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Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will hold an open beta test on PC and PlayStation 5 from July 24 to July 26, giving players their first widely available chance to try Arc System Works’ upcoming Marvel fighting game before launch. The beta is a notable step for PC players because the game’s earlier playtest was only available on PlayStation 5. Arc System Works has now

Thief: The Dark Project Remastered is aiming to preserve one of the original game’s most distinctive features by bringing back Daniel Thron, one of the artists who helped create the 1998 cutscenes. Nightdive Studios says Thron is working with the team to update the animated sequences while keeping their original style intact. That is important because Thief’s cutscenes were never typical pre-rendered videos. They

Microsoft’s marketing for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 now makes one point very clear: the game will not be available through Xbox Game Pass this year. New advertisements for the shooter include a direct disclaimer stating that it is “not on Xbox Game Pass this year,” confirming that players will need to buy the game separately at launch. The ads reportedly began appearing

Magic: The Gathering’s Marvel Super Heroes set appears to fix many of the issues players had with the earlier Spider-Man crossover. While the Spider-Man cards had some fun individual designs, the new Marvel set looks more complete because it brings stronger synergies, fresh mechanics, and clearer deck building themes. The set focuses on Avengers, villains, X-Men, Fantastic Four characters, and other major Marvel names.

Warhammer 40,000 miniatures have become increasingly dependent on “tactical rocks,” and it may be time for Games Workshop to slow down. A raised stone, broken helmet, pipe, ruined statue, or pile of debris can make a model look more dynamic, but recent releases often go too far. Many newer characters appear to be balancing on rubble purely to look taller, more dramatic, or more

Dave the Diver: In the Jungle brings more of the series’ energetic cutscenes to the game, and the new scenes are even more exaggerated than those in the base adventure. The DLC continues the mix of comedy, food, action, and strange character moments that helped make Dave the Diver stand out from other underwater exploration games. The expansion adds a new jungle setting, fresh

A large share of PC players are prepared to wait for Grand Theft Auto 6 rather than buying the game on PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X and S at launch. In a recent reader poll, 39% said they would hold out for a PC version despite Rockstar Games still not confirming when that release will arrive. GTA 6 is currently expected to launch

Blox Fruits codes can give you free double EXP boosts, Beli, stat resets, and special titles that help you progress faster in Roblox’s popular One Piece inspired adventure. Most active codes are especially useful for new players because double EXP bonuses can reduce the time needed to level up, unlock stronger weapons, and reach new islands. There are no newly added Blox Fruits codes

The second half of 2026 is packed with major PC game releases, including Halo: Campaign Evolved, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag: Resynced, Warhammer 40K: Dawn of War 4, Gears of War: E-Day, and Grand Theft Auto 6 on consoles. While some of the year’s biggest releases have already arrived, there are still dozens of RPGs, action games, strategy titles, survival games, and remakes scheduled for

Final Fantasy 14 is currently running the Dragon Quest X crossover event, Breaking Brick Mountains, which gives you another chance to earn the Wind-up Brickman minion and other limited rewards. The event runs until July 13, 2026, and players who completed it in previous years can also collect a new Framer’s Kit from the event vendor. Seasonal events are a regular part of Final

Dawn of War 2: The Last Stand remains one of the most distinctive co-op modes in real-time strategy games, even years after its original release. Built around small teams, powerful hero units, escalating enemy waves, and flexible builds, the mode strips away many traditional RTS systems and turns Warhammer 40,000 battles into a focused survival challenge. Instead of managing a base, gathering resources, and

Asus offers gaming laptops for almost every type of player, from powerful desktop replacements to lighter machines built for daily work and travel. The best overall Asus gaming laptop in 2026 is the ROG Strix Scar 18, but the right model depends on your budget, preferred screen size, and the games you play. The Strix Scar 18 is designed for people who want the

Nintendo UK has added a new Star Fox themed mousepad to its rewards store, giving fans a small way to celebrate the series on Nintendo Switch 2. The accessory features Fox McCloud, Falco, Peppy, and Slippy using artwork from the latest Star Fox release, but it is currently the only official themed accessory Nintendo has announced. The mousepad can be claimed through the Nintendo

The Turtle Beach PlayTrek Donkey Kong Travel Case for Nintendo Switch 2 is currently available for £9.99 in the UK, down from its usual £19.99 price. The officially licensed case is aimed at Donkey Kong fans who want a protective travel accessory with more personality than a plain carrying pouch. At this price, it is a useful option for anyone who regularly takes their

Hori is expanding its Nintendo Switch 2 accessory lineup with new Kuromi and Cinnamoroll themed cases and wired controllers. The officially licensed Sanrio accessories are set to launch in Japan later this year, giving Switch 2 owners more colourful options for carrying and playing with their console. Both characters are getting a matching pouch and controller, with each design built around its own colour

Dbrand has cancelled its planned Steam Machine Companion Cube case and will refund all preorders after Valve objected to the product’s use of Portal intellectual property. The accessory maker admitted it developed and sold the case without first asking Valve for permission to use the iconic Companion Cube design. The case was created as a Portal inspired shell for Valve’s Steam Machine, turning the

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has received a surprise crossover quest featuring Jimbo from Balatro, bringing a new twist to the RPG’s dice minigame. The update adds a special challenge at the Hangman’s Halter Tavern, where Henry can face Jimbo in a match using a unique weighted die with unusual powers. The crossover arrived through version 1.5.6, which also adds Steam Controller support and smaller

Capcom has confirmed that Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen director Kento Kinoshita is returning to lead Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, giving the upcoming expansion a direct connection to the original game’s most important post launch release. The expansion is due later in 2026 and will add a new snowy region called Norgan, new dungeons, a relic system, and a major new enemy known as

A dedicated Kingdom Come: Deliverance fan has created a detailed calendar showing that Henry of Skalitz’s journey likely lasted more than two months, not the two weeks suggested by the game’s ending. The timeline has even earned praise from Warhorse Studios, which joked that the fan may be more organized than the developers. The first Kingdom Come: Deliverance is built around historical detail, realistic

Some Grand Theft Auto VI fans are using Microsoft Rewards points to pre-order the game’s $100 Ultimate Edition without paying cash. By collecting points through Xbox purchases, Game Pass activity, Bing searches, and Microsoft’s daily reward tasks, players say they have saved enough to cover the full cost of Rockstar’s biggest release. The idea has gained attention after several Xbox players shared screenshots of