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LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight The Game Awards Trailer

2025/12/12
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Warner Bros. Games and DC today announced LEGO® Batman™: Legacy of the Dark Knight is scheduled to launch worldwide on May 29, 2026, for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). Starting tonight (Dec. 11) at 8 p.m. PST, players can pre-order the Standard and Deluxe Editions of the game on the aforementioned platforms* (full content details below).

As part of the announcement during The Game Awards, the audience was greeted by a special guest presenter – LEGO Batman live from the Batcave, who introduced a brand-new trailer with a first look at action-packed gameplay of several playable characters and DC Super-Villains.

Joining the Caped Crusader in the fight to save Gotham City are Robin with his trusty line launcher, Nightwing and his battle staff, Batgirl sporting her versatile hackarang, and Catwoman with her signature whip and loyal companion kitten – all equipped with their own unique abilities, progression trees, combos, and gadgets.

The trailer also revealed new DC Super-Villains that players will take on, such as Two-Face, Poison Ivy, Firefly, and Mr. Freeze, along with other members of the notorious Rogues Gallery in The Joker, The Penguin, Ra’s al Ghul, and Bane. Plus, fans will catch an initial glimpse of the iconic Batmobile from Batman: The Animated Series and Batpod from The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises films, which can be used to traverse the in-game open world.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Standard Edition

  • Pre-Order ($69.99) on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store)

  • Main Story Campaign

    • Bruce Wayne’s journey from origin to legend as he trains with The League of Shadows, becomes the hero of Gotham City, and forges a new family of allies with Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl, Jim Gordon, Catwoman, and Talia al Ghul who each bring unique skills and signature gadgets to uncover crimes, complete challenges, and explore an immersive Gotham City full of secrets and surprises.

    • Players will confront an ever-growing threat from across Batman’s Rogues Gallery, facing off against The Joker, The Penguin, Mr. Freeze, Poison Ivy, Ra’s al Ghul, Bane, and more.

  • 100 Suits & Outfits

    • An array of Batsuits and individual outfits for every playable character, inspired by Batman’s legacy in film, television, comics, and games.

  • Over 20 Vehicles

    • A range of Batmobiles and Batcycles to drive around Gotham City’s open world in style, including rides like the legendary Tumbler.

  • Over 250 Batcave Props & Trophies

    • A wide range of items to display and customize the Batcave and celebrate achievements.

  • Pre-Order Bonus

    • All pre-orders will receive The Dark Knight Returns Batsuit (at launch), inspired by the acclaimed comic book series.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Deluxe Edition

  • Pre-Order ($89.99) on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store)

  • All LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Standard Edition Content & Pre-Order Bonus

  • Legacy Collection (Available at Launch)

    • Arkham Trilogy Pack, Batman Beyond Pack, and Party Music Pack – Over 30 launch-day items across three (3) themed content packs, each with seven (7) new suits (one [1] per playable character), one (1) new Batmobile, and a set of five (5) Batcave customization props.

  • Mayhem Collection (Available Sept. 2026)

    • New Mayhem Mode featuring The Joker and Harley Quinn as playable characters with their own abilities, gadgets, and takedowns.

    • New Story Mission with The Joker and Harley Quinn breaking out of Arkham Asylum and causing chaos on the streets of Gotham City.

    • Sinister Pack – Seven (7) new suits (one [1] per original playable character), one (1) new Batmobile, and a set of five (5) Batcave customization props.

  • Pre-Order Bonus

    • Deluxe Edition pre-orders will receive 72-hour early access to the game beginning on May 26, prior to the main launch on May 29.

Sci-fi Thriller Ontos Announced at The Game Awards 2025

2025/12/12
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Video games publisher and creative studio Kepler Interactive and Frictional Games, the independent developer known for SOMA, and the Penumbra and Amnesia series, have today revealed their newest project, ONTOS, a sci-fi mystery thriller coming to PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S next year. Featuring Golden Globe winner Stellan Skarsgård within its talented cast, ONTOS has been developed as a spiritual successor to the critically acclaimed SOMA by the talented Swedish development team, bringing their immersive gameplay systems and unrivalled storytelling and worldbuilding to the next level.

Watch the ONTOS Announcement trailer here:

In ONTOS, players will become Aditi Amani, a resourceful engineer, as she explores the repurposed moon hotel Samsara in search of the truth around her estranged father. Samsara is a vast labyrinth built atop the ruins of a failed mining colony, and players will explore this open, interconnected environment in their quest for the truth. Every corner of Samsara tells a story, and every story has something hiding beneath the surface, waiting to be found…

Players will scavenge for helpful items, manipulate intricate machinery and face intense tests of morality as they encounter horrific Experiments throughout Samsara. There is no ‘one solution’ to the obstacles players will encounter in ONTOS. Players will need to use their wits and ingenuity to reach the narrative’s mysterious conclusions and face the consequences of their choices.

“After more than 10 years of development it is incredibly exciting to finally announce ONTOS. This is easily our most ambitious project yet in terms of scope, production values and sheer thematic ambitions,” says Thomas Grip, creative director and co-founder of Frictional Games. “Where SOMA tackled consciousness, ONTOS aims to do the same thing with the very nature of reality. A lofty goal – yes – and a risky one too. I feel we have managed to create something that does just that though – a game that lets you actively engage with the mysteries of existence headfirst. I am personally dying to see how players react to it.”

Developed using their new, proprietary HPL4 engine, Frictional Game’s most thought-provoking work yet will release in collaboration with Kepler Interactive, the publisher behind a curated collection of culturally resonant, bold and timeless games including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Rematch, Sifu, Pacific Drive and Ultros. “Kepler is always drawn to teams like Frictional Games that share our passion for creativity and art that feels alive. ONTOS is bold, unsettling and beautifully weird. It’s the kind of project that captures the magic of true auteurs and Hollywood talent coming together to explore the strange and tell a story that could only exist in video games,” says Alexis Garavaryan, CEO of Kepler Interactive.

ONTOS was previously teased back in September 2025 via an innovative and immersive ARG (Alternate Reality Game) made in collaboration with Kepler Interactive, ONTOS’ global publishing partner. Via a mysterious clue found in SOMA’s 10th anniversary update on PC, players could discover a series of social accounts, websites and strange messages that led them to uncover some early teases about ONTOS’ philosophical story themes and locations.

Players can wishlist ONTOS now on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S ahead of its release in 2026. For more information, visit: www.ontosgame.com.

TankRat Announcement Trailer

2025/12/12
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Alpha Channel today revealed TankRat, the bold evolution of their acclaimed vehicular-action odyssey TankHead. Revealed during The Game Awards in partnership with Kepler Interactive, TankRat delivers explosive combat and cataclysmic mecha-mayhem as it heads towards launch on Steam and PlayStation 5 in Spring 2026.

As a thank you to early supporters, all existing players on the Epic Games Store will receive the full TankRat update as a free day-one upgrade.

Watch the explosive new trailer here:

TankRat puts players in control of Whitaker, a digitized human consciousness capable of fusing with fully customizable war machines – the only way humans can exist in the world after a mysterious cataclysmic event. Battle through a brutal, war-torn wasteland teeming with mechanical monstrosities. Dismantle enemies, harvest their parts and rebuild stronger for the next fight. Every mission is a test of survival, strategy and sheer firepower as you descend deeper into the mechanical mystery at the heart of TankRat.

Fighting through the Event Containment Area, players must traverse the crumbling wasteland that has been left to ruin by the mechanical cancer of unchecked human ambition. The truth to salvation lies in the fabled city of Highpoint, but the lands between are home to colossal monsters that guard the Dead Zone, making the journey perilous for all who dare attempt it. Challenging these massive machines will test even the most battle-hardened pilots, but every fallen giant becomes a valuable resource. Tear away what remains useful, fuse their power with your own and give yourself a better chance to survive what awaits in the deeper reaches of the wasteland.

Be tactical, be scrappy and you might just survive.

Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic Announced

2025/12/12
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Arcanaut Studios announced Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic™ with a teaser trailer revealed live at The Game Awards™ 2025. Created in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic is a narrative-driven single-player action RPG where you step into the role of a Force user on a journey through a galaxy on the edge of rebirth.

Led by Casey Hudson, Arcanaut Studios unites veteran storytellers and developers to create a spiritual successor to Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic™ that blends innovative storytelling, memorable characters, and heart-pounding combat. Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic immerses players in an unforgettable experience where every decision deepens their journey toward light or darkness.

“Working on Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic was one of the defining experiences of my career,” said Casey Hudson, Game Director at Arcanaut Studios. “With Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, we’re telling a completely new and different story with everything we’ve learned since – crafting an adventure about choice, destiny, and the timeless struggle between light and dark. It’s a dream come true to once again collaborate with Lucasfilm Games.”

“We look for partners who have the drive and the leadership to build something groundbreaking, and that’s what we see in Casey,” said Jay Ong, President of Disney Games Group. “Under Casey’s direction, Arcanaut Studios is assembling a team with a deep passion for storytelling and building immersive worlds. Their vision for Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic is exactly the kind of ambitious, high-quality experience we want to deliver for our players.”

“The Old Republic era is a rich and beloved part of the Star Wars™ galaxy, and we are thrilled to be exploring a fresh story that we’ve never seen before in Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic,” said Douglas Reilly, VP and GM of Lucasfilm Games. “Arcanaut Studios shares our enthusiasm for the galaxy far, far away, and their plan for this new narrative is inspiring. We believe fans will be delighted by the journey that awaits them, and we can’t wait to share more.”

Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic is in early development for PC and consoles. Visit ArcanautStudios.com to stay up to date on the latest news.

Solasta II Early Access Date and Cast Reveal Trailer

2025/12/11
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Revealed today during The Game Awards, the epic turn-based RPG based on tabletop RPG systems, Solasta II, will enter Early Access on March 12, 2026. Players must lead the four adopted Colwall siblings through the unknown lands of Neokos, as they collide with divine legacies and mortal ambitions, on their quest to discover the truth their mother took to her grave. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2975950/Solasta_II/

Watch the thrilling new trailer on YouTube here:

Bound by a covenant left unfinished by their late mother, the siblings find themselves drawn into an ancient conflict that threatens to consume their world and unravel their family. Alongside their elder siblings, Rickard and Deorcas, they must navigate loyalties strained by grief, faith tested by darkness; with each step forward revealing how thin the line truly is between devotion and damnation.

As players traverse the fractured land, they must forge uneasy alliances, challenge the very will of the gods and be forced to make impossible choices that strike too close to home. Power always comes at a price; the question is whether it’s one you’re willing to pay.

Alongside the expanded narrative, striking cinematic visuals and deep tactical gameplay systems, Solasta II introduces a distinguished cast of voice actors to bring its heroes and villains to life:

  • Amelia Tyler (Baldur’s Gate III, Hades II) as Shadwyn
  • An ancient, unknowable force whose corruption spreads across the continent, threatening to plunge Neokos into darkness.
  • Ben Starr (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Final Fantasy XVI) as Rickard Colwall
  • The eldest of the Colwall siblings, a steadfast light in a darkening world, whose loyalty runs deeper than blood.
  • Devora Wilde (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Baldur’s Gate III) as Deorcas Colwall
  • A formidable warrior whose grief has driven her to doubt her faith, leading her down a path of darkness.
  • Ellen Thomas (Arcane) as Anabasia
  • A charismatic and manipulative leader, whose silver tongue is as dangerous as any sword.

Staying true to its tabletop roots, Solasta II perfects upon Tactical Adventures’ signature combat design, implementing the 2024 SRD ruleset to deliver the definitive D&D experience to truly capture the spirit of sitting around the table with friends, dice in hand.

All aspiring party members are invited to join the conversation and be part of helping shape the future of Solasta II in the official Discord.

Neolithic Dawn Unleashed on Meta Quest

2025/12/11
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Windows PC News

The wait is finally over as VR survival fans can now enjoy the official launch of Neolithic Dawn for Meta Quest 2, 3 & 3S.

Originally beginning life five years ago as a PC VR title, Neolithic Dawn saw its first public release as an Early Access game for Meta Quest in the Summer of 2025. After months of updates from the Neolithic team, Neolithic Dawn delivers a VR survival adventure like no other.

Set in 10,000 BC, North America – with locations inspired by the region – in Neolithic Dawn, you are a hunter-gatherer who learns that your lineage is on a great quest. But this cannot be achieved in one lifetime, as the prehistoric era is filled with many dangers. Using a unique multi-generational permadeath system, death is not the end, as you’ll be reborn 20 years later. This can lead to many lives being lived and centuries passing.

To survive this harsh and unpredictable climate, you’ll have to craft tools and weapons by hand, explore vast open maps and hunt dangerous beasts. Balance key elements like hunger, thirst, energy and warmth to stay alive, building fires for warmth and to cook food. Animals can be hunted but they can also be tamed, providing a valuable companion on your journey.

Neolithic Dawn v1.0 Key Features:

  • Multi-generational Permadeath – Death is not the end, only a new beginning as you become your descendant
  • Innovative Tutorial – Learn how to survive by becoming your ancestor and having to protect yourself as a baby!
  • Realistic Challenges – Carefully balance Hunger, Thirst, Energy, and Warmth in order to survive each day
  • Crafting – Use resources from the environment to build tools and weapons to feed and protect yourself
  • Master the Environment – Encounter deadly prehistoric beasts that can either be killed or tamed
  • Social Prehistory – Take on these harsh lands with friends in 4-player co-op or hang out around the campfire and be social

Neolithic Dawn is available now on the Horizon Store for Meta Quest, priced at $19.99 USD/£9.99 GBP. To mark the occasion, a 25% launch discount is available during the first week, joining other VR games in the Horizon Store Holiday Sale.

A PC VR edition is available on Steam, which is currently in early access.

DECREPIT Game Awards Announcement Trailer

2025/12/11
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Jämmerdal Games, a new Swedish development studio founded by solo developer Olof Hagelin in his small closet, and publisher Three Friends have announced Decrepit, a dark fantasy first-person souls-like, live at the Game Awards.

In Decrepit, every death drags you back to the dungeons below, stripped of all equipment. Armed with only the knowledge gained from each escape attempt and whatever you can loot from undead inmates and guards, the only path out is learning the castle’s layout before it kills you.

Each run begins in a different cell of the hand-crafted castle, but memorizing the winding halls, unlocking shortcuts and understanding enemy patterns reveals the path to escape. Players must overcome challenging bosses to ascend to each new area, but the real progression is mastery – learning the castle well enough to make each run more efficient than the last.

Inspired by classic first-person action games like Hexen, dungeon crawlers like Eye of the Beholder, and modern souls-likes, Decrepit emphasises spatial mastery over power creep. Keen-eyed explorers will find hidden secrets throughout the castle that provide permanent bonuses. Helpful, but never a replacement for knowledge and execution.

Key gameplay features of Decrepit include:

  • Stamina-Based First-Person Combat – Combat focused on positioning, timing, and mastering weapon movesets. Each weapon has distinct attack patterns – light attacks, heavy strikes. Spells slot naturally into melee openings for strategic combinations. Study enemy telegraphs and exploit openings, or pay the price.
  • Equipment-Based Classes – Classes emerge from equipment you find. You can carry one weapon, one staff, and one armor piece at a time – these three slots define your current build. Collecting matching gear from the same archetype (Mage, Warrior, Rogue, or Shaman) unlocks set bonuses and unique abilities. Adapt to whatever the next slain enemy drops, or commit to hunting down a complete set.
  • Variable Encounters in a Fixed World – The castle layout never changes, but enemy encounters vary. Familiar foes appear in different positions. Rare threats emerge to challenge veterans. Hand-crafted architecture meets dynamic encounters to keep each run tense, even when you think you know every corner.
  • Master the Layout, Unlock the Path – Shortcuts stay unlocked. Elevators remain active. Secrets stay found. Early runs feel endless. Later, you’re sprinting through sections that once took twenty minutes, heading straight for the challenge ahead. The castle compresses as you learn it.
  • A Decaying Medieval Prison – From suffocating dungeons to rain-soaked courtyards, explore interconnected areas in a castle where the living have been replaced by the dead. Prisoners still wear their chains. Guards still patrol their posts. Even servants who died mid-task now attack from inside whatever confined them. The world is oppressive, but it follows rules – learn them, and they become tools for survival.

“Decrepit knows exactly what it is and doesn’t apologize for it,” says Albert Säfström, Co-Founder and Producer at Three Friends. “It’s a tightly designed challenge with no filler, no bloat – just you, the castle, and the skills you’ve earned. It’s not for everyone but there’s a certain kind of player who’s been waiting for this. If you know, you know.”

Firefighting Simulator: Ignite Parker’s Story DLC Launch Trailer

2025/12/11
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

New content for the recently German Developer Award–winning game Firefighting Simulator: Ignite is available now. The release trailer launching today offers a first look at the new missions included in the “Parker’s Story DLC,” which revisits the past of one of the crew members.

Parker is an experienced firefighter with the Oakridge City Fire Department who has so far supported players as an NPC crew member. This DLC looks back to the past when Parker himself takes command of a response team during a high-risk operation. What initially appears routine soon turns into a challenge that tests Parker’s master plan, fueling growing tensions with his team.

The new “Parker’s Story DLC” adds two new story missions that deliver fresh, intense deployments while also revealing more about the backstory of crew member Andrew Parker.

The Parkers’ Story DLC is now available for 4.99 EUR / 4.99 USD (SRP) on PC, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. The DLC is part of the Year 1 Season Pass.

Firefighting Simulator: Ignite is available for PC, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. The Firefighting Simulator: Ignite – Year 1 Edition can be purchased for PC, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. This Edition includes the base game, the Fire Station Companion Pack and the Year 1 Season Pass. With the Year 1 Season Pass, players save more than 35% compared to purchasing the included DLCs individually. Throughout the Year 1 Season, a cosmetic pack, two vehicle packs, three mission expansions, and one major expansion will be released.

For a full overview of available offers and game editions, please visit the official website.

Star Wars: Shadow of Maul Comic Series Sets Up Shadow Lord Animated Series

2025/12/11
Jerry Paxton
Book News, Comics News, Geek News, Movie News, News

One of the most feared villains of the galaxy far, far away returns next year in Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, a new animated series set after the events of the final season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars. In March, Marvel Comics will pave the way for the Disney+ series with STAR WARS: SHADOW OF MAUL, a five-issue prequel series written by Marvel superstar Benjamin Percy, who wrote the Sith Lord in last year’s Star Wars: Darth Maul – Black, White & Red series, and drawn by Madibek Musabekov, known for his acclaimed work on the recent Star Wars: Jedi Knights series.

Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord will reveal Maul’s plan to rebuild his criminal syndicate on Janix, a planet untouched by the Empire. STAR WARS: SHADOW OF MAUL introduces this new setting and cast, including Captain Brander Lawson and his partner, a droid nicknamed Two Boots, as they investigate shadowy dealings on Janix.

Welcome to Janix, a neon-lit, shadow-soaked maze of a planet that lies beyond the reach of the Empire. Captain Brander Lawson is doing his best to navigate the law in a lawless territory. He’s joined by his partner, a droid nicknamed Two Boots, as they face off against scheming crime bosses…and as the looming threat of the shadow lord, Maul, nears!

“I’ve said it before: I’m a giant Star Wars nerd,” Percy shared. “My previous experience writing in a galaxy far, far away—Darth Maul – Black, White, and Red, Boba Fett – Black, White, and Red—was an absolute delight. But those were one-shots. Flirtations with the franchise. With Shadow of Maul, I’m able to share a more expansive story about one of my favorite characters, while also exploring a fresh angle on the Star Wars universe.

“This is a sci-fi story, but it’s also a crime story,” he continued. “It’s a story about cops, criminal syndicates, a neon-lit, shadow-alleyed city that hides many sins and secrets. I’m teamed up with an artist who’s already a Star Wars veteran and legend: Madibek Musabeckov. His art is gritty and grounded and perfectly matches the noir tone. We’ve been in close contact with Lucasfilm—reading scripts and watching episodes of this fantastic new animated series—and our story will serve as a prelude to what viewers will see play out on the screen.”

Check out covers by Derrick Chew, AKA, and Björn Barends along with a sneak peek at interior artwork and preorder STAR WARS: SHADOW OF MAUL #1 at your local comic shop today! For more information, visit Marvel.com.

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader Out Now on Nintendo Switch 2

2025/12/11
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch 2, Trailers / Videos

By the grace of the God Emperor, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader made landfall today on Nintendo Switch 2. After a successful launch on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox almost exactly two years ago, players on Switch 2 can now dive into the grim and opulent world of Owlcat Games’ acclaimed CRPG for the first time.

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is the first Warhammer 40K game available on Nintendo Switch 2. It includes the base game with all its updates, totaling over 100 hours of playtime. The DLCs Void Shadows and Lex Imperialis are not yet available on Switch 2, but will be added at a later date.

In Rogue Trader, players take on the role of a scion of an ancient dynasty of daring privateers who reign over their own trade protectorate and explore the fringes of Imperial space with the blessing of the Emperor Himself. By virtue of their Warrant of Trade, the Rogue Trader is endowed with privileges and power beyond imagination, as well as the task of expanding the borders of the Imperium. A gargantuan voidship of immense strength and innumerable personnel ready to follow their leader without question is at their disposal. Show your subjects mercy or disdain, stay faithful to the Emperor or consort with the enemies of Humanity — the Rogue Trader’s every decision sends ripples across entire star systems, changing the in-game world and those who inhabit it.

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is available now on Nintendo Switch 2 for 49.99 USD/EUR with a 10% launch discount.

Players can also purchase the main game and its two current DLCs on PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and GOG, as well as on console via PlayStation 4|5 and Xbox One and Series X|S.