Reliability is key when choosing a competitive shooter. If you’re going to invest your time in one, you want to be sure it will still be active and supported in the future. Here are some hero shooters that look like safe bets for 2026, as they’ve already demonstrated staying power, have large communities, or receive consistent updates.
Not much is known about Shinji Mikami’s new game studio, Unbound Games, but job postings suggest they’re working on a brand new, high-budget game. Fans are eager for another scary survival horror title from Mikami, though he’s expressed interest in exploring different game types. This could be happening with his next project, as reports indicate Unbound Games may be collaborating with Shift Up, the developers of the popular action game Stellar Blade, on this new title.
The latest chapter of One Piece really threw everything we thought we knew about the Elbaf arc into chaos. I was completely shocked to see Saint Imu Nerona actually leave the Holy Land of Mary Geoise and travel to Elbaf – it’s something nobody anticipated happening so soon, especially with the final saga already underway. For nearly ten years, Imu’s been shrouded in mystery, and this is the first real move they’ve made. It’s now crystal clear that a confrontation is coming, and it’s going to happen soon.
This year, Overwatch is shaking things up with how it adds new characters. Instead of releasing a new hero every few months, the game will introduce ten new characters in 2026. The first five will be available when the new season, Reign of Talon, launches, and then one new character will be added each season after that.
In the game Pokopia, players will encounter hundreds of Pokémon while exploring. They can choose to leave Pokémon in their natural habitats, but building and decorating homes for them is encouraged. Doing so increases the town’s comfort, unlocking new items and upgrades. With over 300 Pokémon to discover, multiple towns to visit, and even a customizable Cloud Island, Pokopia offers a lot of opportunities for players who enjoy decorating and could easily keep them engaged for hundreds of hours.
We’ll detail where to find every piece of armor and explain the benefits you get when wearing a full set. It’s an impressive look, and completing the set can be challenging, so we want to make sure you know what you’re working towards.
As a player, I’m really excited about dungeons! They’re a fantastic way to shake up the gameplay and level up my character much quicker. This guide walks you through everything you need to know to get started – how to begin the dungeon quests and what awesome kinds of dungeons are out there.
While we don’t have a release date for Verminsteel yet, you can add it to your Steam wishlist now. The game is being developed by Glass Bottom Games, a studio that’s made several well-received titles, including Jones on Fire, Hot Tin Roof, Spartan Fist, and SkateBIRD. Like those games, Verminsteel promises to be delightfully chaotic!
The first season of The Elder Scrolls Online, titled Dawn and Dusk, arrives on April 2nd, bringing new content and features for players. It also introduces the Tamriel Tome, a seasonal reward system similar to a Battle Pass. Each season is expected to last about 90 days. Developers have already shared some hints about what players can expect in future seasons beyond this initial release.
Okay, so I’ve broken down the cookies into tiers – S being the absolute best, all the way down to C, which are still decent but not top-tier. Thing is, this game is always changing, so don’t be afraid to experiment and find the cookies you really click with. Honestly, even a cookie in a lower tier can be a winner if you put in the time and practice!