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Star Fox Hands-on Preview - Barrel-rolling all over again
A hands-on preview of the upcoming Star Fox remake, a modern take on Lylat Wars, reveals significant additions like new story cutscenes with full voice acting that flesh out the personalities of Fox McCloud and his team. While the realistic character designs are a point of contention, the gameplay retains the familiar feel with updated visuals and introduces new co-op and multiplayer modes. The game launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25, 2026.
New Star Fox reveals 7 minutes of gameplay
Nintendo revealed new gameplay for Star Fox, a reimagining of Star Fox 64 for the Nintendo Switch, set to release on June 25th. The trailer showcases revamped stages, new and returning modes including Campaign and Battle modes with local and online co-op options, and features like Mouse-Controlled Targeting. The game's story follows Fox McCloud and the Star Fox Mercenary Squad battling the evil scientist Andross.
10 Big Games Launching in June 2026
June 2026 is set to feature a diverse lineup of ten major game releases across various platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Notable titles include BrokenLore: FOLLOW, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Gothic 1 Remake, and EA Sports UFC 6, offering a mix of genres from action RPGs to sports and racing simulations.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 invites you to "keep the receipts" as it fights to be a more "authentic", "grounded, and transparent" shooter experience
Activision and Infinity Ward are emphasizing authenticity and transparency for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, aiming for a more grounded shooter experience. The developers have stated that collaborations and cosmetics will be carefully considered to align with the game's narrative, in contrast to previous entries that featured unexpected partnerships.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is Adding A New Class in Year 3
Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive have announced that Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 will receive a new playable class in its third year of post-launch content, planned for the first half of 2027. This follows the recent Purgation Update, which added a Battle Simulator. Year 3 will include five major updates featuring new weapons, missions, and more.
Insider Gaming Showcase 2026: Every Major Announcement, World Premiere & New Game Revealed | Invision
The Insider Gaming Showcase 2026 revealed 55 new titles across various genres including RPGs, roguelikes, shooters, horror, and strategy games. The showcase featured world premieres, debut trailers, and early gameplay for titles like Hawthorn, ZeroSpace, and Toypunk, highlighting a diverse range of indie and ambitious projects.
Evening Multiplex
This article highlights several game updates and trailers. It mentions 'Everything is Gun!', a high-octane shooter with roguelike elements, and provides an update for 'For Honor' for the week of May 28. Additionally, it notes the announcement trailer for 'Going My Way' and the official game reveal trailer for 'Rural Cat Trails'.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2 is Co-Developed by Warzone Mobile Studio
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will launch on October 23rd for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with a native version also coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. Infinity Ward is co-developing the Switch 2 version with Digital Legends, a studio that previously worked on Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile. The game will feature advanced graphics options, including ray tracing and upscaling technologies like DLSS 4.5 on PC, and will support Xbox Play Anywhere.
Leaks Suggest This Year's Call of Duty Is Modern Warfare 4
Leaks suggest that the next Call of Duty title, expected in 2026, will be subtitled Modern Warfare 4. Reliable leaker billbil-kun posted an image that appears to confirm the title, which is distinct from Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. Infinity Ward recently teased the new game, and an official announcement is anticipated during the Xbox showcase on June 7th.
We Still Don't Know Sales Figures, But Saros PS5 Player Stats Reveal Some Big Numbers
Housemarque has released player statistics for their PlayStation 5 shooter, Saros, nearly a month after its launch. The data reveals players have died over 13 million times, defeated 863 million enemies, and collected over 101 billion Lucenite. The Smart Rifle is currently the most popular weapon among players.
Release Date Confirmed for "ULTRA0," an Accessible Novel × Shooting Game
The visual novel and shooter hybrid game ULTRA0 will be released on June 2, 2026, for PC. The game features accessible controls, alternating between "Shooting" segments with simple mechanics and "Visual Novel" segments that advance the narrative. Players will experience the story through changing protagonists across chapters, with a 10% launch discount available.
World of Tanks: HEAT is Out Now on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S
World of Tanks: HEAT has launched on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, offering a faster-paced, free-to-play tank combat experience with full cross-platform progression. The launch is accompanied by a new trailer, the start of its Launch Season with unlockable rewards and agents, and 15 customizable vehicles across 8 maps and 4 PvP modes. Developer Wargaming highlighted the game's performance targets for current-gen consoles and provided PC system requirements.
Gigah Rush - Free Online Browser Game
Gigah Rush is a free-to-play browser-based survival horror and ARPG shooter. Players explore an endless Soviet-style apartment block, managing resources like food, water, and ammo, while encountering factions, traders, monsters, and quests.
TankBound - Free Online Browser Game
TankBound is a free online browser shooter game featuring intense combat mechanics and mission-based gameplay. Players must destroy hostile tanks, use cover, and upgrade their vehicles with earned currency. The game includes a 60-mission campaign with boss battles, an unlockable Endless Mode, and a Level Creator.
The Greatest James Bond Games Ever Released
This article ranks the five greatest James Bond video games ever released, starting with James Bond 007: Nightfire and GoldenEye 007 (1997) in the top spots. It also discusses other notable titles like GoldenEye 007 (2010), James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing, and James Bond 007: Agent Under Fire, highlighting their unique contributions to the franchise.
Big Challenge! Dogfight Spirit
Big Challenge! Dogfight Spirit is a forgettable shmup for the Famicom Disk System that fails to innovate within the genre. Despite a challenging difficulty spike in its later levels, the game suffers from repetitive enemy designs and uninspired weapon mechanics. Ultimately, it offers a generic experience that is overshadowed by better shooters available on the NES.
Big Challenge! Dogfight Spirit
Big Challenge! Dogfight Spirit is a forgettable shooter for the Famicom Disk System developed and published by Jaleco. The game features an attack helicopter protagonist battling an evil organization across seven levels, each with a standard phase and a high-speed escape shooting gallery. Despite a mid-game difficulty spike, the game suffers from repetitive enemy types, uninspired weapon selection, and an overall generic experience that fails to stand out among other shooters.
Something for the Bank Holiday Weekend – 23/05/26
This week's news includes the end of Destiny 2 development and major layoffs at Bungie, alongside the 10th Warhammer Skulls event. PlayStation State of Play will feature Wolverine, and new titles like Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV and F1 25 DLC were announced. Embracer is splitting, and Sony's single-player games will no longer release on PC.
The Wicked Days – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
The Wicked Days is an action shooter set in Beavercity, where players control retired Colonel Marvin Todds, who possesses supernatural abilities from a past UFO encounter. The open beta allows players to explore dangerous environments, battle monsters, and uncover secrets tied to a Vietnam War incident and government experiments.
Overdrive Escape – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Overdrive Escape is a hardcore roguelike shooter set in 2054 Miami, where players must escape the Ichido Corporation as a genetically engineered weapon. The game features a cycle of death and rebirth, elemental weapons, and the ability to rescue and play as different characters. An open beta is currently available for players to test the game.
