Atari’s ‘something big’ reveal is 39 physical Activision cartridges – exactly as we predicted
The Escapistby Paul McNally·26 Aug 2026
It is not often that a company gives away its enormous secret by putting a space in the middle of a word, but Atari has now revealed its mysterious “vision for your game shelf” was indeed a vision...
Guitar Hero’s iconic Xplorer controller is back with an absurd 8,000Hz upgrade
The Escapistby Paul McNally·26 Aug 2026
This has left me wondering at what point I am too old to be thrashing around mmy living room with a plastic guitar living out my Stone Roses dreams.
The Witcher 3 remaster arrives in September, with the brand-new expansion coming in 2027
The Escapistby Paul McNally·26 Aug 2026
The Witcher 3 remaster arrives in September, with a brand-new expansion coming in 2027 Like the rest of us, Geralt might occasionally dream about retiring somewhere warm and spending his remaining...
Hello gorgeous – The Commodore 77 turns the C64 into a glorious Cyberpunk 2077 relic
The Escapistby Paul McNally·25 Aug 2026
The Commodore 64 has survived bankruptcy, several questionable attempts to revive its name, and more than four decades of rapidly changing technology.
Hytale modders reveal WoWTale, aiming to recreate WoW ahead of World Gen 2.0
The Escapistby Craig Robinson·25 Aug 2026
When Hytale launched back in January, the excitement was there for the game. The devs did their best to manage expectations of what players might face with their projects.
Ready to watch Gamescom Opening Night Live?Here’s everything you need to know – times, line-up and more
The Escapistby Paul McNally·25 Aug 2026
Gamescom 2026 officially opens its doors tomorrow, but the avalanche of trailers, announcements, and irritatingly enthusiastic uses of the phrase “world premiere” begins tonight with Opening Night...
35 years on Commodore brings back Alien Breed to a brand new audience
The Escapistby Paul McNally·25 Aug 2026
If you are here, I am going to assume you know what Alien Breed was, or indeed is. If not, welcome to your education.
Brazil is bringing a massive 35-game indie showcase to gamescom 2026
The Escapistby Paul McNally·25 Aug 2026
Brazil’s thriving indie scene is about to receive its biggest gamescom spotlight yet, with 35 homegrown games heading to Cologne for the inaugural Brazilian Indie Pavilion.
Perihelion lets you weaponize gravity in a co-op roguelite where nothing flies straight
The Escapistby Paul McNally·25 Aug 2026
Space shooters have traditionally encouraged players to point their guns at whatever needs to explode.
Evoplay unveils jackpot-driven Olympus Gold Rush slot
The Escapistby Escapist Staff·25 Aug 2026
Evoplay has launched Olympus Gold Rush, a new 4×3 online slot combining Greek mythology with bonus features, growing multipliers and four fixed jackpots.
No More Room In Hell 2 Review: Romero horror with tense, chaotically fun gameplay
The Escapistby Craig Robinson·24 Aug 2026
I remember the days of the old Valve horror Source mods. Games like Zombiemaster, Zombie Panic, Cry of Fear and No More Room in Hell were popular.
Bodycam’s astonishing overhaul could – well should – change PC shooters forever
The Escapistby Paul McNally·24 Aug 2026
I have seen enough photorealistic Unreal Engine 5 demos to last me several lifetimes. You know the ones: a wet alley, a flickering light, bins everywhere and a camera moving slowly enough to hide...
This game looks okay, but the trailer is one of the most God-awful things I’ve seen in years
The Escapistby Paul McNally·24 Aug 2026
I don’t want to be that guy. If I ever shout the words “AI Slop” in a clueless manner i want you to take my life. But lord, this trailer is not good.
Nacon just dropped a mountain of racing news, including a €280 direct drive wheel and the future of WRC
The Escapistby Paul McNally·24 Aug 2026
Nacon’s latest News From The Pits showcase was absolutely stuffed with racing announcements, ranging from new sim hardware and console-compatible direct drive wheels to fresh looks at MXGP 26, Test...
Bass Cash 1000 launches with multipliers of up to 1,000x
The Escapistby Escapist Staff·24 Aug 2026
Games Global and exclusive studio partner Alchemy Gaming have expanded their fishing-themed slot franchise with the launch of Bass Cash 1000.
In 1985, one video game made you telephone for permission to nuke Europe
The Escapistby Paul McNally·22 Aug 2026
There are buttons that beg to be pressed. The bigger, redder and more forbidden they look, the more certain it is that somebody will press one just to see what happens.
Cripes – DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite turns bullet hell into a 10-player battle royale
The Escapistby Paul McNally·21 Aug 2026
This has got me excited. In my Shmup days DoDonPachi was my jam. I knew it inside out and couldn’t get enough of it.
Team Rocket takes over London ahead of new Pokémon TCG Pocket expansion
The Escapistby Jacob Woodward·21 Aug 2026
The Pokémon Company is preparing for trouble in Pokémon TCG Pocket, with the OG baddies of Team Rocket taking center stage in a new themed booster pack arriving next week.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 is dragging us back to Night City this October
The Escapistby Paul McNally·21 Aug 2026
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 finally has a Netflix release date, with CD Projekt Red confirming that we will be returning to Night City on October 20, 2026.
BetGames expands fruity franchise with Citrus Splash Deluxe
The Escapistby Escapist Staff·21 Aug 2026
BetGames has launched Citrus Splash Deluxe, a sequel to its first slot release that introduces expanding wilds, a redesigned cocktail bar setting and an Ultra Jackpot worth 10,000x the bet.
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