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Next Kingdom Come Title to be Released Before the End of March 2028
Warhorse Studios plans to release the next Kingdom Come title before the end of April 2028, as confirmed by publisher Embracer Group. This new installment, potentially titled Kingdom Come Salvation, is an open-world RPG led by Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's lead designer Prokop Jirsa. The studio is also developing a separate open-world Middle-earth RPG.
Pearl Abyss Q2 earnings decline as impact of Crimson Desert's launch period subsides
Pearl Abyss reported a decline in its second-quarter earnings, with operating revenue down 41.4% to $135.9 million and operating profit down 68.1% to $47.7 million, following the initial launch impact of Crimson Desert. The company sold 2.11 million copies of Crimson Desert in the quarter, which represented about 70% of total console revenue. Pearl Abyss is developing DLC for Crimson Desert and plans to release it on Nintendo Switch 2 in the first half of 2027.
The Elder Scrolls 6’s “Scale and Grandeur are Incredible”, Says Xbox CEO
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has shared her positive impressions of an early build of The Elder Scrolls 6, praising its "incredible scale and grandeur" and "even greater" story. The article also touches on recent layoffs at Bethesda and union protests, as well as fan speculation regarding the game's title.
Gothic 1 Remake is Getting Photo Mode and New Game Modes; Alkimia’s Next Game to Be Revealed in 2027
THQ Nordic's Gothic 1 Remake has sold 500,000 copies and will receive new features including Photo Mode and Marvin Mode, alongside alternative progression modes and a mod kit. Developer Alkimia Interactive also announced their next game will be revealed at the 2027 THQ Nordic Showcase.
Nintendo Switch 2 physical releases announced for Sektori and Dread Delusion, Switch 1 physical release for Easy Delivery Co.
Lost in Cult has announced physical releases for three games: Sektori and Dread Delusion for the Nintendo Switch 2, and Easy Delivery Co. for the original Nintendo Switch. These limited editions will include various extras and are aimed at collectors. Sektori and Dread Delusion are developed by solo developers Kimmo Lahtinen and Sam C. respectively, with Dread Delusion also involving publisher DreadXP.
Fable Has Gone “Uncomfortably” Over Budget – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Playground Games' upcoming title, Fable, has significantly exceeded its development budget. While specific figures are unknown, the high cost is attributed to the game's scale, extensive content, and long development cycle. The game is slated for release on February 23rd, 2027, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
The new open-world RPG climbing Steam is the biggest surprise since Crimson Desert: huge, pretty, and only $30
DragonSword: Awakening, an open-world action RPG from developer Hound13, has launched on Steam to positive reviews, achieving 90% positive feedback after over 4,600 player reviews. Despite a complicated development history involving publisher disputes and a last-minute delay, the game is praised for its premium pricing model, avoiding gacha mechanics, and offering a vast amount of content for $30. It has seen strong concurrent player numbers on Steam, running on Unreal Engine 5.
Warhorse trademarks 'Kingdom Come Salvation' as fans pray in unison for another open-world RPG
Warhorse Studios has filed a trademark for 'Kingdom Come Salvation,' strongly suggesting the title of the next installment in the Kingdom Come series. While the studio has confirmed a new 'Kingdom Come Adventure' is in development alongside a Middle-earth RPG, details about Salvation's format and whether it will be an RPG remain unconfirmed.
Fallout 3 and New Vegas Remasters are a good start, but before Fallout 5 Bethesda could be doing so much more
The announcement of Fallout 3 and New Vegas remasters highlights the long neglect of the Fallout series, with Fallout 5 not expected for many years. While new content for Fallout 76 and a potential Obsidian project are on the horizon, the article argues that Xbox and Bethesda could leverage other studios within their ecosystem to develop more Fallout titles and better manage the franchise's potential.
Kingdom Come Salvation Could Be The Next Game in the Series After Trademark Appears in Europe
A trademark filing for 'Kingdom Come Salvation' has appeared in Europe, suggesting it could be the next title from Warhorse Studios. The filing, which includes an official logo, hints at a potential announcement soon, possibly at Gamescom. The game is expected to be an open-world action RPG with a potential multiplayer component, and is slated for release between April 2027 and March 2028.
Where Winds Meet’s Hidden Mountain Expansion is Now Live
The Hidden Mountain expansion for the open-world RPG Where Winds Meet is now live, featuring a new zone called Unseen Approach accessible at level 32. Developer Everstone Studio has released a trailer and details on new quests, world bosses like Ci & Cuo and the Ironheart Centipede, and a new weapon type, Gauntlets. Further content updates are planned for August 6th.
Cyberpunk 2077 quest designer says Villa Eurodyne is still full of secrets: "I have hidden a lot in this…
Paweł Sasko, associate game director at CD Projekt Red, stated that Cyberpunk 2077, an open-world RPG, still contains many hidden secrets, particularly within Kerry Eurodyne's Villa. He emphasized the game's design philosophy of providing optional narrative depth through in-game emails, files, and shards, with the villa itself being a space he personally designed and filled with hidden details.
Crimson Desert adds cross-save support
Pearl Abyss has implemented cross-save support for Crimson Desert, allowing players to transfer their progress between PlayStation 5, Xbox, PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), and will add Mac support in a future update. To utilize this feature, players must create and link a Pearl Abyss ID to their respective platform accounts.
PlayStation Plus Adds PS5 Exclusive Open World RPG
The PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium catalog has added the PS5 exclusive open-world RPG Rise of the Ronin for July. Developed by Team Ninja and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, the game is now available in the US, UK, and Japan, with other regions receiving it on July 21. The article also mentions other games being added to the service on July 21, including Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.
Original Witcher dev says remaking it as an open world won't be easy: 'As a player, I might be happy about that, but as a designer, I'm starting to get gray'
Original Witcher designer Artur Ganszyniec discussed the challenges of remaking the first game as an open-world RPG. He explained that the linear design of the original allowed for precise player event triggering, a luxury not afforded in open-world titles. Ganszyniec, who also consulted on The Thaumaturge for Fool's Theory (the studio developing the remake), expressed that while he might enjoy an open-world Witcher as a player, the design complexities make him apprehensive.
THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS: ORIGIN BRINGS “GOWTHER” INTO BATTLE WITH NEW STORY AND CONTENT UPDATE
Netmarble has released a new content update for its anime open-world RPG, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin. The update introduces Gowther as a new playable hero, expands the main story with ACT 15, and adds new content and limited-time events. Players can obtain Gowther through a Pick-Up Draw and participate in various events to earn rewards.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Goes Gold: “Vale Sangora Awaits”
The open-world action RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker, developed by Rebel Wolves, has officially gone gold ahead of its September 3rd worldwide release. The game, set in the medieval fantasy region of Vale Sangora, follows Coen, a young farmer turned vampire who can still venture out during the day. The Blood of Dawnwalker will be available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
START THE JOURNEY TODAY - TAIVAL OUT NOW ON STEAM EARLY ACCESS
Finnish indie studio Bonobo Software and publisher Level Up Gaming have released Taival, an open-world co-op adventure RPG, on Steam Early Access for PC. The game features up to 4-player co-op, a shapeshifting companion called the Henki, and draws inspiration from titles like Cube World, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and Skyrim. A limited-time launch discount of 20% is available.
ANIIMO SHARES NEW TRAILER TO CELEBRATE OPENING OF GLOBAL BETA TEST
Pawprint Studio has launched the global closed beta test for their creature-catching open-world RPG, Aniimo. The beta is available on PC via Steam and a standalone launcher, as well as iOS and Android devices. The game is slated for a Q3 2026 release on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Mac.
Aniimo Gets New Trailer Showcasing Creatures, Farming, and a Big City
Developer Pawprint Studio has released a new trailer for its upcoming free-to-play creature collection game, Aniimo. The trailer highlights creature variety, farming mechanics, a large city hub, and hints at co-op gameplay. Aniimo is planned for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with sign-ups open for a closed beta.
