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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope – First Details About the Major Heart of Chornobyl Expansion
GSC Game World has revealed details for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope, the first major expansion for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, set to launch in Summer 2026. The expansion will feature a new storyline spanning dozens of hours, two new regions, and new characters, continuing the conflict between the Duty and Freedom factions. Cost of Hope will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5, and supports Xbox Play Anywhere.
Shardpunk Throws You Into A City Overrun By Rats – And There’s No Easy Way Out!
Shardpunk, a turn-based strategy and survival game developed by Clockwork Pile and published by Retrovibe, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch for £14.24. The game challenges players to survive in a city overrun by rats, focusing on tactical combat, resource management, and difficult decision-making.
Dying Light: The Beast Restored Land Launches Now!
Techland has released Dying Light: The Beast Restored Land Edition and a major free content update for Dying Light: The Beast on March 26. The Restored Land mode introduces a challenging solo experience with permanent consequences, where zombies and loot do not respawn, and survival mechanics are intensified. Players can also enable a "One Life" option for an even greater challenge, with special rewards for completion. The update also includes new vehicular challenges called Roadkill Rallies, new quests, finishers, achievements, and numerous gameplay and performance enhancements.
STRIDEN – SURVIVAL GAME MODE BETA RELEASES MARCH 27
Independent developer 5 Fortress announced that the beta for STRIDEN's new Survival Game Mode will launch on March 27, 2026. This mode challenges players to survive as long as possible in a hostile environment, featuring vehicle driving, base building, scavenging, and combat against wildlife and soldiers. The beta aims to gather community feedback to shape the future of the survival gameplay within the first-person shooter.
Stunlock has ended V Rising development but is working on a new game set in the same world
Stunlock Studios has announced that V Rising will no longer receive new content updates, shifting focus to a new game set in the same universe. While the studio will continue to provide balance and bug-fixing patches, players have expressed disappointment, particularly regarding the lack of mod tools. The developers confirmed they are in the early stages of creating a new title within the V Rising world.
Survive In A Scorching Desert In The First Demo For Snowcastle’s Lysward, Available Now
Independent developer Snowcastle Games has released the first demo for their upcoming desert survival game, Lysward. The demo allows players to experience the first act, utilizing Amri magic, crafting, and a drivable vehicle to survive the extreme heat and explore the world of Umbra. Snowcastle Games is also known for their previous titles Earthlock and Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure.
Toy Command Launches on Google Play Across Multiple Regions, Bringing Squad-Based Horde Battles to a Living Toy World
Toy Command has launched on Google Play, offering players squad-based horde battles in a world where toys come to life. The game features real-time command-based combat, hero upgrades, and multiple gameplay modes including tower defense and survival challenges. An iOS release is planned for the future.
New Dying Light: The Beast Update Makes Your Choices Actually Matter For Once
Techland has released a free update for Dying Light: The Beast, introducing the 'Restored Land' mode which emphasizes survival and permanent player choices. This new solo experience features non-respawning enemies and resources, requiring players to manage hunger and limited supplies, with an optional permadeath mode for greater challenge and rewards. The update also includes new quests, finishers, and gameplay enhancements.
The Stream Team: Brews and battle in Return to Moria
Massively OP's MJ and Larry are continuing their co-op adventures in Return to Moria, focusing on mining, forging, brewing, and combat. The stream will highlight the simple pleasures of dwarven life deep within the mines of Moria.
Apocalyptic Films and Series That Explore Humanity on the Brink
This article explores 15 apocalyptic films and series that delve into humanity's struggle for survival on the brink. It highlights how these stories, ranging from zombie outbreaks to societal collapse, captivate audiences with tension and explore themes of survival, society, and the end of days. The list includes diverse titles like Train to Busan, WALL-E, Mad Max: Fury Road, and The Matrix, showcasing various interpretations of doomsday scenarios.
Icarus: Console Edition Review - Brutal Beginnings, Peaceful Survival | COGconnected
The review for Icarus: Console Edition highlights its brutal beginnings and peaceful survival elements on PC. The article also delves into Valve's business model, noting their significant revenue from Steam and Gabe Newell's intention to keep the company privately owned by the Newell family.
Pentiment director offers advice to develop games quicker
Moon Studios CEO Thomas Mahler stated that No Rest for the Wicked has the potential to become a long-term RPG platform. He suggested future updates could introduce new modes such as roguelike, survival, and farming.
Open-world pirate games are so back: Windrose hits 1.5 million Steam wishlists as 800,000 players convince devs to leave…
The open-world pirate survival game Windrose has achieved 1.5 million Steam wishlists and had over 800,000 players try its demo during Steam Next Fest. Developer Windrose Crew is using player feedback to refine the game for its upcoming Early Access launch, with planned improvements including enhanced co-op features and more loot variety.
Aska’s latest update makes villagers eat less and go to the tavern properly
Sand Sailor Studio's latest patch for the survival game Aska addresses several issues, including making villagers more likely to eat at the tavern instead of the warehouse. The update also differentiates between Tavern Pit and Tavern Hut, adds Decorative Willow, and fixes an issue with Steam Cloud saves causing conflicts.
The Demo for Night-Fishing Horror Title, Out Fishing, Is Now Available on Steam
The first-person fishing horror game Out Fishing, developed by Mūn Mūn Games and published by Unikat Label, has released a demo on Steam. The game features a dynamic day-night cycle and survival elements where players explore an abandoned lake and forest, uncovering clues about a past disappearance while avoiding a lurking danger that appears after dark.
Atomfall players have munched 16.8m Cornish pasties in the last 12 months, eye-opening stats reveal as survival hit turns one
Rebellion has released player statistics for its survival game Atomfall, marking its upcoming first anniversary. In the past 12 months, players have consumed over 16.8 million Cornish pasties and died 42.3 million times, with BARD robots being the primary cause of player deaths. The bow and arrow is the most used weapon, and the game was Rebellion's most successful launch ever.
Some top games under £5 in the Steam Spring Sale 2026
The Steam Spring Sale 2026 features numerous games priced under £5, offering budget-friendly options for players. The list includes titles like The Long Dark, Grim Dawn, Bloons TD 6, Control Ultimate Edition, Dying Light, Black Mesa, Prey, Old World, CARRION, Mad Max, Into the Breach, and Children of Morta. Many of these games are also compatible with Linux via native builds or Proton.
Once Human Console Closed Beta Kicks Off March 26 Alongside Version 2.3.26 "Deviant Update"
NetEase Games announced that the post-apocalyptic survival game Once Human will launch its first console Closed Beta on March 26 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S. This beta, running until April 8, will feature cross-platform play and coincide with the "Deviant Update" introducing new enemies and mechanics.
Review: Pathologic 3 Is The Most Accessible Pathologic Game So Far Entertainium
Pathologic 3 is presented as the most accessible entry point into the series for new players. The game offers a unique survival and adventure experience.
Dying Light: The Beast Restored Land Launches March 26, Promises “The Ultimate Survival Experience”
Techland announced the "Restored Land Edition" for Dying Light: The Beast, launching March 26th, which includes the base game, all post-launch updates, and a new free "Restored Land" update. This update introduces a challenging solo-only mode with persistent world elements, limited resources, and intensified survival mechanics like hunger and flashlight battery management. A "One Life" option is available for extreme difficulty, with rewards for completion and new challenges like Roadkill Rallies.
