Hands-On Preview
10 storiesWriters use confirmed sources and reproducible observation to establish capture-card footage, journalist test station and developer supervision level. Session time cap and guided demonstration add the context needed to compare implementations without treating them as identical. The judgement must come from the writer playing a named build, rather than only studying a trailer or presentation.
The Expanse Osiris Reborn demo reveals high-stakes monster hunt mission
Owlcat Games has unveiled a full mission from The Expanse Osiris Reborn at gamescom 2026 highlighting RPG-driven choices and a tense hybrid monster encounter as the studio targets a Spring 2027 release
SHIKA-Q to feature at Esports Research Network Conference 2026
Agni Flare has confirmed its sponsorship of the Esports Research Network Conference 2026 at Tsukuba University, where attendees will be able to try SHIKA-Q and discuss the intersection of esports, research and education
State of Decay 3 Preview Shows Progress Amid Xbox Studio Changes
State of Decay 3 has resurfaced with a promising early alpha demo, revealing expanded community management and improved combat, as Undead Labs navigates ownership changes and prepares for a 2027 release on Xbox, PlayStation 5 and PC
Fable's Combat Preview Reveals Spell Synergy and Humour at Gamescom 2026
Playground Games has showcased new Fable gameplay at Gamescom 2026, highlighting a flexible combat system that blends melee, ranged and magic abilities. The preview also demonstrates the series' trademark humour and experimental spell combinations
Showa American Story Preview: Bizarre RPG Mixes Parody with Rough Combat
Showa American Story has resurfaced with a hands-on preview, revealing a retro-inspired RPG world packed with cultural parodies and eccentric humour, but also highlighting concerns about combat depth and mechanical polish ahead of release
Gears of War: E-Day Preview Reveals Classic Combat and New Features
Gears of War: E-Day has been previewed, offering a first look at its campaign structure, evolved combat mechanics and technical performance on Xbox Series X. Here's what's confirmed and what remains to be seen
Nautus Preview: Survival-Crafting Meets Undersea Exploration on a Tropical Island
Magic Design Studios has revealed Nautus, a survival-crafting adventure set on a tropical island with a strong focus on underwater exploration and community building. The game blends cosy surface life with Metroidvania-inspired submersible gameplay
Zork's Unusual Design in The Duskbloods Explained by Miyazaki
FromSoftware's The Duskbloods network test has sparked discussion around Zork, a character whose bizarre appearance and abilities have made him a standout. Director Hidetaka Miyazaki has now clarified the inspiration and gameplay role behind Zork
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Brings Wuhu Island Back for 2026
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort reintroduces Wuhu Island with 12 sports, including archery, bowling and power cruising, as shown in a recent hands-on demo at San Diego Comic Con. Here's what's confirmed and what remains to be seen
QUIET Playtest Announced for 3 August as LINE Games Reveals Details
LINE Games has announced the first playtest for its upcoming horror co-op title QUIET, scheduled to begin on 3 August. Players will need to work together and stay silent to survive, with sign-ups now open for early notification