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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.
NTE: Neverness to Everness on Steam
NTE: Neverness to Everness, an open-world gacha RPG developed by Hotta Studio and published by Perfect World Games, is now available for free on PC via Steam. This move offers players a new way to access the game.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Writer Wants Completionist Players to “Step Out of Their Comfort Zones”
Rebel Wolves' narrative director Jakub Szamalek discussed the time limit in The Blood of Dawnwalker, stating that players likely won't complete all side content in a single playthrough. He hopes this encourages completionist players to "step out of their comfort zones" and consider multiple playthroughs. The game is set to release on September 3rd for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
I played 4 hours of The Blood of Dawnwalker and it borrows a heck of a lot from The Witcher 3, for good and bad
The Blood of Dawnwalker, an open-world vampire RPG from Rebel Wolves, draws significant inspiration from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, particularly in its choice-based narrative and world-building. The preview highlights a dark, medieval Eastern European setting with a unique time system that impacts quest prioritization. While the combat, both human and vampire, is noted as a weaker aspect, the game's gothic atmosphere and narrative depth show promise for a 2026 release.
Nine Crowns of Faenord Is an Open-World Action RPG, Now Out
Nine Crowns of Faenord, an open-world action RPG from indie developer Skvork, is now available on mobile platforms. Inspired by games like Valheim and Skyrim, the game features real-time combat, squad management, and a campaign focused on capturing castles and uniting nine crowns. It offers a single-player, offline experience with no microtransactions.
The Blood Of Dawnwalker hands-on and interview - 'for me it's a piece of art'
The Blood Of Dawnwalker, an open-world RPG from Rebel Wolves, co-founded by The Witcher 3's Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, is set to release on September 3, 2026. The game features a unique protagonist who is human by day and a vampire by night, with a narrative-driven approach to development. Director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz and environment artist Adam Payet discussed the game's design, its original IP, and the studio's philosophy on efficient development and artistic integrity.
Level Infinite Brings Gangstar Mirage City to India; Pre-Registrations Now Live
Publisher Level Infinite has announced that pre-registration for Gangstar Mirage City, a free-to-play multiplayer open-world mobile game from Gameloft, is now open for iOS and Android devices across several regions. The game, set in a near-future metropolis, will soft launch on August 20, 2026, with players able to unlock exclusive rewards through pre-registration milestones and faction allegiance.
Something for the Weekend – 04/07/26
This week's gaming news includes Sony phasing out physical disc production by 2028 and closing PlayStation Store access for PS3 and Vita again. Xbox is reportedly testing a disc-to-digital feature. Several games received release date changes or confirmations, including Onimusha: Warlords and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. Reviews were published for Rhythm Paradise Groove and WILL: Follow The Light, alongside previews for Fatekeeper, Witchspire, Dziady, Doom: The Dark Ages, and Splatoon Raiders.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 team reminds you it's got another Kingdom Come and a Middle-earth game on the way as it…
Warhorse Studios announced that Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has sold 6 million copies, a milestone the first game took six years to reach. The studio also confirmed it is working on two new open-world RPGs: another Kingdom Come adventure and a game set in Middle-earth. Publisher Deep Silver credited the community's passion for the success.
I've spent 5 hours diving into the Steam Summer Sale with our features editor, and these are the 11 best games on…
The Steam Summer Sale is live, featuring significant discounts on a variety of games. This guide highlights 11 top picks, including Resident Evil Requiem, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, with many titles reaching their lowest prices to date.
