Terminator 2D: No Fate has been delayed again, with its release now set for December, having originally been scheduled for October 31 and then postponed to November 26 due to global financial instability. Reef Entertainment attributed the initial delay to global trade and tariff changes affecting the shipment of components for the game's editions. The shipping of physical copies has now been completed, but the assembly of the physical editions will require additional time. The game aims to recreate iconic moments from the film in a 16-bit style and features a mix of run-'n'-gun, beat 'em up mechanics, vehicular chases, and stealth elements. Additionally, Nacon Studio Milan is developing Terminator: Survivors, an open-world game set in the aftermath of Judgment Day.
The Fast and the Furious has influenced the gaming world, particularly street-racing games in the early 2000s. Street Racing Syndicate, released in 2004, is noted for its customization options, free-roaming gameplay in cities like Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and Miami, and police chase dynamics. Despite its appeal, the game had a significant bug in the PC version that caused an excessively bright sun on daytime tracks, which was later addressed by a patch. The gaming community created three mods to reduce or eliminate the sun glare. The game also features unlockable "girlfriend" videos.
Sonic Racing CrossWorlds is regarded as the pinnacle of the Sonic racing game franchise, offering a smooth gameplay experience with features such as vehicle customization, a diverse array of vehicles, and a large roster of characters. The game runs seamlessly on PC with minimal load times and maintains sixty frames per second. It includes straightforward mechanics like a drift system, ring collection, and various item categories for strategy. The difficulty curve adjusts based on player performance, enhancing competitiveness. Character interactions are enriched by dialogue from writer Ian Flynn, though some characters lack distinct interactions. The soundtrack features remixes of iconic Sonic tracks, contributing to an engaging audio experience.
Players are transported to a reimagined New York in 1939, featuring anti-gravity technology, in the debut role-playing game Aether and Iron by Seismic Squirrel. Players assume the role of Gia, a smuggler, who embarks on a mission with a young scientist named Nellie. The game utilizes a unique dice mechanic for decision-making, allowing players to specialize in attributes like Brass, Hustle, or Smarts. Choices made during gameplay can have significant consequences, creating a sense of tension. The game includes vehicle combat in a turn-based format, inspired by fast-paced car chases, and offers customization options for vehicles. Aether and Iron combines turn-based strategy with visual novel elements and features a richly crafted world with a captivating art style and branching narrative. The game is set to be released in 2026.
An unofficial native port of the arcade racing games San Francisco Rush: The Rock and San Francisco Rush 2049, named Project R, is available for PC users on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Players need to obtain the game's ROM file as the project does not include any game assets. The technical requirements include a dedicated or integrated GPU supporting Vulkan 1.2 and a CPU meeting the x86-64-v2 microarchitecture level. Project R supports gamepads and wheel setups but not keyboard and mouse functionality. The latest version, V0.7.1, includes improvements such as a refined world object rendering system, faster texture conversion functions, and consistently high-detail rendering of player car models in SF2049. Project R can be downloaded via a provided link, and a video showcasing the game is available for viewing.
The Epic Games Store is offering two games for free from 4 PM BST on August 28, 2025, until 4 PM BST on September 4, 2025. The first game is "Machinarium," developed by Amanita Design, where players control a small robot on a mission to rescue his robot-girl friend from the Black Cap Brotherhood. The second game is "Make Way," published by Secret Mode and developed by Ice BEAM, which is a top-down multiplayer racing game that allows players to build the track as they race while using various weapons.
The Epic Games Store is offering two free PC games this week: Machinarium and Make Way. Users have until September 4 to claim these games, which will remain in their library permanently once acquired. Machinarium, released in 2009, has a Metacritic score of 88 and a 96% approval rating on Steam. It is an action-adventure game where players help a robot named Josef rescue his girlfriend Berta. Make Way, a 2023 release, has a Metacritic score of 83 and a 93% approval rating on Steam. It is a top-down multiplayer racing game with a track creator feature. Machinarium typically costs .99, while Make Way is priced at .99.
Dead Trigger is a single-player, story-driven first-person zombie shooter game that offers a fairly pure experience without pushing micro-transactions for upgrades. The game was optimized for Tegra chipsets and had stunning graphics for its time. It remains playable despite looking a bit dated and offers bite-sized missions for players.
Steam Racing Fest has launched, featuring a range of racing titles and the Steam Early Access build of Wreckfest 2. Steam is also hosting sales alongside EVO and QuakeCon, with new deals on DOOM: The Dark Ages and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. A complimentary Steam weekend for WWE 2K25 is available in celebration of WWE Summerslam. Xbox Game Pass users can access additional discounts on select titles. Various gaming platforms, including Epic Games Store, Fanatical, Gamebillet, Gamersgate, GamesPlanet, GOG.com, Green Man Gaming, and Humble Bundle, are offering promotions and deals. Humble Bundle's July lineup includes Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader, Cat Quest 3, Death's Door, DAEMON X MACHINA, Wizard With a Gun, Neo Cab, Everafter Falls, and Blanc, with additional savings for members. Ubisoft is also participating in weekend sales.
