Path of Exile 2 Preview: Everything you could want from a sequel?

With a new control scheme, plenty of abilities and an intense opening, Path of Exile 2 looks set to carry on the legacy of its successful predecessor.

Beautiful and extremely deadly - Monster Hunter: Wilds impresses at Gamescom

Monster Hunter: Wilds lures new players in with an extremely inviting presentation, but fear not: The hunter will still become the hunted, if you haven't done your homework.

Two Point Museum Preview: Bringing the past to life

It's not quite Night at the Museum, but things are certainly eventful in Two Point Museum. We've tried the upcoming sim game at Gamescom.

All On Board! Hands-On Preview: A revolutionary platform that redefines board gaming

Discover the new way to enjoy your favourite board games through an immersive virtual reality experience.

Tormenture Hands-On Preview: Combining retro video game nostalgia with modern horror

In this Spanish game, nothing is as it seems. What initially appears to be a nostalgic and innocent experience quickly transforms into a horror-filled nightmare.

A closer look at three upcoming titles from Serenity Forge

Let's delve into three titles from Serenity Forge (the publisher behind Slay the Princess): Keylocker, Roman Sands, and Centum. We've also got some good news about Slay the Princess.

Squirrel Showdown at Gamescom 2024: Squirreled Away vs. Squirrel with a Gun

At Gamescom 2024, it's a battle of squirrels: one features a clever squirrel navigating a charming world, while the other showcases a heavily armed squirrel causing mayhem. In this clash of creativity and chaos, will the nimble intellect of one animal outshine the firepower of the other? Will the pen triumph over the gun?

Sonic X Shadow Generations Hands-on Preview: Out of the Shadows?

Even without firearms, Shadow the Hedgehog proves destructive in the upcoming Sonic X Shadow Generations. We tried the game at Gamescom and spoke to the production team.

Titan Quest II Preview: Ancient Greek Diablo?

Prepare for an adventure that redefines role-playing and action in Ancient Greece.

Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap Preview: A true evolution for the orc-slaying series

It's not quite as cinematic as the Battle for Helm's Deep, but Robot Entertainment's orc-slaughtering sequel is certainly a lot of fun.

Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate Hands-On Preview: You can play as a truck

Finally, my gaming dreams are complete!

Critter Café Hands-On Preview: Your pet can finally start helping with the rent

Sumo Digital's wholesome creature collector/café simulator holds a lot more than it seems on the surface.

Shadowveil: Legend of The Five Rings Hands-On Preview: A deckbuilder with a feudal Japanese flair

If you're into games like Teamfight Tactics or Slay the Spire, this title is right up your alley.

Exoborne Preview: Potentially one of next year's most significant games

Let's dive into this new tactical open world extraction shooter set in an apocalyptic U.S. (from the creators of The Division).

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven Preview: The remake you never knew you needed

The remake of the 1993 JRPG will be debuting in October and we've had the chance to play an hour of it during our time in Germany for Gamescom.

The Eternal Life of Goldman Hands-On Preview: This old man is gold, man

We have a jumping plumber. We have a blue hedgehog. We have a barrel-throwing monkey. And now, we have Goldman: the old man with a cane.

Gothic Remake: The return of an RPG that makes perfect sense

It's been over 20 years since the release of Gothic 1, a game that made waves in countries like Germany, Poland, and Russia. Now, its remake is here. Will it capture the magic of the original?

Fantasian Neo Dimension Preview: As if the original PlayStation had never gone away

The Apple Arcade hit from the original creator of Final Fantasy soon comes to consoles. We jumped in the time machine and tried the PS1-style JRPG.

Little Nightmares 3 Preview: Supermassive takes over from Tarsier in an authentic-feeling threequel

We've played two different demos in Supermassive's upcoming horror platformer, both of which have very different settings but offer an authentic Little Nightmares experience.

A closer look at two upcoming titles from Fulqrum Publishing

Let's delve into two titles from this Eastern European publisher: New Arc Line and Decadent.

Wild Indigo Ranch Hands-On Preview: From Colonia's biting cold to the West's warm embrace

During our visit to Gamescom 2024, we experienced the warm embrace of the West through Wild Indigo Ranch, a role-playing and life simulation game developed by Funday Games. A game that promises to transport players to a charming and whimsical version of the Wild West.

Henry Halfhead Hands-On Preview: A surprise where you least expect it

In the bustling environment of Gamescom 2024, amid action-packed titles and dazzling graphics, a smaller game can easily go unnoticed at first glance. Instinctively, your legs steer you toward the most crowded booths, and like a brainless zombie searching for meat, you're drawn to all that hustle and bustle. But...

The Stone of Madness Preview: The Game Kitchen's next work is more The Great Escape than Blasphemous

This upcoming tactical stealth strategy game is taking us into the heart of a twisted Spanish monastery.

Dune: Awakening Hands-on Preview: The ultimate Dune playground

The open-world survival experts over at Funcom have created their own version of Frank Herbert's desert world, and while buying into many familiar trends, it also feels frighteningly authentic.

Unknown 9: Awakening Hands-on Preview: An unconvincing demo leaves much to be desired

We've been hands-on with Reflector's upcoming action game and have varied opinions about it.

Ara: History Untold Hands-On Preview: An exciting addition to the 4X strategy genre

Since we only had an hour, we based our strategy on this reasoning: it's easier to destroy than to build. So, we armed ourselves to the teeth and marched into battle.

Tavern Keeper Hands-On Preview: The real medieval fantasy dream

Greenheart Games' simulation game is as refreshing as a mug of cold ale on a hot day.

We took Forza Horizon 5's new Hide & Seek mode for a test drive

Playground Games is pouring fresh petrol into Forza Horizon 5 in the form of a new multiplayer mode releasing this September.

Killing Floor 3 Hands-on Preview: Zombies cranked up to max

We had a chance to try Tripwire's upcoming action title to see how they are iterating on the timeless formula of gunning down hordes of monsters.

Rogue Waters Preview: A tactical-RPG with style

This roguelike strategy game is looking to provide a more fluid and creative take on the genre.

Deathsprint 66 Hands On: The wildest sports day we've ever seen

We've all heard of a three-legged race, but how about a one-legged race after your other limbs are cut off with a buzzsaw?

Life is Strange: Double Exposure Preview: Is Deck Nine playing it too safe?

During Gamescom 2024, we had the opportunity to play for an hour and complete the demo of Life is Strange: Double Exposure (and we came away with mixed feelings).

Reanimal Hands-On Preview: What some might label as 'differences' feel more like 'improvements' to me

During Gamescom 2024, we had the opportunity to talk with the developers and play this new title that takes what started with Little Nightmares to the next level, with subtle changes that some might label as 'differences', though to me, they feel more like 'improvements'.

Floatopia Hands-On Preview: Animal Crossing meets superpowers in the sky

At the end of Gamescom, I got to unwind with a cosy life sim from NetEase.

Winter Burrow Preview: A life-sim without the fuss

We went hands-on with Pine Creek Games' adorable title during our time at Gamescom.

The First Berserker: Khazan Preview: A slightly more forgiving Souls-like clone?

We've been hands-on with Neople's upcoming title to see where it slots into the wider ARPG space.

The Dark Pictures: Directive 8020 Preview: A different look for Supermassive

The second season of the horror anthology series will begin with an instalment that feels like an evolution for a couple of reasons.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Preview: God I feel old

We've checked out Sandfall Interactive's upcoming turn-based action-RPG and have been pretty impressed.

Delta Force: Hawk Ops Preview: New weapons for new wars

After years of disappointment with first-person shooters, Delta Force: Hawk Ops is a refreshing oasis in that vast desert of FPS games.

Avowed Hands-On Preview: Like Skyrim with Good Combat

At Gamescom we got to play an hour of Obsidian's fantasy RPG, and it's clearer than it ever was just how much focus has been placed on combat.

Towerborne Preview: The best Xbox Game Studios title of 2024?

Stoic's cooperative action game seems to have massive ambition but also brilliant and impressive design elements that back it up.

Koira Preview: An emotional and charming adventure

Studio Tolima is set to take us on a heart-wrenching journey when this indie gem arrives next year.

King of Meat Preview: Total Wipeout meets Little Big Planet

Glowmade is putting a fantasy spin on chaotic game show action in this effortlessly entertaining cooperative title.

Lost Records: Bloom and Rage Preview: Life is Strange reborn

Don't Nod once again proves their character-creating excellence in this narrative-heavy adventure.

We've seen Indiana Jones and the Great Circle beyond ONL and it looks like the blockbuster 2024 was calling for

MachineGames seems to have been digging in the right place as its upcoming adventure tries to cater to both fans of popcorn action and those looking for puzzles and discovery.