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Translucent Green Xbox Controller Leak Reveals Price and October Release
Details of the Xbox Wireless Controller Special Edition X25, inspired by the original Xbox, have surfaced ahead of official confirmation, including pricing, preorder timing and a planned October launch
Horizon 3 in Early Planning at Guerrilla, Release Still Years Off
Guerrilla Games is reportedly in the early planning stages for Horizon 3, with only a small team assigned and no release window yet. The next mainline entry in the Horizon series is not expected for several years
GTA 6 Gameplay and Map Leak Raises Security and Digital Ownership Fears
Gameplay footage and a full map image reportedly from Grand Theft Auto 6 have surfaced online, with a group claiming responsibility and threatening further leaks in protest against the industry's shift to digital-only releases
GRIT Launches on Steam With Updated Wild West Battle Royale Features
Team GRIT has released GRIT on Steam, bringing a third-person Wild West battle royale for up to 100 players with new gameplay improvements, updated mechanics and expanded customisation options for PC players
VOIDFACE Launches on Steam with Bullet Hell Boss Rush Challenge
VOIDFACE, the debut Steam release from Frog Hat Labs, is now available for PC players. The indie bullet hell shooter features a spellcasting system and boss rush structure, with a launch discount for early buyers
Last Pirates: Die Together Sets Sail on Steam with Co-op Extraction Horror
Last Pirates: Die Together, a new co-op extraction horror comedy from RetroStyle Games and Judatone Studios, is now available on Steam with a launch discount and full online multiplayer support
The Fertile Crescent 2 launches in Early Access on Steam
MicroProse and Wield Interactive have released The Fertile Crescent 2: Collapse of the Bronze Age in Early Access on Steam, offering a narrative-driven RTS set during the collapse of ancient civilisations with campaign, skirmish and multiplayer modes
Storage Hunter Simulator heads to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2026
astragon Entertainment has confirmed Storage Hunter Simulator will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2026, following its PC debut. The console editions will support co-op play and offer both standard and expanded editions
Monastery: Ora et Labora Early Access Release Set for September 2026
Dragonkin Studios has announced Monastery: Ora et Labora will enter Early Access for PC on Steam and Epic Games Store on 24 September 2026, with a new trailer highlighting its medieval management gameplay and creative building systems
Xbox Game Pass Adds Day-One Releases and Confirms August 2026 Lineup
Microsoft has detailed the second wave of Xbox Game Pass titles for August 2026, including several day-one launches and a notable departure for NBA 2K26. The update covers console, PC and cloud platforms, with new games arriving throughout the month
Gamescom 2026 Schedule, Livestreams and Major Reveals Detailed
Gamescom returns to Cologne from 25-30 August 2026, with IGN providing live coverage, developer interviews, gameplay reveals and exclusive trailers. Here's what's confirmed for the event, how to watch, and which games are set to appear
Dark Castle Trilogy Launches on Steam with Classic Editions and Bundles
Ludit is bringing Dark Castle, Beyond Dark Castle and Return to Dark Castle to Steam on 18 August, offering the full trilogy in one place for the first time, with discounted bundles and faithful recreations of the original Macintosh experience
1000xRESIST launches on Nintendo Switch 2 with enhanced visuals 20 August
Award-winning sci-fi thriller 1000xRESIST arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 on 20 August, bringing improved framerate and resolution. Existing Switch owners can upgrade for free, with a launch-week discount on the eShop
Void Pachinko Launches August 2026 with Physics-Driven Semi-Idle Gameplay
Void Pachinko, a new physics-based semi-idle game, is now available on Steam. Players can build custom pachinko boards, upgrade pins and balls, and restore a shattered village across five levels in a four-hour campaign
Priestess's Delusions brings Ukrainian folklore to PC in late 2026
Priestess's Delusions, a kinetic visual novel inspired by Ukrainian folklore and Japanese aesthetics, is set to launch on PC in Q4 2026. The game promises a blend of romance and mystery, with a short, focused narrative experience
The Relic: First Guardian heads to Xbox and Switch 2 with major update
Project Cloud Games has set September and October release dates for The Relic: First Guardian on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox Play Anywhere and Nintendo Switch 2, alongside a significant update and a new lower price across all platforms
Mahou Shoujo Y visual novel announced for PC with Q2 2027 release window
Mahou Shoujo Y has been officially announced as a new visual novel for PC, following two college students who become magical girls. The game features turn-based combat, choice-driven narrative and multiple endings, with a planned Q2 2027 release
Nimbit Frontier Enters Early Access on Steam With Free Demo and Discount
Nimbit Frontier, developed by Megasploot, has launched in Early Access on Steam, offering a 10% discount and a free demo. The creature-raising life sim features over 20 hours of content and plans for an 18-month Early Access period
Dawnfolk launches on iOS and Android with minimalist city-building
Dawnfolk, the minimalist survival city-builder from Darenn Keller and Short Circuit Studios, is now available on iOS and Android, bringing its tile-based settlement gameplay and multiple modes to mobile players for the first time
FEED IT Launches on Steam, Bringing PSX-Style Horror to PC
FEED IT, a first-person psychological horror game from Games On A Chair and Pretty Soon, is now available on Steam. Players must survive alongside a relentless monster in a tense, replayable experience inspired by genre classics
Hubert Targets October Launch on PlayStation 5 and Steam
Brocap Studio has announced that Hubert, winner of Best Game at Game Access 2026, is set for release on PlayStation 5 and Steam this October, accompanied by a new story trailer highlighting its canine protagonist
Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf Physical Edition Dated for PS5
Atari and Microids have announced the retail release date for Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf - Kindred Spirits Edition on PlayStation 5, confirming a physical launch for 29 October 2026 with exclusive collector content
House 2 Release Date Set for 28 August on Steam
Bark Bark Games and Glowstick Entertainment have confirmed House 2 will launch on Steam this August, with console and mobile versions following in September. The sequel introduces a new art style and expanded gameplay features
Songs of Glimmerwick Sets PC Release for September 2026
Eastshade Studios has confirmed Songs of Glimmerwick will launch on PC via Steam on 30 September 2026, with console versions planned for a later date. The story-driven witch academy RPG blends adventure and life simulation elements
Halloween: The Game Secures Digital Release for New Zealand Players
IllFonic has reversed its earlier decision, confirming that Halloween: The Game will now launch digitally in New Zealand following updated guidance from the local classification board
Toy Story 3 to Be Delisted on Xbox Ahead of Complete Edition Remaster
The original Toy Story 3 game will be removed from the Xbox digital store on 29 September 2026, just before the launch of Toy Story 3: Complete Edition, which brings updated visuals and new content to modern platforms in October
Kingdom Hearts 4 targets late 2027 with Coco as first Disney world
Kingdom Hearts 4 has been officially scheduled for a late 2027 release, with Pixar's Coco revealed as the first Disney world. The announcement came during the Disney Entertainment Showcase at D23, alongside a new trailer and platform details
Modern Warfare 4 Beta Adds Single-Player Mission for the First Time
Xbox has confirmed that the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta will, for the first time in series history, include a playable single-player campaign mission alongside its usual multiplayer content
Tomas Sala: GTA 6 Release Unlikely to Impact Indie Game Audiences
Indie developer Tomas Sala has argued that the upcoming GTA 6 launch will not threaten niche or independent games, suggesting that the blockbuster's audience is largely separate from players seeking smaller, genre-specific experiences
Next Kingdom Come Game Targets Release Before April 2028
Warhorse Studios' next Kingdom Come RPG is now officially expected to launch before April 2028, with publisher Embracer Group confirming a shorter gap between entries and ongoing development alongside other major projects
Horde of the Counterwind English Release Set for October 2026
Alain Damasio's Horde of the Counterwind, a major influence on Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, will be published in English for the first time in October 2026 in the US and November 2026 in the UK
Pokemon Bank service to end in February 2027, transfer window closing
The Pokemon Company has confirmed Pokemon Bank will shut down on 26 February 2027, ending official transfers from older generations to the Switch era. Players must move their collections to Pokemon HOME before the deadline to avoid losing access
Tomb Raider: Catalyst, Kingdom Come and Darksiders 4 Set for 2028 Window
Embracer Group has outlined its upcoming release schedule, confirming Tomb Raider: Catalyst, the next Kingdom Come game, and Darksiders 4 are all targeting launch by April 2028, with additional updates on Metro 2039 and other major projects
Phantom Blade Zero pre-orders open as PlayStation State of Play set
Phantom Blade Zero, the action RPG with Soulslike combat, is now available to pre-order for PS5 ahead of a 20-minute State of Play gameplay showcase scheduled by Sony for 17 August
Dead Stop - No Vacancy brings retro horror to Steam on 13 August 2026
Camel 101 has set 13 August 2026 for the Steam release of Dead Stop - No Vacancy, a standalone first-person horror game inspired by classic slasher films and environmental storytelling
GunZ: The Duel Remaster Arrives on Steam Worldwide This August
Masangsoft has confirmed GunZ: The Duel will launch globally on Steam on 13 August 2026, featuring remastered visuals, a modernised UI, expanded customisation and the removal of pay-to-win mechanics
Plungeez Release Date Set for August 2026 on All Major Platforms
Team Zeroth's debut title Plungeez, a 16-bit metroidvania puzzle-platformer, is launching on PC, Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch on 13 August 2026, with a demo already available on Steam and a launch discount confirmed
ReStory recoups budget in 12 hours and hits $3 million in sales
ReStory, a new indie game set in mid-2000s Tokyo, has rapidly surpassed its development costs and reached $3 million in sales within days of launch, with strong player reviews on Steam
Mandate Order Early Access Release Date Set for August 2026
Mandate Order, an ancient Chinese war city-builder blending settlement management, diplomacy and large-scale warfare, will launch in Early Access on Steam and Epic Games Store on 12 August 2026 with multi-language support and a launch discount
A Game About Penguins Launches on PC in August with Free Prologue
A Game About Penguins, developed by CO's Entertainment and published by Ultimate Games S.A., is set for PC release on 10 August 2026. Players can already try the free prologue, offering a preview of the sandbox co-op experience
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