Blast Blade from Silent Bark games is a 3D platform fighter that puts you behind the wits and weapons of warriors and magic users. You and up to four contenders face off in one of many dynamic arenas, but unlike traditional fighting games, there are no hit point bars for you to chip away at. The only way to win is to build up your opponents’ damage percentage until they’re vulnerable enough to be blasted out of the ring and over the horizon by a powerful attack.

Blast Blade's mechanics are simple and easy to grasp. There’s no need to memorize complex character moves that require on-the-dime execution. You can move freely on the land and in the air, which lets you dodge your foes' hard-hitting attacks while taking advantage of openings to get your own hits. As you pummel your opponents, you build up an Ultimate gauge. Once it’s full, you can unleash a massive attack that sends them flying. One strategic hit is all it can take to turn the tables when you’re inches from defeat. Blast Blade will feel familiar for fans of 2D platform fighters, but its unique 3D mechanics add another layer to the experience.

The fantasy-themed roster of fighters livens up fights with close-range combat and long-range attacks. The long-eared thief Nino can run circles around opponents before going in for the kill by launching himself like a little missile wrapped in kinetic energy. Glaciel, a wise and mysterious mage, hurls shards of ice from a distance. Meanwhile, the bulked-up Maddox prefers to let his enemies come at him head on, letting him grab and grapple with foes before they can even try to topple him. Whichever style you favor, you’ll find a fighter that fits what you're looking for.

And as you play, you learn more about these characters and what each of them are fighting for. The world is being torn apart by Azel, a twisted human who resents that his people don’t have the strength or longevity of the other two races, Elves and Sentients. He wants to tear everything down and build it back up in humanity's favor using the powerful Origin Crystal. It’s up to you and Blast Blade’s colorful group of warriors to stand up to him.

Story Mode provides single-player gameplay, but there are also head-to-head options through online and local multiplayer. Online battles are for up to four people, and there are lots of options to tweak your local play however you want. Create 1v1 duels, 2v2 team battles, or four-player free-for-alls. If you feel like fighting alone, spar against AI opponents to sharpen your skills.

Interested in trying Blast Blade’s 3D twist on platform fighting games for yourself? You can try out the free demo this June to acquaint yourself with its world and characters before the official launch in March 2027. Also, don’t forget to follow Blast Blade’s official X/Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Stop by the Discord to chat with fans and keep up with the latest news.

A new weekend has arrived, and today, you can save big on Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, Apple AirTags, 4K Movies, and more. Check out our top picks for Sunday, April 26, below.

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is one of the biggest RPG releases of the year so far, and this weekend you can score a copy on any platform for $49.99! This is a great entry point if you've never played a Dragon Quest adventure before, or if you're keen to explore more of the series after the HD-2D Erdrick Trilogy Remakes!

Woot has a great deal on this Sony 4K OLED BRAVIA 8 TV, with refurbished units available for $1049.99. Sony's Bravia line is well respected and usually more expensive, making this TV well worth a look if you're in the market for a new one. If you're aiming for the best picture quality and rich colors, you cannot do better than OLED, and these units are often still like new.

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade dropped on Switch 2 earlier this year, and today, you can score a copy for $29.99 from Walmart. This is the definitive version of the game, featuring Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade with all its enhancements from PS5 and Episode INTERmission, starring Yuffie Kisaragi. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is set to launch on Switch 2 in early June, so now is the time to catch up.

Kill Bill is one of Tarantino's most beloved films for a reason, with its massive revenge story spanning over two films and four and a half hours. Today, you can take home Kill Bill: Vol. 1 on 4K UHD Blu-ray for $15.49, and I'm even seeing a further discount via coupon for $11.61.

The limited time Nintendo Switch 2 - Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 Bundle is live now, and you can save $20 off a copy of Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 for a limited time. If you've yet to pick up a Switch 2 console, now is a great time, especially with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book set to launch next month.

Splatoon Raiders is officially due out this July, and pre-orders have now opened for the series' first single-player-focused game! In addition to physical Nintendo Switch 2 copies, three new Splatoon Raiders amiibo of Frye, Shiver, and Big Man are also set to release on July 23.

Amazon has the fantastic AMD Ryzen 9900X on sale today for $373.81, which saves 25% off MSRP. In our 8/10 review, we wrote, "The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X is an incredible processor, easily able to power through creative applications like Adobe Premiere and Photoshop. However, its gaming performance is a bit less impressive for the price, making it hard to recommend to dedicated PC gamers."

Apple AirTags are one of the best purchases you can make as an iPhone user. After pairing it once, you can instantly throw an AirTag almost anywhere, including a wallet, purse, backpack, suitcase, or even a Nintendo Switch 2 case. You can save over $40 today at Woot on a 4-pack.

Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble was a great return to form for the series, and if you've yet to check this one out, you can score a copy for $15 today at Amazon. There are over 200 brand new stages to discover, 300 customization items, and plenty more to check out in this one.

Amazon has the incredible Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones on sale today for $248. In our 9/10 review, we wrote, "The Sony WH-1000XM5 is hands down the best sounding and most impressive noise-canceling headphones around. They demand a high premium but the cost of audio excellence is well worth it with this pair of headphones."

Mamoru Oshii's Ghost in the Shell is still one of the most popular anime films of all time. Set in 2029 after World Wars III & IV, this film follows Motoko Kusanagi on her quest to locate a mysterious computer virus that poses a major threat to the world. You can pick this up on 4K UHD Blu-ray for $14.49 this weekend at Amazon.

The conclusion of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War is almost here, with the final cour, The Calamity, set to premiere this July. While you wait, you can score the limited edition Blu-ray of Part 3, The Conflict, for just $40.50 today at Amazon. This set only released last month and features all 14 episodes of Part 3, plus a 72-page production booklet, the NYCC 2024 panel, creditless opening/endings, and more. Now is the time to catch up on Thousand-Year Blood War before it's too late!

Noah Hunter is a freelance writer and reviewer with a passion for games and technology. He co-founded Final Weapon, an outlet focused on nonsense-free Japanese gaming (in 2019) and has contributed to various publishers writing about the medium.

Publisher Sega and developer Creative Assembly have revealed what appears to be a teaser trailer for Alien: Isolation 2.

A mysterious video titled "A False Sense of Security" was posted by the franchise’s official YouTube account today, April 26, which also happens to be Alien Day. It’s little more than an atmospheric teaser that features a rainy, outdoor location and a familiar emergency phone save station.

The teaser trailer doesn’t outright confirm that it is for the long-awaited Alien: Isolation 2, but given that Creative Assembly announced it was working on a follow-up back in late 2024, fans are already expecting an impending announcement. The only text included in the video’s description says, "A feeling of being safer than one really is."

Despite earning a strong fan base in the decade following its release, Creative Assembly and Sega refrained from making an official announcement about a sequel until the 10th anniversary of its launch in 2024. Little information about Alien: Isolation 2 was shared at the time, with the team, which includes original creative director Al Hope, mostly telling players to expect more information "when it’s ready."

"Today, I'm delighted to confirm, on behalf of the team, that a sequel to Alien: Isolation is in early development," Creative Assembly said at the time. "We look forward to sharing more details with you when we're ready."

Sega has not confirmed platforms or a release date for Alien: Isolation 2 yet. While we wait for Sega and Creative Assembly to shine more light on their Alien Day teaser video, you can see where the original game landed on our list of the top 25 best horror games of all time. You can also see where it fell on our list of the top 10 licensed games based on movies.

Michael Cripe is a freelance writer with IGN. He's best known for his work at sites like The Pitch, The Escapist, and OnlySP. Be sure to give him a follow on Bluesky (@mikecripe.bsky.social) and Twitter (@MikeCripe).