Dota 2 Update: Gameplay Patch 7.41e and Summer Scrub Released
Valve has released Dota 2 Gameplay Patch 7.41e alongside the Summer Scrub update, featuring bug fixes, new features, and International-themed content.
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Fantasy Maiden Wars and Culdcept The First Lead RPG Site Updates
Recent RPG Site news covers the Nintendo Switch release of Fantasy Maiden Wars, a Shadow of the Colossus vinyl repress, and console dates for Culdcept The First.
Xbox CEO Outlines Growth Priorities Following 2025 Layoffs
Xbox CEO shares post-layoff growth strategies for 2026, focusing on business priorities following a difficult previous year for the division.
Culdcept The First Launches on PC Steam Worldwide
Culdcept The First is now available worldwide on PC via Steam, with a console release scheduled to follow on September 8.
Stupid Never Dies Confirmed for PC October 2026 Release
Stupid Never Dies is arriving on PC on October 21, 2026. Get the latest release details for the upcoming title in this confirmed update.
Dungeons & Dragons Gets World of Warcraft Crossover Book in November
Dungeons & Dragons is crossing over with World of Warcraft in a new 256-page expansion book arriving November 17, 2026, bringing Azeroth to tabletop campaigns.
Shadow of the Colossus Vinyl Soundtrack Repress Announced by iam8bit
The Shadow of the Colossus vinyl soundtrack is receiving a new repress. Pre-orders are now open alongside a Team ICO Trilogy Soundtrack Bundle.
Diablo 4 PTR 3.2.0 Removes Mythic RNG to Give Players Direct Control
Blizzard is removing RNG from Diablo 4 Mythic items in PTR 3.2.0, letting players upgrade specific Unique gear directly into Mythics without random rolls.
Black Ops 7: Best Mammoth LMG Loadout and Build Guide
Optimize the Mammoth LMG in Black Ops 7 with this loadout guide, featuring the best attachments for recoil control, bullet velocity, and objective play.
Electronic Arts $55 Billion Acquisition Deal Approaches Final Close
Electronic Arts expects its $55 billion purchase by a Saudi Arabia PIF-led group to close on August 4, 2026, pending final customary closing conditions.
SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed Launches September 3, 2026
Publisher tinyBuild and developer Fair Play Labs have confirmed that SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed will launch on September 3, 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, and PC.
EA's $55 Billion Buyout Set to Close Next Week After Regulatory Approval
Electronic Arts' $55 billion leveraged buyout by a consortium including the Saudi PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners is scheduled to close next week.
Xbox 360 Nostalgia and the 'Brown' Era: A Look Back
A look at the aesthetic legacy of the Xbox 360 era, specifically the prevalence of brown and desaturated color palettes in mid-2000s gaming.
Xbox Revenue Dip Last Year Prompts Asha Sharma Growth Outlook
Xbox revenues dropped $1.7 billion last year, but Asha Sharma predicts a return to growth by mid-2027 based on financial and corporate reporting.
Elden Ring Movie Production Wraps: Everything We Know
The live-action Elden Ring movie has finished filming after a six-month production cycle. Here is the current status and the confirmed release date.
Why Sony Passed on Demon's Souls and Lost Dark Souls
Former Sony executive Shuhei Yoshida explains why Sony declined to publish Demon's Souls in North America, leading FromSoftware to partner with Bandai Namco.
MONOPOLY GO! Launches Looney Tunes 'Happy Harvest' Season
The latest MONOPOLY GO! season is live, bringing Looney Tunes characters, an Infinite Harvest feature, and new ingredient-based gameplay until September 2026.
Crossplay Playtest Wraps Up Ahead of August Launch
Following a recent crossplay playtest across Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox, developers are reviewing community feedback ahead of the August 13 launch.
VCT Americas Stage 2 2026: Schedule, Standings, and Play-Ins
Track the VCT Americas Stage 2 2026 schedule, including group stage results, play-in brackets, and the path to Champions Shanghai for top VALORANT teams.
Sucker Punch Developer Published Indie Steam Hit During Ghost of Yotei Dev
A developer at Ghost of Yotei studio Sucker Punch successfully launched an independent game on Steam while working under Sony's supervision.
Fantasy Maiden Wars - Dream of the Stray Dreamer Arrives on Switch
Fantasy Maiden Wars - Dream of the Stray Dreamer is now available digitally on Nintendo Switch, following its prior worldwide release on PC.
Microsoft Expands Xbox Cloud Gaming to Hisense VIDAA Smart TVs
Microsoft has rolled out the Xbox app to Hisense smart TVs running VIDAA OS 9.6, allowing Game Pass subscribers to stream games without a console.
Ghost of Yotei Animator Cleared to Release Steam Hit Dinoblade
Sucker Punch animator Jean Nguyen secured legal approval to build and 100% own the IP for his PC dinosaur action RPG, Dinoblade, while staying at the studio.
Path of Exile 2 ExileCon Qualifiers Begin Next Week: Dates and Prizes
Path of Exile 2 ExileCon qualifiers start August 6, 2026. PC and console players can race for a trip to New Zealand and a spot in the live championship.
Lord of the Rings: War in the North Rumored for Modern Platform Return
A new report suggests Lord of the Rings: War in the North could be returning to modern consoles, though details remain unconfirmed at this stage.
Beast of Reincarnation PC Preloads Live, Launch Time Set
Beast of Reincarnation PC preloads are now live on Steam ahead of the August 4 release at 00:00 UTC. Check release timing, system specs, and edition details.
Rare PokéPark Fishing Tournament DS Listing Surfaces on eBay
A rare Nintendo DS cartridge linked to the Japan-exclusive PokéPark Fishing Tournament DS has appeared on eBay, sparking debate over its contents.
Rideshare Stimulator Announced for PC by Publisher Saber Interactive
Saber Interactive and developer Unigine have announced Rideshare Stimulator for PC, a simulation game about driving a rideshare in a city full of oddballs.
Skyrim Multiplayer Mod Supports 700 Concurrent Players
A fan-made mod for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim now enables multiplayer sessions for up to 700 concurrent players on PC.
Physical Game Discs Increasingly Require Online Downloads
Data from DoesItPlay shows over a quarter of physical releases require extra downloads, as Sony prepares to halt physical disc production by 2028.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Complete Trophy List Leaked Online
The complete trophy list for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has leaked ahead of the August 6, 2026 launch on PC and PlayStation 5, according to a new report.
New PC Trucking Simulation Announced for 2026
A new trucking simulation game is coming to PC in 2026, aiming to innovate within the simulation genre with a focus on realistic delivery mechanics.
Steam Free Weekend Promotion: Four Games Available Until August 3
Steam has launched a new promotion offering four games for free download and play through August 3, 2026, at 10am PT.
Amnesia: The Dark Descent: Unconfirmed New Version Reportedly Coming
Reports indicate Frictional Games is working on a new version of Amnesia: The Dark Descent, potentially releasing later this year on PC.
Synaptic Simulations Launches A220 Airliner for Microsoft Flight Simulator
The A220 airliner from Synaptic Simulations and iniBuilds is now available on the Microsoft Flight Simulator Marketplace for $64.99.
Developer Xalavier Nelson Jr. Warns Industry Consolidation Risks New Creators
Veteran developer Xalavier Nelson Jr. highlights how industry consolidation and shrinking legacy studios threaten the future pipeline of new talent in gaming.