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We played Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen on Nintendo Switch 2, here are our thoughts
A preview of Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen on a Nintendo Switch 2 dev kit highlights smoother gameplay and improved visuals compared to the original Dragon's Dogma. The demo showcased engaging combat and exploration, leaving a positive impression despite initial reservations about the series.
Gravhounds Revealed: Co-op Chaos with Bio-Engineered Dogs in Space
Gravhounds, the debut title from independent studio Octopus Panic, has been revealed and will launch into Game Preview on Xbox Series X|S and PC on November 2, 2026, also available day one with Xbox Game Pass. The co-op game features players as bio-engineered dogs working together to salvage alien worlds, build infrastructure, and survive hostile environments using a gravity-manipulating tool. The developers, who have prior experience on franchises like Halo and Battlefield, aim to create a systemic experience where player choices and emergent gameplay lead to unpredictable challenges.
Control Resonant Made Me Feel Foolish For Ever Doubting It — IGN First
After playing two new missions for Control Resonant, the author expresses regret for ever doubting the game. This article serves as a final preview of the upcoming title.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, Vapor World: Over the Mind, Blood Dungeon, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles to its library, including day-one releases like Vapor World: Over the Mind, Blood Dungeon, and Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy. The service will also see new additions such as Egging On, BlazBlue Entropy Effect X, Relooted, Starsand Island, Aerial_Knight’s DropShot, Young Suns, and Shelldiver. Additionally, Wolfenstein 3D and Once Human are receiving in-game benefits for Game Pass subscribers, while several games, including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered Edition and NBA 2K26, will be leaving the service soon.
Sandustry on Game Pass Turns Every Pixel Into A Factory Floor
Sandustry, a factory simulation game where players build automated production lines on a destructible planet, has launched in Game Preview on PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate. Developed by Lantto Games and published by Hooded Horse, the game treats individual grains of sand and other elements as physical resources with unique properties. Priced at £12.99, Sandustry is currently PC-only despite its Xbox Store listing and is considered a work in progress.
FIRST LOOK: Scramble Star Crossing
This article provides a first look at the upcoming game Scramble Star Crossing, offering initial impressions on its gameplay, narrative, and lore. The piece aims to highlight promising new projects in the crowded gaming market.
Why These Two Very Different Games Are Getting Rave Reviews And Attention Right Now
Mixtape and Subnautica 2 are receiving significant attention and positive reviews for their distinct approaches to gaming. Mixtape, from Beethoven & Dinosaur, offers a narrative-driven indie experience focused on music and memory, while Unknown Worlds' Subnautica 2 expands the survival and exploration formula in its Game Preview phase. Both titles are available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate across Xbox Series X|S and PC, highlighting the current diversity in the gaming landscape.
FIRST LOOK: Poly Fighter
This article provides a first look at the upcoming game Poly Fighter, offering initial impressions on its gameplay, narrative, and lore. The piece is part of GameCritics.com's initiative to highlight promising new titles.
STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions Launches On Game Pass – But It’s Only The Beginning
STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions has launched on Xbox Game Pass for Xbox Series X|S and PC, as well as PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. This new title from System Era Softworks is an unfinished Game Preview version, focusing on cooperative expeditions rather than the sandbox survival of its predecessor, Astroneer.
Exodus Shows Off A Volcanic Hellscape Ahead of Its June 6 Deep Dive
Archetype has released a new gameplay snippet for Exodus, showcasing a desolate Volcanic Hellscape. The preview features crumbling ship ruins, an ominous green fog, and a palpable sense of silence suggesting a lurking danger. This latest glimpse follows previous showcases of the Ghost City and The Guarding Maze, building anticipation for the game's deep dive on June 6.
Subnautica 2 Begins Its Early Access Journey On Game Pass, Xbox And PC
Subnautica 2 has launched in Early Access on Steam and Game Preview on Xbox Series X|S and PC, available immediately for Game Pass subscribers. Developed by Unknown Worlds Entertainment, this unfinished version will be updated with new content throughout development, with optional co-op multiplayer also a new feature for the series.
What's Coming To Xbox Game Pass In May 2026?
Xbox Game Pass will add several new titles in May 2026, including day-one releases like Forza Horizon 6 and a game preview for Subnautica 2. Other notable additions include Mixtape, Outbound, and Call of the Elder Gods. Various other games will also be available on cloud, console, and PC.
Forza Horizon 6, Subnautica 2, and Mixtape Headline Wave 1 of Game Pass in May
Microsoft's Game Pass is adding several new titles in May, including Forza Horizon 6, Subnautica 2, and Mixtape. Other notable additions include Final Fantasy 5, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and Elite Dangerous. Some games will be leaving the service on May 15th.
Subnautica 2 Coming to Xbox Game Preview on May 14
Subnautica 2 will launch in Game Preview on May 14 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and ASUS ROG Ally, available day one with Xbox Game Pass. This sequel introduces optional co-operative multiplayer for the first time in the series, supporting cross-platform play. Unknown Worlds Entertainment has focused on optimizing the game for the Xbox ecosystem and controller input.
Game Pass Gets Busy Again – Aphelion Leads A Week Of New Drops As Big Titles Exit
Xbox Game Pass is seeing a significant influx of new titles, including Day One releases like Aphelion and Trepang2, alongside strategy and sandbox games. This update coincides with a price adjustment for the subscription service. However, several popular games are also being removed from the service on April 30th, prompting players to decide what to finish before they disappear.
Here's your next batch of Xbox Game Pass games for April
Microsoft has announced new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in April, including Kiln, Aphelion, and Trepang2. Several titles will also be leaving the service on April 30th. New additions span various genres and platforms, with some games available via Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
Ripping Open Ultra-Rares In TCG Card Shop Simulator on Game Pass
TCG Card Shop Simulator, currently in Game Preview, offers a detailed simulation of running a trading card shop, including realistic customer interactions and the manual process of selling and stocking items. Despite some jank and unrealistic economic elements, the game captures the fantasy of owning a shop and the thrill of opening booster packs, making it appealing to fans of the genre and TCGs. It is available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and via Game Pass.
