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2 days ago

A New The Lord Of The Rings Game From Kingdom Come Studio? Here's How The Dev Responded To The Rumor

Czech developer Warhorse may be developing a new RPG, potentially set in The Lord of the Rings universe, but details remain unconfirmed.

3 days ago

The Next Big Star Wars Game Gets A Release Date

A new Star Wars: Galactic Racer trailer revealed the release date, as well as preorder bonuses for the title, including a player banner for multiplayer and a bonus Livery for your repulsorcraft.

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4 days ago

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Here Are Your Free PlayStation Plus Essential Monthly Games For May, 2026

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Here Are Your Free PlayStation Plus Essential Monthly Games For April, 2026

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March 2026's PlayStation Plus Extra Free Games Are Great

4 days ago

Here Are Your Free PlayStation Plus Essential Monthly Games For May, 2026

EA Sports FC 26 is the highlight of May's free PlayStation Plus games, despite mixed reviews on Steam regarding performance and gameplay issues.

Here Are Your Free PlayStation Plus Essential Monthly Games For April, 2026

April's PS Plus offerings include Lords of the Fallen and Tomb Raider I-III Remastered for subscribers.

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March 2026's PlayStation Plus Extra Free Games Are Great

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4 days ago

Sony Sets The Record Straight On The PS5 DRM Freak Out

Players can access purchased digital PlayStation games with a one-time online check for license confirmation, alleviating fears of regular online checks.

5 days ago

All The Evidence That GTA 6's Next Trailer Is Nearly Here - Kotaku

Many fans are expecting a new trailer because on April 23, Take-Two Interactive announced its fourth-quarter earnings call for May 22. Historically, Rockstar has released trailers or made big announcements in the days leading up to an earnings call.

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5 days ago

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Remake of First Assassin's Creed Game Said to Be in the Works at Ubisoft

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Ubisoft has finally dropped a trailer for that Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake

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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Trailer Leaks, And It's Looking Good

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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, "Gaming's Worst-Kept Secret," Is Finally Being Revealed Soon

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Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced Release Date Leaked

5 days ago

Remake of First Assassin's Creed Game Said to Be in the Works at Ubisoft

Ubisoft is developing multiple remakes of older Assassin's Creed games, including a remake of the original Assassin's Creed.

Ubisoft has finally dropped a trailer for that Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake

Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced releases on July 9, featuring new content, refined combat, and updated mechanics while retaining protagonist Edward Kenway.

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Trailer Leaks, And It's Looking Good

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's trailer leaked ahead of its official reveal on April 23, showcasing the game's anticipated return.

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, "Gaming's Worst-Kept Secret," Is Finally Being Revealed Soon

Ubisoft will unveil the remake/remaster of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag on April 23, with a launch date set for July 9.

Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced Release Date Leaked

Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced is set to release on July 9, featuring a solo adventure and character-driven experience, not an RPG.

Avatar Fighting Game Gives Sokka A Speed Boost For Being A Wife Guy

Avatar: The Last Airbender is expanding with a new animated movie and a 2D fighting game featuring Sokka and other characters.

Final Fantasy 14 Isn't Getting Butt Sliders...'Yet'

Final Fantasy XIV's Fan Festival announced the Evercold expansion and new character customization features, but no butt sliders are available yet.

Microsoft Offers Veteran Employees One-Time Retirement Buyouts

Microsoft offers early retirement buyouts to employees with 70 years of combined age and service.

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Ecco the Dolphin: Complete will combine remasters and a sequel into one package

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Ecco The Dolphin Gets Remasters And A Sequel But One Game Is MIA

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Ecco the Dolphin: Complete will combine remasters and a sequel into one package

Ecco The Dolphin Gets Remasters And A Sequel But One Game Is MIA

Ecco the Dolphin returns with a new anthology game developed by original team members, while Xbox mobile store plans remain active despite challenges.

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Cyberpunk platformers, gallivanting geckos and other new indie games worth checking out

Indie game showcases and events are highlighting new titles and updates in the indie gaming space this weekend.

A PS5 Exclusive Is Finally Coming Back To PS Plus 2 Years Later

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered will join PS Plus in April 2026, alongside other titles like The Crew Motorfest and Football Manager 26 Console.

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PS Plus Is Losing One Of The All-Time Best RPGs, And A Damned Great Action-Adventure

A PS5 Exclusive Is Finally Coming Back To PS Plus 2 Years Later

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered will join PS Plus in April 2026, alongside other titles like The Crew Motorfest and Football Manager 26 Console.

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PS Plus Is Losing One Of The All-Time Best RPGs, And A Damned Great Action-Adventure

Metro 2039 Announced, Gameplay To Be Shown This Week

Metro 2039 will be showcased by Xbox on April 16, with potential changes in protagonist and setting compared to previous entries.

Next Metro Game Will Reportedly Be Revealed at an Xbox Show This Week

A new Metro game titled Metro 2039 is expected to be revealed at an Xbox event this week.

Metro 2039 Announced, Gameplay To Be Shown This Week

Metro 2039 will be showcased by Xbox on April 16, with potential changes in protagonist and setting compared to previous entries.

Next Metro Game Will Reportedly Be Revealed at an Xbox Show This Week

A new Metro game titled Metro 2039 is expected to be revealed at an Xbox event this week.

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - April 10

Charles mistakenly wrote about a movie instead of video games last week.

3 weeks ago

Next Sony State Of Play Coming April 16 - Report

Sony's next State of Play may occur on April 16, focusing on third-party games, but details remain unconfirmed.

Mario Galaxy Movie Gives Nintendo Another Box Office Juggernaut

Nintendo likely won't learn from the critical failure of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.

Pokemon Champions will hit Switch and Switch 2 on April 8

Nintendo is reducing Switch 2 production due to lower-than-expected sales while launching Pokémon Champions on April 8.

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Nintendo Indie World August 2025 Showcase: All The Biggest Announcements

3 weeks ago

Mario Galaxy Movie Gives Nintendo Another Box Office Juggernaut

Nintendo likely won't learn from the critical failure of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.

Pokemon Champions will hit Switch and Switch 2 on April 8

Nintendo is reducing Switch 2 production due to lower-than-expected sales while launching Pokémon Champions on April 8.

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Nintendo Indie World August 2025 Showcase: All The Biggest Announcements

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The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - April 3

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The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - March 6

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - April 3

Darth Clark returned to Game Informer, and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was released, marking significant events in the gaming industry.

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - March 6

Game Informer celebrates its one-year anniversary since its return and recommends weekend games for players to enjoy.

How Long Will Players Have To Wait For The Steam Deck 2?

The Steam Deck 2 may be delayed due to RAM issues, while the Super Mario Galaxy Movie sets box office records despite mixed reviews.

Xbox Games Showcase Announced, Gears of War: E-Day to Get Deep Dive

Sunday, June 7 is locked in. Xbox Games Showcase will feature first gameplay looks and huge news on upcoming first-party Microsoft titles, along with updates from third-party developers.

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Darksiders: Warmastered Is Getting a PS5 Update

The announcement has been very quiet, though, and almost zero details have been offered up. We do know that the Warmastered edition... will be getting a native PS5 and Xbox Series S/X release on May 19.

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Hades 2 is coming to Xbox Series X/S and PS5 on April 14

Hades 2 will be available on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and Xbox Game Pass on April 14.

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Everything Announced At the March 2026 Xbox Partner Preview

The Xbox Partner Preview showcased several upcoming third-party titles for Xbox Series X/S and PC, including Alien Deathstorm and Artificial Detective.

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The Crimson Desert Vibes Are Rebounding After Wobbly Launch

Crimson Desert has surpassed 3 million sales, with improved user reviews and rapid patch responses from Pearl Abyss.

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Crimson Desert Sells Shocking Number Of Copies In Just 24 Hours

Crimson Desert has sold over 2 million copies within 24 hours despite mixed reviews, indicating strong initial momentum.

The Crimson Desert Vibes Are Rebounding After Wobbly Launch

Crimson Desert has surpassed 3 million sales, with improved user reviews and rapid patch responses from Pearl Abyss.

Crimson Desert Sells Shocking Number Of Copies In Just 24 Hours

Crimson Desert has sold over 2 million copies within 24 hours despite mixed reviews, indicating strong initial momentum.

Minecraft Dungeons 2 Officially Anounced

Minecraft Dungeons 2 has been officially announced and will launch this year on multiple platforms.

Steam Accidentally Leaked Death Stranding 2 Days Early On PC

Death Stranding 2 faces piracy on PC due to unencrypted game files accidentally made available on Steam before launch, while Ubisoft announces Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains releasing June 11.

Alan Wake 2 Studio's Live Service Game Refuses To Die

FBC: Firebreak receives its final content update while remaining playable indefinitely, and IO Interactive ends its partnership with Build a Rocket Boy, canceling planned Hitman DLC.

Former God Of War Writer Says Sex Mini-Games Were 'Worked On By Women' And Should Return In Remake

God of War's sex mini-games were developed largely by women and should return in remakes; a former writer defends them as character-defining and respectful, while a PlayStation-themed Lego set leaks and AI-generated guides face criticism.

PS Plus Game Catalogue Lineup for March Leaked

Recent rumours about PS Plus Game Catalogue titles for this month have pointed to Capcom's action-RPG Dragon's Dogma 2 being added to the service. But noted leaker billbil-kun has put an end to that rumour. In a Dealabs report published Tuesday, the tipster revealed six games that, as per their information, will join Game Catalogue in March.

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Runescape Price Hike Means It Now Costs As Much As World of Warcraft

RuneScape membership increases to $15 monthly and $132 annually, marking the second price hike in less than two years, now matching World of Warcraft's cost.

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Slay The Spire 2 And More Games Coming The Week Of March 2, 2026

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The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - February 27

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Slay The Spire 2 And More Games Coming The Week Of March 2, 2026

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The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - February 27

The Best Thing About Monster Hunter Stories 3...

Major gaming updates include console delays, franchise revivals, new character reveals, and Monster Hunter Stories 3's Habitat Restoration reshaping monster management.

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Elden Ring Nightreign DLC Undertaker - Character Breakdown (Exclusive)

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Elden Ring Nightreign DLC Scholar - Character Breakdown (Exclusive)

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Elden Ring Nightreign is adding two-player co-op

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Elden Ring Nightreign DLC Undertaker - Character Breakdown (Exclusive)

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Elden Ring Nightreign DLC Scholar - Character Breakdown (Exclusive)

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Elden Ring Nightreign is adding two-player co-op

Marvel Cosmic Invasion: Heroic Action With Nostalgic Feel - Review

Marvel Cosmic Invasion is a side-scrolling action beat 'em up featuring a varied roster of heroes in a retro-style, cooperative arcade experience.

Game Of Thrones Fans Think Illustrated Book Is Full Of AI Art

Penguin Random House and an artist deny using generative AI for the illustrated A Feast For Crows edition despite widespread fan accusations.

15 years ago

The Horror Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - October 31

Play a curated selection of classic and modern horror games this Halloween weekend, with reviews, interviews, and news highlighting notable releases and collaborations.

#borderlands-4

7 months ago

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Reason Borderlands 4 Is Missing FOV Sliders On Console Confuses Everyone

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Borderlands 4's Amon Is A More Complicated Vault Hunter To Play Than Past Options

7 months ago

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Reason Borderlands 4 Is Missing FOV Sliders On Console Confuses Everyone

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Borderlands 4's Amon Is A More Complicated Vault Hunter To Play Than Past Options

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Yakuza 0 Director's Cut For Switch 2 Gets Huge Discount At Amazon

The Nintendo Switch 2-exclusive edition of Yakuza 0 has dropped to $37 (was $50) at Amazon and Walmart, marking the best price yet for the game.

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New Black Myth Game, Zhong Kui, Announced With Teaser Trailer

Game Science is developing a sequel titled Black Myth: Zhong Kui, inspired by the Chinese folk figure Zhong Kui.

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Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Preoders Live, Includes Cross-Gen And Early Beta Access

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Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Adds A New 20v20 Mode With Wingsuits And Grappling Hooks

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Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Leaked Video Wasn't Pointing To Jetpacks, Apparently

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Release Date Leaked; No Switch 2 Version at Launch

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Call Of Duty's Next Operator Knows What You Did Last Summer

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Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Preoders Live, Includes Cross-Gen And Early Beta Access

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Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Adds A New 20v20 Mode With Wingsuits And Grappling Hooks

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Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Leaked Video Wasn't Pointing To Jetpacks, Apparently

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Release Date Leaked; No Switch 2 Version at Launch

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Call Of Duty's Next Operator Knows What You Did Last Summer

Moonlighter 2 Releases In Early Access Soon, Including Game Pass On Day One

Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault will enter early access on October 23.

World Of Tanks 2.0 Adds Tier XI Tanks, New PvE Campaign, And More Next Month

World of Tanks 2.0 introduces Tier XI vehicles, a PvE campaign, hangar redesign, and upgraded UI, launching as a free update on September 3.

Lords Of The Fallen 2, Third Game In Series, Revealed At Gamescom

Lords of the Fallen 2 occurs 100 years after the 2023 reboot, with an emphasis on the convergence of worlds.

Bubsy Is Back In A New 3D Platformer--This Is Not A Joke

Atari and Fabraz announced Bubsy 4D, a new 3D platformer featuring the character Bubsy.

Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Beta: Start Date, How To Get In, And Everything Else To Know

The multiplayer beta for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will begin on October 2 as early access and October 5 for everyone else.

Shenmue 3 Enhanced Announced And Coming To Xbox And Nintendo Consoles For The First Time

Shenmue 3 Enhanced will be released with upgraded visuals and no new gameplay content.

Balatro Publisher's Next Game Is A Coin-Pushing 'Dopamine Machine' - Kotaku

Raccoin is a new game that combines coin-pushing mechanics with roguelike deckbuilding elements.

Kirby Air Riders Nintendo Direct Coming Tuesday, Will Run A Whopping 45 Minutes

A Nintendo Direct focusing on Kirby Air Riders is scheduled for tomorrow, hosted by Masahiro Sakurai, lasting approximately 45 minutes.

#battlefield-6

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Everything You Need To Know About Battlefield 6's New Open Beta

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Battlefield 6's Open Beta Hits 300k Players On Steam

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Battlefield 6 - Here's How AI Bots Work In The Open Beta

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Battlefield 6 Multiplayer Reveal: Start Time, How To Watch, And What To Expect

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Whoops, Battlefield 6's official reveal was entirely about the single-player campaign - and we didn't even get a date

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Battlefield 6 Release Date Reportedly Leaks

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Everything You Need To Know About Battlefield 6's New Open Beta

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Battlefield 6's Open Beta Hits 300k Players On Steam

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Battlefield 6 - Here's How AI Bots Work In The Open Beta

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Battlefield 6 Multiplayer Reveal: Start Time, How To Watch, And What To Expect

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Whoops, Battlefield 6's official reveal was entirely about the single-player campaign - and we didn't even get a date

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Battlefield 6 Release Date Reportedly Leaks

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Genshin Impact is dropping PS4 and raising requirements on PC and mobile

"Due to limitations related to hardware performance and platform application size, MiHoYo will end support for Genshin Impact on PS4, effective September 10."

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How To Get A Free Halo Skin In Fortnite

Epic offers the UNSC Spartan skin for free in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4, requiring players to earn 100 levels to unlock it.

Assassin's Creed Mirage is Coming to Xbox Game Pass This Week

Assassin's Creed Mirage will be added to Xbox Game Pass on August 7, 2023.

Once Upon A Katamari Preorders Are Now Live On Consoles And PC

Once Upon A Katamari launches on October 24, featuring new stages, competitive multiplayer mode, and various preorder bonuses like Face customization parts and playable characters.

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Dying Light: The Beast Goes Full Mortal Kombat In New Trailer

Dying Light: The Beast features extreme gore and brutality reflecting the protagonist's quest for revenge.

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Marvel's Anticipated New Fighting Game Is Getting A PS5 Beta You Can Sign Up For Now

Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, featuring Marvel characters, will have a closed beta on PS5 from September 5 to 7 ahead of its 2026 release.

Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac Preorders Include Exclusive In-Game Costumes

Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac is a reimagined version of the classic 2002 game, launching on September 26, featuring enhanced graphics and new gameplay elements.

Plants vs Zombies: Replanted Remasters The Classic For A New Age

EA has announced Plants vs Zombies: Replanted, a remaster releasing on October 23, 2025, for various platforms.

Battlefield 6 Multiplayer and Gameplay Revealed, Launch Date Announced

Battlefield 6 fully revealed its multiplayer modes, maps, single-player campaign, and gameplay, with a release date set for October 10 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X.

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The new free game on Epic Games Store started as a Warcraft 3 mod

Legion TD 2 is free to download on the Epic Games Store until July 31.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Star Admits He Hasn't Played The Game Yet

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 received critical acclaim, particularly for its voice cast, notably Charlie Cox, who voiced Gustave.

It Sure Sounds Like Assassin's Creed Shadows Is Coming To Switch 2 This Year

Ubisoft plans to release a strong quality game on Switch 2, possibly including Assassin's Creed Shadows.

#pokemon

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Pokemon's Unbelievably Bad Summer Showcase Leaves Fans High And Dry

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Pokemon Presents Livestream Set for Tuesday: How to Watch, What to Expect

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Pokemon's Unbelievably Bad Summer Showcase Leaves Fans High And Dry

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Pokemon Presents Livestream Set for Tuesday: How to Watch, What to Expect

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Hellraiser: Revival Brings Pinhead And Pals To First-Person Survival Horror

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Saber Interactive Seems To Be Teasing A Hellraiser Game - Mad Head Games Likely Developing

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Hellraiser: Revival Brings Pinhead And Pals To First-Person Survival Horror

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Saber Interactive Seems To Be Teasing A Hellraiser Game - Mad Head Games Likely Developing

There Are Plans For Switch 2 Edition Of Warframe, But One Big Issue Is Holding It Up

Digital Extremes is eager to develop Warframe for Switch 2, but has not received necessary dev kits due to a backlog.

Here's How To Watch Tomorrow's 24-Minute Pokemon Presents, And DJ Pikachu Beforehand

A long-awaited Pokémon Presents on July 22 may offer updates on existing games and hints at new mobile applications.

New Unannounced From Software Game Will Reportedly Be Coming Sooner Than You Think

From Software is developing a multiplatform game codenamed FMC, potentially a new title or a remake related to Dark Souls.

Final Fantasy 14 Is Ending Support For Windows 10, But The Game Will "Likely" Still Be Playable

"We have found that continuing support for this operating system is a difficult proposition. You will likely be able to play Final Fantasy 14 on Windows 10 systems even after the end of support."

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Looks Like 'Cyberpunk 2077' Is Getting One Final, Surprisingly Big Update

Cyberpunk 2077 receives a major 2.3 update with significant improvements including AutoDrive, new vehicles, quests, and quality-of-life enhancements.

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One Of Xbox Game Pass' Best RPGs Just Got Even Better

Avowed combines immersive combat, storytelling, and world-building, making it a standout RPG of 2025.

Game Pass Is Losing These Three Games Pretty Soon

Three games are leaving Game Pass on July 31, including Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess and Turnip Boy Robs a Bank.

John Wick Hex Is Being Delisted This Week

John Wick Hex will be delisted on July 17, but owners can still access their copies.