Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 has been announced, developed by King Art Games and published by Deep Silver, returning to the series' roots with new factions, campaigns, and gameplay features, set for release in 2026.
Xbox owners have a limited time to claim the critically acclaimed game Metro 2033 Redux for free, as the offer is only available for less than 24 hours following a previous issue that prevented redemption on Xbox platforms. The game is now accessible again thanks to Deep Silver's investigation, so players are encouraged to claim it quickly before the deal expires.
Vertigo Games and Deep Silver are bringing the post-apocalyptic world of Metro to major VR headsets with "Metro Awakening," a story-driven first person adventure set in the Moscow Metro. Players will take on the role of Serdar, a doctor searching for his wife and medication in a world haunted by ghosts and spirits. The game promises tense gameplay, hand-made weapons, and a chilling, supernatural origins story from Metro creator Dmitry Glukhovsky. "Metro Awakening" is set to release on all major VR headsets in 2024.
The failed reboot of the Saints Row franchise, which aimed to recapture the magic of earlier installments, suffered from gameplay and technical issues and alienated the core fanbase by introducing new characters and abandoning beloved icons. The decision to move away from established characters and focus on new protagonists, along with a lack of creativity and technical problems, led to the disappointment of the reboot. The misguided attempt to appeal to a wider audience ultimately resulted in the closure of Volition, the studio behind the game. With Saints Row officially dead, fans are now eagerly awaiting the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto VI.
PAYDAY 3, an always-online game developed by Deep Silver and Starbreeze, will be using the Denuvo anti-tamper tech, despite the game's requirement for an internet connection and lack of an offline mode. The game, set to release on September 21st, will initially use Unreal Engine 4 but plans to upgrade to Unreal Engine 5. The PC system requirements are relatively low, reflecting the game's graphics.
Dead Island 2 has sold over 1 million copies worldwide in just three days after its launch, surpassing the original game's sales figures. The game's development issues did not affect its popularity, with players spending over 11 million hours playing the game during its first weekend. The game is well-optimized across all platforms and offers good performance and great visuals. Despite its shallow combat and linear level design, the game has been well-received by players.