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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.
Your pass to explore the furthest reaches of space – a narrative strategy Project: Aurora is now available on Steam
Project: Aurora, a narrative strategy game from Tesseract Games, is now available on PC via Steam for $13.99. The game tasks players with managing a research mission on a distant, potentially hostile planet, balancing resource management, technology development, and crew survival amidst a growing sense of dread and mystery.
Pragmata Review – Stunning Sci-Fi Action That Delivers | Invision Game Community
Pragmata is a visually stunning third-person action shooter that delivers an engaging gameplay loop with satisfying combat and a heartfelt father-daughter dynamic between the protagonist Hugh and the robot Diana. Built on the RE Engine, the game offers impressive graphics and smooth performance on PC and PlayStation 5, with a runtime of around 16 hours.
Into the Depths of SAROS’ Carcosa with Housemarque
Housemarque's upcoming PlayStation 5 title, SAROS, is described as a spiritual successor to Returnal, featuring a dark science fiction narrative set on the corrupting planet Carcosa. Creative Director Gregory Louden and Art Director Simone Silvestri discussed the game's mechanics, including the 'eclipse' system that transforms the world and offers gameplay opportunities, as well as the ensemble cast, featuring actors like Jane Perry and Rahul Kohli.
Aphelion Review – Spectacular storytelling meets less than spectacular gameplay
Aphelion is a science fiction game that excels in its storytelling and character performances, featuring superb cut-scenes and photorealistic visuals. However, the gameplay is marred by significant jankiness, including clipping issues, stuck characters, and repetitive mechanics, detracting from an otherwise compelling narrative.
Gorgeous PS5 Sci-Fi Action Adventure Game Out Today on PS Store
Don't Nod has released Aphelion, a new sci-fi third-person action-adventure game, today on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5. The game follows two European Space Agency astronauts stranded on the planet Persephone after their mission to survey it goes awry. Aphelion is available for $34.99, with a physical Pioneer Edition priced at $39.99.
'When you look at horror franchises or movies or games, the sci-fi space is huge' — Directive 8020 executive producer says the simple reason for the game's space setting was because it's 'just fun'
Directive 8020 executive producer Dan McDonald stated that the game's space setting was chosen because it is 'fun' and allows Supermassive Games to explore different horror concepts within The Dark Pictures Anthology series. The decision to set the fifth installment in space was made early in the series' development, and it required the team to develop new assets and skills due to the unique environment.
Aphelion Review - Hope-None
Aphelion is a third-person narrative adventure game set on the planet Persephone, following two astronauts searching for a new home for humanity. Despite visually striking alien landscapes and well-directed cutscenes, the game is hampered by mediocre gameplay, including shallow climbing and tedious stealth sections, and unlikable, one-dimensional leads with repetitive dialogue.
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds returns for its penultimate season on July 23
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is set to premiere its fourth season on Paramount Plus on July 23, with episodes airing weekly until September 24. The upcoming season, which will be the penultimate one, promises a slightly darker tone than the previous season and will feature connections to the original Star Trek series, including appearances by Captain Kirk and a younger Scotty. The article also notes the broader conclusion of the modern Star Trek television era with multiple series ending.
Directive 8020 Preview – So, here’s the thing with outer space…
Supermassive Games' upcoming title, Directive 8020, is a science fiction horror game that moves away from the inspirations of The Dark Pictures Anthology. The preview highlights elements of survival, stealth, and QTE-based action as the crew of the Cassiopeia faces alien threats and internal strife after crashing on Tau Ceti f. The game will also feature a 'Turning Points' system allowing players to revisit narrative choices.
Best Science Fiction Games To Explore In 2026
This article highlights some of the best science fiction games available to play, featuring a mix of well-known franchises and underrated titles. It covers games like Starfield, Doom (2016), No Man's Sky, Cyberpunk 2077, and the BioShock series, detailing their developers, release dates, and platforms.
Out of the Blue
The article discusses the enduring legacy of the Alien franchise, noting how the date April 26th (4/26) is celebrated by fans as a reference to LV-426 from the original 1979 film. It highlights the remarkable longevity of the science fiction property.