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🎮 Multi-platformNetflix just gave Scavengers Reign fans reason to hope for season 2
Is there still a chance that Scavengers Reign comes back from the brink of streaming death?
🍄 Nintendo Switch, Multi-platformNintendo Direct killed E3 and created Summer Game Fest
Nintendo's prerecorded video showcase format has been copied by Xbox, PlayStation, and everyone else, and now it's all we have
🎮 Multi-platformHBO's Chernobyl explores the horror of institutional failings
The 2019 show tells the story of the world's worst nuclear disaster.
🎮 Multi-platformMagic just brought back its deadliest mechanic and put it in the command zone
Poison counters are back in the Magic: The Gathering's Marvel Super Heroes set.
🎮 Multi-platformGod Of War Laufey’s Combat Was Inspired By The Original Greek Trilogy
Until now, Kratos was the primary star of every God of War game. However, his late wife, Faye, is taking the spotlight in God of War Laufey(https://www.gamespot.com/games/god-of-war-laufey/). But when Faye picks up her sword, veteran God of War fans may recognize the influence that the original Greek trilogy had on her fighting style. "I think that because we started with the idea, like we knew it was going to be a Faye game, we had a Faye model. We couldn't just put Kratos animations on her," God of War Laufey director Ariel Lawrence told GameSpot(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/god-of-war-laufeys-director-talks-fan-skepticism-new-ideas-and-phranque-the-cube/). "It just wouldn't make sense. Her body wouldn't move that way. But I think being able to look back to the Greek era where Kratos had a little bit more of an acrobatic nature helped." "We still have folks in the studio who've worked on those games," added Lawrence. "So I think this was, 'What if we did this, but this is the person we have executing this, and how would that work and what things could we borrow, what things could we expand on?' That's the fun part of development--just seeing where it can go." As seen in the first footage from the game, Faye won't be alone as she explores the Everywhen, the hostile afterlife of the gods. She will be joined by a talking gelatinous cube(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/new-god-of-war-game-revealed-at-state-of-play/) named Phranque, as voiced by The Boys’ Jack Quaid. Faye's other companion is Rue (Perlina Lau), a ribbon that is attached to her new sword. Daredevil: Born Again's Deborah Ann Woll is reprising her role as Faye from God of War: Ragnarok(https://www.gamespot.com/games/god-of-war-ragnarok/). Although God of War Laufey doesn't have Kratos in the lead, Sony Santa Monica has promised that there will be more stories about him(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/there-will-be-more-kratos-stories-sony-promises-after-god-of-war-laufey-reveal/) in the future. God of War Laufey will be released on PlayStation 5, but the game doesn't have a release date at this time.
🎮 Multi-platformCritical Role Campaign 4 just proved that performance trumps dice rolls
The latest Critical Role episode is a masterclass in showing why Brennan Lee Mulligan opted for performance over dice.
🎮 Multi-platformHugh Jackman’s new Logan replacement officially releases in 2 weeks
The Death of Robin Hood, starring Hugh Jackman as the aging hero, will be in theaters well before Marvel reboots X-Men
🎮 PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, Multi-platformFinal Fantasy 7 Revelation trailer hints that a happy ending isn't off the table
The ending of the original Final Fantasy 7 isn't a happy one, but the term 'revelation' suggests a major plot twist is coming.
🎮 Multi-platformDay Of The Devs: Summer Game Fest Edition 2026 – Everything Revealed
Each year, Day of the Devs(https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/day-of-the-devs-summer-game-fest-edition-2025-everything-revealed/2900-6641/1) hosts a showcase around Summer Game Fest to highlight some of the wildly creative indie games in development around the world. The organizers of Day of the Devs revealed to GameSpot that the non-profit received over 1,700 submissions for this year's Summer Game Fest showcase. That massive list of submissions was ultimately narrowed down to 20 titles, diverse in genre and developers, that make up the showcase. Titles included range from a Yooka-Laylee racing game to a hilarious friendslop game about fighting zombies while boating down a lazy river. We also got release dates for highly anticipated indies like Screenbound(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/this-indie-game-has-you-control-a-2d-and-3d-character-at-the-same-time/1100-6522257/) and the 1.0 launch of 33 Immortals(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/33-immortals-captures-the-feeling-of-raids-without-the-time-commitment/1100-6530265/). If you missed this year’s show live, we’re here to help. Here’s everything that was featured at Day of the Devs: Summer Game Fest 2026 Edition in order of appearance. Blood Dungeon !A player clings to the wall in Blood Dungeon(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Still-2026-04-30-1324381.11.2.png?w=1024) Messhof, the indie studio behind Nidhogg(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/brilliant-sword-dueling-game-nidhogg-gets-a-sequel/1100-6444044/) and Wheel World, kicked off the showcase by revealing Blood Dungeon. It’s a fantasy dungeon-crawling platformer take on Vampire Survivors. In Blood Dungeon, players scurry around constantly shooting at enemies as they explore levels and unlock new weapons and improvements. It features one of the funniest run cycle animations we’ve ever seen in a game, and it’s out later this summer. Tenebris Somnia !Senora from Tenebris Somnia in a live action cutscene(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Senora.jpg?w=1024) Argentinian developer Saibot Studios and New Blood Interactive appeared next to show off Tenebris Somnia. This survival horror game blends pixel art action with spooky live-action FMV scenes. Saibot proudly declared it didn’t use any generative AI during production, leaning into practical effects for many of its live-action scares. Faith developer Airdorf also played a critical part in the game’s development as executive producer. Tenebris Somnia is set to release on October 16. Mr. Records !A rhythm platforming level in Mr. Records(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/MRRECORDSMAY05GETTHEFUNKUP.jpg?w=1024) Hot off the heels of Mixtape(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-transcendent-vibes-of-mixtape/1100-6532286/) comes another amazing-looking music-driven game. In Mr. Records, gameplay is split into two parts. In one, players are transported to a different world while listening to a record and have to make their way through platforming challenges to the rhythm of the music. In between those levels, players manage a record shop. It’s basically Moonlighter by the way of Rhythm Heaven. Mr. Records will be released in Q1 2027 33 Immortals !4638768-33immort.jpg(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/313/3136061/4638768-33immort.jpg?w=1024) Thunder Lotus Games launched 33 Immortals into Xbox Game Preview in March 2025. Since then, it has been building on the game, in which teams of up to 33 players can team up to fight their way through the action-roguelike. Thunder Lotus sponsored this year’s event and used it as an opportunity to confirm a June 10 release date for 33 Immortals’ 1.0 launch. When it releases, it’ll be available through Xbox Game Pass on PC and Xbox Series X|S. Dreadmoor !Fishing in Dreadmoor(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Dreadmoor.jpg?w=1024) Kyrgyzstan-based developer Dream Dock Studio revealed Dreadmoor, a fishing game with supernatural elements. In it, players must maintain a fishing boat as they sail through a post-cataclysm fantasy world, encountering eclectic characters and creatures as they do. Based on our first look at the game, fishing will be a particularly involved process in Dreadmoor, as the bait, line material, place where you cast all impact what you reel in. Dreadmoor will be released on Steam in Q4 2026. Threads of Time !The party walks through a prehistoric area in Threads of Time(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Threads-of-Time.jpg?w=1024) Retro enthusiasts will be happy to know that we got another look at Riyo Games’ Threads of Time(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/stylish-chrono-trigger-like-threads-of-time-announced-for-pc-and-xbox-series-x-s/1100-6526737/) during the showcase. The latest trailer showed off The Needle, a “timeship” that players use to explore different eras, Chrono Trigger style. They also confirmed that you can prevent the extinction of dinosaurs in the past to see how the creatures evolve in the far future as a result. This turn-based RPG still lacks a release window on PC or Xbox Series X|S. N Plus Infinity Times Two !A stage-painting minigame in N Plus Infinity Times Two(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/N-Plus-Infinity-Times-2.jpg?w=1024) Metanet Software announced a successor to its N+ series of platformers, which sports the ridiculous name N Plus Infinity Times Two. While the gameplay is similar to previous N+ titles, this one focuses on competitive multiplayer across five modes. There will still be a single-player campaign where players can get a feel for the game’s mechanics, though. N Plus Infinity Times Two will be released in 2027. Into the Unwell !A player attacks in Into the Unwell(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Into-The-Unwell.jpg?w=1024) Those who like the rubberhose-inspired animation of Mouse: P.I. For Hire(https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/mouse-p-i-for-hire-review-rodent-noir/1900-6418481/) should take note of Into the Unwell from She Was Such A Good Horse and Coffee Stain Publishing. It’s a co-op action roguelike that leans into the over-the-top animation style of classic cartoons as they fight and claw their way through a difficult roguelike. Into the Unwell will launch on Steam next year. Bub !The player carries a bike in Bub(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Bub-Bike-Carry.jpg?w=1024) One of the most personal games shown off was Paperfrog’s Bub. It’s a love letter to New York City and the personal journeys artists go through. It also reflects one of the developer’s own struggles after they were diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis mid-development. Bub will launch sometime in 2027. Lazy River !A player aims at zombies from his raft in Lazy River(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Lazy-River.jpg?w=1024) Fans of silly co-op games might want to keep an eye on Lazy River, a new video game from Secret Hitler creator Mike Boxleiter. It takes place in a space water park and tasks players with building a raft and fighting zombies as they make their way along the cosmic lazy river and scavenge for supplies. It’s exactly the kind of quirky co-op game that has been all the rage lately, so keep an eye on Lazy River when it begins early access on Steam in 2027. Prove You’re Human !A puzzle with Mesa in Prove You're Human(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Prove-Youre-Human.jpg?w=1024) 2026's Day of the Devs showcase also provided us with another look at Sunset Visitor’s sci-fi game Prove You’re Human(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/1000xresist-studio-turns-the-internets-most-annoying-task-into-a-game-with-prove-youre-human/1100-6539309/). Its segment mainly focused on Mesa, the AI personified by a giant head who believes they’re human. We got a look at the impressive animation and programming work required to make Mesa as expressive as they are, which is critical as Mesa is such an important character in the game. Prove You’re Human is in development for PC and has no release window. Ithaca !A conversation with Icarius in Ithaca(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Ithaca.jpg?w=1024) French studio Pixel Hunt debuted Ithaca, a narrative-focused RPG that follows an environmental rights lawyer who decides to drive to Ithaca after kidnapping the boss of a large oil company. From there, players have a lot of narrative-impacting choices to make as they uncover what’s going on. A Kickstarter campaign for Ithica has begun, with Pixel Hunt hoping to release the game sometime in late 2027. Screenbound !A player looks a the 2D and 3D games in front of them in Screenbound(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenbound.jpg?w=1024) Cresent Moon Games’ Screenbound previously went viral for its clever gameplay conceit, which sees players simultaneously playing a 2D game on a handheld console as they move through a 3D world. At Day of the Devs, we saw both a platformer and a The Legend of Zelda-style adventure game split between 2D and 3D. We also learned that it will launch on September 10 and that a new demo is now on Steam. Shot One Figthers !A fight in Shot One Fighters(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Shot-One-Fighters.jpg?w=1024) Just as Absolum(https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/absolum-review-a-sleeper-hit/1900-6418419/) explored what a classic beat ‘em up would be like as a roguelite, Shot One Fighters asks the same question of fighting games. It got a new trailer at Day of the Devs, highlighting the different combos and special moves players can unlock as they play through the game. This game doesn’t have a release window, but its Kickstarter is coming soon. Apple Crumble !The player speaks to Grandma in Apple Crumble(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Apple-Crumble.jpg?w=1024) German developer Happy Broccoli Games revealed Apple Crumble. It’s described as a “creepy, cozy walking sim” in which players must figure out who’s trying to murder their grandma at her 84th birthday party. Apple Crumble will be released on Steam sometime later this year. Slap Out Of It! !Flushing a toilet in Slap Out Of It(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Slap-Out-of-it-Toilet.jpg?w=1024) Turbo Button, a studio previously known for VR games(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/its-equally-exciting-and-worrying-that-some-of-the-best-vr-games-are-coming-to-console/1100-6539960/), announced a new PC and console game featuring Ben Starr(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ben-starrs-face-at-the-game-awards-suits-2025-perfectly/1100-6536917/). As you can probably tell from the title, you have to slap anything and everything you see to solve puzzles and progress through the game. Slap Out Of It will be released sometime next year. Super Yooka-Laylee Kart !Several characters race in Super Yooka Laylee Kart(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Super-Yooka-Laylee-Kart.jpg?w=1024) Playtonic Studios revealed the next Yooka-Laylee(https://www.gamespot.com/games/yooka-laylee/) game, and it’s not quite what you’d expect. Rather than another platformer, it’s a kart racer clearly inspired by Super Mario Kart, Diddy Kong Racing, and Mario Kart: Super Circuit that features characters from across the Yooka-Laylee games. It looks like a fun back-to-basics kart racer in comparison to Mario Kart World(https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/mario-kart-world-review/1900-6418371/). Currently, Super Yooka-Laylee Kart is only confirmed for PC and has no release window, although Playtonic announced it will hold online playtests for the game prior to launch. Into the Fire !(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Into-the-Fire.jpg?w=1024) Polish studio Starward Industries provided another look at Into the Fire, its survival extraction game where players rush into a city decimated by a volcano and demons to search for and save any survivors. Into the Fire is set to enter early access on Steam before the end of 2026, although you can also sign up for pre-release playtests right now on Steam as well. Trine 6: Together In Time !Four players complete a co-op puzzle in Trine 6(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Trine-6.jpg?w=1024) Frozenbyte revealed Trine 6: Together in Time. It’s the latest in a long-running series of co-op 2D puzzle-platformers set in a fantasy world. If you enjoyed previous games in the series, it looks like this sequel will continue to deliver on that same formula. Trine 6: Together In Time will release on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2 on September 25. When Sirens Fall Silent !The player enters a police station in When Sirens Fall Silent(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WSFSActIIScreenshot4.jpg?w=1024) The final game featured in this June’s Day of the Devs showcase was When Sirens Fall Silent, a new game from Italian developer LKA Studios. This psychological thriller follows a rookie police officer investigating a serial killer, and the game eventually escalates to feature supernatural elements while also addressing serious topics like addiction and human trafficking. When Sirens Fall Silent also features a branching narrative that changes depending on how players solve cases. When Sirens Fall Silent will come out in 2027.
🎮 Multi-platformSuper Yooka-Laylee Kart Revealed And It's A Pixelated Racer With A Story Campaign, 8-Player Split-Screen, And More
!Super Yooka-Laylee Kart Playtonic Racer Pixel Throwback Gameplay Reveal Trailer(https://www.gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/bodydefault/public/2026/06/03/45bb4e67/sylkkeyartlogo.jpg.webp) Yooka-Laylee(https://www.gameinformer.com/product/yooka-laylee) developer Playtonic has unveiled Super Yooka-Laylee Kart, and it's a pixelated racer with a story campaign, rival races, time trials, and more. Plus, it will feature up to 8-player local split-screen multiplayer when it launches on PC sometime in the future. Revealed during the SGF Day of the Devs showcase(https://www.gameinformer.com/2026/05/19/the-2026-summer-showcase-schedule), Super Yooka-Laylee Kart ditches the series' platformer past to dive into Mario Kart-like kart racing, complete with weapons, advanced driving techniques alongside pick-up-and-play gameplay, and a Rage system that builds throughout races and allows you to unleash "devastating revenge abilities capable of changing the outcome in an instant." Beyond the multiplayer, which features a suite of options for local split-screen and online play, Super Yooka-Laylee Kart features a story campaign "packed with tournaments, rival races, time trials, endurance events, and a huge variety of skill-based challenges built to continually push players to improve," according to a press release. Check it out in the Super Yooka-Laylee Kart reveal trailer below: Playtonic says coins collected during races can also be strategically spent between events on powerful perks, allowing players to customize their kart-racing capabilities with upgrades such as increased top speed and more. Ahead of the game's launch, Playtonic will host a series of beta tests focused on the game's online multiplayer features. There's no word on when to expect Super Yooka-Laylee Kart, and right now, it's only announced for PC. In the meantime, read Game Informer's reviews for Yooka-Laylee(https://www.gameinformer.com/games/yooka-laylee/b/pc/archive/2017/04/04/yooka-laylee-game-informer-review.aspx) and Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair(https://www.gameinformer.com/review/yooka-laylee-and-the-impossible-lair/yooka-laylee-and-the-impossible-lair-review-a-fresh). What do you think of Super Yooka-Laylee Kart's visual style? Let us know in the comments below!
🎮 Multi-platformSuper Yooka-Laylee Kart Recalls The Glory Days Of Retro Mario Kart
Just like Mario and Donkey Kong before it, the Yooka-Laylee franchise is expanding to a new genre: kart racing. Playtonic Games announced Super Yooka-Laylee Kart(https://store.steampowered.com/app/784653) during the Summer Game Fest as part of Day of the Devs 2026. A debut trailer showed off the racer, which looks very similar in style to classic kart racers like the original Super Mario Kart, Mario Kart 64, and Mario Kart: Super Circuit. That means pixel-art character sprites racing on 3D tracks for a cool retro style. Within that visual structure, though, Playtonic promises a modern racing experience, including up to eight-player local split-screen multiplayer, online multiplayer, a deep story campaign, and the ability to create custom races and tournaments with tons of toggles. https://youtu.be/CslHnwqIxo The trailer also teases a central mechanic in Super Yooka-Laylee Kart: a Rage meter that builds throughout a match and enables big swingy payback opportunities. Coins collected during races also have a tactical element, as they can be spent between races for perks or saved for other advantages. Playtonic says it is planning a series of beta tests for Super Yooka-Laylee Kart's online modes, and encourages would-be racers to follow the studio for news on sign-ups. Currently the game is planned for release on PC, with other platform announcements to come.
🎮 Multi-platformPalworld Launches Into 1.0 Next Month
!Game Informer News(https://www.gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/bodydefault/public/2026/06/05/41df5f4a/palworld1.0trailer.jpg.webp) Developer Pocketpair announced during today's Summer Game Fest showcase that its hit creature-collecting survival game Palworld will launch into 1.0 on July 10. To mark the occasion, the team released the game's first cinematic trailer. We've known the game was set to officially launch in full sometime this year, but it's nice to know that it's just a few weeks away. The 1.0 launch will come with a big update featuring new Pals, new areas, and a new threat to face.