Today's Gaming Pulse
Capcom rolls out free demo for blockbuster Resident Evil Requiem
Resident Evil Requiem, which has sold over 7 million copies, now offers a free demo across major platforms. Players can try early chapters on Steam, Epic, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Switch 2, though progress cannot be transferred to the full game.
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Sam Lake Writes Exclusive Manuscript Pages For New Phasmophobia Event
Kinetic Games has launched a limited‑time "Phasmophobia by Alan Wake" event, teaming the popular co‑op horror title with Remedy Entertainment’s Alan Wake franchise. The collaboration introduces a new "Dark Place" mode where players hunt ghosts while searching for manuscript pages written exclusively by Alan Wake creator Sam Lake. The event runs from May 12 through June 2 and includes community goals that reward participants for completing the narrative challenges. CEO Daniel Knight highlighted the partnership as a natural fit for both horror brands.
How to Get a Raptor Mount in Crimson Desert
The Red‑Feathered Raptor mount in Crimson Desert is found exclusively at the Crimson Mountains Fortress in the Southeast Tashkalp region. Players must set the Re‑Blockade Frequency to “War” to repopulate the area after clearing it. Taming follows the standard mount...
Mouse P.I. For Hire Declared an Indie Success After Exceeding Sales Expectations
PlaySide Studios announced that its indie first‑person shooter Mouse: P.I. For Hire has sold approximately 730,000 units across all platforms, generating about $21.4 million in revenue since its April 16 launch. Console versions account for half of those sales, allowing the studio...
What Time Does Subnautica 2 Release in Your Time Zone?
Subnautica 2 will enter early access on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 11 a.m. EDT, with staggered launch times worldwide. Players can pre‑purchase the game for $29.99 and preload on Steam, while Epic Games and Xbox only offer pre‑order without download. Unknown Worlds expects the full...
Ireland Esports Collegiate Series National Finals Head to GamerFest 2026
The Ireland Esports Collegiate Series (IECS) will stage its 2025/26 National Finals live at GamerFest’s Red Bull stage in the RDS Main Hall on May 23‑24. The event features the top collegiate squads in Valorant, League of Legends, Rocket League...
Xbox Game Pass Adds 2 Day-One Games for Critical Thinkers
Xbox Game Pass added two day‑one titles on May 12, 2026: the deck‑building roguelite Black Jacket and the adventure sequel Call of the Elder Gods. Both games are available immediately on the Ultimate and PC tiers, with Premium access slated for...
The MongolZ to Face Aurora in Astana Round 5
The PGL Astana group stage reaches its fifth round as The MongolZ (ranked #8) take on Aurora (#6) in a pivotal 2‑2 pool showdown. The match, scheduled for 11:00 UTC on 13 May, is the third encounter between the two sides, with...
Battlefield REDSEC Elite Series and Open Series: Schedule, Format, and How to Join
EA has launched the Battlefield REDSEC competitive circuit, split into an invitation‑only Elite Series and an open‑access Open Series. The Elite Series will host 600 squads across the Americas, EMEA and APAC, with a $1 million prize pool and regional finals streamed...
Nintendo Sales Reveal Mario Is Putting Donkey Kong and Pokémon to Shame on the Switch 2
Nintendo’s latest console, the Switch 2, is being driven by Mario Kart World, which has sold 14.7 million copies since its launch, far outpacing Donkey Kong Bananza (4.52 million) and Pokémon Pokopia (4 million). The fiscal report shows Nintendo shifted 136.91 million software units and...
How Long Is Directive 8020?
Directive 8020, the latest entry in The Dark Pictures series, extends playtime to roughly 10‑13 hours for the main story, a notable increase from the franchise’s typical 5‑7 hour runs. The game adds an Explorer Mode with unlimited Turning Points, letting...
New Nintendo Switch 2 Bundles Coming Ahead of Price Increase
Nintendo will introduce a “Choose Your Game” bundle for the Switch 2 starting early June, letting customers pick a digital copy of Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, or Pokémon Pokopia for $499.99, matching the current console price. The bundle effectively...
The 12 Resident Evil Collectables Worth Saving Leon's Credits For
GamesRadar+ highlights twelve Resident Evil collectibles released to celebrate the franchise’s 30th anniversary and the recent Requiem launch. The roundup spans official Capcom items—like a Level 3 keycard replica and an anniversary hoodie—to third‑party accessories such as a Tubbz Tofu figure,...
FURIA Beat GM to Secure Astana Playoffs
FURIA secured a PGL Astana playoff spot by defeating Gentle Mates 2‑1, taking the series 13‑11 on Nuke, 10‑13 on Overpass and 13‑6 on Inferno. The win grants the Kazakh‑born AWPer Danil “molodoy” Golubenko a home‑crowd match at Barys Arena,...
Forza Horizon 6 Release Times: How to Play Early (All Regions)
Forza Horizon 6 launches on May 19, 2026 for PC and Xbox Series X/S, with the Standard edition arriving May 18 PT at $69.99. The Premium edition, priced at $119.99, grants four days of early access starting May 14 PT and bundles two future expansions, extra cars, and...
Open-World PS Plus Extra Game Gets a Bonus Freebie for May 2026
PlayStation Plus Extra is offering the free 1.3.0 “Cosmic Companion” update for the co‑op survival‑crafting title Abiotic Factor. The patch adds a new portal world, over 100 items, a full chemistry system, revamped pets, and several powerful weapons. Existing subscribers...
Scopely’s Growing Presence in Barcelona: From Five Employees to 750
Scopely’s Barcelona operation has exploded from a five‑person studio in 2017 to more than 750 employees today, part of roughly 1,000 staff across Spain. The hub houses the Playgami end‑to‑end platform and development teams for titles such as Stumble Guys, Star Trek: Fleet Command...
DC Universe Online Single Player Level Scaling Test Begins Today
Daybreak Game Company has opened a public test of a revamped single‑player scaling system for DC Universe Online. The test lets players experience the current scaling model and a new adjusted version side‑by‑side within the same solo missions. Participants will...
How Nimble Fox Games Is Building a Hybridcasual Studio Around Speed, but Not Chaotic Speed
Nimble Fox Games, a six‑person studio in Riyadh, is releasing a new hybrid‑casual mobile title every three weeks, using rapid experiments to build a repeatable hit‑finding system. The studio aims to test 20 concepts and identify one or two keeper...
Roblox Appoints Mohamed El Sheakh as General Manager for MENA and Türkiye
Roblox has named industry veteran Mohamed El Sheakh as general manager for the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye. In his new role he will steer regional expansion, forge partnerships, and nurture the developer ecosystem across the two markets. El Sheakh brings...
Crimson Desert DLC on the Way as Pearl Abyss Plans to "Broaden the Game"
Pearl Abyss confirmed that a downloadable content (DLC) expansion is in development for its newly launched RPG Crimson Desert. The studio emphasized that the DLC will help "broaden the game to the next level" while sustaining user satisfaction and driving...
How to Unlock the M16A4 Assault Rifle in Battlefield 6 and REDSEC
The M16A4 assault rifle returns in Battlefield 6 Season 3 as a free Tier 11 reward on the Tiger Shark Battle Pass path. Players can earn it without purchasing the premium pass by accumulating Battle Pass XP through modes like Breakthrough and Conquest....
Unreal Engine 5.8 Preview
Epic Games released the Unreal Engine 5.8 Preview, emphasizing performance, scalability, and new workflow tools. The update introduces Mesh Terrain, an experimental 3‑D‑mesh‑based landscape system, and upgrades the Procedural Content Generation framework for direct manual edits. Major enhancements include a Nanite‑ready...
The Jedi Knight Series Deserves a Reboot
The Jedi Knight video‑game series, starring Kyle Katarn, ran from 1995 to 2003 and carved a distinct niche within the Star Wars universe. Its blend of first‑ and third‑person combat, lightsaber mechanics, and the groundbreaking Sith Engine set a technical benchmark...
Prosperous Kids Debuts Roblox‑Based Financial Literacy Game for 80 Million Kids
Prosperous Kids announced the launch of Mimi's Dream Builders, an immersive financial‑literacy game on Roblox, as the centerpiece of its new end‑to‑end education ecosystem. The initiative, built with tech partner Smobler, aims to reach the 80 million children who already spend...
Nintendo Announces Limited Switch 2 Console & Game Bundle, Ahead of Planned Price Rise
Nintendo announced a limited-time "Choose Your Game" bundle for the Switch 2, pairing the new console with a digital copy of Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, or Pokémon Pokopia for $500. The bundles will be sold at select retailers starting...
Microsoft Teams Up with WWE for Gears of War: E-Day Sponsorship, Hinting at September Release
Microsoft announced that its upcoming title Gears of War: E-Day will serve as the presenting sponsor for WWE's AAA Triplemania 34, a two‑day event in Mexico City on Sept. 11‑13. The partnership, revealed during the Backlash show, suggests the game could...
Krafton Pushes PUBG Beyond Battle Royale, Hits 1 Trillion‑won Q1 Revenue
Krafton reported a 24% year‑on‑year rise in PUBG franchise revenue, topping 1 trillion won ($740 million) in the first quarter. The surge was powered by new cooperative modes XenoPoint and the upcoming PAYDAY heist, signaling a strategic pivot from pure battle‑royale to a...
GreaterThan Group Backs Star Wars Game and COD Shooter
Exclusive: Behind Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic is a new video game holding company, GreaterThan Group. Led by a former NetEase exec, GTG is also funding a new shooter from COD legend David Vonderhaar https://t.co/Qq5xpEcpAw
Dark Fantasy Boomer Shooter Nailcrown Announced
Bohemia Interactive and Destructive Creations have unveiled Nailcrown, a dark‑fantasy boomer shooter slated for Windows PC via Steam. The game promises high‑velocity gunplay, brutal melee, and a dynamic gore system set in medieval‑style hellscapes, with both solo/co‑op campaign and multiplayer...
Two-Player Co-Op Roguelite City-Builder Kingfish Announced for Consoles, PC
Firevolt, the studio behind WheelMates, announced Kingfish, a two‑player cooperative roguelite city‑builder set on the back of a massive leviathan. Players assume asymmetric roles—one piloting the giant fish that serves as a floating kingdom, the other controlling a young king...
VALORANT Patch 12.09 Notes: Neon and Shotgun Nerfs, MMR Changes
Riot Games rolled out VALORANT Patch 12.09, targeting balance and player safety. The update nerfs Neon by removing her airborne speed boost and limiting fuel regeneration to kills while her ultimate is active. Shotguns receive a major spread overhaul—accuracy penalties while...
Marathon Reconsiders Bug Abuse Approach After Player Uses Cryo Archive Exploit to Butcher an Entire Team
Bungie announced it will review its stance on punishing players who exploit bugs after a Marathon player used an out‑of‑bounds glitch on the Cryo Archive map to wipe an entire squad. The studio plans to patch the geometry flaw before...
How to Unlock the L115 Sniper Rifle in Battlefield 6 and REDSEC
The L115 bolt‑action sniper returns in Battlefield 6 Season 3 and can be earned for free at Tier 5 of the Recruit Path in the Season 3 Battle Pass. Players unlock it by accumulating Battle Pass XP through matches, daily objectives, and seasonal challenges....
Sega Cancels Its "Super Game" Initiative and Slows Down Free-to-Play Game Development
Sega announced it is abandoning the “Super Game” initiative it co‑developed with Microsoft, citing the under‑performance of its recent free‑to‑play title Sonic Rumble Party. The company will deprioritize live‑service projects, delaying several upcoming F2P games and moving more than 100...
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Trailer
A launch trailer for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle showcases its new Nintendo Switch 2 version, featuring first‑person gameplay and motion‑control support. Developed by MachineGames, the studio behind the recent Wolfenstein titles, the game is executive‑produced by industry veteran Todd...
Alan Wake Begins Haunting Popular Multiplayer Horror Game Phasmophobia Today
Kinetic Games and Remedy Entertainment launched a three‑week crossover event, "Phasmophobia by Alan Wake," on May 12, 2026. The collaboration reimagines four classic Phasmophobia maps with an Alan Wake narrative twist and introduces permanent player skins for Alan Wake and FBI agent Saga Anderson....
PUBG Is Removing Several Weapons From the Game, and You Could Be Due Compensation
PUBG will remove several underused firearms—including the Mosin Nagant, QBU, and P1911—in its June patch to streamline the loot system. The move clears space for new weapons and aligns with the game’s broader push into hybrid modes like the Payday‑style heist....
Xbox Adds New Troubleshooting Guidance for Backwards Compatibility Issues
Microsoft has updated its Xbox Support site with a dedicated troubleshooting guide for backward‑compatible Xbox 360 games on Xbox One and Series consoles. The new page addresses common error codes such as 8015190A, which blocks Xbox Live connectivity, and 8015D000, which...
Hungrybox Updates His Super Smash Bros. Melee Tier List for 2026
Veteran Melee pro Hungrybox has released his 2026 tier list, placing Fox and Marth at the top, followed by Falco, Jigglypuff, Sheik and Captain Falcon. He demoted Sheik below Jigglypuff for the first time, while still rating Peach, Pikachu, Yoshi...
'Palworld Online' Has Been Trademarked, but There's Hints of Potential AI Use
Pocketpair filed a live trademark for "Palworld Online" in the United States on April 27, 2026 and in South Korea three days earlier, signaling a possible new product line for the controversial survival‑craft title. The filing lists not only "recorded...
DokeV and PLAN 8 Still in Development; DokeV in Pre-Production Stage
Pearl Abyss confirmed that its two announced projects, the collectible MMORPG DokeV and the exosuit shooter PLAN 8, remain in development according to its Q1 2026 financial results. DokeV has entered the pre‑production phase and is now the primary resource focus, with...
Starshard Brigands Is Coming to PC via Steam in 2027
Zomia Studio announced that its indie dungeon‑crawler *Starshard Brigands* will launch on Steam in 2027 for both Japanese and English audiences. The game features a classless, free‑form character creator, a sprawling non‑linear skill tree, and random equipment affixes. Players can interact...
M0NESY and Kyousuke Combine as Falcons Come Back to Beat The MongolZ
Falcons secured a spot in the PGL Astana playoffs after a dramatic comeback against The MongolZ, erasing a 4‑10 deficit on Mirage and winning in overtime. Russian duo m0NESY and kyousuke combined for 38 kills in the final 14 rounds,...
Developer Who Produced EA’s James Bond Games Says Batman Arkham Asylum Was ‘Exactly What We Should Have Done’
Former EA Bond series producer Chuck Beaver reflected that the franchise’s early 2000s games struggled to capture the spy’s cinematic flair, especially after the licence moved to Activision. He cited the lack of film‑based constraints on titles like Nightfire as...
AMD Leaks Budget Radeon RX 9050 with 2,048 Cores, Targeting Strained Mid‑Range Market
AMD is reportedly developing a low‑end Radeon RX 9050 that carries the same 2,048 stream processors as its higher‑end RX 9060 XT, but with reduced clock speeds. The card would ship with 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128‑bit bus, positioning...
All Challenges in Battlefield 6 and How to Complete Them
Battlefield 6 expands its progression system with a comprehensive set of challenges across assignments, weapons, classes, units, BF Pro seasons, and the single‑player campaign. After Rank 20, players must complete specific tasks—such as vehicle mileage, headshots, or objective captures—to unlock new weapons, gadgets,...
Atari Secures Exclusive Rights to First Five Wizardry RPGs, Aiming for Retro Revival
Atari announced it has acquired the complete and exclusive rights to the first five games in the classic Wizardry RPG series, positioning the company to launch remastered editions, physical releases and cross‑media projects. The deal separates the early titles from...
Xelex on Adapting: "I Don't Want to Die because I Misplayed, I Just Want to Die because I Whiffed"
Seventeen‑year‑old Adrian “xelex” Vincze made his first major‑stage appearance at PGL Astana, debuting as a full‑time rifler on MOUZ’s main roster. He praised the team’s chemistry, especially IGL xertioN’s “crazy” leadership, while acknowledging a steep learning curve adapting to new...
Discord Nitro Adds Free Xbox Game Pass Starter Tier for $9.99 Subscribers
Discord announced that its Nitro Rewards program will bundle a free Xbox Game Pass Starter edition for all Nitro subscribers. The starter tier offers a rotating catalog of 50+ PC and console games plus 10 hours of cloud gaming each...
Aeterna Loop: Tactical Idle RPG Redeem Codes and How to Use Them (May 2026)
Aeterna Loop: Tactical Idle RPG, developed by Yes Games Corp., offers 20 worldlines, 49 tactical cards, and 30 heroes. As of the May 12, 2026 check, the game has not released any active redeem codes. The article explains how codes work, where...