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Cold Symmetry Shows Off New Mortal Shell II Gameplay | The Outerhaven

Cold Symmetry, the developer behind Mortal Shell and the upcoming Mortal Shell II, has shown off some gameplay footage of its unapologetic Soulslike title. This is the first time we’ve gotten to see it in action, and there’s a lot to be excited about, especially if you played the first game. Check out the gameplay footage for yourself. In addition to the gameplay, Cold Symmetry will be hosting an open beta, PC only, for Mortal Shell II, and to participate, all you have to do is head over to the...

Crimson Desert Hits 4 Million Copies Sold Just One Week After Passing 3 Million | The Outerhaven

It was just seven days ago that we reported Crimson Desert had surpassed 3 million copies sold, and now the game is back in the headlines after hitting the 4 million mark. This latest milestone was shared directly via the game’s official Twitter account. CrimsonDesert has sold through 4 million copies worldwide. Thank you to all the Greymanes who have been a part of this journey with us and for all of your incredible love and support. It’s great to see the game getting so much love, especially c...

Housemarque’s Saros Goes Gold Ahead of April Launch | The Outerhaven

If you’ve been looking forward to Housemarque’s upcoming title, Saros, well you in luck as the game has gone gold. The news was shared via the studio’s official social media account, confirming that development is complete and the game is ready for release. Recently, Sony Interactive Entertainment invited a number of influencers, content creators, and journalists to get some hands-on time with Saros. So far, the reception has been overwhelmingly positive, with early impressions praising the gam...

Spectator Mode Podcast Ep. 215 – Epic Games Drama, PS5 Price Problems & Xbox Shifts Strategy | The Outerhaven

In Episode 215 of Spectator Mode Podcast, we get into a rough week for the gaming industry, starting with Epic Games and how former employees were handled, and why that situation doesn’t sit right. We also break down the recent PS5 price changes and why this trend could be bad news for gamers long-term, along with Xbox quietly backing away from its “Everything is an Xbox” push. On top of that, we cover the latest Xbox Partner Preview, Matt’s experience at PAX East 2026, and what we’ve been playi...

Capcom’s 3rd Person Puzzle Shooter Pragmata Has Gone Gold | The Outerhaven

After years of anticipation, delays, and plenty of curiosity surrounding its unique gameplay, Pragmata has officially hit a major milestone. This update comes directly from Capcom’s official development team account, which confirmed that the upcoming third-person shooter with puzzle elements has gone gold. The announcement was shared via Capcom’s Dev 1 account on X (https://x.com/dev1_official), where the team expressed both gratitude and excitement as the project reaches completion. “Pragmata h...

Eidos-Montreal Hit With More Layoffs, Studio Head Also Departing | The Outerhaven

You know, we’ve covered a number of game companies either laying off employees or seemingly dropping off the face of the earth, and sadly, today is another one of those days. Over on Linkedin, Eidos-Montreal has announced a reduction in its workforce, impacting 124 employees across both production and support teams. Alongside this news, Head of Studio David Anfossi will also be departing the company after several years in the role. According to the studio, the layoffs are the result of “changing...

Hands-on With NIS America’s Disgaea Mayhem Action RPG At PAX East 2026 | The Outerhaven

During PAX East 2026, we made our way to the NIS America booth and were able to get some hands-on time with its upcoming title, Disgaea Mayhem. While fans of the long-running series are used to its deep, turn-based tactical RPG gameplay, this entry takes things in a very different direction. Instead of sticking to its roots, Disgaea Mayhem reimagines the formula as an action RPG, bringing familiar characters into a faster-paced, more direct combat experience. It’s definitely a noticeable shift f...

Crimson Desert Patch 1.01 Drops With a Massive List of Fixes and Improvements | The Outerhaven

Pearl Abyss has delivered its first major update for Crimson Desert that has more than a few changes and Quality-of-life updates., with Patch 1.01. Ever since Crimson Desert was resealed (Why do I keep wanting to type Crimson Dawn?), Pearl Abyss has been pumping out constant updates to bring the game closer to its vision. Yes, just like what happened to Cyberpunk 2077, I heard you thinking it. But regardless, it’s good to see them doing this, and this update has more than a few changes, includin...

Bluey: Happy Snaps Has No Business Being on My Must-Buy List, Yet Here We Are | The Outerhaven

We saw a bunch of great games during the recent Xbox Partner Showcase, several of them that I’ve been looking forward to, and some that I didn’t know about that I really want to play. One of them being Bluey: Happy Snaps. No, I’m being quite serious. Ever since my daughter turned me on to the Bluey cartoon, I’ve been hooked. There’s just something about the show that checks all the boxes for me. An adorable cast, a family dynamic, a loving mom, but more than anything, a cool-as-heck father, tha...

GameStop Is Raising PS5 Trade-In Values To Combat Sony’s Price Hike | The Outerhaven

Look, we all read or saw the news about Sony raising the price of the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro and even the PlayStation Portal, and none of us are happy about it. Especially if you wanted to snag any of these without spending an arm and a leg. Well, GameStop, a company I’ve expressed my frustrations about on multiple occasions, wants to step in and become a hero, as it has announced it will be raising the prices of its notoriously terrible trade-in values as a way to combat Sony’s greed....

PlayStation Announces Price Increase for PS5, PS5 Pro, and PS Portal Starting April 2, 2026 | The Outerhaven

Well, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, and it’s not like we called this happening (but we totally did, and were told we were wrong), but Sony has officially announced that it will be raising the prices of its PlayStation 5 lineup, including the PS5, PS5 Pro, and PS Portal, starting April 2, 2026. According to Sony, the price adjustments are due to what it calls “continued pressures in the global economic landscape,” which has been a recurring theme across the gaming and tech industries latel...

New EXODUS Gameplay Video Shows Off Some Pretty Intense Combat | The Outerhaven

Archetype Entertainment has released another new look at its upcoming sci-fi action RPG, EXODUS, continuing its rollout of gameplay clips ahead of a more in-depth reveal later this year. In the latest video, despite it being short, is packed with action as Jun Aslan, Tom, and Elise explore the corridors of Khonsu before triggering ancient Celestial defenses. The encounter quickly shifts into combat, giving players another glimpse at how the game blends exploration with high-stakes action. The c...

Augment Anthem Is a Debut Metroidvania From First-Time Developer László Worth Paying Attention To | The Outerhaven

Here at The Outerhaven, we’re always happy to spread the word about indie titles. They’re often some of the most creative and passionate projects in the industry, and they absolutely deserve more love. Case in point: Augment Anthem, an upcoming Metroidvania title from indie studio, Project Ego. Developed by first-time developer László, Augment Anthem is a retro pixel-art sci-fi Metroidvania set to launch on May 15th. If you haven’t heard of it, that’s because this is László’s debut title, which...

Lepro TB1 AI Smart Table Lamp Review | The Outerhaven

While RGB lighting has been a staple in the consumer space for quite some time, the question over the past few years has been what else can be done with this to make it even more immersive and impactful. Then, of course, we started seeing the rise of home assistants and AI, so it only made sense that we’d start to see companies incorporate AI into lighting, and that’s what we have with the Lepro TB1 AI Smart Table Lamp. While the Lepro TB1 AI Smart Table Lamp looks like some funky space-aged li...

Star Fox Hero Fox McCloud Joins The Super Mario Galaxy Movie | The Outerhaven

When the final trailer for Super Mario Galaxy Movie was revealed, several people noticed that a certain character was hidden off-screen, with just his arm showing. That character was Fox McCloud from Star Fox. While others dismissed it as being a coincidence, Nintendo has confirmed that the character is indeed in the upcoming movie by posting his own poster for the movie over on the official Instagram account for the movie, with the message “Let’s rock and roll! Fox McCloud joins The Super Mario...

Hades II Heads to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S Next Month | The Outerhaven

While Hades II has been available on PC for quite some time, things have been a bit different over in console land. The game was previously a timed exclusive console release for the Nintendo Switch 2 when it launched on September 25, 2025. However, that exclusivity is coming to an end. As of April 14, 2026, Hades II will officially release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, finally bringing the highly anticipated sequel to a wider console audience. This release will also include all patches...

Every Dark Souls 3 Boss Weakness (Complete Guide with Best Builds) | The Outerhaven

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on March 20th, 2016, and has been republished with updates for the 10th anniversary of Dark Souls 3. FromSoftware doesn’t make easy games, and Dark Souls 3 is proof of that. Every boss is designed to push you, punish mistakes, and make you question your build more than once. The good news is that every boss also has a weakness, and once you know it, the fight becomes a lot more manageable. After multiple playthroughs and helping other players...

Forza Horizon 6 PC Requirements Revealed Ahead of May Release Date | The Outerhaven

Recently, Playground Games has released the official PC requirements for its upcoming open-world racing title, Forza Horizon 6. This is easily one of the most anticipated entries in the series, especially as it takes the Horizon Festival to Japan. From neon-lit city streets to iconic countryside roads, and of course, plenty of opportunities for drifting, the setting alone has fans excited for what’s next. However, with PC hardware prices still fluctuating and availability not always guaranteed,...

Lords of the Fallen II Shows Off Umbral in Latest Lifting the Veil Episode | The Outerhaven

CI Games has released the ninth episode of its “Lifting the Veil” developer roundtable series, and this one is all about Umbral, the dark alternate dimension that serves as one of Lords of the Fallen II‘s defining features. Clocking in at 37 minutes, the episode features Chief Creative Officer Ryan Hill, Game Director James Lowe, Lead Systems Designer Daniel Regan, and Producer Alex Harkin discussing what the team is calling “Umbral 2.0,” a significant overhaul of the dual-realm mechanic from th...

Nintendo Is Changing Game Pricing, But Not in the Way You Think | The Outerhaven

Nintendo has revealed a notable shift in how it will price its upcoming games, starting with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. It’s also worth noting that this perspective comes from a North American market, where pricing has remained relatively stable. In other parts of the world, where higher game prices and regional differences are far more common, this shift may not feel nearly as groundbreaking. Beginning in May 2026, and starting with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, new Nintendo-published digi...
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