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This week in PC games: Crimson Desert and Death Stranding 2 plus frogs, cubes and one amazingly menacing chicken
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres, from grid-based battles in Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime to survival RPG elements in Everwind. Notable titles include the PC version of Death Stranding 2: On The Beach and Crimson Desert, an action-RPG from XLGAMES. Other releases span from bug-fighting simulations to narrative-driven experiences and extraction games.
Acclaimed 2022 PS5 Adventure Game 85% Off on PS Store
This War of Mine: Final Cut, a 2022 remaster for PlayStation 5, is currently available for 85% off on the PlayStation Store. The deal includes the base game for $2.99 and its DLC for under $1.50, with the sale ending next week. The game focuses on the civilian experience during wartime, emphasizing survival and difficult choices.
Dead in Antares Review - Get Lost Somewhere Familiar | COGconnected
Dead in Antares is a survival game where a team of experts finds themselves stranded on a hostile alien exoplanet. The game presents a mysterious tale of survival in an unfamiliar and dangerous environment.
Dead in Antares Review - Get Lost Somewhere Familiar | COGconnected
The review for Dead in Antares highlights the freedom players have to develop useful combat and survival skills, emphasizing the importance of planning for the future. The game allows players to improve their abilities for both everyday life and battlefield scenarios.
RTM: The Last Days – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
RTM: The Last Days is a narrative-driven atmospheric thriller where players guard a desolate checkpoint, scanning arrivals and uncovering a dark conspiracy. The game involves processing passengers, exploring a decaying bunker, and making decisions that blur the line between human and monster. Beta sign-ups are now open.
Poppy Playtime Chapter 5 Broken Things Review – Horror Evolves | Invision Game Community
Poppy Playtime Chapter 5 Broken Things continues the horror saga with a focus on puzzle-solving and chase sequences within the eerie Playtime Co. factory. While it refines existing mechanics and introduces new characters like Lily Lovebraids, some puzzles are criticized for being long-winded and breaking the horror pacing. The game offers technical polish and a cliffhanger ending, earning an 8/10 despite mixed reception on narrative depth.
15 Survival Movies That Deliver Relentless Thrills and Suspense
This article lists 15 survival and disaster movies that deliver thrills and suspense, ranging from post-apocalyptic tales to natural disaster epics. The films chosen highlight human resilience, the struggle against impossible odds, and the enduring spirit in the face of catastrophe.
The solution to staleness in modern gaming is cross-pollination - Reader's Feature
A reader proposes that cross-pollination of ideas between different genres and franchises is the key to combating staleness in modern gaming. The article provides numerous examples of successful genre blends, such as Castlevania becoming an RPG or Zelda incorporating rhythm mechanics, suggesting this approach can revitalize long-running series and create fresh experiences.
Subnautica 2 reveals overhauled modular base-building system in new dev blog, now the storm has passed
Subnautica 2 is set to enter Early Access in early 2026, featuring an overhauled modular base-building system that offers players greater control and flexibility. The new system allows for more intricate seabase construction, both solo and in optional four-player cooperative multiplayer. Design Lead Anthony Gallegos highlighted the focus on player expression and pushing the system's limits.
Wild West Legacy Rides Onto Xbox, PlayStation And PC – Stake Your Claim On The Frontier
Wild West Legacy, developed by Moon Punch Studio and published by Toplitz Productions, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and PC. This sandbox survival adventure challenges players to survive the harsh frontier, build a thriving settlement, and explore a vast open world inspired by the American Midwest.
Kolla in The Legend of California – ett överlev guldrushen-fps från Overwatch-folk
The Legend of California, a new western-themed first-person shooter developed by former Overwatch staff including director Jeff Kaplan, is set to enter early access on PC in 2026. The game focuses on survival and crafting during the California Gold Rush era.
Everything Announced at the Future Games Show Spring Showcase and FGS Live From GDC on March 12, 2026
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase and FGS Live From GDC presented over 40 upcoming games. Highlights included world premieres for Cordura, The 7th Guest Remake, Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns, and ReVamp. New trailers and gameplay were shown for titles like Dave The Diver: In the Jungle, Stupid Never Dies, Project Shadowglass, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes, among many others across various genres and platforms.
Everything announced at the Future Games Show Spring Showcase 2026
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase revealed numerous upcoming video games, including Cordura, Stupid Never Dies, Dave The Diver: In The Jungle DLC, and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Several titles like Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes and WILL: Follow The Light received specific release dates in 2026, while others are slated for later this year or have demos available. The showcase featured world premieres, gameplay deep dives, and developer interviews across various genres and platforms.
New Survival Game The Legend of California Announced and is Being Headed Up by Former Overwatch Lead Director, Launching on PC via Early Access in 2026 | Console Creatures
Kintsugiyama, a studio led by former Overwatch director Jeff Kaplan, has announced The Legend of California, a multiplayer-focused action survival first-person shooter. The game is set in an alternate timeline gold rush California and will launch on PC via Early Access in 2026 on Steam and Epic Games Store. The publisher is Dreamhaven, co-founded by former Blizzard CEO Mike Morhaime.
Shardpunk to appear on Nintendo Switch
Retrovibe and Retro Vibe announced that Shardpunk will be released on Nintendo Switch on March 26, 2026. Shardpunk is a turn-based tactical strategy game with RPG, survival, and resource management elements where players must scavenge for resources and fight enemy hordes.
Efter 9 år blir Fortnites första spelläge gratis
Epic Games announced that Fortnite's original cooperative survival mode, Save the World, will become free to play on April 16th, mirroring the popular battle royale mode. This shift aims to make the game accessible across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch platforms.
Collector's Cove Review - Missing Supplies | COGconnected
Collector's Cove enters the survival genre with a unique premise, featuring a pink dinosaur mount. This review assesses whether the game can compete with established titles in the genre.
BALL x PIT erscheint heute für mobile Geräte und lebt seine explosive Mischung aus Survival, Basisbau und Ball-Action unterwegs aus
The brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite game BALL x PIT is now available on mobile platforms iOS and Android. Developed by Kenny Sun and Friends and published by Devolver Digital, the game features over 60 unique balls to combine, over 70 structures to build, and various areas to explore. It is free-to-play with an option to unlock permanently for 9.99 Euros.
BALL x PIT now available for iOS, Android
The brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite game BALL x PIT has been released for iOS and Android devices. The game combines elements of survival and roguelite gameplay.
The Survivalists gains new Frostbite Fortress DLC
The Survivalists has released new DLC titled Frostbite Fortress, introducing a frozen biome for players to explore. This expansion includes new frostbite-themed enemies and the ability to craft powerful new equipment.