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Borderlands: Dead ECHOs makes the world of Borderlands 4 feel more alive

Jul 20, 2026, 11:40 PM Cleonidas Gaming News

The first episode of Borderlands: Dead ECHOs has arrived, expanding the Borderlands universe with a fresh perspective that makes Borderlands 4 more immersive.

Several months after Gearbox first announced the project, the first episode of Borderlands: Dead ECHOs has officially arrived. As the franchise's first-ever audio drama, the series serves as an official expansion of the Borderlands universe. Instead of following another Vault Hunt or introducing a new Vault Hunter, Gearbox takes a different approach by telling smaller, character-driven stories that unfold behind Pandora's chaotic landscape, giving players a deeper look at the world of Borderlands 4....

Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon: Major new updates have just been revealed

Jul 20, 2026, 9:58 PM Cleonidas Gaming News Updates & Patches

Awaken Realms has unveiled Free DLC, Patch 1.25, its biggest sale yet, and plenty of other exciting updates for Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon.

Whether you've been a longtime fan, have been following the game, or simply needed a reason to finally start your journey in Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon, now might be the perfect time. Awaken Realms has just shared a wave of exciting news with the community, officially releasing Free DLC Bonus Content #4, Patch 1.25, and several other updates for the game. This is much more than just another patch or free DLC release. The developer's latest Steam post serves...

The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is here, but does it live up to expectations?

Jul 16, 2026, 11:40 PM Cleonidas Gaming News

The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu has launched. Early impressions praise its unique take on co-op horror, despite a few technical issues that still need polishing.

After months of building anticipation with its Madness mechanic and eerie Lovecraftian atmosphere, The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu has finally arrived on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Within hours of launch, ACE Team's latest title had already become a major talking point among co-op horror fans, with players discussing everything from its standout ideas to the technical issues that surfaced during their first expeditions. Perhaps the most interesting takeaway from launch isn't the story or even the monsters themselves....

Halo: Campaign Evolved reveals the artistic vision behind the remake

Jul 16, 2026, 9:53 PM Cleonidas Gaming News

Halo Studios reveals the artistic philosophy, design approach, and creative process behind balancing Halo's legacy with modern technology.

Halo Studios has published a behind-the-scenes interview with Art Directors Chris Matthews and Donnie Taylor, offering fresh insights into the development of Halo: Campaign Evolved. If our previous article focused on the game's transition to Unreal Engine 5, this latest feature takes a deeper dive into the studio's design philosophy, artistic direction, and overall approach to remaking one of the most iconic titles in Xbox history....

The Outlast Trials: Project Boneyard, Power, Fear, and Obedience

Jul 14, 2026, 10:59 PM Cleonidas Gaming News

Project Boneyard expands The Outlast Trials with Prison Farm, new Trials, and gameplay shaped by power, punishment, and humanity's gradual corruption.

Since its release, The Outlast Trials has continued to expand the world of Murkoff through a series of experiments, each built around a distinct theme. Season 7: project boneyard follows that same philosophy but shifts its focus to a darker aspect of Murkoff's methods—how power and punishment become tools for absolute control. From the introduction of Prison Farm and its new Trials to the gameplay systems added throughout the update, every major addition reinforces that central idea. Rather than existing...

Ascend to ZERO launches today, what sets it apart from countless roguelikes?

Jul 13, 2026, 7:41 PM Cleonidas Gaming News Gameplay

Ascend to ZERO officially launches today, concluding months of public demos with a time-based gameplay system refined through extensive player feedbacks.

Ascend to ZERO officially launches today (July 13), marking the release of Flyway Games' latest project after months of public testing. Rather than following a familiar action formula, the studio has built the entire experience around a single concept that connects both its narrative and gameplay: turning time into the defining factor behind every decision the player makes....

Angels Fall First concludes 10 years of Early Access with version 1.0

Jul 13, 2026, 11:06 AM Cleonidas Gaming News Updates & Patches

Angels Fall First has officially left Early Access after 10 years, marking its 1.0 launch with a tribute to the community and a handful of new additions.

After spending a decade in Steam Early Access, Angels Fall First has officially launched version 1.0. For many games, reaching 1.0 usually means introducing a wealth of new features or delivering a major gameplay overhaul. However, Angels Fall First takes a different approach. Rather than reinventing the experience, this milestone represents the culmination of a long development journey while serving as a heartfelt thank-you from Strangely Interactive to the community that has supported the project since its earliest days....

A New Weapon Makes DOOM: The Dark Ages – Revelations Even More Compelling

Jul 10, 2026, 10:31 AM Cleonidas Gaming News Gameplay

Chain Spear is the centerpiece of DOOM: The Dark Ages – Revelations, transforming combat flow and reshaping the overall gameplay experience.

DOOM: The Dark Ages – Revelations has officially launched with plenty of new content, but the expansion's true highlight is Chain Spear—a new gameplay mechanic that Bethesda and id Software heavily showcased throughout its marketing campaign. Following the DLC's release, critics have largely agreed that Chain Spear is the feature that most significantly changes the pace of combat and the overall experience of DOOM: The Dark Ages. ...

Bandai Namco clarifies the difficulty system in Echoes of Aincrad

Jul 9, 2026, 6:23 PM Cleonidas Gaming News Gameplay

Bandai Namco has detailed the four difficulty settings in Echoes of Aincrad, while clarifying that Death Game Mode is a separate gameplay mechanic.

When Death Game Mode was first revealed, many players naturally assumed it was simply another Hardcore Mode similar to those found in other RPGs. However, Bandai Namco's latest overview of the game's difficulty settings paints a much more interesting picture. Rather than being a standalone difficulty level, Death Game Mode is designed as an independent gameplay mechanic that can be combined with different difficulty settings, giving players more ways to experience the world of Aincrad than many initially expected....

Planet Zoo 2 reveals first gameplay with exciting new management mechanics

Jul 9, 2026, 12:45 PM Cleonidas Gaming News Gameplay

The first gameplay trailer for Planet Zoo 2 offers an overview of new Habitats, Aquarium, Aviary, and the sequel's stronger focus on wildlife conservation.

Since Planet Zoo 2 was officially announced, Frontier Developments has steadily shared new details about the game through interviews with various gaming media outlets. While those conversations offered valuable insight into the sequel's ambitions, it is only with the release of the first gameplay trailer that players can truly see how those ideas come together in practice. Although the video stops short of diving deep into every mechanic, it clearly highlights Frontier's direction: expanding the zoo management experience across a...

Echoes of Aincrad unveils Death Game Mode ahead of launch

Jul 7, 2026, 6:05 PM Cleonidas Gaming News Gameplay

Bandai Namco has released a trailer showcasing Echoes of Aincrad's Death Game Mode, a permadeath experience that will launch alongside the game on July 10.

With only a few days remaining before Echoes of Aincrad launches, Bandai Namco has released a brand-new trailer dedicated to Death Game Mode—a gameplay option designed to recreate the iconic "Death Game" concept from Sword Art Online. According to the publisher, the mode will be available when the game launches on July 10, 2026, for PC (Steam) and worldwide, while the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions will arrive on July 9 in selected regions....

Attack on Titan 3 reveals a wealth of new details in latest Gameplay Presentation

Jul 7, 2026, 12:18 PM Cleonidas Gaming News Gameplay

The Gameplay Presentation for A.O.T.3 has unveiled extensive new details about the story, gameplay systems, and upcoming features ahead of Winter 2026 launch.

Following its reveal at Summer Game Fest 2026, Koei Tecmo hosted a nearly 45-minute Gameplay Presentation to offer a closer look at Attack on Titan 3. The entire broadcast was presented in Japanese and featured members of the development team alongside the game's voice cast, making it difficult for many international fans to follow from start to finish. If you haven't had the chance to watch the presentation, this article summarizes the most important information officially confirmed by Koei Tecmo,...

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2: What Does the Final DLC Have to Offer?

Jul 6, 2026, 8:42 PM Cleonidas Gaming News

Future Saga Chapter 4 concludes nearly a decade of Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 with the final chapter of its story and a wealth of new content.

Few Dragon Ball games have managed to sustain their momentum for nearly a decade after launch. Released in 2016, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 has continued to evolve through a steady stream of DLC and updates, becoming one of Bandai Namco's longest-supported titles. That makes Future Saga Chapter 4, launching on July 8, far more than another expansion—it serves as the milestone that brings the entire Future Saga to its conclusion....

DOOM: The Dark Ages – Revelations reveals more ahead of July 7 launch

Jul 2, 2026, 3:35 PM Cleonidas Gaming News

Bethesda and ID Software reveal new details for DOOM: The Dark Ages – Revelations, including a new campaign, the Chain Spear and more.

With only a few days left before launch, Bethesda and id Software have unveiled more details about DOOM: The Dark Ages – Revelations, the game's first major expansion. Rather than simply adding a handful of extra missions, Revelations is shaping up to be a substantial new chapter for the Slayer, introducing fresh combat mechanics while expanding the experience beyond the main campaign. If you've been considering returning to DOOM: The Dark Ages, this could be its most significant content update since...

Guilty Gear -Strive- Ver. 2.02 launches with Robo-Ky and major new updates

Jul 2, 2026, 1:01 PM Cleonidas Gaming News Updates & Patches

Arc System Works has released Ver. 2.02 for Guilty Gear -Strive, introducing Robo-Ky, Battle Version 5.02, new gameplay features, and a lot of improvements.

Following the announcement of Season Pass 5, Guilty Gear -Strive- players have been eager to see how Arc System Works would kick off the game's next wave of post-launch content. That wait is now over, as Ver. 2.02 officially arrives with Robo-Ky leading the charge alongside a substantial collection of gameplay adjustments, new features, and quality-of-life improvements, reinforcing the developer's ongoing commitment to supporting its flagship fighting game....

Terraria 1.4.5.7 Will Be the Biggest Hotfix in this Game's History

Jun 27, 2026, 7:35 AM Cleonidas Gaming News Updates & Patches

Terraria's biggest hotfix ever will rebalance Yo-yos, advance Crossplay development, and confirm the game will continue receiving updates beyond version 1.4.6.

After more than a decade of continuous development and surpassing 70 million copies sold worldwide, Terraria continues to stand as one of the gaming industry's longest-running and most enduring sandbox titles. In its latest State of the Game update, Re-Logic unveiled a massive new hotfix while also offering a clearer look at the game's long-term future....

After One Week, What Has The Adventures of Elliot Revealed?

Jun 26, 2026, 5:12 AM Cleonidas Gaming News

After more than a week, The Adventures of Elliot is shaping its identity as a new IP while showcasing Team Asano's next step in evolving HD-2D.

More than a week after its official release, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales has had enough time for both critics and players to complete their first journey and offer more grounded impressions. As a brand-new IP from Square Enix and Team Asano, the game inevitably came with high expectations, especially as it marks the studio’s first attempt at bringing its signature HD-2D visual style into the Action RPG genre. While opinions remain somewhat mixed in certain areas, the...

Diablo IV: Takes a Deep Dive Into Season of Death Awakening

Jun 24, 2026, 10:00 AM Cleonidas Gaming News Gameplay

Diablo IV Season 14 introduces the Ulosar Death Cult, Pandemonium Ruptures, Corrupted Reaper, and a major overhaul of Mythic Uniques.

Blizzard recently hosted its latest Developer Livestream to provide a detailed breakdown of Season 14: Season of Death Awakening for Diablo IV. Launching on June 30, the new season will introduce a fresh story chapter, brand-new endgame activities, and significant changes to the Mythic Unique system. Alongside the usual seasonal content, Blizzard is also expanding the endgame experience with several highly requested features, including Leaderboards, Solo Self-Found, and the official release of The Tower....

ILL unveils new details on its ambition to build a cinematic horror experience

Jun 23, 2026, 7:21 PM Cleonidas Gaming News

Following State of Play, ILL reveals new details via GamesRadar interview, covering creature design and its cinematic horror direction.

After its notable appearance at State of Play earlier this month, ILL has remained firmly in the spotlight within the horror game community. Its unsettling body horror visuals, grounded physics, and oppressive atmosphere have already helped Clout Games’ project carve out a distinct identity of its own. More recently, in an interview with GamesRadar, creative director Max Verehin offered additional insight into the game’s development direction, while also addressing several points that have sparked discussion since the trailer dropped....

A Few Thoughts on Deer & Boy Before Its Journey Officially Begins

Jun 22, 2026, 9:06 PM Cleonidas Gaming News

Deer & Boy is about to launch on PC and consoles, bringing a wordless journey between a boy and a deer through a deeply emotional world.

Only a few hours remain before Deer & Boy officially launches. While it may not be one of the most talked-about titles on the market, the project from Lifeline Game Studio has still managed to quietly draw attention from players who enjoy emotionally driven adventure experiences. In a market filled with large-scale battles, vast worlds that take hundreds of hours to explore, and a constant stream of AAA releases, this game takes a very different direction: telling a small, gentle,...

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