Welcome to our daily roundup of the hottest video game news! Today’s top stories are:
- The future popularity of extraction shooters remains uncertain, but Arc Raiders is not deterred, gearing up for another playtest.
- The new Raider trailer for Elden Ring: Nightreign showcases the eternal power of ‘bonk’ to the delight of fans.
- The Finals studio’s exciting new shooter, ARC Raiders, is set to undergo its second public test later this month.
Will Extraction Shooters Gain Popularity? Arc Raiders Preps for Another Playtest
Source: Rock Paper Shotgun – April 15, 2025
Recently, there’s been a buzz around whether Marathon will be the game to catapult extraction shooters into the mainstream. The uncertainty primarily stems from the fact that the game is still under development. However, Marathon isn’t the only extraction shooter poised to test these waters this year. Arc Raiders, from the creators of the successful shooter game The Finals, is also on the horizon. Earlier today, Embark Studios, the developer behind Arc Raiders, announced an upcoming playtest slated for later this month.
Read the full article at Rock Paper Shotgun →
New Elden Ring: Nightreign Raider Trailer Reveals a Power-Packed Character
Source: Rock Paper Shotgun – April 16, 2025
FromSoftware continues to keep us on our toes by releasing a new character trailer for Elden Ring: Nightreign. The spotlight is now on the Raider, a character who is anything but subtle. Armed with a massive stone weapon, the Raider is known for his devastating uppercuts and headbutts against knights, along with a penchant for heavy drinking. He also possesses the unique ability to summon walls, as seen in the trailer, where he uses one as an archery platform and for executing plunging attacks.
The trailer showcases the Raider’s impressive strength, ending with a display of dominance over the Demi-Human Queen, a boss character. The trailer does not shy away from illustrating the uneasy feeling players might experience during these encounters.
Read the full article at Rock Paper Shotgun →
Upcoming Public Test for ARC Raiders, the New Shooter from The Finals Studio
Source: Eurogamer – April 16, 2025
The highly anticipated shooter game, ARC Raiders, will undergo its second public network test at the end of this month, paving the way for its full release later in the year. This marks the first time console players will be included in the testing process. The test will run from April 30th to May 4th on platforms including PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Interested players can register on Steam or directly through the game’s official website.
The PvPvE (Player vs Player vs Environment) sandbox shooter, ARC Raiders, is the brainchild of Embark Studios, the creators of the 2023 hit, The Finals. Notably, the studio was established by former members of the renowned Battlefield studio, DICE. ARC Raiders seamlessly blends extraction and survival gameplay elements, offering both solo and multiplayer modes for up to three players.
To learn more, read the full article at Eurogamer →
Aesthetic Yet Lacking a Unique Vision: A Look at Crimson Desert
Source: Eurogamer – April 16, 2025
Crimson Desert boasts a beauty mirroring the enchanting visuals of Black Myth: Wukong. Game Science’s game left me in awe when I first encountered it, and Crimson Desert evokes a similar reaction. Imagine the shimmer of sweat on a warrior’s skin, partially hidden by a rugged bear skin cloak, or the majestic decrepitude of a castle where battles erupt amidst a spectacle of particle effects. The sight of crimson blood splattering against the purity of crisp snow is a striking contrast that adds to the game’s appeal.
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First Deep-Dive Livestream for RuneScape: Dragonwilds Announces its Immediate Release
Source: Rock Paper Shotgun – April 15, 2025
Just a few weeks ago, RuneScape: Dragonwilds was announced, and today, developer Jagex surprised fans by revealing the game’s release date during a deep-dive livestream. The shocker? It’s available now! If you’re intrigued, you can head over to Steam to purchase the game in early access. This new addition to the RuneScape family offers a unique twist on the beloved MMO, introducing open-world, co-op survival crafting elements. The Steam page reassures fans, however, that the game remains “RuneScape at its core”. The gameplay features quests to embark on, magic to wield for crafting homes and combating enemies, and even includes some light RPG elements.
Read the full article at Rock Paper Shotgun →
Dreadmoor: A Lovecraftian Fishing Sim Blends Dredge’s Elements with Sea Of Thieves’ First-Person Sailing
Source: Rock Paper Shotgun – April 15, 2025
The ‘Completely Normal Fishing’ genre continues to evolve with the introduction of Dreadmoor. This charming little tugboat venture is set in a world populated by island-sized ribcages and heightened background radiation. The game’s quirky normality is off the charts. Rest assured, nothing sinister or otherworldly lurks in the darkness beneath your rudder. Let’s take a look at the trailer. Dreadmoor draws obvious parallels with Dredge, the cosmic horror trawling simulator from Black Salt Games.
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Upcoming Launch: Nvidia’s RTX 5060 GPUs and Price Reduction on RTX 5060 Ti
Source: Rock Paper Shotgun – April 15, 2025
The highly anticipated GeForce RTX 50 series from Nvidia, a family of gaming GPUs both revered and criticized, is nearing its completion. The RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti are set to join the lineup as the specs for these models have recently been unveiled, signaling their imminent launch. These GPUs are the predicted successors of the RTX 4060 and RTX 4060 Ti, boasting modest performance enhancements, complemented by DLSS 4 and Multi Frame Generation features. Interestingly, the RTX 5060 Ti is set to have a reduced MSRP for both its 8GB and 16GB versions. Although there won’t be a Founders Edition release for these models, partner versions of the 8GB RTX 5060 Ti are expected to start at £349 / $379, showcasing a reduction of £40 / $20 from the 8GB 4060 Ti.
Read the full article at Rock Paper Shotgun →
Dune: Awakening Delayed by Three Weeks
Source: Rock Paper Shotgun – April 15, 2025
Funcom has announced that the release of Dune: Awakening, originally scheduled for May 20th, will be delayed. The survival MMO’s launch has been rescheduled to June 10th, according to a recent Steam post. However, those who have preordered the deluxe or ultimate edition can look forward to playing the game a few days earlier, on June 5th. The decision to delay the release came after careful evaluation of feedback received from beta testers. In a more positive light, Funcom has planned a “large-scale weekend” for the upcoming month, providing more players with the opportunity to experience the game and share their feedback.
Read the full article at Rock Paper Shotgun →
Delayed Canadian Pre-orders for Switch 2 Reportedly Commence Next Week
Source: Eurogamer – April 15, 2025
Canadian pre-orders for the Switch 2 were initially slated to go live on April 9th. However, Nintendo announced a last-minute delay, postponing them to next week. The abrupt halt was revealed a day prior to the commencement of the Canadian Switch 2 pre-orders. Nintendo stated that the decision was made to align with the yet-to-be-determined timing of the US pre-orders. This move comes on the heels of Nintendo’s unprecedented decision to delay US pre-orders for the Switch 2 indefinitely. The company is currently evaluating the potential impact of the sweeping trade tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
Read the full article on Eurogamer →
Upcoming Switch 2 US Pre-orders Reportedly to Begin Next Week, Varies by Retailer
Source: Eurogamer – April 16, 2025
Reports suggest that certain US retailers will commence Switch 2 pre-orders as early as next week. Earlier in the month, Nintendo unexpectedly postponed its Switch 2 pre-orders across the US and Canada. They cited the need to gauge the potential impact of tariffs and shifting market conditions as the reason for this decision. Initially, pre-orders for both countries were scheduled to launch on April 9th. Following the delay, Nintendo did not provide a specific timeline for when they would resume the pre-order process, simply stating that they would release updates “at a later date”. However, Billbill-kun of Dealabs, known for his reliable information, has recently indicated that Switch 2 pre-orders in the US are set to kick off soon, with some retailers initiating this as early as next week.
Read the full story at Eurogamer →
FromSoftware Introduces New Elden Ring: Nightreign Character
Source: Eurogamer – April 16, 2025
FromSoftware has introduced a new playable character for its upcoming co-op spin-off, Elden Ring: Nightreign. The character, named Raider, embodies the classic barbarian warrior archetype. Clad in a fur cloak, a horned helmet, and wielding a colossal axe, Raider delivers slow yet powerful attacks. This suggests his character build is geared towards strength, providing a contrast to the swifter, previously unveiled characters. Raider also possesses a dynamic ultimate ability that benefits all players. The character trailer for Raider portrays him channeling his rage to summon a pillar of rock from the earth, which can then be scaled by all characters. This allows for strategic gameplay, as demonstrated when the archer character, Ironeye, takes a sniping position atop the pillar, while Raider leaps off for a potent axe swipe.
Read the full article at Eurogamer →
Release Date for Among Us 3D Announced
Source: Eurogamer – April 16, 2025
Developers InnerSloth and Schell Games have unveiled the release date for the eagerly awaited Among Us 3D on PC. The announcement of this 3D iteration of the popular space-themed social deduction game was first made in February of this year, but the critical detail of the release date was not shared at that time. This has since been rectified, with the confirmation that Among Us 3D will launch on PC via Steam on May 6th. In an enthusiastic social media announcement, the Among Us team encouraged players to “MARK IT IN YOUR CALENDARS,” adding, “3D BEANS COMING TO UR SCREENS SOON AAAAAA.” As for what players can anticipate from Among Us 3D’s release, it’s set to mirror the original Among Us experience that skyrocketed in popularity during 2020, only now with an added dimension.
Read the full article at Eurogamer →
Details of Cancelled Project 8 from ‘This War of Mine’ Developer Revealed
Source: Eurogamer – April 16, 2025
In late December, 11 Bit Studios, the Polish developer famed for ‘This War of Mine’ and the ‘Frostpunk’ series, announced the cancellation of an ambitious console-focused game, referred to as Project 8. Since its inception in 2018, the project had cost the studio nearly £10m. Until now, all we knew about Project 8 was its description as a “narrative-driven, story-rich game,” – a term coined by CEO PrzemysÅ‚aw MarszaÅ‚ to indicate the game’s genre, which he believed held a stronger market appeal when it was first conceived. With recent insights into the cancelled project, we now have a clearer understanding of what MarszaÅ‚ meant.
Read the full article on Eurogamer →
Upcoming Indie Game to Feature PlayStation Icon Shuhei Yoshida as Playable Character
Source: Eurogamer – April 16, 2025
Shuhei Yoshida, the renowned former PlayStation executive, is set to be immortalized in pixel form in the forthcoming game from Bionic Bay. This precision-puzzle platformer casts players in the role of a scientist navigating through an intricately hand-crafted, bio-mechanical world. Developed by Mureena Oy and Psychoflow Studio, this high-fidelity, atmospheric environment promises an engaging gaming experience. The game, scheduled for release on both PC and PlayStation 5, will feature Yoshida as an unlockable character skin. Despite Yoshida’s departure from PlayStation, his legacy continues to thrive in the gaming world. To further celebrate his contributions, the game will also include a “special” level dedicated to him.
Read the full article at Eurogamer →
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