Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Developer Details Switch 2 Port Hurdles
Sandfall Interactive discusses the technical challenges of bringing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 to the Nintendo Switch 2 due to Unreal Engine 5 limitations.
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Xbox Ultimate Game Sale Nears Deadline As Weekend Lineup Kicks Off
Xbox players heading into the weekend face the closing days of the Ultimate Game Sale alongside new additions like Halo: Campaign Evolved on Game Pass.
Half-Life Quake Port Faces Backlash Over Developer's AI Claims
A planned fan-made Quake engine port of Half-Life has drawn controversy after the project's creator shared AI-related conspiracy theories online.
Destiny 2 Permanently Disables Another Armor Set and Map
Bungie permanently disables another armor set and map in Destiny 2 due to a lack of developer resources following major staff layoffs.
Crimson Desert Update Adds 133 Trading Posts and Dynamic Economy
Pearl Abyss has released a Crimson Desert update featuring 133 new trading posts, dynamic pricing, and a new Bank Strongbox investment system for all platforms.
Cyberpunk 2077: All Is Lost Officially Announced
Cyberpunk 2077: All Is Lost has been officially announced on Steam, expanding the ongoing support for the title beyond the base game.
Dragon's Dogma 2 Dev Confirms Hard Mode Is Finally Coming
Capcom has confirmed that a dedicated hard mode is coming to Dragon's Dogma 2, addressing a long-standing player request for a tougher challenge.
World's Edge Announces Norse-Themed Expansions for Age of Empires Series
Age of Empires 4 and Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition will receive new Viking-themed expansions in fall 2026, alongside updates for Age of Empires 3: DE.
World of Warships Weekend Highlights: New Quiz and Summer Festival Update
World of Warships reveals a new ship-themed quiz alongside the second wave of its 2026 Summer Festival. Learn about the latest ships and 1v1 Brawl details.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl 'Cost of Hope' Expansion Arrives August 20
GSC Game World has confirmed the Cost of Hope expansion and the major 2.0 update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl will release on August 20.
Borderlands 4 Story Pack 2: FL4K and the Last Resort DLC Launches September 10
Gearbox and 2K confirm Borderlands 4 Story Pack 2: FL4K and the Last Resort DLC arrives September 10 alongside Bounty Pack 5 and a new playable Vault Hunter.
August 2026 PS Plus Essential Lineup: Dying Light 2, Big Walk, and Signalis
Discover the August 2026 PS Plus Essential games lineup on PS5 and PS4, featuring Dying Light 2, Big Walk, and Signalis, alongside player community polls.
OwlCat Games Details The Expanse: Osiris Reborn and CRPG Future
OwlCat Games creative director Alexander Mishulin discusses the studio's pivot to a BioWare-style action RPG with The Expanse: Osiris Reborn.
Fantasy RPG Remaster EXSTETRA Launches September 3 for Switch 2 and PS5
FuRyu has announced EXSTETRA will launch on September 3 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, following its PC Steam release.
Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Part 1: Bubbly Basin Launches August 5
The first expansion for Pokémon Pokopia, Bubbly Basin, arrives August 5 on Nintendo Switch alongside a free 2.0.0 update adding new underwater mechanics.
Arcade Archives TX-1 Launches July 30 on Multiple Platforms
Hamster's Arcade Archives TX-1 arrives July 30 for Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, and PS4. Includes new Time Attack mode and VRR support.
Akatori Release Schedule Confirmed for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox
Developer Contrast Games has announced release dates for the 2.5D Metroidvania Akatori, coming to PC on August 5 and PlayStation and Xbox on August 12.
Game of Thrones: Starshower Officially Unveiled
Game of Thrones: Starshower has been officially unveiled. Get the latest details on the upcoming title as it joins the expanding Game of Thrones universe.
Mexican Ninja Launches August 20 for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Roguelike beat 'em up Mexican Ninja arrives August 20 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. Developer Madbricks offers a PC demo now.
Blood Dungeon Launches August 25 for PC, Consoles, and Switch 2
Developer Messhof has confirmed that the 2D platforming survival game Blood Dungeon will release on August 25 for PC, Switch, Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
August 2026 Video Game Releases Schedule and Highlights
Check out the full list of August 2026 video game releases, featuring brand-new titles like Beast of Reincarnation, ports, DLC, and indie games.
BioEden Launches September 3 for Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Publisher Focus Entertainment and developer Broken Arms Games have confirmed the release date for solarpunk management sim BioEden across all major platforms.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Details PC Performance Fixes After Beta
Arc System Works outlines performance fixes for MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PC following the open beta, ahead of its August 6, 2026 release.
War Thunder Launches 235th Steam Screenshot Competition
War Thunder has opened submissions for the 235th Steam Screenshot Competition. Players have until August 7, 2026, to win 300 GE for their best in-game shots.
Mortal Shell 2 Beta Now Available for Console Players
Mortal Shell 2 is now available to play for free on consoles ahead of its upcoming release. Millions of players can access the beta following its Steam success.
Why Video Game Sequels Often Lose What Made the Originals Great
Explore how video game sequels like Mario Party 9, Dead Space 3, and Dragon Age 2 shifted tone, genre, and mechanics away from what players loved.
Dressmaker Launches on PC This September
Cosy job simulator Dressmaker arrives on PC via Steam on September 21, 2026. Developed by Cozy Lives and published by Free Lives.
Siege Foundry Brings Multi-Storey Destruction to iOS
Siege Foundry is coming to iOS in 2026, featuring a unique floor-by-floor destruction mechanic for your custom war machines. No ads or IAPs included.
Tencent Cancels Mobile Story of Seasons Amid Marvelous Share Sale
Tencent has canceled development of its mobile Story of Seasons game as its Hong Kong investment subsidiary plans to sell its shares in Marvelous.
Anime-Inspired Racer 'Screamer' Rated for Nintendo Switch 2
The arcade-style racer Screamer has appeared on a German rating board, suggesting a release for the Nintendo Switch 2 is in development.
Viral Indie Hits That Triggered Waves of Steam Copycats
Explore video games that inspired waves of copycats across Steam, from I'm On Observation Duty to Lethal Company, and the clones that followed them.
Marvelous Cancels Story of Seasons Mobile Following Tencent Split
Marvelous has cancelled Story of Seasons Mobile after ending its six-year partnership with Tencent. Upcoming console titles remain unaffected.
Steam Launches 'Pakistani Games' Event Showcasing Local Developers
A new Steam event highlights games from Pakistani developers, featuring indie titles and local talent through August 15, 2026.
Sony's 2026 Strategy Shows Shift Away From PC Releases
Sony has confirmed a pivot for its 2026 console strategy, prioritizing physical media for the PlayStation 6 and halting prestige game releases on PC.
PC Game Update Adds Gamepad Support, 20% Performance Boost
A new PC update brings gamepad support, Xbox and PlayStation DualSense input prompts, and a 20-30% performance boost through extensive optimizations.
Big Hops Adds 8-Player Co-Op in Open Steam Beta
Luckshot Games brings 8-player co-op to indie platformer Big Hops in a Steam open beta, with a full multiplayer launch scheduled for August 9.