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New ReleaseFinal Fantasy X and X-2 HD Remaster Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2
Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster launches worldwide for Nintendo Switch 2 today. The collection follows Tidus and Yuna across two connected role-playing adventures, combining turn-based combat, character progression and the world of Spira.
New ReleaseCULTIC Brings Its Retro Shooter Action to Modern Consoles
CULTIC launches today for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2. The first-person shooter uses deliberately low-resolution visuals while offering fast movement, forceful weapons and physics-driven combat against a violent cult.
New ReleaseGurei Launches Worldwide
Gurei launches worldwide today. The action-focused adventure uses a dark Japanese-inspired setting filled with spirits, dangerous enemies and supernatural mysteries.
New ReleaseTwofold Expands to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch
Twofold launches today for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch. The narrative-driven game explores relationships, identity and the pressures surrounding a university art club.
New ReleaseDisgaea Mayhem Launches Across Consoles and PC
Disgaea Mayhem arrives today for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, the original Nintendo Switch and PC. The strategy role-playing game continues the series’ tradition of exaggerated statistics, grid-based battles and extensive character development.
New ReleaseConsole Archives The Conveni Revives a Japanese Management Classic
Console Archives The Conveni launches today for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. The release brings the convenience-store management simulation to current hardware, asking players to manage products, staffing, customer demand and business growth.
New ReleaseArcade Archives Armadillo Racing Returns Today
Arcade Archives 2 Armadillo Racing launches today for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2, while a standard Arcade Archives edition reaches Nintendo Switch.
New ReleaseAvatar Legends Fighting Game Launches on Most Platforms
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game launches today on its confirmed platforms apart from Xbox Series X|S, whose version has been delayed to September 3.
New ReleaseDinoblade Unleashes Sword-Wielding Dinosaurs on PC
Dinoblade launches for PC today with a deliberately unusual premise: dinosaurs fighting with oversized weapons. The action game places a sword in the jaws of a powerful spinosaurus and builds combat around dodging, blocking and heavy attacks.
Early AccessHalo: Campaign Evolved Early Access Begins
Early access begins today for eligible editions of Halo: Campaign Evolved, five days before its general July 28 release.
SubscriptionHell Is Us Joins Xbox Game Pass
Hell Is Us enters Xbox Game Pass today for cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The action-adventure game takes place in a country damaged by civil war and a supernatural disaster.
Live ServiceCall of Duty Season 5 Launches Across Black Ops 7 and Warzone
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone begin Season 5 today. The seasonal update introduces new multiplayer content, weapons, progression rewards and changes to the battle-royale experience.
Gaming EventSan Diego Comic-Con 2026 Opens With Gaming Panels and Reveals
San Diego Comic-Con 2026 begins today and runs through July 26. Alongside film, television and comics, the convention includes gaming panels, adaptations, merchandise presentations and developer appearances.
Developer UpdateTrails in the Sky 2nd Chapter Details More Characters and Fishing
Falcom has released new information and screenshots for Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter.
DelayAvatar Legends Xbox Series Version Delayed to September 3
The Xbox Series X|S edition of Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game has been delayed to September 3. Other announced versions are proceeding with their current launch schedule.
Release DateIGS Classic Arcade Collection Sets August 13 PC Release
The PC edition of IGS Classic Arcade Collection will launch through Steam on August 13. The compilation brings together games associated with International Games System, preserving a selection of older arcade experiences on current hardware.
Release DateBOKURA Comes to Nintendo Switch 2 on July 29
The Nintendo Switch 2 edition of BOKURA launches July 29. The two-player cooperative puzzle adventure gives each participant a different view of the same world, requiring constant communication to solve obstacles.
Release DateParkasaurus: Dinoluxe Edition Heads to Current Consoles
Parkasaurus: Dinoluxe Edition launches August 5 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2. The colourful management simulation asks players to build and operate a dinosaur park while balancing animal welfare, visitor satisfaction and business needs.
Game AnnouncementFOUNTAINS Announces Console Versions and New DLC
Soulslike action role-playing game FOUNTAINS is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch during 2026. The console announcement arrives alongside plans for new downloadable content.
Platform UpdateXbox Brings Backward-Compatible Console Games to PC
Microsoft has announced Xbox Backward Compatibility on PC, initially making four classic Xbox titles available.
Game AnnouncementNBA 2K27 Announced for Current Platforms
2K and Visual Concepts have announced NBA 2K27 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC. The annual basketball series is expected to update teams, presentation, career content and online modes for the new season.
ExpansionThe Witcher 3 Expansion Songs of the Past Heads to Gamescom
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion Songs of the Past will appear at Gamescom 2026.
Release DateEcho Weaver Sets October 8 Multiplatform Launch
Echo Weaver launches October 8 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC. Described as a knowledge-based Metroidvania, the game appears to make information and discovery central to progression rather than relying only on equipment upgrades.
Release DateIn Falsus Launches September 9 on PC
Visual novel-style rhythm game In Falsus will launch for PC through Steam on September 9.
TrailerLangrisser: Sea of Sword Shows Its First Gameplay
BlackJack Studio has released the first gameplay trailer, screenshots and initial details for Langrisser: Sea of Sword. The footage provides an early look at its tactical battles, characters and fantasy setting.
MobileHatsune Miku Graphy Collection Mystery Music Planet Re:Merge Announced
Crypton Future Media has announced Hatsune Miku Graphy Collection Mystery Music Planet Re:Merge for iOS and Android. The mobile project revives the name of an earlier Hatsune Miku game while introducing a new release for current devices.
Release DateTwo Point Hospital Full Health Collection Launches September 16
Two Point Hospital: Full Health Collection launches September 16. The package combines the humorous hospital-management simulation with its additional content, offering a more complete edition for players who missed the earlier releases.
SaleXbox Ultimate Game Sale Enters Its Final Week
Microsoft’s Xbox Ultimate Game Sale continues through July 29 with discounts across console and PC releases. Savings vary by region, membership status and edition.
Regional ReleaseSplatoon Raiders Leads This Week’s Japanese Releases
Splatoon Raiders is one of the leading Japanese releases this week for Nintendo Switch 2. The regional schedule also includes The Angel Next Door Spoils...
Game AnnouncementMXGP 26 Announced for PS5, Xbox Series and PC
Nacon and Artefacts Studio have announced MXGP 26: The Official Game for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The licensed motocross title will return...
Game AnnouncementGennady Adds Console Versions
Monochrome roguelike platformer Gennady is now planned for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch in addition to PC...
BetaModern Warfare 4 Open Beta Runs August 28 to September 1
Activision and Infinity Ward have confirmed that the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 open beta will run from August 28 through September 1. Access arrang...
Release DateSkatesterre Sets August 13 Release Date
Fast-paced arcade skating game Skatesterre launches August 13 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC. The newly confirmed date pos...
TrailerPersona 4 Revival Introduces Chie Satonaka
Atlus has released a new Persona 4 Revival character trailer focusing on Chie Satonaka. The footage offers another look at the remake’s updated interpre...
Game AnnouncementASYLUM Announced for Consoles This Winter
SOEDESCO will publish Senscape’s supernatural horror adventure ASYLUM for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch this winter....
Release WindowElements Destiny Targets a Fall Launch
Elements Destiny is scheduled to launch this fall. The confirmed seasonal window gives the project a broad target between September and December, but no...
Game AnnouncementWreckreation 2 Announced for Consoles and PC
Wreckreation 2 has been announced for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The sequel is expected to continue the series’ mixture of arcade driving, o...
Gaming EventTHQ Nordic Digital Showcase Returns August 7
THQ Nordic’s 2026 digital showcase is scheduled for August 7. The publisher is expected to present trailers and updates covering its upcoming catalogue....
Gaming EventSuper Robot Wars Anniversary Broadcast Set for August 1
Bandai Namco will host a Super Robot Wars 35th Anniversary livestream on August 1. The 90-minute programme is expected to celebrate the tactical role-pl...
Gaming EventSan Diego Comic-Con Gaming Events Begin July 23
San Diego Comic-Con 2026 begins tomorrow and runs through July 26. Gaming-related panels, adaptations, merchandise presentations and developer appearanc...
Gaming EventGamescom 2026 Sells Out Its Exhibition Space
Gamescom 2026 has filled its available exhibitor space and added companies including Konami and Tencent Games to its participant roster. The Cologne con...
Live ServiceZenless Zone Zero Offers New Game Pass Benefits on July 29
Zenless Zone Zero receives new Xbox Game Pass benefits on July 29 alongside Version 3.1. Microsoft’s announcement highlights the arrival of Remielle and...
SubscriptionEight Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass on July 31
Microsoft has confirmed that Back to the Dawn, Celeste, Crusader Kings III, Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord, My Friendly Neighborhood, Rain World, Sniper E...
SubscriptionHeretic and Hexen Join Game Pass Premium
The enhanced Heretic + Hexen collection joins Xbox Game Pass Premium on August 4 while remaining available through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass....
SubscriptionBeast of Reincarnation Comes to Game Pass on August 4
Game Freak’s Beast of Reincarnation launches through Xbox Game Pass on August 4 for cloud, Xbox Series X|S, supported handheld devices and PC. The post-...
SubscriptionCorsair Cove Sails Into PC Game Pass on July 31
Corsair Cove joins PC Game Pass on July 31. The pirate city-builder asks players to establish a settlement, manage production chains, assemble fleets an...
SubscriptionMistfall Hunter Joins Game Pass on July 30
Mistfall Hunter will launch through Xbox Game Pass on July 30 for cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The dark-fantasy extraction action RPG allows players t...
Upcoming ReleaseGurei Prepares for Worldwide Release
Gurei is scheduled for a worldwide launch on July 23. Current release calendars confirm the date, although detailed platform and regional information sh...
Upcoming ReleaseCULTIC Expands to Current Consoles on July 23
Retro-inspired first-person shooter CULTIC launches for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 on July 23. The game combines deliberately...
Upcoming ReleaseFinal Fantasy X and X-2 HD Remaster Reaches Switch 2 Tomorrow
Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster launches worldwide for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 23. The collection brings the connected stories of Tidus and Yuna to...
SubscriptionHell Is Us Joins Xbox Game Pass Tomorrow
Hell Is Us enters Xbox Game Pass on July 23 for cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The action-adventure game takes place in Hadea, a country damaged by civi...
SubscriptionXbox Confirms Halo: Campaign Evolved for Game Pass on July 28
Halo: Campaign Evolved will join Xbox Game Pass at launch on July 28 across cloud, console, supported handheld devices and PC. The remake rebuilds the o...
BetaThe Duskbloods Network-Test Applications Open Today
Applications open today for FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods network test on Nintendo Switch 2. The actual test sessions are scheduled for August 21 throug...
New ReleaseShift at Midnight Launches Day One on Xbox Game Pass
Shift at Midnight launches today for Xbox Series X|S and PC, with cloud access and day-one availability through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass...
New ReleaseLIFTED Launches Its Time-Travelling Puzzle Adventure
LIFTED launches worldwide for PC today. Formerly known as Ari Buktu and the Anytime Elevator, the side-scrolling puzzle platformer follows a young adven...
New ReleaseTears of Metal Enters PC Early Access
Tears of Metal launches in Steam Early Access today. Paper Cult’s cooperative hack-and-slash roguelike sends Scottish warriors into large battles agains...
New ReleaseScarlet Deer Inn Launches With Hand-Embroidered Animation
Scarlet Deer Inn launches for PC today as an unusual narrative platformer whose character artwork is physically embroidered before being digitised and animated. Created by Czech husband-and-wife studio Attu Games, the adventure follows a mother exploring a folklore-inspired world and dangerous underground passages illuminated by a single torch.
New ReleaseFading Echo Begins Its Desertpunk Adventure on PC
Fading Echo launches for PC today through Steam and the Epic Games Store. The third-person action adventure follows a young heroine travelling across the floating islands of Corel while learning to transform into and manipulate water.
New ReleaseRetrace the Light Arrives on PlayStation 5
Top-down action adventure Retrace the Light launches for PlayStation 5 today. Players explore abandoned ruins, battle enemies seeking the world’s HashRate and uncover the history of the mysterious YUAN realm.
New ReleaseThe Planet Crafter Launches on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series
The Planet Crafter reaches PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S today after building a substantial PC audience. The non-violent survival and crafting game asks players to transform a barren planet by increasing heat, oxygen and atmospheric pressure until rivers, forests and wildlife emerge.
SubscriptionThe Planet Crafter Joins Xbox Game Pass
The Planet Crafter enters Xbox Game Pass today alongside its Xbox Series launch. Subscribers can begin terraforming alone or in online cooperative groups, gathering resources and constructing increasingly advanced machinery across a hostile planet.
SubscriptionPlayStation Plus July Game Catalog Rolls Out Today
Sony’s July PlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions become broadly available today for Extra and Premium subscribers. The confirmed selection includes Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Rise of the Ronin and Firefighting Simulator: Ignite, alongside additional games that may vary by region.
SubscriptionAvatar: Frontiers of Pandora Enters PlayStation Plus
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora joins the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog today on PlayStation 5. Ubisoft’s open-world adventure follows a Na’vi protagonist exploring Pandora’s Western Frontier, combining aerial traversal, crafting, ranged combat and resistance against the RDA.
SubscriptionRise of the Ronin Expands Its PlayStation Plus Audience
Team Ninja’s Rise of the Ronin becomes part of the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog today. Set during the final years of Japan’s Tokugawa shogunate, the action role-playing game combines open-world exploration with sword combat, firearms, political factions and consequential story decisions.
SubscriptionFirefighting Simulator: Ignite Joins PlayStation Plus
Firefighting Simulator: Ignite enters the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog today for PlayStation 5. Players respond to building fires using licensed equipment and vehicles while managing spreading flames, heat and smoke.
Game UpdateMarathon Opens Its Limited Vault Breaker PvE Mode
Marathon’s mid-season update begins today with Vault Breaker, an experimental player-versus-environment mode that removes the pressure of fighting rival squads. Teams enter a separate activity, complete objectives and face controlled combat encounters, but leave their collected loot behind when the mission ends.
Game UpdateMarathon Adds Cradle Evolution Progression
Bungie’s Marathon mid-season update introduces the first version of Cradle Evolution today. Players who have fully upgraded a Cradle can reset its progression in exchange for another maximum energy point and unique cosmetic rewards.
SaleAn Elder Scrolls-Inspired Arthurian RPG Receives a 50 Percent Discount
A fantasy role-playing game frequently compared with The Elder Scrolls has received a 50 percent PC discount today. The promotion highlights continued interest in first-person, open-ended fantasy adventures while Bethesda’s next mainline Elder Scrolls remains years away.
BetaModern Warfare 4 Beta Dates Confirmed for August
Activision has confirmed that the multiplayer beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will run during August. Unlike some previous Call of Duty tests, Game Pass subscribers will not receive a separate preferential access window purely through their subscription.
Game AnnouncementUbisoft Promises Ghost Recon News in August
Ubisoft says it will provide new Ghost Recon information in August. The statement confirms that the military-action franchise will soon re-enter the publisher’s public communications, but Ubisoft has not yet identified the project, platforms or release window.
Upcoming ReleaseDinoblade Brings Sword-Wielding Dinosaur Combat This Week
Dinoblade is preparing to launch on PC this week with a premise that turns prehistoric predators into action-game warriors. Players control a spinosaurus capable of carrying an oversized sword in its jaws while fighting other dinosaurs and enormous threats.
IndustryTides of Annihilation Recasts Its Lead Role
Jennifer English has left the lead role in Tides of Annihilation, prompting the development team to recast the character. English is widely recognised for performances in Baldur’s Gate 3 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
SecurityFBI Arrest Follows Alleged Malware-Laced Steam Game Theft
United States authorities have arrested a 21-year-old accused of distributing malware through games uploaded to Steam and stealing approximately $200,000. Investigators allege that compromised users’ information was used to purchase traceable gift cards, including Uber Eats credit.
SaleSteam Train Fest Offers Discounts Across Railway Games
Steam’s Train Fest continues with discounts and demonstrations covering railway simulators, management games and train-themed adventures. Train Simulator Classic’s enormous downloadable-content library has attracted attention because buying every discounted add-on would still cost several thousand dollars.
Developer UpdatePath of Exile Developers Reconsider New-Player Friction
Grinding Gear Games says it wants Path of Exile to become easier for newcomers to understand, but the studio is not currently prepared to let established players bypass the lengthy campaign at the beginning of every league.
Developer CommentTodd Howard Says Bethesda Draws Ideas From Reddit
Bethesda director Todd Howard says he regularly reads Reddit and that player discussions can contain useful ideas for the studio’s games. His comments do not mean popular suggestions are automatically adopted, because development priorities still depend on technical feasibility, budget and creative direction.
Film and TelevisionCall of Duty Movie Setting Has Been Chosen
Activision has confirmed the setting for its developing Call of Duty film project. The company has not transformed the announcement into a complete production reveal, leaving questions about casting, release timing and its relationship to individual game storylines.
MilestonePalworld Maintains Nearly One Million Concurrent Players
0 release. The figure demonstrates renewed interest after the game spent more than two years evolving through early access.
MobileFinal Fantasy XIV Mobile Project Reportedly Ends Before Global Launch
The attempt to bring Final Fantasy XIV to mobile devices has reportedly ended before receiving a worldwide release. The project had aimed to adapt the long-running MMORPG for phones while preserving its story and social systems.
DelayGame of Thrones Strategy Game Slips Beyond 2026
The officially licensed Game of Thrones real-time strategy project remains in development but is no longer expected to launch during 2026. Its presentation continues to lean heavily on the visual identity and political conflicts of HBO’s television adaptation.
Unofficial ProjectUnofficial Gears of War 2 PC Port Appears From Leaked Build
An unofficial PC version of Gears of War 2 has emerged from a leaked 2008 development build. The project is not an authorised Microsoft or Xbox release and may contain unfinished code, missing features and significant security or legal risks.
PromotionBorderlands 4 Golden-Key Code Reaches Expiration Date
A Borderlands 4 SHiFT code providing three Golden Keys reaches its listed expiration today. Golden Keys unlock special reward chests but do not guarantee a particular weapon or rarity.
Upcoming ReleaseTears of Metal Prepares for July 22 Early Access
Cooperative hack-and-slash roguelike Tears of Metal enters PC early access tomorrow, July 22. The game combines large enemy crowds, Scottish-inspired warriors and repeated runs in which players develop new abilities and tactical combinations.
Upcoming ReleaseLIFTED Launches on PC July 22
LIFTED is scheduled to launch for PC tomorrow, July 22. The release joins a busy midweek selection of independent games and will compete for attention ahead of several larger launches later in July.
IndustryPhysical Gaming’s Decline Returns to the Spotlight
The future of boxed video games is receiving renewed attention as major publishers accelerate their transition toward digital distribution. Sony has announced that production of physical discs for newly released PlayStation games will end in January 2028, while Rockstar’s planned physical edition of Grand Theft Auto VI is expected to contain a download code rather than a playable disc.
IndustryBethesda Leadership Reflects on the Impact of Xbox Layoffs
Bethesda executive producer Todd Howard has discussed the personal and professional effects of Microsoft’s recent Xbox workforce reductions. He described the period as difficult for both individuals and development teams while expressing cautious optimism about Bethesda’s future.
ReleaseThe Life and Suffering of Sir Brante Reaches Switch in North America
Narrative role-playing game The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante is listed for release on Nintendo Switch in North America today. The game follows a character living under a rigid social order where birth, class and personal decisions shape an entire lifetime.
SubscriptionPlayStation Plus July Catalog Prepares for July 21 Rollout
Sony’s July PlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions are scheduled to become available on July 21. Announced highlights include Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Rise of the Ronin and Firefighting Simulator: Ignite.
SubscriptionThe Planet Crafter Joins Xbox Game Pass on July 21
Survival and terraforming game The Planet Crafter is scheduled to enter Xbox Game Pass on July 21. Players explore an inhospitable world, gather resources and construct machinery capable of transforming the atmosphere and environment.
ReleaseCozy Battle Royale 2026 Heads to European Switch Stores
Cozy Battle Royale 2026 is listed for a July 21 Nintendo Switch release in the United Kingdom and Europe. The title appears to combine battle-royale structure with a lighter and more approachable presentation than the genre’s typical military settings.
ReleasePit Panic Targets July 21 Switch Release
Pit Panic is listed for release on the North American Nintendo Switch eShop on July 21. Detailed information remains limited, making its storefront description and launch footage particularly important for prospective buyers.
BetaMarvel Tōkon Open Beta Begins July 24
The open beta for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is scheduled to run from July 24 through July 26. Developed with Arc System Works, the game uses a tag-based fighting structure and a stylised presentation inspired by Japanese animation.
BetaThe Duskbloods Network Test Applications Open July 22
Applications for a network test of FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods are expected to open on July 22. The test itself is planned for August 21 through August 24 on Nintendo Switch 2.
ReleaseSeveral Smaller Switch Games Prepare for July 22 Launch
The Nintendo Switch release calendar lists several digital games for July 22 in the United Kingdom and Europe, including 28 Days Train Wreck Survivor, Anime Uni 3D: Hot Vacay, Blast'N Bounty and Cubic Riders. These releases span different genres and production scales, and some currently have limited independent coverage.
Upcoming ReleaseHalo: Campaign Evolved Approaches July 28 Release
Halo: Campaign Evolved is scheduled to launch on July 28 for Xbox Series X and S, PC and PlayStation 5. The project rebuilds the original Halo campaign with contemporary technology while retaining its foundational story and combat structure.
SaleXbox Ultimate Game Sale Continues Through July 29
Microsoft’s Xbox Ultimate Game Sale remains active through July 29, covering a broad selection of console and PC games. Advertised discounts reach as high as 90 percent on selected products, although pricing varies by region, edition and membership status.
SalePlayStation Summer Sale Remains Active
Sony’s seasonal PlayStation Store promotion continues with discounts across PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games, expansions and premium editions. Prices and ending dates can differ between regional storefronts, so customers should rely on their local store rather than screenshots from another country.
Gaming EventPC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct Confirmed for September 20
The PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct will return on September 20, 2026. The broadcast is expected to feature announcements, trailers and presentations connected with the Tokyo Game Show period.
Gaming EventThree Future Games Shows Planned for Gamescom 2026
GamesRadar has announced three Future Games Show programs during Gamescom 2026. The main Future Games Show at Gamescom and a separate live program from the exhibition floor are scheduled for August 26, followed by a Best of Gamescom broadcast on August 30.
Gaming EventGamescom 2026 Opening Night Live Set for August 25
Gamescom’s major announcement week will begin with Opening Night Live on August 25 before the public-facing convention activity expands in Cologne. The program traditionally combines new trailers, release-date announcements and updates for previously announced games.
SubscriptionGears of War: Reloaded Anchors July Game Pass Lineup
Gears of War: Reloaded remains one of the most prominent additions in Xbox Game Pass’s July schedule. The remastered shooter supports modern display options and includes campaign and multiplayer content associated with the original release.
Upcoming ReleaseGears of War: E-Day Remains Scheduled for October 6
Microsoft’s current release schedule places Gears of War: E-Day on October 6, 2026. The game is a prequel exploring an earlier stage of the conflict that shaped the original Gears of War trilogy.
SubscriptionPlayStation Plus Monthly Games Remain Available During July
July’s PlayStation Plus Monthly Games include Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, For the King II and CrossCode. The selection became available on July 7 and remains claimable during the monthly redemption period.
DemoYoshi and the Mysterious Book Demo Available on Switch 2
Nintendo Switch 2 owners can download a free demo of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book from the eShop. The demo covers the opening portion of the game and allows compatible save data to carry into the full version.
Hardware and SoftwareNintendo Switch 2 Release Calendar Expands Through Late July
Nintendo’s official and regional release schedules show a steady flow of Switch 2 and original Switch software through the remainder of July. The mix includes major releases, upgraded editions and smaller eShop games.
PreservationPlayStation’s 2028 Disc Decision Raises Preservation Questions
Sony’s plan to stop producing physical discs for newly released PlayStation games from January 2028 has prompted debate beyond ordinary retail preferences. Physical copies allow lending, resale and preservation without relying entirely on an account or active storefront.
BusinessDigital Sales Continue to Reshape Console Economics
Publishers increasingly derive most software revenue from downloads, subscriptions and in-game spending rather than boxed products. Capcom has reported that digital purchases represent the overwhelming majority of its game sales, while Sony has similarly highlighted strong digital adoption.
ReportSony’s Future Hardware Strategy Fuels Handheld Discussion
Recent Sony investor comments have encouraged speculation that portable gaming could play a larger role in the next PlayStation generation. The company has discussed making PlayStation experiences accessible beyond the traditional living-room console and has pointed to products such as PlayStation Portal.
RetailGrand Theft Auto VI Download-Code Box Renews Ownership Debate
Rockstar’s reported plan to sell Grand Theft Auto VI in physical packaging containing a digital download code has become a focal point in the discussion about game ownership. Such packaging can provide a collectible box but does not offer the independence of a playable disc.
Release Calendar2026 Release Calendar Remains Crowded for PC and Consoles
The second half of 2026 contains a dense schedule of major and independent releases across PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo platforms. Frequently updated calendars list games including Halo: Campaign Evolved, Gears of War: E-Day and numerous smaller productions.
BusinessXbox Says Players Should Not Fixate on Single-Player Console Exclusivity
An Xbox executive has encouraged players not to focus too heavily on whether individual single-player games remain exclusive to one console. The comments reflect Microsoft’s continuing strategy of reaching audiences across Xbox consoles, PC, cloud services and selected rival platforms.
HardwareSteam Machine Launches Above the $1,000 Mark as Valve Flags Memory Costs
Valve’s new Steam Machine has entered the market at a price exceeding $1,000, placing it closer to premium gaming PCs than traditional consoles. Valve has also warned that continuing pressure on memory supply and component pricing remains a challenge.
Developer CommentFormer GTA 5 Developer Expects GTA 6 to Be Enormous
A former Grand Theft Auto 5 developer has said he can only imagine the scale of Grand Theft Auto 6, describing the long-awaited project as potentially monstrous in size. The statement is personal commentary rather than new information from Rockstar Games.
IndustryBethesda Workers’ Union Challenges the Timing of Fallout Announcements
The United Videogame Workers-CWA has argued that excitement around Bethesda’s newly discussed Fallout and Elder Scrolls projects should not distract from layoffs affecting development teams. The union’s response contrasts celebratory franchise messaging with concerns about job losses and working conditions.
DevelopmentFallout 5 and The Elder Scrolls 6 Will Share Creation Engine 3 Technology
Bethesda says Fallout 5 and The Elder Scrolls 6 are being developed around Creation Engine 3, a shared technology platform built following Starfield. The studio believes the common foundation will help multiple teams support large projects without rebuilding every underlying system independently.
ReportSaber Executive Floats 2028 Target for Knights of the Old Republic Remake
Saber Interactive business executive Steve Allison has indicated that the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake is hopefully part of the company’s 2028 lineup. Saber subsequently confirmed that his comments were authentic, but the studio stressed that this was not a formal release-date announcement.
Release DateAgent 64: Spies Never Die Sets August 11 Launch
Retro spy shooter Agent 64: Spies Never Die is scheduled to launch on August 11 after an extended development period. Inspired by the structure and visual language of Nintendo 64-era shooters, it combines objective-driven missions with deliberately nostalgic presentation.
SaleHumble’s 2K Megahits Bundle Offers 15 Games for $15
A new Humble Bundle packages 15 games from 2K and associated labels for approximately $15 at its highest tier. The selection includes titles from series such as BioShock, Borderlands and XCOM, alongside Risk of Rain 2 and Bulletstorm: Full Clip Edition.
Game UpdateRaids Arrive in Solo Simulated-MMO Experience
A single-player game designed to recreate the rhythms of an online MMO has added raid-style content. The update adapts group-oriented ideas such as coordinated mechanics, escalating boss encounters and specialised roles for an experience that can be played without a conventional online party.
BetaMarvel Tōkon Open Beta Begins July 24
Sony and Arc System Works will run an open beta for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls from July 24 through July 26. The test offers players a limited opportunity to sample the anime-influenced tag-fighting system before the full release.
SubscriptionPlayStation Plus July Catalog Additions Arrive July 21
Sony’s July PlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions are scheduled to become available on July 21. The lineup includes Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Rise of the Ronin, Firefighting Simulator: Ignite and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind, among other titles.
Upcoming ReleaseHalo: Campaign Evolved Nears July 28 Release
Halo: Campaign Evolved is approaching its July 28 launch on Xbox Series X|S, PC and PlayStation 5. The remake rebuilds the original Halo campaign with modern technology and adds three new missions involving Master Chief and Sergeant Johnson.
SaleXbox Ultimate Game Sale Continues Through July 29
Microsoft’s 2026 Xbox Ultimate Game Sale remains active through July 29, offering discounts across Xbox consoles and PC. Hundreds of products are included, with some reductions advertised at up to 90 percent.
SalePlayStation Summer Sale Continues Across PS5 and PS4
Sony’s PlayStation Store Summer Sale continues today with discounts on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games, expansions and premium editions. The promotion covers a wide range of publishers, but products, prices and ending dates can vary between regional storefronts.
Gaming EventGamescom 2026 Will Host Three Future Games Show Programs
The Future Games Show will return during Gamescom 2026 with three separate broadcasts. Future Games Show at Gamescom and FGS Live From Gamescom are planned for August 26, followed by a Best of Gamescom program on August 30.
Gaming EventSega Prepares Major Gamescom 2026 Lineup
Sega has outlined a substantial presence for Gamescom 2026, with Persona 4 Revival, Crazy Taxi: World Tour and Stranger Than Heaven among its leading attractions. The event runs in Cologne from August 26 through August 30.
BetaThe Duskbloods Network Test Applications Open on July 22
Applications for FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods network test are due to open on July 22. Testing is scheduled for August 21 through August 24 on Nintendo Switch 2, with Nintendo Switch Online required for participation.
IndustryAvatar Legends Fighting Game Approaches July 23 Release Amid Staffing Controversy
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is scheduled for release on July 23, but discussion around the launch has shifted toward the involvement of programmer Mike Zaimont. Paramount Game Studios confirmed his work on the project after attention returned to previous allegations concerning his workplace conduct at Lab Zero Games.
CommunityAssassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Players Find Treasure Early Through Luck
Some Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced players are unintentionally bypassing portions of treasure hunts by discovering buried rewards before following every intended clue. The outcomes appear to result from unusual luck and knowledge of possible locations rather than a newly announced feature.
Developer UpdateBlack Flag Resynced Team Plans Option to Hide Edward’s Blowpipe
The developers of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced are working on an option that would let players hide Edward Kenway’s blowpipe. The request may sound cosmetic, but the team says equipment interactions and character-model requirements make the change more complicated than simply removing an object.
ReleasePalworld 1.0 Begins Its Post-Early-Access Phase
Palworld has entered its full-release era after more than two years of early-access development. 0 consolidates the creature-collecting survival game’s building, automation, exploration and combat systems while introducing additional content and balance changes.
ExpansionDayZ: Badlands Expansion Targets October
Bohemia Interactive plans to release the DayZ: Badlands expansion in October. Its new Nasdara map replaces the series’ familiar temperate environments with exposed desert terrain, severe heat and reduced access to vital resources.
RetailMortal Shell 2 Limited PS5 Physical Edition Sells Out
The limited PlayStation 5 physical edition of Mortal Shell 2 has sold out, indicating strong demand among collectors for the boxed version. The achievement should be interpreted carefully because the publisher has not disclosed the size of the production run.
MilestoneStarfield Passes 17 Million Players
Bethesda says Starfield has now been played by more than 17 million people. The number measures players rather than straightforward unit sales because Starfield is also available through subscription services.
Live ServiceStarfield’s Third-Year Support Will Extend Into 2027
Bethesda’s current Starfield roadmap includes additional stories, targeted gameplay improvements and new Starborn content extending into 2027. The publisher has confirmed the broad direction but has not supplied a complete calendar, expansion title or detailed feature breakdown.
Game AnnouncementObsidian Is Working on a New Fallout Project
Bethesda has confirmed that Obsidian Entertainment is developing another project within the Fallout universe. Obsidian’s history with Fallout: New Vegas makes the news particularly significant, but neither company has identified the new game as New Vegas 2.
Game AnnouncementFallout 3 and New Vegas Remasters Remain in Development
Bethesda has confirmed remastered editions of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas. No release dates, platform lists or detailed comparisons have been announced, leaving open questions about graphics, controls, interfaces, mod support and restored material.
DevelopmentThe Elder Scrolls 6 Remains Bethesda’s Main Production Focus
Bethesda says the majority of its core development team remains focused on The Elder Scrolls 6. Todd Howard has indicated that the project is being played internally and is progressing in line with the studio’s expectations.
Game AnnouncementFallout 5 Is Confirmed but Remains a Long-Term Project
Bethesda has formally acknowledged Fallout 5 as its eventual next mainline entry, while making clear that it remains a long-range project. The Elder Scrolls 6 is taking priority, and Fallout 5 is still positioned around early planning and shared technology development.
Gaming EventPersona 4 Revival and Sega’s Biggest Upcoming Games Confirmed for Gamescom
Sega has confirmed a substantial Gamescom 2026 lineup led by Persona 4 Revival, Crazy Taxi: World Tour and Stranger Than Heaven. The games will be presented during the Cologne event from August 26 to August 30, giving visitors an opportunity to see more of several projects that have so far appeared mainly through trailers and publisher presentations.
TrailerWhere Winds Meet Shows the Hidden Mountain Region in New Trailer
A new Where Winds Meet trailer offers an extended look at Hidden Mountain, a scenic but dangerous region filled with forests, ruins and martial-arts encounters. The footage highlights traversal, environmental scale and battles against human opponents across elevated terrain.
IndustryZERO PARADES Studio Warns That Up to 32 Positions Are at Risk
The studio behind ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies has issued redundancy and at-risk notices affecting as many as 32 employees. The announcement adds another developer to the growing list of game companies dealing with restructuring and job insecurity.
TrailerMistfall Hunter Cinematic Teaser Introduces Its Dark Fantasy Battlefield
Mistfall Hunter has received a new cinematic teaser centred on the ruined realm of Weavereach and the warriors entering it. The video presents the extraction action game’s grim tone, class-based fighters and supernatural enemies, but it is primarily cinematic rather than a detailed systems demonstration.
Live ServiceBattlefield 6 Details Naval Warfare Ahead of Season 4
Battlefield Studios has published a gameplay deep dive into naval warfare planned for Battlefield 6 Season 4. The presentation shows how boats, coastal objectives and combat across water will become more important during the new season.
Developer UpdateBlack Flag Resynced Developers Discuss DLC Ideas but Do Not Confirm Freedom Cry
The Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced team has discussed possible downloadable-content ideas, while stressing that no firm commitment has been made regarding a new version of Freedom Cry. Game director Richard Knight said the team remains focused on Edward Kenway as the centre of the remake.
SalesAssassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Passes Three Million Copies
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced has crossed three million copies sold roughly one week after release. The milestone gives Ubisoft’s remake a strong commercial opening and indicates significant demand for the return of Edward Kenway’s Caribbean adventure.
DevelopmentThe Elder Scrolls 6 Remains Bethesda’s Main Development Priority
Bethesda says The Elder Scrolls 6 remains its primary development focus, with the majority of the core team working on the long-awaited role-playing game. Todd Howard described development as being where the studio expected it to be and said the team is regularly playing the project internally.
Game AnnouncementObsidian Is Developing a New Fallout Project
Bethesda has confirmed that Obsidian Entertainment is working on a new Fallout game. Obsidian previously created Fallout: New Vegas, making the announcement particularly significant for longtime fans.
Game AnnouncementFallout 3 and New Vegas Remasters Are Officially in Development
Remastered versions of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas are in development, according to Bethesda’s latest franchise update. Neither project currently has a release date, confirmed platform list or detailed description of its technical improvements.
Game AnnouncementFallout 5 Confirmed as Bethesda’s Long-Term Destination
Bethesda has formally acknowledged Fallout 5 as its eventual next mainline Fallout game. Todd Howard described the project as a long-range destination and indicated that it remains in an early preproduction phase.
BusinessZeniMax Online Studios Will Work More Closely Across the Fallout Franchise
ZeniMax Online Studios is expected to collaborate more closely with Bethesda on future Fallout activity while continuing to support its existing online work. Bethesda’s announcement suggests a more coordinated approach across teams and franchise projects following recent internal restructuring.
MilestoneStarfield Reaches 17 Million Players
Bethesda says Starfield has now reached more than 17 million players. The figure represents total players rather than confirmed copies sold, because the game has also been distributed through subscription services.
Live ServiceStarfield Year Three Plans Include New Stories and Gameplay Improvements
Bethesda has confirmed that Starfield will continue receiving new content during its third year. The roadmap includes targeted gameplay improvements, additional updates and new Starborn content planned for 2027.
TrailerMarvel’s Wolverine Trailer Reveals Tokyo and Lady Deathstrike
Insomniac Games has released a new Marvel’s Wolverine trailer featuring Tokyo, Lady Deathstrike and a more violent look at Logan’s combat abilities. The footage reinforces the game’s darker tone and close-range action while offering new glimpses of its locations and supporting cast.
IndustryMarathon Game Director Joe Ziegler Leaves Bungie
Marathon game director Joe Ziegler has announced his departure from Bungie. Del Chafe III and Julia Nardin are now leading the extraction shooter as development continues.
Industryid Software Leadership Pushes Back Against Layoff Concerns
id Software co-director Hugo Martin has rejected claims that the Doom studio has been completely weakened by Microsoft’s recent gaming layoffs. Martin said the team remains excited about its future work and will discuss new projects when approval and timing allow.
ExpansionDayZ Badlands Expansion Launches in October
Bohemia Interactive has announced an October release window for DayZ: Badlands. The expansion introduces Nasdara, a harsh desert environment that changes the survival game’s familiar conditions with extreme heat, exposed terrain and scarce resources.
TrailerThe Relic: First Guardian Trailer Highlights Its 80-Boss Ambition
A new trailer for The Relic: First Guardian focuses on several of the action role-playing game’s larger enemies and reiterates plans for approximately 80 bosses. The project combines Souls-like combat with a journey to restore a fractured world.
RetailMortal Shell 2 Limited Physical Edition Sells Out on PS5
The limited physical PlayStation 5 edition of Mortal Shell 2 has sold out. The result demonstrates demand for a collectible disc release even as some publishers continue shifting toward digital distribution.
Developer UpdateBlack Flag Resynced Team Is Working on an Option to Hide the Blowpipe
The developers of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced are investigating an option that would allow players to hide Edward Kenway’s blowpipe. Game director Richard Knight explained that the change is more technically involved than it appears because of the way equipment and character models interact.
Development HistoryGrand Theft Auto 5 Producer Discusses Large Amount of Cut Content
Former Grand Theft Auto 5 producer John Ricchio has discussed material that was removed during development, saying some content was substantially complete except for unfinished animation work. The comments provide insight into the trade-offs involved in building Rockstar’s large open world.
BusinessGameStop CEO Says Physical Games Are No Longer Central to the Business
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has said physical video-game media is no longer a meaningful part of the retailer’s growth strategy. The company has increasingly shifted attention toward trading cards, collectibles and other higher-priority categories.
RumorEA Sports FC 27 September Release and Last-Generation Versions Reported
A report claims EA Sports FC 27 will launch on September 25 and remain available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and the original Nintendo Switch alongside current platforms.
ReleasePalworld 1.0 Completes the Game’s Early-Access Journey
0 after more than two years of early-access development. The full release consolidates the survival game’s creature collecting, construction, automation and combat systems while advancing its main progression toward a more complete structure.
Upcoming ReleaseHalo: Campaign Evolved Approaches Its July 28 Launch
Halo: Campaign Evolved is scheduled to launch on July 28 for Xbox Series X|S, PC and PlayStation 5. The remake reinterprets Master Chief’s original campaign while preserving its core story and introducing updated technology, combat presentation and new prequel missions.
BetaThe Duskbloods Network Test Applications Open July 22
Applications for The Duskbloods network test will open on July 22 ahead of scheduled test sessions from August 21 to August 24. FromSoftware’s multiplayer project is currently planned for Nintendo Switch 2, and participation requires Nintendo Switch Online.
SalePlayStation Summer Sale Continues With Discounts Across PS5 and PS4
Sony’s PlayStation Store Summer Sale continues today with discounts across a broad range of PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games, editions and downloadable content. Prices and included products can differ by country, and some promotions may end earlier than the overall campaign.
New ReleaseFixForce Launches Through Xbox Game Pass
FixForce launches today for Xbox Series X|S, PC and Xbox Cloud Gaming, with access included through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and PC Game Pass.
New ReleaseFogpiercer Brings Tactical Deck Building to PC Game Pass
Fogpiercer arrives today on PC and joins PC Game Pass. The science-fiction roguelike combines deck construction with turn-based tactical positioning aboard an armoured train.
New ReleaseOutlaws and Handful of Missions Remaster Arrives on Switch 2
Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster launches worldwide for Nintendo Switch 2 today.
New ReleaseDesktop Explorer Opens a Tiny Computer World on PC and Mac
Desktop Explorer releases today for PC and Mac. The game transforms a simulated computer desktop into an explorable environment filled with folders, programs, hidden spaces and digital puzzles.
New ReleaseBARDA: Backpack Roguelike Launches on Nintendo Switch
BARDA: Backpack Roguelike arrives on Nintendo Switch today following confirmation from independent studio Mudita Games.
New ReleaseGrapple Bear Swings Onto Steam
Grapple Bear launches on Steam today as a precision platformer built around a grapple-only movement system.
Live ServiceDear Van Gogh Experience Begins Inside Sky: Children of the Light
Thatgamecompany launches Dear Van Gogh today as a new interactive experience available through Sky: Children of the Light.
Live ServiceZenless Zone Zero Version 3.1 Programme Airs Today
HoYoverse presents the Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.1 special programme today. Titled The Long Goodbye, the broadcast is expected to detail upcoming story chapters, playable characters, events and system changes.
Gaming EventIndieMania 3 Showcase Features More Than 80 Games
IndieMania 3 streams today with more than 80 independent games expected to appear. The showcase is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Pacific Time, or 8:00 p.m. Central European Summer Time, and will include trailers, updates and new announcements from smaller development teams.
Gaming EventSecret Sauce Event Continues With Indie Games and Developer Activities
The Secret Sauce event continues today as part of its July 17–19 programme. Organised by offbrand games and Open Sauce, the event combines independent game reveals with developer-focused activities and community presentations.
SubscriptionsXbox Game Pass Adds Two Distinctive Independent Games Today
Xbox Game Pass expands today with FixForce and Fogpiercer. FixForce is available across cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC, while Fogpiercer is currently listed for PC.
Upcoming ReleaseThe Planet Crafter Prepares for Game Pass Arrival on July 21
The Planet Crafter will join Xbox Game Pass on July 21 for cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The survival-crafting game sends players to a hostile planet that must gradually be transformed into a habitable world.
SubscriptionsTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 Returns to Game Pass July 21
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2 will return to Xbox Game Pass on July 21 across cloud, console and PC.
SubscriptionsPlayStation Plus July Rollout Uses Different Regional Release Dates
Sony is experimenting with a staggered schedule for July’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalog.
SubscriptionsAvatar: Frontiers of Pandora Joins PlayStation Plus on July 21
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora enters the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog globally on July 21 for PlayStation 5. Ubisoft’s first-person open-world adventure follows a Na’vi protagonist exploring the Western Frontier of Pandora while resisting the RDA.
SubscriptionsFirefighting Simulator: Ignite Heads to PlayStation Plus
Firefighting Simulator: Ignite joins the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog worldwide on July 21. The PlayStation 5 simulation places players in a modern American fire department.
SubscriptionsCitizen Sleeper 2 Leads PlayStation Plus Additions for July 28
Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector joins the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog in selected regions on July 28. The narrative role-playing game follows an artificial body containing an emulated human mind.
SubscriptionsIndigo Prophecy Joins the PlayStation Classics Catalog
Indigo Prophecy is being added to the PlayStation Plus Classics Catalog for Premium subscribers. Quantic Dream’s early interactive drama follows investigators and suspects connected to a series of apparently supernatural murders in New York.
Release DateWilderdark Sets November 3 PC Release
Wilderdark will launch for PC on November 3. The newly confirmed date places the fantasy title in the late-year release calendar, with additional information expected before launch.
Game AnnouncementGoblin Cleanup Confirmed for Consoles in 2027
Goblin Cleanup is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027. The unusual cleaning game places players in the aftermath of fantasy dungeon encounters.
TrailerMarvel’s Wolverine Receives New Ain’t No Hero Trailer
Sony and Insomniac Games have released a new trailer for Marvel’s Wolverine titled Ain’t No Hero. The video provides another look at the PlayStation 5 action game’s interpretation of Logan and its close-range combat.
Game AnnouncementARTIUS: Pure Imagination Targets Early 2027
ARTIUS: Pure Imagination is scheduled to launch for PC during the first quarter of 2027. The newly announced release window gives the project a broad target between January and March, but no exact date has been confirmed.
Game AnnouncementGuildrun Announced as a Roguelike Autobattler for PC
Independent developer Leyline has announced Guildrun for PC. The game combines roguelike progression with automated battles, requiring players to build and organise a party before watching tactical decisions play out in combat.
Release DateOBAKEIDORO 2 Launches Worldwide on August 6
OBAKEIDORO 2: Chase & Seek will launch worldwide on August 6 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The sequel continues the series’ asymmetric multiplayer interpretation of tag, placing human characters against a more powerful monster in short competitive matches.
Game AnnouncementPrinny Party: Going Overboard Sets Asian Release and Confirms Western Plans
Nippon Ichi Software has announced that Prinny Party: Going Overboard! will launch in Japan and parts of Asia on November 12, with a Western release also planned.
Gaming EventStar Ocean Anniversary Broadcast Scheduled for July 19
Square Enix will celebrate Star Ocean’s 30th anniversary with a livestream on July 19. The programme is scheduled to begin at 7:00 a.m. Eastern Time and run for approximately one hour.
Gaming EventFuture Games Show Plans Three Gamescom Broadcasts
The Future Games Show will present three programmes around Gamescom 2026. The main showcase and a live programme from the convention floor are scheduled for August 26, followed by a Best of Gamescom broadcast on August 30.
Gaming EventPC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct Returns September 20
The PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct will return on September 20 during the Tokyo Game Show period. The digital presentation will highlight upcoming PC projects and include material connected to developers attending the Japanese event.
New ReleaseMavrix Rides Into Xbox Game Pass
Mavrix by Matt Jones launches today for Xbox Series X|S and PC, with access also included through Xbox Game Pass across supported devices. The open-world mountain-biking game features approximately 100 square kilometres of terrain filled with downhill courses, slopestyle lines and bike parks.
New ReleaseWreck Runners Launches Its Bermuda Triangle Salvage Expedition
Wreck Runners launches today as a cooperative salvage-extraction adventure for up to four players. Crews explore haunted wrecks, abandoned facilities and supernatural anomalies within the Bermuda Triangle while operating the ORCA, an adaptable mobile base capable of travelling across land, sea and air.
New ReleaseCuldcept Begins Combines Cards, Creatures and Board-Game Strategy
Culdcept Begins releases today for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch and PC. The strategy game combines collectible-card deck building with board-game movement, asking players to summon creatures, claim territory and accumulate wealth while disrupting their opponents.
New ReleaseRatatan Launches Across Consoles and PC
Ratatan launches today for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC. The rhythm-action game combines musical commands with large groups of animated characters, requiring players to maintain timing while reacting to enemies and changing battlefield conditions.
New ReleaseFitness Boxing 3 Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2
Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer launches for Nintendo Switch 2 today. The exercise title guides users through rhythm-based boxing routines while tracking sessions and encouraging regular activity.
New ReleaseHeave Ho 2 Brings Cooperative Physics Chaos to Switch and PC
Heave Ho 2 launches today for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch and PC. Players control colourful characters whose arms must be used to grip surfaces, swing across hazards and pull teammates toward safety.
New ReleaseThe Mermaid Mask Opens an Underwater Mystery
The Mermaid Mask launches today for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch and PC. The narrative mystery centres on an aquatic setting, an unusual mask and secrets hidden beneath the water.
New ReleaseMoss: The Forgotten Relic Begins a New Fantasy Journey
Moss: The Forgotten Relic releases today across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. The broad launch makes the fantasy adventure available on both current and previous-generation hardware.
New ReleasePuppergeist Brings Playful Supernatural Adventure to Xbox, Switch and PC
Puppergeist launches today for Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC. The title presents a lighter, more playful take on supernatural themes rather than traditional graphic horror.
New ReleaseInstant Sports 2 Opens Its Multi-Sport Playground
Instant Sports 2 launches today on PlayStation platforms, offering a collection of accessible sporting activities connected through a colourful recreational park. Players can explore themed areas between events rather than selecting every activity from a traditional menu.
New ReleaseJack in Space Launches a Child-Friendly Educational Adventure
Jack in Space releases today on PlayStation as a colourful educational game aimed at younger players. The adventure includes simple mini-games, early mathematics exercises and logic-based activities set around a space laboratory.
Regional ReleaseKyoto Xanadu Launches in Japan and Asia
Kyoto Xanadu launches today in Japan and selected Asian markets. The action role-playing game continues Falcom’s Xanadu lineage with a modern Kyoto setting and supernatural threats hidden behind everyday city life.
Live ServiceFortnite Begins Its Hot Bat Summer Event
Fortnite’s Hot Bat Summer event begins today as part of the game’s latest seasonal update. The DC-themed event introduces new quests, cosmetics and a Batman-inspired Sprite alongside returning comic-book characters.
Game UpdateFortnite v41.20 Rolls Out With Scheduled Downtime
20 is scheduled to deploy today across supported platforms. The patch supports the new DC summer event and is expected to add quests, cosmetics and related seasonal content.
SubscriptionsAmazon Prime Adds Three More PC Games
Amazon Prime members can claim three additional PC games today: Poly Vita, Framed Collection and Escape Academy. The offers may use different redemption services, including GOG, the Epic Games Store or Legacy Games, requiring subscribers to connect or create the corresponding accounts.
Gaming EventSecret Sauce Showcase Streams New Independent Games Today
The Secret Sauce Showcase is scheduled to stream today, July 16, with approximately two hours of independent game announcements, trailers and developer presentations. The event provides smaller studios with an opportunity to show projects that may receive less attention during major publisher showcases.
Gaming EventConvergence Games Showcase Begins Today
The Convergence Games Showcase begins today with a presentation focused on upcoming games and developer announcements. Event listings place the broadcast after the Secret Sauce Showcase, creating a full evening of new independent and mid-sized game coverage.
Upcoming ReleaseXbox Game Pass Prepares FixForce for July 17
FixForce launches tomorrow, July 17, through Xbox Game Pass on cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Up to six maintenance robots enter hazardous locations, gather spare components and assemble improvised machines from recovered materials.
Upcoming ReleaseFogpiercer Joins PC Game Pass on July 17
Fogpiercer arrives through PC Game Pass tomorrow, July 17. The science-fiction roguelike combines deck building with tactical positioning and environmental chain reactions.
Live ServiceZenless Zone Zero Schedules Version 3.1 Programme for July 17
1 special programme tomorrow, July 17. Titled The Long Goodbye, the broadcast is expected to introduce upcoming characters, story content, events and system changes.
Digital StorePlayStation Summer Sale Continues With Discounts Up to 75 Percent
Sony’s PlayStation Store Summer Sale continues today after beginning on July 15. The promotion runs through August 12 and advertises discounts of up to 75 percent across selected PS5, PS4 and PlayStation VR2 games, downloadable content and other products.
PlayStationSony Highlights 19 Major PS5 Games Still Planned for 2026
Sony has published an official overview of 19 notable PS5 games currently expected during the remainder of 2026. The selection brings together previously announced releases rather than revealing 19 entirely new projects.
HardwarePlayStation Details FlexStrike Fight Stick and New Desktop Hardware
Sony has shared additional information about its FlexStrike wireless fight stick, a 27-inch gaming monitor and Pulse Elite wireless speakers. The products are intended to expand PlayStation’s presence in competitive fighting games and desktop gaming setups.
Game UpdateCall of Duty Previews Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 5
Activision has previewed Season 5 content for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone ahead of the confirmed July 23 launch. The seasonal update is expected to add maps, modes, weapons and progression content across the connected Call of Duty ecosystem.
Game PreviewSmalland 2: Lost Realms Reveals Expanded Crafting and Swimming
Maximum Entertainment has outlined several systems coming to Smalland 2: Lost Realms. The sequel expands crafting, develops creature and environmental interactions and allows players to swim through bodies of water.
Gaming EventFuture Games Show Confirms Three Gamescom 2026 Broadcasts
The Future Games Show will return around Gamescom 2026 with three broadcasts. The main Future Games Show at Gamescom and a live show from the convention floor are scheduled for August 26, followed by a Best of Gamescom programme on August 30.
IndustryBethesda Union Action Keeps Industry Employment in Focus
The effects of the Save Our Devs demonstrations organised by unionised Bethesda workers remain a major industry story today. Workers organised the action in response to job reductions and restructuring across Microsoft’s gaming operations.
Digital StorePlayStation Store Summer Sale Begins With Discounts of Up to 75%
Sony’s 2026 PlayStation Store Summer Sale begins today, July 15, and is scheduled to continue through August 12. The promotion covers a broad selection of PS5, PS4 and PlayStation VR2 games, downloadable content and other digital products, with advertised savings reaching as high as 75% on selected listings.
New ReleaseDenshattack! Launches Its Gravity-Defying Train Adventure
Denshattack! launches today on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC.
New ReleaseThe Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Opens Its Cursed Jungle
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu releases today for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The cooperative horror game sends teams of explorers into a hostile jungle in search of treasure, where supernatural forces can distort what individual players see and hear.
New ReleaseWhat Surrounds Us Arrives on PC
What Surrounds Us launches for PC today, adding another psychological experience to a week already rich in horror releases. The title appears on current July release calendars with a confirmed July 15 date.
New ReleaseCozy Grove: Camp Spirit Reaches Xbox and Nintendo Consoles
Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit expands to Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch today. The life-simulation adventure follows a Spirit Scout helping ghostly bears recover memories while gathering materials, crafting decorations and improving a campsite.
Xbox Game PassQuarantine Zone: The Last Check Joins Xbox Game Pass
Quarantine Zone: The Last Check becomes available through Xbox Game Pass today on cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Players manage an inspection checkpoint in a collapsing city, examining survivors for possible infection while balancing security, supplies and humanitarian risk.
New ReleaseShapeHero Factory Brings Automated Fantasy Warfare to Xbox
ShapeHero Factory launches for Xbox Series X|S today. The game combines factory automation with fantasy combat, asking players to design production lines that continuously manufacture heroes for battle.
New ReleaseSweet Home Launches on Xbox
Sweet Home arrives on Xbox today as part of the platform’s July 13–17 release lineup. Players should check the final Microsoft Store listing for the exact supported Xbox systems, genre description, pricing and accessibility features, because similarly named entertainment properties can make search results ambiguous.
SubscriptionsNine Games Leave Xbox Game Pass Today
Nine games are scheduled to leave Xbox Game Pass today: Dungeons of Hinterberg, EA Sports FC 24, Stellaris, Golf With Your Friends, Minami Lane, PowerWash Simulator, Shadow of the Tomb Raider Definitive Edition, Splitgate: Arena Reloaded and the PC Game Preview version of Super Fantasy Kingdom. Once removed, installed copies generally stop launching through the subscription, although local save files are normally retained.
IndustryBethesda Union Workers Hold Save Our Devs Marches
Unionised Bethesda workers are scheduled to take part in Save Our Devs marches across multiple studios today in response to layoffs affecting Microsoft’s gaming organisation. The action was announced by the union as a visible protest intended to show solidarity with affected developers and oppose the idea that job losses should be accepted quietly.
MerchandiseSuper Mario-Themed Crocs Collection Goes on Sale
A new Crocs and Super Mario collaboration becomes available today through Crocs, Nintendo stores and selected retail partners. The officially announced collection uses familiar Mushroom Kingdom colours and motifs across footwear and accessories.
PlayStationPlayStation Highlights 19 Major PS5 Games Still Coming in 2026
Sony has published a new official overview highlighting 19 notable PS5 games still expected during the remainder of 2026. The feature is intended as a forward-looking guide rather than a new release announcement, bringing together previously revealed titles from major publishers and independent studios.
Game UpdateCall of Duty Details Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 5
Activision has outlined Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 5 ahead of its confirmed July 23 launch. The update is not live today, but the newly promoted details are among the most prominent current PlayStation news items.
HardwareFlexStrike Fight Stick and New PlayStation Hardware Receive Fresh Details
Sony has shared further information about its FlexStrike wireless fight stick, a 27-inch gaming monitor and Pulse Elite wireless speakers. The hardware update expands PlayStation’s accessory ecosystem beyond the standard DualSense controller and headset range.
PlaytestXbox Insider Playtest Continues for Wreck Runners
Xbox Series X|S players can continue registering for the Wreck Runners Xbox Insider playtest through the Xbox Insider Hub. The cooperative adventure allows teams of up to four players to explore the Bermuda Triangle aboard the ORCA, search for valuable salvage and face strange anomalies and hostile creatures.
XboxXbox Insiders Test Gamertag, Game Hub and Wishlist Improvements
Microsoft is testing updates to Xbox gamertags, game hubs and wishlists through the Xbox Insider programme. Preview features can change substantially before public release and may be limited to selected Insider rings or regions.
PlaytestPit of Goblin Preview Available Through Xbox Insider
Xbox Insiders have access to a preview opportunity for Pit of Goblin. The test lets Microsoft and the developer collect performance data and player feedback before a wider release.
Upcoming ReleaseCuldcept Begins Prepares for July 16 Launch
Culdcept Begins is scheduled to launch tomorrow, July 16, on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch and PC. The series blends board-game movement with collectible-card strategy, requiring players to claim territory, summon creatures and build an economic advantage over opponents.
Upcoming ReleaseFitness Boxing 3 Comes to Nintendo Switch 2 Tomorrow
Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer launches for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 16. The exercise software uses rhythm-based boxing routines to guide users through structured workouts and track activity over time.
Upcoming ReleaseGo-Go Town! Expands to Nintendo Platforms on July 16
Go-Go Town! is scheduled to launch tomorrow on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, alongside its PC availability.
Upcoming ReleaseHeave Ho 2 Brings Cooperative Chaos on July 16
Heave Ho 2 launches tomorrow on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch and PC. The sequel continues the cooperative physics concept in which players grab surfaces and one another to swing across hazardous levels.
Upcoming ReleaseMoss: The Forgotten Relic Launches Across Consoles and PC Tomorrow
Moss: The Forgotten Relic is scheduled for July 16 across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. The broad cross-generation release should make it accessible to a large audience, although technical performance may differ between older and newer hardware.
Upcoming ReleaseThe Mermaid Mask Surfaces on July 16
The Mermaid Mask launches tomorrow for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch and PC. The mystery adventure takes players beneath an aquatic-themed story involving secrets, investigation and a striking mermaid figure.
Upcoming ReleasePuppergeist Haunts Xbox, Switch and PC on July 16
Puppergeist is scheduled to launch tomorrow on Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC. Its title suggests a playful supernatural premise, but buyers should consult the official storefront description before assuming its exact genre or mechanics.
SubscriptionsAmazon Prime Members Can Claim Three More PC Games Tomorrow
Amazon’s July games programme adds Poly Vita, Framed Collection and Escape Academy on July 16. The games are distributed through different PC storefronts, including Legacy Games, GOG and the Epic Games Store, so subscribers may need multiple accounts to redeem the complete selection.
Upcoming ReleaseMavrix by Matt Jones Rides Into Game Pass on July 16
Open-world mountain-biking game Mavrix by Matt Jones joins Xbox Game Pass tomorrow across cloud, Xbox Series X|S, supported handheld access and PC. Players explore mountain environments, compete in cycling events, customise equipment and build a riding career.
Upcoming ReleaseFixForce Prepares Six-Player Cooperative Game Pass Launch
FixForce launches into Xbox Game Pass on July 17 for cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Up to six maintenance robots travel to dangerous worksites, collect spare parts and build improvised solutions from discarded machinery.
Upcoming ReleaseFogpiercer Brings Tactical Deckbuilding to PC Game Pass
Fogpiercer arrives through PC Game Pass on July 17. The science-fiction roguelike combines deck construction with tactical positioning and environmental chain reactions.
New ReleasePBA Pro Bowling 2026 Rolls Onto Xbox Game Pass Today
PBA Pro Bowling 2026 launches today across Xbox Series X|S, PC and Xbox Cloud Gaming, with immediate access through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium and PC Game Pass.
Live ServiceApex Legends Launches Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Crossover
The Cyberpunk: Edgerunners crossover begins in Apex Legends today and is scheduled to run until August 4.
Game UpdateGTA Online Opens the Kortz Center Heist
Rockstar's Kortz Center Heist arrives in GTA Online today as a new multi-stage operation centred on one of Los Santos' most prestigious cultural locations.
New ReleaseAn Eggstremely Hard Game Launches on PC
An Eggstremely Hard Game launches for PC today after attracting attention during the Summer Game Fest 2026 announcement cycle.
Mobile GamingFree Fire MAX Issues New Limited-Time Reward Codes
Garena has circulated a new selection of Free Fire MAX redemption codes for July 14.
PC GamingSteam Summer Sale Enters Its Final Day
Steam's 2026 Summer Sale reaches its final day today, giving PC players one last opportunity to secure the event's discounts before participating prices return to normal.
New ReleaseHell Clock Reaches PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series Consoles
Hell Clock expands to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S today, bringing its rapid action role-playing runs to console players.
New ReleaseD-topia Launches Its Puzzle Mystery Across Multiple Platforms
D-topia launches today as a narrative puzzle adventure set inside a society that appears harmonious on the surface.
Game UpdateLegend of YMIR Applies Post-Update Emergency Fixes
Legend of YMIR has received a non-maintenance patch following its July 14 update.
MMORPGTree of Savior Conducts Weekly July 14 Maintenance
Tree of Savior is undergoing its scheduled weekly maintenance today across its international service regions.
MMORPGBlue Protocol: Star Resonance Schedules Service Maintenance
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance has scheduled maintenance for July 14 as its team prepares service-side adjustments and stability work.
SubscriptionsXbox Game Pass Gives Subscribers One More Day With Nine Departing Games
Nine games are scheduled to leave Xbox Game Pass on July 15, making today the final full day for many subscribers to play them through the service.
Xbox Game PassQuarantine Zone: The Last Check Prepares for Console and Cloud Expansion
Quarantine Zone: The Last Check joins Xbox Game Pass on cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC on July 15.
Upcoming ReleaseCozy Grove: Camp Spirit Heads to Xbox on July 15
Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit reaches Xbox Series X|S on July 15 with Smart Delivery and Xbox Play Anywhere support.
Upcoming ReleaseThe Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Opens Its Cursed Jungle Tomorrow
Cooperative horror game The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu launches for Xbox Series X|S on July 15.
Upcoming ReleaseDenshattack! Brings Train Tricks and Dystopian Railways on July 15
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Upcoming ReleaseShapeHero Factory Builds an Automated Army on Xbox Tomorrow
ShapeHero Factory launches for Xbox Series X|S on July 15, combining factory automation with fantasy combat.
Upcoming ReleaseMavrix by Matt Jones Approaches Its July 16 Game Pass Debut
Open-world mountain-biking game Mavrix by Matt Jones joins Xbox Game Pass on July 16 across cloud, Xbox Series X|S, supported handheld play and PC.
Upcoming ReleaseFixForce Brings Six-Player Robotic Repair Work to Game Pass
FixForce joins Xbox Game Pass on July 17 for cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Upcoming ReleaseFogpiercer Deals Its Way Into PC Game Pass on July 17
Fogpiercer launches into PC Game Pass on July 17 as a science-fiction roguelike deckbuilder.
Upcoming ReleaseThe Mermaid Mask Sets Sail on July 16
Mystery adventure The Mermaid Mask is scheduled for July 16 across PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2 and additional supported systems.
Gaming EventsHalloween: The Game Holds Developer Q&A Today
The developers of Halloween: The Game are holding a community question-and-answer session today, giving prospective players an opportunity to hear more about the licensed horror project.
Developer NewsSpace Dragons Details Its Path From Retro Shooter to Bullet Hell
Developer coverage published around this week's Xbox releases has highlighted Space Dragons, a side-scrolling arcade shooter that gradually transforms from a more accessible retro experience into full bullet-hell intensity.
PC GamingSteam Social Deduction Fest Continues With Deals and Demos
Steam's Social Deduction Fest continues today, spotlighting games built around hidden roles, deception, group discussion and identifying untrustworthy teammates.
IndustryPlayStation's Planned 2028 Disc Transition Continues to Divide Players
Debate continues over Sony's confirmed plan to discontinue physical-disc production for newly released PlayStation games beginning in January 2028.
New ReleaseAscend to Zero Launches Day One on Xbox Game Pass
Ascend to Zero launches today, July 13, on Xbox Series X|S, PC and Xbox Cloud Gaming. The time-bending action roguelike is also available immediately through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, giving subscribers a low-risk way to try one of this week's more distinctive releases.
New ReleaseBeholder: Conductor Arrives on Xbox Consoles
Beholder: Conductor expands its platform availability today with a release on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. The game places players aboard a tightly controlled train where passengers, officials and suspicious activity must all be monitored under an authoritarian regime. Rather than focusing on reflex-heavy action, it asks players to inspect documents, make morally uncomfortable decisions and manage the consequences of cooperating with or resisting the state.
Online ServicesMadden NFL 23 Online Services Shut Down Today
Electronic Arts is scheduled to end online services for Madden NFL 23 today, July 13. The shutdown affects features that depend on EA's servers, including online matchmaking and other connected functionality. Offline modes may remain available where they do not require authentication or live data, but players should not assume that every menu option will continue working after the servers are switched off.
NintendoTetris 99 Star Fox MAXIMUS CUP Ends Tonight
m. Pacific Time. The limited event is inspired by Star Fox and allows eligible Nintendo Switch Online members to earn an in-game collaborative theme by collecting enough event points.
Mobile GamingFree Fire MAX Refreshes Limited-Time Redemption Codes
Free Fire MAX players have a fresh batch of redemption codes to try today. The codes can provide cosmetic items, vouchers, weapon skins, loot crates, outfits and other account rewards, although the exact contents vary and diamonds are not guaranteed with every code.
PC GamingSteam Social Deduction Fest Begins
Steam's Social Deduction Fest begins today, placing games built around deception, hidden roles, group discussion and suspicious behaviour at the centre of the store. Events of this kind typically combine discounts, demonstrations and recommendation sections to help players discover both established hits and smaller independent releases.
DLCThe Alters: Last Variable Expansion Releases Today
The Alters receives its Last Variable expansion today, extending 11 bit studios' science-fiction survival game with a new storyline centred on an older version of Jan known as the Scientist. The expansion returns to the game's central idea of creating alternate versions of one person, each shaped by different life decisions and expertise.
Indie GamesWonder Air: Lunara's Adventure Announced for PC and Mobile
Melbourne-based solo developer Yuki Nagatsuka has announced Wonder Air: Lunara's Adventure for PC and mobile devices. The newly revealed project follows Lunara through a colourful airborne adventure and enters a crowded field of independent games trying to stand out through distinctive art direction and a clear central mechanic.
Gaming HardwareRazer Reveals Espeon and Umbreon Gaming Collection
Razer has unveiled a new Pokémon-themed hardware collection built around Espeon and Umbreon. The range combines the contrasting psychic and dark designs of the two creatures with Razer's gaming peripherals, targeting collectors as much as players who need new equipment. Licensed hardware collections have become a significant part of the gaming-accessory market because they allow manufacturers to refresh established products without redesigning the underlying technology.
Gaming EventsTGX 2027 Opens Early-Bird Ticket Sales
Early-bird tickets for TGX 2027 have gone on sale with a reported 25 percent discount. The announcement begins the promotional cycle for next year's Australian gaming and pop-culture event well ahead of its opening date. Buying this early can reduce the entry price, but attendees should review refund terms, event dates, venue information and the difference between ticket tiers before committing.
SalesAssassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Reportedly Passes Two Million Sales
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has reportedly sold more than two million copies following its July 9 launch. The figure suggests strong demand for Ubisoft's updated return to Edward Kenway's Caribbean adventure, although a detailed public financial statement from Ubisoft remains the best standard for definitive sales confirmation.
Xbox Game PassXbox Game Pass Prepares PBA Pro Bowling 2026 for Tomorrow
Xbox Game Pass subscribers will receive PBA Pro Bowling 2026 tomorrow, July 14. The licensed bowling simulation follows today's arrival of Ascend to Zero and continues Microsoft's staggered July rollout. Sports games outside football, basketball and racing rarely receive the same marketing budgets as the largest annual franchises, making subscription placement especially valuable for discovery.
SubscriptionsXbox Game Pass Confirms Several Departures for July 15
Several games are scheduled to leave Xbox Game Pass on July 15, giving subscribers only a short period to finish campaigns or decide whether to purchase them. Microsoft's leaving-soon section is important because access ends even when a title remains installed locally.
Upcoming ReleaseDenshattack! Approaches July 15 Multiplatform Launch
Denshattack! launches on July 15 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC and Nintendo Switch 2. The unusual action game turns trains into trick-performing vehicles, asking players to grind rails, complete objectives and compete through a colourful dystopian version of Japan.
Upcoming ReleaseThe Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Launches July 15
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is scheduled to arrive on July 15 for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The cooperative horror game sends groups into a supernatural environment inspired by cosmic-horror fiction, where communication and survival are expected to matter more than straightforward combat power.
Upcoming ReleaseShapeHero Factory Comes to Xbox Series on July 15
ShapeHero Factory is scheduled to reach Xbox Series X|S on July 15. The game combines factory-building systems with hero creation, turning production lines into the foundation of an automated combat force. Its appeal lies in connecting logistical optimisation with a more immediate fantasy objective than simply increasing industrial output.
Upcoming ReleaseHell Clock Reaches Consoles on July 14
Hell Clock is scheduled to launch for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S tomorrow, July 14. The action role-playing game combines fast runs, escalating combat and build experimentation with a setting inspired by Brazilian history and folklore. Its structure places pressure on players to move quickly while still making meaningful equipment and skill choices.
Upcoming ReleaseD-topia Launches July 14
Puzzle-adventure game D-topia is scheduled to launch tomorrow across its announced platforms. The game presents an apparently idealised society and asks players to investigate the systems and compromises that keep it functioning.
Xbox Game PassQuarantine Zone: The Last Check Joins Game Pass July 15
Quarantine Zone: The Last Check joins Xbox Game Pass on July 15 for cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The game places players at a checkpoint during a crisis, requiring them to inspect arrivals and decide who can safely enter.
Xbox Game PassMavrix by Matt Jones Heads to Game Pass on July 16
Mavrix by Matt Jones is scheduled to enter Xbox Game Pass on July 16 across cloud, console, handheld-supported devices and PC. The mountain-biking game focuses on speed, tricks and route mastery, using professional rider Matt Jones as its central licensed identity.
Xbox Game PassFixForce Launches Into Game Pass on July 17
FixForce arrives on Xbox Game Pass on July 17 for cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The game adds another smaller release to a July lineup led by recognisable names such as Gears of War: Reloaded and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2.
Xbox Game PassFogpiercer Comes to PC Game Pass July 17
Fogpiercer is scheduled to join PC Game Pass on July 17. Its inclusion is limited to PC within the currently announced Game Pass schedule, so console subscribers should not assume an Xbox version is included.
Upcoming ReleaseK-Pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut Nears Release
K-Pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut is among the games scheduled for PlayStation 5 during the July 13–19 release week. The management simulation puts players behind the scenes of an idol group, covering training, scheduling and the decisions required to build a successful act.
Adventure GamesThe Mermaid Mask Prepares for July 16 Launch
The Mermaid Mask is scheduled to launch on July 16 across PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2 and other supported systems. The mystery adventure enters a busy week with a broader platform footprint than many of the surrounding releases.
Indie GamesDesktop Explorer Arrives on PC and Mac July 17
Desktop Explorer is scheduled to release on PC and Mac on July 17. The project enters the experimental side of the indie market, where a strong central idea can matter more than production scale.
IndustryPlayStation's Physical-Disc Decision Continues to Reshape Publisher Plans
Sony's decision to end physical-disc production for newly released PlayStation games beginning in January 2028 continues to affect publisher planning and collector discussions. New titles released after the transition are expected to be distributed in digital formats, although existing discs and previously manufactured products are not the same as newly produced releases.
BusinessXbox Restructuring Remains the Industry's Dominant Business Story
Microsoft's restructuring of the Xbox organisation remains one of the industry's largest developing stories. Confirmed changes include transitions involving Compulsion Games, Double Fine Productions, Ninja Theory and Undead Labs, while Arkane's French operation has entered a formal consultation process over strategic options.
EsportsEsports World Cup Continues in Paris Amid Political Debate
The 2026 Esports World Cup is continuing in Paris after being relocated from Riyadh because of conflict in the Middle East. The event is expected to run from early July into late August, bringing together around 2,000 competitors from dozens of countries across 24 games and offering a prize pool reported at nearly $75 million.
Online ServicesMadden NFL 23 Online Services Reach Final Day
Madden NFL 23 is scheduled to reach the end of its supported online service period on July 13, making July 12 the final full day before the planned shutdown. Players who still use online-connected modes should review EA's official service information and complete any activities that may become unavailable.
Sports GamesEA Sports College Football 27 Approaches Its July Launch Window
EA Sports College Football 27 is among the notable sports releases scheduled for later in July. The game follows the successful revival of EA's college football series and is expected to build on its team presentation, customisation and career-focused modes.
DLCDoom: The Dark Ages Revelations Expansion Enters Its First Weekend
Doom: The Dark Ages is moving through the first weekend following the July 7 launch of its Revelations expansion. The DLC extends the heavy medieval-industrial combat of the base game and gives existing players a reason to return during a relatively quiet part of the release calendar.
Indie GamesMoonlight Peaks Continues Its Cozy Opening Week
Moonlight Peaks is settling into its first week on the market following its July 7 release across several platforms. The game offers a supernatural variation on the relaxed farming and life-simulation formula, combining cosy routines with a playful darker atmosphere.
RPGNeverness to Everness Builds Momentum After July 8 Launch
Neverness to Everness is continuing through its opening week after launching on July 8. The urban fantasy RPG entered a month filled with remakes, expansions and smaller experimental games, giving its modern supernatural setting an opportunity to stand apart.
RPGEchoes of Aincrad Begins Its First Weekend on Sale
Echoes of Aincrad entered its first full weekend following a July 10 release on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series systems. The launch places the action RPG in a relatively favourable window between Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced and the larger group of games arriving from July 15 onward.
SalesAssassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Reportedly Passes Two Million Sales
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has reportedly passed two million sales shortly after its July 9 release. The milestone, discussed in weekend gaming coverage, suggests strong demand for Ubisoft's return to one of the series' most popular pirate adventures.
PlayStationThe Planet Crafter Expands Its Console Reach This Month
The Planet Crafter is preparing to launch on PlayStation 5 on July 21, expanding the audience for its enemy-free survival and terraforming experience. Rather than pushing players toward constant combat, the game focuses on gathering resources, building equipment and gradually transforming a hostile planet into a habitable environment.
Xbox Game PassGears of War: Reloaded Heads July's Game Pass Additions
Gears of War: Reloaded is the headline name in Xbox Game Pass's July lineup, bringing a modernised version of the original campaign and multiplayer package to subscribers. The remaster is promoted with higher-resolution presentation, support for up to 120 frames per second in compatible modes, cross-play, cross-progression and the post-launch content associated with the original release.
IndustryXbox's Billion-Player Ambition Faces Renewed Scrutiny
Xbox leadership's ambition to reach more than one billion people a day is drawing renewed scrutiny following the division's restructuring and thousands of reported job losses. Reaching an audience of that size would require Xbox to operate as far more than a conventional console business, combining games, mobile platforms, cloud access, major entertainment properties and possibly television adaptations.
ReportsReport Claims Xbox May Reconsider Its Multiplatform Strategy
A new report claims Microsoft may place greater emphasis on Xbox console exclusivity for some major future games after experimenting with a broader multiplatform strategy. The reported direction would prioritise high-profile single-player releases and use recognisable franchises to strengthen the value of Xbox hardware and subscriptions.
ReportsReports Suggest Bethesda and ZeniMax Face Significant Changes
Bethesda and parent organisation ZeniMax are reportedly among the Xbox groups substantially affected by Microsoft's wider restructuring. Industry reporting suggests Microsoft will place greater attention on its largest franchises, including Fallout, The Elder Scrolls, Doom and potentially Quake.
BusinessXbox Restructuring Keeps Industry Focus on Major Franchises
The consequences of Microsoft's recently announced Xbox restructuring remain one of the largest industry stories of the weekend. The company confirmed that Compulsion Games and Double Fine Productions are transitioning back to independent ownership, while Ninja Theory and Undead Labs have entered arrangements with new owners that include funding for their current projects.
PlayStationDebate Over PlayStation's Digital Future Continues
Sony's plan to end physical-disc production for newly released PlayStation games from January 2028 continues to generate strong opposition from players, collectors and preservation advocates. Critics argue that physical releases support price competition, resale and long-term access, while digital purchases depend on storefront policies, licences and account systems that can change over time.
IndustryPhysical-Game Publisher Pledges to Keep Producing PS5 Discs
Publisher Astrolabe Games has responded to Sony's planned transition away from newly manufactured physical PlayStation releases by promising to continue producing disc editions for as long as the process remains viable. Its A-GO Manifesto says games on the publisher's current schedule through 2027 are intended to receive physical versions, subject to production thresholds, technical requirements and regional conditions.
Indie GamesDesktop Explorer Scheduled to Open Its Doors on July 17
Desktop Explorer is expected to arrive on PC and Mac on July 17, closing a compact week of new July releases. The title's placement on desktop platforms makes it particularly relevant to players interested in smaller experimental projects that might not fit comfortably into a conventional console category.
Adventure GamesThe Mermaid Mask Surfaces on July 16
The Mermaid Mask is scheduled for release on July 16 across PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2 and additional supported platforms. Its broad launch footprint gives the mystery adventure a chance to reach players on both traditional desktop systems and the growing Switch 2 audience.
PC GamingThe Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Brings Cooperative Horror on July 15
Cooperative horror game The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is currently scheduled to launch on July 15 across PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series systems. The title enters a genre that continues to perform strongly with livestream audiences because unpredictable multiplayer encounters can create both genuine tension and accidental comedy.
ReleasesDenshattack! Leads July 15 Multiplatform Arrivals
Denshattack! is scheduled to arrive on July 15 for Nintendo Switch 2, PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series systems.
NintendoSplatoon Raiders Targets Nintendo Switch 2 Later This Month
Nintendo's Switch 2 calendar is set to gain another colourful release when Splatoon Raiders arrives on July 23, according to the current release schedule. The project extends Nintendo's paint-powered action series onto its newer hardware and will be closely watched for the ways it uses the system's additional performance headroom.
Fighting GamesAvatar Legends Fighting Game Prepares for July 23 Release
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is approaching its July 23 launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series systems and Nintendo Switch 2. The hand-drawn fighter uses a traditional one-on-one format rather than the tag-team structure that has become common in several modern licensed fighting games.
XboxHalo: Campaign Evolved Moves Within Sight of Launch
Microsoft's Halo: Campaign Evolved is now a little over two weeks from its currently scheduled July 28 release. The project revisits the original Halo campaign with updated technology while placing one of Xbox's most recognisable properties back at the centre of its summer calendar.
ReleasesJuly Release Calendar Enters a Busy Mid-Month Stretch
The video-game release calendar is preparing for a noticeably busier week after a comparatively calm weekend. Several new titles are scheduled between July 15 and July 17 across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series systems and Nintendo Switch 2.
Mobile GamingFree Fire MAX Rolls Out Fresh Limited-Time Reward Codes
Garena Free Fire MAX players have another collection of limited-time redemption codes to try on July 12. The codes can unlock a rotating selection of cosmetic and progression rewards, including weapon skins, outfits, vouchers, backpacks, loot crates and other in-game items.
PC / Console11 July 2026 – Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Enjoys Strong Launch Week
Ubisoft's refreshed take on the beloved pirate adventure has enjoyed a busy opening week following its release. Players have praised the upgraded visuals, smoother combat and quality-of-life improvements while revisiting the Caribbean. The successful launch continues Ubisoft's strategy of modernizing classic entries alongside developing brand-new games. Initial community sentiment appears positive, although players are already discussing additional improvements they would like to see in future updates.
PC / Console11 July 2026 – Palworld Officially Reaches Version 1.0
After an extended Early Access period, Palworld has officially reached version 1.0. Developer Pocketpair says the milestone represents the beginning rather than the end of long-term support, with further content updates already planned. The launch marks an important moment for one of the most talked-about survival games of recent years.
Xbox11 July 2026 – Xbox Game Pass Adds Another Strong July Wave
Microsoft continues expanding Game Pass during July with several notable additions including Gears of War: Reloaded, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2, Palworld 1.0 and several indie titles. The lineup demonstrates Microsoft's continued investment in subscription gaming despite broader organizational restructuring.
Xbox11 July 2026 – Gears of War Reloaded Prepares Players For E-Day
Gears of War: Reloaded is now giving both longtime veterans and newcomers an updated way to experience the original campaign before Gears of War: E-Day launches later this year. Enhanced visuals, cross-play support and modern accessibility options headline the remaster's improvements.
PC / Console11 July 2026 – DOOM: The Dark Ages Continues Expanding
Bethesda and id Software continue supporting DOOM: The Dark Ages with new content and updates. The latest additions keep momentum going for one of this year's biggest action releases while players continue mastering its brutal medieval-inspired combat systems.
Xbox11 July 2026 – Buckshot Roulette Arrives On Xbox Game Pass
The viral horror sensation Buckshot Roulette has officially joined Xbox Game Pass. The unique blend of psychological tension and multiplayer strategy has already built a passionate following on PC, and subscription availability is expected to introduce the title to a much wider audience.
Mobile11 July 2026 – Hearthstone Receives Escape From Violet Hold Expansion
Blizzard has launched the Escape From Violet Hold expansion for Hearthstone. The update introduces fresh cards, mechanics and strategies while continuing the long-running collectible card game's steady cadence of content releases.
Simulation11 July 2026 – Microsoft Flight Simulator Showcases America's National Parks
Microsoft Flight Simulator continues expanding its world with a detailed update focused on United States National Parks. Improved terrain, landmarks and scenery provide pilots with another reason to revisit the simulator's ever-growing recreation of Earth.
Industry11 July 2026 – Xbox Highlights Busy Summer Release Calendar
Xbox's July schedule continues to demonstrate the variety arriving on the platform, from major AAA releases to smaller independent projects. Microsoft is maintaining a steady stream of launches through Game Pass, retail releases and ID@Xbox partnerships throughout the summer.
RPG11 July 2026 – The Blood of Dawnwalker Shares More Details
Interest continues growing around The Blood of Dawnwalker as new information introduces players to its dark fantasy setting and ambitious RPG systems. The project remains one of the most closely watched new fantasy properties currently in development.
Indie11 July 2026 – Denshattack Nears Release After Brief Delay
Stylish action title Denshattack is preparing for launch after its recent short delay. The fast-paced game combines anime-inspired presentation with high-speed traversal and has become one of July's more anticipated independent releases.
Sports11 July 2026 – Backyard Baseball Returns For A New Generation
The classic Backyard Sports franchise continues its revival with a modern Backyard Baseball release featuring updated visuals, multiple gameplay modes and a nostalgic roster. Fans of the original series have welcomed the franchise's return.
Industry11 July 2026 – July Continues Delivering Diverse New Releases
July's release schedule remains remarkably varied, featuring action games, RPGs, sports titles, remasters, horror experiences and creative indie projects. Players across PC and consoles have no shortage of new adventures to explore throughout the month.
Indie11 July 2026 – Xbox Promotes Growing ID@Xbox Lineup
Microsoft continues highlighting independent developers through the ID@Xbox program. Recent showcases emphasize the importance of smaller studios alongside blockbuster franchises, giving players a wider variety of genres and gameplay experiences.
Survival11 July 2026 – The Planet Crafter Reaches More Game Pass Players
The Planet Crafter has joined Xbox Game Pass, allowing more players to experience its blend of survival, terraforming and exploration. The game has steadily grown its reputation thanks to frequent updates and a dedicated community.
Indie11 July 2026 – Indie Games Continue Strong Momentum During Summer
Independent developers remain highly visible throughout July, with creative new releases spanning puzzle games, roguelikes, action adventures and experimental concepts. Summer traditionally provides room for standout indie launches, and 2026 is proving no exception.
Xbox11 July 2026 – Xbox Free Play Promotions Continue
Microsoft continues rotating free play opportunities for Game Pass subscribers and Xbox users, allowing players to sample a variety of games before deciding whether to purchase them permanently. These promotions remain a popular feature of the Xbox ecosystem.
Industry11 July 2026 – Community Watches Xbox Strategy Following Restructuring
Discussion continues around Microsoft's long-term gaming strategy following recent organizational changes. While restructuring has generated significant debate, Xbox continues shipping games, expanding Game Pass and supporting ongoing first-party projects. Confirmed announcements remain distinct from broader community speculation surrounding future studio plans.
PlayStation11 July 2026 – PlayStation's Physical Media Plans Remain A Major Talking Point
Industry discussion surrounding Sony's long-term physical media strategy continues generating strong reactions. While debate remains active among collectors and preservation advocates, players continue weighing the advantages of digital convenience against physical ownership.
PC11 July 2026 – PC Gaming Summer Continues With Diverse Launches
PC players continue enjoying one of the busiest release windows of the year. Major franchises, ambitious independent games and several long-awaited updates are arriving across Steam and other storefronts throughout July, keeping the platform's release calendar packed.
Cloud Gaming11 July 2026 – Cloud Gaming Remains Central To Xbox Ecosystem
Many of Microsoft's latest releases continue launching simultaneously across console, PC and cloud gaming, reinforcing the company's platform-agnostic strategy. Cross-progression and flexible play options remain key pillars of Xbox's ecosystem.
Genre Trends11 July 2026 – Survival Games Continue Strong Popularity In 2026
The success of Palworld, The Planet Crafter and several other recent releases demonstrates that survival games remain one of the industry's healthiest genres. Developers continue blending crafting, exploration and multiplayer systems into increasingly ambitious experiences.
Industry11 July 2026 – Remasters Remain Big Business
Recent launches such as Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced and Gears of War: Reloaded highlight publishers' continued confidence in high-quality remasters. Modern graphics, updated controls and accessibility improvements are attracting both returning fans and entirely new audiences.
Technology11 July 2026 – Cross-Platform Features Become Increasingly Standard
Many of this month's biggest releases continue launching with cross-play and cross-progression support from day one. These features have evolved from premium additions into expected standards for major multiplayer releases across the industry.
Industry11 July 2026 – Weekend Gaming Activity Expected To Surge
With multiple high-profile launches arriving during the week, online player counts are expected to climb sharply over the weekend as gamers dive into new releases, seasonal events and subscription additions across PC, Xbox and PlayStation ecosystems. While not a formal announcement, strong weekend engagement traditionally follows major release weeks like this one.
New Releases10 July 2026 – Palworld 1.0 Launches Today
Palworld officially leaves Early Access today with the launch of Version 1.0 across its supported platforms. The milestone turns one of gaming’s biggest surprise successes into a fully released survival-crafting adventure, complete with expanded story content, new areas, additional Pals and major system changes. Palworld originally caught attention through its wonderfully chaotic combination of creature collecting, exploration, factory building and heavily armed wildlife. Version 1.0 now needs to prove the game can become more than a viral phenomenon. For returning players, the update offers a large new reason to rebuild old bases and reconsider every production line. New players, meanwhile, can finally enter a version carrying the official full-release label.
Updates10 July 2026 – Palworld’s Enormous 1.0 Patch Notes Pass 10,000 Words
Palworld’s Version 1.0 patch notes are reportedly more than 10,000 words long and span roughly 27 pages. The notes cover new content, balance changes, redesigned systems, quality-of-life improvements, bug fixes and enough smaller adjustments to make even dedicated players reach for refreshments halfway through reading. Pocketpair reportedly came close to the limits of what could comfortably be published through Steam’s announcement tools. It is an appropriately excessive update for a game built around excessive ideas. Players returning after a long absence should expect more than a few new creatures and cosmetic changes. Version 1.0 appears to significantly reshape the game, meaning old strategies, production layouts and favourite exploits may need a complete review.
PC Gaming10 July 2026 – Pocketpair Warns Palworld Players To Remove Mods Before Updating
Pocketpair is warning Palworld players to uninstall their mods before starting Version 1.0. Simply disabling them may not be enough, because leftover files could still interfere with the substantially revised game. Major updates regularly break community modifications, but Palworld’s full-release overhaul is especially large and touches many core systems. Players who ignore the warning may encounter crashes, missing assets, corrupted behaviour or a base full of creatures suddenly behaving like they have formed a labour union. Mod users should back up important saves, remove old files and wait for creators to publish compatible versions. It is not the most exciting launch-day preparation, but it is considerably more enjoyable than discovering a 200-hour world no longer loads.
Business10 July 2026 – Palworld Keeps Its Current Price After Leaving Early Access
Pocketpair has confirmed that Palworld will remain priced at 29.99 dollars after the launch of Version 1.0. Early Access games often receive a price increase when reaching full release, so the decision removes one potential barrier for people who waited for the completed version. The existing price also keeps Palworld competitive within the crowded survival-crafting market, where players already have enough options to build shelters, gather rocks and slowly realise they have accidentally created a second job. Game Pass availability continues to broaden access as well. Maintaining the price suggests Pocketpair is prioritising continued player growth and a healthy long-term community rather than using the milestone to immediately extract a higher entry fee.
Milestones10 July 2026 – Palworld Celebrates 40 Million Players Before Full Release
Palworld has passed 40 million players worldwide just as Version 1.0 arrives. The figure includes people accessing the game through subscriptions such as Xbox Game Pass, so it should not be confused with 40 million individual copies sold. Even so, it demonstrates the extraordinary reach Palworld achieved while still carrying an Early Access label. The game transformed from an unusual creature-survival experiment into a genuine global hit almost overnight. The difficult stage begins now. Viral attention can attract millions of curious players, but regular updates, technical stability and meaningful long-term content are what keep them. Version 1.0 gives Pocketpair an opportunity to turn Palworld’s enormous audience into a durable community rather than a particularly colourful moment in gaming history.
Nintendo10 July 2026 – Digimon Story Time Stranger Launches On Switch And Switch 2
Digimon Story Time Stranger launches today on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, bringing its creature-raising RPG adventure to Nintendo players. The story moves between the human world and the Digital World as players investigate a growing catastrophe, build relationships with Digimon and create teams for turn-based battles. Digimon continues to distinguish itself through its stranger science-fiction themes, branching evolutionary possibilities and creatures that can transform from adorable companions into things that look capable of destroying a regional power grid. The Switch versions make the game especially well suited to long training sessions and portable team management. For players seeking a substantial monster-collecting RPG this summer, Time Stranger arrives as one of July’s most significant Japanese releases.
Updates10 July 2026 – Digimon Story Time Stranger Gets A Free Launch Update
A free launch update accompanies Digimon Story Time Stranger’s Nintendo release, adding technical and quality-of-life improvements for Switch and Switch 2 players. The Switch 2 version includes performance options that let players prioritise smoother gameplay or improved image quality, while additional refinements aim to make exploration and battles more comfortable. Free launch updates have become almost routine, but they matter particularly for RPGs that players may spend dozens of hours exploring. A slightly faster menu or steadier frame rate becomes increasingly valuable around hour 40. The update also shows that the Nintendo editions are not merely late ports placed on the eShop and forgotten. Bandai Namco is giving players a more tailored version for the hardware.
RPG10 July 2026 – Echoes Of Aincrad Begins Its Worldwide Launch
Echoes of Aincrad launches today on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC, inviting Sword Art Online fans into another virtual-world action RPG. The game combines party building, exploration, character relationships and real-time sword combat across digital environments inspired by the wider franchise. Sword Art Online has always sounded perfectly designed for a video game: heroes trapped inside elaborate online worlds where combat, friendship and survival are inseparable. Previous adaptations have produced mixed results, however, so Echoes of Aincrad arrives with something to prove. The launch will be judged on whether its battles remain engaging, its progression feels meaningful and its world offers more than attractive backdrops. Fans are ready to enter Aincrad again; now the game must convince them to stay.
Updates10 July 2026 – Echoes Of Aincrad Day-One Patch Supports Demo Save Transfers
Echoes of Aincrad receives a day-one update that allows eligible demo progress to transfer into the full game. The patch also includes balance adjustments, technical fixes and other refinements based partly on feedback gathered during the pre-release period. Save transfers are a welcome feature for anyone who already spent hours exploring the demo and does not fancy repeating the opening while pretending every cutscene remains a surprise. Players should ensure both the demo and retail game are properly updated before beginning the transfer process. The patch will not answer every question surrounding the new Sword Art Online RPG, but it should provide a smoother starting point and demonstrates that player feedback is already influencing the final experience.
Events10 July 2026 – TennoCon 2026 Begins With Warframe Reveals And Community Events
TennoCon 2026 begins today, launching two days of Warframe announcements, developer presentations, community celebrations and previews of what comes next for Digital Extremes’ long-running online action game. The event has grown from a dedicated fan gathering into one of the most important dates on Warframe’s annual calendar. Players can expect development panels, behind-the-scenes discussions, cosplay, community activities and the major TennoLive presentation. Digital participation allows fans outside the venue to follow the reveals and collect selected in-game rewards. Warframe’s continued relevance is remarkable in an industry where live-service games regularly disappear before players have learned all the currencies. TennoCon demonstrates what can happen when a studio keeps evolving one world alongside its community.
Mobile Gaming10 July 2026 – Pokémon GO Recreates Its Original Trailer In Times Square
Pokémon GO has celebrated its tenth anniversary by recreating the spirit of its famous original announcement trailer in Times Square. The event centred on a large-scale Mewtwo raid and brought groups of players together beneath New York’s enormous digital screens. It was a fitting anniversary moment for a game originally marketed around the fantasy of Pokémon suddenly appearing throughout the real world. The celebration also introduced Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y through new Super Mega Raids. Pokémon GO may no longer dominate every public park as it did during its extraordinary 2016 launch, but ten years of events, updates and community gatherings have turned it into one of mobile gaming’s most enduring successes.
Industry News10 July 2026 – Bethesda Union Announces Save Our Devs Marches
The OneBGS union representing Bethesda and ZeniMax employees has announced Save Our Devs marches for 15 July. Demonstrations are planned outside several Bethesda studio locations following cuts that reportedly affected around 440 union members. The union argues that experienced developers and the creative teams behind well-known games deserve greater protection during Microsoft’s restructuring. Public demonstrations are still relatively unusual within the games business, making the planned action an important moment for the industry’s growing labour movement. Players often discuss studio closures through the language of franchises and cancelled projects, but the immediate consequences are experienced by artists, programmers, writers, producers, testers and their families. The marches aim to put those people back at the centre of the story.
Industry News10 July 2026 – John Carmack Criticises Microsoft Following id Software Cuts
John Carmack has responded to the severe layoffs at id Software, acknowledging that his earlier hope that Microsoft would be a responsible steward of the studio has not aged well. Carmack helped establish id as one of the most influential developers in gaming history through titles including Doom and Quake. Reports indicate that 96 roles were cut at the company’s Richardson location, alongside another 40 remote positions. The reaction carries weight because Carmack understands both the studio’s technical legacy and the people required to sustain it. id Software helped define the first-person shooter and pushed generations of graphics technology forward. The idea that such a historically important team can be dramatically reduced has intensified criticism of Microsoft’s wider gaming strategy.
Roblox10 July 2026 – The Rolling Stones Launch A Roblox Music Experience
The Rolling Stones arrive in Roblox today through a new interactive music experience built around the band’s catalogue, imagery and global history. Players can explore themed spaces, participate in activities and collect creator-made virtual accessories, while a larger finale is scheduled for 17–19 July. The project also experiments with Roblox’s expanding commerce tools, including connections between virtual experiences and selected physical merchandise. Music events have become an important part of Roblox’s identity, giving artists a route to younger digital audiences without simply placing a conventional concert video inside the platform. The result sits somewhere between a game, a fan museum and a very elaborate merchandise table. Whether players come for the songs or the digital clothing, the Stones continue finding new stages.
PC Gaming10 July 2026 – Great On Frame Store Category Hints At Steam Frame Launch Plans
A Great on Frame category has appeared within Steam, fuelling speculation that Valve’s Steam Frame hardware may be approaching a wider launch. Four initial games were reportedly listed as compatible, suggesting Valve is beginning to create the storefront infrastructure needed to identify suitable software. This resembles the Deck Verified system used for Steam Deck, where players can quickly determine how well a game works on the device. Valve has not confirmed that the category signals an immediate release, so expectations should remain carefully parked rather than launched into orbit. Nevertheless, storefront labels generally do not appear for fun. Their existence suggests that compatibility testing, developer guidance and consumer-facing preparation are moving forward behind the scenes.
PC Hardware10 July 2026 – JSAUX Reveals Custom E-Ink Faceplates For Steam Machine
Accessory manufacturer JSAUX has revealed custom E-Ink faceplates designed for Valve’s Steam Machine hardware. The faceplates allow owners to display personalised patterns or artwork without needing a constantly powered colour screen. Pricing and release timing have not yet been confirmed, but the announcement suggests third-party manufacturers are preparing early for Valve’s next hardware push. Customisation became a significant part of the Steam Deck accessory market, where docks, cases, skins and replacement shells quickly turned one handheld into an entire ecosystem. E-Ink is an especially interesting choice because it can retain an image while using very little power. The product may be niche, but it demonstrates that accessory companies expect Valve’s upcoming hardware to attract a committed audience.
Online Games10 July 2026 – ARC Raiders Hotfix Targets New Duplication Exploit
Embark Studios has deployed an ARC Raiders hotfix intended to mitigate a newly discovered item-duplication exploit. The studio has also warned that accounts gaining a significant advantage through deliberate abuse may face bans or other action. Economy exploits can be particularly damaging in extraction games, where the value of equipment and resources forms the foundation of both progression and risk. If players can produce valuable items without earning them, the wider balance begins collapsing faster than a poorly organised raid team. The hotfix may not erase every consequence immediately, but a rapid response is important. Embark now needs to monitor inventories, investigate suspicious behaviour and ensure legitimate players are not punished for accidentally encountering the issue.
Nintendo Music10 July 2026 – F-ZERO 99 Soundtrack Arrives On Nintendo Music
Nintendo has added the F-ZERO 99 soundtrack to its Nintendo Music application. The release includes 44 tracks with a combined running time of approximately one hour and 44 minutes. F-ZERO’s combination of futuristic racing and high-energy music makes it particularly suitable for listening outside the game, although playing it while driving to work may encourage an unrealistic opinion of the family hatchback. Nintendo Music continues to expand gradually, transforming decades of game soundtracks into another benefit for eligible Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. The service remains far from a complete archive, but additions such as F-ZERO 99 strengthen its usefulness. It also gives Nintendo a formal way to celebrate music that might otherwise remain locked inside individual games.
Updates10 July 2026 – Adventures Of Elliot Update Adds A Quieter Companion Option
The Adventures of Elliot has received Version 1.1.0, introducing an option to disable the support character’s voice during gameplay. The update also adjusts tutorial presentation, addresses some PC frame-rate problems and fixes a selection of smaller bugs. Companion dialogue can add personality and useful guidance, but repeated lines sometimes become less charming after the fiftieth encounter with the same environmental obstacle. Giving players control over the voice therefore improves accessibility without removing the character entirely. The performance fixes will be equally welcome for PC users affected by inconsistent frame rates. It is not a dramatic expansion, but thoughtful updates often improve a game more than another pile of collectibles placed on the far side of the map.
JRPG10 July 2026 – Star Ocean 30th Anniversary Stream Set For 19 July
Square Enix will celebrate Star Ocean’s 30th anniversary with a special broadcast on 19 July at 20:00 Japan Standard Time. The company has cautioned viewers that the stream will not contain information about a new game, setting sensible boundaries before JRPG fans build an entire sequel announcement from the shape of the thumbnail. Instead, the programme will focus on the franchise’s history, music, development stories and anniversary celebrations. Star Ocean has occupied a distinctive corner of Japanese role-playing games for three decades through its mixture of fantasy worlds, space travel and real-time combat. Even without a new reveal, the stream gives longtime players an opportunity to revisit the series and recognise the developers and ideas behind it.
PlayStation10 July 2026 – PlayStation Announces Comic-Con Panels For Wolverine And More
Sony Interactive Entertainment has outlined its plans for San Diego Comic-Con 2026, including panels connected to Marvel’s Wolverine, fighting game Marvel Tokon and God of War character Laufey. The programme gives PlayStation an opportunity to reach audiences beyond conventional gaming showcases, particularly where its projects overlap with comics, film and broader entertainment fandom. Marvel’s Wolverine is likely to attract the most attention as players look for more information about Insomniac Games’ next major release. Sony has not promised a giant release-date reveal, so expectations should be kept somewhere below the ceiling. Even so, developer discussions and behind-the-scenes material can provide meaningful insight into character design, combat direction and the difficult process of adapting familiar properties into interactive worlds.
Demos10 July 2026 – Disgaea Mayhem Demo Is Now Available
A playable demo for Disgaea Mayhem is now available, letting players sample the latest entry in the famously number-obsessed strategy RPG series. Disgaea has built its identity around colourful characters, grid-based battles and progression systems where sensible statistical limits are treated as polite suggestions. The demo provides an opportunity to test the combat, humour and new mechanics before committing to the full release. Strategy RPGs benefit particularly from demos because screenshots cannot explain whether movement, menus and turn flow actually feel satisfying. Players can now determine whether Mayhem delivers the familiar Disgaea mixture of tactical planning and completely unreasonable damage numbers. It may also reveal whether the game respects free time or intends to consume it whole.
Console Gaming10 July 2026 – Once Human Comes To PS5 And Xbox Series On 25 August
NetEase has confirmed that free-to-play survival game Once Human will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on 25 August. The console edition brings the game’s supernatural open world, base construction, resource gathering and strange creatures to a broader audience. Starter packs are already being offered ahead of launch, although the core game will remain free to access. Once Human combines familiar survival mechanics with an unsettling world transformed by an extraterrestrial substance. Its move to consoles could significantly expand the community if the controls, interface and performance translate effectively from PC. The largest challenge may be explaining to new players why their carefully constructed house is surrounded by impossible monsters and several neighbours dressed like post-apocalyptic fashion influencers.
Updates10 July 2026 – Arknights Endfield Details Huge Homecoming Update
Arknights: Endfield will receive its Homecoming update on 16 July. The expansion is described as the game’s largest main-story map update since launch, adding two new areas, additional narrative content and new Operators named Arcane and Liino. Factory-building and Automated Industry Complex systems are also being expanded, alongside new activities and rewards. Endfield mixes action RPG combat with production management, making it one of the few games where saving civilisation and improving conveyor-belt efficiency feel equally urgent. Homecoming appears designed to serve both audiences: players following the story and those who become emotionally invested in perfectly aligned machinery. The update’s scale should provide a useful test of how Endfield plans to maintain momentum after its initial release.
PlayStation10 July 2026 – No Case Should Remain Unsolved Comes To PS5 In August
Mystery adventure No Case Should Remain Unsolved will launch for PlayStation 5 on 19 August. The game follows a retired detective attempting to reconstruct the truth behind the disappearance of a young girl by connecting fragmented memories and conflicting testimonies. Its compact two-to-three-hour structure focuses on deduction rather than combat or open-world distractions. Players arrange pieces of information, identify contradictions and gradually determine which recollections belong together. The format makes it well suited to an evening session, although perhaps not one immediately before bed if unresolved disappearances are not part of the preferred relaxation routine. The PS5 edition gives console players access to a critically regarded narrative mystery without stretching a focused premise into a 60-hour commitment.
Sales10 July 2026 – Rhythm Heaven Groove Opens Strongly In Japan
Rhythm Heaven Groove sold approximately 60,428 physical retail copies during its opening period in Japan, according to Famitsu’s latest sales estimates. The figure covers the week ending 5 July and does not include digital purchases, meaning the full launch audience will be larger. Rhythm Heaven has always occupied an unusual position within Nintendo’s catalogue. Its challenges are mechanically simple, but the timing requirements, music and surreal presentation make it instantly recognisable. Groove’s opening performance suggests there is still a healthy audience for games that do not require enormous maps, crafting trees or a season pass. Sometimes players merely want to tap a button at the correct moment while a cartoon object does something inexplicably cheerful.
Industry News10 July 2026 – Cygames Says Three Long-Awaited Projects Remain In Development
Cygames has stated that Project Awakening, Lost Order and Garnet Arena remain in development despite their long periods away from public view. Project Awakening was first revealed years ago as an ambitious fantasy action game, while Lost Order and Garnet Arena have similarly spent considerable time outside the spotlight. The confirmation does not provide release dates or extensive new footage, but it reassures followers that the projects have not been quietly cancelled. Long development cycles can reflect major redesigns, technical challenges or simply an announcement made far too early. For now, fans have confirmation rather than a calendar. It is not quite the dramatic return some hoped for, but in modern game development, proof of continued existence sometimes counts as meaningful news.
Xbox Game Pass10 July 2026 – Game Pass Gets Palworld 1.0 And Wuthering Waves Benefits
Xbox Game Pass subscribers receive two notable additions today. Palworld’s full Version 1.0 update becomes available through the service, while Wuthering Waves players gain a new set of subscriber benefits. Palworld is the obvious headline because Game Pass helped introduce the survival game to millions of players during Early Access. Its complete release now gives those subscribers access to the expanded story, new areas and revised systems without a separate purchase. The Wuthering Waves benefits provide additional value for players already engaged with the free-to-play action RPG. This combination illustrates Game Pass’s broad strategy: full games, major updates and recurring bonuses gathered under the same subscription, even as Microsoft continues debating the service’s long-term economics.
Xbox Game Pass10 July 2026 – July Game Pass Removals Put Eleven Games On A Deadline
Eleven games are scheduled to leave Xbox Game Pass during July, giving subscribers a limited period to finish ongoing campaigns or purchase favourites with the available membership discount. The leaving-soon list represents the less glamorous side of subscription libraries. New arrivals receive trailers and prominent banners, while departures quietly turn leisurely backlogs into deadline-driven assignments. Players should check their recently played titles before committing to another enormous RPG that will remain untouched until September. Game Pass continues to offer strong discovery value, but access is temporary unless a game is purchased separately. The service is a large rotating library rather than a permanent collection, and July’s removals provide another reminder that digital convenience often arrives with a calendar attached.
Nintendo10 July 2026 – Ketsu Battler Series 2 Update Arrives On 30 July
Ketsu Battler will receive its Series 2 update on 30 July, accompanied by the downloadable fighter Kiden. The deliberately eccentric battle game has attracted attention through its unusual presentation and willingness to embrace comedy rather than behave like a conventional competitive fighter. Series 2 is expected to expand the available content and give existing players new reasons to return. Kiden’s arrival should also shake up matchups once the community begins testing attacks, movement and every possible embarrassing defeat animation. Smaller fighting games often survive through distinctive identities rather than enormous character rosters, and Ketsu Battler certainly understands the value of being memorable. Whether Series 2 creates a balanced competitive environment is another question, but normality was never part of the sales pitch.
New Releases9 July 2026 – Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Launches Today
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced launches today on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, bringing Edward Kenway’s pirate adventure back in modern form. The remake has been positioned as a full rebuild rather than a simple polish pass, with upgraded visuals, refreshed environments, modern lighting, dynamic weather and improved naval action. For many players, Black Flag remains the Assassin’s Creed entry that accidentally became the best pirate game in town. That makes today’s launch a big nostalgia moment, but also a test: can Ubisoft modernise a beloved classic without sanding away the salt, chaos and sea-shanty swagger that made it memorable?
PC Gaming9 July 2026 – Black Flag Resynced Release Times Put Pirates On The Clock
Black Flag Resynced is not just launching today; it is also turning time zones into part of the adventure. Console players get local midnight access, while PC players follow a global unlock schedule. Preloads have been available ahead of launch, with the game reportedly weighing in at around 65 GB. That means the first real battle may not be against rival pirates, but against storage space, download speeds and the temptation to stare at the progress bar like it owes you money. For fans ready to return to the Caribbean, today is all about preparation: preload, clear the calendar and try not to shout 'boarding party' in a public place.
Reviews9 July 2026 – Early Black Flag Resynced Reactions Focus On The Pirate Fantasy
Early coverage around Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is focusing heavily on how well the remake preserves the pirate fantasy. The original game worked because it made sailing, raiding, hunting, treasure maps and ship upgrades feel like a full adventure rather than side content. The remake’s challenge is to keep that rhythm intact while making combat, stealth and navigation feel more current. Black Flag is one of those games people remember emotionally: the open sea, the music, the danger, the ridiculous joy of turning a ship battle into floating fireworks. If Resynced captures that feeling, it could become one of July’s strongest comfort-blockbuster releases.
RPG9 July 2026 – Echoes Of Aincrad Begins Its Global PC Launch Window
Echoes of Aincrad begins its launch rollout today, giving Sword Art Online fans a new action RPG to judge, defend, dissect and probably argue about for the rest of the week. PC Gamer notes a July 9 PC unlock timing, while wider platform and regional releases continue around the July 9–10 window. The big question is whether this entry can break the uneven history of Sword Art Online games and deliver a sharper, more satisfying RPG experience. The premise has always been perfect for games: virtual worlds, party combat, dramatic stakes and lots of stylish sword work. Now the execution has to do the difficult part.
RPG9 July 2026 – Granblue Fantasy Relink Endless Ragnarok Arrives Today
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok launches today across supported platforms, bringing more skyfaring action RPG content to fans of flashy battles, party builds and boss fights that look like someone weaponised fireworks. The release is especially notable for Switch 2 players, as Nintendo’s new hardware continues building a strong RPG lineup. Granblue’s appeal is not complicated: colourful characters, dramatic attacks, co-op energy and a world that feels built to make every sword swing look like key art. Endless Ragnarok gives returning players another reason to dive back in, while newcomers get a loud reminder that July’s release calendar is not only about pirates.
Nintendo9 July 2026 – Digimon Story Time Stranger Starts Its Japan Rollout
Digimon Story Time Stranger begins its Japan rollout today on Switch and Switch 2 before its wider release window continues tomorrow. The new monster-raising RPG sends players between the human world and the Digital World, mixing turn-based battles, creature collection and the series’ familiar theme of bonds between people and digital partners. Digimon has always lived in Pokémon’s shadow commercially, but it has its own flavour: stranger sci-fi ideas, moodier evolution paths and a willingness to make small creatures turn into absolute nightmare machines. For RPG fans, Time Stranger looks like one of July’s more interesting creature-collecting releases.
Mobile Games9 July 2026 – Tiny Bookshop Opens Its Mobile Doors
Tiny Bookshop launches today on iOS and Android, giving mobile players a calmer new release in a week otherwise dominated by pirates, layoffs and giant subscription-service debates. The premise is wonderfully simple: run a small bookshop, meet customers, recommend stories and build a cozy little business around reading. That may not sound like the loudest gaming pitch of the day, but it has strong appeal for players who want something warm, portable and low pressure. Mobile gaming does not always need endless timers or neon buttons screaming for attention. Sometimes the best loop is just books, people and a tiny shop with good vibes.
Nintendo Switch 29 July 2026 – Yoshi And The Mysterious Book Gets Demo And Version 1.0.2 Update
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book now has a free demo on the Nintendo eShop, arriving alongside the Version 1.0.2 update for Switch 2. The update allows players to carry demo save data into the full game, provided the retail version is updated and started without existing save data. It also includes general fixes designed to improve the experience. Demo support is a smart move for a charming platform adventure, because Yoshi games tend to sell themselves best when players actually touch the soft, colourful world. It is also a useful reminder that not every 2026 gaming headline needs to involve restructuring, lawsuits or corporate damage reports.
Merchandise9 July 2026 – LEGO Pokémon Red Minifigure Images Surface Online
Clearer images of the upcoming LEGO Pokémon Red minifigure have surfaced online, giving collectors a better look at the classic trainer before the product’s full retail details are confirmed. Pricing has not yet been announced, but the figure is expected to go on sale in the coming months. Pokémon and LEGO is the kind of crossover that feels almost unfair. It combines childhood nostalgia, display appeal, collecting habits and the quiet financial danger of saying 'just one set' before needing a second shelf. Red is an especially obvious starting point because he carries the original trainer energy that still powers half the franchise’s mythology.
Nintendo Switch Online9 July 2026 – Rhythm Heaven Groove Gets Second Wave Of Switch Online Icons
The second wave of Rhythm Heaven Groove Nintendo Switch Online icons is now available, giving fans more tiny bits of profile decoration to chase. It is a small update, but Nintendo has become very good at turning small digital extras into regular community engagement. Rhythm Heaven Groove has already brought the series back into the spotlight with its quirky rhythm challenges, bright personality and ability to make one missed beat feel like a personal betrayal. The new icons are not a huge feature, but they keep the game visible after launch. Sometimes Nintendo’s online ecosystem runs on retro games, free delivery perks and the power of cute profile pictures.
PC Gaming9 July 2026 – Epic Games Store Gives Away Nova Lands And Tattoo Tycoon
The Epic Games Store’s latest free games are now available, with Nova Lands and Tattoo Tycoon taking over the weekly giveaway slot from 9 July to 16 July. Nova Lands offers automation, exploration and factory-building energy, while Tattoo Tycoon leans into business management with a more unusual theme than the average shop simulator. Epic’s free-game strategy remains one of PC gaming’s most reliable rituals: claim now, decide whether you will actually play it sometime in 2031. Still, this week’s pairing is useful because it covers two different moods. One is about building systems on alien islands; the other is about running a creative business without accidentally drawing a regretful dragon on someone’s shoulder.
PC Gaming9 July 2026 – Steam Summer Sale Ends Today
The Steam Summer Sale ends today at 10 AM Pacific, closing one of PC gaming’s most dangerous annual wallet events. Valve’s official Steamworks schedule lists the 2026 Summer Sale as running from 25 June through 9 July, which means players are now in the final hours of bargain panic. This is the moment when wishlists become confessional documents. Do you really need another tactical RPG, two horror games and a city builder you will launch once? Emotionally, yes. Practically, perhaps not. The good news is that the next Steam event, Social Deduction Fest, starts on 13 July. The backlog never sleeps. It merely changes discount banners.
PC Gaming9 July 2026 – Palworld Hits 40 Million Players Ahead Of 1.0
Palworld has passed 40 million players ahead of its full 1.0 launch on 10 July. The milestone is impressive, even with the important caveat that 'players' is not the same as full paid copies sold, because the total includes access through platforms such as Game Pass. Still, reaching that number before leaving early access shows how enormous the game’s reach has become. Palworld’s mix of survival crafting, creature collecting, base building and morally suspicious labour optimisation turned it into one of the loudest gaming stories of the last few years. Now the question is whether 1.0 turns viral chaos into long-term staying power.
Updates9 July 2026 – Palworld 1.0 Patch Notes Are Reportedly Massive
Palworld’s 1.0 update is almost here, and the patch notes are reportedly enormous. GamesRadar reports that the notes are so large they nearly caused technical headaches on Steam, which is exactly the kind of absurd milestone that suits Palworld. The update is expected to bring major changes, new areas, new Pals, story additions and enough system tweaks to make returning players reconsider their base layout, production chains and possibly their life choices. Full releases after early access are always important, but Palworld’s scale makes this one especially interesting. The game is no longer just proving it can go viral. It now has to prove it can mature.
Industry News9 July 2026 – id Software Layoff Reports Deepen After 136 Job Losses
The situation around id Software has become one of the week’s most painful industry stories. VGC reports that a Texas WARN notice indicates 96 workers were laid off in Richardson, where id is based, plus 40 remote roles, for a total of 136 job losses. Affected developers have described the studio as badly reduced after the cuts. id Software is not just another name on a corporate chart; it is one of the foundations of the FPS genre. Doom, Quake and id Tech helped shape modern gaming. Seeing that legacy hit by restructuring is a brutal reminder that even legendary studios are not safe from spreadsheet weather.
Industry News9 July 2026 – id Software Was Reportedly Pitching Co-op Doom And Perfect Dark Ideas Before Cuts
Reports today claim id Software had been exploring several possible projects before the layoffs, including a multiplayer Doom concept, a new Perfect Dark pitch and even a John Wick-inspired cyberpunk game. None of those projects should be treated as announced games, but the report is fascinating because it shows how much creative possibility may have been sitting inside the studio before restructuring hit. id’s technical heritage and shooter expertise would make any of those ideas interesting. Instead, the industry conversation is now about job losses, uncertainty and whether a studio famous for forward motion has been forced into survival mode.
DLC9 July 2026 – Doom: The Dark Ages Revelations Wins Praise While id Faces Uncertainty
Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations is earning strong player reactions on Steam, but the celebration is being overshadowed by reports of deep cuts at id Software. That contrast is hard to ignore. On one side, players are praising a faster, more aggressive expansion that seems to answer some criticisms of the base game. On the other, the people responsible for that work are facing an uncertain future. It is a bitterly familiar industry pattern: a team delivers something exciting, then the business around it suddenly shifts under their feet. The Slayer can punch demons into paste. Unfortunately, developers cannot punch corporate restructuring.
Xbox9 July 2026 – Xbox Studio Sales Continue To Define Microsoft’s Reset
Microsoft’s Xbox reset is still dominating the industry conversation. The Verge reports that the company is selling or spinning off several Xbox studios, including Double Fine, Compulsion Games, Ninja Theory and Undead Labs, while making major job cuts across the division. The strategy appears to move Xbox away from the idea of simply owning a huge family of studios and toward a leaner structure focused on major franchises and scalable business lines. For players, this raises a difficult question: what kind of Xbox ecosystem remains after the creative middle is trimmed? Big brands are useful, but platform identity also comes from weird, risky games.
Xbox Game Pass9 July 2026 – Xbox Game Pass Adds Tamashika During A Difficult Week
Xbox Game Pass gets new content today, including Tamashika, while the service remains under intense scrutiny after reports of slower growth and major Xbox restructuring. That is the strange thing about subscription platforms: the content pipeline keeps moving even while the business model is being debated in public. For players, Game Pass is still a discovery machine. You can try odd games, big games, small games and things you would never risk buying blind. For Microsoft, the challenge is whether the numbers work long-term. Tamashika’s arrival is a small content win during a week when the larger Game Pass story feels anything but settled.
Xbox Game Pass9 July 2026 – Xbox Game Pass July Removals Put Backlogs On A Deadline
Xbox Game Pass is also preparing to remove a batch of games later this month, with reports noting that 11 titles are leaving the library in July. That is the other side of subscription gaming. New additions get the spotlight, but removals turn backlogs into timed quests. Players who started something months ago may now need to decide whether to finish it, buy it with a member discount or let it float away into the digital fog. Game Pass remains excellent for discovery, but it is not the same as ownership. The service gives players access; the calendar decides how long that access lasts.
PlayStation9 July 2026 – Analyst Says PlayStation Disc Protests May Not Change Sony’s Plan
The backlash to Sony’s plan to stop producing physical discs for new PlayStation games in 2028 continues, but an analyst quoted by Insider Gaming argues the protests may not be enough to reverse the decision. That will not please collectors, preservation advocates or players who simply like owning something physical. The debate has become much bigger than packaging. It is about resale, lending, access, long-term preservation and whether digital libraries are really libraries or just permissions with nice cover art. Sony may see the market moving digital. Players see a future where ownership feels thinner, and that is why this story refuses to calm down.
Events9 July 2026 – Summer Games Done Quick 2026 Continues For Doctors Without Borders
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 continues today, running through 11 July while raising money for Doctors Without Borders. SGDQ remains one of gaming’s best community traditions: extremely skilled players breaking games in half for charity while commentators explain strategies that sound like forbidden wizard math. The event works because it turns niche mastery into easy entertainment. Even if you have never speedrun anything, watching someone complete a favourite game at impossible speed is fascinating. It is wholesome, chaotic and faintly humiliating. Some people save frames. The rest of us still miss jumps in tutorial levels.
PC Gaming9 July 2026 – July’s PC Calendar Lets Smaller Games Breathe
July remains a relatively lighter month for giant PC releases, which gives smaller games more room to be noticed. PC Gamer’s July calendar highlights big beats like Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Palworld 1.0 and later-month events, but also points toward cozy games, co-op horror and niche releases that might otherwise be swallowed by blockbuster noise. That is good for players and dangerous for wallets. A quiet month is never truly quiet on PC; it simply hides the damage in smaller purchases. The summer lull is therefore less a lull and more a trap with charming pixel art, weird mechanics and surprisingly strong Steam reviews.
Cozy Games9 July 2026 – Cat Mail Co. Brings Cozy Delivery To PC
Cat Mail Co. launches today on PC, adding another gentle entry to July’s cozy-games calendar. The game’s appeal is instantly understandable: cats, deliveries, wholesome routines and the sort of low-pressure loop that makes players relax instead of checking damage numbers. Cozy games are now a serious market because they serve a clear need. Not everyone wants to spend every evening fighting demons, managing raids or reading corporate restructuring news. Some players want a softer world with small tasks, friendly characters and a cute premise. Cat Mail Co. may not be the biggest release of the day, but it knows exactly who it is for.
Nintendo9 July 2026 – Disney Dreamlight Valley’s New Expansion Brings Winnie The Pooh Energy
Disney Dreamlight Valley’s latest expansion is making waves on Nintendo sites today, with the update leaning into Winnie the Pooh-themed charm. For a life-sim adventure built around Disney characters, this is exactly the kind of cozy crossover that keeps the game fresh: familiar faces, gentle tasks, new decorations and another reason for players to reorganise a digital valley they already spent too much time perfecting. Dreamlight Valley works because it is comfort food with quests attached. Pooh content should fit naturally into that formula. It is hard to imagine a better match for players who want their daily gaming session to include honey, friendship and zero esports pressure.
Events9 July 2026 – Tokyo Game Show 2026 Hype Builds After Exhibitor Reveal
Tokyo Game Show 2026 hype continues after the reveal of a huge exhibitor list including major Japanese publishers such as Sony Interactive Entertainment, Square Enix, Sega, Capcom, Konami and Koei Tecmo. The show is especially notable this year because it marks TGS’s 30th anniversary and expands to a five-day format. Nintendo is absent again, but the rest of Japan’s gaming scene looks ready to make September loud. TGS matters because it gives Japanese publishers a major home-stage moment late in the year. For fans, it also means trailers, demos, surprises and another excuse to pretend the backlog is under control.
PC Gaming9 July 2026 – World Of Warcraft Director Says UI Overhaul Is Improving
World of Warcraft’s ongoing UI overhaul is back in the spotlight today, with game director Ion Hazzikostas saying the work has been successful so far, even if it is not perfect yet. That may sound like a small systems story, but for a 20-plus-year MMO, interface changes are serious business. Longtime players build muscle memory around bars, buttons, add-ons and tiny visual cues. Move the wrong thing and someone will write a thesis in the forums before dinner. Blizzard’s goal is to make WoW cleaner and more approachable without alienating veterans. That is not just UI design; that is archaeology with raid frames.
RPG9 July 2026 – Dragon Age’s Former Lead Writer Says The Series May Be In Trouble
Dragon Age is back in the conversation after former lead writer David Gaider suggested the series may be in a very uncertain place, while also saying he would be interested in taking it somewhere darker and more dangerous if given the chance. This is not an official announcement, but it lands because Dragon Age still has a passionate fanbase that cares deeply about its characters, world and political fantasy drama. BioWare’s recent years have been turbulent, and players are hungry for clarity. Dragon Age is too important to simply fade away, but importance alone does not guarantee a future. RPG fans are watching closely.
Survival Games9 July 2026 – Subnautica 2 Celebrates 5 Million Copies Ahead Of First Early Access Update
Subnautica 2 has passed 5 million copies sold ahead of Adaptive Measures, its first early access update. That is a major milestone for a survival series built on exploration, underwater tension and the universal human response to deep ocean darkness: absolutely not. Early access success is always about momentum. A strong launch brings players in, but regular updates convince them to stay, test, build and give feedback instead of drifting away. Subnautica 2 has a strong foundation because the original series already proved how powerful underwater survival can be. Now the sequel needs to turn early curiosity into a long-term ocean of content.
Industry News9 July 2026 – GTA 6 Age Verification Rules In Australia Raise New Compliance Questions
A new report says GTA 6 could face serious regulatory pressure in Australia if age-verification requirements are not followed correctly. The story reflects a broader shift in how governments are approaching mature games, online accounts, child safety and platform responsibility. GTA 6 is already expected to be one of the biggest entertainment launches in history, which means every compliance issue around it will receive extra scrutiny. For players, this may sound like boring legal background noise. For publishers, it is the kind of thing that can affect storefronts, launch planning, access systems and fines. The bigger a game becomes, the more it stops being just a game launch.
Indie Games9 July 2026 – Project Phoenix Keeps Its Strange Comeback Story Alive
Project Phoenix remains one of gaming’s strangest long-running crowdfunding stories, and the conversation around it continues after its creator recently said he deserved the backlash while insisting the game is still coming. The project became infamous after raising around one million dollars and then spending years trapped in delays, frustration and broken expectations. In normal game development, a long delay is painful. In crowdfunding, it becomes a public relationship with thousands of angry stakeholders. If Project Phoenix finally releases, it will not arrive like a normal game. It will arrive like a recovered artifact from an earlier internet era, complete with emotional baggage and patch notes.
RPG9 July 2026 – Blood Of Dawnwalker Builds Momentum As A 2026 RPG To Watch
The Blood of Dawnwalker continues building early momentum after hands-on coverage described it as one of 2026’s most promising RPGs. The game comes from Rebel Wolves, a studio founded by experienced RPG developers, and its dark fantasy tone immediately gives players a reason to pay attention. RPG fans are always hungry for meaningful choices, strong worldbuilding and combat that does not feel like polite waiting. Dawnwalker appears to be aiming for exactly that space. The genre is crowded, but a strong identity can still cut through. If the final game delivers, this could be one of those projects that starts as a niche curiosity and becomes a major conversation.
Browser Games9 July 2026 – Soccer Dynasty Launches As A Free Browser-Based Football Management Game
Soccer Dynasty has officially launched at www.soccerdynastygame.com, giving football fans a new free-to-play browser game built around club building, long-term strategy and the dream of turning a modest side into a global powerhouse. Instead of asking players to download a massive client or fight through complicated installation steps, Soccer Dynasty runs directly in the browser, making it easy to jump in from a desktop PC and start building a football empire right away. The appeal is simple but powerful: create or guide a club, shape a squad, develop talent, compete for trophies and build a dynasty that lasts beyond one lucky season. Where many football games focus only on the match itself, Soccer Dynasty leans into the bigger story around the sport. Players are not just chasing three points; they are managing ambition, identity, momentum and the long arc of a club’s rise. The game is designed for fans who love transfers, youth development, competition structures, squad planning and the emotional theatre of football. It also fits perfectly into the growing browser-games revival, where lightweight access and instant play matter more than ever. There is something refreshing about a football management experience that does not require a console, a premium annual release or a weekend lost to updates before the first match can even begin. Soccer Dynasty also arrives with strong potential for ongoing expansion. A game built around leagues, players, clubs and long-term competition can grow naturally with new features, events, balance updates and community feedback. For football fans who enjoy the idea of becoming chairman, manager, scout, strategist and club legend all in one, this launch is worth watching. Soccer Dynasty is not just about winning today’s fixture. It is about building a name that survives season after season, turning smart decisions into silverware, and proving that every great football empire starts with one bold first click.
Nintendo8 July 2026 – Wario Land And Three More Classics Hit Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo has added a fresh retro drop to Nintendo Switch Online, and the headline act is Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3. Also joining the Game Boy library are The Sword of Hope II and Fortified Zone, while Expansion Pack subscribers get Dr. Mario & Puzzle League for Game Boy Advance. Japan also receives Dr. Mario & Panel de Pon and Tomato Adventure. It is a strong little nostalgia buffet, especially for players who miss the era when games were tiny, charming, and perfectly happy to ruin your thumbs without an achievement system applauding you for it.
Events8 July 2026 – Tokyo Game Show 2026 Reveals Huge Exhibitor List
Tokyo Game Show 2026 has revealed its exhibitor list, with Sony Interactive Entertainment, Square Enix, Sega, Capcom, Konami and Koei Tecmo all confirmed. This year’s show is especially notable because it will be the first five-day TGS and also marks the event’s 30th anniversary. The show currently lists 759 exhibitors and 3,946 booths, which is less a convention and more a playable city-state. Nintendo is once again absent, which is not especially surprising, but the rest of Japan’s biggest publishers are clearly ready to make September loud, colourful and deeply dangerous for gaming wallets.
Xbox Game Pass8 July 2026 – Xbox Game Pass Reportedly Drops To Around 30 Million Subscribers
Xbox Game Pass is reportedly down to around 30 million subscribers, a drop from the 34 million figure Microsoft last shared in 2024. Reports from Bloomberg and The Wall Street Journal say the service has lost millions of users, while older court documents suggested Microsoft once hoped Game Pass would be much larger by this stage. The story lands right in the middle of Xbox’s painful restructuring week, making it harder to ignore the business question behind the subscription dream. Players still love a bargain, but apparently even the all-you-can-play buffet has limits. The backlog, however, remains undefeated.
Xbox8 July 2026 – Xbox Backwards Compatibility Veteran Kevin LaChapelle Laid Off
Kevin LaChapelle, a 37-year Microsoft veteran and one of the key figures behind Xbox backwards compatibility, has confirmed he has been laid off as part of Microsoft’s latest restructuring. His departure hits especially hard because backwards compatibility has been one of Xbox’s most widely praised player-friendly features, letting modern Xbox owners play many original Xbox and Xbox 360 titles. In a week already filled with studio departures and job cuts, this one feels symbolic. Xbox’s past was preserved by people like LaChapelle. Now the company’s future is being reshaped by spreadsheets with very sharp teeth.
Xbox8 July 2026 – Toys For Bob Still Wants To Make Banjo-Kazooie
Toys for Bob has once again said it would love to work on Banjo-Kazooie if the opportunity ever came up. The studio, currently working on Spyro: A Realm Beyond, has a strong reputation for colourful platforming revivals, so the idea immediately set fan brains on fire. Banjo-Kazooie has been largely dormant since Nuts & Bolts in 2008, which in platformer years is roughly one geological era. Nothing is announced, and Xbox’s current restructuring makes everything complicated, but the match feels obvious. Give the bear and bird to the Spyro people and watch the internet briefly become happy.
Nintendo8 July 2026 – Nintendo Says Original Switch Sales Are Only Ending In Europe
Nintendo has clarified that the original Switch family is not being discontinued globally. The recent news about Switch, Switch Lite and Switch OLED sales ending in early 2027 only applies to regions handled by Nintendo of Europe. The decision appears connected to upcoming European rules requiring easier battery replacement, while Switch 2 is getting revised hardware in Europe to comply. Elsewhere, Nintendo says it still plans to sell the original Switch. That matters because the console is close to becoming the best-selling games machine ever, with 155.92 million units sold as of 31 March 2026. The little hybrid refuses to retire quietly.
Mobile Gaming8 July 2026 – Mario Kart Tour Will Shut Down In September
Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart Tour will officially end online service on 30 September 2026. Unlike Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, which received a paid offline replacement, Mario Kart Tour does not currently have an offline version planned. Players will receive free Gold Pass benefits in the lead-up to the shutdown, but the message is clear: the mobile kart party is pulling into its final pit lane. It is another reminder that live-service games can feel permanent right up until the calendar says otherwise. Blue shells are bad, but end-of-service notices are the true final boss.
Pokémon8 July 2026 – Pokémon Champions Passes 10 Million Downloads
Pokémon Champions has now surpassed 10 million cumulative downloads worldwide. The free-to-download battle-focused title launched on Switch earlier this year and arrived on mobile devices last month, helping push it past the milestone. The number shows that Pokémon’s competitive appeal remains enormous when the entry barrier is low. Players may complain about balance, formats, move sets and whatever their opponent just did to ruin a perfectly nice afternoon, but they still show up in huge numbers. Pokémon Champions appears to be doing exactly what it was designed to do: turn battling into a more accessible global habit.
Nintendo Switch 28 July 2026 – Crimson Desert Is Running On Switch 2, But Needs Work
Pearl Abyss has confirmed that Crimson Desert is being reviewed for Nintendo Switch 2, with basic gameplay currently possible on the hardware. CEO Heo Jin-young said the challenge is not simply getting the game running, but keeping the graphics, action and open-world experience up to the required standard. In other words, the Switch 2 version exists in the magical but dangerous zone between 'technically alive' and 'please do not show this at a conference yet.' A portable Crimson Desert would be a big win, but Pearl Abyss still needs optimisation, technical verification and platform quality checks before making promises.
Nintendo8 July 2026 – Nintendo Switch Online Members Get Free Store Delivery In Europe
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers in Europe now get another small perk: free standard delivery on Nintendo Store purchases over £1, plus free express delivery in some cases. It is not exactly a new Zelda trailer, but for frequent buyers of accessories, physical games or dangerously adorable merchandise, free delivery is still welcome. Subscription services are increasingly about little extras as much as the headline features, and Nintendo clearly wants Switch Online to feel more useful beyond multiplayer and retro games. It is the kind of benefit that sounds boring until you realise shipping fees are the final boss of online shopping.
Merchandise8 July 2026 – Klonoa Plush Opens For Pre-Order
Fangamer has opened pre-orders for an official Klonoa plush in the US and Europe, priced at 39 dollars or 44 euros. The plush is based on Klonoa: Door to Phantomile and even includes a removable collar, because apparently plush fashion has reached a level of detail we should both admire and fear. It is a sweet bit of merchandise for a cult-favourite platforming series that never quite became as huge as it deserved. Klonoa fans have spent years surviving on hope, remasters and nostalgia. Now they can at least hug the dream.
Industry News8 July 2026 – id Software Reportedly Loses Around Half Its Team
Reports around the Xbox layoffs now suggest that id Software may have lost around half of its team, with the studio’s coding staff especially affected. This is brutal timing, arriving just as Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations is fresh in players’ hands. id Software is one of the most historically important shooter studios in gaming, so any major reduction there carries weight beyond one company’s HR department. Doom may be about unstoppable rage against demons, but game development is unfortunately vulnerable to something even nastier: corporate restructuring. Players get new content; developers get uncertainty. That contrast stings.
Industry News8 July 2026 – Obsidian Cuts Continue To Shake RPG Fans
Obsidian’s reported layoffs remain one of the biggest talking points from Xbox’s restructuring, with 60 to 70 developers said to be affected. The studio’s history with Fallout: New Vegas, Pillars of Eternity, The Outer Worlds and Avowed makes every cut feel especially painful to RPG fans. Obsidian has always carried a particular flavour: branching choices, strong writing and the kind of quest design that lets players make terrible decisions and then blame the game for noticing. Losing experienced staff is not just a headcount change. It is years of creative memory walking out the door.
Industry News8 July 2026 – IO Interactive Will Continue Project Fantasy Independently
IO Interactive has confirmed that Project Fantasy will continue after the end of its external finance partnership with Microsoft. The studio says it has regained full ownership of the project and will continue developing and funding it independently alongside its other work. The news is reassuring for anyone intrigued by the idea of the Hitman and 007 First Light studio building an online fantasy RPG. However, it also comes with painful changes, including the closure of IO Istanbul and proposed staff departures. Project Fantasy survives, but not without scars. Dragons, apparently, are easier to manage than modern financing.
Xbox Game Pass8 July 2026 – Xbox July Game Pass Lineup Includes Tony Hawk And Palworld 1.0
Microsoft has detailed more of July’s Xbox Game Pass lineup, with highlights including Winds of Arcana: Ruination, Gears of War: Reloaded, Tamashika, PBA Pro Bowling 2026, Quarantine Zone: The Last Check, The Planet Crafter and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2. Palworld’s full 1.0 release is also coming as a major update on 10 July. The lineup is broad, which is exactly what Game Pass still does well: one minute you are skateboarding, the next you are surviving, bowling or managing heavily armed creature chaos. The service may be under business pressure, but the content conveyor belt is still moving.
PC Gaming8 July 2026 – Palworld 1.0 Nears Full Launch On 10 July
Palworld’s 1.0 release is almost here, with the full launch scheduled for 10 July across Game Pass-supported platforms and beyond. The survival-crafting monster game became one of the industry’s loudest early access stories, mixing creature collecting, base building, open-world survival and the sort of work-management systems that make players say, 'This seems morally questionable,' while continuing to optimise production lines. The 1.0 milestone is important because viral success is one thing; long-term staying power is another. Palworld now has the chance to prove it can become more than a chaotic meme factory with monsters and machine guns.
Reviews8 July 2026 – Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Reviews Praise The Pirate Return
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is sailing into launch week with strong review attention, including praise for how well Edward Kenway’s pirate adventure still holds up more than a decade later. Black Flag has always been the Assassin’s Creed game that secretly wanted to be a full pirate simulator, and that is exactly why people still love it. Sea battles, island hopping, treasure hunting and general nautical misbehaviour age better than some open-world checklist design. If the remake delivers the right visual polish and quality-of-life improvements, it could become one of July’s safest nostalgia wins. Sometimes players just want cannons and shanties.
Upcoming Releases8 July 2026 – Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Unlocks Early For New Zealand Trick Players
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced officially launches on 9 July, but Xbox players using the New Zealand region trick can start playing on 8 July in some regions. PC and streaming unlocks are tied to a global UTC time, while console releases follow local midnight timing. It is the usual modern release-date theatre: pirates, time zones and gamers pretending to move to New Zealand for purely nautical reasons. The game itself brings Edward Kenway’s Caribbean adventure back with upgraded visuals and modernised features. The only thing more powerful than a pirate ship is apparently a console settings menu.
Indie Games8 July 2026 – Project Phoenix Developer Says He Deserved The Backlash
The creator of the infamous million-dollar Kickstarter game Project Phoenix has spoken about the project’s troubled history, saying he deserved the backlash while also insisting the game is still coming. Project Phoenix became one of crowdfunding’s most notorious cautionary tales after years of delays and frustration from backers. The new comments do not magically fix the past, but they do make the saga relevant again. Crowdfunding can produce miracles, but it can also create a decade-long guilt machine with update posts. If Project Phoenix finally releases, it will be less a launch and more an archaeological event with patch notes.
RPG8 July 2026 – Blood Of Dawnwalker Builds Early RPG Hype
The Blood of Dawnwalker is building strong early attention after hands-on previews, with VGC calling it one of the most promising RPGs of 2026. The game comes from Rebel Wolves, a studio founded by developers with major RPG experience, including talent connected to The Witcher 3. That alone is enough to make RPG fans sit up like someone just said 'meaningful choices' in a crowded tavern. Its dark fantasy setup, ambitious role-playing systems and cinematic presentation suggest a serious challenger in next year’s RPG calendar. The genre is crowded, but Dawnwalker looks like it knows exactly which moonlit alley it wants to stalk.
Nintendo Music8 July 2026 – Nintendo Music Adds More Mario Kart World Free Roam Tracks
Nintendo Music continues to quietly grow, with more Mario Kart World Free Roam tracks now available for subscribers. Recent additions include songs inspired by Super Mario World, Super Mario Land, Super Mario Land 2 and Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3. It is a nice bonus for players who enjoy Nintendo soundtracks outside the games themselves, especially now that the company is treating music access as part of its broader online ecosystem. There is a danger, of course. Listening to Mario Kart music at work may make spreadsheets feel like Rainbow Road, and nobody needs that kind of drifting during tax season.
Retro Gaming8 July 2026 – Jaleco Arcade Collections Head To Modern Platforms
Jaleco Arcade Collection Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 are heading to Switch, PlayStation 5 and PC this winter, with each volume including 16 arcade titles. The collections feature classics such as City Connection, Formation Z, Exerion, Saint Dragon, Rod Land and Avenging Spirit, along with modern conveniences like rewind, save states and regional versions. That is important, because many old arcade games were originally designed with one guiding philosophy: consume coins and laugh. These collections give players a friendlier way to revisit that history without feeding an actual cabinet enough money to bankrupt a snack budget.
Nintendo Switch 28 July 2026 – Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader Gets Huge Switch 2 Patch
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader has received a major Switch 2 update, with Owlcat Games attempting to address the poor state of the original release on Nintendo’s new hardware. Nintendo Life previously criticised the Switch 2 version for serious performance and technical issues, so this patch matters. All DLC is also now free on Switch 2, which feels like both a peace offering and a tactical manoeuvre. Rogue Trader is a rich CRPG with huge potential, but technical problems can turn even the grim darkness of the far future into the grim stutter of the loading screen. Hopefully this patch helps the Emperor’s spreadsheet.
Pokémon8 July 2026 – More LEGO Pokémon Sets Move From Leak To Official Reveal
The next wave of LEGO Pokémon sets has moved from rumour territory toward official reveal, with Arcanine, Rayquaza, Munchlax, Poké Ball and an up-scaled Red figure among the reported and revealed highlights. Prices vary by set, and collectors are already preparing both shelf space and financial excuses. Pokémon and LEGO are an almost unfair combination: nostalgia, display value, cute creatures and the possibility of stepping on a tiny brick shaped like destiny. Rayquaza especially feels like the kind of set that will look amazing on a shelf while quietly judging every other purchase you made this year.
Nintendo Switch 28 July 2026 – Granblue Fantasy Relink: Endless Ragnarok Pre-Launch Stream Airs Today
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok gets its pre-launch live stream today ahead of release, giving players one last look before the action RPG lands on Switch 2. The game brings flashy party-based combat, skyfaring fantasy and online co-op to Nintendo’s growing RPG library. Switch 2 is quickly becoming a tempting platform for RPG fans, and Granblue’s stylish battles should fit nicely alongside July’s other Japanese releases. The appeal is not complicated: dramatic bosses, energetic combat, charming characters and enough magical sword poses to power a convention hall. Sometimes that is exactly what summer needs.
PC Gaming8 July 2026 – Steam Summer Sale Enters Its Final Day Stretch
The Steam Summer Sale is nearly over, with discounts scheduled to end on 9 July. That means PC players have one more day to make wise, responsible purchases, or more realistically, to buy five games they will describe as 'for later' before returning to the same multiplayer title they always play. July’s PC calendar is fairly light on giant releases, so the sale has been a useful catch-up window. It also arrives before a busier late-year release slate, making now a dangerous but logical time to fill library gaps. Remember: a discounted backlog is still a backlog. It just wears a party hat.
Events8 July 2026 – Summer Games Done Quick 2026 Keeps Speedrunning For Charity
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 continues this week, running from 5 to 11 July and raising money for Doctors Without Borders. The event remains one of gaming’s most joyful community traditions: players completing games absurdly fast while commentators explain strategies that sound like wizardry, tax fraud or both. SGDQ is especially good at turning niche game mastery into mainstream entertainment, because even people who have never speedrun anything can appreciate someone breaking a childhood favourite in half for charity. It is wholesome, chaotic and deeply humbling. Some people save frames. The rest of us still miss jumps in tutorial levels.
Esports8 July 2026 – Esports World Cup 2026 Opens In Paris
The Esports World Cup 2026 kicks off today in Paris, marking another step in esports’ push toward broader mainstream attention. The event is part of a growing global competitive gaming calendar, with major tournaments, team storylines and media coverage increasingly resembling traditional sports. Esports still faces challenges around long-term profitability, sponsorship stability and player support, but the audience is undeniable. The format works because gaming already has global participation; esports simply organises the chaos and adds lights, commentators and dramatic walkouts. The result is part sport, part entertainment, part extremely expensive LAN party with better production values.
Industry News8 July 2026 – Microsoft’s Xbox Restructure Raises Bigger Industry Questions
Microsoft’s Xbox restructuring remains one of the week’s biggest industry stories, with thousands of employees affected and several studios moving outside Xbox ownership. Axios reports that the cuts signal a potential shift away from Microsoft’s previous strategy of buying and holding smaller and mid-sized studios. The move has rattled developers, investors and players because it changes the story Xbox spent years telling: that it was building a giant creative family. Now the message is leaner, colder and much more financial. The games industry has always been risky, but this week it feels like the save file was overwritten by accounting.
PlayStation8 July 2026 – Sony Physical Disc Backlash Still Refuses To Calm Down
The backlash to Sony’s plan to stop producing physical discs for new PlayStation games in 2028 is still echoing through the industry. Players, developers and preservation advocates continue to raise concerns about ownership, resale, lending and long-term access. Sony’s move fits a broader digital trend, but the emotional reaction has been fierce because physical media has become more than packaging. It is proof of ownership, a collector’s item and a tiny plastic protest against the idea that everything should live behind an account login. The disc may be old-fashioned, but suddenly it looks like the hero in a preservation RPG.
PC Gaming8 July 2026 – July’s PC Release Calendar Gives Indie Horror Room To Shine
July is relatively light on giant PC blockbusters, which gives smaller releases and co-op horror games more room to breathe. PC Gamer’s July calendar highlights titles such as Happy’s Humble Burgatory, Storebound, Carnival Hunt and Shift at Midnight as notable picks for groups who enjoy screaming together in voice chat. Co-op horror works because fear becomes comedy the moment one player panics, drops the flashlight and starts shouting directions while running the wrong way. These games may not dominate billboards, but they understand one of gaming’s strongest social formulas: friends, darkness and one idiot opening the clearly cursed door.
Industry News7 July 2026 – Xbox Layoff Fallout Hits id Software And Obsidian
The fallout from Microsoft’s Xbox restructuring continues today, with reports saying id Software and Obsidian have both been hit hard by the cuts.
PlayStation7 July 2026 – Sony’s Don’t Kill The Disc Petition Passes 165,000 Signatures
A petition asking Sony to reverse its plan to stop producing physical discs for new PlayStation games has passed 165,000 signatures.
Xbox7 July 2026 – State Of Decay 3 May No Longer Be Required For Game Pass
State of Decay 3 is reportedly no longer required to launch into Xbox Game Pass following Undead Labs’ split from Microsoft.
Industry News7 July 2026 – Bethesda Restructures Around Fallout, Elder Scrolls, Doom And More
Bethesda is reportedly reorganising around its strongest franchises after the latest Xbox cuts.
PlayStation Plus7 July 2026 – July PlayStation Plus Essential Games Are Available Now
July’s PlayStation Plus Essential games are now available to download, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, For the King II and CrossCode.
Call of Duty7 July 2026 – Black Ops 6 Finally Escapes The Call Of Duty App
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 becomes a standalone download today, meaning players no longer need to launch it through the Call of Duty hub app.
DLC7 July 2026 – Doom: The Dark Ages Revelations Launches Today
Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations launches today on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, bringing a darker campaign chapter.
PC Gaming7 July 2026 – Moonlight Peaks Launches For Cozy Vampire Fans
Gothic life-sim Moonlight Peaks launches today for Switch, Switch 2, and PC, bringing supernatural farming to players.
Nintendo7 July 2026 – More LEGO Pokémon Sets Reportedly Leak
Reports suggest new LEGO Pokémon sets including Arcanine, Rayquaza and Munchlax have leaked online with pricing details.
Nintendo Switch Online7 July 2026 – Tetris 99 Gets Star Fox Crossover Event Trailer
Nintendo has released a trailer for the Star Fox-themed Tetris 99 Maximus Cup running from 10 July to 13 July.
Pokémon7 July 2026 – Pokémon Gives 60 Japanese Football Teams Their Own Partner Pokémon
The Pokémon Company has announced a collaboration with Japan’s J. League, giving all 60 football clubs their own partner Pokémon.
Retro Gaming7 July 2026 – Jaleco Arcade Collections Bring 32 Retro Games To Switch, PS5 And PC
Two volumes of the Jaleco Arcade Collection will bring 32 classic arcade titles to modern platforms this winter.
Nintendo7 July 2026 – Nintendo Music Adds More Mario Kart World Free Roam Tracks
Nintendo Music has added a new batch of songs from Mario Kart World Free Roam, featuring tracks inspired by retro Mario classics.
Mobile Gaming7 July 2026 – Pokémon GO Developer Niantic Becomes Scopely Explore
Pokémon GO developer Niantic has been renamed Scopely Explore following its acquisition by Scopely.
Sports Games7 July 2026 – eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026 Gets New Trailer And Long Gameplay Showcase
Konami has released a new gameplay trailer and a 45-minute video for eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026 ahead of its July 16 release.
PC Gaming7 July 2026 – MoonHack Announced As Emotional Cyber-Noir PC Adventure
ASTRA has announced MoonHack, an emotional cyber-noir rhythm action and visual novel adventure coming to Steam in 2027.
Upcoming Releases7 July 2026 – Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Preload Begins On PS5
Preload access for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced has begun on PS5 ahead of the game's release on July 9.
PlayStation7 July 2026 – PlayStation YouTube Comments Flood With Physical Disc Protests
PlayStation's YouTube comment sections are being flooded with protests against Sony's all-digital future.
Xbox7 July 2026 – Undead Labs Says State Of Decay 3 Is Still Coming
Undead Labs has reassured players that State of Decay 3 is still in development as the studio exits Xbox ownership.
Xbox7 July 2026 – Xbox Game Studios Lineup Looks Very Different After Departures
Xbox’s first-party lineup looks very different following the announced studio departures of Double Fine, Compulsion, Ninja Theory and Undead Labs.
Industry News7 July 2026 – Arkane Lyon Faces Uncertainty During Xbox Restructure
Arkane Lyon is reportedly facing strategic consultation during the Xbox restructuring, though Marvel's Blade remains in development.
Xbox Game Pass7 July 2026 – Game Pass Questions Grow After Xbox Studio Splits
Game Pass is back under the microscope following Xbox's latest restructurings and studio splits.
Industry News7 July 2026 – Obsidian Layoffs Hit Veteran Developers
Obsidian has reportedly lost dozens of employees across multiple departments as part of Microsoft's wider gaming cuts.
Doom7 July 2026 – Doom DLC Launch Arrives Under A Cloud After id Software Reports
Reports of heavy layoffs at id Software cast a shadow over today's launch of Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations.
Nintendo7 July 2026 – Original Nintendo Switch Sales To End In Europe In February 2027
Nintendo of Europe will stop selling the original Switch family through its store in mid-February 2027.
Nintendo Switch 27 July 2026 – Switch 2 Battery Revision Coming In Europe
Nintendo confirms revised Switch 2 hardware and accessories with user-replaceable batteries are coming to Europe.
PlayStation7 July 2026 – PS5 And PS4 Players Face July And August Delistings
Several PS5 and PS4 games are facing purchase delistings and online shutdowns across July and August.
Xbox Game Pass7 July 2026 – Xbox Game Pass Prepares Early July Removals
Xbox Game Pass is preparing to remove another batch of games in mid-July, offering member discounts before they depart.
Nintendo Switch 27 July 2026 – Granblue Fantasy Relink Endless Ragnarok Builds Toward Switch 2 Launch
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok is preparing for its Switch 2 arrival later this week with a pre-launch stream.
JRPG7 July 2026 – Persona 4 Revival Trailer Keeps The Remake Buzz Alive
Atlus has released a new character trailer for Persona 4 Revival, focusing on Rise Kujikawa ahead of its 2027 release.
PC Gaming7 July 2026 – July PC Release Calendar Leans Cozy, Horror And Catch-Up Friendly
July’s PC release calendar is lighter on giant blockbusters, giving cozy, horror and indie games room to breathe.
ModsFallout: Breach Promises An Aliens-Style Horror Twist
Fallout: Breach is drawing attention as a fan-made horror experience that aims to bring an Aliens-like atmosphere into the Fallout universe.
Nintendo eShopNintendo Summer Sale Ends This Wednesday
Nintendo’s Summer Sale is nearing its end, with the eShop promotion scheduled to wrap up on Wednesday, 8 July.
PersonaPersona 4 Anime Is Free On YouTube For A Limited Time
Persona fans have a limited-time freebie to chase, with Persona 4: The Animation and Persona 4: The Golden Animation made available on YouTube.
PC GamingHumble’s Summer Games Done Quick Bundle Supports Charity Speedrunning
Humble’s Summer Games Done Quick 2026 bundle is live, offering eight Steam Deck-friendly games while tying into the annual charity speedrunning event.
PC GamingMoonlight Peaks Lands On PC For Cozy Vampire Fans
Moonlight Peaks is one of today’s notable PC releases, arriving as part of July’s unusually busy cozy-games wave.
PC GamingEasy Delivery Co. Gets Free EasyCo EasyRally Update
Easy Delivery Co. receives its free EasyCo EasyRally update today, adding an alternate reimagined game mode with new music by Sohaoying.
Xbox Game PassWinds Of Arcana: Ruination Joins Xbox Game Pass Today
Winds of Arcana: Ruination joins Xbox Game Pass today on Series X|S, PC and cloud, giving subscribers a new 2.5D action-platforming adventure to try.
XboxXbox Gets A Packed Release Week From 6 To 10 July
Xbox players have a busy release week ahead from 6 to 10 July, with more than 20 games and updates scheduled across the ecosystem.
PlayStationSeveral PS5 And PS4 Games Face Delisting Or Service Shutdowns
A new PlayStation service warning list highlights several PS5 and PS4 titles facing delisting, online shutdowns or disabled services across July and August 2026.
PlayStation PlusPlayStation Plus July Games Arrive Tomorrow
The July PlayStation Plus Essential lineup arrives tomorrow, 7 July, with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, CrossCode and For the King II joining the monthly selection.
Upcoming ReleasesAssassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Release Times Revealed
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is almost ready to sail, with release timing now detailed ahead of its 9 July launch.
PlayStationSony Physical Disc Debate Keeps Burning
The PlayStation physical media debate continues today, with more reports clarifying what Sony’s 2028 disc-production change could mean for developers and collectors.
LegalEpic Settles Fortnite Leaker Case
Epic Games has settled its case against a former Fortnite contractor accused of leaking upcoming skins and events before they were officially announced.
NintendoPokémon Announces Champion Of Champions Charity Tournament
The Pokémon Company has announced a Champion of Champions tournament for Pokémon Champions featuring unusual real-world discipline champions.
XboxHalo: Campaign Evolved Physical Edition Will Include A Disc
Halo Studios has confirmed that the boxed version of Halo: Campaign Evolved will include a physical disc.
NintendoNintendo Will Stop Selling Original Switch Hardware In Europe In 2027
Nintendo of Europe has announced that it will stop selling the original Nintendo Switch family of hardware from mid-February 2027.
Nintendo Switch 2Nintendo Switch 2 Will Get Replaceable-Battery Revisions In Europe
Nintendo has confirmed that revised Nintendo Switch 2 hardware and accessories with user-replaceable batteries will begin rolling out in Europe from summer 2026.
Industry NewsArkane Lyon Impacted By Xbox Layoffs
Arkane Lyon has been named among the studios affected by the latest Xbox restructuring, with management reportedly entering consultation over possible strategic options.
XboxXbox Says Publicly Announced First-Party Games Are Not Being Cancelled
Amid the bad news, Xbox has reportedly confirmed that no publicly announced first-party titles are being cancelled as part of the current restructuring.
Industry NewsXbox Shifts Investment Toward Activision, Bethesda And Blizzard
Xbox is reportedly shifting more investment toward its biggest internal powerhouses, including Activision, Bethesda and Blizzard.
Xbox Game PassXbox Game Pass Reportedly Did Not Grow As Fast As Microsoft Expected
A major part of today’s Xbox story is the reported admission that Game Pass did not grow at the pace Microsoft expected.
Industry NewsCompulsion Games Also Goes Independent
Compulsion Games, the studio behind We Happy Few and South of Midnight, is reportedly going independent as part of Xbox’s wider reset.
XboxUndead Labs Splits From Xbox But State Of Decay 3 Continues
Undead Labs, the studio behind State of Decay, is reportedly separating from Xbox but has found a new publishing route for State of Decay 3.
XboxNinja Theory Set To Leave Xbox Amid Company Reset
Ninja Theory is also part of Xbox’s restructuring story, with reports saying the Hellblade developer will leave the Xbox family under new ownership terms.
Industry NewsDouble Fine Goes Independent After Xbox Restructuring
Double Fine Productions is reportedly heading back into independent territory after being affected by the latest Xbox restructuring.
Industry NewsXbox Confirms Major Job Cuts And Studio Shake-Up
Xbox has confirmed one of its biggest restructurings in years, with plans to cut thousands of jobs and let go of several studios including Double Fine, Ninja Theory, Compulsion and others.
Browser GamesCozy Room Makeover Launches As A Free Desktop Browser Game On Cozy Arcade Games
Cozy Room Makeover is now available on www.cozyarcadegames.com as a free browser game you can play on your desktop PC.
NintendoNintendo Talks About Keeping Its Past Accessible Through Switch Online
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has discussed the company’s interest in continuing to create opportunities for players to experience Nintendo’s older games, with Switch Online remaining a key part of that strategy.
Industry NewsSony’s Physical Disc Decision Keeps Stirring Industry Debate
Sony’s decision to discontinue physical disc production for new PlayStation games from January 2028 continues to dominate gaming discussion.
PC GamingSteam Summer Sale Enters Final Stretch
The Steam Summer Sale is now in its final stretch, running until 9 July and giving PC players a few more days to make financially questionable but emotionally understandable decisions.
PC GamingCo-op Horror Games Turn July Into A Screaming Group Chat
July may be relatively light on giant releases, but PC players who enjoy co-op horror have plenty to watch.
XboxXbox Players Get A Busy Week Of Releases From 6 To 10 July
Xbox players have a packed release week coming from 6 to 10 July, with notable arrivals including Wall World 2, Winds of Arcana: Ruination, Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations and Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced.
NintendoDigimon Story Time Stranger Evolves Toward Its July Launch
Digimon Story Time Stranger is scheduled for 10 July on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, bringing monster collecting, turn-based battles and a story spanning both the human world and the Digital World.
Nintendo Switch 2Granblue Fantasy Relink Endless Ragnarok Comes To Switch 2 This Week
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok arrives for Nintendo Switch 2 on 9 July, giving the platform another action RPG with big battles, party-based combat and online questing.
RPGFinal Fantasy 7 Revelation DLC Listings Appear Online
Listings connected to Final Fantasy 7 Revelation have appeared through EpicDB, pointing to premium editions, pre-purchase bonuses, a possible story expansion pass and several DLC entries.
BusinessCyberpunk 2077 Reaches 40 Million Copies Sold
Cyberpunk 2077 has now reached 40 million copies sold worldwide, marking another major milestone in one of gaming’s most dramatic redemption arcs.
XboxHalo: Campaign Evolved Remake Remains One Of July’s Biggest Upcoming Releases
Halo: Campaign Evolved is still one of July’s biggest upcoming releases, with the remake scheduled for 28 July on Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC.
PC GamingPalworld 1.0 Nears Release With A Big July Update On The Horizon
Palworld is heading toward its 1.0 release on 10 July, turning one of gaming’s biggest early access lightning strikes into a full launch moment.
Fighting GamesAvatar Legends Fighting Game Beta Ends Today
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game closes its beta today, giving pre-order players on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC one last chance to test the upcoming fighter before launch.
SonicSega Shares Sneak Peek At Sonic’s New Animated Short
Sega has shown a sneak peek of Sonic the Hedgehog: Memories and Beyond, a new animated short connected to Sonic’s 35th anniversary celebrations.
Nintendo Switch 2Dragon Quest XI S Switch 2 Version Reveals Performance And Quality Modes
Square Enix’s upcoming Switch 2 version of Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition has revealed more technical details, including Performance and Quality modes.
Nintendo Switch 2Splatoon Raiders Previews Point To A Big Switch 2 July Moment
Splatoon Raiders is shaping up as one of the key Nintendo Switch 2 releases for July, with previews focusing on its single-player adventure structure, colourful chaos and new setting.
NintendoRhythm Paradise Groove Keeps Nintendo’s Rhythm Series Dancing
Rhythm Paradise Groove, known as Rhythm Heaven Groove in some regions, is now one of Nintendo’s most cheerful July releases.
PC GamingAmazon Prime’s July PC Games Include Symphony Of War And In Sound Mind
Amazon’s July gaming lineup gives Prime members twelve PC games to claim throughout the month, including Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga, LoneStar, CyClones, In Sound Mind, Escape Academy and more.
DLCDoom: The Dark Ages Gets Ready To Freeze Hell With Revelations Expansion
Doom: The Dark Ages is preparing to unleash its Revelations expansion on 7 July, adding a new campaign chapter for players who felt the base game did not contain quite enough medieval demon violence.
Upcoming ReleasesAssassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Builds Hype Ahead Of 9 July Launch
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is one of July’s biggest releases, bringing Edward Kenway’s pirate adventure back for modern platforms on 9 July.
XboxXbox Faces Major Reset As Layoff And Studio Closure Reports Continue
Microsoft’s Xbox division remains under heavy scrutiny as reports point to a major internal reset, possible layoffs and potential studio closures.
EventsSummer Games Done Quick 2026 Begins With Balatro, Super Mario 64 And More
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 kicks off today, running from 5 July to 11 July in Minneapolis while raising money for Doctors Without Borders.
PlayStationPlayStation Plus July Lineup Brings Modern Warfare III, For The King II And CrossCode
Sony’s July PlayStation Plus monthly games are locked in, with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, For the King II and CrossCode becoming available from 7 July through 3 August.
Industry NewsHideo Kojima Reacts To PlayStation’s Digital-Only Future
Hideo Kojima has spoken about Sony’s plan to stop producing physical discs for new PlayStation games from January 2028, saying he feels sad about the shift and more broadly worried about the future of ownership.
Video Game NewsNew Shantae Game Announced With 2027 Release Window
WayForward has confirmed that a new Shantae game is officially in development, giving fans of the half-genie heroine something bright and bouncy to look forward to in 2027. The announcement was made during Anime Expo, where the studio shared a teaser image showing a redesigned Shantae.
Event-Date UpdateMicrosoft Flight Simulator World Update 22 launches with US National Parks focus
Microsoft Flight Simulator’s July 4 update lets players fly over US National Parks, which is basically sightseeing without traffic, sunburn or paying airport sandwich prices.
Event-Date ReleaseMuv-Luv Girls Garden iOS release expected in Japan
Muv-Luv Girls Garden’s iOS listing points to a July 4 release in Japan, bringing mecha girls, auto battles and maze drama to another pocket-sized battlefield.
Release CalendarKinnikuNeko: Super Muscle Cat launches on mobile
KinnikuNeko: Super Muscle Cat hits mobile today, proving that sometimes the app store simply asks: what if a cat had gym membership and plot armour?
Update PreviewMarvel Snap August 2026 Spotlight Cache update details upcoming cards
Marvel Snap’s August cache details are out, which means card-game players can now begin spreadsheeting joy, disappointment and whether that one new card is secretly busted.
UpdateHonkai: Star Rail Version 4.4 brings back Fate collaboration on July 15
Honkai: Star Rail is dragging the Fate collaboration back onto the train with new characters and more gacha gravity. Wallets should remain seated until the banner stops moving.
UpdateRainbow Six Mobile Operation Chain Reaction update arrives July 7
Rainbow Six Mobile is getting a major Operation Chain Reaction overhaul with ranked improvements, operator buffs and 120 FPS support. Tactical door-peeking now comes with smoother thumb violence.
Mobile AnnouncementGangstar Mirage City brings GTA-like multiplayer action to mobile
Gangstar Mirage City is aiming for open-world multiplayer chaos on mobile, because apparently phones needed more crime sandbox energy and fewer peaceful lock screens.
Developer UpdatePIONER developers break radio silence regarding future updates
The PIONER team finally addressed its future update plans after bankruptcy chatter and collapsing reviews. The Tarkov-meets-Fallout MMO is not dead yet, but the health bar is blinking red.
Digital Ownership / ClarificationPlayStation confirms support for existing physical games after 2028
PlayStation says existing physical games will still be supported after the disc cut-off, which is reassuring in the same way a boss saying ‘some of you may survive’ is technically positive.
Platform UpdateCall of Duty: Black Ops PS5 ports updated as fans await July releases
The Black Ops 1 and 2 PS5 ports have received backend updates, which means Activision is definitely touching the old zombies. Whether your wallet survives is a separate mode.
Hardware / RetailPS5 disc drives limited to one per order as Sony acknowledges high demand
Sony is limiting PS5 disc drive orders while the internet panics about physical media’s future. Nothing says ‘digital transition’ like everyone suddenly buying the removable disc thing.
DealsSquare Enix kicks off huge Switch 2 and Switch eShop sale
Square Enix opened a giant Nintendo sale with deep discounts on Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, Octopath and more. Backlogs everywhere just heard boss music and a cash register.
Western ReleaseSteins;Gate Octet of Shifting Space coming west to Switch 2 and Switch
Steins;Gate Octet of Shifting Space is finally coming west as an early-purchase bonus for Steins;Gate Re:Boot. Time travel fans get another excuse to stare suspiciously at microwaves.
Digital Sales ChartsNintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling digital games for June 2026
Star Fox topped Japan’s Switch 2 digital chart in June, while Powerful Pro Baseball kept Switch owners busy. The Japanese eShop scoreboard has spoken, and it brought receipts.
Launch TrailerHyperwired launch trailer: space shooter hits Nintendo Switch
Hyperwired has fired onto Switch with top-down roguelike shooter energy, which means your Joy-Cons can now experience space panic with neon seasoning.
FeatureThese are the best Pokémon games on Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Everything rounded up the best Pokémon games on Switch, which is brave because every Pokémon ranking is legally required to start at least three family arguments.
FeatureFive small but notable changes Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition could make
Nintendo has already confirmed extra content for Xenoblade 2 on Switch 2, and now the wishlists are out. JRPG fans do not ask for much — only better menus, smoother pacing and 200 hours of emotional admin.
Launch TrailerMomento launch trailer arrives as cozy room decorator hits Switch 2 and Switch
Momento is now decorating Switch rooms with sentimental objects and cozy vibes. Finally, interior design without needing to assemble flat-pack furniture or pretend you understand colour theory.
eShop ChartsNintendo Switch eShop charts: Rhythm Heaven Groove takes the top spot
Rhythm Heaven Groove has boogied past Tomodachi Life to claim the Switch eShop crown. The Miis were strong, but apparently rhythm has hips and chart power.
Game AnnouncementLily Fantasia coming to Nintendo Switch
Lily Fantasia is bringing rhythm gameplay and vampire-mother-saving drama to Switch on July 29. Finally, a game where tapping to the beat may also count as supernatural family therapy.
Gameplay DetailAssassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced offers ‘a lot’ of new shipwrecks to discover
Black Flag Resynced is adding more shipwrecks and underwater secrets, because Edward Kenway apparently looked at the ocean and said: needs more lootable danger puddles.
Industry RumourXbox could help at-risk studios complete their games, report claims
Xbox may help some endangered studios finish their games before spinning off, selling or restructuring them. It is less ‘happy ending’ and more ‘please finish the boss fight before the castle collapses’.
RumourMetroid may have more than one new title in the works after Ravenous rating
The Metroid rumour pipe is leaking again, and this time it sounds like Samus may have more than one mission in the oven. Nintendo fans have officially entered scan-visor mode.
Developer Comment / RumourThe Last of Us Part 3 could offer ‘a whole other story,’ says Troy Baker
Troy Baker says he would be open to whatever Neil Druckmann cooks next, even if The Last of Us Part 3 goes somewhere completely different. Translation: the clicker door is not closed, but nobody has found the keycard yet.
Hardware / PC RequirementsCinder City will not require 64GB of RAM, but it wants a stronger GPU
Cinder City walked back its scary 64GB RAM recommendation, which means PC gamers can stop yelling at their memory sticks. The GPU, however, has been quietly handed a much heavier gym routine.
Industry / LeadershipMachineGames boss takes over Arkane amid Blade cancellation reports
Arkane has a new boss from MachineGames while Marvel’s Blade rumours are still circling like vampire bats around a boardroom. Nothing says ‘creative stability’ like leadership changes during cancellation panic.
Digital Ownership / RetailSony tells developers they can still make discs after 2028, but only for older games
Sony has clarified that discs are not completely being thrown into the volcano after 2028 — but only older PlayStation games get to keep wearing shiny plastic armour. New games? Digital-code retail boxes, please form an orderly queue for existential dread.
Event-Date ReleasePixel Pigeon launches on the App Store
Pixel Pigeon lands on iOS today, proving the mobile release calendar can still produce names that sound like an arcade cabinet and a bird feeder had a baby.
Event CalendarNeverness to Everness Version 1.2 event calendar details rewards and schedule
NTE’s 1.2 event calendar is here, letting players plan their supernatural urban chaos with the seriousness of a project manager and the sleep schedule of a gacha fan.
Mobile AnnouncementBrave Frontier Origin bringing the pixel RPG back to mobile in 2027
Brave Frontier is coming back with Origin, because pixel RPG nostalgia has apparently found a revive crystal and a 2027 calendar slot.
Crossover EventMonster Hunter and Resident Evil Survival Unit join forces in mobile team-up
Monster Hunter and Resident Evil Survival Unit are crossing streams, which means monsters, survival tension and Capcom brand synergy are all sharing one lunch table.
Mobile LaunchGT Rivals: Real Racing Sim rolls out on Android
GT Rivals is revving up on Android and appears to be aiming for the Real Racing-shaped hole in many mobile racers’ hearts.
Mobile LaunchTitanite: Mecha Survival Game storms into Android with sea-based mech action
Titanite brings mechs to the sea, because apparently land-based robot battles were too dry and reasonable.
Mobile LaunchFortunes of Battle brings dice-fueled dungeon crawling to Android and iOS
Fortunes of Battle has rolled onto mobile with dice, dungeons and the ancient fantasy tradition of blaming RNG for all life choices.
Download RoundupNintendo Download July 2 North America includes Rhythm Heaven Groove, Moonlight Peaks and more
North America’s Nintendo Download list is stuffed again, because the eShop has decided your weekend plans are optional.
Platform CommentSquare Enix says Final Fantasy 15 on Switch 2 is ‘not entirely impossible’
Square Enix has not ruled out Final Fantasy 15 on Switch 2, which is enough JRPG fans to start lighting candles around their eShop icons.
Port / Pre-orderMoss: The Forgotten Relic jumps from PSVR to Switch 1 and 2 this month
Moss is hopping from VR into Switch land, with pre-orders open and a free upgrade path. Tiny mouse hero, big platform migration.
Physical Media / IndustrySony already retraining staff at PS5 game disc manufacturing facility
Sony’s disc plant staff are being retrained for micro-optics, which is maybe the most corporate way possible to say: the disc ship has sailed.
DelayAmbitious life sim inZOI delayed on PS5, now arriving in 2027
inZOI’s PS5 version is sliding into 2027, proving even life simulators need more life before they simulate yours.
Community BacklashPlayStation’s YouTube comments become a horror show after all-digital news
PlayStation’s comments are now full of ‘you will own nothing’ fury, which is not exactly the brand engagement a platform holder dreams of.
Industry ReactionShawn Layden reacts to PlayStation’s all-digital plan
Former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden has weighed in on Sony killing discs, calling it a dramatic decision. The disc discourse has officially unlocked veteran commentary mode.
Free GamesAmazon Prime’s 12 free games for July include Symphony of War
Prime Gaming’s July lineup includes Symphony of War, LoneStar and more, because subscription libraries now arrive like loot drops with calendar reminders.
Update / GuideEscape from Tarkov Kord Breach Season One modifiers confirmed
Tarkov’s first season modifiers are surfacing, because apparently regular extraction anxiety was too gentle and needed extra rule-based suffering.
Esports Roster / TournamentEvery player at the Esports Nations Cup 2026 Dota 2 tournament listed
The Esports Nations Cup Dota 2 lineup is taking shape, meaning national pride is now being settled with lanes, drafts and five-man panic pings.
Hardware IssueSteam Machine user reports first ‘red line of death’ GPU failure
The Steam Machine’s first red-line failure report has arrived, and the internet has already turned it into a cursed badge of early-adopter honour.
Physical Media / IndustrySony already repurposing disc site after scrapping physical games
Sony’s disc factory pivot is now being echoed by Insider Gaming too. The disc era is not just ending; it is being converted into micro-optics with terrifying efficiency.
Industry CommentaryEx-Blizzard president demands ‘digital promise’ from disc-less platforms
Mike Ybarra wants platform holders to make a digital ownership promise. Translation: if discs die, please stop making our libraries feel like rental ghosts.
Fan BacklashPlayStation fans are cancelling PS Plus in protest of digital future
Some PlayStation fans are cancelling PS Plus to protest Sony’s disc-free future. The subscription button has become a tiny protest weapon.
Digital OwnershipScrapped Xbox disc vs digital media ad from 2025 revealed
A scrapped Xbox ad compared discs and digital games, which is awkward timing now that every platform holder is acting like discs are cursed relics.
Event-Date ReleaseRavenswatch PC full release lands today
Ravenswatch reaches its PC release today, bringing fairy-tale roguelike chaos out of early access and into the ‘please review my build’ era.
Event-Date ReleaseUNDERGROUNDED launches on PC
UNDERGROUNDED launches today, dragging players into a puzzle dungeon made of lost objects and American history layers. Archaeology, but make it weird and emotional.
Event-Date ReleaseAo Oni launches on PS5
Ao Oni arrives on PS5 today, letting console players be chased by blue nightmare fuel at speeds that say: maybe cardio was the real survival mechanic.
Event-Date ReleaseDungeon Clawler launches on Apple Arcade
Dungeon Clawler hits Apple Arcade today, bringing roguelike deckbuilding and claw-machine chaos to anyone who trusts mobile arcade physics with their destiny.
DelayONTOS delayed to 2027
ONTOS has slipped into 2027, which is classic horror-game behaviour: disappear into the dark, whisper ‘soon’, and make fans stare at calendars.
TrailerPersona 4 Revival protagonist trailer released
Persona 4 Revival is showing off its protagonist, meaning the Investigation Team’s comeback is now officially serving glasses, mystery and golden nostalgia.
Game AnnouncementRemothered: Tormented Fathers Remastered announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2 and PC
Remothered is coming back remastered, because psychological horror apparently also deserves better lighting, sharper textures and renewed hallway panic.
Port AnnouncementSKY THE SCRAPER coming to PS5, Switch 2 and Switch
Sky the Scraper is leaving PC for consoles, proving even high-rise window cleaning roguelikes eventually want a bigger ladder.
Tech DetailRise of the Tomb Raider Switch 2 devs explain why it doesn’t run at 60 FPS
Rise of the Tomb Raider’s Switch 2 port is not doing 60 FPS, and the devs have explained the technical baggage. Lara found the frame-rate tomb and it had traps.
Delay / UpdateInazuma Eleven: Victory Road free Contenders for Glory DLC delayed to July 6
Inazuma Eleven’s big free DLC was meant to kick off today, but Level-5 has delayed it for final checks. VAR has apparently entered development.
DLC NewsUltraman Zero DLC comes to GigaBash next week
GigaBash is adding Ultraman Zero and Ultraman Belial, because giant monsters apparently needed even larger celebrity guests to wreck the furniture.
Sales ChartsFamitsu software sales 6/22/26–6/28/26: Star Fox takes first place
Star Fox topped Japan’s Famitsu chart with 41,680 first-week copies. Fox McCloud has officially left the hangar and entered accounting.
Company NewsNintendo talks about preserving its ‘Nintendo DNA’ while adding more staff
Nintendo says it wants to grow without losing the secret sauce. Translation: more employees, same weird magic, hopefully fewer meetings about whether Mario can blink differently.
Port AnnouncementAssoluto Racing coming to Nintendo Switch with cross-save and cross-play
Assoluto Racing is drifting from mobile to Switch with cross-save and cross-play, so your garage can follow you like an overpowered emotional support vehicle.
Game AnnouncementSky the Scraper announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Sky the Scraper turns window cleaning into roguelike danger management. Finally, a game where work-life balance includes birds, suction failure and falling off buildings.
RumourMarvel’s Blade is seemingly pretty far along, with reveal planned for 2026
The Blade rumour train has risen from the coffin again, claiming Arkane’s vampire project is further along than feared. Garlic investors are nervous.
Rating / Platform ClueWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine Master Crafted Edition rated for PS5 and Switch 2
Space Marine’s remaster may be stomping onto PS5 and Switch 2, because apparently chainswords also want a second platform life.
Closed BetaAvatar Legends: The Fighting Game closed beta is live until July 5
Avatar Legends’ closed beta is live, letting players test bending, rollback netcode and the sacred art of blaming lag after losing to a child monk.
Character ShowcaseMarvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls showcases Iron Man’s ranged tools and Champion Buster armor
Iron Man’s Marvel Tōkon toolkit is basically missiles, beams, dashes and a giant armor tantrum. Zoning players have entered the chat with sunglasses on.
Pricing / UpdateValheim to cost $10 more with update 1.0, Ocean biome fate still unknown
Valheim is leaving early-access pricing behind and asking for ten more dollars. Vikings have discovered inflation, and the Ocean biome is still hiding in the mist.
Gameplay Deep DiveWarhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 drops multiplayer deep dive with Space Marines vs Orks
Dawn of War 4 showed off multiplayer, where Space Marines and Orks politely discuss strategy by turning the map into fireworks and bad decisions.
Release InfoAssassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced release times and New Zealand trick detailed
Black Flag Resynced release times are out, meaning pirates can now plan exactly when to set sail, preload, and abuse time zones like digital buccaneers.
Industry CommentaryEpic Games’ CEO argues AI could’ve made Destiny profitable
Tim Sweeney has thrown AI into the Destiny debate, because apparently the solution to live-service content hunger might be robots with content calendars. The comments section has entered orbit.
Sales MilestoneCyberpunk 2077 has sold 40 million copies
Cyberpunk 2077 has hit 40 million sales, completing one of gaming’s wildest glow-ups from launch-disaster meme to Night City money printer.
Leak / DLCFinal Fantasy 7 Revelation DLC leaks via Epic Games Store listing
FF7 Revelation DLC listings have popped up early, because even cloud databases apparently cannot resist leaking Cloud’s next emotional baggage carousel.
Developer CommentarySuicide Squad development felt ‘like I wasn’t making games anymore,’ says director
The Suicide Squad live-service postmortem keeps getting gloomier. When a director says it stopped feeling like making games, the spreadsheet goblin has clearly eaten the studio kitchen.
Physical Media / IndustrySony’s largest PlayStation disc plant is already reassigning staff to make other products
Sony’s biggest disc factory is learning a new job before the disc funeral even starts. Physical media didn’t just get bad news; it got a retraining memo.
Hardware IssueSteam Machine user reports ‘red line of death’
Valve’s shiny living-room PC has already met its first dramatic hardware nickname: the red line of death. Somewhere, an Xbox 360 is whispering: rookie numbers.
FeatureRF Online Next: five reasons to play Netmarble’s new MMORPG
GamingOnPhone is making the case for RF Online Next, because sometimes you need five reasons before committing your free time to yet another shiny MMO universe.
Pre-registrationTitan Revenge opens Android pre-registration
Titan Revenge is bringing Greek mythology MMORPG drama to Android pre-registration. Zeus has apparently discovered funnels, install campaigns and launch KPIs.
Beta UpdatePUBG Mobile 4.5 beta update adds new content and classic gameplay improvements
PUBG Mobile 4.5 beta is live with new features and classic-mode tweaks, because battle royale players need both fresh chaos and exactly the right amount of familiar panic.
Season UpdateClash Royale Merge Tactics Season 10 debuts Ronin and returning Electric troops
Clash Royale Merge Tactics is adding Ronin, new equipment and returning Electric troops. The arena has entered its ‘please read the patch notes before crying’ phase.
UpdateMy Talking Tom 2 gets Spooky Quest adventure update
Talking Tom has gone underground with Spooky Quest, because even cheerful cat apps eventually discover caves, ghosts and seasonal panic.
Release CalendarMini Escapes and more mobile games launch on July 2
July 2’s mobile release slate includes Mini Escapes and other bite-sized distractions, because your app store believes lunch breaks are under-monetized.
Mobile LaunchColorSweeper launches on mobile with no-guessing puzzle gameplay
ColorSweeper is launching with logic puzzles and no guessing, which is basically Minesweeper after it went to therapy and stopped betraying your thumbs.
Fan VotingCall of Duty League All-Star and Team of the Year voting opens
CDL fans can now vote for All-Stars and Team of the Year, meaning democracy has returned to decide who gets bragging rights and better graphics on social posts.
EsportsCall of Duty League Major 4 breaks two massive records
CDL Major 4 apparently smashed records in Paris, proving esports audiences still enjoy loud headsets, dramatic maps and emotional damage in bracket form.
Community RumourEscape from Tarkov fans think a female PMC was teased
Tarkov fans saw a tiny action figure tease and immediately deployed full forensic analysis. The extraction-shooter detective board has red string everywhere.
Industry CommentaryShuhei Yoshida explains why Steam Machine is hard to recommend
Yoshida’s Steam Machine take is basically: nice idea, spicy price, and the performance goblin is still sitting on the couch eating crisps.
Industry AnalysisAnalyst says Nintendo could be the last console manufacturer with physical media
Nintendo may become the last cartridge warrior standing, which feels very on-brand for a company that still makes tiny plastic things feel important.
Retail ReactionRetailer GAME condemns PlayStation disc news
GAME has blasted Sony’s disc decision, which is awkward because retailers generally prefer when boxes contain actual games rather than existential dread.
Hardware AnalysisAnalyst expects PS6 release toward the end of 2028
The PS6 rumour calendar is circling late 2028, and yes, the disc drive is looking like it has already been voted off the island.
Release DateOnimusha PS5 launch brought forward to September 4
Onimusha on PS5 is now arriving three weeks earlier, because Capcom apparently decided the September release calendar was not spicy enough.
Developer ReactionAnimal Well developer says Sony’s physical decision kills his desire to develop for PS5
Animal Well’s creator is not thrilled with Sony’s disc exit, which is roughly the indie-dev equivalent of seeing a platform holder step on your collector edition with steel boots.
Industry ReportSony reportedly planned all-digital future for some time
Sony’s disc-killing plan was apparently not a random Tuesday oopsie. The factory has been preparing, the fans are furious, and the popcorn is digital-only.
Hardware RumourPS6 may not be the only fully digital next-gen console
Push Square says Xbox’s next box may also skip discs, meaning the next console war could be fought entirely over download queues and storage upgrades.
Industry ReactionIndie physical publishers deeply saddened by PlayStation’s all-digital move
Physical boutique publishers are not exactly throwing confetti at Sony’s disc decision. The collector shelf is now standing in the rain with a tiny umbrella.
Rumour / RatingUnannounced Metroid Ravenous rated in Brazil
Metroid Ravenous has appeared through Brazil rating paperwork, then disappeared like it realized Nintendo ninjas were in the vents.
Gameplay / Release WindowAttack on Titan 3 launches this winter with first gameplay
Attack on Titan 3 has shown gameplay and a winter launch window, so ODM gear fans can prepare to swing, scream and accidentally land somewhere dramatic.
AnnouncementRoguelike mech-builder Cats in the Shell announced for PC
Cats in the Shell is a roguelike mech-builder, which sounds like someone combined garage engineering, paws and terrible insurance decisions into one Steam page.
Release DateBack to the Dawn launches for PS5 on October 22
Back to the Dawn is bringing prison-break RPG drama to PS5 in October. Finally, your console can experience paperwork, jail politics and escape plans with controller support.
Gameplay ShowcaseSilver Palace Dichotomy beta test gameplay showcase released
Silver Palace showed off fresh beta gameplay, offering anime fantasy, combat sparkle and the ancient ritual of signing up early and refreshing inboxes.
Beta TestMonster Hunter Outlanders third closed beta registration now available
Monster Hunter Outlanders is opening another closed beta, which means mobile hunters can apply to test monsters, gear and their phone battery’s will to live.
Release DatePanzer Knights: Commander’s Edition launches August 13
Panzer Knights is rolling onto PS5 and Xbox Series in August, giving anime tank commanders one more reason to shout strategy at armoured vehicles.
Release DateCapcom moves up Onimusha: Way of the Sword release date
Nintendo Everything confirms Onimusha’s Switch 2 date has jumped to September 4. The demon army has been informed the appointment moved forward.
NSO IconsRhythm Heaven Groove icons added to Nintendo Switch Online
Rhythm Heaven Groove has NSO icons now, so your profile can finally look rhythmically superior while your actual timing remains under investigation.
AnnouncementFishing action game Boku to Tsuri Nikki announced for Switch 2 and Switch
Boku to Tsuri Nikki is bringing action fishing to Nintendo hardware in Japan. Finally, a game where the boss fight may be a fish with main-character confidence.
TrailerHashire Hebereke: EX overview trailer released
Hashire Hebereke: EX is back with cute chaos, Super Famicom racing DNA and enough new content to make retro fans squint happily at the screen.
Download RoundupNintendo Download July 2 Europe includes High On Life 2 and Rhythm Heaven Groove
Europe’s eShop update is here with High On Life 2, Rhythm Heaven Groove and enough digital snacks to make your microSD card ask for union representation.
AnnouncementNom Nom: Cozy Forest Café coming to Nintendo Switch
Nom Nom is bringing rhythm café management to Switch, because sometimes gamers want to save the world and sometimes they just want to bake to the beat like caffeinated woodland staff.
Sales ChartsFamitsu sales reveal first-week numbers for Star Fox on Switch 2
Japan’s Famitsu chart has arrived, and Star Fox has finally got sales numbers instead of just barrel-roll memes. The Lylat accountants are awake.
Platform CertificationAssassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is officially Steam Deck Verified
Edward Kenway is apparently ready to sail on Steam Deck, meaning pirate raids can now happen on trains, sofas and possibly during very suspicious lunch breaks.
RumourXbox testing disc-to-digital conversion for modern games
The rumoured Xbox disc-to-digital plan would reportedly work for Xbox One and Series games, but not older classics. Backwards compatibility goblins remain undefeated.
Gameplay ShowcaseThe Blood of Dawnwalker shows tomb raiding and investigative gameplay
The Blood of Dawnwalker showed more tombs, clues and gothic trouble, because apparently vampire RPGs now come with detective homework and suspicious architecture.
Leadership NewsFormer 2K Games president joins Ubisoft Creative House 2
Christoph Hartmann is heading to Ubisoft’s Tom Clancy-focused Creative House 2, which sounds less like a job title and more like a spy-thriller base with quarterly targets.
Release DateOnimusha: Way of the Sword moved up to September 4
Onimusha has officially unsheathed an earlier date. Capcom looked at September’s crowded release alley and said: yes, we are walking through that with a demon blade.
RumourMetroid Ravenous might be a new side-scrolling Metroid entry
A mysterious Metroid Ravenous rating reportedly popped up in Brazil and vanished like a Space Pirate with bad paperwork. Samus fans are now legally required to overanalyse everything.
EditorialA $1,000 PS6 or Xbox would repeat gaming’s biggest pricing mistake
GamingBolt warns that thousand-dollar next-gen consoles could turn gaming from hobby into luxury kitchen appliance. The boss fight is no longer graphics — it is affordability.
Company News2K co-founder Christoph Hartmann joins Ubisoft Creative House 2
Ubisoft has recruited former 2K boss Christoph Hartmann to steer the Tom Clancy machine. Somewhere, a spreadsheet just put on tactical night vision goggles.
Hardware RumourXbox reportedly planning a disc-to-digital conversion feature
Xbox may be testing a way to turn discs into digital licences, which sounds like the gaming equivalent of putting your old DVD into a futuristic document shredder and hoping for rights management magic.
Release DateOnimusha: Way of the Sword release date moved forward to September 4
Capcom has moved Onimusha earlier, turning September’s release calendar into a demon-slicing traffic jam. The sword now arrives before the schedule can dodge-roll.
Game PreservationVideo Game History Foundation asks ESA to legally preserve digital-only games
The preservation crowd is telling the ESA that ‘just download GTA 6 and pray it still works in 50 years’ is not a strategy. Museums, meet the server shutdown boss.
Industry AnalysisAnalyst says PlayStation ditching physical games is unlikely to influence Nintendo’s plans
Analysts think Nintendo will keep doing Nintendo things, which means cartridges may survive while everyone else runs screaming into the digital-only fog.
Hardware CommentaryShuhei Yoshida says Steam Machine is hard to recommend at its current price
Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida has poked the Steam Machine and found the price boss waiting at the entrance. Valve’s living-room PC dream apparently comes with PS4 déjà vu and a wallet debuff.
Event NewsPokémon XP interest list opens for TCG artist signings, workshops and meet-and-greets
Pokémon XP is opening the digital queue gates, because apparently even Pikachu events now need a controlled logistics dungeon to avoid human stampedes.
Rumour / IndustryHideo Kojima’s Xbox-exclusive horror game OD reportedly safe from Microsoft cuts
OD may survive Xbox’s incoming spreadsheet meteor, which is great news for anyone who still wants Kojima to invent a new way to make sofas terrifying.
Hardware / PC RequirementsMMO shooter Cinder City may be the first PC game to recommend 64GB of RAM
Cinder City’s PC specs have entered gym-bro territory, with 64GB RAM recommended. Your gaming PC just looked at its memory sticks and whispered: we need to talk.
Industry CommentaryFormer PlayStation boss says Sony’s PC ports U-turn doesn’t make much sense
Shawn Layden says late PC ports probably weren’t stealing console sales, which means Sony’s strategy debate has re-entered the spreadsheet colosseum.
UpdateMario Kart World adds two new Knockout Tours, with more to come
Mario Kart World got two fresh Knockout Tour routes, meaning 24 drivers can now be eliminated in even more scenic ways. Friendship remains optional.
Legal / Digital OwnershipESA clarifies views on private servers after piracy comments
The ESA tried to explain its private-server stance after the internet heard ‘Minecraft servers are piracy’ and immediately lit the emergency forum torch.
Labour / IndustryRockstar Games employees request voluntary recognition of union
Rockstar workers are pushing for formal union recognition before GTA 6, because even billion-dollar open worlds are built by humans, not magic NPCs.
UpdateMario Kart World gets two new Knockout Tour courses and Photo Mode stickers
Drill Rally and Boomerang Rally have joined Mario Kart World, while Photo Mode now gets stickers. Finally, proof that kart violence can be scrapbooked.
Crossover EventThe Division 2 x Dead by Daylight event is now live
The Division 2 and Dead by Daylight have collided, because nothing says tactical looter-shooter like borrowing nightmare cosmetics from the murder basement.
Developer PreviewCinder City developer preview shows gameplay, Cinderknights and dystopian Seoul
Cinder City has shown more co-op mutant chaos in near-future Seoul, where friendship matters mostly because the monsters look very impolite.
Anti-Cheat UpdateARC Raiders completes Denuvo Anti-Cheat rollout
ARC Raiders has finished rolling out Denuvo Anti-Cheat, because extraction shooters already have enough ways to ruin your day without cheaters joining the buffet.
Gameplay TrailerTurok: Origins gets new gameplay trailer with dinosaurs, aliens and deadly enemies
Turok: Origins showed more dinosaur-blasting action, because apparently aliens and ancient reptiles have formed the worst wildlife committee imaginable.
RumourKojima Productions’ OD remains safe ahead of Xbox reset, report says
OD is reportedly safe while Xbox looks at other studios with a suspiciously sharp budget knife. Horror survives; corporate horror continues.
RumourMarvel’s Blade could be cancelled as Xbox considers shutting down Arkane Studios
Blade may be in danger as Xbox reportedly weighs Arkane Lyon’s future. Vampire hunters rarely fear the dark, but they should fear cost-cutting meetings.
Industry NewsIO Interactive’s Project Fantasy faces layoffs after Xbox ends partnership
IO Interactive says Project Fantasy is still alive, but layoffs have arrived after Xbox pulled out. The fantasy world survives; the staffing spreadsheet took damage.
Patch NotesMario Kart World 1.7.0 update out now with new Knockout Tour routes
Mario Kart World’s 1.7.0 patch adds Drill Rally, Boomerang Rally, stickers and balance tweaks. Nintendo has officially weaponised patch notes with banana-peel energy.
Review RoundupRhythm Heaven Groove reviews roundup
Rhythm Heaven Groove reviews are landing before launch, and critics are now legally required to decide whether tapping buttons on beat counts as cardio.
Company NewsNintendo explains employee salary approach, says 10% base bump reports are inaccurate
Nintendo says those salary-bump reports were not quite right, proving even Mario’s payroll lore needs proper patch notes.
Retro ReleaseLady Bug is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Switch 2 and Switch
Lady Bug is crawling into Arcade Archives, letting modern players enjoy 1981 maze chaos with more options than an actual arcade cabinet ever dreamed of.
Retro ReleaseT.R.A.G.: Tactical Rescue Assault Group is this week’s Console Archives game on Switch 2
T.R.A.G. is back from 1998, bringing tactical rescue action to Switch 2 with save states, filters and fewer reasons to scream at old-school difficulty.
TrailerKyoto Xanadu receives a new trailer
Kyoto Xanadu has a fresh trailer with modern Kyoto, otherworldly battles and enough anime-school energy to make the timetable nervous.
Platform StrategySony Interactive Entertainment to end physical game disc production in January 2028
Sony says new PlayStation games go digital-only from January 2028. Disc collectors just heard the final boss music start playing in the retail aisle.
Retro ReleaseConsole Archives T.R.A.G. launches July 2 for PS5 and Switch 2
Gematsu confirms T.R.A.G. is marching onto PS5 and Switch 2 tomorrow, proving 1998 rescue missions now come with modern convenience buttons.
Retro ReleaseArcade Archives Lady Bug launches July 2
Lady Bug returns tomorrow on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PS4 and Switch. Maze-game insects have officially entered the modern platform migration era.
TrailerKyoto Xanadu official trailer and second TV commercial released
Falcom dropped a two-minute Kyoto Xanadu trailer and TV spot, complete with theme song promotion. The marketing machine has found its JRPG playlist.
Firmware UpdateLatest PS5 firmware update 26.04-13.42.00 is available now
Sony pushed another PS5 firmware update, and yes, the patch notes are basically the classic ‘performance and stability’ incantation. The stability goblin has been fed.
Platform MarketingRockstar says GTA 6 plays best on PS5
Rockstar is now openly waving the ‘plays best on PS5’ flag for GTA 6, which means the console-war comment section has officially respawned.
Tech AnalysisGTA 6 not expected to run at 60fps on any PS5 console
Digital Foundry reportedly doesn’t expect GTA 6 to hit 60fps on base PS5 or PS5 Pro. Vice City may be beautiful, but it is apparently not doing track-and-field.
Deals / Event-DatePS Store Mid-Year Deals sale ends July 1
Sony’s Mid-Year Deals sale wraps today, which means bargain hunters have one final chance to throw discounted PS5 games onto the backlog volcano.
Workplace ReportGTA 6 developer Rockstar accused of crunch, pay inequity and weaponizing bonuses
Former Rockstar staff are accusing the studio of crunch and bonus pressure. GTA 6 may be printing money, but the worker-condition debate just hit wanted level three.
Platform ReminderXbox reminds gamers Modern Warfare 4 is not coming to Game Pass at launch
Xbox is reminding subscribers that Modern Warfare 4 is a separate purchase at launch. The buffet has officially put Call of Duty behind glass.
Release CountdownPalworld 1.0 release date countdown and launch details shared
Palworld 1.0 is nearly here, and players are already preparing fresh saves like responsible monster-hoarding adults with absolutely normal priorities.
Community NewsTarkov head splits community with new Kord Breach season image
Escape from Tarkov’s first official season is already splitting players before it even arrives. Tradition demands at least one argument per bullet casing.
TCG Product GuidePokémon TCG 30th Celebration release date and pre-order details revealed
Pokémon’s 30th Celebration TCG set is lining up 14 products, which means collectors should start stretching their wallets before September.
Indie / Fan GameLast of Us-inspired multiplayer game Terminal War shows apocalyptic visuals
Terminal War is showing new apocalyptic visuals, because if Naughty Dog won’t deliver Factions, fans will apparently start building their own emotional rubble simulator.
Mobile LaunchBATTLE IN HELL’S PARADISE English Worlds version launches on mobile and Steam
Hell’s Paradise is launching globally on mobile and PC today, bringing anime survival RPG chaos, monsters and probably several extremely dramatic skill animations.
Mobile LaunchDynasty Warriors: Overlords launches on mobile
Dynasty Warriors: Overlords brings classic Musou chaos to phones today, so yes, your thumbs can now personally defeat 1,000 soldiers before lunch.
Mobile Release CalendarRift Wars: Merge Arena launches on Android and iOS
Rift Wars: Merge Arena hits mobile today, which means July starts with another merge-battle title trying to seduce your coffee-break attention span.
Mobile AnnouncementSanrio Kawaii Me Live! coming to mobile in 2027, closed beta starts this July in Japan
Sanrio is bringing idol-manager cuteness to mobile, and Japan gets a closed beta this month. The cute economy is fully armed and operational.
Pre-registrationZeus: God of Arrogance opens pre-registration for mobile and PC in South Korea
Com2uS’ UE5 MMORPG Zeus is opening pre-registration, because ancient gods now require cross-platform launch funnels and very shiny lightning.
Event PreviewClash Royale Heads Will Roll event offers huge July rewards
Clash Royale’s Heads Will Roll event is dangling massive rewards, including one-million-gem dreams and max-account bait. Ladder anxiety now has fireworks.
Season PreviewClash of Clans teases Summer Jam for July 2026
Clash of Clans is teasing Summer Jam again, so builders should prepare for discounts, upgrades and the annual tradition of suddenly caring about walls.
Event-Date ReleaseHigh On Life 2 launches digitally on Nintendo Switch 2
High On Life 2 finally hits Switch 2 digitally today after its delay, bringing more loud alien-gun chaos to handheld mode. Subtlety has left the building.
Event-Date ReleaseLunadra: Luna Awakens the Legendary Dragon launches on Switch
Lunadra lands on Switch today with survivor-style roguelite RPG action. Dragons, waves of enemies and portable panic: the eShop breakfast of champions.
Event CalendarAttack on Titan 3: Features and Gameplay Presentation scheduled for July 1
Attack on Titan 3 gets a gameplay presentation today, so ODM gear fans can prepare for trailers, titan panic and probably 17 freeze-frame analyses.
Legal / Game PreservationUS bill requiring paid games to remain playable after shutdown fails Senate vote
The Stop Killing Games crowd took a Senate boss fight and lost this round, but the campaign says it is respawning with more funding, more lobbying and fewer polite requests.
Legal / Game PreservationUS bill requiring paid games to remain playable after shutdown fails Senate vote
The Stop Killing Games crowd took a Senate boss fight and lost this round, but the campaign says it is respawning with more funding, more lobbying and fewer polite requests.
Developer CommentaryHideki Kamiya describes his ‘cozy’ Resident Evil game with retired Leon walking the dog
Resident Evil but with Leon fishing, baking bread and helping grandma fix her oven? Hideki Kamiya has accidentally pitched the survival-horror Stardew Valley we never knew we needed.
Developer CommentaryHideki Kamiya describes his ‘cozy’ Resident Evil game with retired Leon walking the dog
Resident Evil but with Leon fishing, baking bread and helping grandma fix her oven? Hideki Kamiya has accidentally pitched the survival-horror Stardew Valley we never knew we needed.
AI / Industry CommentaryDragon Age co-creator says AI is a ‘virulent plague’ that stops developers learning the craft
Former BioWare brainpower has entered the AI debate with a flamethrower, warning that devs relying on black-box systems may forget how the magic sausage is actually made.
AI / Industry CommentaryDragon Age co-creator says AI is a ‘virulent plague’ that stops developers learning the craft
Former BioWare brainpower has entered the AI debate with a flamethrower, warning that devs relying on black-box systems may forget how the magic sausage is actually made.
Hardware RumourNew Switch 2 model spotted in the wild with updated screen
A fresh Switch 2 screen part has surfaced, and hardware detectives think Nintendo may be tackling ghosting. The handheld screen drama has entered CSI: Joy-Con Edition.
Hardware RumourNew Switch 2 model spotted in the wild with updated screen
A fresh Switch 2 screen part has surfaced, and hardware detectives think Nintendo may be tackling ghosting. The handheld screen drama has entered CSI: Joy-Con Edition.
Developer CommentaryBaldur’s Gate 2 lead says he turned down Hasbro’s request to make Baldur’s Gate 4
Hasbro apparently asked an old Baldur’s Gate legend about BG4, and he basically looked at the Larian-sized mountain and said: absolutely not, my knees are busy.
Developer CommentaryBaldur’s Gate 2 lead says he turned down Hasbro’s request to make Baldur’s Gate 4
Hasbro apparently asked an old Baldur’s Gate legend about BG4, and he basically looked at the Larian-sized mountain and said: absolutely not, my knees are busy.
Retro Hardware / MusicNew handheld Banjo-Kazooie version contains tons of unreleased music
Banjo-Kazooie’s new handheld edition apparently comes with a treasure chest of unreleased tunes. Rare fans just found the musical equivalent of a secret jiggy behind the sofa.
Retro Hardware / MusicNew handheld Banjo-Kazooie version contains tons of unreleased music
Banjo-Kazooie’s new handheld edition apparently comes with a treasure chest of unreleased tunes. Rare fans just found the musical equivalent of a secret jiggy behind the sofa.
Labour / IndustryAhead of expected mass layoffs, union says Xbox staff ‘will not be treated as disposable’
Xbox’s rumoured layoff storm is getting union pushback, and staff are basically telling the spreadsheet goblin: not today, corporate wizard.
Labour / IndustryAhead of expected mass layoffs, union says Xbox staff ‘will not be treated as disposable’
Xbox’s rumoured layoff storm is getting union pushback, and staff are basically telling the spreadsheet goblin: not today, corporate wizard.
Platform MarketingRockstar now says GTA 6 ‘plays best on PS5’
Rockstar’s GTA 6 marketing has started wearing PlayStation colours very loudly. Somewhere, the console-war comment sections just opened another tab.
Platform MarketingRockstar now says GTA 6 ‘plays best on PS5’
Rockstar’s GTA 6 marketing has started wearing PlayStation colours very loudly. Somewhere, the console-war comment sections just opened another tab.
Industry / ObituaryUbisoft CEO Yves Guillemot pays tribute to brother Claude after fatal aircraft crash
Yves Guillemot has paid tribute to his brother Claude after the Ubisoft co-founder’s fatal aircraft crash. A sad moment for one of gaming’s most influential publisher families.
Industry / ObituaryUbisoft CEO Yves Guillemot pays tribute to brother Claude after fatal aircraft crash
Yves Guillemot has paid tribute to his brother Claude after the Ubisoft co-founder’s fatal aircraft crash. A sad moment for one of gaming’s most influential publisher families.
Tech / Platform NewsUbisoft details PS5 Pro enhancements for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced
Black Flag Resynced is getting PS5 Pro bells and whistles, including extra ray tracing and shinier pirate hair. Edward Kenway has officially entered the premium lighting era.
Tech / Platform NewsUbisoft details PS5 Pro enhancements for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced
Black Flag Resynced is getting PS5 Pro bells and whistles, including extra ray tracing and shinier pirate hair. Edward Kenway has officially entered the premium lighting era.
Sales / Pre-order NewsGTA 6 pre-orders top PS5 sales charts across all regions
GTA 6 has climbed to number one on PS5 charts basically everywhere, and the $100 Ultimate Edition is apparently not scaring people as much as their wallets hoped.
Sales / Pre-order NewsGTA 6 pre-orders top PS5 sales charts across all regions
GTA 6 has climbed to number one on PS5 charts basically everywhere, and the $100 Ultimate Edition is apparently not scaring people as much as their wallets hoped.
Rumour / LayoffsXbox layoffs and studio closures reportedly begin July 6 and could be among gaming’s largest
The Xbox layoff rumour mill has turned into a thunderstorm, with July 6 now circled like a raid date nobody wants to attend.
Rumour / LayoffsXbox layoffs and studio closures reportedly begin July 6 and could be among gaming’s largest
The Xbox layoff rumour mill has turned into a thunderstorm, with July 6 now circled like a raid date nobody wants to attend.
New IP / RumourKoei Tecmo is working on new action game IP codenamed Fuji
Koei Tecmo’s mystery project Fuji is back in the news, sounding like an East Asian action-game power move with government grant paperwork attached.
New IP / RumourKoei Tecmo is working on new action game IP codenamed Fuji
Koei Tecmo’s mystery project Fuji is back in the news, sounding like an East Asian action-game power move with government grant paperwork attached.
UpdateAssetto Corsa Rally Update 0.5 adds new maps, online multiplayer and physics improvements
Assetto Corsa Rally just got new Greek stages, online lobbies and physics tweaks, because apparently sliding sideways through gravel needed more science and more friends.
UpdateAssetto Corsa Rally Update 0.5 adds new maps, online multiplayer and physics improvements
Assetto Corsa Rally just got new Greek stages, online lobbies and physics tweaks, because apparently sliding sideways through gravel needed more science and more friends.
DLC NewsInvincible VS shows new outfits in DLC 1 trailer, Angstrom Levy announced
Invincible VS is already flexing DLC muscle with new outfits and Angstrom Levy. Superhero brawling has entered the ‘costume closet and multiverse headache’ phase.
DLC NewsInvincible VS shows new outfits in DLC 1 trailer, Angstrom Levy announced
Invincible VS is already flexing DLC muscle with new outfits and Angstrom Levy. Superhero brawling has entered the ‘costume closet and multiverse headache’ phase.
Trailer1666: Amsterdam trailer drops new lore and setting details
1666: Amsterdam has shown more of its eerie world, and yes, cats, occult vibes and historical weirdness are still doing heavy lighting.
Trailer1666: Amsterdam trailer drops new lore and setting details
1666: Amsterdam has shown more of its eerie world, and yes, cats, occult vibes and historical weirdness are still doing heavy lighting.
Market AnalysisPS5 reportedly vastly outsells Xbox for AAA single-player games
New sales chatter says PS5 is eating the AAA single-player cake while Xbox gets a thin slice and a subscription brochure.
Market AnalysisPS5 reportedly vastly outsells Xbox for AAA single-player games
New sales chatter says PS5 is eating the AAA single-player cake while Xbox gets a thin slice and a subscription brochure.
Rumour / Studio ClosureState of Decay 3 developer could face closure amid Xbox layoffs
Undead Labs may be fighting for survival before State of Decay 3 even gets out the door. The zombie apocalypse suddenly looks less scary than the finance department.
Rumour / Studio ClosureState of Decay 3 developer could face closure amid Xbox layoffs
Undead Labs may be fighting for survival before State of Decay 3 even gets out the door. The zombie apocalypse suddenly looks less scary than the finance department.
Hardware StrategyPlayStation’s next-gen platform seeks a seamless experience beyond the living room
Sony is talking about a future PlayStation that travels beyond the living room, which is either a big hint at portable strategy or corporate poetry with HDMI support.
Hardware StrategyPlayStation’s next-gen platform seeks a seamless experience beyond the living room
Sony is talking about a future PlayStation that travels beyond the living room, which is either a big hint at portable strategy or corporate poetry with HDMI support.
EditorialGTA 6 is turning basic game ownership into a big deal
GTA 6’s code-in-box controversy has turned ‘do I own this game?’ into a headline again. The physical edition debate has officially escaped the collector forum basement.
EditorialGTA 6 is turning basic game ownership into a big deal
GTA 6’s code-in-box controversy has turned ‘do I own this game?’ into a headline again. The physical edition debate has officially escaped the collector forum basement.
Gameplay TrailerTurok: Origins gets Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay trailer
Turok: Origins showed new Switch 2 gameplay, meaning dinosaurs, plasma rifles and co-op chaos are preparing to chew on your handheld battery.
Gameplay TrailerTurok: Origins gets Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay trailer
Turok: Origins showed new Switch 2 gameplay, meaning dinosaurs, plasma rifles and co-op chaos are preparing to chew on your handheld battery.
Game AnnouncementEscape From Umbra announced for Nintendo Switch
Escape From Umbra is bringing survival-horror escape-room energy to Switch, with shadows, a flashlight and one very suspicious book. Cozy, in the same way a locked basement is cozy.
Game AnnouncementEscape From Umbra announced for Nintendo Switch
Escape From Umbra is bringing survival-horror escape-room energy to Switch, with shadows, a flashlight and one very suspicious book. Cozy, in the same way a locked basement is cozy.
Rating / Platform ClueWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition apparently coming to Switch 2
A new ESRB listing points to Space Marine stomping onto Switch 2. The handheld is apparently ready for chunky armour, big guns and subtle diplomacy by chainsword.
Rating / Platform ClueWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition apparently coming to Switch 2
A new ESRB listing points to Space Marine stomping onto Switch 2. The handheld is apparently ready for chunky armour, big guns and subtle diplomacy by chainsword.
Rating / Platform CluemiHoYo’s Petit Planet seemingly coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Petit Planet may be orbiting Switch 2, which means miHoYo’s cozy life-sim planet could be preparing to land in Nintendo territory.
Rating / Platform CluemiHoYo’s Petit Planet seemingly coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Petit Planet may be orbiting Switch 2, which means miHoYo’s cozy life-sim planet could be preparing to land in Nintendo territory.
Free DLCFree fighter DLCs released for R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos
R-Type Tactics just handed out free fighters and alternate colours, because even sci-fi strategy commanders deserve a surprise gift bag.
Free DLCFree fighter DLCs released for R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos
R-Type Tactics just handed out free fighters and alternate colours, because even sci-fi strategy commanders deserve a surprise gift bag.
Release DateKalanoro gets Nintendo Switch release date
Kalanoro’s musical lemur adventure now has a Switch release date, which is not a sentence one expects to type, but the eShop remains beautifully strange.
Release DateKalanoro gets Nintendo Switch release date
Kalanoro’s musical lemur adventure now has a Switch release date, which is not a sentence one expects to type, but the eShop remains beautifully strange.
Hardware RumourEvidence points to potential new LCD screen for Nintendo Switch 2
More smoke around a revised Switch 2 LCD panel has appeared, and the internet is now studying screen connectors like ancient runes.
Hardware RumourEvidence points to potential new LCD screen for Nintendo Switch 2
More smoke around a revised Switch 2 LCD panel has appeared, and the internet is now studying screen connectors like ancient runes.
Launch TrailerSaeko: Giantess Dating Sim launch trailer released for Switch
Saeko has launched on Switch with a trailer that proves the eShop can always find one more extremely specific visual novel premise.
Launch TrailerSaeko: Giantess Dating Sim launch trailer released for Switch
Saeko has launched on Switch with a trailer that proves the eShop can always find one more extremely specific visual novel premise.
TrailerTurok: Origins gameplay trailer released
Gematsu also has the new Turok: Origins gameplay trailer, so dinosaur-blasting evidence is now available from more than one digital excavation site.
TrailerTurok: Origins gameplay trailer released
Gematsu also has the new Turok: Origins gameplay trailer, so dinosaur-blasting evidence is now available from more than one digital excavation site.
Release DateAugment Protocol for Switch launches October 1 in Japan
Augment Protocol is heading to Switch in Japan this October, because kinetic visual novels also deserve a precise calendar ambush.
Release DateAugment Protocol for Switch launches October 1 in Japan
Augment Protocol is heading to Switch in Japan this October, because kinetic visual novels also deserve a precise calendar ambush.
Release DateMamon King coming to Switch 2 on October 8
Mamon King is coming to Switch 2 with monster-raising sim energy, because Nintendo’s new machine apparently needs more creatures to emotionally manage.
Release DateMamon King coming to Switch 2 on October 8
Mamon King is coming to Switch 2 with monster-raising sim energy, because Nintendo’s new machine apparently needs more creatures to emotionally manage.
TV AdaptationPersona live-action series reportedly in development at Netflix
Persona may be heading to Netflix live action, which means the Midnight Channel could soon have a streaming subscription and a showrunner.
TV AdaptationPersona live-action series reportedly in development at Netflix
Persona may be heading to Netflix live action, which means the Midnight Channel could soon have a streaming subscription and a showrunner.
Showcase / EventSplatoon Raiders Direct set for June 30
Splatoon Raiders gets its own Direct today, followed by Treehouse gameplay. Ink fans have been told to report for squid-based homework.
Showcase / EventSplatoon Raiders Direct set for June 30
Splatoon Raiders gets its own Direct today, followed by Treehouse gameplay. Ink fans have been told to report for squid-based homework.
Developer InterviewOnimusha producer says he’s not worried about September’s packed PS5 schedule
Onimusha is releasing into a September traffic jam, but Capcom’s producer says the sword is sharp enough to cut through the calendar noise.
Developer InterviewOnimusha producer says he’s not worried about September’s packed PS5 schedule
Onimusha is releasing into a September traffic jam, but Capcom’s producer says the sword is sharp enough to cut through the calendar noise.
Rumour / LayoffsXbox ‘bloodbath’ looms as reports warn of huge layoffs
Push Square’s Xbox layoff coverage is not exactly cheerful bedtime reading. Microsoft’s gaming division may be entering one of its roughest HR chapters yet.
Rumour / LayoffsXbox ‘bloodbath’ looms as reports warn of huge layoffs
Push Square’s Xbox layoff coverage is not exactly cheerful bedtime reading. Microsoft’s gaming division may be entering one of its roughest HR chapters yet.
Sales / Pre-order NewsGTA 6 is the PS5’s number one game in every country on the planet
GTA 6 is topping PS Store charts worldwide, which is less a pre-order and more a global wallet stampede with palm trees.
Sales / Pre-order NewsGTA 6 is the PS5’s number one game in every country on the planet
GTA 6 is topping PS Store charts worldwide, which is less a pre-order and more a global wallet stampede with palm trees.
TV AdaptationPersona reportedly becomes the latest game series heading to TV
Persona may be joining the game-to-TV conveyor belt, and honestly, social links plus supernatural drama already sounds like Netflix homework.
TV AdaptationPersona reportedly becomes the latest game series heading to TV
Persona may be joining the game-to-TV conveyor belt, and honestly, social links plus supernatural drama already sounds like Netflix homework.
PS PlusFinal three PS Plus Extra games for June 2026 available now
The last three PS Plus Extra June games finally arrived in the US, UK and Japan. Sony’s staggered rollout continues to feel like a calendar puzzle nobody asked for.
PS PlusFinal three PS Plus Extra games for June 2026 available now
The last three PS Plus Extra June games finally arrived in the US, UK and Japan. Sony’s staggered rollout continues to feel like a calendar puzzle nobody asked for.
Rumour / Studio ClosureState of Decay 3 developer also facing Xbox axe, report says
Undead Labs reportedly needs a buyer while State of Decay 3 prepares for PS5 too. Zombie survival has become studio survival, which is a bit too on-brand.
Rumour / Studio ClosureState of Decay 3 developer also facing Xbox axe, report says
Undead Labs reportedly needs a buyer while State of Decay 3 prepares for PS5 too. Zombie survival has become studio survival, which is a bit too on-brand.
Hardware RumourNew Nintendo Switch 2 with updated screen could fix ghosting issue
Insider Gaming also spotted the revised Switch 2 screen chatter, so the handheld ghosting mystery now has multiple witnesses and many nerds with zoom buttons.
Hardware RumourNew Nintendo Switch 2 with updated screen could fix ghosting issue
Insider Gaming also spotted the revised Switch 2 screen chatter, so the handheld ghosting mystery now has multiple witnesses and many nerds with zoom buttons.
Developer CommentaryBaldur’s Gate 4 without Larian ‘would fail’, says report/commentary
The Baldur’s Gate 4 discourse continues: without Larian, people are already staring at the sequel like it is a dragon with legal paperwork.
Developer CommentaryBaldur’s Gate 4 without Larian ‘would fail’, says report/commentary
The Baldur’s Gate 4 discourse continues: without Larian, people are already staring at the sequel like it is a dragon with legal paperwork.
Esports ResultTeam Liquid eliminate Karmine Corp at MSI in 3-0 humiliation
Team Liquid sent Karmine Corp home in a clean 3-0, which is less a series and more a public service announcement about drafting under pressure.
Esports ResultTeam Liquid eliminate Karmine Corp at MSI in 3-0 humiliation
Team Liquid sent Karmine Corp home in a clean 3-0, which is less a series and more a public service announcement about drafting under pressure.
Mobile LaunchNetflix Games’ Unhinged launches on June 30 with phone-as-controller horror
Unhinged turns your phone into the horror controller today, because apparently holding the nightmare in your hands was not immersive enough already.
Mobile LaunchNetflix Games’ Unhinged launches on June 30 with phone-as-controller horror
Unhinged turns your phone into the horror controller today, because apparently holding the nightmare in your hands was not immersive enough already.
Live-Service PreviewClash of Clans set to celebrate Summer Jam in July 2026
Clash of Clans is warming up for Summer Jam, which means bases, bonuses and builder anxiety are about to get seasonal fireworks.
Live-Service PreviewClash of Clans set to celebrate Summer Jam in July 2026
Clash of Clans is warming up for Summer Jam, which means bases, bonuses and builder anxiety are about to get seasonal fireworks.
Mobile / PC AnnouncementCom2uS’ Zeus: God of Arrogance arriving on mobile and PC in Q3 2026 in South Korea
Zeus: God of Arrogance is heading to mobile and PC with UE5 MMORPG battles, because apparently ancient gods now require cross-platform launch strategy.
Mobile / PC AnnouncementCom2uS’ Zeus: God of Arrogance arriving on mobile and PC in Q3 2026 in South Korea
Zeus: God of Arrogance is heading to mobile and PC with UE5 MMORPG battles, because apparently ancient gods now require cross-platform launch strategy.
Release CalendarFruit Ninja Adventures, West Adventure, Abyssal Soul and more launch on mobile June 30
June 30’s mobile release slate includes Fruit Ninja Adventures, West Adventure, Abyssal Soul, Pull Meow, Aeterna Loop and more. Your app store has entered snack-buffet mode.
Release CalendarFruit Ninja Adventures, West Adventure, Abyssal Soul and more launch on mobile June 30
June 30’s mobile release slate includes Fruit Ninja Adventures, West Adventure, Abyssal Soul, Pull Meow, Aeterna Loop and more. Your app store has entered snack-buffet mode.
Shutdown / Event-DateThe Elder Scrolls: Blades shuts down on June 30
The Elder Scrolls: Blades reaches its final server sunset today, ending Bethesda’s mobile RPG experiment with more sighs than Fus Ro Dahs.
Shutdown / Event-DateThe Elder Scrolls: Blades shuts down on June 30
The Elder Scrolls: Blades reaches its final server sunset today, ending Bethesda’s mobile RPG experiment with more sighs than Fus Ro Dahs.
New IP / IndustryKoei Tecmo is working on a new action IP codenamed Fuji
Koei Tecmo is cooking a brand-new action IP called Fuji, which sounds like someone looked at samurai swords, government funding and global ambition and said: yes, make it expensive.
New IP / IndustryKoei Tecmo is working on a new action IP codenamed Fuji
Koei Tecmo is cooking a brand-new action IP called Fuji, which sounds like someone looked at samurai swords, government funding and global ambition and said: yes, make it expensive.
Market AnalysisPS5 captures 75–80% of AAA single-player launch sales versus Xbox, report claims
A new report says PS5 is eating most AAA single-player launch sales while Xbox gets the crumbs and a motivational speech from Game Pass.
Market AnalysisPS5 captures 75–80% of AAA single-player launch sales versus Xbox, report claims
A new report says PS5 is eating most AAA single-player launch sales while Xbox gets the crumbs and a motivational speech from Game Pass.
Hardware StrategySony says it doesn’t plan to sell hardware at significant losses while monitoring PS6 market conditions
Sony says it won’t casually set money on fire to sell future hardware, which is bad news for anyone hoping PS6 launches as a charity project with ray tracing.
Hardware StrategySony says it doesn’t plan to sell hardware at significant losses while monitoring PS6 market conditions
Sony says it won’t casually set money on fire to sell future hardware, which is bad news for anyone hoping PS6 launches as a charity project with ray tracing.
Developer ReactionOnimusha producer surprised by September’s packed release window, but says he’s not worried
Onimusha’s producer noticed September is turning into a video game traffic jam and basically said: nice lineup, but our demon sword still has confidence.
Developer ReactionOnimusha producer surprised by September’s packed release window, but says he’s not worried
Onimusha’s producer noticed September is turning into a video game traffic jam and basically said: nice lineup, but our demon sword still has confidence.
Sales ChartsStar Fox tops the UK charts with far better week-one sales than Star Fox Zero and Star Fox 64 3D
Star Fox has landed at number one in the UK, selling much better than earlier franchise entries. Slippy may finally be allowed to speak in meetings again.
Sales ChartsStar Fox tops the UK charts with far better week-one sales than Star Fox Zero and Star Fox 64 3D
Star Fox has landed at number one in the UK, selling much better than earlier franchise entries. Slippy may finally be allowed to speak in meetings again.
Streaming / Cross-mediaCyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 confirms fall release as four new characters are introduced
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 is coming this fall with four fresh faces, which means Night City has once again opened enrollment for trauma with neon lighting.
Streaming / Cross-mediaCyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 confirms fall release as four new characters are introduced
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 is coming this fall with four fresh faces, which means Night City has once again opened enrollment for trauma with neon lighting.
Legal / HardwareRAM manufacturers sued for allegedly fixing prices and supply
Samsung, SK Hynix and Micron are facing allegations of memory-price squeezing, which explains why every future console now looks like it needs a mortgage broker.
Legal / HardwareRAM manufacturers sued for allegedly fixing prices and supply
Samsung, SK Hynix and Micron are facing allegations of memory-price squeezing, which explains why every future console now looks like it needs a mortgage broker.
Subscription RumourXbox reportedly pausing new third-party Game Pass deals, developers say
Xbox may be slowing third-party Game Pass deals, which is awkward because the service was built on the ancient ritual of stuffing the buffet until everyone forgot the bill.
Subscription RumourXbox reportedly pausing new third-party Game Pass deals, developers say
Xbox may be slowing third-party Game Pass deals, which is awkward because the service was built on the ancient ritual of stuffing the buffet until everyone forgot the bill.
Character RevealVirtua Fighter Crossroads reveals playable character Bakunawa Killer at EVO
Virtua Fighter Crossroads revealed Bakunawa Killer, a masked menace with enough mystery and martial arts drama to make every tournament bracket look nervous.
Character RevealVirtua Fighter Crossroads reveals playable character Bakunawa Killer at EVO
Virtua Fighter Crossroads revealed Bakunawa Killer, a masked menace with enough mystery and martial arts drama to make every tournament bracket look nervous.
Roster RevealNolan North’s Deadpool completes the full Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls roster
Deadpool, Loki and Blade complete Marvel Tokon’s roster, because apparently the final team needed jokes, knives and vampire insurance.
Roster RevealNolan North’s Deadpool completes the full Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls roster
Deadpool, Loki and Blade complete Marvel Tokon’s roster, because apparently the final team needed jokes, knives and vampire insurance.
Company NewsCD Projekt announces plans to change its name to CD Projekt Red
CD Projekt is rebranding the whole company as CD Projekt Red, because after Witchers, cyberpunks and investor calls, even the corporate logo wanted a character arc.
Company NewsCD Projekt announces plans to change its name to CD Projekt Red
CD Projekt is rebranding the whole company as CD Projekt Red, because after Witchers, cyberpunks and investor calls, even the corporate logo wanted a character arc.
Developer CommentInvincible VS studio would definitely take the opportunity to add guest characters
Invincible VS developers say they’d love guest fighters if the chance comes. Translation: the crossover door is not open, but someone is absolutely jiggling the handle.
Developer CommentInvincible VS studio would definitely take the opportunity to add guest characters
Invincible VS developers say they’d love guest fighters if the chance comes. Translation: the crossover door is not open, but someone is absolutely jiggling the handle.
TrailerVirtua Fighter Crossroads trailer focuses on the dreaded Bakunawa Killer
Virtua Fighter Crossroads’ new trailer puts Bakunawa Killer in the spotlight, which is basically Sega saying: yes, the murder-mystery karate goblin is important.
TrailerVirtua Fighter Crossroads trailer focuses on the dreaded Bakunawa Killer
Virtua Fighter Crossroads’ new trailer puts Bakunawa Killer in the spotlight, which is basically Sega saying: yes, the murder-mystery karate goblin is important.
BusinessCD Projekt rebrands entire company to CD Projekt Red
CD Projekt is simplifying the business name so investors, players and probably Witcher cosplayers all point at the same red bird logo.
BusinessCD Projekt rebrands entire company to CD Projekt Red
CD Projekt is simplifying the business name so investors, players and probably Witcher cosplayers all point at the same red bird logo.
Roster / BetaMarvel Tokon adds Loki, Blade and Deadpool as final launch characters
Marvel Tokon’s final launch crew brings Loki, Blade and Deadpool into the chaos, meaning team composition now includes mischief, vampires and weaponised sarcasm.
Roster / BetaMarvel Tokon adds Loki, Blade and Deadpool as final launch characters
Marvel Tokon’s final launch crew brings Loki, Blade and Deadpool into the chaos, meaning team composition now includes mischief, vampires and weaponised sarcasm.
Hardware / MarketMemory prices might never come back down, says Lenovo executive
A Lenovo executive says memory prices may never return to old levels, which is exactly the kind of sentence that makes PC builders stare into the middle distance.
Hardware / MarketMemory prices might never come back down, says Lenovo executive
A Lenovo executive says memory prices may never return to old levels, which is exactly the kind of sentence that makes PC builders stare into the middle distance.
Pricing AnalysisGrand Theft Auto 6 and Mario Kart World could lead to more $80 games, analyst says
Analysts say GTA 6 and Mario Kart World may pull more games toward $80, because apparently the next boss fight is not a dragon — it is checkout.
Pricing AnalysisGrand Theft Auto 6 and Mario Kart World could lead to more $80 games, analyst says
Analysts say GTA 6 and Mario Kart World may pull more games toward $80, because apparently the next boss fight is not a dragon — it is checkout.
Labour / IndustryUbisoft Barcelona employees going on strike over 51 layoffs from restructuring
Ubisoft Barcelona staff are striking over 51 layoffs, adding another unhappy chapter to gaming’s never-ending spreadsheet survival horror.
Labour / IndustryUbisoft Barcelona employees going on strike over 51 layoffs from restructuring
Ubisoft Barcelona staff are striking over 51 layoffs, adding another unhappy chapter to gaming’s never-ending spreadsheet survival horror.
Subscription RumourXbox freezes Game Pass deals for third-party studios, rumour claims
Another report says Game Pass deals are freezing up, which is bad timing for studios that thought the subscription dragon still paid in gold.
Subscription RumourXbox freezes Game Pass deals for third-party studios, rumour claims
Another report says Game Pass deals are freezing up, which is bad timing for studios that thought the subscription dragon still paid in gold.
Developer CommentStranger Than Heaven story is very extensive but has fewer play spots than Yakuza
Stranger Than Heaven’s story is apparently huge, but with fewer playable locations than Yakuza. RGG has chosen density over city tourism, and my backlog approves.
Developer CommentStranger Than Heaven story is very extensive but has fewer play spots than Yakuza
Stranger Than Heaven’s story is apparently huge, but with fewer playable locations than Yakuza. RGG has chosen density over city tourism, and my backlog approves.
Character SpotlightMarvel Tokon highlights Ms. Marvel’s flexible moves and hard-hitting combos
Ms. Marvel’s Marvel Tokon breakdown shows stretchy attacks, big hits and enough limb physics to make hitbox nerds open a spreadsheet.
Character SpotlightMarvel Tokon highlights Ms. Marvel’s flexible moves and hard-hitting combos
Ms. Marvel’s Marvel Tokon breakdown shows stretchy attacks, big hits and enough limb physics to make hitbox nerds open a spreadsheet.
Hardware RumourPS6 bill of materials reportedly rises by $200 as $1,000 price fears grow
The PS6 materials rumour is getting uglier, with a possible $200 cost jump. The next-gen dream now comes with a receipt and a small scream.
Hardware RumourPS6 bill of materials reportedly rises by $200 as $1,000 price fears grow
The PS6 materials rumour is getting uglier, with a possible $200 cost jump. The next-gen dream now comes with a receipt and a small scream.
Rumour / Development HistoryNaughty Dog chose The Last of Us remake over Uncharted remake, it’s claimed
A report claims Naughty Dog tested an Uncharted remake before choosing The Last of Us instead. Nathan Drake apparently got benched by a mushroom apocalypse.
Rumour / Development HistoryNaughty Dog chose The Last of Us remake over Uncharted remake, it’s claimed
A report claims Naughty Dog tested an Uncharted remake before choosing The Last of Us instead. Nathan Drake apparently got benched by a mushroom apocalypse.
Hardware StrategySony says it won’t sell hardware at significant losses as PS6 cost rumours continue
Sony repeated that hardware will not be sold at massive losses, which is corporate code for: please stop expecting a miracle box under $500 if memory prices keep being cursed.
Hardware StrategySony says it won’t sell hardware at significant losses as PS6 cost rumours continue
Sony repeated that hardware will not be sold at massive losses, which is corporate code for: please stop expecting a miracle box under $500 if memory prices keep being cursed.
Esports DrawEWC 2026 Valorant tournament creates ultimate Group of Death
The Esports World Cup Valorant draw has produced a Group of Death, because apparently normal brackets were not stressful enough for players, fans or desk analysts.
Esports DrawEWC 2026 Valorant tournament creates ultimate Group of Death
The Esports World Cup Valorant draw has produced a Group of Death, because apparently normal brackets were not stressful enough for players, fans or desk analysts.
Subscription RumourXbox pausing third-party Game Pass deals, it’s claimed
Insider Gaming reports Xbox may be putting third-party Game Pass deals on ice, which is the sort of thing that makes indie pitch decks sweat through the stapler.
Subscription RumourXbox pausing third-party Game Pass deals, it’s claimed
Insider Gaming reports Xbox may be putting third-party Game Pass deals on ice, which is the sort of thing that makes indie pitch decks sweat through the stapler.
RumourGTA 6 60 FPS graphics mode is very likely, it’s claimed
A report claims GTA 6 may offer a 60 FPS mode on PS5 and Xbox Series X. Storage drives are already panicking, but frame-rate fans are doing victory laps.
RumourGTA 6 60 FPS graphics mode is very likely, it’s claimed
A report claims GTA 6 may offer a 60 FPS mode on PS5 and Xbox Series X. Storage drives are already panicking, but frame-rate fans are doing victory laps.
Open Beta GuideMarvel Tokon: Fighting Souls open beta start date, times and playable content detailed
Marvel Tokon’s open beta is lining up for July 24–26, giving everyone a free weekend to learn combos, lose loudly and pretend they meant to tag out.
Open Beta GuideMarvel Tokon: Fighting Souls open beta start date, times and playable content detailed
Marvel Tokon’s open beta is lining up for July 24–26, giving everyone a free weekend to learn combos, lose loudly and pretend they meant to tag out.
Rumour DebunkModern Warfare 2 and 3 ports rumour shut down
The Modern Warfare 2 and 3 port rumour has been shot down, which means Call of Duty fans can return to arguing about the confirmed Black Ops ports instead.
Rumour DebunkModern Warfare 2 and 3 ports rumour shut down
The Modern Warfare 2 and 3 port rumour has been shot down, which means Call of Duty fans can return to arguing about the confirmed Black Ops ports instead.
Release NewsVisual novel In Fair Spirits out on Nintendo Switch this week
In Fair Spirits is heading to Switch this week, bringing another visual novel to the eShop pile where feelings, ghosts and dialogue boxes live rent-free.
Release NewsVisual novel In Fair Spirits out on Nintendo Switch this week
In Fair Spirits is heading to Switch this week, bringing another visual novel to the eShop pile where feelings, ghosts and dialogue boxes live rent-free.
DLC NewsUNO gets Shovel Knight DLC on Nintendo Switch
UNO has teamed up with Shovel Knight, because apparently even card games now need heroic shovel branding and chiptune seasoning.
DLC NewsUNO gets Shovel Knight DLC on Nintendo Switch
UNO has teamed up with Shovel Knight, because apparently even card games now need heroic shovel branding and chiptune seasoning.
Developer CommentaryToby Fox talks about Deltarune Chapter 5 and shares concept art
Toby Fox is talking Chapter 5 and showing concept art, so Deltarune fans can now analyse pixels, lore crumbs and emotional damage with fresh confidence.
Developer CommentaryToby Fox talks about Deltarune Chapter 5 and shares concept art
Toby Fox is talking Chapter 5 and showing concept art, so Deltarune fans can now analyse pixels, lore crumbs and emotional damage with fresh confidence.
Sales ChartsUK software sales chart for week ending June 27 shows Star Fox on top
Nintendo Everything’s UK chart post confirms Star Fox is flying high, which means the fox has sales receipts and the frog has bragging rights.
Sales ChartsUK software sales chart for week ending June 27 shows Star Fox on top
Nintendo Everything’s UK chart post confirms Star Fox is flying high, which means the fox has sales receipts and the frog has bragging rights.
Leaks / PreviewMobile Legends: Bang Bang July 2026 leaks outline upcoming skins and events
MLBB July leaks are here, meaning the skin economy is warming up and at least three mains are already preparing emotional arguments about balance.
Leaks / PreviewMobile Legends: Bang Bang July 2026 leaks outline upcoming skins and events
MLBB July leaks are here, meaning the skin economy is warming up and at least three mains are already preparing emotional arguments about balance.
Season PreviewClash of Clans July 2026 Gold Pass season details arrive
Clash of Clans is lining up its July Gold Pass, because every village needs walls, warriors and a monthly subscription-based feeling of progress.
Season PreviewClash of Clans July 2026 Gold Pass season details arrive
Clash of Clans is lining up its July Gold Pass, because every village needs walls, warriors and a monthly subscription-based feeling of progress.
Soft LaunchLilith Games’ Totally Mall: Merge & Gossip begins Android soft launch
Totally Mall soft-launched on Android, mixing merge puzzles with 80s murder mystery. Finally, shopping mall drama has progression mechanics.
Soft LaunchLilith Games’ Totally Mall: Merge & Gossip begins Android soft launch
Totally Mall soft-launched on Android, mixing merge puzzles with 80s murder mystery. Finally, shopping mall drama has progression mechanics.
Mobile LaunchFootball Go launches on Android and iOS on June 29
Football Go hits mobile today, because apparently World Cup season demanded another pocket-sized way to blame defenders while holding a coffee.
Mobile LaunchFootball Go launches on Android and iOS on June 29
Football Go hits mobile today, because apparently World Cup season demanded another pocket-sized way to blame defenders while holding a coffee.
Expansion LaunchPokémon Trading Card Game Pocket expansion Everyday Wonders launches June 29
Pokémon TCG Pocket gets Everyday Wonders today, which means digital card collectors can begin the sacred ritual of opening packs and pretending luck is strategy.
Expansion LaunchPokémon Trading Card Game Pocket expansion Everyday Wonders launches June 29
Pokémon TCG Pocket gets Everyday Wonders today, which means digital card collectors can begin the sacred ritual of opening packs and pretending luck is strategy.
PC LaunchDOKAPON 3-2-1: Super Collection launches on PC via Steam
DOKAPON 3-2-1 brings its friendship-destroying board-RPG chaos to Steam today. Party game diplomacy has officially been cancelled.
PC LaunchDOKAPON 3-2-1: Super Collection launches on PC via Steam
DOKAPON 3-2-1 brings its friendship-destroying board-RPG chaos to Steam today. Party game diplomacy has officially been cancelled.
Deals / Event-DatePS Store Weekend Offer sale ends June 29
Sony’s weekend sale wraps today, so bargain hunters have one last chance to throw discounted PS5 and PS4 games onto the backlog bonfire.
Deals / Event-DatePS Store Weekend Offer sale ends June 29
Sony’s weekend sale wraps today, so bargain hunters have one last chance to throw discounted PS5 and PS4 games onto the backlog bonfire.
Updated Guide / CollabMobile Legends x Street Fighter collab skins guide updated
MLBB’s Street Fighter collab coverage got updated, which means mobile MOBA players can once again combine lane pressure with world-warrior fashion crimes.
Updated Guide / CollabMobile Legends x Street Fighter collab skins guide updated
MLBB’s Street Fighter collab coverage got updated, which means mobile MOBA players can once again combine lane pressure with world-warrior fashion crimes.
Event-DateClash Royale Restless Undead event ends June 29
Clash Royale’s Restless Undead event wraps today, so skeleton chaos is clocking out before July’s new Legendary card starts causing fresh arguments.
Event-DateClash Royale Restless Undead event ends June 29
Clash Royale’s Restless Undead event wraps today, so skeleton chaos is clocking out before July’s new Legendary card starts causing fresh arguments.
Feature8 of the best Nintendo Switch 1 games to revisit on Switch 2
Nintendo Everything rounded up Switch 1 games worth replaying on Switch 2, because apparently the new console’s secret weapon is making your old backlog look handsome again.
UpdateBrawl Stars June 2026 Brawl Talk reveals new Brawlers, Ramen Rebellion, power-ups, modes and skins
Brawl Stars is serving Ramen Rebellion, new Brawlers, new modes and enough cosmetics to make your gem wallet hide under the table.
UpdateClash Royale July 2026 season adds new Legendary card as CHAOS Mode returns
Clash Royale is bringing a new Legendary card and reviving CHAOS Mode, because apparently normal ladder anxiety was not spicy enough.
Port NewsClone Drone in the Danger Zone mobile port is in the works
Clone Drone in the Danger Zone is slicing its voxel robot chaos onto mobile, so now your phone can host arena battles, laser swords and suspiciously emotional robots.
Shutdown / Event-DateCover shuts down Hololive Holoearth metaverse on June 28
Holoearth shuts down today, proving even VTuber metaverses can hit the final logout screen when the business model runs out of respawns.
Indie FeatureJoy Malignant is a photobashed dice-based RPG where choices affect your faceless body
Joy Malignant looks like Citizen Sleeper went through a cursed art-school blender, with dice, body horror and choices that literally reshape your character.
Event / Mobile UpdateLove and Deepspace 6.0 Moonhowl Party Special Program airs on June 28
Love and Deepspace is holding its 6.0 Moonhowl Party Special Program today, because romance, wolves and mobile livestream hype apparently share one calendar invite.
UpdateNeverness to Everness Version 1.2 adds two characters and new gameplay mode
Neverness to Everness 1.2 is adding Shinku, Iroi and fresh gameplay, meaning urban supernatural RPG fans get more characters, more systems and more reasons to ignore bedtime.
File Size RoundupNintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – Rhythm Heaven Groove, Moonlight Peaks, more
The eShop storage scale has spoken again: Rhythm Heaven Groove, Moonlight Peaks and a small army of indie downloads are lining up for your memory card like tourists at immigration.
ChartsNintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – Star Fox clears the competition
Star Fox has blasted straight to number one on the Switch 2 eShop, proving the Lylat crew still knows how to barrel roll into everyone’s wallet.
Rumour / HardwarePS6 reportedly costs Sony almost $1,000 to make right now
The PS6 rumour mill says Sony’s next console could currently cost nearly a thousand dollars just to assemble. Somewhere, a CFO just fainted into a spreadsheet.
ReviewXenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition review
Xenoblade’s Switch 2 upgrade brings 4K, 60fps and faster traversal, which is excellent news for anyone who loves epic JRPGs but has a calendar and responsibilities.
Mobile LaunchZero Gunner 2 arrives on Android with 360-degree helicopter shooter battles
Zero Gunner 2 has landed on Android, bringing 360-degree helicopter blasting to anyone who thinks vertical shooters need more rotor blades and panic.
Cross-media NewsThe Sonic movie’s producer is turning Tetris into a CG-animated adventure series
Tetris is getting a CG adventure series, because apparently falling blocks have decided they deserve character arcs, emotional growth and maybe a dramatic slow-motion line clear.
Industry StrategyPlayStation’s CEO says it’s not giving up on live service games
Sony looked at Concord, Bungie turbulence and cancelled projects, then still pressed Continue on the live-service campaign. The boss fight clearly has multiple phases.
NewsTokyo’s Shibuya region is giving residents Final Fantasy 14 in-game items for donating their taxes
Shibuya has found the ultimate civic duty buff: pay hometown tax, receive Final Fantasy 14 goodies. Finally, bureaucracy has loot drops.
NewsJirachi is coming to Pokémon Pokopia next week for a limited time
Pokémon Pokopia is summoning Jirachi for a Wish Upon a Jirachi event, because even cozy towns need celestial customer service.
Download RoundupNintendo Download – June 18, 2026 Europe
Europe’s Nintendo Download list arrived with Elliot, Observer, Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons, R-Type Tactics and enough eShop chaos to scare a microSD card.
Event NewsPokémon Pokopia getting brand new Wish Upon a Jirachi event
Jirachi is visiting rebuilt Pokémon Centers, which is basically Nintendo saying: yes, your town planning now has cosmic consequences.
Demo / TrailerGranblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok gets Nintendo Switch 2 demo and new trailer
Granblue Fantasy: Relink’s Endless Ragnarok demo is live on Switch 2, so yes, the anime sword buffet now has a tasting menu.
Physical ReleaseFate: Reawakened Nintendo Switch physical release on the way
Fate: Reawakened is getting a Switch physical release from Limited Run, because collectors still believe shelves are the true endgame.
ReviewThe Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales review for Nintendo Switch 2
The Adventures of Elliot launches with HD-2D action ambition, proving Square Enix looked at turn-based comfort food and said: what if it sprinted?
Trailer / DLCStreet Fighter 6 gets Yasmine gameplay trailer and release date
Street Fighter 6 has shown Yasmine, and she arrives August 3. Prepare for frame-data philosophers to begin their sacred shouting ritual.
FeatureMega Raichu X and Y are going to be strong in Pokémon Champions
Raichu finally entered its gym arc. Mega Raichu X and Y look ready to zap the Pokémon Champions meta until the forums glow in the dark.
Sales ChartsFamitsu software sales 6/1/26 – 6/7/26 Top 30
Japan’s Famitsu charts are in, meaning the weekly sales scoreboard has once again chosen winners, losers and several games still refusing to leave.
DLC NewsDisney Dreamlight Valley announces big Honeyglow Woods Adventure Pack DLC
Dreamlight Valley is adding Honeyglow Woods, Pooh, Piglet and Eeyore, because cozy games have discovered the nuclear power of honey-based nostalgia.
Game AnnouncementMaseylia: Echoes of the Past heading to Nintendo Switch, physical version announced
Maseylia is bringing 3D Metroidvania exploration to Switch, with a physical edition too. Hidden pathways now come with shelf presence.
Game DetailsTrails in the Sky 2nd Chapter details more characters, Orbal Arts and cooking
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter served new character details, Orbal Arts and cooking. Yes, the RPG menu is now literally and emotionally full.
Event NewsArc System Works Showcase 2026 set for June 24
Arc System Works has booked a showcase for June 24, so fighting-game fans can start warming up their speculation combos.
DemoGranblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok demo now available
Granblue Fantasy: Relink’s Endless Ragnarok demo is out now, offering players a free sample of stylish fantasy chaos before the real grind begins.
AnnouncementRomance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Complete Edition announced for PS5, PS4, Switch and PC
Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV is getting a Complete Edition, because ancient China still has more spreadsheets, generals and betrayals to sell us.
DLC NewsStreet Fighter 6 DLC character Yasmine launches August 3
Capcom dated Yasmine for Street Fighter 6, and the lab monsters have already started sharpening their spreadsheets.
UpdateMarvel’s Spider-Man 2 adds Brand New Day-inspired Fresh Start Suit on July 28
Spider-Man 2 gets a free Fresh Start Suit next month, because Peter Parker’s true superpower is never running out of wardrobe updates.
AnnouncementCall of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops II ports announced for PlayStation
Black Ops 1 and 2 are marching onto PlayStation again, proving old shooters never die — they just get ported and ask for storage space.
UpdateDispatch HR Violations Update now available, addresses some censorship on Switch 2 and Switch
Dispatch got its HR Violations Update, which sounds like office compliance training but is actually censorship fixes and content tweaks.
Release UpdateGrand Theft Auto V PS5 and Xbox Series upgrades become free on June 18
GTA 5’s current-gen upgrades are now free for eligible PS4 and Xbox One owners. Los Santos has discovered the magic of no-charge migration.
Retro ReleaseConsole Archives The Legend of Kage launches June 18
The Legend of Kage returns today through Console Archives, reminding us that ninja action was already stressful before analog sticks existed.
Release DateFlesh Made Fear coming to PS5 on June 25
Flesh Made Fear is heading to PS5 next week, because apparently horror fans requested more hallways with terrible vibes.
ReleaseR-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos launches June 18 worldwide
R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos lands today, combining sci-fi strategy with the eternal joy of moving tiny war machines across stressful grids.
Releaseand Roger launches June 18 on Switch 2, iOS and Android
and Roger arrives today on Switch 2 and mobile, offering a short interactive novel for players who like their existential questions portable.
ReleaseJurnal Risa: Dark Destiny launches June 18 worldwide
Indonesian horror title Jurnal Risa: Dark Destiny launches today, bringing local ghost energy to global consoles. Sleep is optional, apparently.
Security / Platform NewsPS5’s Recently Played section restored as Sony seemingly fixes strange security concern
Sony restored PS5’s Recently Played section after a weird PSN scare. The dashboard has returned from the shadow realm, hopefully with better locks.
Culture NewsThis business is observing a day off for GTA 6 launch, and it won’t be the only one
A business is already closing for GTA 6 launch day. Productivity has officially lost the boss fight months in advance.
Industry NewsYakuza creator’s Gang of Dragon PS5 game really does seem dead
Gang of Dragon looks increasingly cancelled, which is a grim plot twist for fans hoping Nagoshi’s new studio would roar back fast.
Event NewsNew PS5 game Mega Man: Dual Override will be playable at Gamescom
Mega Man: Dual Override will be playable at Gamescom, so the Blue Bomber’s comeback now has a public button-mashing appointment.
Market ReportGlobal games market hits $200 billion yearly revenue amid cost-cutting crisis
The games market hit $200 billion while studios keep cutting costs. Congratulations, industry — you unlocked the most confusing achievement of the year.
Tech NewsEpic Games says Unreal Engine 6 will deepen AI integration
Epic says Unreal Engine 6 will lean harder into AI tools. Developers heard 'reduce tedious work'; the internet heard 'prepare discourse cannon'.
Esports InterviewBoombl4 on leading BetBoom to IEM Cologne Major playoffs
Boombl4 says pressure can become contagious in BetBoom’s favour. Esports psychology: now with more clutch rounds and fewer heartbeats.
Esports InterviewNertZ on Liquid, G2 and too many voices in the team
NertZ talked Liquid, G2 and the danger of too many voices. Basically, Counter-Strike tactics met group-project trauma.
Culture NewsGTA 6 launch is making one company pause operations for the day
Another company is treating GTA 6 like a national holiday. At this rate, Los Santos may accidentally fix work-life balance.
Guide / DLC LaunchDave the Diver: In The Jungle launches, with guide coverage on how to start the DLC
Dave the Diver’s jungle DLC is live, because apparently diving, sushi and capitalism were not enough — now we need boars too.
Feature35 big games still coming out for the rest of 2026
GamingBolt rounded up 35 games still coming in 2026, also known as evidence that your backlog has unionised and demands better working conditions.
FeatureSamson: A Tyndalston Story has had tons of patches, but is it actually fixed?
Samson has been patched like a leaking ship, and GamingBolt checks whether the repairs finally made it seaworthy.
FeatureOutward 2 Early Access – 15 new things you need to know
Outward 2 is sharpening its survival systems for Early Access, because apparently getting lost, hungry and emotionally humbled needed a sequel.
NewsRockstar is giving last-gen GTA 5 owners a free upgrade
Rockstar is finally handing PS4 and Xbox One GTA 5 owners a free ride to current-gen. Los Santos tourism just got a surprise budget airline.
Event NewsCapcom confirms Dragon’s Dogma 2 expansion and Mega Man for Gamescom
Capcom’s Gamescom booth is bringing Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen and Mega Man: Dual Override out for their first public controller-smashing sessions.
Hardware BundleNintendo announces Pokémon Pokopia Switch 2 pack, coming next month
Nintendo is bundling Switch 2 with Pokémon Pokopia, because apparently selling adorable creatures and hardware together is still super effective.
Patent NewsSony patents PlayStation controller with buttons that can get harder or trap your fingers
Sony’s latest controller patent sounds like the DualSense went to a tiny gym. Buttons that harden? Immersion or finger-based boss fight?
Product NewsSanDisk’s new PS5 SSD costs nearly $3,000
SanDisk has a PS5 SSD that costs almost three grand, proving storage expansion has now entered luxury handbag territory.
UpdateLatest Pokémon Champions update adds new Pokémon and brings the game to mobile
Pokémon Champions has hit mobile and brought a fresh crowd of monsters along. Your phone battery has entered the battle and immediately fainted.
Subscription TrialEA Sports FC 26 is free on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 for a week
EA Sports FC 26 is free for Switch Online members in Europe for a week, so now everyone can blame the referee without paying first.
Industry ReportMicrosoft already planned Ninja Theory closure when it announced Senua, it’s claimed
Xbox reportedly showed Senua while already planning Ninja Theory’s closure. That is not a trailer reveal; that is corporate theatre with fog machines.
Game AnnouncementTeaknights announced for Nintendo Switch
Teaknights is a musical low-poly rail shooter heading to Switch, mixing arcade pew-pew with Y2K energy and probably several cups of chaos tea.
Engine UpdateUnreal Engine 5.8 out today, Lumen Light confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2
Unreal Engine 5.8 has arrived, and Switch 2 gets Lumen Light. Translation: more shiny games without turning handheld mode into a toaster.
Event NewsMega Man: Dual Override and Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen playable at Gamescom 2026
Capcom is dragging Mega Man and Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen to Gamescom for first playable demos. Cologne is about to become a boss arena.
Platform NewsTomo: Endless Blue coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Tomo: Endless Blue is sailing to Switch 2 with creature collecting, island exploring and enough cozy ocean vibes to make your backlog wear sunscreen.
Hardware BundlePokémon Pokopia Nintendo Switch 2 bundle announced for Europe
Europe is getting the Pokémon Pokopia Switch 2 bundle too, because Nintendo knows exactly what button to press on family wallets.
UpdatePokémon Champions gets full list of new Pokémon, items, and more for June 2026 update
Pokémon Champions added around 40 battle-ready creatures counting Mega Evolutions. The meta just got hit by a bus full of pocket monsters.
Retro ReleaseThe Legend of Kage is this week’s Console Archives on Nintendo Switch 2
The Legend of Kage returns via Console Archives, bringing 1986 ninja action to Switch 2. Retro gamers may now legally blame the demon realm again.
Subscription TrialEA Sports FC 26 is Europe’s next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial
Switch Online members in Europe get a full FC 26 trial, which is Nintendo’s way of saying: try before you shout at virtual defenders.
NewsGuild Wars 3 will not have subscriptions or pay-to-win features
Guild Wars 3 says no subscriptions and no pay-to-win. Somewhere, MMO wallets just stopped hiding behind the sofa.
RumourMicrosoft planned closure of Ninja Theory before Senua’s reveal
Another report says Senua’s reveal may have doubled as a studio-for-sale sign. That is one very awkward Xbox showcase souvenir.
DLC LaunchDead by Daylight’s newest killer Jason Voorhees is out now
Jason Voorhees has entered Dead by Daylight as The Slasher, because camp counsellors apparently did not suffer enough in cinema.
Patent NewsNew PlayStation patent describes controllers with buttons that soften and harden on demand
PlayStation may be testing buttons that change resistance mid-game. Finally, QTEs can fight back physically.
NewsFinal Fantasy 7 Revelation’s title picked because it answers questions from Remake and Rebirth
Square Enix says Revelation is about answering FF7’s big mysteries, which is brave when fans have been theorising like detectives trapped in a materia shop.
Beta NewsMistfall Hunter showcases gameplay from its open beta, which is now live
Mistfall Hunter’s open beta is live, offering Soulslike extraction action for players who wanted both punishment and inventory anxiety.
Platform StrategyXbox denies rumours of reversing course on exclusives
Xbox says it is not reversing course on exclusives and promises more yearly releases. Console-war calculators have been asked to stand down.
UpdateARC Raiders brings changes to free kits after player feedback
ARC Raiders changed free kits after player feedback, proving gamers will debate free gear like it is international monetary policy.
LayoffsLuna Abyss team has been laid off, says Kwalee Labs CEO
The Luna Abyss team has reportedly been laid off, another grim reminder that even promising games can get hit by the industry’s final boss: funding.
NewsFuture Control titles depend on whether Resonant does well
Remedy wants a long-term Control universe, but future entries depend on Resonant landing properly. The Oldest House now has quarterly targets.
NewsFinal Fantasy 7 Revelation director reveals reasoning behind new title
FF7 Revelation’s name is meant to signal answers, not just another fancy subtitle for emotional destruction with good hair.
Hands-on Demo NewsXbox reveals first Gears of War: E-Day hands-on demo details
Gears of War: E-Day is getting hands-on demo opportunities, so fans can test whether the chainsaw still solves every workplace problem.
NewsRockstar giving free GTA 5 upgrades to last-gen owners
GTA 5 owners on older consoles are getting free current-gen upgrades, because Los Santos has apparently discovered customer goodwill.
Security NewsNintendo responds to $2 million data ransom
Nintendo says stolen data involved in a ransom threat is limited and old. Still, the legal department probably just cracked its knuckles in surround sound.
Patch NotesPokémon Champions June 17 update nerfs Annihilape and Grimmsnarl
Pokémon Champions just nerfed Annihilape and Grimmsnarl, meaning the meta has entered its traditional angry forum-post evolution stage.
Studio NewsHousemarque staff has tripled in recent years and says it is now truly PlayStation first-party
Housemarque has grown from arcade cult hero to full PlayStation first-party beast. Super Stardust walked so Saros could sprint with a budget.
Community ReactionMarathon players accuse Bungie of killing the game with Season 2 update
Marathon’s Season 2 update has players accusing Bungie of self-sabotage. The extraction shooter extracted patience first.
PreviewControl Resonant preview says it offers more Control than ever
Control Resonant’s preview suggests Remedy is going bigger, stranger and more melee-focused. The furniture is probably still not safe.
Industry ReportNinja Theory closure reportedly planned before Senua announcement
Reports around Ninja Theory continue to darken, with claims the Senua reveal arrived after closure plans were already in motion. Brutal timing, zero chill.
UpdateFinal Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles enhanced update out now
Final Fantasy Tactics got a chunky enhanced update with New Game+ energy, because Ivalice clearly wasn’t done stealing everyone’s evenings.
CrossoverThe First Descendant x Evangelion crossover kicks off tomorrow
The First Descendant is getting Evangelion cosmetics, because apparently giant existential robot trauma pairs nicely with looter-shooter fashion.
UpdateWarframe’s Jade Shadows: Constellations update arrives on June 17
Warframe’s free Jade Shadows: Constellations update lands today, giving Tenno another reason to vanish into space-ninja homework.
Subscription NewsXbox reveals next six Game Pass titles including EA Sports FC 26 and Call of Duty Vanguard
Xbox Game Pass is doing the classic buffet move again: a bit of football, a bit of shooting, and just enough backlog pressure to make your SSD cry.
System UpdateNintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 updated to Version 22.5.0
Nintendo dropped firmware 22.5.0, and the original Switch finally gets a less sleepy eShop. Somewhere, a loading spinner just retired.
Platform UpdateNintendo replaces original Switch eShop with native app for better performance
The Switch eShop has apparently stopped moving like a haunted spreadsheet and now behaves more like an actual store. Progress!
Sales ChartsJapan’s best-selling games of May 2026 show Tomodachi Life still strong and Yoshi debuting
Tomodachi Life is still living the dream in Japan, while Yoshi enters the charts looking cute, marketable, and financially dangerous.
Game AnnouncementCase Solved: The London Files announced for Nintendo Switch
A cozy noir murder puzzle game is coming to Switch, because apparently London in the 1960s had crime, tea, and excellent deduction UI.
Release NewsJust Press the Button coming to Nintendo Switch this week
Just Press the Button arrives this week, which sounds easy until the dystopian sci-fi guilt machine starts asking why you pressed it.
Physical ReleaseObserver: System Redux gets Nintendo Switch 2 physical release
Observer: System Redux is getting a boxed Switch 2 release, so cyberpunk horror fans can now own their nightmares on a shelf.
Retro ReleaseSpace Cyclone is this week’s Arcade Archives game
Space Cyclone is joining Arcade Archives, because retro gaming never dies — it just comes back in a smaller file size with more menu options.
UpdateAssassin’s Creed Shadows Update 1.1.11 adds final story quest and Switch 2 handheld improvements
Assassin’s Creed Shadows is sailing into its final big update with Black Tides, endgame features and Switch 2 handheld polish. The ninjas brought patch notes.
Subscription NewsTwo new PS Plus Extra and Premium games available to download now
Final Fantasy 16 and Gitaroo Man hit PS Plus in select territories, giving players both epic drama and rhythm-game finger panic.
Subscription News12 PS Plus Extra games confirmed for removal in July 2026
Sony has put 12 games in the Last Chance to Play corner, also known as the place where backlogs go to be emotionally bullied.
Subscription NewsPS Plus Premium’s Gitaroo Man arrives with full trophy support
Gitaroo Man is back with trophies, proving even PS2 rhythm classics now need achievement paperwork before the guitar solo begins.
Hardware UpdateThe 13-year-old PS4 gets a new firmware update
The PS4 received another firmware update, because apparently this console is now the gaming equivalent of a cockroach with HDMI output.
RumourGaming industry bloodbath reportedly imminent as major publishers brace for layoffs
More layoff rumours are circling Sony, Microsoft, Bethesda, BioWare and others. The industry vibes are currently set to survival horror.
Industry RumourHellblade studio reportedly hunting for buyer days after announcing new PS5 game
Ninja Theory may be looking for a buyer right after showing new PS5 work, because modern game development apparently includes boss fights with finance departments.
DemoEchoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online PS5 demo available now
Sword Art Online fans can now test Echoes of Aincrad on PS5, with a chunky demo that says: yes, the download is also part of the adventure.
Subscription NewsXbox Game Pass June 2026 Wave 2 titles revealed
Xbox’s second June Game Pass wave brings major franchises and a day-one title, because apparently Microsoft’s answer to chaos is more games.
UpdatePUBG beta testing new AI-focused Ally Duo game mode
PUBG is testing Ally Duo, an AI-focused mode where your teammate might finally listen better than Dave from Discord.
Release DateHellraiser: Revival release date revealed with new trailer
Hellraiser: Revival got a release date and a gruesome trailer, because apparently your schedule also needed a haunted calendar invite.
Industry ReactionMoon Games CEO says Xbox leadership was too focused on the past
Moon Studios’ CEO has opinions about Xbox leadership, and they are not wrapped in a cute forest-spirit collectible.
NewsNetflix’s FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition compared to a PS2 game
Netflix’s FIFA World Cup game is being compared to a PS2 title, which is awkward when your competition is EA FC and not your uncle’s dusty attic console.
UpdateEmbark makes long-awaited free loadout change to ARC Raiders
ARC Raiders tweaked free loadouts, proving extraction shooters can make people argue passionately about free stuff too.
Guide / Launch TimingPokémon Champions mobile release time detailed worldwide
Pokémon Champions is lining up its mobile launch timing, so trainers can now schedule sleep deprivation by timezone.
Steam TrendTBH: Task Bar Hero challenges Counter-Strike 2’s Steam dominance
A taskbar idle game is suddenly threatening Steam’s big dogs. Counter-Strike 2 looked away for one second and the productivity gremlin attacked.
Community TrendFortnite players spending real money to fast-track Sprite collecting
Fortnite players are buying Sprites on second-hand markets, because apparently touching grass now includes paying for digital forest creatures.
Compensation UpdateForza Horizon 6 gives all players a free car after Eliminator issues
Forza Horizon 6 disabled The Eliminator after a bug and is handing out a free car, the classic racing-game apology bouquet.
Pre-registrationFootball Pro FC opens mobile pre-registration in Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines
Football Pro FC is opening pre-registration in SEA, mixing football management with real-time control. Finally, you can blame both tactics and thumbs.
Platform SafetyRoblox introduces age-based kids accounts with more parental controls
Roblox launched age-based kids accounts, because the internet finally remembered that eight-year-olds probably do not need full access to chaos chat.
UpdateWorld of Warcraft Midnight Revelations content update goes live
World of Warcraft’s Midnight Revelations update is live, because Azeroth still refuses to let anyone complete their to-do list before bedtime.
IndustryMicrosoft-owned studios reportedly negotiate to avoid closures as Xbox monetization pressure rises
Microsoft studio closure talk continues while Xbox monetization pressure grows. Somewhere, a studio accountant just became the final boss.
Marketing / Release StrategyControl Resonant will have Remedy’s biggest marketing campaign
Remedy is giving Control Resonant its biggest marketing push yet, because September’s release calendar looks less like a launch window and more like a gladiator arena.
Industry / AdvertisingEA Advertising announced to integrate brands into games
EA Advertising is officially a thing, and gamers are now nervously checking whether the next boss battle has a sponsored hydration break.
Developer InterviewThe Blood of Dawnwalker described as a narrative sandbox like classic Fallout
The Blood of Dawnwalker wants classic Fallout-style freedom with vampires, which is basically player choice with extra neck problems.
RumourCompulsion Games may be first studio affected by Xbox restructuring
Compulsion Games may reportedly be in the restructuring danger zone, because even stylish games cannot parry corporate spreadsheets forever.
Update FeatureCrimson Desert Update 1.11.00 brings major changes
Crimson Desert’s 1.11.00 update brings more tweaks to Pywel, because open worlds are never finished — they just get larger patch notes.
RumourRambo could be the next major collaboration coming to Fortnite
Fortnite may be adding Rambo, because apparently the island still has room for one more licensed chaos uncle with explosive arrows.
IndustryCapcom president says recent success comes from team-led development
Capcom says the secret sauce is no longer one genius in a cave, but a full squad cooking Resident Evil, Monster Hunter and Pragmata in the team kitchen.
IndustryMicrosoft CEO says YouTube monetizes Xbox better than Microsoft does
Satya Nadella basically looked at Xbox and said: why is YouTube farming more gold from our dragons than we are? Corporate side quest unlocked.
IndustryElectronic Arts launches EA Advertising for non-disruptive brand integrations
EA has opened the in-game ad portal and promised it will be tasteful. Gamers everywhere are now staring suspiciously at every virtual billboard.
Merch / EventsPikachu promo cards and plush revealed ahead of Pokémon World Championships and PokémonXP
The Pokémon Company revealed promo cards and plushies, meaning collectors can now begin their traditional wallet-screaming ritual early.
NewsNintendo says Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake will have timeless gameplay
The Ocarina of Time remake may keep the old-school Zelda bones intact, so no, Link probably won’t be building a rocket-powered chicken tank this time.
NewsCapcom is removing Dragon’s Dogma 2 Deluxe Edition and microtransactions from sale
Capcom is pulling Dragon’s Dogma 2 extras before Dark Arisen arrives, which is either housekeeping or the RPG equivalent of sweeping coins under the dragon rug.
Policy / StreamingUK government announces under-16 social media ban including YouTube and possibly Twitch
The UK may be putting a child lock on the internet’s loudest rooms, and Twitch could end up in the splash zone with the streamers and emote goblins.
ReportNintendo Direct was the most watched Summer Game Fest presentation, analytics firm claims
Nintendo apparently won the Not-E3 viewership royal rumble, proving that one Zelda tease can still body-slam an entire showcase season.
FeatureFour under-the-radar gems from Summer Game Fest
VGC went digging between the blockbuster fireworks and found smaller games with murder gardening, weird factories and emotional damage in indie form.
RumourSony hopes to launch God of War Laufey in the first half of 2027
Sony may be aiming God of War Laufey at early 2027, assuming the gods of production schedules don’t throw a thunderbolt at the calendar.
Sales / ChartsFinal Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth sales seemingly spike after Revelation reveal
Square Enix showed the next FF7 chapter and suddenly people remembered they still had emotional homework to finish.
Sales / ChartsHalo PS5 poised to sell extremely well, topping PS Store charts around the world
Halo on PlayStation is climbing charts, which is the kind of sentence that would have made 2007 forum warriors need a chair and a glass of water.
NewsThe Walking Dead: Streets of Survival announced for PS5 and other platforms
The Walking Dead is getting a side-scrolling beat ’em up, because zombies are apparently much easier to manage when everyone walks left to right.
Demo70s Robot Anime Geppy-X PS5 and PS4 remaster gets free demo
A Japan-only PS1 cult classic about 70s robot anime is getting a modern demo, proving nostalgia has now opened a very specific mecha cupboard.
Release DateBrokenLore: DON’T LIE launches September 10
BrokenLore: DON’T LIE has a date and a demo, so horror fans can now schedule their next appointment with hallway paranoia.
Release DateThe Relic: First Guardian launches July 31 for PS5 and PC
The Relic: First Guardian has grabbed a July date, bringing more dark fantasy Soulslike punishment to players who looked at their backlog and said: hurt me again.
UpdateMega Man Star Force Legacy Collection update out now with patch notes
Mega Man Star Force got a patch fixing bugs, buttons and network weirdness. The blue bomber’s paperwork department has been busy.
ReleaseAlien Cat 2: Retro Collection out on Nintendo Switch this week
Alien Cat 2 is coming to Switch, starring a stranded space cat, clones and enough retro danger to make a goldfish reconsider interstellar travel.
ReleaseCatto’s Post Office heading to Nintendo Switch
Catto’s Post Office is coming to Switch, letting players deliver mail as a cat, which is clearly the most efficient use of government logistics.
DiscoveryLost SEGA Rally Nintendo DS prototype discovered after 20 years
A lost SEGA Rally DS prototype has resurfaced after two decades, like gaming archaeology but with more mud, speed and tiny dual screens.
ReportFirst details on The Witcher multiplayer game reportedly revealed
The Witcher may be going free-to-play co-op on PC and mobile, because monster contracts are apparently better when three friends argue over loot.
ReportBuy Now, Pay Later option appears on Xbox backend
Xbox may be testing buy-now-pay-later, which is either customer flexibility or the final boss form of backlog financing.
Interview / ReportBlood of Dawnwalker will be similar to classic Fallout games
The Blood of Dawnwalker is apparently taking inspiration from classic Fallout’s narrative freedom, but with more vampires and fewer bottle caps.
RumourClair Obscur: Expedition 33 Switch 2 release window revealed, it’s claimed
Clair Obscur may be coming to Switch 2 this year, which means emotional turn-based trauma could soon become portable emotional turn-based trauma.
TechGears of War: E-Day PC requirements revealed
Gears of War: E-Day has shown its PC requirements, and yes, your storage drive has already started sweating in cover.
ReportARC Raiders PvE map condition Security Agreement revealed by playtests
ARC Raiders may be testing a PvE-friendly condition in China, which is basically extraction-shooter peace mode with a big asterisk wearing combat boots.
ReportXbox reportedly fast-tracking new Fallout and Elder Scrolls games
Xbox reportedly wants Fallout and Elder Scrolls faster, because apparently waiting half a human lifetime between fantasy megahits is bad for business.
NewsCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 marks the return of campaign early access
Modern Warfare 4 is bringing back campaign early access, because even blockbuster war now has a VIP queue.
GameplayLords of the Fallen 2 trailer shows new gameplay, weapons and boss battle
Lords of the Fallen 2 has shown more blades, biomes and boss pain, continuing gaming’s proud tradition of making castles a health hazard.
ReportDon’t Nod is reportedly in trouble as Tencent is uninterested in further backing
Don’t Nod may be facing a rough financial chapter, proving narrative studios can write heartbreak but still hate starring in it.
NewsAtelier Karia Makes Eating a Gameplay Mechanic on PS5
Atelier Karia has decided snacks are now a build system. Eat the right ingredient, grow the right ears, and maybe become the cutest boss fight in town.
ChartsNintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – Xenoblade makes a run at Pokemon Pokopia
Pokemon Pokopia is still king of the eShop hill, but Xenoblade’s upgrade pack is charging up the charts like it just found an emergency Monado.
NewsNintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – The Adventures of Elliot, #Drive Rally, more
The eShop scale has spoken: bring storage, bring snacks, and maybe stop pretending the microSD card drawer is optional.
InterviewRayman Legends Retold interview: developer on origins, engine, new content, Kung Foot’s big return, and more
Rayman is back, Kung Foot survived, and Ubisoft’s limbless legend apparently refused to let nostalgia sit quietly in a corner.
FeatureMust-have games and accessories for new Nintendo Switch 2 owners
Switch 2 buyers get the classic console-owner starter quest: buy the shiny box, then immediately buy three more things to protect the shiny box.
NewsUbisoft Says The Original Rayman Legends Is "Staying Put"
Rayman Legends Retold is coming, but Ubisoft says the original isn’t being yeeted into the digital void. Rare delisting anxiety antidote, now with floating fists.
NewsMega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection Is Getting A New Update Early Next Week
Mega Man Star Force gets a patch on June 15, because even legacy collections need their online wires untangled before the boss music starts.
Tech NewsOnimusha: Way Of The Sword Switch 2 Resolution And Frame Rate Revealed
Capcom handed over the pixel paperwork: Switch 2 slices demons at 1080p docked, 900p handheld, and 30fps unless you unleash the 30–40fps gremlin.
UpdateClash of Clans June 2026 Update introduces Hero Journey, new Troop, Spell, and major QoL upgrades
Clash of Clans is doing the big summer patch ritual: new progression, new toys, and enough QoL polish to make your builder shed a tiny tear.
NewsGodzilla Defense Force: X brings 70 years of kaiju battles to mobile
MINTROCKET is sending Godzilla to mobile in early 2027, because apparently skyscrapers weren’t stressed enough already.
LaunchQuack Quack Attack is now live on mobile, bringing duck-filled pachinko battles and endless progression
Quack Quack Attack launched on mobile, weaponising ducks, pachinko and progression loops. Finally, poultry with endgame ambitions.
PatchMobile Legends Advanced Server Patch 2.1.90 Update: Hero Adjustments, Battlefield Changes, and more
MLBB’s Advanced Server is back in the balance lab, adjusting heroes and battlefield bits before someone inevitably decides their main has been personally nerfed.
Product NewsSteelSeries x South Park gaming gear launches
SteelSeries and South Park teamed up for gaming gear, because sometimes your setup needs RGB, low latency, and Cartman judging your aim.
PreviewTomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Hands-on Preview – 30 years in the making
Checkpoint got hands-on with Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, proving Lara still treats ancient ruins like aggressive escape rooms with very old plumbing.
Release RoundupComing Out in gaming this week — June 15, 2026
Checkpoint rounded up next week’s releases, the weekly reminder that backlogs do not die — they merely gain XP.
NewsNew Nintendo Switch Exclusive Game Dethrones Pokemon Pokopia as Highest-Rated Nintendo Game of 2026
Pokemon Pokopia got shoved off the review-score throne by another Switch exclusive, which is either democracy in action or Metacritic Mario Kart.
BusinessPalworld lawsuit nears end with Nintendo reportedly poised to gain almost nothing
Nintendo’s Palworld patent boss fight may end with less loot than a tutorial slime. Reports suggest damages could be tiny compared with the drama level.
JRPGFinal Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy’s ending was mapped out from the start
Square Enix says the FF7 Remake trilogy ending was planned early. So yes, the plot ghosts apparently had a spreadsheet.
XboxXbox reportedly given green light to fast-track new Fallout as Microsoft considers spinning off business
Fallout may be getting the fast-travel treatment inside Xbox, while Microsoft reportedly considers corporate reshuffling. Vault Boy is smiling, but probably because he owns a bunker.
Action RPGLords of the Fallen 2 showcases katanas, magic and bare-fisted combat in new gameplay
Lords of the Fallen 2 brought katanas, frost magic, axes and punching to the party. Basically, medieval violence opened a buffet.
JRPGFinal Fantasy 7 Revelation won’t feature Bone Village
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is skipping Bone Village, proving that even beloved RPG archaeology sometimes gets patched out by the story gods.
HorrorThe Coma 3: Bloodlines heading to Nintendo Switch
The Coma 3 is sneaking onto Switch with occult horror, multiple playable characters and enough school-night terror to make homework look relaxing.
Sales ChartsNintendo Switch eShop charts – June 13, 2026 – Tomodachi Life continues dominant run
Tomodachi Life is still sitting on the eShop throne like a tiny Mii emperor, with Smash and Minecraft chasing behind with snacks and swords.
Co-op GamesUnrailed 2: Back on Track launch trailer for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Unrailed 2 has rolled out its launch trailer, meaning friendship can once again be tested by trains, panic and one player absolutely not carrying enough wood.
EventsRating the June 2026 Nintendo Direct, plus which games were missing
Nintendo Everything graded the June Direct, covering the big reveals and the missing suspects. The backlog police are still investigating.
PlayStationWolverine PS5 will take you to Tokyo as part of its globe-trotting campaign
Insomniac’s Wolverine is heading to Tokyo, because apparently adamantium claws also need a passport and a bowl of ramen between fights.
PlayStationThese 7+ PS5 and PS Plus games are coming out next week, 15th-21st June
Push Square rounded up next week’s PS5 and PS Plus arrivals, because the release calendar clearly believes our wallets have regenerative health.
RacingStuntman: Hollywood PS5 gameplay is popping up online
Stuntman: Hollywood gameplay is appearing online and looking sharp, which is great news for anyone who misses driving through explosions for a living.
Co-op GamesHeave Ho 2 is coming out June 19th with free demo out now
Heave Ho 2 is swinging in with a free demo, giving players another chance to discover that physics is just comedy with gravity enabled.
Cozy GamesGo-Go Town is coming to Nintendo Switch on July 17th
Go-Go Town is heading to Switch, ready to let players build a cute town and then micromanage it like a tiny municipal overlord.
SimulationThe Wandering Village announces The Last Leviathan DLC
The Wandering Village is getting The Last Leviathan DLC, because apparently building on the back of a giant creature was not ambitious enough already.
SimulationNBA streetball, crafting with renewable energy and other new indie games worth checking out
Engadget’s indie roundup highlighted fresh smaller games, including streetball energy and renewable crafting vibes. Finally, a week where dunks and solar panels share a news cycle.
Nintendo Switch 2Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2 was 2nd most popular game during Summer Game Fest period
Ocarina of Time for Switch 2 reportedly ranked second in Summer Game Fest popularity data, proving nostalgia remains Nintendo’s most overpowered item.
EventsXbox Games Showcase June 2026 recap: every game reveal
FeatureFirst rounded up the Xbox Games Showcase reveals, the kind of list that makes Game Pass subscribers feel rich and storage drives feel terrified.
Action AdventureNew The Walking Dead video game revealed
A new Walking Dead game was revealed, because zombies may be dead, but the franchise’s respawn timer is clearly working perfectly.
Nintendo Switch 2The Last Salvage Squad brings 120 FPS robot warfare to Switch 2
The Last Salvage Squad launches June 18 with 1080p, up to 120 FPS, mouse controls and retro sci-fi FPS action on Switch 2.
Co-op GamesHeave Ho 2 grabs a July 16 date on Switch and Switch 2
Devolver Digital and Le Cartel confirmed Heave Ho 2 launches July 16 for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
JRPGAtelier Karia gets first Switch 2 details after announcement
Koei Tecmo and Gust have shared first details for Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories on Switch 2.
Legal / BusinessNintendo and Pokémon narrow Palworld lawsuit to older versions
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have amended the Palworld lawsuit scope, reportedly limiting claims to older versions of the game.
Monster CollectingDragon Quest Monsters reveals story, DLC and monster-wrangling details
Square Enix shared new Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World information covering characters, story, world, monsters and DLC.
JRPGFinal Fantasy 7 Revelation director warns streaming may hurt RPGs
Naoki Hamaguchi says game streaming culture can create a crisis for story-heavy RPGs if viewers choose watching over playing.
PlatformerSpyro: A Realm Beyond dev says fans helped make it happen
Toys for Bob says fan support helped make the new Spyro game possible after years of uncertainty around the studio.
ShooterSplatoon 3 version 11.2.0 update gets patch notes
Nintendo detailed Splatoon 3 update 11.2.0, giving players another round of balance and support before Splatoon Raiders arrives.
Tech ComparisonKingdom Hearts 3 gets Switch 2, PS5 and Steam Deck comparison
A new comparison video puts Kingdom Hearts 3 on Switch 2 against PS5 and Steam Deck versions.
Survival HorrorResident Evil Veronica will be third-person and drops the Code
Capcom has explained why the remake is called Resident Evil Veronica and confirmed its third-person direction.
ShooterStar Fox designer gets emotional over Switch 2 remake visuals
A Star Fox designer said the Switch 2 remake’s upgraded graphics made him emotional after seeing the series return.
JRPGXenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition includes Torna
Nintendo confirmed Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will include Torna: The Golden Country.
SalesLollipop Chainsaw RePOP passes 400,000 sales
Dragami Games says total sales for Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP have surpassed 400,000 units.
Action AdventureResonance: A Plague Tale Legacy shows long gameplay
Focus and Asobo released a long gameplay trailer for Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, showing combat, flashbacks and a monster encounter.
SoulslikeValor Mortis delayed to October 13 after packed September
One More Level has delayed Valor Mortis from September to October 13, citing an extremely crowded release window.
Action RPGEchoes of Aincrad gets second story trailer
Bandai Namco released a second story trailer for Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online ahead of its July launch.
Family GamesDog Man: Bark in Action announced for consoles and PC
Mindscape and Floor 84 Studio announced Dog Man: Bark in Action for PlayStation, Xbox, Switch and PC.
Survival CraftingWestlanders brings western survival management to Early Access in 2027
Westlanders will launch in PC Early Access in early 2027 with survival, crafting, building and management systems.
JRPGTrails from Zero and Trails to Azure dated for PS5 and Switch 2
Falcom’s Crossbell RPGs launch for PS5 and Switch 2 on September 10 with upgraded performance and features.
Sales ChartsFamitsu chart keeps Tomodachi Life on top as Rebirth debuts big
Famitsu’s latest Japanese chart shows Tomodachi Life still leading while Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth makes a strong Switch 2 debut.
Retro ShooterApidya’ Special launches August 25 with handmade pixel revival
ININ Games will launch Apidya’ Special on August 25, rebuilding the Amiga cult shooter with handcrafted 24-bit pixel art.
SimulationK-pop Idol Stories sets July 16 road to debut
PQube and Wisageni Studio’s idol management sim K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut launches July 16.
Action RPGKyoto Xanadu expands character details and cursed armor systems
Falcom shared new Kyoto Xanadu details covering characters, requests, cursed armor and conversation events.
Horror AdventureMousebusters comes to Switch and Xbox on June 25
Odencat’s cute-and-spooky horror adventure Mousebusters launches for Switch and Xbox One on June 25.
SalesCrimson Desert crosses six million copies sold
Pearl Abyss says Crimson Desert has surpassed six million sales since its March launch.
PlayStation PlusJune PS Plus lineup brings Sonic, Final Fantasy 16 and more
Sony’s June 2026 PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium lineup includes Sonic X Shadow Generations and Final Fantasy 16.
ShooterHalo: Campaign Evolved shows Assault on the Control Room gameplay
Halo Studios released new Halo: Campaign Evolved gameplay walkthroughs including Assault on the Control Room and a third-person Silent Cartographer demo.
RPGFable walkthrough shows shops, jobs and dangerous life choices
Playground Games released a long Fable gameplay walkthrough focused on Albion life, shops, blacksmithing and player reputation.
Action AdventureAssassin’s Creed Shadows final update arrives June 16
Ubisoft’s final Assassin’s Creed Shadows update lands June 16, with a possible Black Flag crossover tease.
Action RPGPhantom Blade Zero developer shrugs off GTA 6 timing pressure
S-GAME says it is not worrying about launching near GTA 6, choosing to focus on the game it is building.
Nintendo Switch 2Nintendo Download brings Xenoblade, To a T and Unrailed 2 to Switch 2
Nintendo’s June 11 North American eShop update is led by Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, To a T, Unrailed 2 and Sea of Stars on Switch 2.
JRPGXenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition gets its Switch 2 upgrade today
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition leads today’s North American retail lineup.
Narrative AdventureTo a T bends its way onto Switch 2 today
Keita Takahashi’s strange and charming narrative adventure To a T arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 today.
Co-op GamesUnrailed 2: Back on Track launches with fresh co-op train panic
Unrailed 2 arrives today on PS5, Switch 2, Switch and PC, turning teamwork into a railway-shaped stress test.
Life SimTales of Seikyu launches today with yokai farming and village life
ACE Entertainment’s open-world simulation RPG Tales of Seikyu launches today worldwide.
Mystery AdventureDark Auction arrives on Switch 2 with antique-room mystery energy
Dark Auction launches today on Nintendo Switch 2, adding a compact mystery adventure to the eShop lineup.
SimulationBeholder: Conductor brings dystopian train surveillance to Switch today
Beholder: Conductor arrives on Nintendo Switch today, turning train work into a moral pressure cooker.
JRPGTrails from Zero and Trails to Azure reach Switch 2 in September
NIS America and Falcom have dated the Crossbell arc’s Switch 2 versions for September 10, 2026.
Sales ChartsFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth opens second in Japan on Switch 2
Famitsu’s latest Japanese chart has Tomodachi Life still first, while Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth debuts second on Switch 2.
Retro ShooterApidya’ Special gets August 25 release date
ININ Games has dated the handcrafted 24-bit pixel remake of the Amiga cult shoot ’em up Apidya.
SimulationK-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut launches July 16
PQube and Wisageni Studio’s idol management sim now has a July 16 release date for Nintendo Switch.
Action RPGKyoto Xanadu reveals more characters and a Sena Nakiri spotlight
Falcom has shared new Kyoto Xanadu details and a Sena Nakiri character trailer ahead of the game’s July Japanese launch.
Horror AdventureMousebusters heads to Switch and Xbox on June 25
Odencat’s cute-and-spooky horror adventure Mousebusters will launch for Switch and Xbox One on June 25.
Puzzle PlatformerTurnip Mountain climbs onto Switch on July 30
JanduSoft and Luke Sanderson’s physics-based climbing adventure Turnip Mountain is coming to Nintendo Switch.
Puzzle GamesNamco Legendary Mountains launches June 25 on Switch 2, Switch and PC
The 3D puzzle game Namco Legendary Mountains now has a June 25 release date across Nintendo platforms and PC.
Anime FightingHunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact adds Zeno on June 18
Zeno Zoldyck joins Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact as a DLC character on June 18.
DeckbuilderTokyo Valkyries launches July 9 on Switch and PC
The roguelite deckbuilder Tokyo Valkyries will launch for Switch and PC on July 9.
Action AdventureDog Man: Bark in Action announced for consoles and PC
Mindscape and Floor 84 Studio have announced Dog Man: Bark in Action for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch and PC.
Survival CraftingWestlanders brings western survival management to Early Access in 2027
The western-themed open-world survival, crafting, building and management game Westlanders will launch in Early Access on PC in early 2027.
Action RPGCrimson Desert crosses six million sales since launch
Pearl Abyss says Crimson Desert has now surpassed six million sales since its March release.
PlayStation PlusSonic X Shadow Generations and Final Fantasy 16 headline June PS Plus Extra
Sony’s June PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium lineup includes Sonic X Shadow Generations, Final Fantasy 16 and more.
ShooterHalo: Campaign Evolved reveals 42 skulls and Campaign Remix
Halo Studios has detailed Halo: Campaign Evolved’s replayability systems, including 42 skulls and Campaign Remix.
Survival HorrorResident Evil Veronica clarifies Claire’s role and drops the Code
Capcom has explained why the new remake is called Resident Evil Veronica and how Claire is being handled.
RPGThe Elder Scrolls 6 is coming along well, Xbox says
Xbox leadership says The Elder Scrolls 6 is progressing well, but the reveal will only happen when the game is ready.
RPGFable promises shops, blacksmithing and criminal consequences
Playground’s new Fable gameplay details point to a deeper life-sim structure with shops, crafting and a wanted system.
BusinessXbox reportedly faces July layoffs after revenue pressure
A new report claims Xbox is preparing major layoffs after the current fiscal quarter ends.
BusinessUbisoft restructuring may affect around 380 employees
A new report says Ubisoft’s ongoing restructuring could affect hundreds of employees as cost-cutting continues.
XboxXbox outlines its ‘Next 100 Days’ reset plan
Xbox leadership has published a staff memo outlining the company’s next 100 days and broader reset strategy.
IndustryWizardry celebrates 45 years with new anniversary artwork
Drecom has unveiled the main visual for Wizardry’s 45th anniversary, created by illustrator Jun Suemi.
Release CalendarJune 11 release slate brings trains, auctions, yokai farms and classic strategy
June 11’s release calendar includes Tales of Seikyu, To a T, Dark Auction, Unrailed 2, Beholder: Conductor, Rack ’Em Up and L’Empereur.
PlayStationState of Play unloads over an hour of PS5 announcements
Sony’s June State of Play delivered more than 60 minutes of reveals, release dates and gameplay updates.
PlayStationMarvel’s Wolverine tears through State of Play with new gameplay
Insomniac showed new Marvel’s Wolverine gameplay, story details and pre-order information during State of Play.
Action AdventureGod of War Laufey officially announced with Faye in the lead
Sony Santa Monica has revealed God of War Laufey, a new PS5 entry starring Faye.
HorrorUntil Dawn 2 is coming in 2027 with a new cast
Sony has confirmed Until Dawn 2 for PS5, but the sequel follows a new standalone story and cast.
Action AdventureControl Resonant locks in a September 24 release date
Remedy’s Control sequel now has a September 24, 2026 launch date across PS5, Xbox Series and PC.
Survival HorrorSilent Hill: Townfall launches September 24 on PS5 and PC
Konami and Screen Burn Interactive have confirmed a September 24 release date for Silent Hill: Townfall.
Action RPGPhantom Blade Zero slips to October 29 for final polish
S-GAME has delayed Phantom Blade Zero from September 9 to October 29, with pre-orders coming this summer.
PlatformerRayman Legends Retold is official and launches October 1
Ubisoft has finally announced Rayman Legends Retold, a remake of the 2013 platformer.
Action RPGNo Rest for the Wicked exits Early Access in October
Moon Studios confirmed No Rest for the Wicked’s 1.0 release and PS5 version for October 2026.
Action AdventureTomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis moves to February 2027
Crystal Dynamics’ new Tomb Raider game has reportedly shifted to February 10, 2027 after new gameplay appeared.
RacingStuntman: Hollywood brings stunt-driving chaos back
Stuntman: Hollywood was announced during State of Play as a new arcade stunt-driving game.
Survival HorrorThe Lost Wild resurfaces with PS5 and PC plans
Annapurna and Great Ape Games showed The Lost Wild again at State of Play, confirming PS5 plans.
Survival HorrorILL gets a new story trailer and 2027 release window
Team Clout’s body-horror shooter ILL is now confirmed for PS5, Xbox Series and PC in 2027.
Action AdventureBancho the Chef gives Dave the Diver’s sushi master his own game
Bancho from Dave the Diver is getting his own PS5 and PC title.
Fighting GamesMarvel Tōkon reveals the Knights of Doom
Arc System Works showed Magneto, Green Goblin and Carnage for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls.
SurvivalDune: Awakening gets a September 22 PS5 launch date
Funcom’s Dune survival MMO is coming to PS5 on September 22 with a new single-player mode and improvements.
MusouDynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered launches October 1
Koei Tecmo is bringing back Dynasty Warriors 3 and Xtreme Legends in a new remastered package.
Flight CombatAce Combat 8: Wings of Theve launches October 2
Bandai Namco’s next Ace Combat game now has an October 2 release date for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series.
Nintendo Switch 2Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth launches on Switch 2 today
Square Enix’s massive RPG sequel arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 today.
Retro GamingArcade Archives Cameltry launches June 4
Hamster is bringing Taito’s 1990 maze-action game Cameltry to modern platforms on June 4.
Retro GamingFirework Thrower Kantaro joins Console Archives on Switch 2
Hamster’s next Console Archives release is Firework Thrower Kantaro’s 53 Stations of the Tokaido, launching June 4.
Mobile GamesPokémon Champions mobile release date set for June 17
Pokémon Champions will launch on iOS and Android on June 17, with pre-registration now open.
Fighting Games2XKO adds Senna on June 9
Riot Games has confirmed Senna as the next playable character for 2XKO.
Cozy GamesDisney Dreamlight Valley’s A Hero’s Journey update launches today
Disney Dreamlight Valley’s latest update is available today on Switch 2 and Switch.
NintendoNintendo Direct rumor points to mid-June showcase
A new rumor suggests Nintendo may hold a Direct by mid-June, potentially filling out the Switch 2 calendar.
EventsPlayStation State of Play airs today with Wolverine in the spotlight
Sony’s June 2 State of Play arrives today, promising over an hour of PS5 updates and a closer look at Marvel’s Wolverine.
RacingMaverick Games reveals open-world driving game Clutch
Former Forza Horizon creative director Mike Brown’s studio has announced Clutch for PS5, Xbox Series and PC.
HorrorResident Evil producer says Japan could work for a future entry
A Resident Evil producer has suggested that Japan could be a possible setting for a future game in the franchise.
BusinessPlayStation first-party sales drop raises pressure before State of Play
A new data deep dive shows PlayStation first-party sales have fallen sharply from their FY2020 peak.
PC GamingValve reportedly threatened to delist Rainbow Six Siege over pricing dispute
A new report claims Valve once threatened to remove Rainbow Six Siege from Steam after a Ubisoft pricing dispute.
Rumor / PlatformerRayman Legends: Retold screenshots and co-op details leak
New reporting claims Rayman Legends: Retold will include co-op and a free copy of Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition.
Rumor / RacingSuper Yooka-Laylee Kart page appears on SteamDB
A SteamDB page for Super Yooka-Laylee Kart has appeared, pointing toward a possible kart-racing spin-off.
Action RPGCrimson Desert DLC is officially in development
Pearl Abyss has confirmed that DLC is now in development for Crimson Desert alongside future content updates.
Action RPGCrimson Desert roadmap outlines the road to September
Pearl Abyss has shared a new Crimson Desert roadmap covering future updates through September.
Nintendo SwitchMagical Craft: My Enchanted Dress Shop gets western Switch release
Imagineer and syn Sophia will release Magical Craft: My Enchanted Dress Shop for Nintendo Switch in the west on October 2.
Action RPGFatekeeper enters Early Access today on PC
THQ Nordic and Paraglacial’s first-person action RPG Fatekeeper launches into Steam Early Access today.
SimulationBeholder: Conductor launches on PS5 and Switch
Alawar’s authoritarian train-conductor simulation Beholder: Conductor launches worldwide on PS5 and Nintendo Switch today.
JRPGScarlet Nexus passes two million shipments and digital sales
Bandai Namco says Scarlet Nexus has now topped two million combined shipments and digital sales.
Rumor / PlayStationNew Sly Cooper hints keep the revival rumor alive
Fresh teasing from Team ASOBI has added more fuel to speculation that Sly Cooper could return.
Sports GamesEA FC 26 World Cup-style mode gets official release date
EA Sports FC 26’s international tournament update has received an official release date.
Card GamesPokémon 30th Anniversary classic cards have already leaked
After the official reveal of the Pokémon 30th Anniversary TCG set, the classic card lineup has reportedly leaked.
ShooterRaji: Kaliyuga gameplay trailer shows mythic action sequel
Nodding Heads Games has released a new gameplay trailer for Raji: Kaliyuga.
Action GamesLIZARDS MUST DIE 2 heads to PS5 and Xbox Series this year
LIZARDS MUST DIE 2 is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series in 2026.
Puzzle PlatformerLIFTED launches July 22 on PC before PS5 and Switch 2
Adventure Works’ cinematic puzzle-platforming adventure LIFTED will launch for PC on July 22, with PS5 and Switch 2 versions later.
Early AccessEntropy enters Early Access on August 18
Entropy will launch into Early Access for PC on August 18.
HorrorSilver Pines launches October 8 with a PC demo now available
Silver Pines is set for an October 8 launch, and a PC demo is now available.
RogueliteEternal Palace Sakura launches this fall
Roguelite action game Eternal Palace Sakura is planned for release this fall.
Retro ActionDungeon Lurker announced as a retro roguelike action game
Dungeon Lurker has been announced for PC as a retro roguelike action game.
Nintendo SwitchTale of Dark Lands launches today on Nintendo Switch
Sometimes You and Satur Entertainment’s fantasy action game Tale of Dark Lands launches on Nintendo Switch today.
PlayStation PlusJune PlayStation Plus monthly games are available today
Grounded Fully Yoked Edition, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide join PlayStation Plus Essential today.
Nintendo Switch 2Mouse: P.I. for Hire gets version 1.0.6 update on Switch 2
Mouse: P.I. for Hire version 1.0.6 is now available on Nintendo Switch 2.
EventsBlack Voices in Gaming returns as part of Summer Game Fest week
Black Voices in Gaming returns today as a Summer Game Fest showcase highlighting Black creators worldwide.
Extraction ShooterARC Raiders tests PvE-style Rebellion map condition in China
Embark Studios appears to be testing a PvE-focused ARC Raiders map condition called Rebellion Incident in China.
Family GamesThe Cat in the Hat: Rainy Day Mayhem announced for Switch
Outright Games has announced The Cat in the Hat: Rainy Day Mayhem for Nintendo Switch, launching October 30.
Nintendo Switch 2Yoshi and the Mysterious Book has a game-breaking bug
Nintendo has identified a game-breaking Yoshi and the Mysterious Book bug and says a patch is already in development.
Sports RPGInazuma Eleven: Victory Road gets free New Kick-Off DLC on June 11
Level-5 will release the fifth free major update for Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road on June 11.
Action AdventureMina the Hollower gets launch trailer after hitting Switch 2 and Switch
Yacht Club Games has released a launch trailer for Mina the Hollower, now available on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch.
JRPGIsekai Villain heads to Switch 2 and Switch on June 5
Kemco and Exe Create are bringing Isekai Villain to Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch on June 5.
Tactical RPGDemonschool 1.10 update adds New Game+ and more quality-of-life features
Demonschool version 1.10 adds New Game+, a text log, new friendship dialogue and several major adjustments.
Physical ReleasePlatypus Reclayed gets limited physical Switch release
Super Rare Games will release a limited physical edition of Platypus Reclayed for Nintendo Switch.
Sales ChartsMina the Hollower takes number one on Switch 2 eShop
Mina the Hollower has knocked Yoshi and the Mysterious Book from the top of the Switch 2 eShop chart.
Review ScoresFamitsu gives Forza Horizon 6 a strong 37 out of 40
Famitsu’s May 31 review scores include 37 out of 40 for Forza Horizon 6 and 34 out of 40 for eFootball Kick-Off.
Hardware / StorageFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth Switch 2 file size is over 100GB
New eShop listings show Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth taking 102.5GB on Nintendo Switch 2.
Mobile / PokémonPokémon Champions dev explains limited launch roster
Producer Masaaki Hoshino says Pokémon Champions limited its roster to keep the battle environment easier to learn.
Co-op GamesUnrailed 2 gets Japanese physical release with English support
Unrailed 2 is getting a physical Switch release in Japan with English language support included.
Nintendo Switch 2Nintendo releases another wave of Switch 2 backwards compatibility fixes
Nintendo has released a new wave of backwards compatibility fixes for Switch games running on Switch 2.
PlatformerDekaDuck devs cite Mega Man X4 and Gunstar Heroes as influences
The developers of DekaDuck have explained how Mega Man X4 and Gunstar Heroes helped shape the game’s action design.
Industry HistoryFormer SEGA exec recalls Mario hugging Sonic after Dreamcast era
A former SEGA executive has recalled the symbolic moment when Mario greeted Sonic after SEGA left console hardware.
XboxXbox CEO responds to criticism over multiplatform messaging
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has responded to criticism about Xbox mentioning rival platforms during presentations.
Film / GamesMinecraft movie sequel gets title and release date
Warner Bros. has revealed the title and release date for the Minecraft movie sequel, alongside a creator-focused contest.
Sports GamesInazuma Eleven: Cross launches June 9 in Japan
Level-5’s free-to-play mobile game Inazuma Eleven: Cross will launch in Japan on June 9.
Live ServiceWuthering Waves version 3.4 launches June 8
Kuro Games will launch Wuthering Waves version 3.4, The Dream Not Dreamed, on June 8.
SurvivalSubnautica 2 sells two million copies in twelve hours
Unknown Worlds’ Early Access survival sequel has passed two million sales in just twelve hours, with over 600,000 concurrent players.
RacingForza Horizon 6 opens Premium Edition early access in Japan-set style
Playground Games’ Japan-set racer is now playable for Premium Edition owners before the full Xbox and PC launch on May 19.
RacingForza Horizon 6 respects Japan’s sacred spaces by making shrines and cherry trees indestructible
Playground Games says cherry blossom trees, temples and other cultural elements are protected from destruction in Forza Horizon 6’s Japan map.
RacingForza Horizon 6 Series 1: Welcome to Japan starts May 21
The first Festival Playlist Series begins May 21, bringing Japanese manufacturer rewards and weekly seasonal rotations.
RacingForza Horizon 6 more than doubles Forza Horizon 5’s Steam concurrent peak
Forza Horizon 6 is already outperforming Forza Horizon 5 on Steam concurrency during its Premium Edition early-access window.
Live ServiceMarathon Season 2 adds two experimental PvE modes
Bungie is adding two experimental PvE modes to Marathon in Season 2: Nightfall, as the extraction shooter searches for broader appeal.
DelistingLEGO 2K Drive will be delisted on May 19, with servers shutting down in 2027
2K has confirmed LEGO 2K Drive will be removed from digital storefronts on May 19, exactly three years after launch.
Rumor / HardwareUnannounced Xbox Elite Series 3 and Xbox Cloud Controller appear online
Images reportedly showing two new Xbox controllers have surfaced, including an Elite Series 3 and a smaller cloud-focused controller.
PlayStationPS5 beta widget shows the most-played games in your country
A new PS5 Welcome Hub beta widget shows the Top 10 most-played games and trending titles by region.
Co-op ActionGhost of Yōtei: Legends raid is the last major planned update
Sucker Punch says the Ghost of Yōtei: Legends raid completes the mode’s story and is the last major planned update.
ShooterBorderlands 4 update 1.7 adds new raid bosses and rewards
Gearbox’s next free Borderlands 4 update brings a two-phase raid boss encounter with The Subjugator and Thol the Invincible.
Action Adventure007: First Light introduces Bond mentor Greenway in new trailer
IO Interactive’s Bond origin story has a new character trailer focused on Greenway, a strategist and mentor figure.
Action AdventureAssassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced shows improved underwater gameplay
New gameplay footage highlights Black Flag Resynced’s upgraded underwater exploration, free diving and visual fidelity.
AdventureMoss: The Forgotten Relic brings Quill’s VR adventures to flat-screen platforms
Polyarc has announced Moss: The Forgotten Relic for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch and PC this summer.
Cozy GamesMomento adds Xbox Series version and launches in June
Cozy room decoration game Momento will launch in June for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch and PC.
Nintendo SwitchAngie Magica announced as a Zelda-like gourmet magical-girl adventure
Mango Protocol has announced Angie Magica for Nintendo Switch, blending action adventure, recipes and magical-girl fantasy.
Visual NovelMy Merry May with be remaster adds PS4 version for June 25
MAGES. has added a PS4 version to the My Merry May with be remaster, launching digitally alongside Switch on June 25.
SurvivalWindrose passes two million copies sold after one month
Kraken Express’ pirate survival crafting hit Windrose has sold two million copies one month after launch.
PC GamingGold Gold Adventure Gold leaves Early Access today
Can Can Can a Man’s colony simulation and reverse RPG Gold Gold Adventure Gold launches version 1.0 on Steam today.
PC GamingDark Light: Survivor enters Steam Early Access
Dark Light: Survivor launches into Early Access with roguelike survival, shattered-multiverse exploration and an introductory discount.
Retro GamingRugrats: Retro Rewind Collection launches digitally on PS5, Switch and PC
Limited Run Games’ Rugrats collection brings six classic Nickelodeon games back together on modern platforms.
Physical ReleaseKingdom Come: Deliverance Royal Edition gets PS5 and Xbox Series physical release today
Warhorse’s upgraded Kingdom Come: Deliverance Royal Edition receives a boxed PS5 and Xbox Series release today.
AdventureMidnight Swamp is coming to Nintendo Switch on May 29
Sometimes You will bring dark point-and-click adventure Midnight Swamp to Nintendo Switch later this month.
Rumor / NintendoNintendo may finally return to India with original Switch launch
A new report claims Nintendo is preparing an official original Switch launch in India, with Redington handling distribution.