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Returnal’s Story is “Mysterious and Haunting”, Asks “a Lot of Questions”

Returnal’s Story is “Mysterious and Haunting”, Asks “a Lot of Questions”

Game director Harry Krueger talks about the upcoming roguelike's approach to storytelling.

Returnal is Getting Everything it Can from the PS5’s Specs, Says Dev

Returnal is Getting Everything it Can from the PS5’s Specs, Says Dev

Returnal developer talks about how the roguelike shooter will leverage the PS5's hardware.

Returnal – Narrative Events Randomized Each Run, Travel Between Biomes Possible

Returnal – Narrative Events Randomized Each Run, Travel Between Biomes Possible

Housemarque shines a bit more light on the creepier aspects of Returnal.

Returnal Trailer Teases Selene’s Past and Atropos’ Dark Secrets

Returnal Trailer Teases Selene’s Past and Atropos’ Dark Secrets

The rogue-lite elements of Housemarque's shooter are also briefly showcased.

Returnal Trailer Reveals Atropos’ Shifting Biomes

Returnal Trailer Reveals Atropos’ Shifting Biomes

Three biomes are revealed while six remain unknown.

Returnal ESRB Rating Promises Futuristic Weapons, Splashing Blood, And Cries Of Pain
Returnal is Looking Like an Early Visual Showcase for the PS5

Returnal is Looking Like an Early Visual Showcase for the PS5

We analyze the most impressive elements of the tech behind Housemarque's upcoming PS5 exclusive.

Returnal Delayed to April 30

Returnal Delayed to April 30

Housemarque is taking some additional time to polish the game.

Returnal is Probably Going to be Better Than You Expect

Returnal is Probably Going to be Better Than You Expect

Housemarque's roguelike shooter is the very definition of a dark horse.

Returnal Will Use the PS5’s SSD to Allow for Instant Respawns

Returnal Will Use the PS5’s SSD to Allow for Instant Respawns

Should be a big boost for a roguelike game.

Returnal’s Pre-Order Bonus Shows Alternate Suits

Returnal’s Pre-Order Bonus Shows Alternate Suits

Two suits will come with at least one version of the game.

Returnal Developer Talks About the Role of Skill and Luck in Progression

Returnal Developer Talks About the Role of Skill and Luck in Progression

Game director Harry Krueger talks about Returnal's nature as a roguelike title.

Returnal Has 10 Base Weapons, Over 90 Weapon Traits

Returnal Has 10 Base Weapons, Over 90 Weapon Traits

Other roguelite mechanics like Obolites and Suit Malfunctions are also detailed.

Returnal’s Goal is “to Haunt the Player” – Housemarque

Returnal’s Goal is “to Haunt the Player” – Housemarque

"Cosmic horror has been a strong inspiration for us," says game director Harry Krueger.

Returnal Combat Trailer Showcases Weapons, Devices, and Parasites

Returnal Combat Trailer Showcases Weapons, Devices, and Parasites

Positive and negative perks, consumables, and even a sword figure into runs.

Returnal Dev Talks Customizable Controls, Translating Their Style And Philosophy To 3D

Returnal Dev Talks Customizable Controls, Translating Their Style And Philosophy To 3D

There are also some new gameplay clips thrown in for good measure.

Returnal – New Gameplay Revealed in HouseCast Episode 2

Returnal – New Gameplay Revealed in HouseCast Episode 2

Director Harry Krueger also discusses the game's origins.

Returnal Developer Clarifies How Adaptive Triggers Are Used For Firing Modes

Returnal Developer Clarifies How Adaptive Triggers Are Used For Firing Modes

It's all in how you use L2.

Returnal Releases on March 19th, 2021 for PS5

Returnal Releases on March 19th, 2021 for PS5

New gameplay reveals enemies, a boss fight and a sick looking sword.

Returnal – Best Buy Lists March 19th, 2021 Release Date

Returnal – Best Buy Lists March 19th, 2021 Release Date

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