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Helldivers 2-esque war against a giant evil robo-eye beckons in No Man's Sky's The Swarm update, invading the galaxy right now
No Man's Sky's latest update, The Swarm, introduces a Helldivers 2-inspired cooperative event where players join factions to battle a giant robotic eye and its drone army. Hello Games boss Sean Murray described the threat as an existential one to the universe, with players contributing to a galaxy-wide war effort through ship battles and investigating crashed drones. The update emphasizes teamwork and offers new gear for successful participants.
No Man's Sky gets yet another free update, as The Swarm adds a bit of Helldivers 2 flair to the survival game with its "biggest and most epic space battles to date"
Hello Games has released 'The Swarm,' a new free update for No Man's Sky, introducing large-scale space battles and a faction-based community effort to destroy the 'Hive of Glass.' The update adds new rewards, including armor and a rifle, and aims to provide an epic experience reminiscent of Helldivers 2. The developer also noted that updates take longer on platforms like the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck due to memory constraints.
"The Expanse: Osiris Reborn" Reveals Stats and Highlights from the Beta
Owlcat Games shared beta statistics for The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, revealing over 21,000 players have participated, accumulating 2.5 years of playtime. The developer also addressed community feedback, planning improvements to combat, animations, and voice acting, with a new voice actor being sought for the male protagonist and his brother. The game is set to launch on PC and consoles including Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5.
Solo-Developed 3D Space Roguelite Sovereign's End Launches June 23, 2026; Demo Available Now on Steam
NQR Games Inc. announced that the solo-developed 3D space action roguelite Sovereign's End will launch on Steam for PC on June 23, 2026. A demo is available now, featuring core gameplay mechanics like movement-focused combat, the Breakpoint system for ability transformation, and unlockable ship Cores. The game also includes native Twitch chat integration for audience participation.
Explore an unforgiving frontier in space-based Action RPG C-Beams
Hooded Horse announced that Distant Light Games' space action RPG C-Beams will launch into early access for PC on May 26, 2026. Players will pilot upgradable ships through a perilous black hole system, engaging in ship-to-ship combat and specializing in roles like mining, hauling, trading, or combat.
Fenris Creations Unveils EVE Online: Cradle of War Expansion, Launching June 9, 2026
Fenris Creations has announced EVE Online: Cradle of War, an expansion for the sci-fi MMO launching June 9, 2026. The expansion introduces military campaigns to structure empire conflict, a new non-PvP starter system for new players, and eight new ships. Cradle of War is the first part of the Theatres of War saga, focusing on evolving player-driven warfare.
After six years, gloriously detailed intergalactic city builder Space Haven is finally finished, and going cheap
After six years in early access, the detailed intergalactic city builder Space Haven has officially launched version 1.0. Developed by Bugbyte, the game combines elements of city-building, colony simulation, and space combat, featuring intricate ship construction and crew management. A 40% launch discount is available on Steam until May 27.
Bite Sized Reviews: Stellar Tactics
Stellar Tactics, a game that recently exited Early Access after launching in 2017, offers an ambitious blend of old-school RPG mechanics and space combat within a procedurally generated galaxy. Developed by a small team, it features a vast scope with elements of exploration, piracy, ship management, and trade, though some systems lack depth and the interface is considered clunky. Despite its rough edges and unpolished presentation, the game provides a compelling sandbox experience for its $19.99 price point.
EVE Online: Cradle of War Next Month
CCP announced that the new expansion for the space MMORPG EVE Online, titled Cradle of War, will launch on June 9th. The expansion focuses on the game's lore and narrative.
EVE Online Cradle of War Expansion announced for June 2026
Fenris Creations has announced the 'Cradle of War' expansion for the MMORPG EVE Online, set to launch in June 2026. This expansion marks the beginning of a three-part series focused on expanding combat and warfare within the game's universe.
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Launch Trailer Released
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, a story-rich tactical roguelite from Alt Shift and Dotemu, has released its launch trailer and is now available on PC via Steam and GOG. The game tasks players with commanding a fleet of survivors, managing resources, and engaging in real-time space battles while being pursued by the Cylon Fleet.
Star Fox Is Finally Coming To Switch 2, And Preorders Are Now Live
Nintendo is releasing a remake of the classic N64 game Star Fox 64, titled Star Fox, for the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25. Preorders are now live for both a $60 physical edition and a $50 digital version. The remake features a visual overhaul, new cinematic cutscenes, and additional Switch 2-specific features, including cooperative play and added mouse controls.
Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2 Features a New Prologue With the Legendary James McCloud
Star Fox is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 next month, featuring a new prologue that details the mission where James McCloud, Fox's father, was lost. The prologue shows James, Peppy Hare, and Pigma Dengar traveling to Venom, where Pigma betrays them and James sacrifices himself to save Peppy. The game will be released on June 25th.
Choose between Buddhist Star Trek, rad vinyl music, and forest fire deathgames in the latest PC releases
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres, from a Buddhist-themed engineering puzzler called U.V.S. Nirmana to a forest fire-themed deathgame called Arsonate. Other notable titles include the music nostalgia game Wax Heads, the dancefloor brawler Dead as Disco, and the city-builder Amberspire.
The Best Star Wars Games Of All Time
This article ranks the best Star Wars games of all time, spanning various genres from flight simulators to RPGs and VR experiences. It highlights titles like Star Wars: TIE Fighter, Knights of the Old Republic, and Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, discussing their impact and gameplay.
Monthly Development Update - March 2026 news - Warped Universe
Warped Universe is set to launch into Early Access on May 6th for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The developers have been working on balancing space combat, enemy AI, UI, and performance. The game is described as a free-to-play space game influenced by titles like Destiny, Warframe, XCOM, and Everspace.
Head behind enemy lines in NEBULOUS: Fleet Command’s narrative campaign
Hooded Horse and Eridanus Industries are releasing a major update for NEBULOUS: Fleet Command on May 29, 2026, introducing the first act of its narrative campaign and a comprehensive campaign editor. The update also includes a significant graphics overhaul with 4K ship models and improved textures. The game is available on PC via Steam Early Access.
Homeworld junkies rejoice, brilliantly brutal sci-fi strategy sim Nebulous is finally getting its singleplayer campaign
Nebulous: Fleet Command is finally receiving its singleplayer narrative campaign, with the first act launching on May 29th. The update includes 17 missions, a co-op option, and a campaign editor. Additionally, the game will feature overhauled graphics with 4K ship models and improved textures.
Hyper Sentinel Fusion – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Hyper Sentinel Fusion is a new roguelike action hybrid game featuring two distinct combat phases: dogfighting across alien megastructures and infiltrating their interiors with a remote droid for heists. Players collect upgrades and permanent enhancements in a persistent hub, creating an addictive loop of destruction and reinvention. Beta sign-ups are now open.
Top-Down Open World Space RPG Solar Echoes: Star Fated Revealed
Corefun Studios has revealed Solar Echoes: Star Fated, a top-down 2D open world space RPG where players pilot the starship of a criminal commander on the run with a stolen artifact. The game features real-time ship combat, over 750 equipment items, and a world that reacts to player choices. The article also briefly mentions upcoming DLC and releases for SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, Obey the Insect God, Super Alloy Crush, Dead by Daylight, and a Square Enix Publisher Sale.