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The Alters: Last Variable Expansion Launches on July 13th, Offers 20 Hours of New Content
11 bit studios announced that the story expansion for The Alters, titled Last Variable, will launch on July 13th, offering approximately 20 hours of new content. The expansion follows a different Alter of Jan investigating a phenomenon called the Oasis and introduces new roles, research, and environmental challenges. The Alters is available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Silent Hill 2 remakers Bloober Team are boldly going where few horror devs have gone before in Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a "psychological thriller" starring Ro Laren
Bloober Team, known for Silent Hill 2 and Cronos: The New Dawn, is developing Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a psychological thriller set on an uncharted planet. Players will control Ro Laren, voiced by Michelle Forbes, as she encounters hostile creatures and a mind-altering entity. The game is scheduled for a 2027 release and is a collaboration with Paramount Games Studio.
Exodus Looks a Lot Like a Spiritual Successor to Mass Effect In 20-Minute Gameplay Demo
Archetype Entertainment has revealed a 20-minute gameplay demo for their upcoming sci-fi RPG, Exodus, developed by former Mass Effect creators. The demo showcases third-person combat, party member interactions, and narrative elements, highlighting unique mechanics like time dilation. Exodus is slated for an early 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
EXODUS ‘Extended Gameplay Reveal’ video, screenshots
Archetype Entertainment has released a 20-minute extended gameplay reveal for their science-fiction action RPG EXODUS, set for release in early 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. The footage showcases player customization, companion characters including C.C. Orlev voiced by Matthew McConaughey, and the game's unique Traveler Tech and Time Dilation mechanics.
Among Us TV show creator says his love of sci-fi is what attracted him to the new video game adaptation, as it reminded him of The Thing and Alien
Owen Dennis, creator of the new Among Us animated series, was drawn to the project due to his love for science fiction and murder mysteries, citing influences like The Thing and Alien. He explains that the game's premise of crewmates completing tasks while imposters attempt to kill them mirrors these classic sci-fi horror films. Dennis also discussed how the lack of a clear narrative in the game led him to draw inspiration from various sci-fi franchises to build the show's world and characters.
First Alien: Isolation 2 Footage Revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026
The first trailer for Alien: Isolation 2 was revealed at Summer Game Fest 2026, showcasing a new planet and the return of the Xenomorph. The footage hints at a continuation of the survival horror experience from the original game.
Exclusive: Read an Extract From Peter F. Hamilton's Latest Sci-Fi Novel Set in the Exodus Universe
An exclusive extract from Peter F. Hamilton's novel "Exodus: The Helium Sea" is available, serving as a prequel to the upcoming RPG "Exodus" by Archetype Entertainment. The novel is the first part of a duology that builds the science fiction universe for the game.
Shade Protocol, a cyber fantasy sci-fi Metroidvania game, announced for Nintendo Switch
Shade Protocol, a cyber fantasy sci-fi Metroidvania game, has been announced for Nintendo Switch after a successful Kickstarter campaign that raised over $100,000. The game features a unique mechanic where players can transform the world using music and code, and will include collaborations with artists like Manami Matsumae. Players will explore a handcrafted world, engage in fast-paced combat, and unlock abilities to alter the environment as Zura, a failed experiment.
Legendary Warhammer artist John Blanche has died
Legendary Warhammer artist John Blanche, renowned for his influential work on Warhammer 40,000 and other Games Workshop properties, has died at the age of 77. Blanche, who retired from Games Workshop in 2023, was celebrated for his unique vision of the grimdark setting and his contributions to several Warhammer video games.
Silo's season 3 trailer promises chaos and time jumps
The third season of the science fiction series Silo is set to premiere on July 3. The upcoming season promises increased chaos and features time jumps.
Zack Snyder is set to direct a "reimagining" of the '80s sci-fi action classic that inspired Metal Gear
Director Zack Snyder is set to write and direct a remake of John Carpenter's 1981 sci-fi action film Escape from New York. The original film, starring Kurt Russell as Snake Plissken, inspired the Metal Gear video game series. This remake was previously in development with other directors attached before Snyder took over.
Robert Pattinson's wild dead character Tenet theory was immediately shut down by his co-star: "What are you…
Robert Pattinson, who starred as Neil in Christopher Nolan's film Tenet, shared a theory that his character was dead throughout the movie, which was immediately dismissed by co-star John David Washington. The article also touches on other fan theories regarding Neil's identity and his connection to Elizabeth Debicki's character, Kat.
Physics-based sci-fi survival game Venus: The Last Ascent announced for PC
Breaking Walls, the developer behind AWAY: The Survival Series, has announced Venus: The Last Ascent. This new title is a physics-based science fiction survival game set to launch on PC.
Sinopsis Bleeding Steel, Bioskop Trans TV 1 Juni 2026
Bleeding Steel is a 2017 science fiction action film starring Jackie Chan as Lin Dong, a special agent protecting a client with a revolutionary mechanical heart while his own daughter battles a terminal illness. The plot involves a race against time to secure the device from assassins led by Andre, with a time jump revealing the story's impact through a book and a new set of characters dealing with the legacy of the technology.
Apocalypse Hotel takes home two awards at the Japan Sci-fi Convention
The 57th Seiun Awards, Japan's oldest science fiction award, announced its winners. Apocalypse Hotel won the Best Media Award, and its spinoff manga Apocalypse Hotel Pusupusu took home the Best Comic Award. Mechanical designer Ikuto Yamashita also received the Best Artist Award.
Pixar’s New Animated Flick, Hoppers, Is Available For Preorder On Amazon
Disney and Pixar's new animated film, Hoppers, is now available for preorder on Amazon for $30, with a release date set for June 2. The film, which marks Pixar's first major sci-fi release since Wall-E, follows a college student who can "hop" into the body of a robotic beaver to save an animal habitat from a freeway construction project. It features bonus content including deleted scenes, bloopers, and behind-the-scenes featurettes.
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition [Switch 2] review – Fit and Finish
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2 offers a vast and immersive world, running at 60fps and capable of 4K when docked. The game's story, set on the alien planet Mira, focuses on rebuilding civilization and uncovering its secrets, with strong supporting characters and side missions carrying emotional weight. While some legacy issues like texture popping and occasional visual blending in handheld mode persist, the updated visuals and quality-of-life improvements make this a definitive experience.
Hooded Horse publishing the space action RPG C-Beams
Hooded Horse has announced it will publish C-Beams, a new space action RPG featuring Newtonian physics, ship customization, and chaotic ship-to-ship combat. Players will explore a vast system, engage in factional conflicts, and specialize in various roles like mining, trading, or combat. The game is noted for its hard sci-fi elements and gorgeous spaceship designs.
Japanese-style sci-fi fantasy Gravastar revealed for Nintendo Switch 2
Studio Atma has revealed Gravastar, a Japanese-style turn-based RPG with a sci-fi fantasy setting, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features a unique conditional turn-based battle system inspired by fighting games and a story-driven campaign. Further details on the launch timing will be announced later.
Japanese-inspired sci-fi fantasy RPG Gravastar announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC
Studio Atma has announced Gravastar, a Japanese-inspired turn-based RPG with science-fiction and fantasy elements. The game is slated for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC.