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Crimson Desert allows players to do what GTA 5 didn't – stop the train, but not by using a mech or a dragon
Crimson Desert allows players to stop trains by strategically placing trees on the tracks, a feat not possible in Grand Theft Auto 5. This unique interaction, highlighted by YouTuber BjornTheBear, showcases a specific game mechanic in Pearl Abyss's open-world fantasy adventure. The article also briefly mentions future content updates for the game.
Forza Horizon 6 Is Every Japanese Driving Fantasy Rolled into One: Hands-On Preview - IGN
A hands-on preview of Forza Horizon 6 suggests the game successfully captures Japanese driving fantasies within its meticulously modelled map. The preview indicates players may find it difficult to leave the game's environment.
"Assassin's Creed Black Flag is the best pirate game of all time" according to Windrose devs, so of course they "took inspiration" from it for their viral open-world seafaring game
The developers of the upcoming open-world seafaring game Windrose have cited Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag as their primary inspiration, calling it the best pirate game ever made. Windrose is set to launch in early access and has already garnered over 1.5 million Steam wishlists.
Samson’s ‘70s Muscle Car Turned Me Into Ryan Gosling’s Getaway Driver
Samson is an open-world crime caper that, despite its flaws, features interesting car mechanics that evoke the feeling of being a cinematic getaway driver. The game's driving mechanics are highlighted as a key element, drawing comparisons to famous movie car chases.
Crimson Desert is fixing its biggest long-term problem, and that's just the start of a packed new roadmap
Pearl Abyss has released a roadmap for Crimson Desert detailing upcoming improvements and new features planned for April, May, and June. Key updates include addressing enemy scarcity in the late game, introducing difficulty settings, adding new combat content, and implementing significant quality-of-life improvements such as specialized storage and expanded customization options for controls and equipment visibility.
Raise Anchor! Windrose, the Swashbuckling Survival-Adventure Game, Sets Sail into PC Early Access on April 14
Windrose, a co-op pirate survival-adventure game developed by Windrose Crew, is launching into Early Access on April 14 for PC platforms including Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game features solo or co-op play for up to four players, with a focus on exploration, naval combat, and survival in a procedurally generated world with handcrafted points of interest.
Pokemon-like MMO Temtem channels Palworld with new open-world survival crafting game Temtem: Pioneers
Developer Crema has announced Temtem: Pioneers, a new open-world survival crafting game that channels Palworld. The game will feature over 200 Temtem, new combat mechanics allowing up to three creatures on the field, and settlement building. Temtem: Pioneers is planned for PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, with a Kickstarter campaign already underway.
Cyberpunk 2077 Is Now Utterly Essential on PS5 Pro
Cyberpunk 2077 is now considered a must-play on the PlayStation 5 Pro, particularly due to its impressive ray-traced modes. These enhancements provide a significant boost in visual depth to the already acclaimed open-world experience.
One of Steam's most successful Pokémon-likes is doing a Palworld
Crema Games announced Temtem: Pioneers, an open-world survival crafting adventure featuring creature collection and battling, drawing comparisons to Palworld. The game will allow players to gather materials, craft equipment, build bases, and explore new biomes with their tameable creatures. Temtem: Pioneers is coming to PC via Steam and has launched a Kickstarter campaign.
Highly anticipated pirate survival game Windrose lands a release date, and it's setting sail very, very soon
The pirate survival game Windrose, developed by Windrose Crew and published by Pocketpair, will launch into Steam early access on April 14th. The game is set in an alternate 18th-century Caribbean and features open-world exploration, ship combat, and Souls-inspired melee. The early access version is expected to offer 50-70 hours of main story content.
"Fantasy-style GTA" open-world game reportedly canceled after 2 years of work at Nexon
Nexon has reportedly canceled its unannounced open-world fantasy game, codenamed Project EL, after approximately two years of development. The game was described as a "fantasy-style GTA" and was being developed by a team led by director Shim Ki-hoon. This cancellation comes shortly after Patrick Söderlund was appointed as Nexon's executive chairman.
As Just Cause lead's new action game stumbles to mixed reviews, director promise fixes for "unacceptable" bugs and performance woes: "Samson is here to stay"
Christofer Sundberg, co-creator of Just Cause, has acknowledged that his new game, Samson, is experiencing significant bugs and performance issues following its launch. Sundberg stated that these problems are "unacceptable" and that his studio, Liquid Swords, is actively working on fixes to deliver the game as intended.
Triple-I Initiative Showcase 2026: Castlevania, Dead As Disco, And Every Game Shown
The Triple-I Initiative Showcase featured 40 game announcements, including world premieres and DLC for existing titles. Highlights included new looks at Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Dead as Disco, and Windrose, alongside reveals for games like Final Sentence and Crop. Several titles announced release dates or entered early access, with many coming to PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Crimson Desert’s Late Game Is Hurt by One Massive Flaw
Crimson Desert's late game is significantly hampered by a design flaw where enemies do not respawn after being cleared, leading to an empty world and an inability to engage with core combat systems. This issue prevents players from testing builds, completing certain challenges, and fully enjoying the game's combat focus. Potential solutions include enemy respawn mechanics, faction wars, or a New Game Plus mode.
Crimson Desert’s First Region Is Almost Too Good To Leave
Crimson Desert's initial region, Hernand, is so rich with content and engaging storylines that players are spending dozens of hours there before venturing into other areas. The region's intricate politics, numerous factions, and deep questlines make it feel like a complete game in itself, showcasing strong game design that immerses players in its world. This density suggests the remaining four regions will offer a similarly compelling experience.
Samson review - the poor man’s GTA 6
Samson is a lower-budget indie game attempting to fill the void while players wait for Grand Theft Auto 6. Developed by Liquid Swords, veterans of the Just Cause franchise, the game features a mix of fighting and driving in a crime-focused open world. However, the review criticizes its repetitive missions, simplistic combat, poor writing, and numerous technical glitches, ultimately deeming it a failed attempt at a GTA clone.
15 More Insane Details You May Have Missed in Crimson Desert
This article highlights numerous small but impressive details discovered in Crimson Desert, ranging from dynamic NPC reactions to environmental effects impacting gameplay. It emphasizes the game's attention to detail in its open world, encouraging players to explore and observe their surroundings to uncover hidden mechanics and features.
Crimson Desert's "enemy density issue is very real in the late game," says Palworld publishing chief, so…
John Buckley, publishing lead for Palworld, has acknowledged that Crimson Desert suffers from an "enemy density issue" in its late game, making it difficult for players to complete challenges. Players are reportedly spending an average of 20 hours per week in the game, leading to concerns about burnout and lack of content.
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin Ranks #1 on PlayStation’s F2P Charts for March 2026
Netmarble's anime open-world RPG, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin, ranked first on the PlayStation Store's free-to-play charts for March 2026 across major regions including the US, Canada, EU, and Asia. The game also performed well on PC via Steam, reaching the global Top Sellers chart, and is available on mobile platforms.
Samson Released
Samson, an action-adventure game set in an open world, is now available on PC via the Epic Games Store and Steam. The game features driving and combat mechanics.