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AppWizard

June 8, 2026

Carcass Clad, the Mouthwashing team’s next game, is a horrifying co-op tank game, announced at the PC Gaming Show

The developers of the sci-fi horror game Mouthwashing have announced their new project, Carcass Clad, during the PC Gaming Show. The game is now available for wishlisting on Steam, but a release date has not been confirmed. The reveal trailer showcases a dark, decaying cityscape with claustrophobic tank operations and tanks adorned with corpses. The gameplay features weighty physical controls, limited fuel, and scarce ammo, with a narrative hinting at survival challenges in a dangerous world. Mouthwashing received acclaim for its storytelling and mechanics, establishing a fanbase eager for Carcass Clad.

AppWizard

June 7, 2026

Guild Wars 3 announced for PC and PS5

ArenaNet has announced Guild Wars 3, the third installment in the MMORPG series, set to launch globally on PC, Steam, and PS5. The game takes place over a millennium before the original Guild Wars in the Tyrian region of Orr, where players will assume the role of a Vaelwarden. Players can use a spirit called the Seeker as a mount. The combat system will support both controller and keyboard users, focusing on strategic positioning and movement. Beta testing is scheduled for the third quarter of 2027, and while no specific release date is provided, players can add the game to their wishlists on Steam and the PlayStation Store.

AppWizard

June 7, 2026

Mojang is Stacking Another Game in September 2026 With Minecraft Dungeons 2 Arriving on PC and Consoles

Minecraft Dungeons 2 is set to be released on September 29, 2026, two months after its announcement in March 2026. It will be available on all current-generation PC and console platforms, including the Nintendo Switch 2. The game will be priced at .99 USD, but will be accessible for Xbox Game Pass subscribers on day one. The game features an adventurous campaign where players must stop a new evil across two worlds, engaging in battles against various foes. The eShop page for the game was briefly available before being removed.

AppWizard

May 21, 2026

Space Marine 2 is shadowdropping a free campaign mission and giving Siege Mode progression some much-needed love

Space Marine 2 has launched a significant update called the Purgation Update, which includes a new free PvE Operation, an expanded Siege Mode, and new weapon and armor cosmetics. A free weekend trial is available from May 21 to May 25, allowing players to explore the game. The update features a new PvE mission in the Kadaku swamps, new enemies like the Hive Tyrant and Mutalith Vortex Beast, and introduces the Bolt Carbine Sidearm. A practice area aboard the Battle-Barge is available for players to test the new weapon. The update coincides with the Warhammer Skulls event and includes access to initial campaign missions and all PvP modes during the trial. A patch with balance changes for PvP gameplay is also set to go live on May 21.

AppWizard

May 14, 2026

If you’re part of the 92% of Diablo 4 players who haven’t completed Lord of Hatred: lock in

Diablo 4's campaign has received positive feedback, particularly for the Lord of Hatred, which serves as an intense conclusion to the Mephisto saga. Despite this, only 8.1% of players have completed the campaign, influenced by its price and player engagement on different platforms. Player engagement on Steam increased from 5,500 to a peak of 64,000, currently around 44,000. The campaign features strong narrative elements and visual storytelling, particularly highlighting the character of Lilith, who receives more focus than in the base game. The transformation of Skovos and the emotional depth of the story are emphasized as compelling reasons for players to complete the campaign.

AppWizard

May 11, 2026

Shift Up says Stellar Blade 2 news is on the way this year, and it could be a day-one PC launch

Shift Up has announced plans for the sequel to Stellar Blade, with new information expected to be revealed within the year. The sequel is set to launch before 2027 and aims for a simultaneous release on PC and console platforms, as Shift Up is bringing publication in-house to avoid previous exclusivity issues with Sony. Development of Stellar Blade 2 is reportedly progressing smoothly, meeting targeted quality standards. Additionally, Shift Up is working on a new intellectual property called Project Spirits, which is also progressing well, with more details expected by the end of the year.

AppWizard

May 3, 2026

Xbox Game Pass Users Hail Day One Exclusive Game As “Insane 10/10”

A recent addition to the Xbox Game Pass lineup, Replaced, is a 2.5D cinematic platformer developed by Sad Cat Studios and published by Thunderful Publishing. Released last month as a console exclusive for the Xbox Series X, it is currently not available on other platforms and retails for .99, but is accessible at no additional cost to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers. The game has received significant attention on Reddit, with many praising its atmosphere and storytelling, although it holds a 4/5 star rating on the Xbox Store and an 83% approval rating on Steam. Some players have criticized its pacing, noting an average playtime of 10 to 15 hours.

BetaBeacon

April 24, 2026

Bilibili Games to release Lumi Master for mobile Android and iOS worldwide this Summer

Bilibili Games has announced the global release of their new mobile game, Lumi Master, which is a monster-capturing & raising RPG set to launch in summer 2026. Players can capture over 100 Lumis into cards, raise and evolve them through battles, and participate in multiplayer versus modes or trading with other players. The game will be available in multiple languages and a pre-registration campaign is ongoing with the chance to win a Nintendo Switch 2 sweepstake if 1 million registrants are reached.

AppWizard

March 4, 2026

Steam Game With Perfect Review Scores Finally Comes to Consoles

Minishoot Adventures, a twin-stick shooting Metroidvania developed by SoulGame Studio, has been released on console platforms including Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PS5. Originally launched on Steam in April 2024, the game has received over 3,500 reviews, with 98% being positive, earning it the "Overwhelmingly Positive" designation. The game is priced at .99 and is also available on Xbox Game Pass.

AppWizard

February 21, 2026

Why Final Fantasy is now targeting PC as its “lead platform”

Naoki Hamaguchi, the director of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, has announced that the PC is now considered the "lead platform" for the series' development. The team creates high-quality visual assets for PC first, then scales down for less powerful systems. This approach has already been evident in the PC version of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Despite the gradual expansion of PC gaming in Japan, the international market for PC gamers is growing, influencing the development team's asset creation. The PC versions of previous titles, such as Final Fantasy VII Remake, Final Fantasy XVI, and Final Fantasy XV, were released significantly later than their console counterparts, with notable delays of 19 months and over a year for various titles.