Bungie announced that their team-based extraction FPS game Marathon will launch in March 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC at $39.99, with plans for ongoing free updates including new maps, game modes, and customization options, along with a detailed 23-minute documentary highlighting new features and the game's dark sci-fi world.
Battlebit Remastered, a popular low-poly FPS game, recently held an overwhelmed playtest for its upcoming Operation Overhaul update, which promises significant gameplay and visual improvements. Despite technical issues and limited testing time, the update has generated excitement among players, highlighting its role as an accessible alternative to modern multiplayer shooters. Further playtests are planned to refine the game before its full release.
The article commemorates the 15th anniversary of Call of Duty: Black Ops, highlighting how Treyarch's bold departure from traditional WWII themes to a complex Cold War espionage narrative redefined the franchise, establishing Black Ops as a pivotal series with innovative storytelling, multiplayer modes, and Zombies mode, despite mixed critical reception and a shift in franchise dynamics.
Grey State Studio, a Tencent subsidiary, is developing a Lovecraftian extraction shooter called Rules of Engagement: The Grey State, blending elements of Tarkov, Hunt: Showdown, and Dead by Daylight with a horrorverse populated by monsters inspired by horror movies, creepypasta, and internet legends, set to release for free in 2026.
Dynasty Warriors Origins will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 at 30 FPS, as Koei Tecmo prioritizes stable gameplay over higher frame rates, despite the hardware's capability to run at 60 FPS with fewer soldiers.
Square Enix employees revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy VII Remake runs at 40fps, indicating a performance mode similar to the PS5 version, and the game is reported to run smoothly and feel great on the new console.
Battlefield 6 is on track to surpass one million pre-orders on Steam, with early indicators suggesting it could be the best launch in the franchise's history, driven by strong beta engagement and marketing momentum. Despite competition from titles like Call of Duty, analysts believe Battlefield 6 is winning over core FPS fans, though it may not reach the massive audience of games like Fortnite. The game's pricing at $70 is seen as a strategic move to maintain sales, with potential for further growth as launch approaches.
Battlefield 6's second open beta weekend runs from August 14-18 across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, featuring new maps, modes, and rewards, with the game launching on October 10, 2025. The beta has seen massive participation, surpassing Call of Duty in Steam players, and includes known bugs and system requirements to enhance gameplay experience.
Nightdive Studios has released a highly polished remaster of the '90s FPS classics Heretic and Hexen for Nintendo Switch, featuring modern gameplay enhancements, new content, improved visuals, and soundtrack options, making them more accessible and enjoyable for both new and returning players.
Heretic and Hexen, classic fantasy FPS games from the 1990s, have been remastered and re-released on multiple platforms including PC, consoles, and Switch, featuring new content, multiplayer options, and enhanced graphics, offering a nostalgic yet modern experience for fans and newcomers alike.
Battlefield 6 will feature performance and quality modes on Xbox Series X|S, with the fidelity mode targeting 60FPS and a performance mode aiming for higher frame rates, with the full high-performance mode expected at launch on Xbox Series S. The game releases on October 10th.
After playing over four hours of Battlefield 6, the reviewer is convinced it successfully returns to the style of Battlefield 4 with improved visuals, gunplay, and destructible environments, emphasizing gritty, smaller-scale battles set in 2027, though some concerns about weapon customization and map variety remain.
Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound will run at an average of 30fps on the original Switch at launch, but will benefit from the improved specs of Switch 2, with potential for better performance or stability in future updates.
Ready or Not, a tactical FPS game, has sold over 10 million units overall, with over 1 million copies sold on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S within just a few days of release, highlighting its popularity on consoles.
Romero Games has closed its studio and canceled its upcoming FPS project due to loss of funding amid Microsoft layoffs, but there is still interest in the game and hope for future development, with the CTO emphasizing support for former staff.