Game Releases

The man who spent five years building Saudi Arabia's gaming empire is stepping aside right as its biggest purchase yet closes. The move is interesting considering its timing and broader context, as Turqi Alnowaiser, deputy governor of Saudi Arabia's PIF, takes over.

Cozy co-op puzzle game The Missing Tail is officially announced for Steam. Here are the dual-cat gameplay details, Remote Play support, and playtest info.

Six months after the "AI slop" jokes, it turns out the demo that sparked all the outrage was Nvidia showing off the setting cranked to eleven, even as performance concerns persist for DLSS5.

Gameforge and Nordic Trolls open a worldwide Steam playtest for survival-adventure Under a Rock during the PVE Survival Crafting Fest. Here is how to request access.

GTA V actor Ned Luke praised GTA VI’s improved graphics and lifelike pedestrian animations, rejecting comparisons to Rockstar’s previous games. Although Luke’s comments draw on his extensive performance-capture experience, neither Rockstar nor the actor has confirmed a cameo or production role in the sequel.

PlayStation reveals Marvel's Wolverine will require 79.36 GB on PS5. Here are the latest pre-load details, day-one patch numbers, and performance targets.

The Blood of Dawnwalker launches on September 3 and is already one of the most talked-about RPGs of the year ahead of release. The game currently holds a Metascore of 84, but behind this fairly strong average lies an interesting picture: While some reviewers consider the vampire RPG one of the best genre entries in recent years, others have been considerably more critical.

Take-Two says its investigation into the GTA 6 leaker known as “CyberLeek” is “evolving rapidly” as it seeks a second, sealed subpoena for Discord. The publisher has withdrawn its YouTube subpoena request, suggesting its search has narrowed as new evidence emerges.

Playground Games says the Fable reboot will offer 30–40 hours of quests and open-world content, while its life-simulation systems could extend playtime indefinitely. The RPG launches February 23, 2027, for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5, with Premium Edition early access beginning February 18.

Sony will air two State of Play presentations on September 3, featuring updates from PlayStation Studios, third-party partners, and developers across Japan and Asia. The broadcasts will include an extended look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation, while appearances by Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and Marvel’s Wolverine remain speculative.

Cheat makers, beware: Activision now has a camera crew in tow to disrupt operations. The company also claims it has disrupted as many as 375 reseller operations to date.

Pawprint Studio has confirmed Aniimo's September 16, 2026 launch on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with the free-to-play creature-catching RPG arriving on mobile a week later, on September 23.

Capcom releases an expanded Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo featuring the Sasaki Ganryu boss duel and save carryover unlocks ahead of its September 4 launch.

HoYoverse revealed Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.2 "Their Secret Histories," debuting S-Rank Agents Claret and Roxy alongside free outfits and new story quests.

CD Projekt Red joint CEO Michal Nowakowski has confirmed that The Witcher 4 will ship in a physical box with collectible extras, even if Sony’s decision to end disc production for new PlayStation games in January 2028 leaves the package without a disc. The studio is targeting a 2028 launch, and the game is already running on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X and S.

Nihon Falcom releases a free 10-hour demo for Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter on PS5, Switch, and Steam. Here is how save transfer and 1st Chapter data carry over.

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says the next-generation Project Helix will launch as a “family of devices,” suggesting a tiered lineup similar to the Xbox Series S and X. Microsoft has confirmed AMD-powered hardware supporting Xbox and PC games but has yet to disclose pricing, release timing, or disc-drive options.

CD Projekt Red confirmed that Geralt will retain an important role in The Witcher 4, despite Ciri taking over as the series’ sole protagonist. The Unreal Engine 5 title, targeted for release in 2028, is the first entry in a planned new trilogy and has drawn mixed reactions from fans and investors.

Indie developer Ryan Laley’s Gamescom 2026 booth was stripped overnight, with his laptop and other demo equipment stolen alongside gear from several nearby exhibitors. Laley filed a police report and criticized the apparent lack of overnight security, but said he remains committed to completing his horror game, Mimic.

Valve rated "Future? No Thanks!", a teen satire game about assisted dying, as adult content. The storefront didn't budge on the rating or explain why until pressure mounted.

Big Ambitions has finally reached version 1.0 after more than three years in Early Access, and the launch appears to have brought players flooding back. The developers have also thrown in a 20% introductory Steam discount, dropping the price to $20.79 until September 4.

Zach Cregger wants you to feel like you're actually holding the pistol, not just watching someone else run out of ammo. His focus on first-person POV is intended to do just that.

A sudden Fortnite server outage caused widespread login disruptions and matchmaking errors across PC and consoles on August 28, 2026. Here is the status and fix.

Titan Comics and Capcom detail Resident Evil: Death Island Volume 1, a Zino-illustrated manga adaptation arriving September 29 ahead of the Resident Evil Veronica remake.

Bandai Namco releases Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 today, August 28, 2026, bundling Shadow of the Erdtree with fresh armor and steed attire.

Despite Undead Labs' separation from Xbox, the long-awaited zombie survival sequel is still targeting 2027. It will reportedly enter closed beta testing before the end of 2026.

Microsoft’s Project Positron converts supported Xbox One and Series X game discs into account-linked digital licenses but requires a console with a disc drive and currently excludes Xbox 360 and original Xbox titles. While the initiative strengthens access through Xbox Play Anywhere and cloud gaming, its limited scope undercuts Microsoft’s claims of broad game preservation where such preservation may be needed most.

Tropico 7 will launch in early 2027, bringing larger islands, expanded terraforming, deeper politics and a reworked military system. The game will arrive on PC and current-gen consoles, with multiplayer planned as a free post-launch update.

Get ready to hide the body in We Are So Cooked from Dwarven Brothers and 1312 Interactive. The 1-4 player co-op physics-stealth game hits Steam on October 15.

Newzoo has distanced itself from a senior analyst’s claim that the Epic Games Store cannot recover, saying the remarks were unsupported by its data. Epic countered with 2025 figures showing record third-party playtime and a 57% increase in player spending, challenging the analyst’s assessment of the platform’s viability.

Ubisoft Paris reveals Rainbow Six Tactics at Gamescom 2026. Command 15 Siege operators in single-player, turn-based battles, launching in 2027 on PS5, Xbox, and PC.

HoYoverse announces Nodusfall at Gamescom 2026. Watch the reveal trailer for the Unreal Engine 5 dark fantasy co-op RPG featuring squad-based monster hunting.

The Mayhem Collection DLC for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight launches September 18 with a playable Joker and Harley Quinn campaign. Here's what's confirmed.

In an interview with Nikkei Gaming, KONAMI President Hideki Hayakawa revealed that the company’s future plans have placed a high priority on the reboots of Castlevania, Metal Gear, and Silent Hill. He also said KONAMI wants to create original games and experiment with new genres.

Xbox dropped the official story trailer for Gears of War: E-Day at Gamescom 2026! Watch young Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago fight the Locust Horde on October 6.

Ubisoft is remaking the legendary Heroes of Might and Magic III in full 3D, bringing the beloved strategy classic to modern platforms in 2027 with new visuals, multiplayer features and support for decades of community-created content.

Wildmagic Frontier blends tactical deckbuilding with Hero Forge miniatures in the world of Astara. Recruit companions, craft cards, and follow the project ahead of its September 10 Kickstarter launch.

VHOLUME is all about one thing: speed. The game combines fast-paced first-person parkour action with gigantic concrete structures and a strong focus on speedrunning. That formula seems to be going down extremely well on Steam: Just a few days after release, 97% of its more than 1,200 reviews are positive.

CD Projekt Red has confirmed a 2028 release window for The Witcher 4, raising questions about physical copies as Sony prepares to end new PlayStation game disc production in 2028.

Heatwarped brings the spirit of Need for Speed Underground 2 with neon-lit streets, tuned cars, drifting and old-school arcade racing. The indie project has already caught the attention of NFS fans, while a playable PC demo is available on Steam.

4A Games reveals Metro 2039 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Play as The Stranger against the Novoreich regime in this dark 2027 first-person shooter.

Niantic and Capcom's Summer of Hunters 2026 event brings the Tropical Cannon Gunlance, boosted rewards, and 24-hour Velkhana interceptions to Monster Hunter Now through September 6.

Konami launches Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 on August 27, 2026. Play MGS4, Peace Walker, and Ghost Babel on PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, and PC.

Former Rockstar North technical director Obbe Vermeij dismisses recent GTA 6 leaks as inconsequential, arguing they are unlikely to affect the game’s launch or long-term success. Take-Two is taking a harder line, giving Discord until September 4 to disclose the identity of leaker CyberLeek under a DMCA subpoena.

Double Fine has regained the intellectual property and publishing rights to Psychonauts 2, Keeper, and Kiln following its split from Microsoft, allowing game revenue to flow directly to the independent studio. After cutting 23 jobs, the developer is also preparing an Amnesia Fortnight Kickstarter campaign to fund its next commercial project.

(Update: Clarifications on the state of CyberLeek's sites and accounts) After days of dodging takedowns and copyright strikes, CyberLeek's last remaining outlet just went quiet. Whether this prevents future leaks, however, is a doubtful prospect at best.

Nintendo used seven DMCA notices and GitHub’s fork-network rule to remove 401 Switch emulator repositories, including 311 tied to the Suyu project. The campaign extends Nintendo’s legal strategy against emulators that allegedly circumvent its encryption protections using proprietary cryptographic keys.

The Modern Warfare 4 Beta is live for pre-order customers, and a Reddit user has discovered a new version of DLSS, along with DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction files. While DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction was already scheduled for release this month, this is the first time it's being implemented in any game.

S-GAME's debut AAA title is putting up Wukong-adjacent numbers just on pre-orders. With the game due to release in October, it might just outdo the biggest title released by a Chinese studio globally so far.

Dave Bautista has been cast as Kratos in Amazon Prime Video’s live-action God of War series, replacing Ryan Hurst after an on-set injury forced his departure and a production restart. Despite some fan concerns about the recasting and Bautista’s physical transformation, filming is expected to resume in October, and the two-season adaptation is unlikely to premiere before late 2027.