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"Probably dead forever": Team behind the incredible Doom and Wolfenstein engine reportedly reduced to 1 person…
Following significant job cuts at id Software, the legendary studio's proprietary id Tech engine reportedly has only one person left working on it. This development raises concerns about the future of the engine, which has powered iconic titles like Doom and Wolfenstein since the mid-'90s. While some speculation exists about potential support from the id Software Frankfurt office, the immediate future of the engine and id Software's projects remains uncertain amidst widespread layoffs impacting Microsoft's gaming divisions.
Wizordum Casts Its Spell on PlayStation 5 with a New Physical Limited Edition from Strictly Limited
The retro-inspired fantasy first-person shooter Wizordum has received a physical limited edition release for the PlayStation 5 today, priced at €34.99. Developed by Emberheart Games and published by Apogee Entertainment, Atari, and Strictly Limited, the game features intense magical combat and '90s-inspired visuals. This release is part of Strictly Limited's ongoing efforts in physical game publishing.
Valve just changed how CS2's bomb works, and it's terrifying
Valve has updated Counter-Strike 2 with significant changes to bomb detonations in Season 5, introducing a more realistic explosive wave that dissipates around corners and does not penetrate walls. This update also includes a new console command to manually detonate thrown grenades by shooting them, potentially for future testing. The update also sees the Cache map added to the active duty pool, replacing Overpass.
Twisted Tower gets August 2026 release on PC — MP3s & NPCs
The action-adventure FPS Twisted Tower is set to release on August 18, 2026, for PC via Steam. Developed by Atmos Games, led by Thomas Brush, the game features a unique blend of Disneyland and BioShock aesthetics with fast-paced combat against corrupted mascots.
THE FINALS Drops Interesting Rules for Season 11 in New Gameplay Trailer
THE FINALS is launching Season 11 on July 9th, introducing new gameplay elements and a new arena called Galaxy Estates. Embark Studios has also revamped melee combat and added Cashout matches against bots. The developers have ended last-gen support to leverage current-generation hardware capabilities.
DEEPWARD Announced
ECHOFALL GAMES has announced DEEPWARD, a new horror-themed first-person shooter. The game is set in the roaring '20s and will be released on Windows PC via Steam with an unannounced release date. It will feature gunplay as a core mechanic.
Flesh & Wire Is a Spin-Off of the Hit POSTAL Series, First Trailer Out Now
Running With Scissors has revealed Flesh & Wire, a psychological horror spin-off of the POSTAL series, with its first trailer. The game introduces a new protagonist, Angel, and returns to the themes of the original POSTAL. Flesh & Wire is set to release in 2027 for PC and PlayStation 5.
Stripped-Back Shooter Empulse Could Be The Titanfall Successor We’ve Been Waiting For
Empulse, a new 6v6 competitive first-person shooter from Splitgate developer 1047 Games, has launched on Steam Early Access. Unlike its predecessor, Empulse focuses on a stripped-back arena shooter experience with no microtransactions and a focus on movement mechanics inspired by Titanfall 2. While the game shows promise with its satisfying traversal and core gunplay, some map designs and mech implementation need refinement.
Rather than rip and tear id Software apart, Xbox should have put the FPS pioneers on Gears of War
Following significant layoffs at Xbox Game Studios, including a reported 50% staff reduction at id Software, the article argues that Xbox should leverage id Software's expertise for the Gears of War franchise. It suggests that id's talent for creating visceral first-person shooter experiences would be a better fit for Gears of War than continuing with their own struggling franchises like Quake Champions or Rage 2.
HMUR Demo coming to steam this September Alongside New Trailer
Publisher Valkyrie Initiative and developer FoxusSexus announced that the demo for HMUR, a fast-paced retro first-person shooter, will launch on Steam in September 2026. A new trailer showcases gameplay, the game's visual style, and its Soviet sci-fi setting.
Deepward, a Brutal FPS Roguelite Set in the 1920s, Announced
Deepward, a new first-person shooter roguelite set in the 1920s, has been announced. Players can choose from six distinct heroes, switching between three on the fly during intense melee and gun-based combat.
Acclaimed PS5 Shooter Gets Expansion Today on PlayStation Store
The story expansion Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations is now available for PlayStation 5 players on the PlayStation Store for $19.99. Developed by id Software and published by Bethesda Softworks, this DLC adds new levels, demons, and the Chain Spear weapon to the acclaimed first-person shooter. It is also included in the Premium Edition upgrade.
Codename CURE II This Month
Raptor Byte and indie.io have announced that Codename CURE II, a free-to-play co-op first-person shooter, will launch on July 24th. Players will be able to team up to battle zombies in the game.
Doom dev id Software loses half its staff and all its coders in Xbox bloodbath
id Software, the studio behind the Doom franchise, has reportedly lost approximately half of its staff, including most of its coders, in recent Xbox layoffs. This significant reduction in workforce has led to concerns about the studio's ability to continue developing its proprietary technology and future titles. Co-founder John Romero expressed concern for the preservation of id Software's legacy amidst these drastic cuts.
Choose My Adventure: Restarting Destiny 2 from a Titan’s point of view
The author restarts Destiny 2 from scratch, choosing a Titan class for this playthrough. Despite initial surprise at the community's choice, they find the game's core gunplay still enjoyable and note surprisingly active multiplayer zones. The article reflects on the game's solid foundation while acknowledging past criticisms and expresses intrigue for future content choices.
DOOM: The Dark Ages - Revelations Released
DOOM: The Dark Ages - Revelations, a new expansion for the first-person shooter DOOM: The Dark Ages, is now available for PC and consoles. This release marks the beginning of new content for the latest installment in the DOOM series.
BLOW-UP: AVENGE HUMANITY – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
BLOW-UP: AVENGE HUMANITY is a fast-paced, single-player first-person movement shooter where players control a large robot to fight aliens. The game features 20 replayable stages, 6 weapons with alternate fire modes, brutal melee combat, and movement mechanics that are lethal to enemies. Inspired by Y2K era shooters, it offers modern takes on retro graphics with colorful gore and includes 4 bosses and an infinite wave mode.
Fight or Kite: Holdfast American Revolution was the perfect way to spend the holiday weekend
The author discusses Holdfast: American Revolution as a perfect way to spend the holiday weekend, highlighting its 75 vs. 75 shooter gameplay and the recent American Revolution update. Despite a slow pace due to realistic musket reload times, the game offers unique class mechanics and a straightforward combat experience, making it an enjoyable drop-in-and-play title.
WAR FANTASY Announcement Trailer: A Technophobic Mindf**k About The Merging Of War Games & Real War
Developer Non-Euclidean has unveiled the announcement trailer for War Fantasy, a psychological horror FPS developed by Nathan Tran. The game explores the merging of war video games and real war, drawing parallels to Spec Ops: The Line and The Stanley Parable. War Fantasy is set to release on Steam, Xbox Series S/X, and PlayStation 5, though a specific release date has not yet been announced.
If you want this free Arc Raiders skin, you need to play the most underrated FPS around
Embark Studios is offering a free cosmetic set, the Voltage Marauder set, for The Finals to players who link their Embark ID in both Arc Raiders and The Finals. This promotion is described as the 'last chance' to obtain these items. The article also praises The Finals as a stylish and destructible FPS with over 800 hours of playtime for the author.
