Game Releases

Pocketpair’s monster-catching hit is making the jump to smartphones, but Palworld Online is taking a very different route: a full-fledged MMORPG instead of a scaled-down mobile port.

KLab and gumi have set August 6, 2026 as the worldwide launch date for My Hero Academia United Survival, moving the rogue-lite action game up from its original November window.

A new ShadPS4 patch brings the PS4-exclusive racer DriveClub to PC at up to 8K resolution, 60 FPS, and uncapped frame rates. The upgrade revitalizes Evolution Studios’ acclaimed visuals, delivering the remaster-like experience Sony never released.

Persona 5: The Phantom X Version 4.6 is live with new character Wavecatcher Miyu, a summer event, and quality of life updates on PC and mobile.

Former Sony executive Shuhei Yoshida says the absence of a Bloodborne PC port or PS5 remaster remains a mystery, though he hopes one may eventually be released. He suggested director Hidetaka Miyazaki’s busy schedule and reluctance to entrust the acclaimed 2015 title to another studio could explain the delay.

Two months after leaking via a Brazilian ratings filing, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Eyes of Heaven R still hasn't been confirmed by Bandai Namco, despite several showcase opportunities.

Mistfall Hunter brings classic extraction gameplay into a dark fantasy setting – swapping firearms for swords and magic. The game has attracted impressive player numbers since launch, but while the gameplay seems to be winning players over, its reviews remain mixed.

Top-down perspective, turn-based combat, and a unique time-pressure mechanic. The result: it's currently the #1 game in Steam's "Popular New Releases" chart.

Fallout: New California, a major fan-made prequel and total conversion mod for Fallout: New Vegas, is now free on GOG with streamlined one-click installation. The release offers a standalone campaign, new map, voiced companions, and faction-driven warfare, while New Vegas Ultimate Edition is discounted heavily for 2 weeks

ZeniMax Online Studios has revised The Elder Scrolls Online’s roadmap following major Microsoft layoffs, delaying Update 52 and other planned content into 2027 while shifting its focus from fixed deadlines to quality. Game Director Nick Giacomini reassured players that ESO will continue, supported by closer collaboration with Bethesda Game Studios, with Update 51 now scheduled for September 28, 2026.

Aniplex and Lasengle celebrate Fate/Grand Order's 11th anniversary with the Chaldea School Festival, running August 1–2 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba.

Microsoft’s planned Xbox Series X|S price increases reportedly will not prevent the company from losing roughly $150 per console, as surging memory costs squeeze already-thin hardware margins. The review examines how AI-driven chip demand is pushing prices higher across the gaming industry, reversing the traditional trend of consoles becoming cheaper over time.

A global Xbox Series X|S outage unexpectedly blocked some disc-based games, exposing a flaw in Microsoft’s offline entitlement system. Microsoft called the failure unacceptable and said it is developing a fix to ensure physical games remain accessible during future service disruptions.

Blue Reflection Quartet is out now, bringing the full Magical Girl RPG series together in one collection for the first time. Here's everything included.

CookieRun: Crumble is out now on mobile and PC. Devsisters' idle RPG spinoff brings 69 Cookies, 54 Pets, 12-member parties, and launch-week rewards.

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.