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Palworld lead says there's no "bad blood" between rival survival games like Valheim and Rust: "We all get along really well because we all have something in common!"
Pocketpair's John Buckley stated that there is no rivalry between survival game developers, emphasizing that they all share a common passion for the genre. This sentiment is highlighted by the "Super Survival Summer" bundle on Steam, featuring Palworld, Valheim, Rust, and other titles at a discounted price. Buckley also shared his personal involvement in curating the bundle as a side project.
Death Run – Round 1 Turns Survival Into Prime-Time Entertainment
EpiXR Games has released Death Run – Round 1 on Xbox Series X|S. This new sci-fi platformer shifts away from the studio's usual relaxing titles, offering a fast-paced, unforgiving experience where players must navigate deadly obstacle courses without checkpoints. Inspired by survival dramas, the game challenges players with precise movement and quick reflexes.
Palworld 1.0 sounds massive as lead teases "27 pdf pages" of patch notes coming to Pocketpair's early…
Pocketpair's Palworld is set to leave early access on July 10, 2024, with its 1.0 update promising a massive amount of new content, including over 27 pages of patch notes. The update will introduce new areas, Pals, and narrative elements, with the developer recommending players start a fresh save file due to the extensive changes. Palworld 1.0 will be available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
Enshrouded 1.0 Release Date Revealed
Keen Games has announced that Enshrouded will officially launch its 1.0 version on October 15th, 2026, for PlayStation 5. The Xbox Series X|S version has been delayed to Spring 2027 due to the complexity of bringing its advanced systems to multiple consoles simultaneously. The game has been in early access for three years and will continue development post-launch.
Why These Two Very Different Games Are Getting Rave Reviews And Attention Right Now
Mixtape and Subnautica 2 are receiving significant attention and positive reviews for their distinct approaches to gaming. Mixtape, from Beethoven & Dinosaur, offers a narrative-driven indie experience focused on music and memory, while Unknown Worlds' Subnautica 2 expands the survival and exploration formula in its Game Preview phase. Both titles are available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate across Xbox Series X|S and PC, highlighting the current diversity in the gaming landscape.
"Launching on PS5 effectively makes this our second launch": Obsidian legend Chris Parker talks Grounded 2 and…
Grounded 2 is set to receive its largest content update, 'Into the Abyss,' on August 11, which will also mark its launch on PlayStation 5. Game director Chris Parker highlighted the significance of the PS5 release as a 'second launch' for the survival game, developed by Obsidian Entertainment and Eidos Montreal. The update will introduce new biomes, a new buggy, and swimming mechanics, alongside ongoing community feedback integration.
MonCraft 199X is a creature collecting survival game where the Y2K apocalypse actually happened
MonCraft 199X is a creature collecting survival game inspired by the Y2K apocalypse, featuring pixel art reminiscent of early Game Boy Pokemon titles. Players will craft, battle with their collected creatures, explore dungeons, and uncover the story behind the "Y2Katastrophe" that replaced all animals with "mons." The game is set to launch in early access on PC via Steam, with a specific release date yet to be announced.
5 promising games recently cancelled by Microsoft
Microsoft has recently cancelled several promising game projects, including 'Odyssey,' 'Everwild,' 'Perfect Dark,' 'Contraband,' and 'Project Blackbird,' as part of a broader cost-cutting strategy under new CEO Asha Sharma. These cancellations have led to studio closures and significant layoffs, with former employees expressing disappointment over the loss of potentially exciting titles and the shift away from riskier, ambitious projects.
PUBG creator's abandoned survival game Prologue is now free for all, with one final gift
PlayerUnknown Productions has made its survival game Prologue free for all players on Steam following the discontinuation of its development due to funding issues. The final update adds new trails, a weather monitor, and a waterproof spray, alongside improvements to the cooking system and visual effects. The studio has also made the game files unencrypted for modders and is offering refunds to those who previously purchased the game.
As PUBG creator's survival game gets its last update amid studio restructuring, PlayerUnknown says "I truly regret we couldn't finish the journey we began together"
Brendan Greene, creator of PUBG, announced that his studio PlayerUnknown Productions is undergoing restructuring, leading to the final update for the survival game Prologue: Go Wayback. The game is now free-to-play on Steam, with refunds available for past purchases. Greene expressed regret over not being able to complete the game's original vision due to funding challenges but remains proud of the team's accomplishments and continues development on the Melba technology with a smaller team.
Drunken Goddess Reflux launches in late 2026
The drinking survival game Drunken Goddess Reflux is set to launch for PC in late 2026, between October and December. Developed by WHO YOU and published by Alliance Arts, the game features a Russian roulette drinking mechanic where players must get a demon drunk to win. A new trailer has also been released.
Once Human Final Console Open Beta Live Now for XBOX and PlayStation
NetEase Games has launched the final console open beta for its supernatural open-world survival game, Once Human, on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. The beta is available globally and runs until July 9th, featuring limited spots and offering exclusive rewards that will carry over to the full game launch. Players can experience PvE and PvP scenarios in a Stardust-infected apocalypse.
Once Human Final Console Open Beta Live Now for XBOX and PlayStation
NetEase Games has launched the final console open beta for its supernatural open-world survival game, Once Human, on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. The beta is available globally until July 8th and features unified servers for Xbox and PlayStation players, with limited spots available on a first-come, first-served basis. Exclusive rewards earned during the beta will carry over to the official game launch.
PlayerUnknown's survival game becomes free-to-own and offers Steam refunds 'without restrictions on playtime…
PlayerUnknown Productions has announced the closure of development for their survival game, Prologue: Go Wayback!, less than a year after its early access launch in 2025. The game is now free-to-own on Steam, and all players who purchased it during early access are eligible for unrestricted refunds until August 17, 2026. While development on this title has ceased, the studio will continue working on its Melba game engine with a smaller team.
Resource management? Survival games are about time management.
Seth Rosen, game director for Pacific Drive, argues that survival games are fundamentally about time management rather than just resource gathering or combat. He suggests that the core of these games lies in balancing various systems and tasks, which create pressure and stakes for the player. Rosen criticizes many survival games for lacking richness and meaningful goals, emphasizing that effective time management is key to creating engaging experiences.
Once Human Console Open Beta: Join the Supernatural Survival World on XBOX Series X|S
The supernatural survival game Once Human is launching its final console open beta on Xbox Series X|S starting June 17th, running until July 8th. Players can reach level 20 to earn exclusive rewards that will carry over to the official launch, with cross-play available between Xbox and PlayStation consoles.
The Planet Crafter launches on PS5 July 21
Miju Games announced that their survival game, The Planet Crafter, will launch on PlayStation 5 on July 21. The game focuses on a chill, non-violent experience where players manage survival needs and terraform planets, with progression continuing even when machines are left to operate. It will be available in single-player and co-op modes.
Vampire Hunter: Nightrise Announced
Over The Moon has announced Vampire Hunter: Nightrise, a story-driven survival game set to release on Windows PC on July 14th. Players will take on the role of a vampire hunter who finds themselves becoming the hunted in this first-person shooter.
Palworld 1.0 is "bigger in scale than any update" the game's gotten, but Pocketpair still isn't adding Pokemon-style Pal evolutions
Pocketpair has announced that Palworld 1.0, the game's full release, will launch on July 10, 2024, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, including Game Pass. This update is described as the largest yet, but developer John 'Bucky' Buckley confirmed that Pal evolutions, a highly requested feature, were never planned and will not be added. The update will include many new Pals, a new region, and a more developed narrative.
Grounded 2 Interview: Obsidian Talks Into the Abyss, Future Updates, and the Road to 1.0
Obsidian Entertainment's Grounded 2 Game Director Chris Parker discusses the game's development, including the 'Beat the Heat' update and the 'Into the Abyss' expansion. Parker touches on the game's Dungeons & Dragons influences, the balance between realism and whimsy in its design, and the upcoming release on PlayStation 5.
