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12 years after the original and with its themes more relevant than ever, anti-war game This War of Mine is getting a…
11 Bit Studios has announced a reimagining of its cult classic anti-war survival game This War of Mine, alongside a new Frostpunk game and two unannounced titles. The studio also provided updates on sales for The Alters and Frostpunk 2, and confirmed future DLC and releases for 2026 and 2027/2028.
Casualties: Unknown is Noita for furries, and oh so deliciously miserable
Casualties: Unknown is a survival simulation game where players control a bioengineered anthropomorphic creature exploring an alien planet. The game features a detailed medical system that simulates injuries and conditions down to individual body parts, emphasizing meticulous player care and consequence. Despite a steep learning curve and a focus on misery, the game's simulation depth is noted as fascinating.
RuneScape: Dragonwilds aims to be more ‘Runescapey’ with anniversary celebration update
RuneScape: Dragonwilds has released its anniversary update, aiming to bring the game closer to its RuneScape roots by adding classic quests like "Cook's Assistant" and "Animal Magnetism" to the starting area. The update also introduces the Fishing skill, new spells, and various quality-of-life improvements, with Jagex planning further content drops.
Enshrouded approaches the Roblox event horizon with the addition of Adventure Sharing in its latest update
Enshrouded has released its 'Forging the Path' update, introducing the Adventure Sharing feature that allows players to upload and share their creations for others to experience. The update also includes significant combat reworks with a new 'focus' resource for special abilities, heavy attacks for all weapon types, improved enemy AI, and rebalanced skill trees. Early game tutorials and resource availability have also been enhanced for new players.
Windrose surpasses 1M sales within a week
The pirate adventure survival game Windrose, developed by Kraken Express, has sold over one million copies within its first six days of release on PC. The studio announced the milestone, noting that the game also achieved over 200,000 concurrent players shortly after launch. Kraken Express is actively working on fixes and improvements based on player feedback.
V Rising not planned for Xbox or Switch 2
Stunlock Studios has confirmed that V Rising is not planned for release on Xbox or Nintendo Switch consoles. While the vampire RPG is available on PC and PlayStation 5, the developers are focusing on their next game set in the V Rising universe. No plans for additional platform ports are in place at this time.
Windrose players keep accidentally stumbling on a metal band's hangout page, and it's all very wholesome
Players of the newly released pirate survival game Windrose have been mistakenly visiting the Reddit page for an Italian power metal band also named Windrose. This mix-up has led to wholesome interactions, with many players discovering and enjoying the band's music while looking for game information. The game's subreddit is r/Crosswind, which was its original development name.
Myth of Empires: Throne – Chill Survival Gameplay Without the PvP Stress
Myth of Empires: Throne, a free-to-play seasonal version of the game focused on PvP, offers a surprisingly chill survival experience. The author found enjoyment in gathering, crafting, and base building without significant PvP encounters, making it potentially appealing even to players who typically avoid player-versus-player combat.
Windrose is a pretty good karaoke cover of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag, but you'll have to play a lot of…
Windrose is a survival game that blends pirate fantasy elements with mechanics like hunger, base-building, and resource gathering, drawing heavy inspiration from Assassin's Creed: Black Flag. While the survival aspects are functional, they lack innovation compared to titles like Grounded or Subnautica. The game improves when supernatural elements are introduced, but combat and gunplay are described as underwhelming. Ship combat and the overall experience are compared favorably to Assassin's Creed: Black Flag, especially when played with friends.
At long last, fishing will finally come to RuneScape: Dragonwilds tomorrow, so I'll wave goodbye to my other skills…
The fishing skill will be added to RuneScape: Dragonwilds on April 21, addressing a key omission from the game's initial release. A trailer showcases players gathering around bodies of water to cast their lines, fulfilling a core aspect of the RuneScape experience.
Piratical survival game Windrose sails past 1m copies sold, as player counts continue to rise
The piratical survival game Windrose, developed by Kraken Express, has sold over 1 million copies in its first six days of early access release. The game also achieved a peak of 200,000 concurrent players. The developer expressed gratitude for player support and feedback, highlighting the successful pivot from a free-to-play MMO concept to a premium title.
I thought this sci-fi mystery looked cool, but my interest dropped when I realized it's another multiplayer…
The author expresses disappointment that the sci-fi mystery game Blind Descent is another four-player co-op survival title, finding the genre repetitive. While the game promises a unique symbiosis system reacting to player actions, the author doubts its solo playability and overall appeal.
Steam week in review: Pragmata and Windrose face off, with sad sci-fi dads proving no match for tree-chopping pirates
The pirate survival game Windrose has achieved significant success in its early access launch on Steam, selling one million copies in six days and surpassing the concurrent player count of Pragmata. While Pragmata, a sci-fi shooter from Capcom, also performed well and released on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, Windrose's popularity on PC has been a notable surprise. Other games mentioned include Counter-Strike 2, Mouse: P.I. For Hire, PUBG: Battlegrounds, and Forza Horizon 6.
PC gaming is growing, but it isn't because of Dota 2 and Fortnite
PC gaming is projected to surpass console revenue by 2028, driven by a growing diversity of titles beyond the top 20. While major titles like Dota 2 and World of Warcraft remain significant, a larger portion of revenue is now generated by a long tail of indie and double-A games, particularly RPGs and adventure titles. This trend indicates a shift in player spending and engagement towards a broader range of games on PC.
Call of Duty, GTA & Halo Rumors: What Gamers Are Buzzin... | TAG
Several gaming rumors and updates are circulating, including potential delays for Fable and Starfield's possible port to the Nintendo Switch 2. Magic: The Gathering is seeing rule changes that could impact card prices, while Overwatch faces criticism for performance issues on the Switch 2 and an overpowered ultimate ability. Additionally, a joke gaming mouse from Pulsar became a real product, a Cyberpunk 2077 mod resurrected a cut vehicle, and Grand Theft Auto Online's success presents a challenge for Grand Theft Auto 6.
Forever Skies coming to Xbox Series this summer
The science-fiction survival game Forever Skies is set to launch for Xbox Series X this summer. Developed by Far, the game places players in a post-apocalyptic world where they must manage resources and explore a ruined Earth from a mobile airship base.
Windrose strikes gold with 500k sales, proving pirate games are as popular as ever
The pirate survival game Windrose has achieved 500,000 sales within 48 hours of its Early Access launch, indicating a strong player appetite for the genre. The game has also seen significant concurrent player numbers on Steam and positive reviews, suggesting a solid foundation for future development. This success, alongside mentions of Sea of Thieves and a Black Flag remake, reinforces the enduring popularity of pirate-themed gaming experiences.
ICARUS Console Edition Review
ICARUS is a sci-fi survival game with RPG mechanics that offers a compelling core experience, but is hampered by its progression system and bugs. The game's technology is gated behind player levels, leading to tedious grinding, and console UI issues and awkward animal models detract from the immersion. While the base game is priced at £33, the Ultimate Edition is significantly more expensive at £124, with much of the additional cost attributed to cosmetic DLC and maps rather than substantial gameplay expansions.
Pirate survival Windrose sees 500,000 mateys buy the game as Steam reviews are 'Mostly Positive'
The pirate survival game Windrose has sold over 500,000 copies within its first two days of release, achieving a 'Mostly Positive' review score of 87% on Steam. The game also reached nearly 100,000 concurrent players in its first 24 hours. Developer Kraken Express is reportedly seeking an ISP to improve the game's connectivity.
It seems the Windrose hype was on to something, as the piratical survival game sets sail to positive Steam reviews and high player numbers
The piratical survival game Windrose, formerly Crosswind, has launched in early access to positive reception on Steam, achieving a peak of nearly 98,000 concurrent players and a "very positive" review score. Developed by Kraken Express, the game is praised for its building and exploration mechanics, though some players have noted underdeveloped combat. The developer successfully pivoted from a free-to-play MMO concept to a premium title based on player feedback.
