Dark Point Games is thrilled to announce that Achilles: Survivor, where brave Achilles and an expansive cast of heroes battle through legendary bullet-heaven battles in Ancient Greece, is now available on Nintendo Switch. Having previously launched on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox earlier this year, Dark Point Games finally presents their mythologically-fueled action roguelite to Switch players around the world.
Achilles: Survivor places players in the sandals of the eponymous hero or in those of one of several other survivors as they battle Hades and his armies of the underworld. Erect powerful structures to turn the tide of battle in your favor and aid you in attacking foes as you defend against swarms of Hades’ undead forces.
Achilles and his unlikely allies must rise to defeat mighty Hades and his legions as they wage war across Troy and other battlefields to avoid damnation. Using a variety of weapons, abilities, spells, and offensive and defensive structures, these heroes must grow their power as they face the battle between life and death lest they be cast into Tartarus for an eternity of suffering.
Publisher Digital Vortex Entertainment and game developer Dream Dock today announce their publishing partnership for DREADMOOR, a horror-fishing adventure set in a post-apocalyptic world. Both teams are committed to delivering this high-quality, distinctive IP to a global audience.
DREADMOOR quickly made a splash among fans of dark, atmospheric adventures: just 10 days after its announcement in April 2025, the game amassed over 40,000 wishlists, and already ranks in the top 600 most-wishlisted games on Steam with minimal marketing thus far. This strong interest has set a positive trajectory for the title, with a clear roadmap aiming for its full release in Q4 2026.
DREADMOOR is a dark first-person horror fishing adventure game. Anglers explore both land and sea, fishing for a wide variety of aquatic creatures lurking in the depths, and fighting their way through a flooded wasteland filled with danger and mystery. The game draws inspiration from titles like DREDGE, Metro Exodus, and Resident Evil. It features cinematic storytelling, psychological tension, crafting, and addictive fishing mechanics.
“We’re building an IP that goes far beyond fishing in the apocalypse,” said Rostislav Fedorov, CEO at Dream Dock Studio. “Partnering with Digital Vortex Entertainment allows us to scale production, refine the vision, and bring DREADMOOR’s madness to a global audience.”
“At Digital Vortex Entertainment, we were captivated by Dream Dock’s clear vision for the game and their approach to creating a haunting fusion inspired by Lovecraftian horror and post-nuclear survival. It’s a unique and powerful project, and we’re excited to help bring their dark and beautiful world to a wide audience”, said Alex Izotov, CEO of Digital Vortex Entertainment.
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Halloween hits different when you’re dripped out in a killer seasonal skin. Bloober Team’s latest survival horror, Cronos: The New Dawn, has officially activated Protocol: Trick or Treat. The brand-new Pumpkin Head Skin is available across all platforms starting Oct. 30 — just update your game to unlock it. Enter the world of Cronos on the spookiest night of the year with the latest free demo, or enjoy the full version of the game, now available with a 15% discount.
Pumpkin on. Monster off. It’s survival season!
You’ve been granted access to The New Dawn, protocol Pumpkin activated, extraction in progress – suit up and take a leap through the rift to the unknown.
Bloober Team celebrates their 17th anniversary this spooky season in an exceptional manner – with a new spooky in-game Traveler skin. The new Pumpkin-Head addition lights up in different colors tailored to the platform you’re playing on, and to grab it, all you have to do is update the game.
“Road to Requiem” showcases announcements including the first-ever Capcom game available on Epic Games Store, plus Fortnite collab, Nintendo Switch 2 news, and more!
Prepare yourself for the horrors ahead as Resident Evil™ Requiem wraps up spooky season with a bang with pre-orders now available across all platforms, including PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch™ 2, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and now for the first time ever on Epic Games Store, with official release taking place on February 27, 2026. All pre-orders will come with Grace’s gritty costume “Apocalypse” as a pre-order bonus. Not only that, “Road to Requiem” showcased a frightful amount of new Resident Evil™ announcements that are sure to make you scream.Hosted by the legendary Maggie Robertson, voice actress of the iconic Lady Dimitrescu in Resident Evil™ Village, “Road to Requiem” provided an in-depth look back at the Resident Evil franchise, diving into the unforgettable characters, terrors, and chilling details that have all led up to this latest installment, beginning with the 1998 Raccoon City Incident.
Additional announcements made within “Road to Requiem” include:
Two Epic Editions – Resident Evil Requiem will be available in both Standard and Deluxe editions, with the Deluxe edition featuring the same base game as the Standard edition, plus an exclusive pack of five costumes, four weapon skins, two screen filters, two weapon charms, and more!
Flaunt Your Fandom in Fortnite! – In celebration of Capcom’s introduction into the Epic Games Store, players who purchase Resident Evil Requiem via Epic Games Store will receive special Resident Evil-themed collaboration items in Fortnite like the Grace outfit! Fortnite collaboration items will be distributed after the release of Resident Evil Requiem and we’ll have more details to share soon.
Play Like a Pro! – The special edition Resident Evil Requiem Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller featuring designs from the game and styled in gunmetal-inspired black will be available from Nintendo on launch day.
First-Ever Resident Evil Amiibo – Grace from Resident Evil Requiem will become the first-ever Resident Evil amiibo, available starting in Summer 2026.
Get Your Popcorn Ready! – A jaw-dropping “Resident Evil Showcase” will premiere early next year with an even deeper look at Resident Evil Requiem. Get your popcorn ready!
Additionally, experience Resident Evil Requiem like never before with the Premium Steelbook Edition featuring the full game, Deluxe Edition contents, and a limited-edition lenticular card exclusive to this release. Available while supplies last.
And don’t forget…Resident Evil™ biohazard Gold Edition and Resident Evil™ Village Gold Edition will also release on Nintendo Switch 2 the same day that Resident Evil Requiem drops, featuring post-story scenarios and extra game modes. Resident Evil Village Gold Edition will also feature the beloved third-person perspective option. Grab the full bundle with the Resident Evil Generation Pack, exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2, featuring Resident Evil 7 Biohazard Gold Edition, Resident Evil Village Gold Edition, and the all-new Resident Evil Requiem.
Stay tuned for even more pulse-pounding Resident Evil Requiem announcements in the months ahead!
We’re taking it back to the streets! Play by Play Studios, together with the National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), unveiled NBA THE RUN, a fast-paced, 3v3 street basketball game that’s played above-the-rim and packed full of NBA stars, posterizing moments, ankle-breaking tricks and a unique, signature style. NBA THE RUN will be coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam on PC, with Cross Play enabled, in 2026.
Play Solo or Squads – the choice is yours. In either mode, you’ll face off against the best of the best in Knockout Tournaments on legendary streetball courts, stacking up the W’s to become the GOAT of THE RUN. Gameplay is fast, fluid and perfectly responsive thanks to the game’s true rollback netcode system, ensuring smooth online play that makes every trick, signature block and high flying alley-oop all the more satisfying. Announcing all the action will be Bobbito Garcia — legendary DJ, author, and iconic video game voice adding his endless energy, enthusiasm and original sazón to every call.
“As fans of pretty much every basketball video game ever made, we have very big shoes to fill – and we don’t take that lightly. Our partnership with the NBA & NBPA takes us to a whole new level and we’re beyond excited about the collaboration and the potential of NBA THE RUN.“ Said Scott Probst, Founder & CEO of Play by Play Studios. “We’re a small team, but we’re scrappy, focused and relentless about creating an all new smash hit. This game is for every hoops fan across the globe.”
In NBA THE RUN, you’ll play as some of your favorite current NBA stars along with fictional streetball legends, going to legendary streetball courts spanning the globe including Venice Beach, and The Tenement in Taguig, Philippines. Every last detail is handcrafted – the players, the courts and every single hand-keyed animation come together to deliver a truly curated experience that puts NBA THE RUN in a lane of its own.
“We’re always looking for new ways to bring fans closer to the game,” said Adrienne O’Keeffe, Senior Vice President, Global Partnerships & Media, NBA. “NBA THE RUN provides fans with new ways to express their passion for basketball and we’re looking forward to working with the team at Play by Play to bring it to market.”
“NBA THE RUN captures the spirit of the video game classics that inspired generations of fans to fall in love with basketball,” said Nikki Pozzi, Vice President of Licensing at THNK450, the licensing, partnership and innovation arm of the NBPA. “We are excited to be giving fans yet another way to deepen their connection with our players and the sport through gaming.”
NBA THE RUN, will be available in 2026 for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam on PC. For more information on NBA THE RUN, including how to sign up for playtesting, please visit the game’s official web site at nbatherun.com. Follow the team for updates on X, Instagram, TikTok and join the game’s community on Discord.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation unveils additional music icons and cultural trailblazers joining the lineup of presenters and performers set to honor this year’s Inductees at the 40th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, taking place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California.
Fans can be part of this historic night by purchasing tickets now at AXS.com and tuning in as the Induction Ceremony streams live coast to coast on Disney+ at 5:00 p.m. PST / 8:00 p.m. EST. A primetime special featuring exclusive performances and standout moments will air on ABC, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, and be available the next day on Hulu.
The newly announced special guests include the following:
Avril Lavigne
Bryan Adams
Chappell Roan
Donald Glover
En Vogue
Feist
Gina Schock
Hurby Luv Bug Azor
Janelle Monáe
Jerry Cantrell
Jim Carrey
Joe Perry
The Killers
Lisa Coleman
Mick Fleetwood
Mike McCready
Nancy Wilson
Nathaniel Rateliff
Tedeschi Trucks Band
They join the previously announced lineup of presenters and performers, which includes Beck, Brandi Carlile, David Letterman, Doja Cat, Elton John, Flea, Iggy Pop, J.I.D, Killer Mike, Maxwell, Missy Elliott, Olivia Rodrigo, Questlove, RAYE, Sleepy Brown, Taylor Momsen, Teddy Swims, and Twenty One Pilots.
Ahead of the big night on Nov. 8th, the celebration continues on ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars,” which will feature a special “Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Night” episode on Tuesday, Nov. 4, honoring the music and legacy of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees past and present.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honors this year’s Inductees: Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Soundgarden and The White Stripes in the Performer category, along with Salt-N-Pepa and Warren Zevon for Musical Influence, Thom Bell, Nicky Hopkins and Carol Kaye for Musical Excellence, and Lenny Waronker for the Ahmet Ertegun Award.
For more information on the 40th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, visit rockhall.com.
Hyperkin, a global leader in video game hardware, announced today that their long-awaited premium controller, The Competitor, is shipping now across North America and select global territories.
Massive features at a minimal price, The Competitor is every inch a premium controller without the premium price tag. Officially licensed for Xbox, The Competitor is by no means limited to Xbox use, proving an essential weapon in a gamers’ arsenal for those playing on PC, Steam or when gaming via streaming services, including Gamepass™.
Hype has been building for The Competitor throughout the year, thanks to its symmetrical Thumbstick design and broad compatibility across a wide variety of platforms. When using first party controllers with symmetrical Thumbsticks, Steam and PC gamers have to constantly battle with tiresome reprogramming, confusing button configurations, and on-screen prompts never matching the symbols found on their controller. Finally, The Competitor offers a no compromise solution, featuring premium engineering, ungraded features, and correct button mapping, making PC and Steam gaming a breeze for fans of the symmetrical thumbstick layout.
In addition, when using The Competitor on PC, gamers can enjoy blisteringly fast polling rates, ideal for competitive gaming and with speeds typically faster than when using first party controllers.
Premium build quality, symmetrical Thumbsticks and a lack of lag is impressive enough, but it’s the package of advanced features found on The Competitor that makes it a must-have gamepad this Holiday season.
Segmented traditional D-Pad design and Action Buttons cushioned via a durable membrane, prove ideal for 2D titles demanding precision input, but the Thumbsticks truly shine thanks to Hall-Effect sensors cementing stick-drift as a thing of the past forever. Gamers can even swap out the Thumbstick tops and choose between Dome and Concave designs depending on personal preference. Encasing the Thumbsticks are Metal Glide Rings and Anti-Friction Gates adding superior durability and silky-smooth travel when engaged in sustained gaming sessions.
Triggers on The Competitor don’t get short changed either. Equipped with Hall-Effect sensors, the triggers prove ideal for shooters. Twin Programmable Back Buttons, with additional locking feature, allow gamers to keep their thumbs on their sticks at all times, and an integrated Mic-Mute button plus a 3.5mm headset jack, provide a simple headset hookup for reliable communication during online play.
Slade Dude Suzuki, Lead Product Developer for Hyperkin commented, “Having announced The Competitor at CES back in January, we’re pleased to see it in gamers’ hands today. The response we’ve had to The Competitor has blown us away; it has clearly resonated with gamers’ want for an innovative yet accessible premium controller. We look forward to seeing gamers enjoy the season’s newest titles, and revisit old favorites with this controller.”
Available today, The Competitor retails for an MSRP of $49.99 / €49.99 / £39.99 and is available in four distinct colors: White and Black (available in NA/UK/EU/AU), with Blue and Gold in UK/EU/AU (NA release TBD).
Today, Paradox Interactive launched Bridges & Ports, an expansion for the city-building simulator Cities: Skylines II, available on PC for $19.99 USD. Manage, expand, and improve city shorelines with 20 drawbridges and liftbridges, customizable harbors, ferries, maritime industries, and a flood of over 100 new assets, maps, and more.
The Cold Wave Channel Radio Station is also available today, included in the Bridges & Ports Bundle or separately for $4.99, adding atmospheric melodies players can vibe to while decking out their cities’ harbors.
Players who own the Cities: Skylines II Ultimate Edition or the Waterfronts Expansion Pass will receive both Bridges & Ports and Cold Wave Channel at no additional cost.
Insta360 is excited to announce Insta360 X4 Air, the newest addition to its acclaimed X Series. Compact, ultralight (165g), and packed with flagship-level features, including Emmy® Award-winning 360 technology, X4 Air brings 8K 360 video and AI-powered simplicity to creators who want to capture life as it truly happens: spontaneous and authentic.
A New Chapter
For over five generations, Insta360’s X Series has set the benchmark for 360 imaging, combining intuitive design, refined image quality, and powerful software that make immersive storytelling accessible to anyone. X4 Air carries that legacy forward, redefining portability and creative freedom.
Weighing just 165 grams, X4 Air is Insta360’s lightest-ever 8K 360 camera. It is built for the street, the trail, and everyday use, an ideal entry point for anyone looking to explore 360 storytelling for the first time. Dual 1/1.8-inch sensors and advanced image processing capture rich 8K detail and natural colors, while a sleek, travel-friendly body slips easily into a pocket or backpack.
“X4 Air is about capturing life as it happens,” said Max Richer, VP of Marketing and Co-Founder at Insta360. “It lets creators stay present while capturing everything around them. It’s for anyone who wants to film real life without the weight or complexity—a lighter, simpler way to tell stories.”
Sharper, Smarter, Smoother: Everyday Improvements That Matter
X4 Air takes everything creators loved about X4 and makes it lighter, smarter, and more intuitive. The upgrades focus on real-world performance rather than numbers, improving image quality and ease of use in every scenario.
Larger 1/1.8-inch sensors deliver crisper 8K footage with a 134% increase in pixel area per frame vs. X4, capturing better detail and more vivid color straight out of the camera. One of the biggest leaps comes from AdaptiveTone, Insta360’s intelligent exposure algorithm. AdaptiveTone analyzes light from both lenses independently to balance brightness and color across the full 360 image, protecting skies and shadow detail without heavy color grading.
Working in tandem is Active HDR. Now available up to 8K30fps, it boosts dynamic range in real time for lifelike highlights and shadows, even in challenging lighting. Portrait Mode complements this by automatically detecting faces and adjusting brightness and color to deliver smooth, natural skin tones without heavy editing. And when the light fades, enhanced algorithms and noise reduction keep night shots clean and detailed, producing vivid, usable footage long after the sun sets.
Durability gets an upgrade, too. X4 Air features user-replaceable lenses with an ultra-hard optical coating that doubles drop resistance compared to X4. Lenses swap in seconds if scratched, while optional lens guards add protection without glare. Waterproof to 49 feet (15 meters) and equipped with Insta360’s leading FlowState Stabilization and 360° Horizon Lock, X4 Air is ready for any adventure.
Portability Meets Performance
X4 Air blurs the line between everyday tool and professional camera. While X5 remains the flagship for creators who demand the highest image quality, X4 Air brings many of its best features to a compact, travel-ready design. Both sport 8K30fps 360 video, replaceable lenses, and a built-in wind guard, but X4 Air does it in a 165-gram body designed for movement and ease.
Where X5 is engineered for precision, X4 Air is made for freedom. It’s lighter, easier to handle, and compatible with most X5 accessories. For creators who want pro results without the bulk, X4 Air offers the ideal balance of performance and portability.
Your All-in-One Creative Companion
Real life doesn’t pause for perfect framing, and neither does X4 Air. Its dual fisheye lenses capture every angle, so you can stay in the moment while the camera records it all. Later, you can easily reframe footage in the Insta360 app to uncover new perspectives and share moments you didn’t even know you caught.
Designed to replace an entire kit, X4 Air lets you film sweeping 360 views, immersive 4K60fps POVs, smooth walk-and-talk vlogs, and dynamic drone-like shots with the Invisible Selfie Stick—without the bulk or setup. For added flexibility, InstaFrame Mode records both a shareable flat video and a full 360 version simultaneously, so you can post immediately and still have complete freedom to re-edit later.
Smarter Control, Simpler Shooting
X4 Air is built to keep creators in the moment, with intelligent tools that make capturing easier than ever. Twist to Shoot lets you start or stop recording with a twist of the selfie stick, no need to fumble for buttons or screens. Gesture Control recognizes quick hand signals for taking photos or videos—ideal for group shots or when the camera’s mounted out of reach. And with Voice Control, you can command the camera hands-free so you never have to break focus or stop the action.
Whether you’re skiing, cycling, or simply recording with friends, X4 Air makes shooting effortless, giving you full creative control even when your hands are busy.
Effortless Editing, Instant Sharing
360 footage once meant hours of complex editing. With X4 Air, it takes minutes—or less. The Insta360 app turns raw 360 footage into dynamic, polished clips using AI-powered tools like Auto Edit, FlashCut, and AI Frame, which automatically identify highlights, apply transitions, and sync footage to music. Preset Perspectives let creators export perfectly framed videos in seconds, no manual reframing required.
X4 Air also integrates seamlessly with brands like Apple, Garmin, and HUAWEI, syncing location, movement, and performance data directly into your videos. Whether tracking your morning ride or a city run, your stats stay in sync across devices, making it easier than ever to tell the full story.
With Insta360+, the integrated cloud service, creators can back up footage automatically, edit from any device, and share their favorite moments instantly via a customizable link. Interactive 360 playback lets friends, family, and followers explore scenes as if they were there with you. Footage stays safe and ready to share, whether from your phone, tablet, or desktop. For a limited time, every X4 Air purchase includes a free one-year Insta360+ subscription with 200GB of storage.
For Every Creator, Everywhere
X4 Air is built for creators who want to capture more and carry less: travelers, vloggers, parents, athletes, and anyone who sees the world as a story waiting to be told. It balances simplicity for first-time users with the features and performance creators demand.
Insta360 X4 Air will be available starting October 28 in Graphite Black and Arctic White from store.insta360.com, Amazon, and select retailers, with US and Canada availability coming soon. The Standard Bundle retails for US$399.99, while the Starter Bundle, including a 114cm Invisible Selfie Stick, Lens Cap, and extra Battery, is priced at US$439.99. Both include a complimentary one-year Insta360+ subscription for a limited time.
The Victrix Pro BFG Controllers have long been coveted by competitive esports gamers the world over, and the refined Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller – PC Edition adds powerful features. These latest upgrades include magnetic, anti-drift Hall Effect thumbsticks and triggers, a new touch-sensitive trackpad on the front of the controller, back buttons that can be mapped to any controller input as well as to keyboard and mouse inputs, and a 1kHz polling rate for even faster input that’s available when using the controller in wired mode.
The Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller – PC Edition is built for serious PC gamers and is available in North America as a Best Buy retail exclusive and directly from Turtle Beach at www.turtlebeach.com. Globally, the controller is also available on turtlebeach.com and participating retailers for $189.99|£159.99|€179.99 MSRP.
Turtle Beach launched the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller earlier this year for PlayStation® consoles and Xbox, with Techradar giving it a 4.5/5 review score. Tom’s Guide said, “The Pro BFG Reloaded has quickly become my go-to gamepad,” while MP1st.’s story features the headline: “The Victrix Pro BFG Controller just got a whole lot better with its new reloaded version.” Gamingtrend also recently reviewed the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded and gave it a full 100/100 score, calling it “Phenominal,” and saying, “The best got better…Just buy a Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded, you won’t regret it.”
“With the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded – PC Edition, we’ve redefined what PC gamers can expect from a controller,” said Cris Keirn, CEO, Turtle Beach Corporation. “It delivers tournament-grade performance, deep customization, and the precision competitive players demand.”
The Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller – PC Edition features Hall Effect thumbsticks and triggers, has 11 interchangeable components, plus customizable back button mapping for keyboard, mouse, and other gamepad inputs. It also has Clutch Hair Triggers, and a responsive PC trackpad. The Fightpad module that comes with the version of the controller for PlayStation and Xbox is not included with the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Controller – PC Edition and is sold separately.
For PC gamers wanting to add the Fightpad module to their setup, Turtle Beach launched a standalone Victrix Pro BFG Updated Fightpad Module which comes in black or white colorways for $24.99/£16.99/€19.99 MSRP and features Kailh microswitches as well as the new, reoriented and more ergonomic button layout.
Whether you are grinding ranked matches in FPS, exploring open worlds, or queuing for raids in MMOs, the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded – PC Edition adapts to your playstyle. At its core are customizable modules with built-in Hall-Effect technology, ensuring drift-free precision for consistent and reliable input accuracy. With eleven interchangeable components including various thumbsticks (2 standard caps, 1 dome cap, 1 Sniper Stick), and a selection of D-pads and gates, you can customize your controller for optimal comfort and performance.
Available exclusively on the PC edition, the integrated precision trackpad enables smooth mouse-style navigation. Four mappable back buttons support gamepad inputs and native keyboard and mouse emulation, giving you the freedom to bind abilities or shortcuts without compromise.
This PC edition controller also includes patented audio controls with full PC audio compatibility. Paired with patented 5-stop Hall Effect Clutch Triggers with Hair-Trigger mode, you can fine-tune input for fast response in shooters or gradual control in racing and simulation games. Crush the competition with low-latency wireless freedom up to 30-feet and 20-hours of battery life or plug in with the high-speed USB-C cable for unstoppable wired precision.
The Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller – PC Edition is built to integrate effortlessly into any PC setup, with compatibility on Windows 10/11 and Steam Deck. Remap buttons, configure keyboard and mouse emulation, optimize triggers, and adjust deadzones directly on the Victrix Control Hub PC app.
With pro-level customization and premium build quality, the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller – PC Edition is the ultimate controller for PC gamers who refuse to settle. Dominate the competition with a controller built for champions. Victory above everything!
