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Metro 2039 is a game about war that actually has something to say
Earlier this year, publisher Deep Silver and developer 4A Studios published a blog post outlining its vision for Metro 2039. The studio revealed the game - being developed primarily in Ukraine amid the continued Russian invasion - is darker and focuses on the "cost of silence, the horrors of tyranny, and the price of freedom" . How could it not be? The developers turn up to work every day not knowing if the power will go out, if they will have to take cover from a drone strike, if they will be able to see their loved ones that evening, or eat hot food when they get home. This is a game being developed in the middle of a warzone, and you better believe the final product is going to reflect that. Read more
After playing Metro 2039 for 4 hours, here's 5 reasons why it's now my most anticipated FPS of 2027
Metro 2039 may have been a long time coming, but 4A Games is truly firing on all cylinders
Metro 2039 takes us back to Moscow, but it's still got some delicious bits of Exodus in there
Delicious up until you realise you've wasted all your gas mask juice trying to open a closet door.
You could, and probably should, cut Metro 2039's atmosphere with a knife
Metro 2039 is a grim place to exist, and ultra-satisfying to conquer, as we found out during our brief time with the survival FPS game.
The success of Uncharted 2’s set pieces had a negative impact on Uncharted 3, designer says
The need to add more set pieces in the third game ruined the story, he believes
Turok: Origins Has Been Delayed And Will Now Claw Its Way Onto Switch 2 In 2027
Here's a new story trailer to pass some time. Saber Interactive is reviving the Turok series, but in a new trailer shared at Opening Night Live this week, it's been revealed Turok: Origins will no longer be arriving this year in Autumn 2026. The solo and co-op experience, where you battle to save humanity from extinction, will now be clawing its way onto the Switch 2 and multiple other platforms in " Spring 2027 ". To make up for it, the development team has shared the game's story trailer. Read the full article on nintendolife.com
Executives from EA and Tencent to speak alongside Netflix, Sony, and Disney at FT Business of Entertainment summit
The Financial Times has unveiled the C-suite line-up for its upcoming Business of Entertainment Summit in LA in September, with games industry speakers from EA and Tencent Games joining a roster which includes executives from linear media firms including Netflix, Sony Pictures, NBCUniversal and UFC/WWE parent TKO Group. GamesIndustry.biz is a promotional partner for the event alongside our parent company IGNE Entertainment. Read more
No Joke, Capcom Is Adding A Mega Man Skin To Pragmata
"Inspired by Mega Man: Dual Override". Remember the "joke" Capcom teased, showing a Mega Man outfit in its new space game Pragmata ? Well, it's now official! Read the full article on nintendolife.com
Ubisoft forgot to make sure the Steam release of Heroes of Might & Magic 3 included the actual game
Oops.
Mewgenics Switch 2 Version Teased By Co-Creator
Update: It's officially launching this September. : We heard last month how the Switch 2 was "the frontrunner" for the cat-themed turn-based tactical roguelike Mewgenics , and we've now got the first glimpse of this version in motion. Co-creator Edmund McMillen has recently shared a brief video on social media showcasing the title running on Nintendo's new hybrid hardware. Read the full article on nintendolife.com
LEGO Is Getting A New City-Building Game Made By The Cities: Skylines Team
Iceflake began city building earlier this year. If you love city builders and LEGO, you might be interested in the upcoming Switch 2 release, LEGO Skylines . It comes from Paradox Interactive (the publisher behind the Cities: Skylines series) and will be developed by Iceflake Studios, who took over Colossal Order's work on Cities: Skylines 2 at the start of 2026. Read the full article on nintendolife.com
Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Expanded Demo Now Available On Switch 2
Includes a save data bonus. Capcom is bringing its new action-adventure Onimusha: Way of the Sword to the Switch 2 this September, and if you want to try out the game on Nintendo's hybrid platform before it arrives, a demo is now available on the Switch eShop. Read the full article on nintendolife.com
Solasta 2 is getting multiplayer and warlocks in its next update
So anyway, I started eldritch blasting.
Witcher 3 Switch Owners Can Claim The Switch 2 Remaster For Free
The "Definitive Version" arrives this September. In some very exciting news, it's been announced The Witcher III: Wild Hunt Remastered is on its way to the Switch 2 this September. Some additional details about the Nintendo version have been shared via an eShop description. According to the official store listing, if you own the game on the original Switch, you'll be able to claim the remaster for free! Read the full article on nintendolife.com
"It's been a difficult time for console hardware," says Unity CEO, but costs will come down and console games will continue to thrive: "We'll see that with GTA"
"I think of the cost pressures as being temporary"
The highlights of Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026
GamesIndustry.biz was at Gamescom Opening Night Live on Tuesday night, the eighth instalment of the digital showcase. The hall was packed, without an empty seat in sight, and there were plenty of gaming celebrities in attendance: Xbox head Asha Sharma could be seen near the front, gamely forming an 'X' with her arms as the camera panned over her. Read more
Blizzard and CD Projekt Red team up for Diablo 4 Geralt skin and The Witcher 3 on Battle.net
"That's just the beginning of our partnership with Blizzard"
Humankind 2 trailer accused of being 'AI slop,' studio says nope: 'real actors, practical sets, and custom-made props'
The uncanny trailer shows the perspective of infants through space and time.
Joe Russo says Avengers: Endgame is "required viewing" to understand Avengers: Doomsday, and Encore will "connect the story of the two movies"
Avengers: Endgame Encore hits theaters in September
Metro 2039 gameplay trailer looks like bad news for your aging graphics card
My gut says a regular PC will not like this game.
The Witcher 3 Remastered has "improved combat," which hopefully fixes the 2015 RPG classic's biggest problem
"The action feels more dynamic, fluid, and kinetic"
CD Projekt Red sweeten the Witcher 3 Songs of the Past honeypot with a free base game remaster, and, oh yeah, both original expansions too
Hey kid, you want a free remaster? It's totally not a scam! No, really. While everyone knew The Witcher 3's sort of surprise new expansion Songs of the Past would be getting a look-in at Geoff: German Edition, CD Projekt Red had another surprise up their sleeve in the form of a full-on remaster of The Witcher 3, which is coming as a free update next month. Read more
First Stranger Things: Tales From '85 trailer sees Hawkins enter the paranormal as Eleven and the gang encounter ghostly monsters from the Upside Down
The series takes place between Stranger Things seasons 2 and 3
Coyote Vs. Acme director says it was a challenge to update classic Looney Tunes characters for modern audiences: "We're trying to protect legacies that are so much older than us"
Exclusive: Dave Green knows that Coyote Vs. Acme will be the first introduction to Looney Tunes for a lot of kids