Total Gaming Network - Forum https://totalgamingnetwork.com/ TGN (and old CSN) community discussions en Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:17:11 GMT vBulletin 60 https://totalgamingnetwork.com/attachments/main_page/TGNSquare.png Total Gaming Network - Forum https://totalgamingnetwork.com/ Kinetic Publishing Showcase recap: 5 new indie games coming to PS5 https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546085-kinetic-publishing-showcase-recap-5-new-indie-games-coming-to-ps5 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:00:11 GMT You may have heard of Kinetic Games through our horror title, Phasmophobia (https://www.playstation.com/games/phasmophobia/). It’s sold over 27...

You may have heard of Kinetic Games through our horror title, Phasmophobia. It’s sold over 27 million copies, and thanks to this success, in January of this year we established our very own publishing label, Kinetic Publishing. Our aim at Kinetic Publishing is to support and empower indie devs to create incredible games, giving them the level of support that our founder, Daniel Knight, would have benefitted from when he was first creating Phasmophobia.




Today we debuted our Kinetic Publishing showcase, where we got to reveal the first five games we’ll be publishing throughout 2027 and 2028. These dev teams all have unique, inspiring stories and just as equally exciting games. From a true sci-fi horror to a witch-tech delivery adventure, and everything in between, we’ve curated a selection of games we hope players are going to love, and of course, they will all be available on PlayStation 5.




Contact Protocol







Can you make the right decisions under pressure? That’s the question the team behind Contact Protocol wants the answer to. In this sci-fi starship job simulator, you are tasked with the scourge that is corporate admin as you assess the intentions of incoming ships on the Pale Horse’s voyage to Jupiter’s largest moon. Compare incoming information against company records and do your best to determine whether ships are friend or foe. But make the wrong decision and all it takes is one torpedo to guarantee your safety – while sending the other crew to their death in the vacuum of space.







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In Contact Protocol, players’ cognitive load is gradually ramped up while being offered near-impossible decisions, and we found the combination of this stressful gameplay combined with allocated downtime and the incredible yet somewhat unsettling art style, to be something really special. It’s high stakes, it’s intense, but it’ll leave you coming back for more, as players will soon find out when Contact Protocol launches on PlayStation 5 in Spring 2027.




Crescent County







Crescent County is a game that sings with sunset-soaked, dreamy graphics from the mind of creative director and illustrator, Anna Hollinrake. Based on her own lived experience moving to the Isle of Wight, players will discover what it means to find home on this magical crescent isle. From crunchy, flow-state motorbroom driving, to messy, gossip-fuelled local drama and flirty relationships, Crescent County aims to offer the experience of Kiki’s Delivery Service meets the bikes of Akira set on a rural, witch-tech island.







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We couldn’t deny how much we loved the gorgeous, painterly world of Crescent County, a down-to-earth passion project that oozes good vibes. Celebrating queerness, found-family and community in a way we couldn’t ignore, get ready to lose yourself in the beauty of Crescent County when it comes to PlayStation 5 in Summer 2027.




Shellbound







Shellbound has taken the best bits of a metroidvania and set them on a ‘big ass snail’. Giving real meaning to the phrase ‘living world’, players take on the role of a parasite exploring an environment where organs are labyrinths and the snail’s very biology can reshape the paths available to them. The combination of combat and platforming provides the much-loved metroidvania challenge, proving simple to learn but satisfyingly difficult to master.







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But Shellbound is pushing the limits of the genre, giving players parasitic powers that allow them to take control of enemies and NPCs and each creature offering unique movement, combat, and traversal skills. Harnessing these abilities is the key to reaching hidden areas, unlocking new routes, and defeating powerful bosses – which players will learn when Shellbound launches on PlayStation 5 in Summer 2028.




Aether Wizard Life







The creativity and ambition of the team at Vonder Games is truly something to behold, as they combine town-building, platforming and exploration with action-RPG combat, farming, and dating in Aether Wizard Life. Players take on the role of an apprentice mage in the haunted town of Starfall, and must uncover the secrets of mysterious wizard kidnappings. Along the way, you are free to choose what tasks to take on each day, whether that’s growing magical crops, caring for exotic creatures, venturing into deep and twisting dungeons to fight monsters, or talking with the townsfolk to discover new side quests and problems to solve.







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From the Ghibli-inspired art style, to the story behind the town’s mystery taking inspiration from the fascinating, real history of witches – we were captivated by the team’s attention to detail in Aether Wizard Life. This new cozy wizard life sim launches on Playstation 5 in Autumn 2028.




Precognition







We are beyond excited to announce that we will be partnering with Half Mermaid Productions on their newest game, Precognition. Originally teased under the name ‘Project C’, Precognition is a sci-fi horror being created by Immortality and Her Story creator Sam Barlow in collaboration with acclaimed horror director Brandon Cronenberg. At Kinetic, we’ve played (and gotten hooked on) Sam’s previous FMS games like Immortality and Her Story, and jumped at the chance to work with such a talented team.




Of course, Kinetic is best known for its own horror title, so we’re very happy to have an equally thrilling game in our publishing lineup. And Precognition aims to go one step further than Sam’s previous games, giving players a real sense of agency and freedom in choosing where the story goes. Be sure to interrogate the smallest of details, and get ready to face the consequences that await when you meddle with the flow of time, when Precognition launches on PlayStation 5 in Spring 2028.



More...]]> Automated News Feeds PlayStationBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546085-kinetic-publishing-showcase-recap-5-new-indie-games-coming-to-ps5 Kinetic Publishing Showcase Recap: Every Reveal, Including the New Sam Barlow Game https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546081-kinetic-publishing-showcase-recap-every-reveal-including-the-new-sam-barlow-game Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:30:06 GMT Kinetic Publishing was built to empower indie creators with the level of support that our founder, Daniel Knight, would have benefitted from when he... Kinetic Publishing was built to empower indie creators with the level of support that our founder, Daniel Knight, would have benefitted from when he was first creating Phasmophobia. Today, we had the absolute pleasure of revealing Kinetic Publishing’s upcoming slate at the first-ever Kinetic Publishing Showcase, not only showing off five incredibly exciting titles due to launch in 2027 and 2028, but also putting the spotlight on five unique teams whose own stories are just as important as the ones they are aiming to tell.




From unsettling sci-fi horror to cosy magical farming, and everything in between, Kinetic Publishing has cultivated a selection of games we know players will love, because they’re games that we want to play as well.




Contact Protocol: Hail Starships, Interrogate Their Documents, and Fire Torpedoes





































Ask around the Kinetic Publishing office, and few would disagree that there’s any greater horror than piles of incomplete paperwork. In Contact Protocol, you’ll have to confront the scourge that is corporate admin aboard the starship Pale Horse. As you pass other ships on the way to Jupiter, you’ll check their details against company records and ascertain their intentions, in order to keep your crew safe. But if faced with uncertainty, all it takes is one torpedo to guarantee your safety – while dooming the other crew to death in the vacuum of space.




Contact Protocol slowly ramps up the player’s cognitive load while offering them near-impossible decisions, and we really clicked with the team’s focus on exploring what players are capable of when under pressure. It’s stressful, it’s rewarding, and it’s incredibly moreish, as players will discover for themselves when Contact Protocol launches for XBOX Series X|S and XBOX on PC in Spring 2027. Play it on both console and PC at no additional cost with XBOX Play Anywhere.




Crescent County: Ride Motorbrooms, Deliver Packages, and Kiss Girls as a Tech-Savvy Witch





































Crescent County is a game that just oozes good vibes, and from the moment Electric Saint lead developer, Anna Hollinrake showed us her witch-tech open world chock full of racing, deliveries and romance, we knew we had to publish it. Anna has allowed her distinctive art style to leak into every corner of the game, including the gameplay itself. Playing the early builds, we smoothly flowed from delivery jobs to racing, and then to romance, like the stroke of a brush.




We couldn’t believe our luck when we got to meet Anna, at the very first meeting of the first event we attended as Kinetic Publishing, and immediately fell in love with Crescent County’s painterly world and unique mode of transportation.




Crescent County is something a bit special, celebrating queerness and witchcraft in a way that immediately resonated with our team, and we know will resonate with players when it launches for XBOX Series X|S and XBOX on PC in Summer 2027. Play it on both console and PC at no additional cost with XBOX Play Anywhere.




Shellbound: Explore a Land Carried on a Snail’s Shell in This Parasitic Metroidvania

































Shellbound brings together everything we love about a good Metroidvania. The sense of exploration as you unlock the world piece by piece, grappling with the grand scale of a civilization whose lore is just waiting to be uncovered. And of course, razor-sharp combat and platforming that makes each challenge difficult to overcome, but incredibly satisfying once you do so. Shellbound adds an extra twist on top of this, casting players as a literal parasite travelling through a living world set upon a snail’s back.




The way the team at developer Fake Lobster has incorporated the player’s parasitic abilities – allowing them to take control over enemies and NPCs in the world and use their unique abilities in order to unlock new areas and find secrets – makes Shellbound feel fresh in a familiar genre we love. We can’t wait for Shellbound to take over your world when it launches for XBOX Series X|S and XBOX on PC in Summer 2028. Play it on both console and PC at no additional cost with XBOX Play Anywhere.




Aether Wizard Life: Rebuild a Haunted Town as an Apprentice Mage





































To say that we were blown away by the sheer ambition of the dev team at Vonder Games when we were pitched Aether Wizard Life would be an understatement. Action-RPG combat, platforming and exploration, town-building, farming, dating, shopkeeping. The sheer number of things you’re able to do in the game is admirable – and what’s truly impressive is that each and every element is fleshed out enough that it form the basis of a whole game by itself.




The love and care put into every detail of Aether Wizard Life is apparent at first glance, from the gorgeous Ghibli-esque art style, to the focus on player customization and the sheer variety of activities on offer for players to get stuck into. And with a mystery to solve at the heart of it, involving a mysterious group kidnapping wizards to their own nefarious ends, we think players are going to be spellbound by Aether Wizard Life when it launches for XBOX Series X|S and XBOX on PC in Autumn 2028. Play it on both console and PC at no additional cost with XBOX Play Anywhere.




PRECOGNITION: The Latest Game from Immortality and Her Story creator Sam Barlow







We are absolutely thrilled to be able to partner with Half Mermaid Productions and give players the first official details on PRECOGNITION. Originally teased under the name ‘Project C’, PRECOGNITION is a sci-fi horror thriller being created by Sam Barlow in collaboration with acclaimed horror director Brandon Cronenberg. Here at Kinetic we’re huge fans of Sam’s previous FMV games – Her Story, Telling Lies, and IMMORTALITY – and much like those modern classics, this game will reward players who dig down into the smallest of details. You’ll want to get pencils and notebooks ready for this one.




The games that Sam makes are truly singular, and as a studio that cut its teeth on horror, we’re excited to have a game in our lineup that will make your skin crawl. Players can look forward to diving into this science fiction story of time travel, prescience, and the horrors that await when you meddle with the flow of time, when PRECOGNITION launches for XBOX Series X|S and XBOX on PC in Spring 2028. Play it on both console and PC at no additional cost with XBOX Play Anywhere.

The post Kinetic Publishing Showcase Recap: Every Reveal, Including the New Sam Barlow Game appeared first on XBOX Wire.



More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546081-kinetic-publishing-showcase-recap-every-reveal-including-the-new-sam-barlow-game Dive Into What’s Next with Subnautica 2 Experimental https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546080-dive-into-whats-next-with-subnautica-2-experimental Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:00:21 GMT We’re excited to announce that Subnautica 2 Experimental is now available through the XBOX Insider Program, giving players the opportunity to... We’re excited to announce that Subnautica 2 Experimental is now available through the XBOX Insider Program, giving players the opportunity to experience upcoming updates early and help shape the future of the game alongside the team at Unknown Worlds.




Explore Tomorrow’s Updates Today



The Experimental preview gives you access to in-development content before it’s released to all players. These builds allow the development team to gather valuable feedback, identify issues, and refine upcoming features with the help of the community.




Because these are pre-release builds, you’ll encounter bugs, unfinished features, balance changes, and other rough edges along the way. That’s all part of the adventure. Every issue you report and every piece of feedback you share helps improve future updates and create a better experience for the entire community.




Before You Dive In



Here are a few important things to know before joining Experimental:
  • You’ll need to own Subnautica 2 or have access through an active Game Pass subscription.
  • Experimental builds contain content still under development and may be less stable than the regular version.
  • Experimental players can only play multiplayer with other Experimental players.
  • Saves are version-specific. Experimental saves cannot be used in the Stable version, and Stable saves cannot be used in Experimental.




Your save data isn’t deleted. Experimental and Stable saves are kept separate, and each version can only access its own saves.




How to Join



Getting started is easy with the XBOX Insider Hub:
  • On your XBOX Series X|S Console or Windows PC, sign-in and launch the XBOX Insider Hub app (or install it from the Store if needed)
  • Navigate to Previews > Subnautica 2 Experimental
  • Select Join
  • Wait for registration to complete, then you’ll be directed to the Store to install Subnautica 2 Experimental




Having trouble?
  • If Show in Store displays an error, wait 15 minutes, restart your console or PC, and try again.
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This month, enlist in Super Earth’s premier military peacekeeping force and fight for freedom across a hostile galaxy in Helldivers 2, shape your destiny in a stunningly authentic rendition of 15th century Bohemia in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, become the bullet hell and mow down thousands of night creatures to survive in Vampire Survivors, or cut a path through lands infested with terrifying chimaeras to unravel the mystery of their appearance in Hell is Us. All these titles and more are available in August’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup*. Meanwhile, PlayStation Plus Premium welcomes Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams and Disney’s Atlantis: The Lost Empire.

Helldivers 2 will be available to PlayStation Plus Extra members today, August 12, worldwide. All other titles will be available Tuesday, August 18 unless indicated otherwise.




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Helldivers 2 | PS5




Freedom. Peace. Managed Democracy. Your Super Earth-born rights. The key pillars of our civilization are under attack from deadly alien creatures conspiring to destroy your planet and its values. Join forces with up to three friends and wreak havoc on an alien scourge threatening the safety of your home planet, Super Earth, in this multiplayer co-op shooter from Arrowhead Game Studios. Step into the boots of the Helldivers, an elite class of soldiers whose mission is to spread peace, liberty and Managed Democracy using the biggest, baddest and most explosive tools in the galaxy. They say everything is better with friends, especially when it comes to raining destruction down on the enemies of Liberty! Be warned though: for maximum challenge and collaboration, friendly fire is always on. Today’s launch into PlayStation Plus Game Catalog coincides with a huge new game update. Find out more here.




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Kingdom Come: Deliverance II | PS5




You are Henry of Skalitz, an ordinary man doing extraordinary things, caught in a gripping tale of revenge, betrayal and discovery. Henry will embark on an epic journey, from a humble blacksmith’s forge to the court of Kings, as he searches for purpose in this beautiful but brutal medieval world. From bustling city streets to lush forests, discover an open-world medieval Europe through this thrilling action RPG set amid the chaos of a civil war in 15th-century Bohemia.






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Vampire Survivors | PS5, PS4




Hell is empty, the devils are here, and there’s no place to run or hide. All you can do is survive as long as you can until death inevitably puts an end to your struggles. Vampire Survivors is a gothic horror casual game with rogue-lite elements, where your choices can allow you to quickly snowball against the hundreds of monsters that get thrown at you. The supernatural indie phenomenon that lets you be the bullet hell!






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Hell is Us | PS5




Intense melee combat meets the thrill of exploration in Hell is Us, a third-person action-adventure game with a semi-open world to explore. Drawn to an isolated country ravaged by infighting, in search of his missing parents, United Nations peacekeeper Rémi goes absent without leave to discover the secrets of his past and deal with the repercussions of a mysterious calamity. Find answers to your questions and face mysterious creatures along your journey. If war is the closest we get to hell on earth, it’s because Earth harbours the worst of demons: humankind.

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Umamusume Pretty Derby – Party Dash | PS4




A colorful cast of pixel-art Umamusume are all in line and ready to compete in the Slapdash Grand Prix, a school festival featuring four zany events. Which team will run, shoot, and eat their way to gold and glory? Each team consists of 5 Umamusume, and a total of 4 teams have their eyes on the gold at the Slapdash Grand Prix. The Grand Prix is made up of 4 events: Hurtling Hurdles, Blazing Baskets, Dodgeball Demolition, and Gourmet Gauntlet. Select an Umamusume from your team for each event and aim for the gold, but be prepared for some wacky rules and hijinks!

Umamusume Pretty Derby – Party Dash will be available August 25 in the US, the UK and Japan.






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Two Point Museum | PS5




Two Point County’s most daring adventurers have travelled to the far reaches of the known map and returned with unique artefacts to host in your museum, along with the coordinates of a new expedition location, home to an exclusive special exhibit and events! As Curator, the design and management of your expanding museum is in your hands! Send your team of partially trained Experts on Expeditions in search of rare and mostly well-preserved artefacts. When (and hopefully not if) your Experts return from their adventure, proudly display their fantastic finds in your museum.




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Metro Exodus | PS5, PS4




Metro Exodus is an epic, story-driven first person shooter from 4A Games that blends deadly combat and stealth with exploration and survival horror. Flee the shattered ruins and embark on an epic, continent-spanning post-apocalyptic journey in the greatest Metro adventure yet. Explore vast, non-linear levels and follow a thrilling story-line inspired by the novels of Dmitry Glukhovsky that spans an entire year through spring, summer and autumn to the depths of nuclear winter.




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Dying Light 2 | PS5, PS4




In Dying Light 2, survival meets action adventure as you attempt to endure a hostile, post-apocalyptic world. Rival factions across The City aren’t the only enemy – a virus has turned a vast majority of the human population into monsters. Take on the role of Aiden Caldwell, a wanderer with the power to change the fate of The City, but your exceptional abilities come at a price. Haunted by memories you cannot decipher, you set out to learn the truth – and find yourself in a combat zone. Hone your skills to defeat your enemies and make allies. Unravel the dark secrets behind those that wield power, choose sides and decide your destiny. But wherever your actions take you, there’s one thing you must do – stay human.




Dying Light 2 will be available August 25 in the US, the UK and Japan.




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Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams | PS5, PS4

Step back into Feudal Japan and rise as Oni of the Ash — Soki, a strong young warrior, joins forces with his allies to take on powerful demons called Genma. With Oda Nobunaga’s demise, the Genma forces rampaging throughout Japan vanish. Toyotomi Hideyoshi takes control of the land, leading many to believe that peace has returned. On the fateful date of June 29, 1596, a strange planet with a mysterious glow appears in the sky, causing an unexpected change in Hideyoshi. Two years later, as chaos ensues, Hideyoshi embarks on a quest to gather cherry trees from the far reaches of Japan and transport them to the capital. Meanwhile, a young warrior in possession of dark power emerges. Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams originally released on PS2.






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Disney’s Atlantis: The Lost Empire | PS5, PS4




Experience Disney’s Atlantis: The Lost Empire first released on the original PlayStation console, now enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters. Driven by the legend of Atlantis, join Milo Thatch as he leads a team of experts to unlock the secrets of The Lost Empire. Journey to uncharted depths, far below the ocean surface where hidden dangers swim, lurk and spy from every nook and cranny. What you encounter next will change things forever…




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We are so excited to announce that even more new content is coming to Ghost of Yōtei! On October 1, we’ll have a new narrative expansion, new single-player combat survival mode, and new quality of life updates all coming in Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition!1









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In the coming weeks we’ll have much more to share, but wanted to give you a few early looks today at the new content in Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition:






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Ghost of Yōtei: Echoes of Sekigahara is our new narrative expansion. Split between the present day and flashbacks to Atsu’s time on the mainland, you’ll meet Nagato, a figure from Atsu’s past who has arrived in Ezo. In the present, you’ll explore a previously unseen valley once inhabited by The Snake and his gang of loyal followers, the Vipers. In the past, you’ll experience Atsu’s time in the Battle of Sekigahara and a key moment in her life before she returned home for her quest for vengeance. You’ll meet new enemies and find new heavy weapons, new armor sets, new dyes, and more.






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Ghost of Yōtei: Most Wanted is a brand new single-player combat survival mode, our spin on a roguelike. You’ll accept bounties in order to start new runs, where taking down enemies will earn you perks, as well as unlock additional characters to play as. We’ll have much more to show soon, but as you can see in the trailer today, Atsu is a master with the dual katana, while Oyuki excels with the kusarigama, and Nagato shines with a yari. We love to watch the amazing combat reels that have been shared with us on social media, and can’t wait to see you all try to perfect these runs.






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If you haven’t experienced Atsu’s journey yet, you can purchase Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition for $69.99 USD. In addition to Echoes of Sekigahara and Most Wanted, this includes the award-winning main Ghost of Yōtei game as well as Ghost of Yōtei Legends, our online co-op experience with support for up to four players and multiple gameplay modes culminating in a Raid.2 If you purchase the Complete Edition, you can immediately start playing the main game and Legends, and Echoes of Sekigahara and Most Wanted will arrive with a patch on October 1.




Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition also includes all of the in-game content previously included in the Ghost of Yōtei Digital Deluxe Edition, as well as the Charm of Hokkyokusei. If you purchase by September 30, you’ll also get an early unlock of the Sakai Armor on October 1 for Atsu to wear, a throwback to Jin’s family armor from Ghost of Tsushima.1






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If you already own Ghost of Yōtei, you can get Echoes of Sekigahara and Most Wanted by purchasing the Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition Upgrade for $14.99 USD. If you don’t already own the Digital Deluxe Edition and Charm of Hokkyokusei you’ll immediately unlock that content upon pre-ordering. And if you pre-order by September 30, on October 1 you’ll also get the early unlock of the Sakai Armor.







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Beyond the new content listed above, Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition includes new tracks for Watanabe Mode that will be available throughout the entire game when the mode is enabled. There’s also new photo mode stamps, additional cosmetics for New Game+, and new Trophies for both Echoes of Sekigahara and Most Wanted.




For anyone who owns Ghost of Yōtei, even without purchasing the Complete Edition upgrade, a new patch on October 1 will add the new Beauty of Yōtei mode, which allows for a screensaver-like view of the environments of Ezo to keep on and relax at home (and take stunning new Photo Mode captures). There will also be new quality of life features including the option to keep an armor set’s appearance while using a different set’s stats, as well as a new high contrast accessibility option.1




Thank you again to everyone for an amazing year since Ghost of Yōtei launched! We’ll have more to share about Most Wanted and Echoes of Sekigahara as we get closer to launch on October 1, so be sure to follow our social media channels and keep an eye out!




1 Available via patch v.2.0 on October 1, 2026 globally, and October 2, 2026 in some territories, including Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. Internet connection and account for PlayStation required to download.




2 Online multiplayer requires a PlayStation Plus subscription. PS Plus is subject to a recurring subscription fee taken automatically until cancellation. Full terms: play.st/psplus-usageterms.



More...]]> Automated News Feeds PlayStationBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546078-ghost-of-yotei-complete-edition-comes-to-ps5-october-1 Prepare for Emergence Day with the Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition XBOX Wireless Controllers https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546077-prepare-for-emergence-day-with-the-gears-of-war-e-day-limited-edition-xbox-wireless-controllers Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:16 GMT To celebrate the launch of Gears of War: E-Day, we’re giving fans two new ways to immerse themselves in one of gaming’s most iconic universes.... To celebrate the launch of Gears of War: E-Day, we’re giving fans two new ways to immerse themselves in one of gaming’s most iconic universes. Starting today, fans can pre-order the Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition XBOX Wireless Controller at participating retailers worldwide. Beginning September 30, players can also design their own Gears of War: E-Day controller with XBOX Design Lab. Together, these offerings pay tribute to Emergence Day with hardware inspired by the symbols, scars, and battles that defined humanity’s war against the Locust Horde. 











Return to the beginning of one of gaming’s most iconic sagas with Gears of War: E-Day, the story of Emergence Day and humanity’s first fight against the Locust Horde. Complete your loadout with the new Gears-inspired XBOX controllers, created for fans who want to carry a piece of Sera into every fight.








Inspired by the horror and brutality unleashed on Emergence Day, the Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition XBOX Wireless Controller captures the raw power of the Locust invasion with a battle-worn design built for fans.




Drawing from the E-holes that scar the world of Gears of War: E-Day, the controller features 3D molded, laser-etched details of cracked asphalt with red, glowing cracks created by the power of an erupting E-hole, exposing the iconic Crimson Omen beneath the surface. Blacked-out ABXY buttons are punctuated by a transparent red X button, while matching red triggers and a transparent D-pad reflect the destruction left in the wake of Emergence Day. A dark silver metallic COG tag on the battery door signifies Never Fight Alone. Squad up. Textured grips round out a design built for fans ready to carry a piece of Sera into every battle.




Built for longtime Gears fans and new recruits alike, this controller honors the legacy of Gears of War. You can preorder the Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition XBOX Wireless Controller for $89.99 by visiting XBOX.com or your local retailer, including Microsoft Store, for more information.








Beginning September 30, fans can create their own Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition XBOX Wireless Controller with XBOX Design Lab, featuring exclusive artwork from renowned heavy metal illustrator Luke Preece.




The centerpiece of the design is a custom top case featuring a skull perched atop crossed Lancers, surrounded by more skulls and battle-worn details inspired by the brutal conflict between the COG and the Locust Horde. Fans can make it their own with upgrades such as metallic triggers and D-pads, rubberized side and back grips, and a personalized engraving, creating a controller that reflects their connection to the world, characters, and legacy of Gears of War.




Combining iconic Gears-inspired artwork with deep customization options, XBOX Design Lab empowers fans to create a controller uniquely their own while gearing up to crush grubs.




See Them First at gamescom 2026




Both controllers will be on public display for the first time at the XBOX booth at gamescom 2026. Fans at the show will also get to go hands-on with Gears of War: E-Day, where the campaign makes its playable debut.




8BitDo Ultimate Charging Dock for XBOX Controllers – Gears of War: E-Day








The 8BitDo Ultimate Charging Dock for XBOX Controllers – Gears of War: E-Day brings the battle-worn world to your gaming setup as a complementary accessory to the Gears of War: E-Day XBOX Wireless Controller. Officially licensed by XBOX, it is compatible with XBOX Series X|S and XBOX One wireless controllers and includes an 8BitDo rechargeable battery pack. The dock features magnetic alignment for easy placement, drop-and-charge functionality, and built-in protection against overcharging and overheating. Designed with details inspired by the battlefield aesthetic of Gears of War: E-Day, it delivers a seamless way to display, charge, and keep your controller ready for the fight ahead.




However you choose to play, the Gears of War: E-Day controllers give fans new ways to commemorate the grit, brutality, and devastation of Emergence Day. Claim yours and stand ready.





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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546077-prepare-for-emergence-day-with-the-gears-of-war-e-day-limited-edition-xbox-wireless-controllers Revisit the Arcade Racing Classic RIDGE RACER with ACA-Exclusive Features 30% Off Now https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546076-revisit-the-arcade-racing-classic-ridge-racer-with-aca-exclusive-features-30-off-now Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:16 GMT Summary Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer (https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/arcade-archives-2-ridge-racer/9pcw8m2shj8n) is now available at 30%... Summary

  • Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer is now available at 30% off for a limited time.
  • Learn the basics of the gameplay and beginner tips to get started.
  • Discover Arcade Archives-exclusive modes and features that make this arcade classic even more enjoyable.





Ridge Racer was released by Namco Limited (now Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.) in 1993. Powered by the 3D CG arcade system System 22, it amazed racing game fans with its immersive sense of speed and realism. And, of course, when you think of Ridge Racer, you think of drifting! Its drifting mechanics are so satisfying that many players still consider them among the best in the genre, helping the game remain an inspiration to players around the world even today.




Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer is now available at 30% off for a limited time. There’s never been a better opportunity to experience this arcade racing classic.








Like any racing game, the goal is simple: clear a set number of laps within the time limit and cross the finish line first.




To help you get started smoothly, here are a few things that are easy to miss at first.




Remember, this was originally an arcade game, so like most Arcade Archives titles, you’ll need to insert coins before playing. In Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer, the race begins as soon as you press the Accelerate button after inserting two credits with the Insert Credit button. It’s a race, after all. No time to waste!








On the next screen, selecting a difficulty may feel a little unusual at first, as the Left/Right stick controls behave like a real steering wheel and automatically return to the center when released.




If you’ve used a real steering wheel before, it’ll feel natural. Otherwise, the D-pad may be easier to use.




Ridge Racer features four difficulty levels: NOVICE, INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED, and T.T. (TIME TRIAL). Each one has a different maximum speed, lap count, and track layout, so keeping your steering under control at higher speeds and learning the course are the keys to victory.








Did you also know you can change the BGM simply by pressing the Shift up and Shift down buttons before the race starts? The right music sets the mood for a great race, so pick your favorite and hit the road!




Arcade Archives Exclusive Modes







Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer includes several modes to enhance your experience. In ORIGINAL MODE, you can enjoy the original arcade game just like the good old days. With various settings available to customize your experience, it is perfect for both casual players and those looking to sharpen their skills.




And what would a racing game be without rankings? In HI SCORE MODE, CARAVAN MODE, and TIME ATTACK MODE, you can compete for the top spot on the online rankings with your score. Each mode has its own rules, so you’ll need to adapt your strategy and rely on your driving skills alone, as most game settings cannot be changed in these competitive modes.




Arcade Archives Exclusive Features







Quick Save / Quick Load (Original Mode Only)




In racing, maintaining your speed and staying focused are everything. That’s why, in addition to the standard four save slots, the game includes a Quick Save slot for one-button saving. With dedicated Quick Save and Quick Load buttons, you can save without letting go of the accelerator, then reload instantly whenever you need.




Rewind (Original Mode Only)




The Rewind feature lets you turn back time by a few seconds, perfect for when you bump into another car, miss your racing line, or forget to save. Although you can only rewind a few seconds, it’s enough to erase small mistakes and keep improving your run.








Screen Settings




One of the best ways to enjoy a classic is by recreating the atmosphere of its original era. If you want to experience that retro feel, Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer offers several display options. Turn on the Screen Filter to add classic scanlines, enable the CRT TV Filter for the curved look of old displays, adjust the Brightness setting to recreate corner shading, and add a touch of Screen Noise to complete the effect.




If you played Ridge Racer back then, it’s a nostalgic trip. If not, it’s the perfect chance to experience a piece of arcade history.




With Arcade Archives-exclusive features that make the experience even more enjoyable, now is the perfect time to hit the road. Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer is now 30% off for a limited time.













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"RIDGE RACER" is a racing game released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment) in 1993.
Experience the essence of virtual reality using the 3D CG system "System 22."
This game has four modes to choose from, including three difficulty levels – NOVICE, INTERMEDIATE, and ADVANCED – as well as T.T. (TIME TRIAL), where you compete one-on-one against a rival car to achieve the best time. Additionally, a DX version featuring support for an H-shifter and clutch is also included.

The “Arcade Archives” series began in May 2014 with the concept of faithfully reproducing classic arcade games. With the release of “RIDGE RACER,” the series introduces “Arcade Archives 2” series, featuring a completely redesigned user interface.
In addition to the “ORIGINAL MODE,” “HIGH SCORE MODE,” and “CARAVAN MODE” included in the “Arcade Archives” series, “Arcade Archives 2” series will add new features such as “TIME ATTACK MODE” and “NETWORK MODE.”In “TIME ATTACK MODE” you compete to see who can beat the final boss the fastest stating from the first battle. This mode focuses on how quickly you can complete the game, regardless of the score you achieve. In “NETWORK MODE” you can play against other users over the network. However, “TIME ATTACK MODE” and “NETWORK MODE” may not be implemented in some games. Since “RIDGE RACER” is a single-player game, “NETWORK MODE” is not implemented.
Additionally, functionality has been significantly enhanced. Multiple save slots have been implemented instead of just one, along with a rewind feature that allows players to retry gameplay and a quick start feature for those who want to dive straight into the game. Furthermore, VRR support has been added, enabling more accurate reproduction of the original arcade game's experience.
Enjoy the legendary arcade masterpiece with “Arcade Archives 2,” now more fun and user-friendly.

*The options menu and manual are available in Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.











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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546076-revisit-the-arcade-racing-classic-ridge-racer-with-aca-exclusive-features-30-off-now Helldivers 2 joins PlayStation Plus Game Catalog today, Devoid of Liberty update out now https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546075-helldivers-2-joins-playstation-plus-game-catalog-today-devoid-of-liberty-update-out-now Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:02 GMT We have watched the Void stretch across the galaxy for too long. The threat posed to our Liberty is too great and we can no longer stand by as the...

We have watched the Void stretch across the galaxy for too long. The threat posed to our Liberty is too great and we can no longer stand by as the Illuminate gain ground.




Helldivers, you are needed on the battlefield of a new frontier–one more wild and uncertain than any we have faced prior. We must venture into their haunted abyss, the Void, and liberate it back into Super Earth’s control.

Today’s Devoid of Liberty release also coincides with Helldivers 2 entering the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog. Starting today, Helldivers 2 will be available to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members.




Journey to the Void



Getting into the Void presents a unique challenge. High Command has ordered reconnaissance missions to gather as much intel as possible in order to give us an advantage.






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The planets within the Void’s reach have been altered–strange mutations have left a permanent mark on planets, and intelligence reports suggest that these changes are even more significant the closer the planets are to the Void itself. What lies inside?






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Complete new missions



You will be given new objectives to conquer–destroy Illuminate spires and gateways, complete data reconnaissance, and infiltrate Illuminate structures with your team.




New secondary objectives will also become available, from eradicating Void mutations to extracting materials for research, as well as the opportunity to open a secondary extraction zone on the map to potentially evacuate your squad faster.




Exterminate new threats



As you fight your way toward the Void, you’ll encounter new, hideously mutated organisms. We have received intelligence reports that indicate these metamorphosed creatures are emerging from the heart of the Void–they are ghoulish diversions wrought into existence by the Illuminate scourge to threaten our freedom.




The Wretch





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The nimble Wretch moves fast and can easily overwhelm weaker fighters and dodge their counter-attacks–don’t let it get the jump on you.




The Crusher





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On a relentless death march, the Crusher can take heavy damage and also dish it out. Wear it down before it regenerates.




Dive with more impact



We aren’t sending you in without backup. You may now gain all 300 ranks of security access and privileges, as well as new rank titles.




We have commissioned SEAF platoons to aid in completing operations. They’ll arrive on dropships to fight alongside you and your squad, offering medical support via stims, but also give a boost to your morale when you salute, shake hands, and–of course–hug them.






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This is our opportunity to strike and avenge the citizens, SEAF, and Helldivers lost in the Battle for Super Earth.




PlayStation Plus



Join the fight for galactic freedom as acclaimed co-op shooter Helldivers 2 arrives in the Game Catalog – included with PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium*, starting today.






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Want more good news? The Helldivers 2 community is about to take on an epic collective challenge: eliminate 500 million enemies by August 18 to unlock four Helldiver PlayStation avatars. Join the fight and help the community reach the goal!






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Helldivers 2 Super Merch store



Helldivers 2 Super Merch is now available for those dedicated to the pursuit of Liberty and Democracy. Super Earth recognizes your accomplishments with special merchandise for purchase; complete in-game achievements in Helldivers 2 to unlock this merchandise on the Helldivers 2 Super Merch store**. Want to see what Helldivers 2 Super Merch is available to you? Simply sign on to the Helldivers 2 Super Merch store using your preferred platform.




The latest update, Devoid of Liberty*** is live now! Take back the galaxy, divers–give these squids hell.




*PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and PlayStation Plus Premium/Deluxe lineups may differ by region. Please check PlayStation Store on release day. Digital PS5 games available to stream from your library will vary over time, region, and country. PlayStation Plus is subject to a recurring subscription fee taken automatically until cancellation. Terms apply: play.st/psplus-usageterms
** The Helldivers 2 Super Merch program is currently only available in certain regions. For the full list of supported countries please visit here.
***Gameplay requires internet access and paid-for subscription on console (sold separately).



More...]]> Automated News Feeds PlayStationBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546075-helldivers-2-joins-playstation-plus-game-catalog-today-devoid-of-liberty-update-out-now Helldivers 2: Devoid of Liberty – Meet the SEAF Squad Assembled to Take on The Illuminate https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546074-helldivers-2-devoid-of-liberty-meet-the-seaf-squad-assembled-to-take-on-the-illuminate Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:00:05 GMT The blight of the Illuminate have expanded their war front with a strange new presence on the Galactic map. Assessed by our top Super Earth... The blight of the Illuminate have expanded their war front with a strange new presence on the Galactic map. Assessed by our top Super Earth scientists, this area has been classified as Devoid of Liberty.

From this Liberty forsaken place, we have received reports of twisted perversions of enemies sporting razor sharp limbs and wielding other undemocratically unsanctioned weapons. To even the odds, we have mobilized the bravest members from our SEAF forces; now equipped with a wider array of weapons and armors.




This new SEAF team is trained in several new interactions and ready to take commands from your Helldiver. Whether it’s following you to the objective or boosting your morale with a hug, you’ll get the backup you need.




Time to meet some of your new squad!








SEAF Squad Leader, C. Zhang, equipped with trusty Liberator and radio pack, will issue commands to his squad with unique voice over and animations.








The SEAF Medic, STIMmothy, will use the stim pistol and syringes to keep your whole squad in the fight.








SEAF Rifleman, A. Aaronson, might carry standard issue equipment, but he’s got plenty of battlefield experience to back you up.








SEAF Specialist, B. Devaux, is your heavy, armed with the MG-43 Machine Gun and EAT. He’s not going down without a fight.




New Emotes and Titles




SEAF are not the only ones undergoing rigorous interactive training, Helldivers have now been cleared to expand their virtuous minds with an additional 4 emotes for maximum expression.








A new frontier offers new levels of veterancy, recognizing Helldivers who are willing to go forth where no Helldiver has gone before. Super Earth has committed to bestowing upon these brave Divers a range of new titles.








The latest update, Devoid of Liberty, is out now on XBOX at no additional cost. Take up the fight for Freedom and introduce those squids to your own brand of Managed Democracy.

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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546074-helldivers-2-devoid-of-liberty-meet-the-seaf-squad-assembled-to-take-on-the-illuminate Watch the Phantom Blade Zero gameplay deep dive State of Play on August 17, pre-orders live today https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546073-watch-the-phantom-blade-zero-gameplay-deep-dive-state-of-play-on-august-17-pre-orders-live-today Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:00:02 GMT We’re excited to share that Phantom Blade Zero (https://www.playstation.com/games/phantom-blade-zero/) is now available for pre-order. We’re also...

We’re excited to share that Phantom Blade Zero is now available for pre-order. We’re also sharing a deeper look at the game in a special Phantom Blade Zero gameplay deep dive State of Play broadcast, streaming August 17 at 7:00pm PT / 10:00pm ET | August 18 at 3:00am BST / 10:00am Beijing Time / 11:00am JST. Today’s new extended trailer isn’t enough to cover our intricate gameplay systems, dynamic combat, and the dark wuxia land we call the Phantom World. That’s why our upcoming State of Play takes a much closer look at what you can expect from Phantom Blade Zero.




You may have recognized a familiar face at the end of the pre-order trailer. Donnie Yen has served as creative consultant for Phantom Blade Zero since 2023, bringing his martial arts and action filmmaking expertise to our combat design to help deliver an authentic kung fu experience. He also takes on the role of Facial & Motion Capture Actor for Mó Yuan, our protagonist Soul’s father.




What you saw in the pre-order trailer is only the beginning. Battling enemies atop a speeding wagon and crossing blades with former comrades like The Hunt are just the opening moments of Soul’s journey. The Phantom Blade Zero gameplay deep dive State of Play will introduce never-before-seen characters central to our story while showing just how expressive players can be with their individual builds. We’re looking forward to finally sharing more of what we’ve been working on.









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Until then, Phantom Blade Zero launches on October 29, 2026, and is available to pre-order now on PlayStation 5. Pre-ordering Phantom Blade Zero grants early unlock of the Treasure Basin accessory and the Legacy outfit. Both items can also be obtained through in-game progression.




We’re excited to share much more during our special standalone State of Play on August 17 and hope you’ll join us on the PlayStation Twitch and YouTube channels!




Regarding co-streaming and video-on-demand (VOD)



Please note that this broadcast may include copyrighted content (e.g. licensed music) that Sony Interactive Entertainment does not control. We welcome and celebrate our amazing co-streamers and creators, but licensing agreements outside our control could interfere with co-streams or VOD archives of this broadcast. If you’re planning to save this broadcast as a VOD to create recap videos, or to repost clips or segments from the show, we advise omitting any copyrighted music.







More...]]> Automated News Feeds PlayStationBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546073-watch-the-phantom-blade-zero-gameplay-deep-dive-state-of-play-on-august-17-pre-orders-live-today (For Southeast Asia) First look at Marvel’s Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 Console bundle and accessories  https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546072-for-southeast-asia-first-look-at-marvels-wolverine-limited-edition-ps5-console-bundle-and-accessories Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:00:02 GMT Last month, the team at Insomniac Games and Marvel Games shared lots of new details and reveals at San Diego Comic-Con for Marvel’s Wolverine...

Last month, the team at Insomniac Games and Marvel Games shared lots of new details and reveals at San Diego Comic-Con for Marvel’s Wolverine. Today, we’re giving a first look at the PS5 Digital Edition – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition Bundle, which features a PS5 Digital Edition that captures the raw ferocity of Wolverine alongside a matching DualSense wireless controller and a game code for Marvel’s Wolverine.









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Inspired by Insomniac’s Battle Reborn suit and claws, the PS5 Digital Edition – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition Bundle will be available globally and channels Logan’s unmistakable intensity through a bold yellow finish. The design brings in Wolverine’s exposed claw marks and lets players peek under the hood of the PS5 Digital Edition and see what’s underneath. The DualSense wireless controller also features furious slashes inspired by his famous claws, giving players a striking way to bring the game into the palm of their hands.




The DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition will also be available for standalone purchase globally.




It was important for us to capture the primal energy of Wolverine in this new look for the PS5 console, and it has been fantastic collaborating with Insomniac Games and Marvel Games on the design. We worked alongside Jock, the Scottish graphic artist who contributed to the key art for Marvel’s Wolverine and whose work across comics helped inspire the bold, graphic tone of this limited edition design:




“I wanted to show Wolverine at his fiercest for Marvel’s Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 Console bundle and accessories. I still draw all my artwork traditionally, so the opportunity to marry cutting-edge hardware with the energy and looseness of hand-drawn ink is incredibly exciting. I’m stunned by how well the console and accessories captured the raw energy of the drawing, bringing Wolverine to life in a completely unique way. ”




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“His [Jock] illustrative works have the energy and dynamics needed to capture the kinetic and violent nature of our hero. One whose primary interaction with the world is with unbreakable Adamantium claws. Jock’s illustrations are grounded and raw and perfectly personify Wolverine.”




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A matching DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Adamantium Limited Edition also features the same metallic finish and will be available for separate standalone purchase. You can purchase the Marvel’s Wolverine Adamantium Limited Edition PS5 Pro console covers and DualSense wireless controller design in limited quantities through local retailers. 




In Singapore, DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Adamantium Limited Edition will be available exclusively through select retailer channels in limited quantity. More details will be shared on later date through retail channels.




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Marvel’s Wolverine PS5 Digital Edition bundle and accessories are available for pre-order starting August 19 at 10 AMlocal time, with Suggested Retail Price (SRP) as below:
  • PlayStation 5 Digital Edition – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition Bundle
    • SGD 849 / MYR 2,799 / IDR 11,399,000 / THB 20,990
  • DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition
    • SGD 115 / MYR 419 / IDR 1,549,000 / THB 2,890 / PHP 5,411 / VND 2,399,000
  • PlayStation 5 Console Covers – Battle Yellow Limited Edition
    • SGD 101 / MYR 369 / IDR 1,359,000 / THB 2,590 / PHP 4,767 / VND 2,099,000
  • PlayStation 5 Pro Console Covers – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition
    • SGD 101 / MYR 369 / IDR 1,359,000 / THB 2,590
  • PlayStation 5 Pro Console Covers – Marvel’s Wolverine Adamantium Limited Edition
    • SGD 101 / MYR 369 / IDR 1,359,000 / THB 2,590
  • DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Adamantium Limited Edition
    • SGD 115 / MYR 419 / IDR 1,549,000 / THB 2,890 / PHP 5,411 / VND 2,399,000




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  • Take the plunge today as Grounded 2’s largest content update yet, Into the Abyss, opens an expansive new underwater adventure, with hidden discoveries, forgotten landmarks and more.
  • Prepare for what lies beneath with new diving gear, underwater base building, dangerous new creatures, and the amphibious Toe Biter Buggy.
    Grounded 2 is also coming to PlayStation 5, welcoming a new community of players to join the adventure in Brookhollow Park during our Early Access development period.





There’s more to Brookhollow Park than meets the eye



With the Into the Abyss update, Grounded 2’s biggest content update yet, you’ll discover an entirely new side of the park as you venture beneath the surface of Skunk Pond. What begins as a typical park pond quickly opens into a sprawling underwater world filled with hidden discoveries, new challenges, and new ways to survive.








Whether you’re returning to Brookhollow Park or preparing to experience it for the first time, Into the Abyss expands Grounded 2 with new areas to explore, featuring underwater exploration, new progression systems, creatures, base building, and countless new discoveries waiting above and below the surface. Also for the first time, PlayStation players will be able to join the adventure as Grounded 2 launches on PlayStation 5, growing the community throughout our Early Access development period. With over 30 million players in the Grounded series to date, we look forward to welcoming more friends to join the larger than life survival adventure.




A Whole New Way to Explore



The pond isn’t just another destination—it’s an entirely new layer of Brookhollow.








You’ll swim below the surface to navigate underwater caverns and discover hidden points of interest scattered throughout the pond. Beyond the shoreline, the Bridge, Gnarly Bark, and Pergola expand Brookhollow Park with even more places to explore, while those willing to dive deepest can descend into the mysterious Abyss. Every path rewards curiosity with new resources, collectibles, and surprises tucked throughout this new, explorable area.




Prepare Before You Dive



Exploring below the surface requires more than curiosity.




You’ll craft new diving gear that lets you stay underwater longer and access places previously out of reach. As you progress, you’ll unlock new ways to explore deeper into the pond while adapting to an environment filled with new obstacles, underwater combat, and dangerous creatures.








Joining the adventure is the amphibious Toe Biter Buggy, giving you a new way to traverse both land and water as you continue exploring Brookhollow.




Build, Battle, and Discover



The Into the Abyss update also introduces underwater base building, allowing you to create submerged outposts and expand your home into places that were previously impossible to inhabit.








Of course, no trip beneath the surface would be complete without new encounters. You’ll face both familiar and new creatures, including the amphibious Toe Biter and the mechanical Catch ‘N Kill robots, alongside returning threats like the Diving Bell Spider. Every encounter presents new challenges as you fight to survive and uncover everything the pond has been hiding.




Whether you prefer exploring solo or surviving alongside friends, Into the Abyss offers new reasons to dive back into Grounded 2 and discover just how much bigger Brookhollow Park has become.




We’ll see you in the park.




Grounded 2 is available in Game Preview for XBOX Series X|S, XBOX on PC, in Early Access on Steam, PlayStation 5, and you can play it on Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass. Play it on both XBOX Series X|S and XBOX on PC at no additional cost with XBOX Play Anywhere.

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Last month, the team at Insomniac Games and Marvel Games shared lots of new details and reveals at San Diego Comic-Con for Marvel’s Wolverine. Today, we’re giving a first look at the PS5 Digital Edition – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition Bundle, which features a PS5 Digital Edition that captures the raw ferocity of Wolverine alongside a matching DualSense wireless controller and a game code for Marvel’s Wolverine.









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Inspired by Insomniac’s Battle Reborn suit and claws, the PS5 Digital Edition – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition Bundle will be available globally and channels Logan’s unmistakable intensity through a bold yellow finish. The design brings in Wolverine’s exposed claw marks and lets players peek under the hood of the PS5 Digital Edition and see what’s underneath. The DualSense wireless controller also features furious slashes inspired by his famous claws, giving players a striking way to bring the game into the palm of their hands.




The DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition will also be available for standalone purchase globally.




It was important for us to capture the primal energy of Wolverine in this new look for the PS5 console, and it has been fantastic collaborating with Insomniac Games and Marvel Games on the design. We worked alongside Jock, the Scottish graphic artist who contributed to the key art for Marvel’s Wolverine and whose work across comics helped inspire the bold, graphic tone of this limited edition design:




“I wanted to show Wolverine at his fiercest for Marvel’s Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 Console bundle and accessories. I still draw all my artwork traditionally, so the opportunity to marry cutting-edge hardware with the energy and looseness of hand-drawn ink is incredibly exciting. I’m stunned by how well the console and accessories captured the raw energy of the drawing, bringing Wolverine to life in a completely unique way. ”




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“His [Jock] illustrative works have the energy and dynamics needed to capture the kinetic and violent nature of our hero. One whose primary interaction with the world is with unbreakable Adamantium claws. Jock’s illustrations are grounded and raw and perfectly personify Wolverine.”




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A matching DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Adamantium Limited Edition also features the same metallic finish and will be available for separate standalone purchase. You can purchase the Marvel’s Wolverine Adamantium Limited Edition PS5 Pro console covers and DualSense wireless controller design where direct.playstation.com is available* and in limited quantities through select retailers outside of these regions.




Insomniac Games is bringing an all-new original action-packed experience with Marvel’s Wolverine, and we hope you enjoy these designs inspired by the game and character. We can’t wait for players to experience Marvel’s Wolverine on PS5 when it launches beginning September 15, 2026.






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Marvel’s Wolverine PS5 Digital Edition bundle and accessories are available for pre-order starting August 19 at 10 AMlocal time.




The following are available at direct.playstation.com* and through select retailers.
  • PlayStation 5 Digital Edition – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition Bundle 
    • $649.99 US / £569.99 GBP/ €649.99 EUR / ¥96,980 JPY RRP
  • DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition
    • $84.99 US / £74.99 GBP/ €84.99 EUR / ¥12,480 JPY RRP




The following are exclusively available through direct.playstation.com in regions where it is available* and select retailers outside of these regions:
  • PlayStation 5 Console Covers – Battle Yellow Limited Edition
    • $74.99 US / £64.99 GBP / €74.99 EUR / ¥9,980 JPY RRP
  • PlayStation 5 Pro Console Covers – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition
    • $74.99 US / £64.99 GBP/ €74.99 EUR / ¥9,980 JPY RRP
  • PlayStation 5 Pro Console Covers –Marvel’s Wolverine Adamantium Limited Edition
    • $74.99 US / £64.99 GBP / €74.99 EUR RRP
  • DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Adamantium Limited Edition
    • $84.99 US / £74.99 GBP/ €84.99 EUR RRP




Marvel’s Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 Console bundle and accessories will be available beginning September 15 in limited quantities. Check our website for more details.




*Regions where direct.playstation.com is available: U.S., U.K., France, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Spain, Portugal, Italy and Austria. Visit direct.playstation.com for more details.




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Starting August 19, 2026 at 7:00am PT / 10:00am ET in the U.S., and 10:00am local time in the U.K., France, Germany, Austria, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, players will be able to pre-order Marvel’s Wolverine PS5 Digital Edition Console bundle and accessories through direct.playstation.com, while supplies last. 




When ordering directly from PlayStation, enjoy free launch day delivery for eligible pre-orders.





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  • Star Wars Zero Company arrives August 27, 2026 on XBOX Series X|S.
  • A turn-based tactics game with RPG storytelling, it’s the debut from Bit Reactor, a new studio lead by Firaxis XCOM veterans.
  • Polished, charming and fun, it’s a gift to fans of tactics games and Star Wars alike.





When I spoke with the Creative Director and Lead Designer of Star Wars Zero Company earlier this summer, I left extremely excited about the promise of a turn-based tactics game set amid the Clone Wars, made by seasoned hands behind some of the genre’s best.




Now that I’ve played 15 hours of a preview build over the course of a week, I’m thrilled to report that it absolutely lives up to that immense promise. Star Wars Zero Company is the perfect fusion of genre, developer, and intellectual property into something special that bodes well for the future of both tactics and Star Wars games.








Ultimate Team



You play Hawks, a former Republic officer who now leads the eponymous Zero Company of mercenaries, beginning as many great Star Wars stories do: suffocating in debt to the Hutt crime syndicate. Soon, a displaced noble and a Republic Intelligence agent approach them about investigating a dangerous cult, the Coil, spreading in the outer reaches of the galaxy alongside a mysterious and terrifying plague. It’s a classic, morally clear premise to get you right into the action of fighting smugglers, cultists, and droids in gripping, turn-based tactical battles.




As is so often the case in Star Wars, what really elevates the proceedings is the scrappy, found family of outsiders at your side. Of course, one unfortunate Rodian doesn’t survive the tutorial mission to reinforce how permadeath works (going down in combat gives a wound, and accumulating 3 wounds without resting is end of the line). That leaves you with a starting squad of discharged clone trooper Trick and ex-convict/boxer, Kabb Uppercut (a truly classic Star Wars name, and also my Hawks’ best friend according to the bond system, which rewards tracks and rewards characters that do a lot together). Soon you’re joined by Jae Mordant, the aforementioned noble whose mining citadel was stolen from her by Fathom, leader of the Coil.








But it’s not long until you’re growing that squad yourself. Early on, I also recruited two different snipers from the procedurally generated pool of potential teammates available for hire: Yaan Nia, a human rebel firebrand that I took because she looks kind of like Kleya from “Andor,” and Kos Niemz, a steely Weequay mercenary that I took because she looks kind of like a California Raisin. I fell in love with both of them almost immediately – procedurally generated characters, pinging off one another in emergent, systematized relationships, not to mention the looming threat of death, is a proven formula in countless games from The Sims to XCOM to RimWorld. As you might expect, Star Wars is an absolutely perfect setting for it, overflowing with iconic species and archetypes to mix and match like action figures in your own sandbox. This will be great fodder for imaginative streamers, like XCOM was before it.




In addition to fully customizing the appearance and specialization of Hawks at the start, you can also respec any of the above characters at any time. The only characters you can’t change are those you can recruit with unique specializations (so far, a Jedi Padawan and a Mandalorian Bounty Hunter). For the generated characters, you can even change their appearance and personality whenever you want. You can also build characters from scratch from the start menu, and enable or disable them for recruitment. It really is one of the most robust toolkits I’ve ever seen for customizing your own adventuring crew of ‘Star Wars guys’ this side of a tabletop role-playing game.




My Hawks started as a Scoundrel, but Kabb also had that class, so instead I soon switched her to a quick-firing Gunslinger, in order to take advantage of a weapon mod I’d found that applied accumulating burn status on every attack. I could just as easily imagine more RP-minded players using these customization systems to make narrative-driven modifications to their crew, like new scars and a change of role after a near-death experience. Zero Company empowers players both strategically and aesthetically to freely experiment with constructing exactly the team of operators that they want, while reserving the serious friction for where it belongs: the tactical battles.








Blorbo Chess



Combat will, in broad strokes, feel right at home to turn-based tactics veterans. Each of your characters has 3 action points per round, to be spent on moving, attacking, or using items and abilities. You alternate between taking all of your actions and the enemies taking theirs as you fight through various docks, landing pads, and other exotic locales across the galaxy far, far away. Objectives are typically divided between standing and fighting until you’ve defeated everyone, or achieving a set task (such as rescuing a hostage or holding a spot for several turns while you steal something) and then moving to an extraction zone while more enemies pour in.




Your squad’s most powerful abilities require a shared resource, Advantage, instead of action points, which accumulates up to a max of 10 when any of your team successfully deals damage to the enemy. This element of tempo leads to big, dramatic swing turns where you turn the tide of battle with a desperate, inventive, heroic combination of moves from your team, and is a perfect example of how the spirit of Star Wars infuses the design from top to bottom.








Lead Designer James Brawley told me in June about how he sees tactics games as a way to generate countless unique puzzles from the combinations of enemies, environments, and your abilities. It feels great to go from panicking about the seemingly impossible back foot the enemy has me on, through assessing my options and eking out another victory, round by round. At the developers’ recommendation as a genre veteran, I played on Hard (third highest out of four difficulties) and found it very nicely challenging, nearly always feeling like I’m scraping by and taking a wound or two, though not yet losing anyone permanently. There are well-balanced options to apply more or less challenge to suit your taste, and the cutely named Beskar mode is this game’s equivalent for XCOM’s Ironman, with no reloading previous saves.




I’ve only just scratched the surface of how much variety there is to explore in the combat and team composition. One of the bigger eye-opening moments of my playthrough was when I finally got an astromech, which has no basic attack, but carries three different utility items – all varieties of grenade, in this case – with two uses each (as opposed to one slot and one use for everyone else so far). Using them got me to start thinking more laterally about how I used grenades with other characters as well, such as using the concussive grenade to knock people off the map entirely. Brawley had mentioned that he liked being able to field a squad entirely of astromechs, in part as a sort of homage to his childhood interest of running all white mages in Final Fantasy. I look forward to exploring this wide range of options that open up as the game proceeds.








Home Is Where the Holotable Is



Between missions you retire to The Den, your cozy base of operations on a dramatic former mining-turned-trading outpost called the Ring of Kafrene (first featured in the beginning of “Rogue One,” where Cassian Andor’s contact confirms the existence of the Death Star and sets the plot in motion). Here you run around in third person to talk with your crew, manage your resources and team, and select your next mission at the holotable.




In addition to choosing your next mission, the holotable also has a strategic map of your influence throughout different sectors of the galaxy, unlocking various rewards as you do things in them. Operations are little text-based storylets that you select from the holotable between field missions, usually with a choice to determine the outcome, sometimes requiring you to send operators out with associated risks. These sometimes advance the main story or side-quests as part of narrative chains leading to missions, but are often just another way to get the credits, intel, and gear that you need to operate. For certain, particularly charged moral choices, everyone in your squad will have an opinion, with the UI clearly showing how each option will affect Hawks’ bond level with every other character. All these systems satisfyingly interlock to give you lots of little choices that dynamically feed back on one another – it gives off that classic, Sid Meier sense of a game being “a series of interesting decisions.”




Besides strategic management of your personnel and equipment, the Den also serves as a great narrative interlude to your harrowing battles, learning more about the members of your squad as well as other, non-combatant members of the team, like your wry android doctor. Dropout star Vic Michaelis stands out in particular as Runa Blask, a Togruta (like Ahsoka) former Separatist partisan finance expert who’s become Hawks’ main advisor. She’s extremely smart, a little mean, and will not hesitate to let you know how much she hates the Republic. I really wish she’d pick up a blaster and join us in the field.








Go See a Star War



Ask me several years ago, and I would have easily told you that I’m more of a Trek guy, but the one-two punch of “Andor” and now Star Wars Zero Company has seriously shifted that center of gravity. Much like that exceptional TV series, Zero Company puts Star Wars in a slightly different genre context than I’m used to, done with such skill and care that it makes me appreciate with fresh eyes what’s always been great about the franchise, like found families, cute little aliens, and the tinny voices of hapless, overconfident B-Series battle droids being immediately owned (they’re fodder enemies that go down if you breathe on them, and it never stopped being funny).




It’s also always great to see developers whose work I’ve loved spread their wings at a new studio. Even at the preview stage, Star Wars Zero Company is a fantastic first outing for Bit Reactor, and beyond looking forward to playing more of it, I’m also already excited about whatever they decide to do next.




I am eager to get back to the adventures of my Blorbos soon when Star Wars Zero Company launches on XBOX Series X|S on August 27, 2026.













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Pre-order* STAR WARS Zero Company to outfit your droids with the Crystalline Astromech Pack Preorder Bonus, which includes the R3 droid and translucent “crystalline” astromech heads for the R4, R5 droid variants, as well as Star Wars Zero Company’s exclusive BR-1 droid.

Unlock unique cosmetic items inspired by the Clone Wars era with Star Wars Zero Company Deluxe Edition.

The “Grand Army of the Republic” Cosmetic Pack
• “Republic Officer” Uniform
• “100th Clone Company” Armor Set
• “ARC Trooper” Armor Set

The “Shadow Collective” Cosmetic Pack
• “Pyke” Helmet Cosmetic
• Five cosmetic tattoos
‎ – “Pyke Syndicate”
‎ – “Hutt Cartel”
‎ – “Death Watch”
‎ – “Black Sun Syndicate”
‎ – “Crimson Dawn”

Five Weapon Set Themes
• “100th Clone Company”
• “Kafrene Informant”
• “Black Sun Syndicate Enforcer”
• “Bespin Security”
• “Separatist Warrior”

Command an elite squad through a gritty and authentic story in Star Wars Zero Company, a single-player turn-based tactics game set in the twilight of the Clone Wars.

Lead the Clone Wars’ Most Cunning Operatives
Command the galaxy’s finest in tactical operations, investigations and other heart-pounding missions through a cinematic original story.

Choose Your Path to Victory
Strategize and adapt to make every move count. The outcomes of your decisions make each playthrough different.

Engage in Tactical Star Wars Combat
Deploy a team of operatives ranging from scoundrels to astromechs, or even a Jedi, choosing from an arsenal of abilities to defeat your foes.

Forge Deep Bonds with your Squad
Improve your squad’s skills on missions, as they learn to work together and unlock new combat synergies.

Personalize Your Fight
Customize Hawks’ combat specialization and appearance, then fill your team with original and custom-made Star Wars characters, tailoring their appearances, loadouts, and abilities.

*Conditions and restrictions apply. See https://www.ea.com/games/starwars/ze...ny/disclaimers for details.
Lucasfilm, STAR WARS and related properties are trademarks and/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and/or its affiliates. © & TM 2026 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved.























STAR WARS Zero Company


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☆☆☆☆☆
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★★★★★






$59.99

$53.99




Pre-order






Pre-order* STAR WARS Zero Company to outfit your droids with the Crystalline Astromech Pack Preorder Bonus, which includes the R3 droid and translucent “crystalline” astromech heads for the R4, R5 droid variants, as well as Star Wars Zero Company’s exclusive BR-1 droid.

Command an elite squad through a gritty and authentic story in Star Wars Zero Company, a single-player turn-based tactics game set in the twilight of the Clone Wars.

You will step into the shoes of Hawks, a former Republic officer who leads Zero Company as they are recruited for an operation that pits them against an emerging threat that will consume the galaxy if left unchecked.

Lead the Clone Wars’ Most Cunning Operatives
Command the galaxy’s finest in tactical operations, investigations and other heart-pounding missions through a cinematic original story.

Choose Your Path to Victory
Strategize and adapt at both your base of operations and an ever-shifting battlefield to make every move count. The outcomes of your decisions make each playthrough different.

Engage in Tactical Star Wars Combat
Deploy a team of operatives composed of a variety of archetypes ranging from scoundrels to astromechs, or even a Jedi, choosing from an arsenal of tactical abilities to outmaneuver and defeat your foes.

Forge Deep Bonds with your Squad
Improve your squad’s skills as you deploy them on missions, where they learn to work together and unlock new combat synergies that could be the difference between victory and defeat.

Personalize Your Fight
Customize Hawks’ combat specialization and appearance, then fill out your team with original and custom-made Star Wars characters, tailoring their appearances, loadouts, and abilities to fit your playstyle.

*Conditions and restrictions apply. See https://www.ea.com/games/starwars/ze...ny/disclaimers for details.
Lucasfilm, STAR WARS and related properties are trademarks and/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and/or its affiliates. © & TM 2026 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved.











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I feel surprisingly emotional today. Ten years ago, on 9th August 2016, PlayStation Travellers across the universe set foot on their first alien planet in No Man’s Sky.




The first words from their exosuit rang out in their helmet: “Hazard protection active”.




Perhaps you were there ten years ago, or perhaps you joined later. All around the universe, other Travellers have woken up on countless other planets, light years apart from each other. They took their first steps on their first planet and brought a new unexplored universe into existence together.

Since then, millions of players have made No Man’s Sky their home, built insane bases, built communities, made friends, and created custom ships that look like everything from Spongebob Squarepants to entire Cathedrals.









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Over the last decade, the No Man’s Sky players have joined us in another type of journey as we grew, expanded and deepened what No Man’s Sky could be. With now 40 major updates, all free, we have expanded our sandbox universe with base-building, exocraft, settlements, mechs, pets, living ships, expeditions and rebuilt the universe several times over. On PlayStation we introduced support for PSVR, then PS5, and then PSVR2. Allowing players to immerse themselves in the universe in much deeper ways.








PlayStation Travellers have been there since the dawn of this new universe; it’s kind of our Big Bang moment! Since then, tens of millions of Travellers have spent hundreds of millions of hours exploring and sharing their discoveries and the universe is more vibrant now than it ever has been. Voyagers released last year saw more players than we’ve had since launch… and still, all these years later players have explored less than 1% of the planets in No Man’s Sky.

In a similar way our small team feels we have a lot left to explore in what No Man’s Sky can be. In the background we are busy cooking on our next game Light No Fire, and big things for the future of No Man’s Sky. More will follow!

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It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts. In July, Call of Duty: Black Ops II dominated the charts for PS5 and PS4 in the US and EU. While I Am Cat became the number one PS VR2 game in the US and EU.




Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month?




PS5 Games



Call of Duty: Black Ops II Call of Duty: Black Ops II
Call of Duty: Black Ops Call of Duty: Black Ops
EA Sports College Football 27 Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced EA Sports FC 26
EA Sports FC 26 Palworld
Halo: Campaign Evolved Minecraft
Palworld Halo: Campaign Evolved
NBA 2K26 Escape the Backrooms
Minecraft NBA 2K26
Escape the Backrooms 007 First Light
UFC 6 UFC 6
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
007 First Light It Takes Two
Echoes of Aincrad Grand Theft Auto V
MLB The Show 26 Resident Evil 4
Grand Theft Auto V Backrooms: Escape Together
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu
Battlefield 6 Forza Horizon 5
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Gran Turismo 7
It Takes Two Battlefield 6



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PS4 Games



Call of Duty: Black Ops II Call of Duty: Black Ops II
Call of Duty: Black Ops III EA Sports FC 26
Batman: Arkham Knight Red Dead Redemption 2
Red Dead Redemption 2 Batman: Arkham Knight
Call of Duty: Black Ops Call of Duty: Black Ops
Gang Beasts A Way Out
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare The Forest
EA Sports FC 26 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
The Forest Call of Duty: Black Ops III
Destiny – The Collection Assassin’s Creed Odyssey
Mortal Kombat X Mortal Kombat X
NBA 2K26 God of War
A Way Out Unravel Two
Minecraft Minecraft
God of War Gang Beasts
Devil May Cry HD Collection The Last of Us Remastered
Dying Light Devil May Cry HD Collection
Middle-earth: Shadow of War Dying Light
Bloodborne Middle-earth: Shadow of War
Resident Evil 5 Mafia: Trilogy



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PS VR2 Games*



I Am Cat I Am Cat
Synapse Job Simulator
Beat Saber Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition
Job Simulator Metro Awakening
The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners Beat Saber
Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition Alien: Rogue Incursion VR
Alien: Rogue Incursion VR Horizon Call of the Mountain
Among Us 3D: VR Arizona Sunshine VR Remake
Zero Caliber VR Escape – Backrooms Horror VR
Arizona Sunshine VR Remake Among Us 3D: VR



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Roblox Fortnite
Fortnite Roblox
Marvel Rivals Rocket League
Rocket League eFootball
Call of Duty: Warzone Call of Duty: Warzone
Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free Access Fall Guys
eFootball Valorant
Apex Legends Asphalt Legends
Fall Guys Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free Access
Asphalt Legends Stumble Guys


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From the start, it has been a wild ride, and it is difficult to think back to the humble beginnings when it was just the four of us in a tiny studio trying to make something almost stupidly ambitious. As a team, we’re hardly any bigger now, but the scale of the game completely dwarfs those first tentative moments.




Driven by our mutual love of science fiction and the wide-eyed wonder instilled in us by the vibrant book covers we grew up with, we were intent on bringing the imagination, colour and awe back to video games sci-fi, when so much of the genre had become grey and militaristic.




For us, science fiction was never solely about warring army factions across vast expanses of space, but about the colours, variety and weirdness that an infinite range of possibilities could offer up. 




Couple that with a humbling sense of insignificance created by realising your miniscule place in the universe and we hoped to be able to offer an experience unlike any other.




From the outset, from that first planet, the mission was clear. What if you could wake up on a planet that no one had ever seen before, not even its creator?




What if that planet was teeming with flora and fauna so strange and alien that even the most powerful imaginations would struggle to conjure up?




What if that planet was just one of many different bodies that you would encounter in your home solar system as you made your first seamless sojourn towards the stars?




And what if that star was but a single speck on an intergalactic map which completely re-calibrated your mind as to how small you could feel?








But in stark contrast to all this vastness and technical wonder, we were striving to show how intimate and personal the adventures in this epic space could be.




Some Travellers would revel in the vast beauty of the worlds that they discover and find comfort in being alone with their thoughts. Others would find each other, build bases together and venture out together to worlds unknown, and every step along the way would be a new memory, a new shared connection.




There would be settlers, traders, fighter pilots and freighter commanders. There would be those who would steer away from conflict with the authoritarian Sentinels and pirates and crave a peaceful existence hopping through the star systems.




But there would be those who would want to max out their muti-tool arsenal and supe up their star ship fleet to be ready to take on any foe they encounter.




After 10 years and almost 40 major free updates, the No Man’s Sky sandbox has grown exponentially. We’ve introduced pets, mechs, living ships, expeditions, settlements, exocraft, base building and multiple world overhauls. 




As long as the team are having fun conjuring up ever-crazier additions they want to add to the game, and as long as there is a passionate and positive community enjoying what they make, I’d love for this journey to continue.




















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No Man’s Sky comes complete with all 29 major updates up to and including Worlds Part I.

Inspired by the adventure and imagination that we love from classic science-fiction, No Man's Sky presents you with a galaxy to explore, filled with unique planets and lifeforms, and constant danger and action.

In No Man's Sky, every star is the light of a distant sun, each orbited by planets filled with life, and you can go to any of them you choose. Fly smoothly from deep space to planetary surfaces, with no loading screens, and no limits. In this infinite procedurally generated universe, you'll discover places and creatures that no other players have seen before – and perhaps never will again.

Embark on an epic voyage
At the centre of the galaxy lies a irresistible pulse which draws you on a journey towards it to learn the true nature of the cosmos. But, facing hostile creatures and fierce pirates, you'll know that death comes at a cost, and survival will be down to the choices you make over how you upgrade your ship, your weapon and suit.

Find your own destiny
Your voyage through No Man's Sky is up to you. Will you be a fighter, preying on the weak and taking their riches, or taking out pirates for their bounties? Power is yours if you upgrade your ship for speed and weaponry.
Or a trader? Find rich resources on forgotten worlds and exploit them for the highest prices. Invest in more cargo space and you'll reap huge rewards.
Or perhaps an explorer? Go beyond the known frontier and discover places and things that no one has ever seen before. Upgrade your engines to jump ever farther, and strengthen your suit for survival in toxic environments that would kill the unwary.

Share your journey
The galaxy is a living, breathing place. Trade convoys travel between stars, factions vie for territory, pirates hunt the unwary, and the police are ever watching. Every other player lives in the same galaxy, and you can choose to share your discoveries with them on a map that spans known space. Perhaps you will see the results of their actions as well as your own…











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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546031-no-mans-sky-celebrates-its-10th-anniversary The Power of Motherhood Amid Chaos – 1998: The Toll Keeper Story https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546030-the-power-of-motherhood-amid-chaos-1998-the-toll-keeper-story Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:16:59 GMT In Indonesia, there is a saying that perfectly captures the core concept of our game, 1998: The Toll Keeper Story—”A mother’s love knows no bounds,...

In Indonesia, there is a saying that perfectly captures the core concept of our game, 1998: The Toll Keeper Story—”A mother’s love knows no bounds, spanning across all time.” This beautiful sentiment slowly but surely transforms into a harsh reality when that very maternal instinct is tested against a backdrop of escalating, threatening chaos. This is Dewi’s story.




While deeply inspired by our own homeland’s history, the events of 1998 in Indonesia, where a severe monetary crisis triggered widespread social unrest that victimized innocent groups, remain tragic yet universally relevant today. It often feels as though the world refuses to learn from the mistakes of the past.






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Dewi, alongside other characters like Heru and Sinta, does not stand there to fight a massive tide that is far beyond her control. Day after day, from inside the toll booth she operates, she witnesses the raw human struggle for survival, all while fighting tooth and nail to keep her own baby safe and healthy.




This entire conflict unfolds through a document and currency-checking mechanic that will feel instantly familiar to fans of Papers, Please. Amidst the routine, Dewi’s toll booth becomes a sanctuary where affected citizens air their grievances, regardless of whether they support or oppose the government of that era.




The choices Dewi makes will ultimately shape the conclusion of her story. Without ever intending to romanticize the tragedy that inspired it, this narrative will be brought to life through hand-drawn cutscenes, rendered in the GameChanger Studio’s signature art style. A diary at the end of each day will also serve as a space to reflect on the deep anxieties Dewi faces, both as a woman and as a mother.






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With the features offered by the PlayStation 5, we are confident we can make Dewi’s journey even more immersive. The answer to this ambition lies in the Haptic Feedback technology, which will adapt uniquely to the various types of vehicles passing through Dewi’s booth. These vibrations will serve not only as vital gameplay clues but also as a physical representation of the earth-shattering challenges Dewi must endure while navigating her pregnancy.




We hope that the emotions and message we wish to convey through Dewi’s journey in 1998: The Toll Keeper Story will leave a lasting, profound impression on you when you experience it on the PlayStation 5.






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More...]]> Automated News Feeds PlayStationBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546030-the-power-of-motherhood-amid-chaos-1998-the-toll-keeper-story Onimusha: Way of the Sword opens up in the final preview https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546029-onimusha-way-of-the-sword-opens-up-in-the-final-preview Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:16:59 GMT At the outset of Onimusha: Way of the Sword (https://www.playstation.com/games/onimusha-way-of-the-sword/), Miyamoto Musashi is fixated on freeing...

At the outset of Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Miyamoto Musashi is fixated on freeing himself from the Oni Gauntlet. This mystical artifact, through a strange twist of fate, has become bound to our hero. But the stubborn young samurai doesn’t want the gauntlet’s powers. Musashi’s sole desire is to prove himself by his hands alone. However, as the journey unfolds, Musashi’s views gradually shift and expand. He begins to embrace the path he’s found himself on, becoming more open to his new place in the world.









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The action game starts to open up after the early moments. Missions with tighter scopes flow into a wider location that offers new challenges to overcome and more room to explore our growing arsenal of abilities.








This final gameplay preview picks up right where the Onimusha: Way of the Sword Demo leaves off. After Musashi duels rival swordsman Sasaki Ganryu on the stage of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, he’s transported to an otherworldly dimension, the “Oni Refuge.” It’s a surreal landscape where gravity is a suggestion. Islands float in the sky, and we conjure ruins from thin air.




Then the Genma barge in. Invading from the depths of hell, these demons clash with the sacred scenery, but they’ll soon meet Musashi’s blade. We swiftly cut them to shreds. When our katana connects with Genma, they’re carved apart at the angles our sword travels through their twisted forms. We call it dynamic dismemberment. This system splits them in two across the torso, hacks them from head to toe, and… well, you get the picture.








Before long, Musashi plucks an Oni Bow from the wreckage of this realm. Finally, we can return fire against Genma archers. The bow also allows us to solve environmental puzzles that require range. Our arrows can trigger traps, too. Eventually, they’ll even come in handy during a duel, severing a boss from its power source, once Musashi returns to Kyoto.








After excising the Genma from the Oni Refuge, the clouds of Malice looming above Kyoto begin to lift. Yet darkness still lingers here. Our next stop in Japan’s ancient capital is Rokudo Chinno-ji Temple. It’s one of many real-life locations in the game. Legends say it exists at the crossroads between our world and the gates of hell. For Musashi and his allies, this sanctuary becomes home. It’s their base of operations in the fight to save the city.




Kyoto is a vast location far larger than anywhere we’ve seen in the game. However, our ability to wander and explore its streets has bounds at the moment. Hellish structures erupt from the earth and a toxic fog sweeps through town, forming blockades that imprison any locals who haven’t yet fled the demonic corruption.








Our quest to liberate Kyoto begins by sealing rifts where Genma manifest in our dimension. These creatures spawn in all shapes and sizes, but Musashi slays them and absorbs their souls all the same. We’ll make use of these. Alongside treasures we discover, souls help us upgrade gear and unlock new abilities to face what awaits on the path ahead.




This trail eventually leads to Kiyomizu-zaka slope, a pilgrim road that climbs up the hillside to the temple where we started this journey. Here lies the key to unlocking much of Kyoto. But to even enter this place we must first face some truly formidable foes.








Back in the Oni Refuge, we had a run-in with Daidara, a towering Genma with a hulking frame and bottomless appetite. The gluttonous giant’s hunger even extends to devouring our hard-earned souls. We’re forced to make tactical decisions in the heat of battle about when to absorb souls, or risk losing them to Daidara’s ravenous maw.




This isn’t the only Genma after something of ours. Another offers to free Musashi from his gauntlet… at the cost of his entire arm. Our hero considers this deal, if only for a moment. Though Musashi has warmed up to his Oni Gauntlet, he still hopes to remove it.








It’s a wish Rasho-gan is only too glad to grant. This multi-armed monster has been posing as a deity at Yasui Konpiragu Shrine. Here, he fulfills worshipers’ desires in the worst possible ways. Constructed from the body parts of his victims (like the leg of a man who longed to be rid of knee pain), Rasho-gan wields his extra limbs to throw everything he has at us, including uprooting trees, boulders, and even entire buildings to crush Musashi.




Escaping Rasho-gan’s clutches with our lives drives us to make full use of the game’s deep arsenal of combat techniques. For our efforts, the shrine guardians reward us with Oni Strength. Musashi accepts this new power, and we can now tear down the demonic barriers around Kyoto. Now it’s time to take down the source of the toxic fog choking the city.








This life-sapping mist emerges from eerie plants, and it clears when we chop them down. However, Byakue stands in the way of our gardening. Before we can fell the final tree, this animalistic Genma charges in. As we brawl, the brute gets coated in its own blood and grows wilder. Skill alone may allow Musashi to outlast this creature, but another strategy proves wise. Delivering fewer but more devastating blows soon tames the beast.








After completing the mission, the evil haze over much of Kyoto clears. The townsfolk come out and rejoice. Now, more of the city is open for us to explore. This is just the start of our action-packed adventure. It’s one that players can look forward to experiencing for themselves when Onimusha: Way of the Sword launches for PlayStation 5 on September 4. Pre-orders for the game are available now at PlayStation Store.



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Ghost Recon Wildlands: Last Rites is a major free update out now on PS4 and PS5. It revitalizes the game with new content, including a thrilling linear story mission, gameplay customization features, 4K and 60 FPS on PS5 and PS5 Pro, and more. To learn more about what you can expect, we spoke with Ubisoft Bordeaux’s Creative Director Olivier Leonardi and Live Strategy & Analytics Director Yossef Benzeghadi in a new interview.









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Wildlands launched nearly a decade ago. What can you tell us about the community still engaging with the game?




Yossef Benzeghadi: Wildlands is a beloved gem within the Ghost Recon community, and taking down the Santa Blanca Cartel is fondly remembered. Either Solo or up to four players co-op, it’s a unique blend of open world and a fun immersive tactical military third person shooter that really stood the test of time.




Back in the day, I was part of the Wildlands live team, and we really took the time to picture all the gameplay behaviors, player profiles, and playstyles we could see emerging in the game from the whole community. It acted as our golden compass throughout postlaunch. It led to the release of various fan-favorite content, still available today of course, such as our challenging Ghost Mode, or multiple Clancy-verse missions featuring Splinter Cell or Rainbow Six Siege.




There was one key element that really stuck to me to this day – a group we initially called “Sandbox Players.” To be honest, at first, we did not really understand what the heck they were doing in our Bolivian Wildlands. Digging more, and more, notably thanks to community interviews and data-informed playtests, it finally clicked: they were role playing, ranging from cooperative mil-sim to simply adding extra optional layers of challenges on top of the game just for fun, taking hours to complete one mission perfectly. We had tons of players leveraging everything the game had to offer to transcend their gameplay experience to the next level.




The level of customization and the overall freedom of choice the game offers were praised all around and for us that’s one of the main reasons players are still engaging with Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands today. With Last Rites, we are following up on that legacy, and there’s never been a better time to jump in.








First, break down the features you’re adding in Last Rites, and why you added them.




Yossef: First, and by popular demand, we are very happy to confirm 4K and 60 FPS on PS5 and PS5 Pro.




To allow even more flexibility for role play fans and to bring more accessibility and freedom of choice to everyone, we are also adding various new settings to experiment with. With our new Ghost Parameters in the game’s Options menu, you can enable instant death or limitless revives, choose to have one or two primary weapons, and decide whether you keep remaining unused ammo when reloading or not. With our new World and Session Settings in the game’s Lobby page, you control the world itself. From the weather and time of day to alarms and jammers and even the rate of enemy patrols, you can craft your very own experience. You can even enable friendly fire in co-op, either to enhance realism, or allow some light PvP role play scenarios with your friends should you want to. We are also expanding existing categories from the Options menu with increased player agency. HUD and UI are more customizable than ever, and our new Difficulty settings now allow players to deep dive and tweak various elements such as Enemy Perception, Endurance, Vehicle Breakability and much more.




Then, there’s Last Rites itself. It’s a brand-new story-driven mission you can jump into right away. Set in a darker, more oppressive Bolivia, the Ghosts enter a region controlled by Los Penitentes, a new fanatical cult united by faith, sacrifice, and violent justice. Coming from all walks of life, its members turn the environment into a constant threat, drawing the Ghosts into a tense narrative of betrayal and moral ambiguity. They are led by an enigmatic new foe, La Llorona.








In addition, we’ve added tons of customization for your Ghost character and teammates, and many weapons and equipment have been unlocked for free, including previously unreleased camos and unobtainable challenge rewards. All Ghost War PvP classes can now be unlocked for free in the in-game store alongside many other items. And yes, we are adding some new Character Smith items to celebrate Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon 25th Anniversary, with a mysterious Operator Skin you unlock by completing Last Rites. A special thanks to the talented team at Ubisoft Bordeaux who made it all possible.




Finally, PlayStation Plus members can get their hands on a brand-new exclusive Iconic Skin of La Llorona, unlock the powerful P416 Micteca, and embrace their presidential chic with the new 4-SHUR Blue Leader Sunglasses.
























Last Rites has been created in part due to that community feedback. How did you actually gather and prioritize that?




Olivier Leonardi: We met our community leaders and had a very open conversation with them. The goal was to turn raw community feedback into actionable insights that improved player experience while supporting the game’s core principles. We did so across multiple channels, structured it into themes, and prioritized based on player impact, intensity, and alignment with several player profiles. We know that a large part of our community are avid role players, so we crafted some of the features around their requests.




Yossef: Working on Last Rites was quite an archaeological ride. Very early on the project, we broadly shared all insights and knowledge we gathered on Ghost Recon Wildlands during its postlaunch at the time, which was extremely valuable for the team. It served as a mirror to reflect on what we could do and explore on Last Rites, a vision which we fine-tuned over time thanks to those precious community discussions we had that Olivier mentioned. Notice we have been talking a lot about role play so far; this is the prime example of something we would have loved to explore further back in the day and are very happy we could prioritize now. At the same time, and for the same reasons, we know a lot of our players just love well-crafted and story-driven missions, and that’s why we are also delivering on that front with Last Rites.




Talk to us about the new story content – Where did La Llorona come from, conceptually?




Olivier: La Llorona has become an untouchable icon, a resurrected arbiter of justice, revered by the Bolivian people almost as a saint. Gathering devoted followers to her cause, she compels them to wear masks, erasing their individuality and demanding absolute obedience. These disciples, known as Los Penitentes, act as the ruthless executors of her will, delivering merciless retribution to anyone connected to the events that sealed her fate.




We wanted this new antagonist to be quite dark and complex, but also someone that was deeply wounded, betrayed by the people she loved and trusted. La Llorona survived, but survival came at a cost. The betrayal destroyed her sense of belonging, leaving her suspended between who she was and what she’s becoming. Her vengeance isn’t just directed outward; it’s a way to reclaim control, to make sense of that pain, after what she experienced. She becomes a force of raw justice and destruction.







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The mission is described as “unsettling” and the narrative shifts as players progress. How far did you push the tone, and why did you want to go darker this time?




Olivier: We wanted to introduce this new mission as a very standard incursion, putting players back into Nomad’s boots, leading the Ghosts to do what they do very efficiently, but things quickly turn into something else; the familiar Bolivian environment becomes weird and the Ghosts start witnessing the wrath of La Llorona, aiming at anyone who might be accountable for what happened to her, especially the corrupt Bolivian government and its armed wing: Unidad. The more the Ghosts advance in her territory, the more they discover her twisted personality and how devoted her disciples are. Through different documents and audio recordings scattered across the world, players will be able to discover more about her goals and what she represents for the Bolivian people.






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What do you hope players take away from Last Rites – is there a single experience or moment you’re most proud of?




Olivier: I think the moment at Varga’s villa, the reveal of La Llorona with her weeping widow mask, the confrontation with her Los Penitentes cultists, and what Nomad discovers there is both a strong gameplay and story moment. That changes everything for Nomad, and he’s confronting Emily Price, his CIA handler, trying to understand what causes this brutal transformation.







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New to the game? Play Ghost Recon Wildlands with Ubisoft+ Classics, available as a standalone subscription, and included for PlayStation Plus Extra and PlayStation Plus Premium members.




Ghost Recon Wildlands Standard and Definitive Editions are also available for purchase at PlayStation Store. The new Definitive Edition includes the base game, the Season Pass, and the Year 2 Pass, alongside 4 additional content packs: Quick Start, Deluxe, Nightfall Protocol, and Cold Eye. For current owners, a Definitive Edition Upgrade is also available.



More...]]> Automated News Feeds PlayStationBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546028-ghost-recon-wildlands-last-rites-everything-you-need-to-know Celebrate 30 years of Quake with a brand-new episode, available today https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546027-celebrate-30-years-of-quake-with-a-brand-new-episode-available-today Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:16:59 GMT In 1996, id Software smashed through to another dimension – in one sense of the word, pioneering first-person shooters in the third dimension with...

In 1996, id Software smashed through to another dimension – in one sense of the word, pioneering first-person shooters in the third dimension with the release of Quake, and in another, hurtling players feet-first into Quake’s otherworldly realm – a place beyond our reality where kinetic combat and a moody eldritch setting took FPS players to new heights.




30 years later, Quake has inspired countless hours played and frags tallied locally or online in Deathmatch, not to mention real-world connections and a major role in the rise of FPS esports with QuakeCon, North America’s largest LAN party (also celebrating the big 3-0 this year!). To ring in the 30th anniversary of Quake, just in time for the 30th anniversary of QuakeCon, MachineGames, in collaboration with id Software, return to bring you a brand-new episode for the iconic FPS:









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Available today as a free update for Quake on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, Dawn of the Machine features a full 19-map campaign accompanied by a brand-new soundtrack and Deathmatch map.




Dawn of the Machine is a celebration of Quake’s history and influence on the developers at MachineGames and id Software. Following the team’s work on Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants DLC, Lead Level Designer Andrew Yoder at MachineGames approached the studio’s Game Director Jerk Gusfafsson about an expansion for Quake. Gustafsson, Yoder and the rest of the team that worked on similar projects – dubbed internally as Quake Club – set forth three major goals for what would become Dawn of the Machine.




First and foremost, of course, was celebrating Quake’s 30th anniversary. “We wanted to create something that felt authentic to the spirit of the original game: Horror! Action! Madness!” says Yoder. As such, players will face deadly twists on familiar entries from Quake bestiary such as the Rocket Ogre, Demo Dog, and Blood Shambler, rising to the challenge with new weapon variants like ricochet-blasting Laser Cannon and the lightning-infused Super Axe for classic, fast-paced Quake carnage.








The second goal the team pursued was giving veteran Quake players a new experience. Previous Quake episodes released by MachineGames alongside id Software, such as Call of the Machine and Dimension of the Machine, featured a traditional hub structure which reset the player’s progression between major areas. Instead, Dawn of the Machine has players battle through a continuous episode with continuous progression, which according to Yoder provided the team with “a challenge, requiring much more coordination and iteration to create.”




To set the stage for its design, Dawn of the Machine has players back in the boots of Quake’s battle-hardened protagonist Ranger as he escapes an illusory dimension where time folds back onto itself. As the looping cycle of time progresses, so too will players as they discover ways to break the loop, uncover upgrades to their health and ammunition supplies and eventually take down The Nightmare Machine, the source of Ranger’s planar prison. “Nothing you see can be trusted,” says Yoder, “but there is a path to break through the illusion, defeat the schemes of the outer gods and escape.”








An early boss battle concept (left), plus early level plans (right) for what would become The Matriarch of Decay. Both underwent significant iteration during the production of Dawn of the Machine.




The third goal in developing Dawn of the Machine was allowing the multifaceted and multitalented team at MachineGames and id Software to exercise their skills collaboratively on a smaller project compared to a modern AAA video game project. Some members of the Quake Club have made their own maps since the game’s release in ‘96 while others, including Yoder, have joined in more recently, making Quake Club a place for anyone on the team to contribute something to the project.




“Quake Club has always been an opportunity for the team to learn and have fun,” says Yoder, adding that high-quality modding tools and Quake’s relative visual simplicity to the photorealism of modern day AAA titles allow team members to pitch in their expertise, even for tasks normally outside their area of specialization.








As one example, Dawn of the Machine’s new soundtrack came about from an offer from Christian Plogfors, Advanced Level Designer at MachineGames. In addition to contributing two levels to the episode, Plogfors created a soundtrack with a dark, ambient tone expertly suited to the trippy, ethereal world of the expansion. “Christian proceeded to make a fantastic set of tracks that give the episode its own identity,” says Yoder. “The whole episode is so much stronger thanks to his contribution, stepping outside his normal role and bringing his other skills and passions to serve the project.”








Reflecting on 30 years of Quake, Yoders says the opportunity to make Dawn of the Machine has been a privilege. “The team here owes a lot to Quake and its legacy,” he says, “Quake Club and our work wouldn’t exist without the wider Quake community and our friends at id Software.”



More...]]> Automated News Feeds PlayStationBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546027-celebrate-30-years-of-quake-with-a-brand-new-episode-available-today Share of the Week: Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced – Jackdaw https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546026-share-of-the-week-assassins-creed-black-flag-resynced-jackdaw Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:16:59 GMT Last week, we asked you to share moments about Edward Kenway’s pirate ship, the Jackdaw, using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights: ...

Last week, we asked you to share moments about Edward Kenway’s pirate ship, the Jackdaw, using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights:









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Next week, grab some friends and share moments spent puzzling together in Big Walk, available now as a PlayStation Plus Monthly game. Use #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.



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Sports Renovations is available this weekend for XBOX Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential members to play from Thursday, August 6 until Sunday, August 9.




Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands and Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint are free for all XBOX members to try from August 6 until August 10 (XBOX Game Pass Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential membership not required).




Enjoy more time with NBA 2K26 Standard Edition, free for all XBOX members to try from August 7 until August 14 (XBOX Game Pass Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential membership not required).




Wax Heads is also available for all XBOX members to try with a 2-hour timed trial during this Free Play Days.








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Scroll down and find and install the games on each of the individual game details page on XBOX.com. Clicking through will send you to the Microsoft Store, where you must be signed in to see the option to install with your XBOX Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential membership. To download on console, click on the Subscriptions tab in the XBOX Store and navigate down to the Free Play Days collection on your XBOX One and XBOX Series X|S.




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Purchase the game and other editions at a limited time discount and continue playing while keeping your Gamerscore and achievements earned during the event! Please note that discounts, percentages, and title availability may vary by title and region.








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An ultimate military shooter experience set in a massive, dangerous, and responsive open world. Return to a darker, more hostile Bolivia to hunt La Llorona, a cult leader, in a tense and unsettling new linear mission as part of a free update for Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands, called Last Rites. Navigate dangerous swamps and dense forests where visibility is low and danger is everywhere.















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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546025-free-play-days-nba-2k26-tom-clancys-ghost-recon-breakpoint-wax-heads-and-more Ghost Recon Wildlands: Last Rites – A Major Free Update Powered by Community Feedback and Player Insights https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546024-ghost-recon-wildlands-last-rites-a-major-free-update-powered-by-community-feedback-and-player-insights Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:16:59 GMT Summary Ghost Recon Wildlands (https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/tom-clancys-ghost-recon-wildlands/C2N9CS4FS1QR/0001): Last Rites is out... Summary

  • Ghost Recon Wildlands: Last Rites is out now.
  • The free update includes a new mission, several community-requested features, and the return of the Predator mission.
  • Game Director Benjamin Rousseau Lemaire and Live Strategy & Analytics Director Yossef Benzeghadi share their insights on the new gameplay features and how community feedback helped the Last Rites update.





Ghost Recon Wildlands: Last Rites is out now for XBOX Series X|S. As a major free update, Last Rites refreshes the gameplay experience of Ghost Recon Wildlands, delivering a new story-driven mission in which the Ghosts must face off against a new antagonist, La Llorona, and Los Penitentes, her fanatic cult following. They have nothing to lose, and they’re wreaking havoc in Bolivia as La Llorona enacts revenge on those who have wronged her. It also marks the return of the challenging hunt for the iconic Predator. Finally, Last Rites brings a host of new community-driven gameplay updates designed to give players more in-game freedom than ever before.




We spoke with Ubisoft Bordeaux’s Game Director Benjamin Rousseau Lemaire and Live Strategy & Analytics Director Yossef Benzeghadi to learn more about the new gameplay features and how community feedback and player insights were considered throughout development.




Ghost Recon Wildlands: Last Rites brings a diverse array of customization options for players. Can you walk us through those?



Benjamin Rousseau Lemaire: The original game allowed for a lot of UI tweaks. Players were already able to hide a lot of stuff. We added two more here. Players will now be able to hide impact & trajectory previews of throwable items such as grenades, as well as the shader on interactable objects like ammo crates, or even objectives. By popular demand, we also made sure that when you hide UI elements, the associated sound feedback, if any, is deactivated too.




In addition, there’s what we call the “Ghost Parameters”, inspired by features that were already present in the Ghost Mode and can now be used in other PvE modes. First, we have the tactical reloading, making you lose any remaining ammunition in your magazine when you reload. Then, the number of primary weapons you can carry, either one or two. And lastly, the number of allowed revives before a Game Over, from none to limitless.








We also have the World and Session settings that are located in the lobby page. You could already change the time of day, but now you can make it fixed. So, if you want to play at night and only at night for your entire session, you can. You can also play with the weather, which was not possible in the past, and you can make it fixed as well. If you want it raining all the time, you can do that. And if you want to play at night in the rain all the time, you can. Systems like enemy patrol rates, alarms or SAM launchers can be tweaked as well, by completely deactivating them or making their destruction permanent in a session. It’s all up to you!




Team Composition has also been improved. Previously, you could toggle your AI Teammates on or off, but it was all or nothing. Now, you can choose if you want to play with one, two, or three teammates.




The final part is about difficulty. We had four difficulty levels originally; now, you can precisely deep dive in the difficulty settings and play with specific parameters yourself to build a customized difficulty level. For example, you can tweak the damage that vehicles can take before being destroyed, play with the perception of enemies, or adjust the amount of time to wait before triggering HP regeneration.




Yossef Benzeghadi: We also have a new soundtrack theme for La Llorona, our new antagonist. I think it’s super cool and hope players will love it. We also created new audio and characters with Last Rites, and I’m happy to confirm the original GRW actors for Nomad and the other main characters are reprising their role for the English voice over.




One other cool thing we fought hard to bring back – which is my personal favorite as well as a major fan favorite – is the return of the Predator mission. This showdown with the iconic hunter was loved as one of the most challenging boss fights in the game, and rest assured we preserved all of that intact exactly as it used to be!








How do these features expand the freedom players will have when playing Ghost Recon Wildlands?



YB: Everything we decided to do on Last Rites was very well informed by a lot of insightful sources, and many are elements the team wanted to explore based on player feedback. We had quite a luxury to have almost a decade worth of information and insights about how players have been playing Wildlands over the years. When the game first launched, we noticed some players really taking their time completing missions or seemingly doing “nothing” and were mostly free roaming in the open world: we tentatively called them “Sandbox Players”. Over time, this group got bigger and bigger and we made a point to clearly understand what it was all about. By speaking with them, thanks to community discussions and playtests interviews notably, we realized they were all roleplaying. They were taking a lot of time on purpose, not necessarily for the sake of pure exploration, because they were setting up their own challenges, like doing a mission at night, with just one gun, without using a drone, or without being detected. To this day, there’s a strong roleplaying community in Wildlands, and as shared by Benjamin, we’re adding several customization features in Last Rites to further support this kind of playstyle. At the same time, these options are giving even more freedom of choice to fine tune your gameplay experience, role play or not, so there’s something here for everyone regardless of how you play.




Co-op is not forgotten either. I recall players told us they were roleplaying with friends, where one player in the group was acting as the sniper, so only that player could use a sniper rifle, while another was the engineer of the group and was the only one allowed to use a drone, and so on. That’s also why we’re introducing the World and Setting options that Benjamin mentioned earlier, which can be established by the host of your co-op session. And if you want to enable friendly fire in your co-op group to have more realistic behavior, or even allow PvP situations within the campaign, it is now possible.




At the same time, Last Rites introduces an all-new mission, fully story-driven, and that’s there for all players who love and enjoy narrative content without necessarily focusing on roleplay. The mission also features a darker creative vision and artistic direction, with a slightly different tone than the main game campaign, to give the community a fresh experience.








Tell us more about how the community was directly involved in shaping the content of the Last Rites update.



BRL: We started by making a wish list of things we might want to include, but we added way more items to it than we could possibly cover. Then we turned to the players. We worked with our community developers, who are super active with the community for the game, and they gathered a short list of the top 10 things players would want to see in Ghost Recon Wildlands. On top of that, we organized a workshop with super active players from the community, asking them what they thought the most frustrating thing in the game was; what we could alleviate, remove, or work on; what the best thing in the game was that we could add onto; what was missing from the game; et cetera. They obviously gave us thousands of things so we picked a few we wanted to cover and knew we could deliver on, like the UI elements and their sounds we talked about before, or even the destruction persistency of the SAM launchers which came from those discussions. In addition to working with that player committee, we read comments on different internet forums, and we watched videos of people roleplaying in the game to see what they were doing and how we could add to their experiences.




YB: We also leveraged the reports from our community developers to assess the highest priorities that the community was expecting. Number one was, of course, a better framerate with the expectation of a 4K and 60 FPS update for XBOX Series X|S we are delivering today for free with Last Rites. Then there were some of the customizable options Benjamin just mentioned and also some small requests we were able to translate into quick wins; for example, some items were no longer obtainable in the game because they were tied to challenges that have expired. It was easy for us to find those items and unlock them for free for everyone to enjoy, alongside quite a lot of weapons and equipment now unlocked by default.




Another thing we discussed with players is the darker mood of our Last Rites update. We showed them an early concept art for La Llorona – who is the new antagonist introduced in Last Rites – as well as some of the thematic elements we developed around her. The positive reaction we got from players helped us confirm we were heading in the right direction. I think players will be pleased with the end result when they get a chance to play the new mission.








What are you hoping the community takes away from Last Rites?



YB: For me, I hope they enjoy all of the customization options we’re adding. The story with La Llorona is super cool, and I think players will love it. But having worked on Wildlands when it first launched, we couldn’t fully support the roleplaying playstyles as well as we wanted to, besides maybe our Matchmaking Mood System and Ghost Mode back in the day. We did it more elegantly later on in Ghost Recon Breakpoint with what we called the Ghost Experience, which in turn was kind of an inspiration for what we’re doing now in Wildlands within Last Rites. I’m convinced mil-sim and roleplay are some of the key elements that kept so many players active in the game even today and we cannot wait to see how they will enhance their experience and push the military simulation they know and love in Wildlands beyond what they could do until now.




And icing on the cake, of course, the Predator mission! I think no one expected it to be back; we worked hard to make sure our players can face the most lethal hunter once again and we are sure the community will be pleasantly surprised by this comeback. It’s true we could have stopped at just a simple 60 FPS update, but Ghost Recon Wildlands and its fantastic community deserved much more, and we really went all-in as much as we could with Last Rites to go above and beyond expectations to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Ghost Recon! A special thanks to the talented team at Ubisoft Bordeaux who made all of this possible!




BRL: I can’t be more original because it’s the same thing for me. I’m excited to see how the community, especially the roleplaying community, will use the tools we’re giving them to do crazy stuff. From watching videos on the internet, as I mentioned earlier, we know what they can do, and I hope that what we’re giving them in Last Rites will encourage them to come back to the game and enjoy Bolivia in a different way by playing with the weather, time of day, friendly fire, all of it! Roleplay was a pillar of the update that we really wanted to do, and when you factor in the new story mission, Last Rites is the full package.








Coincidentally, XBOX’s Free Play Days starts today, so players can download and play Ghost Recon Wildlands for free through August 9. What would you say to a new player who’s thinking about trying the game for the first time?



YB: There has never been a better time to jump in, because everything will be updated to be incredibly smooth, especially on XBOX Series X|S. Last Rites can be played right away from the main menu; you don’t have to finish Wildlands to play the new mission. At the same time, should you start with it, Last Rites doesn’t spoil any of the main campaign, so even if you play it first, it won’t impact your experience and enjoyment of the main game afterwards. And by the way, if you choose to play the main campaign first, we made sure you can fast travel at a rally point in the Caimanes province near the Predator mission if you want, even though I don’t suggest you go there unprepared! The Predator Bio-Mask and other rewards you get from completing the Predator mission can afterwards be used in Last Rites, and similarly, the two new Operator Skins rewards you get from finishing Last Rites can then be used in the main campaign too.




BRL: If you start the game for the first time and play the main campaign, you can control the difficulty levels with more granularity. The difficulty levels are there as presets, but if at some point you’d like tougher combat, or to remain undetected, you can now play with those parameters to customize your experience. You’re playing the best version of the game with as many options as possible to build your own experience, so it’s a very good moment to join and discover the game for the first time.




YB: One last reminder: if you play during the XBOX Free Play Days and choose to get the game afterwards, you can continue your progression from where you left. Have fun Ghosts, and see you in Wildlands!




Play Ghost Recon Wildlands: Last Rites on XBOX Series X|S. The game is also available with an XBOX Game Pass Premium or Ultimate membership, as well as a Ubisoft+ Premium for XBOX subscription.













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NEW MISSION IN THE WILDLANDS: LAST RITES
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In a near future, Bolivia has fallen into the hands of a merciless drug cartel. Lead your team of elite soldiers and coordinate raids. Pilot drones and helicopters and drive the wildest vehicles on and off-road as you scour the breathtaking landscapes of Bolivia.

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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546022-quake-dawn-of-the-machine-available-today Puzzledorf Brings New Puzzles to Xbox in 2026 https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546021-puzzledorf-brings-new-puzzles-to-xbox-in-2026 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:16:59 GMT Summary Coming to XBOX with play anywhere on August 31, 2026. Releasing with new puzzles and new mechanics. Updates exclusive to XBOX for the... Summary

  • Coming to XBOX with play anywhere on August 31, 2026.
  • Releasing with new puzzles and new mechanics.
  • Updates exclusive to XBOX for the first 2 weeks.





Exciting news for puzzle fans and XBOX players! I’m thrilled to announce that Puzzledorf, my chill and colourful puzzle game, will release on XBOX August 31. If you’re eager to try the game, grab the demo now, offering a sneak peek into what’s in store. You can also preorder or wishlist the full game on the XBOX store today.











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With this release, Puzzledorf will bring fresh content to XBOX players first. The game will debut brand new puzzles with fresh mechanics. You’ll get exclusive access to these puzzles for two weeks before they reach other platforms, making this launch a must-play event for those eager to explore the latest challenges before anyone else.




In the new Ruins puzzles, classic Sokoban gets a twist: match three jewels of the same colour to clear them. Clear all the jewels to complete a level. What’s more: when you push a jewel, it slides until it hits another object, creating an interesting setup for new ways of thinking.




In addition to new content, I’m adding achievements to deepen the XBOX experience. Accessibility is a top priority, with Puzzledorf designed to be approachable for all skill levels. Puzzledorf teaches you the skills you need through play, with a carefully tuned difficulty curve and a colourblind mode to ensure everyone can enjoy the game.




New languages will also be added at launch, starting with German, French, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazil), Japanese and more, with other languages rolling out after release, broadening the game’s accessibility for a global audience.








Method to the Madness



Designing levels for Puzzledorf is about finding that sweet spot between challenge and accessibility, creating moments of satisfaction that bring players back for “just one more.” To prototype quickly, I use Puzzlescript; a free, simple engine for block-pushing games, allowing rapid experimentation with different ideas.




To design a puzzle, I ask questions to spark ideas, such as, “What if I try a different level shape?” or “What if I put the block somewhere else?” Sometimes I just drop a few blocks down, try it, then shuffle their position until something unique stands out.








For example, in Puzzledorf, you need to move coloured blocks onto matching targets. Using multiple colours means you have to juggle blocks around each other, making things interesting. One puzzle idea that emerged was: “If I have a narrow passage, with different coloured blocks either side of the player, how would you swap them round?” And that became an interesting puzzle. You can see an example of the prototype and final level below.














Design Insights and More



If you’re curious about Puzzledorf’s design process or development, check out my blog featuring articles on the game’s design journey and tutorials, including Puzzlescript. I hope you look forward to the full XBOX release coming on August 31. Try the demo today to get a taste of what’s in store, and pre-order or wishlist the full game to let us know you’re excited for the launch!




















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Stuck in Puzzledorf, the land of puzzles – will you find your way out?

With vibrant worlds and soothing melodies, Puzzledorf is a nostalgic pixel art trip to the 80’s. Puzzledorf has a gentle learning curve before it hits you with brain-breaking puzzles. Things that look simple at first will surprise you! 5 minutes to learn, hours of gameplay with satisfying puzzles.

Puzzledorf puts a twist on Classic Sokoban by adding multiple-coloured blocks instead of just one colour. This creates interesting puzzles where you need to navigate different coloured blocks past each other in tight spaces. You can also slide on the ice or be challenged by the new puzzles in The Ruins.

The Ruins mixes the block pushing of classic Sokoban with Match 3. In The Ruins, jewels slide until they hit another object, causing you to think in new ways. Players must use walls and other jewels to control where they stop, then match three jewels of the same colour to clear them from the puzzle.

The simple change creates a very different challenge from Puzzledorf’s classic puzzles, with players needing to think about not only where a jewel should go, but where it will stop and how each move affects the rest of the board.

A land of bright and colourful places awaits – will you make it out of the lava caverns?

Includes:

• Replayability: Achievements encourage you to go back and beat your best scores
• Mirror Mode: flips every puzzle, tricking your brain so you can’t remember the solution
• Accessibility: no timer, undo unlimited moves, colour blind options
• Portability: Compatible with Xbox Play Anywhere and ROG XBOX Ally, so that you can play anywhere! And take your cloud saves with you!











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It’s your league. Your next season starts now in EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27. Start shaping your legacy with an EA Play 10-hour early access trial and build a roster you’re proud of with an EA Play Welcome Pack. If you decide to buy, your progress carries over to the full game, and you can get back to leaving your mark on the league. Play with xCloud, PC Game Pass, or Ultimate with EA Play.




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Sandustry is a factory automation game where every pixel is a resource waiting to be mined, mixed, processed, or destroyed. Explore a vast and fully-destructible open world as you seek out powerful artifacts left behind by an ancient civilization.
































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Enter the explosive conflict of the Vietnam War and fight your way through some of the fiercest clashes in modern history. Join the battle raging across an extreme landscape of vast mountain gorges and thick jungle, where the North Vietnamese Armies clash with the military strength of the US Armed Forces. Build tunnels, fly helicopters, drive patrol boats, use historically accurate weapons and work with your team to achieve victory.

























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Pro Jank Footy – August 13
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Pro Jank Footy is an over-the-top arcade comedy-sports game. Score goals to unleash game-changing power-ups, build a deck of absurd abilities, and tackle a season where no two matches are ever the same—solo or with your mates. For those outside the loop, “Aussie Rules” could mean anything. Pro Jank Footy takes this confusion and runs with it—a fast-paced, comedic sports game where you’re constantly changing the rules.

























Wild Blue Skies


Balor Games



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★





$14.99




Pre-order















Wild Blue Sky – August 13
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Wild Blue Skies is a modern take on the classic on-rails adventures of the ’90s, built for players who grew up chasing high scores and for a new generation hungry for the real thing. Soar over oceans, desert ridges, and perilous caves, battling waves of enemies and pushing back Grimclaw’s forces. With the help of your squad, you’ll fight to restore peace while experiencing the thrill of classic arcade flight-combat!
































Pieced Together


Glowfrog Games



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now


















Pieced Together – August 10
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere




Pieced Together is a cozy scrapbooking game that takes you on a heartfelt journey about friendship and getting older. Sort items, solve gentle puzzles, and decorate the scrapbook as you uncover the story piece by piece.
































Akatori


Games Harbor



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★





$14.99




Pre-order


















Akatori – August 11
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere




Welcome to the vast and mystical world of Akatori, a captivating blend of classic metroidvania and intense action platformer. You will play as Mako, a teenage girl raised in the Firebird Temple, who embarks on a journey through all the worlds to save them from the Amber Storms that are infecting and distorting all living things. A mysterious red bird sealed in a staff will accompany you on this adventure. While its background and motives are yet unknown, the staff it can transform into may prove useful: it can be a weapon to crush enemies or a tool to navigate and explore every corner of the places you’ll visit.

























Bunny Pit Berry (Xbox Series)


Afil Games



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now















Bunny Pit Berry – August 11
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Get ready for a charming springtime adventure in Bunny Pit Berry. Take control of an adorable hamster and use your wits to push delicious fruits into the picnic basket, solving increasingly clever puzzles along the way. Explore carefully crafted levels that introduce new ideas naturally, letting you learn as you play. Every challenge invites you to observe the environment, think a few moves ahead, and discover the best way to deliver every fruit to its destination.
































Iridio


KR Games



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★





$19.99




Pre-order


















Iridio – August 11
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere




Seized by criminals, the island designated for your research needs your help. Join Yatziri and the Wazhari tribe to liberate their hostages, explore hidden secrets, craft essential items and weapons, and strategically use fire and water in challenging puzzles and life-or-death battles for survival.
































No More Room in Hell 2


Green Man Gaming Publishing



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






$29.99

$23.99




Pre-order


















No More Room in Hell 2 – August 11
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere




In No More Room in Hell 2, you deploy as an emergency Responder into the eerie darkness of various zombie-infested locations. Join up with others and complete vital missions to aid humanity’s survival. But stay cautious: every encounter with the horde can lead to infection – or even permadeath for your Responder. Every fight is a struggle, every victory another step back from the brink of apocalypse.
































Trash Raccoon


Xeneder Team



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now


















Trash Raccoon – August 11
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere




Trash Raccoon is a fast, juicy and chaotic rogue-lite arcade game about grabbing fruit before they turn into explosive bombs! Collecting fruits charges your powerful Fruit Dash which can break anything! Survive as long as you can, earn Can Lids and buy upgrades with them. Try multiple times until you unlock the next stage!
































Duskfade


Fireshine Games



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






$29.99

$23.99




Pre-order


















Duskfade – August 12
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere




Shatter the shackles of time as you jump, swing, and slash through a fantastic world in this love letter to classic 3D action platformers. Zirian, accompanied by his mechanical Cuckoo, must save his sister from a mysterious Clock Tower that has plunged the land into eternal night. Master a seamless blend of dynamic platforming and fast-paced combat. Jump, dash, grapple, and glide your way through thrilling challenges that rekindle the magic of classic action platformer favourites.
































Pets Survivors


Eastasiasoft Limited



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now


















Pet Survivors – August 12
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere




Fend off waves of monsters as a dog, cat, chicken and other unlockable furry or feathered friends! Domesticated animals get wild in roguelike arena shooter combat where survival is all that matters! Pick 1 of 14 playable pets, each with unique skills and stats, as they face hordes of fantasy monsters like slimes, rock giants, oversized bugs, carnivorous plants and more in top-down retro pixel art style.

























Pool Cleaning Simulator


FreeMind S.A.



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now















Pool Cleaning Simulator – August 12
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Pool Cleaning Simulator is a PowerWash Simulator-esque cleaning game where you use a variety of tools to make filthy pools sparkling clean. The game recreates the entire process of cleaning, scrubbing, and maintaining various pools, from luxurious backyard havens to community swimming complexes. Take on the role of a virtual pool cleaner, taking on the challenge of transforming dirty, neglected pools into sparkling oases of relaxation.

























Barkside Roads (Xbox Series)


Afil Games



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now















Barkside Roads – August 13
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Get ready for a journey full of strategy, breathtaking scenery, and plenty of charm in Barkside Roads. Behind the wheel of a fun dune buggy, a friendly dog from Rio de Janeiro sets off on an adventure through some of Brazil’s most iconic locations, where every road is a new puzzle waiting to be solved.

























Emergency Room Simulator


Aerosoft GmbH



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now















Emergency Room Simulator – August 13
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Step into the role of a doctor in a chaotic emergency room, where every second can mean the difference between life and death. Explore a richly detailed hospital environment with authentic medical equipment, from first response in the trauma bay to bedside patient care.

























Idle Immortal


Happy Player



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★





$11.99




Pre-order















Idle Immortal – August 13
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Build a Chinese fantasy sect, recruit disciples, and forge the ultimate squad for ascension! Are you ready to walk the path to immortality as a true Sect Master? Enjoy a relaxing idle experience designed to help you unwind. Even while you are away, your sect keeps battling, growing stronger, and moving closer to ascension.

























Kaboomania


Fancy Factory – an Axel Friedrich company



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now















Kaboomania – August 13
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




KABOOMANIA is a fast‑paced retro maze bomber packed with explosive action, colorful pixel art, and a fresh twist on a timeless gameplay formula. Initially designed for the Amiga 1200 – now available for modern platforms.
































Panzer Knights: Commander's Edition


PQube Limited



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






$24.99

$19.99




Pre-order


















Panzer Knights: Commander’s Edition – August 13
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere




Take command of a German panzer platoon and lead your forces through the chaos of World War II in this gripping tank simulation that blends hardcore strategy with anime-inspired visuals. Engage in explosive third-person combat across the battlefields of Europe, where every round counts. Load specialized ammunition, target enemy weak points, and call in tactical support as you adapt to the ever-changing situation on the front line.

























Plungeez


QUByte Interactive



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now















Plungeez – August 13
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery




Plungeez is a non-linear puzzle adventure set in a vast underground world. Explore an interconnected labyrinth where every room challenges your logic and every secret reveals a new path. No combat—just the joy of discovery and the satisfaction of solving complex puzzles in a captivating pixel art style. A mystery story set in the sewers of Salvador, Brazil!

























Skatesterre


Headup



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now















Skatesterre – August 13
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Skatesterre is a fast-paced arcade skateboarding game inspired by the golden era of classic skate titles. Link together huge combos, land stylish tricks, and shred through levels designed for speed, flow, and creativity. Ride as Sterre Meijer a.k.a. Surfsterre, Dutch skateboarder and rising figure in the global skate scene, and carve your way through streets, parks, and urban playgrounds packed with rails, ramps, and hidden lines.

























Hidden Legends 2


© 17Studio LLC.



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






$3.99

$3.19




Pre-order















Hidden Legends 2 – August 14




Hidden Legends 2 is a sequel that takes you on an even deeper and more immersive fantasy adventure. This time, the search is truly interactive: items aren’t just scattered throughout the level; many are carefully hidden inside the houses of fairytale characters and other environmental objects. Each level is handcrafted, and every discovery requires attention, giving you the feeling of a true detective. You’ll explore familiar locations as well as completely new ones. Immerse yourself in the fairytale atmosphere thanks to colorful graphics, a magical soundtrack, and intuitive touch controls.

























Hunahpu Quest. Mechanoid


Valkyrie Initiative LLP



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now















Hunahpu Quest. Mechanoid – August 14
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




During his adventures Hunahpu will fight against numerous enemies, find new friends and solve complicated puzzles. By the search and the rescue of his brother from the paws of mechanical monster Hunahpu would need his power, intelligence and the cunning force.

























Lootbound


Dreland Enterprises



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★





$14.99




Pre-order















Lootbound – August 14
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Lootbound: Take risks and assemble your party and build. Every run starts solo. Move along the map, choose your own adventure, and weigh the risks and rewards. You’ll meet companions along the way. Together with them, you create your own playstyle. The perfect build might come together in seamless synchronicity — or it could go the other way.
































No More Slimes!!


Minimum Studio



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now


















No More Slimes! – August 14
XBOX Play Anywhere




Slime Rebellion! Small and adorable slimes have started a bouncing rebellion, filling up the entire screen. Dive right into this unstoppable commotion! Build diverse skill trees using the loot you earn from battles. Add special abilities like striking lightning with cards and relics or summoning a bouncing boomerang that deals damage off walls, and grow in your own unique way!

























Tower Dominion


Forever Entertainment S.A.



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now















Tower Dominion – August 14
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery




Experiment with different combinations of buildings, weapons, perks, and doctrines to create powerful builds capable of surviving increasingly dangerous enemy waves. Unlock new possibilities over time, push your strategies further in Extended Mode, and take on higher difficulties designed to challenge even experienced players.





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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546020-next-week-on-xbox-new-games-for-august-10-to-14 HELLDIVERS 2 x Warhammer 40,000 Legendary Warbond, Launching August 12 https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546019-helldivers-2-x-warhammer-40-000-legendary-warbond-launching-august-12 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:16:59 GMT The die is cast. The unstoppable force of Freedom is advancing where others fear to tread, emboldened and equipped with Super Earth’s latest... The die is cast.




The unstoppable force of Freedom is advancing where others fear to tread, emboldened and equipped with Super Earth’s latest instruments of Liberation – and secure in the knowledge that approved replacements are standing by for deployment.




Helldivers, prepare to paint the galaxy all the colours of Freedom, one righteous basecoat of Justice at a time, as you eradicate tyranny through the historic HELLDIVERS 2 x Warhammer 40,000: Castellan’s Creed Legendary Warbond*.











Overwhelm and hammer hostile entities into complete compliance with highly-advanced gear inspired by the unmatched, undefeated and unyielding Cadian Kasrkin – revered as the most elite Astra Militarum unit in the Warhammer 40,000 universe.
  • Wield potent, Democracy-dispensing weapons!
  • Wear iconic, peace-preserving armour!
  • Bear distinguished, service-honouring capes!
  • Become the unbreakable shield of Super Earth without the need to measure distance, line-of-sight or your target’s chances of survival.








Liberty always has priority. Failure is not a wargear option. The only core rule is… Managed Democracy always wins.




Today we stand together as the first, last, and only line of Offense.




Today we fight for every loyal citizen and for every fallen Helldiver.




Weapons



R/40-K Hot-Shot Marksman Rifle
Thunderous power and pinpoint precision from distance. Produced by ST Construction with metals mined on the lost world of Chara, overrun in the First Galactic War, every shot carries forward the legacy of those who made their valiant last stand.








P/40-K Bolt Pistol
A highly-effective, highly-versatile pocket-size sidearm from the early days of the Galactic Federation that has more than withstood the test of time. Battle-proven, deadly, iconic.








G/40-K Meltamine
Capable of burning through almost anything, this single-use, proximity-detonated energy mine has been engineered for complete impartiality to friendly and enemy footfall, lighting up the night sky with every wayward step.








Stratagem



40-K Meltagun Stratagem
A firm favourite with recruits and veterans, this Stratagem can be called in to discharge a superheated beam of thermal energy, ideal for dissolving anti-Democratic deception, or anything else that requires melting, at close range.








Armour Sets



TG-122 Demo-Trooper
Heavy-tier armour built for the Helldiver who seeks the most dangerous of roles in the deadliest war zones. A precise and faithful replica of the storied armour worn by the legendary Charan Colonial Guard, ideal for breaching enemy fortifications under heavy fire.








TG-8 Sharpshooter
Medium-tier armour tailor-made for patient, keen-eyed, skilled shooters ready and willing to follow High Command’s orders for the safety and glory of Super Earth – at any cost.




Both armour sets are fitted with the True Grit passive ability for boosts to all weapon handling and to support weapon reload speeds




Title and Cosmetics



Capes and Player Banners: Camo Cloak and City Fighter’s Resolve.




Vehicle Pattern: Castellan’s Green pattern for your Shuttle, Hellpod, FRV, and Exosuit.




Player Title: Still Standing.








Legendary Warbonds



Head to your Destroyer’s Acquisition’s Panel to secure this new gear and supercharge your loadouts of sweet Liberty on August 12. Following in the bootsteps of the Xbox-themed HELLDIVERS 2 x Halo: ODST Legendary Warbond, and the PlayStation-themed HELLDIVERS 2 x Killzone Legendary Warbond, this latest cache of carnage can also be unlocked by spending 1500 Super Credits – found in-game or purchased separately – and you can redeem the content with medals earned as you play.








Ministry of Operational Enhancement & Education




Whether you are a fresh-faced, wide-eyed new recruit that doesn’t know a Stratagem from a Singularity – or a been-there, shot-that, somehow-still-breathing campaign veteran… it never hurts to get a tactical tune-up.




Refresh, reboot, and realign with your Helldiver training curriculum to stay sharp enough to slice straight through the enemy’s villainously treacherous designs.




Learn today. Liberate tomorrow. Live forever…ish.




*Requires base game, Super Credits, and game progression to unlock.













HELLDIVERS 2


PlayStation Publishing LLC



☆☆☆☆☆
9661



★★★★★





$39.99




Get it now






The Galaxy’s Last Line of Offence.

Enlist in the Helldivers and join the fight for freedom across a hostile galaxy in a fast, frantic, and ferocious third-person shooter.

URGENT BROADCAST – SUPER EARTH ARMED FORCES
Freedom. Peace. Democracy.
Your Super Earth-born rights. The key pillars of our civilization.
Of our very existence.
But the war rages on. And everything is once again under threat.
Join the greatest military force the galaxy has ever seen and make this a safe and free place to live.

BECOME A LEGEND
You will be assembled into squads of up to four Helldivers and assigned strategic missions.
Watch each other’s back – friendly fire is an unfortunate certainty of war, but victory without teamwork is impossible.

LOADOUTS
Rain down freedom from above, sneak through enemy territory, or grit your teeth and charge head-first into the jaws of combat.
How you deliver liberty is your choice; you’ll have access to a wide array of explosive firepower, life-saving armor and battle-changing stratagems… the jewel in every Helldiver’s arsenal.

REQUISITION
Super Earth recognises your hard work with valuable Requisition. Use it to access different rewards that benefit you, your squad, your destroyer ship and our overall war effort.

THREATS
Everything on every planet wants you dead. That’s what we’re dealing with.
Each enemy has distinct and unpredictable characteristics, tactics, and behavior – but they all fight ferociously and without fear or morality.

THE GALACTIC WAR
Capturing enemy planets, defending against invasions, and completing missions will contribute to our overall effort.
This war will be won or lost depending on the actions of everyone involved.
We stand together, or we fall apart.

©2025 Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC. Developed by Arrowhead Game Studios AB. Helldivers is a registered trademark of Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC and related companies in the U.S. and other countries.

https://www.playstation.com/legal/op-eula/











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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546019-helldivers-2-x-warhammer-40-000-legendary-warbond-launching-august-12 Dinos Collide in Explosive On-Rails Shooter Tailbreak, Out Now https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546018-dinos-collide-in-explosive-on-rails-shooter-tailbreak-out-now Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:16:59 GMT




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Summary

  • Arcade-style shooter pitting you against dinosaurs and horrors..
  • Tips for maximizing destruction in solo or two-player co-op.
  • A look at the semi-procedurally generated Mutation Matrix game mode remixing enemies, weapons, and more.





Well hello there fellow dino-wranglers! I’m Julia Wolbach, and I’m here to share the exciting news about Tailbreak launching on XBOX Series X|S & XPA today, as well as share some secrets and hints to survive this on-rails dino-packed nightmare! We’re dragging you back to the roots of on-rails light gun action as zombies step aside to let the dinosaurs roar center stage!








Slam in a Quarter and Grab a Friend



In this loose retelling of our hit Dinobreak title, Tailbreak introduces Alex and Rin, two unlikely survivors who find themselves trapped in Cypress Ridge as dinos big and small rampage across the city. Either alone or in local two-player co-op, they’ll have to fight their way to safety in a fully voice-acted story mode, with escalating threats but increasingly powerful weapons at their disposal.




Some Tips for You Would-Be Dino-Snacks



Make sure to shoot everything in the environment to uncover hidden items and weapons. Boxes, barrels, and much more glow, and you never know what you may find inside. Your inventory is limited, so you’ll need to keep finding more supplies and using what you’ve got if you hope to survive. It’s worth balancing your offensive and defensive items. You never know when you may need to heal, but holding onto a sprout item can prevent you from taking advantage of a screen clearing grenade. Sometimes the most powerful defense is an explosive offense!




Another item type to keep an eye out for is the red dino egg. Using this will add several levels to your egg chain on activation.  Use one when you’re about to lose your combo to save it and rack up the points!  Better scores will lead to faster unlocks of new weapons and upgrades that can give you the edge on the battlefield.








The meaty core of Tailbreak comes after Alex and Rin’s tale of survival. Venture into the Mutation Matrix game mode, a semi-procedurally generated warzone where enemies, weapons, items, and more are fully randomized at each encounter.




To increase your odds of success, you’ll need to increase your high scores. As you score higher on each level and beat your scores, you’ll unlock new starting weapons, abilities, and allow weapons to upgrade to higher levels during gameplay. Use the Succubus handgun to regenerate your health as you take out enemies, so you’ll be able to survive longer and attain higher scores!. You’ll need to score a cumulative 36,000 points to unlock this effective firearm.




Don’t forget to level up your sidearms. At a total high score of 48,000, for example, you’ll be able to wield a level three shotgun. You can access upgrades by either collecting a duplicate of the same sidearm or using an upgrade item in the middle of a playthrough. Using a higher-level sidearm yields advantages like better damage output, larger clip size, and higher score multipliers. Even if you run out of continues, increasing your score output will help you inch toward better and better performances.




Use your new toys to take on this rogue-lite RPG mode and become powerful enough to venture into Primal Difficulty, a truly unbalanced fight for your life!








Wait a Second… Did I See a Zombie!?



That’s right! It isn’t Cypress Ridge without a few of the undead coming by for a quick bite. Outside of Story Mode, you have the option to mix and match enemy types – including welcoming undead zombies and special mutated monsters into the mix. Choose how Cypress Ridge gets obliterated by playing just with dinosaurs, or just with the undead, or perhaps mixing them together. New threats and challenges await as you remix your experience, and opportunities to go for a higher score and unlock more abilities and weapons. So don’t be afraid to get groovy in the Mutation Matrix, because it’s about to get messy.








Play it Your Way with XPA



XBOX Series X|S offers advanced ray tracing and cutting-edge visuals thanks to Unreal Engine 5.7.1. If you’re packing a powerful PC, you’ll find even more bells and whistles to enable as well as being able to run at extremely high framerates. You can also expect a great looking experience when playing on the XBOX ROG Ally X handheld. The dinosaurs will be delighted to eat you wherever you are thanks to XPA, so pick your favorite place to play and prepare to become lunch!








It’s Time to Hit the Arcade



We hope these tips help accelerate the mayhem when you jump into the middle of the action-packed, 80’s-fueled world of Tailbreak, now available for $24.99 USD. Make sure to grab a friend and bring them along for co-op across the entire title. Good luck out there and don’t forget – cardio!




















Tailbreak


Dead Drop Studios LLC



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






$24.99

$22.49




Pre-order









A new dinosaur-blasting adventure is in town!

Serving as a follow-up to Railbreak and as a retelling of the hit DINOBREAK, Tailbreak evolves the arcade on-rails shooter experience from mere resurrection to pleasingly primal for up to two players!

Weapons and mechanics have been intensified; starting with just a handgun, you’ll need to make tough choices about your sub-weapons and juggle pick-ups with the new item system.  Do you dedicate an item slot to a grenade or a healing item?  Do you stick with your trusty machine gun, or do you switch it up with a heavy rifle?  

With new and realistic lighting utilizing Unreal Engine 5.7, Cypress Ridge looks more sinister and desolate than ever before.  A new, fully-voiced, six-act Story mode tells the plight of heroines Alex and Rin as they struggle to survive the events of DINOBREAK without becoming dino food.  The Arrange mode brings custom handguns and upgradable sub-weapons to the fray for something a little zanier, while the Mutation Matrix randomizes the game’s encounters and items for an unpredictable experience every play-through!

More bonus modes and features await as you take on nature’s ancient beasts on the safari of a lifetime in Tailbreak!

Features:

NEW Item System:  Pick up healing items, ammo, and more, but be careful: you can only hold two at a time!  Will you prioritize the extra firepower of a grenade, or will you hold onto a precious, life-restoring sprout for a rainy day?

Fierce Firepower:  Blast away with both returning and new weapons.  Carefully manage your sub-weapon ammo, or you may find yourself up dino creek without a paddle!  In Arrange mode, choose between handguns with different effects, and level up your sub-weapons to make them more powerful.

Deliciously Cheesy:  Enjoy a new story where lead characters Alex and Rin check out the coolest new game in Cypress Ridge Arcade – Tailbreak! It’s all about their search for safety in a city ravaged by raptors.  All six acts feature full voice acting with hysterical banter and the crazy camp you’d expect in your favorite B-movie!

Gameplay Galore:  Bonus modes like Score Attack, Arrange Mode, and Mutation Matrix add additional depth and extra replayability to the game.  Plus, all content can be experienced solo or in local co-op play with a friend!

Scarily Beautiful:  The world of Cypress Ridge comes to life whether you’re blasting through a restaurant or sulking through dark caverns thanks to the power of cutting-edge Unreal Engine 5.7, which brings stunning ray traced lighting to the varied, highly-detailed environments you’ll flee through during your exploits.












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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546018-dinos-collide-in-explosive-on-rails-shooter-tailbreak-out-now THQ Nordic Showcase 2026: New Worlds, New Stories, New Games, and New Discounts https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546017-thq-nordic-showcase-2026-new-worlds-new-stories-new-games-and-new-discounts Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:16:59 GMT The 2026 instalment of the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase took place today, offering gamers first and fresh looks at many upcoming titles. During the... The 2026 instalment of the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase took place today, offering gamers first and fresh looks at many upcoming titles. During the showcase, we released the highly anticipated, first chapter in the REANIMAL DLC campaign and kicked off the pre-order campaign for Way of the Hunter 2! In addition, we showed off new gameplay trailers from Way of the Hunter 2, Wreckfest 2, The Eternal Life of Goldman and others. The THQ Nordic Showcase Sale runs from August 4 to August 10 and includes savings of up 90% across the THQN portfolio.




Here, we have a recap of all of the major news and reveals that are heading to XBOX.




REANIMAL: The Prisoner DLC








Available today, REANIMAL: The Prisoner DLC features two brand new characters, The Soldier and The Prisoner, who must survive the war-ravaged streets of a once-familiar place, stumbling blindly down a rabbit hole that will change their lives forever. Explore previously unseen areas of the REANIMAL world, on foot and otherwise, and discover that while war can be hell, some experiences are even worse. Special savings of 25% are available for the REANIMAL Digital Deluxe Edition, as well as Foxhead and Muttonhead Masks.




Way of The Hunter 2








Pre-Order is now available for Way of the Hunter 2! ALL Way of the Hunter owners who pre-order Way of the Hunter 2 will receive a discount of 10%. Coming September 29, Way of the Hunter 2 takes hunting simulation to the next level with even higher realism, more complex animal behavior, immersive nature, and more ways to hunt and manage hunting grounds. If you cannot wait till then, then enjoy 70% off the Way of the Hunter – Ultimate Edition during the THQN Showcase sale.




Wreckfest 2








Wreckfest 2 is coming, and brings you the absolute best in full-contact racing with unmatched destruction fidelity and vehicle dynamics! Witness unbelievable crashes and unforgettable head-to-head battles as you destroy any rival vehicle bit by bit. Powered by the vastly improved true-to-life physics engine, developed by the masterminds behind Wreckfest and the original FlatOut! Wreckfest – The Complete Editionis 70% off for a limited time!




Titan Quest 2








Nemesis, Goddess of Retribution, is out of control. She is corrupting the Threads of Fate and punishing all those who oppose her. Take up your weapon, fight alongside gods, and change fate itself in Titan Quest 2, an action RPG inspired by Greek mythology. The original Titan Quest is now 85% off, while Titan Quest: Atlantisand Titan Quest: Ragnarök are both 75% during the THQ Nordic Showcase Sale!




Gothic II Complete Classic








The iconic sequel to a cult classic RPG Continue the story of the Nameless Hero in Gothic II Complete Classic, the award-winning sequel that improved on its predecessor in every way. Gothic II Complete Classic brings together the excitement of Gothic II and the add-on Night of the Raven to your fingertips for the first time on a console. You have torn down the magical barrier and released the prisoners of the Mine Valley. Now the former criminals of the forests and mountains are causing trouble around the capital of Khorinis. The town militia is powerless due to their low amount of force–outside of the town, everyone is helpless against the attacks of the bandits.




Enjoy 20% off Gothic Remake during the sale.




The Eternal Life of Goldman








The Eternal Life of Goldman is a one-of-a-kind experience of inventive visual splendor and tight gameplay. Dive into a dark and twisted fable, a classic 2D-story-platformer telling the tale of a dying world. Explore huge biomes, expand your abilities and dive into a universe of strange creatures, memorable characters and menacing bosses – in a hand-painted and -animated art style, reminiscent of classic animated features.




We also offered the first look of an unannounced game from DigixArt during the Showcase, as well as a catalogue update from Handy Games.




Here’s a recap of everything shown
  • REANIMAL: The Prisoner DLC – Available now! ($9.99)
  • Way of the Hunter 2 – Pre-Order Now! Coming September 29
  • Wreckfest 2 – Jump into Early Access + New Gameplay reveal!
  • Titan Quest II – Jump into Early Access + New Gameplay reveal!
  • Gothic Classic – New Gameplay reveal!
  • Gothic Remake – New Gameplay reveal!
  • The Eternal Life of Goldman – New Gameplay reveal!

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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546017-thq-nordic-showcase-2026-new-worlds-new-stories-new-games-and-new-discounts Wild Blue Skies: How We Brought the Feel of a 90s Arcade Cockpit to XBOX https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546016-wild-blue-skies-how-we-brought-the-feel-of-a-90s-arcade-cockpit-to-xbox Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:16:59 GMT Summary How Chuhai Labs brought the feel of classic on-rails shooters to modern players. The team behind the game breaks it all down. ... Summary

  • How Chuhai Labs brought the feel of classic on-rails shooters to modern players.
  • The team behind the game breaks it all down.
  • All-star voice cast including Jonah Scott, Suzie Yeung, Edward Bosco, and Daman Mills.





When we set out to make Wild Blue Skies, we knew exactly what we were taking on.




The on-rails shooter is one of those genres that lives in people’s memories in a very specific way. It’s not just a game type; it’s a Saturday morning, it’s a borrowed controller, it’s a high score that means something. We didn’t want to just make another one. We wanted to make the one that reminded you why you loved them in the first place.




For our studio director Giles Goddard, that connection to the genre runs deep. His passion for on-rails shooters is woven into the DNA of Chuhai Labs and when the team came together to make Wild Blue Skies, it felt almost inevitable. A lot of us grew up playing these games. We’re fans first. That matters when you’re trying to get something right.




Here’s how we did it.




Embracing Limitations, Not Fighting Them.







One of the first things we realized when making Wild Blue Skies was just how much of the feel of classic on-rails shooters was driven by the limitations of their time and that we shouldn’t be afraid to embrace them.




The biggest example? View distance. We spent a long time in development being able to see far off into the distance, which made enemies feel like they were spawning out of thin air and made you want to shoot farther than they could. One day, we reduced the view distance significantly and everything clicked. You would be focusing on what was happening now. Enemies felt more natural. Missions were immediately more exciting.



Camera and controls were a huge focus early in development. We wanted the aircraft to immediately feel good. To give you the means to fly and fight through our world without feeling overwhelmed.



It was a controversial change at the time. But everyone felt it the moment they picked up the controller.




That lesson shaped how we approached the entire project. In an era where the sky is the limit, we found it important to set clear pillars and embrace working with constraints. Does not matter if they’re driven by hardware, resources, or the type of game you’re making. Limitations can be your biggest ally.




Making the Plane Feel Right.







Camera and controls were a huge focus early in development. We wanted the aircraft to immediately feel good. To give you the means to fly and fight through our world without feeling overwhelmed.




The framing of the plane in on-rails missions was an especially key topic. We wanted you to feel like you were flying around the frame, keeping a strong focus on the world while being careful not to obstruct their view. We used a dithering technique on the plane in conjunction with careful tuning to help achieve this. It’s a small detail that makes a big difference in how connected you feel to the cockpit.




The result is a control scheme that feels immediately familiar but rewards mastery. Dodge rolls deflect enemy fire when timed right. Not just a defensive tool, but an aggressive one. In free flight missions, the brake can be used to pull a 180 and get behind enemies chasing you. Every mechanic has a skill ceiling. Something you can learn in five minutes and spend hours getting good at.




A World Built from the Ground up.







We wanted our missions to feel like bite-sized episodes in a grander story and that meant building a world first. We started by concepting environments and built out a high-level world map before we made a single mission.




Each mission started with an environment and a high-level narrative pitch. From there, we blocked out the geometry, breaking each mission into sections and creating set pieces for you to fly through. We’d stub in placeholders for encounters and dialogue (flying through grayboxed environments with floating text describing what you’d eventually see) and playtest relentlessly. When the pacing felt right, we’d move on to implementing encounters, art, dialogue, and sound. Continuously playtesting. Continuously tuning.




Pacing is everything in an on-rails shooter. You are always being pushed forward, so the rhythm of quiet moments, enemy waves, hazards, and climactic encounters has to be exactly right. We got there through iteration. A lot of it.




The Visual Language of a Saturday Morning Cartoon.







Our main source of visual inspiration came from classic Japanese animated films, particularly the work coming out of Studio Ghibli. We loved how you could see yourself in the characters and get lost in the painted backgrounds.




The team crafted an outlined cel-shaded look to make our characters, enemies, and planes really pop off the screen. Environments were treated from a painterly angle. Softer details with light, shadow, and fog to make the world feel vibrant and full of life. And since we were modernizing the gameplay, the UI was brought up to speed too: clean, simple shapes that let you gather the information you need at a glance.




The goal was always to make Wild Blue Skies feel like you’d just been thrown into a 90s action movie and Saturday morning cartoon at the same time.




The Blue Bombers and the Voices Behind Them.







We had a lot of fun concepting characters that would fit that era of cheesy one-liners and strong personalities. Bowie, Thorne, Chuck, and Roe were designed to feel instantly familiar. The kind of squad you’d remember from the cartoons you grew up watching, while being entirely their own thing.




Bringing them to life required voices that could match that energy. We were incredibly lucky to land a cast that did exactly that! Jonah Scott as Bowie Stray, known for Legoshi in Beastars and Sniper Mask in High-Rise Invasion; Suzie Yeung as Roe Whitetail, known for Yuffie in Final Fantasy VII Remake and Makima in Chainsaw Man; Edward Bosco as Chuck Barbacoa, known for Albedo in Overlord and Il Dottore in Genshin Impact; and Daman Mills as Thorne, known for Frieza in Dragon Ball Super and Blade in Honkai: Star Rail.




We can’t wait to see which characters become your’ favorites.








This is just a glimpse of how we brought the feel of a 90s arcade cockpit to Wild Blue Skies.




Jump in and experience it for yourself when it launches August 13 on XBOX Series X|S and XBOX on PC. And thanks to XBOX Play Anywhere support, your mission progress and achievements will fly with you no matter where you choose to play. To keep up with our latest breakthroughs, find Chuhahi Labsover on X (Twitter) and Instagram.













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★★★★★





$14.99




Pre-order






Wild Blue Skies is a modern take on the classic on-rails adventures of the '90s, built for players who grew up chasing high scores and for a new generation hungry for the real thing.

Soar over oceans, desert ridges, and perilous caves, battling waves of enemies and pushing back Grimclaw's forces. With the help of your squad, you'll fight to restore peace while experiencing the thrill of classic arcade flight-combat!

Easy-to-learn controls make Wild Blue Skies accessible for newcomers and genre veterans alike, while stunning anime-inspired visuals immerse you in a hand-crafted universe. With branching paths, thrilling missions, and a score system that rewards mastery, every flight is an adventure worth repeating.

A Squad Worth Saving
Meet Bowie, Thorne, Chuck, and Roe: the Blue Bombers. Four pilots, one unbreakable squad. Each one brings their own personality and voice to every sortie. With rival squad encounters and character banter woven throughout the campaign, getting to know them is half the adventure.

Fly Your Way
No two playthroughs are the same. Branching mission paths keep every flight fresh, with secrets and hidden paths rewarding players who want to master everything the game has to offer.

Master the Skies
Easy to pick up. Deeply rewarding to master. Push yourself to earn every medal, uncover every secret path, and find the difference between finishing a mission and truly owning it.











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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546016-wild-blue-skies-how-we-brought-the-feel-of-a-90s-arcade-cockpit-to-xbox Gameplay first look – Mafia: The Old Country’s Man of Honor expansion https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546010-gameplay-first-look-mafia-the-old-countrys-man-of-honor-expansion Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:25:48 GMT Hi everyone, I’m Josh Zammit, design director at Hangar 13 working on the Man of Honor expansion* for Mafia: The Old Country...

Hi everyone, I’m Josh Zammit, design director at Hangar 13 working on the Man of Honor expansion* for Mafia: The Old Country. We’re super excited to share the first look gameplay above, and I’d like to reveal a bit more about the Free Ride content included in the DLC.




Man of Honor features two new story chapters set in the earlier days of Enzo Favara’s service to the Torrisi crime family, letting you team up with respected mafioso Ennio Salieri to settle old scores. In addition to the two new story chapters, owning the Man of Honor expansion grants you access to a new set of exclusive jobs and extreme challenges we’re adding to Free Ride mode, along with new collectibles and locations added to the Valle Dorata map.









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If you haven’t played Mafia: The Old Country yet, Free Ride mode lets you explore the Sicilian countryside at your own pace, or take on a collection of repeatable Challenges separate from the critical path that include combat encounters, stealth missions, and different kinds of races. In the new Man of Honor Free Ride content, you’ll take on new assignments from Salieri himself, who has set up shop in a Porto Almaro warehouse where he spends his days devising new schemes and smuggling stolen goods.




Longtime Mafia fans know Salieri well, given his central role as the Don of his own crime family in the city of Lost Heaven, where the original Mafia and Mafia: Definitive Edition take place. Making Salieri the focal point of Man of Honor lets us showcase who he was before his emigration to America and subsequent rise to power, deepening his backstory in a really engaging way. Though still feared and respected in Sicily, this younger Salieri is much scrappier and has to hustle to get his cut of the Family’s various rackets.








With Salieri as your new point of contact for Man of Honor’s Free Ride content, you’ll drop by his hideout to pick up two types of contracts: Challenges and Jobs. Salieri’s Challenges follow a similar format to the ones you can currently take on in Free Ride mode, but with amped-up difficulty that will test the mettle of even the most seasoned soldato. Salieri’s Jobs introduce brand-new mission types, tasking you with tracking down your objective and dealing with anyone who tries to get in your way. Seeking hidden caches of valuable loot, towing high-value vehicles back to Salieri, delivering stolen trucks full of precious-but-fragile goods—whichever job you take, success will line your pockets with extra Dinari.




You can spend those ill-gotten gains to add new outfits, Charms, weapons, vehicles, and horses to your collection, all exclusive to this expansion. As you can see in the gameplay footage, the unique weapons and Charms you can earn in Man of Honor gave us space to play around with perks that push just beyond the bounds of period-accurate realism.




For example, take the Rimbalzu throwing knife, which bounces to a second target so you can quickly and silently take down multiple enemies from the shadows. It would take near-impossible skill to throw a ricochet between targets every time, but the effect is incredibly fun and empowering, especially for players who prefer the stealthy approach. We wanted to design fresh and exciting weapons for a range of playstyles, and the added stopping power of these additions to Enzo’s arsenal can help give you an edge during Salieri’s most difficult assignments.








Along with all the new items and missions on offer, there are plenty of optional activities you can seek out as you explore the Valle Dorata. Keep your eyes peeled for collectible Wanted Posters which, in keeping with a fun series tradition, use members of our development team (myself included) in period-accurate attire for their mugshots. You can also soar through the air in your turn-of-the-century automobiles via added Stunt Jumps, or destroy delivery trucks loaded with sulfur to hit back at the people who betrayed Salieri.




The Man of Honor expansion for Mafia: The Old Country arrives next week on August 14. We can’t wait to see how you tackle the new content in Free Ride mode, and what the fans think of a younger Ennio Salieri in the added narrative content. Until then, mafiosi.




*Base game required. Some content requires unlocking via gameplay.



More...]]> Automated News Feeds PlayStationBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546010-gameplay-first-look-mafia-the-old-countrys-man-of-honor-expansion Crimson Moon battles demonic corruption on September 1 https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546009-crimson-moon-battles-demonic-corruption-on-september-1 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:25:48 GMT Earlier this year, we introduced Crimson Moon (https://store.playstation.com/concept/10013260), our gothic high renaissance action RPG. You play as a...

Earlier this year, we introduced Crimson Moon, our gothic high renaissance action RPG. You play as a Nephilim, a powerful half-human, half-angel warrior sworn to reclaim the fallen city of Gildenarch from the demonic corruption consuming it. 




Today, we’re excited to announce that Crimson Moon is only weeks away, launching on PlayStation 5 on September 1.









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Over the past few months, we’ve shared more of Crimson Moon’s brutal melee combat, replayable hunts and challenging boss encounters. Today, we’d like to focus on one of our favorite ways to experience the game: two-player online co-op.




Every hunt is better together



While Crimson Moon is fully playable solo, every hunt can also be tackled in two-player online co-op.




Co-op isn’t simply about having another player dealing damage. Every hunt dynamically scales between solo play and two-player co-op, ensuring encounters remain challenging however you choose to play.




You’ll also share a communal life pool throughout each hunt. If your partner falls in battle, you’ll have the opportunity to revive them and keep the hunt alive – but each death brings your team one step closer to failure.




Those are the moments we love most. A perfectly timed rescue as a boss enters its final phase, a desperate last-second victory… or watching an overconfident partner meet their demise when everything was going so well.




Whether you’re coordinating Weapon Arts, experimenting with different builds, or standing shoulder-to-shoulder against towering bosses, co-op adds a whole new layer of teamwork to every hunt.








Built for PlayStation 5



We’re committed to making Crimson Moon feel right at home on PlayStation 5.




Players on PlayStation 5 Pro can take advantage of native support for upgraded PSSR, helping deliver a sharper image as you explore the blood-soaked streets of Gildenarch and battle the horrors lurking within.




One adventure, two editions



From the beginning, our goal has been to create an action RPG packed with replayability, satisfying progression, and memorable co-op, while offering exceptional value to players.




Crimson Moon launches for $19.99, while Crimson Moon: Deluxe Edition will be available for $29.99.




The Deluxe Edition includes the Ceremonial Armor Set, the Axe of the Gods – a guitar-shaped axe worthy of any legendary Nephilim – and access to our upcoming Post-Launch Content Expansion.




If you decide you’d like to upgrade later, the Crimson Moon: Deluxe Edition Upgrade will also be available for $10, giving Standard Edition players access to all Deluxe content whenever they’re ready. 




As a thank you to the PlayStation community, every PlayStation player – whether they choose the Standard or Deluxe Edition – will receive the exclusive Sonai Magistrate Armor Set at launch.








We’ll see you in Gildenarch



From your first steps inside Sanctus Clypeus to your final stand against the legendary Dead Gods, every hunt is an opportunity to discover powerful new gear, experiment with different builds, and push deeper into Gildenarch’s increasingly dangerous Wards. Gather your allies, for the hunt begins on September 1.



More...]]> Automated News Feeds PlayStationBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546009-crimson-moon-battles-demonic-corruption-on-september-1 Keep Your Cemetery Running (and the Zombies Out) in Zombie Graveyard Simulator https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546008-keep-your-cemetery-running-and-the-zombies-out-in-zombie-graveyard-simulator Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:25:48 GMT Summary Out now on Xbox Series X|S. Manage and expand your cemetery by day, defend against waves of zombies by night. Gameplay tips and... Summary

  • Out now on Xbox Series X|S.
  • Manage and expand your cemetery by day, defend against waves of zombies by night.
  • Gameplay tips and details on tool, weapon and facility upgrades.





If you’re just starting your journey in Zombie Graveyard Simulator, here’s our first piece of advice: don’t let the peaceful daytime fool you. A well-organized cemetery is your best defense when night falls and trust us, you’ll appreciate every upgrade once the zombies start pouring in.




We’re excited that you can jump into Zombie Graveyard Simulator today on Xbox Series X|S, and even more excited that you’re getting much more than the original launch experience. Since the game’s debut on PC, we’ve continued expanding it with major content updates inspired by community feedback, and all of those improvements are included from day one on Xbox.








One of my favorite additions is the Stone Quarry & Workshop. Thanks to this update, you can mine different types of stone, craft your own gravestones, and develop an entirely new production chain that makes your cemetery feel even more like a living business. The more self-sufficient your operation becomes, the easier it is to keep growing.




The world also became much bigger thanks to Expeditions. Rather than spending every day inside the cemetery gates, you’ll answer distress calls, venture into new locations, complete unique objectives, and return with valuable rewards that help expand your business back home. It completely changes the rhythm of the game and offers a welcome break from your daily routine.








We’ve also continued adding systems that make your cemetery feel more alive. The Chapel Expansion introduces new buildings, employees, and activities that improve both efficiency and atmosphere, while dynamic weather effects make every day look a little different. Updates like High Stakes & Hot Ashes introduced new cremation mechanics, custom urns, delivery systems, and additional progression paths, giving you even more ways to grow your cemetery exactly the way you want.








If you’re looking for a few beginner tips, we’d recommend focusing on your daytime economy before investing heavily in combat. A profitable cemetery means more money for stronger weapons and better defenses. Don’t overlook upgrades that improve your daily workflow, either – saving just a few minutes every in-game day adds up over time. And when you do head into battle each night, remember that good barricade placement can often be just as valuable as having a bigger gun.




Perhaps one of the game’s biggest additions, Expeditions, came directly from players asking to explore beyond the cemetery walls. That conversation with the community has shaped nearly every major update we’ve released, from the Stone Quarry & Workshop to new progression systems and quality-of-life improvements.








Whether you’re here for the relaxing management gameplay, the satisfaction of building a thriving cemetery, or the thrill of surviving another night against the undead, there’s never been a better time to jump in. Zombie Graveyard Simulator is available now on Xbox Series X|S, and we can’t wait to see how you build and defend your very own cemetery.




















Zombie Graveyard Simulator


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$14.99

$13.49




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In a world where the dead turn into zombies, your job is to manage your very own Graveyard! Perform burials and cremations, fulfill visitor requests, manage facilities, and keep your staff and defenses in top shape. But when night falls, everything changes. The dead may rest, but the zombies don’t. They are coming for your precious work!

Visitor Satisfaction is Key
After processing the bodies, visitors will return to check on their loved ones. Your duty is to keep graves intact while providing fresh flowers and maintaining a welcoming environment. Every visit rewards you with valuable bonuses to help your business thrive.

Visitors can also stop by the Chapel to rest, attend sermons, and browse the Souvenir Shop for small keepsakes like candles and incenses. A clean, decorated, and well managed graveyard encourages greater generosity while donating!

Build your Defenses
Each night, waves of zombies will come with their numbers growing and special zombie types emerging, hungry for freshly buried bodies and for you. Some nights may be even more dangerous with special events like the Blood Moon. From basic defenses like barbed wires and fences to advanced machines like flamethrower turrets, keep your defenses upgraded, repaired, and fully stocked with ammo to withstand the night. Your loyal pet companion can also assist you during nighttime defenses.

Trust your Arsenal
With a wide arsenal of 13+ weapons, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, and your trusty shovel, you are the ultimate force against the Zombies. As you level up, unlock and purchase new weapons to become even stronger. Just make sure to stock up on enough ammo!

Even a Graveyard Can Be Cozy Sometimes!
Use your Farming Area to grow different flowers for profit and vegetables to simply eat and restore your energy and health. With Upgrades, you can even unlock a Grinder to turn zombie parts into Fertilizer. Decorate your Graveyard with benches, lights, paths, custom urns, and other ornaments to make it truly your own.

Expand and Upgrade Your Facilities
Your graveyard isn’t just a resting place, it's a business, and every upgrade matters. Expand your burial areas, manage custom urns at the urn station, upgrade your crematorium, and operate new facilities like the Stone Quarry & Workshop to craft your own gravestones. Improve your water supply, manage resource production, and unlock advanced stations like the Zombie Research Lab to process captured zombies into valuable products.

Hire a team of employees to help with day-to-day tasks: the Florist keeps flowers running, the Gravekeeper maintains burials and cremations, the Gardener keeps your farm in check, the Technician ensures all machines run smoothly, and Chapel staff like the Priest, Pianist, and Custodian help run sermons and services.

Every improvement helps you stay one step ahead of both business demands and the undead threat. Venture beyond the graveyard by unlocking Expedition Mode through the Expedition Station, where radio signals lead you to dangerous missions outside your walls.











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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546008-keep-your-cemetery-running-and-the-zombies-out-in-zombie-graveyard-simulator Beast of Reincarnation: Early-Game Tips to Help You Manage the Miasma https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546007-beast-of-reincarnation-early-game-tips-to-help-you-manage-the-miasma Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:25:48 GMT Beast of Reincarnation doesn’t hesitate to throw you into its wide, weird world. Game Freak’s unexpected action-RPG takes cues from greats from... Beast of Reincarnation doesn’t hesitate to throw you into its wide, weird world. Game Freak’s unexpected action-RPG takes cues from greats from across the genres – you can feel the influence of everything from Dark Souls to Bayonetta – and adds its own fresh ideas to the mix. All of which means there’s a lot to get your head around as the game begins.




After an action-packed intro sequence, you’re plonked back 5 months into heroine Emma’s past and sent straight into a huge open area – while there are of course tutorials to guide you on the basics, there are mechanics and nuances you’ll need to find for yourself… or from us. Here are some of the little things we’ve learned to ease you through the game’s early stages.




Explorer’s Guide



From the very beginning of the game, Emma is accompanied by Koo, a gigantic white dog with an array of abilities. One of his least showy features is also one of his most useful – as you travel around the wide open areas, Koo will sense nearby points of interest (camps where you can rest, hidden treasures, food to top up your hunger gauge, and more) and mark them on your map. It’s useful both as a way to head off the beaten path, or to bank for later.








Don’t Let Them Hear You Coming



As you travel around these areas, you’ll find a lot of enemies, including corrupted, robotic Golems and Blight-infested wildlife (and, in a fun twist, these two enemy types will get in their own scraps, even if you’re not there). In classic Soulslike style, taking even a single hit can be brutal but there are ways to thin the ranks without getting in a direct confrontation. In those early, underpowered levels, stealth is your friend – we found that walking at full speed tends to attract attention, but you can also hold B to enter a crouched stealth position. Even tilting the stick more gently makes Emma walk slowly, allowing her to get in closer for a clean kill.




Hair Style



One of the most unusual mechanics in the game is Emma’s vine-like hair, which can be used to help you get around in some less-expected ways. It gives her a lot of vertical and horizontal range, and even the opening areas are already dense with secrets to find tucked away high and low. You can either hold A to use it as a “glide” or sorts, or hold RT to extend it as a temporary platform, letting you travel along its length and reach less accessible locations. Pay attention to the environment and get creative with your hair. If it looks like you might be able to get on top of something tall, you likely can… and there’s probably a reward.








Hair Cuts



In addition to exploration, Emma’s hair has combat utility as well. Aside from parries and dodges, Emma’s hair offers her another way to avoid those blow. In a fight, using it to ascend above your foes is a quick get-out, with many basic enemies unable to reach you. You can even fire off a few shots from your ranged weapon as you do so, taking advantage of the built-in slow-motion you get while in the air.




But what if you avoided a fight altogether? We found a lot of success by using a hair platform to create bridges over unsuspecting enemies, letting Emma take them out instantly with death from above attacks. Even tougher enemies that won’t go down instantly can lose a huge percentage of their health like this, saving you from extra danger.




The Arts of War



When you do get into a full-on fight, make sure you’re using Emma’s full toolset. Your basic attack combos are tied to the right bumper, but can be augmented with Blade Arts, a set of skills Emma unlocks. Blade Arts are activated by X, and can either act as their own separate moves, or like combo-finishers with some fairly wild effects (giant flowers exploding underfoot, anyone?). Make sure to check your menus to study these and assign the most useful extra attacks to make you lethally efficient.








Parry Practice



Where many games include parrying as an optional, high-risk/high-reward combat mechanic, parrying is far more essential to the combat loop in Beast of Reincarnation. Koo has his own set of skills, Bloom Arts, which offer a whole new way to fight – bringing up the menu to use one of them slows the game down to a crawl, offering a more tactical approach. The twist? You have to parry to build up the Florescence Points (FP) needed to use these skills.




In general, you want to press LB when you first see the attacking limb start to swing towards you. The opening area is full of forgiving robots and stags that will respawn whenever you rest at camp, so take some time and practice just observing and parrying. As an added bonus, parrying also makes your fights a lot quicker – once you can start to hit them consistently and build up enemy stagger bar for instant executions.




Working Like a Dog



If you’d rather Koo just did his own thing, that’s an option too. Holding LT and pressing RS while targeting an enemy from outside of combat will send Koo ahead to attack first, with full use of his unlocked Bloom Arts. Rather than actively managing Koo at all times, this can be a great way to reduce cognitive load and let your good boy do his thing on his own. Alternatively, you could focus on a separate enemy while Koo engages someone else, freeing you from the fear of an unexpected strike from offscreen.








Beast of Reincarnation arrives on August 4 for XBOX Series X|S, XBOX on PC, cloud, and is XBOX Play Anywhere. Play it day one with Game Pass Ultimate.













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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546007-beast-of-reincarnation-early-game-tips-to-help-you-manage-the-miasma Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day Open Beta, Cricket 26, Date Everything!, and More https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546006-coming-to-xbox-game-pass-gears-of-war-e-day-open-beta-cricket-26-date-everything-and-more Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:25:48 GMT Grab your COG tags, we’re jumping into the Early Access Open Beta for Gears of War: E-Day! You can also grab your Dateviators to Date Everything!,... Grab your COG tags, we’re jumping into the Early Access Open Beta for Gears of War: E-Day! You can also grab your Dateviators to Date Everything!, and your bat to rule the field in Cricket 26. Lots of accessories in this next round of games coming soon to XBOX Game Pass!




Gears of War: E-Day Open Beta – Early Access Starting August 6








Get ready to crush grubs in the Gears of War: E-Day Early Access Open Beta beginning August 6 as a benefit of your Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass subscription. Experience the all-new Horde Siege PvE, an evolved take on Gears’ iconic co-op wave survival mode built for larger maps, more players, and bigger battles. Learn more about Gears of War: E-Day here.




Available Today



Heretic + Hexen (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC) – August 4
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass




Step into the definitive re-release of two dark spell-casting shooters that shaped the genre. This enhanced restoration makes Heretic + Hexen available to new audiences and long-time fans with expanded accessibility across more platforms and languages than ever before.




Beast of Reincarnation (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – August 4
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass




Available on day one with XBOX Game Pass! Game Freak’s brand-new title: Beast of Reincarnation is an action RPG with a fusion of real-time and turn-based combat. Experience the innovative “one-person, one-dog action RPG” in the beautiful yet harsh world of Beast of Reincarnation. What awaits at the end of Emma and Koo’s journey?




Coming Soon



Monsters are Coming! (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – August 6
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass




Now available on XBOX Series X|S and Cloud Gaming! In this tower-survivor rogue-lite, you protect an ever-moving city from unrelenting hordes. Gather resources, fortify defenses, and boost potential through enhanced player progression. Will you reach the Ark?




PowerWash Simulator 2 (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – August 6
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass




PowerWash Simulator is back, bubbling with fresh locations, soap-erior equipment and splashy features. Effortlessly transform soiled surroundings into clean, serene scenes, solo or with pals. Satisfaction is a spray away!




Bounty Star (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – August 11
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass




Bounty Star is an over-the-shoulder 3D action game that marries mech combat and customization with farming and base building. The player takes on the role of a broken but powerful ex-soldier named Clem, a war veteran, talented fighter and expert mech pilot.




Date Everything! (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – August 11
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass








Date Everything! is a sandbox dating simulator set in the comfort of your own home, featuring 100 fully voice acted datable characters! Let the romance flow between your bed, smoke alarm and… overwhelming sense of existential dread? Are you ready to Date Everything?




Grounded 2 (Game Preview) (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – August 11
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass




Shrunk again, but the world is much larger. In this open-world, single-player or co-op survival adventure, craft weapons and armor, build your base, and traverse the playground on your buggy. Now, take the plunge into Grounded 2‘s largest update yet: Into The Abyss.




Ball x Pit (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – August 12
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass




Ball x Pit is a brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite. Batter hordes of enemies with ricocheting balls and gather the riches of the pit to expand your homestead, generate resources and recruit unique heroes.




Cricket 26 (Cloud, Console, and PC) – August 13
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass








The ultimate showdown begins in Cricket 26. Make your way to the top in our all-new management career. Play the biggest Cricket Rivalry in an expanded Ashes mode. Build your perfect roster in Pro Team and unleash your creativity on the pitch with enhanced gameplay mechanics.




Mio: Memories in Orbit (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – August 13
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass




A hand-crafted metroidvania set within a vast, decaying world reclaimed by nature and robots. Play as Mio, a nimble android exploring labyrinthine environments, battling rogue machines, and uncovering lost memories in a richly atmospheric adventure filled with secrets and danger.




Sandustry (Game Preview) (PC) – August 13
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass




Available on day one with XBOX Game Pass! Explore and mine fully destructible worlds. Automate increasingly complex production chains. Delve deep to uncover an ancient civilization’s powerful secrets and learn to love the sand in this factory game where every pixel is a valuable resource.




Egging On (Cloud XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – August 18
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass




This game is hard-boiled. Face the challenge of being a real, fragile egg. Escape the henhouse and jump, roll and climb your way through a farm shop, factory, and other perilous environments. With some determination, you might just reach your freedom.




In Case You Missed It



Tears of Metal (Game Preview) (PC) – July 22
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass




Fight solo or up to four-player co-op to reclaim your island alongside your Scottish battalion. On each campaign, gain new powerful upgrades, rally your forces, and stop the invader as they carve into the Mother Stone to harvest its power.




Classic Original XBOX Games, Now Available on PC and Handheld – July 22
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, Game Pass Essential, PC Game Pass




Play more of the games you love wherever you play with XBOX Backward Compatibility on PC. Select original XBOX classics — including BLiNX: The Time Sweeper, Conker: Live and Reloaded, Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge, and Fuzion Frenzy — are now available on PC and supported handheld devices with enhanced features and are included with all Game Pass plans. Learn more about XBOX Backward Compatibility on PC here.




Game Updates



EA Sports Madden NFL 27: EA Play Early Access Trial (Console and PC) – Coming August 6




Run the league one decision at a time for up to 10 hours with EA Play. Members get an EA Play Welcome Pack and save 10% on Madden Points and more. Plus, score a monthly Ultimate Team Pack. Play the trial on Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass with EA Play, available on console, PC, and cloud.




In-Game Benefits



Call of Duty: Warzone – Game Pass Pack 7 (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – Available now
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, Game Pass Essential, PC Game Pass




Game Pass subscribers get a free in-game bundle for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone. This pack includes 2x Operator Skins, 4x Weapon Blueprints, Finishing Move, Weapon Charm, Emote, Equipment Skin, Calling Card, Emblem, 2x Weapon Stickers, 2WXP Token (1 hour).




Leaving August 15



The following games are leaving the Game Pass library soon. Don’t want the fun to end? Save on these games now before they leave Game Pass!
  • Menace (Game Preview) (PC)
  • Atlas Fallen (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Aliens: Firesteam Elite (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Firewatch (Cloud, Console, and PC)




Now that we’ve given you all a pile of games to get started on, let us know what you’re going to play first. We’re listening over on social media for XBOX and XBOX Game Pass! Then we’ll meet back here soon for what you can expect next. Cheers!




Note: Games with a ‘Handheld’ designation represent those that are optimized for handheld play.

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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546006-coming-to-xbox-game-pass-gears-of-war-e-day-open-beta-cricket-26-date-everything-and-more Players’ Choice: Vote for July 2026’s best new game https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546005-players-choice-vote-for-july-2026s-best-new-game Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:00:10 GMT Last month was filled with adventures big and small, sports action, and spiritual battles! Some big new releases included Assassin’s Creed Black Flag...

Last month was filled with adventures big and small, sports action, and spiritual battles! Some big new releases included Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Denshattack, Halo: Campaign Evolved, Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, and more. Which game was your favorite?








How does it work? At the end of every month, PlayStation Blog will open a poll where you can vote for the best new game released that month. After the polls close we will tally your votes, and announce the winner on our social channels and PlayStation.Blog.




What is the voting criteria? That’s up to you! If you were only able to recommend one new release to a friend that month, which would it be? Note: re-released games don’t qualify, but remakes do. We define remakes as ambitious, larger-scale rebuilds such as Resident Evil 4 (2023) and Final Fantasy VII Remake.




How are nominees decided? The PlayStation Blog editorial team will gather a list of that month’s most noteworthy releases and use it to seed the poll.





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More...]]> Automated News Feeds PlayStationBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546005-players-choice-vote-for-july-2026s-best-new-game Celebrating 25 Years of Play: New Community Designs, XBOX Updates, FanFest Tour Dates, and More https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546004-celebrating-25-years-of-play-new-community-designs-xbox-updates-fanfest-tour-dates-and-more Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:02:26 GMT 25 years ago, XBOX set out to bring players together through the games and worlds they love, and today, that mission is still what drives everything... 25 years ago, XBOX set out to bring players together through the games and worlds they love, and today, that mission is still what drives everything we do.




Today, we’re sharing a few more ways we’re celebrating 25 years of play including, the latest XBOX updates, community-created designs for gamerpics, backgrounds, and themes, curated Game Pass collections, the full FanFest Tour schedule and sweepstakes details, and more.




Community-Created XBOX Designs













From left: Wallpaper by Klobrille and Gamer Profile by Ben Kenobi. 




Over the years, many of you have shared your XBOX-inspired designs with us. We continue to be humbled by the response and impressed by your creativity and talent. To help mark 25 years of XBOX, we’re partnering with a pair of creators from the XBOX community, Klobrille and Ben Kenobi, to publish a collection of gamerpics, backgrounds, and a dynamic theme for XBOX consoles: by the community, for the community, and available today.




These designs reflect what XBOX has always been about, the connection between players, creators, and the games that bring us together. To learn more about what inspired the designs, follow Klobrille and Ben Kenobi.  




Here’s how to make these designs your own:
  • Console — Gamerpic & Theme: Settings › Profile › Customize profile, then choose your favorite. 
  • Console — Dynamic background: Settings › General › Personalization › My background › Dynamic background. 
  • XBOX app on PC — Gamerpic: Open View Profile and select the pencil icon over your current Gamerpic. 
  • XBOX app on PC — Theme: Open View Profile › Customize profile and choose your Theme. 




If one of these designs sparks something for you, we’d love to see it. Share your own creations and tag @XBOX using #XBOX25.




XBOX 25th Anniversary Badge








Beginning today, players who sign in to their XBOX account on console, PC, or the XBOX mobile app will receive the XBOX 25th Anniversary profile badge, ahead of XBOX’s 25th anniversary on November 15.




The badge will be available through the end of 2026, and can be displayed on your profile.




XBOX Game Pass Collections







To mark 25 years of unforgettable games, we’re bringing a specially curated celebration of XBOX history to XBOX Game Pass. These curated Game Pass collections will bring together memorable games from legendary franchises that defined each generation of XBOX, playable on console and/or PC.




Relive, or experience for the first time, the classics from the original XBOX, and keep the fun going as you journey through other favorites across XBOX 360, XBOX One, and XBOX Series X|S. Enjoy beloved titles like Fable Anniversary, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Fallout 4, Psychonauts 2, and much more in this special tribute to the games that shape XBOX’s 25 year legacy.




XBOX FanFest Tour Dates







The XBOX FanFest Tour is a global, multi-city run of fan-first events built around connection, local community, and the games we love. We kicked things off in Los Angeles at the XBOX Games Showcase, told you we were headed to gamescom next, and today we’re sharing the rest of the stops.




Here’s where the tour is headed:
  • Cologne, Germany — August 26, at gamescom
  • Tokyo, Japan — September 17, during Tokyo Game Show
  • London, U.K. — September 26
  • Mexico City, Mexico — October 17
  • Sydney, Australia — October 17
  • Toronto, Canada — November 6
  • Seattle, U.S. — More info coming soon!




Ready to join the XBOX FanFest Tour?



Tickets for every stop will be awarded through city-specific sweepstakes, giving fans around the world a chance to be part of the experience.




Visit the XBOX.com FanFest page to enter, explore upcoming stops, and stay up to date on all things FanFest. Wherever you join us, FanFest is about one thing: bringing players together to celebrate the joy of play.




Explore the 25th Anniversary Hub







We will continue to have more ways for fans to celebrate, connect, and play together. Visit the XBOX.com 25th Anniversary hub to stay up-to-date on the latest anniversary updates, exclusive experiences, products, news, and more as we celebrate 25 years of play.

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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546004-celebrating-25-years-of-play-new-community-designs-xbox-updates-fanfest-tour-dates-and-more Beast of Reincarnation hands-on: parry-rich combat and the cutest mutant pup https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546003-beast-of-reincarnation-hands-on-parry-rich-combat-and-the-cutest-mutant-pup Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:00:16 GMT Even from its first full reveal in 2025, Beast of Reincarnation (https://store.playstation.com/concept/10014719) was making all the right noises....

Even from its first full reveal in 2025, Beast of Reincarnation was making all the right noises. Roaring through the crowd of impressive action role-playing games, Game Freak’s trek into a post-apocalyptic Japan blends the mythological with the mechanized into something fresh – helped by a “one woman and her dog saving the world”’ narrative.




But that’s not everything Beast of Reincarnation brings to the PlayStation 5 wilds. After spending a lot of time with the full game ahead of its August 4 release, I experienced a touching story, in-depth game mechanics, intense Souls-like combat, and quite possibly the most adorably blighted giant dog companion anyone could wish for.








A world of mutated mystery



4026 Japan is not a place we would recognize. Plants, birds, beasts, and even humans have been overwhelmingly corrupted by a strange cataclysm called the Blight. Entire Blight forests have spread their poison far and wide, pushing the remnants of humanity into scattered settlements. And chief of all the mutates are the Nushi, powerful and often colossal beings who spread fear and destruction wherever they roam. The cause of all this is said to be the fabled Beast of Reincarnation, which resurrects every 100 years. And so one person is tasked to end this cycle of doom…








Humanity’s last hope



Blighted from birth, Emma is an outcast with no memory of her origins. She’s initially stoic and near emotionless, punished by her colony for her affliction. But her condition also makes her valuable, able to absorb the powers of each defeated Nushi to herself, with the aim of using that power to kill the Beast. Of course, as the game progresses you discover it’s not that simple, but for us as players it makes Emma the perfect character to explore beautiful but sinister forests, the crumbling ruins of civilization, water logged underground bases, and mysterious habitats.




Parry or die



Emma is an incredibly versatile protagonist, feeling light and agile on the DualSense controller. She’s equipped with swift sword swipes via R1 that can be chained into a combo, projectile weapons including bolts and arrows that can offer a tinge of resistance when pulled on an adaptive trigger, a nimble dodge with a tap of the Circle button, and a block and parry using L1. And this is where Souls fans will rejoice – because that parry is the key to survival.








Fighting against early beasts and basic corrupted golems – humans who escaped the Blight by trapping their souls inside a machine – was fun and easy enough but hacking away on R1 won’t get you very far against the smarter, tougher, or larger foes. My first encounter with Chapter One’s tricky boss, a colossal deer-like Nishi, was just a hint of what was to come, its vicious and repeated antler attacks requiring parries to open up a counterattack. Later in the game, mini-bosses and enemies with more complex unblockable assaults required pin-point parries and counters to win. Timing is everything.








Wielding the power of corrupted nature



Thankfully, that’s not everything to Beast of Reincarnation’s layered combat system. Antagonists can be staggered by reducing their relevant meter with multiple attacks and leaving them open to a finisher using R1. I was also able to perform instant kills on grunts by sneaking up on them or taking satisfying headshots with a projectile. While the Square button unleashes Emma’s devastatingly effective Nushi Skills and Blade Arts combos.








But mastering Emma’s Blight abilities is the real game changer. Tapping R2 when a jump point is highlighted in the environment fires out root-like tendrils of her hair to yank Emma to higher areas. Similarly, holding down R2 creates a temporary hair platform that Emma can walk across, and the Cross button raises Emma high into the air with her locks. Using her verticality as a distancing technique was not only valuable in combat, but it meant I could utilize a ‘death from above’ assassination with R1. This levelled the field against multiple enemies who have a cone of vision I could exploit and led to a rewarding victory in a particular fight against a tough pike-wielding golem and his small army.








And then there’s Emma’s best boy by her side…




Genuinely, Koo is the bestest of boys



The large wolf-like Koo is the perfect battle companion, able to be directed to attack enemies, or utilising his powerful Bloom Arts, a turn-based menu style special attack which you select using Triangle. If I was able to time my following button press correctly during the short corresponding mini-game, Koo’s Bloom Arts skills were invaluable, especially as the Fluorescence Points used to unleash them are earned via successful parries. When combined with Emma’s time slowing Entanglement Overdrive after pressing L3 and R3 together, the duo quickly became a formidable force in my hands.








Koo also guides you to objectives with a visual pheromone indicator, barks when he finds something of interest, and even brings back items to Emma. While Koo has his own life bar, he’s hardy and capable, and you can expand his skill slots by increasing Emma’s rapport with him via petting him (creating a pleasing tremble of the DualSense controller haptics), giving him treats, and keeping him clean via a shower available in the Cleanse Walker, Emma’s mobile base.








Food, systems, and skill trees



There’s a lot of hidden depth in Beast of Reincarnation, too. Multiple weapons can be found and enhanced, skill trees for both Emma and Koo meant I was unlocking more abilities as I progressed, different enemy types fought each other on sight making combat even more entertaining, and the presence of the mysterious Violet – who only Emma can see and hear – offered intriguing questions to the narrative.








And that’s not even mentioning the importance of food. Emma and Koo will only naturally heal from their wounds if their hunger gauge isn’t empty. But food also offers bonuses to stats like HP, Attack, and Defense, so they’re not just another resource check. And better yet, Emma’s surrogate little sister Kagura can cook meals from ingredients you find on the field, her culinary skills increasing the more you engage with her, and her meals becoming more expansive and beneficial based on the recipes you bring back. I was even able to raise a chicken for eggs and grow crops on the Cleanse Walker to give Kagura more food options, with different seedlings having various harvest times.








A beastly battle







Emma and Koo’s adventure is a lengthy one, full of intrigue and tender narrative beats to accompany its rousing and challenging combat. So if you’re game for the hunt, you better sharpen your sword skills ahead of Beast of Reincarnation’s PS5 release on August 4.



More...]]> Automated News Feeds PlayStationBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546003-beast-of-reincarnation-hands-on-parry-rich-combat-and-the-cutest-mutant-pup Hard Work Pays off as Shard Squad Comes to XBOX https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546002-hard-work-pays-off-as-shard-squad-comes-to-xbox Fri, 31 Jul 2026 23:00:22 GMT Summary Now available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox on PC. Control adorable monsters in a a bullet heaven roguelite. The Brazilian... Summary

  • Now available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox on PC.
  • Control adorable monsters in a a bullet heaven roguelite.
  • The Brazilian developer’s own words about his first game and realizing a dream.





Produced by Brazilian studio The Root Studios and published by Nuntius Games, Shard Squad is a bullet heaven roguelite featuring charming pixel art visuals, and it finally arrives on XBOX consoles today with Xbox Play Anywhere support after months of anticipation.




Starring an adorable cast of little monsters known as Shards, the game blends action and strategy against increasingly intense enemy hordes without sacrificing on-screen clarity. Players recruit new creatures throughout each run and build powerful synergies, making every playthrough feel like a new discovery.








A Cast that Will Warm your Heart



What truly makes the game special is the care and personality poured into each of its adorable monsters. According to Shard Squad director Rennan Costa, the team wanted to create a world that felt alive and ensure that its more than 20 playable Shards would be seen as more than just gameplay mechanics. Some were even inspired by the developers’ own pets in an effort to share that same emotional bond with players.




“In many games, character choice ends up being based only on which one is the strongest or which ability best matches your playstyle. That’s important, of course, but we wanted there to be a connection beyond the mechanics,” Rennan says.




“That’s why we created a universe where the Shards have relationships with one another. They can be friends, family members, rivals, or simply share important moments in the story. That context gives each character a stronger identity and makes them feel like they truly belong in a living world. In the end, that creates a deeper connection with the player: they don’t choose a character only because they’re powerful, but because they like them, their personality, their design, and the story they carry.”




An adventure Full of Possibilities — Now Even Moreso on XBOX



Shard Squad is packed with content designed to provide many hours of gameplay and memorable moments. With the game’s arrival on XBOX, every monster comes equipped with the Prime Evolution system, allowing them to evolve during a run and unlock an exclusive appearance along with even more powerful techniques to overcome challenges.








You can also choose from more than 90 relics with unique effects that help shape your own playstyle. Experimentation is the key.




As you survive the hordes and evolve your Shards, special events may occur that grant even more rewards. Explore the possibilities and play your way!




If you’re thinking about giving Shard Squad a try and want a tip to get started on the right foot, the studio already knows exactly what you should focus on.




“The main tip is to pay close attention to the synergy system. Each Shard has three synergies based on its element, appearance, or even its relationships with other Shards. Combining Shards that share the same synergy grants unique bonuses that make your squad even stronger!”




A Major Achievement for the Brazilian Developer



Shard Squad’s launch on Xbox is a major milestone for The Root Studios. In Rennan’s words: “The fulfillment of a dream!”




According to Rennan, when he was younger, the idea of having a game published on XBOX felt incredibly distant, and seeing that dream finally become reality is surreal—especially considering that this is the studio’s first released game.








Reaching a new audience also comes with the hope that the emotions the team set out to create will resonate with new players. “I want people to get to know and fall in love with our Shards,” says Rennan. “The process of unlocking them and discovering their designs and stories has captivated many players, and I want XBOX players to experience that same feeling.”. Embark on your story today!




















Shard Squad


Nuntius Games



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$6.29




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Survive an insane army of enemies with a squad of elemental creatures! Recruit new members for your team by defeating the bosses that cross your path, and combine their traits to unlock powerful effects! Unity not only brings strength, it also creates new abilities!

MEET THE SHARDS

Over 20 Shards can join your squad! Experiment and discover which ones will become your favorites!

FORM AN ELEMENTAL SQUAD

Choose Shards of Fire, Electric, Water, Nature, and Crystal! Your squad, your rules! Build the team of your dreams to survive the crisis devastating the world of Mellunia!

COMBINE TRAITS

Each Shard has three distinct traits capable of unlocking powerful abilities and effects! Having more than one creature with the desired trait in your team will increase your squad’s power level!

OVERCOME CHALLENGES

Unique events and powerful bosses will appear to test your squad’s skills! Overcome these challenges to earn special rewards for your survival!











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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546002-hard-work-pays-off-as-shard-squad-comes-to-xbox How a Bucket Full of Pink Cow Dung Became an Item in The Immortal John Triptych https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546001-how-a-bucket-full-of-pink-cow-dung-became-an-item-in-the-immortal-john-triptych Fri, 31 Jul 2026 23:00:22 GMT Summary How an improvised design element snowballed into a strange puzzle. The unexpected chain of reactions that weaved three titles together.... Summary

  • How an improvised design element snowballed into a strange puzzle.
  • The unexpected chain of reactions that weaved three titles together.
  • A look into my design process for The Immortal John Triptych.












OK, It’s summer 2022. I’m making a house interior for my Renaissance-paintings-come-to-life style adventure game, Death of the Reprobate (one of three critically-acclaimed titles in The Immortal John Triptych) and I’ve ended up with more doors than I anticipated.




Fig 1 – Death of the Reprobate, Carpenter’s House (with screaming babies)



These games are made entirely from chopped up Renaissance paintings, so I can’t just remove a door – not without finding a matching piece of blank wall at least. But large areas of blank wall tend not to be the preferred subject matter of many artists.




I don’t want too many ‘corridor’ scenes because they make for annoying backtracking. And I don’t want too many loops because they tend to make navigation confusing. Also, I’m trying to keep this game small (that didn’t work out), so I’m now in urgent need of a dead end.




I have some on-brand garden/courtyard paintings in a folder called ‘village bits’, but I can’t find a way to stitch them together nicely, and they are full of bloody doors anyway, so I eventually give up and move onto something else. Maybe I go and painstakingly cut around every leaf in the silhouette of an attractive tree, or write a joke about frog’s butts, I don’t remember.




Six months later I’m aimlessly browsing museum catalogues again when I stumble across this beauty!




Fig 2 – Andreas Schelfhout, Binnenplaatsje (1820-1830)



But, Joe! 1820-1830?! That’s not a Renaissance painting! Well, yes, I admit I have been using the term ‘Renaissance art’ increasingly loosely, and at this late stage of development I have been forced to cast my net rather wider than initially intended. But look at it! Clear boundaries either side, a nice open floor area, a potentially petable dog! It even has a stable style door similar to the one exiting the previous scene… The gods have truly smiled upon me.




It will need some work though. The woman kind of has her back to us, and she is performing an action I can’t easily animate in a loop, and the boy looks like a dickhead, so let’s get rid of them. And let’s open up that door and pop a background musician in there while we’re at it (every scene in the game has diegetic music).




Fig 3 – Death of the Reprobate courtyard scene in progress



Getting there, but the scene looks a bit empty now. And I didn’t do a great job of patching that gap where the people were, so I need to find something to fill the void. I need something big enough to cover the bad patch job, but ideally something nice and easy to animate. I scroll through my “Use Me” folder and find a man in his wife’s dress, angrily wielding a large stick. It’s funny, but a nightmare to animate. I find a creepily over-sexy Adam and Eve by Hans Baldung. Again, very funny, but it’s too tall to cover the bad patch work. Finally, I move on to my “stuff” folder and stumble across this wonderfully rectangular, mercifully static bull.




Fig 4 – Jacques Raymond Brascassat, Study of a Bull (1850)



Now we have a scene. It’s time to see if we can add some interaction, The Immortal John Triptych is meant to be a game after all. The obvious first step is to see if we can get that pump working. I’ll turn the handle around so we can access it more easily, and try my best to chop some bits of river together into a passable running water animation.








That’ll do! But… Wait a minute… look at the angle the bull is standing at… its butt is… what if I just flipped and tinted that water animation…








Oh dear. I have made myself chuckle. Now I have no option but to write a puzzle involving a bucket full of pink cow excrement. The rest writes itself. Of course I’m going to let you feed the bull. Of course different food will produce different colours of poop. Of course I’m going to let you collect the poop in a bucket and refer to it as a bucket of milkshake and make you feed it to one of those screaming children in the previous room. There is literally nothing I could have done to prevent any this happening. I didn’t want a bucket full of pink BS in my video game. You certainly didn’t. But the artwork has spoken and I’m merely it’s humble conduit.




The Immortal John Triptych, for better or for worse, with my most sincere apologies, will be available on XBOX August 27. Wishlist it now.













The Immortal John Triptych


Akupara Games



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now






The Immortal John Triptych is the ULTIMATE anthology of the Joe Richardson games. Four Last Things, The Procession to Calvary, and Death of the Reprobate are brought together under one glorious sun with never-before-seen deleted scenes, updated language parity across all three titles, an expanded soundtrack by Eduardo Antonello with new original recordings, manual saves for Four Last Things, backflips in The Procession to Calvary, and a button to trigger a superfluous trumpeted fanfare whenever you need to celebrate. Embrace the absurd, the profound, and the sweet soothing aesthetic of the Renaissance in The Immortal John Triptych.

Immortal John is dying. A holy war has ended in chaos. Sin itself demands reckoning. Three interconnected tales unfold across a world built from Renaissance paintings and Classical music, where the ridiculous and the profound collide.

Help locals with their daily tasks, only to find the Devil lurking in the shadows. Chase a tyrant across kingdoms while assisting inept magicians and negotiating with God Almighty. Navigate sin, death, judgement, heaven and hell, all topped with a cherry of gleeful flippancy.

From quiet countryside kindness spiraling into madness, to holy vengeance wrapped in absurdity, to cosmic philosophy delivered with a wink and a nudge, The Immortal John Triptych proves that the most intelligent thing you can do is embrace the utterly ridiculous.











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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546001-how-a-bucket-full-of-pink-cow-dung-became-an-item-in-the-immortal-john-triptych How to Smash, Slash, and Shoot Your Way to Victory in Kusan: City of Wolves https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546000-how-to-smash-slash-and-shoot-your-way-to-victory-in-kusan-city-of-wolves Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:49:26 GMT Hi, I’m Jake Yeom, CEO and Game Designer at CIRCLEfromDOT, a Korean development team working on our first game – the high-octane hardcore top-down...






Hi, I’m Jake Yeom, CEO and Game Designer at CIRCLEfromDOT, a Korean development team working on our first game – the high-octane hardcore top-down shooter, Kusan: City of Wolves.




You play as Jin in Kusan: City of Wolves, an ex-solider turned gun-for-hire living in the heart of a city where the line between predator and prey has already been crossed. This isn’t just another job though, a mysterious girl fitted with a city-grade atomic weapon is linked to a violent conspiracy that threatens to shift the balance of power. As chaos erupts, Jin must cross every line to save the girl, confront his past and the betrayal of a commander he once trusted without question.




One wrong move means death, so you’ll need precision, style, and the right skills to succeed. While I am excited to see how everyone tackles the game, I wanted to share some tips to help get you started as you venture into the neon–soaked streets of Kusan.








Death is Part of the Process



The enemies you’ll face in Kusan: City of Wolves don’t hold back, so don’t be afraid to die! The game is designed around learning through failure, with each death teaching you something new. Stay aggressive, keep experimenting, and don’t be discouraged if you fail. If one approach isn’t working, learn from your last run and try something different!










Experiment with Your Loadout



You’ll encounter many different enemy types, from grunts to bosses, throughout your time in Kusan: City of Wolves and there isn’t always a single ‘correct’ way to deal with them. Thankfully, Jin is equipped with a range of different weapons, including the Quantum Knife, the War Hand, Pistol, Revolver, Shotgun and Crossbow. With plenty of weapons, abilities and upgrades for you to choose from, you can experiment to find those you prefer, and then build a loadout that fits your playstyle. Switching up your arsenal may help you overcome challenges that have previously blocked you from progressing, or help you score the impressive SS rank.




Finding an efficient strategy that matches your playstyle, and refining it through repeated attempts, is one of the most rewarding parts of the game.









Tackling the Techtrix



Early in the game, you will learn about the Techtrix – the system where you are able to upgrade your weapons and abilities, and equip them for loadout. The first skill you pick can make a big difference to your gameplay, so I have a few recommendations depending on your preferred playstyle.
  • Quick Step. This upgrade is ideal for you if you like to play action gamesaggressively, staying mobile and constantly keeping the pressure on your enemies. You’ll be able to navigate combat scenarios faster than before!
  • Auto Recovery. If you prefer a safer approach to combat scenarios, this is the upgrade for you. After throwing your Quantum Knife it will now return to you seconds later, instead of you having to manually pick it back up, helping you keep distance from oncoming enemies.
  • Counterstrike. If you enjoy parrying, the counterstrike upgrade is perfect for you! Your precise timing is rewarded by turning defense into offense – counter at just the right moment and enemy projectiles will be sent back to their source.




Try not to look for a single ‘best’ skill to use while playing!, Choose skills that best compliment the way you want to fight to help suit your style.








Quantum Knife Combos: and Your Own Rhythm



You may not realise it at first, but the Quantum Knife isn’t just a standalone weapon. It can be used at the same time as your other attacks, letting you create combinations that suit your own playstyle.

When watching new players, I usually notice two common approaches. Some naturally combine the War Hand with the Quantum Knife, creating an aggressive close-range fighting style. Others prefer to pair the Quantum Knife with firearms, controlling enemies from a safer distance while keeping constant pressure on them.

Either approach is ‘correct’! I suggest you try both, discover what feels most natural to you, and build your own combat rhythm.

Once you’re comfortable, challenge yourself to combine all three attack options—the Quantum Knife, your firearm, and the War Hand—into a single flow. Mastering these combinations, together with stylish play bonuses, is one of the keys to earning the coveted SS Rank.








I hope these tips will help you feel more confident on your first playthrough. While your first run might not see you achieve the highest score, you can replay levels at any time to keep aiming for the highly sought after SS rank.

After eight years of development, this is the first game our team has brought into this world, and we are really excited to see how each and every one of you experience it. We have poured our passion, dedication, and countless hours into every part of this project.




Kusan: City of Wolves launches today on Xbox Series X|S and we hope you enjoy your time in the streets of Kusan and experience the action, characters, and story we worked so hard to create.




















Kusan: City of Wolves


PQube Limited



☆☆☆☆☆
5



★★★★★





$14.99




Get it now









Welcome to Kusan: City of Wolves, a brutal top-down shooter set in a neon-drenched urban jungle consumed by violence and corruption.

Kusan delivers hardcore action where one mistake means death. Master gunplay, perfect your movement, survive the streets and combat arenas ruled by furious kingpins that demand speed, precision and flawless execution. Every moment of action is intensified by Korean hip-hop heavyweight Loptimist’s adrenaline-fuelled soundtrack drenched with head-bopping loops and deep 808s pushing you forward without mercy.

You play as Jin, a skilled ex-soldier turned gun-for-hire, living in the heart of a city where the line between predator and prey has already been crossed. This isn’t just another job though, a mysterious girl with immense but uncontrollable power is linked to a violent conspiracy that threatens to shift the balance of power. As chaos erupts, Jin must save the girl, confront his past and the betrayal of a commander he once trusted without question.

Everyone in Kusan wants something and nobody plays fair.

For Jin, there is only one way forward: flawless planning, ruthless execution and saving the girl from criminals while relying only on his wit and unrelenting will to survive the battlefield.

With the whole city at stake, Jin knows it is time to not only clean-house but restore balance.

Dive into Kusan: City of Wolves and descend into a city on the edge. It's more than just a fight, you are the last line between order and oblivion.











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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3546000-how-to-smash-slash-and-shoot-your-way-to-victory-in-kusan-city-of-wolves How Real Houseplant Horticulture Inspired Leafy Corner https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3545999-how-real-houseplant-horticulture-inspired-leafy-corner Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:00:10 GMT Summary Out now on XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, and XBOX on PC. A story of how Leafy Corner... Summary

  • Out now on XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, and XBOX on PC.
  • A story of how Leafy Corner was inspired by real-life houseplants.
  • Details of some of the features and how they relate to real-life horticulture.





There’s something magical about watching a plant grow. The slow unfurling of a new leaf over days and weeks. My partner and I are a husband-and-wife development team behind Leafy Corner, and our apartment is overflowing with alocasias, monsteras, and many other houseplants. They’re not just decorations; they’re our daily inspiration.











I’m thrilled to announce that Leafy Corner is out now on XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, and XBOX on PC, and today, I want to share how real-life houseplants shaped every part of this cozy shop management game.




From our Apartment to Your Screen



I’ve spent hours watching how plants in my private collection grow, and there is nothing better than the sheer joy of spotting the first tiny sprout.




This attention to real houseplant behavior became the foundation of Leafy Corner. Plants in the game grow over time, unfolding leaf by leaf as time passes. I wanted that same rewarding feeling you get when you see your real-life houseplant thrive.




Moreover, growth speed is affected by whether a plant is overwatered or underwatered, or if it’s in a pot that is too small for its current size. It’s a simple but satisfying system that mirrors the real-world care plants need.








Every Plant is Different



If you’ve ever owned houseplants, you know that each one has its own personality. A succulent thrives on neglect, while a fern wants constant attention. In real life, overwatering is one of the most common ways new plant parents accidentally harm their green friends. Succulents, in particular, store water in their leaves and are highly prone to root rot if they’re watered too frequently.




We brought this variety into Leafy Corner, and in the result each plant type in the game has its own watering needs. Succulents and cacti need less water and are more sensitive to overwatering. Other plants, like ferns and calatheas, prefer more consistent moisture.








Helping Customers



Ask any plant shop owner, and they’ll tell you that choosing a plant isn’t only about looks. That’s why customers in Leafy Corner come with specific, realistic requests.




A customer might walk in and ask for a pet-safe plant because their cat is constantly nibbling on leaves. Someone else might want a plant that’s low-maintenance for their office desk. You’ll need to know your stock to match each customer with the right plant. Thankfully, you can always check the attributes of each plant in the Compendium to learn more about them.








Discovering Variegations



If you’re a plant enthusiast, you know the rush of finding a rare variegated plant. Those splashes of white, cream, or pink on leaves are natural mutations, and collectors go crazy for them. I wanted to capture that excitement in Leafy Corner. As you fill your shop with plants, you can randomly discover plant variegations, and then propagate them in order to have more. It’s a small detail, but it’s one I know plant lovers will appreciate.








Build Your Cozy Shop



Beyond the plants themselves, Leafy Corner is about creating a space that feels like your own. You can decorate your shop with unlockable furniture, shelves, and plant pots, mixing colors and styles to reflect your personal taste. It’s your cozy corner, and we want you to make it shine.




We poured our love for plants into every aspect of Leafy Corner. From the leaf-by-leaf growth animations to the thrill of discovering a rare variegation. We can’t wait for you to create your own plant shops on XBOX starting today.




















Leafy Corner


Fireline Games



☆☆☆☆☆
6



★★★★★





$9.99




Get it now









Run the plant shop of your dreams in Leafy Corner, a cozy shop management game where you grow, sell, and care for real-life houseplants!

Step into the role of a plant shop owner. Grow plants, serve your customers, and create a warm, inviting space filled with greenery and charm.

Watch your plants grow over time, unfolding leaf by leaf as you care for them.

Not everyone knows what they’re looking for. Sometimes customers bring unusual or tricky requests. Finding just the right plant to fit their needs adds a fun challenge.

Decorate your shop with a variety of unlockable items, from shelves to plant pots. Pick colors that fit your mood and create a space that reflects your unique style.

KEY FEATURES
– Grow, care for, and sell 100+ unique plants.
– Discover plant variegations.
– Build and decorate your shop with a variety of pots, furniture, and decoration options.
– Fulfill orders and help customers.
– Complete tasks to progress your shop.
– Increase your shop’s reputation to unlock new content.
– Customize your character.

What Leafy Corner does NOT offer:
– Hardcore management (deep economy, hiring staff)
– Advanced plant care
– Storyline











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If you’ve played Reforj before, now is the perfect time to jump back in. And if you’ve been waiting for a reason to join the playtest, this update is the biggest transformation the game has seen yet.











Meet the Rixel



At first glance, a Rixel might look familiar. Much like pixels are the building blocks of traditional digital art, Rixels are the building blocks of Reforj’s new visual identity—but they’re capable of much more. Traditional pixel art relies entirely on square shapes. Rixels can currently take on up to 23 unique shapes, with each shape supporting its own material properties such as metallic levels, roughness, and more. The result is a world that feels sharper, cleaner, and far more expressive while retaining the charm and readability that players love.




The idea emerged from a challenge many voxel-style games face: creating crisp, geometric artwork without sacrificing visual clarity. The previous faceted art style often struggled with diagonal lines and fine details, which could appear fuzzy or inconsistent. To solve that problem, the team experimented with multiple approaches. By combining vector-inspired techniques with custom geometric block shapes, the programmers developed a solution that immediately stood out—not just as a technical improvement, but as the foundation of an entirely new artistic direction.




And so, the Rixel was born.











A New Look for Reforj



While Rixels began as a technical solution, they quickly became the foundation for a completely new artistic vision for Reforj. From environmental textures to mobs and characters, every corner of the game has been touched by this new technology. Whether you’re exploring familiar locations or seeing Reforj for the first time, the difference is immediately noticeable.




Smaller Files, Bigger Possibilities



The benefits of Rixels extend far beyond aesthetics. Under the previous system, a single texture could require a 512×512 image, consuming approximately 4MB of storage. Thanks to Rixels, that same texture can now be represented in roughly 72KB. That’s a 98.2% reduction in storage requirements.




Why does that matter?




By dramatically reducing texture storage costs, Rixels unlock new possibilities for the future of Reforj. The team now has greater flexibility to create more content, experiment with new materials, and explore ideas that simply weren’t practical before. For players, that means a stronger foundation for future updates and continued innovation as development progresses.




Get the Latest Build



Join the preview in the XBOX Insider Hub to play today and discover the world of Reforj.
  • Sign-in on your XBOX Series X|S console and launch the XBOX Insider Hub app (or install the XBOX Insider Hub from the Store first if necessary)
  • Navigate to Previews > Reforj
  • Select Join
  • Wait for registration to complete. You’ll then be redirected to the Store, where you can install Reforj Pre-Alpha.




NOTE: Please reboot your console after completing the enrollment process to ensure you receive the latest preview build.




NOTE: This playtest is only available on XBOX Series X|S consoles.




Join the Reforj Community



Want to connect with other players, share your creations, discuss the latest updates, and get the latest news from the development team? Join the Reforj community on the Reforj Discord and be part of the conversation as the game continues to evolve.




We Want Your Feedback



This update represents months of experimentation, iteration, and collaboration across the art and engineering teams. Now it’s time for players to experience it firsthand. Whether you’re a returning player eager to see what’s changed or a newcomer curious about the future of Reforj, we invite you to jump in and explore the game with fresh eyes.




If you encounter bugs, performance issues, visual glitches, or have thoughts about your experience, please submit feedback directly from your XBOX console:
  • Hold down the XBOX button on your controller.
  • Select Report a problem.
  • Select the Games category and Reforj Pre-Alpha subcategory.
  • Fill out the report with as much detail as possible to help our team investigate.




Every report helps us identify issues, prioritize improvements, and make Reforj a better experience for everyone.




Other Resources:





For more information: follow us on X/Twitter at @XBOXInsider and this blog for announcements and more. And feel free to interact with the community on the XBOX Insider SubReddit.

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More...]]> Automated News Feeds XboxBot https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3545996-the-elder-scrolls-online-celebrate-bethesdas-40th-with-a-free-reward-and-sale Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 3 to 7 https://totalgamingnetwork.com/feeds/3545995-next-week-on-xbox-new-games-for-august-3-to-7 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:00:16 GMT Welcome to Next Week on XBOX! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, XBOX on PC, and Game Pass! Get... Welcome to Next Week on XBOX! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, XBOX on PC, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change). Let’s jump in!








Beast of Reincarnation – August 3
Game Pass / Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Set in a post-apocalyptic Japan, humanity’s only hope lies with Emma, an outcast shunned from society for her affliction, and Koo, the blighted dog. Together, they embark on this expansive adventure in this one-person, one-dog action RPG. Experience a journey where you feel moments of loneliness, and also the reliability and comfort of your companion. Savor a world of impermanence, where forests suddenly burst forth amidst the wasteland. As Emma and Koo travel through this beautiful yet harsh world, their bond and abilities blossom.




Pre-order Beast of Reincarnation and receive a Brown Shiba Skin for Koo plus 30,000 Amber (in-game currency)!




















Beast of Reincarnation


Fictions



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now









Set in a post-apocalyptic Japan, humanity's only hope lies with Emma, an outcast shunned from society for her affliction, and Koo, the blighted dog. Together, they embark on this expansive adventure in this one-person, one-dog action RPG.

Experience a journey where you feel moments of loneliness, and also the reliability and comfort of your companion. Savor a world of impermanence, where forests suddenly burst forth amidst the wasteland. As Emma and Koo travel through this beautiful yet harsh world, their bond and abilities blossom.

Customize your playstyle with unique skill trees, gear, and spirit stones to survive this beautiful yet brutal world. Define your own playstyle through your preferred loadout, including ranged, stealthy, and aggressive combat.

In this world ravaged by blight…what will you find at the end of your journey?

Emma and Koo’s Synergy
Emma and Koo create a revolutionary action RPG experience. Fight as a unit with the protagonist, Emma’s sword abilities while giving Koo commands to unleash various techniques, just like in a turn-based RPG.

Japan: Year 4026
Travel through a beautiful yet harsh post-apocalyptic world. Experience the ever-changing scenery, in the blighted forest, and the Bosses that rule this world. Emma and Koo, who met in the far east, are tasked with battling Bosses from all over the world and capturing their powers in order to defeat the Beast of Reincarnation.

A Story Filled With Secrets
Dive into a brutal narrative where every character hides a dangerous truth. Uncover the intertwined fates of Emma and Koo in this profound story.



















Kynseed – August 4
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




A beautiful life sim sandbox RPG from veterans of the Fable series. Embark on a lifetime of adventure in a beautiful world of creativity and intrigue. Raise a family, customise your farm, run a business, craft items, and battle monsters! Your actions and decisions matter in our adventurous story filled with purpose and promise. Lend a helping hand to villagers in need and discover the unique blend of creativity and choice that sets Kynseed apart. Come and join us – your legacy awaits!













Kynseed


PixelCount Studios Ltd



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now






A beautiful life sim sandbox RPG from veterans of the Fable series.

Embark on a lifetime of adventure in a beautiful world of creativity and intrigue. Raise a family, customise your farm, run a business, craft items, and battle monsters!

Your actions and decisions matter in our adventurous story filled with purpose and promise. Lend a helping hand to villagers in need and discover the unique blend of creativity and choice that sets Kynseed apart. Come and join us – your legacy awaits!

• Story-driven RPG set in beautiful regions, where you’ll battle dark faery tale creatures.
• Customise your farm and farmhouse using Kynseed's customisation mode with hundreds of items and limitless design possibilities.
• Take on the role of shopkeeper and run your own blacksmith, potion shop, tavern, or bustling goods store.
• Develop relationships with villagers who will remember your deeds, actions, and pranks!
• Combat the evil Hob army as they construct powerful totems and cause the destruction of crops and buildings.
• Rebuild broken houses and buildings for your neighbours and new NPCs.
• Gather materials to create items, forge weapons or mix cures for bizarre maladies.
• Buy strange artifacts from the mysterious Mr. Fairweather — items that ease your chores, boost your combat skills, or simply let you bend the rules of the world. But beware his life tax: each one costs years from your life.
• A world where everyone ages – raise a family then step into your children's shoes and continue your legacy.

In Kynseed, live your life the way you choose in a lovingly handcrafted 2D open world.


















Detective Holmes: Hidden Objects – August 3
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere




Get ready to dive into the thrilling new adventures of the legendary Sherlock Holmes! If you’re a fan of detective stories, mystery, unexpected plot twists, and clever puzzles, this game is made for you. Join Holmes and his trusted friend, Doctor Watson, as they take on a brand new investigation filled with secrets, suspense, and surprises lurking in every scene.




















Detective Holmes: Hidden Objects


Crisp App Studio



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






$11.99

$9.59




Pre-order









Hello, fans of hidden object detective games!

Get ready to dive into the thrilling new adventures of the legendary Sherlock Holmes!

If you're a fan of detective stories, mystery, unexpected plot twists, and clever puzzles, this game is made for you. Join Holmes and his trusted friend, Doctor Watson, as they take on a brand new investigation filled with secrets, suspense, and surprises lurking in every scene.

Inspired by the world of Arthur Conan Doyle, this hidden object game challenges you to test your powers of observation. Search for carefully hidden clues in beautifully detailed environments from dark streets to warm, old-fashioned rooms. Every object you find could bring you one step closer to cracking the case. Remember, even the smallest detail might be the key to unraveling the mystery.

The game features realistic, richly detailed scenes brought to life with your favorite classic characters. You can enjoy a variety of gameplay modes, including hidden object searches, spot-the-difference challenges, matching pairs, and more. Many of the hidden objects are genuine antiques, making it a treat for vintage lovers. It’s a relaxing way to train your brain while immersing yourself in a timeless detective adventure. With intuitive, easy-to-use controls, the game is perfect for both casual players and puzzle enthusiasts alike.

Step into the shoes of a true detective and help Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson solve their latest case. Adventure awaits!


















Space Tail: Definitive Edition – August 3
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Every journey shifts the perspective – it grows with the traveler. Our game tells a story about self-exploration, transformation and understanding of the world around us. The game’s story is inspired by real events from the early days of space exploration, when animals were the first to venture beyond Earth. Many of them never returned. This game is a tribute to those early pioneers, told through the story of Bea – a dog who, in our story, beats the odds and finds her own path among the stars.













Space Tail: Definitive Edition


Bohemia Interactive a.s.



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






Get it now






Every journey shifts the perspective – it grows with the traveler. Our game tells a story about self-exploration, transformation and understanding of the world around us.

The game's story is inspired by real events from the early days of space exploration, when animals were the first to venture beyond Earth. Many of them never returned. This game is a tribute to those early pioneers, told through the story of Bea – a dog who, in our story, beats the odds and finds her own path among the stars.

Bea is a cheerful and brave companion-but at heart, she’s still just a dog. She barks, wags her tail, and discovers the world through her senses. Her instincts are key to gameplay: sniffing, listening, and observing form the core of a detective mode that helps her explore and make sense of her surroundings.


















Fading Clouds – August 4
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Embark on a peaceful journey through the skies in Fading Clouds, a charming puzzle adventure where every step transforms the path ahead. Carefully plan your moves, cross clouds that vanish beneath your feet, and discover the perfect route to reach the star waiting at the end of every challenge.













Fading Clouds (Xbox Series)


Afil Games



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






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Embark on a peaceful journey through the skies in Fading Clouds, a charming puzzle adventure where every step transforms the path ahead. Carefully plan your moves, cross clouds that vanish beneath your feet, and discover the perfect route to reach the star waiting at the end of every challenge.

Explore 30 carefully crafted levels where new cloud types and clever mechanics make every puzzle feel fresh and rewarding. Restore clouds at the right moment, adapt your strategy, and discover creative solutions as the difficulty gently grows with each stage.

With beautiful pixel art, a relaxing atmosphere, and thoughtful puzzles that encourage careful planning without pressure, Fading Clouds is perfect for players who love to think, experiment, and celebrate every clever solution.

Plan your route, rebuild the clouds, and prove that every great journey begins with a single step.


















Five Hearts Under One Roof – August 5
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere




Five Hearts Under One Roof is a first-person interactive FMV romance game where every choice shapes your relationships and story outcome. You play as Yuman, a man who has spent most of his life alone. Everything changes when five very different women suddenly begin living under the same roof. Through conversations, choices, and unexpected moments, you will build relationships, uncover hidden stories, and decide who will ultimately win your heart.




















Five Hearts Under One Roof


StoryTaco.inc



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






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Five Hearts Under One Roof is a first-person interactive FMV romance game where every choice shapes your relationships and story outcome.

You play as Yuman, a man who has spent most of his life alone. Everything changes when five very different women suddenly begin living under the same roof. Through conversations, choices, and unexpected moments, you will build relationships, uncover hidden stories, and decide who will ultimately win your heart.

Will your longtime childhood friend become something more?
Will your first love return to your life?
Or will an unexpected romance change everything?

Every decision leads to different story branches, romantic moments, and multiple endings.

[Meet the Heroines]
* Mal-sook Go

Your childhood friend of 20 years.
Warm, caring, and always by your side — but hiding feelings she can no longer ignore.

* Min-jung Park

Your first love and a former idol singer.
A familiar face returns with emotions that never truly disappeared.

* Gran Dong

Your demanding boss with a playful and provocative personality.
Confident, unpredictable, and impossible to ignore.

* Eun-bi Go

A bold and energetic younger girl who suddenly appears in your life.
Straightforward, fearless, and determined to win your heart.

* Seung-yi Jo

A shy recluse who slowly opens up to you.
Quiet, mysterious, and deeply emotional beneath the surface.

[Key Features]
Interactive First-Person FMV Experience

Experience the entire story through the protagonist’s perspective in a fully immersive live-action romance adventure.

Branching Storylines and Multiple Endings

Your choices shape relationships, unlock hidden scenes, and lead to different endings and epilogues.

Five Unique Romance Routes

Each heroine features her own personality, emotional storyline, and memorable romantic journey.

High-Quality Live-Action Performances

Enjoy realistic acting performances and cinematic visuals that bring every relationship and emotional moment to life.

Replayable Narrative Experience

Discover new scenes, alternative routes, bonus videos, and hidden outcomes through multiple playthroughs.


















Mate’Morphosis – August 5
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere




Strategize and conquer in a brainteasing twist on a tabletop gaming classic! Mate’Morphosis is a chess-inspired puzzle game built around the concept of becoming the pieces that you capture. Outsmart each board, adapt to evolving mechanics and hunt down the rival king across every stage! Instead of commanding multiple pieces, you’ll need to navigate the board with a single player piece that transforms into the type of piece you’ve just defeated.




















Mate'Morphosis


Eastasiasoft Limited



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






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Solve puzzles by becoming the pieces you defeat in a strategic and brainteasing twist on classic chess!

Strategize and conquer in a brainteasing twist on a tabletop gaming classic! Mate’Morphosis is a chess-inspired puzzle game built around the concept of becoming the pieces that you capture. Outsmart each board, adapt to evolving mechanics and hunt down the rival king across every stage! Instead of commanding multiple pieces, you’ll need to navigate the board with a single player piece that transforms into the type of piece you’ve just defeated.

Step up from pawn to knight, bishop or rook in order to take out the queen and finally gain the freedom of movement necessary to checkmate the king. Your route evolves with every move. Learn as you go, even if you’re not a master at classic chess! Enjoy retro 2D pixel art presentation and tight hand-crafted challenges with quick restarts, fast strategic pacing and a gradual climb in difficulty across dozens of unique stages!


















Aery – Surreal World – August 6
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Aery – Surreal World is a relaxing, story-driven flight exploration game that carries you through a series of impossible, dreamlike worlds where reality has quietly lost its mind. You play as a tiny spirit drifting endlessly forward through landscapes that shouldn’t exist. Glide alongside an enormous dirty whale as it tumbles weightlessly through a sky laced with glittering rainbows — close enough to see the barnacles and grime clinging to its hide as streaks of violet and gold light wash over it. Descend into a sunken apartment block resting silently on the ocean floor, where coral has crept up the wallpaper, fish drift through the living room, and the television still flickers faintly in the deep blue dark. Soar through a vast kingdom where every tree, every cloud, and every cobblestone has been consumed by solid, gleaming gold — beautiful, eerie, and utterly silent.













Aery – Surreal World


EpiXR Games



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★





$9.99




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Aery – Surreal World is a relaxing, story-driven flight exploration game that carries you through a series of impossible, dreamlike worlds where reality has quietly lost its mind.

You play as a tiny spirit drifting endlessly forward through landscapes that shouldn't exist. Glide alongside an enormous dirty whale as it tumbles weightlessly through a sky laced with glittering rainbows — close enough to see the barnacles and grime clinging to its hide as streaks of violet and gold light wash over it. Descend into a sunken apartment block resting silently on the ocean floor, where coral has crept up the wallpaper, fish drift through the living room, and the television still flickers faintly in the deep blue dark. Soar through a vast kingdom where every tree, every cloud, and every cobblestone has been consumed by solid, gleaming gold — beautiful, eerie, and utterly silent.

Each world is its own self-contained dream: a unique color palette, atmosphere, and mood that tells a different piece of a larger, quietly unfolding story. Hidden across every level are glowing memory fragments — scattered clues to what this broken universe once was. Collect enough of them and the next impossible world opens up.

Aery – Surreal World is designed above all else to feel good. The flying is smooth and freeing, the worlds are strange and beautiful, and the story unfolds gently without ever demanding anything of you. Whether you play to explore, to collect, or simply to get lost somewhere wonderfully weird, there is always something waiting just around the next impossible corner.


















Herd Dispatch – August 6
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Get ready for a cozy and adorable adventure in Herd Dispatch, a charming puzzle game where every little sheep is counting on you to find its way home. Watch carefully, think quickly, and switch the paths at just the right moment to guide each sheep safely to the pen that matches its color.













Herd Dispatch (Xbox Series)


Afil Games



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






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Get ready for a cozy and adorable adventure in Herd Dispatch, a charming puzzle game where every little sheep is counting on you to find its way home. Watch carefully, think quickly, and switch the paths at just the right moment to guide each sheep safely to the pen that matches its color.

Explore 30 carefully handcrafted levels across 3 delightful rural biomes, where every new stage puts your logic, planning, and attention to the test. As the challenges grow, you'll need to anticipate each sheep's movement and create the perfect connections before they wander down the wrong path.

With charming pixel art, a warm atmosphere, and mechanics that are easy to learn yet surprisingly clever, Herd Dispatch delivers a relaxing and rewarding experience for anyone who loves creative puzzles and casual challenges.

Switch the paths, guide the flock, and prove that no little sheep will ever get lost under your watch!


















Montabi – August 6
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere




A Creature-Collector Roguelike Deckbuilding Game. Assemble your team of Montabi to outsmart the bad guys and save the city! If you’re going to be the big hero and save the city, you’ve gotta get some Montabi! Each Montabi has a unique set of skills, giving you endless combinations for team synergies. Collect equipment and charms and utilize them to chart the path to victory!




















Montabi


Akupara Games



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★





$19.99




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A Creature-Collector Roguelike Deckbuilding Game.

Assemble your team of Montabi to outsmart the bad guys and save the city!

If you're going to be the big hero and save the city, you've gotta get some Montabi! Each Montabi has a unique set of skills, giving you endless combinations for team synergies. Collect equipment and charms and utilize them to chart the path to victory!

Train your Montabi to grow stronger, unlocking new moves to enhance your team's strategy. As they level up, your Montabi evolve into more powerful forms, gaining new card abilities and expanding your tactical options. If you work together, there's nothing you and your Montabi can't achieve!

Deploy your best strategies to beat up the bad guys in a unique 3×3 grid-based system. With every Montabi's unique abilities, you'll have endless options to outthink the competition and win the day. Just make sure you rest up at a cafe every now and then to recover those hit points!

Select from diverse trainers, each with a unique playstyle. Do you wanna put your team in the perfect position, get right up in their faces and duke it out, or buff up your Montabi with a hearty meal? When the city's at stake, everyone pitches in! Just make sure to stay safe! Like the king in chess, if your trainer is defeated, the game ends.


















Sokogem – August 6
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Sokogem is a minimalist puzzle game that challenges your logic through precise, thoughtful movement. Slide your character across each level, pushing gems until they hit the treasure chests. Fill every chest with the exact number of gems to unlock the exit and progress to the next challenge.













Sokogem


Misc.261



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






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Sokogem is a minimalist puzzle game that challenges your logic through precise, thoughtful movement. Slide your character across each level, pushing gems until they hit the treasure chests. Fill every chest with the exact number of gems to unlock the exit and progress to the next challenge.


















Vengeance of Mr. Peppermint – August 6
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery




Vengeance of Mr. Peppermint is a hardcore, side-scrolling beat-’em-up inspired by classic Korean crime dramas. As Mr. Peppermint, a hard-boiled detective driven to the extreme, find out who gives orders at the top of the crime ladder, and enact brutal, bloody vengeance. Countless criminals infest a seedy underbelly, with a sinister cult poisoning the guts of this corpse of a city. Destroy anyone in Peppermint’s way with anything he can get his hands on. Wade through mountains of corpses, wipe blood off the edges of Peppermint’s suit, and beware that this detective might be his own worst enemy.













Vengeance of Mr. Peppermint


indie.io



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






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Vengeance of Mr. Peppermint is a hardcore, side-scrolling beat-'em-up inspired by classic Korean crime dramas. As Mr. Peppermint, a hard-boiled detective driven to the extreme, find out who gives orders at the top of the crime ladder, and enact brutal, bloody vengeance. Countless criminals infest a seedy underbelly, with a sinister cult poisoning the guts of this corpse of a city. Destroy anyone in Peppermint’s way with anything he can get his hands on. Wade through mountains of corpses, wipe blood off the edges of Peppermint's suit, and beware that this detective might be his own worst enemy. Long ago, a serial killer kidnapped two siblings, a brother and a sister. The boy miraculously managed to escape, but the girl was not so lucky… Twenty years later, the boy, now a man, has become a detective just like his father, believing that law and order are the foundation of society. Yet, his grief and pain have driven him to the brink of madness, peering into the abyss of rage. Now, with red-hot clarity, he must punish the murderer responsible for his sister's death, no matter how many people stand in his path.Peppermint's obsession with revenge transforms him into a killing machine. Use incredibly precise controls to choreograph combos and carry out brutal fatalities. Improvise weapons in the environment and pummel enemies into a fine red mist like hooks, meat processors, or ovens…anything can bring a goon's criminal career to a brutally spectacular end.A rampage of revenge can take its toll on Mr. Peppermint. The crueler his actions, the more twisted the story unfolds and his psyche crumbles. Paradoxes and inconsistencies appear. Unanswered questions manifest. As this once dedicated detective spirals out of control, question who is really the serial killer…


















Yellowcreek Stories – The Cabin Watcher – August 6
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere




A stormy night. A remote mountain cabin. Someone is watching you. A masked killer stalks the area and reacts to sound, light, and movement. No combat. No second chances. Survival is about staying unseen, keeping calm, and making the right call under pressure. The killer actively searches based on your behavior, turning every encounter into a tense mind game.




















Yellowcreek Stories – The Cabin Watcher


JanduSoft



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






$10.49

$8.39




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A stormy night. A remote mountain cabin.
Someone is watching you.

A masked killer stalks the area and reacts to sound, light, and movement.
No combat. No second chances. Survival is about staying unseen, keeping calm, and making the right call under pressure.

Survive by mastering

– Noise: every action matters — loud mistakes draw attention
– Light: your flashlight can save you… or expose you
– Movement: sprinting is risky; careful steps keep you alive
– Hiding: when you’re spotted, you’re already behind

The killer actively searches based on your behavior, turning every encounter into a tense mind game.

Features

– First-person stealth slasher inspired by classic 80s horror
– Stealth built around sound, light, and movement
– Reactive enemy behavior and search patterns
– Minimal HUD with real-time noise/visibility feedback
– Interactive cinematic moments


















INK ENIGMA 2: Hidden Object Challenges – August 7
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere




The classic joy of hidden object puzzles, perfected. INK ENIGMA 2: Hidden Object Challenges brings back the satisfying gameplay of the original, now completely upgraded with silky-smooth controls and beautifully detailed black-and-white illustrations.




















INK ENIGMA 2: Hidden Object Challenges


AVGAM



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






$5.99

$5.39




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The classic joy of hidden object puzzles, perfected. INK ENIGMA 2: Hidden Object Challenges brings back the satisfying gameplay of the original, now completely upgraded with silky-smooth controls and beautifully detailed black-and-white illustrations.

Take a deep breath, observe the intricate sketches, and start your hunt. Move around the canvas and zoom in on the finest details with our newly improved, incredibly fluid camera controls. When you spot a cleverly hidden item, experience the simple, tactile satisfaction of drawing a circle around it to mark your discovery. With 40 brand-new levels, this is the perfect cozy puzzle game to unwind with after a long day.
Expect 1 to 2 hours of stress-free, pure observational gameplay.


















John Fox – August 7
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere




John Fox is an elite warrior and super soldier who saved the leaders of various States. He was a professional mercenary who retired with honor. One day after getting out of the subway, John’s pet, Milo is killed by a toad. John Fox rushes in pursuit of the harmful toad and encounters an army of clone frogs, which flooded the entire city. If the big toad manages to defeat John Fox, the world will be doomed to misery and chaos.




















John Fox


Ratalaika Games S.L.



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






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John Fox is an elite warrior and super soldier who saved the leaders of various States. He was a professional mercenary who retired with honor.

One day after getting out of the subway, John's pet, Milo is killed by a toad. John Fox rushes in pursuit of the harmful toad and encounters an army of clone frogs, which flooded the entire city.

If the big toad manages to defeat John Fox, the world will be doomed to misery and chaos.

Features:
* Survival mode
* Variety of terrains and scenarios
* 2D pixel beat 'em up
* Boss battles
* Thrilling music














Limbot – August 7
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere




Welcome to Limbot, the ultimate physics-based city stomping experience where up to 4 players must attempt to pilot a person dressed as a giant cardboard robot! Embrace the chaos in a paper-craft metropolis designed to be crushed, smashed, and destroyed! Stomp, kick, and punch your way to completing wacky objectives set in a fully destructible cardboard world, where every building, obstacle, and enemy can be bashed to pieces or flattened into pulp! Smash down skyscrapers, face-off against paper foes, and take down the biggest (and silliest) crafted bosses this world has ever seen…




















Limbot


Ionized Studios Limited



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






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Welcome to Limbot, the ultimate physics-based city stomping experience where up to 4 players must attempt to pilot a person dressed as a giant cardboard robot! Embrace the chaos in a paper-craft metropolis designed to be crushed, smashed, and destroyed!

Stomp, kick, and punch your way to completing wacky objectives set in a fully destructible cardboard world, where every building, obstacle, and enemy can be bashed to pieces or flattened into pulp! Smash down skyscrapers, face-off against paper foes, and take down the biggest (and silliest) crafted bosses this world has ever seen…

Go full DIY and unlock upgrades to customise your robot such as strapping a soda can to your leg for a handy speed boost, wooden spoons to give your Karate chops some added range, or slap on some stickers to add some extra style. Mix and match upgrades to make your perfect robot!

Intuitive controls make moving limbs simple and accessible to players of all ages and abilities. All you need to do is figure out how to work together… good luck with that! Oh, one more thing, if the robot trips, it's definitely your teammate’s fault!


















The Relic: First Guardian – August 7
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S




Transformed into an apocalyptic landscape by the destruction of the great relic, the once-prosperous Arsilthus lies in ruins. But through the silence we began to hear breaths that have not yet faded, faint whispers carried on the wind: promises, waiting, fear, and love. These forgotten voices are Relics; fragments imbued with the emotions and wishes of those who lived before. It rests with you to find and use these powerful Relics, to honour their memories and lead the world back to prosperity. You are the last hope for Arsilthus.













The Relic: First Guardian


Perp Games



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






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Created by a small and passionate core team of a dozen people, Project Cloud Games has created a fresh new take on combat, with a heavy emphasis on balancing action and vulnerability, their unique, dark, and gritty spin on classic Korean stories has been in the making for six years.

"It has a unique art style and combat that looks spectacular" – Dualshockers

"The Witcher Meets Dark Souls in Gorgeous 2026 Action-RPG" – Gaming Bible

“Stylish combat, tragic bosses, and a world inspired by Asian folklore combine to make The Relic: First Guardian one of the most exciting upcoming action RPGs” – PC GAMER

Transformed into an apocalyptic wasteland by the destruction of the great relic, the once-prosperous realm of Arsilthus lies in ruins. Set in a dark and haunting atmosphere enriched by the rich tapestry of Korean folklore and ancient mythology, this shattered land echoes with faint whispers lingering on the wind – promises, fear, and love. These forgotten voices endure as Relics: powerful fragments imbued with the emotions and final wishes of those who came before.
As the last hope for Arsilthus, it falls upon you to gather these ancient fragments, honour their memories, and lead the world back from the brink of extinction.

Fast Paced Brutal Combat
The Relic approaches combat differently – delivering freedom in attack, intensity in survival. Unleash an unstoppable onslaught with attacks that cost zero resources, allowing you to strike continuously with relentless creativity and consistency. Your stamina gauge is reserved strictly for high-stakes defence like dodging and blocking, while high-power magic operates on cooldowns and a dedicated meter. Attack without limits, defend with absolute precision.

Explore a Shattered, Semi-Open World
Traverse a vast, interconnected realm filled with forgotten ruins, hidden dungeons, and atmospheric landscapes. The world of Arsilthus rewards curious Guardians who venture off the beaten path with ancient artifacts, secret encounters, and pieces of lost lore buried deep within its ruined regions.

Confront Up to 80 Tragic Bosses
Step into battle against up to 80 mythic encounters – each a dark, standalone folktale brought to life, bound to a tragic lore that can only be laid to rest through ultimate victory. Adapt or perish: no two legends fight alike, and a strategy that slays one nightmare offers no guarantee of surviving the next.

Weapons Woven with Narrative
Command five distinct weapon masteries: Sword & Shield, Battle Staff, Daggers, Two-Handed Weapons, or the Longsword. Without a single duplicate weapon to be found – every single item is a bespoke, one-of-a-kind creation with its own tragic history. Discovering a new blade means uncovering a piece of the world's past, transforming your arsenal into a personal collection of living legends.

Master Ancient Weapon Skill Trees
Forge a deeper bond with your chosen armoury through specialised skill trees powered by relic energy. Channel forgotten power into game-changing passives alongside awe-striking, visually spectacular ultimate abilities.

Unbound Build Freedom
Forget traditional levelling – your power is forged entirely through the gear and Relics you discover. Collecting and equipping relics is as much about augmenting your character as it is about uncovering the world's past. With over 70 unique passive effects scattered that alter combat tempo and skill, the relic system encourages you to experiment endlessly. Freely swap game-changing passives, manipulate attack tempos, and tailor your build on the fly – giving you complete freedom to adapt instantly without ever being locked into a single playstyle.


















Tailbreak – August 7
Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere




A new dinosaur-blasting adventure is in town! Serving as a follow-up to Railbreak and as a retelling of the hit DINOBREAK, Tailbreak evolves the arcade on-rails shooter experience from mere resurrection to pleasingly primal for up to two players! Weapons and mechanics have been intensified; starting with just a handgun, you’ll need to make tough choices about your sub-weapons and juggle pick-ups with the new item system. Do you dedicate an item slot to a grenade or a healing item? Do you stick with your trusty machine gun, or do you switch it up with a heavy rifle?




















Tailbreak


Dead Drop Studios LLC



☆☆☆☆☆



★★★★★






$24.99

$22.49




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A new dinosaur-blasting adventure is in town!

Serving as a follow-up to Railbreak and as a retelling of the hit DINOBREAK, Tailbreak evolves the arcade on-rails shooter experience from mere resurrection to pleasingly primal for up to two players!

Weapons and mechanics have been intensified; starting with just a handgun, you’ll need to make tough choices about your sub-weapons and juggle pick-ups with the new item system.  Do you dedicate an item slot to a grenade or a healing item?  Do you stick with your trusty machine gun, or do you switch it up with a heavy rifle?  

With new and realistic lighting utilizing Unreal Engine 5.7, Cypress Ridge looks more sinister and desolate than ever before.  A new, fully-voiced, six-act Story mode tells the plight of heroines Alex and Rin as they struggle to survive the events of DINOBREAK without becoming dino food.  The Arrange mode brings custom handguns and upgradable sub-weapons to the fray for something a little zanier, while the Mutation Matrix randomizes the game’s encounters and items for an unpredictable experience every play-through!

More bonus modes and features await as you take on nature’s ancient beasts on the safari of a lifetime in Tailbreak!

Features:

NEW Item System:  Pick up healing items, ammo, and more, but be careful: you can only hold two at a time!  Will you prioritize the extra firepower of a grenade, or will you hold onto a precious, life-restoring sprout for a rainy day?

Fierce Firepower:  Blast away with both returning and new weapons.  Carefully manage your sub-weapon ammo, or you may find yourself up dino creek without a paddle!  In Arrange mode, choose between handguns with different effects, and level up your sub-weapons to make them more powerful.

Deliciously Cheesy:  Enjoy a new story where lead characters Alex and Rin check out the coolest new game in Cypress Ridge Arcade – Tailbreak! It’s all about their search for safety in a city ravaged by raptors.  All six acts feature full voice acting with hysterical banter and the crazy camp you’d expect in your favorite B-movie!

Gameplay Galore:  Bonus modes like Score Attack, Arrange Mode, and Mutation Matrix add additional depth and extra replayability to the game.  Plus, all content can be experienced solo or in local co-op play with a friend!

Scarily Beautiful:  The world of Cypress Ridge comes to life whether you’re blasting through a restaurant or sulking through dark caverns thanks to the power of cutting-edge Unreal Engine 5.7, which brings stunning ray traced lighting to the varied, highly-detailed environments you’ll flee through during your exploits.












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