After a leak at Walmart indicated a possible PS5 version of “Gears of War: E-Day”, an insider caused a real setback: the planned PlayStation implementation had been canceled. However, an extremely reliable leaker now provides a glimmer of hope.
Just before the big one Xbox Games Showcase This evening the rumor mill is on fire „Gears of War: E-Day“ ablaze – more precisely, the rumored PS5 version of the dark third-person shooter.
A product page for the upcoming prequel briefly appeared on the website of the US supermarket chain Walmart, which listed not only the Xbox and PC version but also a port for the Sony console.
But shortly afterwards, industry expert and journalist Jeff Grubb spoke up and explained that the actually planned PS5 version of “Gears of War: E-Day” recently canceled again became. Now the most reliable leaker of all stepped in and shed further light on the matter.
Real product numbers and barcodes in the system
We are of course talking about billbil-kun, whose predictions are almost like official announcements due to his high hit rate. And like his Research have now revealed that the Walmart leak was by no means just a guess or a technical error on the part of the retailer.
The leaker was able to 100 percent verify that a real product reference (SKU) for a physical PS5 version of “Gears of War: E-Day” is stored in the system. What’s more: the game has even been assigned an official UPC identification code – the US equivalent of the European EAN barcode.
In plain language, this means: Microsoft had already pushed the PS5 version forward as part of its multiplatform offensive to such an extent that the data was officially transmitted to retailers.
Did Microsoft pull the emergency brake?
Despite its authenticity, billbil-kun cannot say with certainty whether the PS5 barcode has now been deleted or just put on hold for a later, delayed release. One thing is certain: Pre-orders for “Gears of War: E-Day” will start tonight after the showcase for Xbox and PC for $69.99.
If the PS5 version is actually off the table, as Grubb claimed, then billbil-kun’s discovery suggests that Microsoft probably pulled the emergency brake here at the proverbial last second.
But what also gives us hope: also the European one PEGI has recently given a PS5 version of “Gears of War: E-Day” an age rating. And classification is usually rarely done for titles that shouldn’t be published at all.
There should be clarity this evening: The big Xbox Games Showcase begins at 7 p.m. our time, while a detailed presentation on “Gears of War: E-Day” will follow immediately afterwards. Then not only the release date should be mentioned, but also what the real status of a PS5 version is.
From there, there should be more exciting news: As billbil-kun reports, the pre-orders for „Halo: Campaign Evolved“ be opened. A PS5 version has already been officially confirmed, but the leaker couldn’t find out whether the pre-orders will take place at the same time as the Xbox and the PC.
However, a physical version of the new edition of Master Chief’s first adventure is firmly planned for the PS5 and Xbox Series X, while the game will be offered on all platforms for 59.99 euros. Here too we should be smarter this evening.
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Shortly before the Xbox Games Showcase 2026, a PS5 entry for “Gears of War: E-Day” appeared at a retailer. At the same time, a well-known insider spoke out with contrary information about the PlayStation version. Will the shooter be released for Sony’s console or not?
Less than 24 hours before Xbox Games Showcase 2026 Players discovered a placeholder entry for a PS5 version of “Gears of War: E-Day” on Walmart’s website. The find was quickly shared on social networks, among other things on Reddit. A little later, the product entry disappeared from the internet again.
The retailer quoted a price of $99.99 for the Standard Edition, which was obviously a placeholder. The page also contained three bullet points labeled “Placeholder 1”, “TBD 2” and “TBD 3”. There are many indications that Walmart published the entry by mistake. Can PS5 owners be happy? The story doesn’t end here.
Insider Jeff Grubb: PS5 version has been canceled
While the Walmart post gave some players hope that an announcement would be made soon, Giant Bomb’s Jeff Grubb came forward with conflicting information. In the latest podcast he claimed just a few hours before the Xbox Games Showcase that Microsoft had canceled a planned PlayStation implementation.
“Gears of War E-Day was originally supposed to come out on the PS5. That has now been done. That just happened. That was a decision that was made recently,” said Grubb. Accordingly, “Gears of War: E-Day” will probably only be released for Xbox Series X/S and PC.
Grubb suspected that the new Xbox leadership under Asha Sharma may have made the decision. After taking office, Sharma announced that she would reconsider Xbox’s exclusivity policy.
A few days ago, in an interview with Bloomberg, she also said that a platform “must offer exclusive content and services”. If Grubb’s assumption is correct, abandoning the PS5 version would be one of them first difficult decisions under their leadership. But would it also be a decision that would be financially profitable?
Official information will follow at the Xbox Games Showcase
Microsoft announced „Gears of War: E-Day“ at the Xbox Games Showcase 2024, but did not name any platforms at the time. A release for PC and Xbox Series X/S was expected. After Microsoft expanded its multiplatform strategy and, among other things, brought “Gears of War: Reloaded” to the PS5, many players also thought a PS5 version of the prequel was possible.
Nothing has been officially confirmed yet. However, those interested don’t have to wait long: The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 takes place today, June 7th, from 7 p.m.
Immediately afterwards there will be a direct presentation of “Gears of War: E-Day” with further details about the upcoming prequel. By then it should be clear whether the Walmart entry was a first indication of a PlayStation version or just a meaningless placeholder, perhaps for promotional purposes.
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“Exodus”, which many fans already consider to be the spiritual successor to “Mass Effect”, is shown in detail for the first time in an almost 20-minute gameplay video. The images focus, among other things, on the profound oath system and show why the controversial time extension has been given the all-clear.
While „Mass Effect 5“ It will probably be a while yet to come, says “Exodusalready a top-class alternative in the starting blocks. The sci-fi role-playing game from Archetype Entertainment is already considered the intellectual heir to the legendary BioWare franchise.
No wonder: Archetype has a lot of veterans who have already achieved milestones like this „Mass Effect“-Trilogy or even „Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic“ have shaped. A certain similarity can hardly be denied.
That did too the first gameplay clearly, which was presented last March. And after there have only been brief insights in the last few weeks, yesterday evening there was a detailed, almost 20-minute presentation of “Exodus” for the first time as part of the Future Games Show.
Paladin or Immortal: The new moral system
One of the highlights of “Exodus”: the so-called oath system, which acts as a spiritual successor to the moral system (Exemplary/Apostate) from the “Mass Effect” series. But instead of simple black and white painting, “Exodus” relies on two philosophical directions that already play a role in character creation:
Paladin: Represents virtue, protection of the weak and moral integrity.
Immortal: Embodyes pure ambition, focus on the mission goal and pragmatic, often ruthless decisions.
As game director Chris King explained, alignment not only influences dialogue options – Paladins are better at convincing people, Immortals are more likely to intimidate – but also directly controls the skill tree. Certain abilities and upgrades for the Alien Tech Gauntlet are only unlocked by extreme movement in one direction.
“There will be rewards that only come from being on the same page,” King said. “But we also have exclusive bonuses for players who choose a hybrid gray zone philosophy.”
Fast-paced combat and modular weapons
In addition, there were of course plenty of fights to see, which left a very fast-paced impression. Main character Jun Aslan uses his alien glove not only in battle to manifest shields and blades, but also for locomotion. With an integrated grappling hook, he pulls over abysses, which gives third-person battles a noticeable verticality.
Another highlight of the demo: the Recycler, the modular main weapon, which can switch between three different fire modes during ongoing combat and is therefore suitable for every situation:
Repeater-Modus: Rapid, continuous fire for medium range.
Shredder-Modus: Massive close-range penetration, similar to a shotgun.
Piercer mode: Accurate, devastating single shots for long range.
Additionally, a new threat has been revealed with the Rot. This is a bioweapon virus from the powerful Celestials that threatens to wipe out what’s left of humanity. Accordingly, it’s up to Jun to plunder ancient alien ruins to find an antidote or technologies to fight back.
All-clear on time stretching
One point that has caused discussion in the community so far is the time calculation system. Because in “Exodus”, traveling at the speed of light ensures that decades pass in the homeland, while only days pass for the player. Accordingly, many fans feared a certain amount of time pressure.
But here King gave the all-clear: time dilation is not a dynamic gameplay mechanic that runs mercilessly in the background. If you move in the immediate sector and complete side tasks, the time remains stable.
Instead, the system only intervenes in a targeted manner, namely in large, story-relevant main missions in which you have to penetrate extremely deep into space. So when you return, the game confronts you with the drastic, aging changes to your homeworld – as a deliberate, emotional punch to the story.
The release of “Exodus” is currently planned for early 2027 for the PS5, Xbox Series X/S and the PC. A specific date is still pending.
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Bungie shows goodwill regarding the misunderstanding with the Deluxe Edition of “Marathon”. The free trial version will also be extended for a few days.
Bungie actually wanted to release Season 2 „Marathon“ turn things around again on Tuesday. Players should be wooed with new content, a “PvP Lite” mode and a free test week. However Server problems spoiled the start of the new season.
There was also a misunderstanding with the deluxe edition of the game in the PlayStation Store. Bungie has now commented on the problem and is accommodating.
Deluxe upgrade does not include the main game at all
Together with the free week for “Marathon” and some discount promotions, an unfortunate situation arose in which players were unable to use the shooter could supposedly be purchased at a reasonable price. The Deluxe Edition was offered to some users for 14 euros in the PlayStation Store.
However, there was a system error behind it. Because downloading the test version led the PlayStation Store to believe that users already owned the main game. Therefore, these players were shown a discounted upgrade of 13.99 euros for the Deluxe Edition. However, this does not contain the main game.
Sony responded and placed a warning about this situation on the “Marathon” shop page. Now the developers at Bungie have also spoken out. They stated that players who purchased the deluxe upgrade before Sony posted the issue’s notice on the store page will receive the base version of the game at no additional cost. This applies in addition to the contents of the Deluxe Edition.
Free week goes a little longer
In the future, however, the price for the upgrade in the PlayStation Store will only include the additional content of the Deluxe Edition and not the base game. This affects users who downloaded “Marathon” during the free week but did not purchase it.
The free trial version of the Extraction Shooter will also be extended for a few more days. Actually, the “Open Play Week” was only supposed to mark the start of the second season of “Marathon”. will be offered from June 2nd to 9th.
Due to the server issues that accompanied the start of the new content and trial, the free game time will be extended until June 11th. Players who log in during the free week will also receive 50 SILK. “We understand that the downtime has disrupted not only your gaming sessions but also your plans, and we would like to compensate you for this inconvenience,” Bungie said on X.
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What feels like just a blink of an eye after the big update 1.10, Pearl Abyss is already pushing the next update for “Crimson Desert”. Hotfix 1.10.01 is now available for download, which irons out some nasty bugs that slipped into the game with yesterday’s patch.
Anyone who thought Pearl Abyss would turn out after the successful launch of „Crimson Desert“ – five million sales in less than four weeks – rest first, I made a big mistake. The South Korean studio releases update after update on a weekly basis, not only eliminating errors but also regularly adding new content to the game.
So it was only yesterday that the extensive Update 1.10 rolled outwhich, among other things, brought wyvern riding and new mini-games like pinball to Pywel. But as is often the case with such rapid replenishment, a few bugs tend to creep in.
But Pearl Abyss doesn’t let the community down here either – and today it immediately submitted hotfix 1.10.01.
No more crashes when teleporting and breeding
The most important point on the developers’ agenda was, of course, stability. After yesterday’s update, some players complained about sudden game crashes when they wanted to use fast travel across the abyssal nexuses or plunged into heated battles. But this cause of the crash was, according to the official patch notes completely fixed.
A very specific but extremely annoying error related to the new Wyvern feature is also history: Anyone who wanted to hatch eggs near the Wyvern cradle also often flew back to the dashboard of their console. The developers have also successfully driven out the error devil here.
A strange bug also affected those who had already swung onto the back of their newly grown dragon companion. If you reached a certain altitude with the Wyvern, an error message popped up – but in Korean. After the hotfix, the game now speaks the correct language again.
Annoying path blockages solved
In addition, the patch optimizes collision detection in the game world. Until now, it has occasionally happened that Kliff’s movement was completely blocked by actually tiny animals or certain visual effects and stopped as if in front of an invisible wall.
In addition, all animals now spawn as usual again, and the filter options when sorting your mission postings in the camp are no longer reset automatically.
Last but not least, a text error has been corrected: the description of the item “Sigil of Valor” incorrectly stated that the item can also be equipped by the Iron Eagle and the Phoenix. This is not true and has been removed from the text.
In a compact overview, the complete, official changes from Hotfix 1.10.01 look like this:
Stability: Fixed an issue where the game would occasionally crash while teleporting through Abyssal Nexuses or during combat.
Wyvern breeding: Fixed a crash when hatching eggs near the Wyvern Cradle.
Collision: Fixed a bug that could block small animal movements and certain effects.
Game world: Fixed a bug where some animals were not spawning in the world.
UI/Menus: Filter categories no longer reset themselves when sorting mission postings.
Localization: An incorrectly Korean system message when reaching a certain altitude on a Wyvern is now displayed in the correct language.
Items: Corrected incorrect description for the item “Seal of Valor” (Iron Eagle and Phoenix were incorrectly listed as compatible).
Meanwhile, the next update for “Crimson Desert” should be expected next week. Just a few days ago, the makers presented a roadmap that runs until September numerous improvements in prospect presents – including a revision of the often criticized story.
And perhaps the best news of the last few days: one too Story expansion is already in development. However, further details are not expected until autumn.
“Crimson Desert” has been available since March 19, 2026 for the PS5, Xbox Series X/S and the PC.
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Nostalgic pixel art meets eight individual stories in this greatly reduced RPG. Players will experience an epic journey with various heroes at the lowest price yet on the PlayStation Store.
If you’re interested in a classic JRPG adventure, you should take a quick look at the PlayStation Store. That experience is there given the Days of Play promotion drastically reduced and offers a fantastic gaming experience for nostalgics.
“Octopath Traveler” impresses above all with its unique HD 2D look, which combines nostalgic pixel art with modern lighting effects. You accompany eight different characters through the expansive world of Orsterra and experience individually told stories. Thanks to the tactical turn-based combat system, the playful demands are not neglected.
Octopath Traveler at a historic low price
The Standard Edition normally costs an impressive 59.99 euros. It is currently available for just 17.99 euros, which corresponds to a 70 percent discount. It is a price that is unlikely to be repeated any time soon. The offer ends promptly on June 11th at 12:59 a.m.
This gives you the perfect opportunity to get one modern retro classic to grab something that feels timeless and fresh. In addition to the PS5 version, a PS4 version is also available.
Would you like to have the second part straight away? Then grab the “Octopath Traveler” set for 37.49 euros. The discount here is at least 50 percent.
“Octopath Traveler” received one on Metacritic predominantly positive reception. The trade press particularly praised the presentation, the soundtrack and the combat system. The innovative combat system and character progression were also highlighted as clear strengths. However, some testers described the individual stories of the eight characters as partly weak.
Gameplay features at a glance
HD-2D-Graphic: The unique HD 2D style combines classic pixel graphics with modern 3D effects, creating a breathtaking game world.
Eight travelers: Players choose from eight unique characters, each with their own story and abilities.
Boost-System: In the turn-based combat system, boost points can be used to strengthen attacks and make abilities more powerful.
Break-Mechanik: Enemies have weak points that can be exploited to render them unable to fight.
Path Abilities: Each character has unique path abilities that can be used to fight or hire NPCs on the world map.
Anyone who loves classic JRPGs and appreciates a tactically rich combat system will find it difficult to ignore this deal. For just under 18 euros you get one of the most atmospheric productions that Square Enix has produced in the last ten years.
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The Summer Game Fest 2026 really rocked the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles last night. Although the live broadcast for the German audience didn’t start until 11 p.m., staying awake was definitely worth it for many gaming fans.
The presenter duo Geoff Keighley and Lucy James whipped up their usual dense program on the screen, which finally revealed the many announcements. From real world premieres to spectacular gameplay scenes to long-awaited updates from well-known publishers, everything was there.
In this large overview article we have summarized all the highlights of the show for you.
Final Fantasy VII Revelation
Square Enix is using the grand finale of the Summer Game Fest to the last act of the big new edition to reveal. Although a previous leak prevented the big surprise, this in no way diminished the community’s anticipation. The role-playing game will be released under the name “Final Fantasy 7 Revelation” in spring 2027.
There was a little surprise on the platforms: The publisher is releasing the title simultaneously for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC and Switch 2.
In addition to the familiar heroes and locations such as Wutai, a first reveal trailer also shows the iconic villain Sephiroth and the legendary Ultima Weapon. In an additional video, the developers also confirmed the return of the popular airship Highwind, with which players can freely explore the open world and travel back to places they have already visited.
Resident Evil Veronica
Right at the beginning of the show, Capcom causes a loud sigh of relief and great cheers in the community. With the official announcement of the remake of “Resident Evil: Code: Veronica” The persistent rumors that were circulating in the run-up to the trade fair are coming true. After the new edition of the Dreamcast classic from 2000 had been on players’ wish lists for years, the publisher finally got things done. The project is being realized by the experienced team that was already responsible for the successful remakes of the second and fourth parts.
A first atmospheric trailer provides a brief look at the modernized horror experience. The plot sends protagonist Claire Redfield directly into the clutches of the Umbrella Corporation in search of her brother Chris, whereupon she finds herself stranded on a dark island. The developers are using the in-house engine for the ambitious project to completely renew the outdated gameplay of the original. The rough time frame for publication is 2027, which will give players a bit of a wait.
Stellar Blade Blood Rain
The developers of SHIFT UP announced the Sequel to “Stellar Blade” to. The sequel remains in the same dystopian world, but has a new protagonist. An almost four-minute long reveal trailer also provides first impressions of the fresh setting, which is reminiscent of a traditional Chinese city.
While the studio is still holding back on plot details and only promises a continuation of the well-known events, the video material already shows clear differences. The new heroine largely forgoes the classic sword fighting of her predecessor and instead covers her enemies with devastating punches. This dynamic change in fighting style will result in significant differences compared to its predecessor.
Alien Isolation 2
The British development studio Creative Assembly breaks the long silence about the successor to his horror milestone from 2014. The unpredictable behavior of the xenomorph, which was realized in the first part by a revolutionary AI, should also offer thrills again in the new offshoot. The brief glimpse marks the project’s first sign of life since its official announcement in fall 2024.
Although the moving footage is extremely compact with a running time of just 25 seconds, it immediately conveys the usual oppressive atmosphere. The scene shown presents a mechanical sliding door whose status light changes from red to green, immediately evoking memories of the narrow corridors of the Sevastopol. This time, however, the path does not lead into the next dark room of the space station, but instead reveals a completely rainy outdoor area. This visual shift suggests that the fight for survival will transport players to completely new locations.
Cuphead 2 & Spin-off
Studio MDHR brings the players an unexpected double act and announces two new projects based on his iconic cup heroes. The biggest long-term news concerns the development of a full-fledged sequel that will continue the 1930s cartoon style. Since the ambitious project is still in a very early development phase, those responsible decided not to present gameplay scenes. Instead, the announcement focused on the naked knowledge of the sequel’s existence.
The real sensation on stage was the unveiling of the spin-off “Mighty Cuphead Adventure,” which was presented using real hand puppets. This offshoot radically breaks with the familiar look and instead relies on an authentic 8-bit pixel look. A smaller team developed the game under the technical restrictions of the original Sega Master System hardware from the 1980s. Players control Cuphead and Mugman through classic arcade levels, encountering familiar bosses in a new retro look. Concrete release dates are still missing for both titles, but the pixel adventure is firmly planned for PC and modern consoles.
Blood Message
Around a year after the announcement, the single-player blockbuster “Blood Message” is back with a gripping story trailer back. The action-adventure developed by Studio 24 takes players to Tang Dynasty China. The focus is on a nameless messenger who travels 1,600 kilometers from Dunhuang to Chang’an with his son to deliver a world-shattering message. While concrete release dates are still missing, publisher NetEase is promising a detailed presentation of real gameplay today.
TMNT: The Last Ronin
Three years after the announcement of “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin,” a new teaser breaks the silence and reveals a real surprise. The action game, originally set by Black Forest Games, was handed over to the Japanese action specialists PlatinumGames. There is also a change on the publisher side: Instead of THQ Nordic, the newly founded Paramount Games Studio is taking over distribution. The dark adventure about the last surviving turtle marks the first major title under the media group’s new label.
Guild Wars 3
ArenaNet is breaking with a long-standing tradition and canceling a “Guild Wars” spin-off for the PS5 for the first time to. The jump to home consoles should help inspire an even larger community for the next big chapter in the saga. The MMORPG is set in the legendary Orr region a thousand years before the original game and promises an innovative game world. According to studio boss Colin Johanson, the developers want to modernize the genre while respecting players’ time. They don’t want to miss out on proven strengths such as extensive character customization and an in-depth skill system.
Crossfire
Studio That’s No Moon unveils debut project “Crossfire” – a story-driven action game, which is a bit reminiscent of “The Last of Us”. In a pessimistic world filled with greed, two warring operators are forced to work together for their very survival. The partnership, which is characterized by deep moral tensions, repeatedly requires the players to make momentous decisions. In terms of gameplay, the title relies on an innovative “Adaptive Cover” system that combines cover, movement and stealth mechanics.
Gen Atlas
Fumito Ueda reveals the final name of his new work “Gen Atlas”. The open world action adventure developed by genDESIGN captures the melancholic style of the “Shadow of the Colossus” makers and throws players without memory onto a deserted planet. Amidst endless plains, abandoned complexes and colossal buildings, you have to explore the remains of a huge secret. The cinematic single-player title will be released at an unknown date for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC via the Epic Games Store.
Gundam Rogue Orbit
Bandai Namco uses the big stage for a bold reinterpretation of his iconic giant robot brand. The title takes a completely new direction and introduces a fresh timeline that allows newcomers to enter the sci-fi universe. In the role of the elite pilot RE-X, the players take over the cockpit of the highly mobile combat robot Gundam Helix. Together with a diverse group of unsung soldiers, the aim is to confront a previously unknown threat to humanity. In terms of play, the studio promises extremely fast-paced close combat and explosive battles.
Clutch
The newly founded studio Maverick Games, led by former “Forza Horizon 5” lead developer Mike Brown, breaks with classic racing game conventions. The trailer grants first insights into the open, varied game world the French Riviera. Away from typical festival scenarios, a dark campaign penned by “Skins” co-creator Jamie Brittain unfolds. It’s about the talented pilot Theo Martial and his sister Cass, who compete in the prestigious racing series “Riviera 1000”. They quickly become entangled in a dangerous double life. The platforms confirmed are PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Mafia: The Old Country – Man of Honor
Almost a year after the release, Hangar 13 and 2K Games announced “Man of Honor“ a major story expansion. The atmospheric reveal trailer reveals a historical encounter: Protagonist Enzo Favara meets the young Ennio Salieri in wintry Sicily in 1905. As a proven soldier of the Torrisi family, Enzo and Cesare are given the mission to support Salieri, who has just been released from prison. After his release, this “man of honor” resorts to brutal violence to reclaim his rightful territory in Valle Dorata.
Monster Hunter Wilds Ascendance
After the continuous updates since its release, Capcom is giving its action role-playing game a treat the first major expansion called “Ascendance”. The ambitious add-on is confirmed for 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The development team is continuing the tradition of massive previous expansions. Although the developers are still holding back on specific details, the studio promises a huge content package for the community.
The next big live stream is already approaching. Tomorrow, Sunday, Microsoft is hosting its big showcase:
The large selection of top-class premieres makes it clear: The Summer Game Fest 2026 is by far one of the most spectacular gaming shows this year. Thanks to these exciting prospects, the coming months promise a lot to talk about and a full wish list.
After the first trailer for “Alien: Isolation 2”, Creative Assembly is now providing the first details. Accordingly, the sequel breaks with a tradition of its predecessor, while the makers promise an even nastier alien AI.
The end of April was just in time for Alien Day the first teaser trailer to „Alien: Isolation 2“ released after the horror sequel was officially released by Sega in October 2024 announced had been.
Last night it finally happened as part of the Summer Game Fest the first real trailerwhich provided an atmospheric foretaste of the upcoming game, but at the same time left fans with many question marks. But fortunately the first concrete details are now available.
Welcome to Kurosaki Station: The New Hunting Ground
Accordingly, fan favorite Amanda Ripley from the first film will pass on the scepter. In “Alien: Isolation 2” we will slip into the role of a completely new, as yet nameless protagonist. And the initial situation will also be fundamentally different from the destroyed Sevastopol space station.
The atmospheric description reveals:
„On a distant colony planet, an exploration team comes across the wreckage of a mysterious aircraft. A member of the team sets out to investigate the crash more closely. And suddenly pure horror descends on the settlement. No place is safe anymore. So begins a desperate journey for survival and escape as the deadly creature hunts them mercilessly.”
The setting is a remote Weyland-Yutani outpost called Kurosaki Station, battered by violent storms. This should make the gameplay significantly more vertical and varied than its predecessor. After all, you not only have to explore the narrow, claustrophobic corridors of the station, but also brave the merciless and stormy planetary surface.
The alien becomes even more intelligent – Al Hope promises pure terror
In order to have any chance in the deadly game of cat and mouse, you will have to resort to completely new tools, techniques and tactics. This is sorely needed, because Al Hope, Creative Director at Creative Assembly, promises an absolutely uncompromising survival experience.
“Our dedicated survival team at Creative Assembly has worked hard to create a new, evolved isolation experience that continues the legacy of the Alien series, making the eponymous killer more intelligent, the environment harsher, and the chances of survival lower,” said the director.
And during his appearance on stage at Summer Game Fest, Hope made it clear: “It’s been 12 years since we released the first Alien: Isolation, and we’re continuing what we started. We’re creating an authentic new chapter that builds on that core Isolation experience – escaping the terrifying, unkillable and relentless alien.”
It is not yet known exactly when “Alien: Isolation 2”, which is technically based on the modern Unreal Engine 5, will be released. What is certain, however, is that it will be released for the PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC and Switch 2.
If you like, you can now add the horror title to your wish list – for example im PS Store – set.
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ArenaNet announces “Guild Wars 3” for PC and, for the first time, PlayStation 5. A first beta test for the modern MMORPG has already been announced.
The announcement of “Guild Wars 3” makes the hearts of die-hard fans beat faster. ArenaNet is breaking with long-standing tradition and bringing the well-known series to the large home consoles for the first time. This news marks an important milestone for the MMORPG series as the title makes the jump from PC to PlayStation 5.
“Guild Wars 3 heralds a new era not only for ArenaNet and Guild Wars, but for MMORPGs as a whole,” said ArenaNet Studio Boss and Game Director Colin Johanson.
ArenaNet concrete: The MMORPG genre has millions of globally connected fans who crave modern gaming experiences. With “Guild Wars 3,” the developers aim to further develop the genre through a believable and innovative game world while valuing users’ time. A positive community is also said to be important.
A thousand years before the first part
The action takes place in the Orr region a thousand years before the original game. This vast wilderness is deeply imbued with the magic of the world and is inhabited by the so-called Vael spirits. Such natural creatures embody the life force of the lush landscape. Various guilds, however, fight for the valuable resources of this untouched border area.
The focus is on each player’s journey with their own Seeker, who acts as powerful mount serves. This creature acts as a direct link to the spirits of Orr and carries adventurers safely through the expansive open world. Because the Vael spirits vary in size and influence, the environment promises a dynamic experience in a vibrant environment.
Players take on the role of a Vaelwarden dedicated to protecting the nature spirits and the land. Known elements like extensive character customization and a in-depth skill system enable individual adventures. Participants build relationships with other Vaelwarden and the inhabitants of the world to brave dangers together in this colorful online experience.
The Combat system from “Guild Wars 3” relies on fluid movements and momentum that can be precisely controlled with both controller and keyboard. By cleverly changing positions, players convert their speed directly into higher damage values against their opponents.
More presentations from the Summer Game Fest:
Interested players can already look forward to autumn 2027, when the first beta test is planned. Incidentally, the online role-playing game appears on the PC via Steam.
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At the Summer Game Fest, the “The Witcher” veterans not only presented a new trailer for “The Blood of Dawnwalker”, but also dropped an absolute bombshell: main character Coen will accompany us through the centuries – into the modern age.
With „The Blood of Dawnwalker“ the former makers of „The Witcher 3“ an extremely promising dark fantasy role-playing game in the pipeline under the banner of their new studio Rebel Wolves. And as part of the Summer Game Fest, the title was presented in a fresh trailer.
But that wasn’t all: a second video gave a spectacular glimpse of the future of the franchise and caused a real surprise that probably caught many fans off guard. The developers are planning their vampire saga across generations.
Vampire in the Modern Age
So the teaser threw us into a completely unexpected scenario without warning and showed Coen, the well-known protagonist of “The Blood of Dawnwalker”, visibly marked by the centuries, in the middle of a modern apartment in the 21st century.
Only then did the video switch to the actual gameplay of the upcoming game, which takes us to the year 1347 in the fall. One thing is certain: Rebel Wolves is not planning a single game, but rather a gigantic “Dawnwalker” saga that spans epochs and continents.
Since such a stylistic break can cause confusion at first, game director and studio co-founder Konrad Tomaszkiewicz spoke up immediately after the show to explain the radical approach and at the same time give the all-clear:
“I have the feeling that today’s presentation may have surprised many of you who did not expect Coen’s saga to move into the modern era. However, I would like to emphasize that each part of the series will be a standalone game with its own story, without narrative cliffhangers, unresolved storylines or time travel ideas,” the game director clarified.
It continues: “Since the inception of Rebel Wolves, we have made it abundantly clear that we aim for a self-contained story for The Blood of Dawnwalker. Now, as we approach the release of the first chapter, we wanted to shed a little more light on our larger perspective and tease where the story ultimately leads.”
“Other eras, other places and other cultures”
For all fans of classic dark fantasy, this means in plain language: “The Blood of Dawnwalker” will take place exclusively in the 14th century – without sci-fi elements, time travel or unsatisfactory story gaps.
This was also made clear by the second trailer, which is dedicated to Coen’s origin story in the plague-infested, fictional Carpathian valley Vale Sangora. There he takes on the brutal vampire lord Brencis in order to save his family. How the story ends is determined by your own actions. But as we now know, Coen inevitably ends up in the future.
Given the narrative potential of the franchise, narrative director Jakub Szamalek is also enthusiastic. Finally, you can use the half-vampire hero’s immortality to explore entirely new historical eras, cultures and locations around the world in future games.
“The next installments of his saga will bring new stories and new characters, but they will be set in different eras, places and cultures. Writing the story for projects of this scale is an incredibly fulfilling endeavor,” said Szamalek.
However, attentive story fans should keep their eyes peeled for Coen’s first adventure: “And although the conflict between Coen and Brencis will reach its conclusion in The Blood of Dawnwalker, attentive players will certainly come across breadcrumbs that are related to the overarching plot of the saga.”
“The Blood of Dawnwalker” will be released on September 3, 2026 for the PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
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