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Aphelion Audio Team Explains How Silence Shapes Its Sci-Fi Isolation

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Aphelion Audio Team Explains How Silence Shapes Its Sci-Fi Isolation

Don't Nod's audio team has detailed how Aphelion uses silence, naturalistic sci-fi sounds and Amine Bouhafa's score to build tension around Ariane and Thomas' separation. The studio says the Nemesis creature mixes synthetic processing with organic recordings, including dolphin and sea lion calls.

Better Than Dead Hits Steam Early Access in May

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Better Than Dead Hits Steam Early Access in May

Better Than Dead will launch on Steam Early Access on May 12. Monte Gallo says the bodycam FPS will include a full campaign at launch, with more levels and a true ending planned later.

Aphelion Launches April 28 With Don't Nod's Sci-Fi Pivot on Game Pass

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Aphelion Launches April 28 With Don't Nod's Sci-Fi Pivot on Game Pass

Aphelion launches April 28 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, with Xbox Game Pass availability on day one. Don't Nod's sci-fi adventure looks like a more physical spin on the studio's character-led storytelling.

Steam Controller Release Date Leak Lists May 4

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Steam Controller Release Date Leak Lists May 4

A now-hidden 4Gamer article reportedly listed Valve's new Steam Controller with a May 4 release date. Valve has not confirmed the date, so the timing remains a leak for now.

11 New Games Worth Watching This Week, From Saros to Moomintroll

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11 New Games Worth Watching This Week, From Saros to Moomintroll

This week’s most interesting new releases range from Housemarque’s PS5 shooter Saros to a cozy Moomin adventure, a Diablo IV expansion and several sharp indie swings. Here are the games worth keeping on your radar from April 27 to May 3, 2026.