Crimson Desert World Twice as Large as Skyrim, Bigger Than Red Dead Redemption 2The upcoming action adventure RPG Crimson Desert will feature an open world that will be at least twice the size of Skyrim's playable area and larger than Red Dead Redemption 2's map, developer Pearl Abyss has confirmed.Semir OmerovicJANUARY 9
Avowed is getting new playable races, and it's finally coming to PS5Obsidian Entertainment has announced Avowed will launch on PlayStation 5 on February 17, 2026, alongside a free Anniversary Update adding New Game Plus, Photo Mode, three new playable races, and additional weapons.Semir OmerovicJANUARY 9
Code Vein II Gets Pre-Launch Demo and New Walkthrough Gameplay TrailerCode Vein II has got a new gameplay walkthrough, showcasing combat systems and some story bits, whilst also confirming a character creator demo that will launch on January 23, one week before the full game's January 30 release.Semir OmerovicJANUARY 5
Rebel Wolves Reveals New Characters and Locations in The Blood of Dawnwalker TeaserRebel Wolves has released a new teaser for The Blood of Dawnwalker, showcasing previously unseen characters and locations from the vampire action RPG's Carpathian Mountains setting alongside the game's official cover art and main musical theme.Semir OmerovicJANUARY 5
Kingdom Come: Deliverance PS5 and Xbox Series X/S Remaster reportedly launching in February 2026A rumoured PS5 and Xbox Series X|S remaster of Kingdom Come: Deliverance could arrive in February 2026, bringing PC-level visuals to current-gen consoles.Belmin KopicJANUARY 2
Where Winds Meet January 2026 Roadmap details new story content, regions and eventsWhere Winds Meet reveals its January 2026 content roadmap, outlining Version 1.2 updates, new story chapters, regions, world bosses, and seasonal events.Belmin KopicDECEMBER 31
Monster Hunter Wilds could be coming to Nintendo Switch 2 with local multiplayer supportA new datamine suggests Monster Hunter Wilds may release on Nintendo Switch 2, featuring DLSS support, performance tweaks, and local multiplayer for up to four players.Belmin KopicDECEMBER 30
The Most Anticipated Games to Arrive in January 2026Here are AltChar's most anticipated games that will arrive during the first month of the new year. There are a few bangers, some highly anticipated sequels, and some titles that are yet to find their place under the gaming Sun.Asmir KovacevicDECEMBER 29
Phantom Blade Zero passes one million wishlists ahead of its 2026 releasePhantom Blade Zero has officially surpassed one million wishlists across major storefronts, highlighting strong early interest ahead of its September 2026 launch.Belmin KopicDECEMBER 29
Larian confirms you don’t need to play older Divinity games before the new oneLarian Studios says players can jump into the new Divinity game without playing older entries, with past titles mainly recommended for lore fans.Belmin KopicDECEMBER 26
Stardew Valley Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is out now with a free upgradeStardew Valley Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is now available with a free upgrade for existing owners, bringing smoother controls, multiplayer improvements, and new console features.Belmin KopicDECEMBER 25
Front Mission 3 Remake is coming to consoles and PC in January 2026Front Mission 3 Remake launches on PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and PC on January 30, 2026. A free demo is already available on all platforms.Belmin KopicDECEMBER 24
Clair Obscur Expedition 33 devs talk DLC ideas, difficulty balance, AI concerns and what’s nextSandfall Interactive has shared new details about Clair Obscur Expedition 33, covering the free DLC, extreme difficulty changes, AI rumours, and the studio’s future plans.Belmin KopicDECEMBER 24
The Witcher 3 could get new story DLC in 2026 ahead of The Witcher 4, analyst claimsA new report suggests The Witcher 3 may receive a brand-new DLC in May 2026, potentially setting up The Witcher 4 and acting as the start of CD Projekt RED’s marketing push.Belmin KopicDECEMBER 24
Persona 3 Reload Gets 60 FPS Performance Mode on Switch 2 with Version 1.03 UpdateAtlus has released the Version 1.03 update for Persona 3 Reload on Nintendo Switch 2, adding a Performance Mode targeting 60 FPS in TV Mode alongside frame rate stability improvements and the game's first sale on the platform.Semir OmerovicDECEMBER 23
Where Winds Meet: How to Get the Flying Bird Oddity (Heartsoothe Twig) in KaifengIn the Kaifeng region in Where Winds Meet, you'll have the opportunity to hunt a new set of oddities, similar to the ones from Qinghe, but with different catching techniques. Here is how to get the flying birds' oddities.Asmir KovacevicDECEMBER 19
Owlcat Games Details Zero-Gravity Combat and RPG Systems in The Expanse: Osiris RebornIn the latest interview, devs share new details about The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, confirming the third-person action RPG retains the studio's signature choice-and-consequence systems whilst introducing zero-gravity combat and a more open character progression system.Semir OmerovicDECEMBER 19
Where Winds Meet: How to Enter the Mist Inside the Mistveil ForestMistveil Forest is an area located to the east of the city of Kaifeng, and if you try to enter it, the poison buildup will kick in. In this guide, we will show you how to enter this area and how to deal with this poisonous miasma.Asmir KovacevicDECEMBER 18
No Rest for the Wicked co-op Open Beta is live on SteamNo Rest for the Wicked’s co-op open beta is now live on Steam, letting players test multiplayer on a separate Experimental branch.Belmin KopicDECEMBER 18
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is AltChar's Game of the Year 2025We don't typically do Game of the Year awards at AltChar, but Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 left such an impression on our team that we couldn't let 2025 end without celebrating it.Semir OmerovicDECEMBER 18
Dune: Awakening Gets Major Endgame Overhaul in Chapter 3 Free UpdateFuncom have just announced Chapter 3 for Dune: Awakening, which they say is the largest free update for the game yet, focusing on expanded endgame progression alongside the paid Raiders of the Broken Lands DLC featuring 74 new building pieces.Semir OmerovicDECEMBER 18
Starfield Getting 2026 update to reduce loading screens and improve exploration, it's claimedBethesda is reportedly developing Starfield's largest content update yet for 2026, which will significantly reduce loading screens and improve exploration according to a report from Windows Central.Semir OmerovicDECEMBER 18
Hogwarts Legacy Hits 40 Million Sales Milestone, Outsells Zelda and CyberpunkWarner Bros. Games has announced that Hogwarts Legacy has sold over 40 million units worldwide, making it the biggest game release in the publisher's history and placing it among the best-selling games of all time.Semir OmerovicDECEMBER 18
Where Winds Meet: How to Get the Soulshade Umbrella WeaponIn Where Winds Meet, there are 12 weapons to collect and use, and every single one is specific in its own way. Here is how to get the Soulshade Umbrella, the weapon used for healing.Asmir KovacevicDECEMBER 17