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Extraction shooters are booming, and Marathon is going all in on PvP

20-Jan-2026, 12:17 pm AlexP Gaming News

Extraction shooters are rising, and Marathon leans hard into PvP with a March 5 release, a bold new trailer, and high-risk runs.

Extraction shooters are becoming more popular every year, and it’s easy to see why. This type of game mixes tense combat, smart choices, and real risk, making every match feel exciting. Games like ARC Raiders helped push the genre forward by blending exploration, PvE threats, and co-op survival. Players enjoy the feeling of entering a dangerous world, grabbing loot, and deciding when it’s time to escape before everything goes wrong. While ARC Raiders leans more toward PvE, with big machines...

Cheaters are hurting ARC Raiders, and even top streamers are fed up

20-Jan-2026, 9:59 am AlexP Gaming News

ARC Raiders faces a serious cheating problem as streamers threaten to quit and developers respond with major ban waves.

ARC Raiders has been gaining attention as a stylish and tense extraction shooter, but its growing cheating problem is starting to threaten that momentum. Like many PvPvE games, ARC Raiders relies heavily on fair fights, risk, and trust between players. When cheating enters the mix, the entire experience begins to break down, and many players feel that the game’s state is being overshadowed by frustration rather than excitement. Cheating is a serious issue for ARC Raiders because of how the game...

Two Years of Palworld: What the 2nd Anniversary Reveals

20-Jan-2026, 6:01 am Daniel-D Gaming News

Palworld marks its second anniversary with a teaser video, new Pal reveals, and hints at its biggest update yet in 2026.

Palworld has officially reached its second anniversary, marking two years since the game first entered Early Access in January 2024. To celebrate the milestone, developer Pocketpair released a short anniversary video thanking players for their support while offering a glimpse at what lies ahead. Rather than focusing on a limited-time in-game event, the anniversary serves as a reflection on Palworld’s rapid growth and a preview of its ambitious future. ...

The end of Humanity: Introducing Earth Must Die

19-Jan-2026, 6:18 pm I_hate_league_of_legends Gaming News

Conquer the galaxy as a lazy alien tyrant in this inventory-free comedy adventure. Earth must die, and it will be your doing!

Have you ever thought that one day, the life of our dear planet will come to an end, not by accident, but with a purpose? In Earth Must Die, we will find out the main reason why Earth is doomed. Why being the bad guy has never felt this good: A deep dive into Earth Must Die Scheduled to release on PC (via Steam) on the 27th of January, 2026, Earth Must Die is a comedic sci-fi adventure game developed by the BAFTA-winning studio Size...

CODE VEIN II: new video highlights exciting features

19-Jan-2026, 4:00 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News

The second installment in Bandai Namco's series will introduce gameplay enhancements and overhaul importan systems to deliver a superior experience.

Bandai Namco has released a new gameplay overview video for CODE VEIN II, offering an in-depth look at how the upcoming action RPG expands on the foundations of its predecessor. The footage highlights refinements to combat, deeper character customization, and a redesigned Partner System that plays a central role in both strategy and survivability. CODE VEIN II is currently scheduled to launch on January 30, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The reveal focuses on an evolved...

Hytale improves its world, crafting, and farming in first major update

19-Jan-2026, 11:29 am AlexP Gaming News

Hytale’s first major update improves exploration, crafting, and farming while making the world feel more alive and fun to play.

The first major update for Hytale marks an important step for the game as it continues to grow and improve. This update is not just a small patch, but a wide set of changes aimed at making the experience smoother, more fun, and easier to enjoy for both new and returning players. It focuses on polish, balance, and expanding systems that players use every day. For a game built around creativity and exploration, this update shows a clear effort to...

Looking for a fun party brawler? Elemental Brawl is worth a try

19-Jan-2026, 11:03 am AlexP Gaming News

Elemental Brawl is a fun party brawler where friends battle with elemental powers in fast, chaotic matches inspired by Smash-style action.

Brawler games have always been one of the most fun ways to play with friends. They are easy to understand, fast to start, and usually lead to a lot of laughs, shouting, and friendly trash talk. Whether you are sitting on the couch or playing online, these games shine when everyone is involved at the same time. You do not need long tutorials or deep knowledge to enjoy them. You just grab a controller, jump into a match, and let...

Valve reveals the full lineup of Steam events scheduled throughout 2026

18-Jan-2026, 5:30 am manhkbrady Gaming News

Valve has just officially unmasked the full schedule for 2026, so you can plan your wallet's survival well in advance.

Valve has unveiled the Steam sale schedule for the latter half of 2026, extending through December and into early January 2027. Given the lineup of major seasonal sales and various smaller themed festivals, it appears our finances will remain quite strained in the near future. These events are a great opportunity to discover new games and take advantage of various discounts. However, if you’re trying to be careful with your spending, it may be worth holding out...

Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot surpasses 10 million sales worldwide

17-Jan-2026, 10:42 pm Rine Ikarus Gaming News

One of the most exciting reveals tied to the 10 million sales celebration is a brief tease of Super Saiyan 4 Goku, shown at the end of the anniversary video.

Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot has officially crossed 10 million copies sold worldwide, marking a major milestone for Bandai Namco and reinforcing the game’s status as one of the most successful Dragon Ball releases of all time. First launched in 2020, the action RPG has enjoyed remarkable longevity thanks to consistent post-launch support, expansive DLC, and a faithful retelling of one of anime’s most beloved sagas. To celebrate the achievement, Bandai Namco shared a special commemorative video highlighting Goku’s journey throughout Dragon...

Getting "biopunky" with Deep Fringe

17-Jan-2026, 7:40 pm I_hate_league_of_legends Gaming News

Deep Fringe: a tactical RPG in a biopunk post-apocalyptic wasteland. Lead factions in brutal turn-based battles.

Imagine this: You live in a biopunk wasteland ravaged by an apocalypse, filled with toxic tumors, spore swarms, larva hordes, bio-modified enemies, and rival mercenaries. What will you do? Well, you will find the answer in a brand-new hardcore tactical RPG: Deep Fringe. Toxic Biopunk Wasteland: Mutated Ruins and Faction Warfare Developed by Bosoneon Studio and being published by Thousand Generation, Deep Fringe made it to Early Access on Steam on the 15th of January, 2026. The game is a blend of nostalgic pixel art aesthetics with deep turn-based strategy...

Pathologic 3 Divides and Fascinates the Gaming Community

17-Jan-2026, 5:15 pm Daniel-D Gaming News

Pathologic 3 earns praise for ambition and atmosphere, while polarizing players with its difficulty, systems, and unconventional design.

Pathologic 3 has quickly become one of the most discussed narrative-driven games among hardcore RPG and indie fans, with public perception shaped by both admiration and frustration. Critics and players largely agree that the game remains faithful to the series’ identity: dense storytelling, oppressive atmosphere, and a refusal to cater to mainstream expectations. For many, this uncompromising vision is exactly what makes Pathologic 3 stand out in a crowded gaming landscape. ...

Get ready for a brand new arcade style "shmup": Air Hares

16-Jan-2026, 7:57 pm I_hate_league_of_legends Gaming News

Farm, fly, and restore! Lead the Air Hares and regrow a wasteland in this peaceful, non-violent bullet-hell adventure.

Released on the 14th of January, 2026, Air Hares is a brand new indie arcade-style "shmup" (shoot 'em up) and farming hybrid game. Developed by Wondoro LLC and published by indie.io, after the release, the game is especially notable for its "non-violent" approach to the bullet-hell genre, focusing on restoration rather than destruction. From Dust to Carrots: How Air Hares Reimagines the Arcade Shooter ...