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Operation Terra enters Early Access
Diamond Tao has announced that its new FPS/RPG hybrid, Operation Terra, is now available in Early Access on PC and Mac via Steam. The game is set in a post-climate change future where players fight droids and machines, featuring a character progression system, base upgrades, and unlockable powers.
10 amazing indies to check out in April 2026!
This article highlights ten independent games releasing in April 2026 across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2. Featured titles span genres like narrative adventure, turn-based RPG, cyberpunk action, puzzle-adventure, and auto-battler card games, with developers like imissmyfriends.studio, Iridium Studios, and Digixart showcasing their new projects.
Battlefield 6 captures the 'gritty, authentic, modern soldier experience' according to its audio director
Ripple Effect studio audio director Jeff Wilson discussed the soundtrack for Battlefield 6, aiming for a "gritty, authentic, modern soldier experience." The music is thematic in the campaign, scaled back in multiplayer to emphasize sound effects, and features subtle motifs tied to the campaign's story arcs. The overall audio design aims to convey a grounded and authentic sense of heroism.
Wonder Egg Hunt Event Guide in Heartopia
This guide details the Wonder Egg Hunt event in Heartopia, a seasonal in-game event running from April 4 to April 27, 2026. Players must find eight hidden easter eggs around Central Square to unlock exclusive rewards, including resident-themed ornaments and cosmetic items.
All Resident Easter Eggs Locations in Heartopia
This guide details the locations of eight Resident Easter Eggs within the game Heartopia for the Wonder Egg Hunt event. Players need to find these egg ornaments scattered around Central Square, take a picture of each, and claim rewards through the event section. The event runs from April 4 to April 27, 2026, with four eggs available on the first day and the remaining four spawning on April 5.
Revival Hymn Event Guide in Heartopia
This guide details the Revival Hymn event in Heartopia, part of the game's Spring celebration. The event runs from April 4 to April 27, 2026, and allows players to earn exclusive rewards by collecting 'Spirit's Bunny Pom-Poms' through daily activities and completing resident requests. These currency items can be exchanged for various in-game items, including decorations and recipes, at the event's Exchange Store.
This Nightdive-remastered 3DO shooter shows why it took Halo to break PC gaming's FPS hegemony
This analysis discusses PO'ed, a 1995 first-person shooter originally developed by Any Channel and published by The 3DO Company, which has been remastered by Nightdive Studios. Despite its innovative features for the time, such as a chef protagonist and a jetpack, the game is criticized for its clunky controls, disorienting level design, and crude humor. The article also touches on Nightdive Studios' mission of game preservation, using PO'ed as an example of a flawed but historically significant title.
Almost Every PS VR2 Game Reviewed (Part Sixteen / Letter P) - The AmigaGuru Gamer Blog
This article reviews several PlayStation VR2 games, focusing on "Paint The Town Red VR," "PAVLOV," "Pistol Whip," "Pixel Ripped 1995," and "Puzzling Places" as standout titles. Other reviewed games like "Paper Beast Enhanced Edition," "Peaky Blinders: The King's Ransom," "PHASMOPHOBIA," and "Presentiment Of Death" are noted for performance issues or jank, while "Propagation: Paradise Hotel" is praised for atmosphere but criticized for an abrupt ending.
WW1 Gallipoli Thrust Me Into One of the World’s Most Violent Conflicts | IGN Preview
WW1 Gallipoli, the next installment in the realistic first-person war-shooter series, is set to release this summer. Based on a brief hands-on experience at PAX East, it may be the best entry in the franchise to date.
Outstanding Balance Quest Guide in ARC Raiders
This guide details the 'Outstanding Balance' quest in ARC Raiders, a new objective added with the Flashpoint update. Players must locate Dodger's stash in the traffic tunnels, find his backpack near Pilgrim's Peak, and then deliver Dodger's Note to Tian Wen in Speranza, all within a single round to receive rewards including the Aviator Outfit.
Clamoring for Attention Quest Guide in ARC Raiders
This guide details the 'Clamoring for Attention' quest in ARC Raiders, added in the Flashpoint update. Players must visit the Blue Gate map and complete three objectives: repair and sound an emergency siren, start a boom box with a battery, and sound a bus horn. The quest requires players to bring 3 Wires and 1 Battery, which can be found in-game or brought in their kit.
Our favorite open world FPS indie gem is getting New Game+, Spider-Man swinging, and wallrunning later this month
Greylock Studio's indie FPS Echo Point Nova is set to receive a significant update later this month, introducing a New Game+ mode with customizable unlocks, randomized elements, and three new movement styles: jetpack, wallrunning sprint, and a Spider-Man-like rope grapple. The update aims to enhance replayability and offer new ways to experience the game's high-speed gunplay.
ARC Raiders: How to Get Surge Coil Blueprint and Craft It
This guide explains how to obtain the Surge Coil blueprint and craft the deployable device in ARC Raiders. The Surge Coil blueprint is found by looting containers during an Electromagnetic Storm event on specific maps. Crafting requires an Explosives Station Level 3 and specific materials like Electrical Components, Sensors, and Hornet Drivers.
DOOM Eternal Launches on GOG With DRM Free Offline Play Support and No BethesdaNet Account Requirement
DOOM Eternal is now available on GOG without requiring a Bethesda.net account for offline play, offering a DRM-free experience. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes the base game, Year One Pass expansions, a Demonic Slayer skin, and a classic weapon sound pack. The first-person shooter features fast-paced combat with a variety of weapons and abilities against demonic forces.
You can now play Black Ops 7's unique co-op extraction mode for free
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's cooperative extraction mode, Endgame, is now available for free for a limited time, even for players who do not own the full game. This PvE mode, which combines elements from Warzone DMZ and MW3 Zombies, allows players to gear up and complete objectives across its Avalon map. Season 3 has introduced new 'operations,' a 'Warband' skill track, two exotic weapons, and an overhauled loadout system.
Nintendo Switch Triumphs: Star Fox and Mario Steal the ... | TAG
Several gaming news outlets report on recent updates and releases. Star Fox titles are now available on Nintendo Switch Online, while Slay the Spire 2 enters early access. Bungie is buffing the Recon class in Marathon, and Marvel and DC are set for a Spider-Man/Superman crossover in 2026. Additionally, Take-Two has reportedly laid off members of its AI team.
From Horror to RPGs: 10 Games Worth Playing This Month – Top Games April 2026
April 2026 offers a curated selection of games, balancing a few larger titles with smaller, momentum-building releases. This month's list includes diverse genres such as anime-styled action, narrative survival visual novels, hybrid RPGs, adventure horror, life simulations, sci-fi roguelites, cyberpunk platformers, retro shooters, and classic survival horror.
After 36 years at the legendary FPS studio, Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel is retiring
Brian Raffel, co-founder and Vice President of Raven Software, is retiring after 36 years with the studio. Raven Software, known for its work on titles like Heretic, Soldier of Fortune, and multiple Call of Duty games including Warzone, has been a significant FPS developer since its founding in 1990. Raffel also held a Vice President role at Activision following Raven's acquisition.
XDefiant’s Phoenix Protocol: Ubisoft’s Bold F2P-to-Premium Resurrection
Ubisoft is relaunching its tactical shooter XDefiant as a premium title on April 20, 2026, after a year-long overhaul. The game will be priced at $67.67, marking a significant shift from its original free-to-play model. This move is seen as a bold experiment in the current gaming market, potentially influencing future shooter development if successful.
Revisiting the last truly great Call of Duty
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) is revisited as the last truly great entry in the series, praised for its atmosphere, sound design, and grounded realism. The article highlights its superior gunplay and attachment customization compared to later titles, lamenting the shift towards cosmetic collaborations and the integration with Warzone.
