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NEWSJul 23 · 46 views

Future? No Thanks! Delayed on Steam as Valve Reviews 'Dozens of Untextured Polygons Depicting Ass and Boobs'

Molleindustria's political satire game Future? No Thanks! missed its planned July 22 release after Steam kept the build under review for more than three weeks. Developer Paolo Pedercini says the holdup centers on a brief sequence featuring low-polygon nudity that the demo version already passed months ago.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

A skateboarder launches off a ramp in mid-air during a vibrant X Games event.

NEWSJul 23 · 42 views

BlizzCon 2026 Returns to Anaheim With Exclusive Cosmetics for WoW, Overwatch, Diablo 4, and More

Blizzard Entertainment has revealed the full lineup of BlizzCon 2026 exclusive in-game cosmetics and bundles for World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo 4, Diablo Immortal, and Hearthstone. The event returns to Anaheim on September 12–13 for its first in-person gathering since 2023, with tickets already sold out.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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GAME REVIEWSJul 23 · 55 views

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Review — Deep Combat, Hollow Package

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game delivers one of the most inventive combat systems in recent fighting game history, but its barebones single-player offerings and missing online features hold it back from greatness. The 12-character roster breaks genre conventions with wildly distinct movement and resource mechanics that reward mastery. However, a 27-chapter story mode that feels like fanfiction, lobbies limited to two players, and a training mode lacking standard tools make the package feel unfinished at launch.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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NEWSJul 23 · 46 views

Black Lake Announced: First-Person Horror Set in Floating Orphanage Targets Winter 2027 PC Release

Polydin Studio has announced Black Lake, a first-person psychological horror game set in an abandoned orphanage drifting on an endless black ocean. Players control Elena as she searches for her missing twin sister Rita, using light-based mechanics to survive creatures formed from vanished children and staff. The game launches on PC in Winter 2027 with console versions following in mid-2027.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

A hand holding a handheld gaming console displaying the Pokémon Legends game screen outdoors.

NEWSJul 23 · 37 views

Nintendo Switch 2 Games Hit All-Time Lows at Woot for One Day Only

Woot's Summer of Gaming sale slashes Nintendo Switch 2 game prices to historic lows with an extra 22% off via promo code LEVEL22, but the code expires at 11:58 pm CT on July 22. Major titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and the Switch 2 editions of Zelda games drop below $47, while the Switch 2 console itself sells for $399 to first-time Woot shoppers.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSJul 22 · 43 views

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Review — The Best Fighting Game of 2026

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game delivers the first genuinely great Avatar video game with deep combat systems and faithful character adaptations. However, rough single-player modes and incomplete onboarding tools hold back what could have been a complete package for both fighting game veterans and franchise fans.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

Immersive VR gaming setup with neon lights showcasing advanced technology.

GAME REVIEWSJul 22 · 63 views

Riftbound Confirms Full 2026 Set Schedule With Four Releases Through October

Riot Games has locked in the complete 2026 release calendar for Riftbound, its new physical trading card game set in the League of Legends universe. Four sets spanning February through October will introduce new mechanics like Equipment, Ultimate rarity, and jungle-focused keywords, alongside Champion Decks for popular characters including Fiora, Rumble, and Jhin.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

Close-up of hands holding a Nintendo Switch with Fortnite game screen indoors.

NEWSJul 22 · 47 views

Palworld Eyes Fortnite Crossover as Epic Surveys Players and Bucky Teases Skins

Epic Games has added Palworld to Fortnite's in-game survey, a move that often signals upcoming crossover content. Pocketpair's John "Bucky" Buckley followed up with a playful tweet asking fans which new 1.0 Pals they would want as skins, hinting at serious discussions behind the scenes.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

Exciting skateboard stunt at X Games 2026 in Sacramento, captured mid-air with crowd spectators.

NEWSJul 22 · 42 views

PAX Aus 2026 Guest Lineup Adds Austin Creed, Mick Gordon, and Gregory Louden

PAX Aus 2026 has announced a new wave of guests including former WWE superstar Austin Creed, Doom composer Mick Gordon, and Saros creative director Gregory Louden. The event runs October 9-11 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre as the capstone of Melbourne International Games Week.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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XBOX SERIES XJul 22 · 49 views

Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition Lands on Meta Horizon+ With Cloud Gaming and Controller Support

Xbox has launched a starter edition of Game Pass for Meta Horizon+ subscribers, adding over 50 games and 10 hours of cloud gaming to the VR subscription service. The partnership follows a similar deal with Discord Nitro announced in May. Meta Horizon+ pricing remains unchanged at $59.99 per year or $7.99 per month.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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NEWSJul 22 · 69 views

Wreckreation 2 Announced Nine Months After Original Flopped

THQ Nordic has announced Wreckreation 2 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S just nine months after the original game launched to poor reviews. The sequel comes from a new studio formed by former Three Fields Entertainment staff following that team's redundancy notice.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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NEWSJul 22 · 93 views

Magic: The Gathering's Most Valuable Cards of 2026 So Far Revealed

Magic: The Gathering collectors are tracking some staggering price tags in 2026, with a serial-numbered Emeritus of Ideation topping the list at $3,000. TCGplayer data shows crossover cards from Marvel, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and special Strixhaven printings dominate the highest-value slots this year.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

A person playing video games with a vintage-style controller indoors.

NEWSJul 22 · 45 views

2026 Is Great For PC Gaming If You Already Have Hardware

AI-driven memory demand has pushed RAM and GPU prices to record highs, making 2026 the worst year in recent memory to build or buy a gaming PC. But for players who already own capable hardware, this year is shaping up to be surprisingly strong — major releases are running well on older systems, and developers are optimizing for the hardware people actually have.