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The Witcher, Cyberpunk Dev's Mysterious 'Hadar' Is an 'Immersive' and 'Emotional' Open World Game
CD Projekt Red is actively hiring for its unannounced open-world game, codenamed 'Hadar', described as an immersive and emotional experience. While The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2 are current priorities, 'Hadar' is progressing with 24 developers assigned, a number expected to grow.
ELDEN RING TARNISHED EDITION IS COMING TO NINTENDO SWITCH 2 THIS AUGUST
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, including the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, new starting classes, and customization options for Torrent, will be released on August 28 for Nintendo Switch 2. The title from FromSoftware and Bandai Namco Entertainment will also be available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This edition aims to bring the vast dark fantasy world and challenging gameplay of Elden Ring to a new audience.
Witcher devs' Project Hadar will make you feel all of the open-world emotions, a new job ad suggests, though sorry it still isn't a cosmic Japanese horror game
A new job listing suggests CD Projekt's mysterious Project Hadar will be an emotional, open-world experience. While not a cosmic horror game set in feudal Japan as previously speculated, the project aims to evoke strong emotions in players. CD Projekt joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that Hadar is currently an IP concept with prototyping underway, with a decision on full game development to be announced later.
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CD Projekt Red has announced a new intellectual property called Hadar, described as an emotional, open-world experience. This new title is mentioned alongside other upcoming games like The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Switch 2 Release Date Set for September
Warner Bros. Games and TT Games have announced that LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 18, 2026. The game features an open-world Gotham City, various vehicles, and a roster of iconic Batman characters and villains. It is also available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
CD Projekt Red's new mystery IP 'Hadar' is "an emotional, open-world experience" in line with the developer's Witcher and Cyberpunk games
CD Projekt Red's new mystery IP, codenamed Hadar, is being developed as an emotional, open-world experience, aligning with the studio's previous titles like The Witcher and Cyberpunk. The project is in its early stages with a small team, utilizing Unreal Engine for prototyping and live-testing mechanics. The studio is actively hiring for the project, indicating a ramp-up in development.
CD Projekt Red veteran answers for the crime of The Witcher 3's Skellige, says they tried to add more question…
CD Projekt Red veteran Paweł Sasko, associate game director for Cyberpunk 2, humorously addressed fan criticism regarding the abundance of question marks in The Witcher 3's Skellige region. Sasko, who worked on The Witcher 3 as a quest designer, implied that the development team attempted to add even more of these map markers but were unable to. This discussion highlights a common point of contention for players seeking map completion in the game.
Like The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2, CD Projekt Red's new IP Hadar is "an emotional, open-world…
CD Projekt Red has revealed more details about its new open-world IP, codenamed Project Hadar, describing it as an "emotional, open-world experience." The studio is actively hiring for roles to develop the game, which is being built in Unreal Engine. While a small team is currently dedicated to Hadar, CD Projekt Red also has significant development underway for The Witcher 4, Cyberpunk 2, and Project Sirius.
Tidigare Forza Horizon-utvecklare avtäcker racingspelet Clutch
Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon 5 creative director Mike Brown, has revealed its debut title, Clutch. This open-world racing game, set in France, features a dual-life gameplay loop of circuit racing and underground street racing. Clutch will launch in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with a focus on extensive vehicle customization and licensed cars from brands like BMW and Porsche.
Howl’s Moving Castle-inspired game REKA hits full release in August
The open-world crafting game REKA, inspired by Howl's Moving Castle, will launch its full release on August 18th for PC. Developed by Emberstorm Entertainment and published by Fireshine Games, the game allows players to embody a witch, brew potions, cast spells, and build a mobile, walking cottage. REKA has been available in early access on Steam with positive initial reviews.
Crimson Desert gets surprise second roadmap and DLC confirmation — with Pearl Abyss promising one important…
Pearl Abyss has confirmed that DLC for Crimson Desert is in development and has released a second content roadmap. The updates, planned between June and September 2026, will include improvements to the story's narrative flow, combat, and the addition of cross-save functionality across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
Dune: Awakening for PS5, Xbox Series launches September 22
The open-world survival game Dune: Awakening is set to launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X on September 22. The game is based on the Dune universe and features survival mechanics.
Tomo: Endless Blue Kickstarter over $100,000 in under 60 hours
The Kickstarter campaign for the open-world voxel RPG Tomo: Endless Blue, developed by indie studio Onibi in partnership with Mujina, has surpassed its $100,000 funding goal in under 60 hours. To celebrate, a Director's Cut trailer featuring a new song by Cécile Corbel has been released.
Clutch Announced
Maverick Games has announced Clutch, a new open-world arcade driving game. The studio was formed by industry veterans and aims to deliver a unique driving experience.
Clutch Announced [Updated]
Maverick Games has announced Clutch, an open-world arcade driving game. The studio was formed by industry veterans and this marks their first title.
PS5 Getting Intriguing Open World Action Game by Xbox Veteran
Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon creative director Mike Brown, has announced Clutch, a new open-world driving action game for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game promises a cinematic narrative blending professional racing with underground chase gameplay and is set to release in Spring 2027, with more details to be revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026.
CLUTCH – Official Reveal Trailer
CLUTCH is a new story-driven, open-world racing game developed by veteran developers from Playground Games and Codemasters. The official reveal trailer for the game has been released.
Debut Title From Former Forza Horizon Developers Sounds A Lot Like Forza Horizon, But With More Family
Maverick Games, founded by veterans of the Forza Horizon series, has revealed its debut title, Clutch. This open-world, narrative-driven racing game features sibling racers competing in a prestigious series that also serves as a front for underground racing. The game is set to release in spring 2027, with a trailer expected at Summer Game Fest.
MAVERICK GAMES REVEALS CLUTCH, A CINEMATIC OPEN-WORLD ACTION-DRIVING GAME WHERE THE PRO CIRCUIT AND UNDERGROUND STREET RACING COLLIDE, LAUNCHING IN SPRING 2027
Maverick Games, founded by former Forza Horizon creative director Mike Brown, has revealed its debut title, Clutch, an open-world action-driving game set to launch in Spring 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game blends cinematic narrative with underground street racing and pro circuit competition, featuring a deep vehicle customization system and a dynamic PvPvE world.
Maverick Games announces open-world action driving game Clutch for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Maverick Games, an independent studio founded by former Forza Horizon creative director Mike Brown, has announced Clutch, an open-world action driving game. The title is slated for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.