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Thief: Pulse of Promise Brings the Hit Stealth Gaming Franchise to Comics
A new comic book spinoff titled Thief: Pulse of Promise is set to bring the stealth gaming franchise to a new medium. This announcement comes as the original Thief game is also slated for a remaster this year.
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A Plague Tale Legacy is shifting from its stealth roots to a more action-oriented, Tomb Raider-like experience. Monster Fantasy blends the life simulation elements of Animal Crossing with the monster-collecting and combat of Monster Hunter.
The Switch version of acclaimed James Bond game 007 First Light is "seeing really good progress" and isn't very far away
IO Interactive has confirmed that the Nintendo Switch version of "007 First Light" is progressing well and is on track for a summer release. The game, which has already launched on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation, is undergoing significant optimization to ensure a quality experience on the Switch. The studio is focused on delivering a polished performance for players.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Finally Lets You Swing Back | IGN Preview
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy shifts focus from Amicia's stealth to Sophia's more athletic and combat-ready smuggler persona. The preview suggests gameplay that blends Assassin's Creed and Tomb Raider elements, indicating a departure from the series' pure stealth-puzzler roots.
Remember Korean Stealth Game MUDANG? Looks Like It's Not Coming Out
The Korean stealth game MUDANG: Two Hearts, previously announced for PlayStation 5, has been cancelled. Developer EVR Studio has filed for bankruptcy, effectively ceasing operations and ending the game's development. This cancellation highlights the increasing financial challenges faced by studios in the current games industry.
007 First Light's naughty schoolboy antics feel like a spiritual successor to Bully and I'm having the time of…
The early hours of 007 First Light evoke the spirit of Rockstar's Bully with their focus on juvenile antics and cheeky protagonist behavior. While the game shifts to a more serious spy narrative, these moments of youthful rebellion and camaraderie offer a relatable and joyful glimpse into a younger James Bond's personality.
Dishonored review (2012)
This 2012 review praises Dishonored as a gorgeous, complex, and slick assassination simulation with fascinating systems and huge open levels. It highlights the game's freedom in approaching objectives, its unique steampunk-inspired world of Dunwall, and the effectiveness of its stealth mechanics and supernatural powers like Blink. Despite some criticisms regarding its narrative direction and the limitations of non-lethal playstyles, the game is lauded for its depth, aesthetic flair, and PC-specific features.
Summer Game Fest 2026 Highlights: 13 Upcoming Games You Shouldn’t Miss
This article previews 13 upcoming games showcased at Summer Game Fest 2026, spanning various genres including indie, horror, action roguelikes, and revivals. It highlights titles like Demi and the Fractured Dream, Blood Dungeon, Lazy River, Tenebris Somnia, The Lost Wild, Crimson Moon, Nekome: Nazi Hunter, D-topia, Bad Magpie, Slap Out of It, Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee Remastered, Forever Ago, and Mr. Records, offering brief impressions of their gameplay and potential.
Marathon Season 2 is testing my map knowledge in the most terrifying way: by turning the lights off
Marathon's second season introduces the Night Marsh map, which plunges players into darkness, forcing reliance on spatial memory and sound cues rather than flashlights. This design choice transforms the familiar map into a daunting navigational challenge, emphasizing stealth and positional awareness over direct confrontation. The article highlights how this darkness serves as both a terrifying obstacle and a unique gameplay mechanic, reminiscent of classic stealth titles.
Blood Message’s Gameplay Reveal Pushes Cinematic Realism Over Complexity
The gameplay reveal for Blood Message, developed by 24 Entertainment Lin'an and published by NetEase, has generated positive reactions for its focus on cinematic realism and grounded action-adventure gameplay. Set in the late Tang Dynasty, the game emphasizes player immersion and emotional stakes over mechanical complexity, featuring visceral combat, reactive stealth, and dynamic set-pieces.
Collapsing floorboards, vaulting over tables, and dodging arrows — Blood Message is a cinematic adventure that looks like it could have been developed by Naughty Dog
Blood Message, a new single-player, story-driven game set in Ancient China, was a standout at Summer Game Fest 2026. Developed by 24 Entertainment, a subsidiary of NetEase Games, it features cinematic presentation, slick stealth, and brutal combat reminiscent of the Uncharted series. The game is built on Unreal Engine 5 and will be released for PC and consoles.
Alien: Isolation 2 Preview – The Xenomorph Is Smarter, Scarier, and More Relentless Than Ever
A preview of Alien: Isolation 2 highlights that the Xenomorph is more intelligent and relentless than in the first game. The demo showcases a return to survival horror tropes, with a focus on stealth and environmental navigation as the player attempts to survive encounters with the creature.
Alien Isolation 2 Is Custom-Building Your Next Heart Attack
Creative Assembly is developing Alien: Isolation 2, set to release in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The sequel will expand gameplay beyond confined spaces into exterior wilderness environments on planet LV-921, with the Xenomorph dynamically adapting to player actions. The game will also feature custom audio technology developed by the original sound design team to enhance immersion and atmosphere.
The 9 games we're most excited about after Summer Game Fest's showcase bonanza
Following Summer Game Fest, PC Gamer staff have highlighted nine highly anticipated games, including Persona 6, Alien: Isolation 2, and Guild Wars 3. The list showcases a diverse range of genres and developers, reflecting the broad appeal of the event's announcements.
The Boys: Trigger Warning PS VR2 - The AmigaGuru Gamer Blog
The Boys VR: Trigger Warning offers an engaging stealth-focused experience on PlayStation VR2, taking around six hours to complete. While the game suffers from occasional framerate issues and bugs, its progression system and visual feedback for new powers are well-executed. The reviewer, who had no prior knowledge of the TV show, found the game to be a solid 7/10 despite some jank and repetitive hacking mini-games.
Why Does Marvel’s Wolverine Look Like That?
Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine showcased familiar action-adventure tropes and brutal combat during its latest State of Play demonstration. While the game promises a grotesque direction and satisfying violence, the article questions its lack of distinctiveness compared to other AAA titles and Insomniac's previous works. The author expresses disappointment that the game appears to be settling into a safe, albeit well-executed, mold rather than exploring bolder creative avenues for the iconic character.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy showcases gameplay mechanics in extended gameplay trailer
Focus Entertainment and Asobo Studio have released an extended gameplay trailer for Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, showcasing its combat and puzzle mechanics. The game, launching August 27, 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, features direct combat, environmental interaction, and light-based puzzles.
'An evolved game of cat and mouse:' Alien: Isolation 2 leads on taking the alien outside, the good kind of AI,…
Creative Assembly is developing Alien: Isolation 2, a sequel to the acclaimed 2014 stealth horror game. The sequel will expand the gameplay to exterior environments, introducing new behaviors for the intelligent alien. Developers James Green and Al Hope discussed the game's focus on player choice, systemic AI, and learning from the original's pacing.
PROBABLYMONSTERS SETS SEPTEMBER 2026 RELEASE FOR CRIMSON MOON, EARLY 2027 WINDOW FOR NEKOME: NAZI HUNTER
Independent game company ProbablyMonsters has announced release windows for two upcoming titles: Crimson Moon, a Gothic action-adventure RPG, is set for September 2026, while Nekome: Nazi Hunter, a grindhouse-inspired action game, is planned for early 2027. Both games aim to deliver AA experiences with AAA sensibilities, focusing on cinematic presentation and handcrafted gameplay. Crimson Moon will feature co-op carnage and deep character progression, while Nekome: Nazi Hunter will offer a single-player revenge story with a mix of stealth and brutal combat.
Round Up: The First Previews Are In For Alien: Isolation 2
Early previews for Alien: Isolation 2, confirmed for Nintendo Switch, suggest the sequel successfully captures the spirit of the original survival horror game. Developers at Creative Assembly are building upon the acclaimed predecessor with a new protagonist, Blake, and a narrative bridging the two titles. Initial impressions highlight the return of intense stealth gameplay and a palpable sense of dread.
