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Planet Zoo 2 partners with BIAZA to bring real conservation into play
Frontier Developments has announced a partnership with BIAZA for Planet Zoo 2, aiming to integrate real-world conservation standards and animal welfare into the upcoming game for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S
Phantom Blade Zero Platinum Trophy Requires Only One Playthrough
S-Game has confirmed that Phantom Blade Zero's Platinum Trophy can be unlocked in a single playthrough on any difficulty, but the punishing Sixty-Six Days mode in New Game Plus is where the game's true test and unique content await
Final Fantasy VII Revelation introduces three-slot linked Materia armours
Naoki Hamaguchi has confirmed that Final Fantasy VII Revelation will feature armours with three linked Materia slots, a first for the series and a detail not previously disclosed by any other outlet
Lillymo Games Reveals Green Series With Ravenous Greed for 2027 Launch
Lillymo Games has announced the Green Series, a new line of Game Boy-inspired titles, starting with Ravenous Greed. The debut game is set for early 2027 on PlayStation, Switch, Xbox and PC, with a Steam demo planned
NASCAR 26 Reveals Overhauled Career and The Chase Mode for September Launch
NASCAR 26, developed by iRacing Studios, has unveiled a new developer diary trailer detailing its revamped career mode, The Chase standalone mode, and technical upgrades ahead of its 18 September release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC
GTA 6 Morality System May Lock Out Redemption for Extreme Play
A new report suggests Grand Theft Auto 6's morality meter can break entirely if players cause enough chaos, potentially making your character irredeemable for the rest of a playthrough. Rockstar's approach aims to balance freedom with meaningful consequences
Game Shelver 99 Announced for PC with November 2026 Release Date
Solo developer Prof. Scherer has officially announced Game Shelver 99, a PC title combining Steam library organisation with FPS elements, scheduled to launch on Steam on 17 November 2026
GTA 6 Extended Look Reveals Range of Side Activities for Players
Rockstar has released nearly 30 minutes of Grand Theft Auto 6 footage, offering a closer look at the variety of side activities players can expect beyond the main missions, from rally racing to base-jumping and more
Black Myth: Zhong Kui Trailer Reveals a More Grounded Direction
Game Science has released the first gameplay trailer for Black Myth: Zhong Kui, signalling a shift from the epic scale of Black Myth: Wukong to a more grounded, character-driven approach. The footage suggests a focus on narrative and atmosphere over spectacle
My Dear Emma Demo at gamescom 2026 Adds Scented Gameplay with ZESTUM
My Dear Emma will be playable at gamescom 2026 with a new sensory twist, as ZESTUM Scentbar technology brings carefully matched scents to selected scenes, offering visitors a multi-sensory demo experience
Grounded 2 Year 2 roadmap details new areas, weapons and secret content
Obsidian Entertainment has outlined its early access roadmap for Grounded 2's second year, confirming new map expansions, weapons, bosses and secret features, following the recent Into the Abyss update
Sabretooth Can Steal Wolverine's Kills in Marvel's Wolverine Co-op
Insomniac has revealed that Sabretooth will actively steal Wolverine's kills during co-op gameplay in Marvel's Wolverine, adding a new layer to their rivalry and changing how players experience team-ups in the upcoming PlayStation release
Control Resonant Reveals Metro Fault Mission and New Traversal Ability
Remedy Entertainment has unveiled new gameplay from Control Resonant, highlighting the Metro Fault mission and introducing the Reach traversal skill as part of IGN First's August coverage
Season 3 Creature System Overhaul Brings New Progression and Mating Features
Season 3: Era of the Shattered Seas will introduce a major overhaul to creature progression, including a revamped armour system, expanded mating mechanics for large mounts, and new Beast Lord skills to support both combat and production
The Legend of Khiimori Corruption Update Expands Survival and World Threats
Mindscape and Aesir Interactive have released the Corruption Update for The Legend of Khiimori in Early Access, introducing corrupted lands, new survival mechanics, and the powerful Breton horse breed across Steam and Epic Games Store
Angel Guardian demo launches on Steam with Twitch viewer integration
Corgee Inc. has released a public demo for Angel Guardian during Steam Cyberpunk Fest, offering players a first look at its 90s anime-inspired sci-fi action and optional Twitch integration that lets viewers influence gameplay in real time
EA Sports FC 27 Reveals The Grounds Open World Football Hub
EA Sports has detailed The Grounds, a new open world online hub for FC 27, aiming to blend football culture, social features and multiple game modes. Here's what's confirmed for launch and what remains to be seen
Vampire: The Masquerade 6th Edition enters open alpha with major system changes
White Wolf has officially announced Vampire: The Masquerade 6th Edition, now in active development with a free open alpha playtest on Demiplane, offering players a chance to influence the next evolution of the iconic tabletop RPG
The House Dreams Along With Them demo launches on Steam for PC and Steam Deck
Solo developer Jeffrey Nordin has released a playable demo for The House Dreams Along With Them, a dark first-person puzzle adventure now available on Steam for PC and Steam Deck, offering players a first look at its enigmatic dream-based mechanics
The Blood of Dawnwalker Rejects Filler for a Connected Open World
Rebel Wolves has detailed how The Blood of Dawnwalker's open world is designed to avoid filler content, focusing on meaningful activities, deep lore and handcrafted experiences that connect gameplay and narrative in new ways
Mazey Village Early Access Release Set for 5 August on Steam
Slappy Inc. has confirmed Mazey Village, a village-restoration adventure with maze exploration and light puzzles, will enter Steam Early Access for PC on 5 August 2026, with a playable demo available ahead of launch
WARSHIFT 2 Release Date Set for July 2026 on Steam
Solo developer Cyril Megem has announced WARSHIFT 2, a large-scale sci-fi RTS-action hybrid, will launch on Steam on 30 July 2026. A free demo is already available, offering a first look at its combined strategy and action gameplay
Mandate Order Reveals Why City Resources Alone Don't Guarantee War Readiness
Mandate Order's latest update highlights that food, population and weapons are not enough to prepare a city for war-true readiness depends on how well resources can be mobilised without crippling the settlement's economy
Stormlight: War for Roshar Board Game Announced by Brotherwise Games
Brotherwise Games has officially revealed Stormlight: War for Roshar, a large-scale board game based on Brandon Sanderson's Stormlight Archive, with a Kickstarter campaign planned for later this year
Myth of Empires: Throne S3 Adds Skyshaker Cannon and Battleship Upgrades
Myth of Empires: Throne Season 3 will introduce the Skyshaker Cannon siege weapon and a reworked Battleship building system, expanding tactical options for players ahead of the Era of the Shattered Seas update
Virtua Fighter Crossroads Revealed as Franchise Shifts to Story-Driven Design
Virtua Fighter Crossroads has been officially unveiled by Sega, promising a new narrative focus, fresh characters and a setting ten years after previous entries, but key gameplay details remain unconfirmed
The Blood of Dawnwalker Reveals Unusual Fantasy Races and Time-Bending Pixies
Rebel Wolves has detailed the unique sentient races in The Blood of Dawnwalker, including time-manipulating pixies and mountain-dwelling giants, offering a distinct take on fantasy worldbuilding ahead of the game's release
NASCAR 26 Launches 18 September with Dynamic Tracks and AI DNFs
iRacing has set the release date for NASCAR 26, confirming new dynamic track surfaces, AI retirements and a standalone Chase mode as the series builds on last year's entry
BROMS: Battle Royale Management Simulator Demo Arrives 30 July
MIZO CLEATE and PlayWay SA have announced a free demo for BROMS: Battle Royale Management Simulator, launching on Steam on 30 July, giving players the chance to manage and play their own custom battle royale arenas