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Carmageddon: Rogue Shift launch patch notes are here, future content detailed | TheSixthAxis

34BigThings has now launched Carmageddon: Rogue Shift, a new take on the Carmageddon formula which sees the new entry become a roguelite racer. With the release of Carmageddon: Rogue Shift, 34BigThings has also detailed the day one patch 0 launch update, as well as provided some updates on what future updates will be contain.

Carmageddon: Rogue Shift Patch 0 update notes

Bug fixing and performance improvements to make sure everyone’s first experience is the best it can be

Lighting improvements and optimization
Collision passes

Blood effect and logics rework
Improved visuals and geometries of different vehicles

Boss vehicles’ trails
Final boss attack VFX polish

Revamped some tutorials
Polished End Run screen

Vehicle integrity audio system
Sidebash and boost SFX polish
Weapons’ SFX polish

Cinematic to gameplay transition polish

A couple of unfortunate last-minute regressions may cause:

”Cycle Camera” and “Horn” inputs are inverted in the Controls screen :s
Unexpected flickering of the central square of the weapon lock indicator when multiple targets are simultaneously locked
Occasional missing HP bar from Piccolo Enforcers and some Special Wasted
Occasional flickering shadows.
Incorrect proportions of opponent indicators on the minimap on some small screens, eg. the Steam Deck.

In terms of what to expect, 34BigThings has announced the main features that it expects to add in patches one and two. In patch one, the main addition will be a bonnet cam allowing players a more close up view of the action. In patch two, the aim is to add a Challenge mode which will add a variety of modifiers including harder opponents, resource scarcity, deadlier Wasted, and no retries. 34BigThings will also be looking at adding steering wheel support with the release of patch two.

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Here are the best commercials from Super Bowl 60

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Here are the best commercials from Super Bowl 60

With Super Bowl LX upon us, those who tune into the big game this weekend are going to see a long list of new and often star-studded commercials from the world’s biggest brands. After all, there’s a large audience of people who tune in primarily for the commercials, rather than the game.

Whether it’s trailers for upcoming blockbuster movies, massively budgeted commercials that bring together the world’s biggest celebrities, or even something as simple as a bunch of frogs croaking at each other about beer, Super Bowl commercials are always entertaining.

Super Bowl LX is no different, with some heavy hitters making their normal appearances — Pepsi is back with a clever takedown of Coke Zero, because the cola wars never die. More importantly, this year sees commercials for both Pokémon’s 30th anniversary and Universal Studios’ new Fast & Furious roller coaster, along with trailers for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Scream 7.

That’s a solid programming lineup, and we aren’t even taking the Bad Bunny halftime show into account, though that is technically an advertisement for Apple Music. Take a look at the best commercials and trailers we have so far below. More will be added as they are released, so don’t forget to refresh.

Super Bowl LX commercials

Budweiser’s annual horse ad is incredibly American, with a bald eagle and Skynyrd

A Super Bowl without a commercial featuring the Budweiser Clydesdale horses simply wouldn’t be right. This year, somehow, one of the horses befriends a bald eagle while “Freebird” plays.

We didn’t have a Fast & Furious roller coaster commercial on the bingo card

A Super Bowl commercial for a Universal Studios Hollywood roller coaster that’s inspired by the Fast & Furious franchise might be the coolest collection of words ever strung together. This coaster looks incredible, and while it’s coming soon to Universal Studios Hollywood, it’s also making its way to Universal Orlando Resort in 2027.

Kellogg’s Raisin Bran with Star Trek’s “Will Shat” is a great reminder to eat your fiber

We’re not sure how to feel about “Will Shat,” but this is a pretty clever ad. That said, I’m now a bit afraid that Star Trek’s William Shatner is going to materialize in my living room if I don’t eat enough fiber.

Sabrina Carpenter building a man out of Pringles is riveting

Pringles makes excellent use of “Manchild” singer Sabrina Carpenter (also of Fortnite and The Muppet Show fame) in this commercial, with her building the man of her dreams… out of potato chips.

Squarespace is here to remind you how awesome an actor Emma Stone is

In what is somehow one of her most entertaining roles yet, this commercial — directed by Yorgos Lanthimos (Bugonia) — sees Emma Stone breaking tablets and laptops in a rage when she finds out someone else has registered EmmaStone.com — which, of course, now exists. The message she’s getting across here is to register your own name as a domain now, before someone else does. Truly relatable. Now if only someone would teach her about the refresh button.

Xfinity’s Jurassic Park ad makes for a very different movie

We’ve already had plenty to say about the digital de-aging of the Jurassic Park cast. That said, this commercial is pretty funny in how it changes the movie. The image of Dr. Grant taking a selfie with a T. rex can now live gleefully rent-free in all of our heads.

Instacart’s ad doesn’t really sell Instacart

This one deserves to be highlighted for the fact that Ben Stiller looks a lot like his character in Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story alone. Add in the addition of Benson Boone, disco music, and a flipping competition, and you’ve got pure art. It doesn’t, however, make me want to use Instacart.

Manscaped’s singing pubic hair choir is a choice

What is there to say about this commercial other than it features sentient pubic hair that sings about being shaved off? It’s weird.

Pepsi fires a devastating shot in the cola wars

Pepsi has taken a direct shot at Coca-Cola’s unofficial mascot. In the ad, a polar bear does a blind taste test of Pepsi Zero Sugar and Coke Zero before signaling it prefers the Pepsi. If Coke hears about this, Christmas will be canceled.

Nobody really cares about TurboTax, but Adrien Brody rules

While there’s probably nobody champing at the bit to throw more money at TurboTax, they continue doing commercials. This one’s a blast, though, and shows how funny the normally ultra-serious Adrien Brody can be, especially when mocking himself.

Super Bowl LX movie trailers

Scream 7 sounds a lot like the original Scream 3

The new Scream 7 trailer reveals that whoever is behind the mask this time has been planning their rampage for years. Given that Matthew Lillard is returning to the franchise, this sounds an awful lot like the original Scream 3 plan, with Stu surviving the first film and plotting out the return of Ghostface in an asylum.

Supergirl is going to be so good

While this is only a quick look at the film with no new footage to speak of, it’s a reminder of how much fun Supergirl looks like it’ll be.

Yoshi is going to eat everyone in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

The latest look at the upcoming Mario movie is big on action and includes a particularly disturbing moment where it looks like Yoshi is about to eat a living Magikoopa. While we assume the little wizard will survive the encounter — this is a kids movie — it’s a harrowing image.

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Nioh 3: Weapon Scaling Explained

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Just like any Soulslike, creating a strong build is important in Nioh 3. You can do this through a variety of ways, such as equipping powerful Soul Cores, upgrading your Guardian, and farming for the strongest armor.

However, one of the most important aspects of a strong build is focusing on leveling up stats that scale with your weapons. Unlike other games in the genre, Nioh 3 doesn’t use a letter system for its weapon scaling, and instead, it does something completely unique.

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Weapon scaling can be a bit confusing in Nioh 3, so this guide has you covered with everything you need to know. Read further to learn about weapon scaling in Nioh 3.

Nioh 3 Weapon Scaling Explained

Reference Stats Nioh 3

Weapon scaling in Nioh 3 is completely different than what you would see in other Soulslike games. Instead of having a letter, ranking from E to S, all of Nioh 3’s weapons scale with three stats. These stats are known as “Reference Stats.”

The three stats the weapon scales with can be found on the equipment screen when hovering over the weapon. It’s located at the bottom of the weapon’s description card, below special effects. The image attached above shows you where to find the three stats a weapon scales with.

While the weapon scales with the three Reference Stats shown on its description card, it’s not entirely even. Whichever Reference Stat is highest will be the main influence on damage output. For example, if a weapon has Constitution as a Reference Stat, and that is your highest stat out of the three, then the weapon will mainly scale with that.

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The weapon will also scale with the other two stats shown, just not as much. Your second-highest stat has higher scaling than your lowest stat. In other words, the game adjusts the scaling of each weapon depending on your character’s stats at any given time.

However, this doesn’t mean that you should just focus on leveling one Reference Stat for the whole game. Once you hit a certain number on a stat, your weapon (and character) begins to see diminishing returns.

To maximize the amount of damage a weapon can do, you should level one Reference Stat to about 35 and then move onto the next Reference Stat. Once you’re done leveling that stat to 35, move onto the last Reference Stat.

Keep in mind that “level 35” is just an example and not all weapons necessarily begin to see diminishing returns at that level. If you want to see when a weapon stops gaining a ton of benefit from a stat, you can go to the training ground to test the numbers.

How to Respec in Nioh 3

Respec in Nioh 3

Since weapon scaling is so important to any build in Nioh 3, it’s important to know how to respec. Respec will allow you to reset your character’s stats, in case you make a mistake when leveling up or decide to change to a new weapon with different Reference Stats.

The best feature of Nioh 3 is that players can respec whenever they like by the press of a button. All you have to do is go to any Shrine and select the “Level Up” option to be brought to the leveling screen. Next, press down on the left analog stick to respec, allowing you to adjust your stats. It’s really that simple.

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MindsEye Developer Says They Have Evidence Of €1-Million Campaign To Sabotage The Game

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MindsEye Developer Says They Have Evidence Of €1-Million Campaign To Sabotage The Game

According to Tom Henderson of Insider Gaming, Build A Rocket Boy actually has proof of a sabotage campaign against the company and their game, and intends on pursuing legal action.

First, let’s get context. If you’re already up-to-date with what happened last year, skip the below the video.

A few weeks before MindsEye launched last year, Mark Gerhard, co-CEO of Build A Rocket Boy, alleged that the game was the victim of a targeted campaign to trash the game and studio. The company doubled-down after launch, blaming “saboteurs” for the game’s poor reception. They alleged that somebody was unhappy with the success of Leslie Benzies, founder of the studio and former producer for Grand Theft Auto at Rockstar, as well as being president of Rockstar North. He sued Take-Two and Rockstar executives Sam and Dan Houser in April 2016 for $150 million in unpaid bonuses and royalties, alleging sabotage of his sabbatical and contract breaches. Rockstar countersued, claiming he failed to perform duties and violated non-compete rules by hiring staff. The case settled confidentially in 2019 after years of litigation.

Insider Gaming was provided a video of an internal company meeting on the condition that the video not be made public, for very obvious reasons. In the meeting, MindsEye co-CEO Mark Gerhard straight-up tells employees “we caught the guys” sabotaging the game.

Gerhard claims that his company was the victim of a smear campaign run by a “very big American company,” but that “it’s probably not the company you’re thinking of.” Said campaign apparently totalled over a million Euros.

Gerhard goes into more details, claiming that a UK company called Ritual Network was paying some Build A Rock Boy employees, three journalists and several influencers.

Apparently, these people will be getting served shortly, with the charges being “espionage, sabotage, and criminal interference.”

Ritual Network is based here in the UK, and is a multi-channel network and influencer management agency focused mainly on YouTube creators and brands. It would certainly have the connections to conduct a smear campaign if it wished, but Gerhard’s accusation that it paid off Build A Rocket Boy employees and including journalists would put the company in hot water, if there’s any proof.

Tom Hender of Insider Gaming reached out to Ritual Network and received a fairly generic reply denying everything and stating that, “We are not aware of any legitimate legal action involving Ritual Network and have not been provided with any evidence supporting these claims. Any suggestion that Ritual Network is connected to these allegations is incorrect.”

Henderson also reached out to Build A Rocket Boy who told him that they cannot comment on internal communications, but outright state that they do have evidence of wrongdoing. “Sadly, we do have evidence that there has been a coordinated campaign to purposefully and maliciously damage Build A Rocket Boy’s reputation and undermine confidence in MindsEye,” they told Henderson. “We are working with our legal team and taking steps to address this.”

Now comes the potential bit of legal trouble for Build A Rocket Boy, although I’m not a lawyer, so I’m unsure if of the legality of its action. You see, in the meeting, Gerhard admitted they had installed “enhanced cybersecurity software”. Insider Gaming says they learned the software was Teramind, which employs various methods, including tracking keystrokes and screen activity. Most importantly, the source claims this was added without employees knowledge, causing some upset in the company.

This is shaping up to be a very interesting story. The claims of Build A Rocket Boy last year were brushed aside, with most people viewing it as someone ranting rather than accepting that their game just wasn’t very good. That notion was reinforced by MindEye launched and recieved poor reviews from critics and players alike.

However, Gerhard and his company have not backed down and now claim to have genuine evidence. Of course, we don’t know how compelling that evidence is yet, as they are smart to keep it under wraps until it reaches court, should it come to that.

But none of this answers the very obvious question: who would want to run a campaign against MindsEye and why? Previous comments made by the company seemed to hint toward Rockstar, but it’s highly doubtful they would care enough to do this. Would they be threatened by MindsEye? Unlikely. So is it a more personal vendetta?

In other Build A Rocket Boy news, the company is rumoured to be planning to split from IO Partners, the publishing arm of IO Interactive.

So, what do you guys think? Do they have genuine proof? Has there been a conspiracy against Build A Rocket Boy, and if so, which company are they alleging was behind it all?

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17 Best Free VR Games To Play In 2025

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2026 is one of the best times to be a VR enthusiast, and thanks to the power of new devices and the hard work of developers, you can access an array of high-quality titles at absolutely zero cost. When it comes to free VR games, while it still feels like we’re only in the infancy stage of virtual reality, there’s no shortage of options to choose from. As you might expect with VR, these titles offer realistic experiences across a large range of genres, as well as fantasies that can only be fully experienced through a headset.

From racing games that make you feel like you’re hurtling at 100 miles per hour to interactive hubs where you can connect with others in real-time, the free VR game market is chock-full of incredible titles with hours of content to offer. Of course, trying to sift through that market can be a bit of a slog. For this, we’ve come up with the 17 best free VR games you can play right now.

The games in our selection are supported by several different headsets across various generations, from the Meta Quest 3 to the older HTC Vive and Vive Pros. So regardless of your situation, you should be able to hop right in and experience everything these games have in store. This list is in no particular order. If you’re willing to spend some money, we’ve also got a list of the best VR games overall to play in 2026, as well as the best free games across all platforms.

Rec Room

Developer: Rec RoomRelease Date: June 1, 2016Genre: MMOCompatibility: Oculus Rift, Meta Quest, Pico 4, PSVR

Another popular VR MMO game is Rec Room. While not as storied as VRChat, Rec Room offers the same freedom and social interaction, primarily meant for kids. However, instead of exploring player-created worlds or full-blown levels, you’re going into different “rooms.” Rec Room allows any player to create their own room, which can consist of social hubs, neat environments to explore, or a variety of both new and existing game types.

For example, one Rec Room level can have a large-scale chess game while another will be a tropical paradise where you can float around a pool with your friends. The only limit in Rec Room is a player’s imagination. When you’re not exploring different rooms, you can hang out in social hubs with friends and other players from across the world as well as fully customize your avatar.

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VRChat

Developer: VRChat, Inc.Release Date: January 16, 2014Genre: MMOCompatibility: Oculus Rift, Oculus Quest, HTC Vive, Valve Index

In terms of free VR games, there is perhaps not a more recognizable title than VRChat. This is one of the games that helped sell the industry on the functionality and potential of a VR headset, and it’s still going strong in 2025. VRChat is a massively multiplayer online game that can be thought of as similar to Roblox, which is another free PC game you should check out.

In VRChat, you’re able to do just about anything your heart desires. It’s a virtual world that allows you to experience what others have created, create worlds from your imagination, and interact with thousands of other players in social hubs with voice chat. You can explore a distant planet, hike through a dense jungle, go to live concerts, and play games from all sorts of genres, including first-person shooters, racing games, and horror. It’s all at your fingertips in VRChat. However, with so many diverse individuals meeting “face-to-face,” there’s always the threat of toxicity or mature content, so be warned before hopping in.

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Gorilla Tag

Developer: Another Axiom Inc.Release Date: January 1, 2023Genre: PartyCompatibility: Meta Quest

Gorilla Tag is a quirky and fun social party game that puts you in the body of a gorilla. As a gorilla, you can only run, jump, and climb using your hands, which does require a bit of practice to get the hang of in VR. With your newfound abilities, you can play a few different game modes, with the main one being Infection. Gorilla Tag also features a more simplistic Tag mode, along with Hunt and Paintbrawl modes. All modes can be played across six different levels. During your downtime between modes, you can enter a social hub called The City, where you’re able to interact with other players and customize your gorilla’s look.

It should be noted that Gorilla Tag is only a free game on Meta. If you want the Steam version on PC, it costs $20.

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Big Ballers

Developer: Doge LabsRelease Date: November 21, 2023Genre: SportsCompatibility: Meta Quest

There are plenty of VR games that put you in the shoes of an athlete in one specific sport. Big Ballers gives you the chance to play several different sports and use next-generation physics to really feel like you’re pulling off the moves in-game. You can throw or catch long touchdowns in football, smack home runs or strike players out in baseball, soar over defenders’ heads for a dunk in basketball, and play various other sports. Big Ballers emphasizes its “easy to learn, hard to master” physics that provide an extra layer of depth to your sports VR experience.

The game allows for 10 players per game and features a plethora of updated customization options.

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Orion Drift

Developer: Another Axiom Inc.Release Date: February 25, 2025Genre: SportsCompatibility: Meta Quest

Orion Drift is another game developed by Another Axiom Inc., the same team behind Gorilla Tag. Orion Drift takes the social elements from Gorilla Tag and applies them to an entirely new genre: You’re a robotic athlete who can explore a variety of space stations with up to 75 other players. The space stations feature a variety of activities, including sports games.

One of the more popular games is played with a ball and net across a massive map. Your goal is to get the ball into the net using your robot’s movement mechanics. Think Rocket League in VR, but with a robot instead of a car.

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Propagation VR

Developer: WanadevStudioRelease Date: September 25, 2020Genre: HorrorCompatibility: Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Valve Index, Windows Mixed Reality

If you’re not someone who shies away from horror and you have decent aim, then Propagation VR is a match made in heaven for you. This first-person shooter places you in the shoes of a soldier who is fending off a zombie apocalypse. You’re armed with the weapons you start the game with, but you can find additional weapons throughout the map. Naturally, the map is full of terrifying zombies that can tear you limb from limb if you let them get too close. You’ll also find other types of mutants that can be harder to kill than the run-of-the-mill zombie.

Propagation VR is split up into sessions, which are roughly 30 minutes long. You can play on four difficulties, and your personal high scores are recorded for every session. If you’re looking to get your heart rate up, few games will do it better than Propagation VR.

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Moon Rider

Developer: SupermediumRelease Date: May 6, 2020Genre: RhythmCompatibility: WebVR-compatible headsets

Trying to find a free alternative to the ever-popular Beat Saber can be difficult, but Moon Rider is arguably the best option. Just like Beat Saber, Moon Rider, an open-source project, is a rhythm-based music game where you have to punch your way through thousands of different songs as you accelerate down a track. The songs are split up into notes that are represented by shapes on the track, which you need to punch to earn points and rack up a higher score. Moon Rider can be a great way to get some stress out or even get a workout in, as it can get exhausting trying to hit all the notes of a song as they come at you from different directions on the track.

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RaceRoom Racing Experience

Developer: KW StudiosRelease Date: February 12, 2013Genre: RacingCompatibility: Meta Quest, Oculus Rift, HTC Vive

RaceRoom Racing Experience is one of the best free VR racing simulators you can play. You can drive a selection of free vehicles, which range from traditional cars to F1 vehicles, and play on a variety of tracks that are suited for both single-player and multiplayer racing. RaceRoom features fully licensed vehicles, so you’ll certainly see some famous car manufacturers. As the driver of these cars, you’ll experience a full racing simulation that feels extremely realistic. The feeling, sounds, and visuals of driving a racecar are all exquisitely done and your VR experience in RaceRoom will have you reaching for a seatbelt.

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FPS Infinite

Developer: Phr00t’s SoftwareRelease Date: March 16, 2020Genre: First-Person ShooterCompatibility: Valve Index, Meta Quest, HTC Vive

As its name indicates, FPS Infinite is a first-person shooter, but with the added twist that it combines different elements of rogue-likes and platformers. The entire game and all of its levels are procedurally generated, so the enemy placements, weapons you encounter, and other items are all in random locations as you progress. In these levels, your main task is to locate a “Forbidden Phr00t,” which detonates the current level and allows you to move on to the next one. FPS Infinite features responsive FPS gameplay, graphics that look like Halo and Borderlands mashed together, and hours of content.

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Republique VR

Developer: Camouflaj/Darkwind MediaRelease Date: June 16, 2020Genre: Stealth-ActionCompatibility: Meta Quest, Oculus Rift, SteamVR, Windows Mixed Reality

Republique VR is unlike any other game on this list. It’s a stealth-action game with an emphasis on a dystopian story that focuses on government interference in the age of the internet. There are five episodes in the story that take place as you try to guide a woman named Hope through top-secret government facilities. The game features similar gameplay to something like Metal Gear Solid, where you’re constantly moving around and behind cover to avoid enemy detection. You can engage in some combat, but you generally want to stay hidden from enemies.

The graphics are extremely well done for a VR game and there’s impressive voice acting from recognizable voice actors, some of whom had parts in Metal Gear Solid games.

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The Lab

Developer: Valve CorporationRelease Date: April 5, 2016Genre: SimulationCompatibility: HTC Vive, Meta Quest, SteamVR

The Lab, developed by Valve and released all the way back in 2016, acts as a sort of introduction to VR gaming. The game is made up of several different minigames you can engage with that range across a variety of genres. There are games focused on combat, such as Longbow, where you take on the role of an archer to defend a castle from enemies, and other games that allow for simple exploration. You can also take ownership of a small convenience store, repair a robot, and get up-close-and-personal looks at CT scans. While The Lab might be catered towards newer VR players, it’s a terrific experience that offers plenty of content.

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The Blu

Developer: Wevr, IncRelease Date: December 28, 2022Genre: SimulationCompatibility: SteamVR, Meta Quest

One of the core reasons why so many people pick up a VR headset in the first place is to experience what they might have never seen–or even could see–in real life. The Blu offers an immersive and incredible experience that takes you right up to some of nature’s most beautiful creatures. You get to swim through a vast ocean and come face-to-face with some aquatic marvels. Towards the surface, you’ll see whales, fish, and turtles, but as you explore habitats deeper down, you’ll start seeing some creatures that the human eye rarely witnesses in-person.

The graphics in The Blu are extremely lifelike. As long as you don’t have thalassophobia, you’ll be blown away by what you’re seeing.

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Shattered Lights

Developer: Team MorbidRelease Date: June 11, 2019Genre: HorrorCompatibility: SteamVR, Oculus Rift

We have another horror VR game, and this time it’s Shattered Lights. This is a true test of wits, as Shattered Lights looks to draw you in with unparalleled immersion. In Shattered Lights, you start out going down a long and dark hallway with nothing but a flashlight. The hallway features some rooms you can explore along the way, but who knows what’s around the corner or waiting in the darkness? Every step you take down this hallway requires you to take a step in the real world, so there’s no faking your way through this journey. This, paired with the ultra-realistic sounds and graphics, makes Shattered Lights an unforgettable and immersive experience.

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Aircar

Developer: Giant Form Entertainment, LLCRelease Date: August 17, 2017Genre: Flight SimulatorCompatibility: SteamVR, Meta Quest, Oculus Rift

Aircar is a flight simulator that places you in the cockpit of a futuristic plane. The game doesn’t offer any sort of combat, but you get to pilot the plane and fly it throughout a cyberpunk-inspired city, complete with neon lights, tall buildings, and rainy environments. The graphics are especially impressive, but the controls are also fluid and easy to understand. You have full control over the plane, so you’re in charge of taking off, changing course, and landing. Aside from simply flying around the city, you have to pick up some items along the way, but that objective plays second fiddle to the overall experience of flying a plane through a futuristic landscape.

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Cards & Tankards

Developer: Divergent Realities, LLCRelease Date: May 25, 2023Genre: Multiplayer CardsCompatibility: PC VR, Meta Quest headsets

What better way to wind down after a long week than at a tavern playing cards with friends? Cards & Tankards revolves around this premise, introducing itself as a collectible card game featuring over 280 cards. You get to sit inside a virtual tavern and battle against others as the creatures and spells you place on the table come to life. There are four factions to pick from, each with unique combat mechanics and completely customizable decks. At its heart, however, Cards & Tankards is a social game to chill and have fun with others, which it excels at.

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Exer Gale

Developer: CharkRelease Date: June 9, 2025Genre: Flight RacesCompatibility: Meta Quest headsets

Racing games are a fairly common occurrence in the VR space, but not many of them have you turn into the vehicle as you fly in mid-air. Exer Gale invites you to use your hands as wings, imitating actions like flapping and gliding, as you traverse through obstacle courses with the company of friends online. It can be as frenetic as it can be soothing, with lush environments guiding your path toward nooks and crannies to discover. Aside from multiplayer sessions, you can also race against time in singleplayer, or just glide around levels at your own rhythm.

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Cactus Cowboy – Plants At War

Developer: Virtual DawnRelease Date: September 26, 2025Genre: Multiplayer PuzzlesCompatibility: PC VR, Meta Quest headsets, PlayStation VR 2

Who says cacti can’t use fireweapons? Cactus Cowboy – Plants At War is a WW2 themed VR story shooter featuring, well, cacti. It is as peculiar as it sounds, but even amidst the singular premise, Cactus Cowboy takes itself seriously enough to present a robust experience with plenty of shootouts, an array of weapons to use, and bombastic encounters. If you’re looking for a different take on shooters that you don’t see every day, you can’t go wrong with this one.

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Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.0 brings a new world, and a Fortnite collaboration

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Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.0 brings a new world, and a Fortnite collaboration

HoYoverse just wrapped up a big Honkai: Star Rail Special Program. We’ve been waiting for this one for a couple of weeks now thanks to a delay, but the developer has finally delivered all the news on Version 4.0, which will arrive February 13.

The upcoming major release is dubbed No Aha at Full Moon for a very good reason. Aha’s Planarcadia is the big new world headlining Version 4.0.

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Planarcadia is a place whose description sounds a bit like a Warhammer 40,000 Eldar homeworld, and is quite open about its cyberpunk inspirations. In-universe, however, it was born out of the pages of an art canvas, and it’s a world where pleasure is king.

The squad’s host in this chapter is Madam Pearl, who will oversee the the Astral Express’ return to the place where they first began their journey. Duomension City is where you’re going to land, and meet the creatures that dwell in this world.

The imagenae of Planarcadia require attention to survive, and they feed off people’s Wishpower. If they don’t get any attention, they perish, which does tie into the general themes of the place. Duomension City has other interesting locations that you’re going to visit, such as the Graphia Academy art school, the commercial district of Dovebrook, and a few other places hidden behind mysterious entrances.

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The Phantasmoon Games is another highlight of Planarcadia, a competitive spectacle where you’ll have a chance to compete to become Aeon for a Minute. If you make it to the final stages, you may earn an audience with The Laughter.

Much like the world where the games take place, the whole point of the competition is to attract the most attention, so rules are a bit loose as to how you manage to do that. The event will bring together several of the game’s factions, though not everyone is there for the competition.

As you explore Planarcadia, if you have characters on your team who are on the newly-playable Path of Elation, you’ll earn Punchlines. The more you accumulate, the closer you get to catching Aha’s attention, which triggers Aha Instant.

Version 4.0 introduces two new 5-Star characters to Honkai: Star Rail. General Yao Guang (Madam Yao) is one, a Seer Strategist from the Xianzhou Alliance’s Yuque. If you’ve been playing the game, you may already be familiar with her voice, as she’s previously been in touch with our heroes via radio link. But V4.0 marks her first on-screen appearance, as well as her playable debut.

General Yao Guang is a Physical character on the Path of Elation whose specialty is using Weal and Woe Lots in battle, which she uses to increase Elation for allies, and grant everyone Punchline any time she uses a Skill. If an Aha Instant is triggered, she casts Woe Lots, which debuff enemies, causing them to take increased damage, all while regenerating Skill Points for the rest of the team.

Her aptly named Certified Banger buff adds one extra instance of Elation to teammates’ attacks. And her Ultimate grants the team Punchline, and triggers an extra Aha Instant.

The other new arrival is likewise a Path of Elation devotee. Sparxie is a suspiciously familiar streamer who uses her influencer skills in combat. When she fights, she turns the fight into a battle for attention, as she forces enemies to engage in a race for upvotes.

When you consume Skill Points, Sparxie will get gifts, which in turn cause her to regenerate Skill Points and Punchlines for the team. You can continue doing this to increase your damage. When Aha Instant is triggered, Sparxie unleashes a lucky draw that deals damage to enemies with each bounce.

She also benefits from the Certified Banger state, which causes the gifs she receives to deal more Elation damage to a random enemy target. Her Ultimate also deals more Elation damage.

Version 4.0 will see a few re-runs, too. Black Swan, Evernight, and Hysilens will be part of the first half’s Warp events. The second half will see the return of Sparkle, Cerydra, and Rappa — that’s right, HoYoverse have finally remembered Rappa exists, after one of the longest rerun waits in the game’s history! Both Black Swan and Sparkle are getting a few tweaks to their kit with this version, too, so the timing works.

If you log in after launch, you’ll get 20 free pulls and a new free outfit for Ruan Mei. If you play while the Yao Guang fortune event is active, you could earn 1,600 Stellar Jades. You can also expect a free 5-Star character selector to arrive at some point after launch, giving you a free choice between popular (but admittedly a bit old for the meta these days) limited-banner characters Jing Yuan, Kafka, Dan Heng • Imbibitor Lunae, Jingliu, Sparkle, Acheron, and Aventurine.

Finally, the other major news is a Fortnite collaboration. Starting February 26, Kafka and Blade will join Epic’s battle royale shooter. On that day, you’ll find skins of the two Stellaron Hunters in the Fortnite Item Shop, and the new outfits are even compatible with Fortnite’s LEGO styles. You can also expect other customisation bits like Back Bling, Pickaxe, and more to be part of the package.

If you download the game on the Epic Games Store, and take part in Honkai: Star Rail-themed activities, you’ll also get the Blade character outfit in Fortnite for free. Event schedule and timing will be announced at a later date.

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Beaver city-builder Timberborn confirmed for launch on March 5

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Beaver city-builder Timberborn confirmed for launch on March 5

Easily one of the best city-builders around, Timberborn is set to leave Early Access on March 5th with a big update to the game.

With the 1.0 release there’s going to be a lot of tweaks and additions, but there doesn’t seem to be a clear changelog on exactly what yet. Looking back myself over various experimental version changelogs there will be: an expanded tutorial, modding improvements, Steam Achievements, a new map type, UI improvements, many visual upgrades, translation improvements, and numerous bug fixes.

There’s also a new lore trailer:

During the Early Access period it has gone through multiple major upgrades, some highlights for any returning players:

Building out the two beaver factions into vastly different organizations, altering their paths of progress ( including different food production chains, buildings, and architecture)
The introduction of 3D water physics, 3D terrain, and expanding vertical architecture
Official mod and Steam Workshop support for all players
The addition of badwater and badtides—a dangerous new season, like droughts
The inclusion of end-game goals, AKA wonders, complementing the game’s sandbox loop.
The addition of bots and broadening the available building roster across all categories, from workshops to decorations
Addition of faction-specific mass transportation systems: speedy ziplines for the nature-loving Folktails and cutting-edge Tubeway tech for the industrious Iron Teeth
Expansion from 7 to 16 built-in maps

It has a Platinum rating on ProtonDB, and it’s Steam Deck Verified. My own time with it on desktop Linux with Proton showed it working great! I’m really looking forward to playing through it with the final release – and you can test it right now as the experimental opt-in Beta is available on Steam.

Release Date: 5th March 2026

Platform: ⚛ Proton / Wine

Article taken from GamingOnLinux.com.

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Nioh 3 launches, immediately becomes the most played Nioh ever on Steam

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Nioh 3 launches, immediately becomes the most played Nioh ever on Steam

It sounds like Koei Tecmo’s decision to finally release a Nioh game on PC day-and-date with PlayStation has paid off. The highly-anticipated Nioh 3 has gone live across both platforms, a first for a series that typically spends its initial release months as a console exclusive.

On Steam, and despite having only been available for just a few hours, the game has broken series records, and it continues to climb.

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At the time of writing, Nioh 3 has peaked at 42,822 concurrent players on Steam (via SteamDB), and the number keeps going up. Because it’s in the middle of day in Europe and everyone is at work, it’s entirely possible – if not likely – that this figure will get much higher. A weekend bump is also possible, as we’ve seen with several recent releases.

As it stands, the current peak concurrent is enough to get the game in Steam’s top 20 most played games.

This already puts it ahead of all other Nioh games on Steam. The original Nioh peaked at 10,649 when it released in November, 2017. Nioh 2 fared much better, peaking at 41,325 concurrent players in February, 2021.

Of course, you could see that success coming a mile away. The game is currently number one worldwide in Steam’s list of top sellers. This is a jump of 46 positions, for a total of three weeks Nioh 3 has spent in that list.

There are many reasons as to why Nioh 3 has done as well as it has. Word of mouth coming off last year’s PS5-exclusive demo, and the more positive coverage that followed since are just two.

Just last week, Team Ninja released a pretty generous demo across both platforms, which has been well received by players, and likely contributed to sales, in no small part because progress in the demo carries over to the full game.

Critical reviews have been incredibly positive, too. We awarded the game four out of five stars, calling it “Team Ninja’s most accomplished action game, and the series’ most accessible.” It will be interesting to see what number the highest peak concurrent actually settles on over the weekend.

Until then, if you’re jumping in yourself, our Nioh 3 guides are essential reading. Start off with these useful and actually informative gameplay tips, and don’t start playing until you’ve changed these settings. Once you’re ready to get deeper, be sure to read up on how to play co-op with other players, and how to summon AI Acolytes to help you out.

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Baldur’s Gate Is Getting An HBO Show Following BG3

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Baldur’s Gate Is Getting An HBO Show Following BG3

Three days ago, I was talking about how sometimes good things happen, like HBO’s bunk-ass live-action The Last of Us series looking likely to end in three seasons rather than four. Well, the monkey’s paw didn’t just curl, it rolled in upon itself with an intensity great enough to open a portal to a much, much worse dimension. Craig Mazin, whio serves as showrunner on the post-apocalyptic adaptation, isn’t done at HBO; he’s now apparently working on a Baldur’s Gate series that will continue the story of Larian Studios’ RPG. Just shoot me, HBO.

Deadline reports that Mazin is working alongside Hasbro to create a continuation of the Baldur’s Gate 3 story that will include both new characters and some returning ones from the game. You know, the ones whose fates you could have greatly influenced with your decisions in ways too drastic for the writers to have any wiggle room in making sweeping choices for them? I already don’t trust Mazin with characters when he’s following the source material’s script, much less continuing their stories beyond the credits. According to Deadline‘s story, Mazin has full creative control. Call me Gale Dekarios of Waterdeep the way I could explode right now.

“After putting nearly 1000 hours into the incredible world of Baldur’s Gate 3, it is a dream come true to be able to continue the story that Larian and Wizards of The Coast created,” Mazin said in a statement to Deadline. “I am a devoted fan of D&D and the brilliant way that Swen Vincke and his gifted team adapted it. I can’t wait to help bring Baldur’s Gate and all of its incredible characters to life with as much respect and love as we can, and I’m deeply grateful to Gabe Marano and his team at Hasbro for entrusting me with this incredibly important property.”

Thanks, I hate it. And I’ll inevitably be putting my boxing gloves on once more to enter the ring when it comes out like I did for The Last of Us.

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Thomas & Friends: Wonders of Sodor Brings The Island To Life On Consoles And PC | TheXboxHub

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Thomas & Friends Wonders of Sodor official keyart, showing Thomas chugging along the tracks — Thomas & Friends Wonders of Sodor game featuring Thomas, Percy, and friends exploring the Island of Sodor on consoles and PC

The Island of Sodor is steaming back into the spotlight, as Thomas & Friends: Wonders of Sodor has been officially announced for consoles and PC.

Developed by Dovetail Games in collaboration with Mattel, this brand-new standalone adventure invites players of all ages to explore the world of Thomas like never before when it launches on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

Rather than a traditional Train Sim World simulation-type affair, Wonders of Sodor is shaping up to be a narrative-led experience inspired by the classic stories that made Thomas & Friends a household name.

From bustling harbours to iconic branch lines, the game aims to capture the warmth, charm, and gentle sense of discovery that has defined the series for generations.

A Storybook Journey Across Sodor

At its core, Thomas & Friends: Wonders of Sodor is built around eight unique adventures, each drawing inspiration from the original television stories.

Players will work alongside familiar faces including Thomas, Diesel, Emily, Gordon, and Percy, helping to keep the railway running smoothly while uncovering new moments across the island.

The experience is brought together by narration from Mark Moraghan, one of the series’ original narrators, adding an extra layer of authenticity for long-time fans. Whether travelling from Vicarstown to Knapford, exploring at your own pace, or tackling light puzzles such as the Shunting Truck Challenge, the focus is firmly on relaxed exploration and story-driven play.

Iconic Locations And Free Exploration

Wonders of Sodor promises a lovingly recreated island, featuring well-known routes and locations including the Main Line, Thomas’ Branch Line, and Knapford Harbour. Players can freely explore these areas between objectives, encouraging curiosity and discovery rather than strict progression.

This approach makes the game feel as much like an interactive storybook as it does a traditional adventure, perfectly suited to younger players while still offering plenty of nostalgia for parents and long-time fans.

Deluxe Edition Adds Extra SteamAlongside the standard release, Thomas & Friends™: Wonders of Sodor – Deluxe Edition has also been confirmed. This expanded version introduces James as a playable character and includes four additional adventures set around the island.

For those looking to experience everything Sodor has to offer, the Deluxe Edition is positioned as the most complete way to climb aboard.

Key Features At A Glance

A standalone Thomas & Friends narrative adventure

Eight story-driven adventures inspired by the original TV series

Narration from original series narrator Mark Moraghan

Freely explore the Island of Sodor and its iconic locations

Familiar characters including Thomas, Percy, Gordon, Emily, Diesel, and more

Puzzles and activities such as the Shunting Truck Challenge

Deluxe Edition featuring James and four additional adventures

Launching on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC storefronts

Not Thomas’ First Stop In Gaming

While this is Thomas’ first fully standalone adventure of this kind, it’s not hit first appearance in modern games. Back in 2025, Dovetail Games introduced Thomas-themed content to Train Sim World 5 as part of the franchise’s 80th anniversary celebrations.

Wonders of Sodor feels like a natural evolution from that collaboration, offering a more accessible, story-focused experience that puts character and exploration ahead of hardcore simulation.

A Wholesome New Arrival On The Horizon

With its focus on classic storytelling, gentle gameplay, and faithful presentation, Thomas & Friends: Wonders of Sodor looks set to offer a warm, welcoming entry point for younger players, while tapping directly into nostalgia for older fans.

When it arrives on consoles and PC, Sodor won’t just be a place you watch, it’ll be one you can explore.

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