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Fable Main Story Will Take Around 20 Hours on PC, PS5 and Xbox

Playground Games has confirmed that the main quest in Fable will take approximately 20 hours to complete, with additional side content available for those seeking a longer experience. The game is set for release on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in February 2027

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GTA 6 Launches Without Microtransactions or Generative AI, Rockstar Confirms

Rockstar Games has officially stated that Grand Theft Auto 6 will not include microtransactions or generative AI at launch, with the game set to arrive on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S this November

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Join Us Reveals 11 Minutes of Gameplay and PS5 Launch at gamescom 2026

Wolf Haus Games has unveiled over 11 minutes of new Join Us gameplay at gamescom 2026, confirming a simultaneous PS5, PC and Xbox Series X/S release in March 2027 and debuting a trailer featuring real-life former cult members

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Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Launches on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC

Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy has arrived on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC, offering a new prequel story focused on Sophia. The release brings a fresh direction for the series and introduces significant changes to its established formula

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GTA 6 Console Versions Target 30fps as 60fps Mode Deemed Unlikely

Technical analysis of Grand Theft Auto 6's latest showcase suggests the game will run at 30 frames per second on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with experts warning that a 60fps mode is improbable even on high-end PCs

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Cassette Beasts 2002 Release Window Set for March 2027 on All Platforms

Raw Fury has announced Cassette Beasts 2002, the next entry in the creature-collecting RPG series, will launch globally in March 2027 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, alongside updates on other upcoming titles

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Militsioner Announced for PC, Xbox Series X|S and Game Pass in 2027

Militsioner, a first-person city exploration game with a surreal twist, has been officially revealed for PC, Xbox Series X|S and Game Pass, with a 2027 release window confirmed during the Xbox @ Gamescom Showcase

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ARK: Astraeos Heaven & Abyss Update Completes Greek Mythology Adventure

Studio Wildcard has released the ARK: Astraeos Heaven & Abyss update, bringing the Greek-inspired map to completion and introducing new biomes, bosses and naval features across PC, Xbox and PlayStation platforms

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Police Simulator announced for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2027

astragon Entertainment has revealed a new Police Simulator, developed by GRIP Studios and targeting a 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with a focus on improved realism, expanded missions and K-9 companions

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Amphibian Revealed as Story-Driven Frog RPG for PC and Consoles

JARCORP Interactive has announced Amphibian, a narrative-focused Super2D RPG set in a world of talking frogs and toads, coming to Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in 2028

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We Are So Cooked Sets October PC Release for Co-op Stealth Chaos

Dwarven Brothers and 1312 Interactive have announced that We Are So Cooked, a 1-4 player physics-based stealth game about hiding bodies, will launch for Windows PC via Steam on 15 October 2026, with console versions to follow

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Sweetheart Horror Breakup Simulator Announced for PC and Consoles in 2027

Genie Boy Games has revealed Sweetheart, a first-person horror breakup simulator, during Future Games Show Live. The narrative-driven title is set for release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch next year

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GRAVHOUNDS Early Access Release Set for PC and Xbox This November

Octopus Panic has announced GRAVHOUNDS, a 1-4 player co-op action builder launching in Early Access for PC and Xbox Series X|S on 2 November 2026, with day-one Xbox Game Pass access and a Gamescom demo

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Path of Exile 2 Sets December 2026 Release for Full 1.0 Launch

Grinding Gear Games has officially scheduled Path of Exile 2's full 1.0 release for 11 December 2026, confirming simultaneous launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The announcement arrived with a new trailer at gamescom Opening Night Live

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LEGO Skylines Announced as Paradox Reveals New City Builder at Gamescom

Paradox Interactive has officially unveiled LEGO Skylines, a new city-building game developed by Iceflake Studios and revealed during Gamescom 2026, promising creative city design with LEGO's signature style across major platforms

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Gears of War: E-Day Preview Reveals Classic Combat and New Features

Gears of War: E-Day has been previewed, offering a first look at its campaign structure, evolved combat mechanics and technical performance on Xbox Series X. Here's what's confirmed and what remains to be seen

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Sea of Remnants Shows 10 Minutes of Gameplay and Reveals New Details

Joker Studios has released over 10 minutes of new Sea of Remnants gameplay, highlighting its roguelike structure, dice-based combat, and world-building ahead of its 2027 launch on PC, consoles, and mobile

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Konami unveils Metal Gear cat toys with one-eared Uno at CatCon 2026

Konami has announced a Metal Gear-themed cat toy collection in partnership with celebrity feline one-eared Uno, set to debut at CatCon 2026 in Pasadena and available for a limited time both at the event and online

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GTA 6 Extended Look: Netflix Debut and Global Release Times Detailed

Rockstar Games has confirmed the global release schedule for Grand Theft Auto 6: An Extended Look, with the gameplay showcase premiering first on Netflix before arriving on YouTube. Here's what players can expect and when to watch in each region

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Alien Breed 35th Anniversary Collection Brings All Six Games to Modern Platforms

Commodore has announced the Alien Breed 35th Anniversary Collection, bundling all six original games with new features for PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch, with a confirmed release date of 24 September 2026

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Well Dweller release date set for September on all major platforms

Top Hat Studios and Kyle Thompson have confirmed Well Dweller will launch on 22 September 2026 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with day-one Xbox Game Pass access and enhanced visuals on Switch 2

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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion's Xbox 360 Review Marathon Remembered

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion marked a milestone for the Xbox 360 and HD gaming, with its review process involving an intensive four-day session at Bethesda. We revisit how this RPG set new standards and what it meant for early adopters

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The Witcher 4 Targets 2028 Release as CD Projekt Details Trilogy Plans

CD Projekt has officially set a 2028 release window for The Witcher 4, confirming the next mainline entry is in active development and outlining a roadmap for the new trilogy, with Songs of the Past expansion arriving in 2027

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REVOSIM RS Lite and Console Wheels Revealed in News From The Pits 3

The third episode of News From The Pits has introduced the RS Lite wheel, detailed console plans for RS Pure and RS Initiale, and provided updates on MXGP 26, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, and the WRC franchise

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Palia Fall's Faire Roadmap Reveals New Civic Projects and Autumn Events

Singularity 6 has detailed the Fall's Faire season for Palia, outlining new Civic Projects, seasonal events and gameplay features coming to the fantasy life sim across all platforms this autumn

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Kitaria Fables 2 Closed Beta Applications Open for September Steam Test

Applications are now open for the Kitaria Fables 2 closed beta, with selected players able to test a substantial portion of the game on Steam this September ahead of its full release in spring 2027 across multiple platforms

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The Blood of Dawnwalker Console Modes Capped at 40fps at Launch

Rebel Wolves has released new console footage for The Blood of Dawnwalker, confirming that none of the launch graphics modes on PS5 or Xbox Series X will reach 60fps, with the highest target set at 40fps. Some players are now reconsidering their platform choice

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Starship Troopers: Extermination Update 12 Expands X-11 and Adds Meteor Showers

Offworld and Knights Peak have released Update 12 for Starship Troopers: Extermination, expanding the X-11 map, introducing meteor showers, new missions, and bringing back The Galactic Front event with additional rewards

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Fake GTA 6 Downloads Spread Malware as Leaks Fuel Confusion

Claims of a playable Grand Theft Auto 6 build on piracy sites are false, with security experts warning that these downloads are actually malware exploiting renewed interest following recent leaks

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Rainbow Six Siege Year 11 Season 3 Adds New Defender and 3v3 Mode

Ubisoft has detailed Operation Split Fire for Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege, introducing a new Egyptian defender, major operator balancing, a 3v3 Arcade mode, and a targeted Villa map update for all platforms

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T.W.I.R.L. launches on PC, Mac and Linux with console versions planned

Genie Boy Games has released its debut psychological horror T.W.I.R.L. on PC, Mac and Linux via Steam, with console editions for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch scheduled for later in 2026

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Honeycomb: The World Beyond launches 8 September on PC, PS5 and Xbox

Frozen Way Studio and Snail Games USA have confirmed Honeycomb: The World Beyond will release on Steam, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles this September, with a playable demo arriving on Steam a week before launch

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LEGO Batman Mayhem Collection DLC Trailer Premieres at gamescom

A new trailer for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight's Mayhem Collection DLC will debut during IGN's gamescom livestream, offering a first look at new playable characters, story content and features ahead of the September release

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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

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Aeris Collection Announced for VALORANT Season 2026 Act 5

Riot Games has revealed the Aeris Collection for VALORANT, introducing magical card-themed weapon skins and animations as part of Act 5, with new melee transformations and a fresh Battlepass launching on 18 August 2026

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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

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Footage Reveals Cancelled Star Wars: Magellan Action RPG for PC and Consoles

Gameplay footage and artwork have surfaced from Star Wars: Magellan, an ambitious action RPG once in development at Echtra Games, showing Jedi and Mandalorian classes before the project was cancelled following the studio's closure

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Modern Warfare 4 Beta Codes Available in New MP1st Community Giveaway

MP1st is distributing free Modern Warfare 4 beta codes to players ahead of the early access and open beta weekends, with access spanning multiple platforms and including both campaign and multiplayer content

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Neo Berlin 2087 Announced for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC in 2028

ByteRockers' Games has revealed that Neo Berlin 2087, developed by Elysium Games, is scheduled to launch globally in 2028 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The announcement was accompanied by a cinematic trailer and initial gameplay details

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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

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