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After 6 hours, Crimson Desert is one of the most overwhelming, chaotic, madcap videogames I've ever…
Crimson Desert, the upcoming single-player action RPG from Pearl Abyss, offers a chaotic and unrestrained high-fantasy experience with an absurdly deep combat system. Despite its overwhelming complexity and a vast array of mechanics, the game aims to deliver constant "hell yeah" moments through its irreverent story and sincere presentation.
Kalit – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Kalit is a survival adventure game set in a massive open world with a 1930s rubber hose animation style. Players can fight, capture and command creatures, farm, mine, and craft. The game features a demo available on Steam, offering a charming cartoony take on the survival genre.
Nioh 3 Review
Nioh 3, the latest installment in the Nioh series from Team Ninja, transitions to an open-world experience while retaining its signature brutal and tactical combat. Players control a warrior with dual ninja and samurai heritage, exploring multiple eras of Japanese history filled with Yokai. The game offers refined combat with stance switching, extensive loot, and character customization, though some bosses lack the memorability of previous titles.
The Fallout 76 Backwoods update unleashes a very angry Bigfoot
The latest Backwoods update for Fallout 76 introduces new cryptid enemies to public events, offering players increased rewards. The update aims to enhance the open-world experience with new challenges and content.
The PC game releases we're most excited about in March
March 2026 is set to be a busy month for PC game releases, featuring a variety of genres including the extraction shooter Marathon, the open-world action RPG Crimson Desert, and the horror remake Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Several other titles like Slay the Spire 2, Death Stranding 2, and SAND: Raiders of Sophie are also slated for release, alongside various game development events and Steam sales.
Mario Kart World Brings an Open World and More to Nintendo Switch 2 This June - NintendoFuse
Nintendo has revealed Mario Kart World, an ambitious new installment for the Nintendo Switch 2 launching June 5, 2025. This entry introduces an open-world environment connecting various courses, supports up to 24 players, and features new mechanics like Charge Jumps and Rewinds. The game also includes new modes such as Knockout Tour and Free Roam, alongside returning favorites like Balloon Battle and Coin Runners.
Scar Tries Sand: A Superfluous Game
Sand: A Superfluous Game is a quirky open-world survival game with base-building elements, set in a post-apocalyptic Alaska. Developed by Voided Pixels Studio, it blends exploration, resource management, and unique "Sand Powers" with a blend of undead, cosmic horror, and mutant monsters. Despite some restrictive travel mechanics, the game offers depth, engaging world-building, and absurd humor at an excellent price point.
Top Indie Game Releases of January 2026, Part 1 – GTOGG’s Curated Picks – A giant crab with cannons?! – GTOGG
This article highlights several promising indie game releases from the first week of January 2026. Featured titles include the psychological horror game Pathologic 3, the metroidvania roguelite Death Machine, the retro dungeon crawler Dungeon Antiqua 2, the open-world survival game StarRupture, and the unique crab-piloted adventure DuneCrawl.
Top Indie Game Releases of January 2026, Part 4 – GTOGG’s Curated Picks – Zombies, time loops, and a really grumpy alien – GTOGG
This article rounds up notable indie game releases from the final week of January 2026, featuring a variety of genres. Titles include 'The Spirit Lift,' a deckbuilder roguelike set in hell; 'Earth Must Die,' a point & click adventure with a grumpy alien; and 'Fear the Timeloop,' a survival game centered around a time loop.
Svenska pc-actionspelet Samson släpps i april
The PC action game Samson, developed by Christofer Sundberg's studio Liquid Swords, is set to release on April 8. The game features a blend of driving and combat, drawing comparisons to Grand Theft Auto and Driver. It will be available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Far Cry 5 (PS4)
This review of Far Cry 5 on PlayStation 4 highlights satisfying shooting mechanics and a functional companion system, despite a poorly executed story and weak villains. While the game offers some character customization through perks and weapon upgrades, the narrative ultimately serves as a thin vehicle for mission objectives. The reviewer found the game to be a solid 6/10, especially considering its sale price, and plans to play Far Cry New Dawn next.
Red Dead Redemption 2 (PS4)
Red Dead Redemption 2 offers a slow-paced, relaxing experience with an emphasis on detailed world-building and compelling storytelling. While the game excels in its immersive atmosphere and character development, the reviewer notes a lack of player agency in making a lasting impact on the open world beyond the main narrative.
Conan Exiles (PC)
Conan Exiles is an open-world crafting and building game that offers a satisfying traversal experience due to the lack of fast travel. While the building mechanics are solid, the graphics are passable with occasional glitches, and the combat feels clunky. The game lacks clear direction for its plot, but provides ample opportunity for players to engage in base building and character progression.
Far Cry 4 (PS4)
Far Cry 4 offers solid combat and enjoyable collectables, but is ultimately a forgettable experience due to its weak story and dated graphics, even on the PlayStation 4 Pro. While gameplay mechanics are similar to Far Cry 5, the open-world traversal can be tedious, and the crafting system requires significant hunting.
Far Cry New Dawn (PS4 Pro)
Far Cry New Dawn is on par with previous entries like Far Cry 5 and Far Cry 4, offering familiar open-world gameplay with some minor enhancements. While it improves on certain aspects like the endgame and removes some annoyances from Far Cry 5, it suffers from downgraded graphics, a tiered weapon system, and repetitive dialogue. The game is rated 7/10, with the reviewer hoping Ubisoft focuses more on combat and unique enemies in future titles.
Ghost of Yotei (PS5)
Ghost of Yotei offers a relaxing open-world experience on PlayStation 5, featuring locked 60 FPS performance and graphics comparable to Ghost of Tsushima. While the gameplay systems are slightly more complex and exploration is enjoyable, the story and final boss difficulty were found to be less compelling than its predecessor. The game supports offline play, though a day one patch was downloaded to fix bugs and improve the UI.
Starfield (PC)
The reviewer found Starfield to be a satisfying Bethesda Studios experience, delivering on the expected open-world exploration and content. Similar to Fallout 3, New Vegas, and Fallout 4, the game offers extensive content and a relaxed exploration loop across various worlds. The reviewer plans to revisit the game in a few months, anticipating the release of mods.
Is Star Wars Outlaws Any Good? - Review In Progress - The Game Fanatics
Star Wars Outlaws offers a fun, grounded take on the Star Wars universe, placing players in the role of scoundrel Kay Vess between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Developed by Massive Entertainment, the game features a lively world, solid combat and stealth mechanics, and a unique ability upgrade system. While some flaws like a harsh checkpoint system and occasional physics glitches are present, the overall experience is a faithful and enjoyable depiction of the Star Wars galaxy, particularly for those new to its lore.
Get started in Genshin Impact with our beginner’s guide
This beginner's guide for Genshin Impact, developed by HoYoverse, covers essential tips for new players. It focuses on understanding elemental interactions, building effective teams, and prioritizing the main story to increase Adventure Rank. The guide also advises on resource management, such as wisely using Resin and not over-investing in early-game gear.
GTA 6 pre-orders going up soon predict fans after PlayStation Store update
An update to the PlayStation Store backend suggests Rockstar Games may soon open pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6. Take-Two Interactive has reiterated the game's November 19, 2026 release date, with marketing expected to begin this summer. Title IDs for the game have been added to the PlayStation database, indicating an upcoming announcement.
