Bandai Namco's handling of the Ace Combat 0: The Belkan War pre-order bonus has triggered a wave of negative Steam reviews for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, pushing its overall rating to Mixed despite praise for the core gameplay. The classic PS2 title was advertised as a standalone application but launches as DLC requiring the full 150GB installation.
Pearl Abyss has outlined an ambitious post-launch roadmap for Crimson Desert, confirming DLC arriving this year and a Nintendo Switch 2 version targeting the first half of 2027. The studio is also conducting extensive research into multiplayer modes while ruling out a mobile port, signaling Crimson Desert as a long-term franchise with potential sequels on the horizon.
The THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2026 dropped today with immediate releases, fresh gameplay reveals, and a portfolio-wide sale offering up to 90% off. REANIMAL: The Prisoner DLC launches now on Xbox for $9.99, introducing two new characters and unseen war-torn areas to explore.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi has confirmed the remake trilogy's story will conclude within the main game when it launches in spring 2027. While DLC is not currently planned, Hamaguchi acknowledged immense fan expectations and left the door open for character-focused spin-off content similar to Yuffie's Episode Intermission.
Capcom announces a permanent price reduction for Monster Hunter Wilds starting August 4, alongside new DLC bundles including the Gold Edition and Cosmetic Collections, catering to Nintendo Switch 2 players. The move follows the game's Switch 2 announcement in June 2025. Fans react positively, though some critique the continued use of vouchers for character customization.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 have made their way to PS5, offering enhanced gameplay experiences. However, fans eager for the full package will need to pay extra for DLC content. This move may impact player expectations for retro Call of Duty releases on next-gen consoles.
Dead or Alive 6 Last Round has been met with overwhelmingly negative reviews on Steam, with only 23% of players recommending the game due to persistent bugs, missing features, and a controversial DLC rebuy policy. The $40 re-release offers minimal updates, infuriating veterans who must repurchase previously owned content, including Mai Shiranui and Kula Diamond at an increased price. Critics and players alike call it a "shameful" cash grab.
Dead or Alive 6 has been delisted in favor of Dead or Alive 6 Last Round, which boasts a 70% negative Steam rating due to its barebones upgrades, expensive DLC, and lack of meaningful improvements. The original game, still positively received at 70% positive, is no longer available for purchase. Players are outraged, feeling the franchise is being exploited for its fan service.
Amazon has discounted $10 Nintendo eShop Gift Cards to $8.98, offering 10% off ahead of Prime Day 2026. These gift cards can be used on games, DLC, Nintendo Switch Online, and in-game currency for both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Buyers can purchase up to two gift cards per order.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 are set for July release on PS4 and PS5, but potential pricing based on Xbox updates has fans alarmed. With each game listed at $39.99 and additional costs for DLC and season passes, the total could reach $140 for the full package. Players are criticizing the strategy, feeling the old games, with no announced enhancements, are overpriced.
