All articles tagged with #stealth
Planet of Lana II on Switch 2 expands the wordless, painterly stealth-puzzle adventure with Mui-powered puzzles and a deeper robot mystery. The Switch 2 Edition runs at 60fps/1080p with a free upgrade, offering sharper visuals and quicker loading, while broadening the world and mechanics. It remains a visually stunning but relatively short journey with a moody score and strong worldbuilding, earning a solid 9/10.
Pratt & Whitney’s release about the XA103 adaptive-cycle engine includes imagery of a sixth‑generation, tailless, blended‑wing fighter with front canards, dorsal refueling, and thrust‑vectoring exhaust—design elements closely aligned with the Air Force’s Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program and the anticipated F‑47. While officials say the rendering is not a formal reveal, the visuals suggest the propulsion and airframe concepts intended for NGAD, which envisions a crewed fighter operating as part of a “family of systems” with unmanned aircraft. Boeing was selected to develop NGAD in 2025, with first flight targeted around 2028 and fielding in the 2030s.
Helldivers 2's new premium Warbond, Redacted Regiment, arrives January 20 and adds stealth-focused gear: three weapons (R-72 Censor, AR-59 Suppressor, P-35 Re-Educator pistol with delirium darts), a C4 backpack stratagem, a Lure Mine throwable, two armor sets with Reduced Signature, and a Concealed Insertion booster, plus cosmetics, all priced at 1,000 Super Credits.
Star Wars Outlaws arrives on Game Pass Ultimate with a major stealth and combat overhaul, plus two new paid story packs (Wild Card and A Pirate’s Fortune) that expand Kay Vess’s underworld journey and feature appearances from Lando Calrissian and Hondo Ohnaka. The open-world adventure lets players customize their playstyle, ally with or betray crime syndicates, and even pilot the Trailblazer across new and iconic locations, with access to both packs via Gold/Ultimate/Season Pass or as individual purchases.
China has publicly showcased its new stealthy CH-7 flying wing drone in flight for the first time, highlighting its potential for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and possibly strike roles, with advanced stealth features and high-altitude endurance, reflecting China's rapid development in UAV technology and its potential for export.
A NASA Goddard employee reports a covert office move at Building 36, with belongings packed and moved without prior notification, despite assurances that no moves would occur during the shutdown, leading to confusion and suspicion about management's communication.
Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works has unveiled the Vectis, a new stealthy, reusable collaborative combat aircraft designed for both U.S. and international military use, capable of air-to-air, air-to-surface, and surveillance missions, with flight expected in two years. The aircraft builds on previous sixth-generation prototypes and aims to offer high survivability and flexibility, potentially serving alongside crewed aircraft and competing with similar international designs.
Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works has unveiled Vectis, a highly adaptable, stealthy Group 5 combat drone designed for multi-mission roles including air-to-air, air-to-surface, and ISR, expected to fly within two years. The drone emphasizes survivability, modularity, and open mission systems, with a focus on interoperability and rapid upgradability, aiming to meet diverse operational needs across global theaters. Its development aligns with evolving military concepts like distributed operations and runway independence, though it remains runway-dependent in its current form.
China is likely to debut its advanced stealth attack drone, the FH-97, during the September Victory Day parade, potentially making it the first country with a combat-ready 'loyal wingman' drone capable of coordinated warfare alongside crewed jets.
Konami announced Fox Hunt, a new multiplayer mode for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, emphasizing stealth and survival gameplay that is distinct from previous Metal Gear Online, with more details to be revealed later.
Mudang: Two Hearts is a stealth action thriller set in a future Korea, featuring rage zombies, cinematic brawls, and espionage, with a release planned for 2026.
Lockheed Martin is working on enhancing the F-35 with advanced stealth, new weapons, and potentially an unmanned option, aiming to incorporate sixth-generation technology within two to three years to boost its capabilities and interoperability with other systems, despite losing the NGAD fighter competition to Boeing.
Turkey's first national combat aircraft, KAAN, completed its maiden flight, marking a significant milestone in the country's efforts to upgrade its air force. The fifth-generation fighter jet, initially powered by General Electric F-110 engines, boasts stealth capabilities and is part of Turkey's TF-X project. The country aims to use domestically produced engines on KAAN in serial production, starting in 2028. Additionally, Turkey recently secured a deal to procure F-16 fighter jets and modernization kits from the United States, and is also interested in purchasing Eurofighter Typhoon jets.
The Switch port of Hitman: Blood Money, titled Reprisal, brings several quality-of-life updates including Instinct Mode, a new mini-map, and gyro-aiming, making it more accessible for newcomers. Despite some dated aspects and minor performance glitches, the game still offers a fun and replayable experience for both new and returning players.
Assassin's Creed Nexus is a captivating first-person VR game that successfully incorporates stealth, combat, and parkour, capturing the essence of the Assassin's Creed franchise. The game features a lengthy story mode with three iconic protagonists from the series' history. Sneaking around and engaging in stealth mechanics in VR is thrilling and nerve-wracking, while parkour feels natural and immersive. Combat is the weakest aspect, but still offers danger and strategy. Assassin's Creed Nexus releases next month, providing a compelling reason to try out VR gaming.