Midsummer Studios to shut down

Midsummer Studios to shut down

Midsummer Studios, which was established in May 2024 by a team of veteran developers behind games such as Sid Meier’s Civilization, XCOM, and The Sims, will shut down, co-founder and creative director Jake Solomon announced. “We built a studio, we made a game, and I’m really proud of both,” Solomon said. “Before we close the…

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Black Myth: Zhong Kui ‘Chinese New Year 2026’ trailer

Black Myth: Zhong Kui ‘Chinese New Year 2026’ trailer

Game Science has released a six-minute in-engine trailer for Black Myth: Wukong successor Black Myth: Zhong Kui in celebration of the Chinese New Year on February 17. The video was made as a Year of the Horse special—the content featured is “non-canon and for entertainment purposes only.” Black Myth: Zhong Kui will be available for…

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Nioh 3 ‘Gameplay Showcase’ video

Nioh 3 ‘Gameplay Showcase’ video

Publisher Koei Tecmo and developer Team NINJA have released a 17-minute gameplay showcase video for dark samurai action RPG sequel Nioh 3. The video description reads, “Dive into the world of Nioh 3 with this gameplay showcase demonstrating unique yokai, historical heroes, samurai and ninja-style combat, and the Crucible. ” Nioh 3 is due out…

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Duskfade ‘Gameplay’ trailer

Duskfade ‘Gameplay’ trailer

Publisher Fireshine Games and developer Weird Beluga Studio have released a new gameplay trailer for 3D action platformer Duskfade. Here is an overview of the game, via Fireshine Games: A nostalgic 3D action-platformer inspired by the golden era of PS2 is capturing the attention of fans and creators alike. Duskfade is an upcoming 3D action-platformer…

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Silver Palace ‘Monotype’ beta test gameplay showcase

Silver Palace ‘Monotype’ beta test gameplay showcase

Publisher Elementa and developer Silver Studio have released a six-minute gameplay showcase video of the “Monotype” beta test for fantasy adventure open-world action RPG Silver Palace, which will soon be available for PC. Registration is still available. Silver Palace will be available for console, PC, iOS, and Android. A release date has yet to be…

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Styx: Blades of Greed ‘Gameplay’ trailer

Styx: Blades of Greed ‘Gameplay’ trailer

Publisher Nacon and developer Cyanide Studio have released a nine-minute gameplay trailer for stealth action game sequel Styx: Blades of Greed. Here is an overview of the game, via Nacon: About You play as Styx, a cunning goblin with a caustic sense of humor who has mastered the art of stealth. Your goal is to…

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Judas developer log discusses origins of main character

Judas developer log discusses origins of main character

Ghost Story Games has published the second developer log for single-player, narrative first-person shooter Judas, which dives deeper into the game’s creative process and ideas that led to the creation of main character Judas, as well as shares a few seconds of new footage. Creating a “Judas Simulator” People often think our games start with…

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miHoYo announces Varsapura

miHoYo announces Varsapura

miHoYo has announced Varsapura, its next major open-world game currently in development on Unreal Engine 5. Platforms and a release date were not announced, but the company is recruiting for several game-related roles in both its Shanghai and Singapore offices. Here are the first details, via miHoYo: SEAL—Shadow Emergency Alliance. Internal Directive 047-EX. All footage…

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