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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.
FuRyu announces survival third-person shooter ANOMALITH for PS5, Switch 2, and PC
Publisher FuRyu and developer Winning Entertainment Group have announced ANOMALITH, a survival third-person shooter. The game is slated for release on PlayStation 5, PC, and the upcoming Switch 2 console.
Finally, someone is making a TV show based on a videogame that I actually want to watch
Rebellion has announced a TV show adaptation for their successful game Atomfall, which was the company's most successful launch in its 30-year history. The adaptation aims to capture the game's distinctive British tone, blending sci-fi, folk horror, action, and comedy elements.
Into the Radius 2 (PCVR) is leaving Early Access!
CM Immersive OÜ announced that Into the Radius 2 will leave Early Access on Steam for PCVR on April 23, 2026, with a version 1.0 update. The update includes a fully completable story, co-op play, new enemies, customizable weapons, and survival mechanics. Players can purchase the game with a 33% launch discount until the end of April.
Once Human launches new gameplay modes for RaidZone and new custom server features this week
Once Human is launching new gameplay modes for its FFA PvP RaidZone servers, including casual, standard, and hardcore options with adjusted rules. The update also introduces new enemies, items, a new underground stronghold, and improved anti-cheat measures. Custom server players will receive a new battle royale-like Hyper Brawl mode and other features.
Frostrail, Brutal Co-op Survival FPS, Debuts Playtest on Steam
Frostrail, a co-op survival FPS developed by FakeFish and published by Shiro Unlimited, has launched its first public playtest on Steam. Players can experience the brutal winter survival gameplay, including operating a steam-powered train, scavenging for resources, and engaging in combat against Revenants. The game is set to launch in Early Access later in 2026.
Frostrail – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Frostrail is a survival FPS where players operate and upgrade a steam-powered train through a frozen wasteland, fighting horrors solo or in co-op. The game emphasizes resource management, train upgrades, and exploration in a corrupted world. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Road to Vostok is an incredibly impressive solo-developed hardcore survival shooter
Road to Vostok, a solo-developed hardcore survival shooter built with Godot Engine, has entered Early Access and achieved over 140,000 sales in its first week. The game offers realistic FPS mechanics, physics-based loot, and permadeath, with plans for native Linux support in the future. Despite a somewhat unengaging intro and a restrictive save system, its positive reception highlights its appeal to players seeking a challenging survival experience.
