Airborne Kingdom was one of the early pioneers of what I've dubbed the "weird city builder" trend, one that takes the genre out of its realistic, SimCity-esque roots and plonks it on the back of a dinosaur or in a world populated by beavers. In Airborne Kingdom's case, the gimmick was building a flying city, and it executed that well enough to receive a score of 80% in our Airborne Kingdom review... Read more.View the full article
It's been a standout year for Pokémon fans in 2026 so far, with the hugely successful launch of Pokopiataking the world by storm and the exciting announcement of Pokémon Winds and Waves, the next mainline entries in the franchise. Further, GameBoy Advance favorites FireRed and LeafGreen officially received Switch ports on Pokémon Day this year, with the beloved GameCube sensation Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness getting a Switch 2 port as well in March. View the full article
I've been watching Warhounds with keen interest for a while now, and one of my biggest gripes with the upcoming turn-based strategy game has just been tackled by developer Everplay. Citing XCOM and Jagged Alliance as its main inspirations, it boasts all the environmental tactics and squad specialization that you want, with a refreshing focus on careful planning and "honest physics" rather than random rolls. Its Steam Next Fest demo, however, was plagued by the presence of generative AI, and I'm very thankful to see the team responding to feedback. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: AI has the potential to "change the experience" of gaming like the Xbox Kinect, says former Microsoft exec In defense of placeholder assets: why generative AI accidentally appears in so many games [Hidden Content] View the full article
Windrose is sailing with the wind at its back, and the new pirate survival game has proved such a hit that it's even managed to dethrone the longstanding champion of the genre. With the publishing might of Pocketpair behind it (the studio responsible for breakout success Palworld), developer Kraken Express has built a gorgeous PvE experience that's proving extremely popular, growing steadily over its first week. It's now surpassed even the heights of Rust, which has long sat as a staple of the Steam charts. Who knows where the limit is? Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Windrose Fifteen Men on a Dead Man's Chest quest guide How to get a shovel in Windrose How to get gunpowder in Windrose View the full article
Consumer Intelligence Research Partners estimates the Mac Mini accounted for roughly 3% of Apple's US Mac unit sales last year. That position has shifted quickly. Read Entire Article View the full article
Final Fantasy 9 is easily one of the most popular games in the entire franchise, widely hailed among fans for its iconic characters and beautiful storytelling. It's near the top of the list when it comes to fan-requested reboots, and recent developments have left many FF9 Remake hopefuls feeling discouraged after a string of leaks suggests the rumored project is "on ice." View the full article
Developer Liquid Swords has just confirmed that the console versions of Samson are currently slated for a Fall 2026 release. While the exact platforms are unconfirmed at this time, it's very likely that Samson's console ports will include PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S versions at the very least. View the full article
Resident Evil fans think that recently datamined music could point to plans for a Mercenaries mode for Requiem. Mercenaries is a popular action-focused game mode seen in numerous Resident Evil games that challenges players to defeat as many enemies as possible. Notably, the mode was added to Resident Evil 4’s remake as post-launch content. The requiem speculation stems from a selection of unused music tracks uncovered in the game’s files by social media user Syrkov. As noted by other users in the replies, some of the tracks are unusually high tempo for Requiem, and some include ‘ticking’ that potentially points to a time limit. Read More... View the full article
An indie game developer says they were left “devastated” after being informed that a trailer for their game had been pulled from the BAFTA Games Awards, 24 hours before the event. The Quiet Things is described as an “autobiographical narrative adventure” inspired by developer Alex Jones’s real childhood memories. The game deals with themes around childhood abuse, self-harm, and suicide, and, according to its developer, aims to tackle shame around these issues and open conversations. Jones told VGC that a trailer for The Quiet Things was due to be aired during Friday’s BAFTA Games Awards ceremony, but it was pulled the evening before the event, a decision she said was “difficult” for development team Silver Script Games. Read More... View the full article
Whether you're a fan of 5e or 3.5e, there's no better time to be a Dungeons and Dragons fan than now. Not only is the fandom the biggest it's ever been, there are countless resources, apps and homebrew for players to dive deep into. While there will always be a special place in my heart for the days of pen and paper, I fully admit I adore blending technology with D&D. There's simply too much cool stuff out there for me to be puritan about how I play my sword n' sorcery games. And this VTT is an awesome resource for those in-person sessions. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: A tactical TTRPG inspired by Chainsaw Man and 90s ultraviolence is coming soon Why Wyldwood is my top Kickstarter board game to watch in 2026 Hit Kickstarter board game Dice Throne comes to PC - but some fans can't stomach the price View the full article
Dark Souls is arguably the most iconic FromSoftware franchise of all time, with an extremely active community of players who remain dedicated to the trilogy to this day. While it seems pretty clear that Hidetaka Miyazaki isn't all that interested in reviving the franchise anytime soon and an official Dark Souls sequel seems highly unlikely, most fans would love to see a proper Dark Souls 1 modern-gen remake. View the full article
Vampire Crawlers is coming soon to gamers worldwide, and it's not long before it goes live. Developed by Poncle and Nosebleed Interactive, the upcoming game might seem and feel similar to Vampire Survivors, but it plays very differently. But first, let's find out when the launch goes live. Table of contentsVampire Crawlers release countdownWhat to expect from Vampire CrawlersVampire Crawlers release countdown Vampire Crawlers will be released worldwide on Tuesday, April 21. The date was previously confirmed by the developers, and it's unlikely to change at this late. The following countdown will expire once the game goes live. [hurrytimer id="1206481"] The countdown is based on the following timings. 10am PT12pm CT1pm ET6pm UTC7pm CET The timings are based on the information available from SteamDB. Any change to the timings will be duly updated on this guide. What to expect from Vampire Crawlers Vampire Crawlers is a turn-based deck builder with roguelite elements where you build different decks and chain combos to defeat the enemies. You play the cards in ascending mana order, and each step multiplies the effect of the next card. The ultimate aim is to go infinite with the stacks, but that's easier said than done. [Hidden Content] You can build decks and play at your own pace. Whether you want to be slow and methodical or quick and snappy, the choice is yours. Moreover, you'll also unlock new cards as you gain experience points and level up. That will allow you to reinforce your deck with different weapon combinations and survivors. As you explore different dungeons, you'll unearth various treasures as rewards for your efforts. While you can always reach the next level, you'll never know what awaits you next in Vampire Crawlers. You can check out the free demo that's currently available on Steam. The post Vampire Crawlers release countdown: Exact date and time appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
Xbox Game Pass members are getting a free game on April 21, and they won’t want to miss out on its arrival. So far, 2026 has been a splendid year for Microsoft’s subscription service. Over the past few months, huge AAA titles like Death Stranding and Cyberpunk 2077 have joined the catalog, along with some major indie hits. One of 2025’s best games joined Game Pass, but a few days ago, too, and it seems like the great new titles aren’t stopping any time soon. View the full article
In this episode, Hayes reviews Pragmata, Bryan checks out Gothic, and Josh dives into Mongil: Star Dive. We also chime in on the latest RPG news, such as surprise new ports for Xenosaga: Pied Piper and Wild Arms 4. View the full article
"This may be one of the longest running secrets in the history of The Elder Scrolls we are about to reveal," says the holy repository of knowledge that is the Ultimate Elder Scrolls Portal, "this has seemingly stayed hidden for 28 years from general knowledge.".. Read more.View the full article
A new RPG on Steam seems to be like a delightful blend between Baldur’s Gate 3 and Split Fiction, and fans of the genre or either of the games should consider checking it out. RPGs that have been inspired by TTRPGs have grown more popular since the release of Baldur’s Gate 3 (which is inspired by Dungeons and Dragons itself). For example, a new game inspired by BG3 and God of War was just recently made available for interested players. View the full article
The Bitter Pill quest in Windrose is one of the more challenging ones you can complete to get some extra rewards. You can obtain the quest by speaking with Doctor Galen, but the recommended character level is nine. You can attempt and even complete it earlier, but it will be pretty challenging. Let's look at what needs to be done to finish The Bitter Pill. Table of contentsWindrose The Bitter Pill quest walkthroughInfiltrate Richards' campSearch Richards' campFind the gunpowder cratesFind Francois in TortugaTell Francois of his son's fateTalk to Galen at the tavern on TortugaWindrose The Bitter Pill quest walkthrough The Bitter Pill can be broken down into the following parts. Infiltrate Richards' campSearch Richards' campDiscuss the letter with Doctor GalenFind the gunpowder cratesTalk to Doctor GalenFind Francois Arnaud on TortugaRescue Jacques Arnaud from captivity aboard a pirate shipTell Francois Arno of his son's fateTalk to Galen at the tavern on TortugaInfiltrate Richards' camp Image via Kraken Express The first task begins with infiltrating the camp of Thomas Richards. Finding the camp isn't a problem, as you can follow the quest marker. There will be plenty of enemies around the map, and you'll need to clear all of them before proceeding with the second task. Search Richards' camp Once you clear the camp of all enemies, look for clues that will help you figure out the traitor. You'll find a letter from Francois Arnaud inside a chest in the camp itself. Your next task is to discuss the matters of the letter with Doctor Galen. Image via Kraken Express When you speak with Doctor Galen, he will be shocked to learn about Arnaud's betrayal. He will then reveal that Arnaud disclosed the ship's route and also supplied pirates with gunpowder. You'll be tasked with finding the gunpowder crates. Find the gunpowder crates To find the crates, you'll need to head to Blackbeard Ruins Excavation Sites. There are three ancient chests that you can find here (separate from the crates). The exact location of the crates will be random, but you can always locate them using the quest markers. Image via Kraken Express Once done, speak with Doctor Galen once again to tell him that Francois was indeed the one who supplied the gunpowder. He will then instruct you to find Francois in Tortuga. Find Francois in Tortuga If you follow the quest marker at Tortuga, it will lead you directly to Francois. When you speak with him, he will inform you that he was forced to betray because his son is being held captive. He will agree to your requests if you manage to rescue his son, Jacques. Image via Kraken Express Keep following the marker, and you'll come across the Grim Reaper. You'll need to board the ship and take down the enemies before making your way down to the lower deck. Tell Francois of his son's fate Once you head down, Jacques will reveal that he has been blackmailing his own father. It's part of his plans to take down Francois, and your attack thwarted the plans. Return to Francois and tell him what has happened. After receiving a few Guinea and Piastre from him, return to Galen at the tavern. Talk to Galen at the tavern on Tortuga Speak with Doctor Galen once more to inform him of what has happened. Once the dialogs are complete, you'll get the following rewards. 300 Piastre15 Guinea The post How to complete The Bitter Pill in Windrose appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
World of Warcraftremains one of the most popular MMOs in the world, but plenty of fans have been unhappy with the official version of the game for a while. In recent years, a particularly large community formed around the private Turtle WoW servers, which offered a unique state of the game based on the Classic version of World of Warcraft. View the full article
The key to winning auctions and building your empire in BidKing is often hidden behind the collectors you choose. While several options are available for you to use, you need to select carefully. Each collector has a unique skill, and some are better than the rest. This guide will help you figure out the best collectors you can unlock and use. Best collector skills in BidKing The table below has a list of what I consider the best collectors in BidKing. Their skills will help you have some big advantages over your competitors before you lodge your next bid. Screenshot by Destructoid CollectorSkillAishaRelic's InsightOne of the very best skills to have if you can go past the first round. The skill reveals the outline based on the item's rarity after each round. If you can enter Round 3, you'll know how many White, Green, and Blue items are located in the lot. This is amazing information to have before you place your next bid. IvanArms InstinctWeapons sell for higher prices, which will be highlighted by the skill. All Gear, Energy, and Transportation collectibles will also be highlighted, but I love this skill for finding out hidden weapons. IsabellaRare ValuationShe can immediately reveal the rarity of the highest-rarity collectible that you can find. This will immediately give you a good idea of how much profit you can possibly make from your purchase. Her skill also highlights outlines of four Gems and Minerals collectibles at random. Gems typically fetch good prices, so it's a nice bit of information to have. RavenEndgame InsightThis collector is amazing if you can bid your way to the fifth round. The rarity of every collectible will be disclosed before you land in the final bid. Having that information will help you decide if you should put in a final bid or abstain from spending extra. VictorValue InsightThis skill will show the total number of Purple, Gold, and Red rarity collectibles. In short, you'll have a precise idea of whether the purchase you're about to make has anything of substantial value. EthanSpatial AwarenessEthan can reveal the outlines of five random collectible types. In the subsequent rounds, he will reveal the outlines of all known-rarity collectibles. If you reach the final round, he will reveal the outlines of every available collectible you can find. . While every collector has unique use-case scenarios for their skills, you'll need to predict accurately. Overbidding too much can make you take a loss and erase your credits. Unfortunately, none of the collectors mentioned on the table above are available for free, but you can unlock them for free using the in-game goodies that you'll get at launch. The post Best collectors to use in BidKing appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
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Airborne Kingdom was one of the early pioneers of what I've dubbed the "weird city builder" trend, one that takes the genre out of its realistic, SimCity-esque roots and plonks it on the back of a dinosaur or in a world populated by beavers. In Airborne Kingdom's case, the gimmick was building a flying city, and it executed that well enough to receive a score of 80% in our Airborne Kingdom review... Read more.View the full article