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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope Trailer Introduces 2 New Companions and The Zone’s “Root of All Evil”
A new trailer for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl's upcoming expansion, Cost of Hope, introduces two new companions, Zulu and Makva, who will join the player character Skif on a journey through new areas including the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant. The expansion is set to release this summer for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Resident Evil Veronica is Being Developed by Team Behind Resident Evil 2 and 4 Remakes
Capcom producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi revealed that the teams behind the Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4 remakes are developing the upcoming Resident Evil Veronica remake. Directed by Yasuhiro Anpo and Kazunori Kadoi, the game will feature a third-person camera and gameplay similar to Resident Evil 2 Remake. Resident Evil Veronica is slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Yes, Resident Evil: Veronica Is A Third-Person Game
Capcom has announced that Resident Evil: Veronica will be a third-person survival horror game, similar in gameplay to the Resident Evil 2 remake. The game is set to launch in 2027 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC, and will feature Claire Redfield with a focus on resource management.
'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.
SHE: Seraphim Helix Experiment Is an Upcoming Survival Horror Game with Visuals like Akira
SHE: Seraphim Helix Experiment is an upcoming survival horror game from developer Rocket Adrift Games, inspired by Akira and Metal Gear Solid 2. Players control researcher Robin trapped in a missile silo with a mutating personnel and an ancient entity. The game features non-linear exploration, tactical stealth, and survival horror elements with a unique low-poly art style and multiple endings, available for wishlist on Steam.
Unlike Its Reveal Trailer, Resident Evil Veronica on PS5 Will Be Fully Third-Person
Resident Evil Veronica, a remake of Code Veronica, will feature a fully third-person perspective on PlayStation 5, despite its reveal trailer showing first-person gameplay. Producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi confirmed this was a deliberate misdirect, with the game sticking to the classic viewpoint throughout. Capcom is known for surprising players with its game design choices.
Capcom says Resident Evil Veronica will be a third-person game
Capcom producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi confirmed that Resident Evil Veronica will feature a third-person perspective, despite the trailer's initial first-person view. He emphasized that the game is a main series entry and will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027. Unlike Resident Evil Requiem, it will not have dual protagonists.
Round Up: Alien: Isolation 2 Previews Say It's More of the Brilliant, Terrifying Same
Previews for Alien: Isolation 2 indicate that the sequel maintains the brilliant and terrifying survival horror gameplay of the original. Developed by Creative Assembly and published by SEGA, the game introduces exterior environments alongside interior ones and features significantly improved visuals. While the prologue serves as a bridge to the first game, previews suggest the sequel will expand upon the established formula.
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.
Silent Hill: Townfall Could Be The Scariest Silent Hill Game Yet
Silent Hill: Townfall is poised to be the scariest entry in the series yet, featuring a Scottish setting, a first-person perspective, and a new gameplay mechanic involving a CRTV to track enemies. The game aims for heightened immersion and realism, with developers emphasizing authenticity in its depiction of late '90s Scotland. Set to launch on PlayStation 5 and PC in September, Townfall continues Konami's recent trend of revitalizing the Silent Hill franchise with distinct and compelling entries.
18 embargoes from Summer Game Fest just lifted, so let's rank everything I saw in LA
The author attended Summer Game Fest Play Days and provides a ranked list of 18 games they saw. The article details hands-on and hands-off impressions of various titles, offering brief critiques and release window estimates, with N+ Infinity Times Two topping the list.
Capcom’s PS5 Remake of PS2 Action Game Will Include Story Changes
Capcom has confirmed that the upcoming PlayStation 5 remake of Resident Evil Veronica will include story changes to improve continuity within the larger Resident Evil universe. Series producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi stated that these adjustments are being made to better connect the game to titles like Resident Evil 7, 8, and 9. The original Code Veronica, released over 25 years ago on the Dreamcast, is a mainline entry but has been considered somewhat of an outlier in the series' narrative.
Morning Previews
Previews for upcoming games include Alien: Isolation 2, which is expected to continue the survival horror experience, and Turok: Origins, aiming to revive the Turok franchise. Both titles are highlighted for their potential to deliver new chapters in their respective genres.
Resident Evil Veronica's first-person trailer was a deliberate misdirect, Capcom producer confirms the horror game…
Capcom producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi confirmed that the upcoming Resident Evil Code: Veronica remake will be a third-person game, despite a first-person segment in the announcement trailer. He stated the first-person scene was a deliberate misdirect to build mystery and that the 'V' in the trailer acronym stands for Veronica, not a Roman numeral for Resident Evil 5. The remake is slated for a 2027 release.
Despite its trailer, Capcom says its Resident Evil - Code: Veronica remake is third-person and taking its cue from Resident Evil 2
Capcom has confirmed that the upcoming remake of Resident Evil: Code Veronica will feature a third-person perspective, similar to the Resident Evil 2 remake, rather than the first-person view seen in its announcement trailer. Producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi stated the game aims to respect the original while taking cues from Resident Evil 2, and will tell Claire Redfield's story three months after the Raccoon City incident. The remake is slated for a 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
Hands-On With Alien: Isolation 2 – Survival Horror’s Greatest Stalker Is Back for More
Alien: Isolation 2 is in development and aims to build upon the survival horror foundations of its predecessor. While retaining the core gameplay loop, the sequel is expected to introduce new elements and potentially expand the game's environments beyond enclosed spaces.
15 years after the first game made horror history, Alien Isolation 2 unleashes a smarter, meaner Xenomorph
A preview of Alien: Isolation 2 reveals a more intelligent and dangerous Xenomorph, emphasizing stealth and survival. The sequel, developed by Creative Assembly and published by Sega, will feature enhanced AI and environmental interactions. It is slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, though a specific release date is yet to be announced.
Alien: Isolation 2 is Poised to Deliver Another Bold Chapter in Survival Horror
Creative Assembly has provided a hands-on preview of Alien: Isolation 2, showcasing its prologue at Summer Game Fest. The sequel expands on the original's survival horror formula by introducing new environments, including hostile exteriors, and a new protagonist named Blake. Developers Al Hope, Ana Sopikova, and James Green discussed how the game aims to balance tension and player agency, emphasizing distraction and escape over combat.
Silent Hill: Townfall Preview – First-Person Silent Hill Is Claustrophobic as Hell
Silent Hill: Townfall offers a fresh take on the series with a claustrophobic first-person perspective. The preview showcased protagonist Simon exploring St. Amelia island, using a handheld CRT device for communication and tracking enemies. Combat appears frantic and limited, with a focus on survival and atmosphere.
The Lost Wild is a harrowing game of cat-and-mouse, but the cats are dinosaurs
The Lost Wild, the debut title from Great Ape Games, is a survival horror game where players must evade dangerous dinosaurs. The game challenges players to survive a night against ruthless prehistoric predators.