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LATEST RELEASESAug 28 · 319 views

September 2026 PS Plus Games Include Wobbly Life, Sniper Elite: Resistance, MLB The Show 26, Chained Echoes

Sony has announced the September 2026 PlayStation Plus monthly games lineup, headlined by the physics-based sandbox Wobbly Life alongside Sniper Elite: Resistance, MLB The Show 26, and Chained Echoes. All four titles become free to claim for subscribers starting September 1 and remain available until October 5. The selection spans tactical stealth, sports simulation, retro RPG depth, and a multiplayer chaos simulator one critic called "GTA for kids."

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 28 · 174 views

Militsioner Brings Its Colossal Policeman to Xbox Game Pass in 2027

Surreal immersive sim Militsioner is confirmed for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass with a 2027 release window. The game centers on escaping a Kafkaesque town while a gigantic, omniscient policeman watches your every move. Xbox Play Anywhere support means a single purchase covers both console and PC.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 27 · 271 views

GTA 6 Preview Reveals Dual Protagonist Mechanics, Couple Gameplay, and Reactive World Systems

Dazed magazine's autumn 2026 issue reveals new GTA 6 gameplay details including seamless switching between dual protagonists Jason and Lucia, couple activities like beach trips and jetski rides, and a reactive morality system deeper than Red Dead Redemption 2's honour mechanic. Rockstar North also faces union controversy following mass staff dismissals.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 27 · 279 views

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma Hints at Physical Media Choice for Project Helix

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma told the BBC in August 2026 that the company wants to preserve player choice around physical games for its next-generation console, codenamed Project Helix. While she declined to confirm whether the hardware will include a disc drive, Sharma emphasized affordability and efficiency as core design pillars. Xbox also announced a disc-to-digital program at Gamescom that lets Insiders convert physical discs to digital licenses starting August 31.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 27 · 243 views

Xbox 25th Anniversary Console Costs $899.99, Includes Halo: Campaign Evolved

Microsoft has priced its translucent green Xbox Series X anniversary console at $899.99 with a November 13 launch date. The bundle includes a matching controller and a free copy of Halo: Campaign Evolved, while the standalone controller arrives October 20 for $79.99. Pre-orders open August 27 at 7 AM PDT.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

PC GAMINGAug 26 · 278 views

Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake Preview: Faithful Visual Overhaul Preserves Classic Strategy

Ubisoft showed a hands-on demo of Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake at Gamescom 2026, revealing a top-to-bottom visual rebuild that keeps the 1999 strategy classic's gameplay intact. The remake features entirely new 3D graphics, a modernized UI, and full support for original and community-made maps dating back 25 years.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 26 · 193 views

Total War: Warhammer 40k Hands-On Preview: Ranged Combat, WarCore Engine, and Custom Chapters at Gamescom 2026

Creative Assembly showed an early build of Total War: Warhammer 40k at Gamescom 2026, marking the series' first ranged-focused entry since Total War: EMPIRE in 2009. The demo featured a tutorial, campaign slice, and massive battle as Space Marines against Orks, revealing new mechanics like strafe-firing and orbital drop pods alongside a planetary-scale campaign map. Custom chapter creation is present but currently limited to base, accent, and detail armor colors with Games Workshop paint options.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 26 · 173 views

Path of Exile 2 1.0 Launch Date Set for December 11, 2026 Across All Platforms

Grinding Gear Games has confirmed Path of Exile 2 will exit early access with its 1.0 launch on December 11, 2026, arriving on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The announcement debuted during gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 alongside a new trailer revealing the Duelist class.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 26 · 113 views

LEGO Skylines Announced at Gamescom: Paradox Brings Brick-Building to City Simulators

Paradox Interactive has officially unveiled LEGO Skylines at Gamescom, confirming a brick-based city builder developed by Iceflake Studios. The game blends functional urban planning with LEGO's signature whimsy across Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

GAME REVIEWSAug 26 · 163 views

Showa American Story Hands-On: Retro Pop Culture RPG Struggles With Combat Feel

After five years of silence since its 2021 reveal, Showa American Story finally lets players get hands-on with its alternate-history action RPG. The two-hour demo reveals a wildly imaginative world and deep combat systems, but technical roughness threatens to undermine the experience.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 26 · 110 views

Gears of War: E-Day Campaign Preview: To Quote Marcus Fenix, "Nice"

The Coalition's upcoming prequel Gears of War: E-Day delivers a campaign that balances classic cover-shooter fundamentals with meaningful new systems like weapon mods and Tactical Gear. A hands-on session covering Act 2's bridge and downtown sections left the author more excited for the full release than the initial reveal trailer managed.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

LATEST RELEASESAug 26 · 156 views

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Reveals New Trailer, Demo Boss, and PS5 Immersion Details

Capcom has unveiled Trailer 6 for Onimusha: Way of the Sword at Gamescom 2026, showcasing the Oni Awakening mechanic and a new boss named Daidara now playable in the updated demo. The game launches September 4 on PlayStation 5, featuring a rebuilt universe accessible to newcomers and extensive DualSense integration built from real temple audio recordings.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

NEWSAug 26 · 137 views

Exodus Gets April 2027 Release Date, Reveals Awakened Octopus Party Member Salt

Archetype Entertainment has locked in an April 7, 2027 launch for Exodus, its Mass Effect-inspired action RPG coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The gamescom Opening Night Live reveal introduced Salt, an Awakened octopus who pilots a mech suit and joins your crew as a long-range sniper with ink smokescreen abilities.