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After an hour with Directive 8020, I worry the latest Dark Pictures game feels a little flat
An early look at Supermassive Games' Directive 8020 reveals a shift towards survival horror with new stealth-action elements, though these sequences currently feel unconvincing and lack tension. While the game retains its interactive drama roots and cinematic presentation, the new gameplay mechanics and enemy design in the previewed section are a cause for concern, potentially making the game feel flat.
45+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Big Games Big Deals Sale
The PlayStation Store is currently hosting its Big Games Big Deals sale, featuring thousands of discounted PS5 and PS4 titles until May 6, 2026. The article highlights a curated selection of recommended games, many of which are at their lowest-ever prices.
45+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Big Games Big Deals Sale (North America/Europe)
The PlayStation Store's Big Games Big Deals sale is now live, featuring numerous discounted PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 titles until May 6, 2026. The sale includes a curated selection of recommended games, many at their lowest prices ever.
Directive 8020 Open For Pre-Orders, Free Digital Deluxe Upgrade Available
Supermassive Games has opened pre-orders for its upcoming horror title, Directive 8020, priced at $49.99. Players who pre-order will receive a free upgrade to the Digital Deluxe edition, which includes bonus cosmetic and digital content. The game, featuring a shapeshifting alien on a spaceship, will be available on May 12th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, offering both single-player and co-op experiences.
Directive 8020 Shows The Horror On Cassiopeia | Console Creatures
Supermassive Games' upcoming title Directive 8020, set to launch on May 12, 2026, for Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, and PC, has revealed a new trailer. The game evolves The Dark Pictures formula with active survival gameplay, featuring real-time threats, stealth mechanics, and a narrative where players are hunted by an organism on the planet Tau Ceti f. Directive 8020 includes a Movie Night Mode and will receive a post-launch update for online couch co-op.
Revenge On Gold Diggers Brings A Cinematic Story Of Deception To Console
Revenge On Gold Diggers, an interactive narrative game focused on deception and consequence, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game features over 472 minutes of live-action footage and presents players with more than 200 decisions leading to 38 possible endings. Originally released in 2025, the title has sold over two million copies on Steam.
Review | The Run (PC)
The Run is a visually stunning and engaging FMV game that offers a tense narrative experience on PC. Despite some minor interface issues and occasional dialogue awkwardness, the game excels with its beautiful scenery, strong acting from Roxanne McKee and George Blagden, and a compelling story with multiple endings. The game lasts about an hour and fifteen minutes, with plenty of replayability due to its branching paths and unlockable content.
