Rivalis: Open Source Multiplayer Framework for Phaser and Node.js
Rivalis is a free, MIT‑licensed Node.js framework that adds multiplayer support to Phaser games through a simple rooms‑and‑actors model. It provides typed WebSocket messages, automatic reconnection, heartbeats, and per‑actor rate limiting out of the box. The library ships as @rivalis/core for servers and @rivalis/browser for browsers, with a demo that includes a two‑player Pac‑Man. Rivalis positions itself as a lower‑level alternative to Colyseus, giving developers full control over payloads while handling the plumbing that typically slows multiplayer development.
Embracer Will Actively Explore Partnerships for Saints Row, TimeSplitters, and More
Embracer Group announced it will split into two entities, creating Fellowship Entertainment to house flagship franchises such as Tomb Raider and The Lord of the Rings. The new unit will also inherit dormant IPs like Saints Row, TimeSplitters, Deus Ex and others, and will form a dedicated...
Paralives Ready to Take on The Sims with New Footage Ahead of Release
Paralives, a life‑simulation game positioned as a direct rival to The Sims, will launch on May 25, 2026 in Early Access. A new trailer and a 45‑minute gameplay video showcase an open‑world town, deep character customization, and a built‑in modding...
'Faker' Lee Sang-Hyeok: "Representing the National Team Is an Honor"
T1 defeated DRX 2‑1, marking its fifth consecutive win and the team’s 11th victory of the 2026 LCK season. Faker was named Player of the Match for the second straight game and discussed both the win and areas for improvement...
"Roguelike Can Be Anything": Krafton Exec Is Very Tired of Being Pitched "Balatro with Different Cards"
Krafton’s Europe investment director Victor Lee warned that he’s been flooded with roughly 250 roguelike deck‑builder pitches in the past year, calling the label a misnomer that offers little differentiation. He argued that the rapid turnover of gaming trends makes...
T1 Wins 5th Consecutive League Matchup with 2-1 Victory Over KRX
T1 extended its winning streak to five games by defeating KRX 2‑1 in the third round of the 2026 LCK regular season. After a tightly contested second set that saw KRX level the series, T1 leveraged superior macro play, objective...
Warhorse Studios Developing Open-World RPG Set in The Lord of the Rings' Middle-Earth
Warhorse Studios announced two new projects: an open‑world role‑playing game set in J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle‑earth and a new adventure entry in its flagship Kingdom Come series. The Middle‑earth RPG marks the studio’s first licensed fantasy IP, aiming to deliver an...
Online Child Safety Campaigners Call for US Inquiry Into Roblox
Child‑safety advocates, led by Jonathan Haidt’s Anxious Generation Movement, have filed a complaint with the FTC demanding an investigation into Roblox’s platform design and monetisation. They allege that Roblox’s voice and text chat expose children to sexual content and that...
The Rumours Were True, Warhorse Are Making an Open-World Lord of the Rings RPG Alongside a New Kingdom Come Game
Warhorse Studios has officially confirmed that it is developing an open‑world RPG set in Tolkien’s Middle‑earth, marking the studio’s first foray into high‑fantasy after the historically grounded Kingdom Come series. At the same time, Warhorse announced a new "Kingdom Come...
Hasbro Cancel Dungeons and Dragons Action Game Helmed by Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Director, Leaving Studio Hunting for New...
Hasbro has pulled the plug on the Dungeons & Dragons action game it announced with Giant Skull last June, a project led by former *Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order* director Stig Asmussen. The cancellation stemmed from an early concept that Baldur's Gate...
"Seven or Eight Years Is Not that Unusual": Diablo 4 Lead Says AAA Games Are Taking Longer to Make, Which...
Lead engine engineer Marcin Undak warned that AAA titles now often require seven to eight years of development, far longer than the traditional three‑year cycle. Extended timelines mean studios like Blizzard, CD Projekt and Ubisoft open fewer junior positions, hiring...
Proton 11 Beta 5 Released with More Regression Fixes
Valve rolled out Proton 11 Beta 5, a targeted update that patches several regressions and adds controller input fixes for titles like Deus Ex: Mankind Divided. The beta restores playability for BattleBit Remastered, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, and improves Terraria performance compared with...
How to Solve the First Angel Comb Puzzle in Subnautica 2
Subnautica 2 introduces a heat‑protection mechanic that lets players survive volcanic zones exceeding 100 °C. To unlock it, gamers must craft a Sonic Resonator, gather copper, titanium, lead and a wiring kit, then complete the Angel Comb mission north‑west of the Lifepod....
How to Repair the Welcome Center in Subnautica 2
Subnautica 2 entered early access in May 2026, introducing players to a new Welcome Center that serves as both a tutorial hub and the Biomod selector. To reactivate it, players must craft a Survival Multitool, gather copper and Acidic Raion Pouches, and...
TYLOO Stun MOUZ as CAC Kicks Off
TYLOO opened the CS Asia Championships 2026 with a 13‑7 victory over MOUZ on Inferno, establishing early tournament momentum. Mercury Wang’s aggressive play helped secure the map, while Moseyuh led TYLOO with a 17‑6 score and a 1.65 rating. In...
What Time Does Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Release in Your Time Zone?
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight launches worldwide on May 21‑22, 2026, with console versions dropping at 9 p.m. PDT (May 21) and 12 a.m. EDT (May 22). The PC/Steam edition follows at 1 p.m. EDT on May 22, with corresponding times across major global zones. Pre‑order customers can preload the game on any platform,...
RoadOut Launch Trailer – Post-Apocalyptic Action RPG Out on Nintendo Switch
Dangen Entertainment and Rastrolabs unveiled the launch trailer for RoadOut, a new post‑apocalyptic action RPG arriving on Nintendo Switch. The game fuses twin‑stick shooting, open‑world car exploration, and dungeon‑crawling puzzles, letting players drive through the Dead Zone and battle on...
Neptunia Unlimited Opening Movie Released
Compile Heart released the opening movie for Neptunia Unlimited, showcasing the new title ahead of its Japanese launch on August 27. The video features the theme song “Yuusei no Singularity,” performed by vocalist nao and composed by YOFFY. The game will...
How to Get Forza Horizon 6 Loyalty Rewards
Forza Horizon 6 automatically grants six iconic cover cars to players who sign in with an Xbox Gamertag that holds save data from previous Forza titles. The rewards drop into the garage after completing the Tokyo City intro race, requiring no...
2XKO Announces Significant Nerfs for the Newly-Released Teamfight Fuse Already
Riot Games unveiled the Teamfight Fuse mechanic in early May, but top players quickly flagged its overwhelming power. In response, Riot announced a suite of nerfs—including higher meter costs, longer recovery frames, and reduced defensive options—scheduled for the 1.2.3 patch...
Upcoming Open-World Games That Look Too Good To Be True
The gaming press is buzzing about a wave of ambitious open‑world titles set to launch as the current console generation matures, with Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto 6 leading the pack. GTA 6 is slated for a November 2026 release and is rumored to...
Say Hello to All of Exodus' Mass Effect-Like Companions So Far
Archetype Entertainment, a studio founded by former BioWare talent, has unveiled three of the eleven planned companions for its upcoming sci‑fi RPG Exodus. The combat companions Tom Vargas and Elise Charroux, along with story companion C.C. Orlev—voiced by Matthew McConaughey—were detailed...
Futuristic Wild West Co-Op Shooter Far Far West Gets First Major Update and Hits 1 Million in Sales
Far Far West, the futuristic Wild West co‑op shooter from Evil Raptor and Fireshine Games, has sold over 1 million copies in Early Access, reaching 500 k in the first few days and 700 k within a week. The title earned an “Overwhelmingly Positive” rating on Steam,...
Nexon Q1 Report: MapleStory and ARC Raiders Drive Record Revenue, ARC Sold 16M Copies & China Release Planned
South Korean game publisher Nexon reported record quarterly revenue, driven by strong performance of ARC Raiders and the MapleStory franchise. ARC Raiders sold roughly 16 million copies, reaching 15.5 million Q1 sales, while MapleStory grew 42% YoY, bolstered by Idle RPG and...
Battlespace Command Is Everything RTS Players Have Been Begging For
MicroProse unveiled Battlespace Command, a realistic military real‑time strategy game that lets players command operations across battlefields as large as 6.25 million square kilometers. The title will launch with 50 playable nations and more than 250 distinct unit types, ranging from...
How Australian Devs Are Rethinking Game Marketing
Over 21,000 games launched on Steam in 2025, dwarfing the 18,000 released in 2024 and highlighting a crowded marketplace. Australian indie studios are turning to unconventional marketing, such as TV adaptations, niche creator collaborations, and physical card tie‑ins, to cut...
Dubai Films & Games Commission and Good Game Club Podcast Team up to Cast Games as a Force for Good
The Dubai Films & Games Commission announced a strategic partnership with the Good Game Club podcast, positioning Dubai at the forefront of a global movement that frames video games as a force for cultural, economic, and societal good. The collaboration,...
Xsolla Will Set up Regional Gaming Hub in Dubai in Strategic Agreement
Xsolla announced a multi‑year strategic agreement with the Dubai Film & Games Commission to establish a regional gaming hub in Dubai. The partnership will integrate Xsolla’s global commerce platform—supporting over 1,000 payment methods across 200 geographies—with the commission’s push to...
Forza Horizon 6 Is Now Available on Xbox Game Pass, Just as Fourteen Other Games Have Been Revealed for May...
Microsoft added Forza Horizon 6 to Xbox Game Pass on May 19, 2026, after a high‑profile early‑access run that attracted more than 270,000 Steam players. The second batch also brings 13 additional titles—including Dead Static Drive, Remnant II, and Echo Generation 2—across cloud, console...
More than 6% of Young Adults Suffer From Internet Gaming Disorder, Global Study Reveals
A new meta‑analysis published in *Addictive Behaviors* estimates that 6.1% of young adults worldwide meet criteria for Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD). The prevalence jumps to 8.1% in studies that sample only gamers, while mixed samples report about 5.5%. The authors...
The First Descendant Gets a Roadmap, and Officially Launches Onslaught Mode and a Progression Overhaul This Week
Nexon unveiled a detailed roadmap for its live‑service title The First Descendant, with the next update arriving on May 21. The patch overhauls the farming loop, introduces a new Ultimate Esiemo with upgraded gear and transcendent modules, and officially launches Onslaught...
Overwatch "Progress" Story Time Video
Blizzard Entertainment released the Overwatch "Progress" story‑time video, spotlighting Moira as she refines the Soldier Enhancement Serum after Talon’s Grand Mesa heist. The short film ties the serum’s origins to the powers of Soldier: 76 and Reaper, revealing Moira’s personal agenda...
Tactics JRPG "Diorama Break" Aiming to Release on Switch & Switch 2 via Kickstarter (UPDATE - Funded)
Indie studio Massimo Gauthier, led by the former ANTONBLAST lead programmer, is developing Diorama Break, a Japanese‑inspired tactical RPG that blends turn‑based combat with dialogue‑driven hero interaction. The game targets Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, seeking $70,000 via Kickstarter....
Farming Simulator 26 Drops on Mobile with New Machines and Maps
Farming Simulator 26 has launched on Android for $7.99, bringing a brand‑new challenge system, two distinct maps (European and North American), and an expanded roster of more than 120 GPS‑enabled tractors, harvesters and forestry machines. Players can now tackle seasonal...
God of War Faye Spinoff Could Answer a Major Mystery
Speculation is swirling around a potential God of War spinoff centered on Faye, Kratos’ late wife and mother of Atreus. Director Cory Barlog has expressed a desire to tell her story, noting her hidden giant heritage and immense power within...
Take a Nice Long Look at some Paralives Gameplay Ahead of Its Early Access Launch Next Week
Paralives, the indie life‑simulation game from Paralives Studio, is launching early access on May 25 via Steam, two years ahead of its original 2025 timeline. The preview showcases granular character creation, a storyteller difficulty system, and detailed building tools that let...
Fortnite Returns to the App Store Everywhere Except Australia
Epic Games announced that Fortnite is back on the Apple App Store worldwide, but remains unavailable in Australia. The move follows Epic’s claim that U.S. federal courts will soon force Apple to disclose its App Store fee structure, pressuring the...
PlayStation and Xbox Have Learned Painful Lessons About Exclusives
Sony has officially ended its experiment of releasing PlayStation‑first titles on PC, signaling a retreat to a console‑centric strategy. Microsoft’s new CEO Asha Sharma also hinted at a reassessment of exclusivity, after Forza Horizon 6 launched as a timed exclusive on...
Final Fantasy XI Celebrates 24th Anniversary With Bonuses, a New Animated Video, and More Improvements on the Way
Final Fantasy XI marked its 24th anniversary, dubbed the Vana’versary, with a series of in‑game bonuses that run through June 9 and a new animated video featuring an original song. Producer Yoji Fujito outlined ongoing foundation‑expansion work, including a streamlined progression system for...
How to Craft Improved Fins in Subnautica 2
Subnautica 2 adds improved fins that boost swim speed and stamina, a key early‑game upgrade. The guide pinpoints three fin locations near the Alien Ruins, a pioneer platform, and a deep chasm, and advises enabling all landmark signals for easier navigation....
World of Tanks: HEAT Is Launching On May 26th, Bringing A New Take On Its Iconic Tank Warfare
World of Tanks: HEAT, a hero‑shooter‑style tank game, launches free‑to‑play on May 26 across PC, Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, and Nvidia GeForce NOW. The title departs from Wargaming’s traditional realistic tank sims, offering eight distinct agents with unique roles and a two‑vehicle roster...
Bloons Blitz Turns the Beloved Universe Into a Bullet Heaven Survival Chaos, Early Access Now Live on Mobile in the...
Ninja Kiwi has opened early access for Bloons Blitz, a fast‑paced bullet‑heaven survival game set in the Bloons universe, on Android and iOS in the Philippines. The title lets players assemble iconic Monkey heroes, unlock upgrades, and battle endless waves...
K-ID Launches AI-Powered Compliance Tool Aimed at Speeding Global Game Launches | Exclusive
k-ID introduced Neimo MCP, an AI‑powered compliance intelligence platform that integrates directly into developer tools such as Claude, OpenAI’s Codex and Manus. The system draws on a database covering more than 200 jurisdictions and over 2,000 regulatory sources, delivering real‑time...
Arc Raiders Nomadic Envoys Stock - What Does the New Trader Have for Sale This Week?
Arc Raiders has introduced the Nomadic Envoys, a weekly rotating trader that sells a mix of legendary outfits, emotes, ship models, blueprints and consumables. Unlike the traditional coin shop, purchases are made by trading eligible in‑game items, with each listing...
The Nightsong Is Technically More than an Aasimar in Baldur's Gate 3
The Nightsong, or Dame Aylin, straddles the line between a classic D&D Aasimar and a demigod, as she is born from the moon goddess Selûne rather than being a mortal blessed by a celestial. This nuance reshapes player perception of...
ARC Raiders: Water Troubles Quest Guide
ARC Raiders’ "Water Troubles" quest tasks players with retrieving a hidden water sample from the expansive Dam Battlegrounds map. The guide pinpoints the Flood Access Tunnel east of the Control Tower and explains that the sample lies in a small...
Ingrid's Sun Octopus Technique Potentially Seen for the First Time Since the Concept Was Canceled over 20 Years Ago
Capcom announced that Ingrid will join Street Fighter 6 on May 28, 2026 as the final addition to the Season 3 roster. A new Avatar Arcade trailer revealed an EX‑Boss version of Ingrid executing a previously unseen finisher that mirrors the long‑shelved Sun Octopus...
Warren Spector's Thick As Thieves Encapsulates the Joys of the Heist, but I'm Not Convinced It'll Steal My Attention Long-Term
OtherSide Entertainment’s new stealth title Thick As Thieves arrives on PC for $5, offering a richly detailed early‑1900s Scottish setting where magic meets industrial tech. The game features two launch maps, a suite of gadgets—including the Vistara Diamond x‑ray gem—and...
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[Industry News] New Swedish Incubation Model Aims to Speed Up Indie Game Releases
Arctic Game has launched a six‑month incubation program that moves indie studios from prototype to release and investment readiness. The model targets the financing gap many developers face by emphasizing market validation, community feedback, and commercial viability. The first cohort...
Forza Horizon 6 Pulls in over 270,000 Steam Players at Launch, and the Number Is Still Climbing as Playground’s Racer...
Forza Horizon 6 launched on May 19 2026 after a five‑day early‑access window for Premium Edition owners, instantly attracting over 270,000 Steam players. The title marks the series’ first foray into a Japan‑based open world, expanding its geographic palette. Critics responded enthusiastically, awarding...