Elden Ring Patch 1.17 Details Weapon Buffs, Parries, and DLC Prep
FromSoftware has released Elden Ring patch 1.17, bringing weapon buffs, parry improvements, bug fixes, and preparation for the upcoming Tarnished Pack DLC.
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Elden Ring Patch 1.17 Drops Ahead of Tarnished Pack DLC
Elden Ring patch 1.17 is out now across all platforms, laying the groundwork for the Tarnished Pack DLC arriving August 28, 2026, alongside weapon and balance tweaks.
Tails of Iron 2: Blood and Brine Free Expansion Launches Today
Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter gets a free expansion today on PS5 and PS4, adding a new region, quests, bosses, and a fishing system.
Intel Gamer Days 2026 bundles Tomb Raider and Star Wars free
Intel's Gamer Days 2026 promotion bundles Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Star Wars Galactic Racer for free with select hardware and processors.
Halo: Chronological Order and Release Date Guide
Explore how to play the Halo series in release and chronological order for 2026, covering all mainline entries, spin-offs, platforms, and timelines.
Halo Campaign Evolved: All 13 Terminal Locations Guide
Find all 13 hidden terminals in Halo Campaign Evolved on PC with this step-by-step location guide covering every mission from Pillar of Autumn to The Maw.
League of Legends: Faker Appointed Honorary Korean Police Officer
League of Legends star Lee 'Faker' Sang-hyeok appointed as an honorary Korean police officer to lead campaigns against illegal online gambling.
Sweet Hamster Days: How the FMV Game Was Inspired by GTA 5
The FMV game Sweet Hamster Days features you as a hamster cared for by three sisters. Creator Oda reveals the unexpected influence of Grand Theft Auto 5.
EA Sports FC 27 Release Date, Editions, and Early Access Details
EA Sports FC 27 launches September 24, 2026. Discover early access dates, pricing, pre-order bonuses, and community-driven features on Steam.
Halloween: The Game Refused Classification in Australia
Illfonic's upcoming horror title Halloween: The Game has been banned in Australia ahead of its September 9, 2026, release date.
Big Walk Voice Volume Patch Adjusts Proximity Audio on PC
Big Walk gets a new PC update addressing proximity voice chat volume complaints while preserving the developer's design philosophy on player distance.
Fields of Mistria: PC 1.0 Launch Date Confirmed for 2026
Developer NPC Studio has confirmed the 1.0 official release for Fields of Mistria on PC is set for 2026. Get the latest on the upcoming full launch.
Diablo 4: New Technical and Performance Patch Released
Blizzard has released a new update for Diablo 4 to address performance and technical issues. Find out what this means for your session and what you need to do.
Ukrainian Games Festival 2026: New Releases and Demos Now Live on Steam
The fifth Ukrainian Games Festival is live on Steam through August 24, featuring over 680 titles, 190 demos, and 50 new game reveals.
Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer is 30% Off on Xbox Series X
Get the classic arcade racer Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer for $11.89 on Xbox Series X. Includes new features like time attack, rewind, and save slots.
PC Update Adds Soldier Aging Toggle and Automatic Backups
The latest PC update for the early access title introduces a soldier aging toggle, exile feature, automatic save backups, and multiple combat balance adjustments.
Gigabyte MO27Q2A OLED Monitor Deal Bundles Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Save A$100 on the Gigabyte MO27Q2A OLED gaming monitor at Umart and receive a free digital code for Onimusha: Way of the Sword valued at $100 RRP.
War Thunder August Monthly Decals: How to Unlock New Emblems
War Thunder's August 2026 update adds new collectible decals for Japan, USSR, UK, Finland, China, France, USA, Poland, Germany, and Italy through September 10.
REANIMAL Update Fixes DLC Crashes and Adds HDR10+ Support
Tarsier Studios has released a new update for REANIMAL addressing DX11/DX12 crashes and adding HDR10+ support for PC players.
Arrowhead CEO: GTA 6 PC Delay Helps Helldivers 2 Retain Its Space
Arrowhead CEO Shams Jorjani believes the lack of a PC version for GTA 6 at launch will allow Helldivers 2 to maintain its active player base in November 2026.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Confirms GeForce NOW Launch Support
The Blood of Dawnwalker arrives on PC and GeForce NOW on September 3, 2026. Get pre-order pricing, platform details, and early unlock availability.
Scuf Nemesis Pro 8K PC Controller Launch: Price and Specs
Scuf has launched the Nemesis Pro 8K PC controller, featuring an 8,000Hz polling rate, four back paddles, and pricing set at $119.99 wired and $199.99 wireless.
Beast of Reincarnation Patch v1.0.9 Out Now: What Changed
Game Freak releases Beast of Reincarnation patch v1.0.9 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, adding ultrawide support, skippable cutscenes, and charm selling.
Lunarium: Developer Discusses Combat Inspiration and Difficulty Design
Developer Lunariumstudio shares insights on combat design and the influence of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice on the isometric RPG Lunarium, now available on PC.
American Truck Simulator: How to Buy and Customize Cars in Road Trip
Learn how to use the new Car Dealer and My Cars garage features in the American Truck Simulator Road Trip project, including configuration and DLC requirements.
Marvel Rivals Version 20260820 Patch Notes: Fixes & Bundles
Explore Marvel Rivals version 20260820 patch notes. Discover confirmed hero fixes for Loki and Hela, store bundles, and download requirements for PC players.
Palworld Revenue Analysis Highlights Steam Sandbox Market Dominance
A report by We Love It identifies Palworld as a top-earning sandbox title on Steam, with lifetime revenue estimated at approximately $500 million.
Stars Reach Launches Into Early Access on PC
Playable Worlds has released its sandbox MMORPG Stars Reach on Steam. Learn about early access platform availability, pricing tiers, and gameplay features.
Gyld Raises $1M to Expand Critical Compass Research System
The games agency behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has raised $1 million to roll out its Critical Compass research system to more studios and investors.
Fortnite Adds Exclusive Star Wars Forsworn Trooper Skin at Disney Parks
Fortnite introduces the exclusive Star Wars Forsworn Trooper skin, available only to visitors at Disneyland Park in Anaheim and Disney's Hollywood Studios.
Crimson Desert Update 1.18.00: Non-Violent Research and QoL Changes
Crimson Desert update 1.18.00 introduces non-violent wildlife research, refined stable gear management, and quest improvements for PC players.
Cyberpunk 2077 Assets Identified in Fortnite 'Override' Season Trailer
Players have spotted Cyberpunk 2077 weapons, billboards, and Adam Smasher in the latest Fortnite trailer, fueling crossover speculation for the Override season.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Will Not Be Delayed, Director Tetsuya Nomura Confirms
Kingdom Hearts 4 creative director Tetsuya Nomura confirms the RPG will launch in late 2027 without delays, backed by smooth development progress.
Gears of War: E-Day Open Beta Sets New Steam Concurrent Player Record
The Gears of War: E-Day open beta has hit a new peak of 22,084 concurrent Steam players, surpassing all previous series entries on the platform.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam: Developers Address Launch Feedback
Following the launch of Hell Let Loose: Vietnam on PC, developers are actively responding to community reports and feedback shared during the first 24 hours.
Cult of PiN Day One Patch Raises Score Limit to 9.2 Quintillion
Cult of PiN receives a day one update on PC addressing critical crashes, raising the Endless Mode limit to Act XXX, and bumping the max score to 9.2 quintillion.