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Rainbow Six Siege Split Fire Update Brings New Operator and Events 1 September
Ubisoft has announced the Year 11 Season 3 update for Rainbow Six Siege, titled Split Fire, launching 1 September with a new defender, balance changes, a 3v3 mode and limited-time events
Crimson Desert Hotfix 1.000.460 Targets Key Bugs on All Platforms
Pearl Abyss has issued a new hotfix for Crimson Desert, updating the game to version 1.18.01 across all platforms. The patch addresses several technical issues but leaves some known problems unresolved, with further updates expected
Helldivers 2 Patch 1.007.001 Targets Crashes and Stratagem Issues
Arrowhead Game Studios has released Helldivers 2 update 1.007.001, addressing crash problems and stratagem display bugs. The patch is now live and arrives one week after the previous major update, with a list of known issues still under review
Pokémon Pokopia reaches 5 million sales and adds new content
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have confirmed that Pokémon Pokopia has sold over 5 million units since its March 2026 launch, with a free update and the first paid DLC now available for Nintendo Switch 2
Lords of the Fallen Update 1.114 Brings Major Boss Weapon Changes
CI Games has released update 1.114 for Lords of the Fallen, introducing significant changes to boss weapon special attacks and addressing several technical issues on consoles. Here's what players can expect from the latest patch
Lord of the Rings: War in the North PS5 Hotfix Targets Multiplayer Issues
Aspyr Media has released hotfix 1.000.002 for Lord of the Rings: War in the North on PS5, aiming to resolve multiplayer connectivity and stability problems while leaving some known issues unaddressed
Mafia: The Omertà Collection Marks 25 Years of the Franchise
2K and Hangar 13 celebrate 25 years of Mafia with The Omertà Collection, bringing together remastered editions and a new update for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, while reflecting on the series' evolution and future direction
Nopixel V Closed Beta Set for September as Rockstar Collaboration Deepens
Nopixel has announced that its major GTA Online roleplay server overhaul, nopixel V, will enter closed beta on 8 September, with access rolling out in phases and Rockstar now officially involved in development
Blizzard Removes Mythic L'ura Mount Amid World of Warcraft Ban Wave
Blizzard has launched a new round of bans in World of Warcraft, targeting real-money transactions and removing the rare Mythic L'ura mount from some accounts, including players not directly involved in prohibited activity
Grounded 2 Year 2 roadmap details new areas, weapons and secret content
Obsidian Entertainment has outlined its early access roadmap for Grounded 2's second year, confirming new map expansions, weapons, bosses and secret features, following the recent Into the Abyss update
Game Freak responds to Beast of Reincarnation performance criticism
Game Freak has acknowledged player concerns over performance issues in Beast of Reincarnation, with the director promising further improvements and highlighting areas that have resonated positively with players
Helldivers 2 Update Adds Illuminate Enemies, New Biome and Level Cap Rise
Arrowhead has released Helldivers 2 update 7.0.0, introducing new Illuminate enemies, a fresh biome, and a level cap increase, alongside gameplay tweaks and technical fixes for PlayStation and PC players
Bethesda Considers Oblivion Remastered Switch 2 Optimisations for All Platforms
Bethesda has acknowledged player feedback on Oblivion Remastered's performance and is now exploring whether the Nintendo Switch 2 version's optimisations could be extended to PlayStation, Xbox and PC editions
Overwatch Battle Pass Revamp Splits Progression Into Five Tracks
Blizzard has announced a major overhaul of the Overwatch battle pass, introducing five selectable tracks and a new Tier Hack system for premium skins, with the update launching tomorrow and aiming to give players more control over their rewards
Palworld 1.0 Update Revives Giant Sekhmet Bug for Players
Palworld's full release has unexpectedly brought back a memorable bug, causing the Pal Sekhmet to appear at a massive scale and sparking renewed interest in the game's unpredictable side
Marvel Tokon PC Patch Targets Stuttering and Performance Drops
Arc System Works has released a significant update for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls on PC, aiming to resolve widespread stuttering and performance issues that affected players at launch. Early reports suggest notable improvements, but some problems persist
Battlefield 6 Steam Refund Granted After Key Modes Pulled From Quick Play
A Battlefield 6 player has received a full Steam refund after over 400 hours of play, following the removal of core multiplayer modes from quick-play matchmaking by Battlefield Studios. The decision highlights ongoing frustration with live-service changes
No Man's Sky Cosmos update shifts focus to deep space exploration
Hello Games has announced the Cosmos update for No Man's Sky, signalling a renewed emphasis on space exploration beyond planetary surfaces as the studio continues to support the game a decade after its original release
Take-Two Remains Upbeat on Borderlands 4 Despite PC Performance Woes
Take-Two Interactive's Strauss Zelnick has reaffirmed support for Borderlands 4, stating that ongoing PC optimisation issues and mixed reviews have not altered the publisher's plans for the franchise or its live-service content
Take-Two Confirms Borderlands 4 Support Continues Despite Mixed Launch
Take-Two has reaffirmed its commitment to ongoing Borderlands 4 content, stating that the game's commercial performance and technical issues have not changed its post-launch support plans as players await details on the Year 2 roadmap
No Man's Sky Marks 10 Years With Less Than 1% of Planets Explored
Hello Games has revealed that, a decade after launch, players have explored under 1% of No Man's Sky's 18 quintillion planets, as the studio celebrates the game's anniversary and teases its next major update
Deltarune Chapter 5 Features Pokémon Artist Hitoshi Ariga's Character Design
Toby Fox has revealed that Deltarune Chapter 5 includes a character designed by Pokémon artist Hitoshi Ariga, with Fox making notable adjustments before its inclusion
Marvel Tokon PC Port Faces Major Issues as Players Abandon Platform
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has launched with severe PC performance problems, prompting high-profile creators and many players to switch to PlayStation 5 while developer Arc System Works investigates
Lies of P Sequel Faces Pressure After Difficulty Options Update
Lies of P's developers have revealed the internal debate behind adding easier difficulty settings, and how player feedback is shaping the direction and expectations for the sequel
Crimson Desert patch resolves quick slot food bug after player outcry
Pearl Abyss has released a patch for Crimson Desert that addresses a persistent inventory bug, finally correcting how food items are assigned to the quick slot and responding to weeks of player frustration
Quake Remaster Adds Free 19-Level Campaign for 30th Anniversary
id Software and MachineGames have released a substantial new campaign for the 2021 Quake remaster, offering 19 fresh levels, new weapons, and expanded replayability to mark the franchise's 30th anniversary
Mistfall Hunter Hits One Million Players as Season 1 Roadmap Unveiled
Mistfall Hunter has surpassed one million players, prompting Bellring Games to publish a detailed season 1 roadmap and tease new content for season 2, including additional modes and gameplay challenges
RuneScape U-turns on One-Time-Use Microtransactions After Player Pushback
Jagex has reversed its decision to introduce consumable microtransaction cosmetics in RuneScape, moving to a permanent unlock model following immediate negative feedback from the player community
Marvel Rivals Update Cuts PC File Size by 40GB with Texture Overhaul
NetEase has confirmed a major file size reduction for Marvel Rivals, with the Season 9.5 update shrinking the PC install by up to 40GB and consoles by 15GB, thanks to a comprehensive texture compression and visual refresh
Xbox Console Update Brings Party Chat Capture and Achievement Sorting
Xbox has begun rolling out a new console update, introducing party chat audio capture, expanded achievement tracking, cloud save restoration and a larger wishlist limit for players on Xbox Series X and S
Game Freak Promises Rapid Patch for Beast of Reincarnation After Mixed Launch
Game Freak has responded to early criticism of Beast of Reincarnation, confirming a patch with camera, text and performance improvements is due within a week for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S
Minecraft Switch 2 Version Launches in October With Upgrade Path
Mojang has confirmed Minecraft will receive a native Nintendo Switch 2 release on 27 October, featuring enhanced visuals and an upgrade path for existing Switch 1 owners, though upgrade pricing details remain unclear
Pokémon Pokopia Version 2.0.0 Update Adds Underwater Gameplay and More
Pokémon Pokopia has launched its Version 2.0.0 update on Nintendo Switch 2, introducing underwater building, new recipes, expanded customisation options and support for the Bubbly Basin expansion, with a detailed list of gameplay improvements
Season 3 Creature System Overhaul Brings New Progression and Mating Features
Season 3: Era of the Shattered Seas will introduce a major overhaul to creature progression, including a revamped armour system, expanded mating mechanics for large mounts, and new Beast Lord skills to support both combat and production
Pokémon Pokopia Bubbly Basin DLC launches with underwater town on Switch 2
The Pokémon Company has released Part 1 of the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass, Bubbly Basin, for Nintendo Switch 2, introducing an underwater town, new Pokémon, and gameplay features alongside the free version 2.0.0 update
The Legend of Khiimori Corruption Update Expands Survival and World Threats
Mindscape and Aesir Interactive have released the Corruption Update for The Legend of Khiimori in Early Access, introducing corrupted lands, new survival mechanics, and the powerful Breton horse breed across Steam and Epic Games Store
Rogue Point leaves Early Access with new map, weapons and mod support
Crowbar Collective and team17 have launched Rogue Point out of Steam Early Access, adding a new map, extra weapons, a fire-wielding boss and full mod support for the four-player co-op shooter
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Update 1.0.6 Adds Gear Toggle and Fixes
Ubisoft has detailed Update 1.0.6 for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, arriving 4 August on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with a new gear toggle and a long list of bug fixes across gameplay, visuals and UI
Yasmine Joins Street Fighter 6 Year 4 Roster with High-Speed Combat
Street Fighter 6 introduces Yasmine, the series' first Filipino martial artist, now available across PlayStation, Xbox, PC and Nintendo Switch 2 as part of the Year 4 Character Pass or Ultimate Pass
Reverse: 1999 Version 3.7 and 3rd Anniversary Update Arrive 13 August
Bluepoch has confirmed Reverse: 1999's 3rd anniversary update will launch on 13 August, bringing Version 3.7, new characters, expanded gameplay modes and a range of free rewards to PC and mobile platforms
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