IGN editor Michael Higham went hands-on with an early alpha build of State of Decay 3 at gamescom 2026 and found a survival experience that builds meaningfully on the series' fundamentals. The 30-minute demo showcases improved gunplay, deeper character systems, and expanded base management mechanics. A closed playtest is scheduled for late 2026 ahead of a 2027 release on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
IGN has unveiled 11 minutes of exclusive gameplay footage for Join Us, the upcoming open-world co-op cult simulator from Wolf Haus games. The reveal includes a live-action trailer featuring four real-life former cult members with over 50 years of combined experience. The game launches on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S in March 2027.
Grinding Gear Games has confirmed Path of Exile 2 will exit early access with its 1.0 launch on December 11, 2026, arriving on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The announcement debuted during gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 alongside a new trailer revealing the Duelist class.
Archetype Entertainment has locked in an April 7, 2027 launch for Exodus, its Mass Effect-inspired action RPG coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The gamescom Opening Night Live reveal introduced Salt, an Awakened octopus who pilots a mech suit and joins your crew as a long-range sniper with ink smokescreen abilities.
Chuhai Labs details how Wild Blue Skies captures the spirit of classic on-rails shooters with modern controls, a Studio Ghibli-inspired cel-shaded art style, and an all-star voice cast including Jonah Scott and Suzie Yeung. The game launches August 13 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC with Xbox Play Anywhere support.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi has acknowledged growing concerns about open world fatigue while confirming the trilogy's final chapter will feature a larger world than Rebirth. Square Enix plans to launch the action RPG on PC, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in spring 2027.
RibCage Games announced Alpha Nomos, a rhythm-action roguelite where live-recorded instruments serve as weapons and every strike lands on the beat. The game launches on Xbox Series X|S and marks the studio's first commercial release.
THQ Nordic has announced Wreckreation 2 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S just nine months after the original game launched to poor reviews. The sequel comes from a new studio formed by former Three Fields Entertainment staff following that team's redundancy notice.
Activision and Infinity Ward have confirmed the beta schedule for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with early access beginning August 21 for pre-order customers on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. The open beta follows on August 28 and adds Nintendo Switch 2 to the platform lineup, marking the franchise's return to Nintendo hardware after years away.
Adelaide-based developers Powerbomb Games and Tinker Town have confirmed Pro Jank Footy launches August 13, 2026 at 9am AEST on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. The arcade Australian Rules Football game draws inspiration from NBA Jam and NHL '94 while adding power-ups like brick walls, portals, and transforming players into footballs.
