PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Metro 2039

PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Metro 2039

Plus, StarCraft, Diablo 5, Masters of Albion, Warhammer Blood Bowl, Valor Mortis, Endless Legend 2, Guns of Eschaton, Nighthawks, and much more, too

This month, PC Gamer delivers world-exclusive access to Metro 2039, the hyper-dark new FPS from 4A Games. And we're pleased to say that PC gamers who have been itching for the next great single-player FPS campaign are not going to be disappointed. This is shaping up to be a graphical powerhouse shooter that combines the best parts of each previous Metro game into a gripping, atmospheric FPS that pulls no punches in terms of action and narrative.

There's another awesome feature in this issue of PC Gamer, too. On the long-running World War II RTS series' 20th anniversary, we speak directly to the developers who are currently looking after it and planning for its future, Relic Entertainment. And, with plenty of insider stories from the series past and present, this is a must-read for fans.

This issue is also loaded with great previews. First up we have our lead BlizzCon 2026 show report, which covers both Diablo 5 as well as the exciting new StarCraft FPS. This is followed by hands-on previews of Masters of Albion, Gundam Rogue Orbit, Guns of Eschaton, Warhammer Blood Bowl, Muramasa: Revenant Blades, and Crown of Hispania, among others.

Then, in terms of reviews, we pass our official judgement on the adrenaline-inducing Star Wars Galactic Racer, as well as Control Resonant, Endless Legend 2, Nighthawks, Valor Mortis, and Silent Hill: Townfall, among others.

Cover feature: Metro 2039

Written by: Joshua Wolens

Magazine exclusive: Until November 26th, 2026

What's in this month's cover story: We get world-exclusive access to 4A Games and its gripping new FPS, Metro 2039. And we're pleased to say that, after lengthy interviews with the game's key developers, as well as behind-the-scenes access, we discover what looks set to be the next great single-player FPS campaign, one that combines the best bits of all previous Metro games into a hyper-dark, visually stunning adventure.

Secondary feature

Company of Heroes

Written by: Leana Hafer

What's in this feature: From its first foray back in 2006, Company of Heroes has developed into one of the genre's most beloved series, with a trilogy of games and various expansions letting gamers live out some explosive, tactically satisfying World War II campaigns. So, on the series landmark 20th anniversary, we speak to Relic Entertainment about Company of Heroes' past, present, and future.

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Additional content in this month's issue

LEAD PREVIEW

Our lead preview this issue sees PC Gamer report in on the two biggest reveals from BlizzCon 2026. First, we dig into the dramatic reveal of a new single-player StarCraft FPS game and then, secondly, we explore everything we now know about Diablo 5. This is a great first look at what will no doubt be two highly anticipated games.

LEAD REVIEW

Our lead review this issue sees PC Gamer buckle up and switch on the afterburner to keep pace with the adrenaline-inducing Star Wars Galactic Racer. And, with a fresh run-based roguelite campaign structure, we find there's plenty to enjoy at breakneck speed, even if the whole racing package is a little rough around the edges.

MOD SPOTLIGHT

Just when you'd think you had seen it all, some talented modder goes and splices slick first-person action-platformer Mirror's Edge into the wet-your-pants-scary horror game, Amnesia: The Bunker. The result is Bunker's Edge, and it is as great/crazy as you imagine.

REINSTALL

The epic story-based role-playing game that forces you, repeatedly, to make genuinely difficult choices gets replayed this issue to see if, ten years later, its unique fantasy world and characters inspired by Norse mythology still hit so hard.

DIARY

This issue of PC Gamer magazine sees us continue our Starfield diary where we attempt to play a deranged corpo serial killer in Starfield. Can Pendleton, whose axe loves to whisper sweet nothings in his ear, appear like a normal corporate suit during the day, while also racking up a huge body count at night? Pick up this issue to find out.

SPECIAL REPORT

This month's special report explores the talented, dedicated modders who are releasing fan English-language translations of classic, formerly Japanese-exclusive, Mystery Dungeon games such as Torneko's Great Adventure.

HARDWARE GROUP TEST

If you're a PC gamer who prefers to keep the cooling in your rig as simple and cheap as possible, eschewing water cooling solutions, then this month's group test is for you, with the PC Gamer hardware team testing out six of the best air coolers on the market today, from budget to premium.

...and more!

Now Playing: The PC Gamer team writes about their adventures in Bloodborne, Toem 2, Morels: The Hunt 2, and Beyond Good & Evil.

They're Back: Matthew Elliott re-reviews God of War, Dream Daddy: A Dad Dating Simulator, and Dead Rising 2.

Making of: Rick Lane speaks to the developers of the survival-driving hit Pacific Drive about how they went about creating its iconic station wagon.

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Rob is editor of PC Gamer magazine and has been PC gaming since the early 1990s, an experience that has left him with a life-long passion for first person shooters, isometric RPGs and point and click adventures. Professionally Rob has written about games, gaming hardware and consumer technology for almost twenty years, and before joining the PC Gamer team was deputy editor of T3.com, where he oversaw the website's gaming and tech content as well its news and ecommerce teams. You can also find Rob's words in a series of other gaming magazines and books such as Future Publishing's own Retro Gamer magazine and numerous titles from Bitmap Books. In addition, he is the author of Super Red Green Blue, a semi-autobiographical novel about games and gaming culture. Rob loves riding motorbikes, too.

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