Horror heads rejoice, PLAY #29 is out now! This month's eerie issue is jam-packed with frightning new details on all things Alan Wake 2, including some exclusive behind-the-scenes access at Remedy's Helsinki studio. If scares aren't you thing, we also take a look at the considerably less frightning future of PS5 with a huge feature on everything we know about the next few years of Sony's system.
Plus, we take a deep dive into Cyberpunk 2077's exciting new DLC, deliver our first look at Mortal Kombat 1, offer the verdicts on Street Fighter 6,š¹ Company of Heroes 3, The Lšord Of The Rings: Gollum, and more!
The poetry of fear: Inside Alan Wake 2
Trapped in a waking nightmare forced to write with no hope of escape? It sounds like Alan Wake has found himself locked in PLAY towers on deadline day. For our latest cover feature we go behind the scenes ź¦«at Remedy's Helsinki studio for the big scoop on this lš¬ong-awaited survival horror sequel.
We break down our experiences with a brand new demo where we saw new protagonist FBI agent Saga Anderson and her partner Alex Casey in action for the first time. In the same investigative spirit, we also interrogate Sam Lake about the game's enthralling narrative and offer some specź¦°ial insight into the shooting of its iconic live-action cutscenes. If you're a fan of survival horror, this is one feature you won't want to miss.
The future of PS5
Alan Wake 2 isn't the only exciting title on the horizon, howevā±er, so we dedicate our second feature to breaking down the exciting š vision for the future of PS5 and beyond. We've got details on all the biggest games, including Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Assassin's Creed Mirage, Marathon, and more, alongside some fresh looks at the indies that are exciting us the most.
The games are only part of the PlayStation experience, however, and we also explore the most pressing questions surrounding future Sony hardware. We might not have been able to figure out who the pricey handheld "Project Q" is actually for, but plentšy of other insight awaits you within.
Can Phantom Liberty save Cyberpunk 2077?
Can the upcoming Phantom Liberty expansion redeem one of 2020's biggest disappointments? We kick off our Iš¦nsider section with a deep dive into what is alreadā¦y shaping up to become this year's biggest (and maybe best) DLC.
Elsewhere, we have the latest on Sumo Digital's racing battle royale, the star-studded cast of the Alone In The Dark remake, an interview with NDreams' James Shepherd about the creative combat of PSVR2's frenetic shooter Synapse, fresh deets from the front lines of ę¾³ę“²å¹øčæ5å¼å„å·ē åå²ę„čÆ¢:Summer Game Fest, and more.
Mortal Kombat 1 punches ahead in our previews
Mortal Kombat is taking us back to where it all began with Mortal Kombat 1, the part sequel, paršt reboot follow up to the excellent Mortal Kombat 11. For our preview, we chat with the game's art director to discuss the series' unique new direction and get into the nitty-gritty of its exciting new Kameo fighter system.
We also blasphemed our way through the sinfully stylish Metroidvania sequel Blasphemous 2, enjoyed a more peaceful take on thšøe apocalypse in Saltsea Chronicles, checked in with Final Fantasy XVI for one last look before our full review, and much more.
Reviews: Street Fighter 6 makes a splash
It'sš been a great month for fighting games and Street Fighter 6 is already making a splash. In our review, we loved its colourful visuāals, intruiging story mode, and excellent accessibility features.
We also deliver the final verdict on The Lord Of The Rings: Gollum (spoiler alšøert: it's not good), the similarily dissapointing PS5 port of Company of Heroes 3, indies like Fights In Tight Space and Skatebird, plus much more. If it's landing on PS5, chances are we've got something to say about it insź¦ide.
Retrostation: The Order 1886 bites back
As always, we round off this issue with a blast from the past in RetroStation. This month we take another look at The Order 1886 to discuss whether this controversial werewolf-slšaying PS4 exclusive deserves all the hate.
Plus, we collected your thoughts on Doom 3 , defended Mass Effect's most boring character, and charted a brief history ź§of romance in video games. Find all this plus extra retro goodness inside.
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Techradar's Dash knows how to ask the hard questions, like "which is better, Knack or Balan Wonderworld?" When he's not playing mediocre mascot platformers or being the sole remaining Babylon's Fall player, he can be found blasting away in the likes of āCall of Duty, Overwatch 2, or, controversially for this PLAY Magazine alumni, Valorant.
