How Blizzard Designed Patchwerk in Early World of Warcraft
Former WoW designer Wyatt Cheng details how Blizzard balanced early raid bosses like Patchwerk without combat metrics or damage data in vanilla World of Warcraft.
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Six One Indie Demo Days 2026: Everything You Need to Know
Six One Indie Demo Days 2026 runs from July 31 to August 7. Explore new indie titles and play demos from developers like 13AM Games and Wired Productions.
Super Mario Sunshine Inspires Nintendo's Summer 2026 Wallpaper
Nintendo has released its official summer 2026 wallpaper on its Japanese website, featuring artwork based directly on the key art for Super Mario Sunshine.
Tearaway and Other PlayStation Titles Losing Online Support in August
Tearaway, inFAMOUS 2, and several sports titles are losing online functionality in August 2026. Here is the breakdown of the upcoming service closures.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Discusses Community Feedback
Square Enix director Naoki Hamaguchi shares thoughts on fan discourse and physical editions ahead of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation's 2027 release window.
Sony Reports US Tariff Refunds Following Hardware Price Hikes
Sony's Q1 2026 earnings report confirms the company received US tariff refunds, following earlier price increases on PlayStation hardware.
Throne and Liberty Update 4.5.0: Ramux Archboss & Patch Notes
Throne and Liberty update 4.5.0 arrives on PC for a 3.5-hour downtime. Discover the new Ramux Archboss, weapon crafting recipes, and balance adjustments.
Dead by Daylight: Official Update on Chapter Rewards and Access
Dead by Daylight players can now access new content and rewards. Get the details on platform availability and official giveaway methods for the 2026 chapter.
Reforj Title Update 8 Brings Rixel Visual Overhaul to Xbox Series X|S
Reforj Title Update 8 introduces a stunning Rixel transformation on Xbox Series X|S, cutting texture storage requirements by 98.2% through custom block shapes.
Twitch Streamer Caught Self-Donating During Bizarre Challenge
Twitch streamer Zoil failed a 'no-laughing' challenge after being caught donating 20 subscriptions to his own channel during a live broadcast.
Cyberpunk 2077 Director Reflects on Launch and Redemption
CD Projekt Red Associate Game Director Paweł Sasko discusses Cyberpunk 2077 launch reception, quest design, Edgerunners, and music in a 2026 interview.
Miyamoto: GameCube Sales Struggles Drove Wii and DS Design
Shigeru Miyamoto explains how the Nintendo GameCube's market performance led to the development of the DS and Wii to reach non-gamers.
Assassin's Creed Odyssey Player Count Surges on Steam in 2026
Assassin's Creed Odyssey is seeing a massive player count surge on Steam following the cinematic release of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey.
Blue Reflection Quartet: RPG Site Publishes Collection Review
RPG Site publishes a review of Blue Reflection Quartet, noting the collection offers strong value and a series starting point alongside some drawbacks.
Mortal Shell 2 Beta Expands to Millions More Console Players
Mortal Shell 2 expands its beta access to millions of console players following strong Steam success, ahead of its August 20, 2026 launch.
Chariot Rivals Now Available on iOS
Towering Tower has released Chariot Rivals on iOS. The ragdoll-physics racing game brings brutal Roman-themed competition to mobile devices.
Sony Confirms Plans to End Physical PlayStation Discs by 2028
Sony CFO Lin Tao confirms the company is cautiously moving forward with plans to stop producing physical PlayStation game discs by January 2028.
Waterpark Simulator Launches on Xbox Following PC Success
Waterpark Simulator has exited Early Access and is now available on Xbox Series X|S. The 1.0 release includes a 20% launch discount.
Minecraft Speedrunner Sets New World Record After Historic Choke
Minecraft speedrunner Skycrab claims the random seed world record with a 6:39 run, one year after a near-miss ended by an Enderman killed a 6:17 pace.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pokopia Bundle Drops Below £400
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pokopia bundle has dropped below £400 for the first time in the UK, marking a notable price reduction for buyers.
Genshin Impact 7.0 Adds Nine New Characters to 5-Star Selector
The To Temper Thyself and Journey Far event returns in Genshin Impact 7.0 with nine new Fontaine-focused 5-star character constellations available for players.
Rumour: LEGO Astro Bot Set Said to Accompany Leaked PS1 Console
An unconfirmed leak suggests a LEGO Astro Bot figure will be included as a gift-with-purchase alongside a rumoured LEGO PlayStation 1 console set.
Infinity: HexaDome Tactics Arrives in 2026 for PC
Infinity: HexaDome Tactics brings turn-based tactical combat and deck building to PC in 2026. Includes PvP, bot matches, and a narrative-driven campaign.
Fuga: Melodies of Steel Launches on Mobile With Launch Discount
CyberConnect2's tactical RPG Fuga: Melodies of Steel is now available on iOS and Android devices, featuring a launch discount and free bundled costume packs.
New Research Highlights High Percentage of Physical Games Requiring Downloads
Recent data reveals that 34% of PS5 discs and 50% of Xbox Series X discs are incomplete without a mandatory download, impacting physical media preservation.
Final Fantasy 14 Patch 7.55 Adds Creepy Secret Area in North Horn
A player discovered a spooky, Backrooms-inspired secret area in Final Fantasy 14 patch 7.55 within the North Horn of the Occult Crescent.
Starsand Island Leaves Early Access on August 18
Developer Seed Sparkle Lab has announced the 1.0 release date for Starsand Island on PC, introducing four-player multiplayer and full island life features.
How Many Dudes Released on iOS and Android: A Roguelike Test of Logic
How Many Dudes is now available on mobile devices. The roguelike deckbuilder lets players test the viral 'men versus gorilla' theory with various upgrades.
How a Forgotten 2018 Indie Game Suddenly Got 500 Steam Reviews
Discover why the 2018 indie PC game Crashphalt unexpectedly racked up over 500 Steam reviews years after launch due to an Undertale multiplayer mod workaround.
Scarlet Hollow PC News: Recent Coverage Highlights
Review the latest PC gaming news covering Scarlet Hollow updates, featuring recent announcements from industry showcases and related franchise updates.
CookieRun: Crumble Mobile Game Launches From Devsisters
Devsisters launches CookieRun: Crumble on mobile. Read the latest on the new spinoff, what players are experiencing, and other mobile and tabletop releases.
Ariana and the Elder Codex: Dungeons of Hinterberg Mobile Release
Ariana and the Elder Codex, Dungeons of Hinterberg is coming to mobile in 2026. Here are the confirmed platform details and availability for players.
Splatoon 3 Summer Nights Event Returns This August
Nintendo has announced the return of the Summer Nights event for Splatoon 3, featuring a seasonal Splatfest with a Palace, Theme Park, and Beach theme.
Forza Horizon 6 Italian Exotics: How to Find the Week 3 Treasure
Find the Week 3 Treasure Hunt chest in Forza Horizon 6's Hokubu region. Follow our guide to locate the chest near Shikisai-no-Oka and earn 100,000 Credits.
Baldur's Gate 3 Gets Its Biggest Discount Ever at 30% Off
Larian Studios marks three years of Baldur's Gate 3 by dropping the RPG to its lowest price ever at 30% off across Steam, GOG, and PlayStation 5.
Two Unreleased Virtual Boy Games Headed to Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo is bringing the unreleased titles D-Hopper and Zero Racers to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass on August 4, 2026.