Ryse: Son of Rome: The Lost Vision for a Multi-Empire Franchise
Crytek originally planned a sprawling franchise for Ryse: Son of Rome, with sequels set in Japan and the Viking era before the project stalled.
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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Hits 2 Million Sales on Launch
Ubisoft confirms 2 million copies sold of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. The team is addressing launch-day bugs including 30FPS cutscene locks.
Saber Interactive Inundated With Offers Following Space Marine 2 Success
Saber Interactive says the success of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has led to a surge in major licensing offers, allowing the studio to be highly selective.
A Minecraft Movie Squared Build Challenge: Winners and Finalists Revealed
Mojang has announced the winners of the A Minecraft Movie Squared build challenge, including the Lightning Rod Lighthouse and three other community creations.
Developer of Short Game Criticizes Steam Refund System
The developer of a short-form PC title is questioning Steam's refund policy, arguing that the system is being used by some to play games for free.
Grand Theft Auto Online Status: Latest Updates and Industry Context
As the industry sees shift at studios like Id Software, we look at the current state of Grand Theft Auto Online across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.
Cyberpunk 2077: Steam News Round-Up for July 2026
A look at the latest updates from the Steam news feed, covering Dragon Ball, Avatar, and new free releases for July 2026.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Sells 2 Million Copies on Day One
Vantage Studios reports 2 million copies sold and record-breaking Steam engagement for the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced launch.
EA SPORTS College Football 27 Removing Paid Progression Options
EA SPORTS is removing all paid progression options from College Football 27's Road to Glory and Online Dynasty modes starting tomorrow.
ARK: Dragontopia Adds New Radiant Creature Lumina
Studio Wildcard has introduced Lumina, a radiant new creature for ARK: Dragontopia, alongside updates on character restoration and official server patches.
Laura Fryer Issues Warning as PlayStation Moves Toward Digital-Only Future
Founding Xbox member Laura Fryer warns that Sony’s decision to end physical disc production by 2028 threatens long-term ownership of digital games.
10 Great Short Steam Games You Can Beat in One Evening
Looking for a gaming experience you can finish in a single night? Here are 10 top-rated Steam titles that take five hours or less to complete.
New Free Story-Driven Game Hits 100% Positive Reviews on Steam
A newly released free story-driven game on Steam has achieved a 100% positive review rating as of July 2026. Here is what you need to know.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Moves 2 Million Copies in One Day
Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has sold 2 million copies in its first day, surpassing Steam player counts for recent entries in the series.
Disgaea Mayhem Developers Discuss Shift to Action RPG Gameplay
Ahead of its launch next week, the development team behind Disgaea Mayhem breaks down the transition to an action RPG format and lessons from recent entries.
EA Sports College Football 27 Faces Backlash Over Microtransactions
EA Sports College Football 27 is facing 'Mostly Negative' reviews on Steam after EA added pay-to-win microtransactions to offline Dynasty and Road to Glory modes.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Hits 2 Million Sales on Day One
Ubisoft confirms Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced sold 2 million copies in 24 hours, alongside record-breaking Steam player counts for the series.
How to Get Hardwood in Palworld: Farming Locations for the 1.0 Update
Struggling to find hardwood in Palworld? Here is exactly where to farm it in the Twilight Dunes and Sakurajima zones for your level 40-50 crafting recipes.
Ubisoft Deploys Temporary Fix for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Bug
Ubisoft has released a temporary fix for the persistent resynced bug in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced following widespread player frustration at launch.
Microsoft Denies Xbox Layoff Conspiracy Theory Regarding H-1B Visas
Microsoft’s Frank X. Shaw refutes claims that recent Xbox layoffs were designed to replace American workers with foreign employees on H-1B visas.
Backyard Baseball (2026) Review: An Over-Optimized Miss
Is the 2026 Backyard Baseball reboot worth playing? Our review finds that while it passes the eye test, the gameplay falls short of the classic experience.
Dear Magical Girls Brings Tactical Tower Defense to PC This July
GIGABlock Studio’s Dear Magical Girls launches July 31, 2026. Master tactical, vertex-shaping tower defense while managing the burnout of a jaded magical girl.
Borderlands 4 Weekly Update: New Bounty Pack and Loveless the Hacker
Gearbox details the upcoming Bounty Pack 4: Murders & Acquisitions and introduces Loveless the Hacker, arriving in early September for Borderlands 4.
Microsoft Denies Xbox Layoffs Are Linked to H-1B Visa Hiring
Microsoft communications lead Frank Shaw addresses rumors, confirming the 3,200 Xbox job cuts are for business restructuring, not to replace staff with H-1B workers.
Palworld Status and Latest Industry Updates (July 2026)
Catch up on the latest news for July 2026, including updates on Palworld platforms, Moonlight Peaks quests, and indie developer refund discussions.
id Software Responds to Massive Layoffs: 'We Still Have the Crew We Need'
Following recent massive layoffs, id Software has issued a statement confirming they retain the necessary staff to continue building their signature tech and games.
Trailblazers: Into The March is a New Roguelite Colony Sim for PC
Developer Strangers has announced Trailblazers: Into The March, a roguelite colony sim for PC featuring living landships and a deadly fungal world.
CD Projekt Rules Out More Cyberpunk 2077 DLC Despite Player Surge
Cyberpunk 2077 hits 100,000 concurrent players on Steam, but CD Projekt confirms no further DLC is planned for the game.
id Software Responds to Layoffs: 'We Still Have the Crew We Need'
Following significant Xbox layoffs, id Software confirms staff reductions but insists the studio remains capable of developing its signature games.
Palworld Developer Releases Latest Update Details
Pocketpair has released the latest update for Palworld, addressing stability and game-play adjustments for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X.
How to Unlock Samael’s Romance in Moonlight Peaks
Struggling to date the bartender in Moonlight Peaks? Learn why Samael only has four hearts and how to unlock his full romance path in this guide.
Manor Lords Update 7: Pathfinding Overhauls and Technical Fixes Are Live
The latest Manor Lords update brings four months of technical refinements, including pathfinding reworks and worker behavior improvements, to the live PC build.
Valve's Steam Machine Verification System Leaves Performance Gaps
Valve's new Steam Machine verification system is live, but users are finding that games too demanding for the Steam Deck lack clear compatibility guidance.
Steam Hits Record $11.1B Revenue in First Half of 2026
Alinea Analytics reports Steam generated $11.1 billion in the first half of 2026, a 14.5% increase over H1 2025 despite shifting trends in new game sales.
The Blood of Dawnwalker: A Deep Dive into Rebel Wolves’ New RPG
Rebel Wolves’ debut RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, features a unique day-night cycle and real-time, directional combat on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Adds Option to Mute Faei
Square Enix has released a patch for The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, allowing players to disable the intrusive companion character, Faei.