Aerosoft, Binary Impact and Alchemical Works are pleased to announce that Forensics: Crime Scene Detective will launch on 13th July 2026 for PC via Steam, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S digital stores, with a PS5 Physical version coming as well.
Developed in close collaboration with Germany’s State Criminal Police Office Rhineland-Palatinate (LKA RLP), Forensics: Crime Scene Detective challenges players to think methodically, analyse evidence with precision, and uncover the truth behind complex criminal cases. Take a look at all the important materials here:
The Truth is Hidden in the Details
In Forensics: Crime Scene Detective, players investigate apartments, bars, basements, and other locations connected to criminal activity. Using professional forensic equipment, they must secure traces often invisible to the untrained eye, from fingerprints on glassware and blood spatters to digital evidence hidden within mobile devices.
From the crime scene, investigations continue into the laboratory, where DNA profiling, ballistic analysis, and digital forensics help transform evidence into conclusions. Every lead must be verified, every hypothesis tested, and every conclusion supported by facts.
Developed with Real-World Expertise
Forensics: Crime Scene Detective is based on experience reports from real experts from the LKA RLP (State Criminal Police Office Rhineland-Palatinate) and was developed in close collaboration with the LKA RLP to ensure an authentic portrayal of forensic work.
Cases are inspired by real-world scenarios and emphasise realism, logic, and evidence-driven conclusions over scripted outcomes. Players must carefully evaluate information, validate assumptions, and build their cases using scientific methods and investigative reasoning.
Key Features:
Realistic Forensic Gameplay: Use authentic tools such as DNA swabs, fingerprint powder, ballistic tracking equipment, and digital analysis tools
Crime Scene Investigation & Lab Analysis: Carefully search environments for traces, then analyse and connect evidence in the lab
Evidence-Driven Outcomes: Your conclusions can incriminate suspects, exonerate the innocent, or leave cases unresolved
Inspired by Real Cases: Missions are based on real-world scenarios and professional forensic methodologies
Your Instincts Matter: You decide which evidence matters, overlooked clues can change everything
Players can experience Forensics: Crime Scene Detective for the first time during this June’s Steam Next Fest, starting today!
Get ready for the full Steam, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S launch on July 13th 2026!
As part of its participation in FlightSimExpo 2026, Thrustmaster is thrilled to unveil its 2026 lineup of flight simulation products at the Saint Paul RiverCentre in Saint Paul, Minnesota, in the United States.
Attending the event for the fifth consecutive year, Thrustmaster is presenting its new releases for 2026 at this popular annual gathering of flight simulation fans.
Visitors can discover the brand’s new products alongside the iconic devices in its flight simulation range at FlightSimExpo 2026, booth 721.
TCA Sky Yoke
TCA Sky Yoke is Thrustmaster’s first general aviation yoke compatible with PC, PS5® and Xbox Series X|S, designed to make flying accessible to anyone who has always wanted to take to the skies.
Created with realism in mind, TCA Sky Yoke has a built-in steel pitch axis shaft with 7 axes, a throttle, a trim system, and yaw controls. With its full-featured yoke wheel featuring 24 action buttons, an 8-way “Point of View” hat switch, a mini-stick and 2 analog triggers, it’s perfect for flight sim fans looking to try their hand at piloting.
TCA Sky Yoke will be available in Q3 2026 at a suggested retail price of £169.99 / $199.99 / €199.99.
T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition
Announced on May 20 and available from June 12, 2026, T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition is designed to help gamers explore Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. It lets them adjust the joystick’s resistance — as well as the positions of the throttle and the control lever — for complete customization according to their preferences and comfort needs. Thanks to its Plug & Play system, T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition is instantly recognized on PS5®, PS4® and PC (Windows 10/11), so you can go full throttle in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 without further delay!
T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition is available now, at a suggested retail price of £89.99 / $109.99 / €99.99.
Airbus Add-On Grip
Airbus Add-On Grip is the first officially-licensed left-handed grip from Thrustmaster. This modular 1:1 scale replica lets gamers fly like a captain, thanks to its left-handed design, piloting A300 series airliner and A400M military transport aircraft, depending on the selected configuration. The grip is compatible with a wide range of Thrustmaster joystick bases, including AVA, Sol-R, Hotas Warthog MKII and Hotas Warthog (using Warthog Converter), all sold separately.
Airbus Add-On Grip will be available in July 2026 at a suggested retail price of £89.99 / $129.99 / €99.99.
Hotas Warthog MKII
Hotas Warthog MKII is an updated version of Thrustmaster’s legendary Hotas Warthog joystick. A 1:1 scale reproduction of the Viper flight stick and dual throttle system from the U.S. Air Force A-10C Warthog attack aircraft, Hotas Warthog MKII features updated electronics for compatibility with all generations of Thrustmaster grips, as well as next-generation mechanisms ensuring superior smoothness and enhanced durability over the long term.
Hotas Warthog MKII will be available in September 2026 at a suggested retail price of £449.99 / $599.99 / €549.99.
OMNI Extension
OMNI Extension lets you reposition your left flight stick for improved ergonomics and better control in space simulation games. OMNI Extension redefines how you pilot a spaceship: precise, smooth, natural and immersive, it gives you total control over your maneuvers, from atmospheric flight to space combat.
OMNI Extension will be available in July 2026 at a suggested retail price of £34.99 / $44.99 / €39.99.
TCA Sky Quadrant
TCA Sky Quadrant is natively compatible with TCA Sky Yoke, offering gamers greater control over their aircraft for even more advanced immersion.
TCA Sky Quadrant will be available in Q4 2026 at a suggested retail price of £69.99 / $79.99 / €79.99.
Thrustmaster is thrilled to unveil T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition, designed for PS5®. This full-featured, precise HOTAS joystick will offer gamers looking to immerse themselves in piloting an immersive flight experience and realistic sensations during their aerial adventures.
Thrustmaster is expanding its product range resulting from its longstanding collaboration with Microsoft by launching its brand-new T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition, featuring the official Microsoft Flight Simulator logo in the iconic white, blue and black design and incorporating the buttons of a PS5® gamepad controller.
Designed to accompany gamers as they explore Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition lets them adjust the joystick’s resistance — as well as the positions of the throttle and the control lever — for complete customization according to their preferences and comfort needs. Thanks to its Plug & Play system, T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition is instantly recognized on PS5®, PS4® and PC (Windows 10/11), so you can go full throttle in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 without further delay!
OFFICIAL MICROSOFT FLIGHT SIMULATOR LICENSE
T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition is a complete flight equipment solution — perfect for aspiring pilots looking to improve their skills and enjoy their first immersive flight experiences in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. Plug & Play, it offers precise control, instant responsiveness and total immersion from your very first flights.
COMPLETE FLIGHT EQUIPMENT
The joystick’s ergonomic design lets it adapt to all types of flight (air combat, space adventure, civil aviation, etc.). Gamers will experience unprecedented sensations with T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition, making it the ideal solution to progress in an immersive flight experience. The joystick and throttle feature 14 action buttons, 1 rapid-fire trigger and 1 multidirectional hat switch, as well as 5 axes (including the Z-axis), for 16-bit precision.
DETACHABLE THROTTLE
T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition adapts to any gaming environment thanks to its detachable throttle and weighted base. You can keep the unit attached to play on your lap on the couch, or detach the throttle from the joystick and place them on a desk for realistic flight sensations, better stability and space-saving convenience.
DUAL RUDDER SYSTEM
Depending on your preferences, T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition’s rudder function, which lets the aircraft rotate around its vertical axis, can be activated by rotating the flight stick grip (the joystick’s Z-axis) for better control of the aircraft, or using the progressive tilting lever for added realism.
AMAZING FOR ALL TYPES OF FLIGHT
T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition offers optimal flying comfort during piloting sessions thanks to its adjustable flight stick grip resistance, wide hand-rest and ergonomic button layout designed for all types of aircraft. It’s great for civil and military aircraft, helicopters and gliders.
COMPATIBLE ECOSYSTEM
For even more realistic flight sensations and perfect control over your aircraft’s lateral movements, T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition is compatible with the Thrustmaster TFRP rudder pedals system (sold separately) featuring S.M.A.R.T. (Sliding Motion Advanced Rail Tracks) technology.
Commercial information
T.Flight Hotas 5 Microsoft Flight Simulator Edition is available at a suggested retail price of $109.99 / €99.99 / £89.99.
Honeycomb Aeronautical is delighted to announce that they will be exhibiting at FlightSimExpo 2026 between June 12-14 in Saint Paul, Minnesota at Booth 706, where flight simulation enthusiasts, console simmers, advanced cockpit crafters and curious newcomers will be able to get their hands on the full range of their professional-grade products, as well experience as some exciting, unreleased kit that has never had a public outing in the US before.
The team at Honeycomb Aeronautical strives to bring the world of flight simulation much closer to real aviation, and to demonstrate just how realistic modern sim hardware can feel. Transcending the borders of gaming to focus on experience, training potential, and accessibility, Honeycomb Aeronautical offers hardware that will delight seasoned pilots, students and newcomers alike.
At the show, the team has put together a number of different setups so that simmers can enjoy the best that Honeycomb Aeronautical has to offer in a number of different scenarios, each with a different use case in mind.
Xbox & Console Experiences
Xbox Station 1 – New Controller • Single Engine Experience – A dedicated Xbox setup focused on approachable general aviation flying using a brand-new controller. Perfect for casual and first-time simmers, as well as experienced sim pilots who are curious about getting the full control experience on their console.
Xbox Station 2 –New Controller • Airbus Experience – A second Xbox-focused setup demonstrating how the new controller adapts beyond entry-level flying into more structured airline-style operations, showing its versatility across different aircraft categories and detailing its true accessibility without sacrificing any immersion.
Desk & Enthusiast Setups
Xbox Desk Setup – New Controller + Xbox Hub + Bravo + Charlie • Boeing Experience – A more advanced console-based setup designed to showcase the growing capability of the Honeycomb Xbox ecosystem, with a full Xbox cockpit environment focusing on Boeing-style operations.This setup is a great illustration to show the progression between living room flight enthusiast and serious simmer – reinforcing the message that Xbox flight simulation is truly becoming a legitimate platform for flight simulation.
Laptop Setup 1 –Alpha Lite + Bravo Lite + Charlie • Boeing – A flexible station designed to demonstrate both ecosystem modularity and the accessibility of the Lite product range.
Laptop Setup 2 – Foxtrot Takeoff Kit • Airbus / Aerobatics – A dedicated spotlight area for the upcoming Foxtrot Takeoff Kit, highlighting precision stick flying, aerobatics and responsive handling in an Airbus-style environment. This gives enthusiasts a great opportunity to try the product before it’s launched.
Laptop Setup 3 – Foxtrot + Bravo + Charlie + ATP • Airbus – A higher-end enthusiast setup demonstrating advanced interoperability across the Honeycomb ecosystem, featuring complex Airbus workflows with expanded simulation realism.
Flight Seat Experiences
Flight Seat Setup 1 – Alpha Lite + Sierra + Charlie • Single Engine – A more comfortable and immersive seated experience focused on general aviation flying, showcasing the modular nature of the Honeycomb Aeronautical range and its suitability for long flight sessions.
Flight Seat Setup 2 – Alpha + Bravo + Charlie • Boeing – The classic Honeycomb ecosystem configuration designed for core sim enthusiasts. It’s a proven favourite with Honeycomb Aeronautical customers, and one that is highly rated among enthusiasts.
Mobile Experience
Android Tablet Demonstration – Echo Aviation Controller – A mobile-focused showcase designed to highlight portability and flexibility within the Honeycomb ecosystem, and showing the Echo’s ability to reach beyond traditional desktop setups.
If you’re at the show, stop by Honeycomb Aeronautical’s booth (Booth 706) to check out what’s on display. The team is keen to chat with the community and get feedback on their products and setups, as it helps to guide them when developing future hardware. They’d also love to meet with any flight sim media and influencers who are interested in the brand. If you’d like us to book you an appointment, please let us know so we can lock you in for a chat with the team.
If you have been hunting for a high-end, compact camera in the United States lately, you have likely felt like tearing your hair out. Ever since the federal government placed DJI on its restricted Covered List, getting their gear at normal retail prices has been a nightmare. Scalpers have been asking wild prices (sometimes close to double the original cost) on gray markets. It’s absolute madness, isn’t it?
But you know what? A quiet company called Xtra Technology registered in Delaware appeared and seemed saved the day for us consumers. They dropped a tiny, feathery camera called the Atto for a highly appealing price of $299. Under the hood, this isn’t some cheap knockoff. Teardowns and software sleuths have shown it’s a carbon copy of the DJI Osmo Nano. By putting a new name on the box, they managed to give American creators a massive discount on top-tier tech – and I love it!
Hands-Free
When you pull the Xtra Atto out of the box, the first thing you notice is how light it feels. Weighing exactly 54 g, it’s about the same weight as a single standard egg. You can literally clip it to your cap brim or stick it to your shirt, and you’ll completely forget it’s there after a minute. Phones are great for planned clips, but mounting a bulky phone on your chest or forehead is a heavy, awkward mess. The Atto fixes this friction completely.
With powerful magnets on either side of its tiny body, you can snap it onto helmets, car door panels, or bike handlebars in a split second. It comes bundled with a magnetic lanyard and a handy hat clip, so you don’t even have to buy extra accessories before your first shoot. Want a quick first-person view of a cooking tutorial or an afternoon bike ride? Just snap it on and go.
Flagship Sensors in a Tiny Case
Usually, when a camera gets this small, the image quality goes down the drain. You get tiny, cheap sensors that turn indoor or evening footage into a grainy, muddy mess. But here is the major surprise: the Atto uses a massive 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor. That’s the exact same class of sensor you find in flagship-tier action cameras that are three times its size and price.
This extra physical space lets the sensor gather significantly more light. Whether you are shooting in a dimly lit cafe or walking down a sunset trail, the colors remain wonderfully rich and the digital noise stays extremely low. It captures buttery-smooth 4K video at up to 60 frames per second with a wide 143° field of view. This massive view is a lifesaver for POV shots, giving you plenty of framing margin so your subject never falls out of the shot.
And let’s talk about stabilization. To keep your footage steady without a heavy mechanical gimbal, the Atto uses digital magic. Its MotionMaster tech smooths out the bumps when you’re running or riding. Meanwhile, TiltGuard acts as a real-time horizon leveler, keeping your frame perfectly straight even when your head tilts or your body sways. It’s shockingly good.
Five-Minute Time Machine
Have you ever missed a perfect shot because you were fumbling with your camera? Maybe your dog did something hilarious, or a sudden wave crashed over the boat, and by the time you pressed record, the moment was gone.
Let me explain the coolest feature on this little machine: the 5-minute pre-recording buffer. When you activate it, the camera continuously caches video in a rolling temporary loop without saving it to your card. The second you hit the physical shutter button, the Atto retroactively saves the previous five minutes of footage and glues it to the start of your current clip. It’s basically a time machine for creators. It saves you from recording hours of blank footage just waiting for something to happen, keeping your storage clean and your battery happy.
Double Life, Double Battery
On its own, the tiny Atto camera body gives you about 90 minutes of juice, which is respectable for its feather-light weight. But the real magic happens when you clip it into the Multifunctional Vision Dock. This little block houses a 1.96-inch OLED touchscreen and a larger secondary battery. When you dock the camera, your total recording time jumps to a massive 220 minutes. It also acts as a fast charger, bringing the camera battery back to life in about 40 minutes.
But here is a quick contradiction you need to know. The camera body itself features native waterproofing up to 10 meters without a bulky case. That’s perfect for snorkeling or rainstorms. However, the second you connect it to the Vision Dock, the overall system drops to an IPX4 splash-resistance rating. So don’t go jumping into a pool with the dock attached, or you’ll be looking at a very expensive paperweight.
Our latest VLOG filmed with the Muse and Atto
Atto vs. the Competition
If you look at the ultra-compact camera market, the Atto stands tall. Its closest competitor is the Insta360 GO 3S, which retails for around $319. While the GO 3S is incredibly light and features a neat flip-up screen on its pod, its tiny 1/2.3-inch sensor struggles heavily when the sun goes down. It also maxes out at 4K at 30 frames per second.
The Atto, at $299, actually saves you twenty bucks while giving you a massive sensor, double the standalone battery life, and fully fluid 4K/60fps recording. For creators who need high frame rates to create slow-motion edits in post-production, the Atto is simply a much stronger hardware platform. It brings true flagship image quality to a tiny form factor that fits in your watch pocket.
Sound Salvation and Gremlins
For the first few months, professional creators had one massive complaint about the Atto: no native wireless microphone support. If you wanted good audio, you had to plug a clunky USB-C receiver into the bottom, which blocked your charging port and ruined the whole compact vibe.
But honestly, everything changed with the February 2026 firmware update.
Xtra rolled out a major software fix that lets the camera pair directly with the DJI Mic Mini or DJI Mic 2 via Bluetooth. You just go into the settings, tap pair, and boom—your wireless mic is connected in twenty seconds, complete with live audio level meters right on the dock’s OLED screen. If you pair it with the DJI Mic 2, it even supports full 32-bit float audio, giving you a perfect acoustic safety net against clipping.
However, the software experience isn’t all sunshine. The companion “Xtra Tech” mobile app is a hefty download that feels like it needs a lot more polish. If you try to edit on an iPad with a physical keyboard connected, prepare for some frustration. The app is locked strictly in portrait mode during editing, meaning you have to tilt your head sideways to see what you are doing.
We also ran into a couple of physical bugs. There is a noticeable phantom battery drain when the camera is fully turned off. Xtra support says this happens because the camera stays in a low-power standby state to support instant gesture triggers, but losing battery overnight is still annoying. Also, when you have a wireless mic paired and you disconnect the camera from the dock, the live image feed on the dock screen goes completely blank, forcing you to use your phone for previews.
Should You Buy It?
Purely on a hardware level, the XTRA Atto is a masterclass in miniature engineering. By wrapping legendary DJI imaging specs into an affordable, $299 US-supported package, they have created the ultimate hands-free POV tool.
Yes, the companion app has some annoying bugs, and the standby battery drain is a bit frustrating. But if you want stabilized, high-end 4K video that fits on the brim of your hat, the Atto is a phenomenal deal that punches far above its weight. It lets you stay present in the moment while capturing gorgeous, spontaneous footage that heavier setups would miss entirely.
If you want to capture your travels, you probably use your phone. But let’s be honest. Phones can only do so much. If you want to record steady videos while walking, you usually have to carry a massive, heavy tripod or a bulky camera rig. Nobody wants to carry that much gear on a casual vacation.
That is why pocket-sized gimbal cameras are becoming so incredibly popular among creators. The XTRA Muse is a small, five-and-a-half-inch device that costs just $379. It features a real one-inch sensor and a mechanical stabilizer. It sounds amazing on paper, but how does it actually handle when you take it out into the real world? Let’s examine what makes this tiny camera a massive deal for social media creators and travel vloggers alike.
Steadicam That Fits in Your Pocket
Let’s talk about the physical stabilization first. How many times have you filmed a walk-and-talk video on your phone, only to watch it later and get motion sickness? Phones rely on electronic stabilization, which crops your footage and creates a weird, jiggly warp around the edges of the screen.
The Muse uses a physical three-axis mechanical stabilizer. It actively counteracts your hand movements in real-time. Honestly, it is like holding a tiny professional camera crane. Whether you are running up a mountain trail, walking down busy city streets, or chasing after pets, your video stays smooth.
It has a incredibly discreet design, too. In public spaces, people do not even realize you are recording a video. They think you are holding a small flashlight or a remote control. Some creators call it “shy girl approved”, and they are completely right. It lets you film without making a scene or drawing unwanted stares.
The Magic of a One-Inch Sensor
Now, let’s look at the actual image quality. The camera has a massive one-inch image sensor. Most small cameras use tiny sensors that struggle the second the sun goes down. The Muse is different. In low-light spaces, it captures clean, bright footage.
You know what? I shot some videos at a neon-lit park at night, and the results were incredible. The colors were rich, and there was very little digital noise. It also creates a soft background blur. This natural blur separates you from the background clutter, making your videos look expensive and professional.
The default color science is also a pleasant surprise. On social media, many creators have pointed out that the camera renders skin tones with a warm, natural hue. It avoids that cold, clinical look you get with other action cameras.
The Post-Production Trap You Need to Avoid
For advanced creators, the camera supports a 10-bit X-Log color profile. This captures over one billion colors, giving you massive dynamic range. But here is a major warning. If you shoot in 10-bit log and try to edit on a Windows computer using the free version of DaVinci Resolve, you will run into a wall.
Let me explain. The free version of Resolve on Windows does not support 10-bit H.264 or HEVC files. When you import your clips, they will either look completely grey or refuse to open. Many beginners assume the camera has a hardware defect.
It doesn’t! You just need to apply a proper REC709 recovery LUT to correct the tones, or upgrade your software. Once you do, the colors are gorgeous.
Our Latest VLOG filmed with the Muse and Atto
Living with the Everyday Quirks
Of course, no camera is perfect. The hardware is brilliant, but the software has some annoying quirks. The companion app, “Xtra Tech,” works fine for transferring files, but it feels a bit basic.
For instance, if you like to edit your videos on an iPad with a keyboard, you will find a frustrating limitation. The app is locked in portrait mode. It does not rotate to landscape orientation. It is a simple software bug, but it is incredibly annoying in a real workflow.
There is also the default watermark. Out of the box, the camera automatically adds a branded watermark to all exported videos. To remove it, you have to dig deep into the settings menu of the companion app. Why would they make this the default setting? It feels cheap.
The camera also has gesture controls so you can start recording by waving at it. This is great in theory, but in practice, you might look like you are waving to a ghost in the middle of a coffee shop.
Then we have the physical accessories. If you buy the optional magnetic wide-angle lens, you cannot turn the camera off with it attached. The extra thickness prevents the mechanical gimbal from spinning back into its safe resting position. The motor will stall, leaving your delicate glass lens unprotected. You have to pull the magnetic lens off every single time you pack up.
The Big Sound Update
For the first few months, the absolute biggest issue with the Muse was audio. The camera has three built-in microphones. They are decent for casual family clips, but they cannot replace a real external microphone. Previously, if you wanted high-quality sound, you had to plug a clunky wireless receiver into the USB-C port at the bottom of the handle.
But here is the exciting news: Xtra released a massive firmware update.
This update changed everything. The camera now supports direct Bluetooth sync with external microphones. You can pair a high-end wireless microphone directly to the camera in about twenty seconds. You do not need any separate receiver plugged into the handle.
Real-time audio level meters render directly on the camera’s two-inch touchscreen. Even better, it supports high-fidelity 32-bit float audio, which prevents your sound from clipping or distorting if things get too loud. It makes the Muse a serious tool for professional travel vloggers.
Should You Buy It Now or Wait?
If you are thinking about buying the Muse, you should know that the second generation is already on the way. Xtra has started teasing the upcoming Muse 2 and Muse 2 Pro. The upcoming models show that the designers are actually listening to user feedback. They have redesigned the physical body to address several complaints.
Here are the main upgrades coming to the next generation:
Dual-Side Flip Screen: The original screen only rotates in one direction. The new model features a dual-axis hinge, allowing the touchscreen to flip out to either the left or the right side of the body. This makes framing easy whether you are shooting selfies or third-person views.
Built-In Grip: Instead of a separate plastic handle that can get loose, the new model integrates the grip directly into the camera chassis. It is one single piece of solid hardware.
Side-Mounted USB-C: The charging port has been moved to the side of the body. This means you can easily plug in a power bank while the camera is mounted on a tripod.
So, is the original Muse still worth buying today? Honestly, yes. At $379, it is an absolute steal. The mechanical stabilization is rock-solid, the low-light performance is brilliant, and the recent audio update solved the biggest workflow headache. If you want professional-grade travel footage that fits in your pocket, this camera is a fantastic choice that won’t break the bank.
NACON and ACE Team are pleased to announce that The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu will be featured at Steam Next Fest in June 2026. PC players will be able to take their first steps into the game’s cursed jungle from June 15 to 22. To mark the occasion, the studio is releasing a new trailer that offers a glimpse into the gameplay and the oppressive atmosphere of this cooperative horror game.
In The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, players take on the role of explorers searching for legendary treasures deep within a hostile jungle. This demo supports up to 4 players in online co-op and lets you experience the first few hours of the game. Several types of missions are available, ranging from simple treasure hunts to battles against fearsome creatures.
Before each expedition, players gather aboard the galleon to choose a contract and share weapons and equipment. Once they arrive on the continent, the explorers set out in search of treasures and resources to bring back to the galleon’s captain. Ancient forts, remnants of lost expeditions, await discovery. They allow players to establish a new starting point to venture deeper into the jungle as expeditions progress.
But the jungle hides even more terrifying dangers. As they venture deeper into the jungle, their perception of reality gradually becomes corrupted until their sanity reaches a critical point. Visual and auditory illusions disorient the adventurers, potentially causing accidental sabotage that could jeopardize the mission. Even death offers no respite: fallen comrades may return in a corrupted form and turn against their allies.
Inspired by H.P. Lovecraft’s cosmic horror short novel, The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu invites players to form a squad of 2 to 4 members to embark on an uncharted continent in search of a legendary city containing invaluable treasures.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu will be available on July 15, 2026 on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
The Gothic 1 Remake launched just one week ago and has already surpassed 500,000 units sold across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Player engagement has been equally impressive: on June 7th, the game reached a peak of almost 78,000 concurrent players on Steam. More than 15,000 user reviews on the platform further highlight its strong reception, resulting in an 85% “Very Positive” rating. Alkimia Interactive and THQ Nordic are thrilled by this initial success and extend a heartfelt thank you to all players who have entered the Colony so far – and especially to all of the long-time dedicated fans who have supported the Gothic franchise over the past 25 years. This milestone would not have been possible without such a passionate community.
This marks only the beginning. Alkimia Interactive will continue to support and improve the Gothic 1 Remake in the weeks and months ahead.
The Gothic 1 Remake is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Learn more:
GSC Game World has unveiled a new trailer for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope, the first major expansion for Heart of Chornobyl.
Cost of Hope explores the long-running conflict within the Zone between two iconic factions. Zulu, a series veteran from Duty, and Mavka, a member of Freedom, are set to uncover new and terrifying mysteries of the Zone under increasingly tense circumstances. Caught in a rapidly unfolding chapter of an age-old confrontation, Skif — the protagonist controlled by the player — must follow previously unexplored paths and face dangers beyond comprehension, choosing sides and once again shaping the future of Chornobyl through his decisions.
This trailer offers a glimpse of brand-new locations to explore, including the Iron Forest and CNPP, alongside familiar locations that have been fully reimagined through a new lens, delivering fresh experiences not only for franchise veterans and newcomers to the Zone, but for the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. franchise as a whole. The trailer highlights a deeply emotional journey filled with unsettling encounters, complex personalities, and a prevalent sense of decay, all set within the iconic atmosphere the series is known for.
To learn more about the history and context behind the legendary conflict between Duty and Freedom, visit the new blog post on the official S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 website. It provides insight into what players can expect on their journey in Cost of Hope — though the Zone rarely follows any script, and usually prefers its own path.
Cost of Hope is the second chapter of the “second S.T.A.L.K.E.R. trilogy.” Players can expect dozens of hours of gameplay, exciting exploration, breathtaking mysteries of all sizes, and revelations worthy of the saga’s legacy when the DLC launches later in summer 2026.
TRAILMARK Games and AMC Global Media today announced The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival, a new single-player, modern beat-’em-up game set in the gripping world of AMC’s The Walking Dead, coming soon to PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Play as legendary characters from The Walking Dead and use all your skills to battle through hordes of walkers, deadly human strongholds, and other explosive encounters to survive.
Fight through an action-packed campaign that reimagines the infamous All-Out War storyline from The Walking Dead television series, which saw the conflict between Rick and his allies against Negan’s ruthlessly cruel Saviors come to an explosive head. The new premium game features unique walkers and classic environments – including the Sanctuary, Hilltop, Alexandria and more – enhanced by dynamic set pieces, retro pixel-art visuals, and intense, story-driven moments.
Unleash crushing combos, signature weapon attacks, and devastating finishers in a relentless brawl for survival made for The Walking Dead die-hards and action game enthusiasts alike. Get ready to rumble with iconic weapons like Rick’s magnum, Michonne’s katana, and Daryl’s trusty crossbow.
KEY FEATURES
Hard-Hitting Beat-’em-up Combat: Use brutal melee abilities, crowd-clearing ranged attacks, or a mix of the two in fast-paced skirmishes. Enjoy responsive, crisp, and satisfying fighting gameplay while surviving the apocalypse.
Overwhelming Walker Swarms & Ruthless Enemies: Battle through creeping armies of the undead and dangerous gangs of Saviors that force you to fight for every inch of ground and adapt as new threats emerge.
Face Iconic Bosses: Take on powerful, fan-favorite walkers like Winslow, the Well Walker, and more. The Saviors provide their own challenges as you throw down with Negan and Simon in intense, multi-phase boss battles that test your skill, strategy, and killer instincts.
Replayable Arcade Challenge: Master each character’s moveset and tackle multiple difficulty levels in an experience built for repeat runs and escalating challenges. Or jump in with an optional Easy Mode for casual play.
The reveal of The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival is the first of many announcements from new video game publisher TRAILMARK Games. More info on TRAILMARK Games to come in the near future.
