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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

Sword Sage: Awakening is a new third person action RPG that combines Chinese mythology, fantasy combat, and science fiction ideas. Publisher 4Divinity has revealed a new story and gameplay trailer for the game, offering an early look at its fast paced battles, dramatic environments, and the journey of its central character, San Niang. The game is being developed by Sword Panda Limited, a studio

Valve says it would like to make the Steam Machine more affordable, but the company does not expect component prices to fall soon enough for a price cut in the near future. The gaming PC style console launched at $1,049 after rising memory and storage costs pushed it far above Valve’s earlier target price. The company has made clear that it does not view

The PlayStation 6 could launch at a far higher price than previous Sony consoles, with a new rumor claiming its current component cost is approaching $1,000. Rising prices for memory, storage, and other hardware parts are reportedly pushing Sony closer to a difficult decision: absorb major losses on each console or sell the next PlayStation at a price that could discourage many buyers. The

Grand Theft Auto VI may include a 60 FPS performance mode on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, according to a new rumor. The option is reportedly still being developed and may not be ready when the game launches, meaning it could arrive later through a post launch update. The claim comes from a single source cited by a Polish gaming podcast, so it

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has received a new PC mod that aims to improve one of the game’s most criticized visual problems: flat lighting in outdoor areas. The Shader Injector mod changes selected lighting shaders at runtime, producing stronger shadows, better depth, and more natural contrast across the game’s open world. The mod was created by dddd5 and is designed for the PC version

The Elder Scrolls VI has been in development for years, but a former Bethesda Game Studios developer believes rushing the game could create bigger problems than the long wait itself. Bruce Nesmith, who worked as the lead designer on The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, says shorter schedules can force studios to cut features, reduce polish, and ship games with more technical issues. The next

Quantic Dream employees have staged a strike outside the studio’s Paris headquarters, warning that planned layoffs could put Star Wars Eclipse at serious risk. Workers say up to 115 employees from the recently closed Spellcasters Chronicles team could lose their jobs, even though the studio may need those people to complete its long delayed Star Wars project. The protest took place during an important

Microsoft may have paused new third party Xbox Game Pass agreements as the company reviews the future of its gaming business, according to a new industry report. The move has not been officially confirmed by Microsoft, but the claim suggests that Game Pass could be receiving less priority while Xbox leadership focuses on costs, profitability, and a broader internal reset. Game Pass has been

New estimates suggest that PlayStation accounts for around 75% to 80% of launch sales for major third party single player games on consoles, compared with Xbox. The discussion has gained attention as Grand Theft Auto 6 preorders begin, with competing claims emerging over how sales may be split between PS5 and Xbox Series X and S. One early claim suggested that Grand Theft Auto

Koei Tecmo is working on a completely new game franchise under the codename FUJI, according to a newly discovered listing connected to Japan’s IP360 support program. The project is described as an original game that will build on the company’s experience with oriental themed visuals and action gameplay. Very few details have been revealed so far. There is no confirmed genre, platform, release window,