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Directive 8020 Delay To 2026 Highlights Industry Turmoil

By Mazen (Mithrie) Turkmani
Published: July 23, 2025 at 12:22 AM BST

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📺 Avatar Frontiers of Pandora Introduces Third-Person Mode on December 3, 2025

Avatar Frontiers of Pandora introduces third-person mode and New Game+ features in its free update, launching December 3, 2025. Fans who prefer an over-the-shoulder perspective can switch seamlessly from first-person to third-person view, enhancing cinematic immersion as they explore lush biomes and engage with Na'vi allies. The update also adds a New Game+ option, allowing seasoned players to carry over gear and skills into a tougher replay, unlocking higher-difficulty challenges and exclusive rewards via the official Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora - Official Third-Person and New Game+ Update Trailer from IGN.


Avatar Frontiers of Pandora launches this holiday following positive reception for its cutting-edge visuals and narrative depth. To download the latest update, simply launch your Epic Games Launcher or console interface—look for the patch under "Available Downloads" and select "Update". Depending on platform, the download size is approximately 20 GB, so ensure you have adequate storage and a stable internet connection before starting. Once installed, you'll find a new "Camera View" toggle in Settings and a "New Game+" option on your save-file menu, ready to extend your journey on Pandora.

📺 Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival Promises Survival Horror Action

Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival promises a chilling single-player survival horror experience set in the iconic Hellraiser universe. Developed by Saber Interactive, the game tasks players with navigating grotesque environments, solving environmental puzzles, and confronting the Cenobites in fast-paced action sequences. Check out the spine-tingling Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival - Announcement Trailer for an early taste of the atmosphere and gameplay mechanics that blend visceral horror with strategic combat.


Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival promises cross-platform support on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, as confirmed by this report on Saber Interactive's development plans from VGC. While no release date has been set, Saber Interactive aims to nail down a launch window in early 2026. To stay up to date, follow Saber's social channels or subscribe to the official Hellraiser newsletter, where announcements about pre-order bonuses and demo availability will appear first.

📺 Directive 8020 Delayed Until First Half of 2026

Directive 8020 delayed until first half of 2026 amid industry challenges, as Supermassive Games adjusts its roadmap. The studio cited "a challenging and ever-evolving environment" and announced workforce reductions of up to 36 positions while assuring fans that development of Little Nightmares 3 remains on track. For a deeper look at their statement and context around the delay, read IGN's detailed coverage in Until Dawn Developer Blames ‘Challenging and Ever-Evolving Environment' as It Announces Layoffs, Delays Long-Awaited Next Horror Game Directive 8020 Until 2026.


Directive 8020 delayed until first half of 2026 but will benefit from additional polish and refinement. The story reveal trailer, available in full on the Directive 8020 - Story Reveal Trailer | PS5 Games on the PlayStation channel, showcases the game's psychological horror elements and narrative depth. While waiting, fans can revisit Supermassive's classic titles—whether it's Until Dawn's branching-path scares or The Dark Pictures Anthology's anthology approach—to tide themselves over until the new release.

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