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The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Hands-On Preview: A Genuine Mass Effect Competitor in the Making

GameRant went hands-on with Owlcat Games' The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, and early impressions point to a promising Mass Effect-style experience.

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Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Hands-On Preview: Creativity and Cuteness Abound

GameRant went hands on with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and walked away feeling like it could be the series' most creative outing yet.

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Farming Gets Spooky In 11bit Studios' New Game

GameRant previews Crop, a farming simulator with horror and thriller elements from Carbonara Games and 11bit Studios.

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Magic: The Gathering Secrets of Strixhaven New Card Reveal [EXCLUSIVE]

GameRant is exclusively revealing a new card ahead of Magic: The Gathering's Secrets of Strixhaven set's release on April 24.

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Forza Horizon 6 Hands-on Preview: A Breathtaking Road Trip Through Japan

From speeding through Tokyo's streets or drifting corners in the Japanese alps, Forza Horizon 6 is a full-throttle driving experience.

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Songs of Glimmerwick Hands On Preview
Songs of Glimmerwick Preview: The Stardew Valley, Hogwarts Legacy Crossover to Keep an Eye On

Songs of Glimmerwick pulls from familiar ideas but gives them a clear identity through music, making it easy to get invested early on.

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Halloween PAX East 2026 Hands-On Preview: A Faithful Take That Feels Too Familiar

I played Illfonic’s Halloween at PAX East 2026, stepping into the role of both Michael Myers and a Haddonfield resident.

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Valor Mortis PAX East 2026 Hands-On Preview: A Must-Play Soulslike

Valor Mortis, the latest from One More Level, blends Ghostrunner elements with a first-person soulslike experience set in early 19th century France.

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Pokemon Champions Hands-On Preview: The Future of Pokemon Video Game Battles

GameRant goes hands on with Pokemon Champions, the battle-focused experience that will form the backbone of competitive Pokemon play.

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New Riftbound Unleashed League of Legends TCG Kha'Zix Card Reveal [EXCLUSIVE]

GameRant gets a preview of a new Riftbound: Unleashed card dedicated to LoL's Kha'Zix to be exclusively revealed before it's added to the gallery.

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I Played 2 Hours of Pragmata, Capcom's Unique Sci-Fi Shooter

I went hands-on with Pragmata, this time with a focus on the game's full experience including an epic boss fight.

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007 First Light Path Tracing Brings Stunning Detail to James Bond Adventure

GameRant sees an early look at the path tracing in 007 First Light and how IO Interactive is using RTX to bring the world of James Bond to life.

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As a Necromancer Fan, Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred’s Warlock Might Be My New Favorite Class [Hands-On Preview]

GameRant went hands-on with Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred's Warlock class for a preview of what to expect from the upcoming expansion.

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Magic: The Gathering Reveals New TMNT Cards, Exciting Mechanics, and a Whole Board Game

Wizards of the Coast shows GameRant new Magic: The Gathering cards from the upcoming TMNT set, as well as its mechanics and a cooperative game mode.

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Battlefield 6 Season 2 Already Beats Season 1 In a Big Way

Alongside an all-new thematic identity, gameplay mechanics and aerial vehicles, Battlefield 6 Season 2's outshines Season 1 in one major way.

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Overwatch Reign of Talon Season 1: Hands-On Preview with 5 New Heroes

GameRant went hands on with the 5 new Overwatch heroes coming in Reign of Talon Season 1 to get a taste of what players can expect at release.

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I Played 3 Hours of Resident Evil Requiem and It's The Best of Both Worlds

I went hands on with Resident Evil Requiem, playing as both Grace and Leon to see what the series' ninth entry brings to the table.

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Secretlab Pokémon Collection Reveals Their Starters in New Titan Evo Collab

The Secretlab TITAN Evo Pokémon Pikachu, Gengar, & Eevee Editions are the ideal gaming chairs for Pokémon fans who are looking to evolve their set up.

Tides of Tomorrow Hands On Preview
Tides of Tomorrow Hands-On Preview

Game Rant went hands on with Tides of Tomorrow to see how its asynchronous multiplayer lets players shape stories for those who come after.

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Code Vein 2 Dials Up Everything for a Bigger Soulslike Sequel

Code Vein 2 expands on the foundation of the first game, offering more freedom and flexibility in combat with a variety of weapon types and abilities.

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