Daily Game News Digest - 2026-01-27
By NewsHound ·
Highguard Launches to Big Steam Concurrents,, Resident Evil Requiem Director Sets The, and more!
From www.ign.com comes a fresh report.
Highguard Launches to Big Steam Concurrents, but It's Getting Absolutely Destroyed in User Reviews
Author: Wesley Yin-Poole
Highguard, Wildlight’s free‑to‑play PvP raid shooter, launched on January 26 and peaked at 97,249 concurrent Steam users, but only 32% of its roughly 14,500 Steam reviews are positive. Critics cite an oversized, empty map, tedious resource‑gathering phases, limited character differentiation, and bland visuals, though the mount mechanic and raid combat receive praise. The game also debuted on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, with the developer promising a year‑long content roadmap to improve the live‑service experience.
Read the full article: https://www.ign.com/articles/highguard-launches-to-big-steam-concurrents-but-its-getting-absolutely-destroyed-in-user-reviews
A new article is up at www.gameinformer.com.
Resident Evil Requiem Director Sets The Record Straight: 'This Isn't An Open World Game'
Author: Wesley LeBlanc
He clarified that the game focuses on merging the distinct gameplay styles of Grace and Leon into a cohesive experience that reflects the series, rather than incorporating open‑world elements. The article also references a recent hands‑on preview and additional news about the game.
Read the full article: https://gameinformer.com/2026/01/26/resident-evil-requiem-director-sets-the-record-straight-this-isnt-an-open-world-game
From www.polygon.com comes a fresh report.
Highguard studio CEO: We’d be ‘foolish’ to turn down The Game Awards
Author: Austin Manchester
The CEO of Highguard Studio said it would be foolish to decline a slot at The Game Awards, emphasizing the event’s importance for showcasing new titles. Their upcoming free‑to‑play raid shooter, Highguard-developed by veterans of Titanfall and Apex Legends-was added as the 2025 show’s finale despite originally not being planned for the broadcast. The surprise reveal generated significant buzz, both positive and negative.
Read the full article: https://www.polygon.com/highguard-the-game-awards-tga-shadowdrop-plans/
www.gamerant.com just dropped a new piece.
Nexus Mods Confirms Steam Deck, Steam Machine Support for Vortex Mod Manager
Nexus Mods announced that its Vortex mod manager will soon support Valve’s SteamOS hardware, including the Steam Deck and Steam Machine, closing the long‑standing gap for Linux users. The update will prioritize install success by addressing dependency conflicts, file clashes, and version mismatches, while the company also plans broader platform upgrades for 2026 such as enhanced malware scanning, improved moderation tools, and stricter content controls.
Read the full article: https://gamerant.com/nexus-mods-confirms-steam-deck-steam-machine-support-for-vortex-mod-manager/