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Epic Games Announces Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4: Override
Epic Games has officially unveiled Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4: Override following a week of teasers. The announcement arrived with a full preview trailer.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Release Window and Platforms Update
Learn the latest details on Kingdom Hearts 4 release window and platforms following recent reports tracking the long-awaited sequel.
Star Wars: The Old Republic Updates Focus on Classic Experience
Star Wars: The Old Republic adds new difficulty options and a starting system, aiming to recapture the classic experience for players on PC.
New PC Game Releases: August 17–21, 2026
A roundup of new PC game releases for the week of August 17, 2026, including Beastlink, The Sinking City 2, and the Early Access launch of Brigador Killers.
The Expanse Returns in Spring 2027, Four Years After Finale
The Expanse officially returns in Spring 2027, four years after the TV show finale. Read details on the upcoming project based on source reports.
Recent Industry Updates: Mod Contests, Collabs, and WoW Bugs
Catch up on recent gaming news featuring a Mount & Blade 2 modding contest, Palworld crossover insights, and a strange World of Warcraft 12.1 bug.
D7VK 2.1 Released for Linux With Retro Game Loading Improvements
D7VK version 2.1 is now available, bringing loading time improvements for retro Windows games running on Linux via Wine and Proton.
Lootbound Receives Difficulty Adjustments in New 2026 Update
Lootbound on PC receives a new patch reducing boss power, increasing mana recovery, and lowering dice roll difficulty to address player feedback.
Titan Quest II Adds Crafting System in Latest Early Access Update
Grimlore Games has introduced a new crafting system to Titan Quest II, allowing players to refine gear, reforge affixes, and boost item levels.
New Diablo Release Scheduled for 2027 With $2,599 Price Tag
A brand-new Diablo release is officially coming in 2027 carrying a $2,599 price tag, according to recent reports.
This Solitaire Game Loads Directly From a QR Code
Discover how a new version of Solitaire lets players load the game instantly via a QR code, offering a tiny alternative to massive modern game installations.
Why Industry Veterans Are Pushing Back Against AI NPCs in Games
Industry figures and writers from Larian, BioWare, and CD Projekt Red are pushing back against generative AI dialogue and neo-NPCs in video games.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Update Fixes Biggest Community Complaint
Halo: Campaign Evolved gets a new update adding toggles for Film Grain and Chromatic Aberration, addressing top community complaints on all platforms.
Wardogs Hits One Million Steam Wishlists Ahead of September Launch
Bulkhead's 100-player FPS Wardogs hits one million Steam wishlists ahead of its September 10 Early Access launch and August closed beta.
Pearl Abyss Deploys Latest Crimson Desert PC Update
Crimson Desert receives a new PC update from Pearl Abyss featuring bug fixes, improvements, and new content following its strong 2026 launch.
Zero Sievert Lock and Loaded Update Released on PC
Zero Sievert has released the Locked and Loaded Update on PC, bringing new content, quality-of-life changes, and gameplay improvements to the wasteland.
Former BioWare Devs Reveal The Eventide, An X-Files-Like PC Mystery
Studio Reset, founded by former Mass Effect and BioWare developers, announced The Eventide, a watercolor narrative adventure coming to PC in 2026.
Stalker 2 Free Update Aims to Make Survivalist FPS Less Hostile
An upcoming free update for Stalker 2 on PC aims to make the survivalist FPS less relentlessly hostile and more atmospheric.
New Steam Character-Action Game Brings Dark Disney Princesses to PC
A new character-action game on Steam blends dark Brothers Grimm fairytale origins with fast-paced combat reminiscent of Stellar Blade.
Gundam: Silent Barrage Confirmed for September 2026 Release on PC
Gundam: Silent Barrage has a confirmed release window of September 2026 on PC. Read the latest details on availability and the franchise's ongoing expansion.
Kingdom Hearts IV Release Details and Platform Information
Kingdom Hearts IV is confirmed for a 2026 release. Get the latest details on platforms and availability for the upcoming title.
Dead by Daylight 'Player Intent' Wheel: How to Use Survivor Communication
Behaviour Interactive confirms the 'Player Intent' wheel for Dead by Daylight. Learn how the communication system works, including muting and customization.
EZ2ON REBOOT: R Gets Major Steam Discounts and New Bundle
The rhythm-action title EZ2ON REBOOT: R is currently on sale via Steam. Save on the base game and a variety of DLC packs including the new Summer Special bundle.
Matt Groening Seemingly Confirms The Simpsons: Hit & Run Return
The Simpsons creator Matt Groening has reportedly hinted that The Simpsons: Hit & Run is making a comeback, though official details remain unconfirmed.
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.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Free Update Aims to Make Zone Less Relentlessly Hostile
GSC Game World details an imminent free update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl focused on atmospheric lighting and adjusted A-Life mechanics.
Slay the Spire 2 Slows Update Pace for Alternate Act 2 and New Hero
Mega Crit is slowing Slay the Spire 2 updates on PC to focus on bigger features, including an alternate Act 2, new modes, and a character.
PCGamesN News Roundup: Low-Budget Repairs, Razer Keycap, and Nopixel V
A roundup of recent PC gaming news from Steam, covering Low-Budget Repairs reviews, a $90 Razer artisan keycap, and Nopixel V's closed beta release.
Echoes of Mystralia Arrives on Steam Early Access for PC
Borealys Games has launched Echoes of Mystralia on Steam Early Access for PC, bringing players back to the kingdom as a Watcher named Mazarim.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam: How Expression Games Tackled Asymmetry
Expression Games discusses the design challenges of Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, focusing on technological asymmetry and historical accuracy in the new PC title.
Disney Animation Studios Boss Jared Bush Isn't Ruling Out a Possible Kingdom Hearts Movie
Disney Animation Studios boss Jared Bush addresses whether a Kingdom Hearts movie could happen, following new Kingdom Hearts IV details and a series announcement.
Pax Autocratica Receives Directive AG-14 Update: Capture Rounds Added
Developer Multiverse has released Directive AG-14 for Pax Autocratica. The update adds advanced Capture Rounds and optimizes combat and performance.
Steam Isometric Sale Offers Discounts Through August 19
Publisher META Publishing and Owlcat Games have launched a Steam sale featuring discounts on isometric RPGs. The event runs until August 19, 2026.
Game Of Thrones: Into The North Arrives on PC in 2026
Game Of Thrones: Into The North lands on PC in 2026. Get the latest release details, platform availability, and player updates.
War Thunder Launches 237th Steam Screenshot Competition
War Thunder has opened submissions for its 237th Steam screenshot competition, focusing on water-themed landscapes. Winners receive 300 Golden Eagles.