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Planet Of The Apes Might Be Getting Rebooted Again
A new Planet of the Apes film is in development, directed by Matt Shakman and written by Josh Friedman. While not a direct sequel to Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, it may exist within the same universe. Producers Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver are returning, and the film is slated for a 2027 release.
Pragmata Sales Surpass Two Million Units In 16 Days
Capcom announced that its new science-fiction action-adventure game, Pragmata, has sold over two million units just 16 days after its April 17 launch. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Pragmata features unique hacking gameplay set on a moon research station where players control a spacefarer and an android working together to escape a hostile AI.
PS5, PS4 Getting Reboot of Acclaimed PSP, PS3 Sci-Fi Game
Steins;Gate Reboot is coming to PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, with a Japanese release set for August 20, 2026, and a Western release to follow. This reboot of the acclaimed visual novel will feature updated visuals, new story content, and user interface improvements. The original game, which launched in 2009, involves a group of students who discover a way to send messages to the past, leading to alterations in history.
Steins;Gate Is Getting Another Remake On Switch 1 & 2 This August
MAGES. announced that Steins;Gate Re:Boot, a new remake of the acclaimed visual novel, will launch for Nintendo Switch in Japan on August 20, 2026. Spike Chunsoft will publish the game in the west, which features refreshed visuals, a refined UI, and new story content. This marks the second remake of the original 2009 title, following Steins;Gate Elite.
Planet of the Apes is getting a new movie, but studio head hints it might not be a total reboot
A new Planet of the Apes movie is in development, helmed by director Matt Shakman and writer Josh Friedman. While details are scarce, sources suggest it will not be a direct continuation of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, but rather a new story, sparking fan debate about potential reboots versus sequels.
PRAGMATA sales top two million in 16 days
The science-fiction action-adventure game PRAGMATA has achieved over two million sales in just 16 days. This milestone highlights the game's strong commercial performance shortly after its release.
10 Best sci-fi RPGs to play in 2026
This list highlights the top 10 science fiction RPGs to play, focusing on strong world-building and classic sci-fi themes. Games like Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Cyberpunk 2077, and Starfield are featured for their immersive narratives and futuristic settings.
New trailer for Stranger Things creators' next Netflix sci-fi show teases hidden monsters in an idyllic community…
A new trailer for Netflix's sci-fi series The Boroughs, from Stranger Things creators The Duffer Brothers, has been released. The show, created by Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews, teases hidden alien monsters within a seemingly idyllic community for senior citizens. The series stars Alfred Molina as Sam Cooper and is set to premiere on May 21.
Aphelion Review – Keeping Hope Alive
Aphelion is a narrative-driven science fiction adventure that excels in its storytelling and visual presentation, though its gameplay can become repetitive. Players explore the planet Persephone as either Ariane Montclair or Thomas Cross, tasked with evaluating its habitability for humanity. The game features a poignant story, immersive atmosphere, and a strong musical score, making it a recommended experience for fans of sci-fi narratives, particularly on PlayStation 5.
MOTORSLICE Released
MOTORSLICE, a sci-fi parkour adventure game developed by Top Hat and Regular Studio, is now available on PC and consoles. The Windows version can be purchased on GOG.com and Steam, with a 10% launch discount offered on the latter.
The Dark Curiosity Announced - A Psychological Sci-Fi Horror on an Abandoned Space Station
Afterlife Studio, founded by solo developer Tamas Sandor, has announced The Dark Curiosity, a psychological sci-fi horror game. Set on an abandoned space station, players must uncover the station's downfall while evading a hostile creature driven by reactive AI. The game is currently available to wishlist on Steam for PC.
Causal Loop Review | TheXboxHub
Causal Loop is a demanding sci-fi puzzle game available on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation 5. Players control an exo-archaeologist who must use a unique "echo branching" mechanic to create temporal duplicates of themselves to solve increasingly complex puzzles. While the narrative and core gameplay are praised, the review notes a significant difficulty spike towards the end that can lead to frustration.
The 15 best sci-fi survival horror video games you can play right now
This article lists and describes 15 of the best sci-fi survival horror video games available now on PC and consoles. The list includes titles like Alien: Isolation, System Shock 1 & 2, Dead Space, and Resident Evil 2, highlighting their unique atmospheres and gameplay mechanics.
Sinopsis Total Recall, Bioskop Trans TV 4 Mei 2026
The 2012 science fiction film Total Recall, starring Colin Farrell, Kate Beckinsale, and Jessica Biel, will be broadcast on Bioskop Trans TV on May 4, 2026. The movie follows Douglas Quaid, a factory worker who discovers he may be a secret agent after undergoing a memory implant procedure.
New Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway Film Sets U.S. May Debut
Bandai Namco Filmworks has announced that Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe will premiere in U.S. theaters on May 15, 2026, with early screenings on May 14. The film continues the story of Hathaway Noa and his resistance group Mafty, set in the Universal Century timeline. Participating theaters will offer exclusive collectible cards featuring the Xi Gundam and Penelope Gundam designs.
The Brotherhood Unveils a Terrifying First Look at Their New Survival Horror Adventure Game ANIMAL USE PROTOCOL - GameHaunt
The Brotherhood has revealed Animal Use Protocol, a new PC survival horror game built on Unreal Engine 5. Players control Penn, an intelligent chimpanzee, escaping a dystopian lab with his rat companion Trip while being hunted by a monstrous chimaera. The game blends elements of Alien: Isolation and Amnesia: The Bunker, focusing on stealth and puzzle-solving with a gravity control device. A release date has not yet been announced, but the game will be available on Steam and GOG.
10 Indie Games Launch This Week With Horror Farming and Sci-Fi Mysteries | HappyGamer
This week sees the release of ten new indie games across various genres, including horror farming simulators, sci-fi detective adventures, and time-traveling strategy titles. Destiny 2 also introduces a new community challenge with an additional reward. The article highlights the creative risks and genre-blending common in the indie development scene.
Total War: Warhammer 40,000’s Hive Waste World, Battle Maps Showcased in Livestream
Creative Assembly showcased new details for Total War: Warhammer 40,000, including a look at a hive waste world and its battle maps. The developers highlighted the game's sense of scale, with diverse planet biomes and detailed environments ranging from desolate wastelands to dense hive interiors. The game is in development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Naughty Dog Is Doing Something Completely Different With Intergalactic | HappyGamer
Naughty Dog is developing a new game titled Intergalactic that represents a significant departure from their previous work like The Last of Us and Uncharted. Actress Tati Gabrielle confirmed the studio is challenging themselves with extensive world-building for this new science fiction project, which is expected to leverage the capabilities of the PlayStation 5.
Intergalactic Star Says The Game Shows "Such A Different Side" Of Naughty Dog
Tati Gabrielle, lead actor for Naughty Dog's upcoming sci-fi game Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, stated that the title will showcase a "different side" of the studio. The game, which features a bounty hunter protagonist on the planet Sempiria, is described as Naughty Dog's "wildest, most creative story" to date, with music by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
