Game Releases

Beast of Reincarnation pre-orders are open across Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox ahead of its August 4, 2026 launch. See editions and pre-order bonuses.

Corsair Cove could bring the current pirate craze sparked by Windrose into the city-building genre. The game already looked promising when it was first announced – and the first reviews continue to fuel optimism.

Former Nintendo of America employees Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang praised the integrity of leaders including Satoru Iwata and Shuntaro Furukawa, as well as the company’s emphasis on job security. However, they criticized Nintendo’s demanding pace, poor work-life balance, limited opportunities for advancement, and repetitive roles.

A fan-made recompilation brings the 1999 PlayStation cult classic Pepsiman to modern browsers, running natively at 60 FPS through WebAssembly for users with legally obtained game files. The release adds widescreen support, visual fixes, browser saves, offline play, and leaderboards, though compatibility issues remain on some browsers and mobile devices.

Capcom says high-quality Resident Evil remakes sustain annual releases while generating resources for new installments and original IPs such as Pragmata. Producer Masachika Kawata added that the company is prioritizing projects like Requiem and future remakes over spin-offs, with a Code Veronica reimagining reportedly planned for 2027.

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls hits PS5 and PC on August 6, 2026, bringing a shared-health 4v4 tag system, a 20-character roster, and a story mode written by comic veteran Kieron Gillen.

With a user score that briefly reached 9.4, Splatoon Raiders even outperformed beloved Zelda and Pokémon classics on Metacritic. While players are praising its addictive gameplay loop, critics have been considerably less enthusiastic.

Kadokawa has announced a new free-to-play Konosuba 3D RPG coming to PC and mobile in 2026, featuring an all-new original story overseen by Natsume Akatsuki.

Leaker Dusk Golem claims Capcom is planning a major story expansion for the Resident Evil Veronica remake, arriving around 2028 after Requiem's own DLC.

Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser says studios should offer physical releases when players demand them, even as the industry increasingly shifts toward digital distribution. While acknowledging the convenience of downloads and updates, Houser maintains an affection for physical media and the sense of ownership it provides.

Insomniac Games' latest Marvel's Wolverine story trailer was supposed to get fans talking about Logan's brutal journey, Lady Deathstrike, and the game's September release. Instead, much of the conversation has shifted toward Sony's controversial move away from physical media, with perhaps their last physical disc release becoming the centerpiece of the debate.

Cygames' Endless Ragnarok expansion delivers a full-scale upgrade to Granblue Fantasy: Relink, with new bosses, a roguelite mode, and deeper progression.

Square Enix has set a December 3, 2026 release date for Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World across PS5, Xbox, Switch, Switch 2, and PC.

Sony and Santa Monica Studio confirmed at SDCC 2026 that God of War Laufey launches February 16, 2027 on PS5, with a Kratos-led sequel already in the works.

Cory Barlog confirmed that Santa Monica Studio is developing a new mainline God of War game featuring Kratos, with its story directly connected to the upcoming God of War: Laufey. Set for release on February 16, 2027, Laufey will expand the series’ lore and lay the groundwork for Kratos’ next adventure.

Palworld’s 1.0 launch drew nearly one million concurrent Steam players and sold an estimated 1.8 million copies in its first 10 days. Lifetime sales have now surpassed 30 million, generating nearly $700 million in gross revenue as the expanded release maintains a 93% positive Steam rating.

Xenoblade Chronicles 2's Nintendo Switch 2 Edition arrives digitally July 30, 2026, adding 4K/60fps, the MOMO Blade, Merc Assault mode, and amiibo support.

Codename CURE II delivers a gameplay experience reminiscent of Left 4 Dead, but with modern visuals and technology – and it's completely free to play. So far, the game has been well received on Steam.

Tactical strategy RPG Brigandine: Abyss hits Switch 2, PS5, and PC in August 2026. Explore gameplay features, campaign details, and release dates.

Infinity Nikki's Version 2.8 "Golden Dust" update adds the White Night's Ballet 5-star outfit, featuring the Spinning Reflections wall-climbing ability and Brightnight Mirror Realm co-op mechanics.

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game pits Aang, Korra and other fan-favorite characters from Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra against each other in Street Fighter-style 2D battles. While critics have praised the combat system, the game's accessibility and overall amount of content have drawn criticism.

Freshly released Dinoblade puts players in control of a dinosaur wielding a massive greatsword in its jaws while delivering classic Soulslike combat. Judging by its 89% positive Steam rating and its No. 1 ranking in Steam's charts, the formula appears to be a hit with players.

A new open-world action RPG is drawing obvious comparisons to Genshin Impact while earning a Very Positive reception on Steam. Its $30 price tag and lack of character gacha are only part of the story, with a sprawling open world, 19 playable characters, combo-heavy combat, and optional co-op also on offer.

HoYoverse brings Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, Zenless Zone Zero, and Gamescom debuts of Honkai: Nexus Anima and Petit Planet to Cologne, August 26-30.

Tears of Metal has only just entered Early Access on Steam, yet within a day of release it had already amassed more than 300 Very Positive reviews and secured a spot in Steam's Top 10. Much of that success appears to come down to its compelling blend of genres.

Frogwares launches The Sinking City 2 on August 18. Explore flooded 1920s Arkham, resource-lean combat, pre-order editions, and the free Steam demo.

Game Freak’s Beast of Reincarnation launches August 4 on PC, PS5, Xbox, and Game Pass. Explore its hybrid combat, real-time biomes, and companion mechanics

Genshin Impact skips 6.8 for Version 7.0 on August 12. Explore the frozen nation of Snezhnaya, new 5-star Odette, train networks, and Archon Quest updates.

A solo modder has released Gears of War 2: Hollow, an unofficial native PC port offering the full campaign, co-op, Horde, multiplayer, DLC, uncapped frame rates, and resolutions up to 4K. Built from a leaked 2008 developer version, the community project can exceed 200 FPS but retains some lighting glitches and untested online features.

Dark fantasy extraction ARPG Mistfall Hunter launches July 29 on PC, PS5, and Xbox. Get details on release times, pricing, classes, and Deluxe Edition rewards.

Neverness to Everness Version 1.2 Phase 2 launches July 29. Get details on S-Class Anima healer Iroi, her banner release, new events, and Version 1.3 updates.

Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.1 arrives July 29 with a free S-Rank Agent selector, new Lumiflux character Remielle Dan, Xbox PC support, and QoL upgrades.

Tales of Eternia Remastered hits consoles and PC on October 16. Explore PS5 and Switch 2 physical release details, updated 2D combat, and retro visual options.

Disgaea Mayhem launches July 23 on PS5, Switch, Switch 2, and PC. Explore new real-time combat, demo details, and story in NIS America's action RPG spin-off.

Go-Go Town! recently launched on Steam, boasts a 93% positive rating and is currently ranked among the top entries in the SteamDB charts. Its success, however, isn't just down to its cozy atmosphere.

Mario Kart Wiicompiled will bring a native 60 FPS PC port of Mario Kart Wii with online play and optional support for more than 200 Retro Rewind tracks. Set for a beta release in August, the fan project has drawn both praise and criticism after its developer disclosed that they used AI for coding assistance.

Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble opens global pre-registration on iOS and Android. Here are the latest details on gameplay, characters, and the rumored launch date.

RPCS3 now runs 75% of tracked PlayStation 3 games with playable performance, marking a major advance in preserving the console’s library on PC. The milestone comes as Sony plans to close the PS3 and PS Vita digital stores in 2027, raising concerns about long-term access to older games.

Former GTA V lead producer John Ricchio says Rockstar cut entire levels and nearly completed minigames because overstretched teams could not polish all the content to the studio’s standards.

Endgame Studio rolls out Creative Mode for Everweave, restoring the classic sandbox experience after backlash over Update 15's Character Engine and Dialogue Mode.

8BitDo has finally released the FlipPad controller for smartphones. Priced at $30, the controller is available to pre-order now ahead of its release at the end of the month. It also comes in a new color way exclusive to the 8BitDo eShop.

A new leak suggests Capcom is prioritizing the Resident Evil Veronica remake over Resident Evil Requiem’s story DLC, targeting an early 2027 launch.

Electoral Carnage throws U.S. presidents into satirical 2D duels and is quickly becoming a hidden gem on Steam. The fighting game currently holds a 96% positive user rating and is completely free to play.

Retro internet simulator Hypnospace Outlaw is coming to iOS and Android on July 23, 2026, featuring redesigned touch controls and a free-to-start pricing model.

Halo Studios has completed development of Halo: Campaign Evolved, a full remake of the 2001 classic for the PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC. While expanded weapons and updated visuals promise a broader experience, allegations involving generative AI and poor management have tempered expectations.

Xbox has detailed the pricing tiers, pre-order bonuses, and early access timelines for Gears of War: E-Day ahead of its August multiplayer open beta launch.

An RTS currently sitting at No. 2 on Steam's Popular New Releases chart is standing out from the competition thanks to one key feature: instead of being confined to a single map, the entire planet serves as the battlefield.

Xbox veteran Laura Fryer warns that Sony’s reported shift away from physical game discs could undermine ownership, citing licensed Rock Band purchases her family could not recover. The article also examines the limits of modern physical releases, many of which rely on downloads or active servers and may offer little long-term protection.

Digimon Story: Time Stranger comes to Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Version 1.2.1 patch adds 4K graphics modes, Terriermon Assistant, and critical bug fixes.