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Splatoon Raiders Review – A treasure trove of splatting and looting
Splatoon Raiders shifts the focus from multiplayer to a solo looter-shooter experience where players pilot a chopper for the pop idol trio Deep Cut, hunting for treasure in the Spirhalite Islands. The game features familiar Salmonid enemies and Splatoon weapons with a new scavenged aesthetic, offering deep customization through Ink Tanks, gadgets, and relics. While primarily a single-player game, it supports local and online co-op for its challenging endgame content.
Splatoon Raiders review: Squid marks the spot
Splatoon Raiders offers a fun, albeit somewhat shallow, looter-shooter experience on the Nintendo Switch, featuring familiar Splatoon mechanics and charming characters. While the core gameplay loop of treasure hunting and combat is engaging, the game suffers from repetitive level design and enemy variety, making it feel less ambitious than its potential. It shines brightest in co-op with friends, providing short, entertaining sessions.
Splatoon Raiders Shows The Series Should Have Always Been A Looter Shooter
Splatoon Raiders offers a satisfying single-player looter shooter experience that revitalizes the Splatoon franchise. While some traditional weapons feel less effective, the game's extensive gadget customization and chaotic PvE challenges provide a compelling gameplay loop. The brief, engaging stages make it ideal for quick play sessions, and the co-op raids add further value.
The First Descendant Reveals Void Intercept Battle: Extreme
NEXON has announced details for an upcoming update to The First Descendant, launching July 15. The update introduces the new Void Intercept Battle: Extreme mode, new modules for the Descendant Serena, and various quality-of-life improvements including character balance and weapon adjustments. The game is a next-generation co-op action RPG looter shooter developed using Unreal Engine 5.
Games Inbox: Is the Xbox doomed to failure?
Readers express concerns about the future of Xbox, citing recent studio closures and a reliance on aging franchises like Halo and Gears of War. The discussion also touches on the shift towards digital-only games, the impact on game preservation, and the potential for companies like Sony to influence Kickstarter campaigns.
The First Descendant Kicks off Second Anniversary With ‘Descendant Fest 2026,’ World Premiere Trailer and Future Roadmap
NEXON has revealed details for The First Descendant's second anniversary celebration, Descendant Fest 2026. The event includes a Season 4 trailer, a roadmap for the second half of 2026 featuring new dungeons, characters like Raven and Ultimate Hailey, and game modes such as 'Colosseum-A'. The celebration also includes in-game events, customization options, and pre-orders for character figures.
Splatoon Raiders hands-on: The surprise looter shooter I didn’t know I needed
Splatoon Raiders is a surprise looter shooter that has impressed early players. The game combines elements of the Splatoon franchise with the popular looter shooter genre, offering a fresh and engaging experience.
Borderlands 4 Bounty Pack 3 and Endgame Raid Next Week
Gearbox Publishing announced that Bounty Pack 3 for Borderlands 4 will be released on June 25th, alongside a version 1.8 patch. This update will introduce new content to the looter-shooter sequel, including an endgame raid.
New Borderlands 4 character Loveless fixes Gearbox's biggest DLC mistake
Gearbox has announced new content for Borderlands 4, including the introduction of a new Vault Hunter named Loveless, a hacker with cybernetic enhancements. The developer is also changing its DLC strategy, offering story packs and cosmetic bundles separately. Upcoming content includes the 'Takedown at Hadron Abyss' free endgame challenge and paid story packs focusing on Zane and a murder mystery within a digital realm.
Borderlands 4 unveils final DLC Vault Hunter, a stunning tech-savvy queen fans say "looks like a netrunner from…
Gearbox Software has revealed Loveless, the final Vault Hunter for Borderlands 4's Story Pack 2 DLC, set to release in September. Loveless is described as an ex-Anshin hacker with advanced cybernetics and a digital virus she created. Players who purchased the Super Deluxe Edition of Borderlands 4 will receive this DLC automatically.
The Division 2: Into The Dark season brings a PvE Dark Zone and more
Ubisoft has launched The Division 2: Into The Dark, a free seasonal update introducing a PvE Dark Zone and a revamped PvPvE Dark Zone. The update focuses on the Hyenas faction and introduces new mechanics like "Potent Spice" and Toxicity. New Classified Assignments and an upcoming Incursion are also part of the season.
Warframe promises a new in-game title in honor of Destiny 2 fans is coming next week
Warframe is introducing a new in-game title, "Make Your Own Fate," as a tribute to Destiny 2 fans. This title will be earnable through a special alert mission on the planet Telesto, referencing a line from Destiny 2 and a fusion rifle of the same name. This gesture from Digital Extremes is being celebrated by both communities.
Destiny 2's dormancy will leave a power vacuum
With Destiny 2 entering its end-of-service lifecycle and no new content planned, a power vacuum is created in the looter shooter genre. While previous games failed to dethrone Destiny, its dormancy presents an opportunity for a new title to capture player attention, though the high development costs and the challenge of appealing to its dedicated player base remain significant hurdles.
Destiny 2’s Monument of Triumph launch sees huge player surge, shaky servers, and fond farewells
Destiny 2's Monument of Triumph update has caused a massive surge in player numbers, leading to server issues. The update marks the game's transition into maintenance mode, with players expressing effusive praise and a recent Steam review score of 'mostly positive'. Bungie also released the complete Monument of Triumph soundtrack and a bundle of all previous expansions.
Destiny 2’s final content update, Monument of Triumph, is officially going live today
Bungie is releasing the final content update for Destiny 2, titled Monument of Triumph, on June 9th. This update includes gear improvements, the return of the Director, a new modifier, artifact revamps, new abilities, and activity schedules. Bungie will also share codes for unique cosmetic items on social media to commemorate the end of new content.
Massively Overthinking: What’s the next best thing to your favorite MMORPG?
The Massively OP staff discusses where players might migrate if their favorite MMORPGs were to shut down. Contributors share personal experiences of losing beloved games like City of Heroes and Star Wars Galaxies, and explore whether direct replacements are sought or if players move to different genres entirely. The consensus leans towards players finding games with familiar elements rather than exact replicas, or embracing a more transient gaming experience.
Destiny 2 is now the greatest looter shooter ever, and all it had to do was die
Destiny 2 has reached its best state in years following a recent update, solidifying its position as a premier looter shooter. This update marks a significant turning point for the game, revitalizing its gameplay and overall appeal.
Warframe’s Next Narrative Chapter, Jade Shadows: Constellations, Arrives Free June 17
Digital Extremes announced that Warframe's new narrative chapter, Jade Shadows: Constellations, will be released for free on June 17 across all platforms. The update introduces the 65th Warframe, Sirius & Orion, new Railjack missions on Uranus, and the Styanax Prime Access. Additionally, a fashion collaboration with ARK/8 and a new Mesa Heirloom cosmetic are planned.
Toypunk is an Upcoming Roguelite Looter Shooter Involving Puppets and Rubber Ducks
Eighth Lantern Studios has unveiled its debut project, Toypunk, a roguelite looter shooter featuring a unique toybox aesthetic with knitted dolls and rubber ducks. The game is currently in early development, with a trailer showcasing placeholder effects and a cityscape. Toypunk is confirmed for a PC release, though a release date has not yet been announced.
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.