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Saros Is Back Down to $50 at Amazon, Its Lowest Price Yet
Physical copies of Housemarque's PlayStation 5 sci-fi shooter Saros are available for $50 at Amazon, marking its lowest price to date. This deal offers a significant discount on the title.
Pragmata Has Sold Over 2.5 Million Units Since Launch
Capcom's new intellectual property, Pragmata, has sold over 2.5 million units since its April launch, with the publisher citing the success of Resident Evil remakes as a factor in funding new titles. The sci-fi shooter, available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch, faced several delays and development challenges. The game follows Hugh's investigation on the Moon, where he encounters an android named Diana.
It Feels Wrong For Halo To Feel Better Than Ever On PS5
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo: Combat Evolved, is surprisingly enjoyable on PlayStation 5 despite its Xbox origins. Developed in Unreal Engine 5, this reimagining features new missions, redesigned levels, updated gameplay mechanics like sprinting and aiming down sights, and improved narrative connections to later Halo titles. While the new prequel missions introduce underdeveloped characters and the checkpoint system can be finicky, the overall experience enhances the classic story and serves as a new gold standard for playing the first Halo game.
Digital Extremes finally reveal Warframe: Tau, the sci-fi shooter's long-awaited second solar system, and it's a gruesome place indeed
Digital Extremes has revealed Warframe: Tau, a new solar system for the sci-fi shooter, featuring a grim, noir-themed city hub called Fornax and a new detective-like Warframe named Brysko. The expansion, launching this year, introduces themes of addiction and gambling, with players needing to progress through the existing game to access it. Additional updates include a new ice-themed Warframe and a rework for Banshee.
A year on from its launch, former Blizzard devs' Wildgate only has one last update left, but it's not shutting down
Moonshot Games' sci-fi shooter Wildgate will receive its final major update next month due to a lack of a large enough player base to sustain ongoing development. While active development is ceasing, the game will continue to receive occasional bug fixes, balance updates, and server maintenance. The studio's team will shift focus to new R&D projects, and the game is currently available at a discount on Steam.
ONCE A RANGER, ALWAYS A RANGER - GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE 'ARK RANGER' UPDATE NOW AVAILABLE
Level Infinite has released the 'Ark Ranger' update for Goddess of Victory: Nikke, available on PC and mobile devices. This update introduces the new character Ark Ranger Black, a hero-themed story event inspired by tokusatsu series, and new costumes. The game has been downloaded over 45 million times globally.
OUTBLAST - OUT TODAY - WITH A BLAST!!
Rhino Rock Studios has released their new Sci-Fi shooter, OUTBLAST, on June 4, 2026. The game offers both standalone PC play and an immersive VR option, featuring retro-inspired graphics and fast-paced gameplay across five districts with unique bosses. Players can compete on global leaderboards and upgrade their ships as they fight to save the planet Perseon-6 from a viral intelligence.
Gamer Discovers Vanquish: Why This Hidden Gem Still Rocks
A Reddit user's accidental discovery of PlatinumGames' 2010 sci-fi shooter Vanquish highlights why the game remains a hidden gem. Its unique sliding mechanic and fast-paced combat offer a risk-reward loop that still holds up today. Despite launching alongside major titles and not fitting neatly into genre categories, Vanquish's tight design and recent PC and console re-releases allow it to find new audiences.
Pragmata Sales Have Already Topped 1m, Capcom Announces
Capcom announced that its new sci-fi shooter, Pragmata, has sold over one million units within its first two days of release. The publisher attributes the success to marketing initiatives and day-one support for the Nintendo Switch 2. Pragmata is an original IP available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
'Tarkov for life': After announcing a new sci-fi shooter, Escape from Tarkov's creator assures players that there's enough room in his heart for both
Nikita Buyanov, the creator of Escape from Tarkov, has clarified his involvement with the new sci-fi shooter Fragmentary Order. He assures players that Escape from Tarkov remains his life and that he continues to work on it with Battlestate Games, while Fragmentary Order is being developed by a separate company he founded to pursue his dream of creating a hard sci-fi experience.
Pragmata Review – Hack and Dash
Pragmata, a sci-fi shooter announced over five years ago, has finally been released and is considered worth the wait. The game features a unique blend of familiar shooter mechanics with innovative hacking gameplay, set in a compelling narrative on the moon. Despite a long development cycle and periods of silence, the game delivers a visually striking experience with engaging combat and character dynamics.
Pragmata review: Capcom's confidence peaks with a sci-fi shooter that dares you to like it or leave it
Capcom's Pragmata is a unique sci-fi shooter that blends intense combat with grid-based puzzles, offering a challenging experience reminiscent of the Xbox 360 era. The game features a compelling narrative about loneliness and humanity, centered on the relationship between the protagonist Hugh and an android named Diana. Despite a slow start, the game's innovative combat system and technical prowess on platforms like the PlayStation 5 make it a standout, experimental title.
GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE 3.5 ANNIVERSARY UPDATE LIVESTREAM COMING APRIL 18
Level Infinite and SHIFT UP will host a livestream on April 18th to reveal details about the upcoming 3.5 Anniversary update for Goddess of Victory: Nikke. The broadcast will showcase new characters, rewards, and a global campaign, and will also announce the winner of the fourth annual NIKKE Global Popularity Poll. Goddess of Victory: Nikke is available on PC, iOS, and Android.
Pragmata and Saros pre-orders are cheaper than ever at one UK retailer
UK retailer Currys is offering a 10% discount on pre-orders for the upcoming sci-fi shooters Pragmata and Saros. Pragmata, developed by Capcom, will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC for £41.39. Saros, from Housemarque, is a PlayStation 5 exclusive launching at £58.49.
Viscerafest Hits Xbox And PlayStation In A Blur Of Speed, Steel And Sheer Chaos
Viscerafest, an arena FPS developed by Acid Man Games and Fire Plant Games, has launched on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 for £20.99, with a Nintendo Switch version planned. The game features fast-paced combat, a bounty-hunting premise, and a variety of enemy types and weapons. It previously debuted on PC in April 2025 with positive reviews.
Destiny: Rising Unveils Major Updates for Season 4 - with New Story Chapters, Gameplay Additions, and User Experience Improvements
NetEase Games has announced major updates for its sci-fi shooter Destiny: Rising, launching Season 4 on March 26. The update includes new story chapters in the Red Sea Rift, free Mythic characters like Efrideet, new weapons, and gameplay additions such as the Gauntlet Onslaught raid. Quality-of-life improvements include the removal of Pinnacle Energy restrictions and streamlined early progression for new players, while veteran players will see a raised level cap and a new Paragon Board system.
New PS5 Sci-Fi Shooter Gets Strong Reviews, Out Now on PS Store
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War!, a new retro-styled sci-fi shooter from Auroch Digital, Dotemu, and Game Source Entertainment, is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game has received strong reviews, with critics praising its entertaining retro feel, design choices, and the unique ability to play as the Arachnid Menace. While not pushing the genre forward, it offers a fun and entertaining experience for fans of the franchise.
We Spent 10 Hours Playing Marathon: What We Loved (and Hated) About Bungie's New Sci-Fi Shooter
Bungie's new sci-fi shooter Marathon has returned after a 30-year absence. This preview details 10 hours of gameplay, covering its graphics and mechanics, based on recent server slam tests.
Warframe codes (March 2026)
This guide provides a list of active Warframe promo and redeem codes for March 2026, offering free in-game items such as skins, glyphs, and boosters. It also explains how to redeem these codes through the game's mobile interface or official website.
Capcom's Pragmata Brings Its PS5 Release Date Forward by a Full Week
Capcom has moved the release date for its PlayStation 5 sci-fi action shooter, Pragmata, forward by one week to April 17th. This adjustment places the game's launch further away from the April 30th release of the PlayStation 5 exclusive Saros - Returnal's successor. The article also includes a new trailer showcasing gameplay elements and a rest area.
