Title: UK Retail Group Slams PlayStation Killing Discs As The ‘Triumph Of Corporate Convenience Over Consumer Choice’ Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:58:15 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/uk-retail-group-slams-playstation-killing-discs-as-the-triumph-of-corporate-convenience-over-consumer-choice-2000715189 The move is coming even as many still buy games physically

Title: Actor Sam Neill, One Of The Good Ones, Has Died Aged 78 Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:35:59 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/actor-sam-neill-died-aged-78-jurassic-park-event-horizon-2000715186 The Jurassic Park and Hunt for the Wilderpeople star is being remembered fondly

Title: Phoebe Bridgers Launches Itch.io Page With An Infinite Runner Date: Sun, 12 Jul 2026 22:22:09 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/phoebe-bridgers-launches-itch-io-page-with-an-infinite-runner-2000715034 The indie superstar breaks her hiatus with a RuneScape inspired single and a Subway Surfers style micro game

Title: Expensive Games Are Fueling Steam’s Most Lucrative Year Despite Players Trending Towards Older Releases Date: Sun, 12 Jul 2026 21:21:27 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/expensive-games-are-fueling-steams-most-lucrative-year-despite-players-trending-towards-older-releases-2000715030 While the industry crumbles around it, the leading PC gaming portal is seeing its highest gross revenues off surprise hits, new demographics and higher priced blockbusters

Title: Ubisoft Drops Claim That Monetization Makes Games ‘More Fun’ From Annual Report Date: Sun, 12 Jul 2026 20:21:40 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/ubisoft-drops-claim-that-monetization-makes-games-more-fun-from-annual-report-2000715026 Unclear if they can hear themselves talk, the new internal report also cautions against game development cycles taking too long

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: TennoCon 2026: Every Big Warframe And Soulframe Announcement Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:08:55 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/tennocon-2026-every-big-warframe-and-soulframe-announcement/ The annual TennoCon event was held on the weekend, and once again, developer Digital Extremes had plenty of announcements regarding its two games, Warframe and Soulframe. The highlight was an extended look at Warframe's Tau expansion, followed by a closer look at Soulframe's new narrative questline and player-requested content like mounts. In case you missed it, you can catch up on all the reveals from TennoCon 2026 below. Warframe: Tau https://youtu.be/bRxDf7gu97g The headliner for Tennocon this year was the new look at Warframe: Tau, the next major Narrative Chapter in the game. Players will get to explore a new Star Chart, the Tau System, and uncover the mystery of the Sentient ring city of Fornax. Amidst a constant downpour of black rain and infighting between criminal factions, a ruthless crime boss known as The Hunra reigns supreme and will need to be removed from the picture. The new expansion launches later this year. New challenges require a new Warframe As you'd expect, taking down a deadly network of smugglers and enforcers is no small feat, and players can equip a new Chimera Warframe, called Brysko. A sentient Warframe that looks like it came straight out of a hard-boiled detective mystery--and voiced by Critical Role's Matthew Mercer--Brysko's arsenal includes brass knuckle attacks, explosive playing cards, and an Exalted revolver magnum known as the Corecracker. Warframe gets its first card minigame, Portau. When you're not blasting gangsters, you can kick back with a round of Portau. Billed as a "sentient" card game, Portau blends the rules of poker with its own suite of Blooms, Cores, Moons, and Suns. New enemies rise up Alongside the new Environment of Fornax that features high-end casinos, grimy shipping docks, and dilapidated slums, players can also take on the Fornax Drowners. Similar to the Sentients encountered within the Origin System, they've evolved into a deadlier form, and they'll put your Warframes to the test. Warframe is teaming up with Fortnite From one free-to-play game to another, Fortnite players can now purchase the Excalibur outfit, an in-game cosmetic. If you've purchased certain eligible items, you'll also get the cosmetic skin as a freebie. Updates aplenty in Warframe Ahead of the launch of Tau, Warframe players can look forward to several updates. Iceblade of Narin adds a new story quest, location, an ice-elemental Warframe, and a customizable Orokin vessel for their journey to the Tau galaxy. The major update will also rework several Warframes and make them more powerful than ever thanks to a range of Deluxe and Prime variants, gameplay is also being overhauled, and there'll be new Nightwave missions to jump into.  Soulframe recruits some Expedition 33 talent for its narrative. https://youtu.be/WiGRu3SQ-ZY While the fantasy-themed world of Soulframe is still in its alpha stage of development, Digital Extremes did show off more of the game and the features that'll make it feel both distinct and complementary to Warframe. Set in a world of high fantasy, the new trailer showed off the creeping blight threatening the world of Soulframe, and Digital Extremes also teased the new Warsongs missions. This questline is out later this year, and it'll provide plenty of exposition and plot beats that set up the main campaign of Soulframe. The new arc also features the talents of actors Ben Starr as the new antagonist, Tempest Bayor, and Jennifer English as the player ally, Empress of Eidvel. If both of those names sound familiar, that's because the actors previously starred in Expedition 33. Beyond Soulframe fleshing out its narrative even further, Digital Extremes will also continue to fine-tune the game with quality-of-life updates. Mounts are also coming to the game, alongside "Vegan Fishing" for some outdoor fun. TennoCon 2027 already has a date Next year's TennoCon event will be held roughly a year from now, July 16-17, 2027.

Title: My Chemical Romance And Baldur’s Gate 3 Is The Unexpected Crossover Making My Monday Morning Better Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:08:49 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/my-chemical-romance-and-baldurs-gate-3-is-the-unexpected-crossover-making-my-monday-morning-better/ My Chemical Romance, the essential emo band of your teen years, played three headline shows at London's Wembley Stadium over the weekend, but one of them took a pause for vocalist Gerard Way to discuss Baldur's Gate 3. Way noticed a fan's sign that read, "Have you ever played Baldur's Gate 3?" to which he responded, "No, I only ever played Baldur's Gate 1." He went on to add that he did play the Icewind Dale expansion, "But I just ran out of time." https://www.tiktok.com/@katanaluciana/video/7661439271026396438?_r=1&_t=ZN-97yGCGsxQoA Now, developer Larian Studios has responded to Way's revelation that he's not played the hit RPG. After initially posting on X, "What do you mean you haven't played the critically-acclaimed Dungeons and Dragons RPG, Baldur's Gate 3?" the studio went on to add, "There's a Baldur's Gate 3 code with your name on it if you fancy trying it." https://twitter.com/larianstudios/status/2076633525164355679?s=20 So far, Gerard Way hasn't acknowledged the response from Larian, but given that it's one of the few games that received a rare 10/10 score in GameSpot's review, we'd wager that he should probably find the time to get acquainted with Astarion and co.

Title: Every Upcoming Superhero Game To Look Out For In 2026 And Beyond Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:18:00 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/every-upcoming-superhero-game-to-look-out-for-in-2024-and-beyond/2900-5051/ Superhero games make for some of the best interactive entertainment around, as they provide the ideal form of escapism: all of the great power, and none of the great responsibility to use it wisely. The last couple of years have seen some terrific entries in this genre, from Eidos Interactive’s Guardians of the Galaxy to Insomniac's successful reimagining of Spider-Man, and last year's sleeper hit, Dispatch. Several games based on characters from Marvel, DC, and other comic book publishers are in development at several studios--from Iron Man to Black Panther-- and here's a closer look at the projects headed to PC and console in the near-future. Two games we've sadly removed from the list are Monolith's Wonder Woman and Cliffhanger's Black Panther, as both games were canceled and their studios have been closed. For a broader sense of what's on the way, check out our full 2026 video game release date schedule. Marvel's Blade (Arkane Lyon) Blade's no stranger to video games--the Wesley Snipes incarnation had two movie tie-in games and he's appeared in various other big Marvel games over the years. But the idea of a new solo title with Deathloop studio Arkane Lyon leading the way sounds like a match made in heaven. This time, Blade's adventure takes him to the streets of Paris, a city under siege by vampires and in dire need of the Daywalker's lethal talents for dealing with the undead pain-in-the-neck menace. While it's still early in development, Arkane has described this project as a narrative-driven third-person action game and has shared some concept art for the game. Recently, there have been fears that Marvel's Blade might be facing cancellation, following sweeping cuts at Xbox. Since it's based in France, Arkane Lyon has now entered a period of "required consultation" with its local works council to discuss "potential" strategic options, which could see a new buyer found for the Deathloop studio. There's also the potential for Arkane to become an independent studio--a path that Double Fine and Compulsion Games have opted for following their exit from Xbox--but it's unclear what the future holds in store for Marvel's Blade. According to recent reports, the Marvel game was over-budget and had been delayed internally to late 2027. Advertisement Marvel's Iron Man (EA Motive) Not much is known about EA's take on everybody's favorite genius billionaire playboy philanthropist Iron Man, as the game is still early in pre-production, but EA Motive has said that it wants to get this project right. The Dead Space studio has a legion of Iron Man fans to consult on this project, hiring is ramping up, and the game is being developed in Unreal Engine 5. Advertisement Marvel's Wolverine (Insomniac) Release date: September 15, 2026 After three games spent spinning webs, dealing with pesky symbiotes, and suffering regular insults from J. Jonah Jameson, Insomniac's next project is focused on Canada's finest export, Wolverine. After years of radio silence, the studio showed off its Wolverine game in all its gory glory, revealing a brutal exploration of the character and a September 15, 2026, release date. In the months leading up to its release, Insomniac has shown off plenty more of the game in action, and yes, it is an incredibly violent game. Set in a world where the X-Men don't exist yet--but a globe-trotting group of mercenary mutants known as Team X is in action--Marvel's Wolverine looks like it'll have plenty of Easter eggs and classic costumes to unlock when Logan pops his adamantium claws out.    Advertisement Marvel 1943: Rise Of Hydra (Skydance Media) The next game from Uncharted director Amy Hennig and Skydance Media, Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra will feature more than just Wakanda's defender and the first Avenger in action. The debut trailer teased Gabriel Jones, a US soldier, and Nanali, the founder of the Wakandan Spy Network, as two more playable characters in the game's ensemble cast. Gameplay has yet to be revealed, but Skydance Media did showcase some of the game's very impressive visuals during the State of Unreal presentation at the Game Developers Conference. While Captain America is still a rookie star-spangled hero, this incarnation of Black Panther is Wakandan King Azzuri, T'Challa's grandfather, and the forces of Hydra are sweeping across Europe. The storyline will draw inspiration from the 2010 "Flags of Our Fathers" comic book arc, and Hennig added that the game is being structured somewhat similarly to a "binge-able serialized adventure" for fans to enjoy. What's taking so long for the game to see the light of day? According to Shawn Kittelsen, a senior executive at the newly formed Paramount Games Studio, the game's small team and producer Amy Hennig's push for quality are factors in its lengthy development, but Paramount wants to support a team that's focused on delivering a high-quality experience. Advertisement Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls (Arc System Works) In what might be the most surprising team-up of the year, the next brawler featuring Earth's mightiest mortals will see Marvel team up with Guilty Gear developer Arc System Works. Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls features fresh redesigns of characters like Spider-Man, Iron Man, and Captain America, along with an exciting 4v4 battle setup. It'll be out in 2026. The rest of the game's launch roster has also been revealed, and yes, Deadpool is still a scene-stealing character who dares to use moves from other fighting games. Advertisement Mystery Marvel games (EA) Details on the two mystery Marvel games at EA are locked up tighter than Wolverine's liquor cabinet when he's out of town, but EA has confirmed that one of them will be an original story-driven game set in the Marvel universe, just like its Iron Man project. Which characters will we eventually see revealed? Modern Marvel games typically focus on their biggest blockbuster icons, and it doesn't look like the Hulk, Captain Marvel, or Ant-Man are up to anything right now. Who knows? It might be time to walk on the print side of that universe with Marvel's Daily Bugle Simulator. Advertisement The Wolf Among Us 2 (Telltale Games) While it's not a capes-and-tights adventure like the other entries above, The Wolf Among Us 2 still has its origins in comic books. Originally announced in 2017, The Wolf Among Us 2 has had a long--and reportedly troubled--development cycle, enduring multiple delays and the closure of the original Telltale Games. The current incarnation of Telltale Games confirmed that development on The Wolf Among Us 2 is still ongoing, following rumors that the game was at risk of being shelved due to financial difficulties and internal pressure. At Summer Game Fest, The Wolf Among Us 2 finally got a fresh reveal, and so far, it's looking pretty good. The game is now running in Unreal Engine 5, with its art direction aiming to capture the Telltale Games vibe while also modernizing it. Exploration sections have been expanded on to include full 360-degree camera control, while various other gameplay mechanics are all designed to make you feel like a hard-boiled detective. It doesn't have an exact date yet, but the game is currently on track to be released in 2027 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. Advertisement The Dark Knight rises once again? After releasing Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League to lukewarm reviews and poor sales, UK-based developer Rocksteady Studios is rumored to be returning to Batman for its next project. A recent report claimed that the studio is working on a single-player Batman game, but it's "years away" from seeing the light of day. With Netflix also preparing to purchase Warner Bros.--and by association, all of the Warner Bros. Interactive game studios--it'll be interesting to see if the Caped Crusader is being primed for a big comeback. Advertisement

Title: Garfield Craps On Mario Over Upcoming Mario Kart Game Shutdown Date: Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:23:45 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/garfield-craps-on-mario-over-upcoming-mario-kart-game-shutdown/ In the kart-racing genre, Mario Kart's reigns supreme. But the social media team behind Garfield Kart: Furious Racing and Garfield Kart 2: All You Can Drift didn't miss a chance to dunk on Nintendo's decision to sunset Mario Kart Tour this fall. On X, the official account for Garfield Kart declared its superiority to Mario Kart because it "will not randomly kill your game license." https://twitter.com/GarfieldKartX/status/2074947859644809275 While the Garfield Kart games are far behind Mario Kart in terms of popularity, the title characters do share a connection on the big screen. Guardians of the Galaxy's Chris Pratt is the voice of Mario in The Super Mario Bros. Movie and its sequel, while also portraying Garfield in the most recent animated film. That's about as close as these two franchises will come to a crossover short of another Smash Bros. sequel that may seek lasagna-craving felines for its roster. Mario Kart Tour will be shut down on September 29, seven years after Nintendo began its push into mobile. Most of Nintendo's other mobile games from that era have also shut down, with a few exceptions including Super Mario Run, Fire Emblem Heroes, and Pikmin Bloom. On consoles, Mario Kart World is currently the best-selling game on Switch 2, and it dropped a new update earlier this month. Two additional Knockout Tour routes were included in that update, with at least six more routes slated to be added in future updates.

Title: Pokemon Go Fest 2026: Mega Mewtwo Raids, Zeraora Special Research, Rotating Habitats, And More Date: Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:21:55 +0000 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/pokemon-go-fest-2026-mega-mewtwo-raids-zeraora-special-research-rotating-habitats-and-more/ Pokemon Go's global Go Fest has arrived, and this year's event is a big one. For the first time in the game's history, all players who log in during the festivities will receive access to a new Special Research that leads to an encounter with the mythical Pokemon Zeraora. That's not all that players can look forward to this weekend. Mewtwo's Mega-Evolved forms are also making their debut, and different wild Pokemon and Raid bosses will appear throughout the weekend as part of the game's rotating habitats. On top of that, the game will offer a variety of bonuses, challenges, and more this weekend. To help get you up to speed, we've rounded up everything you need to know about Pokemon Go Fest 2026 below. In This Article Pokemon Go Fest 2026 ScheduleMega Mewtwo RaidsBest Mega Mewtwo X CountersBest Mega Mewtwo Y CountersZeraora Special ResearchRotating HabitatsJuly 11Stormfire PeaksAstral TidesDragonflight SummitJuly 12Earthforged DomainVerdant AnomalyTwilight BattlefieldBonuses Pokemon Go Fest 2026 Schedule This year's global Pokemon Go Fest takes place on July 10 and 11. The event kicks off each day at 10 AM local time and runs until 7 PM local time. Unlike previous Go Fests, which restricted access to certain content behind a paid ticket, this year's event will be completely free for all players. Anyone who logs in to the game during the event days will receive the Zeraora Special Research and be able to take advantage of the full slate of event bonuses, including increased odds of encountering shiny Pokemon. Mega Mewtwo Raids Making their debut during this year's Go Fest are Mewtwo's two Mega-Evolved forms: Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y. Each will appear as Super Mega Raid bosses throughout both days of the event, making this your first chance to battle them and earn Mewtwo Mega Energy. Like standard Mewtwo, Mega Mewtwo Y is a pure psychic Pokemon, so you can employ the same strategy when challenging one. Mega Mewtwo X, however, is a psychic/fighting type, so it will require a different approach than the other Mewtwo forms. Here are some recommended counters to help you topple the new Raid bosses: Best Mega Mewtwo X Counters Fairy PokemonTypeFast AttackCharged AttackMega GardevoirPsychic/FairyCharmDazzling GleamXerneasFairyGeomancyMoonblastTapu LelePsychic/FairyAstonishNature's MadnessCrowned Sword ZacianFairy/SteelMetal ClawPlay RoughEnamorusFairy/FlyingFairy WindDazzling Gleam Ghost PokemonTypeFast AttackCharged AttackGiratinaGhost/DragonShadow ClawShadow ForceChandelureGhost/FireHexShadow BallLunalaPsychic/GhostShadow ClawShadow BallDragapultDragon/GhostAstonishShadow BallGholdengoGhost/SteelHexShadow Ball Best Mega Mewtwo Y Counters Dark PokemonTypeFast AttackCharged AttackMega HoundoomFire/DarkSnarlFoul PlayMega TyranitarRock/DarkBiteBrutal SwingMega AbsolDarkSnarlBrutal SwingDarkraiDarkSnarlShadow BallHydreigonDragon/DarkBiteBrutal Swing Bug PokemonTypeFast AttackCharged AttackMega PinsirBug/FlyingFury CutterX-ScissorMega ScizorBug/SteelFury CutterX-ScissorEscavalierBug/SteelBug BiteMegahornVolcaronaBug/FireBug BiteBug BuzzGenesectBug/SteelFury CutterX-Scissor Zeraora Special Research In addition to Mewtwo's Mega forms, the mythical Zeraora officially arrives during this year's Go Fest.  The Thunderclap Pokemon will be the star of a new Special Research, which all players will receive upon logging in to the game during the event. Complete the Research's various tasks and you'll eventually unlock an encounter with Zeraora, making this your only way to get one so far in Pokemon Go. Like other Special Research stories, this questline does not expire, so you can take as long as you need to work your way through the tasks. As mentioned, however, you will need to log in to the game before Pokemon Go Fest ends to secure the Special Research. Rotating Habitats Like previous years, Pokemon Go Fest will feature several virtual "habitats" that will rotate every few hours. Depending upon which habitat is active, different types of Pokemon will spawn in the wild, and a different assortment of legendary and Mega Pokemon will appear in Gyms as Raid bosses. You can see the full habitat schedule, along with a list of Pokemon that will be available while each one is active, below: July 11 Stormfire Peaks Runs 10 AM to 1 PM local time Featured types Ice Electric Fire Five-star Raids Articuno Zapdos Moltres Raikou Entei Suicune Lugia Ho-Oh Mega Raids Mega Ampharos Mega Blaziken Mega Abomasnow Astral Tides Runs 1 PM to 4 PM local time Featured types Psychic Ghost Water Five-star Raids Uxie (Asia-Pacific region) Mesprit (Europe, Middle East, Africa, and India) Azelf (Americas and Greenland) Dialga Palkia Altered Forme Giratina Origin Forme Giratina Xerneas Yveltal Solgaleo Lunala Mega Raids Mega Alakazam Mega Gengar Mega Swampert Dragonflight Summit Runs 4 PM to 7 PM local time Featured types Flying Rock Dragon Five-star Raids Kyogre Groudon Rayquaza Reshiram Zekrom Kyurem Mega Raids Mega Pidgeot Mega Aerodactyl Mega Salamence July 12 Earthforged Domain Runs 10 AM to 1 PM local time Featured types Ground Steel Normal Five-star Raids Regirock Regice Registeel Origin Forme Dialga Origin Forme Palkia Heatran Regigigas Incarnate Forme Tornadus Therian Forme Tornadus Incarnate Forme Thundurus Therian Forme Thundurus Incarnate Forme Landorus Therian Forme Landorus Regieleki Regidrago Incarnate Forme Enamorus Therian Forme Enamorus Mega Raids Mega Metagross Mega Garchomp Mega Audino Verdant Anomaly Runs 1 PM to 4 PM local time Featured types Poison Bug Grass Five-star Raids Normal Forme Deoxys Attack Forme Deoxys Defense Forme Deoxys Speed Forme Deoxys Genesect Douse Drive Genesect Shock Drive Genesect Burn Drive Genesect Chill Drive Genesect Tapu Koko Tapu Lele Tapu Bulu Tapu Fini Nihilego Buzzwole (Americas and Greenland) Pheromosa (Europe, Middle East, Africa, and India Xurkitree (Asia-Pacific region) Celesteela (Southern Hemisphere) Kartana (Northern Hemisphere) Guzzlord Necrozma Stakataka (Eastern Hemisphere) Blacephalon (Western Hemisphere) Mega Raids Mega Beedrill Mega Pinsir Mega Sceptile Twilight Battlefield Runs 4 PM to 7 PM local time Featured types Dark Fairy Fighting Five-star Raids Latias Latios Cresselia Darkrai Cobalion Terrakion Virizion Zacian (Hero of Many Battles form) Zamazenta (Hero of Many Battles form) Mega Raids Mega Tyranitar Mega Gardevoir Mega Lucario Bonuses Like other events, a slew of bonuses will be active throughout Pokemon Go Fest 2026, including increased shiny rates and extra free Raid Passes. You can see the full list of bonuses below: Increased chance of encountering shiny Pokemon Lure Modules will last for one hour Incense will attract special Pokemon Different themed Field Research tasks will be available every hour Global Challenges will unlock additional bonuses and Ultra Unlock events Receive up to nine free Raid Passes per day by spinning the Photo Disc at Gyms Make up to six Special Trades Trades will cost 50 percent less Stardust Open up to 50 gifts each day Pokemon Go has plenty more events lined up this month beyond Go Fest 2026, including a special anniversary Pikachu celebration and a Super Mega Raid Day featuring both forms of Mega Raichu. You can see what else is happening in the game over the next few weeks in our July events roundup.

Title: Sam Neill, Jurassic Park's Dr. Alan Grant, has died aged 78 Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:01:32 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/sam-neill-death-jurassic-park-obsession-event-horizon/ New Zealand actor Sam Neill, best known for his role as paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park films, has died aged 78. The news was shared on Neill's Instagram account in a message attributed to Neill's "whānau," a Māori word meaning "extended family."

Title: Everything You Need To Know About The Palworld OCG Ready For Its Release Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:30:16 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/palworld-official-card-game-how-to-play-release-date/ This article was produced in collaboration with our sponsor, Bushiroad.

Title: Rick and Morty creator Dan Harmon still wants '100 years' of the show Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:00:17 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/adult-swim-rick-and-morty-future-seasons-interview/ Adult Swim celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, and Cartoon Network’s hub for adult animation is looking to build on its success with an eclectic mix of new shows like My Two Cars, Get Jiro!, and SuperMutant Magic Academy. But Cartoon Network president Michael Ouweleen told Polygon in an interview at Annecy Festival that a key part of his strategy is supporting long-running shows like Rick and Morty, which is currently airing its ninth season.

Title: Magic's Goblin Storm is back as controversial Secret Lair's art becomes available on Kickstarter Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:24:53 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/goblin-storm-secret-lair-wizard-of-barge-kickstarter-side-quest/ In May of this year, Wizards of the Coast released a Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair drop called Goblin Storm, consisting of a goblin Commander deck with art by popular artist and goblin fanatic Dakota Cates, aka Wizard of Barge. Unfortunately, the Secret Lair sold out immediately — as they tend to do — leading to a wave of disappointment from Cates' many fans who weren't able to get their hands on the coveted product.

Title: Underrated supernatural battle manga finally gets anime adaptation after 16 years Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:17:00 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/psyren-anime-crunchyroll-release-trailer-16-years/ Most of the time, the success of a manga leads to an anime adaptation being produced and released while the original work is still ongoing. Other times, fans have to wait for 16 long years before seeing their beloved characters come to life on a screen. This was the case for Toshiaki Iwashiro's Psyren, a mystery/supernatural manga that was serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump from 2007 to 2010. Despite good commercial success, with over 4 million copies sold, the series never received an anime adaptation until one was finally announced in 2025.

Title: Joyride Through July With 12 Games Coming to GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:00:23 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-july-2026-games-list/ Summer is heating up — and GeForce NOW is taking players along for the ride. Start the month with Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains, bringing a galaxy far, far away to the iconic board-game franchise, alongside 12 new games joining the cloud this month.  Plus, don’t let the sun set on the biggest GeForce NOW savings of the year. Level up for less before the deals disappear. Light Side, Dark Side, Cloud Side  The Force is strong with this one. Rule the board, you must. Choose a side in Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains, the classic property-trading board game reimagined with legendary characters, locations and rivalries from across the Star Wars universe. Play as iconic heroes or infamous villains — each with unique abilities — to assemble a team and experience cinematic moments while competing with family and friends across locations from every era of the saga. Every roll of the dice brings new opportunities to build an empire and claim victory. GeForce NOW makes it easy to take the battle between the light and dark sides across nearly any device. Jump into a match on a low-powered PC, Mac, phone, TV, tablet or handheld device and keep the fun going across the galaxy. Check out what’s available this week: Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains (New release on Steam and Ubisoft, available June 30) Meccha Chameleon (Steam) And look forward to the games coming throughout the month: Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced (New release on Steam and Ubisoft Connect, available July 9) Denshattack! (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass 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 July 17) ZeroSpace (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) The Ranchers (New release on Steam, available July 30) Corsair Cove (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass July 31) Juicy Extras From June In addition to the 18 games announced last month, 10 more came to the cloud.  Deer & Boy (Steam) DOOM Eternal (Epic Games Store) Embers of the Uncrowned Demo (Steam) EMPULSE (Steam) The Elder Scrolls Online (Xbox, available on Game Pass) NBA THE RUN (Steam) SAND: Raiders of Sophie (Steam) Voidling Bound (Steam) Witchspire (Steam) World of Tanks: HEAT (Wargaming) Last Call for Cloud Summer Savings The clock is ticking. Get gaming at the best price of the year. The final days of the GeForce NOW Summer Sale are here. Before the savings disappear, gamers can save $35 on a 12-month Performance membership or $70 on a 12-month Ultimate membership — unlocking GeForce RTX-powered gaming in the cloud across devices they already own. The Performance membership delivers smooth, high-quality gaming with RTX-powered servers, making it easy to jump into favorite titles across PCs, Macs, phones, handhelds and TVs. The Ultimate membership takes cloud gaming to the max with RTX 4080‑ or 5080‑class performance. Experience cinematic visuals, ultralow latency and responsive gameplay powered by technologies like NVIDIA DLSS, ray tracing and NVIDIA Reflex — all without the cost of a new gaming rig. Hear directly from the GeForce NOW Community. One GeForce NOW member recently called the Summer Sale “quite significant” after realizing the savings were even larger than expected in their local currency. By locking in a year of Ultimate, they calculated their monthly cost dropped from roughly 29 CAD to 17 CAD – showcasing how GeForce NOW continues to help gamers around the world enjoy the games they love, wherever they choose to play. Plus, check out this spreadsheet, made by a community member, featuring discounted games streaming on GeForce NOW  and build out a bigger library at the best bargains during the Steam Summer Sale. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: The Ultimate Summer Sale Pairing: Steam Sale Meets GeForce NOW Discounts Date: Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:00:34 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-steam-summer-sale-2026/ Summer savings are heating up. From the Steam Summer Sale to GeForce NOW membership discounts, this week’s GFN Thursday delivers double the deals and more ways to get the most value from cloud gaming. Plus, Dark Scrolls joins the growing Devolver lineup, alongside Square Enix’s The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales. They lead the charge for six new games joining the GeForce NOW library this week. Steam Dreams Are Made of These Add to cart, not to storage. The Steam Summer Sale is here, bringing discounts across thousands of PC games as one of the year’s biggest opportunities to grow a gaming library. Supported Steam games can be streamed across devices with GeForce NOW, making it easy to buy a game once, keep progress synced and pick up where the gameplay left off on PCs, Macs, handheld devices, phones, TVs and more. In other words, the Steam Summer Sale brings the deals; GeForce NOW adds the flexibility.  As new titles expand collections, storage demands and hardware requirements expand with them. GeForce NOW helps remove those barriers by streaming supported games from powerful GeForce RTX servers in the cloud, allowing members to enjoy today’s biggest games on devices they already own. Since downloads and installs are handled in the cloud, games can be added to the cart without being added to storage. Check out the “Sales & Special Offers” row in the GeForce NOW app to discover the discounts today. The Ultimate Upgrade to Level Up for Less The upgrade every game deserves. The deals don’t stop there. Pair GeForce NOW’s summer sale with the Steam Summer Sale to spend less time waiting on downloads, managing storage or needing pricey hardware upgrades — and more time gaming. Get $70 off a 12-month Ultimate membership or $35 off a 12-month Performance membership and experience GeForce RTX-powered gaming in the cloud across devices. The Ultimate membership unlocks GeForce RTX 4080- and 5080-class performance in the cloud with up to 4K resolution, up to 120 frames per second (fps) and advanced technologies like NVIDIA DLSS, ray tracing and NVIDIA Reflex. Dig Into Devolver Written in chaos. Dark Scrolls, the kinetic action roguelite from Devolver Digital, arrives on GeForce NOW with its blend of fast combat, evolving builds and unapologetic chaos. Set in a warped fantasy world that doesn’t take itself too seriously, players battle through shifting arenas packed with enemies, hazards and power-ups that can turn a run from fragile to unstoppable in seconds. Stack abilities, experiment with wild combinations and adapt on the fly as the game constantly raises the stakes — rewarding bold play as much as careful movement. On GeForce NOW, Dark Scrolls is ready the moment players are, streaming across devices with no downloads or setup required. It joins a growing lineup of Devolver Digital titles on the service — Cult of the Lamb, Hotline Miami, Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number, Inscryption, Enter the Gungeon and Ball x Pit — each delivering that distinct mix of style, surprise and controlled chaos, and just a click away with GeForce NOW. A Storybook Across Centuries The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales arrives on GeForce NOW, delivering a charming, narrative-driven adventure filled with mystery and discovery. With a hand-crafted world and a focus on exploration, it blends classic adventure gameplay with modern, character-driven storytelling. Follow Elliot — a curious traveler bound to a mysterious Millennium Core — as he’s pulled across eras in a journey that spans neon skylines, forgotten ruins and quiet villages on the edge of legend. Each era has its own rules and rhythms, with Elliot’s reactions and scribbled journal notes giving the story a warm, personal touch. Stream the cinematic-quality visuals and responsive gameplay with GeForce RTX power in the cloud for Ultimate members. Experience Elliot’s time-twisting journey in sharp detail across supported devices — no high-end rig, patches or paradox prep required. Just jump in and pick up from wherever the last chapter left off. In addition, members can look for the following: Dark Scrolls (New release on Steam, available June 22) SAND: Raiders of Sophie (New release on Steam, available June 22) Deer & Boy (New release on Steam, available June 23) EMPULSE (New release on Steam, available June 24) The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales (Steam) FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves (Steam) Leaving the last word to the Community Corner, one GeForce NOW member recently shared being “so impressed” by GeForce NOW. They gave the service a spin because of affordable pricing and took a lower-end PC from 20-30 fps on low settings to 60+ fps with settings maxed out — really putting the WoW in their World of Warcraft.  What are you planning to play this weekend? Maybe even more importantly, what device are you planning to play on? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: Sync and Stream: GeForce NOW Connects to Members’ Game Libraries Across Devices Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:32 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-game-stores/ Play favorite titles from popular game libraries, keep progress synced and jump back into gaming sessions on virtually any device. That’s the power of GeForce NOW cloud gaming. From providing access to members’ favorite game libraries to offering some of the season’s best membership pricing, GeForce NOW is making it easier than ever to get more from the cloud this summer. Plus, check out the seven new games arriving in the GeForce NOW library this week. Hit Play Across Top Game Stores That’s a whole lotta ways to play. Whether it’s blockbuster franchises, competitive shooters, sprawling role-playing games (RPGs) or indie gems, GeForce NOW supports thousands of games from leading PC game stores, making it easy to bring existing game libraries to the cloud. Connect supported game store accounts and stream titles with GeForce RTX power. Games that include cloud-save functionality help keep progress intact across devices. Start a game on one screen, pick up where playtime left off on another and spend less time managing installs and storage space. Jump into fan favorites like Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt streaming through GOG. These sci-fi and fantasy favorites support cloud saves, making it easy to continue where play left off. GOG single sign-on and game library syncing — coming this summer — will make that process even smoother. Explore ancient mysteries in the Assassin’s Creed franchise or team up for tactical action in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege through Ubisoft+, delivering iconic worlds and competitive experiences to the cloud.  Whether joining massive, all-in combat in Battlefield 6 or shaping the fate of Thedas with compelling companions in Dragon Age: The Veilguard, the EA app offers action-packed experiences and beloved RPGs. Find them in the GeForce NOW app by simply searching and filtering by store. Choose the Screen, Keep the Adventure Gaming doesn’t always happen at a desk — community members are sharing how GeForce NOW lets them play across their favorite devices. GeForce NOW Ambassador and cloud gaming creator Anytime Anywhere Gaming recently showcased Dead as Disco — a PC title without a native mobile version — running on an iPhone through the cloud. As he put it: “One of the coolest benefits of GeForce NOW is I can take the same copy of the game I own on Steam and carry it to my iPhone … it’s super awesome being able to play a game on a multitude of devices without having to buy it again.” That flexibility extends beyond mobile. One GeForce NOW member on Reddit shared being “blown away” by the experience of playing on Mac through the cloud, highlighting how GeForce RTX-powered gaming can be enjoyed across devices, no upgrades required. Whether via phone on the go, on a MacBook between work meetings or on a TV in the living room, GeForce NOW helps make PC gaming accessible across nearly every screen. Upgrade and Unlock More This Summer Summer lovin’, havin’ a sale. For a limited time, annual memberships are available at the best prices of the year: $35 off a 12-month Performance membership $70 off a 12-month Ultimate membership Performance memberships deliver high-quality cloud gaming across devices, while Ultimate unlocks GeForce RTX 5080-class performance in the cloud with up to 5K resolution, up to 120 frames per second and advanced technologies like NVIDIA DLSS, ray tracing and NVIDIA Reflex. Pair these special prices with thousands of supported games across top PC game stores. Plus, with GeForce NOW, spend less time downloading, upgrading hardware and managing storage — and more time gaming. New on the Cloud  In addition, members can look for the following: Embers of the Uncrowned Demo (New release on Steam, available June 13) Pro Cycling Manager 26 (New release on Steam, available June 15) Aphelion (Steam) Citizen Sleeper (Epic Game Store, free from June 18-25) Megastore Simulator (Steam) OPERATOR (Steam) Super Meat Boy 3D (Xbox, available on Game Pass) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: Save Big and Play Bigger: GeForce NOW Summer Sale Brings Major Membership Savings Date: Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:00:17 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-summer-sale-2026/ The GeForce NOW summer sale kicked off today with limited-time savings of up to $70 off a 12-month membership, making now the perfect time to upgrade to get the best of the cloud and see just how far Ultimate gaming can go. PC gamers are driven by one thing: the love of the game. But getting there can be complicated — setups take space, hardware takes planning and downloads take time. GeForce NOW removes the barriers and delivers instant access to games, high-performance GeForce RTX power in the cloud and the ability to play across nearly any device — all with one membership. Regular upgrades and new features continue to expand the experience, building the value of that membership over time.  Plus, GeForce NOW is always delivering new games — including epic adventures across Tyria. Guild Wars 3 is coming to GeForce NOW, bringing its next-generation massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) experience to the cloud at launch. While awaiting its arrival, the journey begins today with Guild Wars 2 and Guild Wars Reforged, along with limited-time exclusive rewards. Instantly Elevate Every Device PC gaming demands more from players than ever. Bigger game files and more frequent updates can turn the urge to play into a long list of to-dos. GeForce NOW streamlines that experience. Installs, patches and updates are handled in the cloud, so games are ready to launch in just a click. Time that would’ve been spent waiting on progress bars can go back into playtime, making it easier to fit gaming into quick breaks on busy days. High-performance NVIDIA GPUs in the cloud means access to always-ready GeForce RTX performance without having to purchase new hardware. Members can tap into powerful servers that meet rising game requirements and keep pace with today’s games. And memberships continue to improve with platform upgrades — like the free Ultimate upgrade to the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture — extending their value, as well as the life of gamers’ devices, over time. All of the gaming. Laptops, phones, tablets and TVs — devices most gamers have at home and already use for school, work and everyday life — can all act as gaming screens. Streaming means not having to worry about hard drive space for installs and updates, or needing the latest devices.  Level up playing on Linux. These benefits are reinforced by continuous quality-of-life improvements like smoother sign-ins, new platforms — like Linux and Amazon Fire TV — and refinements that make it faster and easier to get into a gaming session. Together, these benefits make GeForce NOW the easiest way to enjoy PC gaming both instantly and over time, while keeping the focus on what matters most to gamers: getting into the game. The Biggest Gaming Upgrade, the Best Price of the Year Sale-ing into summer with huge savings. For a limited time this summer, GeForce NOW memberships are available at some of the year’s best pricing — with major savings on 12-month memberships: $35 off a 12-month Performance membership $70 off a 12-month Ultimate membership The Performance membership delivers smooth, high-quality cloud gaming across devices, with streaming up to 1080p at 60 frames per second (fps) and access to RTX-powered servers for supported games. The Ultimate membership steps things up with RTX 4080‑ or 5080‑class performance in the cloud, supporting up to 4K and beyond on ultrawide displays, up to 120 fps, and advanced features like ray tracing, NVIDIA DLSS and NVIDIA Reflex for a more responsive, visually rich experience. These limited-time discounts won’t last long — beat the heat and jump into GeForce NOW.  A New Legend Rises One of the best things about the cloud is that every week, new games become available to stream — including new AAA games at launch and the latest content and rewards.  The land of Orr awaits. Guild Wars 3 marks the next adventure in Tyria — an action-adventure MMORPG where fluid combat, deep character building and a living world of magic and mystery shape every journey. Alliances are forged, spirits awaken and every step forward leaves a lasting mark on an untamed frontier. Be among the first to raise the banner. Gamers can add Guild Wars 3 to their wishlist today and stay up to date on every reveal as it marches toward launch. While the next chapter in Tyria prepares to unfold, its legacy is ready to be played today. Return to adventure in Guild Wars 2 and Guild Wars Reforged, and unlock exclusive in-game rewards for a limited time — available for GeForce NOW Premium members today through Saturday, July 11, and free to all members beginning Friday, June 12. Be on the lookout for an email with codes to redeem.  In Guild Wars 2, the “Masterpiece Emote Tome” turns every victory into a moment of flair — a chef’s kiss to triumph. Start playing by applying the code through an ArenaNet account or during account creation, then log in to access the emote. In Guild Wars Reforged, the “Vision of Lyssa” costume brings elegance and illusion to life and includes an account upgrade. Inspired by the twin goddess, this striking ensemble can be worn over any armor. Redeem by adding the code in game, then visit a Costume Maker NPC to claim the reward. But Wait, There’s More Duet Night Abyss from Hero Games makes a splash on GeForce NOW, plunging players into a submerged world where survival is shared. Control a synchronized duo tethered by fragile oxygen lines, navigate glowing reefs, drowned ruins and shadowy chasms where every move demands trust and timing. The game’s moody visuals and tense, cooperative focus give each dive the feel of a playable deep-sea thriller. GeForce NOW is kicking off a new Community Corner for the summer, spotlighting stories and creations from members across the globe. This week, a community story takes the spotlight as a Linux gamer on Reddit shares how GFN has helped them with accessibility gaming, saving storage space on massive titles and minimizing upgrades. In addition, members can look for the following: NBA THE RUN (New release on Steam, available on June 9) Witchspire (New release on Steam, available on June 10) SpaceCraft (New release on Steam, available on June 11) Duet Night Abyss (Launcher) DOOM Eternal (Epic Games Store) The Elder Scrolls Online (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Farever (Steam) World of Tanks: HEAT (Wargaming) Finally, Pro Cycling Manager 26 is now scheduled to launch on Monday, June 15, and Denshattack! is now expected to launch on Wednesday, July 15.  What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: NVIDIA, KRAFTON, NC and Reigning ‘League of Legends’ Champions T1 Celebrate RTX Spark at Korea’s PC Bangs Date: Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:00:15 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/krafton-nc-t1-korea-gaming-pc-bang-rtx-spark/ At GTC Taipei at COMPUTEX last week, NVIDIA unveiled RTX Spark, the superchip that reinvents Windows PCs for the era of personal AI agents. On the heels of this announcement, NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang headed to South Korea, where he introduced RTX Spark to the nation’s passionate gaming community. Leading game developers — including Korea’s KRAFTON and NC — are already working to bring their titles to RTX Spark-powered systems.  Designed for local AI, creating and gaming, RTX Spark brings together 30 years of NVIDIA innovation to slim Windows laptops with all-day battery life and small, ultraefficient desktop PCs.  With the superchip, gamers can play AAA games at 1440p resolution and over 100 frames per second with NVIDIA ray tracing, DLSS and Reflex technologies. In addition, RTX Spark supports all NVIDIA RTX technologies, including the recently announced DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction, which features a second-generation transformer model for realistic image quality.  RTX Spark Ignites Korea’s Gaming Community Korea has played a major role in spearheading esports and driving the boom in PC bangs, or internet and gaming cafes. With longstanding collaborations rooted in the country, NVIDIA in October celebrated 25 years of GeForce in Korea with a free festival for gamers, highlighting the rich gaming ecosystem that has been built over decades.    On Friday, Huang headed to T1 Base Camp — a PC bang owned by T1, one of Korea’s top esports teams. There, he met with T1’s reigning League of Legends World Champion team, including six-time World Champion Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok to unveil RTX Spark.  NVIDIA and Riot Games — developer of League of Legends — are collaborating to bring the title as well as VALORANT to RTX Spark, expanding gamers’ access to high-performance gaming on slim laptops.  To mark the occasion, T1 Base Camp attendees had the chance to win RTX Spark laptops, League of Legends and T1 merch signed by Huang and Faker, as well as GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs.  Surprising PC-Bang Gamers  Later, Huang headed to Seoul’s Gangnam district, where he surprised PC-bang gamers with a first look at RTX Spark with KRAFTON and NC.  At the first stop, Optimum Zone PC, Huang and KRAFTON Chairman Byung-gyu Chang showcased PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS and Subnautica 2 on RTX Spark to a captivated crowd of gamers.  Gamers then got the surprise chance to play with the unreleased PUBG Ally, a co-playable character built with NVIDIA ACE technologies on RTX Spark laptops. PUBG Ally resulted from AI research and development at KRAFTON and NVIDIA, part of an initiative to create next-generation game characters that act like teammates and enable more meaningful, immersive engagements with players. Next, Huang stopped at another PC bang, Portal PC, where he showcased NC’s CINDER CITY and AION 2 on RTX Spark, with support from Taekjin Kim, co-CEO of NC.  NC and NVIDIA began working together in the early 2000s on the Lineage franchise and have since collaborated to integrate RTX technology into many of NC’s flagship games, including Lineage 2, AION, Blade & Soul, AION 2 and CINDER CITY.  Gamers at Portal PC were given the chance to play a demo of NC’s highly anticipated open-world massively multiplayer online tactical shooter CINDER CITY on GeForce RTX-powered PCs.   CINDER CITY will support the DLSS 4.5 Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and Super Resolution features at launch. Plus, gamers will be able to experience the title on slim RTX Spark laptops and compact desktops when the game is released later this year.  In addition to KRAFTON, NC, and Riot Games, 100+ Windows software providers and game developers are embracing RTX Spark. These partners include NetEase, Remedy Entertainment and XBOX.  Learn more about RTX Spark and its launch partners.

Title: Share of the Week: Portraits Date: Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:00:05 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/07/10/share-of-the-week-portraits-2/ Last week, we asked you share portraits from the game of your choice using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights: Cog_VP shares Aloy resting in the grass in Horizon Zero Dawn ​​ call_me_xavii shares a portrait of Bond in 007 First Light artenpixels_ shares a black and white portrait of Alicia in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 JAA_PhMode_0510 shares Jackie striking a pose in Cyberpunk 2077 Falconswift87 shares Kratos in the snow of God of War Ragnarök themarkplumb shares a lantern-lit portrait from Red Dead Redemption 2 Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme, or be inspired by other great games featuring Photo Mode. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week? THEME: SunSUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on July 15, 2026  Next week, share moments in the sun from the game of your choice. Use #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.

Title: Get ready for PlayStation at Comic-Con 2026 in San Diego Date: Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:01:01 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/07/09/get-ready-for-playstation-at-comic-con-2026-in-san-diego/ Comic-Con 2026 is nearly here, and PlayStation is gearing up with a full slate of panels and activities. If you’re joining us down in sunny San Diego, we’ve gathered details on everything you need to know. For those that won’t be there in person, don’t worry – we’ll keep you updated on any announcements here at PlayStation Blog.   Comic-Con 2026 panel schedule Marvel’s Wolverine – Deep Cuts  Thursday, July 23, 2026 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM PT Room: Hall H We’re not just scratching the surface; we’re cutting through it. Insomniac Games’ Creative Director Marcus Smith, Game Director Mike Daly, Narrative Director Walt Williams, and Sr. Project Director Jess Reiner-Reed are joined by actors Liam McIntyre (Wolverine) and Krizia Bajos (Jean Grey), along with Executive Producer Eric Monacelli from Marvel Games to unveil exciting new details from the highly anticipated Marvel’s Wolverine, releasing on September 15 on PlayStation 5 consoles. Moderated by media personality, Naomi Kyle, the panel will offer a behind-the-scenes look into the game’s story, characters, and exclusive never-before-seen content.    MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls — Behind the Battle  Thursday, July 23, 2026 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM PT Room: Hall H Step into the arena with MARVEL Tokōn: Fighting Souls. Moderated by fighting game commentator and streamer Sajam, Game Producer Takeshi Yamanaka (Arc System Works), Localization Director Amber Seitz (Arc System Works), and Senior Product Development Manager Michael Francisco (Marvel Games) take you inside the making of the game and the creation of MARVEL Tokōn’s place in the Marvel Universe. The development team is joined by Mike Deodato (Marvel Comics artist and Knights of Doom illustrator) and voice actor Josh Keaton (Iron Man and Spider-Man) to showcase behind-the scenes-looks, and surprise announcements you won’t want to miss.  God of War Laufey – Forging God of War’s Next Heroes  Friday, July 24, 2026 5:30 – 6:30 PM PT Room: Ballroom 20 God of War Laufey Game Director Ariel Lawrence and Santa Monica Studio Head of Creative Cory Barlog lead an in-depth conversation with the cast including Deborah Ann Woll (Laufey), Chris Judge (Kratos), Jack Quaid (Phranque), and Perlina Lau (Rue) for the first time since the game’s reveal. Panelists will share new details about the heroes of God of War Laufey, including behind-the-scenes insights from development and the performance capture that brings each character to life.  Around the convention corner From July 23-26 on the San Diego Convention Center show floor, fans will have a chance to sink their claws into the Marvel Booth (Booth #2329), where players can drop in for a Marvel’s Wolverine photo opp and walk away with giveaway items like Marvel’s Wolverine Claws and a copy of the Marvel’s Wolverine Prequel Comic written by Narrative Director Walt Williams while supplies last.  While traveling around the convention center and downtown area, be on the lookout for the Marvel’s Wolverine wrapped San Diego Trolley. Players can head to the Omni Hotel Lawn to cool down with a Madripoor Sunrise Slushie and take a photo alongside a looming Proto-Sentinel Head, before grabbing Marvel’s Wolverine Claws.  Fighting game fans can head to the San Diego Ballroom of the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina for a chance to play MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls, and take pictures with Doctor Doom and Storm statues.  See you in San Diego, then check back here after the show – we’ll be updating with full recordings of the panels!

Title: The Blood of Dawnwalker: unique time-driven quest system and player choice detailed Date: Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:01:28 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/07/07/the-blood-of-dawnwalker-unique-time-driven-quest-system-and-player-choice-detailed/ The world has gotten very small for you and your family, Coen. It was never a grand world to begin with, tied as you all were to your farm in the tiny village of Laslea, but with the arrival of the plague, your sister’s illness, and then the vampires, it has shrunk even further. When you wake up, it’s the day of the Blood Mass for Laslea. Tonight, the vampires, the vrakhiri, will arrive to collect the oblation of their livestock. Every adult in the village must attend and give of their blood to sustain their rulers, Brencis and his clique. It is known. It is normal. Shockingly, it’s becoming more normal every day as the hope of change or salvation withers among the people of Vale Sangora. Not everyone is cut out for this new normal. Your mother is barely able to hold herself upright under the weight of her fear. Your father, pulled in two directions by his family and his past, has become grim and hard. Your siblings are struggling to understand everything happening around them. And you, Coen, a young man in your prime, are stuck staring down a long future of being bled every fortnight, little hope for anything other than the life of cattle. Is it any wonder some say it’s the end of the world? And yet, the daily concerns of life must go on. Your mother is in no condition to attend the Blood Mass tonight and if she is not present, your family and maybe the entire village will suffer. The gates are guarded by Knyaz Brencis’s men – no one will be permitted to leave until the offering is extracted. Between dawn and sunset, the day is divided into 8 parts. You must use that time to find a solution. So, you wander the sunny dirt paths of Laslea. Somehow, in spite of the clamp of the vrakhiri around your neck, even in this tiny village, the possibilities are endless. You could decide to go directly to Anca, the local herbalist, and ask for medicine for your mother and wind up spending most of the day reading Latin, soaking up every moment you can in her presence. You could punch one of the Uriash, gigantic ram-like warriors occupying the village at Brencis’ command in an attempt to burst the boils of rage festering in your heart. You could go looking for an escaped pig or a lost neighbor, you could save the weaver by searching for a stolen tapestry commissioned by the vrakhiri, you could beat an upstart boy for insulting you, you could even uncover the start of a revolution against the vampires… but you may not be able to do it all. You see, as long as you are wandering, watching, listening, never intervening, the sun will stay high in the sky. The Blood Mass will not arrive. The day will never turn to night. To move time forward, you will have to choose. So you wander. You speak to an old woman weeping by an unearthed grave. You confront the man who lurks by the river. You ask your sister about the dark dreams that jolt you awake at night. You practice your sword skills on the animals in the woods. And, in your own time, you choose how your day unfolds. Yet it is quickly made clear to you that some choices are out of your hands. There is no combination of actions and words at Coen’s disposal that can stop the Blood Mass once the sun sets. Some events have their own tides that cannot be resisted. Everyone has their own free will and no matter how earnestly you try, you can’t control the power of grief, of fear, of revenge. The Blood Mass goes poorly. Decisions are made by you and your family that cannot be taken back, and deep in the night, you wake up in the bowels of Laslea’s silver mine with a strange new hunger. You are no longer fully human. The wrath of the vrakhiri at the defiance of Laslea has chosen you as its scion. Brencis picked you to turn into one of his own, a familiar face to destroy your friends and neighbors as one more twist of the knife. The surviving villagers, including your father, mother, and siblings, will be made a sacrifice to his coronation in 30 days. Your family has been crammed into the darkness of a cell, your existence squeezed down into the palm of Brencis’ hand. And yet. As the village burns, as the sun rises, you are given a new choice. All is not lost. The light of the sun does not burn you, sear your flesh. Not even the vrakhiri could control this. In that moment, the world opens up, the shackles fall away. For you now have all the power and ferocity of a vampire, but all the feelings and connections of a human. You have something denied to you for so long: the ability to choose. As you step out of the remains of your home, your village, the whole of Vale Sangora lays before you. There is a sword at your side. Your arm still aches from the magic runes Anca carved into your skin. The taste of copper lingers in the back of your throat. You realize that, with enough blood and rage, you could rip this valley from the vrakhiri’s claws and feast upon its riches yourself. You could join the revolution, save your family and dispose of the vrakhiri. You could wash your hands of the entire affair and pursue whatever pleasures the next moment offers you. You are a unique thing, Dawnwalker, and no one will ever write a future quite like yours. A new day is beginning; how will you spend it? The Blood of Dawnwalker rises on PlayStation 5 this September 3, 2026.

Title: (For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: June 2026’s top downloads Date: Mon, 06 Jul 2026 03:51:35 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/07/05/20260706-top/ It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts. In June, Sports games (NBA 2k26 and EA SPORTS FC 26) and DAVE THE DIVER from South Korea studio topped Asia charts while creepy, empty spaces took over the charts as Escape the Backrooms topped the charts in US/Canada.   Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month? PS5 Games US/CanadaAsiaEscape the BackroomsNBA 2K26007 First LightEA SPORTS FC 26UFC 6DAVE THE DIVEREA SPORTS FC 26007 First LightNBA 2K26Resident Evil 4MinecraftForza Horizon 5NBA THE RUNFINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTHGrand Theft Auto VIt Takes TwoLEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark KnightThe Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium TalesMLB The Show 26Ghost of YōteiCall of Duty: Black Ops 7UFC 6Forza Horizon 5Grand Theft Auto VResident Evil 4The Witcher 3: Wild HuntGhost of YōteiTEKKEN 8Mortal Kombat 1FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice ChroniclesFINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTHMoving Out 2ARK: Survival AscendedSplit FictionStar Wars Jedi: SurvivorGran Turismo 7Ready or NotCONTROL Ultimate EditionPoppy Playtime: Chapter 5Hogwarts Legacy *Naming of products may differ between regions *Upgrades not included PS4 Games US/CanadaAsiaRed Dead Redemption 2Red Dead Redemption 2Gang BeastsBlasphemousBatman: Arkham KnightUNCHARTED: The Nathan Drake CollectionSTAR WARS Battlefront IICall of Duty: WWIICall of Duty: Black Ops IIIShadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive EditionNeed for Speed HeatEA SPORTS FC 26MinecraftWatch Dogs 2CupheadSEKIRO: SHADOWS DIE TWICEUNCHARTED The Nathan Drake CollectionNeed for Speed HeatLEGO Marvel Super HeroesNBA 2K26The ForestGod of War III RemasteredEA SPORTS FC 26A Way OutResident Evil 6Resident Evil 6Call of Duty: WWIITomb Raider: Definitive EditionGod of WarRise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year CelebrationGrand Theft Auto VDying LightRESIDENT EVIL 5Minecraft DungeonsA Way OutDetroit: Become HumanNBA 2K26Grand Theft Auto VBlasphemousLEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2 *Naming of products may differ between regions PS VR2 Games* US/CanadaAsiaI Am CatBeat SaberBeat SaberMoss II VRAmong Us 3D: VRArizona Sunshine VR 2Job SimulatorGun Club VRArizona Sunshine VR 2Angry Birds VR: Isle of PigsEscape – Backrooms Horror VRMetro AwakeningSynapseArizona Sunshine VR RemakeMetro AwakeningHorizon Call of the MountainArizona Sunshine VR RemakeCrossfire: Sierra SquadGORN 2Subside *PlayStation Store purchases only. Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not included Free to Play (PS5 + PS4) US/CanadaAsiaFortniteeFootballRobloxNTE: Neverness to EvernessCall of Duty: WarzoneRobloxRocket LeagueWhere Winds Meet (F2P)Marvel RivalsDelta Force (F2P)Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free AccessAsphalt LegendsApex LegendsPUBG: BATTLEGROUNDSFall GuysGenshin ImpactAsphalt LegendsWuthering Waves × CyberpunkeFootballFall Guys

Title: Share of the Week: Sparks Date: Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:00:20 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/07/03/share-of-the-week-sparks/ Last week, we asked you to share sparks and fireworks using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights: ​​ call_me_xavii shares Sam taking in spinning fireworks in Death Stranding 2: On The Beach JAA_PhMode_0510 shares some use of spark bokeh in Cyberpunk 2077 Couch_Gamer2k23 shares Arjun dodging blue orbs and sparks in Saros RhodWulfLeon shares Cal surrounded by sparks as he fights in Star Wars Jedi Survivor Taser9001 shares Cloud fighting a mech surrounded by sparks in Final Fantasy VII Remake ​​ 4mllr shares Stacy and the gang taking in fireworks in Mixtape Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme, or be inspired by other great games featuring Photo Mode. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week? THEME: PortraitsSUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on July 8, 2026  Next week, zoom in on your favorite characters and share detailed portraits from the game of your choice. Use #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.

Title: Obsidian still have "the same DNA" that went into New Vegas and KOTOR 2, The Outer Worlds 2 director insists, following chatter around layoffs Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:16:11 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/obsidian-still-have-the-same-dna-that-went-into-new-vegas-and-kotor-2-the-outer-worlds-2-director-insists-following-chatter-around-layoffs Last week, Avowed and The Outer Worlds 2 developers Obsidian lost around quarter of their staff to Microsoft's mass layoffs. The studio were subsequently reported to be pivoting to start work on a new Fallout game helmed by New Vegas director Josh Sawyer, with a sequel to Avowed all but canned in the process. Cue, naturally, people like me discussing what sort of game the shift towards a new Fallout all these years after New Vegas could result in, and also some voices declaring that Obsidian just aren't as good as they used to be. Outer Worlds 2 director Brandon Adler, naturally, disagrees with the latter group of loudmouths. Read more

Title: This week in PC games: vert-ramping trains, a retold murder mystery, and Cthulhu’s new gig as an AI Director Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:39:30 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/this-week-in-pc-games-vert-ramping-trains-a-retold-murder-mystery-and-cthulhus-new-gig-as-an-ai-director Merry Monday, readers. Edwin’s been struck down by a post-TennoCon lurgy, and we were only too happy to allow him some rest, provided he file his Soulframe and Warframe: Tau stories before collapsing into a feverish heap. We even agreed to feed the Maw in his absence, albeit without reaching a similar accord on responsibility for the litter tray. Thus: new PC games this week. Here are some of them. Read more

Title: Baldur's Gate 3's Astarion gets an extra ending cutscene, made by a modder keen not to finish up on a rather awkward note Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:57:37 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/baldurs-gate-3s-astarion-gets-an-extra-ending-cutscene-made-by-a-modder-keen-not-to-finish-up-on-a-rather-awkward-note Warning: Spoilers for Baldur's Gate 3 lie ahead. Shagging Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3 might say various things about your taste in blokes, but it's understandably the way a lot of folks go. Not everyone's got the nerve to admit that they want to cast some spells with Gale's other wand. Anyway, a veteran BG3 modder's now come to the aid of those who reckon one of the white-haired fang lad's endings concludes a bit too abruptly for their liking, and without enough final hugs. Read more

Title: "An oversight we deeply regret": Games Done Quick cancel SNK-sponsored stream following backlash over studio's Saudi Arabian ownership Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:20:38 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/an-oversight-we-deeply-regret-games-done-quick-cancel-snk-sponsored-stream-following-backlash-over-studios-saudi-arabian-ownership Games Done Quick, the speedrunning organisation behind events like Games Done Queer and the yearly Summer Games Done Quick, have cancelled a stream sponsored by Metal Slug developers SNK following backlash to the fighting game studio being majority owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. Games Done Quick apologised for the "oversight", and wrote that they "failed to conduct the level of review" they should have when deciding whether to accept the sponsorship deal. Read more

Title: The Sunday Papers Date: Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-sunday-papers-818 Sundays are for waking up before the sun and getting a bike ride in before the tarmac gets hot enough to cook an egg. Any sensible person would skip the bike ride altogether, but I, a nonsensical person, have agreed to a ride across the country at the end of the month and I'm currently not able to manage 40 miles a day, let alone a hundred. So, I have to get them gains. Still, should I get back home unsizzled by this heatwave sun, I can celebrate with a tarmac-fried egg and lazy perusal of some of this week's best gaming (and non-gaming) reads. Read more