Game Releases

This free-to-play autobattler recently received an HD upgrade, which helped it gain enough attention to reach the top of SteamDB's 'Popular Releases' category.

Rockstar Games is considering how to cultivate user-generated content in GTA 6. With official mod support early in its life cycle, GTA 6 could generate extra income for both the publisher and creators. Digiday recently posted an article that gives insight into Rockstar's plans.

Upgrading gear can be a grind in Monster Hunter games. Fortunately, Smithy Gemma is hosting a contest to hand out up to 100 armor shards per hunter. Players must repeatedly share a hashtag on X to receive the shards after the Monster Hunter Wilds release date.

As far as we know, only one new game is coming to Xbox Game Pass this week, but subscribers have good reason to be excited. It's a brand-new action RPG release.

Guns of Fury is a retro 16-bit action platformer that combines run and gun action with the map exploration of a Metroidvania title. Explore, gain new abilities, and battle giant bosses in your quest to rescue a kidnapped scientist.

Ubisoft has officially confirmed Rainbow Six Siege X, promising a modern reimagination of the tactical FPS. Gamers can watch a reveal trailer now, with more details expected on March 13th. Although it's not Rainbow Six Siege 2, the game is more than a simple Rainbow Six Siege update.

Xbox Cloud Gaming allows gamers to play anywhere, but not necessarily to play everything. Game Pass Ultimate subscribers who purchased the Avowed Premium Edition have to wait until its release date to stream the title. Why is the game not available on Microsoft's cloud gaming service?

Even before Monster Hunter Wilds releases on February 28, more monsters included in the full game area are leaking out. The latest Japanese TV advertisement has fans buzzing, with the ice-throwing ape Blangonga up to his old antics.

A new action RPG has been available in Advanced Access since February 13 and currently tops SteamDB's "Trending Games" list, praised for its immersive world and satisfying combat.

Sony's latest State of Play showcased a variety of game trailers and even included a surprise shadow drop. If you're into large-scale battles and roguelite mechanics, this one could be worth checking out.

Twisted Tower borrows quite liberally from Bioshock for aesthetics but has a unique twist. The small slice of gameplay from the demo nails the atmosphere and tone with a fittingly sinister narrative. The demo has Very Positive reviews on Steam.

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is another in a long line of highly anticipated remasters. Sony State of Play viewers saw the same trailer that had already leaked online. PC, PS5, and Xbox gamers can revisit Snake starting August 28 and even engage in an Ape Escape-themed bonus mode.

Gamers hoping that Avowed can match the success of Pillars of Eternity have reason to be optimistic. The first leaked Avowed review praises the Obsidian Entertainment RPG for its colorful visuals, customization, and replay value.

Kendrick's infamous scream has inspired countless memes, so naturally, there has to be a game based on it. Turn The TV Off is a free horror game that will take about 20 minutes to complete, so might as well check it out because why not?

The Roottrees Are Dead is an intriguing, atmospheric murder mystery set in 1988. It's a remaster of a 2023 entry in the Global Game Jam, updated with slick new illustrations and original music.

Take-Two Interactive is not thinking twice about launching GTA 6 on consoles first. In a recent interview, CEO Strauss Zelnick claimed that the game will dramatically boost console sales. How could delaying the GTA 6 PC release end up benefiting the publisher and gamers?

A new psychological horror game on Steam takes players to a small town controlled by a mysterious force, challenging them to uncover the truth before they fall victim themselves. The community response has been overwhelmingly positive, reflected in glowing reviews and a top spot in the Steam charts.

For the first time in the game's history, 2K Games will be releasing a VR version of Civilization VII. The game will arrive this spring and will be available only on the Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S headsets.

The highly anticipated seventh installment of Sid Meier's Civilization series has had a rocky launch. On Steam, only 50% of player reviews are positive. However, developer Firaxis Games has already outlined its plans to win back fans.

A free-to-play arena shooter has just left Early Access and is gaining attention for its physics-based grappling hook mechanics. With overwhelmingly positive reviews, it's currently the top-ranked game in Steam's "Trending Free" charts.

A game about digging a hole was made by a solo artist on vacation and is a small, bite-sized adventure that offers a few hours of fun for cheap.

Capcom is trying to avoid launch-day frustrations with the second Monster Hunter Wilds open beta. Although it's drawing massive participation, choppy graphics are causing concerns. PC gamers are hoping optimizations will boost frame rates by the game's February 28 release date.

Warner Bros. Montreal Studio was reportedly developing a video game based on The Flash. However, the game was cancelled following the box office bomb of the 2023 movie. Sadly, there's no info on the details of the game.

After Gotham Knights didn't meet expectations, WB Games believes the caped crusader can still turn around the company's fortunes. Faced with immense financial losses, the publisher is counting on Rocksteady Games to recapture the magic of the Batman: Arkham trilogy.

Rockstar's parent company, Take-Two Interactive continues to focus on delivering what is potentially the biggest launch of 2025 on time, as confirmed by none other than the company's CEO.

Project ARC, a somewhat mysterious new project from the developers and publishers behind PUBG: Battlegrounds, has officially been added to the growing PUBG spin-off family, now renamed as PUBG: Blindspot. The new installment to the PUBG universe is a 5v5 tactical shooter that will blend strategy, tactical gunplay, and tight indoor environments.

Assassin’s Creed fans have one more thing to look forward to besides the upcoming latest instalment. The story of a young Assassin apprentice, before the events of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, will be told through a manga releasing first in Japan.

With a February 18th release date, the RPG Avowed is one of several major releases to debut on Xbox Game Pass. Series X owners were originally told not to expect higher than 30 fps action. What has changed in the game's later development stages?

Gamers hoping for an official The Sims 4 money cheat may be disappointed with the Motherlode season roadmap. Still, the Business & Hobbies expansion pack could include new lucrative career paths. EA plans to give a first look at the latest The Sims 4 DLC on February 6th.

A new, high-speed pvp extraction shooter set in a chaotic world—where nature itself becomes your enemy, is opening its doors for a limited playtest. Promising a unique challenge with unpredictable weather hazards, intense player encounters, and the constant pressure to escape before your suit self-destructs.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 made its highly anticipated debut on February 4, drawing over 125,000 concurrent players and earning a solid Metascore of 88. While the launch was a resounding success, one particular criticism has become a sore spot for lead developer Daniel Vávra.

Lamentations is an upcoming horror FPS that mixes the popular creepypastas of The Backrooms with tactical elements. The game promises dynamic encounters, puzzles, and co-op.

After announcing in 2024 that several new games will be coming to its platform soon, Netflix has announced some of these games will no longer be available. The games include popular entries such as Don't Starve Together and Tales of the Shire, the upcoming video game based on The Lord of The Rings.

Tokyo Xtreme Racer is a cult racing sim franchise that last saw an installment in 2006 on the Xbox 360. Developed by Genki, the latest game in the franchise has launched in Early Access on Steam and received overwhelmingly positive reviews.

After six years in Early Access, the full version of this building game launched on January 31 and has quickly won over players with its creative freedom and relaxing vibe.

The King is Watching is an upcoming roguelike city builder where your lazy peasants won't work unless you watch them. The game doesn't have a release date yet but offers a free demo on Steam to try out.

Nintendo is yet to announce a release date for the Switch 2, and that has led to a lot of speculations and guesses. Now, a theory has surfaced, speculating what date the console will be released, and it is a delight to read.

Battlefield 6 hopes to rectify the issues of previous titles and return the series to glory. New leaks suggest that a closed Battlefield playtest is imminent. How soon might more gamers be invited to try out the upcoming FPS game?

A beloved racing game is making a strong comeback after nearly 20 years. The Early Access version has earned glowing reviews on Steam, impressing players with its deep tuning options, reminiscent of the genre classic Need for Speed Underground 2.

Even with GTA 6 constantly in the spotlight, GTA 5 continues to thrive. Steam Charts show that most newer games are struggling to match GTA 5's impressive player counts. How has Rockstar Games helped the 2013 title stand the test of time?

EA has re-released The Sims and The Sims 2 for Windows 10/11 PCs to celebrate the franchise's 25th anniversary. The new games come with all of their expansions packs and are available to buy individually or as a bundle.

Spider-Man 2 has finally arrived on PC, topping the Steam charts with strong sales. Despite its popularity, player reviews tell a different story, with many expressing frustration over the port’s quality.

Switch fans can look forward to seven new titles in February 2025. Whether you enjoy strategy games, action adventures, RPGs or laid-back visual novels, there’s something for everyone.

Exclusive Xbox games are quickly becoming a rare breed. Forza Horizon 5 is the latest first-party title to make its way onto the PS5 this spring. PlayStation gamers will have access to the same stunning Mexican scenery, and DLC Xbox and PC players have been enjoying.

Farming Simulator players spend hundreds of dollars on setups to make the game more realistic. However, the just-announced Farming Simulator VR adds a level of immersion that wheels and switches can't match. With crop growing and maintenance a focus, Farming Simulator VR arrives for Meta Quest headsets on February 28th.

Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered will offer more than just higher resolution graphics. A Flyby Camera Maker allows players to record gameplay like a Hollywood director. When the three classic Tomb Raider games are reintroduced on February 14th, players can also expect improved controls.

WB Games and Avalanche Software are keeping the magic of Hogwarts Legacy alive with official modding support. On January 30th, a creator kit will be released to produce never-ending content for the action RPG. PC gamers can then easily download mods from an in-game menu system.

This week there are five new games for Xbox Game Pass subscribers - and four of them are new releases that will be added to Microsoft's gaming subscription directly on the day of release.

The Quinfall promised a vast open world and a thrilling combat system, sparking excitement among genre fans eager for a standout MMO. One day after its release, however, the average rating on Steam has already plummeted - and not just for technical reasons.

Xbox Game Pass and Steam provide very different experiences to Ninja Gaiden 2 Black players. The just-released remaster only offers DLSS on Steam, robbing other gamers of enhanced performance. Why do so many Xbox Game Pass and Steam versions of the same game differ so dramatically?