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A Sony executive addressed concerns about the future of physical media, stating that moving away from discs won't bridge the gap between console and PC gaming.
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Dead by Daylight: Official Update on Chapter Rewards and Access
Dead by Daylight players can now access new content and rewards. Get the details on platform availability and official giveaway methods for the 2026 chapter.
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Mortal Shell 2 Beta Expands to Millions More Console Players
Mortal Shell 2 expands its beta access to millions of console players following strong Steam success, ahead of its August 20, 2026 launch.
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Final Fantasy 14 Patch 7.55 Adds Creepy Secret Area in North Horn
A player discovered a spooky, Backrooms-inspired secret area in Final Fantasy 14 patch 7.55 within the North Horn of the Occult Crescent.
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Starsand Island Leaves Early Access on August 18
Developer Seed Sparkle Lab has announced the 1.0 release date for Starsand Island on PC, introducing four-player multiplayer and full island life features.
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Ariana and the Elder Codex: Dungeons of Hinterberg Mobile Release
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Developer Ports Half-Life to Original PlayStation 1 Without Emulators
A developer has ported Half-Life to real PlayStation 1 hardware using a custom renderer and game runtime written in Rust, running the full Hazard Course.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Leads July Xbox Game Pass Additions
Halo: Campaign Evolved arrived on Xbox Game Pass on July 28. See how it stacked up against other additions like Hell Is Us and Gears of War: Reloaded.
Borderlands 4 Version 1.9 Update Adds New Gear and Drop Sources
Borderlands 4 Version 1.9 update introduces new Pearlescent and Legendary gear, dedicated drop sources, and Bounty Pack 4 details. Read what changed.
Combolands: Roguelike Citybuilder Launches August 24 on Steam
Crux Games has confirmed that Combolands: Roguelike Citybuilder will release on Steam on August 24, 2026. A demo is currently available for players to try.
How Blizzard Designed Patchwerk in Early World of Warcraft
Former WoW designer Wyatt Cheng details how Blizzard balanced early raid bosses like Patchwerk without combat metrics or damage data in vanilla World of Warcraft.
Six One Indie Demo Days 2026: Everything You Need to Know
Six One Indie Demo Days 2026 runs from July 31 to August 7. Explore new indie titles and play demos from developers like 13AM Games and Wired Productions.
Super Mario Sunshine Inspires Nintendo's Summer 2026 Wallpaper
Nintendo has released its official summer 2026 wallpaper on its Japanese website, featuring artwork based directly on the key art for Super Mario Sunshine.
Tearaway and Other PlayStation Titles Losing Online Support in August
Tearaway, inFAMOUS 2, and several sports titles are losing online functionality in August 2026. Here is the breakdown of the upcoming service closures.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Discusses Community Feedback
Square Enix director Naoki Hamaguchi shares thoughts on fan discourse and physical editions ahead of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation's 2027 release window.
Sony Reports US Tariff Refunds Following Hardware Price Hikes
Sony's Q1 2026 earnings report confirms the company received US tariff refunds, following earlier price increases on PlayStation hardware.
Throne and Liberty Update 4.5.0: Ramux Archboss & Patch Notes
Throne and Liberty update 4.5.0 arrives on PC for a 3.5-hour downtime. Discover the new Ramux Archboss, weapon crafting recipes, and balance adjustments.
Reforj Title Update 8 Brings Rixel Visual Overhaul to Xbox Series X|S
Reforj Title Update 8 introduces a stunning Rixel transformation on Xbox Series X|S, cutting texture storage requirements by 98.2% through custom block shapes.
Twitch Streamer Caught Self-Donating During Bizarre Challenge
Twitch streamer Zoil failed a 'no-laughing' challenge after being caught donating 20 subscriptions to his own channel during a live broadcast.
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Borderlands 4 Version 1.9 Update Adds New Gear and Drop Sources
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Waterpark Simulator Launches on Xbox Following PC Success
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Combolands: Roguelike Citybuilder Launches August 24 on Steam
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Dead by Daylight: Official Update on Chapter Rewards and Access
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Cyberpunk 2077 Director Reflects on Launch and Redemption
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Fuga: Melodies of Steel Launches on Mobile With Launch Discount
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Sony Executive: Removing Discs Won't Make PlayStation 6 a PC
A Sony executive addressed concerns about the future of physical media, stating that moving away from discs won't bridge the gap between console and PC gaming.
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How Blizzard Designed Patchwerk in Early World of Warcraft
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Tearaway and Other PlayStation Titles Losing Online Support in August
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Sony Reports US Tariff Refunds Following Hardware Price Hikes
Sony's Q1 2026 earnings report confirms the company received US tariff refunds, following earlier price increases on PlayStation hardware.
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Halo: Campaign Evolved Leads July Xbox Game Pass Additions
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Sony Reports US Tariff Refunds Following Hardware Price Hikes
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Sony Confirms Plans to End Physical PlayStation Discs by 2028
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Mortal Shell 2 Open Beta Is Live Right Now on PS5 Ahead of August Launch
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Sony Reports No Business Impact From Physical Disc Backlash
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Complete your Series 3 Week 3 challenges in Forza Horizon 6. Get the 2014 Lamborghini Huracán, win the Spyder Sense championship, and claim your rewards.
New PS Plus Games for July 2026: The Full List
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Final Fantasy XIV on Nintendo Switch 2: Which Version to Buy
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Genshin Impact 7.0 Update Brings Snezhnaya to All Platforms in August
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Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel on Nintendo Switch 2: Critical Consensus
Games Farm Studio’s roguelite hits Nintendo Switch 2. Critics praise the core loop but note performance dips and a forgettable soundtrack. Here is the breakdown.
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Amazon Board Game Sales: Score BOGO Deals & Maximize Savings
Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Tabletop gaming enthusiasts know that a great deal can be just as thrilling as a well-played strategy. Among the most anticipated retail events are Amazon's recurring board game sales, most notably the "Buy 1, Get 1 50% Off" promotion. These events offer a fantastic opportunity to expand
Skyrim & Fallout Building Sets: The Quest for Official LEGO
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'Split Fiction' Prime Day Deal: PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Pre-Order!
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MTG Prime Day 2024: Best Deals on Modern Horizons 3 & Fallout
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