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Frostrail playtest begins April 16
Shiro Unlimited and FakeFish have announced that a playtest for their cooperative survival first-person shooter, Frostrail, will begin on April 16. Further details about the playtest are expected soon.
World of Tanks: HEAT Closed Beta Test Beginning April 16
Wargaming has announced that the Closed Beta Test for World of Tanks: HEAT will commence on April 16 and run until April 20. The beta will be available on PC, Steam Deck, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nvidia GeForce NOW, featuring multiple game modes including Hardpoint, Control, Kill Confirmed, and Conquest.
Escape From PETSCII Planet - A Wolfenstein 3D inspiration but for the Commodore C64 by Jimbo
Developer Jimbo has released Escape From PETSCII Planet, a new first-person shooter for the Commodore 64 inspired by Wolfenstein 3D. The game features a ray casting engine, alien robots, and multiple difficulty modes, pushing the limits of the 8-bit hardware.
Fulqrum Publishing Brings Three Titles to PlayStation Trials
Fulqrum Publishing has announced that three of its titles are now available as part of PlayStation Trials for PlayStation Plus Premium members. Players can experience "Deathless: The Hero Quest" for up to 3 hours, "Forgive Me Father 2" for up to 90 minutes, and "Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark" for up to 4 hours. Progress made during these trials carries over to the full game purchase.
In a Busy Month for New PS5 Games, Don't Sleep on Mouse P.I. For Hire
Mouse P.I. For Hire, a hand-drawn, rubber hose style first-person shooter inspired by 1930s cartoons, is set to release on PlayStation 5 on April 16th. The game features a noir-fueled detective story, Metroid-style progression, and voice work from Troy Baker.
Foreverthorn – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Foreverthorn is a short first-person shooter where players descend into dungeons beneath Rose Chapel, battling monsters and collecting roses. The game features stylized 3D pixelated graphics, creating a dark atmosphere with approximately one hour of intense gameplay focused on confronting grief. Beta sign-ups are currently available.
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Launch Trailer Released
Fumi Games and PlaySide Studios have released the launch trailer for their noir-inspired first-person shooter, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire. The game, featuring voice acting by Troy Baker, will launch on April 16, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Launch Trailer Releasedv
Fumi Games and PlaySide Studios have released the launch trailer for their noir-inspired first-person shooter, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire. The game, featuring voice acting by Troy Baker, is set to launch on April 16, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
A brutal, single-player twist on Escape From Tarkov, Road to Vostok has finally launched
Road to Vostok, a single-player FPS inspired by Escape From Tarkov, has launched on Steam in Early Access. Developed by Antti Leinonen, the game features realistic survival mechanics, a day-night cycle, and permadeath in its high-risk zones. The game is expected to remain in Early Access for two to four years, with a launch discount available until April 25.
New Arc Raiders patch takes another swing at Stella floor exploits, and stops you from spontaneously combusting
A new patch for Arc Raiders addresses several exploits and bugs, including issues with floor clipping on Stella Montis and unintended damage from Trigger Nades. The update also fixes problems with Assessor loot platforms and a bug that caused players to spontaneously combust near the Medical Research door.
Team-based World War 1 FPS Gallipoli looks promising
Gallipoli is a new team-based first-person shooter that emphasizes realism and historical accuracy set during World War 1. The game aims to provide an authentic experience of the conflict.
Kill It With Fire 2 coming to Switch on May 7
tinyBuild and Casey Donnellan Games announced that the first-person bug extermination game Kill It With Fire 2 will be released on the Nintendo Switch on May 7. The game challenges players to eliminate insect infestations with a variety of tools.
Wrath: Aeon of Ruin VR – Brutal Edition launches on PS VR2 April 9
Wrath: Aeon of Ruin VR – Brutal Edition is set to launch on PlayStation VR2 on April 9. This version of the brutal first-person shooter will be available on the VR platform.
John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando Review
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando is a four-player co-op zombie shooter that offers chaotic horde battles and a class system reminiscent of Left 4 Dead. While the gameplay is enjoyable, especially with friends, the story and dialogue are considered secondary and often skippable. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
INDUSTRIA II launches April 15
The narrative-driven first-person shooter INDUSTIA II is set to launch on April 15 for PC, available on both Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game is the sequel to the original INDUSTIA.
Star Wars Battlefront 2 Just Won’t Stay Dead — and New Players Keep Proving It
Despite its initial reception, Star Wars Battlefront 2 continues to attract new players, prompting a discussion about the current state of multiplayer FPS games. The article questions the saturation of genres like battle royale and hero shooters, expressing a desire for the return of more traditional PvP shooter experiences.
Undertaker – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Undertaker is a gothic first-person shooter set in Transylvania where players hunt eldritch horrors using a combination of melee, firearms, and occult rituals. Inspired by games like Hunt: Showdown and Blood West, the demo features an open world with quests, various enemies, and a boss fight, showcasing impressive stealth and combat mechanics.
Road to Vostok Could Be the Next S.T.A.L.K.E.R.-Like Obsession
Road to Vostok is a single-player hardcore survival first-person shooter emphasizing realism and immersion, drawing comparisons to the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series. Developed primarily by a solo developer named Antti, the game features a persistent world, scarce resources, lethal enemies, and a strong focus on permadeath to create a tense and consequential player experience. Its transparent development and commitment to emergent narratives aim to offer a deeply authentic survival simulation.
Painkiller Review
Anshar Studios' reboot of the Painkiller franchise attempts to revive the series as a co-op arena shooter but falls short of expectations. While featuring a variety of weapons with secondary modes and a roguelike option, the game suffers from a lack of mission and enemy variety, generic environments, and a forced co-op structure that hinders solo play. The game is rated M for Mature and is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Wrath: Aeon of Ruin VR – Brutal Edition launches on PS VR2 April 9
Wrath: Aeon of Ruin VR – Brutal Edition is launching on PlayStation VR2 on April 9. This version is not a direct port but has been rebuilt for VR, featuring new mechanics like sliding, blade dashing, and dual wielding. The PlayStation VR2 version will offer smooth 90Hz performance, adaptive triggers, refined haptics, headset rumble, HDR OLED visuals, and 3D audio.
