{"eurogamer":[{"title":"League of Legends Classic players clash against old-school skin cosmetics, as the faithfulness of the new game mode is called into question","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/league-of-legends-classic-skins-clash","date":"Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:28:17 +0000","desc":"

League of Legends Classic has been revealed in earnest by Riot Games. A recreation of an older MOBA experience, League Classic is taking core moments from the early seasons and merging them together, though some players are already raising eyebrows at one aspect: the champion skins.

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"},{"title":"The Duskbloods' promised playtest is happening next month on Switch 2, and it sure looks like getting in will be hard","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/the-duskbloods-closed-playtest-dates","date":"Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:25:29 +0000","desc":"

The lack of news on The Duskbloods - finally ended by June's Nintendo Direct announcement of a playtest - has kept the hype for FromSoftware's next game at bay for now, but that could change as soon as next month, when players finally get a taste of what the studio has been cooking.

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"},{"title":"Denshattack! review","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/denshattack-review","date":"Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:40 +0000","desc":"

What do Jet Set Radio, the PS1-era Tony Hawk's games, Hi-Fi Rush, and OlliOlli all have in common? Well, aside from being clear influences on Denshattack!, they are all cult classics: games that remain relevant, popular, and influential way beyond their respective eras. And it looks like they've got another stablemate in Undercoders' unlikely arcade grind-'em-up. Because this game is incredible.

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"},{"title":"GoldenEye-inspired FPS Agent 64: Spies Never Die finally locks a release date, and it's not far away","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/agent-64-release-date-trailer","date":"Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:21:08 +0000","desc":"

In this day and age, many indie games use \"Remember the thing?\" as their main hook even if the nostalgia-fuelled gameplay ends up feeling miserable, and while the GoldenEye-inspired FPS Agent 64: Spies Never Die wears its influences proudly, there's more to it based on my time with its Steam demo. Soon, we'll be able to play the full thing.

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"},{"title":"Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced studio Ubisoft Barcelona goes on three-day strike in protest of layoffs","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/ubisoft-barcelona-strike-july-2026","date":"Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:05:01 +0000","desc":"

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is off to a roaring start, with Ubisoft trumpeting 2m copies sold on launch day alone. But despite its success, Ubisoft Barcelona - one of the studios involved in its development - is still facing layoffs, and workers are currently staging a three-day strike in protest.

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"},{"title":"Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced enjoys the best launch of any AC game on Steam, making avast sum of money there","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/assassins-creed-black-flag-resynced-steam-launch-data","date":"Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:56:00 +0000","desc":"

It's clear by now that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has been a success for Ubisoft, even though that's inexplicably resulted in the publisher laying off many of the developers that made it possible. A tally of 2m copies sold on launch day is an impressive number, and new data underlines just how big the launch has actually been on Steam.

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"},{"title":"Dead Space series co-creator and industry veteran Glen Schofield announces his retirement in emotional video","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/glen-schofield-retiring-after-35-years","date":"Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:29:03 +0000","desc":"

Glen Schofield, the former co-founder of Sledgehammer Games and co-creator of Dead Space, has announced his retirement from game development. Schofield broke the news in an emotional video on his LinkedIn page, in which he recalled a storied career helping bring iconic games to life and working alongside many talented people for over 35 years.

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"},{"title":"\"I don't know how anyone remaining at Xbox Studios can feel safe\" - New report reveals environment of uncertainty and fear, and a \"staggering\" loss of institutional knowledge","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/xbox-cuts-report-staggering-loss-fear","date":"Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:41:27 +0000","desc":"

A new report based on testimonies of people affected by Microsoft's recent cuts to the Xbox division has painted a picture of secrecy, disarray and anger, and of a company left reeling as further layoffs loom.

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"},{"title":"The rumoured Resident Evil 1 Remake reportedly entered pre-production last year","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/resident-evil-1-remake-pre-production-rumour","date":"Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:15:46 +0000","desc":"

The rumoured Resident Evil 1 Remake is back in the news again, thanks to new information from a longtime insider. Dusk Golem, a noted horror game and Resident Evil leaker, shared an update on their social media about the state of the project.

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"},{"title":"According to a poll, Generative AI is being used by a whopping 100% of Japanese online game developers, as copyright infringement concerns climb","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/generative-ai-100-percent-japanese-online-game-developers","date":"Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:18:53 +0000","desc":"

A new report on the Japanese Online game industry has shown that 100 percent of polled developers are currently using generative AI.

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"},{"title":"Battlefield 6 is bringing back a feature we've not seen since Battlefield 2, and teasing a fitting Top Gun collab alongside it","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/battlefield-6-season-4-reveal-trailer-new-jets-top-gun-tease","date":"Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:33:39 +0000","desc":"

Battlefield Studios has released our first look at Season 4 in Battlefield 6. This new trailer arrives a week ahead of Season 4's launch on 21st July, and shows plenty to be excited about.

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"},{"title":"Marvel Rivals players are airing their frustrations over Season 9's excessive \"visual clutter\" and other issues making it difficult to enjoy","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/marvel-rivals-season-9-player-feedback","date":"Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:25:57 +0000","desc":"

Marvel Rivals has only been around for 18 months or so, but already we've reached Season 9. And with it comes a narrative arc focusing on Marvel characters like Apocalypse, perfectly timed to coincide with X-Men '97's season two. Marvel's Rivals also welcomed fireworks-throwing mutant Jubilee a few days ago, and while many players are digging the new hero, the update that introduced her has been heavily criticised by fans.

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"},{"title":"My Chemical Romance's Gerard Way hasn't played Baldur's Gate 3 yet, but he still made some time during a concert to discuss it with fans","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/my-chemical-romance-gerard-way-on-baldurs-gate-3","date":"Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:05:14 +0000","desc":"

As we await news on Baldur's Gate 4 (if it does happen), Baldur's Gate 3 remains a top tier RPG people seemingly can't get enough of. My Chemical Romance singer and songwriter Gerard Way - who's also a comic book writer - hasn't gotten to Larian's latest yet, though.

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"},{"title":"As feared, those new Call of Duty Black Ops 1 and 2 ports are riddled with hackers, but Activision is at least doing something about it","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/call-of-duty-black-ops-1-2-ps4-ps5-ports-hacked-lobbies","date":"Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:32:12 +0000","desc":"

The recently released Black Ops 1 and 2 ports for PlayStation 4 and 5 may cost a lot of money, and only offer the bare minimum, but that hasn't stopped the duo from becoming the most popular games across the PS Store. Unfortunately, that popularity predictably invited the sort of problems the two games have suffered for years on their original platforms. Namely: hackers and modded lobbies.

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"},{"title":"\"It's already exceeding our expectations on Switch 2\" - Dragon's Dogma 2 Dark Arisen already running at '30fps and higher' on Nintendo handheld","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/dragons-dogma-2-switch-2-development","date":"Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000","desc":"

Later this year, we're going to see Capcom's incredible and immersive RPG, Dragon's Dogma 2, arrive on the Switch 2, alongside a massive new expansion called Dark Arisen. Given the game was subject to plenty of criticism for how it ran on both console and PC at launch back in 2024, the fact it can run on Nintendo's hardware at all feels like nothing short of a miracle. But it's not the first Capcom game to turn heads when arriving on Switch 2: Pragmata and Resident Evil Requiem both run flawlessly on the console, and even Monster Hunter Wilds is confirmed to launch on the device soon.

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"},{"title":"A delayed next generation of consoles is \"better for us\", says The Blood of Dawnwalker director, as price rises continue to plague the industry","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/next-gen-console-delay-blood-of-dawnwalker-developer","date":"Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:29:13 +0000","desc":"

Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, the director of promising vampire-themed role-playing The Blood of Dawnwalker - and previously director of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - has said a delayed next-generation of consoles would be \"better\" for a studio like his.

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"},{"title":"Users flock to Xbox Player Voice portal to ask for an end to cycle of layoffs","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/xbox-player-voice-portal-layoffs-discussion","date":"Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:59:46 +0000","desc":"

The Xbox Player Voice portal was launched back in May, giving users the opportunity to easily share their thoughts on Xbox and wishes for the future. This came after new CEO Asha Sharma promised a \"return of Xbox\" when taking over. Following the announcement of 3,200 layoffs and four studio departures, some players are understandably worried and frustrated, and that's now having an effect on the Reddit-like platform.

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"},{"title":"Sony faces an anti-trust complaint in Mexico over ending PlayStation physical media","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/sony-killing-discs-anti-trust-complaint-mexico","date":"Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:46:14 +0000","desc":"

The cascade of events following Sony's decision to end PlayStation disc manufacturing by January 2028 continues. The company will soon face a formal complaint from representatives in Mexico, who believe the decision constitutes anti-competitive and anti-consumer behavior.

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"},{"title":"Days after leaving Xbox, South of Midnight developer Compulsion Games broadcasts that it's looking for work","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/compulsion-games-looking-for-work-xbox-cuts","date":"Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:14:29 +0000","desc":"

Just days after Compulsion Games bought back its independence from Microsoft as part of Xbox's mass layoffs, the studio - facing the realities of going it alone - is already on the hunt for new work opportunities.

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"},{"title":"New rumours suggest Nintendo could be looking into upgrading the Switch 2 with an OLED screen","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/nintendo-switch-2-oled-rumours","date":"Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:41:06 +0000","desc":"

Rumours of Switch 2 upgrades continue to pour in following talk of Nintendo looking to upgrade the console's LCD panel. Now, a major Korean technology website is claiming serious talks are underway at the Japanese giant about exploring the possibility of an OLED model.

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"},{"title":"Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 needs its own version of Black Ops 7's Classic mode or it risks sidelining its oldest and most loyal fans","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4-learn-from-black-ops-7-classic-mode","date":"Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:30:10 +0000","desc":"

It may have taken me a while to admit it - and I certainly pushed back for a time, but I worry I am getting too old for Call of Duty. Not the series as a whole; I find a lot of entertainment in the ooh-rah campaigns, and I am especially fond of the gameplay and engine evolutions of some of Activision's post-Modern Warfare 2019 efforts. I dabble in Zombies here and there, and I'm happy to play whatever supplementary third mode is on offer in any given year, but I struggle to spend any longer in multiplayer than it takes me to reach the level cap. And I don't think it's just a 'me' problem, either.

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"},{"title":"Kingdom Hearts will have a big presence at a Disney fan event next month, but you probably shouldn't get too excited about Kingdom Hearts 4","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/kingdom-hearts-d23-event-retrospective-25-years","date":"Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:56:52 +0000","desc":"

Kingdom Hearts will be making a big appearance at the upcoming D23 Disney fan event in California next month, though those holding out hope for a lengthy Kingdom Hearts 4 reveal or two should probably not hold their breath.

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"},{"title":"\"I have what it takes to continue this series' legacy\" Hideaki Itsuno may have left Capcom, but Dragon's Dogma 2's new director reckons the RPG is still in good hands","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/dragons-dogma-2-dark-arisen-itsuno-future","date":"Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:21:14 +0000","desc":"

In August 2024, Dragon's Dogma 2 director Hideaki Itsuno left Capcom after \"30 years and five months\" at the Japanese publisher. The legendary developer, responsible for creating Dragon's Dogma and championing the Devil May Cry franchise, is practically synonymous with the former. It's a well-known story that he originally conceived of the game around the time he was working on Devil May Cry in the early 2000s, and had to fight hard for time and budget when preparing the launch of the original Dragon's Dogma game in 2012. In many ways, the 2024 launch of Dragon's Dogma 2 felt like coming good on a promise nearly two decades in the making.

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"},{"title":"Halo Studios reportedly cancels Halo multiplayer project Ekur, which had customisable Spartans and Elites and large player battles","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/halo-studios-project-ekur-cancelled-certain-affinity","date":"Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:20:54 +0000","desc":"

Halo Studios has reportedly cancelled a multiplayer project called Ekur, in a move that seems to align with the wide-ranging Xbox cuts announced last week.

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"},{"title":"Games Done Quick announces and then quickly cancels SNK-sponsored stream because of company's Saudi ownership","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/games-done-quick-cancels-snk-sponsored-stream","date":"Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:57:48 +0000","desc":"

Summer Games Done Quick 2026 is now over, and while it's been a grand time as usual, one of the group's post-event streams - dedicated to celebrating Metal Slug's 30th anniversary - was ended early after many viewers expressed disappointment due to developer-publisher SNK's ties to the Saudi-owned Electronic Gaming Development Company.

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"},{"title":"Dragon's Dogma 2 devs on the big fast travel U-turn, and wanting to \"win back the trust\" of RPG fans with the Dark Arisen DLC","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/dragons-dogma-2-dark-arisen-interview-performance-microtransactions","date":"Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000","desc":"

There have been rumours about a Dragon's Dogma 2 expansion since earlier this year. The fascinating game was well-received by critics, but as the public got to experience it, the conversation sadly turned away from how unique its hardcore systems were, and instead fixated on its terrible technical performance. Now, as producer Naoto Oyama and director Kenta Kinoshita get ready for the launch of the Dark Arisen DLC in October, they reflect on the original launch of the game - and how the arrival of a suite of new updates for Dragon's Dogma 2 lay the foundations for what's to come.

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"},{"title":"Nintendo's next Lego set looks to be a retro Donkey Kong arcade machine","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/lego-donkey-kong-arcade-machine-set-leaked","date":"Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:55:18 +0000","desc":"

Lego and Nintendo's collaborations have been among the most eye-catching and sought-after in recent years. From little Super Mario builds, to a near-perfect replica of the original Game Boy, to complex Pokémon sets, collectors are clearly lapping up the 'brickified' versions of Nintendo icons. And perhaps the most ambitious one may be around the corner.

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"},{"title":"Amid Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced furore, Ubisoft's latest financial report removes widely mocked claim microtransactions make games \"more fun\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/ubisoft-microtransactions-fun-claim-black-flag-resynced","date":"Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:42:16 +0000","desc":"

Did you know that microtransactions make games more fun? That might seem like a dubious statement, but it was one Ubisoft was more than happy to put its name to last year. However, it appears the company might have learned a lesson from the pushback it subsequently endured across the internet: as complaints around the newly released Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's microtransactions make headlines, it's been noticed Ubisoft's widely mocked \"more fun\" sentiment is conspicuously absent from its latest financial report.

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"},{"title":"The 'Classic' nostalgia trend continues as League of Legends Classic gets a release date and the promise of player-voted patches","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/league-of-legends-classic-release-date-details","date":"Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:27:19 +0000","desc":"

We know Riot Games is remaking League of Legends in 2027, but the 16-year-old MOBA is also getting a nostalgic throwback 'Classic' release, and now we have a release date for it.

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"},{"title":"Expensive and pointless? Black Ops 1 and 2 PS4 and PS5 ports cost a lot of money and barely offer any upgrades over the originals","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/call-of-duty-black-ops-1-2-ps4-ps5-ports-high-price-lack-of-features","date":"Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:23:13 +0000","desc":"

The promised PlayStation 4 and 5 ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 have arrived. But unfortunately, these updated releases have left players disappointed at the quality offered for the price. Activision is charging £35 ($40) for each Black Ops re-release, meaning a total of £70 ($80) if you want both. These prices do not include their DLC packs, either, which is unusual given how most game re-releases these days typically come with all associated content bundled in.

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"},{"title":"Xbox cuts \"not the end\" for The Elder Scrolls Online, insists ZeniMax, despite a drastic reduction in size","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/the-elder-scrolls-online-xbox-layoffs-roadmap","date":"Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:13:04 +0000","desc":"

Last week's sweeping Xbox layoffs have affected The Elder Scrolls Online studio ZeniMax Online, a studio that had already faced cuts a year ago. This has reignited fears amongst the community that the game is being moved into 'maintenance mode', in which no substantial new adventures or updates will be developed for it.

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"},{"title":"Palworld barges Dota 2 aside as PC player counts skyrocket following the game's 1.0 release","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/palworld-player-count-launch-weekend","date":"Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:37:54 +0000","desc":"

After a long wait, Palworld has finally hit 1.0 on PC and consoles, and while it hasn't managed to replicate its massive 2.1m concurrent player peak from early 2024, it's currently one of the most played games on Steam.

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"},{"title":"Despite having an offline mode, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced was unplayable when Ubisoft Connect went down","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/assassins-creed-black-flag-resynced-ubisoft-connect-outage-offline-mode","date":"Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:04:57 +0000","desc":"

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced might have delivered one of the biggest launches in series history, but it sadly hasn't fixed age-old issues with Ubisoft's PC ports. Over the weekend, the DRM and social-related layer of the game, Ubisoft Connect, suffered an outage, knocking the game offline on PC.

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"},{"title":"Summer Games Done Quick 2026 raises another $2.4 million for Doctors Without Borders","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/sgdq-2026-raises-24-m","date":"Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:24:43 +0000","desc":"

Summer Games Done Quick (SGDQ) 2026 has finished up raising another $2.4 million (£1.8m) for Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières.

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"},{"title":"Steam's \"no questions asked\" refund policy makes it \"super easy for players to abuse this rule\", says indie developer","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/indie-dev-steam-refund-policy","date":"Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:03:57 +0000","desc":"

An indie developer who says they have had to refund 55,000 sales allegedly due to Steam's two-hour refund policy said it \"should not be possible\" for players to be refunded for games they leave positive reviews for.

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"},{"title":"God of War Laufey studio hints at 2027 release window following tweet that assures players it \"will be available on disc\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/god-of-war-laufey-disc-confirmed","date":"Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:18:51 +0000","desc":"

We may not know the precise release date of the upcoming God of War Laufey, but a new tweet suggests we'll get it before the end of 2027.

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"},{"title":"Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls' single-player Episode Modes have been written by legendary writer, Kieron Gillen","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/marvel-tokon-fighting-souls-episode-modes-kieron-gillen","date":"Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:53:41 +0000","desc":"

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls' single-player mode, Episode Mode, has been written by legendary comic writer and former games journalist, Kieron Gillen.

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"},{"title":"Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis actor wraps up \"on the last official session\" of recording","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/tomb-raider-legacy-of-atlantis-wraps-recording","date":"Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:23:34 +0000","desc":"

Alix Wilton Regan, the new voice behind Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog's new Lara Croft, has confirmed she has finished up recording for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis.

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"},{"title":"The Descent - how game devs learned to love ladders","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/the-descent-how-game-devs-learned-to-love-ladders","date":"Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:30:00 +0000","desc":"

Before Xbox closed Arkane Austin, the studio had 20 design philosophies plastered on its walls. One read, succinctly, \"Fuck ladders.\"

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"},{"title":"Warframe's next major update blends Blade Runner, The Sopranos, and film noir in a whole new solar system, coming later this year","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/warframe-tau-tennocon-reveal-blade-runner-sopranos","date":"Sat, 11 Jul 2026 22:22:20 +0000","desc":"

Digital Extremes has wrapped up this year's Tennocon Live event with a massive reveal trailer for Warframe's next major update: Warframe: Tau. This update brings players to a Blade Runner and Sopranos-inspired locale, and tackles themes of addiction and its dangers head-on.

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"},{"title":"\"This is our Spider-Man 3\" - Soulfame's Warsong update adds \"edgelord\" progression path later this year","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/soulframe-warsong-trailer-spiderman-3-edgy-mount-fishing","date":"Sat, 11 Jul 2026 21:27:08 +0000","desc":"

Digital Extremes has revealed a lenghty new gameplay trailer for its fantasy action game Soulframe. It's next major update - Warsong - adds a new quest. It'll also come with rideable mounts and \"vegan\" fishing.

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"},{"title":"id Software insists in new statement that it still has \"the crew we need to build the games and tech we're known for\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/id-software-can-still-build-games","date":"Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:01:00 +0000","desc":"

id Software has posted a brief statement on social media, thanking players and well-wishers \"for the support\" and insisting that despite the recent job cuts, \"we still have the crew we need to build the games.\"

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"},{"title":"Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced opens to 2 million sales on launch day","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/assassins-creed-black-flag-resynced-2-million-sales","date":"Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:32:39 +0000","desc":"

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is off to a \"strong start\", selling two million copies on launch day.

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"},{"title":"\"I sued their asses and won!\" Gamer wins legal battle to get hacked Xbox account back after they were told to rebuy all their digital games","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/court-demands-xbox-restore-suspended-hacked-account","date":"Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:04:22 +0000","desc":"

Xbox has lost a legal battle in Brazil after a gamer \"sued their asses and won\" for suspending their account, along with all of their digital games, after it was hacked.

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"},{"title":"EU admits it cannot stop Sony killing physical discs – \"companies are free to offer games and services in the manner that they see fit\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/eu-cannot-stop-sony-killing-physical-discs","date":"Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:10:55 +0000","desc":"

The European Union has confirmed it cannot prevent Sony from scrapping physical discs, stating \"companies are free to offer games and services in the manner that they see fit\".

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"},{"title":"Obsidian game director reacts to people \"spouting off\" about the studio and how it's not what it \"used to be\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/obsidian-director-disputes-studio-not-what-it-used-to-be","date":"Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:33:09 +0000","desc":"

A director at Obsidian Entertainment has shared their thoughts about the \"extremely difficult week\" at the studio, stressing how hard it's been to see \"a bunch of cold take artists coming out of the woodwork\" and \"spouting off\" about \"what Obsidian is or what it isn't\".

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"},{"title":"As Criterion rebrands on its 30th anniversary, are its beloved racing franchises like Burnout falling away in the rearview mirror?","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/criterion-racing-games-battlefield-6-burnout","date":"Sat, 11 Jul 2026 09:30:00 +0000","desc":"

Criterion, a legendary UK development studio, is going through something of a re-brand. Its legacy is built upon a foundation of classics, Burnout Paradise and Star Wars: Battlefront to name but a few. However these days, it now finds itself one of many Battlefield Studios, a collective of separate studios all collaborating on EA's premier military shooter.

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"},{"title":"What we've been playing - \"I can't sit and do nothing other than melt into my sofa\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/what-weve-been-playing-melt-into-my-sofa","date":"Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +0000","desc":"

Hello and welcome back to our regular feature where we write a little about the games we've been playing. This week, everyone's hot again. Nice of you to notice, Bertie. Kelsey's getting into embroidery with Silksong providing artistic inspiration; Bertie's banging on about the time system in The Blood of Dawnwalker; Marie's got a crush on Death; and Matt thinks he's found an ingenious bit of fourth-wall breaking in a game.

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"},{"title":"\"Just too gay\" - Robert Yang is battling censorship to launch a collection of his award-winning games on Steam and Itch, and it's completely free","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/robert-yang-radiator-forever-collection-steam-itch-free","date":"Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:50:45 +0000","desc":"

Robert Yang, the award-winning designer behind the likes of The Tearoom and Rinse and Repeat, is battling increasingly restrictive rules adopted by digital storefronts to launch an \"ongoing re-remaster\" compilation of his short experimental games. It's called Radiator Forever and is available now for free - although it might take a bit of hunting to find it.

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"},{"title":"As Xbox and PlayStation flounder, Steam is reportedly having another record year","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/valve-steam-revenue-2026-record","date":"Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:52:57 +0000","desc":"

Valve's PC storefront Steam continues to go from strength to strength. In the first half of 2026, it recorded its highest-ever results, generating an enormous $11.1bn in revenue, which is more than it made during the game-heavy end of last year, and considerably more than it made during the first half of 2025.

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"},{"title":"Xbox needs to make a choice, says former PlayStation leader Shawn Layden: be a publisher or a platform, but you can't be both","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/xbox-asha-sharma-shawn-layden-playstation","date":"Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:08:06 +0000","desc":"

Few people know more about helping run a successful console business than Shawn Layden. He was there at Sony when the PlayStation dream was first dreamt, and over the course of three decades he helped realise it and shape it. He was there for PlayStation 1, 2, 3, and 4. He helped lead the Japanese side of the business, the American side of the business, the European side of the business. By the time he left in 2019, Layden was overseeing the company's 13-strong roster of first-party studios. He knew the console business inside out.

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"},{"title":"\"We mean business\" - Bethesda union members to march in protest of sweeping Xbox job cuts","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/xbox-layoffs-bethesda-union-protest-plans","date":"Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:52:02 +0000","desc":"

Bethesda Game Studios union workers have announced plans to protest the recent mass layoffs impacting Microsoft's Xbox division, telling members, \"The company wants us to accept this as a done deal and quietly disappear. We won't let that happen.\"

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"},{"title":"\"My 'Microsoft will probably be a good steward of the brand' statement isn't aging well\" - id Software co-founder John Carmack speaks out after devastating Xbox layoffs","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/xbox-layoffs-id-software-john-carmack","date":"Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:02:56 +0000","desc":"

John Carmack, the co-founder of legendary Doom and Quake developer id Software, has shared his thoughts on the reported \"bloodbath\" of layoffs at his former studio, following Xbox's devastating \"restructuring\".

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"},{"title":"\"It was like being back in 2016\" Pokémon Go celebrates 10th anniversary by recreating the original trailer's Times Square Mewtwo raid","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/pokemon-go-10th-anniversary-mewtwo-times-square","date":"Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:54:27 +0000","desc":"

Last night Pokémon Go celebrated its 10th anniversary by fulfilling the final promise of the game's original trailer: giving players the chance to battle Mewtwo in Times Square.

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"},{"title":"\"No thanks!\" - Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake Resynced being review bombed on Steam for single-player microtransactions","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/assassins-creed-black-flag-resynced-steam-review-bomb-dlc","date":"Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:26:46 +0000","desc":"

The remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag, Resynced, is off to a flying start. Before it even launched, the game was already on track to out-perform,Assassin's Creed Shadows, pulling in \"roughly $14m in gross revenue\" for publisher Ubisoft. Not bad!

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"},{"title":"Xbox leader Asha Sharma has joined a US government task force for employment, days after announcing restructuring that has left thousands of people without jobs","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/asha-sharma-xbox-us-government-employment-task-force","date":"Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:12:22 +0000","desc":"

After spearheading a restructuring of Xbox that resulted in 3200 job losses, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has been asked to be an advisor to the US Federal Reserve for Productivity and Jobs, where she will seemingly lead a task force related to, ironically, employment.

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"},{"title":"Dragon Age creator reckons the series is dead following Veilguard flop, but that doesn't mean he wouldn't have another go at it if given the chance","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/dragon-age-future-david-gaider-bioware","date":"Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:36:46 +0000","desc":"

Following the poor commercial performance of 2024's Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Dragon Age creator David Gaider has said he believes developer BioWare's beloved fantasy RPG series is likely dead. But if some twist of fate ever meant he had the opportunity to work on a new one - despite no longer being at BioWare - he'd be interested in taking it in a \"dark and dangerous\" direction, and do with it \"things that will make people upset\".

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"},{"title":"Bungie gives Destiny 2 players a final farewell gift as the game enters maintenance mode","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/destiny-2-farewell-gift-emblem-final-update","date":"Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:04:43 +0000","desc":"

Destiny 2 developer Bungie surprised fans earlier this week with something of a farewell gift. The developer posted a code on X that players can redeem on Bungienet to claim a free emblem.

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"},{"title":"Games are almost always cheaper in shops, says new report, just as Sony announces an end to PlayStation discs and brings retailers' futures into question","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/retail-shop-games-cheaper-report-sony-ending-playstation-discs","date":"Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:51:19 +0000","desc":"

Earlier this month, Sony announced that it's ending manufacturing of physical PlayStation discs beginning January 2028. The shocking decision means future releases, both from Sony Interactive Entertainment and every other publisher on the planet, will only be available in digital formats.

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"},{"title":"Fallout's second season has been nominated for more Emmys, even if it's significantly fewer than last time","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/fallout-tv-show-emmy-nominations-2026","date":"Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:33:56 +0000","desc":"

Season two of Amazon's live-action Fallout adaptation might have been a bit of a divisive one, but that hasn't stopped it from being showered with another bunch of nominations ahead of this year's prestigious Emmy Awards. In total, Fallout's second TV outing has made it in nine categories - a decent clutch, even if it's significantly less than the 16 nominations it got for season one.

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"},{"title":"Even The Elder Scrolls 6 is affected by Xbox layoffs, say Bethesda employees, as \"key\" people are let go and morale bottoms out","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/elder-scrolls-6-morale-bethesda-xbox-layoffs","date":"Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:33:05 +0000","desc":"

The impact of this week's massive wave of Xbox layoffs on individual projects and teams is starting to become clear. The latest revelation comes from multiple staff at Bethesda, who have told IGN they expect a \"substantial and cascading effect\" on the long in-development Elder Scrolls 6.

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"},{"title":"Sony, Bungie settle with ex-Marathon director they accused of \"predatory behaviour\", bringing $200m wrongful dismissal lawsuit to a close","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/sony-bungie-marathon-director-lawsuit-settled","date":"Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:51:17 +0000","desc":"

Ex-Marathon director Christopher Barrett has announced a settlement has been reached with Sony and Bungie, after he sued both companies for wrongful dismissal, claiming they had \"deliberately destroyed [his] reputation by falsely, and publicly, insinuating...he had engaged in sexual misconduct.\"

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"},{"title":"Doom and Quake studio id Software reportedly gutted, leaving standalone capabilities in doubt and newly revealed game ideas dead","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/doom-quake-studio-id-software-gutted-xbox-cuts-game-ideas","date":"Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:23:27 +0000","desc":"

A clearer picture of how hard id Software has been hit by Microsoft's drastic Xbox restructuring is beginning to emerge, and it has been hit very hard indeed.

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"},{"title":"Fallout: New Vegas studio Obsidian reportedly moved onto a new Fallout game by Xbox, but at the cost of a sequel to Avowed","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/fallout-new-vegas-studio-obsidian-no-avowed-sequel","date":"Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:19:35 +0000","desc":"

Days after Microsoft's devastating 3200 job cuts at Xbox, the true scope of the redundancies is becoming clearer. Obsidian Entertainment, which reportedly lost a quarter of its staff in the cuts, has had its priorities shifted too.

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"},{"title":"\"A hammer blow for games retail\" - Experts weigh in on PlayStation's discless future, and the impact it will have on traditional game stores","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/playstation-shift-to-digital-physical-game-retailers-expert","date":"Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000","desc":"

Last week, Sony announced that in January 2028, large-scale production of physical discs for new games would cease. This sent waves throughout the industry, raising questions about what it meant for other console manufacturers, game preservation, and more.

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"},{"title":"There are apparently going to be \"changes\" to one of Persona 4 Revival's most important characters, but what exactly does that mean?","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/persona-4-revival-yosuke-changes","date":"Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:20:10 +0000","desc":"

After a long period of not knowing much about the upcoming remake, Persona 4 Revival, we last month finally learned that Atlus' re-do of one of its most popular games is launching on 18th February on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. But the game isn't a straight one-to-one remake of the 2008 RPG. Similarly to Persona 3 Reload, it will see differences to the source material.

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"},{"title":"Brutal Soulslike Mortal Shell 2 chooses violence, sets release date in the 2026 August traffic jam","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mortal-shell-2-august-release-date","date":"Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:43:23 +0000","desc":"

Mortal Shell 2, the inventive Soulslike RPG from developer Cold Symmetry, has an official release date. The game will arrive 20th August on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. While Mortal Shell 2 has always been set for release this year, its release window was the biggest mystery.

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"},{"title":"17 years later, Minecraft is finally adding somewhere to sit","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/minecraft-preview-update-cushion","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:15:25 +0000","desc":"

You might want to sit down for this one. Some 17 years after its release, Minecraft is finally adding somewhere for weary adventurers to rest their flagging posteriors: cushions are now available as part of the survival blockbuster's latest preview build, with a full release planned for later this year.

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"},{"title":"\"Dracula is King of England\" - New immersive sim Vampirium: 1997 announced by Tron: Catalyst and Thomas Was Alone developer Bithell Games","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/vampirium-1997-bithell-games-announced","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:51:11 +0000","desc":"

Bithell Games - the developer of Tron: Catalyst, John Wick Hex and Thomas Was Alone - has revealed a new minimalist immersive vampire sim called Vampirium: 1997.

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"},{"title":"Palworld developer Pocketpair decides not to raise the open-world survival game's price tag as it nears a 1.0 launch later this week","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/palworld-full-release-price","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:48:11 +0000","desc":"

Legal battles with Nintendo aside, open-world survival game Palworld has enjoyed tons of success since it was launched back in January 2024 into early access. After more than two years of updates, it's been confirmed it'll hit 1.0 this Friday, 10th July. Forget about a price increase though.

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"},{"title":"Doom's new Chain Spear weapon seems to be dividing The Dark Ages' audience - \"I'm like an hour in and I can't wait to get the shield back\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/doom-the-dark-ages-revelations-spear-reactions","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:19:40 +0000","desc":"

Only a few weeks after Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations was revealed to the world, Xbox has made deep cuts to developer id Software that could change the studio and their games forever. But for now, players seem to be enjoying the expansion - albeit for one divisive new weapon.

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"},{"title":"Workers at MindsEye studio protesting controversial fan event this weekend after multiple rounds of layoffs","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mindseye-build-a-rocket-boy-protests-fan-event","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:38 +0000","desc":"

UPDATE 9TH JULY, 10AM BST: Following the publication of this story, a Build a Rocket Boy spokesperson reached out with the following statement:

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"},{"title":"Subnautica 2 isn't backing down on fish murder, but you can at least stun them now thanks to its first major update","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/subnautica-2-adaptive-measures-stun-fish","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:36:14 +0000","desc":"

Subnautica 2's early access journey reaches a new milestone today as developer Unknown Worlds releases the underwater survival sequel's first major update. It's notable in a number of respects; not least because it adds the ability to stun fish - which, while far from the all-out fish murder some players have been begging for, does at least provide a new defensive option for getting out of sticky situations.

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"},{"title":"Arc Raiders introduces separate Solo, Duo and Trio tracking so you can be friendly in one and a rat in the others","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/arc-raiders-new-matchmaking-playstyle-tracking-patch-1-36-0","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:29:09 +0000","desc":"

Arc Raiders is evolving its matchmaking behaviour yet again. The game's latest update introduced a feature players have long requested. Patch 1.36.0, available now across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox allows the game to track your playstyle separately for its different matchmaking pools: Solo, Duo, and Trio.

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"},{"title":"Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced hasn't set sail yet, but it's already doing better than Shadows on Steam","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/assassins-creed-black-flag-resynced-early-sales-shadows","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:01:09 +0000","desc":"

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced isn't even out yet - Edward Kenway makes his long-awaited return tomorrow, 9th July - but it's already on track to perform better than last year's Assassin's Creed Shadows.

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"},{"title":"The retreat from mobile games continues as Mario Kart Tour and Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis will be taken offline later this year","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mobile-games-mario-kart-tour-ff7-ever-crisis-shut-down","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:32:53 +0000","desc":"

There seems to be a retreat from mobile adaptations of big gaming brands underway. From Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile being shut down to Sony heavily downsizing mobile operations, the gold rush for ambitious big-IP adaptations is declining. And now, Nintendo and Square Enix are following a similar path.

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"},{"title":"You can complete medieval vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker even quicker than previously thought - before even the prologue ends","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/blood-of-dawnwalker-beat-game-prologue-brencis","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:32:09 +0000","desc":"

You can finish medieval vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker even sooner than previously thought: it isn't just possible to end the game after the prologue, you can do it in the prologue too. (Beware, there are some prologue spoilers ahead.)

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"},{"title":"Microsoft is reportedly considering making more of its first-party games exclusive to Xbox","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/microsoft-making-more-xbox-games-exclusive-to-give-reason-to-buy-the-console","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:08:31 +0000","desc":"

More of Microsoft's future first-party titles may become Xbox exclusives, according to a new report. The company is said to be interested in giving customers a reason to choose Xbox consoles over other brands.

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"},{"title":"The upcoming Call of Duty: Black Ops PlayStation re-releases seemingly drop a few fondly remembered features","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/call-of-duty-black-ops-1-2-playstation-re-releases-trophy-leak-missing-content","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:24:54 +0000","desc":"

We're likely closer than ever to the launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 re-releases on PlayStation, because their Trophy lists have appeared online. This typically happens days before a game becomes available.

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"},{"title":"Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced review","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/assassins-creed-black-flag-resynced-review","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000","desc":"

Are you familiar with the Ship of Theseus? It is an ancient philosophical thought experiment about whether an object is the same thing once all of its constituent parts have been replaced. It is a paradox, a fun poke at themes of identity and continuity, and greater minds than mine have attempted to answer the riddle through philosophical, mathematical, and metaphysical lenses. But today, I am going to apply the question to Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced.

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"},{"title":"It's only in Europe where Nintendo is discontinuing Switch 1, and likely to do with the Right to Repair laws we have here","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/nintendo-switch-1-sales-continue-globally-europe-discontinuation","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:59:12 +0000","desc":"

Nintendo has confirmed the decision to halt sales of its Switch 1 console in Europe will not affect its operations in the rest of the world. The company, which recently revealed it will stop selling the original Switch console in Europe starting mid-February 2027, has clarified that it's not ending sales everywhere else.

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"},{"title":"Two brothers admit to stealing more than £71,000 worth of Pokémon TCG cards after failing to escape the police and hide the loot","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/pokemon-tcg-stock-stolen-in-cheshire-england","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:46:25 +0000","desc":"

Many of us are excited for Pokémon TCG's latest sets - including the massive 30th anniversary one - but a pair of brothers in Warrington, Cheshire, England took things too far when they stole over £71,000 worth of loot across several collectibles stores.

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"},{"title":"After four hours playing The Blood of Dawnwalker, I've seen combat, romance, intrigue - it's got the makings of being 2026's breakout RPG","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/the-blood-of-dawnwalker-hands-on-preview","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:05:50 +0000","desc":"

I've played four hours of the hugely promising The Blood of Dawnwalker now which, if you don't know yet, is the new vampire-themed role-playing project led by the person who directed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Konrad Tomaszkiewicz. He formed a new studio, Rebel Wolves, and enticed a bunch of other CD Projekt Red people to help him, and this is their first game. I've written about it quite a lot; I saw 90 minutes of The Blood of Dawnwalker back in April, the difference being that now, I've actually played it.

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"},{"title":"Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader gets \"massive update\" on Switch 2 following disappointing launch, all DLC and expansions now free","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/warhammer-40k-rogue-trader-switch-2-update","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:09:06 +0000","desc":"

2023's Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader is one of the best party-based CRPGs you can play today, but its Nintendo Switch 2 port was called one of the console's worst so far earlier this year. Now, Owlcat Games is trying to make things right.

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"},{"title":"IO Interactive regains full ownership of Project Fantasy following end of Xbox deal, shuts down Istanbul studio and lays off developers \"to find a new balance\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/io-interactive-regains-control-project-fantasy","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:53:14 +0000","desc":"

It's one of those weeks. After Xbox pulling out of a publishing and funding deal for Project Fantasy - IO Interactive's next game - the developer has regained full control of the IP and funding. That, however, means it's readjusting its business to accommodate the ambitious RPG as well as future projects.

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"},{"title":"Doom co-creator John Romero weighs in on Xbox's cuts to id Software, underlines the importance of digital preservation and the studio's history","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/doom-creator-john-romero-on-xbox-layoffs-id-software","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:51:20 +0000","desc":"

Xbox's recently announced, division-wide layoffs are a disaster, and Doom studio id Software has been hit particularly hard right as it's launching The Dark Ages' expansion-sized DLC. Now, Doom co-creator and id Software co-founder John Romero has weighed in.

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"},{"title":"The petition against Sony's decision to kill PlayStation physical discs has over 170,000 signatures","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/petition-against-sony-killing-playstation-physical-media","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:49:46 +0000","desc":"

You may scoff at how little real-world change petitions typically produce, but you can't deny that this particular campaign has a lot of user support behind it. The Don't Kill the Disc Change.org petition, which was launched in the wake of Sony's bombshell decision to end physical disc manufacturing in January 2028, has amassed over 170,000 signatures at the time of writing.

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"},{"title":"The Outer Worlds and Fallout New Vegas studio Obsidian is reportedly losing a quarter of its staff in Xbox layoffs","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/obsidian-xbox-layoffs-workforce-impact-25-percent-loss","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:43:27 +0000","desc":"

Obsidian, the legendary RPG studio behind The Outer Worlds, Avowed, Fallout New Vegas and other acclaimed games, is losing about a quarter of its workers. That is according to a new Kotaku report, citing sources familiar with the matter.

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"},{"title":"What exactly is going on with Marvel's Blade? Arkane Lyon's fate remains unclear in the wake of Xbox's controversial 'reset'","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/marvels-blade-arkane-lyon-xbox-layoffs","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:40:53 +0000","desc":"

Yesterday, we officially heard what has been rumoured for the past few weeks: Microsoft is set to lay off thousands of people from its Xbox division, losing four game studios and making its remaining studios pivot to tried-and-tested franchises, all as part of a big 'reset' overseen by newly-appointed Xbox leader Asha Sharma.

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"},{"title":"State of Decay 3 may no longer launch into Game Pass, now that Microsoft is letting developer Undead Labs go","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/state-of-decay-3-game-pass-launch-in-question","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:50:15 +0000","desc":"

State of Decay 3, the once first-party Xbox game, may not launch into Game Pass after all. The game's developer, Undead Labs, is among the studios Microsoft is parting with following its decision to lay off 3200 workers from across the Xbox division.

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"},{"title":"Former Xbox boss Don Mattrick once reportedly suggested Halo 4 should have a real-money auction house like Diablo 3 infamously did","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/halo-4-diablo-3-auction-house","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:42:02 +0000","desc":"

As the games industry grapples with Xbox laying off 3200 workers and dropping five studios, more voices are surfacing to tell tales about corporate fumblings in the past.

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"},{"title":"Xbox Game Pass subscription numbers are reportedly well below where Microsoft wants them to be","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/game-pass-latest-membership-figures-decline","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:23:51 +0000","desc":"

The total number of Game Pass subscribers has dropped back down to 30 million, according to a new Wall Street Journal report. This is a loss of around 4 million compared to publicised 2024 numbers.

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"},{"title":"Latest Xbox layoffs hit id Software as Doom: The Dark Ages' DLC launches, around half of the staff potentially cut","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/xbox-layoffs-july-2026-id-software","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:26:16 +0000","desc":"

Xbox is cutting 3200 jobs between now and the end of financial year 2027, with studios like Undead Labs and Compulsion Games going independent as others also try to navigate an uncertain future. Moreover, ZeniMax's entire division - which includes all of Bethesda's big studios - is facing major layoffs, even if no studios are being shut down for now. Now, we're hearing id Software has been hit particularly hard just as Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations prepares to launch later today.

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"},{"title":"\"How much innovation can the end-user handle?\" - Shawn Layden explains why he said Sony should have made PlayStation Portable 2 rather than PS Vita","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/shawn-layden-playstation-vita-psp2-sony","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:25:54 +0000","desc":"

Former PlayStation leader Shawn Layden has given more context to comments he made recently about how Sony shouldn't have made PlayStation Vita - but instead made PlayStation Portable 2.

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"},{"title":"Grassroots fighting game events will gain access to a $1m support fund later this year: here's why some will turn it down","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/evo-locals-announcement-fund","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:16:43 +0000","desc":"

Evo - the largest fighting game tournament in the world - announced Evo Locals last week. This new initiative will feature both a directory of smaller grassroots events around the world, and an eyebrow-raising $1m annual fund to support said events.

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"},{"title":"As layoffs continue to ravage the games industry, a union across North America establishes a fund to help those impacted by it","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/united-videogame-workers-union-hardship-funds-laid-off-employees","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:41:02 +0000","desc":"

The United Videogame Workers union (UVW-CWA) has launched a new fund to help laid off workers across the US and Canada. The Game Worker Hardship Fund, as it's called, is available to anyone who's been laid off from January 2024 to the present day.

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"},{"title":"The Elder Scrolls Online studio reportedly suffers a second large wave of layoffs in a year, with \"up to half\" of the team impacted","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/zenimax-online-studios-layoffs-microsoft-2026","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:12:39 +0000","desc":"

A second wave of massive Microsoft layoffs has reportedly hit Zenimax Online Studios, with some sources claiming \"up to half\" of the studio has been cut.

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"},{"title":"Hatsune Miku: Starry Party is a new video game starring the virtual singer and her friends coming to Switch 2 and PC","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/hatsune-miku-starry-party-announcement","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:54:07 +0000","desc":"

Good Smile Company has announced Hatsune Miku: Starry Party, a new \"party action\" game with chibi character designs coming to Nintendo Switch 2 and PC via Steam.

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"},{"title":"Acclaimed PS5 roguelike shooter Saros gets a substantial free trial, but there's a catch","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/saros-two-hour-trial-playstation-plus-premium","date":"Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:33:44 +0000","desc":"

Saros, the latest game from the arcade-loving game creators at Housemarque, is getting a new two-and-half hour trial for anyone interested in trying it.

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"},{"title":"Independent again: Double Fine and Compulsion react to leaving Xbox and taking all their games with them","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/double-fine-compulsion-games-statement-xbox-restructuring","date":"Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:59:25 +0000","desc":"

Psychonauts and Keeper developer Double Fine Productions, and South of Midnight and We Happy Few developer Compulsion Games, have reacted to their new futures as it's confirmed they will become independent developers again.

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"}],"gamespot":[{"title":"Shrek Plays Soccer Now, Sort Of","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/shrek-plays-soccer-now-sort-of/","date":"Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:15:46 +0000","desc":"\n

Of the multitude of unusual characters that are playable in FIFA Heroes, there are some new additions that are absolutely my favorites. Dreamworks Animation's Shrek enters the fray as part of the new season pass, and I cannot stop giggling.

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There's something pretty wonderful about watching the giant green ogre play a cross in to Messi, who passes it to Puss in Boots to finish. Sadly, the Shrek characters, consisting of Shrek, Fiona, Puss in Boots, Gingy, Pinocchio, and Lord Farquaad will only be playable until August 10.

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It comes shortly after the release of FIFA Heroes on June 24, and coincides with the 25th anniversary of the first Shrek film. The franchise is still going, as Shrek 5 is set for release in June 2027.

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I'm just disappointed I can't play as Donkey. Twice the legs must mean some sort of advantage, right?

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Sony has revealed the latest games coming to the Game Catalog for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers in July. Like last month, the release schedule for these games has now changed for US, UK, and Japanese subscribers, with an initial batch starting July 21 and the rest arriving in later waves. Here's a closer look at everything on the way:

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PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium Games for July 2026

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Available right now, Rise of the Ronin is another fun souls-like from Team Ninja. It's not as punishing as the other games that the studio has produced in this genre--like Nioh--and players will get to shape the future of Japan in this open-world adventure.

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Kicking things off on July 21 is Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. A tie-in to the recent Avatar sequel movies, Ubisoft's trip to Pandora does a great job at capturing the alien world in all its natural glory, and as a human-raised Na'vi, players have all the skills they need to reclaim the planet from the destructive RDA.

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Firefighting Simulator: Ignite hits the Game Catalog on July 21 as well, and it puts you in the fireproof boots of a firefighter. The game supports co-op for up to four players, and it features some impressive graphics thanks to the use of Unreal Engine 5. If you feel like a trip to Angel Grove, you can join the teenagers--with attitude!--in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind on July 28. A retro-inspired 2D brawler, the game features the classic roster of Power Rangers as they face off against their nemeses Rita Repulsa and her older form, Robo Rita. That same day, you can also grab the very first Dying Light game from Techland. Still spooky--especially at night--players will have to use crafting skills and parkour to survive in a city overrun with zombies.

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Starting July 28, you can grab Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector and Snow Bros. Wonderland. Citizen Sleeper 2 evolves the TTRPG-inspired gameplay of the first game, giving players challenging contracts to pursue and difficult choices to make as they navigate through a hostile galaxy. Snow Bros. Wonderland picks up where the very first Snow Bros. game left off 30 years ago, and it shifts the 2D action to a gorgeous 3D isometric plane.

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Speaking of retro treats, PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers can grab two new games from the PS Classics vault. The first of these is Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy, a 2004 action-adventure game where you get to unleash telekinesis, mind control, and pyrokinesis powers in deadly combat scenarios and challenging puzzle sections. Fans of the developer Quantic Dream can check out the studio's very first interactive drama, Indigo Prophecy. A paranormal thriller set in New York City, players will experience a story about supernatural murders and strange motives from multiple viewpoints.

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Don't forget, all PS Plus members can claim three free games -- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, For the King 2, and CrossCode.

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Like any live-service game that has been around for a while, PUBG: Battlegrounds has faced the challenge of attracting new players to a world that has grown and evolved over several years. To combat this, publisher Krafton Inc. has released a new update for the game that introduces a revamped onboarding experience, improved team communication, and new modes to the longrunning battle royale.

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Krafton says that the new Basic Training mode is designed to get players up to speed quickly and is comprised of 17 chapters. These cover the basics from movement to looting, and include more advanced lessons focused on combat and Blue Zone survival. An NPC partner will accompany players at all times to offer them guidance as they hone their practical skills.

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Update 42.2 also adds improved team communication with a redesigned Message Radial System, which is designed to make messages easier and more intuitive to use. Players can now also drop markers in the field, while new Map, Mission, and Match Log tabs should help make the processing of in-game information more seamless. Arcade mode has gotten several quality-of-life tweaks, and on console, players can choose new graphics modes to suit their visual preferences.

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Resolution Priority sharpens the game, while Frame Rate Priority does what it says on the box by focusing on frame rates. Finally, Taego and Rondo have received map-specific optimizations, and other content drops include the new Contender Glasya, the Fashion Exhibit Lobby, a new Progressive Weapon Skin for the SLR, and the introduction of the new Survivor Pass, Just Married.

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PUBG has gone through several changes over the years, and recently, it introduced a Payday mode in the game that brought developer Starbreeze's popular heist-themed IP to its servers. Having been around for almost a decade, PUBG: Battlegrounds is one of the titans of the live-service genre and still attracts over 700,000 players a day on Steam alone. That success has proven elusive for several other games, as PUBG franchise director Taeseok Jang recently reflected on how games like Highguard and Concord had a run of mere weeks after launch.

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GameStop has announced a partnership with Uber Eats to allow people to order things like games and collectibles through the delivery app.

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Inside the Uber Eats app, you can navigate to the \"Retail\" or \"Electronics\" hubs and search for GameStop to see what you can buy. Local inventories will vary, but my Uber Eats app shows things like Ubisoft's newly launched Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a variety of collectibles, consoles like the Switch 2, PS5, or Xbox Series X|S, as well as Red Bull cans.

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Like with Uber Eats food orders, you can select ASAP or your own specific delivery time, and from there, you can see your driver in real time. My app shows a $6 delivery fee.

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GameStop is just the latest retailer to join Uber Eats' lineup of retailers. Others include Best Buy, Home Depot, PetSmart, Target, and many more.

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In other news, GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen continues to push for his ambitious buyout of eBay for $56 billion. eBay has said it does not plan to sell, but Cohen is still trying, and he has said he might pursue a hostile takeover. Cohen has also discussed how video games could play a major role in his plans for eBay, should he succeed in taking over the platform.

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GameStop was also in the news recently after Sony announced plans to kill off physical game discs in 2028. Many theorized that this would be bad news for GameStop because it sells physical games. However, GameStop's stock price did not fall after Sony announced those plans--in fact, the stock price rose. Why? One reason could be that software is the smallest part of GameStop's business today, which is now more focused on collectibles.

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The upcoming Far Cry anthology TV series from FX has added another big name to its cast. Joining Rob Mac and Lizzy Caplan is Steve Buscemi, the prolific, veteran, Emmy-winning actor known for many roles over the decades.

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Buscemi is known for his roles in the movies Reservoir Dogs, Fargo, The Big Lebowski, and Big Fish. In the world of TV, Buscemi played memorable roles in The Sopranos, Boardwalk Empire, and Miracle Workers.

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The Far Cry games bounce around between settings and characters with each new installment, and the TV show will follow that format as well with its anthology setup. Each new season of the show will take place in a \"new setting following a new cast of characters.\"

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Noah Hawley (Alien: Earth and the Fargo TV series) and Rob Mac (It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia) are the executive producers for the Far Cry TV show.

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The show does not yet have a release date, but whenever it's ready, it will be available on FX and Hulu, along with Disney+ internationally.

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Hawley ruffled some feathers recently when he said the traditional gameplay structure of a video game–gameplay and skippable cutscenes–does not make for a compelling TV show story.

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Hawley said his aim with the Far Cry show is to “have a dialog” with the franchise but not adapt any specific game or story from the series.

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“Games are built in a way that doesn’t make for the best drama,” he said.

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As for the Far Cry game series, Ubisoft is reportedly working on Far Cry 7 right now. The game is in development under the supervision of the Tencent-backed Vantage Studios, which also controls the creative decisions for the Assassin's Creed and Rainbow Six franchises.

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After being previously announced as a new arrival for Xbox Game Pass this month, Microsoft has mysteriously pulled Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 from the July lineup. Microsoft hasn't provided an explanation for why it's doing this, with many left wondering as to the cause behind this.

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The current theory is that the removal could be related to rights issues, as Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 was first released almost six years ago and features a jukebox full of 2000s-era music, with a few '90s classics sprinkled in for good measure. The game also features numerous real-world skateboarding brands, all of which required a licensing deal to be included in the game.

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It's worth noting that Microsoft owns the game and the Tony Hawk Pro Skater IP, as it acquired the game's publisher, Activision, back in 2023--a purchase that has contributed to several layoffs at Xbox, including last week's devastating round of \"reset\" retrenchments.

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Meanwhile, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is still available to play through Game Pass, as it was added to the subscription service when it launched last year. A replacement for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 has not yet been announced, and for now, the announcement image has been edited to only show off the other nine games that were previously announced.

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Winds of Arcana, Tamashika, Ascend to Zero, and PBA Pro Bowling 2026 have already been added to the Game Pass library, and the rest of the month includes Quarantine Zone: The Last Check, Mavrix by Matt Jones, FixForce, The Planet Crafter, and Fogpiercer. Gears of War: Reloaded also arrived earlier this month, for the lower tier of Game Pass.

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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 first launched in September 2020, and it earned rave reviews for updating the classic Pro Skater games for modern platforms.

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\"Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 deftly recreates the original games' levels while implementing smart additions to the trick system and creating engaging challenges,\" Mat Paget wrote in GameSpot's review.

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Beloved actor Sam Neill sadly passed away on Monday, July 13, leaving many fans shocked about his untimely passing. Neill had recently made a full recovery from cancer, and the actor leaves behind a body of work that stretches across multiple movies and TV series. To many, Neill is best-known for his role as Dr. Alan Grant in 1993's Jurassic Park, and to celebrate his legacy, multiple players in Path of Titans embarked on a dinosaur migration to pay tribute to him.

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The turnout saw players transform into several signature dinosaurs from the Jurassic Park film series, including herbivores like the Triceratops and Brachiosaurus to carnivores like the infamous Spinosaurus from Jurassic Park 3. What makes the tribute extra-impressive is that isle servers in Path of Titans typically don't allow for so many mixed species to co-exist on them, and pulling off a migration of this magnitude required a lot of communication and coordination from players.

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Beyond Jurassic Park, Neill appeared in many other films and TV projects throughout his career. Throughout the '80s and '90s, Neill featured in big films like The Hunt for Red October and Event Horizon, and in 1998, he starred in the Merlin mini-series as the titular wizard, with the show being critically acclaimed for its unique blend of special effects and storytelling.

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Neill would return to Isla Nublar--sorry, Isla Sorna--for Jurassic Park 3 in 2001, and in later years, he'd pop up in 2022's Jurassic Park: Dominion and the first two Jurassic World Evolution video games. In animation, Neill also made a memorable appearance as the cat burglar Molloy in The Simpsons episode \"Homer the Vigilante\".

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Outside of acting, Neill was known for his warmth and humanity. Since his passing, anecdotes about his kindness have been shared online, ranging from a story about how he requested the Australian flag on his uniform in Event Horizon be altered to show the Aboriginal flag instead of the Union Flag, as he imagined that's how it would look by the year 2047, the setting of the movie.

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Other accounts spoke of how he sought to inject a layer of humanity into his Jurassic Park character, while his exploits of running a farm and vineyard in his homeland of New Zealand made him popular on social media.

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In the wake of the news that Sony will end PlayStation disc production by 2028, a lot of folks are expressing their disgust at the idea of a digital-only game library. But players aren't the only ones sharing their frustration--today, GOG.com joined the conversation with a short tutorial showing players how to physically preserve their digital games.

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\"Download the offline installer of any of your games on GOG, save it to a disc, and it's yours forever,\" the digital gaming storefront shared in an X post. \"You don't need a storefront's permission to play what you bought.\"

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Of course, this doesn't perfectly solve the problem. Not every game is available on PC, not every game is available for purchase on GOG (like Ubisoft's game catalogue, for example), and some games--though they may be technically preservable on a disc--won't necessarily be playable.

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\"Unless it's an always-online game and they shut down the servers,\" one X user replied to GOG's post. \"You own it, you have it, but you can't play it.\"

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But that was already the case long before Sony began manifesting its vision of a discless future. Always-online games have always been beholden to the whims of whatever entity pays their server costs. The issue GOG is hoping to address here is the disappearance of online storefronts. When they go offline--as the PlayStation Store on PS3 and Vita will next summer--any digital games that players have purchased but don't have installed on the console will become inaccessible for them to download. (Although Microsoft, at least, seems to be toying with a disc-to-digital plan that would allow players to retain access to the games they've bought.)

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GOG's do-it-yourself solution is a Band-Aid for a much bigger problem--one that might require lawmakers to intervene if players ever hope to truly own their digital games. But it's certainly better than nothing.

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With MagicCon Amsterdam right around the corner, Wizards of the Coast has begun spoiler season for their next crossover set in Magic: The Gathering: Star Trek. While the legendary science-fiction franchise may seem like an odd fit for a trading card game that’s ultimately about wizards flinging spells at each other, space (aka the final frontier) is no stranger to the game. Just last year Magic went to space with the excellent Edge of Eternities set, and the gameplay design was so good it ended up being my favorite set of the year.

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What’s odd about Star Trek spoiler season though is a particular card that’s being printed on its bonus sheet. As revealed earlier today, the set features a reprint of Sheoldred, The Apocalypse reskinned as Kahn from the 2013 film Star Trek Into Darkness. One of the main selling points of Magic’s Star Trek set is that Wizards of the Coast has obtained the rights to use the likeness of every actor they depict on the card, which means that Sheoldred--instead of being a female phyrexian nightmare being--is now just… Benedict Cumberbatch?

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Outside of being a bit bummed that a reprint for a $80+ card is being sullied with art from a J.J. Abrams film, it got me thinking. There’s a lot of Benedict Cumberbatch in Magic: The Gathering this year for some reason. Not the actor himself, per se, but characters he’s depicted on screen. For example, the Marvel Super Heroes set just released a Doctor Strange card that has art very clearly influenced by his on screen depiction played by Cumberbatch.

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Weird that it happened not once but twice, but what if I told you it’s actually happening three times? Following Star Trek, the next MTG crossover set is based on The Hobbit, and while a return to Middle-Earth is always welcome, it allows yet another character that Cumberbatch has portrayed to be depicted in Magic: The Gathering. The card this time is Smaug the Magnificent, and it actually features a chase printing that is the headliner card of the entire Hobbit set.

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Theoretically, this means that if you build a Mardu (red, white, and black for non-players) deck, you can have every Benedict Cumberbatch card be playable in your gameplan if you so desire.

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What other universes can Magic: The Gathering depict to add even more Benedict Cumberbatch? Is this secretly their way of testing the water for casting him in the announced Magic: The Gathering streaming adaptation? Who knows really. I just know that I’m tired.

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EA has just given The Sims 4 players a look at the next item on its laundry list of upcoming bug-fixes and game improvements: making sure the game actually saves correctly. Assuming all goes to plan when the next free base game patch arrives on July 21, players will soon be able to enjoy The Sims 4 without constant fear that a sudden crash or corrupted save file will destroy their progress.

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The upcoming patch approaches the saved-game struggle from multiple angles. The first is the implementation of an auto-save feature. That's right--over a decade after its 2014 launch, The Sims 4 is finally getting an auto-save function, and players can tweak how frequently the game auto-saves via the settings menu. Additionally, \"save reminders\" will now pop up from time to time to remind players to save their games. 

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\"Together, these features help reduce the risk of lost progress while giving you the flexibility to save the way you want,\" EA shared in a blog post announcing the patch.

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Finally, the days of spending hours building an elaborate house--only to lose everything when the game crashes and you realize you haven't saved even once--appear to be coming to an end. But the real star of the show here is the game's new Memory Boost feature, which is a part of the free base game patch arriving on all platforms on July 21.

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\"Memory Boost improves how The Sims 4 manages memory while you play, helping deliver a smoother experience with reduced lag, improved frame rates and responsiveness, shorter loading times, and a lower risk of memory-related crashes,\" EA explained. 

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EA noted that players are likely to notice Memory Boost improving their gameplay experience during longer play sessions, in larger households, on heavily decorated lots, and in older save files, and noted that while Memory Boost isn't exactly a save-fixing feature, it can \"reduce some memory-related save issues.\" And in some play-tests, it did appear to fix issues with certain saves.

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\"During testing, some players experiencing issues such as missing lot data were able to recover affected content after enabling Memory Boost and loading their save,\" EA noted in a follow-up blog expanding on the feature. \"While Memory Boost is not intended to be a dedicated save-repair tool and may not resolve every save-related issue, its improvements to memory management can help reduce the likelihood of certain problems occurring and support overall save stability.\"

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The new patch is just the latest in a series of updates meant to address some of The Sims 4's long-standing issues. But EA is already planning the game's next major update, which is slated to arrive in September and will focus on improving Sims' autonomous behavior.

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\"The next major quality-of-life update, coming in September, is focused on improving general Sim autonomy--making Sims behave more intelligently, consistently, and responsively across everyday gameplay,\" EA shared. \"It's another step in our ongoing commitment to making The Sims 4 feel smoother, more reliable, and more enjoyable every time you play.\"

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For those who have obsessively played their favorite game for years at the cost of real-world productivity, here's your chance to turn all that time spent into something you can actually use: a $15,000-a-year scholarship.

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The University of Silicon Valley (via Icy Veins) is looking to reward players who have spent hundreds of hours accomplishing the most demanding of in-game feats through its new Max Achievement Scholarship program. 

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\"The Max Achievement Scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated extraordinary mastery, persistence, and systems thinking through the completion of rare and demanding achievements in digital gaming environments,\" the scholarship's website states. \"This merit-based scholarship rewards the same qualities that drive academic excellence: disciplined practice, strategic problem-solving, and pursuit of mastery beyond minimum requirements.\"

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To qualify for the scholarship, players need to have completed specific achievements in order to prove mastery in one or more of the 50+ games listed on the scholarship's website. There are two different scholarship tiers, Legendary and Mastery, which reward up to $5,000 or $2,500 respectively per school term.

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The list spans a broad range of games and genres, ranging from MMORPGs like World of Warcraft to strategy games like Civilization 6. Multiple soulslikes are on the list, including Elden Ring, Bloodborne, and Sekiro, as are roguelikes such as Spelunky 2, Vampire Survivors, Hades, and Dead Cells. Minecraft is on the list, as is No Man's Sky, Valheim, and more.

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But just because your favorite game is on the list doesn't mean the requirements will be easy. While many boil down to some variation of 100% completion, others require some real dedication, such as raising all skills to 99 in Old-School Runescape, earning every possible achievement across the entire Dark Souls trilogy, finishing an Ironman Legend run on XCOM 2, or completing all 115 advancements in Minecraft.

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For those who are more generalist in their video game pursuits, there are a few qualifying challenges related to specific platforms. Those playing on PlayStation can qualify for the Legendary Tier by unlocking 10 or more Platinum trophies, of which at least three have to be \"Ultra-rare\" with less than 1% of players having earned the trophy. Xbox players can do the same by having more than 100,000 Gamerscore with 10 titles above a 90% achievement completion rate. Steam players need to earn 100% achievements in five different games that a global average of less than 5% of players have. While there is no Legendary Tier accomplishment for Nintendo Switch players, earning 100% map and shrine completion in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will qualify for the Mastery Tier. 

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Each accomplishment on the list comes paired with an \"educational rationale\" that shows how earning that particular achievement translates to the real world. In the case of achieving 100% in Stardew Valley, the educational rationale is \"long-term planning and relationship management,\" while earning an S-Rank on all Cuphead bosses on Expert difficulty proves \"precision under pressure.\" 

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If your game of choice isn't on the list, players can actually submit an in-game accomplishment with documentation of its rarity alongside an explanation of the mastery involved for review. The University of Silicon Valley will award 10-15 Max Achievement Scholarships in its inaugural year, with plans to expand it in the future based on applicant quality and program success. In addition to proof of their video game feats of strength, candidates will also need to submit a 500-750 word essay reflecting on what their digital pursuits taught them about learning, persistence, or problem-solving.

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\"The Max Achievement Scholarship honors students who have demonstrated exceptional persistence, systems thinking, and creative problem-solving--even in digital worlds,\" The University of Silicon Valley states. \"These are the same cognitive skills that fuel innovation, entrepreneurship, and polymathic excellence. If you've earned it in-game, it can count toward your future.\"

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The Fanatics Fest event takes place this weekend in New York City, and as announced previously, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's multiplayer will be playable at the event. In addition to that, Infinity Ward studio head Mark Grigsby and Activision marketing executive Tyler Bahl will sit down for a conversation about the game where more news or details could be revealed.

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In addition to the developers, the panel will feature NBA superstar and Call of Duty skin Kevin Durant, along with the star of the horror hit Obsession, Inde Navarrette. The conversation will be hosted by media personality Katie Nolan.

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Navarrette is a gamer who, like any reasonable person, watched Henry Cavill videos to help build her gaming PC. Obsession, meanwhile, was made on a reported $750,000 budget and has earned more than $426 million worldwide.

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Fanatics Fest runs July 16-19 at the Javits Center in New York City. If you want to be among the first to play MW4, you can buy a ticket to the show, which start at $81.54 for a single-day ticket and scale up from there.

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It's not the only way to play MW4 ahead of launch, though, as there will be a free open beta at some point ahead of launch. Preordering gets you in early.

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Modern Warfare 4 launches on October 23 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Switch 2.

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Preorders are now for open for Sony's FlexStrike wireless fight stick ahead of its eventual launch. Priced at $200 and available through retailers like Amazon, PlayStation Direct, and Best Buy, the FlexStrike is designed to be a portable option for PS5 and PC fighting game fans, whether they're headed off to a tournament or a friend's house for some couch co-op.

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Sony's first official fight stick, the FlexStrike utilizes the PlayStation Link wireless connection, which enables several cool features on the PS5, including the ability to pair a wireless PlayStation Pulse headset or earbuds for simultaneous, lag-free audio. You can also connect two FlexStrike fight sticks to one PS5 at the same time for local multiplayer.

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The FlexStrike features an eight-button layout and a joystick with a black and white color scheme that matches the look of the PS5 and other official peripherals. According to Sony, it features a \"sturdy, ergonomic design for a comfortable feel during intense fight sessions. It's unclear how moddable the FlexStrike will be, but so far, Sony has confirmed it will have three different movement gates for the joystick--square, circle, or octagon--that can be swapped out without needing tools. There will be a built-in compartment for storing the extra restrictor gates and the included PS Link USB adapter when not in use.

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As for the rest of the inputs, the eight main face buttons (which map to Cross, Circle, Square, Triangle, R1, R2, L1, and L2) use mechanical switches. The rest of the standard inputs from the PS5's DualSense controller are also present on the fight stick, including:

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There is also a Lever Mode Switch for changing how the stick operates and a Lock Button. You'll be able to wake up the PS5 from sleep mode using the FlexStrike's PS Button. The FlexStrike will also include a sling carry case.

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The FlexStrike reveal is notable for several reasons, the most obvious being that this is PlayStation's first official fight stick peripheral. The PS5 has plenty of excellent fight sticks to pick from--including PDP's Victrix Pro FS and its leverless sibling, the Pro FS-12--but we're curious to see how a PS5-dedicated model made specifically by Sony will stack up to the third-party options.

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In addition to the FlexStrike, Sony is also launching its new 27-inch gaming monitor and Pulse Elevate wireless speakers. Preorders for the 1440p 120Hz gaming monitor with a DualSense controller cradle open on June 5, and it's priced at $350, while the wireless speakers are designed to complement the display, and a preorder date will be revealed soon.

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If you've been thinking of getting a fight stick, 2026 has plenty of reasons to adopt the arcade-inspired controller. Street Fighter 6 is easily the fighting game of the current gaming generation, but this year has seen several new challengers rise up. Invincible Vs recently launched, and it offers a deep system of killer combos and colorful characters, while August will see the launch of Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls from Guilty Gear developers Arc System Works. On top of that, fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender can also throw down in a fighting game featuring the characters from the animated series and its successor, The Legend of Korra, when it launches on July 2.

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Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski is arguably the greatest pitcher currently playing in Major League Baseball, with a fastball he's thrown as hard as 105.5 MPH and incredible command. When he's not striking out 15 people in a game, however, he likes collecting Pokemon (and baseball) cards, and his new glove lets him show off one of the most legendary Pokemon ever.

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Created by the company 44 Pro, Misiorowski's glove was made specifically for the All-Star Game, and in addition to a window in the webbing to store a glove--in his case, a Charizard--it also features a mix of orange, red, and yellow on the outside so it resembles the fire-breathing Pokemon. In the past, 44 Pro made a similar glove for him that featured Gengar.

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You might be thinking, \"Couldn't a hard-hit ball destroy the Pokemon card if it's hit right back at the Miz?\" Probably, but fortunately for that Charizard card, Misiorowski will not actually be pitching in tonight's All-Star Game. He chose to sit the game out because of where it lined up compared to his scheduled starts, and an arm-fatigue issue also forced him to skip his last start prior to the All-Star break.

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What happened in that game without Miz on the mound? The Pittsburgh Pirates completed a sweep of the first-place Brewers, putting up 10 runs in one inning and seven runs before giving up even one out. Despite this (and scoring the most runs in baseball so far this year), there is not a single position player from the Pirates represented at the All-Star Game tonight.

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With its launch around the corner, Beast of Reincarnation co-developer Fictions has dropped a new gameplay video outlining how players will hack and slash their way through a post-apocalyptic world. We already knew that the game borrows a few ideas from Sekiro for its moment-to-moment gameplay--including a parry mechanic that has one of the best \"PING\" deflection sounds we've heard in quite some time, and Fictions also detailed how it's blending real-time action with the tactical depth of turn-based strategy.

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Beast of Reincarnation's bread-and-butter gameplay keeps players on their toes, as the Sekiro influence means that they'll need to parry attacks and strike back with hard-hitting skills as the protagonist, Emma. As detailed in our preview video, enemy attacks have fairly generous windows for you to counter them, and each successful parry will fill up the FP gauge at the bottom of the screen. Once you've filled it up, players can summon their wolf companion Koo to assist them--an action that greatly slows down time and gives you a chance to catch your breath.

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One of Koo's attacks is the long-range Higanbana Seeds strike that can wear down enemies, and once their stun gauge is full, they're easy pickings for an instant-kill attack. Higanbana Roots can bind up to three enemies and prevent them from attacking you for a few seconds. When it comes to boss battles, players can coordinate Emma and Koo's moves to deal heavy damage, interrupt attacks, and inflict status effects on these towering foes.

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Defeating bosses will also awaken new powers in Emma and Koo, while Skill Points earned in battle will allow players to unlock new techniques, expanding on the pair's arsenal during the course of their journey. Beast of Reincarnation launches on August 4 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, and it has also been co-developed by Pokemon studio Game Freak. The developer is also working on the next mainline entry in the pocket-monster-series, 2027's Pokemon Winds and Waves for the Switch 2.

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Fresh from his epic journey home after the Trojan War, Matt Damon's Odysseus has one more trip planned: riding the battle bus into Fortnite.

That's right, the hero of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey will land in Epic Games' battle royale item shop tomorrow, Thursday, July 16, following the game's next big update. That's the same one that's adding England legend David Beckham, as well as a slew of Batman characters in swimsuits.

Epic Games has shown off footage of Odysseus' skin in action — and yes, it's clearly based on the likeness of Matt Damon.

Fortnite leaker ShiinaBR has also posted an image of a second The Odyssey skin, that of the hulking Agamemnon, played by Benny Safdie in the movie.

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If you fancy trying your luck at getting Odysseus for free, there's a typical in-game tournament to try and do so. For the vast majority of players, however, a low-ranking entry here will at least award you an Odyssey-themed loading screen.

It's hard to imagine Homer (the poet, not the Simpson) anticipating that anyone from his epic ode would get turned into a Fortnite skin. Then again, there's plenty of that going around — such as the audio version of the poem read by an AI reproduction of Michael Caine's voice, or the entirely AI-generated Odyssey movie that has been labelled as "Slopbuster" rather than a blockbuster.

All 2 hours and 53 minutes of The Odyssey set sail in theaters later this week on July 17, 2026. In addition to its star-studded cast, fans can expect a film that Nolan says he crafted to "do away" with "cultural prejudices" about the ancient world. It will also feature an enormous practical Cyclops. Now why isn't that joining Fortnite too?

Tom Phillips is IGN's News Editor. You can reach Tom at tom_phillips@ign.com or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social

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Sometimes, a game comes along that makes you think “man, this is so up my alley it’s like it was made just for me.” Denshattack is one of those games. It’s the kind of joint we used to get all the time in the PS2 era and is now only found in the indie space. Video games are serious business, you know, and we don’t have time for nonsense. Denshattack is definitely nonsense, but I mean that as the highest possible compliment. Here’s the pitch: What if Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater did the Dragon Ball fusion dance with Jet Set Radio, but instead of skating you pilot a train around a dystopian Japan in order to do sick tricks and take down an evil corporation? Sounds rad as hell, right? Turns out, it is. Two thoughts ran on a loop while I was playing Denshattack: “this rules,” and “this really has no business being this good. How are they doing this?”

Denshattack’s charming story is straight out of an anime, which is fitting since its stunning art style looks like one. It follows Emi, who lives in a future Japan ravaged by climate change and delivers ramen by train. Most of the country’s population (or at least those that can afford it) now lives in protective domed cities built by a shady megacorp (is there any other kind?) called Miraido, which also happens to operate the high speed VACTRAIN between the domes. We love a monopoly, and those who don’t live in the cities have a harder life, but at least they’re not under Miraido’s thumb. Emi’s one of them, and it’s not long before she meets a fellow misfit named Fernando and gets swept up into the world of Denshattack: an underground sport of sorts where the most skilled train jockeys in Japan compete against each other by doing tricks and races. Soon, she’s on a quest to be the best Denshattacker there ever was, and Fernando, who runs a Denshattack zine covering the scene, is tagging along for the ride.

Emi is basically Goku: an incredibly positive and generally likeable natural talent who seeks constant self-improvement. Inevitably, her quest to be the best leads her into contact with the various gangs scattered across Japan, as well as their leaders. After she’s earned the right to face the leader of a gang, Emi inevitably defeats them and, impressed by her skill, they join up with her. You’ve seen these characters before: the bubbly, supportive rich girl obsessed with fashion; the rival who joins because she wants to be a part of what happens next, not because she respects you or anything; the older rockabilly engineers who come out of semi-retirement because they finally meet someone worthy of their creations,and so on. None of this is new, but that’s not always a bad thing. Denshattack is playing the hits, but they sound good, and its punk rock mentality is infectious.

Really, the whole point of the plot is just to get you inside a train that can do ollies and kickflips. Denshattack’s Japan is broken down into tracks you ride, and your train is more than up to the task. You can jump, flip to new tracks, boost off ramps for big air, and a ton more. All the while, you should be doing tricks, which Denshattack smartly maps to the right analog stick. Flicking it to the left will get you an ollie, but if you want something like a 540 heelflip, you’ll have to do a half circle. More complex tricks require more complex motions, and if you want the really sick stuff (and there are a lot of tricks to learn) you’ll basically have to do fighting game inputs.

If you want the really sick tricks, you’ll basically have to do fighting game inputs.

Chaining tricks together is Denshattack’s bread and butter, but the goal is not to use the same tricks too many times in a row, or they’ll grow stale. Style is everything, and racking up big scores means learning lots of tricks. It will take you a while to learn everything well enough to be able to pull off specific tricks on the fly, but Denshattack comes equipped with the excellently named and super helpful Tricktionary that you can access at any time if you need to remember how to do something. When I first started, I wasn’t hitting the cool stuff. Now I’m doing Impossible Cancels like they’re old hat. There’s a ton of depth to this trick system, and it’s a lot of fun to add new options to your repertoire as you play.

The real secret sauce on Denshattack’s burger, though, are the levels themselves. The roughly 10- to 15-hour campaign takes you all over Japan, and you’ll see some absolutely wild stuff. You’ll trick over some stone heads, ride a Ferris Wheel through an abandoned city, and knock down Miraido’s cell towers as you go. And those are the tame parts. I’ve ridden rails through a volcano, been eaten by a shark, and tricked through kabuki plays. The best part of Denshattack is how much variety there is. Some courses you just roll through. Others have you race against other characters (who you can often knock off the track), post a high score, or complete objectives scattered across the various splits that track takes. One had me clear a bridge, restore a Miraido-censored work of “rebellious” art, and deliver soba. I could control what part of the track I went to, and it was up to me to complete the objectives once I got there.

Every level has multiple paths depending on what routes you take, which can lead to new exits. If you’ve got style, you can chain together tricks to fill your energy bar, which unlocks the Yaoyorozuo, or 8 Million Roads, alternate, high-flying, elaborate rainbow-colored tracks that lead to new areas. Imagine if you could make Rainbow Road part of every other track in Mario Kart, and you’ve kinda got the idea.

It’s a lot, and the joy of Denshattack is combining everything – drifting, jumping, pulling off tricks, grinding on rails, wall riding, looping through tunnels, hitting manuals, honking your horn to interact with parts of the environment, and a lot more – without messing up or going off track. It’s not always easy to do, but the checkpoints are generous and your friends are always there to give you words of encouragement if you make a mistake. You’ll fail a lot, but it will never end your run, just cost you time. What’s truly impressive is that Denshattack keeps upping the ante throughout. You’ll think you’ve seen everything, and then it will be like, “by the way, you can attach your train to monorail tracks now,” or “hey, wanna ride these air currents?” It’s rad. That all of these levels are set to some of the slickest, catchiest tunes I’ve heard in a hot second certainly doesn’t hurt, either.

All the levels are set to some of the catchiest tunes I’ve heard in a hot second.

Individual missions are usually short, but there’s a ton of room for replayability and mastery here, and lots of extra stuff to collect – like parts you can use to unlock new trains or spray paint cans and stickers to doll them up to suit your style. My favorites are the picture opportunities you can nail for Fernando, which you then place into an issue of his zine. The zines themselves are surprisingly detailed, offering background on a region, its characters, their trains, the story so far, and even Emi’s ramen reviews. It’s awesome.

Every level also has dares, optional objectives that may challenge you to complete it without crashing, derail a certain number of rivals, find an optional exit, perform specific tricks at a specific time, and so on. These are also rad, and I always wanted to go back and see what I had missed. Additionally, you’re scored on both time and tricks, so if score-chasing’s your bag (and it is mine), that’s there for you, too. I was mostly charting bronze and silver medals on my first runs, but I am excited to go back and try for better times and higher scores.

Between missions, you can spend the collectibles you acquire to get new trains, each with unique advantages and disadvantages – I really liked one that upped my trick speed at the cost of my manual distance and another that amped up my energy bar fill rate in exchange for reducing my trick score, which overall meant I could get to the 8 Million Roads faster. This stuff rules. Certain levels incentivize you to use specific trains if you’re score chasing, but the choice is always yours, and the customization provides more reasons to replay older levels and get any collectibles you missed.

Denshattack’s real highlights, though, are the boss fights that come at the end of each area. You wanna square off with a group of trains that can combine, Megazord-style? You got it. What about a brawl against a train that doubles as a sand snake you can grind on? It’s there. Or is a moving castle sporting an enormous cannon more your speed? Good news, kid. Denshattack is absolutely at its most anime (complimentary) during these sequences, but each one feels different and they still work seamlessly with what you’ve learned in the regular stages. Boss fights in games like this often end up as disappointments, but Denshattack’s are as smooth as a high-speed train hitting big air and pulling off sick tricks before landing perfectly on another track. You don’t expect to see it, but you do love to see it.

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New details about Whore of the Orient, the canceled spiritual successor to LA Noire, have been revealed by a former writer on the project.

I recently sat down with Daniel McMahon, a writer who worked on LA Noire for a YouTube video celebrating the game's recent 15th anniversary. In the second half of the video, we dove deep on Whore of the Orient, a controversial game that would've served as a spiritual successor to LA Noire. The game was in the works at Kennedy Miller-Mitchell, the production company of the Mad Max films, and was being worked on by ex-Team Bondi staff, including LA Noire writer and director Brendan McNamara.

It would've been yet another historical crime story, but this time set in Shanghai in the 1930s. McMahon stated that the game would've been more dense than LA Noire, opting to focus on more detail rather than overwhelming scale. He compared it to the shift between Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag and Assassin's Creed Unity, which traded the open seas for a crowded version of Paris.

Players would've filled the shoes of a British detective in Shanghai, but Whore of the Orient would've taken a different approach to crime fighting than LA Noire. In LA Noire, players would solve murders and mysteries, meaning the crime had already happened. In Whore of the Orient, the goal was that you would work to prevent crimes before they happened and patrol the city to stop crimes.

Of course, as a British detective in a non-English speaking city, there would've been unique challenges. The team was developing concepts of a language system that would level up with XP as you progressed through the game, allowing you to speak and interact with more people. Similarly, an evolved version of LA Noire's conversation system would've also been featured, adding more branching paths to the game.

In LA Noire, the player could interview or interrogate people over the facts of a case. The player had to then study the facial expressions of the interviewee to detect whether they were telling the truth, withholding information, or outright lying. There was only one right answer, but Whore of the Orient would've had a more dynamic approach.

If the player felt someone was lying, they could choose whether to bully the information out of them or they could try a gentle approach. It allowed players to choose the kind of cop they wanted to be and roleplay, but it also meant that they might get different answers or outcomes based on their approach. There was no "right" answer in WOTO's interrogations, but there would be answers that would be more helpful than others.

"If you hit the suspect just right, you would get the entire truth revealed to you," said McMahon. "If you tried strategies in the middle, you might get an address or a name, and then you would have to go find more suspects and put more information together with."

Whore of the Orient was also exploring a more engaging combat system, with the team taking inspiration from the rhytmic combat of the Batman: Arkham series for the hand-to-hand action. Of course, there would've been gunplay as well, but there was a lot of extra attention being paid to the melee combat.

Ultimately, Whore of the Orient was canceled due to funding and publisher issues. McMahon estimated that the game was only 15% done when it was scrapped and they had a lot of work left to do. A lot of the ideas were just that: ideas. He noted that he wasn't sure all of them would've panned out and they had to nail down a lot of specifics, but it still seemed like a really exciting concept and one that would've helped expand the detective genre in gaming.

Cade Onder is a freelancer for IGN's news team. He covers all things entertainment, including gaming, film, and more. You can find him on Twitter @Cade_Onder.

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Two classics from Tim Burton's filmography are getting 4K steelbooks this year: Sleepy Hollow and Sweeney Todd. The former is actually a steelbook reprint, so if you've been hoping to have it in your library, now is the time to grab it.

Both steelbooks are now available to preorder for $34.99 with a release date of September 22, which is just a couple of months away. Don't wait too long to place your order, though, as steelbooks like these can sell out fast. So, head to the links below to grab your favorite(s), before that happens.

Preorder Sleepy Hollow 4K Steelbook

This limited-edition steelbook reprint of Sleepy Hollow - which features quite a fun, dramatic cover you can see below - comes with the film on 4K, Blu-ray, and digital. But that's not all. It also comes with some bonus features that you can watch, which we've broken down below.

Sleepy Hollow 4K Steelbook Bonus Features

Preorder Sweeney Todd 4K Steelbook

Sweeney Todd's 4K steelbook boasts an appropriately bloody cover, which you can see below. It also comes with the film on 4K, Blu-ray, and digital, and is stacked with bonus features to dig into. Check them out below.

Sweeney Todd 4K Steelbook Bonus Features

These aren't the only 4Ks worth keeping on your radar right now, though. Check out our rundown of upcoming 4Ks and Blu-rays to see what else is coming out soon that's worth dropping an order on. The months ahead are full of exciting releases, so it's a great way to stock up on new options for your library.

Hannah Hoolihan is a freelancer who writes with the guides and commerce teams here at IGN.

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It may be 25 years old now, but Halo’s first installment still has the power to wow. Combat Evolved is packed full of awesome moments: the first view of the titular ringworld arching above you, the Covenant swarming onto the Pillar of Autumn, and driving a warthog through vast Forerunner structures. And as you push forward through Master Chief’s debut mission, there’s the sense of a rich universe being teased, whether its ancient civilisations or the extent of humanity's reach across the galaxy. The series' founder, Bungie, created a universe with so much intrigue that its expanded universe was able to begin before the first game even launched – the beloved prequel novel, The Fall of Reach, was published a couple of weeks ahead of Combat Evolved’s launch.

Today, the series’ current stewards, Halo Studios, continue to expand the universe through novels, comics and, soon, the new missions of the Halo remake, Campaign Evolved. And however the quality of Halo's constantly-unfolding saga might be judged, this multi-medium expanded universe has become a tremendous and rarely matched project.

New Missions, Knotted Histories

Campaign Evolved’s new three-mission miniature campaign, dubbed Operation METEORITE, returns to the legendary pairing of Master Chief and Sgt. Johnson. We know very little about the plot, aside from it being set a year prior to the original story, but the trailer suggests a load of Halo staples will be present, including Johnson at his wisecracking best and combat fought through the purple facades of a Covenant vessel.

Operation METEORITE will send the duo down onto an agricultural planet, a setting that could act as a gateway to Halo lore that was written long after Combat Evolved first arrived. Will Johnson look back at his time on the planet Harvest, fighting the first ever Covenant incursion, as detailed in Joseph Staten’s 2007 novel, Contact Harvest? And will the planet be occupied by the Insurrectionists, the human threat to the UNSC that preceded the species-threatening Human-Covenant War that have featured in numerous novels, comics, and even anime shorts and marketing beats? The Halo universe is so expansive now that it's hard to imagine these missions being able to avoid some of the deeper lore. To do so would risk disappointing fans.

The involvement of Troy Denning, a current key writer of the series' novels, is the biggest hint that Campaign Evolved’s new missions are not just going to be a bit of frivolous, nostalgic gunplay. He has experience writing about many different facets of the universe, whether delving into the dynamics between Elites – or Sangheili, as readers will know – or showing the Chief taking on an Insurrectionist stronghold. It's possible that he's been brought on board to elegantly weave in some elements of the deeper lore. He's also clearly simply trusted to weave a compelling story, with Denning being not just a Halo stalwart but historically having crafted galaxy-upending Star Wars novels.

The big difference between Halo and Star Wars, though, is the level of cross-pollination. Unlike in Star Wars, where the theatrically-released movies are clearly the series’ main vehicle, Halo has a much looser approach to which storytelling medium matters the most.For instance, while Sgt. Johnson is undeniably a vital part of the original trilogy, his background is largely absent from the games. They portray Johnson as a smart-mouthed, confident leader, but one also with fierce, honest compassion for his fellow soldiers. The expansion of his narrative in the novel Contact Harvest, meanwhile, is not an insignificant bit of trivia; it makes Johnson more than just a hero, and rounds him into a flawed character. He's devoted and simultaneously deeply troubled, living with the guilt of his involvement in the brutal suppression of human enemies. Such an understanding of the character makes his trajectory to self-sacrificing heroism all the more affecting.

The involvement writer Troy Denning is the biggest hint that Campaign Evolved’s new missions are not going be frivolous.

It's unlikely that Master Chief will start wistfully bringing Johnson up to speed on his own past in Operation METEORITE, given that the trailer has the latter rib him for his stony manner. However, Master Chief’s story has also been significantly fleshed out in the novels, starting as far back as Halo: The Fall of Reach. The book is a fan favourite, and its importance in setting up Halo's lore is enormous: the Spartan's creator, Dr Catherine Halsey, is introduced; Master Chief's name is revealed as John (which didn't happen in the games until Halo 3); Chief is shown to be part of a squad of Spartans known as Blue Team. The character's uniquely, oddly taciturn nature is also given an implied origin, with Chief experiencing the death of a fellow Spartan in their childhoods. It was a popular enough novel that Bungie directly addressed the changes they made to book canon in Halo: Reach, and it's likely its popularity is a reason that game got greenlit.

In short: Halo's expanded universe has always mattered.

Halo's Fandom Fights an Infinite War

The continued expansion of Halo is something that clearly has significant appeal for many fans, with the franchise's dedicated wiki – unsurprisingly known as Halopedia – still seeing regular updates of tremendous depth. Detailed articles exist, of course, for the shooter’s great range of weapons and vehicles. Perhaps more surprising to fans of just the games is the fact that novels and their characters have been lavished with massive amounts of attention. A case in point is Rion Forge, a smuggler-turned-hero who exists only in the books but has been extensively documented, with not only a lengthy biography but also paragraphs that detail her personality traits. Some fans have distaste for anything Halo that exists outside of Bungie's 2001 – 2010 stewardship, but this extensive, ongoing passion project shows that such feelings aren't universal.

Some are unhappy with the way the narrative has unfolded without Bungie, but it's arguable that the knottiness of Halo tales began near enough at the series' start. The first game's thrilling simplicity was almost immediately altered for its direct sequel, with a secondary storyline opening up that explores the fractures within the fragile, faith-driven Covenant. Multiple villains, complex motivations, and a range of locations across space changed Halo from being purely a twist-driven thrillride. The change wasn't even into a Star Wars-style space opera, with the politics of different factions instead making it – at least on a narrative front – more reminiscent of the serious-minded Dune. The groundwork was laid here for the non-Bungie Halo 5, a controversial game which turned Master Chief from an exceptional lone warrior to another Spartan within Blue Team.

The desire to expand has meant Halo has become a textured, morally complex, multidimensional universe.

Regardless of what people think of making Halo more novelistic, a transmedia approach was needed for Halo to survive past 2010. The series easily could have ended with the departure of Bungie, especially given that Halo 3 and Reach capped off the saga's original story. Halo 3 ends with Master Chief settling himself in a cryo-pod, bringing his story full circle to his original emergence from one. Halo: Reach rewinds time to just before the very first game, exploring the planet that was tantalisingly namedropped by Captain Keyes in Halo's opening. The only way the story could continue was for it to be interested in the nooks and crannies that were the territory of spin-off media.

Bonnie Ross, who led the franchise between 2007 and 2014, pitched the transformation of Halo – as she explained to us – into what it has been for the vast majority of its lifespan. Her pitch to Microsoft was to create an internal studio, which became 343 Industries, that would steer the whole Halo franchise forward. Her passion, too, was not just for the games but the wider universe – especially as her entry point was, unsurprisingly as far as novels go, The Fall of Reach.

It's reasonable to say that the franchise is more divisive now than it has been historically, with the story that threaded through Halos 4, 5, and Infinite not always having landed successfully for some critics and fans. It's also reasonable to say that it's more ambitious. The original trilogy is very much about Halos, with the final part of that story taking players to the Ark, a structure that is part super-Halo and part Halo docking station. Despite its more rocky reputation, the second trilogy introduces Forerunners, a range of planets, an AI takeover, and so many other things that make it much more than just a repeat of the hits.

Essentially, 25 years of Halo means that there is a Halo for everyone now. The Paramount TV show was derided for having Master Chief take off his helmet and for overly-humanising the Spartan, but it is just one interpretation of a story which has been viewed from so many angles. Take the novels: Contact Harvest gives a grunts-eye view of the series, Ghosts of Onyx a look at the life-long sacrifices of soldiers, and Cryptum delves into the ambition and folly of the Forerunners. Not every story is a straight action-adventure, and the games themselves move between pure fun like Infinite and the lore-heavy stylings of its direct predecessor. But this desire to expand has meant Halo has eschewed being forgettable pulp and become a textured, morally complex, multidimensional universe.

This is not to suggest that the storytelling has been perfect or that it hasn't been detail-obsessed. It is an argument towards appreciating the vast expanse of this creative universe, one that has been bold enough to pose questions and then to answer them. Fans might have mixed feelings today, but it's easy enough to imagine that Halo players back in 2001 would have been thrilled to get their hands on a Forerunner-driven title like Halo 4. There's hope that Campaign Evolved’s new mini-missions might not just be a bit of extra fun, but could give its stewards the confidence to keep expanding this vast universe.

Ceridwen Millington is a journalist, gamer, and reader who is almost always ready to dive into science fiction.

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Lurking Giants codes will give you free coins, which you can use toward purchasing Emotes, Giants, Perks, and more. In this asymmetrical horror experience, you'll play as either a Giant or a survivor across various maps. There's additional spookiness thanks to the grainy filter that gives the game a retro horror vibe.

To help you get freebies, we've rounded up all the currently active Lurking Giants codes for rewards and made it easy for you to copy them straight to your device.

Working Lurking Giants Codes (July 2026)

How to Redeem Lurking Giants Codes

You can use Lurking Giants codes in the lobby as soon as you load in, so here are the steps to follow:

  1. Launch Lurking Giants on the Roblox platform
  2. Click on the Shop icon on the left
  3. Press the copy button on the code above
  4. Paste it into the bar that says "Enter a valid code here!"
  5. Press the tick

Expired Lurking Giants Codes

When codes stop working, we'll move them into this channel. As of now, there doesn't appear to be any expired codes for Lurking Giants.

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Pokémon GO promo codes are the best way to get free rewards, such as Poké Balls, Max Revives, Research, and customization items for your avatar, which include T-shirts and caps. To make sure you never miss out, we've rounded up all the latest Pokémon GO codes, explained how to redeem them, and made it easy for you to copy them onto any device you're using.

Working Pokémon GO Promo Codes

You’ll find all working codes currently below:

How to Redeem Pokémon GO Promo Codes

The way to use Pokémon GO codes is the same for everyone (no matter what device you're using), so just follow these steps:

Expired Pokémon GO Promo Codes

The following codes have now expired:

Lauren Harper is an Associate Guides Editor. She loves a variety of games but is especially fond of puzzles, horrors, and point-and-click adventures.

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Striking staff at Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced co-developer Ubisoft Barcelona have slammed the company's initial severance pay offer as "below any resonable standard," after employees were told that up to 51 jobs were being eliminated.

Layoffs at Ubisoft Barcelona were announced last month as part of a wider wave of job losses across the firm. 380 staff are being let go in this latest downsizing, spread across Ubisoft offices in Winnipeg and Belgrade (which will close completely), in Barcelona, and in the company's global publishing division.

At Ubisoft Barcelona, up to 51 jobs have been placed at risk as Ubisoft plans to cut the team's size and restrict it to working just on the Rainbow Six franchise in future, IGN understands.

The plight of Barcelona's staff has sparked headlines, with the likely job losses contrasted against the commercial success of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, which sold an impressive 2 million copies in just 24 hours. While development on Resynced was led by Ubisoft Singapore, Barcelona contributed significantly to the title. It has previously been reported that the company handled Resynced's underwater diving side-missions, though IGN understands that the studio also developed a swathe of other locations, quests, and contracts.

Several main quests were handled by Barcelona's Assassin's Creed team during more than two years of Resynced development, including reportedly several showcased during pre-release hands-on previews, alongside development on a specific in-game region (Gibara), plus work on enemy combat AI and bosses.

Yesterday, as negotiations began to save some roles and secure fair severance pay for those leaving, remaining Ubisoft Barcelona staff joined a strike with around 90 people in attendance. Photos from the walkout show a large banner that reads "Corporate Greed" in the style of "Assassin's Creed," and flags for the CGT (General Confederation of Labor) union.

Now, staff impacted by the planned redundancies have spoken to IGN about the current situation, and said that a further strike will take place tomorrow, Thursday, July 16.

"The severance pay they're offering is far below the minimum expected, and below what they've offered for previously laid off employees from the studio," one Ubisoft Barcelona employee told IGN.

"There are still discussions about saving some of the jobs, and it's likely that at least some will move to Rainbow Six, but the job positions themselves seem quite definite, and the Assassin's Creed team has been certainly cut."

Ubisoft has cut hundreds of staff and fully closed numerous studios in recent months, with 2026 already off to a brutal start. In January, the company canceled six games including its Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake and closed two Ubisoft studios completely (Ubisoft Stockholm and Ubisoft Halifax), while making layoffs at its office in Abu Dhabi, at Trials studio RedLynx and at Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora outfit Massive Entertainment. Just a week after that, Ubisoft announced plans to ditch 200 jobs at its company headquarters in Paris, leading to protests within the French capital.

In February, Ubisoft was forced to reassure fans that its long-awaited Splinter Cell remake remained in development after 40 jobs were eliminated at its studio Ubisoft Toronto. Then, in March, Ubisoft confirmed that 105 staff were set to depart veteran Tom Clancy game studio Red Storm Entertainment, as part of a move that downsized the studio permanently, following three previous waves of layoffs at the company since 2022.

"We are aware of the strike action announced at Ubisoft Barcelona and respect employees' right to express their views,” a Ubisoft spokesperson told IGN in a statement today. "Ubisoft has initiated a proposed restructuring of Ubisoft Barcelona as part of broader efforts to reduce costs and focus resources on strategic priorities. Under this proposal, the studio would focus solely on Rainbow Six projects, which may impact up to 51 employees.

"This remains a proposal, and no final decision will be made until the collective consultation process has concluded. We are committed to constructive dialogue with employee representatives and to supporting employees throughout this period."

Image credit: CGT

Tom Phillips is IGN's News Editor. You can reach Tom at tom_phillips@ign.com or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social

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Microsoft has pulled Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2 from July 2026 Xbox Game Pass lineup, without offering an explanation.

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2 was due to hit Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass on July 21, but a note added to the Game Pass post on Xbox Wire confirms its removal from the lineup. It reads:

“Editor’s Note (7/13): We’ve removed Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2 from the list of titles coming soon to Game Pass.”

It’s worth noting that Microsoft owns Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2 via its $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, so it’s in complete control of publishing the title. Indeed, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 was added to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass this time last year, and Game Pass premium just last month.

It has been suggested that there may be a licensing issue preventing the music-heavy game from being released on Game Pass now, nearly six years after it came out. You’d like to think Microsoft or Activision would have been aware of that before announcing it as coming to Game Pass later this month, though.

Microsoft is of course in the process of resetting Xbox, which saw 1,600 staff cut last week and four studios exit the business. Another 1,600 staff will go over the course of the rest of this financial year, leaving remaining staff facing an anxious wait to find out if they're next on the chopping block. Microsoft has said it will now focus on its biggest franchises, including Halo, The Elder Scrolls, and Fallout.

Here’s the revised Xbox Game Pass lineup for the rest of July 2026:

Wesley is Director, News at IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.

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Forza Horizon 6 developer Playground Games has confirmed all the fresh content coming to the game over the next four weeks, some of which will be arriving within the Horizon Playlist Series 3, and some of which is coming alongside it.

Series 3, dubbed ‘Italian Exotics,’ will run from June 16 to August 13. Playground has confirmed 10 cars that will be available to collect over the next four weeks, three of which are new-to-Horizon. They are listed below:

Playground also notes the Aftermarket dealership near the Horizon Stadium will be experiencing a limited-time Italian Exotics takeover, which will see six rare Italian cars spawn there that are currently only otherwise available via Forza Horizon 6’s ‘Wheelspin’ prize mechanic.

Ahead of the commencement of Series 3, Playground has also issued a new update that contains improvements to reduce “excessive AI collisions” on corner entry, removed the Auction House price cap for cars that aren’t available via the in-game Autoshow, and nerfed a number of XP and credit farming techniques related to using Auto Drive or players making themselves un-challengeable in The Eliminator by disabling head-to-head races.

The update has also arrived with a total reset of all Rivals Leaderboards, since Playground notes the “fixes included in this update patch glitches which could be exploited to pollute the Leaderboards with unrealistic times.”

“We understand this will be disappointing to players with legit lap times; however, we’ve chosen this approach so that way everyone has a clean sheet to play with going forward,” explained the developer in its Series 3 update post. “Regardless of the Leaderboards deletion, any clean times posted to earn the associated Collection Journal items for the Rivals will not be lost and will remain unlocked.”

A complete wipe of PR Stunt Leaderboards is also expected once fixes to the glitches players have used to set unrealistic scores are made. Playground notes it does not have a timeline on this yet.

A separate, new DLC pack is also now available for Forza Horizon 6, which is available at no additional cost with the Forza Horizon 6 Premium Edition or Premium Upgrade. The Italian Passion Car Pack features four modern and classic Italian cars, including the 2025 Ferrari F80, 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB4 Spider, 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia GTAm, and 1990 Alfa Romeo SE 048SP.

Luke is a Senior Editor on the IGN reviews team. You can track him down on Bluesky @mrlukereilly to ask him things about stuff.

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The essence of The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu as a co-op survival horror game is best captured by a moment where I was yelling at my friend repeatedly asking what the hell he was laughing about before being brutally murdered. You see, this was not my friend at all, but a Faceless One using his character model and repeatedly playing back his recorded laughter from earlier in the match. But when it comes to making me feel like I've lost my mind, The Mound’s clever madness effects sometimes take a backseat to ruthless difficulty that doesn't always respect my time or make it easy to bring in new allies.

It took more than 50 expeditions and around 50 hours of scouring the beautiful Chilean wilderness to unbury all the secrets of The Mound's rich, mid-1600s setting. You and your friends take on the role of conquistadors ignoring every possible warning of danger to enrich themselves and the Spanish crown while avoiding the restless dead and trespassing on strange tombs to alien gods. As far as capturing the vibes of the Cthulhu mythos, developer ACE Team has done a fantastic job.

Of course, when I hear "Lovecraft" and "Conquistadors" in the same sentence, I immediately see the potential for a twisted kind of synergy between them we could maybe call "Advanced Racism." And for the most part, Omen of Cthulhu threads this needle pretty well, as many of the more recent adaptations of Lovecraft's work have also sought to do. The Mapuche indigenous to this region in real life are mentioned multiple times in the story, and very clearly aren't conflated with the strange cultists of the Elder Gods who live deeper in the jungle.

I would have liked to see a bit more of the Mapuche, and there's still the implication that the New World is an untamed wilderness of nightmares and dark magic, which plays into some colonial tropes. But it's certainly better than the original Lovecraft version of the story. The tale of The Mound and the secrets that lie beneath it are told in effective journal entries with great voice acting, too. I very much enjoyed discovering what was going on little-by-little, and the late game reveals are dramatic and satisfying.

Mortal Peril

Across 18 detailed maps that interconnect into a single large world (though you can only access one section at a time), you go forth on contracts that come with a goal, a potential reward, and a set amount of gear based on how many players are coming along, up to a max of four. I think this way of handling equipment is quite clever. Often there aren't enough weapons for everyone, for example, so you have to decide who in the party is going to be responsible for combat, who's going to hold the lantern in dark areas, and who might simply leave their inventory slots empty to carry more loot. It also makes you try out different equipment and not fall into the rut of bringing the same gear every time.

I ran into an issue with the way contracts work after about 20 hours, though, in that the random assortment offered seems to scale with the character level of the server host. That meant that if I wanted to bring a new friend in who hadn't played before, I might be totally out of Basic and even Medium-difficulty contracts to ease them into things. I appreciate that, in similar co-op horror games like Phasmophobia, I can farm the newbie missions over and over for resources and pick difficulty settings friendly to the allies I've invited along. Especially considering The Mound can be incredibly punishing even on Basic expeditions.

The late game reveals are dramatic and satisfying.

The group I've been playing with is an experienced co-op crew too, with hundreds of hours together in games like Phasmophobia, Lethal Company, Abiotic Factor, and Valheim. We're no greenhorns. And we all came to the conclusion pretty quickly that, to put it bluntly, The Mound is really freaking hard. Some of this can be mitigated by learning how specific mechanics work. For example, there's a timer on most expeditions that we found doesn't really matter at all, and it's much more important to move quietly so as not to upset the deadlier creatures of the forest.
But even when we felt we were doing everything right, sometimes the number and deadliness of enemies simply scales way too quickly to provide a satisfying challenge without feeling overwhelming. When it's four of us against a dozen zombies and there's no room to sneak past or go around, even on the lowest difficulty, what exactly are we supposed to do? And that's assuming you even have Basic contracts left in the ledger to attempt.

The absolute worst are portal missions, which leave you without the usual ox cart to carry your stuff and require you to navigate a modified version of the map covered in purple goo that will kill you instantly if you stand in it for what feels like about three seconds, which then also prevents your friends from getting close enough to revive you. I can't recall ever having a good time on one of these missions, and eventually tried to avoid them whenever possible. We often found ourselves asking after seven or eight failed expeditions if this was really the intended experience or if we were missing some key mechanic that would make it feel fair, and it seems like the answer is the former.

The problem is not so much that Advanced and Legendary missions are really difficult. They should be! I want to have something to strive for. But more that there aren't enough options to tailor the difficulty to your group or mood. The floor is too high. That said, I should mention that there was a fairly big patch about a day before this review went live that tweaked the difficulty, among other things, but it arrived so late that I haven't been able to put that through extensive testing yet. However, it doesn’t seem to be wildly different after a couple expeditions.

Army of Darkness

There is some meta progression between contracts to ease the pressure, but most character levels simply unlock new knife skins that are purely cosmetic. Buying or upgrading gear ahead of a tough map is a nice option, but since you lose all those extras and upgrades on death, it's very easy to fail an Advanced or Legendary contract a few times, wind up broke, and not really have any way to go scrounge up some quick cash in calmer waters before trying again.

It's a shame, because when The Mound isn't being overly oppressive, the tense combat and horror elements work really well together. The variety of enemies is impressive, drawing from the deep corners of the Cthulhu mythos and going all the way from the simplest creepy possessed humans up to some very weird, reality-bending horrors that might not even be possible to kill, making your party navigate around them in specific and clever ways. Resource management is key, and the variable value of treasure leads to thrilling decisions in cases where you're not sure if you've picked up enough to meet your quota yet, but the jungle is getting angry.

It's also difficult to recommend The Mound if you want to play solo. It will spawn an NPC companion to help you out somewhat, but they're not as competent as a human ally, and trying to complete contracts on your own can be a serious trial even though the number of enemies is scaled down a bit. “The co-op game is better in co-op” isn’t exactly a shock, but since they give you the option to fly solo, it’s worth noting all the same.

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Dead Space creator Glen Schofield has announced his retirement from the "day to day work" of the gaming industry.

Schofield took to LinkedIn to break the news with an emotional video, thanking his fans, colleagues, and the industry for supporting him throughout his career. He also took a moment to acknowledge that, although the industry is experiencing a lot of hardships right now, there are still great minds making great games.

Schofield didn't give an explicit reason for his retirement, but he has had a successful 35-year run in the industry. After beginning as an artist, Schofield climbed the ranks before becoming a producer at EA, where he contributed to James Bond and Lord of the Rings games. After his work on Bond, EA gave him the freedom to create a brand-new IP: Dead Space. With the team at Visceral Games, Schofield built one of the scariest video games ever created, and its impact has had a lasting ripple effect. Although it took inspiration from titles like Resident Evil, it was fresh, unique, and most importantly, utterly terrifying.

Following the game's success, Activision recruited Schofield to co-found Sledgehammer Games with his Visceral Games colleague, Michael Condrey. The two worked on a third-person Call of Duty game set in Vietnam for six months before eventually being asked to help co-develop Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 after Infinity Ward imploded in 2010. Despite being very new to the franchise as a creative, Sledgehammer Games helped Infinity Ward deliver a highly successful trilogy capper that also solidified Sledgehammer as one of the core Call of Duty teams.

Schofield went on to lead the development on the innovative, though notably divisive Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare before taking the franchise back to its roots with Call of Duty: WWII in 2017. Schofield eventually departed from Sledgehammer and went back to his own roots with The Callisto Protocol, a Dead Space-inspired sci-fi horror game. It was the last game Schofield helmed, though he made efforts to pitch a fourth Dead Space game to EA around the time of the 2023 remake of the first game.

Schofield contributed a lot to the gaming industry through not only his games, but also his desire to let creativity triumph. His contributions will be missed, but his impact will be felt for years to come.

Cade Onder is a freelancer for IGN's news team. He covers all things entertainment, including gaming, film, and more. You can find him on Twitter @Cade_Onder.

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A brand new Halo multiplayer game has been scrapped, according to sources.

A popular Halo YouTuber known as Rebs Gaming has reported that a new multiplayer project set in the beloved sci-fi universe was recently cancelled. This report was also backed up by Windows Central's Jez Corden, who stated that the news was "100% true."

The new game was codenamed 'Ekur,' and was being worked on by Certain Affinity, a studio that has done a lot of support work on previous Halo and Call of Duty titles. The game's origins began in a totally different project known as 'Tatanka,' which was a battle royale-esque Halo game.

However, that was scrapped in favor of Ekur, which was described as a "super big team battle idea," pulling from Halo's history of large-scale multiplayer modes. Halo 5's Warzone mode was seen as a source of inspiration, as well, and the team also toyed with an extraction mode. The project would've used the map that was built for Tatanka and was being developed in Unreal Engine, not unlike the upcoming Halo: Combat Evolved remake.

It's unclear if the goal was to make a multiplayer Halo game that had a broader appeal after Infinite failed to capture a consistent audience, or if it would've been a premium title. Nevertheless, the project supposedly met its end after development troubles on Campaign Evolved, which pulled staff away from the multiplayer project. Whether this game ever sees the light of day is totally up in the air. It's possible it could be revived, especially as Microsoft is trying to inject some life into its biggest franchises right now. It doesn't seem like this was canned as a result of the recent Xbox reset, so hopefully it can find its way back.

Although Halo Infinite's servers remain active, the game's player base isn't very lively. It seems hard to imagine that Microsoft would want to keep Halo's multiplayer benched for the foreseeable future, especially with a new Xbox console on the horizon. Campaign Evolved is, as the title implies, a single-player game with the option of co-op. But for those craving a competitive PVP multiplayer experience, they'll have to wait a while.

Cade Onder is a freelancer for IGN's news team. He covers all things entertainment, including gaming, film, and more. You can find him on Twitter @Cade_Onder.

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Hunters, rejoice! Capcom is slashing the price of Monster Hunter Wilds and introducing new DLC bundles — but certain versions of the game are disappearing.

Starting August 4, the Monster Hunter Wilds Deluxe Edition, the Monster Hunter Wilds Premium Deluxe Edition, and the Monster Hunter Wilds Cosmetic DLC Pass will no longer be available for purchase.

However, this means that new bundles are on the way. Monster Hunter Wilds Gold Edition, the Monster Hunter Wilds Cosmetic DLC Collection, and the Monster hunter Wilds Extras Cosmetic DLC Pack are entering the fray with content from both the main game and DLC collections, as revealed by the game's official X account on July 13.

Additionally, Monster Hunter Wilds will receive a “permanent” price reduction, also starting on August 4. No other information regarding this decrease has yet been revealed by Capcom, but players have reacted positively to the news on social media.

This news comes on the heels of the title getting announced for the Nintendo Switch 2, which came as welcome news to fans, since it skipped out on the regular Switch at launch (just months before the Switch 2 released in June 2025).

With new pricing and more DLC on the horizon, players have a lot to look forward to. Now, if only Capcom would make it so you don't need to use vouchers to edit your character's apperance...

Virginia (she/her) is IGN’s News Editor. With ten years of experience reporting on games and entertainment, she’s got a storied background in the fighting game community, influencer news, and viral online trends. Find her on Twitter at @TheeMissGlaze.

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On November 13, Magic: The Gathering goes where no Planeswalker has gone before... to the Star Trek Universe. As the last mainline set and Universes Beyond crossover of 2026, the commemorative set caps off Magic's year and celebrates 60 years of the iconic science fiction franchise. Preorders on Amazon are now live, and you can expect plenty of the same sealed product as previous sets to pick from like booster boxes and preconstructed Commander decks.

Star Trek is a main Universes Beyond set that will both introduce new mechanics and bring back plenty of old ones. One of the most prominent is the Spacecraft artifact subtype, making its return on cards like U.S.S. Enterprise-D, Galaxy-Class. But one of the most interesting aspects of Magic's Star Trek set is the new Autograph cards. These are incredibly rare alternate art of creature cards of Captain Kirk, Captain Janeway, and more, which feature actual handwritten autographs from the respective actor's. There will only be just over 200 of these worldwide and are only available in Collector booster packs, so best of luck on your pack-ripping hunts.

While this is the final set for 2026, we do have a helpful roadmap of Magic releases from throughout the year if you need a refresher on what dropped or if you missed out on other expansions.

Star Trek Play and Collector Boosters

The main way to bolster your Magic collection is by cracking open booster packs. Play boosters have cards from the entire main set and are comprised of 15 cards, while Collector booster packs feature the set's rare alternate art cards, foils, and the already-coveted Autograph cards.

Star Trek Commander Decks

Like many other previous Magic releases, Star Trek comes with four preconstructed Commander decks. The characters used as the face Commanders are Captain Picard, Spock, Klingon, and Borg, each using a three-color combination for their card pool. You can also get Collector's Editions of each deck, which include the full 100-card package all in Surge foil.

Star Trek Bundles

Bundles make their return with Star Trek as well. Regular bundles, like other sets, include nine play boosters and foil cards. But here, we get a new bundle: The Beam Me Up Bundle. You'll get everything included in a regular bundle, but it includes a Collector booster and two Beam Me Up foil promo cards.

Star Trek Scene Boxes

The Scene Boxes for Star Trek represent two important moments from throughout the franchise's long history. The Enterprise-Q Scene Box is taken from the classic episode, while the Divergent Timeline Scene Box depicts the crew as seen in J.J. Abrams' modern reboot.

Star Trek Beginner Box

If you or someone you know is new to Magic, or you know a Trekkie looking to sling some cardboard, the Beginner Box has everything you'll need to both start a collection and learn the basics of how a game of Magic is played.

Star Trek Draft Night

Draft Night is much faster alternative to a traditional draft. It's designed around the 4-player Pick Two Draft format, and includes 12 Play booster packs, one Collector booster, and 90 basic lands to play.

Myles Obenza is a freelance writer for IGN. Follow him on Bluesky @mylesobenza.bsky.social.

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We now have our hands on the Nintendo Switch 2, a new console from one of the biggest names in gaming. Alas, a new console is only as valuable as the library of games you can build on it.

Thankfully, Nintendo hasn't been shy about planned releases over the next year. In the second half of 2026, we'll be getting our hands on a mix of Switch 2 exclusives, third-party releases, and the benefit of backward compatibility with any games still launching on the original Switch. Without further ado, here are all of the new Switch 2 games we can look forward to in 2026 and beyond.

All Upcoming Switch 2 Games With Release Dates

Splatoon Raiders (July 23, 2026)*

The next Splatoon game officially has a release date. The Switch 2-exclusive release will be single-player focused, letting you customize and control your own Mechanic, while supporting up to four players in co-op. It also looks to have a particularly big map that you progressively unlock throughout the game.

Big Walk (August 4, 2026)

From the creators of Untitled Goose Game comes what I would affectionately call a new addition to the friendslop genre. Which, again, is not a bad thing. This one lets you join up to 11 (!!) friends in an open world of puzzles and adventures, and of course features some good ol’ proxy chat.

Lies of P: Complete Edition (August 6, 2026)

One of the most beloved Souls-likes is getting a new ‘Complete Edition’ to accompany its launch on Switch 2. This new edition will include the Overture expansion as well as some quality of life improvements unique to the Nintendo console. It will be available to purchase digitally starting August 6, with a physical edition releasing later in October.

The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion Remastered (August 11, 2026)

Oblivion Remastered wasn't necessarily Bethesda's best-kept secret, but the day it 'shadow-dropped' was still one of the cooler Xbox moments in recent history. IGN's 8/10 review calls the full remake “a fantastic modernization” while acknowledging some "jank," including flubs left in for nostalgia's sake.

In a somewhat active statement against the ongoing trend of digitization, Bethesda and Nintendo have confirmed that the Switch 2 edition of the Oblivion remake will be coming on a cartridge, which has already been selling out as a preorder.

Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters (August 27, 2026)

Now this is soccer. Or football. Whatever you want to call it, this game lets you pick from 22 national teams with over 110 playable characters to play it. The Captain Tsubasa sequel will include a singleplayer mode following the rise of the ‘king of sports anime’ (with tons of cut scenes) as well as online multiplayer modes.

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition (August 28, 2026)

While we wait for more news about FromSoftware’s next game, The Duskbloods (which will be a Switch 2 exclusive), we finally know when the GOTY-winning masterpiece that is Elden Ring will be coming to the Nintendo console. The Tarnished Edition will include two new starting classes as well as new armor sets, all of which will also be available as an upgrade for folks who already own the game on PC or other consoles.

Orbitals (September 3, 2026)*

This one caught my attention from its first teaser, in large part because of the particularly clean retro anime art style. Orbitals is an intergalactic adventure built for co-op play in a seemingly similar vein to Hazelight Studios games like Split Fiction and It Takes Two.

RuneScape: Dragonwilds (September 15, 2026)

RuneScape got a bit of a makeover with this new open world crafting and survival game that was initially released last year, and is finally coming to Switch 2 this fall.

Fire Emblem Fortune’s Weave (September 17, 2026)*

We finally have a release date for the next game in the Fire Emblem series, which already happens to be available to preorder. Here’s a snippet of what to expect from the official Nintendo listing: “Worthy fighters from all over the land have come to Dagsion, the capital city of the Dagdan Empire, to compete in the Heroic Games for the chance to win one wish. Among the combatants are four heroes tied to the fate of the world.”

Another Eden Begins (September 17, 2026)

From Masato Kato, the writer behind Chrono Trigger, comes Another Eden Begins, a completely fresh RPG that takes you on a journey across the past, present, and future. Recruit companions from a roster of 18 characters to help you take down the Beast King and find your sister. This one’s got a whopping 10 endings on the menu, though I’m sure some of those are reserved for New Game+.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight (September 18, 2026)

The latest LEGO game finally has a Switch 2 release date. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is truly next level. It blends and parodies classic Batman moments from across all iterations of the caped crusader while also offering a pretty massive plastic version of Arkham to play around in. Even the combat is pretty elaborate, with inspiration from the Arkham games courtesy of development support from Rocksteady Studios.

SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance (September 24, 2026)

SEGA brought back its Shinobi series with the action platformer Art of Vengeance in 2025. We called the new release “a genuinely engaging 2D action platformer that’s beautiful to behold and even better to play” in our review, and it’ll be getting a Switch 2 port later this year.

Minecraft Dungeons II (September 29, 2026)

We called the first Minecraft Dungeons game a “fun dungeon crawler with a simple but tried-and-true set of systems.” The sequel, developed by Mojang and published by Xbox, will be launching across platforms, including Switch 2, this September. Like the first game, the block-based dungeon crawler will support both local and online multiplayer.

007 First Light (September 30, 2026)

Yet another massive multi-platform release, IO Interactive's take on James Bond is launching on Switch 2 several months after its initial release on PC, PS5, and Xbox in late May. The game lets you play out Bond's initial recruitment and rise in the MI6 ranks, featuring Patrick Gibson as the titular spy and Lenny Kravitz as the villain Bawma.

Rayman Legends Retold (October 1, 2026)

Remakes truly are all the rage right now. This one is a 3D reimagining of 2013’s Rayman Legends, which we called a “work of platforming genius” in our original 9.5/10 review.

Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] (October 8, 2026)

The Switch 2 will be getting fresh editions of existing Kingdom Hearts games, which will replace the existing ‘Cloud streaming’ versions that were available on the Switch. Those Cloud versions were notoriously… not great, so here’s to hoping this gives everyone a better shot at the series ahead of Kingdom Hearts 4. The three collections will be available individually or as one big bundle.

Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen (October 9, 2026)

Capcom’s RPG sequel is getting a new ‘Dark Arisen’ edition with fresh content and QOL improvements as it launches on the Switch 2. Jarrett Green reviewed the game for IGN when it was first released on PC, saying that it’s more than anything “a retelling and reimplementation of… wonderful ideas from the 2012 cult-classic.”

Nintendo Switch Sports: Resort (October 22, 2026)*

In the tradition of what I consider some all-time greats, Wii Sports and Wii Sports Resort, Nintendo recently announced Nintendo Switch Sports: Resort. The Switch 2 exclusive will feature 12 sports, a mix of classics like bowling and tennis as well as new sports like thumb wrestling, that use a combination of the Switch 2’s motion and mouse controls.

Final Fantasy Resonance (October 22, 2026)

This new Final Fantasy game technically adapts the FF mobile game Brave Exvius that was discontinued in 2025. More notably, however, it’s the first Final Fantasy game to embrace the new HD-2D graphics system popularized by modern classics like Octopath Traveler.

IGN’s own Michael Higham got the chance to check out the first couple of hours of gameplay, so you can learn more about how this one blends new and old Final Fantasy traditions in our hands-on preview.

One Piece: Grand Gourmet (October 23, 2026)

Yep, it’s a One Piece cooking game. This one feels like a real throwback to the glory days of Flash games, which I deeply appreciate. The management sim puts you in charge of a restaurant, going on expeditions to acquire new ingredients and recipes while encountering over 400 characters from one of the greatest manga (and anime) series of all time.

ANOMALITH (October 28, 2026)

This third-person action shooter puts you in control of 17-year-old Reona Minazuki, a professional ‘Diver’ that explores deadly ‘Anomaly Zones’ for the government while searching for her lost friend. The Steam listing offers the rather interesting description that the game is “steeped in the atmosphere of liminal spaces and Showa-era retro aesthetics.”

Hello Kitty Party Land (October 29, 2026)

Not too long after we got our hands on Hello Kitty Island Adventure, the iconic Sanrio character is returning for yet another cute and cozy game. This one is a party game in the tradition of classics like Mario Party, featuring more than 40 minigames and over 140 Sanrio characters.

Metaphor Re:Fantazio (November 12, 2026)

This new IP from Atlus, best known for the SMT and Persona series, features similar mechanics around turn-based combat and social links. Instead of playing as a high schooler, though, you take on the role of Will, a young man who seeks to bring justice to a fantasy world facing its first version of an election. We gave the game a solid 9/10 when it first dropped on PC, and it even landed as our top RPG of 2024.

Barbie Rewind (November 12, 2026)

This collection will come with 16 classic Barbie games that were originally released between 1991 and 2007, as well as one unreleased game, Barbie: Vacation Adventure. Funnily enough, this happens to be one of the only games daring enough to announce a release date in the November crossfires of GTA 6.

Upcoming Switch 2 Games With Unknown Release Dates

There are plenty more Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 games in development that don’t have a solid release date yet. Here are some more games we know are on the way, including the highly-anticipated 10th generation of Pokémon:

Blythe (she/her) is an Audience Development Coordinator at IGN who spends way too much time in character customization screens and tracking down collectibles.

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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's controversial $85 collection of day one DLC earned Ubisoft an extra $1 million on Steam, it's been reported.

That's according to Alinea Analytics' Rhys Elliott, who has published detailed sales information for the game's PC release. Ubisoft itself has officially trumpeted 2 million sales of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced across all platforms in just 24 hours.

While the game itself has been warmly received, fans have been less impressed by its optional extra packs, which total a collective $85 — more than the game itself.

"Come on Ubisoft you just couldn't hold yourself huh?!" wrote one player via Steam. "Releasing a 70 euro game and on the DAY of the release you slap us with 85 euros worth of DLC packs that are just not cosmetic but give you a gameplay advantage this is why piracy exist and I will be refunding!"

Backlash at the offering has dragged down the game's Steam user review average, with many players upset at the principle of Ubisoft launching Resynced with a more expensive DLC collection than the cost of the base game, as well as the fact that Resynced also highlights these extra packs to players in-game via a pop-up message.

The cheapest of these extra packs, the $4.99 Map Pack, reportedly has a 6.34% Steam attach rate — meaning that around 1 in 15 of players purchased it. (The pack, a mainstay of Assassin's Creed releases, highlights in-game collectibles without the need to discover their locations manually.)

Fewer people purchased the game's various $9.99 cosmetic packs, with an attach rate for each around 2% — around 1 in 50 players. These provide premium skin packs for either Edward Kenway himself or his Jackdaw ship, though offer no real gameplay advantage. Still, for an extra $1m in revenue, you can see why Ubisoft keeps making them.

"We've seen your feedback since launch, and we're reading all of it," a Ubisoft community spokesperson said in a response to the DLC backlash last week. "Thank you for caring this much about Black Flag Resynced. We want to be clear on one point: the standard edition is the full, complete experience. Every mission, every island, the full story and the complete world are all there, with nothing held back. The additional packs are entirely optional extras for players who want them, never a requirement to enjoy or complete the game. We'll keep listening as you play!"

"More than just a shinier version of the same game you remember, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced brings what was already one of the best games in the series up to today’s standards," IGN wrote in our Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced review, rating the game 9/10.

Before you dive into the Golden Age of Piracy, check out our guides on things to do first and tips and tricks to help Edward Kenway's journey be a smooth one. As you explore the Caribbean, make sure you don't miss a single collectible, especially the shanties to keep you and your crew entertained on the high seas. Blow other ships to smithereens with our naval combat guide and save Reales for your next Jackdaw upgrade to be the mightiest pirate you can be.

Tom Phillips is IGN's News Editor. You can reach Tom at tom_phillips@ign.com or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social

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Everything that happens in The Blood of Dawnwalker is rooted in the vampiric takeover of Vale Sangora. During the peak of the Black Death plague, the evil Brencis murdered the valley’s human lord, Skender, and claimed the region for himself. To say he now rules with an iron fist would be putting it too bluntly – this bloodsucker is far more cunning than your regular warlord. Born to nobles during the Roman Empire’s glory years, he’s as cruel as he is dignified, and employs a carefully selected court to aid him in controlling the valley’s population. The people are his flock in both senses of the word; a religious congregation and a blood farm.

It’s safe to say, then, that vampires are very important to the story of The Blood of Dawnwalker. And so developer Rebel Wolves has carefully constructed its own version of the vampire myth to suit its story, crafting a villain that’s both enjoyably familiar and as frighteningly fresh as the blood he feeds on.

“If you were to reduce a vampire to one thing, what is it?” narrative director Jakub Szamalek had asked himself early on in the development process. “I landed on the fangs, the teeth. There's this beautiful myth about Cadmus who, when facing danger, would throw dragon's teeth into the earth and these fully fledged, fully armed warriors would spring up to life and defend him. And I thought that there's something interesting about the idea of teeth as seeds, teeth as the kernel of something.”

In the world of Dawnwalker, a vampire cannot sire a new spawn through bite and blood alone. They must sacrifice a fang, breaking it from their own jaw and burying it in the flesh of their intended. It’s a significant ritual, one not to be taken lightly. And as a result of this being a vampire’s procreation system, they naturally need a lot more teeth than a regular human.

“The older they get, the more teeth they have,” explains Szamalek. “They grow extra rows and, at some point, these teeth start bursting through their skin in weird, unexpected places. Some of the oldest ones are bristling with teeth sticking out of all sorts of weird places, and it turns into body horror.”

While Brencis and his court may be visually repulsive enough to rival horror cinema’s greatest ghouls, Rebel Wolves had to ensure they were compelling villains rather than just targets for your blade. That meant scripting them as people; men and women who have, over hundreds, sometimes thousands of years, been twisted by both the curse of vampirism and the curse of humanity. Each of the court’s four members has their own wants and wishes, backed up by a lifetime of personality flaws.

Some of the oldest vampires are bristling with teeth sticking out of all sorts of weird places.

“I'm allergic to antagonists who are bad for the sake of being bad, and then they make illogical decisions just to deepen their badness,” says Szamalek. “I wanted Brencis to feel like a very rational actor who has a particular goal. He does want to take over and he does want to become a feudal Lord in this little valley, but he doesn't have some ‘mwahaha’ supervillain plan to kill everyone or destroy the world. He wants to turn his valley from a classical medieval feudal order into a new system that he's inventing, which we can call vampiric feudalism, where you pay taxes and blood and you swear allegiance to your vampire Lord.”

That brings us to how the vampire court shapes the structure of The Blood of Dawnwalker’s campaign. The game’s menu features a page depicting a web of quests with Brencis at the centre. Discover and complete each of the web’s quests and you’ll work your way up to his trio of lieutenants: Ambrus, Xanthe, and Bakir. Through defeating them, you’ll weaken Brencis and thus make your final confrontation with him at his castle much easier.

“We divided the valley into fiefdoms,” explains creative director Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz. “Each vampire has their own fiefdom, each vampire has their own responsibilities. One of them takes care of the food supply. I like to say another is the ‘PR guy’, because he takes care of managing the rewards and punishments in the valley and keeping people in check so they don't rise up.

“There is another one, I call her the ‘R&D vampire’ because she's doing a lot of research and development into what they can use to empower the regime, but also how to empower themselves versus their personal power. Each of them has a specific role in the organization.”

“It was also a cool way to structure the open world content,” he adds. “It’s not just a set of activities that are not tied together thematically. All of these pieces of this regime are kind of built into the open world and feed into this theme.”

Tomaszkiewicz is keen to emphasise that all the vampire court quests, while helpful for breaking down each branch of Brencis’ castle defences, are ultimately optional. “You don't have to dismantle those levels of power. You can just stay under the radar, and choose to attack the castle while it's at full power. It's difficult but doable.”

It makes sense to weaken Brencis’ defences, then – a straight-to-the-castle run sounds great as a replay challenge, but not ideal for your first playthrough. There are consequences to disrupting the activities of vampire lords, though. They’re hardly going to sit back and watch you tear up all their work, are they? And so as you pick your way through a fiefdom and interrupt one of the three lieutenant's operations, you’ll build up their anger meter. Eventually, the region’s leader will become so furious that they’ll confront you in person. What you do with such an opportunity is up to you – perhaps striking a deal with them is more effective for your personal plans than driving a stake into their heart.

The anger system governs each fiefdom, but there’s a similar system tied to the valley as a whole: Infamy. “You will become more known in the valley,” reveals Tomaszkiewicz. “You have these edicts that Brencis will enforce as you cross certain thresholds in the infamy track. These are supposed to hamper your progress, make your life more difficult.”

Brencis may be a tyrant, but many people in the valley are his willing servants. After all, his supernatural powers rid the region of a deadly plague, and unlike the previous human lords, he doesn’t really care about money. “They're happy for you to keep your earnings; they just want you to pay blood,” says Szamalek. “And to a lot of people, it is a very attractive proposition. I think this explores the perennial question of safety versus liberty, and how much of our liberty are we willing to give up in order to feel safe?”

With that in mind, many in the valley will happily hunt you down if Brencis puts a bounty on your head. Higher infamy levels will result in the fanged lord’s loyal soldiers killing you on sight. Become too much of a thorn in the regime’s side and Brencis may even order an entire city be put on lockdown, making your navigation through the world and access to certain quests more difficult. It's these kinds of consequences that may have some players thinking that they should avoid building infamy at all costs. And while that’s a perfectly valid option – the aforementioned “under the radar” approach provides its own multitude of options – being infamous is not all bad.

“Some NPCs that are really on Brencis’ side might dislike you more, but it might be easier to intimidate them because you’re now famous as this really badass troublemaker,” Tomaszkiewicz explains.

“There are certain groups in the valley that dislike Brencis like you do, and they might be more compelled to actually work with you if you accumulated enough infamy, and doing so might unlock certain perks with them as well,” he adds.

All this paints a picture of an RPG that’s made up of many, many intricate systems. There’s the narrative sandbox – the idea that all quests are optional, and that failing quests can still lead to progress – and the much-debated time progression system, both of which will be explored in detail later on in this month’s IGN First. Those systems are linked to this fiefdom structure, where dynamic anger and infamy meters change the way the world reacts to you, providing different opportunities within the sandbox. There’s a lot of ambition on display here, and if nothing else, The Blood of Dawnwalker will very likely be the year’s most interesting RPG.

Matt Purslow is IGN's Executive Editor of Features.

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England footballing legend David Beckham will soon be available to buy in Fortnite.

Beckham announced the collaboration himself today via a post on his Instagram, apparently showing him working on designs for his Fortnite skin. "Working on my new Fortnite character," Becks captioned the post. "Available very soon."

A closer look at Fortnite's plans suggest that the game will introduce two separate Beckham skins, allowing you to play as the former England captain wearing his iconic number 7 shirt, or alternatively wearing a suit and tie — as fans will have seen him in the stands watching games at this World Cup.

A brief video attached the post seems to show this suited version of Beckham in action, as the real-life superstar peers into a mirror.

Of course, the timing of Beckham joining Fortnite comes just as England seek to continue their World Cup campaign against Argentina in tomorrow's semi-final. It would be nice if England is still in the World Cup by the time Beckham's skin releases — which now won't be until at least Thursday, when the game's next patch arrives.

Beckham will join the many real-life athletes, popstars, actors and icons in Fortnite already, with everyone from Lady Gaga to Darth Vader included. Other sporting heroes already represented in Fortnite including England's current captain Harry Kane, as well as his Argentine rival Lional Messi. Here's hoping tomorrow isn't an actual deathmatch.

Image credit: Richard Pelham/Getty Images.

Tom Phillips is IGN's News Editor. You can reach Tom at tom_phillips@ign.com or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social

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Rockstar's $80 price for Grand Theft Auto 6 is less than half what the game is worth, one analyst has suggested.

Asked about GTA 6's much-discussed price point, analyst Ben Thompson, who is behind the Stratechery newsletter, told TBPN that Rockstar should have sold the game for more — a lot more. And while there is that $100 Ultimate Edition also available, Thompson believes even this is priced far too low.

Arguing that the game is the work of a decade of human "blood, sweat and tears", and completed largely before the widespread proliferation of AI game development tools, Thompson said that Rockstar's highly-anticipated project should be valued at more like $200.

"Rockstar is charging way too little for this game," Thompson said. "They should be charging like $200 for this game.

"GTA 6 is the last great game," he continued. "It was mostly all made pre-AI. It is the pinnacle of triple-A craftsmanship. Years and years and years of blood, sweat, and tears. To the extent where you have the Twitter analysts counting cigarette butts outside Rockstar's offices to see how much crunch are they in right now."

Rockstar confirmed GTA 6's $80 price (and $100 Ultimate Edition) last month after mounting speculation over how much the company would ultimately charge. There had been plenty of discussion around GTA 6 being priced higher than any other game before it, in order to earn back as much of its enormous development costs as quickly as possible. (Estimates have placed its development and marketing costs anywhere between $1 billion and $2 billion.)

But the majority of analysts agreed that Rockstar would likely stay conservative in its pricing, in order to get the game in the hands of as many players as possible. Price GTA 6 at $100 and millions would still buy it, sure, but some would be put off — players who could have become lucrative sources of further income down the road.

While the portion of GTA 6 available at launch will be single-player, Rockstar will undoubtedly be eyeing similar profits to those reaped by GTA 5's multiplayer portion in the long-term, whenever the next version of GTA Online arrives.

"I feel compelled to buy GTA 6 just in honor of it existing, even if I don't know if I'll ever play it," Thompson concluded. "And I'll be happy to pay $200." Previously, IGN polled analysts on whether GTA 6's $80 price point had opened the door to more expensive games — here's what they said.

The past few weeks have seen a flood of information on GTA 6 materialize, as Rockstar finally begins the game's lengthy marketing campaign ahead of its long-awaited launch this November. While new screenshots of the game look stunning, fans have criticized Rockstar's decision to sell physical copies with a download code inside rather than a disc, something that perhaps makes more sense following Sony's shock announcement today that it will eventually kill off PS5 game discs. Indeed, there's no sign of a disc-based GTA 6 launch happening down the line, either.

There's been more drama behind the scenes, too, as more Rockstar employees attempt to unionize. Oh, and don't expect the game to run at 60fps on current consoles, either.

Tom Phillips is IGN's News Editor. You can reach Tom at tom_phillips@ign.com or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social

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PlayStation has announced just a few weeks ahead of launch that the PlayStation FlexStrike Fight Stick has been delayed indefinitely and will no longer release on on August 6th. The delay is down to a production delay with PlayStation wanting to spend more time polishing the product before it launches. It’s unclear if this means that there was a fault found during production, or what the situation is, but we’ll let you know when we have an updated release date. […]

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Although it’s far from confirmed that we’re in for more Kingdom Hearts 4 news, it has been confirmed that a Kingdom Hearts retrospective panel will be one of the events to headline next month’s D23. Referred to as a “deep dive” into the franchise’s history, the panel’s description reads: “Join us for a journey through light and darkness as we commemorate 25 years of Kingdom Hearts. Discover how this saga united Disney, Pixar, and Square Enix, with insights from the […]

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Bully, or Canis Canem Edit, has always been a weird, crowned jewel from the Rockstar back catalogue, giving a small slice-of-life experience about the trials of school life and how fitting in is never straightforward; a most relatable trope. It was fun to stick to your timetable, overachieve in class, while taking the opportunity to cause chaos in those moments between. I expect Agefield High might lean more into the rebellious hijinks of it all, as it also wears its […]

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After 10 years of being part of Australia’s largest media company, we’ve gone independent. We’ve loved bringing you curated gaming news with an Aussie spin, the latest bargains, round-ups from huge events that take place in the middle of the night and game reviews and would love to keep doing it. We’ve given so much to Press Start over the last 13 years and we didn’t think we’d ever have the opportunity to own the brand again. We’re so thankful […]

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After recently pairing up to recreate the epic final battle from Ocarina of Time between Link and Ganondorf, Nintendo and LEGO are seemingly working together again to recreate a Donkey Kong arcade cabinet. According to the Legoleak subreddit, the set will include just over 1,300 pieces and will be released in August to coincide with the 45th anniversary of the great ape’s arcade debut back in 1981. Mario: 72051 Donkey Kong Arcade Set Image (via u/Gupytex) byu/CarterBricks04 inLegoleak As seen […]

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The ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo is one of the coolest tech products that I’ve used so far this year when its two displays, and if you are interested but were put off by the price, it’s up to $3,000 off this week. GX651AX-SR004W 16 3K OLED 120Hz / U9-386H / RTX 5090 / LPDDR5X 64GB / 2TB SSD / Stellar Grey $9,999 ($3,000 off) GX651AR-SR002W 16 3K OLED 120Hz / U9-386H / RTX 5070 Ti / LPDDR5X 32GB / 1TB […]

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The Anker 737 Power Bank AKA the GOAT power bank is currently $50 off on Amazon and can be picked up for just $109. Given this used to retail for nearly $200, this is a great deal on a fantastic power bank that can be used for pretty much everything. This ends tonight, so jump in and grab it. Anker 737 140w Power Bank – $109 (save $56)  The 140w power bank can charge the Nintendo Switch 2, MacBooks, the Steam […]

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Prime Day has been running for almost a full week and it’s finally over ending on Monday, July 13th at 11:59pm AEST. As always, you need to have a Prime account and you can register for a free trial HERE lasting 30 days which will take you through to the end of Prime Day if you’re wanting to see what it’s all about.  There’s also a gift card deal where you can get a $10 promo credit when you spend […]

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\n"},{"title":"The Epic Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time LEGO Set Is $62 Off For Prime Day","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/07/11/the-epic-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-lego-set-is-62-off-for-prime-day/","date":"Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:55:00 +0000","desc":"\"LEGO

The stunning 1003 piece LEGO set focused on The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is 27% off on Amazon for Prime Day down to $136 with free shipping using code TOY8.  The set shows off The Final Battle including Link, Zelda and Ganondorf minifigures, Navi the Fairy, brick-built Ganon, the Megaton Hammer and recovering hearts. If it’s anything like the Deku set now that has now been sunsetted and won’t be produced, this will definitely be one to own […]

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Last year’s DOOM: The Dark Ages was a significant departure from 2020’s DOOM Eternal. Where Eternal is an exercise in lethal precision and efficiency in how you dispatch demons and approach arenas, The Dark Ages feels more flexible and less prescriptive in its sprawling levels and approach to combat and weapon sandbox. It’s an experience I immensely enjoyed, but it never quite reached the heights that Eternal did for me personally. As DLC to the base game, DOOM: The Dark […]

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EB Games stunned customers earlier this week with its Pokemon 30th Anniversary TCG prices being twice that of other retailers, but it has now published a statement from the Managing Director walking back those prices and stating that it was part of the plan to weed out scalpers and ensure that the cards go to the fans. View this post on Instagram The full statement as well the new prices can be found below: EB GAMES POKEMON 30TH ANNIVERSARY TCG […]

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Call Of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 have today made their long-awaited PS4 and PS5 debut and there’s some launch discounts to celebrate the release. Both games are available for $29.97 AUD for PlayStation Plus members until August 7th in which they’ll go up to $59.95 each (the price for non-subscribers). Those that want the full experience can get a Season Pass for each game at a lower price of $15.82 for PlayStation Plus subscribers until August 7th […]

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Thanks to Ubisoft, we have a one of a kind Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced PC built by Aftershock to give away. The PC is worth $6,000 and is built in a treasure chest featuring Edward’s hidden blade, and incredible components such as the Asus RTX 5070 Prime OC and AMD Ryzen 7 7700 surrounded by gold coins. WIN ASSASSIN’S CREED BLACK FLAG PC WIN: Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced One-Of-A-Kind PC This competition is open to Australian residents only. […]

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League of Legends’ wildly popular trading card game, Riftbound, is about to kick off its fourth set in the way of Vendetta – where clashes between former friends, immortal enemies and members of the same family will make their marks on the battlefields and where rivalries will persist long after the games have ended. Like all new sets, Vendetta is bringing with it a whole slew of new mechanics and ways to play, like enemy-colour-pair Legends and New Abilities, and […]

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Xbox is going through a massive restructure with fresh layoffs shaking the industry, and PlayStation has confirmed it’s ending support for physical discs on PS5. On this episode of The Press Start Podcast, we break down what both moves mean for gamers, whether Xbox’s shake-up can actually save the brand, and if the death of physical media is the beginning of the end for game ownership. THIS WEEK’S TOPICS 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:27 Xbox Lays-off 3000+ Employees And Sells Off […]

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Of all the Assassin’s Creed games for Ubisoft to remake, it may seem strange to start with Black Flag on the surface. When you look a little deeper, though, it makes perfect sense. It has almost no narrative prerequisites, as it stands on its own just fine; it’s one of the highest-rated games in the series, and many fans of the franchise consider it the best entry. This also means that a lot is riding on a full remaking of […]

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The cheapest Australian copy of Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced, starting with local retailers and finishing off with digital-only prices. We will update with new & special prices if they emerge post-launch. Polish up the ole peg leg as Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced hits shelves for PS5, Xbox Series X|S & PC on July 9th, 2026. EB Games has a trade deal available, pre-order DLC shown below. BLACK FLAG RESYNCED CHEAPEST AUSTRALIAN COPY TARGET will have the best launch […]

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There have been a bunch of new Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves leaks today including the revelation that the games will have 300 new Pokemon both in the way of brand new Pokemon and new special weather form Pokemon. This would by far make it the most new Pokemon in any new generation with gen 5 having 156 new Pokemon (the most of any generation) and the latest gen having only 120 new Pokemon. It’s said that the game was […]

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\n"},{"title":"The Nothing Phone (4b) And Ear (3a) Were Just Revealed And Are The New Budget Kings","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/tech-news/2026/07/08/the-nothing-phone-4b-and-ear-3a-were-just-revealed-and-are-the-new-budget-kings/","date":"Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:05:57 +0000","desc":"\"Nothing

Nothing has announced two new products and in classic Nothing fashion, there’s a lot to like for both of them. Nothing Phone (4b) New Features The Nothing Phone (4b) features a Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 processor with an updated Glpyh Bar that is 40% brighter thanks to 45 individually controllable mini LEDs. It has a 6.77-inch 120hz Super AMOLED display with 2,000 nits of peak brightness, a 50MP main camera and an ultra-wide lens and a 5,200mAh battery which is […]

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There’s a major Telstra outage this morning that is causing issues Australia wide. There’s an issue affecting mobile calls, data connections that then extends to the likes of train system and eftpos machines with payments and train services unable to run. It also extends further with the likes of emergency services having issues with ambulances and fire trucks. A Telstra spokesperson had the below to say: “We’re looking into an issue affecting some mobile calls and data connections. If you’re […]

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Vampires suck. If you ever needed reminding, both in the literal blood-draining sense and the figurative “what an absolute pack of a-holes” sense, The Blood of Dawnwalker wastes no time catching you up. Within minutes I’d watched soldiers reduced to chunky salsa, a plague-stricken child cured by force-feeding her vampire blood, and a tyrannical human kingdom replaced by something that somehow looked even worse. Four hours later, I walked away convinced Rebel Wolves has one of the most fascinating RPG […]

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LEGO has just revealed four new Pokemon sets including a Poke Ball set that include Eevee and Pikachu minifigures inside as well as Rayquaza, Arcanine and Munchlax sets. NEW LEGO POKEMON SETS Iconic Trainer Moments Pokeball – $429.99 Munchlax – $119.99 Arcanine – $149.99 Rayquaza – $229.99 The highlight is absolutely the Pokeball set which has 2,386 pieces that includes Red, Picnicker, Professor Oak, Eevee and Pikachu minifigures. You can open the Poke Ball to reveal a fight scene on […]

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he newly released Belkin Nintendo Switch 2 Charging Case Pro is $50 off for Prime Day alongside a bunch of other Belkin Switch 2 products. Belkin Nintendo Switch 2 Charging Case Pro – $99 ($50 off) Belkin Tempered Glass Nintendo Switch 2 Screen Protector – $22 (8% off) Belkin Nintendo Switch 2 Charging Case – $67 (31% off) Belkin Nintendo Switch 2 travel Case With Airtag Holder – $26 (10% off) The new case has a 10,000 mAh power bank […]

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Amazon Prime Day is live. Just like last year, Prime Day will last almost a full week running until Monday, July 13th at 11:59pm AEST. As always, you need to have a Prime account and you can register for a free trial HERE lasting 30 days which will take you through to the end of Prime Day if you’re wanting to see what it’s all about.  There’s also a gift card deal where you can get a $10 promo credit […]

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Nintendo has announced several changes that will hit the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2 and its line of accessories that will come into play in the EU due to European battery regulations. The main one hardware being updated to include a user upgradeable battery with the Nintendo Switch 2, Joy-Con 2, Switch 2 Pro Controller and 64/GameCube controllers all being updated, and will all hit at different times starting later this year. It’s unclear if these products will roll out […]

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It’s been rumoured with speculation swirling for weeks, but Xbox has just published a blog post containing an email that was sent to all staff that details 1,600 jobs being cut today, and an additional 1,600 that will be cut in the coming months as well as 4-5 studios that will be leaving Xbox. Double Fine and Compulsion Games will return to their original management with their IP, cataloog as well as runway for their next games, with Ninja Theory […]

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\n"},{"title":"Amazon Prime Day Starts Tonight And There’s Already Deals Live","link":"https://press-start.com.au/bargains/2026/07/06/amazon-prime-day-starts-tonight-and-theres-already-deals-live/","date":"Mon, 06 Jul 2026 03:08:23 +0000","desc":"\"Prime

Amazon Prime Day is just hours away. Just like last year, Prime Day will last almost a full week. It will begin at Tuesday, July 7th at 00:01am AEST and last until Monday, July 13th at 11:59pm AEST. As always, you need to have a Prime account and you can register for a free trial HERE lasting 30 days which will take you through to the end of Prime Day if you’re wanting to see what it’s all about.  There’s […]

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\n"},{"title":"Aussie Pokemon 30th Anniversary TCG Set Pre-Orders Are Live Again At JB Hi-Fi","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/07/06/aussie-pokemon-30th-anniversary-tcg-set-pre-orders-are-live-again-at-jb-hi-fi/","date":"Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:38:54 +0000","desc":"\"Pokemon

UPDATE: Sets are once again live at JB Hi-Fi again. You can access the entire range on JB HI-Fi HERE or at the below links.  September 16 Elite Trainer Box EX Box – Sylveon ex & Greninja ex Binder Collection Poster Collection Knock Out Collection Tech Sticker Collection October 2 Booster Bundle Mini Tin – Celebi Mini Tin – Pikachu Mini Tin – Piplup Mini Tin – Ho-Oh Mini Tin – Charizard Mini Tin – Mewtwo Mini Tin – Lucario […]

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\n"},{"title":"The AYANEO Next 2 Handheld Looks Incredible But Will Cost Up To $7,600","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/tech-news/2026/07/05/the-ayaneo-next-2-handheld-looks-incredible-but-will-cost-up-to-7600/","date":"Sun, 05 Jul 2026 06:35:10 +0000","desc":"\"AYANEO

AYANEO has lifted the lid on its AYANEO Next 2 handheld which will start shipping this month and whilst the handheld looks incredibly, the price (as expected), is also fairly incredible and not in a good way. The company famously had to suspend pre-orders because the price of components of the handheld had doubled, but it did honour those prices for those who had already ordered and re-opened pre-orders for the middle model although the price is reflective of this. […]

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\n"},{"title":"Captain America’s Huge Hog Looks To Have Been Nerfed Because Nothing Nice Is Allowed Anymore","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/2026/07/05/captain-americas-huge-hog-looks-to-have-been-nerfed-because-nothing-nice-is-allowed-anymore/","date":"Sun, 05 Jul 2026 06:05:43 +0000","desc":"\"Captain

UPDATE: After going extremely viral, it looks as though Captain America’s huge hog has been nerfed with an update. It’s unclear if it was originally meant to be this big and so low hanging, as it has been noted that it clipped through the chair originally, so maybe that’s why it has been updated. look what the pathetic and hypocritical straight men did… I WANT A REFUND OF THIS SKIN IMMEDIATELY #MarvelRivals pic.twitter.com/FghTFmb2Cc — Ari ? ???? (@ScarletSwift89) July 4, 2026 […]

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It’s been a heavy week for gamers on the internet, so in a lighter note, Marvel Rivals may have just saved the week with a brand new Captain America swimsuit skin that paints him in a totally new light. The new skin is part of a Seaside Sentinel Bundle which shows Cap wearing a one piece swimsuit, complete with his hairy body showing as well as a heavy, heavy piece of anatomy and a matching thicc booty to match as […]

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Fighting games usually force you to pick a lane. They’re either approachable enough for newbies to button mash their way through an evening with mates, or they’re so mechanically dense people start seeing trig and algebra equations manifest around your head. After spending 45 minutes going hands-on with Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls at PlayStation AU’s HQ, I’m convinced Arc System Works has found the sweet spot. I was happily flinging Magneto’s magnetic debris around and raining lasers from the sky […]

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\n"},{"title":"EB Games Are Selling The 30th Anniversary Pokemon Sets At Double The MSRP","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/07/03/eb-games-are-selling-the-30th-anniversary-pokemon-sets-at-double-the-msrp/","date":"Fri, 03 Jul 2026 01:03:45 +0000","desc":"\"Pokemon

The 30th Anniversary Pokemon TCG sets went live this morning on both EB Games and JB Hi-Fi, and not only were EB Games once again requiring EB World Plus membership, it was also charging double (or a little bit below in some cases), what JB Hi-Fi were charging and the MSRP. This is true across the board, although the most glaring example is the ETB which is $199 at EB Games in comparison to $100 at JB Hi-Fi as well […]

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\n"},{"title":"Aussie Pokemon 30th Anniversary TCG Set Pre-Orders Are Live Now","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/07/03/aussie-pokemon-30th-anniversary-tcg-set-pre-orders-are-up-on-eb-games-now/","date":"Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:12:54 +0000","desc":"\"Pokemon

EB Games and JB Hi-Fi have announced that the Pokemon 30th Anniversary TCG sets are live on the website now. This includes the Elite Trainer Box, all of the different mini tins, booster bundles, a bunch of poster/binder collections and other goodies that will all release between September and December. As with all Pokemon TCG drops on EB Games, you’ll need an EB World Plus membership to access these and the queues are currently over an hour long to access […]

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\n"},{"title":"Aussie Gamers Will Be Hit By The End Of Physical Game Discs More Than Other Major Markets","link":"https://press-start.com.au/features/2026/07/02/aussie-gamers-will-be-hit-by-the-end-of-physical-game-discs-more-than-other-major-markets/","date":"Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:57:15 +0000","desc":"\"PlaySTation

PlayStation announced that it would no longer product discs for games that launch beyond January 2028 presumably signaling that its next console (and its rumoured handheld) would play games digitally, meaning that games will only be able to be purchased for PlayStation from the PlayStation Store and as digital codes from retailers, signaling the end of the disc as we know it. As sad as it is, it is hard to argue against this move on paper with over 85% […]

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\n"},{"title":"The PlayStation Store Is Closing For The PS3 And Vita","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/07/01/the-playstation-store-is-closing-for-the-ps3-and-vita/","date":"Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:27:22 +0000","desc":"\"PlayStation

In addition to the news that the physical discs will no longer be produced past the end of next year, PlayStation has also announced that it will close the PS3 and PlayStation Vita stores. This will start in certain regions in August of 2026, but it wont hit Australia until July 2027. From this point onwards, you won’t be able to make new content purchases on both the PS3 and Vita and will only be able to download your existing […]

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\n"},{"title":"Physical Discs Will No Longer Be Produced For All PlayStation Consoles From The End Of Next Year","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/07/01/physical-discs-will-no-longer-be-produced-for-all-playstation-consoles-from-the-end-of-next-year/","date":"Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:17:18 +0000","desc":"\"PlaySTation

Following on from the news that Grand Theft Auto 6 wouldn’t come on a physical disc, PlayStation has announced that from 2028, all new games released on PlayStation consoles will no longer be released on physical discs. Starting from January 2028, you’ll only be able to buy games in the PlayStation Store or in a digital format at retailers and this will impact all games, first-party and otherwise. It’s said that this is a natural direction for Sony to adapt […]

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\n"},{"title":"Rhythm Paradise Groove Review – Just The Right Amount Of Challenge","link":"https://press-start.com.au/reviews/nintendo-switch-2-reviews/2026/07/01/rhythm-paradise-groove-review-just-the-right-amount-of-challenge/","date":"Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:00:47 +0000","desc":"\"rhythm

Rhythm games can be absolutely humbling at times; there’s nothing worse than going into a game thinking something will be pretty easy, only to completely flop at it and truly realise how bad you are. It’s the reason I stayed away from most rhythm games – despite how fun they look from afar, I know that the moment the controller is in my hand, I’m about to deliver one of the worst rhythm sessions you’ll ever see.?? Thankfully, Rhythm Paradise […]

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\n"},{"title":"Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Is Packed With Incredible Cards","link":"https://press-start.com.au/features/2026/07/01/magic-the-gathering-marvel-super-heroes-is-packed-with-incredible-cards/","date":"Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:22:15 +0000","desc":"\"\"

Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes is easily one of the strongest Universes Beyond releases since Final Fantasy and quite a massive step up from their previous Spider-Man set. The set is massive, featuring more than 500 cards packing lots of personality from heroes to villains across the universe with lots of fan favourites hitting the battlefield. While players have plenty of characters and deck ideas to build around, the set also features a handful of chase cards that have […]

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\n"},{"title":"Splatoon Raiders Hands-On Preview – Fresh Yet Familiar","link":"https://press-start.com.au/previews/2026/07/01/splatoon-raiders-hands-on-preview-fresh-yet-familiar/","date":"Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:00:26 +0000","desc":"\"Splatoon

I’ve not been the biggest Splatoon player, but I’ve at least dabbled in all of them, with most of my time spent in Salmon Run and I feel like Splatoon Raiders will feel good for anyone that was a fan of Salmon Run, the singe-player missions in Splatoon 3 or just the game in general, but this is a single-player first game in the best way possible. The general premise for Splatoon Raiders is dropping in on levels to collect […]

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\n"},{"title":"The Steam Machine Companion Cube Has Been Cancelled After Valve Pulled The Plug","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/tech-news/2026/06/30/the-steam-machine-companion-cube-has-been-cancelled-after-valve-pulled-the-plug/","date":"Tue, 30 Jun 2026 04:15:51 +0000","desc":"\"Steam

Dbrand has confirmed that the Steam Machine Companiion Cube which recieved over 100,000 pre-saves and went on pre-order last week will sadly no longer be produced. This was the second-fastest selling in Dbrand’s 15 year history only behind the Switch 2 Killswitch, but even though the company spent months and months and countless hours building the product, it never got approval from Valve, which reached out after pre-orders went live to say that Dbrand could not sell it. Dbrand subsequently […]

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\n"},{"title":"State Of Decay Studio Undead Labs Is Apparently Also Facing Closure At Xbox","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/2026/06/30/state-of-decay-studio-undead-labs-is-apparently-also-facing-closure-at-xbox/","date":"Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:27:32 +0000","desc":"\"State

Following on from recent news that several studios, including Ninja Theory, Double Fine, and Compulsion Games, were all in the gun at Xbox and facing closure if deals couldn’t be reached that’d see them spin off, be bought, or regain independence, word has filtered through that Undead Labs, the studio behind the State of Decay series, is in a similar predicament. As reported by Games Beat, the Seattle-based studio is also searching for a buyer. As recently as three months […]

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\n"},{"title":"A Nintendo Direct Focusing On Splatoon Raiders Is Happening Tonight And Here’s All The Aussie Times","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/06/30/a-nintendo-direct-focusing-on-splatoon-raiders-is-happening-tonight-and-heres-all-the-aussie-times/","date":"Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:41:17 +0000","desc":"\"Splatoon

Nintendo has confirmed that a Nintendo Direct focusing on the upcoming Splatoon Raiders will take place later tonight. The Direct will happen at midnight and feature 15 minutes of new information on the game and then be followed by a 30 minute Nintendo Treehouse presentation showcasing the game being played life. SPLATOON RAIDERS NINTENDO DIRECT AUSSIE TIMES AEST (VIC/TAS/NSW/QLD) – Wednesday, July 1st at 12:00am ACST (SA/NT) – Tuesday, June 30th at 11:30pm AWST (WA) – Tuesday, June 30th at 10:00pm WHERE […]

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\n"},{"title":"Games Coming Out In July 2026 That You Should Be Excited For","link":"https://press-start.com.au/features/2026/06/30/games-coming-out-in-july-2026-that-you-should-be-excited-for/","date":"Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:36:42 +0000","desc":"\"Games

With the first half of the year in the rearview, it’s absolutely fair to say we’ve had some banger months and some unexpectedly excellent games that’ll find themselves in contention when it comes to discussing Game of the Year in just a handful of months. Although we know what awaits us in September and, of course, November, July does feel like the beginnings of a gentle ramp-up to a busy end of year. Ubisoft is looking to remain afloat with […]

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\n"},{"title":"There’s No Current Plans For A Grand Theft Auto 6 Disc Edition","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/06/28/theres-no-current-plans-for-a-grand-theft-auto-6-disc-edition/","date":"Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:01:55 +0000","desc":"\"Grand

There’s been a lot of confusion with the Grand Theft Auto 6 launch and whether there would be a disc coming post launch, and a report from The Hollywood Reporter seems to have put that to bed. Confusion began earlier this week when Rockstar Support replied to a customer saying that “you will be able to acquire a physical copying during the following months” which people took to mean that Rockstar was planning to release a disc edition, but this […]

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\n"},{"title":"Steam Machine Reservation Emails Have Gone Out So Check Your Inbox","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/tech-news/2026/06/27/steam-machine-reservation-emails-have-gone-out-so-check-your-inbox/","date":"Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:43:10 +0000","desc":"\"Steam

UPDATE: Valve has now sent out emails to anyone who registered for a Steam Machine. The email either was one that said you were on the reservation list and that an email would be sent in the coming weeks with a link to purchase, or it was an email that said that you were chosen what is currently beyond the current production run. Interestingly enough, people that selected multiple options were picked for the highest tier if they were drawn […]

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\n"},{"title":"Aussie Pre-Orders For The Powerful MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Are Now Live","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/tech-news/2026/06/26/aussie-pre-orders-for-the-powerful-msi-claw-8-ex-ai-are-now-live/","date":"Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:21:45 +0000","desc":"\"MSI

MSI has today announced that pre-orders for the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ are live. This is one of the first handhelds to feature the new Intel ARc G3 Extreme chip which is set to be just as powerful as the Z2 Extreme chip whilst using half the power. MSI CLAW 8 EX AI+ AUSTRALIAN PRICE The price comes in at a fairly hefty $2,749 AUD for the base unit, or $2,849 for the launch pack which includes a case, […]

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\n"},{"title":"Xbox Series X|S Consoles Just Got Another Massive Price Increase","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2026/06/26/xbox-series-xs-consoles-just-got-another-massive-price-increase/","date":"Fri, 26 Jun 2026 02:30:14 +0000","desc":"\"Xbox

Just over a year after the last price increase, Xbox has announced that it is raising the price of the Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X and discontinuing the 2TB Xbox Series X. This will all come into effect on August 1st. Whilst we don’t have Australian prices yet, it’s a fairly significant jump with prices increasing by $100-$150 USD depending on the console. NEW XBOX SERIES X|S CONSOLE PRICES Series S 512GB: $499 USD (~$699 AUD) Series S 1TB: […]

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\n"},{"title":"Amazon Has Dropped A Slightly Better Grand Theft Auto 6 Pre-Order Price","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/06/26/amazon-has-dropped-a-slightly-better-grand-theft-auto-6-pre-order-price/","date":"Fri, 26 Jun 2026 01:47:04 +0000","desc":"\"Grand

Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders dropped earlier this week with an RRP of $130, but Amazon has dropped a slightly better pre-order deal at $125 with free shipping. Grand Theft Auto 6 (PS5) – $125 with free shipping Grand Theft Auto 6 (XSX) – $125 with free shipping Obviously, Amazon offer a pre-order price guarantee as well, so if it does drop even further between when you pre-order and release, it’ll automatically drop in price for your pre-order. It’s been […]

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Following Bungie ceasing active support for Destiny 2 last month, and with the studio still in the incubation stages for future projects, it has reorganised its workforce, leading to significant layoffs. Worst hit is the Destiny team, which has been all but disbanded. The team handling Marathon, the studio’s live-service extraction shooter that has struggled to gain traction in the market, has also seen some redundancies. The studio’s head, Justin Truman, who succeeded Pete Parsons last year, has also stood down from […]

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\n"},{"title":"These Star Fox Plushies Are Bloody Cute","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/06/26/these-star-fox-plushies-are-bloody-cute/","date":"Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:32:16 +0000","desc":"\"Star

With the release of Star Fox this week, Nintendo has opened pre-purchases on a bunch of adorable plush toys, designed after the game’s titular crew. Quite frankly, run, don’t walk, because these things are cute as hell. Players can get the band together with plush toys for Fox McCloud, Falco Lombardi, Peppy Hare, and Slippy Toad. They measure 25cm, will cost AUD $39 each, and the estimated dispatch date is mid-September. Fox McCloud (25cm) Falco Lombari (25cm) Peppy Hare (25cm) […]

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\n"},{"title":"EXCLUSIVE DISNEY LORCANA CARD REVEAL – Attack Of The Vine","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/2026/06/25/exclusive-disney-lorcana-card-reveal-attack-of-the-vine/","date":"Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:01:40 +0000","desc":"\"\"

Disney Lorcana’s 13th set release, Attack of the Vine, is bursting into stores oh so soon with pre-release happening on July 17th, AND it is growing the game even further with more new franchises and mechanics! As we saw in the previous set ‘Wilds Unknown’, Attack of the Vine is continuing the addition of more Pixar characters to Disney Lorcana. This time around we’re seeing the likes of Monsters Inc, Up and Turning Red joining their fellow glimmers in the […]

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\n"},{"title":"The Best Way To Play Star Fox 64 Still Won’t Win New Fans | The Press Start Podcast","link":"https://press-start.com.au/podcast-2/2026/06/25/star-fox-nintendo-switch-2-remake-press-start-podcast/","date":"Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:00:00 +0000","desc":"\"Star

Fox McCloud is back with a faithful remake of the beloved Star Fox 64, but does nostalgia alone make it worth your time in 2026? The Press Start Podcast team digs into whether the game delivers for longtime fans and what it means for the future of the franchise. Also this week: hands-on impressions of Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy and Star Wars: Galactic Racer, plus the team reacts to PlayStation quietly walking back its commitment to PC ports. https://youtu.be/nH84xYDBkGM […]

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\n"},{"title":"Grand Theft Auto 6 Is Up For Pre-Order At JB Hi-Fi","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/06/25/grand-theft-auto-6-is-up-for-pre-order-at-jb-hi-fi/","date":"Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:36:22 +0000","desc":"\"grand

It’s finally happening. As of right now, you can pre-order Grand Theft Auto 6 on PS5 and Xbox Series X ahead of its November 19th release date. So far, as far as Aussie retailers go, JB Hi-Fi is the only retailer to it live alongside the PlayStation Store. PRE-ORDER GRAND THEFT AUTO 6 PS5 – $129 Xbox Series X – $129 GRAND THEFT AUTO 6 ULTIMATE EDITION INCLUDES: ’95 Grotti Cheetah (vehicle) Hawk & Little Morgan Revolvers (weapons) Personalised variants […]

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\n"},{"title":"Here’s The Aussie Grand Theft Auto 6 Prices","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/06/25/heres-the-aussie-grand-theft-auto-6-prices/","date":"Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:07:01 +0000","desc":"\"Grand

It’s finally happening. As of right now, you can pre-order Grand Theft Auto 6 on PS5 and Xbox Series X ahead of its November 19th release date, with it costing $130 for the standard edition and $160 for the ultimate edition. GRAND THEFT AUTO 6 AUSTRALIAN PRICES Standard Edition – $129.95 AUD Ultimate Edition – $159.95 AUD GRAND THEFT AUTO 6 ULTIMATE EDITION INCLUDES: ’95 Grotti Cheetah (vehicle) Hawk & Little Morgan Revolvers (weapons) Personalised variants (weapons) Vice City Style […]

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\n"},{"title":"Grand Theft Auto 6 Will Be PS5 Pro Enhanced And Play Best On PlayStation","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/06/24/grand-theft-auto-6-will-be-ps5-pro-enhanced-and-play-best-on-playstation/","date":"Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:34:16 +0000","desc":"\"grand

PlayStation has launched a new ‘Plays Best On PS5’ tag to go along with Grand Theft Auto 6, as it seemingly has the marketing rights to the franchise. In a PlayStation Blog post and on a newly launched website, it’s confirmed that the game will take advantage of haptic feedback to simulate environmental factors, take advantage of Tempest 3D audio and also take advantage of the integrated speaker in the DualSense controller too. It’s also been confirmed with the PlayStation […]

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\n"},{"title":"Grand Theft Auto 6 Is A Single Player Experience With No Online Multiplayer","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/06/24/grand-theft-auto-6-is-a-single-player-experience-with-no-online-multiplayer/","date":"Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:58:00 +0000","desc":"\"GRAND

It’s now been confirmed that at launch at least, Grand Theft Auto 6 will be a single player game with no elements of online or multiplayer. It started to become clear that Grand Theft Auto 6 wouldn’t have an online portion at launch in Rockstar’s post about pre-orders going live tonight ‘Grand Theft Auto VI is a single player experience’, but PlayStation has since uploaded a listing on its website for the game confirming the fact. In an FAQ on […]

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\n"},{"title":"Star Fox Review – Passing With Flying Colours","link":"https://press-start.com.au/reviews/nintendo-switch-2-reviews/2026/06/24/star-fox-review/","date":"Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:59:57 +0000","desc":"\"Star

It’s been 10 long years since Star Fox was effectively put on ice after the disastrous release of Star Fox Zero. Regardless of where you land on the game’s overall quality, it’s undeniable that Zero did a fair bit of damage to the brand. Things were so rough that Star Fox was one of the few tentpole Nintendo franchises that didn’t see a new title release for Nintendo Switch, unless you count Starlink Battle for Atlas (you shouldn’t). Now, in […]

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\n"},{"title":"Here’s When Preloads For Grand Theft Auto 6 Will Go Live","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/2026/06/24/heres-when-preloads-for-grand-theft-auto-6-will-go-live/","date":"Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:19:06 +0000","desc":"\"\"

With the news that Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are going live later tonight, it’s also been confirmed that Rockstar will be taking a rather player-friendly approach to the game’s preload. With preloads beginning on November 12, players will be given a full week to get their act together and preload what is expected to be a behemoth game, likely ranging in the hundreds of gigabytes. This applies to both digital and physical buyers, as the physical copy will be sold […]

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With the news just coming that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 go live later tonight, Rockstar has also released a lot of information on the game’s editions and what’s included in them. As we reported earlier, the game’s standard physical edition will be released with a pack-in code, with no disc in the box at all. The game’s Ultimate Edition, on the other hand, will have a plethora of extra content that’ll be threaded seamlessly throughout the game’s story […]

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After months and months of speculation as to where Rockstar would land when it came to pricing their mega blockbuster November release, Grand Theft Auto 6, we’ve at last got somewhat of an answer. Although we’re still awaiting word on local pricing, Grand Theft Auto 6 has been confirmed at a USD 80.00 price point, ten dollars above what has become the norm in recent years. Although this converts to approximately AUD 120, we expect it might even land somewhere […]

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As news rolls out about Grand Theft Auto 6’s pre-order timings, it has seemingly been confirmed that the physical copies of the game won’t include a disc, opting for a pack-in code instead. Given how protective Rockstar is of how their releases are handled, and with several data breaches and leaks in their rearview, it’s probably not surprising they’d opt for an extra layer of security to keep the game from falling into players’ hands early. Those who order the […]

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After a bit of speculation earlier in the week, it’s been confirmed that Grand Theft Auto 6 will go live at midnight tonight local time, which is 12 AM June 25, for those in the AEST time zone. Although we’re still awaiting local pricing, the standard edition has been confirmed to be USD 79.99 for both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. Grand Theft Auto 6 will also have an Ultimate Edition, which is set to “amplify the experience” through […]

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Announced earlier this week, Capcom is set to host a Capcom Spotlight later this week. The presentation will last roughly half an hour and covers both updates to recently released titles and upcoming games, including Onimusha: Way of the Sword. Other games confirmed to be present include Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, which is perhaps due a content update after its March release, and Dragon’s Dogma II: Dark Arisen. The event will air this Friday, June 26, at the […]

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A Plague Tale emerged quietly as one of the unexpected hits of its time, overwhelming audiences with a heartrending journey of perseverance and hope amid one of humanity’s darkest hours, as the Black Plague tore through Europe and decimated the population, altering the course of history forever. At its devastating centre was the de Rune siblings, Hugo and Amicia, whose kinship carried so much of the story’s weight.  With Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy being set fifteen years before the […]

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While there are people who hold it in great reverence, Star Wars Racer from the Nintendo 64 isn’t a game that has aged too well—I’d go so far as to say that, by today’s standards, it has aged like blue milk. It’s because of this that a new racing game, set within the legendary galaxy far, far away, is such an exciting prospect. Couple it with the fact that the game is being headed up by creatives who’ve worked on […]

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\n"},{"title":"Persona 4 Revival And Stranger Than Heaven Collector’s Edition Aussie Pre-Orders Just Went Live","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/06/23/persona-4-revival-and-stranger-than-heaven-collectors-editions-aussie-pre-orders-just-went-live/","date":"Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:51:31 +0000","desc":"\"Persona

Persona 4 Revival and Stranger Than Heaven are two of the biggest games coming early next year, and both just had their Collector’s Editions listed on JB Hi-Fi. Persona 4 Revival Collector’s Edition (PS5) – $399 Persona 4 Revival Collector’s Edition (Xbox Series X) – $399 Stranger Than Heaven Collector’s Edition (PS5) – $199 Stranger Than Heaven Collector’s Edition (Xbox Series X) – $199 The Persona 4 Revival Collector’s Edition costs $399 and includes: Artbook Protagonist & Izanagi Statue DLC […]

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It’s finally set to happen this week. After multiple delays and years and years of waiting, Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders will go live this week ahead of its November 19th release date. WHERE TO PRE-ORDER GRAND THEFT AUTO 6 IN AUSTRALIA We expect it to be available at the below retailers: Amazon Target JB Hi-FI EB Games PlayStation Store Xbox Store WHEN DO GRAND THEFT AUTO 6 PRE-ORDERS GO LIVE IN AUSTRALIA Rockstar has said that Grand Theft Auto […]

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\n"},{"title":"The Aussie Steam Machine Price Has Been Revealed And You Can Register To Pre-Order Now","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/tech-news/2026/06/23/the-aussie-steam-machine-price-has-been-revealed-and-you-can-register-to-pre-order-now/","date":"Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:44:09 +0000","desc":"\"steam

Valve has revealed the Steam Machine price and release date, and whilst it’s not hugely unexpected at this point, the price is definitely beyond what we were hoping for. The Steam Machine will be sold in four configurations starting at $1,609 for the 512GB version without a controller all the way up to $2,228 for the 2TB version with a controller. STEAM MACHINE AUSTRALIAN PRICES 512gb – $1,609 AUD 512gb with controller – $1,728 AUD 2TB – $2,109 AUD 2TB […]

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\n"},{"title":"Dbrand’s Incredible Steam Machine Portal Companion Cube Case Is Up For Pre-Order","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/tech-news/2026/06/22/dbrands-incredible-steam-machine-portal-companion-cube-case-is-up-for-pre-order/","date":"Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:17:23 +0000","desc":"\"Steam

Ahead of the Steam Machine’s apparent reveal later tonight, Dbrand has just dropped its much anticipated Companion Cube case. You can pre-order it HERE. It will cost you $129.95 USD (+ shipping) which comes to about $220 AUD, and the special edition includes a Test Chamber diorama, as well as a stand, and a Test Chamber skin for the Steam Controller as well. There will also be a poverty cube version that just includes the case itself that will release […]

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Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders finally go live this Thursday and naturally, there’s a lot of speculation about what the price will be and also what editions will be available for pre-order and one retailer has listed them early. Portugese retailer FNAC listed that there would be a standard edition, deluxe edition, premium edition and collector’s edition ranging from ~$140 AUD for the standard edition to ~$310 AUD the collector’s edition. GRAND THEFT AUTO 6 LEAKED PRICES ~ $140 AUD […]

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Not only did Rockstar drop the cover art and pre-order date for Grand Theft Auto 6 last night, it also updated the website and gave us a flyover of Vice City which is absolutely our best look at the updated city yet. It obviously gives us an overview of the city, but we get to see helicopters flying above, cars on the roads, boats in the water and interestingly we also get to see high-rise building and it appears that […]

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\n"},{"title":"The Grand Theft Auto 6 Pre-Order Date And Cover Art Have Been Revealed","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/2026/06/18/the-grand-theft-auto-6-pre-order-date-and-cover-art-have-been-revealed/","date":"Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:14:58 +0000","desc":"\"Grand

It is finally happening. Rockstar has revealed that Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders will go live on digital storefronts and at select retailers on June 25th, a week from today. The cover art for the game was also revealed, and it features alligators, bikes, helicopters, cars, guns, and all of the other things that you’d expect a good Grand Theft Auto game to have. You can find the full cover art and other versions of the cover HERE, and we’ll […]

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\n"},{"title":"EB Games Is Having A Great Sale With Games Up To Half Price","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/06/18/eb-games-is-having-a-great-sale-with-games-up-to-half-price/","date":"Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:57:29 +0000","desc":"\"EB

EB Games is having its mid-year sale and it has a number of games that are more than half price off and surprisingly that includes a number of Nintendo Switch 2 games including Kirby Air Riders, Hyrule Warriors, Bravely Default and Metroid Prime 4 Beyond which are all 50% off. You can find all of deals HERE or the highlights below: NINTENDO SWITCH 2 BEST DEALS Kirby Air Riders – $54.97 ($55 off) Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment – $54.97 […]

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\n"},{"title":"A Free Grand Theft Auto V PS5/Xbox Series X Upgrade Has Arrived For PS4/Xbox One Owners","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/06/18/a-free-grand-theft-auto-v-ps5-xbox-series-x-upgrade-has-arrived-for-ps4-xbox-one-owners/","date":"Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:11:47 +0000","desc":"\"Grand

Rockstar has announced that starting tomorrow, anyone who owns Grand Theft Auto V on PS4 or Xbox One digitally will be able to get the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions for free. This comes ahead of the launch of the Korz Center Heist that is launching in Grand Theft Auto Online which will bring a number of new features to the game in July. Those that are playing on PC can also update to the Enhanced version for free […]

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\n"},{"title":"Call Of Duty Black Ops 1 And 2 Are Finally Coming To PS5/PS4","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/06/18/call-of-duty-black-ops-1-and-2-are-finally-coming-to-ps5-ps4/","date":"Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:56:11 +0000","desc":"\"Black

It’s been rumoured for a little while but Treyarch has confirmed that Call Of Duty Black Ops and Call Of Duty Black Ops 1 and 2 are officially coming to PS5 and PS4 in July. Two of the most iconic Call Of Duty games of all time have been locked in PS3 jail (among many of other games), but that will all change next month with both games being ported to PlayStation consoles by Iron Galaxy. Both of the games […]

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\n"},{"title":"The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Review – Give It Time","link":"https://press-start.com.au/reviews/nintendo-switch-2-reviews/2026/06/17/the-adventures-of-elliot-the-millennium-tales-review-give-it-time/","date":"Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:57 +0000","desc":"\"The

While Square Enix’s recent HD-2D undertakings have all been largely successful, none of them have looked to break out of the confines of being an RPG. That isn’t a jab at any of those titles, but it’s always felt like something is left on the table by not diving into other genres. Many of the games from the SNES era that this art style is inspired by have been remade or received sequels, but a vast majority of them chase […]

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\n"},{"title":"Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival Hands-On Preview – Such Sights","link":"https://press-start.com.au/previews/2026/06/17/clive-barkers-hellraiser-revival-hands-on-preview-such-sights/","date":"Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:00:57 +0000","desc":"\"Clive

Even as a fan of horror growing up, Clive Barker’s Hellraiser was something of a blind spot for me. Pinhead still managed to transcend this fact, and his demonic, pin-cushion head looking ass is the stuff of nightmares.  Hellraiser Revival is a brand new entry in that canon, and I hope that it’ll serve as a fine way for unfamiliars like me to soft launch their affair with the franchise, while delivering a compelling, otherworldly brand of survival horror. There’s […]

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For years, buying a premium third-party controller felt like uppercutting a bloody expensive question block. Sure, the photos look great, the feature list sounds impressive, but there’s always that lingering suspicion you’ll end up with something that squeaks, drifts, or spontaneously develops the structural integrity of a stale taco shell within six months. Somewhere along the way, that changed. Manufacturers like GameSir stopped trying to make controllers that were merely good for the price and started making genuinely good controllers. […]

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UPDATE: It is now being reported by Bloomberg that Double Fine as well as Ninja Theory are also in active discussions to be closed down unless they can find a buyer. Original Story: After word of Xbox’s looming “reset” emerged last week in the form of a letter published by Xbox’s Asha Sharma and Matt Booty, Kotaku is reporting that the first studio on the chopping block might be Compulsion Games, the studio behind titles including Contrast, We Happy Few, […]

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After spending the first half of June feverishly trying to keep track of all of the big games coming in the next twelve months, whether at Summer Game Fest, PlayStation’s State of Play, Xbox, or the Nintendo Direct, it’s nice to be able to wind down and do what I love most. And that’s checking out indie games, whether that means hitting the wishlist button or downloading demos, through the Steam Next Fest, which is back again. CLICK HERE TO […]

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Despite all the hype and anticipation, the Steam Controller is not for everyone. I’ll say up front that most people probably shouldn’t bother throwing A$149 at this when there are myriad standard, cheaper controllers on the market that serve the function perfectly. But if you’re someone who has a PC in the loungeroom and has to keep one of those awful Logitech keyboard/touchpad combos around for the odd times you need a mouse pointer, or you’ve fallen in love with […]

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\n"},{"title":"Valor Mortis Hands-On Preview – A Brand New Of FPS","link":"https://press-start.com.au/previews/2026/06/15/valor-mortis-hands-on-preview-a-brand-new-of-fps/","date":"Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:24:37 +0000","desc":"\"Valor

After the Ghostrunner duology, I was eager to see what One More Level would do next. After the sequel’s open-world and bike sections felt like flat spots to me in a game that, otherwise, had a focus on breakneck speed, the prospect of Valor Mortis, an enormous departure from their other works, is tantalising.  Billed as more of a first-person Soulslike and set in the midst of the Napoleonic wars, your death in the Little General’s name is only the […]

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\n"},{"title":"Saw: Genesis Preview – Game Over","link":"https://press-start.com.au/previews/2026/06/13/saw-genesis-preview-game-over/","date":"Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:54:44 +0000","desc":"\"Saw:

The Saw games haven’t ever been much to write home about as they clumsily navigate the film canon and lean too hard on ‘been there, done that’ traps. Handing the Saw franchise over to Bloober Team feels like an inspired choice, and setting it one hundred years before the franchise’s established timeline should give a certain narrative freedom to tell an interesting origin story for the cult of Jigsaw, and I guess we should expect a handful of ye olde […]

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\n"},{"title":"Control Resonant Hands-On Preview – Mad In Manhattan","link":"https://press-start.com.au/previews/2026/06/13/control-resonant-hands-on-preview-mad-in-manhattan/","date":"Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:49:02 +0000","desc":"\"Control

As an enormous fan of Remedy’s interconnected universe, which has really begun to hit its stride after Control and Alan Wake II, I’ve long been anticipating their next chapter because, odds are, it’d play into the strange, Lynchian lore and tone that has long been the bedrock for the studio’s titles. After the reveal of Control Resonant, which promised to be a significant departure from not only the original Control’s formula but from Remedy’s general status quo, I felt a […]

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One of Interstellar’s most gut-wrenching scenes comes as Coop returns from Miller’s planet to discover the hours he spent there were decades back on Earth. McConaughey’s performance is titanic as he learns that time has escaped him and he’s missed so many years of his daughter’s life. The central conceit of Erosion reminds me of this somewhat, as you venture into a strange, time-warp to rescue your daughter; except if you die in an effort to be the world’s best […]

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\n"},{"title":"Stranger Than Heaven Hands-On Preview – A Punchy Fight Club","link":"https://press-start.com.au/previews/2026/06/12/stranger-than-heaven-hands-on-preview-a-punchy-fight-club/","date":"Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:00:20 +0000","desc":"\"Stranger

Stranger Than Heaven—weird Tupac feature set right aside—is the most interested I’ve been in a game out of Japan’s RGG Studios, known best for the Like A Dragon games as well as its many spin-offs, of which Stranger Than Heaven is one, being a distant prequel. Almost like a Richard Linklater film, the game takes place over a long life, spanning several decades, as Makoto Daito makes for Japan in search of a better life.  Over the course of half […]

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\n"},{"title":"Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis Hands-On Preview – An Icon Redefined","link":"https://press-start.com.au/previews/2026/06/11/tomb-raider-legacy-of-atlantis-hands-on-preview-an-icon-redefined/","date":"Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:00:22 +0000","desc":"\"Tomb

The original Tomb Raider game, at its time, was a pioneering release for the action-adventure genre. Wanting to create an alternative to the first-person shooters flooding the market, the team took Indiana Jones’s sense of adventure and plugged it into a three-dimensional, exploration-rich world inspired by the likes of Flashback, thus creating an icon in Lara Croft.  The heroine has gone on to be played by Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander in three separate films. A lull in her original […]

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\n"},{"title":"The Insta360 Luna Ultra Has Been Officially Revealed And Here’s The Aussie Prices","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/tech-news/2026/06/11/the-insta360-luna-ultra-has-been-officially-revealed-and-pre-orders-are-live-now/","date":"Thu, 11 Jun 2026 02:33:30 +0000","desc":"\"Insta360

Insta360 has revealed the long-awaited Insta360 Luna Ultra and the product is live on the JB Hi-Fi website now. The Insta360 Luna Ultra has two lenses with an 8K sensor, one of which is capable of a 6x lossless zoom, it’s capable of shooting 8K 30 FPS Dolby Vision as well as 4K 120 FPS slow motion shooting, with a Triple AI chip for low-light performance. Unique to the Luna is a detachable 2-inch OLED touchscreen which has a transmission […]

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Gigabyte is running an EOFY promotion until June 30th, where you can save a good amount of money on gaming laptops and monitors and also get a bonus $50 Amazon gift card + 007 First Light as well. You can find all of the information HERE or grab the products at the below links. Laptops AERO X16 RTX 5070 Laptop (White) — $2,199 ($1,100 off) + $50 Amazon Gift Card + 007 First Light Game Code (13 May – 11 […]

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\n"},{"title":"Xbox Is Reportedly Planning Mass Layoffs As They Look To “Reset” The Business","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2026/06/11/xbox-is-reportedly-planning-mass-layoffs-as-they-look-to-reset-the-business/","date":"Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:05:09 +0000","desc":"\"Xbox

Still in the afterglow of its Xbox Games Showcase just a few days ago, Bloomberg has reported that significant layoffs are expected to hit Microsoft’s Xbox division next month. This round of layoffs, which is expected to begin following Microsoft’s financial year at the end of June, comes a full year after major redundancies saw Microsoft cut thousands of jobs, shut down its quadruple-A upstart, The Initiative, as well as torpedoing its Perfect Dark reboot, and ceasing production on Everwild, […]

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\n"},{"title":"June 2026’s PlayStation Plus Extra/Deluxe Games Have Been Revealed","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/06/11/june-2026s-playstation-plus-extra-deluxe-games-have-been-revealed/","date":"Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:53:46 +0000","desc":"\"PlayStation

PlayStation has announced June 2026’s line-up of games for PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe subscribers. On the Extra side, it’s headlined by Final Fantasy 16 and Sonic X Shadow Generations and on the Deluxe side you’ll be able to look forward to Gitaroo Man. All of these games will be available to download on June 16th in Ausralia. June 2026 PlayStation Plus Extra Games Final Fantasy XVI (PS5) Sonic X Shadow Generations (PS5, PS4) Kingdom Come: Deliverance (PS5, PS4) Life […]

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\n"},{"title":"Gears Of War: E-Day Preview – Back To Beginnings","link":"https://press-start.com.au/previews/2026/06/11/gears-of-war-e-day-preview-back-to-beginnings/","date":"Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:00:18 +0000","desc":"\"Gears

Gears of War has been one of Xbox’s longest enduring franchises, having given us one and a half trilogies thus far, and a handful of spin-offs to boot. Although I’ve enjoyed the franchise’s expansion in its sequel trilogy, the reverence I feel for the original games is second-to-none. I’ll never forget the first time I saw the ‘Mad World’ trailer, I’ll never forget the mountainous grind to Seriously…, and I’ll never live down spending too much money when the third […]

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After being delayed into next year to give others in the Xbox portfolio wriggle room in the months that won’t be dominated by Grand Theft Auto, the wait for Playground’s Fable is proving to be an arduous one—but the hope exists that the studio, based in England, should be equipped to run with the ball Lionhead left on the field and deliver a Fable of their own with the wry British wit intact.  Regardless of framing, whether it’s a funny […]

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\n"},{"title":"Halo: Campaign Evolved Hands-On Preview – The Blockbuster Campaign Is Back","link":"https://press-start.com.au/previews/2026/06/11/halo-campaign-evolved-hands-on-preview-the-blockbuster-campaign-is-back/","date":"Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:00:06 +0000","desc":"\"Halo:

After going hands-on with Halo: Campaign Evolved earlier this year, which gave us a first look at the original genre-redefining campaign rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5, we got another lengthy look at the remake in all its glory. The first preview featured a huge chunk of The Silent Cartographer, beginning with the iconic beach landing, so I was eager to see where this second hands-on would take us and which of the game’s new features it might showcase.  I had […]

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\n"},{"title":"Bad Magpie Hands-On Preview – Carn The Pies","link":"https://press-start.com.au/previews/2026/06/11/bad-magpie-hands-on-preview-carn-the-pies/","date":"Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:58:49 +0000","desc":"\"Bad

As its reveal was unfolding in real-time, I thought for a hot second that Bad Magpie might be the next project out of Acid Nerve, the creators of Death’s Door. The transition from crow to magpie, in my mind, felt like a logical step. Alas, the truth was much more straightforward in that Bad Magpie is a charming little indie title whose sweet outer shell is pecked to bits to reveal a wicked sense of slapstick humour.  I’ve heard of […]

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Arguably one of Microsoft’s biggest brands, and one of the biggest entertainment properties period, Minecraft has gone from strength to strength in the last decade—the base game has grown bigger and bigger still, there has been a Telltale spin-off, Dungeons felt like baby’s first Diablo, and the film did gangbusters, becoming an unbearable meme hotbed and having its sequel rushed into development.  It’s a money-printing machine, and it’s no surprise that the franchise continues to iterate. Even less surprising, after […]

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Alien: Isolation was a standout survival horror title when it was released, as well as a champion example of how to get the most out of an established IP. Despite admiring the game’s authentically analogue approach to the game’s tools and look, I pulled the rip cord at the first synthetic I met, forming the genesis of a rather complicated relationship with a game I know I’d love if I only had the nerve to persevere.  As you can imagine, […]

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\n"},{"title":"Turok: Origins Hands-On Preview – For Those About Turok","link":"https://press-start.com.au/previews/2026/06/10/turok-origins-hands-on-preview-for-those-about-turok/","date":"Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:00:04 +0000","desc":"\"Turok:

During Summer Game Fest, we got an opportunity to sit down with Turok: Origins, the next entry in the legendary dinosaur hunter series. Having only ever been exposed to the rebooted and mildly disappointing Turok from a couple of decades ago and the cute chibi game they did, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect as Origins takes the franchise in a completely new direction, all the while maintaining its spirit.   The first thing that jumped out to me is […]

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\n"},{"title":"A Bunch Of New MSI GPUs and Peripherals Were Just Announced","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/tech-news/2026/06/10/a-bunch-of-new-msi-gpus-and-peripherals-were-just-announced/","date":"Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:40:51 +0000","desc":"\"MSI

MSI celebrated its 40th anniversary at Computex 2026 with a booth packed with new hardware, technology demos, and a look back at some of the products that helped shape the brand over the years. From powerful graphics cards and PC components to new gaming monitors, there was plenty on display for PC enthusiasts to check out. The booth was a mix of old and new, celebrating MSI’s journey while also showing where its hardware is heading next. First up on […]

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\n"},{"title":"Kingdom Hearts 4 Is Coming To Nintendo Switch 2 Day One And Here’s A New Look","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/06/10/kingdom-hearts-4-is-coming-to-nintendo-switch-2-day-one-and-heres-a-new-look/","date":"Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:16:19 +0000","desc":"\"Kingdom

It was super unexpected, but the second last announcement of the Nintendo Direct was the fact that Kingdom Hearts 4 is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 at launch and we also got a new trailer which you can watch below: It was also confirmed that Kingdom Hearts Collection 1-3 will come to Switch 2, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S including the below: KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind […]

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\n"},{"title":"A Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake Is Coming To Nintendo Switch 2","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/06/10/a-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-is-coming-to-nintendo-switch-2/","date":"Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:06:46 +0000","desc":"\"Zelda

The rumours were true and Nintendo has announced that A Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 later this year. Literally no other information about the game was revealed, but we’ll be getting more info later this year in the lead-up to release and you can watch the little teaser trailer below. You can find all of the announcements from the June 2026 Nintendo Direct HERE.

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\n"},{"title":"Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Will Include 12 Sports Including Tennis, Bowling And Thumb Wrestling","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/06/10/nintendo-switch-sports-resort-will-include-12-sports-including-tennis-bowling-and-thumb-wrestling/","date":"Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:38:25 +0000","desc":"\"Nintendo

Nintendo has announced a brand new game in the Wii Sports franchise. It’s called Nintendo Switch Sports Resort and it’s coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 22nd and will include the below sports: Boxing Table Tennis Archery Tennis Volleyball Bowling Basketball Golf Thumb Wrestling Skateboarding Power Cruising Prop Plane You can find all of the announcements from the June 2026 Nintendo Direct HERE.

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\n"},{"title":"Xenoblade Genesis Has Been Revealed And The OG 3 Games Are Getting Switch 2 Editions","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/06/10/xenoblade-genesis-has-been-revealed-and-the-og-3-games-are-getting-switch-2-editions/","date":"Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:33:51 +0000","desc":"\"Xenoblade

Nintendo announced that Xenoblades Genesis is a new title in the Xenoblade Chronicles franchise and it’s coming to Nintendo Switch in 2027. Nintendo also announced that Xenoblade Chronicles, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 are all getting Nintendo Switch 2 Editions with new features and improved graphics. Xenoblade Chronicles 1 is coming today digitally and on July 30th physically, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is coming on July 30th digitally and October 1st physically and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is coming on […]

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\n"},{"title":"Pokemon Pokopia Is Getting Free DLC And Three Expansions","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/06/10/pokemon-pokopia-is-getting-free-dlc-and-three-expansions/","date":"Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:18:45 +0000","desc":"\"Pokemon

Nintendo and the Pokemon Company have announced that Pokemon Pokopia is getting a free software update that brings underwater traversal in August 2026. It’s also getting an Expansion Pass with three expansions including Bubbly Basin on August 2026, new features in late 2026 and an additional new town in 2027. You can find all of the announcements from the June 2026 Nintendo Direct HERE.

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\n"},{"title":"Onimusha Way Of The Sword And Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Are Coming To Nintendo Switch 2","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2026/06/10/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-and-dragons-dogma-2-dark-arisen-are-coming-to-nintendo-switch-2/","date":"Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:15:34 +0000","desc":"\"dragon's

Capcom has continued its Nintendo Switch 2 support announcing that the upcoming Onimusha Way of the Sword is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on September 25th which is day and date with other consoles. Capcom also announced Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen which is a brand new version of the game coming to Nintendo Switch 2 along with a new expansion on October 9th, 2026. You can find all of the announcements from the June 2026 Nintendo Direct HERE.

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\n"},{"title":"Everything Announced At The June 2026 Nintendo Direct","link":"https://press-start.com.au/features/2026/06/10/june-2026-nintendo-direct-announcements-the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake/","date":"Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:13:32 +0000","desc":"\"\"

Over an hour of announcements happened at the June 2026 Nintendo Direct and here were the highlights. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake Is Real The hotly anticpated The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time remake was announced with a brief trailer revealing a 2026 release date. It’s described as being “reborn” on the Nintendo Switch 2, although we didn’t get a look at what gameplay will look like. Kingdom Hearts 4 Got A New Trailer A new […]

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\nIn this guide, we'll tell you how The Alters: Last Variable research works, how to unlock more research items, and how you can increase your Qubit level so you can unlock new technologies.
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\nSirius Dice has announced its Domains of Daggerheart treasure packs, a line of random dice and token packs for Darrington Press' fantasy TTRPG.
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\nAhead of MagicCon Amsterdam MTG is revealing to us cards, products, and more for upcoming Magic The Gathering Star Trek Set.
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\nOur Moss: The Forgotten Relic Review will let you know what we thought of this VR-free re-release of the classic mousey adventure.
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\nKingdom Hearts news is always scarce and there's a good chance we'll be hearing more about the game next month.
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\nPaper Fort Games has announced a Cult of the Lamb board game, adapting the acclaimed indie videogame by Devolver Digital and Massive Monster.
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\nIn this guide, we'll tell you how to get more Alters in The Alters: Last Variable, along with how each Alter contributes to your mission — and which Alters you should pick first.
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\nWant to start playing Warhammer 40,000 but don't know where to start? Games Workshop just made it easy to start playing the new edition, and we check out the various Starter Set options.
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\nDarrington Press has released new playtest material for the Daggerheart Summoner, a new spellcasting class about summoning otherworldly beings.
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\nMike Shea, known for the TTRPG advice blog Sly Flourish, has launched its Kickstarter campaign for Rise of the Lazy Gamemaster, a book packed with years of GM advice.
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\nA new report details how games in retail stores are almost always significantly cheaper to purchase than on a first party store, forecasting a grim future for game prices.
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\nThis guide will go over how romance works in Moonlight Peaks, including which characters you can potentially date and how to take things further with them.
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\nObsidian Entertainment is returning to the Fallout universe per a report, but maybe at the expense of a few other franchises.
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\nWizards of the Coast opens pre-orders for Dungeons & Dragons Arcana Unleashed, the latest supplement packed with new play material for the fantasy TTRPG.
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\nThis map for the catacombs in Moonlight Peaks will show you where to find collectables across each of its caves.
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\nThis interactive map for the main area of Moonlight Peaks will show you where to find character and collectables across the world.
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\nGenshin Impact's Nod-Krai story arc has finished, and while it had some problems (mostly with regards to powercreep), it might be a great preview of what's to come in Snezhnaya.
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\nThe Blood of Dawnwalker developers detail the winding process and challenges with creating a narrative sandbox for the modern world.
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\nThe Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok expansion offers a lot of new content, eschewing story for boss battles.
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\nOrbitals is a co-op game that evokes 90s anime in the best way. Even in a world of an Ocarina of Time Remake, it may be THE hit Switch 2 game this year.
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