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Marathon Coverage Builds Buzz Around Bungie’s Sci-Fi Comeback
Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter Marathon is generating significant community buzz, with content creators and fans showing strong interest in the return to the iconic sci-fi universe. The game aims to blend Bungie's signature polish with the cerebral, cyberpunk aesthetic of deep science fiction, differentiating itself from more military-focused titles in the genre. This revival of a dormant IP represents a major bet by Bungie on a growing genre, with anticipation high for further gameplay details and release information.
Asmodee USA Announces Neuroscape Distribution Partnership, Bringing Crowdfunded Card Game to More Players
Asmodee USA has announced a distribution partnership with the developers of the cyberpunk sci-fi card game Neuroscape TCG. This deal will bring the crowdfunded game, which raised over $570,000 on Kickstarter, to mass retail and Amazon in the United States, as well as supporting its first expansion, Genesis.
Hands On: The Expanse's PS5 RPG Has Serious Potential, But Its Protagonist Is a Big Problem
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, a sci-fi RPG for PlayStation 5, shows significant potential based on a closed beta demo, featuring hard sci-fi elements and impressive environmental destruction during combat. However, the protagonist's voice acting, particularly the male lead, is a major concern that detracts from the experience, though the developer Owlcat Games has time to address these issues before its 2027 release.
Solve Puzzles Across Time In Causal Loop On Xbox, PC And PS5
The narrative-driven puzzle game Causal Loop is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Developed by Mirebound and published by Headup, the game challenges players to solve puzzles by manipulating time and interacting with echoes of their past selves across multiple timelines. It features a sci-fi story about an exo-archaeologist stranded on a mysterious planet.
Project Hail Mary author reveals the one cut book scene he wished they'd squeezed into the movie
Author Andy Weir expressed regret that a specific scene from his novel Project Hail Mary, involving the government setting off nukes in Antarctica, was cut from the movie adaptation. Weir, who also produced the film starring Ryan Gosling, discussed this with screenwriter Drew Goddard on the StarTalk podcast.
Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day finally shows the alien in new teaser, but it's more A.I. than E.T.
The latest trailer for Steven Spielberg's sci-fi movie Disclosure Day reveals an alien threat that appears more artificial intelligence than extraterrestrial, drawing comparisons to A.I. Artificial Intelligence. The film, starring Josh O'Connor and Emily Blunt, centers on a mysterious message from beyond Earth and is set to release on June 12.
NETMARBLE OPENS GLOBAL PRE-REGISTRATION FOR RF ONLINE NEXT
Netmarble has opened global pre-registration for its upcoming sci-fi MMORPG, RF ONLINE NEXT, the sequel to RF Online. The game will launch worldwide on PC and mobile platforms, featuring a dynamic Biosuit system, MAU and Launcher tools, and powerful Animus summons. Pre-registration rewards are available through the official website and app marketplaces.
Gaming Legend Kojima Spotted at Valve HQ Sparking Wild Sci-Fi Collaboration Dreams
Hideo Kojima's recent visit to Valve headquarters has ignited speculation about a potential collaboration, with fans dreaming of a groundbreaking science fiction game. The article explores the possibilities, ranging from Death Stranding 2 on Steam Deck to VR experiences with the Valve Index, highlighting the synergy between Kojima's visionary approach and Valve's technological advancements.
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn preview — Filling a Mass Effect-shaped void
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is an upcoming third-person action RPG from Owlcat Games, built on Unreal Engine 5, that aims to fill the void left by the Mass Effect series. Players will take on the role of a security employee fighting against the Protegen corporation in a story set within The Expanse universe. Despite some technical issues during the preview, the game shows promise with its companion system, real-time combat, and detailed graphics.
Pragmata Sales Surpass One Million Units In Two Days
Capcom announced that its new sci-fi action-adventure game, Pragmata, has sold over one million units worldwide just two days after its April 17 launch. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Capcom expressed delight at the strong reception for the new intellectual property.
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn plays like a Mass Effect-like sci-fi adventure in fine form, but its developer's use of AI raises some difficult questions
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, developed by Owlcat Games, presents a promising Mass Effect-like science-fiction RPG experience with impressive visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5. While the gameplay demo showcases engaging combat, dialogue, and environmental destruction, the studio's use of generative AI tools during development raises ethical questions about the final product's human-made status.
Dawn of War IV Reveals the Adeptus Mechanicus in New CGI Trailer
Deep Silver and KING Art Games have revealed the Adeptus Mechanicus as a playable faction in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV through a new CGI trailer. This marks the faction's debut in the series and follows a previous reveal trailer. The game is a sci-fi RTS featuring four factions, multiple campaigns, and returning multiplayer modes, scheduled for a PC launch in 2026.
Dawn of War IV Reveals the Adeptus Mechanicus in New CGI Trailer
Deep Silver and KING Art Games have revealed the Adeptus Mechanicus as a playable faction in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV through a new CGI trailer. This marks the faction's debut in the series and follows a previous reveal trailer. The game is a sci-fi RTS featuring four factions, multiple campaigns, and returning multiplayer modes, scheduled for a PC launch in 2026.
Silo season 3 trailer teases the beginning of the end for one of Apple's best sci-fi shows
The first trailer for Silo season 3 has been released, teasing the beginning of the end for the Apple TV Plus science fiction series. The season will follow Juliette with memory loss as the silo faces a new threat, while centuries earlier, a journalist and congressman uncover a conspiracy. Silo season 3 premieres on Apple TV Plus on July 3 and will conclude on September 4, with season 4 serving as the show's final season.
Time-Bending Adventure Whirlight – No Time To Trip Launches May 14 on PC, and in Q3 2026 on Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox
Developer imaginarylab announced that its narrative sci-fi adventure game, Whirlight – No Time To Trip, will launch on May 14, 2026, for PC. The game is also slated for release in Q3 2026 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. A new trailer showcases the game's time-traveling mystery and unique visual style.
This is my favorite denial on the Citadel: Mass Effect showrunner says he was never told to rewrite the Amazon series…
Mass Effect co-showrunner Daniel Casey has denied reports that the upcoming Amazon television series is being rewritten for non-gamers, stating he was never given such direction. Casey confirmed that the writers' room is active and the show will explore a new story set after the original trilogy, separate from Commander Shepard's narrative. Other successful Amazon adaptations like Fallout and The Legend of Vox Machina have remained faithful to their source material.
Dawn of War IV reveals new cinematic trailer feature Adeptus Mechanicus awaking the Necrons
Deep Silver and KING Art Games have revealed the Adeptus Mechanicus as a playable faction in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, marking their debut in the series. A new cinematic trailer showcases the Adeptus Mechanicus awakening Necrons in a tomb, with units like Sicarian Ruststalkers and potential Necron Immortals and Lychguards featured.
Beast of Reincarnation Gets Pre-Order Trailer for PS5 Release
PlayStation has released a pre-order trailer for the upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive, Beast of Reincarnation. The game's title and themes of reincarnation evoke cyberpunk and philosophical science fiction, drawing comparisons to classic sci-fi narratives. The announcement highlights the growing trend of pre-order pushes and the anticipation for original, narrative-driven titles on the platform.
PRAGMATA Hits 1 Million Sales in Just 48 Hours
Capcom's new science fiction title, PRAGMATA, has achieved over one million sales within its first 48 hours of release. This significant commercial success for an original intellectual property highlights strong player demand for innovative games in the genre and sends a positive message to the industry about the potential of creative risks.
Rogue Trooper Movie Teaser Trailer Released
The first teaser trailer for the fully animated sci-fi film Rogue Trooper, directed by Duncan Jones and based on the 2000 AD comic, has been released. The film features a voice cast including Hayley Atwell, Jack Lowden, and Sean Bean. The article also briefly mentions other gaming-related news including a Sonic the Hedgehog pop-up cafe, Metal Slug's 30th anniversary, ARC Raiders winning a BAFTA award, and upcoming film adaptations of Elden Ring and Dragon Ball.