All articles tagged with #first person
Silent Hill: Townfall is a first-person horror game set in a foggy 1996 Scottish town, where protagonist Simon Ordell hunts for clues armed with a pocket TV and a mysterious drip, confronting grotesque monsters through stealth, combat, and puzzles; developed by Screen Burn and unveiled during a PlayStation State of Play, with a 2026 release window and a Steam wishlist.
Blumhouse Games will publish Vermila Studios' first‑person horror adventure Crisol: Theatre of Idols on February 10, 2026 for PC via Steam and current-gen consoles; set on a cursed Hispania island, the player Gabriel wields blood as weapon, with a Steam demo available now that has a Mostly Positive rating.
THQ Nordic announced Fatekeeper, a first-person fantasy RPG set to enter Steam Early Access this winter, featuring exploration, combat, magic, and player choices, with a gameplay trailer showcasing its immersive world and dynamic battles.
Capcom's 'Resident Evil: Requiem' will feature both first-person and third-person perspectives, allowing players to switch between them, and is set to release on February 27, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The game follows FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft in a horror-themed, linear single-player experience, building on the series' shift to first-person gameplay.
Capcom revealed brief gameplay snippets of Resident Evil Requiem, showcasing both first- and third-person perspectives, emphasizing tense horror and action elements, with the game set to release on February 27, 2026, across multiple platforms.
Resident Evil Requiem (Resident Evil 9) will feature both first-person and third-person perspectives, allowing players to switch between them at will, a first for the series, and is set to release on February 27, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
The article discusses the reveal and hands-on experience of Resident Evil Requiem (RE9), highlighting its dual perspective gameplay, atmospheric design, and the mysterious new protagonist, Grace Ashcroft. While the game offers both first- and third-person views and maintains a horror atmosphere reminiscent of previous entries, the preview leaves many questions about its tone, story, and gameplay direction unanswered, with the release scheduled for early 2026.
Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth mainline game in the series, returns players to Raccoon City with a focus on survival horror, featuring a new protagonist, Grace Ashcroft, and offering both first-person and third-person perspectives. The demo showcases tense exploration, puzzles, and a new giant monster enemy, maintaining the franchise's signature atmosphere of dread. The game is set to release on February 27, 2023.
Obsidian's upcoming first-person RPG, Avowed, set in the same world as Pillars of Eternity, emphasizes player choice and features a more action-oriented combat system. The game showcases magic alongside traditional combat, with abilities based on an elemental system. Players will have companions, such as Kai and Giatta, who join in combat and conversations. The game's forgiving approach allows for easy respeccing and adaptability. The plot follows the character as the Envoy on a mission to investigate a spiritual plague called the Dreamscourge in the area of Shatterscarp, with tensions rising among local factions. The game's vibrant visuals stand out, but early footage suggests a need for improvement in combat impact.
The upcoming Indiana Jones game, "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," developed by MachineGames, has sparked a debate over its decision to be first person rather than third person. However, the choice makes sense given MachineGames' history with first-person games and the potential for unfavorable comparisons to other third-person adventure games. The game will feature both first-person gameplay and third-person cutscenes, similar to CD Projekt Red's approach with Cyberpunk 2077. Ultimately, the debate over the game's perspective is likely to be short-lived.
Developer MachineGames explains that the decision to predominantly use first-person perspective in Indiana Jones and The Great Circle was to create an immersive experience and differentiate the game from other action-adventure titles, while still showcasing the iconic character through seamless transitions to third-person for traversal and cutscenes. The game aims to put players in the shoes of Indiana Jones, allowing for a more intimate exploration of the world and a chance to truly become the iconic hero. Set to launch in 2024 on Xbox Series X and S and PC, the game will also be available on Game Pass.
Aurora Studios has announced HARM: Weather Warfare, a new first-person survival game where players must navigate through devastating weather anomalies and battle a deranged cult at an abandoned base to save their daughter. Set for release on Steam Early Access, the game features a story-driven experience with unpredictable forces of nature and unique gameplay mechanics, such as hunting and fishing, making it a standout in the survival game genre.
Assassin's Creed Nexus is a captivating first-person VR game that successfully incorporates stealth, combat, and parkour, capturing the essence of the Assassin's Creed franchise. The game features a lengthy story mode with three iconic protagonists from the series' history. Sneaking around and engaging in stealth mechanics in VR is thrilling and nerve-wracking, while parkour feels natural and immersive. Combat is the weakest aspect, but still offers danger and strategy. Assassin's Creed Nexus releases next month, providing a compelling reason to try out VR gaming.
Viewfinder, a first-person puzzle game developed by Sad Owl Studios, challenges players to place photographs over existing geography to modify the terrain and solve puzzles. The game's focus on observing and replicating objects in order to progress draws comparisons to Portal, while its narrative explores a future world affected by climate change. With increasingly complex puzzles and a clever approach to learning from mistakes, Viewfinder offers a satisfying gameplay experience. The game will be released on July 18 for PlayStation 5 and Windows PC.
A new update to the First Person Souls mod for Elden Ring adds a stronger kick move that can send smaller enemies flying, similar to Dark Messiah Of Might & Magic. The mod aims to add a playable first-person camera to Elden Ring, and is compatible with other mods like Seamless Co-op. The mod is available for free on Nexus and is led by "Dasaav", who also created a first-person mod for Dark Souls 3.