"This is a style of animation that thrives on the human craft. It is something that is born from pure human sweat, and grit, and talent, and work. You can't fake it. You can't cut corners with it."

In Fallen Tear's boss rush-focused demo at PAX, the combat was quick and punchy, and our talk with Creative Director Stephen Manalastas gave insights into where Filipino roots show up in subtle ways in the narrative and gameplay.

'It's not the kind of loneliness where nobody is around; it's the kind where there are still people but you can't shake the feeling — which in a way is more horrifying.'

Nearly 13 years after Guns of Icarus set the gold standard for multiplayer games for me and my friends, Stars of Icarus is here to remind us of our roots and bring that wealth of know-how to the multiplayer space with something brand new in 2026.

Talking about crafting difficult choices for players and a weird world ripe for interesting lore with Dread Delusion's James Wragg.

Catching up with DreadXP, Heartworm, and the team behind this Silent Hill-inspired retro indie horror game.

Metal Bringer has players use deep mech customization to craft Labors and Arms, then fight enemy hordes in a satisfying series of waves.