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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Camelot Unchained Weekend Session Is Open, With XP Gain Boosts, Ability Reworks, and the Return of Global Chat
Camelot Unchained’s early‑access weekend servers reopened for backers, running until Monday 1 p.m. ET. The latest patch delivers major balance tweaks, including ability reworks for several classes and a three‑fold XP boost to Artificing and Gemcutting. Crafting professions such as Armorsmithing, Leatherworking, Tailoring, Weaponsmithing and Woodworking now grant double XP, while others see a 150% increase. Global chat has been reinstated across all realms to aid backer coordination, though it may be removed before full launch.
Next Week, Broken Ranks Releases Its Hardest Challenge in New Endgame Update, In Cold Blood
Broken Ranks will launch its most demanding end‑game update, “In Cold Blood,” on May 19. The patch introduces a level‑140 boss instance featuring Volkhard, described by Whitemoon Games as the hardest challenge they’ve built. Players must navigate the haunted Monastery of the Order...
Overwatch's Lackluster 10th Anniversary Event Will Have Its Rewards Improved Next Week, with More Free Stuff Planned for Later This...
Blizzard acknowledged fan disappointment with Overwatch's 10th‑anniversary event, which offered limited loot boxes and required extensive grinding. Game director Aaron Keller announced reward tweaks that will cut required matches to 60 and double then triple loot‑box payouts over the next...
EVE Online's Cradle of War Expansion Wants to Make the Space MMO More Welcoming to New Players, Before Killing Them...
Fenris Creations announced the "Cradle of War" expansion for EVE Online, launching June 9. The update introduces Exordium, a PvP‑free starter region designed to ease new players into ship piloting, trade and PvE combat. It also adds eight new ships—including Navy...
Thatgamecompany Turns 20, Adds Themed Accessories to Sky: Children of the Light, and Talks Future Projects
thatgamecompany marks its 20th anniversary, celebrating a legacy that includes *flOw*, *Flower*, *Journey* and the live‑service hit *Sky: Children of the Light*. To commemorate, the studio launched a themed accessory bundle— a flOw‑inspired cape and a Flower‑styled hair piece—available as...
Mixtape: Hardest Achievements/Trophies and How to Get Them
Mixtape, the recent indie action‑adventure, packs a dense set of trophies and achievements that range from straightforward challenges to deliberately missable tasks. Notable examples include the Grunge Metal Alchemist trophy, which requires a recipe only revealed in a later chapter,...
Where to Find Creature Enamel in Subnautica 2
Subnautica 2 players can harvest creature enamel—a rare crafting material—for reinforced glass and depth‑module upgrades. The guide pinpoints enamel deposits near Ruby’s second blackbox, roughly 250 meters south‑southeast of the Alien Ruins, and explains how to collect them with a charged sonic...
GamesRadar Has Decamped to Kyoto to Bring You some Killer World Premieres and Trailers Straight Out of BitSummit Punch 2026
GamesRadar+ has set up a live showcase from Japan’s BitSummit Punch 2026, branding it the BitSummit Punch Mixtape. The 60‑minute program, scheduled for May 26 at 9 am PT, will stream on the outlet’s website, YouTube and Twitch, featuring world‑premiere trailers, interviews and a...
Summer Games Done Quick Returns This July, Schedule Out Now
Summer Games Done Quick returns July 5‑11, 2026 in Minneapolis, livestreamed on Twitch and YouTube. The week‑long marathon will feature a mix of classic and new speedruns, including titles like Kirby Air Riders, Don’t Stop Girlypop, and the quirky Drywall Eating...
Monochrome Mobius Summary Manga Published Ahead of Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered's Release
Aquaplus has posted a 33‑page manga chapter on its Japanese site that recaps the pre‑game storyline of Monochrome Mobius, serving as a narrative bridge to the upcoming title Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered. The comic is currently only available in...
EDGE Review Scores for Issue #424
EDGE magazine’s May 2026 issue #424 released its latest review scores, covering 15 games with a focus on Nintendo Switch titles. Three Switch games—Mixtape, Saros and Titanium Court—earned the highest rating of 9, while Tomodachi Life: LTD, Mouse: PI For Hire and Dosa Divas received middling 5s. The lowest...
Imperial Palace, the Second Expansion, Is Coming to Wuxia Open-World ARPG Where Winds Meet This Month
Everstone announced the second expansion, Imperial Palace, for the open‑world Wuxia ARPG Where Winds Meet, arriving in late May. The half‑anniversary celebration adds a limited‑time Poised Panda cosmetic for $0.99 and three free premium outfits. Imperial Palace introduces a million‑square‑meter...
'Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes' Is a Relentlessly Oppressive Roguelite Inspired by FTL
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, developed by Alt Shift and published by Dotemu, launches on PC via Steam and GOG. The game blends menu‑driven crew and resource management with real‑time, pause‑able space battles, creating a harsh roguelite experience. Inspired by FTL...
The Analogue 3D Is Finally Getting Save States
Analogue released firmware 1.3.0 for its 4K N64‑compatible Analogue 3D, adding the Memories save‑state feature that lets players capture progress at any moment. The update also follows earlier firmware improvements for multi‑title flash carts and HDR emulation. Meanwhile, Tether unveiled its...
Where to Farm Lead in Subnautica 2
Lead is the toughest mineral to locate in Subnautica 2, especially in the opening biome, yet it’s required to craft the Sonic Resonator and other advanced items. The game’s developers have identified a high‑yield lead deposit roughly 300 meters northeast of the...
Roguelike 2D Platformer Pit Panic Announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC
Flying Rat Studio announced its roguelike 2D platformer Pit Panic, slated for a July launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam, Epic, and GOG. The game centers on an archaeologist navigating handcrafted levels using a physics‑driven hook...
EVE Frontier's Cycle 6 Announced, Brings Full Server Wipe To Founder's Access
Fenris Creations announced that EVE Frontier’s Cycle 6: Sanctuary will launch on June 25, resetting the entire galaxy for all Founder‑access players. The update brings a full server wipe, modular ship upgrades, and a host of new environmental hazards. New “Feral” enemies...
Fenris Creations Announces Updates for Eve Online, Eve Frontier, and Eve Vanguard
Fenris Creations unveiled three major updates across the Eve franchise. Cycle 6: Sanctuary for the in‑development Eve Frontier launches June 25 with a full server reset, modular ship construction and new environmental status effects that turn space itself into a hazard. Eve...
Xbox 'Investigating' Issue With Passwords Not Working On Consoles
Microsoft’s Xbox division announced it is investigating a login glitch that prevents correct passwords from being accepted on some consoles. The problem surfaced this week, with multiple users posting reports on the Xbox Support subreddit. Xbox Support has posted a...
How Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen's New Caster Robe Designs Led to the Team Reworking How They Made Armor
Visionary Realms announced new caster robe designs for Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen, admitting the original robes suffered visual flaws and frequent clipping during movement. To fix this, the studio overhauled its entire armor creation pipeline, adopting overlapping mesh components...
EVE Fanfest 2026: EVE Vanguard's Operation Avalon Alpha Kicks Off July 7th, Sets Stage for Its 24/7 Alpha Release In...
EVE Vanguard’s Operation Avalon playtest launches July 7‑20 on Steam and the EVE Online launcher, marking the biggest test yet for the MMO‑FPS. The event introduces rebuilt combat, new weapons, expanded enemies, and the Warbarge hub for crafting and regrouping. Feedback...
EFootball 2026 Epic Didier Drogba Pack: Review, Best Progression Builds, and Skills
Konami’s eFootball 2026 celebrates its ninth anniversary with an Epic Didier Drogba pack, offering a 50‑player box and up to 18 free attempts through the campaign. The card features the classic Fox in the Box striker profile, highlighted by the...
Puppet Combo Unveils New Xbox Achievements for Backrooms Horror Game
Puppet Combo released a new set of Xbox achievements for its Backrooms horror game on May 14, 2026, covering both Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. The achievement list includes 11 items worth a total of 1,000 Gamerscore, with three...
Plans for 25,000-Seat London Colosseum to Host Esports Events
A consortium has unveiled plans for a 25,000‑seat London Colosseum at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, designed to host major esports finals, world‑championship boxing, and a European‑based NBA franchise. The mixed‑use development will incorporate a hotel, residential units and community...
On Its 20th Birthday, I Look Back on New Super Mario Bros' Legacy as the Defining Nintendo DS Title and...
New Super Mario Bros. celebrated its 20th anniversary on May 15, 2026, marking two decades since its U.S. launch. The handheld platformer remains the best‑selling Nintendo DS game, with roughly 30 million copies sold worldwide. It launched the “New Super Mario”...
Oklahoma Sues Roblox, Alleging Platform Ignored Child‑predator Warnings
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond filed a 51‑page lawsuit accusing Roblox of neglecting basic safety controls and facilitating sexual exploitation of children. The state seeks civil penalties per violation of its Consumer Protection Act and a permanent injunction to force...
Streamer 'Chud the Builder' Charged with Attempted Murder After Courthouse Shooting
Dalton Eatherly, the controversial livestreamer known as 'Chud the Builder,' was arrested and charged with attempted murder after a gunfight outside the Montgomery County Courthouse in Clarksville, Tennessee on May 13. The incident left both men with gunshot wounds and...
Diaphone Releases First Invincible VS Tier List Covering the Most Busted Characters in the Game and the 2 at the...
Diaphone, a top‑ranked Invincible VS player, released his first tier list after two weeks of competitive play. He places Atom Eve and Cecil in S‑tier, highlighting their assist strength despite neutral weaknesses, and crowns Invincible as the premier point character thanks to...
Forza Horizon 6 Will Unleash the Wankel-Powered Furai to Kick Off Its Festival Playlist Car Additions
Playground Games is launching Forza Horizon 6’s Festival Playlist on May 21, kicking off with the 2008 Mazda Furai—a rare rotary‑engine concept car—available after earning 80 points in the “Welcome to Japan” series. The event runs through June 18 and also features the...
Best Overwatch Aim Training Custom Game Codes
The article provides an updated list of the most effective Overwatch custom‑game codes for aim training, including VAXTAJPYHG, 6CJXR1, JEENZ, TXCXX, and PYDEY. Each map targets a specific skill—basic aim, aerial targeting, flicking, 1v1 duels, and Widowmaker sniping—while offering adjustable...
Warhammer Skulls Showcase Returns Next Week for Tenth Anniversary
The Warhammer Skulls showcase returns on May 21, 2026, celebrating its tenth anniversary. The live event will stream at 9 am PT/12 pm ET on YouTube and Twitch, featuring discounts on several Warhammer titles via the Xbox Store. A robust lineup—including Space Marine 2, Darktide,...
Summer Game Fest Launches June 5 – Register Now
Three weeks until #SummerGameFest is live on Friday, June 5. Sign up at https://t.co/59xiIzexLf https://t.co/qrvPnP3xO0
Controversial Racer Lego 2K Drive Is Getting Delisted Soon, with Its Servers Set to Be Shutdown in 2027
Lego 2K Drive will be delisted on May 19, 2026, exactly three years after its launch, and its multiplayer servers will go offline on May 31, 2027. The shutdown likely stems from expiring vehicle‑license agreements and insufficient revenue to justify continued support. While the single‑player experience...
New Expelled From Paradise Game Is a Visual Novel
Toei Animation announced a new visual novel titled *Expelled from Paradise – The Stellar Angel –*, slated for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam in winter 2026. Developed by Studio 51, the game will feature the original film’s protagonists Angela Balzac...
Xbox Solitaire Game with One of the Worst Achievement Lists Ever Has Been Delisted
Developer Sticky Hands and publisher Eggtart quietly removed Age of Solitaire: Build Civilization from the Xbox store, ending access to its notoriously demanding achievement list. The game, a Klondoke solitaire that builds a civilization, required 100,000 total games, a streak...
AMD FSR 4.1 Coming to RDNA 2 Will Benefit Xbox Series X More Than PS5 Due to Hardware, SDK –...
AMD announced that its FidelityFX Super Resolution 4.1 (FSR 4.1) will be adapted for RDNA 2 GPUs, opening the door for console adoption. Analyst Moore’s Law is Dead predicts the technology could land on Xbox Series X/S and PS5 after its PC rollout...
Valve Releases CS2 Update Addressing Cache Bugs and Grenade Mechanics
Valve rolled out a targeted Counter-Strike 2 patch on May 14, focusing on the fan‑favorite Cache map, grenade mechanics, workshop tools, and audio tweaks. The update seals holes, corrects surface types, adds bullet‑blocking grating to windows, and refines player and...
Lego 2K Drive Is Getting Delisted After Only Three Years
Lego 2K Drive will be removed from all digital storefronts on May 19, 2026, exactly three years after its launch. The game’s multiplayer servers are slated to shut down on May 31, 2027, ending online features. While the title never reached 50 concurrent Steam players, the...
Subnautica 2 Dev Responds To Player Who Asked For Tech Support On A Leaked Version Of The Game: ‘Thanks For...
A pre‑release build of Subnautica 2 leaked online a day before its May 14 Early Access launch, prompting a player to seek technical support from lead designer Anthony Gallegos on Discord. The developer responded publicly, chastising the user for pirating a game he’d...
AMD’s FSR 4.1 Is Coming to Older RX 7000 and 6000 GPUs, but What About PS5 and Xbox?
AMD announced that its upgraded FidelityFX Super Resolution 4.1 upscaler will debut on Radeon RX 7000 series GPUs in July 2026, bringing over 300 supported games at launch. The company also pledged to extend FSR 4.1 to the older RX...
007: First Light’s Bond Having “A Little Controversy” For His Apparent Smugness Is “A Good Thing”
IO Interactive’s upcoming game *007: First Light* deliberately gives its young James Bond, played by Patrick Gibson, a smug, over‑confident demeanor. Senior combat designer Tom Marcham and narrative director Martin Emborg explain the trait reflects a reckless, immortal‑feeling youth on...
Play These 8 PS Plus Games Before They Leave Next Week
Sony’s PlayStation Plus Extra lineup will shed eight titles on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, ending subscriber access to a mix of PS5 and PS4 games. The departing catalog includes high‑profile releases such as Control: Ultimate Edition, Sand Land, Mortal Shell (both standard...
How to Power up Your Base in Subnautica 2
The guide outlines how to keep a Subnautica 2 base powered by detailing five core energy sources—Solar Panels, Hydroelectric Turbines, Thermal Plants, Bioreactors, and Power Transmitters. Each option lists required materials, placement tips, and generation rates, helping players match power generation...
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Hiked Since Current Market Conditions Don’t Seem Temporary
Nintendo announced a $500 U.S. launch price for the Switch 2, up from $449.99, after a Q&A revealed that sustained rises in memory chip costs, foreign‑exchange swings and oil price volatility forced a permanent price adjustment. The company said the hike...
What Got Removed In The Type Soul Update?
Roblox’s Type Soul has received a major overhaul under a new development team, stripping several legacy features such as Hell mode, Devil Trigger, Ancient Vastocar, True Mode, Vows, older Hueco Mundo and Wandenreich maps, and PvP modes like Culling Games...
Subnautica 2 Early Access Draws 426,000 Players, Sells 1 Million Copies Amid Legal and GDPR Scrutiny
Unknown Worlds released Subnautica 2 into early access on May 14 for Xbox Series X/S, PC and Game Pass, instantly pulling more than 426,000 concurrent Steam players and surpassing one million copies sold. The strong launch comes as the studio navigates a...
The Best Nintendo Switch 2 Controllers in 2026
Nintendo’s Switch 2 launch has sparked a competitive controller market, highlighted by six top picks. The official Switch 2 Pro Controller leads with a 40‑hour battery, amiibo support and extra remappable buttons, though it commands a premium price. Joy‑Con 2 improves handheld ergonomics...
HEXSTORM: Tears of Arcadia Is Now on Phaser V4
HEXSTORM: Tears of Arcadia has completed migration to Phaser v4, becoming one of the first production games on the new engine. Solo developer Anton Chuev announced the update on May 7, adding 4K art, a terrain texture overhaul, and a mission comic...
PS5, PS4 Racer LEGO 2K Drive Is Getting Bricked: PS Store Removal and Online Server Shutdown
2K Games announced that LEGO 2K Drive will be removed from the PlayStation Store on May 19 2026, and its multiplayer servers will be shut down on May 31 2027. After the server shutdown, any game functions that rely on online connectivity will cease to work,...
Blue Archive Will Get Official Steam Deck Support and Controller Support After May 26
Nexon announced that its anime‑style RPG Blue Archive will receive official Steam Deck support and full controller compatibility in an update slated for on or after May 26, varying by region. The game, already playable on iOS, Android, and PC, currently...