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Windrose hits 2 million sales and becomes 2026's pirate hit
15-May-2026, 4:32 pm AlexP Gaming News
Windrose reaches 2 million sales, proving pirate games are back and with big updates still on the way.
Windrose just pulled off something very few people saw coming. The pirate survival game has now passed 2 million copies sold, and for a title that arrived without the hype train of a giant AAA release, that number is pretty wild. Back at the start of 2026, most players probably had their eyes locked on the usual heavy hitters. Instead, Windrose quietly sailed in, dropped anchor, and somehow became one of the biggest surprise hits of the year. What makes the...
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CarX Drift Racing Online 2 has big street racing energy
15-May-2026, 4:16 pm AlexP Gaming News Early access
CarX Drift Racing Online 2 brings street racing vibes, deep tuning, drifting action, and big early promise.
CarX Drift Racing Online 2 has that kind of energy that instantly pulls in anyone who grew up on late-night street racing games. The second you load in, the vibe feels heavily inspired by the golden era of car culture. There is a strong Need for Speed flavor here, mixed with underground drift scenes, tuned imports, loud engines, and that whole “meet at the parking lot and settle it on the track” mood. It is less about polished motorsport...
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Build your lineup with 20 diverse games in Fanatical’s BYO Zenith Bundle
15-May-2026, 2:30 pm manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended
Fanatical’s BYO Zenith Bundle has 20 different games to choose from, including several standout classics that are absolutely worth checking out.
Fanatical is continuing its BundleFest celebrations with another major game deal, this time introducing the new Build Your Own Zenith Bundle. The latest offer gives PC players the chance to create a personalized collection from a lineup of well-known titles spanning survival, strategy, action, and more. In total, the bundle includes 20 PC games, and notably, every title is either Steam Deck Verified or Playable, making this collection especially appealing for handheld gaming enthusiasts. Like Fanatical’s other build-your-own promotions, the pricing...
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Telltale’s Batman games and Sunderfolk are now free on Epic Games Store
15-May-2026, 2:00 pm manhkbrady Free Games Ended
Epic Games Store has unveiled its latest free offerings, featuring Telltale Batman Shadows Edition and Sunderfolk, available until May 21, 2026.
The Epic Games Store has officially brought back its popular mystery giveaways promotion as part of the 2026 Mega Sale, and this year’s event is starting strong with a pair of notable free games. Epic revealed that players can now claim both Telltale Batman Shadows Edition and Sunderfolk at no cost for a limited time. The larger of the two offerings is Telltale Batman Shadows Edition, which actually includes two complete episodic adventure games. Players receive Batman: The...
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Gears of War: E-Day and Xbox’s Chance to Return to Its Glory Days
15-May-2026, 11:48 am Cleonidas Gaming News Industry
Ahead of Xbox Showcase and Summer Game Fest 2026, Gears of War: E-Day is beginning to reveal its ambitious horror-driven UE5 revival.
It has been a long time since the Xbox community felt this level of anticipation for a game. This is not just the usual excitement surrounding a new AAA blockbuster, but the feeling that a legendary franchise may finally be on the verge of a true revival after years of struggling to rediscover its identity. Following its haunting reveal at Xbox Games Showcase 2024, Gears of War: E-Day virtually disappeared from the spotlight for nearly two years before Xbox confirmed...
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Subnautica 2 hits Early Access, fully compatible with Steam Deck
14-May-2026, 8:00 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News Early access
Subnautica 2 is available today on PC via Steam Early Access, with full release planned in the coming year.
In a long-awaited moment for fans of underwater exploration, Subnautica 2 officially launches in Early Access today, promising a deeper dive into the alien oceans that made the original game a cult classic. Developed by Unknown Worlds Entertainment, Subnautica 2 delivers the franchise's signature blend of survival, crafting, and breathtaking underwater exploration, but on an entirely new planet. Players can expect expanded biomes, more complex ecosystems, and a story that builds on the mysteries of Subnautica. Also...
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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle impresses on Nintendo Switch 2
14-May-2026, 7:30 pm Fyra Frost Gaming News Industry
Bethesda has managed to deliver an outstanding port with a solid performance on Nintendo's console.
Nintendo fans have a new reason to celebrate as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has finally made its way to the Nintendo Switch 2. The port, following the trend of high-profile releases coming to Nintendo's latest console, has impressed both critics and players with its technical performance, considering the ambitious nature of the game. Outstanding performance Originally launched on Xbox Series S/X and PlayStation 5 with great success, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a cinematic adventure blending exploration, puzzle-solving,...
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Directive 8020: does it live to the expectations?
14-May-2026, 6:42 pm OctaneE Gaming News
Directive 8020 receives mixed reviews on Steam. Is the transition to space survival horror a breakthrough or a loss of its unique identity?
As of now, Directive 8020 has been out for two days, and the reviews are beginning to stabilize. It can be said that this is one of the most polarizing entries in the series: those who like it are absolutely obsessed, while those who don't feel a sense of disappointment. An overview of the Steam community's evaluation of Directive 8020 Two days after its release, the game holds a "Mixed" rating due to the tug-of-war between the storyline and the new gameplay...
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ARC Raiders is ditching monthly updates for a risky new plan
14-May-2026, 6:33 pm AlexP Gaming News Updates & Patches
ARC Raiders drops monthly updates for a twice-a-year plan as Frozen Trail now carries huge expectations.
For a lot of live service games, the usual routine is easy to predict. A patch drops every few weeks, a few balance tweaks land, maybe a new item shows up, and players jump in for a couple of days before moving on again. Embark now wants to take ARC Raiders in a different direction. The studio has confirmed that the game is moving away from monthly major updates and switching to a new schedule: two big updates per year. According...
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Outbound might be the perfect survival game for chill players
14-May-2026, 6:07 pm AlexP Gaming News Gameplay
Outbound mixes cozy road trips, survival, and base building into a relaxing adventure solo or with friends.
There’s a certain type of player that sees the word “survival” and immediately thinks of hunger bars, nonstop pressure, and games demanding a second full-time job. Outbound goes in the complete opposite direction. This feels like the survival game for people who want to slow down, do things at their own pace, and enjoy the trip instead of racing toward an end goal. No stress, no constant panic, just you, your camper van, and an open road waiting to be...
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Vultures: Classic Tactical Survival Horror
14-May-2026, 5:54 pm OctaneE Gaming News
Vultures: A PS1-style turn-based survival horror game. Control agents infiltrating the wasteland, destroy mutants, and save the world.
Vultures - Scavengers of Death is a newly released title that launched on May 13, 2026, developed by Team Vultures. It is an exciting blend of 90s-style classic survival horror and modern turn-based tactical gameplay. Let’s join us as we explore the story and mechanics of this game! Save the world from a biological disaster through unique turn-based tactical gameplay The game transports players to Salento Valley, a once-bustling metropolis that has become a wasteland following a biological catastrophe. Players take on...
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Dark Dominion: Reclaiming Souls in the Realm of Death
14-May-2026, 4:30 pm OctaneE Gaming News
Immerse yourself in Dark Dominion, a dark Souls-like game where you fight amidst the realm of death to save your family's souls. Challenge or madness?
In the fragile boundary between life and death, Dark Dominion unfolds a haunting and tragic journey of a soldier emerging from the smoke and fire of World War I. More than just a challenging Souls-like action RPG, the game is a profound psychological experience where players must face twisted entities representing pain and loss. Awakening Hope Within the Shadows of a Gloomy Souls-like Masterpiece Developed and published by ZERO5GAMES, Dark Dominion was released on May 13, 2026, falling into the genres of...
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