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EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27: EA Tiburon Overhauls Gameplay Functionality
EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27 on Xbox Series X introduces significant gameplay changes as developer EA Tiburon rebuilds the series' underlying foundation.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Includes Warzone for Switch 2
The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta brings Warzone to Nintendo Switch 2. Learn about the beta schedule and the new Zodiac map.
Super Mario Bros. Speedrun: Niftski Sets New Record of 4:54.332
Speedrunner Niftski has set a new Super Mario Bros. world record of 4:54.332, moving within 4 frames of the theoretical perfect time for the NES classic.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion PC Modding Focuses on Khajiit Lands
Explore PC Gamer's recent feature on modding the Khajiit lands into The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, highlighting unique gameplay challenges and encounters.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4: Pre-orders, Beta, and Next Event Details
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 pre-orders are open with beta access. Tune into Call of Duty: NEXT on August 21, 2026, for gameplay and project details.
Transport Fever 3 Features: Pollution, Noise, and Logistics Depth
Urban Games reveals new details for Transport Fever 3, focusing on complex city management, pollution mechanics, and detailed traffic control systems.
Thimbleweed Park 2 is Happening Thanks to a Wealthy Investor
Thimbleweed Park 2 is officially in development for PC after Ron Gilbert connected with a wealthy fan of the original adventure game.
Blood of Dawnwalker Parrying Draws Inspiration From Guitar Hero
Rebel Wolves reveals how Guitar Hero inspired the directional combat parry system in the upcoming PC vampire RPG Blood of Dawnwalker, releasing September 3.
Resident Evil: Death Island Is Being Turned Into A Manga
Resident Evil: Death Island is officially expanding into a manga adaptation, bringing new media to the long-running survival horror franchise.
Pocketpair Clarifies Post-Launch Plans for Palworld
Pocketpair confirms it is not planning a year-long development cycle for a massive Palworld 1.1 update following the game's full release in July.
Misery Megafactory Update Released on PC
The Megafactory update for Misery has been released on PC, introducing a new industrial biome, fresh enemies, equipment, and hazards.
How to Change Baldur's Gate 3 Combat to Real-Time with Pause
The Brawl mod for Baldur's Gate 3 on PC allows players to swap turn-based combat for real-time-with-pause. Here is how it changes the game and what to expect.
Steam's New 'Anti-Call of Duty' FPS Blends Spec Ops and Stanley Parable
Discover War Fantasy on Steam, a PC first-person shooter combining the military critique of Spec Ops: The Line with the narrative meta of Stanley Parable.
Palworld Developer Addresses Influx of Collaboration Requests
Palworld developers address collaboration volume for the PC survival game, noting many proposed partnerships have been rejected despite a fun-first approach.
Disney Identifies Kingdom Hearts and Marvel Rivals as Core Pillars
Disney Games has confirmed that Kingdom Hearts and Marvel Rivals are foundational to its business strategy, following $3.5 billion in annual consumer spending.
Toy Story 3 Xbox Game Delisting Set for September 2026 Ahead of Remaster
The original Toy Story 3 game is being delisted from the digital Xbox store on September 29, 2026, ahead of an October remaster release on Xbox.
Star Wars: The Old Republic Enters a 'New Era' With Upcoming Release
Star Wars: The Old Republic is set to explore the Old Republic era once again. Learn what we know about the upcoming release and its focus on the franchise's history.
World of Warcraft Yanks Rare Mounts From Players Linked to Boosting
World of Warcraft players are losing the rare Ashes of Belo'ren Mythic L'ura mount from their collections due to suspected boosting activity.
Recent PC Updates Fix Quest Bugs and Performance Issues
Developers have deployed a series of hotfixes addressing quest progression, physics bugs, and FPS drops. Further optimization and control updates are in development.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Adds Campaign and Warzone Map
Activision confirms the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta will feature a campaign mission and the new Zodiac Warzone map ahead of its October 23, 2026 launch.
Palworld Devs Clarify Scope of 1.1 Update After Fan Requests
Pocketpair publishing lead John Buckley clarifies that Palworld version 1.1 will focus on practical improvements rather than massive content expansions.
Roblox Faces US Senate Investigation Into Child Safety
The US Senate Judiciary Committee has launched an investigation into Roblox, requiring the company to provide safety records by August 2026.
Warhounds Hotfix 2 Temporarily Disables VSync on PC
Warhounds Hotfix 2 is out now on PC via Steam, temporarily disabling VSync to resolve camera issues and fixing localization errors.
My Nintendo Offering Collectible Card Set for Donkey Kong Challenge
Nintendo is rewarding Switch 2 players who complete the DK Challenge with a physical 39-card collectible set and case. Find out how to qualify by September 1.
Sandustry v0.5.3 Hotfix: Memory Optimizations and Objective Clarity
Sandustry version 0.5.3 is now live, introducing memory optimizations, clearer objective indicators, and improved logging for PC players.
Soul's Remnant Steam Release: What to Know About the 2D Indie MMO
Soul's Remnant released for free on Steam on August 13, 2026. Discover platforms, monetization details, and gameplay features from the two-person developer.
New Bully-Inspired Title 'Agefield High: Rock the School' Faces Backlash
The school-themed indie game Agefield High: Rock the School has launched on Steam to mostly negative reviews, failing to meet expectations as a Bully successor.
Warhammer 40k 11th Edition Starter Set Details and Beginner Guide
Explore what is included in the Warhammer 40000 11th edition starter set following its official release in August 2026, designed for new players.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam: Complete Game Modes Guide
Learn how to play every game mode in Hell Let Loose: Vietnam. Master Warfare, Conquest, Domination, and Offensive with this practical beginner guide.
Beast of Reincarnation Director Apologizes for Rocky Launch
Director Kota Furushima has apologized for the technical state of Beast of Reincarnation and confirmed that Game Freak is working on post-launch improvements.
MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Review Brief: Early Impressions
Explore early reviewer findings and player feedback for MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PlayStation 5, detailing single-player and multiplayer impressions.
Mafia: The Old Country Expands with Man of Honor DLC
The Man of Honor expansion for Mafia: The Old Country is now available. Learn what's included in the new story chapters and how to access the latest content.
Marvel Rivals Climbs Steam Charts Following Swimsuit Skin Launch
Marvel Rivals climbed to the top of Steam's US sales list following the release of new swimsuit special costumes for Scarlet Witch, Magik, Storm, and Black Cat.
Lord of the Rings: War in the North Updates and Steam News
Check the latest Steam news and updates for Lord of the Rings: War in the North on ingamenews.com, covering multi-platform details and release info.
Rising Xbox Console Prices: What to Do If Your Hardware Fails
With Xbox Series X|S prices rising in 2026 due to component costs, here is what you need to know about your options if your console breaks.