Hasbro Scales Back Gaming Ambitions Following $56 Million Impairment
Hasbro has recorded a $56 million impairment charge following the cancellation of several internal video game projects slated for 2028 and beyond.
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Steam's Largest Free-to-Play Title Maintains Millions of Daily Players
Despite the competitive nature of the Steam marketplace, the platform's biggest free game continues to command millions of daily active users in mid-2026.
Wreckreation 2 Announced for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC
Developer When Tides Turn has officially announced Wreckreation 2, an open-world arcade racer coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
The Sims 4 Adds Autosave and Memory Boost in Latest Patch
The latest Sims 4 update introduces automatic saves, save reminders, and a memory boost for improved performance across all platforms.
Beast of Reincarnation Estimated to Last 30-40 Hours
Developer Game Freak has confirmed Beast of Reincarnation will feature a 30-40 hour campaign when it launches on August 4, 2026.
Steam Deck Sales Decline Following 2026 Price Increase
Valve's Steam Deck has dropped in sales rankings on the Steam platform following a price hike implemented in May 2026.
Hasbro Reports $56 Million Impairment Charge Following Game Cancellations
Hasbro has canceled multiple video game projects as part of a 2026 restructuring, despite the continued success of Baldur's Gate 3.
Palworld Developers Address Potential Fortnite Crossover Rumors
A new Epic Games survey and comments from Pocketpair staff have sparked rumors of a potential Palworld crossover. Here is what we know about the possibility.
Disney Dreamlight Valley 'Pixel Perfect' Update Arrives July 29
Disney Dreamlight Valley's Pixel Perfect update launches July 29, 2026, across all platforms, adding Wreck-It Ralph, new quality-of-life tools, and summer events.
Assassin's Creed Hexe Setting Potentially Teased in Black Flag Resynced
Players have discovered a mysterious cathedral in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced that may hint at the setting for the upcoming Assassin's Creed Hexe.
Echo Weaver Launches October 8 for PC, PS5, Xbox, and Switch 2
Moonlight Kids and Akupara Games confirmed Echo Weaver launches October 8, 2026, on PC, PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2, with day-one Game Pass availability.
Obsidian's New Fallout Project Aims for 'Sense of Agony' in RPG Design
Josh Sawyer, lead on Obsidian's upcoming Fallout game, details a design philosophy focused on player limitation rather than traditional power fantasies.
Astrolabe Games Commits to Physical PS5 Releases Through 2028
Publisher Astrolabe Games has pledged to continue producing physical PS5 discs for all eligible titles until Sony's manufacturing cutoff in January 2028.
CD Projekt Red Confirms Hidden Secrets Still Lurk in Cyberpunk 2077
Six years after launch, CD Projekt Red’s Paweł Sasko reveals that players are still discovering tucked-away narrative details in Cyberpunk 2077.
Xbox Game Pass 'Starter Edition' Now Available for Meta Horizon+ Users
Meta Horizon+ subscribers now get access to the Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition, including 50+ games and 10 hours of cloud gaming per month.
Kylian Mbappé Named Official Cover Athlete for EA Sports FC 27
EA Sports has confirmed Kylian Mbappé as the cover star for the Ultimate Edition of EA Sports FC 27, marking his return to the franchise's front cover.
Manor Lords Beta Update Adds Cow Breeding and New Construction Features
A new Manor Lords beta update arriving by the end of July 2026 adds cow breeding, cheesemongers, oat farming, and a new 'Wide Valley' map.
Cyberpunk 2077: The Lasting Impact of 'Corpo' Roleplay Choices
Exploring how specific roleplay choices in Cyberpunk 2077, particularly as a Corpo V, impact narrative outcomes like the fate of Jackie Welles.
Nintendo Confirms Competitive Gameplay Will Continue Beyond Splatoon Raiders
Nintendo producer Seita Inoue clarified that competitive Splatoon development remains active, distancing the new spin-off from the mainline series.
Former Rockstar Dev Suggests Scrapped GTA 5 Content May Feature in GTA 6
A former Rockstar Games developer suggests that content cut from Grand Theft Auto 5 could potentially appear in the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI.
Harebrained Schemes Shares New Story Trailer for Survival Horror RPG GRAFT
Harebrained Schemes has released a new story trailer for GRAFT, a post-cyberpunk survival horror RPG set on a dying space station. Learn more about the game.
Victrix Pro BFG PC Controller Sees $50 Discount
The Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded controller for PC is currently on sale for $139.99 at Best Buy, a $50 discount from its standard $189.99 price point.
Nintendo Argues No Legal Duty to Pass Tariff Refunds to Consumers
Nintendo has asked a court to dismiss a class action lawsuit demanding it pass on US tariff refunds to customers, arguing buyers received what they bargained for.
Fallout 4: Capital Wasteland Mod Team Confirms Continued Development
The team behind the Fallout 3 remake in Fallout 4 is continuing their project despite Bethesda's recent announcement of official remasters.
Die or Dive Launches Today: A Roguelite Scuba Sim for PC
Drop Rate Studio and Dear Villagers have released Die or Dive, a 2D roguelite scuba simulation, on PC. Explore the abyssal pool and manage sanity in this game.
Pulsar and Noctua Launch Fan-Cooled Feinmann F01 Gaming Mouse
Pulsar has partnered with Noctua to release the Feinmann F01, a gaming mouse featuring a built-in 40mm cooling fan for reducing palm sweat during play.
Stip Demo Launches on PC Ahead of 2026 Release
The free demo for the number puzzle game Stip is now available on Steam for Linux, Mac, and Windows users.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Receives First Steam Hotfix
The first hotfix for The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is live on Steam, addressing performance, crossplay, and gameplay balance. See the full list of changes.
Seven PlayStation Games Surpass 100,000 Physical Units Sold in 2026
New data from Circana reveals that only seven games have sold over 100,000 physical units on PlayStation platforms in the US so far this year.
Train Sim World 6 Adds Thames Valley Branches Route
Incredible Trains has released the Thames Valley Branches DLC for Train Sim World 6 on PC, featuring three distinct branch lines and the Class 165.
Wreckreation 2 Announced for PS5 by New Studio When Tides Turn
Developer When Tides Turn has announced Wreckreation 2 for PS5. The sequel shifts focus toward arcade racing action over the original's open-world editing tools.
Acer Predator Atlas 8 Pricing Positions It as a Luxury Handheld
The Acer Predator Atlas 8 enters the market with a premium price tag, signaling a shift toward luxury pricing for high-end handheld gaming PCs in 2026.
Splatoon Raiders Review Roundup: Critics Divided on Switch 2 Spin-off
Ahead of the July 23 release on Nintendo Switch 2, critics weigh in on Splatoon Raiders, a PvE-focused spin-off featuring loot-based gameplay and character builds.
MXGP 26 Announced: Unreal Engine 5 Upgrade and October 2026 Release
Nacon and Artefacts Studio have revealed MXGP 26. The motocross sim features Unreal Engine 5, dynamic track deformation, and an October 2026 launch on PC.
Palworld Retakes Top Spot on Steam Weekly Charts
Palworld has returned to number one on the Steam weekly top sellers chart for the week ending July 21, 2026, surpassing Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced.
Josh Sawyer Details Design Philosophy Behind New Fallout RPGs
Fallout: New Vegas director Josh Sawyer explains why he avoids 'fix everything' RPG design in his upcoming, reportedly in-development Fallout project.