Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 announces Public Test Servers to avoid repeat of unpopular balance changes

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2developer Saber Interactive has confirmed that Public Test Servers are to be added to the game in a future update. In amessage spearheaded by Game Director Dmitriy Grigorenko, it was confirmed that this will allow players to “try out major balancing updates and make your voices heard before they are pushed onto public branches.” Space Marine 2 rolls back balance changes, Public Test Servers confirmed Last week,Space Marine 2released its 4....

August 10, 2025 · 1 min · 201 words · Nicholas Hayes

We talk with Swery about The Missing, The Good Life, and a Suda51 collaboration

His favorite superhero is Bruce Willis in Unbreakable Hidetaka Suehiro is a very busy man. For the past several weeks, Suehiro, who we all know as Swery, has been flying across oceans promoting the first title from his White Owls studio. It’s calledThe Missing, though the official title is the much longerThe Missing: J.J. MacField and the Island of Memories, and it’s a puzzle platformer set to release worldwide later this month....

August 10, 2025 · 9 min · 1732 words · Ashley Bailey

What do Capybaras eat in Disney Dreamlight Valley?

There are a variety of different critters inDisney Dreamlight Valley, and feeding them to earn their trust will provide item or resource drops. With such a variety, it can be hard to keep track of which critters like what foods, and all of them have their own specific preferences. Capybaras are thecritterthat live in the Wild Tangle on Eternity Isle, which is accessed as part of theRift in TimeDLC. In real life, Capybaras are the largest known species of rodent in the world, with close ties to more commonplace animals like rats and hamsters....

August 10, 2025 · 3 min · 489 words · Julie Butler

When does God of War Ragnarok launch on PC? Release date countdown

The arrival of PlayStation exclusives on PC is continuing, withGod of War Ragnarokthe next big title to land on computers. If you want to play the latest installment in the franchise, here’s its release date and a countdown to launch day. If you loved 2018’sGod of War, then you may, like me, find it hard to imagine a sequel improving the game. Somehow, however,Ragnarokmanages to take what was great about the game and make it even better....

August 10, 2025 · 2 min · 238 words · Suzanne Harper

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 patch 2.0 has minor fixes, ushers in Future Redeemed

Patch, redeemed Xenoblade Chronicles 3was updated this week into 2.0 status, which is likely where the last big content drops end (barring future fixes). On the docket for this patch is a pair of fixes: one that prevents the player from wearing the extra swimwear costumes, and another that deals with a status display issue. But the main course here is obviously “Expansion Pass Wave 4,” otherwise known as the game’s big story DLC:Future Redemeed....

August 10, 2025 · 1 min · 188 words · William Knox

All Warframe lander abilities, ranked from worst to best

The trustyWarframelander, or landing craft, is an iconic part of the game. From last-minute rescues in story cutscenes to the dancing landers across the loading screen, these little ships get us where we need to go. If you activate an air support charge during a mission, you’ll get to use one of the special abilities that comes through unlocking the different landers, though can use it with any lander model you own....

August 9, 2025 · 4 min · 693 words · Devon Figueroa

Are DBD servers down? How to check server status

Dead by Daylight, an online-only game, can suffer from network and connection issues from time to time. If you have a feeling thatDBD‘s servers might be down, here’s how you may check the game’s server status and ensure it’s not an issue on your end. Table of contents As of 6/30,Dead by Daylight‘s servers do not appear to be offline. However, with the newTwisted Masquerade eventand an uptick in player count, there could be some server instability....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 249 words · Daniel Liu

Artist Olly Moss is bringing his talents to Valve

The dude behind all of those amazing posters Before joining up with the gang at Campo Santo to help makeFirewatch, artist Olly Moss made a name for himself with astoundingmovie posters, adorable video game characterdoodles, and thecover artforResistance 3. (Also, Garfields.) We’ve featured his work a bunch on Destructoid and I hope that continues to be the case. This morning, Moss shared the news that he’s taken a job at Valve....

August 9, 2025 · 1 min · 184 words · Anita Middleton

Astro Bot gets a free Winter Wonder update with a new level and more bots to befriend

If one thing’s certain,Astro Bothas been the gift that keeps on giving. Since launch, theGOTY-nominated platformerhas received various levels and additional bots to collect for free. And it’s not done. Today,Astro Botgets a free Winter Wonder update with a new map and more bots. As you should expect, the winter-themed level is coated with snow and sparkling with festive accouterments. The level features a massive Christmas tree with the expected robot face, and gilded presents can be found throughout....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 317 words · Calvin Carr

Baldur’s Gate 3: How to play Fetch with Scratch

Everyone’s favorite companion inBaldur’s Gate 3has to be Scratch, right? You can invite the snow-colored doggo back to your camp if you have the Speak with Animals spell. Once he’s inhabiting your camp, you can actually utilize him as a companion and fight alongside you. But first, you must connect with Scratch on a deeper level. You see, it can’t be all work and no play when Scratch is around. This is how to play Fetch with Scratch inBaldur’s Gate 3....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 352 words · Courtney Sherman

BattleTanx: Global Assault was more than a worthy follow-up

Fear the power of the Edge! BattleTanxwas 3DO’s first N64 game and a pretty decent success for a company that was trying to pivot from their failed hardware endeavor. As 3DO would soon prove, they were crazy about franchises and sequels. It’s not surprising thatBattleTanxwould be up for a new entry the very year after it launched. Creative director, Michael Mendheim, was nice enough to humorsome of my questionsaboutBattleTanx, so it seemed natural to also pivot to its sequel....

August 9, 2025 · 6 min · 1203 words · Brian Guerra

Beware of the Rifts all secrets in Super Mario Bros. Wonder

It really annoys me when I’m just taking a stroll, minding my own business, when I’m hurt by a rift in time and space. It’s like — have they ever heard of a little consideration for those around them?! In any case, that’s what you have to look forward to in Beware of the Rifts, a secret level inSuper Mario Bros. Wonder. To be honest, if you can find a way to ignore the rifts — which will hurt you if you touch them — this isn’t the most difficult stage inSuper Mario Bros....

August 9, 2025 · 4 min · 718 words · Tony Collins

Castaway brings its Link’s Awakening vibes to consoles and PC this year

The inspirations behind developer Canari Games’Castawayare apparent as soon as its trailer begins. With loving aesthetic and gameplay nods toThe Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakeningat the forefront,Castawayis looking to carve a place of its own in the top-down adventure game space when it hits consoles and PC this year. The addition of consoles and the 2024 release window were both revealed during the AG French Direct Showcase on May 29. After some spirited footage and catchy tunes, Canari Games founder Johan Vinet steps in for a brief developer diary highlighting some of what makesCastawayunique....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 395 words · Thomas Phillips