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Where Dolls Hang Announcement Trailer

Steelkrill Studio announced Where Dolls Hang, A game inspired by a real-life location in Mexico and puts you in the role of a detective. Players will investigate by marking clues, handling bodies, and surviving on a boat while navigating wetlands, swamps, and forests filled with hanging dolls. Along the way, you’ll craft weapons and build your own shelter to stay alive.

The game is inspired by Isla de las Muñecas in Mexico, also known as the Island of dolls. The game blends the survival, crafting, and exploration of The Forest with the psychological tension and atmosphere of Silent Hill, P.T and Outlast.

Unlike traditional survival horror experiences, Where Dolls Hang puts players in the role of a detective. Trapped within an unnatural “Forest of Dolls,” players must investigate missing person cases by examining bodies, collecting clues, placing evidence markers, and documenting crime scenes with an in-game camera, all while surviving the dangers lurking within the woods.

Described as a blend of The Forest, Outlast, P.T and Silent Hill, Where Dolls Hang combines survival mechanics, exploration, and crafting with psychological horror and a unique forensic investigation system rarely seen in the genre.

FreeFall ’95 Launch Trailer

Indie developer S-Bend Games is excited to announce their debut game, Freefall ‘95, is out now on Steam. Play as a sole survivor of a mid-air disaster, plummeting towards Earth through a variety of levels, from clear, blue skies to stormy mountains, erupting volcanoes, and more.

Combine sick tricks, attempt deadly stunts, and collect items to build up huge brain-tickling scores. Dodge various airborne hazards such as broken aircraft parts and flaming debris, as each hit you take will deal damage and risk ending your run prematurely. Eventually, you’ll inevitably meet your doomed fate, only for you to wake back up on the plane, stuck in a twisted time loop, and do it all again. Inspired by classic arcade extreme sports games of the ‘90s, Freefall ‘95 takes the player back to simpler times with its nostalgic art style and soundtrack.

Well, don’t just sit there, do something! Throughout your free fall, make use of the items nearest to you by grabbing broken parts, passenger belongings, or even…snakes? Then, fall with style while performing tricks like backflips, somersaults, and the Worm. Picking up items while performing tricks seriously amplifies your score, so try your best to chain as many combos as you can before eating the ground face-first! Bullet hell fans will find a special treat waiting for them, as with each new level, new environmental-based objects, obstacles and quests are introduced. Ice blasts, lightning, and even flaming projectiles; each zone presents a checklist of challenges you must complete to advance. Aim for clean, smooth runs as you compete for high scores on the leaderboard against your friends on every level!

While in the peaceful confines of the pre-devastated plane, interact with your fellow passengers and take on quests to discover what might be causing this aviation nightmare. Spend your hard-earned coins from previous runs on useful items and upgrades that’ll make future falls more enjoyable. Try out each ability item, experiencing levels in wild new ways, and find items during your falls to share with other passengers for their insights. As you unlock new levels, uncover more of the narrative, slowly piecing together what’s really going on. If you’re lucky enough, you might just unravel the mystery and save yourself from a doomed flight… but do you really want to?

Island Of Winds Icelandic Dreamland Trailer

Publisher ESDigital Games and developer Parity Games are excited to reveal new gameplay footage and story details for their upcoming narrative adventure, Island of Winds, a narrative adventure set in a mythical vision of 17th-century Iceland for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. In a genre crowded with combat, Island of Winds stands apart: there is no fighting-fighting. The player progresses entirely through magic tied to empathy, balance, and an understanding of the natural world.

Players take on the role of Brynhildur, a young Balance Keeper whose quiet life is shattered when her homestead is attacked and her mentor vanishes. Guided by ancient magic and her bond with the land, she sets out across a fractured island to uncover forgotten truths, aid troubled mythical beings, and restore balance to a world slowly coming undone.

The newly revealed footage offers a closer look at the game’s semi-open environments, environmental puzzles, spellcasting mechanics, and narrative-driven exploration. Drawing on authentic Icelandic folklore, history, and landscapes, players traverse windswept coastlines, frozen mountain passes, hidden lagoons, volcanic highlands, and ancient ruins, uncovering the island’s secrets along the way.

At its heart, Island of Winds is a story about self-discovery, empathy, regret, and healing. Rather than relying on combat, Brynhildur uses magical abilities rooted in balance and understanding, helping both humans and mythical creatures overcome the conflicts and burdens that threaten the island.

Island of Winds is currently in development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. For more information, visit the official website, wishlist the game on Steam, and follow the team across social media channels for future updates.

Byte Barrel Announces DIOXIDE

Byte Barrel, developers behind the Forgive Me Father series, are thrilled to announce their new first-person shooter, DIOXIDE, revealed during the MIX Summer Showcase. Currently in development for PC, DIOXIDE is now available to wishlist on Steam. The excitement doesn’t end with the reveal; for those eager to dive into action, a playable demo is officially slated for Q3 2026.

DIOXIDE is a high-stakes, tactical FPS with soulslike elements set in a dystopian world ravaged by industrial decay. In this place, players are just another number in the corporate ledger, reduced to nothing more than a cheap spare part in a machine that never stops. By obtaining the Core-ID administrator module, players gain the ability to come back from the dead, instantly making the protagonist enemy number one. Now, they are the last hope to break the system and build a hidden sanctuary for whatever is left of humanity.

The game offers a visceral journey through a brutal, oil-drenched dystopia, brought to life in Byte Barrel’s signature blood-soaked, comic-book art style. This unique, dark aesthetic captures the suffocating feel of a society on the brink of total collapse.

Players must navigate the corporate-ruled metropolis where every sector is a cog in a malignant construct designed to grind everyone into profit. From the soot-choked production zones to the toxic undercity and the heavily-guarded upper-class district, every biome presents a deadly set of challenges but also the vital resources needed to fuel progress. While marked for immediate termination, players must confront ruthless, neo-antique enforcers mass-printed to maintain order and dispose of anyone who opposes the authority.

“With DIOXIDE, we’re taking our signature comic-book style into a new dimension,” says Ernest Krystian, CEO of Byte Barrel. “We’re evolving our distinctive aesthetic into a grittier, dystopian world that demands your attention. By transitioning from the 2D/3D mix players know from Forgive Me Father to a fully realized 3D experience, we’re giving them an even more immersive way to tear through the absolute carnage while feeling the weight of a relentless world on the edge of collapse. We can’t wait to show everyone what the next chapter of Byte Barrel looks like.”

Borderlands 4 Raid Boss 2: Subjugator and Thol the Invincible Out Now

2K and Gearbox Software released the second free raid boss fight for Borderlands 4, Subjugator and Thol the Invincible, for all players as part of the Version 1.7 update. Endgame Vault Hunters who have completed the main campaign can dive straight into this brutal new challenge.

These nigh-unstoppable brothers live in service to the Timekeeper, isolated on an island off the coast of the Fadefields. Desperately bored of the status quo, they view invading Vault Hunters as a welcome reprieve and are willing to stake everything on a life-or-death battle to feel something again.

The Encounter

Subjugator and Thol the Invincible are a grueling test of mechanical execution and endurance. The battle begins in a tag-team matchup where the brothers take turns before joining up for a deadly dual attack. Once one brother is slain, the survivor assumes an ascended form and regroups in their preferred domain. Players will either face the colossal Subjugator in “Heaven,” a spacious arena where they must glide through the air to avoid attacks, or square off against the brutish Thol up close in “Hell,” a cramped sumo ring enclosed by lava.

UVHM Timed Runs & Tiered Rewards

For players seeking a greater challenge, Version 1.7 adds Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode (UVHM) Level 7, unlocked by defeating the second raid on UVHM Level 6. Entering the encounter in UVHM adds an active timer to the mission tracker, requiring players to put the Subjugator and Thol in the dirt as quickly as possible to unlock rewards from a final loot chest. Completion time determines whether players receive Silver, Gold, or Platinum-tier rewards, with increasingly powerful loot in higher tiers. Achieving a Silver tier or higher is required to unlock any of Subjugator and Thol’s unique Class Mod drops, while a Platinum-tier completion grants a guaranteed Legendary drop alongside an increased chance at a coveted Pearlescent weapon.

Powerful New Rewards

  • One New Pearlescent Weapon: The Jail-Broken Gatling (Ripper SMG) grants a stacking buff with each hit that increases fire rate, damage, and the chance to fire additional projectiles.
  • Four New Legendary Items: The Lockjaw (Torgue Assault Rifle), which fires bouncing explosive projectiles; Shammy Kablammy (Tediore Pistol), which douses foes in Moonshine and upon reloading, throws an explosive projectile which burns them; the Flak Cannon (Vladof Heavy Weapon Ordnance), which shreds enemies with a hail of bullets; and the Collector (Order Shield), a high-capacity energy shield with a quick recharge rate offset by a longer recharge delay.
  • Five New Class Mods: A unique Class Mod is available for each current Vault Hunter, with a sixth unique Class Mod joining this pool in Q3 2026 when the next Vault Hunter arrives in Story Pack 2.
  • New Firmware: The Active Fire firmware rewards precision timing at Tier 3 by dealing bonus damage if you unleash a charge weapon’s full shot the moment it becomes available.

For more information regarding the second raid battle, be sure to check out the recent Gearbox Dev Cast which breaks down the fight and dives into the lore behind the encounter.

Korea IL-2 Series Early Access Date Announcement

1C Game Studios announces an Early Access launch date for Korea. IL-2 Series. On June 25, 2026, everyone who pre-ordered the game will receive access to its pre-release version. Pre-ordering is available until the game is released; the release date will be announced later. You can pre-order the game on the project’s official website: https://il2-series.com/.

Two versions of the game are available for pre-order: Standard and Founder’s Edition. The Founder’s Edition includes all pre-order content, as well as Year 1 DLC access featuring five additional aircraft. There is a dynamic discount for both editions: the current prices of the Standard Edition and the Founder’s Edition are $79.99 and $139.99 respectively. After the Early Access is launched, the prices will rise up to $89.99 and $149.99.

Korea is a next-generation game of the IL-2series. It is created on a new engine featuring updated damage and flight modeling.

Players will be able to fly eight aircraft of that era. They were recreated in great detail using real blueprints, photographs, and documents:

★ MiG-15bis

★ IL-10

★ Yak-9P

★ La-11

★ F-86A-5 Sabre

★ F-51D Mustang

★ F-80C-10 Shooting Star

★ F-84E Thunderjet

Apart from player-controllable aircraft, there are dozens of machines on the battlefield and in the air, such as B-29 bombers, as well as meticulously recreated ground vehicles, trains, and ships.

The action takes place on the largest map in the series’ history: more than 200,000 square kilometers. It is not a modern Korea but a region from the early 1950s that was reconstructed using historical documents. On the map, there are dozens of airbases with accurate layouts, hundreds of settlements, as well as ports and dams: all these places are connected by an extensive transport network.

Gothic 1 Remake Making Of Series Concludes with Deep Dive into the Combat System

Join Alkimia Interactive in the latest, and possibly final, episode of the Gothic 1 Remake Making Of series, this time focusing entirely on the game’s combat system. Watch the new Making Of episode now and learn more about the journey behind Gothic 1 Remake:

Gothic 1 Remake – Making of Special “Combat System”:

“We felt that the original combat system was unique — something easy to pick up and learn, and something that gives you a lot of possibilities to build upon with progression. And we felt like these were the perfect parameters to build a new combat system.”

In this new developer diary, the team dives into the philosophy behind recreating one of the most iconic aspects of the original Gothic experience. From preserving the deliberate and grounded feel of combat to modernizing controls and responsiveness for today’s players, the episode explores the biggest challenges, design decisions, and lessons learned throughout development.

Pre-Order Bonus – Gothic 1 Remake
Players who pre-order Gothic 1 Remake on playstation.com or xbox.com will receive Gothic Classic digitally at no additional cost, available immediately upon pre-order. PC pre-orders receive the Gothic soundtrack for free!

Hasbro Unveils Must-Have G.I. JOE Exclusives for San Diego Comic-Con 2026

Hasbro revealed two new G.I. JOE action figure exclusives heading to San Diego Comic-Con 2026—G.I. JOE Classified Series #204 Fatal Fluffies action figure and #205 Shipwreck vs. Cadet Deming (There’s No Place Like Springfield) action figure set!

Fatal Fluffies and Shipwreck Vs. Cadet Deming figures will be available for purchase exclusively at the Hasbro booth during San Diego Comic-Con (while supplies last). Following the convention, limited quantities will be available to order on HasbroPulse.com.

See below for full product details and links to hi-res images, and tune into next week’s Yo Joe! June livestream on Wednesday, June 3 @11am ET for more JOE news.

G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES #205, SHIPWRECK VS. CADET DEMING (THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE SPRINGFIELD)

(HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $64.99 | Available exclusively at San Diego Comic-Con. Limited quantities will be available to order on HasbroPulse.com after the convention. While supplies last.)

G.I. JOE is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. Recreate Shipwreck facing off against Cadet Deming in a battle of wills as the G.I. JOE sailor takes on the Crimson Guard interrogator inspired by “There’s No Place Like Springfield” from G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero. This highly articulated 6-inch-scale action figure set lets fans recreate the episode in which Cadet Deming subjects Shipwreck to an elaborate fabricated reality to extract secret intelligence. With premium deco and detailing, the set includes 13 cartoon-inspired accessory pieces, including Shipwreck’s swappable hair piece, glass of dosed milk, and parrot companion Polly accessory wielding a device to blast the evil Synthoids impersonating Shipwreck’s loved ones and G.I. JOE allies. The classic window packaging showcases the accessory loadout, figure-specific File Card Icons, original character artwork, and dynamic digital renders.

Look for other G.I. JOE figures and toys to build your roster of heroic G.I. JOE’s and Cobra villains (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.).

G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES #204, FATAL FLUFFIES

(HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $54.99 | Available exclusively at San Diego Comic-Con. Limited quantities will be available to order on HasbroPulse.com after the convention. While supplies last.)

G.I. JOE is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. Bring home one of the strangest threats in G.I. Joe history with Fatal Fluffies, inspired by the classic G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero cartoon miniseries “The Pyramid of Darkness”! This highly articulated 6-inch scale G.I. Joe Classified Series set features premium deco, detailed design, and accessories inspired by the episode, including Cobra Commander’s greeting, a swappable facial expression, whip, laser blaster, 2 small flame effects, and a large fireball effect that plugs into the transformed Fatal Fluffy’s open mouth. The outer sleeve design nods to the nostalgia of Saturday Morning Cartoon-viewing with a faux cereal box loaded with Easter Eggs referencing the classic “Pyramid of Darkness” miniseries, while featuring the classic window-box display showcasing the figures along with accessory loadout, File Card Icons, original character artwork, and dynamic digital renders.

Look for other G.I. JOE figures and toys to build your roster of heroic G.I. JOE’s and Cobra villains (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.).

The Disney Afternoon Collection Physical Editions Now Available Nintendo Switch

Atari and Digital Eclipse are excited to announce that physical editions for The Disney Afternoon Collection are now available for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 for $29.99 USD. Fans can purchase physical copies – featuring game cartridge, sticker sheets, postcards, milk caps and a reversible cover – on Atari.com and the Nintendo Store today.

The updated collection, exclusive to Switch and Switch 2, adds two new titles, Bonkers and Goof Troop, bringing a total of eight Disney-themed classic games to Nintendo consoles for the first time since their original NES and SNES releases in the 80s and 90s.

Additionally, in celebration of the physical release and the game’s strong reception, a brand-new accolades trailer has been released. You can check out the trailer below.

Digital editions of the The Disney Afternoon Collection will be 20% off on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 from June 1 until June 22.

Modern Jet Fighters Online Official Launch Trailer

Modern Jet Fighters Online, the fast-paced multiplayer air combat game built specifically for mobile devices, is now available for free on iOS and Android in Canada, marking the beginning of its soft launch ahead of a future worldwide rollout. Press and content creators can request a universal key to try the game now outside Canada.

Designed to deliver explosive aerial combat on mobile, Modern Jet Fighters Online combines cinematic dogfights, competitive multiplayer battles, and deep aircraft progression into an accessible, action-packed experience players can enjoy anytime, anywhere.

Canadian players can now jump into adrenaline-fueled online matches featuring modern fighter jets, strategic aerial combat, and multiple competitive game modes. From chaotic team battles to intense one-on-one duels, every engagement is built around speed, precision, and skill.

Unlike traditional flight simulators, Modern Jet Fighters Online focuses on intuitive controls and instant action, making modern air combat approachable while still rewarding mastery through tactics, timing, and smart loadout management.

Players can unlock and pilot a growing roster of legendary fighter aircraft inspired by modern military aviation, each offering unique handling characteristics, strengths, and battlefield roles. Guided missiles, rapid-fire cannons, evasive maneuvers, countermeasures, and upgrade systems all combine to create fast, cinematic aerial warfare tailored for mobile devices.

Key Features

Real-Time Multiplayer Air Combat

  • Competitive 5v5 online team battles
  • Fast-paced 3v3 Dog Fight modes
  • Skill-based 1v1 Duels
  • Online matchmaking and competitive progression

Legendary Modern Fighter Jets

  • Pilot a growing roster of iconic combat aircraft inspired by real-world military aviation
  • Unique handling, combat roles, and tactical strengths for every jet

Deep Aircraft Customization
Customize and upgrade aircraft with:

  • Advanced missile systems
  • Heavy weaponry and cannons
  • Engine and performance enhancements
  • Avionics and targeting upgrades
  • Cosmetic skins and visual customization options

Cinematic Aerial Warfare

  • Explosive visual effects and dynamic lighting
  • Realistic missile trails, afterburners, and aerial explosions
  • Immersive combat environments
  • Spectacular large-scale dogfight moments

Multiple Game Modes & Objectives

  • 3v3 Dog Fights
  • 5v5 Team Battles
  • 1v1 Duels
  • Competitive limited-time League of Aces events

Squadrons & Competitive Play

  • Create or join squadrons with other pilots
  • Compete in seasonal rankings and leaderboards
  • Coordinate with teammates to dominate the skies

Built for Mobile

  • Smooth, intuitive controls
  • Quick matchmaking
  • Action-focused gameplay optimized for iOS and Android devices