2026 is shaping up to be an incredible year for open-world games, with highly anticipated releases planned almost every month. These games, from established developers, are expected to significantly impact the genre. We’ll be highlighting the biggest upcoming adventure games that put players in control, allowing them to explore freely while experiencing captivating stories and events.
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The U.S. Senate has done what it does best: postponed a meaningful decision. This time, itās the Digital Asset Market Structure CLARITY Act – a mouthful so long it probably needs its own comma – getting kicked into the icy winds of late January.
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New research demonstrates a successful simple power analysis attack against the core multiplication function of the HQC post-quantum cryptosystem, highlighting critical implementation vulnerabilities.
If you haven’t heard of it, Hytale is a game similar to Minecraft that originated from the popular Minecraft server, Hypixel. Development started in 2015, and fans of both Hypixel and Minecraft were eager to see what Hytale would offer. While the game faced some challenges during its creation, things are now looking bright for its future.
You don’t need incredibly realistic graphics to create a successful game. In fact, we’re starting to see a trend in PC gaming where simpler games are becoming more popular, especially as PC parts get more expensive. Games that are smaller and can run on older computers are gaining traction. Ultimately, a fun, engaging gameplay experience that doesn’t rely on things like microtransactions or superficial content is what really matters ā graphics take a backseat to enjoyment. Plenty of highly successful games prove this point by achieving success without needing top-of-the-line graphics.
Nintendo Switch Online has grown a lot since it launched in 2018. It started with just classic NES games, but now includes titles from the SNES and Game Boy. In 2021, the Expansion Pack was added, bringing games from the Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, and even GameCube. With these games, plus features like online multiplayer and a music player, the service is popular among Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 owners. A basic subscription costs $19.99 a year, while the Expansion Pack costs $49.99, but Nintendo is currently offering a promotion that lets players try the service before committing to a purchase.
It’s not just disruptive players causing problems for ARC Raiders; cheaters are also a major concern. Embark Studios has begun banning cheaters who are unfairly gaining advantages in matches. Between these issues, some players are considering taking a break until things improve. This leaves many wondering what game they can play in the meantime. ARC Raiders has a distinct style, which makes it stand out, and finding a suitable replacement isnāt easy. However, The Forever Winter, currently in early access on Steam, could be a good option while the problems with disruptive players continue.
Outflows appear to have bottomed in late December, and BTC is now trading below minersā costs-the point where selling usually sighs, yawns, and goes home for tea. Meanwhile, Trumpās latest proposal promises to haul a bigger crowd into BTC, like a dragon handing out free loot at dawn.