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Game Informer curates a starter list of standout Steam Next Fest demos for Summer 2026, highlighting titles like Edge of Memories, Penguin Colony, Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle, Over the Hill, Demon Bluff, Well Dweller, Duskfade, and Woodo, with quick notes on each game’s vibe, combat or puzzle systems, and what makes them worth checking out before the festival ends on June 22, 2026.
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a 25th-anniversary remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, is showcased by Game Informer with a new cover and a 22-page feature. GI visited Halo Studios to play three new prequel missions, conducted extensive interviews, and secured downloadable high‑resolution concept art by Sam Wood, with the issue also previewing other games; the remake releases July 28, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Game Informer lists ten Switch 2 games released from 2025 to 2026 in chronological order (not ranked): Tears of the Kingdom – Switch 2 Edition, Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hades II, Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles, Kirby Air Riders, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Pokémon Pokopia, and Mina The Hollower; the lineup mixes remasters, new entries, and upgraded ports, with notes that future updates will revisit earlier entries.
Toby Fox says DELTARUNE can’t be completed by him alone because the game’s scope is large and his wrist health restricts long typing sessions; he’s bringing on a team and using voice-to-text, with Chapters 3–4 released in 2025 and the seven-chapter plan still in place.
Kotaku reports that GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen’s eBay listings include items that appear to be from the Game Informer Vault, the company’s long-shuttered archive; while some listings match Vault artifacts, others do not, prompting critics to call for preserving the Vault’s history rather than auctioning it off. Cohen later said he was suspended from eBay amid the stunt, and GameStop did not comment.
Current and former Gunzilla Games staff allege months of unpaid salaries and pension contributions, with workers across Ukraine, the UK, and Germany reporting delays; some UK/German staff were paid late and Ukrainian contractors went unpaid for about six months. The company says payroll provider issues are to blame and that it’s working to resolve the situation, with some backdated pension payments made and the UK arm renamed Geofvision; GamesIndustry.biz has sought comment from Gunzilla.
Director Koshi Nakanishi confirms Resident Evil Requiem is not an open-world game, aiming instead for a cohesive, linear experience that blends Grace and Leon gameplay. Rumors about open-world elements arose from footage of a city street, but Capcom and the dev team emphasize a designed, story-driven approach. The ninth mainline entry releases February 27, 2026, with previews noting the game’s familiar Grace- and Leon-style segments and a return to the series’ focused pacing.
Game Informer has expanded its magazine archive to include all issues from 1991 to the present, thanks to collaboration with the Video Game History Foundation and Retromags, providing enthusiasts and researchers access to the full history of the publication and gaming culture.
Game Informer has compiled a list of their top-scoring reviews of 2024, featuring highly anticipated titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, as well as surprise hits such as Helldivers 2 and Balatro. The list will be continuously updated as more titles earn top review scores, and readers can also find top reviews from previous years on the website.
Game Informer reveals Apex Legends as its cover story, featuring a visit to Respawn's studio in Vancouver to explore the game's history and upcoming changes. The issue also includes a 26-page feature on anticipated games and expansions, as well as articles on hip-hop in video games, the Fallout TV show adaptation, Night School, and more. A Game Informer Gold version with a different cover is available in limited numbers, and print and digital editions will be released soon.
Game Informer interviewed Final Fantasy VII Rebirth's game director, Naoki Hamaguchi, asking 129 rapid-fire questions about the upcoming game, including topics such as the rumored N64 version of the original Final Fantasy 7, Zack's importance in the remake, and the possibility of mainline entries returning to Nintendo consoles. The interview also includes speculation about the next game's subtitle, with "Reloaded" being a contender.
Game Informer's latest cover features Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, offering 12 pages of content on the highly anticipated PS5 console exclusive. The publication traveled to Tokyo to try out new sections of the game and interview key creators, including Tetsuya Nomura. Expect new artwork, information, and assets to be revealed as the release date approaches.
The digital edition of Game Informer is now live, featuring a cover story on Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. The issue also includes features on Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Penny's Big Breakaway, the remake of Riven, and more. Previews for upcoming games like Grand Theft Auto and Tekken 8, as well as year-end best ofs and reader picks, are also included. Individual issues can be purchased online or at GameStop stores.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the highly anticipated second part of the Final Fantasy VII Remake series, graces the cover of Game Informer after winning "Most Anticipated Game" at The Game Awards. The cover story provides insights into the game's development, expanded gameplay, and character relationships. The issue also features the best games of 2023, extended game features, previews of upcoming titles like Grand Theft Auto VI and The Last of Us Part II Remastered, and a Game Informer Gold version.
Game Informer returns to PAX West after a few years and highlights the coolest games they played at the gaming expo, including those at Nintendo Live and private meetings, giving gamers a glimpse of upcoming releases.