Former Ubisoft Developers Launch Dark Ritual Studios and Announce Puzzle Mage
Following Ubisoft Barcelona layoffs, former staff have formed Dark Ritual Studios and announced their debut title, Puzzle Mage, currently in development.
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Dragon Ridge Valley Brings Fable-Style Fantasy to Steam
Dragon Ridge Valley is an immersive new fantasy game on Steam offering Fable and Skyrim vibes with a unique twist for PC players.
Marvel Tokon PC Update Deployed: Does It Fix the Performance Issues?
Marvel Tokon receives a 10 GB PC update aimed at reducing CPU usage, frame drops, and audio bugs. Player results on performance remain mixed.
Pight: New Minecraft-Inspired Logic Puzzler Now Available on Mobile
Mindlabor’s Pight is a premium logic puzzle game for iOS and Android. Explore 90 levels featuring mechanics inspired by Minecraft redstone systems.
Forza Horizon 6 Update Adds Mascot Party, 1970 Honda N600
Forza Horizon 6 receives the Horizon Mascot Party update, adding three new cars, the Edamame Time Attack Circuit, sign language support, and EventLab props.
Xbox Releasing Mandatory Bug Fix Following Recent Server Outages
Xbox is rolling out a mandatory client bug fix starting August 10, 2026, to resolve library enumeration and license check failures following July's server outage.
Hello Games Explains Quiet Approach to Light No Fire Marketing
Hello Games founder Sean Murray explains why Light No Fire has stayed quiet since 2023, citing strong Steam wishlist rankings as the reason to skip marketing.
GameStop Reconsiders $56 Billion eBay Acquisition Bid
GameStop is reportedly reconsidering its $56 billion bid for eBay following a rejection. The company currently holds a 9.8% stake in the e-commerce platform.
Paralives Patch 0.1.7 Brings Visual Upgrades to Parababies
Paralives update 0.1.7 brings visual upgrades for Parababies on PC. See the latest patch notes, Wholesome Games sale details, and recent hotfix changes.
Persona 1 and 2 Remakes: Kazuhisa Wada Comments on Potential Projects
Atlus producer Kazuhisa Wada suggests that remakes for the original Persona and Persona 2 are projects the studio should pursue.
Metroid Prime Origins Demakes GameCube Classic Into NES-Style 2D Adventure
Lv.4 Games releases Metroid Prime Origins, a fresh fan adaptation that reimagines the 2002 Nintendo GameCube title as an NES-inspired 2D adventure.
1666: Amsterdam Features Randomized Ability Buffs Upon Death
Patrice Désilets confirms 1666: Amsterdam uses a lottery system for ability coffers, forcing players to adapt their build each time they respawn on PC.
Palworld Releases Update V1.0.3 for August 2026
Palworld receives update V1.0.3 in August 2026, making recent content additions easier to access and giving players reasons to revisit major features.
Borderlands 4: Take-Two Affirms Support Despite Ongoing PC Issues
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick confirms continued support for Borderlands 4, as Gearbox pushes forward with DLC content despite persistent PC performance complaints.
Square Enix Reports 90% Digital Sales as Industry Moves Away From Discs
Square Enix confirms 90.11% of its game sales are now digital. Data arrives as Sony prepares to phase out PlayStation physical discs by early 2028.
Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush Trophy List Reveals 51 Challenges
The trophy list for Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush on PS5 has appeared online. Discover what players must do to earn the platinum trophy before the September launch.
1666: Amsterdam Early Access Launch Date Set for August 25 on PC
1666: Amsterdam enters early access on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on August 25, 2026. Get all release details and platform information.
1666: Amsterdam Launches in Early Access on August 25
Panache Digital Games has announced that 1666: Amsterdam will launch in Early Access on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on August 25, 2026.
No Man's Sky Fans Have Explored Less Than 1% of Planets After 10 Years
As Hello Games celebrates the 10th anniversary of No Man's Sky, founder Sean Murray reveals player exploration stats and teases the upcoming COSMOS update.
Kobayakawa-san Is a Soulslike: Browser Dating Sim Adds Combat Mechanics
A new browser dating sim replaces traditional dialogue choices with Soulslike combat mechanics. Players must attack, parry, or dodge to survive conversations.
Pax Autocratica Launches in Early Access on PC
Pax Autocratica is available now in early access on PC via Steam alongside a 17% launch discount and an outline of upcoming development plans.
Top-Rated Video Game Soundtracks: Nintendo Switch Leads the Pack
A recent community poll identifies top-tier gaming soundtracks, with the majority of fan-favorite titles available on the Nintendo Switch platform.
Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence PC Port Launches to Mixed Reviews
Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence PC port arrives on Steam with mixed reviews, performance issues, and player complaints over microtransactions.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Sales Spike Following Brand New Day Film Release
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 has seen a surge in player engagement and sales following the theatrical release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
No Man's Sky 10th Anniversary: COSMOS Update and Light No Fire Teased
Hello Games celebrates the 10th anniversary of No Man's Sky with a look ahead at the upcoming COSMOS update and the status of their new project, Light No Fire.
Metal Gear Solid 4 PS5 Platinum: Trophy Requirements Confirmed
Earning the Platinum trophy for Metal Gear Solid 4 on PS5 requires the same brutal conditions as the original version, including a speedrun and no-death run.
Recent Industry Updates: GTA 6 Price, FFXIV Switch 2, and Mobile Slump
Catch up on recent gaming developments from August 2026, including Take-Two's stance on GTA 6 pricing, FFXIV on Switch 2, and Japanese mobile market trends.
Moomin: Midsummer Madness Coming to Switch 2, Switch, and PC This Fall
Publisher Shochiku Games and developer Crossbridge Game Studios have announced Moomin: Midsummer Madness, a point-and-click adventure game launching this fall.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite Nintendo Switch Cloud Version Shut Down
The Nintendo Switch cloud version of Aliens: Fireteam Elite has permanently shut down, leaving owners unable to play the game as of August 5th.
Asobi Remote Play App Brings PlayStation Streaming to Steam Deck
Asobi: Remote Play is a new app enabling PS4, PS5, and PlayStation Plus Premium streaming on the Steam Deck, currently available via a free play test.
Corsair Launches Nightsword v2 Wireless with Integrated Stream Deck
Corsair's new $129.99 Nightsword v2 wireless gaming mouse features a dedicated button for virtual Stream Deck software integration.
Grannies on Wheels Headed to PC via Steam in Early 2027
Robot Laser Shark's chaotic four-player party game Grannies on Wheels targets an early 2027 Steam release with Steam Deck and Linux support planned via Windows.
Valve Confirms Data Breach at European Logistics Partner
Valve has notified European customers of a data breach at CEVA Logistics. Names, addresses, and phone numbers of Steam hardware buyers may be at risk.
PATLABOR the Case Files Launches September 17 for PS5 and PC
PATLABOR the Case Files arrives September 17, 2026, for PS5 and PC via Steam. Publisher Good Smile Company and developer Chime Corporation confirmed details.
Forza Horizon 6 Xbox Controller Gets 17% Discount at Amazon
The limited-edition Forza Horizon 6 wireless controller is now available for $74.99 at Amazon, a $15 discount off its original $89.99 retail price.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Fails to Top July 2026 PS Store Download Charts
Halo: Campaign Evolved placed outside the top five on the official July 2026 PS Store download charts, trailing behind two Call of Duty: Black Ops ports.