Deep Silver and Dambuster Studios today mark a major milestone for the Dead Island franchise, as Dead Island 2 reaches its third anniversary. To celebrate the occasion, the team has prepared a few killer initiatives:
Dambuster Studios have partnered with Brigada Games and Devolver Digital to launch a free Dead Island 2‑themed update for Quarantine Zone: The Last Check on Steam.
The update brings a slice of HELL‑A into Quarantine Zone: The Last Check, allowing players to encounter – and embark on – unique missions on behalf of fan‑favourite Dead Island 2 survivors, including Amanda Styles, Burt Michaels, Curtis Sinclair, Rikki Rex, and Roxanne Kwon.
The Dead Island Series Bundle (previously exclusive to Steam) will be coming to Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 for the first time, giving long‑time fans the perfect excuse to revisit the entire series in one bite – and newcomers the chance to dive into the Zompocalypse back-to-back for the first time, on their platform of choice.
Fans can also enjoy a freshly carved piece of artwork by Roberto Ricci, alongside a new anniversary infographic showcasing the impressively gory numbers and habits from their journey through HELL-A.
Across the blood‑soaked streets of HELL‑A, Dead Island 2 has delivered tactile, bone‑crunching zombie‑slaying mayhem for fans around the world. The anniversary celebrations are a thank you to the passionate community for keeping the island alive since launch and a reminder that the Zompocalypse is far from over, with plenty of life still left in the undead.
IO Interactive, the award-winning developer and publisher behind the globally acclaimed HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM Studios revealed a new trailer for 007 First Light, with a new look at the game’s key features. The new Rules of Spycraft trailer for 007 First Light pulls back the curtain on what it means to operate as a modern MI6 recruit. The 007 number will have to be earned, with players set to go on a reimagined origin story, where every encounter can be navigated with stealth, bluffing, or full-on action, depending on how you read the room. 007 First Light is set to release on May 27, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and in Summer 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2. Pre-orders are available now*, and players who pre-order 007 First Light will get upgraded to the 007 First Light – Deluxe Edition for free, granting a 24-hour Early Access**, as well as exclusive in-game skins and outfits.
Watch the Rules of Spycraft Trailer for 007 First Light here
The brand-new trailer unveils how 007 First Light puts creativity front and center through its Creative Approach gameplay. Built on IO Interactive’s spy-thriller expertise and designed to let players tackle objectives their own way, powered by quick-thinking improvisation:
Spycraft: Infiltrate spaces by reading your surroundings and staying one step ahead, eavesdrop to pick up intel, identify opportunities to access your objectives, then use bluffing and social stealth to move through guarded areas without raising alarms.
Gadgets (Q Branch): Build a mission loadout around tools that enable stealth, distractions, and creative problem-solving. In 007 First Light, James Bond will have access to the Q‑Lens (highlights useful information and hackable devices), the Q‑Watch (activates gadgets and interactions to divert attention or neutralize threats), the Laser Strap (can daze enemies, open up new paths, or create distractions using the environment), the Dart Phone (quietly moves enemies out of the way), the Smoke Pod (blocks visibility at short range), the Flash Mine (produces a burst of light to momentarily stun opponents) and more.
Combat: When stealth breaks, fight smart. Players can use the environment for close-quarters takedowns, rush their enemies before a shootout breaks out, or make use of their Focus to slow the moment for precision disarms and targeted takedowns. Weapons are flexible tools too; players can throw their weapon when ammo runs out to daze an enemy.
Players will also be able to enjoy the Tactical Simulation mode to improve their skills after each mission. Tactical Simulation is a replay-focused mode that unlocks after completing Bond’s training. Set in an exclusive MI6 space, spearheaded by Dr. Selina Tan (portrayed by Gemma Chan), with interactive consoles and an in-world display of collectibles, TacSim offers multiple missions that unlock as you progress through the story and challenges you to continuously improve your performance as an agent. Each mission is scored via the Agent Score and supports global and friends’ leaderboards. Completing TacSim missions earns XP and Intel: XP increases your Clearance Level to unlock new sets of skins for the weapons and gadgets, as well as cosmetics, while Intel will enable players to acquire these new skins and cosmetics.
007 First Light is scheduled to launch on May 27, 2026, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and Summer 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2. Pre-order now* and get a free deluxe upgrade, including a 24-hour early access**. All details can be found at https://ioi.dk/007firstlightgame.
*Pre-orders on Nintendo Switch 2 are limited to physical editions
**24-hour early access limited to digital editions only
Broken Arrow values its community loyalty, engagement, and continuous feedback. To strengthen this mutual commitment, Slitherine and Steel Balalaika are opening the PTE to the public, giving everyone the opportunity to experience upcoming features early and contribute meaningful input on improvements that are not yet part of the live game.
This approach allows us to collaborate more closely with players, using their insights to refine mechanics, balance gameplay, and guide future updates. Community feedback gathered through the PTE will play a direct role in shaping what comes next.
On this branch, players will be able to test a wide range of gameplay improvements, balance adjustments and new systems designed to deepen strategy and dynamics before they are implemented into the game. Such as:
Game Mode Changes: A new Conquest mode has been introduced with multiple score thresholds (500, 1000, 1500). Points are gained or lost based on zone control, with a fixed tick rate per objective. Destruction points remain unchanged, and phase-based WP compensation has been removed.
Income Changes: Income is now calculated non-linearly based on the number of deployed units, with a cap of 1500 pts. The system is designed to improve early-game dynamics, encourage smaller and lighter armies (including air playstyles) and the ability to extend an army.
General Changes: A new anti-overkill system has been added. Infantry transport vehicles now carry supply crates as an ability that can resupply and heal infantry. Ground units have custom respawn timers visible in their stats. Damage for automatic weapons in the unit info panel is now displayed as damage per second. New map layouts have been introduced, and infantry now inherit stress from destroyed transports.
Recon Units, Infantry, Vehicles, Support Units, Anti-Air, Helicopters, Aircraft and much more….
It’s time to embark on a unique journey – Tides of Tomorrow is out now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by DigixArt in Montpellier, France, the creators of the critically acclaimed Road 96, this atmospheric narrative adventure invites players to shape the fate of a world teetering between destruction and renewal.
Set in a plasticpunk world where humanity’s remnants cling to scattered islands and half-submerged cities, Tides of Tomorrow is a single-player journey where players are never truly alone. Through the Online Story-Link feature, they will constantly feel the presence of other Tidewalkers, choosing to follow or undo their in-game decisions.
By choosing the Story-Link of a DigixArt team member, a favorite streamer, a friend, or even a total stranger, players embark on a mission shaped by the choices of another, while leaving their own lasting mark for future players. Whether they choose to help reconstruct the world or doom it, every path adds another layer to a world suffering from a disease that ravages all forms of life.
Twitch Drops Campaign Starts Today
Starting today, all Tidewalkers – and anyone interested in the game – should check out Twitch. Watch a Tides of Tomorrow stream on any participating channel for a total of 1 hour to receive the exclusive “Twitchwalker” skin. For those who want to dive deeper, a total watch time of 3 hours unlocks the “Mystery Trait” skin. Twitch Drops will be available until May 11th, 2026.
Sounds of Tomorrow
To further immerse players in its evocative world, the original soundtrack of Tides of Tomorrow will be available at launch. The OST will be released digitally on Steam and on major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and Deezer. For collectors and music lovers, the soundtrack will also be available in physical formats, including a deluxe double CD edition and a vinyl edition, celebrating the game’s unique atmosphere.
Soundtrack on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/71570/
Dragonis Games and Iphigames announced that The Shore: Enhanced Edition, the fully adapted and refined console version of the acclaimed Lovecraftian horror adventure, will launch on PlayStation 5 on April 30, 2026. The Xbox Series X|S version is planned for later in 2026.
Originally released on PC in 2021 as the debut title of Dragonis Games and the singular creative vision of Ares Dragonis, The Shore captivated players with its oppressive atmosphere, towering eldritch entities and a deeply personal narrative rooted in the Lovecraftian mythos.
Five years after its original release, the console release marks an important milestone for Dragonis Games and a significant evolution for the IP.
Players had been requesting The Shore on consoles continuously over the years, and I am genuinely glad that through our collaboration with Iphigames, we can finally make the game accessible to even more players. This is a moment we have been working toward for a long time and the Enhanced Edition is the definitive way to experience the island.”
— Ares Dragonis, Founder, Dragonis Games
At the heart of The Shore is a deep and sincere engagement with the Lovecraftian mythos, the literary tradition that H.P. Lovecraft built around cosmic indifference, forbidden knowledge and the terrifying insignificance of humanity in the face of ancient, unknowable forces. This tradition was not merely an aesthetic influence on the game but its philosophical foundation.
NC America officially confirmed today that AION 2, the action-packed, open-world MMORPG, will arrive later this year on Steam and PURPLE platforms. Featuring flight as a signature experience, players can fly freely across a world 36 times larger than the original AION, dive underwater, and engage in aerial combat in PvE and PvP gameplay.
The AION 2 development team has invested deeply in building a version suited for global PC players and will be actively engaging with Western players and media throughout the year. The AION 2 development team will introduce more news for AION 2 in May, and looks forward to answering questions from the community.
First, the AION 2 global version is built specifically for PC.
Second, servers will be hosted locally in North America, South America, Europe, and Japan. AION 2 will be localized to 10 different languages players can choose from in-game: English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Simplified and Traditional Chinese.
Third, starting today, global players can visit the AION 2 Steam page to Wishlist it and check out the official website for details and community activity.
“Aion 2 has continuously updated its content and services, listening closely to the community to elevate the player experience,” said Seunguk Baek, Chief Business Officer, NC. “We want to bring that same level of dedication, community responsiveness, and gameplay quality to players around the world. ”
AION 2 offers both deep PvE and intense PvP, built on a foundation of freedom of movement and flight. The game showcases a best-in-class flying experience packed with spectacular aerial combat and environmental traversal. AION 2 features fast-paced combat that blends precision, timing, and positioning with traditional tab-targeting.
AION 2 brings a varied and deep set of PvE content from solo and four-player dungeons to eight-player raids, where the core gameplay experience is about mastering the game mechanics, movement, and teamwork. AION 2 also offers a variety of PvP activities involving high-stakes fights, from 1v1 and 4v4 arenas to massive-scale, cross-server RvR (Realm-vs-Realm) battles, and the return of the faction-based Abyss from the original AION.
AION 2 KEY FEATURES
STUNNING MASSIVE WORLD TO EXPLORE: AION 2 is a gorgeous high fantasy world 36 times larger than the original game with true freedom of movement.
ACCELERATED COMBAT TEMPO: Precision, timing, and positioning shape every battle in AION 2‘s fast-paced combat.
DEEP CHARACTER CUSTOMIZATION: Players can pick from eight classes and modify more than 200 features for their character.
NEW DRAMATIC STORYLINE: AION 2 is set 200 years after the original conflict. After the destruction of the Tower of Eternity, the traditional Elyos and Asmodian factions must navigate a shattered universe while confronting the newly empowered Balaur faction.
Keen Games today releases Forging the Path, the eighth and final major content update for Enshrouded during Early Access. The deepest systems overhaul in the game’s history, Forging the Path touches every layer of the game: combat, character progression, the new-player experience, crafting, building, and social features, as the studio readies Enshrouded for its 1.0 and console launch this fall. Since entering Early Access in January 2024, Enshrouded has welcomed more than five million players.
“Forging the Path is the update where we tried to focus on what matters most: wishes from our community,” says Antony Christoulakis, Creative Director of Keen Games: “Our players have always helped us to guide the way, and with this update we introduce a first round of relevant improvements for deeper combat, and our first version of ‘Adventure Sharing’ that allows players to share their incredible builds with the community. After 8 major updates, 13 patches, and 36 hotfixes during Early Access, we’re heading full force towards 1.0, but rest assured that there is more to come. We’re committed to support this game for many years beyond 1.0, and hope you will continue to support us on that journey.”
A Complete Combat Overhaul
Combat, skill progression, and gear have been fundamentally reworked in Forging the Path, introducing new systems, deeper mechanics, and more impactful player choices across every playstyle.
Weapon Special Abilities: A new “focus” resource builds with each regular attack. Once the bar is full, players can unleash a devastating weapon-specific special move. The system extends to woodchopping and pickaxing with their own special abilities.
Heavy Attacks: All melee weapons now feature a hold-to-charge heavy attack that deals double damage and greatly impacts the enemy’s stun bar, adding a tactical layer to every encounter.
Two-Handed Weapon Rework: Attack chains for two-handed axes, hammers, and greatswords have been completely overhauled to better match the fantasy of wielding heavy weaponry.
Advanced Enemy Awareness: Enemies now react in stages — from suspicion to active search to full combat — giving players the opportunity to thin out camps strategically before committing to a fight.
Wand & Fireball Improvements: Wand range and durability have been increased, the first-tier Fireball now has a larger explosion radius, and additional resin in early loot tables ensures spells are easier to sustain in the early game.
Deeper Progression and Build Crafting
Skill Upgrades: Skills can now be leveled up after unlocking, allowing players to invest deeply in what matters most. Base unlock costs have been reduced, making it faster to reach the outer branches of the tree. On top of that, armor perks can push skills past the level cap available through skill points alone.
Redesigned Skill Tree Layout: More paths connect the classes, making hybrid builds easier to create. Double Jump has moved to the center for universal access. A new zoom feature and updated visuals round out the overhaul.
Equipment Upgrades: Armor, shields, wards, and rings can now be upgraded with runes, unlocking new perks that strengthen specific playstyles. Higher-quality gear found in the world offers more perk slots, up to legendary. Improved armor calculations mean that upgraded gear provides noticeably better protection than ever before.
Legendary Pilots, the stylised flight simulator that blends accessible flying with career progression and light management systems, is available now on Steam.
With its distinctive pixelated retro look and inviting approach to aviation, Legendary Pilots offers a refreshing take on the genre, one where the focus is not on strict realism but on the experience of being a pilot. From your very first takeoff, you’ll begin building a career defined by smart decisions, steady growth, and the freedom to shape your own journey.
Fly regional routes, transport passengers, and earn your way toward new aircraft while managing the operational side of your growing aviation career. Whether you’re planning your next destination, maintaining your fleet, or climbing the ranks in a competitive airline ecosystem, every choice contributes to your progress.
Designed to be both relaxing and rewarding, Legendary Pilots captures the joy of flight in a rich, stylised world that evolves as you do, one route, one aircraft, and one opportunity at a time.
Key Features
Build Your Pilot Career
Start with humble routes and grow into a seasoned professional, unlocking new aircraft, contracts, and opportunities along the way.
Charming Retro Visual Style
A distinctive pixelated aesthetic combined with stylised 3D environments, evoking classic flight sims with a modern twist.
Fly Turbo-Props and Regional Jets
Take control of a curated lineup of aircraft focused on regional aviation, each offering a unique flying experience.
Accessible Flying, Meaningful Decisions
Simplified navigation systems, including radio compass-based guidance, keep flying approachable while preserving depth.
Own, Maintain, and Expand Your Fleet
Purchase aircraft, manage maintenance, and ensure your operations remain efficient and profitable.
Dynamic Airline Economy
Compete within a living world of AI-driven airlines, where rankings shift based on performance and strategy.
Plan Routes and Transport Passengers
Choose your flights, optimize routes, and keep your operations running smoothly across a detailed fictional world.
Manage Crew and Operations
Balance staffing and logistics as your career expands beyond the cockpit.
AI Air Traffic and Living Skies
Share the airspace with other aircraft, adding immersion and variety to every flight.
Albion Online, the free-to-play fantasy sandbox MMORPG developed by Sandbox Interactive is now available on Xbox Series X|S. The launch marks Albion Online’s first step into the console space, and brings the full experience to Xbox with cross-platform play, meaning players can jump into the same servers whether they’re on Xbox, PC or mobile, with the same characters, items and progression.
The game has been fully optimised for Xbox Series X|S, with UI and navigation systems specifically designed to ensure smooth, quick access to all menus and systems. Controller support has been updated and improved to ensure that gameplay remains responsive and competitive, while being easy to pick up for new players. These upgrades are now available across all platforms so players will have the same controller experience wherever they play.
For players with existing Albion Online accounts, these can be linked on Xbox to continue progress, and both new and existing players who link their account with Xbox Game Pass can unlock exclusive rewards. These include a vanity bundle and three days Premium, which offers benefits and bonuses for players to improve efficiency of in-game activities, and the ability to claim extra rewards.
Currently Albion Online’s creator event, The Crucible II is also running with over 100 creators taking part, including last year’s reigning champion Zizaran. The event sees creators form guilds and go head to head in a battle to earn the most points. For this year’s prize pool Albion Online has partnered with That Works to create weapons inspired by the game, including a massive Kingmaker sword for the winner, and Twin Slayer daggers for second and third places. You can check out the weapons being forged in a video shared here.
Albion Online Key Features:
Console Optimisation: When Albion Online launches for Xbox Series X|S it will include a brand-new UI navigation flow, overhauled combat and accessibility features all designed to work smoothly for console players.
Cross Platform Play: Albion Online is a true cross-platform MMO experience available on Xbox Series X|S, Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iOS. One account lets you play on all platforms.
Player Driven Economy: Nearly every item in the game is crafted by players which can be sold, bought and traded at local marketplaces all across Albion.
Classless Combat System: In Albion, weapons and armour define a player’s skills meaning that switching playstyles is as easy as switching gear.
Face Deadly foes: From solo to small-group to large-scale battles there’s an array of enemies to take on, including small scouting bands to massive bosses, to dungeons and full-blown faction bases.
Put Down Roots: Players can claim land to make their own and use for growing crops to make into food and raising livestock and mounts. Houses can be kitted out with plenty of custom furniture.
Explore A Vast World: With five vivid biomes, each with its own challenges, there’s plenty to discover as players seek out resources, dungeons, or the mystical Roads of Avalon.
Survios, the game studio behind games from globally beloved franchises, expanded the availability of its acclaimed game Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One: Evolved Edition to Nintendo Switch™ 2 today. The action-horror Alien shooter will also be released for PlayStation®4 in the near future. Just in time for Alien Day on April 26, these new editions expands the game’s previous availability on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®5, PC and VR platforms.
New to the Nintendo Switch™ 2 edition, Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One: Evolved Edition optimizes the functionality of the console’s mouse controls. When a Joy-Con is detached and placed on a surface, the game instantly switches to precision mouse aiming with no settings changes required, enabling players with more accurate controls and better aim.
True to the Alien franchise, Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One: Evolved Edition captures the raw horror so viscerally captured by the films. Players step into the boots of rogue Colonial Marine Zula Hendricks in a terrifying story set between the Alien and Aliens films. While investigating a distress call on the remote planet Purdan, Zula uncovers a secret Gemini Exoplanet Solutions blacksite facility overrun by Xenomorphs. Aided by her synthetic companion, Davis 01, Zula must fight to survive against the ferocious and unpredictable threat of the Xenomorph incursion.
Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One: Evolved Edition delivers a cinematic action-horror experience with stunning visuals, 3D audio, Joy-Con mouse controller integration, and more, all of which combine to make players feel like they’ve truly entered the world of Alien.
