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Spider-Man: Brand New Day feels like a "detective movie" and is the "best Spider-Man movie that we’ve ever made," says Tom Holland
Tom Holland describes Spider-Man: Brand New Day as a "detective movie" where even Spider-Man is initially confused by the unfolding mystery. The film's second trailer is imminent, and recent reshoots aimed to add more jokes and expand the villain plotline. Holland believes it will be the best Spider-Man movie made to date.
Quiet Express Cabin 909 launches in 2027
Developer Kazuhide Oka and publisher STUDIO 909 announced that their fantasy anime adventure game, Quiet Express Cabin 909, will launch on Windows PC via Steam in 2027. The game features a seven-day train journey across a continent, where players explore the train, interact with passengers, and uncover the mystery of a non-existent room called Cabin 909, all while a time loop resets the journey every seven days.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day synopsis lifts the lid on the movie's mystery big bad: a "powerful villain no one…
The official synopsis for Spider-Man: Brand New Day reveals Peter Parker is a crime-fighting hero in a world that doesn't remember him, facing a new threat from a villain no one can see. The synopsis hints at a transformation for Peter and a hidden antagonist, fueling speculation about potential character inclusions like Jean Grey. The film, starring Tom Holland, is set to release on July 31.
1666: Amsterdam unveils the first episode of its new Developer Diary series, Behind the Shadows
Panache Digital Games and Patrice Désilets have released the first episode of their "Behind the Shadows" developer diary series for "1666: Amsterdam." This inaugural episode, "The Vision: The Real City That Became a Myth," explores the creative vision and the team's research trip to Amsterdam. The game is set to launch in Early Access on PC in 2026, with console versions planned for later.
Point-and-click adventure game Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence hitting Nintendo Switch in July
DevilishGames and Making Enemies announced that the point-and-click adventure game Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence will be released on Nintendo Switch on July 3, 2026. The game, priced at $8.99, features a young writer investigating a mystery at a remote abbey with a vow of silence.
Point-and-click adventure Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence coming to consoles on July 3
DevilishGames and Making Enemies announced that the point-and-click adventure game Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence will be released on consoles on July 3. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S, following its positive reception on Steam. The title features a young writer investigating a mystery within a silent abbey, inspired by 1990s adventure games.
HORSEFLY GAMES RELEASES FIRST TRAILER FOR FOLK HORROR MYSTERY THE POLAR DARKNESS
Independent developer Horsefly Games has released the first trailer for their upcoming folk horror mystery game, The Polar Darkness. The game features a unique visual style combining photographed 2D characters with stylized 3D environments and is set in 1980s northern Finland. The Polar Darkness is currently in development for PC and available to wishlist on Steam.
INVESTIGATE SOON: Noire Police Detective Demo is almost here! 🔎
A free playable demo for the upcoming detective game Noire Police Detective is now available as part of Steam Next Fest. Players can step into the role of an investigator, gather evidence, and solve cases. The demo will be available until June 22, and the game can be wishlisted on Steam.
Detective VR Launches on Steam and PlayStation VR2 on September 9
Detective VR, a narrative mystery game developed by Studio Chipo y Juan & Valem Studio and published by VRKiwi, will launch on Steam and PlayStation VR2 on September 9. The game features time-bending mechanics for investigation, clue examination, and suspect interviews, offering approximately 5 hours of gameplay.
The Black ‘Cat’ in the Kuro Complete Edition Manga Always Steals the Show
The Kuro Complete Edition manga omnibus from Yen Press compiles three volumes of the Somato series, focusing on mysteries and the enigmatic black cat companion, Kuro. Despite its dark themes, the series explores the idea that 'dark' does not equate to 'evil.' The narrative highlights Kuro's central role and unique characteristics, blending eerie elements with endearing cat-like behaviors, making it a compelling read.
About Fishing – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
About Fishing is a meditative fishing mystery game where players cast lines, upgrade gear, and explore deeper locations to uncover disturbing secrets. The game features dynamic weather, time, and town residents with their own routines and memories, blending serene gameplay with creeping tension. Created by Kevin from The Water Museum, the beta demo is available on Steam.
The 7th Guest Remake: Splendid reimagining of a classic mystery
Vertigo Games and Exkee have released a splendid reimagining of the classic mystery puzzle game, The 7th Guest, which is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. This remake expands the Stauf Mansion into an explorable space, updates puzzles, and retains the iconic FMV sequences, though the acting can be overly dramatic at times. The game features a spirit lantern mechanic for interacting with the past and a hint system using Stauf Coins.
The Detectorist Guild announced for Nintendo Switch
PQube and Full Stop Studios have announced The Detectorist Guild, a cozy village-life RPG for Nintendo Switch, set for an early 2027 release. Players will explore a British village using a metal detector to find treasures and uncover a local mystery, with features including simulated metal detecting, a nostalgic setting, and a blend of pixel and voxel art.
Sequel to a 97% Rated Mystery Hit, Face-Shifting Espionage, and a Match-3 Roguelite — Surefire.Games Drops Three New Demos Ahead of Steam Next Fest
Publisher Surefire.Games has released three new demos for upcoming titles ahead of Steam Next Fest. The demos include "Green Mist over Portland," a mystery sequel, "Legion Was Here," a spy deduction game, and "Forge the Fates," a match-3 roguelike. All three games are slated for PC release via Steam, with "Green Mist over Portland" also coming to macOS.
Persona 4 Revival Launches February 18, 2027, New Inaba Details Revealed
Sega and Atlus announced Persona 4 Revival will launch on February 18, 2027, for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, cloud, and Game Pass. This remake of the acclaimed RPG features enhanced visuals, improved gameplay, and modern quality-of-life updates, returning players to the town of Inaba to solve a series of murders.
The People and Places of Inaba – A Persona 4 Revival Tour Guide
Persona 4 Revival, a reimagining of the 2012 RPG, is set to launch on February 18, 2027, for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and cloud gaming, featuring enhanced visuals and gameplay. The article serves as a guide to the fictional town of Inaba, detailing its locations, culture, and characters, while also mentioning the upcoming Persona 6 and pre-order bonuses for Persona 4 Revival which include BGM sets from Persona 3 Reload and Persona 5 Royal.
Playing its mystery-drenched demo suggests I'll like everything about About Fishing, except the fishing
The demo for the upcoming angler-detective mystery game About Fishing showcases its intriguing narrative and creepy rural setting, though the fishing mechanics themselves are noted as a potential drawback. While the core gameplay loop of catching fish is described as imprecise and frustrating, the game offers a more enjoyable use of fishing tackle for subaquatic exploration and puzzle-solving, making the overall experience compelling despite its namesake activity.
18 amazing indie games you missed during Summer Game Fest week
Summer Game Fest week featured numerous upcoming indie games alongside major announcements from large publishers. Titles like Fights In Tight Spaces 2, the single-player Among Us Story: On Guard, and the horror game Carcass Clad were highlighted. Other notable indies include Cassette Beasts 2, El Paso, Elsewhere 2, and the retro-themed Hack '95.
‘Servant of the Lake’ Opens Its Doors August 13 on Steam and Mobile
Rusty Lake announced that their new point-and-click mystery adventure game, Servant of the Lake, will be released on August 13, 2026, for Steam, Android, and iOS. Players will take on the role of a servant at the Vanderboom estate, solving puzzles and uncovering dark secrets. A demo is available on Steam.
This Is the Most Intriguing and Unsettling Game About Fishing Coming to PS5
Playstack and The Water Museum have released a new trailer for the upcoming PlayStation 5 adventure game, About Fishing. The game blends the meditative rhythm of fishing with a quiet mystery, featuring retro visuals and hinting at uneasy truths to be discovered beneath the surface.
