Author - Jerry Paxton

Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand Launches Today on Steam

2 weeks ago

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Relic Entertainment today announced that Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand is now available on Steam for $29.99 USD / £23.99 GBP / €28.99 EUR with a 10% introductory discount for two weeks, alongside an additional 20% bundle discount for existing Company of Heroes 3 owners.

Available as a standalone product, Final Stand captures the strategy and intensity of Company of Heroes’ cinematic battles in a fast-paced wave defense experience for solo and cooperative play.

Built on the beloved tactical foundation of Company of Heroes, Final Stand expands the series’ signature combat with roguelite progression that encourages experimentation, adaptation, and replayability. Players must dig in, build layered defenses, and survive against escalating waves of enemy forces across 12 increasingly challenging rounds, featuring intimidating bosses and dynamic battlefield events unique to Final Stand.

Launching during the franchise’s 20th anniversary celebration, Final Stand introduces an intense wave defense experience inspired by Relic’s legacy of fan-favorite survival modes, blending cinematic battlefield action with roguelite progression systems that create a new strategic experience with every run.

Built for both single-player and cooperative play, Final Stand challenges players to hold the line through 12 escalating waves of increasingly dangerous enemy forces. Between rounds, players construct custom battlegroups by selecting randomized units and abilities that persist throughout each run, ensuring no two battles unfold the same way.

Players can command one of four iconic factions:

US Forces
Wehrmacht
British Forces
Deutsches Afrikakorps

Each faction features its own progression path, strategic opportunities, and powerful upgrades that can dramatically alter gameplay.

Beyond individual runs, players unlock persistent progression through faction-specific upgrade trees, earning powerful perks and abilities that encourage experimentation, mastery, and higher-level challenges.

Key Features

All-new standalone Company of Heroes wave defense experience
Single-player and 2-player cooperative gameplay
Command 4 iconic factions with unique strategies and progression paths
Roguelite progression that creates new strategic possibilities every run
36 boss units featuring unique abilities and rewards
18 dynamic battlefield events
8 difficulty levels ranging from newcomer to veteran
5 battlegrounds purpose-built for wave defense gameplay
Survive 12 escalating waves or test your limits in Endless Mode
Faction-specific progression trees with impactful upgrades
Unlock 4 premium cosmetic skin packs
Brand-new announcer voice performances

As part of the Company’s ongoing 20th anniversary celebration, Relic recently announced Company of Heroes™ – Definitive Edition, with additional franchise updates and community initiatives planned throughout the year.

Tank Shooter Tyr Opens Previously Closed Playtest Until August 2ndTank Shooter Tyr Opens Previously Closed Playtest Until August 2nd

2 weeks ago

Jerry Paxton

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Stoke Games is pleased to announce that the playtest for their multiplayer tank shooter, Tyr, is now open to all on Steam and will be run until August 2nd.

Tyr is a free-to-play multiplayer tank shooter that emphasizes strategy over twitch reflexes. Stoke Games has shaped and refined the game based on player feedback through more than three years of playtesting with a private, growing community. The team at Stoke and Tyr’s welcoming community are excited for new players to join the fray and experience a cerebral multiplayer shooter where positioning and strategic decision-making are key to victory.

Today, Stoke has released a new video giving you a beginner-friendly overview on the game’s key systems to prepare you to take to the battlefield. Learn how you can use angles to hit weak spots on enemy tanks and utilize your own tank’s unique armor profile to deflect shots, how you can spot enemies while avoiding being spotted yourself, and how each tank’s ability impacts the battlefield..

In Tyr, your choice of tank can help define the role you take on for your team: focus on the vital task of spotting enemies with a mobile light tank, snipe from distance with a deadly-but-vulnerable damage dealer, or rumble into close engagements and brawls with a heavy tank.

Upgrade and evolve each tank to suit your playstyle with individual tech trees, ammo slots, and component upgrades. Tyr’s progression system respects its players’ time and the game’s competitive integrity; there will be no fancy new tanks reserved only for those prepared to fork out huge wads of cash, no pay-to-win weapons, and no game-breaking consumables. Tyr is free-to-play done right.

Razer Unveils the Huntsman V3 HE Magnetic 8KHz Line

2 weeks ago

Jerry Paxton

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Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Huntsman V3 HE Magnetic 8KHz line, a new Hall Effect (HE) magnetic gaming keyboard addition to its esports keyboard portfolio.

Available in Tenkeyless and Mini 65% form factors, the lineup combines Razer™ Hall Effect Magnetic Switches, true 8000 Hz HyperPolling, and a suite of advanced input controls to deliver cleaner, faster, and more consistent commands.

“The Huntsman V3 HE Magnetic 8KHz line reflects our approach to technologies at Razer,” said Barrie Ooi, Head of PC Gaming Division at Razer. “While our analog optical keyboards remain the benchmark for players seeking the absolute best in esports performance, the Huntsman V3 HE Magnetic 8KHz line is designed for competitive players looking for the best magnetic keyboard.”

Engineered for Magnetic Precision.

At the heart of the lineup are Razer™ Hall Effect Magnetic Switches, engineered for consistent, accurate inputs through magnetic sensing. With adjustable actuation from 0.1 to 4.0 mm, players can fine-tune how each key responds – from ultra-fast inputs for competitive scenarios to more deliberate control for everyday play.

Rapid Trigger Mode allows keys to reset dynamically based on movement rather than a fixed reset point, enabling faster repeated inputs during high-speed gameplay. Combined with a 100-million keystroke lifespan, the switches are built to deliver long-term durability and consistent performance.

Blistering Speed. Near-Zero Latency.

True 8000 Hz HyperPolling delivers faster signal updates between keyboard and system, cutting input delay so actions hit the screen the moment they happen, even during rapid directional changes and fast execution.

In testing with all keyboards set to 0.1 mm actuation and 8000 Hz polling, the Razer™ HE Magnetic switches achieve a 0.60 ms average latency, an 8% advantage over the nearest competing HE magnetic keyboard tested^[1].

Tuned Feel. Balanced Sound.

Beyond performance, the lineup is tuned for keystroke feel and acoustics, delivering a more controlled and consistent typing experience.

Each keypress is engineered for smooth, stable actuation, paired with a balanced sound profile that stays satisfying through extended gameplay and daily typing.

Every Input, a Competitive Advantage.

The Huntsman V3 HE Magnetic 8KHz line introduces a new generation of advanced input controls built for modern competitive play.

Razer™ Snap Flex enables two actions to be assigned to a single key—one on press and another on release—allowing players to create precisely timed action sequences with a single input. For example, a player can begin preparing a grenade on key press, then have the grenade release and jump trigger simultaneously on key release, making timing-critical plays easier and more consistent to execute.

Dynamic Keystroke allows up to four actions to be mapped to a single keystroke based on actuation depth, enabling advanced combos, layered controls, and multi-step actions from a single key. Combined with Instant Cancel Control, players can instantly cancel unwanted follow-up actions when the situation changes, giving them greater control over every input and helping them adapt faster in the heat of battle.

Dual-Keypress Priority protects intended movement inputs from accidental keypresses, ensuring movement remains consistent even when additional directional keys are pressed. This helps players maintain smoother movement and more reliable control during intense gameplay.

Together, these advanced input technologies give players greater control over not just when a key actuates, but how each input behaves throughout every action.

Tune on the Fly. Compete Anywhere.

In addition to full customization through Razer Synapse for PC and quick onboard adjustments directly on the keyboard, the Razer Huntsman V3 HE Magnetic 8KHz line now supports Synapse Web for browser-based control with no software installation required.

With Synapse Web, players can make essential adjustments on the fly, save settings to onboard profiles, and keep their preferred configurations consistent across personal PCs, shared setups, LANs, and tournament environments.

Magnetic, Mastered.

This is Razer’s benchmark for the magnetic category: precision, true 8000 Hz speed, and control that makes every action intentional.

The Huntsman V3 HE Magnetic 8KHz line gives competitive players everything they need to perform when it matters most, and defines what a magnetic esports keyboard should be.

For more information on the Razer Huntsman V3 HE Magnetic 8KHz line, visit https://rzr.to/huntsman-v3-he-magnetic-8k.

^[1] Testing was done across 20 measurements with all keyboards set to 0.1 mm actuation and 8000 Hz polling rate. Percentage is rounded to the nearest whole number. Latency is measured from the moment of actuation of the switch to the signal being received at the USB port on the host device. End-to-end latency might defer depending on test setup and devices used.

Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers Huge 2.0 Update Due on July 30

2 weeks ago

Jerry Paxton

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Yogscast Games and Purple Moss Collectors are going all in to announce that the hit deck-building roguelike Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers is rolling out its biggest expansion yet: Update 2.0 ‘Doubling Down’, launching this Thursday, July 30.

Update 2.0 expands the acclaimed game with a wealth of new content, customisation and challenges for novice card sharks and veteran gamblers alike.

What’s New in Update 2.0 ‘Doubling Down’:

4 Brand New Floors: Test your luck across four fresh, challenging environments: Surveillance, Laboratory, Anxiety and Apathy. Each new floor comes packed with unique events and dangerous foes specific to these levels.
50+ Lucky Charms: Equip powerful new Lucky Charms that remain active throughout the run, each one offering a different effect on your play.
Custom Runs: Take control of your fate! Tweak parameters and tailor your runs with a variety of rules and twists.
Daily Run Mode: Every day brings a new challenge featuring a fixed starting deck and pre-selected run modifiers. Compare strategies and see who can play the best hand!
And So Much More: 3 new cards, a new Unique Chip, reworked existing cards and Unique Chips, new foes to face on existing floors AND Steam Trading Cards!

Whether you’re looking to build game-breaking card combos or take on the daily global challenge, Update 2.0 is doubling down on everything players love about Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers.

Also, to celebrate this massive milestone, new players can jump into the high-stakes action with a limited time 50% off Steam Daily Deal promotion, starting July 30!

NASCAR 26 Debuts First Gameplay Trailer

2 weeks ago

Jerry Paxton

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NASCAR and iRacing Studios today debuted the official gameplay trailer for NASCAR 26, available to pre-order starting today. The newest game in the franchise will launch September 18 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam, introducing the biggest gameplay evolution yet with dynamic track technology, cross-platform multiplayer, an enhanced driving model, burnout celebrations, a standalone game mode featuring The Chase, and an all-new Peak Performance training mode, making it the most authentic NASCAR experience ever delivered on console.

“Our fans told us they wanted iRacing Studios to build the next NASCAR console game, and they delivered,” said Nick Rend, Vice President of Interactive & Emerging Platforms at NASCAR. “The response to NASCAR 25 reflected the momentum we’re seeing around NASCAR video games, and NASCAR 26 takes another meaningful step forward with improvements across the entire experience, from how the cars drive and tracks evolve to cross-platform play that brings the community together. This is the most complete and authentic NASCAR console game we have delivered.”

NASCAR 26 will build upon the success of NASCAR 25, developed by iRacing, which launched on PC and consoles last fall. This year’s game, which features NASCAR star Kyle Larson as its cover driver, once again includes four NASCAR series – the NASCAR Cup Series, O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, Craftsman Truck Series, and ARCA Menards Series – with real drivers from each series, along with a groundbreaking new dynamic track feature that evolves over the course of every race weekend.

Built in collaboration with NASCAR and powered by iRacing Studios’ industry-leading simulation technology, NASCAR 26 continues the franchise’s commitment to delivering an authentic representation of the sport both on and off the track.

Additional features include:

New and improved game modes including an enhanced career mode with a new facilities feature and team upgrades, a standalone mode featuring The Chase, a new training mode, and cross-platform multiplayer
Visual upgrades including improved graphics, skies, and dynamic lighting, plus better replay cameras
More realistic racing with the new dynamic track technology, enhanced calibration tools for controls and force feedback, an improved driving model with overhauled tire and braking models, better driver AI, a particle system that enhances smoke, debris, and rubber buildup, and a 750 HP package
New additions such as burnout celebrations, an all-new Ram truck, a new spotter (Freddie Kraft), and a trophy room
New tracks including the Qualcomm Circuit at Naval Base Coronado, Chicagoland, and St. Petersburg
A host of other improvements with updated driver ratings, an improved paint kit, safety violations, DNFs and much, much more

“NASCAR 26 isn’t just about adding new features, it is to continue our long-term approach to building the most authentic NASCAR console franchise ever created,” said Matt Lewis, Vice President and Senior Producer at iRacing Studios. “Dynamic track technology means conditions evolve throughout a race weekend, the improvements we’ve made to the driving model, the new modes we’ve added… it’s all rooted in one of the founding principles of iRacing; leading with an authentic experience for our fans. We’re excited for players to experience NASCAR 26 this September.”

Beginning today, fans can pre-order NASCAR 26 at www.NASCAR26.com and choose from a Standard Edition ($59.99) and Gold Edition ($79.99), with Gold Edition owners receiving three days of early access beginning on September 15, four monthly paint scheme DLC packs, 1,000 career mode rep points, a $10,000 career bonus, and more.

Launching on September 18, NASCAR 26 will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam.

NASCAR 26 continues the sport’s expanding investment in interactive entertainment and fan engagement, bringing the latest innovations from the track to players around the world. For more information, to pre-order the game or watch the official gameplay trailer, visit www.NASCAR26.com.

1666 Amsterdam New Gameplay Feature Trailer

2 weeks ago

Jerry Paxton

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Panache Digital Games has released a new Gameplay Feature for 1666: Amsterdam, offering a closer look at the two protagonists at the heart of the upcoming story-led action-adventure from creative director Patrice Désilets.

Meet Noa, heir to an ancient lineage of Zaindaris tasked with hunting down the Originals, and Aaron, mysteriously summoned 300 years into the past and trapped inside the body of a cat.

Bound together across centuries, the two must work as one to uncover hidden truths and confront an ancient force threatening the balance of the world.

This new Gameplay Feature also offers a closer look at the mystical tools and powers that shape Noa’s journey and the unique bond that defines their adventure.

DreamWorks Animation’s Shrek Available Now in Brawlhalla

2 weeks ago

Jerry Paxton

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Today, Ubisoft, in collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences, launched the Brawlhalla x DreamWorks Animation’s Shrek crossover event. Running through August 19, this partnership brings the films’ unforgettable characters—Shrek, Fiona, and Puss in Boots—from the beloved franchise to Brawlhalla as playable characters, with Donkey as a Companion.

The integration is timed to the 25th anniversary of the Academy Award^® winning Shrek and arrives ahead of DreamWorks Animation’s all-new chapter in the franchise, with Shrek 5 premiering in theaters next summer.

Players can expect to see their favorite Shrek characters with the following features:

Shrek – The irascible but lovable hero joins Brawlhalla as a Mythic Crossover and uses his ogre strength during battles.
Princess Fiona – Assertive and independent, Fiona brawls in her signature green dress as a Mythic Crossover.
Puss in Boots – Puss in Boots will harness his swordsmanship—along with his suaveness and feline prowess—when facing opponents and will be available as an Epic Crossover.
Donkey – The ultimate enthusiastic best bud, Donkey joins as a Companion and will react to the events of the battle.

The event will also include two Maps: Shrek’s Swamp, a Competitive Map, and Shrek’s Muddy Swamp, a Casual Map with a brand-new mud hazard developed for this crossover! Both Maps feature Shrek’s iconic swamp as the backdrop. Players can purchase other items inspired by unforgettable characters from Far Far Away, including a KO Effect of Mongo the giant gingerbread man and Emoji Skins featuring Lord Farquaad, Dragon, and Pinocchio.

Multiplayer Events Slide into JDM: Japanese Drift Master

2 weeks ago

Jerry Paxton

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We’re happy to announce that a big update for JDM is out now!. The patch includes a new Side Story Campaign, complete with 8 new events; some long awaited bug fixes and Multiplayer Events.

Console players of JDM will have to wait a little longer for the multiplayer update, however both the Story Campaign expansion, as well some bugfixing will be patched in today.

We also have good news for PlayStation 5 steering wheel drivers – we’ve added basic support for Fanatec steering wheels.

Multiplayer Events

In the PC version of the game we’ve added a variety of races to multiplayer, available directly from the open world, as well as the main menu of the game.

There are 15 races available in total, spread between:

Grip races – your usual ‘get to the finish line first’. Up to 8 players in the lobby.
Drift races – score more drift points than your opponents. Up to 8 players in the lobby.
1 vs. 1 Challenges – focused primarily on touge and drift touge races.

Some of the events take place in instanced parts of the open world, others at racing tracks available in the game. We want you to check all of them yourselves, but to build some expectations, here are a few examples of what to expect:

Haikama Lake Drift – a drift race around the Haikama Lake
Highway Grip – a race on highways around the entire Guntama map
Tofuna Downhill / Uphill 1vs. 1 drift / grip races – the legendary skyline awaits the best drivers to dominate its tight, mountainous corners!

And many more!

Side Mission Campaign – Ayumi

Following our format of expanding the single player campaign of JDM through each boss’s backstories, we have prepared the next chapter, this time about Ayumi.

Players will receive 8 new events, narrated through manga pages and a reward after completing all of them – Ayumi’s unique car.

The Side Story Campaign will be added for free for all owners of JDM and will be available on all platforms simultaneously.

Satisfactory Board Game Announced

2 weeks ago

Jerry Paxton

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Coffee Stain Publishing, MOOD Publishing, and Coffee Stain Studios are pleased to announce that their award-winning factory building game Satisfactory is set to be available as a board game adaptation. Designed and produced by MOOD Publishing — publisher of both the Deep Rock Galactic and Valheim board games — the title was revealed today at the Gamefound Feast, with crowdfunding to begin in September.

Satisfactory: The Board Game is a 1-4 player competitive, sandbox tabletop experience adapted from the critically acclaimed logistics game. Compete with your fellow FICSIT Pioneers to extract the natural resources of MASSAGE-2(A-B)b and be the first to finish the Space Elevator to save humanity and, of course, become Employee of the Month.

Ready your toolbelts and sharpen your wits to take on a new challenge in this new Satisfactory experience. Key features include:

World Exploration: The world of MASSAGE-2(A-B)b is diverse, with many secrets to discover and to be used to your advantage. Explore the world and identify resource locations to decide where best to place your factory.
Factory Optimisation: Automation is key to your success. Construct and expand your production lines with machines and conveyor belts to produce increasingly complex parts, all whilst balancing your energy production to maintain operational efficiency.
Technology Advancements: Complete projects and milestones to unlock new and advanced technologies that will further improve your factory output and earn your place as FICSIT Employee of the Month.
Play Solo or With Friends: Whether your FICSIT department is a single-person operation, or a four-person mission, mark your spot in the FICSIT hall of fame.

Satisfactory: The Board Game is developed in close collaboration between Coffee Stain Studios and MOOD Publishing, creating a world which will make both board game enthusiasts and fans of the video game feel right at home. More information about the game, artwork, and component designs will be shared in the coming months, building up to the launch of the crowdfunding campaign later this year.

The Sinking City 2 Releases 12+ Minute Gameplay Trailer

2 weeks ago

Jerry Paxton

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Today, Frogwares has released a new 12-minute gameplay trailer for The Sinking City 2, its upcoming Lovecraftian survival horror game launching on August 18, 2026, for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.

The new trailer features never-before-seen gameplay captured in the Arkham Fish Market, once a bustling waterfront hub alive with merchants, dockworkers, fishermen, and travelers. Today, it stands as a decaying monument to the evacuated city. Rusting ships sit abandoned in the harbor, empty storefronts line the flooded halls, and the workshops that once supported the local fleets have long since fallen silent. Eldritch monstrosities now stalk the market’s walkways, while only the most unhinged survivors remain, as the flood seeps further and further into their minds.

The footage also offers a closer look at protagonist Calvin Rafferty in combat, showcasing more advanced weapons and the tougher encounters awaiting players as they face larger, deadlier, and increasingly unpredictable horrors.