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If your backlog was finally starting to look manageable, bad news: this week's release schedule has other plans. From pulse-pounding action RPGs and stylish superhero brawlers to wholesome farming adventures and delightfully chaotic co-op escapades, the first week of August is stacked with games that couldn't be more different from one another. Whether you're craving intense combat or simply want to grow turnips in peace, there's a fresh adventure waiting around the corner. August 3 - 9 releases The festivities kick off...

Palworld’s full 1.0 launch introduced plenty of new adventures, but a release this big was always going to bring a few wild bugs along for the ride. Update 1.0.2 is now available, focusing on crashes, multiplayer stability, broken encounters and progression problems that could interrupt players while exploring the game’s latest content. One of the biggest fixes targets the Panthalus battle. Dedicated servers could previously disconnect during the encounter, while individual players sometimes crashed in the middle of the fight....

Microsoft's plan to make Xbox a more open gaming platform could come with an unexpected downside. While support for storefronts like Steam would give Project Helix a major advantage over Sony's rumored PS6, a new report suggests that level of openness could also drive the console's price significantly higher. According to Windows Central's Jez Corden, Microsoft is still weighing just how open its next-generation Xbox should be. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has repeatedly described Project Helix as...

Meccha Chameleon has built its reputation around colourful camouflage, silly poses and players desperately pretending to be part of the scenery. However, the cheerful hide-and-seek game recently faced a much more serious kind of hiding problem after malicious mod maps, malware and a hacked Discord server created plenty of confusion across its community.     Malicious...

July is going out with one heck of a gaming backlog. The final days of the month are bringing a surprisingly chunky selection of new releases, ranging from a full-blown remake of one of Xbox's most iconic adventures to cult RPGs, retro shoot-'em-ups, supernatural stories and even a certain group of dinosaur-hunting pups. In other words, there's something for practically everyone and probably not enough free time to play it all. July 27 - August 2 releases The week wastes absolutely no...

The ink on MI6's latest mission report is barely dry, but 007: First Light is already expanding its dossier. IO Interactive has deployed the game's first major post-launch update, giving aspiring secret agents a fresh batch of high-risk assignments, new hardware to unlock, a sharp new outfit, and a sweeping round of fixes that smooth out the experience from start to finish. Available now on all platforms, Update 1.1.0 marks the opening chapter of the game's Year One support plan. The...

Sometimes the biggest enemy in an online game is everyone trying to log in at the same time. That's exactly what PlayStation players experienced shortly after the Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls open beta went live, as the PlayStation Network (PSN) was hit by widespread connectivity issues that left countless fans staring at error messages instead of superhero showdowns. The massive anticipation for the beta has been underestimated The problems surfaced only hours after the beta launched on PlayStation 5 and PC, with...

ARC Raiders has rolled out Store Update 1.38.0 across every platform, and while it is smaller than a full content drop, it could make a noticeable difference to everyday raids. The headline change is a new round of matchmaking optimization, with Embark Studios testing adjustments designed to create fairer and more enjoyable encounters. The update also marks the latest Expedition Departure and adds two fresh color options for an existing outfit. Matchmaking is easily the most interesting part of the...

Marathon is taking a break from making every encounter a showdown against other players. Bungie's latest update officially lands today as part of Season 2, and with it comes Vault Breaker, the game's first dedicated PvE mode. It's one of the most requested additions since launch and offers a completely different way to explore Tau Ceti IV, where the biggest threat comes from the environment and AI enemies rather than another squad waiting to ruin your extraction. What is Vault...

Bethesda has finally done what countless Fallout fans had almost given up hoping for: it has officially confirmed that Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas are being remade. After years of leaks, wishlist threads, and every gaming showcase spawning a fresh wave of speculation, the wasteland's worst-kept secret is now out in the open. Two of the most celebrated RPGs ever made are preparing for a return, giving longtime Vault Dwellers and a whole new generation of players a chance...

If your gaming backlog wasn't already overflowing, this week's release schedule is here to make that problem even worse. Between July 20 and July 26, players can look forward to a wide variety of experiences , ranging from horror and anime-inspired fighting to strategic mayhem and crime scene investigations. There's no shortage of fresh adventures arriving over the next few days. July 20 - 26 releases The action begins on July 22 with Shift At Midnight, a co-op horror game that...

Whether you've been a longtime fan, have been following the game, or simply needed a reason to finally start your journey in Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon, now might be the perfect time. Awaken Realms has just shared a wave of exciting news with the community, officially releasing Free DLC Bonus Content #4, Patch 1.25, and several other updates for the game. This is much more than just another patch or free DLC release. The developer's latest Steam post serves...