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Another live service shooter comes to a premature end: Steel Hunters, the mech game that launched into early access in April, is closing in October
Wargaming's mech shooter made a splashy debut at the 2024 Game Awards, but players just weren't interested.
This competitive Blue Prince speedrun from SGDQ 2025 is the pinnacle of human athleticism
This is the Olympics, to me.
For the next 2 weeks Destiny 2 is completely free to play, even the stuff you normally have to pay for
There's also a big sale on Steam right now.
The Early Superman Reactions From Critics Are In, And They're Mixed
After nearly three years of fan theories, trailer breakdowns, and unjustified hate , James Gunn’s Superman film is almost here. While the general public will get to gander at the latest attempt at telling Clark Kent’s story on July 11, film critics and content creators have
John Wick Hex and Tron Catalyst dev Mike Bithell thinks licensed games have evolved past 'lunchbox tie-ins' because 'the people who played licensed games are now bosses in the companies that are licensing IP'
"We're not just, 'I'll put something on a shelf so the Gran can buy it for the kid who likes the movie.'"
All stats in Umamusume Pretty Derby, explained
Advancing the career of an uma in Umamusume: Pretty Derby depends on you understanding how each stat affects their performance. Regardless of whose career you’re working on, every uma will need to train and have their stats raised before it’s time to race. As their trainer, you
How to solve the Briefing Room puzzles in Missile Command Delta
The Briefing Room puzzles are tough early challenges in Missile Command Delta. The keypad on the wall, the missile schematics, the colorful control panel, and the hidden buttons are part of not one but two separate puzzles, both of which involve an odd red projection. If only
What is the Training Room code in Missile Command Delta?
You’ll need the Training Room code to open a locked door in Missile Command Delta. Once you punch the right code into the keypad in the Training Lounge, you’ll be able to open the Training Room, which gives you access to the next batch of missile defense systems. Below, we’ll
Where to find the access card in Missile Command Delta
Finding the access card in Missile Command Delta is key to solving the emergency that arises early on. While your friend Marta is panicking, it’s up to you to save the day. If you’re looking for the access card location, this guide will show you where to find the access card in
How to solve the Breaker Room puzzle in Missile Command Delta
Switch the power on in Missile Command Delta, and you shall see a magnificent Cold War bunker full of missile detection systems. Unfortunately, doing so requires finding a keycard, fixing a broken switch, and solving a tricky energy puzzle. If you’re eager to start exploring
What time does Persona 5 The Phantom X version 1.1 release?
Persona 5: The Phantom X version 1.1 is coming on Thursday, July 10 with potentially new characters and story content. The first update is on its way, but what’s actually in the update is a little ambiguous. All we know so far is when the update will occur, but as Persona 5:
I Played The Horse Girl Gacha Game That's Taking The Internet By Storm, And I Get It
If, like me, you’ve noticed an uptick in anime girls with horse ears running around your social media timeline, you might be confused as to what the hell is going on. The game causing all this commotion, my friends, is Umamusume: Pretty Derby, a gacha game that has finally made
Three Excellent Tracks To Snap Photos On In Mario Kart World
Mario Kart World is overflowing with charm and whimsy, thanks to its colorful tracks and adorable cast of characters. So, whether you’re racing alone in Free Roam or Grand Prix, or you’re taking to the tracks with pals in some online races, you’ll want to take a moment or
Blue Prince somehow makes for an incredible esport
When I think about what makes a good competitive esports game, my mind immediately goes to fast-paced shooters and complex MOBAs. The last thing I’d expect to function as a spectator sport is a brainy, single-player puzzle game, but my hunch was wrong. As showcased during this
The Pope got gifted one Pokémon card, signed another, and thought it was all a great laugh: 'He began showing it off to the guards'
Pope tried being chill. It's super effective!
Returning To R6? Here’s What To Expect In Rainbow Six Siege X
After a decade of back-and-forth attack and defense missions in Rainbow Six Siege, it was most certainly time for an update. Most of us were probably expecting a sequel. But Ubisoft decided an update masquerading as an overhaul would suffice. Rainbow Six Siege X enters the
The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Finally Available On Amazon, But There's A Catch
A month after launch and over two months after it first became available for preorder, the Nintendo Switch 2 is finally being sold on Amazon in the United States. It appears that Amazon and Nintendo have squashed any reported squabbles, though you can’t quite just go to an
Bayonetta creator is demanding an apology after voice acting controversy
Around three years ago, Hellena Taylor, the former voice behind Bayonetta, posted a series of incendiary social media posts that called out PlatinumGames, the studio behind the Japanese action game franchise. Though Taylor had voiced the sultry character for years, she had been
How to get Hisuian Zorua and Hisuian Zoroark in Pokémon Go
Hisuian Zorua and Zoroark made their Pokémon Go debuts as part of the “Ultra Unlock: Hisui Celebration” event in July 2025, and if you’re lucky, you can find these tricky little foxes around. They work the same way as their Unovan versions, though these white and red foxes are
The best gaming deals of Amazon Prime Day 2025
Prime Day gaming deals are here, with discounts on dozens of the best games across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. This year’s Prime Day sales run a little longer than usual — three days, until July 11, 2025 — so you’ve got a bit of extra time to peruse
Jeffrey Wright’s Dispatch performance surprised developer AdHoc Studio in the best way
Dispatch features a lot of characters, and you’re going to recognize the voices behind all of them. AdHoc Studio’s upcoming Telltale-like superhero workplace comedy, where you play as a former superhero who oversees a team of superpowered misfits, stars actors like Aaron Paul,
Five Games To Play After Blue Prince
Blue Prince is a rabbit hole that seems to get deeper whenever you think you’ve reached the bottom. You could spend over 100 hours unpacking everything this roguelike puzzler has to offer. The craziest thing about that? That’s still not enough for some people out here! For
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tapped as NBA 2K26 cover star
2K Games has unveiled the cover star for NBA 2K26’s Standard Edition, and — to the shock of no one — it’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Suppose you’ve watched any ball during the 2024-25 NBA season: You’d understand immediately why this decision was a no-brainer. In the 2024-25
11 Incredible Indie Games Every New Switch 2 Owner Should Have In Their Library
The original Switch launched like a blank slate. With few games at release and no backwards compatibility, each new critically acclaimed gem that got ported felt like a special event. That’s not the case with Switch 2 . Instead, new owners have access to a wealth of back
Could 'region-specific' game versions boost industry fortunes? Virtuos thinks so
Are there unexplored means of meeting players where they are? Virtuos CEO Gilles Langourieux says tweaking games for different regions could be key to a more agile industry.
After 15 years of busted marksdwarves, Dwarf Fortress creator Tarn Adams says archers will finally refill their ammo 'instead of leaping over walls and clubbing people with their crossbows'
Just trust me when I say this is a really big deal.
James Gunn’s DCU reboot builds a more vulnerable (and sillier) Superman
Ever since the 1978-1987 run of Superman movies starring Christopher Reeve ended, filmmakers have been puzzling over how to make the character vulnerable in a meaningful way, to ensure that dramatic conflict in his stories doesn’t look like a breeze for such a godlike figure.
The Best Uses Of Rewind In Mario Kart World
If there’s one thing about Mario Kart that’s been consistent for decades, it’s that you rarely have to relearn the controls for each game. One button accelerates, another breaks, and then you have buttons to drift and use items. New features and obstacles have been introduced,
Epic Games and Samsung settle app-blocking lawsuit for undisclosed amount
The settlement took place days before the Samsung Unpacked event, during which the company is announcing its new phone slate.
10 Umamusume Pretty Derby tips to know before starting
Umamusume: Pretty Derby has released globally and taken over streaming platforms and social media for good reason. Although Umamusume: Pretty Derby is a gacha game, it’s a horse racing simulation game with many in-depth mechanics that can be very confusing for both new players
After 3 years of trying, Lord of the Rings Online's 'Great Hobbit Run' ends in confused success as a mob of low-level players gets lost inside Mount Doom and decides it's close enough: 'Sauron can kiss my butt!'
Apparently one does simply walk into Mordor.
The 5 Best Rooms To Use The Axe On In Blue Prince
Of all the permanent upgrades in Blue Prince, the Axe grants you some of the best boons you could ask for in your exploration of the Mt. Holly manor. Sold for 32 Gold in the Armory, the Axe lets you nullify the Gem cost of one room forever. Once the item is in your inventory,
How To Warp Directly To Lies Of P's DLC, Overture
Lies of P was a breakout success when it first landed in 2023, leading fans to wonder if it would be the start of something new or a one-off adventure. So, it comes as no surprise that it was an exciting day for fans of the puppet-inspired soulslike when developer Round8 Studio
I've decided black and red gaming rigs are mega boring so let me brighten up your setups with some of the best deals on monochromatic pinks and purple peripherals instead
Give me all the pinks and purples, and give them to me now!
Train a dragon or play a unicorn with the new D&D Pets & Sidekicks book
Dungeons & Dragons players tend to love collecting things, and they aren’t always satisfied with the loot their Dungeon Master planned to reward them with. A party of adventurers might walk out of a dungeon with level-appropriate magic items, but also a kobold they decided to
You Can Unlock Bam Margera In THPS 3+4 Without Even Skating
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 is now available...for people who paid extra and bought the deluxe edition. Advanced access strikes again! But if you do have the game early, you might want to unlock Bam Margera, who returns to the franchise after a long absence. And, good news: It’s
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn devs welcome all the Mass Effect comparisons
With the next Mass Effect a ways off, maybe The Expanse can fill the void. The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, developed by Owlcat Games, debuted at Summer Game Fest with a trailer showcasing a third-person action-RPG set in a rugged, realistic version of the distant future. Shortly
Last Of Us Online Game Dev Launching New Studio In Japan
Game director Vinit Agarwal was working on The Last Of Us Online multiplayer before it was canceled in December 2023. He left developer Naughty Dog earlier this year, and on Tuesday 8 July announced on social media that he’s launching a new game studio in Japan. Read more...
Pokémon Go ‘Ultra Unlock Hisui Celebration’ event guide
Pokémon Go’s first post-Go Fest Ultra Unlock event, the Hisui Celebration, runs from July 8-13 and focuses on Pokémon from the aforementioned region. During the event, there’s a quadruple multiplier on XP and Stardust obtained from catching Pokémon. Hisuian Zorua and its
Naughty Dog Somehow Found Another Way To Get You To Replay The Last Of Us Part II
There’s a scene near the end of The Last of Us Part II in which Dina, the girlfriend and baby mama of protagonist Ellie, begs her to let her inane revenge quest go. She has a family and a life here on their farm in Jackson, and that is something precious in this
Surprise The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered update lets you play the game’s story chronologically
Naughty Dog just can’t quit remastering, remaking, and tinkering with The Last of Us. In a surprise free update announced Tuesday, the developer rolled out a Chronological mode for The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered. Fans of the 2020 Game of the Year winner will remember its
Can’t Get Into Blue Prince? Try Playing It With A Friend
Blue Prince is one of the most acclaimed puzzle games ever made, yet I almost put it down for good within ten hours of playing. Don’t get me wrong, I love puzzle games and roguelikes. I just quickly felt overwhelmed as I tried to gather clues and contend with the ever-changing
Switch 2 is a massive hit. So where’s all the conversation about it?
One month ago, Nintendo announced that the Switch 2 had sold 3.5 million units in four days after its June 5 launch, making it Nintendo’s fastest-selling console ever, and likely the biggest console launch of all time. It seems the new Switch is maintaining that momentum. Last
Space Invaders creator recalls building arcade games with mirrors, making a prototype console that never saw release, and how short-sighted Taito's sales team was about videogames: 'These things will never sell'
"Younger people who want to make games should play really old games… there is something shining within them."
Oblivion Remastered glitches are the gift that keep on giving
Glitches are a funny thing. If a game has too many, the experience might be ruined. But as Bethesda has repeatedly proven, there’s definitely a middle ground for glitches as well. A game can be rife with unintended moments, but if they’re harmless — or better yet, funny — a
Here Are Five Things That Offer The Lighthearted Distraction We All Need Right Now
Looking through the gaming news this morning, and indeed every morning in recent times, I’m overwhelmed by just how grim this industry feels right now. In the wake of Microsoft’s latest enormity, I’m seeing incredible pieces analyzing the company’s hubris and incompetence,
GTA 6's server player count rumour could be great news for GTA Online 2.0
Official servers could let you play with up to 95 pals.
Your Commander can now be a spaceship thanks to Magic’s new Edge of Eternities set
Magic: The Gathering is embracing science fantasy for its upcoming space opera-inspired set Edge of Eternities, which will be released on Aug. 1. The genre shift required new mechanics and factions, but has allowed the game to bring back some old enemies too. Vehicles,
Next PlayStation State Of Play Coming Soon And Is All About Ghost Of Yotei
PlayStation’s next big State of Play has been announced, and you won’t have to wait long to watch. The event will go live on July 10 and will be dedicated to Sucker Punch’s upcoming open-world action game Ghost of Yotei . Read more...
