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Wild West-themed survival shooter Legend of California pushes early access back to next year
The Legend of California, an open-world survival shooter, has delayed its early access release to sometime next year due to significant performance issues encountered during alpha testing. Game director Jeff Kaplan and tech director Tim Ford confirmed the delay, stating that server stability is the primary concern holding back the launch. The developers are aiming to meet server performance metrics before early access, with content largely in place.
Recension – Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 - Kampanjen
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's campaign offers an engaging narrative, returning to form after previous shaky installments. The story, focusing on Captain Price and a conflict in Korea, is considered one of the strongest in the series. While the game features well-directed set pieces and satisfying core mechanics, the pacing is noted as uneven, particularly with the inclusion of a survival shooter segment that feels distinct from the main campaign.
Volatiles takes the piece-by-piece map building of boardgames like Betrayal at House on the Hill and slaps a gory survival shooter on top of them
Volatiles is a gory survival shooter that combines the piece-by-piece map building of boardgames like Betrayal at House on the Hill with roguelike progression. Players explore a mysterious facility, fighting monsters in their mind as they expand the map, level up, and unlock new abilities. Inspirations for the tile-placing mechanics include Dorfromantik, with developers aiming to create an aggressive action-survivor experience where map construction directly influences character strength and strategic options.
Metro Series Hits 50 Million Sales as Redux Upgrade Dates Near
The Metro series has surpassed 50 million copies sold worldwide. Metro 2033 Redux and Metro Last Light Redux are receiving a free next-gen update with 4K visuals and improved audio, launching on PC on October 22 and on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on October 29. This technical refresh aims to enhance the original Redux experience for existing owners ahead of the upcoming Metro 2039.
Fright Train is the best Call of Duty Zombies alternative I've played in ages, despite starring a dog
Fright Train is a unique survival shooter where players control Doug Barker, a dog soldier on a procedurally generated train in the Antarctic, battling zombies and environmental hazards. The game excels with its deep inventory management and tactical pocket system, offering a compelling alternative to Call of Duty's Zombies mode, despite its B-movie aesthetic and occasional eccentricities.
Lazy River takes survival shooting into a whimsical water park
Lazy River is a whimsical PvE survival shooter set in a water park where players must survive a zombie outbreak and a malfunctioning security system while building a raft. The game combines leisurely drifting with intense combat and base-building elements, featuring unique weapons like pool noodles and squirt guns. Developed by a team including veteran indie developer Mike Boxleiter, Lazy River is planned for a 2027 Steam Early Access release on PC.
FEROCIOUS Review | TheXboxHub
FEROCIOUS is a survival shooter that combines guns and dinosaurs, aiming to evoke nostalgia for mid-2000s gaming experiences. While the story is predictable and the AI basic, the game offers chaotic gunfights, satisfying crafting mechanics, and impressive visuals for its price point. It successfully delivers on its core premise of shooting dinosaurs on a mysterious island.
Survive Together in the Strange Worlds: Once Human (F2P) Is Available Now on XBOX Series X|S With Game Pass!
The free-to-play survival shooter Once Human is now available on Xbox Series X|S and is included with Xbox Game Pass. The game features cross-play and cross-progression, with no pay-to-win mechanics. An upcoming Ocean Expansion is planned for October.
Gamescom 2026: NCsoft’s trailers for multiplayer Like or Die and Cinder City
NCsoft revealed new trailers for its upcoming multiplayer titles Like or Die and Cinder City at Gamescom's Opening Night Live. Like or Die, formerly Project Bonfire, is a team-based survival shooter where players act as streamers, utilizing a 'Block Action' system to reshape the battlefield. Cinder City, which recently had a pre-alpha test, is set in a 21st-century world invaded by aliens, with its new trailer showcasing different character perspectives.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Cost of Hope Launches Today on PC, Xbox and PS5 | Invision Game Community
GSC Game World has released S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope today for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. This expansion introduces a new chapter focusing on the conflict between the Duty and Freedom factions, with players reprising the role of Skif. The expansion adds new areas, weapons, and equipment, and represents a significant creative risk for the studio amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Once Human is Coming to PS5, Xbox Series X/S on August 25th
Starry Studio and NetEase Games announced that the survival shooter Once Human will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on August 25th. The console release will feature cross-platform multiplayer and progression, with options for Quality (4K/60 FPS) and Performance (120 FPS) modes. Pre-orders for starter and radiance gift packages are now available.
Once Human launches its second anniversary and finally adds first-person mode
Once Human has launched its second-anniversary celebration, introducing a first-person view toggle for enhanced immersion. The update also includes new weapons, gear, enemies, and various in-game activities and rewards.
Once Human is celebrating two years of operation with events, freebies, and an esports tournament
Once Human is celebrating its second anniversary with a series of in-game events, including login rewards, special activities, and a PvP esports tournament with a $50,000 prize pool. The anniversary update also introduces new gear, such as a machine gun with rocket capabilities and a new gear set to boost weapon damage.
DIVE INTO TIME TAKERS’ SECOND HIGH-STAKES EXCLUSIVE BETA TEST JUNE 26-28
Mistil Games announced the second exclusive beta test for their team-based survival shooter, Time Takers, running from June 26-28. Players can sign up via the Time Takers Discord channel, with incentives for inviting friends. This beta will feature improvements to the app system, character visuals, keybinds, a new mini-map, and quality-of-life upgrades, including a revamped tutorial.
Once Human Kicks Off Open Beta for PS5, PS5 Pro and Xbox Series X/S
Starry Studio and NetEase Games have launched the open beta for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S versions of their multiplayer survival shooter, Once Human. The beta includes significant content from the full game, with progression carry-over limited to collected Deviants, Starchrom, and cosmetics. The developers are also running a feedback event until July 8th, offering rewards for player suggestions.
Enginefall's June open playtest is your ticket to ride, and this online survival shooter is a literal take on high-stakes train raiding
Red Rover Interactive is holding an open playtest for its first-person survival shooter, Enginefall, from June 8-22. Players will raid colossal megatrains, craft gear, and upgrade their own vessels in a post-apocalyptic world. The playtest will also feature as a live demo during Steam Next Fest on June 15.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Every Big Announcement Ranked and Explained
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a wide array of upcoming video game titles, with notable announcements including the third Final Fantasy VII installment, a remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica, and the long-awaited sequel to The Wolf Among Us. The event highlighted the increasing saturation of the game market and featured titles aiming for distinct identities to stand out.
All Major Summer Game Fest 2026 Announcements
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, including Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN, Final Fantasy VII Revelation launching in spring 2027 for multiple platforms, and the Resident Evil Veronica remake. New titles like Alien: Isolation 2, The Wolf Among Us 2, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads were also revealed, alongside updates for existing franchises and new IPs across various genres.
I really want to know what the cube is all about in Haex
Haex, the debut game from developer Dead Astronauts, is a 1-4 player co-op survival shooter with a unique sentient cube mechanic that teaches players abilities like double-jumping. The game features open-world exploration with survival elements like temperature and starvation tracking, alongside procedural generation and a focus on narrative progression. No release date has been announced, but the intriguing concept and sci-fi mystery elements have generated interest.
HAEX is Survival Shooter Made by Veterans From Massive Entertainment and Epic Games
Developer Dead Astronauts, comprised of veterans from Massive Entertainment and Epic Games, has unveiled its debut title, HAEX. This first-person survival shooter features multiplayer elements and is set in an alien-infested wilderness. Players must manage survival mechanics like hunger and thirst while battling alien creatures and environmental hazards. HAEX is planned for PC release via Steam and the Epic Games Store as an Early Access title, with no release date yet announced.
