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May 27, 2026

No Man’s Sky now has its own Death Star with a laser so big it can ‘destroy space station sized objects’

The Swarm update for No Man's Sky introduces the Hive of Glass, a massive space station that controls aggressive drones. Players will engage in intense space battles and ground-level activities, including salvaging downed drones with a new gravity gun. Challenges include defeating planetary swarms, sabotaging the swarm's network, and uncovering the Hive's secrets. The update also features a new armor set, an upgraded jetpack, a new rifle, and various bug fixes and stability improvements.

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May 24, 2026

Dawn of War 2 review (2009)

Dawn of War 2 was released on February 19, 2009, developed by Relic Entertainment and published by THQ, with an initial price of £35. The game features a hybrid of role-playing and strategy elements, allowing players to command larger armies and choose from four races. It includes multiplayer functionality through Windows Live, where players share squads and must rely on the host to level up characters. The game introduces three hero units for each faction and a tech tree, but its fast-paced multiplayer can hinder attachment to individual units. The expansion Retribution was praised for enhancing the core experience.

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May 23, 2026

14 years ago we published our Elder Scrolls 6 wishlist, and honestly? It still holds up

The February 2012 "Armchair Designer" column in PC Gamer highlighted ten desired features for Elder Scrolls VI, shortly after Skyrim's release. The game is now projected for a 2026 release. Bethesda has since developed Fallout 4 and Starfield, incorporating new systems like settlement management. Fans hope for a return to Morrowind's flexibility and improved stealth mechanics, influenced by design director Emil Pagliarulo's background. The column proposed exploring Akavir, introducing colonial themes and diverse factions, with a narrative that allows for complex interactions between Tamriel and Akavir's cultures. The vision for TES 6 aims to blend nostalgia with innovative storytelling, enhancing player choices and consequences.

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May 18, 2026

The problem with bodycam shooters

Better Than Dead is a bodycam first-person shooter that recently launched in early access on Steam, allowing players to assume the role of a victim of a human trafficking ring in Hong Kong. Players are equipped with a pistol and a bodycam, embarking on a journey of revenge. The game emphasizes realism in gunfights, contributing to a trend of bodycam shooters influenced by the game Unrecord. It presents chaotic and unpredictable armed conflict, challenging players' perceptions of violence and its portrayal in media. The game's unsettling realism raises moral questions about gun control and the glorification of violence, leading to discomfort for some players who struggle with the boundaries between fantasy and reality.

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May 12, 2026

Battlefield 6’s first truly big map feels like playing a different, much better Battlefield

In the hilltop village of Golmud in Battlefield 6, players can experience both tranquility and excitement. A player observed action below, including an attack helicopter targeting a train and a squad of engineers approaching a tank, while enjoying a peaceful moment in a sniper nest. This calm experience contrasts with intense engagements in previous maps like Mirak Valley and Operation Firestorm. The introduction of the L115 sniper rifle has rekindled interest in the game, reflecting the developers' responsiveness to player feedback and commitment to enhancing the player experience.

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May 8, 2026

Age of Empire 4’s new DLC drops today, and the Jin Dynasty is a beautifully-realized civ

Age of Empires 4's latest expansion, Yue Fei's Legacy, introduces a new campaign featuring eight missions centered on the general Yue Fei and his ally Han Shizhong, tasked with protecting the Song Dynasty's last prince from Jin forces. The campaign begins with the Jiankang Incident of 1127 and includes various challenges such as evading Jin pursuers and reclaiming territory. The expansion also adds the Jin Dynasty as a new civilization, characterized by efficient horse-mounted villagers and the elite Iron Pagoda cavalry units. The Jin Dynasty features a unique defensive mechanism called the Meng'an Mouke Emplacement, which automatically deploys defensive cavalry units when enemies approach.

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May 7, 2026

Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is coming this summer, now with more marines and a ‘massive variety of new xenomorphs’ to slice ’em up

The development of Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 has been officially confirmed. The sequel will allow squads of up to four players and introduce a new Specialist Class for customizable abilities. Cold Iron Studios is developing the game, which will be published by Daybreak Game Company. A specific release date is not yet announced, but it is anticipated to launch this summer and is available for wishlisting on Steam and the Epic Games Store.