Survival & Crafting

State of Survival codes

Think you could do better than Rick Grimes? Now's your chance.

FILM REEL IT IN Indie fishing horror Dredge is next up for the movie adaptation treatment

Get ready to set sail into an absolute nightmare.

LAUGH IT OFF With Lethal Company and Content Warning, video games might have finally nailed the horror comedy

An underappreciated genre in games is finally getting the spotlight.

GEAR UP, FLAMEBORN Enshrouded's first major update, Hollow Halls, delivers colossal dungeons, fresh threats, and some welcome fixes

The first of many updates coming to the game.

WARBOUND Bellwright is a mix of Rimworld and Mount & Blade, and a true rebellion game at heart

The team at Donkey Crew have to win folks over after Lost Oasis, and Bellwright might just be the trick.

ENDURANCE PREMIUM Pacific Drive isn’t just a good driving game - it’s the antidote to your daily commute

All it takes to put an end to our automotive alienation is a nice station wagon and a ride down apocalypse avenue.

BG3 Investigate the suspicious toys and fireworks quest guide

As you pass through Rivington in Baldur's Gate 3, you uncover a plot involving suspicious toys and fireworks!

Where to take the Sentient Amulet in BG3

When you find a mysterious Sentient Amulet deep underground in Baldur's Gate 3, you can bring it along for an interesting reward!

BG3 Where to find all of Dribbles the Clown

The legendary comic Dribbles the Clown is no more. To give him a proper burial, you need to find Dribbles' scattered body parts throughout Baldur's Gate 3!

BG3 Wyrm’s Rock Prison Skull riddle answers

To escape Wyrm's Rock prison in Baldur's Gate 3, you need to correctly answer a magical skull's three riddles. Yes, really!

SET FOR KICKSTARTER The Sinking City 2: Lovecraftian survival-horror from Frogwares explores a flooded Arkham beset by eldritch terrors

With the release, Frogwares hopes to pivot the studio to a “horror-first” focus.

F.I.N.A.L.L.Y. Acclaimed Stalker trilogy gets surprise release on PlayStation and Xbox ahead of Stalker 2's arrival in September

Play the original trilogy before you head into the Heart of Chornobyl.

WHAT IF? The Alters, from Frostpunk dev 11 bit Studios, finally shows off new gameplay - and it's coming to Game Pass

The Alters, the next big game from 11 bit, has reemerged to deliver some big news, and a proper look at its gameplay.

BAFTA SEASON The BAFTAs announce banger-packed players choice awards nominees including Baldur's Gate 3, and Lethal Company

One final chance to show your love for 2023's biggest hits.

Sons of the Forest ending explained, and how to reach all endings

If you're thinking 'What just happened?' as you conclude Sons of the Forest, you're not alone.

How to get Ancient Armor in Sons of the Forest

A fancy piece of useless armor.

THE SECRET'S OUT Forever Skies set to soar as PS5 console exclusive with simultaneous Steam launch upon leaving Early Access

Covert partnership unveiled.

PLAY WISHLIST REPEAT Demo dive! Jump into Steam Next Fest and try out some these neat demos

We wade through the shallows and swim the deep end so you don't have to.

PIXEL HEARTS The best dating sims to play in 2024

Whether you’re looking for a goofy romantic experience or something that’ll tug at your heartstrings, here are some of the best dating sims to give a go.

DOUBLE JUMP SCARES The best horror games to play in 2024

From founding fathers of horror to underrated gems, here are some of the best horror games to sink your teeth into.

Sons of the Forest guide and walkthrough: Tips and tricks for surviving the island

Crash-landed in cannibal paradise.

How to revive companions in Sons of the Forest

Looking to bring Kelvin back from the dead?

Sons of the Forest Kelvin Companion Guide: How to use Kelvin and other companions

Oh, Kelvin.

FISHIN FOR FISHES How to use fish traps in Sons of the Forest

We goin' fishin with this guide on how to get the fish trap, as well as how to use it.

BUNKER SPELUNKER Sons of the Forest Bunker locations: Where to find all bunkers

Hunker down.

SHINE ON Sons of the Forest Flashlight location: How to get a flashlight and flashlight upgrades

A must-have for caves and dark corners of the island. Here's how to get a flashlight.

SWIPE Sons of the Forest Keycard Locations: How to get the Maintenance, VIP, and Guest Keycards

All keyed up.

All Sons of the Forest Weapon Locations: How to get all guns and melee weapons

Here’s your one-stop shop for finding yourself some weapons in Sons of the Forest.

Sons of the Forest Axe Locations: Where to find the Modern Axe and Firefighter Axe

Chop, chop. Here's where to find yourself an Axe in Sons of the Forest.

Sons of the Forest console commands and cheats list

Turn the island into whatever you want it to be.

Lethal Company Monsters and how to beat them all

Here’s your guide to all monsters that can be found in Lethal Company.

All Lethal Company Scrap list and values

Here’s what scrap is worth taking with you, and what you can leave behind in Lethal Company.

All Lethal Company items and ship upgrades

Not sure what to buy from the store? Here's all items and their uses.

Best Lethal Company Mods, and how to install them

Whether you want a bigger lobby or a higher difficulty, there’s probably a Lethal Company mod for it.

WHAT A SHAME Blizzard's cancelled survival game, Odyssey, reportedly killed due to its engine

With the cancellation of Blizzard's Odyssey, we seemingly missed out on a good survival game that died because of its engine.

WITH THE BATHWATER Activision Blizzard cancels survival game as Mike Ybarra and Allen Adham leave the company

One of Blizzard's long-tenured internal projects has reportedly been canned.

CRASH LANDING Enshrouded players heading online suffer crashes on launch day

A hotflix is on the way, but for now you'll have to keep things private.

How to get animal fur in Enshrouded

You aren't quite top of the food chain in Enshrouded, but you can still get resources from the local fauna.

Enshrouded Guide: How to master the realm of Embervale

Take on the corrupted realm of Embervale with our Enshrouded Guide!

How to get metal scraps in Enshrouded

They're not fancy, but metal scraps are essential for some early game armour and weapons.

How to heal in Enshrouded

The best early-game healing items to keep your HP topped up.

How to get string in Enshrouded

Tie it all together.

How to get cloth in Enshrouded

Where to farm torn cloth for quick and easy crafting in Enshrouded's early game.

How to get wooden logs in Enshrouded

Craft an axe and get chopping!

How to make a bed in Enshrouded

Speed up time and improve your base's rating from the comfort of your own bed.

How to craft a glider in Enshrouded

Gliders are useful for speeding up exploring, so here's how to get one fast.

How to build a base in Enshrouded

Home is where the heart is, since that's where you respawn when you die.

How to get armour in Enshrouded

A decent set of armour can make or break your success in Enshrouded from early on.

How to get Shroud Wood in Enshrouded

Step off the beaten path, but beware of your surroundings.

LAYOFFS AGAIN Riot lays off over 500 staff, with Legends of Runeterra and Forge indie initiative teams hit hard

"This isn’t to appease shareholders or to hit a quarterly earnings number—it’s a necessity."