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PUBG 38.1 patch arrives today for PC - details here, and yes, it's the one with Skibidi Toilet | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 3h

Skibidi Toilet has made its way to PUBG.

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PUBG remains one of the best online multiplayer shooter experiences going. I'm not sure what that says about more modern releases, but still, if you're

SpaceCraft early access delayed to Q2 2026, playtest coming soon | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 19h

SpaceCraft will be having a playtest which will start at the end of October, but the early access release has been delayed.
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SpaceCraft will not be entering early access this year, Shiro Games has announced, pushing back the release to Q2 2026. However, Shiro Games has announced

Pokémon Legends: Z-A Review | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 1d

"This is easily the best Pokémon game on the market." @nicbunce.bsky.social has reviewed Pokémon Legends: Z-A and he loves it.

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Taking us back to a Lumiose city transformed, Pokémon Legends: Z-A is a huge overhaul of the classic monster battler.

Interview – How does Reach move VR gaming forward? | TheSixthAxis

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TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 1d

@tuffcub.bsky.social spoke to @ndreams.bsky.social about the upcoming VR action game Reach. Have a read of the interview at the link.

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With nDreams looking to revolutionise VR action games once more with the release of Reach on Thursday this week, and following my hands on session with

King of Meat Review | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 1d

"King of Meat provides a great onramp for players to explore their creativity in a constrained setting." @teflon.bsky.social tests out his dungeon building creativity in the silly King of Meat. Read his review now.

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King of Meat combines LBP-style creation with a new dungeon crawling game show genre.

Over The Hill closed playtest taking place next week | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 1d

Over The Hill will have a closed playtest next week, and you can register now.

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Funselektor Labs Inc has announced that there will be a closed playtest for its offroading game Over the Hill, with this playtest taking place between

Of Ash and Steel will launch on November 6th | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 1d

Open world RPG Of Ash & Steel will launch on November 6th. A demo is available on Steam.

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TinyBuildGames and developer Fire & Frost have announced that the open world RPG Of Ash and Steel will be launching on November 6th for PC, and a demo

Martial arts brawler Forestrike launches on November 17th | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 1d

Skeleton Crew's Forestrike is launching in November for PC and Switch.

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Developer Skeleton Crew and publisher Devolver Digital have announced that the martial arts brawler Forestrike will be released on November 17th for PC

Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter review | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 2d

"Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter is the gold standard of JRPG remakes." No holding back from @mohranner.bsky.social as he heaps praise on Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter. Read his review now.

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Revisit the series origins with Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, a modernising remake that sets the gold standard for this kind of game.

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game announced, releases in 2026 | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 2d

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game has been revealed for 2026, launching with 12 characters on its roster. More will be added through seasons.

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A brand new Avatar game has been announced, with Gameplay Group International announcing Avatar Legends: The Fighting game, with the game set to release

Miary Zo revealed for Tekken 8, releases this December | TheSixthAxis

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TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 3d

A five minute gameplay trailer for Miary Zo, the new character coming to Tekken 8, has been released. Miary Zo will be available in December.

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Bandai Namco has revealed a new fighter for Tekken 8 Season 2, and that is Madagascan Miary Zo who will be coming to the roster this December. To be more

Forgotten Seas has a launched into version 1.0 | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 3d

Forgotten Seas has launched into version 1.0.

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Pangea Game Studios has set sail upon the good ship Forgotten Seas, which has launched into version 1.0 today. Forgotten Seas is a survival game where you

Everwind demo launches on October 12th | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 3d

Enjoy Studio has decided to release the Everwind demo a day early, with it launching on October 12th rather than October 13th.

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Enjoy Studio has announced that it will be releasing the Everwind demo slightly earlier than planned, with those interested in the game able to try it out

Dragon Ball Daima's Goku is coming to the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 3d

A new fighter is being added to the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster, and there's a balance update coming too.

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Today, Bandai Namco released a new trailer for Dragon Ball FighterZ marking the game's inclusion at EVO France 2025 this weekend, and within that trailer

What We Played – Absolum, Yooka-Replaylee & Battlefield 6 | TheSixthAxis

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TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 4d

It's Friday! Get some inspiration from the team to help you decide on what game you should play next.

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I'm looking forward to a weekend filled with a bunch of squad-based shooter action, with the launch of Battlefield 6. There's always a bit of a disconnect

Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era early access moved to 2026, demo out now | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 5d

Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era's early access release has been moved to 2026, but a demo has been released.

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Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era will not be entering early access this year, developer Unfrozen has announced. The studio has stated that it will be

Discord data breach leaks 70,000 government IDs used for age verification | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 5d

70,000 IDs have leaked through a Discord breach. These IDs were used to verify age in the UK to comply with the Online Safety Bill.

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Discord has confirmed that a data breach of their customer support platform has leaked at least 70,000 government IDs that were being used for age

Ratatan Early Access Review - Rhythm-action warfare is the best kind of warfare | TheSixthAxis

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TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 5d

"In Early Access this is a fresh, modern take on Patapon’s iconic action with an invigorating visual design and awesome soundtrack." @thecitywake.bsky.social has been playing Ratatan Early Access. Find out what he has loved about it.
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Few sounds are as deeply ingrained in our household as the merry chant of the Patapon. A PSP favourite, and with three games in the bag, Sony then seemed

Battlefield 6 Review | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 5d

"Battlefield 6 is a return to form for the large scale shooter." Stefan gives his view on Battlefield 6. Read his thoughts at the link.

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A true successor to Battlefield 4, Battlefield 6 modernises the game in some ways, but keeps the fundamentals of 64-player battles in place.

Absolum Review | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 6d

Absolum is "still a very enjoyable game, even with issues, but this was so close to being a classic of the genre." Find out Adrian's full thoughts on Absolum and what issues he had in his review.

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Masters of the modern beat 'em up unite for a new roguelite twist on the genre in Absolum, but does it work in the long run?

Little Nightmares 3 Review | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 6d

"Little Nightmares 3 is a gorgeously crafted collection of grim visuals, memorable creatures and fear-inducing horror." That's what Dom thinks about Little Nightmares 3. Find out his other thoughts at the link.

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Little Nightmares 3 is a gorgeously crafted collection of grim visuals, memorable creatures and fear-inducing horror to enjoy together or alone.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 just topped 5 million players with massive free DLC coming as a 'thank you' | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 6d

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is getting huge, free DLC adding a new area to the game with new enemies and new costumes.

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One of the most welcome surprises of the last six months was Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. This turn-based RPG, managed to out-JRPG the Japanese, with

Sworn Review | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 7d

Adrian has played through Sworn, a roguelite based upon British mythology. Have a read of what he made of the experience in his review.

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I’ve always been enamoured by the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the RoundTable. I blame Disney. Ever since watching the animated classic ‘Sword

Dinosaur survival horror Deathground has launched into Early Access | TheSixthAxis

TheSixthAxis @thesixthaxis.bsky.social · 7d

If you fancy trying to survive being hunted by a dinosaur, then you might be interested in Deathground which has launched into Early Access today.

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Jaw Drop Games has released its co-op dinosaur survival horror Deathground into Early Access on Steam, with a 15% launch discount. Its regular price will