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Metro 2039 executive producer says the game brings back the 'spookiness' of the claustrophobic metro tunnels from the first games while also offering open world zones: 'We didn't want to ditch everything that we did in Metro Exodus'
Metro 2039 executive producer Jon Bloch stated that the game will reintroduce the claustrophobic tunnel exploration from earlier titles while retaining open-world elements from Metro Exodus. Creative director Andriy Shevchenko added that the team aims to blend the best aspects of both approaches to create a compelling, immersive story. Metro 2039 is set to release in February 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with a focus on optimization across all platforms.
Crimson Desert Gets Enhanced Update With Additional Story Moments, More Localization Options
Pearl Abyss has released a new trailer for Crimson Desert Enhanced, detailing improvements including additional story moments and expanded localization options. This free update is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The company is also working on an expansion aiming for a Q3 2026 launch, with recent updates hinting at potential nautical adventures.
Five open world games built to swallow years of your life
This article highlights five open-world games that offer immense depth and longevity, encouraging exploration and player freedom. Titles like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Elden Ring, Red Dead Redemption 2, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt are praised for their vast environments, emergent gameplay, and ability to keep players engaged for hundreds of hours.
Popular Open-World PS5 Game Is 75% Off on PlayStation Store
The action-adventure open-world game Judgment is currently on sale for 75% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $9.99 for PlayStation 5 and $7.49 for PlayStation 4. This limited-time offer, from SEGA, ends on August 27, 2026. The game follows disgraced attorney Takayuki Yagami as he investigates a series of murders.
I played two missions of Gears of War: E-Day's campaign: One rocked, but the other did not
A preview of Gears of War: E-Day's campaign highlights the game's strengths in linear, spectacle-driven setpieces, particularly during a mission involving a large bridge. While the open-world sections showed potential with detailed city environments and optional objectives, they felt less impactful compared to the traditional linear segments, raising questions about their overall presence in the full game.
Everything announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 — from Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake to The Witcher…
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased numerous game announcements, including a Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered with new content. The show featured reveals for Ananta, The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past DLC, Nodus Fall, Rainbow Six Tactics, Gears of War: E-Day, and many more titles across various genres and platforms.
Next big D&D game fully revealed with a lengthy gameplay trailer
The next major Dungeons & Dragons game, Warlock, has been fully revealed with a gameplay trailer showcasing its immersive sim-inspired action. Developed by Invoke and published by Wizards of the Coast, the open-world RPG channels influences from games like The Darkness and Infamous. Warlock is set to release next year and will be available on PC via Steam.
Warlock Reveals Open World Setting Of Darkon And Evolving Magic System At Gamescom Opening Night
Gameplay footage of Warlock was shown at Gamescom Opening Night, revealing the open world setting of Darkon, also known as the Domain of Dread. The demonstration highlighted the game's evolving magic system and the player's Imp companion.
Ananta release date places the free-to-play anime take on GTA in January 2027, just 2 months after Rockstar's GTA 6
NetEase Games has announced that its free-to-play, anime-style open-world game Ananta will launch in January 2027. This release date places it just two months after Rockstar Games' highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6, which is set to release on November 19. The announcement was made during Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026.
Crimson Desert is already getting an Enhanced edition with "new story moments" and new language options
Pearl Abyss has announced Crimson Desert Enhanced, an update for their open-world game that will introduce new story moments and expanded voice-over options in German, French, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, and Japanese, along with Arabic subtitles and UI.
What is the release date of Ananta?
Naked Rain and NetEase Games' free-to-play open-world action-RPG Ananta is set to launch on January 15, 2027. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, PC, Android, and iOS, featuring exploration of Nova City and Chongxiao's Lingyun City.
Maverick Games partners with Focus Entertainment to publish debut racing title Clutch
Maverick Games has partnered with Focus Entertainment to publish its debut open-world racing title, Clutch, set for a Spring 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This deal follows Maverick's earlier publishing agreement with Amazon Game Studios, which was terminated earlier this year. Focus Entertainment aims to establish Clutch as a major new racing IP.
Open-world Iron Man game footage leaks, showing an hour of Just Cause dev Avalanche's cancelled Marvel game
Gameplay footage from a cancelled open-world Iron Man game developed by Avalanche Studios for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 has leaked online. The project, which was in development around 2012, was reportedly cancelled due to Disney's decision to shorten its development schedule. The footage showcases flying, combat, and similarities to Avalanche's Just Cause series.
'Let the team cook. It will be worth the wait' — CD Projekt Red confirms The Witcher 4 is…
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 release window, with joint-CEO Michal Nowakowski describing it as the studio's most ambitious game to date. Over 500 developers are working on the title, which will feature a large open world and intense gameplay. The studio also teased The Witcher 3's next expansion, Songs of the Past, launching in 2027.
Over an hour of footage from the canceled Iron Man game is online, and it sure looks like the Just Cause devs' take…
Over an hour of leaked gameplay footage from a canceled open-world Iron Man game developed by Avalanche Studios has surfaced online. The footage, reportedly sourced from a PlayStation 3 development kit, showcases aerial combat, gadget use, and environmental destruction, reminiscent of Avalanche's Just Cause series. The project was reportedly canceled due to 'company politics' and a desire by Disney to shorten its development schedule.
Ananta is Coming to PC, PS5, Android, and iOS on January 15th
Naked Rain has announced that its open-world title Ananta will launch on January 15th for PC, PlayStation 5, Android, and iOS. The game features a blend of stealth, parkour, and combat, with players exploring two distinct cities and uncovering hidden truths. Ananta, formerly known as Project Mugen, focuses on the adventures of A.C.D. agents.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition – 15 Details To Know Before You Jump In
The Elden Ring Tarnished Edition is set to release on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 28th for $79.99, including both the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. This version features new starting classes, armor, weapons, and customization skins for Torrent. It will run at 30 FPS and 1080p in handheld mode.
The Witcher 4 is 'targeting' a 2028 release
CD Projekt RED co-CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 release window. He described the game as their biggest, boldest, and most ambitious to date, featuring a large open world and impactful story. The company is working with over 500 developers on the project.
CD Projekt Red is "targeting" a 2028 release date for The Witcher 4, per a new update from the developer
CD Projekt Red is targeting a 2028 release for The Witcher 4, describing it as their most ambitious game to date. Over 500 developers are working on the new RPG saga, which will feature a large open world and impactful story. The developer also provided an update on The Witcher 3's upcoming DLC, Songs of the Past, which will be shown at Gamescom and star Geralt.
Corepunk brings point capturing warfare to the open world with its latest update
Corepunk's latest update introduces a new open-world mechanic where players can capture randomly spawning points. Holding these points requires fighting off waves of enemies and potentially other players, with rewards including chests and leaderboard points. The patch also includes item and ability tags, class adjustments, and various other quality-of-life improvements.
