Open-ended games that allow creative freedom and exploration without predefined goals. Often feature building, crafting, and non-linear objectives.
Despite facing severe financial strain and planning layoffs affecting around 100 employees, Build a Rocket Boy (BARB) holds onto hope with a speculative secret project possibly linked to a well-known TV series license.
During a hands-on demo at Summer Game Fest, PlayersForLife’s writer experienced Crimson Desert’s expansive world, detailed visuals, and diverse combat mechanics, all powered by Pearl Abyss’ BlackSpace Engine, hinting at an immersive gameplay experience despite potential initial complexity.
Crimson Desert, poised to launch on November 2, 2025, is eagerly anticipated as it positions itself alongside Western giants like The Witcher 3 and Assassin’s Creed Origins, potentially marking a significant moment for South Korean games in the Western market.
Excitement brews as Red Dead Redemption cast members tease an impending announcement, potentially unveiling next-gen versions for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and even the rumored Switch 2.
Nintendo’s Mario Kart World revolutionizes the series with an open world setting, up to 24 players, dynamic weather, a thrilling Knock Out mode, and regionally-inspired food items for boosts and costumes, all while promising smooth performance and an extensive Tour mode.
Build.MindsEye and Play.MindsEye, once part of Everywhere’s ambitious Arcadia tool, are now the primary focus as Build a Rocket Boy studio pivots from their open-world metaverse project, slated for release on June 10, 2025, for major consoles and PC.
Dune Awakening, launching in early access on June 5th and fully on June 10th, invites players into a rich Dune universe, offering not just typical MMO elements but also deep social and political progression, with the chance to align with houses, influence decisions via PvE/PvP, and train in unique Imperium disciplines.
Despite initial commitments to invest in strong solo experiences and independent studios, Cliffhanger Games, collaborating with Marvel on “Black Panther,” was abruptly shuttered as part of Electronic Arts’ 2023 restructuring, which prioritizes key franchises over external licenses, leaving numerous developers uncertain about their future.
Get ready to embark on an epic adventure with “Pokémon Legends Z-A”, launching October 16, 2025, for Nintendo Switch, and optimized for the upcoming Switch 2, featuring real-time battles and enhanced storytelling in the city of Illumis.
Get ready for an exhilarating lineup of new titles, including the open-world “Sand Land,” dark JRPG “Soul Hackers 2,” and heart-pounding horror “Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted – Full Time Edition,” as they join PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium Catalog on May 20th.