Game Releases

With more than 250,000 copies sold in its first week, 9 Kings became a surprise indie hit in May 2025. Nearly 18 months and numerous updates later, the roguelike strategy game is set to leave Early Access and launch in full on Steam today.

The massive hype surrounding GTA 6 is expected to do more than just overshadow other video games. According to some analysts, the game could generate more revenue than Avengers: Doomsday and keep people away from movie theaters and streaming services for quite some time. Streaming platforms and movie theater operators are worried about losing their audiences. Could this gaming phenomenon become an industry-wide disruptor?

After nearly three months in Early Access, The Fertile Crescent 2 – Collapse of the Bronze Age launched in full on Steam on November 6. The real-time strategy game bears a strong resemblance to Age of Empires but introduces some interesting twists. For example, players don't choose their civilization until a match is already underway.

Sea of Remnants’ Dawnbreaker closed beta starts in December on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, iOS, and Android, featuring 21 characters, Peril Theatre, and first-come, first-served access.

Shrek 2 is back, this time with sharper visuals, 4K support and the chance to explore Far Far Away with three friends. Aspyr's remaster of the 2004’s famous game just launched on November 10 for PC and modern consoles, but the reunion hasn't been exactly smooth. Steam reviews are mixed, with players complaining about technical issues and the developer acknowledging crashes affecting some users.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2 sold more than 5.2 million units worldwide in its first four days, including 810,000 in Japan. Nintendo says it is the strongest four-day global launch for any Nintendo-published Switch 2 game.

Aldmark Calls for Aid delivers medieval siege battles without the usual busywork – and even throws in a nice homage to The Lord of the Rings. The RTS recently entered Early Access and is still flying largely under the radar, but the first players seem very impressed.

Ashes of the Singularity II adds a third faction and a short campaign to the real-time strategy series. In our hands-on, automatic reinforcements make large armies easier to control. We measure performance on the RTX 5090 and RTX 3060 and check compatibility with two Intel integrated GPUs.

Shift Up has pushed the Project Spirits reveal out of 2026 after Q3 operating profit fell 58.2 percent, with Nikke and Stellar Blade on Switch 2 steering Q4 hopes.

Oboro no Ichi is somewhat reminiscent of Spirited Away with its fairy-tale setting. The cozy building game entered Early Access on Steam on November 9 and lets players create their own marketplace for lost souls.

Rockstar's servers are almost certain to be under heavy strain on November 19. That's why the game's preload is starting today. This means players can download GTA 6 ahead of its official release, ensuring that most of the game files are already on their devices by launch day. That way, they won't have to wait for the entire download to finish while dealing with overloaded servers.

Ashes of the Singularity II launches on Steam today with a new human faction and a decent launch discount. Here are the PC system requirements, editions, and pricing.

A stone golem, a curious fox, and a world waiting to be restored are at the heart of Unpetrified: Echoes of Nature. Following its PC debut, the relaxing six-hour adventure is heading to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch on November 10, bringing its environmental puzzles and wildlife encounters to console players.

We test the Roco Kingdom Quack Quack PC beta on an RTX 5060 laptop, exploring how Tencent's open-world creature collector runs and plays with 400+ gacha-free Jinies.

Aniplex and Cybird have announced LunaReverse, a new dark fantasy visual novel following a former sorceress whose quest for revenge leads her down a decidedly sinister path. Developed for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam, the game combines supernatural themes, mysterious characters and artwork by Japanese illustrator Ugonba. A worldwide release is planned, with English among the supported languages, although neither a launch date nor pricing has been announced.

Dreadmoor enters Steam early access on November 9 for $19.99. Here is what Dream Dock’s dark fishing adventure includes, how long it stays in early access, and the PC specs.

Azur Promilia launches on November 26 in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and China, with over 25 million pre-registrations and an English open beta set for summer 2027.

25 classic EA games that might bring back some nostalgic memories have just arrived on Steam – and seven of them have already made it into the Steam charts. But the story behind their return is just as interesting.

In County of Fortune, players don't just build a single town – they help an entire county prosper. The medieval city builder entered Early Access on Steam on November 5 and is available at a 10% launch discount for $22.49.

Barely released for the Nintendo Switch 2, the remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is apparently already running on PC. However, early tests with the Lichii emulator reveal a few problems.

Hideo Kojima says AI can improve game development efficiency but risks stripping away the trial and error that makes creative work rewarding. In an interview with Game*Spark, he distinguished production tools from creative authorship and warned that unchecked AI could eventually expand into creative roles, while saying the next five to ten years would likely be fine.

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick called piracy “a fact of life” ahead of GTA 6’s November 19 launch, saying the company would use legal and technical measures if it becomes a serious problem. Reported PS5 firmware requirements could prevent the game from running on publicly jailbroken consoles, though neither Rockstar nor Sony has confirmed those requirements.

Grand Theft Auto VI’s dynamic weather system features independently moving clouds, evolving storms and wind-driven waves that affect vehicles and the environment, according to Rockstar North’s Aaron Garbut in Edge magazine. The system allows storms to buffet and lightly damage aircraft, rough waters to alter boat handling, and rainfall to leave surfaces drying at different rates.

Nexus Mods has rejected an outright ban on AI-generated mods, instead requiring AI-use disclosures for new uploads and giving existing mod authors until January 2, 2027, to comply. The policy reinforces the platform’s “pro-human creativity” stance through mandatory labeling, moderation measures and a pledge not to use hosted mods to train AI or license them for that purpose.

WoW Forever launched last night, and I've already made it through the first ten levels. My first journey through Mulgore reveals what's changed and how much of the original WoW experience remains.

Cygnus Cross delays pixel action RPG Emberville from October 27 to January 7, 2027, to rework bow combat and add post-launch content to the $29.99 Steam build.

The remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has launched to an impressive Metascore of 96. But does the game truly deserve such high ratings on its own merits, or is nostalgia for the legendary original playing a part?

Trueworld Studios launches movement shooter Alteredblood+ Version 0.1 in Steam early access for $8.49 with blood-absorption combat, survival mode, and a free demo.

Farming, floating islands and a little urban exploration await in Loftia's Early Access version. The cozy multiplayer adventure features three regions, four story chapters and a bundle that even throws in a robot companion.

Outward 2 launches in Early Access on PC on February 8, 2027, via Steam, Epic, and GOG. Check the 12- to 18-month plan, what is included, co-op, and PC system specs.

Need for Speed: Underground 2 Revived brings the 2004 street racer to web browsers, offering multiplayer support for up to 6,000 players alongside modern graphics and control options. The fan project revives Bayview’s open-world racing but requires a substantial game data download and raises unresolved questions about asset distribution and licensing.

GOG is working to bring Westwood’s landmark 1992 strategy game Dune II back to PC storefronts, but overlapping rights involving five parties have complicated a re-release. According to GOG’s Marcin Paczynski, the hurdles span EA’s ownership of the game’s assets, licensing tied to the 1984 film and uncertainty over Legendary’s exclusive agreement with Funcom.

Nintendo released a free Pikmin 4 Switch 2 Edition demo on November 2 with Sun-Speckled Terrace and two Dandori Academy stages. The full game launches November 12.

Nagoshi Studio, founded by Yakuza creator Toshihiro Nagoshi, has been dissolved following a shareholders' resolution in Japan. The closure comes less than a year after the reveal of Gang of Dragon, with the NetEase-backed game's future still unconfirmed.

Sunnyside Games launches Nocturnal 2 on Steam on November 10. Explore the Metroidvania city of Ytash, see how the flaming sword works, and check the PC specs here.

Humankind 2 is coming to PC in 2027. Amplitude's sequel brings a changing climate, deeper cultural evolution and 70 playable cultures. Here is what we know so far.

Lightyear Frontier exits Early Access on November 4, 2026, with a final region, a story finale, mech upgrades, and animal fixes on PC via Steam and Xbox Series X|S.

Clockwork Revolution is coming in 2027 as an Xbox console exclusive with Game Pass on day one. Learn what inXile has confirmed about its time-travel steampunk RPG.

Anyone opening a store in Probably Stolen shouldn't be too concerned about staying on the right side of the law. The unusual cyberpunk simulation has become a Steam hit within just a few days, already selling more than 500,000 copies. A 10% launch discount is currently available.

Four million copies sold in just three days. That's how many copies of the new action RPG from Chinese developer S-GAME have reportedly been sold. But the numbers aren't just impressive – they also reveal some interesting details about where buyers are coming from and which platforms they prefer.

Edge of Memories now launches December 3, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC after Nacon’s delay from November 5. An updated Steam demo arrives in early November.

Pawprint Studio released the Aniimo Season 1 Part 2 update on October 29. Explore the Whisperwake Isles, catch 51 new Aniimo, and play the new three-team PvP mode.

Acts of Blood launches on PC December 4, 2026 for $19.99, with PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions to follow in 2027. See the combat styles, story, and apartment hub.

Stranger Than Heaven launches January 15, 2027, on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC. See the story, cast, Tupac role, pre-order bonus, editions, price, and Netflix film news.

Until Dawn 2 launches on January 28, 2027, on PS5. Check out the Akishima Island story, confirmed cast, Butterfly Effect return, pre-order bonuses, editions, and US prices.

Everything we know about the John Wick AAA game. Discover the platforms, prequel story details, gun-fu combat, and potential 2028 release date

GOG is exploring the possibility of bringing back boxed PC games by letting customers order physical editions directly from their digital libraries. However, the idea remains in its early stages, with logistical challenges and publisher approvals still standing in the way. In the meantime, the company is taking smaller steps to revive the appeal of classic big-box editions.

EA has paused Project Lotus, an unannounced The Sims game, as it closes BioWare and reportedly cuts about 400 jobs in a restructuring after its $55 billion buyout.

Datamined files reportedly suggest that FromSoftware’s Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, will feature 13 playable Bloodsworn, compared with six available during its closed network test. The findings identify characters by their weapons rather than names, while the full roster and release timing remain unconfirmed.

With an extremely brutal concept that might make Pokémon fans lose their appetite for canned food, combined with an apparently addictive gameplay loop, the new factory sim Can 'Em All has enjoyed a remarkably successful Steam launch, earning almost universally positive reviews.