Infection Free Zone, a bestselling survival-strategy game set in a post-apocalyptic world, is coming to PlayStation 5 and XBOX Series X|S. The title stands out for its maps that recreate real towns and cities from around the world, among other things. The game was previously very well received on PC, where it is still being actively developed. The console release date for Infection Free Zone is set for August 27.
Infection Free Zone is the work of Polish studio Jutsu Games, also known for 911 Operator, 112 Operator, and Rustler. The game currently holds an 80 percent positive rating on Steam across more than 16,000 player reviews. Ultimate Games S.A. is responsible for preparing and releasing the console versions.
Survive in Your Own City
Infection Free Zone is an independent survival strategy game set in a collapsing world. Jutsu Games’ production combines a classic survival formula with strategy and city-builder elements, along with a unique map mechanic based on real-world locations.
Players take command of a group of survivors. By day, they need to manage shelter, resources, and their people; by night, they defend against hordes of the infected.
Thanks to data pulled from OpenStreetMap, players can pick any town or city in the world and then play on a real map. Notably, individual buildings such as shops, hospitals, and police stations keep their actual location
Gameplay covers building and managing an infection-free zone, where buildings can be converted into shelters, warehouses, farms, power plants, factories, and research centers. Players must raise walls and watchtowers, manage survivors, and form squads for combat and scavenging. Resource and production management also play an important role in Infection Free Zone, with the goal of achieving self-sufficiency.
Over the course of this post-apocalyptic adventure, players will also encounter other groups of survivors. Some will be hostile, but others will want to trade with them or even join them.
Infection Free Zone Arrives on PS5 and XSX
On PC, the game is still being developed in Early Access. Infection Free Zone, which launches on PlayStation 5 and XBOX Series X|S on August 27, will be available on consoles in the current PC version. Future updates will also be rolled out to the console versions over time.
Infection Free Zone– Key Features:
Fight for survival in a fallen world
Play on real-world maps
Defend against hordes of the infected
Manage your survivors
Grow and develop your base
Infection Free Zone launches on PlayStation 5 and XBOX Series X|S on August 27, 2026. The standard console price is 29.99 USD/EUR or the equivalent in other currencies.
Victor Wembanyama headlines Season 1 with a 40-level rewards ladder across The City and MyTEAM, plus the return of 2XREP Weekends – NBA 2K27 launches worldwide September 4
Executive Summary:
Season 1 Tips Off: NBA 2K27 Season 1 launches Thursday, August 27 at 2:00 AM AEST, headlined by cover athlete Victor Wembanyama.
The City and MyTEAM Rewards: Players earn XP across The City and MyTEAM with cross-progression, climbing the 40-level rewards ladder to earn MyPLAYER cosmetics, Badge Tokens, Badge Slots, Cap Breakers, and MyTEAM cards from Amethyst to Dark Matter.
More Ways to Earn: The Season 1 Pro Pass and Hall of Fame Pass offer 40 additional levels of rewards, while the NBA 2K HQ companion app helps players keep up with NBA 2K27 in-game events and pack drops.
Today, 2K unveiled the first Season of NBA® 2K27, the latest iteration of the NBA video game franchise developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K, arriving on Thursday, August 27. Season 1 features Victor Wembanyama – San Antonio Spurs superstar, the 2025-2026 unanimous Defensive Player of the Year, and NBA 2K27’s Standard Edition cover athlete – as the headliner. Every game played in Season 1 earns XP toward a new wave of content across The City and MyTEAM.
The Season 1 trailer for NBA 2K27 can be viewed here:
NBA 2K27Season 1 Rewards and Updates
The City: With every game played in Season 1, players earn XP and climb the rewards ladder toward unlocks like Skill Boosts, MyPLAYER cosmetics, Cap Breakers, and all-new Badge Tokens. Featured rewards include the Level 16 Orange Swirl Hoverboard, Level 29 Cyber Robot Eyes, Level 36 ‘Prowl’ – Minnesota Lynx Mascot, Level 39 Ninja Suit: Apprentice, and more.
Season 1 Events in The City: 2XREP Weekends and other limited-time events are back in Season 1. Players can compete and finish games in Casual Corner, The REC, The Theater, Ante-Up, Proving Grounds, and Crew Divisions in Crew HQ to receive 2XREP rewards. Additional events this Season include Midway, a performance-based game where rewards are tied to different challenges, and Blackout, where players fill out lines on a Bingo card for rewards like VC, Skill Boosts, exclusive apparel, and more.
MyTEAM: With the Expanded Exchange in MyTEAM this year, players can exchange any Player Cards (Free Agent cards excluded), even cards earned from Season level rewards, for elite rewards. Build a balanced opening roster of dominant bigs, three-point snipers, and shifty scorers. The Season 1 rewards include a Level 1 Amethyst Bam Adebayo (Miami Heat), Level 28 Amethyst Coach Mike Brown (New York Knicks), Level 35 Dark Matter Olivia Miles (Minnesota Lynx), culminating in a Level 40 Dark Matter Derrick Rose (Chicago Bulls). Players can also exchange eligible Player Cards through the Season 1 Premier Exchange to earn an exclusive Dark Matter Tracy McGrady card.
Season 1 Pro Pass & Hall of Fame Pass*: Players can unlock 40 additional levels of rewards, including automatic unlocks such as a Dragonfire Mask, Dragonfire Sleeveless Tee, and a 91 OVR Diamond Jimmy Butler card. Premium rewards include the Cyber Robot Facepaint at Level 3, ‘Go the Gorilla’ – Phoenix Suns Mascot at Level 30, and a Pro Pass Dark Matter Derrick Rose at Level 40.
New York Soundtrack: Inspired by the sounds of Rucker Park, Season 1 features a dedicated soundtrack highlighting New York hip-hop icons. Players can experience the court’s unique basketball and hip-hop heritage through a dynamic East Coast soundtrack featuring artists from Busta Rhymes to Mobb Deep and more. Visit the official 2K Beats page to learn more about the full NBA 2K27 soundtrack or stream it all on Spotify and Apple Music.
NBA 2KHQ Companion App: Players can download the NBA 2K HQ companion app to stay connected to NBA 2K27 and keep up with in-game events and pack drops.
For full details on NBA 2K27 Season 1, check out the latest Courtside Report. NBA 2K27 is available on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), XBOX Series X|S, PC via Steam, and Nintendo Switch™ 2. Visit the NBA 2K27official website for more information.
NBA 2K27 launches worldwide on September 4, 2026 on PlayStation® 5 (PS5®), XBOX Series X|S, PC via Steam, and Nintendo Switch 2. Early Access for NBA 2K27 begins August 27 at 2:00 AM AEST for players who purchase the Deluxe Edition or the Ultra Edition, up to nine days ahead of global launch.
Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
*NBA 2K27Pro Passes and Hall of Fame passes are available for separate purchase and require base game, internet, and NBA 2K account. Paid premium passes unlock additional rewards for the Season that are earnable through gameplay. Progress and rewards reset at the end of each season. Availability restrictions apply. For more information on Season Pass, go tohttps://nba.2k.com/2K27/season-pass-faq/.
The Legendary Turn-Based Strategy Classic Returns in 2027 featuring Upgraded 3D Visuals, Modernised Gameplay, and UGC Compatibility
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – 26 August 2026 – Today, during Gamescom’s Opening Night Live, Ubisoft announced Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake, a modern reimagining of the critically acclaimed turn-based strategy classic. Developed by Ubisoft China studios in Chengdu and Shanghai*, the game will launch in 2027 on Ubisoft+, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation and PC through Ubisoft Connect, Steam, and the Epic Games Store.
Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake offers endless hours of epic adventure, elevating the original’s timeless gameplay to modern standards and delivering its iconic blend of turn-based strategy, RPG hero progression, and tactical grid combat. Building on that foundation, the remake introduces a range of quality-of-life improvements and new features, such as enhanced planning and decision-making tools, making for a more intuitive experience while staying faithful to the original.
Rebuilt from the ground up in Ubisoft’s Snowdrop engine, Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake trades the original’s fixed 2D isometric perspective for a highly detailed 3D world and free camera control. Paired with 4K visuals, dynamic lighting, real-time weather, and shifting seasons, this visual overhaul breathes new life into Erathia’s classic biomes and battlefields for both newcomers and returning fans.
Across these living landscapes, players will join Queen Catherine on her crusade to restore order to her kingdom, torn apart by her father’s assassination and the onslaught of invading factions. Packed with the entire content of the original game and its two expansions: Armageddon’s Blade and The Shadow of Death, Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake includes all nine iconic factions and original campaigns. The entire story is now woven into a single continuous experience, complemented by a new introductory prologue campaign easing players into the world and gameplay, and a new suite of fully produced cinematics.
Playable solo or with up to eight players in a revamped online mode, improved matchmaking and a simultaneous turn system, the game also sees the return of the fan-favorite Hot Seat mode.
“Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake is our way of highlighting the rich legacy of the 1999 original and updating that experience for a new generation of players,” said Xavier Poix, Senior Vice President, Ubisoft, who leads the studios behind the game’s development. “The remake gave us the perfect foundation to expand upon an already beloved game while setting the stage for the franchise’s next chapter.”
Honouring the franchise’s deep community roots, the remake preserves compatibility with thousands of maps and campaigns created by players over the past 25 years, allowing fans to revisit the community’s rich legacy from day one. Updated editor tools and a new in-game UGC hub will also make it easier than ever to discover, download, and share community-created content.
As players traverse through different Maps, they will be greeted by a modern audio system, featuring voice acting, layered tracks, and rich, ambient sound effects, drawing them deeper into the game’s atmospheric world. New sonic cues tied to gameplay actions, including combat, spellcasting, and morale shifts, reinforce the feel of the original game while striking a delicate balance between nostalgia and modernity, perfectly encapsulating the tone of the remake.
Alongside today’s announcement, Ubisoft revealed that Heroes of Might and Magic III Complete is now available for purchase on Steam, marking the first time the Complete version of the original classic has been released on the platform.
*Associate Ubisoft studios include Paris and Montpellier.
For the latest news on Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake and other games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.
About Ubisoft
Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service, they can access a growing catalogue of more than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2025–26 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €1.53 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.
New Gameplay Footage Shows Reimagined Superbosses from FINAL FANTASY VII, Plus the Summon Typhon and Open-World Traversal
SYDNEY (Aug. 26, 2026) – During gamescom Opening Night Live, the annual presentation that kicks off gamescom, SQUARE ENIX debuted a new trailer for FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION, the third and final entry in the epic, critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY VII Remake Series. FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION will release in Autumn 2027(ANZ) for PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch™ 2, XBOX Series X|S and PC via Steam®, Epic Games Store and XBOX on PC.
In the trailer, enormous guardians called Weapons emerge to defend a world in crisis. Making no distinction between friend and foe, the Weapons wreak catastrophic destruction upon the planet and its people. Upon desert sands, in mid-air dogfights and at the bottom of the sea, Cloud and his fellow heroes must stand against the colossal Weapons even as they toil to save the world from Sephiroth. A late-game element of the original FINAL FANTASY VII, the Weapons return in reimagined glory as standout battles in FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION, some of which appear in ultra-challenging endgame battles as an homage to their original forms.
The gamescom trailer also showcased the powerful new Summon Typhon and open-world exploration via parachute, grappling hook and Chocobo mounts, plus Cloud and Tifa in their Warrior and Black Mage FITS. New to FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION, the FITS system introduces unique outfits that bestow new abilities and greater heights of power, with specialized roles evoking classic FINAL FANTASY jobs.
In FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION, Cloud Strife and his loyal companions face a world that teeters on the brink of annihilation. Grieving a beloved ally, and with their nemesis Sephiroth nearing godhood, the party takes to the skies aboard the airship Highwind in a race against time to stop Meteor, the ultimate destructive magic, and the total obliteration of the planet. The final battle has begun. Everything leads here. FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION delivers the unforgettable, breathtaking finale to one of the most ambitious projects in video game history and the culmination of 30 years of FINAL FANTASY VII storytelling.
In the game, the entire planet is freely explorable via the Highwind airship. Players can drop in via parachute anywhere, seamlessly transitioning from air to land. With Meteor descending and the Weapons unleashing terror, the planet’s conflicts are many, and the party will need to divide and conquer. Choose where to go, who to help and in what order as the planet itself fights for survival. Make one last stand alongside a beloved cast of legendary heroes, making decisions along the journey that can impact aspects of their stories. Customize combat by switching between real-time action and Tactical Mode in the series’ acclaimed hybrid battle system, now expanded and perfected with new playable characters and powerful new abilities.
Newcomers and fans alike can catch up on the series before FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION arrives by playing the first two entries, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE and FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, out now across PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, XBOX Series X|S and PC. Players can take advantage of the Streamlined Progression feature in both titles, with options such as unlimited HP and MP, always-full ATB gauge and easier weapon ability acquisition to streamline and custom tailor the play experience. Both FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE and FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH have garnered massive critical acclaim, including several The Game Awards nominations and awards, over 140 perfect review scores and numerous Game of the Year accolades.
Players with save data from FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE and/or FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH on their console or PC will also unlock special bonuses in FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION:
FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE:
Summon Materia: Chocobo & Moogle
FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH:
Summon Materia: Phoenix
FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION will be available for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, XBOX Series X|S and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store and XBOX on PC in Autumn 2027(ANZ). For more information, visit: https://www.square-enix.com/ffvii/en-us/games/revelation/
About FINAL FANTASY VII
First released in 1997 on the PlayStation® computer entertainment system, FINAL FANTASY VII will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2027. The game is universally regarded as a landmark title of the RPG genre. The original title received high praise for its epic storyline, unique characters, and movie sequences that utilized the most cutting-edge technology of the time. Since then, the game revolving around iconic hero Cloud Strife and his pursuit of the antagonist Sephiroth has sold over 15.7 million copies worldwide and continues to receive widespread acclaim from critics and fans around the world. The popular game has expanded into spin-offs, films and merchandise.
Now, Square Enix’s FINAL FANTASY VII Remake Series, created by a team of original and new developers, retells the story of the genre-redefining RPG across three distinct games. The first game of the trilogy, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE, is available for PS4® consoles. The expanded edition, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE, and the second entry, FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, are now available for Nintendo Switch 2, XBOX Series X|S, XBOX PC, PS5® consoles and PC. FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION, the climactic conclusion of the series, will release for PS5 consoles, Nintendo Switch 2, XBOX Series X|S and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store and XBOX PC, in Spring 2027.
About Square Enix, Inc.
Ranked as the #1 Publisher of the Year in 2025 by Metacritic.
Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX and TAITO branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 212 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST, which has sold over 97 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
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Pre-order now and discover all-new routes and locos with new simplified controls, live weather, Freight Hauler Mode and more!
COLOGNE, Germany – Aug. 25, 2026 – As revealed at Gamescom’s Opening Night Live pre-show, UK-based publisher and developer Dovetail Games has announced Train Sim World 7! The newest entry in the Train Sim World franchise is on track to release on September 15, 2026, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam (including Steam Deck), with pre-orders open now for the Standard Edition ($44.99 after 10% pre-order discount), Deluxe Edition ($71.99 after discount), and Ultimate Edition ($116.99 after discount)!
Jam-packed with new routes, gameplay, controls, and long-awaited trains, Train Sim World 7 will have you going loco with all its new player-requested content, including one of the most highly anticipated locomotives in Train Sim World history, the German ICE 4. Reaching speeds of 265km/h and featuring a 105km track set between Nürnberg and Würzburg, it joins the GP49H-3, BL36PH, DB BR 440, Class 333 and 331 locomotives on a new international adventure across Bavaria, Yorkshire, and Miami. In addition, for PC players, Train Sim World 7 will benefit from an all-new “Epic” settings graphical update which brings an even greater level of visual fidelity to the franchise.
Aside from six brand-new trains to drive, there are also three brand-new routes spanning the quaint hills of Yorkshire (via the Airedale & Wharfedale Network), the low peaks of Bavaria (via the Bahnstrecke Nürnberg – Würzburg line), and the sunshine state of Miami (via the Florida Tri-Rail)! Players can also look forward to:
Heavy Lifting: Freight Hauler Mode is the new freight-focused gameplay mode where you can marshal freight to its destination free from instructions or schedules.
Come Rain or Shine: The Live Weather feature syncs your in-game weather to what’s outside your own window, bringing the immersiveness of the game to an even higher level. Driving in Miami? Experience in-game sunshine! Raining in Yorkshire? Experience the best of British weather from wherever you are in the world.
Upgrade to Epic: For PC players, the new “Epic” settings graphical update improves visual fidelity, lighting and draw distances. Expect faster load times, quicker cameras to keep up with the action, and other improved controls, including NPC guard functionality and enabled safety systems by default.
Steam Deck Ready:Train Sim World 7 will be available on Steam Deck, a first for the Train Sim World franchise. Take your journey in game to the trains on the real-life tracks!
So, Think You Can Drive a Train? Well, anyone can with the all-new Simplified Controls option, making driving a breeze! Sit back and enjoy the views as you coast along the tracks, using only your accelerator and brake.
“Train Sim World 7 is the best Train Sim World experience we’ve created yet,” said Rob O’Farrell, Dovetail Games’ Co-CEO. “It builds on everything our existing players love about the series, while making it easier than ever for new players to jump in and discover just how immersive, relaxing and rewarding the world of rail can be.”
Train Sim World 7 launches on September 15, with Early Access from September 10 for those who pre-order the Deluxe or Ultimate Editions. Pre-order the game now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam.
About Dovetail Games
RailSimulator.com Ltd was founded in 2009 and rebranded as Dovetail Games in 2013 before the studio was acquired by PulluP Entertainment in 2023. Today Dovetail Games develops and publishes exceptional rail, transport and digital tabletop video game simulations for leading PC and console platforms, as well as publishing content for other developers. For additional information, visit www.dovetailgames.com
London (August 25, 2026) Today at Gamescom Opening Night Live, Capcom unveiled a brand-new trailer for the highly anticipated Mega Man™: Dual Override. The footage features the first extended look at the action platformer and introduces all-new gameplay elements, bosses, and more!
The long-awaited twelfth mainline entry in the classic Mega Man™ series is making the leap to Nintendo Switch™ 2, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store in 2027.
Watch the Mega Man: Dual Override first gameplay trailer here on YouTube.
This trailer provides the first glimpse of new gameplay mechanics, bosses, and playable characters that will appear in Mega Man: Dual Override, including:
Proto Man Joins the Fight! – Alongside the Blue Bomber, Proto Man is returning as a playable character. The wandering warrior possesses his own unique abilities, giving players more choice in how to tackle challenges with two distinct playstyles.
Override Your Limits with a New Power-Up – The game’s new Override system allows robots to temporarily unleash power beyond their normal capabilities. However, this boost in strength comes at a cost! When Override runs out, players will experience a temporary loss in performance, so learning exactly when to activate Override and how to wield its power will be key.
Experiment with the Custom Chip System – Install Custom Chips with a brand-new personalization system! Players can enhance Mega Man and Proto Man with additional abilities to freely tailor their playstyles. Equip power-ups like rapid-fire, a protective shield bubble, hover, and more. Experiment with new chip combinations and discover strategies that are uniquely your own.
Twinkle Girl Makes a Fiery Debut – One of eight new Robot Masters, the energetic Twinkle Girl bursts into the battle, setting the stage alight with dazzling firework-themed attacks. As always, players can look forward to analysing and converting the abilities of defeated Robot Masters into powerful special weapons.
An Abounding Arsenal – Special weapons pack a punch and offer other strategic advantages. However, each use also consumes energy, so they must be used wisely. The new trailer shares a sneak peek of one of these in action, which unleashes a devastating charge attack that also doubles as an aerial dash for added mobility.
The Comeback of Classic Robot Masters? – In the trailer, a Robot Master longtime fans may recognize as Astro Man from Mega Man 8™ flew into frame! Will other classic Robot Masters return for this adventure? Stay tuned for more details!
Mega Man: Dual Override is now available to Wishlist on PlayStation Store, the Microsoft Store, and Steam. Select titles in Mega Man™ franchise are also currently on sale for a limited title, including Mega Man™ 11, the recent Mega Man Star Force™ Legacy Collection and more.
To learn more about Mega Man: Dual Override, visit the official website and for the latest updates, follow the Mega Man social accounts on Instagram, X (Twitter), and Facebook.
About Capcom
Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™ and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com or news.capcomusa.com.
Capcom, and the Capcom logo are registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. in the U.S. or other countries. Ace Attorney, Devil May Cry, Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Resident Evil and Street Fighter are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries, in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
CD PROJEKT RED is pleased to announce The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered is launching on September 29, 2026. A first look at the new expansion, Songs of the Past, was also shared at gamescom Opening Night Live.
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Songs of the Past is now available to wishlist ahead of its 2027 release. It will take players to the brand new realm of Letten — an idyllic land of rural tradition that hides a dark secret just below the surface.
Remastered — a free upgrade for existing The Witcher 3 owners on qualifying platforms — brings a slew of upgrades and enhancements to visuals, performance, gameplay, and more when it launches on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The Witcher 3 is coming to two brand new platforms. A native version of Remastered will be released on Nintendo Switch 2, and through a new partnership between CD PROJEKT RED and Blizzard Entertainment, Battle.net — both on September 29.
All owners of The Witcher 3 can now play to two acclaimed expansions — Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine — at no additional cost.
During gamescom Opening Night Live, an announcement trailer for The Witcher 3 — Remastered revealed a slew of upgrades and enhancements to visuals, performance, gameplay, and more are coming to the acclaimed role-playing game. Players can experience the entire epic adventure with upgraded visuals, enhanced combat, improved traversal and movement, new witcher signs effects, revamped mount handling, enhanced monster behaviors, a skill tree revamp, transmogrification, expanded photo mode, new finishers, and much more. Remastered will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S — plus, for the first time, a native version of the game will be released on Nintendo Switch 2, with pre-orders available now.
A teaser for Songs of the Past was also shared at gamescom Opening Night Live and revealed the brand new region of Letten. This idyllic land is rich in rural tradition and folklore, and its people enjoy a fulfilling life of bountiful harvests and lavish festivals. But a dark secret lurks just beneath the surface, and Geralt must overcome never-before-seen foes as he fights to overcome its long-dormant evil.
Songs of the Past launches in 2027 as a paid expansion for The Witcher 3 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. It is available to wishlist now across select platforms.
CD PROJEKT RED is hosting guided presentations of Songs of the Past and the Remastered upgrade throughout gamescom in Hall 8.1 of the entertainment area. For those not attending, special REDstreamspresentations will take place throughout the event and be streamed on YouTube and Twitch. Each will dive into specific areas of Songs of the Past and Remastered.
As an additional surprise for players, all current owners of The Witcher 3 will today gain access to its original two expansions — Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine — for free. Announced on stage by gamescom Opening Night Live host Geoff Keighley, players yet to experience the critically acclaimed expansions can now do so ahead of Remastered’s launch in September.
CD PROJEKT RED is also delighted to announce a partnership with Blizzard Entertainment to bring The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered and Songs of the Past to Battle.net. Those who purchase the expansion on Blizzard’s platform will unlock a special Geralt-inspired skin in Diablo 4, with further details being shared when CD PROJEKT RED attends BlizzCon in September. More information on the partnership between Blizzard and CD PROJEKT RED can be found on Beyond the Game Blog.
CD PROJEKT RED is co-developing Songs of the Past with Fool’s Theory, a studio with leadership made up of Witcher 3 veterans. Remastered is being co-developed with Yigsoft, a team with a proven track record working on The Witcher 3 already. More information about The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt can be found on its official website
About The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Songs of the Past
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Songs of the Past is an upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt from CD PROJEKT RED and Fool’s Theory. Players will once again take on the role of Geralt of Rivia and journey to the brand new region of Letten — a seemingly idyllic land that hides a dark secret beneath its peaceful surface. Equipped with new abilities and a new weapon, the chain, Geralt will face never-before-seen foes, reunite with old friends, and embark on a gripping adventure filled with difficult decisions and meaningful consequences.
About The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Remastered The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a single-player open-world role-playing game from CD PROJEKT RED. In this acclaimed dark fantasy adventure, players take on the role of Geralt of Rivia, a professional monster slayer, as he searches for his adopted daughter, Ciri. Originally released in 2015, the base game and its first two expansions, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine, are being modernized and upgraded in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered. By introducing sweeping improvements to visuals, gameplay, and performance, it offers players the most polished and immersive version of Geralt’s adventure to date, all ahead of the release of a third expansion in 2027 — Songs of the Past. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has won over 250 Game of the Year awards and sold more than 65 million copies worldwide.
About CD PROJEKT RED CD PROJEKT RED is a video game development studio founded in 2002. Its flagship titles include the futuristic role-playing game Cyberpunk 2077 and its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty, alongside The Witcher series of games including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and its expansions. CD PROJEKT RED also created the award-winning Netflix anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, set in the same universe as the game. CD PROJEKT RED is part of the CD PROJEKT RED Capital Group. CD PROJEKT RED S.A. is listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (ISIN: PLOPTTC00011).
About Fool’s Theory Fool’s Theory is a Polish video game development studio established in 2015. It is co-developing alongside CD PROJEKT RED: The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past and The Witcher Remake. Fool’s Theory is primarily known for The Thaumaturge, a periodic drama RPG set in 20th-century Warsaw with a grim atmosphere and morally ambiguous choices. Its first game was a stealth RPG, Seven: The Days Long Gone. The company honed its craft in developing rich, immersive stories while contributing to projects such as Baldur’s Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2. To stay up to date with the studio’s endeavours, you can follow it on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/dev/FoolsTheory.
PUBG: DED.NETmakes its debut as KRAFTON offers new looks at NO LAW, TARAE: The Unbound, Age Twisters, and Project ZETA on gamescom’s global opening stage
EL SEGUNDO, CALIF. – August 25, 2026 –KRAFTON, Inc. today unveiled five upcoming titles during gamescom 2026 Opening Night Live, the official opening showcase for gamescom hosted by Geoff Keighley in Cologne, Germany.
As part of the global showcase, KRAFTON debuted PUBG: DED.NET, a new title in the PUBG franchise, and shared new looks at NO LAW, TARAE: The Unbound, Age Twisters, and Project ZETA. The lineup reflects KRAFTON’s expanding slate across shooters, RPGs, co-op adventure and competitive multiplayer, while giving players an early look at several titles that will be featured throughout the company’s broader gamescom 2026 presence.
Opening Night Live took place on August 25, one day before gamescom 2026 officially opens to attendees. The annual showcase serves as one of the industry’s most visible global stages for new game reveals, trailers and updates.
PUBG: DED.NET, a new PvP FPS from PUBG STUDIOS, made its first public appearance during Opening Night Live. Set in Cascadia in 1996, a fictional region inspired by the American Pacific Northwest, the game introduces a darker new setting for the PUBG franchise built around character-driven combat, shifting match conditions and roguelite progression across multi-match runs. Players can now also register for the upcoming closed beta.
NO LAW Shows Immersive Open-World FPS RPG Gameplay
NO LAW, from Neon Giant, gave players a deeper look at its immersive open-world FPS RPG experience. Set in the cyber-noire city of Port Desire, the game follows Grey Harker, an ex-military veteran pulled back into violence after trying to leave his past behind. Players can approach encounters through stealth, hacking, sci-fi devices, vertical movement or direct first-person combat.
TARAE: The Unbound Highlights Eastern Dark Fantasy Action
TARAE: The Unbound, also made its first public appearance at ONL, introducing its world and gameplay. The game is set in an Eastern dark fantasy world, with Eastern-inspired cinematic visuals and narration from Agasa introducing the game’s world and story before transitioning into a hero confronting a great calamity. The trailer then moves into gameplay, featuring powerful abilities and high-pressure boss encounters.
Age Twisters Introduces Co-op Adventure Across Every Stage of Life
Age Twisters, from Piccolo Studio, highlighted its two-player co-op adventure built around teamwork, family and age-shifting gameplay. The game follows a grandfather and granddaughter searching for traces of her mother, with the trailer featuring their journey across Childhood, Adolescence, Adulthood and Old Age. Each stage brings different abilities into play, with scenes including combat atop a train, transforming into objects and traveling by vehicle.
Project ZETA, from NIRVANANA, showcased its third-person Multi-team Tactical Arena gameplay. The game pits four teams of three against one another as they compete to secure and deliver the Prism, the battlefield’s most valuable resource. Built around objective fights, shifting team dynamics and ability-based hero combat, Project ZETA is planned for PC and PlayStation 5 with cross-play support.
All five titles will be featured as part of KRAFTON’s broader gamescom 2026 presence, giving players and press a closer look at the company’s upcoming global lineup. For more information on KRAFTON’s gamescom 2026 titles and activities, please visit the official KRAFTON gamescom 2026 website.
Developed by 20-year veteran industry team at Genigods Lab, the hardcore action RPG reinvents ancient Chinese creation mythology for global players.
gamescom, Cologne – 25th August, 2026: Genigods Lab officially unveiled its flagship single-player hardcore action RPG Genigods: Nezha via its first global worldview trailer with gamescom Opening Night Live. Built on fully customized Unreal Engine 5 and optimized for PlayStation 5, Xbox and PC, this premium buy-to-play title is slated for a future global launch. Attendees can experience the exclusive hands-on demo at official platform booths from August 26 to 30 during gamescom 2026.
Watch the global worldview premiere trailer of Genigods: Nezhaat gamescom ONL here:
Genigods: Nezha is an original hardcore action RPG rooted in ancient Chinese genesis mythology. Players embody the Spirit Pearl, the primal life essence crafted by Goddess Nüwa, reincarnated as the legendary deity Nezha to embark on an epic primordial journey.
The game features a unique three-stage protagonist evolution: from a primitive porcelain vessel, to the first mortal human, and finally to a transcended celestial warrior. It reinterprets classic myths of Kuafu Chasing the Sun and Yi Shooting the Nine Suns, centered on the lore of the solar mother goddess, presenting a rare matriarchal perspective of Chinese creation mythology for global audiences.
“Our core goal is to showcase the epic grandeur of Chinese celestial battles to worldwide players,” said Young Lau, Producer at Genigods Lab. “In Genigods: Nezha every skill cast and every choice made reshapes the trajectory of this ancient eastern epic.”
“Premiering with gamescom ONL and global platform partners marks a vital milestone for our team,” he added. “Players will wield primal creation power, traverse freely between heaven and earth, unlock the iconic eight-armed celestial form, and rewrite the world’s fate on the primordial battlefield. This is not a story to witness, but an epic to forge with your own hands.”
Key Features:
World Premiere Solar Goddess Narrative Arc The debut worldview trailer showcases the grand Kuafu Chasing the Sun arc, reinterprets the classic Yi Shooting the Nine Suns myth, and presents the protagonist’s complete growth journey, alongside the climactic solar goddess chapter, reshaping traditional eastern creation legends with modern game design.
Unique Three-Stage Hero Growth System Based on ancient Chinese classics and the original Spirit Pearl lore of Nezha, the game builds an exclusive three-stage growth path: porcelain vessel → first mortal human → celestial ascension. As the first artifact crafted by Nüwa in creation mythology, the female-led storyline inherits the rare matriarchal core of Chinese ancient myths, enriching the diversity of eastern hero narratives on global console and PC platforms.
Industry-First Ground-Air Dual Stance Celestial Combat Breaking the ground-only combat limitation of traditional ARPGs, the game adopts an original dual-stance combat system tailored for Chinese mythic battles. Players switch seamlessly between terrestrial melee and full 3D free aerial combat, restoring the iconic scene of celestial gods fighting across heaven and earth and delivering exclusive eastern divine combat experience.
Cyber-Sinified Artifact System & Eight-Armed Warrior Form The game faithfully restores classic Nezha artifacts including the Fire-Tipped Spear, Wind-Fire Wheels and Golden Brick, forming a complete artifact collection and transformation system. Equipping full sets of exclusive artifacts unlocks the iconic eight-armed battle form, integrating traditional Chinese myth aesthetics with futuristic cyber styles to create a globally recognizable eastern divine hero image.
Cinematic Fluid Simulation Co-Developed with Nezha Animation Team In deep collaboration with the core production team of the blockbuster animation Ne Zha/Ne Zha2, the studio brings theatrical-level real-time fluid simulation technology to Unreal Engine 5, achieving photorealistic rendering of fire, water, clouds and cosmic phenomena, elevating in-game battles and cutscenes to feature-film visual quality.
Epic Giant Divine Boss Battles Powered by optimized Unreal Engine 5 rendering, the game features exclusive giant ancient god boss battles unique to Chinese mythology. Players battle colossal mythic creatures across terrestrial and celestial spaces, restoring the grand scale of primordial wilderness and creating an eastern epic combat experience distinct from western fantasy works.
Self-Developed Exclusive Mythic Artifact Asset Library The team independently built a full set of original Chinese myth artifact assets, combining traditional cultural heritage with futuristic cyber design. The exclusive asset system supports character growth and strategic combat iteration, delivering unique myth collection and battle immersion for players.
Customized AAA Self-Developed Technical Architecture Based on deeply customized Unreal Engine 5, the architecture integrates cinematic fluid simulation, day-night cycle and dynamic weather systems. Empowered by real-time cinematic fluid effects, Motion Marching 2.0 and ML Deformer technologies, it supports seamless ground-air dual-stance combat and full-domain dynamic elemental effects, balancing top-tier visual fidelity and smooth AAA-grade combat performance.
During gamescom 2026, official platform booths feature exclusive playable demos, including giant boss encounters and featured artifact combat gameplay, fully demonstrating the game’s optimized performance and high-end visuals on next-gen consoles.
Genigods Lab is an innovative game tech studio based in Hong Kong, staffed by industry veterans with over 20 years of cross-platform development experience. Focusing on innovative adaptation of traditional Chinese mythological IP, the studio specializes in differentiated gameplay design and independent technical research, committed to crafting high-quality original Chinese AAA games. Its flagship title Genigods: Nezha is in active development for PC and next-gen console platforms.
The classic dinosaur-hunting franchise returns on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2027
COLOGNE, Germany – Aug. 25, 2026 – During Gamescom’s Opening Night Live showcase, Saber Interactive, in collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences, revealed the new story trailer for Turok: Origins, the fast-paced sci-fi shooter launching in Spring 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2. Journey to the perilous Lost Lands, where the Order of the Turok must fight to save humanity against the impending threat of the Xenia. Now fans can check out the extended cut of the Opening Night Live trailer for an even closer look at mankind’s desperate battle against vicious enemies across the cosmos.
Turok: Origins is the modern evolution of the classic dinosaur-hunting game series. Players will take on the mantle of the mystical Order of the Turok, heroic guardians of unimaginable power locked in a war for survival against ferocious dinosaurs and a terrifying alien threat that seeks to destroy all human life in the galaxy. Unleash devastating attacks on enemies with powerful weapons and abilities in both first-person and third-person action. Embark on a high-stakes adventure across the treacherously beautiful Lost Lands, solo or together with friends, and unravel the mysteries that hold the key to saving humanity.
Key Game Features
Hunt Alone or Together: Take on the adventure solo or team up with friends in online co-op to save humanity from extinction.
Battle Dinosaurs, Aliens & Bosses: Face ferocious dinosaurs, deadly alien forces, and massive boss encounters that will test players’ skill, strategy, and teamwork.
Wield a Powerful Arsenal: Unlock and upgrade an arsenal of futuristic weapons, from plasma rifles and sniper weapons to bows, shotguns, and experimental alien technology.
Harness Turok Powers: Collect Echoes and unlock powerful abilities to customize combat style, enhance strengths, and gain the upper hand in battle.
Explore the Lost Lands: Journey across breathtaking worlds filled with ancient ruins, dense jungles, alien landscapes, and hidden secrets to uncover the mysteries of the Lost Lands.
Turok is a legendary dinosaur-hunting game franchise that began in 1997 with Turok: Dinosaur Hunter, based on the comic book character of the same name. The game spun off multiple sequels, including Turok 2: Seeds of Evil and Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion, both of which have been recently remastered by Nightdive Studios. Turok: Origins, developed and published by Saber Interactive,will revive the legendary action and spirit of the franchise while bringing it forward into the modern era of gaming with a completely new look, story, and gameplay.
About Saber Interactive
Saber Interactive is a worldwide publisher and developer consisting of 15 studios in the Americas and Europe. Creating games for all major platforms based on original and licensed IPs, Saber’s titles include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, Jurassic Park: Survival, World War Z, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, MudRunner, and SnowRunner. Founded in 2001, Saber is known for two decades of development partnerships with leading developers and publishers, including producing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for Nintendo Switch, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Crysis Remastered, and many others. Learn more at https://saber.games.
About Universal Products & Experiences
Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E) globally drives the expansion and elevation of NBCUniversal’s iconic collection of brands, intellectual properties, characters, and stories based on the company’s extensive portfolio of properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation and NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. The division executes this through innovative physical and digital products, as well as engaging retail and product experiences across our expansive global theme park destinations (for both owned and third-party IP), location-based venues, e-commerce product platforms, and retailers around the world. Along with global brand strategy and creative, UP&E’s lines of business include Consumer Products and Games, along with Theme Parks Products & Retail. UP&E is a division of Universal Destinations & Experiences, part of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. More information is available at universalproductsexperiences.com.
