Title: Mina The Hollower‘s Weird Modifiers Are Absurdly Fun Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:31:31 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/all-modifiers-mina-the-hollower-2000702480 I've always wanted to be 1.5x bigger

Title: What To Expect From Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest 2026 Showcase Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:07:48 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/summer-game-fest-2026-showcase-geoff-keighley-what-to-expect-2000702483 The only confirmed reveal so far is Miss Piggy

Title: After Performance Troubles And A Delay, Elden Ring Is Finally Coming To Switch 2 Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:58:35 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/elden-ring-switch-2-tarnished-edition-release-date-shadow-2000702487 The Tarnished Edition includes both the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC

Title: Lego Just Revealed Its Biggest Set Yet And It Costs $800 Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:38:03 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/lego-just-revealed-its-biggest-set-yet-and-it-costs-800-2000702465 Sagrada Familia contains over 12,000 pieces and launches later this year

Title: A Better Version Of The Switch 2 Is Coming To Europe Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:14:13 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/a-better-version-of-the-switch-2-is-coming-to-europe-2000702461 Nintendo confirmed it will release a model with a replaceable battery in 2027

Title: Monopoly Go x The Simpsons crossover is almost here Date: Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:41:21 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/monopoly-go-the-simpsons-crossover-details Monopoly Go players have been looking forward to a major crossover event for what felt like months, and though most of the details ended up leaking, nothing actually beats official information. Read more

Title: Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.3 will take us deeper into the World in Canvas and make Mortenax Blade playable Date: Fri, 22 May 2026 13:43:44 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/honkai-star-rail-version-4-3-all-details HoYoverse has today delivered full details on the next major update for Honkai: Star Rail. Version 4.3, dubbed The Lethe Below the Living, will be available for all players on June 1. The upcoming update adds a new chapter to the Planarcadia arc, and introduce a new playable character. Read more

Title: Forza Horizon 6 explodes on Steam even before it's officially out Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 11:00:02 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/forza-horizon-6-steam-numbers-big-launch Steam is abuzz this week with a couple of long-anticipated launches, but in Forza Horizon 6’s case, at least, the game isn’t even out for what will be most of its players. The anticipated sequel in the open-world driving game series doesn’t officially launch until May 19, but owners of its most expensive version - the Premium Edition - can play it right now. Read more

Title: Mystic Messenger's most loyal players are getting banned in droves for seemingly playing the game too much Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 10:02:10 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/mystic-messenger-ban-wave-thousands-of-hourglasses-anniversary Mystic Messenger, arguably one of the best dating sims around, has been dormant for about seven years. Despite not receiving new content or any meaningful updates in all that time, the game remains popular with its core fans, many of whom just woke up to some shocking news about their accounts. Read more

Title: Forza Horizon 6 review - The driving game for everyone still can’t seem to escape its car-collecting legacy Date: Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:03 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/forza-horizon-6-review There is this idea that, for a long-running series to remain as consistently popular as Forza Horizon has been, it needs to diminish itself somewhat with each new entry, gradually losing more and more of its edge in a bid to appeal to the widest possible audience. Read more

Title: Elden Ring For Switch 2 Finally Gets Release Date After Performance-Related Delay Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:45:11 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/elden-ring-for-switch-2-finally-gets-release-date-after-performance-related-delay/ From Software has confirmed the release date and other details for Elden Ring's upcoming Switch 2 launch. Fans have been waiting for a while, as From Software originally slated Elden Ring for release on Switch 2 in 2025, but it was delayed for "performance adjustments." Elden Ring is coming to Switch 2 with the Tarnished Edition, and it releases on August 28 for $80 USD. It includes the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, along with four new armor sets, two new starting classes, and more. Elden Ring's Tarnished Edition will be available physically, and it comes on a Game-Key Card; this is a physical cartridge with a download code. The new content in the Tarnished Edition won't be exclusive to Switch 2, however, as From Software will sell the Tarnished Pack on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC on August 28. In 2025, people who played Elden Ring on Switch 2 said it was in rough shape, with the frame rate in particular getting called out for being poor. Publisher Bandai Namco initially forbade media from showing footage of the game. However, new footage of the Switch 2 edition emerged in March 2026. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PmZrYWfQLM Elden Ring's Switch 2 version is going to be From Software's second big release for Switch 2 this year, joining The Duskbloods. That is a new action-RPG exclusive to Switch 2 developed by From Software and directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki.

Title: Destiny 2 Ending New Content Is “Unthinkable,” Warframe Dev Says Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:39:49 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/destiny-2-ending-new-content-is-unthinkable-warframe-dev-says/ Bungie recently announced that it is ending ongoing content releases for Destiny 2 on June 9, with the Sony-owned studio shifting to new projects. The end-of-service announcement was upsetting to many, including Warframe creative director Rebecca Ford. She said on the OnlyFrames podcast that there is "no world where it makes sense." "Obviously, that news was just cataclysmic. I think there is no world where it makes sense from someone who, you know, enjoys video games that you can just do that," Ford said (via MP1st). "You can just end one of the biggest things to hit the gaming industry in the past 10 years." Ford went on to say Destiny 2 coming to an end is the result of "the business side of things." "You’ve seen the business side of things be the biggest voice in the room for a long time. It’s just never hurt this much for a lot of people in our niche genre, I think, which is, you know, it’s unthinkable," she explained. Ford shared further commentary on social media, writing, "There is no Warframe without the legacy of Bungie games." She added: "Destiny was and is a force of nature, loved and held in the hands of so many people who, for a moment, were part of the biggest thing in gaming. Then comes the words, summarized crudely: 'The End.'" Bungie is now focusing on Marathon and incubation work on "our next games," whatever those may be. Destiny 2 is not joining the live-service graveyard and going offline, however, it's just no longer getting new content updates. Destiny fans want Destiny 3, but it remains to be seen if Bungie will make it. A report said Bungie staffers are pitching new Destiny projects, but none have been greenlit as of yet. Bungie is also reportedly about to undergo "significant" layoffs.

Title: God Of War Laufey Brings Back One Of The Best Parts Of The Previous Games Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:38:40 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/god-of-war-laufey-brings-back-one-of-the-best-parts-of-the-previous-games/ One of the big reveals from the PlayStation State of Play this week was a new God of War game called God of War: Laufey. The PS5 game mixes things up by focusing on Laufey instead of Kratos, but some things are staying the same. It has been confirmed that Bear McCreary, who composed the music for 2018's God of War and 2022's God of War: Ragnarok, is coming back for Laufey. "I am honored to return to the God of War saga, as the composer of God of War Laufey," he said. McCreary went on to say he's been working on Laufey for "years" already, collaborating with a "stunningly talented team of developers, musicians, performers, and singers." The composer not only made the music for previous God of War games, but he had a role in one of them as well. In Ragnarok's 2023 expansion, Valhalla, McCreary played the dwarven musician character Ræb, which is Bear spelled backwards. The initial trailer for God of War: Laufey provided a tease for the music in the game, but McCreary said he's excited to share more of his work on the game soon. McCreary also composed the music for this February's God of War Sons of Sparta. Outside of games, McCreary is known for his work on film and TV shows, with his credits include The Walking Dead, Battlestar Galactica, Outlander, Black Mirror, Snowpiercer, The Witcher: Blood Origin, Halo, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, and Percy Jackson and the Olympians, just to name a few. God of War: Laufey is in the works now for PS5, but it doesn't have a release date. The game also features a gelatinous cube played by Jack Quaid.

Title: 007: First Light Sequel Could Include A Major Behind-The-Scenes Change Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:54:34 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/007-first-light-sequel-could-include-a-major-behind-the-scenes-change/ Hitman developer IO Interactive developed, published, and funded the well-received and top-selling James Bond game 007: First Light, but changes could be afoot for a potential sequel. IO announced Project 007, a working title for what would become First Light, back in November 2020. At the time, Amazon was not involved in the new game, but the retail and entertainment giant bought MGM in 2021. Due to this timeline of events, Amazon Games "didn't have the full rights" to First Light, Amazon Games boss Jeff Gattis told Polygon. However, any possible sequels will be "done by MGM, and theoretically, by Amazon Game Studios," he said. A spokesperson for Amazon Games elaborated to VGC, saying, "Amazon MGM holds the rights to any future James Bond video games but it’s still too early to discuss future projects." The statement continued: "We have a great relationship with IO Interactive and are proud of what we’ve accomplished together on 007 First Light. Our partners at IO will reveal more about 007 First Light in the near future and we’re looking forward to sharing what’s next." As for when IO reached its deal for a James Bond game, IO CEO Hakan Abrak said in a 2025 interview with GI.biz that his studio had been working on the project for nearly six years already, so that would go back to 2019. IO has said it has plans for a trilogy of James Bond games, and First Light wraps up its campaign with a tease for the next story. Given the positive critical reception to First Light, fans would no doubt want to see IO come back for a sequel. What Gattis is saying does not rule that out, only that Amazon will take a bigger role in any future releases. This only makes sense given Amazon now owns the rights to the franchise and dictates where it goes and who works on it. That. being said, Gattis' comments are spooking fans right now due in part to Amazon's mixed track record in the development space. Gattis said he sees a "continued integration" of movies and video games, saying it's a "real opportunity" for Amazon to make both video content and games to help with synergy. Beyond Bond, Gattis cited the Tomb Raider franchise as an example, pointing to the upcoming Tomb Raider TV show and the new game, Tomb Raider: Catalyst--these will both be published by Amazon. Crystal Dynamics is developing the new Tomb Raider game, and Embracer owns the IP. First Light was reportedly the most expensive entertainment product ever developed in Denmark, which is where IO is based. The budget was reportedly $200 million, but there is no confirmation of that figure. In any event, Abrak previously said IO funded First Light entirely itself due in part to the smashing success of Hitman: World of Assassination and all the money it brought in. "James Bond is fully funded by us. We are completely independent," he said. While Amazon did not publish First Light, the company conducted efforts to promote it, including with front-page takeover ads on Amazon's mobile app. Beyond a possible First Light sequel, IO is confirmed to be working on a multiplayer fantasy game that is funded in part by mysterious and unannounced partners. Additionally, IO has pledged to return to the Hitman series one day.

Title: This Week’s Epic Games Store Freebies Will Shiver Your Timbers Date: Thu, 07 May 2026 15:01:00 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/free-games-epic-games-store/1100-6476419/ The Epic Games Store continues to give away a free game each week, and this week's offering is another nice find at a price that can't be beat. Every Thursday at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET, Epic offers at least one free PC game (and sometimes even as many as two or three). All you need to do to claim the free games is create a free Epic account and enable two-factor authentication. You have a week to add the freebies to your library before the new one(s) take their place. At this point, Epic has given away hundreds of free games, and there's no sign that the program will stop any time soon. The company has also extended its freebies to Android devices, and you can claim a free game every week here as well. We keep this article up to date weekly to highlight both the current free games and next week's offerings. If you're looking for more freebies, you can check out our list of the 25 best free PC games to play right now, or for more options, the 25 best free games to play on multiple platforms. Current free games at Epic Rogue Waters This week, you can grab Rogue Waters and Songs of Conquest for free. Rogue Waters is a tactical turn-based roguelite game with a deep pirate theme, and it was first released in 2024. As for Songs of Conquest, this is a 4X turn-based strategy game where you can wield magic on the battlefield while you work to forge a mighty empire. Next free game at Epic Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks Next week's free game is Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks. Pure vehicular combat and car-nage, the game shines a light on the idiotic geniuses of the tabletop franchise and their talent for crafting lethal rides. See all free games at Epic Epic Games Store free games list We're keeping a running list of every free game that Epic users have been able to claim in the past. From AAA hits to indie darlings, Epic has really made its mark with free games. You can even snag these games if you don't have a powerful PC so you can play them if you ever get one. Look at the list below to see the frankly ridiculous list of free games that have been available. GameDateWarhammer 40,000: Speed FreeksJune 11-18, 2026Songs of ConquestJune 4-11, 2026Rogue WatersJune 4-11, 2026LonestarMay 28 - June 4, 2026CalicoMay 28 - June 4, 2026Tomb Raider I-III RemasteredMay 21-28, 2026Down in BermudaMay 21-28, 2026Batman: The Telltale Series - Shadows EditionMay 14-21, 2026SunderfolkMay 14-21, 2026Trash GoblinMay 7-14, 2026Arranger: A Role-Playing AdventureMay 7-14, 2026Firestone Online Idle RPG: Epic Games Store Gift BundleApril 30 - May 7, 2026Oddsparks: An Automation AdventureApril 30 - May 7, 2026DoombladeApril 23-30, 2026The Stone of MadnessApril 16-23, 2026Prop SumoApril 9-16, 2026Tomak: Save the Earth RegenerationApril 9-16, 2026Clone Drone In the Danger ZoneApril 2-9, 2026Hyper EchelonMarch 26 - April 2, 2026HavendockMarch 26 - April 2, 2026Electrician SimulatorMarch 19-26, 2026World of Warships: Tachibana PackMarch 19-26, 2026IsonzoMarch 12-19, 2026Cozy GroveMarch 12-19, 2026Idle Champions of the Forgotten RealmsMarch 5-12, 2026Turnip Boy Robs a BankMarch 5-12, 2026My Night JobFebruary 26 - March 5, 2026Boxes: Lost FragmentsFebruary 26 - March 5, 2026Stalcraft X: Starter PackFebruary 19-26, 2026Return to AshFebruary 19-26, 2026The Darkside Detective: A Fumble in the DarkFebruary 12-19, 2026Nobody Wants to DieFebruary 12-19, 2026Pixel Gun 3D Poison Retro Set DLCFebruary 5-12, 2026Botany ManorFebruary 5-12, 2026Definitely Not Fried ChickenJanuary 28 - February 4, 2026Rustler: Grand Theft HorseJanuary 21-28, 2026Styx: Shards of DarknessJanuary 14-21, 2026Styx: Master of ShadowsJanuary 14-21, 2026Bloons TD 6January 7-14, 2026WildgateJanuary 1-7, 2026Total War: Three KingdomsJanuary 1-7, 2026Chivalry 2December 31, 2025Trine: Classic CollectionDecember 30, 2025ViewfinderDecember 29, 2025SKALD: Against the Black PrioryDecember 28, 2025Cassette BeastsDecember 27, 2025We Were Here TogetherDecember 26, 2025Disco Elysium: The Final CutDecember 25, 2025The Callisto ProtocolDecember 24, 2025Bloodstained: Ritual of the NightDecember 23, 2025Paradise KillerDecember 22, 2025Sorry, We're ClosedDecember 21, 2025Blood WestDecember 20, 2025EternightsDecember 19-20, 2025Jotunslayer: Hordes of HelDecember 18-19, 2025Hogwarts LegacyDecember 11-18, 2025The Jackbox Party Pack 4December 4-11, 2025The Darkside DetectiveDecember 4-11, 2025Universe For SaleNovember 27 - December 4, 2025Godzilla Voxel WarsNovember 20-27, 2025ZoetiNovember 20-27, 2025Zero HourNovember 13-20, 2025Songs of SilenceNovember 13-20, 2025ScourgeBringerNovember 13-20, 2025Felix the ReaperNovember 6-13, 2025Idle Champions of the Forgotten RealmsNovember 6-13, 2025Five Nights at Freddy's: Into the PitOctober 30 - November 6, 2025Bendy and the Ink MachineOctober 30 - November 6, 2025Fear the SpotlightOctober 23-30, 2025Samorost 3October 16-23, 2025Amnesia: The BunkerOctober 16-23, 2025Albion Online: Rogue Journeyman BundleOctober 9-16, 2025Gravity CircuitOctober 9-16, 2025NightingaleOctober 2-9, 2025Firestone: Online Idle RPGOctober 2-9, 2025Jorel's BrotherSeptember 25 - October 2, 2025Eastern ExorcistSeptember 25 - October 2, 2025Samorost 2September 18-25, 2025Project WinterSeptember 18-25, 2025Monument Valley 2September 11-18, 2025Ghostrunner 2September 11-18, 2025The Battle of PolytopiaSeptember 11-18, 2025Monument ValleySeptember 4-11, 2025Make WayAugust 28 - September 4, 2025MachinariumAugust 28 - September 4, 2025Strange HorticultureAugust 21-28, 2025Kamaeru: A Frog RefugeAugust 21-28, 2025Hidden FolksAugust 14-21, 2025Totally Reliable Delivery ServiceAugust 14-21, 2025Road RedemptionAugust 7-14, 2025112 OperatorAugust 7-14, 2025KeylockerJuly 31 - August 7, 2025PilgrimsJuly 31 - August 7, 2025Legion TD 2July 24-31, 2025Sid Meier's Civilization 6: Platinum EditionJuly 17-24, 2025Sky RacketJuly 10-17, 2025Figment 2: Creed ValleyJuly 10-17, 2025FigmentJuly 3-10, 2025Backpack HeroJuly 3-10, 2025SableJune 26 - July 3The OperatorJune 19-26, 2025Two Point HospitalJune 12-19, 2025Ogu and the Secret ForestJune 5-12, 2025DeathloopJune 5-12, 2025LimboMay 29 - June 5, 2025Tiny Tina's WonderlandsMay 29 - June 5, 2025GigapocalypseMay 22-29, 2025SifuMay 22-29, 2025Deliver At All CostsMay 22-29, 2025Happy GameMay 15-22, 2025Dead Island 2May 15-22, 2025Touch Type TaleMay 8-15, 2025Deadtime DefendersMay 8-15, 2025Super Space ClubMay 1-8, 2025ChuchelApril 24 - May 1, 2025BotaniculaApril 17-24, 2025Firestone: Online Idle RpgApril 17-24, 2025Idle Champions of the Forgotten RealmApril 10-17, 2025River City GirlsApril 10-17, 2025Cat Quest 2April 3-10, 2025Neko Ghost JumpMarch 27 - April 3, 2025Cat QuestMarch 27 - April 3, 2025Jurassic World Evolution 2March 20-27, 2025Mortal ShellMarch 13-20, 2025Them's Fightin' HerdsMarch 6-13, 2025Mages of MystraliaFebruary 27 - March 6, 2025Garden StoryFebruary 20-27, 2025World War Z: AftermathFebruary 20-27, 2025F1 Manager 2024February 13-20, 2025HumankindFebruary 6-13, 2025Beyond BlueFebruary 6-13, 2025UndyingJanuary 30 - February 6, 2025Behind the Frame: The Finest SceneryJanuary 23-30, 2025Escape AcademyJanuary 16-23, 2025TurmoilJanuary 9-16, 2025Hell Let LooseJanuary 2-9, 2025Kingdom Come: DeliveranceJanuary 1-2, 2025SifuDecember 31 - January 1, 2025RedactedDecember 30-31, 2024Orcs Must Die 3December 29-30, 2024Kill KnightDecember 28-29, 2024Hot Wheels UnleashedDecember 27-28, 2024Ghostrunner 2December 26-27, 2024ControlDecember 25-26, 2024DredgeDecember 24-25, 2024Dark and Darker: Legendary Status upgradeDecember 23-24, 2024Wizard of LegendDecember 22-23, 2024TerraTechDecember 21-22, 2024Astrea Six-Sided OraclesDecember 20-21, 2024Vampire SurvivorsDecember 19-20, 2024The Lord of the Rings: Return to MoriaDecember 12-19, 2024Bus Simulator 21December 5-12, 2024Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker SagaDecember 5-12, 2024BrotatoNovember 28 - December 5, 2024BeholderNovember 21-28, 2024Snakebird CompleteNovember 14-21, 2024Castlevania: Anniversary CollectionNovember 14-21, 2024Deceive Inc.November 7-14, 2024Ghostwire: TokyoOctober 31 - November 7, 2024Witch ItOctober 31 - November 7, 2024Moving OutOctober 24-31, 2024Kardboard Kings: Card Shop SimulatorOctober 17-24, 2024Invincible Presents: Atom EveOctober 17-24, 2024Outliver: TribulationOctober 10-17, 2024Empyrion: Galactic SurvivalOctober 10-17, 2024Bear and BreakfastOctober 3-10, 2024The Spirit and the MouseSeptember 26 - October 3, 2024The Last Stand: AftermathSeptember 19-26, 2024ToemSeptember 19-26, 2024Super Crazy Rhythm CastleSeptember 12-19, 2024Rugrats: Adventures in GamelandSeptember 12 - 19, 2024Football Manager 2024September 5 - 12, 2024Sniper Ghost Warrior ContractsSeptember 5 - 12, 2024Wild Card FootballAugust 29 - September 5, 2024Fallout: Classic CollectionAugust 29 - September 5, 2024The Callisto ProtocolAugust 22-29, 2024Gigantic: Rampage EditionAugust 22-29, 2024World of Warships starter packAugust 15- 22, 2024Death's Gambit: AfterlifeAugust 15-22, 2024Cygni: All Guns BlazingAugust 8-15, 2024DNF DuelAugust 8-15, 2024LumbearJackAugust 1-8, 2024FIST: Forged in ShadowJuly 25-August 1, 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2023Deliver Us MarsNovember 23-30, 2023Surviving The AftermathNovember 16-23, 2023EarthlockNovember 16-23, 2023Golden LightNovember 9-16, 2023Turnip Boy Commits Tax EvasionNovember 2-9, 2023Tandem: A Tale of ShadowsOctober 26-November 2, 2023The Evil Within 2October 26-November 2, 2023Eternal ThreadsOctober 19-26, 2023The Evil WithinOctober 19-26, 2023QUBE Ultimate BundleOctober 12-19, 2023Blazing SailsOctober 12-19, 2023Godlike BurgerOctober 5-12, 2023SoulsticeSeptember 28-October 5, 2023Model BuilderSeptember 28-October 5, 2023Out of LineSeptember 21-28, 2023The Forest QuartetSeptember 21-28, 2023911 OperatorSeptember 14-21, 2023SpelldrifterSeptember 7-14, 2023Cave Story+August 31-September 7, 2023Homeworld: Deserts of KharakAugust 24-31, 2023Dodo PeakAugust 18-24, 2023Black BookAugust 18-24, 2023Europa Universalis IVAugust 10-17, 2023Orwell: Keeping an Eye on YouAugust 10-17, 2023Bloons TD 6August 3-10, 2023Loop HeroAugust 3-10, 2023Severed SteelJuly 27-August 3, 2023Homeworld 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2021Aven ColonyNovember 4-11, 2021Darq: Complete EditionOctober 28-November 4, 2021Among the SleepOctober 21-28, 2021Stubbs the Zombie in Rebel Without a PulseOctober 14-21, 2021PC Building SimulatorOctober 7-14, 2021Europa Universalis IVSeptember 30-October 7, 2021The EscapistsSeptember 23-30, 2021TharsisSeptember 16-23, 2021Speed BrawlSeptember 16-23, 2021ShelteredSeptember 9-16, 2021Nioh: Complete EditionSeptember 9-16, 2021Yoku's Island ExpressSeptember 2-9, 2021AutomachefAugust 26-September 2, 2021Saints Row The Third RemasteredAugust 26-September 2, 2021Void BastardsAugust 19-26, 2021Yooka-LayleeAugust 19-26, 2021Rebel GalaxyAugust 12-19, 2021MinitAugust 5-12, 2021A Plague Tale: InnocenceAugust 5-12, 2021Train Sim World 2July 29-August 5, 2021MothergunshipJuly 29-August 5, 2021Defense Grid: AwakeningJuly 22-29, 2021VerdunJuly 22-29, 2021Offworld Trading CompanyJuly 15-22, 2021ObductionJuly 15-22, 2021IroncastJuly 8-15, 2021Bridge Constructor: Walking DeadJuly 8-15, 2021The 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Title: Pokémon scalpers don't worry Lego, exec says Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:28:46 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/pokemon-lego-resell-ebay-smart-play-bricks-set-august-interview/ In 2026, if a product has Pikachu on it, there's a good chance that it'll sell out and end up on eBay. We've seen this frenzy play out nearly everywhere: trading cards, apparel, and books. It's certainly proven true for previous Lego Pokémon sets, where $650 price tags weren't enough to make anyone flinch. If you ask the people working at Lego, it's not a big deal at all.

Title: Where to find vending machines in Forza Horizon 6 Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:27:24 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/forza-horizon-6-fh6-vending-machine-locations-where-to-find-snack-attack/ Vending machines are littered acrossForza Horizon 6, and, sometimes, you're required to find them for challenges in the Festival Playlist.

Title: Helldivers 2 is overhauling how it tells its stories this month Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:15:10 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/helldivers-2-galactic-war-campaigns-progression-update/ Since Helldivers 2launched in 2024, the community has collectively been fighting the game's galactic war against various types of enemies. Automatons (robots), Terminids (bug-like aliens), and Illuminate (humanoid aliens) forces all must be repelled, and the events of the war are determined by which planets are successfully liberated and which are overwhelmed by foes.

Title: Nintendo Switch 2 will get replaceable battery for European market Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:12:05 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/new-nintendo-switch-2-confirmed-europe-exclusive/ Thanks to new consumer protection laws in the European Union, Nintendo will be releasing an updated version of the Switch 2 with user-replaceable batteries. As seen by The Verge, the company silently changed the “Compliance with EU Directives and Regulations” section of its website. The new paragraph explains that by February 18, 2027 (when the regulation takes effect), the company will have released new versions of its hardware that make it easier to replace their batteries.

Title: Mark Waid is co-writing a Justice League Unlimited TTRPG Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:00:22 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/justice-league-unlimited-roleplaying-game-interview-crowdfunding/ Mark Waid has been writing for DC Comics since 1985, penning celebrated stories like 1996’s Kingdom Come and helping to shape the evolution of the publisher’s biggest heroes. Now he’s co-writing Justice League Unlimited: The Roleplaying Game, which begins crowdfunding in July.

Title: The Name’s Gaming … Cloud Gaming: ‘007 First Light’ Launches on GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 28 May 2026 13:00:37 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-007-first-light-launch/ License to stream, shaken and stirred. GeForce NOW is dialing up the espionage with the launch of 007 First Light, letting members slip into James Bond’s reimagined origin story from almost any device — no tux or preloads required.  For a limited time, the game is included with the purchase of a 12‑month GeForce NOW Ultimate membership, letting members lock in Bond’s next mission and a year of top-tier cloud gaming in one shot. And for those stepping into the role, the look comes with it. Daring Elite Outfit, a signature look capturing the spirit of a rising agent, is now available for Ultimate members — equal parts discipline, ambition and edge. And catch Capcom’s Resident Evil Requiem demo in the cloud — catch an early portion of the game and discover its two sides: terrifying survival horror with Grace Ashcroft, and pulse-pounding action with Leon S. Kennedy This GFN Thursday also brings eight new games to the cloud, expanding the library with even more ways to play across genres. Mission Assigned First light, first mission. The mission begins before the legend. 007 First Light puts players in the shoes of James Bond at the dawn of his career, when instincts are sharp, rules are flexible and every decision shapes the agent he’s destined to become. This is a Bond who’s still earning his “00” — unpolished, dangerous and learning when to trust a plan and when to improvise under fire. A cinematic spy thriller unfolds with high-stakes infiltration, tense encounters and stylish set pieces. One moment brings thrills working undercover at an opulent event — the next, white‑knuckle chases and close‑quarters confrontations where timing and composure are everything. Approaches to each mission — quiet and calculated, bold and aggressive, or something in between — define Bond’s path and the allies and enemies that cross it. Stream it all with GeForce RTX 50 Series GPU power in the cloud, with up to 5K high dynamic range and cinematic-quality streaming for Ultimate members. Experience Bond’s origin story in razor-sharp detail across devices — no high-end PC required. Keep It Daring Tailored. Tactical. Dangerously sharp. Looks speak first. A new 007 First Light reward drops today on GeForce NOW, delivering Ultimate members a refined,  unmistakably bold way to step into the world of espionage. The Daring Elite Outfit blends calculated precision with effortless style — the kind that turns heads before the mission even begins. Sleek, confident and just a little dangerous, it’s built for agents who understand that presence is a part of the playbook. All rewards are available starting now through Saturday, June 27, or while supplies last. To claim, log in to a GeForce NOW account, head to the rewards section in the account portal and redeem. Keep It Heated Time to get heated. Armored battles get hero-driven in Wargaming’s free-to-play, player vs. player vehicle shooter, World of Tanks: HEAT, now streaming on GeForce NOW. World of Tanks: HEAT is the franchise’s first hero-driven tank action game, where powerful Agents and their experimental machines shape every fight. Fast-paced 5v5 and 10v10 matches erupt into high-velocity brawls as hero-enhanced tanks trade explosive bursts, clutch escapes and momentum-shifting abilities. Each Agent brings a unique tool kit and vehicle lineup, layering team roles and synergy on top of sharp aim and smart positioning. It’s classic steel-on-steel combat with a hero-shooter twist, now available in the cloud. The next match is always just a quick deployment away on GeForce NOW. Keep It Playing Community stories take the spotlight this week as an Ultimate member on Reddit shares a heartfelt note about what GeForce NOW means to daily gaming. In addition, members can look for the following: Romestead (New release on Steam, May 26) World of Tanks: HEAT (New release on Steam, May 26) 007 First Light (New release on Steam, Epic Games Store and Xbox, available on the Microsoft store, May 26) Starminer (New release on Steam, May 27) Resident Evil Requiem Demo (New release on Steam, May 27) Alchemy Factory (Steam) BeamNG.drive (Epic Games Store) Ostranauts (Steam) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. nvidia geforce now delivers such flawless performance, it is possible to exert dominance upon the squad ‘w/ absolute precision & @ ease' ♡ more about @nvidiagfn @ https://t.co/pFHAv1zXRS https://t.co/q67SOJNpbO #nvidiapartner #geforcenow pic.twitter.com/NsiK3FIX6v — airie (@airiesummer) May 22, 2026

Title: License to Stream: ‘007 First Light’ Coming to GeForce NOW With an Ultimate Bundle Date: Thu, 21 May 2026 13:00:22 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-007-first-light-ultimate-bundle/ The mission begins now. GeForce NOW is dialing up the action with a blockbuster mix of spy thrills, high-speed racing and member rewards — plus eight new games joining the cloud this week, all ready to stream instantly. Leading the drop: the 007 First Light Ultimate Membership Bundle, which brings a brand-new way to jump into one of the year’s biggest releases and discover James Bond’s reimagined origin story. Rev the engines — the Horizon Festival is calling. Forza Horizon 6 is now available on GeForce NOW — bringing the series’ signature open-world racing and festival energy directly to members, wherever they play. Stream a world built for speed, style and freedom instantly across devices, with no downloads required. Step Into the Cloud of Espionage A license to stream. A mission worth accepting arrives. Starting today through Wednesday, June 10, 007 First Light is included with the purchase of a 12-month GeForce NOW Ultimate membership. Lock it in before the game’s launch, and it’ll be ready to play the moment it goes live on Wednesday, May 27 — no preloads, no waiting, no mission briefings required. This is a new, original take of Bond’s story — before the tux fit perfectly and the martinis got specific. 007 First Light drops players into a sharp, cinematic origin story packed with globe-trotting espionage, close calls and choices that shape how the world’s most famous agent takes form. Expect stealth, spectacle and just enough chaos to keep things interesting. Stream it all with GeForce RTX 50 Series GPU power in the cloud, with up to 5K high dynamic range and cinematic-quality streaming for Ultimate members. It’s high-end PC gaming, minus the high-end PC. Redeeming the mission is simple: After purchase, get the game by going to the “Available to Redeem” section in the account portal, signing in to a Steam account and completing the redemption. The game is for members to keep — and ready to play across devices at launch with GeForce NOW. Welcome to the Festival Engines roar. Crowds surge. The road stretches endlessly forward. Forza Horizon 6 is the ultimate automotive playground — a shared world where racing, exploration and creativity come together. Every road, trail and skyline is designed to be driven, discovered and mastered. Take on a wide range of events, from high-speed street races to off-road expeditions, or drop into live activities happening across the world. Build a garage of iconic cars spanning decades of automotive history, each brought to life with incredible detail and customization. The Horizon Festival is more than competition — it’s a celebration of car culture and music. Seamless online features connect players across events and challenges, making every session feel alive and unpredictable. Powered by the cloud, GeForce NOW delivers the festival in stunning detail. Members experience ultrasmooth performance and vivid environments without needing to wait for installs or upgrading hardware. With technologies like NVIDIA DLSS enhancing performance and visual fidelity, every reflection, speed blur and finish-line sprint hits at full intensity. Community Spotlight Community-created content takes the spotlight this week, as GeForce NOW ambassador Cloud Gaming Battle sits down with Andrew Fear, GeForce NOW product manager director at NVIDIA, to dive into what makes the service tick. The conversation covers how GeForce NOW brings high-performance PC gaming from the cloud to a wide range of devices, giving a closer look at the tech, thinking and passion behind the platform. It’s a conversation that the GFN Reddit community is calling “genuinely inspirational.” In addition, members can look for the following: Forza Horizon 6 (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, May 19) Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core (New release on Steam, May 20) Luna Abyss (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, May 21) Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II (New release on Steam, May 21) ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies (New release on Steam, May 21) Splitgate Arena Reloaded (Xbox, Available on Game Pass) Sunderfolk (Epic Games Store) TerraTech Legion (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. Rev your engines — the Horizon Festival is calling. @ForzaHorizon 6 is now streaming on GeForce NOW – stream a world built for speed in the cloud today. pic.twitter.com/hJuKFT2GZp — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) May 19, 2026

Title: Sea You in the Cloud: ‘Subnautica 2’ Early Access Dives Onto GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 14 May 2026 13:00:08 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-subnautica-2/ Editor’s note: The Gaijin single sign-on feature is now up and running. Dive masks on — Subnautica 2 is making a splash on GeForce NOW day-and-date with launch, so members can plunge into the title’s brand-new alien ocean from almost any device. It leads 11 new games joining the cloud this week. A limited-time HITMAN World of Assassination reward event brings signature tools of the trade — equal parts precision and unpredictability. At the same time Le Chiffre from CASINO ROYALE, played by the legendary actor Mads Mikkelsen, returns to HITMAN World of Assassination. Play for free through May 25 and earn a unique reward for 007 First Light. Meanwhile, engines are already revving — the highly anticipated Forza Horizon 6 races onto the scene with early access, starting today for players who preordered the Premium Edition on Steam or purchased the Premium Upgrade Bundle for PC Game Pass. GeForce NOW members can jump in once early access becomes available on the service — no preinstalls or downloads needed.  It all highlights what GeForce NOW does best: turning PC gaming collections into play-anywhere experiences across devices, with no install, updates or the latest hardware required.                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Making Waves Explore the unknown with the cloud. Jump into a shared-world ocean frontier in Subnautica 2 — where survival, exploration and creativity rise to the surface together. Every reef, trench and stormy horizon is crafted to be swum through, studied and slowly tamed as players chart their own course beneath alien waves. Descend into a living seascape of dynamic ecosystems, mysterious ruins and creatures that range from curious to colossal. Take on story-driven missions, dive into resource-rich biomes and construct bases above and below the surface to turn hostile waters into a home. Whether playing solo or with a crew, the ocean stays vast and unpredictable. On GeForce NOW, every current, glow and shadow streams with crisp detail and fluid performance straight from the cloud. Members can plunge into the depths in moments, skipping downloads and hardware upgrades.  Keep It Classy Shaken, stirred and slightly unhinged. Suit up, agent — things are getting a little explosive. A new HITMAN World of Assassination reward event lands on GeForce NOW, giving members a stylish (and slightly unhinged) way to make an impression. Each item leans into HITMAN’s signature tone — equal parts precision, chaos and dark humor. Here’s what’s waiting: Free users: The Purple Streak Explosive Duck — a remote explosive disguised as an innocent rubber toy. Performance members: The Purple Streak Explosive Duck and the Bomb Dynamite, a classic TNT bundle built for loud, messy exits. Ultimate members: Full Ultimate Bundle — adds the Purple Streak Fiber Wire (a sleek, silent takedown tool) and the Purple Streak Swimwear Suit (a bold outfit that trades stealth for style) to the Purple Streak Explosive Duck and the Bomb Dynamite. Starting today, all members get access to the rewards, which will remain available through Sunday, June 14, first come, first served. To claim, log in to a GeForce NOW account, head to the rewards section in the account portal and redeem.  One mission, a handful of questionable tools and a clear message: Stealth is optional, style is not. Splashy New Games In addition, members can look for the following: Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes (New release on Steam, May 11) Outbound (New release on Steam, May 11) Directive 8020 (New release on Steam, May 12) Subnautica 2 (New release on Steam, Epic Games Store and Xbox, available on Game Pass, May 14) Blades of Fire (New release on Steam, May 14) Forza Horizon 6 (Early access on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, May 14) Disco Elysium (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure (Epic Games Store) Planet Coaster 2 (Epic Games Store) Sudden Strike 5 (Steam) Super Battle Golf (Steam) The Gaijin single sign-on feature is coming soon and is currently in development with Gaijin. Updates will be shared in a future GeForce NOW Thursday once the feature is live. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.   Which gaming genres do you play the most? — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) May 13, 2026  

Title: Linked and Loaded: Gaijin Single Sign-On Now Available on GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 07 May 2026 13:00:27 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-gaijin-sso/ Less typing, more tanking. Faster logins mean more time in the gaming action — and this week provides GeForce NOW members with a smoother path straight into the battlefield. Cloud gaming is all about instant access to titles across devices, and the latest GeForce NOW update removes another layer for members jumping into their Gaijin libraries from anywhere. With seven games joining the cloud this week, the action keeps growing — now backed by NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 performance for Ultimate members across nearly the full GeForce NOW library, spanning both Ready-to-Play and Install-to-Play titles. One Gaijin Login to Rule Them All Less typing, more tanking. Gaijin account linking is now cleared for takeoff on GeForce NOW, making it easier to jump straight into battle without extra logins. With Gaijin single sign-on, one quick sign-in connects a Gaijin.net account to the cloud, so supported titles are ready to launch with fewer clicks and no password juggling. Just head to the GeForce NOW app on PC or Mac, dive into the settings and log in under “Connections.” Once linked, supported Gaijin games on GeForce NOW — like the combined-arms chaos of War Thunder — are ready to stream without logging in each time. It’s the same library-first, platform-linking magic members already enjoy with Xbox, Ubisoft Connect and more, now extended to Gaijin so existing PC accounts work seamlessly across devices. Groovy New Games Groove or go down. Dead as Disco from Brain Jar Games drops players into a neon-soaked fever dream where every punch, dodge and takedown hits on the beat. This rhythm-infused brawler blends stylish combat with pulsing tracks, turning each fight into a dance floor showdown. Chain combos, stay in sync and keep the groove alive as the chaos escalates. Now available to stream on GeForce NOW, it’s all about timing, flair and fighting like the music never stops In addition, members can look for the following games, all ready to play on GeForce RTX 5080-power for Ultimate members: Dead as Disco (New release on Steam, May 5) HUNTDOWN: OVERTIME (New release on Steam, May 7) Nuclear Option (Steam) Sintopia (Steam) Kiln (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) Hotel Architect (Steam) PowerWash Simulator 2 (Xbox, available on Game Pass) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. What has been your most-played game so far this year? — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) May 5, 2026

Title: It’s Gonna Be May: 16 Games Hit the Cloud This Month, With More NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Power Date: Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:00:47 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-may-2026-games-list/ [Editor’s note] The blog has been updated to note that GeForce RTX 5080-power expansion also extends to the Install-to-Play library. It’s gonna be May — and the cloud’s in full festival mode.  16 games are joining GeForce NOW this month, including new AAA titles arriving on launch day from Steam, Xbox, PC Game Pass and GOG, so members can stream their PC libraries instantly across almost any device. Headline launches include the highly anticipated Forza Horizon 6 and 007 First Light, both ready to hit the cloud on day one. Meanwhile, the GeForce NOW Ultimate membership dials things up with expanded RTX 5080‑class performance across the cloud gaming library, bringing higher frame rates, richer visuals and more responsive gameplay to even more of the games members already love. Ultimate members now get priority access to RTX 5080‑class rigs, making it easier than ever to tap into next‑generation PC power from almost any device. GeForce NOW is also celebrating 30 years of Firaxis in style, with more of the studio’s classics coming as Install‑to‑Play titles for instant access — just in time for a Steam celebration sale on select Firaxis games supported in the cloud. And this week kicks things off with six new games dropping into the cloud, setting the stage for a May packed with new adventures. The Cloud Keeps Getting Bigger AAA titles are landing throughout the month on their launch dates. Members can pick them up from their favorite PC stores — Steam, Xbox, PC Game Pass and GOG — and stream their PC gaming libraries instantly on GeForce NOW without having to repurchase titles to play across devices. The highly anticipated titles hitting the cloud this month include:  Stream it on GeForce NOW. Forza Horizon 6 from Playground Games: The Horizon festival is back and bigger than ever. This is Horizon Japan — stretching from the iconic downtown streets of Tokyo City all the way to the snowy Japanese Alps — introducing the most dense and vertical map yet. A massive new open world, a stacked car roster and that legendary “one more race” energy are all heading to GeForce NOW on the title’s launch date. Members can pick it up on PC via Steam and Xbox, including Game Pass, then hit full throttle from the cloud on almost any device. 007 First Light from IO Interactive: The game brings a modern James Bond origin story to the cloud when it launches Wednesday, May 27, for PC, inviting members to step into the shadows as Bond begins his journey. Experience a mix of stealth and action built around a “breathing” gameplay loop with IOI’s cinematic, set piece-driven storytelling. Approach encounters through stealth, direct action or creative improvisation, with multiple viable paths to each objective that let players define Bond’s style. It’s ready on day one for players grabbing it on Steam, Xbox on PC or GOG. More Power GeForce NOW Ultimate is expanding what premium cloud gaming looks like. Starting today, Ultimate members can stream even more of their games on RTX 5080 virtual gaming rigs — bringing the power of the NVIDIA Blackwell RTX architecture to a wide range of titles. This update significantly broadens access to 5080 performance beyond the list of GeForce RTX 5080-optimized titles. Now, across nearly the entire GeForce NOW library, members can experience higher frame rates, richer visuals, and more responsive gameplay by default at up to 5K 120 frames per second or 360 fps at 1080p. With RTX 5080 in the cloud, Ultimate members unlock the same cutting-edge features available to GeForce RTX 50 Series GPU owners. That includes NVIDIA DLSS 4 technology for sharper image quality and higher performance, NVIDIA Reflex for reduced system latency and faster input response, and advanced ray tracing for more lifelike lighting and reflections.  With RTX 5080 powering the default Ultimate experience, GeForce NOW delivers next-generation performance to more games, extending the value of a GeForce NOW membership. See more details in the knowledgebase article. 30 Years of ‘One More Turn’ Happy 30th, O mighty Firaxis Games. GeForce NOW is celebrating three decades of Firaxis — the legendary studio behind Civilization and XCOM — with a growing lineup of some of the best strategy games on the cloud. Throughout May, GeForce NOW is rolling out a collection of classic Firaxis games, available as Install-to-Play titles for instant access. Expanding beyond Civilization V and Civilization VI and the series’ signature “one more turn” gameplay,  GeForce NOW will showcase the studio’s broader legacy.  Take to the stars in Sid Meier’s Civilization: Beyond Earth, lay tracks in Sid Meier’s Railroads!, defend the globe in XCOM 2, and command the skies in Ace Patrol and Ace Patrol: Pacific Skies. Add to that the anniversary celebration on Steam with discounts of up to 90% on games in the Firaxis catalog for a limited time. It’s the perfect time for members to build their Firaxis collection in the cloud. May-jor New Games One wrong turn from glory to graveyard. Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is the official prequel that returns to the roots of the genre-defining, critically acclaimed turn-based strategy series. Raise grand armies and wield devastating spells to overcome foes in solo and multiplayer, set against a grim, war-torn world of uneasy alliances and hard choices. Now available to stream on GeForce NOW, every decision shapes a path defined by power, strategy and hard-earned victories All roads lead to Rome. Some also lead directly into a volcano. Anno 117: PAX Romana is turning up the heat with its first downloadable content (DLC), Prophecies of Ash, dropping a massive new volcanic island into the heart of the Roman empire. Build a thriving city on Cinis, juggle new production chains like obsidian crafting and new items, and try to stay on the good side of Vulcan — a new deity to worship —  while a very active volcano looks in the background. Additionally, the DLC introduces a new resource a new trader, Ceacilia, and several new specialists. Available to stream on GeForce NOW, the DLC is ready to play without waiting on big downloads or patches — just jump in, claim the new land and see whether the empire can handle a little fire and brimstone. Check out what else is available this week: Global Rescue (New release on Steam, April 27) s&box (New release on Steam, April 28) Far Far West (New release on Steam, April 28) INDUSTRIA 2 (New release on Steam, April 29) Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, April 30) Bus Bound (New release on Steam, April 30) And look forward to the games coming throughout the month: Conan Exiles (New release on Steam and Epic Games Store, May 5) Dead as Disco (New release on Steam, May 5) HUNTDOWN: OVERTIME (New release on Steam, May 7) Outbound (New release on Steam, May 14) Starminer (New release on Steam, May 27) Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core (New release on Steam, May 18) Forza Horizon 6 (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, May 19) Luna Abyss (New release on Steam, May 21) ZERO PARADES (New release on Steam, May 21) 007 First Light (New release on Steam, Epic Games Store and Xbox, available on the Microsoft store, May 27) Hotel Architect (Steam) Kiln (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) Nuclear Option (Steam) Sintopia (Steam) Sudden Strike 5 (Steam) Super Battle Golf (Steam) Adding to April In addition to the 10 games announced last month, 11 more joined the GeForce NOW library: ‘83 (Steam) Crimson Desert (Xbox, available to play via Xbox Play Anywhere) DayZ (Xbox, available on Game Pass)  Diablo III (Ubisoft Connect) MapleStory M (Steam) Morbid Metal (Steam) PRAGMATA SKETCHBOOK – Demo (Steam) Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition (Steam and Ubisoft) Tides of Tomorrow (Steam) Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors (Xbox) Windrose (Steam) Outbound didn’t make it to the cloud this month due to its launch date being moved. Stay tuned to GFN Thursdays for the latest. What are you planning to play this weekend? 

Title: Hands-on report — Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:30:03 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/06/04/hands-on-report-ace-combat-8-wings-of-theve/ Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve begins with a losing war. After a lightning strike by the Republic of Sotoa, the armed forces of the Federation of Central Usea are struggling to survive — and as an FCU fighter pilot, you’re joining the remnants of a military that’s barely holding on. After playing through several of the campaign missions in Ace Combat 8, I got a sense of how developer Project Aces is telling its story of a desperate aircraft carrier crew trying to keep the battle going, and how you’ll rise to become a hotshot fighter ace, and a source of hope, for the embattled FCU. 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When you first arrive aboard the aircraft carrier Endurance, you’re introduced to the plan to keep the FCU going: a social media blitz focused on a legendary pilot known as the Wings of Theve, named for the FCU’s capital city. But in truth, the Wings is just Rex, an amiable but ordinary pilot whose job is to serve as a figurehead and whose exploits are greatly exaggerated. His true orders are to make an appearance in every engagement, and then run away and stay alive. You join Rex as his navigator, but things don’t go well during that first mission; you’re shot down by enemy aces, and Rex is killed. But after you’re rescued, to keep the lie alive, you’re tasked with taking on the “Rex” callsign and playing the role of the Wings of Theve. Ace Combat 8 conveys all this story through immersive, first-person cinematics that are a new choice for the series — one that Brand Manager Kazutoki Kono said was inspired by the team’s work on the PlayStation VR modes in Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown. The perspective adds a lot of emotional weight to Ace Combat 8, capturing the sense of struggle aboard the Endurance and the pressure of carrying the war’s morale on your back and commanding Joker Flight, Rex’s four-fighter team. Becoming a fighter ace Though your job as the Wings of Theve is initially just to stay alive, your presence and skills quickly change the tone for Joker Flight. When enemy fighters show up on your first mission, you quickly prove that the Wings of Theve can be more than just an inspiring ghost story. The Ace Combat series does a good job of keeping complex flight controls simple and easy to learn, so it doesn’t feel like you need flight sim-level knowledge to become a top gun. Fans of Ace Combat 7 will be right at home with Ace Combat 8, which maintains the experience from the 2019 game, but with some new bells and whistles thanks to the PS5 Dual Sense controller. Resistance in the haptic triggers adds intensity to accelerating with R2, decelerating with L2, and executing high-G turns by holding both, telegraphing through your hands how powerful your aircraft really is. Whether attacking other planes in the air or strafing targets on the ground, your goal is often to keep enemies in your sights long enough to lock on and fire missiles or special weapons with Circle or your machine gun with X. You can quickly swap lock-ons with Triangle to find new targets and swap weapons with Square. The controls are easy to pick up, but there’s complexity in flying your plane, and you’re going to need to build your skills to survive some of Ace Combat 8’s later sorties. Project Aces has very much avoided fixing anything that isn’t broken when it comes to gameplay, with battles feeling fast and chaotic as you dodge incoming missiles and try to line up your guns against enemy planes. With your comrades at your wing, you can also issue orders with the directional buttons, sending them to attack a specific target, allowing them to scatter and engage at will, calling them back to cover you, or telling them to switch to any special weapons you’ve equipped them with and go on the attack. At some points, you can also make story decisions about how the team will proceed. During one mission I played, you engage an enemy squadron filled with friends of Rex’s wingman, Professor. He asks you to avoid killing the pilots as you shoot them down, and you can choose whether to agree to that request. It doesn’t seem that your decisions will greatly alter how the story plays out, but Kono said choices like this, as well as how well you fare when you’re tasked with defending allied forces such as naval ships, can affect which characters survive into future missions and story beats. A series of desperate battles Ace Combat 8 shines in conveying the stakes of the war you’re fighting as your successes cause the legend of the Wings of Theve to grow — along with the hopes and expectations of your fellow soldiers. In one mission I previewed, the ragtag FCU forces work to take down a ridiculously huge, incredibly dangerous Land Battleship. The ship, which is basically a navy destroyer combined with a tank, is nearly indestructible, and the FCU plans to use trucks loaded with bombs to try to take out its treads. Your mission is first to protect the trucks, then attack the treads. Even on Ace Combat 8’s normal difficulty, the mission was tough — the Land Battleship is decked out with powerful rail guns, as well as anti-aircraft cannons and deployable drones. The fight takes place in a massive city center, so you not only have to dodge all sorts of incoming fire, but do your best not to crash into the buildings as well. The only hope to defeat the land battleship is for the FCU to demolish skyscrapers in the ship’s path, slowing it down and eventually trapping it. The mission really ratchets up the scale of the war and channels the emotions felt by the FCU’s forces. Radio chatter is nothing new to Ace Combat 8, but in all the missions I played, that chatter captures the chaotic and often desperate tone of the moment, as commanders, officers, soldiers on the ground, and your wingmen all fill the airwaves, issuing orders and reacting to what’s happening. As we arced around the land battleship, fighting interceptors and protecting the trucks, Ace Combat 8 not only used the chatter to convey critical mission info in the moment, it sold the story of frightened soldiers doing everything they can to stop an overwhelming force as they fought for their home. It’s that storytelling, coupled with fast-paced battles and memorable characters, that make grabbing the stick in Ace Combat 8 an exciting prospect. But you don’t have to take my word for it. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve hits PlayStation 5 on October 2.

Title: PlayStation Store: May 2026’s top downloads Date: Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:00:28 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/06/03/playstation-store-may-2026s-top-downloads/ It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts. In May, Mr. Bond did it again as 007 First Light topped the US and EU charts, while newcomer I Am Cat dominated the PS VR2 charts. Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month? PS5 Games US/CanadaEU007 First Light007 First LightLEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark KnightLEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark KnightNBA 2K26Grand Theft Auto VMLB The Show 26MinecraftGrand Theft Auto VNBA 2K26MinecraftForza Horizon 5Call of Duty: Black Ops 7Call of Duty: Black Ops 7Invincible VSCrimson DesertSarosMixtapeCrimson DesertSea of ThievesForza Horizon 5Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5Mortal Kombat 1Among UsEA Sports Madden NFL 26SarosMixtapeDirective 8020Ghost of YōteiResident Evil RequiemMortal Kombat 11Resident Evil 4Content WarningThe Witcher 3: Wild HuntPragmataStar Wars Jedi: SurvivorDirective 8020EA Sports FC 26Sea of ThievesDevil May Cry 5 Special Edition *Naming of products may differ between regions *Upgrades not included PS4 Games US/CanadaEUStar Wars Battlefront IIRed Dead Redemption 2Red Dead Redemption 2Star Wars Battlefront IIDevil May Cry HD CollectionDevil May Cry HD CollectionBatman: Arkham KnightGang BeastsGang BeastsBatman: Arkham KnightCall of Duty: Black Ops IIIA Way OutMortal Kombat XHouse FlipperMinecraftThe ForestDying LightMinecraftDevil May Cry 4Grand Theft Auto VThe ForestDying LightGrand Theft Auto VUnravel TwoA Way OutOvercooked 2Overcooked 2The Last of Us RemasteredResident Evil 6Devil May Cry 4Castle Crashers RemasteredGod of WarGod of WarAssassin’s Creed OriginsNBA 2K26DescendersFor HonorUncharted: The Nathan Drake CollectionResident Evil 5Need for Speed Heat *Naming of products may differ between regions PS VR2 Games* US/CanadaEUI Am CatI Am CatAlien: Rogue Incursion VRCreed: Rise to Glory – Championship EditionStar Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced EditionAlien: Rogue Incursion VRBeat SaberStar Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced EditionCreed: Rise to Glory – Championship EditionJob SimulatorJob SimulatorBeat SaberArizona Sunshine 2Horizon Call of the MountainAmong Us 3D: VRMoss II VRMoss VRArizona Sunshine 2Zero Caliber VRMetro Awakening *PlayStation Store purchases only. Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not included Free to Play (PS5 + PS4) US/CanadaEUFortniteFortniteRobloxNTE: Neverness to EvernessNTE: Neverness to EvernessRobloxCall of Duty: WarzoneRocket LeagueMarvel RivalsCall of Duty: WarzoneApex LegendseFootballTom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free AccessAsphalt LegendsRocket LeagueTom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free AccessAsphalt LegendsFall GuysFall GuysVALORANT

Title: (For Southeast Asia) Marvel’s Wolverine: new gameplay, story details from State of Play  Date: Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:58:28 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/06/02/20260603-marvel/ The wait is over! We have an all-new gameplay video for Marvel’s Wolverine, along with details about our gameplay, characters, and story from the recent State of Play. We’re also excited to announce you can pre-order Marvel’s Wolverine starting today.  But first, dive into our new trailer.  Play Video Setting the stage: our gameplay trailer  Let’s not mince words: Marvel’s Wolverine is a brutal, violent, and action-packed single-player adventure from our team at Insomniac Games, in collaboration with Marvel Games. It cuts deeper than claw combat alone, with an emotionally charged original story centered on a comic book icon: James “Logan” Howlett, aka Wolverine. To set up our Extended Gameplay Trailer, Logan is tailing a group of mutants that have been hunted and captured by the Reavers, a guns-for-hire cybernetic militia. The Reavers have plans to deliver the mutants to their client, Bolivar Trask – a billionaire industrialist driven by a fanatical belief in human superiority. We also introduce another major player in Logan’s journey: Jean Grey, a powerful telekinetic and emergent leader of the captured mutants. View and download image "Jean lifts her right arm in front and left hand up to the side of her face as a bright, purple aura illuminates her hands and eyes. She’s gearing up to use her telekinetic powers." Download “Jean lifts her right arm in front and left hand up to the side of her face as a bright, purple aura illuminates her hands and eyes. She’s gearing up to use her telekinetic powers.” close Close Download this image The situation is dire and help is limited. Mutants live in the shadows fearful of those hunting them, while the rest of society lives unaware of their existence. The only ones potentially capable of protecting their own is Team X, a last-stand mutant task force facing its darkest hour, which Logan rejoins after leaving three years prior. For the mutants, the fight for survival is theirs alone. View and download image "Wolverine angrily slashes his right arm, fist, and claws upward; he’s splitting a Trask grunt’s gun in half. Meanwhile, Jean fights a Reaver on top of a truck just off in the background using her telekinetic powers." Download “Wolverine angrily slashes his right arm, fist, and claws upward; he’s splitting a Trask grunt’s gun in half. Meanwhile, Jean fights a Reaver on top of a truck just off in the background using her telekinetic powers.” close Close Download this image A slice of the action  In his search for the mutants, Logan crosses paths with unsuspecting Reavers. They’re armed to the teeth with advanced technology, equipped with lethal weapons and cybernetic implants. They’re ready for a fight… but so is Wolverine. He can stalk enemies, ambush from above, or shred through them with fast, fluid, and brutal claw attacks.  Drawn in by a frantic plea for help, Logan and Jean are compelled to team up against Trask’s hired guns, and they prove to be more than capable. Logan can carve into foes with special combat moves called “Techniques” such as the Tornado Spin and Bull Rush. Meanwhile, Jean obliterates enemies with her powerful telekinetic abilities, which presents a few opportunities for Critical Strikes. These are devastating finishing moves that Wolverine can execute solo or with other characters; they’re takedown opportunities worth looking out for during a frenzied fight. Every successful attack, parry, and kill will build up Logan’s Rage. This allows for stronger attacks or activating his Healing Factor to survive grievous body damage. If Logan’s Rage is pushed too far, he can unleash Rage Tier 3: a stylized monochromatic explosion of savagery inspired by Marvel Comics’ Black, White, and Blood series.  The overwhelmed Reavers retreat. But Logan can take this fight to go. In one of many set pieces, Wolverine tears through the highway on a motorcycle where he can take out trucks, slash tires, and hurl enemies off the road. He also leaps to different vehicles fighting anything the Reavers throw at him, including powerful Brutes. Bloodied, battered, and on the brink of defeat? Wolverine can channel his rage and kick into Last Stand to activate his Healing Factor; he can live to fight another day and show everyone why he’s the best there is. View and download image "Wolverine lunges forward, claws at the ready, at a Reaver. Both are fighting on top of a truck. The rest of the Reaver convoy surrounds them in the background." Download “Wolverine lunges forward, claws at the ready, at a Reaver. Both are fighting on top of a truck. The rest of the Reaver convoy surrounds them in the background.” close Close Download this image Our accessibility  Additionally, we’re delighted to confirm that Marvel’s Wolverine will feature a comprehensive list of accessibility options at launch. It’s a longstanding part of our development process at Insomniac Games to create features that provide assistance for players with cognitive, visual, auditory, and motor disabilities. You can cut over to our Support website for a detailed list of features coming to Marvel’s Wolverine at launch here. September 15, 2026 is our date. Pre-order today*  Save the date. Marvel’s Wolverine arrives September 15, 2026, on PlayStation 5. You can pre-order now to secure access to these early unlock bonuses and PS Avatars via the PlayStation Store or at participating retailers**. In Thailand, pre-order for disc version will begin on June 4, 2026. Marvel’s Wolverine – Pre-order Bonuses Early Access Suit: Classic Brown Early Access Claws: Reflective Claws 1 Additional Technique Point 4 PS Avatars Unleash your full potential with the Digital Deluxe Edition (SGD 99.90 / MYR 399 / IDR 1,349,000 / THB 2,690 MSRP). This version includes exclusive suits, claws, and more technique points to get you started faster! To note, the suits and claws are purely cosmetic.  Marvel’s Wolverine – Digital Deluxe Edition  Marvel’s Wolverine Digital Game All Pre-Order Bonuses 5 Exclusive Suits Incredible Savage Age of Apocalypse Night Hunt New Leather 5 Exclusive Claws Smooth-Edged Claws Hollow Blade Claws Thick Claws Serrated Spine Claws Tapered Claws 3 Additional Technique Points Not only will you have a variety of looks to choose from, but you’ll also have an assortment of claws to unlock in Marvel’s Wolverine. You can gain access to them in the base game through standard progression, with exclusive items offered only through the Digital Deluxe Edition. But we’ll share more about our suits and claws at a later date. Speaking of which… View and download image "Sabretooth angrily snarls, showing his teeth. He has long blonde hair dangling off the side of his head; fire is behind him as embers fall in the foreground." Download “Sabretooth angrily snarls, showing his teeth. He has long blonde hair dangling off the side of his head; fire is behind him as embers fall in the foreground.” close Close Download this image ** Pre-order is also available for Standard Disc Edition (SGD 89.90 / MYR 299 / IDR 1,169,000 / THB 2,290 / PHP 4,099 / VND 1,799,000). Expect more soon We have several teases closing our trailer too, including more intense battles, suits, enemy factions, and characters…. was that Sabretooth!? There’s plenty left to share about Marvel’s Wolverine on our road to launch, so pre-order today and keep up with @InsomniacGames on social media for future updates. Fortunately, the wait won’t be long… Stay tuned! On behalf of Insomniac Games and our collaborators at PlayStation and Marvel Games… thanks for reading!

Title: State of Play June 2026: all announcements, trailers Date: Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:56:42 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/06/02/state-of-play-june-2026-all-announcements-trailers/ Today’s State of Play packed in over 60 minutes of updates, announcements, and reveals. It opened with a closer look at Marvel’s Wolverine and concluded with the reveal of God of War Laufey. Between those two heavyweights, a barrage of release dates, fresh looks, and surprises. The rest of your 2026 is looking stacked (and action packed!) with Control Resonant, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Silent Hill: Downfall amongst others all confirming launch dates for later this year. And 2027? Shaping up quite nicely as well.  As ever, you can rewatch the show in full below. After that, get the headlines for every game announced during its runtime, watch their full trailers, and discover more about these upcoming titles with deep dives into story, gameplay and more in a selection of dedicated PlayStation Blog articles, written by the games’ creators*.  Play Video Play Video Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve  Bandai Namco’s aerial combat sim takes flight on PS5 October 2 this year. It promises a thrilling campaign and new tactical maneuvers to tackle enemy aircraft and ground targets, as well as encounters against colossal continental transport aircraft and land-based ships. 30 different aircraft, including real-world fighters and fictional models, will be yours to pilot.  Find out more: Meet your squadron and get first details on the game’s different launch editions.  Play Video Bancho The Chef  Find the flavour of becoming a sushi master in Bancho The Chef, cooking sim meets global-trotting RPG in an all-new standalone prequel to Dave the Diver. Cook meals to customer satisfaction to raise restaurant reputations the world over, while learning techniques from each locale’s culinary master. Like the dishes he creates, Bancho isn’t confined to a single flavor of genre: fish, pet cats, take on cooking requests, and more.  Find out more: Mintrocket explains how it’s using PS5 DualSense controller features to make your cooking skills sizzle.  Play Video Control Resonant Control Resonant launches globally on PlayStation 5 September 24. To celebrate, Remedy shares a brand-new Story Trailer, offering a deeper look into a world no longer bound by rules we understand. A Manhattan warped by paranatural forces: its architecture impossible, its realities shifting, its streets stalked by monstrous entities. For Dylan to push deeper into the city, he must master both his evolving abilities and the raw power of his shapeshifting weapon, the Aberrant.  Find out more: The studio discusses how existential threats and complicated pasts collide, as well as the return of Jesse Faden. Play Video Dune Awakening Arrakis awaits. Dune: Awakening, the open world survival game set in one of science fiction’s most iconic universes, is coming to PlayStation 5 on September 22. This definitive version of the game features a brand new single-player mode, a new chapter in its cinematic storyline, and countless more additions, and improvements.  Play Video Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered Break out your calendar and get ready to slice a reminder mark on there. The modern day revival of both Dynasty Warriors 3 and Dynasty Warriors 3: Xtreme Legends roars onto PS5 later this year on October 1.  Play Video God of War Laufey Experience the next chapter of the legendary God of War franchise – for both new and returning fans. Death was supposed to be the end, but for Laufey (Faye), warrior and wife to Kratos, a new adventure is just beginning. To save the ones she loves, Faye must fight through the afterlife of the gods in a land overflowing with dangerous magic. God of War Laufey is coming to PlayStation 5. Find out more: First gameplay and story details of the next mainline chapter in Santa Monica Studio’s series, coming to PS5. Play Video Marathon Runners, Season 2 is live today, bringing a fresh start where everyone can explore what’s new and chart their path through the season together. Interested in joining them? Marathon’s Open Play Week runs June 2 to June 9, no PlayStation Plus membership required, opening Tau Ceti IV to newcomers and lets them get to grips with the sci-fi shooter’s taut-extraction gameplay and tense, high-stakes PvP and PvE battles.  Play Video MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls delivers numerous announcements in today’s show. Three new characters join the roster: powerful mutant Magneto, archenemy of Spider-Man Green Goblin, and the brutally aggressive and utterly merciless Carnage. Joining Doctor Doom they form the Knights of Doom, who’ll impact events in the game’s Episode Mode.  Find out more: The new characters’ movesets, stage reveal and more detailed by the studio. Play Video Marvel’s Wolverine Insomniac Games shares a brutal, violent, and action-packed look at its upcoming single-player adventure Marvel’s Wolverine. Alongside a closer look at Logan’s ferocious combat techniques, the studio gave us a glimpse at some of the characters who you’ll encounter as part of mutant task force Team X. That includes powerful telekinetic Jean Grey, who Logan teams up with for some devastating takedowns of the cybernetic, mutant-hunting Reavers.  Find out more: Get a closer look at aggressive combat techniques, character reveals, pre-order incentives and more with Insomniac Games in a new PS Blog article as we count down towards the game’s September 15 launch.  Play Video ILL First-person action horror ILL creeps into State of Play for a tantalising, terrifying taste of its grim story, unpredictable monsters, a visceral dismemberment system, and realistic physics, all intent to create an atmosphere of relentless terror. Strap in.  Play Video Kemuri Unseen is a Tokyo-based game studio led by Ikumi Nakamura, and today they unveiled their new project: stylish supernatural adventure Kemuri, which is coming to PS5 in 2027. In the chaotic world of Kemuri City, life and death coexist. Players will confront the paranormal as they explore a sprawling vertical city, traversing rooftops, back alleys, and hidden ruins alone or in online co-op with up to two other players, and form contacts with powerful yokai that’ll unlock new abilities and outfits.  Find out more: Unseen unpack the backstory of its new world, and how its paranormal apparel will work.  Play Video No Rest for the Wicked From Moon Studios, the award-winning creators of Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps, comes No Rest for the Wicked. This unique, visceral action-RPG is built for solo players and co-op squads alike, and is set in a hand-crafted world with Souls-like combat. The game hits PS5 this October and features 100+ hours of content, new powerful weapons, new bosses and enemies, new areas to explore, and a completely reimagined class system. Play Video Onimusha: Way of the Sword Onimusha: Way of the Sword launches September 25 on PS5… and a demo of the supernatural sword-fighting adventure is out today! The PS5 demo features around 30 minutes of the early story, and lets you get to grips with the game’s essential techniques such as Parry, Deflect, Issen, Oni Armament, absorbing souls, and more.  Find out more: Capcom breaks down the latest Story trailer and details the game’s different launch editions as pre-orders go live. Play Video Phantom Blade Zero The fast-paced action RPG left us breathless with its State of Play reveal, dropping in to announce that it’ll headline a dedicated State of Play later this summer, which will fully delve into the features, mechanics and story to arm you for its launch on PS5 October 29.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image PlayStation Plus Several new titles are PlayStation Plus-bound! Firstly, open-world survival game, Runescape: Dragonwilds is coming to PS5 in the future as a day one Game Catalog title, bringing with it a rich fantasy world that you can explore and enjoy alone or with friends.  PlayStation Plus Premium members can enjoy a trio of games over the coming months. Colorful action-rhythm tunes with Gitaroo Man, available later this month, Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy in July, and Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams in August**.  Play Video Rayman Legends Retold  Rayman Legends Retold is a 3D reimagining of the iconic multiplayer platformer, launching on PS5 October 1, bringing new content and narrative twists. Fully voiced characters, expanded soundtrack, new and improved gameplay, with a rich selection of returning levels, a mysterious new realm, and four new musical stages… and of course, up to four players in couch co-op. Find out more: Further details on the reimagining, as well as the different launch editions.  Play Video Silent Hill Townfall Silent Hill: Townfall has a release date: September 24. To mark the moment, the PS5 horror introduces a new character and gameplay trailer in State of Play. In it, we get introduced to Zoe, an inhabitant of St. Amelia who Simon initially connects with over his CRTV device, as well as a terrifying new creature that will stalk him in the darkness of the Otherworld.  Find out more: The game’s creators delve into its PS5 features, as well the different launch editions as pre-orders open.  Play Video Stuntman: Hollywood Speed, pressure, and spectacle collide as you take on iconic moments inspired by TV and movie racing greats as a stunt performer. Each film is split into episodes, and each episode is a unique level with its own vehicle, and specific gameplay twists. From one episode to the next, the environment, pace, objectives, and scenes all change. Every film feels completely fresh, and stylish, precise driving and confident stunt work are rewarded handsomely.  Find out more: Gameplay features and some of the fan-favorite rides you’ll get behind the wheel of are detailed by the game’s creator. Play Video The Lost Wild Survive an island teeming with dinosaurs in this intriguing modern day survival horror title from Great Ape Games, launching 2027 on PS5. Flight, not fight, is key, as each dinosaur has been designed as an animal, not a monster, existing within the world with their own instincts, behaviors, and drives, and you’re forced to navigate a food chain where you no longer sit at the top. Find out more: The studio, including those that worked on Creative Assembly’s Alien: Isolation, dig further into the emergent gameplay systems it’s developing to make every encounter memorable and unique.  Play Video Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis  Crystal Dynamics and co-developer Flying Wild Hog return to Lara’s roots in Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis sets foot on PS5 next February 12. To coincide with that release date announcement, Amazon Game Studios presented a whistle stop tour of highlights in the form of a new trailer, including gameplay segments from the iconic Peru Lost Valley, and the return of some familiar faces.   Find out more: Details on how the iconic locations and secrets are being rebuilt, as well as the game’s different launch editions.  Play Video Until Dawn 2 Today we announced an all-new PS5 sequel to the classic horror, developed by Firesprite Games. Until Dawn 2 is a standalone experience, featuring a brand new cast, a whole new world to explore, and gut-wrenching decisions that’ll shape your story. This time a crew of ghost hunters head to an abandoned tropical island for their TV network-funded debut episode. Intrigue and dangers await when it launches next year.  Find out more: The studio speak more about the story, the iconic butterfly effect and the return of the enigmatic Dr Hill, played once again by the fantastic Peter Stormare in a new PS Blog article.  *Release dates may vary by region and are subject to change. *PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup may differ by region. Please check PlayStation Store on release day for more information. 

Title: First look at God of War Laufey Date: Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:14:56 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/06/02/first-look-at-god-of-war-laufey/ We’re thrilled to finally share what the team at Santa Monica Studio has been working on, the next mainline entry to the God of War series: God of War Laufey!  Play Video Wishlist God of War Laufey here!  God of War Laufey  Death was supposed to be the end, but for Laufey (Faye), warrior and wife to Kratos, a new adventure is just beginning. Awakening unexpectedly in a strange land after her funeral, Faye discovers the plans she put in place to protect Kratos and Atreus are now at risk. To save the ones she loves, Faye must fight through the afterlife of the gods — the Everywhen — where ruthless gods from across mythology vie for power in a land overflowing with dangerous magic. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image God of War’s next chapter  Intimate, brutal combat.  Exploration of a rich, beautiful world.  Story at its heart.  Right from the start, we knew Laufey needed to contain all the core elements that define a God of War game.  Faye has always been a formidable warrior in our story. She and Kratos can both hit hard and take hits, so one of our top priorities throughout the development has been handcrafting a uniquely fresh feel for Faye’s gameplay that will also meet the high expectations fans have for the series. Combining the movement and fluidity of the Greek era with the Norse era’s approach to world-building and close ties with characters — we’ve crafted an experience that has given our team incredible opportunities to take exciting creative swings, while staying true to the pillars of the God of War series.  Interview with Game Director Ariel Lawrence  Santa Monica Studio’s Head of Creative Cory Barlog and God of War Laufey’s Game Director Ariel Lawrence sat down for an extended interview speaking about the reveal, how the idea of a Faye game first came to be, and the long-term creative vision for the franchise.  Watch the full interview with Ariel and Cory below! Play Video Introducing Faye  Faye has long been one of the impactful characters in God of War’s Norse saga. A legendary warrior and leader — her impact was left on the Nine Realms long before she ever met Kratos.  God of War Laufey brings Faye to the forefront — exploring the humanity, strengths, and flaws of the person whose legacy was beloved in the minds of many.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image To set the stage for Faye’s introduction, God of War Laufey’s Narrative Director and Lead Writer discuss what we know about her going into this journey and give a taste of what awaits her in the afterlife of the gods.  Play Video Afterlife of the Gods  Odin was haunted by the prophecy of his demise during the events of Ragnarök, obsessively pursuing knowledge of something beyond the afterlives of mortals.  In God of War Laufey, we explore the answer to that question: What happens to the gods when they die?   The Everywhen is the birthplace and endpoint to which all magic returns, a transcendent realm above those we’ve come to know. A location in which gods and creatures from different mythologies come together, and not always in harmonious coexistence. We’ve shown a brief look at two of the gods Faye will encounter in the Everywhen — Sekhmet and Begtse, both decidedly less than friendly towards a new face suddenly appearing in their midst. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Faye quickly discovers that despite the impossibility of awakening from death in a place that defies everything she thought she knew, it may prove even harder to leave while the natural flow of magic has been disrupted.  Paradise or prison — Faye will need to uncover hidden mysteries about the true nature of the Everywhen throughout her journey if she is to have any hope of finding her way home.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Adventuring party  Reprising her role as Faye after appearing in God of War Ragnarök, we’re thrilled to have the fantastic Deborah Ann Woll lead the cast of God of War Laufey.  Faye will not be venturing into the Everywhen alone, as she meets two companions shortly after she first wakes up.  Play Video Phranque, played by Jack Quaid, is a curious cosmic cube with an earnest disposition. He will do whatever it takes to protect his friends and the creatures of the Everywhen.  Rue, played by Perlina Lau, is the enchanted ribbon guardian tasked with keeping the devastatingly powerful sword in her care from falling into the wrong hands. Together they will embark on a journey deep into the Everywhen that will pit them against a fantastic cast of gods and creatures from across mythology, as well as beings native to the Everywhen itself.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Lethal agility  As the Golden Hand of the Jötnar, Faye has deep roots as a warrior and has proven equal to even the likes of Thor, one of the strongest gods in the Nine Realms.   From the beginning, we’ve built her combat to maximize lethality, power, and fluidity.  Building upon the strengths of the modern God of War combat system while injecting some old school, classic DNA of the Greek era — Laufey will feel fresh, yet familiar to fans of the series.  By allowing Faye to move easily between ground and air without halting the action, we’ve refined a hyper-responsiveness to her combat that we can’t wait for players to experience when they get their hands on the controller for the first time.  Her increased mobility adds a ton of offensive and defensive tools to turn battles against even the fiercest gods to her favor.  We’ve given you a taste of what Faye’s gameplay will look like at the start, and that’s just scratching the surface. There’s so much more we can’t wait to share further down the road — and plenty we’ll leave for fans to discover on their own!   Play Video Legendary sword for a legendary warrior  As the previous owner of the Leviathan Axe, Faye is no stranger to legendary weapons. Upon her arrival in the Everywhen, she earns the trust of the sword’s guardian Rue enough to use the blade in their fight to escape imprisonment.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Wielded in Faye’s expert hand, its full potential is unleashed.  Speed, control, and relentlessness define the tempo of Faye’s combat. Building and maintaining momentum from one attack to the next, across the ground or into the sky, she creates a relentless onslaught against her foes. Golden Hand of the Jötnar  The Giants of Jötunheim had access to powerful magic, so much so that even Odin viewed them as one of the greatest threats to his rule over the Nine Realms.  As the Golden Hand of the Jötnar, the most powerful protector of the Giants — Faye wielded fearsome powers, including the ability to manipulate souls.  After arriving in the afterlife of the gods, a place steeped in the oldest of magic, Faye’s own soul related abilities are greatly amplified.  In the Everywhen, Faye can strike her golden palm at a foe with such force it detaches their soul from their body. From there, Faye can attack the soul directly, knock it into other enemies, and more — opening up combos and creative uses that we hope players will have a lot of fun mastering.  Back for more!  As we get closer to release, we’ll be back to share more details about the afterlife of the gods.  On behalf of everyone at Santa Monica Studio and all our partners working on God of War Laufey, thank you so much for watching the announcement video. We appreciate all the support fans have shown this series over the last two decades and hope you enjoy what we’ve got coming next!  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Wishlist today  God of War Laufey is available for wishlisting today on the PlayStation Store. Coming soon to PlayStation 5!

Title: "We didn't have the content needed to do it justice at the time": Helldivers 2 is finally getting a roguelite system Arrowhead experimented with pre-launch Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:45:27 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/we-didnt-have-the-content-needed-to-do-it-justice-at-the-time-helldivers-2-is-finally-getting-a-roguelite-system-arrowhead-experimented-with-pre-launch Late last year, Helldivers 2 creative director Johan Pilestedt briefly teased on social media that Arrowhead had put together a prototype for a roguelite mode which would fundamentally change the shooter. Months on, the studio have properly pulled the cover off said system. It's dubbed Planet Warfronts and is coming as part of a raft of changes/additions to Helldivers 2's intergalactic perma-conflict. Read more

Title: Witcher devs' Project Hadar will make you feel all of the open-world emotions, a new job ad suggests, though sorry it still isn't a cosmic Japanese horror game Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:04:40 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/witcher-devs-project-hadar-will-make-you-feel-all-of-the-open-world-emotions-a-new-job-ad-suggests-though-sorry-it-still-isnt-a-cosmic-japanese-horror-game They might have proven they deal in secret extra DLC for decade-old RPGs this year, but for my money, Project Hadar remains the most mysterious game CD Projekt have in the works. It's always there in their financial reports alongside The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2, flaunting its sheer unknowableness. Its creators, meanwhile, have said precious little regarding what it looks like, aside from confirming that it's not one weirdly specific thing: a cosmic horror game set in feudal Japan. That's left the curious to scour the likes of job listings for various roles on Project Hadar. Previous ones have suggested it'll be a bit action RPG-ish and have melee combat. The latest, spotted by GamesRadar, paints it as being open-world and keen on making you cry. Read more

Title: Star Wars Zero Company release date leaks ahead of Summer Game Fest, and its XCOM-ish star warring isn't too far, far away Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:28:12 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/star-wars-zero-company-release-date-leaks-ahead-of-summer-game-fest-and-its-xcom-ish-star-warring-isnt-too-far-far-away The release date for Bit Reactor and Respawn's XCOM-coded strategy game Star Wars Zero Company has leaked ahead of the Summer Geoffs. Those in the mood to order a squad around in the midst of the Clone Wars before the summer's out are in luck, as Zero Company's only a couple of months away. Read more

Title: Bond rights holders Amazon MGM have "a great relationship" with 007 First Light devs IO Interactive, but say it's "still too early to discuss future projects" Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:33:09 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/007-first-light-sequels-will-be-helmed-by-mgm-and-theoretically-by-amazon-game-studios-as-the-corp-look-to-be-taking-more-direct-control-over-his-bondliness Update: An Amazon spokesperson provided the following statement to RPS on the company's plans for Bondulence going forwards: "Amazon MGM holds the rights to any future James Bond video games but it’s still too early to discuss future projects. We have a great relationship with IO Interactive and are proud of what we've accomplished together on 007 First Light. Our partners at IO will reveal more about 007 First Light in the near future and we’re looking forward to sharing what’s next." Original story follows: Read more

Title: "One discovers, one guides, and one strikes the final blow": Ikumi Nakamura's new yokai-hunting game Kemuri is turning co-op into a ritual, somehow Date: Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:39:44 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/one-discovers-one-guides-and-one-strikes-the-final-blow-ikumi-nakamuras-new-yokai-hunting-game-kemuri-is-turning-co-op-into-a-ritual-somehow Our chums at PlayStation have shared more about Kemuri, the giddy new third-person action game from a team lead by former Tango Gameworks developer and E3 2019 scene-stealer Ikumi Nakamura. In case you missed the 2023 announcement, it casts you as an athletic yokai hunter swooping and flipping around a "sprawling vertical city". The obvious reference point is Ghostwire: Tokyo, Nakamura's previous and more ponderous yokai-hunting project for Tango. She left the studio before that game's completion, but she appears to have brought a lot of the same inspirations to Kemuri. Here's a video. Read more