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In Moves of the Diamond Hand, the vibes so far are transcendent
Moves of the Diamond Hand, the early access sequel to Betrayal at Club Low by Cosmo D Studios, offers a transcendent experience centered around a mayoral election and the player's goal to join the enigmatic Circus X. The game expands on its predecessor with new talents, dice systems, and a larger city to explore, evoking a nostalgic yet complex feeling of place and self-identity.
Nordic Game 2026 announces speakers for Masterclass Friday programme
Nordic Game 2026 has announced the speakers for its Masterclass Friday program, featuring industry professionals from companies like Starbreeze and Ubisoft. The program will offer full-day workshops in design, art, business, and narrative, curated by the Mighty Diamonds mentor group. The event will take place from May 26 to May 29 in Malmö, Sweden.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead at BAFTA Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch each won three awards at the BAFTA Awards 2026. Clair Obscur secured Best Game, Debut Game, and Performer in a Leading Role for Jennifer English, while Dispatch won for Animation, Audio Achievement, and Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffrey Wright. Ilkka Paananen, CEO of Supercell, received a BAFTA Fellowship.
Neil Druckmann Hints at The Last of Us Part III Immune Colony Storyline
Neil Druckmann has hinted that The Last of Us Part III could explore a community of immune individuals, shifting the focus from Joel and Ellie to multiple characters. This potential direction raises questions about societal structures and the implications for the established lore. While Naughty Dog has not officially confirmed any details, these concepts suggest a serious consideration for the franchise's future.
Review: Dosa Divas Disappoints
Dosa Divas, Outerloop's latest RPG, explores familial relationships, culture, and cooking but suffers from narrative pacing issues and a less unique battle system compared to their previous titles. While the characters Amani and Samara are compelling, the story's structure and the demanding quick-time events for cooking and combat detract from the overall experience. The reviewer suggests the game might have been better suited as a graphic novel due to its narrative shortcomings.
Dosa Divas launch trailer – spicy narrative turn-based RPG for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Outerloop Games has released a launch trailer for Dosa Divas, a narrative turn-based RPG now available on Nintendo Switch. The game follows two sisters on a journey to defeat a fast-food empire and reconnect communities through tradition, featuring turn-based combat, exploration, and cooking mechanics.
Metro 2039 Brings the Post-Apocalyptic Series Back This Winter
Developer 4A Games has announced Metro 2039, the fourth installment in the post-apocalyptic shooter series. The game will feature a new protagonist, The Stranger, and will explore the consequences of war, with its message shifting from preventing war to depicting its reality. Metro 2039 is set to launch in Winter 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Nordic Game 26 Masterclass Friday: Speakers Revealed!
Nordic Game Spring 2026 will feature a dedicated Masterclass Friday program for students and indie developers, curated by Mighty Diamonds. The event, held from May 26-29 in Malmö, will offer full-day workshops and expert sessions focused on Design, Art, Business, and Narrative. Speakers include Christoffer Bodegård, Chris Brettman, Danny Perez, Will Blood, Lauren Stone, Patrick Rose, Johan Lundqvist, and André Persson, covering topics from interactive writing and level design to character creation and investor relations.
Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced Sails Back to PS5 This July
Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced is set to launch exclusively on PlayStation 5 on July 9th, offering a visual upgrade to the beloved 2013 title. This remaster aims to enhance the game's narrative and character development, particularly Edward Kenway's journey, with modern graphical fidelity and atmospheric details. The release is seen as a timely return to character-driven storytelling within the Assassin's Creed franchise.
Unusual Narrative Fishing Title Missing the Point Now Available
The narrative fishing title Missing the Point, developed by In The Keep, is now available on PC and PlayStation 5. The game offers a relaxing experience with a focus on player decisions, original music, and hand-crafted artwork. It features a story with hidden surprises and a world that is more than it appears.
Narrative-Driven Action RPG 'Second Stone' Announced from Skyward Entertainment; New Trailer Streaming Now
Skyward Entertainment and Headup have announced Second Stone, a narrative-driven action RPG featuring high-mobility combat and a modular elemental stone system for ability customization. The game is set to launch on PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and GOG, and will include exploration across two fractured worlds, a central village hub, and procedurally generated dungeons.
Causal Loop is coming to PC and Consoles on April 23rd
Developer Mirebound and publisher Headup announced that the narrative sci-fi puzzler Causal Loop will launch on April 23rd for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features a unique 'echo' mechanic allowing players to record and interact with up to three past versions of themselves to solve puzzles in a fractured reality.
Until Then Comes to Xbox Series X|S on April 23
Maximum Entertainment and Polychroma Games announced that the cinematic visual novel Until Then will be released on Xbox Series X|S on April 23, 2026. The game, previously released on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, follows a high school student navigating everyday life while experiencing strange events.
Schrodinger's Call Impressions - A Haunting Experience Worth Answering
Schrodinger's Call is a narrative-driven visual novel where players control Mary, the last Confidant, who must help souls with unfinished business find peace using only a phone and a journal. The game features a striking gothic art style, atmospheric audio design, and a compelling mystery that deeply invested the reviewer during its three-hour first chapter. It is set to release on May 27, 2026, for Steam and Nintendo Switch.
Dosa Divas Is a Spicy Narrative Turn-Based RPG from the Makers of Thirsty Suitors
Dosa Divas, a narrative turn-based RPG from Outerloop Games, the creators of Thirsty Suitors, is now available. The game combines cooking, exploration, and combat, following sisters Amani and Samara as they confront a fast-food empire. It is released on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch with a limited-time launch discount.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Sealed Truth Update Arrives in Celebration of “Cost of Hope” DLC Announcement
GSC Game World has released a new content update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, featuring a narrative-driven activity centered around the mysterious X-Lab. This free update expands the game's world with new story content and is released in celebration of the upcoming "Cost of Hope" DLC announcement.
DOSA DIVAS FROM OUTERLOOP GAMES OUT NOW ON PC, XBOX, PLAYSTATION, AND NINTENDO SWITCH 1 + 2
Outerloop Games has launched its narrative turn-based RPG, Dosa Divas, on PC, Steam, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch for $19.99 USD. The game features sisters Amani and Samara battling a fast food empire through cooking, exploration, and turn-based combat, with a 10% launch discount available.
A Storied Life: Tabitha Lets You Sort Through the Home and Belongings of a Lost Loved One
A Storied Life: Tabitha, a casual indie puzzle game developed by Lab42 and published by Secret Mode, is now available on PC and Nintendo Switch. Inspired by games like Unpacking, it features a watercolour art style and a narrative focused on reconstructing the life story of a deceased relative named Tabitha by sorting through her belongings and damaged memoirs.
A Storied Life: Tabitha review – a cosy yet pensive puzzler where the biggest challenge is getting someone else's story straight
A Storied Life: Tabitha is a cozy yet pensive puzzle game where players tidy a deceased friend's cottage and use found objects to rewrite her memoirs. While the game can sometimes force contradictory narrative choices, its replayable structure and thematic mechanics allow for player-defined characterization. The presentation balances comforting domesticity with melancholy, making it a respectable experience despite its flexible approach to storytelling.
It’s American Truck Simulator meets the, er Sims as you get ready to take your rig across country and haul some cargo
Truck Driver: The American Dream blends the relaxing gameplay of trucking simulators like Euro Truck Simulator with a narrative focus. Players step into the shoes of Nathan, a trucker trying to rebuild his life and legacy. The game features over 150 missions, new jobs, an additional truck, and a 'Vista System' treasure hunt, alongside technical upgrades like ray tracing and DLSS/FSR support.
