Game News Digest

🖥 PC & Steam 7 items

01 PCBlood Bowl's videogame rights have been acquired by Slitherine, with development continuing under Cyanide Studios with new leadership overseeing the project. 02 PCValheim will increase its price by 50% when reaching version 1.0 release, currently available at $10 during early access. 03 PCJuly 2026 features lighter major releases but strong co-op horror games, with multiple titles available for cooperative play. 04 PCA game preservation leader argues piracy is the only viable preservation option as the industry moves toward discless futures without meaningful alternatives. 05 PCWreckfest 2 receives its eighth major update with expanded reverse-course races and increased replayability content during early access. 06 PCAION2 offers extensive character customization with detailed options from muscle definition to body shape, emphasizing player attachment to characters. 07 PCMetroid Prime 4 Beyond failed to maintain momentum due to outdated mechanics and limited perceived value despite initial anticipation.

🎮 Console 16 items

08 ConsoleCapcom moves Onimusha: Way of the Sword's release date forward three weeks to September 4, 2026 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. 09 ConsoleMarvel Super Heroes comes to Magic: The Gathering as a new crossover set, potentially serving as an entry point for newcomers to the card game. 10 ConsolePlayStation will stop producing physical game discs in January 2028, prompting concerned responses from retailers and gaming historians about preservation. 11 ConsoleDestiny 2 is permanently disabling two armor sets as the game enters end-of-service following studio layoffs. 12 ConsoleOne of Destiny 2's best Monument of Triumph armor sets becomes easily farmable this week with new availability methods. 13 ConsoleKirby Air Riders amiibo line expands with King Dedede & Tank Star releasing today and Chef Kawasaki & Hop arriving in September. 14 ConsoleBethesda showcases The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered for Switch 2 with a physical cartridge release containing the full base game. 15 ConsoleOnimusha: Way of the Sword releases on September 4, three weeks earlier than the original September 25 date, across multiple platforms. 16 ConsolePS Plus July free games include Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III valued at $98, alongside two additional titles for subscribers. 17 ConsoleMicrosoft tests a feature allowing Xbox physical game discs to be converted to digital versions. 18 ConsoleDystopicon releases July 27, a dark future survival simulator where watching TV earns income but sleep costs money in a high-difficulty lifestyle game. 19 ConsoleBoku to Tsuri Nikki releases October 8 on Switch 2 and Switch, a serious fishing game from Harvest Moon and Natsumon creators. 20 ConsoleMarvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls features numerous Deadpool references geared toward fighting game enthusiasts in its recent announcement. 21 ConsoleDemon Slayer game releases confirmed for October 29, offering franchise fans a new gaming experience. 22 ConsoleOverwatch x YOASOBI collaboration introduces the song 'Orion' with character-exclusive cosmetics for Tracer, Genji, and Hanzo. 23 ConsoleMarvel Tōkon Fighting Souls EVO 2026 demo receives positive feedback for accessible yet visually impressive fighting gameplay.

📱 Mobile 5 items

24 MobileLove and Deepspace fans hold a tearful memorial after developer Infold suddenly cancels the Valko character just days before his scheduled debut. 25 MobilePat the Cat desktop app launches with 100% positive ratings, featuring a cute voxel cat that runs across the screen with endearing animations. 26 MobileResident Evil Survival Unit collaborates with Monster Hunter, introducing limited heroes and elder dragon hunting events through July 30. 27 MobileMLB 9 Innings Baseball celebrates three years with a major anniversary event featuring official Hall of Fame authorization. 28 MobileMabinogi Mobile launches July 22 across Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau as a cross-platform MMORPG continuing the original series' spirit.

🎨 Indie 1 items

29 IndieDynamite Day announced as a 6-player cooperative nuclear missile defense simulator requiring precision decisions to distinguish threats from civilian aircraft.

🏢 Industry 1 items

30 IndustryMarvel's publishing era in Japan concludes as Shueisha terminates its major contract with the company.

🏆 Esports 0 items