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The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Launches in Spring 2027, Closed Beta Starts April 22nd
Owlcat Games announced that The Expanse: Osiris Reborn will launch in Spring 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with a closed beta starting April 22nd. The Mass Effect-inspired action RPG will be available day one on Game Pass Ultimate and supports Xbox Play Anywhere.
Have Another 30 Seconds of Pure Saros PS5 Gameplay Before Previews Drop
Housemarque has released another short gameplay clip of Saros, showcasing a new biome with a purple sky. The successor to Returnal, this PlayStation 5 exclusive is set to launch on April 30th and promises refined third-person shooting gameplay with new ideas. Media previews are expected soon, offering more insight into the upcoming title.
The best non-Hitman game from Hitman's devs wouldn't have happened if it didn't blow EA execs' minds and 'low expectations' with a hocus-pocus demo powered mostly by dreams
IO Interactive, known for the Hitman series, developed Freedom Fighters, a squad-based third-person shooter. The game's development was initially challenging, with a demo impressing Electronic Arts executives and securing the project's green light. Freedom Fighters is considered by some to be IO Interactive's best non-Hitman title.
The companions in Owlcat's new Mass Effect-inspired RPG stand ready to have heart-to-heart chats, drag you into their sidequests, and blow a lot of stuff up
Owlcat Games, known for isometric RPGs like Pathfinder: Kingmaker, is developing The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, a third-person shooter RPG inspired by Mass Effect. The game will feature a diverse cast of companions with unique personalities, backstories, and combat roles, including environmental manipulation abilities. The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is set in the hard sci-fi universe of The Expanse and is available to wishlist on Steam.
Xbox Partner Preview stream set for Thursday with Stranger Than Heaven & The Expanse confirmed
Microsoft announced an Xbox Partner Preview stream scheduled for Thursday, March 26th, at 5 PM UK time. The event will feature an in-depth look at Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio's Stranger Than Heaven and Owlcat Games' action-RPG The Expanse: Osiris Reborn. Updates on STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl and other upcoming Xbox, PC, and Game Pass titles will also be presented.
Pragmata feels like a throwback action game only Capcom could make | VGC
Pragmata, a new action game from Capcom, is described as feeling like a throwback title with tight controls and a nimble protagonist. While the plot premise is not original and gameplay features "shoot the red spot" mechanics, the game's unique gimmicks and personality are expected to make it stand out.
Why Pragmata Might Be Capcom's Next Big Hit I The Koalition
The upcoming Capcom title Pragmata shows promise with its tight controls and nimble protagonist, Hugh. Despite a somewhat unoriginal plot premise and familiar "shoot the red spot" gameplay, the game's unique gimmicks and personality are expected to make it a standout title. The controls are described as feeling snappier than those in Resident Evil Requiem.
Pragmata hands-on report: hack-and-blast through a futuristic city - PlayStation Blog
Capcom's upcoming third-person action-adventure game, Pragmata, is set to launch on April 17. A hands-on report describes gameplay involving hack-and-blast combat within a futuristic city environment.
Frantic Shooter Saros Is Shaping Up to Be a Real Showpiece for PS5, PS5 Pro
The upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive shooter Saros from Housemarque is being developed to leverage the full power of both the PlayStation 5 and the PlayStation 5 Pro. The game will utilize the DualSense controller's haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, 3D audio, and the console's speedy SSD for near-instant load times. Saros is also confirmed to support PlayStation 5 Pro Rendering (PSSR).
Pragmata Loves Being a Video Game
Capcom has announced that Pragmata's release date has been moved forward to April 17, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S. The game features astronaut Hugh and an android companion Diana navigating a lunar research station, combining third-person shooter combat with hacking mechanics and extensive upgrade systems. The Deluxe Edition includes the main game and a 'Shelter Variety Pack' with various cosmetic items and music.
Splatoon 3 updating to Version 11.1.0 tomorrow (patch notes)
Splatoon 3 is receiving update Version 11.1.0 on March 18, 2026, which focuses on X Battle matchmaking and multiplayer balance adjustments. The update includes numerous weapon adjustments, such as changes to shot speed, damage fall-off, ink consumption, and special weapon points required. Matchmaking systems have been revised to pair players with similar final X Power and reduce skill disparity between teams.
Pragmata's director appreciates all the comments likening it to an Xbox 360 game of old: 'I'm someone who's got a lot of happy experiences and memories from that generation'
Pragmata director Cho Yonghee expressed pleasure that the game is being compared to classic Xbox 360 and PlayStation 4 titles, seeing it as a positive reflection of the generation's unique games. Producer Naoto Oyama discussed the iterative design process, emphasizing the team's goal of creating a cohesive and satisfying gameplay experience.
Pragmata's action is saved by its hacking, making it feel like a third-person shooter of old: 'Finding the sweet spot has been one of the main focuses in development'
Capcom's upcoming game Pragmata combines third-person shooting with hacking mechanics, a core focus of its development. Director Cho Yonghee and producer Naoto Oyama discuss the challenge of balancing these elements to create a satisfying gameplay experience. The hacking is integrated into combat and exploration, making it essential rather than an optional addition.
Pragamata Preview – Capcom’s Hack & Shooter takes Manhattan (on the Moon)
Pragmata, a new game from Capcom, blends third-person shooting with hacking puzzle mechanics. Players control astronaut Hugh, assisted by an android named Diana, as they battle robotic enemies on a corrupted lunar base that mimics New York City. The preview highlights the game's unique enemy designs, varied hacking and weapon systems, and a hub area for upgrades and character bonding.
Pragmata Hands-On Preview: More Than A Throwback Shooter
A hands-on preview of Pragmata reveals a surprisingly deep narrative and character dynamic between engineer Hugh and the android Diana, set against a backdrop of hostile AI on a lunar research station. The game blends third-person shooting with hacking mechanics and features a scarcity-driven combat system that encourages strategic engagement. Capcom appears to be developing an emotionally impactful experience that could be a sleeper hit.
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! Released
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! is now available for PC and consoles, including PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The game allows players to join the Mobile Infantry and earn citizenship.
Black Mountain of Tlaltecuhtli Revealed
3DAW has unveiled Black Mountain of Tlaltecuhtli, a third-person supernatural action-adventure game set inside a living mountain rooted in Aztec mythology. Players control a bounty hunter who discovers a prison for an ancient force that is now destabilizing the research facility built above it, causing reality to fracture and reassemble in real time. The game features a blend of tactical gunplay, stealth, and vertical traversal across overlapping realities.
Starship Troopers Ultimate Bug War makes me wish more games had FMV cutscenes
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War is an entertaining throwback shooter based on a nearly 30-year-old film. The article highlights the game's use of FMV cutscenes and expresses a desire for more games to incorporate this feature.
A Living Aztec Mountain Rewrites Reality in New Supernatural Action Adventure
Developer 3DAW has unveiled Black Mountain of Tlaltecuhtli, a third-person supernatural action-adventure game set inside a living Aztec mountain where reality shifts in real time. Players control a bounty hunter who uncovers an ancient prison within the mountain, which is now being rewritten by modern experiments. The game features tactical gunplay, stealth, vertical traversal, and experimental weapons, with environments that reconfigure dynamically.
Last Flag launches April 14 for PC, this summer for PS5 and Xbox Series
The team-based third-person shooter Last Flag is set to launch on PC via Steam on April 14. The game will also be released for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X during the summer.