Title: You Can Now Download The Duskbloods Beta And People Are Already Going Wild Over The Menu Music Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:17:48 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/you-can-now-download-the-duskbloods-beta-and-people-are-already-going-wild-over-the-menu-music-2000725360 Over a dozen character classes have also seemingly leaked online

Title: Readers Are Freaking Out Thinking Wattpad’s Updated Explicit Content Policy Is A Smut Ban Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:40:38 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/wattpad-smut-ban-content-policy-update-2000725319 It's not, but it the way it does prohibit some forms of explicit content is just as bad

Title: This New Factory Sim Is Exploding On Steam, And I Can Totally See Why Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:30:28 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/sandustry-steam-factory-incremental-mining-crafting-lantto-games-2000725317 Sandustry is the perfect mix of factory sim and incremental clicker

Title: Nidhogg Designer’s Mash-Up Of Pac-Man And Vampire Survivors And Everything Else Hitting Game Pass In August 2026 Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:20:30 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/nidhogg-designers-mash-up-of-pac-man-and-vampire-survivors-and-everything-else-hitting-game-pass-in-august-2026-2000725329 Also: the rat infestation returns

Title: Fired Rockstar Devs Say Players Should Still Buy GTA 6: ‘Don’t Boycott The Game, Support Our Legal Battle Instead’ Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:39:03 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/fired-rockstar-devs-say-players-should-still-buy-gta-6-dont-boycott-the-game-support-our-legal-battle-instead-2000725320 Workers are instead asking fans to buy shirts to help support their large legal fight against Rockstar later this year

Title: Monopoly Go x The Simpsons crossover is almost here Date: Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:41:21 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/monopoly-go-the-simpsons-crossover-details Monopoly Go players have been looking forward to a major crossover event for what felt like months, and though most of the details ended up leaking, nothing actually beats official information. Read more

Title: Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.3 will take us deeper into the World in Canvas and make Mortenax Blade playable Date: Fri, 22 May 2026 13:43:44 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/honkai-star-rail-version-4-3-all-details HoYoverse has today delivered full details on the next major update for Honkai: Star Rail. Version 4.3, dubbed The Lethe Below the Living, will be available for all players on June 1. The upcoming update adds a new chapter to the Planarcadia arc, and introduce a new playable character. Read more

Title: Forza Horizon 6 explodes on Steam even before it's officially out Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 11:00:02 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/forza-horizon-6-steam-numbers-big-launch Steam is abuzz this week with a couple of long-anticipated launches, but in Forza Horizon 6’s case, at least, the game isn’t even out for what will be most of its players. The anticipated sequel in the open-world driving game series doesn’t officially launch until May 19, but owners of its most expensive version - the Premium Edition - can play it right now. Read more

Title: Mystic Messenger's most loyal players are getting banned in droves for seemingly playing the game too much Date: Fri, 15 May 2026 10:02:10 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/mystic-messenger-ban-wave-thousands-of-hourglasses-anniversary Mystic Messenger, arguably one of the best dating sims around, has been dormant for about seven years. Despite not receiving new content or any meaningful updates in all that time, the game remains popular with its core fans, many of whom just woke up to some shocking news about their accounts. Read more

Title: Forza Horizon 6 review - The driving game for everyone still can’t seem to escape its car-collecting legacy Date: Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:03 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/forza-horizon-6-review There is this idea that, for a long-running series to remain as consistently popular as Forza Horizon has been, it needs to diminish itself somewhat with each new entry, gradually losing more and more of its edge in a bid to appeal to the widest possible audience. Read more

Title: Welcome To GameSpot Cheap Week Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/welcome-to-gamespot-cheap-week/ Gaming is expensive. That's always been true, even if other hobbies could be worse in that regard, but recent years have seen the situation only become more extreme. Enter GameSpot Cheap Week. All this week, we'll be publishing assorted features looking at how we got here--why are consoles so expensive, what goes into game pricing--and ways in which you can play more while spending less, be it through mods, libraries, or games that just don't cost an arm and a leg. Check back with this page as we publish more all throughout the week! Why Are Video Game Consoles So Expensive These Days (And Games Historically Cheap)? The Best Games Under $10 Looking To Save Money? Here’s How (And Why) You Should Finally Tackle Your Backlog https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FatSqS3VYY

Title: Looking To Save Money? Here’s How (And Why) You Should Finally Tackle Your Backlog Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/looking-to-save-money-heres-how-and-why-you-should-finally-tackle-your-backlog/ Gaming has never been more expensive. We're here to investigate why, and help you play more while spending less. Welcome to GameSpot Cheap Week. Video games have always been an expensive hobby, but lately it feels like the problem is compounding. We're devoting the full week to finding ways to tighten your belt and get the most out of your gaming piggy bank, so among all of our other suggestions--might we also propose you play some things you already own? Keeping costs down by playing your own games might sound obvious, but the infamous "gaming backlog" is a common gamer problem for a reason. Games can last dozens if not hundreds of hours, and especially with digital purchases, plentiful online sales, and often-cheap bundles, it's easy to amass a collection that you just don't play to its fullest.  Now please bear in mind, we're not here to guilt anyone for having a backlog. Attempting to finish absolutely every game you obtain is a fool's errand and will inevitably make your pastime feel more like a part-time job. There's wisdom in the idea that you should treat your backlog not as a checklist, but as a library. You can curate your own collection of games that interest you knowing that some of them you'll play to completion, some you may start and revisit, and others you may simply not play. There's nothing wrong with leaving games unfinished, and a lot of gamers make themselves miserable feeling pressured to complete their backlog. If you don't like it, drop it! Absolutely do not force yourself through a game you're not enjoying. In the context of cost-savings, though, there are probably a lot of great games you'd enjoy that you haven't finished. In fact, there are probably games you haven't even started. So in the spirit of saving money without sacrificing your video game time completely, we've put together a roadmap for how to tackle your backlog without making it feel like a second job. Step 1: Audit Your Free Time If you want to clean your gaming slate, you should first be brutally honest with yourself about how much gaming time you typically have in a day or week. One of the easiest ways to let your backlog get out of hand is to take on more than you can reasonably handle. Think through how much time you can reasonably, reliably spend on games every week. Figure out a number and keep it in your head for later. On that note, though, be kind to yourself. This number isn't a hard target that you have to hit; it's a general guideline. Build in some wiggle room to allow yourself to do other things. Steam libraries can be unwieldy Step 2: Browse Your Library Remember, you're approaching your backlog like a library, not a checklist. When looking through your collection, whether physical or digital, imagine yourself browsing shelves of books to find the one that speaks to you right now. That may mean identifying your gaming mood, like whether you'd like to take on a first-person shooter or a story-rich RPG. If it helps, you can take notes on which games stand out to you as the most appealing right now, and then look for common patterns like their genre, art style, or even vibe. This part can be as casual as you'd like. You could flip through your Steam library or stacks of game cases. But if you want to really inventory your collection, there are a few tools that might help you:  Backloggd - As you may guess from the name, this site is built to be a gaming answer to the popular movie site Letterboxd. Like that site, it lets you track your collection, mark games as finished, wishlist upcoming games, leave reviews, and even journal your experiences as you make your way through games.  InfiniteBacklog - Similar to Backloggd, this lets you track your collection and review games, but also features some gamified user-interface aspects such as experience levels for your tracked games, leaderboards, and themed challenges to complete.  GG - GG is a gaming collection app available on iOS and Android, and having it on your phone may make it more handy than other tools, depending on your preferences. Its feature set is a little simpler than the other two, but if you're just looking for an easy way to organize your library in your pocket, it works well. Some of these tools also feature automatic sorting options, including the ability to sort by user ratings. Steam collections can help Step 3: Narrowing It Down Once you've gotten your collection organized, it will be easier for you to find the games that strike your interest right now. You might have found a handful or even a dozen games that you meant to go back to, and that you'd like to give another spin. So how do you select which one(s) to focus on first? For this (and only this), we can recommend you defer to the wisdom of the crowd. There are lots of resources to find aggregated knowledge, and you can tap those resources to sort your finalists into different categories. For which games have gotten critical acclaim, you can refer to Metacritic. For popularity, you can take a look at reviews on Metacritic as well, or stores like Amazon and Steam. In the latter case, even if you're playing a console version, the Steam reviews can help you gauge the general sentiment toward the game. And if you're trying to balance those considerations against your time investment, you can refer to HowLongToBeat. (For double-duty, there is a Decky plugin that let you view the HLTB stats on the Steam page.)  Remember when we audited our free time in Step 1? That's where this comes in handy. If you know you have around 10 hours of game time a week, you can apply that to the HLTB estimates to plan out how long it will take you to finish a game. How large your blocks of gaming time are might also make a difference. If you only have an hour per night you may want to stick with quicker experiences like a roguelike or an FPS. If you have a big four-hour chunk on the weekend you could reserve that for a meaty RPG or strategy game. Again, be careful not to be overly prescriptive with this--the goal is simply to be organized and deliberate with your time, not to put pressure on yourself like a job.  Step 4: Jump Around With very few exceptions, most gamers don't laser-focus on one game at a time. If that's your style, go for it, but don't hold yourself to it. Instead, try to pick a rotation of two to four games that you're in the mood for, using the same methodology above. Your mileage may vary, but introducing a variety to your gaming diet will often help stave off getting bored and bouncing off a single game. You could sort this in different ways--like picking different genres to scratch different gaming itches, or different game lengths to have one game that's high-commitment and others that are more casual. If you're using HowLongToBeat to estimate when you'll complete a game, just add all of them together to get a general idea of when you'll start completing them. And if you lean much harder into one game than the others because it grabs your attention, great. That's the whole point of going through your backlog--to rediscover great games that you had left behind. Step 5: Check It Off The List Ah, the satisfaction of finishing a game. Your backlog just got a little shorter, and you saved some money in the process. Congratulations.  Step 6: Go Back To It, But Only If You Want To One advent of modern gaming is that many games don't really end. Almost every game has some kind of post-game content, be it a New Game Plus mode, extra challenges, additional content released post-launch, or a grind for a "true" ending. At this point, you have a choice. Do you go back into a game you've otherwise completed to play more of it?  The answer depends entirely on how much appetite you have for more. If you feel finished, there's nothing wrong with putting the game aside. You can always mark a game as one you'd like to go back to after giving it a little break. But if you just want to know how it ends, feel free to look up a summary or video on YouTube. Once you feel satisfied with your experience, don't feel obligated.  Steam sales can be dangerous Step 7: Buy Responsibly Now that you've gotten into a rhythm of checking games off your backlog and saving yourself money, how do you keep yourself from letting it balloon out of control again? The best advice is to simply wait. Most of the time, you don't need to jump on a game immediately at launch, with the rare exception of multiplayer games where you may need to play when there's a large and active community. As a rule of thumb, try to only buy games if you plan to play them immediately. Otherwise, there's nothing wrong with letting a game sit on your wishlist while you wait for a sale.

Title: How To Upgrade Cargo Elevators In Arc Raiders Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:37:22 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/how-to-upgrade-cargo-elevators-in-arc-raiders/ Arc Raiders' newest event, Phantom Targets, has quite a few steps for you to complete, with many of them requiring you to dish out substantial damage to ARC foes using some unexpected equipment. Before you get to any of that, though, you'll need to upgrade three cargo elevators. If you're feeling a bit stuck on this part of the event because you're not quite certain what counts as a cargo elevator, we've got you covered below. Here's how to upgrade cargo elevators in Arc Raiders. How to upgrade cargo elevators in Arc Raiders Upgrading cargo elevators in Arc Raiders is a lot more straightforward than you may expect because what you're looking for are actually the extraction elevators found on certain maps. You've likely used these large, industrial elevators dozens (if not hundreds) of times already when returning to Speranza. When you approach any of these large elevators, you should notice a tall antenna branching off the top of one of the corners. As you might suspect, these are the exact antennas we're here to upgrade, so go ahead and approach them. Upgrade the antennas at three cargo elevators. When you get close to an antenna, a prompt will appear that you can interact with to upgrade it. Do so, then either extract while you're there or make your way to another cargo elevator to upgrade its antenna as well. You don't have to upgrade all of the antennas in a single raid, so you can always just upgrade an antenna each time you're extracting across three runs rather than spending one run trekking across a map to knock them all out. Cargo elevator locations in Arc Raiders Cargo elevators are only located on Dam Battlegrounds, Spaceport, and Riven Tides. Look below for all of the exact locations where you can find them on each of these three maps. Dam Battlegrounds Dam Battlegrounds has four cargo elevators. If you're trying to complete all three upgrades in a single run, the bottom three of this map are all reasonably close together to make it a little easier for you. Dam Battlegrounds Spaceport Spaceport has four cargo elevators. If you're looking to complete all of the upgrades in one run, this one may look like a good choice on paper, but it's also crawling with ARC dangers. In addition to that, it's a very open map, so it's far more likely you'll get sniped or otherwise engaged by other players. Spaceport Riven Tides Riven Tides only has two cargo elevators due to the map's small size. While you won't be able to knock out all three upgrades in a single raid, the elevators are extremely close to one another, meaning it should be relatively easy to at least get two of them while you're exploring here. Riven Tides Arc Raiders is available now on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Check out our Arc Raiders guides hub for tips, quest guides, and more for this extraction shooter.

Title: Battlefield 6 Free Trial Overlaps With Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta This Weekend Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:36:01 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/battlefield-6-free-trial-overlaps-with-call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4-beta-this-weekend/ Battlefield and Call of Duty are overlapping this weekend, as the latest entries in both franchises have exciting opportunities on tap for fans. Battlefield 6 is free now through August 25 to celebrate the launch of the game's big new update, including the return of the fan-favorite Wake Island map and the debut of the Top Gun crossover. This also includes a brand-new mode, Carrier Strike. Additionally, the free week includes the Tsuru Reef, Cairo Bazaar, and Hagental Base maps, along with Wake Island. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CR8kWmA90Bs Meanwhile, the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta runs August 21-25, offering people a first taste of the game's multiplayer and campaign. While the Battlefield 6 free period doesn't cost anything, to play MW4's beta this weekend, you need to preorder the game (and it's not available on Switch 2). MW4's second testing period (August 28-September 1) is free and open to everyone, while it also expands to Switch 2. Battlefield and Call of Duty have been competitors in the FPS space for a long time, with Activision's franchise historically performing better. However, Battlefield topped Call of Duty in 2025, with Battlefield 6 finishing the year as the No. 1 best-selling game in the US. Black Ops 7, meanwhile, finished fifth, representing the Call of Duty franchise's lowest annual sales volume since 2008.

Title: Modern Warfare 4 – Meet the New Squad Trailer Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:23:31 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/videos/modern-warfare-4-meet-the-new-squad-trailer/ Joint US and ROK marine forces mount up, heading out on a routine patrol mission.

Title: The Surprising Reason 'Pokémon' Fans Are Giving The 30th Anniversary's "Ugly" Cards A Second Chance Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:14:44 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/pokemon-tcg-30th-anniversary-future-rare-yoshirotten-rbg/ When The Pokémon Company first revealed the new Future Rare variant cards, fans of the trading card game were skeptical. Sure, everyone wanted the 30th anniversary trading card game collection — but the new chromatic finish on the set's rarest cards flattened the grandeur of fan-favorite monsters like Mew and Mewtwo.

Title: Marvel's Wolverine on PS5 Nails the Character, Not Much Else | Preview Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:01:12 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/marvels-wolverine-hands-on/ I imagine that this is an easy trap to fall into when making a game — not seeing the forest for the trees. (Or not seeing the beefcake for the arm fur.) It's also very much like Insomniac. This is a studio that focuses on fidelity and really sweats the details rather than setting out to rewrite the rules of the medium with every project. I mean that as a compliment. What other studio could base a whole game around as prosaic a feature as fast load times and come up with something as spectacular and entertaining as Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart?

Title: The 6 Kingdom Hearts 4 Worlds We Want to See — and 4 Better Left in Darkness Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:01:12 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/kingdom-hearts-4-worlds-theory/ Traditions like a heartfelt romp through 100 Acre Wood with Winnie the Pooh and friends feel mandatory, but beyond those, there’s no telling where Sora might fly his Gummi Ship in Kingdom Hearts 4 — if he has a Gummi Ship at all.

Title: 'Marvel Tokon' Has Allegedly Been Cracked And Runs Better Than Official Release Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:37:41 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/marvel-tokon-drm-cracked-version-pc-release/ It’s no secret that Marvel Tokon: Fighting Soulshas been having trouble on PC. The game has a "Mixed" user score on Steam, with only 47% of players leaving a positive review, with most detractors criticizing performance issues. Users report trouble maintaining a consistent frame rate, crashes, online play problems, and more on machines that are well above the developer-recommended specs.

Title: Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Focus Meter and Skill Tree Leaves Fans Conflicted Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:26:46 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/tomb-raider-legacy-of-atlantis-focus-meter-skill-tree-controversy/ Amazon Game Studios has released the sixth installment in its behind-the-scenes series about the development of Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis. The remake of Lara Croft's original 1996 adventure is set to be released next year and will update the game for modern players. While that includes graphical improvements, the new video details gameplay changes and not everybody is happy about what was shown off.

Title: Class Is in Session: GeForce NOW Levels Up Linux, Chromebooks and More Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:33 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-linux-native-app/ GeForce NOW is giving cloud gaming an extra-credit upgrade just in time for back-to-school season. The native Linux app for GeForce NOW is officially out of beta. GeForce NOW is also delivering new cloud optimizations that make Frame Generation feel even more responsive while streaming. On top of that, Performance members will see higher frame rates in demanding games thanks to a CPU performance adjustment.  Plus, learn how GeForce NOW can add high-performance GeForce RTX gaming to the Chromebooks students already rely on for school – and how eligible new owners can take advantage of Chromebook Fast Pass. It all adds up to more ways to move from assignments to adventures across nearly any device. The only homework left is to decide what to play. This week, nine new games join the GeForce NOW library. The Cloud Gets Extra Credit GeForce NOW keeps getting better. The native Linux app for GeForce NOW has officially graduated from beta. Built on months of community feedback, the release focuses on performance, stability and polish while continuing to support Ubuntu 24.04 and later. A new Flatpack repository makes getting started and receiving future updates even easier. Visit the download page for more information and instructions. The cloud handles the rendering, so Linux gamers can tap into the latest GeForce RTX performance while staying on their preferred setup — without local hardware upgrades, compatibility headaches or complicated workarounds. Smooth gameplay makes the grade. GeForce NOW has also optimized DLSS Frame Generation in the cloud, reducing latency and making games feel more responsive. The improvements are especially noticeable when streaming at 60 or 120 frames per second in 1440p and 4K, helping every mouse movement and camera pan feel more immediate. Performance members will also enjoy additional server software optimizations to improve frame rates in select CPU-intensive games, helping demanding titles run more smoothly while delivering an even better gameplay experience. The cloud-side upgrade happens automatically, with nothing for members to install or configure, and at no additional cost. From Class Mode to Game Mode Class dismissed. Game on. Chromebooks already in backpacks can double as a PC gaming powerhouse, with GeForce NOW giving everyday school setups extra credit.  Chromebooks handling lectures, group projects and browser tabs can transform into high-performance GeForce RTX gaming PCs in just a few clicks. When class is out, open a supported browser or app and stream more than 2,000 supported PC games from existing libraries, with the cloud handling the heavy lifting. The same flexibility extends to Macs, Surface devices, everyday laptops, Steam Deck and mobile devices. Plus, eligible new Chromebook and Chromebook+ owners can claim a year of GeForce NOW at no cost with Chromebook Fast Pass, with priority access and no ads.  Study. Stream PC games. Same device.  Ready for the Weekend Follow the chain of command, streaming from the cloud. In addition, members can look for the following new games streaming this week: Car Wash Simulator (New release on Steam, Aug. 10) Pax Autocratica (New release on Steam, Aug. 10) Clawed (New release on Steam, Aug. 13) Hell Let Loose: Vietnam (New release on Steam, Aug. 13) Sandustry (New release on Steam and Xbox, Aug. 13) Cat Mail Co. (Steam) Misery (Steam) Monster Hunter Wilds Prologue Demo (Steam) Pratfall (Steam) To cap things off, a creator known as “Madelyn” recently shared how GeForce now makes cloud gaming affordable and accessible across nearly all her devices, calling it “a game changer” in her video: What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: GeForce NOW Shakes Up August With 26 New Games Date: Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:00:11 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-august-2026-games-list/ August is here, bringing 26 new games for GeForce NOW members.  Command the seas in World of Warships: Legends and discover what’s next in the GeForce NOW library, starting with the eight newly added games this week.  In addition, GeForce NOW is at the QuakeCon gaming conference this week in Grapevine, Texas, with hands-on experiences awaiting attendees. Return to QuakeCon  Visit the NVIDIA booth at QuakeCon to experience GeForce RTX 5080-powered Ultimate cloud gaming in action, with demos showcasing stunning visuals at up to 5K 120 frames per second on an ultrawide display, as well as seamless gameplay on the Lenovo Legion Go S handheld device. Conference attendees can see how thousands of PC games, including fan-favorite Bethesda titles, can move effortlessly across laptops, Macs, handhelds, mobile devices, TVs and more — letting members pick up where they left off on nearly any supported screen. Gamers not at the show can try out Ultimate cloud gaming in action with a day pass and jump into Bethesda titles from any device. All Games on Deck Sail the seas from nearly any screen. World of Warships: Legends drops anchor on GeForce NOW this week, bringing free-to-play naval combat. Captains can command destroyers, cruisers and battleships across massive multiplayer battles while exploring the latest update, featuring the Pacific Hammer Campaign, a new line of U.S. destroyers and more. Chart a course straight into the latest content across devices today without any installs needed, and check out all the games available this week: Big Walk (New release on Steam Aug. 4) Beacon Pines (Free on Epic Games Store Aug. 6) Sovereign Tower (New release on Steam Aug. 6) Expeditions: Samurai (New release on Steam Aug. 7) The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales (Xbox, available on the Microsoft Store) The Incident at Galley House (Steam) Machine Party (Steam) World of Warships: Legends (Steam) And look forward to the games coming throughout the month: Pax Autocratica (New release on Steam Aug. 10) Car Wash Simulator (New release on Steam Aug. 10) Clawed (New release on Steam Aug. 13) Hell Let Loose: Vietnam (New release on Steam Aug. 13) Sandustry (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, Aug. 13) The Sinking City 2 (New release on Steam Aug. 18) Mortal Shell II (New release on Steam Aug. 20) Gallipoli (New release on Steam, Aug. 20) Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 (New release on Steam Aug. 25) Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, Aug. 27) Breathedge 2 (New release on Steam Aug. 30) World of Warships: Legends (Steam) High on Life (Steam) High on Life 2 (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) Paradise Killer (Steam) Misery (Steam) Pratfall (Steam) Starvester (Steam) Extra Joy From July In addition to the dozen games announced last month, 15 more joined the GeForce NOW library.  Breath of Fire IV (Steam) Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (Ubisoft Connect) CloverPit (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Dinoblade (Steam) Dino Crisis (Steam) Dino Crisis 2 (Steam) Esports Manager 2026 (Steam) Funnel Runners (Steam) Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok Demo (Steam) Halo: Campaign Evolved (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) Mistfall Hunter (Steam) Onimusha: Way of the Sword DEMO (Steam) Pathogenic (Steam) Sudden Attack Zero Point (Steam) The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian (Steam) Mistfall Hunter didn’t make it this month. Stay tuned to GFN Thursday for the latest updates. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. Share a game screenshot or clip that perfectly sums up your day so far. — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) August 4, 2026

Title: Best in Class: Stream PC Games and Study on the Same Laptop With GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:20 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-back-to-school-2026/ Back to school means balancing assignments, deadlines and downtime. GeForce NOW makes it easy to have it all. With cloud gaming, everyday laptops used for class can also become GeForce RTX-powered gaming setups.  When it’s time to switch from studying to gaming, members can jump into Halo: Campaign Evolved, as GeForce NOW is bringing one of the gaming world’s most celebrated titles to nearly any device through the cloud, alongside eight total games joining the GeForce NOW library this week. From A+ to AAA Gaming  This back-to-school season, the easiest upgrade isn’t replacing laptops in backpacks. It’s unlocking even more from these same laptops, from creating to gaming. With a GeForce NOW membership, Chromebooks, Macs and Surface devices can become GeForce RTX-powered gaming PCs in the cloud. The GeForce NOW library features thousands of supported PC games, letting members stream titles they already own from digital stores like Steam, Xbox PC Game Pass and Epic Games Store in just a few clicks. The cloud keeps games up to date and ready to play, making it easy to jump into a match between classes, after homework or whenever there’s free time. Time spent waiting on downloads, patches and installs becomes time spent in game instead. The Ultimate membership enables best-in-class experiences by delivering 5080-class performance in the cloud with NVIDIA DLSS, ray tracing and NVIDIA Reflex technologies for responsive, visually rich gameplay — all on the hardware gamers already own. A creator known as “Menguiny” recently put this to the test after picking up a MacBook Neo. GeForce NOW turned the laptop — usually the creator’s go-to for editing videos and everyday work — into a top-notch gaming machine, too. Another creator, “TechWithSeong” highlighted that same versatility GeForce NOW offers. Rather than juggling separate devices for work and gaming, he used GeForce NOW Ultimate to stream supported PC games across the devices he already owns — from a MacBook used for editing to gaming on the go with handheld devices. Gamers can start with a day pass and experience all the premium benefits without a monthly commitment. Plus, the cost of a day pass can be applied toward a first membership purchase — it’s like earning a little extra credit along the way. Everyone, at Their Stations Needlers never looked so sharp. Experience the Master Chief’s iconic journey on GeForce NOW in Halo: Campaign Evolved — a modernized remake of Halo: Combat Evolved’s campaign — rebuilt with high-definition visuals, updated cinematics and refined gameplay. Whether discovering Halo for the first time or returning after 25 years to finish the fight, it’s as the Master Chief says: “We’re just getting started.” Crash-land on the mysterious ringworld alongside Cortana and uncover great secrets while battling overwhelming Covenant forces. Fight through the rebuilt campaign, then continue the adventure with three brand-new missions featuring the Master Chief and Sergeant Johnson. Expanded weapons, iconic vehicles, hijackable Wraith tanks and optional Skull modifiers offer even more ways to play. Suit up across PCs, Macs, Chromebooks, handhelds, mobile devices, TVs and more with GeForce NOW Ultimate, powered by GeForce RTX 5080-class performance in the cloud. Experience Halo with NVIDIA DLSS, ray tracing and NVIDIA Reflex technologies delivering higher frame rates and ultralow latency that keep every firefight feeling responsive and worthy of a Spartan. From solo gaming to online co-op modes, GeForce NOW cloud saves let members log in and pick up exactly where they left off across supported devices — no lengthy downloads, extra storage space or expensive hardware upgrades required. The only thing left to carry is the mission. Let’s Play Today In addition, members can stream the following games this week: Halo: Campaign Evolved (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass July 28) Mistfall Hunter (New release on Steam July 29) Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (New release on Ubisoft Connect July 30) Sudden Attack Zero Point (New release on Steam, July 30) The Ranchers (New release on Steam, available July 30) Corsair Cove (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass July 31) Funnel Runners (Steam) Pathogenic (Steam) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. Which game lore are you so familiar with that you can give a school presentation on it? — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) July 29, 2026

Title: GeForce NOW Sets Sail With ‘Path of Exile: Curse of the Allflame’ Joining the Cloud Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:00:16 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-path-of-exile-allflame/ Lock in and load up the cloud. GFN Thursday brings fresh updates and new adventures, all ready to play without waiting for downloads. Set sail in Path of Exile: Curse of the Allflame and charge in Battlefield 6 Season 4 both launching major content for members this week. Then revisit Capcom legends like Breath of Fire IV, Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2, jump into Halo: Campaign Evolved Advanced Access and discover nine titles arriving on GeForce NOW. The Curse Calls Prepare to brave the unforgiving waters of Wraeclast. Path of Exile: Curse of the Allflame launches Friday, July 24, sending Exiles into the perilous Frozen Seas. Guided by formidable corsair captain Valerie and her cursed navigator Vesper, gamers must piece together scattered treasure charts, board the legendary vessel — the Sovereign — and chart a course into the abyss. Descend into the depths using Allflame Lanterns to uncover valuable relics while surviving the dangers lurking beneath the waves. The update introduces sweeping changes, including a complete rework of sockets and links. The Scion also gains the all-new Luminary Ascendancy, the Mercenaries of Trarthus return alongside mysterious Atlas Anomalies, and the preexisting Abyss, Legion and Talisman mechanics receive revitalized gameplay and exclusive rewards. GeForce NOW members can dive in the moment it launches across their devices, no downloads needed. Learn more about the latest additions on the Path of Exile website. Rise Through the Ranks The next operation begins. Battlefield 6 takes the fight further with Season 4, bringing new battlegrounds, expanded progression and new ways to play.  Take to the land, air and sea with the massive Tsuru Reef and the return of the fan-favorite Wake Island, coming in phase two. Both feature aircraft carriers with operational flight decks, new naval vehicles and a dynamic wave system that helps move every match. The update also introduces Custom Lobbies and Spectator Mode, delivering more ways to play. From large-scale multiplayer battles to intense vehicle combat, GeForce NOW lets members deploy across nearly any device. Ultimate members can stream with GeForce RTX 5080-powered performance across PCs, Macs, handhelds, mobile devices, TVs and more. Whether returning to the frontlines or enlisting for the first time, members can leap into the latest Battlefield update the moment it arrives on GeForce NOW — without waiting for patches. Dragons and Dinosaurs — on Any Device Classic adventures, now in the cloud. Three iconic Capcom adventures arrive on GeForce NOW this week, ready for longtime fans to revisit and new players to discover. Journey through the rich fantasy world of Breath of Fire IV, a role-playing game following the intertwining stories of Ryu and Fou-Lu. Master an array of skills and magic to unlock strategic victories in battle and go head to head with unique enemies using powerful Dragon Transformations.  Raw instinct takes over in Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2, the survival-horror series that combines pulse-pounding action, resource management and thrilling dinosaur encounters. Pursued by a relentless prehistoric terror, players fight to survive from the facility to the world of the Cretaceous Period. Whether reliving unforgettable moments or discovering these legendary titles for the first time, gamers on GeForce NOW can experience gaming history on supported devices like Chromebooks, Fire TV and Steam Deck — no legacy hardware required. Spartans — Start Early Spartans don’t have to wait. Players who prepurchase the Premium Edition of Halo: Campaign Evolved can suit up for Advanced Access before the game’s global launch on Tuesday, July 28.  Start the weekend with all the new games arriving on GeForce NOW: ZeroSpace (New release on Steam, available July 20) The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian (New release on Steam, available July 20) The Planet Crafter (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass July 21) Carnival Hunt (New release on Steam, available July 23) Dinoblade (New release on Steam, available on July 23) Breath of Fire IV (Steam) CloverPit (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Dino Crisis (Steam) Dino Crisis 2 (Steam) The last word goes to the Community Corner. One GeForce NOW member recently shared they found themselves back on GeForce NOW Ultimate because they missed the flexibility of gaming across devices like Steam Deck. Their post sparked a discussion about why members tap into cloud gaming, whether as a backup, a travel companion or their primary way to play. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: Sharpen the Sword, Skip the Downloads — ‘Onimusha: Way of the Sword’ Is Coming to GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:00:34 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-onimusha-coming/ Onimusha: Way of the Sword is coming to GeForce NOW at launch, with the playable demo available this week. It’s joined by Denshattack! rolling in with five new games arriving in the cloud. Plus, GeForce NOW officially launches in India, moving from beta to public availability — meaning gamers can sign up without a waitlist. Pick Up the Oni Gauntlet Cloud-powered. Samurai-approved. Capcom’s next legendary action adventure is coming to GeForce NOW. Onimusha: Way of the Sword will arrive on the cloud at launch on Thursday, Sept. 3.  Members can jump into the action even sooner with the demo now available to stream. Set in a dark fantasy vision of Edo Japan, follow a lone samurai wielding the legendary Oni Gauntlet against relentless demonic Genma. Master precise swordplay, unleash powerful abilities and absorb the souls of fallen enemies as supernatural battles unfold across a haunting world filled with mystery and danger. Ultimate members can experience every clash with GeForce RTX 5080-class performance in the cloud across PCs, Macs, handhelds, mobile devices and TVs. From the first swing in the demo through launch day, GeForce NOW lets members step into battle the moment it’s available — no downloads, storage space or expensive hardware required. Gamers can find the demo in the GeForce NOW app demo row and add the title to their wishlists today to be ready when the blade is drawn.  India Levels Up The wait is over. GeForce NOW has officially exited beta in India, bringing the world’s highest-performance cloud gaming service to more gamers across the country.  This week, gamers can choose from monthly Performance and Ultimate memberships, flexible day passes or the basic, free offering — making it easier than ever to experience GeForce RTX-powered cloud gaming. GeForce NOW now supports UPI payments, giving gamers across India a fast, secure and convenient way to purchase memberships and day passes.  Premium memberships unlock GeForce RTX-powered features like ray tracing, NVIDIA DLSS and NVIDIA Reflex, along with higher resolutions, faster frame rates and priority access to streaming. With thousands of supported games — from blockbuster releases and free-to-play favorites to indie hits — members can enjoy PC games they already own without the cost of upgrading to high-end gaming hardware. Join the conversation with the GeForce NOW community on Reddit.  Go Off the Rails This Weekend “Denshattack!” is pulling into the cloud. Denshattack! — the off-the-rails, train‑wrecking action game — is now available to stream on GeForce NOW, letting members embrace pure chaos from almost any device.  Take control of runaway trains and send them barreling through crowded tracks, explosive obstacles and delightfully destructive layouts, chaining spectacular crashes with just the right mix of precision and pandemonium. Its colorful, tongue‑in‑cheek presentation and physics‑driven mayhem turn every run into a highlight reel of derailments — perfect for quick sessions, score‑chasing and laughing at just how wrong a single turn can go when the throttle never lets up. In addition, members can look for the following to play this week: Denshattack! (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass on July 15) The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu (New release on Steam, available July 15) Heave Ho 2 (New release on Steam, available July 16) Fogpiercer (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass on July 17) Onimusha: Way of the Sword DEMO (Steam) The GeForce NOW community keeps discovering new games to play, with members discussing the most beautiful games on the service. What game has impressed you most on GeForce NOW? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: Meet the Lovecraftian monstrosities of The Sinking City 2, out today on PS5 Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:00:44 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/08/18/meet-the-lovecraftian-monstrosities-of-the-sinking-city-2-out-today-on-ps5/ Hi everyone, my name is Evgeny Maloshenkov, and I’m responsible for creature design at Frogwares, the team behind The Sinking City 2. When we started working on the sequel back in 2023, we knew we wanted to take the series in a new direction. The original The Sinking City was an open-world Lovecraftian detective adventure. But for the sequel, we went full force into semi-open-world survival horror, putting a much greater emphasis on combat, exploration, and survival, and of course, all still wrapped in that Lovecraft gloom. Play Video Investigation is still present, but now it’s an optional layer for players who want to dig deeper into Arkham’s mysteries. And those who do will be rewarded with useful knowledge, resources, shortcuts, and other useful rewards. The new stand-alone story – so you don’t need to know the original to enjoy this one-  takes place in Arkham after a mysterious flood engulfs the city. Eventually, with waters rising relentlessly, the population had to be evacuated, leaving behind only a handful of barely sane survivors and the Eldritch abominations that arrived with the flood. So with combat playing such an important role in The Sinking City 2, we thought it would be fun to take a closer look at five of our favourite enemies and how they evolved from early concepts into the creatures you’ll encounter in the game. Slither Worms and Abominations The Slither are among the most common enemies you’ll encounter in Arkham, and they were one of the first creatures we defined for the game. From the beginning, we knew we didn’t want “just another zombie.” Instead, we imagined the Slither as worm-like deep-sea parasites, ranging from finger-sized creatures to worms as long as an arm. Individually, they are barely sentient, but when they gather into colonies, they form a hive mind capable of controlling human corpses in service of Yog-Sothoth. One of our biggest design questions was: What does a corpse look like when it is being controlled by something that has never used a human body before?The worms control the body indirectly, moving muscles themselves from the inside and so they do so with less than 100% precision. We tried to show that through animations and behaviour  shoulders become dislocated, and limbs move in awkward, erratic ways.We also imagined the colony gradually “learning” how to operate its new body, resulting in tangled legs, overextended arms and strange little practice movements. Those ideas became the foundation for the two stages of Slither infestation, with the creature’s appearance and behaviour changing as the colony grows stronger and more confident. Stygian Harvester It might be small and relatively fragile, but that doesn’t make it harmless. Stygian Harvesters are dangerous because of their speed, numbers and ability to surprise the player. They dodge attacks, set up ambushes, and retreat into hiding when threatened, waiting for the right moment to strike again. The creature moves using long human arms ending in hands. This allows it to squeeze through tight spaces, cling to its surroundings and move in ways that feel distinctly wrong. It prefers darkness, where it can remain hidden and turn the environment itself into part of the ambush. Acheronian Juggernaut The Acheronian Juggernaut returns from the original game, and for a very simple reason: we still love its design. The creature looks like multiple bodies have been fused into one enormous, grotesque mass. It has six arms, six legs, and a huge open maw stretching from its head down through its torso. It can even swallow an entire human body and hold it inside while it slowly decomposes. The Acheronian is incredibly powerful and resilient, although its size makes it one of the slower enemies. Originally found in Oakmont, the largest Wylebeast in the city has now made its way to Arkham. Because we were already so happy with its visual design, we kept the changes relatively minimal. Instead, we totally redesigned its behaviour and attacks, with this version much better suited for creating a formidable enemy that will make you sweat in combat. Lethian Revenant Originally known simply as the Lethian, the Lethian Revenant is a human that transforms into a humanoid Wylebeast. The infection leaves the creature visibly diseased and unstable, but its most disturbing feature is its head. It splits open vertically, allowing the Revenant to spit blobs of bacterial fluid at the player from a distance. Its behaviour reflects its physical condition. The Revenant appears to be in constant pain and avoids direct confrontation whenever possible, relying on ranged attacks and retreating behind cover. For The Sinking City 2, we rebuilt the creature from scratch. Its model and textures were completely remade, while some animations from the original game were reused and expanded. We also reworked its wounds to create a much more fleshy appearance, with torn skin, exposed muscle, and dark pus oozing from its body. Deep One Raider No Lovecraftian game would be complete without Deep Ones! These ocean-dwelling creatures are humanoid in shape but distinctly fish-like in appearance. They can survive on land for extended periods and are biologically immortal, dying only through violence or accident. ​​ The Deep One Raider is a terrifying close-range opponent. It possesses immense physical strength and devastating claw attacks, but what makes it particularly unsettling is the way it moves. It can dodge in strange, inhuman ways, drop onto all fours and suddenly burst into a sprint before knocking its victim to the ground. Welcome to the Flood We’re so happy to say that The Sinking City 2 is out now on PlayStation 5! Getting here has been quite a journey. Making a game is difficult under normal circumstances, and doing it with a team in Ukraine while a war continues around us has presented challenges we could never have anticipated. There have been struggles along the way, but seeing the game finally in players’ hands makes us incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished. Thank you so much for reading, and we hope to see you in the flood!

Title: Helldivers 2: A deep dive into the Illuminate Void Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:04 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/08/18/helldivers-2-a-deep-dive-into-the-illuminate-void/ Helldivers, we have entered the unknown at last to face the unthinkable. Our elite peacekeepers are looking into the corruption and shining Liberty’s light onto the heart of darkness. The Gateway is constructed and we have crossed into the new frontier. The Illuminate may have broken through but Super Earth will push back. Now is the time to mount the counteroffensive! You must work together to destroy their unnatural mutations in the name of Managed Democracy. The Gateway is now open During the ‘Census Thunder’ campaign, the Helldivers secured large reserves of Voteless tissue samples from the Void to aid in the study of this menace. Super Earth’s Ministry of Science determined a way into the Void by opening and stabilizing a wormhole on Rirga Bay using the research you helped secure: the Gateway is now open. We’re sending our best, Helldivers. And that means you. Liberate The Source Planet Space inside the Void is strange, divers. There are no stars, no marvelous skies to behold from the planet’s surface. The planets pulled into the Void have been transformed, mutated, and reborn inside it. These worlds hold Illuminate ruins and ancient technologies that you must document and destroy. You must navigate these strange worlds and find the Source Planet, formerly known as Seasse, and liberate it. But beware: Seasse is a shade of its former glory, now consumed by the haunting flora from the Void, and filled with Illuminate horrors (the Wretch, the Crusher and the abominable lands in which they dwell) Document the Corruption Inside the Void, you have new objectives to complete on the planets, and–unlike previously more linear dives–you will have several randomized primary objectives for every operation. This brand new arrangement requires you to think fast and work together to dive and extract safely. Document your discoveries inside the Void with the tactical video camera, destroying Illuminate structures, conducting reconnaissance missions, and more. Document their war crimes and end their foul corruption. Extract the Squad The Void is dangerous and time is of the essence: complete objectives and extract. To give your squad a fighting chance at making it back to the Destroyer, Helldivers will be able to unlock secondary extraction zones on the Void planets. You won’t be facing these new challenges alone. Push forward with the help of SEAF support squads to unravel the secrets of the Void. Reveal the hidden truths, uncover the source of the anomaly… and put Freedom’s foot clean through its face. The fight for a safer tomorrow begins today. The latest update, Devoid of Liberty***, is live now. Take back the galaxy, divers–give these squids hell. ***Gameplay requires internet access and paid-for subscription on console (sold separately).

Title: (For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: July 2026’s top downloads Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 03:11:45 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/08/17/20260818-top/ It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts in Asia.  In July, EA SPORTS FC 26 and Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced topped Asia PS5 download charts, while Call of Duty: Black Ops II dominated the charts for PS5 and PS4 in the US and EU.  Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month? PS5 Games AsiaUS/CanadaEA SPORTS FC 26Call of Duty: Black Ops IIAssassin’s Creed Black Flag ResyncedCall of Duty: Black OpsNBA 2K26EA Sports College Football 27PalworldAssassin’s Creed Black Flag ResyncedeBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026EA Sports FC 26Resident Evil 4Halo: Campaign EvolvedIt Takes TwoPalworldSplit FictionNBA 2K26Gran Turismo 7MinecraftForza Horizon 5Escape the BackroomsPersona 5 the RoyalUFC 6DAVE THE DIVERThe Mound: Omen of CthulhuFINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH007 First LightGhost of YōteiEchoes of AincradCall of Duty: Black Ops IIMLB The Show 26The Witcher 3: Wild HuntGrand Theft Auto VCyberpunk 2077Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game007 First LightBattlefield 6Dead Island 2Call of Duty: Black Ops 7Stellar BladeIt Takes Two *Naming of products may differ between regions *Upgrades not included PS4 Games AsiaUS/CanadaCall of Duty: Modern WarfareCall of Duty: Black Ops IIRed Dead Redemption 2Call of Duty: Black Ops IIIBloodborneBatman: Arkham KnightEA SPORTS FC 26Red Dead Redemption 2God of WarCall of Duty: Black OpsAssassin’s Creed OdysseyGang BeastsSEKIRO: SHADOWS DIE TWICECall of Duty: Modern WarfareMarvel’s Spider-Man Game Of The Year EditionEA Sports FC 26Watch Dogs 2The ForestA Way OutDestiny – The CollectionBatman: Arkham KnightMortal Kombat XThe Last of Us RemasteredNBA 2K26Tomb Raider: Definitive EditionA Way OutShadow of the Tomb RaiderMinecraftAce Combat 7: Skies UnknownGod of WarResident Evil 6Devil May Cry HD CollectionCall of Duty: WWIIDying LightRise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year CelebrationMiddle-earth: Shadow of WarMetal Gear Solid V: The Definitive ExperienceBloodborneOvercooked! 2Resident Evil 5 *Naming of products may differ between regions PS VR2 Games* AsiaUS/CanadaHorizon Call of the MountainI Am CatBeat SaberSynapseMaestroBeat SaberAlien: Rogue Incursion VRJob SimulatorSmash DrumsThe Walking Dead: Saints & SinnersThe Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners – Chapter 2: RetributionCreed: Rise to Glory – Championship EditionKayak VR: MirageAlien: Rogue Incursion VRArizona Sunshine VR RemakeAmong Us 3D: VRMetro AwakeningZero Caliber VRArizona Sunshine VR 2Arizona Sunshine VR Remake *PlayStation Store purchases only. Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not included Free to Play (PS5 + PS4) AsiaUS/CanadaeFootballRobloxRobloxFortniteNTE: Neverness to EvernessMarvel RivalsDelta Force (F2P)Rocket LeagueWhere Winds Meet (F2P)Call of Duty: WarzonePUBG: BATTLEGROUNDSTom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free AccessGenshin ImpacteFootballAsphalt LegendsApex LegendsFall GuysFall GuysFortniteAsphalt Legends

Title: Phantom Blade Zero State of Play dives deep into combat and the Wulin world  Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:22:34 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/08/17/phantom-blade-zero-state-of-play-dives-deep-into-combat-and-the-wulin-world/ Phantom Blade Zero is set to release on October 29*. In our deep dive gameplay State of Play episode, we share more about the world of Phantom Blade Zero, its gameplay systems, and the involvement of kung fu legend Donnie Yen. Play Video We’ve kept some of our deeper gameplay systems under wraps until now, and today’s State of Play offers a closer look at how you can shape your combat setup and express your own style of play in our dark wuxia action game. We’ve been looking forward to sharing more of the Wulin and Donnie Yen’s involvement in the game, and we hope you’re as excited as we are! The Wulin world and combat options The Wulin, our dark wuxia world, is a place rife with conflict and intrigue, where our protagonist, Soul, will encounter citizens in need along his journey. Interacting with them and completing some of the side quests might even open up new story paths and deepen your understanding of this perilous martial world. Secrets are hidden throughout the Wulin, waiting to be uncovered as you learn the truth behind the events that set the story of Phantom Blade Zero in motion. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image While exploring the Wulin, you’ll unlock more than 30 main weapons, plus 25 secondary weapons known as Phantom Edges. You can upgrade your weapons and pair them with different accessories to create the build you want. Want to take down enemies from afar? Use summons to assist you in battle? You’ve got plenty of options. Express yourself freely through combat as you fend off assassins, those who have succumbed to darkness, and martial arts masters who plot against you. Defeating some enemies expands your arsenal, giving you even more ways to take on challenging foes. Don’t worry if you second guess a weapon you’ve upgraded or want to switch up your build. You can always reforge it, get those materials back, and reinvest them in another.  Verify your age to view this content. Verify your age to view this content. Difficulty options Our range of difficulty options lets new players and even the most experienced action game veterans tailor the experience to their liking. If you’d simply like to enjoy the story, Wayfarer mode is for you. But if you want to ramp up the challenge, try Hellwalker to face more advanced and adaptive enemy intelligence or take on Sixty-Six Days mode, which isn’t for the faint of heart. Verify your age to view this content. Verify your age to view this content. Kung fu consultant Donnie Yen To capture the spirit of authentic kung fu, Donnie Yen serves as our Creative Consultant while also bringing Mó Yuan to life through facial and motion capture. Through his likeness, performance, and creative guidance, Donnie has helped bring the essence of kung fu cinema into your hands. This has been one of the most exciting parts of developing Phantom Blade Zero, and we’ve been dying to share it for a long time. Crossing paths with Mó Yuan will keep you on your toes. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Verify your age to view this content. Verify your age to view this content. We hope you’ll enjoy Phantom Blade Zero when it launches on October 29*, for PlayStation 5. *October 28 in the US and select regions.

Title: New It Happens on PS5 campaign highlights the biggest moments of play Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:00:25 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/08/17/new-it-happens-on-ps5-campaign-highlights-the-biggest-moments-of-play/ There’s never been a better time to play on PS5. With a lineup of iconic games available now and coming soon, players have plenty of unforgettable experiences to look forward to. From new stories featuring legendary Marvel characters in Marvel’s Wolverine as well as 007 First Light, and God of War Laufey, to the highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto VI, the most-exciting adventures ahead will happen on PS5. Today, we’re launching a new It Happens on PS5 hero advert highlighting what’s available on PS5 as well as what’s ahead for players in the coming months. The advert invites players to discover what PS5 makes possible, taking viewers on a fast-paced journey through bold and unexpected moments, featuring larger-than-life scenes, from Giannis Antetokounmpo’s elite basketball skills that get the streets bouncing to a high-speed jet ski chase. Play Video Across the world, It Happens on PS5 comes to life beyond the screen through creators, special installations, and activations. With Marvel’s Wolverine launching on September 15, players may encounter game-inspired experiences, including Marvel’s Wolverine challenge pods in France and a Berserker Mode activation in Australia. Players in the UK, Canada, and Spain may also find larger-than-life Sentinel head installations, with other locations celebrating memorable moments from fan-favorite PS5 games. We look forward to seeing what players discover next and celebrate play on PS5. 

Title: The Lantern of the Laughless Saint, a Morrowind-inspired RPG weirdfest out this week in early access, has immediately seduced me with dialogue camera hijinks Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:14:29 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-lantern-of-the-laughless-saint-a-morrowind-inspired-rpg-weirdfest-out-this-week-in-early-access-has-immediately-seduced-me-with-dialogue-camera-hijinks I've woken up on a beach. I'm staring up into the nostrils of a bald man whose face looks to be made of wet clay. He's saying vaguely threatening things about a tower and my race and an island, and the fact I'm far from home. The dialogue camera of The Lantern of the Laughless Saint clearly picks up on how unnerved this introduction to its adventure has made me. Read more

Title: Marathon's limited time Ordnance Heist is a multi-run and map event that nets you a cool gun you can't keep Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:09:20 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/marathons-limited-time-ordnance-heist-is-a-multi-run-and-map-event-that-nets-you-a-cool-gun-you-cant-keep Marathon's Vault Breaker, an experimental PvE mode that allowed even solo folks to take on the endgame map Cryo Archive, is wrapping up today, but Bungie does at least have a new event for you to have a go at in kind. It's called Ordnance Heist, and while it doesn't offer any major new features or radical changes, the big thing it does focus on is completing multiple runs across multiple maps, netting you an explosive weapon called the Firestorm. Read more

Title: Trainwatch is a life sim, a horror game, and a time management experience rolled up into a haunting story about the eerie places you see from a speeding carriage Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:24:19 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/trainwatch-is-a-life-sim-a-horror-game-and-a-time-management-experience-rolled-up-into-a-haunting-story-about-the-eerie-places-you-see-from-a-speeding-carriage Recently, RPS has seen a mighty renaissance of train game reporting. Look to east, and you will find James doing locomotive kickflips in Denshattack, a J-pop stunt racer turbocharged by the hope of a better world. Look to west, and you'll witness Julian bopping bandit Pullmen in Fogpiercer, or chuffing gaily between the plumpest asteroids in Profits 2167. Read more

Title: Rather than calling for GTA 6 boycott, fired Rockstar workers urge players to support them in their legal battle against the studio by buying union merch Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:20:46 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/rather-than-calling-for-gta-6-boycott-fired-rockstar-workers-urge-players-to-support-them-in-their-legal-battle-against-the-studio-by-buying-union-merch Former Rockstar staff currently embroiled in a legal battle with the company over their firings last year have asked supporters not to boycott GTA 6, but instead to consider helping cover the costs of their fight against Rockstar by buying specially-designed union merchandise. Read more

Title: Stare at an imprisoned god to stop the apocalypse in Sarco, a no-saves horror game in which you'll also, somehow, have to explore a gutted scientific base Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:30:00 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/stare-at-an-imprisoned-god-to-stop-the-apocalypse-in-sarco-a-no-saves-horror-game-in-which-youll-also-somehow-have-to-explore-a-gutted-scientific-base In Hello Andromeda's Sarco, you're trapped in a scientific research base with a sarcophagus housing a cosmic being that starts to open when you aren't looking at it. Friends, I am never going to beat this game - not because I dread to gaze into the abyss, lest it gaze into me, nor because as with Schrödinger's cat, I do not credit the sealed cosmic being with a stable existence prior to the box's opening. No, I'm going to fail because my parents taught me that it's rude to stare and they did not add the disclaimer "...unless you're trying to keep the lid on Shub-Niggurath, The Black Goat of the Woods with a Thousand Young." Read more