game set in a fantasy world
Klei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, the sequel to their multiplayer survival game Don't Starve Together. The new title will retain the series' signature uncompromising survival gameplay and blend of 2D and 3D visuals, but will be set in a dark gothic fantasy realm with new biomes and resources. The game is available for wishlisting on Steam.
Secrets Of Strixhaven: Why We're Excited For MTG To Send Us Back To School
Magic: The Gathering is returning to the Strixhaven setting with the Secrets of Strixhaven set, which is generating excitement among players. The article highlights five key reasons for this anticipation, including the unique wizard school theme, the return of published MTG fiction with a companion novel, the fresh two-color focus of the colleges, the introduction of the Emeritus creature cycle with unique mechanics, and the reopening of the Mystical Archive bonus sheet featuring iconic spells.
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin Review
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is described as a run-of-the-mill anime fantasy game. The review suggests it does not offer a particularly unique or groundbreaking experience.
Scorched Warfare – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Scorched Warfare is a strategy action war game set in a fantasy world where players command troops in medieval-style battles with roguelite customization. The game features both third-person warmaster combat and a tactical overhead view for troop positioning. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Don’t Starve Elsewhere Is Klei’s Next Game
Klei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, a new roguelike RPG with fantasy and survival elements, set to release on PC. The game will feature returning characters from the original Don't Starve and support online co-op multiplayer for up to four players. A release window has not yet been announced.
"Fantasy-style GTA" open-world game reportedly canceled after 2 years of work at Nexon
Nexon has reportedly canceled its unannounced open-world fantasy game, codenamed Project EL, after approximately two years of development. The game was described as a "fantasy-style GTA" and was being developed by a team led by director Shim Ki-hoon. This cancellation comes shortly after Patrick Söderlund was appointed as Nexon's executive chairman.
Hidden Gem 2021 PS5 Adventure Game Under $5 on PS Store
The Viking-themed fantasy adventure game Apsulov: End of Gods, released in 2021 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, is currently available for under $5 on the PlayStation Store as part of a Spring Sale. Developed by Angry Demon Studio, the game features a unique blend of technology and mythology and supports 4K and HDR on PS5.
Equitania – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Equitania is a horse racing and archery game where players perform trickshots and chain combos while bonding with their sentient horse, Silver. The game rewards accuracy over speed, with a focus state to slow time for precise shots. An open beta is currently available, allowing players to request access.
Just Cause studio's canned dragon-riding fantasy romp AionGuard "would have been Crimson Desert", reckons former Avalanche creative head
Former Avalanche Studios creative head Christofer Sundberg revealed that the studio's canceled dragon-riding fantasy game, AionGuard, would have shared many similarities with Crimson Desert. The game, which was in development in the late 2000s, featured open-world exploration, stronghold capture, and magical powers, but was ultimately canceled due to a lack of a publisher.
Avalanche Almost Had Its Own Crimson Desert, Per Former CCO
Former Avalanche Studios Chief Creative Officer Christofer Sundberg expressed regret over the troubled development of AionGuard, a game he believes could have achieved what Crimson Desert has. He revealed that the publisher abruptly canceled the project via text message due to a shift in business direction. Sundberg feels AionGuard was a wasted opportunity to push gaming boundaries early on.
Avalanche's cancelled AionGuard 'would have been Crimson Desert' but the publisher 'broke up with us…
Avalanche Studios co-founder Christofer Sundberg revealed details about the cancelled fantasy open-world game AionGuard, which he claims would have been similar to Crimson Desert. The project was reportedly cancelled by a major publisher, later identified as Disney Interactive Studios, due to a shift in business strategy. Sundberg also discussed another cancelled project, Arcadia Rising, which was affected by THQ's financial troubles.
Disciples: Domination Review
Disciples: Domination is a strategy RPG that offers a competent but ultimately unremarkable experience. While the throne room sections present compelling moral dilemmas, the core turn-based battles become repetitive over the roughly 35-hour campaign due to spongey enemy healthbars and a lack of strategic depth. The game also suffers from muted visuals and poor voice acting.
The Most Epic Fantasy & Science Fiction Site in Reality
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Notable Movies and Series Currently Streaming on Prime Video
Prime Video offers a diverse selection of 13 notable movies and series across various genres, regions, and fandoms. The list includes titles like The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, the K-drama Doctor Detective, and the animated series The Legend of Vox Machina, catering to a wide range of viewer tastes with fantasy epics, dramas, and culturally specific stories.
Coming-of-Age Stories Where Secrets and Suspense Drive the Narrative
This article discusses fifteen compelling coming-of-age stories that blend themes of self-discovery with mystery, dark academia, and fantasy. These narratives explore the challenges and transitions of growing up through compelling plots driven by secrets, suspense, and supernatural undertones.
Prime Video Originals and Standout Titles Worth Streaming
Prime Video offers a diverse global catalog of content, moving beyond endless scrolling with a wide range of genres and international titles. The platform highlights 13 fan-favorite series, including fantasy epics like The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, animated adventures like The Legend of Vox Machina, and culturally significant dramas such as Three Little Birds and Small Axe.
The new Masters of the Universe trailer is here, and its colorful, epic-looking action is warming my millennial heart
The new trailer for Masters of the Universe has been released, showcasing colorful and epic action. The film, set to release on June 5, features an adult Adam, who has been imprisoned and reveals that Skeletor destroyed their world and took Teela's family. The trailer also offers glimpses of Snake Mountain and Adam wielding the Power Sword.
Fantasy Visual Novel 'Lilac' Launches on Steam; Two Versions Featuring a Male or Female Main Cast
The fantasy visual novel Lilac has been released on PC via Steam by publisher Bushiroad and developer Frontwing. The game is available in two versions, "Lilac -side Witch-" and "Lilac -side Wizard-", each featuring a different main cast and minor story variations, with both versions costing $24.99 individually or $49.98 as a bundle.
Live from PAX East: Digital Extremes Reveals Adrenaline-Pumping Voruna Prime Trailer, Plus All-New Soulframe Pact and Mount Showcased
Digital Extremes held a PAX East panel revealing new content for Warframe and Soulframe. Warframe will receive the Voruna Prime variant on April 8, along with new deluxe skins for Dante and Baruuk, and a Mesa Heirloom skin. Soulframe showcased teasers for its Duelo Pact and Wolf Mount, with the 14th Preludes update arriving in April for PC.
Former Battlefield, Star Wars developers announce DnD-inspired adventure title—and it looks promising
Former DICE developers, including Dennis Brännvall, have announced Wyldheart, a co-op fantasy adventure game inspired by tabletop Dungeons & Dragons. The game features a sandbox environment with extensive player agency, survival mechanics, and a rumor system for discovering quests. Wyldheart is currently being crowdfunded on Kickstarter.