1047 Games Implements Further Staff Layoffs Following Empulse Launch
Splitgate developer 1047 Games has confirmed a new round of staff layoffs less than one month after releasing their movement shooter, Empulse.
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Marathon Game Director Joe Ziegler Leaves Bungie
Joe Ziegler has stepped down as game director for Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon. Del Chafe III will take over the project leadership.
10 Cyberpunk Games to Play Beyond Cyberpunk 2077
Looking for cyberpunk titles beyond CD Projekt Red's hit? Here are 10 recommendations ranging from tactical RPGs to twin-stick shooters available to play in 2026.
Battlefield 6 Season 4 Update Arrives July 21: Everything New
Battlefield 6's 1.4.1.0 update brings naval combat, new vehicles, weapons, and a map refresh on July 21. See what's coming to the military shooter.
Bungie Confirms Departure of Marathon Game Director Joseph Ziegler
Bungie's Marathon game director Joseph Ziegler has departed the studio. The extraction shooter continues development under new leadership amid ongoing struggles.
Marathon Game Director Joe Ziegler Departing Bungie
Joe Ziegler is stepping down as game director for Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon. Assistant director Del Chafe III will lead the project moving forward.
Pathogenic Surpasses 25,000 Copies Sold Within 24 Hours
The cellular roguelike shooter Pathogenic has hit 25,000 sales and 3,000 concurrent players in its first 24 hours. Here is the current pricing and bundle info.
Deceive Inc. Will Remain Playable Via Community Servers After Shutdown
Despite studio closure, the multiplayer shooter Deceive Inc. will stay playable through new community server support to prevent it from disappearing.
Angel Guardian Demo Arrives August 3 for Steam’s Cyberpunk Fest
Corgee Inc. is bringing the side-scrolling shooter Angel Guardian to Linux, Mac, and Windows. A public demo hits Steam from August 3 to August 10.
Deepward: New Roguelite Shooter Announced by EchoFall Games
EchoFall Games has announced Deepward, a fast-paced roguelite shooter featuring a sanity system and six playable characters. Currently planned for a 2027 release.
Arcade Archives Syvalion Launches July 16 for Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox
Hamster is bringing Taito's 1988 shooter Syvalion to modern platforms on July 16. The release includes new features like Time Attack Mode and VRR support.
EVE Online's Upcoming Extraction Shooter Takes Shape in Latest Playtest
The latest playtest of the EVE Online extraction shooter reveals a more focused experience, moving away from previously planned ambitious crossover features.
DOOM (2016) Community Update: Latest News and Steam Resources
Stay updated with the latest news for DOOM (2016). Access official Steam community resources, store pages, and support information for the classic shooter.
Bungie Ends Destiny 2 Updates Following Staff Layoffs
Destiny 2 servers remain online, but Bungie has ceased development on the shooter to focus on other projects following significant staff layoffs in 2026.
Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations Review: A Bloody, Uncertain Farewell
The Revelations expansion for Doom: The Dark Ages is a fantastic, high-speed shooter, but it arrives during a devastating period of layoffs at Id Software.
Brotato: Primal Dread DLC Announced for 2026
Blobfish has officially announced Primal Dread, the next DLC for the arena shooter Brotato, slated for release later in 2026.
STALCRAFT: X Rebrands to STALZONE with Major 2026 Update
STALCRAFT: X is now officially STALZONE. The latest 2026 update brings visual overhauls, a revamped tutorial, and new anniversary content to the extraction shooter.
Beat Hazard Arcade: Does the Classic Rhythm-Shooter Still Hold Up?
Beat Hazard Arcade brings frenetic bullet-hell action to mobile in 2026. Here is how the classic rhythm-based shooter holds up for modern streaming audiences.
EVE Vanguard Operation Avalon: An Extraction Shooter in the Making
Fenris Creations' EVE Vanguard launches Operation Avalon today. Here is what you need to know about the new gameplay, map, and crafting mechanics.
Overwatch 'Community Crafted' Mode Brings Chaos to Blizzard's Hero Shooter
Blizzard's latest Overwatch experimental mode features radical kit changes designed by Guxue, Apply, Ocie, and mL7support. See the full patch notes breakdown.
Wardogs Release Date Potentially Spotted in Developer Stream
A dev stream by BULKHEAD CEO Joe Brammer suggests a September 9 or September 10 launch for the tactical shooter Wardogs. Here is what we know.
Overwatch Steam Reviews Trend Toward 'Mixed' Despite Player Surge
Blizzard’s Overwatch sees a rise in Steam player counts, reaching 74k in recent peaks, even as the shooter continues to face criticism over cosmetic pricing.
Bungie Co-Founder Alexander Seropian is Developing 'Drifters' for Roblox
Look North World, led by Bungie co-founder Alexander Seropian, is building an extraction shooter called Drifters for the Roblox platform.
Catoio Software Reveals XENOFLEKT: A Bullet-Absorbing Roguelite for PC
Catoio Software has unveiled XENOFLEKT, an intense roguelite space arena shooter that turns bullet hell mechanics into a high-risk healing system.
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Marathon Game Director Joe Ziegler Leaves Bungie
Joe Ziegler has stepped down as game director for Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon. Del Chafe III will take over the project leadership.
Battlefield 6 Season 4 Update Arrives July 21: Everything New
Battlefield 6's 1.4.1.0 update brings naval combat, new vehicles, weapons, and a map refresh on July 21. See what's coming to the military shooter.
Bungie Confirms Departure of Marathon Game Director Joseph Ziegler
Bungie's Marathon game director Joseph Ziegler has departed the studio. The extraction shooter continues development under new leadership amid ongoing struggles.
Marathon Game Director Joe Ziegler Departing Bungie
Joe Ziegler is stepping down as game director for Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon. Assistant director Del Chafe III will lead the project moving forward.