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The Internal – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
The Internal is a new action roguelike game that blends soulslike combat with corporate horror themes. Players must navigate a nightmarish office environment where the workday resets at 5 PM, featuring fast-paced combat, sanity management, and boss fights that represent toxic workplace dynamics. Beta sign-ups are now open for the game.
The Best Video Game Soundtracks Of 2026 (So Far)
This article highlights some of the best video game soundtracks released in 2026 so far, featuring a diverse range of genres and musical styles. It provides links to listen on platforms like Spotify and YouTube, and notes if vinyl editions are available for collectors.
The First Berserker: Khazan Celebrates 1st Anniversary with Player Stats and Creative Director Message;
NEXON and Neople are celebrating the first anniversary of The First Berserker: Khazan with player statistics and a message from Creative Director Junho Lee. The infographic highlights player achievements, popular weapons, and common causes of death. Lee expressed gratitude for the community's support and commitment to future content.
AI LIMIT Eirene's Furnace of War Review - A Roguelike Souls-Like
AI LIMIT: Eirene's Furnace of War is a post-game DLC that transforms the base game into a roguelike experience, featuring challenging combat and rewarding mechanics but sacrificing exploration and variety. While the core loop can become repetitive and is occasionally undermined by permanent upgrades, the increased difficulty, Chaos Rifts, and reworked enemies revitalize the combat system for players seeking a greater challenge. This divisive but compelling add-on is best suited for fans who crave AI LIMIT's fast-paced combat at the expense of broader design balance.
How Sands of Aura Brings Soulslike Combat and Sandsea Exploration to Xbox
Sands of Aura, a dark fantasy action RPG, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, featuring soulslike combat and sandsea exploration. The console release includes new targeting assist and compass UI systems, along with combat and economy balance updates to refine build experimentation. Developed by Chashu Entertainment, the game emphasizes meaningful exploration, character progression, and flexible buildcrafting.
"If we focus too much on casual players, that would take away the bite": Nioh 3 may be an easier Soulslike, but Team Ninja considers "really good" players when testing
Team Ninja producers Kohei Shibata and Fumihiko Yasuda discuss the difficulty of Nioh 3, explaining that while they aim for a challenging experience, they also consider players who are not experts in action games. They reference Elden Ring as an example of a Soulslike that achieved broad appeal without compromising its core design, emphasizing that focusing too much on casual players could diminish the signature bite of Team Ninja's action titles.
New Lords of the Fallen II Developer Video Reveals the Deadly Evolution of Umbral
CI Games released a new developer video for Lords of the Fallen II, detailing the evolution of the Umbral realm. The video showcases "Umbral 2.0," inspired by player feedback, which will be a more aggressive and oppressive force in the sequel. Lords of the Fallen II is set for a 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
New Lords of the Fallen II Developer Video Reveals the Deadly Evolution of Umbral
CI Games released a new developer video for Lords of the Fallen II, detailing the evolution of the Umbral realm. The video features insights from Chief Creative Officer Ryan Hill and other development leads, showcasing "Umbral 2.0" which is more aggressive and oppressive. The sequel is set for a 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Lies of P Sparks the Ultimate Gaming Dilemma: When Beautiful Games Have Scary Mechanics
The game Lies of P is sparking a debate about the accessibility of soulslike games, highlighting the conflict between beautiful visuals and challenging mechanics. While some players are intimidated by the genre's difficulty, others argue that the challenge is integral to the experience. The success of games like Elden Ring suggests a growing mainstream appetite for challenging titles, prompting developers to consider balancing difficulty with broader player engagement.
PlayStation Plus Essential headliner game for April leaks
The Souls-like action-RPG Lords of the Fallen, developed by Hexworks, has reportedly leaked as a PlayStation Plus Essential title for April. Subscribers will allegedly be able to claim the game from April 7th to May 5th. While initially criticized at launch, the game has since received improvements.
PS Plus Essential Game for April 2026 Leaked
The PlayStation Plus Essential game for April 2026 has reportedly leaked as Lords of the Fallen. This action RPG, released in October 2023 for PlayStation 5, has become a highly regarded Soulslike title after receiving significant updates. The full lineup is expected to be announced later today.
Lords of the Fallen Headlines PS Plus Essential’s Free Games in April – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Lords of the Fallen (2023) will be among the free games offered with PlayStation Plus Essential in April. The Souls-like action RPG developed by Hexworks and published by CI Games is reportedly available starting April 7th. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming sequel, Lords of the Fallen 2.
I love the pulpy floral palace of Journey of the Garden Rose, a 3D action fairytale with giant insect swordfights
Journey of the Garden Rose, a 3D action-adventure game from Renegade Sector Games, is now available. The game features a pulpy, fairytale aesthetic with combat against giant insects and a story involving rescuing a mother from a prince. It incorporates elements reminiscent of Soulslike games and includes mature themes.
Lies of P Hits 4 Million Sales: This Dark Pinocchio Game is Absolutely Crushing It
The dark Pinocchio-inspired souls-like game, Lies of P, has achieved 4 million copies sold, marking a significant success for the indie title. This milestone highlights the strong player appetite for challenging games with original concepts and creative reimaginings of familiar stories.
Lies Of P Franchise Celebrates 4 Million Copies Sold | Console Creatures
The action RPG Lies of P and its prelude, Lies of P: Overture, have collectively sold over 4 million copies worldwide since their releases starting in September 2023. Publisher NEOWIZ and developer ROUND8 Studio expressed gratitude for the community's enthusiasm for their dark reimagining of the Pinocchio tale.
Light Odyssey Is an Upcoming Action Adventure Title with Soulslike Boss Rush
Light Odyssey is an upcoming action-adventure game from developer SSUN Games and publisher Gravity, planned for release on PC by the end of 2024. The title features a soulslike boss rush with massive Colossi, a narrative centered on survival in a dark universe, and exploration of ancient ruins to uncover lore. Players can discover new combat skills and traits to aid them in their journey.
Lies of P Sales Hit 4m as Sequel Info Remains Elusive
Neowiz announced that its Soulslike game Lies of P has sold over four million copies worldwide. While the game's DLC, Overture, has been released, details regarding the sequel remain scarce, with the development team reportedly focused on its creation.
Lies of P Sales Have Surpassed Four Million Units
NEOWIZ and Round8 Studio announced that Lies of P has sold over four million units worldwide. The action RPG, which launched in September 2023, is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Mac. Its prequel DLC, "Overture," released in June 2025, has also received industry awards.
Lies of P Franchise Celebrates 4 Million Copies Sold
The action Soulslike game Lies of P has surpassed 4 million copies sold globally. Developed by ROUND8 Studio and published by NEOWIZ, the franchise includes the base game launched in September 2023 and its prequel DLC, Lies of P: Overture, released in June 2025. NEOWIZ expressed gratitude for the community's support, highlighting the game's unique take on the Pinocchio story and its strong performance in the market.
Lies of P Surpasses 4 Million Units Sold Worldwide
NEOWIZ and Round8 Studio announced that their souls-like action RPG, Lies of P, has sold over four million units worldwide. The developers expressed gratitude for the community's enthusiasm for their dark reimagining of the Pinocchio story. Lies of P is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a sequel already confirmed.