Today's Gaming Pulse
Resident Evil Requiem launches free demo after 7 million copies sold
Capcom’s Resident Evil Requiem, which has sold over 7 million copies since its release three months ago, is now offering a free demo on Steam, Epic, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Switch 2. The demo lets players experience early chapters with protagonist Grace Ashcroft, though progress cannot be transferred to the full game.
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Azur Promilia Confirms Full Korean Voiceover to Enhance Immersion for Domestic Players
Nexon announced that its upcoming fantasy‑world RPG Azur Promilia will feature full Korean voiceovers, a move prompted by enthusiastic feedback from a closed beta that began on May 15. The company unveiled the main voice cast, including veteran talent such as Kim Sun‑mi and Chae Rim, and began releasing dubbed videos on its official YouTube channel. Azur Promilia, developed by Manjuu Games—the studio behind Azur Lane—will launch on both PC and mobile platforms. The localized audio is intended to deepen immersion for South Korean players.
Surviving on an Alien Planet: A Beginner's Guide to 'Subnautica 2'
Subnautica 2 launched on PC and Xbox Series X|S, instantly drawing 467,582 concurrent Steam players and topping 2 million units sold within its first 12 hours. Built on Unreal Engine 5, the sequel delivers dramatically improved visuals and finally adds multiplayer for up to four...
Monsters & Memories Kicks Off Class Deep Dive Series With the Spellblade
Monsters & Memories, an indie MMORPG, is slated for an October 1 early‑access launch after a brief delay. The studio has begun a class‑deep‑dive series, starting with the Spellblade, to detail upcoming ability changes. The Spellblade overhaul replaces RNG‑heavy mechanics with...
EA Posts Record $8 Billion Revenue as Live‑Service Franchises Drive Growth
Electronic Arts announced $8 billion in revenue for its latest fiscal year, the highest in its history, thanks to strong performance from Battlefield 6, Apex Legends and the rebranded EA Sports FC. The earnings surge comes as the publisher continues to...
LA Thieves Take Down OpTic Texas in Seven-Game Grand Final Thriller to Snatch CDL Major 3
LA Thieves captured their first Call of Duty League Major title with a 4‑3 win over OpTic Texas at DreamHack Atlanta, earning a $150,000 prize and 100 CDL points that virtually lock a spot at CoD Champs 2026. After an...
Steam Week in Review: Metroidvanias Are Still Coming Thick and Fast, but Has the World Moved On?
PC Gamer’s weekly roundup notes that new metroidvania releases like Clockwork Ambrosia and Shattered Divinities showcase strong design but struggle for visibility amid blockbuster titles such as Subnautica 2 and Forza Horizon 6. Clockwork Ambrosia impresses with pixel‑art visuals and an extensive...
Where Winds Meet, Large-Scale Roadmap for Half-Anniversary and New Expansion Pack 'Dawn of the Palace' Revealed
NetEase Games and Everstone Studio announced a half‑anniversary roadmap for the open‑world action RPG Where Winds Meet, highlighting the upcoming "Dawn of the Palace" expansion slated for late May. The new pack introduces a one‑million‑square‑meter palace region with nearly 3,000...
Nexon-Naver Account and Content Linkage... Chijijik 'N Connect' Project Revealed
Nexon announced a joint initiative with Naver, launching a Naver Login Member Conversion Event and the Chijijik “N Connect” project. Users 14 and older can switch their Nexon accounts to a verified Naver ID, keeping game records and moving payments to...
Until Dawn Dev Still Going with Dark Pictures Series, Next Entry Teased
Supermassive Games confirmed the next installment of its horror anthology with a hidden teaser in the recently released Directive 8020. The cryptic video labels the upcoming title "The Craven Man" and shows a vintage TV broadcast that evokes a "Ring‑like" paranormal...
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W0nderful: "I Knew One Day I Would Get [an MVP]"
Natus Vincere captured its second 2026 trophy by winning IEM Atlanta, defeating BetBoom and GamerLegion in the finals. The squad finally ended a long losing streak to Vitality in the quarter‑finals, showcasing a dominant run. Sniper Ihor “w0nderful” Zhdanov earned his first...
Bomberman 64 Is Still A Masterpiece Of 3D Platformers Without A Playbook
Bomberman 64 emerged in 1998 as Hudson Soft’s bold experiment in 3D platforming, trading Mario‑style jumping for bomb‑driven navigation. The title paired puzzle‑centric level design with environments that reacted uniquely to explosions, creating a distinctive gameplay loop. Though critics initially faulted...
League Trolli X InvincibleVS $10,000 Tournament Live Stream Ft Diaphone, NerdJosh, Tweedy, Ferno, MrZippy, Kudayta, TheSaviorZombie and Almightyyahiko
The League Trolli InvincibleVS tournament featured a top‑8 single‑elimination bracket with eight prominent streamers competing for a $10,000 prize pool. Hosted online and streamed on Cracked Media Official’s Twitch channel, the event highlighted the game’s flexible hero selection and high‑stakes...
Primal Carnage: Evolution, A Remaster of 2015’s Primal Carnage: Extinction, Launches on May 28th
Circle 5 Publishing announced that *Primal Carnage: Evolution*, a remastered version of the 2015 title *Primal Carnage: Extinction*, will launch on May 28 for PS4, with enhanced resolution support on PS4 Pro and PS5. The update adds a larger roster of dinosaurs, expanded...
Ghost Of Yotei's Multiplayer Updates Lasted A Tenth As Long As Tsushima's
Ghost of Yotei: Legends launched on March 10 with high expectations for a supernatural multiplayer experience, but Sucker Punch announced in mid‑May that the May Raid update would be the final major content drop, ending active production after just two months....
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Comes to Switch 2 and Xbox in Just 3 Weeks
Square Enix is bringing *Final Fantasy VII Rebirth* to Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X on June 3, 2026, ending its two‑year PlayStation 5 exclusivity. The base game launches at $49.99, while a deluxe edition priced at $69.99 adds digital art, soundtrack, and early‑game...
Splitgate Developer Said He Wanted Titanfall 3 And It Appears He’s Making His Own
Splitgate studio 1047 Games is developing a new title called Empulse, a movement‑shooter that mirrors many Titanfall mechanics such as wall‑running, grappling hooks, and piloted giant mechs. The project was revealed through pre‑alpha footage shared with Insider‑Gaming, confirming the studio’s...
Indie MMO Spotlight: It's Open Season On MMOs
The weekly Indie MMO Spotlight highlights a flurry of updates across dozens of independent online games. Broken Ranks is set to launch its In Cold Blood expansion on May 19, while Palia’s Royal Highlands expansion and Hytale’s Update 5 arrive later...
Forza Horizon 6’s Early Access Rakes in $140 Million in Its First Weekend
Forza Horizon 6’s premium early‑access launch delivered over $140 million in revenue within its first two days, despite a $120 price tag per copy. The title set franchise records, peaking at more than 181,000 concurrent players—double the full‑release peak of Horizon 5. Critics...
Take-Two Boss Strauss Zelnick Doubles Down on GTA 6 Date
Take‑Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick told podcaster David Senra that Grand Theft Auto VI is still slated for a November 19 launch, despite ongoing rumors of delays. Zelnick acknowledged the project is about 18 months behind its original schedule but insisted the...
10 Obscure Horror Games that Should Be Remade or Remastered
The gaming industry has turned remakes into a reliable revenue stream, with titles like Resident Evil 2 and Silent Hill 2 proving that updated graphics and controls can attract both nostalgic fans and new players. Yet the current wave focuses on high‑profile...
High-Octane FPS Deadzone Rogue Responds to Sudden Sequel Controversy: "DLC Limits How Much We Can Experiment"
Prophecy Games announced Deadzone Rogue 2, emphasizing a sequel over paid DLC to preserve creative freedom. The studio will release a free early‑access demo on Steam soon, with the full game arriving later. It cites the near‑million‑player base of the first...
Terraria Sells over 70 Million, Devs Reconfirm Crossplay and Pledge More Updates to Come
Terraria, the sandbox adventure game from Re‑Logic, has surpassed 70 million copies sold after 15 years. The developers recently announced that cross‑play functionality is in development and that they will continue delivering new updates. While details of upcoming content remain under...
FC 26 eCL Mystery Nation Revealed (May 17)
EA Sports' FIFA 26 eCL introduced a new Mystery Nation challenge on May 17, revealing the Republic of Ireland as the target nation. Players must score three finesse‑shot goals using any Irish‑based Ultimate Team card, across any mode, to earn two 84+...
Legacy Destroy BetBoom to Claim Third in Atlanta
Legacy secured third place at IEM Atlanta, sweeping BetBoom 26‑7 on Mirage (13‑4) and Nuke (13‑3). Brazilian star Bruno “latto” led the charge with a 2.21 rating, followed by solid contributions from dumau and arT. The victory restores confidence after...
Invincible Vs Review Shows Amazon Tie‑In Can Deliver Top‑Tier Fighting Game
Quarter Up, a Skybound Games subsidiary, launched Invincible Vs, a 3v3 fighting game based on Amazon's animated series. Eurogamer’s review lauds its deep combat, Killer Instinct‑born talent, and faithful adaptation, calling it one of the best recent fighters. The positive reception...
Hamster Corp Targets 800+ Retro Games on Switch 2 with Console Archives Series
Hamster Corporation announced that its Console Archives series for Nintendo Switch 2 will pursue a library of more than 800 retro games, building on the success of its Arcade Archives catalog. The move underscores the startup’s aggressive growth strategy in...
The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro 2 Takes Everything Great About the Original and Almost Perfects It
Turtle Beach unveiled the Stealth Pro 2, a premium wireless gaming headset that builds on the original’s strengths while fixing its shortcomings. Battery life jumps to 80 hours thanks to two hot‑swappable 40‑hour packs, and the wireless range extends to roughly 85 feet...
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Is The Big Finale For This Summer’s Speedrunning Festival
Games Done Quick announced its Summer 2026 schedule, running July 6‑11 in Minneapolis and raising funds for Doctors Without Borders. The marquee title is *Clair Obscur: Expedition 33*, the first French RPG to headline the main stage. New indie releases such as Pragmata,...
Fortnite's Ratatouille Collab Should've Been a Recipe for Success, but Where's the Titular Rat?
Epic Games announced a Fortnite‑Ratatouille crossover that will feature a vehicle rather than the expected Remy or Linguini skins. Leaker HypeX says the car will appear in the in‑game shop on May 18, though pricing and duration remain unclear. The surprise...
Donk Storms to His First MVP of 2026 at PGL Astana
Danil “donk” Kryshkovets captured his first HLTV × 1XBET MVP of 2026 after steering Spirit to victory at PGL Astana. His 1.61 overall event rating, 0.98 KPR and +5.82% round swing made him the most awarded rifler in CS2 history, surpassing NiKo...
Subnautica 2 and Forza Horizon 6 Are Great Sequels but They Don't Take Any Risks
Subnautica 2 entered early access after a turbulent period in which its publisher delayed the launch and temporarily dismissed key developers over a disputed bonus. The reinstated team finally released the sequel, which leans heavily on narrative and AI‑driven themes. Meanwhile,...
How to Unlock Skins in Far Far West
The guide outlines how to unlock all 22 character skins in *Far Far West*, detailing the Gold costs and specific in‑game challenges for each rarity tier. Default skins John and Jane Doe are free, while Normal skins cost 300‑500 Gold and Fine skins...
Xbox Takes #1 Spot In Metacritic's Top 10 Video Games Of 2026 So Far
Forza Horizon 6 has claimed the top spot on Metacritic’s list of the best video games of 2026 so far, earning an average score of 92. The ranking reflects the platform with the most reviews, meaning Xbox’s version outperforms its PlayStation...
Catch and Cook Codes May 2026
Catch and Cook, the Roblox fishing‑tycoon hybrid, has released three new promotional codes—1MIL, FREESPINS, and MILOTHEORANGECAT—each granting three free enchant spins. The article outlines a four‑step redemption process and highlights the game’s Discord server as a hub for updates and...
Ahmad Khalish Leads Paper Rex to Pacific League Title
Ahmad Khalish led Paper Rex to its fourth Valorant Champions Tour Pacific League title, sweeping Full Sense 3‑0 in Ho Chi Minh City. The team captured maps Pearl, Lotus and Fracture with scores of 13‑10, 13‑9 and 13‑10 respectively. The victory secures...
Science Advisor Joins OtterPlanet: Water‑Focused, Heart‑Centered Game
So proud to be lead science advisor to @OtterPlanet (via blue.revolution.games). It's a science-aligned, heart-centered game about water, wonder, and repair. You can play the alpha or support the project through collectible Creature Cards. https://www.instagram.com/p/DYcWvb1pgMy/
You Wouldn't Expect This Survival Game to Be One of the Best-Selling Games of All Time
Terraria celebrated its 15th anniversary by revealing that it has sold roughly 70 million copies worldwide, with 39.6 million on Steam, 19.7 million on mobile, and 10.7 million on consoles. The game’s daily PC audience tops 460,000 players, and the average user has logged...
Lynn Vision Qualify for Esports World Cup
Lynn Vision secured a berth in the 2026 Esports World Cup after winning the Hero Esports Asian Champions League in Shanghai. The Chinese squad defeated JiJieHao 3‑1 in the final, earning $80,000 and the tournament’s sole World Cup qualification slot....
Microsoft Is Rebuilding XBOX and Windows 11 While Surface Collects Dust
Microsoft is accelerating fixes for Windows 11, adding a driver‑rollback feature, WinUI updates, and the upcoming Low Latency Profile to improve responsiveness. Xbox has officially rebranded to all‑caps, cut Game Pass pricing, and abandoned the recent "This is an Xbox" campaign. Both...
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's Director Weighs in on the Real-Time versus Turn-Based Debate, Saying that Younger Players 'Increasingly Favour More...
Square Enix’s Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi told Game Informer that younger gamers increasingly prefer real‑time combat over traditional turn‑based systems. He argues the shift reflects a generation accustomed to instant feedback and notes developers are blending both styles, as...
Mobile Legends Advanced Server Patch 2.1.82 Update: Hero Adjustments, Battlefield Changes and More
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’s Advanced Server received Patch 2.1.82, focusing on extensive hero rebalancing, new battlefield mechanics, and system tweaks. Argus gains higher damage and building‑penetration, while Gloo, Balmond, Freya and others are nerfed to curb dominance. Equipment changes boost the...
The Entire Nintendo 64 Library Now Has Rollback Netcode
The RMG‑K fork of the RMG Nintendo 64 emulator received a v0.9.4 update on May 14, adding rollback netcode to the entire N64 library. This upgrade lets players enjoy classic multiplayer titles—most notably Super Smash Bros. 64—with frame‑perfect online performance. The feature predicts...
Fatal Fury Developers Know Fans Want Mai Shiranui's Classic Costume and Are Working on It, but Adding the Outfit Has...
During Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves' first‑anniversary stream, SNK was asked to make Mai Shiranui’s classic red costume playable. Art Director Tetsuya Yamamoto confirmed the team has received many requests and is actively discussing the addition. Developers say the...
Alec Newman Says Video‑Game Acting Finally Earns Respect as Crimson Desert Hits 5 Million Sales
Alec Newman told Fall Damage that his work on Crimson Desert’s protagonist Kliff has shifted from a “dirty secret” to a respected craft, as Pearl Abyss reports 5 million copies sold and $178.8 million in March revenue. The actor’s comments highlight a...
Big Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch Sale Live with Games as Low as $15
GameStop launched a week‑long promotion featuring deep discounts on Nintendo Switch and the newly released Switch 2 titles. More than 30 games are priced at $15, while a second tier offers titles for $35, representing price cuts of up to 70...
Preview: Mixtape Lives (Briefly) in the Moment
Mixtape is a short, story‑driven indie game that leans heavily on a licensed 90s‑era alt‑rock soundtrack while offering light, whimsical mini‑games. Players follow Stacey Rockford, a music‑obsessed teen, and her friends Slater and Cassandra as they navigate high‑school life and...
Mixtape Might Be Too Toxic to Be a GOTY Contender at the Game Awards
Mixtape, a narrative‑driven title from Beethoven & Dinosaur, entered the Game Awards conversation with high production values, a curated licensed soundtrack, and early critical praise, including a perfect score from IGN. However, a wave of online backlash has centered on...
I Didn’t Think Forza Horizon 6’s Custom Garages Would Lead Me to Miss Mucking About with My Motor on Mexican...
Playground Games’ Forza Horizon 6 introduces custom garages inside each purchasable house, replacing the series’ classic outdoor driveways for car tweaking. While the feature adds a layer of personalization, the interiors are stark, silent and filled with generic props, making them...
As Terraria Turns 15, Re-Logic Confirms Crossplay Is "Soon" And that "Updates Will Continue Beyond 1.4.6"
Terraria celebrates its 15th anniversary, marking 70 million copies sold and ranking as the eighth‑best‑selling game of all time. Re‑Logic announced that cross‑play support is imminent and that development will continue beyond the upcoming 1.4.6 update. The studio also revealed a...
Hidden Nintendo DS JRPGs From Famous Developers You Probably Missed
An article from DualShockers spotlights ten overlooked Nintendo DS role‑playing games created by high‑profile developers such as CyberConnect2, Intelligent Systems, BioWare, and Tose. Each entry details release dates, unique gameplay mechanics that exploit the DS’s touchscreen and microphone, and the...