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astragon Entertainment Reveals Line-up for PAX East 2026 in Boston

The German publisher and developer astragon has announced its participation at this year’s PAX East in Boston, USA, taking place from March 26th to 29th. Visitors can look forward to numerous playable demos, including the recently announced Bus Simulator 27.

At the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston, six playable demos from the company’s well-known simulation brands will be available at astragon’s booth (#18105).

For the very first time, Bus Simulator 27 will be playable by the public. The latest installment in the Bus Simulator series was only recently revealed with an Announcement Trailer at the IGN Fan Fest in February.

Rangers’ Path: National Park Simulator, on the other hand, is already close to its release. Launching on March 10, the game puts players in the role of a park ranger in Faremont National Park, protecting the wilderness, taking care of the park’s infrastructure and helping visitors. A recently released trailer showcases the gameplay of Rangers’ Path: National Park Simulator.

In Seafarer: The Ship Sim players take control of various ships, like big container ships and complete a range of maritime missions. The ship simulation is already available in Early Access and recently received its second major Content Update.

Also featured are Firefighting Simulator: Ignite and Police Simulator: Patrol Officers. Both simulation titles are already available and have received a wide range of additional content and updates. Storage Hunter Simulator with its entertaining bidding wars on the unknown contents of garages, shipping containers and storage rooms completes the interesting simulation game line-up.

Necrophosis: Full Consciousness coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X

PQube is partnering with Dragonis Games to release Necrophosis: Full Consciousness on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. This special console edition bundles the base game, Necrophosis, with the new DLC, Necrophosis: Subconsciousness.

The game will be available digitally on both platforms, while the physical PlayStation 5 edition also includes The Shore, another release by Dragonis Games inspired by Lovecraftian mythology.

The complete experience comes alive in Necrophosis: Full Consciousness, a first-person psychological horror adventure with engrossing puzzles that plunges you into a surreal haunting world where only death endures.

Begin as Consciousness, trapped within an emaciated, decaying vessel devoid of memories. Explore grotesque environments cursed with eternal deterioration to unravel fragments of the truth and learn why you have awakened. Soon, your journey descends into the darker realms of the subconscious as you become the guiding hand that navigates its shadowy depths while piecing together echoes of the past.

Long forsaken gods have been left to rot beyond eternity, yet something still calls. Prepare for a dark odyssey where every disturbing encounter and mind-expanding puzzle will draw you deeper into the macabre.

What Awaits You

  • Roam the cursed lands: Awaken as consciousness itself in a realm of death, a world consumed by Necrophosis. Explore freely through its dark macabre landscapes where all things rot and decay eternally.
  • Echoes of the dying cosmos: Navigate eerie landscapes, grotesque architecture and haunting visuals that bring Lovecraftian and cosmic horror to life.
  • Uncover hidden truths: Delve into evocative narrative poems and unravel the world’s enigmatic backstory while engaging with decayed gods caught in an eternal cycle of death and rebirth.
  • Master chilling puzzles: Solve unsettling puzzles as you explore a world consumed by rot. Certain challenges demand brain detachment and possession, while others rely on careful observation.
  • Confront the unnatural: Face gods, eldritch entities, and Lovecraftian beings who have taken refuge here, learning their histories and the horrors they embody.
  • Haunting soundscapes: Each environment features minimalist, droning ambience, layered with whispers, distant groans, and echoing cryptic voices that heighten tension and unease.
  • Second Awakening: Return to the realm of death in the Necrophosis: Subconsciousness expansion. Explore new landscapes, entities, and stories as your journey leads ever deeper.

World of Tanks: HEAT Launches Newest “Foundations” Video

The next chapter in the Foundations series from World of Tanks: HEAT has arrived. Titled FOUNDATIONS: HUMAN-MACHINE SYNERGY, this latest installment explores the dynamic relationship between Agents and their tanks, and how that union defines victory. Discover how coordination, customization, and powerful Ultimate abilities redefine the battlefield.

Agents are the center of every clash, turning strategy into action. More than mere vehicle operators, they are engineers of outcomes. Through upgrades, adjustments, and careful optimization, these machines fulfill their roles with their own distinct approaches to combat.

In HEAT, three distinct roles take to the battlefield:

  • DEFENDER – anchors the frontline, absorbing damage and advancing with heavy firepower.
  • ASSAULT – embodies speed and aggression, striking fast and repositioning before enemies can react.
  • MARKSMAN – controls the battlefield from a distance, eliminating targets with calculated precision.

Each Agent commands up to two specialized tanks, each with its own special abilities. For instance, Hound’s AMX Tank can launch drones to identify targets and set them up for a homing missile strike. His alternate tank, the Leo, can project a decoy to fool the enemy and catch them off guard.

When the battle reaches its breaking point, Agents unleash their most devastating tool: Ultimate Abilities that can instantly take control of the match.

HEAT’s Ultimates are high-impact and designed to redefine the fight. Here are the three highlighted in this video:

  • CONTRACTED STRIKES – Kent saturates the battlefield with a crushing “Hydra” rocket onslaught simultaneously hitting all enemies in his range.
  • HUNTING TIME – Hound enters peak predator mode, chaining guided-missile eliminations to activate an instant cooldown.
  • CREEPING BARRAGE – Chopper coordinates successive artillery blasts that pound large, targeted zones with devastating missile attacks.

These are the moments that flip the script and secure the win.

More insights are on the way as the World of Tanks: HEAT Foundations series continues.

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Planet of Lana II – Official Launch Trailer

Wishfully Studios and Thunderful invite players to visit a stunning world and experience a heartfelt story of companionship in Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf, available now on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation 5 PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch for $19.99 / €19.99 / £16.99.

A Supporter Pack for the game is also available for PC and PlayStation 5, which includes a digital art book, the Novo Language Companion – a guide to the game’s language – and, for PC, stunning wallpapers and backgrounds. A demo for the game launched today on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch and remains available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox platforms.

As greed and power divide the tribes of their home planet, Lana and her little companion, Mui, must stand together against the forces reshaping their world – struggling not just for survival, but for the soul of their home. Perfect for new players and returning fans, Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf features unique companion gameplay, clever puzzling, challenging action sequences and stealth, all set in a stunning and captivating world.

“We’ve learned so much from the production of the first installment of Planet of Lana, and there were also so many ideas we didn’t have time to realize in the first game,” says Adam Stjärnljus, Creative Director and Co-Game Director at Wishfully studios. Now, for Planet of Lana II, we wanted to push all aspects of the game, creating more engaging puzzles, more memorable scenes and elevating the story and universe to new heights! We can´t wait for players to team up with Lana and Mui again!”

This anticipated sequel almost doubles the size of the first game, taking us to never before seen areas of the planet Novo on a journey that will see you conquer snowy mountains, dive into dangerous waters, encounter majestic creatures, meet friendly forest communities and more. Planet of Lana II builds on the original title in every way, offering deeper exploration, a wider array of collaborative physics-based puzzles, spectacular new creatures, thrilling action sequences, new factions and a more expansive story that remains rooted in Lana and Mui’s evolving bond.

Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf supports English, French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain), Spanish (Latin America), Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian, Danish, Dutch, Greek, Hungarian, Norwegian, Romanian, Swedish, Czech and Thai.

Wreckfest 2 Content Update #06 Trailer

Wreckfest 2 is back with its biggest Early Access update yet! Two new tracks provide the perfect opportunity to test not one, not two, but three brand-new vehicles. And while the American Muscle car and the Japanese coupe, let’s just call it the Tiny Thing, are great additions, they’re not quite as special as… drumroll… the school bus! Yep, that’s right: Wreckfest 2 isn’t just known for the wildest car destruction in video games ever, but also for the craziest vehicles. That’s why the bus is back.

The two new tracks couldn’t be more different. First, in “Waypoint Race,” Wreckfest 2 introduces a new type of map to the franchise. Instead of racing laps around a compact circuit, this course takes place in a desolate canyon and lets players race from start to finish — if they can make it. And Track #2, Dalsbanen, is a rallycross track designed for hardcore racers, weaving through green fields, majestic trees, and peaceful ponds.

On the feature side, the first iteration of the car upgrade system has been implemented, letting players modify their cars, add better parts, and tune their rides to match their preferences. This initial version includes engine parts, gearboxes, suspensions, differentials, and many more — and with even more upgrades coming in future updates.

Because Wreckfest 2 is all about the authentic look and feel of banger racing, cars now accumulate dirt and grime as races go on, picking up debris from every surface — so when you cross the finish line, your car will look like it’s survived a true battle.

Highlights of Content Update #6 include:

2 New Cars & 1 Special Vehicle

  • The American Muscle is a true all-American muscle car!
  • … a sleek coupe, inspired by Japanese car brands
  • It’s big, it’s bad, it’s ugly: The Bus is back – say “hello again!” to the iconic American School Bus

2 New Tracks

  • New Waypont Race track with an all-new way of racing for the Wreckfest franchise
  • Dalsbanen is a folk race track, surrounded by lavish green fields – romantic!

New Features & Improvements

  • Waypoint Race Mode
  • Basic car upgrades & metrics
  • Adjustable Differential, Suspension & Gearbox
  • Multiplayer Cup Voting
  • Cars now gather dirt
  • New Crap-it decals & decal group saving
  • Rebalanced car collisions & component damages
  • Added car restrictions for multiplayer modes

Release Date Revealed for The Occultist

Developer DALOAR and publisher Daedalic Entertainment are pleased to announce that the first-person horror adventure The Occultist will release on April 8, 2026. The Occultist is now also available for pre-order on PlayStation 5 and Xbox. More information can be found on the game’s official website: https://www.theoccultist-game.com.

The episode explores how environmental details, distant sounds, and carefully used silence shape the experience of exploring the island. Instead of relying on jump scares or gore, the developers focus on sustained tension where atmosphere and player imagination gradually build fear throughout the journey.

Atomic Heart – Blood on Crystal DLC#4 Gameplay Trailer

Focus Entertainment and Mundfish Studio are excited to welcome players back to the beautifully dystopian world of Atomic Heart on April 16, 2026, when DLC 4 – “Blood on Crystal” – releases on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. Discover the new enemies and locations that await you with today’s new gameplay trailer, and prepare for the climactic conclusion of Atomic Heart’s mind-bending story!

“Blood on Crystal” is an all-out, bloody showdown!

Experience the thrilling, high-stakes conclusion of Atomic Heart with “Blood on Crystal!” P-3, the Twin and their comrades must venture deeper into Facility 3826 than ever before to battle CHAR-les and make a last desperate bid to save humanity from total annihilation. Visit the new Wave Platform and the classified Crystal Complex as you unearth the unspeakable truth behind CHAR-les’ nefarious plans.

Face a new breed of enemies with the full might of your arsenal

Take on the ultimate challenge as you face off against the Polymorphs, a new cast of mysterious beings spawned from the horrific experiments of CHAR-les himself. Harnessing the properties of polymer to assume elemental forms, the Polymorphs will force you to adapt your fighting style on the fly and make the most of your arsenal. You’ll encounter the wildest bosses still lurking in Facility 3826, but thankfully you’ll have access to the mightiest glove abilities and weapons yet to deal with them.

Atomic Heart’s Ultimate Edition unveiled!

In addition to “Blood on Crystal,” this spring will also mark the release of Atomic Heart’s new Ultimate Edition in both retail and digital stores. Pre-orders for the limited physical edition, including a new, exclusive SteelBook, are already available at participating retailers with a release set to March 24. Digital versions will become available on April 16 with the release of “Blood on Crystal.”

Dive back into the strange and dystopian world of Atomic Heart on April 16 when its final DLC – “Blood on Crystal” – debuts on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC!

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Collabs with Godzilla x Kong: Titan Chasers

Legendary’s Monsterverse grows to new heights once again as the limited-time collaboration between Monarch: Legacy of Monsters and the 4X strategy MMO Godzilla x Kong: Titan Chasers is now live.

From Legendary Entertainment, the global media studio known for successfully translating fan-driven IP and creating premium original content, publisher Tilting Point and developer Hunted Cow Games under license from Legendary and Toho International brings The Restless Ocean, a limited-timed event available now and runs through May 11 across iOS, Android, Steam, Epic Games Store and Microsoft Store.

The Restless Ocean unleashes an original episodic story campaign inspired by the hit Apple TV series. Featuring new map events, exclusive rewards and a powerful limited-time recruitable monster, the event arrives as Season 2 of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters premiered last month on Apple TV.

At the center of the collaboration is Titan X, an ancient force erupting from the depths and triggering a full-scale Monarch emergency.

In Season 2 of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, Titan X stands at the heart of a growing global mystery, an awe-inspiring and terrifying presence rising from the ocean depths. When its massive bioluminescent form breaks the surface, it signals the arrival of a living cataclysm unlike anything seen before.

Now, in Godzilla x Kong: Titan Chasers, players step directly into the crisis. Across the Siren Isles, Titan X’s destabilizing arrival reshapes the battlefield in real time. Titan Chasers will investigate escalating threats, uncover hidden connections between Monarch and Apex Cybernetics, and make high-stakes strategic decisions as this Monsterverse story unfolds through gameplay.

The collaboration includes:

  • New Limited-Time Scarab
  • Rewards including: Monarch Aquatic Outpost Skin, Monarch Pioneer Equipment Set, Monarch’s Legacy and Apex Activated Avatar and Frame Sets
  • Spawn of the Deep Map Events:
  • Additional Dynamic Map Events
  • Exclusive Monarch-Themed Rewards
  • Themed Login Calendar & Explorer Pass

All content is accessible through a dedicated in-game event hub guiding players through evolving story chapters, challenges and rewards throughout the event window.

The Monarch: Legacy of Monsters collaboration event will be available in Godzilla x Kong: Titan Chasers beginning March 2 on iOS, Android and PC platforms.

Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss New Story Trailer and Pre-orders

On the occasion of the release of a new story-focused trailer for Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss, NACON and the studio Big Bad Wolf are announcing the opening of pre-orders for the game starting today on consoles. Players will be able to explore the mythical city of R’lyeh for the first time and uncover the multiple endings the game offers starting April 16, 2026, on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss takes place in 2053. The player embodies Noah, an agent specializing in occult affairs. Our protagonist is sent to the depths of the Pacific Ocean to investigate the mysterious disappearance of researchers belonging to the Ocean-I company.

Today’s new trailer, with its heavy atmosphere, reveals more about the research conducted worldwide by Ocean-I. A major discovery has led a team of scientists to the gates of the mythical city of R’lyeh.

With no news from them, Noah sets out on their trail and that of Andrew Marsh, CEO of Ocean-I. As he progresses through the city’s winding paths, the line between nightmare and reality blurs under the influence of the most powerful of cosmic creatures: Cthulhu. Between loss of sanity, ancient rituals, and cosmic monsters, this quest for truth comes at a price.

Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss offers an investigation on a razor’s edge, where Noah must maintain his lucidity while thinking outside the box. Solving the puzzles in each chapter involves making important choices and leads players to dive ever deeper into the Lovecraftian mythos.

Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss is a narrative investigation game inspired by the universe of Lovecraft. In this frightening first-person thriller, the player embodies Noah, an agent of the Ancile, an office specializing in occult affairs, investigating the mysterious disappearance of miners in the heart of the Pacific Ocean. His research will plunge him into the depths of the immense labyrinthine prison of R’lyeh, an ancient sunken city where Cthulhu is held captive. The player and their AI companion, KEY, will have to solve complex puzzles, make choices that will influence his destiny, and try to resist the corruption of the mind caused by the influence of Cthulhu.

Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss pre-order includes:

Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss special R’lyeh edition includes:

RUNT Announcement Trailer

Developer Grimtaste Studios and publisher DreadXP revealed RUNT, a rural gothic visual novel mystery set in a monstrous post-apocalypse where the sky has been black for ten years and something far worse than suspicion stalks the town of Skipclaw. Brought to you by an independent team of two best friends, a playable demo of RUNT is also available now to celebrate the premiere.

In RUNT, players step into the shoes of Runt Strayer, the 19-year-old youngest of five brothers, the last surviving sons of a dead cult leader who once called himself the Mouth of God. On the fifth anniversary of their father’s death, the brothers discover a horrific message written in blood across their boarded-up church pulpit: 5 Days. With the town of Skipclaw sealed behind protective walls and humanity no longer the apex predator, Runt must investigate the omen before the fifth day arrives, and choose who to accuse. Will you be able to guess right?

RUNT is a branching narrative experience where you’ll gather clues by speaking to townspeople, interrogating your brothers, and navigating the suffocating politics of survival. The order of conversations, the questions asked, and the conclusions drawn will all shape the outcome at the end. Over five days, you will investigate every brother and their secrets, build or fracture relationships with masked townsfolk, survive in a world haunted by otherworldly creatures, and decide who is responsible. On the final day, upon choosing a culprit, you’ll see one of over a dozen endings.

Skipclaw is a town in isolation. After a mysterious apocalyptic event cloaked the world in pervasive darkness, horrific creatures have emerged and replaced humans as the dominant predators. To survive, the townspeople must stay in the light, cover their skin, and hide their faces behind masks. Inside the walls, safety is fragile, suspicion is constant, and the Strayer family, architects of the town’s defenses, sit at the center of it all. Dialogue choices build hidden stats that influence how characters respond to you and which clues reveal themselves. The kind of person you become will determine which truths you’re able to uncover, and which ones you’ll never know.

Key features:
  • A mature story for both adventure and visual novel fans.
  • Branching dialogue system where personality traits unlock different paths and clues as you develop relationships with those around you.
  • Five-day investigation of collecting clues to draw conclusions, culminating in a player-driver accusation.
  • Micro-games including HOGS (Hidden Object Games), puzzles, and bespoke manual labor vignettes.
  • A meticulously crafted aesthetic featuring originally captured photographs and hand-painted art.
  • Highly replayable rural gothic mystery with over a dozen different endings.
  • A bleak post-apocalyptic setting where darkness is permanent and humanity is, unfortunately, not alone.
RUNT will launch in 2026 on PC, and a playable demo is now available on Steam.