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Kingdom Heroes: Arena Shines at EVO Japan with Fighting Game Legends Daigo Umehara and ET
USERJOY's upcoming cross-platform fighting game, Kingdom Heroes: Arena, showcased significant improvements at EVO Japan 2026 following its second global demo test. The Unreal Engine 5 title, inspired by the Three Kingdoms franchise, received positive feedback on its visuals and core mechanics, with plans to refine combat feel, onboarding, and online performance. Fighting game legends Daigo Umehara and ET visited the booth, offering insights that will shape future development and the planned three-month seasonal update structure.
In a bittersweet return to form, Destiny 2's final update is giving players reasons to roam its public zones once…
Bungie has detailed the upcoming final update for Destiny 2, titled Monument of Triumph, which will re-emphasize the game's patrol zones and introduce new loot. The update aims to give players reasons to revisit public spaces by incorporating them into the current gear system and adding new challenges like 'Distortions' that empower enemies and offer exclusive rewards. This update marks a shift back to the game's roots before Bungie transitions away from live service development for Destiny 2.
'Launching the Game Is Just the Beginning': Don't Trade In 007 First Light for PS5
IO Interactive plans extensive post-launch support for its single-player campaign game, 007 First Light, with a roadmap for TacSim content to be revealed soon. The developer, also known for its Hitman series, aims to evolve the game based on player feedback, similar to its long-term support for Hitman's World of Assassination. The game has shown strong performance on the PlayStation 5.
Before Angry Birds, Korea Had Fortress — Now It’s Returning on PC and Mobile
Fortress3 Blue, the latest installment in the classic Korean artillery game series, has launched on PC, Google Play, and the Apple App Store. Developed by original creator CCR and published by Blomics, the game modernizes the franchise's core mechanics with new modes and characters, aiming to capture both nostalgic fans and new players. The launch includes various in-game events and community activities to celebrate the return of the beloved title.
WARPED UNIVERSE - THE SOLAR SYSTEM IS WAKING UP
Warped Universe, a free-to-play sci-fi looter shooter developed by Warped Games, features a living solar system that evolves in real-time based on player actions. Every mission contributes to the construction and defense of facilities, benefiting all players with better rewards and upgrades. The game, built in Unreal Engine 5, is available on Steam and Epic Games Store, with co-op missions planned for future updates.
Hit Horror Extraction Tomb Busters Launches in the West Today, Following 200 Million Downloads in China
Giant Games has launched its co-op horror extraction title, Tomb Busters, in the West on iOS, Android, and PC. The game has already achieved over 200 million downloads and 10 million daily active users in China. Tomb Busters features players delving into tombs filled with traps and creatures inspired by Chinese folklore, with a focus on emergent comedy during multiplayer sessions.
PlayStation Exclusive Destruction AllStars Has Been Delisted, Servers Going Offline
Sony has delisted Destruction AllStars from the PlayStation Store, making it unavailable for purchase. The game's multiplayer servers have been offline since May 2024 due to technical issues and will remain so until November 25, 2026, after which only single-player modes will be playable. The game, developed by Lucid Games, failed to maintain a player base after its launch.
PS5's Destruction AllStars Delisted and Disabled Without Notice Due to 'Ongoing Technical Issues'
Sony has delisted and disabled Destruction AllStars on PlayStation 5 due to ongoing technical issues, with multiplayer services now offline. While single-player will remain playable for existing owners until November 25th, the game's servers have been unstable since 2024. Developed by Lucid, the title was an early live service attempt for the PS5 that struggled to gain traction.
PS5's Destruction AllStars Delisted, Servers Officially Disabled Without Notice
Sony has officially disabled the servers for Destruction AllStars on PlayStation 5 and delisted the game from the PlayStation Store without prior notice. While the game has been unplayable online since 2024, in-game currency remains redeemable until November 25th. The game, developed by Lucid, was an early live service attempt for the PS5 that failed to gain traction.
Destruction AllStars Delisted From PlayStation Store, Servers Reportedly Shut Down
Destruction AllStars has been delisted from the PlayStation Store, and its servers have reportedly been shut down. The vehicular combat title, launched in February 2021 for PlayStation 5, struggled to gain a significant audience despite being free for PlayStation Plus subscribers initially. Lucid Games, the developer, was acquired by Tencent subsidiary Lightspeed Games in 2023.
Journey's creator feels that by proving "videogames can make people cry," they influenced the industry embracing games about "serious, emotional subjects" like The Last of Us and God of War
Jenova Chen, president of thatgamecompany, believes their games like Journey influenced the industry to embrace titles with serious, emotional subjects, citing examples like The Last of Us and God of War. Chen feels this shift, driven by player demand, has been a positive growth for the industry, and thatgamecompany continues to explore emotional experiences and social dynamics with their current game, Sky: Children of the Light.
Games Inbox: Is Destiny 2 a dead game now?
Readers discuss the current state of Destiny 2, with one questioning if it's a 'dead game' due to Bungie's handling of content and vaulting. Other topics include the timing of summer gaming showcases, Nintendo's pricing strategy, Sega's revival of old franchises, and the decline of traditional game announcements.
Just Cause Studio’s Job Listings Indicate New Project is Live-Service Multiplayer
Job listings for Avalanche Studios indicate their next project is a live-service multiplayer game utilizing Unreal Engine. The studio is seeking experienced personnel for large-scale multiplayer environments and live-service game development. Co-founder Christofer Sundberg suggested the new IP may not be part of the Just Cause franchise.
Gran Turismo 7 Is the Gift That Keeps on Giving, 5 Cars Added in Free PS5 Update
Gran Turismo 7 has received its June update, adding five new cars including the BMW M Hybrid V8, Ferrari 499P, and Peugeot 9X8 to the PlayStation 5 version. Developed by Polyphony Digital, the game continues to receive free content updates, which the article suggests is a success for Sony's live service model.
How to find a Stunt Party event in Forza Horizon 6
This guide explains how to find and participate in Stunt Party events in Forza Horizon 6, which are required for the 'Welcome to the Party, Pal!' Festival Playlist challenge. These events appear as pink circles on the map, typically at the top of the hour, and involve completing various mini-game activities with other players.
Running Final Fantasy 14 for 16 years means Square Enix knows live service, former exec says, but it's "used to being slow" and has "failed to bring its IP to a new generation"
Former Square Enix executive Jacob Navok believes the company, despite its success with Final Fantasy 14, is too slow to adapt and has failed to bring its intellectual property to a new generation. He suggests collaborations and being present on platforms popular with younger audiences, like Roblox and Fortnite, are crucial for Square Enix to appeal to new players and revitalize its brands.
Where to find the Ohtani region Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6
The Forza Horizon 6 Series 1 update, 'Welcome to Japan,' includes a Treasure Hunt challenge in the Ohtani region. Players can find the chest by driving to the Kinkaku-Ji Temple near the center of the region, following the path around the lake to the west side, and crashing into the chest. Completing this challenge rewards players with three Festival Playlist points and 100,000 credits.
Starseeker announces June 11 early access, Astroneer promises monthly updates at least through 2026
System Era Softworks announced that its Astroneer spinoff, Starseeker, will launch into early access on June 11th for PC, Steam, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, featuring cross-play and cross-progression. The cooperative multiplayer game will receive monthly updates through at least 2026, with the base game priced under $30 and no microtransactions. Meanwhile, the original Astroneer will also continue to receive monthly updates until at least the end of 2026, culminating in a special 10-year anniversary update.
Sega teases new Crazy Taxi game reveal for next month
Sega has released a teaser for an upcoming Crazy Taxi game, suggesting a reveal is imminent. The company previously announced plans to revive several classic franchises, including Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, Golden Axe, and Streets Of Rage. The new Crazy Taxi is reportedly a massively multiplayer driving game developed by Sega's Sapporo Studio.
Marathon Steam reviews take a hit as Destiny 2 fans react to news of the MMO ending updates after nearly 9 years:…
Bungie has announced that Destiny 2 will receive its final live-service update next month, ending nearly nine years of new content. In response, some players have begun review bombing Bungie's new game, Marathon, on Steam. This comes amidst reports of significant layoffs planned at Bungie and Sony's reported impairment losses against the studio's assets.
