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Arctic Drive – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Arctic Drive, a first-person co-op survival simulation game, is currently in its open beta phase. Players must manage a vehicle and scavenge resources in a procedurally generated frozen north, facing challenges like hunger, thirst, and extreme weather.
Dark Mass PS5 physical edition announced
Path Games has announced that the first-person psychological horror game Dark Mass will receive physical standard and Collector's editions for PlayStation 5, distributed by Selecta Play. The game features an underwater setting with a narrative-driven story, ritual puzzles, and a relentless stalker entity.
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Hark the Ghoul is a new first-person dungeon crawler inspired by King's Field and Bloodborne, featuring a unique bug-themed world and a combat system that emphasizes kicking and spellcasting. The game offers deep character customization through background choices that affect NPC interactions. While currently not optimized for Steam Deck, Hark the Ghoul is scheduled for release later this year and has a demo available on Steam.
Dreadline Express Announced
Shoreline Games and David Konecny have announced Dreadline Express, a new first-person psychological horror game. The game is set aboard what is described as the 'last human train'.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review for Nintendo Switch 2
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle offers a compelling first-person adventure on the Nintendo Switch 2, praised for its immersive environments and faithful adaptation of the franchise's spirit. While the port features impressive visual details and ray tracing, it suffers from noticeable frame rate drops in docked mode and occasional technical issues, though these do not detract significantly from the overall high-quality experience.
Dreampainters – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Dreampainters is a first-person puzzle game where players control an artist named Ray, using a paintbrush and colors to solve puzzles in surreal dreamscapes. The game features a narrative involving Neurem Labs and a dream study, with options for both solo and two-player cooperative modes. Beta sign-ups are currently available.
The Adventures of Sir Kicksalot Released
The Adventures of Sir Kicksalot, a first-person action RPG, has been released on Steam for Windows and Linux. Developer Stéphane Le Roy stated that the game draws inspiration from Dark Souls. A 10% launch discount is available.
Olga - Episode 1 finally has its new OFFICIAL TRAILER released
The official trailer for Olga - Episode 1 has been released. Olga is a linear, first-person adventure game with a cozy mystery theme, set in a Slavic-inspired village during autumn. The game features a slow pace, no combat, and focuses on exploration, uncovering ghostly memories, and hidden truths with a blend of warmth and spooky wonder.
The Talos Principle 3 revealed to be "coming soon"
Croteam and Devolver Digital have announced The Talos Principle 3, the concluding chapter of their first-person puzzle series. The game is described as "coming soon" to PC and PlayStation 5, featuring complex puzzles, a narrative exploring life and death, and a new original soundtrack. The story will delve into the history of humanity's future and the mysterious "Anomaly."
The Talos Principle 3 Revealed as the 'Grand Finale' to Great Puzzle Series
Croteam has announced The Talos Principle 3, the concluding chapter in its first-person puzzle series, which is coming soon to PlayStation 5. The game is set in a mysterious world called the Anomaly, where players will solve increasingly complex puzzles while piecing together fragmented memories and the history of humanity.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has launched on Nintendo Switch 2 with a new trailer showcasing its first-person adventure gameplay and motion control support. Developed by MachineGames and executive produced by Todd Howard, the game is set between Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade, tasking players with uncovering ancient mysteries.
Prison Life Sim 2026 - Survival Official Announce
The announcement of Prison Life Sim 2026 - Survival details a first-person simulation focused on resource management and navigating inmate politics within a high-security prison. Players must balance mandatory routines with contraband hunting, with systems tracking health, stamina, and inventory to create a high-stakes survival experience.
WILL: Follow the Light All Achievements Guide
This guide details how to unlock all 35 achievements in the narrative-driven adventure game WILL: Follow the Light. Players take on the role of a lighthouse keeper searching for his missing son, engaging in survival, exploration, and puzzle-solving. The guide lists each achievement and its specific requirements, including secret achievements that involve specific actions or collectibles.
Rite of Osiris Announcement Trailer Released, Steam Page Now Live
Time Break Studios has released the announcement trailer and launched the Steam page for Rite of Osiris, a first-person psychological survival horror game set in ancient Egyptian ruins. Players will explore dark tombs and abandoned sites, managing scarce resources and using physical interaction systems to survive. The game is currently in development for PC.
Dive into a fragmented mind in Shil, a silhouette-based first-person puzzle game from OSM Games
OSM Games has revealed Shil, a first-person puzzle game where players navigate a fragmented mind by manipulating perspective and reconstructing 3D spaces using a two-color silhouette style. The game, developed in collaboration with Nuostabūs Žaidimai, will be released on PC and VR platforms in 2027 and features multiple endings influenced by player choices regarding an AI companion.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle gets first Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay
The first pure gameplay footage for the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has been revealed in a new 15-minute video. The first-person, single-player adventure from MachineGames, executive produced by Todd Howard, is set between Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade. The game is scheduled for release on May 12, 2026.
Atomfall TV Show in the Works from Two Brothers Pictures
Rebellion and Two Brothers Pictures have announced that the video game Atomfall is being adapted into a TV show. The series will be written by Harry and Jack Williams, known for their work on Fleabag and The Missing. The adaptation aims to capture the game's distinctive British tone and unsettling story.
VEIL - Official Trailer Released for First-Person Psychological Horror Game
P Studio has released the official trailer for VEIL, an upcoming first-person psychological horror game for PC/Steam. The game focuses on atmosphere, environmental storytelling, and exploration, with an estimated playtime of 1.5 to 2.5 hours. VEIL follows a weekend trip to a remote island that turns into a nightmare, where players uncover truths and survive fear.
The Confinement Pushes Precision Platforming To The Limit On Xbox
The Confinement, a first-person precision platformer developed by Mr. Dev Studios and published by QUByte Interactive, has launched on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. Priced at £8.39, the game challenges players with brutally precise platforming within a hostile simulation controlled by an AI named AmokAI. It previously released on PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
Valor Mortis Could Redefine the Soulslike Genre
Valor Mortis, a first-person Soulslike from Ghostrunner developer One More Level, aims to innovate within the genre by blending its challenging combat with a supernatural Napoleonic setting. The article discusses the potential pitfalls of translating Soulslike mechanics to a first-person perspective, such as depth perception and readability, and how Valor Mortis attempts to overcome them through mechanics like parrying and adjustable field of view. While acknowledging the game's potential, the author notes that its success hinges on effectively managing perspective issues and delivering a satisfying, albeit potentially different, Soulslike experience.
