GM is testing a digital key feature for select Cadillac EV owners, allowing them to lock, unlock, and drive their vehicles via smartphone or smartwatch, with wider availability expected soon across GM's lineup.
Moon Studios will release the 'Together' cooperative multiplayer update for the early access version of 'No Rest for the Wicked' on January 22, 2026, with an open beta available now until December 22, featuring cooperative combat, shared resources, and more for up to four players.
Arc Raiders' technical director Virgil Watkins noted that the game's coincidental beta test alongside Marathon served as a valuable A/B test, highlighting differences in game design and player reception, with Arc Raiders gaining positive momentum while Marathon faces challenges after a shaky start and delays.
WWE 2K25 is launching on mobile via Netflix later in 2025, featuring a limited roster of WWE stars, a unique career mode, and currently undergoing beta testing in the Philippines and Singapore.
Microsoft is preparing to launch an ad-supported free version of Xbox Cloud Gaming, allowing users to stream select games for free with ads, including some owned titles and classics, initially tested internally and soon available in a public beta.
HoYoverse is launching a new gacha game called Honkai: Nexus Anima, featuring a unique combat system similar to auto battlers, with various mini-games and customization options. Interested players can sign up for the beta test on iOS and PC until September 12, with multiple language options available. The full release date has not yet been announced.
Valve is launching a major redesign of the Steam store, introducing a new top menu, improved search options, personalized categories, and a more streamlined browsing experience, currently available for beta testing.
A full development build of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has leaked online, with players already accessing and leveling up in the game. The leak, originating from a Russian site, comes after the cancellation of a planned beta test. While the leak may generate interest, it also poses challenges for the developers in terms of security and spoilers.
Infinity Nikki, the fifth installment in the Nikki series, will begin its PS5 beta test in Q3 2024. Developed by Papergames and published by Infold Games, this open-world dress-up adventure game utilizes Unreal Engine 5 and combines dress-up mechanics with exploration, platforming, and puzzle-solving. Players will explore the fantastical nations of Miraland, collecting magical outfits and encountering whimsical creatures. The game is set for release on PS5, PC, iOS, and Android, with no mention of the previously announced PS4 version. A new gameplay trailer has been released.
Sony's new sci-fi, team-based hero shooter "Concord" for PS5 and PC, reminiscent of Overwatch and Destiny, will launch on August 23, 2024, with an open beta test in July. The game features 16 characters called Freegunners, each with unique skills and weapons, and includes weekly cinematic vignettes to progress the story. Pre-orders start on June 6, offering early beta access.
The beta test for World of Warcraft's new expansion, The War Within, begins on June 5. Players who purchase or upgrade to the Epic Edition will gain immediate beta access and three days of early access to the expansion. The beta will feature new zones, dungeons, the new playable Earthen race, and various new game systems. Invitations will be sent via email, and players should be cautious of phishing attempts.
Genshin Impact studio's upcoming urban RPG Zenless Zone Zero is gearing up for another public beta test, with players over 16 able to apply and earn extra tickets by inviting friends and completing daily missions. The game features cute robo-bunny hordes called Bangboos and has faced some criticism from previous beta testers. Despite the controversy, the game is set for release later this year on mobile, PC, and PS5 as a free-to-play title.
miHoYo's upcoming game Zenless Zone Zero is set to hold another beta test, allowing players aged 16 and above to apply for a chance to participate. The beta will feature a new character, Zhu Yuan, and the New Eridu faction, with opportunities to win real-life and virtual prizes. Initially announced as an action RPG for PC and mobile, the game will also be released on PS5, as revealed during last month's PlayStation State of Play event.
Sign-ups are now open for the upcoming Zenless Zone Zero beta test, offering "significant changes" to combat and exploration systems compared to the previous test, along with the introduction of a new character and faction. The game is expected to release in late 2024 and features action-driven combat similar to Genshin Impact. Players can expect new characters, faction, and mechanics in the beta, and can pre-register on the HoYoverse website.
Ubisoft has announced that the next regional beta test for The Division: Resurgence, a team-based shooter for mobile devices, will begin on November 16 in Australia, the United States, and Brazil. The beta will include the main campaign's first eight missions, side missions, PvP mode called Conflict, and Resurgence's version of The Dark Zone. The game is scheduled to launch in 2024 and is free-to-play. Players in the US and Brazil can sign up for the beta on the game's official website.