As per WhatIfGaming, Atomic Heart will launch on February 21, 2023. The outlet cites “a reliable tip” as its source. Meanwhile, over on Twitter, The Snitch – a prominent leaker with a solid track record – also seems to be lending credence to the report, having responded to it with the good old eyes emoji.

Whenever it launches, Atomic Heart will be available for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. It will also be available via Game Pass right out the gate. You can get more details on the game in our interview with Mundfish through here.

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Gamescom Opening Night Live kicked off the trade fair last week and has amassed 12 million views. The entire program garnered over 130 million views, as of this past Saturday evening. Gamescom 2023 has been announced and runs from August 23rd to 27th next year. The next Gamescom Opening Night Live takes place on August 22nd, 2023.

As for this year’s showcase, it contained a myriad of announcements. Hogwarts Legacy received a new trailer and Digital Deluxe Edition details. Sonic Frontiers received a new trailer along with a November 8th release date. Then there was the re-emergence of Dead Island 2, which is out on February 3rd, 2023 for consoles and PC.

Until Sony officially announces its next PlayStation Showcase (currently rumored for September 8th), the next big event is The Game Awards. It’s set to take place on December 8th. Stay tuned for more details on the same in the coming months.

While Zed is about heavy weapons and Bunker emphasizes defense with her shield, Blaze is all about firepower. Originally running with a posse that specialized in securing valuable loot, the gunslinger is now seeking new allies on the derelict station. Along with a variety of weapons, Blaze can also drop explosives. One ability sees them firing explosive projectiles like a mortar and raining them down on enemies.

Endless Dungeon is in development for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch. It had a “First Run” version for a limited number of players in June, as part of Amplitude’s OpenDev program, but no release date has been announced.

Some familiar units that help out include zombies and golems (with some new ones added here). Players can command their units to assault different structures while partaking in combat. While action strategy games can be messy, everything looks pretty manageable. Though this footage represents an assault by the player, players will also have to defend various settlements from the piglins throughout the campaign.

Minecraft Legends releases in the first half of 2023 for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch while also launching on day one for Game Pass. In addition to a single-player campaign, there’s competitive and cooperative multiplayer. Stay tuned for more details and gameplay in the coming months.

Some interesting mechanics include spraying water on an enemy and then using electricity to jolt them. You can also lift foes and slam them down, freeze them for shattering with melee weapons, and ignite nearby gas to incinerate foes. With the Chaika 3.0, players can craft over 30 types of melee weapons and modify them.

Atomic Heart is out later this year (sometime between September and December) for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, Xbox One, PS4, and PC. It also launches on day one for Game Pass. For about 22 minutes of more gameplay, head here. You can also check out our interview with the developer here.

In a press release, the publisher has outlined even more details about the game. It notes that the interconnected world is five times larger than the first game’s. Along with NPC quests, “compelling characters” and a “rich narrative,” players can create a character.

A new feature in the sequel is online co-op support for two players which promises to be uninterrupted. As for the development team, Hexworks consists of over 75 internal developers and a “network of external partners.” It’s led by creative director Cezar Virtosu (Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Assassin’s Creed Origins) and executive producer Saul Gascon (Dead by Daylight, PayDay 2).

Virtosu stated, “The Lords of the Fallen is the spiritual successor fans of the original title have always wanted. The game is significantly larger, with a vast, interconnected dual world split between the realms of the living and dead, that players can explore alone or with friends. It’s darker and more challenging, with faster Souls-like combat, stronger thematic, richer narrative, deeper RPG systems, and more immersive storytelling.” In addition, players can utilize “devastating magic.”

A release date hasn’t been announced, but it’s out in 2023 for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC. Expect to see more gameplay in the coming months as the global marketing campaign kicks off this year.

In the trailer, we see Cipal, the last haven in Athia. Frey can encounter various NPCs who give quests or information, and can even trade. One quest sees her venturing outside of the city to Praenost to find some blacksmithing tools, fending off enemies with magic and parkouring seamlessly all over.

Along with treasure chests with items for crafting and trading, she’ll also find Mana pools which can unlock new spells if enough are collected. Various belfries can be scanned with Cuff to reveal other points of interest nearby. Exploration is a big part of the experience as Frey can find experience points, Athian lore, new gear and stat increases.

There are also Pilgrim’s Refuges which allow for resting, upgrading gear and crafting healing items. In Avoalet, Frey ventures into the depths where the Break is stronger. Combat and movement seem a lot smoother than in previous showings. Plus, it seems that there’s a magical cat companion that can accompany Frey on her journey.

Forspoken is out on January 24th, 2023 for PS5 and PC, and pre-orders are now available. Those who pre-order digitally on consoles will receive a Crafting Starter Kit, No Limits Cloak, Trigger Happy Nails, and a Symbol Combo Necklace. Stay tuned for more gameplay in the coming months.

Set in Allraan, or more specifically in “one corner,” rune-lenses have been hugely influential on the alliances between various races. But when the Galdean Empire devises technology that can amplify their effects, things take a turn. The main characters are Seign Kesling, an imperial officer, and Nowa from a remote village, who become friends and are eventually dragged into the war.

While its sprites are 2D, the environments are fully 3D, creating a breathtaking effect. This is especially pronounced in combat, with the camera panning naturally. Published by 505 Games, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is out in 2023 for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, PC (via the Epic Games Store) and Nintendo Switch.

Players can also save multiple control profiles and change them on the fly. There’s also an “Fn” button to access the settings, adjust game and chat volumes, swap between control profiles, and more. You can also change the stick caps and back buttons with three types (standard, high dome and low dome) for the former and two types (half-dome and lever) for the latter.

It also includes the ability to replace each stick module, though these are sold separately. Along with a USB Type-C braided cable, a carrying case is provided. A price and launch date haven’t been revealed, but more details are slated for the “months ahead.” Stay tuned in the meantime.

The Outlast Trials is set during the Cold War era with players volunteering for the Murkoff Corporation. Unfortunately, the group is running for some horrifying experiments. While players can embark on these alone and try to escape, they can also team up with up to four friends.

While the first two games were likened to movies, studio co-founder Philippe Morin feels The Outlast Trials is more of a TV series (though an episodic approach hasn’t been confirmed). Given the co-op focus, various content updates may arrive after launch to advance the plot.

The Outlast Trials is currently slated for PC. Stay tuned for more details on the closed beta tests in the coming weeks.