Games

If the next generation of gaming consoles arrives in 2027, what can we anticipate, and how will games look compared to today’s hits? How much better will the graphics be? To explore this, we’ll focus on large-scale, open-world role-playing games planned for release in 2027 or later – games that could really showcase the new consoles. While details are limited for many of these titles – some are still early in development or haven’t even been officially announced – they all point to an exciting future for gaming.

Players are already drawing comparisons between this new game and several beloved classics. The sword fighting feels similar to the Dark Souls series, while the intense music and violent action evoke Doom. The game’s unique style, which features creatures from biblical lore like the Nephilim, is reminiscent of the Darksiders franchise. The storytelling is expected to follow a similar path, with a rich fantasy world enhancing the action. Standing out among recent announcements like the surprise release of the new God of War and numerous sequels, Crimson Moon was a highlight for many during the State of Play event.

Yacht Club Games, the creators of Shovel Knight, are aiming for another success with Mina the Hollower, a new game inspired by classic retro titles. Unlike Shovel Knight‘s side-scrolling gameplay, Mina the Hollower is a top-down action-adventure game, similar to older Zelda games. A demo was available on Steam during Steam Next Fest in June 2025, and players who tried it will be able to continue their progress when the full game releases. Luckily, it doesn’t seem like fans will have to wait much longer to play the complete version.

Even though Game Freak is best known for the Pokemon series, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary, the studio has been highlighting its new game, Beast of Reincarnation, in recent showcases like Xbox’s Developer Direct and the February PlayStation State of Play. Game Freak has created other original games in the past, such as Tembo the Badass Elephant and Little Town Hero, but because they’re so closely linked with Pokemon, any new projects they announce generate a lot of excitement. Beast of Reincarnation seems to be their biggest and most ambitious game outside of the Pokemon franchise in years, and fans now have a release date to look forward to.

I’ve been following the power levels of characters throughout the Dragon Ball series, and it’s interesting how many remain officially unknown. While the video games try to quantify things, the most reliable information comes from the manga itself – things like official guidebooks, chapter notes, and special pamphlets. But even with all that, it’s still limited. Considering what we do know about the Frieza Saga, specifically on Namek, I’ve put together a list of the characters with the highest confirmed power levels, focusing on their strongest forms.

In the boiler room of REANIMAL, players will find a large, cylindrical boiler with a significant hole in it. The objective is to rotate this boiler, creating a path for a player to cross the room and reach the door. To get it moving, you first need to activate the boiler from the control room.

You can play REANIMAL alone in single-player mode, or team up with friends in co-op. The co-op mode lets you play online with people on different platforms thanks to crossplay support.

Okay, so getting the Crowbar in REANIMAL is pretty straightforward. You head into the Cinema and through that chained-up door. Once inside, you’ll find everyone’s watching a movie and totally asleep. That’s your cue to carefully sneak through the rows of seats and make your way to the left side of the room – that’s where you’ll find it!

Once you’ve cleared the ice cream truck from the Village square, you’ll see the Cinema sign. Inside, you’ll find a chained door blocking your way. To continue, you’ll need to find Bolt Cutters to break the chains.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Pokemon, a franchise that has delighted fans for decades. Those fans have responded with incredible artwork, and with over 1,000 Pokemon available as of the latest generation, there’s no shortage of creative ideas. Pokemon art comes in many forms, from fresh takes on classic designs to entirely original creations. It’s amazing to see how fans express their love for the series through their unique artistic skills. As Pokemon continues to thrive, and with a tenth generation potentially on the way, artists will soon have even more new creatures to inspire them.