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Sacha Loric

Sacha Loric

Sacha is a full-time writer and tabletop/video gamer who belatedly realized he can combine those two passions as a game designer and commentator. He has since successfully converted play to work and work to play.

Bloober Team teases New Layers of Fear game
Jun 9, 2022, 4:19 PM Sacha Loric News
The developers of The Medium have teased a spooky portrait to signal what their next project will be.
Prepare to be disturbed—again. Developers The Bloober Team has confirmed through a teaser image and tweet that a new Layers of Fear game is in the works.  All this is happening as rumors continue to swirl of The Bloober Team working on a big title. This could be it, but then again, we’ve previously reported a rumor that a Silent Hill 2 remake is in the works. After working on The Medium, The...
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The Callisto Protocol looks like a heart attack waiting to happen
Jun 3, 2022, 4:45 PM Sacha Loric News
The survival horror game now has a release date and some scary good new footage.
The Callisto Protocol has finally received a release date—Developer Striking Distance Studios has announced that the Dead Space-inspired game will release on December 2, 2022, for the PS4, PS5, Xbox, and PC. Information and footage have been scarce since the game was announced in 2020, so it’s great to have a new trailer to view in all its gory glory:  ...
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Horror game The Chant to release only on next-gen consoles and PC
Jun 2, 2022, 1:50 PM Sacha Loric News
Like Gotham Knights, Brass Token's cosmic horror game seems to be for next-gen consoles only, at least for now.
Announced way back in E3 2021, The Chant is best described by developer Brass Token and publisher Prime Matter as a “psychedelic action horror” game. It explores cosmic horror and spirituality gone horribly wrong, as shown in this teaser trailer:      The Chant takes place on a remote island controlled by some form of cult....
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Darkest Dungeon 2 coming in February 2023
Jun 1, 2022, 3:42 PM Sacha Loric News
The long-awaited sequel to one of the grimmest RPGs out there is coming early next year.
Good news for fans of grimdark RPGs—developer Red Hook team has announced that they have set the month of February 2023 as Darkest Dungeon 2 release window for Epic Games Store and Steam. Console versions will follow after this window.      Darkest Dungeon 2 has been out on early access since...
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Bioshock: The Collection is free on Epic Games Store
May 27, 2022, 3:49 PM Sacha Loric Free Games
The entire remastered Bioshock Saga, along with their DLCs, is yours for free until June 2.
The entire saga of the acclaimed Bioshock series is now available for free via the Epic Games Store. You can get, download, and install Bioshock: The Collection on PC through the Epic Games launcher and own it for life. The collection is free only until June 2, so better get it by then.      Included...
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What’s inside MS Flight Simulator’s free Top Gun update
May 26, 2022, 5:49 PM Sacha Loric
Launching in sync with the movie, the Top Gun update will feature new missions, a new aircraft, and iconic pilot livery.
We’ve previously reported that Microsoft Flight Simulator has a free update featuring a Top Gun-themed expansion. Well, strap yourself in—after months of delay, the update is finally here, timed to release alongside the Tom Cruise movie.     Developed by Asobo, this update is available today for the PC and Xbox...
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Sea of Thieves' latest Adventure is a fight for land
May 24, 2022, 1:46 PM Sacha Loric News
Starting this Thursday, pirates can fight for the fate of Golden Sands, an abandoned island fort.
Just as the sixth season is coming to a close, a new Adventure awaits Sea of Thieves players. Launching on May 26, Lost Sands is the fourth monthly narrative episode of Sea of Thieves, and this time, the outcome will change the map of the game forever. Lost Sands takes place in Golden Sands, an island outpost that has figured prominently in the game’s last story arc ever since it began in January.    ...
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Gloomhaven console versions coming next year
May 23, 2022, 4:26 PM Sacha Loric News
Console versions of the popular fantasy board game are coming out in 2023, though which consoles specifically is still unclear.
The digital version of the critically-acclaimed fantasy board game Gloomhaven is coming to consoles in 2023. The announcement was made through a teaser trailer, shown here.      The console version will be a collaboration between the original publisher of the PC version, Asmosdee Digital, and Saber Interactive. Saber Interactive has previously ported games such as Halo...
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Death Stranding sequel underway, says Norman Reedus
May 22, 2022, 3:16 PM Sacha Loric News
During an interview, the Hollywood actor revealed that they have recently started making part 2.
It’s highly unusual, but Hollywood actor Norman Reedus has stated that a sequel to Death Stranding is under development.  During an interview with Leo, Reedus was discussing the game and outright said, “We just started the second one.” Reedus plays the protagonist, Sam Porter Bridges, in the original, opposite fellow actor Mads Mikkelsen.  ...
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Sea of Thieves introduces Mysteries
May 20, 2022, 3:17 PM Sacha Loric News
Sea of Thieves introduces new content in the form of a mystery that runs parallel to its Adventures.
Sea of Thieves is trying something new with their fantastical pirate world: a murder mystery. That's right—Mysteries is a new type of content by developer Rare to make the world "richer and more alive than ever before." Instead of simply seeking plunder and fighting other buccaneers, pirates will attempt to solve a mystery as a community. Check out the trailer here:  ...
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Greedfall 2 - The Dying World coming in 2024
May 19, 2022, 5:03 PM Sacha Loric News
It might take a while, but we can look forward to a prequel to the 2019 RPG hit Greedfall.
Publisher Nacon has a pleasant surprise for fans of the 2019 cult RPG hit Greedfall. Greedfall 2 - The Dying World is coming in 2024. You can see the announcement trailer here:     Developed by Spiders, Greedfall 2 - The Dying World is a prequel set three years before the events of Greedfall. You play...
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Total War: Warhammer 3’s latest update brings free units and fixes
May 18, 2022, 5:19 PM Sacha Loric News
Total War: Warhammer 3's latest patch includes free mounts, mercenaries, and various improvements.
Total War: Warhammer 3 is on the warpath with its latest update, version 1.2. This patch provides various improvements, rebalancing, and some cool new units for free. Check out the launch trailer below.     Here is a rundown of the various changes to the game: Firstly, there is now an uptick in AI aggressiveness. Enemy armies...
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Silent Hill 2 remake reportedly in the works
May 17, 2022, 2:15 PM Sacha Loric News
At least three Silent Hill games are in the works, though details about their developers and content are still unclear.
Konami has not touched the Silent Hill franchise in a decade, so it’s a welcome thing to suddenly have news to talk about. Influencers and insiders have shared that apart from a new Silent Hill game currently in development, Konami is developing a remake of the horror masterpiece, Silent Hill 2.     Silent Hill 2...
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New Silent Hill game rumored after images leaked
May 16, 2022, 1:14 PM Sacha Loric News
After 10 years of silence, a new entry in the horror series that terrified the world is on the horizon.
Despite the lack of news these past few years, Silent Hill remains a legendary series among horror fans, and many are eager to see its return. So when a slew of news regarding Silent Hill concept art was leaked online, and subsequently taken down by a DMCA strike, it set the fanbase abuzz with excitement.  The first bit of news comes from AestheticGamer aka Dusk Golem, who is well-known for sharing accurate information on games such...
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Gotham Knights reveals Nightwing and Red Hood gameplay
May 13, 2022, 3:59 PM Sacha Loric News
Two of Batman's proteges display their combat skills and traversal abilities in this new gameplay video.
Gotham Knights is launching in October, so there’s currently a slew of news to discuss. Firstly, Warner Brothers Montreal revealed a gameplay video for two members of the cast: Nightwing and Red Hood.     As you can see from the video, each character has their own approach to combat. Nightwing, aka Dick Grayson, uses escrima...
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EA just teased 4 new games for 2023 including a “major IP”
May 12, 2022, 6:03 PM Sacha Loric News
EA has confirmed that it has four games planned for the coming year, but it has not revealed their names.
During their posting for the Q4 FY 2022 earnings, EA has declared four planned games for the coming year. They have not named these games, other than stating they are “a major IP, a partner title, a remake, and a sports title.” Given that these games are due for the last quarter of this financial year, we’re looking at a release anywhere from January 1 to April 1, which is not too long a wait given we don’t even know...
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The Division 2 reveals new season
May 11, 2022, 1:21 PM Sacha Loric News
The ninth Season, Hidden Alliance, arrives tomorrow, May 12, and introduces a formidable new villain.
It’s been a while since we’ve heard anything new from Tom Clancy’s The Division 2, but lo and behold, here comes Season 9: Hidden Alliance. The new season will launch tomorrow, May 12. For good measure, they've also released a trailer:     Two years is a long time to wait,...
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Salt and Sacrifice launches today
May 10, 2022, 3:27 PM Sacha Loric News
After six years, we now have a sequel to the hit Souls-like platformer Salt and Sanctuary.
Salt and Sacrifice, the sequel to the hit 2D Souls-like platformer, Salt and Sanctuary, releases today, May 10th. The first game was released in 2016 and garnered a lot of praise for its grimdark world and its unique gameplay that gave its own spin to the Souls-like mechanic. Six years later, we finally have a worthy sequel.   ...
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Gotham Knights may have 4-player co-op
May 9, 2022, 4:42 PM Sacha Loric News
Gotham Knights' PlayStation page indicates support for four players, meaning we'll get to see Robin, Nightwing, Red Hood, and Batgirl fight together.
The upcoming superhero action brawler Gotham Knights may feature a 4-player co-op option, based on a leaked listing on its PlayStation page. According to a Reddit user, SuspiciousTension19, the page clearly indicated 4 player network support.      Originally, the developers have stated that the game would be co-op for two players, but it’s possible we’ll see a new mode that has four players working together to beat the stuffing out of Gotham’s criminals. Of...
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Hitman 3’s Freelancer mode delayed to later in 2022
May 6, 2022, 2:08 PM Sacha Loric News
Originally set for release this spring, the new roguelike game mode has been delayed to later this year.
The new Hitman 3 game mode, the roguelike Freelancer, has been pushed back to later this year. According to developer Eidos Interactive, despite the praises it received during playtesting, they feel the mode needs a bit more time to polish before launch.    "In short, this mode is quite expansive and involving. It's built...
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