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Grand Theft Auto 6 could be one of the most expensive games ever in terms of its budget, and this kind of investment may only be sustainable for a small group of games, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick said in an interview.Speaking to Bloomberg, Zelnick giant investments only make sense for "massive blockbusters," and "that's super hard to do." Of course, GTA 6 is expected to be one of those games, but the industry overall is in for even tougher times ahead if production costs keep ramping up."We certainly can't deal with exponential growth--we probably can't even deal with linear growth--in production costs," he said. "So everyone puts pressure on everyone, ourselves included. But on balance, we want to make bigger hits, and we're prepared to take appropriate risks to do so."Continue Reading at GameSpot
“ARCADE IS DEAD,” developer Housemarque abruptly decreed in all caps on its blog shortly after Matterfall’s release in 2017.This candid manifesto explained how the team saw no future developing the arcadey games it had specialized in for over two decades and was moving onto different genres. Returnal was the result of this shift in focus, taking the aesthetics and chaos inherent to Housemarque’s house style and throwing it all into a roguelike third-person shooter. It was a cult hit that saw critical acclaim, but Saros, Returnal’s spiritual sequel, seems to rebuke that glorious foundation by shunning the very genre with which Housemarque had just found great success. By paring back its roguelike elements in an effort to broaden its appeal, Saros becomes a discordant game that seems ambivalent towards what came before it.Given its suite of levels that cycle in various threats, randomized weapons, resources, and perks, Saros is technically a roguelike, even if Housemarque talks around genre specifics. When speaking to Game Informer, art director Simone Silvestri said labels were "ephemeral" and it was “hard for [him] to categorize Saros” because Housemarque “didn't set out to be in a genre or defy a genre.” Creative director Gregory Louden was similarly elusive in that same interview, while admitting it had “rogue elements.”Continue Reading at GameSpot
After The Hobbit, Reality Fracture is the penultimate mainline set for 2026 before Star Trek drops in November. It's the culmination of what the in-universe story has been building to since Phyrexia: All Will Be One that sees longtime hero Jace Beleren take on a more villainous role. In a sort of What If? scenario, Jace creates the Echoverse, an alternate reality that sees iconic other characters, locations, and cards shift. This will be done through changing mechanics, but popular characters like Chandra will have their colors swapped to their opposite, like changing her from a red to a blue mage. Story details are still relatively mum, but fans can expect another big showdown among their favorite Planeswalkers when it's all said and done.Reality Fracture launches October 2, and the product lineup is available to preorder now. You can reserve the new Commander deck, Play booster box, and more. At the time of writing, you can reserve these cards at Amazon and Best Buy. But this isn't the only batch of new cards getting an October release. On that same date, five preconstructed Foundations Commander decks will also become available. There's a deck for one of each of the five colors of mana and they're designed to be very beginner friendly. These are available to preorder at Amazon for $30 each.I've broken each product available below, including the Foundations Commander decks. Play Booster Box (30 Packs) $164.70 | Releases October 2Cracking packs is the quintessential way to expand your Magic card collection. With a Play Booster box, you'll get 30 packs. So you can just rip them all on your own or host a draft night or two with friends to get some good mileage out of them. Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Reality Fracture Bundle (9 Packs)$58 | Releases October 2 Bundles are similar to booster boxes in that they're a great way to pad your collection of cardboard. Since they're smaller, they also make great gifts for anyone trying to get into Magic for the first time. Here's what's included: 9 Play Boosters1 Traditional Foil Alternate Art Card30 Basic Lands (15 Foil, 15 Nonfoil)1 Spindown Life Counter1 Card Storage Box2 Reference Cards Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Multiverse Reforged Commander Deck$50 | Releases October 2So far, Multiverse Reforged is the only preconstructed Commander deck available with Reality Fracture. That isn't unusual, especially this version of Jace is four colors, so there's sure to be plenty of card variety. Inside the box is: 100-Card Ready to Play Commander Deck 2 Borderless Art Mythic Legendary Creatures18 Never-Before-Seen Commander Cards1 Deck Box10 Double-Sided Tokens1 Strategy Guide1 Reference card Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Draft Night Kit (13 Packs)$90 | Releases October 2If you're a big fan of Limited formats like booster draft but are short on time or a busy parent, the Draft Night kit is for you. These are designed for the Pick-Two Draft format, which doesn't take nearly as long to play as a traditional draft. You get everything you'll need for a 4-player pod, which includes: 12 Play Booster Packs1 Collector Booster Pack90 Basic Lands10 Double-Sided Tokens Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Calling All Angels Foundations Commander Deck$30 | Releases October 2Magic Foundations has always been the perfect way to introduce new and inexperienced players to the game. With the new collection of Foundations Commander decks, each of which represent one of the colors of mana in Magic, Commander-hopefuls now join the fray. Calling All Angels is a white mana-themed Angel deck that hits hard with Giada at the helm. In the box are:100-Card Ready to Play Commander Deck1 Mythic Rare Legendary Creature in Traditional Foil10 Double-Side Tokens1 Deck Box1 Strategy Guide1 Reference Card Preorder at Amazon Keen Engineering Foundations Commander Deck$30 | Releases October 2Keen Engineering is a mono-blue deck that focuses on artifact cards, featuring Sai as the Commander. As with any blue deck, you can expect to draw a ton of extra cards and use synergistic artifacts to forge a path to victory. You'll get:100-Card Ready to Play Commander Deck1 Mythic Rare Legendary Creature in Traditional Foil10 Double-Side Tokens1 Deck Box1 Strategy Guide1 Reference Card Preorder at Amazon Wretched Ranks Foundations Commander Deck$30 | October 2The black Commander deck sees the iconic Ghoulcaller Gisa summon her horde of the undead. This is the Foundations deck I'm most interested in, but if you like reanimating corpses and playing from the graveyard, this might be for you too. Like the other decks, you'll receive:100-Card Ready to Play Commander Deck1 Mythic Rare Legendary Creature in Traditional Foil10 Double-Side Tokens1 Deck Box1 Strategy Guide1 Reference Card Preorder at Amazon Reign of Dragons Foundations Commander Deck$30 | Releases October 2Dragons have been played a pivotal role in Magic's lore and history for decades, and the Reign of Dragons mono-red deck aims to capture that same feeling. With the gold-obsessed Lathliss leading the charge, red players can expect a hyper-aggro strategy right out of the box. Inside is: 100-Card Ready to Play Commander Deck1 Mythic Rare Legendary Creature in Traditional Foil10 Double-Side Tokens1 Deck Box1 Strategy Guide1 Reference Card Preorder at Amazon Tramplesaurus Rex Foundations Commander Deck$30 | Releases October 2Dinosaurs as a creature type finally got mainline support with Ixalan, and since then have been a staple green creature type. Ghalta is easily one of the more popular Legendary Dinosaur cards, and as the deck's namesake implies you'll be taking out opponents in no time. As always, here's what's in the box: 100-Card Ready to Play Commander Deck1 Mythic Rare Legendary Creature in Traditional Foil10 Double-Side Tokens1 Deck Box1 Strategy Guide1 Reference Card Preorder at Amazon Foundations Commander Deck Bundle$150 | Releases October 2 If you're a Commander aficionado and love collecting every preconstructed Commander deck, Amazon is offering a five-deck bundle with all five Foundations Commander decks includes. You'll get one each of:Calling All AngelsKeen EngineeringWretched RanksReign of DragonsTramplesaurus Rex Preorder at Amazon
The year has gotten off to a flying start, and looking ahead, there are many highly anticipated games coming in 2026. How well will they score when they arrive? That remains to be seen, but, as in previous years, we'll keep track of all the games that hit a review score of at least 8 and list them below. That doesn't mean that games that fall below that threshold aren't worth your time, as they can still entertain you for hours on end if you can overlook some of their flaws.We'll also be keeping track of those titles below, but for now, the focus here is on must-play games. 2025's best games included Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Silent Hill F, alongside entries from smaller studios like The Seance of Blake Manor, Dispatch, and Blue Prince.As a reminder, GameSpot does standard game reviews, reviews in progress, and we'll sometimes publish updated reviews of ongoing games if there have been major changes to them. Most of our reviews are also adapted for video, so if you'd like to hear the soothing voices of our producers tell you exactly why a game is worth your time, you can hit up our YouTube page.To keep things simple, we'll be listing the games below alphabetically, based on their scores. Cairn -- 9Cairn represents a new peak for mountain-climbing games, as it fuses a vivid sense of wonder with a feeling of true peril. It's you against the world as you guide the protagonist Aava up steep cliffs and search for that one handhold that won't spell certain doom when you shift your weight. With equilibrium being a key component of the experience, Cairn also knows exactly when to let players breathe, offering moments of quiet reflection as a counterbalance to when you hit a metaphorical--and literal--wall on your ascent.Read our Cairn review, and watch the video review here. Available for PC and PS5. See on Steam Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred -- 9Diablo expansions are a big deal, as these add-ons have given rise to some of the best moments in the franchise. Lord of Hatred can proudly stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Lord of Destruction and Reaper of Souls, as it brings fantastic quality-of-life improvements, two new classes that make you feel like a powerhouse, and a thrilling narrative to the table. Diablo 4's Hatred Saga comes to a satisfying conclusion, while the new Warlock and Paladin classes offer explosive fun honed by major changes to the core gameplay.Read our Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred review. Available for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. See on Steam Esoteric Ebb -- 9What happens when you combine a tabletop Dungeons & Dragons session with Disco Elysium? You get Esoteric Ebb, a charming fantasy game where sweat-inducing die rolls govern your fate. Set in an original fantasy world that's brimming with personality, Esoteric Ebb is charming and surprisingly hilarious, as you don the chainmail of an idiot with a talent for magic: all that and a killer soundtrack.Read our Esoteric Ebb review. Available for PC. See on Steam Marathon -- 9Marathon is admittedly a lot to take in the first time you boot it up, but stick with it, and you'll find an extraction shooter that captures the highs and lows of the genre. Its art direction is a visual feast, the gunplay packs a punch, and there's a surprising amount of depth in each 20-minute excursion to Tau Ceti IV. How Marathon will shape up over the long term remains to be seen, but Bungie has delivered an exciting game with strong fundamentals, rich lore, and tactical gameplay that could get even better in time with post-launch DLC drops.Read our Marathon review. Available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Marathon Standard Edition $35.49 (was $40) | Releases March 5 Preorder at Fanatical Preorder on the PlayStation Store Preorder on the Xbox Store Marathon Deluxe Edition $51.59 (was $60) | Releases March 5 Preorder at Fanatical Preorder on the PlayStation Store Preorder on the Xbox Store Mewgenics -- 9All the joy of breeding an army of cats with none of the real-life responsibility of spending a fortune on food and kitty litter, Mewgenics is a challenging experience with unparalleled depth. The Binding of Isaac and The End is Nigh developers Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel have delivered a complex game, balancing the joy of managing an ever-growing collection of cats with the nail-biting "just one more run" energy you'd expect from the best roguelites.Read our Mewgenics review. Available for PC. See on Steam Mixtape -- 9This year is going to go down as one of the best for video games with a music bend, thanks in part to standout titles like Mixtape. A sincere look at the horrors of growing up from Australian developers Beethoven & Dinosaur, Mixtape also features one of the best soundtracks of the year so far. Music and memories collide in grand fashion, and the end result is a heartfelt coming-of-age story.Read our Mixtape review. Available for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2. See on Fanatical Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection -- 9Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection proves just how good a spin-off from a mainline series of games can be, as this charming threequel checks multiple boxes for a great gaming experience. A compelling story, a colorful cast of characters, and a flashy combat system all add up to build an all-time classic Monster Hunter game, successfully standing tall next to several of the best games in the main Monster Hunter franchise.Read our Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection review. Available for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection $70 | Releases March 13, 2026 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at GameStop Nioh 3 -- 9Team Ninja's souls-like Nioh games have established themselves as fast-paced and punishing adventures. Nioh 3 doesn't stray from that established formula, but it does add compelling new additions and refinements that sharpen the experience. With the introduction of "open-field" design that adds more exploration and discovery to the mix, quality-of-life enhancements, and rock-solid combat, Nioh 3 is the best game in the series to date and Team Ninja at its best.Read our Nioh 3 review. Available for PC and PS5. Nioh 3 Steelbook Launch Edition $70 | Releases February 6, 2026 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Nioh 3 standard edition $70 | Releases February 6, 2026 Preorder at Best Buy Pokemon Pokopia -- 9The idea of a Pokemon-themed cozy life sim sounds like an interesting idea for a spin-off, and it's one that has been expertly realized in Pokemon Pokopia. A well-executed combination of the design sensibilities of Animal Crossing and Dragon Quest Builders--with some Viva Piñata inspiration for good measure--Pokemon Pokopia is an elegant celebration of the Pokemon franchise's 30th anniversary.Read our Pokemon Pokopia review. Available for Switch 2. Pokemon Pokopia (Game Key-Card) $70 See at Amazon See at Walmart See at Best Buy See at Nintendo Store See at GameStop Pragmata -- 9One of 2026's contenders for game of the year, Pragmata is a refreshingly original IP in an ocean of sequels and remakes. It's no one-trick pony, as the constantly evolving hacking minigames, challenging gameplay that only escalates the more you play, and the heartfelt story make for a standout experience on PC and console.Read our Pragmata review. Available for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Pragmata $60 | Releases April 24, 2026 Preorder at Amazon Pragmata (PC) Save 17% on the PC version Pragmata Standard Edition Pragmata Digital Deluxe Edition Saros -- 9Housemarque knows a thing or two about roguelite bullet-hell adventures that keep you glued to the screen, and Saros builds on Returnal's foundation to deliver a rollercoaster of fun and challenge. While it's not as unforgiving as Returnal, prepare to die and try (try!) again as you master the exquisitely aggressive gameplay of Saros. The game successfully flips Housemarque's roguelite formula on its head, and the result is an intoxicating rush of power when the stars align.Read our Saros review. Available for PS5. Saros standard edition $70 | Releases April 30, 2026 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Walmart Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStop Big Hops -- 8What happens when Super Mario meets The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild? You get Big Hops, one of the first great games of 2026. A 3D platformer with plenty of charm and heart, Big Hops keeps things simple and polished as it confidently hops into vibrant worlds. That makes it an approachable game for all ages, and with its well-executed gameplay, it's a constantly satisfying adventure.Read our Big Hops review. Available for PC, PS5, and Switch. See on Steam Mario Tennis Fever -- 8Mario has developed into quite the sportsman over the years, and Mario Tennis Fever might just be his best athletic adventure yet. While the core mechanics of Mario Tennis remain largely unchanged, it's the fun and flexible Fever Rackets that serve up some great content and add a layer of unpredictability to every match. Alongside the enjoyable Adventure Mode, challenges, and special game types, Mario Tennis Fever is a grand slam winner for Switch 2 owners.Read our Mario Tennis Fever review. Available for Switch 2. Mario Tennis Fever for Nintendo Switch 2 $69 | Releases February 12 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Walmart Preorder at Target Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStop Mouse: P.I. For Hire -- 8With a game like Mouse: P.I. For Hire, looks do matter--and those looks are an exquisite throwback to the rubber hose aesthetic of classic cartoons wrapped up in a film noir aesthetic. Not just a visually engaging adventure, Mouse: P.I. For Hire also flexes some beefy gameplay muscles with kinetic gunplay and weapons that deliver some gloriously silly slapstick violence.Read our Mouse: P.I. For Hire review. Available for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch 2, and Switch. Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf -- 8Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf sticks to the winning formula of the first game, giving players a beautiful world to explore and savor, thanks to its strong art direction and fantastic soundtrack. While it takes a while for the story to truly get going, the second half of this adventure is a bold and stunning collection of fascinating puzzles and platforming, all built around a central mystery that keeps you hooked to your screen.Read our Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf review. Available for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch 2, and Switch. See on Steam Reanimal -- 8Critics of the Little Nightmares co-op horror game series say that the terror of the original game has been somewhat muted in its sequels, and if you feel the same way, then you'll want to check out Reanimal. It more than lives up to the legacy of Little Nightmares, as this spiritual successor surpasses it with a game design that makes exploring a haunting and unsettling world quite enjoyable, especially with a co-op partner in tow. While its puzzles aren't too challenging, it's the unsettling imagery that leaves a lasting impression as you guide siblings through a nightmarish world and toward freedom.Read our Reanimal review. Available for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Reanimal Standard Edition $40 | Release Date TBA Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStop Reanimal Deluxe Edition $60 | Release Date TBA Preorder at Amazon Reanimal Collector's Edition $200 | Release Date TBA Preorder at Amazon Resident Evil Requiem -- 8Imagine Resident Evil's greatest hits bundled into one delightfully macabre package, and you've got Resident Evil Requiem. A highlight reel of the heart-pounding horror and action that has defined the series for 30 years, Requiem refines the formula behind the games and polishes it with small but thoughtful gameplay additions to create a gorgeously gruesome experience.Read our Resident Evil Requiem review. Available for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Resident Evil Requiem $70 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at Walmart Preorder at GameStop Resident Evil Requiem Deluxe Steelbook Edition $90 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at Walmart Preorder at GameStop Amazon-Exclusive Switch 2 Edition (Game Key-Card) $70 Preorder at Amazon Resident Evil Generation Pack for Switch 2 $90 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at Walmart Preorder at GameStop Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller - Resident Evil Requiem $100 Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStop Preorder at Nintendo Vampire Crawlers -- 8Roguelike deckbuilders feel like an oversaturated genre these days, but Vampire Survivors developer Poncle puts a fresh spin on the genre with a spin-off game that's hard to put down. Capturing all the magic of its breakout hit bullet-heaven game and reimagining it as an approachable deckbuilder that gets better with each run, don't be too surprised if the "just one more turn" energy of Vampire Crawlers keeps you awake way past your bedtime.Read our Vampire Crawlers review. Available for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch. See on Steam World of Warcraft: MidnightMidnight is the 11th expansion for World of Warcraft, and it continues to make major foundational changes to Blizzard's legendary MMO. With enough content to cater to both veteran players and newcomers, Midnight builds on that momentum with challenging endgame activities, welcome overhauls to the user interface, and a robust housing system that gives you the opportunity to turn a slice of Zeroth into a dream home.Read our World of Warcraft: Midnight review. Available for PC. See on Amazon WWE 2K26 -- 8WWE 2K26 doesn't offer many changes to the bread-and-butter gameplay of previous releases, but this year's entry in the sports entertainment series does address a long list of issues. The focus on quality-of-life improvements makes each match feel more fun than ever before, thanks to the added layers of polish, while new match types, a story mode focused on CM Punk, and an overhauled Island mode put WWE 2K26 in the main event spotlight.Read our WWE 2K26 review. Available for PC, PS5, and Switch 2. See at Amazon Every other GameSpot review in 2026Not every game released this year is a winner, but that doesn't mean that they're not worth playing. If you can overlook some of their issues, you might find yourself pleasantly surprised, and we'll be running a list of the games that didn't make the cut above. These will be arranged in alphabetical order so that you can quickly find what you're looking for.Code Vein 2 -- 6Crimson Desert -- 7Crisol: Theater of Idols -- 6Darwin's Paradox -- 7Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined -- 7God of War: Sons of Sparta -- 5High on Life 2 -- 7Highguard -- 6Hytale (Early Access) -- 6Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered -- 7People of Note -- 7Pokemon Champions -- 7Romeo is a Dead Man -- 5Scott Pilgrim EX -- 7Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup In Bellabel Park -- 7Tides of Tomorrow -- 7Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties -- 6
Season 3 of Battlefield 6 and Redsec arrives on May 12, and Battlefield Studios has released the patch notes ahead of the big update. In addition to the new content, this season's update includes a variety of improvements to the game's netcode, vehicles, gadgets, gameplay, and more.Content-wise, players can expect a brand-new battle pass, three new guns, and a reimagining of Battlefield 4's popular Golmud Railway map, which will serve as the Battlefield 6's largest map to date. Redsec also receives a competitive Ranked mode for battle royale, allowing players to compete for rank, leaderboard status, and unique cosmetic rewards.The Season 3 patch notes reveal several improvements designed to give Battlefield 6 a more polished feel. One notable change is a broad balance and handling pass for all vehicles. This includes better tracked-vehicle mobility, improved repair behavior, and updated damage and regeneration system for tanks. It also corrects an issue where a rider would previously be kicked off the dirt bike when doing a flip, so players can now go back to doing tricks mid-battle.Continue Reading at GameSpot
David Menkin (Hugh Williams from Pragmata) and Nick Apostolides (Leon Kennedy from Resident Evil) team up to play Pragmata in co-op! David controls Diana and Nick controls Hugh as the two try to clear one of Pragmata's toughest challenges.
In the wake of Saudi Arabia's leveraged buyout of Electronic Arts for $55 billion, gamers upset by the takeover are planning to protest the publisher's Redwood, California, headquarters on May 11 in cosplay.A movement known as the Players Alliance HQ has announced its intent to "raid" EA's headquarters on May 11 at 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET. The goal is to denounce Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) buyout of the publisher, with cosplaying gamers planning to unravel a 50-foot scroll of over 70,000 petition signatures on the Madden football field at the center of the campus. There appears to be a whole performance involved in the protest as well, with gamers dressing in suits and top hats portraying the "corporate villains" behind the deal. Further, a giant health bar prop will slowly deplete as supporters digitally engage with the protest, and a loot-box demonstration will reveal a range of prizes like mass layoffs, studio closures, and aggressive monetization.According to the press release, Players Alliance HQ fears that, should the $55 billion deal go through (which would saddle EA with $20 billion in debt), the company could face pressure to cut jobs, replace employees with AI, and institute price hikes to recoup the losses of the buyout.Continue Reading at GameSpot
Want to know when the next Genshin Impact update is? Sticking with a regular six-week schedule, we rarely need to wait for the next livestream to know when a new version is releasing. Livestreams give us more than just a release date though, as they're also a great source of official banner and event information.Each new update for Genshin Impact brings new banners to pull on, events to take part in, and there's usually a main storyline or character quest to sink hours of our time into as well. Not to mention all the updates we get for Miliastra Wonderland, Genius Invokation TCG, and more. The current update is version 6.5 (Luna VI), the next will be version 6.6 (Luna VII), and this page explains everything we know about both the current and next updates in Genshin Impact.Table of Contents [hide]When is the next Genshin Impact update?When is the next Genshin Impact update?The next Genshin Impact update is on Wednesday, May 20. This is the version 6.6 (Luna VII) update that introduces new characters Nicole, Lohen, and Prune. Next up, it's all but confirmed that version 6.7 will release on Wednesday, July 1, as we know the release date of Snezhnaya (August 12) and Genshin is very consistent with updating every six weeks. For official confirmation, though, we'll just have to wait until the version 6.7 livestream.Continue Reading at GameSpot
Want to know when the next Genshin Impact update is? Sticking with a regular six-week schedule, we rarely need to wait for the next livestream to know when a new version is releasing. Livestreams give us more than just a release date though, as they're also a great source of official banner and event information. Each new update for Genshin Impact brings new banners to pull on, events to take part in, and there's usually a main storyline or character quest to sink hours of our time into as well. Not to mention all the updates we get for Miliastra Wonderland, Genius Invokation TCG, and more. The current update is version 6.6 (Luna VII), the next will be version 6.7 (Luna VIII), and this page explains everything we know about both the current and next updates in Genshin Impact. In This Article When is the next Genshin Impact update?When is the next Genshin Impact livestream?When is Snezhnaya releasing?Genshin Impact 6.6 bannersGenshin Impact 6.6 eventsPhantasmal PalsTrials of the Brave WarriorKaleidoscopic Color ChaseWhat is new in version 6.6?Miliastra Wonderland When is the next Genshin Impact update? The next Genshin Impact update will be on Wednesday, July 1 if it sticks with the usual six-week update schedule. This will be version 6.7 (Luna VIII). Although this date is technically guesswork for now, it's highly likely Genshin will update on this day, as not much gets in the way of its regular updates. However, for official confirmation, we'll just have to wait until the version 6.7 livestream. When is the next Genshin Impact livestream? The next Genshin Impact livestream will be on Friday, June 19 if the usual six-week schedule is maintained. This will be the livestream detailing all of the banners and events for version 6.7 (Luna VIII). Although it's likely Genshin will stick to this date (especially because we know when Snezhnaya releases), livestreams are more prone to delays than proper updates, with things like national Chinese holidays or sensitive dates pushing the stream back to Sundays, or even the next Friday in some cases. We should officially know by Tuesday, June 15 what date and time the version 6.7 livestream will air at. When is Snezhnaya releasing? The region of Snezhnaya and version 7.0 will be released on Wednesday, August 12. This was confirmed in a behind the scenes video of Snezhnaya, which also showed off a bit of the region's snowy terrain, and Aether looking very serious in a new outfit (plus a gun, for some reason) inside a train. Genshin Impact 6.6 banners In Phase 1 of version 6.6, the Genshin Impact banners are Nicole and Durin, running from May 20 to June 9. Prune is a new four-star boosted on both banners, and all of the four-star characters across Nicole and Durin's banners are: Fischl Prune Razor Then in Phase 2 of version 6.6, the Genshin Impact banners are Lohen and Mavuika, running from June 9 to June 30, if sticking to Genshin's reliable three-week banner Phase rule. The four-star characters on both their banners will be revealed closer to the start of their runtime. Genshin Impact 6.6 events The overarching event To Temper Thyself and Journey Far is being extended to include Tempered in Practice mode, with new weekly goals rewarding items like Primogems upon completion. Plus, there are three regular events in version 6.6 of Genshin Impact. Phantasmal Pals This is the main, voiced event of version 6.6, and apart from its overarching story starring Klee and her adorable "Little Hexenzirkel" group (Prune, Qiqi, and Sayu), there are three types of mini-games to take part in: Klee's training - fling Klee's signature Jumpy Dumpties at Dodocos, so they can catch them. Don't worry, these are of the non-explosive kind, which I'm sure Klee is super bummed about. Qiqi and Yaoyao's training - The first is a 2D side-scrolling platformer, and the second is basically Genshin's version of Temple Run. Prune's training - A standard combat event. More points = better rewards. As well as the usual rewards like Primogems and Crowns of Insight, Phantasmal Pals rewards a new weapon skin for taking part: Super Awesome Magic Key. The event runs from May 22 to June 8. Trials of the Brave Warrior A pretty standard combat event set in the Nasha Town area of Nod-Krai. It plays like a mini version of the Spiral Abyss endgame mode. Runs from June 8 to June 18. Kaleidoscopic Color Chase A multiplayer mini-game where you have to push balls into your own color-coded zone. If you've ever played Fall Guys, this event might seem very familiar to you. Runs from June 18 to June 29. What is new in version 6.6? The Genshin Impact 6.6 update includes: New Archon Quest (back in Sumeru!) Lohen's first Story Quest (extra rewards for completing in version 6.6) Witch's Lodge added with a new treasure chest every week (Beyond Silver and Fine Gold mode) New boss (Exalted Master of the Heretical Past) Two new Artifact sets (Celestial Gift and Disenchantment in Deep Shadow) New TCG cards added, including Flins and Lauma, and Experimental Field Generator Envisaged Echoes challenges and rewards for Navia and Wanderer New albums and themes for Repertoire of Myriad Melodies From Luna VII onwards, Archon Quests now include notifications when they auto-save Guiding Notes on the quest menu to recap past adventures Can also open relevant Guiding Notes in dialogue scenes Miliastra Wonderland Here's what version 6.6 added to Miliastra Wonderland in Genshin Impact: New outfits A new lobby design New Raiment Collection event with outfit and Prismatic Crystal rewards Miliastra Gifts event Starlight Voyage event Sporting event Manekins can now pose if you bring them to Teyvat Ability to randomize between saved outfit configurations each time you enter a Wonderland stage Improvements to the mini-map editor (upload custom maps, and new UI controls) New set of scenery assets and water-related objects Can now edit the color of water 18 Games Like Genshin Impact To Lose Yourself In For 2025 View Images
A Nintendo legend is about to call it a day, as veteran game designer and director Takashi Tezuka will leave the company later this year. Nintendo noted in its investor briefing today that the 65-year-old Tezuka will depart on June 26, closing the book on over four decades of work at the gaming giant.Tezuka first began his career at Nintendo in 1984, joining as a part-time employee while he was still studying at university. Starting with Punch-Out, Tezuka would then go on to frequently work alongside another Nintendo legend, Shigeru Miyamoto, teaming up with him on several projects. It wasn't long before Tezuka was hired as a full-time Nintendo employee, serving as the assistant director and designer on 1985's Super Mario Bros. and then going on to direct the first The Legend of Zelda game.Over the years, he has worked on multiple Mario games and several other big Nintendo IP like Pikmin and Animal Crossing. In the modern era, Tezuka has served as a producer and supervisor on titles like Super Mario 3D World and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.Continue Reading at GameSpot
One of the new creative directors at Kingdom Come studio Warhorse, Prokop Jirsa, has commented on the hot-button issue of using artificial intelligence in game development. His comments come at a time when Warhorse was accused a firing a translator to help save costs.Jirsa told PC Gamer that he understands why people hate when art is generated with AI, and that's because he hates it, too. While using AI to generate art that would be released to the public is not something Jirsa is interested in, he said the technology can be "really helpful" during development in other ways. That includes AI-assisted programming efforts and coming up with concept art with genAI."Even if you're not a programmer, for example, you can code little things that help you. Not necessarily something that will be used in the game, but, for example, you'll be able to access some information in a more comprehensible way … or, for example, quick generation of some concept art, so you can actually communicate better to concept artists what you need," he said.Continue Reading at GameSpot
Top titlesThe Switch 2 has a lot of games, but which ones sold the best? That remains to be seen, but now we know which of Nintendo's own Switch 2 games have sold the most since the console launched in June 2025.Nintendo has five games that have sold more than 1 million units, and you can likely guess which game sold the best: Mario Kart World.The game sold 14.7 million copies through March 31, 2026, and this includes copies sold in the $500 Switch bundle.Check out the full gallery to see all of Nintendo's best-selling Switch 2 games. You can also see all of Nintendo's best-selling Switch 1 games. Nintendo shared all of these new sales numbers on its website.In other Nintendo news, the Switch 2 is getting a price hike this September, bringing the system up to $500. #5: Kirby Air Riders - 1.87 million copies #4: Pokemon Pokopia - 2.41 million copies #3: Pokemon Legends: Z-A - 3.94 million copies #2: Donkey Kong Bananza - 4.52 million copies #1: Mario Kart World - 14.7 million copies
Nintendo has shared the financial results for the fiscal year ending in March 2026, and while the company expects the Switch 2 to sell fewer units during its second year of life, not all things look bad for Nintendo. The company announced that its social life simulator, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, is doing gangbusters numbers, selling nearly 4 million units in just two weeks.In a series of slides posted to the company's official website, Nintendo shared the sales figures for Living the Dream. For a game that released on April 16, Nintendo confirmed that the "global cumulative sell-through in [two] weeks after release [was] over 3.8 million units." This was the only mention of the game in the 29 slides, but it's still an impressive figure for a franchise that hasn't seen a new entry since 2013's Tomodachi Life.The sales figure makes sense when you look at the attention surrounding Living the Dream. A cursory glance at Nintendo's official YouTube channel demonstrates just how popular the game would likely become when it launched, with many of the videos garnering hundreds of thousands to millions of views. And the same is true on Reddit, where the game's two primary subreddits--r/tomodachilife and r/TomodachilifeLivingTD--have 1.7 million and 290,000 weekly visitors, respectively. It appears players are living the dream in Living the Dream.Continue Reading at GameSpot
As you progress through Outbound you'll find four landmarks to visit with mini puzzles attached to them. The third one is the windmill, but to reach it you'll face difficulty as it's up a steep slope. In order for your vehicle to go up slopes, you'll need to upgrade your motor. This requires researching the motor upgrade and then crafting it, but it's not immediately obvious how to do this.After searching for a while you might be losing hope, but there's a simple solution. You'll need to drive to as many signal towers as possible and use download coupons at each of them until the option to download the vehicle research station becomes available. For us, this was 12 signal towers, but it may vary for you based on the other options you've chosen at signal towers beforehand.Once you've downloaded the vehicle research station blueprint, head back to your camper and enter building mode. Place the vehicle research station on a counter in your van, and from there you'll see branching options with multiple upgrade choices. For the motor upgrade, you'll need 10 bolts. These can be crafted out of scrap metal at the bolt press machine. Continue Reading at GameSpot
These games have sold a few copies… With the rise in popularity and prominence of free-to-play games like Fortnite, CS: GO, PUBG, and others, games are reaching astounding player counts and tallying huge amounts of play time. But in terms of sales numbers for paid games, what are the best-selling games of all time? Here in this gallery we are running through the top 10 best-selling games of all time based on the latest publicly available data. This list does not include free-to-play games, which is why you won't see juggernauts like Fortnite, Rocket League, Dota 2, and CS: GO on the list, among others. Those games have no doubt reached many, many more people and are probably best compared against other free-to-play games. The list does, however, include sales of pack-in games for hardware bundles–and that is an important distinction. For example, Wii Sports sold about 83 million copies thanks in part to it being bundled with the Wii. The original Super Mario Bros. was a pack-in game as well for the NES. With these caveats out of the way, let's dive into the Top 10 best-selling games ever. We're betting you can probably guess a few of these! We will continue to update this list over time as GTA 5 inevitably continues to sell more and more copies. [Updated May 22 with new numbers for GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2] 10: Super Mario Bros. -- 50 million (pack-in sales included) The original Super Mario Bros. for NES, released in 1985, is the first game on this list with a reported 50 million copies sold. This was not Mario's first appearance in a video game, but Super Mario Bros. remains beloved and its huge success helped propel the Mario franchise forward. The levels, the music, the enemies--it's all iconic. Numerous Mario games would follow, the latest of which is Super Mario Bros. Wonder, which releases in October 2023 for Nintendo Switch. Advertisement 9. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt -- 60 million CD Projekt Red's The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt grew the franchise to new heights, with the latest release selling 60 million copies across all platforms. Released in 2015, The Witcher 3 was a hit right out of the gate and has continued to grow and grow and grow. The game is regularly discounted to low, low prices, but that doesn't take anything away from the fact it put up gigantic sales figures. Something else that helped Witcher 3 sales was the debut of the Netflix TV series. After The Witcher on Netflix premiered in 2020, Witcher 3 sales rose by 500%. CD Projekt Red released Cyberpunk 2077 next, and while it got off to a poor start in terms of player reception, things have since turned around and the game is doing great. The Witcher 4 is the next game in the main Witcher series, and it's in development now using Unreal Engine 5. Advertisement 8. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim -- 60 million The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim was released back in 2011. It was a very successful release from Bethesda Game Studios at launch, and it has continued to sell well in the years that followed. In fact, the game's ubiquity has become a meme. It's been ported to pretty much every platform you can think of, and game director Todd Howard has explained why. "If you want us to stop releasing it, stop buying it," Howard joked in 2018. In an interview in 2023, Howard revealed that the game had reached 60 million copies sold, making it one of the top 10 best-selling games ever. Next up for Howard and Bethesda is something new--the RPG Starfield. But after that, Howard and the team will make The Elder Scrolls 6 and Fallout 5. Advertisement 7. PUBG -- 75 million PUBG: Battlegrounds, or PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds as it was originally known, is now a free-to-play game. But before the change in business model, the game tallied an impressive 75 million copies sold across PC and console. The game, which is based on an Arma mod, was released in 2017 and remains one of the leading battle royale games on the market. It's now also available with a dedicated version for mobile devices. At one point, there were plans to create a PUBG connected universe that would expand far and wide into the horror space with the game The Callisto Protocol, but those plans were scaled back. Advertisement 6. Mario Kart 8 + Deluxe -- 79.54 million (pack-in sales included) The Mario Kart series is one of the biggest and best-known in all of gaming, and Mario Kart 8 is the best-selling of them all. The game originally launched on Wii U, where it sold 8.46 million copies (a substantial number, considering the Wii U itself only sold 13.5 million units). But the game really got a jolt in sales when it came to Switch via Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. On Switch, the game has sold an astounding 71.08 million copies to bring its total to 79.54 million. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is featured in Nintendo's annual Black Friday bundle, so of course its sales figures are boosted by being a pack-in title. Nintendo has expanded upon Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with dozens of DLC tracks that players can buy via the Booster Pass. Mario Kart World is the newest entry in the series, and it's already sold 14.70 million copies. Advertisement 5. Wii Sports -- 82.9 million The original Wii Sports was a pack-in game for the Nintendo Wii, and as such, it sold a lot of copies. Surely, its pack-in status helped it sell more than it might otherwise have. How many copies did it sell? 82.9 million by Nintendo's latest count. The game was many people's first introduction to the Wii's innovative motion controls. It really did feel incredible to swing the Wii Remote and see that swing translated on screen for a tennis shot or whipping a bowling ball down the alley. A sequel, Wii Sports Resort, was released in 2009 with more games like frisbee and basketball. A successor followed for the Nintendo Switch in the form of the very creatively named Nintendo Switch Sports. Advertisement 4. Red Dead Redemption II -- 85 million Rockstar has two games inside the list of the top 10 best-selling games of all time, and the first is the 2018 western Red Dead Redemption II, with 85 million copies sold. A prequel to 2010's Red Dead Redemption that fans waited nearly a decade for, Red Dead Redemption II goes back in time and explains some of the events leading up to Red Dead Redemption. The game is set in a sprawling open world in the 1899 American West. The game's online mode, Red Dead Online, didn't take off in the way that GTA Online did, but the game overall still managed to put up big numbers Advertisement 3. GTA 5 -- 230 million It was only a matter of time before Grand Theft Auto V showed up on this list. Rockstar's celebrated open-world action game was released all the way back in 2013 but has been selling millions of copies every few months, bringing its total to 230 million+ and counting. The game originally launched on Xbox 360 and PS3 before coming to Xbox One, PS4, and PC, and then later with updated graphics and features to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Beyond sales alone, the game brings in money from its uber-popular GTA Online multiplayer mode. And 230 million doesn't even count all the people who might have played GTA 5 when it was available on Xbox Game Pass. In terms of dollars, it is the most successful entertainment product of all time. Unsurprisingly, Rockstar is now developing a new GTA game. GTA 6 is in development and will release in November 2026. Advertisement 2. Minecraft -- 300 million Of course Minecraft is on this list. It's the No. 2 best-selling game of all time. As of 2023, the game had sold more than 300 million copies, according to franchise owner Microsoft. According to the company, a copy of the game has been sold in just about every country and territory in the world, and that includes Antarctica and Vatican City. The game was created by Markus "Notch" Persson, who would go on to sell the game and his stake in developer Mojang to Microsoft in 2014 for $2.5 billion. Microsoft has never released a Minecraft 2, but has expanded the series in the form of other games like Minecraft Dungeons and Minecraft Legends. A film starring Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Kate McKinnon, and Jennifer Coolidge was released in 2025, and a sequel is coming in 2027. Advertisement 1. Tetris -- 520 million (pack-in sales included) According to the official Tetris website, the iconic puzzle game has exceeded 520 million in sales over its lifetime, with "billions" of sessions played online every year. The 520 million surely includes combined sales of the many different versions of the year released over the years. The game is a cultural phenomenon, as pretty much anyone of a certain age would know what you're talking about when you mention Tetris. It's also become common parlance, of sorts, as people might often refer to "playing Tetris" when loading up a car with many items that might seem difficult to fit. The game was created by Alexey Pajitnov, an engineer from Soviet Russia. It wasn't until game designer and entrepreneur Henk Rogers discovered the game at a Las Vegas tradeshow in 1988 that the game really picked up steam, though. Rogers got the rights from Pajitnov and licensed the game to Nintendo, which released the game as a pack-in for the Nintendo Game Boy. This led to 35 million copies being sold for Game Boy alone, and the game has remained popular ever since, having been released on pretty much every platform under the sun. A movie about the origins of Tetris starring Taron Egerton was released in 2023. Advertisement
Star Fox (Physical Edition) $60 | Releases June 25 Preorder at Amazon ($50) View at other stores Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at Walmart ($50) Preorder at GameStop Star Fox (Digital Edition) $50 | Releases June 25 Preorder at Amazon After nearly a decade, Nintendo's Star Fox series is making a big comeback next month on Switch 2. Preorders are now live for Star Fox--a remake of the classic N64 game Star Fox 64--and it'll be available either as a $60 physical edition or a $50 digital version. It looks like Amazon and Walmart will have the best deal, as they're price-matching the physical edition with the $50 digital version, saving you $10 in the process. Star Fox (Physical Edition) $60 | Releases June 25 A space combat game featuring Fox McCloud--who made a memorable cameo in the recent Super Mario Galaxy Movie--and his allies Falco, Slippy, and Peppy, Star Fox sees players leap into an Arwing fighter jet and defend the Lylat system from invading forces. Nintendo has described the remake as a modernized adventure that features a complete visual overhaul, and the game is also enhanced with all-new cinematic cutscenes, new and returning game modes, additional Switch 2-specific features, and more. Like most Nintendo first-party releases, the complete Star Fox game will be included on the game cart. Preorder at Amazon ($50) Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at Walmart ($50) Preorder at GameStop Star Fox (Digital Edition) $50 | Releases June 25 If you're looking to save a few bucks and you don't mind ditching the physical cartridge format, you can grab a download code for Star Fox priced at $50. Preorder at Amazon This isn't the first time that Star Fox 64 has been remade, as Star Fox Zero reimagined the classic game for the Wii U console back in 2016. Like the N64 original, the new remake is a rail shooter game where you'll get to pilot the Arwing jet, unleash laser fire, and do a good ol' barrel roll to evade danger. The new Switch 2 features include added mouse controls, and a second player can hop into the Arwing gunner seat while you focus on flying. One of the other additions to the game is a Battle Mode for head-to-head action against other players who take control of Star Wolf, challenge modes for an extra layer of replayability, and support for GameShare. Star Fox is one of several Nintendo first-party games on the way, as Yoshi and the Mysterious Book arrives on May 21 and Splatoon Raiders will be released on July 23. Don't forget, you can also catch Fox McCloud in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie when it hits Blu-ray soon. Preorders are live for the standard 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD releases, and there are also steelbook and collector's edition versions to grab. Check Out More Deals And Preorders Where To Preorder Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 The New Lego Sets Dropping in June Include a Ton of New Disney, Marvel, and Bluey Sets, and So Much More New K-Pop Demon Hunters, Marvel, DC, And Star Wars Hot Toys Figures Are Up For Preorder Preorders Are Live For Magic: The Gathering’s Reality Fracture Event Magic: The Gathering’s Hobbit Is Now Available to Preorder Show More Check Out More Deals And Preorders Links (2)
NTE: Neverness to Everness officially launched in April 2026 and follows Hotta Studio's previous open-world adventure, Tower of Fantasy. Set in a near-future fictional Japanese city filled with skyscrapers, fast cars, and neon signs lighting up the night sky, you'll fight against anomalies by using your character's Esper powers, neutralizing them before they cause too much havoc. As the latest in a sea of gacha-based free games, there's a lot of value in pulling the best characters, accumulating items to use to upgrade your characters, and collecting skins to show off to everyone. Every item is valuable in your quest to eliminate threats to the city, so it's worth checking back often to see if any more items are available in the gacha game. Make sure you claim your new items via the Mailbox once you finish entering your codes. Currently Active Neverness to Everness codes While entering these codes, make sure you either type them in as shown or copy and paste them into the text box. Once you successfully redeem each one, you won't see them immediately. You'll need to open your Mail inbox to find a new message you can open to claim the rewards. Below are all the active Neverness to Everness codes: LACRIMOSA0603 - Annulith x30, Fons x20,000 DREAMWALK0603 - Annulith x100, Rising Hunter Guide x5, Light Dye x5, Beetle Coins x4,000 NTENENE - Fons x10,000, Dynamik Zero x10, Clicky Fries x10 NTEFUNGAME - Fons x10,000 NTEWINFONS - Fons x20,000 TOMATO100- Annulith x100, Senior Hunter Guide x5, Colorless Dye x5, Beetle Coins x6,000 RACENOLIMIT - Annulith x100, Elite Hunter Guide x2, Chaotic Dye x2, Beetle Coins x12,000 NTE0429 - Annulith x100, Chaotic Dye x2, Elite Hunter Guide x2, and Beetle Coins x12,000 NTEFREE - Fons x30,000 Expired codes NTEGIFT - Annulith x50, Light Dye x5, and Rising Hunter Guide x5 NTEHAVEFUN - Light Dye x3, Manhole Thug x3, and Rising Hunter Guide x5 NTENOWTOENJOY - Annulith x100, Light Dye x5, Rising Hunter Guide x5, and Beetle Coins x4,000 NTENANALLYGO - Annulith x100, Colorless Dye x5, Senior Hunter Guide x5, and Beetle Coins x6,000 504980102FKGOVNS - Annulith x20, Gubichin Original Flavor Chips x1, and Beetle Coins x20,000 NTEvtuber200 - Fons x10,000, and Beetle Coins x10,000 As soon as you can open the pause menu, you'll be able to redeem and claim rewards from the main menu. How to redeem Neverness to Everness codes After launching Neverness to Everness for the first time, you won't be able to access the code redemption option immediately. You'll need to play the first segment of the game, which is fairly linear and lasts roughly 20 minutes. You can skip the cutscenes if you like, but chances are that you probably won't want to do this, as it could diminish your enjoyment of the game as a whole. You can start entering codes as soon as you enter the bureau's headquarters from the telephone booth. Open the main menu and click or tap the three dots next to your character's name. Select the 'Redeem Code' option. Enter the code and click or tap confirm. Claim your items via messages in the Mail inbox. Thankfully, you don't need to defy physics to grab more free stuff beyond the promotional codes. Where to find Neverness to Everness freebies Typically, your best bet is to check back to this very guide on a future date whenever there is a new event, and we've added any to our list. However, there are some other ways to get free stuff. If you pre-registered the game, go into the Mail section of the menu. You'll find a message with the subject line 'Pre-Reg Milestone Rewards', which contains the following items: Beetle Coins x30,000 Elite Hunter Guides x20 Fabricated Dice x20 Haniel (A-Class Character) Whisker Glider Skin NTE also occasionally streams on its official Twitch account, using its Twitch Drop feature to give away free stuff. You'll accumulate items based on the giveaway and your total watch time of that particular stream. However, we highly recommend that you set up the Twitch Drop functionality before watching any stream to avoid disappointment. Here's how you can set up Twitch Drops with NTE: Create an account on Twitch and NTE's websites. Go to the NTE Twitch Drops website and click the "Link Now" button. Click the Step 1 button and log in to your NTE account. Click the Step 2 button and log in to your Twitch account. Click the Step 3 button to activate the link between both accounts. Scroll up and click the Watch Live button, making sure to 'Follow' the channel on Twitch to save it to your favorites. Now that you're set up, you're probably wondering which streams to watch. Head over to the Twitch campaigns website and scroll through the upcoming dates until you see NTE: Neverness to Everness. So long as the drop is not closed, you can watch the channel to earn rewards. Currently active Neverness to Everness Twitch campaigns There is an active Neverness to Everness Twitch campaign. You have until May 13, 2026, at 11:59 ET / 08:59 PT to watch the official Twitch channel and Beetle Coin x20,000 - watch for 15 minutes. Elite Hunter Guide x2 - watch for 30 minutes. Chaotic Dye x2 - watch for 1 hour. Manhole Boss x2 - watch for 1 hour and 30 minutes. De-noise Solution x1 - watch for 2 hours. Annulith x50 - watch for 2 hours and 30 minutes. The Best Gacha Games To Spend Time With In 2026 View Images
Around the middle of the year, the primary source of entertainment isn't a new Netflix series or a big-budget Hollywood movie, but rather a seemingly endless supply of video game showcases. Recently, we've seen the idea of dedicated livestreams expand further, with publishers and various gaming initiatives hosting them year-round. What that means is that you can look forward to digital events that'll keep you in the loop with all of the upcoming games on the horizon. Whether they be from established gaming giants like Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo or smaller indie-focused livestreams like the Wholesome Direct, these typically follow the same format of unloading a bunch of trailers for new and upcoming games for you to enjoy at your leisure. Keeping track of all these broadcasts can be challenging, but to make things easier, you can scroll down below to see what's on the way. We're also keeping track of all the showcases that have already come and gone, so if you missed one, you can just click the link in each slide to watch the highlights. We'll keep this list updated throughout the year, so you can check back often to see what else you can look forward to as soon as it's announced. 2026 video game showcases still to come Warhammer Skulls -- May 21 Six One Indie Showcase -- May 21 Summer Game Fest -- June 5 Wholesome Direct -- June 6 Future Games Show Summer Showcase -- June 6 PC Gaming Show 2026 -- June 6 Story Rich Showcase -- June 5-7 Xbox Games Showcase -- June 7 The Game Awards 2026 -- December 10 Warhammer Skulls -- May 21 A celebration of all things Warhammer, this year's Warhammer Skulls livestream will feature plenty of new reveals and announcements. Actor and director Alanah Pearce will host the event, and you can expect to see news from games like Space Marine 2, Darktide, Rogue Trader, Dark Heresy, Boltgun 2, Warhammer Survivors, Dawn of War IV, and more. When to watch: May 21 at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET Where to watch: YouTube Twitch Advertisement Six One Indie Showcase -- May 21 Another one of the big livestreams for independent developers, the Six One Indie Showcase will be headlined by world premieres, digital showcase debuts, and exclusive news from studios all over the globe. When to watch: May 21 (Time TBC) Where to watch: YouTube Advertisement PlayStation State of Play -- June 2 Kicking off in early June, the PlayStation State of Play showcase will be headlined by Marvel's Wolverine, updates, announcements, and gameplay reveals across an hour-long broadcast. When to watch: June 2 at 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET Where to watch: Twitch YouTube Advertisement Summer Game Fest - June 5 Summer Game Fest 2026 will kick off this year from the Dolby Theatre, and showrunner Geoff Keighley has promised a "spectacular, cross-platform showcase of what's next in video games." When to watch: June 5 Where to watch: YouTube Twitch Advertisement Story Rich Showcase -- June 5-7 A brand-new video event dedicated entirely to story-rich indie games, the Story-Rich Showcase will take place within the Summer Game Fest period. The event will spotlight a lineup of 20-25 narrative-driven games, and viewers can expect first looks, new trailers, release dates, updates, and a few surprises. When to watch: June 5-7 Where to watch: TBC Advertisement Wholesome Direct 2026 -- June 6 The Summer games showcase season wouldn't feel right without some cozy warmth, and that's where the Wholesome Direct steps in. The showcase for uplifting, joyful, and hopeful games, this year's livestream will feature a curated selection of over 50 games, including world premieres, demo announcements, and more. When to watch: June 6 at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET Where to Watch: YouTube Twitch Advertisement Future Games Show Summer Showcase 2026 - June 6 Featuring world premieres, exclusive trailers, and stealth demo drops , this year's Future Games Show Summer Showcase will be followed by a live event in Los Angeles. When to watch: June 6 at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET Where to watch: YouTube Advertisement PC Gaming Show 2026 - June 6 Back for another year, the PC Gaming Show will offer new looks at over 50 PC games, including world premieres, exclusive announcements, developer interviews, and updates. When to watch: June 7 at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET Where to watch: YouTube Advertisement Xbox Games Showcase -- June 7 The annual Xbox Games Showcase is almost here, and this year is shaping up to be a big one for Microsoft's gaming division. Coming in hot after the launch of Forza Horizon 6, this year's Xbox Games Showcase will feature first gameplay looks and news on games from first-party studios, several reveals from third-party partners, and it'll be followed immediately by a deep dive into Gears of War: E-Day. When to watch: June 7 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET Where to Watch: YouTube Twitch Advertisement The Game Awards 2026 -- December 10 Geoff Keighley has announced the date for The Game Awards 2026 almost an entire year in advance, and it'll be broadcast live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. More details will be revealed later this year. When to watch: December 10 Where to watch: YouTube Twitch Advertisement In case you missed it With so many video game showcases scheduled for 2026, there's a chance that you might miss one. Fret not, because we'll be keeping track of them, and you can keep browsing below to grab links to the original livestream and the stories we wrote about them. We've arranged the list according to the date that each event originally aired. Advertisement Resident Evil Showcase -- January 15 Capcom showed off more gameplay for Resident Evil Requiem, teasing thrilling survival-horror and action, creepy zombies, and one really big revolver. Where to watch: YouTube All the news: Resident Evil Requiem Showcase Reveals Grace And Leon Gameplay Differences Advertisement Xbox Developer Direct -- January 22 The first big Xbox showcase of the year kept things short and sweet, focusing on games like Forza Horizon 6, Fable, Kiln, and Beast of Reincarnation. Where to watch: YouTube All the news: Xbox Developer Direct 2026: All the announcements Forza Horizon 6 Channels Initial D-Inspired Anime Racing With Its New Mode Fable And Forza Horizon 6 Are Coming To PS5 To Help Reach The "Largest Number Of People Possible" Forza Horizon 6 Gets Official May Release Date, More Than 550 Cars Fable's New Open World Has 1,000+ NPCs As A "Living Population" New Fable Keeps Series Tradition Of Kicking Chickens Alive, And You'll Be Judged For It Fable Is Pulling Inspiration From An Unlikely (And Extremely Popular) TV Show Fable Releases This Autumn, Coming To PS5 At Launch Game Freak's Beast Of Reincarnation Team Is "Relatively Small" With Many External Developers Beast Of Reincarnation Doesn't Look Like Anything Game Freak Has Made Before Double Fine's New Game, Kiln, Features Pottery Battles To The Death Advertisement World of Warcraft: State of Azeroth -- January 29 The State of Azeroth livestream revealed what's next for World of Warcraft and Classic World of Warcraft, introduced Azeroth interiors for budding home decorators, and teased the launch of Burning Crusade Classic Anniversary Edition. Where to watch: YouTube All the news: What to expect from World of Warcraft in 2026 Advertisement Nintendo Direct: Tomodachi Life -- January 29 One of the weirdest games coming out this year, Tomodachi Life is shaping up to be an interesting social-life sim. Where to watch: YouTube All the news: Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Lets You Have A Love Square With A Clown Because Why Not? Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Adds Same-Sex Relationships And Non-Binary Miis Nintendo Places Image-Sharing Restrictions On "Certain" Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Features Advertisement Overwatch Spotlight -- February 4 A new era of Overwatch is upon us, as Blizzard is introducing some massive changes to the game. From dropping the "2" from its title to introducing several new heroes, Blizzard's popular hero shooter is being changed on a fundamental level as the company aims to transform it into a "Forever Game". Where to watch: YouTube All the news: Overwatch Is Dropping The 2 And Launching A New "Story-Driven Era" Overwatch Is Finally Getting A Cat Hero, A Decade After Inception Overwatch Is About To Reach Peak Cute With Sanrio Hello Kitty Collab Overwatch Director Says Upcoming Changes Will Upset The Game's Balance: "There's No Getting Around That" Yes, Overwatch Characters Have Been Getting Sexier, But Not For The Obvious Reason Overwatch Is Getting Five New Characters, Here's A First Look At What They Do Overwatch Kills Its First Character, But That Won't Stop You From Playing As Them Goodbye Overwatch 2, Hello Overwatch: The Story-Driven, "Forever Game" Blizzard Promised Is Finally Here Overwatch Team Is "Not Comfortable" Releasing AI-Generated Content, But Blizzard Is Open To Experimenting Advertisement Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase -- February 5 Nintendo's third-party partners were in the spotlight during a livestream dedicated to upcoming Switch and Switch 2 games. Where to watch: YouTube All the news: Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Hits Switch 2 This June This Dinosaur Stealth Game On Switch 2 Lets Four Players Share Controls, For Whatever Reason A New Paranormasight Game Is Coming And I'm Begging You Not To Sleep On It Again This Game Looks Like If Split Fiction Were An 80s Anime And We’re Obsessed Advertisement Hearthstone Spotlight -- February 9 Another developer-led showcase, Blizzard revealed that Hearthstone will celebrate its 12th year with a new Core Set and a new expansion based on one of World of Warcraft's most iconic events. 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Where to watch: YouTube Twitch All the news: Diablo 4: Lord Of Hatred Puts Badass Amazons Front And Center If You Thought Diablo 4 Didn't Have Enough Skill Trees, You're In Luck Warlock Is Diablo's Newest Class, And It's Coming To (Almost) Every Diablo Game Diablo 4's Next Location Won't Be "Grotesque, Destroyed, And Ruined," And Its Devs Appreciate The Break How A Diablo 2 Game Manual Found New Purpose In Diablo 4's Latest Expansion Major Diablo 2 DLC Adds Features Fans Have Waited Decades For--But It'll Cost You Advertisement PlayStation State of Play -- February 12 The first State of Play from Sony kicked with an impressive hour-long presentation. Alongside Konami announcing the first new Castlevania game in many years and a port of Metal Gear Sold 4, the show also featured a first look at Ghost of Yotei's new multiplayer mode, the confirmation of a PC port for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, and much more. Where to watch: YouTube Twitch All the news: PlayStation State Of Play February 2026: All The Biggest Announcements And Games PlayStation Is Bringing Back An Unexpected Series With A New, Zelda-Like Spin Ghost of Yotei Becomes Legendary With New Multiplayer DLC Coming In March Death Stranding 2 PC Port Releases In March 4 Loop Has A Giant Rubik’s Cube Boss And Alien Berries That Teleport Enemies Here’s A First Look At Resident Evil Requiem’s Raccoon City Police Department Decades After RE2 New Legacy Of Kain Game Revealed, And It’s Out Next Month A New Dead Or Alive Game Is In The Works Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition Includes Five Versions Of Game, Interactive Documentary Metal Gear Solid 4 And Peace Walker Coming As Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 New Castlevania Game Is Coming From The Dead Cells And Rogue Prince Of Persia Devs Silent Hill: Townfall Shifts First-Person Survival To New Town John Wick Is Getting A 3D Action Game, Lets You Murder Gangsters With Household Objects Marathon Open Beta Announced, Coming Very Soon With Special Perks For PS Plus Members New PlayStation Plus Games Revealed, Including Day-One Release For All Subscribers Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Is Building A Packed Roster, New Trailer Shows God Of War Trilogy Remake Announced, Brings Back Original Voice Actor Sony Reveals New God Of War Sidescroller, And It’s Out Right Now Advertisement Silent Hill Transmission -- February 12 Konami's Silent Hill Transmission livestream wasn't too long, but it did reveal that the next game is expanding into first-person survival horror. Set in the Scottish seaside town of St. Amelia, protagonist Simon Ordell will have to use a handheld portable TV to detect the monsters around him. The game is being developed by Scottish team Screen Burn, who previously produced Stories Untold and Observation. Where to watch: YouTube All the news: Silent Hill: Townfall Shifts First-Person Survival Horror To New Town Advertisement Convergence Showcase -- February 19 A two-hour show hosted by indie-focused streamers Dodger and Jesse Cox, the Convergence Showcase featured dozens of indie and AA games. Where to watch: YouTube Twitch Advertisement Black Voices in Gaming Showcase -- February 19 An event that aims to address the lack of visibility for Black creators, the Black Voices in Gaming Showcase showed off games at various stages of development--from early concepts to near-launch titles--and also celebrated creativity, culture, and innovation in games. Where to watch: YouTube Twitch All the news: The Biggest Games From February's Black Voices In Gaming Showcase Advertisement Indie Fan Fest -- February 19 The second Indie Fan Fest presented new game reveals, world premiere trailers, and more for unreleased games. Even better, several of these games now have demos that you can check out Where to watch: YouTube Twitch All the news: Suddenly, There Are 14 New Games You Can Try For Free Advertisement Pokemon Presents -- February 27 While this year's Pokemon Day livestream mostly focused on mobile games, it did end with a bang as we got our first look at Pokemon Winds and Waves. Where to watch: YouTube All the news: GameCube's Pokemon XD: Gale Of Darkness Will Appear On Switch 2 Soon Pokemon Winds And Waves, The 10th Generation Of Pokemon, Officially Revealed The Wait For Pokemon Winds And Waves Will Be The Franchise's Longest Yet Those Pikachus In The Pokemon Winds And Waves Trailer Are More Important Than You Think Advertisement Nintendo Indie World Showcase -- March 3 Like previous broadcasts, the March 2026 Indie World Showcase was dedicated to all the indie games headed to Switch consoles soon. Where to watch: YouTube All the news: Nintendo Indie World March 2026 Showcase: All The Biggest Announcements Advertisement Capcom Spotlight -- March 5 Hot off the success of Resident Evil Requiem, Capcom kept the momentum going with a closer look at Pragmata, Monster Hunter Stories 3, and several more upcoming games. Where to watch: YouTube Advertisement Future Games Show: Spring Showcase -- March 12 The first of three Future Games Show events planned for 2026, the Future Games Show Spring Showcase offered exclusive trailers and developer deep-dives on a wide range of video games. Where to watch: YouTube Twitch Advertisement Xbox Partner Preview - March 26 The Xbox Partner Preview lifted the lid on what several publishers like Sega, GSC Game World, and Owlcat Games have been cooking up lately, and there were also a few new Xbox Game Pass announcements to spice things up during the broadcast. Where to watch: YouTube Twitch All the news: Xbox Partner Preview 2026: All The Big Announcements Advertisement Triple-I Initiative - April 9 The Triple-I Initiative returned for its third year, dropping dozens of new game reveals across its 45-minute runtime. Big highlights for this year included fresh looks at games like Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse and Dead as Disco. 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The Marvel Comics fandom has enjoyed several great games over the years, but at long last, Arc System Works is stepping into the ring to deliver a brand-new fighting game experience in Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. There's some interesting stuff that Arc System Works is doing to make this game stand out--like adopting a 4v4 team format for matches and offering simplified controls--but at the end of the day, it's the roster that'll serve as the main draw for a project like this. Fortunately, the studio has a rich library of characters to draw upon, and it's also looking to put its spin on fan-favorite heroes and villains like Captain America, Spider-Man, and Doctor Doom. "There are so many amazing Marvel characters that it was quite a struggle to choose our roster, but we did have some criteria for the selection process," producer Takeshi Yamanaka said in a PS Blog post. "First and foremost, we wanted to include characters who we feel to be the 'face' of Marvel. At the same time, we also needed to select characters that would give us a balance of battle types and styles. Lastly, we wanted to sprinkle in a few surprises and leave room for characters who have never been playable in a fighting game before." Naturally, characters like Captain America and Iron Man were a lock, but there are also a few surprises so far in the form of Ms. Marvel and Robbie Reyes, the Ghost Rider. At the time of writing, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has eight confirmed characters, and we're expecting the roster to grow as launch approaches and with DLC additions to the cast. This isn't the first time we've seen a Marvel fighting game--although we'd really like to forget Marvel: Rise of the Imperfects--but Arc System Works has built a name for itself in this genre with its work on franchises like Guilty Gear, Blazblue, and various licensed brawlers. If this isn't enough Marvel content for you, you can also check out our feature on every upcoming superhero game, as Blade, Iron Man, and other mystery projects are currently in development. Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls launches for PC, PS5, and PS4 on August 6, 2026. Captain America The First Avenger is an all-rounder, able to trip enemies up with shield attacks, deliver anti-air counters, and quickly close the distance to deliver a supersoldier beatdown. Advertisement Iron Man A billionaire-philanthropist-genius, Iron Man's armor is equipped to excel at the mid-range, and he can follow up projectile attacks with some ground-and-pound offense. Advertisement Ms. Marvel A close-quarters brawler, Ms. Marvel uses her stretchy powers to bring enemies closer to her so that she can wallop them. Advertisement Spider-Man The Amazing Spider-Man does whatever a spider can, including using his webs to zip around the battlefield so that he can unleash unpredictable attacks. Advertisement Star Lord Who? Oh right, Star Lord! Peter Quill is a gunslinger capable of trick-shots with his Element Guns, and his Unique ability, Element Blast, gains different properties depending on the element currently equipped. Advertisement Storm Anyone looking to mix it up with a highly technical character will want to select Storm. The mutant mistress of weather can wield the forces of nature, giving her several options when dealing with foes. Advertisement Ghost Rider Chains and hellfire allow Ghost Rider to be a long-range specialist, and as his unique Vengeance Gauge builds up, his skills begin to deal even more damage. Advertisement Danger Another technical character who is tricky to master, Danger is all about finding the right option at the right time to take down opponents. Her Unique skill, Calibrate, allows her to quickly adapt to opponents and she's a menace when she's airborne. Advertisement Magik Wielding the Soulsword and the magic of Limbo, Magik can also attack from all sides using her portal powers. She can even open a gateway to send projectiles back at the caster, making her deadly from any range. Advertisement Wolverine The ultimate rushdown brawler, Wolverine charges through enemy attacks and uses his adamantium claws to deal heavy damage. Once his Berserker Rage is charged, he becomes a ferocious adversary. Advertisement Peni Parker The interdimensional gadget whiz Peni Parker will be joining Spider-Man's team, alongside hotshot rookie hero Ms. Marvel and the space pirate Star-Lord. Like her previous appearances in comic books and in the Spider-Verse films, Peni pilots SP//dr, a powerful mech suit created by her father. Advertisement The Promoter Every fight needs someone to drive the hype, and that's where the Promoter enters the scene. An Elder of the Universe--a mysterious race of alien beings who have existed since the dawn of reality--the Promoter is pulling strings in the background, as she invited heroes to battle in a high-stakes tournament to determine the fate of the planet. Advertisement Hulk The Gamma-irradiated powerhouse of the Avengers, Hulk's moveset revolves around channeling his anger to increase his strength and speed. Once his Gamma Gauge reaches its maximum level, Hulk can dish out devastating attacks using his raw power. Advertisement Black Panther (Shuri) The current ruler of Wakanda, Shuri has taken up the mantle of the Black Panther. Her character combines speed and acrobatics with a wild offense, and her high-speed mobility skill, Bast's Blessing, allows her to dash in multiple directions. Advertisement Dr. Doom A genius scientist and sorcerer, Dr. Doom excels at mid-to-far range attacks thanks to various projectile attacks. Anyone looking to close the distance will have to watch out for Doom's unique ability to nullify projectile attacks, and he can also teleport himself around the battlefield. Advertisement Magneto The Mutant Master of Magnetism, Magento transforms the battlefield around him, hurling objects at players. Whenever these objects connect and create debris, Magneto can manipulate them further to enhance his already formidable powers. Advertisement Green Goblin Spider-Man's greatest villain is as obsessed as ever with defeating the webhead, and in Marvel Tokon, he can move at high speeds thanks to his signature glider. The Green Goblin is also equipped with an arsenal of weapons, including Razor Bats and Pumpkin Bombs that make him perfect for players who like to disrupt their opponents. Advertisement Carnage Rounding out the Knights of Doom is the homicidal Carnage. After serial killer Cletus Cassidy was bonded with a symbiote, Carnage was born, and Spider-Man had to face off against a ruthless monster. In battle, Carnage can use his symbiote tendrils to unleash attacks, form parts of his body into bladed weapons, and infect opponents with life-draining attacks. Advertisement The Champion Mr. Main Event himself, The Champion of the Universe is a god-like being who has spent billions of years searching for the ultimate fight. Joined by his sidekick, The Promoter, The Champion is an elegant brawler waiting for his tournament to produce the ultimate challenge. Advertisement
Say goodbye Microsoft has announced the next slate of removals from the Xbox Game Pass library, and there are five games leaving on May 31. It's bad news for fans of Atlus RPGs, as two brilliant games from the company are on their way out. Persona 4: Golden joins GameSpot's 2024 Game of the Year, Metaphor: ReFantazio, in the departures lounge. As a reminder, if you'd like to keep any of these games, you can buy them at a discount as Game Pass subscribers can save up to 20% before they're removed from the service. Against the Storm Against the Storm is leaving Xbox Game Pass for cloud, console, and PC on May 31. Advertisement Crypt Custodian Crypt Custodian is leaving Xbox Game Pass for cloud, console, and PC on May 31. Advertisement Metaphor: ReFantazio Metaphor: ReFantazio leaves Xbox Game Pass for cloud, console, and PC on May 31. Advertisement Persona 4: Golden Persona 4: Golden leaves Xbox Game Pass for cloud, console, and PC on May 31. Advertisement Spray Paint Simulator Spray Paint Simulator leaves Xbox Game Pass for cloud, console, and PC on May 31. Advertisement
What games should you play on Xbox Game Pass? With so many options to choose from, narrowing down the best Xbox Game Pass games currently available can be a challenge. The subscription service has grown in size, offering a massive library of big AAA games, new day-one releases, and even overlooked gems--like one of 2025's best games, Blue Prince. The library is so expansive that you're almost guaranteed to find at least a few games you'll love and classics from yesteryear, thanks to the recent addition of Retro Classics. To help you navigate the ever-shifting landscape, we've rounded up the very best Game Pass games available now. There are plenty more excellent games on Xbox Game Pass than the ones we’ve listed below--the service is loaded with worthy games. These are just the games we think every Xbox owner should play, and we regularly review this list to make sure we stand by our choices and rotate in newer releases. We'll continue to update this list as the Game Pass library adds new selections. Every month brings new games as well, and in case you missed it, here's what you can download and play in December. More Xbox best lists Best Xbox Series X games Biggest upcoming Xbox games Best Xbox controllers Best Xbox headsets Keep in mind that Xbox Game Pass has undergone some changes since November 2025. After the price of Game Pass Ultimate rose to $30 a month in late 2025, the monthly price dropped down to $23--but with a catch. New Call of Duty games will no longer be included at launch, and they'll only be added to the library around a year after they're first released. Game Pass Essential will continue to offer a catalog of 50+ games and online multiplayer, while Premium bumps the number of playable games to 200. Game Pass Ultimate is the top-tier service that provides access to all games on day one, cloud streaming, and several more perks. Game Pass Essential -- $10 per month Game Pass Premium -- $15 per month PC Game Pass -- $14 per month Game Pass Ultimate -- $23 per month For the purposes of this list, we looked at the whole Xbox Game Pass library available in the Ultimate tier, so if you're subscribed to one of the other tiers--especially Essential--not every recommendation may be available. And while this list is a good place to get started, the library of games is even more expansive, and more games will be added throughout the year. Be sure to check back for updated recommendations. Stack Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 3-Month Codes $55 (was $60) See at Amazon Absolum One of GameSpot's favorite games of 2025, Absolum is a roguelite beat-'em-up brimming with personality. It looks like a Saturday morning cartoon and it hits like a freight train, while its incredible soundtrack makes you feel the energy of every cracklin' spell cast and fist thrown. It's no surprise that the core retro-inspired gameplay of Absolum feels great--developers Dotemu and Guard Crush Games did resurrect Streets of Rage for a new generation--and the roguelike twist adds tons of inventive build combinations to try out. Advertisement The Alters Some of the best games on Game Pass are the ones that push the limits on what a genre is capable of, letting you sample ambitious ideas for the cost of your subscription. In the case of The Alters, you're getting a fascinating blend of survival, base-building, and resource management. The catch here are the human resources you have to work with, as protagonist Jan Dolski's mission to escape an inhospitable planet is aided by his alternate selves, reflections of who he could have been if he'd made a different choice in life. The end result is both mechanically and narratively fascinating in this ambitious fusion of ideas from the studio behind This War of Mine. Read our The Alters review. See at Amazon Advertisement Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Ubisoft's dive into an alien landscape dreamt up by James Cameron doesn't stray too far from its established open-world formula, but Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is a remarkably faithful recreation of those billion-dollar blockbusters. As a native of Pandora who was abducted, trained, and molded by the human militaristic corporation RDA to serve its interests, it's up to you to reconnect with your heritage and discover what it truly means to be Na'vi in this first-person adventure. Read our Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora review. Advertisement Avowed Following a dip into sci-fi with The Outer Worlds, Obsidian's return to an RPG fantasy setting is one of this year's biggest surprises. Set in the Pillars of Eternity universe, you play as a godlike--one who has been touched by a god leaving you marked in a way that's visually distinct to everyone around you. Your journey through the Living Lands makes a point to streamline some classic RPG systems, while giving you an incredible amount of flexibility in others. Combat is a particular standout, as you can mix and match just about any variety of weapons and abilities, and easily respec to experiment with new combinations. Advertisement Balatro Balatro was a breakout release last year--in fact, it was one of our favorite games of 2024--and the one-more-round roguelike poker game has only gotten better with subsequent updates. It's now available on Xbox Game Pass, and came alongside a new Friends of Jimbo pack that lets you change the face cards to crossovers with games like Civilization VII, Assassin's Creed, Fallout, Bugsnax, and more. If you've never caught up with the incredibly compelling and clever game, now is the time. Advertisement Blue Prince You've never played a game quite like Blue Prince. The first-person puzzle game has you exploring an empty mansion, but this particular manor house has a special quality: It's never the same from day to day, as the rooms appear as you "draft" them from a selection whenever you come to a door. The ultimate goal is to explore the mansion and reach the hidden Room 46, but the game's many puzzles and mysteries unfold and interlock in ways that feel constantly enthralling. And since it's on Game Pass, it's easy to recommend with your existing subscription. Advertisement Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 The Call of Duty series has been among the top sellers for years, but some CoD games are clearly better than others. This year's iteration, Black Ops 6, is the best the series has been in some time, and the first time that a new Call of Duty game has been available on Game Pass at launch. The campaign is a smart and varied action spectacle that keeps you on your toes as it explores paranoid thriller tropes set against global events in the 1990s. Meanwhile, the multiplayer's new omni-movement makes matches feel fast and fluid, especially with the addition of inventive new maps that let you explore the space in a variety of ways. A revision to the perks system helps you specialize in interesting ways. Call of Duty has earned its reputation for a reason, and this latest release shows why. Read our Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 campaign review and multiplayer review. See at Amazon Advertisement Celeste An impeccably crafted indie platformer, Celeste is known for its tough-but-fair difficulty and surprisingly emotionally engaging story. As you climb the mountain you'll come face to face with devilish platforming challenges that will test your skill, all while discovering a subtle story of self-discovery and overcoming depression. It has a stellar 94 score on Metacritic, so don't sleep on this one. And don't worry if you aren't a platforming pro, as Celeste has a full suite of difficulty modifiers that let you experience the climb on your own terms. Read our Celeste review. See at Xbox Store Advertisement Cyberpunk 2077 Several years after its disastrous launch, Cyberpunk 2077 is now a legendary story of redemption in the video game industry. Years of improvements and free updates have transformed Cyberpunk 2077 into an all-time classic, allowing this masterpiece of design and action to truly flex its muscles as you explore the dangerous streets of Night City. Advertisement Death Stranding: Director's Cut Hideo Kojima's first game following his exit from Konami in the mid-2010s can be polarizing. Still, once it sinks its hooks into you, this tale of post-apocalyptic deliveries never lets go. The Director's Cut improves on Kojima's vision, introducing major quality-of-life changes, new storylines, and more gadgets to help you out during deliveries, deal with bandits, and keep a close eye on ghostly entities as you explore a world where humanity is on the brink of extinction. Read our Death Stranding: Director's Cut review. Advertisement Diablo IV When Microsoft finalized its acquisition of Activision Blizzard, it seemed like only a matter of time before the studio's massive library started to come to Game Pass. We're still waiting on a lot of the catalog, but it started with a big one. The latest in the beloved dungeon-crawling RPG series Diablo, Diablo IV, lets you delve into the deep and macabre world of Sanctuary to protect it from Lillith, the demon mother. With deep and immersive character building and a regular cadence of seasonal content to let you further expand your characters with new abilities, Diablo IV is not to be missed. Read our Diablo IV review. See at Xbox Store Advertisement Doom: The Dark Ages Doom: The Dark Ages feels like a return to form for id Software's iconic series. While Doom Eternal would regularly leave you breathless with its hyper-kinetic gameplay and resource-juggling, The Dark Ages keeps the action grounded by transforming the Doom Slayer into an overpowered engine of destruction. The stand-and-fight mantra guiding this prequel works wonders, while the bullet-hell challenge and shield-bashing gameplay makes ripping and tearing through demonic hordes feel more satisfying than ever. Read our Doom: The Dark Ages review. Advertisement FBC: Firebreak FBC: Firebreak takes a while to get going, but once all of its pieces fall into place, this co-op first-person-shooter is an exciting stab at the live-service genre. The Control spin-off also makes a statement to the current hamster wheel of FOMO that live-service games attempt to force players to run on, making it a breath of fresh air in an industry where your attention span has become a valuable commodity. Read our FBC: Firebreak review. Advertisement Forza Horizon 6 The Forza Horizon playbook is well-established by now, and for its sixth entry, Playground Games has fine-tuned the experience into a well-oiled machine. Everything about Forza Horizon 6 is a celebration of cars and speed, a gorgeous tour of Japan that purrs like a kitten and roars like a kaiju when you put your foot down. A joy to play and also a terrific third place to visit when you dive into its car meets, this is digital car culture at its very best. Read our Forza Horizon 6 review. See at Xbox Store Advertisement Gears of War: Reloaded The original Gears of War landed on Xbox 360 almost 20 years ago, and in a testament to its enduring popularity, this updated version of the classic still feels as fun to play today as it was in 2006. The game is still a tightly constructed shooter with plenty of blockbuster moments and one of the best weapons in gaming history, the Lancer chainsaw-rifle. This version polishes it up for modern-day hardware, but the gameplay remains as polished as ever while you work your way through encounters with the Locust army. Or as protagonist Marcus Fenix would say, nice. Advertisement Gears Tactics Gears Tactics cleverly applies the aesthetic and atmosphere of the franchise to a tactics game. Despite being a totally different genre, Gears Tactics still feels like a natural addition to the iconic franchise thanks to sound mechanics and great level design. Many of the notable Gears of War gameplay systems and quirks are adapted into the top-down tactical spin on the genre. With a meaningful progression system, deep but approachable tactical encounters, and a number of great boss battles, Gears Tactics is a can’t-miss experience for Gears aficionados and strategy game fans alike. Read our Gears Tactics review. See at Xbox Store Featured in this image Gears Tactics View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Grounded 2 Obsidian's survival-crafting sequel builds on the strong foundation established by the first game to deliver a vibrant alternative to all of the gloomy survival games on the market today. It's still in an early access phase, but if history repeats itself, we're expecting Grounded 2 to be a bigger and better sequel that remains fun to play while Obsidian continues to fine-tune it. Read our Grounded 2 review. Advertisement Halo: The Master Chief Collection If you’ve never played the Halo franchise before, Halo: The Master Chief Collection is the perfect place to start. The Master Chief Collection comes with six Halo games, including remastered versions of the first two original Xbox entries. Halo features some of the very best single-player campaigns in the genre as well as extremely solid online multiplayer, at least after years of fixes and improvements. Back when the collection was originally released, the online multiplayer was spotty to say the least, but it has come a long way. Halo: The Master Chief Collection offers the best way to play some of the most heralded first-person shooters ever created. Read our Halo: The Master Chief Collection review. See at Xbox Store Advertisement Hi-Fi Rush Hi-Fi Rush is a bright, popcorn animated adventure from the studio that brought you… The Evil Within? As surprising as that is, what may be even more impressive is that this is an absolute gem of a rhythm-action game. The original IP follows Chai, a good-hearted doofus who signs up for free cybernetic surgery and ends up with a Zune grafted into his chest. He comes out of the other side with the power to defeat corporate ne'er-do-wells to the gyrating beat of the world. It's like Elite Beat Agents mashed together with Devil May Cry. Read our Hi-Fi Rush review. See at Xbox Store Advertisement Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition Enchanting and utterly engrossing, Hollow Knight is one of the best metroidvanias ever made. Team Cherry’s adventure stars a nameless knight armed with a nail who explores a labyrinthine world known as Hallownest. With a gorgeous art style and an incredible amount of variation in the environments, Hollow Knight’s expansive world is a constant joy to explore. Challenging combat rewards those with patience and perseverance. Hollow Knight truly stands out in a fairly crowded genre. If you haven’t waded through Hallownest yet, now’s a great time to slay some insect ahead of the sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong. Read our Hollow Knight review. See at Xbox Store Advertisement Hollow Knight: Silksong After years of waiting--and several summoning circles--Hollow Knight: Silksong has finally arrived and it's turning out to be an overwhelming follow-up to its predecessor. Team Cherry's Hollow Knight follow-up builds on a successful formula, evolving it to a near-perfect state where you get to explore labyrinthine worlds, challenge powerful foes, and master a nuanced combat system as the protagonist, Hornet. Advertisement Indiana Jones and the Great Circle MachineGames' take on Indiana Jones is a masterful take on the famous relic hunter. The action is a tightly designed clockwork of action, stealth, and immersive-sim elements that capture Indy's famous improvisational style. The story is rich and engaging and belongs right on the shelf next to some of Indy's other great adventures. And the character and worldbuilding are all top-notch, which helps to sell Troy Baker's take on the famous character popularized by actor Harrison Ford. It's the complete package, and a great reason to subscribe to Game Pass. Read our Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review. See at Amazon Advertisement Keeper Keeper is exactly the kind of game that Game Pass needs. A weird and experimental title from Double Fine, Keeper is an artistic triumph with a heartfelt tale at its core. Constantly interesting on a visual level and frequently reinventing itself with new gameplay hooks, Keeper is a strong example of why video games can be considered art. Read our Keeper review. Advertisement Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Set in Bohemia during 1403, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is an incredibly immersive adventure. Full of complex quests and improvements that leave its predecessor in the dust, the open-world RPG offers varied quests, streamlined combat with plenty of depth, and plenty of consequences for your actions. Advertisement Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth doesn't just offer a greatly improved turn-based RPG system; it also serves as a swansong for longtime protagonist Kiryu Kazuma. A tale of redemption and family, Infinite Wealth plays like a greatest hits compilation between the past and the future of the franchise. Dropping players right in the middle of another gangland soap opera, it's an absurd and action-packed game that wears its heart on its sleeve. Advertisement Manor Lords Though it's still in early access, Manor Lords has quickly gained a following as a deep and engrossing strategy game that encompasses several different types of strategy at once. You'll build a city with complex social and economic systems at play, as well as take part in huge tactical battles against rival lords. Building your civilization from almost nothing and helping it manage trials like an unforgiving winter is so satisfying, and the depth of the game is made even more impressive by it being the work of just one developer. See at Xbox Store Advertisement Minami Lane Management sims are--by design--a stressful time. Sure, the sense of victory that comes from braving an administrative adventure is second to none, but Minami Lane puts a cozy spin on this genre so that your blood pressure doesn't spike. It's a digestible city-builder with a wholesome vibe that is worth checking out. Advertisement Minishoot Adventures The next best thing to a classic top-down Legend of Zelda adventure, Minishoot Adventures is an adorable adventure that adds some twin-stick shooter gameplay to that classic Hylian formula. Packing a delightful sense of exploration with an approachable level of challenge, it's an indie gem that doesn't outstay its welcome. Advertisement Monster Train 2 Save the Spire saw a new wave of roguelike deckbuilders follow in its wake, and Monster Train was easily one of the best. The bar was set high for the sequel, but Monster Train 2 is a confident follow-up to the first game that builds on its solid foundation and adds a few new twists and a tremendous amount of replayability. Advertisement Nine Sols Hollow Knight: Silksong is dominating the metroidvania charts right now, but don't sleep on Nine Sols. Beautifully crafted and featuring a rich hand-drawn art style, the game combines its metroidvania influences with Sekiro-inspired combat to create tense and exciting moments in every level you explore. The smooth animation combined with the responsive controls makes for a winning formula, while the "Taopunk" setting gives the game a unique look and feel. Advertisement Ninja Gaiden 4 When all the pieces fall together, Ninja Gaiden 4 offers an intoxicating blend of action and challenge. The first mainline entry in many years, Ninja Gaiden 4 is focused purely on gameplay and over-the-top boss fights that'll push you to the very edge of your seat. It's the purest lean-forward game out there, a fast-paced meat-grinder that requires your utmost concentration, but being in the zone with this game is an absolute treat once you start dishing out gruesome combos. The story and its lead protagonist are instantly forgettable, but the experience of scraping through battles against ultra-aggressive enemies and tanky bosses will stay with you long after the credits roll. Read our Ninja Gaiden 4 review. Advertisement Ori series Both games in Moon Studios’ incredible Ori series are worth playing. Ori and the Blind Forest and its 2020 sequel Ori and the Will of the Wisps are two of the best platformers available on Xbox. 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Read our Resident Evil Village review. Advertisement The Rogue Prince of Persia It's a great time to be a Prince of Persia fan, as not only have we gotten the superb metroidvania The Lost Crown, but also Evil Empire's fun roguelike The Rogue Prince of Persia. After spending several months in Steam Early Access, the full game is a terrific love-letter to classic Prince of Persia action, mixing the influences of the older platforming games with plenty of Dead Cells DNA. Where The Rogue Prince of Persia sets itself apart is in its movement and storytelling, as the game is at its best when you're using parkour to smoothly dodge traps and acrobatic combat to weave between enemies as you build up strength for a glorious run. Advertisement Sea of Thieves A live-service game that's not all about the shooting, Sea of Thieves is Rare's quirky take on a pirate simulator. It's gone through a lot of iterations since it was first released in 2018, so nowadays it's a full-fledged pirate simulator. You can crew your ship and sail the high seas, plunder other ships, find hidden treasure, and even deal with otherworldly pirate ghosts. Read our Sea of Thieves review. See at Xbox Store Advertisement Slay the Spire Slay the Spire marries deck-building with roguelike systems to create one of the best indies in recent years. Throughout your journey up the Spire, you square off against monsters, uncover treasures, and expand your deck of cards. Slay the Spire's card-based combat is easy to get the hang of but requires trial and error to find success. While you have to start back at the beginning each time you die, you gradually earn new cards, which help you advance further the next time. It’s an intoxicating loop that makes it easy to want to try “one more time” before putting down the controller. Each of Slay the Spire’s four playable characters have unique decks, adding a ton of incentive to brave the Spire for subsequent runs after the credits roll. Read our Slay the Spire review. See at Xbox Store Advertisement South of Midnight Compulsion Games has repeatedly designed incredible worlds that are rich in atmosphere and intrigue, and South of Midnight is no exception. Set in the American Deep South and inspired by the myths told by the people who live there, South of Midnight encapsulates the sights, sounds, and culture of a place rarely explored in video games and doesn't shy away from delving into the community's hardships and traumas to weave together a fantastical and oftentimes chilling gothic horror tale. The whole experience is brought to life with superb voice acting and a poignant soundtrack, transforming otherwise ordinary moments of combat and platforming into a cinematic experience that's well-worth experiencing. Read our South of Midnight review. Advertisement Star Wars Outlaws Star Wars Outlaws might be a one-and-done game, but Ubisoft's dive into the seedier underbelly of that famous sci-fi franchise is a thrill ride. 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Read our Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3+4 review. Advertisement Vampire Crawlers Do you normally avoid deckbuilding roguelikes? Then you might want to check out Vampire Crawlers, as this Vampire Survivors spin-off captures the best part of that genre and boils it down into an approachable and highly engaging experience. Where Vampire Crawlers shines is in its deceptive simplicity, as the idea of comboing cards and steadily gaining power makes for an approachable game. A few runs in, and the depth behind each set of cards you're dealt, the Crawlers you take along with you for a fresh go at a demon-infested dairy plant, and the satisfying thrill of playing a winning hand all combine to create one of the best "just one more turn" games of the year. Read our Vampire Crawlers review. Advertisement Wheel World When it comes to gaming, there's nothing in the rulebook that says a cycling game can't cover topics like the apocalypse and ghosts. 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This week is a mixed bag for deals, as many of the discounts from previous weeks are starting to disappear. There are still dozens of games on sale, however, including old hits like Alan Wake 2, God of War: Ragnarok, and Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, making it a good time to finally start attacking your backlog. The same is true for accessories, with a handful of price cuts disappearing, though enticing DualSense and headset deals are still active. Folks in the market for a new PS5 will want to snag the Ghost of Yotei Gold Limited Edition Bundle for $600. With Sony's price hike in full effect, this is arguably the best way to pick up a PS5 this month. Along with a console adorned with exclusive Ghost of Yotei graphics and a disc drive, you'll get a similarly styled DualSense and a copy of the game. There are dozens of other great discounts on PlayStation games and hardware available, and to help you find them, here's a look at the best PS5 deals this week. Best PS5 Game Deals If you missed out on Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, now is a good time to add it to your collection. The metroidvania is just $15 (was $40), and it earned a 9/10 in our review. Along with colorful graphics and plenty of secrets to unlock across its many areas, you'll encounter some truly challenging platforming segments, mind-bending puzzles, and enemies that require both quick wits and planning to defeat. Octopath Traveler 0 is just a few bucks away from its all-time low price at $39 (was $50), and if you're seeking a nuanced RPG with an exciting storyline, it's an easy recommendation. There's no need to have played any of the other games in the series, as it serves as a prequel. With a complex combat system and relaxing town-building mechanics, most players have found it to be an excellent entry in the franchise. Another excellent RPG is also cheap right now, with Metaphor: ReFantazio listed for $26.49 (was $70). Crafted by the same folks responsible for Persona, it gets you a striking art style, memorable characters, and a constant sense of adventure. Our review gave it an elusive 10/10. Folks on the hunt for something that'll get their adrenaline pumping, Diablo 4 is $40 (was $70). The game has seen massive improvements over the years, and it's arguably in the best spot it's ever been. Keep in mind that this is just the base game--if you're hoping to enjoy the Lord of Hatred expansion, you'll need to drop extra cash. But since the base game has tons of content to enjoy (and a new season recently began), you shouldn't feel like you're missing out on much. Other good deals include Astro Bot for $45.49 (was $60), Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion for $30 (was $50), Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 for $40 (was $60), Rise of the Ronin for $45 (was $70), and Hitman: World of Assassination for $20 (was $30). And if you're excited for the new Mortal Kombat movie, Mortal Kombat 1 is on sale for $20 (was $30). Fans of SpongeBob also shouldn't miss the steep discount on SpongeBob: Battle for Bikini Bottom (Shiny Edition), as it comes with collectibles such as wallstickers, lithographs, a pair of socks, and a hilarious SpongeBob statue for $60 ($150). PS5 Physical Game Discounts Alan Wake 2: Deluxe Edition -- $39 ($60) Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon -- $20 ($30) Astro Bot -- $45.49 ($60) Borderlands 4 -- $40 ($50) Borderlands 4: Super Deluxe Edition -- $60 ($130) Code Vein 2: Ultimate Edition -- $60 ($100) Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion -- $30 ($50) Diablo 4 -- $40 ($70) Digimon Story Time Stranger -- $40 ($70) Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake -- $45 ($60) Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake -- $30 ($60) Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut -- $42 ($70) God of War: Ragnarok -- $32 ($70) Gran Turismo 7 -- $38 ($70) Hitman: World of Assassination -- $20 ($30) Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered -- $30 ($50) Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 -- $40 ($60) The Last of Us: Part I -- $39 ($70) The Last of Us: Part II Remastered -- $37 ($50) Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth -- $17 ($70) Marvel's Spider-Man 2 -- $43 ($70) Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales -- $29 ($50) Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (Tactical Edition) -- $33.55 ($50) Metaphor: ReFantazio -- $26.49 ($70) Mortal Kombat 1 -- $20 ($30) Ninja Gaiden 4 -- $51.50 ($70) Octopath Traveler 0 -- $39 ($50) Persona 3 Reload -- $20 ($70) Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown -- $15 ($40) Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart -- $41 ($70) Resident Evil 7 Biohazard (Gold Edition) -- $20 ($30) Rise of the Ronin -- $45 ($70) Silent Hill 2 -- $30 ($40) SpongeBob: Battle for Bikini Bottom (Shiny Edition) -- $60 ($150) Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order -- $33 ($40) Star Wars: Squadrons (PS4) -- $10 ($40) Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster -- $20 ($30) Stellar Blade -- $53 ($70) Unicorn Overlord -- $34 ($60) Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 (Preowned) -- $22 ($28) Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 -- $39.49 ($50) Wuchang: Fallen Feathers (Day 1 Edition) -- $42.60 ($50) Best PS5 Accessory Deals There aren't any notable deals for new DualSense Controllers, but you can still get a PS5 DualSense Controller (Refurbished, White) for $65 (was $80) at Target. Considering these controllers rarely go on sale, that price cut could be the best deal we see for quite a while. The deal has been around for a few weeks now, and it's unclear when Target will end the promo. If you don't mind third-party gamepads, the Razer Raiju V3 Pro Wireless Controller is $155 (was $220), and it's a popular alternative to the premium DualSense Edge. Equipped with four removable back buttons and two claw grip bumpers that are fully mappable, it's great for accessibility purposes and competitive gaming. Make sure to clip the coupon on the Amazon store page to get the full discount. If you need an affordable headset, the Razer BlackShark V2 X Gaming Headset is $40 (was $60). It gets you reliable 50mm drivers, plush earcups, and support for surround sound, though it doesn't feel or sound quite as premium as its high-end competitors. You'll also have to put up with a wired connection. Still, for just $30, you're getting a headset that'll perform admirably. The Sony Inzone H9 Gaming Headset has a nice offer this week, too, with Amazon discounting it to $198 (was $330). Built for PC and PS5, it supports 360-degree spatial sound, uses mutliple microphones to improve its noise-canceling skills, and is built with both a plush headband and earcups for support. Give it a look if you game across both platforms, as it's a highly rated choice. Grown tired of your PS5's bland appearance? Check out the 50% discount on dbrand Darkplates 2.0. Starting at $40 (was $80), these are essentially console covers with an additional cutout for improved ventilation and the option to kit them out with lightstrips and flashy patterns. They've been on sale for about a month now, and dbrand isn't advertising an end date for the promo. dbrand Darkplates 2.0 -- $40 ($80) HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset -- $120 ($200) PlayStation DualSense Controller (Refurbished, White) -- $65 ($80) PowerA Twin Charging Station for DualSense -- $21.49 ($28) Razer BlackShark V2 X Gaming Headset -- $40 ($60) Razer Raiju V3 Pro Wireless Controller -- $155 ($220) Sony Inzone H9 Gaming Headset -- $228 ($330) Best PS5 Hardware Deals (PS5 Slim, PS5 Pro, PS Portal) PlayStation increased the prices of all PS5 models earlier this year, and after a bit of lag time, all retailers seem to have received the memo. In other words, it's hard to find a PS5 console carrying its old price tag. You can, however, find the stylish Ghost of Yotei Gold Limited Edition Bundle for $600, getting you a Slim Disc Edition console, DualSense Controller, and a copy of Ghost of Yotei. 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Two things can be said of Diablo IV leading up to the release of Lord of Hatred: First and foremost, as a series, Diablo has never been in a better or more promising place. Secondly, the game's first expansion, Vessel of Hatred, was a bit of a letdown following a tremendous first act. With those things in mind, it's safe to say that there are very high expectations for the game's forthcoming expansion. And, if the stakes weren't high enough, Lord of Hatred also carries with it two promises: a first look at the long-teased and highly-awaited land of Skovos, and an epic conclusion to the game's ongoing Hatred Saga--one featuring a major showdown with the Lord of Hatred himself. Oftentimes, expectations and promises only pave the way for disappointment. Fortunately, that's not the case with Lord of Hatred. Diablo IV's latest expansion triumphs at maintaining the series' momentum while also delivering a powerful gut punch of a third act--one that weaves together years of events and lore to create the series' most-compelling narrative to date. Lord of Hatred offers both a spectacular conclusion to the Hatred Saga and plenty of changes that grant it greater longevity than ever before, including two powerhouse classes, plenty of improvements, and strong endgame content. Lord of Hatred picks up not long after the events of Vessel of Hatred, which ultimately saw Mephisto take over the body of Akarat--a messiah-like figure in the Diablo universe. Through using Akarat's kindly visage, his own manipulative tactics, and performing "miracles," Mephisto has quickly managed to convince much of Sanctuary's population that he is a force for good--one who possesses the power to not only purify their lands, but their very souls as well. Even the most cunning of warriors find themselves in his thrall, their desperation for a better world ultimately contorting them into gullible disciples. As such, you, The Wanderer, and your faithful companions, Lorath and Neyrelle, come to be viewed as dissenting pariahs. And the fact that a demon's blood flows through your veins certainly doesn't help your case against the fraudulent prophet. With stakes this high and a literal hour of darkness--or rather, a massive eclipse--rapidly approaching, your party takes to the ancient islands of Skovos in search of aid and a weapon that might strike down Mephisto. As the birthplace of mankind and home to both the Amazons and the divine order of oracles, Skovos is a monumental location in the Diablo universe--one that has been teased since Diablo II and comes with sky-high expectations. Fortunately, Skovos lives up to them and provides a stunning backdrop for Lord of Hatred's events. The Mediterranean-inspired archipelago, with its clear waters, crumbling cliffsides, volcanoes, and massive temples, feels truly sacred, making its ongoing desecration all the more startling. Mephisto's corruption extends to the environment and the enemies you'll face off against in Skovos. The reanimated Drowned trudge from the sea to throw themselves against the Amazonian guardians in wave after wave of devastation, while blighted creatures and golems ambush you in the forests. This all offers a nice break from your run-of-the-mill demons, though you'll certainly get plenty of those as well. Combat in Lord of Hatred feels more or less unchanged, but this isn't unexpected or a bad thing, of course. Diablo IV's combat is already immensely satisfying and just the right level of overwhelming, so more of the same is high praise. Playing on Hard, I faced a bit of initial friction but then quickly acclimated and got my build up to a point where even the largest of waves became a relative breeze. However, all my crowd-control techniques and sheer ability to pump out damage meant naught to some of the expansion's brutal bosses. Lord of Hatred's boss fights are among the most strategic and demanding in Diablo history. This is largely due to an increasing emphasis on what I'd describe as raid-like encounters; just like in the notoriously challenging Uber Lilith battle, simply where you're standing can mean the difference between life and death. One boss boasted lightning-quick reflexes, making placing down stationary abilities superfluous; a few bosses repeatedly went invincible, requiring me to navigate a chaotic battlefield and interact with the right items or areas to progress; another left me feeling utterly powerless, though that's all I can share without giving away too much. However, I wish I could share even more on what lies ahead--I'm certain a few of these bosses will be remembered as all-timers. You'll find that wishing I could share more is a common theme in this review. It's both a blessing and a curse that I am unable to discuss the latter half of the expansion's story; a blessing, as it would be rude to ruin the twists and sheer spectacle of the experience, and a curse because I want nothing more than to describe in detail all the ways this story is the best the team has ever crafted. Though it takes a bit for things to really heat up and a couple plot points are slightly underbaked, the payoff is tremendous. Despite its sinister-sounding name and abundance of tragic moments, Lord of Hatred places great emphasis on love, sacrifice, and, above all else, the power of enduring hope. Though that might sound a bit quaint for Diablo, rest assured that all of these are explored through dark means, which ultimately makes their presence more impactful. After all, it takes darkness to appreciate the light. Suffice to say, Lord of Hatred takes that idea to heart, weaving both light and darkness to create an unforgettable experience. This expansion transforms Diablo IV into a cohesive and shockingly timely celebration of the human spirit--a reminder that even against unfathomable odds, our compassion and grit make humans a force to be reckoned with. And though hatred and misinformation might be unrelenting, so are we. Lord of Hatred's focus on the duality of light and darkness is further exemplified by its two new classes: the Paladin and the Warlock. As the Paladin class has been playable for the past four months for those who preordered Lord of Hatred (and we've already written up some of our thoughts), my focus here will be on the Warlock. However, it's worth noting that I've sunk a lot of time into the Paladin as well, and find the class to be a familiar take on the fan-favorite class that succeeds in delivering the holy knight power fantasy Diablo fans have come to love. Though Warlocks have traditionally been depicted as magic-wielders who gain their powers through entering a pact with a dark entity or demon, Diablo IV redefines the class in the most Diablo way possible. Instead of bargaining with demons, which would arguably feel wildly out of place in Diablo, Warlocks hunt and bind the hellish creatures, forcing them to bend to their will and serve them. The Warlock class is then divided into four archetypes based on what type of demons the player controls: the Legion, the Vanguard, the Mastermind, and the Ritualist. Initially, I built my Warlock up to be a bit of a Ritualist-Legion hybrid, focusing more on hanging back, summoning demons, and flooding the battlefield with hellfire. This was immensely fun, but I felt myself longing to be a bit more active and, perhaps counterintuitively, eager to lean away from the class's summoning. Though the Warlock feels different from the Necromancer or Spiritborn, I felt my itch to summon was properly scratched by those classes for me. I decided to pivot to something more dark and dexterous, with less emphasis on summoning minions and more emphasis on shadows and stealth. Though I gave myself the ability to summon Beholder-esque creatures and swarms of dark, leech-like creatures from the abyss, I focused on boosting my more direct attacks, debuffs, and trapping enemies with thick chains and an ability called Dark Prison. In experimenting with my build, I found that--while the archetypes Blizzard suggests are a good starting point--the updates to the game's skill tree and increased level cap (70 instead of 60) make the process of building a tailor-made character far more fun and viable. Those who grind out endgame content and keep up with Diablo IV's seasonal content are probably well aware that there is a meta to the game; plenty of sites and creators focus intensely on nailing down and meticulously outlining very specific endgame builds, and I've appreciated and utilized them over the past few years. But while I'm confident there will still be a meta and folks out there doing the work to create the most effective builds possible, the greater amount of versatility and ability to invest up to 15 skill points in a single ability make things far more interesting. Perhaps the most significant adjustment is that most abilities can actually change their affinity or typing once you reach a certain level. Previously, once I had committed to a set build, I largely ignored branches of the skill tree that did nothing to amplify it. But thanks to the capability to transform a hellfire-based ability into an abyss-based ability, for example, I was suddenly way more attentive to every pathway and every option. Somehow, this slightly more condensed skill tree feels far more unlimited, and that's an exciting prospect. Though I didn't get the chance to dig into the other classes, I am thrilled by what kind of builds await me and how this will reshape Diablo IV's meta. As for the expansion's endgame content, War Plans--a new feature that allows players to create a playlist of up to five endgame activities, such as nightmare dungeons or pit dives--is an extremely satisfying addition that helps demystify running high-level content by making it more seamless and easier for those playing solo. The Horadric Cube upgrade system solves some issues folks have with Diablo IV's emphasis on equipment quantity over quality, allowing you to better shape your gear to your needs--even if the interface is a bit confusing initially. With all that said, Lord of Hatred is a must-play expansion. The final chapter of the Hatred Saga triumphs in amplifying all of Diablo IV's best qualities while also introducing fantastic quality-of-life updates, breathing life into the game, and providing players with the best narrative arc in Diablo history. All that plus the addition of two fantastic new classes, and you have a truly meaningful expansion that elevates Diablo IV as a whole. Though Blizzard thankfully seems to be keeping things open-ended, leaving me hopeful this isn't the end of Diablo IV, Lord of Hatred offers a satisfying conclusion to a truly great saga.
Like the seemingly unending comic book movie craze, Hollywood loves to find a type of film that it can turn into the next big cultural touchstone. Over the years, we've seen movies based on video games attempt to reach that level, with varying levels of success. We've seen adaptations of games for decades, but, to be fair, a lot of these were awful adaptations. Many of them missed the point of the source material and were clumsily executed--although we'll always have a soft spot for the 1994 Street Fighter movie--but lately, we've seen some big changes in this genre. The Super Mario Bros. Movie took the world by storm when it was released, earning an obscene amount of cash at the box office, while the Uncharted and both Sonic the Hedgehog movies were also successful. With fresh new IPs to option, dozens of video game movies have been announced over the last couple of years, and while production is moving swiftly on several of them, many more appear to be trapped in the lowest levels of development hell. We're hopeful that we'll see some progress on these long-in-development films, but until Hollywood says otherwise, here's a deep dive into the video game movies that could be showing at your local cinema in the future. If there's not an attached release date or it's not a sequel, though, keep in mind these could also just never be made in the end. 1. Elden Ring Not only is an Elden Ring movie officially in development at powerhouse distributor A24, but the project will be written and directed by Alex Garland of Ex Machina, Annihilation, and Civil War fame. Game of Thrones author George R. R. Martin--who helped to develop the lore of the Elden Ring video game--is also involved as a producer on the movie project. Scheduled to hit cinemas in 2027, the Elden Ring movie has also found its cast: Warfare's Kit Connor has been confirmed to star in the film, and he'll be joined by Ben Whislaw, Tom Burke, Havana Rose Liu, Sonoya Mizuno, Jonathan Pryce, Ruby Cruz, John Hodgkinson, Jefferson Hall, Emma Laird, and Peter Serafinowicz. Advertisement 2. Helldivers Announced at CES 2025, Helldivers is one of two projects currently in development through Sony and its subsidiary, Columbia Pictures. Helldivers is essentially a spiritual successor to Paul Verhoeven's Starship Troopers film, and is set in a future where humanity worships freedom and the concept of managed democracy. The games have a cheeky sense of humor, and the studio behind them would love to see several A-list celebrities in the movie--provided that they're killed off in hilariously over-the-top scenes. The film project has also found its director in Justin Lin, who helmed several Fast and Furious movies. Advertisement 3. The Mortuary Assistant One of the few adaptations on this list not stuck in development hell, production on indie horror game The Mortuary Assistant recently kicked off. Jeremiah Kipp will direct the movie--which stars Gossip Girl and Arrow star Willa Holland in the lead--and the filmmaker envisions this project as a companion piece to the game that will flesh out its lore further. Advertisement 4. Watch Dogs More than 10 years after it was first announced, filming finally began on Watch Dogs in July, a series of open-world games published by Ubisoft and featuring hacktivist gameplay. Directed by Mathieu Turi (The Deep Dark), the film Tom Blyth and Sophia Wilde. Additional casting details or a release date have yet to be revealed. Principal photography wrapped up in September, and the project is now in its post-production phase. Advertisement 5. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 With Sonic the Hedgehog 3 being massively profitable, another sequel was inevitable. Earlier this year, Paramount has announced that Sonic the Hedgehog 4 will be racing into theaters on March 19, 2027, but details are being kept under wraps for now. Advertisement 6. El Paso, Elsewhere First announced in 2024, the feature film adaptation of El Paso, Elsewhere is already lining up some big talent to potentially headline it. Academy Award nominee LaKeith Stanfield was said to be in talks to star in and produce the movie alongside Di Bonaventura Pictures (Transformers), but since then, there has been nothing but radio silence on the project. Advertisement 7. Death Stranding Hideo Kojima's Death Stranding takes place in a fascinating universe, one where an extinction-level event has almost wiped out humanity and where being caught out in the rain is a painful death sentence. It's also weird as hell, packed with some very recognizable Hollywood faces, and it has no shortage of material to explore. The feature film adaptation was announced back in 2022, and in December 2023, film and television company A24 officially revealed its partnership with Kojima Productions to bring Death Stranding to life… or Death. Kojima has big plans for this IP, as not only is he involved in the production of the Death Stranding movie, but he's also planning to create a Death Stranding film universe. Advertisement 8. Untitled Death Stranding Animated Movie Not only is a live-action Death Stranding movie in development, so too is an "adult-targeted" animated movie. This one is still in the early stages of development, but what we do know so far is that Aaron Guzikowski--writer of the 2013 Denis Villeneuve movie Prisoners--will work on the screenplay and it'll be tonally similar to Predator: Killer of Killers and the upcoming John Wick animated prequel. Advertisement 9. Call of Duty Call of Duty has been one of the biggest video game franchises for decades now, and at long last, that blockbuster action is headed to the big screen. Paramount will develop, produce, and distribute a live-action feature film based on Call of Duty, and the film company says that it's "committed to honoring the brand’s rich narrative and distinctive style" of this adaptation. It's still early days for the project, but Paramount has recruited some of its best writers for the project, including Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan. Advertisement 10. The Legend of Zelda Release date: March 26, 2027 A live-action Legend of Zelda movie is on the way, and while it's still in an early pre-production phase, the co-production between Nintendo and Sony Pictures is scheduled to arrive on May 7, 2027. The movie has also found its lead actors, as as Zelda will be played by Bo Bragason, and Link will be portrayed by Benjamin Evan Ainsworth. Advertisement 11. Resident Evil Admittedly, most Resident Evil live-action adaptations have been charmingly bad, while the rest of them have simply been downright terrible. For the next stab at the franchise--currently scheduled to land in cinemas in 2026--Barbarian director Zach Cregger is aiming to deliver something completely different to Paul W.S. Anderson's series of Resident Evil movies, as the filmmaker recently expressed a desire to make something closer to the terrifying tone of the classic games. The first trailer for the project also went live recently, hinting at a terrifying vision for Cregger's take on the classic survival-horror game franchise. Advertisement 12. Another Minecraft Movie Scheduled to arrive on July 23, 2027, A Minecraft Movie director Jared Hess will return to helm the sequel. Advertisement 13. Split Fiction One of the best games of the year has only been out for a few months, and Hollywood is already looking to bring it to the big screen. Euphoria's Sydney Sweeney is currently set to star in it, with Jon M. Chu directing. Work has begun on a script, with Deadpool and Wolverine screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick working on it. Advertisement 14. BioShock Netflix announced a BioShock movie back in 2022, and while the project appears to be in limbo, and The Boys and Novacaine actor Jack Quaid recently said that he would "love" to be in it. Other than that tidbit of dream casting, details on the movie have been locked up tight, but a 2024 report did claim that budget cuts at Netflix had forced the movie project to be "reconfigured" into a smaller and more personal film. Advertisement 15. Just Cause Just Cause, a series of open-world video games where character development takes a backseat to gloriously over-the-top explosions, is the perfect vehicle for a gratuitously violent popcorn blockbuster with a bloated pyrotechnics budget. It has been a long time since we've heard any news on the project, as in 2017, the film was set to be directed by Brad Peyton and would star Jason Momoa. Peyton eventually dropped out and was replaced by Michael Dowse (Stuber), but since then, there's been nothing but radio silence on this project. Advertisement 16. Just Dance While the heyday of dancing movies is long over, there might still be room for Ubisoft's infectiously fun Just Dance series to shine on the silver screen. The only problem here is that after production company Screen Gems won the motion picture rights to Just Dance all the way in 2019, we've heard next to nothing on the status of this project. Advertisement 17. Untitled Sonic Universe movie Paramount announced a new Sonic-related movie project for release in theaters on December 22, 2028. Details on it have yet to be revealed, but the company is referring to it as a "Sonic Universe" movie. Advertisement 18. Martha is Dead Don't let the title fool you, because this isn't a Batman prequel movie! Instead, Martha is Dead is a creepy thriller set against the backdrop of Italy during World War 2. As the twin sister of Martha, who was recently discovered drowned and dead in a lake, players had to navigate a tangled web of mystery as the Allied war machine edged closer to home. The game developer, LKA, has teamed up with UK publisher Wired Productions and Swedish film production company Studios Extraordinaires for this film project. Advertisement 19. Metal Gear Solid Kong: Skull Island director Jordan Vogt-Roberts's Metal Gear Solid project has been gestating for close to a decade now, and it looks increasingly likely that it's stuck in development hell. Updates have been few and far between, with the last notable mention of the film being in 2022 when Oscar Isaac--who is attached to play Solid Snake--mentioned that the focus was on finding a good story to do the legendary game justice. Advertisement 20. Bloodborne A Bloodborne sequel might not ever see the light of day, but at least fans of From Software’s dark horror adventure can look forward to an animated feature film. Sony Pictures is set to release the film, and according to reports, the R-rated Bloodborne movie will remain "very true" to the bloody spirit of its source material. YouTuber and gamer Seán McLoughlin--AKA JackSepticEye--is also on board as a producer, and he's aiming to do justice to the cult-classic game. Advertisement 21. Pac-Man We've had Pac-Man cartoon series, a starring role in a Futurama episode, and a villainous turn in an Adam Sandler film, and at long last, Bandai Namco's pellet-chomping hero is ready for top billing. A live-action project based on an original idea from Sonic the Hedgehog movie producer Chuck Williams has been announced, but there have been no further details revealed yet on the potential cast, director, or a release date since the 2022 announcement. Advertisement 22. Pokemon: Detective Pikachu sequel 2019's Detective Pikachu had a great box office run, sleuthing up an impressive $433 million worldwide. A sequel starring the gumshoe electric rat was a safe bet, but several years later, details on the sequel have been hard to come by. A representative for Legendary Entertainment said that the film is still "in active development," but beyond that, details on this movie are scarcer than a shiny Pokemon in the wild. Advertisement 23. Poppy Playtime We might be looking at a new boom in horror movies starring sadistic mascots after the success of Five Nights at Freddy's, and you can add Poppy Playtime to that list. The original game is set in an abandoned toy factory inhabited by killer collectibles, and for the film adaptation, Studio71 is handling production duties. The studio is well-known for its work on the recent VHS horror movies, making this company a good fit for the unique terror of Poppy Playtime. Advertisement 24. Portal It has been a long time since there has been any movement on Portal, Valve's wonderfully challenging game of interdimensional puzzles, but producer JJ Abrams really wants you to know that the film project isn't dead yet. Or at least, it was definitely still being worked on in 2021 when Abrams mentioned that a script was being written. Is the film cake a lie? Only time will tell. Advertisement 25. Rabbids It was only a matter of time until the Minions of video games, Rabbids, were optioned for a film deal. Film production company Lionsgate landed the movie rights to Ubisoft's Rabbids in 2019, but like several other video game movie projects, this appears to be another gaming IP stuck in development hell, much to the relief of parents across the world. Advertisement 26. Outlast An incredibly terrifying series of first-person survival-horror games, Outlast is coming to the big screen as part of a deal between Lionsgate and developer Red Barrels. Still at an early stage of development, writer JT Perry--who has worked on the stories for the games themselves--will be penning the screenplay. Advertisement 27. OutRun An adaptation of Sega's classic racing game series is in development, and while details on it are slim, we do know that Michael Bay is attached to direct. The first game originally debuted in arcades in 1986 and was subsequently ported to Master System, Genesis, Saturn, and PC over the years, with several sequels following in its wake. The last entry in the series was OutRun Online Arcade, which was developed by Sumo Digital and was released in 2009. Advertisement 28. Saints Row Another video game movie possibly stuck in development hell, there have been zero updates on the Saints Row project for several years now. At the time, writer Greg Russo said that his script was inspired by The Warriors and Escape from New York, and F. Gary Gray (The Fate of the Furious) was set to direct it. Advertisement 29. Sifu John Wick creator Derek Kolstad announced his plans to adapt the hard-hitting action game Sifu to the big screen in 2022, bringing the bone-crunching brutality of this martial arts epic to life. While the story of a martial arts prodigy out for revenge is fairly standard stuff in the genre, Sifu's added twist is that the vengeance-driven protagonist is in possession of a magical talisman that can bring them back to life, but they'll age after each use. Kolstad envisions the film as John Wick meets M. Night Shyamalan's Old, which should make for an interesting action film if it ever gets greenlit. Advertisement 30. Slime Rancher Slime Rancher is one of the most adorable games around--and one of the highest-rated on Steam--as the core pitch of wrangling cute blobs on a distant alien planet makes for some engaging fun. Not much is known about this project yet, but what we do know is that the story of young rancher Beatrix LeBeau is being adapted by Story Kitchen, a production company set up by John Wick writer Derek Kolstad. Advertisement 31. Space Channel 5 One of the defining games of the Sega Dreamcast, Space Channel 5 might sound like an obscure property to revive as a movie, but this wacky game has an equally weird pitch that could put butts in seats. The film version has been described as a mix of comedy and dance, all set to the story of a hapless fast-food worker who is recruited by a freedom reporter from the future to save the world from aliens. How? By using the power of viral dancing to save the day. So basically, TikTok: The Movie. Advertisement 32. Space Invaders Invaders! From space! New Line Cinema announced in 2019 that the classic Taito arcade game was headed to a movie screen near you, but several years later, it looks like those hostile extraterrestrials might have gotten stuck in a black hole on the way. Mortal Kombat writer Greg Russo was hired to write the script back then, but there's been no word then about the status of this alien invasion project. Advertisement 33. Stray Currently in development at Annapur(r)na Animation, Stray is another recent game destined for a silver screen debut in the future. The original game mixed stealth and post-apocalyptic vibes, but with the neat twist of controlling an orange tabby cat looking for a way back home. Along the way, the cat crosses paths with the flying drone B12, an ally who helps the furry creature escape a city of robots and parasites. Advertisement 34. Street Fighter After Talk to Me directors Duo Danny and Michael Philippou dropped out of making the Street Fighter movie, it looked like this project would remain stuck in development hell. The good news is that production kicked off properly once Kitao Sakurai stepped into the role of director, and the film features a stacked cast of actors and professional wrestlers. Jason Momoa, Roman Reigns, Noah Centineo, and David Dastmalchian are just some of the actors in the massive cast, and so far, it looks like the Street Fighter movie is an unapologetic love letter to Capcom's revered fighting game franchise. Advertisement 35. Streets of Rage Yet another project with a John Wick link to it, Sega's rough-and-tough Streets of Rage adaptation is once again a film that Derek Kolstad is involved with. An action-packed staple of the '90s, Streets of Rage was successfully revived several years ago for a fourth outing, and a new game in the series is on the way as part of Sega's new initiative to flex some retro muscles. Advertisement 36. Talking Tom If there's one thing that Hollywood has proven over the years, it's that anything can be a movie--even a collection of mobile apps featuring anthropomorphic animals talking back to you. The jury is still out on whether a good Talking Tom movie is possible, and to make things even weirder, this live-action project from Outfit7 has recruited Assassin's Creed producer Jean-Julien Baronnet to help it make the leap from mobile to big screen. Baronnet is also the producer of the Rabbids Invasion television series, so this looks like a good fit. Advertisement 37. Bendy and the Ink Machine What if Walt Disney ditched Mickey Mouse for blood-curdling horror? You'd have Bendy and the Ink Machine, a delightfully macabre send-up of classic animation full of devious puzzles to solve. With Five Nights at Freddy proving to be a huge hit at the box office, horror games are quickly being optioned by studios and this adaptation will be handled by Radar Pictures, the company behind the Jumanji reboots. Beyond that, not much else is known about the project other than Bendy creator Paul Crawford's pledge to make a "quality" film that honors the source material. Advertisement 38. Comix Zone Comix Zone, a game for which advertisements were plastered over pretty much every Marvel and DC comic book in 1995, is another retro game property coming to the big screen eventually, maybe. First announced in 2022 and described as a loose adaptation of the game--which was inspired in turn by comic books of the era--the film will follow "a jaded comic book creator and a writer who find themselves sucked into the final issue of his popular series and must fight their way out of the printed pages to stop a supervillain hellbent on destruction”. Written by Mae Catt (Young Justice), the film is also aiming to explore the power of storytelling. Advertisement 39. Clair Obscura: Expedition 33 Before the game's arrival on PC and console, it was announced that a live-action adaptation was in development. While Clair Obscura: Expedition 33 has drawn eyes to its turn-based RPG action thanks to its impressive visuals, the game does have a fascinating plot that revolves around a deadly goddess awakening once a year to cause calamity amongst the surviving humans. "Once a year, the Paintress wakes and paints upon her monolith. Paints her cursed number. And everyone of that age turns to smoke and fades away," the official synopsis reads. "Year by year, that number ticks down and more of us are erased. Tomorrow she'll wake and paint 33. And tomorrow we depart on our final mission--Destroy the Paintress, so she can never paint death again." Advertisement 40. Horizon Zero Dawn Sony is looking at a feature film adaptation of one of its biggest IPs, as while Horizon was originally lined up to get a live-action Netflix series, last year it was reported that the project wasn't moving forward due to workplace misconduct allegations surrounding The Umbrella Academy showrunner Steve Blackman. Set in a post-apocalyptic future where human civilization has reverted back to a primitive state following a cataclysmic robot uprising, the film follows the outcast Aloy as she looks to unite the tribes of humanity to prepare for a massive threat that could wipe out all life on the planet if left unchecked. Advertisement 41. Duke Nukem Is the world ready for Duke Nukem's return? A relic of the video game past--for good and bad reasons--the legendary gunslinger is making his way to theaters in a film project from the producers behind Cobra Kai. This will be an entirely new production when compared to the ill-fated Duke Nukem project that was set to star John Cena, and it was first announced in 2022. Since then, there has been radio silence on the project and it has no names attached to direct, write, or star in it. Advertisement 42. Firewatch Campo Santo's story-focused and solitary adventure game Firewatch might sound like an odd choice for a film adaptation, but producers Snoot Entertainment are aiming to bring the interactive piece of art to the big screen. No other details, such as casting announcements or tentative release window, have been revealed since the 2020 announcement, but at the time, Camp Santo co-founder Sean Vanaman had nothing but high praise for the project and the people attached to it. Advertisement 43. Ghost of Tsushima Back in 2020, Ghost of Tsushima arrived to send off the PS4 generation in grand style. A samurai tale with gorgeous visuals and intense action, the game attracted the attention of John Wick director Chad Stahelski and was quickly added to his slate of projects. Don't expect to Ghost of Tsushima on the big screen soon, as the director is currently focused on a Highlander reboot starring Henry Cavill as the legendary swordsman. Stahelski intends to create an "epic" atmosphere of samurai action while also seeing just how far he can "push the color palette" on this project. We also know that Sony is developing a Ghost of Tsushima anime spin-off, with this adaptation being handled by Demon Slayer studio Aniplex. Advertisement 44. Gravity Rush Gravity Rush has managed to escape the pull of development hell since it was first announced in 2022, as work steadily continues on it. Anna Mastro (Secret Society of Second Born Royals) is reportedly the director, and at CES 2024, an entire five seconds of footage was seen during Sony's press conference. Unlike the anime-inspired 2012 game, this version of Gravity Rush appears to be taking a more realistic approach as it brings the gravity-defying world of Hekseville to life. Advertisement 45. Dark Deception Survival-horror game Dark Deception is being adapted for the big screen, with development being led by writers Adrian Speckert and Cory Todd Hughes. The original game is a story-driven first-person horror maze game in which you must run, hide, or die at the hands of mysterious monsters. Advertisement 46. Rider's Republic Ubisoft's extreme sports live-service game Rider's Republic is also getting a feature film adaptation, and it'll be helmed by Bad Boys: Ride or Die directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah. Rider's Republic doesn't have much of a story to adapt, but the setting for the game--an extremely sporty festival set in the Alps where players can take part in a wide variety of activities--is being expanded on for this movie project. Advertisement 47. Dead by Daylight For anyone yearning for a good ol' slasher horror movie, you might want to keep your eyes peeled for Dead by Daylight. The longrunning multiplayer horror game has long been considered a love letter to cinematic terror, and its feature film adaptation will be produced by Blumhouse and James Wan (The Conjuring, Insidious). Advertisement 48. Days Gone Days Gone was an interesting--but flawed--first-party game when it first launched on PS4 in 2019, and while it didn't reach the same levels of success as Marvel's Spider-Man or Ghost of Tsushima, it might be better suited for the silver screen. A tale of love, bikers, and zombies in a post-apocalyptic world, the script for this adaptation has been written by Sheldon Turner (X-Men: First Class and the Road House remake) and is said to have a modern-day Western feel to it. Sam Heughan (Outlander) is reportedly attached to play the protagonist Deacon St. John. Advertisement 49. The Medium Horror games make for great movie adaptations--like Silent Hill and Five Nights at Freddy's to name a few--and Bloober Team's 2021 game The Medium is also headed to the big sccreen. This project is currently in development underUntil Dawn writer Gary Dauberman's Coin Operated production company and a search is now on to find a writer and a director. Advertisement 50. The House of the Dead Based on Sega's zombie-slaying shoot-'em-up series, The House of the Dead will be written and directed by Paul W.S. Anderson, who previously helmed the Resident Evil and Monster Hunter movies. Superman and Alien: Romulus star Isabela Merced has been cast as the lead, and Anderson plans for this production to be an immersive feature that plays out in real-time, giving viewers a "full-on terror ride" that will drop them straight into the action. Advertisement
These are the very best Xbox Series X|S games. The Xbox Series X|S is approaching six years old, and it's built a huge library of great games. With so much to choose from, we've curated a selection of the very best Xbox Series X|S games to play right now. We regularly review these choices to ensure we stand by them as the best the Xbox Series X|S has to offer, so this still stands as our highest recommendation for the console. As 2026 continues, this should serve as a starting point for finding the absolute cream of the crop. The future of Xbox is a more expansive brand than just a console, encompassing its suite of services like Xbox Game Pass. The subscription service has emerged as a major pillar for Microsoft, offering a vast rotating library of free games, including first-party releases. Whether you're looking for something new to play via the Game Pass subscription service or need buying advice for your next full game purchase, this list of games will steer you in the right direction. Most, but not all, of the games we've chosen are available on Xbox Game Pass. While the Series X boasts the best performance and visuals, the Series S also offers noticeable improvements and upscales to 4K. And lots can also be played on your Xbox One, either with Smart Delivery to optimize the experience or through Microsoft's cloud-streaming tech for games that outpace the last generation. If you'd rather catch up with some older, but still excellent games, be sure to read our picks for the best Xbox One games, or upgrade your gaming gear with our picks for the best Xbox controllers and best Xbox headsets. And while you're at it, check out our best PS5 games, best PS4 games, and best Nintendo Switch games too. Sign up for Game Pass Ultimate Alan Wake 2 Remedy's Alan Wake is a cult classic of the survival horror genre, and since then the studio has been building its own universe with story ties to other releases like Control. Alan Wake 2 is the sequel 13 years in the making, and it delivers. The story follows the author Alan Wake and FBI agent Saga Anderson through a mind-bending dual campaign. It leans more into horror than its predecessor and contains some truly unforgettable moments. Read our Alan Wake 2 review. See on Xbox Store Featured in this image Alan Wake II View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora I’m not afraid to admit I’m an Avatar-head. Yeah, I’m Na’vi-pilled, I think Jake Sully is coated with the goat sauce, and I hope James Cameron lives to direct Avatar 12. But, whether you love the storytelling of Avatar or not, the world of Pandora is a vivid setting begging to be explored. Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora lets you do just that, as you journey through Pandora on your own mission, free to uncover every nook and cranny. This title has been somewhat played down because of its franchise ties, but it’s a graphically stunning title that offers fun action gameplay and could be a showstopping test for your TV. Featured in this image Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Avowed The studio behind The Outer Worlds has been busy. Not only is a sequel to its sci-fi RPG due later this year, but it delved back into a fantasy setting this year with Avowed as well. Obsidian's latest doesn't quite have as many deep and interlocking systems as similar-looking games like Fallout and Elder Scrolls, but it's a refined take that lets you skip to the fun and customize your character's combat to your liking. It's some of the best first-person RPG combat around, and definitely worth a try on that basis alone. Plus it takes place in the Pillars of Eternity universe, helping flesh out that universe for fans. Read our Avowed review. See at Amazon Featured in this image Avowed View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Arc Raiders One of the biggest hits of 2025, Arc Raiders isn't just a well-designed extraction shooter. It's also a game where the community has come together to craft stories and moments you won't find anywhere else. The threat of being sniped by an opportunistic player is always present, but more often than not, you'll find yourself engaged in missions and events that make for perfect chatter around the office cooler. It's those constant surprises, unseen betrayals, and scrappy adventuring in a NASA-punk world that have helped propel Arc Raiders into the spotlight. Read our Arc Raiders review. Advertisement Blue Prince Blue Prince is an incredible puzzle adventure game that is bound to stay with you for a long time. As the inheritor of the stately Mount Holly manor, you are tasked with reaching the mysterious Room 46 in order to keep your new property. But this is no ordinary mansion, as the layout of rooms shifts every day. Each time you open a door you determine which room will be "drafted" on the other side, letting you create your own pathway. But as you learn more about the house, and how the rooms and their systems interact, you'll learn there's much more to Mount Holly than meets the eye. Read our Blue Prince review. See on the Xbox Store Featured in this image Blue Prince View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 The Call of Duty series has been among the top sellers for years, but some CoD games are clearly better than others. This year's iteration, Black Ops 6, is the best the series has been in some time. The campaign is a smart and varied action spectacle that keeps you on your toes as it explores paranoid thriller tropes set against global events in the 1990s. Meanwhile, the multiplayer's new omni-movement makes matches feel fast and fluid, especially with the addition of inventive new maps that let you explore the space in a variety of ways. A revision to the perks system helps you specialize in interesting ways. Call of Duty has earned its reputation for a reason, and this latest release shows why. This is also the first year that the newest Call of Duty has been available on Game Pass at launch, so if you're a subscriber to Xbox's signature service you can hop right in. Read our Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 campaign review and multiplayer review. See at Amazon Featured in this image Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 There's a lot to love about Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, from its exquisite art direction through to its elegant marriage of turn-based RPG and souls-like influences, but one of the factors that makes it so mesmerizing is that it's consistently satisfying to play. Whether you're pumping your fist in delight after you execute a perfect series of parries or you're reeling from the emotional rollercoaster of its story, Expedition 33 will keep your eyes glued to it whenever you boot it up to continue your journey across its beautiful world. Read our Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 review. Featured in this image Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Control Ultimate edition When Control originally launched in 2019, it seemed to be too taxing for console hardware. The next-gen release of Control: Ultimate edition remedies these issues. On Xbox Series X, Control can run in 4K, and it retains a steady 60fps. Alternatively, you can enable a graphics mode (not available on Series S) that runs at 30fps with ray tracing. Either option looks great, especially when making use of Jesse's powers. Control is a narrative-focused action game revolving around a mysterious government agency that investigates supernatural activity. With excellent and varied gameplay that feeds into the well-written tale, Control is one of the best action games in recent memory. Read our Control review. See on Xbox Store Featured in this image Control View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Doom: The Dark Ages Doom: The Dark Ages is an intoxicating blast of unrelenting brutality. Once all the gears start meshing and you've built up an arsenal of weapons powerful enough to level the solar system, the game becomes an overpowerfantasy as you slam the metaphorical pedal to the death metal soundtrack and bulldoze your way through the worst that Hell can throw at you. The flow-state of combat keeps you perched forward on your couch--if you've fine-tuned the difficulty to nail the balance of power and challenge--and solid first-person action alongside mechanized warfare sweetens the over-the-top action you'll gleefully throw the Doom Slayer into. Read our Doom: The Dark Ages review. See at Amazon Featured in this image DOOM: The Dark Ages View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree From Software's Elden Ring is a masterpiece in open-world game design. With an absolutely massive world teeming with secrets, scenic vistas, and an almost overwhelming amount of activities to complete, Elden Ring was the defining game of 2022. Now the long-anticipated Shadow of the Erdtree expansion has been released, and it is once again an arresting and incredible action experience with seemingly boundless freedom to explore its massive landscape. Both the lore and the suite of gameplay opportunities have been greatly expanded, giving players new story details to explore and weapons to master. The combat is once again a challenge that will test even the most-experienced Tarnish to hone their skills and explore The Lands Between. Read our Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree review. See at Amazon Featured in this image Elden Ring View Game Hub Follow Advertisement The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Oblivion Remastered is a prime example of how nostalgia remains one of the most powerful forces in existence. It's also a new gold standard for what a remaster can be, as Bethesda Game Studios and Virtuos Studios have pulled out all the stops to improve on the original game and polish up some of its rougher spots, modernizing it for a new audience while making certain that enough of its signature jankiness has been kept intact. It's a perfectly imperfect RPG adventure that looks better than ever. Read our The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered review. Featured in this image Oblivion View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Forza Horizon 6 UK-based developer Playground Games has been one of Microsoft's best studios for over a decade now, and Forza Horizon 6 shows just how good the studio is at cracking out AAA system-sellers. Forza Horizon 6 doubles down on what makes the series stand out--hundreds of fast cars to collect, unique showdown races, and so much more--but this year's entry in the franchise also feels like a love letter to the arcade racing genre. It's a gorgeous tour across Japan and a celebration of car culture packed into an experience that constantly rewards you for putting the digital pedal to the metal. Read our Forza Horizon 6 review. Read our Forza Horizon 6 review. See at Amazon Featured in this image Forza Horizon 5 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Grounded Obsidian has had a surprisingly quick output since being acquired by Microsoft, including dabbling in some unusual projects. Grounded isn't the most off the beaten track that the studio has ventured--for that, see Pentiment below--but it's also not exactly what we would have expected from the studio most famous for games like The Outer Worlds. This is a sandbox survival game that takes place entirely in a suburban backyard, a la Honey, I Shrunk The Kids. It spent some time in early access but has since launched as a full release, challenging players to build their miniature survival camp and take on massive spiders and other threats, all while unfurling a surprisingly rich narrative. While the studio has now released Grounded 2, sadly bugs and poor optimization prevent it from dethroning its predecessor. Read our Grounded review. See at Amazon Featured in this image Grounded View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Hades 2 The original Hades stood out from the pack with its polished gameplay and a narrative that organically tied into the overall experience of accumulating power across your underworld journey. Hades 2 does all that and more, polishing the unique gameplay systems of its predecessor to deliver an adventure full of breathtaking action and quirky Greek deities. At its core, Hades 2 still encapsulates everything that's brilliant about roguelike games, as each run brings you one step closer to finally overcoming impossible odds. That gameplay loop feels better than ever in Hades 2, and its sharp writing, secrets, and opportunities to move the story forward will keep you coming back for more. Read our Hades 2 review. See on Xbox Store Featured in this image Hades View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Halo: The Master Chief Collection Halo: The Master Chief Collection has been around since 2014, but Microsoft and 343 have slowly built it into a living monument to its most iconic franchise. Now not only does the MCC encompass the original three Halo games and a suite of multiplayer options that spans the entire series history, but also includes Halo 3 ODST, Halo 4, and the highly regarded Halo Reach. Altogether, it's an incredible homage to one of gaming's most storied franchises. See at Amazon Featured in this image Halo: The Master Chief Collection View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Hi-Fi Rush After making its name on spooky games like Ghostwire: Tokyo and The Evil Within, Tango Gameworks surprised players with this bright and colorful rhythm-action game. Hi-Fi Rush stars Chai, a lovable loser who accidentally gets his MP3 player embedded in his chest during a cybernetic surgery, which also granted him a robotic limb. What follows is a character action game in the model of a Devil May Cry, but set to catchy tunes. The animated art style is particularly a standout, taking a cel-shaded look to a whole new level and blurring the line between cinematics and gameplay. Read our Hi-Fi Rush review. See at Amazon Featured in this image Hi-Fi Rush View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Hitman: World of Assassination Given the prowess of IO Interactive's first two entries in the World of Assassination trilogy, it's not really a surprise that Hitman 3 was an exceedingly good conclusion to Agent 47's latest arc. That said, Hitman 3 expanded on the foundation of its predecessors in some surprising ways. The game has since rebranded as "World of Assassination," encompassing the full trilogy with added features. New spins on the loop, including a delightful murder mystery level, make Hitman: World of Assassination feel fresh and inventive, too. In addition to tremendous level design and choice-driven gameplay, Hitman 3 does a better job of focusing on its story and the many lively NPCs that inhabit the sandbox-style levels. This is Hitman at its finest, though you should definitely play the entirety of the World of Assassination trilogy. You can also import the levels from Hitman and Hitman 2 and play them in one place with enhancements. The latest addition, the roguelike mode Freelancer, makes an already excellent game even better. Read our Hitman 3 review. See on Amazon Featured in this image Hitman 3 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Hollow Knight: Silksong It feels weird to live in a world where Hollow Knight: Silksong is a tangible reality, but there it is. Team Cherry’s sequel to the infamous Hollow Knight, Silksong dials up the action, the visuals, and the brutality. Whether you enjoy that likely depends on whether you enjoyed the first entry, but there’s no denying this is platforming perfection. With a gorgeous 2D art style and deep colours that sink into the screen with a decent OLED, Silksong looks beautiful in every frame. Similarly, it runs buttery smooth on the Series X, placing you so close to the action you nearly feel every hit. Featured in this image Hollow Knight: Silksong View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Indiana Jones has had video game adaptations before, but MachineGames' new game is the definitive take on the famous relic hunter. The story is rich and engaging and fits right in with some of Indy's other great adventures. The character and worldbuilding help create a new original story set against the backdrop of Dr. Jones' other classic adventures. And in fitting with the character's improvisational style, the gameplay is a tightly designed clockwork of action, stealth, and immersive-sim elements. It's also available on Game Pass, so subscribers can don their stylish fedoras for free. Read our Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review. See at Amazon Featured in this image Indiana Jones and the Great Circle View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Kiln If any studio could successfully pull off the idea of a pottery power fantasy, it would be Double Fine. The developer has been on a tear lately with recent releases like Psychonauts 2 and Keeper, and Kiln continues that trend with an imaginative brawler where you craft your very own ceramic warrior. Absurdly fun--and devastating when your newly glazed urn gets smashed--it's a multiplayer game that revels in being silly. To paraphrase Australian comedy group Aunty Donna, it's time to get in the Kiln, boys. See on the Xbox Store Advertisement Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 The sequel to the surprise hit 2018 Kingdom Come: Deliverance expands upon the original in just about every way. Sporting an emphasis on actually playing a role, combat and dialogue systems are layered to allow you loads of flexibility. The combat has been made more fluid with some smart streamlining, but not at the expense of the original KCD's depth. And the quests are surprising stories in their own right, broadening the scope historical epic. Read our Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 review. See on Amazon Featured in this image Kingdom Come: Deliverance II View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess One of Capcom's newest games is also its newest franchise, a demon-slaying action game that blends tower-defense elements. You'll purge demons, rescue villagers, and build traps in a setting and story inspired by Japanese folklore. It's a combination of elements that can feel almost overwhelming, but learning how to manage the various demands at once, and how the systems feed into and enhance each other, makes a package that feels special. See our Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess review. See on Xbox Store Featured in this image Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Marathon In 2026, launching a live-service extraction shooter feels like a heck of a gamble, considering just how big the graveyard has gotten for ambitious forever games. So far, it looks like Bungie's return to its classic franchise has a strong future, as Marathon nails a risk-and-reward gameplay loop that feels consistently exciting. Since launch, the game has grown through new content and fine-tuning, with its high-level events being some of the best edge-of-your-seat content that Bungie has ever produced. It's an intense game with breathtaking visuals, and we can't wait to return to Tau Ceti IV for another run at fame and glory. Read our Marathon review. Advertisement Metaphor: ReFantazio Persona series director Katsura Hashino has returned with his first new game since 2016, and it's a fantastic one. Metaphor: ReFantazio is similar structurally to the Persona series, but it features a new original storyline set in a fantasy world, and a wide array of characters to find and classes to unlock. The turn-based RPG combat unfolds beautifully into deep layers of strategy, and the story is an affecting meditation on the power of storytelling. Metaphor: ReFantazio is one of the few games in our history to earn a 10/10 review. Read our Metaphor: ReFantazio review. See at Amazon Featured in this image Metaphor: ReFantazio View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Microsoft Flight Simulator Microsoft Flight Simulator might just be your next big obsession. A graphical powerhouse with an astonishing attention to detail, you can set off on flights anywhere in the world, and customize your journey exactly as you like. Whether you want to sit back in auto and watch the world go by or press every single button over an (actual) eight-hour flight, Microsoft Flight Sim has a wealth of options, aircraft, and every location you can imagine. Plus, it has some amazing Halo content if you fancy getting a bit silly with it. Featured in this image Microsoft Flight Simulator View Game Hub Follow Advertisement MLB The Show 25 MLB The Show 25 is the latest installment in the long-running baseball franchise, and once again it's the next-best thing to hearing the crack of the bat in-person. Road to the Show has gotten significantly improved through a revised progression system. Small but noticeable adjustments to the free agent and defensive systems help further refine what was already a solid experience. And the latest season of the Negro Leagues Storyline mode helps delve into the history of America's pasttime. Read our MLB The Show 25 review. See at Amazon Featured in this image MLB The Show 25 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection The main Monster Hunter series has experienced some incredible highs over the last couple of years, but the spin-off Monster Hunter Stories is pretty great too! Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection elevates the formula of the previous games, polishing its turn-based combat and monster-taming to a mirror sheen while also introducing some new gameplay ideas to the mix. Flashy visuals, high-energy combat, and a compelling story make for one of the best Monster Hunter games yet. Read our Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection review. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection $70 | Releases March 13, 2026 Preorder at Amazon View at other stores Preorder at GameStop Advertisement Monster Hunter Wilds Monster Hunter Wilds is the next evolution of the classic action-RPG series. It streamlines numerous aspects of the game to remove or mitigate some areas of friction: Things like tracking monsters, eating meals, and traversal have been streamlined to varying degrees. Some of that may not sit well with Monster Hunter veterans, but the core gameplay loop of hunting monsters, crafting better gear, and then using that gear to hunt even more dangerous monsters remains as deeply satisfying as ever. A new approach to having a somewhat seamless open world removes some of the rigidity of the best for the better. It still may not be the friendliest game to newcomers, but what awaits those willing to invest the time is an experience that remains unrivaled. See at Amazon Featured in this image Monster Hunter Wilds View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate Already one of the best fighting games in recent memory, Mortal Kombat 11 is even more impressive on the powerful Xbox Series X hardware. Featuring 4K resolution and new visual flourishes, the gruesome action on screen is rendered in a ridiculous amount of detail. The base game already had an ample amount of content, including multiple single-player modes and competitive multiplayer. The Ultimate edition tosses in the Aftermath story expansion and Kombat packs including 12 additional fighters. Mortal Kombat 11 is one of those rare fighting games that balances solo and multiplayer content well, and it's also the type of fighter that's appealing to both casual players and die-hard fans alike. Read our Mortal Kombat 11 review. See on Amazon Featured in this image Mortal Kombat 11 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement No Man's Sky No Man's Sky, much like Sea of Thieves, has improved mightily since launch. Over the years, developer Hello Games has released steady and substantial updates that have brought the space exploration game closer to its original, ambitious vision. No Man's Sky now features far more tangible activities, including base-building and even racing vehicles across tracks in multiplayer. No Man's Sky's next-gen update allows the game to run in 4K at 60fps. The performance enhancements also extend to lighting and shadows, which makes each of the randomly generated planets look even more detailed and alive. No Man's Sky is on Xbox Game Pass, so subscribers should absolutely check it out to see if they enjoy its loop. Read our No Man's Sky Next review. See on Xbox Store Featured in this image No Man’s Sky View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Octopath Traveler 0 In a year where the majority of high-profile RPGs were either remakes or remasters, Octopath Traveler 0 was a breath of fresh air. Granted, it is a console adaptation of the mobile game Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent, but there's more than enough new content and upgrades to make it stand apart from the free-to-play game. The excellent combat system, combined with the charming HD-2D visuals, episodic storytelling, and relaxing townbuilding, makes for a deep game that can keep you entertained for an absurd number of hours. Read our Octopath Traveler 0 review. Advertisement Once Upon a Katamari There's nothing quite like Once Upon a Katamari, as the quirky roll-'em-up will keep you on your toes as you deal with the fallout of cosmic chaos. After the King of the Cosmos destroys the universe--again--it's up to players to roll a sticky ball, known as a Katamari, over hundreds of objects and help it grow big enough to fix the current mess. As an added twist, the game allows players to explore the Jurassic Era, Ice Age, historic Japan, and more major moments in history, and there's even a four-player mode called "KatamariBall" where everyone competes in a cosmic sports game. The end result is a must-play entry in the series, and a colorful break from the usual video game fare for anyone who hasn't checked out these delightful games yet. Read our Once Upon a Katamari review. Advertisement Ori and the Will of the Wisps Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a gorgeous platformer from Moon Studios that truly benefits from the power of the Xbox Series X. The stirring sequel runs in 4K at 120fps and supports HDR. Since Ori and the Will of the Wisps is filled with evocative, colorful settings and fast-paced platforming sequences, the boost in performance makes the already stellar experience even better. Ori and the Will of the Wisps is more of an action-platformer than its predecessor and introduces a number of new moves to employ in combat against enemies both big and small. The sprawling map is deftly designed to force you to make full use of Ori's expanded arsenal, which creates a more dynamic and satisfying adventure. If you haven't played Ori and the Blind Forest, you should play that first to get the full emotional weight of the understated but profound tale. Both games are available in the Xbox Game Pass library. Read our Ori and the Will of the Wisps review. See on Xbox Store Featured in this image Ori and the Will of the Wisps View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Pentiment Like Grounded, Pentiment is another example of Obsidian exploring new ground, and this adventure game certainly isn't your typical big-budget blockbuster. You play as Andreas Maler, a 16th century illuminator who becomes caught up in the mystery of a murder at an Abby. The game unfolds over the course of decades as you see how layers of history are built on top of each other, building toward a stirring conclusion. It's unlike anything you've ever played before. Read our Pentiment review. See at Amazon Featured in this image Pentiment View Game Hub Follow Advertisement A Plague Tale: Requiem Escaping the Black Death doesn’t sound like a huge pile of fun, but A Plague Tale: Requiem manages to deliver a gripping narrative with dark themes and some truly grotesque mechanics. Expect rats. Lots of rats. However, whether it’s the engagingly tense stealth gameplay or the macabre world itself, there is something so riveting about this sequel. If you own an Xbox Series X, you can expect great performance, even with hordes of rodents doing your bidding. Featured in this image A Plague Tale: Requiem View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Pragmata is one of this year's best surprises, a completely original IP that mixes rock-solid gameplay with earnest storytelling and gorgeous graphics. Not just a one-trick pony with its engaging hack-and-shoot gameplay, Capcom's new release is a heartfelt story that's short and sweet. The gameplay-first design and subtle metroidvania influences make for a special experience, with Hugh and Diana's relationship being the glue that holds it all together. Read our Pragmata review. Advertisement Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Prince of Persia is known for being a precise and influential platformer series, but this latest entry makes it feel right at home in the metroidvania genre. The new direction fits the series like a glove, allowing Ubisoft to combine exploring a wide and varied map with series-favorite elements like precise platforming and tough combat challenges. Breaking with tradition, you don't play as the prince himself, but rather a member of his royal guard dispatched to save him from a betrayal within your ranks. The story that follows takes a few narrative shortcuts and can feel muddy, but it hints at a well-realized world full of mystery and magic. Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is one of the best new metroidvania games in years, and will likely serve as a template for others to follow. Read our Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown review. See at Xbox Store Featured in this image Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Psychonauts 2 Remarkably, Psychonauts 2 is even better than its predecessor. After suffering multiple delays, Psychonauts 2 released over the summer to critical acclaim. The return to the psychic camp for kids was long overdue, and Double Fine made the most of this sequel. It retains the humor and charming storytelling of the original while refining the platforming gameplay and upping the psychedelic nature of the levels. From a gameplay perspective, Psychonauts 2 is a huge improvement over its predecessor, both when traversing the levels and fighting baddies in combat. Where Psychonauts 2 really shines, however, is in its portrayal of its characters. Revolving around empathy and growth, Psychonauts 2 has an impactful message. It's easily one of Double Fine's best games, and you can play it on Xbox Game Pass. Read our Psychonauts 2 review. See on Xbox Store Featured in this image Psychonauts 2 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Resident Evil 4 Resident Evil 4 was already considered one of the greatest action horror games of all time, and as a result it had been ported to other platforms countless times since release. After successful remakes of the previous games, expectations were set high for an RE4 remake, and Capcom delivered. This isn't just the best Resident Evil 4 has ever looked, it's also a beautifully refined take on the modern classic. It revises just enough to modernize and smooth out any rough edges while remaining utterly recognizable, and then builds new challenges on top of that to test even the most experienced players. It's a true testament to the enduring quality of Resident Evil 4. Read our Resident Evil 4 review. See at Best Buy Featured in this image Resident Evil 4 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Resident Evil Requiem A love letter to its survival-horror and survival-action eras, Resident Evil Requiem is the best of both worlds. One half of the game is pure fight-or-flight fun as you encounter a new breed of bioterrorism, the second is a beautifully balanced surge of adrenaline as you shoot, hack, and roundhouse kick your way to victory. With 2026 marking the 30th anniversary of Resident Evil, Requiem shines as a perfect tribute to Capcom's long-running franchise. Read our Resident Evil Requiem review. Advertisement Rogue Legacy 2 Rogue Legacy 2 is beautiful for its simplicity. It's not too hard, but still provides a challenge as you fight your way through its metroidvania-like environments. As a roguelike, prepare to die pretty often--but the available upgrades and rewards are satisfying enough to incite that, "Just one more run," mentality. Rogue Legacy 2's replayability yet accessible approach mean it more than deserves a spot on our list. Read our Rogue Legacy 2 review. Buy Now Advertisement Sea of Thieves Sea of Thieves has come a long way since launching in 2018. Rare has turned Sea of Thieves from a somewhat shallow pirate adventure into a swashbuckling success thanks to steady updates that have drastically overhauled the experience. Most importantly, Sea of Thieves now has an abundance of content, ranging from story missions to skeleton fleet hunts and much more. With better systems and more tangible rewards at stake, the core Sea of Thieves experience is more satisfying. On the next-gen consoles, Sea of Thieves runs at a smooth 60fps in 4K on Series X and in 1080p on Series S. The reduced load times on both consoles really help limit interruptions during your voyage, too. Sea of Thieves is well-worth diving into on Xbox Series X, and it's available on Game Pass. Read our Sea of Thieves review. See on Amazon Featured in this image Sea of Thieves View Game Hub Follow Advertisement South of Midnight The weakest part of South of Midnight is undoubtedly its passable gameplay, but fortunately, everything else about this Southern Gothic adventure helps to elevate the experience. With an emotional story at its core, fascinating folklore to explore, a strong art direction, and one of the best soundtracks of the year, it's a charming and atmospheric game to check out. Read our South of Midnight review. See at Amazon Featured in this image South of Midnight View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Split Fiction Split Fiction is Hazelight's first game since It Takes Two, and it carries itself with the same spirit of constant reinvention. As dual authors whose worlds get a high-tech merging, you have to navigate through smashed-up fantasy and sci-fi environments while constantly dealing with new challenges that will have you laughing alongside your co-op partner. Hazelight already gained its reputation as a premiere co-op studio and this just further cements it. Read our Split Fiction review. See at Amazon Featured in this image Split Fiction View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Star Wars: Jedi Survivor If you have already played Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, just know that Jedi: Survivor is a fantastic sequel that builds on every strength. Cal Kestis’ fight against the Empire is a blast, and lightsaber-swinging gameplay feels phenomenal. Here, the Star Wars universe also feels lived in and palpable. On Xbox Series X, an already gorgeous game looks and runs like a dream. A white knuckle ride steeped in Star Wars lore, the Force is definitely with Jedi: Survivor. Featured in this image Star Wars Jedi: Survivor View Game Hub Follow Advertisement The Talos Principle 2 The Talos Principle 2 expands and builds upon everything that made the cult debut memorable. The first-person puzzle game has you slowly peel back the layers of the world as you learn more about the web of mysteries at its heart, while also raising fascinating philosophical questions. This is a game that uses the medium to explore heady topics, and it's unlike anything else. Read our Talos Principle 2 review. See at Xbox Store Featured in this image The Talos Principle 2 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Tetris Effect: Connected Tetris Effect: Connected is magical on Xbox Series X. With 4K resolution and up to 120 fps, the particle effects that are so integral to Tetris Effect's presentation are even more detailed and stunning. Beyond the enhancements, Tetris Effect: Connected is just a delightfully inventive take on the best puzzle game ever made. It turns Tetris into an all-encompassing visual and audio experience thanks to an explosion of colors seen both in and outside the grid and the reactive tunes that will have you nodding along to the beat. In addition to an already great stable of modes, the Connected edition comes with great cooperative and competitive multiplayer modes to play locally or online. It's a relaxing experience, and one that's perfect to play for short spurts over the course of months (or even years). Read our Tetris Effect Connected review. See on Xbox Store Featured in this image Tetris Effect: Connected View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is a slick trip back in time to the golden age of the skateboarding franchise. Like its predecessor, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2, you're getting a pair of beloved games that expertly combine nostalgia with modern-day upgrades, breathing new life into these classics. Read our Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 review. See at Amazon Featured in this image Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine came out more than a decade ago, and fans of the action spectacle have been thirsting for a sequel ever since. It's finally arrived, and it's just what the Primarch ordered. The sequel adds refinements to make the combat feel more fluid than ever, as you crunch your way through hordes of Orks. It also makes excellent use of the Warhammer 40K license, building a world with a huge sense of scale while remaining approachable for those who don't know a Purgator from a Justicar. See our Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine 2 review. See on Amazon Featured in this image Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Yakuza: Like a Dragon Yakuza: Like a Dragon released as a launch title for Xbox Series X with better performance, including options for native 4K or a solid 60fps at a slightly lower resolution, and these visual enhancements make Like a Dragon's world more vibrant and detailed. Sega has never been afraid to take risks with the quirky and moving Yakuza franchise, and Like a Dragon takes the biggest risk in franchise history by moving away from beat-'em-up combat in favor of a turn-based RPG system. The change funnels in from the personality of the new protagonist Ichiban Kasuga. Ichiban's mind often wanders, and he sees himself as a hero ripped out of Dragon Quest. This, in turn, shifts enemies into silly beings that are fought using an old-school turn-based system. Ichiban's personality is infectious, and the party-based system leads to some of the best interpersonal moments in franchise history. Yakuza: Like a Dragon may play wildly differently than previous entries in the series, but it still has all of the heart and charm that have kept fans coming back for more. Read our Yakuza: Like a Dragon review. See on Amazon Featured in this image Rogue Legacy 2 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement
Sony launched the PS5 Pro in November 2024, refreshing its current PS5 console generation with a machine that aims to deliver higher-fidelity graphics and smoother frame rates. Upcoming and existing games that take advantage of this new PlayStation hardware will be identified with a PS5 Pro Enhanced label within their title, and so far, there are dozens of games that have been updated to take advantage of the more-powerful hardware inside of this console. Enhanced games that are already available will be patched with free software updates. We don't yet know the specifics of how every Enhanced game will leverage the PS5 Pro's power, but we'll update this list as more games are announced and as we get more details on their respective improvements. In the PS5 Pro reveal livestream, Sony showed just how much of a graphical difference there is in games that have been upgraded for the console, with PS5 lead architect Mark Cerny revealing how Sony aimed to get games running in 4K with higher frame rates. To do just that, the PS5 Pro will have an upgraded GPU and AI-driven graphical upscaling through PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution. On base PS5 consoles, players have to compromise when it comes to graphics, as they can often choose between a Fidelity mode that improves visual quality and a Performance mode that increases frame rates. "Game creators are adding PS5 Pro support to new and existing titles and with the big three involved the results can be pretty amazing. With graphics showing something like Fidelity levels of detail but at double the frame rate," Cerny explained in the PS5 Pro livestream. "This goal of delivering almost Fidelity-like graphics at Performance frame rates has been achieved for a broad set of titles, including Marvel's Spider-Man and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. We can see that PS5 Pro is close to doubling the power of PS5." Since then, an upgraded version of the PS5 Pro's PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) upscaling technology was rolled out in March 2026, further improving visual fidelity and performance for many games. You can see all the confirmed PS5 Pro Enhanced games below. Where possible, we've also included details on their specific upgrades and original quotes from Cerny on their enhancements. Alan Wake 2 Quality Mode 30fps with ray tracing Ray traced reflections (opaque and transparent) Output resolution of 3840 x 2160 (4K) Render resolution of 2176 x 1224 Performance Mode Overall image stability, fog, volumetric lighting, and shadow accuracy have been improved on the Pro 60fps Uses approximately the same render (image quality) settings as the base PS5 Quality Mode Render resolution of 1536 x 864 Output resolution of 3840 x 2160 (4K) Base PS5 version outputs 1440p See at Amazon Advertisement Albatroz Advertisement Apex Legends Advertisement Arma Reforger Advertisement Assassin’s Creed: Shadows See at Amazon Advertisement Baldur’s Gate 3 See at Amazon Advertisement Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 See at Amazon Advertisement The Crew Motorfest See at Amazon Advertisement CyubeVR Advertisement Dead Island 2 See at Amazon Advertisement The First Descendant Advertisement Demon’s Souls See at Amazon Advertisement Dying Light 2 See at Amazon Advertisement Dragon Age: The Veilguard Advertisement Dragon’s Dogma 2 See at Amazon Advertisement F1 24 Advertisement Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth See at Amazon Advertisement Gran Turismo 7 Mark Cerny: "The faster hardware in PS5 Pro can make a real difference, allowing Gran Turismo 7 to add ray-traced reflections between the cars in gameplay while continuing to support their targeted 60fps." 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See at Amazon Advertisement No Man's Sky Advertisement The Last of Us Part I Advertisement The Last of Us Part II Remastered Mark Cerny: "It has huge amounts of detail and targets a super-smooth 60fps." See at Amazon Advertisement Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart Mark Cerny: "Another way to compare the two consoles is to look at PS5 Pro versus Performance mode on PS5, both of which target 60fps. What we see here is a difference in detail; PS5 Pro is much sharper and crisper than PS5. For this, my favorite is the parade scene from Ratchet & Clank. Distant details are much clearer." Following Cerny's initial comments, we got a much more in-depth rundown on what Rift Apart is trying to do. The 1.005 update that is out now introduces several new options, including a 60fps option (Performance Pro) with ray tracing and other high-quality image options. If you'd like to further emphasize image quality, there's Fidelity Pro, which targets 30fps but adds additional ray-tracing features. Those can be controlled individually, which can help to boost the frame rate--Insomniac says that, paired with things like variable refresh rate support on your display, you can achieve better performance. Here's the full rundown from Insomniac on the new modes and toggles. THE NEW GRAPHICS MODES PERFORMANCE PRO (Default for PlayStation 5 Pro) This mode targets a smooth 60 frames per second while retaining the image quality of the standard Fidelity mode through use of PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR). All ray-tracing (RT) features are on, including ray-traced reflections, ray-tracing on water, and ray-traced window interiors. This mode is recommended for most players. FIDELITY PRO This mode targets 30 frames per second for players who want to experiment with new ray-tracing graphical features. These new features can be tuned individually to reach higher intermediate frame rates, especially when using the “VRR” or “120 Hz Display Mode” options. Pedestrian and traffic density may be increased in some areas, and fine hair detail is increased. NEW GRAPHICAL TOGGLES RT Reflections: Medium (Performance) / High (Fidelity default) Set the quality level for ray-traced reflections. The “Medium” setting ray-traces at half render resolution, and the “High” setting ray-traces at full render resolution. The “High” setting will also improve smoothness of animation in reflections. Only available in the “Fidelity Pro” graphics mode. RT Ambient Occlusion : Off (Performance) / Medium / High (Fidelity default) Use ray-tracing to compute additional ambient occlusion lighting information. The “Medium” setting uses that information to augment screen-space ambient occlusion. The “High” setting also adds a screen-space GI bounce for additional ambient lighting information. The visual impact of this feature will vary greatly based on the scene. 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Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition (Switch 2 Game Key-Card) $80 | Releases August 28, 2026 Preorder at Amazon View at other stores Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at Walmart Preorder at Target Preorder at GameStop Good news: it's finally confirmed that Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition is launching for Nintendo Switch 2 on August 28. Bad news: Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition will be yet another Switch 2 Game Key-Card release, and it costs a whopping $80. Now, considering you're getting the original $60 base game, its $40 Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, and even some unique in-game items, plus some new exclusive weapons and armor skins, that price makes a little more sense. But the fact that it's a Game Key-Card--meaning it has none of the game data on the cart, and instead simply unlocks access to download the digital version--makes $80 a tougher sell for fans who prefer true physical media. Nevertheless, those who want to add the game to their shelves can reserve a physical copy for $80 at multiple online retailers, and doing so gets you a few preorder bonuses unique to this version. Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Preorder Bonuses Preordering through any of the retailers listed above will get you two bonus gestures to use in-game. Gestures are used to communicate with other players and can either be found in-game or have been included as preorder bonuses in the past, such as The Ring gesture included with the original game or the Ring of Miquella gesture, which was included with the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition (Switch 2 Game Key-Card) $80 | Releases August 28, 2026 Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition comes with the base game, the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, and a few unique in-game armor sets and skins for your mount, Torrent (this extra content will also be available as a standalone download for the PS5, Xbox, and PC versions of the game). Note that this is a Switch 2 Game Key-Card release. If you aren't familiar with Nintendo Switch 2 Key-Card releases, it's worth noting that the physical cartridge inside the box does not contain the game's data. Instead, it downloads the full game from Nintendo eShop to your device after being inserted. This game takes up 75GB of space, so you may want to expand your storage capacity with a microSD Express like this Samsung 256GB model. Game Key-Card edition preorders are available now for $80 at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and GameStop. Digital preorders are also available via the Nintendo eShop. Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at Walmart Preorder at Target Preorder at GameStop Elden Ring is, according to many, From Software's magnum opus, earning an Essential 10 out of 10 from GameSpot's own Tamoor Hussain. The game takes the iconic Soulslike combat and detailed level design and brings it to a sprawling, massive open world dubbed the Lands Between. You play as the Tarnished, a maidenless adventurer on a dire quest to repair the titular Elden Ring. While the base game was a masterpiece that could easily span hundreds of hours on a single playthrough, its epic DLC expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree--which is larger in scope than most AAA games--was equally well-received when it launched in 2024, earning yet another 10 in our review--meaning you're getting two of the best-reviewed open-world action RPG adventures in one. Of course, it's worth noting that the Switch 2 is a weaker device than the PS5, Xbox Series X, or high-end gaming PCs, and early hands-on previews highlighted some potential performance bottlenecks. Luckily, GameSpot recently went hands-on with a newer build of Elden Ring on the Switch 2 at this year's Game Developers' Conference and saw several new visual and performance improvements, which hopefully indicates this new version will offer Switch 2 fans a smooth experience when it eventually releases. Sign up for GameSpot's Weekly Deals Newsletter: GameSpot's Weekly Deals, Straight to Your Inbox Join GameSpot's Weekly Deals newsletter and get the top game and gear discounts every week. Email Address Sign Up More Deals And Preorders Where To Preorder Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition For Switch 2 The Best PS5 Game & Hardware Deals This Week (June 3, 2026) You Can Now Preorder Lego’s Biggest Set Ever, The 12,060-Piece Sagrada Família Early Amazon Prime Day Deals Are Rolling In You Can Now Preorder Marvel’s Wolverine Physical Edition Pixar’s New Animated Flick, Hoppers, Is Available For Preorder On Amazon More Deals And Preorders Links (3)
Games sure have been getting delayed a lot over the last several years, and that continues in 2026. The game you've been looking forward to playing might just not be ready by its initially announced launch date. To help keep everything organized, we've made a list of every game delayed right now, including those with delays announced weeks, months, or even years ago. Once a game has been released, it will be removed from this list. Grand Theft Auto VI We all knew this was coming, if we're really being honest with ourselves. Initially planned to launch later this year, GTA 6 was later pushed back to May 2026 before again being delayed a full six months to November 19, 2026. Rockstar cited a need to add more polish as the reason for the delay. Featured in this image Grand Theft Auto VI View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Soup Pot Everyone knows soup tastes better when it takes more time to simmer, and Chikon Club's Soup Pot will be doing that--slated for release in August, the game is now coming to Xbox platforms and PC later this year in order to give the developer more time for polishing. You'll be doing "livestreams" of your cooking in the game to make over 100 dishes. Featured in this image Soup Pot View Game Hub Follow Advertisement The Wolf Among Us 2 Previously planned to launch in 2023, Telltale's The Wolf Among Us 2 has been delayed out of the year. Work began on the project in 2020 at the rebooted Telltale--which is much smaller than the original studio--and the studio said in its announcement that it simply needs more time to deliver something up to players' expectations. No new window or date were announced. Featured in this image The Wolf Among Us 2: A Telltale Series View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Ark 2 and Ark: Survival Ascended Previously planned to launch in 2023, Ark 2--the sequel to Ark: Survival Evolved and a Vin Diesel vehicle--has been delayed several times. Developer Studio Wildcard announced that a delay was necessary to "deliver the ultimate next-gen dinosaur survival experience." It's not scheduled to arrive until 2028. Featured in this image ARK II View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Cities: Skylines 2 (consoles) Cities: Skylines 2 is, unlike the original game, coming to consoles close to its PC release. It was supposed to be coming to consoles at the same time, but the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions have been delayed into 2024. The development team said it needed more time to "reach the quality targets" it had set for itself on console. Featured in this image Cities: Skylines II View Game Hub Follow Advertisement No Rest For The Wicked The next game from Ori creator Moon Studios, No Rest For The Wicked certainly has high expectations riding on it. Publisher Take-Two seems to be aware of this, as the company opted to delay the game into FY 2025, putting its release date at April 2024 at the earliest. Featured in this image No Rest for the Wicked View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Prison Architect 2 Previously planned to release in March, Paradox Interactive's Prison Architect 2 was then moved to a May date before receiving another delay--this time shortly before it was set to launch. Stability issues, particularly on lower-spec systems, led Paradox Interactive to move the game to September 3, 2024. However, it would then be delayed indefinitely, with the team saying it has identified areas it needs to improve prior to launch. Featured in this image Prison Architect 2 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Corpse Party II: Darkness Distortion The post-mortem mayhem will come a little later than anticipated. Corpse Party II: Darkness Distortion has been delayed to 2025, with the development team giving a vague "improving game quality" explanation for the move. Featured in this image Corpse Party II: Darkness Distortion View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Image from Crysis 3 Crysis 4 It has already been over a decade since Crysis 3 released, but it might be even longer than expected before we get another Crysis game. Crytek announced in early 2025 that development of the next Crysis has been put on hold, with the studio suffering significant layoffs as it focuses its attention on Hunt: Showdown 1896. It's unclear if or when the game will resume development. Featured in this image Crysis 4 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Fable The Fable franchise has been on ice for quite a while, with unsuccessful and canceled spin-offs being the only new content since Fable 3 well over a decade ago. The franchise reboot Fable was planned to launch in 2025, and then was delayed again to February 2027. This move seemed to be made in order to avoid direct competition with GTA 6. Featured in this image Fable View Game Hub Follow Advertisement La Quimera A game created by a team of former Metro developers at Reburn--the rebranded 4A Games Ukraine--La Quimera was actually reviewed prior to its delay. The reviews were ... not glowing, leading the team to delay the game to an unannounced future date. Featured in this image La Quimera View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra Skydance's Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra has big expectations, as it will mark the grand return of Uncharted director Amy Hennig. However, the game is not arriving in 2025, with the development team opting to move it to 2026 in order to "add more polish, and make sure we give you the best possible experience, and one that lives up to our vision." It was later moved from an early 2026 window to further into the year. Featured in this image Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Featured in this image Subnautica 2 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Trivia Murder Party 3 The party-game specialists at Jackbox Games were planning to launch their latest game, Trivia Murder Party 3, in 2025. However, the studio has opted to delay it to 2026, saying it's being developer with a new engine and will support online matchmaking. Featured in this image Trivia Murder Party 3 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Featured in this image Calamity Angels: Special Delivery View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Breakers: Unlock the World (Limit Zero Breakers) Breakers: Unlock the World is not releasing as planned. It's also no longer called Breakers: Unlock the World. Now titled Limit Zero Breakers, NCSoft's action-RPG will release in Q1 2026. Featured in this image LIMIT ZERO BREAKERS View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Time Takers Another NCSoft game, Time Takers has been delayed to a Q2 2026 release window. The third-person shooter focuses on teamwork and collecting a resource called Time Energy in order to unlock upgrades. Featured in this image Time Takers View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Cinder City Previously called Project LLL, NCSoft's Cinder City has a new name but won't be arriving as planned. The game will arrive in late Q3 2026. The sci-fi shooter features vehicular combat and takes place in a futuristic Seoul. Featured in this image CINDER CITY View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Aeterna Lucis Aeterna Lucis was originally planned to launch in September, but due to Silksong's release-date announcement, it has now been moved out of 2025 entirely. Aeternum Game Studios said it also needed more time to facilitate a release on all platforms simultaneously. Featured in this image Aeterna Lucis View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Featured in this image Mina the Hollower View Game Hub Follow Advertisement The Sinking City 2 Originally planned for a 2025 launch, The Sinking City 2 will now arrive in 2026. Frogwares cited, among other things, the continued challenges posed by the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine in its decision. Featured in this image The Sinking City 2 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Path of Exile 2 1.0 Path of Exile 2 has been available in early access for some time now, but the game has not actually "released" into its 1.0 state. That might be a little bit longer than anticipated, as Grinding Gear recently shared that it is will be pushing the launch further into 2026. Featured in this image Path of Exile 2 View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Toxic Crusasders Originally planned to launch in 2025, Toxic Crusaders will now release in early 2026, without a final concrete date set. According to Retroware, the goal to make the game the same experience across all platforms played a big role in the decision, which will also allow for more playtesting and polishing. Featured in this image Toxic Crusaders View Game Hub Follow Advertisement Featured in this image 007 First Light View Game Hub Follow Advertisement He-Man and The Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction Just ahead of its planned April launch date, He-Man and The Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction was delayed to a more nebulous Summer 2026 window. At the time of the delay, Limited Run Games said more time was needed to refine the game. Featured in this image He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction View Game Hub Follow Advertisement
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