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F-22: Air Dominance Fighter Is Back on Steam

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The 90s Combat Flight Sim Classic Returns The late 90s flight sim scene just got a serious nostalgia hit. F-22: Air Dominance Fighter is now available on Steam, published by the revived MicroProse and originally developed by Digital Image Design. Originally released in 1997, F-22 was one of those PC sims that felt massive at … Read more

Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition Out Now

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Ubisoft just dropped Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC, and Ubisoft+. Physical copies land in select regions this June.. You’re getting five versions of the 1995 classic: Yes, Jaguar. That alone is cool. Even better, the package includes a never before playable SNES prototype, 120 bonus levels, a reworked soundtrack … Read more

Hideki Sato Passes Away at 77

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Hideki Sato, the engineer behind Sega’s most iconic consoles, passed away on February 13, 2026 at the age of 77. For many gamers, that’s a headline about hardware history. For me, it’s personal. Sato was instrumental in the creation of the SG 1000, Sega Master System, Mega Drive or Genesis, Saturn, and Dreamcast. That list … Read more

Arcade1Up Returns With Pac Man and Sonic for Fall 2026

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Arcade1Up is officially back under Basic Fun!, and the first Fall 2026 lineup is going straight for retro fans. Leading the charge are new Pac Man and Ms. Pac Man cabinets, along with the first ever dedicated Sonic the Hedgehog home arcade machine. The Sonic cabinet, shown off at Toy Fair in New York, features … Read more

Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 2 Officially Launching August 27, 2026

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MGS4 finally comes back… but some physical releases stink Konami just confirmed Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 2 will hit on August 27, 2026. The announcement dropped as part of PlayStation’s State of Play. Included in the collection: MGS4 finally escaping the PS3 is the big headline here, it’s basically the most requested re-release … Read more

Space Engineers 2 Launches Into Early Access This January!

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A group of space engineers equipped with jetpacks, working together near asteroids and a red battleship in Space Engineers 2.

The wait is nearly over for fans of sandbox construction and survival! Keen Software House has announced that Space Engineers 2, the highly anticipated sequel to their iconic space sandbox game, will debut in Early Access on January 27, 2025, exclusively on Steam. Building on the success of the original game, which sold over 5 million copies, Space Engineers 2 reimagines the … Read more

Bring Justice to Averno City: The Precinct Limited Editions Open for Pre-Order!

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Official artwork for The Precinct featuring Officer Nick Cordell Jr. with police cars and a helicopter against a backdrop of Averno City.

Calling all crime fighters! The gritty streets of 1983 Averno City are calling your name as pre-orders for the limited physical editions of The Precinct are officially open. This neo-noir police action sandbox is gearing up to launch in the first half of 2025 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, but fans can secure their spot now for an exclusive crime-fighting bundle. Set … Read more

Set Sail with Flint: Treasure of Oblivion – Now Available!

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A dramatic promotional image for Flint: Treasure of Oblivion featuring a pirate captain in a red coat surrounded by eerie characters, including a masked shaman, a ghostly figure, and two crewmates. Stormy seas and ships in battle are shown below against a dark, foreboding backdrop.

Ahoy, adventurers! The much-anticipated tactical RPG Flint: Treasure of Oblivion has officially launched on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and it’s bringing a treasure chest of exciting features to the table. Developed by Savage Level and published by Microids, this pirate-themed adventure combines exploration, strategic turn-based combat, and a stunning comic-book narrative to create an experience as rich as the treasure Captain Flint is after.

Set in a historically inspired piracy world, you’ll join Captain Flint and his crew as they navigate treacherous waters, uncover mysterious secrets, and battle for glory. From dice rolls to skill cards, the game refreshes the tactical RPG genre while taking you from the streets of Saint-Malo to the lush jungles of Central America.

Whether you’re in it for the strategic combat, the immersive pirate lore, or the gorgeous Unreal Engine 5-powered visuals, Flint: Treasure of Oblivion has something for everyone. Ready to hoist the mainsail? Check out the launch trailer and dive in today!

Explore Alien Worlds and Survive in Worlds Explorers – A New Indie Adventure

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The Worlds Explorers logo with three characters standing in front of a planet backdrop. One character is in an orange engineer jumpsuit and helmet, another in a white scientist lab coat with glasses, and the third in a bulky astronaut suit.

Hey explorers, get ready to touch down on some alien turf! Indie developer Rafal and Pioneers Games have unveiled their first game, Worlds Explorers, a survival adventure that’s equal parts beautiful and dangerous. You and your crew find yourselves stranded on an alien planet with a broken ship—classic “oops, we’re doomed” vibes. But fear not! To survive and … Read more

Grab a Friend—Hazelight’s Split Fiction Is Co-Op Magic with a Twist!

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Alright, co-op fans, here’s your next big adventure: Hazelight Studios—the creative geniuses behind It Takes Two—just announced their latest game, Split Fiction, and it’s shaping up to be a wild ride through sci-fi and fantasy worlds. So, what’s the story? You and a friend will step into the shoes of Mio and Zoe, two writers with very different styles. … Read more