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August 22, 2026

Игру Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy слили на торренты за неделю до выхода

A copy of Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy has leaked on torrent trackers one week before its official release on August 27 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series. The game lacks the anti-piracy protection Denuvo, which may have contributed to the leak. This installment focuses on Sophia, a ship captain, and takes place 15 years before the events of the previous game, Requiem.

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August 20, 2026

Silent Hill: Townfall’s latest gameplay trailer reminds me why the series shouldn’t have guns

Recent gameplay footage of Silent Hill: Townfall features Simon Ordell navigating the eerie town of St. Amelia. The game showcases the franchise's signature atmosphere, unsettling settings, and grotesque creatures. Simon is seen wielding a revolver, which has sparked debate among fans regarding the inclusion of firearms in a series that traditionally emphasizes melee combat. The game is set a year prior to a handgun ban, suggesting that the town is unlikely to have many weapons available. The visuals in the trailer include blood-red fog and familiar streets, generating excitement for exploration.

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August 17, 2026

Mortal Shell 2 review: A monumental heavy metal sequel with the spirit of a ’90s PC game

Mortal Shell 2 features a tavern called The One Legged Wolf, where patrons gather amidst a chaotic environment, enjoying music from a lute-player. The game blends modern dark fantasy with humor and classic PC gaming elements, enhancing its predecessor's gameplay and lore. Players control the Harbinger, who can inhabit eight different Shells, each with unique abilities and skill trees. Combat mechanics have evolved to allow for a more aggressive playstyle without a stamina bar, offering various damage mitigation methods. The game includes an easy mode, the Slayer Seal, and a secret hard mode for different player preferences. Level design pays homage to classic gaming, with intricate dungeons and hidden passages. Despite some bugs and a focus on specific Shells, the game is praised for its creativity and engaging experience.

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August 16, 2026

League of Legends YouTuber unearths the original investor pitch from when the game was called Onslaught: War of the Immortals

Content creator Necrit, in collaboration with Riot Games' Paul "Pabro" Bellezza, revealed the early concept of League of Legends, originally known as Onslaught: War of the Immortals. Necrit's video showcases an investor pitch with video footage, design documents, and lore breakdowns, providing new insights into the game's initial vision. The game transitioned from a vibrant cityscape divided into realms of "order" and "chaos," where players would customize immortals and pledge allegiance to one of the realms. Some champions, like Annie and Sion, have familiar traits but with significant changes, while Singed was rebranded as Zij. The lore depicted a world of two factions until a cataclysmic event caused chaos. Riot's logo in the pitch video featured a blood-red hue.

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August 16, 2026

Here Are 40 Minutes of Gameplay From Tides of Annihilation

YouTube’s ‘TapTap: Discover Great Games’ has released a 40-minute gameplay video for the upcoming title, Tides of Annihilation, showcasing a demo from Gamescom 2026. The game features a third-person adventure with a spectral knight dual-fighting system, allowing players to craft combos in high-speed battles set in a modern-day London with a medieval twist. Players will face over 30 unique bosses, many inspired by the Knights of the Round Table, and explore Gwendolyn’s origin through a narrative of revenge, reunion, and redemption. Tides of Annihilation will support Path Tracing on PC and NVIDIA DLSS 4 with Multi-Frame Generation, with hopes for AMD FSR 4.0 and Intel XeSS 2.0 support. The release date is currently undisclosed.

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August 15, 2026

I got so freaked out by the fact that Gordon Freeman is canonically 27 that I decided to find out how old all the other classic FPS protagonists are, and it didn’t make me feel better

The narrator first played Half-Life at age 11 and found it frightening. B.J. Blazkowicz from Wolfenstein 3-D was born on August 11, 1911, making him 32-33 years old during the game's events. He is the grandfather of Commander Keen and an ancestor of DoomGuy. Kyle Katarn from Star Wars: Dark Forces was born in 23 BBY, making him 23 during Dark Forces, 28 in Jedi Knight, and 35 in Jedi Outcast. Cate Archer from No One Lives Forever was born in 1942, making her 25 during the game's events set in 1967. Prisoner 426 from Unreal has no defined age, allowing for player interpretation. Caleb from Blood was born in 1847, making him 81 during Blood set in 1928, but his death complicates his biological age. DoomGuy's age is generally assumed to be in his mid-thirties, though it is never officially specified. Ranger from Quake is suggested to be in his mid-forties to early fifties, based on lore from Quake Champions. Duke Nukem's age is ambiguous, with some sources suggesting he is between 45 and 47 during Duke Nukem Forever, while others envision him in his mid-thirties.

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August 15, 2026

Palworld fans ‘do not realize the sheer number of collabs we’ve rejected’ even with the survival game’s ‘fun-first approach’

The landscape of gaming collaborations is shifting towards the number of partnerships a game can establish rather than player counts or Metacritic scores. Palworld, a survival game featuring critters with weapons, is selective about its collaborations. John 'Bucky' Buckley, head of publishing and communications for Palworld, stated that coherence in partnerships is crucial, and many potential collaborations have been rejected for not making sense. Successful collaborations include one with Terraria, integrating its creatures and items like the Meowmere, and another with UltraKill, where weapons such as the Marksman Revolver fit well within the game's existing arsenal. This indicates that Pocketpair has a clear vision for enhancing the gaming experience through thoughtful collaboration choices.

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August 13, 2026

2D toybox fighting game Knock Off: The Battle for Imagination launches in 2027 for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC

Bit Bot Media has announced its collaboration with Mechaghidora to publish the 2D toybox fighting game, Knock Off: The Battle for Imagination, set to launch in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam. The game features fast-paced combat, a roster of unique characters inspired by '80s and '90s toys, an arcade mode, online multiplayer battles, and a retro soundtrack. Players will control Johnny, who faces off against Maximus, his first brand-name action figure. The game aims to evoke nostalgia while providing an engaging gaming experience. A new trailer and screenshots have been released.

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August 9, 2026

Upcoming PS5 Games: The Future of PlayStation Exclusives

In May 2026, Sony announced that future single-player titles will remain exclusive to the PlayStation 5, although some games currently in development will launch across platforms. Upcoming PS5 games include: - Spider-Man franchise: A new narrative featuring a character from the Marvel universe, expected to carry an M-rating. - Phantom Blade Zero: Set to launch on October 29, 2026, as a timed PS5 and PC exclusive, with a later release on Xbox and Switch 2 in Fall 2027. - God of War Laufey: Scheduled for release on February 16, 2027, as a PS5 exclusive, featuring Faye on a journey through the Everywhen. - Until Dawn 2: A sequel with a new cast, set for release in 2027 as a PS5 exclusive, focusing on amateur ghost hunters. - Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet: An upcoming PS5 exclusive from Naughty Dog, featuring a rogue bounty hunter in a retro-futuristic world. - Fairgame$: A multiplayer heist shooter for PS5 and PC, facing development challenges but still anticipated. - GTA 6: A timed console exclusive launching on November 19, 2026, not exclusive to PS5 but available solely on consoles for a limited time.

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August 8, 2026

Ambrosia Sky: Act Two Launches on PC, Split Critics Praise Story Over Systems

Toronto's indie game studio, Soft Rains, has released Ambrosia Sky: Act Two on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game has received mixed reviews, with two-thirds praising it as an emotional journey, while one review questions its gameplay and the "immersive sim" label. Owners of Act One receive Act Two for free, while new players can purchase the full game for .99 USD, with a 20% discount available until around August 14, after which the price will increase to .99 USD. Ambrosia Sky is a first-person game where players control Dalia, a field scientist returning to her home colony after a fungal outbreak. Players use an upgradeable chemical sprayer to cleanse space stations and uncover a conspiracy. Act Two focuses on Dalia's search for her ex-girlfriend Maeve and introduces new locations, exo-fungus species, a revamped progression system, and new equipment. The Corruptor fungus adds a new mechanic that has received mixed reviews. The total playtime for both acts is approximately six to seven hours. Critics debate the game's classification as an immersive sim, with some arguing it lacks the open-ended environments typical of the genre. The narrative has been positively received, with praise for its emotional depth and storytelling. The full game is priced competitively for narrative-driven indie games, and the current pricing offers good value for players interested in the story and atmosphere. As of now, Ambrosia Sky has received two critic reviews on Metacritic, scoring 80 and 60.